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NORTH WEST QUARTER

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GRAN VILLE COMMUNITY KITCHEN HISTORY The Granville dates to 1877 when it was built to hold local events including ‘mothers' meetings’ and teacher training classes. Sold to Brent Council in 1957 it became a community centre, hosting weddings, youth services, theatre, and more. DEDICATED TO THE PEOPLE The Granville is currently aligned with South Kilburn Trust, which supports the events programme and will fund a future refurbishment. It will always be a place for people to come together, take part in activities and support one another.

WHAT’S ON AT THE GRANVILLE? Visit The Granville and get involved. In any given month you might find: • Open mic nights • Community fairs • Walking club • Dance sessions • Tai Chi • Mindfulness classes for new mums • Creative writing workshops

And so much more…

LESLIE BARSON, A LOCAL ACTIVIST, CO-FOUNDED GRANVILLE COMMUNITY KITCHEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HER FRIEND DEIDRE WOODS. The two met through an organisation called The Otherwise Club which has been at The Granville for nearly 30 years. A wonderful kitchen run by Merle’s Diner for many years was at risk of closing altogether when Merle retired in 2009. Luckily, Leslie and Deidre decided to revive it and start a community project celebrating food As well as cooking for the Otherwise Club, Granville Community Kitchen has partnered with local adult disabilities projects and holds an event called ‘urban feast’ weekly. The first feast was in January 2018, when around 300 people attended. Volunteers and local health advisors addressed all sorts of food-related health issues people might face, such as diabetes and toothcare. The food prepared is free and halal and attracts people from all age groups, ethnicities, and backgrounds. This event also supports people struggling with mental health or financial problems. The Community Kitchen also packages free food parcels for clients to either pick up or have delivered to their homes once a week. and food-related activities. COOKING FOR A COMMUNITY

LOCAL A COMMUNITY, CO-WORKING,

AND EVENT SPACE THAT GIVES BACK. Just around the corner from NWQ is The Granville. The perfect example of the strong community spirit you’ll find across South Kilburn, this building also represents local activism in action. From events to

a co-working space, discover how you can get involved.

YOU CAN VISIT THEGRANVILLE.ORG TO FIND OUT THE LATEST EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES TAKING PLACE.

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