Arts for Rutland is a Registered Charity committed to leading, promoting and supporting the arts in Rutland. It consists of a small volunteer committee that aims to be representative of the county’s arts organisations and various creative disciplines.
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Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Return of beautiful, hand-made in Rutland Ceramics, Basketry & Soap with Connie Taylor & Kirsten Hartman Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. 10.30am-4pm An evening of comedy in the style of a radio show raising money for the Rutland Rotaract Family Support Centre Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. 14 in stock. 11am-2.45pm All materials and equipment will be supplied. A lovely lunch from our seasonal menu is included, as is a glass of mulled wine and festive mince pies. This is a great activity to do with friends or why not treat someone special to an early Christmas present. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. Open mic night is the only place to be in Oakham on a Wednesday night. New people always welcome, so come on down and have some fun and a great beer. 
Join local artist Sandra Peck for another really enjoyable, relaxed and informative day. It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or have been painting for a while. You will have a chance to sit up close and watch detailed demonstration and then have a go yourself, at your own pace, with help as you need it throughout the day. A chance to be a bit more creative with your flower paintings. Learn how to layer washes to create beautiful lighting effects, then how to paint negative shapes to add impact.
Price includes tea/coffee throughout the day, an afternoon cream tea, as well as entry into the Gardens.
Sandra can provide all the basic materials you will require for an extra £6 (Please order when booking)
In this relaxed and fun workshop, Maria from The Flower Patch, will teach you how to create your own traditional moss based 18 inch (45cm) festive wreath to take home. You will use freshly gathered foliage, seed heads and other floral treasures from the Gardens here at Barnsdale to embellish your wreath, creating your own unique design. To get an idea of how good your wreath will be under Maria’s tuition have a look at her fabulous creations at http://www.theflowerpatch.co.uk/
