Thurs 18 Oct
This local history talk with Nestle Archivist, Alex Hutchinson, will give an introduction to York’s world famous, Rowntree Family, in particular focusing on the life of Joseph Rowntree, his passion for reading, libraries and learning, and his desire for Rowntree Park to aid the citizens of York of all ages towards a healthier and happier life.
For more information or to book a place visit the Inspire website.Or you can book your tickets in person at Rowntree Park Reading Cafe
Friday, 21 September 2012
Shark attack at Yearsley pool
Fri 26 Oct, Yearsley pool
Don’t miss this opportunity to see an old time classic film in a great environment. Dip your toe into the water as Orillo Cinema brings the Jaws experience to Yearsley Pool!
There will be lots of surprises throughout the night, so don’t risk missing out!
Further details to follow on www.york.gov.uk/yearsleypool
Don’t miss this opportunity to see an old time classic film in a great environment. Dip your toe into the water as Orillo Cinema brings the Jaws experience to Yearsley Pool!
There will be lots of surprises throughout the night, so don’t risk missing out!
Further details to follow on www.york.gov.uk/yearsleypool
Sweet thoughts Day - Share your chocolate memories for National Chocolate week
Tues 9, Oct 10am to 5pm
Share your thoughts and memories of an industry York is famed for, as the city embraces this year's Chocolate Week.
York Stories 2012 is asking people of York to commemorate National Chocolate Week, with contributions of their own "Sweet Thoughts" of York's Chocolate and Confectionery Industry.
Your memories might be of your first job, the social life of the factories, the thousands of bicycles making their way through York when clocking off time came, the smell of chocolate across the city, or the special memories your favourite chocolate bar evokes every time you eat it.
The confectionery industry has played a major role in the shaping of modern York, this is a wonderful opportunity to collect and celebrate the industry that so many people have been involved in.
Residents of all ages with sweet memories and experiences are invited to visit York Cocoa House, Blake Street on Tuesday 9 Oct 10am to 5pm where they can share their stories, pictures and memories.
Come and meet members of staff, or the "artist in residence" who'll be capturing Sweet Thoughts during the day, and indulge in a little chocolate treat in return.
Sweet Thoughts Day is part of the York Stories 2012, York 800 community project which aims to encourage people to tell and share stories that are personal and unique to the city of York.
For more information email info@yorkstories2012.com
www.yorkstories2012.com
Share your thoughts and memories of an industry York is famed for, as the city embraces this year's Chocolate Week.
York Stories 2012 is asking people of York to commemorate National Chocolate Week, with contributions of their own "Sweet Thoughts" of York's Chocolate and Confectionery Industry.
Your memories might be of your first job, the social life of the factories, the thousands of bicycles making their way through York when clocking off time came, the smell of chocolate across the city, or the special memories your favourite chocolate bar evokes every time you eat it.
The confectionery industry has played a major role in the shaping of modern York, this is a wonderful opportunity to collect and celebrate the industry that so many people have been involved in.
Residents of all ages with sweet memories and experiences are invited to visit York Cocoa House, Blake Street on Tuesday 9 Oct 10am to 5pm where they can share their stories, pictures and memories.
Come and meet members of staff, or the "artist in residence" who'll be capturing Sweet Thoughts during the day, and indulge in a little chocolate treat in return.
Sweet Thoughts Day is part of the York Stories 2012, York 800 community project which aims to encourage people to tell and share stories that are personal and unique to the city of York.
For more information email info@yorkstories2012.com
www.yorkstories2012.com
Thursday, 20 September 2012
Touch down, with touch rugby
Starts Mon 8 and Wed 10 Oct
Cannon Lee High (Mon) 7 to 8pm and Huntington Secondary School (Wed) 6pm to 7pm
Touch Rugby League is a fast moving, evasive and involves minimal contact. The is a game played all over the world by men and women of all ages and skills levels.
The game really does involve minimal contact and is all about playing the game on the field and also the social atmosphere afterwards.
For further information or to book a place please contact Nick Settle, at nicholas.settle@york.gov.uk or call 01904 553377
Cannon Lee High (Mon) 7 to 8pm and Huntington Secondary School (Wed) 6pm to 7pm
Touch Rugby League is a fast moving, evasive and involves minimal contact. The is a game played all over the world by men and women of all ages and skills levels.
The game really does involve minimal contact and is all about playing the game on the field and also the social atmosphere afterwards.
For further information or to book a place please contact Nick Settle, at nicholas.settle@york.gov.uk or call 01904 553377
Gun powder plod and fireworks display
Mon 5 Nov - York Knavesmire
The Gunpowder Plod 5k is a 5k run over level ground, in the dark, accompanied by your very own fireworks show, special effects and pyrotechnic installations with performers at every kilometre.
The emphasis is on fun and spectacle, and the run is as competitive as you want to make it. Run for fun, run for results or simply run because you’re curious as to how it’ll look and feel on the night!
This is followed by a Bonfire, firework display, entertainment of all kinds and some fantastic food and drink. The Ultimate November 5 experience guaranteed!
For more information visit: www.gunpowderplod.com
The Gunpowder Plod 5k is a 5k run over level ground, in the dark, accompanied by your very own fireworks show, special effects and pyrotechnic installations with performers at every kilometre.
The emphasis is on fun and spectacle, and the run is as competitive as you want to make it. Run for fun, run for results or simply run because you’re curious as to how it’ll look and feel on the night!
This is followed by a Bonfire, firework display, entertainment of all kinds and some fantastic food and drink. The Ultimate November 5 experience guaranteed!
For more information visit: www.gunpowderplod.com
Welly Workout
Mon 8 Oct and Mon 22 Oct
Help to tidy up the pond areas of West Bank and Rowntree Park, and have a brilliant welly workout!
In West Bank Park the flower beds have become overgrown with ground elder. We will be removing this and planting the areas with wildlife friendly plants.
In Rowntree Park we will be putting down a woodchip viewing area at the side of the pond and replacing the edges to the woodland paths.
For further information contact Jenny Cairns: 07833 436832 or jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk for more details.
Wednesday, 19 September 2012
Food for the picking
Sat 13 Oct
We will look at different fruits and berries that are edible. Learn which need cooking before eating, which are fine to pick straight off the plant, and which to stay well clear of.
We will also look at plants where the leaves, roots or seeds can be eaten and the best way to prepare them. During the session we will hopefully be able to collect something to make tea with, depending what is available. (We will not be covering fungi as part of this course.)
Please book a space by contacting Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 or jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk
We will look at different fruits and berries that are edible. Learn which need cooking before eating, which are fine to pick straight off the plant, and which to stay well clear of.
We will also look at plants where the leaves, roots or seeds can be eaten and the best way to prepare them. During the session we will hopefully be able to collect something to make tea with, depending what is available. (We will not be covering fungi as part of this course.)
Please book a space by contacting Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 or jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk
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