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Start Creative's yurts are on the move
The Start Creative Yurt has been hired at a number of venues this summer.
First off it is heading to Pilton (the world famous landmark for Glastonbury festival) for a wedding. The next visit is to Pendleton for 'National Play Day' on 4th August where it will hold workshops for juggling ball making workshops.
We will try to bring you images and further news of the Yurt so watch this space.
Constance's exhibition opening
The 'Dreamfest' exhibition by Constance Fearn has opened at The Salford Art Gallery. The opening night was a great success and the pictures can be viewed in our gallery (under visual arts).
The work will be on display until the 26th September, so make sure you don't miss out on these fabulous art pieces.
There is even more good news for Constance. She has been recognised for her volunteering achievements and has won the award for Personal Development from the Heart of Salford Volunteer Awards. Well done Constance, we are all very proud of you!
Mobile Information Centre visiting Start
Everyone associated with Start, and the surrounding Salford community, will be able to benefit from the Mobile Information Centre. The bus will be visiting Start on a monthly basis and has useful services that are available to everyone.
The first visit will take place on Thursday 22nd July 1.00-3.30pm
Some of the services they offer include:
- Housing and council tax benefit
- Free school meals
- blue badge applications
- bus pass enquiries
- library service
- housing enquiries
Art Classes for over 50's in Ordsall
If you are over 50 and are interested in art, or want to just try it out, come along to the art classes in Ordsall!
Take a look at the poster attached for all the details, alternatively contact Danny Morrell on:
0161 351 6000
danny.morrell@startinsalford.org.uk
Start Yurt On Hire
Start Creative are on the road again and are representing 'Start' at a Manchester City Council event in Wythenshawe Park Manchester on Saturday 5th June.
The council booked one of our Urban Yurts for use as a story telling tent for their mini festival. Looks as though the summer is beginning and the Yurts are on the move again!
If you have an event or simply want to hire a space for a weekend then contact Ben Thomas on 0161 3516000 or ben.thomas@startinsalford.org.uk for a truly unique and magical space. Urban Yurts
Choirs First Ever Performance!
Start in Salford’s choir ‘Start Singing’ had its first public performance last Friday 28th May when they were invited to sing at the Vice Chancellors ‘thank-you’ event at Salford University.
Their performance consisted of a rendition of Labi Siffre’s ‘Something inside So Strong’ and the African song ‘Oh Yeah Narimbo’ which were both received extremely well. Click here to listen to our first performance.
The choir practices every Tuesday 5.30pm-7pm at Brunswick House. The cost is £3 per session.
Anyone is welcome, no matter what your age or ability. It is a great way to meet new people from your community and sing in a large, friendly group. Call Michelle on 0161 351 6000 for further details.
'Start Over Fifty' exhibition at Swinton Library
Congratualations to Clifton's 'Start Over Fifty' group who are exhibiting their work at Swinton Library. The wonderful pieces are available to view throughout May and into June. For the full details of where and when to visit go to our Events section of the website.
For more photo's of the exhibition go to our gallery pages.
Start Creative's Yurt commissions
Congratulations to Start Creative who have gained some fantastic commissions for their Yurt structures.
The team travelled to Grisedale National Forrest in the Lake District to install their latest Yurt. They were commissioned to build the Yurt, which is complete with insulation, log burning stove and solid front door, and will be available for bookings throughout the year for a unique, yet luxurious, camping experience.
They were also commissioned to produce Yurt style furniture to go inside.
Group renamed: 'Start Over Fifty'
Changes have occurred for our 50+ group that we feel we need to clarify to all our members.
The Creative Start 50+ group will now be known as 'Start Over Fifty,' its aim 'To Discover A New Creative You.'
The last few months have seen record numbers joining, with new venues added including Gan Eden, the Jewish sheltered accommodation, Moores House run by the Retail Trust, Ordsall Library and St John’s Community Centre in Walkden.
Swimathon Success
Congratulations to Liz, Sue and Michelle who completed their Swimathon, raising money for Marie Curie Cancer Care.
Sunday 18th of April saw our three fantastic challengers complete their task. They swam a total of 200 lengths, completing them in under an hour which is a great achievement. Clearly all that training had paid off.
So congratulations again, and well done from everyone at Start.
Rumour has it that the swimming bug has well and truly bitten. The next challenge...a one mile open water swim. Watch this space!
