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Let Focus4Hope collect and recycle your tree! – book by January 8th
There is nothing quite like the look and scent of a real tree at Christmas, but when Christmas is over, they can be a hassle to dispose of.
Why not let Focus4Hope collect and recycle your tree this January!
For a small donation, we will pick up your tree from outside your home and recycle it for you, it takes the stress and hassle away from you and is good for the environment too!
Our amazing volunteers will be collecting Christmas Trees from Thursday 12th January to Saturday 14th January 2023.
Collection postcodes: HD6, HX1, HX2, HX3, HX4 and HX5.
Registration closes 10pm on Sunday 8th January 2023
For a one off donation Focus4Hope will collect the Christmas tree and recycle it in a sustainable manner at Ogden Water Nature Reserve. The service is run by volunteers with individuals and companies giving up their time and vans.
Could you become a Tree recycling volunteer? Please get in touch with us!
Merry Christmas from the Friday Flyer Team!
To all of you from all of us,
we would like to wish you a merry Christmas!
We shall meet again in January 2023!
Calderdale Lower Valley Friday Flyer 16 December 2022 – OUT NOW!!
Click here to view this week’s Friday Flyer
This week:
- Take a look at our Christmas Events section!
- Office furniture and supplies giveaway to charitable and community organisations
- Winter Wise 2022/2023 booklet to every Calderdale Household
- Easy Street Darker nights Burglary prevention Police campaign
Have a great weekend!
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You can also contact us on 01422 252 029
Christmas Holiday wishes from the Friday Flyer!
The Lower Valley blog and Friday Flyer team would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We will take a break over the Christmas period from the 16th of December to the 3rd of January.
We are looking forward to sharing your updates as well as ours, so look out for developments in the New Year!
We’d lilke to thank you for your ongoing support and for sharing your news and updates with us. We couldn’t do what we do without you!
Until we speak again, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Alone this Christmas?
If you are going to spend Christmas by yourself and do not look forward to it, take a look this free or low cost activities list put together by the Staying Well Team.
Free or Low Cost activities for Christmas and New Year 2022
We hope your Christmas is magical and that it brings some comfort to your life. At any rate, don’t forget, it’s only one day.
Make the most of it, your way.
Office furniture and supplies giveaway to charitable and community organisations
Surplus to Purpose, a Leeds based charity would like to share with third sector organisations that they have office furniture and stationary supplies available to you, free of charge or a donation if you are able.
Everything offered on a first come, first served basis. You can view the stock or arrange a collection by appointment only.
For more details, contact Surplus 2 Purpose directly:
Surplus 2 Purpose:
w : https://surplus2purpose.com/
f : https://www.facebook.com/Surplus2Purpose/
Overgate Hospice Annual Carol Concert December 17th
Join OVERGATE HOSPICE CHOIR conducted by Dr GORDON STEWART
At the Minster Organ: ALAN HORSEY
HAMMONDS BAND Musical Director: MORGAN GRIFFITHS
A wonderful evening of thrilling traditional music for all to sing, enhanced by exciting works from our famous GUEST BAND, HAMMONDS as well as special Carols by the Choir – a number of which involve audience participation too. Something for all the family. Early booking and arrival is advised for this perennially popular concert – one of the real highlights of the Calderdale Christmas Calendar.
Put the date in YOUR diary now – Saturday 17th December 2022.
We extend our thanks to the Bearder Charity for their generous support of our Annual Carol Concert in 2022.
- Venue: Halifax Minster
- Date: December 17, 2022 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Tickets: £12 pp
For a ticket please contact:
Choir secretary 01422 373 252
Online: www.wegottickets.com
From the Hospice: 30 Hullen Edge Road, Elland, HX5 0QY
Purchase on the night: 01422 387121
Winter Wise 2022/2023 booklet to every Calderdale Household
If you live in Calderdale, look out for your Winter Wise booklet coming through your door, jam packed with useful advice and contact details that will support you through the colder months.Our guide covers how to stay well, travel safely, protect your home and prepare for flooding. We’ve also included the support available to help with the cost of living increases.
A digital version of the booklet can be found here.
Christmas under one roof at Halifax Borough Market
Take the stress out of Christmas shopping this year and get everything you need for the perfect Christmas in Halifax Borough Market! Our experienced, friendly stall holders offer personal advice on how to prepare and cook your festive lunch or help you find that perfect gift, just ask.Discover everything you’d want for a magical Christmas, from fresh turkeys, pigs in blankets, fresh vegetables for your Christmas table, to festive tipples, gifts, wrapping, cards, sweet treats and much more. There is something for everyone, even the furry members of the family; giving you high quality products at great value for money.If you need to take a break from your shopping, visit our beautiful, festive Albany Arcade – our many cafes offer a great choice of food and drink. Or take part in our reindeer trail (available from the stage in the Albany Arcade) for a chance to win a £25 toy voucher, or visit our singing post box.We’ll be chatting with our traders throughout December about what’s on offer in our fab market. Keep an eye on the Council’s socials to follow along!
VSI Alliance Update 16 December 2022
VSI Alliance News & Events
Newsflash from the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Alliance team
Read the latest updates from the VSI alliance. You will find information on available funding, local events, consultations, job opportunities and volunteering options. The newsletter also highlights current campaigns and local organisations.
About VSI Alliance:
All staff at the VSI Alliance are available remotely to support you and your organisation at this time with various aspects of your work, along with providing key information and resources. For support/advice, please contact info@vsialliance.org.uk, or visit www.vsialliance.org.uk for more contact details.
Christmas Films showings at Square Chapel Centre of the Arts
Throughout the festive season, Square Chapel centre of the Arts will be showing classic Christmas favourites, from The Muppet Christmas Carol to It’s a Wonderful life.
See what’s on at the Square Chapel
Get into the spirit of Christmas in your local independent venue.
Square Chapel centre for the Arts is fully accessible. Don’t forget to stop by the theatre’s cafe for some refreshments!
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