Stanmore Area Guide

A complete performance of the suite of pieces by the French composer Camille Saint-Sans. Refreshments will be available in the Old House from 16:00 Drummond Room, Old House

On Monday 9th February 2026, North London Collegiate School (NLCS) will once again transform into a catwalk runway as current students present their annual charity fashion show in support of Advance Myanmar. This years spectacular event will see students take to the stage, with many others helping out on the night, who have initiated, sourced material and created their catwalk conceptions. This year's theme is 'Traditions - Transformations.' Our Art Society decided to revisit the sustainable values the original Fantasy Fashion show was founded upon. Students will select an existing piece of clothing and revitalise it to create a new and exciting outfit. This will enable them to draw on their own fashion cultures and traditions and transform them into an innovative and sustainable vision for the future of fashion. The theme is deliberately broad to allow students to create an imaginative range of silhouettes and exciting looks for this year's show, just like the very first Fantasy Fashion event. The Fantasy Fashion Show has a long history and tradition at NLCS and something the school is immensely proud to be involved with. Its origins start with a former pupil and Old North Londoner (ONL) Stephanie Lee, the founder of Fantasy Fashion. All proceeds from the fundraising event go to Advance Myanmar, an organisation dedicated to supporting the Karenni People, working with grassroots organisations to promote change - something deeply important at NLCS. Originating from the efforts of Stephanie Lee, the charity Karenni Student Development Programme (KSDP) was established in 1999. Its aims were to support the Karenni people of Burma, especially their youth. They worked in refugee camps on the Thai/Burma border, funding orphanages and youth projects and in Karenni State, providing educational, humanitarian, and medical aid. Tragically, Stephanie passed away in 2001, prompting her parents, Beryl and Steve Lee, to take charge of the charity. In 2022, they decided to redirect all proceeds to Advance Myanmar, ensuring Stephanies legacy lives on. For the past 27 years, NLCS students have been showcasing their talents in an evening dedicated to fashion, raising funds for a very worthy cause. Over the years, the show has evolved in style and purpose with a different theme each time. This years theme, Traditions Transformation will showcase a stunning array of creativity. For the first time, the event will be hosted in the IDEAS Hub. The new format will allow guests and judges to view the outfits up close and engage directly with the teams about their designs. The event will also feature a Q&A session exploring sustainable practices in the fashion industry, along with a silent auction raising funds for the charity. We look forward to hosting this incredible annual event!

Brent Active Together – Test & Learn Pilot Families on Wheels Learn to Skate Together – Strengthen Family Bonds Through Movement About the Pilot Families on Wheels is a Test & Learn pilot designed to shape Brent’s new Family Learn-to-Skate Programme. Through this short trial, families will help co-design the final model by sharing feedback and reflections after each session. Your experiences will directly influence how we build future opportunities for families to play, move, and learn together across Brent. What’s on Offer: We’re offering 14 private, one-hour Learn-to-Skate sessions, each for one family of up to four people (minimum one adult). Each session will: - Be led by a qualified RollaDome coach - Include skates, protective gear, and a safety briefing - Teach families skating step-by-step with a focus on fun, teamwork, and confidence - End with a short reflection and feedback activity Our Aim: To explore how learning together can help families: - Spend quality time and stay active as a unit - Build confidence and communication through shared experiences - Strengthen relationships while being physically active - Co-create a lasting, inclusive family skating model for Brent Who Can Apply - Families living in Brent (priority to Wembley Ward) - Immediate family only – parents, children, and siblings living in the same household - Up to four participants per family (must include at least one adult) - Open to SEND families - Sessions run November – December 2025 - Applications close once 14 families are confirmed Priority Applications Preference will be given to: - Families referred by community organisations, schools, or faith centres (e.g. via your local imam, youth worker, or community hub) - Families not currently engaged in organised sport or physical activity - Households that would benefit from shared family time and confidence-building experiences How to Apply: Families can apply directly or be referred by an organisation. Email: [email protected] A Collaborative Test & Learn Project This initiative is part of Brent’s Active Together – Test & Learn Programme, funded by Sport England and supported by: RollaDome All Skate, TETH Youth & Adult Service, and StreetGames. Together, we’re testing inclusive ways to help families move, connect, and grow stronger — side by side.

Barnet take on Crewe Alexandra in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.

Boreham Wood take on York City in this National League fixture.