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Arts, Crafts and Sculpture ............. 4 Talks, Exhibitions and Learning ....... 4

WEDNESDAY 13 APRIL, 12.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON CHAMBER CONCERT DAVID GREED (VIOLIN) AND IAN BUCKLE (PIANO) DEWSBURY TOWN HALL

Get Togethers and Social Dance ....... 6

WEDNESDAY 13 APRIL, 7PM HALF A SIXPENCE CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL

Leisure and Sport 6 Music ................... 7

David Greed is leader of the Orchestra of Opera North, and he and Ian Buckle have appeared together in the series many times. This year their programme includes Schubert’s massive Fantasy in C. Tickets: £4 (£3 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices or pay on the door

The musical Half a Sixpence will be performed by the Youth Section of Buttershaw St. Paul’s Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society.

Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

FRIDAY 15 APRIL, 7.30PM JODI PICOULT CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Author talk by popular American author Jodi Picoult interspersed with musical/guitar interludes relevant to Jodi’s new book ‘Sing You Home’ and book signing opportunity.

Tickets: £2 from Kirklees Booking Offices

Outdoor Festivals and Events .......... 8

TUESDAY 19 APRIL, 7PM TO 9.15PM HUDDERSFIELD ROTARY CLUB PRESENTS A MUSICAL EVENING FOR SENIOR CITIZENS FEATURING NEW MILL MALE VOICE CHOIR AND THE LINDLEY BAND HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Admittance by ticket only – available free from the Visitor Information Office located in the foyer of Huddersfield Library from Thursday March 31. A collection will be made during the interval.

TUESDAY 19 APRIL AND WEDNESDAY 20 APRIL, 7.30PM DEWSBURY ARTS GROUP YOUTH THEATRE PRODUCTIONS 2011 BATLEY TOWN HALL Three contrasting pieces of theatre performed by Dewsbury Arts Group’s Youth Theatre.

Tickets: £8 (£7 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices on sale from 10 March

FRIDAY 29 APRIL, 7.30PM THE FAB FOUR – THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Top tribute to the Beatles with one of the country’s leading tributes to the Fab Four ‘These Beatles’. This fast moving show has non stop hits from Love Me Do to Sergeant Pepper.

Tickets: £12 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

SATURDAY 30 APRIL, 7.30PM (DOORS OPEN 6.30PM) HUDDERSFIELD PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL A concert of Russian music brought to you by Huddersfield Philharmonic Orchestra, with Conductor Nicholas Smith and Piano Soloist William Green.

Mussorgsky: Night on a Bare Mountain Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 Tickets: £5-£15 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Stage and Theatre ............................... 8 Walks, Rides and Conservation ....... 9

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HD1 6PG Tel: (01484) 416669 Email: events@kirklees.gov.uk Listings in What’s On are free, however, we cannot guarantee to include all requests for listings, and may edit submissions at our discretion. Whilst we make every effort to ensure the information is accurate, no responsibility can be accepted for errors or omissions, or for changes in events after submission of copy.

Entries should be submitted on official forms, although we will accept printed publicity material. A form for new entries can be found on our Website: www.kirklees.gov.uk/events On the Website there is also an Events Database, where you can search on most of the entries in this publication, and many future events too!

Information and enquiries Telephone: (01484) 223200.

Disclaimer Please note that Kirklees Council does not endorse any of the products or services advertised in this publication.

Published by a Partnership of Kirklees Culture and Leisure Services. The Huddersfield Examiner and The Dewsbury Reporter. Printed by Trinity Mirror Printing Oldham Ltd and Yorkshire Weekly Newspapers Group

MONDAY 9 MAY, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT – DR GORDON STEWART HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL G F Handel: Overture The Occasional Oratorio J S Bach: Fugue alla Gigue W A Mozart: Fantasia in F Minor F Liszt: Canzonetta del Salvator Rosa A Hollins: Song of Sunshine F Liszt: Prelude and Fugue on BACH Tickets: £4 (£3 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

WEDNESDAY 11 MAY, 12.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON – ARCTURUS DEWSBURY TOWN HALL The ever popular Arcturus is back after a year’s break in a programme including Mozart’s glorious trio for clarinet, viola and piano. A perfect end to the season.

Tickets: £4 (£3 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

WEDNESDAY 11 MAY TO SATURDAY 14 MAY, 7.15PM CALAMITY JANE BATLEY TOWN HALL Calamity Jane, a popular musical show for all the family, presented by Batley Amateur Thespians. Featuring songs such as “The Deadwood Stage”, “Windy City”, “The Black Hills of Dakota”, “My Secret Love” and many more. Follow the adventures of Calamity Jane as she tames the Wild West.

Tickets: £11.00 (£9.00 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

THURSDAY 12, FRIDAY 13 & SATURDAY 14 MAY, 7.15PM DANCING SHOW CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL FRIDAY 13 MAY, 7.30PM NORTHERN SINFONIA – CLASSIC FM CONCERT DEWSBURY TOWN HALL With music designed to be enjoyed by all ages and experiences, the Classic FM concerts are always popular, ensuring that classical music is part of people’s everyday life.

Rossini: The Silken Ladder: Overture Ravel: Pavane pour une infante defunte Saint-Saens: Piano concerto No. 2 in G minor Mozart: The Magic Flute: Overture Schubert: Symphony No. 8 in B minor ‘Unfinished’ Conductor: Mario Venzago Piano: Ingrid Filter Tickets: £6.50-£17.50 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Photo: David Levenson

May - June 2011

Charity concert for Help 4 Heroes. BMVC are a traditional male voice choir and Cantamus Girls Choir from Mansfield - world famous repertoire from Verdi to Coldplay and Grimethorpe Colliery Band solo euphonium player Michael Dobbs, arguably the world’s best.

Tickets: £10-£15 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Dance Crazy by Dewhirst School of Dance with their annual review.

Tickets: £8.00 (£6.00 concessions for children) from Kirklees Booking Offices

JODI PICOULT - Cleckheaton

Edition No: 40

SATURDAY 7 MAY, 7.30PM BOLSTERSTONE MALE VOICE CHOIR (BMVC) AND CANTAMUS CHOIR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

SATURDAY 16 APRIL, 7.30PM, PRE-CONCERT TALK 6.30PM SLAITHWAITE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Conductor: Benjamin Ellin Violin: Artem Kotov Mendelssohn: Overture, The Hebrides Sibelius: Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 Tickets: £10-£15 (plus £7.50 concessions in the area/gallery) plus free admission in the Area and Gallery for children if accompanied by an adult, from Kirklees Booking Offices All pre-concert talks will be held in the main concert hall and are free to all attending the concert

SUNDAY 17 APRIL, 7PM KEN DODD WITH HIS HAPPINESS SHOW HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

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MONDAY 18 APRIL, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT – DR GORDON STEWART HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL M Phillips: Empire March J S Bach: Toccata in F F Wood: Sunrise on Stonehenge F Liszt: Funerailles N Rawsthorne: Waltz and Dance of the Butterflies J Alain: Litanies F Mendelssohn: Sonata 3 (First movement) Tickets: £4 (£3 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices or pay on the door

TUESDAY 19 APRIL, 7.30PM HA HA HOLMES CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL The long awaited third show from The Ha Ha Boys is coming soon in this exciting new and hilarious show. Ha Ha Holmes! The Beast of the Blistervilles - a marvellous comedy thriller in two acts.

Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson embark on the most dangerous adventure yet. Throughout history Blisterville Hall has been embroiled in dark mystical legend of a supernatural creature that haunts the nearby moors. The Blisterville family are slowly being savaged and eaten. In a race against time Holmes and Watson try and solve the mystery in this most gripping comedic thriller which promises all the nuts and bolts from the shows you have all grown to love.

“A premier Cru Champagne, a cheeky little vintage that bubbled over with fizz” “The Ha Ha Gang are high octane, five star fun.”

Book now for a fantastic night out. Bring your friends and family for this is a sure fire hit!

“It’s elementary my dear Watson!”

Tickets: £12 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

KIRKLEES BOOKING OFFICES

NICHOLAS SMITH - Huddersfield

SATURDAY 30 APRIL, 7.30PM SL ACADEMY OF DANCE BATLEY TOWN HALL Tickets: £8.50 from Kirklees Booking Offices

FRIDAY 6 MAY, 7.15PM & SATURDAY 7 MAY, 2PM (MATINEE) & 7.15PM ELAINE HOWARTH’S CENTRESTAGE DANCE SCHOOL PRESENTS ‘COULD IT BE MAGIC’ CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Elaine Howarth’s Centrestage Dance School presents ‘Could It Be Magic’. A dance spectacular showcasing all different genres of dance from ballet to hip hop.

Tickets: £7.50 (concessions available) from Kirklees Booking Offices

FRIDAY 6 MAY, 8PM (DOORS OPEN 7.30PM) NIGHT OF HYPNOTISM DEWSBURY TOWN HALL Join us for an evening of Hypnotism with Grant Saunders. Be amazed at this fast paced, roller coaster of a modern stage hypnosis show that will have audiences from all walks of life laughing and talking about it for years.

Grant uses the power we all have locked in our minds to create a fun filled, action packed hilarious stage hypnosis show where almost anything is possible.

This is your chance to witness one of the UK’s top hypnotists perform in the spectacular Victorian concert hall, which has been transformed with table seating so you can enjoy a drink while taking in the show.

Tickets: £7.50 (concessions available) from Kirklees Booking Offices

DEWSBURY TOWN HALL BOX OFFICE TEL: 01924 324 501 Dewsbury Town Hall, Old Wakefield Rd, Dewsbury WF12 8DQ VISITOR INFORMATION OFFICE TEL: 01484 223 200 Huddersfield Library, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield HOLMFIRTH INFORMATION CENTRE TEL: 01484 222 444 49 - 51 Huddersfield Rd, Holmfirth, Huddersfield HD9 3JP

INGRID FILTER - Dewsbury

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SATURDAY 14 MAY, 7.15PM GLEDHOLT MALE VOICE CHOIR GALA CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Music for all tastes with guests Kirklees Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Tickets: £5.00-£10.00 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

TOWNHALLS ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

SUNDAYS AT 8PM: 22 MAY, 19 JUNE, 17 JULY, 18 SEPT & 30 OCT JONGLEURS COMEDY CLUB HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

SATURDAY 14 MAY, 8PM BURLESQUE & CABARET SHOW EVENING DEWSBURY TOWN HALL

The UK’s number one comedy company comes to Huddersfield. Jongleurs, the name which helped launch the careers of Graham Norton, Jack Dee, Paul Merton and many more, now brings the biggest and funniest stars from the Jongleurs clubs to Huddersfield Town Hall.

Enjoy two hours of top stand-up with your compere and three of the biggest and brightest new stars on the comedy circuit.

Suitable for over 18s only – book early to avoid disappointment.

Tickets: £10 from Kirklees Booking Offices

Join us for an evening of glamour, decadence and a hint of sauciness. Your fabulous hostess Bella Besame will introduce you to wonderful burlesque performances and delight you with sublime musical entertainment. Over 16s only.

Dress to impress and join us for some cabaret like no other in the spectacular Victorian concert hall, which has been transformed with table seating so you can enjoy a drink while taking in the show.

Tickets: £10 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

THURSDAY 2 JUNE, 8PM JIMMY CARR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

GLEDHOLT MALE VOICE CHOIR - Huddersfield

WEDNESDAY 18 MAY TO FRIDAY 20 MAY, 7.15PM FAWLTY TOWERS CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL

SUNDAY 5 JUNE, 3PM HUDDERSFIELD PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA 'MOVIE SPECTACULAR WITH ROBERT POWELL' Tickets: £8-£15 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

MONDAY 6 JUNE, 7PM-9.15PM HUDDERSFIELD LIONS CLUB SENIOR CITIZENS CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL An evening of light music provided by New Mill Male Voice choir and LB Brass.

Tickets: Free admission, tickets available from Kirklees Booking Offices late April

SATURDAY 11 JUNE, 7.15PM SKELMANTHORPE BAND IN CONCERT WITH SPECIAL GUEST PAUL POTTS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Skelmanthorpe Band in concert with special guest, Britain's Got Talent winner Paul Potts.

A rare opportunity to hear one of the best tenors in the world, performing solo and with the band in the superb acoustics of Huddersfield Town Hall.

Tickets: £12-£25 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

April - June 2011

TUESDAY 14 JUNE TO SATURDAY 18 JUNE, 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2.30PM CABARET (MUSICAL) CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Kander and Webb’s musical classic ‘Cabaret’. In the 1920s, a young writer moves to Berlin and falls in love with a singer at a sleazy club. He becomes involved in illegal smuggling. She gets pregnant. On the eve of the Third Reich, he flees Germany alone.

Tickets: £14 & £15 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE TO SATURDAY 18 JUNE, 7.15PM (DOORS OPEN 6.30PM), SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2PM THE WIZARD OF OZ DEWSBURY TOWN HALL The spectacular show ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ follows Dorothy, Toto and her new found friends Scarecrow, The Tin Man and Lion as they make their way ‘Over The Rainbow’ along the ‘Yellow Brick Road’ to the ‘Merry Old Land Of Oz’ meeting Munchkins, a Good Witch and Bad Witch on the way.

Tickets: £7.50 - £12 (plus concessions and discount for block bookings) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Celebrating his 10th year as one of Britain’s most successful comedians, Jimmy Carr is bringing his distinct humour to the length and breadth of the country this autumn for the Laughter Therapy Tour. Always a popular comedian at Huddersfield Town Hall, he returns for an evening of non-stop jokes, gags and banter Tickets: £23 and £25 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Cleckheaton and Spenborough Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society perform Fawlty Towers, a play written by John Cleese and Connie Booth based on three episodes from the TV series. The Builders, The Germans and The Hotel Inspectors.

Tickets: £6-£10 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices or tel: 01274 877828.

SKELMANTHORPE BAND - Huddersfield

THURSDAY 19 MAY TO SATURDAY 21 MAY, 7.30PM PIRATES OF PENZANCE JR BATLEY TOWN HALL Wacky, irreverent and as entertaining today as it was when it first opened in 1879, “The Pirates of Penzance Jr” still spins a hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, dewy-eyed daughters and an eccentric Major-General, all morally bound to the often-ridiculous dictates of honour and duty!

Tickets: £10.00 (£8.00 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices 10 tickets sold, one free ticket (groups at same performance, doesn’t apply to family ticket deal) £30.00 Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children, doesn’t apply to groups of 10+ one free ticket)

FRIDAY 20 MAY, 7.30PM ROYAL LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Petrenko conducts: Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Prokoviev The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic’s performances with their sensational young Russian principal conductor have been one of the success stories of the decade in British orchestral life, and Vasily Petrenko has certainly proved a favourite with Kirklees audiences.

Tchaikovsky: Suite No. 4 ‘Mozartiana’ Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No.1 in Db Mozart: Don Giovanni: Overture Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings Conductor: Vasily Petrenko Piano: Kirill Gerstein Tickets: £7.50-£22.50 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

VASILY PETRENKO - Huddersfield

SATURDAY 21 MAY, 7.15PM (DOORS OPEN 6.30PM) YORKSHIRE CANCER SPRING CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL A concert to raise funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research, the largest regional cancer charity in England. The Hade Edge Brass Band and a massed choir of 150 voices from local male voice choirs. The soloist will be Philip McCann, the world renowned cornet player.

Tickets: £7-£15 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

JIMMY CARR - Huddersfield

SATURDAY 4 JUNE, 7.15PM BRASS BAND CONCERT BATLEY TOWN HALL

WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE TO SATURDAY 18 JUNE, 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2.30PM IOLANTHE BATLEY TOWN HALL

Hammonds Saltaire Band Prom Concert present their last Night Of The Proms concert.

Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

Gilbert and Sullivan’s magical fantasy featuring a sparkling troupe of fairies and the pomp and circumstance of the House of Lords. Strephon loves Phyllis, a Ward of Court, but the Lord Chancellor has other ideas. This leads to a typical Gilbert & Sullivan mix-up with some surprising consequences.

Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

SATURDAY 4 JUNE, 7.30PM HALLE – FROM AGINCOURT TO ALASSIO HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL We are delighted to welcome the Halle back to Kirklees for the season finale. The programme pays tribute to both the Halle’s and Kirklees’ association with the great English composers of the last century; indeed the Halle gave the premiere of ‘In the South’ conducted by the composer in 1904.

Combined with the sparkle and romance of Rachmaninov and the special world of Sibelius, this is sure to be a wonderful climax to our year and will, we hope, send you away eager to return next Autumn.

Sibelius: Pohjola’s Daughter Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Walton: Henry V: Suite Elgar: In the South ‘Alassio’ Conductor: Rory Macdonald Piano: Sofya Gulyak (Winner of the 2009 Leeds International Piano Competition) Tickets: £7.50-£22.50 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

RORY MACDONALD - Huddersfield

SATURDAY 18 JUNE, 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2.30PM ELGAR – THE DREAM OF GERONTIUS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Huddersfield Choral Society Gala concert to celebrate the founding of the society in 1836. Conducted by Martyn Brabbins, with the Halle Orchestra.

Tickets: £9-£27 (plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices

TEA DANCES

Cleckheaton Town Hall, 2 - 4pm April 14, 19 & 21 May 3, 5, 24 & 26 June 7, 9, 21 & 23 Admission £1.50 including tea and biscuits PAUL POTTS - Huddersfield

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ART, CRAFTS AND SCULPTURE ❑ UP TO MID JULY 2011 Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. THE ART WALL A year long programme of contemporary group exhibitions by artists from North Kirklees. Admission/Enquiries: Free Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 ❑ UNTIL DECEMBER 2011 Huddersfield Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. YORKSHIRE'S FAVOURITE PAINTINGS A selection of paintings are on display as part of the Yorkshire's Favourite Paintings project running from February to December 2011. Admission/Enquiries: Ruth Gamble 01484 221964 ❑ UNTIL 26 JUNE 2011 Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LG. SHIRIN NESHAT YSP presents Soliloquy, a film by the Iranian artist Shirin Neshat, in the unique context of the Chapel. On loan from Tate, the installation in YSP's Grade-II* listed Georgian chapel provides a contemplative space for a rare showing of Neshat's beautiful film, which explores themes of identity, exile and cultural history.

Admission/Enquiries: Yorkshire Sculpture Park 01924 832631 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 1.00PM-3.00PM Textile Hall, Hick Lane, Batley, WF17 5HW. CRAFTS CLUB Fed up of crafting alone? come join our club. The craft club not only lets you have fun doing what you love, it also gives you the chance to meet like minded people and develop new skills while having fun.

Admission/Enquiries: £2.00 Textile Hall 01924 422214 07817658270 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY – 8.00PM-9.00PM Spen Valley Sports College, Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LX. LET'S DANCE Beginners Plus - Ballroom & Latin American Dancing: Waltz, Quickstep, Slow Foxtrot, Social Foxtrot, Tango, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, Jive, Samba Admission/Enquiries: £3.00 Gareth Hemingway 07773673811 ❑ SAT 9 APR - SAT 4 JUN Smith Art Gallery, Halifax Road, Brighouse, HD6 2AF. BRIGHOUSE ART CIRCLE'S 63RD ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION The Brighouse Art Circle's 63rd Annual Art Exhibition will be held at the Smith Art Gallery, Brighouse. It will be opened on 9 April 2011 at 3.00 by the Mayor of Calderdale and runs until 4 June. Many original works of art are available for sale at fantastic prices. Ring for opening times. Admission/Enquiries: Free Les Boothroyd 01484 316236 ❑ THURS 14 APR, 10.00AM-4.00PM Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. LEARN TO LOVE YOUR SEWING MACHINE Learn about sewing tools and techniques in a friendly and relaxed environment. Make your own cushion using vintage and recycled materials. Sewing machines available to borrow if you don't have your own. Tutor: Julia Batley of sewfabrics. Please bring a packed lunch. Admission/Enquiries: £40 including all materials, tea/coffee and cake. To book ring Julia Batley 07792303476 ❑ EVERY THURSDAY 7.30PM Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse, HD6 2AX. BRIGHOUSE ART CIRCLE WEEKLY MEETINGS Weekly meetings at Waring Green Community Centre, Brighouse,HD6 2AX and include demonstrations, workshop, life models and in summer there are also Tuesday afternoon outdoor meetings.

Admission/Enquiries: Les Boothroyd 01484 316236 ❑ EVERY THURSDAY 8.00PM-9.00PM Rastrick High School, Field Top Lane, Rastrick, Brighouse, HD6 3XB. LET'S DANCE Beginners - Ballroom & Latin American Dancing: Cha Cha Cha, Waltz, Quickstep, Rumba, Jive, Tango, Samba, Slow Foxtrot & Social Foxtrot Admission/Enquiries: £3.00 Gareth Hemingway 07773673811 ❑ EVERY SATURDAY 9.00AM-4.30PM Holmfirth Market, 38 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. HOLMFIRTH CRAFT & FOOD MARKET Enjoy a leisurely browse through the Saturday Craft Market.

With unusual and traditional craft items there is always something unique to be found at the craft market with items for the home or a gift with a difference.

Alongside the fabulous choice of crafts and gifts, the market offers shoppers a wonderful selection of fresh foods, from local meats, to fruit & veg, cheese and much more. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Head Office 01484 223730 ❑ SAT 16 APR 10.00AM-4.00PM Croft House, Jackroyd Lane, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8HW. CRAFT & GIFT FAIR Hand made crafts & beautiful gifts for everyone. Also tombolas, raffle and nearly new stall. Light lunches & refreshments on sale all day.

Everyone welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Entrance 50p - children free Alison Hayman 01924 499917 ❑ SAT 16 APR 10.00AM-4.00PM Greenhead Masonic Hall, 26 Greenhead Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4EN. HUDDERSFIELD HOLISTIC FAIR Step through the looking glass to a wonderland of treats at the magical Huddersfield Holistic Fair. Refreshments, treatments and goods to buy. Admission/Enquiries: £3 entry Adele Doxey or Carol Johnson 07986686000 ❑ SAT 16 APR 11.00AM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. IMAGINE CREATIVE WORKSHOP: PRODDY RUGGING Prod and poke your way to making something special. Proddy Rugging uses bits and pieces to create something unique.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £2.50 child, £4 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 18 APR - THURS 28 APR Various Libraries and information centres. DRAGON-MAKING WORKSHOPS Celebrate St George's Day by recycling junk into an awesome dragon. Come along to one of our dragon making workshops or bring us a

photo of your creation. You need to book at some libraries. Call in at your local library and information centre to book.and find out more details. www.kirklees.gov.uk/buzz General enquiries 01484 226300 ❑ MON 18 APR - SUN 1 MAY MON - FRI 11AM - 5PM, SAT & SUN 12PM - 5PM Bagshaw Museum, Wilton Park, Batley, WF17 0AS. EASTER ''EGGS''TRAVAGANZA Easter Quiz and trails around the museum Admission/Enquiries: Bagshaw Museum 01924 326155 ❑ MON 18 APR 2.30PM-3.30PM Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. DRAGON WORKSHOP Celebrate St George's Day by recycling junk into an awesome dragon. Come along to one of our dragon making workshops or bring us a photo for your creation.

Call in at your local library and information centre to book your place. Admission/Enquiries: General enquiries 01484 226300 ❑ MON 18 APR 5.15PM-6.15PM Mobile Library @ Birkenshaw Bar, Old Lane, Birkenshaw, BD11 2JX. DRAGON WORKSHOPS - MOBILE LIBRARY @ BIRKENSHAW BAR Celebrate St George's Day by recycling junk into an awesome dragon. Come along to one of our dragon making workshops or bring us a photo of your creation. Admission/Enquiries: General enquiries 01484 226300 ❑ TUES 19 APR 1.00PM-4PM Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. THE PASSION We are inviting people to join us for a day to create their own unique interpretation of Christ's Passion fit for a Twenty First Century audience. We will look at a selection of depictions of the crucified Christ in Art throughout the ages and understand why there is such a fascination in the image and suffering of Jesus compared to the images of his Resurrection. How did artists make the image relevant to their own time and how can we do the same. Admission/Enquiries: Stephen McGrath 01924 326021 ❑ TUES 19 APR 11AM-1PM & 2PM-4PM Bagshaw Museum, Wilton Park, Batley, WF17 0AS. EASTER BASKETS Come and make an Easter basket or card at Bagshaw Museum. Use fluffy bunnies and colourful eggs to decorate your art works, let your creativity run wild. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Passport holders go free. 50p per child Bagshaw Museum 01924 326155 ❑ TUES 19 – SAT 30 APR 11AM-12NOON & 2.00PM-3.00PM The Toll House, 32-34 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS. EASTER HOLIDAY - GET THE GARDENING BUG! Drop in to the community room at The Fair Traders Cooperative during the Easter holidays to plant your own sunflower and make your own crazy recycled bugs! Admission/Enquiries: £1 per person Sophie Bebb 01484 690515 ❑ THURS 21 APR 1.00PM-4.00PM Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. PAINTING THE TOWN Join us to create your own images of Batley's unique architectural heritage. Paintings can be taken away at the end of the session, or left with us for display in the library building. Suitable for all ages, family groups are particularly welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Stephen McGrath 01924 326021 ❑ THURS 21 APR 2.30PM-3.30PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. DRAGON WORKSHOP Celebrate St George's Day by recycling junk into an awesome dragon. Come along to one of our dragon making workshops or bring us a photo for your creation. Call in at your local library and information centre to book your place.

Admission/Enquiries: General enquiries 01484 226300

❑ WEDNESDAY 4TH MAY, 10.30AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. SPRINGTIME DOUGHCRAFT Diane Hepworth will demonstrate the art of Springtime Doughcraft.

Admission/Enquiries: Free event, but booking essential.

Sandra Shaw 01924 326227 ❑ THURS 5 MAY 7.00PM-9.00PM, FRI 6 MAY 6.00PM-9.00PM & SAT 7 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Huddersfield Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 12 Halifax Road, Birchencliffe, Huddersfield, HD3 3BS. FLOWER SHOW - TO COMMEMORATE THE 400TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KING JAMES'S BIBLE In celebration of the 400th Anniversary of the King James Bible, we will have different floral arrangements, depicting events/scenes from the bible.

Admission/Enquiries: Free Beth 07756412111 ❑ SAT 7 MAY 11.00AM-5.00PM South Pennine Boat Club, Halfpenny Bridge, Wood Lane, Battyeford, Mirfield, WF14 0ED. BOAT CLUB OPEN DAY The South Pennine Boat Club is holding its 7th Boat Club Open Day. It will be open to the public & boaters. Great day out for all the family Admission/Enquiries: Free Michael Fretwell 07810 582799 ❑ THURS 12 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. LEARN TO LOVE YOUR SEWING MACHINE Tutor: Julia Batley of Sewfabrics. Learn about sewing tools and techniques in a friendly and relaxed environment. Make your own cushions using vintage and recycled fabrics. Sewing machines available if you don't have your own, please ask Julia when booking. Please bring your own packed lunch.

Admission/Enquiries: £40 including all materials, tea/coffee and cakes. Julia Batley 07792303476 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. OBJECT DARTS: THE GINGERBREAD MAN AND OTHER SHADOW TAILS One man, two hands, and all of the stories in the world! Which animals will he make today to tell their tales in this shadow play?

Storytelling, singing and live music, the little ones will want to have a go at making their very own shadow puppets. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £4.50 child / £6 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 18 MAY 2.00PM-4.00PM Skelmanthorpe Library and Information Centre, Council Offices, 24 Commercial Road, Skelmanthorpe, HD8 9DA. CRAFT GROUP OPEN AFTERNOON Come along and meet the group.

Admission/Enquiries: Skelmanthorpe Library 01484 222905 ❑ THURS 19 MAY 2.00PM-4.00PM Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. SIMPLY SEW AND MORE ... ALW Do you enjoy sewing, knitting, crochet etc or would like to learn a new skill, why not join us for an informal craft session.

Admission/Enquiries: Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre 01924 324178 ❑ THURS 19 MAY 6.00PM-7.45PM Kirkburton Library, Turnshaws Road, Kirkburton, HD8 0RT. KNITTING WORKSHOP - ALW Are you an experienced knitter or absolute beginner? Why not come along to the knitting workshop and meet the members of Kirkburton Library's knitting group. Needles, wool, hints and tips, and light refreshments. Everybody welcome.

Admission/Enquiries: Free event Kirkburton Library 01484 222710 ❑ FRI 20 MAY 6.00PM-7.15PM Lindley Library and Information Centre, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JP. KNITTING CLUB - ALW Bring your needles and wool, have a knit and natter. Admission/Enquiries: Free Lindley Library 01484 222172

❑ MON 25 APR, 2 MAY, 30 MAY & SUN 29 MAY 9.00AM-3.00PM Huddersfield Open Market, Brook Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1RX. BANK HOLIDAY MARKET & CAR BOOT SALE Giant car boot alongside the regular Monday Market traders, £8 per stall. Admission/Enquiries: Car Boot Rate £8 per stall Markets Head Office 01484 223730

❑ SAT 28 MAY - SUN 5 JUN MON-FRI 11.00AM-4.00PM, SAT & SUN 12NOON-4.00PM Bagshaw Museum, Wilton Park, Batley, WF17 0AS. SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW BAGSHAW? The Big Centenary Picture Quiz Admission/Enquiries: Bagshaw Museum 01924 326155

❑ THURS 28 APR 11.00AM-1.00PM & 2.00PM-4.00PM Bagshaw Museum, Wilton Park, Batley, WF17 0AS. THE ROYAL RAVE Crafty ways to celebrate the Royal Wedding in style by making your own crown to wear on the big day or by designing your own flag or bunting to celebrate Catherine and William's marriage.

Admission/Enquiries: 50p per child. Kirklees Passport Holders go free Bagshaw Museum 01924 326155

❑ SAT 28 - MON 30 MAY 2.00PM-5.00PM Kirkheaton St John the Baptist Church, Church Lane, Kirkheaton, Huddersfield, HD5 0BH. KIRKHEATON ART FESTIVAL Kirkheaton Art Festival. Painting, photography, sculpture, quilts and embroidery, work from local schools, Kirkwood Hospice and more If would like to submit entries please contact the Parish Office before 10th May. Admission/Enquiries: Free entry and refreshments Linda 01484 531449

❑ THURS 28 APR 1.00PM-4.00PM Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. BATLEY CHARACTERS' A drawing workshop focusing on portraiture. Using each other as models, participants will be introduced to the techniques and principles used to capture drawing facial features and expressions accurately. Suitable for 8 to 14 year olds. Parents are welcome to stay for the session, though this is not essential. Admission/Enquiries: Stephen McGrath 01924 326021 ❑ SATURDAYS 30 APR, 28 MAY, 25 JUNE 1.00PM-4.00PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. RED HOUSE CRAFT BEE This popular informal monthly craft group, led by Marilyn Moon offers the chance to enjoy craftwork socially and to share and learn traditional skills such as needlepoint, beadwork, lacework, patchwork and knitting in a friendly inspiring environment. Admission/Enquiries: Membership free, but members buy own materials. For details/ to join please call Marilyn on 01274 872224. Access by stairs only. ❑ SAT 30 APR – SUN 5 JUN EVERY SAT & SUN Colne Valley Museum, Cliffe Ash, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4PY. 40TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF COLNE VALLEY ART SOCIETY An exhibition of work by members of the Art Society will be on display at the Colne Valley Museum every weekend from 30th April 5th June Admission/Enquiries: Diana Rowell 01484 650037

❑ SUN 29 MAY 12NOON-4.00PM Bagshaw Museum Car Park, Woodlands Road, off Upper Batley Lane, Batley, WF17 0RE. BAGSHAW'S CENTENARY CELEBRATION Part of the Big Bagshaw Museum & Wilton Park 100 year celebration weekend Admission/Enquiries: £1.50 per child including mehndi design Bagshaw Museum 01924 326155 ❑ THURS 2 JUN 11.00AM-1.00PM & 2.00PM-4.00PM Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. BOUNCE INTO SPRING Join us for half term holiday fun and crafts on the theme of spring time.Admission/Enquiries: 50p per child (5-16 years). Kirklees Passport holders free Tolson Museum 01484 223830 ❑ FRI 3 JUN 11.00AM-2.00PM Marsden Moor Estate Office, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. FUN FRIDAY ACTIVITY Come along to the Estate Office to take part in a Fun Friday activity during half term. Our yard will also be open for plant sales.

Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ TUES 7 JUN, MON 13 JUN, TUES 21 & MON 27 7.00PM-9.00PM Huddersfield Town Hall Old Court Room, Huddersfield Town Hall, Peel Street entrance, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. CREATIVE WRITING COURSE Fun, inspiring and educational writing courses, tailored to meet the needs of aspiring writers of any age and experience level. Admission/Enquiries: 6 week course £80 R L Royle whiterosecreativewriting.com

❑ SAT 11 JUN 10.00AM The Showground, Moor Lane, Farnley Tyas, near Honley, Huddersfield, HD4 6UW. HONLEY AGRICULTURAL SHOW Honley Agricultural Show will be held this year on Saturday 11th June at The Showground, Moor Lane, Farnley Tyas - one of the region's best venues situated in the beautiful countryside near Huddersfield. It is one of the most prestigious, best-attended and well-respected rural agricultural shows in the country is proud to be celebrating its 90th anniversary this year.

Admission/Enquiries: Richard Hartley 01484 661072 ❑ SAT 11 JUN 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. IMAGINE CREATIVE WORKSHOP: BEND ME - SHAPE ME - MAKE ME Get ready for fun with pipe cleaners. A perfect tool for little ones to shape and bend their very own creatures or monsters or anything they like. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £2.50 child / £4 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 11 & 12 JUN 11.00AM-5.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. WYPW OPEN WEEKEND A weekend of drop in art workshops for all ages. Schools art exhibition.

Admission/Enquiries: Louise Crosby 01924 497646 ❑ SAT 11 JUN 12.15PM-4.15PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. CRAFT WORKSHOP: RECYCLE YOUR JEANS Bring along a pair of old jeans and have fun turning them into a stylish bag, a pretty corsage and a sweet hanging heart, embellished with fabrics, felt, lace, buttons and beads. Only basic hand sewing skills needed. Tutor: Roberta Balmforth. Access by stairs only.

Admission/Enquiries: £25. Materials and equipment provided. For info/to book call Roberta on 01924 496754. ❑ TUES 28 JUN 10.30AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. COFFEE PLUS: BE CREATIVE! Bronwyn Morris of the Kirklees College Neighbourhood Learning Team will give you the opportunity to make a small craft item.

Admission/Enquiries: Free event, but booking essential Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227

EXHIBITIONS, TALKS AND LEARNING ❑ UNTIL SUN 5 JUN USUAL MUSEUM OPENING TIMES. Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. FROM DESI TO PARDESI (HOME AND AWAY) This exhibition explores how young Pakistani people relate to their elders. Members of Huddersfield's Pakistani Youth Forum stepped into their parents' and grandparents' shoes to discover their heritage. With photographs, recordings and memorabilia, find out what life was like for older members of Huddersfield's Pakistani Community Alliance as they shed light on their lives as new arrivals in the town. Part of this exhibition is accessible by stairs. Admission/Enquiries: Tolson Memorial Museum 01484 223830 ❑ UNTIL SAT 30 APR USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. NORTHERN LEGACY COMMUNITY INTEREST PROJECT This is a photographic exhibition of 50 photographic portraits of the residents of Batley. It also has supporting video loop containing photographs taken by the participants with a soundtrack of their aspirations for the town. The aim of the project was to represent proportionally, in the number of portraits, the totality of communities in Batley. The project was supported by Arts Council England. Admission/Enquiries: Free Mark Milnes 01924 326021 ❑ UNTIL SAT 30 APR TUES-THURS 10.30AM-6.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. STORY @ WYPW Stephen Chambers RA, Ana Maria Pacheco, John Hamilton, Pauline Meade. An exhibition of prints and paintings with a narrative theme. Some telling stories - others to make up your own.Admission/Enquiries: Louise Crosby 01924 497646 ❑ EVERY 2ND AND 4TH WED OF THE MONTH 7.30PM-9.30PM County Hotel, Princess Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TT. HUDDERSFIELD AUTHORS' CIRCLE MEETING Regular reading meeting of the group. New writers welcome to join. Please contact us for more details. Admission/Enquiries: £12.00 annual members fee (gains free entry to Presidents and Annual writing competitions held within group) Rebecca Wilson pegglass98@hotmail.com ❑ UNTIL WED 11 MAY EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY. Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. HUDDERSFIELD FRENCH CIRCLE PROGRAMME FOR 2011 French Circle Meetings are held at Huddersfield Town Hall at 7.30pm, usually in Room 1. Those events marked with an * are held at other venues Admission/Enquiries: V Smithson 01484 643031 ❑ SAT 9 APR – SUN 25 SEPT USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LG. JAUME PLENSA YSP presents an extraordinary body of new and recent work by renowned Spanish artist Jaume Plensa.

Encouraging tactile and sensory exploration, this vibrant exhibition includes a 50-metre curtain of poetry made of suspended steel letters, large illuminated sculptures in the landscape, and engraved gongs that visitors can strike to fill the gallery with sound. Admission/Enquiries: Yorkshire Sculpture Park 01924 832631 ❑ WED 13 APR 7.30PM The Toll House, 32-34 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS. SIMPLY DIVINE: THE STORY FROM BEAN TO BAR Speaker event at The Fair Traders Cooperative, Holmfirth. With David G-Haigh from Divine Chocolate.

Admission/Enquiries: Ticket only event £3 Sophie Bebb 01484 690515 ❑ EVERY 2ND AND 4TH WED OF THE MONTH UNTIL WED 25 MAY 7.45PM Huddersfield Town Hall

W H AT ’ S O N Old Court Room, Huddersfield Town Hall, Peel Street entrance, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. RAILWAY ENTHUSIASTS - TALKS AND PRESENTATIONS Huddersfield Railway Circle host one of a series of regular informative and entertaining talks, illustrated talks and slide shows. Admission/Enquiries: Topic: Gricers Year No 46 - Brian Kilner / T Boothroyd 01484 654011 ❑ THURS 14 APR 10.00AM-7.00PM Huddersfield Sports Centre, Kirklees Active Leisure, Southgate, Huddersfield, HD1 1TW. INTERNATIONAL DAY OF DISABLED PEOPLE CELEBRATIONS IN KIRKLEES Following its cancellation at the Huddersfield Sports Centre in December, The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Persons with Disabilities is to be held on 14th April. It aims to increase the understanding of the issues around disabilities and draw attention to the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. But more importantly the event is about celebrating disability and having fun!

Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Council International Day of Disabled People 01484 221760 ❑ FRI 15 APR 7.30PM Cleckheaton Town Hall, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RH. JODI PICOULT Author talk by popular American author Jodie Picoult interspersed with musical/guitar interludes relevant to Jodie's new book 'Sing You Home' and book signing opportunity. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £2 from Kirklees Booking Offices Kirklees Booking Offices 01484 223200/222444 or 01924 324501 ❑ SAT 16 APR 10.00AM-12.30PM Vajrapani Buddhist Centre, Wheathouse Terrace, Birkby, Huddersfield, HD2 2UY. LEARNING TO LOVE MEDITATION DEVELOPING PURE LOVE Pure love is a mind that feels the happiness and freedom of others to be important and wishes them to be happy. This is distinguished from attachment, which wishes oneself to be happy. Our relationships with others are generally a mixture of love and attachment, but we should work to decrease our attachment and increase our love. Pure love brings only happiness to ourselves and others, whereas attachment brings problems and difficulties.

Admission/Enquiries: Course fee £7 per half-day course Vajrapani Buddhist Centre 01484 469652 ❑ SAT 16 APR 2.00PM FOR 2.15PM Salendine Nook Baptist Church, Moorhill Road, Huddersfield, HD3 3SF. COTTON WOOL COUNTRY Margaret Curry our speaker for this slide presentation, who first spoke to us in September 2008 (Derbyshire Well Dressing), returns with another very interesting subject. ❑ SUN 17 APR 10.30AM-4.30PM Well-being by Angela, 33-35 Scott Hill, Clayton West, Huddersfield, HD8 9PE. LEARN REIKI TODAY Be able to access and use reiki on yourself, as well as being able to give this amazing healing energy to your friends, family, pets, food, drink and even your plants!

Admission/Enquiries: Angela Lloyd-Martin 01484 860900 07984 787937

Church, Old Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield, HD5 8AA. FASHION SHOW BY FLAIR OF ELLAND Doors open 6.45 for refreshments. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets available from Alzheimer's Society, Kirklees, 12 St George's Square, Huddersfield or pay on the door on the night priced £3.00. Wendy Oldfield 01484 429865 and 326572

❑ TUES 10 MAY 10.30AM Oakes Baptist Church, Baker Street, Oakes, Huddersfield, HD3 3ER. THE LIFE AND TIMES OF EDDIE WARING Huddersfield Pennine Probus Club presents a talk by Mr Harry Waring for retired men and women.

Admission/Enquiries: Free. Arrive at 10.00am. Talk starts 10.30am Oakes Baptist Church 01484 461131

❑ THURS 21 APR 10.00AM-4.00PM 13-15 Lion Chambers, John William Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1ES. OPEN DAY We are hosting an Open Day for local people interested in Apprenticeships and Training Admission/Enquiries: Sue Killoran 01484 429359

❑ 2ND TUES OF EACH MONTH 10.00AM Standard House, Half Moon Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2JF. LOCAL INVOLVEMENT NETWORK Monthly meeting of the Steering Group open public with an opportunity for you to raise health and social care items of interest for consideration by the group Admission/Enquiries: Meetings the second Tues of each month Natalie Pinnock-Hamilton

❑ THURS 21 APR 7.30PM Holmfirth Civic Hall, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS. THE EMPLOYMENT OF CHILDREN IN LOCAL MILLS DURING THE EARLY INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION Holme Valley Civic Society present an illustrated talk by Judi Thorpe and the Marsden History Group Admission/Enquiries: Visitors £2 on the door Margaret Hinchcliffe 01484 683242 ❑ SAT 23 APR 10.00AM-13.00PM Deighton Centre, Deighton Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1JP. LET'S SET SOME GOALS! During the workshop you will explore goal setting and be stepped through 6 tools you can use to set goals for yourself. It will enable you to work with a coach, have access to tools and ensure you have time out from the daily grind to set yourself some life changing goals in a supportive, productive environment. Admission/Enquiries: Entry £30. Book via Quartz Services website. Gina Battye 07880 502172 ❑ SUNDAYS FROM 1-00PM-4.00PM Royds Park, Cleckheaton, BD19 2LL. SPENBOROUGH MODEL RAILWAY - OPEN DAY Your chance to see and enjoy the work of Spenborough Model Engineers. Railway open to all for train rides on two seperate steam loco powered trains. Prospective new members and running day volunteers welcome - come and have a chat and meet the people maintaining and running the railway.

Admission/Enquiries: Michael Duncan 01924 474164 07919445929 ❑ EVERY 4TH WED OF THE MONTH UNTIL OCT 7.30PM Spen X Social Club, Moorlands House, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3SU. FLORAL ART / FLOWER ARRANGING DEMONSTRATION Relax and watch a demonstration lasting around 90 minutes and meet other people with a love of flowers. Guests are welcome to pay on the door, or full membership is available for 2011. Admission/Enquiries: Guest admission £4 per meeting or full year membership £27 Mrs B Stone 01924 501343

❑ SAT 30 APR 10.00AM-12.30PM Vajrapani Buddhist Centre, Wheathouse Terrace, Birkby, Huddersfield, HD2 2UY. LEARNING TO LOVE MEDITATION ENHANCING LOVE Pure love is a mind that feels the happiness and freedom of others to be important and wishes them to be happy. This is distinguished from attachment, which wishes oneself to be happy. Our relationships with others are generally a mixture of love and attachment, but we should work to decrease our ❑ MON 18 & TUE 19 APR 10.00AM-4.00PM & WED attachment and increase our love. Pure love brings only 20 APR 10.00AM-7.00PM Huddersfield Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. EASTER happiness to ourselves and others, whereas attachment brings problems and difficulties. Admission/Enquiries: HOLIDAY THEATRE WORKSHOP Come along and Vajrapani Buddhist Centre 01484 469652 join our Glee! club. A 3 day workshop where kids have the chance to take part in a production and perform ❑ TUES 3 MAY 10.30AM YMCA Sports and Social Club, their favourite songs from hit musicals and the TV Laund Hill, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 3XF. I series Glee. Admission/Enquiries: Ruth Marston 01943 NEVER SAW CONSTANTINE The probus Club of 466565 Huddersfield present 'I never saw Constantine' - a talk by Alan Stuttard Admission/Enquiries: A Dutton 01484 ❑ MON-FRI 18-22 APR 11.00AM-4.00PM & WED 20 APR 7.00PM-9.00PM HOLY WEEK CHURCH TRAIL at 517804 Holmbridge St David's Parish Church, Holmbridge, HD9 ❑ FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH 2NQ. Holmfirth Methodist Church, School Street, 12.30PM-1.30PM Greenhead Park Community Room, (in Holmfirth, HD9 7EQ. Holy Trinity Church, Butt Lane, the cafe building near the tennis courts), Greenhead Hepworth, Holmfirth, HD9 1TE. Holmfirth Holy Trinity Park, Huddersfield, HD1 4HS. HISTORY HOURS A Parish Church,Towngate,Holmfirth,HD9 1HA series of informal talks, walks and other activities related Netherthong All Saints Parish Church, Towngate, to the history of Greenhead Park. All welcome.

Netherthong, Holmfirth, HD9 3EJ. New Mill Christ Admission/Enquiries: Free Friends of Greenhead Park Church, Sude Hill, New Mill, Holmfirth, HD9 7BL. fogphuddersfield@googlemail.com Thongsbridge St Andrew's Church, Miry Lane, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, HD9 7HP Thurstonland St ❑ FRI 6 MAY – FRI 15 JUL 1.30PM-2.30PM Party Thomas Church, Marsh Hall Lane, Thurstonland, Dreamz, 27-31 Whiteley Street, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield, HD4 6XD. Upperthong St John The Huddersfield, HD3 4LT. SIGNING CLASSES Evangelist Church, Upperthong Lane, Upperthong, MILNSBRIDGE FRIDAYS Using songs, toys, pictures to Holmfirth, HD9 3BQ. The Upper Holme Valley Anglican help both parents and children to remember the signs. churches and the Methodist church, Holmfirth are Admission/Enquiries: £25 for the course Rachel Smith opening their doors to visitors. Each of the nine 07952 770619 churches will host an interactive and sensory display to ❑ FRI 6 MAY 7.00PM 4A Railway Street, Huddersfield, enable visitors to engage with a specific story told by HD1 1JP. SUPERMASSIVE BLACK HOLES AND THE Jesus in the Gospels. For children and families there GROWTH OF GALAXIES' Talk by Dr Ryan Hickox - from will be daily story tellings taking place in Holmfirth Durham University Admission/Enquiries: £1.50 members, Parish Church when a child friendly version of one of £2 non-members - including Coffee, Tea or soft drink the stories will be read each day, before people are Huddersfield Astronomical Society 01484 348754 invited to go out and explore the venues.

Admission/Enquiries: Mike Smithers 0774 229 2310 ❑ FRI 6 MAY 7.30PM Mirfield Trinity Methodist Church Schoolroom, Trinity Street, Mirfield, WF14 8AD. ❑ MON 18 APR 7.30PM Reception Room, Huddersfield GARDENERS QUESTION TIME Ruth and David Hudson Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. from Westfields Nursery Mirfield will answer questions “THROUGH A GLASS DARKLY'' An investigation into about gardens, and will demonstrate how to plant up medieval glass in the North of England - talk by Alan hanging baskets and planters Admission/Enquiries: £5 Petford Admission/Enquiries: David Griffiths 01484 including supper Christine Sykes 01924497612 540309 07706738463 ❑ TUES 19 APR 7.15PM Room T5/10, Technology ❑ SAT 7 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Marsden Library, Building, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, HD1 Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 3DH. GREENLAND ON SKIS & AGM The AGM will be 6BW. A MUDDY HISTORY OF BRITAIN-A LOCAL followed with a presentation by Iain Hall - the story of VIEW IN MARSDEN Meet Gillian Hovell (The Muddy Iain's journey of 300 miles across the Greenland ice Archaeologist) for a medium grade walk at Marsden cap, completely unsupported, lasting 25 days, and Library an illustrated talk followed by a bus ride to The pulling 70kg pulks including the planning behind such a Carriage House at Standedge for soup and bread. We major expedition. Admission/Enquiries: Visitors shall then explore the fascinating prehistory of the area welcome £2.00 on the door. P Cunnington 01484 through a circular walk. Returnby bus for 3.00pm or 602499 4.00pm as desired on the day. Admission/Enquiries: ❑ WED 20 APR 7.30PM Huddersfield Methodist Tickets £5 to include soup and refreshments at local pub Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QA. Diane Green 01484 222555 07973315082 TALK AND SLIDE SHOW Talk and slide show by Alan ❑ SAT 7 MAY 1.00PM-4.00PM Bagshaw Museum, Stamford about Leighton Moss RSPB reserve.

Wilton Park, Batley, WF17 0AS. CRAFT WORKSHOP Admission/Enquiries: Pay on the Door Members £2 non Hearts & Flowers - Craft workshops led by local textile Members £3 `Robert Haigh 01484 306863 artist Roberta Balmforth Admission/Enquiries: £25.00 per 07917676759 person. Booking is essential Roberta Balmforth 01924 496754 07909842191 ❑ WED 20 APR 7.30PM Moldgreen United Reformed

❑ SAT 7 MAY – SAT 4 JUN TUES WED THURS 10.30AM-6.00PM & SAT 10.30AM-4.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. IN VISIBLE INK @ WYPW An exhibition of original prints by leading printmakers from Print Studio Cambridge. Kip Gresham, Stephen Chambers, Willard Boepple, Jane Dixon and others.

Admission/Enquiries: Louise Crosby 01924 497646 ❑ THURS 12 MAY 10.30AM-12.30PM Meltham Library and Information Centre, Meltham Town Hall, Huddersfield Road, Meltham, HD9 4AG. DIGITAL SWITCHOVER CAMPAIGN - ALW A drop in session providing information regarding the TV digital switchover. One of a series of varied events for Adult Learners' Week Admission/Enquiries: Free Meltham Library 01484 222606

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FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Looking for something to do? How about researching your family tree?

Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking essential.

Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ TUES 17 MAY 1.30PM-4.30PM Heckmondwike Library, Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0LY. WORKLINK ADVICE SESSIONS - ALW Free advice about training, CV's and job search.

Admission/Enquiries: Drop in session Heckmondwike Library 01924 325637 ❑ TUES 17 MAY 2.00PM-4.00PM Mirfield Library, Easthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AN. SOCIAL MEDIA AND FACEBOOK TASTER SESSIONS - ALW Have a go with Facebook and Twitter.

Admission/Enquiries: Mirfield Library 01924 326470 ❑ WED 18 MAY 9.00AM-12.30PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. WORKLINK ADVICE SESSIONS - ALW Free advice about training, CV's and job search Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ WED 18 MAY 10.00AM-5.00PM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. WORKLINK ADVICE SESSIONS - ALW Free advice about training, CV's and job seeking.

Admission/Enquiries: Dewsbury Library 01924 325080

❑ WED 18 MAY 10.00AM-1.00PM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. TAKE THE NHS MID-LIFE LIFECHECK FOR PEOPLE OVER 40 - ALW NHS LifeCheck is a simple, user-friendly online health service designed to help people assess their own lifestyles and make healthier ❑ THURS 12 MAY 1.30PM-3.30PM Dewsbury Library, choices. Admission/Enquiries: Free drop-in help session.

Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 No need to book Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 8EQ. DIGITAL SWITCHOVER CAMPAIGN - ALW A drop in session providing information regarding the TV ❑ WED 18 MAY 10.00AM-12NOON Mirfield Library, digital switchover. One of a series of varied events for Easthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 Adult Learners' Week Admission/Enquiries: Free 8AN. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 WITH PATRICK CROWLEY Part of Adult Learners' Week Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential Mirfield ❑ SAT 14 MAY & SAT 11 JUN 11.00AM-1.00PM Library 01924 326470 Huddersfield Lending Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, ❑ WED 18 MAY 10.30AM-12.30PM Holmfirth Library, 47 HD1 2SU. OPEN UNIVERSITY ADVICE SESSION Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. DIGITAL ALW Come along and talk to an Open University tutor SWITCHOVER CAMPAIGN A drop in session providing about Open University courses you could take. One of a information regarding the TV digital switchover. One of a series of varied events for Adult Learners' Week. series of varied events for Adult Learners' Week Admission/Enquiries: Free Huddersfield Lending Library Admission/Enquiries: Pam Riding 01484 222430 01484 221959/221960 ❑ WED 18 MAY 10.30AM-12NOON Rawthorpe and ❑ SAT 14 MAY 1.00PM-4.30PM Kirkburton Library, Dalton Library and Information Centre, 23-25 Ridgeway, Turnshaws Road, Kirkburton, HD8 0RT. WILD DRUGS: Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9QJ. ALLOTMENTS - ALW A TALK AND WALK ABOUT HEDGEROW MEDICINE Talk by Julian Faulkner on how to manage your Easy short walk and library talk Sue Salmon, local allotment or vegetable patch, including hints and tips on medical herbalist will be talking about the use of wild what to grow etc. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Booking plants. The talk will begin at 1pm and will promote the essential Rawthorpe Dalton Library, Information and book 'Wild Drugs' by Zoe Hawes.To be followed by an Children's Centre 01484 226622 easy walk which will finish by 4.30pm. ❑ WED 18 MAY 1.00PM-2.00PM Huddersfield Lending Admission/Enquiries: £2 including refreshments.

Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Advance booking only KirkburtonLibrary 01484 222701 Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. LOCAL Diane Green 07973315082 AUTHOR TALK Local author Colin Higgins takes a personal and idiosyncratic view of life through the eyes ❑ MON 16 MAY – THURS 19 MAY USUAL LIBRARY of a coarse fisherman. Admission/Enquiries: Free OPENING HOURS The Greenwood Centre (Library, Huddersfield Lending Library 01484 221959 Information and Childrens Centre), Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3JR. BITS - BASIC IT ❑ WED 18 MAY 7.30PM-9.15PM Huddersfield Methodist SESSIONS - ALW Sessions will be held during opening Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QA. hours all week offering basic support with IT. TALK AND SLIDE SHOW Annual Meeting of group Admission/Enqiries: Ravensthorpe Library 01924 followed by a talk. To the Tibetan Plateau by Tom 325040 Lawson Admission/Enquiries: Robert Haigh 01484 306863 07917676759 ❑ MON 16 MAY - THURS 19 MAY USUAL LIBRARY OPENING HOURS Thornhill Lees Library and ❑ THURS 19 MAY 10.00AM-1.00PM Heckmondwike Information Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Library, Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0LY. BITS Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. BITS - BASIC IT SESSIONS - BASIC IT SESSIONS - ALW Sessions offering basic ALW Sessions will be held during opening hours all support with IT. Admission/Enquiries: Heckmondwike week offering basic support with IT. Admission/Enqiries: Library 01924 325637 Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre 01924 324178 ❑ THURS 19 MAY 10.30AM-12NOON Golcar Library, Town End, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4QD. DIGITAL ❑ MON 16 MAY 10.30AM-12.30PM Rawthorpe and SWITCHOVER CAMPAIGN - ALW A drop in session Dalton Library and Information Centre, 23-25 Ridgeway, providing information regarding the TV digital switchover.

Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9QJ. SOCIAL MEDIA AND One of a series of varied events for Adult Learners' FACEBOOK TASTER SESSIONS Have a go with Week Admission/Enquiries: Free Golcar Library 01484 Facebook and twitter. Half an hour taster sessions.

222138 Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential.

Rawthorpe/Dalton Library and Information Centre ❑ THURS 19 MAY 7.30PM Holmfirth Civic Hall, 01484 226622 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS. THE UPPER HOLME VALLEY - ILLUSTRATED TALK Speaker ❑ MON 16 MAY 2.00PM-3.00PM Cleckheaton Library, Gordon Hallas Admission/Enquiries: £2.00 at the door Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. LOOKING BACK - NOSTAGLIC MOMENTS - ALW Join us for a ❑ SAT 21 MAY 10.00AM-2.00PMCleckheaton Library, look back into sights and sounds from the past, slide Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. show special memories and memorabilia WARHAMMER GAMES If you interested in Warhammer Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential. Games or just want to come along and try something Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 new then come along and join in the fun.

Admission/Enquiries: Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ TUES 17 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. ❑ MON 23 MAY 7.30PM Reception Room, Huddersfield BACK TO YOUR ROOTS - ALW Looking for something Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. to do? How about researching your family tree?

THE BUILDING STONES OF HUDDERSFIELD A talk Admission/Enquiries: Batley Library 01924 326021

by Alison Tymon of Huddersfield Geology Group.

Admission/Enquiries: Free to members of Huddersfield ❑ TUES 17 MAY 10.00AM-5.00PM Dewsbury Library, Local History Society £1.00 on the door to non-members Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 David Griffiths 01484 540309 8EQ. WORKLINK ADVICE SESSIONS - ALW Free advice about training, CV's and job seeking ❑ TUES 24 MAY 10.30AM Oakes Baptist Church, Baker Admission/Enquiries: Free Dewsbury Library 01924 Street, Oakes, Huddersfield, HD3 3ER. DO YOU 325080 REMEMBER THIS? Huddersfield Pennine Probus Club presents a talk by Mr Jeffrey Turner for retired men and ❑ TUES 17 MAY 10.30AM YMCA Sports and Social women Admission/Enquiries: Free. Arrive at 10.00am.

Club, Laund Hill, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 Talk to start 10.30am Oakes Baptist Church 01484 3XF. A TALK BY RODNEY PEARSON The Probus 461131 Club of Huddersfield present a talk by Rodney Pearson Admission/Enquiries: A Dutton 01484 517804 ❑ WED 25 MAY 10AM-12NOON Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, ❑ TUES 17 MAY 11.00AM-2.00PM Huddersfield Light HD1 2SU. COFFEE MORNING Coffee Morning and Talk Reading Room, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery,

by Alan Scott. All wecome. Admission/Enquiries: Free Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. A Event. Susan Mcallister 01484 221951 BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSE - ALW By Robert William of Huddersfield Astronomical Society ❑ MON 30 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Wilton Park, Bradford Admission/Enquiries: Huddersfield Lending Library Road, Batley, WF17 0AS. KIRKLEES MODEL BOAT 01484 221959/221960 CLUB Kirklees Model Boat Club event held at Wilton Park Batley Admission/Enquiries: Stan Reffin 01132 ❑ TUES 17 MAY, 1.00PM-5.00PM Cleckheaton Library, 675790 Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. FAMILY HISTORY WITH HUDDERSFIELD AND DISTRICT ❑ MON 30 MAY 12NOON-4.30PM Castle Hill and

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W H AT ’ S O N Victoria Tower, Off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD4 6TA. CASTLE HILL GEO DAY! Join us at Victoria Tower for geological activities for children including exhibitions of rocks, minerals and fossils and photographs showing the geology of West Yorkshire Bring your own rock, mineral and fossil specimens for identification! Lots of learning and play activities for children, especially those with an interest in dinosaurs! Free although admission charges to the Tower will apply. Admission/Enquiries: Julian Brown 07968426312 ❑ FRI 3 JUN 7.00PM 4A Railway Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1JP. THE LIFE OF MASSIVE STARS Talk by Dr Paul Crowther - from Sheffield University Admission/Enquiries: £1.50 members, £2 non-members including Coffee, Tea or soft drink Huddersfield Astronomical Society 01484 348754 ❑ TUES 7 JUN 10.30AM YMCA Sports and Social Club, Laund Hill, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 3XF. LITERARY LAKELAND The Probus Club of Huddersfield present 'Literary Lakeland' a talk by Margaret Curry Admission/Enquiries: A Dutton 01484 517804 ❑ SAT 11 & SUN 12 JUN 11.00AM-4.00PM Beaumont Park Visitor Centre, Beaumont Park, Huddersfield, HD4 7AY. BEAUMONT PARK PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Friends of Beaumont Park Photography Group Annual Exhibition in the visitor centre.

Admission/Enquiries: Free ❑ SAT 11 JUN 11.00AM-1.00PM Huddersfield Library, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. OPEN UNIVERSITY ADVICE SESSION Come along and talk to an Open University tutor about Open University courses you could take. ❑ MON 13 JUN - SUN 30 OCT USUAL MUSEUMS OPENING TIMES Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. HARD GRAFT - TERRY SUTTON Local illustrator and photographer Terry Sutton showcases his outstanding and detailed images of Yorkshire at work. This exhibition is accessible by stairs.

Admission/Enquiries: Tolson Memorial Museum 01484 223830 ❑ TUES 14 JUN 10.30AM Oakes Baptist Church, Baker Street, Oakes, Huddersfield, HD3 3ER. CHEMISTRY, COURTS AND CORPSES Huddersfield Pennine Probus Club presents a talk by Mr Tom Richardson for retired men and women Admission/Enquiries: Free. Arrive at 10.00am. Talk to start at 10:30am. Oakes Baptist Church 01484 461131 ❑ WED 15 JUN 7.30PM Huddersfield Methodist Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QA. MONTHLY MEETING Talk and slide show by the Rev Hugh Linn Admission/Enquiries: Entry Members £2 non members £3 ❑ TUES 21 JUN 10.30AM YMCA Sports and Social Club, Laund Hill, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 3XF. WHAT LOLA DID NEXT The Probus Club of Huddersfield present 'What Lola did next' a talk by Keith Bottom Admission/Enquiries: A Dutton 01484 517804 ❑ TUES 21 JUN 6.20PM The Bridge Pub, Woodhead Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2NQ. PENNINES' BOOK LAUNCH Book launch of HWG's new book! Come and celebrate the launch of this book, entirely written by local people. Focussing on life in 'The Pennines'...hear readings from the authors and have a chance to buy a first copy!Admission/Enquiries: Chris Longden 07944 979721 ❑ SAT 25 JUN – SAT 16 JUL USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. MOSAIC SHOWCASE MOSAIC is a thriving community arts organisation with charitable status which has been delivering arts and cultural initiatives in Batley Carr for over a decade. This exhibition will showcase work that the organisation has completed in collaboration with local schools throughout the past year. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Batley Art Gallery 01924 326021 ❑ SAT 25 JUN 3.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. WILF'' LUNN @ WYPW FROG MARTYRS AND OTHER STUFF An exhibition of the artwork of Wilf' Lunn: TV personality, inventor, writer, designer and cartoonist.

Admission/Enquiries: £3.00 Booking essential. www.wypw.org Louise Crosby 01924 497646 ❑ TUES 28 JUN 10.30AM Oakes Baptist Church, Baker Street, Oakes, Huddersfield, HD3 3ER. THE WEST YORKSHIRE LIEUTENANCY Huddersfield Pennine Probus Club present a talk by Mr Kevin Sharp for retired men and women Admission/Enquiries: Free. Arrive at 10.00am. Talk to start at 10.30am. Oakes Baptist Church 01484 461131

GET TOGETHERS AND SOCIAL DANCE ❑ EVERY WED 6.00PM-7.00PM & 7.00PM-8.00PM Spen Valley Sports College, Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LX. LET'S DANCE Let's Dance aims to make Ballroom and Latin dancing accessible, affordable, fun and easy to learn. We utilize carefully chosen community facilities and promote a non-intimidating, relaxed environment in all classes. Our unique, structured, easy to follow programme means that we can cater for all levels and abilities. Ever thought about learning to dance? Now there are no excuses!Admission/Enquiries: Gareth Hemingway 07773 673811 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY EXCEPT THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 8.00PM Old Golf House, New Hey Road,, Outlane, Huddersfield, HD3 3YP. HALIFAX & HUDDERSFIELD IVC INFORMAL CLUB NIGHT Halifax & Huddersfield IVC (social activities club) informal club night, every Wednesday except the first Wednesday of the month. New members welcome. ❑ EVERY THURS 8.00PM-9.00PM Rastrick High School, Field Top Lane, Rastrick, Brighouse, HD6 3XB. LET'S DANCE Let's Dance aims to make Ballroom and Latin dancing accessible, affordable, fun and easy to learn. We utilize carefully chosen community facilities and promote a non-intimidating, relaxed environment in all classes. Our unique, structured, easy to follow programme means that we can cater for all levels and abilities. Ever thought about learning to dance? Now there are no excuses!Admission/Enquiries: Gareth Hemingway 07773 673811 ❑ EVERY FRI 7.15PM-10.00PM Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse, HD6 2AX. WARING GREEN SEQUENCE DANCE CLUB Weekly modern sequence dance for all ages.

Admission/Enquiries: £2 inc tea and biscuits. Membership is £5 per year. Ramsden 01274 877611 ❑ TUES 26 & WED 27 APR 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. STREET AND BRAKEDANCE CAMP Street and breakdance camp for 3-13 year olds. This is a two day course. Admission/Enquiries: Booked £30/pay on day£40. Zoe Prince 014840484163 ❑ WED 27 APR 10AM-12NOON Huddersfield Library, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. COFFEE MORNING AND PLANT SWAP Coffee Morning and Plant Swap bring along a plant you no longer want and swap it for a different one. All welcome.

Admission/Enquiries: Free Susan Mcallister/ Michele Garside 01484 221951 ❑ FRI 29 APR 7.30PM Newsome Scout H.Q., Newsome Road South, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JJ. A RACE NIGHT EXTRAVAGANZA A fun packed social evening of horse racing, games, quizzes and general frivolity for all the family with a Royal Wedding flavour.

Everyone is welcome to join us, young and old, ancient and modern, for a good old-fashioned family night out. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £5.00 inc. Supper. Available from 01484 307189 or on the door Lynn Brooks 01484 605937 ❑ FRI 29 APR 11.00AM-7.00PM Netherton Moor Community Centre, Rowan Avenue, Netherton, Huddersfield, HD4 7WH. CHARITY EVENT Netherton Community Centre will be hosting the charity event.

Admission/Enquiries: Cerise Booth 01484 308371 ❑ VARIOUS TIMES AND LOCATIONS BUGGYMOVERS For mothers who have recently had a baby, want to get back into shape, prefer to exercise with others and keep their baby close by, then these sessions are for you. An hour long and all you need is a baby in a buggy, comfortable trainers or walking shoes. All levels of fitness are catered for and you work at your own pace with encouragement to increase.

Details visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/buggymovers Admission/Enquiries: £2 per session Gill Logan 01484 234097 ❑ SAT 7 MAY 2.00PM-6.30PM Blackley Baptist Church, Prospect View, Elland, HX5 0TD. WELSH HYMN SINGING FESTIVAL (CYMANFA GANU) Unique Yorkshire Welsh Hymn Singing Festival Sing, or just listen. Hymns mostly in Welsh, readings, prayers, introductions to hymns bilingual. The Revd. Philip Barnett leads, and Carey Williams accompanies the singing on the organ Admission/Enquiries: Yorkshire Welsh Hymn Singing Festival 01535 665829 07931 466810 ❑ THURS 2 JUN 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. STREET AND BREAKDANCEStreet and break dance camp. One day course for 3-13 year olds.

Admission/Enquiries: Booked-£15/Pay on door-£20 Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ SUN 5 JUN Kirklees Communities and Leisure, Stadium Business and Leisure Complex, Huddersfield, HD1 6PG. THE BIG LUNCH The Big Lunch is back for its third year, how will you get involved?

Admission/Enquiries: The Big Lunch 07713 069 672 ❑ SAT 18 JUN 7.30PM - 11.00PM Slaithwaite Community Centre, Bankgate, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5DH. ROYAL ASCOT RACE NIGHT FUNDRAISER Slaithwaite Community Association are hosting a race Night at the Community Centre. Funds raised will go towards Slaithwaite's Christmas Lights Fund. Admission/Enquiries: Alison Robson Room Bookings: 07713839576

LEISURE AND SPORT ❑ EVERY TUES & WED UNTIL 27 APR 7.00PM-10.00PM Dewsbury Town Hall Council Chamber, Dewsbury Town Hall, Wakefield Old Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8DG. DEWSBURY BRIDGE CLUB Dewsbury Bridge Club welcomes new members.Admission/Enquiries: Members £2.50 Non-members £3 Tony Johnson 01924 383091 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 4.00PM-7.00PM & SATURDAYS 10.00AM-2.00PM (EXCLUDING BANK HOLIDAYS) @ CROW NEST PARK Crow Nest Park, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2SG. PLAY WILD - WED & SAT playing on the adventure playground, arts & crafts, den building, natural crafts, games for children and young people aged 8-13yrs.Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 4.30PM-6.00PM Crawshaw Street Playing Fields, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3ER. PLAY RAVENSTHORPE Providing open access play opportunities for children and young people aged 8-12yrs (Multi court).Admission/Enquiries: Free Yusuf Pandor 07855828183 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 5.00PM-6.00PM Crow Nest Park, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2SG. OUTREACH CROW NEST PARK - WEDNESDAYSMulit sports, games, competitions, coaching, accreditation for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 6.30PM-8.00PM The Community Science College at Thornhill, Valley Drive, Thornhill, Dewsbury, WF12 0HE. OUTREACH THORNHILL LEES Multi sports, games, competitions, coaching, accreditation for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Tahir Ashraf 01924 325124 ❑ EVERY THURSDAY 4.00PM-6.00PM London Park, Mirfield, WF14 0LN. MOBILE UNIT LONDON PARK ESTATE - THURSDAYS Open Access Mobile Unit - Information, Advice & Guidance, Arts & Crafts, Internet Access Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY THURDAY 4.00PM-6.00PM London Park, Mirfield, WF14 0LN. PLAY WILD - THURSDAYS Playing on the adventure playground, arts & crafts, den building, natural crafts, games for children and young people aged 8-13yrs Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 5.00PM-6.30PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) & EVERY THURSDAY 4.30PM-5.30PM Earlsheaton Park, Earlsheaton, Dewsbury, WF12 8AQ. OUTREACH EARLSHEATON - MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS Multi sports, games, competitions, coaching, accreditation for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY THURSDAY 6.00PM-7.00PM The Community Science College at Thornhill, Valley Drive, Thornhill, Dewsbury, WF12 0HE. OUTREACH THORNHILL TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE THURSDAYS Football session for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ UNTIL THURSDAY 28 APR 6.00PM-8.00PM Thornhill Lees Community Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. OPEN ACCESS SESSIONS Monday 6-8pm - Seniors (13-19 yrs) Thursday 6-8pm - Juniors (8-13 years) Admission/Enquiries: Thornhill Lees Community Centre 01924 468053 ❑ EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY 7.30PM-8.30PM Your Health Club, New Hey Road, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 3XF. ZUMBA CLASSES Zumba is a latin inspired dance fitness class suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. Admission/Enquiries: Off Peak & Non-Members £4.50 per class Lesley Turner 01484 646506 ❑ UNTIL FRI 29 APR RING FOR TIMES Thornhill Lees Community Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. GIRLS FOOTBALL Friday evenings (11+) - please ring further details Admission/Enquiries: Thornhill Lees Community Centre 01924 468053 ❑ EVERY FRIDAY 10:45AM-12:15PM TERM TIME ONLY The Nerve Centre, 2nd Floor, Standard House, Half Moon Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2JF. WEEKLY YOGA CLASS A weekly yoga class for people with

W H AT ’ S O N ME/CFS and similar health problems. After Easter 2011 the class is moving to Thursdays 2.00pm - 3:30pm Admission/Enquiries: £5.00 per class. Stella Jones 01484 714703 07918 611490 ❑ EVERY FRIDAY 7.00PM-9.00PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) St John Fisher Catholic High School, Oxford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4LL. OUTREACH MIDNIGHT SOCCER - FRIDAYS Football competition for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ SUN 17 APR Marie Curie Cancer Care (Head Office Address), Supporter Services Team, 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP. PEAK DISTRICT RAMBLE - FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR MARIE CURIE Now in its tenth year, this ten mile circular hike, gives walkers the opportunity to explore the stunning and diverse landscapes of the Peak District. Taking in the spectacular views around the magnificent Iron Age settlement of Mam Tor, the route offers a challenging hike to both novice and experienced walkers alike Admission/Enquiries: £10 Marie Curie Cancer Care (01604) 442318 ❑ SUN 17 APR 12NOON-5.00PM Huddersfield YMCA Sports and Social Club, Laund Hill, New Hey Road, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield, HD3 3XF. THE LARGEST EGG AND SPOON RACE A family fun day with one major difference, it will attempt to break the world record for 'The Largest Egg and Spoon Race'. ❑ EVERY SUNDAY 5.00PM-7.00PM Moorside Community, Moorside Avenue, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury, WF13 4QW. MOBILE UNIT DEWSBURY MOOR - SUNDAYS Open Access Mobile Unit Information, Advice & Guidance, Arts & Crafts, Internet Access Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ MON 18 & TUES 19 APR 10.00AM-3.00PM Almondbury Sports Centre, Fernside Avenue, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD5 8PQ. MULTI-SPORTS AT ALMONDBURY SPORTS CENTRE Football, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby, cricket and netball for girls and boys (8-13 yrs) Admission/Enquiries: Paul Cummins 01484 234093 07976 194239 ❑ EVERY MONDAY UNTIL 26 DECEMBER 10.00AM Mirfield Tennis Club, Mirfield Memorial Ground Park, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 9DA. BACK TO TENNIS Mirfield Tennis Club is re-launching its popular 'Back to Tennis' sessions for the general public on Monday mornings. Admission/Enquiries: £4 (£3 for pensioners and the unwaged) Simon Newton 01924 515311 07952 821686 ❑ MON 18 & TUES 19 APR 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. GYMNASTICS CAMP This gymnastics camp is for 3-13 year olds, it is a two day course.

Admission/Enquiries: Booked £30/pay on day £40 Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ MON 18 - THURS 21 APR 11.00AM-3.00PM Boothroyd Junior and Infant School, Temple Road, Dewsbury, WF13 3QD. MULTI-SPORTS AT BOOTHROYD JUNIOR SCHOOL Football, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby, cricket and netball for girls and boys (8-13 yrs).

Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential. Neil Jones 01484 234093 ❑ DAILY MON 18 - FRI 29 APR, MON-FRI: 11AM-4PM; SAT-SUN: 12NOON-4PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. EASTER ''QUIZZLE'' TRAIL Admission/Enquiries: Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ MON 18 & MON 25 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS - RAVENSKNOWLE PARK Join the family fun in the parks with quizzes and activities. Admission/Enquiries: Ravensknowle Park 07814 387420 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 4.00PM-6.00PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) Chickenley Community Centre, Princess Road, Chickenley, Dewsbury, WF12 8QT. CHICKENLEY JUNIOR YOUTH CLUB - MONDAYS Providing open access play opportunities for children and young people aged 8-12yrs Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 4.00PM-5.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. JUNIOR GIANTS CLARET CHEERLEADING CLASS Junior giants claret cheerleading classes. Age 3-10 year olds.

Admission/Enquiries: £17.50 per month Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 5.00PM-6.30PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) Earlsheaton Park, Earlsheaton, Dewsbury, WF12 8AQ.PLAY EARLSHEATON - MONDAYS Providing open access play opportunities for children and young people aged 8-12yrs Admission/Enquiries: Free Yusuf Pandor 07855828183 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 5.00PM-6.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. JUNIOR GIANTS GOLD CHEERLEADING CLASSES Junior giants gold cheerleading classes 3-10 year olds.

Admission/Enquiries: £17.50 per month Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 6.00PM-7.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. INTER GIANTS CLARET CHEERLEADING CLASSES Inter giants claret cheerleading classes 11-16 year olds.

Admission/Enquiries: £17.50 per month Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 6.45PM-8.45PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) Holroyd Park, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3BE. OUTREACH RAVENSTHORPE - MONDAYS Mulit sports, games, competitions, coaching, accreditation for 13-19yr olds Admission/Enquiries: Free Young People's Service 01924 324558 ❑ TUES 19 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Crow Nest Park, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2SG. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS CROW NEST PARK Join the family fun in the parks with quizzes and activities. Admission/Enquiries: Crow Nest Park 07966 455890 ❑ EVERY TUESDAY 4.00PM-6.00PM (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) Arena Youth Centre, Moorlands Road, Off Boothroyd Lane, Dewsbury, WF13 2LF. PLAY WILD OPEN ACCESS PLAY SESSION Fun play based activities available that include -Games, Multi sports, Den building, Jewellery Making, Painting, Arts and Crafts and Parachute games, Plus visits to the new adventure playground. YOUNG PEOPLE MUST BE AGED 8 - 12YRS Admission/Enquiries: Laura Whiteley 01924 325128 07866 486297 ❑ EVERY TUESDAY UNTIL 26 APR 4.00PM-6.00PM Thornhill Lees Community Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. GIRLS GROUP For girls aged 8-19 yrs.

Admission/Enquiries: Thornhill Lees Community Centre 01924 468053 ❑ WED 20 & THURS 21 APR 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. CHEERLEADING CAMP Cheerleading camp for 3-13 year olds. This is a two day course.

Admission/Enquiries: Booked £30/Pay on day £40 Zoe Prince 014840484163 ❑ WED 20 & WED 27 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS GREENHEAD PARK Join the family fun in the parks with quizzes and activities. Admission/Enquiries: Greenhead Park 07814387426

❑ WED 20 & THURS 21 APR 1.00PM-4.00PM Hall Bower Cricket Club, Hall Bower Lane, Hall Bower, Huddersfield, HD4 6RN. CRICKET AT HALL BOWER CRICKET CLUB For girls and boys (8-13 yrs) Admission/Enquiries: Free admission but booking essential Paul Cummins 01484 234093 ❑ THURS 21 & THURS 28 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Wilton Park, Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 0AS. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS - WILTON PARK Join the family fun in the parks with quizzes and activities. Admission/Enquiries: Wilton Park 01924 420225 07814 387415 ❑ SUN 24 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Beaumont Park, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield, HD4 7BQ. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS - BEAUMONT PARK Easter fun with egg rolling, quiz and other activities - weather permitting. Admission/Enquiries: Beaumont Park 07814 387420 ❑ SUN 24 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. FREE EASTER FUN IN THE PARKS GREENHEAD PARK Special Easter fun with egg rolling down hills, quizzes and the chance to decorate Easter hats Admission/Enquiries: Free Greenhead Park 07814387426 ❑ SUN 24 APR 7.00PM (FILM START 7.30PM) Holmfirth Picturedrome, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA. SUNDAY NIGHT FILMS AT THE PICTUREDROME Holmfirth Film Festival presents the return of Sunday night films at The Picturedrome. Admission/Enquiries: £4 Stephen Dorril 01484 681388 ❑ TUES 26 & WED 27 APR 10.00AM-3.00PM Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5SP. HALF TERM SPORTS ACTIVTIES FOR KIDS Multi sport activity days at Colne Valley Specialist Arts College for children aged 5-12.

Admission/Enquiries: £10 per day or £15 for 2 days Paul Quinn 01422310399 07725315590 ❑ TUES 26 & WED 27 APR 10.00AM-3.00PM Westmoor Junior School, Church Lane, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury, WF13 4EW. MULTI-SPORTS AT WESTMOOR JUNIOR SCHOOL Football, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby, cricket and netball for girls and boys (8-13 yrs) Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential. Neil Jones 01484 234093 ❑ THURS 28 APR 11.00AM-3.00PM Westmoor Junior School, Church Lane, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury, WF13 4EW. ATHLETICS CAMP AT WESTMOOR This session covers the hurdling, sprinting, jumping and throwing disciplines of Athletics. Girls & Boy's 8 - 13 years. Please bring appropriate clothing and refreshments. Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential. Neil Jones 01484 234093 07528 252308 ❑ FRI 29 APR 11.00AM-3.00PM Westmoor Junior School, Church Lane, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury, WF13 4EW. GIRLS ACTIVE A mix of SHOKK Combat, Cheerleading and Dance for girls 9 - 16 years.

Admission/Enquiries: Neil Jones 01484 234093 ❑ FRI 29 APR 8.00PM St John Fisher Catholic High School, Oxford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4LL. MIDNIGHT SOCCER' TOURNAMENT A regular Friday evening six-a-side football tournament held on the all-weather pitch (3g astro turf) at St.John Fishers Catholic High School in Dewsbury, Admission/Enquiries: Neil Jones 01484 234093 07528 252308 ❑ FRI 6 MAY 7.30AM-1.30PM Bradley Park Golf Club, Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield, HD2 1PZ. PLAY GOLF TO COMBAT STRESS Take part in Fourball and single Stableford competitions on one of the finest municipal golf courses in the North of England with proceeds going to The Mayor's of Kirklees charity appeal Combat Stress. To book a tee time contact Course Professional Parnell Reilly (details below) Admission/Enquiries: Entry fee £25 per person or £45 per pair.

Parnell Reilly 01484 223772 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 1.00PM-4.00PM Birkby Fartown Library and Information Centre, Wasp Nest Road, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD1 6HA. FAMILY FUN DAY An afternoon of fun with a health and well-being theme. Admission/Enquiries: Birkby and Fartown Library and Information Centre 01484 223098 ❑ FRI 20 MAY 11.15AM-12NOON Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. CHAIR BASED CIRCUIT SESSION An easy to follow chair based session working on everyday movements with breaks for stretching and relaxation designed to improve your heart, lungs, muscles, joints - the benefits are endless.

Admission/Enquiries: £2 per session Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 ❑ TUES 31 MAY 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. l GYMNASTICS Gymnastics for 3-13 year oldsAdmission/Enquiries: Booked £15/Pay on day £20 Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ SUN 5 JUN 10.00AM Marsden Conservative Club, Victoria Street, Marsden, Huddersfield, HD7 6DF. THE 2ND MARSDEN 10 MILE CHALLENGE A circular route around the Colne Valley. Walk run or jog this fabulous course. Admission/Enquiries: Entry free £10 to include post event refreshments. Under 16s free with responsible adult.

Sharon Topham 01484 658173 ❑ SAT 25 & SUN 26 JUN Hollingsworth Lake, Littleborough, OL15 0AQ. MEGA HIKE - TEAMS WANTED MEGAHIKE is one of the toughest team challenge in the UK and in no circumstances should it be under estimated! This monster hike is set in the heart of the Pennines and will begin at day break on the 25th June 2011 from Hollingworth Lake in Littleborough. The route will allow you to witness some of the most stunning scenery the North has to offer, but please be assured it will test you and your team both physically and mentally as you trek along sections of the 'backbone of England' the Pennine Way. Admission/Enquiries: MEGA HIKE Team 0800 0461 302

MUSIC ❑ EVERY THURS 5.30PM-7.00PM & 7.15PM-8.45PM (AGES 14-17 ONLY) Ricky's School of Rock, Unit 107 Colne Valley Business Park, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QG. ROCKJAM 2011 - THURSDAYS Places Are Rare As Hen's Teeth! Book Now To Avoid DisappointmentAdmission/Enquiries: Kerry Comiskey 01484 846838 ❑ FRI 15 APR 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. EDDI READER This Scottish singer songwriter is one of the United Kingdom's most exhilarating performers. She brings to the LBT an evening of songs from her much anticipated new album TINDERHEART. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £18 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ STARTS SAT 2 APR 10.00AM-12NOON (10 WEEK COURSE) Ricky's School of Rock, Unit 107 Colne Valley Business Park, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QG. BEGINNERS GUITAR COURSE JUNIOR Register your place now! A 10 week course in acoustic or electric guitar, which will future proof your guitar playing. Learn the most efficient way to get to grips with the guitar, learn classic riffs and

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Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £13 on the door, concessions & advance £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SUN 17 APR 7.00PM 'REQUESTS & DEDICATIONS', THE SPRING CONCERT OF HEPWORTH'S 2011 SERIES TAKES St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 2RD. REQUESTS & DEDICATIONS Requests & Dedications', the Spring concert of Hepworth's 2011 series. The concert provides an opportunity for concertgoers to request and dedicate the music to be performed by the band. The programme will be chosen from music requested with the performance dedicated to a friend, family member, loved one or just a treat for yourself. If you'd like to make a request, you can email the band, secretary@hepworthband.com Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 Steve Hopwood 07828 120929 ❑ EVERY MONDAY 7.30PM-9.30PM (10 WEEK COURSE - STARTING 28TH MARCH) Ricky's School of Rock, Unit 107 Colne Valley Business Park, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QG. RIFFMASTERS ADULT (14+) Starting 28 March. Choc full o' riffs. Real guitar hero stuff. Classic guitar riffs and nothing else. No theory.If you can read tab then this is for you. Lets see how many riffs we can crank out in a session.

Admission/Enquiries: £160 For The Course, Can Be Paid Over 2 Or 3 Instalments.Kerry Comiskey 01484 846838 ❑ TUE 19 APR 7.00PM-9.15PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. HUDDERSFIELD ROTARY CLUB PRESENTS A MUSICAL EVENING FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Featuring New Mill Male Voice Choir & The Lindley Band. Admission by ticket only. A collection will be made during the interval. Admission/Enquiries: Free available from Visitor Information Office. Huddersfield Town Hall Booking Office 01484 223200 ❑ EVERY TUESDAY 7.15PM-9.15PM (10 WEEK COURSE - STARTS 29TH MARCH) Ricky's School of Rock, Unit 107 Colne Valley Business Park, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QG. BEGINNERS GUITAR COURSE - ADULT Register your place now! A 10 week course in acoustic or electric guitar, which will have you playing songs inno time. Learn the most efficient way to get to grips with the guitar, learn the secret chords only the pros know! Learn how to navigate the fretboard easily.Admission/Enquiries: £160 For The Course, Can Be Paid Over 2 Or 3 Instalments.Kerry Comiskey 01484 846838 ❑ FRI 22 APR 7.30PM Hanging Heaton Ebenezer Methodist Church, High Street, Hanging Heaton, Batley, WF17 6DU. THE CRUCIFIXION The Crucifixion' by John Stainer will be performed by Dewsbury Concert Society. Admission/Enquiries: Free ❑ FORTNIGHTLY FROM TUES 26 APR 8.30PM Batley Carr Working Mens Club & Institute, David Lane, Mill Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2HN. BATLEY CARR SOCIAL CLUB Winners of the National Music Club of the Year (2006). A night of live music, entertainment and dancing, the sounds of the 40's/50's - the swing era of Sinatra/Tony Bennett, with Eddie Martell and the Reg Hargreaves Quartet. An intimate nightclub atmosphere.

Bar snacks available. Admission/Enquiries: £2.50 on the door. Batley Carr Working Mens Club & Institute 01924 461242 ❑ TUES 3 MAY 7.30PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 2RD. POP DIRECTED ENSEMBLES Final performances from this year's a cappella pop choir and our South Asian Arts group. See our website for full details of this week's band performances. Admission/Enquiries: Full: £7.50, Concession: £5.00, Students: £3.00, Music Students: Free. Book Online: www.store.hud.ac.uk Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ SAT 7 MAY 10.00AM George Hotel, St Georges Square, Huddersfield, HD1 1JA. RECORD AND CD FAIR Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £2.00 Bernard McMylor 01457 854851 ❑ THURS 12 - SAT 14 MAY 7.30PM St Mary's Social Club and Parochial Hall, Melton Street, Crossbank, Batley, WF17 8PT. OLD TIME MUSIC HALL Welcome to the 'Old Time Music Hall'. Come along and listen (and join in and sing along to) favourite well known Music Hall songs. If you really want to get into the spirit of the evening come in costume. All admission money from first night to go the Batley Mencap and West Yorkshire Forget Me Not trust. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £4.00 from 01924 478394, Steve Walker or any Theatre Group Member, St Mary's Hall / Social Club and Batley Resource centre. ❑ SECOND SAT IN EVERY MONTH 2.30PM Penistone Paramount, Shrewsbury Road, Penistone, S36 6DY.

PENISTONE CINEMA ORGAN TRUST - ORGAN CONCERTS 2011 All concerts are on the 4 manual 1937 Compton Cinema Pipe Organ installed at the Penistone Paramount. Admission/Enquiries: Pennine Cinema organ Trust 07944 566972 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 7.30PM-11.45PM St Paulinus Parochial Hall, High Street, Westtown, Dewsbury, WF13 4PU. TURK'S HEAD ROCK CLUB NIGHT A tribute and reunion for one of the most influential Rock night clubs in West Yorkshire, featuring all the classic rock music from the 1970s/80s Admission/Enquiries: £3.00 Ken Senior 01924452680 07747681377 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE SNAKE DAVIS BAND Well established as one of Britain's leading saxophonists with an international reputation, Snake Davis needs no introduction to a jazz audience. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £13 on the door / concessions advance £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 11.00AM Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. PIANO AND KEYBOARD PIT-STOP Fun educational learning for adults and children with local piano teacher Suzette French. Admission/Enquiries: Free Huddersfield Junior Library 01484 221956 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 7.30PM Halifax Minster, Causway, Halifax, HX1 1QL. HALIFAX SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERTS Halifax Symphony Orchestra Concert Season 2010 / 11. Theme; Heros including Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance and the Redetsky March. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £5 available on the night or in advance from Fred Wade Bookshop, Rawson Street, Halifax or via the website.

Vicki Biggs 07515 052690 ❑ SATURDAY 21 MAY, 7.30PM Holmfirth Holy Trinity Parish Church, Towngate, Holmfirth, HD9 1HA. CLASSICS AND CAKE Honley Ladies Choir, renowned for their popular cabaret style concerts, now extend their repertoire and present a programme of well-loved classical music. They will be joined by guest soloists Emily Reaves, who is also the Choir's Musical Director, highly regarded local soprano Stephanie Ball and an orchestra for this evening's entertainment.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets which include refreshments, £8.00 Concessions £6.00. Available from www.honleyladies.co.uk or on the door Lynn Brooks 01484 605937 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 7.30PM St John the Divine, Gooder Lane, Rastrick, HD6 1HT. ORCHESTRAL SPRING CONCERT Concert peformed by the Paddock Orchestra. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6.00 J Gooden 01484 661196 ❑ THURS 26 MAY 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. KIRSTY MCGEE & THE HOBOPOP COLLECTIVE Twice nominated for BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Kirsty McGee has been recording and touring to critical acclaim since her debut in 2002. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10 / concessions £8 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ FRI 3 JUN 10.00AM-2.00PM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. MUSICAL THEATRE Musical theatre camp. One day course for 3-13 year olds. Admission/Enquiries: Booked-£15/Pay on day-£20 Zoe Prince 01484 484163 ❑ SUN 5 JUN 1.30PM-4.00PM Beaumont Park, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield, HD4 7BQ. PROMS AND PICNIC IN THE PARK Bring a picnic and enjoy music with the Lindley Band. Tea room open 1.30pm-4pm. Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Friends of Beaumont Park 01484 645217 ❑ FRI 17 JUN 7.30PM-10.00PM Huddersfield Elim Church, Grace Centre, 23 St John's Road, Huddersfield, HD1 5BW. CLIFF........AS IF Uk's number one Cliff tribute act in aid of Hand to Mouth charity working in schools throughout Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield. Admission/Enquiries: £5 Margaret Redfearn 07905112345 ❑ SAT 18 JUN 7.00PM Huddersfield Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. A FEAST OF MALE SINGING Colne Valley Boys present a feast of Male Voice singing with special guests, Colne Valley Male Voice Choir. The concert will consist of performances by both choirs and a number of joint items. Both groups are under the direction of Thom Meredith and accompanied by Keith Swallow (CVMVC) & Chris Pulleyn (CVB). Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £7 available from Bolster Moor Farm Shop, Slaithwaite Conservative Club (Monday nights 5.45pm till 7 pm), any choir member or ring 01484 658188. Accompanied children under 16 Free. Linda Houston 01484 658188 ❑ THURS 23 JUN - TUES 2 JUL 7.30PM Dewsbury Arts Group Studio Theatre, Lower Peel Street, Bradford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2EW. INTO THE WOODS Sondheim's celebrated musical based on well known fairy tale characters, presented by Dewsbury Arts Group.Admission/Enquiries: Bookings 01924 465647 David Fletcher 01924 468464

OUTDOOR EVENTS AND FESTIVALS ❑ SAT 16 & SUN 17 APR Marsden Visitor Information (Marsden Information Point), Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. CUCKOO FESTIVAL Join the community celebrations to welcome the return of the cuckoo and spring. Wide range of events in Marsden village including family fun, music, dance, craft fair and duck race. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 16 APR – MON 2 MAY USUAL MUSEUM OPENING TIMES Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. TOLSON GRAND EASTER EGG HUNT Fun for all the

family and a chance to win and egg-sotic treat.

Admission/Enquiries: Free Tolson Memorial Museum 01484 223830 ❑ UNTIL SAT 16 APR 12NOON-4.00PM Wakefield Bus Station, Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AZ. CAR BOOT SALE Weekly Car Boot Sale - Books, videos, dvds, records, toys, bric-a-brac, DIY, collectables.

Admission/Enquiries: Wakefield Council 0845 8 506506 ❑ EVERY SUNDAY 7.30AM-12NOON Dewsbury Market, Cloth Hall Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1QE. DEWSBURY CAR 'BOOTLESS' SALE One of the best car boot markets in the region. The sales take place on the open market stalls. If you would like space at the market, arrive from 7am and find an empty stall. Empty your car boot contents on to the stall and start selling!

Daily rent is £12.30 Admission/Enquiries: Daily rent £12.30 Head Office 01484 223730 ❑ THIRD SUNDAY EVERY MONTH 8.00AM-2.00PM Holmfirth Market Hall, Huddersfield Road, Hollowgate, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. HOLMFIRTH FARMERS MARKET The very best of fresh local produce, local meats, fresh fruit & vegetables, breads, cheeses, cakes, jams, honey and much more. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ FRI 22 - TUES 26 APR 10.00AM-5.00PM Kirklees Light Railway, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, HD8 9XJ. EASTER EGGSPRESS Come along and join in the fun with the Easter Bunny at the Kirklees Light Railway!

Catch the train to the adventure playground at Shelley, where the Easter bunny will be waiting for you to join him in the hunt for Eastereggs. Every child will receive one chocolate egg and if you find the special Golden egg you will win a prize!Admission/Enquiries: Fare £6.50-£8.50 Richard Shaw 01484 865727 ❑ SUNDAY 24 APRIL 2011, 10AM - 2PM. Marsden Moor Estate Office, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. EASTER EGG HUNT Join our Easter egg hunt, starting at the National Trust office in Marsden. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ SUN 24 & MON 25 APR 11.00AM-5.00PM Delph House Farm, High Flatts, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, HD8 8XY. YUMMY YORKSHIRE EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA For a fun-filled family Easter, why not visit Yummy Yorkshire Ice Cream Company in Denby Dale this year? On Easter Sunday, race the clock in an Easter Egg Hunt in aid of Kirkwood Hospice or come along on Easter Monday to take part in a colouring competition hosted by Yummy Yorkshire's mascot, Camilla the Cow. On both days there will also be a bouncy castle and the milking parlour will be opened up at 3pm for those interested in finding out more about where milk comes from.Admission/Enquiries: Louise Holmes 01226 762551 ❑ SUN 24 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Beaumont Park, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield, HD4 7BQ. EASTER FUN QUIZ Fun quiz in the Park with Diane Clifford Park Warden. Kevin Kitchen on guitar in the depot area. Tea Room open for refreshments 1.30pm-4pm. Admission/Enquiries: Friends of Beaumont Park 01484 645217 ❑ SAT 30 APR - MON 2 MAY & SAT 4 & SUN 5 JUN 10.030AM-4.00PM Shepley Bridge Marina, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 9HR. SAFE ANCHOR TRUST OPEN DAYS Open Days with Free boat trips and Light Refreshments.

Admission/Enquiries: Les Moss 01484 715572 07929003281 FRI 6 ❑ FRI 6 - SUN 8 MAY VARIOUS TIMES Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre, 49-51 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JP. HOLMFIRTH FESTIVAL OF FOLK Every year at the beginning of May, Holmfirth hosts the Festival of Folk. The festival, great fun for all the family, maintains the best of local folk traditions. Promoting young and emerging talent whether local, national or international has been part of the festival since it began and this year's line-up is no different, including Ellen & the Escapades, who won Glastonbury Festival's emerging talent competition in 2010 and Fairport Convention, hailed as the originators of British folk-rock music. Admission/Enquiries: Holmfirth festival of folk general enquiries 07841 646308. www.holmfirthfestivaloffolk .co.uk ❑ EVERY FIRST SATURDAY IN MONTH 9.00AM-1.00PM St John's Car Park, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RF. CLECKHEATON FARMERS MARKET The market offers the very best of local produce to discerning customers who would like to know where, when and how the foods are grown or produced. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 11.00AM START (REGISTRATION 10AM) Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. HEROES HIKE, SATURDAY 14TH MAY @ OAKWELL HALL The Heroes Hike is part of National Children's Hospice Week (May 14th - 21st) to raise funds and awareness for children's hospices throughout the UK. Admission/Enquiries: 01484 487570 ❑ FRI 20 - SUN 22 MAY VARIOUS TIMES Shepley Spring Festival Site, Shepley Cricket Club (and other venues), Entrance between 78 and 80 Marsh Lane, Shepley, HD8 8AP. SHEPLEY SPRING FESTIVAL Family friendly celebration of music and the arts.

Admission/Enquiries: Shepley Spring Festival 01484 604704. www.shepleyspringfestival.com ❑ SAT 21 - SAT 28 MAY VARIOUS TIMES Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre, 49-51 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JP. HOLMFIRTH FILM FESTIVAL Series of free events celebrating film, with workshops, film shows, talks and special guests.

Admission/Enquiries: holmfirthfilmfestival.co.uk ❑ SAT 21 MAY Kirkwood Hospice, 21 Albany Road, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9UY. SPRING FAIR Annual fair, includes stalls and kitchen in the marquee.

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Team 01484 557911 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 9.00AM-5.00PM Foundry Street, Dewsbury Town Hall, Dewsbury, WF13 1QP. FIERY FOOD MARKET The Fiery Food Market is taking place for the first year, alongside the existing Real Ale Festival in Dewsbury Town Centre. The food market will be sited adjacent to Dewsbury Market, one of the busiest and largest open markets in the North of England with cookery demonstrations and entertainment throughout the day. The Fiery Food Market is part of a longer term event development plan to create a Food & Drink festival in Dewsbury with a nationally attended Chilli Festival planned for 2012.

Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ SUN 22 MAY 10.00AM-3.00PM Marsden Moor Estate Office, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. SPRING FAIR A huge array of plants, local food and fun activities for all the family next to the Marsden Moor Estate Office. Free entry.

Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ THURS 26 - SUN 29 MAY 9.00AM-5.30PM (FROM 10AM ON SUNDAY) New Street, Huddersfield Town Centre, Huddersfield, HD1 2BQ. FRENCH MARKET The French Market will bring the town centre alive with its unique display of colour, vibrancy and bustle, and its fabulous variety of authentic quality produce from across Europe. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Head Office 01484 223730 ❑ EVERY FRIDAY 3 JUN - 9 SEP 11.00AM-2.00PM Marsden Moor Estate Office, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. YARD PLANT SALES The Marsden Moor Estate yard next to the railway station will be open every Friday throughout the summer for plant sales. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 11 - SUN 26 JUN VARIOUS TIMES & VENUES Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre, 49-51 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JP. HOLMFIRTH ARTS FESTIVAL Music, theatre, art, comedy and literature events spanning 16 days across the small town of Holmfirth. Admission/Enquiries: Holmfirth Arts Festival general enquiries info@holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk ❑ WED 15 JUN – WED 7 SEP 10.00AM-4.00PM Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS Two separate one day courses to teach you all the basics of digital photography. Take inspiration from the museum's atmospheric setting or from nature in the surrounding park. Please bring your own camera. Admission/Enquiries: Cost: £25. Please bring a packed lunch. Please contact Tolson on 01484 223830 ❑ FRI 17 – SUN 19 JUN VARIOUS TIMES Harden Moss Sheepdog Trials Site, Greenfield Road (A635), Holmfirth, HD9 3XF. HARDEN MOSS SHEEPDOG TRIALS Famous sheepdog trials with displays, trade stalls and a parade. Admission/Enquiries: Helen Jubb 01484 684222 ❑ SUN 19 JUN 10.00AM-3.00PM Huddersfield Open Market, Brook Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1RX. JUNE FAIR 50+ charities and voluntary organisations will be selling a wide range of goods from antiques and bric a brac to cakes and books to help raise funds. Lots of bargains + Brass Band, Wurlitzer Organ and lots more.

Admission/Enquiries: Peter Bottomley 01484 656346 ❑ SAT 25 JUN 11.00AM-4.00PM Huddersfield Fire Station, Outcote Bank, Huddersfield, HD1 2JT. HUDDERSFIELD FIRE STATION ANNUAL OPEN DAY Huddersfield Fire Station will be holding their annual open day for all the family There will be an extrication demonstration, aerial appliance displays, chip pan fire display, face painting, refreshments, childrens activities and lots more stalls and activities for all the family to enjoy. Admission/Enquiries: Jean Gledhill 01484 551800 ❑ SAT 25 JUN 12NOON-6.00PM Deighton Centre, Deighton Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1JP. DEIGHTON CARNIVAL 2011 This local community carnival is celebrating its 10th anniversary and promises a great fun day for the whole family.

Admission/Enquiries: Howard Belafonte 01484 234216 / 07748 459505 ❑ SAT 25 JUN 1.00PM-5.00PM Fernlea Playing Fields, Behind Black Bull Pub, 50 West Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JT.LINDLEY CARNIVAL The fun of the fair is rolling into Lindley in the last weekend of June. Admission/Enquiries: Cllr Cahal Burke 01484 643953 ❑ SUN 26 JUN 10.30AM-4.30PM Birkdale High School, Wheelwright Drive, Dewsbury, WF13 4JB. ANSAAR WOMEN'S UNITY SPORTS & FUN DAY Come along and enjoy a fun filled day with many different fun activities. Something for all, stalls, sports, fun activities and much more. Competition and stalls forms can be downloaded from:www.ansaar.org.uk Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Ebrahim Jogee 07793 841 749 ❑ SUN 26 JUN 1.00PM-4.00PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. GARDEN OF DELIGHTS'' EVENT Discover the enchanting 1830s Red House Garden at this delightful family event. Fun for all the family with Costumed Characters in the garden, Musical entertainment, Archery with the Nova Bowmen (small charge), Croquet and 19th Century games, Children's Craft Activities, Herbal Crafts, Plant Stalls, Garden Displays and Trails.

Access to some activities by stairs only Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Red House Museum 01274 335100

STAGE AND THEATRE ❑ MON 11 - WED 13 APR 7.00PM-10.00PM Cleckheaton Town Hall, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton,

W H AT ’ S O N BD19 3RH. HALF A SIXPENCE The musical Half a Sixpence will be given by the Youth Section of Buttershaw St. Paul's Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices 01484 223200/222444 or 01924 324501 ❑ THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH 7.00PM-8.00PM Mirfield Trinity Methodist Church Schoolroom, Trinity Street, Mirfield, WF14 8AD. MONTHLY ACTIVITIES Q' Trinity Drama Group meets once a month for activities associated with the stage and to plan future productions. All ages are welcome but juniors must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission/Enquiries: Rosemary Raine 01924 525183 ❑ THURS 14 – SAT 16 APR 7.30PM Church Centre, Stones Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5PD. LINTHWAITE METHODIST PLAYERS PRESENTS 'SAND CASTLES' Sand Castles, performed by Linthwaite Methodist Players is a gentle comedy, and is

by Bob Larbey, a well known drama writer, having co-written many comedy series for television, including The Good Life, Please Sir and Ever Decreasing Circles.

Admission/Enquiries: £6 Adults £3 Children (Concessions £5 Thursday night only) B Sykes 01484 843025 ❑ THURS 14 APR, 12 MAY, 9JUNE 8.00PM Syngenta Cellar, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. COMEDY CELLAR - APRIL Another installment of the ever-popular comedy cellar with a bar close enough to refresh that laughing gear Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 16 APR 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE KING'S SPEECH After his brother abdicates; George 'Bertie' VI (Firth) reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a nervous stammer and considered unfit to be King, he engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist (Rush) to overcome his demons.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 / concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 18 - THURS 21 APR 10.00AM-3.00PM Cleckheaton Town Hall, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RH. Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP EASTER HOLIDAY THEATRE SCHOOL A free week long theatre school for young people with learning disabilities in Kirklees. Held at The Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield & Cleckheaton Town Hall Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Sally Marshall 01484 484441 ❑ THURS 21 APR 7.00PM Mirfield Trinity Methodist Church, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AB. STAGE ACTIVITIES Drama group meeting including activities associated with the stage and forward planning Admission/Enquiries: Rosemary Raine 01924 525183 ❑ SAT 23 APR 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. SNAIL TAILS: A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME The most original, wacky and fun collection of tales little ones and adults will ever see...Stories range from helpful gazelles to dragon poo - sometimes moral, sometimes delightfully absurd, but always colourful, curious and fun. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £4.50 child, £6 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THURS 28 & FRI 29 APR 10.00AM-2.00AM The Zone, Off St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PT. MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP Musical theatre workshop for 3-13 year olds. This is a two day course.

Admission/Enquiries: Booked £30/pay on day £40 Zoe Prince 014840484163 ❑ FRI 29 & SAT 30 APR 7.45PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. PAMELA KEILY PLAYERS: MARSH MARIGOLD Three characters, each with a different pressing agenda, come to a remote corner in the Norfolk Broads, and discover that nothing - even the land beneath their feet - is as clear and solid as it seems. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 30 APR – SAT 7 MAY VARIOUS TIMES Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. HUDDERSFIELD LIGHT OPERA COMPANY - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Step into the enchanted world of this modern classic. Based on the Academy-Award winning animated feature, this stage version of Disney's Beauty & the Beast includes all of the well known wonderful songs. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £19, £15, £12, £4 selected concessions Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THURS 5 - SAT 14 MAY 7.30PM Dewsbury Arts Group Studio Theatre, Lower Peel Street, Bradford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2EW. LADIES DAY Amanda Whittington's hugely entertaining comedy, presented by Dewsbury Arts Group Admission/Enquiries: Bookings 01924 465647 David Fletcher 01924 468464 ❑ SAT 7 MAY 7.45PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. CLARE SUMMERSKILL | WELL THAT EXPLAINS IT Let's talk about sex, sexual orientation, relationships.

Let's talk about being single, married, being bi, gay, lesbian, straight and those who see themselves as just a little bit on the wonky side… Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10 / concessions £8 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUES 10 - SAT 14 MAY 7.30PM & SATURDAY MATINEE 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. SNAKE IN THE GRASS Last play of our Season by Alan Ayckbourn. A ghost story with black humour and spine-tingling horror. Ayckbourne's lively chiller is guaranteed entertainment. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £12 / under 16's & students £10 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ WED 11 MAY, 6.00PM & 7.45PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. NORTHERN STAGE & THIRD ANGEL: TEA IS AN EVENING MEAL Come dine with us 'up north' as Faye invites you to join her at the tea time table. The evening allows you and twelve guests a glimpse into other people's meal time experiences through good humour and touching stories. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8 (£6 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 11 - SAT 14 MAY 7.30PM Marsden Parochial Hall, Clough Lea,, Marsden, Huddersfield, HD7 6DN. PLAZA SUITE Comedy play by Neil Simon sharing the lives of guests at New York's Plaza Hotel.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8.00 Vivienne Payne 01484 846758 ❑ THURS 12 MAY 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. COMEDY CELLAR Another instalment of the ever-popular comedy cellar with a bar close enough to refresh that laughing gear Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE GINGERBREAD MAN & OTHER SHADOW TAILS One man, two hands, and all of the stories in the world! Which animals will he make today to tell their tales in this shadow play?

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £4.50 child / £6.00 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THURS 9 JUN 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. RABBIT HOLE A vivid, hopeful and unexpectedly witty portrait of two people searching for what remains possible in the most impossible of situations.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 (£4 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THURS 9 JUN 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. COMEDY CELLAR - JUNE Comedy Cellar Best New Act Award 2011 Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SUN 12 JUN 7.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. DAN LENO | THE KING''S JESTER A look at the life of comic genius, Dan Leno, the greatest Music Hall star of all time. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10 / concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 18 JUN 7.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE NIGHT OF EXTRAORDINARY MOVES For one night only extraordinary moves take over the whole of the LBT in an inspiring evening of dance, performance and workshops from dance artists and theatre makers.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ SUN 15 MAY 7.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. BRIGHTON ROCK A stunning version of the classic Graham Greene novel of gangland murder set against a backdrop of the tribal wars between mods and rockers in 60s Brighton. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 (£4 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ TUES 21 & WED 22 JUN 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. LONDON CLASSIC THEATRE: GHOSTS From the 'father of modern drama', Ibsen's thrilling and chilling play remains as alive as ever in a brilliant new version by award winning Irish writer, Frank McGuinness. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, £14, £12 / concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ WED 18 - SAT 21 MAY 7.15PM & SAT MATINEE 2.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE GONDOLIERS Wedding bells are ringing in Venice as eligible brothers, Marco and Guiseppe, choose a bride from their ever- faithful female following.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £13, £10, £7 selected concessions Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ TUES 21 - SAT 25 JUN 7.45PM & SAT MATINEE 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. STATE FAIR The Frake family has decided to leave behind the routine of the farm for a couple days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9 (£7 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ WED 18 - SAT 21 MAY 7.15PM & SAT MATINEE 2.15PM Moldgreen United Reformed Church, Old Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield, HD5 8AA.ACORN ANTIQUES THE MUSICAL! Fun-packed, joyous musical written entirely by Victoria Wood Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8 adult £5 concessions.

(All tickets concessions for Wed 18 May). Contact Ann Shaw 01484 305421 or from Moldgreen Post Office.

❑ FRI 24 - SUN 26 JUN 7.15PM (FRI & SAT) & WEEKEND MATINEES 2.15PM Cleckheaton Town Hall, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RH. WHEN THE LIGHTS GO ON AGAIN The smash hit WWII musical returns Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: Stalls full price £9.00 concs. £8.00. Balcony full price £10.00 concs £9.00 Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170

❑ WED 18 MAY - SAT 21 MAY 7.45PM Holmfirth Civic Hall, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS. FAWLTY TOWERS 2 The world's rudest hotelier is back in town for another night of anarchic comedy.Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 adults and £4 concessions Loretta Catlow 01484 688244 ❑ FRI 20 MAY 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. FRISKY AND MANNISH | THE COLLEGE YEARS This dynamite duo present a night of twisted pop cabaret - intrigued? You should be!

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10 (£8 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SUN 22 MAY 3.00PM & 6.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. CHILDREN DANCING XII A presentation of two shows showcasing talent from in and around Huddersfield. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets 3pm show £9 adult / £7 child & 6pm show £12 adult / £9 child.

Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUES 24 MAY 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. LETTERS FROM AMERICA The ever inventive and superbly talented Scottish Dance Theatre return to the LBT with two new works from American choreographers. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10 / concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THURS 26 - SAT 28 MAY 7.30PM, SATURDAY MATINEE 2.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. HULL TRUCK: APRIL IN PARIS Al and Bet are not what you'd call 'love's young dream'. Bet's bored, Al's at his wits end and they're stuck in a romance rut! Then out of the blue the passionless pair win a holiday to Paris!

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, £14, £12, concessions £2 off, all matinee tickets £12. Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ FRI 3 JUN 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. RIP, FOLD, SCRUNCH A butterfly flutters. A kite soars. But not everyone has something to play with.

Join Rip, Fold and Scrunch as they journey into the multicoloured world of friendship, with the help of some magical paper creations. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £4.50 child / £6 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 4 JUN 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. NUH STRESS MI OUT! In their fourth consecutive visit to the LBT, Blue Mountain takes a trip down memory lane to the 1970s in Nuh Stress Mi Out! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SUN 5 JUN 2.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. LITTLE HOWARD & THE MAGIC PENCIL OF LIFE & DEATH Following the huge success of their massively popular BBC TV show Little Howard's Big Question, Big Howard and the animated six year old Little Howard are bursting out of the TV set and onto the stage.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10 (£8 concessions)

❑ FRI 24 JUN 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. TRUE GRIT The Coen Brothers return with an acclaimed reworking of the classic 60s John Wayne Western. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6 (£4 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 25 & SUN 26 JUN VARIOUS TIMES Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE LBT & HOLMFIRTH ARTS FESTIVAL: RUNNING ON AIR Sometimes it's good to take the scenic route. . . Hop on board a vintage 1978 VW campervan called 'Joni' and travel on a 45 minute journey from Lands End to Edinburgh via love, life and domesticity. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8 (£6 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUES 28 JUN 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. ARTHUR SMITH EXPOSED! Enjoy laughter and off the wall humour with the 'alternative comedian' and British Institution who shook up the world of light entertainment in the eighties and nineties. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £15 (£13 concessions) Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

WALKS, RIDES AND CONSERVATION ❑ WED 13 APR 9.30AM-4.00PM Castle Hill, Hillside', off Lumb Lane,, Almondbury, HD4 6AT. GO WILD WITH CONSERVATION KIRKLEES! Join us on our regular volunteer activities which are there for everyone to enjoy, and to help protect and conserve this special ancient monument.Admission/Enquiries: Free event but booking essential. Simon Pedley 01484 225618 07870570914 ❑ THURS 14 APR 6.30PM Carlile Street car park, near Meltham Town Hall, Meltham, HD9 4NP. THE ROCKS OF FOLLY DOLLY FALLS Children 16 and under to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 1.5 miles easy, theme walk. Meet Alison Tymon (of Huddersfield Geology Group) in the car park behind the Carlile Institute, off Huddersfield Road (B6108), Meltham HD9 4AB grid ref SE 101 106. Learn about this fascinating geological feature! (WELLIES ESSENTIAL).

Admission/Enquiries: www.huddersfieldgeology.freeola.org ❑ FRI 15 APR 7.00PM-9.00PM Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. LEGEND OF THE CUCKOO Do you know the famous legend of the cuckoo? Come on this 3-mile walk to find out more about the story. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 16 - SUN 17 APR & SAT 14 - SUN 15 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1TG. DRY STONE WALLING TRAINING COURSE This two day introduction to dry stone walling is run by Instructors from the Dry Stone Walling Association, West York's Branch.

Admission/Enquiries: Cost £75.00 for the weekend Details of venue provided at time of booking. Paul Webley 01484 845219 ❑ SAT 16 APR 10.00AM Hare & Hounds, Liley Lane,

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Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8EE. BLACK DICK'S TOWER Meet at 10am. Hare & Hounds, Upper Hopton, WF14 8EE (GR SE 203 173). for a 5.5 miles moderate walk led by John Beldon Tel: 0113 2383965. Non members are welcome.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury - North Kirklees Ramblers 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 16 APR 1.00PM-3.00PM Castle Hill, Hillside', off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, HD4 6AT. STIRLEY FARM WALKABOUT Come and see the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's newest project in West Yorkshire. Stirley Farm is a 200 acre site where we plan to rear beef cattle and grow local fruit and veg alongside the community and wildlife. We will start from Victoria Tower on Castle Hill which opens that day. Meet at the top Castle Hill car park. Admission/Enquiries: Booking is essential.

Contact Kim Warren 07557002113 ❑ SUN 17 APR 10.00AM Junction of Hightown Road and St Barnabas Road, Hightown, Cleckheaton, WF15 8BP. CONSERVATION - PATH CLEARANCE Conservation events are always adults only. Meet Kirklees Countryside Volunteers at the junction of Hightown Road and St Barnabas Road, Hightown, Cleckheaton WF15 8BP grid ref SE 185 243. A very heavily overgrown path to clear Admission/Enquiries: Ring Nigel on 07746973281 if more details are required. ❑ TUES 19 APR 6.30PM Smithies Lane (Norristhorpe), off Norristhorpe Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7BL. A SHORT EVENING WALK Meet at 6.30pm. Smithies Lane/Norristhorpe Lane, Heckmondwike, WF15 7BL (GR SE 214 229) for a 3 miles moderate walk. No dogs please. Non members are welcome.

Admission/Enquiries: Leaders: Paul & Chris Horbury.

Tel: 01924 470531 ❑ WED 20 APR 10.00AM-1.00PM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. TOWPATH SAUNTER WELLY WALK Wander down the canal to Slaithwaite and jump in puddles on the way down and back again! Comfortable strong boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised.Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ FRI 22 APR 1.30PM Hartshead St. Peter's Church, Church Lane, Hartshead, WF15 8EU. HARTSHEAD HOLIDAY HIKE Children 16 and under to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 5.5 miles medium walk. Meet Oliver at St Peter's Church, Hartshead (on Church Lane) WF15 8EU grid ref SE 179 233. Relics of the past on both sides of the M62 on this rural stroll. Admission/Enquiries: ❑ SAT 23 APR 9.00AM Huddersfield Technical College, New North Road, Huddersfield, HD1 5NN. PEAK PRACTICE A medium circular walk of 9/10 miles Meet Huddersfield Tech car park,Admission/Enquiries: Free Eileen Blakey, Huddersfield CHA Walking & Social Club 01484 534521 ❑ SAT 23 APR 10.30AM Tong St James Church, Tong, Bradford, BD4 0RR. COCKERSDALE & FULNECK Meet at 10.30 Opp. St James Church, Tong, BD4 0RR (GR SE 219 305) for an 8 miles moderate walk led by John Beldon. Tel: 0113 2383965. Non members are welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ MON 25 APR 10.30AM New Inn, 2 Briestfield Road, Grange Moor, Wakefield, WF4 4DX. HILL, FOX, HOW AND CLOCK Children 16 and under to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 6-7 mile walk.

Meet at New Inn, Grange Moor ❑ SAT 30 APR 9.00AM Huddersfield Technical College, New North Road, Huddersfield, HD1 5NN. IT'S A MYSTERY A medium circular walk of 11/12 miles Meet Huddersfield Tech car park, Admission/Enquiries: free Eileen Blakey, Huddersfield CHA Walking & Social Club 01484 534521 ❑ SAT 30 APR, 09.45 AM Stocksmoor Railway Station, Station Road, Stocksmoor, Huddersfield, HD4 6XN. ANOTHER CORNY WALK Children 16 and under to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Meet outside Stocksmoor Railway Station. ❑ SUN 1 MAY 7.00AM Ravensthorpe Railway Station, off Ravensthorpe Road, Ravensthorpe, WF12 9ED. MAYDAY MADNESS Ravensthorpe Railway Station, WF12 9ED (GR SE 228 199) for a 5 miles moderate walk. No dogs Please. Non members welcome.

Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury - North Kirklees Ramblers 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 1 MAY 10.30AM-1.00PM Castle Hill, Hillside', off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, HD4 6AT. BELTAIN BECKONS WALK The arrival of Beltain (Spring) is an ancient celebration of the Earth and Nature's fertility and union. So what better way to join the Castle Hill Ranger on a moderate 6 mile walk around this magical place at the wonderful beginning of Beltain.

Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking essential. Julian Brown 07968426312 ❑ SUN 1 MAY 1.30PM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. BICENTENARY OF THE CANAL TUNNEL 200 years after its opening, discover the legacies of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal on this 3 and a 1/2 medium mile walk. Comfortable strong boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 11.00AM-12.30PMPLEASE MEET AT 10.45AM Marsden Moor Estate Office, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. MARSDEN HEALTH WALK Come and enjoy some fresh air, great scenery and good company on our health walks.

Admission/Enquiries: Alison Mills 01484 847016 ❑ MON 2 MAY 1.00PM Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. BLUEBELLS OF BATLEY Meet at Oakwell Hall Top CP, WF17 9LG (GR SE 217 270) for a 6 miles moderate walk. No dogs please. Leader: Kathleen for more information Tel

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Make the most of the lighter nights with a walk or ride in and around Kirklees 01924 471473. Non members welcome.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ MON 2 MAY 1.30PM-4.30PM Lay-by on Castle Hill, below the Victoria Tower, off Lumb Lane, Huddersfield, HD4 6TA. LANDSCAPES AROUND THE HILL Join us on a 3 mile walk around Castle Hill on footpaths to look at the geology of the Huddersfield landscape and the influence of underlying rocks on vegetation and wildlife.

Suitable footwear needed. Meet Sheila Dyson and Michael Brook at the lay-by below Castle Hill on Castle Hill Lane (SE 139 152) Admission/Enquiries: Free event.

Alison Tymon 01484 485000 ❑ FRI 6 MAY 7.00PM Black Bull Inn, 5 Kirkgate, Birstall, WF17 9PB. BIRSTALL BLUEBELLS Meet at the Black Bull, Kirkgate, Birstall, WF17 9PB (GR SE 218 261) for a 3 miles leisurely walk. No dogs please. Leader: Kathleen for more information Tel 01924 471473. Non members welcome.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 8 MAY 12NOON-3.30PM Moonraker Canal Boat Cafe, Commercial Mills, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5HB. POND AND PICNIC WALK FOR FAMILIES Two miles easy walk. Meet Diane and Emma by the Moonraker canal boat café in Slaithwaite.We shall walk along the canal for a picnic at Rotcher picnic site followed by a short walk and pond dipping. Suitable for children over 5 years, no unaccompanied children.

Please bring own picnic. Nets provided.Admission/Enquiries: Diane Green 01484 222500 07973315082 ❑ WEDS 11 MAY, 9.30 TO 4 PM WED & 15 JUN 9.30AM-4.00PMCastle Hill, Hillside', off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, HD4 6AT. GO WILD WITH CONSERVATION KIRKLEES! Join us on our regular volunteer activities which are there for everyone to enjoy, and to help protect and conserve this special ancient monument. Admission/Enquiries: Simon Pedley 01484 225618 07870570924 ❑ WED 11 MAY 12.30PM Flatt Top Hotel, Edge Lane, Thornhill, WF12 0HB. FROM THORNHILL EDGE Meet beside the Flatt Top Inn, Thornhill, WF12 0HB. (GR SE 251 180) for a 5 miles moderate walk. Leader: Jim. For more information Tel 01924 469700. Non members welcome.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ THURS 12 MAY 7.00PM Fixby Road, Opposite Marlborough Road (A6107), Fixby, HD2 2JH. BLUEBELLS OF FELLGREAVE Meet at Fixby Road, Opposite Marlborough Road (A6107) HD2 2JH (GR SE 146 202) for a 5 miles moderate walk. Leader: Pauline for more information Tel: 01484 531041. Non members welcome. No dogs please.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 14 MAY 10.00AM-4.00PM Allotment site next to Royds Hall High School, Luck Lane, Paddock, Huddersfield, HD3 4HA. ENVIROYOUTH MAY TASK Come and join us to manage a community Orchard next to Royds Hall School to improve this habitat for wildlife!

You will need to bring a packed lunch, waterproof clothing, stout footwear/boots. Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking is essential to reserve a place on the minibus to take you to the site. Andy Wickham 01484 222960 07773 386550 andy.wickham@kirklees.gov.uk ❑ SAT 14 MAY 1.30PM Wilton Park, Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 0AS. GET WALKING DAY - JAIL AGAIN Meet Paul & Chris at 1.30pm Batley Wilton Park CP

beside children's playground WF17 8HG. (GR SE 233 253) for a 4.5 miles moderate walk. No dogs please.

Non members welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 15 MAY 2.30PM-5.30PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. HELEN''S HERITAGE WALKS: MARY TAYLOR BRONTE INSPIRATION A fascinating guided walk around the Gomersal area celebrating Mary Taylor, 'Rose Yorke' of Charlotte Bronte's Shirley. End with refreshments and Private View of Red House for 'Museums at Night’. Distance: 3 miles, including field paths, slopes and stiles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission/Enquiries: £7.00 Booking essential with Helen's Heritage Walks 01274 532425 ❑ WED 18 MAY 1.30PM-2.30PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. TASTER HEALTH WALK - ALW A 1 hour walk in and around Birstall. Suitable for all ages and abilities, particularly if you have not walked regularly for some time. Admission/Enquiries: Please ring to book Birstall Library & Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ WED 18 MAY 7.00PMMarsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. MEAT AND TATTY PIE WALK Climb up out of the valley bottom for splendid views over Marsden, finishing with a hearty supper at the Tunnel End pub. This 3-mile medium walk includes one steep climb.Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ THURS 19 MAY 2.00PM-4.00PM Holmfirth Library, 47 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. HOLMFIRTH BLUE PLAQUE TRAIL - ALW A walk to celebrate the new Holmfirth Blue Plaque trail Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Holmfirth Library and Information Centre 01484 222430 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 9.15AM. Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. 10 RESERVOIR CHALLENGE A demanding 16-mile walk around the moors, taking in the main reservoirs in the valleys and hills surrounding Marsden. This walk covers rough terrain and includes a steep climb. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 21 MAY 10.30AM Dewsbury Bus Station, Aldams Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8AR. HANGING HEATON & HEYBECK Meet David at 10.30am at Dewsbury Bus Station WF12 8AR. (GR SE 244 215) for an 8 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. For more information Tel 01924 476642.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ TUES 24 MAY 7.00PM Heckmondwike Market Place, Heckmondwike, WF16 OHB. BY RINGWAY & GREENWAY Meet Paul & Chris in Heckmondwike Market Place, WF16 0EZ. (GR SE 215 234) for a 4 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. No dogs please. For more information Tel: 01924 470531.Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 29 MAY 11.00AM & 2.00PM Castle Hill, Hillside', off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, HD4 6AT. A BIRD'S EYE VIEW! Join us to mark the bright future for Castle Hill in becoming a Local Nature Reserve this year. Join Steve from the RSPB (Old Moor) on a couple of short walks to discover the wildlife and plants that live on the Hill.

Admission/Enquiries: Free event. Julian Brown 07968426312 ❑ MON 30 MAY 1.30PM Brun Clough car park, A62

Marsden to Delph Road, Marsden, HD7 6DW. ALONG THE EDGE WELLY WALK Wander along Millstone Edge on this 3-mile easy walk and discover an old millstone still up here. Comfortable walking boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised. ❑ THURS 2 JUN 7.00PM Wilton Park, Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 0AS. UPPER BATLEY CIRCULAR Meet Paul & Chris at Batley Wilton Park CP beside children's playground WF17 8HG (GR SE 233 253). For a 4.5 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome, no dogs please. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ FRI 3 JUN 10.00AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. SECRET GARDENS Come and join us for a garden themed storytime at the library, followed by a walk to Oakwell Hall where we will have some fun hunting around the gardens of Oakwell before taking part in a green fingers craft session. Suitable for 5 - 12 year olds.

Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential Birstall Library & Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ SAT 4 JUN 11.00AM Ravensthorpe Railway Station, off Ravensthorpe Road, Ravensthorpe, WF12 9ED. LA RONDE ET VUE DE CORBEAU Meet David Austin at 11am Ravensthorpe Railway Station, WF12 9ED. (GR SE 228 199) for a 7 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. For more information tel: 07790 480058 Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

please. Comfortable boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016 ❑ THURS 16 JUN 7.00PM Dewsbury Bus Station, Aldams Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8AR. LETS LEG IT TO LEGGERS Meet Yvonne Dewsbury Bus Station WF12 8AR (GR SE 244 215) for a 5 mile moderate walk. Non members welcome. For more information tel: 01924 278544 Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ THURS 16 JUN 7.00PM Holmbridge St David's Parish Church, Holmbridge, HD9 2NQ. EVENING WALK Walk leader - Doris Earnshaw. 4 miles/2 hours over fields and along tracks Admission/Enquiries: Free event ❑ SAT 18 JUN 3.00AM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. EARLY MORNING MADNESS Climb the hills, catch the sunrise and conclude with breakfast in a local cafe. This 8-mile hard walk includes one steep climb. Comfortable boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised.Admission/Enqiries: £7.50 per person. Booking essential National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016

❑ SUN 5 JUN 1.30PM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. ANCIENT ROUTES AROUND PULE Follow the ancient Roman road, the pack horse routes and the 18th century turnpikes around Pule Hill on this 5-mile medium walk.

Comfortable boots, waterproofs and warm clothing are strongly advised.Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016

❑ SAT 18 JUN 10.00PM Galpharm Stadium, Stadium Way, off Leeds Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6PG. MIDNIGHT MEMORY WALK 2011 Our fifth midnight memory walk, includes pre-walk entertainment, including a balloon release. Please complete a registration form. Entry is £10 per adult and £5 per child. Upon receipt of registration a pack including a t-shirt will be sent to you.Admission/Enquiries: Please complete a registration form. Entry is £10 per adult and £5 per child. Upon receipt of registration a pack including a t-shirt will be sent to you. Jane Dutton 01484 557911

❑ MON 6 JUN 1.00PM Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. ALL THE WAY TO EGYPT Meet Kathleen at Oakwell Hall Top CP, WF17 9LG. (GR SE 217 270) for a 6 miles moderate walk.

None members welcome. No dogs please. For more information tel: 01924 471473Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ TUES 21 JUN 10.30AM Mirfield Railway Station, Station Road, Mirfield, WF14 8PT. MIRFIELD TO ROBERTTOWN Meet Jim at 10.30am Mirfield Railway Station WF14 8NF (GR SE 203 194) for an 8 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. For more information tel: 01924 469700Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ WEDNESDAY 8 JUNE, 7PM. Birstall Market Place, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9EL. GINNELS, SNICKETS & ALLEYWAYS Meet Kathleen at 7pm Birstall Market Place WF17 9ER (GR SE 225 262) for a 4 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. No dogs please. For more information tel: 01924 471473 Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ WED 22 JUN 7.00PM Dewsbury Sports Centre, Longcauseway, Dewsbury, WF12 8EN. NETHER SOOTHILL CIRCULAR Meet Paul & Chris at CP behind Dewsbury Sports Centre, WF12 8EN (GR SE 247 214) for a 6.5 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. No dogs please. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ SAT 11 JUN 10.00AM-4.00PM Kirklees Light Railway, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, HD8 9XJ. ENVIROYOUTH TASK JUNE Come and join us on the Kirklees Light Railway to extend the habitat range for the Great Crested Newt. You will need to bring a packed lunch, waterproof clothing, stout footwear/boots.

Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking is essential to reserve a place on the minibus to take you to the site.

Andy Wickham 01484 222960 07773 386550 andy.wickham@kirklees.gov.uk

❑ SUN 26 JUN 9.30AM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. POTS & PANS Walk along the plateau of Sadleworth Moor to the War Memorial above Uppermill, with stunning views over the Greenfield and Tame valleys en route. This 15-mile hard walk includes a steep climb and some walking over rough terrain. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Office 01484 847016

❑ WED 15 JUN 9.15AM Marsden Railway Station, Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. MOORLAND BIRDS Meet Tim for an interesting 9-mile medium walk to oserve a wide range of moorland birds and their habitat, maybe even spot the 'Pennine Finch'. No dogs

❑ THURS 30 JUN 7.00PM Skelmanthorpe Co-op, 30 Commercial Road, Skelmanthorpe, HD8 9DA. AROUND SKELMANTHORPE Meet Andy at Skelmanthorpe Co-op CP( B6116) HD8 9DA, (GR SE 232 106) for a 4.5 miles moderate walk. Non members welcome. For more information tel: 01484 866968 Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

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Have you done the MidLife Check?

Kirklees Council have joined forces with NHS Kirklees to encourage people to turn their good intentions into reality by taking part in the MidLife Check.

Huddersfield Giants have recently come on board to help promote the campaign, which is aimed at those aged 40+.

The MidLife Check is a free confidential online health check. The simple lifestyle questionnaire looks at healthy eating, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use and emotional well being. At the end of the series of questions each person taking part is provided with their own online personal results, along with advice that can be used to plan lifestyle changes to improve their health.

63 year old Steve Mellor from Mirfield took part in the online MidLife Check after his daughter told him about it. “It only took a few minutes and I found out that having quit smoking some years ago had gone in my favour in terms of my health. I also found out that I could do with making some small changes to my diet, and to be a little more active, which is something I’ve got out of the habit of doing. I would recommend doing the check as it makes you look at your lifestyle and shows you that making a few simple changes to your lifestyle can make all the difference to your health.”

Project Officer, Cath Mellor commented: “The MidLife Check is quick and easy to complete, just visit www.nhs.uk/midlifecheck.Those wanting to take part can go online at home or visit their local Library and Information Centre where free internet

access is available, as well as a range of health related books.It’s a great way of finding out how you’re doing and setting goals for areas you can improve. Often making just small changes can make a big difference.”

Paul Cribb, Commercial Manager for Huddersfield Giants commented: “With people’s lives becoming busier and busier we sometimes use this as an excuse to neglect the most important thing, our health. Mid-

Life Check is a fantastic way of utilizing the internet to give a quick and accurate overview of how we are treating our bodies. The most positive thing for me is that rather than just identifying any health issues MidLife Check actually gives advice and recommendations that will help the Kirklees public lead a healthier and happier life. The Giants are proud to be associated with such a great project and will be promoting MidLife Check throughout the year.”

FINAL CONCERTS OF THE KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON 2011/12 May and June see the final concerts of the 2010/11 Kirklees Concert Season.

Highlights include Northern Sinfonia’s Classic FM Concert, always a popular favourite, on Friday 13 May at Dewsbury Town Hall. Royal Liverpool Philharmonic will perform under the baton of conductor Vasily Petrenko, performing Tchaikovsky, Mozart and Prokofiev on Friday 20 May at Huddersfield Town Hall. The finale concert of the season will see the return of the Hallé on Saturday 4 June at Huddersfield Town Hall.

Lunchtime concerts at Dewsbury and Huddersfield Town Halls con-

tinue through to May with David Greed and Ian Buckle on Wednesday 13 April and Arcturus on Wednesday 11 May at Dewsbury Town Hall and Kirklees Borough Organist Dr Gordon Stewart performing the final two lunchtime concerts at Huddersfield Town Hall on Monday 18 April and Monday 9 May. To book tickets contact Kirklees Booking Of fices, tel: 01484 223200/01484 222444/01924 324501 o r b o o k o n l i n e a t www.kirklees.gov.uk/townhalls For full details of the season visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/townhalls

Adult Learners’ Week in Kirklees Library 14-20 May 2011 & Information Centres Adult Learners' Week (ALW) is the UK's largest and longest running learning campaign. Held each May, it encourages thousands of adults, whatever their age and background, to give learning a go. Celebrating the 20th Adult Learners' Week in 2011, the initiative continues to be the largest drive for learning of its kind - celebrated in over 55 countries across the world.

The theme of ALW in Kirklees this year is Learn for Life. Events will be taking place all over Kirklees in a wide variety of venues.

Activities in Kirklees Library & Informa-

tion Centres ranges from special displays of learning support materials, I.T. sessions, local history talks, crafts sessions, walks, digital switchover advice sessions and wall papering master classes. There will also be Worklink advice sessions, healthy living events and promotion of the NHS Midlife online health check. Kirklees College and other local learning providers will also be hosting events for the public to find out more about courses and qualifications.

For more information a booklet will be available from Kirklees Library & Informa-

tion Centres or you can visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/events You can also visit www.kirkleesclik.org.uk Community Learning in Kirklees, provided

by Kirklees Neighbourhood Learning Partnership. CLiK has a searchable database and contains information to support learners and those who offer information, advice and guidance to anyone who wants to begin or continue learning.

Or email adult.learning@kirklees.gov.uk or telephone Sue/ Nadine on 01484 225016.

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Time to get active!

Now that Spring is here it feels like a good time to get out and about. It’s a great time to get walking and enjoying the many benefits of a healthier, fitter way of life. It’s good fun too especially if you get your friends or family involved as well.

If you haven’t done much walking before why not join one of the many walking groups run by the Kirklees Walking Network of volunteers. They run weekly walks of up to an hour in and around Kirklees. Find out your nearest one www.kirklees.gov.uk/healthwalks or ring 01484 234095 for a timetable.

If you fancy trying out Nordic walking – that’s the one with the poles – then visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/nordic. This is a fast-growing form of walking which is proving really popular. Ring 01484 234097 for our timetables of sessions run by Kirklees Council.

Just had a baby? Then Buggymovers is the ideal way to get back in shape and keep healthy.

You do gentle exercises, short walks and it’s a great way to meet other new mums and see how you are all getting on. www.kirklees.gov.uk/buggymovers or ring 01484 234097 for details.

Don’t forget it’s National Men’s Health Week 13 -19 June so look out for information, activities and events about staying healthy and active in your local area.

Active Weeks Join in the Active Weeks – a week long programme of all kinds of activities from walking to dancing, chair-based classes and so much more.

It’s a chance to find out about what’s going on in your area and to have a go and see if there are sessions that you like.

The mobile health unit will visit each area during their Active Week and offer health MOTs, advice and information.

Active Weeks Saviletown, Ravensthorpe & Thornhill Lees Monday 9 May- Friday 13 May Chickenley Monday 13 – Friday 17 June Dewsbury Moor Monday 18- 22 July.

For details: www.time2beactive.co.uk 01484 234092

Jongleurs Comedy Club at Huddersfield Town Hall

Huddersfield Town Hall have found the answer to putting off those Monday morning blues with a regular Sunday night comedy club booked for seven nights in 2011.

Jongleurs - the name which helped launch the careers of Graham Norton, Paul Merton, Dylan Moran, Jack Dee and many more, will, from February 2011, bring the biggest and funniest stars from the Jongleurs clubs to Huddersfield Town Hall.

Comedy fans can look forward to seven evenings of laughter starting on Sunday 22 May, 19 June, 17 July, 18 September and 30 October. With over two hours of top stand-up the audience are in for a bumper night of laughs with the best from the comedy circuit.

Tickets are priced at £10 in advance and are available from Kirklees Box Offices, tel: 01484 223200 / 01924 324501 or book online: www.kirklees.gov.uk/townhalls Suitable for over 18s only.

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BRASS IN THE PARK – MAY TO SEPTEMBER 2011 This Summer’s Brass in the Park promises to be better than ever!

Our parks and museum gardens will be filled with the sounds of music with 22 FREE concerts for you and your friends and family to enjoy.

Brass band music has a long history and tradition in Kirklees and has always had an enthusiastic following. Kirklees Council is proud to maintain this tradition and this year’s Brass in the Park features many top quality local brass bands. Once again, we have great pleasure inviting two youth bands to perform for you – Sellers International Youth and Scissett Youth.

Last year, we programmed Brass Monkeys jazz band and their concert was very well received. In light of this, we have invited them back this year along with another band, Hade Edge Jazz, to bring you brass with a difference!

We are pleased to welcome back Greenhead Park as one of our concert venues, following its extensive restoration programme. The refurbished bandstand now has the reinstated lake close by. This popular park is a great place to enjoy a day out and listen to some great music. In addition, the bandstand in Beaumont Park is due to be returned to its former glory by June.

We appreciate that some of our concert-goers would like seating at these concerts, but due to the limited resources available we cannot cover the costs of providing audience seating. Whilst there may be a few spare chairs at some venues, this cannot be guaranteed and so you are encouraged to bring along your own garden chairs, rugs or fold up seating with you.

Please check the dates and times, pack your picnics and enjoy these wonderful bands in lovely surroundings. For more information visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/brassbands or Tel: 01484 222087

Kirklees What’s On

Make the most of your event!

Honley Agricultural Show

What’s On is published as a bi-monthly supplement in Kirklees’ four main local newspapers, the Huddersfield Examiner, The Dewsbury Reporter, The Batley News and The Spenborough Guardian. It aims to give full details of forthcoming events in Kirklees. Details are also published in the “Events” section of the Kirklees Council Website and entries are sometimes featured in other media eg: local radio.

Entries are now being accepted for the next issue of Kirklees What’s On, covering events in July/August. If you have an event you would like to publicise, please complete the form and send it to Kirklees Information at the address below BEFORE FRIDAY, MAY 20TH 2011 Entries can also be submitted online at: www.kirklees.gov.uk/events Communications and Marketing, Kirklees Council, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, HUDDERSFIELD HD1 2YZ Tel (01484) 416836 E-mail: events@kirklees.gov.uk

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Listings are free, but we reserve the right not to publish an entry, and information received may be edited at our discretion. We cannot normally include details of weekly classes, or club and society meetings (except for individual talks, etc), in either version of ‘Whats’ On’.

Where a group submits several entries we may publish only a selection.

Saturday 11th June - from 9am to 6pm This year is Honley Agricultural Show’s 90th anniversary and there are more classes than ever before, including Cavies, Cattle, Dogs, Goats, Handicrafts, Horses, Mice, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep and Tractors. The showground will be full of attractions for the whole family, including displays of Mountain Rescue, Falconry, Battling Cumberland Giants, Beagles and Hounds, Dog Agility, Judo, Meerkats and Wildlife, Vintage Cars,

plus Children’s Entertainment, Ferret Racing, Stilt Walkers, Magicians, Balloon Modelling, Climbing Wall, Bungee Trampolines, Inflatable Slides, Quad Bikes and over a hundred trade and craft stalls, food concessions and a bar. So come along and join in the fun.

Entry: Adults £8, Children £3, Senior Citizens £6 (from the entrance gates on show day) - Advance Purchase Discount Available from http://www.honleyshow.co.uk/ticket-sales.php For more information visit: www.honleyshow.co.uk or email: info@honleyshow.co.uk

NATIONAL FOOD SAFETY WEEK 6-12 JUNE What Goes on Behind Closed Doors?

The Council’s Food Safety Team will be running events at local supermarkets and food businesses during National Food Safety Week from 6-12 June. They will be offering great tips and advice around preparing, storing and cooking food, to help avoid food poisoning and related illnesses such as

Campylobacter, Salmonella and E.Coli 0157. Fun activities and competitions will be available with prizes and free products for anyone paying us a visit.

For further information please Tel: 01484 226253 or visit: www.kirklees.gov.uk/news