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5th July 2010 | Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) Exhibition | The Biscuit Factory

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:02:17 +0000

The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project to exhibit in Newcastle
• Original children’s art for sale to support the education of Cambodian children

The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) is to exhibit a range of original paintings by almost 100 Cambodian children in Newcastle on July 5th at The Biscuit Factory.

The exhibition is part of a 24-city European tour by CCPP this spring and summer to raise money, vital to provide ongoing educational support to more than 100 children in the Sihanoukville region of Cambodia.

The exhibitions opening to the public is from 18:30-21:00 on Monday the 5th of July, with 100 small and 20 large paintings for sale from between 15-150 pounds each.

Felix Brooks-church, General Manager of the Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) comments: “The current economic climate has significantly affected tourism numbers in Cambodia, so rather than waiting for the world to come to us, we thought we’d bring the children’s paintings to the world.

“CCPP works directly with families in Cambodia to make it possible for more than 100 children to attend school. We create a safe and supportive place where the children can learn, play and express themselves through daily activities such as painting, drawing and sculpture, as well as sports, English and computing classes. We also provide food, medical care and clean clothing – which all plays a part in ensuring that the children stay in school for as long as possible.

“The majority of the children involved in the Project live in terrible conditions and lack regular access to food, clean water and medical care. They have little or no education and make money by collecting cans and plastic bottles. Sadly, they are often the victims of violent abuse and paedophilia.

“Our hope is that education can help counteract the effects of poverty and that the children will go on to become active members of their own communities, helping to shape the future of Cambodia.

“This European tour would not have been possible without the support of past volunteers who have helped us in Cambodia over the past three years. They have been instrumental in organizing each event in their home towns, spending much of their time and money to set up the events. The overall reaction to the exhibitions has been inspiring – it’s truly a global network of people that keeps our doors open.”

For more information:
Rachel E. Brown, The Biscuit Factory
+44 778 999 7636
rachel@thebiscuitfactory.com
www.thebiscuitfactory.com

Felix Brooks-church, CCPP Director
+44 790 337 3881
ccppexhibitions@gmail.com
www.letuscreate.org

Time and Date:
18:30-21:00 Monday the 5th of July

The Biscuit Factory
www.thebiscuitfactory.com
16 Stoddart Street
Shieldfield
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE2 1AN

0191 261 1103

About us:
The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) is a grass roots initiative working with some of the country’s poorest children. Cambodia is one of the very poorest countries of South East Asia and CCPP’s aim is to create a brighter future for these kids through art and education.

CCPP is a continuation of an activity initiated by Roger Dixon, a professional artist, who came to Cambodia to paint on Sihanoukville’s beaches in the early 1990s. The local children were intrigued by this man and his paints and wanted to try it for themselves. So Roger brought the necessary materials with him the following season and the children started to paint. The activity proved so popular and successful that Roger made it into a regular feature during his annual visits to Sihanoukville, financing it from his limited personal means. Backed up by an enthusiastic group of local volunteers the activity grew in size and scope, and diversified.

In April 2006, CCPP was registered as an NGO to provide the project with a legal status and to make it possible to sustain and expand its activities. Since its humble beginnings almost three years ago, over four hundred children have been a part of the initiative. CCPP now provides the children with not only access to painting, craft and sports activities, but also two meals a day, access to medical and dental assistance and most importantly, an opportunity to receive a proper education. CCPP also runs English and computing classes in-house, in addition to sponsoring all the children to attend Khmer school full time.

In 2007 CCPP moved from its modest beach shack to a safer location off the beach, more appropriate for the children and their needs. The new centre has a range of facilities including a large painting studio, clean bathrooms and a full kitchen, as well as an indoor gallery space, education classrooms and volunteer accommodation.

Most of the regularly attending children no longer sell their bracelets and wares along the beach, yet they continue to earn money to help support their families through the sale of their paintings from the CCPP gallery. Paintings are sold for $4. Two dollars go to the child’s family, and $2 goes into CCPP’s communal education fund which we use to offer all our children a chance to attend Khmer school, paying school fees and providing uniforms, bags, books and pens and any ongoing costs such as one-on-one tutoring.

The children now spend their spare time playing, painting and interacting with CCPP’s staff and volunteers at the centre. In a sense, they have been given back their youth, with a chance to be kids again for a couple of hours a day, and are protected, out of harm’s way.

North East Antiques and Vintage Fairs | June 2010 – September 2010

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:57:44 +0000

North East Antiques Fairs 2010: Antique and Vintage Fairs for June to September

Date	Event	Venue	Town
27/06/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	New College Durham	Durham
04/07/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	International Stadium	Gateshead
06/07/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Wentworth Leisure Centre	Hexham
11/07/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Ushaw College	Durham
08/08/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Rheged Discovery Centre	Penrith
10/08/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Wentworth Leisure Centre	Hexham
15/08/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Derwent Manor Hotel	Allensford
21/08/2010- 22/08/2010	Rival Arts present The Summer Fair @ Hexham	Wentworth Leisure Centre	Hexham
30/08/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	New College Durham	Durham
05/09/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Riverside Leisure Centre	Morpeth
12/09/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	International Stadium	Gateshead
14/09/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Wentworth Leisure Centre	Hexham
19/09/2010	Antiques and Collectors Fair	Rheged Discovery Centre	Penrith

18th and 19th June 2010 | ‘Love and War’ at the Sage, Gateshead

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:45:15 +0000

In his startling new work Mark Bruce uses theatre-in-the-round and a soundtrack including Sparklehorse, The White Stripes, Nirvana, Queens of the Stone Age, Tom Waits and György Ligeti, to plunge the imagination into a raw arena of the otherworld.

Time shifts and figures from myth and ritual collide; Gods emerge amongst frenzied cheerleaders, murderous strangers, dogs of war and bedraggled homecoming queens, in a heart-searching dance work of savage beauty.

Love and War is the Mark Bruce Company’s latest full-length production since its critically acclaimed Sea of Bones.

“the seven characters in Love and War turn out to be darker and more potent than any circus troupe.” The Guardian

“Love And War is an intoxicating carnival of emotions that’s bursting with violent passion, rich symbolism and genuine beauty” – Suit Yourself Magazine

“Bruce’s choreography has never looked more inventive, with classically based moves twisted into ferocious gestures of destruction or strung out into decadent ennui. The dancers are excellent.” (Sea of Bones) The Guardian

Please note that there are two performances of this concert – on the 18th and 19th of June 2010.

Event Information:

Contemporary Dance Show

18th and 19th June 2010

8pm

Mark Bruce’s ‘Love and War’

Hall Two

The Sage Centre
St Mary’s Square
Gateshead Quays
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE8 2JR

Find out more about The Sage Centre Gateshead

What’s On in Newcastle upon Tyne for August 2010?

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:45:21 +0000

What's On in Newcastle upon Tyne for August 2010?

What's On	Venue	Town	Date
Exhibition: North East Beat - Venues, Bands and Fans	Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens	Sunderland	29/05/2010 -12/09/2010
Exhibition: Building Bridges	Discovery Museum	Newcastle upon Tyne	12/06/2010 -30/01/2011
Exhibition: DinoMites	South Shields Museum and Art Gallery	South Shields	12/06/2010 -26/09/2010
Exhibition: Takhti - A Modern Iranian Hero	Hatton Gallery	Newcastle University	24/06/2010 -21/08/2010
Exhibition: Craftivism	Shipley Art Gallery	Gateshead	10/07/2010 -07/11/2010
Exhibition: William Armstrong	Discovery Museum	Newcastle upon Tyne	10/07/2010 -16/11/2010
Exhibition: Build It!	Monkwearmouth Station Museum	Sunderland	17/07/2010 -26/09/2010
Gateshead Summer Flower Show	Gateshead	Newcastle upon Tyne	30/07/2010 -01/08/2010
Canoeing for Beginners	The Customs House	South Shields	31/07/2010 -07/08/2010
Joe Pasquale	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	01/08/2010
Flat Racing Day	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	04/08/2010
Oliver - Stage Experience	Sunderland Empire	Sunderland	05/08/2010 -07/08/2010
FREE Saturday Art Classes	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	07/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	07/08/2010
Summer Soirees	The Customs House	South Shields	09/08/2010 -27/08/2010
Mad Hatters Tea Party	Bede's World	Jarrow	12/08/2010
The Ken Dodd Happiness Show	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	12/08/2010 -13/08/2010
Northumbrian WaterAid Raceday	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	13/08/2010
Fame - The Musical	The Customs House	South Shields	13/08/2010 -14/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	14/08/2010
Dominic Kirwan	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	14/08/2010
Tynemouth Book Fair	Tynemouth Station	Tynemouth	15/08/2010
Romeo and Juliet	The Customs House	South Shields	18/08/2010 -22/08/2010
Guess How Much I Love You - Live on Stage	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	19/08/2010 -21/08/2010
Seven Stories Birthday Party with Jaqueline Wilson	Seven Stories	Newcastle upon Tyne	19/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	21/08/2010
The Importance of Being Earnest	Preston Hall Museum and Park	Stockton on Tees	21/08/2010
The Importance of Being Earnest	Mount Grace Priory	Northallerton	22/08/2010
Friends of Shipley: Kate Brindley	Shipley Art Gallery	Gateshead	26/08/2010
Simone Felice	Cluny2	Newcastle upon Tyne	26/08/2010
Bootleg 60s	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	26/08/2010
Beer & Curry Racenight	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	27/08/2010
Chess	Theatre Royal Newcastle	Newcastle upon Tyne	27/08/2010 -11/09/2010
Fireman Sam	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	27/08/2010 -29/08/2010
Silversmith Demonstrations by Les Howe	Bede's World	Jarrow	28/08/2010 -30/08/2010
Kielder Foot Festival	Kielder Water	Northumberland	28/08/2010 -05/09/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	28/08/2010
Glee Club	The Customs House	South Shields	28/08/2010 -29/08/2010
The Texas Tenors	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	28/08/2010
Blaydon Races Family Fun Day	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	30/08/2010
Doctor Who Day	Seven Stories	Newcastle upon Tyne	30/08/2010

Fairytales and Football?! | Saturday 29th May to Sunday 6th June 2010 | Seven Stories

Wed, 12 May 2010 16:12:21 +0000

Half Term @ Seven Stories:
Football and Fairytales

At Seven Stories it’s Football Vs Fairies – which side are you on?

Whether you are going Football Crazy or the World Cup weary, Seven Stories has fun and events for everyone.

During half term there will be fairytales from around the world with a football twist, as well as a number of art and craft activities, as well as some exciting events.

There will also be Football stories and Fairytales from around the world, told by the resident storytellers.

Book early to avoid the red card!

Dates:
Saturday 29th May 2010 – Sunday 6th June 2010
Fairytale and Football Story times 11.30am and 2.00pm daily.

Opening Hours:
Mondays to Saturdays 10.00am – 5.00pm
Sundays 10.00am – 4.00pm

Seven Stories is the first museum in the UK wholly dedicated to the art of British children’s books: step inside to celebrate the pleasure of reading and discover how books spark our imagination and creativity.

Admission: £6, £5 and discounts for Families, see website for details.

Address:

Seven Stories

Centre for Children’s Books

30 Lime Street

Newcastle upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear

NE1 2PQ

Tel: 0845 271 0777

Seven Stories on Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne
Seven Stories Website

Ten Things To Try Out In Toon

Paul33 — Wed, 12 May 2010 09:07:23 +0000

Ten Great Reasons for Visiting Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle may not be the largest city in the United Kingdom but it is one full of history, culture, entertainment and so much more. Here are just ten of the reasons for visiting Newcastle upon Tyne.

History of Newcastle and Tyneside

Newcastle has a history spanning 1800 years, when it was first made into a settlement by the Romans as a fort for the protection of a bridge over the important River Tyne.

Since this time, Newcastle upon Tyne has played a pivotal role in the history of the United Kingdom in so many facets, many of which have left their legacy on the city you can see today.

The history of the city of Newcastle is multi-layered, and a visit to Newcastle will open the eyes of anyone who visits as they wander around the city taking in the historical monuments and buildings of days gone by.

Nightlife in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle is renowned across the UK and Europe for its night life.

Many a group of revellers love to descend on this northern city to enjoy a wonderful night out in the many pubs, bars and clubs throughout the city.

Newcastle Theatres

Newcastle upon Tyne certainly has a great theatrical scene within the city.

With many theatres in and around Tyneside there is much to choose from, the most famous of which being the largest theatre: the Theatre Royal which opened in 1837.

Museums in Newcastle upon Tyne

For those that enjoying touring around museums, Newcastle will not disappoint.

With many great museums to visit such as The Discovery Museum, The Great North Museum and the Newburn Hall Motor Museum, Newcastle, Tyneside and the surrounding area has a lot to offer.

Art Galleries in Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne has long inspired the arts, and for this reason has a number of great art galleries where works of art from local and international artists can be seen in all their glory.

Just two such art galleries are the Gallagher & Turner Gallery and Laing Art Gallery.

Newcastle upon Tyne Concerts

There are many music venues in the city which draw a lot of music lovers to Newcastle.

The largest of these venues are the Metro Radio Arena which holds 11,000 people and the O2 Academy Newcastle, as well as the BALTIC by the River Tyne.

River Tyne, Newcastle

The main reason that Newcastle has become the renowned city it is today is the impact of the River Tyne: it was the reason a settlement was created in the first place, and has been a driving force in the growth of the city ever since.

The River Tyne is a wonderful place to visit for walks, cycling, boating and much more. If you love Britain’s waterways or would just like to find a place to get away from it all, then the River Tyne in Newcastle is the place to visit.

Newcastle United Football Club

With the United Kingdom being a place full of football mad fans, Newcastle United is a popular reason to visit the city of Newcastle upon Tyne.

With a rich history, huge fan base and an amazing ground in St. James Park, a visit to Newcastle United’s home is a must for any visitor to the city.

The Great North Run in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle is the host to one of the world’s most popular half marathon road running events: the Great North Run.

The Great North Run is a huge event that attracts massive crowds and is an annual attraction for visitors to the city of Newcastle.

Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club

For Rugby fans, Newcastle upon Tyne has the Premiership side Newcastle Falcons.

A great club with a big heart, the Newcastle Falcons have built themselves up over the space of fifteen years to become a driving force in Rugby Union.

External Links:
Museums in Newcastle upon Tyne
Art Galleries in Newcastle
Newcastle United Football Club
The Great North Run
Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club

26th May 2010 | Nina Nastasia @ The Cluny 2

estherrosie — Thu, 06 May 2010 07:30:42 +0000

Honey throated songstress and (John) Peel darling Nina Nastasia comes to Newcastle for an intimate concert in Cluny 2.

She’ll be touring Outlaster, her first record since 2007′s You Follow Me, the collobaration with Jim White of Dirty Three.

if you aren’t familiar, think chamber pop /folk in the mould of:
smog, bonnie prince billy, mark kozelek, vashti bunyan, diane cluck, isobell campbell, laura marling

or check out the new single here:
http://fat-cat.co.uk/fatcat/release.php?id=315

Here’s steve albini on the debut record he engineered:

In the process of making a record, you hear it so many times that the charms of even the best of them can wear off through over-exposure. On rare occasions, records I’ve worked on have withstood this scrutiny and ended up being personal favorites. Nina Nastasia’s ‘Dogs’ is a record so simultaneously unassuming and grandiose that I can’t really describe it, except in terms that would make it (and me) sound silly. Of the couple thousand records I’ve been involved with, this is one of my favourites, and one that I’m proud to be associated with.”

tickets are £10 advance available here:
http://www.safeconcerts.com/gigs.asp?gn=120498

supports

Pilgrims:
www.myspace.com/dictaphonesongs

Dark Sky Singers:
http://www.myspace.com/thedarkskysingers

Join the Cluny Newcastle on Facebook

The Cluny
www.theheadofsteam.co.uk
Ouseburn Warehouse Workshops
Lime Street
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE1 2PN
United Kingdom
0191 230 4474

Newcastle Asian Arts and Music Festival: Newcastle Mela 2010 31 July – 1st August 2010

Paul33 — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:31:12 +0000

Newcastle Mela 2010

The Newcastle Mela 2010, the Newcastle Asian Arts and Music Festival is on Saturday 31st July 2010 and Sunday 1st August 2010

Newcastle Mela 2010
Exhibition Park
Town Moor
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2

Festival Times: 12noon to 7.00pm both days, entry is FREE to this Newcastle event, and perfect for the whole family!

About the N.A.A.M.

Newcastle Asian Arts and Music is a voluntary organisation that was formed in April 1993. Its main aim is to promote Asian arts, music and culture within Newcastle and the North East region.

The main emphasis in N.A.A.M activities is upon the provision of a safe and supportive environment, therefore allowing the opportunities for all the community members to fully participate in events such as the Mela.

What is Mela?

‘Mela’ originate from the Indian sub continent: the word Mela comes from the Sanskrit “to meet” and is related to the word “milana”. It is commonly used to describe a large gathering of people celebrating artistic, religious or political events – a fair or a festival.

In the same way that many fairs or holidays in Europe would begin on the feast days of saints, Melas in south Asia have their origins in religious gatherings such as Eid Vaisakhi or Diwali.

Celebrations form an immeasurably important part of the sub-continent’s fabric. Melas are feasts of sights, smells, sounds and tastes and will often feature bazaars, folk troupes, traditional and contemporary and modern music and dance.

Newcastle Mela attracts 30,000 people every year.

The Mela is a free event based around Punjabi, Pakistani, Bengali, Hindi and other South Asian cultures, and is open to anyone who wants to learn more, be entertained and meet new people as well as enjoy different music, art and food in the heart of Newcastle.

With a line up including the hottest contemporary Asian acts as well as traditional displays of music and dance it’s an event likely to appeal to all ages and races.

Taking place in Exhibition Park, the Mela promises to be weekend full of fun with music, games, stalls and exhibitions to help everyone have a great weekend! With a stage playing host to musicians and dancers, hundreds of stalls selling arts and crafts and food and drink and a children’s programme to help the kids learn, make friends and have fun; there’s plenty to do whatever your tastes.

Further details as soon as they become available!

Newcastle Mela Website

1st May 2010 | Bank Holiday Weekend | Shindig 18th Birthday at WHQ

estherrosie — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 07:34:19 +0000

SHINDIG 18TH BIRTHDAY @ WORLD HEADQUARTERS WITH CLAUDE VON STROKE, HEIDI (GET PHYSICAL/RADIO 1) & ALI OOFT , NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, SATURDAY 1ST MAY

Shindig 18th Anniversary- 18 Years In Clubland

Standing proud of a reputable 18 years cultivating club land, Shindig has trodden its own path from the old World Headquarters (Club Afrika) where it all began in the 90’s, to now celebrating a major milestone in throwing parties for its loyal mix of night crawlers.

Over two decades in its long and illustrious career, amid various walls and open spaces, Shindig has boxed an uncompromising vibe together with a genuine subculture that is cultivated not bought. Since way back in 1992, Shindig has been responsible for bringing the best talent across the House, Techno and Electronic worlds to the North East; Mention the term “House Music”, amongst Newcastle’s proud cobbled alleys of clubbing and Shindig’s reputation will most certainly come up in conversation.

Kicking off a full UK Tour, celebrating their 18th Anniversary for the duration of 2010, Claude Von Stroke will be blowing out the candles at World Headquarters on Saturday 1st May, in the good company of Get Physical and BBC Radio1’s Heidi. In the comfortable surroundings of downstairs, OOFT Music’s Ali Herron alongside the creative trio One20, will be providing deep-as-you-like house, forgotten funk and more.

Don’t miss Shindig turning 18…old enough to go to our old club…

SHINDIG 18TH BIRTHDAY @ WORLD HEADQUARTERS: SATURDAY 1ST MAY
UPSTAIRS///
CLAUDE VON STROKE (DIRTYBIRD)
HEIDI (GET PHYSICAL / BBC RADIO 1)
SCOTT BRADFORD
NEIL BAINBRIDGE

DOWNSTAIRS///
ALI OOFT (OOFT MUSIC)
MARK LOWRY
ONE20

World Headquarters, Carliol Sq, Newcastle

Doors : 11pm – 5.00am** Extended Opening Hours

Tickets: £15 on Door.
Limited Que Jump will be available..Leave your names on the event wall…http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=105885172785824

Tel: 07875 410673 (Shindig)
Membership and More Info – www.shindiguk.com

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22nd to 25th April 2010 | The Cluny’s Sausage and Ale Festival!

estherrosie — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:14:34 +0000

The Cluny and Stewart & Co. Fine Food & Butchery
present:

The Cluny’s Sausage & Ale Festival

St George’s Weekend

Stewart & Co’s award-winning butchers combine the finest meat with the pick of The Cluny’s real ales to offer you a unique selection of mouth-watering sausages!

Thursday 22nd April – Sunday 25th April

Join the Cluny Newcastle on Facebook

The Cluny
www.theheadofsteam.co.uk
Ouseburn Warehouse Workshops
36 Lime Street
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE1 2PN
United Kingdom
0191 230 4474

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