NEXT EVENTS IN JUNE
Sat 13th & Sun 14th @ 11am – 4.30pm:
Halifax Food & Drink Festival:
If you eat – attendance is compulsory. Hosted by Yorkshire Life’s Anne Stirk, with celebrity chef Kevin Woodford,
who will be doing demonstrations on both days, including giving one person the chance to get up on stage with him.
Also Holdsworth House, the Cooking School (based at Dean Clough), Bloc Chocolate, Robert Ramsden,
Burdass Lamb and Curry Cuisine will all be doing demonstrations on stage, a cookery theatre, exhibition stands,
Deliciously Yorkshire’s producers market, children’s entertainment and more
– all you need bring is an appetite (£1 Adults & under 16’s free)
Mon 15th @ midday – 2pm:
BiteSize Gigs – Unwrap your sandwiches, unpack your troubles & spend your lunch hour sating your appetite & quenching
your musical thirst to the accompaniment of some of the regions finest musicians.
The gigs will be happening each Mon, Wed & Fri from today until the end of August (Free)
Wed 17th @ 5pm – 8pm:
‘Face the Extreme’ Bike Week Spectacular with
The Clan – Scotland’s premier trick cycling team falls upon the Piece Hall like some latter day border raiders.
Performing their peerless Air Show followed by a tricks masterclass for all you push iron aficionados with a thirst for learning.
The evening will also be complimented by a number of trade stands for those who are bitten by the cycling bug. (Free)
Fri 19th @ 5pm – 7pm:
Revive Concerts –
Put the World on pause & unwind into your weekend with a cheeky beer & quality music for company (bar available) -
Sweet as a nut. The concerts will be happening in the Courtyard on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month until the end of August. (Free)
Sat 20th @ 2pm – 9pm: Calderdale Pride/Picnic in the Piece Hall –
All, gay friendly, roads lead to the Piece Hall as we have the pleasure of being host to Calderdale LGBT’s
first annual Pride Event. Starting with a community picnic you can enjoy a full programme of live events from the stage,
bands, quality DJ’s, food, licensed bars, pride market & special guests – bring food, friends, picnic blanket & let the party roll.
(Free) www.calderdalelgbtnetwork.org
BRITISH ARMED FORCES AND VETERANS DAY
SATURDAY 27th JUNE 2009 - MIDDAY
HANG OUT THE BUNTING, BEAT ON THE DRUM, COME JOIN WITH US AND CELEBRATE THE SPECIAL ONES.....
Take a few moments out of your day to observe the unique contribution of the british armed forces. Personnel to the borough, the region and the country at large.
CELEBRATE DIVERSITY - For all ex-service personnel are veterans, whatever their age, or service experience.
CELEBRATE CONTRIBUTION - For even as Civvies they continue to give to their communities through the transferable skills acquired when serving
CELEBRATE SUPPORT - For there is a wide range of support and advice available to service personnel and veterians through the public, charity and voluntary sector.
CELEBRATE - THE DAY - Beginning with a march from the town hall at midday this pitches up in the Piece Hall and seamlessly morphs into a veterans badge giving ceremony by the mayor.
This will be underpinned by cadet force demonstrations, band music, stands by the armed forces, emergency services and support agencies,
displays about the duke of Wellington's regiment, military vehicle showcase, a remembrance recording -
and a bar in which to raise a glass in praise of those who did, those who do and those who will take the king's shilling...
NEXT EVENTS IN JULY
HALIFAX PIECE HALL
SATURDAY, JULY 18TH 2009
The Spirit of Pink Floyd show will be performing this year at the Halifax Piece Hall.
The show at the Piece Hall is the band's biggest annual outdoor event in the UK
and the best chance to enjoy one of the most spectacular recreations of the music of Pink Floyd.
BOX OFFICE: 01422 351 158 - £20 - Doors open at 7.00pm
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The Spirit of Pink Floyd Show
With a brand new and spectacular world-class production, The Spirit of Pink Floyd Show is breaking new ground.
Formerly from tribute bands Off the Wall and Think Floyd the new line-up has recently been in production rehearsals
with a top producer from Los Angeles, and brings to the stage nine hugely talented vocalists and musicians.
In addition, with a dramatic new lighting show and thought-provoking animations,
The Spirit of Pink Floyd Show brings a unique and innovative feel to classic Floyd. Having just completed a sell-out tour of Japan,
the band is bringing their stunning new production to British audiences. Guaranteed to delight not only Pink Floyd fans
but music lovers of all ages, do not miss your chance to see the most electrifying recreation of the music from one of the world's most enduring bands.
PINK FLOYD –THE SPIRIT LIVES ON
- Facebook event page
Floyd Spirit Page
SHOP NEWS
Griffin Sports And Workware Supplies (unit 77) have moved into a larger unit with in the Piece Hall.
Call down to see what we can offer your club or business in 2009
Ethnic Crafts (unit 7) - Asian Arts and Sculpture
Funky Dragon (unit 42) - Funky clothing and boot shop as now opened.
Feel Fabrics (unit 37) - Luxury velvets for both dress and curtains.
Sammy Bee Children Footwear (Unit 49) Footwear and Accessories for Children and Fitting Services
NEW
Temporary Art Space (Unit 34/35)
Opening 6th March until August
Temporary Art Space is an unfunded, artist-run project with a lifespan of six months,
situated in the magnificent Grade 1 listed Piece Hall in Halifax and co-directed by Alice Bradshaw,
Bob Milner, Tom Senior, Kevin Boniface & Georgia Boniface.
Exhibition
Temporary Art Show -
This inaugural exhibition at Temporary Art Space follows on from the hugely successful
exhibition of the same name in neighbouring Huddersfield.
The five co-founding, co-directing artists will show alongside artists selected
from open calls responding to the broad theme of "temporary."
Opening: Friday 6th March 2009, 5-8pm - Until Friday 28th March 2009
Up and coming exhibitions
North
Beermat Show
Open Call for Everyday Film & Photography
DIY
Salon
More information on how you can take part please visit www.temporaryartspace.co.uk
www.piecehall.info
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