Bargate Mum's Arts Group - Digital Photography Taster Session

Mum's Arts Group in Bargate Ward LAUNCHES with Digital Photography taster session

On Friday 30th November at Orchard Lane Church (near Debenhams) in Southampton, the mum's arts group headed up by Mabushra Mirza, finally launched itself in true Paparazzi style.

Mabushra came up with the great idea of starting with a digital photography workshop as an introduction to the group, and Cita from Swaythling Housing added to this the idea of getting everyone to take photos of themselves wearing silly hats.

And with the added expertise of Katy Peacock, Qualified Photographer, the arts group was born.

We will be meeting in the second week of January to plan for the second Arts group session, so get in touch if you would like to be kept updated about times and place: Becky 07722 192 675

International Volunteers Event - Scrapstore recruiting volunteers

Doctor Doctor...i've too much time on my hands

Then come and be a volunteer for Scrapstore or the CB Project!

Scrapstore “medics”, Becky and Geoff, challenged those attending the U.N. International Volunteer Day event in Southampton on 5 December, to test their surgical skills and ‘cool’ in a game of “Operation” ! In return prizes of sweets were handed out and these potential volunteers were given information about the life saving work undertaken by Southampton Scrapstore – an organisation that injects fun and new skills into people’s lives!

There was lots of interest and hopefully new volunteers will materialise for the Scrapstore. It was also a good opportunity for networking with other local voluntary organisations at this useful social event organised by Southampton Voluntary Service and the City Council.

Polish Group at the Swaythling Christmas Tree Exhibition

The Christmas tree representing the Polish Arts Group went up on Saturday (8th Dec). The decorations were made by the group using materials from the Southampton Scrapstore.

The Exhibition is now open until the 22nd December at St Alban's Church, Tulip Road in Swaythling between 5-7 pm every day and admission is FREE.

Many Thanks to Agnieska and Family who put up the decorations.

St Nicholas Procession At Pilands - Thurs 6th Dec

We had a great time last night getting spruced up to parade around the Pilands Wood estate!

Much fun was had by all! A special thanks goes to Jane, Phil and the team at Pilands Wood Community Centre and also to Mary and Bethan of the Greyladyes Art Foundation, whose help was invaluable. Enjoy the Pictures!

Mini Millbrook Group - Fabulous double buggy Sleigh

Snagging Workshop - last minute repairs before the big Carnival!

Look what a fabulous sleigh Mandy Bishop has designed for her two children to ride on Friday night in the Queen Victoria Christmas Carnival! - dripping with icicles and baubles, it's just gorgeous and specially designed for a double buggy.

It was a very industrious session - you can see the mums all sat round sewing snow trimming to the kids santa capes - it really was just like victorian times. The only thing that was missing was a large fireplace and a chimney sweep!

Pilands St Nicholas Procession this thursday!

Don't forget it's the Pilands Wood Community,
St Nicholas Procession this Thursday evening (6/12/07). The fun starts at 4pm (if you'd like to make a lantern or a crown) or at 6.30pm if you want to come along and watch.

The Carnival Arts group has been making all sorts of goodies for the big day. So come along and join in the fun. The group will start on new projects in 2008, so it's not too late to get involved!

Polish Arts Group - Christmas Meet at Spice Arts Studios

Polska Grupa Artystyczna i EU Welcome

Zaprasza wszystkich na swiateczny poczestunek w

The Spice Art Gallery

16 Manor Farm Road
Bitterne Park
Southampton
SO18 1NP

Spotkanie rozpocznie sie 17 grudnia o 19.15.
Przyjdz i obejrzyj dziela sztuki wspolczesnej,
sprobuj lampki wina i tradycyjnych angielskich
babeczek z bakaliowym nadzieniem!

Kazdy jest mile widziany!

Na wszystkie pytania w sprawie spotkania odpowie:
Stuart Jebbitt – Polska Grupa Artystyczna
stuartjebbitt@hotmail.com

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Dave Adcock – EU Welcome
euwelcome@yahoo.co.uk Tel. 07786392886