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From Ballet to panto, a must for photography fans and a big show planned for 2019 too.

Will from Everyman Harrogate checks out this week's big new release.

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery in Otley provides high quality care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. They offer you the peace of mind that your child will learn, play and thrive in a stimulating, homely and safe environment. Nick Hancock from Stray FM has been finding out more (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2725873/quality-childcare-for-wharfedale/) .

Halloween at Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate offers something a little bit special for both students and staff, as Stray FM's Beth Parsons has been finding out (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2725872/ghost-nights-at-queen-ethelburgas/) .

From comedy to Pokemon, there's a real mix of events this week.

Disney's "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms" has a star-studded cast and Will from Everyman Harrogate is here to take a brief look.

Life is busy and juggling business life with family life can sometimes create friction. Newtons Solicitors (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2720213/juggling-business-and-life/)  are here to help.

In today's world, you can fill every room in your house with gadgets, including the bathroom. Stray FM's Beth Parsons has been chatting (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2720098/the-ultimate-bathroom-gadget/)  to Jane from Bathroom Design Studio in Harrogate about shower toilets and why, in the long run, they may just save you a few pounds.

The long wait is over and the Queen/Freddie Mercury biopic has arrived; Will from Everyman Cinema Harrogate takes a brief look at "Bohemian Rhapsody."

Get the latest from Harrogate Theatre, Convention Centre and the Royal Hall including panto and magical sea creatures!

Beth Parsons visted Howcroft's Funeral Services in Skipton to find out more

Stray FM's Nick Hancock has been along to Rossett Adult Learning in Harrogate to learn more about their French film club and why it's proving increasingly popular.

Will from Everyman cinema has some Halloween treats lined up in the form of two film recommendations.

It’s the last week of Harrogate Comedy Fest at the theatre and the True North Festival comes to the Convention Centre (music, dance and art) this weekend. (https://www.strayfm.com/the-box-office.php)

What is a fair split of money after a divorce? And is your other half telling you the whole truth about their finances? No 1 Solicitors discuss financial agreements and how to make sure you get a fair cut. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2714328/whats-a-fair-money-split-after-divorce/)

Happy Birthday to Beadnall Copley… 27 years old this year! With offices in Harrogate, Wetherby and Ripon, Daryll from the team comes in to talk about selling family homes in this area. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2712883/27-years-of-success-for-local-estate-agent/)

Will from Everyman Cinema in Harrogate takes a brief look at the new Ryan Gosling blockbuster "First Man."

Looking ahead to what's coming up as part of the Harrogate comedy festival and sea creatures for the half term holiday too. Check out the Stray FM Lifestyle page (https://www.strayfm.com/the-box-office.php)

O’Connor Chiropractic has advice for parents on taking care of their backs during back care awareness week, plus hear from local patient Stewart. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2708485/could-you-be-avoiding-your-back-pain/)

Harrogate Town take on Dover Athletic at the CNG Stadium this Saturday and with more and more local families attending the games, we're hearing from parents and kids who love nothing more than match day in Harrogate! (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2707844/harrogate-town-matches-become-family-favourite/)

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How can technology boost the education system in the future? Take a peek inside one of the classrooms of Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate where interactive smart boards are changing lessons for both teachers and students. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2701422/can-more-screen-time-in-schools-be-positive/)

This month, the Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park will be running four courses - gardening, calligraphy, ceramics and felting. Including a tour of the gardens and lunch… what a lovely way to spend an Autumnal day. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2700448/award-winning-ripon-attraction-launches-range-of-courses/)

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If you had your license taken off you, how would you cope? Do you rely on driving for your job? How would you get the family around? No 1 Solicitors are talking about speeding penalties and what to do if you risk having your license taken off you. (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2700386/help-at-hand-for-those-at-risk-of-a-driving-disqualification/)

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Bright Sparks, an initiative run by local company CNG, is teaching the next generation all about clean energy. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2695194/local-9-year-olds-invent-renewable-energy-sources/

Safaris and Shakespeare - Box Office with Harrogate Theatre and Harrogate Convention Centre

Family mediation is one way to help separation disputes, and Sarah Smith from Berwins Solicitors tells one story of a young girl whose drawing during one mediation session helped shed light on family arrangements she was struggling with. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2693279/childs-drawing-helps-resolve-divorcing-couple-disputes/

The UK divorce laws may be changing and Newtons Solicitors have been chatting to Stray FM's Pete Egerton about what it may involve (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2689618/divorce-doesnt-have-to-be-a-blame-game/)

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At peak of the clubs career, Harrogate Town Football Club is dedicating itself to making the community a better place. In schools, at the games, and with local partners they're making changes to help physical health, mental health and education… including at the Harrogate Park Run, supporting prostate cancer charities and with a classroom of kids. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2689080/lo...

Have you got a bucket list? I hazard a guess that there will be some sort of exotic holiday or trip on there? The Wildlife and Safari Travel Show is arriving at the Harrogate Convention Centre 29-30th September and is the perfect place to get some ideas for you or your families trip of a lifetime… https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2688573/harrogate-show-encourages-you-to-book-your-bucket-lis...

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The new O'Connor Chiropractic clinic is now open on Station Parade in Harrogate and it now features pilates classes, advanced x-ray machines and a kids play corner! https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2683333/new-premises-for-family-chiropractic-clinic/

Starting a new school can be daunting, but students at Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate can benefit a whole range of settling in activities. Plus Mr Horton, year 6 teacher, has some tips for parents of students starting a new school. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2683188/how-one-north-yorkshire-school-helps-new-students-settle/

Two brand new courses start next week at Rossett Adult Learning - post-natal yoga with parents and babies (great for creating a good sleep routine for babies!) and beginners ballet for adults (and the teacher says there's no such thing as not being able to dance!) https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2683144/baby-yoga-classes-in-harrogate/ https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2683149/so-you-thi...

A special report into 'a day in the life of rural copper' on how North Yorkshire Police are tackling rural crime in areas such as Craven. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2676178/behind-the-scenes-policing-rural-north-yorkshire/

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It might be hard to talk about sometimes, but funerals are a celebration of life, and White Rose Funerals based in Ilkley are on the show talking about the importance of saying goodbye to family members. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2676287/ilkley-funeral-services-a-celebration-of-life/

Many 4 and 5 year olds will be starting school for the very first time this week - and the Yorkshire Nanny Company has some brilliant advice for parents who want to make sure their little ones have the best start. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2675098/3-tips-for-parents-of-new-school-starters/

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Get some top legal tips for moving home thanks to Rachel Brooks from Newtons Solicitors. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2669779/top-5-legal-tips-if-youre-moving-house/

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Could buying a house to let result in a better income than having a savings account? Daniel Johnson from Belvoir Lettings has advice for people in the Skipton area. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2668793/could-buying-to-let-in-skipton-get-more-from-your-savings/

It's been a transitional period with exam grades changing from letters to numbers. How has this affected pupils and teaching staff at Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate? Stray FM's Family Show (https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2665388/is-the-new-exam-grading-system-better-or-worse/)