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Sixth Form students from Rossett School in Harrogate have been making friends with the older generation, thanks to an initiative that sees them visiting some of the town’s care homes.

One group spends time at Heath Lodge, on Pannal Ash Road, twice a week to read poetry and short stories, while Food Technology students have enjoyed discussing what kind of food residents ate when they were younger and learning more about their diets in days gone by.

As a result, they’ve put together a selection of recipes which they plan to publish and will also recreate to share with those who inspired them.

“We think it’s very important for our students to be part of the local community and it’s lovely that they genuinely enjoy spending time with the people they’ve met through this initiative,” said Mrs Pat Hunter, Rossett School’s headteacher.

“The experience is a valuable part of their further education studies and also a great way of promoting understanding and friendship between the generations.”

Harrogate Fireworks Display

Christmas Adventure Firework Displays 4 November 2011

Come to our magnificent Public Firework Display in Yorkshire, here at The Christmas Adventure, Stockeld Park, Wetherby, close to ‘Leeds’, ‘Harrogate’, and ‘York’ in ‘Yorkshire’.

Public Firework Display, Friday 4 November 2011, 6.15pm arrival time for 6.45pm prompt start.

Come to our magnificent Public Firework Display in Yorkshire, here at The Christmas Adventure, Stockeld Park, Wetherby, close to ‘Leeds’, ‘Harrogate’, and ‘York’ in ‘Yorkshire’.

Set in the beautiful parkland setting of Stockeld Park, the firework display will be set to music and uplifting. This will be a great event for all ages and we hope you will join us.

The cost of tickets for the Fireworks Display is £6.50 for adults and £5 for children under 12.

But it is not just the firework display that will be fantatic, you will also be able to try out our enlarged ‘Ice skating rink’, walk around our truly beautiful ‘Enchanted Forest’, or maybe have a go on our ‘cross country skiing trail’.

Why not try to lose yourself in our wonderful illuminated snowflake ‘maze’?

There is so much to do, all of it exhilerating, and all of it just so beautiful.

Pay per activity.

2011 Charity Bonfire Information – Saturday 5th Nov

Harrogate Round Table are back again for their 40th successive year as organisers of the 2011 Charity Bonfire.

Being one of the few remaining bonfire events where an entry fee is not charged, Harrogate Round Table are reliant on the generosity of the public on the evening to donate as much as they can afford to this years supported charity which is Yorkshire Cancer Research.

This years’ community service chairman Paul Horner said:

“Wh around 11,000 people expected, this is by far the biggest single public gathering of the year in Harrogate. No Round Table volunteers get paid for any of the hard work that goes into planning this event, so the public can be assured that all the money they donate is going to a very worthy cause. Without those donations, this event would sadly disappear.

Celebrating our 40th anniversary of organising this event, we always try to ensure a great warm family feel where everyone can watch the display in safety. You sense a real community spirit and it’s great to see so many families enjoying the event”

This year the event timings are:

• Saturday 5th November
• 6.00pm – Stray FM buildup
• 6.30pm – Bonfire lit
• 7.15pm – Fireworks

Directions & Parking.
The bonfire is held on the grassy area known as the Stray directly to the south of the Empress pub which is HG1 4SP. The area can be viewed by typing the postcode into Google maps. There is limited parking in the immediate vicinity and this year we also have major road works on Oatlands Drive and York Place so the area is likely to be highly congested.

If you want to avoid being sat in lengthy queues, we strongly recommend leaving your vehicle in the town center (free parking after 6pm) and walking from there which is only around 15 mins, or take public transport where possible. Why not make an evening of it by having a bite to eat in one of the many local award winning restaurants?

PARKING ON THE GRASS AREAS OF THE STRAY IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Firework Safety from Harrogate Police

Dance classes in Harrogate can be found with our newest member of Harrogate Online. Danceworx Dance Studio based in Knaresborough.

The school offers classes in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Street dance, Musical theatre and Dance Teacher Training courses. September 2011 saw the launch of the Melody Bear movement for pre-schooler, parent & toddlers.

All Danceworx teachers are qualified and emphasis is placed on fun, creativity and confidence building. Students have the opportunity if they wish to participate in the IDTA exams system, perform in shows and local community events.

Dance classes Harrogate and Knaresborough by Danceworx provides for all ages and dance types.

To find out more about dance classes in Harrogate visit Harrogate Online or visit Danceworx’s website.

Don’t forget to come along to Junk Sculpture Harrogate at Crescent Gardens, 12th June 10am-7pm

Don’t forget to come along to Junk Sculpture Harrogate at Crescent Gardens, 12th June 10am-7pm

Don’t forget to come along to Junk Sculpture Harrogate at Crescent Gardens, 12th June 10am-7pm

The Wacky Warehouse at the Squinting Cat is holding a childrens Halloween Fancy Dress party with prizes for the best halloween costumes and ghooly games and gifts.

There are two parties one on Fridat 30th October and one on Saturday 31st October both between 6pm -8pm.

Tickets cost just £3. We recommend you purchase your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.

Give the wacky warehouse a call on 01423 565650 or visit their page on www.harrogatekidsonline.com

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The new playground in the Valley Gardens Harrogate has had around £180, 000 spent on it updating and improving the facilities.

Whilist kids have had the chance to play on some of the new rides already the official opening is on Wednesday 5th August 09. With other activities going on the valley gardens as well.

Below are a few photos taken a couple of weeks ago of the new park and playground at The Valley gardens Harrogate.

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