Avian Antics Family Easter Sewing Workshop with Hannah Gardiner

Under the careful guidance of Hannah, hand sew some adorable Easter novelties.

There will be a selection of 10 pre-cut items to choose from, including hanging decorations, purses, pin cushions and more. Most participants will be able to create 3-4 items during the workshop.

This session is perfect for for children ages 7+

Please note - tickets are for 1 parent or guardian and 1 child only. The parent/guardian is expected to stay for the duration of the workshop and help their child with their Easter crafting.

Lambrini Girls

Lambrini Girls have released their long-awaited debut album Who Let The Dogs Out via City Slang. With their record in-stores starting today, most of which are sold-out, and a UK April headline tour, which are also almost sold-out, they have now announced their return to the US to follow after.

Patrick Wolf

Patrick Wolf today announces the release of his long-awaited seventh album Crying The Neck due out 25th April via APPORT / Virgin Music and available to pre-order here. The album features guest appearances from Zola Jesus, Serafina Steer, drummer Seb Rochford and Wolf’s sister Jo Apps. Alongside news of an extensive UK, European and US tour, the dates of which are listed below, Wolf has shared first single “Dies Irae”, an anthemic “affirmation of life” set in the days before the passing of his mother..

Focus

The band from the 1960/70’s that just keeps giving. 

Featuring Thijs Van Leer, Pierre Van Der Linden, Menno Gootjes and Udo Pannekeet, Focus return to UK and European concert stages during 2025/26.

Fresh from a successful 2024 which included the release of their new studio album Focus 12, extensive European/UK touring as well as a month-long tour of the USA  they will traverse Europe to give their loyal fans what they always want - a good time, and timeless music.
Each song is breathtakingly unique, and each performance different to the one before.

The Monochrome Set

The Monochrome are currently touring to promote their latest album, 'Marc Riley Sessions from 2011 to 2022.'.

The band feature original Monochrome Set members Bid (guitar/vocals) and Andy Warren (bass) with Athen Ayren on keyboards and Stephen Gilchrist on drums.

The Monochrome Set formed in 1978, and were heavily influential in the post-punk scene that evolved after the initial scorched earth of punk.

Kalandra

Spearheaded by four Norwegian/Swedish musicians, Kalandra is a band with roots in melancholic Nordic folk and gritty guitars, weaving ethereal melodies into raw and eerie musical landscapes.

imagine if theatre company - Writers’ Toolbox 2

imagine if theatre company is offering an incredible, accessible opportunity for female identifying working-class writers over 18.

Writers’ Toolbox 2 is a six-month paid programme, starting in April in Leeds. The focus will be on writing for stage and screen and supporting women to begin working on a new piece of writing as well as giving them the tools to secure funding to produce their own work.  We want to support writers of all levels of experience, who have distinctive voices and incredible stories to tell.

Sewcialise with Alison Teece

Why sew alone when you can Sewcialise together!


If you're working on a sewing project and need a little help, come on down to Swarthmore where expert tutor Alison, will be able to help you overcome any technical difficulties.

Perhaps you just want to sew in a creative, warm and friendly atmosphere with a group of likeminded individuals, then this workshop is tailored for you!

Make friends while you mend, sew, construct or tailor!

Introduction to Drawing with Paul Digby

Join artist and educator Paul Digby in this fabulous one day workshop.

Participants will explore a variety of materials, including graphite, pencil and pen, all while learning essential drawing methods such as line drawing, shading techniques (hatching, cross-hatching, and stipping), and the principles of composition.

The workshop emphasiseshands-on exercises, allowing participants to practice quick sketches, create shaded forms and develop small compositions that integrate learned techniques.

Make a Miniature Polymer Clay Pet with Georgia Osborn

Under the careful guidance of artist Georgia, you will first learn the basics of using polymer clay before moving onto designing your miniature pet and finally moulding them from polymer clay. Feel free to come prepared with ideas and photographs or let inspiration strike during the workshop!

Whilst the miniature pets are baking, you will craft tiny trinket homes for them from fabric and a matchbox.