Event type: Workshop

Write to Work presents The Writers Blo...

Are you looking for new opportunities for 2024? Interested in joining a creative community where you can further your skills as a writer, develop your confidence, and have your stories heard?

Then a FREE one-day ‘Writer’s Bloc’ event could be perfect for you. Attend in person or take part via Zoom!

No writing experience necessary, a chance to work with professional writers, and everyone who attends will be able to submit their work for publication in a printed anthology available to buy online and in bookshops across the city.

Our next Writer’s Bloc events will be taking place at:

Spellow Library, Walton – 6 February 2024

Toxteth Library – 21 February 2024

Spaces are offered on a first come, first served basis. Apply today!

Applicant MUST read full Eligibility below before applying.

– 18+

– You must be economically inactive – (Not employed/self-employed, not actively looking for work, not waiting to start a job, not in full-time education (part time over 19+yrs is fine))

-Living in Liverpool City Region including the parts of the Wirral listed as Merseyside, Liverpool, Sefton, Halton, St Helens, Knowsley

-You must have the legal right to live and work in the UK

-You cannot have already completed any Write to Work Course or mentoring previously.

Write to Work is funded by Liverpool City Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Lunar New Year Makers + Shakers

Bring the whole family for a session of moving, making and shaking. Create artwork inspired by Lunar New Year with the Bluecoat, and take part in dance sessions led by artists from Movema.

Each session will start with a short performance by Movema, followed by a 30 minute dance and movement session. After the dance session has finished, participants are invited to our Bistro where they can get creative as a family making Lunar New Year inspired artworks.

They have three sessions available:

Sun 18 Feb 2024

Session 1: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Session 3: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Tickets:

Family bundle (2 adults, 2 children): £30
Adult and child: £20
Additional child: £8
Crawlers go free!

They encourage parents and guardians to join in and make each session as fun as possible. Children under 4 must be supervised at all times.

Makers + Shakers is a joint partnership brought to you by Bluecoat and Movema.

Introduction to Copper-Sulphate Etchin...

Learn the basics of etching, one of the oldest & most unique printmaking processes, at the historical Bluecoat Print Studios.

During this one day course you will learn the basics of copper sulphate etching, including learning about the history, tools & materials of etching and the chemical processes involved in creating a copper sulphate etched plate, as well as inking and printing your design on our fabulous century old Hughes & Kimber Etching Press.

On this course for beginners you will be guided through every step of the etching process from start to finish, leaving with having created a finished edition of prints. All materials are provided on the day as well as a booklet to take away detailing the processes learnt.

Tickets: £80

https://www.thebluecoat.org.uk/whatson/introduction-to-copper-sulphate-etching-2

Knitting For Beginners

In this workshop you will learn to knit a coaster with recycled t-shirt yarn.

Cathy will teach you how to knit, cast on and cast off. The workshop is suitable for beginners, but if you already know the basics, you will be shown how to knit a small storage pot using circular needles and recycled t-shirt yarn.

​A complimentary lunch will be provided after the session for all attendees, plus snacks and drinks throughout. Please let us know of any dietary requirements when registering.

Cathy learned to sew and knit as a child, but it was inheriting her grandma’s button collection that rekindled her passion. With a background in community work, she founded Threads, an informal crafting group. Cathy now hosts monthly knitting sessions, eager to share her skills with fellow crafters.

You can find out more about Threads UK here.

About our funders:

This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!

About Make CIC:

Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Clothing Repairs for Beginners

Join Make for a beginner-friendly workshop on Clothing Repairs with Bethan! If you’ve never hand-sewn or dyed clothing before, fear not – this class is tailored just for you.

In this hands-on session, you’ll discover the art of upcycling and repairing clothing, focusing on practical skills that will breathe new life into your wardrobe. Together, we’ll transform a plain tote bag into a personalized masterpiece by sewing on buttons, mending holes, adding patches, and exploring the vibrant world of tie-dye.

Throughout the workshop, Bethan will guide you through the basics, ensuring you leave with newfound abilities in:

  • Sewing on a button
  • Repairing clothing holes
  • Patching up damaged areas
  • Mastering tie-dye techniquesThese essential skills will empower you to revive your old or damaged clothing at home, making sustainability and creativity the focal points of your wardrobe. Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of DIY fashion with us!

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners.
A complimentary lunch will be provided after the session for all attendees, plus snacks and drinks throughout. Please let us know of any dietary requirements when registering.

About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!

About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Paint & Skate! Rollerdrome X Bada...

The Rollerdrome and Badass Craft Club are joining forces to bring you an unforgettable experience that blends the thrill of skating with the creativity of crafting.

This event is 18+.

🎁 What’s Included:

  • Roller-skating admission
  • Crafting materials
  • Tote bag for you to customise

🎟️ Ticket Options:

Skating only – £12

Crafting only – £12

Skate & Craft Combo – £20

The Big AI Debate: Who Gets to Decide?

Who gets to decide how AI impacts our communities, health, and wellbeing? An interactive debate with thought leaders in AI, democratic decision-making, and data ethics.

The Liverpool City Region Civic Data Cooperative at the University of Liverpool invites you to a public debate on public involvement in data and artificial intelligence (AI).

The growing use of AI in policy and health decision-making has far-reaching potential. From writing poetry to preventing the next pandemic, anything seems possible. But research shows that AI can make our existing problems worse. Data used to train AI can reinforce inequalities and racism making it harder to access good healthcare or fair justice for all communities.

How can the potential of AI meet the needs of society now and in the future? How do we prevent AI from being used to cause more harm than good? And who gets to decide what the future will look like?

Now is the time for us to shape who gets a say in how these developments impact our health, wellbeing, and society.

Join our expert speakers to discuss how to balance the potential of AI with better public engagement and decision-making.

Featuring

  • Reema Patel, Policy Lead at the ESRC Digital Good Network
  • Dr. Arne Hintz, Data Justice Lab, Cardiff University

and more.

In conversation with Dr. Emily Rempel, Public Participation Manager, Civic Data Cooperative.

This event will last approximately two hours including an interval.

Book Folding Workshop

Join artist, Kate Bufton, to learn how to create sculptures and objects by recycling old books.

This workshop for adults only (16+), is a great way to create your own book sculptures and develop a creative skill.

Paint in the Dark

In a retro-futuristic, neon-lit atmosphere, brush in one hand, glass in the other, unleash your inner artist and create a work of art… in the dark!

Paint in the Dark in Liverpool is a unique masterclass led by a professional where you can let your imagination run wild, have a drink and enjoy the music.

Step into the workshop and immerse yourself in an arty, fluorescent universe from floor to ceiling. For 1.5 hours, alternate between painting and enjoying a drink, guided by an artist. With exceptional decor, immersive sound, and an explosion of fluorescent colours, you will learn different painting techniques in a unique immersive setting!

Whether you’re an amateur or a talented painter, everyone is welcome! All the necessary materials will be provided on-site, you just need to bring your creativity! Whether alone, with friends, or family, enjoy this moment of relaxation and leave with your masterpiece.

At the beginning of the experience, you’ll be served a drink (with or without alcohol): wine, beer or soft drinks… the choice is yours!

Dates: 

16 – 19 January 6pm & 8.15pm.

Liverpool Arab Arts Festival: Interact...

Hadi Badi co-founder, Hend Badawy, leads this interactive storytelling session at Liverpool Arab Arts Festival for children aged 4-8 years.

The session will introduce participants to good-quality Arabic children’s books in a fun and interactive way, engaging children and their parents or guardians. The storytelling will be followed by a creative activity linked to the book.

Hadi Badi is an initiative that was launched in 2019 by three Egyptian women based in the UK, France, and Egypt respectively. Hadi Badi’s mission is to make Arabic Children’s Literature accessible to all through engaging reading experiences. The initiative targets children and young adults either directly through interactive activities or indirectly through awareness-raising and capacity-building activities for adults working with and for children of Arab heritage worldwide.