What’s On in the AreaWhat's On in Blyth, Cramlington and Seaton Valley
Blyth Venues
Buffalo Community Centre
Youth Club - Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Buffalo Centre - term time only from 5:45 pm - 7:45 pm, 8—16 year olds, only 30p per session.
Art Group - every Tuesday from 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm. £1.50 per session, pop along to the Buffalo Community Centre if you are interested in art, like to share ideas, get together with like-minded people, share ideas.
Arts and Crafts - every Tuesday evening from 5:30 – 8:00 pm
Pop along and learn oil painting, acrylic painting, card making, drawing, flower arranging, stencilling, leather purse making. All materials supplied as well as drinks, cakes and biscuits. Cost: £10 for first week then £7.50 for additional weeks.
Youth club project at The Buffalo Community Centre
Youth Club on a Monday evening from 7 – 9 pm, at the Buffalo Community Centre for young people aged 11 – 18 with mild to moderate learning disabilities. Admission is 50p.
Activities include: Pool, Wii, play station, arts and crafts and much more. Pop along and meet the Buffalo’s friendly staff
Anyone interested in joining or requiring any further information please ring: Eileen Cartie, Buffalo Community Centre, 01670 363858
ESOL course in partnership with JET - Wednesday mornings from 10 am - 12 noon. Both the Health Cookery and this course will have FREE childcare. Unfortunately there is no funding for transport.
Any queries to Adeline Keogh on 0775481563 or Eileen Cartie on 01670363858.
Newsham Pavilion
Newsham and New Delaval Youth Forum Youth Clubs
Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:30pm – ‘Tea and Toast Club’ a free session for all 11-17 year olds. Hot snacks and drinks available each week free of charge.
Fridays 6:00-8:00pm – ‘Newsham Getaway Club’ a free youth club for all 11-17 year olds. Different activities each week including, arts and crafts, sports and cooking.
Blyth Central Methodist Church
Tea Dance – Join the Alzheimer’s Society for an afternoon of live musical entertainment and dancing (dancing optional) on:
Wednesday 10th July 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
Wednesday 14th August 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
Wednesday 11th September 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
Wednesday 9th October 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
Wednesday 13th November 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
Wednesday 11th December 2013, 1:30 – 4 pm
The Tea Dance is a fun and relaxed group for people with dementia, their families and carers. Free tea / coffee refreshments are provided. Dancing is optional !!
For further information or to express your interest in attending please contact: Lisa Mollett on 01670 366 123 or email lisa.mollett@alzheimers.org.uk
Cramlington Venues
Eastfield Pavilion
Monday Morning Breakfast Club - meets every Monday for breakfast at the Pavilion from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon. All welcome.
East Hartford Community Centre
Fit2Fight - Muay Thai & Fitness training
***** FIRST LESSON FREE ***** For details contact: Gary on 01670 738 697 or Email: fit2fight@btinternet.com or via Facebook.
Juniors: Tuesday 6pm.
Seniors: Tuesdays 7pm; Wednesdays & Thursdays 6.30pm and Saturdays 10.30am.
St Paul’s RC Church, Dewley, Cramlington
To celebrate the Year of Faith, St Paul’s RC Church in Cramlington is holding a Flower Festival from 28th June to 30 June 2013 and we would like the Blyth Valley community to join us in our celebrations. The opening times are as follows:
Fri 28 June 9.30 am Service/Opening Ceremony
11.00 – 4.00 pm Flower Viewing
Sat 29 June 10.00 – 4.00 pm Flower Viewing
Sun 30 June 12.00 – 5.00 pm Flower Viewing
5.00 pm Closing Concert (Tickets £2.50)
For tickets to the concert please contact 07751802799. Refreshments will be available during flower viewing.
Seaton Valley Venues
New Hartley Community Centre
Parents and Toddlers have spaces. This group meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 – 3:00 pm and Fridays 9:00 am – 12:00 noon.
Summer Fair – Saturday 22nd June 2013
Astley Park Pavilion
The Seaton Delaval Toddler Group
Meets every Thursday from 9:30 – 11:00 am at the Astley Park Pavilion. Cost: £1.50 per family (1 adult + 2 children), 50p per extra child. All welcome.
For further information please contact Laura Thompson on 07817966537 or email vlowery85@hotmail.co.uk
Seaton Sluice Community Centre
Bric-a-Brac Sale and Refreshments – Wednesdays 5th June and 3rd July. Tables are £5 for small and £10 for large. For more information please contact Liz or Claire on 0191 298 0323
Singalong for Senior Citizens and Friends - Friday 28th June 2013, 10:30 - 1pm
The Festival of Music opens up its week end of music. What a way to start sit back and enjoy the voices of the Sliver Singers while having a drink.
The morning starts at the community centre with refreshments and then into music with the Silver Singers, where you can join in or just listen. Then at 12 o’clock if you want you can have a lovely bowl of soup.
Northumberland Pipes Workshop - Friday 28th June 2013, 10:30 - 3:30pm
The Festival of Music has worked its magic again; - Learn how to play a tune on the Northumberland pipes. Spend the day with the pipe master Dave Shaw and learn how to play and how to play a tune by the end of the day. This full day session includes lunch and refreshments £20 per head. You must be 16 years and over. Spaces are limited some please contact 0191 2375163 or 2371136.
Linisfarne Gospels Art Workshop Friday 28th June 2013, 1:30 - 3:30pm
Festival of Music has arranged this great afternoon of crafts and art. Enjoy recreating the art of the Lindisfarne Gospels - from paperwork to glass. An afternoon where you can enjoy taking part in 1:30 - 3:30 pm £5 a per person - includes all of the equipment.
Children’s Music Workshop - Saturday 29th June 2013 at 10 am
Festival of Music has a great FREE event on for children. This is a great way to introduce your child into the world of music.
Coffee with Mike - Mike Waller and his musical friends - Saturday 29th June 2013 at 10am
While the kids are at the Music workshop - chill and have a coffee with Mike and the musicians in the Main Hall of Seaton Sluice. Enjoy the music while you have a nice cup of tea or coffee. There will be a small admission fee to cover costs.
Lunch Spot – Saturday 29th June 2013, 12 noon – 1:15 pm With music all around!
Songs and Music of the North – Musical Talent Challenge – Saturday 29th June 2013, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Geordie Music Night – Saturday 29th June 2013 7:30 – 10:00 pm
With Stewart Hardy and Friends – All welcome
Book Sale – Saturday 6th July 2013 from 10 am – 2 pm
More information from Liz or Claire on 0191 298 0323
Seaton Sluice Harbour Day - Saturday 20th July 2013, 10 am – 4 pm
Seghill Community Centre
Bric a Brac Sale – Thursday 27th June 2013, 2 – 4 pm. All Welcome.
St Paul’s Church, Seaton Sluice
Kit and Caboodle - Contemporary and Jazz from musicians at the Sage, Gatehead.
Friday 28th June 2013, 7pm
Festival of Music hosts this great evening event. This group of musicians from The Sage comes with vocals and unusual instruments. An incredible evening that everyone can enjoy.
Refreshments available on the night.
Celebration of Music St Paul’s Church - Sunday 30th June 2013, 4.30pm
Festival of Music grand finale. What a wonderful end to a whole weekend of Music provided by the Festival of Music Team.
A host of different artists and musicians come together for the weekend to say thank you and good bye -- but it’s just for now! Enjoy some refreshments at the end of the evening.
Seaton Delaval Hall
Chilli Festival – Saturday and Sunday 6th and 7th July 2013
There will be park and ride facilities on the day.
The Church of Our Lady
Early English Music at The Church of Our Lady - next to Seaton Delaval Hall - Sunday 30th June 2013, 11.30 and 3.30pm
The Festival of Music ends the weekend end with the first of two concerts - in one of the oldest churches within the Seaton Sluice area. Jacob Heringham will be playing the Lute at the first of these events at the Church of Our Lady starting at 11.30 am and again at 1.30 pm Costs £10.
St Marys Church, Holywell
Summer Fayre - 3rd August from 1.30 - 4.30pm. All welcome
Seghill Holy Trinity
Vicars Garden Party - 7th September from 11am – 2 pm. Everyone welcome.
Other Areas
The Alligator Klub
The Alligator Klub is a nightclub for people over 18 years of age with learning difficulties and their carers.
Pop along and meet new friends, enjoy a good night of great music with DJ Spikey. Members will be able to perform on the ‘Open Mike Session’ Every last Friday in the month from 7 pm – 10:30 pm at The Bothal Suite, Ashington Leisure Centre, Institute Road, Ashington. £3 per session.
All enquiries to: 01670 813327 / 07757 776517 / Email: thealligatorklub@hotmail.co.uk