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N&E Blog and N&E Friday Flyer Covering the wards of Illingworth & Mixenden, Northowram
& Shelf, Ovenden, and Warley (including Pellon)
N&E Friday Flyer – 21 November 2014
North & East Halifax Ward Forum Team
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.halifaxnorthandeast.com
News
Live in North Halifax? Be part of it…
You may not have heard of North Halifax Partnership but we bet
you’ll know some of the things we’ve done, and with lots more
coming up, you can be part of it!
Find out more at our next Annual General Meeting which is
being held on Wednesday 26 November 2014 at Threeways Centre, Nursery Lane.
There will be a light buffet and refreshments available at from 5.30pm
Please let us know you can make it on 01422 254211, or email [email protected]
Find out more about the partnership at www.northhalifaxpartnership.org…
Win a £50 hamper this Christmas in Ovenden
Following the success of last year’s Christmas hamper scheme in Ovenden, we are happy to
announce that we will be running it again this year. If you would like to be in with the
chance of winning a hamper worth £50, all you need to do is spending a minimum of £5 in
any of the participating stores to receive your raffle ticket … read more…
Ten Years On and Ovenden’s still Blooming
On Tuesday 18 November, Halifax in bloom, Ovenden Initiative and pupils from Dean Field
Community Primary School came together and marked 10 years of bulb planting by planting
thousands more bulbs along the driveway of Dean Field and Cousin Lane … full story…
Christmas shoppers benefit as FREE parking launched
Christmas shoppers will have the benefit of extra change in their pockets this year as
from Saturday 15 November 2014 Calderdale Council launched FREE Saturday parking at
four car parks in Halifax town centre where it will be free to park all day every Saturday up
until Christmas… read more…
Five Alive – High Five’s latest newsletter
High Five is a community group based in Pellon providing activities to improve the wellbeing
of people over 50. The group run a number of activities throughout the week and there is
room for you to get involved too… details and newsletter…
Get Involved / Have Your Say
Darker Nights Initiative crime prevention stalls
As part of The West Yorkshire Police’s Darker Nights Initiative there will be 2 crime
prevention stalls held in Mixenden on Friday 28 November… details…
Line Dancing for over 50′s
The Illingworth & Bradshaw Local Activities Group for the over 50’s is starting classes in Line
dancing on Tuesday afternoons from 2pm to 3pm and they will be taken by a qualified tutor
so put on those dancing shoes and get yourself down for an hour of fun… details…
Volunteers required to support Friends of Ash Green School
Ash Green School is looking for parents, carers and community members to volunteer and
join the Friends of Ash Green Committee to help raise funds to enhance your children’s
learning and experiences whilst in Primary School… read more…
Calderdale Women’s Inter-faith Group – upcoming events!
Calderdale women’s interfaith group will be running a number of events throughout
November and December. With an annual celebration, faith walks and workshops there is
plenty to get involved in to keep you busy whilst meeting new people… event schedule…
Illingworth Gaol and Stocks – Public Meeting
The Trustees of the Illingworth Gaol and Stocks invite you to attend their next Public
Meeting on Monday 24 November. The project to save the Illingworth Gaol is now at a very
critical and important stage and urgently need the support of everyone so please show your
support and make every effort to attend the meeting… read more…
Make a difference… Vote Snack in the Box
Voting takes place on Tuesday 25 November 2014 and ‘snack in the box’ requires your vote
to help Calderdale’s youth. Snack in the Box is a chance for young people to open a brand
new cafe in Halifax that will offer employment and training opportunities… read more…
Witnessed Dog Fouling? Report It!!
Calderdale Council can take action in relation to complaints about dog fouling if you know
who the person is who is not cleaning up after their dog has fouled... read more…
Estate Walkabouts in your neighbourhood over the next 12 months
Estate Walkabouts are a really great way to get to know your local area and make new
friends in the process. If you are planning on attending any of the estate walkabouts then
please call the Calderdale Customer Service Centre… schedules…
Council Tax drop in session in Ovenden
Are you struggling to pay your Council Tax, or do you know somebody who is? Then go along
to the Council Tax drop in session on Tuesday 25 November for advice and support on
managing your money… details…
Halifax in Bloom – Annual General Meeting
This year, the Annual General Meeting for Halifax in Bloom will be held on Thursday 27
November 2014 at Manor Heath, Halifax from 6pm and everyone is welcome so please tell
your friends and family… details…
Find out how to reduce energy costs and stay warm this winter
Since 2004 energy bills have risen on average by 151% pushing more people into fuel
poverty. To help tackle this growing problem Groundwork is running a series of free and
impartial advice sessions on Monday 1 December… read more…
Children and Young People Information Day
This FREE Event will be held on Tuesday 2 December 2014. There will be a variety of
information on the day and Lunch will be provided… read more…
High Five does Pilates!
Starting in January 2015, the High Fives group will be holding Pilates sessions at a cost of
just £3 per person. Pilates strengthens core muscles so please check with your doctor if you
have any health issues which could affect you taking part… read more…
Mixenden High Rise Flats Community Garden Project
The Community Garden Project currently has Volunteering opportunities for people with a
keen interest in gardening… details…
Homes in North Halifax available right now!
Pennine Housing has properties waiting in North Halifax. Various property types and sizes
available now. There are properties available in Central Halifax and Upper Valley too. Don’t
delay! Call today on 0300 555 5557 or visit www.keychoice.org.uk and see if they have a
property for you to make your new home.
Warley Calendar 2015 Now on Sale
The splendid 2015 Warley Calendar is now on sale! Just £5… read more…
Police Update
Hand in Your Weapons!
The weapons surrender, starting on Thursday 20 November follows a recent change in the
law which now makes it illegal for certain people to hold antique weapons… more…
Events
Calendar>>
Tonight! Ladies Night at Halifax Rugby Union Club
There is a Ladies Evening being held tonight at the Halifax Rugby Union clubhouse. With 20
fantastic stalls offering a wide cross-section of gifts, a raffle with 20 prizes up for grabs and
a bar open all night it would be a shame to miss out… details…
Tonight! An evening of amateur boxing at Halifax Boxing Club
Are you a fan of boxing and have no plans for Friday 21 November? Then get yourself down
to the Halifax Boxing Club for an entertaining evening of amateur fights from local boxing
talent in a friendly atmosphere complete with a bar and canteen… ticket information…
This weekend! The Sounds of Simon, a Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel
The Sounds of Simon is a tribute to the wonderful music of Simon and Garfunkel. Their
brand new show is coming to Square Chapel, Halifax on Saturday 22 November at 7.30pm.
Lose yourself to nostalgia in a performance not to be missed… booking details…
This weekend! St George’s Community Christmas Fayre
Go along to St George’s Hall on Saturday 22 November 2014 from 11am to 2pm for St
George’s Christmas Fayre where there will be lots to do such as arts and crafts, tombola, a
good as new stall, Bespoke Candles and Gifts… details…
This weekend! Fundraising Race Night – Le Tour De France
Go along to Triangle Cricket Club on Saturday 22 November 2014 for a ‘Tour De France’ race
night. Starting at 8pm at a cost of £2 per bike, there will be 6 races and you can sponsor any
one of them… details…
Phoenix Trading sale at the Shant, Holmfield
Go along to the Shant, Holmfield on Tuesday 25 November from 7pm to get involved in the
Phoenix Trading sale. All items are reasonably priced and of good quality with cards, gifts,
birthday and Christmas accessories on sale… details…
Fabulous Festive Fashion Show
Overgate Hospice are set to hold a festive fashion show at The Shay Stadium on Thursday
27 November 2014. All clothing modelled on the night will be available on sale and lots
more. Tickets are available to buy from the Overgate Hospice and Overgate shops… details…
Halifax Christmas lights switch on 2014
Come along to Russell Street, Halifax on Saturday 29 November to get into the festive spirit
for a FREE event be packed with activities and entertainment as Halifax is lit up for
Christmas 2014… full details…
Shelf Juniors AFC Winter Fayre
Go along to Wade House, Shelf and join Shelf Juniors AFC for their Winter Fayre on Saturday
29 November 2014, even try your luck in a raffle for a chance to win an Xbox One… details…
Ash Green Primary School Christmas Fair
Ash Green Primary School Lower Site is holding a Christmas Fair on Saturday 29 November
2014 from 11am to 1pm. Come join staff and volunteers at the school for a fun packed
Christmas Fair with traditional stalls including games and tombola… details…
Shelf pre-school Christmas fayre
Go along to Shelf village hall for Shelf pre-schools’ Christmas fayre on Saturday 29
November 2014 from 2pm till 4pm. There will be lots to get involved in including a number
of stalls ranging from jewellery and toys to food and drink… details…
Light Up a Life this Christmas
Overgate Hospice would like to invite you to be part of their Light up a Life Appeal 2014.
Take part and light a candle at The Memorial Service at Halifax Minster on Sunday 30
November 2014… further information…
Age UK Christmas Carol Concert
Go along to St Jude’s Church, Halifax on Tuseday 2 December at 7pm for a Christmas carol
concert celebrating 40 years of Age UK. Featuring entertainment from Calderdale Senior
Citizens Orchestra and Vocal Voices… details…
Dean Field Community Primary School Christmas fair
The Dean Field Community Primary School Christmas fair will be held in school on Friday 5
December 2014 from 3.15pm. Phoenix radio will be in attendance and there will be plenty
going on including a tombola, refreshments and raffle draw along with stalls… read more…
Victorian Christmas Fayre in Warley
Warley’s Victorian Christmas Fayre will be held at Warley Town School on Saturday 6
December from 1.30pm to 4pm. There will be stalls with gifts and cakes and of course the
Warley Calendar will be on sale… details…
Christmas Fair at Halifax Ukrainian Club
The Ukrainian Club in Halifax will be holding a Christmas Fair on Sunday 7 December. There
will be various stalls selling handmade and homemade items and a Cake Auction starting at
3pm where handmade cakes are auctioned for charity… details…
Would you like a FREE stall at The Christmas Market?
The Halifax Academy (formerly Halifax High) is holding a Community Christmas Market
on Saturday 6 December between 11am and 3pm… details…
Christmas Bazaar at St John’s Church
Come along to St John’s Church, Bradshaw on Saturday 13 December 2014 from 11.30am to
2pm for a fun filled Christmas Bazaar. Visit Santa’s Grotto, win prizes in one of our games or
even try your luck in our raffles and tombola’s… details…
Local Cinemas and Theatres
Vue Halifax – The Rex Cinema - Hebden Bridge Picture House – The Victoria Theatre
Square Chapel Centre for the Arts – Halifax Playhouse – King Cross Library Film Club
Children & Young People
Calendar>>
This weekend! St George’s Youth Drop in
Go along to St George’s House between 10am and 1pm on Saturday 22 November where
you can relax and purchase a hot drink or cake that will be on sale on the day. All proceeds
raised on the day will go towards a youth trip to London… read more…
Youth Groups at St George’s Church Hall
There will be a number of weekly groups being held at St George’s Church Hall, Lee Mount
on weekdays and also Ninja Stars youth drop in at St George’s House. Both boys and girls
are welcome to attend… details…
Sure Start Baby Play
Every Monday at Creations Community Children’s Centre. Lots of activities to get involved in
and it is also a great chance for new parents to chat and share experiences… read more…
Bored?...Do something fun this winter!
Winter is now just around the corner and as usual there will be loads of fantastic activities
to keep the children entertained and active over the coming months… read more…
Young Persons Prevention and Support Service
YPASS is a free confidential service to help young people find and maintain accommodation.
We can also help with other things like claiming benefits, accessing training… read more…
Sure Start Children’s Centre’s Autumn Newsletters - Out Now!!… click here…
Our newsletters are packed full of fun activities and training courses for children and
families. North Halifax Partnership is now running Children’s Centres in Ovenden, Mixenden,
Illingworth, Pellon, Brighouse, Elland, Rastrick, Holywell Green and Northowram & Shelf.
If you have friends or relatives in these areas please encourage them to like our
page so they can receive the latest updates in their newsfeed… Like…
FREE activities with Positive Futures
West Yorkshire Positive Futures offers the chance for young people to participate for FREE
in activities such as football, skating, boxing and fitness at places like the Ridings Sports
Centre, Old Lane Boxing Club and Halifax Swimming Pool… read more…
Illingworth Girls Rugby League… Players Wanted!
Illingworth Girls are looking for new players to join their expanding Girls Rugby League
team. If you are interested or would like further information contact Steve Stead… details…
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum… A Giant Panto Full of Fun
Join us at the Victoria Theatre from Saturday 13 December 2014 to Sunday 4 January
2015 to see if Jack can save the day, retrieve the harp and win the heart of the princess.
With spectacular scenery, stupendous costumes, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be a
treat for all the family… details…
All aboard the Santa Express!
Go along on Saturday 20 December 2014 and join Father Christmas on his Santa express
train before meeting him in person at Shibden Park. Various times are available but due to
Santa’s busy schedule it is advised that you book early… details and booking…
Book Now for Cinderella’s Magic Wand Workshop
Meet Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother in a magical costumed workshop on Saturday 20
December 2014. Help Cinderella with her chores and discover old toys before you create
your magic wand and cast a spell to send Cinderella to the ball… read more…
Health
This weekend! Free, rapid HIV tests
As part of the National HIV testing week, FREE rapid HIV testing will be available on
Saturday 22 November from 2pm till 4pm at The Resource Centre, Hall Street, Halifax and
there is no need to make an appointment… Just drop in… details…
Health Improvement – Activities for over 50′s
The Local Activities Group in Illingworth and Bradshaw was formed to improve the health
and wellbeing of people over the age of 50 in this area of Halifax. If you are interested in
meeting new friends and doing new activities please join in… activity details…
5-A-Side Football League – Teams Needed
The OSCA Foundation of Ovenden are looking for 5-A-Side teams for a new football league
to be held on their ground breaking, state of the art 3G pitch so dust off your boots, grab
your mates and join now!... read more…
Walking football sessions… read more…
Foundation Orienteering for Over 50’s … read more…
Family Archery lessons at OSCArena … read more…
Become a Health Connections Engagement Champion
The Health Connections Team are seeking Voluntary and Community Sector groups to
participate in a project to train staff and volunteers to deliver engagement / consultation
activities on behalf of the NHS Locally. Training takes place at Voluntary Action Calderdale
between 11 November and 9 December… read more…
Strategic Planning and the Role of the Board – Health Connections Course
The course will take place on Thursday 27 November 2014 and will be delivered by Terry
Perkins, NAVCA and will cover the need for strategic planning and the role of the board in
leading this in Voluntary and Community Sector organisations… details…
Health Connections to deliver a briefing session
Health Connections will deliver a briefing session on Wednesday 26 November 2014 at
Voluntary Action Calderdale, Halifax from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The People’s Health Trust
wants to invest in great local ideas which build on the strengths within… read more…
Mental Health Awareness – Health Connections Course
The course will take place on Tuesday 2nd December 2014 and will be delivered by Tara
Guha, Healthy Minds and will look at how to respond to someone in mental distress, where
to signpost them and how to look after your own mental health… details…
Running Effective Meetings – Health Connections Course
This course will be delivered by Voluntary Action Sheffield on Monday 8 December
2014 at Voluntary Action Calderdale. Make meetings a more effective use of your time and
discover ways to make them more effective for you and everyone else… details…
Charitable Trust Funding for Health Projects – Health Connections Course
The course will take place on Thursday 4 December 2014 and will be delivered by Sally
Deith from Fit4Funding to offer practical advice to VCO’s seeking funds to deliver health
related activities in Calderdale… details…
Support Groups with Healthy Minds
Healthy Minds run a number of mental health support groups which give an opportunity to
meet other people and share experiences with one another in a calm and friendly
environment to suit you… more details…
Active for All – Community Training Programme
Choice volunteering and Calderdale College are holding training sessions aimed at helping
learners deliver sports based activities to people with disabilities on Thursday 27 November
2014. The programme involves a three-hour practical workshop and will be supported by a
45 minute eLearning session… details…
Drink coffee and a chat at the Diabetes Support Group
The next diabetes support group session will take place at Beechwood Medical Centre from
10am to 12noon on Tuesday 2 December 2014… read more…
Talk to us – Healthwatch Calderdale
Go ahead and have your say about the local health and social care services in your area and
your personal experiences… Click here…
Local Sports Centres
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Threeways Sports Centre – Tel. 01422 321155
OSCA Sports Complex – Tel. 07974 077143
Northbridge Leisure Centre - Tel. 01422 341527
Sowerby Bridge Pool - Tel. 01422 288078
Halifax Swimming Pool - Tel. 01422 366624
Training & Employment
Sure Start Winter Courses
Sure Start Children’s Centres will be running a number of courses and activities throughout
winter from now until December. Courses range from Easy Weaning to Paediatric First Aid,
English for Emergencies and Karate for the Under 5’s… view schedule…
Looking to start your own business?
Considering starting your own business but don’t know where to start or who to contact?
You are welcome to attend so why not check out the FREE monthly drop in sessions run by
the Calderdale Council’s Business Support Team throughout November 2014?... sessions…
Co-production Awareness Workshop
The session will run on Tuesday 25 November 2014 at Voluntary Action Calderdale and is
for all employees, volunteers, service users, carers, and partners of SWYPFT and provides an
opportunity for participants with various experiences, skills and assets to explore new ways
of working in partnership… details…
English for Emergencies – Angielski w sytuacjach kryzysowych – szkolenie
There will be an English language training course held on Friday 5 December at
the Innovations Children’s Centre, Ovenden. - Nie będziekurs języka angielskiego odbywają
się w piątek 05 grudnia w Centrum innowacji dzieci… details / szczegóły…
Are you interested in taking a Health & Safety course?
The Mixenden Parents Resource Centre will be holding a Health and Safety Course which
starts on Wednesday 26 November 2014 and there are places still available… details…
Live in North Halifax? 16 - 18 and not doing anything?
Drop into the Careers Centre, Alexander Street in Halifax, Monday – Friday for employment,
education and training information… more
Computer Training at Halifax Central Library
One-to-one help using a computer is now available at Halifax Central Library, every Friday
morning? A customer can have up to three sessions with each one lasting an hour so if you
feel you could do with brushing up on your computer skills, come along… more…
Youth work unit – CSE workshop day
There will be a workshop held at Orangebox Young Peoples Centre on Wednesday 10
December 2014 which is aimed at professionals from every department and organisation
responsible for, or providing services to those affected by Child Sexual Exploitation… more…
Talent Match for 18 – 24 year olds
Talent Match supports young people who are furthest away from work. Many need one to
one coaching to gain the skills they need to get into employment and we are here in order
to help you achieve this... read more…
North Halifax Work Support - It doesn’t matter if you’ve never used a computer, or
you’re not confident about writing and you don’t know where to start. We have time to talk
to you in confidence and to help you with your job search and other things you want help
with. Drop in to one of our Work Clubs or ring 01422 255402 and ask for North Halifax
Work Support. Or visit www.halifaxnorthandeast.com and click on Latest Jobs
Work Clubs in North and East
 Mondays - 3pm- 5pm - at Beechwood Road Library
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Tuesdays - 10am -12 Noon - at Mixenden Library
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Wednesdays - 10am – 12pm at St Augustine’s Family Centre, Hanson Lane
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Wednesdays - , 10am – 12pm at King Cross Library
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Thursdays - 1.30-3.30pm - at Beechwood Road Library
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Thursdays - 1pm – 3pm at Mixenden Parents Resource Centre
Latest Jobs
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Cleaner – The North Halifax Grammar School
Trainee Technical Sales Administrator – Hargreaves Foundry
Caretaker/Handyperson – Ash Green Community Primary School
Driver/Attendant
Passenger Attendant
General Kitchen Assistant – Holy Trinity Primary School
Assistant Headteacher – Warley Town School
KFC Part Time Team Member
 Casual Swimming or Diving Teachers
Click here for more jobs and apprenticeships
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