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Friday 20th September 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Felt Making Tutor: Geraldine Field Friday 20 September 10am - 3pm
Come and learn how to make felt flowers, slippers, scarves and waistcoats Beginners to advanced welcome. Cost: £25.00 per monthly session (excluding cost of materials) To book call the Arts Centre on 01460 54973 Read More »
Music
Friday 20th September 8:00 PM
CLASSICAL - Bath Baroque
They will be playing : - Brandenburg Concertos no.2 in F major and no.4 in G major. with The Adagio... more »
Friday 27th September 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Craig Milverton Trio with Enrico Tomasso, Jim Mullen and Christian Brewer
JIM MULLEN was guitarist with Pete Brown & Piblokto! for two albums in 1970. He then played with... more »
Friday 4th October 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Boyd & Lane
NATHANIEL BOYD. As an internationally recognised chamber musician and soloist, Nathaniel has appeared... more »
Friday 11th October 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Mike Denham with Emma Fisk
EMMA FISK Emma Fisk is a UK based jazz violinist, specialising in Hot Club/ Gypsy Jazz, Classic Jazz... more »
Friday 18th October 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Craig Milverton and his Legacy Band
Criag is very proud of his vocalist daughter Eleisha May, who at only 21years old, has already performed... more »
Friday 25th October 8:00 PM
ACAPELLA - The TEACUPS
THE TEACUPS met in 2010 whilst studying on the BMus Folk & Traditional Music Degree at Newcastle... more »
Friday 1st November 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Consone Quartet
In 2015 the CONSONE QUARTET delighted audiences in the West Country. Formed at the Royal College of... more »
Friday 8th November 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Pedigree Jazz Band
CHRIS WALKER: Co-Leader, Clarinet Chris turned professional with the London City Stompers and later... more »
Friday 15th November 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Ruisi Quartet
Max Ruisi stepped in at the last minute in 2018 and we are delighted that he is bringing the RUISI... more »
Friday 29th November 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Ant Law with the Al Swainger Quartet
Bass player, AL SWAINGER, has been in the top five for the British Jazz Awards several times in recent... more »
Friday 6th December 8:00 PM
JAZZ - John Maddocks and his Jazzmen
Undoubtedly one of the premier New Orleans-style band in the south and south-west, the Maddocks band... more »
Friday 13th December 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Kick Ass Brass
"Kick Ass Brass" is a Soul/Funk band with a steaming hot horn section and as a primary feature... more »
Friday 10th January 8:00 PM
JAZZ - John Shillito & his Riviera Ramblers
It's now over 60 years since I first discovered jazz! I was in my early teens when... more »
Friday 24th January 8:00 PM
JAZZ -Ben Cummings, Martin Dale with Dominic Ashworth and the Craig Milverton Trio
BEN CUMMINGS is a trumpeter who has established a formidable reputation as one of Britain's finest... more »
Friday 31st January 7:30 PM
FLYING FOLK
Sorry no suppers but the cafe will be open! more »
Friday 7th February 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Mike Denham & The Sunset Cafe Stompers
The Sunset Cafe was a top night-spot on Chicago's infamous South Side. Al Capone owned it, Louis Armstrong... more »
Friday 14th February 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Nick McClean Quartet with Brownman Ali
This contemplative and often thrilling quartet's explorations of modern, original repertoire is... more »
Friday 28th February 8:00 PM
DRAMA/MUSIC - Canterbury Tales
GreenMatthews present six of the best-loved tales, told in a variety of styles, using a touring set... more »
CLASSICAL - Bath Baroque
They will be playing : - Brandenburg Concertos no.2 in F major and no.4 in G major. with The Adagio... more »
Friday 27th September 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Craig Milverton Trio with Enrico Tomasso, Jim Mullen and Christian Brewer
JIM MULLEN was guitarist with Pete Brown & Piblokto! for two albums in 1970. He then played with... more »
Friday 4th October 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Boyd & Lane
NATHANIEL BOYD. As an internationally recognised chamber musician and soloist, Nathaniel has appeared... more »
Friday 11th October 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Mike Denham with Emma Fisk
EMMA FISK Emma Fisk is a UK based jazz violinist, specialising in Hot Club/ Gypsy Jazz, Classic Jazz... more »
Friday 18th October 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Craig Milverton and his Legacy Band
Criag is very proud of his vocalist daughter Eleisha May, who at only 21years old, has already performed... more »
Friday 25th October 8:00 PM
ACAPELLA - The TEACUPS
THE TEACUPS met in 2010 whilst studying on the BMus Folk & Traditional Music Degree at Newcastle... more »
Friday 1st November 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Consone Quartet
In 2015 the CONSONE QUARTET delighted audiences in the West Country. Formed at the Royal College of... more »
Friday 8th November 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Pedigree Jazz Band
CHRIS WALKER: Co-Leader, Clarinet Chris turned professional with the London City Stompers and later... more »
Friday 15th November 7:30 PM
CLASSICAL - Ruisi Quartet
Max Ruisi stepped in at the last minute in 2018 and we are delighted that he is bringing the RUISI... more »
Friday 29th November 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Ant Law with the Al Swainger Quartet
Bass player, AL SWAINGER, has been in the top five for the British Jazz Awards several times in recent... more »
Friday 6th December 8:00 PM
JAZZ - John Maddocks and his Jazzmen
Undoubtedly one of the premier New Orleans-style band in the south and south-west, the Maddocks band... more »
Friday 13th December 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Kick Ass Brass
"Kick Ass Brass" is a Soul/Funk band with a steaming hot horn section and as a primary feature... more »
Friday 10th January 8:00 PM
JAZZ - John Shillito & his Riviera Ramblers
It's now over 60 years since I first discovered jazz! I was in my early teens when... more »
Friday 24th January 8:00 PM
JAZZ -Ben Cummings, Martin Dale with Dominic Ashworth and the Craig Milverton Trio
BEN CUMMINGS is a trumpeter who has established a formidable reputation as one of Britain's finest... more »
Friday 31st January 7:30 PM
FLYING FOLK
Sorry no suppers but the cafe will be open! more »
Friday 7th February 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Mike Denham & The Sunset Cafe Stompers
The Sunset Cafe was a top night-spot on Chicago's infamous South Side. Al Capone owned it, Louis Armstrong... more »
Friday 14th February 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Nick McClean Quartet with Brownman Ali
This contemplative and often thrilling quartet's explorations of modern, original repertoire is... more »
Friday 28th February 8:00 PM
DRAMA/MUSIC - Canterbury Tales
GreenMatthews present six of the best-loved tales, told in a variety of styles, using a touring set... more »
Visual Arts
Monday 7th October 9:30 AM
My Locality
An exhibition of textile work by the South Somerset branch of the national Embroiderers' Guild. Taking... more »
Monday 28th October 9:30 AM
Neroche Artists
This is always a very popular exhibition by a group of artists whose work is diverse; each artist excelling... more »
Monday 25th November 9:30 AM
Christmas Collection
The festive season at Ilminster Arts Centre spells the return of our "Christmas Collection"... more »
My Locality
An exhibition of textile work by the South Somerset branch of the national Embroiderers' Guild. Taking... more »
Monday 28th October 9:30 AM
Neroche Artists
This is always a very popular exhibition by a group of artists whose work is diverse; each artist excelling... more »
Monday 25th November 9:30 AM
Christmas Collection
The festive season at Ilminster Arts Centre spells the return of our "Christmas Collection"... more »
Workshop
Friday 20th September 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Come and learn how to make felt flowers, slippers, scarves and waistcoats Beginners to advanced... more »
Friday 27th September 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Saturday 28th September 2:00 PM
Fabric Scraps Wreath
A wonderful way to use up those fabric scraps by creating a fabric scraps wreath. This will look absolutely... more »
Friday 4th October 1:00 AM
Creative Watercolours
Suitable for 'brave beginners', this is a one day workshop exploring the creative possibilities... more »
Thursday 10th October 2:00 PM
Impressing Air Drying Clay
Create textured squares or discs of clay, by impressing with natural and man-made items. For example,... more »
Friday 11th October 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 11th October 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 18th October 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Friday 25th October 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Tuesday 29th October 10:00 AM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass robin, Christmas tree or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your... more »
Tuesday 29th October 1:30 PM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass robin, Christmas tree or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your... more »
Friday 1st November 1:00 AM
Textures of the Sea
Creating texture in a textiles piece is an ideal way to add depth and dimension. In this workshop we... more »
Saturday 2nd November 10:00 AM
Corn Dollies
Learn how to make a traditional corn dolly with tutor Carol Cooke. Perfect as a harvest festival gift... more »
Wednesday 6th November 10:30 AM
Acrylic Painting
Explore and develop your own personal painting style in a wonderfully versatile medium. This supportive... more »
Wednesday 6th November 2:00 PM
An Introduction to Portraits
For students with some prior drawing experience. Learn how to capture a likeness and hone your observational... more »
Friday 8th November 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 8th November 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 15th November 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Saturday 16th November 10:00 AM
Making Shadow Boxes
Shadow boxes are the most fascinating works of art. They can contain keepsakes and found objects, 2D... more »
Friday 22nd November 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Friday 29th November 10:00 AM
Moonstruck Hare
In this workshop we will create a winter landscape, using natural fabrics which will be embellished... more »
Saturday 30th November 10:00 AM
Recycled Hat
Turn tragedy into fashion triumph by transforming a shrunken jumper into a cosy hat for winter. This... more »
Saturday 7th December 10:00 AM
Surface Decoration Montage
Using images and coloured paper from magazines to decorate a tin, box or other object, something quite... more »
Friday 13th December 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 13th December 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 20th December 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Felt Making
Come and learn how to make felt flowers, slippers, scarves and waistcoats Beginners to advanced... more »
Friday 27th September 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Saturday 28th September 2:00 PM
Fabric Scraps Wreath
A wonderful way to use up those fabric scraps by creating a fabric scraps wreath. This will look absolutely... more »
Friday 4th October 1:00 AM
Creative Watercolours
Suitable for 'brave beginners', this is a one day workshop exploring the creative possibilities... more »
Thursday 10th October 2:00 PM
Impressing Air Drying Clay
Create textured squares or discs of clay, by impressing with natural and man-made items. For example,... more »
Friday 11th October 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 11th October 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 18th October 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Friday 25th October 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Tuesday 29th October 10:00 AM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass robin, Christmas tree or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your... more »
Tuesday 29th October 1:30 PM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass robin, Christmas tree or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your... more »
Friday 1st November 1:00 AM
Textures of the Sea
Creating texture in a textiles piece is an ideal way to add depth and dimension. In this workshop we... more »
Saturday 2nd November 10:00 AM
Corn Dollies
Learn how to make a traditional corn dolly with tutor Carol Cooke. Perfect as a harvest festival gift... more »
Wednesday 6th November 10:30 AM
Acrylic Painting
Explore and develop your own personal painting style in a wonderfully versatile medium. This supportive... more »
Wednesday 6th November 2:00 PM
An Introduction to Portraits
For students with some prior drawing experience. Learn how to capture a likeness and hone your observational... more »
Friday 8th November 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 8th November 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 15th November 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Saturday 16th November 10:00 AM
Making Shadow Boxes
Shadow boxes are the most fascinating works of art. They can contain keepsakes and found objects, 2D... more »
Friday 22nd November 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Friday 29th November 10:00 AM
Moonstruck Hare
In this workshop we will create a winter landscape, using natural fabrics which will be embellished... more »
Saturday 30th November 10:00 AM
Recycled Hat
Turn tragedy into fashion triumph by transforming a shrunken jumper into a cosy hat for winter. This... more »
Saturday 7th December 10:00 AM
Surface Decoration Montage
Using images and coloured paper from magazines to decorate a tin, box or other object, something quite... more »
Friday 13th December 10:00 AM
Beginners' Sewing Machine Workshop
Always wanted to sew but not sure where to begin? Through this series of workshops you will get to... more »
Friday 13th December 2:30 PM
Readers' Group
Spend an afternoon once a month with like-minded people, a good cup of coffee and a chat about the... more »
Friday 20th December 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Children
Saturday 12th October 10:30 AM
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Saturday 9th November 10:30 AM
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Saturday 14th December 10:30 AM
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Saturday 9th November 10:30 AM
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Saturday 14th December 10:30 AM
Children's Art Chest
Come to ART CHEST and have fun painting and drawing with an experienced artist. You will discover... more »
Other Events
Saturday 21st September 7:30 PM
FUNDRAISER: The Big BSQ
Another of our legendary fundraising evenings! Come and enjoy a unique combination of delicious food,... more »
Sunday 6th October 3:00 PM
Tales from the Antiques Roadshow
Join us for Clive's inside story from over 30 years as a book and manuscripts expert on the Antiques... more »
Wednesday 23rd October 9:30 AM
Antique and Vintage Textiles Fair
An irresistible collection of vintage textiles, antique linens, and fabulous fashions from days gone... more »
Thursday 31st October 10:00 AM
Charity Christmas Card Sale
Your one-stop shop for all your Christmas cards! more »
FUNDRAISER: The Big BSQ
Another of our legendary fundraising evenings! Come and enjoy a unique combination of delicious food,... more »
Sunday 6th October 3:00 PM
Tales from the Antiques Roadshow
Join us for Clive's inside story from over 30 years as a book and manuscripts expert on the Antiques... more »
Wednesday 23rd October 9:30 AM
Antique and Vintage Textiles Fair
An irresistible collection of vintage textiles, antique linens, and fabulous fashions from days gone... more »
Thursday 31st October 10:00 AM
Charity Christmas Card Sale
Your one-stop shop for all your Christmas cards! more »
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