 Sunny Streets!
15th June 2009
Sunday June 14th saw the annual Streets Alive! festival in Loughborough, this time with a French twist! The day was enjoyed by thousands of people from across the region with street entertainment, French market stalls and participatory arts workshops - something for everyone. The continental theme brought with it matching glorious weather and the streets of Loughborough truly did become Les Rues Vivantes! |  Writing Volunteers Wanted!
1st June 2009
The Literature Network is looking for volunteers to help young people and others in need to develop their writing skills. With one to one support or in small groups, people can make huge leaps forward in learning. If you are a strong writer and would like to volunteer some of your time to share your skills with others, please contact damien@charnwood-arts.org.uk |  Poetry And A Pint In Charnwood And Kenya!
1st June 2009
The first of four free Charnwood Arts Poetry and a Pint sessions is at the Pack Horse Pub, Loughborough on Monday 8th June from 7.30pm. Anyone with an interest in writing is invited to come along, grab a pint and join in with this fun workshop on the theme of "Charnwood: Land of Legends". Work created will be developed alongside "twin" workshops being held in Kenya to produce a joint online anthology. Over 18s only. More details from Jemma Bagley on 01509-821035 or jemmab@charnwood-arts.org.uk |  PICNIC IN THE PARK A HUGE SUCCESS!
11th May 2009
Picnic In The Park defied the odds and the elements to make this year's event another huge success. An estimated 2,000 people came to Loughborough's Queen's Park through the day, confirming just what a favourite Picnic continues to be. A huge thank you to all participants, performers, stallholders and helpers. See you next year! Pictured: The Black Eagles |  "Colours Meet Rituals And People" by Subir Basak
29th April 2009
"Light is my inspiration because it creates the image..." I am Subir Basak from Kolkata, India and I do not like to be called a photographer; instead I like the phrase "artist of light and shade" better... My real topic of interest - and the favourite of many photographers - became people. I try to give a form of reality and truthfulness to emotions, surroundings, values, traditions and the lives of people. My camera clicked...clicked...clicked... Pixel and Grain Gallery, Loughborough Town Hall until June 19th. |  Ho3C
22nd April 2009
The Heart of 3 Cities Brochure is now available. This lists dozens of arts and cultural activities taking place in Charnwood from late April to early June. Click on the title above to download your one now. Alternatively you can call or email to request a copy. |  "TRIBUTE" by Charnwood Arts
24th March 2009
Glastonbudget Tributes and the Real Deals... Keeping The Music Alive!
Now dubbed as Europe's largest tribute and new bands festival, Glastonbudget is held annually over the late May Bank Holiday weekend, just outside the Charnwood village of Wymeswold. Charnwood Arts has been involved since the early days and has documented Glastonbudget photographically over the years as well as running its own venue at the festival, the Charnie Arnie Marquee, for the first time in 2008. Pixel and Grain Gallery, Loughborough Town Hall until April 17th. |  "The Coffee House" Issue 18 Now Available
18th March 2009
Issue 18 of our Poetry, Prose and Visual Art Magazine "The Coffee House" is now available from the Charnwood Arts office on Granby Street, Loughborough. This special edition is dedicated to Loughborough artist and writer Sally Chisholm who sadly died last year and includes work by Sally herself, her friends and colleagues. She will be greatly missed. |  miniWORDS 2009 now live
27th February 2009
Charnwood Arts is pleased to announce the launch of its miniWORDS 2009 competition. Enter a narrative in prose or verse in 50 words or less to be in with a chance of winning £250. Click on the image or title above to visit the website. |  Luis Afonso's Portugal: From City to Sea
23rd January 2009
"Photographing in the public space is an art on its own, highly inspirational..." Luis Afonso's love for the city, its everyday life and the beauty of unfamiliar encounters, is now being shared with the joy of being among nature, the wide open fields and the salted water. "Are there any similarities between these two genres within my photography? Well, you decide?..." Pixel and Grain Gallery, Loughborough Town Hall until March 6th, 2009 |
| | | |
|
