Most people, thankfully, will have little or no symptoms but I wasn’t that lucky. Fortunately, it only lasted a few days and I am now as right as rain. Here's a little about my experience of having my first jab…
J LifeMay 14, 2021
As life begins to return to normality, JLife’s Elaine Bertmitz speaks to Sandi Mann, the clinical lead for Jewish Action for Mental Health to discover the true impact of lockdown on Manchester’s mental health. You may, for all sorts of…
J LifeMay 11, 2021
Jump into an action-packed adventure high above the ground! Treetop Manchester is giving away a Family Pass worth £100 for its aerial adventure course based in Heaton Park. Enter online at Jlifemagazine.co.uk/competitions-manchester or by post to JLife Ltd, Unit 7,…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Manchester Jewish Museum is poised to reopen its doors following a multimillion-pound redesign and extension project two years in the making. The only Jewish museum outside of London, Manchester Jewish Museum (MJM) explores stories of migration, communities and identities through…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Despite the challenges created by the pandemic, The Nicky Alliance Centre is working hard in preparation for a May reopening. As The Nicky Alliance Centre gears up to reopen its doors following its closure in 2020 and subsequent community fundraising…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Boxing is in our blood, but its while since Jewish boxers stood toe to toe. Radcliffe’s Natalie Lewis isn’t a boxer, but she’s sure fighting her corner. Here in her own words, the breakaway industry professional reveals what it’s like…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Prestwich launches a new campaign to encourage its residents to shop local. A group of volunteers from Prestwich has launched an innovative new campaign, ‘It Takes A Village’, to encourage residents to get behind local businesses and drive the local…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
To mark its full reopening, David Lloyd Manchester North is giving away one family membership, plus a free day pass and zero joining fees for every reader. We know that joining a health club is not all about exercise –…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
JLife catches up local entrepreneur Charles Burns, former contestant of The Apprentice, to find out more about his appetite to help food allergy sufferers eat out with confidence. For Charles Burns, conversation around the family Friday night dinner table always…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
From sponsored group hikes in the great outdoors, to sweet challah baking in the comfort of your kitchen, JLife inspires you to stay in or go out as you please, with its selection of virtual and in-person Jewish events on…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
With indoor dining soon to be allowed, we take a look at restaurants and bars that will be opening their doors for the first time in Manchester city centre. 53two Tucked way below Manchester Central, 53two is a new…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
JLife speaks to local independents to discover the impact the lockdown lift has been having on their business. Beth Cooper, founder of Sweaty Mama mother and baby fitness classes My classes offer a community that I believe is essential for…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
In an extract from his latest book, Rabbi Tony Bayfield, head of Reform Judaism, explores the true meaning of Shavuot. Shavuot begins with the wheat harvest, becomes the giving of Torah at Sinai, and affirms the possibility of human encounter…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s never too early to plan what you’re going to do to show your Dad that you love him, and with more restrictions set to lift, there are plenty of great places…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Garden rooms are fast becoming the must-have addition to every property. We speak to James Cummiskey, director of Lifetime Lodges, about the reasons behind their explosion in popularity. Many of us are looking to spruce up our spaces before having…
J LifeMay 5, 2021
Turn Your Garden into an Adventure Playground As bank holiday approaches you might be thinking of things to do with the kids. Why not turn your garden into an adventure playground. Here’s how: 1. Create a mini beach. If you…
J LifeMay 1, 2021
One artistic Brodetsky Primary School pupil brightened up a dark lockdown period with her award-winning design dressing the windows of Gourmet Foods. At the end of a tough year, Gourmet Foods decided to brighten up a somewhat muted Chanukah with…
J LifeMarch 29, 2021
