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Arts, Crafts and Sculpture ............ 5 Talks, Exhibitions and Learning ...... 6 Get Togethers .... 7 Leisure and Sport .............................. 8 Music .................. 8 Outdoor Festivals and Events ......... 9 Dance, Stage and Theatre ..............10 Walks, Rides and Conservation ....10

THURSDAY 18 OCTOBER, 7.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON NORTHERN SINFONIA – SCHUMANN AND BRAHMS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Schumann: Symphony No. 2 in C Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Conductor: Thomas Zehetmair Tickets: £8 - £24 (with concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

THURSDAY 18 & FRIDAY 19 OCTOBER, 7.30PM MILLENNIUM STAGE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS SOME ENCHANTED EVENING BATLEY TOWN HALL Two different nights of musical entertainment. Thursday will be a magical evening with the “accent on song”. Friday will be a Pot Pourri of Song and Dance. Tickets: £5 (or £8 for both performances) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 19 OCTOBER, 8PM JONGLEURS COMEDY ON TOUR DEWSBURY TOWN HALL The UK’s number one comedy company returns to the town hall. Jongleurs, the name which helped launch the careers of Graham Norton, Paul Merton, Dylan Morgan, Jack Dee and many more, now brings the biggest and funniest stars from the Jongleurs clubs to Dewsbury. Two hours of top stand-up the audience are in for a bumper night of laughs with the best from the comedy circuit. Suitable for over 18s only. Tickets £11 (£13 on the door plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 20 OCTOBER, 7.15PM NEW MILL MALE VOICE CHOIR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL And the Band of the Yorkshire Regiment. Tickets: From £8 - £24 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SUNDAY 21 OCTOBER, 7.30PM STEWART FRANCIS - OUTSTANDING IN HIS FIELD HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Canadian comic Stewart Francis brings his tour to town. “Outstanding in his ﬁeld”of killer one-liners, the star of BBC’s Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Live At The Apollo has harvested a brand new, hilarious show, which will tour throughout the UK from April 2012. Over 16s only. Tickets: £17.50 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces.

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Marketing and Communication, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersfield. HD1 2YZ Tel: (01484) 221963. Email: events@kirklees.gov.uk

THURSDAY 25 OCTOBER, 7.30PM FOREVER MICHAEL: THE WORLD’S GREATEST MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Currently taking UK theatres by storm, this incredible show stars one of the USA’s leading Michael Jackson tribute artists, along with an incredible live band and dancers. Featuring spectacular costume changes, mesmerising routines and all your favourite hits including Thriller and Smooth Criminal, this is one show that any Michael Jackson fan cannot afford to miss! Suitable for all ages. Tickets: £17, £16 & £15 (£2 off OAP’s, under 16s, disabled) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER, 7.30PM BRADFORD MAGIC CIRCLE FAMILY MAGIC SHOW CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Back by popular demand! After last year’s spectacular debut show, Bradford Magic Circle returns to present another fun ﬁlled two hour show of Magic and mirth. Children’s entertainment with close up visual magic and mind reading skills. A fantastic magical evening for the whole family. Tickets: £6 adults, £4 children plus concessions from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER, 8PM RHOD GILBERT THE MAN WITH THE FLAMING BATTENBURG TATTOO HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL A regular on ‘Live at the Apollo’ and with his own BBC One show ‘Ask Rhod Gilbert’, he’s one of the world’s hottest comedians. His stand-up rants on Life’s minor irritations are legendary, but this year, he’s a more mellow fellow altogether. He’s now so laid-back he even let someone tattoo a Battenburg on him. Will the new, chilled-out Rhod get his girl and live happily ever after, or will it be microwaved baked potato for one again? Could it be the Mr Angry of comedy as you’ve never seen him before? Over 16s only. Tickets: £25 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces.

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Brass Band concert with two bands. Tickets: £11 - £16 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

Khachaturian - Masquerade Suite, Waltz, Romance and Gallop Brahms - Violin Concerto Borodin - Symphony No2 Soloist - Martyn Jackson Tickets from £5 - £15 with concession

MONDAY 29 OCTOBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH GORDON STEWART MUSIC FOR HALLOWEEN HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor Saint-Saens: Dance Macabre Eben: Song of the Hurdy-gurdy man and Walpurgisnacht from Faust Grieg: In the Hall of the Mountain King Paganini: Caprice “The Devil’s Trill” Boellmann: Toccata from the Suite Gothique Gounod: Funeral March for a Marionette Wagner: The Ride of the Valkyries Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

FRIDAY 2 NOVEMBER, 8PM BURLESQUE AND CABARET EVENING CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL

SATURDAY 3 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM - 12MIDNIGHT 1940S HOMEFRONT DANCE DEWSBURY TOWN HALL Join us for a great evening of entertainment and dancing at Dewsbury 1940s dance with Paul & Natasha Harper & Major Swing! A little bit of the past brought to you with the great sounds of the 40s 1940s dress encouraged but not essential. Tickets: £15, £20 (on the door) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

MONDAY 5 NOVEMBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH MARTIN BAKER (WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL) HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Vivaldi arr. Guillou: Concerto in D major Bohm: Vater unser im Himmelreich Mendelssohn: Allegro, Chorale and Fugue in D major Franck: Pastorale Widor: Allegro vivace from Symphony 5 Baker: Improvisation on a submitted theme Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door.

WEDNESDAY 7 NOVEMBER, 1PM - 3PM SHALL WE DANCE SOCIAL TEA DANCE HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL An afternoon of Latin and Ballroom dancing with a professional ballroom, Latin and Sequence dance DJ. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon of social dancing. Tickets: £3 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

WEDNESDAY 7 NOVEMBER, 12.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON LUNCHTIME CHAMBER CONCERT WITH THE SCOTT BROTHERS DEWSBURY TOWN HALL Jonathan and Tom Scott make a welcome return to the Dewsbury Series. For their Dewsbury return they have put together a new programme of music for four hands at one piano. Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

THURSDAY 8 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM MEET ANDY MCNAB: BEST SELLING AUTHOR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

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.

Information and enquiries Telephone: (01484) 223200.

SATURDAY 10 NOVEMBER 7.30PM HUDDERSFIELD PHILHARMONIC HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

Join us at the Town Hall for an evening of glamour, decadence and a little bit of sauciness. Your fabulous host Bella Besame will introduce you to wonderful burlesque performances and delight you with sublime musical entertainment. Dress to impress and join us for some cabaret like no other in the spectacular Victorian concert hall, which has been transferred with table seating so you can enjoy a drink whilst taking in the show. We recommend that you book well in advance for this evening of sophistication and surprise. Over 18’s only. Tickets: £11 in advance from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or £13 on the door

STEWART FRANCIS - Huddersfield Town Hall

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STARS OF THE OPERA - Huddersfield Town Hall

SATURDAY 27 OCTOBER, 7.15PM BRIGHOUSE AND RASTRICK MASSED BAND CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

Author talk followed by a question and answer session and a book signing opportunity. Andy McNab is the best selling author of action thrillers drawing extensively on his own experiences and knowledge of special forces soldiering. Andy McNab has been there, seen it, done it. No other thriller writer can take you so close to the action. Tickets: £2 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 10 NOVEMBER, 10AM-4PM FAMILY HISTORY FAIR BATLEY TOWN HALL Whether you are a beginner or a more experienced family history researcher, or maybe interested in local history, there will be something for everyone.

RHOD GILBERT - Huddersfield Town Hall

FRIDAY 16 – SUNDAY 25 NOVEMBER HUDDERSFIELD CONTEMPORARY MUSIC FESTIVAL HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Tickets and details: www.hcmf.co.uk

SATURDAY 17 NOVEMBER, 7PM & SUNDAY 18 NOVEMBER, 3PM DANCE ON 2012 CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Presented by The Gainsborough Stage School. Tickets: £8 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces.

MONDAY 19 – THURSDAY 22 NOVEMBER, 7.15PM & WEDNESDAY 21 & THURSDAY 22 NOVEMBER, 2PM HUDDERSFIELD FILM MAKERS CLUB – FESTIVAL OF FILM HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Tickets: £4.50 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

WEDNESDAY 21 – SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER, 7.15PM BATLEY AMATEUR THESPIANS PRESENT “THOROUGHLY MODERN MUSICALS” BATLEY TOWN HALL Action packed song and dance show featuring well known songs from popular West End Musicals; Something for all the family. Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions for senior citizens and under 16s) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER OPEN MIC UK REGIONAL FINALS DEWSBURY TOWN HALL For tickets and information visit www.openmicuk.com

MONDAY 26 NOVEMBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH GORDON STEWART PHILIP WOOD MEMORIAL CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Dubois: Toccata in G Stanley: Voluntary in D Bach: Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor Franck: Pastorale Rheinberger: Intermezzo and Passacaglia from Sonata 8 F W Wood: Sunrise on Stonehenge and Down’s Morris from Scenes on the Downs Vierne: Final from Symphony 1 Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER - SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER, 7.15PM. SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER MATINEE, 2.15PM THE SOUND OF MUSIC CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Cleckheaton and Spenborough AODS present Rogers & Hammersteins ever popular “The Sound of Music.” A treat for all the family. Tickets: £6 - £13 (concessions available) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER, 7.45PM THE ICONIC VARIETY PERFORMANCE DEWSBURY TOWN HALL A vocal, visual and musically enthralling show, ﬁlled with a stunning array of music, song and dance. Let your senses be taken on a musical journey by the superb cast of 19, as they perform! Impress! And go beyond your expectations! Tickets: £15 (£13 concessions for senior citizens and 1 per group of 8 go free) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

THURSDAY 29 NOVEMBER, 8PM JONGLEURS COMEDY ON TOUR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Two hours of top stand-up the audience are in for a bumper night of laughs with the best from the comedy circuit. Suitable for over 18s only. Tickets £11 (£13 on the door plus concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

TOWN HALLS

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FRIDAY 30 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM STARS OF THE OPERA HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL This brand new production offers a feast of classical favourites, fused with the greatest pop songs of our time, delivered with style, charm and panache by an extremely talented cast. Featuring stars from France, Spain, UK, Australia and beyond, Stars of The Opera is a truly international concert experience. From spectacular four part harmony arrangements of opera classics such as Nessun Dorma, to the toe-tapping hand-clapping sing-along fun of Bohemian Rhapsody, this incredible show has something for everyone. Tickets: £22 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER, 7.15PM HAMMONDS SALTAIRE CHRISTMAS CONCERT BATLEY TOWN HALL Brass Band Christmas Concert with Hammonds Saltaire Band and guests Batley Parish School Singing Group. Tickets: £10 (£8 OAPs, students, under 16s) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER, 7.30PM KATE RUSBY AT CHRISTMAS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Yorkshire lass Kate Rusby returns to the town hall. Her second performance promises a programme ﬁlled with Christmas songs, providing the perfect Christmas treat for yourself or a friend. Tickets: £22.50 (£14 for under 16s) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

MONDAY 3 DECEMBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH NIGEL OGDEN BBC THE ORGANIST ENTERTAINS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Verdi and Berlioz: Marching through the classics Strauss: Music from the Great Waltz Adam: O Holy Night Ogden: Mr Mozart takes a Sleigh Ride Henderson and Conway: Seasonal Joe and Russ Arr Ogden: Tower Ballroom Classics Arr Ogden: Santa’s Seasonal Songbook Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

TUESDAY 4 DECEMBER, 7.15PM HANDEL’S MESSIAH - HUDDERSFIELD VOICES HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Huddersﬁeld Voices perform Handel’s Messiah with special guests. Conducted by Alan Brierley. Tickets: £12, £10, (£1 reduction for OAP’s and Students & Children half price) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER, 1PM - 3PM SHALL WE DANCE SOCIAL TEA DANCE DEWSBURY TOWN HALL An afternoon of Latin and Ballroom dancing with a professional ballroom, Latin and Sequence dance DJ. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon of social dancing. Tickets: £3 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER, 7.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORCHESTRA OF OPERA NORTH SYMPHONIC DANCES HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Rachmaninov: Symphonic Dances Glass: Violin Concerto Sibelius: Symphony No.5 in Eb Conductor: Richard Farnes Violin: Jack Liebeck Tickets: £8 - £24 (with concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

TOWN HALLS

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OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2012

SUNDAY 9 DECEMBER, 3PM CHRISTMAS CRACKER - MAYOR’S CHARITY CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER, 7.15PM CHRISTMAS WITH HONLEY MALE VOICE CHOIR HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

With The Huddersﬁeld Choral Society Junior Choir, Lindley Junior School and Kirklees Youth Symphony Orchestra. Tickets: £6 - £10 (£2 concessions on all seating for under 16s) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

This is a popular annual event for our friends and supporters. We will be joined by our guest, American Mezzo-Soprano Callie Denbigh and from Wales, The Cory Band who have been world Number 1 for the past 5 years. It will be an evening of popular and seasonal music. Tickets: £16, £12, £7 (concessions available) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

MONDAY 10 DECEMBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD BRASS BAND HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

Tickets: £17 - £44 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

MONDAY 10 DECEMBER, 7PM SHELLEY MUSIC CENTRE CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Shelley Music Centre Christmas Concert. Tickets: £6, £5 (stalls only: Children & senior citizens £4) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

WEDNESDAY 12 DECEMBER, 12.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON LUNCHTIME CHAMBER CONCERT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD BRASS BAND DEWSBURY TOWN HALL For many of the Dewsbury audience Christmas starts when they come to hear the wonderful University of Huddersﬁeld Brass Band. Here they are in concert, with lots of new pieces to welcome in the Festive Season, and carols for all to sing. Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

WEDNESDAY 12 DECEMBER, 7.30PM THE RAT PACK AT CHRISTMAS CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Festive fun all the way as the Purveyors of Cool swing into town with a sensational live show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century. Every song is an absolute classic like Under My Skin, Mr Bojangles, That’s Amore, Come Fly With Me and of course many seasonal gems. The BBC summed it up in one word ‘MAGNIFICENT’. HYPERLINK “http://www.ratpack.biz” www.ratpack.biz Tickets: £19 (no concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

HONLEY MALE VOICE CHOIR - Huddersfield Town Hall

SATURDAY 15 - SUNDAY 23 DECEMBER, VARIOUS TIMES SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Once again Showstoppers present one of the most popular pantomimes of them all, with spectacular effects and glittering song and dance. A must for all the family. Tickets: £9 (£7 Children & senior citizens) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SUNDAY 16 DECEMBER, 7.15PM (DOORS OPEN 6.30PM) COLNE VALLEY MALE VOICE CHOIR PRESENTS A CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Musical Director: Thom Meredith Accompanist: Keith Swallow With guests The Brighouse & Rastrick Band Tickets: available after 1 September from Roger Fielding, tel: 01484 846262 until 16 November, then available from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SUNDAY 16 DECEMBER, 7.30PM BLACK DYKE BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT DEWSBURY TOWN HALL Christmas Concert with guests Skelmanthorpe Male Voice Choir. Tickets: £13 (£12 concessions + £1 discount for Friends quoting our password which will be MASQUERADE) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

What better way to celebrate 25 years of success than performing a show. Showcasing choreography and performance, skills and all dance styles. This celebrating performance is not to be missed! Here’s to the next 25 years. Tickets: £8, £7.50 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER, 7.30PM HUDDERSFIELD CHORAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

HUDDERSFIELD CHORAL SOCIETY - Huddersfield Town Hall

FRIDAY 21 DECEMBER, 7.30PM CHRISTMAS GALA EVENING XVII HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL With The Lindley Band and Star Guests. Tickets: TBA from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 28 DECEMBER, 3PM (NOTE TIME) KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORCHESTRA OF OPERA NORTH – VIENNESE WHIRL HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Book early for this ever-popular afternoon of Viennese Classics – deﬁnitely a highlight of the season. Conductor: Jacek Kaspsyzk Tenor: Ed Lyon Tickets: £14 all areas, £4 for under 26s, £1 for under 16s (with no further concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

Coming soon . . . TUESDAY 15 – SUNDAY 20 JANUARY 2013, VARIOUS TIMES JACK AND THE BEANSTALK - DEWSBURY COLLEGIANS DEWSBURY TOWN HALL

With Brighouse and Rastrick Band and the Huddersﬁeld Junior Choirs. Tickets: £10 - £29 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

THURSDAY 13 DECEMBER, 7.30PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORCHESTRA OF OPERA NORTH - CHRISTMAS DEWSBURY TOWN HALL

Gordon Stewart is again joined by the Girls’ Choir of Wakefield Cathedral and for the first time by the Kirklees Music School String Quartet Just Four Strings in a programme full of Christmas cheer! Organ music includes Daquin’s Noel in G and Dance variations on Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer by Clifton Hughes. Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Offices or pay on the door

WEDNESDAY 19 DECEMBER, 7.15PM HUDDERSFIELD CHORAL SOCIETY - MESSIAH HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

The annual appearance of the University Brass Band is a Christmas highlight for many Kirklees concert-goers. Here they are again under their charismatic conductor Phillip McCann in a new programme for Christmas. Tickets: £5 (£3.50 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces or pay on the door

THURSDAY 6 & FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER, 7PM CHRIS BEAUMONT SCHOOL OF DANCE 25TH CELEBRATION CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL

SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER, 8PM BURLESQUE AND CABARET EVENING DEWSBURY TOWN HALL

MONDAY 17 DECEMBER, 1PM KIRKLEES CONCERT SEASON ORGAN CONCERT WITH GORDON STEWART, THE GIRL CHORISTERS OF WAKEFIELD CATHEDRAL AND THE KIRKLEES MUSIC SCHOOL STRING QUARTET HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL

Britten: St. Nicholas Handel: Messiah (excerpts) Conductor: Timothy Burke Chorus of Opera North Tickets: £7 - £19 (with concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 14 DECEMBER, 7.30PM BLACK DYKE BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Christmas Concert. Tickets: £13 (£12 concessions + £1 discount for Friends quoting our password which will be ‘MASQUERADE’ from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

OCTOBER 18, 23, 25 & 30 NOVEMBER 1, 6, 8, 13, 15 DECEMBER 4, 11, 27 TEA DANCES, 2-4PM CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL

Fee Fi Fo Fum, here’s a show for everyone. Traditional panto at its best, singing, dancing and the rest, that doesn’t cost a treasure chest. Take a turn to hiss and boo, see what magic beans can do. As the beanstalk grows so high, to the Giant in the sky. And Jack becomes a man of means, all because of a bag of beans. Tickets: £8.50, £8 (£6 concessions plus Tuesday evening special offer: All stall seats £5) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SATURDAY 2 MARCH 2013, 7.30PM THE EVERLY BROTHERS & FRIENDS TRIBUTE SHOW CLECKHEATON TOWN HALL Tribute concert to the Everly Brothers featuring The Temple Brothers plus special guests tributes to Hank Marvin, Dusty Springﬁeld and Billy Fury. Tickets: £12 (£10 concessions) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

THURSDAY 21 MARCH 2013, 7.30PM CHARITY BRASS BAND CONCERT DEWSBURY TOWN HALL Pat’s People proudly presents the world renowned Black Dyke Band in a charity concert, fundraising for Rays of Hope Trust Fund at St James’s Hospital, Leeds, part of the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Charitable Foundation (Reg. Charity 1075308) and raising awareness of gallbladder cancer dedicated to Mrs Patricia Willis’ memory. Tickets: £12.50 (£10 concessions for OAP’s and under 16s) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

Admission £1.50 including tea and biscuits

FRIDAY 5 APRIL, 7.30PM COLIN FRY – THE PEOPLES MEDIUM HIGHER SENSES TOUR 2012 HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Being one of the World’s most recognised Spiritualist Mediums and Healers, Colin’s TV series “6th Sense” has now been broadcast worldwide for 10 years making his public performances an International demand. This year’s tour will once again see Colin Fry bring his own unique form of comfort and upliftment to ordinary people living ordinary lives, proving once again he IS very much the Peoples Medium. QUOTE: Torquay Journalist “If you only ever go to see one Medium, make sure its Colin Fry”. Tickets: £16 (early bird offer until 31 December) £18 (From 1 January 2013 onwards) Four tickets bought together are £60 throughout the sale period from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 10 MAY 2013, 7.30PM MAGIC OF MOTOWN HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Tickets: £19 (before 31 December) £22 (from 1 January 2013) from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SUNDAY 2 JUNE 2013, 7PM KEN DODD – HAPPINESS SHOW HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Tickets: £16.50 & £18.50 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

FRIDAY 14 MARCH 2014, 8PM SARAH MILLICAN – HOME BIRD HUDDERSFIELD TOWN HALL Tickets: £16.50 & £18.50 from Kirklees Booking Ofﬁces

SARAH MILLICAN - Huddersfield Town Hall

KIRKLEES BOOKING OFFICES

DEWSBURY TOWN HALL BOX OFFICE TEL: 01924 324 501 Dewsbury Town Hall, Old Wakefield Road, 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 Road, Holmfirth, Huddersfield HD9 3JP

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hcmf//

Friday 16 - Sunday 25 November The UK’s foremost festival of new music, Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival (hcmf//) announces its 35th anniversary programme of events which combines celebrations of the anniversaries of three seminal composers (John Cage’s Centennial, Wolfgang Rihm’s 60th birthday and Danish composer Pelle Gudmundsen-Holmgreen’s 80th) with a ground-breaking programme of Learning & Participation events including the UK premiere of Korall Koral, an interactive baby opera and the world premiere of John Surman’s Lifelines, a choral piece co-commissioned by hcmf// and BBC Radio 3, to be performed by the multi-award-winning Bolsterstone Male Voice Choir. The programme also features the UK premiere of String Quartet No 2: Traces, a new work by Yorkshire-born korall koral - Photo credit: Christina Lindgren

Dancing cranes - Photo credit: Kathy Hinde

composer Naomi Pinnock, performed by Festival favourites, the virtuoso Arditti Quartet. This year’s programme, curated by Graham McKenzie (Artistic Director of the Festival since 2006) puts the unique voice of this year’s hcmf// composer-in-residence, Norwegian Maja S K Ratkje, at its centre, with concerts of her work being performed throughout the Festival. As both a composer and performer, world premieres of Ratkje’s work include a performance by Norway’s Cikada Ensemble, one of Europe’s leading contemporary music ensembles. Other world premieres include works by the 2010 hcmf// composer-in-residence, British composer Rebecca Saunders, and Claudia Molitor, who is also showing a film of her work, Remember Me, a miniature, multimedia opera staged inside her grandmother’s writing desk. Established in 1978, hcmf// is the UK’s foremost festival of new music and occupies a unique position locally, regionally and nationally; it is held over 10 days in November each year in a variety of venues around Huddersfield and features over fifty events, including concerts, installations, talks, exhibitions, master classes, workshops, drop-in and durational events. The Festival attracts composers, artists and an audience from around the world. www.hcmf.co.uk T: Festival Office - 01484 472900 Box Office: 01484 430528 E: hcmfinfo@hud.co.uk

Dewsbury Homemade Community Festival Saturday 10 November conversations

A brand new and exciting festival celebrating making, learning and sharing will take place at Dewsbury Town Hall. The Homemade Festival will take place inside and outside the Town Hall from 10am to 4pm offering an array of foods, craft and gift stalls, cookery demonstrations, craft workshops, tours, family entertainment and live music. The Homemade Festival will bring together, in one place, a brilliant choice of things to buy, new things try and learn in our demonstrations. Stalls already booked include crocheted goods, ready-made cookie mix table and kitchen ware through to jams, preserves and French crepes. Perhaps your taste runs to the exotic – how about ostrich or kangaroo burgers? G e t yo u r C h r i s t m a s shopping off to a great start with some unusual gifts – how about a traditional woollen blankets made from recycled Huddersfield yarn, or handcrafted jewellery created from broken skate-

boards? Stock up on your greetings cards, Christmas stationery and handmade tree decorations. Who loves Cake? This Festival has its very own Cake Quarter where you can view, buy and eat cakes in a dedicated area within the Town Hall. You’ll even be able to buy a cup of tea to help you enjoy your purchase. Demonstra tions and workshops include cake decorating and chocolate truffle making as well as photography and craft workshops. Another key feature of this Festival will be sharing. We’ll open our Festival Share Wall where you can post your family’s favourite recipes, craft ideas or those weird but wonderful household tips. B r i n g yo u r ‘ s h a re s ’ along and pop them onto our Festival Share Wall for everyone to see. Don’t forget your notepad and pen to make sure you don’t miss out any good ‘shares’! Follow us on twitter @HomemadeFest

www.communitykirklees.org.uk Community conversations is a way for voluntary and community organisations in Kirklees to share what they know and make new connections (both with each other and with local service providers). The Community conversations web site brings together information that local organisations are already publishing online, such as blogs and twitter feeds. Groups can also add their own articles to the website, so that we can all benefit from each other’s experiences. It can help your group to find out what other groups are doing, share what you know, collaborate with other organisations, access funding and training opportunities, get advice and useful information and tell people about the valuable work you do. Through Community Conversations Christine, a local volunteer, found out about community reporting and has since taken part in two projects, learning how to interview people and make her own videos. Mr Taylor got advice about setting up a new support group. Two community projects who support older people have made contact for the first time. There are a number ways to get involved in Community Conversations. You can subscribe to get the latest news by email, you can comment on any article on the site or share your links to promote your work. You can rate the articles and share them via email, twitter, Facebook etc. or you can become an author - we’ll show you how add your own articles. No previous experience of editing websites is necessary. If you’re a member of a local community organisation and you’d like to become one of our authors, you can attend a free content workshop to get you started. We will also give you a simple step-by-step guide. To find out more or book a place on a content workshop, please contact: Diane Sims (Kirklees Council). Tel. 01484 414823 or email: diane.sims@kirklees.gov.uk

W H AT ’ S O N ART, CRAFTS AND SCULPTURE ❑ EVERY WED 10.30AM - 11.15AM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. STORYTIMES FOR UNDER FIVES Storytime session for under fives, with stories, rhymes, songs and crafts Admission/Enquiries: Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 ❑ EVERY WED 5.15PM - 6.45PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. CREATIVE WRITING Come along and find your creative side. This is an informal gathering for those with a love of the written word. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ EVERY THU 7.30PM - 9.30PM Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse, HD6 2AX. BRIGHOUSE ART CIRCLE'S WEEKLY MEETING A friendly society with a varied programme, including demonstrations, workshops, life models and exhibitions. Admission/Enquiries: Geoff Habergham 01482 712947 ❑ EVERY SAT 9.00AM - 4.30PM Holmfirth Market, 38 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. HOLMFIRTH CRAFT AND 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. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ SAT 20 OCT, SAT 17 NOV & SAT 15 DEC 10.00AM - 12NOON Kirkwood Hospice, 21 Albany Road, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9UY. CAPITAL APPEAL COFFEE MORNINGS Themed monthly coffee mornings for the public to attend to catch up on the latest news on the Capital Appeal, also a chance to see how the build is progressing. Admission/Enquiries: Siobhan Hooper 01484 557911 or at siobhan.hooper@kirkwoodhospice.co.uk SAT ❑ 20 OCT & SAT 10 NOV 10.00AM – 2.00PM Queensgate Market Demonstration Zone, Queensgate Market, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD12UJ. MAKE IT AND TAKE IT - CRAFTS Free drop in kids workshop. Drop in, make something and take it away with you! Admission/Enquiries: Free Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ SAT 20 OCT & SAT 17 NOV 10.00AM – 2.00PM Queensgate Market Demonstration Zone, Queensgate Market, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2UJ. MAKE IT AND TAKE IT - GARDENING Free drop in kids workshop with a gardening theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ EVERY 4TH WED (EXCLUDING DECEMBER)

7.30PM Spen X Social Club, Moorlands House, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3SU. FLOWER ARRANGING DEMONSTRATION A demonstration of flower arranging which will last for around an hour and a half. Admission/Enquiries: Membership: £29 for the year. Guest admission: £5 per visit. Tel: 01924 501343 or email: svflowerclub@ntlworld.com ❑ THU 25 OCT – THU 22 NOV 6.00PM – 8.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. AFTER SCHOOL CLUB FOR TEACHERS - ANDREW HAMBLETON Our new teacher training sessions offer practical, hands on training for teachers and educators in a wide variety of simple, effective printmaking techniques, using water-based inks and non-toxic materials. It is a great way to learn new skills to pass on to others, or to refresh your knowledge of a particular process. Admission/Enquiries: Course cost: £20 for non-members and £18 for members West Yorkshire Print Workshop 01924 497646 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 9.00AM - 12NOON Newsome South Methodist Church, Birch Road, Berry Brow, Huddersfield, HD4 7LP. TABLE TOP SALE Table top sale fundraiser for Berry Brow Carnival 2013. Admission/Enquiries: 50p admission. Tables £6 Carol Waters 01484 349197 / 07740 425093 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 10.00AM – 3.00PM The Old Bridge Hotel, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA. THE HALLOWEEN PARTY - THRILLER DAY Watch out for the zombies in the town! Games and competitions, Thriller dance lesson, Thriller dance performance. Admission/Enquiries: Dance lessons £3 per person Lucie Lee 07752 246185 07752 246185 ❑ SAT 27 OCT, SAT 10 NOV, SAT 24 NOV & SAT 8 DEC 11.00AM – 1.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. CRAFT CLUB An opportunity to share skills with expert and beginners alike plus have a cuppa and a chat. Admission/Enquiries: Tel: 01924 497646 ❑ SAT 27 OCT & SAT 24 NOV 2.00PM – 4.00PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. RED HOUSE CRAFT BEE This monthly group led by Marilyn Moon is a chance to enjoy craftwork socially and to share/learn skills such as needlepoint, beadwork, lacework and knitting in a friendly inspiring environment. Admission/Enquiries: Free but members buy own materials. Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ SAT 29 OCT 10.00AM – 3.00PM Cleckheaton Market, Horncastle Street, Cleckheaton, BD19 3HJ. HAUNTED HALF-TERM AT CLECKHEATON MARKET Trick or treat trail, fancy dress competition for under 12's and free spooky face painting. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730

❑ MON 29 OCT - FRI 2 NOV 10.30AM – 11.30AM Slaithwaite Library, 8 Britannia Road, Slaithwaite, HD7 5HG. MONSTER SMOOTHIES Invent, create, and taste deliciously gruesome smoothies .... to drink and to display Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking is essential. Slaithwaite Library 01484 222500 ❑ MON 29 OCT 2.00PM – 3.00PM Birkby and Fartown Library and Information Centre, Wasps Nest Road, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD1 6HA. HALLOWEEN CRAFTS SESSION Crafts session for all the family Admission/Enquiries: Free. Birkby and Fartown LIC 01484 223098 ❑ MON 29 OCT 2.30PM – 3.30PM Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Thornhill LIC 01924 324178 ❑ MON 29 OCT 7.30PM - 9.30PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. THE SECRET MAP OF PENDLE A storytelling event to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Pendle Witch Trial Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £3 (£2.00 Kirklees Passports). Birstall Library 01924 326227 Kirklees Booking Offices 01484 223200/222444 or 01924 324501 ❑ TUE 30 OCT 10.30AM – 11.30AM Heckmondwike Library, Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0LY. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Heckmondwike Library 01924 325637

❑ SAT 3 NOV 10.00AM – 4.00PM Lindley C of E Infants School, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3NE. CRAFT & GIFT FAYRE St. Stephen’s Church, Lindley are holding their 18th annual fayre. Over 40 stalls of quality gifts, crafts and quality clothing from artists and craft people. Also home produce stalls. Refreshments available all day. Lunch served from 12noon until 2pm. Admission/Enquiries: £1 Mrs Gee 0788 1650016 ❑ SAT 3 NOV 1.30PM - 3.30PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. CRAFT WORKSHOP: BEGINNERS WIREWORK JEWELLERY Learn the basics of wirework jewellery, making earrings, a bracelet and a decorated 'doughnut' style. Admission/Enquiries: £16 Booking essential – pamlonsdale1@gmail.com or Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ MON 5 NOV 2.30PM – 3.15PM Shepley Library and Information Centre, Marsh Lane, Shepley, HD8 8AE. MONSTER CAFÉ Story time and craft with a special Monster café theme for the under 5's and their parent/carers Admission/Enquiries: Free. Shepley LIC 01484 222712 ❑ WED 7 NOV 2.30PM – 5.00PM Denby Dale Library, Wakefield Road, Denby Dale, HD8 8RX. BEES AND BEEKEEPING Discover the craft of beekeeping. Admission/Enquiries: Denby Dale Library 01484 222904

❑ TUE 30 OCT 2.30PM – 4.00PM The Greenwood Centre, Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, WF13 3JR. KITCHEN SCIENCE Have fun making your own 'working' volcano Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential. The Greenwood Centre 01924 325040

❑ WED 7 NOV 2.30PM Golcar Library, Town End, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4QD. BONFIRE STORYTIME Join us at the library for a Bonfire Night themed storytime and make your own firework to take home. Admission/Enquiries: Golcar Library 01484 222138

❑ WED 31 OCT 10.00AM – 4.00PM Dewsbury Market, Cloth Hall Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1QE. HAUNTED HALF-TERM AT DEWSBURY MARKET Free face painting, cookery demonstrations, trick or treat trail and spooky fancy dress competition Admission/Enquiries: Free. Markets Service 01484 223730

❑ SAT 10 NOV 10.00AM – 2.00PM Queensgate Market Demonstration Zone, Queensgate Market, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2UJ. MAKE IT AND TAKE IT - COOKERY Free drop-in fun cookery session. Drop in, make a vegetable calzone and take it away with you! Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730

❑ WED 31 NOV 10.30AM – 11.30AM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme Admission/Enquiries: Free. Dewsbury LIC 01924 325080

❑ SAT 10 & SUN 11 NOV 10.00AM – 4.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. BEGINNER TEXTILE SCREEN PRINTING - CAROL MCEWAN Learn how the screen printing process works in our fully equipped workshop and take home t-shirts and bags printed with your very own designs! No experience necessary. Admission/Enquiries: Course cost: £125 for non-members and £112.50 for members West Yorkshire Print Workshop 01924 497646

❑ WED 31 OCT 2.30PM – 4.00PM Batley Library, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. KITCHEN SCIENCE Have fun making your own 'working' volcano. Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential. Batley LIC 01924 326021 ❑ WED 31 OCT 2.30PM – 3.30PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme Admission/Enquiries: Free. Birstall LIC 01924 326227 ❑ WED 31 OCT 2.30PM – 5.00PM Kirkburton Library, Turnshaws Road, Kirkburton, HD8 0RT. BEES AND BEEKEEPING Discover the craft of beekeeping. Admission/Enquiries: Kirkburton Library 01484 222710 ❑ THU 1 NOV 10.00AM – 12NOON Golcar Library, Town End, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4QD. HALLOWEEN STORY WALK Spooky walk and fun activities Admission/Enquiries: Booking is essentiall. Golcar Library 01484 222138 ❑ THU 1 NOV 10.30AM – 11.30AM Batley Library, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme Admission/Enquiries: Free. Batley LIC 01924 326021 ❑ THU 1 NOV 11.00AM – 1.00PM & 2.00PM – 4.00PM Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ. TRADITIONAL TOY ACTIVITY DAY Half term holiday fun for everyone making and discovering traditional toys and games. Admission/Enquiries: £1 per child (Kirklees Passport holders free). Tolson Museum 01484 223830 ❑ THU 1 NOV 1.30PM – 3.30PM Rawthorpe and Dalton Library and Information Centre, 23-25 Ridgeway, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9QJ. HALLOWEEN STORY WALK Spooky walk and fun activities Admission/Enquiries: Booking is essential. Rawthorpe and Dalton LIC 01484 226609 ❑ THU 1 NOV 2.30PM – 3.30PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. MONSTER CAFÉ Stories and crafts on a Monster café theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ THU 1 NOV 2.30PM – 4.00PM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. KITCHEN SCIENCE Have fun making your own 'working' volcano. Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential. Dewsbury LIC 01924 325040 ❑ THU 1 NOV 2.30PM – 4.00PM Kirkheaton Library, Fields Rise, Kirkheaton, HD5 0LZ. KITCHEN SCIENCE Have fun making your own 'working' volcano. Admission/Enquiries: Booking essential. Kirkheaton Library 01484 222430 ❑ FRI 2 NOV 2.00PM – 4.00PM Honley Library, West Avenue, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6HF. MONSTER SMOOTHIES Invent, create, and taste deliciously gruesome smoothies .... to drink and to display Admission/Enquiries: Free drop in session. Honley Library 01484 222340

■ WHITE CHRISTMAS?: Walks around Christmas time - see Walks, Rides and Conservation

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

❑ SAT 3 NOV 10.00AM – 2.00PM Queensgate Market Demonstration Zone, Queensgate Market, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2UJ. MAKE IT AND TAKE IT - CRAFTS Free drop-in fun craft sessions for kids 01484 223730

❑ SAT 3 NOV 10.00AM – 4.00PM Batley Town Hall, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. CRAFT FAIR Lots of stalls with craft and Christmas goods. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £1 on the door. For more information - Helen Wall 01924 476566

❑ SAT 10 NOV 11.00AM – 5.00PM West Yorkshire Print Workshop, 75a Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AT. INTRODUCTION TO PHOTO-ETCHING: KATHRYN DESFORGES Photo-etching is a welcome alternative to complicated and sometimes hazardous print processes. Admission/Enquiries: £60.00 for non-members and £54.00 for members. West Yorkshire Print Workshop 01924 497646 ❑ MON 19 - THU 22 NOV 7.30PM & MATINEES WED 21 & THU 22 NOV 2.00PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. FESTIVAL OF FILM A show of members' prize winning films together with the very popular magazine of local events. Admission/Enquiries: Joan Spencer 01484 658248 ❑ WED 21 NOV 2.00PM – 2.45PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. STORYTIME AND CRAFT Come along to the library for a story, craft making and fun. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall LIC 01924 326227 ❑ EVERY SUN FROM 25 NOV UNTIL 23 DEC (EXCEPT 16 DEC) 10.00AM - 4.30PM Holmfirth Market, 38 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT HOLMFIRTH MARKET Christmas shopping with a fabulous range of gift ideas from local businesses. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730

South Yorkshire’s most spooky Castle

Family Events Wentworth Castle Gardens

Ghost Walks through the gardens Wednesday, October 31st, booking essential

Traditional Family Bonﬁre Monday, November 5th, book online!

Christmas at the castle Booking for Santa now being taken, special rates for school & other groups

www.wentworthcastle.org TEL: 01226 776040

heritagetrust@wentworthcastle.org Wentworth Castle Gardens, Barnsley, Satnav users: S75 3EN Near J37 M1

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

W H AT ’ S O N EXHIBITIONS, TALKS AND LEARNING

Christmas Special Tea Dance

Wednesday 5 December, 1pm - 3pm Dewsbury Town Hall. Admission: £3 ssential sential ential on 01484 223200 Booking is Essential ess..gov.uk/townhalls www.kirklees.gov.uk/townhalls

Social Tea Dance

Wednesday 7 November, 1pm - 3pm pm m Huddersﬁeld Town Hall. Admission: on:: £3 Booking is Essential on 01484 223200 32 2 200 www.kirklees.gov.uk/townhalls

For details of regular weekly dance sessions please contactt Kelly on 01484 234092 orr e-mail kelly.brown@kirklees.gov.uk ovv.uk v

❑ UNTIL SAT 3 NOV USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Huddersfield Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. 116TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF MEMBERS' WORK A vibrant exhibition of work by members of the Huddersfield Art Society in a wide variety of media and themes, both traditional and contemporary. Most work for sale and a wonderful opportunity to purchase an original piece of art by local artists. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Shirley Waddington 01484 609622 ❑ UNTIL SAT 10 NOV USUALGALLERY OPENING TIMES Huddersfield Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. PATRICK PROCKTOR: ART AND LIFE, CURATED BY IAN MASSEY This exhibition will show paintings and works on paper by Patrick Procktor. As the first museum's show of Procktor's work since his death in 2003, it will constitute a unique opportunity to consider the career of this somewhat neglected artist. It will also explore the cultural context and Procktor's life in 1960s and 1970s London. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Huddersfield Art Gallery 01484 221964 ❑ UNTIL SUN 18 NOV USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Dewsbury Museum, Crow Nest Park, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2SG. JEFF BEAUMONT ART EXHIBITION Jeff Beaumont has lived within two miles of Holmfirth all his life and paints watercolour landscapes. Admission/Enquiries: Dewsbury Museum 01924 325100 ❑ EVERY WED 5.00PM - 6.30PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. COMMUNITY POLICE DROP-IN Come along and meet your local police team where you can discuss any issues in your neighbourhood, report crime and antisocial behaviour or get crime prevention advice. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ WED 17 OCT 7.30PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. BOMBER COMMAND SIGNALS UNIT IN THE 1950S Huddersfield Military History Society present a talk by Len Oliver. Admission/Enquiries: £2 on the door. Mel Spedding 01484 604035 ❑ USUALLY THE 3RD WED OF EVERY MONTH 7.30PM - 9.30PM Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. OPEN MIC POETRY CLUB: WRITE OUT LOUD Marsden presents a Write Out Loud open-floor poetry evening. Bring along one of your favourite poems, or some of your own work, to share with this lively group of poetry lovers. Admission/Enquiries: £2 donation. Diane Green 01484 226364 ❑ EVERY THU UNTIL 6 DEC (10 WEEK COURSE) 2.00PM – 4.00PM Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. COURSE: UNDERSTANDING LOCAL BUILDINGS AD 1000-1700 Discover the rich heritage of historic local buildings in this fully illustrated course which looks at houses great and small, churches, chapels, farm buildings and institutional structures. Admission/Enquiries: £60, YVBSG members £55, half-fee benefit recipients Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ EVERY FRI 9.30AM - 3.30PM Paddock Village Hall, West View, Paddock, Huddersfield, HD1 4TX. FREE IT DROP-IN SESSION Staff and volunteers provide support with getting online, using the internet and email and do free UK online short courses. Admission/Enquiries: Please ring Simon 01484 431400 to book a place on a course. ❑ SAT 20 OCT – SAT 16 FEB 2013 USUAL MUSEUM OPENING TIMES Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. EXHIBITION: GREETINGS FROM GOMERSAL Memories of life in 'old Gomersal' as captured by Kirklees Sound Archive interviewing local people around 1990. Access by stairs only. Admission/Enquiries: Usual Red House admission charges apply. Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ EVERY SAT 1.00PM - 3.00PM Dalton Green Lane Allotment, Dalton Green Lane, Dalton, HD5 9YE. DALTON GARDENING PROJECT Gardening project for young people aged 13-19 years. ❑ SAT 20 OCT 2.00PM FOR 2.15PM Salendine Nook Baptist Church, Moorhill Road, Huddersfield, HD3 3SF. ANTIQUES ROAD SHOW BY BARRY WILKINSON Barry is making another return visit, the last being at the 2010 AGM when he talked about English Glass Admission/Enquiries: Entrance to talks £3 for members and £4 for non-members. John Griffiths 01484 ❑ EVERY TUE (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) 10.00AM - 1.00PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. KIRKLEES CITIZEN'S ADVICE Kirklees Citizens Advice offer free, impartial and confidential advice and assistance on a wide range of issues including: debt, employment, housing, benefits, form filling, immigration, personal and family matters and much more. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Booking essential. Appointments 01484 451381 ❑ EVERY ALTERNATE WED (STARTING FROM 24 OCT) 2.00PM 4.00PM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. RESEARCH YOUR FAMILY TREE Family history sessions every alternate Wednesday Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ 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 annual members fee (gains free entry to Presidents and Annual writing competitions held within the group) Rebecca Wilson – pegglass98hotmail.com ❑ EVERY ALTERNATE THU 12.30PM – 1.00PM (NEXT DROP-IN 25 OCT) Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. LOCAL COUNCILLOR DROP-IN Talk to your local councillor about community issues. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ SUN 28 OCT - SUN 9 DEC USUAL GALLERY OPENING TIMES Batley Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. AIM - ARTISTS IN MIND AiM artists present an exhibition of artwork celebrating the therapeutic power of creative activity. Admission/Enquiries: Free entry Batley Art Gallery 01924 326021 ❑ MON 29 OCT – SAT 10 NOV USUAL LIBRARY OPENING TIMES Huddersfield Lending Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. EXPLORE THE WORLD OF SCIENCE Discover how you and your children can get involved in science via online resources. Admission/Enquiries: Free Huddersfield Lending Library 01484 221959 / 221960 ❑ MON 29 OCT 7.30 PM Huddersfield Town Hall Reception Room, Corporation Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. THE BASQUE CHILDREN OF '37 ASSOCIATION A talk on the Basque refugee children who came to camps in Britain in 1937 - including one at

Almondbury. Admission/Enquiries: £2 on the door, free to HLHS members. www.huddersfieldhistory.worldpress.com ❑ TUE 30 OCT & TUE 27 NOV 10.30AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. COFFEE PLUS IN BIRSTALL Coffee Plus, as the name suggests, is a coffee morning plus extras. These free monthly sessions are a great way to get together for coffee and a chat and enjoy a range of extra activities, including guest speakers. Admission/Enquiries: Free event, but booking advisable. Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ TUE 30 OCT & TUE 6 NOV 10.45AM – 11.15AM Lindley Library and Information Centre, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JP. BABY RHYME TIME Rhyme time with a counting theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free Lindley Library and Information Centre 01484 222172 ❑ TUE 30 OCT 11.00AM - 12NOON Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking. Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Dewsbury LIC 01924 325080 ❑ TUE 30 OCT 2.30PM – 3.30PM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ TUE 30 OCT 7.00PM - 8.30PM Huddersfield Lending Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. HAUNTED HUDDERSFIELD Local author, Kai Roberts, gives an illustrated talk about his latest book, Haunted Huddersfield. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £2, £1 Kirklees Passport holders, from Huddersfield Visitor Centre or Kirklees Box Offices Diane Green 01484 226364 ❑ WED 31 OCT 10.00AM – 12NOON Huddersfield Lending Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. THE LIVING LIBRARY Coffee morning with Nilam Ashra-McGrath, writer in residence. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Huddersfield Lending Library 01484 221959/221960 ❑ WED 31 OCT 11.00AM - 12NOON Huddersfield Lending Library, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Huddersfield Library 01484 221959 ❑ WED 31 OCT 2.30PM – 3.30PM Chestnut Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1HJ. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Chestnut Centre 01484 234274 ❑ WED 31 OCT 6.00PM – 6.45PM Holmfirth Library and Information Centre, 47 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. BEDTIME STORIES Put on your pyjamas and join us for some spooky Halloween stories. Admission/Enquiries: Free – Holmfirth LIC 01484 222430 ❑ WED 31 OCT 6.00PM – 6.45PM Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. BEDTIME STORIES Put on your pyjamas and join us for some spooky Halloween stories Admission/Enquiries: Free – Marsden LIC 01484 222555 ❑ THU 1 NOV 11.00AM - 12NOON Holmfirth Library and Information Centre, 47 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking. Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Holmfirth LIC 01484 222430 ❑ THU 1 & 22 NOV & THU 13 DEC 11.00AM – 12NOON Northfield Hall, 40 Norfolk Avenue, Sheepridge, Huddersfield, HD2 1GS. BRACKENHALL NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAM (NPT) CONTACT POINT Held by local police community support officers (PCSOs) to give members of the public an opportunity to speak to them about any issues they may be experiencing, any information they may require, or any information they would like to inform the police of. The surgeries are held in the cafeteria. Admission/Enquiries: Tel: 01484 551532 ❑ THU 1 NOV 2.30PM – 3.30PM Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. ENIGMA Discover the secrets of code making and code breaking. Admission/Enquiries: Free - booking essential. Marsden LIC 01484 222555 ❑ SAT 3 NOV 11.00AM – 3.00PM Dewsbury Library, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ. MASTERMIND A series of codes and quizzes to challenge the family Admission/Enquiries: Free Dewsbury Library 01924 325080 ❑ MON 5 NOV 11.00AM – 11.45AM Slaithwaite Library, 8 Britannia Road, Slaithwaite, HD7 5HG. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Slaithwaite Library 01484 222500 ❑ MON 5 NOV 2.30PM – 3.00PM Holmfirth Library and Information Centre, 47 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Holmfirth LIC 01484 222430 ❑ RUNS FROM 31/10/2012 TO 08/11/2012 INCLUSIVE. Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. BEDTIME STORIES Put on your pyjamas and join us for some spooky Halloween stories Admission/Enquiries: Free – Birstall LIC 01924 326227 ❑ MON 5 NOV 7.15PM Fartown Trinity Methodist Church, Spaines Road, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD2 2SA. THE LAMBERTS AND WHO? Talk presented by Huddersfield Recorded Music Society Admission/Enquiries: Non-members £2.50 Anne Hartley 01274 873677 ❑ FIRTST TUE OF THE MONTH 10.00AM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. COFFEE PLUS IN CLECKHEATON Coffee Plus, as the name suggests, is a coffee morning plus extras. These free monthly sessions are a great way to get together for coffee and a chat and enjoy a range of extra activities, including guest speakers. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ TUE 6 NOV 10.00AM – 10.45AM Heckmondwike Library, Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0LY. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Heckmondwike Library 01924 325637 ❑ TUE 6 NOV 10.30AM – 11.00AM Almondbury Library, Stocks Walk, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD5 8XB. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Almondbury Library 01484 223183 ❑ FIRST TUESDAY IN MONTH 2.00PM Birstall Library and

W H AT ’ S O N Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. READING GROUP Informal meeting for book lovers, to discuss and share views on the latest books. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ WED 7 NOV 10.00AM – 3.00PM Culture and Leisure Services, Red Doles Lane, Huddersfield, HD2 1YF. MOVING MORE OFTEN A training programme suitable for people interested in promoting and/or delivering activity for older and or less mobile or frailer people Admission/Enquiries: For information contact Louise H Taylor 01484 234092 or email: louiseh.taylor@kirklees.gov.uk ❑ WED 7 NOV 2.15PM – 3.00PM Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Marsden LIC 01484 222555 ❑ WED 7 NOV 2.30PM – 3.15PM Thornhill Lees Library and Information Centre, 53 Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9DU. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Thornhill Lees LIC 01924 324178 ❑ WED 7 NOV 5.30PM – 6.15PM Batley Library, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. BEDTIME STORIES Put on your pyjamas and join us for some spooky Halloween stories. Admission/Enquiries: Free – Batley Library 01924 326021 ❑ THU 8 NOV 10.00AM – 10.45AM Batley Library, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Batley Library 01924 326201 ❑ THU 8 NOV 9.45AM FOR 10.30AM Huddersfield Town Hall Old Court Room, Huddersfield Town Hall, Corporation Street entrance, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. HOLME VALLEY LADS Talk by Pamela Cooksey telling story of soldiers of the First World War. Admission/Enquiries: £3 for members and £4 for non-members. John Griffiths 01484 845009 ❑ THU 8 NOV 11.00AM – 11.45AM Mirfield Library, Easthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AN. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme. Admission/Enquiries: Free – Mirfield Library 01484 326470 ❑ THU 8 NOV 5.30PM – 6.15AM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX. BEDTIME STORIES Put on your pyjamas and join us for some spooky Halloween stories Admission/Enquiries: Free – Cleckheaton Library 01274 335170 ❑ THU 8 NOV 7.15 P.M. Batley Town Hall, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. HOLIDAYS IN FRANCE An illustrated presentation of anecdotes by Karen and Malcolm Ellis. Admission/Enquiries: £1 for members, £2 for guests (includes a glass of wine or a soft drink) Gill 01274 879325 ❑ THU 8 NOV 7.30PM - 9.00PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. MEET ANDY MCNAB, BEST SELLING AUTHOR Author talk followed by a question and answer session and a book signing opportunity (no photography). Bar available. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £2 from Kirklees Box Offices Kirklees Booking Offices 01484 223200/222444 or 01924 324501 ❑ FRI 9 NOV 10.15AM – 10.45AM Honley Liberal Club, Cuckoo Lane, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AS. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Honley Library 01484 222340 ❑ FRI 9 NOV 10.30AM – 11.00AM Meltham Library and Information Centre, Meltham Town Hall, Huddersfield Road, Meltham, HD9 4AG. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: Free – Meltham LIC 01484 222606 ❑ FRI 9 NOV 2.30PM – 3.00PM Lindley Library and Information Centre, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JP. STORY TIME Come and join in the fun with rhymes and stories with a counting theme Admission/Enquiries: free – Lindley LIC 01484 222172 ❑ FRI 9 NOV 7.30PM Huddersfield Observatory, off Blackmoorfoot Road, Crosland Hill, Huddersfield, HD4 7AF. THE HISTORY OF THE TELESCOPE: FROM 40MM TO 40M Huddersfield Astronomical Society presents a lecture by Prof Michael Merrifield of The University of Nottingham Admission/Enquiries: £2.50 on the door. Paul D Harper 01484 606832

invites you to join Helen Cox as she explores some of the extraordinary women from history. Admission/Enquiries: Kathryn Harrison chair@spenvalleyhisoricalsociety.org.uk ❑ EVERY 2ND WED OF THE MONTH 7.30PM-9.30PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. HUDDERSFIELD FRENCH CIRCLE 2012/13 programme Admission/Enquiries: V Smithson 01484 643031 ❑ SAT 17 NOV 1.00PM - 4.30PM Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. WRITE A GHOST STORY AT OAKWELL HALL Atmospheric creative writing workshop for adults with author and playwright Michael Yates. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8.50 including light lunch and entry into the hall (£6 excluding lunch), from Kirklees Box Offices / Diane Green 01484 226364 ❑ MON 19 NOV 7.15PM Fartown Trinity Methodist Church, Spaines Road, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD2 2SA. WHISTLE A HAPPY TUNE Talk presented by Huddersfield Recorded Music Society Admission/Enquiries: Non-members £2.50 Anne Hartley 01274 873677 ❑ THU 22 NOV 7.00PM FOR 7.15PM Brighouse Civic Hall Supper Room, 5 Bradford Road, Brighouse, HD6 1RW. GREAT MINDS INSPIRED BY JANET NIEPOKOJCZYCKA This is Janet's third visit. She last talked to us in 2010 when she took us 'Through Lakeland by stagecoach’. Do you remember? Cumbria is still her inspiration as this talk is about William Wordsworth, John Ruskin and Beatrix Potter. All names you have heard of, but.... Admission/Enquiries: Entrance to talk £3 for members and £4 for non-members John Griffiths 01484 845009 ❑ MON 26 NOV 9.30AM – 11.30AM The Greenwood Centre, Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, WF13 3JR. DEWSBURY MP SIMON REEVELL'S MOBILE OFFICE Simon Reevell is the Conservative MP for Dewsbury. Please come along and speak to a member of Simon's staff about any local issues. Admission/Enquiries: Constituency Office 01924 465008 ❑ THU 29 NOV 9.45AM FOR 10.30AM Huddersfield Town Hall Old Court Room, Huddersfield Town Hall, Corporation Street entrance, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN AMATEUR AUCTIONEER Talk by Frank Wright. Admission/Enquiries: Entrance to talks: £3 for members and £4 for non-members John Griffiths 01484 845009 ❑ FRI 14 DECEMBER 7.45PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. DEMOGRAPHY, DIET AND HEALTH IN ROMAN YORK Huddersfield and District Archaeological Society present a lecture by Ms L Mcintyre BA, University of Sheffield. Admission/Enquiries: £2.50. Sandra Harding 01484 511400 www.huddarch.org.uk ❑ SAT 15 - SUN 23 DECEMBER USUAL MUSEUM OPENING TIMES Red House Museum, Oxford Road, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, BD19 4JP. THE REGENCY CHRISTMAS HOUSE' DISPLAY Step back 200 years and experience the scents and sights of atmospheric Red House traditionally decorated for Christmas with garlands, swags and a 'kissing bough', all handmade using fresh evergreens from the period Gardens Admission/Enquiries: Normal admission charges apply. Red House Museum 01274 335100 ❑ SAT 15 DEC 7.30PM FOR 8PM Whitley Community Centre, Howroyd Lane, Whitley, Dewsbury, WF12 0NB. CHRISTMAS PARTY The Dewsbury French Circle Christmas Party Admission/Enquiries: Ticket prices available soon Gill 01274 879325 ❑ WED 19 DEC 7.30PM - 9.15PM New North Road Baptist Church, New North Parade, Huddersfield, HD1 5JU. FILM SHOW 40 YEARS OF PENNINE BIRDLIFE A talk and film show on Pennine birdlife and how it has changed over the past 40 years Admission/Enquiries: Pay on the door Members £2 Non Members £3 Robert Haigh 01484 306863

GET TOGETHERS AND SOCIAL DANCE ❑ VARIOUS TIMES AND VENUES SHALL WE ESSENTIALLY DANCE? Regular weekly sessions in ballroom dance and Latin American dance. Beginners welcome. Relive your youth or learn the steps to the jive, waltz, cha cha cha and quickstep. Find out more at www.kirklees.gov.uk/dance or ring Kelly Brown on 01484 234092

❑ FRI 9 NOV 7.45PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF US-CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Huddersfield and District Archaeological Society present a lecture by Dr John Schofield MIFA FSA, University of York. Admission/Enquiries: Entry £2.50 Non-members welcome. Sandra Harding 01484 511400 or www.huddarch.org.uk

❑ EVERY 3RD WED OF THE MONTH 1.30PM – 3.30PM Cleckheaton Town Hall, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RH. DEMENTIA AWARENESS CAFE If you care for someone with dementia or you live with dementia yourself and would like a friendly, enjoyable and informal atmosphere in an inviting location, to have a decent cup of tea or coffee and a chat with people in similar circumstances, come to T&Co at Cleckheaton Town Hall (Bar Lounge) for a cuppa and some fancy buns. Admission/Enquiries: Nisah Imtiaz 07969 339 435 or Brian Garbett 0113 270 8673.

❑ SAT 10 NOV 10.00AM – 4.00PM Batley Town Hall, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. FAMILY AND LOCAL HISTORY FAIR A variety of exhibitors with information relating to family and local history. Speakers on subjects related to genealogy. Admission/Enquiries: £2 on the door. Huddersfield and District Family History Society 01484 859229

❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY, EXCEPT THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 8.00PM The Old Golfhouse Hotel, New Hey Road, Outlane, Huddersfield, HD3 3YP. HALIFAX AND HUDDERSFIELD INTER VARSITY CLUB INFORMAL CLUB NIGHT Come along and join us. New members welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Sylvia 01484 309658

❑ SAT 10 NOV 10.00AM - 4.00PM The Root Cellar, 35 Greens End Road, Meltham, HD9 5NW. FAMILY HISTORY FAIR Help and advice on all aspects of genealogy will be available along with stands and exhibitors and lectures on a variety of subjects Admission/Enquiries: £2.00 and accompanied children are admitted free. Susan Hutson 01484 687146

❑ EVERY FRI (TERM TIME ONLY) 9.15AM - 11.15AM Birstall and Birkenshaw Children's Centre, Fieldhead Crescent, Birstall, WF17 9BP. STAY 'N' PLAY Opportunities for pre-schoolers to socialise, play and learn Admission/Enquiries: Free. Birstall and Birkenshaw Children's Centre 01924 392610

❑ SAT 10 NOV & SAT 8 DEC 10.00AM – 4.00PM Upper Edge Baptist Church, Dewsbury Road, Rastrick, HD6 3QD. BOOKBINDING WORKSHOPS Learn how to make a book from scratch. A different book each month. No experience necessary. Come and learn a new skill. Admission/Enquiries: £20-£25 - pay on the day. Booking is essential. Please contact Jane Bolton on 07526 713724 for more details and to book a place. ❑ TUE 13 NOV 10.00AM Oakes Baptist Church, Baker Street, Oakes, Huddersfield, HD3 3ER. DUNKIRK AND THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN Talk by Mr Richard Wimpenny Admission/Enquiries: D Laycock 01484 651030 ❑ WED 14 NOV 1.00PM Huddersfield Light Reading Room, Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU. LUNCHTIME CLUB: ROMAN FORT AT SLACK - EXCAVATION WORK CARRIED OUT AT THE ROMAN FORT A talk by David Cockman, Huddersfield Archaeological Society. Admission/Enquiries: Huddersfield Local Studies Library 01484 221965 ❑ WED 14 NOV 7.30PM Cleckheaton Our Lady and St Paul RC Church Hall, 57 Dewsbury Road (Bradford Road), Cleckheaton, BD19 5BT. EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN Spen Valley Historical Society

❑ EVERY FRI (TERM TIME ONLY) 1.00PM – 3.00PM Birstall and Birkenshaw Children's Centre, Fieldhead Crescent, Birstall, WF17 9BP. DOUBLE DELIGHTS A support group for parents of twins (and triplets etc) run by a Nursery Nurse. Admission/Enquiries: Free Birstall and Birkenshaw Children's Centre 01924 392610 ❑ EVERY ALTERNATE FRI (STARTING 19 OCT) 7.45PM – 9.45PM Gledholt Methodist Church, Edgerton Grove Road, Gledholt, Huddersfield, HD1 5QU. FOLK DANCING CLUB NIGHT Folk dancing with instruction. Admission/Enquiries: Admission £2 Wendy Hockney 01484 316208 ❑ EVERY TUE (CLOSED CHRISTMAS WEEK) 10.30AM – 12NOON Hade Edge Sunday School Room, Dunford Road, Hade Edge, Holmfirth, HD9 2DU. HADE EDGE PARENT, BABY AND TODDLER GROUP Friendly drop-in sessions. Our group is run as a friendly informal coffee morning so new people are welcome to pop in for a chat and a coffee while their babies and young children play. Mums, dads, grandparents or carers with young children are all welcome. New members are welcome to just turn up during any of our sessions. We provide a great safe environment for babies and children to play and to meet new friends, we have book reading time, and a good sing song at the end! Admission/Enquiries: Session cost: £1 per adult, 50p per child Kerry Sykes 01484 680235 / 07769

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■ WALK THIS WAY: Try something new - Nordic walking - see Leisure and Sport 536612 ❑ EVERY TUE 1.45PM – 4.00PM Moldgreen United Reformed Church, Old Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield, HD5 8AA. SOCIAL SEQUENCE DANCE Come along and join the popular sequence dance. Admission/Enquiries: £2 on the door. Mr Jessop 01484 534998 ❑ SAT 27 OCT Longwood Mechanics Hall, 129 Longwood Gate, Longwood, Huddersfield, HD3 4UU. HALLOWEEN Halloween and Ghouls.Fun for all in fancy dress. Admission/Enquiries: Derek Fairbank – longwoodmechanics@ntlworld.com ❑ SAT 27 OCT VIEWING 10.00AM AUCTION STARTS 11.00AM Mirfield Trinity Methodist Church Schoolroom, Trinity Street, Mirfield, WF14 8AD. GRAND AUCTION Guest Auctioneer Mr Frank Wright. Admission/Enquiries: Christine Sykes 01924 497612 ❑ EVERY 1ST SAT IN THE MONTH 10.00AM 12NOON Longwood Mechanics Hall, 129 Longwood Gate, Longwood, Huddersfield, HD3 4UU. LONGWOOD VILLAGE GROUP COFFEE MORNING Various stalls and themed coffee morning. Admission/Enquiries: Ray Collier 01484 656389 ❑ EVERY 1ST WED OF THE MONTH 1.30PM – 3.30PM Brighton Street Community Centre, Brighton Street, Heckmondwike, WF16 9EY. DEMENTIA AWARENESS CAFE If you care for someone with dementia or you live with dementia yourself and would like a friendly, enjoyable and informal atmosphere in an inviting location, to have a decent cup of tea or coffee and a chat with people in similar circumstances, come to T&Co at Brighton Street Community Centre for a cuppa. Admission/Enquiries: Nisah Imtiaz 07969 339 435 or Brian Garbett 0113 270 8673. ❑ EVERY 1ST WED OF THE MONTH (EXCLUDING JAN) 7.30PM - 9.30PM Marsden Library and Information Centre, Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW. STORYTAILORS: A STORYTELLING CLUB Join us for Storytailors, come tell a tale, sing a song, play a tune.... or just come along and listen. A friendly and fun storytelling club for all. Admission/Enquiries: £2 including a drink. Diane Green 01484 226364 ❑ EVERY 1ST WED OF THE MONTH 8.00PM Mirfield Constitutional Social Club, 14a St Paul's Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AX. SOCIAL EVENING Come along to a social get together with bingo, a raffle and a quiz. Admission/Enquiries: Eric Rowley 01924 404443 ❑ EVERY 1ST THU OF THE MONTH 1.30PM – 3.30PM Denby Dale Methodist Church Hall, Cumberworth Lane, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, HD8 8QS. DEMENTIA AWARENESS CAFE Do you care for someone with dementia or you live with dementia yourself and would like a friendly, enjoyable and informal atmosphere in an inviting location, to have a decent cup of tea or coffee and a chat with people in similar circumstances? Admission/Enquiries: Nisah Imtiaz 07969 339 435 or Brian Garbett 0113 270 8673.

❑ THU 15 NOV 6.00PM – 11.00PM FRI 16 NOV 6.00PM – 11.30PM & SAT 17 NOV 12NOON – 11.30PM Slaithwaite Conservative Club, 19 Britannia Road, Slaithwaite, HD7 5HF. SLAITHWAITE MOONRAKER BEER FESTIVAL 2012 Organised by Colne Valley Lions in aid of Forget Me Not Children's Hospice and local Lions' charities. Admission/Enquiries: Lion Jan Daker 01484 653195 ❑ TUE 20 NOV 1.30PM – 3.30PM Holmfirth Methodist Church, School Street, Holmfirth, HD9 7EQ. DEMENTIA AWARENESS CAFE If you care for someone with dementia or you live with dementia yourself and would like a friendly, enjoyable and informal atmosphere in an inviting location, to have a decent cup of tea or coffee and a chat with people in similar circumstances, come to T&Co at Holmfirth Methodist Hall for a cuppa. Admission/Enquiries: Entrance charge - £2.50 per person which covers the cost of all refreshments. Nisah Imtiaz 07969 339 435 or Brian Garbett 0113 270 8673.

LEISURE AND SPORT ❑ VARIOUS TIMES AND LOCATIONS SPORT4LIFE If you are an adult wanting to start a new sport or have a go at a sport you used to take part in then try one of the sport4life sessions across Kirklees. From fitness sessions to back to netball, circuits, rugby, jogging and a whole host more, there’s something for everyone. Find out more at www.kirklees.gov.uk/sport4life or call 01484 234012 ❑ VARIOUS TIMES AND LOCATIONS. BUGGY MOVERS 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: £2.00 per session Gill Logan 01484 234097

1JP. FITNESS CLASSES We have a wide variety of classes at our centre and memberships start at just £9.95 a month. Pay and play sessions also available. Admission/Enquiries: Deighton Sports Arena 01484 221799 ❑ EVERY WED 10.30AM Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. NORDIC WALKING Improve your health and stamina with this more challenging type of walking in the beautiful setting of Country Park. Meet in the Visitor Centre Courtyard. Admission/Enquiries: £1 per person (for equipment hire). Pre-booking advised. Oakwell Hall 01924 326240 ❑ EVERY MON & WED 4.30PM - 6.30PM (FOR 10 WEEKS STARED MON 1 OCT) Huddersfield Sports Centre, Kirklees Active Leisure, Southgate, Huddersfield, HD1 1TW. MEND (MIND, EXERCISE, NUTRITION, DO IT!) HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMME Parents with children aged 7 to 13 in Dewsbury and Huddersfield can sign up for the free MEND healthy lifestyle programme with their child. Admission/Enquiries: Emma Schofield 01484 234096 ❑ EVERY MON 4.30PM - 6.30PM & WED 5.00PM 7.00PM (FOR 10 WEEKS STARED MON 8 OCT) Dewsbury Sports Centre, Longcauseway, Dewsbury, WF12 8EN. MEND (MIND, EXERCISE, NUTRITION, DO IT!) HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMME Parents with children aged 7 to 13 in Dewsbury and Huddersfield can sign up for the free MEND healthy lifestyle programme with their child starting. Admission/Enquiries: Emma Schofield 01484 234096 ❑ EVERY THU 4.00PM - 5.00PM Culture and Leisure Services , Red Doles Lane, Huddersfield, HD2 1YF. RED DOLE RUNNERS Join Ash for a gentle introduction into jogging and running Admission/Enquiries: Free. Ashley Lucas 01484 234098 ❑ EVERY FRI 10.30AM (10.00AM IF YOU WOULD LIKE A FREE INTRODUCTION SESSION) Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. NORDIC WALKING Nordic Walking is suitable for all ages and is a great way to meet new people and get outdoors. Admission/Enquiries: Poles are available to hire for £1 Diane Clifford 07814 387420

❑ VARIOUS DAYS, TIMES AND LOCATIONS ZUMBA – WITH TALK ACTIVE Zumba Fitness classes (also zumba gold, zumba toning) - The original dance fitness craze from the largest team in the area. Zumba Gold Specially designed for active older adults and those returning to fitness. Zumba Toning - Shape up and tone up. There’s something for everyone. Admission/Enquiries: £4.00 per session. Erin Herbert 07990516134 / Lavanya Mellachervu 07515894305

❑ EVERY SAT 9.00AM Crow Nest Park, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2SG. DEWSBURY PARKRUN Dewsbury Parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run. It is massively social and everyone is welcome, especially 'non runners'. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Andy Cook 01484 234098

❑ VARIOUS DAYS TIMES AND VENUES There’s an extensive range of youth clubs and activity programmes managed by Kirklees Young People's Service (YPS) and by voluntary organisations For full details visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/thingstodo or call Tel: 01484 225285 Email: yps@kirklees.gov.uk

❑ EVERY SAT 9.00AM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. HUDDERSFIELD PARKRUN Huddersfield Parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run. It is massively social and everyone is welcome, especially 'non runners'. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Andy Cook 01484 234098

❑ EVERY MON-FRI VARIOUS TIMES Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2

❑ EVERY MON 10.30AM - 11.30AM Cleckheaton Library, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3DX.

BUGGYMOVERS Have you had a baby recently? Do you want to get back in shape, but can't stand the thought of going to a gym, exercising on your own or leaving your baby? Do you want to exercise and make friends at the same time? Then try Buggymovers. Admission/Enquiries: £2.50 Gill Logan 01484 234097 ❑ EVERY MON UNTIL 26 NOV 7.30PM – 9.00PM Mirfield Martial Arts Club, The Budokai, Ledgard Bridge Mills, Ledgard Wharf (off Back Station Road), Mirfield, WF14 8LZ. AIKIDO BEGINNERS CLASS A 12 week course. Started Mon 3 September. Suitable for adults of any age or ability. Admission/Enquiries: £40 for a 12-week course. Michael Rowley 01924 494853 or at mail@mickrowley.co.uk ❑ EVERY TUE UNTIL 27 NOV 6.00PM – 7.30PM Mirfield Martial Arts Club, The Budokai, Ledgard Bridge Mills, Ledgard Wharf (off Back Station Road), Mirfield, WF14 8LZ. SELF DEFENCE FOR WOMEN CLASS A 12 week course. Started Tue 4 September. Suitable for adults of any age or ability. Admission/Enquiries: £40 for a 12-week course. Michael Rowley 01924 494853 or at mail@mickrowley.co.uk ❑ MON 29 OCT – SAT 3 NOV 7.30PM – 9.00PM Huddersfield Observatory, off Blackmoorfoot Road, Crosland Hill, Huddersfield, HD4 7AF. HUDDERSFIELD OBSERVATORY OPEN WEEK Observatory open to the public. Admission/Enquiries: £2.50 on the door. Paul D Harper 01484 606832 ❑ FRI 2 NOV 10.00AM – 12NOON Meltham Library and Information Centre, Meltham Town Hall, Huddersfield Road, Meltham, HD9 4AG. GET GAMING! Come and try a variety of board games from around the world Admission/Enquiries: Free. Meltham Library and Information Centre 01484 222606

MUSIC ❑ THU 18 OCT 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. POSTGRADUATE SINGERS FROM ROYAL NORTHERN COLLEGE OF MUSIC Concert followed by a masterclass with Royal Northern College of Music Head of Vocal Studies, Lynne Dawson. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ EVERY FRIDAY 10AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. CHILDREN'S RHYMETIME Parents and tots sing-a-long Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ FRI 19 OCT 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. RALPH MCTELL One of the great storytellers, Ralph McTell, is now celebrating more than 40 years on the road. Known for his virtuoso guitar style, he is primarily a prolific and gifted songwriter. With a style that invites you into a unique world, he weaves a narrative that is both significant and poignant. Admission/Enquiries:

W H AT ’ S O N Tickets £18 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 20 OCT 12NOON St Paulinus Parochial Hall, High Street, Westtown, Dewsbury, WF13 4PU. OXJAM KIRKLEES The cream of West Yorkshire's acoustic talent returns to Dewsbury on to support the work of Oxfam. Oxjam Kirklees brings together Blackstone Edge, Ryan Spendlove, Ben Parcell, Diamond Dac, Quiet Rebellion, Mark Nichols and many more for a packed one-day festival at the Parochial Hall, High Street, Westtown, Dewsbury as part of the charity's month-long appeal. Admission/Enquiries: £3 adults, £1 under 16's, under 5's free, on the day. Sharon Brogden 07504076020 ❑ THU 25 OCT 1.15PM Phipps Concert Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. ANDREW PLUMMER'S SNACK FAMILY The arthouse post-punk jazz with a big bellowing vocal and equally bellowing big ass sax. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. O'HOOLEY AND TIDOW Belinda O'Hooley (The Unthanks) and Heidi Tidow are the chamber-folk duo behind The Fragile; the follow up to their debut Silent June, one of MOJO Magazine's Top 10 Folk Albums of 2010. Admission/Enqiries: Tickets £12, concessions £10 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 31 OCT- THU 1 NOV 12.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY CONCERTS A wide range of work from Music and Music Tecnology students Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

children, £3 adults available from Holmfirth Tourist Information 01484 222444 or The Hey Diddles 07951 446580 ❑ SAT 1 DEC 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. KEFAYA Kefaya are an exciting new UK-based collaboration comprised of some of the best players in the North of England. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £15, advance £14, concessions £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 3 DEC 7.30PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. UNIVERSITY CHOIR AND STRING ORCHESTRA Andrew McAllister – tenor, John Bryan – conductor, Bridge, arr Paul Hindmarsh - Four Pieces for String Orchestra, Britten - Simple Symphony, Britten - Saint Nicolas op 42. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ WED 5 DEC 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. THOMAS MOORE (WAKEFIELD CATHEDRAL, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC) Organ music for Advent and Christmas Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ THU 6 DEC 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. IDEE FIXE Music by Christos Samaras, Costas Tsougras, Elliott Carter, Dimitris Dragatakis, Joszef Soprani, Edison Denisov, Toshi Ichiyanagi and Panayiotis Demopoulos. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ THU 1 NOV 7.30PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. HUDDERSFIELD MIX 1 Performances and compositions from some of our best postgraduate and final year undergraduate students Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ THU 6 DEC 7.30PM Phipps Concert Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. SECTOR7 Vocal super-group Sector7 is an exciting septet injecting a new dimension to jazz and soul, with a fresh take on favourite tunes from Gershwin to Stevie Wonder, along with original songs and re-inventions of gospel classics. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ EVERY 1ST SUNDAY IN THE MONTH 8PM 10.30PM The Old Bridge Hotel, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA. THE OLD BRIDGE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ CLUB Our monthly, friendly, relaxed evening at The Old Bridge Hotel. Admission/Enquiries: Richard Lord 01484 683476 / 07932160508

❑ WED 12 DEC 7.30PM University of Huddersfield Creative Arts Building, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. UNIVERSITY EARLY MUSIC ENSEMBLE AND CHAMBER CHOIR John Bryan – director, 'Musicke.... so delectable, so rare'. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ WED 7 NOV 1.00PM Phipps Concert Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. DR SIMON LINDLEY (LEEDS PARISH CHURCH, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC) Lecture - recital: The Music of the Wesleys (Charles, Samuel, and Samuel Sebastian). Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ THU 13 DEC 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. DAVID MILSOM, BIANCA BLEZARD - VIOLINS, LAURIE DEMPSEY - VIOLA, GEORGE KENNAWAY CELLO String quartets by Elgar and Fauré. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ THU NOV 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. UNIVERSITY BRASS BAND A concert of music by University brass students Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ THU 13 DEC 7.30PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. UNIVERSITY SYMPHONIC WIND ORCHESTRA AND UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA Phillip McCann and Aaron Cassidy – conductors. Programme includes Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto with Harriet Richardson – flute. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020

❑ EVERY 2ND SAT IN THE MONTH 2.30PM Penistone Paramount, Shrewsbury Road, Penistone, S36 6DY. PENISTONE CINEMA ORGAN TRUST - ORGAN CONCERTS 2012 All concerts are on the 4 manual 1937 Compton Cinema Pipe Organ installed at the Penistone Paramount in Penistone, Admission/Enquiries: Penistone Paramount 01226 767532 / 762004 ❑ SAT 10 NOV 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 and 1980s. Admission/Enquiries: £3 Ken senior 01924 452680 ❑ SAT 10 NOV 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. FROY AAGRE Critically acclaimed saxophonist and composer Frøy Aagre is known for her powerful compositions and individual style of lyrical Nordic Jazz. Her distinctive quality lies in blurring the boundaries between the written and the improvised. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, advance £15, concessions £13 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 13 NOV 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. MOTHERLAND Inching its way through airbrushed beauty, boob jobs and Botox, victim-blaming, slut-shaming and misled motherhood, this is a funny, moving show about what it means to be a woman Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10, concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THU 29 NOV 1.15PM St Paul's Hall, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH. JESSICA QUINONES - FLUTE AND HANS HESS GUITAR Just as the days become crisp, American flautist Jessica Quiñones returns to melt the autumn chill with Brazilian guitarist and composer Hans Hess. Admission/Enquiries: Booking Office 01484 473020 ❑ FRI 30 NOV 7.30PM Huddersfield Town Hall, Ramsden Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2TA. STARS OF OPERA This brand new production offers a feast of classical favourites, fused with the greatest pop songs of our time, delivered with style, charm and panache by an extremely talented cast. All the performers are successful in their own right, from the world of musical theatre, opera, pop music and each brings their own personalities and incredible breadth of musical knowledge to the show which, when combined, is nothing short of spectacular! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £22 all levels. Kirklees Booking Offices 01484 223200/222444 or 01924 324501 ❑ SAT 1 DEC 4.00PM - 5.15PM Denby Dale Pie Hall, 297 Wakefield Road, Denby Dale, HD8 8RX. THE HEY DIDDLES CHRISTMAS SHOW If your children enjoy the Wiggles, the Tweenies and CBBC's Justin's House then they'll love us! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £5

❑ FRI 14 DEC 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. FESTIVE SOUND WOMEN Festive Sound Women returns for a sixth year, bringing with it some excellent entertainment. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8, concessions £6 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 15 DEC 7.15PM ST. Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JB. ALMOST CHRISTMAS CONCERT Marsh Ladies Choir proudly present their Christmas Concert. The choir will be conducted by Ian Abbott and accompanied by Kim Kaye with solo items by them and by members of the choir. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £8 (which includes seasonal refreshments) from Concert Secretary 01484 658548 or email: iblagbrough@googlemail.com or on the door. ❑ SUN 16 DEC 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. AN ALBION CHRISTMAS The Albion Christmas Show returns by popular demand after attracting sell-out audiences across the UK. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, concessions £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 22 DEC 4.00PM - 5.15PM Slaithwaite Civic Hall, New Street, Slaithwaite, HD7 5AB. THE HEY DIDDLES CHRISTMAS SHOW If your children enjoy the Wiggles, the Tweenies and CBBC's Justin's House then they'll love us! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £5 children, £3 adults available from Holmfirth Tourist Information 01484 222444 or The Hey Diddles 07951 446580 ❑ SUN 23 DEC 4.00PM - 5.15PM Holmfirth Civic Hall, Huddersfield Rd, Holmfirth HD9 3AS. THE HEY DIDDLES CHRISTMAS SHOW If your children enjoy the Wiggles, the Tweenies and CBBC's Justin's House then they'll love us! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £5 children, £3 adults available from Holmfirth Tourist Information 01484 222444 or The Hey Diddles 07951 446580

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markets in the region. Arrive from 6am and find an empty stall and set up with your second hand goods. Admission/Enquiries: Price only £13.00. Kirklees Markets 01484 223730 ❑ EVERY 3RD SUN IN THE MONTH 8.00AM – 2.00PM Holmfirth Market, 38 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH. HOLMFIRTH FARMERS MARKET The very best of fresh local produce, local meats, fresh fruit & vegetables, breads, cheeses, cakes, jams, honey, home-baked cakes, pies and much more. Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ SUN 28 OCT, 4 NOV & 16 DEC (MINCE PIE SPECIALS) 1.00PM - 4.30PM Royds Park, Cleckheaton, BD19 2LL TRAIN RIDE OPEN DAYS WITH SPENBOROUGH MODEL & EXPERIMENTAL ENGINEERS Admission/Enquiries: www.spenborough.me.uk ❑ MON 29 OCT 11.00AM – 3.00PM Queensgate Market Hall, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2UJ. HAUNTED HALF-TERM AT HUDDERSFIELD MARKET Free face painting, trick or treat trail, spooky foods and fancy dress competition Admission/Enquiries: Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ EVERY EVENING FROM MONDAY 29 OCT - THU 1 NOV 6.00PM Elland Recreation Ground, Hullen Edge Road, Elland, HX5 0QY. ELLAND BONFIRE BUILDING - YOUR CHANCE TO GET INVOLVED! Volunteers required! We have a huge bonfire to build and only a few days to do it! We need all the help we can get! Admission/Enquiries: Free. Nigel Watson elland.roundtable@btconnect.com ❑ TUE 30 OCT 10.00AM – 3.00PM Meet at Heckmondwike Market Place, (Grid ref: SE 215 234), Heckmondwike, WF16 0HB. HAUNTED HALF-TERM AT HECKMONDWIKE MARKET Free giant haunted house, free face painting and trick or treat trail. Admission/Enquiries: Free Markets Service 01484 223730 ❑ WED 31 OCT 5.00PM - 7.00PM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. HALLOWEEN We will be running our Halloween special once again, weather permitting. Come along in fancy dress and see if you can find Mr Spook ridding on his ghost train. Admission/Enquiries: £1.20 or £3.00 Contact Dorothy Hollyhead at g_hollyhead@o2.co.uk

❑ MON 5 NOV 5.45PM Shepley Cricket Club, off Marsh Lane, Shepley, Huddersfield, HD8 8AP. VILLAGE BONFIRE AND FIREWORK DISPLAY Come and join in our traditional November 5th celebrations! Admission/Enquiries: £4 adults, £2 under 15s, infants free. Brian Wells 07974 877704 ❑ SAT 10 & SUN 11 NOV 10.00AM – 4.00PM Kirklees Light Railway, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, HD8 9XJ. A DAY OUT WITH THOMAS AT THE KIRKLEES LIGHT RAILWAY Thomas the Tank Engine will be visiting, also coming from the Island of Sodor will be his friends Percy, Toby and Mavis. Trains depart on the hour and every half past. To make sure the engines all behave themselves and are really useful engines, Sir Topham Hatt, the Fat Controller, will be visiting us too. Admission/Enquiries: Adults £10.50, children £8.50, concessions £9.50, family (2 adults, 2 children) £34.00, under 2s free. Kirklees Light Railway 01484 865727 ❑ SUN 11 NOV- PARADE SETS OFF FROM PARK LOWER GATES AT 10.40 AM FOR SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE AT THE MEMORIAL AT 10.50AM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY - HUDDERSFIELD PARADE AND SERVICE *Please note the change to previous arrangements*. This year's Remembrance Sunday parade and service will be held in Greenhead Park, Huddersfield. The parade will form at the lower gates of the park then march to the Memorial for a Service of Remembrance. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ SATURDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2012, 4.30 PM ONWARDS (LIGHTS SWITCH ON APPROX 6.20PM) Huddersfield Piazza (grassed area), Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2RS. HUDDERSFIELD CHRISTMAS SWITCH ON EVENT Starting the festive season with a roadshow and entertainment. Celebrity presenter pressing the big red button and lighting up the town at 6.20pm. Admission/Enquiries: Jayne Pearson on 01484 221677 or jayne.pearson@kirklees.gov.uk

❑ EVERY 1ST SATURDAY IN THE MONTH 9.00AM 1.00PM St John's Car Park, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 3RF. CLECKHEATON FARMERS MARKET The market (held the first Saturday of every month) 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

❑ THROUGHOUT DEC VARIOUS DATES & TIMES Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. SANTA SPECIAL We will be running, weather permitting, our Santa Special. Every child who wishes to see Santa will take a train ride to his grotto. Each child will also be given a little present from Santa. Admission/Enquiries: £1.20 or £3.00 plus £1.50 to see Santa. Contact Dorothy Hollyhead at g_hollyhead@o2.co.uk

❑ SAT 3 NOV 5.30PM Elland Recreation Ground, Hullen Edge Road, Elland, HX5 0QY. ELLAND COMMUNITY BONFIRE AND FIREWORK DISPLAY

❑ SUN 2 DEC 2.00PM & 6.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE STORYBOOK Enjoy a magical journey

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OUTDOOR EVENTS AND FESTIVALS ❑ THU 18 OCT 12.15 PM - PARADE THROUGH HUDDERSFIELD TOWN CENTRE, 1.15 PM SERVICE AT HUDDERSFIELD PARISH CHURCH Huddersfield Town Centre, Huddersfield, HD1 1AA. CORUNNA COMPANY, 3RD BATTALION THE YORKSHIRE REGIMENT - HOMECOMING PARADE AND SERVICE Homecoming Parade to welcome home Corunna Company following their tour in Afghanistan. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ EVERY SUN 6.00AM - 12NOON Dewsbury Market, Cloth Hall Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1QE. DEWSBURY CAR 'BOOTLESS' SALE One of the best car boot

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through fables, fantasies and myths from some of the greatest tales of our time Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10, concessions £8 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

STAGE AND THEATRE ❑ IT'S ON AT THE LAWRENCE BATLEY THEATRE The Lawrence Batley Theatre is about exciting and awe-inspiring theatre. When you visit you'll feel alive with excitement and anticipation, you'll be absorbed in awe and amazement. The LBT entertains, challenges, asks questions and inspires... and you'll get that feeling of goosebumps that comes from the anticipation and connection of seeing something live. Admission/Enquiries: Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 www.thelbt.org ❑ WED 17 OCT 2.00PM & 6.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE CHINASKI SESSIONS Choreographer Kylie Walters (DV8 Physical Theatre, Random Scream) coaxes six testosterone-crazed men through an evening of debauchery and revelation. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10/concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 17 & 24 OCT 6.30PM – 8.30PM Dewsbury Sports Centre, Longcauseway, Dewsbury, WF12 8EN. OPEN WORKSHOPS Exciting news! Something new is happening at Dark Horse youth theatre.... this autumn everyone can take part in our open workshops. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Dark Horse 01484 484441 ❑ THU 18 OCT 7.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL A variety of Shakespeare's most dramatic, funny and classic plays Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8/concessions £6 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ FRI 19 & SAT 20 OCT 7.45PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. MY ONLY DAUGHTER By Angie Smith who brought you the fantastically funny bride to be, a play that captures the struggles of everyday life and adds a pinch of Jamaican spice. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £8 / concessions £6 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 20 OCT 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. MOONRISE KINGDOM An island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, two twelve-year-olds fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore - and the peaceful island community is turned upside down. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6, concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 22 OCT 6.30PM - 8.30PM Lawrence Batley

Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. OPEN WORKSHOPS Exciting news! Something new is happening at Dark Horse youth theatre.... this autumn everyone can take part in our open workshops. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Dark Horse 01484 484441 ❑ WED 24 - SAT 27 OCT 7.30PM & SAT MATINEE 2.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. A GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR Where there's muck there's brass'.... and this hysterically funny tale of misdeeds, misadventure and mistaken identity has plenty of both. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £16, £14, £12 / concessions £2 off / all matinee tickets £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 11.00AM, 2.00PM & 3.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE THREE BILLY PIGS Once upon a time there were three little pigs…. They set off to build their dream houses in the green field on the other side of the river. But these homes are put to the test by a misunderstood wolf that has a little bit of a problem. And who is the grumpy person who lives under the bridge? Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £4.50 child / £6 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SUN 28 OCT 7.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE JONATHAN HIRST MEMORIAL CONCERT Jonny was a husband, father, performer and friend to many. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in summer 2011, he passed only a few weeks later at the age of 36. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £15 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 29 OCT 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. MARK THOMAS BRAVO FIGARO! After walking the wall in the West Bank, becoming Guinness World Record holder for political protests and chasing arms dealers around the country Mark Thomas turns his attention to matters closer to home with a show about his father. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, concessions £14 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LBT Screen - Still today one of the most gruesome and terrifying films ever made. This is the story of seven people barricaded inside a farmhouse while an army of flesh-eating zombies roams the countryside. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6, concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 3 NOV 7.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. 100 LIGHT YEARS To culminate the end of a year of Centenary Celebrations, the Huddersfield Light Opera Company presents an evening's entertainment where they look back over their last 100 years of musical theatre. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £12, £10, £6, £3 plus selected concessions Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 6 – SAT 10 NOV 7.15PM & SAT MATINEE 2.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. ANYTHING GOES As the luxury liner SS American sets sail from New York, young Billy Crocker is a stowaway hoping to woo a society heiress away from her very British fiancé. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £17.50, £15,50, £10, £6 plus concessions Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THU 8 - SAT 10 NOV 7.30PM Hanging Heaton Ebenezer Methodist Church Schoolroom, High Street, Hanging Heaton, WF17 6DU. RECIPE FOR MURDER Ebenezer Methodist Drama Group present a thriller written by J D Robins. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: adults £6, children £4.50 Susan Gray 01924 464099 07789 554416 ❑ THU 8 NOV 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. COMEDY CELLAR A night when we can guarantee plenty of laughs - as our regular Comedy Cellar returns for another instalment. Bringing you the very best stand-up talent and there's a bar close enough to refresh that laughing gear – you’ll need it! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9, concessions £7 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ TUE 30 OCT - SAT 3 NOV 7.30PM Parochial Hall, Clough Lea, Marsden, Huddersfield, HD7 6DN. HIGH SOCIETY Classic musical entertainment Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £9.00 Malcolm Payne 01484 846758 07715 495474

❑ WED 14 NOV 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS All the usual flag-waving will be present in this annual celebration of traditional Proms orchestral music. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10, child and student £5 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ WED 31 OCT 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. SHAUN OF THE DEAD LBT Screen - There comes a time in every man's life when he has to get off the couch…. and kill some zombies. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6, concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ THU 15 NOV 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. FRISKY AND MANNISH School? College? Job? Yawn. Life isn't about spreadsheets, it's about joy, laughter and pop music. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £12, concessions £10 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

❑ WED 31 OCT 10.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP.

❑ FRI 16 NOV 4.00PM & SAT 17 NOV 2.00PM & 4.00PM Anchor House, Dewsbury Mills, Thornhill Road, Dewsbury, WF12 9QE. DISTANT THREADS A unique location. Hidden technology. Come and play with Invisible Flock. See glimpses of magic, intrigue and hidden histories. A fun, unusual and unexpected journey that spans from the Luddite uprisings 200 years ago through to today. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £8, concessions £6 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ SAT 17 NOV 11.00AM & 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THERE'S A MONSTER IN MY PIANO What do you do when you hear a strange munching noise inside a piano? Call the Piano Doctor of course! Admission/Enquiries: Tickets: £4.50 child / £6 adult Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 20 - SAT 24 NOV 7.15PM - SAT MATINEE 2.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. MISERY Popular romance novelist Paul Sheldon, retires each winter to Colorado to write another work featuring herione Misery Chastain. Popular romance novelist Paul Sheldon retires each winter to Colorado to write another work featuring heroine Misery Chastain. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £12, children £10 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 20 NOV 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. ANNA KARENINA LBT Screen - Anna (Kiera Knightley) is a woman both captivated and repelled by the high society she is a part of. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6, concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 21 - SAT 24 NOV 7.30PM & THU MATINEE 1.30PM & SAT MATINEE 2.15PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. THE LONELINESS OF THE LONG DISTANCE RUNNER A long distance race. Real time. Follow one runner, alone with his thoughts. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, £14, £12, concessions £2 off, all matinee tickets £12 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 27 NOV 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. JOHN SUTTLEWORTH School? College? Job? Yawn. Life isn't about spreadsheets, it's about joy, laughter and pop music. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £16, concessions £14 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ WED 28 NOV – THU 6 DEC 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. JUMP AND SHOUT A festival where performers aged 3 and above take centre stage and shine in the spotlight Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £6, concessions £4 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

■ OUT AND ABOUT: Walks in and around Kirklees - see Walks, Rides and Conservation

❑ THU 29 NOV – SAT 1 DEC VARIOUS TIMES Moldgreen United Reformed Church, Old Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield, HD5 8AA. ROBIN HOOD Spot On Musical Theatre pantomime.

Admission/Enquiries: Tickets tel: 07951 446580 / M Warmington 01484 604471 ❑ SAT 1 DEC 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. PETER PAN Peter Pan visits the Darling children, taking them on a journey to Neverland where an ongoing war with Pirate Captain Hook is taking place. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £10.50, children £8.50 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ TUE 4 DEC 7.30PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. CROSSING POINTS Featuring four contrasting dance works, this is the last chance anywhere to see the publicly acclaimed Crossing Points Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10, concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ THU 13 – SAT 15 DEC VARIOUS TIMES Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Once upon a time there lived a hideous beast in a vast, dark castle. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £14, £12, £10, concessions £2 off Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528 ❑ MON 17 - THU 20 DEC 8.00PM Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP. XMAS COMEDY CELLAR Four nights of ho-ho-ho hilarity with a festive sprinkling, perfect for a night out with friends or an alternative office party. Admission/Enquiries: Tickets £12, concessions £10 Lawrence Batley Theatre 01484 430528

WALKS, RIDES AND CONSERVATION ❑ VARIOUS LOCATIONS AND TIMES NORDIC WALKING The new fun and social activity suitable for walkers of all ages. Sessiosn just £1.50 includes hire of equipment and refreshments. Find out more at www.kirklees.gov.uk/walking or ring 01484 234095 ❑ HEALTH WALKS Join our programme of short, group walks of up to an hour led by a qualified, volunteer walk leader. These are great for people who have previously done little or no structured walking for their health. For details of the group walks in your area ring 01484 234097 or request a timetable of short health walks. www.kirklees.gov.uk/healthwalks ❑ EVERY WEDNESDAY 10AM Birstall Library and Information Centre, Market Street, Birstall, WF17 9EN. BIRSTALL HEALTH WALK A trained walk leader plans the route and leads the group on a walk lasting up to an hour. A great way to meet new people whilst doing something that can benefit your health. Admission/Enquiries: Birstall Library and Information Centre 01924 326227 ❑ WED 17 OCT 12.30PM Meet at Newmiller Dam car park, (Grid ref: SE 331 157), Wakefield, WF2 7SY. KETTLETHORPE AND SECKER HEATH Meet at the car park for a 5 miles moderate walk. Please note, it is a pay & display car park. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 20 OCT 9.50AM Meet at Huddersfield bus station, Upperhead Row, Huddersfield, HD1 2JN. CASTLE HILL An 8/9 mile medium linear walk finishing at Berry Brow. Admission/Enquiries: Wendy Hockney 01484 316208 ❑ SAT 20 OCT 10.00AM – 1.00PM The Flat Top Public House, Albion Road, Thornhill, Dewsbury, WF12 0HD. THE MAYOR'S CHARITY WALK CHALLENGE - VARIOUS DATES AND VENUES As part of his fundraising efforts the Mayor has decided to walk the Kirklees Way, in stages, and to invite his co- Councillors as well as local schoolchildren to take part. Anyone else wishing to take part and raise sponsorship for the charity is more than welcome to come along. Finishing point: Wakefield Road junction with Kiln Lane, Clayton West. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ SAT 20 OCT, 10.15AM Park Side, (grid ref: SE243 150), off Barnsley Road (A637), Flockton, WF4 4AA. MEANDERINGS A 9 mile medium walk. Cut across the border via fields, lanes and woods. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers - Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SAT 20 OCT 10.30AM Meet at Brighouse Railway Station car park, (Grid ref: SE 146 224), Brighouse, HD6 1LE. BRIBAICLIFFE NORCOLHOMEFOOT Meet in the car park for a 10.5 miles moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 21 OCT 10.00AM – 1.30PM Meet at the junction of Wakefield Road and Kiln Lane, Wakefield Road, Clayton West, Huddersfield, HD8 9QD. THE MAYOR'S CHARITY WALK CHALLENGE VARIOUS DATES AND VENUES As part of his fundraising efforts the Mayor has decided to walk the Kirklees Way, in stages, and to invite his coCouncillors as well as local schoolchildren to take part. Anyone else wishing to take part and raise sponsorship for the charity is more than welcome to come along. Finishing point: Foresters Arms, Lower Cumberworth. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ SUN 21 OCT 2.30PM – 6.00PM Foresters Arms, 2 Shelley Woodhouse Lane, Lower Cumberworth, Huddersfield, HD8 8PH. THE MAYOR'S CHARITY WALK CHALLENGE - VARIOUS DATES AND VENUES As part of his fundraising efforts the Mayor has decided to walk the Kirklees Way, in stages, and to invite his co- Councillors as well as local schoolchildren to take part. Anyone else wishing to take part and raise sponsorship for the charity is more than welcome to come along. Finishing point: The Butchers Arms, Hepworth. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905

W H AT ’ S O N ❑ EVERY MON 10.30AM Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT. GREENHEAD PARK HEALTH WALK An hour long walk, taking place in and around Greenhead Park. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Smith 07814 387426

on the slopes below Castle Hill by joining the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust team at Stirley Farm. Admission/Enquiries: Julian Brown 07968 426312

❑ EVERY TUE 1.30PM - 2.30PM Oakwell Hall Country Park, Nutter Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG. HEALTH WALKS Gentle walk lasting no more than one hour. Admission/Enquiries: Free. Oakwell Hall 01924 326240 ❑ WED 24 OCT 10.45AM – 12.30PM Marsden Moor Estate Office (National Trust), 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: National Trust Marsden Moor Estate Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 10.00AM Meet at Huddersfield Railway Station, St George's Square, Railway Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1JY. PENDEN WALK An 8 mile moderate circular walk Admission/Enquiries: Wendy Hockney 01484 316208 ❑ SAT 27 OCT 10.00AM – 1.00PM The Butcher's Arms, 38 Towngate, Hepworth, Holmfirth, HD9 1TE. THE MAYOR'S CHARITY WALK CHALLENGE VARIOUS DATES AND VENUES As part of his fundraising efforts the Mayor has decided to walk the Kirklees Way, in stages, and to invite his co- Councillors as well as local schoolchildren to take part. Anyone else wishing to take part and raise sponsorship for the charity is more than welcome to come along. Finishing point: The Fleece Inn, Holme. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ SAT 27 OCT, 10.30AM Meet at Holmfirth Swimming Baths car park, Huddersfield Road (A6024), Holmfirth, HD9 3JL. ELYSIUM AND BACK An 8.5 mile medium walk. A walk through woods and around the southern part of the Holme Valley. There are a couple of steep hills and a variety of stiles. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers - Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SUN 28 OCT 10.00AM – 2.00PM The Fleece Inn, The Village, Holmfirth, Holme, HD9 2QG. THE MAYOR'S CHARITY WALK CHALLENGE - VARIOUS DATES AND VENUES As part of his fundraising efforts the Mayor has decided to walk the Kirklees Way, in stages, and to invite his co- Councillors as well as local schoolchildren to take part. Anyone else wishing to take part and raise sponsorship for the charity is more than welcome to come along. Finishing point: Marsden Railway Station. Admission/Enquiries: Mayor's Office 01484 221904 or 221905 ❑ SUN 28 OCT, 1.30PM Meet at Hartshead Church, Hartshead, WF15 8EU. HARTSHEAD AND LIVERSEDGE A 5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ MON 29 OCT 10.00AM – 1.00PM Castle Hill and Victoria Tower, Off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD4 6TA. AUTUMN HARVEST HOME Find out about the wide range of food that can be grown

❑ WED 31 OCT 10.00AM – 12.30PM Meet at Marsden Railway Station, (Grid ref: SE 047 118), Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. MARCH HAIGH MARCH Come for a walk out onto the moors and up to March Haigh reservoir, coming back across the picturesque Eastergate Bridge. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Estate Office 01484 847016 ❑ SAT 3 NOV 10.30AM Meet at Thornhill Rectory Park car park, (Grid ref: SE 255 186), Thornhill, WF12 0JY. COXLEY VALLEY A 6.5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 4 NOV 10.00AM Meet at the rear of Shelley College playing fields, (Grif ref: SE 219 106), Shelley Woodhouse Lane, off B6116, Shelley, Huddersfield, HD8 8NL. A VILLAGE TREAT Meet Gabrielle for a 9.5 mile medium walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SUN 4 NOV 11.00AM – 1.30PM Meet at the top of the A635, (Grid ref: SE 051 063), Oldham/Kirklees border, HD9 3XF. WHITE MOSS CONSERVATION WALK This walk is about 4 miles and will take approximately 2.5 hours. There is rough terrain along the walk. We’ll be bog-trotting across White Moss, looking at the conservation work that the National Trust has been doing in this area. Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Estate Office 01484 847016 ❑ MON 5 NOV 1.00PM Meet at the top car park at Oakwell Hall, (Grid ref: SE 217 270), Birstall, WF17 9LG. RUB-A-DRUB A 5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ WED 7 NOV 9.30AM Dewsbury Railway Station, (grid ref: SE243 217), Station Road, Dewsbury, WF13 1HL. CONSERVATION ON RIGHTS OF WAY IN DEWSBURY Meet Kirklees Countryside Volunteers outside Dewsbury Railway Station. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SAT 10 NOV 11.00AM Meet at Gildersome post office, (Grid ref: SE 243 290), Street Lane, Guildersome, LS27 7AR. 2 G C AND BLACK CARR WOODS An 8.5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 10 NOV 11.00AM – 3.00PM Castle Hill and Victoria Tower, Off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD4 6TA. ENVIROYOUTH TASK DAY Enviroyouth is a practical conservation group for 14 to 25 year olds. If you are interested in learning new skills whilst enjoying the great outdoors on Castle Hill, then this could be for you! Bring stout footwear, outdoor clothing, waterproofs and a packed lunch. Minibus pick up from Skelmanthorpe Council Offices at 10am and Huddersfield train station at 10.45am. Admission/Enquiries: Free but booking essential. Andy

Wickham 01484 222960 07773 386550 ❑ SUN 18 NOV 11.00AM – 1.00PM Dewsbury Country Park, (Exact meeting point to be confirmed), Dewsbury Moor, WF13 3SW. COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING DAY Following on from the LANDSCOPING project at Dewsbury Country Park during the Summer. All welcome. Admission/Enquiries: Places must be booked in advance. Details of where to meet and what to bring are given at the time of booking. Dominic Sweeting at dominicsweeting@woodlandtrust.org.uk

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❑ WED 12 DEC 12.30PM Meet at Dewsbury Town Hall, (Grid ref: SE 247 217), Wakefield Old Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8DG. THE TWO HEATONS A 4.5 mile moderate walk Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ SUN 18 NOV 1.30PM Meet at Lower Quarry Road (near Total garage), (Grid ref: SE 175 206), just off A62 Cooper Bridge Road, Bradley, Huddersfield, HD5 0RR. BRADLEY - MONASTIC TO MODERN Meet David for a 5 mile easy, theme walk Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers - Susan 07979 292781

❑ SAT 15 DEC 11.00AM Meet at the car park by Cleckheaton Town Hall, (Grid ref: SE 191 253), Bradford Road (A638), Cleckheaton, BD19 3RS. HIGHTOWN AND SCHOLES Meet Geoff for a 6.5 miles medium walk. Mainly rural paths west of Cleckheaton. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers - 07979 292781

❑ WED 21 NOV 12.30PM Meet at Holmfield Park car park , (Grif ref: SE 328 196), off Denby Dale Road, Wakefield, WF2 8DY. A WALK FOR RITA - NO STILES! A 5 mile leisurely walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ SAT 22 DEC, 10.30AM Meet at the junction of Station Road and Back Station Road, (Grid ref: SE 203 194), Mirfield, WF14 8NF. A SOLSTICE SAUNTER A 4.5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531

❑ SUN 25 NOV 9.45AM Meet at Holmfirth bus station, (Grid ref: SE 142 082), Towngate, Holmfirth, HD9 7DD. SNAILSDEN AND RAMSDEN CLOUGH Meet Liz for an 8 miles medium/hard, linear, bus walk Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers - Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SAT 1 DEC 10.30AM Meet at Commonside, (Grid ref: SE 192 226), Roberttown, Liversedge, WF15 7LW. HIGHTOWN AND NORRISTHORPE A 7 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 1 DEC 10.30AM Meet at Marsden Railway Station, (Grid ref: SE 047 118), Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. SNOW STONE WALK Meet Ernie for a 5 mile medium walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ MON 3 DEC 1.00PM Meet at the top car park at Oakwell Hall, (Grid ref: SE 217 270), Birstall, WF17 9LG. POPELEY AND RED HOUSE A 5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SAT 8 DEC 10.00AM Meet at the car park behind the Carlile Institute and Library, (Grid ref: SE 101 106), Carlile Street, off Huddersfield Road (B6108), Meltham, HD9 4AB. HARDEN HILL AND MOSS Meet Malcolm for a 6-7 mile hard walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SAT 8 DEC 10.30AM Meet at Dewsbury bus station, (Gred ref: SE 244 215), Aldams Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8AR. DEWSBURY TO CLECKHEATON A 6.5 mile moderate linear walk Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ SUN 9 DEC 10.00AM – 3.00PM Meet at Marsden

❑ WED 26 DEC 10.00AM Meet at the Three Nuns public house, (Grid ref: SE 181 211), Leeds Road, Mirfield, WF14 0BX. A LUDDITE CIRCULAR A 4.5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ WED 26 DEC 1.00PM – 4.00PM Meet at Marsden Railway Station, (Grid ref: SE 047 118), Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. BOXING DAY WALK Take this chance to burn off some of that Christmas pudding on an invigorating walk around Pule Hill. (This route may have to be amended depending on the weather conditions). Admission/Enquiries: Marsden Moor Estate Office 01484 847016 ❑ THU 27 DEC 11.15AM Meet at The Leggers Inn, (Grid ref: SE 249 209), Dewsbury Canal Marina, off Mill Street East, Dewsbury, WF12 9BD. TUNNEL VISION Meet Oliver for a 6 mile easy walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SAT 29 DEC 9.45AM Meet at Denby Dale railway/bus interchange, (Grid ref: SE 224 085), Station Road, off Wakefield Road (A636), Denby Dale, Huddersfield, HD8 8QJ. CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR TRUCE Meet Tony for a 8 mile medium, linear, walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781 ❑ SUN 30 DEC 10.30AM Meet at Mirfield Library car park, (Gred ref: SE 203 197), Station Road, Mirfield, WF14 8AN. MIRFIELD GINNELS AND FIELDS A 7.5 mile moderate walk. Admission/Enquiries: Chris Horbury 01924 470531 ❑ TUE 1 JAN 1.15PM Meet at the car park behind Emley post office, (Grid ref: SE 244 130), Church Street, Emley, HD8 9RE. CROSS THE YEARS Meet Margaret for a 4.5 to 5 mile medium walk. Admission/Enquiries: Kirklees Countryside Volunteers – Susan 07979 292781

Christmas Lights Switch-ons Huddersfield Cleckheaton Dewsbury Holmfirth Batley Honley Roberttown Slaithwaite Marsden Birstall Heckmondwike

Saturday 17 November Saturday 17 November Saturday 24 November Saturday 24 November Thursday 29 November Friday 30 November Friday 30 November Saturday 1 December Saturday 1 December Tuesday 4 December Wednesday 5 December

Find out about all the exciting fun and entertainment as towns and villages across Kirklees switch on their Christmas lights. Each event is unique and offers the chance to enjoy the countdown to Christmas. Find out more at www.kirklees.gov.uk/christmas

Railway Station, (Grid ref: SE 047 118), Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH. MOOR FESTIVITIES Join us for a festive yomp on the moors, with a break for mince pies and mulled wine along the way! Admission/Enquiries: National Trust Marsden Moor Estate Office 01484 847016

Entertainment from 4.30pm 10am 1pm 3pm 4pm 4pm 5.45pm 2pm 1pm 4pm 5pm

Switch-on time 6.30pm 6pm 5.30pm 5.30pm 7pm 6.30pm TBC 4.45pm 6.15pm 7pm TBC

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

W H AT ’ S O N

Kirklees What’s On Make the most of your event! Tell us about your event and we will publish the details on the “Events” section of the Kirklees Council website. Entries are also included on a listing which is distributed to all local media contacts and other organisations who produce publications with “What‘s On” sections. Please note we will no longer be producing a printed version of the See What’s On publication after Nov/Dec 2012. Entries can be submitted online at: www.kirklees.gov.uk/events or posted to Communications and Marketing, Kirklees Council, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersﬁeld HD1 2YZ. Tel: 01484 221963 or email: events@kirklees.gov.uk Title of event: ............................................................................................................. Brief description: ....................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... ........................................................ Suitable for (audience): ..................................... Venue (full address, including postcode): .................................................................. .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... Day: .................................... Date: .....................................Time: .............................. Tickets: price: ................................ where from: ....................................................... Organisation: .............................................................................................................. Contact details (for enquiries about the event): ......................................................... .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... The following information will not be published but must be completed in all cases. Name: .....................................................................Tel: .............................................

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 ‘What’s On’. Where a group submits several entries we may publish only a selection.

Festival of Light 2012 Friday 7 to Sunday 9 December Exciting, unusual and often downright bizarre – Festival of Light has long become a firm fixture on Yorkshire calendars. Bringing a veritable feast of street theatre, live music and open air entertainment to the streets of Huddersfield, this year’s programme promises not to disappoint. For now, organisers remain tight-lipped about the identity of this year’s headline show, but there are rumours that this year’s festival goers should expect the unexpected, after photos appeared on social media from the roof of Huddersfield’s Grade 1 Listed train station. As well as the headline show, Huddersfield will be treated to a whole host of other intriguing performances and street theatre shows over the weekend. Regular festival goers will recognise some familiar faces, as ‘hairdressers’ Osadia make a welcome return. Hugely popular back in 2010 when they created daring hairstyles on volunteers from the crowd, they will be transforming more people as they make themselves at home in the town’s Victorian Byram Arcade. Joining the weird and wonderful Osadia, strolling street theatre performers will take over town throughout the festival, including Dundu, a 5m illuminated puppet who will dance amongst the crowds. After a successful trial last year, King Street will once again host a live music stage, with acts from around the region

performing on both Friday and Saturday evenings. And, in a new home on Byram Street, the food and drink market will give visitors the perfect opportunity to soak up the festive atmosphere with stalls selling hot and cold food and drink. Opposite the food market, mesmerising light installations will transform St Peter’s Gardens into a winter wonderland, perfect for a brisk evening stroll. A festival art and craft fayre will be open all weekend inside the Huddersfield Methodist Mission on Lord Street and will be a great place to pick up unique Christmas gifts from some of the area’s best artists. The town centre will come alive from dusk on Friday and Saturday evenings, with entertainment until 10pm. And, on Sunday, visitors can get their final fill of the festival from mid afternoon, culminating with the traditional carol concert and firework finale around 5pm. The full programme, including times of shows and performances, will be available on the festival website from early November. Visit: www.huddersfieldlightfest.co.uk Like: www.facebook.com/festivaloflight Follow: www.twitter.com/folhudds

Dates changed for Festival of Light:

In a change to the previously advertised dates, this year’s Festival of Light will take place from Friday

7 to Sunday 9 December.