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Friday 19th July 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Felt Making Tutor: Geraldine Field Friday 19 July 10am - 3pm
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever takes your fancy! 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 19th July 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Laura Collins with The Craig Milverton Trio and Nigel Price
LAURA COLLINS played classical 'cello and piano from an early age in her home town of Cardiff and... more »
Thursday 25th July 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Sotavento Big Band
About the band: Sotavento Big Band is a Jazz & Tango band formed in Buenos Aires 13 years ago... more »
Friday 2nd August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Pete Allen Jazz Band
Pete Allen first formed his band in October 1978, and during the early years made thirty appearances... more »
Friday 9th August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Matt Carter Septet
MATT CARTER was brought up in Exeter, and performed mainly around the South West until September 2017,... more »
Friday 23rd August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - SINATRA TRIBUTE
Frederic Gardner has toured the whole World with his "Sinatra" act. There are a number... more »
Friday 30th August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Vimala Rowe & John Etheridge
John Etheridge's reputation in the jazz world cannot be overstated. A genuinely virtuosic fusion... more »
Friday 6th September 8:00 PM
CLASSICAL - Eusebius Quartet
Formed in 2015 the EUSEBIUS QUARTET were finalists in the 2018 Royal Overseas Competition. They enjoy... more »
Friday 13th September 7:30 PM
FLYING FOLK - TRIPLE BILL
SAM EVANS is a performer and songwriter from Bristol who sings original songs and plays guitar.... more »
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 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 - Consome 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 »
JAZZ - Laura Collins with The Craig Milverton Trio and Nigel Price
LAURA COLLINS played classical 'cello and piano from an early age in her home town of Cardiff and... more »
Thursday 25th July 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Sotavento Big Band
About the band: Sotavento Big Band is a Jazz & Tango band formed in Buenos Aires 13 years ago... more »
Friday 2nd August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Pete Allen Jazz Band
Pete Allen first formed his band in October 1978, and during the early years made thirty appearances... more »
Friday 9th August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - The Matt Carter Septet
MATT CARTER was brought up in Exeter, and performed mainly around the South West until September 2017,... more »
Friday 23rd August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - SINATRA TRIBUTE
Frederic Gardner has toured the whole World with his "Sinatra" act. There are a number... more »
Friday 30th August 8:00 PM
JAZZ - Vimala Rowe & John Etheridge
John Etheridge's reputation in the jazz world cannot be overstated. A genuinely virtuosic fusion... more »
Friday 6th September 8:00 PM
CLASSICAL - Eusebius Quartet
Formed in 2015 the EUSEBIUS QUARTET were finalists in the 2018 Royal Overseas Competition. They enjoy... more »
Friday 13th September 7:30 PM
FLYING FOLK - TRIPLE BILL
SAM EVANS is a performer and songwriter from Bristol who sings original songs and plays guitar.... more »
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 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 - Consome 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 »
Visual Arts
Monday 29th July 9:30 AM
Creative Coverage
A group exhibition created by Creative Coverage. Including stunning and thought-provoking work... more »
Tuesday 27th August 9:30 AM
Town and Country
New work by wildlife artists Jackie Cox and Chris Sinden. "In a time where there is a growing... more »
Monday 9th September 9:30 AM
Secrets and Codes
The contemporary textile artists of the South West Textile Group, in response to the 100th Anniversary... more »
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 »
Creative Coverage
A group exhibition created by Creative Coverage. Including stunning and thought-provoking work... more »
Tuesday 27th August 9:30 AM
Town and Country
New work by wildlife artists Jackie Cox and Chris Sinden. "In a time where there is a growing... more »
Monday 9th September 9:30 AM
Secrets and Codes
The contemporary textile artists of the South West Textile Group, in response to the 100th Anniversary... more »
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 »
Workshop
Friday 19th July 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Saturday 20th July 10:00 AM
Mixed Media Mosaics
Mixed media mosaics use flat materials such as tile and glass, together with other found objects. ... more »
Monday 22nd July 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Wednesday 24th July 10:00 AM
Thread Painting
Use paint and thread to create pictures or decorate garments. Participants should bring a sewing... more »
Thursday 25th July 10:00 AM
Drawing in Coloured Pencils
A mini-term of 4 workshops, exploring the use and technique of working in oil-based coloured pencils.... more »
Friday 26th July 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 29th July 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Thursday 1st August 10:30 AM
Stained Glass
About your tutor: Sharan James trained in embroidered textiles in Birmingham. After retraining... more »
Friday 2nd August 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 5th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Monday 5th August 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Wednesday 7th August 10:30 AM
Birds & Flowers Wire Sculpture
Make a lovely wall hanging wire sculpture. Suitable for all abilities and age 16 + £35 (plus... more »
Friday 9th August 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 »
Monday 12th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Thursday 15th August 10:00 AM
Something old, something new
A one day workshop. The origins of patchwork are in thrift and recyling of washed and worn fabrics.... more »
Friday 16th August 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Monday 19th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Monday 19th August 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Friday 23rd August 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 2nd September 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Tuesday 3rd September 10:00 AM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass leaf, apple or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your home. Suitable... more »
Tuesday 3rd September 1:30 PM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass leaf, apple or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your home. Suitable... more »
Thursday 5th September 10:00 AM
Exploring Kantha
Kantha is a Bangladeshi word for rags. It is also the name given to a form of stitching used to make... more »
Friday 6th September 1:00 AM
Creative Watercolours
Suitable for 'brave beginners', this is a one day workshop exploring the creative possibilities... more »
Monday 9th September 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... more »
Tuesday 10th September 10:00 AM
Lavender, Linen and Lace
Enjoy a morning of hand stitching and embroidery by creating your own unique lavender sachets using... more »
Wednesday 11th September 10:30 AM
Acrylic Painting
Explore and develop your own personal painting style in a wonderfully versatile medium. This supportive... more »
Wednesday 11th September 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 »
Thursday 12th September 10:00 AM
Pastel Pencils
Pastel pencil is a marvellous medium for natural history artworks. It allows detail, but equally, can... more »
Thursday 12th September 1:45 PM
Painting Portraits in Oil
Paint a beautiful portrait of your choice and discover a variety of oil painting techniques. In the... more »
Friday 13th September 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 September 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 »
Monday 16th September 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Friday 20th September 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Come and learn how to make felt flowers, slippers, scarves and waistcoats Beginners to advanced... more »
Monday 23rd September 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 14th October 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 28th October 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
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 »
Monday 11th November 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 25th November 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 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 »
Monday 9th December 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Saturday 20th July 10:00 AM
Mixed Media Mosaics
Mixed media mosaics use flat materials such as tile and glass, together with other found objects. ... more »
Monday 22nd July 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Wednesday 24th July 10:00 AM
Thread Painting
Use paint and thread to create pictures or decorate garments. Participants should bring a sewing... more »
Thursday 25th July 10:00 AM
Drawing in Coloured Pencils
A mini-term of 4 workshops, exploring the use and technique of working in oil-based coloured pencils.... more »
Friday 26th July 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 29th July 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Thursday 1st August 10:30 AM
Stained Glass
About your tutor: Sharan James trained in embroidered textiles in Birmingham. After retraining... more »
Friday 2nd August 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 5th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Monday 5th August 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Wednesday 7th August 10:30 AM
Birds & Flowers Wire Sculpture
Make a lovely wall hanging wire sculpture. Suitable for all abilities and age 16 + £35 (plus... more »
Friday 9th August 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 »
Monday 12th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Thursday 15th August 10:00 AM
Something old, something new
A one day workshop. The origins of patchwork are in thrift and recyling of washed and worn fabrics.... more »
Friday 16th August 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Discover the tactile art of felting by learning how to make felt scarves, bags, slippers - or whatever... more »
Monday 19th August 10:00 AM
Clay Sculpture
"We are a friendly and supportive bunch of amateurs who love to play with clay. We meet every... more »
Monday 19th August 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Friday 23rd August 10:00 AM
Slow Stitch
Take time from your busy lives to enjoy developing your creative skills through the simple and mindful... more »
Monday 2nd September 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Tuesday 3rd September 10:00 AM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass leaf, apple or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your home. Suitable... more »
Tuesday 3rd September 1:30 PM
Stained Glass
Make a stained glass leaf, apple or angel decoration to hang in your window or adorn your home. Suitable... more »
Thursday 5th September 10:00 AM
Exploring Kantha
Kantha is a Bangladeshi word for rags. It is also the name given to a form of stitching used to make... more »
Friday 6th September 1:00 AM
Creative Watercolours
Suitable for 'brave beginners', this is a one day workshop exploring the creative possibilities... more »
Monday 9th September 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... more »
Tuesday 10th September 10:00 AM
Lavender, Linen and Lace
Enjoy a morning of hand stitching and embroidery by creating your own unique lavender sachets using... more »
Wednesday 11th September 10:30 AM
Acrylic Painting
Explore and develop your own personal painting style in a wonderfully versatile medium. This supportive... more »
Wednesday 11th September 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 »
Thursday 12th September 10:00 AM
Pastel Pencils
Pastel pencil is a marvellous medium for natural history artworks. It allows detail, but equally, can... more »
Thursday 12th September 1:45 PM
Painting Portraits in Oil
Paint a beautiful portrait of your choice and discover a variety of oil painting techniques. In the... more »
Friday 13th September 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 September 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 »
Monday 16th September 8:00 PM
Jazz Jam
First and third Mondays of the month 8pm more »
Friday 20th September 10:00 AM
Felt Making
Come and learn how to make felt flowers, slippers, scarves and waistcoats Beginners to advanced... more »
Monday 23rd September 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 14th October 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 28th October 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
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 »
Monday 11th November 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
Monday 25th November 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 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 »
Monday 9th December 7:30 PM
Board Games Evening
There's a whole world of board games out there! Come and enjoy a fun and sociable evening of board... 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 »
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 »
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 »
2019 OPEN PRIZEWINNERS ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to Elaine Dixon whose drawing 'Party Time' has been named the overall winner of this year's Open Exhibition! Elaine is pictured here with Jonathan Taylor from Branstons, who are the exhibition's sponsors. The winner...
Eyes down for some fundraising funClear your diaires - it's time for another of our legendary fun and friendly fundraising events! The Big BSQ will take place on Saturday 21 September and its unique fusion of Bingo, Supper and a Quiz is sure to be a lot of fun. Don't delay...
Fact - we need your fiction!Back from your holidays? Do you have any fiction or autobiography that you won't read again? We can give your old novels a new home on our second hand books stall. All proceeds support the Arts Centre, so donating books is a great way of...
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