Featured Events in Hexham in October, 2024 (March Updated)

Join us for a relaxed and regular monthly poetry circle where we set aside time to write, share our work, seek peers' feedback and discuss poetry's craft and practice. The group meets the first Saturday each month in the library and everyone is welcome. For further information please contact the library directly. Information Source: Northumberland Libraries | eventbrite

This session is for intermediate basketball players, aged 15+. Suggested Donation: £6.50; 7-8:30 This is a fun, semi-competitive session for fitness and skill development. Open to men and women. Christie Lothamer, former National League Coach, Coaching Cert Level 2 runs this session with stretching, a few drills, competitive games, and half and full court games. There is no score keeping, it is all for fitness and the love of the game. Occasionally other coaches will be running the session. This session is run as a part of the community development and mission work of Journey Communities Churches. We do ask or a level of kindness and consideration of the well being of each player, so no extreme or offensive cursing, arguing, or arrogance will be tolerated. Jeff and Christie, are Christian church leaders and community builders. From time to time, we will initiate opt-in social drinks out, 3v3 tournaments with half-time chats and opportunities for spiritual development at outside events. Information Source: Christie Lothamer | eventbrite

Join us for a magical evening at LORE of Hexham as we welcome local author Katherine Livesey for a special reading from her debut novel, Sisters of Shadows, the first book in her captivating trilogy. Come immerse yourself in an enchanting story, followed by a Q&A session and book signing with the author. Whether you're a fan of fantasy or just want to support local talent, we invite you to enjoy this intimate evening of storytelling and adventure with us at LORE. Information Source: LORE of Hexham | eventbrite

This event aims to provide newly qualified coaches or coaches to be with confdence within their planning, delivery and reviewing of sessions, exploring how to adapt sessions to different age groups, understanding the power of fun and engagement and exploring how to support players using the 4 corner model, led by David Webb. Information Source: Kent County Football Association | eventbrite

This Halloween special life drawing session involves drawing a mystical model (clothed) from life - all levels welcome, suitable for adults and mature young people. We will explore some short expressive poses, then move on to longer focused poses. This class is longer than our usual classes, and there will be surprise prizes available for all guests! Fitting with the theme, the venue will be decorated for the spooky season and autumnal drinks and snacks will be on offer. This class should be a lot of fun! This is not a taught class, but will be hosted by BA Fine Artist Megan Charlton. Some materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own. This session is at The Garden Cafe, 20 Hallgate, Hexham, Northumberland. Drawing will begin at 18.05pm so please ensure you are on time, if you will be late, please let me know in advance as the door will be closed once we begin the session. There will be a range of drinks and snacks available from the venue, including hot drinks, alcoholic drinks and soft drinks. SEATING OPTIONS Standard seats include a chair and table space to work at. Sofa seats do not include a desk, but boards are available to borrow to rest your paper on. You will be sat on a low sofa rather than a chair. Both options offer the same great view of the model. PRICING If cost is an issue, please don't hesitate to contact me. REFUND POLICY A partial refund can be processed if given at least 48 hours notice. Please do let me know if you can't make It nearer the time though. CONTACT You can always contact me by email: hexhamlifedrawing@gmail.com Or on instagram: @megan.charlton.artist @hexham.life.drawing Or facebook: Hexham Life Drawing Information Source: Hexham Life Drawing | eventbrite

Boo !!! The queens are BACK from the dead! Raise from your coffins and meet us at Blue Sky Kitchen + Bar for FRANKENBRUNCH on Sunday October 27th for a trick or treat of a time! Entertainment, drinks, food and more! This event is 18+. Hosted by Kat De Lacfeaturing performances by: Tess Tickles Mary Annette Cherri Baum Vile Lynn Deep Violet Dextra DeNovo (San Francisco) Sponsored by: Inclusive Aesthetics, Adultmart Stores , Allies Health & Wellness Sunday, October 27th 2023 Doors at 11am, Show at Noon Information Source: Blue Sky Kitchen and Bar | eventbrite

Family friendly event for children aged 4-11 years old and their carers is led by artists Jyls Friggens & John Quinn. The session opens with a short re-telling of a favourite fairytale using shadow puppets on a shadow screen. Participants are invited to design & make their own fairytale characters using card & create their story. You will have the opportunity to rehearsal your story on a shadow screen before sharing your performance with the group. All materials provided and puppets can be taken home at the end of the session. The workshop is inspired by The Royal Opera's Family Folk Opera Wolf, Witch, Giant, Fairy which will be screened at Maltings Berwick and other venues around Northumberland during October Half term. Funding for the workshop comes through Northumberland Arts Development. Information Source: Northumberland Libraries | eventbrite