Save lives!

Energise is proud to offer the RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification in connection with First Rescue. This course covers skills needed to become a lifeguard including aquatic rescues, first aid, CPR and health and safety knowledge. Upon successful completion candidates gain this nationally recognised lifeguard qualification that is valid for 2 years. Courses run 9am to 5pm over a 6 day period and cost £285.
The course application form and info can be downloaded by visiting http://www.york.gov.uk/leisure/sports/Sports_facilities/energise/whatsnew/ (you will find the form on the right of this page)  To book the next course call Energise on 01904 552424
Next courses:

• 27 to 29 July & 4 to 6 August
• 24 to 29 October

Are you taking the p... 2?

Sun 19 June at starts at 9.30am at Rowntree Park, maximum £16 entry fee
Men of York are invited to put their sporting prowess to the test against their female counterparts this summer through a boys-only 5k running event in the city. For more information of how to enter or to make a donation visit http://www.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/events/menonly5k.aspx

The Race of your life

Sun 19 June at York Knavesmire, 10k at 10am and 5k at 2.30pm, £15 entry fee

A women’s only 10km and 5km run starting and finishing on Yorks Knavesmire all in aid of Cancer Research.  For more information for how to join in or to make a domation visit http://www.raceforlife.org/

Byland Abbey amble

Sat 11 June, 11am to 3pm, Walks starts from the Abbey Inn, Byland, Coxwold, York

Join the Active Living Officer for a beautiful walk around the countryside of Byland Abbey for a 6 mile walk along country tracks and woodland paths. The walk includes a few steep inclines and stiles. Toilets are available at the start of the walk and at the end. Please bring lunch as refreshments will not be available until after the walk in the local pub. A bus service is available from York Exhibition Square (Stephensons 31X) leaving at 10.15am arriving at Byland Abbey at 10.59am. Walk will not start until the bus arrives. Return for further information if required.

journey can either be 2.09pm or 4.16pm back to York. Bus fares may apply.

Contact Fiona Barker on (01904) 553440 or email fiona.barker@york.gov.uk 

Ride into the past

Sun 12 June, meet at the Cycle Hub Station, Wellington Row, York at 10am

Join a group of keen cyclists for a guided ride to the Cold War Bunker. The ride is suitable for cyclists who can ride confidently on quiet roads. For more information on the Cold War Bunker visit www.english-heritage.org.uk.

For more information about this event contact Fiona Barker on 01904 553440 or fiona.barker@york.gov.uk

Through the binoculars

Wed 15 June, 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Rawcliffe County Park
Have a go at bird spotting and see what you can find. Binoculars and guides available.
clair.merrifield@york.gov.uk

An introduction to birds for all the family to enjoy.

Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather and activity

To book a place please contact Clair Merrifield on 07769 963127 or

Do you heart art?

Throughout June and July there are lots of arts and crafts workshops starting with Adult & Community Education. Whether you’re a beginner or looking for something a bit more challenging.  Workshops are a great way to have a go at something new, relax after work and best of all, create something totally unique!  For information on all our courses, call 01904 552806 or email adult.education@york.gov.uk   Here are just a few of the courses starting soon…….

Textiles for Fashion & Home - starts 6^th June for 6 weeks at York High School

Dressmaking - starts 8^th June for 6 weeks at York High School

Drawing & Painting - starts 6^th June for 6 weeks at Huntington School

Water Colour Landscapes – 1 Day Workshop on 4^th June at The Yorkshire Museum

Abstract Art - starts 8^th June for 6 weeks at Huntington School

The trees are alive

Wed 29 June 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Acomb Wood

Join this gentle stroll for a walk round Acomb Wood to look at the wildlife in the wood at this time of year.

Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather.

To Book a place please contact Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 or

jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk

Fun in the sun

Sun 26 June, 1pm to 3.30pm at West Bank Park
Summer has arrived so come down to West Bank Park and enjoy all the fun of a traditional fair.

This popular summer fair will host family favourites such as falconry display, bouncy castles, street sports, over 20 community stalls fun dog show, music and more.

No booking required just come down to the park and enjoy

Pedal power

Sat 25 (10.30am to 6.30pm) and Sun 26 June (10.30am to 4.30pm) at York Knavesmire
Europes largest Cycling Rally returns to the city of York to provide enthusiasts and non enthusiasts with a weekend of thrills, spills and retail heaven!
www.ctc.org.uk

Trade show and exhibition, arena events. extensive catering and bar. Camping and caravan pitches. Saturday organised rides from 25 Km to 150Km. Stunt show, cyclists' service at the Minster and Grand Parade through the city. Childrens' entertainments, cycle club displays and veteran cycles. Saturday night on-site musical entertainment and much, much more.

Come and sing

Sat 25 June, 11am to 12noon at Canon Lee School, Rawcliffe Drive, Clifton Without, York.
Come and sing, make new friends. All styles of music, swing, pop, rock and maybe even a bit of classical. Taster workshop for ages 8-18.

The chance for young people interested in signing and maybe joining a choir, to come and try out what’s on offer for them at York Arts Academy.

There’s also the opportunity to continue on a regular basis if you find that you really enjoy it.

For more information on musical activities for young people and adults, visit http://www.york.gov.uk/education/arts/music/Performing_arts_centres/

or call our office on 01904 554660 for information on yorkartsacademy

How about a spot of Dirty Dancing?

Sat 25 June, 7pm to midnight, prebooked tickets £25 per car, £30 on the night

Enjoy the unique and fun experience of a Drivein-Movie under the stars, featuring one of the best loved ‘song and dance’ films ever made. Bring your own food or select from the variety on offer on the site. Licensed bar, dance lessons and much, much more. A night not to be missed. www.drivein-movies.co.uk

 

York Schools' Music Festival

Sat 18 and Sun 19 June at the Grand Opera House, £4 adult, £2.50 concessions
Schools will be showcasing their musical talents in an afternoon of singing and musical adventure.

Tickets available from the Grand Opera House

By person – Grand Opera House, Clifford St, York

By phone – 01904 678703

By email – yorkboxoffice@theambassadors.com 

A gateway to history

Thu 16 June 5.30pm to 7.30pm, Explore York Library Learning Centre
Looking for your ancestors or interested local history? This introduction will help you to find and use archives in York and beyond.

This free session is suitable for anybody interested in finding out more about archives. We will talk about how to find them, how to use them and what sorts of information they contain, with the help of some examples from York’s own rich Archive.

Booking is essential. This can be done through any York library, or by contacting the Archives and Local History department 01904 552800, or archives@york.gov.uk

 

A night of crime

Wed 15 June 7pm to 8.30pm
What makes someone leave the world of high finance to become a writer? Meet two writers who have between them penned thrillers set in the world of business and finance, historical adventure set in the Napoleonic wars, a trilogy set during the Crusades, crime novels linking past and present, and a series featuring an Icelandic detective. Tom Harper and Michael Ridpath have been chair and vice chair of the Crime Writers’ Association and are appearing at Explore York during National Crime Writing Week.exploreyork@york.gov.uk

Contact Explore York for tickets, 01904 552815,

Tickets cost £4 for YorkCard holders, or £5 for others, and include a glass of wine/juice at the event.

'Bumps and Babies' Celebration Day

Wed 8 June 10am to 3.30pm

"Bumps, Babies, Children under five", are being invited to Explore York Library Learning Centre to celebrate being a child in York.

The children are being asked to bring their Mums, Dads, Grandparents and Carers with them to join in the fun! 

During the day there will be taster sessions for Baby Yoga, Baby Signing and much more. Including displays and information from the Library, The Children’s Centre, Family Learning, The Local History and Archives and City Screen plus a chance for the adults to discover how to enjoy their "Me Time"

There will be story and rhyme time sessions every ½ hour from 10am to 3.30pm.

Activate your little ones library ticket and let them enter the world of imagination and learning.

Take home a free book to share and enjoy together.

www.york.gov.uk/leisure/Libraries/

Brilliant butterflies

Sat 4 June (West Bank Park) and Sun 5 June (Clifton Backies) 11am to 1pm

Enjoy a summer’s day wandering through the meadows and woodland walkways looking for butterflies.

Guided by a local expert have a go at identifying the different types and learning how to encouraging them to your garden.

Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather.

To Book a place at Westbank Park please contact Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk

To Book a place at Clifton Backies please contact Clair Merrifield on 07769 963127 clair.merrifield@york.gov.uk


 

Carnival time!

Sat 4 June 12noon to 8pm

Once again York will come to life with the sounds of the Carnival 2011 – and entertainment which will be out of this world!

Organised by students from University of York, this year there will be three main components of the day.   An Outerspace themed parade which runs through the streets of York; performances throughout the City Centre as well as the two stages; and free workshops to take part in. Also, look out for the street performers, inflatable games, the kids’ corner and creative drawing. Along Parliament Street there will be face painting, a treasure hunt, henna tattoos, a smoothie workshop and much more!

http://www.yorkcarnival.org/ 

Step aside Spielberg!

Sat 4 June 9.30am to 4.30pm
Working with industry professionals through First Light, learn how to make a short film in a day, themed around the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Learn about story, camera, sound, directing, editing and producing a short film. Run in partnership with Panasonic, Film Nation: Shorts will introduce young people to film-making, support them in developing their talent. Winning films will be screened in front of the crowds in venues during the Olympic and Paralympic Games in London in 2012. 

 

How to Book : Call 07957 336982 or email  cutlimited@mac.com

Capacity/Number of places per day: 12