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Looking for Easter half term activities for the kids? 鈿金煐岋笍馃幍
From all sorts of sports to West End theatre and museum trips, from dance and theatre camps to cooking to coding, there鈥檚 something for everyone in the Spring HAF programme,
See if you鈥檙e eligible and register NOW!
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All events include a healthy lunch and are FREE for eligible children and young people. For those not eligible, many events are free or require a small payment.
Visit orlo.uk/stTUL for more information, to find out if you're eligible and to register.
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To give you the best experience and to ensure you鈥檙e always in the know, we are joining our Islington Council accounts! 馃専
From now on, we will be bringing you all the latest news, and events in Islington via our @IslingtonBC account.
ALT A montage of pictures showing Islington's diverse community, including construction workers, gardeners, school children and shop staff.
So what does this mean for you?
This account will become inactive, so make sure to follow us over at @IslingtonBC to get all the same great content.
It's National Tree Week! 馃尣 馃尦 馃尨
Here's one of our Tree Officers checking out some baby London Planes - these are common across Islington, providing essential shade as well as beautiful autumn colours! 馃崅 馃崄
#TreePlanting #UrbanGreenery #GreenerIslington #NationalTreeWeek
ALT Photograph of a man looking up at some young trees
Islington鈥檚 markets are full of independent traders providing a wide range of affordable products. If you've got a favourite trader, make sure you nominate them for the Market Trader of the Year awards! Email your nomination to [email protected]
Nominate your favourite stall holders for this year鈥檚 Market Trader of the Year competition!
Email your nomination to [email protected] with the name of the trader and the market they operate in, as well as the reason why they should win.
ALT John Papworth, a greengrocer at Chapel Market and winner of Trader of the Year
From @DUALIPA to @voguemagazine
@GenevieveDvine is on the cutting edge of fashion, making world-trending sustainable clothing from right here in Islington with her pieces being worn by superstars like Dua Lipa.
We chat to this homegrown talent, link in comments馃憞
ALT Genevieve Devine in her fashion studio at FC Designer Collective
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Looking for a fun Christmas activity this weekend in Islington? You can enjoy:
馃巵 A festive market and lights switch on in Whitecross Street
馃巵 Christmas market, workshops and live entertainment at Islington Square
and much more!
Find out more below 馃巹
ALT Crowd at the Christmas lights switch on at the Nag's Head Shopping Centre in Holloway
Struggling with rising energy costs? SHINE is able to help.
Through their partnership with Lightning Reach, you can access free financial support and expert advice to keep your home warm this winter.
馃挰 Call SHINE: 0800 953 1221
馃寪 Learn more, link in comments馃憞
ALT Photograph of a smart meter on a counter top
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We want to hear how you would improve the NHS.
Tell us what is working for you and what isn鈥檛.
Have your say and help us shape the future of the NHS. change.nhs.uk
You don't need to go far to find the perfect gift this festive season!馃巹
Planning some festive shopping? You can make a real difference to Islington's small and independent businesses, like @PalavaFolk, by staying local to do your shopping, dining and days and nights out. @LonCally. Check in the comments for more ways to support local businesses 馃憞
ALT A photo of Bryony and Emma outside their clothing store called Palava, on the Caledonian Road in Islington.
It might be chilly out there - but it's still great to get out and into the crisp fresh air! 鉂勶笍 馃崄 馃崅
There are lots of opportunities to get involved in your local green space, get into nature, meet others, and lift your spirits - check your local park!
Link in comments馃憞
ALT A photograph of Gillespie Park in autumn
Dr Bike is back! Have your bike marked to deter thieves, get a repair on the spot and receive expert tips on looking after your bike.
TODAY, Tuesday 19 November 4-7pm outside Islington Town Hall on Upper Street. 馃毑
#Cycling @CycleIslington
ALT Bike mechanic checking someone's bike.
"Since completing the course, I have new things in my life...I feel really proud."馃専
Yu Fang Chen who tells us about how the Adult Community Learning (ACL) Market Trader course changed her life and set her up to be a trader at @chapelmarket
Link in comments
ALT Market trader Yu Fang Chen and a customer on her market stall
ALT Market trader Yu Fang Chen and her son on her stall
Things are getting festive馃巹
Head down to Nag's Head tomorrow for the lights switch on馃専
馃巹 Head down to Nag's Head market, Saturday 16 November, 2-5pm, for our festive lights switch on. Lots of free fun, face painting and refreshments!
馃巺馃徑 Plus @IslingtonMayor will switching on the lights at 4.30pm.
鉂勶笍 Check out our festive events, link in comments馃憞
ALT A girl with a santa hat on and santa hat facepaint