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25TH-26TH MARCH

JURASSIC LIVE, York Barbican. A fun, informative family production that takes you back in time to the prehistoric age. Watch as you witness dinosaurs and birds live on stage, with plenty of mesmerising special effects. For more information, please visit www. yorkbarbican.co.uk/whats-on/ jurassic-live-2023.

// 26TH MARCH

WEDDING FAYRE, Middletons Hotel, 11.00am-2:30pm. Engaged? Planning your big day? Join Middletons Hotel in their open day and wedding fayre, where you’ll get the chance to view the venue, ask questions and picture your perfect celebration. A glass of fizz and canapés will await you on arrival too! For further information, please visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ middletons-york-wedding-fayretickets-458361079327.

// 27TH MARCH

ST NICKS SAVE ENERGY AND MONEY DROP IN, York Explore Library, 10am-12.30pm. Join a free drop-in event, with short talks, info stalls, free LED bulbs for eligible residents and more. Energy prices and the global temperature keep rising, making life much harder for many. Pop along for free support on saving energy and water, managing bills and related issues. Visit yorkenergyadvice.org.uk or call 01904 922249 for more information.

// UNTIL 31ST MARCH

MUSEUM MYSTERY TRAIL, York

Army Museum. A fantastic, family, fun-filled event…join Montgomery Bonbon and test out your detective skills whilst you explore the York Army Museum and solve plenty of puzzles. Remember to pick up your free moustache bookmark too! For more information, please visit https://kidsinmuseums.org. uk/what-we-do/montgomerybonbon-museum-mystery-trail/.

COMING SOON…

// 1ST APRIL

YORK RECORD FAIR, York Racecourse, Knavesmire Stand. Calling all music buffs! Come along and enjoy one of the biggest record fairs in the UK. Features top record sellers with up to 150 tables of vinyl records from all genres, CDs, 78s, books, posters, and music magazines. Entry costs £2 and those under 16 years go free. Free parking on site. For more information, info@yorkrecordfair. com.

// 1ST APRIL

YORK BLUES FESTIVAL, The Crescent. Featuring a fantastic line-up with talented blues bands from across the UK. Advance tickets cost £20, but tickets can also be purchased for £25 (subject to availability). For more details, please visit yorkbluesfest.co.uk.

// 6TH-10TH APRIL

YORK CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL, Parliament Street. A foodie delight and a highly-anticipated annual event, York's Chocolate Festival make a return for 2023. With plenty of workshops, tasting sessions, and demonstrations, there is something to suit every taste.

// 15TH- 23RD APRIL

YORK OPEN STUDIOS, various locations. Two weekends (15th and 16th April, and 22nd and 23rd April) that will showcase the work of over 150 carefully-selected artists and makers. From painting to print, drawing, glass and sculpture, photography, and much, much more. There is something for everyone!

// 22ND APRIL- 23RD APRIL

YORK HEALTH, HEALING, AND WELLBEING FESTIVAL, York Racecourse. Back for its 15th year, this wellbeing festival in Yorkshire features all the essentials, from treatments, mediums, gemstones, holistic products, aromatherapy, and clothing plus much more. Throughout the weekend, there are also talks and workshops, plus free entry into the prize draws for every visitor.

Regular Events

// EVERY MON

JOYCE RHODES YOGA, Fulford Social Hall, 7.30pm. A mixed-ability yoga class with a very experienced accredited teacher, qualified with the British Wheel of Yoga. Email Joycegrhodes@ btinternet.com.

// EVERY TUES

STOCKTON FORESTERS DRAMA

GROUP, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall, 7.30pm. A friendly, fun local amateur theatre group, producing two plays a year. Whether you fancy being on stage or helping behind the scenes, they would love to hear from you! For more information, email Holly at dramastockton@gmail.com or find us on Facebook.

MENFULNESS RUNNING

CLUB, Millennium Bridge, York, from 7.30pm. An all-abilities weekly running group run by David Lingwood. A chance to talk to like-minded men, and have a laugh whilst exercising, and afterwards, an opportunity for a post-run beverage.

// EVERY OTHER TUES

HEWORTH RETIRED MEN’S GROUP, This friendly social group meets fortnightly on Tuesdays from 10 -11:30am, at Heworth Without Community Centre. Anyone can join, whether or not you live in Heworth! A brilliant chance to make new friends, and experience talks from excellent speakers on a wide range of topics, along with refreshments. For more information, please contact Allen Humphries at 07517661872.

// EVERY WED

YOGA WITH NESTOR, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall, 10am. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@ yahoo.com.

HARMONY LADIES CHOIR, Acomb Methodist Church Hall, 7:30pm. A friendly group that needs no audition to join and they are looking for new members, come along and give it a try. For more information visit www. yorkharmony.co.uk.

// EVERY SECOND WED OF THE MONTH

ACOMB LOCAL HISTORY

SOCIETY, Acomb Church Hall, 10am. Enjoy a guest speaker’s presentation followed by refreshments. Admission is £2 and £1 for members.

// EVERY FIRST & THIRD WED OF THE MONTH

STRICTLY FUN BARN

DANCING, Acomb Methodist Church Hall. 2.15pm - 4.30pm. An afternoon of barn and ceilidh-style social dancing. Admission is £3. For more information call Phil on 01904 783029.

// EVERY THUR

YOGA WITH NESTOR, 29 Maple Grove, Fulford. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@yahoo.com

PURELY BALLROOM, Huntington Working Men's Club, 7-8.30pm. Join this friendly beginners' ballroom and Latin dance lesson. Tuition will be focused on the jive, cha cha cha, and waltz up to the Christmas break. Call 07939 336315 or email andy.k.gant@gmail.com for more information.

// EVERY THUR AND FRI

SILVER SWANS BALLET, for over 55s (under 55s also welcome) Huntington Memorial Hall (Thursdays) and St. Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby (Fridays). This gentle ballet class is adapted and ageappropriate. Get fit, have fun, and meet people with a passion for life! Taught by RAD Silver Swans Licensee and director of Jorvik Dance. Call 07725 478479 or visit www.jorvikdance.com for more information.

// EVERY DAY

CITY CRUISES YORK, York's favourite water-based attraction offers sightseeing, dining, self-drive and private hire cruises on the River Ouse, and is a much-loved and highly regarded staple of York's visitor economy.

CITY WALLS EXPERIENCE, Micklegate Bar. Visit one of the historic gateways into the city and discover 2,000-year stories involving battle, imprisonment and near destruction. This new attraction is open until October. Visit yorkcitywalls.com for more information.

DARK TALES OF YORK, Book a private tour to explore the narrow streets and alleyways of York and learn about the rich and haunting history that the city has amassed over hundreds and thousands of years. Call 07530 378176 or visit www.darktalesofyork.com.

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.

JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the world-famous ride experience with the sights, sounds and smells of the Viking Age, as well as get up close to the ancient artefacts and interact with their friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www. jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk.

JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate where your little ones can experience a real handson archaeological adventure! Visit www.digyork.com for more information.

SOCIAL YORKIES IVC, various locations. New to the area? Want to try something new? Just fancy a change? Come and join Social Yorkies a local social and activities group. Come along to their regular social events across the month in a popular York City centre location. For further details, please visit www. yorkivc.club.

WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at the West Entrance to York Minster, 11am and 3pm (also 1pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www.whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679.

YORK LEISURE CENTRE, York

Leisure Centre at the York Stadium

Leisure Complex at Monks Cross has a great range of activities guaranteed to turn up the fun. From the junior gym, swimming, racquet sports, and clip 'n climb, the whole family will enjoy a range of fun and affordable activities. Visit better.org.uk/york-lc.

YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM, Elvington. Did you know that the first-ever aeroplane was invented in Yorkshire? Explore aircraft from throughout history as well as archive material and documentation and learn all about the world of aviation. Visitors can also enjoy a stroll on the Nature of Flight walk or take a moment to reflect in the Remembrance Garden. Visit yorkshireairmuseum.org.

YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in beautiful countryside, York Golf Range features a whole host of fun activities, including a floodlit driving range, a nine-hole golf course, crazy golf, and even foot golf – a great combination of soccer and golf. Visit www. yorkgolfrange.co.uk or call 01904 499275.