Visitors to Bankfield Museum in Halifax will soon be able to take an exciting journey through a history of cycling in a new exhibition opening on Saturday 7 June. ‘A Century of Cycling’ will celebrate Stage 2 of the Tour de France coming to Calderdale on Sunday 6 July. The exhibition will feature penny farthings… read more … about Celebrating a century of cycling>>
Calderdale residents are being advised to plan where they want to watch the race and how to get there, in advance of the tour weekend. There are lots of ways of getting to the race including walking, cycling, public transport and by car. Why not beat the traffic by walking or strolling to the route with… read more … about Travelling to the Tour>>
Young people in Calderdale have the opportunity to check out the Orangebox facility in Halifax at a special open evening at the Centre. On Friday 30 May, the Centre will be opening its doors for an evening of live music, DJ workshops, fashion tips, creative writing workshops and much, much more. Calderdale Council’s Discover libraries… read more … about Exciting Orangebox open evening>>
Calderdale schools are gearing up for the Tour de France, with 20 schools in the east of the borough taking part in their own Tour de ECLC (East Calderdale Learning Community). On Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 June, 31 teachers, head teachers and school staff, will be cycling 24.88 miles, stopping off at 20 schools,… read more … about Schools saddle up>>
One in four people will suffer from a mental health problem at some point in their lives. As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, King Cross Library near Halifax held a free ‘Books on Prescription’ event, on Thursday 15 May, from 7pm until 8pm, called Overcoming Anxiety and Depression. At the event, award winning author… read more … about Books on Prescription – Talking about mental health>>
From Todmorden to Japan and New Zealand…everyone wants a taste of Calderdale Council’s community growing scheme. The scheme makes it easier for people to work together to create spaces where they can grow their own fruit and veg. It was launched as a pilot in Todmorden in March, to build on the success of Incredible… read more … about Calderdale’s community growing scheme goes global>>
Saturday 17 May is International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) and for the first time ever, Calderdale Council is flying the rainbow flag at Halifax Town Hall in a show of support. This visible and colourful support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities emphasises the Council’s commitment to equality, in recognition of… read more … about Flying the flag for equality>>
On Sunday 6 July, the eyes of the world will be on Calderdale, as the Tour de France cycles through the region. To make sure the day goes as smoothly as possible, Calderdale Council has put a number of plans in place to allow residents and visitors who are interested in the race to plan… read more … about Not your average day>>
Motorists in Mytholmroyd are being advised that a section of New Road in the town will be subject to evening closures for five days so that essential repairs can be carried out to the carriageway. The works, which are being managed by Amey on behalf of Calderdale Council, will take place from Monday 19… read more … about Evening closures for road improvements>>
