EXHIBITIONS
By day Kim Leong works as a doctor in Lancaster but, in his spare time, he enjoys bringing buildings to life through illustration. What started as a way to unwind, Kim’s love of architecture has become a true passion – capturing the character & history of buildings worldwide. Kim’s detailed illustrations may be seen from Tuesday 8th April to Thursday 1st May.
Sheila Tearle Tel 01995 603816
Annual General Meeting
Saturday 12th April @ 2pm – The Annual General Meeting of The Garstang & District Arts Society. Everyone welcome. Come and hear about what goes on at the Arts Centre and hear reports of all the various clubs activities
Volunteers Needed :
The Arts Centre cafe is busy and sociable on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you have a few spare hours and would like to help by serving tea and coffee and/or washing up we would love to hear from you. Pop in to see Vanessa or Maddy any Tuesday or Thursday to see what is involved.
Talking Café:
Dates for April are Thursday 3rd and 17th at 1:30pm. Come along for a brew and a chinwag.
200 CLUB FUNDRAISER
Only one month to go before the big draw. If all the tickets are renewed or sold by the draw date there will be 10 money prizes to give away. If you haven’t purchased a number yet and would like to, please text email or phone asap. Only 4 numbers left to sell but I am also awaiting the last few renewals. Any numbers NOT renewed by the end of March will go on sale on 1st April. £6.50 per number for April draw only.
The Draw is to take place during the Inter Group Quiz on the evening Saturday 26th April in the Arts Centre.
Further details from the Arts Centre or from Carolyn Worthington 07504148568 or worthington70@outlook.com
ARTS CENTRE INTERGROUP QUIZ
The Intergroup Quiz competing for the Charles Flatt Trophy will be taking place at the Arts Centre on Saturday 26th April 7.30, being hosted by last year’s winners, The Songbirds.
We now have 13 teams which is a full house. If any group has missed the deadline to register please call me and I will put you on a waiting list in case one of the teams has to drop out.
Tables of 4 5 or 6 – please do not ask for more as we are close to the fire limit for that room. There will be some extra chairs near the door for any non-competing visitors.
Bring your own drinks alcoholic or non-alcoholic, some nibbles will be provided, and tea and coffee will be available. Doors open from 7pm so come early and pick your table.
May the smartest team win!
Further information from the Arts Centre
Garstang Wine Circle –
Monday 28th April @ 7.30pm. A tasting from another new presenter, Vinity from Shrewsbury who are due to present some High End Wines at discounted prices. Visitors welcome – £12 per person includes wines and refreshments. Tel: Anne Marie Whitehead 01995 603311
Garstang Poetry Appreciation Group
The Poetry Appreciation Group’s April meeting will be held on Friday 25th at 2.00 pm in The Garstang Arts Centre. The theme this month will be ‘ Poems of MacCaig and Heaney’. The meeting will be led by Gary Walmsley.
Non-members are always welcome. You can bring a poem or two to share with the group or just come along and listen to members reciting a selection of poetry around the theme of the month.
There is a cover charge of £1, refreshments are provided at the end of each meeting.
If you require further information please contact Gary Walmsley 01772 785693.
Garstang Wine Circle
The March meeting of Garstang Wine Circle will be held on Monday 17th at 7.30pm. We are having a new speaker – Natalie from Birkacre Wines. Natalie will be presenting some ‘Fine Wines’. Visitors are welcome, the meeting fee is £12 to include wines and refreshments. Further information from Anne Marie Whitehead 01995 603311 or our website www.garstangwinecircle.co.uk
Garstang Ukulele Group
Springing into Spring
As daylight hours lengthen and the weather gradually seems to be getting warmer, green shoots have begun to sprout through the once frozen ground. Spring and rebirth is happening all around us.
Taking a lead from Mother Nature our ukulele group has spent the cold winter months preparing different songs to bring new life, energy and fun to our playlists.
Our enthusiasm for entertaining is as strong as ever and it looks as if we will have a lively set which we will be delighted to share with friends old and new. Look for us in familiar places; but there are also new challenges for us to face and new adventures to be had. But more of that later!
To get in touch with us, message us on our Facebook page, email Trevor Philips at mail@trevorphillips.co.uk or call 01995600378 and find out just how well we can add some fun to your celebrations
The Book Club
February’s book, which was enjoyed by all the members, got us all talking about long distance walking we had done in the past, with some very amusing anecdotes.
Our next book is “ The Midnight Hour “ by Elly Griffiths, this is one of a series of Brighton mysteries set in 1965. Theatrical impresario Bert Billington is found dead and the post-mortem reveals poisoning, the suspicion falls on his wife, Verity. She calls in investigator Emma Holmes to prove her innocence. Emma is convinced the answer lies in Bert’s dark past in his days in the Music Hall.
Our next meeting is on Tuesday April 1st at 10.30 am
Contact: Linda 07795 064266 or Sandra 07823 501716
Ukulele Soup
is a 6 piece group consisting of Andy on concert ukulele, banjolele, basket kazoo, shaker, vocals and comedy; Anne on concert ukulele, shaker and vocals; Clare on concert ukulele, shaker and vocals; Peter on tenor and baritone ukuleles and vocals; Paul on baritone ukulele and vocals; Bob on u-bass, The group made their debut in 2021 and have been entertaining a variety of social groups since then.
The members of Ukulele Soup all started out in traditional ukulele groups, but have sought to develop a more orchestrated style that brings out the excellence of individual voices and particular instrumental skills. They play a mix of blues, country, rock and jazz, making an ideal accompaniment to your events.
They describe themselves as, A blend of music to warm your evening, with a roll on the side…
If you would like to book Ukulele Soup, contact Bob Sapey, 07985 713961 or bobsapey@gmail.com www.ukulelesoup.uk
Bridge Clubs:
Mondays – We start play at 7.00pm but meet at the Arts Centre at least 10 minutes before play commences. We would welcome any new bridge players.
Tuesdays– Play starts at 1.30pm. This is a very friendly group and would welcome any new bridge players even if you have not played for a while. Come along to one of our sessions for further information. Jenny Gower 07910046651
Beginners Jewellery Classes in Garstang
Spring has arrived in our Beginners Jewellery Classes in Garstang Wednesday 2nd April 7-9 pm (day after April fools day!) I can help you restring your beads from £10 (this is no April fool joke!)Wednesday 9th April 7-9pm Needle felting Wednesday 16th April 7-9pm Girls night out activities! Wednesday 30th April 7-9pm Help you make a easy Silver Ring from £40 Contact:-07791146675 or email lizjewellery@aol.com
Love Painting Lancashire of Garstang
At Garstang Arts Centre. Beginners watercolour classes with new paints Friday 18th April at 7pm with watercolours. Spring flowers and Easter Themes. Prices start from £15 everything included if you have your own art materials bring them with you, paper available to but at £1 each, refreshments £1 with Free cake or biscuits. Run by a local Artist and a qualified Teacher Liz S contact:- madeingarstangart@gmail.com or ring 07857329805
Garstang Art Club, we meet most Friday Evenings 7-9pm in Garstang Arts Centre.
If you would to join are friendly club, come to our next get together on Friday 4th April 7pm visitors are most welcome to join us to meet a local Artist she will be doing a workshop in the medium brusho similar to watercolours. Take a look at our clubs Facebook page under the same name to see a painting with brusho.Costs Visitors £9, Members £8 with Free £1 Drinks, biscuits Pay on the door. Friday 11th April is our last get together before Easter. garstangartclub@gmail.com 07857329805
Garstang Painting Group
Join us every Wednesday 1-4pm we are looking for new members. Members are looking forward to painting new pictures for their exhibitions and competitions with a theme tbc Jean Grange starts on Tuesday 6th May 10am till the last week of May. If you would like to take part just come along to any of our Weekly Wednesday meetings 1-4pm. Members are looking forward to going on a trip to Saltaire to see David Hockney, the coach is now full.
All other enquires Liz 01995 606470/ Carolyn 01253 812270
The John Towers Big Band
On Friday 4th April the Band will be performing a concert at St Helens Church in Churchtown starting at 7.30pm.
This is in addition to our usual monthly Winmarleigh Village Hall concert which is on 18th April commencing at 8pm.
We will as usual be rehearsing at Garstang Arts Centre every Friday night between 8pm and 10pm (apart from concert nights) and you are welcome to attend.
For bookings and Band details contact Tony Berry 08750 061659
Other Groups that meet at the Arts Centre
Songbirds: Singing for pleasure Monday afternoons 1.30 – 3.30pm
Creative Card Making: Fourth Mon, 10.00am -12noon
Watercolour Workshop: Monday mornings
Sounds Right: First & third Mon in the month, mornings
Scrabble Group: Tues 1.30pm – 4.00pm
Folk Dancers: Tues 7.30 to 9.30pm (September to May)
Woolcraft Group: Tues 7.00 – 9.00pm & Friday 1.30 – 3.30pm
Needlework Group: Wed 10.00am – 12 noon
Garstang Chess Club: Thurs 1:30pm – 3:30pm.
Paint & Chatter: Fri 10.00am – 12noon
Tai Chi: Fri 12.15 – 1.00pm
The cafe is open Tuesdays and Thursday 10-4pm, Saturdays 10-12:30pm for a brew and a chat.
Curator : Vanessa Bracewell Assistant Curator : Madeline McLean
Arts Centre Tel No: 01995 606648
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