From 22-25 September there is a Science Fiction Festival at Brighouse and Central Library. The festival falls on the week of the 150th Anniversary of H.G. Wells’ birthday and there are events for both adults and children, including author events and film screenings. On Saturday 23 September at Brighouse Library there will be face painting, … Continue reading Science Fiction Festival at Brighouse and Central Library this September…
Halifax
Halifax Heritage Festival 8th – 11th September 2016
Halifax Heritage Festival 2016: 8 September 2016 - 11 September 2016 A series of exciting events running alongside the UK English Heritage Open Days. For more information go to: info@marketinghalifax.co.uk or like their page Halifax Heritage Festival 2016| Mix of free and paid events in various locations across Halifax, including: Hidden Churchyard Tales Barry's Masterpiece Lister Lane … Continue reading Halifax Heritage Festival 8th – 11th September 2016
Missing person appeal: local granddad Granville Muir has not been seen since Saturday, can you help?
The Costumes of Yorkshire at Bankfield Museum this weekend…
For Yorkshire Day 2016 Bankfield Museum will present an illustrated talk on George Walker's “The Costumes of Yorkshire”. In 1814 George Walker produced a book of 40 colour plates entitled “The Costumes of Yorkshire” showing occupational clothing of the working classes throughout the region. “The county of York, from its great extent, maritime situation, natural … Continue reading The Costumes of Yorkshire at Bankfield Museum this weekend…
Halifax Opportunities Trust celebrates Living Wage accreditation
Halifax Opportunities Trust has become the latest employer in Calderdale to achieve accreditation from the Living Wage Foundation as a Living Wage Employer. The Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Halifax Opportunities Trust, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors; receive a minimum hourly wage of £8.25 - significantly higher … Continue reading Halifax Opportunities Trust celebrates Living Wage accreditation