100 Days and Counting to Town Hall's Big Birthday
| Published: 30th March 2008 21:16 |
100 Days and Counting to Town Hall's Big Birthday
Saturday 29th March marks 100 days to go to Stockport Town Hall's 100th birthday.
Launching the official countdown (from left) Norman Hudson, Service
Director for Regeneration and Leisure, Councillor June Somekh, Mayor of
Stockport, Peter Ashworth, Head of Arts, Culture and Visitor Attractions.
The Mayor of Stockport launched the official 100 day countdown in the Town Hall's famous Ballroom.
Officially opened in 1908 by the Prince and Princess of Wales, the building will reach the grand old age of 100 on 7th July.
The full programme of exciting events celebrating the Town Hall's Centenary year is now available from Stockport Town Hall, Stockport Tourist Information Centre, heritage attractions and libraries throughout the borough.
There will be something for everyone during the fortnight of celebratory and commemorative events running from Monday 30 June - Sunday 13 July.
Events programme:
Audio Visual Show 100 Years of Stockport Life (free admission)
1 - 3 July on the hour 11am - 8pm
4, 5 & 7 July on the hour 11am - 4pm
Wurlitzer Organ Concert (free admission)
Monday 30 June 12 noon - 1pm
Bow Tie Social Dance (free admission)
Monday 30 June 7.30pm - 11pm
Guided Town Hall Tours (booking essential on 0845 833 0973)
Tuesday 1 - Thursday 3 July 10.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm 3.30pm, 5.30pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm
Room with a View Exhibition (free admission)
Tuesday 1 - Thursday 3 July 10am - 9pm
Mayor's Charity Centenary Summer Fayre (free admission)
Saturday 5 July 10am - 4pm
Battle of the Bands (11-19 years) & Dance Matters Showcase (8-18 years)
Sunday 6 July
For more information contact Stockport Art Gallery on 0161 474 4453
Edwardian Evening (ticket only, £18 per ticket, call 0161 474 4444 or 0845 833 0973)
Monday 7th July
Party Tea Dance (free admission)
Wednesday 9 July 1.30pm - 4pm
Silent Movie with Wurlitzer accompaniment (free admission)
Thursday 10 July 7.30 - 10pm
Gala Concert (ticket only, £10 per ticket, call 0845 833 0973)
Saturday 12 July 7.30 - 10pm
Finale Event - fabulous free entertainment for everyone around Stockport Town Hall including street entertainment, live music and spectacular firework display
Sunday 13 July 1pm - 10pm
The Mayor, Councillor June Somekh, said: "Join us in celebrating the rich and interesting history of this landmark building. The fortnight of the anniversary offers a varied programme of community events that can involve everyone. I would urge all our residents to pick up a programme, give us a call or visit the website and find the event for you!"
For more information, visit the website www.stockporttownhall.org.uk, call the Box Office on 0845 833 0973 or email townhallcentenary@stockport.gov.uk
Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment on 'ticket only' events.
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