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Until Sunday 20th August, you can dine out on some of Leeds restaurants' tastiest deals. Enjoy specially-crafted menus of £5, £10, £15, £20 or £25.  With four days left, what are you waiting for? Check out these fantastic venues and offers below, download your voucher and book a table before it's too late.   Check out exclusive menus and delicious offers...         Travel to your chosen restaurant with First Bus and enjoy delicious deals and drinks! Download the First Bus App to plan your journey, buy your bus ticket and track your bus live. An Adult Single ticket is just £2 on the First Bus App and is valid on any First Bus across West Yorkshire for one single trip. Available on the App Store or Google Play.   Download the First Bus App!     Looking for Eat Leeds Restaurant Week Inspo? With so many mouth-watering menus and exclusive offers available during Eat Leeds Restaurant Week, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch. Check out our latest blog post for a handy guide to each restaurant's offer.    Take a look at our top Restaurant Week picks!     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 © 2023 Eat Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Eat Leeds Unit 9 Acorn Business Park Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 6UF United Kingdom Watch, learn and perform with us       As the end of the summer approaches, so comes a range of activities for children to get involved in this autumn. From relaxed performances to weekly workshops and online activities, there's lots coming up to inspire and entertain!   Take a look at what's in store...     Watch a performance...     Little Listeners: Orchestral Storytime Sat 9 Sep at the Howard Assembly Room Don't miss this relaxed concert aimed at young children and their families. Explore the tale of The Duck with No Luck, with musical accompaniment from the Orchestra of Opera North. Recommended for children age 10 and under.     The Paper Cinema Sat 21 Oct at the Howard Assembly Room Through clever use of puppets, and practical effects, The Paper Cinema creates a world of ghosts, dreams and the supernatural unlike any you’ve seen before.   Recommended for children age 8 and over.        Get involved and learn with us...     Little ONes: Carnival of the Animals Weekly sessions starting on Fri 22 Sep   Bring your Little ONes to explore the wonderful world of opera, in sessions designed especially for your babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.     Opera North Young Musicians Studio Weekly sessions starting on Sat 16 Sep Open to young musicians age 9+, our Young Musicians Studio provides opportunities to progress classical music making or to start learning a new instrument.        Explore at home...     Recycled instrument   Make your own percussion instrument using recycled and sustainable materials, and play along to the best tunes from Opera North’s Green Season. Recommended for children age 5+     Discover the planets   Discover Gustav Holst’s music inspired by the planets, and learn more about our solar system.   Recommended for children age 9+     Opera North Ltd. Howard Opera Centre 8 Harrison Street Leeds LS1 6PA Box Office: 0113 223 3600 Registered Charity No. 511726 © Opera North 2023

Hi, We've got another top week lined up for you. Check below for the line-up, Domino winner, and news of this week's free cocktail. The Domino Team   NEWS   Come and try our new Cocktail Menu For Free. It's always a reason to celebrate when we drop our new cocktail menu and our latest one is no exception, we'd love to show you what we've been working on. This week's cocktail is the Espresso Martini. Some guy once said we made the best around. We're sure you'll agree. Bonomi Vanilla Vodka, Stout Syrup, Wolfe Bros Coffee Liqueur & Cold Brew Coffee.  You'll receive a redeemable code today and every Tuesday for the next 4 weeks, show the code to one of our amazing bar staff and you get this week's cocktail for free. Keep your eyes peeled for a separate email containing your redeemable code!   2023 DOMINO WEEKLY GIVEAWAY   Every week, one reader from our mailing list gets a limited-edition, engraved 2023 Domino which gets you free entry on paid nights, a welcome cocktail with every visit to the club and a queue jump with one friend.   This week's winner is…Georgia Unsworth  We'll be in touch via email.   THIS WEEK'S BREAK-EVEN LIQUID   High West Campfire Rye/Bourbon/Scotch 46.0% ABV  A collaborative whiskey from High West, taking spirit from the USA and Scotland to produce a one-of-a-kind bottling. It's a blend of straight bourbon and rye, with high corn and rye mashbills respectively, with a peaty Scottish single malt. A superb combination of sweet corn, floral rye and smoky Scotch. Fun Fact: In 1933 Utah became the 36 and deciding state to approve the twenty-first amendment, abolishing prohibition in the US. Cheers to you, Utah! Usual Price £14.21 Our Price £3.36   THIS WEEK LIVE AT THE DOMINO     FRIDAY - THE DOMINO SOUND   8:30pm - 11:00pm Ruby Wood Band Ruby is front woman of the critically acclaimed Submotion Orchestra who originally hail from Leeds. Playing a selection of good-time music and originals, Ruby Wood brings her band to Domino Club. Featuring some of the best musicians in the North of England.   11:45am - 2am The Hot Sweat  Playing out some of the funkiest grooves of the 60s and 70s, expect to hear the sounds of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Prince and many more booty shakers and boogy makers.   SATURDAY - FUNK & GROOVE   8:30pm - 11:00pm Brothers on the slide Brothers on the Slide are one of Leeds top Funk + Soul bands. They specialise in putting their own spin on classic songs from artists such as The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and The Four Tops to name a few.   11:45pm - 2am The House Band  Featuring an all-star cast from Leeds thriving Jazz-Soul and Funk scene, the house-band was built from the ground up with a mission to get people dancing.   SUNDAY - SPECIAL   9:00pm - 11:30pm Alma Zygier Alma Zygier is bewitching and idiosyncratic. The Melbourne born jazz and blues performer brings grit and grime to her vocals. Playful and peculiar, Alma portrays her power and fragility simultaneously at every turn bringing an emotional maturity to her performance that belies her years.   Facebook Instagram Website Email       The Domino Club, The Grand Arcade, Leeds (map)

Everything you need to know       Falstaff opens our Green Season of three sustainable operas this autumn. Verdi's riotous farce, adapted from Shakespeare's The Merry Wives of Windsor, promises a wild ride of disguises and deception. After falling on hard times, rogueish knight Sir John Falstaff plots to get his hands on some cash by seducing two wealthy wives – but before he knows it he's facing their revenge...   Opening at Leeds Grand Theatre on 28 September, expect unforgettable characters and unexpected twists in this new production that'll leave you rolling with laughter.          What is the music like?   Falstaff's score is bursting with energy! Unlike Verdi's earlier operas, there is no overture – we go straight into the action.   The orchestra weaves tales and humour, with the piccolo's quick wit contrasting with the lumbering depths of the bass instruments.   Delve into the music in our highlights playlist.      Sustainable sets & costumes   The staging and costumes have an 80s feel that we think you're going to love! A caravan that was salvaged from local Leeds pub The Myrtle has been transformed into Falstaff's home, and later a stage in Masque of Might.   In the spirit of repurposing, you may recognise some set pieces from our other productions –like the grand, panelled windows from The Marriage of Figaro, and 'new' locally sourced elements like the antlers in Act III, naturally shed by the deer at nearby Harewood House.             New to opera? Get fantastic seats and a goodie bag for just £20 when you sign up to our free Try it ON scheme!   All productions will feature English titles and selected performances will be audio described or sign-interpreted. Plus, we will host a relaxed performance of Falstaff.   Under 30 or a full-time student? Your tickets are just £10 when you sign up to our Under 30 membership. Aged 16-20? Your tickets are FREE in Leeds!   Not sure where to sit? Contact our friendly box office team on 0113 223 3600 and they will be happy to help.    Opera North Ltd.  Howard Opera Centre 8 Harrison Street Leeds LS1 6PA Box Office: 0113 223 3600 Registered Charity No. 511726 © Opera North 2023

Dog Days of Summer @ Seven We may be still in the dog days of summer with half the Leeds population on holiday, but for those toughing it out in the city, we've some great live music and other events coming up that we guarantee to entertain. Back by popular demand, on Saturday 19th August 4-6pm, Summer Saturdays – Jon Palmer Acoustic Band. ‘JPAB’ never fails to rouse the crowd with its original acoustic songs. Seven Courtyard /inside if wet. PWYF donations. On Sunday 20th August, 1.30-3.30pm, JazzLeeds – Summer Sundays Courtyard Jazz presents Jeff Hewer Quartet with Becky Frodsham on vocals. This Leeds-based band explores soundscapes of contemporary jazz.  Seven Courtyard /  Inside if wet. PWYF donations. This weekend, Friday18th - Sunday 20th August Seven's Pop-up – Cluck n Dough serves Asian inspired chicken, and loaded fries. Yummy! Friday 5-9pm, Saturday  12-8pm, and Sunday12-5pm. Coming up next week, on Friday 25th August 7.30pm, Afraid of Luke – Premiere, an indie Leeds-based comedy feature film made entirely by young local talent on a micro-budget from Leeds filmmakers, and featuring music from indie bands and young artists. £6. The final of our Summer Saturdays – The Heathen Kings is on Saturday 26th August 4-6pm. A warm welcome back for this local folk trio, with beautiful traditional songs to raise the spirit. Seven Courtyard /inside if wet. PWYF donations. Also, on Saturday 26th August, 6 -10pm, as part of the International RadhaRaman Folk Festival, an evening featuring haunting presentations of Folk music, fusion of other global dance and music with Bengali colourful folk dance, including Bengali folk, Baul and Vaishnav music, plus dazzling Dhamail dance. Free event, but booking essential. On Sunday 27th August 1.30pm - 3.30pm,  JazzLeeds - Summer Sundays Courtyard Jazz  is a Jazz Cafe and Jam Session. Seven Courtyard /inside if wet. PWYF donations. And finally, Friday 25th August - Sunday 27th August  Pop-up – Braizin Squad serves inspired dishes from a trio of very talented chefs. They bring unusual tastes to the table to delight and challenge the palate. Friday 25th August 5-9pm, Saturday 26th August 12-8pm, Sunday 27th August 12-5pm. 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 © 2023 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

Eat Leeds Restaurant Week is finally here!   It's time to sink your teeth into sizzling Thai dishes, spicy curry or scrumptious Spanish tapas. Knives and forks at the ready... from TODAY until Sunday 20th August, you can dine out on some of Leeds restaurants' tastiest deals. Enjoy specially-crafted menus of £5, £10, £15, £20 or £25 for one week only. Download your vouchers for Restaurant Week and book a table before it's too late!     Check out exclusive menus and delicious offers!       With so many mouth-watering menus and exclusive offers available during Eat Leeds Restaurant Week, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch. Check out our latest blog post for a handy guide to each restaurant's offer.    Take a look at our top Restaurant Week picks!         Travel to your chosen restaurant with First Bus and enjoy delicious deals and drinks! Download the First Bus App to plan your journey, buy your bus ticket and track your bus live. An Adult Single ticket is just £2 on the First Bus App and is valid on any First Bus across West Yorkshire for one single trip. Available on the App Store or Google Play.   Download the First Bus App! 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 © 2023 Eat Leeds, All rights reserved. Eat Leeds promotes restaurants, pubs and bars in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Our mailing address is: Eat Leeds Unit 9 Acorn Business Park Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 6UF United Kingdom

What's on at Pictureville Welcome to the weekly listings. After a fantastic response from audiences, our 70mm screenings of Christopher Nolan's epic Oppenheimer continue this week at Pictureville. We're also showing the the best of the rest of the summer's hits. Whether it's the wonderfully colourful Barbie and Elemental, or action-packed fun with the latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Mission: Impossible entries, there's pure escapism to be found at Pictureville this week.   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.     Screening This Week (18–24 August)   Full Weekly Listings   OPPENHEIMER [70MM] (15) Screening daily, see website for full listings With rave reviews from both critics and audiences, we're delighted that our 70mm screenings of Oppenheimer are continuing for a second week at Pictureville. We're the only place in West Yorkshire to experience Oppenheimer on 70mm, which provides added sharpness and depth to the image on screen. In the hands of our experienced projectionists this is an immersive theatrical experience that you don't want to miss.   Book Now   TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM (PG) Screening daily, see website for full listings Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo are back on the big screen this summer, as Seth Rogen delivers a wickedly funny screenplay for the Turtles' seventh feature film. With stylish animation based on notebook sketches, the latest take on the Ninja Turtles is a fresh and vibrant approach for modern audiences.    Book Now   BARBIE (12A) Screening daily, see website for full listings   Book Now   ELEMENTAL (PG) Mon 12.00   Book Now MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A) Wed 13.35   Book Now     Kids' Club   Kids' Club shows the best in family films every weekend for the reduced price of £3, and for the summer holidays we've got extra Kids' Club screenings with fun and games every Friday morning! Please note that these screenings are aimed at children under 12 and their grown ups. Unaccompanied adults will not be admitted.   LABYRINTH (U) Fri 10.30   Book Now THE LORAX (U) Sat 10.30; Sun 10.30   Book Now     Coming Soon   ENTER THE DRAGON: 50th ANNIVERSARY (15) Screening on 27 August 19.30 The ultimate kung fu film and Bruce Lee’s untimely swan song comes to Pictureville this August Bank Holiday weekend in collaboration with the wonderful folks at Reel Steel. From 18.00 we will have the videogame classic Tekken 3 (1997) - from a Playstation Classic (PS1) console - set up in Pictureville bar, along with an introduction from Joe Harris of Reel Steel before the film begins.   Book Now   DIYFILMMAKINGCHALLENGESHOWCASE:UNBOUND Screening on 5 September 18.00 Join us for a showcase of some of the best films made by young Northern filmmakers as part of DIY Filmmaking Challenge: Unbound. This screening will be followed by a discussion with Bradford-based producer Hollie Bryan, local writer-director Jordon Scott Kennedy and BFI NETWORK Talent Executive Jen Bradfield. The panel will discuss the process of DIY filmmaking and answer questions about the film industry. This event is free (booking is required) and open to all who want to see new work from the region’s emerging filmmakers. After the screening, there will be a chance to have a chat in Pictureville Bar, where local filmmakers can connect with peers and find new collaborators.   Book Now     Pictureville is open seven days a week. Our IMAX and Cubby Broccoli screen are temporarily closed until summer 2024, as part of the National Science and Media Museum's once-in-a-generation transformation.         © National Science and Media Museum 2023 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.

 

Comedy big names in Huddersfield | View in browser     Hi,   We're very excited to share our jam-packed schedule of side-splitting comedy that sees some of the biggest names in comedy heading to ours that you don't want to miss out on! Check out our handpicked highlights below or click here to see all upcoming comedy.   Did you know that we also run a monthly comedy club in our cellar? Headlined by 2 touring stand-ups every month, each Comedy Cellar has a relaxed vibe, with drinks on tap and plenty of regulars to chat to. Come along for only £12 and enjoy an evening full of laughs.      COMEDY   Sat 2 September   Josie Long   A brand new stand-up show from triple Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and underdog Fringe hero. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Stunning, riotously hilarious" - The Guardian       COMEDY   Thu 28 September   Jason Byrne   The "outright king of live comedy" - The Times, returns to Huddersfield with his painfully funny new show.        COMEDY   Thu 7 March 2024   Reginald D Hunter   Join "stand-up comedy's coolest customer" - The Telegraph, for an hour of incredible live comedy.        Lawrence Batley Theatre   Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, HD1 2SP Box Office: 01484 430528         Company No. 01504033 | Charity No. 510693 | Kirklees Theatre Trust is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee

It's tonight!   Fri 18 Aug   Calderdale drag queen legend Dame Shirley Bazzey is your host and will be joined by some very special musical guests - the one-and-only Cheeky Girls. It's your last chance to get tickets so head over to our website and use the code CHEEKY5 to get tickets for only £5 today!   Join us at Square Chapel this evening for a night of balls and bums that's strictly for adults only.       Check out what's coming up this September at Square Chapel Arts Centre     Music that hits all the right notes   London Afrobeat Collective - 30 Sep 2023 Heavy funk and afrobeat grooves, conscious lyrics, and a dedication to making everybody shake it! Juan Martín - 16 Sep 2023 Come and spend the evening with a true maestro, who blends technique with feeling to create a show that astonishes and moves. Hue & Cry - 23 Sep 2023 Best known for their 80s and 90s blue-eyed soul and synthpop hits; brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane are returning to Square Chapel.       Come and find your funny     Juliette Burton: No Brainer - 23 Sep 2023 We've all got a brain, although some work better than others. Juliette's brain was broken and, in attempting to fix it, she's learned a lot. Self Defence For Time Travellers - 16 Sep 2023 A live, multimedia, nerd-comedy show that looks at the unexpected consequences of irresponsible time-travel. Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke - 21 Sep 2023 Geoff will be trying to make sense of the current cultural and political scene with his playfully provocative brand of humour.     Time for a trip to the theatre   Night Terrors - 7 Sep 2023 A spine-tingling evening of three tales of the supernatural from E.F. Benson's brilliant collection of ghost stories. The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists - 28 Sep 2023 Neil Gore presents a one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell featuring projection, political conjuring tricks, live music and song.       A day out for all the family   Blue Badge Bunch - 10 Sep 2023 A hilarious game show where each game represents a different disability, giving kids and grown-ups the chance to learn about Autism and Cerebral Palsy, among others. Tom Thumb - 17 Sep 2023 One night, tiny Tom overhears Mum and Dad talking - there's nothing left to eat so they are going to leave him and his six brothers in the forest! The King of Nothing - 24 Sep 2023 An anarchic re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen's Emperor's New Clothes, in which the characters (and the audience) discover that people can be made to believe ANYTHING.     Learn something new   The Hidden History of Your Cutlery Drawer with Dr Chris Corker - 19 Sep 2023 Everyone of us has a drawer in our kitchen full of shiny knives, forks and spoons ready to use and rust-free. Dr Chris Corker will guide you through the hidden history of your cutlery drawer.     Are you a poet?   Nick Toczek's Crunch Poetry Punch with Janine Booth, Laura Taylor and Keiron Lee Higgins - 9 Sep 2023 Crunch Poetry Punch comes armed with the voices of those who speak for all of us and who hope to inspire us all to speak for ourselves.             Copyright (C) 2023 Square Chapel Arts Centre. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: SQUARE CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE, 10 SQUARE ROAD, HALIFAX, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX1 1QG           COMING UP   IT'S PARTY TIME SUNDAY 27TH AUGUST       We are celebrating 25 years of brewing this August and we are going big!     It's party time   SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY 27TH AUGUST FROM 12PM LIVE MUSIC From 1pm all afternoon and evening featuring Headliner: 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐁𝐁𝐀 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐦 & 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐮𝐨 Ossett Cask SALT Keg Cocktails on Tap Fizz from Barrique Wines Gin, Cider & more Street Food from Kelle Welle & Cluck n Dough and best of all....it's FREE ENTRY   WHERE TO FIND US 📍 Ossett Brewery, Kings Yard, Low Mill Road, Ossett, WF5 8ND     Copyright © 2023 Ossett Brewery, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Ossett Brewery Kings Yard Ossett Ossett, England WF5 8ND United Kingdom

Based on the film starring Jack Black, with a brand new score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock is the musical that sticks it to the man!   Dewey Finn is every parent’s nightmare. A teacher who prefers to slack off than swot up. But when there’s a chance for his straight-A students to step into the limelight and win Battle of The Bands, he’s the only man for the job.   Brought to you by the same fantastic team behind West Side Story, Oklahoma!, Sister Act and Les Miserables – Don’t miss this rocking musical that is sure to bring the house down!   Based on the Paramount movie written by Mike White   Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Book by Julian Fellows Lyrics by Glenn Slater Wakefield Youth Music Theatre presents  School of Rock   Wednesday 23 August - Saturday 2 September 2023 7.30pm, Saturday matinees 2.30pm   Tickets From £15 Box Office 01924 211 311 Online theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk     We are looking forward to welcoming you to Theatre Royal Wakefield. Read more about how we are keeping you safe throughout your visit   We thank you for your continued support.     Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE   Please find a copy of our Privacy Policy here

Storytelling in style.       Literature and poetry at the Southbank Centre FIND OUT MORE   New reads to add to your list Whether you're into fiction, memoirs, comedy or thrillers, we've got you covered this autumn with books hot off the press, and authors eager to share and discuss their work with you.   Seeing double     Naomi Klein: Doppelganger SUN 24 SEP Naomi Klein woke up one morning to find she’d acquired a double – someone almost like her, and yet not at all. Find out what followed as she discusses her new book. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL) and Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).   book now →     LITERATURE & POETRY   Yanis Varoufakis: Technofeudalism THU 28 SEP The bestselling economist launches his new book, explaining how a technologically enhanced form of feudalism has usurped capitalism, in conversation with Grace Blakeley. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL) and Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).     LITERATURE & POETRY   Guy Gunaratne, Stephen Buoro & Daljit Nagra WED 20 SEP Hear novelists Guy Gunaratne and Stephen Buoro discussing their latest books, Mister, Mister and The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa, with Daljit Nagra.     LITERATURE & POETRY   Julian Barnes: A Life in Writing WED 20 SEP Reflect together with one of the UK and Europe’s finest, most beloved and admired writers, Julian Barnes, in conversation with Claire Armitstead. This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).   London Literature Festival     Thomas Heatherwick: Humanise THU 19 OCT The influential designer draws up a plan for bringing humanity back to our towns and buildings.     Douglas Adams: 42 SAT 21 OCT Celebrate the author’s wildly improbable ideas, and a new book of his personal artefacts.     Ed Gamble: Glutton THU 26 OCT Help yourself to a hilarious live event with the food-obsessed comedian to celebrate his new memoir.     Ian Rankin: The Rise FRI 27 OCT Discover the inspiration behind the master of crime fiction’s new standalone thriller.   book tickets →     SHOP   Books are a look Rummage through our collection of big titles and newly released books, or make your love for the written word visual with our Colour of Books print, a design displaying the spines of 300 books that mention a colour in their title.  PS Every penny you spend is a penny in support of the arts. Love our shops? Subscribe to our mailing list and get 10% off your first order   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Good Bad Books? SAT 19 – THU 28 SEP | BARBICAN Join science fiction author and screenwriter Temi Oh at the Barbican for a two-hour writing workshop inspired by world-building. Explore mystery with Lucy McKenzie, romance with K Patrick, and horror with Hardeep Pandhal and David Steans at subsequent workshops. Tickets are £10 only.   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Wimbledon BookFest 2023 THU 12 – SUN 22 OCT | CENTRAL WIMBLEDON Highlights from the packed programme include: Clive Myrie, David Baddiel, Natalie Haynes, Katherine Rundell, Henry Marsh, Annie Macmanus, Aasmah Mir, Paterson Joseph, Anna Murph, Ben Okri, Afua Hirsch, Wes Streeting, Emma Gannon, Mikaela Loach and many more.      WHAT'S ON      VISIT      MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT   Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.     Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

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SPA IS BETTER SHARED Group Bookings No matter what the occasion, a trip to Champneys is always a good idea. And to make it even better, we've designed the perfect package where you can bring your friends for free. Round up your pamper pals and get ready for good food, self-care goodies, heavenly treatments and pure spa bliss with our new group spa break offer. We promise you'll all leave feeling as good as new, with memories that will last a lifetime. FIND OUT MORE

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01. The Zen-Do If traditional hen parties aren't your thing, a zen-do could be the answer, as what better way to get ready for your big day than being rubbed, scrubbed and soothed back to your best at the spa with your girls?

02. The Reunion Been a while since you caught up with each other? Whether it's old school friends, colleagues or long-distance relatives, there really is no better place to catch up and relax than Champneys. 03. The Birthday Party Get your loved ones together for the ultimate birthday party and celebrate another year around the sun, Champneys style. After all, who wouldn't want to be perfectly pampered on their birthday?

04. The Family Get Together As we get older, cherished moments with our family become all that more special. Which is why a spa break at one of our beautiful resorts is perfect for your next family get together, as you unwind and bond over spa time. 05. The Organised Ones We all know how hectic making plans over the festive period can be, so why not get organised and schedule in a break before you all get booked up? Not only will you get to enjoy time with your favourite plus-ones, it's the perfect opportunity to get yourself ready for Christmas.

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Cricket legends, podcast royalty & the essentials of good writing Fresh off the pitch, join one of England’s greatest cricketers Stuart Broad as he divulges the highs and lows of his sensational career. In other cricketing news, we've added two extra shows with Jonathan 'Aggers' Agnew.  Described as a "cultural phenomenon" by The New York Times, experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with host Blindboy to mark the release of his new book. Live for 5 dates only this autumn! Grab a seat at the table and join our 'essentials of good writing' masterclass led by award-winning restaurant critic and broadcaster Jay Rayner.

 

Stuart Broad 5 - 8 Nov, 7:30pm | Live Fresh off the pitch after taking his final wicket, join one of England’s greatest cricketers as he divulges the highs and lows of a sensational 17-year long career, to celebrate the release of his new sporting memoir.	Blindboy 12 - 17 Nov | Live With over 60 million global listeners, experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with Blindboy himself as he reads from his new short story collection that unravels the knotted threads of humanity, nature and colonisation.
Jay Rayner Masterclass 14 Oct, 2:30pm | Live & Streaming During this 90-minute class, award-winning restaurant critic, writer and broadcaster Jay will explore one of the great unspoken complications of good writing: how to write repeatedly about the same subject and still keep your prose interesting for both your readers and yourself.	Poppy Cooks 31 Aug, 6:30pm | Streaming Join TikTok superstar and chef Poppy O’Toole to discuss The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook with TV presenter Melvin Odoom. Poppy will share favourite recipes from the book and reveal how her audience had a say in some of the recipes that simply had to be included.

 

Paying tribute to Sir Michael Parkinson All of us at Fane are deeply saddened by the news of Sir Michael Parkinson’s passing. ‘Parky’ was a tour de force, whose broadcasting legacy will never be forgotten. As one of our very first clients, it was a privilege to help share his remarkable story with delighted audiences at theatres across the UK.  To celebrate his life, we invite you to relive our past event with Michael and his son Mike, where they discusses his most personal book: Like Father, Like Son.

Afua Hirsch 16 - 17 Oct | Live How do we determine what is beautiful? Join Afua for powerful, intimate events at Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh and EartH in London to mark the release of her new book, Decolonising My Body. Afua will take us on a global exploration of ancestral beauty practices.

Jonathan Agnew 17 Mar - 3 May 2024 | Live  Australia may have retained the Ashes, but there’s plenty of cricket to discuss! Join Jonathan 'Aggers' Agnew as he recounts tales from a highly entertaining career on the field and in the commentary box. Due to popular demand more matinee shows have been added!

 

Sir Ranulph Fiennes 7 Sep - 17 Apr 2024 | Live  Spend an evening in the extraordinary company of ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’ as he goes beyond his record-breaking achievements. From being the first person to cross the Arctic and Antarctica on foot to being the oldest Briton to summit Everest.

Khashayar J. Khabushani & Caleb Azumah Nelson 25 Aug, 6:30pm | Streaming Khashayar's debut novel, I Will Greet The Sun Again, is an unforgettable portrait of a family being torn apart, and a boy emerging from the ashes. Join him in conversation with the award-winning author of Open Water and Small Worlds.

Kate Hardie in conversation with Maxine Peake 21 Aug, 6:30pm | Last chance to book stream  Join writer, actor and screenwriter Kate Hardie in conversation with the incredible Maxine Peake, to celebrate the publication of Kate’s debut novel This Is Where We Live. Kate and Maxine will dive into the human psyche as they dissect the complexities of love, parenting and gender. This is an unique opportunity to gain exclusive insight into Kate’s writing process.

 

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Rising Tide A new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland opens soon   A new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland will showcase artworks created in response to the climate crisis in Australia and the Pacific Islands. Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania (opens Sat 12 Aug) delves into the most important and pressing issue of our time – humanity’s damaging relationship with planet Earth. The exhibition hosts the latest version of artist George Nuku’s installation, Bottled Ocean 2123, which imagines the state of the oceans 100 years into the future in an immersive, undersea landscape crafted from single-use plastic bottles.    Read more   Morning Curator Tour: Rising Tide   Join curator Dr Ali Clarke for an exclusive morning tour of the exhibition, before the museum opens to the public. Book now for tours on Thu 17 & 24 Aug.     Book your ticket   Edinburgh Festival at the National Museum of Scotland      Event   National Museum of Scotland   Gilded Balloon    Wed 2–Sun 27 Aug    Book now   Event   National Museum of Scotland    Experts Radio Lab    Tue 8–Thu 24 Aug    Read more   Event    National Museum of Scotland    Museum Late: Fringe Fridays    Fri 11 & 18 Aug    Book now   Beyond the Little Black Dress    From design classics to cutting-edge catwalk creations, deconstruct this iconic garment and examine the radical power of the colour black in fashion.   Book your ticket     Event   National Museum of Scotland   BSL Access Evening: Beyond the Little Black Dress   Tue 15 Aug   Explore Beyond the Little Black Dress after hours with a Deaf-led tour of key objects in the exhibition.    Book now Event   National Museum of Scotland   Adult Workshop: Introduction to Fashion Illustration    Sat 9 Sep   Taking inspiration from Beyond the Little Black Dress, learn the fundamentals of fashion illustration in this drawing class.    Book now       What's on at the National Museum of Flight      Display   National Museum of Flight    Brick History    Sat 5 Aug–Sun 5 Nov   Book your visit    Event    National Museum of Flight    Big Build Weekend   Sat 26 & Sun 27 Aug    Book your visit    Coming soon to the National Museum of Rural Life      Event   National Museum of Rural Life    Tractor Tots    From Fri 22 Sep   Book now   Event    National Museum of Rural Life   MooFest   Sat 16 & Sun 17 Sep   Read more   Event    National Museum of Rural Life    Adult Craft Workshops    Sat 23 Sep & 28 Oct    Book now   Shop the exhibition    Feeling inspired by Beyond the Little Black Dress? Our shop has a range of stylish gifts to remember your visit.    Shop now Become a Member    Help protect remarkable objects and get unlimited free entry to our world class exhibitions. Join now to see Beyond the Little Black Dress.   Join today     From our friends    Discount offer    Tartan at V&A Dundee    Until Sun 14 Jan 2024   Experience the high fashion of Chanel, Dior and Westwood at Tartan. Get an exclusive 10% off with code BLBD10.   Book now   1 Willow artist Max Johnson. Image © Max Johnson. 2 Cheddar Gorgeous in a suit designed by Liquorice Black, 2017. © Cheddar Gorgeous   Connect with us     Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF   © National Museums Scotland. Scottish Charity SC011130

 

Aikenshill House, Foveran © NE250 / Damian Shields A world away from stress Take a break from the every day and do something just for you. Whether your favourite way to escape it all is to have a relaxing twilight stroll, immerse yourself in the wonders of nature, embark on a new adventure or simply do an activity you enjoy, slow travel in Scotland is the way to go. DISCOVER MORE Loch Morlich, Glenmore © VS / Airborne Lens WATER WELLNESS Unlock the power of water. The calming sound of waves breaking on a beach. The invigorating feeling after a swim in a loch. The relaxation after a visit to a luxurious spa. 8 IDEAS   Galloway Forest Park © VS / Paul Tomkins WOODLAND WONDERS Breathe in fresh pine-scented air, listen to wildlife, take a walk through stunning scenery or revel in the peace and quiet of sitting by a picturesque loch. EXPLORE Seafood platter © VS / Kenny Lam TASTE OUR BEST Excite your taste buds and make your mouth water. Enjoy scrumptious food and drink made from quality Scottish ingredients and fresh, seasonal produce. FIND OUT MORE Travel Accommodation Attractions VisitScotland, 94 Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JH VisitScotland Communications VAT No. 945 652106

Anstruther © VS / Grant Paterson Oh, TO BE BESIDE THE SEA Relax and listen to the waves crashing on the shore. Breathe in the fresh sea air. Admire a quaint harbour town before enjoying some local seafood. Feel the sand beneath your feet or take a trip out on a boat. This is the best of coastal Scotland. 18 Harbours and Seaside Towns East Beach, Lossiemouth © VS / Kenny Lam Scotland's Best Beaches Explore the golden sands of Aberdeen beach or the white sands of St Ninian's Isle. Hit the surf at Coldingham Bay or paddleboard at Nairn Beach. Discover some of the best and most beautiful beaches. See Top 11 MacGregor's Bar, Inverness © VS / Luigi Di Pasquale FOOD AND DRINK AWARD-WINNERS Scotland boasts an array of places for a mouth-watering gastronomical experience. Tantalize your taste buds and browse our award-winning restaurants, bars and distilleries. 10 OF THE BEST   Elie © VS / Stuart Brunton DISCOVER EAST SCOTLAND Culture, history, heritage, dramatic countryside and iconic cities. We've created a 7-day sightseeing itinerary to help you explore the delights of the east coast of Scotland. Reveal Itinerary Travel Accommodation Attractions VisitScotland, 94 Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JH VisitScotland Communications VAT No. 945 652106

 

What’s happening in Edinburgh in August 2023             August – a time for school holidays, family day trips and, of course, Edinburgh’s legendary Festivals, is here! Whether you’re visiting Scotland’s capital city for the first time, are a seasoned visitor, or a resident of this beautiful city, take your pick from exciting festivals, must-see events and family trails all taking place this month.                 What's On: Edinburgh Events in August 2023     Image credit: Doug Coulthard   Dovecot Studios’ major summer exhibition, Scottish Women Artists: 250 Years of Challenging Perception encompasses painting, photography and textile art from leading Scottish female artists. While if you’re looking to refresh your home with some decorative art, both the West End Fair and Coburg House’s Summer Open Studios are bursting with an array of choice from talented artists, designers and makers.   Less from 40 minutes train journey from Edinburgh, Fringe by the Sea returns to North Berwick with a packed family-friendly programme, including comedy, music, talks and workshops. While in the middle of the month it’s pipes bands, heavy events and Highland dancing that take centre stage with the North Berwick International Highland Games.   If you love the idea of sipping and nibbling your way through a range of delicious food and drink, all while being entertained by a variety of live music, don’t miss Edinburgh Foodies Festival at Inverleith Park. Or explore Edinburgh’s edible landscape with Napiers Festival Foraging Tour.     Book now 🍴               Edinburgh’s summer festivals     From art to literature, comedy to dance, film to performance, however you like your culture, if you’re looking for entertainment, Edinburgh in August is the place to be as the city hosts a myriad of glorious festivals.    Find your favourite festival 💃               Bakeries and delicatessens in Edinburgh     You’re enjoying all the fun of the festivals and hunger strikes! Fear not – across the city you’ll find a wealth of bakeries and delicatessens offering delicious sweet and savoury treats that’ll more than satisfy your tastebuds!   Take a bite 🥐               The ultimate Harry Potter guide to Edinburgh     Love all things magical? From wizard-inspired shops to walking tours taking-in notable magical sights, a trip to Edinburgh should be on the wish-list of all Harry Potter fans.   Discover magical Edinburgh 🧙‍♂️

 

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Ready for an adventure?     Ready for an adventure? Then Wicklow is the place. From 6th century monastic settlements and tumbling waterfalls, to the wild bogs of the National Park. When you visit County Wicklow, it may be difficult to leave…     Majestic Malin Head Walk in the footsteps of Jedi Masters, explore remote coastal headlands and uncover a land of myth and legends – this is Malin Head.   On the edge at the Cliffs of Moher There's a reason these towering sea cliffs are one of Ireland's most popular attractions – the views will take your breath away.     Pisa has its leaning tower, we have our leaning pub in Kildare! Built in the 1800s, Roches Pub in Donadea is slowly sinking into the bog on which it was built.   Join our Community Your opportunity to ask questions and share trip experiences. Let's be Social Follow us on Instagram for daily trip inspiration   Get social. Follow us. Explore Ireland> Trip Ideas> Things to do> Accommodation>

View this email in your web browser     Small Group Trips Private Tours Luxury Travel Blog       What to Wear Biking – Women’s Cycling Kit         Hi,       Discover women’s cycling kit. Learn the difference from men’s gear and what to consider ranging from bikes, clothes, saddles and helmets.       Read more         Ireland’s Best Beaches             Join us as we embark on a journey to discover Ireland’s best beaches. Visit the most captivating coastal destinations Ireland has to offer.       Read more         We're friendly and here to help   We offer a wide range of adventure holidays in Ireland, England and Scotland. Why not explore our  website or check out the tours on offer from our  Wilderness Scotland and Wilderness England teams?  As always, you can give us a call at +353 (0)91 457 898 or North America toll-free at 1-844-235-6240 because we’re committed to helping you find the right adventure. Warm regards from Ireland and happy adventuring.           Get in Touch     EU: +353 (0)91 457 898 North America: 1-844-235-6240 email: info@wildernessireland.com Book with Confidence         Copyright © 2019 Wilderness Ireland, All rights reserved. Wilderness Ireland, Unit 8A 1/2, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo, Ireland

[ ] Small Group Trips Private Tours Luxury Travel Blog       Time For An Irish Adventure         Hi,       Embark on a last-minute holiday to Ireland this Autumn. From August to October, numerous exciting trips from the Kerry mountains to the wild Irish islands are confirmed, but only a handful of places are left – so what are you waiting for? Explore Ireland's majestic mountains, see the iconic sights in Connemara or island-hop on the west coast to properly immerse yourself in the Irish culture and heritage. Check out our last-minute trips below for an unforgettable spur-of-the-moment getaway to the Emerald Isle.       Learn More About Autumn in Ireland         Find Your Next Adventure             Deluxe Hiking - The Kerry Mountains           Kerry’s incredible scenery, soaring mountains and snug villages form a perfect backdrop to this Ring of Kerry hiking tour in southwest Ireland.  Departs: 2nd & 30th Sept         View Trip             Hiking - The Mountains of Connemara and Mayo           Explore some of the best hiking in Connemara – and Ireland! – while immersing yourself in Ireland’s archaeology, geology and natural history. Departs: 26th Aug & 23rd Sept       View Trip             Hiking & Island Hopping - Ireland’s West Coast           From coast to island, on foot and by boat, explore this ever-popular region of the Wild Atlantic Way on a unique hiking adventure.  Departs: 7th Oct         View Trip         Our holidays reviewed in your words…     Wilderness Ireland provided the trip of a lifetime for our family.     Linda McSherry 24/07/2023 Hiking - Kerry & Clare     Read More Reviews         EU: +353 (0)91 457 898 | North America: 1-844-235-6240 | email: info@wildernessireland.com         Copyright © 2019 Wilderness Ireland, All rights reserved. Wilderness Ireland, Unit 8A 1/2, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo, Ireland

What's on in August Here's our latest updates and a glimpse of what's happening in the Kent Downs AONB over the next month. This month, we're celebrating 55 years of the Kent Downs AONB and Cross-Channel Geopark, the return of red-billed choughs to the Kent countryside, and an award-winning event in our landscape. Plus, the arrival of summer means it's festival season! Read on to discover new experiences, events and places to visit as you head #UpTheKentDowns!       55 Years of the Kent Downs AONB Happy Birthday to us! The Kent Downs AONB has been captivating visitors and locals alike with its unparalleled beauty and abundant heritage since its establishment on 23rd July, 1968. To celebrate the 55th anniversary of the designation of the AONB, we’ve curated a collection of our favourite 55 places to visit, our Top Downs! The list showcases the very best the region has to offer. From charming villages steeped in history to panoramic viewpoints that will leave you in awe, we think there is something here for everyone to enjoy! So, grab your walking boots, pack your camera, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure #UpTheKentDowns.   Discover our Top Downs     Wild choughs return to Kent   After a 200-year absence, red-billed choughs have been reintroduced in Kent, as part of a ground-breaking conservation project. This week, the Kent Wildlife Trust and Wildwood Trust released 10 captive-bred choughs in to the wild at a secret location in the Kent Downs AONB near Dover. These iconic birds were driven to extinction in Kent through historical persecution and land-use change resulting in habitat loss. The release has been made possible by years of work restoring the chalk grassland habitats where they feed.   Find out more   The Reintroducing choughs to Kent project is supported by the Kent Downs AONB through the DEFRA-funded Farming in Protected Landscapes programme, which helps fund projects in the farmed landscape under the themes of climate, nature, people and place.      Events in the Kent Downs There's lots going on in the Downs during August, here's a selection of upcoming events we think you'll love.    Geo-adventures (for all ages!) Folkestone/Lyminge with Kent Libraries and WCCP 9th, 16th & 24th August River Dour Festival  Dover with WCCP 14th-20th August   Devil's Kneading Trough Walk Wye with Boots on Adventures Sun 13th August, 9:30am Butterfly Survey Walk Trosley Country Park Ages 16+ Tues 15th August, 11am-2pm   See more upcoming events     Head #UpTheKentDowns for new experiences Discover unique experiences with local experts, offering an authentic and immersive insight into the nature and heritage of the Kent Downs.   Creative Pilgrims Stowting & St Margaret's Bay Grab a sketchbook and explore an ancient church, take in spectacular views and capture memories - by drawing them! On this experience, you'll learn to find creative inspiration in nature, improve your art skills and rest and reset, the Creative Pilgrim way.   Find out more     Places to visit in the Kent Downs Looking for inspiration for your next adventure in the Downs? Look no further! Here's our top spot to visit this August...   St Margaret's Bay St Margaret's Bay is a picturesque coastal village in the south east of the Kent Downs AONB, known for its stunning natural beauty and rich historical significance. Situated between the iconic white cliffs and the bustling port town of Dover, this charming bay boasts incredible views across the English Channel, making it a popular spot for scenic walks and relaxation. One of its notable landmarks is the South Foreland Lighthouse, a historical beacon that has guided ships for over a century.  The bay offers various outdoor activities like hiking, birdwatching, and water sports, providing an excellent opportunity to connect with nature. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, friendly locals, and quaint cafes and shops, St. Margaret's Bay offers a delightful experience for those seeking a blend of history and natural beauty along Kent's heritage coastline. Don't miss the whitewashed house at the end of the beach where Ian Fleming, writer of the James Bond novels, once lived and is said to have written ‘Moonraker’.  You’ll also find the Coastguard pub here, it is claimed to be the nearest pub to France!   Find out more     Bees and Refugees     Saturday 12 August, from 12 noon to 6pm   Otford, TN14 5JS   Tickets are free but limited (it's a small farm)   You're invited to the launch of Bees and Refugees' new community farm in Otford. It's a unique initiative that celebrates sustainability, community, and the power of bees! So, get ready for a day filled with beekeeping workshops, candle making, seedling planting, farm decorating and face painting. Plus, there'll be music, and light food and drink!   This project is funded through DEFRA's Farming in Protected Landscapes programme (FiPL) and managed by the Kent Downs AONB. The fund helps farmers, land managers and others to deliver projects in the farmed landscape under the themes of climate, nature, people and place.   Get tickets     SALT + EARTH Festival returns   From Friday 8 to Sunday 10 September we'll be celebrating the seascape, landscape and geology of the Kent Downs and Cross-Channel Geopark.  Join artists, creatives, and scientists exploring everything from geography to geology, sounds to sculptures, food to Deep Time. There will be walks, talks, feasts, exhibitions, installations with something for everyone to enjoy.     Find out more     'You can reach the World from Dover' Festival     We're proud to be supporting this brand new arts festival celebrating Dover’s contemporary life and rich history. Curated by Dover Arts Development (DAD), the festival includes new artworks by internationally regarded, Dover-based artists together with a programme of exhibitions, workshops, talks, walks, performances and screenings all drawing on the vibrant artistic and creative activity of the town. The events will take place across the town including the harbour, Dover Museum, the Market Square, the Citadel and Fort Burgoyne historic forts, the River Dour and the North Downs Way National Trail as well as parks, green spaces and wild places. 'You can reach the World from Dover' is funded by Arts Council England, Kent Downs AONB and the North Downs Way National Trail and is supported by Kent County Council, Dover District Council, Port of Dover and the Land Trust.   Find out more     Award-winning Kent Downs   We're incredibly proud to have won the first ever Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Campaign award at the Travel Marketing Awards 2023 for our work with the Active Inclusion Network and our dedicated Muslim Hikers walk.   This prestigious travel industry award run by the CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing recognises the steps travel companies and organisations have taken to put diverse values at the heart of their campaigns to attract wider audiences. Held in February 2023, the walk saw 150 Muslim hikers visit the Kent Downs AONB for their first ever coastal walk. The event was recognised at the prestigious award ceremony earlier this month for promoting inclusivity in the great outdoors.   Find out more     Share Tweet Forward

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From Friday 8 to Sunday 10 September we will be celebrating the seascape, landscape and geology of the Kent Downs and Cross-Channel Geopark.  SALT + EARTH Festival invites you to join artists, creatives, and scientists exploring everything from geography to geology, sounds to sculptures, food to Deep Time.  For a weekend of more than 20 events and activities, from walks, talks and exhibitions, to performances, workshops and sea swims, there will be something for everyone to enjoy! SALT + EARTH is co-produced by Folkestone Fringe, Creative Folkestone, and Kent Downs AONB, in support of the Cross-Channel Geopark. SALT + EARTH explores the way the natural environments around us shape who we are, and asks what the future might hold for those living on the edge.   Check out the full festival programme!     The majority of events are free and but you'll need to book Festival artists, scientists and geologists include Alison Neighbour, Francine Hajilou, Josie and Ray Felix Carter, Marcelo Mascheta, Mel Wrigley, Nicholas Crane, Rosie Plunkett, Rubiane Maia, Sara Trillo, and the White Cliffs Countryside Partnership.   An Audience with Nicholas Crane 8th Sept, 8pm Free, booking required "To care about a place, you must know its story". Join, geographer, explorer, journalist, broadcaster and writer Nicholas Crane, for an evening in Folkestone, to celebrate the internationally significant geology of the Kent Downs and Cross-Channel Geopark. The Milky Way Project 8th to 10th Sept  Free  Having completed a week’s circular walk crossing the Kent Downs AONB, artist Marcelo Moscheta brings us a remarkable presence of a sculpture in chalk along the grasslands and cliffs of the proposed Geopark (exact location to be announced as the festival begins!).   Going Underground 8th to 10th Sept, 10am to 5pm Free exhibition See sculpted work from clay, textiles and rope by local artist, Sara Trillo, who researched dene holes and ancient chalk mines of uncertain age and purpose in the Kent Downs. Chalk Coracle II 8th to 10th Sep, 11am to 5pm Free, booking required Walk through the chalk cliffs and down through time on this audio walk by artist, Alison Neighbour. Guided, and gain a new perspective on this space where land and sea are one and the same.    Fantastic Fossil Foray 9th Sept, 1pm to 3pm Free, booking required Join White Cliffs Countryside Partnership on a walk down onto Folkestone Warren beach to search for fossil ammonites, belemnites, bivalves, and an occasional crab or tooth! Hear about the rocks, minerals and fossils and geology processes and how the Dover Straits were formed. Making Paints from Earth 10th Sept, 1pm to 4pm Free, booking required Coloured minerals and rocks have been used throughout human history to create paints. This workshop will introduce ochres, chalks and green earths and other minerals and demonstrate how these materials can be processed, prepared and transformed into paints.      Full Festival Programme     Did you know the Kent and French coasts are actually still connected by the layer of chalk which runs below the Channel? Hundreds of thousands of years ago a catastrophic flood swept away the chalk ridge that connected Dover and Calais, carving out the white cliffs of Dover and starting Britain’s history as an island. In celebration of the chalk and the channel, we are working to secure Cross-Channel UNESCO Global Geopark status for the Kent Downs AONB together with our neighbouring protected landscape in France; the Parc Naturel Regional des Caps et Marais d’Opale.   Find out more     Keep in touch with the Kent Downs For even more news from the Kent Downs AONB, you can find us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.           Copyright © 2022 Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Penstock Barn West Canterbury Road, East Brabourne Ashford, Kent TN25 5LL United Kingdom

News What's On Creative Directory Opportunities   Creative Kirklees Topic Update   Monday, August 14th • Monday, August 21st Here's your weekly update based on your interests and topic choices. Thank you for subscribing.    Art & Exhibitions Visual Arts Online Sessions for Wellbeing, hoot from home  Wed, 16.8.2023 12:45 - 13:45  Access the hoot from home website 24/7 and join a regular live chat  Read more Life Drawing Huddersfield  Wed, 16.8.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Time to be creative and experience the joy of exploring your artistic side. Get back some of the creative confidence you may have lost growing up.  Read more Explore song lyrics – Adana Letterpress Printing Kids Summer Workshop 11am-1pm Thursday 27th July  Thu, 17.8.2023 11:00 - 13:00  Calling all music fanatics, get ready to print out your absolute favourite song lyrics with the help of the Adana letter press.  Read more SCRAPtastic Fridays at Holmfirth Tech  Fri, 18.8.2023 10:00 - 12:00  Crafty recycling workshops at Holmfirth Tech  Read more A Stitch In Time  Sat, 19.8.2023 12:00 - Sun, 20.8.2023 16:00  An exhibitioion by the Knitting & Crochet Guild at the Colne Valley Museum  Read more Greasepaint and Limelight Guided Walk  Sun, 20.8.2023 14:30 - 16:30  Join Ian Stevenson on this walk through the centre of Huddersfield to discover the locations and history of the Theatres.  Read more View more by clicking  here  Art Markets & Craft Fairs Waves Summer Fayre  Sat, 19.8.2023 10:00 - 15:00  Come and enjoy, live music, food, stalls, face painting and ice cream.  Read more    Books & Literature Courtyard Stories - August 2023  Mon, 21.8.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Attic Stories moves into our Courtyard for a night of spoken word and poetry.  Read more Sangam Festival  Tue, 18.7.2023 00:00 - Thu, 17.8.2023 00:00  A celebration of South Asian Heritage in Kirklees  Read more Marsden Community Poetry Monthly Open Mic  Wed, 16.8.2023 19:30 - 21:30  The meetings will be held every second Wednesday of each month at Marsden Library, inside Mechanics Hall, Peel St, Marsden, Huddersfield HD7 6BW.  Read more Community Playreading Group  Tue, 15.8.2023 11:00 - 13:00  Round table reading of new and old plays  Read more    Comedy The Importance of Being Earnest  Fri, 18.8.2023 19:00 - 21:30  Chapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to present Oscar Wilde’s finest and most eccentric romantic comedy.  Read more    Music Ugly Kid Joe  Mon, 14.8.2023 01:00 - 03:00  Double platinum selling rock legends hit Parïsh for an exclusive date  Read more Ukulele Class at Cleckheaton Library  Mon, 14.8.2023 10:30 - 11:30  A one hour free Ukulele Class at Cleckheaton Library  Read more Music of Tomorrow: Get Your Music Heard - FREE 4 day music production workshops  Tue, 15.8.2023 10:00 - Fri, 18.8.2023 16:00  Join us for an intensive 4 day course led by music industry professionals from Kirklees to help you create and produce your own music!  Read more School's Out! How to make a podcast  Tue, 15.8.2023 11:00 - 15:00 | +1   Working with a professional BBC Radio producer over two days, you will learn how to design and build a podcast, picking up skills in scriptwriting, ho ...  Read more 3-2-1 Wednesday feat Alfie & The Avalon  Wed, 16.8.2023 01:00 - 03:00  What a belter of a line up for 3-2-1 Wednesdays, our new weekly night featuring Band + DJ's until the early hours. Free / Donation Entry and the cheap ...  Read more Progress Music for wellbeing workshops, Huddersfield  Wed, 16.8.2023 14:30 - 16:30  Free group music-making workshop for adults  Read more View more by clicking  here    Workshops & Courses Gomersal Art Club - Summer Sessions  Tue, 15.8.2023 10:00 - 15:00 | +1   Art club sessions for children 5 to 14 years.  Read more SUMMER Cyanotypes at Zapato  Tue, 15.8.2023 12:00 - 13:30  A fun activity for families at Zapato Brewery!  Read more Portrait drawing for beginners  Tue, 15.8.2023 13:00 - 14:30  Principles of portrait drawing.  Read more Creative Writing for wellbeing, Huddersfield  Tue, 15.8.2023 14:00 - 16:00  Writing is a great way for us to express our thoughts and feelings, and relieve tension or stress. No writing experience is needed to join this free w  Read more Art Space/Pen & Ink  Tue, 15.8.2023 18:30 - 20:00  Pen & ink art or bring your own projects to work on.  Read more Watercolour Wednesday  Wed, 16.8.2023 13:00 - 14:30  Beginners watercolour  Read more View more by clicking  here    Theatre Peter Pan  Sun, 20.8.2023 15:00 - 16:45 | +1   This summer join Slapstick Picnic for a theatrical treat like no other as they whip up a three hander version of JM Barrie’s classic play Peter Pan.  Read more Courtyard Stories  Mon, 21.8.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Attic Stories moves into our Courtyard for a night of spoken word and poetry.  Read more   Creative Kirklees © 2023 All Rights Reserved Creative Development Team PO Box 1720 HUDDERSFIELD HD1 9EL arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk

 

Julia And Axel: Thirty Years Of Favourite Stories    Open until Mon 1 Jan 2024, Tue-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm (Closed Mon, except bank holidays)   Our new exhibition celebrating the acclaimed partnership between Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler – creators of some of the world’s best-loved children’s books (The Gruffalo, Zog, Room on the Broom) – is now open!   This free family-friendly exhibition features several of Julia Donaldson’s personal writing notebooks, alongside Axel Scheffler’s artwork, showing the process of his illustrations from sketches to full page final illustrations.   In collaboration with Macmillan Children’s Books and Scholastic   Important Information: Following the record-breaking launch of the exhibition, and to ensure visitors enjoy the best possible experience at The Lowry Gallery, timed entry slots are being introduced from Wednesday 16th August.   This will apply to both Julia and Axel, and our permanent LS Lowry collection.   Timeslots can be booked in advance on our website. They may also be available on arrival at The Lowry – however these will be subject to demand on the day and availability may vary so booking in advance is recommended.   At busy times a queueing system may be in place and last entry is 30 minutes before the galleries close.   Due to capacity, only *essential buggies and prams will be allowed into the exhibition.   (*essential being for children with disabilities and babies who are unable to walk)     Building Takeover   Explore our exciting range of areas, such as The Highway Rat Storytelling Camp, The Gruffalo Kitchen, Zog Academy and Charlie Cook’s Reading Nook.     Audience Reactions   Hear what some of our first visitors have made of the exhibition.     You May Also Like   LS Lowry Exhibition   This summer, visitors have a feast of new works to enjoy, with several major loans going on display - such as Beach at Penarth (1960), Bourton-on-the-Water (1957), and Punch and Judy (1943) - alongside old favourites from The Lowry Collection.         DEDICATED ACCESS LINE: 0161 876 2183 BOX OFFICE: 0161 876 2000   Calls are at your standard network operator's charge.   The Lowry Centre Trust is a registered charity (no. 1053962). Your support goes towards our world-class Theatre and Galleries programme, the care and display of the LS Lowry Collection and our life changing Learning & Engagement programme.   THE LOWRY  |  PIER 8  |  SALFORD QUAYS  | M50 3AZ (Company reg no. 3255905) Copyright © 2023 The Lowry, All rights reserved. All information correct at time of sending.

Late summer family breaks are go - with 15% off* and free breakfast There's still time to bag a family escape with De Vere this summer. De Vere mansion house hotels have compelling tales to tell and are a pleasure to explore and discover. Mercifully, they're easily reached from major roads, so before the first 'are we there yet', you'll find yourself in the hotel garden, drink in hand. Book to stay before 31st August and we'd be delighted to offer you 15% off* with a complimentary breakfast. Or, see our ever-popular 'Time Well Spent' offer to add a dining package to the experience. De Vere. This is the life. Book now                       Windsor De Vere Beaumont Estate Just the place to discover the sights of Windsor and beyond, with Legoland only 13 minutes' drive away. Return to the hotel for family-friendly dining. See the hotel for yourself here. Book now   South Cotswolds De Vere Tortworth Court Investigate the beautiful gardens, pausing for a spot of lunch on the elegant terrace. In the local area, you'll find a host of family-friendly destinations. Feel free to explore the hotel before you book. Book now         The Cotswolds De Vere Cotswold Water Park This dramatic lakeside hotel offers al fresco dining with views like no other. Close by are some epic family days out, like Cotswold Wildlife Park, just 30 minutes’ drive away. Book now     When in Berkshire... If a family getaway is in order, consider an escape to De Vere Wokefield Estate in beautiful Berkshire. Family rooms are available in the contemporary Wokefield Place or the elegant mansion house, while family-friendly dining is available at the View Restaurant or the serene 1560 Restaurant and Bar. Feel free to Take a look around before you book. If you fancy a round of golf during your stay, bring your clubs and have a crack at De Vere Wokefield Estate Golf Club: our PGA-standard Championship Course that's celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023. Book now       Surrey De Vere Horsley Estate Once the home to computer pioneer Ada Lovelace, this 75-acre estate boasts a turreted, gothic mansion house and the modern Horsley Place. Take a virtual tour here. Book now   Buckinghamshire De Vere Latimer Estate A graceful mansion house overlooking the Chiltern Hills. Inside you'll find the beautiful 1838 Restaurant, Library Bar and peaceful courtyard for al fresco dining. Have a look before you book. Book now         My account Follow us Contact us   De Vere, The Inspire, Hornbeam Park, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 8PA. Registered in England & Wales No: 6137931   *Offers are subject to promotional room and rate availability. Date restrictions will apply. All rates quoted are from rates and will vary. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, group, loyalty or negotiated rates. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking. Cheapest rates quoted are per room per night. General terms & conditions apply. Please visit our website for further details.

From Shiso Martinis to Tiramisu Manhattans, we can't wait for you to try the new line-up of cocktails created exclusively for our delectable festival of drinks this weekend. Let London's finest bartenders be your tour guides as you take a flavoursome journey around the world. Don't forget to vote for your favourite cocktail, best bar team and most enjoyable experience.  Many of July's winners are returning in August, which bar will get your vote?  Tickets are £22 including your first cocktail, live music, silent disco, and tasting presentations.     * BUY TICKETS NOW *   COCKTAILS TO ENJOY THIS WEEKEND ONLY AT CitC   ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK Created by Baccarat Bar, winners of Best Cocktail in September 2022,  they are returning with their signature Baccarat crystal glassware and delicious drinks for a decadent afternoon in Bedford Square Garden. Casamigos Blanco saturated with Mango and liquorice, bergamot puree, penja pepper extract, balsamic glaze, and blackened mango crusta.    A tropical fruit-bomb margarita.     SHISO MARTINI Created by 8 at The Londoner, a luxury Japanese rooftop bar in the heart of London’s West End. Tito’s Vodka, clarified grape juice, Midori, lime, Wakamurasaki Shiso shōchū, shiso bitter.  The flavours of the Orient combine with America's most popular craft vodka. Served over ice, featuring herbal notes, citrusy tartness and the subtle sweetness of melon.     TIRAMISU MANHATTAN Created by Laki Kane, a tropical tiki bar in Angel and frequent winner of best-in-show experience at CitC.  Tia Maria Coffee, Tia Maria Matcha, Martini Rosso , Re’al Coconut, Marscapone Cheese, vanilla, cacao and overproof rum. A bold cocktail lovers' favourite, reimagined. Inspired by the classic Italian Dessert this is an unforgettable twist on a classic.     * BUY TICKETS NOW *   5 THINGS TO ENJOY THIS WEEKEND                       * BUY TICKETS NOW *     Forward to fellow cocktail lovers   Copyright © 2023, Cocktails in the City London Ltd, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Cocktails in the City London Ltd 42 Northampton Road London EC1R 0HU United Kingdom

Creative Kirklees Latest Events, News and Opportunities   Wednesday, August 16th

Are we really over half way through the school summer holidays? Time is running away and there’s still so much to see and do! Check out the summer activities section on our website where you'll still find plenty of ideas to keep you busy for the rest of the summer - we've included some here in our newsletter but, as always, we only have room to include a small amount of what is on offer. We're absolutely certain you will find something to tempt you! Summer will be turning into Autumn all too soon, but the good side of this is that the new Kirklees Concert Season is just around the corner! Starting in September, the Kirklees Concert Season is a key part of the Kirklees Year of Music 2023. With sumptuous orchestral concerts, uplifting lunchtime chamber concerts, together with a series of relaxed and friendly lunchtime organ concerts, we encourage you to go along and enjoy some world-class music here on our doorstep in Huddersfield and Dewsbury Town Halls. We list in the Kirkees Concert Season section below the concerts coming up in September and October and you can see the full list of concerts here. With subscription packages still available now is the time to book! Organ Stops: Saving the King of Instruments is a Documentary Film and Talk coming up at Huddersfield Town Hall on Tuesday 19 September about the crisis facing Britain’s pipe organs. You might want to share details of this event with anyone you know who has an interest in organs and organ music.

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News What's On Creative Directory Opportunities   Creative Kirklees Latest Events, News and Opportunities   Wednesday, August 16th Are we really over half way through the school summer holidays? Time is running away and there’s still so much to see and do! Check out the summer activities section on our website where you'll still find plenty of ideas to keep you busy for the rest of the summer - we've included some here in our newsletter but, as always, we only have room to include a small amount of what is on offer. We're absolutely certain you will find something to tempt you! Summer will be turning into Autumn all too soon, but the good side of this is that the new Kirklees Concert Season is just around the corner! Starting in September, the Kirklees Concert Season is a key part of the Kirklees Year of Music 2023. With sumptuous orchestral concerts, uplifting lunchtime chamber concerts, together with a series of relaxed and friendly lunchtime organ concerts, we encourage you to go along and enjoy some world-class music here on our doorstep in Huddersfield and Dewsbury Town Halls. We list in the Kirkees Concert Season section below the concerts coming up in September and October and you can see the full list of concerts here. With subscription packages still available now is the time to book! Organ Stops: Saving the King of Instruments is a Documentary Film and Talk coming up at Huddersfield Town Hall on Tuesday 19 September about the crisis facing Britain’s pipe organs. You might want to share details of this event with anyone you know who has an interest in organs and organ music.    Featured events Sangam Festival Presents Shujat Ali Khan  Wed, 16.8.2023 19:30 - 22:30  Shujat Ali Khan is from a Classical Music Family Sham Chaurasi Gharana. He's the grandson of Ustad Salamat Ali Khan & son of Ustad Sharafat Ali Khan.  Read more Heckmondwike Music Festival  Sat, 19.8.2023 13:35 - 13:55  BIG D and Lil d live in Heckmondwike  Read more Greasepaint and Limelight Guided Walk  Sun, 20.8.2023 14:30 - 16:30  Join Ian Stevenson on this walk through the centre of Huddersfield to discover the locations and history of the Theatres.  Read more Comedy in the Courtyard - August 2023  Thu, 24.8.2023 20:00 - 22:40  Our monthly Comedy Cellar moves outside into our beautiful Courtyard for a special August summer edition. Intimate, relaxed and full of laughs, experi ...  Read more Sound Circles - Summer Sound Spa  Sat, 26.8.2023 10:00 - 16:00  Sound exploration and improvisation workshops for any ability level, improving well-being for mind and body through music making.  Read more Summer Exhibition 2023  Sat, 26.8.2023 11:00 - 16:00  This year at Globe Arts Studio, we are paying homage to artist Niki De Saint Phalle in our 2023 Summer Exhibition!  Read more The Kirkwood Festival  Sat, 26.8.2023 12:00 - 21:00  Bringing together the very best in live entertainment that Huddersfield has to offer, along with local independent stalls all under one roof.  Read more Bands in the Park: National Universities Brass Band  Sat, 26.8.2023 13:00 - 15:00  Bands in the Park is back for 2023! A fantastic concert by the National Universities Brass Band, FREE in Dewsbury Town Centre at Long Causeway Memor ...  Read more Bands in the Park: Higher Ground  Sun, 27.8.2023 14:00 - 16:00  As part of Kirklees Year of Music, Bands in the Park is back for 2023! FREE and open to all, weekend concerts will take place in a variety of locat ...  Read more Clara Sola  Sun, 27.8.2023 19:00 - 21:30  Terrific Oscar entry; powerful and poetic  Read more Tunnel End Festival 2023  Mon, 28.8.2023 11:30 - 20:30  The Canal & River Trust are putting on Tunnel End Festival for the 2nd year. A family oriented day of music and fun in the grounds of the historic tra ...  Read more Free to Improvise: The Derek Bailey Story  Mon, 14.8.2023 08:00 - Sat, 30.9.2023 17:00  This free exhibition explores the life and work of legendary free improvisor, Derek Bailey.  Read more Children's Crafts  Wed, 16.8.2023 11:00 - 16:30 | +4   Join us every week through the summer for a new fun, themed craft activity!  Read more Organ stops: Saving the King of Instruments  Tue, 19.9.2023 19:30 - 21:00  A feature-film about the crisis facing Britain’s pipe organs, plus a talk with various people involved in organ building and restoration, followed by ...  Read more    Kirklees Concert Season Lunchtime Organ Concert: David Pipe (Kirklees Organ Curator)  Mon, 11.9.2023 13:00 - 14:00  Kirklees Organ Curator, David Pipe opens the 2023-24 Organ Concert Season.  Read more Lunchtime Chamber Concert: Opera North Flute and Harp  Wed, 13.9.2023 12:30 - 13:30  Two instruments strongly associated with gods and myths provide a divine opening for the chamber season as the Orchestra of Opera North’s Principal Fl ...  Read more The Orchestra of Opera North: The New World  Thu, 21.9.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Opera North Music Director Garry Walker kicks off the season with a colourful programme including the sparkling Overture from Gershwin’s 1930 musical ...  Read more Lunchtime Organ Concert: Jonathan Scott (Bridgewater Hall, Manchester)  Mon, 25.9.2023 13:00 - 14:00  Jonathan Scott demonstrates the full capabilities of Huddersfield Town Hall’s magnificent organ in an unmissable programme at this week's concert.  Read more The Orchestra of Opera North: Beethoven's Seventh Symphony  Thu, 12.10.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Acclaimed Portuguese conductor Joana Carneiro makes her Kirklees Concert Season debut, opening the concert with Beethoven’s Coriolanus Overture.  Read more Lunchtime Organ Concert: Alexander Woodrow (Leeds Minster)  Mon, 16.10.2023 13:00 - 14:00  Director of Music at Leeds Minster, Alexander Woodrow puts the organ through its paces at today's concert.  Read more Lunchtime Chamber Concert: We'll Gather Lilacs  Wed, 18.10.2023 12:30 - 13:30  Former Opera North Associate Artist and mainstage favourite Ellie Laugharne (Hansel and Gretel, The Magic Flute, Requiem) is joined by the company’s H ...  Read more Lunchtime Organ Concert: Alessandro Bianchi (Cantu, Italy)  Mon, 30.10.2023 13:00 - 14:00  Alessandro Bianchi visits from Cantù in Italy. A prolific recitalist, he has performed at venues around the world, and acted as a juror for organ comp ...  Read more    Workshops and Courses Pop up djembe drum workshops  Thu, 17.8.2023 11:00 - 15:00 | +1   Drop in djembe drum workshops popping up across Kirklees for children and families as part of Kirklees Year of Music 2023.  Read more Punchcards for knitting machines: Class  Sat, 19.8.2023 10:00 - 12:00  Learn how to create and use a punchcard with your domestic knitting machine  Read more SUMMER Shadow Drawing in Zapato Garden  Mon, 21.8.2023 12:00 - 13:30  Have some creative fun in the sun with Shadow Drawing!  Read more Perspective Drawing  Tue, 22.8.2023 13:00 - 14:30  One & two point  Read more SUMMER Slawit Sketchbook with Jo Blaker  Wed, 23.8.2023 09:30 - 12:30  Join Jo Blaker for a walk around Slaithwaite to do some sketchbooking!  Read more SCRAPtastic workshops at Bagshaw Museum  Wed, 23.8.2023 11:00 - 13:00  Crafty recycling workshops at Bagshaw Museum for families  Read more Teddy bear cardigan: Creating your own knitting pattern  Sat, 26.8.2023 10:00 - 12:00  This session will focus on creating a small cardigan for a teddy bear. The skills you learn can be applied to creating bigger garments for humans!  Read more Draw using the grid method  Wed, 30.8.2023 13:00 - 14:30  Using a Grid to draw is NOT cheating. Nothing in art is really cheating, there are just many tools that you are free to use.  Read more    Latest news Hepworth Band looks forward to a busy autumn season The Hepworth band looks forward to a busy autumn season as it returns to rehearsals after a short summer break.  Read more Visit the TOWNSOUNDS Photographic Exhibition This photographic exhibition charts the musical growth of Kirklees, through the people who made it  Read more    Opportunities to watch out for VISITOR EXPERIENCE: BARS MANAGER AT THE LBT (30HRS PER WEEK) We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Bars Manager. You will have a passion for driving sales, delivering the best in customer service ...  Read more The Arts Society Grants Deadline 30 September This fund aims to support UK-based registered charities to deliver projects and activities that make a positive contribution to people’s lives through ...  Read more TEN - artist submission call out / Deadline 20 Sep The Gallery is hosting a selling group exhibition. The theme is landscapes and landmarks of the Colne Valley and its surrounding areas within a ten-mi ...  Read more Literature Festivals Coordinator: Harrogate International Festivals Deadline 7 September To co-ordinate & support the delivery of a year-round programme of literature festivals, events & engagement work including the award-winning Theaksto ...  Read more   Creative Kirklees © 2023 All Rights Reserved Creative Development Team PO Box 1720 HUDDERSFIELD HD1 9EL arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk

 

 

Library Adventures - 16th August 2023   Reading for pleasure is more important to children’s successes than education or social class. The Summer Reading Challenge gets three quarters of a million children into libraries to keep up their reading skills and confidence during the long holidays You've still time to join the challenge at your local Kirklees library. If you've already joined, come and tell us about the fabulous books you've been reading and pick up your special collector folder and smelly stickers. We know your teachers love to see those reading certificates and medals when you go back to school in September! Milan, age 11, has loved taking part this year: "This year's theme is the best, reading and sport are my favourite hobbies! Exercise keeps you physically fit and reading keeps you mentally fit. I love having the extra time to read in the summer, especially outdoors, sitting in the garden with a book or at the beach, when it's not raining of course! The library also has fun activities you can get involved with; I recommend it to all children." Find out more on the official Summer Reading Challenge website Free family fun in libraries this summer We've had some amazing family activities in libraries this summer and there are more to come! Some of our events booked up immediately but we're delighted to be able to release some extra tickets. Snap them up on our ticketsource page today! Here's a taste of what's happening this next week: Drawing workshops with Loretta Shauer - Join us for a workshop with the official illustrator for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge – the wonderful Loretta Schauer! Come prepared to learn more about creating illustrations for children’s books and take part in a drawing session focusing on creating characters! For children ages between 7-11 Once Upon a Tune Storytrails - Explore the power of music, illustration and storytelling outdoors with our exciting storytrails. This summer’s trails are inspired by the stunningly illustrated book Once Upon a Tune from award-winning artist James Mayhew. Search for the illustrations on our trail, experience the engaging stories that inspired famous tunes including Flight of the Bumblebee and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and create your own musical artwork. Recommended for families with children up to age 8.  Art Workshops with Stephen Waterhouse - Artist and Illustrator Stephen Waterhouse loves painting and drawing! Join us for a fabulous illustration workshop and we’ll get creating characters and story ideas about games, sport and having fun getting active. Plus you’ll have your own artwork to take home. 7+  Dance Emporium - Come and experience a fun and friendly street dance workshop with Dance Emporium, and try out some of the latest moves to upbeat, current music! For ages 8-11yrs and open to all abilities! Pyjama Drama - An interactive performance by Pyjama Drama where the audience will be actively encouraged to get involved: singing, dancing, playing games and taking on different roles. A wonderful show for children aged 3-7 and their families! Browse and book free tickets for library events If you booked tickets but you're not able to make it to the event, please let us know so we can release the places for another family to enjoy. Email us at frontline.services@kirklees.gov.uk Once Upon a Tune Storytrails We’ve had some glorious days out (and some fun splashing in the puddles!) at our gorgeous parks for our Once Upon a Tune story trails this summer. Music, laughter, bee crafts and stunning illustrations from James Mayhew’s wonderful book. We're popping up at Wilton Park, Batley, this Thursday. Find out more and have a look at our other locations and dates. If you can't make it in person, you can explore James Mayhew’s incredible images and listen to the music that inspired them through our storywalks web page. The Diverse Book Awards 2023 Created to highlight the best of the diverse voices published in the UK and Ireland, the Diverse Book Awards showcase the talent of maginalised voices. There are 12 books on each wonderful longlist: Picture Book, Children's, YA and Adult. Find out more about the longlists on the Diverse Book Awards website. Use our catalogue to reserve your choice for free delivery to your local library. Download for free from our Libby collections: Diverse Book Awards Children's Longlist, Diverse Book Awards YA Longlist Don't forget to vote for your favourite book via the Readers' Choice! You can vote for one book per category and the books with the most votes will be announced at the awards ceremony in October. Local Studies Library People had to keep very still for a photo in the 1800s so can look quite serious! Did you know that staff can help you to research family history at Kirklees Local Studies Library? In fact, all Kirklees Libraries offer free access to the Ancestry website which is a great place to start. Find out more about Kirklees Local Studies Library Golcar Library Secret Garden Last September children from Golcar schools participated in an art project for Golcar Library's gorgeous garden. Everyone's invited to a summer celebration to showcase the wonderful art work the children created. Golcar Library, Saturday 19th August, 1-3pm. Create a Comic Competition This Summer, MONSTER FUN – the fang-tastic children’s comic – is running a huge DRAW A MONSTER COMPETITION, where the winner could see their monster inside a future issue! Children aged up to 16 years old are invited to pick up their pens and pencils, draw a creepy creation on the entry form, and send it in for their chance to see their monster recreated in a one page strip in a future Monster Fun issue on sale this year. Plus they’ll also win a massive book bundle from Rebellion Publishing. To enter, children simply need to fill in the entry form found on the Monster Fun website, or in the latest issue of Monster Fun (perfect to pick up for inspiration!). But be quick, the competition closes on the 31st August 2023. ALL schools and libraries who submit entries to the competition will also receive a Monster Fun bundle, filled with issues of the comic for their young readers to enjoy! Libby app Libby for Amazon Fire tablets Libby is now available to download from the Amazon Appstore. Going forward, users with Amazon Fire tablets should download Libby directly from the Amazon Appstore instead of manually sideloading the app. OverDrive app reading history in Libby Your borrowing history will soon be available on your Timeline in Libby so you can keep track of titles previously borrowed from your digital collection in one place. Learn more on Libby Help. Support for additional languages Libby now supports these additional languages: Korean, Malay, Tamil, Danish, Icelandic, and British English. Review Libby Help for a full list of supported languages and steps to change your language in the app.  Questions? Need some advice? Please drop us a line at frontline.services@kirklees.gov.uk or ask at any Kirklees Library. PressReader: Digital magazines and Newspapers Our digital magazine and newspaper service can now be accessed from within the Libby app. Select the Pressreader icon from within Libby and follow the on-screen instructions. Digital Magazines and Newspapers Choose from over 7,300 national and international titles to read online or download for offline convenience. Complimentary access with your Kirklees library card and PIN for 30 days before you have to sign in again. Create a collection of favourite titles, search and add new ones. Share articles through email and social media, or save and organize them into categories with labels for quick and easy access. For more details along with details of the text-to-speech and instant translation options, see our PressReader catalogue at: www.pressreader.com   Keep in touch If you know someone who would like to get the latest news from Kirklees Libraries, feel free to forward this newsletter or let them know they can use the link at the bottom of this page. Send your book reviews to socialmedia.lics@kirklees.gov.uk. Recommend titles using the Libby app or use any of the channels below. Stay up to date with Kirklees Libraries using our social media channels: Facebook@kirkleeslibraries          Twitter@KirkleesLibrary Instagram/kirkleeslibraries             Pinterest/kirkleeslibraries

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