Spring is in the air and we have another busy couple of weeks ahead of us. Meet the animals and their keeper from Northumberland College Zoo, be astounded by local magician Ryan Phelps or get involved in International Women’s Day and Fairtrade Fortnight! Our wonderful Woollies have been at it again! Last week, just in…
Read More What has happened to the weather? Don’t worry though, we still have tonnes to keep you busy including the first of a series of talks with Kielder Observatory who are exploring the Jewels of the Universe. Closer to home why not explore North East birds through the eyes of local artists. Plus, if that wasn’t…
Read More 2021 is starting online, but don’t worry, we have got it covered! Join Howard for his top gardening tips, burn off those Christmas calories with Christina’s dance fitness class and get involved with our second edition of the Encompass Engager Zine! Plus let’s start this edition of Grapevine with some wonderful news! Remember Linskill’s Summer Challenge…
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Season’s Greetings! & to a better year aheadx We are thinking of you and look forward to coming together soon Stay creative & stay safe From everyone at Chilli Studios xx STUDIO & ONLINE UPDATES: We will be reducing our online programme during the festive period but there are a couple of extra sessions to break up…
Read More In our penultimate edition of 2020 find out how our Autumn Challenge went, make some delicious Oreo Truffles to enjoy with our first edition of the ‘Encompass Engager’ – you will need a cuppa too! Plus if the festive period gets a bit too much, unwind with a Tai Chi class. TAKE NOTICE Over 7…
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Life might be different this year, but you can still spend #DecemberTogether. Newcastle City Council have teamed up with Active Newcastle to deliver a full month of frolics this December. Daily activities will include arts and crafts, fun exercises, cooking, pop-up choirs and more, with some extra special guests joining in to help out. Keep…
Read More Winter greetings! With further lockdown and winter drawing in, it’s important to stay connected. Please feel free to join us for social and creative stimulus. We have some exciting updates below including a trial opening of the Studios for two weeks in December! It’s a packed programme! as well as new online Zoom activities (Programme…
Read More This issue we’re asking you to sign up to explore North Shields Fish Quay with Tynemouth Fine Art, forage for foliage for our ONLINE Wreath Making Workshop and join us in understanding how to tackle loneliness during the pandemic. Plus we have a delicious super easy meal for you to try. TAKE NOTICE Join us…
Read MoreOctober is the month during which older people worldwide stand proud and celebrate their achievements and the contributions they make to society. Putting a global spotlight on getting older, the World Health Organisation has this year launched its Decade of Healthy Ageing (2020-2030), looking at how people can fulfil their potential in dignity and equality in…
Read More Who knew it was Autumn with all this lovely sunshine! We hope this issue finds everyone fit and well and ready for some more Covid safe activities including Bike Rides, Paper Quilling and Online First Aid. KEEP LEARNINGHalloween will be a bit different this year so why not decorate your house with these beautiful paper…
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