Events

Storytelling: Benji and his Bellowing Burp

Join local author Salma Zaman for a fun, interactive story reading of her latest book, Benji and his Bellowing Burps. 

 

The session will include colouring activities inspired by the book’s characters. You will also have the chance to ask the author questions about the book and her writing and to get your book signed. 

 

The book is suitable for a reading age of around seven, but all ages are welcome to attend the storytelling session.  

 

All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. 

 

Friday 8 May 

12.30pm-1.30pm 

Birkby & Fartown Library, Lea Street, Hillhouse, HD1 6HF 

Free (drop in session, just turn up)

Age guidance: all ages 

Access guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/kirklees-council/access-guides/birkby-and-fartown-library   

Meet Elmer at Waterstones

Bring your little ones to meet Elmer the Patchwork Elephant – star of one of the most iconic and widely read children’s book series of all time.  

 

Free event – no need to book, just turn up! 

 

All about Elmer 

Written and illustrated by celebrated children’s author and artist David McKee, the Elmer books have sold over 10 million copies and been translated into more than 50 languages since first published by Anderson Press in 1989. Elmer Day is celebrated annually (this year on Saturday 23 May). 

 

Sunday 10 May 

1pm-1.35pm 

Waterstones, 12/13 Kingsgate Centre, King Street, Huddersfield HD1 2QB 

Free 

Age guidance: all ages 

Access Guide: contact the store on 01484 430701

The Gruffalo

Tall Stories’ much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand – celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary. 

 

Please note, this is a Lawrence Batley Theatre event and all ticket sales and enquiries should go via their box office. 

 

The Gruffalo (C) Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 1999 – Macmillan Children’s Books

 

Tuesday 5 May – Thursday 7 May 

Various times 

Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street HD1 2SP 

£14-16 

Age guidance: 3+ 

Access Guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/huddersfield-literature-festival/access-guides/lawrence-batley-theatre  

 

Book tickets

Please note: This event is being run by the Lawrence Batley Theatre, for all ticketing and event enquiries please contact the Lawrence Batley Theatre Box Office: 01484 430528; [email protected]