FREE InFocus thIrsk e asI &ngwold Quarterly Royal Mail distribution: 18,100 homes & businesses www.jkanorth.com/thirsk | Autumn 2022
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4 InFocus Please mention InFocus when contacting any of our advertisers InFocus Magazines are published in good faith and the editors cannot be held responsible in any way for inaccuracies in reports or advertising in reports or advertising that appear in this publication and the views of the contributors may not be the those of the editors. Adverts and advertisers appearing in the InFocus Magazines carry no implied recommendation from the magazine or the publishers. All rights reserved. All information is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to press. InFocus Magazines cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. T: 01609 www.jkanorth.com777401 We welcome Autumn with a selection of news and general interest articles from across Thirsk and the surrounding area. We find out what’s happening at Rural Arts this Autumn (p8), as well as how you can help Community Works (p6). There’s also some advice about how to protect your pets from fireworks (p13). I hope you all enjoy this issue and I’ll see you again in BestWinter.wishes, Christine Campbell | Editor Welcome to the Autumn issue
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The majority of journeys are within Hambleton District however we regularly take people to hospitals such as James Cook. Are you ready for a new you?
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Volunteers Needed Community Works is an independent organisation based in Thirsk. We aim to be the ‘go to’ organisation for holistic community support for people by providing opportunities for them to improve their economic, health and social wellbeing Volunteers are at the heart of Community Works; a key part of our talented team who can proudly say that they are changing lives of the people we work with. Whether you want to develop your skills, make new friends, or make a difference in your community, we have something to suit you. If you would like more information about the roles please contact us on 01845 524494 or info@ communityworks.uk or complete your details below and hand in at Community House, 14a Market Place, Thirsk. YO7 1LB We have a wide range of volunteer roles Supportincluding:Workers – to help us deliver much needed group activities and one to one support Retail Assistants and Van Drivers–for those who take a keen interest in recycling furniture and bikes Foodbank Staff – to help collect and sort Receptionistdonations–toanswer phone calls and other reception duites Volunteer Drivers Needed This is an ideal role for people who love to get out and about. It is a very flexible role, in terms of time commitment. The service is door to door, and you will need to use your car to transport passengers to and from designated locations; anything from hospital or dentist appointments, to social activities. Many of the people who use this service have a vulnerability such as a disability or frailty and require extra assistance.
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Life Drawing Fortnightly on Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm, £8 per session Learn observational drawing techniques with professional life models. Explore the human form, using a range of mediums (materials provided).
Get Hands on with Embroidery (4 weeks) with Tabitha Grove Tuesdays from 20th September, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, £80 Build your confidence and feel inspired to delve further into the magical world of hand embroidery. Get Hands on with Oils (6 weeks) with Jennifer Cottis Mondays from 26th September Mondays from 14th November 2pm – 4pm, £120 Develop your own visual language by learning how to mix colours, manipulate oil paints and create compositions.
TASTE OF… Suitable for beginners, these sessions give the perfect introduction to a range of artistic styles and techniques.
Willow Hedgehog with Wendy Bristow Tuesday 4th October, 10am – 4pm, £55 Using simple weaving techniques create your own willow hedgehog. The perfect addition to your garden!
Autumn at Rural Arts
This Autumn, enjoy our spooky October half term and creative surprises! Visit us at Rural Arts, The Courthouse, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS Café and shop open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am – 4pm Find out more and book online at www.ruralarts.org or email admin@ruralarts.org
·SOCIETY&EASINGWOLDDISTRICTARTExhibitionandSalesoforiginal Art work by Yorkshire Artists · Artists in Residence · Workshop · Retail Stalls · Pop up Café 22nd/23rd October 2022 10.00am – 3.30pm at the Galtres Centre, Easingwold YO61 3AD Northallerton Musical Theatre Company Presents “ME AND MY GIRL” The Forum, Northallerton 24th - 29th October, 7.30 pm Tickets:: £12 to £16 01609 www.forumnorthallerton.org.uk776230 Described as “the happiest show in town” “Me and My Girl” will have you laughing and foot-tapping all the way Withthrough!well known songs - “Lambeth Walk”, “The Sun has got his Hat on”, you are guaranteed a wonderful evening’s entertainment. “The Mowbray Singers and Strings Attached are presenting a concert on Saturday 26th November 2022 at 7:30 p.m. in St Oswald’s Church, TheySowerby.are performing Requiem by Fauré, Vaughan Williams’ English Folk Song Suite and his Songs of Travel in a special arrangement for choir and string orchestra”.
Wednesdays 10.30am-12.30pm 21st Sep, Ceramic Bud Vases, £18 5th Oct, Mixed Media Still Life, £12 12th Oct, Pottery Piggy Bank,£18 19th Oct, Freehand Machine Embroidery (10.30am-1.30pm) £15 9th Nov Drawing with Nature, £12 16th Nov Surreal Portrait Collage, £12 Many more activities available to view online at www.ruralarts.org
ARTIST WORKSHOPS
Basic for Beginners: Printmaking (4 weeks) with Lauren Henderson Saturdays from 22nd October, 1pm –4pm, Learn£90about a variety of different printmaking techniques including monoprint, lino relief prints and collagraphs. Marbling Fabric with Tabitha Grove Saturday 19th November, 10am – 3pm, £57 Make your own marbled scarf in a relaxing, creative day of fabric marbling and hand stitching. Twilight Textiles (Peer-led) Tuesdays, 6-9pm, £8/session Join our friendly, informal group to pursue your own projects. Sewing machines available.
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Following the summer break, the choir recommences weekly rehearsals on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm at Easingwold Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Easingwold, YO61 3AF.
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The first rehearsal for the new term is Tuesday 06 September 2022 The repertoire for our Christmas Concert, which is to be held at St John the Baptist and All Saints Church, Easingwold is Saturday 3rd December 2022 at 3pm when we will be singing: “12 Days of Christmas” – Bob Chilcott A contemporary and exciting version of the popular carol and we feel you will never view the “Five Gold Rings” refrain in the same manner ever again, in a good way “Fantasia on Christmas Carols” –Ralph Vaughan Williams Fantasia is based upon traditional English carols from various counties whilst incorporating fragments from other well-known carols Plus a varied selection of carols, for both choir and audience participation. Our choir has experienced changes over the past few years and quite a few of our members have moved away to be nearer family or for other reasons, thus we are a bit depleted in respect of tenors in particular. We are a very friendly and welcoming group of people, and we would love to recruit new members (soprano, alto, tenor and bass) to boost our numbers. Indeed, we are fortunate that some of our altos have been able to move over to support our tenors but there is nothing quite like the richness of tone and resonance of a full equally matched four-part choir. If you can read music, that is a bonus. However, if not there is always somebody who will help you pick things up; many of our members don’t read music but having sung with the choir on a couple of occasions, are surprised that they are so competent over a short period of time. We are an inclusive non-audition community choir; if you are interested, or know anybody who just loves to sing beautiful music, please come along for a no obligation taster, and see if you like the atmosphere and what we do. A friendly welcome awaits you equally matched by our Musical Director’s multi-faceted warm-ups which always get the evening off to a jolly start. Moving forward, in 2023 the choir celebrates it’s 120th anniversary. Quite an achievement! The programme and details in respect of our May 2023 concert have not been finalised but details will follow in due course on our website, www.easingwold-singers. com, Facebook and in the press. Plenty to look forward to and thanks for your support which is always appreciated.
Easingwold Singers
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between Hambleton District Council, the University of Sunderland and York College, who have come together to offer education and training courses based in Northallerton. The campus opened in January 2022 and forms part of a larger development to transform a former prison site into a retail, business, and leisure complex in the heart of Northallerton town centre.
The University is one of the UK’s leading widening participation Universities and was named The Times/Sunday Times University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2021. We were also shortlisted as University of the Year by THE (Times Higher Education) in 2021. The University of Sunderland has a
The University of Sunderland’s Senior Leader Apprenticeship is a 22-month programme designed for any individual moving into a senior or strategic management role. It encompasses the strategic skills required of a senior leader and explores leadership in the context of your organisation. It also incorporates a MBA qualification with no additional fees. The University of Sunderland are also offering a wide range of leadership,business,digital and health courses at C@N, please contact us for further details. What is next at the Campus Northallerton?@ Through government funding, we will develop projects to support sectors and upskill people to help the region thrive and grow. Through this new learning and training hub we will aim to work with new organisations, to complement the skills landscape and make a positive impact right across North Yorkshire. There will also be opportunities for students and graduates to link in with businesses for placements and graduate roles.
FollowTelephone:info@campusatnorthallerton.co.uk01609767272us:
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career-focusedstudents,experiencestransformativemission,“Life-Changing”providingforthroughand professions-facing teaching, and the positive difference we aim to make to society. York College At York College we pride ourselves on being able to offer a wide range of courses with options to study at a wide variety of level. Whether joining York College at 16 or 66 we are committed to ensuring students have the best possible experience and to prepare them for whatever they choose to do next.
About the University of Sunderland
This year the University of Sunderland celebrates 30 years as a university and is recognised internationally as a leading university, with 24,000 students worldwide and partnerships in over 15 countries.
Find out more about what we have on offer: Visit: Pop in for a coffee and a chat at Treadmills, Northallerton, DL6 1NW Email: www.campusatnorthallerton.co.uk
A unique partnership
The University of Sunderland and York College were invited into North Yorkshire to enhance the skills and training offer within the North Yorkshire region. We will be offering employers and individuals the opportunity to develop new skills through a range of education routes to facilitate personal and business growth at Campus @ Northallerton. So far, we have run a range of taster sessions to showcase our course offering, we have connected with local networks including schools, local authorities, the Local Enterprise Partnerships and other key stakeholders and we are keen to develop further connections and ensure we are addressing local and regional skill shortages and training needs.
Upcoming Courses Interested in upskilling in January 2023?
new(C@N)Campus@Northallertonisanexcitingpartnership
Autumn dangers for Pets
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After a summer of heatwaves many of us, including our pets, will be enjoying the cooler days of Autumn and crisp blue skies. However, for pets there are a few things to watch out for. Dog owners should be vigilant around conkers and acorns which can poison dogs if eaten. Some owners may throw conkers for pets to catch without realising the activity is potentially fatal. Dogs can easily swallow conkers which can become lodged in their throat or intestines and dogs with blockages, or suspected blockages, could need surgery to remove them. Dogs may also chew and eat conkers and acorns causing vomiting and diarrhoea. Signs of poisoning include: Vomiting Diarrhoea lethargy Restlessness with discomfort and pain Loss of Symptomsappetiteofillness usually show between one and six hours after ingestion but can be delayed for up to two days. Autumn Festivities and pets Strangers in scary costumes at the door on Hallowe’en can be very stressful for our pets. If gifting trick or treaters keep pets in another room and make sure they pets are microchipped (which is compulsory by law for dogs) just in case they bolt. If they want to go and hide, let them and don’t disturb them if they want to be left alone. Soon afterwards comes Fireworks night. Many pets are very frightened by the flashes and bangs of fireworks. While some pets don’t appear to mind many are terrified. If your pet is afraid it is a good idea to make sure there are safe hiding places for them – under the bed or behind the sofa for example. Walk dogs earlier in the day and keep windows and doors tightly closed to avoid pets bolting in fear. If your pet gets worried around this time of year check our advice at dog-for-fireworksadvice/dog/how-to-prepare-your-adviceforintoIfbluecross.org.uk/fireworks.www.theyareafraid,itisworthlookingde-sensitisingthemintimenextyearsactivities.Formorevisit-www.bluecross.org.uk/
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