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All Our Stories – Film Premier of “Parkinson’s Park – A New Chapter”

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David Myers, filming on location in 2012

David Myers, filming on location in 2012

Between the start of the Park’s regeneration in November 2011, and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in June 2012,  David Myers, local filmmaker and ex Crompton Parkinson employee, filmed the revival of the Park and its place in the social life of the area.  This was the sequel, to his tear jerker production which showed the demise of the factory in 2005.

In driving rain, or dazzling shine,  brass-monkey cold or the occasional spot of golden light, wind and noisy airplanes,  David was out shooting frames of the changes that were being made.  The result is an hour length film,  recording many local people, helpers and events in the Park.    It features the felling of the great sycamore, and a dawn chorus in May; the careful craftwork of the Peter the hedge layer, and the splendid sword of the Queen’s representative;  together with Continue reading →

Invitation to the Annual General Meeting, 23rd April 2013

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We warmly invite Friends of Parkinson’s Park to the FOPP AGM on 23rd April 2013,  in the Fellowship Room of the Methodist Church, Oxford Road, Guiseley.  7 – 9pm.

7 – 7.45pm – Reports on 2012/2013; election of Management Committee officers for 2013/2014; discussion on whether a subscription is required for the coming year; and suggestions and discussion of the work plan for 2013/2014.  This is for all Friends of Parkinson’s Park.
7.45 – 8pm – Tea
8 – 9pm – David Myers will be showing his excellent film “Parkinson’s Park, A New Chapter”, about the first year of Parkinson’s Park’s regeneration; which features a variety of people, tasks and events.  This is open to anyone who would like to attend. Continue reading →