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| Shrewsbury Bookfest |
30.04.2010 - 03.05.2010 |
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BOOKFEST |
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| Anthony Howard |
20.05.2010 - .. |
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The Gateway Education and Arts Centre
Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB |
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| Anthony Howard is one of Britain’s most distinguished and best know political observers and commentators. A journalist for over 40 years he now writes a weekly political column for The Times. He is well known to viewers of PANORAMA and NEWSNIGHT as well as listeners to Radio 4. £6 conc. £5 The Gateway and Simon Baynes Books. Enquiries: 01743 353424 12 noon |
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| Watercolour Workshop – A follow on Course |
22.05.2010 - .. |
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| Following on from the beginners’ workshop, this workshop looks at the techniques of watercolour painting in greater depth and completing a finished painting. All materials and lunch are included. 10.00am – 4.00pm, £40.00 per person. |
| More info @ www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Belle Vue Garden Trail |
23.05.2010 - .. |
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Coleham School,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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GARDENS TOUR |
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| Fifteen gardens and more with scarecrows and garden sculptures. Gardens open on the, Belle Vue Rd., Kemp’s Eye Avenue, Hereford Rd.,Oakley St., Oak St.and Trinity Street. Admission to Gardens by programme : £3 per individual; children free. Music, raffle, art and craft, children’s activities, refreshments. Programmes available from Alysanne’s, Greyfriars Bridge from May 10th and from all participating gardens on the day. 10am to 5pm. |
| More info at www.bellevueartsfestival.co.uk |
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| Connections |
28.05.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
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Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery,
Rowley’s House, Barker Street , Shrewsbury SY1 1QH |
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| Iconic objects from the Museum collections: A special exhibition featuring a diverse selection of iconic historic objects from the Museum collections. Each museum object provides the starting point from which to discover a range of fascinating connections. The exhibition explores how historic objects can be relevant to our understanding of the world and of ourselves. Open daily 10am – 5pm, Free admission |
| More info at www.shrewsburymuseums.com |
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| Wild Life Bingo |
29.05.2010 - .. |
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from Abbey Foregate car park at the Old Station Mural,
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NATURE |
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| A 'Bingo Caller' will lead you around the Rea Brook Valley where you can spot things along the way and mark them off on your card. Prizes to be won!! Children £2.50. Contact 01743 257612 for more information. |
| More info at www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Art Exhibition |
01.06.2010 - 30.06.2010 |
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'Holiday' By local artist Lee Lewis. Admission free.
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| A Journey in Stitch |
01.06.2010 - .. |
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The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury. |
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild invite you to an illustrated talk by Margaret Fairhead. Margaret is a freelance textile artist and contemporary embroiderer. Her design inspirations come from the landscape. Join us to hear how Margaret turns them into her unique pieces, creating textual effects with the sewing machine, and by hand. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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| Dip into Spring |
02.06.2010 - .. |
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Meet at Copthorne Park, off Richmond Drive,
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NATURE |
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| Drop in anytime to discover life in a watery world, wicked water beetles and scary scorpions to name but a few. Children £2.50. Call 01743 257610 for more information. 12 noon-4.00pm. |
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| Cultural Diversity Day *CANCELLED |
05.06.2010 - .. |
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The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
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| Lunch Time Talk |
10.06.2010 - .. |
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Stranger in the House Lunch Time Talk with Julie Summers. Over 4 million men were demobilised between 1945 and 1947 and the talk deals with the thorny topic of returning heroes – a problem that we still face today. Julie Summers has interviewed over 100 women and in this book she tells their side of the story. Julie Summers is a biographer and historia but most importantly she is a wonderful story teller. 12 noon. £6 concessionary £5. Tickets from The Gateway And Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury
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| Belle Vue Arts Festival |
12.06.2010 - 21.06.2010 |
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Various locations around
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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| Art Full House |
12.06.2010 - 19.06.2010 |
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English Bridge Workshop,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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| Photographic Exhibition |
14.06.2010 - 18.06.2010 |
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The Barnabas Centre,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION |
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| Archive Film |
17.06.2010 - .. |
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The Wakeman School,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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| The Lyrical Ballads |
19.06.2010 - .. |
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POETRY |
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| With Andrew Bannerman and John Richmond. A dramatic reading of some of the finest poems in the English language, including Coleridge’s The Ancient Mariner and Wordsworth’s Idiot Boy with an introduction telling the extraordinary story of the intense creative friendship between Wordsworth and Coleridge. Andrew Bannerman is a writer, director and actor who has performed in theatres and literary festivals throughout the country and abroad. John Richmond is a poet and and televison producer. 7.30pm. £8 concessionary £6. Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ, 01743 244833. All proceeds to go to the St. Alkmund’s Church Restoration Fund. |
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| Scribble in the Dark in the Old Town Tonight |
20.06.2010 - .. |
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The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
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| Busker musicians gentle provide the sound track to your dynamic scribblings projected on the old town’s black and whites. Surely this is a perfect occasion for a summers evening stroll in town and a visit to a local hostelry. From 9pm |
| More info at www.shrewsburysquare.com |
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| Sew Much More |
25.06.2010 - 07.08.2010 |
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CRAFTS EXHIBITION |
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| Shrewsbury Branch of the Embroiderers' Guild welcome visitors to this Summer’s Exhibition 'SEW MUCH MORE', which includes a range of textile work recently completed by members of the Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild. The Branch is inclusive of people from all ages and abilities who share the common love of textiles and stitching. Free admission |
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| Beginners Watercolour Workshop |
26.06.2010 - .. |
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| An introduction to the materials and techniques used in watercolour painting. The afternoon will be spent completing a painting for you to take away. Lunch and materials are included. 10.00am – 4.00pm. £40.00 per person. |
| More info @ www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Shropshire Art Society Summer Exhibition |
28.06.2010 - 17.07.2010 |
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ART EXHIBITION |
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| The 62nd Summer Exhibition by members of the Shropshire Art Society includes approx. 200 pictures encompassing a wide variety of styles and media. The Society has a Shropshire based membership of over 250 members including both professional and amateur artists. FREE Admission. |
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| Selling Exhibition |
28.06.2010 - .. |
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| by Shropshire Artists, Designers and Food Producers. Organised by The Visual Arts Network Shropshire, this event is a sample preview of the Open Studios in Shrewsbury on the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of July and in addition to show off some local Artists work who are unable to access their own Studios for that event. |
| More info at www.vanetwork.co.uk |
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| Lunch Time Talk with Richard Field |
01.07.2010 - .. |
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| Charles Dickens’s notes from America. Dickens’s entertaining Notes on America is achingly funny in parts, deeply touching in others and] fearlessly outspoken. His trenchant criticism of slavery made him more enemies than friends but over 5,000 queued to buy tickets for his readings. Richard Field taught English at Shrewsbury School for over 30 years. He now lectures both in this country and abroad and is well know for his Great English Writers series at The Gateway. 12 noon. £6 Concessionary £5. Tickets sold at The Gateway and Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ 01743 244333. |
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| Conflicts Of Interest with Major General Andrew Farquhar CBE |
02.07.2010 - .. |
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| Takes a hard look at over 3 decades of conflict, from Ulster to Afghanistan. He will focus on key international issues, the varying roles of the British Army across the globe and the domestic issues affecting today’s service men and women. General Farquhar has commanded on operation on every level. He served with Special Forces for six years specialising in Counter Terrorism. He is a senior consultant in Crisis Management and strategic risk. 7.30pm. £10 concessionary £8. For tickets Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ 01743 244833. |
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| Open Studios |
03.07.2010 - 04.07.2010 |
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OPEN STUDIOS |
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| 23 of Shrropshire's artists, illustrators and designer-makers open their doors to the public. 10.00am – 4.00pm FREE. Follow link to see full list of studios. |
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| Inspiration from Africa |
06.07.2010 - 07.07.2010 |
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The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury. |
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers invite you to a talk by Mary Sleigh. Mary is a leading textile artist who regularly exhibits. Her illustrated talk, ‘Inspiration from Africa’ will include some of her personal work and examples from her extensive collection of African textiles, beadwork and baskets. Following the talk, Mary will run a day workshop at The Lantern, Shrewsbury on Wednesday, July 7th. The workshop title is ‘African Inspiration – working with fabric and thread’. Limited places may be available, cost to non-members £25. Pre-booking is essential. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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| Beginners Watercolour Workshop |
17.07.2010 - .. |
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| An introduction to the materials and techniques used in watercolour painting. The afternoon will be spent completing a painting for you to take away. Lunch and materials are included. 10.00am – 4.00pm. £40.00 per person |
| More info @ www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Fire and Water – an Exhibition |
18.07.2010 - 31.07.2010 |
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Bear Steps Gallery,
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ART EXHIBITION |
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| Works by Bob Spendlove, Watercolour Artist and Jeff Lomas, Raku and Stoneware daily from 10am-4pm. |
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| Hug a Rug |
18.07.2010 - .. |
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Bear Steps Gallery,
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01743 241904 |
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| Another annual display of rugs and tapestry wall hangings – all handloom woven. Some have hard-spun wool from local sheep, which are dyed with plants or wood shavings commissions accepted. FREE Admission. 10am. |
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| Shropshire Scribes Calligraphy Exhibition |
24.07.2010 - 07.08.2010 |
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St Mary's Church ,
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01743 355384 evening |
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p.furniss@wlv.ac.uk |
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| A display of the work of our members from the past two years; a children’s section will also be on display from Shrewsbury schools. There will also be pens and paper provided so that people can try out lettering if they wish. Daily except Sundays. 10.00am to 5.00pm. Free Admission |
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| An exhibition of Shrewsbury Town Trail |
31.08.2010 - 11.09.2010 |
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| Embroidery for Fashion |
07.09.2010 - .. |
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The Shirehall,
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild invite you to a talk given by Nicola Jarvis. Nicola teaches part-time at the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court, London. Please join us to listen to her fascinating talk. Nicola will explain her connection to the fashion industry, and the application of traditional hand techniques to fashion embroidery samples and garments. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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How to Book.
For tickets please check the contact
information against the individual
events in the listings below. For major events
this is usually the Theatre Severn number
01743 281 281 or online
here, but some events have their own ticketing
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