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Search for Santa to bag a £1,000 shopping spree and take the family on an epic bear hunt for a great cause...   This week...   ·         What to do on rainy days in Yorkshire ·         Search for Santa to WIN a £1,000 spree ·         25 amazing nights out in Leeds ·         We're going on a bear hunt! ·         Must-do degree apprenticeships ·         Big changes coming to City Square ·         WIN a day of pool & more worth £450 ·         Leeds' most unusual things to eat ·         11 shops you might not have been to ·         WIN £200 to spend at Tharavadu ·         FireLake's festive menu is a winner   What to Do On Rainy Days in Yorkshire Those freezing, rainy days are here again! But don't worry, because we've got your back. When it's too cold and wet outside, what joys can be had inside? From beer tasting to swimming, museums to galleries, caving to chocolate making, Yorkshire has loads of fun thing to keep you entertained, no matter your age. So if you're wondering what to do when the clouds build and the heavens open, look no further!     What's On This Weekend in Leeds   Round Up the Kids and Search for Santa on This Fabulous FREE Treasure Hunt Around Leeds City Centre Got little ones under your feet? Want to take them out on a fun, free adventure? Try Search for Santa! It's a fabulous, family-friendly treasure hunt that will send you on a merry chase around Leeds. Find, scan and log all 10 for a chance to win a £1,000 shopping spree!     Introducing Leeds Bear Hunt – A Super-Fun, Free Family-Friendly Public Art Trail That You Can Be Part Of  Inspired by ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’, Leeds Bear Hunt will fill our streets with over 50 giant bear sculptures next summer. But before then, schools, nurseries and colleges can adopt and decorate their very own bear to go on display – get yours now!     3 Boozy Bottomless Afternoon Tea Experiences   25 Amazing Nights Out in Leeds You Simply Have to Try When night falls, Leeds really kicks into gear, so head into the city for memorable soirees and must-do shindigs. Crazy golf, drag shows, pub quizzes, live music, rooftop drinks, the list goes on and on. It's all waiting for you when the sun goes down – what will you do first?     3 Career-Accelerating Degree Apprentice-ships in Leeds      The Ultimate Guide to Going Out on Greek Street   Transforming City Square – All the Big Changes Coming to Leeds City Centre & Why They’re Needed  You might have noticed that changes are afoot in Leeds City Square right now, but what are they doing? What’s it all for? Well, you can find out everything you need to know right here, and get a glimpse of what the future holds for the heart of the city.      WIN a Day of Pool, Food, Drinks & More at the Legendary Northern Snooker Centre Worth £450 Fancy yourself as something of a pool shark? Cues at the ready because this is a stonker of a prize for you to pocket! You can spend a day with your mates playing across five tables, complete with £120 to spend on food and £160 to spend at the bar. Get in!     5 Scrumptious Places to Get Pizza By the Slice   The Most Unusual Things to Eat in Leeds Are you prepared to step outside of your comfort zone?     11 Leeds Shops You Might Never Have Been To You might be familiar with the shops on Briggate and the stores in Trinity Leeds, but what about those easy-to miss spots off the beaten track? The cool bookshop on a barge, the Thai supermarket selling all kinds of sriracha and the connoisseurs feeding all of your cheesy dreams – these wonderful indies do things a little bit differently.      Two Leeds Women Shaping Engineering's Future   WIN £200 to Spend on the Finest & Most Fabulous Keralan Food at Tharavadu  Tharavadu is the place to go for Keralan cooking in Leeds, so how would you like £200 to spend there? That's what we're giving away in this competition. It's the perfect chance for you to enjoy the glorious wares that have earned them a prized Michelin recommendation.     The Christmas Menu of Dreams Has Arrived at FireLake – & It’s a Bargain!  'Tis the season for festive feasting, and few do Christmas better than FireLake. Forget the peeling and washing up, because they've got three Yuletide courses for £30, including a slap-up Christmas dinner and a palate-cleansing lemon and lime tart. Book in, quick!     For even more ideas, visit Leeds-List.com       Share     Tweet     Share     Forward   Leeds-List.com Tel: 0113 3200710  Email: enquiries@leeds-list.com  Leeds Digital Magazines, No. 1 Aire Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4PR.

 

MAGICAL MUSIC AT THE HOLBECK   Saturday 10th December at 6pm The places and stories of our past, both imaginary and real, hold a curious power over us.   Boundary-pushing music ensemble Manchester Collective is back at The Holbeck with this adventurous programme for string orchestra. At the heart of it is a new commission by Oliver Leith – the voice of a new generation of British composers. “Deadpan, subversive and quietly anarchic” (BBC Radio 3), Oliver’s music seamlessly crosses the boundary between contemporary classical and electronic worlds.        Sunday 11th December at 3pm WYSO has a feast of musical delights to get you in the mood for the festive season. Marvel at the moonlit sky with Debussy's Clair de Lune, dance in the spotlight to music from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker, wrap up warm for a ride in Leroy Anderson's sleigh and exercise your vocal chords singing along with the Jackson 5's Rocking Robin, and much more besides: you can expect a real twiddly-diddly-treat! Conductor: Nick Meredith         Copyright © 2022 Slung Low, All rights reserved.  Slung Low Limited is a company registered in England and Wales with the company number 07720259, registered at The Holbeck, Jenkinson Lawn, Holbeck, Leeds, LS11 9QX Our mailing address is: Slung Low The Holbeck, Jenkinson Lawn Leeds, England LS11 9QX United Kingdom

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Hi , Looking for something fun to do this winter? Check out these great events happening near you! From family-friendly activities to festive celebrations, there's sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. So take a look and start planning your weekend today! Events Happening in Leeds Leeds, EN, United Kingdom  Featured   Ultimate Reunion New Years Eve Party Network I'm interested   The High-ticket Sales Business Accelerator Worksho Online I'm interested Friday   New Model Army live at Rock City, Nottingham online I'm interested   New Model Army live at Rock City, Nottingham online I'm interested LORDI / Olympia, Tampere online I'm interested   Ibrahim Maalouf • L'Autre Canal Nancy online I'm interested Saturday   SKK Stockholm Hundmässa online I'm interested   LEGO Train Show 2022 online I'm interested Vitalic + Poltergeist ∙ L'Aéronef online I'm interested   EVA DAHLGREN｜STOCKHOLM online I'm interested Sunday   Stormzy | Auckland online I'm interested   Iloinen Leski - operetti online I'm interested National Children's Memorial Day online I'm interested   Luke Combs / Jordan Davis / Lainey Wilson online I'm interested Next Week   Rod Stewart - Vip First Direct Arena I'm interested   Systemic Criminality and Capitalism online I'm interested Rhonda's ​Guyanese Style Tea Room Leeds West Indian Centre I'm interested   Spacecraft Operations - Live classes Online I'm interested Prioritize Your Dating + Relationship Goals in 2023 | Leeds Leeds Hosted by Michelle Wax Dating     I'm interested sports, health-wellness, trips-adventures   How to Embody the INNER WORK Instead of Just Processing It-Leeds Leeds Hosted by The Other Side of Average     I'm interested mental-health   Play All Day de Natal Rio De Janeiro Hosted by Rio Pinball Clube     I'm interested 1 like minded person is interested   Piquenique Otakumatsuri 祭 り[11 de Dezembro 2022] Rio De Janeiro Hosted by Otakumatsuri     I'm interested 1 like minded person is interested   #Fridays | Cargo Leeds Student Sessions Leeds Hosted by      I'm interested pop   Netwalking Leeds River Aire Leeds Hosted by Chris Kenworthy     I'm interested business, health-wellness   Cinderella Leeds Hosted by Same Difference Arts     I'm interested comedy   Introduction to Printmaking - 5 week course Leeds Hosted by      I'm interested workshops, art, fine-arts   The Indians Are Coming : Leeds Leeds Hosted by DESI Central     I'm interested comedy, entertainment   New Years Eve party at The Domino Club Leeds Hosted by The Domino Club     I'm interested new-year       View All Events in Leeds + Add your events to this Newsletter

Run-up to Christmas @ Seven Festive Christmas Carols will be performed by Chapel A Choir in Seven’s Courtyard on Saturday 10th December 4pm. PAYF donations. Also on Saturday, we'll be showing World Cup – England v France match on the screen in the Seven's Bar. Take your seats at 6.30pm. Free On Sunday 11th December,1.30 - 4pm, JazzLeeds – Dale Storr. After his stunning debut at Seven a year ago, we just had to ask him back! Dale Storr’s musical journey has brought him recognition as one of the UK’s leading exponents of New Orleans piano. £10 / £8. The Discount Comedy Checkout returns on Wednesday14th December, 7.30 pm. This Leeds based improv group take audience suggestions to create fast, funny and outrageous comedy scenes before your eyes! £10. On Thursday 15th December, 7- 10pm, JazzLeeds – Alan Barnes Octet -‘Copperfield’ Suite. Just in time for Christmas look forward to “Copperfield” – a new jazz suite from Alan Barnes takes the audience through the characters and scenes of ‘David Copperfield’. Readings from Dickens tell the story, and after each scene eight virtuoso musicians bring the characters and scenes to life. Arts at the Arms return to Seven on Friday16th December, 7:30pm, bringing their trademark mix of theatre, comedy, poetry and music from local creatives showcasing original work. On the bill this time round we have theatre written by Kerry Wright and Jeremy Fletcher, poetry from Jonathan Chadwick, comedy from Alex Dunlop and much more. £10. Also in the run up to Christmas are Land of Nod on Saturday 17th December; Back Chat Brass and fab play returning from Edinburgh Fringe, Last Night, plus Seven Quiz on Sunday 18th December; Rush Hour Jazz - Dudley Nesbit and Richard Ormrod on Wednesday 21st December, and finally Mewl Music - Choir of Loretta on Thursday 22nd December. If you're peckish feel free to order a pizza from Canteen Pizzas and it will be zipped across the road. Pizzas are available Wed –  Fri from 4pm and from lunchtime Sat/Sun. Where the event is ticketed, tickets are available at TicketSource via www.sevenleeds.co.uk  We  look forward to seeing you at Seven very soon. Every £ spent at Seven helps support high quality arts in a local setting.  follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | forward to a friend  Copyright © 2022 Seven Arts Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Seven Arts Leeds 31(a) Harrogate Road Chapel Allerton Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 3PD United Kingdom

What's On / December 2022   Newsletter December 2022   Hi  Our theatre is buzzing with festive cheer after the opening week of Cinderella, this year's annual pantomime. We still have great availability after Christmas, if you're looking to extend your celebrations over the festive holidays.  Be sure to catch thelast Shoe Cake Comedy Club (Fri 9 Dec) of the year, with a fresh selection of stand-up comedians and audience-led improvised comedy. Our studio welcomes Christopher's Christmas (Sun 18 - Sat 31 Dec), a charming tale about a guinea pig family who set out to save Christmas. Bringing a modern spin to the traditional world of pantomime, the award winning community arts group LIDOS present Puss in Boots (Fri 20 - Sat 28 Jan) a family-fun pantomime that is sure to beat those January blues. Keep scrolling to see more festive family ideas around Leeds, as well as our exciting announcement for next year.  Take Care, Carriageworks Theatre Team   December   Cinderella Fri 25 Nov - Sun 8 Jan   The clock is ticking to Leeds's most magical pantomime yet! Featuring spectacular scenery, sparkling costumes and loads of traditional pantomime mayhem, laughter and chances for you to join in the fun. Here's what some of our audience have to say about the show: “The performers were all fantastic and we thought that it was the best pantomime that we have seen for a long time"     “It was an evening of pure joy and happiness from all the cast”     “The panto last night was amazing! I brought my 7 year old Daughter and 4 year old Niece and they didn't move off their seats once (apart from to dance along). They're already asking to go see it again. They especially loved Buttons and the 12 days of Christmas song”     “The entire cast were so professional and certainly made the children feel welcomed and involved” Tickets are selling fast so if you're planning a trip to attend the Royal Ball with Cinderella this Christmas, the following dates have good availability: Thu 8 Dec, 6.30pm (British Sign Language Interpreted Performance)   Tue 13 Dec, 1.30pm (Dementia Friendly Performance)   Fri 16 Dec, 1.30pm   Thu 22 Dec, 2pm (British Sign Language Interpreted Performance)   Mon 26 Dec, 6.30pm   Tue 27 Dec, 2pm (Relaxed Performance)   Thu 29 Dec, 6.30pm (British Sign Language Interpreted Performance)   Sat 31 Dec, 10.30am   Mon 2 Jan, 1pm   Mon 2 Jan, 5pm   Wed 4 Jan, 6.30pm   Thu 5 Jan, 1.30pm (Relaxed Performance)   Thu 5 Jan,  6.30pm   Sat 7 Jan, 2pm (British Sign Language Interpreted Performance)   Sat 7 Jan, 6.30pm   More Info / Book Now     Shoe Cake Comedy Club Fri 9 Dec   The Shoe Cake Comedy Club makes a welcome return this month with their 100% raw improvisation.  Headlined by The Discount Comedy Checkout, you can expect to see TV favourites Chris Lumb, Natalie Smeaton and Phil Smith, starring alongside Eddie French, Tom King and Mandy McCarthy. A line-up of fantastic stand up from Ant Dewson, Alex Stringer and Jack Kelly opens the show before the improv begins.   More Info / Book Now     Christopher's Christmas Sun 18 - Sat 31 Dec   Christopher’s Christmas is a Makaton friendly performance, and written especially for children aged 2-7 and their families, told using beautiful puppets and stunning scenery. Its Christmas Eve and Christopher Nibble’s festive fun is interrupted by a shocking radio announcement.  Father Christmas’s Santa Nav has broken, and he can’t find Dandeville!  The guinea pigs gather and hatch a plan to save Christmas…but everything they do seems to cause chaos and calamity. With tickets sold out before Christmas, the following dates have good availability: Tue 27 Dec, 11am and 1pm   Wed 28 Dec, 11am and 1pm   Thu 29 Dec, 11am and 1pm   Fri 30 Dec, 11am and 1pm   Sat 31 Dec, 11am and 1pm   More Info / Book Now   Coming Up: January   Puss in Boots Fri 20 - Sat 28 Jan   When the Miller dies, Jack, his adopted son, receives his inheritance along with his brother Jasper. Jack enjoys the simple things in life, so is quite pleased to find out that he has inherited his beloved Cat – Puss, whilst his brother Jasper receives all the Miller’s riches. But, this feline is no ordinary cat.   More Info / Book Now   From Our Friends across Leeds   Ice Cube Fri 25 Nov - Sat 31 Dec Enjoy outdoor ice-skating, cosy up in the brand-new Ski Bar, soak up the Viking hygge at Thor’s Tipi or head to the outdoor covered seating areas to relax and refuel with a selection of festive street food and drink. End your day on a high by taking a ride on the spectacular Leeds Wheel of Light and experiencing the winter-themed rides and attractions, including the traditional Golden Gallopers.   More Info / Book Now INDIs Movie Night Screening Sat 17 Dec This Christmas the INDIs Movie Night will be screening Carol at 4pm, following two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York.  At 7pm in A Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington decides to spread Christmas joy to the world. But his well-meaning mission puts Santa Clause in jeopardy! Watch one festive film for £5 or both for £7.   More Info / Book Now   Book Now For Next Year   Snow White Fri 24 Nov 2023 - Sun 7 Jan 2024   When the vain Wicked Queen realises that she is no longer the fairest in the land, she seeks revenge against her beautiful stepdaughter Snow White.  With the help of the magical Forest Fairy and her seven faithful friends, can Snow White escape the Wicked Queen’s evil clutches and live happily ever after with her handsome Prince? Featuring breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen.   More Info / Book Now   FOLLOW US         CARRIAGEWORKS THEATRE   Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LS2 3AD  0113 376 0318 | boxoffice@leeds.gov.uk www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk     Carriageworks Theatre is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.      Every week in the run up to Christmas, we are giving one lucky winner the chance to win £200 to dine and drink at a restaurant across Leeds over on our instagram, @Eat.Leeds 🎄 The Eat Leeds elves have been working hard to spread some festive spirit this Christmas to share with your loved ones ✨     Christmas Parties Round Up!   Sparkle and shine this festive season with all the Christmas festivities going on around Leeds with colleagues, family, friends and loved ones. Celebrate the holidays in style with all the buffets, feasts and festivities you can think of! From office parties to family gatherings there is the perfect package for you and your group to sleigh this Christmas.     Click here to find our top Christmas Party picks!     Restaurant Offers and Events… Crafthouse Supper Club every Friday   Enjoy 3 courses from the set Supper Club Menu, with free flowing red wine, white wine or fizz, for 90 minutes, for £45 per person. Try the delicious cod schnitzel or roasted parsnip risotto and why not add some yummy extra sides?   Crafthouse   Pizza Express   Oh come, all ye hungry! This season, the table is set for a festive feast with extra flavour. Indulgence is on the menu, from truffle loaded Dough Balls to dazzling Christmas cocktails. From lunch ‘til late they serve all your favourites in their sociable pizzeria.   Pizza Express   The White Swan   Adjoining the world famous City Varieties, located in the heart of Leeds city centre, The White Swan serves a great selection of local ales, imported craft beer, cocktails and quality wines. Homemade meals are served every day using locally sourced produce, including Sunday lunch and sandwiches from 12-5pm Monday – Saturday.   The White Swan Blackhouse Festive Cocktail Menu   From the classic mulled wine to a mistletoe cosmo, a Christmas in Manhattan and more! They sound like a taste of festive season in a drink if you ask us! Why not try out their festive food menus whilst you visit?   Blackhouse   Rosa’s Thai   Rosa’s Thai Cafe was born out of founder Saiphin’s passion for authentic Thai food served in a no-frill and relaxed atmosphere . They put genuine hospitality and great recipes at the heart of everything they do and are proud to have bring a taste of Thailand to  England.   Rosa's Thai   Shear’s Yard   Shear’s Yard deliver a fresh and seasonal menu of intriguing ingredient combinations, all sourced from local suppliers. The bar has a late license, offering a new alternative for the discerning drinker. The building dates back to the 1800s, with the interior retaining many of the original industrial features, creating an atmosphere that is modern and intimate.   Shear's Yard Feeling inspired? Find out more about Leeds restaurants!     Want to keep up to date with all the Eat Leeds information? Make sure you follow us on our socials as we post about current foodie news, deals and offers, as well as exciting Eat Leeds events!         Copyright © 2022 Eat Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Eat Leeds Unit 9 Acorn Business Park Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 6UF United Kingdom

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Hi  You'll be happy to know that throughout December we're now open on Tuesdays, starting tonight with the soulful Katie Heap. This week's musical highlights include: The Katie Heap Duo kicking off our Tuesday night sessions, The Jeffrey Hewer Quartet playing the music of Grant Green, Fridays Monomyth records night featuring both the Lucy Robinson band and Abbey and the Peacocks, Glasgows DopeSickFly with their Funky Hip Hop soul sound and a rare late night Loud Noises party... Thanks for the support guys, our New Year's Eve party tickets have now sold out. Fear not though, you can still join us for our New Year's Eve early show. Ticket links are in the news section. The Domino Team   NEWS   New Years Eve Early Show There are still some tickets available for a very special intimate early evening show on New Year's Eve.   Buy Now   The Domino New Year Party has Sold Out  Thanks for the support friends, all the tickets have now sold out. Fear not as there are still some tickets available for the early show.     Wolf Bros of Yorkshire  Born at the start of lockdown, with bars shut and little else to do, a group of like-minded hospitality veterans got together to do something they’d wanted to do for years, make a cracking Yorkshire Gin. Fast forward to 2022 and we now have a pop-up shop in the Victoria Quarter in Leeds and can't wait to show you what we've been working on. Use the code WolfeBros10 for a 10% discount in store.     2022 DOMINO WEEKLY GIVEAWAY   Every week, one reader from our mailing list gets a limited-edition, engraved 2023 White Domino. As we only have a few weeks left in 22 we've decided to release the 2023 Domino a little earlier this year. The 23 Domino gets you free entry on paid nights, a welcome cocktail with every visit to the club and a queue jump with one friend.   This weeks winner is… Aidan King We'll be in touch via email.   THIS WEEK'S BREAK-EVEN LIQUID   Fanny Fougerat Marin Fins Bois   Marin 2011 is a Hors-Série (special issue or limited edition) Cognac by auteur producer Fanny Fougerat, who specialises in innovative new ideas for Cognac. For this Marin 2011, two casks were specially made with staves which were seasoned at an oyster farm on the island of Ré off the French coast near La Rochelle, soaking up sea spray for a year before being made into casks. A 2011 vintage Fougerat cognac from the Fins Bois appellation was then re-racked into the casks to finish for just 13 days - plenty of time for the Cognac to pick up a delicious coastal, saline edge. Usual Price £14:90 Our Price £3:50 Cheers!     THIS WEEK LIVE AT THE DOMINO     FRIDAY - THE DOMINO SOUND   6:00pm - 7:45pm Harry Orme     Vocalist and guitarist Harry Orme has been entertaining audiences across the UK and Europe for more than a decade. Tonight he'll be bringing a slice of Americana with the Rhythm-n-Blues classics of Ray Charles & Bill Withers alongside folk favourites by Bob Dylan & James Taylor.   8:00pm - 10:00pm The Lucy Robinson Band     Lucy is a 22 year old singer/songwriter from Holywood, Northern Ireland. Having grown up listening to Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan and Bob Marley her music and writing is heavily influenced by these legends.     10:30pm - 1am Abbey & The Peacocks     Abbey is back tonight along with her band who are quickly becoming a Domino favorite. Expect Funk Soul and all things groovy.   1am - 3am DJ Bob Brazil   Dj Bob Brazil is on Dj duties tonight. Expect back-to-back floor fillers from the Monomyth records head honcho.   SATURDAY - FUNK & GROOVE   6pm - 7:45pm Dan Burnett    With influences rooted in soul, Funk, and Blues. Artists covered include Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Ray Charles, Bill Withers, James Taylor, Nina Simone, and Joe Cocker.   8pm - 9:30pm The Oliver Wolf Trio        The Oliver Wolf Trio are with us tonight, expect funked up covers of classics.   10:00pm - 11:45  DopeSickFly      Few bands are as musically diverse as DOPESICKFLY. Their infectious blend of Funk, Rock, Soul and Hip-Hop - complete with razor sharp lyrics - gives them a sound unlike any other.   12 - 2am Loud Noises Late Night Party   There's nothing quite like a Loud noises party. Expect big Brass covers of all your favorite Pop anthems starting at Midnight! Bring your dancing shoes!   SUNDAY - ROOTS     7pm - 8:45pm Jacob Savage      Friend of the Domino Jacob kicks off your Sunday with a laid-back solo piano performance.    9pm - 11:30pm The Suitcase Rags Trio  The Suitcase Rags Trio are a Leeds-based skiffle group playing American folk music, blues covers and original material in an authentic style.     Facebook Instagram Website Email       The Domino Club, The Grand Arcade, Leeds (map)

This month's top picks plus concerts just announced and much more.       December is a jam-packed month of music. Highlights include pianist Pavel Kolesnikov's solo recital and a concert of musical surprises from violinist Elena Urioste and pianist Tom Poster from Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective. There's plenty of festive music to sing along and spread some Christmas cheer from Reg Vardy Band, and in all of this month's free Monday Lunchtime Organ Music concerts. Concert tickets make the perfect gift so why not treat someone you love to the gift of music this Christmas. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year,  Leeds International Concert Season   View all events     Photo © Eva Vermandel Pavel Kolesnikov Pavel Kolesnikov has become a huge favourite among UK audiences since he took up residence in London. He brings a rich programme of heavyweight masterpieces, including the sublime Schubert Impromptus, and Schumann's dramatic Kreisleriana. In partnership with Leeds International Piano Competition. Tue 6 December, 7.30pm The Venue, Leeds Conservatoire   BOOK NOW   Reg Vardy Band Join Reg Vardy Band at Morley Town Hall for some festive fun. The band's programme includes Yule Dance by Philip Harper, Fairytale of New York by Jem Finer & Shane MacGowan, Candlelight Carol by John Rutter, and A Christmas Bolero by Darrol Barry. Sat 10 December, 7.30pm Morley Town Hall   BOOK NOW   Elena Urioste & Tom Poster Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective's founders, violinist Elena Urioste & pianist Tom Poster, present a fun and eclectic concert of two halves. Opening with dreamy violin sonatas by Mozart and Fauré, the second half is a little different... #UriPosteJukeBox features everything from new music, classical gems and music from South America and Australasia to a vintage Disney medley and Come On Eileen. Watch the video for more. Tue 13 December, 7.30pm The Venue, Leeds Conservatoire    BOOK NOW   Free lunchtime music     Lunchtime Organ Music Enjoy three festive concerts for free this month. Leeds Cathedral Choir gives their traditional performance of Britten’s Ceremony of Carols (12 Dec) and Darius closes the calendar year recitals with William Lloyd Webber's Songs Without Words: God rest ye merry – Coventry Carol – Good King Wenceslas, JS Bach Schmücke Dich, O liebe Seele, and Alfred Hollins Morceau de Concert.  Please note, we are currently unable to livestream Lunchtime Organ concerts. The recitals will be available to watch the following day.  Free admission Mondays at 1.15pm Leeds Cathedral   MORE INFO   Lunchtime Chamber Music Flautist Sirius Chau and pianist Kumi Matsuo from Royal College of Music perform a wide-ranging programme of music by JS Bach, Ray Leung, Carl Reinecke and John Rutter (7 Dec).  Back Chat Brass (pictured) is a Leeds-based brass ensemble. The ensemble's catchy beats are audience favourites up and down the UK. In this concert the band presents its signature take on all your favourite Christmas tunes, featuring a one-of-a-kind sound, musicianship, and simply electrifying showmanship (14 Dec).  Free admission Wednesdays at 1.05pm The Venue, Leeds Conservatoire   MORE INFO   Just announced     Liam Byrne: Reconstructing Resonances Liam Byrne makes the captivating sound of the 17th-century viola da gamba truly magical in this contrasting programme of very old and very new music for viol and live electronics.  Find out more >>   Chineke! Wind Quintet A vibrant and wonderfully varied programme full of surprise and musical delight, performed by a selection of Chineke!’s finest wind players. Find out more >>   Jess Gillam Ensemble This promises to be an explosive concert designed to showcase the diversity, dynamism and versatility of the saxophone, and to inspire audiences to reflect, dance and smile! Find out more >>   You may also enjoy...   Samuel Barber: String Quartet Members of the Orchestra of Opera North perform an intimate concert in the round, with the spotlight on Samuel Barber's exquisite String Quartet in B Minor featuring the famous Adagio. Thu 8 December, 7pm Howard Assembly Room   MORE INFO   Manchester Collective: Places We Know At the heart of this adventurous programme for string ensemble is a new commission by Oliver Leith - will o wisp is an exploration of the weird and wonderful, based on an old English folk legend. Elsewhere, listeners are invited to explore Caroline Shaw’s serene Plan & Elevation, Dmitri Shostakovich’s musical rollercoaster Chamber Symphony, and a tender piece about loss and reinvention by Missy Mazzoli. Watch the trailer >> Tickets for this event are free at the point of booking; you pay what you decide after the performance at the venue, with cash, card or online. Sat 10 December, 6pm The Holbeck, LS11 9QX   MORE INFO   Leeds International Concert Season Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD 0113 376 0318 | boxoffice@leeds.gov.uk  www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk Support Leeds Town Hall's refurbishment       Leeds International Concert Season is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.

 

What's on at Pictureville Welcome to our weekly film listings. It's beginning to feel rather festive, with our seasonal film programme well underway and the ever-popular 3D Polar Express screening in our IMAX this weekend. If bright lights and busy shops aren't your thing, and you'd rather squirrel away with a good book, why not try one of our big-screen literary adaptations: Don DeLillo's White Noise, Michael Cunningham's The Hours or Roald Dahl's Matilda.   Love cinema? Don’t forget that you can receive free and discounted cinema tickets, plus money off in our bar and shop by becoming a Pictureville member.   FULL WEEKLY LISTINGS   SHOWING THIS WEEK (9–15 DECEMBER)     BONES AND ALL (18) Fri 19.30; Sat, Sun 19.00; Wed 16.45; Thu 20.00 A dark and thought-provoking romantic horror about two people living on the fringes of society, directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, A Bigger Splash).   BOOK NOW     AFTERSUN (12A) Fri 17.00; Sat 12.45; Wed 16.30; Thu 17.45   BOOK NOW   LIVING (12A) Sat 16.30; Thu 14.00, 17.00   BOOK NOW     A BUNCH OF AMATEURS (12A) Fri 14.00   BOOK NOW   IMAX: BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER (12A) Fri 16.30; Thu 15.45   BOOK NOW     THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (15) Sun 17.00   BOOK NOW   SHE SAID (15) Fri 19.55   BOOK NOW     BRADFORD ON THE BBC IN THE 1970S (U) Fri 11.00   BOOK FREE TICKETS   MET OPERA: THE HOURS (CERT TBC) Sat 17.55   BOOK NOW     KISS KISS BANG BANG (15) Wed 19.30   BOOK NOW   GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO (PG) Sun 19.30   BOOK NOW   IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM     MOONAGE DAYDREAM (15) Sun 15.30   BOOK NOW   TOP GUN: MAVERICK (12A) Sat, Wed 16.00   BOOK NOW   FESTIVE FAVOURITES   Get into the festive atmosphere this year with some seasonal movie magic. Bring the family, settle into one of our comfy red seats, and be sure to treat yourself to hot chocolate and locally made mince pies from Pictureville Bar.   FULL FESTIVE LISTINGS     KIDS' CLUB: FROZEN 2 (U) Sat, Sun 10.30 Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an enchanted autumnal forest. See it for £3 at our Kids’ Club screenings.   BOOK NOW     IMAX 3D: THE POLAR EXPRESS (U) Sat 13.00; Sun 13.00   BOOK NOW   IMAX: VIOLENT NIGHT (15) Fri, Sat, Sun, Wed 20.00; Thu 19.00   BOOK NOW   WHEN EUROPE MADE HOLLYWOOD: SUNRISE TO HIGH NOON   A series exploring how European filmmakers shaped American popular film. From those courted by Hollywood studios because of their success in 1920s Europe, to those forced into exile to escape fascism in the 1930s, these artists made an indelible mark on stateside cinema and created some of its most distinctive output.     HIGH NOON [4k] (U) Sun 14.00   BOOK NOW   THE KILLERS (PG) Fri 17.30   BOOK NOW   IMAX DOCUMENTARIES     IMAX 3D: ANTARCTICA (U)   BOOK NOW   IMAX 3D: OUR BLUE PLANET (U)   BOOK NOW     IMAX 3D: WILD AFRICA (U)   BOOK NOW   IMAX 3D: A BEAUTIFUL PLANET (U)   BOOK NOW     IMAX 3D: WALKING WITH DINOSAURS (U)   BOOK NOW   IMAX 3D: HUBBLE (U)   BOOK NOW   COMING SOON     WHITE NOISE (15) Screening from 16 December Noah Baumbach’s bold and striking new adaptation of Don DeLillo’s classic postmodern American novel.    BOOK NOW     IMAX 3D: AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER (CERT TBC) Screening from 16 December James Cameron’s sci-fi epic makes its long-awaited return, with unmatched, state of the art visuals. See it on the region’s biggest screen—our IMAX.   BOOK NOW   ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL (PG) Screening from 16 December A brand-new take on the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical about an extraordinary girl with a vivid imagination.   BOOK NOW         © National Science and Media Museum 2022 National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ (as part of the Science Museum Group) is an exempt charity under the Second Schedule of the Charities Act of 1960 and is recognised as charitable by HM Revenue and Customs.

 

Make the most of the winter holidays Brighten up the dark days with light experiments in Wonderlab, challenge your friends and family in Games Lounge and cosy up with the magic of the big screen at Pictureville. The museum will be closed 24–26 December. We recommend booking a free museum admission ticket in advance.   Find out more     What's on   Wonderlab Explore our most popular gallery with over 20 mind-bending experiments to get the whole family thinking like a scientist.   Find out more Games Lounge Play your way through gaming history in Games Lounge. Tickets cost £2 per person and give you 25 minutes of unlimited play.   Find out more     Switched On From the first radio microphones to colour TV, on-demand video and streaming, our new exhibition explores how and why the world of broadcasting has changed over the last 100 years. Switched On is open until the 11 January 2023.   Find out more     On the big screen   Festive Films It might be cold outside but it's warm inside our three cinemas, so cosy up and enjoy some Christmas classics on the big screen this festive season Screenings include The Polar Express in IMAX 3D, The Muppet Christmas Carol and Home Alone, and with our Kids' Club showings, tickets are just £3.   Find out more   For older children IMAX: Avatar 2: The Way of Water (CERT TBC) Screening from 16 December Rejoin the Sully family and see what adventures unfold in this groundbreaking sequel. See it on the biggest screen in the region, our IMAX, for a truly spectacular cinema experience.   Book now For grown ups Festive fun or something different Screening daily Take some time for yourself and enjoythe Holiday season - or find some normalcy, with showings ofAftersun,Livingand She Said all through December.   Find out more   Shop with us   Whether it's a present for a loved one or a treat for yourself, our shop has a great range of toys, books and memorabilia. Can't visit us in person? You can still shop online - with every purchase helping to support the museum.   Shop online       © National Science and Media Museum 2022 National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ (as part of the Science Museum Group) is an exempt charity under the Second Schedule of the Charities Act of 1960 and is recognised as charitable by HM Revenue and Customs.

Hello It’s the start of another week, and you know what that means… another weekly dose of everything Square Chapel, events and beyond! Christmas really is here at Square Chapel as this week Big Wooden Horse & Brighton Dome are sprinkling some family festive magic as ‘The Night Before Christmas’ show heads to Square Chapel, with relaxed performances included! Friday Night Live is back this week featuring a trifecta of talented, local artists that we insist you come to check out! We’re bringing the cheer into the New Year with a superb line-up of comedians who will be bringing their stand-up tour to Square Chapel. Firstly we want to thank everyone who turned up to celebrate our 250th Anniversary! This Week Cube Choir Presents: Songs of Peace and Joy of Christmas Friday 9th January Following from the success of our concert in the Summer, Cube Choir returns with a selection of seasonal songs of Joy and Peace, as well as Christmas favourites The choir is led once again by our wonderful music director Laura Durrans, with Jenny Sheldon on the piano. We are also delighted to announce that Paul Whittaker OBE will be joining us to share his fabulous BSL interpretations, along with his Halifax Signing choir, who will also be joining us for some numbers on stage. We look forward to bringing you our songs to cheer, soothe and lift you up at this Christmas time of year. TICKETS Friday Night Live @ Square Chapel: Stone Sister, Twin II, The Incident Friday 9th December A triple threat of a line-up of talent just for you in our Copper Auditorium Stone Sister – Emerging from West Yorkshire, Stone Sister has a unique sound of flowing melodies and grunge textures. Singer songwriter and lead guitarist Sam Hillier fronts the band . Slamming on bass David Wright keeps a dark underbelly to the sound. Leeds native and skilled drummer John gives impressive rhythms. Raw and emotive, this band conjures both savage and sultry feelings, and depicts a true image of the North. Twin II’s – storytelling styles are explorational yet complimentary, floating between immersive and emotive vocabulary, as well as tongue-and-cheek humour. Performing live with a SP404 sampler, Twin II creates a captivating and unique live performance for each audience, not only performing the tracks, but providing depth into the stories themselves, and allowing the audience to connect with the artist as well as the lyrics. The Incident – is a 17 year old songwriter from Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, who has recently been discovered by the Princes Trust! He is currently working on new material and is being mentored under the watchful eye of cult singer songwriter Liam Frost. TICKETS The Night Before Christmas 10 - 23 December Relaxed Performances - 10 -16 December Square Chapel is delighted to welcome a festive show for all the family this Christmas. Big Wooden Horse Theatre and Brighton Dome present ‘The Night Before Christmas’ On the night before Christmas, Emily stares out of the window, hugs her teddy and waits excitedly for the morning, while in the corner a little mouse called Eddie can’t understand why only humans are allowed to get presents. So he sets off in search of Father Christmas to find out for himself. Along the way he dodges the family cat, gets directions from a cowardly robot and is given some unexpected advice from the magical fairy on top of the tree. Will Eddie get an answer? Will Emily get her wish? And what is that funny-shaped present sitting under the tree? The Night Before Christmas is the latest production from Big Wooden Horse, creators of the hit shows Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, The Way Back Home, Monstersaurus and Aliens Love Underpants. Great for families with children aged 3-7, and perfect for school groups as a Christmas treat. Running time: 50 mins | Doors Open 30 mins before listed performance time. The relaxed performance of the show aims to support children, young people and adults with autism, communication difficulties, other learning disabilities and those with English as a second language. The show lasts 50 minutes. There will be no actual break in the show, but the doors will be left open and you can go out of the auditorium if you wish. TICKETS Relaxed Performance Tickets FILM Bones and All (18) 02 - 08 Dec Aftersun (12A) 02 - 08 Dec Good Night Oppy (U) 03 - 08 Dec New Year Laughs Zoe Lyons Thursday 9th February Zoe Lyons has kept herself busy in the last couple of years by having what can best be described as a monumental midlife crisis. It involved buying a sports car, having a brief marital separation and running a 100k ultra marathon which really didn’t end well. Along the way her hair decided the best thing to do was abandon ship. It ain’t easy being a middle aged woman: try doing it with a combover. Thankfully Zoe has been able to explore the funny side of all these twists and turns. It’s time to sell the silly car and try and put the wheels back on her life. Zoe is the host of BBC2’s Lightning. She’s known as a star of Live at the Apollo and a regular on Have I Got News for You (BBC1), QI (BBC2), and Mock the Week (BBC2). Other credits include Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (BBC2), Stand Up and Deliver (C4), House of Games (BBC2). Zoe is an immediately recognisable voice on Radio 4 as a regular on The News Quiz, Just a Minute, The Unbelievable Truth and The Now Show, and also co hosts Frank Skinner’s show on Absolute Radio. ★★★★★ Funny Women “A masterclass of how to write, construct, and perform an Edinburgh show, or any show in fact.” Tickets Maisie Adam Thursday 16th February Rammed with witty observations, high-octane energy and some right good jokes. This high-energy show promises to be better than whatever else you had planned (unless you had plans to go dancing with Cher). ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Daily Express ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One4Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Voice Magazine ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Funny Women ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everything Theatre ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘thoroughly engaging ……… bursting with puppyish pleasure’The Guardian ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘The hair is fun, the live performance is way funnier. …..wonderfully witty” Evening Standard ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘A treat …… hilarious’ The List Tickets Carl Hutchinson – Watch Till The End Friday 12th May Hutchinson is back with a brand new show for 2023. After a mammoth 87 date run in 2022, Carl capitalised and got right to work to produce his best show yet. If you’ve seen the Geordie in action before you know exactly what type of amazing night you’re in for. If you haven’t seen Carl, prepare to be dazzled by the UK comedy scene’s best kept secret. “Unexpected punchlines and occasional slapstick. A very clever mind at work here.” Fringe Review Tickets Josie Long Sunday 26th February ‘After defeat, re-enchantment is necessary’, said Lola Olufemi. This thought inspires Josie Long’s brand-new show of stand-up infused with humanity, compassion and some brief political rants. The triple Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, underdog Fringe hero and delirious new mother (the first person to have two babies)returns with a show about the changes wrought by time, passion, moving to Scotland, and loving the world under – let’s face it – difficult circumstances. Tickets Copyright (C) 2022 Square Chapel Arts Centre. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: SQUARE CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE, 10 SQUARE ROAD, HALIFAX, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX1 1QG

North Ronaldsay Lighthouse STILL On the lookout? Scotland is no ordinary country, with its kilts, castles and culinary delights. There is still time to book a winter break and escape to Scotland with these quirky accommodation ideas. Distinctive accommodation options include lighthouses, spas set in medieval castles, and a Benedictine Abbey. 6 Quirky Hideaways Lochan An Ais, Knockan A BREAK FROM THE NORM As well as quirky places to stay, Scotland offers plenty of unusual things to do. From curling to ice climbing, your adventurous side is in for a treat! 7 IDEAS The Colonnades, Edinburgh ©The Colonnades at the Signet Library 17 PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK Tantalise your tastebuds and feast your eyes on these unique, colourful and eclectic places to sample delicious delights in Edinburgh. Explore Travel Accommodation Attractions V VisitScotland, 94 Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JH VisitScotland Communications VAT No. 945 652106

The Doctor is here Our new exhibition opens today   The first visitors have started arriving at our new exhibition, Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder, which opened at the National Museum of Scotland this morning. Don't forget to book your tickets in advance to get the best price. You can also see original costumes worn by David Tennant and Catherine Tate in a free display outside the exhibition. We'll be announcing a packed programme of events for adults and families soon. Watch out for an email from us in the next few weeks.   Book in advance to save   Visit the exhibition   Step inside the TARDIS to discover the science behind the global hit television series Doctor Who. Explore hands-on immersive experiences and see amazing props from across the programme’s history in this must-see exhibition.   Continue reading     Relaxed Viewings   Enjoy a calmer visit to the exhibition on Sun 8 Jan, 5 Feb, 5 Mar, 2 Apr and Tue 18 Apr. During these sessions noisy interactives and videos will be turned off and visitor numbers reduced.   Book your ticket Gallery Trail   Take a Doctor Who-inspired tour through the museum to discover 10 objects from our collections which link to some of the scientific themes and stories from the iconic television series.   Download the trail     Visit the shop   Don't miss our special Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder shop at the museum or browse the range online.   Shop online     Plan your visit   More information about how to find us and to help plan your visit.   Continue reading Become a Member   Get unlimited free entry to the exhibition and other great savings.   Join today   Sonic screwdrivers. Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder – installation view at World Museum, Liverpool. Image © Robin Clewley, courtesy of National Museums Liverpool. Props in the TARDIS Tech Room. Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder – installation view at World Museum, Liverpool. Image © Robin Clewley, courtesy of National Museums Liverpool.   Connect with us     Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF   © National Museums Scotland. Scottish Charity SC011130

  

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A special look at our panto, Jack and the Beanstalk |

Hi    With the festive season well and truly upon us, we wanted to share some extra special panto magic with an exclusive sneak peek into our GIANT panto, Jack and the Beanstalk.   POOF! Like a swish from Fairy Fortuna Fullobeans wand, our first week of shows is underway. Take a look below at our incredible cast in action!     Filled with the usual full-of-beans panto fun and frolics that you know and love from the Lawrence Batley's Theatre annual pantomime, including spectacular effects, a side-splitting script and musical numbers to get you mooo-ving.      Treat yourself this December and join Jack as he climbs up the beanstalk in this adventure of epic proportions.    Jack and the Beanstalk Running now until Sat 31 December

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FRIDAY 9TH - SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER     THIS WEEKEND AT THE TAPROOM       STREET FOOD   NOMADIC PIZZA SATURDAY 10TH - SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER FOOD SERVICE TIMES Sat 10th | 12pm - 6pm Sun 11th | 12pm - 5pm   LIVE MUSIC   ACOUSTIC SESSION   Fri 9th | at 7pm Sat 10th | at 3pm     BREWERY SHOP     LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL GIFT? Shop in store or online and get stocked up for Christmas with our beer and merch range🎄 🍺 Mini Kegs 🍺 Bottles 🍺 Mixed Cases 🍺 Cans 🍺 Merchandise 🍺 Brewery Tour Tickets     SHOP NOW     SAVE THE DATE...   CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON Join us on Sunday 18th December at Ossett Brewery Taproom for Christmas festivities from 12pm - 5pm. Free Entry | Family Friendly | Four legged friends welcome       NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY Celebrate the New Year with us in the heart of the brewery! No need to book | Free Entry Please note: Under 18s are welcome in the Taproom until 9pm.         CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES TAPROOM Friday 9th | 4pm - 9pm Saturday 10th | 12pm - 9pm Sunday 11th | 12pm - 5pm Friday 16th | 4pm - 9pm Saturday 17th | 12pm - 9pm Sunday 18th | 12pm - 5pm Friday 23rd | 4pm - 9pm Christmas Eve | Saturday 24th | 12pm - 4pm (no live music) Christmas Day | Sunday 25th | Closed Friday 30th | 4pm - 9pm New Year's Eve | Saturday 31st | 12pm - 1am New Year's Day | Sunday 1st January | Closed SHOP Friday 9th | 11am - 9pm Saturday 10th | 10am - 9pm Sunday 11th | 12pm - 5pm Monday 12th - Thursday 15th | 11am - 4pm Friday 16th | 11am - 9pm Saturday 17th | 10am - 9pm Sunday 18th | 12pm - 5pm Monday 19th - Tuesday 20th | 11am - 4pm Wednesday 21st - Thursday 22nd | 11am - 7pm Friday 23rd | 11am - 9pm Christmas Eve | Saturday 24th | 10am - 4pm Christmas Day | Sunday 25th | Closed Day Monday 26th - Tuesday 27th | Closed Wednesday 28th - Thursday 29th | 11am - 4pm Friday 30th | 11am - 9pm New Year's Eve | Saturday 31st | 10am - 1am New Year's Day | Sunday 1st January | Closed Please note the Brewery Shop will be back open on Wednesday 4th January at 11am WHERE TO FIND US: 📍 Ossett Brewery, Kings Yard, Low Mill Road, Ossett, WF5 8ND       Copyright © 2022 Ossett Brewery, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Ossett Brewery Kings Yard Ossett Ossett, England WF5 8ND United Kingdom

Creative Kirklees Newsletter We have plenty of festive events and activities to share with you in our newsletter. There are Christmas concerts, craft fairs and workshops galore to satisfy your creative juices. We've highlighted some in our Christmas section below and there are more on the website. Not to be missed are the Kirklees Concert Season concerts at Huddersfield and Dewsbury Town Halls - perfect to get you in the festive mood. Plus there's a range of music events on our music page (and not just Christmas ones!). Looking ahead to January, Musica Kirklees, the Kirklees Music Hub and the Kirklees Year of Music 2023 have announced that saxophonist, broadcaster and author YolanDa Brown will be the keynote speaker for the Music Changes Lives conference on 3 January 2023. Find out more and how to book your place in the news item below. We hope you enjoy some festive creative fun.    Featured events Give...A Few Words Festive Networking Meeting  Fri, 9.12.2022 10:00 - 11:30  Join us in the cosy surroundings of the Winter Festival Tipi for a Festive meeting with a twist  Read more Quilt Huddersfield  Sat, 3.12.2022 10:30 - Fri, 9.12.2022 12:30  Learn how to make a quilt in Huddersfield  Read more Print Jam  Fri, 9.12.2022 18:00 - 21:30  We are blowing away the winter weather and hosting our very first West Yorkshire Print Workshop ‘Print Jam’! Music, food and printmaking combined!  Read more Escape from Mogadishu (film)  Fri, 9.12.2022 19:00 - 21:00  True life action tale  Read more The Bad Guys (Dreamworks animation)  Sat, 10.12.2022 15:00 - 17:00  Saturday afternoon family matinee  Read more Amexperimental attic #12 | boundarymind  Sat, 10.12.2022 17:30 - 20:30  Residency: 7th – 10th December Performance: Saturday 10th December 19:30 Concept, composition & performance – Linda Jankowska and KAY V  Read more Swing of Things at Huddersfield Jazz  Sun, 11.12.2022 14:00 - 16:00  HUDDERSFIELD JAZZ SWING OF THINGS Tom Prior: guitar & vocals Andy Wallis: clarinet & baritone sax Carl Wallis: guitar & vocals Ed Armitage: fiddle St  Read more WOW Wednesdays Small Business Accountability Membership  Wed, 14.12.2022 09:30 - 11:30  A friendly, supportive and nurturing local accountability group for creative entrepreneurs and small businesses to help you reach your goals  Read more Exhibition tour: The Story of the Rugby League World Cup  Wed, 14.12.2022 13:30 - 14:00  Join us for a lunchtime tour of our current exhibition!  Read more Winter Songs@Holmfirth Library with Amazing Acapella  Fri, 16.12.2022 11:00 - 12:00  Join in and listen to a selection of wintery song treats  Read more Far Cry@ Batley Library  Sat, 17.12.2022 14:00 - 15:00  Folk carols & winter songs from around the world with Far Cry Acapella  Read more Music Changes Lives: Music Education Conference 2023  Tue, 3.1.2023 13:00 - 18:30  CPD and networking for teachers, support staff, music professionals and community musicians.  Read more    Christmas Jack and the Beanstalk  Wed, 7.12.2022 10:00 - 12:00 +35  Fee-fi-fo-fum, we smell a giant panto for winter 2022!  Read more University of Huddersfield Christmas Brass Band Extravaganza at Dewsbury Town Hall  Wed, 7.12.2022 12:30 - 13:30  The annual concert from the students of the University of Huddersfield is sure to raise the roof with its combination of Christmas favourites.  Read more Carols Around The Tree in Grange Moor  Wed, 7.12.2022 18:30 - 19:30  The Grange Moor Brass Band community will be coming together to play carols!  Read more Festive Fabric Gift Wrap  Fri, 9.12.2022 10:00 - 11:00 +5  Make your own fabric gift wrapping - an eco-friendly alternative to single-use disposable gift wrap.  Read more Simply Santa  Fri, 2.12.2022 16:20 - Fri, 9.12.2022 18:20 +10  Enjoy a thrilling steam train ride to Shelley North Pole to meet Father Christmas, with many more activities and treats along the way.  Read more Platform 1 live music Christmas fundraiser  Fri, 9.12.2022 19:00 - 23:00  Live music Christmas fundraiser - get into the Christmas spirit. 100% of ticket money goes to Platform 1 crisis mental health charity  Read more Christmas Concert with the Huddersfield Choral Society and the Black Dyke Band  Fri, 9.12.2022 19:30 - 21:30  Come and hear a wonderful collection of Christmas music with Huddersfield Choral Society and Black Dyke Band. Includes audience participation!  Read more Patchwork No-Sew Baubles Workshop  Sat, 10.12.2022 10:00 - 12:00  Try out this quick, easy way to use up small fabric scraps to create patchwork bauble decorations without the need of a sewing machine!  Read more Festive Crafting with Jane Wilson  Sat, 10.12.2022 11:00 - 16:00  Join our Resident Artist Jane Wilson on Sat 3 & Sat 10 December for some restful festive crafting.  Read more Santa’s Grotto  Sat, 10.12.2022 11:00 - 15:00 +1  Ho, Ho, Ho, Merry Christmas! It's the most wonderful time of the year and Santa Claus is coming to our magical grotto.  Read more Christmas Wreath Making Workshop  Sat, 10.12.2022 12:00 - 14:00  Be guided through the art of wreath making in our Christmas Wreath Making Workshop!  Read more Championship Brass at Christmas  Sat, 10.12.2022 12:00 - 14:00  Join Hepworth Brass Band, Thornhill Commuity Choir & soprano Beth Rosamond at Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury for a festive afternoon concert.  Read more Festive Crafting with Barbara Hellowell  Sat, 10.12.2022 12:45 - 13:45 +1  Join our Resident Artist Barbara to create a beautiful wire Christmas tree.  Read more Christmas Concert in Greenhead Park Conservatory  Sun, 11.12.2022 00:15 - 00:16  Get in the Christmas mood at a free concert with choirs from Huddersfield Grammar School in Greenhead Park Conservatory on Sunday 11 December at 3pm  Read more Byram Arcade Craft Fair Dec 2022  Sun, 11.12.2022 10:00 - 16:00  The Byram Arcade Craft Fair on the second Sunday of every month 10am -4pm. Unique handmade gifts locally made by our favourite local crafters  Read more Hepworth Band Christmas Concert  Sun, 11.12.2022 17:00 - 19:00  Join the Hepworth Brass Band for a programme of festive favourites, carols, mulled wine & mince pies  Read more View more by clicking  here    Latest news YolanDa Brown to be keynote speaker at Music Changes Lives conference  Wed, 7.12.2022 15:58 - Tue, 3.1.2023 15:58  Saxophonist, broadcaster and author YolanDa Brown will be the keynote speaker at the Musica Kirklees conference in January 2023  Read more   Creative Kirklees © 2022 All Rights Reserved Creative Development Team PO Box 1720 HUDDERSFIELD HD1 9EL arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk Visit Us Privacy Policy Terms

 

Jay Shetty, Dolly Alderton and Gyles Brandreth & Dame Judi Dench New this week is Jay Shetty's first ever world tour: Love Rules. Let the podcaster, bestselling author and former monk take you on a  journey of finding, keeping, and even letting go of love. We've also announced a Dame-studded show with Gyles Brandreth & Dame Judi Dench. Due to popular demand, we've added another date with Dolly Alderton! Join Dolly as she brings her hugely popular Dear Dolly column to life. Our latest Fane Online events feature #Merky Books New Writers’ Prize 2021 winner Jyoti Patel, debut novelist Eleanor Shearer, and writer-performer Fern Brady.

 

Dolly Alderton - extra show 26 Mar, 7:30pm | Live Due to popular demand, we've added an extra Dear Dolly show! Spend a heart-warming and hilarious evening in the company of the beloved Dolly Alderton, bestselling author of Everything I Know About Love, screenwriter, journalist, podcaster and everyone’s dream dinner party guest.	Jay Shetty 19 - 24 May | Live Tour Don't miss the On Purpose podcast host, New York Times bestselling author, and former monk on his first ever world tour, Love Rules. In this 90-minute experience, Jay will take the audience on a journey of finding, keeping, and even letting go of love. Includes live meditations, experiments and demonstrations.
Keith Brymer Jones 20 May - 30 Jun | Live & Streaming Spend an uplifting evening with The Great Pottery Throw Down judge in conversation with his wife, actor Marj Hogarth, as he shares stories of life in front of and behind the potter’s wheel. What's more, Keith will give an exclusive on-stage demonstration and share top tips about working with clay.	Royal Philharmonic Orchestra  15 Dec, 8pm | Streaming Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without John Rutter and his ever-popular concerts with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Join the world-renowned English composer, along with acclaimed actor Simon Callow and a stellar line-up of special guests for a unique celebratory Christmas concert.

 

Miriam Margolyes: Oh Miriam! Live 16 Sep - 31 Oct | Live & Streaming One of Britain’s favourite (and naughtiest) national treasures is heading back out on the road across the UK and Ireland for her biggest tour ever to mark the launch of her next book, Oh Miriam!  Let Miriam take you on an extraordinary adventure through a truly independent mind and life.  Find out how being conceived in an air-raid gave her curly hair, what pranks led to Miriam being known as the naughtiest girl Oxford High School ever had and how she ended up posing nude for Augustus John as a teenager. With a cast list stretching from Scorsese to Streisand, a cross-dressing Leonardo di Caprio to Isaiah Berlin, the evening promises to be jam-packed with jaw-dropping anecdotes, uncanny impersonations and recreated moments from her celebrated acting career.

Gyles Brandreth 5 Mar, 3pm | Live To celebrate his 75th birthday, and as a fundraiser for Great Ormond Street Hospital, Gyles is hosting a party with his friend Dame Judi Dench. He'll be telling hilarious and revealing stories of all the great Dames he has been lucky enough to know. Expect stars, songs and surprises. All proceeds will go to GOSH.

Jyoti Patel & Mohsin Zaidi 17 Jan, 6:30pm | Streaming Jyoti's debut novel, The Things That We Lost, is a beautifully tender novel that explores family, loss, and the lengths we go to, to protect the ones we love. In conversation, Jyoti and Mohsin will discuss what it means to be a person of colour in Britain today, and the stories we tell ourselves to manage our trauma.

 

Eleanor Shearer 20 Jan, 6:30pm | Streaming Elanor's debut novel, River Sing Me Home, is a moving and redemptive novel about a mother’s desperate search to find her stolen children and her freedom. Eleanor will discuss the way in which her novel draws on both her family history and the tiny footnote at an exhibition that inspired Eleanor to write this dazzling book.

Fern Brady 14 Feb, 6:30pm | Streaming Join the writer-performer to discuss her debut memoir, Strong Female Character. Fern will explore how she uses her voice as a neurodivergent, working class woman from Scotland to bring her experiences with sex work, abusive relationships and her time spent in a teenage mental health unit to the page.

Gift the best books of the year with LoveMyRead Order by 15 December for pre-Christmas delivery Discover a variety of gifts for bookworms of all persuasions, from special boxes curated by Stanley Tucci and Jay Rayner, to book bundles chosen by Dolly Alderton, Paterson Joseph and Taylor Jenkins-Reid.  We also have 3, 6 and 12-month gift subscriptions for adults and children, as well  as signed copies of this year's best reads across genres - from Lenny Henry's Rising to the Surface to Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw's Black Holes.