What's On

Free session every Wednesday 10am – 12noon

Moorland Community Centre, Moorland Avenue LN6 7NH

Join a group of makers, crafters and creative friendly faces to work on your own projects, have a go at something new and make friends. Bring your own craft materials to this weekly session, or use some of the basic materials available. There will also be refreshments.

On the first Wednesday of each month, the group invite a guest maker to bring their expertise and have a go at something new. Places are often limited for these special monthly sessions, so please book below if there is a session available. Every other Wednesday, no booking required.

For more information, please drop into the community centre or email chelsey@rootedarts.org.uk

3rd June – Cyanotype Printing with Lee Sass (no booking required)

5th August – Calligraphy (booking opens soon)

Free session on Tuesday’s (term time) 12-2pm

Sudbrooke Drive Community Centre, LN2 2EF

Looking for a way to connect with your community and get creative? Join us for Ermine Makes – a weekly session where adults can explore their own creativity in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just curious to try something new, there’s a seat at the table for you.

• 2nd June – Watercolour Landscapes with Hannah
• 9th June – Shrink Plastic with Narissa
• 16th June – Clay Succulents with Mel
• 23rd June – Glass Painting with Narissa
• 30th June – Bath Bombs with Narissa
• 7th July – Button and Paper Flowers with Narissa
• 14th July – Bleach Painting with Narissa

For more information, please email chelsey@rootedarts.org.uk

Upcoming dates: Saturday 6th June and 11th July

Boultham Library (Breakthrough Centre), LN6 7ST

Taiko is Japanese ensemble drumming and incorporates drumming patterns, choreographed movements and energy shouts to create powerful and exciting performances. Taiko is accessible for anyone and really fun! Join Humber Taiko for an exciting session to try this for yourself! Places are extremely limited.

There are groups throughout the morning from ages 3-adult and a SEND session. 

For those who are really serious about Taiko – there is always more to learn, plenty of progression routes to refine and develop skills as well as learning new challenging pieces and different styles of playing. Find out more www.humbertaiko.org or @HumberTaiko

Cyanotype Nature Prints
Tuesday 26th May
1-3pm
The Arboretum

Using the cyanotype process, a historic photographic technique activated by sunlight we will create nature inspired prints, creating a visual story our surroundings. A perfect and magical workshop for everyone! With artist Lee Sass. Drop in throughout the afternoon.

Draw the Arbo
Thursday 4th June
6-8pm
The Arboretum

We are thrilled to be joined by local painter Phil Bowman, who will guide us through an evening of creativity. Whether you are an experienced artist or haven’t picked up a pencil in years, this session is all about connecting with nature, observing the landscape with fresh eyes, and finding your own creative voice in the heart of our local history.

This is a relaxed, supportive session dedicated to creativity in the great outdoors. Come along, find a quiet corner, and let the Arbo inspire your next sketch. For adults. Spaces are limited for this exclusive evening workshop.

Mosaics and Murals
Saturday 6th June
10am-2pm
Boultham Park

Get ready to get creative! We are transforming Boultham Park into an open-air art studio, and we’d love for you and your family to join us for a day of making, collaborating, and outdoor fun.

Unleash your inner designer with professional artist RACH! In this hands-on session, you will learn the meditative process of cutting tiles and arranging them onto templates. Whether you choose to create a beautiful Summer flower or an organic Leaf pattern, RACH will guide you through composition and adhesive application.

Plus join artist Ellie Benton for a special mural session. This is all about community and teamwork – everyone will get hands-on to help build a large-scale, collaborative piece of art that celebrates our local park.

Drop in anytime. Children must be supervised by an adult.

Thursday 28th May
12-4pm
The Ermine Exchange

Calling all young creators, musicians, and local talent! Come join us for an afternoon dedicated creativity, whether you want to step into the spotlight or get behind the lens, this is your space to express yourself.

Open Mic (with Max Sander)

Do you have a song to share or a track to play? Experienced musician Max Sander is hosting an open mic session designed for everyone. Bring your instrument along, plug in, and play, or just hop on the mic and have a go with our provided gear. From seasoned performers to first-timers, this is a supportive, no-pressure space to share your sound.

Create a Reel (with Stoneybroke Films)

Once the music hits the airwaves, it’s time to capture it. Join Sam Holdsworth and Lolly Price from Stoneybroke Films for a beginner-friendly workshop on making impactful Reels and TikToks. You’ll learn how to craft social videos that actually look like you, discovering your own creative language and learning how to tell your story in your own style.

Drop in throughout the afternoon!