5 great things to do at the Deepings StoryFest Free, fun filled afternoons on
24 April 1.30-5pm Sat and 23 & Sun Deepings StoryFest will be held at the Deepings Community Centre Library on Sat 23rd Sun 24th April from 1.30 to 5pm. Some workshops can be pre-booked online at ArtPopUp.Eventbrite.co The event is organised by Art Pop-Up and is part of the Deepings Literary Festival funded by South Kesteven District Council. Follow @ArtPopUpUK for the latest details. rd
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• Animal dance party • Book Factory • Author visits • Art & creative writing workshops • Circus skills Come dressed as your favourite book character to win prizes!
Circus skills
Pendragon Circus
On Sunday afternoon, Pendragon Circus are inspired by author and illustrator Ellie Sandall’s new book Balancing Bernie. Bernie the dog has a brilliant balancing act! Soon dogs from all over the park are hurrying with a woof and a bark to join in... Meet the author and illustrator Ellie Sandall to find out more about her new book featuring these funny, fabulous dogs of all shapes and sizes and have a go at drawing with her. Then join Will of Pendragon Circus to learn some tricks of your own! Suitable for ages 6+, book a free workshop place with Ellie Sandall at: ArtPopUp.Eventbrite.co The circus workshop is drop-in, maximum numbers may apply.
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Puppet theatre Hocus Pocus In the library Puppet Theatre on Sunday, the focus will be on adventures and the environment with Hocus Pocus Puppet Theatre performing the magical tale Like a Tree, told with handmade puppets and a vintage pram mini theatre. The story touches on climate change, beginning with the growth of a new sapling. At the same time, a child is born and their lives entwine. The piece is suitable for all ages. Performances on Sunday at 1.30pm, 2.45pm & 4pm (booking not required however maximum numbers will apply).
StoryLab
Mark Grist
On Saturday we’re all about awesome animals and mighty beasts in our StoryLab. Get inspired by Mark Grist’s Fantastical Writing Club, draw with Ellie Sandall and create your own at our Book Factory drop-in (running on both Saturday and Sunday) with Emily Bowers. Ever wanted to create your own book? Illustrator Emily Bowers is running a drop-in Book Factory to show you a quick and easy way to make your own short story books and zines. Fill the pages with your fantastical imaginings – for inspiration on Saturday, Ellie Sandall will be giving top tips on character drawing and you can join Mark Grist’s Fantastical Writing Club. Mark is a multi-award winning poet and international battle rapper viewed online by over 40 million. He’s made many appearances on TV and radio and is currently working on a series of children’s books with Bloomsbury. The free workshops with Ellie and Mark can be pre-booked online at: ArtPopUp.Eventbrite.co 48
