Prunella Clough had an enduring curiosity in seeing the everyday anew and in so doing, making it ‘strange and unfamiliar’. She spent ‘a lifetime’s graft’ capturing the urban landscapes of Britain and this centenary celebration spans six decades of her work from her early figurative industrial scenes to her later. . .

Our first exhibition to explore Walter Hussey’s patronage of Henry Moore reveals the important relationship between artist and patron as well as capturing key moments in his career. Sculptures, etchings, lithographs and drawings all give an insight into the evolution of Moore’s work. . . .

Discover a fascinating history of alliances and connections among the women artists of the early 20th century, centred on the pioneering work of Jessica Dismorr (1885 – 1939). An artist at the forefront of the avant-garde in Britain – from her involvement with the Rhythm group during the late 1910s,. . .

An exploration of the role of art in community, identity and protest. The first chance in the UK to see American Pop artist Jann Haworth (b. 1942) and Liberty Blake’s (b. 1968) mural, Work in Progress. The 28ft mural is the result of a collaborative community project and celebrates women. . .

Treat yourself to a low-cost therapeutic massage session, either for relaxation or to address specific health concerns, with experienced practitioner Caroline King. Remedial massage enhances circulation, stimulates the lymph system and promotes wellbeing.  It helps with stress-related conditions such as tension headaches, as well as sciatic problems, repetitive strain injury. . .

Experience a Reiki healing session in our Meditation Sanctuary, set in the peaceful grounds of the Hamblin garden.  Reiki Master Derek Hedicker is offering a 50-minute session at a low-cost rate, to make Reiki healing accessible and affordable. Reiki is helpful in recovery from illness and injury, pain relief, stress-related. . .

Chi Kung is a really powerful system of exercise which combines breath, movement, and awareness to promote good health. A Chi Kung class teaches simple exercises that can be done in a few minutes at home, and provides a space where you can tune into what your body needs. Chi. . .

The Hamblin Low-Cost Clinic initiative is intended as a service to the community, with the aim of making complementary therapies affordable to all who may benefit from them. All Low-Cost Clinic appointments must be booked via the Hamblin Centre. Margaret O’Kelly has many years of experience of working with people. . .

Creative Writing Group with Patricia Claxton. It’s never too late to discover your creativity.   Have you often thought about doing some creative writing but haven’t taken action?  Well, here is an opportunity to have a go. No previous experience necessary. Everyone is welcome to join us on this journey. . .

The Hamblin Low-Cost Clinic initiative is intended as a service to the community, with the aim of making complementary therapies affordable to all who may benefit from them. All Low-Cost Clinic appointments must be booked via the Hamblin Centre. Indian Head Massage is a relaxing therapy that helps to relieve. . .

The Hamblin Low-Cost Clinic initiative is intended as a service to the community, with the aim of making complementary therapies affordable to all who may benefit from them. All Low-Cost Clinic appointments must be booked via the Hamblin Centre. Jackie O’Neill is a person-centred counsellor and therapeutic coach. The therapeutic. . .

The Hamblin Low-Cost Clinic initiative is intended as a service to the community, with the aim of making complementary therapies affordable to all who may benefit from them. All Low-Cost Clinic appointments must be booked via the Hamblin Centre. The purpose of a Wellbeing Coaching session is for clients to. . .

These friendly, welcoming sessions, held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, are open to members and visitors alike to explore different methods of meditating in beautiful surroundings in our meditation snctuary, situated in the grounds of the Hamblin Centre. No previous experience of meditating is required, indeed,. . .

A 10-week WEA course Thursdays 10:30 – 12:30, 9 Jan – 12 March 2020. Richard Cupidi is a stimulating tutor for this popular class, encouraging students to appreciate and analyse a wide range of films through watching and discussing all aspects of film-making. Course fee £90 (fees may be waived. . .

A practical 10-week WEA course on Fridays from 10 January 2020. With experienced tutor and artist Frank Ferrie, the small group of students explore different painting techniques and develop their own style. Please enrol in advance. Online: wea. org. uk or Tel: Sheila 01243 958826 or Email :. Fee: £90. . .

A group that meets regularly each month to provide a mutually nourishing and supportive environment for spiritual practice and development. These two-hour sessions include an opening attunement, a closing visualisation and meditation, and open discussion on a range of topics. There is a lot of laughter as we try not. . .

Come and make your own mandala; the process of which is relaxing and often meditative. These workshops with Liz Osborne are an opportunity for creative playtime, unique to ourselves. Mandala is a Sanskrit word that means circle; a centre point, from which emanates an array of symbols, shapes and forms. . . .

With Miss Carla, Miss Eryn and Miss Charlotte. Mini Classes 3/4-6y. 9am Mini Ballet 45m. 9. 45am Mini Workshop Medal Class 45m. Inter Classes 6-10y. 9am Grade 2 Ballet ISTD 45m (from age 7). 9. 45am Inter Workshop 2hr – performance team in various dance genres (from age 7) Medal. . .

With Miss Carla. 11. 30am Preschool Ballet 3-5y 45m. 4pm Ballet Primary Level ISTD 4-6y 30m. 4. 30pm BOYS Jumps, tricks, turns Medal Class 6+ 30m. 5pm Jazz – Medal Class 7-9y 30m. 5. 30pm Ballet Level 1 ISTD 7-9y 30m. 6pm Pre-Pointe – Ankle Strengthening 7-16y 1hr. 7pm Adult. . .

Mondays with The MCD Performing Arts School. With Miss Carla. 4pm Ballet Primary Level ISTD 4-6y 30m. 4. 30pm Ballet Grade 2 ISTD 7-10y 30m. 5pm Lyrical Dance Medal Class 7-10y 30m. 5. 30pm Ballet Grade 3 ISTD 10-12y 30m. 6pm Lyrical Dance 10-12y Medal Class 30m. 6. 30pm Ballet. . .

Mondays with The MCD Performing Arts School. Introducing our new Singing Lessons with Johanna Opermann. Individual or small group sessions. Mic Technique SkillsVarious Music Genres. Our classes are designed to help build confidence and let children explore their vocal talent in a fun and encouraging environment. Mondays 30m sessions. 4pm. . .

Tuesdays with The MCD Performing Arts School. With Miss Carla. 4pm Mini Tap 4-6y 30m. 4. 30pm Jazz – Medal Class and formation team 7-10y 30m. 5pm Tap Grade 1 ISTD 7-10y 30m. 5. 30pm Jazz – Medal Class and formation team 11-16y 45m. 6. 15pm Tap Grade 2 ISTD. . .

Sing, Dance and Act in our new Musical Theatre class with Laura Hughes. 4pm Mini Musical Theatre 4-6y 30m. 4. 30pm Jnr Musical Theatre 7-10y 1hr. 5. 30pm Snr Musical Theatre 11-16y 1hr. Existing Customer Log in. New Customers – Booking Link. . . .

HYGGE - a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being. Our Top-rated Tuesday night event is back! We welcome you to join us on candlelit tables, surrounded by furs, for a specially created main & dessert. All for only £15. . . .

The Little Gallery opens Thursday Sunday 10. 30am 4pm, or at other times by appointment. Katherine Bowra is the Featured Artist this month showing large paintings and prints. Many other talented artists’ work is also on display including jewellery, glass, enamel, ceramics, textile art and photographic work. It’s the perfect. . .

An Introduction to Archaeology: a 5-session WEA course with Michael Pengelly. Please enrol in advance. Online: wea. org. uk or Tel: Sheila 01243 958826 or email : Cost £45 (fees may be waived in certain circumstances). This course will introduce the principles and practice of archaeology and provide the skill. . .

Mystery Warrior: The North Bersted Man exhibition will be the first time that this extraordinary Iron Age Warrior and his burial possessions will be on public display. The exhibition will explore the life, health and death of this fascinating man. It will attempt to explain some of the questions that. . .

The Aurora Gathering (formerly Cygnus Community Cafe Gatherings) are an inspiration to offer places to meet for open heart to heart communications, free from mind-sets, belief systems or dogmas.   All welcome. Donations welcomed. . . .

Women’s Rights Through The Ages - WEA course Tuesdays 10:30 – 13:30 from 4 Feb – 17 Mar 2020 with tutor Alison Ghanimi. (Break for half term) Cost: £81 (fees may be waived in certain circumstances) Please enrol in advance. Online: wea. ac. uk or Tel. Sheila 01243 958826 or. . .

Held on the first Wednesday of each month from 2:00 pm -3:30 pm in the library at the Hamblin Centre. If you enjoy practising Mindfulness on a regular basis, it can be helpful to join others for support in your own practice. There will be Mindful meditation, a poem or. . .

Patrick Ness ’s best-selling and critically acclaimed novel A Monster Calls (inspired by an idea by Siobhan Dowd ) is brought vividly to life in this Olivier Award-winning production by visionary director Sally Cookson. Thirteen-year-old Conor’s mum is sick, his grandmother won’t stop interfering and the kids at school won’t. . .