Meet and Make at June Second Saturday
Find a new place to create, get out of familiar settings. Meet other creatives. Bring your art and work on it without distractions. For people who just want to pop in and have a draw/paint scribble some resources will be supplied paper, paint easels and boards, brushes ect.
Time & Place: from 13:00pm onwards, Upper Gallery, The Old Print Works
Subs: £4:00
Category: The Old Print Works
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Meet and Make – Art Club – June
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Beginner’s Bookbinding Workshop – June
In this beginner’s bookbinding workshop, you will learn a saddle stitch binding method and create a one of a kind pocket journal to take home.
All tools are provided, along with a wide selection of papers, card stock, magazines, old books, maps and more. You will get to pick the pages for your notebook, learn how to bind them together and then decorate the cover in your own style. Feel free to bring with you: old envelopes, pages from unused notebooks or sketchbooks, sheet music, maps, posters, old books, cards, paper bags, wrapping paper. Anything goes!
Suitable for older children accompanied by an adult (we will be using sharp tools – an awl, needle, scissors and craft knife)
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Family woodcarving with Pathcarvers
11am until 1pm, Lower gallery or courtyard, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in – get there early – limited spaces
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Fruit & Nut Village
2pm – 4.30pm The Old Print Works Cottage
Join us to plant some beds in the courtyard 🙂
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Nicho Making Workshop
📅 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝟭𝟭𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝘆
📍 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗕𝟭𝟮 𝟵𝗔𝗛
⏰ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀: 11𝗮𝗺 / 13𝗽𝗺Create and take home a unique artwork inspired by the stories and games from ‘Stories Of The Wind’ – These “nichos” are sometimes a part of the ofrendas of the traditional Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead.
They are often devotional but also quirky, made from common household objects and craft materials.
All materials are provided.
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Do you love zines as much as I do?
Drop in anytime between 11am – 1pm and 2pm -4pm Upper Gallery
Join Jane Thakoordin, textile artist and long term lover of zines for a morning or afternoon of zine-filled joy!
Kick starting an innovative creative participatory project in partnership with Dr Ben Griffiths from University of Birmingham, you are invited to spend time in the Zine Reading Room, looking at Jane’s collection of zines on diverse topics. Then, together we will make our own 3D interactive zines on the theme of mental health that may form the beginning of a new collection for The Library of the Brain.. Jane is an artist and Social Worker with over 30 years experience of creating, and working in the world of mental health. -
Ceremony of Self at The GAP
Ceremony of Self to will be joining Second Saturday in The GAP on Saturday 11th May. Join them for a drop in art making workshop for all ages.
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Meet and Make – Art Club
Meet and Make debut at May Second Saturday
Find a new place to create, get out of familiar settings. Meet other creatives. Bring your art and work on it without distractions. For people who just want to pop in and have a draw/paint scribble some resources will be supplied paper, paint easels and boards, brushes ect.
Time & Place: from 13:00pm onwards, Upper Gallery, The Old Print Works
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Crochet Sessions with Daily Thread
The third in a series of beginners crochet workshops at consecutive Balsall Heath Second Saturdays. This workshop will help you to start seeing the potential of crochet. And you’ll take home your work at the end of the session. Left-handed tuition available
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The Original Art Club – Every month at Second Saturdays
The Original Art Club to The Old Print Works and Balsall Heath Second Saturdays.
The Original Art Club is a safe creative space for children to explore, create and develop their artistic skills. This is project-based learning tailored to each individual and their ability. The idea is progress not perfection and with an ‘I can do’ attitude here at the club we want all our budding artists to feel confident and encouraged in their creative journey. We teach several 2D and 3D techniques within our projects using a wide range of materials from pencil, acrylic paint and watercolours, to clay and paper mache. Our mixed age and mixed ability classes is a unique way in building self-confidence, independence and social bonding. Those children who have been with us longer will have gained more flexibility in steering their own projects and outcomes. We use mediums such as acrylics, watercolours, oil/soft pastels, inks, fine liners and 3D work with papier mache, clay and paper sculpture. At the club we value art and believe it is a significant component for the holistic education of children.
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Stories of The Wind with Itzatna Arts
We are very excited to present Itzatna Arts for their last performance of “Stories of the Wind”.
The magical storytelling performance that takes you to magical Mexico 🇲🇽 alongside your favourite characters Owl 🦉 and Coyote 🐕
This is your last chance to see the show so make sure you come along!
Are you ready to journey to Mexico and assist Owl and Coyote in their quest?
🌙 Discover the world of 🌟 Alebrijes and the incredible artistry of Pedro Linares, 🦋 Listen to the 🦋 Monarch Butterflies, and meet the Feathered Snake God, Quetzalcoatl, to witness the creation of a celestial symbol on the moon, a tale of kindness, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.📆 Date: Saturday 11th May 2024
📍 Location: The Old Print Works, 498-506
Moseley Rd, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9AH🕰️ Time: 10am-11am / 12:00pm-13:00pm / 14:30pm-15:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: FREE Event book on eventbrite below.
👩🏻🤝👨🏿Suitable for families with children aged 4 – 10 years old
‘Stories Of The Wind ‘ is part of A Matter of Life & Death Festival 2024 (AMOLAD) produced by BrumYODO and hosted at Balsall Heath Second Saturday. AMOLAD is part of Dying Matters Awareness Week 2024 organized by Hopsice UK. For more info, please read our FAQ below.
‘Stories Of The Wind ‘ is written by Isabel Quiroz, and directed by Ruth Mestel in collaboration with ITZATNA Arts. ‘Stories Of The Wind ‘ is part of ‘October Fiesta 2023’ – an original concept created by Outdoor Places Unusual Spaces (OPUS) and commissioned by Twycross Zoo, with original stories and games by Itzatna Arts and Isabel Quiroz.
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Princes to Kings – Live
Balsall Heath Second Saturday is proper excited about being included in the Princes to Kings Midlands and the North tour this year. They will be playing throughout the day.
Princes to Kings are a band of two brothers from Hertfordshire who started making music initially to raise money and awareness for Epilepsy charities, since their eldest brother Luke lives with severe and complex Epilepsy. Since then they have developed their sound and passion for music, releasing their own material, written and produced themselves. The brothers have crafted a refreshing pop/singersongwriter sound. Taking influences from a variety of artists, old and new. The duo have performed at a variety of events. They have played festivals such as Pub In The Park, Geronimo Fest and Great British Food Festival, whilst also playing headline shows, including a recent performance at Camden Assembly. Recently the pair performed at The Crocodile in Seattle, where they were able to showcase their originals and meet some US fans.
The boys featured on ‘Michael McIntyre’s Big Show’ as the Unexpected Stars Of The Show. The youngest member of the band, Zac, was a winner of BBC Young Composer 2020.
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Family woodcarving with Pathcarvers
11am until 1pm, Lower gallery or courtyard, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in – get there early – limited spaces
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Repair Cafe – May 2024
The Old Print Works
Balsall Heath Repair Cafe is back again at Balsall Heath Second Saturday. Repairers include textiles and knife sharpening, Check balsallheathrepaircafe.org for repairers closer to the day
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DROP IN PHOTO-BOOTH & PORTRAITS with Hayley Salter Photography
Join Hayley for a quick drop-in portrait, headshot, a new profile picture, a photo with your friends or family… whatever you’re looking for to make a lovely memory from Second Saturday.
PHOTO-BOOTH:
Drop in Photo Booth, comes with print out of image to keep – create a lovely memory from Second Saturday
PRICE: Suggested payment £5 per print
TIME: Drop in between 11am & 3pm
HEADSHOT EXPRESS:
20 minute express portrait/headshot sessions – for those in a rush or on a budget!
Includes up to 2 outfits and/or backdrops, and 2 digital images that will be emailed to you within 1 week.
TIME: 5 slots available throughout the day, between 11am & 3pm.
BOOKING: Email hayleycsalter@gmail.com , or DM @headshotswithhayley on Instagram to book
PRICE: £60, plus £15 per image if you’d like more than 2 photos. £10 discount with a valid student ID.
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Beginner’s Bookbinding Workshop
In this beginner’s bookbinding workshop, you will learn a saddle stitch binding method and create a one of a kind pocket journal to take home.
All tools are provided, along with a wide selection of papers, card stock, magazines, old books, maps and more. You will get to pick the pages for your notebook, learn how to bind them together and then decorate the cover in your own style. Feel free to bring with you: old envelopes, pages from unused notebooks or sketchbooks, sheet music, maps, posters, old books, cards, paper bags, wrapping paper. Anything goes!
Suitable for older children accompanied by an adult (we will be using sharp tools – an awl, needle, scissors and craft knife)
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The Upholstery Group at The Old Print Works
The Upholstery Group will have their doors open so you can visit and see their work – and maybe get involved – all day, Lower Gallery, The Old Print Works
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Craft a Masterpiece with Serefina’s Iron on Vinyl Workshop
Craft a Masterpiece with Serefina’s Iron on Vinyl Workshop
Unleash your creative spirit at Serefina’s iron on vinyl Workshop, where you can transform your crafting ideas into wearable art. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out with your family, this hands-on workshop is designed to provide you with the techniques and inspiration needed to create custom designs using iron-on vinyl. Upstairs at The Old Print Works 1 pm onwards. Bring your clothes, tote bag or similar, we have the vinyl. You can find out more about Serefina on her Instagram www.instagram.com/serefina_taylor or on her website SerefinaTaylor.co.uk -
Tile Art with Mel from Art Metallix
Come and make some tile art using ink, with Mel from Art Metallix – please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty 2-4pm The Old Print Works
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DROP IN PHOTO-BOOTH & PORTRAITS with Hayley Salter Photography
Join Hayley for a quick drop-in portrait, headshot, a new profile picture, a photo with your friends or family… whatever you’re looking for to make a lovely memory from Second Saturday.
PHOTO-BOOTH:
Drop in Photo Booth, comes with print out of image to keep – create a lovely memory from Second Saturday
PRICE: Suggested payment £5 per print
TIME: Drop in between 11am & 3pm
HEADSHOT EXPRESS:
20 minute express portrait/headshot sessions – for those in a rush or on a budget!
Includes up to 2 outfits and/or backdrops, and 2 digital images that will be emailed to you within 1 week.
TIME: 5 slots available throughout the day, between 11am & 3pm.
BOOKING: Email hayleycsalter@gmail.com , or DM @headshotswithhayley on Instagram to book
PRICE: £60, plus £15 per image if you’d like more than 2 photos. £10 discount with a valid student ID.
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Family woodcarving with Pathcarvers
11am until 1pm, Lower gallery or courtyard, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in – get there early – limited spaces
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Crochet Sessions with Daily Thread – Granny Squares
Join our beginners crochet workshops at consecutive Balsall Heath Second Saturdays. In April we’ll be making Granny Squares. This workshop will help you to start seeing the potential of crochet. And you’ll take home your piece at the end of the session. Left-handed tuition available.
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Repair Cafe – March 24
2 – 4pm Lower Gallery, The Old Print Works
Balsall Heath Repair Cafe is back again at Balsall Heath Second Saturday. Repairers include textiles and knife sharpening, Check balsallheathrepaircafe.org for repairers closer to the day
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The Old Print Works Market
Including pottery from Sundragon members, art from Lisa Birchall, wooden things from Pathcarvers and lots more – lower gallery at The Old Print Works
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Crochet Sessions with Daily Thread
Come to the first in a series of beginners crochet workshops at consecutive Balsall Heath Second Saturdays. In March we’ll kick off with learning to start your crochet with a magic ring (they really are magic!), along with learning four other basic stitches. This workshop will help you to start seeing the potential of crochet. And you’ll take home a star at the end of the session. Left-handed tuition available
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Moseley Road Baths and Women & Theatre present:The Saving of Moseley Road Bath; the importance of wilful individuals
Come celebrate the saving of Moseley Road Baths, with an accessible and entertaining theatre production. As the Baths begins a redevelopment programme to repair, restore and transform, Women & Theatre tells the story of how these beloved Edwardian swimming baths were saved.
Performed by a community cast, this is a fun, imaginative and engaging celebratory piece of theatre exploring how a group of wilful individuals united and rescued this civic space.
Women & Theatre is a Birmingham based theatre company who have been making deep work about things that matter, using the language and lives of ordinary people for over 40 years.
