Celebrating the 60th twinning anniversary between York and Münster

Munster

Munster

York

York

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the twinning between York and Münster, Germany.

Since 1957 there have been hundreds of exchange visits between the two cities, including civic party visits, school exchanges, choirs, rotary clubs, sports teams and artists. The Lord Mayor’s recent visit to Münster and a new community memory project marks the start of the celebrations.

The Foreign Office approached City of York Council in 1957 to propose the twinning with Münster as part of a process to help re-build relationships between the two countries after World War II.

The 50th anniversary of the twinning was celebrated in 2007 when the Oberbürgermeister (similar to a Lord Mayor position in the UK) and the then Lord Mayor signed a symbolic agreement to recognise the twinning and to commit to the relationship in future.

The current Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress visited Münster in December 2016 where they met their civic counterparts and visited the Christmas markets, to see how they approach and deliver the festive experiences. (more…)

There’s a course for all in the new Learning 4 Everyone brochure

autumn-2016-social-media-profile-1_500x500Do you want to get to grips with Windows 10, improve your creative writing, or even learn Tai Chi in 2017? Then look out for the new Learning 4 Everyone programme this month.

The brochure is being distributed throughout December to nearly 100,000 households and includes over 300 courses, with several new and expanded areas, including a beauty section and an expanded business offer. These new courses are on offer alongside more established courses including creative craft courses and modern foreign languages.

New courses on offer in 2017 include Metafit, a 30 minute high intensity workout session designed to help people who are short of time to get fit and active. Pure stretch, a combination of yoga and pilates is also on offer for people looking to get fit in the new year.

Discover Romeo and Juliet is a new course on offer for people looking to jump into the world of drama. The practical mindfulness is a three course series exploring happiness, health and being organised.

Cllr Nigel Ayre, Executive Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism, said: “The adult learning programme gives residents the opportunity to learn a great range of new skills and gain qualifications with the help of our fantastic tutors.  We’ve taken residents feedback on board and there’s now even more one day and weekend courses available. With over 300 courses including many new and expanded sections and numerous free taster sessions, I’m sure there will be something for everyone.”

For more information about the programme see the brochure being delivered to all homes, pick one up from libraries, or visit www.yortime.org.uk.

Bookings can be made online, by calling 01904 552806 or by visiting West Offices, Station Rise on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 10am and 4pm.

The week that was in pictures 17th Dec 2016

Good work by the Council in clearing leaves fin the Burgess walk and Doherty Walk areas. Still waiting for action in Greenwood Grove

Good work by the Council in clearing leaves fin the Burgess Walk and Doherty Walk areas. Still waiting for action in Greenwood Grove

Locla Coucnillorsd Sheena Jackson and Andrew Waller have  reported problems with potholes on Herman Walk and Huntsman's Walk, worn carriageway surfaces in Vincent Way plus fly-tipping in Greenwood Grove and in Woodford Place

Local Councillors Sheena Jackson and Andrew Waller have reported problems with potholes on Herman Walk and Huntsman’s Walk, worn carriageway surfaces in Vincent Way plus fly-tipping in Greenwood Grove and in Woodford Place

The Council have told local residents that the planned site for additional car parking spaces on Spurr Court/Bellhouse Way is unsuitable. A junction box restricts access to the site. Instead the Council are looking to provide more spaces in the Oldman Court area

The Council have told local residents that the planned site for additional car parking spaces on Spurr Court/Bellhouse Way is unsuitable. A junction box restricts access to the site. Instead the Council are looking to provide more spaces in the Oldman Court area

Although we are experiencing mild weather there is likely to be an icy spell sooner or later. Residents are asked to check that salt bins are full (and not filled with litter!)

Although we are experiencing mild weather there is likely to be an icy spell sooner or later. Residents are asked to check that salt bins are full (and not filled with litter!)

Dringhouses Councillor Stephen Fenton  was one of those attending a sell out 1868 concert re-enactment at Dringhouses Library

Dringhouses Councillor Stephen Fenton (right) was one of those attending a sell out 1868 concert re-enactment at Dringhouses Library

....and the week ended with the last Acomb Street market for this year. The next is scheduled for 28th January 2017

….and the week ended with the last Acomb Street market for this year. The next is scheduled for 28th January 2017

What’s on in York: A Victorian Christmas Concert at Dringhouses Library SOLD OUT

Dringhouses Library :

Fri 16 Dec :

7.00pm – 8.30pm :

£6 (£5 with a Yorkcard)

Dec 16_Winter LibraryThis historical-music recreation will recreate a concert given on 16 December 1868 in what was then Dringhouses School and Reading Room. With Victorian music, carols, and readings, experience the library as it was 148 years ago, and bring in the festive season with Christmas spirit!

Music historian Jane Troughton and friends will be providing the music, research done by volunteer Andrew Jenner.

Mince pie and cup of tea included in the ticket cost.

In person: call in at Dringhouses Library
By phone: (01904) 552674
Email: dringhouses@exploreyork.org.uk