In celebration of Swarthmore opening on Saturdays we're offering a selection of fabulously affordable workshops.
These two hour sessions are perfect for you if you're wanting to try something new for the New Year or if you'd like to refresh your skills!
Settle into the New Year with this relaxed watercolour session inspired by the winter chill.
Make four watercolour images which can be inserted into greetings cards to take home and gift to friends.
Embrace your creative side in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Full guidance will be given as you master the art of macramé, learning three different types of knot that can be used for other craft projects.
Please note - this workshop is suitable for beginners but they must be 18+
If you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.
We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.
Join us in the Sanderson Room at Leeds Central Library for this live and interactive version of our popular Family History workshop, for a friendly introduction to key concepts and resources for complete beginners.
Free but booking required at www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents
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Back by popular demand, Hattie Go Lucky is once again returning to Swarthmore!!
Join us for a fun filled evening and learn some of the basic principles of burlesque whilst embracing your fearless side!
For those of you who joined Hattie in their first session here, you will be shown some more fabulous moves and will build on your previous experience.
You can wear your comfy clothes for the session or wear your best burlesque glam, we ask that you bring a robe with you and we'll provide the feather boas.
Hattie will definitely put a spell on you!
Join us to be creative, messy and experimental with paint. This monthly event is all about having fun and playing with paint. Let go of your inhibitions and splash colour on our walls. No creative ability is required, this is all about the process and enjoying the freedom of getting messy.
Recently had a go at crafting your own products and thinking you'd be able to turn them into a side hustle or business venture?
Join this workshop to get the skills you'll need to take your craft business to the next step.
In this two-day workshop we'll be joined by expert speakers who'll be going through some of the 'need to knows' as a maker, creator or crafter. From pricing your products to taking photographs and boosting your digital presence.
Over the two-days we'll have core talks and breakout rooms covering:
Day one – Friday 10th January
Explore the relationship between surrealist techniques and human and animal bodies in this free workshop.
Join visual poets Daniela Nicolaescu and Blaise Sales to create poetic collages about tongues (furry and otherwise), language and surrealist transformations, inspired by our current exhibition The Traumatic Surreal.
This workshop has been tailored for individuals aged 12 to 20 in mind, but all are welcome.
Evening classes at Yorkshire Dance.
This course is designed to develop your skills, no matter your current level. It promises to infuse your soul with colour and spice, engaging and inspiring you to move and dance with passion. From the vibrant hues of Indian classical dance to the dynamic energy of Bollywood and contemporary elements, this journey will educate and ignite your creativity, leaving you feeling enriched and motivated.
What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing and bare feet.
For more information
Evening classes at Yorkshire Dance.
This course is designed to develop your skills, no matter your current level. It promises to infuse your soul with colour and spice, engaging and inspiring you to move and dance with passion. From the vibrant hues of Indian classical dance to the dynamic energy of Bollywood and contemporary elements, this journey will educate and ignite your creativity, leaving you feeling enriched and motivated.
What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing and bare feet.
For more information