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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
11 Sep 2024
WHAT'S ON:
There's lots of lovely creative and cultural events happening in Lancashire over September and into October 2024.
We've covered a range of them in our latest newsletter, which came out today.
Read more here: mailmanager.hotfootdesign.co…
Image by @fish2photo
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
13 Sep 2024
SAVE THE DATES: Light Up Lancaster Events
Explore Week - 21-25 October
Art Trail - 7-9 November
More info to follow on the @LightUpLanc site:
lightuplancaster.co.uk/
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
14 Sep 2024
Lots going on in Preston.
@EnjoyTheShowUK @gazcook @brew_time_ @blogpreston @visitpreston #comedy #theatre #dance #spokenword #lancsfringe
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
16 Sep 2024
This Saturday, the Torchlight Procession will weave its way through the city centre, starting at Moor Park at 7pm! Look out for…
🎆 Jenny's Bollywood Academy
🎆 Preston Caribbean Carnival
🎆 Worldwise Samba Drummers
🎆 Preston City Mela
🎆 Cacophany Arkestra
…and many more!
ALT Colourful fireworks over Sessions House
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
16 Sep 2024
Next week PRESTON, LANCASHIRE
#lancsfringe
Full details of all the FREE shows enjoyshow.co.uk
@FerretPreston @visitpreston @vinyltappreston
@derelictlive @UCLan @BIDPreston
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
15 Sep 2024
Black History Month's theme, 'Reclaiming Narratives,' focuses on correcting and uplifting Black history and culture. This shift empowers us to highlight our stories and history. #ReclaimingNarratives #BlackHistoryMonth
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
17 Sep 2024
CALLING ALL MAKERS:
Please complete @CraftsCouncilUK's Makers Survey by 23 Sept 2024
Whether you’re a hobbyist crafter who wants to sell work, running an established craft business, help Crafts Council see where makers need support in specific ways.
craftscouncil.org.uk/stories…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
17 Sep 2024
WHAT'S ON:
@ArtisansBlack Conversations in Creativity
Join us for a FREE inspiring conversation facilitated by Lucille Jukere & featuring Donald Baugh, Jason Stocks-Young, Jo Sealy & Vanley Burke.
Haworth Art Gallery, BB5
6-8pm, Wed 25 Sept
Book: eventbrite.com/e/conversatio…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
THIS WEEKEND: Encounter Festival, Preston
This year's theme for @LancsEncounter 2024 is The Unexpected Extraordinary and takes place across Preston on Sat 21st & Sun 22nd Sept 2024.
Check out the full programme of events here: lancsencounter.co.uk/whats-o…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
JOIN US for "Meet the Maker - Jahday Ford"
Meet the talented glasswork artist and designer, Jahday Ford and see his work on display as part of this FREE @ArtisansBlack exhibition.
Thurs 3rd Oct 2024
2 - 3.30pm
Haworth Art Gallery, BB5
Info/Booking:
eventbrite.com/e/black-artis…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
WHAT'S ON: Meet the Makers
Adaesi Ukairo & Judith Annakie-Eriksen showcase their skills in a live workshop demo as part of this FREE Meet the Maker event for the @ArtisansBlack exhibition.
Sun 6th Oct 2024
12.30-3.30pm
Haworth Art Gallery, BB5
Book:
eventbrite.com/e/black-artis…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
19 Sep 2024
SAVE THE DATES: Lancashire Fringe Festival
24th Sept - 9th October 2024
@EnjoyTheShow is bringing you 20 s#lancsfringe shows acrosss 15 nights in Preston.
Find out more here enjoyshow.co.uk/lancashire-f… and keep an eye on X for event announcements from Enjoy the Show.
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
STAFF PICK! How good is this set!!! We’re in LOVE ❤️🍸🍹 Mike Leigh’s cult-classic comedy, and prepare to see it like never before. This is the party to end all parties...
Tue 22 - Sat 26 Oct
Starting from £19.50 *incl booking fees, excld. postage.
Tickets blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/a…
#abigailsparty @weareETT
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
🎉 Exciting news
Lancashire Fringe Festival is bringing performers from the legendary Edinburgh Fringe and Glastonbury festivals to Preston.
⭐ And it's all FREE!
pulse.ly/qoho1yjn0s
@enjoytheshowuk
#MyPreston #Lancashire #LivePerformance
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
17 Sep 2024
Get excited, as this weekend, Preston City Centre will be buzzing with creativity and spectacular performances! Get ready for…
🌟 WILD by @MotionhouseDT
🌟 Plot17 by @ApplesAndSnakes
🌟 Mughal Miniatures by @SoniaSabriCo
...to name a few!
ALT A blue, white and purple text graphic.
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
17 Sep 2024
Did you join us at the festival this year? We’d love it if you could share some very quick feedback. It really helps us shape future festivals into something that YOU will enjoy, as well as helping us to get funding. So…please do share your feedback here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
18 Sep 2024
This year’s #BlackHistoryMonth theme is #ReclaimingNarratives ," focusing on recognising and correcting the stories of Black history and culture. Order your Black History Month Resource Pack 2024! 🎉#BHM #ReclaimingNarrativesBHM #tuc #schools
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
19 Sep 2024
Find out more about the variety of events planned during the @ArtistsBlack exhibition - from a Conversations in Creativity panel to Meet the Maker sessions and Craft Demonstrations.
creativelancashire.org/posts…
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
20 Sep 2024
The @ArtisansBlack project gives visibility to Black craftspeople creating beautiful work in their personal spaces. It celebrates their unique talents and opens opportunities. Today, I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes insights and stories about these amazing artisans.
ALT Black Artisans Exhibition at National Festival of Making, image by Robin Zahler.
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Ed Matthews-Gentle FRSA retweeted
20 Sep 2024
I’m @Jo_Sealy, an Essex-based photographer & marketing agency founder. One of my key projects, @ArtisansBlack, highlights talented Black craftspeople across the UK. Started in 2021, it continues to grow with new portraits showcased at #FestivalofMaking & now Haworth Art Gallery.
ALT Headshot of Jo Sealy by @TreeNicola. Image of Black Artisans Photo Exhibition at @FestivalofMaking, image by Robin Zahler
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