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International Print Exchange 2014
14th October to 10th November 2014 
This exhibition celebrates their 6th exchange, showcasing the prints received this year produced by 86 printmakers from all over the world! 

The IPE was founded by and is dedicated to David Michael Johnson. In 2009, David sent out our original call for interest to printmakers from all over the world on 28 February 2009, with the hopes that a few would be interested in a small studio based in the United Kingdom organising such an event. Within just 24 hours he received over 400 positive emails from national and international printmakers. Such a response surpassed even their expectations and prompted the beginning of our first International Print Exchange in 2009.
David was diagnosed with terminal cancer shortly after our IPE 2009 was completed, and after a precious few months with his family around him, he sadly passed away on 4 June 2010. Even though David is no longer with us, they have continued his legacy and every year they dedicate each exchange to his memory.

This year they have received 86 print editions from printmakers all over the world. To coincide with this exhibition they have produced a publication featuring all prints that took part in IPE 2014. This book, along with each print that took part this year will be available to view and purchase throughout the duration of this exhibition.


This exhibition will be in the Banks Mill Studios (foyer), 71 Bridge Street, Derby, DE1 3LB and will be open to the public:
Week days 11am - 5pm; 
Saturday 18 October and Sat 1 & Sun 2 Nov 11am-3pm

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I've only ever heard of Pauline Quirke (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pauline_Quirke) as a actor in Birds of a Feather so it was a surprise to hear about The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts: creating thrills and skills for life.

From Pauline herself:

I started The Pauline Quirke Academy (PQA) because when I was younger some of my happiest times were spent in drama classes. Looking back I can see that the skills I learnt and the friends I made were really where it all started for me, so I wanted to re-create that opportunity for a new generation of young people.

Since 2007, PQA has given 4-18 year olds an outstanding training in performing arts in an environment that is both friendly and rewarding. With training in all areas of the arts – including film & television, FREE Trinity College London exams, regular Creative Stages Reports to monitor progress, specialist masterclasses, our brilliant agency for professional work and the chance to see yourself on the big screen of your local cinema as well as perform in London’s West End, my team and I think we’ve put together a really different performing arts experience. I hope we can welcome you into the PQA family soon.

Our nearest academy is held at Derby Moor Community Sports College, Moorway Lane, Littleover, Derby, DE23 2FS
On Saturdays 9.45 til 1.00pm
Poppets (presumably the younger group) is 10.00 til 11.30am

See: http://www.pqacademy.com/locations/derby/

incidentally this may be of interest:  http://www.friendsofallestreepark.org.uk/friends/the-future-of-hall-and-park-mainmenu-67.html

                                                                      

                

Calling Notice for 

the Friends of Allestree Park

Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Allestree Park will be held on Wednesday 22^nd October 2014 at Derby University.  The meeting will commence at 7.00pm. (Please note: the meeting room will be signposted from the main foyer in the University)

There are vacancies on the committee.  Anyone wishing to stand for election to the committee should submit their nominations in writing to the  Secretary (Edwin Slade) a minimum of two weeks prior to the date of the AGM; via post to 10 Derwent Close, Allestree, Derby DE22 2UY, or e-mail to edwinslade@btinternet.com

Everyone is welcome to attend, but note that only FOAP members are eligible to stand for election or vote at the AGM.

The AGM will be followed by a talk by Dr Alan Wilmot on 'The Flora of Derbyshire'.

LIFE IS FOR LEARNING

The University of the Third Age (U3A) movement is a unique and existing organisation which provides, through its U3As, life-enhancing and life-changing opportunities.  Retired and semi-retired people come together and learn together, not for qualifications, but for it sown reward: the sheer joy of discovery!

Members share their skills and life experiences, the learners teach and the teachers learn, and there is no distinction between them.

The U3A movement is supported by its national organisation, the Third Age Trust.  See: http://www.u3a.org.uk/


I have recently joined the Derby branch of this organisation.

There are several active groups here in Derby: from Art Appreciation to Walks; from Internet and Email for Beginners to Everyday Science.  And each month more groups are starting: this month it's Gardening and also Crafts.

We had our inaugural Crafts meeting today when several people came.  We've now planned what we're going to get up to in the months before Christmas.  It's very much a group run by the members, for the members, with everyone having a say.  We have all learnt different crafts, so it's going to be fun sharing our expertise and getting encouragement to finish our UFOs (unfinished objects)!

On the last Thursday of each month there's a branch Monthly Meeting with notices and a talk.  This month the talk's "Quaker Peg", an unusual life, with George Drury.

Last week we went on a coach trip to the Birmingham Botanical Garden (http://www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk/), somewhere we'd never have got round to visiting on our own and Soho House Museum (http://www.bmag.org.uk/soho-house).  I believe that next month's trip is to Bletchley Park.

So if you've nothing to do, come along to the U3A here in Derby and from now on there'll never be a dull moment!


Derby U3A: http://u3asites.org.uk/code/u3asite.php?site=158

Come (Scottish Country) Dancing

You don't need to be a Scot and you don't have to wear a kilt, but if you enjoy dancing to stirring music, and healthy exercise in a friendly atmosphere then pop along to Lawn Primary School, Norbury Close, Allestree, (behind Park Farm Shopping Centre).  No experience is needed - just enthusiasm.  

this isn't us, but it'll give you an idea

Qualified tutors from Derby Scottish Association run classes every monday during school term time.  

We start at 7pm for beginners or those who wish to improve their technique, and the main class is from 7.45pm til 9.45pm.

Entry is £3, which includes light refreshments.  For more details, ring  Michael Holland on 01332 550444 or email m.holland741@gmail.com.

Banks Mill Open Studios and Artisan Fair offer free entry and will be open to the public over the whole weekend

Friday, 28 November 5pm-8pm

Saturday, 29 November 10am-5pm

Sunday, 30 November 10am-5pm

Food will also be available in their pop up cafe by The Red Pepper Food Company

http://www.evolvederby.co.uk/openstudios

For map of how to get there: https://www.google.co.uk/maps/preview?q=banks+mill+studios&ie=UTF-8&ei=aaUWVNvcKYjGOaikgcAG&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ

Work by Lucy Palmer

For a Police crime map for the area see: http://www.police.uk/derbyshire/DN02/crime/#crimetypes/2013-05



and also this BBC site: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/1447034.stm

What's happening with the clock tower at The Spot?

Time's Up? Derby's clock tower in The Spot is slated for demolition only 21 years after it was put up. The council wants to level the area as part of a plan to make space for public events and a market. Maxwell Craven from Derby Civic Society says he's astonished at the decision.


See BBC East Midlands Today: https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=943264399023984

and https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=943264399023984&set=vb.137920769558355&type=2&theater

Banks Mill Studios

Banks Mill Studios - 37 studios and targets pre-start and start-up companies with a specific interest in arts, design and/or crafts. 

In addition to providing general business development services, Banks Mill has a programme of developing the sales and marketing skills of its arts-based tenants.

The University of Derby is committed to supporting entrepreneurship and innov

https://www.facebook.com/events/698735373552031/

This month's exhibition is: http://www.emincubation.co.uk/main/Centres/Derbyshire/Banks-Mill-Studios

Also: https://www.facebook.com/events/272534176287456/
and: https://www.facebook.com/ArtsmithLIVE/photos/gm.272534536287420/688263814596296/?type=1

On Radio Derby today: 
Coming up on the afternoon show today, Richard Spurr finds out about work which has been taking place in the St Peter's Cross area of Derby to create a performance space and boost retail. A day of street entertainment will take place on Saturday to celebrate the £1 million development. Richard is pictured here with Ian Hinds from the St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District and Gill Barling who's manager of Reams Arts and Crafts.

Revamp of St Peter's Quarter is to take place:  http://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/pound-1m-scheme-unveiled-revamp-area-city-centre/story-20301884-detail/story.html

10 September 2014

Derby City Museum

Saturday 13 September, 3.00 - 4.00pm, free: Talk about Joseph Wright

also Object and Valuation Day with Charles Hanson of BBC's Antique Road Trip, frm 11am to 3pm.

http://www.derbymuseums.org/museumartgallery/

What's coming up in Derby
Autumn 2014 onwards

24 - 27 September, 7.30pm at the Guildhall Theatre
Derby Youth Musical Theatre (http://www.dymt.co.uk/): 'Grease'.


Friday 17 and Saturday 18 October, Derby Theatre
Present Company 'Fiddler on the Roof' (https://www.derbytheatre.co.uk/fiddler-roof)

Saturday 18 October at 7.00pm, St Peter's Church, Littleover
Derby Concert Orchestra (http://www.derbyconcertorchestra.co.uk/)

21 - 25 October, 7.30pm at Derby Theatre
Good Companions Stage Society (http://www.goodcomps.co.uk/News(2960034).htm): 'Oklahoma'

30/31 October and 1 November, 7.30pm St Nicholas Church, Allestree
Allestree Theatre Group (http://www.allestreetheatre.co.uk/): Table Manners



Saturday 15 November, 7.30pm Derby Cathedral
Derby Bach Choir (http://www.derbybachchoir.com/)

Saturday 22 November at 7.30pm, Derby Cathedral
Derby Choral Union (http://www.dcu.org.uk/)

25 - 29 November, at 7.30pm, Darley Abbey Village Hall
The Marlowe Players: 'No Sex Please - We're British!'.

Saturday 6 December, Central United Reformed Church, Derby
Derby Choral Union, 'Come and Sing'.


Saturday 6 December, 7pm at Derby Cathedral
Derby Concert Orchestra, Annual Family Concert

Saturday 20 December at 7.30pm, Derby Cathedral
Derby Choral Union, Concert and Carols

Saturday 14 March at 7pm, Derby Cathedtral
Derby Concert Orchestra

Saturday 28 March (my birthday!), Derby Cathedral
Derby Bach Choir

Saturday 25 April, at 7.30pm, Derby Cathedral
Derby Choral Union


Also Sitwell Singers, programme to be announced: http://www.sitwellsingers.org.uk/