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Knit n Natter: Drop in, no need to book. Friendly group. Every Monday afternoon (except Bank Holidays), 2pm – 4pm, at Grassington Hub. Tel 01756 752222. Free.
Lego Club: We now also have Duplo for younger children. After school every Tuesday during term times, 3.30pm – 5pm at Grassington Hub. Free of charge. All children welcome.
Chess Club: Do you want to learn chess or do you need someone to play against? Join us at our free drop in. Every Thursday, 10.30am – 12.30pm at Grassington Hub. For more information contact Wally on 07443 590 124. Free.
Grassington Family History Group: A friendly group with volunteers who will help you on your family history journey. Every Thursday, 1.30pm – 3.30pm at Grassington Hub. Tel: 01756 752222. Free. You will need a laptop to help you do online searches. We do have some laptops available to borrow at the Family History Group, and can provide free memory sticks. Give us a call in advance if you'd like to borrow a laptop and we'll make sure it's ready for you.
GDI Presents: Macbeth with David Tennant and Cush Jumbo: David Tennant (Dr Who and Broadchurch) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife and Criminal Record) lead a stellar cast in Shakespeare's psychological drama, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London in January 2024. Sunday, February 9, 3pm. The Octagon, Grassington. Tickets £16, available from the Hub.
The Friday Hub wellbeing café: Join us for a cuppa or a few! Friendly and fun, with arts activities, light exercise, information, and support. Friday, January 31, 1pm - 4pm, Church House, Grassington. Exercise session starts at 1.30pm for 30 minutes. Free.
Grassington Hub Community Cinema presents: Hampstead. The hilarious and heart-warming story of an American widow (Diane Keaton) who finds unexpected love with a man (Brendan Gleeson) living off-grid on Hampstead Heath when they take on the land developers who want to destroy his home. Tickets £5, available in advance from The Hub, online at ticketsource.co.uk, or on the door. Saturday, February 8, The Octagon, Grassington.
Manorlands Hospice Support group
The quiz and supper evening at the Black Horse, Grassington, raised £1,400 for Manorlands. Special thanks to Aggi and the staff, people who gave raffle prizes, and everyone who came and enjoyed a lovely evening in support of our local hospice.
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