Topic
CommunityEvents
11 stories, newest first.
Local News · Chipping BarnetHolocaust rescue exhibition opens at Chipping Barnet Library
Between Life and Death, Stories of Rescue during the Holocaust will be displayed at Chipping Barnet Library from 2 November to 13 December. Two booked events, a talk by Maralyn Turgel on 11 November and an opening with Lady Milena Grenfell‑Baines on 18 November, complement the free exhibition.
Chipping Barnet2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 15
Local News · Chipping BarnetChipping Barnet musical revisits Blitz era
A new musical exploring life in 1940s Barnet during the Blitz is set to premiere at The Bull Theatre in Chipping Barnet. 'A Nightingale Sang in Barnet: The Blitz and Beyond' by Blue Door Theatre Company will run from October 15th to 17th.
Chipping Barnet2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 15
Local News · HendonHendon event to focus on lived experience in mental health support
An event focusing on the importance of lived experience in mental health support will be held in Hendon on Tuesday, 6th October. Meridian Wellbeing is organising the gathering ahead of World Mental Health Day.
Hendon3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Local News · BarnetBarnet Libraries Announce Autumn Events and Activities
Barnet libraries are preparing a programme of special events, crafts, and festive activities for autumn. The libraries are also participating in the National Year of Reading campaign throughout 2026, with specific events planned for various age groups and awareness months.
Barnet2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 15
Local News · FinchleyOld Dairy pub in Finchley reopens as cabaret and comedy venue
The Old Dairy pub on Crouch Hill, closed since May, will reopen as Finsbury Park Cabaret, a pop-up venue for comedy and cabaret shows. Martin Besserman, who has run comedy clubs, is involved in the new venture. The building dates back to 1890 and was refurbished in 2023.
Finchley3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
WorldLondon Marathon expands to two days in 2027
The 2027 London Marathon will be extended to two days, on April 24 and 25, with organisers anticipating 100,000 participants. Concerns have been raised about potential disruption to residents and businesses along the route.
3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 95 · Hype 25
Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet allotment open day raises funds for Chipping Barnet Foodbank
New Barnet Allotment Society will hold its annual open day on 23 August 2026, with entry fees and donations going to Chipping Barnet Foodbank. The event runs from midday to 4pm at Clifford Road, featuring fresh produce, live music and children’s activities.
New Barnet4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Culture & Arts · FinchleyJeremy Sassoon to perform at JW3 Finchley as autumn arts season opens
JW3 on Finchley Road will host pianist Jeremy Sassoon on 24 September 2026, launching an autumn season of music, comedy and family events. The centre’s annual pantomime, *Dick Whittingberg Gets Into a Pickle*, runs from 6 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Finchley5 min readTrust 56 · Craft 52 · Hype 30
WorldVictorian street party brings Holloway Road to life with time travellers
A Victorian-themed community event on Holloway Road in Islington drew over 200 residents on 17 July. The celebration, organised by the Holloway Neighbourhood Group, featured costumed performers, local artists, and the launch of a creative writing anthology. Islington mayor Rosaline Ogunro attended.
4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 70
WorldCrouch End Festival Highlights Hornsey Town Hall Potential
The Crouch End Festival drew thousands to Hornsey Town Hall for a day of music, food, and arts. While the event demonstrated the building's potential as a cultural hub, concerns remain about its long-term programming and unfinished facilities.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50
WorldForest Care Village Hosts Free Weekly Coffee Afternoons
Forest Care Village in Borehamwood is launching free weekly Community Coffee Afternoons every Wednesday. The events will offer complimentary refreshments and prize bingo, aiming to foster social connections and tackle isolation among older adults and the wider community.
3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 80 · Hype 28