Local markets – take a fresh look

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There are bags of opportunities for local shoppers and aspiring entrepreneurs in Calderdale's markets!

During Love your local market fortnight (Wednesday 15 to Wednesday 29 May 2013), there's a great special offer and exciting events in Council-run markets across the borough.

From 15 May and for a limited time only, spend £5 in any single transaction and receive a free 

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Great Manchester Run for Overgate Hospice

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As a runner we would like you to pledge to raise £50 for the Hospice. You will receive our Hospce Hares running pack including an Overgate running vest.  As limited places are available please register your interest as soon as possible. Sunday 26 May 2013, 09:00am–17:00pm.Regular price £ 39.00

The nation’s favourite 10k running event, the Bupa Great Manchester Run, has seen over a quarter of a million enthusiastic runners pound the streets of Manchester since its first staging in 2003.

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Shibden’s Totally Locally Food & Craft Market

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Free admission to this delicious weekend event. Locally produced food, drink and crafts in the scenic grounds of Shibden Hall. Support your local producers and craftspeople and have a great day out. From cheeses to chutneys, cakes to confectionery, there is something there for everyone.

Free admission. Car park charge 30p per hour - £1 all day.

Shibden Hall & Park, Lister’s Road, Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 6XG…

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Get involved and come along to your local Salvation Army

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Come along to your local Salvation Army...

• Art class: Every Monday 10.00am ---12.00noon and Every Friday 10.00am---- 12.00 noon.
• Gentle exercise class Every Monday, 7.00pm---- 8. 00pm.
• Every Wednesday Community Meal for those on low income (free)
• Every Thursday Lunch Club 12 noon,followed by C.A.M.E.O. Club (come and meet each other)
• Every Friday Charity Shop 10.00am---- 4.00pm. Come and grab a bargain.

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Calderdale Industrial Museum Open Days 2013

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The Calderdale Industrial Museum is set to have a number of Open Days over the next year.

• Saturday 13 April
• Sunday 12 May
• Saturday 8 June
• Sunday 14 July
• Saturday 10 August
• Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September

10am - 4pm

Don't miss these opportunities to visit Calderdale Industrial Museum and witness the rise of the Industrial Revolution in the Calder Valley.

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Halifax Charity Gala - Saturday 8 June

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Tickets are now available for this years charity Gala held at Manor Heath Park.

Acts include the 360 Degree Cycle Stunt Team, The Anchormen Drum Band and Maynard Flip Flap Street Entertainer. Grand procession through Halifax starts 12.30pm at Eureka!

Tickets £1 on ale now at www.halifaxgala.org.uk, or from local outlets including Halifax Visitor Centre, Fred Wade’s Book shop, Cafe Zone and Halifax Courier Office.

National Gardens Scheme Open Day Warley House Gardens

At Warley House Gardens, Stock Lane on Sunday 12 May, 1pm to 5pm. This is the first open day of the year and is in aid of National Gardens Scheme Charities. The gardens are some two and a half acres, including lawned areas, a Japanese type garden and woodland. Refreshments will be available and plant sales. Toilets on site. No dogs allowed other than guide dogs. Admission £3.50, children under 12 free if with adults. More information:  www.warleyhousegardens.com