Exhibitions —
It is always a pleasure to welcome members of Blackburn Artists for their new exhibition
commencing Tues 10th March to Thurs 2nd April.
Original pieces of art at reasonable prices.

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Garstang & District Arts Society AGM
will be held on Saturday 18th April at 2pm at the Arts Centre – All welcome

Spring Craft Fair
Our first Craft Fair of 2026 is here!
Saturday 28th March 10am – 3pm at the Garstang Arts Centre with all things handcrafted to bring in Spring. A beautiful selection of handmade wooden pieces, sewing creations, unique jewellery, stunning textile work, and more.
From special gifts to one of a kind pieces for you home, come along and celebrate wonderful local makers!

Talking Café: Dates for March are Thursday 5th and 19th at 1:30pm. Come along for a brew.

200 CLUB FUNDRAISER
The Big Draw is to take place during the Inter Group Quiz on the evening Saturday 11th April in the Arts Centre.
Because Easter is early this year all the tickets must be sold before the end of March. I have a several numbers which have not yet been renewed. These will all go on sale from 1st March. So If you haven’t purchased a number yet and would like to do so, please text, email or phone asap.
£6.50 per number for April draw only – prizes from £20 to £200..
Further details from the Arts Centre or from Carolyn Worthington 07504148568 or worthington70@outlook.com

ARTS CENTRE INTERGROUP QUIZ on 11th April
The Intergroup Quiz competing for the Charles Flatt Trophy will be taking place at the Arts Centre on Saturday 11th April 7.00, being hosted by last year’s winners, The Poetry Group. Please note the 7pm start – it has in the past sometimes been a 7.30 start.
We are calling for all groups to enter their teams now. The room can only take 14 teams maximum so don’t miss out – enter your team as soon as possible.
Teams of 4 to 6 – you do not have to be a member of the Arts Centre nor a subscriber to the 200 Club to enter. There is no fee to enter a team..
If you wish to come along to watch the fun the fun 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.
May the smartest team win!
Further information from the Arts Centre or from Carolyn on 07504148568

Garstang Ukulele Group
As the long, dark days of Winter gradually lose their grip, spirits start to lighten and moods lift. The temperature slowly rises, snow drops and daffodils begin to show that there is life after the dreary days of winter. In the past month we have taken our Rock and Roll show on the road visiting Care Homes and performing at birthday parties, always to generous applause. However this time of year is one of refreshment, revitalisation and fresh starts for our ukulele group. We are currently working on new material, exciting new arrangements and some surprises. Like the re-emergence of Spring flowers, our group is heading into the future with renewed vigour, optimism and excitement for what is yet to come.
You can always find out what we are up to or where we are performing on our website.
To those of you we played for last year, thank you for your continued support. Our resolution this year is again to support our Art Centre, bring fun and enjoyment to you all and raise more money for charity.
As ever, you can contact any member of our group, message us on our Facebook page, email Trevor Philips at mail@trevorphillips.co.uk or call 01995600378 and if you have never met us before why not find out just how well we can add some fun to your celebrations.
Ruth McBride

Garstang Poetry Appreciation Group
The Poetry Appreciation Group’s March meeting will be held on Friday 27th at 2.00 pm in The Garstang Arts Centre. The theme this month will be ‘The Poems of Betjeman and Larkin’. 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 contact Gary Walmsley 01772 785693

The Book Club
Our next meeting is on March 3rd. Our last book “Disgrace” created a huge, but generally agreeable, discussion. It was very thought provoking. Our next book is F. Scott Fitzgeralds “ The Great Gatsby”, set in the 1920’s, the Jazz Age. Jay Gatsby embodies the American dream but although he has the trappings of wealth, his long lost love, Daisy, has married someone else and lives close by, the rekindling of their passion has explosive ramifications.
Our membership is full at the moment and we have a waiting list.
Contact: Linda 07795 064266 or Sandra 07823 501716

Ukulele Soup
Influenced by jazz, soft rock and blues, and frequently described as “bringing joy”, Ukulele Soup are a musical treat laced with comedy – perfect to warm your heart, please your ear and make you smile.
Suitable for all your community and private events.
For bookings contact Anne Kelsall annekelsall@hotmail.com 07790 013679

Garstang Musical Productions are rehearsing hard for our special 40th Anniversary Concert, and will be performing our concert twice.
Thursday 12th March at Garstang Arts Centre and
Saturday 14th March at The Wyrebank, Garstang.
We are preparing a unique evening of musical entertainment that will bring together performers past and present to celebrate four decades of local musical theatre. The concert will feature a wide-ranging selection of songs chosen by both current and former members of the company, as well as by members of the audience.
With a set list spanning 40 years of Garstang Musical Productions’ history, the programme promises something for everyone, from much-loved show tunes to memorable numbers from productions that have helped shape the group since it was founded in 1986.
Tickets are still available via the Garstang Musical Productions Facebook page, and from the group’s pop-up box office on Thursday evenings at Garstang Arts Centre from 7.15pm.
All tickets are £5.00.
For further information, please contact a member of the GMP Committee via Facebook or call 07803 786895.

Bridge : Mondays at 7pm. We welcome experienced players preferably with a partner.
Bridge : Tuesdays at 1.30pm. This is a very friendly group who welcome players with some experience. Help is at hand to improve play. You do not need to come with a partner as there is a host. For further information contact Jenny Gower 07910046651

Garstang Beginners Jewellery Workshops
Everyone Welcome. Contact for prices
With local Jewellery Designer and tutor
Make Gifts and treats!
Every Wednesday evenings 7-9pm and a Saturday afternoon 1.30-4pm
Monday 4th week of month morning 10.30am
Dates:-
Wed 4th March 7pm Felt Brooch
Wed 11th March 7pm Resin pendant
Wed 18th March 7pm Silver Earrings/Polymer Clay
Wed 25th March 7pm Easter Jewellery making
Monday 23rd March 10.30am Felt Brooch /Polymer Clay
Book on to secure your place or pay on the side door
📞07791146675 Email lizjewellery@aol.com
Donation for refreshments and Wine to our local charity

Love painting Lancashire Garstang
Beginners Art Workshops
Everyone Welcome• Contact for prices
With a local Artist and Tutor
Friday 13th March 7pm, Lino printing Workshop with Floral and Seasonal Themes, everything is included
More info and Book on or pay on the side door
01995 606470 or
Email lovepaintinglancashire@gmail.com
Donations to Croston House, Cancer Care Garstang for our refreshments and Wine

Garstang Art Club meet on Friday evenings
New Members are very welcome
Friday 6th March 7pm Liam Dickinson Portrait Artist of the year oil Demonstration £10 visitors welcome.
Donations to Croston House, Cancer Care Garstang for our Art Club Refreshments, Wine & seasonal treats. Italian bean Coffee, hot chocolates £3
Friday 20th March, 7pm paint and social. We welcome all New members of all levels of art
Your most welcome to borrow our art materials or bring your own
Contact garstangartclub@gmail.com or 01995606470

Wednesday Painting Group.
We meet every Wednesday from 1pm to 4pm, new members very welcome. We have just had our first workshop of the year with Graham Lowe, which was very well attended and enjoyed by all. Unfortunately our March demonstration has had to be rearranged and will be later in the year. In March we have planned a trip to the Whitworth Gallery in Manchester to see an exhibition of works by Hokusai, the Japanese artist.
For more information contact Carolyn 01253 812270 or Sandra 07823 501716

The John Towers Big Band
Having had a great night at February’s concert at Winmarleigh Village Hall we are looking forward to an even better night at Winmarleigh on Friday 20th March, starting at 8pm
Don’t forget there is a bar and hot meals are available at this award winning venue
As usual you are welcome to come along to any of our Friday night rehearsals at Garstang Arts Centre, which also start at 8pm.
Hope to see you at one (or both) of these venues
Contact:- Tony Berry (07850 061659)
Garstang Wine Circle – – Monday 16th March 2026 @ 7.30pm. Hopefully, we will be tasting wines from Serbia, presented by Niko who imports wines from his home country and he runs two successful Wine Bars, one in Preston and one in Lytham. Anne Marie Whitehead 01995 603311
Tai Chi – Dates for March
Fridays 6th, 13th & 20th 1pm – 1:50pm and 2pm – 2:50pm
There is a £3 teachers fee per session.

Songbirds
We sing for pleasure (no auditions), meet new friends in a relaxing environment, you will be made very welcome. We meet on Mondays 1.30 – 3.15pm
Avril Bevan

Other Groups that meet at the Arts Centre, more details on the website.
Watercolour Workshop: Monday mornings
Sounds Right: First & third Mon in the month, mornings
Scrabble Group: Tues 1.30pm – 4.00pm
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 + 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month 7-9.30pm
Paint & Chatter: Fri 10.00am – 12noon
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
w: http://www.garstangartssociety.org.uk
facebook: artcentre.garstang