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12 Nov Remembrance Sunday Our annual gathering to remember the sacrifice of the British <strong>and</strong> Free French aircrews that served at Elvington during World War Two, together will those that have served to deliver the freedom we enjoy today. Remembrance services at both Elvington village <strong>and</strong> a service in the Museum chapel where all are welcome to join us. The <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Air Museum YO41 4AU www.yorkshireairmuseum.org 12-26 Nov Alice in Wonderl<strong>and</strong> Auditions Open auditions for all ages are being held for a musical production of ‘Alice in Wonderl<strong>and</strong>’ on Sunday 12th <strong>and</strong> Sunday 26th November for a June 2018 production at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre in York. We’re looking for all characters including Alice, the White Rabbit <strong>and</strong> Cheshire Cat. Whether you’ve got experience or just want to have a go, we’re really friendly <strong>and</strong> would love you to audition for us (it’s pretty informal too!) Joseph Rowntree Theatre YO32 4AE www.wearetheatre.co.uk 14 Nov – 23 Dec Christmas Opening A huge Christmas tree from the estate’s forestl<strong>and</strong> will dominate the Great Hall. Original Elizabethan <strong>and</strong> Jacobean quarters will be decorated in traditional style whilst the extraordinary Long Gallery will have a contemporary Christmas mood to complement its collection of modern <strong>and</strong> impressionist art. Burton Agnes Hall YO25 4NB www.burtonagnes.com 18-19 Nov Festive Craft Fair Our annual festive crafts market is now in its third year <strong>and</strong> is a firm favourite for both famillies <strong>and</strong> art <strong>and</strong> craft lovers. The huge event is a great chance to purchase unique, h<strong>and</strong> crafted Christmas gifts. Children receive a ticket to Santa’s Grotto, complete with cheeky elves <strong>and</strong> a little gift from Mr Claus. Skipton Auction Mart BD23 1UD www.craftsinthepen.org.uk Christmas Craft Fair Celebrating the very best of local arts, country crafts <strong>and</strong> seasonal gifts, from jewellery <strong>and</strong> ceramics to tree decorations, scented soaps <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>made chocolates. There’s also a visit from Santa, traditional music <strong>and</strong> children’s craft-making activities. The Moors National Park Centre YO21 2NB www.northyorkmoors.org.uk 18 Nov-23 Dec Christmas at the Castle A host of angels will descend on Castle Howard to surprise <strong>and</strong> delight you all. Inspired by its archiecture, interiors <strong>and</strong> art collections these fabulous creatures, classic <strong>and</strong> contemporary, will populate the gr<strong>and</strong> state rooms to spectacular effect. Favourites include the soaring Christmas tree in the Great Hall <strong>and</strong> the return of Bompas & Parr’s Gingerbread Castle Howard. Younger visitors will be entranced by the Magical Christmas Garden - a peek into the imaginary world of Father Christmas. Castle Howard York, YO60 7DA www.castlehoward.co.uk WHAT’S ON WHERE 16 Nov-22 Dec St Nicholas Fair York’s favourite festive market is back <strong>and</strong> more spectacular than ever before... Me<strong>and</strong>er through the magical market stalls of St Nicholas Fair <strong>and</strong> delight in a truly special shopping experience. W<strong>and</strong>er inside traditional chalets adorned with twinkling lights <strong>and</strong> follow the aromas of mulled wine <strong>and</strong> tempting treats to the new <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Barn for a taste of yule themed <strong>Yorkshire</strong> fodder. Parliament Street York, YO1 www.visityork.org/christmas.aspx York’s Christmas Festival The York St Nicholas Fair brings magical stalls <strong>and</strong> merriment from <strong>17</strong> November right up to 23 December. Soak up the atmosphere <strong>and</strong> aromas of warming mulled wine whilst you enjoy York’s ultimate Christmas experience. Includes Brass B<strong>and</strong> Weekend on 18 - 19 November. York YO1 8RU www.visityork.org/christmas <strong>17</strong>-19 Nov Whitby Christmas Festival A weekend with lots of events <strong>and</strong> stalls. Fireworks, Music, Christmas market, <strong>and</strong> much more. For more up to date information, follow @FestXmas on Twitter. Marina Front Car Park YO22 4AG www.whitbytowncouncil.gov.uk 18 Nov Father Christmas will arrive at the Harbour Father Christmas will arrive at the Harbour at 11.30 am on the 18th November – the Grotto will open at 1pm that day once he is in situ <strong>and</strong> then will be open every day up to Xmas eve. Scarborough Harbour YO11 1PD Whitby Sci-Fi <strong>and</strong> Comic Con Whitby Sci Fi & Comic Con in association with Outpost 31 & the Geek Asylum brings you a third year of fun, movie memorabilia, attractions, displays, traders, gaming, costumers <strong>and</strong> guests all in aid of Cancer research UK. A great event for all ages with something for everyone. Whitby Pavilion YO21 3EN www.whitbypavilion.co.uk 25 Nov GAYLE MILL CHRISTMAS FAYRE Our Annual Christmas Fayre rounds off the year, come <strong>and</strong> enjoy a glass of mulled wine <strong>and</strong> a mince pie whilst choosing those special Christmas gifts. Our range of wooden <strong>and</strong> craft products tenderly made by our own volunteers will be on sale, together with craft demonstrations by our expert tutors. Order <strong>and</strong> collect your unique Gayle Mill Christmas trees. Lots of festive fund under one roof! Gayle Mill DL8 3RZ www.gaylemill.org.uk Kirkbymoorside Christmas Market Over 30 craft, gift <strong>and</strong> food stalls in the Memorial Hall on the Market Place. Children’s activities, Santa’s grotto, reindeers, face painting, Town Brass B<strong>and</strong>, Christmas Treasure Hunt <strong>and</strong> Fancy Dress. Fabulous prizes, Carols round the tree by the Helmlsey Arts Centre Community Choir <strong>and</strong> Kirkbymoorside Junior B<strong>and</strong>. Christmas Lights Switch on at 4pm. Market Place YO62 6DA www.visitryedale.co.uk 26 Nov Skipton Santa Run A 5km Run, Walk or Jog round Skipton raising funds for local charities, our official ones this year being, Manorl<strong>and</strong>s, <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Air Ambulance & <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Cancer Research along with Rotary Charities. Entrants can also raise funds for their own choice of charity. Don’t forget FREE Santa Suit included with entry! Aireville Park BD23 1UQ www.skiptonsantafunrun.com Plant a tree for wildlife Come along <strong>and</strong> be part of National Tree Week this morning. Plant a special tree on the nature reserve <strong>and</strong> help conserve this ancient woodl<strong>and</strong> for future generations. All trees <strong>and</strong> spades are provided. Please note the tree planting takes place on steep slopes in the wood. Free event Millington Wood Local Nature Reserve YO42 1TZ www2.eastriding.gov.uk www.primarytimes.net/nyorks | OCTOBER HALF TERM Issue <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 15
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