At a loose end? Here's three things you can do in West Yorkhire today

The weekend is just around the corner, and if you're at a loose end today, we've got some ideas for some Thursday thrills.

Budding writers can show off their literary skills, and Simon and Garfunkel fans are in for a treat.

Plus if you've got some free time today, you could do something that could save lives!

Here's three events happening in West Yorkshire today:

1. Poetry and prose at Dewsbury Library - Budding writers can share their own work and get inspired by others at a free Live Mic Night at Dewsbury Library this evening. Hoping to have the same success as similar events at Huddersfield Library, the open mic night hopes to offer a platform for writing talent across north Kirklees. The night begins at 6.30pm - bring a poem and story to share or just take a seat and listen.
   
    
2. Sing-along to Simon and Garfunkel - Direct from the glitz and glamour of London's West End, The Simon and Garfunkel Story will take to the stage at St George's Hall, Bradford tonight. Featuring hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia and Bridge Over Troubled Water, the show uses a live band, talented cast and original photos and film footage to tell the story of one of the most successful musical duos of all time. The show starts at 7.30pm - tickets cost £17.50-£19.50. Click here to book.
   

3. Save a life: give blood - That's right, you can do something to save lives today - give blood. A donor session is being held today in the church hall at Moldgreen United Reformed Church in Old Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, 2.15pm-7.30pm. There's walk-in appointment available - to secure your spot, click here or call 0300 123 2323.  
   
         
               

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