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Square Chapel Arts Centre presents 30 Stories: Exhibition Tue 16 Jul—Fri 31 Jul Times: All day, everyday at Square Chapel Arts Centre Tickets: Free Celebrate 30 amazing years of Square
Tue 16 Jul—Fri 31 Jul
Times: All day, everyday at Square Chapel Arts Centre
Tickets: Free
Celebrate 30 amazing years of Square Chapel with our ’30 Stories’ exhibition.
‘30 stories’ showcases 30 unique stories from the people who have helped shape the organisation you see today.
Each of the images and the accompanying stories uncover the life changing moments and inspiring stories that Square Chapel has helped to create over the last 30 years; the stories that have had the most impact on the people from across our communities, stories that bring people together and stories that demonstrate the importance of diversity in our society.
Exhibition opening times
Mon -Sat: 10am – 9pm
Sun: 12pm – 8pm
july 16 (Tuesday) - 31 (Friday)
For our under fives. Come along to Akroyd Library in Bankfield Museum and join in our craft activities for under-fives. In this relaxed, friendly environment children can play, enjoy a
For our under fives. Come along to Akroyd Library in Bankfield Museum and join in our craft activities for under-fives. In this relaxed, friendly environment children can play, enjoy a story and learn more about fascinating objects on display.
Every Friday at 10:30am.
Push chair access is round the back of the building and FREE parking.
Admission £2 per child. Please pay on the day.
October 11 (Friday) 10:30 am - December 20 (Friday) 11:30 am
Weekends from 23 Nov and every day from 20 Dec – Sun 5 Jan Meet the friendliest elves around as well as Father Christmas himself in our Santa’s Grotto – “One
Weekends from 23 Nov and every day from 20 Dec – Sun 5 Jan
Meet the friendliest elves around as well as Father Christmas himself in our Santa’s Grotto – “One of the best in the UK” – NetMums. Watch our festive show ‘Snow Day’ and see Jack Frost help a child experience the magic of snow for the very first time.
November 23 (Saturday) - January 5 (Sunday)
It's the famous Christmas Tree Festival at Halifax Minster from 30 Dec - 3rd Dec, visit daily 10am-5pm, Sun 12 noon-5pm. Entry is £2 and children are free, it's rather
It’s the famous Christmas Tree Festival at Halifax Minster from 30 Dec – 3rd Dec, visit daily 10am-5pm, Sun 12 noon-5pm.
Entry is £2 and children are free, it’s rather splendid, 33 trees this year 🎄
November 30 (Saturday) - December 3 (Tuesday)
01dec6:30 pmAdvent Carol Service6:30 pm Halifax MinsterEvent Type :Community
A candle lit service of hymns, readings, and carols for Advent. Music performed by the Minster choirs accompanied by the Minster organ. If you are searching for space and spirituality
A candle lit service of hymns, readings, and carols for Advent. Music performed by the Minster choirs accompanied by the Minster organ. If you are searching for space and spirituality before Christmas gets underway, then this is the one for you! Due to the darkness, it is not a child friendly service.
(Sunday) 6:30 pm
05decAll Day08Santa’s Dizzy Day(All Day) The Victoria Theatre
In the Victoria Theatre Green Room Bar SATURDAY AND SUNDAY SOLD OUT - BEST AVAILABILITY ON THURSDAY 5 DECEMBER AT 3:30PM, FRIDAY 6 DECEMBER AT 10:30AM AND 3:30PM Santa, Ellie and Rudolph
In the Victoria Theatre Green Room Bar
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY SOLD OUT – BEST AVAILABILITY ON THURSDAY 5 DECEMBER AT 3:30PM, FRIDAY 6 DECEMBER AT 10:30AM AND 3:30PM
Santa, Ellie and Rudolph are back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax this Christmas with Santa’s Dizzy Day, a fun packed festive show for children aged 2-6 which invites them to join in with an array of interactive songs and to get involved in the action.
Poor Santa and Ellie are having a very dizzy day indeed and the workshop is in a dreadful muddle, so they are going to need the help of all the children in the audience if they are going to get all the presents delivered in time for Christmas morning.
The show will also give children an opportunity to give their Christmas list to Santa in person.
Specially designed paper for the letter will be available on the day or can be downloaded from http://www.imaginetheatre.co.uk/productions/2019121-santas-dizzy-day-2019
PLUS: As an added treat, all of the children will get to meet Santa and receive a gift from him.
The show is brought to you by the team behind the smash hit festive shows Santa’s Sparkly Surprise, Santa’s Mixed up Martian, Santa’s Polka Dot Pirate and Santa’s Rusty Robot. It is an unmissable treat for all children up to the age of 6 years and will ensure that the festive season gets underway with an unforgettable Christmas experience.
Running time approximately 35 minutes followed by a meet and greet with Santa.
december 5 (Thursday) - 8 (Sunday)
07decAll DayBankfield Christmas Craft Fair(All Day: saturday) Bankfield MuseumEvent Type :Christmas
A selection of local crafts and produce on sale in just time for Christmas at Bankfield Museum. The perfect place for present buying or to treat yourself.
A selection of local crafts and produce on sale in just time for Christmas at Bankfield Museum. The perfect place for present buying or to treat yourself.
All Day (Saturday)
A reflective quiet day led by the Rev Jane Finn. Starting at 11am with coffee and cake and with Eucharist at 12.30 followed by Lunch (soup and roll) included in the
A reflective quiet day led by the Rev Jane Finn.
Starting at 11am with coffee and cake and with Eucharist at 12.30 followed by Lunch (soup and roll) included in the cost of £5.
The day will conclude at 4.30pm following Evening Prayer.
December 10 (Tuesday) 12:30 pm - January 10 (Friday) 4:30 pm
Create an original handwoven scarf at this beginners weaving worksop at Calderdale Industrial Museum. On Thursday 12th December from 10am - 4.30pm, the cost is £55 including yarn, you will be
Create an original handwoven scarf at this beginners weaving worksop at Calderdale Industrial Museum.
On Thursday 12th December from 10am – 4.30pm, the cost is £55 including yarn, you will be weaving on Ashford looms and tutored by Central Saint Martins trained weaver Anne Crowther. Only 6 places per workshop.
To book please ring 07964 416699
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
The Piece Hall Trust is offering existing and new members a little extra seasonal sparkle for Christmas with a series of festive deals in the lead up to
The Piece Hall Trust is offering existing and new members a little extra seasonal sparkle for Christmas with a series of festive deals in the lead up to the big day.
Starting on Friday 13 December, those signed up to the charity’s membership scheme will be able to enjoy an alternative ’12 Days of Christmas’ – daily deals at the independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants throughout the final festive fortnight. Through joining, members become part of The Piece Hall’s future, helping to preserve the Grade I listed building which was recently revealed as the ‘Best thing about Halifax’ according to eight out of ten local people.*
Offers include**:
An annual membership costs £28.50 and the funds help support a year-round programme of cultural, heritage, learning and community activities – many of them free to attend. Members themselves receive benefits such as priority booking for events, festivals and gigs which this year included sell-out shows by Elbow and Embrace. Members also receive exclusive offers and invitations to member-only previews and private tours. Gift memberships are also available, offering the bonus of further supporting the local charity at the same time as passing on all the incentives of a membership.
Roger Harvey OBE, Patron of The Piece Hall Trust and Chair of Harvey’s commented: “12 days of Christmas at The Piece Hall is a fantastic opportunity for members of The Piece Hall Trust to take advantage of the many exclusive benefits and discounts on offer at The Piece Hall shops, cafes and restaurants over the Christmas period. Everybody should become a member to take up these great offers and to support local, independent businesses at the same time.”
Almost 500 individuals are currently signed up to the membership scheme.
**All offers are available to view on www.thepiecehall.co.uk/member-promotions
Offers are only available to holder of membership card. ID may be required.
december 13 (Friday) - 22 (Sunday)
13dec7:00 pmCarol Concert at Halifax Town Hall7:00 pm Halifax Town HallEvent Type :Christmas
Entertainment from local band, schools choirs, music groups. Fun, festive evening. Tickets £6 Available from Halifax Town Hall Further information from the Civic Office, Halifax Town Hall 01422 393022 mayor@calderdale.gov.uk
Entertainment from local band, schools choirs, music groups. Fun, festive evening.
Tickets £6 Available from Halifax Town Hall
Further information from the Civic Office, Halifax Town Hall 01422 393022 mayor@calderdale.gov.uk
(Friday) 7:00 pm