Calderdale Council : What's On

Play: Sailor Beware ( 20/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:47:17 +0000

13 March 2010, 15 March 2010 - 16 March 2010, 18 March 2010 - 20 March 2010
Emma Hornett is the mother of all mother-in-laws and disapproves of sailors, which is unfortunate as her daughter is about to marry one. This classic 1950's farce follows the trials and tribulations surrounding the impending marriage of Able Seaman Albert Tufnell and his sweetheart Shirley Hornett.Halifax ...

Saturday Art Club at Bankfield Museum ( 20/03/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:47:59 +0000

23 January 2010, 6 February 2010, 20 February 2010, 6 March 2010, 20 March 2010, 24 April 2010
While the grown-ups go shopping the kids can take part in a fun and creative workshop. For children aged 8 - 12 years, we explore a variety of art and craft activities using the museum collections as inspiration. To book a place please contact Jeffrey Andrews on 01422 284459Bankfield ...

Concert: Seeing Winter out with Song ( 20/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:57:23 +0000

20 March 2010
With the Holme Valley Singers and the Huddersfield Choral Society Junior Choirs.Tickets available on the door, or in advance from 01484 301610. Refreshments available, doors open 6.45 p.m. and concert ends at 9.30 p.m.

For families and children aged 7 - 12 years - Dave Webb - performance poet ( 24/03/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:19 +0000

24 March 2010
Come along to The Buzz for a fun-filled, mad evening to meet a most remarkable performer! You just need to be a library member. Please sign up at Hebden Bridge Library, contact 01422 288040 or hebdenbridge.library@calderdale.gov.uk

New - Mixenden Nature Group ( 24/03/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:14 +0000

24 March 2010
A new group starting for the Mixenden area for children aged 6 to 12 years old and their parents/carers. This month we will be out and about in the park looking for all the signs of Spring with nature related activities.For more details please contact Paul Birchall on 07825 935074, Moy Cash on 07825 935075 or e-mail paul.birchall@calderdale.gov.uk or moira.cash@calderdale.gov.uk. ...

Computer Courses in Brighouse - for volunteers and VCs members ( 26/03/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:15 +0000

5 March 2010, 10 March 2010, 26 March 2010, 29 March 2010
These drop in workshops are open to volunteers and VCS members who wish to develop their skills in ICT. They are supportive and aimed at individuals or small groups.5th March - 10 a.m. - 12 noon - Introduction to computers 1 (covers all the basics)5th March - 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. - Introduction to computers 2 (internet ...

For 5 - 12 year olds: Easter egg decorating ( 27/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:05:48 +0000

27 March 2010, 29 March 2010, 30 March 2010, 1 April 2010
Join us for stories, Easter egg decorating and a chicken hunt.27th MarchCentral Library, Halifax 11 a.m. - 12 noon29th March Hebden Bridge Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Rastrick Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Ripponden Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.30th MarchSowerby Bridge Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.1st AprilShelf Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Shroggs Park Conservation Work ( 27/03/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:10 +0000

27 March 2010
Come and get fitter helping work on the nature area of the park - tree cutting, cleaning out the woodland and cutting out vegetation etc. A great way to improve your fitness without the pain of the gym.For more details please contact Paul Birchall on 07825 935074, Moy Cash on 07825 935075 or e-mail paul.birchall@calderdale.gov.uk or moira.cash@calderdale.gov.uk. ...

Film club at the Central Library ( 29/03/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:44 +0000

29 March 2010
Twilight AfternoonAre you Team Jacob or Team Edward? What better way to spend an afternoon than closed in a darkened room with some of your favourite creatures of the night? Come dressed up as your favourite character.Twilight1pm (12)Bella Swan's move to Forks, a small, perpetually rainy town in Washington, could have been the most boring move she ever made. ...

For 2-4 year olds: Easter storytots eggstravaganza ( 29/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:05:50 +0000

29 March 2010, 30 March 2010, 31 March 2010, 1 April 2010
Come and join us to listen to stories, make an Easter card and a pair of bunny ears.29th March Sowerby Bridge Library 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Hipperholme Library 10.30 a.m. - 11.30 a.m.30th March Beechwood Road Library 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Shelf Library 2.15 p.m. - 3.15 p.m.31st March Stainland Library 2.15 p.m. - 3.15 p.m.1st ...

Film screening: Bird life through 40 Pennine years ( 30/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:57:20 +0000

30 March 2010
Meeting of the Halifax Scientific Society - Natural History Section.For more details, including membership, please contact the Society.

For children up to 2: Bookstart rhyme time ( 30/03/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:05:43 +0000

30 March 2010, 31 March 2010
Songs and rhymes for children between 0 and two years. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.30th MarchBrighouse Library 10.30 a.m. - 11.30 a.m.31st MarchHebden Bridge Library 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

45th Halifax Long March ( 04/04/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:24 +0000

4 April 2010
A 13.1 mile or 26.2 mile sponsored night hike raising money for some of the world's poorest countries. Application forms available from Halifax YMCA, churches and tourist information centres. For additional information please call Bridget on 01422 247621 or Elizabeth on 01422 342470.www.longmarch.org.uk

Nature Walk: Over the tops ( 10/04/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:48 +0000

10 April 2010
Stories from the SoilThe shape of the land is not accidental and the plants growing in your local woods are there for a reason. They grow where they do because the conditions are right for them, and each one has a story to tell. On these walks, Johnny Turner, ecologist and botanist, will look at the landscape and the wildlife within it, and interpret what they have ...

Film Club at the Central Library ( 17/04/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:46 +0000

17 April 2010
Planet 5111am (U)The scientific community had surmised that Planet 51 was uninhabited, so when Captain Baker steps out of his spacecraft to discover a race of tiny green people living in quaint communities reminiscent of 1950s America, he can't quite believe his eyes. Unfortunately, the tiny extraterrestrials suffer from a universal fear that their utopian community ...

Talk: An account of my days at Hipperholme Grammar School ( 22/04/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:53 +0000

22 April 2010
Fool's Gold in Full Measure: An Account of My Days at Hipperholme Grammar School (1974-80) with John LockwoodAt first glance Fool's Gold or iron pyrites look like real gold. However, on closer inspection their brittle, fragile nature show they're not the real thing at all. In John Lockwood's account of his days at Hipperholme Grammar School from 1974-80 ...

Walk: Ringstone Edge Reservoir via Butts Clough ( 24/04/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:57:16 +0000

24 April 2010
Meet Ripponden Mill Fold.Please contact the Society for further details, including membership.

Heritage Walk: Spring Hall to Salterhebble ( 25/04/2010 )

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:57:22 +0000

25 April 2010
Meet David Nortcliffe to find out how both sides of Huddersfield Road developed - especially the housing - between 1860 and 1910. With many other interesting facts, views and buildings too.Heritage walks are generally about two hours along with fairly easy walking. No need to book just turn up on the day. The walks go ahead, whatever the weather.

Folk Music - Kate Rusby ( 01/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:01 +0000

1 May 2010
The defining voice of contemporary English folk music, Kate Rusby's exquisite interpretations of traditional songs and finely wrought self-penned tunes have won her an audience that reaches beyond the genre. Get ready for a night to remember with this hugely popular, Yorkshire artiste.Victoria Theatre

For children aged 8-12 : Saturday Art Club in Brighouse ( 01/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:00 +0000

1 May 2010, 15 May 2010, 29 May 2010
While the grown-ups go shopping, the children can take part in a fun and creative workshop.For children aged 8 - 12 years; we explore a variety of art and craft activities using the gallery exhibitions for inspiration.To book a place contact Jeffrey Andrews on 01422 284459.Smith Art Gallery

Art Class with Life Model - Brighouse ( 06/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:04 +0000

6 May 2010, 3 June 2010, 1 July 2010, 5 August 2010
Please contact the Art Circle for more details

Halifax Art Society - Working Evening ( 06/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:06 +0000

6 May 2010, 27 May 2010
6th May - Try working in gouache27th May - Yorkshire village in any mediumPlease contact the Art Society for further details

Talk: Gaza: Beneath the Bombs ( 07/05/2010 )

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:17:04 +0000

7 May 2010
With Sharyn Lock.Sharyn went to the Gaza strip with the Free Gaza Movement, thinking the greatest danger she faced was making it past the Israeli sea blockade in a fishing boat, but soon after her arrival Israel attacked Gaza's 1.5 million inhabitants by land, air and sea. With others from the International Solidarity Movement, Sharyn volunteered with Palestinian ...

For children - Postman Pat - A Very Royal Mission ( 08/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:03 +0000

8 May 2010 - 9 May 2010
Postman Pat returns to UK Theatres as the newly promoted Head of the Special Delivery Service (or SDS) with his brand new show. Join Pat and his friends for lots of fun and joining in, and remember no job is too big - the special delivery always gets through! Mission accomplished!Victoria Theatre

Juan Martin Flamenco Ensemble ( 11/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:08 +0000

11 May 2010
Voted as one of the top flamenco guitarists in the world by US Guitar Player magazine, Juan Martin performs his own compositions supported by a line-up of the finest musicians and flamenco dancers. With a unique style of music that succeeds in embracing classical, jazz and modern harmonies while upholding the great flamenco tradition, this is a truly dazzling display ...

Halifax Art Society - AGM ( 13/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:06 +0000

13 May 2010
Please come along and support your Society. Refreshments - followed by a review of the past year presented by Kevin Mitchell.

Art Demonstration - Brighouse ( 13/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:09 +0000

13 May 2010
Demonstration of acrylic knife painting by Ron Blake-Harper. Please contact the Art Circle for further details

Halifax Art Society - Afternoon Meetings ( 14/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:18 +0000

14 May 2010, 28 May 2010
14th May - Spring Greens - capture the fresh new greens of spring in watercolour28th May - Outdoor sketching and paintingFor more details please contact the Art Society

Comedy - Dara O' Briain ( 16/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:02 +0000

16 May 2010
Following 2008's sold out national tour, best selling DVD and his debut book, this award winning comedian hits the road again in 2010. Don't miss this opportunity to catch one of the most charming, charismatic, fast-talking funny men working on the UK's live comedy circuit today.Victoria Theatre

Calderdale French Circle meeting ( 18/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:47:59 +0000

18 May 2010
Il était une fois dans l'Est - Eric TrickeyFor further details please contact the French Circle

Brighouse - Art Workshop - Painting Flowers ( 20/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:05 +0000

20 May 2010
Please contact the Art Circle for further details

Art demonstration - Halifax ( 20/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:07 +0000

20 May 2010
Demonstration of village buildings in mixed media by David Newbould - please contact the Art Society for further details

Brighouse - Art Class with Costume Model ( 27/05/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:10 +0000

27 May 2010
Please contact the Art Circle for further details

Author visit: Anna Champney ( 27/05/2010 )

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:19:40 +0000

27 May 2010
Buried Past, Hidden Secrets with Anna ChampneyAnna Champney is a published novelist poet living in Halifax. At the age of 19 she joined the Women's Royal Naval Service, and after serving 10 years, has now become a financial officer.In Buried Past, Hidden Secrets she takes us back in time to the Coventry Blitz of 1941. Two young children, Alex and Suzie, are ...

Family Film Club ( 29/05/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:43 +0000

29 May 2010
Alvin and the Chipmunks 211am (U)The world famous singing pre-teen chipmunk trio return to contend with the pressures of school, celebrity, and a rival female music group known as The Chipettes.Sherlock Holmes1.30pm (12)After finally catching serial killer and occult "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood, legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson ...

Halifax Art Society - Evening Workshop ( 03/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:24 +0000

3 June 2010, 10 June 2010
3rd June - Lynda Thomas - Lino printing, tuition in basic printing method, all materials supplied, bring an apron.10th June - Continuation of above - work on your own design. Bring an apron. Extra charge for some materials.Please contact the Art Society for further details

Author visit: Cath Staincliffe ( 04/06/2010 )

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:22:57 +0000

4 June 2010
When Deborah reluctantly helps her beloved husband, Neil, end his life and conceals the truth she is charged with murder. As the trial unfolds and her daughter Sophie testifies against her, Deborah, still reeling with grief, fights to defend her actions.Cath Staincliffe's new novel, The Kindest Thing tackles a controversial topic with skill and sensitivity. A book ...

Brighouse Art Circle - AGM ( 10/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:13 +0000

10 June 2010
Please contact the Art Circle for further details

Brighouse Art Circle - Afternoon outdoor meeting ( 15/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:23 +0000

15 June 2010, 22 June 2010, 29 June 2010, 6 July 2010, 13 July 2010, 20 July 2010, 27 July 2010
15th June - Nont Sarah's, Scammonden Moor22nd June - Salterhebble Lock29th June - Jon Holme Lane, Pole Moor6th July - Holmfirth13th July - Tolson Museum, Huddersfield20th July - Shibden Park Boating Lake27th July - Warley Town CentrePlease contact the Art Circle for further details

Halifax Art Society - Evening meeting ( 17/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:11 +0000

17 June 2010, 24 June 2010
17th June - Portrait - We will have a model for you to paint or draw, any medium24th June - Jake Attree - Demonstration by the Dean Clough Artist. Halifax Townscape - Drawing with GraphiteFor further details please conatct the Art Society

Short story evening ( 17/06/2010 )

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:25:46 +0000

17 June 2010
With Tiffany Murray and Alan Mahar.Did you enter the Calderdale Short Story Competitionthis year?Tiffany Murray is a novelist and Professor of Creative Writing and Alan Mahar runs the very successful Tindall Street Press in Birmingham, as well as being a writer himself. Together they have had the difficult task of selecting the winners. Tonight they will present the ...

Art Demonstration - Brighouse ( 17/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:26 +0000

17 June 2010, 24 June 2010, 15 July 2010, 29 July 2010
17th June - Demonstration/workshop with Les Boothroyd24th June - Demonstration by Matthew Evans15th July - Demonstration of watercolour by Bill Wells29th July - Demonstration of watercolour by Paul Talbot-GreavesPlease contact the Art Circle for further details

Concert - Overgate Hospice Choir - Merrie England ( 19/06/2010 )

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:48:13 +0000

19 June 2010
Merrie England by Edward German. Conductor - Simon Lindley, Piano - Alan HorseyTickets from 01422 345414 or enquiries@overgatehospicechoir.co.uk

An introduction to Astrology ( 24/06/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:32 +0000

24 June 2010
With Sara Delphi.Sara Delphi is a leading Astrologer and can frequently be heard on the Steve Wright Show, BBC Radio 2. She is also an expert in Tarot and Palmistry and has given many library and corporate talks on the various subjects.Last year saw the publication of her first book Tarot Secrets. Sara has written for Chat! It's Fate!, Spirit & Soul magazines ...

Film Club at the Central Library ( 26/06/2010 )

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:44:47 +0000

26 June 2010
The Gruffalo11am (U)The Nation's Favourite bedtime story is being brought to life in an all star beautiful adaptation of the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The Gruffalo tells the magical tale of a mouse who takes a walk through the woods in search of a nut. Encountering three predators who all wish to eat him a fox, an owl and a snake ...