Latest Events in Moc Bac(June Updated)

Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite

Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite

Come and join us every few weeks to bring along your work and set aside some dedicated time to your creativity! It's time to take your creativity seriously Come along with whatever work-in-progress you've got on the go and we'll set aside the time to work and then have a few breaks to talk about your project, any issues you're facing and who knows, you might meet your next collaborator. You're welcome to bring any cafe-friendly creative project including (but not limited to) writing, knitting, illustration, any laptop work that you need to do and yes - that includes any funding applications you need to get on with. We will encourage you! How the sessions work: The first 20 minutes we'll settle in, say hi and let people know what you're working on (if you want to!) Then we'll get to work for about 30-40 minutes. Have another break and check in - iron out any issues! Then another working sprint. Afterwards chill out, have a chat and maybe pop to the pub with some new friends! These will hopefully be productive sessions where you can dedicate yourself to your craft, or those creative-adjacent things you desperately need to get on with! These sessions are free for York Creative Pro Members (£6.25 per month) - join here . With the Pro Membership you can also get your profile up on our Directory, to be found by local businesses, enjoy other free events and support York Creatives to continually work on making York one of the best cities to work as a creative in the UK. We can't do this without you - we take you seriously as a creative, will you help make York an even better place to live and work as one? Join now as a Pro! Come along to our ongoing creative co-working sessions taking place in our cafe partnerships where York Creative Pro Members can enjoy 20% off hot drinks during 'welcome to work' hours. Please check the location on each event as we will move about! Information Source: York Creatives | eventbrite

Welcome the brighter days by learning how to create a floral lino print using fresh flowers. This hands-on workshop will teach you the basics of lino printing and how to use fresh flowers to make your designs. Take home 5 prints and your carved lino block so you can recreate as many print as you want at home. No experience necessary and beginners absolutely welcome. All materials will be provided and there will be Bluebird bakery refreshments available! Information Source: Lara Aitken Illustration | eventbrite

We'll be welcoming back Groovetone to the bakery stage! They will be shaking the walls with their unique blend of jazz, blues, latin, funk and ska tunes. Doors 6pm - Music 7pm Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite

Bella Gaffney (of The Magpies) is a folk troubadour whose music seamlessly weaves together original compositions and traditional tunes from both British folk and Americana traditions. Winner of the prestigious 2016 Celtic Connections Danny Kyle Award, Bella is celebrated for her folk-inspired songwriting and unique arrangements of traditional pieces. In 2023, Bella released her latest album, ‘Reflections,’ which beautifully captures the essence of connections formed during the lockdown period. Her singles, ‘Fair and Tender Ladies’ and ‘Blood in the Earth,‘ featuring duets with Sam Kelly and Leesa Gentz (Hussy Hicks), received widespread acclaim and BBC radio airplay. Apart from her solo endeavors, Bella is a vital member of the folk band The Magpies, lauded as ‘effervescent’ by The Sunday Times. The Magpies have garnered national and international recognition, including a live session on BBC Radio 2 and hosting an annual sold-out festival. Bella’s live performances are a captivating journey through folk storytelling, leaving audiences with earworm melodies, foot-tapping rhythms, and smiles from her off-beat humor. Her work has been praised by critics and fellow musicians alike, with Americana UK calling her album “a compelling collection” and Mike Harding hailing her as a “great singer, great guitarist, [and] really interesting songwriter.” The Daily Mail describes The Magpies music as “folk with finesse.” Local legend Jake Robinson will be providing support for this gig. Jake sings soulful interpretations of popular folk classics and jazz inspired original songs. Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite

We are thrilled to announce that York’s Burlesque Queen, Freida Nipples, is back at Rise this May . Freida is an Internationally Award-Winning Burlesque Artiste who will seduce you with astounding aesthetics and enthral you with captivating stage presence. Alongside her will be a selection of sensational cabaret artists. From Drag Queens to Acrobats, you always know you will be in for a fun night at Freida’s shows which have been sell out successes across York for the past six years at venues such as York Theatre Royal, The Basement, Impossible and more. So get ready for an evening of debauchery & glamour to hit Acomb, are you ready for it?! Keep your eyes peeled for further cast announcements… Tickets include a welcome drink on arrival! (Non-alcoholic option available) Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite

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Have you felt the unshakeable compassion that comes from being part of a Sisterhood? A place where women feel supported, seen and heard. A place to gather with other sisters, where your truths, your stories and experiences matter. Where finding your voice, from a silent breath, a gentle whisper, to speaking out loud and proud, all is welcome. Where silence is respected and sacred. Is this speaking to you, your heart and soul? YES! Imagine coming together with a group of women of all ages from all walks of life. Where it does not matter if you have never met before. Imagine welcoming the opportunity to leave the outside world behind for just a short while. The Sisterhood Circle is a place where you are welcomed just as you are. You do not need to prepare anything or ‘be’ in a certain mood or frame of mind. Just come as you are, leaving all the different ‘hats’ you wear at the door. Sisterhood Circle is a place of deep connection and belonging, where you can speak whatever you wish to share, whatever comes up for you knowing it will never be shared outside of the circle. Silence is also welcomed in this space; you do not have to speak if you do not wish to. When the circle comes to close, you will feeling lighter, free and unburdened with a sense of deep belonging and connection. You are part of the Heart & Soul Sisterhood, where you are always welcome. This is your Sisterhood Circle; this is your time. Information Source: Heart and Soul with Sophie | eventbrite

3 x CMAA ‘Golden Guitar’, 2 x Australian Folk Music and Music Victoria Award winners, The Weeping Willows (Laura Coates and Andrew Wrigglesworth) are a couple of old souls, steeped in Bluegrass tradition and draped in Gothic Americana imagery. They regale their audiences with stories of sunshine and romance, God and The Devil, murder and decay. Real music. The last 5 years have seen The Weeping Willows nominated for 14 x CMAA ‘Golden Guitar’ awards, 7 x Australian Folk Music Awards (AFMAs), 4 x Country Music Channel (CMC) awards, 2 x National Live Music Awards (NLMAs), performing Official Showcases at AmericanaFest (USA) and Folk Alliance International (USA) and appearing at Maverick Festival, Knutsford Music Festival, Beardy Folk Festival, Port Fairy Folk Festival (AU), Queenscliff Music Festival (AU) and the Australian Americana Music Honours. In recent years they have supported Lukas Nelson & POTR (USA), Hayes Carll (USA), Iris DeMent (USA), Willie Watson (USA), Eilen Jewell (USA), Mark Radcliffe & David Boardman (UK) and Katherine Priddy (UK) and completed national and international tours in support of their three LPs, including sophomore album, Before Darkness Comes A-Callin’, which received four-star reviews in Rolling Stone, The Australian and The Music. A Weeping Willows performance, whether live on location or caught on tape will always delight. “…a mature, courageous and beguiling experience.” – No Depression (USA) “…on the way to making some serious waves in Americana.” – AmericanaUK (UK) “…stunning acoustic guitar work, heavenly harmonies, and a haunting melody rooted in American Gothic.” – Pop Matters (USA) ★★★★ – Rolling Stone, Rhythms Magazine, The Music and The Australian. Information Source: Rise@Bluebird Bakery | eventbrite