Events
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Event title: On Bread Alone
When: 19th April – 17th June
Where: Nexus Art Cafe Manchester
Information: When times are lean, is art an indulgent luxury that should be trimmed?Is it enough to focus on our physical needs, or are we in need of other types of nourishment?Does art just feed egos? Or does it sets the table for us all to break bread together?
Nexus Art Cafe presents work from new and emerging artists, exploring these questions and taking fresh perspectives on our ideas of the necessary and the luxury.
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When: 17-22nd May
Where: Kraak Gallery, Manchester
Information: Red Room comprises of eight Film and Media students from MMU, who have spent the past 8 months dedicating their time to the completion of eight unique photography dissertations. With the creative content varying from Anneliese Devine’s ‘psycho-geography’, to Erin Priddey’s exploration of murder sites in and around Manchester, the eclectic range of projects reflects the individuality and subjective nature of each student. With the intention of invoking a variety of conflicting emotions within the viewer, each project captures the creative essence of its creator, whilst delving within obscure and varying subject material; from Lucy Walls’ exploration of Surrealism, to Charli Greaves’ emotive depiction of derelict asylums. Other projects include: Jessica Gluba’s exploration of loss and grief , Sophie Harrison’s Voyeuristic depiction of the voyeur, Will Brown’s invasive study of the human form and Ami Stevens’ surreal twist upon conventional fashion photography.
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Event title: Encompass Fine Art Exhibition
When: 19th May-17th June
Where: Falcon Mill
Information: Featuring work by emerging and International Artists; Stuart John Hine, Tracie Shaylor, Sharon Forrest, Siobhan Moakes.
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Event title: Bolton Craft Fair
When: 26th May 10:00-15:00
Where: The Church House, St Matthew’s Church, Church Street, Bolton
Information: A small event, with hugely talented Crafts people. We believe in quality over quantity and our 9 stalls showcase some amazing crafts people from the northwest. Stalls include cupcakes, needlecraft, greeting cards, soaps, jewellery and candles.
Enjoy a hot or cold beverage from the kitchen, all proceeds from the drinks goes straight towards the church roof appeal, helping preserve this local landmark. Show support for this local event and be proud to support independent Crafts people.
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Event title: Magpies Markets: Alderley Edge Craft Market
When: 26th May 10:30- 4pm
Where: Festival Hall, Talbot Rd
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Event title: Access Approved Art: Moot Point
When: 26th May – 29th May 2012
Where: Cube Gallery, Manchester
Information: An exhibition of contemporary artwork by Access Approved Art: a collaborative group of Fine Artists from the University of Bolton. The first public exhibition of our collective artworks has been funded, managed and promoted by our own endeavours. It aims to initiate an exciting dialogue on an eclectic mix of contemporary themes. Traditional approaches of painting, drawing, sculpture and printmaking combine with other artistic media such as film, digital photography and installation.
The exhibition will be opened by Award winning Royal Shakespeare Company, film and TV actor Simon Trinder.
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Event title: Westhoughton Vintage Fair
When: 27th May 12-5pm
Where: Mercury Hotel, Westhoughton
Information: Vibrant Vintage by Victoria Claire are hosting their 4th vintage and retro craft fair at the Mercury Hotel in Westhoughton, Bolton. The fair will have a Jubilee theme, and visitors can vote on their best dressed stall. Furthermore, a photographer will be on site taking photos of the fair and the most stylish visitors may have the chance to appear on the uber trendy website The Mancunianist.
This intimate fair will have a range of stalls selling vintage and retro clothing, accessories, homewear and retro craft jewellery and gifts and of course a yummy cupcake stall and homemade chocolate. Admission is just 50p. The fair will start at 12 and finish at 5.
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Event title: Crafty Craft Fair
When: 27th May 11am-3pm
Where: Bacup, Lancashire
Information: Bacup hub welcomes Bacup Craft fair consisting of between 38-42 Stalls of handcrafted goods including cards, cakes, jewellery and more.
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Event title: Draw North West
When: 29th May
Where: Common Bar
Information: Manchester meet-ups for illustrators in the NW. Leave your lairs, get weird about pens.
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Event title: Walk of the Roses Charity Fashion Show
When: Wednesday 30th May 7:30
Where: Chorlton Irish Club
Information: A fashion show by J’adore Vintage featuring catwalks, live singers, dancers and DJ and all for a fantastic cause! (All proceeds going to Oxfam)! Lots of entertainment on the night too, well worth a trip to Chorlton.
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When: 31st May- 4th June
Where: Camp and Furnace in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle
Information: The Liverpool Art Fair is an exciting new open submission selling event over five days, designed to connect local artists with new art buyers on a large scale, break down barriers, and make affordable art accessible to all.
Showcasing a wide range of affordable original art by selected local artists, both established and up and coming, the fair will include a section of specially created work under £100, and a maximum price level of £1,000. The Liverpool Art Fair will provide a unique insight into the region’s creative talent; whether seasoned collector or first time art buyer, the fair will give everyone the opportunity to own their own piece of the Liverpool art world.
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Event title: Poynton Arts and Crafts Fair
When: June 2nd 10am-2pm
Where: Poynton Civic Hall
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Event title: Saddleworth Vintage and Handmade Fair
When: 3rd June
Where: Civic Hall, Uppermill
Information: Central to the bank holiday weekend celebrations in June will be a 1950s themed Vintage and Handmade Fair showcasing the best in local vintage influenced designers, makers and manufacturers.
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Event title: Infectious 2012 Blackpool and the Fylde College School of Creative Arts Graduate Show
When: 6th – 22nd June 2012
Where: Cube, 113 – 115 Portland Street, Manchester
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Event title: I used to Dream in Black and White
When: June 7th – July 15th
Where: The Art Lounge, Derbyshire
Information: An exhibiton of works by printmakers Denis Whiteside & Ian Irving.
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Event title: Prospection
When: 8th June – 30th June
Where: 32 Corporation Street, Bolton
Information: ‘Prospection’ is an exciting and provocative new exhibition to be held at Neo:Gallery 32, from Thursday 7th June. It will combine the work of three artists, Lynn Hall, Ruth Whyte and Janine Williamson who first met in 2006 while studying BA (Hons) Fine Art at the University of Bolton. The title, ‘Prospection’, refers to having the ability to look forward in time and consider the future, particularly apt in this current climate of uncertainty. Like most people, the three have all had their own personal challenges to deal with in the last few years and felt that exhibiting together would be a great way of sharing their experiences with each other and the public in an exhibition that promises to be both optimistic and poignant.
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Event title: England til I Die: Photographs from Adrian Barber
When: 9th June – 15th Sept
Where: Bolton Museum
Information: To coincide with the England football team’s appearance in the 2012 European Championship Finals, these photos of local people taken during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa capture all the drama, pain and community spirit generated by following England. This project commissioned by Bolton at Home.
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When: Saturday June 9th 2012
Where: St George’s Hall, Liverpool
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When: Sunday 10th June
Where: Victoria Baths
Information: Mid-Century, Retro & Kitsch rolled into one Stylish Show!
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Event title: University of Central Lancashire Graduate Photography Degree Exhibition 2012
When: Friday 15th June
Where: Victoria Building, UCLAN
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Event title: Dotty Delightful: Truly Scrumptious Handmade & Vintage Craft Fair
When: 23rd June 10am-5pm & 24th June 10am-4pm
Where: Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Information: The fair is going to be a two day spectacular of crafts, vintage, entertainment and music with craft workshops, a vintage tearoom and lots of handmade goodness.
There will be over a 100 stalls selling the northwest’s finest gifts, clothes, toys, accessories, food, art, cards, homewares and much …more. We are lucky enough to have two performances on the sunday from the very lovely burlesque performer Kitty Koko . Plus I am honoured to announce that the amazingly talented Kirsty Almeida will be performing too!
We shall be having various bands performing over the weekend on the stage and tea and cakes served on vintage china all in the beautiful art deco surroundings of the Pavilion theatre at the Winter Gardens situated in the middle of Blackpool town centre 23rd June 10am – 5pm and 24th June 2012 10pm – 4pm Free entry.
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Event title: Crafty Vintage
When: June 23rd
Where: Whalley Methodist Church Hall
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Event title: Summer Craft Festival in Saddleworth
When: June 24th
Where: Uppermill Civic Hall
Information: The ‘Summer Craft Festival’ will be again held at the Uppermill Civic Hall and as usual will be more than just your average craft market. Along with the traditional and modern crafts and handmade food stalls, there will also be plenty to entertain the children, with face-painting, free balloons and a ‘Daisy Chain Competition’. Not to mention the return of Neela with the brilliant ‘Creation Station’ who provides an area for arts and crafts for kids of all ages.
The vintage teashop area will again be open for business serving food and drinks and will be joined by a hog roast and a chocolate fountain. A series of craft demonstrations will be provided on several of the stalls throughout the day so that you can see how people create some of the wonderful items which are for sale.
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Event title: Crafty Vintage
When: June 30th-July 1st
Where: Weekender at Brockholes Nature Reserve
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Event title: Vintage & Retro Craft Fair
When: Sunday 1st July 10am-4pm
Where: Haigh Hall
Information: Vibrant Vintage are proud to announce that they are organising a vintage and retro craft fair in the impressive Haigh Hall. The fair will utilise the upstairs and down stairs rooms for the fair. There will be a range of stalls selling vintage and retro clothing, accessories, homewear, china as well has handmade jewellery, gifts and local artisits as well as a vintage sweet shop, cupcake stall and chocolate stall.
Throughout the day there will be live entertainment, with vintage cars and scooters parked outside the hall. Finally, there is a bar located off the ground floor ball room selling hot and cold food as well as vintage themed cocktails and a small admission fee of £1.
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Event title: Bolton International Tattoo Bazar
When: 7-8th July
Where: De Vere Whites, Reebok Stadium
Information: Over 100 of the very best tattoo artists from all over the world will be working, so youll get to see some of the best tattooing in the world, and even get some amazing ink yourself. In addition we have an event full of Eastern Promise from Belly-dancers, Drummers and Eastern Burlesque to live music, a market, art gallery, massage area and a brilliant Family Fun Area including Bouncy Castles, Inflatables, a Funfair and much more! Well be putting up our attending artists, vendor and entertainment list shortly, so come along to this unique themed show, see / get some amazing tattoo work, enjoy a fantastic array of entertainment and bring the family. Follow @BoltonBazaar.
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Event title: Sugar Plum Bakery Pop Up – Baking for babies
When: July 14th
Where: Spice Valley, Horwich
Information: Hosted by Dolly Bakes and Mummy’s Little Peeps – a fun filled day for the whole family, raising much needed jack dash for the special care baby unit.
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Event title: Crafty Vintage
When: July 21st
Where: Whalley Methodist Church Hall
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Event title: Charity Catwalk Show – ‘The 1950′s Pin Up Party’
When: 29th July
Where: Ridgmont House, Horwich.
Information: This event is being held to raise money for UNICEF and Shoebiz. A donation from each ticket sold will go to UNICEF. The ticket fee includes entry to the event including The Catwalk Show and Afternoon tea. There will be stalls selling various accessories and treats aswell as an ‘Express Booth’ where you can have a quick vintage makeover for a small charge of £5.
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Event title: Art for All: Selections from the Bolton Art Collection
When: 22nd September – 10th November
Where: Bolton Museum
Information: Part three of our 1950s season is a look at the development of the Council art collection from the 1950s to the present day. Rediscover some old friends and some less familiar works in this survey of what Bolton has collected over the last 60 years and why.
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Event title: Crafty Craft Fair
When: 23rd September 11am-3pm
Where: Bacup, Lancashire
Information: Bacup hub welcomes Bacup Craft fair consisting of between 38-42 Stalls of handcrafted goods including cards, cakes, jewellery and more.
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Event title: Burscough Wharf Chic Vintage Fair
When: 24th November
Where: Burscough Wharf, Burscough.
Information: Burscough Wharf CHIC VINTIQUE FAIR a blend of vintage/retro, arts, quality arts, crafts, collectables, quality antiques, and gorgeous gifts and goodies. 10.00 am – 4.00 pm at Burscough Wharf, Liverpool Road North (A59), Burscough, L40 5RZ. Adult admission £1.50 Bookings and all information from BR Events.
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