The Art Lot Slot

2011-12-24T07:32:00.000-08:00

ArtLot: 4pm Tuesday, December 27 ... 3pm Sunday January 1

Playwright Susannah Finzi talks about an unusual comedy double she is producing in Gloucester on January 6, in this week's Art Lot Slot.

And I must confess an interest here ... I am co-producing it with her!

‘Unusual’ as it very much explores the playwright’s craft: Susannah's play, called 'Cuts', is a performed reading with a Q&A session afterwards. Its theme is the Government's financial cutbacks in this recession-mad world.

And my play actually invites the audience to be playwright: I've written the skeleton of it which will be acted out by three actors, and about 10 minutes into the play the action will stop and we will invite the audience to say what-next.

Called Take Me to Paradise, it's a comedy about parental assumptions in an only-child suburban family. On the night, anything, literally anything and everything, could happen next ... the audience is in the writer's seat!

But ... but ... but! This Art Lot is more than just a bare-faced plug for January 6 -- Susannah talks about her fascination with the often unnoticed power-behind-the throne in so many world-changing events, and how this fascination led her into script writing.

However ... however ... however! Now does come a bare-faced plug for January 6: the evening is called 'Two Writers, Two Comedies and You!'

It's at the wonderful King's Theatre, in Kings Barton Street, in Gloucester, at 7.30 on January 6. Tickets in advance are only £5 and can be had by phoning me, Swithin Fry, on (01452) 813274; or e-mailing me on swithinfry@gmail.com. On the door, tickets are £6.50 ... all concessions £5.

I've attached a short, two-minute audio-promo to help you make up your mind! You can see that Susannah and I a very unusual, very exciting, theatrical evening ... really not to be missed!

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Don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free...

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For details, give the studio a ring on 01453. 757492 ... you'll wish you did it before.

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2011-11-28T03:58:00.001-08:00

ArtLot: 4pm Tuesday, November 29 ... 3pm Sunday December 4

The somewhat controversial David Elkington is James D'Angelo's guest this week. At the heart of the discovery of tablets that could revolutionise the history of Christianity, the Art Lot is David's first public platform for his revealing what is contained within these tablets. What a scoop!

David is known for his epic journey in the early 1980s travelling throughout Europe and the Middle East, on foot, to help with an understanding and appreciation of the beliefs of early Christians and their relationships with particular ‘sacred’ sites.

This revealed shared acoustical properties of ancient sites in the west of Ireland and subsequently worldwide. In 1998-2004, he co-hosted academic tours of the major ancient sites of Egypt as a member of the Egypt Exploration Society and the Palestine Exploration Fund.

For a man who has appeared on Channel 4, BBC Television and BBC Radio, this really is an Art Lot scoop!

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Don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free...

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ALSO…it really doesn't cost much to have your advert read out on StroudFM... it's a great way to reach local people and to support Stroud FM, a really fabulous local enterprise, at the same time.

For details, give the studio a ring on 01453. 757492 ... you'll wish you did it before.

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2011-11-01T04:41:00.001-07:00

4pm Tuesday November 1 and 3pm Sunday November 6

Art Lot co-presenter James D’Angelo’s special guest is Yehuda Tagar…here’s the low-down on Yehuda:

‘Yehuda is an Australian/South African psychotherapist and consultant and the founder of a modality called Psychophonetics, which he created out of his work in experiential theatre in 1991 in Australia. His background is in social work, theatre and Anthroposophy. He is the principal of Persephone Institute and Persephone College, which is based in Stroud.

‘Psychophonetics is a modality of coaching for deep transformation, psychotherapy and healing based on Rudolf Steiner's Psychosophy.

‘As the word Psycho (soul) phonetics (sounds) already says, the work with sounds is fundamental to this work. Through the use of gesture and sounds memories that have been stored in the life body can be brought into awareness, which enables the client to re-cognise previous experience and give it new meaning.’

Wow! What will his musical choices be!

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VERY VERY VERY IMPORTANT!

Stroud FM Benefit Open Mic:

Tuesday 15th November 2011 starting at 8:00pm

Acts include Benandru, Paul Farrar The Herons, Sarah Kelly,

Marion Miller, Peaky Blinders, and Bob Porter

Brilliant!

Please come along and support Stroud FM 107.9 Community Radio…AND HAVE THE MOST AMAZINGLY FAB TIME TOO!

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Your event: if you would like your event posted on the Art Lot Blog ... and all for FREE, all you have to do is enter it as a comment (at the bottom of each entry is the Comment icon) and I will upload it ASAP as a proper event in the listings.

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

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Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

ALSO…it really doesn't cost much to have your advertise read out on StroudFM... it's a great way to reach local people and to support Stroud FM, a really fabulous local enterprise, at the same time.

For details, give the studio a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

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2011-10-18T03:39:00.000-07:00

4pm Tuesday October 18 and 3pm Sunday October 23

If you want to hear a young musician who's really going places, then tune in to The Art Lot this afternoon ... because my guest, contemporary folk musician and singer Gill Sandell, is certainly heading for the tops.

Gill is accompanied by Art Lot-veteran (not a reference to her age!) violinist Anna Jenkins.

They brought their instruments into the studio and play several tracks from Gill's debut album Tarry Awhile. It's brilliant!

Gill has a new single coming out, and she and Anna play the top-side of that ... Gill has a unique sound ... so tune in and listen!

Anna, who was one of my first guests on the show with her musical partner Johnny Barlow, tells how her musical career has progressed since coming on The Art Lot nearly three years ago.

They both talk about how music became so prominent in their lives ... and there's a little bit of advice for young people with a passion for music ... so tune in and listen!

Both Gill and Anna are the supporting act for an ambitious tour with Emily Barker & The Red Clay Halo (who have recently provided the title music for the BBC2 Drama series 'The Shadow Line'). If you didn't catch them in Stroud recently, here are the future dates in October:

Sun 16th- The Jericho, Oxford 01865 311 775

Weds 19th- Phoenix Arts, Exeter 01392 667 080

Thurs 20th- Fibbers, York 08444 771 000

Fri 21st- Guildhall, Gloucester 01452 503 050

Sat 22nd- Leadmill, Sheffield 01142 212 828

Mon 24th- The Musician, Leicester

Gill also sent me extracts some reviews. Look at these : "I am smitten by her beautiful music." For Folk's Sake
"... breathlessly pretty voice." R2*** (Rock n Reel)
"A sweet and tender album, a rare beauty.” Northern Sky

So don't miss this fabulous interview.

If you want to hear some of Gill's music before the show try www.gillsandell.com

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RED DOG AUTUMN TOUR 2011

“There are eight years of mourning ahead of us. While it lasts not even the wind will get into this house”.

But nothing can stop the growing tide of desire of Bernada Alba's five daughters. As the frustrated tension mounts, each holds on to their longings, jealousies and hopes for the attentions of the virile Pepe Romano, promised in marriage to one of them.

Following their successful tour and London run of Naomi Wallace's One Flea Spare, Red Dog now brings Federico Garcia Lorca's final masterpiece 'The House of Bernarda Alba' to the stage in a new adaption by Kate Littlewood. In the 75th anniversary year of Lorca's death this is a stunning theatrical journey into the imagination of a great poetic writer, a theatre giant at the height of his powers.

This production is touring until December.

www.reddog.org.uk

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Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give the studio a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

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2011-10-10T04:55:00.000-07:00

TODAY! at 7.30 PM…but pre-register NOW!

Author and Art Lot guest Catherine G Lucas is having an unusual book launch today…on the web – which means that anyone anywhere in the world can attend.

Catherine’s timed the launch for today’s World Mental Health Day…her book, In Case of Spiritual Emergency, looks at mental health issues from a ‘spiritual’ rather than a strictly medical point of view.

Apart from case histories of people who have been through spiritual crisis, her book gives a toolkit and lists resources for coping with mental crisis.

To ‘attend’ her book launch, during which she interviews three people prominent in the world of spiritual emergency, go to www.Academywisdom.co.uk where you can pre-register and then join in tonight.

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4pm Tuesday October 18 and 3pm Sunday October 23

My next Art Lot guest is a contemporary folk musician and singer Gill Sandell ... she's coming into the studio with violinist Anna Jenkins, who was one of the first guests on the show with her musical partner Johnny Barlow.

They are both bringing in instruments ... so it should be a lively and musical event!

Gill has a new single coming out ... I'm looking forward to playing it -- it's really great.

Gill released her debut solo album 'Tarry Awhile' in November 2010. For the last few years she has been the accordionist and flautist with Emily Barker & The Red Clay Halo (who have recently provided the title music for the BBC2 Drama series 'The Shadow Line'), and has featured on all three of their albums.

Look at these reviews: "I am smitten by her beautiful music." For Folk's Sake
"... breathlessly pretty voice." R2*** (Rock n Reel)
"A sweet and tender album, a rare beauty.” Northern Sky

So don't miss tuning in to what could be a fabulous interview.

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Three-in-one!

2011-08-25T08:27:00.000-07:00

I'm treating myself to a retirement gift ... a month in India!

Yes, I'm off for the whole of September BUT OF COURSE the Art Lot will still be broadcast ... Ah, the wonders of pre-recording!

So, there are three programmes to tell you about, the first being the repeat this Sunday of the wonderful interview with illustrator Tony Meeuwissen ...

…repeated Sunday, August 28 at 3 PM

Tony has enjoyed a prolific and prestigious career, and although you may not recognise his name, but I would put money on it that you recognise his work.

He has designed record labels, award-winning stamps, award-winning books and covers of the Radio Times ... and in the interview he tells how his career started and developed.

Definitely, definitely, definitely ... a must-listen show.

Tuesday, Sep 6 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, Sep 11 at 3 PM

If you were as flabbergasted as I was, at the glitches which bedevilled the interview with music-man Michael Deason-Barrow, then you will be delighted to know that Art Lot co-presenter James D’Angelo has persuaded him back into the studio to re-record the session, and this is the week it is broadcast.

Michael, director of Tonalis, is not only a master singing teacher and an inspirational choir trainer, he is also known all over the world as a music innovator promoting a new vision of music.

This show is a fabulous conversation between two music masters: don’t miss it!

For more info on Michael…http://www.tonalismusic.co.uk/!

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Tuesday, Sep 20 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, Sep 25 at 3 PM

Storyteller Fiona Eadie is my guest this week. If you thought storytelling was only for children, think again.

Not only does Fiona share the delightful tale about how she came into the craft of storytelling, but I also managed to persuade her to tell ‘us’ story during the show.

Which she does, and nearly has me in tears! It's a beautiful, traditional story which she tells the true story of the pathos and passion.

Do listen in! You will not be disappointed!

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Art Lot fan Bill Jones has sent me keen this update of the next short story night on Sunday, 16th October, and he's looking for submissions.

Stories can be between 50 and 1500 words long. All subjects and genres welcome, he says, true as well as fictional. The deadline for submissions is Sunday 18th September.

You can send your stories (preferably in the body of an e-mail) to:

stroudshortstories@yahoo.co.uk

He’s also made a website with photos from the last event and information about forthcoming events at http://www.stroudshortstories.blogspot.com/ .

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

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2011-07-19T03:09:00.001-07:00

Michael Deason-Barrow interview

Well, I thought I had it sorted and I didn't ... those wretched technical gremlins crept into Sunday's broadcast as well.

But here's the promise -- it will be sorted and it will be broadcast hopefully in September.

So, a very special apology to you all and especially of course to music-man Michael Deason-Barrow ...

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Stop-Press!

2011-07-15T05:46:00.000-07:00

This Sunday! Michael Deason-Barrow July 17 at 3 PM

Tech probs sorted! So The Art Lot will feature music-man Michael Deason-Barrow on Sunday as promised…and as a special apology to him and to all the many frustrated listeners who contacted us, we’ll run the interview again in the near future…it’s a great interview and well worth it.

Michael is Art Lot co-presenter James D’Angelo’s guest…and you can hear them discuss Michael’s work as director of Tonalis, as well as hearing how he became the master singing teacher and inspirational choir trainer that he is known all over the world as being.

Yes – we even had an email from a listener in Cape Town!

Michael is also a wonderful music innovator and you can hear his musical choices as he promotes his new vision of music. It’s fair to say he has extended the boundaries of world musical understanding: an expert with a universal attitude.

This show is a fabulous conversation between two music masters: don’t miss it!

For more info on Michael…http://www.tonalismusic.co.uk/!

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Tech disaster!

2011-07-12T08:33:00.001-07:00

Had a major tech hitch with today's show...VERY SORRY ALL...will try and sort for Sunday....

Swithin

Music-man AND libraries AND me!

2011-07-11T07:22:00.001-07:00

Tuesday, July 12 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, July 17 at 3 PM

Music-man Michael Deason-Barrow is Art Lot co-presenter James D’Angelo’s guest this week.

Michael, director of Tonalis, is not only a master singing teacher and an inspirational choir trainer, he is also known all over the world as a music innovator promoting a new vision of music.

It’s fair to say he has extended the boundaries of world musical understanding: an expert with a universal attitude.

This show is a fabulous conversation between two music masters: don’t miss it!

For more info on Michael…http://www.tonalismusic.co.uk/!

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Art Lot guest John Holland sent me this update on the High Court Judicial Review which Gloucestershire County Council faced on its destructive library proposals on 28 and 29 September.

John

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-14064413

From the BBC: “A court has ruled that a judicial review should take place over the potential closure of 10 libraries in Gloucestershire.

There were protests last year when the Conservative-run county council said it would withdraw funding from 10 branches as part of £114m spending cuts.

“It said it wanted communities to run the libraries instead.

A judge has now ruled that the council cannot close any libraries while the review takes place.

“The mobile library service will also be kept open during the review.

A hearing into the council policy should take place by the end of September.”

And the latest from John:

“As I understand it from coverage on Points West and other media coverage, the judge stopped short of imposing a restriction on GCC proceeding with preparing their plans, including continuing discussions with relevant communities over the small community offer.

“A remarkable achievement by the Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries that increases the belief that doing the right thing can still be achieved through conviction, hard work and determination.

“Looking forward to hearing that the Homelink service, Share-a-Book and the rural mobile libraries are fully involved with service provision, despite recent announcements, including news that Upton St Leonards would shortly have its last visit.

“…the future looks bright. John”

Yes – you heard it first on The Art Lot!

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Tickets are still available for my unforgettable acting debut!

‘Duets’ at the Church Rooms in Painswick this Thursday 14, Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July beginning at 7.30.

Tickets £8: on the door or from Painswick Post Office…or phone Steve Friar the director on 01452.814004.

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107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

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Emergence[y] AND stagestruck AND stories AND more!

2011-06-12T05:27:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, June 14 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, June 19 at 3 PM

I could say that this week’s Art Lot guest is talking about the art of survival in our crazy world…but it’s so much more than that, as you will hear.

Taking a life crisis as her starting point, writer Catherine G Lucas overturns the ‘emergency’ aspect of this; instead of this being a horrific, negative experience - which it so often is for very many people - she shows how it can be transformed into something wonderful, a positive ‘emergence’ into a new life, often a new spirituality.

Her new book, ‘In Case of Spiritual Emergency: Moving Successfully through Your Awakening’, explores how with understanding and support, such crises offer enormous potential for healing, personal growth, fulfilment and awakening.

We talk about how her own ‘emergency’ led her to find empathetic support…which eventually led her to founding the UK Spiritual Crisis Network…which eventually led her to writing this fascinating and helpful book.

The book will be available from July but can already be pre-ordered.

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Catherine has her own blog which is well worth checking out…

Also worth seeing is the website for the Spiritual Crisis Network…

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For my next newsletter item, I must confess an interest or two; it’s from the Painswick Players [who were guests on The Art Lot way back:

I, me, myself have a part in their next play – actually my acting debut! And…
My Art Lot guest on June 28 [repeat July 3] will be Stephen Friar, the director of the said show.

Here is what Steve has sent me:

“They’re an eclectic mix, the characters in Peter Quilter’s Duets: a couple on a blind date, a millionaire and his devoted secretary, a husband and wife reluctantly holidaying together and a brother and his sister anxiously contemplating her third marriage.

“But they all have one thing in common: they’re craving companionship and love. And it is their often desperate pursuit of the perfect partner that creates both the comedy and the pathos of this extraordinary collection of plays…

“Duets is being performed at the Church Rooms on Thursday 14, Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July beginning at 7.30.

“Wine and soft drinks will be available during the interval and we intend making this a really entertaining night out for you and your friends. £8 tickets are available from Painswick Post Office – seating is limited so book yours now!”

Indeed, indeed, Steve! Book now!

And listen in to The Art Lot on June 28^th!

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Don’t forget: Stroud’s Story Cabaret, Friday 17 June…Stroud Story Circle presents its quarterly entertainment event.

Stroud's Story Cabaret is a storytelling and music event that features storytelling and musical talent from around the region, showcasing both familiar names and fresh talent to make a vibrant and exciting evening.

Each session is a mix of performances from a guest storyteller and musician and floor spots from the audience and members of Stroud Storytelling Circle.

“Our June performance on Friday 17 June is going to be an exciting night with two fantastic acts from Oxford, the storyteller Vergine Gulbenkian and the musician Matt Sage ... and YOU! Floor spots are available for storytellers, musicians and other word speakers and singers.”

7.30 for 8pm £6 (concessions £5).

Five Valleys Foyer Hall, Gloucester Street, Stroud.

Drinks and mezze snacks will be available at Star Anise Arts Cafe.

Bookings: Star Anise Arts Cafe 01453 840021.

Contact: Kirsty 01453 840887 or info@kirstyhartsiotis.co.uk

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And don’t forget this either:

Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Living a Passionate and Creative Life": Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham on Thurs June 23rd, 7-9pm.

“In celebration of her recently published mini-book, "Coming Home to Earth - Seeing the World Anew" Annabel Hollis’ talk will explore how a deepened connection to nature, your inner wisdom and creativity will support and inspire you to live the life you passionately desire but have never dared to embrace. Be prepared for a lively and interactive evening.”

For more details see www.annabelhollis.co.uk, www.isbourne.org

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

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It's true! AND Miranda's play AND passion!

2011-05-17T06:16:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, May 17 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, May 22 at 3 PM

Ø True Stories!

Ø A play by Art Lot guest Miranda Walker!

Ø Living a passionate life ...

It’s all me these days; me ... me ... me!

Yes, even the Art Lot -- for the next show was recorded at the True Stories Told Live event at the Star Anise Art Cafe recently.

Organised by the wonderfully-efficient Cynthia Whelan, this event featured Fiona Eadie, George Krasker, Jo Woolley, Josie Felce and none other than me ... me ... me!

And we even had musical accompaniment by accordionist Trevor Smith.

As I say, it was recorded at Star Anise, so please persevere with the rather poor quality sound recording. Apologies must go to George, because in the middle of this talk there was a terrifically heavy downpour of rain which beat so loudly on the room’s skylight that the recording was unusable. Apologies as well to Jo and Trevor as I had to cut some of Jo's story and most of Trevor's music to fit into Art Lot’s hour.

Please persevere: the stories are all fascinating ... and, of course, true.

After the stories, there is a radio play by Art Lot guest Miranda Walker ... it's really good ... I don't want to spoil it ... just listen in!

The next Live Storytelling is on June 4 ... if you're interested in telling your story, then telephone Cynthia on 07754472661 or 01452 814233.

Fiona, whose poignantly funny story you will hear in this Art Lot, is leading a Storytelling Walk with musician Ruth Liengaard as part of the Nailsworth Festival on Sunday May 22nd .

Starting from Ruskin Mill at 230, it involves a gentle walk of about two hours with story-telling breaks along the way. The price is £3 for adults and £1.50 for children.

You will need to book by phoning Ruskin Mill on (01453) 837537.

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Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis has sent me this:

"Living a Passionate and Creative Life": Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham on Thurs June 23rd, 7-9pm.

“In celebration of her recently published mini-book, "Coming Home to Earth - Seeing the World Anew" Annabel Hollis’ talk will explore how a deepened connection to nature, your inner wisdom and creativity will support and inspire you to live the life you passionately desire but have never dared to embrace. Be prepared for a lively and interactive evening.

“Annabel has given several public talks on the “Wisdom and Creative Power of Dreams”, and also runs a dream group in Stroud.

She is a writer and artist, and dreams are a key source of creative inspiration. Honouring the cycle of the year and its seasons also has a deep influence, and looking after a garden including growing vegetables nourishes this connection.

She facilitates creative workshops as well as practising as a massage therapist. She is a founding member of the U.K. Spiritual Crisis Network.

For more details see www.annabelhollis.co.uk, www.isbourne.org

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

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Jenna Monroe AND financial drivers' licence!

2011-05-03T06:53:00.001-07:00

Tuesday, May 3 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, May 8 at 3 PM

International singer Jenna Monroe is today's Art Lot guest ... interviewed by her friend and sometimes pianist James D'Angelo.

Jenna tells how from learning to play the piano -- she's still very much an accomplished pianist -- she came into singing, and never looked back. It's an intriguing story ... just one of many that Jenna reveals.

Jenna, who was born in Michigan and raised in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of north-eastern California, now lives in Stroud ... her latest concert is on May 14 in Bath.

Here are the details:

Jenna Monroe Sings Leonard Cohen & Freedom Songs for the New World

Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m.
Chapel Arts Centre
Lower Borough Walls
Bath BA1 1QR

Tickets: £14 & £12
Booking:
Chapelarts - 01225 461700
Bath box office - 01225 463362

You can find out more about on www.jennamonroe.com

Listen in: 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest Arthur Edwards sent in this:

Financial Literacy for Free Initiative & The Financial Drivers License Course

7.30-9.00pm, Friday 6th May

The Centre For Science and Art

Lansdown, Stroud, GL5 1BB

£8 / £5 entrance.

A lecture presentation aimed at young adults, parents, teachers and interested parties, followed-up by a 4-evening course (The Financial Drivers Licence – 10/12/17/19 May) over the next two weeks.

Young people today need to know about money – but what and how do they learn about it? This evening presentation offers an introduction to the subject which is followed up by 4 highly practical sessions designed to give young people some of the tools they will need to orient themselves in an increasingly complex world. It includes financial planning, an introduction to accounting and ideas about initiative and self-employment.

Arthur Edwards (arthuredwards.net) is undertaking doctoral research at Bristol University looking at the societal nature of financial literacy. He has written extensively on the subject (including a study looking at economics in a Waldorf context), given courses around the world and is involved in an international collaboration to inform and transform the way Waldorf students work with money, finance, and enterprise. Further details are available on request mail@arthuredwards.net / 01453 756728. Booking required.

From a former student:

I think this has been a very good course to do. I have even enjoyed it! I think the things we learnt in this course are very helpful. It was very interesting to see exactly what it cost me to live each month, and compare it with the average cost of living. It was also interesting to realise how I don't really know how much money I spend and on what, and to then see what it is I do spend my money on. I think we have learned very valuable skills in this course. Learning how to keep accounts properly I think is very useful and I feel more confident now that if I were to come up with a good idea for a business, I would know a little better what I'm dealing with and how to go about getting it going. This course has also been helpful for me in finally getting my "business" together, and has helped me to consider it carefully first and know how to work out all the financial speculations.

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Did you hear about this?

TRUE STORIES TOLD LIVE

STROUD 7.30.PM. SUNDAY 8TH MAY, 2011

STAR ANISE ARTS CAFÉ in STROUD

Come and enjoy an evening listening to five brave individuals who each tell a story about their lives. Each story is around ten minutes long, delivered from memory. Funny, sad, profound, bewildering, angry, above all they are all personal and true.

ENTRANCE IS FREE. Invite your family and friends.

If you are interested in telling a story at the next event on 4th JUNE contact Cynthia Whelan on 07754472661 or 01452 814233

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

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Timeless AND Live stories AND my book!

2011-04-17T11:41:00.001-07:00

Tuesday, April 19 at 4pm…repeated Sunday, April 24 at 3 PM

Imagine no clocks. Sounds like a great idea ...until you need to do something like catch a train ... or turn on the radio to listen to The Art Lot.

This week's guest is Tony Wood, an expert on sundials and their history, and he gives a fascinating account of how humanity began to see time as quite a useful artefact.

Tony is a member of the thriving British Sundial Society, and an expert on Mass or Scratch Dials, probably the earliest known form of timekeeping. There are over 2000 Mass Dials in this country alone.

He tells how he first became interested in this shadowy subject, and why sundials have such an international fascination.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Did you hear about this?

TRUE STORIES TOLD LIVE

STROUD 7.30.PM. SUNDAY 8TH MAY, 2011

STAR ANISE ARTS CAFÉ in STROUD

ENTRANCE IS FREE. Invite your family and friends.

If you are interested in telling a story at the next event on 4th JUNE contact Cynthia Whelan on 07754472661 or 01452 814233

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

My book on the Art Lot: I've just finished transcribing the first two shows that I ever did ... nearly 3 years ago! Just brilliant!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Soul sounds AND libraries AND more!

2011-04-04T04:18:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, April 5 at 4pm ... repeated Sunday, April 10 at 3 PM

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

I've a double treat for listeners this Art Lot, with internationally renowned music therapist Susan Hale coming into the studio ... and the double-up, is sound healer and Art Lot fan James D'Angelo will be my guest interviewer.

Susan is a sound healer, and author of Sacred Space, Sacred Sound: The Acoustic Mysteries of Holy Places.

She is a seminar leader, teacher and coach, helping people to explore their sacred paths and find and free the natural voice.

She is also the creator of Earth Day - Sing for the Trees, a global gathering with participation from 39 countries around the world.

You can check her out on www.songkeeper.ent.

Susan, who has 27 years experience as a music therapist, and has journeyed across the globe researching sacred sites, will be discussing with James the desecration and disharmony of our current world ... and offering advice on how to change that.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest John Holland has sent in this open letter which updates the county libraries situation:

Gloucestershire County Council library plans
To:

Dear all,

An email to FoGL supporter Alice Ross, who has been in correspondence with Culture Minister Ed Vaizey's private secretary on behalf of the group, reads: 'Ed Vaizey has said that he would like to offer the Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries a meeting with his policy officials, to give them the opportunity to present their views about the proposed changes to the library service within the local authority area.'

This follows news that DCMS officials had called Gloucestershire County Council representatives to a meeting in London to explain their plans for the county's library service. Information obtained by Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries through FOI show that DCMS and the Minister have been aware of concerns in Gloucestershire for some months, and that the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA), the 'eyes and ears' of DCMS on public libraries, share our deep concerns about the council's proposals, most notably the loss of libraries in deprived areas (see http://foclibrary.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/mla-concerns-over-gcc-library-plans/ for further information).

Culture Secretary Ed Vaziey has the responsibility of superintending library services across the UK, and the power to intervene if councils are failing in their obligations under the 1964 Public Libraries Act. When in opposition, Mr Vaizey condemned library closures in the Wirrel as 'outrageous and offensive' and called on his then-opposite number Andy Burnham to intervene.

Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries member Demelza Jones comments:

‘Library users from across Gloucestershire have been writing to Mr Vaizey for several months with our concerns about GCC's plans for our library service, which are based on inadequate consultation and ignore the needs of communities.

‘We are pleased that DCMS policy officials have agreed to meet with us, and can only hope that they and the Minister listen to our concerns, unlike our elected representatives within the GCC administration'.

A date and time for the meeting are TBC.

Kind regards,

Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries
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Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

FLIES ON THE WALL YOUTH THEATRE present their new production 'Nobody Laughed It Was Too Hot'

Written by Ban

The show is based on the contents of the front page of a London newspaper which Tessa found under the floor boards of her house. Dated July 23rd 1923, the paper records one of the hottest summers ever known in England resulting in the metal rails of the London Underground starting to melt, thus disrupting the tube and trapping passengers for hours.

The Flies 40-strong cast become newspaper reporters, an East End gang, Egyptologists and a group of London Underground passengers. The show is full of catchy songs, beautiful 20's costumes, silent movie footage, and vibrant ensemble performances from the young people.

Audiences of all ages are always enraptured by Flies performances, so don’t miss this one which promises to delight heart and head.

The show is on in the Lansdown Hall (previously named The Space) Fri 15th April 7.30pm and Sat 16th April 3.30 and 7.30pm tickets in advance from £7/£6 from Star Anise Cafe, Gloucester St, Stroud or on the door (nb; these performances are very popular so book early to guarantee a seat) Queries; contact Jo Bousfield 07825 370807

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Bridging the Gap – new opportunity for young people

Waldorf College, in partnership with Stroud College are running another ‘Bridging the Gap’ course for young people who are either not in education, in part-time education or home schooled starting on the 3rd May for 6 weeks. The last course was really successful and the nine young people who came on it said it really helped them find their direction in life.

The programme is a mixture of outdoor activities such as climbing and camping, projects such as clay and metalwork and indoor crafts such as stained glass, creative writing, drama and art.

There are six places left so if you know of any young people over 16 who are looking for the challenge of something different in their lives, get them to contact Caroline or Amelia on 01453 840009, email info@waldorfcollege.org.uk and look at the website www.waldorfcollege.org.uk

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

My book on the Art Lot is getting there ... though I've changed the draft title to ‘Art Lot Book 1’ -- straight to the point!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Libraries news update!

2011-03-30T08:38:00.000-07:00

Art Lot guest John Holland has sent in this email:

Gloucestershire County Council library plans
To:

Dear all,

Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries representatives have been offered a meeting with policy officials from the central government department with responsibility for libraries, DCMS (Department of Culture, Media and Sport). An email to FoGL supporter Alice Ross, who has been in correspondence with Culture Minister Ed Vaizey's private secretary on behalf of the group, reads;

'Ed Vaizey has said that he would like to offer the Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries a meeting with his policy officials, to give them the opportunity to present their views about the proposed changes to the library service within the local authority area.'

This follows news last week, that DCMS officials had called Gloucestershire County Council representatives to a meeting in London to explain their plans for the county's library service. Information obtained by Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries through FOI show that DCMS and the Minister have been aware of concerns in Gloucestershire for some months, and that the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA), the 'eyes and ears' of DCMS on public libraries, share our deep concerns about the council's proposals, most notably the loss of libraries in deprived areas (see http://foclibrary.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/mla-concerns-over-gcc-library-plans/ for further information).

As Culture Secretary, Ed Vaziey has the responsibility of superintending library services across the UK, and the power to intervene if Council's are failing in their obligations under the 1964 Public Libraries Act. When in opposition, Mr Vaizey condemned library closures in the Wirrel as 'outrageous and offensive' and called on his then-opposite number Andy Burnham to intervene.

Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries member Demelza Jones comments;

'Library users from across Gloucestershire have been writing to Mr Vaizey for several months with our concerns about GCC's plans for our library service, which are based on inadequate consultation and ignore the needs of communities. We are pleased that DCMS policy officials have agreed to meet with us, and can only hope that they and the Minister listen to our concerns, unlike our elected representatives within the GCC administration'.

A date and time for the meeting are TBC.

Kind regards,

Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries
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Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries.

Cult author now! AND Japan AND my book!

2011-03-20T03:24:00.000-07:00

Yes, at last, my interview with cult 60s author Peter Curral Brown of Smallcreep’s Day fame: this Tuesday, March 22 at 4 PM ...

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And repeated the following Sunday, March 27 at 3 PM ...

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Peter talks about the book and how it came to be written ... and he tells how as a young man he set off to seek his fortune in a home-made canoe; how he eventually skilled-up to become a factory tool maker ... but found the life intolerable and so set about writing Smallcreep’s Day.

He quickly found a publisher and even more quickly it became an international best-seller ... yet he never wrote another word.

He tells why ... and he talks about his fascinating life after the book, from pottery to alchemy to Theatre-in-Education.

Don't miss!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

His book, Smallcreep's Day, is still being published. Check out this web link for details:

http://www.pinterandmartin.com/

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest Chris Garner has sent in details of a local fund raising event for the Japan Tsunami Appeal:

Saturday 26th March 2011

Venue: East Glos Club, Cheltenham, GL53 7DF

Tickets available at the events or online:

www.justgiving.com/egtsunamiappeal

2pm - 5pm Discover Japan Cultural Afternoon

Tickets: Adults £5, Children Free

The local Japanese community plus other friendly volunteers will be introducing

Japanese traditions and foods. The event will have a wide range of activities

including food tasting and a live performance from the local Kendo club.

7pm – 11pm Live Music and Activities Evening

Tickets: Adults £12, U18 £5

An opportunity to listen to some great music and learn a bit about Japanese

culture. The bar will be open and serving your favourite drinks.

For more information or to get involved please contact Keiko on 07584167902

Please help spread the word by forwarding this e-mail to at least three people! Thanks!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in and the world!

Have I got news for you ... I've started writing a book about my time with The Art Lot ... how I came to be involved with Stroud FM, and it will include some great extracts from each Art Lot session ...

I'll keep you informed! The draft title at the moment is:

Confessions of a Radio Ham

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis sends this in:

CREATIVITY as GATEWAY to HEALING

A series of workshops at Hawkwood College during 2011

“Allowing the mysterious and magical to unfold is at the centre of this experience, being receptive to what wishes to happen in the moment. The rhythm of the year and its changing seasons will facilitate the bringing to birth of hidden parts of yourself, and allow aspects that no longer serve you to die away.

“Being open to your dreams before a workshop will be encouraged. This will feed into the creative process which will use a diverse range of approaches including art, writing and meditation.

“Doing all seven in the series of workshops would be beneficial though not essential.

“Previous creative experience not needed, and don’t worry if you do not dream!”

Each day is £62 inc. lunch & refreshments

26 March Promise of new beginnings

30 April In love with life

25 June Taking a breath

24 September Nourished by the harvest

29 October Honouring the darkness

10 December Transformation and rebirth

Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator with a background in the healing and creative arts. She has given talks on the subjects of healing, and dream wisdom and is one of the founding members of the Spiritual Crisis Network.Writing, painting and bodywork, alongside a deep reverence for the natural world are her passions. Tel 01453 768524 www.annabelhollis.co.uk

Bookings: Hawkwood College

Painswick Old Road, Stroud, GL6 7QW

01453 759034 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Eyes Closed!

2011-03-08T02:33:00.001-08:00

‘Eyes Closed’ is the title of photographer Jimmy Edmonds’ latest exhibition…and he talks today about the tragedy his family recently suffered, and the exhibition’s dedication.

Since I first met Jimmy, at his pre-Christmas exhibition in The Space only last year, his young son Josh died tragically while travelling in Vietnam. The exhibition is dedicated to him.

The exhibition, at Ruskin Mill, Nailsworth, explores the issues of trust with photographs of people with their eyes closed.

Looking at a photograph of someone with their eyes shut profoundly changes the dynamics for the viewer...and in today’s Art Lot Tuesday March 8th at 4pm, he discusses this phenomenon and explains how this project started.

The exhibition runs until Thursday March17th, and is open daily including Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm. And, what’s more, admission is free!

Should you miss today’s Art Lot, you can catch it again on Sunday March 13^th at 3pm.

Don’t miss it!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest and playwright Miranda Walker’s comedy AN INSPECTOR CALLS BACK is at London’s Courtyard Theatre until March 13th. It’s an Everyman Theatre production…you can see more details at www.thecourtyard.org.uk/whatson/165/an-inspector-calls-back

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And Art Lot listener and publisher Kevan Manwaring sends this:

SMALL PRESS BOOK LAUNCHES ANNOUNCED

This Spring, Cotswold-based press Awen Publications is joining forces with Waterstones, Bath, The History Press, Stroud, and Bath Writers' Workshop to bring readers a blooming lovely bunch of book launches, under the umbrella title of 'Awen Spring'. Four book launches are lined up at Waterstones, Milsom Street, Bath, starting with a Bath Literature Festival preview special:

24 February: Words of Re-enchantment/Wiltshire Folk Tales

21 March: Soul of the Earth (World Poetry Day)

20 April: Iona - Easter Special. Celtic poetry, story & music

21 May: The Burning Path/The Firekeeper's Daughter

Each event starts 7.00pm (doors 6.30pm). Admission is free, but tickets to be collected from Waterstones in advance (tel: 01225 448515). Refreshments available.

To find out more, visit: www.awenpublications.co.uk

Awen Publications was founded by former Bard of Bath Kevan Manwaring. Cotswolds-based small press Awen Publications has been publishing poetry, fiction and creative non-fiction with an eco-bardic* focus since 2003 when it launched its first title, Writing the Land: an anthology of natural words, which raises money for Friends of the Earth.

Contact details:

Awen Publications, 78 Daisybank, Bisley Rd, Stroud, Glos, GL5 1HG, Tel: 01453 7654660 Website: www.awenpublications.co.uk

Email: publisher@awenpublications.co.uk Kevan's Mobile: 0774835777

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis sends this in:

CREATIVITY as GATEWAY to HEALING

A series of workshops at Hawkwood College during 2011

“Being open to your dreams before a workshop will be encouraged. This will feed into the creative process which will use a diverse range of approaches including art, writing and meditation.

“Doing all seven in the series of workshops would be beneficial though not essential.

“Previous creative experience not needed, and don’t worry if you do not dream!”

Each day is £62 inc. lunch & refreshments

26 March Promise of new beginnings

30 April In love with life

25 June Taking a breath

24 September Nourished by the harvest

29 October Honouring the darkness

10 December Transformation and rebirth

Bookings: Hawkwood College

Painswick Old Road, Stroud, GL6 7QW

01453 759034 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose sends this:

‘Guerilla Midwife’ - birth, life and death in Indonesia

Sunday 13th March 2011

2.30pm to 3.30 film
3.30pm to 4.00 interval with tea and cake
4.00pm to 5.00 panel discussion

Cost: £5.00 per ticket in aid of MOBS (Stroud’s breastfeeding support group) – available from Star Anise café or on the door.

Filmed immediately following the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, this culturally mesmerizing, heart-wrenching documentary follows midwife Robin Lim who sees her task as 'healing the earth one baby at a time', providing a loving birth in the midst of chaos and crisis.

Often moving, sometimes controversial, the film examines the effect our birth and first hours of life have on our capacity to love and be loved, and the importance of gentle birth for our society and our world.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Don’t forget to look out for my interview with cult 60s author Peter Curral Brown of Smallcreep’s Day fame. He talks about the book and his life after the book. It was a best-seller…translated into several languages – yet he never wrote another! He explains why.

Keep an eye out for the broadcast date!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

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My Art Lot Charity of the year is: www.encephalitis.info

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Stroud FM on You Tube!

2011-02-28T02:53:00.000-08:00

Art Lot guest and libraries’ campaigner John Holland has sent me this surprising link: do watch it, you will not be disappointed!

h ttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAMRCY55lnQ

John made a powerfully strong case for the ‘hands off’ campaign which is quickly gaining momentum as library users everywhere realise the full scope and outcome of the County Council’s proposed cuts.

For book lovers everywhere, watch this video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAMRCY55lnQ

Libraries' campaigner interview AND bare-faced cheek AND read on!

2011-02-16T10:15:00.000-08:00

Erudite libraries’ campaigner John Holland is my studio guest next Tuesday February 22 at 4pm.

John makes a powerfully strong case for the ‘hands off’ campaign which is quickly gaining momentum as library users everywhere realise the full scope and outcome of the County Council’s proposed cuts.

For book lovers everywhere, this is really an interview not to be missed.

BUT, if you should miss it on Tuesday…never fear, you can catch it again the following Sunday February 27 at 3pm.

I should say too, that this was pre-recorded and, with luck, much of what John claims will have been rectified by the County Councillors by the time of broadcast. AND, if you know any County Councillors who would like to come onto Stroud FM and defend their position...just give us a ring on (01453) 757492

John’s music selection is right up to date too: with the contemporary jazz band Polar Bear sizzling away, and the brilliant yet underrated Lorraine Ellison singing what could be the library campaigners’ theme Stay With Me, Baby.

John reveals how music became such a passion in his bookish life.

Don’t miss it!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

OK – here I go with a bit of bare-faced cheek: give me a quid, mates!

I pledged to raise £200 for Buddhafield and…dear, oh dear…there’s nowhere near that in the kitty...so please, please, donate just a quid…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The Cotswold Playhouse has sent in this:

Parliament Street, Stroud, GL5 1LW

PROGRAMME 2011

Tickets are on sale from Stroud Tourist Information Centre, Subscription Rooms, Stroud,
01453 760960 around 4 weeks before the show opens.
Evening performances are at 7.30pm unless otherwise stated

Go-Lightly Theatre Company present
Happy Jack: 19th February 2011

Following the successful production of April In Paris at the Cotswold Playhouse in 2009, Go-lightly Theatre Company toured WA before undertaking Godber's retrospective portrait of his greatest influence in life-his grandparents. Having played the Cheltenham Everyman Studio in July with Happy Jack and the Theatre Gloucestershire showcase they are looking forward to launching their tour at the playhouse.

‘Oh I enjoyed that! Good old fashioned drama. No gimmicks just a sharp script and excellent acting – that’s all you need.’ Paul Graham, Arts Alive

Tickets £10

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose sends this:

‘Guerilla Midwife’ - birth, life and death in Indonesia

Sunday 13th March 2011

2.30pm to 3.30 film
3.30pm to 4.00 interval with tea and cake
4.00pm to 5.00 panel discussion

Cost: £5.00 per ticket in aid of MOBS (Stroud’s breastfeeding support group) – available from Star Anise café or on the door.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

MEAN TO YOU is a short audio play by Art Lot guest Miranda Walker. I’m hoping to broadcast it asap on The Art Lot.

It was commissioned and inspired by the Football for Everyone project, which involved high school students interviewing disabled people about their experiences of attending live football. The play highlights the passion for the game and the associated well-being benefits that shone through. It was recently launched by the National Association of Disabled Supporters and the ex-Premier League player Danny Wallace at Wolverhampton Wanderers' Molineaux Stadium. It is performed by Richard Curnow.

Miranda also wrote the comedy AN INSPECTOR CALLS BACK, set at a pre-school. It’s an Everyman Theatre production heading to London’s Courtyard Theatre March 8th-13th. See www.thecourtyard.org.uk/whatson/165/an-inspector-calls-back for further details.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Long-time friend and Art Lot listener Chris Phillips sent me this thought-provoking YouTube clip about creavitivity. Check it out!

Creativity and education: Sir Ken Robinson

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPB-41q97zg

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Keep an eye out for the broadcast date!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Claire Penketh a ring on the above number ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

2011-02-14T10:04:00.001-08:00

The amazing printmaking festival IMPRESS ‘11 is coming up fast ... and the last Art Lot guest was Tricia Henry from the GPC* who talked us through the four brilliant exhibition sites and what each is showing.

During the festival, there is also a lively selection of workshops to choose from -- so if you've ever wanted to try your hand printmaking, this is your chance.

Tricia, who used to be a folk and jazz singer, has brought along to the studio a fabulously eclectic mix of music – John Renbourn, Joni Mitchell and more!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Cult 60s author Peter Curral Brown of Smallcreep’s Day fame is in the can! We had a fascinating telephone interview last night, in which he talks about the book and his life after the book. It was a best-seller…translated into several languages – yet he never wrote another! He explains why.

Keep an eye out for the broadcast date!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

MEAN TO YOU is a short audio play by Art Lot guest Miranda Walker. It was commissioned and inspired by the Football for Everyone project, which involved high school students interviewing disabled people about their experiences of attending live football.

The play highlights the passion for the game and the associated well-being benefits that shone through. It was recently launched by the National Association of Disabled Supporters and the ex-Premier League player Danny Wallace at Wolverhampton Wanderers' Molineaux Stadium. It is performed by Richard Curnow.

Miranda also wrote the comedy AN INSPECTOR CALLS BACK, set at a pre-school. It’s an Everyman Theatre production heading to London’s Courtyard Theatre March 8^th-13^th. See www.thecourtyard.org.uk/whatson/165/an-inspector-calls-back for further details.

Art Lot guest Lindsay Hollom sent this:

'Lifemusic' is creative music-making for all ages and abilities.

I'll be facilitating an introductory workshop for adults and children over 7 years, celebrating community and creativity.

The Lifemusic approach provides a space for anyone to create music in a safe and relaxed atmosphere, regardless of age or previous experience.

It's an opportunity to discover your musical self, find your voice, feel your rhythm and free your spirit - all that! And it's based on the principles that everyone is musical, there are no wrong notes or mistakes, and every sound has a meaning.

The introductory workshop is on Saturday 12 February 2011 from 11.30am-12.30pm at the Lansdown Hall (formerly the Space)

Easily accessible instruments will be provided and people may bring their own.

Bookings and enquiries to me, please, on 01453 756 994. Cost is £6 per adult, £3 per child, £2 for second and subsequent children (children must be with an adult). Concessions available.

(Lifemusic is the registered IP and trademark of Lifemusic Ltd. www.lifemusic.org)

Tune in!

What am I doing wrong? Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

IMPRESS...AND...cult 60s author Peter C Brown ...AND Art Lot guest's play going to London!

2011-02-08T03:39:00.000-08:00

During the festival, there is also a lively selection of workshops to choose from -- so if you've ever wanted to try your hand printmaking, this is your chance.

Tricia, who used to be a folk and jazz singer, has brought along to the studio a fabulously eclectic mix of music – John Renbourn, Joni Mitchell and more!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Keep an eye out for the broadcast date!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

I'll be facilitating an introductory workshop for adults and children over 7 years, celebrating community and creativity.

The Lifemusic approach provides a space for anyone to create music in a safe and relaxed atmosphere, regardless of age or previous experience.

The introductory workshop is on Saturday 12 February 2011 from 11.30am-12.30pm at the Lansdown Hall (formerly the Space)

Easily accessible instruments will be provided and people may bring their own.

Bookings and enquiries to me, please, on 01453 756 994. Cost is £6 per adult, £3 per child, £2 for second and subsequent children (children must be with an adult). Concessions available.

(Lifemusic is the registered IP and trademark of Lifemusic Ltd. www.lifemusic.org)

Tune in!

What am I doing wrong? Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Live jazz + grandad! + Smallcreep scoop + more!

2011-01-23T00:48:00.000-08:00

Self-taught and totally brilliant guitarist John McLellan is my special Art Lot guest next Tuesday January 25th at 4pm… have you noticed the surname? Yes, John hails from Scotland … and the 25^th is Burns Night!

Not only that, but John also brought along his guitar … and although he thought he was going to get away with playing just one tune – no way!

John has played with many people, including The Patsy Gamble Band when they played live at the Daneway Festival few years ago; and he’s also played in some pretty amazing venues… so listen in and hear him play, and hear him reveal his musical journey.

That’s next Tuesday, January 25 at 4 … repeated Sunday, January 30 at 3

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Totally brilliant news…I’m a grand-dad again! Lucie and Tom have their first baby, and I a fourth, wonderful grandson!

Lucie is my elder daughter…Tom phoned me at about 1120 Saturday night -- I could hear Tiny Tom yelling his welcome to the world in the background.

As you can see, no name yet!

Congratulations to all three! A fabulous and thrilling start to 2011.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And yet more news: author Peter Currell Brown, who wrote Smallcreep’s Day (hailed by Adrian Mitchell as 'a masterpiece') has agreed to do a telephone interview for The Art Lot!

This is quite a scoop, and thanks are due to my old teaching buddy Mike Challis who knew Peter when Peter lived at Cam ... and who searched out contact details for me.

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose has sent me this:

Introduction to Birth Process Work

An exploration of psychological & somatic patterning with Mary Gellhorn & Hannya Melrose

Saturday Jan 29th, 9:30 – 4:30pm

Sitaram Yoga Studio, Thrupp, Stroud.

Cost: £70

For further information:

Mary: 01453-767274

Hannya: 01453-751816

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And from Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator, with a background in the creative and healing arts, and is a founding member of the Spiritual Crisis Network.

“She is running "Creativity as Gateway to Healing", a series of seven one-day workshops in 2011 celebrating the cycle of the year, at Hawkwood College, Stroud. First is on Jan 29th ‘The divine spark of inspiration.

She is also doing a series of three evenings, working with art and dreams at the Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham, in early 2011. First is on the 10th Feb, with taster session on the 13th Jan.

Please see www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk; www.isbourne.org for more details.”

Sounds great, Annabel!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

2011-01-21T03:40:00.000-08:00

Self-taught and totally brilliant guitarist John McLellan (right) is my special Art Lot guest next Tuesday January 25th at 4pm… have you noticed the surname? Yes, John hails from Scotland … and the 25^th is Burns Night!

Not only that, but John also brought along his guitar … and although he thought he was going to get away with playing just one tune – no way!

That’s next Tuesday, January 25 at 4 … repeated Sunday, January 30 at 3

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose has sent me this:

Introduction to Birth Process Work

An exploration of psychological & somatic patterning with Mary Gellhorn & Hannya Melrose

Saturday Jan 29th, 9:30 – 4:30pm

Sitaram Yoga Studio, Thrupp, Stroud.

Cost: £70

For further information:

Mary: 01453-767274

Hannya: 01453-751816

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And from Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator, with a background in the creative and healing arts, and is a founding member of the Spiritual Crisis Network.

She is also doing a series of three evenings, working with art and dreams at the Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham, in early 2011. First is on the 10th Feb, with taster session on the 13th Jan.

Please see www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk; www.isbourne.org for more details.”

Sounds great, Annabel!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

ALSO…it really doesn't cost much to have your advertisement read out on StroudFM... it's a great way to reach local people and to support Stroud FM, a really fabulous local enterprise, at the same time.

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

2011-01-15T07:59:00.000-08:00

My first Art Lot guest of 2011 is novelist Loretta Holmes, whose first book Between the Lines came out only last year…she’s certainly prolific, because she’s already sent her second manuscript off to her publishers and is now writing away on her third.

She tells why, after a successful career as a fine artist, she turned to the written art. And she gives some really good tips to would-be writers…so listen in and get inspired…

Tune in tomorrow Sunday January 16 at 3pm!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Lorri reads from that first novel…and reveals her favourite book of all time – you’d never guess!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

I received this email from Art Lot guest actor Gregor Hunt recently…which I hope he won’t mind me sharing:

Dear family, friends, colleagues, neighbours....

Lesley and I are delighted to announce the birth of our son Alistair, at 4.14am on New Year's Day 2011, at Gloucestershire Royal. He's a big lad (8lbs 14) and there was a lot of trouble to get him on stage, so in the end he had to come out of the sunroof. But he and his Mum are recovering very well.

Happy New Year!

Greg (or)

Congratulations to all three!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose has sent me this:

Introduction to Birth Process Work

An exploration of psychological & somatic patterning with Mary Gellhorn & Hannya Melrose

Saturday Jan 29th, 9:30 – 4:30pm

Sitaram Yoga Studio, Thrupp, Stroud.

Cost: £70

For further information:

Mary: 01453-767274

Hannya: 01453-751816

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And from Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator, with a background in the creative and healing arts, and is a founding member of the Spiritual Crisis Network.

She is also doing a series of three evenings, working with art and dreams at the Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham, in early 2011. First is on the 10th Feb, with taster session on the 13th Jan.

Please see www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk; www.isbourne.org for more details.”

Sounds great, Annabel!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

2011-01-10T11:09:00.001-08:00

She tells why, after a successful career as a fine artist, she turned to the written art. And she gives some really good tips to would-be writers…so listen in and get inspired…

Tune in tomorrow Tuesday January 11 at 4pm!

107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Lorri reads from that first novel…and reveals her favourite book of all time – you’d never guess!

And if you can’t make it tomorrow, this great interview is repeated on Sunday January 16 at 3…

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

I received this email from Art Lot guest actor Gregor Hunt recently…which I hope he won’t mind me sharing:

Dear family, friends, colleagues, neighbours....

Happy New Year!

Greg (or)

Congratulations to all three!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose has sent me this:

Introduction to Birth Process Work

An exploration of psychological & somatic patterning with Mary Gellhorn & Hannya Melrose

Saturday Jan 29th, 9:30 – 4:30pm

Sitaram Yoga Studio, Thrupp, Stroud.

Cost: £70

For further information:

Mary: 01453-767274

Hannya: 01453-751816

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And from Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator, with a background in the creative and healing arts, and is a founding member of the Spiritual Crisis Network.

She is also doing a series of three evenings, working with art and dreams at the Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham, in early 2011. First is on the 10th Feb, with taster session on the 13th Jan.

Please see www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk; www.isbourne.org for more details.”

Sounds great, Annabel!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Not too many of The Art Lot listeners are helping me out with my £200 pledge for Buddhafield...can you? Just a quid or two…please!

Take a look:

http://www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

There’s some photos on-line at www.flickr.com/photos/fwbo/sets/72157594390868206/

www.justgiving.com/SwithinFry

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

The blog is e-mailed as a newsletter every two weeks just before the show to an ‘audience’ of more than 300 ... and growing! ... so it's a great way of letting people know what you’re up to...

Just click here ... http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Also, don't forget, you can always get a 10-min or so interview on Breakfast Time [7-9am] ... and Drivetime [5-7pm] ... just phone the studio 01453. 757492

That's free, too...

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

For details, give Clare Jackson a ring on the above number or email her on clare_rosemary_jackson@yahoo.co.uk ... you'll wish you did it before.

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

http://artlotfm.blogspot.com/

2011-01-04T10:02:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to all Art Lot listeners…well, to everyone, but Art Lot listeners especially!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

I received this email from Art Lot guest actor Gregor Hunt recently…which I hope he won’t mind me sharing:

Dear family, friends, colleagues, neighbours....

Happy New Year!

Greg(or)

Congratulations to all three!

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And, from Bill Cronshaw who directed my play Sunset Stripped recently, this info:

Friday 7th January 2011, 7:30pm: A charity performance of Bill Cronshaw’s acclaimed production of 'I'll be Bert' at the Kings Theatre, Gloucester (For reviews, visit www.dreamshedtheatre.co.uk). You don’t have to be a lover of football to enjoy this evocative play. Tickets are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment! There will also be a promise auction during the interval. Tickets at £10 available from Gareth and Viv Nutt at gbnutt@gmail.com or 01989 750836. We’d also be delighted to receive any promises for the auction.

It’s all in aid of “Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)...Gareth and Viv Nutt of Bailey Lane End are due to depart for Ethiopia at the beginning of February 2011, where Gareth will undertake a two-year voluntary placement at the Ministry of Education in Addis Ababa. He will be joining a team in supporting the development of leadership in schools. “

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

Art Lot listener Hannya Melrose has sent me this:

Introduction to Birth Process Work

An exploration of psychological & somatic patterning with Mary Gellhorn & Hannya Melrose

Saturday Jan 29th, 9:30 – 4:30pm

Sitaram Yoga Studio, Thrupp, Stroud.

Cost: £70

For further information:

Mary: 01453-767274

Hannya: 01453-751816

Tune in! 107.9FM locally, or from http://www.stroudfm.co.uk/ anywhere in the world!

And from Art Lot guest Annabel Hollis:

"Annabel Hollis is a skilled facilitator, with a background in the creative and healing arts, and is a founding member of the Spiritual Crisis Network.

She is also doing a series of three evenings, working with art and dreams at the Isbourne Holistic Centre, Cheltenham, in early 2011. First is on the 10th Feb, with taster session on the 13th Jan.

Please see www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk; www.isbourne.org for more details.”

Sounds great, Annabel!

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