East Riding Theatre has released its exciting and packed Autumn/Winter brochure to complement Hull U.K City of Culture 2017’s forward programme.
As Hull U.K City of Culture 2017 sets out in its final season to ‘Tell the World’, ERT begins the autumn with the first of a trio of Hull connected plays.
Members of local clubs, Beverley Town Football Club, Hodgsons FC and Molescroft Rangers united as they remembered their former team mate Scott Vickers.
Held at Longcroft School, the teams were joined by Scott’s family members who led the sides onto the pitch.
Carol Stephenson was joined by family and friends at The Potting Shed Bar & Gardens for a double celebration.
Not only was Carol celebrating her birthday she was also marking her retirement on what proved to be a lively evening.
Castleford moved back up to second as they returned to winning ways with victory by four wickets away at Beverley Town. David Wainwright took three wickets for eight runs as the home side were dismissed for 117, Greg Whyley top scoring with 26.
Jamie Roe took 3-25 in the visitors reply but an unbeaten 64 from Connor Hyde was enough to secure victory and keep the Savile Park club in the hunt for an immediate return to the Premier League.
Children and families at Educare Nursery in Beverley held an evening party including a graduation celebration for their pre school children.
The graduation celebration were followed by games, drinks, nibbles and other activities that were enjoyed by all.
The new female raccoon dog puppy at the zoo at Sewerby Hall and Gardens is settling in well with Bandit, the adult raccoon dog.
Staff at the zoo are asking visitors to choose a name for the new arrival, in a competition which closes on Monday, 21 August.
Councillor Denis Healy has launched a consultation with people living on the site of the former Westwood Hospital.
The consultation has come about after some local residents contacted him calling for a Controlled Parking Zone to stop members of the public from parking outside their houses and restricting access for residents.
Humber Street Gallery is looking for young people aged between 16 and 25 to take part in interactive sessions designed to give a greater insight and appreciation of the exhibitions on display.
through structured discussion and activities designed to allow participants to express their thoughts and feelings about each exhibition in a creative way.
With unprecedented visitor numbers anticipated, Hull is getting ready for the arrival of the prestigious contemporary art award, Turner Prize 2017.
As work gets underway to host the exhibition the Ferens Art Gallery will temporarily close for a week, between Tuesday 5 – Monday 11 September 2017.
Kevin O’Hare is coming to Hull on Wednesday 16 August to share his incredible 40-year journey from dancer to Director of the Royal Ballet as the Company prepares to take to the stage at the soon-to-reopen Hull New Theatre.
Five years into his all-consuming role as director, responsible for driving the artistic direction of the Company, Kevin is pushing the Company forward while keeping ballet, as an art form, alive in the 21st century. In conversation with journalist Sarah Crompton, Kevin will explore the process from inspiration to outstanding creativity and artistic excellence, developing talent and his vision for widening the Company’s performing platform.
Tesco in Beverley has given local community groups a massive cash boost via the Tesco Bags of Help initiative.
Molescroft Primary School and East Riding Voluntary Action Services (ERVAS) are the latest groups to bag funding, earning grants of £5,000 and £2,000 respectively, which have been funded from the 5p carrier bag charge.
Most Stylish is the order of the day for the up coming Ladies Day at Beverley Racecourse with fantastic prizes up for grabs for both ladies and gents.
Beverley Racecourse, who signed a three year partnership deal with Flemingate have mad changes to the event as they look to enhance the experience for racegoers.
The blue and golds hit the road this Saturday when they take on Queensbury in West Yorkshire.
Queensbury, along with Bentley are fellow challengers to Beverley for fourth spot in the league and the chance to go on to the end of season Grand Final.
The Potting Shed in Beverley will be celebrating its first birthday this weekend with a day of live music, pop-up bars, party food and some garden-themed surprises.
Taking place this Sunday, August 13 from midday, the bar and gardens on Flemingate is planning to mark its big day in spectacular style with fire performers, stilt walkers and a special version of its popular Shed Stock sessions featuring a line-up of artists and bands.
‘Active Coast’ is a full programme of events and activities throughout the school holidays to celebrate sport and culture and allow people to explore, join in, and enjoy the East Riding’s stunning coastline.
Launched two weeks ago, the programme so far has been a huge success, with thousands of people taking advantage of the wide range of activities.
Classically Yours – one of the key events in the East Riding’s celebration of Hull UK City of Culture 2017 – continues this autumn with more events across the area.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council and Orchestras Live have joined forces to bring orchestral music to venues across the East Riding. Thanks to a grant from Arts Council England, and investment from the council – which is a Principal Partner in Hull 2017 – and Orchestras Live, Classically Yours will see some of the UK’s top orchestras, including Manchester Camerata, Sinfonia Viva and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, coming to the area.
Former X Factor star Chico is to lead a dance and fitness class as part of a fund-raising Zumbathon in support of people affected by dementia in the East Riding.
Chico, who rose to fame after reaching the quarter-finals of the 2005 series of talent show The X Factor, will lead an hour-long Block Fit session as part of the Zumbathon at East Riding Leisure Beverley on Saturday 12 August.
HU17.net Magazine Issue 359 is out and available from Molescroft News, Woodhall Way.
This weeks issue features a selection of stories and photos from Chris and Lucy Munns wedding reception at the Kings Head Hotel.