Big Green Weekend
PDF of the very latest version of the programme
Friday, 28th, 3pm
THIS YEAR WE ARE OFFERING a fusion of street theatre, music, debate, film, art, technology and education which guarantees that those who come will leave with a new idea that will change their world for the better.
Make sure that May 29th, 30th and 31st are firmly marked in your minds, mobiles and anywhere else — you don’t want to miss it!
Also this year we will see the launch of Hebden Bridge as a Transition Town on May 29th and 30th where a large area of town will be transformed into a Transition Zone which will be a living example of what needs to be done to make Hebden Bridge a sustainable town.
Recently added to the programme of events are a Flamenco demonstration, an Enabling Theatre Workshop and the documentary “Dirty Oil” which will be showing at Hebden Bridge Picture House on Monday May 31st.
Joanne Johnson, Project Coordinator said “We are very excited for this years Big Green Weekend and looking forward to seeing everything come together. Should anyone want to volunteer to be a model at our Fairtrade/Remade Fashion Show or help with chaperoning the Street Theatre then please do get in touch by emailing Joanne “.
The opening ceremony is Saturday May 29th at 10:30am with events each day May 29 - May 31st. There are also a few stalls remaining at the Green Market, if you would like to have a stall please contact John Walker at Calderdale Council.
Programme
Saturday 29th May
10:30am Opening Ceremony Grand opening with music by Hebden Bridge Junior Brass Band
11 - 2pm: Face Painting in St. Georges Square
1pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave by the Packhorse Bridge
2pm: Rhythmbridge Drum Circle at Central Street School
3pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave "The Great Mandavi" by the Packhorse Bridge
11 - 4pm: Green Art Exhibition at Linden Mill
All day: Green Market in St. Pol car park
All day: Transition Zone by Transition Town events and exhibitions in Holme Street and Riverside School
All day: Events and exhibitions by Alternative Technology Centre at Hebble End
All day: Art exhibition "Portraits and Politics" by Francis Charlton at Arts Festival Shop
All day: Affordable Art Exhibition by Todmorden Visual Arts Department at Earth Spirit (TBC)
All day: Beer festivals at Fox and Goose and the Hole In t’Wall pubs featuring locally produced and organic beers
Throughout the day: Street theatre by Thingumajig Theatre
Sunday 30th May
10:30am: Ecumenical Service by Hebden Bridge Methodist, St. James and Hope Baptist Churches to be held at Hope Baptist Church celebrating the environment
11 - 2pm: Face Painting in St. Georges Square
11 - 4pm: Green Art Exhibition at Linden Mill
1pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave by the Packhorse Bridge
3pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave "The Great Mandavi" by the Packhorse Bridge
All day: Green Market in St. Pol car park
All day: Transition Zone by Transition Town events and exhibitions in Holme Street and Riverside School
All day: Events and exhibitions by Alternative Technology Centre at Hebble End
All day: Art exhibition "Portraits and Politics" by Francis Charlton at Arts Festival Shop
All day: Art exhibition by Todmorden Visual Arts Department at Earth Spirit (TBC)
All day: Beer festivals at Fox and Goose and the Hole In t’Wall pubs featuring locally produced and organic beers
6:30pm: Celtic Worship at Hope Baptist Church - service focusing on the environment
PM (Time TBC): Transition Town and Big Green Weekend party in Holme Street
Monday 31st May
11 - 2pm: Face Painting in St. Georges Square
11 - 4pm: Green Art Exhibition at Linden Mill
1pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave by the Packhorse Bridge
2pm: Fair Trade fashion show at Hope Baptist Church
3pm: Street Entertainment by Fireman Dave "The Great Mandavi" by the Packhorse Bridge
All day: Green Market in St. Pol car park
All day: Transition Zone by Transition Town events and exhibitions in Holme Street and Riverside School
All day: Art exhibition "Portraits and Politics" by Francis Charlton at Arts Festival Shop
All day: Art exhibition by Todmorden Visual Arts Department at Earth Spirit (TBC)
All day: Beer festivals at Fox and Goose and the Hole In t’Wall pubs featuring local produced and organic beers
4pm: Clothes Swap Party at the Hole In t’Wall pub
7:45pm: "Dirty Oil" at Picture House
See also
HebWeb News - the Launch of Hebden Bridge Transition Town
Hebden Bridge Transition Town website
Big Green Weekend website