Exhibitions
The members of the Over Wyre Art Society will be exhibiting their work here at the Arts Centre from Tues. 1st through to Thurs. 24th July. A thriving group whose membership has increased dramatically over the past year. An opportunity to buy original art at very reasonable prices.
Sheila Tearle Tel: 01995 603816
PAINT GARSTANG 2025
The 4th Annual En Plein Air event will take place on Saturday 6th September.
Full details and entry forms are available on our website https://garstangartssociety.org.uk/paint-garstang/
Sheila Tearle Tel: 01995 603816
FREE Lunchtime Concerts start 3rd July 1pm – 2pm Free, Donations Welcome
Thursday July 3rd – UKULELE SOUP (A Ukulele band playing a warm blend of music with a little roll on the side)
Thursday July 10th –- SARAH GARRISH (Piano)
Thursday July 17 th – THE BAY SINGERS
Thursday July 24 th – MARIE RATCLIFFE (Piano)
Thursday July 31st– SIMON HALLIDAY
Garstang Summer Arts and Music Celebration 2025 – 17th July – 6th September
Join us in our Summer Arts and Music Celebration!
The Arts Centre will be host to a range of events across the festival, from Trails, Exhibitions, Craft Fairs, Workshops, Live Theatre, Concerts & Bands, and much much more.
There’s something for everyone to join in with and to make the most of the gorgeous summer sun!
See website for more details https://garstangartssociety.org.uk/garstang-celebration-of-art-and-music/
CRAFT FAIR
Saturday 19th July – 10am – 3pm – unique locally made items for sale.
Talking Café:
Dates for July are Thursday 10th and 24th at 1:30pm. Come along for a brew and a chinwag.
Garstang Ukulele Group
On a gloriously sunny day, a large group of ukulele lads and lasses played at Bleasdale Tower Gardens to a very appreciative audience. The sunshine brought out a large crowd who were relaxed, happy and ready to be entertained. We put on a grand performance, one of our best I think, which was very warmly received. The festive atmosphere was enhanced by the beauty of the gardens. What a fabulous way to spend a sunny afternoon.
A first for our group today, while one group played at Alexandra Care Home in Poulton reprising our VE Day concert, another group performed the same set at Alexandra Court Care Home in Thornton Cleveleys. Dressed to impress, our selection of songs from yesteryear created a wonderful stroll down memory lane for our audiences.
This meant twice the fun and twice the number of very happy audience members who clapped, cheered and sang along with us.
Know that wherever we may roam we are always delighted to bring our brand of music and fun to you. You can contact us on our Facebook page, email Trevor Philips at mail@trevorphillips.co.uk or call 01995600378 . Ruth McBride
200 CLUB Autumn Draw
Again thank you to everyone who has supported the 200, Club which also supports the Arts Centre.
Autumn Draw – John Towers Big Band has offered to host the Autumn Draw at their Arts Festival concert on Friday 5th September.
Any subscribers who have not yet paid for their Autumn Draw ticket please make sure your £6.50 is in before the end of July.
Anyone who does not have a draw number and would like to be “In it to win it” please contact me as I keep a waiting list and from 1st August will be selling any numbers for which I have not received payment.
The Big Band concert is to be a FREE Festival concert so Arts Centre tickets will not be required. However I believe tables will be reservable so get your booking in soon.
Carolyn 07504148568 worthington70@outlook.com
Garstang Poetry Appreciation Group
The Poetry Appreciation Group’s July meeting will be held on Friday 25th at 2.00 pm in The Garstang Arts Centre. The theme this month will be ‘The Poetry of U A Fanthorpe and Charles Causley’. The meeting will be led by Pat Pugh.
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.
The Book Club
Last month’s book provided us with lots to discuss and was generally enjoyed by all. This month we are reading “The Forgotten Letters of Esther Durrant” by Kayte Nunn.
A collection of love letters are discovered on a remote island off the Cornish coast by marine scientist Rachel, she is determined to find the recipient. This sets off a chain of events uncovering secrets buried for over sixty years revealing a heart breaking story.
Next meeting is on Tuesday July 1st at 10.30am. Linda 07795 064266 or Sandra 07823 501716
Ukulele Soup: A blend of music to warm your evening, with a roll on the side…
Ukulele Soup is led by stand up comedian, Andy Stewart and also features the vocals of Anne Kelsal, Clare Honeysett, Peter Thomas and Paul King, all supported by Bob Sapey on his fretless u-bass.
The group has developed a style that brings out the excellence of individual voices and particular instrumental skills. They play a mix of jazz, rock and blues.
If you would like to book Ukulele Soup for a community event or a private function please contact Bob Sapey, 07985 713961 or bobsapey@gmail.com
For details of our upcoming performances see www.ukulelesoup.uk
Bridge Club
Monday at 7pm. New playing members are always welcome.
Tuesday at 1.30pm. This is a friendly group and would welcome anyone who has not played for sometime. Absolute beginners can come and be given advice concerning lessons and the best book to obtain and study. Jenny Gower 07910046651
Garstang Beginners Jewellery Classes & Workshops everything is include.
Classes and workshops with a local Jewellery Designer Tutor
•Wednesday 2nd July 7-9pm Beginners Needle Felting with Wet Felting workshop either or both, with local wool, Make a Brooch
•Wednesday 9th July Bead restringing 7-9pm, bring your beads with you or there be a selection from you to choose from
•Saturday 12th July 1.30pm-4pm Beginners Resin Making
•Wednesday 16th July 7-9pm Beginners Wire work
•Wednesday 23rd July 7-9pm Make a Bee
•Wednesday 30th July 7-9pm Make a Silver Pendant
Pay on the side door FREE Wine/Refreshments
Contact:-07791146675 or email lizjewellery@aol.com
Garstang Bead Social
We are not a membership group or club
We are raising money for save the children Garstang vital funds. All money goes to the charity.
We would like to thank everyone who have kindly taken part, donated, or bought our lovely beads bracelets at Save the Children Garstang shop and Garstang Arts Centre
Our next event is Wednesday 9th July 7-9pm Costs £5 for FREE wine, Free beads, Free tuition. For everyone is welcome.
If you have beads bring them with you
Pay on the Side door at The Gallery Cafe, Garstang Art Centre, Croston Rd, Garstang PR31EB
Or Ring 07791146675 for more info
Love Painting Lancashire of Garstang at Garstang Arts Centre.
With an excellent local Artist Tutor
Beginners Drawing and Painting Social Class.
We are not a membership club or group
Friday 25th July Oil Seascape Canvas
We are in the Gallery Cafe Room with a New Exhibition, come for a private viewing and paint with outstanding art work. Meet Arty new friendly ladies and gentlemen. Everything included, if you have your own art materials bring them with you, paper available to buy at £1 each, FREE Wine & Refreshments with cake/biscuits. For more info get intouch by email madeingarstangart@gmail.com or ring 07857329805
Garstang Art Club, we meet most Friday Evenings 7-9pm at Garstang Arts Centre.
If you would like to join us our next get together is on Friday 11th July 7pm, we’re meeting for chat and paint, then every week. On a Couple of Friday evenings we meet at the Arts Centre then go to the river side to practice our Plein air skills for Garstang Plein Aire in September.
•Tuesday 22nd July Members are taking part in The walk of Art around Garstang Shops with Quiz more info on sheets from the Newsagent High Street and Arts Centre
•Get in touch garstangartclub@gmail.com or ring 07857329805
Garstang Painting Group
Taking part in Garstang Arts and Music Festival
•From Tuesday 22nd July
Garstang Walk of Art with quiz around Garstang shops. The Quiz sheets can be picked up from local shops or at Arts Centre small prize for the best one at end of quiz more info on sheet and brochure. Winners will be contacted
•From Wednesday 23rd July 1.30pm -3.30pm
Montmartre, members are painting in the courtyard, with outside entertainment by Garstang Ukulele (weather permitting)
Cafe will be open by members selling handmade cakes and refreshments
•From Tuesday 29th July Garstang Painting Group Members voting exhibition 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize money donation in memory of Jean Colclough a member.
Contact Liz 01995 606470/ Carolyn 01253 812270
The John Towers Big Band
Due to holiday commitments we didn’t have a concert at Winmarleigh in June so we are eager to get going again.
The Band will be back performing the very best of Big Band swing at Winmarleigh Village Hall on Friday 18th July starting at 8pm
Don’t forget entrance is free of charge, there is a bar and hot food is available.
If you can’t make it to Winmarleigh we rehearse every Friday night (apart from Concert nights) at Garstang Arts Centre from 8pm until 10pm and you are welcome to attend.
Contact :- Tony Berry 07850 061659
Songbirds
Songbirds go from strength to strength enjoying singing for pleasure and social time together. If you would like to enjoy an afternoon of singing and meet new friends do join us every Monday 1.30 to 3.30 at the Art Centre you would be made very welcome.
Other Groups that meet at the Arts Centre, more details on the website.
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
w: www.garstangartssociety.org.uk
facebook: artcentre.garstang
twitter: ArtsGarstang
Judy Osborne (07581 078888)
Garstang Arts Centre 