Renga Poetry Workshop
Saturday 25 September 10.00am – 5.00pm
A day of Renga led by poet Linda France at the Bandstand in the Abbey Grounds, Hexham. Open to all.
Tickets: £12.00
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book online
National Poetry Day Workshop: Border Song
Thursday 7 October 10.00am – 4.00pm
At the Heritage Centre at Bellingham with Linda France
A writing workshop that picks up on the themes of the current collaborative exhibition between poet Linda France and artist Kim Lewis. The exhibition re-interprets the Old Testament’s Song of Songs and translates it to the North Tyne Valley: a praise song for the land, its people and the heart’s deepest longing.
No experience is necessary. Please bring lunch. Tea and coffee provided.
Tickets: £15
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book online
The Churchfitters
Friday 8 October 7.00pm
At the Hearth, Horsley
Brittany based musicians with songs and tunes from the British Isles, uniting the rhythms of rock, pop and jazz with the universal appeal of traditional music.
Tickets: £12.50 with supper
Available from the Queen’s Hall Box Office & the Hearth 01661 853563 or Book online
Write Your Life Stories
Tuesday 12 October 10.00am – 12 noon
At Queen’s Hall Arts Centre, Hexham
Everyone has a story to tell; writer / tutor John Halliday will lead a session on memoir and autobiography and look at learning how to write effectively about events and experiences, as well as creating lively and interesting characters. For more information, contact John on 01434 603480. No previous experience required; just bring along your memories and the desire to tell your story. This is an introductory workshop leading into a longer fortnightly course over the winter.
Tickets: £8.50
Limited places available
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book Online
A North Pennines Storytelling event - Family Storywalk
Sunday 17 October 2.00pm - 5.00pm
At The Garden Station, Langley
Join the creatures of the forest for an afternoon’s walk in storyland, led by the north east’s finest storytellers. Suitable for all the family and includes refreshments.
Tickets: £6.00 (adult) / £5.00 (children) £20 (family)
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book Online
Felt Master Class
At the MAKE recycled craft workshop, Allendale.
Discover the fascinating world of all things wool with Ellie Langley. Each workshop is complete in itself but all four will give a thorough understanding and appreciation. Workshops are suitable for all and materials, equipment, lunch and refreshments provided.
W: www.makerecycledcraftworkshop.com
Sunday 17 October: Beginning with Wool
Sunday 31 October: Functional Felt Making
Sunday 14 November: Other things to do with Wool
Sunday 28 November: Festive Felt Making - with Christmas in mind
Individual workshops: £55 each or book all four for only £190.
Book through MAKE on 01434 683296
Creative Writing Workshop: Scalesdale
Thursday 4 November 10.00am – 4.00pm
At Queen’s Hall Arts Centre, Hexham
Writer Linda France will lead a unique writing workshop inspired by the Scalesdale exhibition, currently in Gallery One. This workshop is open to anyone, those new to writing and those with confidence.
Tickets: £15.00
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book Online
Burnlaw Craft Workshop: Traditional Basket Making
Saturday 13 November 10.00am – 4.00pm & Sunday 14 November 10.00am – 1.00pm
At the Burnlaw Centre, Whitfield - Learn different weaving techniques and how to weave a traditional round basket using different varieties of willow and hedgerow materials with artist Caroline Wagstaffe. Refreshments available but please bring a packed lunch.
Tickets: £30 for both days (includes materials)
Limited places.
Book through the Queen’s Hall Box Office 01434 652477 or Book online
Landermason
Friday 26 November 7.00pm
At the Hearth, Horsley - Northumbrian musicians Fiona and Paul combine both traditional and contemporary folk with jazz and other styles in their beautiful and striking arrangements.
Tickets: £12.50 with supper
Available from the Queen’s Hall Box Office & the Hearth 01661 853563 or Book online