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May we take your coat? Welcome to York! Seriously, whether you’ve come to our fair city from the other side of the world, or from just down the road, we hope you have a cracking time. We feel that we can welcome anyone to York, despite not being the Lord Mayor, or the Sheriff, or one of those people that wear ceremonial gold chains and big hats when the Queen visits. That is because we are York, through and through, and WE’RE EVERYWHERE! Like some great spy network we have agents in the field all over the city and surrounding areas, tirelessly working behind the scenes to scope out the latest in events, happenings and general fun goings-on. If it happens in and around York, it’ll will be found in these glorious pages. So keep us safe, eh? No matter where your interests lay, you’ll be well catered in this city this month. May is so chocka-block with awesomeness that we had difficulty fitting it all in. There are concerts, events, festivals, coffee mornings, charity gigs, days out, and dozens of fun things to see and do. From Sherman tanks to freshly-grown asparagus, we have it all. Keep us in your pocket or your bag, whip us out when you’re stuck for something to do, and have a jolly good time. Happy May!

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Tee hee… get your superfresh asparagus from The Balloon Tree! Their delicious home-grown asparagus is now on sale, and crikey is it tasty, having been grown onsite in sandy soil, just like in the Mediterranean. Watch out for some asparagus specialities in the café and in the deli in the farm shop. Also, the multi-award winning Balloon Tree Farmshop and Café has had a brand new refurbishment, so now you can watch your home made meals being cooked in the new ‘Chef’s corner’. They also have larger delicatessen serving a wide range of delicious hot and cold goodies. n Visit www.theballoontree.co.uk or call 01759 373023

Time to ROCK!

As the Apollo Festival returns. Returning to York for another year, this great family festival will bring yet more superb musical acts to the multiples stages at York Sports Club, Shipton Road, on 27th June. Headline names already include Rick Witter, Space, Rupert Stroud, The Mothers, Kymberley Kennedy, Hello Operator, Beth McCarthy, Cry Baby Cry, and many more big names. As well as the music there will be lots to do, including a funfair, archery, face painting, kids’ workshops, donkey rides, and a whole host of food and drink. n Visit www.apollofestival.co.uk

Running wild

Get set for some May-hem at Piglets! Experience the madness of the May-hem Games at Piglets Adventure Farm, throughout the May half term, 23rd-31st May. There will be mad fun for all the family with crazy activities like sheep shearing demos, welly-wanging, hoopla, and all the usual farm park fun. Plus, make your mark on the May-hem mural to make it a truly memorable day out. Open every day 10am-5.30pm. n Visit www.pigletsfarmpark.co.uk or call 499183. 6

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It’s fair game …

… at the Pickering Game and Country Fair Experience all the countryside has to offer – from all the country sports with loads of have-a-go opportunities, to fine foods and animals – at Pickering Showground, 16th-17th May. Whatever your age or experience this event offers the opportunity to discover and learn about country sports and pursuits, all under the guidance of leading experts. Not just the country sports enthusiast, but all of the family will enjoy themselves throughout the weekend. n Visit www.outdoorshows.co.uk or call 01751 200839.

On the fringe

The Great Yorkshire Fringe arrives in York A weird, wise and wonderful ten-day festival comes to York, bringing with it top notch comedians and fantastic family entertainment. Acts such as Al Murray will be hitting York’s city centre in what promises to be a ten-day festival of fun and frivolity. Running from 24th July until 4th August, The Great Yorkshire Fringe will become a key summer event in York’s entertainment calendar, bringing the best in comedy, cabaret, theatre and music to the city. Prepare to see Parliament Street transformed into a vibrant and exciting performance space! n Visit www.greatyorkshirefringe.com

Wargames

A glimpse of our military past at Battlegroup North The Yorkshire Air Museum’s annual gathering of historic military vehicles, wargaming show and living history displays will this year be celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Victory in Europe and the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain. On 9th-10th May enjoy flypasts from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight in the form of the Lancaster bomber on the Saturday and the Douglas Dakota on the Sunday, which will also see performances by the London based ‘Hotsie Totsies’, a wartime trio, to give a party atmosphere to the show! Over 200 historic Military vehicles are expected, including a Sherman tank! n Visit www.battlegroupnorth.co.uk EVENTS

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SHAMBLES MARKET. Over 100 stalls in the heart of York for fresh produce, fresh air – and fresh banter. Besides local food, discover original crafts and gifts plus clothing and leather goods. Open daily 9am–5pm. Visit www.york.gov.uk or call 01904 551355.

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Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk or call 01904 622303.

PLAGUE, POVERTY & PRAYER, Barley Hall. The ongoing exhibition from children’s author Terry Deary explores everyday life for the citizens of York from the Norman invasion to Tudor times. Call 01904 615505. Remember to use your YorkCard to gain free entrance to York Minster!

1914: WHEN THE WORLD CHANGED FOREVER, York Castle Museum. The terror of total war and its revolutionary impact on life around the world is explored in this major new exhibition marking the centenary of the First World War. It will tell the fascinating and often moving stories of the Yorkshire people who lived and died during the war that they said would end all wars. Visit www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk Yorkwalk, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks taking place every day, as well as specialist tours such as Richard III and Jewish Heritage. 8

REVEALING YORK MINSTER’S UNDERCROFT, York Minster. Experience the revamped network of new interactive galleries, housed in the Undercroft and Treasury below the historic cathedral. Visit www.yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011. SUPERFRESH APARAGUS, The Balloon Tree Farm Shop, 9am-5pm. Their delicious homegrown asparagus is now on sale, and crikey is it tasty, having been grown onsite in sandy soil, just like in the Mediterranean. Watch out for some asparagus specialities in the cafe and in the deli in the farm shop. Visit www.theballoontree.co.uk or call 01759 373023.

RIVER CRUISES, YorkBoat, Lendal Landing. Enjoy river cruises every day and see York from a different perspective. There are daily cruises from February to November, as well as early evening and night-time floodlit cruises. Call 01904 628324. GHASTLY SHOWS, York Dungeon. See the effects of tyrant King Henry VIII becoming head of the church and filling the crowns coffers and meet the redundant washer servant of St Mary’s Abbey who has now become a dirty filthy peasant and is fighting for survival… Also, Carnivàle, their very own sideshow starring a cast of colourful characters ready to amaze and astound. Visit www.thedungeons.com/York WWI: A Taste of Home, York Chocolate’s Story, 10am-6pm. An exhibition commemorating the centenary of World War One. Showcasing previously unseen artefacts and letters, which provide a fascinating and unique perspective on the conflict. Visit www.yorkschocolatestory.com DAILY CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPS, York Cocoa House, times vary. Get your

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York hands dirty (with chocolate) each and every day with a different choccy-tastic workshop, including chocolate bar making, making chocolate models, and all about truffles. Call 01904 675787.

Ceramics Drop-in, Wednesdays 9.30am-12.30pm, call 07974 302069, and Introduction to Print-making, Wednesdays, 2-4pm & 5.30-7.30pm, call 07960 329286.

Lightwater Valley, near Ripon. Escape to Lightwater Valley and discover the excitement of a day bursting with thrills, chills and adventure. Visit www.lightwatervalley.co.uk

QUIZ NIGHT, Huntington Sports Club, 8.30pm. A weekly general knowledge quiz to win beer tokens. Call 01904 769138.

FLAMINGO LAND, near Malton. A fun day out in guaranteed at the theme park and wildlife park, and right now you can see the baby giraffes! Visit www.flamingoland.co.uk Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, Allerthorpe. Set in 53 acres of grounds and lakes, the site offers a variety of watersports as well as a campsite and Lakeside cafe. Visit www.allerthorpelakelandpark. co.uk EVERY MONDAY SELBY MARKET. The whole family will find something within the beautiful market town. The Selby Farmers Market is also held on the first Wednesday of every month. Call 07808 768186. EVERY TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY WEEKLY CLASSES, Rogues Atelier, Fossgate. Upholstery Class Drop-in each Tuesday 10am1pm, call 07960329286. Also 10

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of York, onboard a classic 1960s bus. Call 0844 5677666. 2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH WEDDING OPEN EVENINGS, The Grange Hotel, Clifton. Visit the gorgeous country house in the city and discover what it could offer your special day. Call 01904 644744.

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EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT & SUNDAY AFTERNOON ROCKIN’ ROLLERS DISCO, Manor School, Nether Poppleton, 5.30-9pm (Fri), 3-5pm (Sun). Pop on a pair of skates and get funky at the roller disco! Call 01904 890631. EVERY SUNDAY WIGGINTON CAR BOOT SALE, Home Farm, Wigginton, from 7am. A great local car boot sale, with refreshments. Call 01904 768463. EVERY NIGHT GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www. ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276. The Ghost Bus Tours, Exhibition Square, 7.30 & 9pm. A tour that combines comedy and horror in a thrilling journey around the darker side

UNTIL 1st NOVEMBER Royals: then and now, Beningbrough Hall, 11am5pm (Tues-Sun). Enjoy a new collection of royal portraits by Bryan Organ, Chris Levine, David Bailey and Jason Bell as Beningbrough Hall is transformed for a second year of propertywide portrait displays. Royals: Then & Now returns for a final year until November with other internationally important contemporary works by John Wonnacott and Andy Warhol.

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SATURDAY 16 MAY 2015 7:30PM York Barbican Beethoven Overture to Egmont

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House Gallery, Scarcroft Hill, Paintings by one of the gallery’s favourite artists, John Thornton. John is mesmerised by the sea, whether in his native Yorkshire or Cornwall. Call 01904 656507. 2nd-4th

UNTIL 6th SEPTEMBER PLAYING TRAINS, National Railway Museum, 10am-6pm. Explore the wonderful world of railways, big and small. Generations of children have grown up with railway toys, but what makes the love of them so enduring? The exhibition is a place for children, not just about them, and is filled with toys to play with, games to try and books to read. Visit www.nrm.org.uk UNTIL 10th JUNE EXHIBITION, Janette Ray Booksellers, Bootham. See an exhibition of architectural drawings at the book shop. Call 01904 623088.

EXHIBITION & SALE, Village Hall, Newton-On-Ouse, 10.30am-4.30pm. The NewtonOn-Ouse Art Group presents a new exhibition and sale of works. Visit www.newtononouseartgroup. blogspot.co.uk 2nd-3rd THE GREAT ANTIQUES FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse 8am-5pm (9am start Sun)A great fair with excellent on site catering. Visit www.jaguarfairs.com 2nd

UNTIL 9th May ALL SHAPES AND SIZES/ Voices from The Inside, Quilt Museum & Gallery. A stunning collection of quilts that reveal complex, geometric designs that are pieced to perfection, and also an exhibition of quilt work created by prisoners. Call 01904 613242. 2nd-3rd MAY & 6th-7th JUNE Open Weekends, Kentmere 12

LATE MUSIC, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. The musical ensemble Dark Inventions perform. Visit www.latemusic.org

3rd-4th & 24th-25th Bank Holiday Events, Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Murton, 10am-4.30pm. See the vintage tractors and farming exhibits, while hanging out with Cowboys on the fort and Viking and Tudor re-enactors. Enjoy the large play area, see the livestock, ride the vintage swing boats and say hello to the birds of the owl display. Also the DVLRS will be running trains! Call 01904 489966. 3rd-4th GARDENERS’ WEEKEND, Sledmere House, 10am5pm. Two days of garden demonstrations, talks, tours, and a chance to buy plants and sundries. Call 01377 236637. 4th, 9th-10th & 23rd25th OPEN DAYS, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Visit this working traditional windmill in Holgate and learn about how it works and the lengthy process that led to the mill’s restoration. The weekend of 9th-10th will also be National Mills Weekend for which there will be an exhibition of local art. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org 4th SILVER JUBILEE STREET FAIR, Copmanthorpe, 12noon4pm. Enjoy crafts, stalls, games, refreshments and music for the silver anniversary if this great local street fair. Call 01904 709392.

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H AV E A M AG IC A L SUMMER Escape to the moors and coast this summer with trains running to and from Whitby every day. Enjoy marvellous 60s and 70s music events, a heritage diesel gala, classic cars and vehicle displays, summer story trains and Pullman Dining Trains too. Book your tickets online and save up to 20%

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9th Foss Walk, starting at Hovingham Village Hall car park, 9.30am. Join the River Foss Society on a walk from Terrington to Hovingham. Call 01904 764702. 9th Coffee Morning, Huntington Methodist Church, 10am-12noon. Enjoy homemade refreshments and various lovely stalls, with all proceeds going to Christian Aid. Email christine.harrison42@yahoo. co.uk 9th YUMI Coffee Morning, Explore Library Cafe, Museum Street, 10.30am-12.30pm. A relaxed and informal social get together for anyone settling in York from another culture and anyone interested in meeting people from other cultures. Visit www.interculturalyork.org

STEEL PANS WORKSHOPS, York High School, 4-5.20pm. The workshops are Victoria Jaquiss, a highly-regarded tutor who runs the Leeds Silver Steel Sparrows, and who will train two York Music Centre tutors to develop steel pan playing in York. To book, email artseducation@york.gov.uk 12th New Geographies of Bradford: Islamic Architecture and a Sense of Place, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm. A lecture by Dr George Sheeran, University of Bradford, hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. Call 01904 656713.

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Willow weaving bird feeder workshop, Beningbrough Hall, 11.30am4.30pm. The popular willow workshops return to make

THE WEDDING AFFAIR, The Royal York Hotel. The finest local suppliers, entertainers and marital experts are gathered together for just one day, to inspire you and your beloved, and to make your wedding as special as you hoped it would be. Visit www.theweddingaffair.co.uk

12th Stable Courtyard Market, Castle Howard, 10am-4pm. Browse a great range

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Annual plant sale, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-5pm. Take a bit of Beningbrough home in the popular annual plant sale with many items propagated from the gardens. Call 01904 472027.

Cycling Celebration, York Sport. A fun-filled festival of cycling! There will be plenty to see and do, with Minster FM broadcasting LIVE throughout the day! You can even experience York Sport’s cycling facilities for free when you register online in advance. Enjoy races, taster sessions, and a prize draw. Visit www.york-sport.com

16th-17th YORK OPEN ECO HOMES, across York, 1-4pm. Visit energy efficient homes around the city and find out how to improve yours. Organised by St. Nick’s Environment Centre. Call 01904 411821.

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16th-17th Pickering Game and Country Fair, Pickering Showground. Experience all the countryside has to offer – from all the country sports with loads of have-a-go opportunities, to fine foods and animals. All of the family will enjoy themselves throughout the weekend. Visit www.outdoorshows.co.uk or call 01751 200839. 16th CHARITY FUN DAY, St Oswald's CE Primary School, Heslington Lane, 12.30-4.30pm. In aid of two military charities, The Gurkha Welfare Trust and Families' Activity Breaks, see military demonstrations, enjoy a climbing wall, see farm animals and lots more. Call 01904 555421.

York Guildhall Orchestra, The Barbican, 7.30pm. The final concert in the Guildhall's 35th season will open with Beethoven's dramatic Egmont Overture and will end with the powerful and dramatic 5th symphony of Shostakovitch. Call 0844 8542757. 17th DOG FUN DAY, Sledmere House, 10am-5pm. A great day out for dog lovers and their dogs. Call 01377 236637.

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Catapluf’s Musical Journey, The National Centre for Early Music, 11am. Follow Catapluf whose imagination takes him on a musical journey to every corner of the globe, traveling to places where anything from saucepans, water, drums, drainpipes and even the human body are turned into musical tools, in this colourful and exciting performance! Visit www.ncem.co.uk 17th STEVE CASSIDY BAND, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7.30pm. Join Steve and friends for a great night of live music. Call 01904 623568.

Create15, York St. John University. Held annually, Create15 gives the University an opportunity to showcase the extraordinary work and talents of its students to a wider public. Highlights include the English Literature and Creative Writing Showcase which features extracts of students’ critical and creative work on display around the campus. Visit www.yorksj.ac.uk/create

20th YAYAS LECTURE, The Friend’s Meeting House, Friargate, 7.30pm. Sandra Garside-Neville (Archivist at YAYAS) presents ‘Trouble at t'mill - Windmills in the Evelyn Collection then and now’. Email rosemary.suttill@talktalk.net

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Evening country walk, meeting at entrance gates of Beningbrough Hall, 6pm. Join the River Foss Society for a walk around Linton-on-Ouse. Call 01904 764702.

Visit to the Hawk and Owl Trust at Jugger Howe, start at Falcon Inn, A171, three miles north of Cloughton, 10am. Join the River Foss Society for a day out. Call 01904 764702

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21st An Evening of Music, Village Hall, Stockton on the Forest, 7.30pm. Enjoy some music and fun with talented keyboard player and entertainer, Andrew Nix. Call 01904 448178.

17th WEDDING FAIR, Burn Hall, Huby, 11am-3pm. The Best Western Burn Hall, just outside of York in Huby, is the perfect place for your wedding. Meet the wedding coordinators, see just how stunning a venue it is, as well as mingle with a host of local suppliers. Call 01347 825400, or e-mail weddings@burn-hall.com

Rebels and Royals. The festival will later finish within the cauldron of political conflict of 18th century France. Visit www.ncem.co.uk

Beverley & East Riding Early Music Festival, Beverley. This year’s festival will be a mix of anniversaries celebrating justice, liberty and the lives of some remarkable musicians. The starting point Is 1215 with the sealing of the Magna Carta - an extraordinary event commemorated by Belinda Sykes' ensemble Joglaresa in a programme entitled Robbers,

21st Castle Howard Through 12 Objects, Castle Howard. Discover intriguing accounts of Castle Howard through 12 remarkable objects. Tour the house and admire great portraits and fine furniture as well as few more unexpected pieces along the way. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 22nd-24th WOOD-Y STOCK FESTIVAL, The Woodman Inn Pub, Bishopthorpe. Real ales, live music, a casino and lots more family fun – with tonnes of good food and prizes to be won. In aid of the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund. Call 01904 706507. 23rd THE FAKE FESTIVAL, The Knavesmire. The Fake Festival trucks are preparing to load up and embark on yet another tour of the UK with their unique touring tribute festival. The stage will yet again play host to five local support bands who have been lucky enough to earn their spot at this year’s event. With hundreds of applicants, the five bands have been carefully selected: Beth McCarthy, Minster Gods, Bind Eye, RSJ, and A Joker’s Rage will all warm you up before the main tribute acts perform. Visit www.fakefestivals.co.uk 23rd-31st

and learn all of the tricks of their trade. Renowned for poaching, burglary, horse theft and murder, Dick Turpin's crimes committed between London and York are legendary, and you’ll learn all about him. Visit www.thedungeons.com 23rd-31st MAY-HEM, Piglets Adventure Farm Park. There will be mad fun for all the family with crazy activities like sheep shearing demos, welly-wanging, hoopla, and all the usual farm park fun. Plus, make your mark on the May-hem mural to make it a truly memorable day out. Open every day 10am-5.30pm. Visit www.pigletsfarmpark.co.uk or call 01904 499183. 23rd-25th 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ weekend, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-5pm. Tick off even more of this year’s top 50 things in an action packed bank holiday weekend to launch a summer of play. Discover what grows in a pond, climb a tree, build a den or create some wild art. Call 01904 472027. 23rd-24th

Rascals and Rogues, The York Dungeon. The Charming Rogues are taking over at The Dungeons! You will meet some of the most infamous rogues from history

YORKSHIRE ANTIQUE & ART FAIR, The Great Yorkshire Showground, 10am-5pm. A wide selection of antiques, art, collectables, and curios, as well as vintage and retro items – all in one place. Call 01274 588505.

23rd Power and Glory: York in the Time of Henry VIII, Barley Hall, 10am-5pm. Explore the dramatic changes in the roles of the Church, the guilds and the civic authorities in York in the time of Henry VIII. Discover the archaeology, first-hand accounts of life in the city and the effects that this greatest of Tudor monarchs had on life in York. Visit www.barleyhall.co.uk 23rd Mendelssohn's Elijah, York Minster, 7.30pm. York Musical Society Chorus and Orchestra perform the classic piece. To book, visit www.yorkminster.org 26th-31st ART EXHIBITION, The De Grey Rooms, 10am-5pm (3pm Sun). An exhibition and sale of original artwork from the York Art Society. Visit www.yorkartsociety. blogspot.com 26th The Norman Conquest in York: a Reassessment, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm. A lecture by Dr Sarah Rees Jones, University of York, hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. Call 01904 656713. 28th Graveyard, Coffin & Plague Tour, meeting at

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ROYAL ARMOURIES MUSEUM FREE ADMISSION

SPRING EVENTS 2015 27 March – 21 June

THREADS OF WAR An exhibition of contemporary textiles inspired by the First World War 2 – 4 May

WILD WEST WEEKEND Featuring sharp-shooting gunslingers 22 May – 23 August

WATERLOO 1815 www.royalarmouries.org

The Art of Battle Exhibition A new exhibition of art and armour 23 – 25 May

1940s VINTAGE WEEKEND Music and wartime re-enactors (Sat & Sun Leeds Dock Vintage Market) 26 – 31 May

HALF TERM HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Something different every day

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York Museum Garden gates, 10.30am. Join Yorkwalk and visit the hidden city of the dead, see Roman and mediaeval coffins, and visit plague sites and gawp at gruesome graveyards. Call 01904 622303. 28th SUPPORT GROUP, The Friends Meeting House, Friargate, 2pm. The York Osteoporosis Support Group welcomes one and all to hear from Susan Turner, Needs Advice & support Officer from the Home Improvements Agency. Call 01423 779662.

29th-30th Science out of the Lab, St Sampson’s Square, York City Centre. A chance for all the family to get involved in some fun hands-on science, with some of York’s experts. Free of charge and open to all. 31st

29th-31st YORK NEW MUSICAL FESTIVAL, Upstage Centre Youth Theatre. The Festival returns to encourage the writing and performing of musical theatre, and provide a launch pad for a diverse array of new musicals. Highlights include a new version of The Wizard of Oz by Upstage Centre Youth Theatre, where Dorothy and co. hears excerpts from all the other musicals performed during the festival. For more details and listing visit www.ynmf.co.uk

1st Adrian Plass and the Church Weekend, St. Edward the Confessor Church, Tadcaster Road, 7.15pm. An evening of theatre, stories, music and laughter with Searchlight Theatre Company, World Vision, and Adrian & Bridget Plass. Email parishoffice@care4free.net 2nd

30th COFFEE MORNING, Poppleton Methodist Church Hall, 10am-12noon. In conjunction with Coffee on the Green, enjoy cakes, buy books, and play games – all in aid of the British Heart Foundation. Call 01904 794784.

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YORK SWINGS AGAINST CANCER, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7pm. Get into the ‘swing’ of things, and help raise money for York Against Cancer by enjoying a night of swing musicians and singers. Call 01904 764466. 31st COACH TRIP. Join Yorkwalk to visit Swinton Park and Killhope Lead Mines. Swinton Park near Masham goes back to the late 17th Century as the residence of the Danby family. In the afternoon visit the North of England Lead Mining Museum at Killhope with the option of guided tours into the lead workings. Call 01904 622303.

Waterloo: An Iconic Battle?, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm. A lecture by Professor Alan Forrest, University of York, hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. Call 01904 656713. 6th-7th Gardeners’ Fair, Burton Agnes Hall. A summer celebration of gardening with stalls, talks and plant surgeries. Visit www.burtonagnes.com 6th LATE MUSIC, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. The Albany Trio perform. Visit www.latemusic.org 6th 4TEA TEA PARTY, United Response, Stockton-on-theForest, 11am-3pm. With the theme of friendship, this tea party is designed to bring people together. Visit www.unitedresponse.org.uk

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 10th EBOR LECTURE, York St. John University, 7pm. The Rt Hon Frank Field, Labour MP for Birkenhead, speaks on the subject ‘Give me a child until they are four: toughening up the Jesuit teaching on shaping children’s life chances.’ Visit www.yorksj.ac.uk/eborlectures 13th Summer Ball Dinner Dance, Haxby Memorial Hall, 7.30pm. A great evening of food, with the big band sound from DB Bigband, dancing and a good bar – all to help raise funds for Haxby Memorial Hall’s Raise The Roof Appeal. Call 01904 61559. 14th YORK MUMBLER BABY & TODDLER NEARLY NEW SALE, Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, 2-3.30pm. Pick up a bargain for your wee one. Email emilypickard82@googlemail.com 17th YAYAS LECTURE, The Friend’s Meeting House, Friargate, 7.30pm. The group’s AGM, followed by a talk from Ian Drake and Sandra GarsideNeville entitled ‘A first look into the Hanstock Collection’. Email rosemary.suttill@talktalk.net 20th St Leonard’s Hospice Midnight Walk, starting at Joseph Rowntree School, New

Earswick. This year the walk will be celebrating all things 80s! Walk in memory of a friend or loved one, as a way of keeping fit or simply to do something a little different on a Saturday night – whatever your reasons, please remember you will of course be generating essential funds for St Leonard’s Hospice. Visit www. stleonardshospice.org.uk/Help/ Events/Midnight-Walk 20th Viva Las Vegas, The National Railway Museum, 7pm. The York Teaching Hospital Charity’s fifth annual ball will be hosted by Elly Fiorentini – BBC Radio York’s Drive Time Presenter. The ball will be raising funds for hightech child simulation equipment, providing life-saving training skills for staff. To book, call 01904 724521. 27th PIRATE & MERMAID FANCY DRESS CRUISE, York Boat. Go along to King’s Staith in your best fancy dress costume and set sail for an hour of fun and games on the river. Suitable for kids under 12. Visit www.yorkboat.co.uk

Stroud, The Mothers, Kymberley Kennedy, Hello Operator, Beth McCarthy, Cry Baby Cry, and many more big names. Visit www.apollofestival.co.uk

JULY 24th JULY-4th AUGUST THE GREAT YORKSHIRE FRINGE FESTIVAL, across York. A weird, wise and wonderful ten-day festival comes to York, bringing with it top notch comedians and fantastic family entertainment. Acts such as Al Murray be hitting York’s city centre in what promises to be a ten-day festival of fun and frivolity. Visit www.greatyorkshirefringe.com

AUGUST 22nd CASTLE HOWARD PROMS, Castle Howard, gates from 5pm. Enjoy a summers evening of classical favourites and fireworks when The Proms Spectacular returns for the 25th year. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk 24th-27th

27th APOLLO FESTIVAL, York Sports Club, Shipton Road, 11am. Returning to York for another year, this great family festival will bring yet more superb musical acts to the multiples stages. Headline names already include Rick Witter, Space, Rupert

YORCHESTRA, York University, 10am-4pm. York's holiday orchestras for young people aged 6-21. Have fun making music and friends. Players of all abilities welcome. Visit www.yorchestra.org

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YORK ART SOCIETY

201st Exhibition Exhibition and Sale of Original Artwork, Prints and Cards

Tuesday the 26th of May thru Saturday the 30th of May 10:00 to 17:00 daily Sunday the 31st of May 10:00 to 15:00 yorkartsociety.blogspot.com

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Sailing & Windsurfing 2 hr taster sessions Sat 2nd May & Fri 29th May £20 Child / £30 Adult

Opening Times Tuesday - Sunday 9am - 5pm Open Bank Holiday Mondays

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FOrEsT LivE, dalby Forest Visitor centre. great musical acts are planned to perform the stunning surrounds of the forest.

This year’s participating acts are Tom odell, with special guest rae morris, 25th June; paloma Faith, 26th June; and paul heaton &

Jacqui abbott, 27th June. To book visit www.forestry.gov.uk/music or call 03000 680400.

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1st August Legends of pop 80s 14th August uB40 reunited 29th August Blue & atomic kitten

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In the stunning setting of the 1840s Cocktail Bar with city views Serving hot and cold drinks and a selection of cakes Open Wednesday - Friday 10am - 4pm The De Grey Rooms Ballroom and Cocktail Bar are available for event hire For more information call 01904 715455 or email events@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk De Grey Rooms, St Leonard’s Place, York YO1 7HD

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York SAT 23 MAY 2015 12.3011.00PM THE KNAVESMIRE 3 top UK tribute bands: 5 local support bands: TRIBUTE: FOUR FIGHTERS

INFO & BUY TICKETS: www.fakefestivals.co.uk

TRIBUTE: ANTARCTIC MONKEYS

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A JOKER’S RAGE, RSJ, BETH MCCARTHY BLIND EYE, MINSTER CONSPIRACY

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Mansion House 45 Esplanade Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 2AY

Luxurious accommodation with unrivalled panoramic sea views of the South Bay and the Scarborough Harbour. We are ideally located close to local amenities and within walking distance of the town, making us the ideal choice for both business and pleasure. We have various types of rooms including six with spectacular sea views. You could also choose to stay in our new luxurious apartment.

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Grand Opera House

To book: 0844 8713024. The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Show (23rd May)

Enjoy wonderful memories of three incredible performers, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Junior, in a fabulous production that continues to be successful all over the world. Now in its 13th year the show goes from strength to strength, all totally live, both musically and vocally. The Rat Pack Orchestra are more than just great musicians as they are a show band who also join in the fun, as do The Fabulous Vegas Showgirls who also add a touch of glamour to proceedings. Every song is an

absolute classic!

The History Boys (8th-13th June)

Set in the 1980s, The History Boys is a comic drama about adolescent schoolboys. A tale of an unruly bunch of bright, funny sixth-formers in pursuit of sex, sport and a place at university, a maverick English teacher at odds with the young and shrewd supply teacher, a headmaster obsessed with results, and a history teacher who thinks he’s a fool.

Theatre Royal To book: 623568.

IN FOG AND FALLING SNOW (26th June-11th July)

Mid 1840s York: The British nation sets a course to dominate the world, driven by the sweat of the people and the power of steam. As George Hudson sets forth on his journey to build the great East Coast rail network at any cost, the people who build it, along with investors and passengers, are caught up in the reckless extravagance of his great adventure. Told by a cast of over 200, audiences will move through the National Railway Museum’s collections and end up in a new purpose built theatre. Experience an amazing story brought vividly to life by the people of York.

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN (31st July – 5th September)

Taking place at The National Railway Museum, the fantastically successful theatrical event returns! Set in a new, purpose built 1000-seater venue, this breathtaking show, featuring the original locomotive from the film version of The Railway Children, is a truly unique theatrical experience. Join Roberta, Peter and Phyllis on an adventure of a lifetime as they tell the story of how they became The Railway Children.

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Production

Stephen Schwartz’s

The Legendary Rock Musical from the composer of ‘Wicked’. It’s an “irresistible” feel-good phenomenon! Upstage Centre Youth Theatre

41 Monkgate, York

TICKETS: £12.50 from Robin & Brenda Hudson 81 Boroughbridge Rd, York YO26 5ST T: 01904 791714 From 4 May ALSO at York Theatre Royal Box Office T: 01904 623568 or online @ yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

JOsEPH rOWnTrEE THEATrE Visit www.jrtheatre.co.uk

THE PITMAN PAINTERS

musical is set in the countryside and features ugly - a cygnet who is mistaken as an ugly duckling upon falling into his mother’s nest and is rejected by everyone but his mother.

(5Th-9Th maY)

Lee hall (writer of the movie and musical Billy Elliott) tells the true story of a group of miners in ashington in the 1930s who took up painting lessons and briefly became acclaimed by the art world. pick me up Theatre perform the piece, which has been hailed as ‘marvellous viewing’ and ‘enormously moving’ when it was first performed at Newcastle’s Live Theatre in 2007 and transferred to the National Theatre. it’s since appeared on Broadway and the west End.

HONK! (27Th-30Th maY)

a musical adaptation of the hans christian anderson story The ugly duckling, performed by York Light Youth Theatre company. The

uPsTAgE CEnTrE YOuTH THEATrE, MOnKgATE www.upstagecentre.org.uk GODSPELL (23rd-27Th JuNE)

The legendary rock musical from the composer of wicked, skilfully performed by York Light Youth theatre company. an eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, are used as the story of Jesus’s life dances across the stage.

TRIBUTE TO BEV JONES (11Th JuLY)

a musical spectacular in honour of composer Bev Jones, including Bev’s own work, excerpts from his forthcoming production The penny millionaire, and guest performances from York Light opera company.

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ork has always been rich with culture and is a popular destination for a weekend away.

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Chocoholics Dream For those of you who are looking for retail in an edible form you won’t be disappointed. Take a trip down Petergate. High Petergate is littered with cafes, restaurants, chocolate and sweet shops. The Fudge Kitchen often does demonstrations and there’s also the occasional free sample to feast on too. Kings Square hosts York’s Chocolate Story, telling the tale of York’s love affair with chocolate and offering workshops and tours too. Micklegate

Foodie Haven Previously well known to be a great start to a night out… and not a lot has changed. The restaurants don’t stop from the top of Micklegate all the way down to Ouse Bridge and Barker Lane too. From steak houses to Indian restaurants the range of food you can get in the area is vast.

STONEGATE

Boutique Emporium Stonegate is laden with designer and boutique shops, quirky bars and souvenir shops. If you take the slip through to grape lane you can enjoy even more designer and independent shops plus a cocktail or nip into one of the beauticians to have your nails done afterwards too. CONEY STREET

High Street Shrine

FOSSGATE

To get your quick fix of high fashion, Coney Street is the ultimate high street destination, featuring shops such as H&M, Zara, River Island and Mango all within close proximity to one another. Coney Street also plays host to multiple perfumeries and cosmetic stores.

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1. Bank holiday celebrations Yorkshire museum of Farming. 3rd - 4th may and 24th - 25th may. See vintage tractors, hang ouy with cowboys of the fort, see Viking and Tudor reenactors, enjoy the large play area, see the livestock, ride the vitage boat swings and say hello to the birds of the owl display! Call 01904 489966

2. SILVER JUBILEE STREET FAIR, copmanthorpe. 4th may. There’s set to be crafts, stalls, games and refreshments to celebrate the silver anniversary of this great local street fair. Call 01904 709392

3. BEVERLeY & EAST RIDING EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL. Beverley. 20th – 24th may. This year’s festival will be a mix of anniversaries celebrating justice, liberty and the lives of some remarkable musicians. visit www.ncem.co.uk

4. Wood-Y Stock festival. The woodman inn pub, Bishopthorpe. 22nd – 24th may. real ales, live music, good food, a casino and lot’s more family fun! in aid of the children’s heart Surgery Fund. Call 01904 706507

5. Summer Ball Dinner Dance. haxby memorial hall. 13th June. an evening of food, dancing and drinks with the big band sound from dB Bigband.

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Nothing will prepare guests for a surprise meeting with Samuel Gregory – leader of the notorious Gregory Gang! Confident, quick and brash, Samuel’s dreams are as big as his ability to entice innocent victims to his fearless mob!

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