January - June 2008
| 12th January - 2nd February |
| 'Art in Stitches' - Eileen Cros An exhibition of three-dimensional textiles. An unusual 'take' on embroidery to include fantasy figures and collage. |
| 9th February - 1st March |
| 'Unlocking The Past' - Worcestershire Archaeological Service An exhibition showing the skills of illustrators and artists who work with the archaeologists at Worcestershire County Council's Historical Environment and Archaeology Service |
| 8th - 29th March |
| Multicultural - Rogue Gene Collective A diverse Art Group with UK footprint bringing an eclectic mix of Art Genres into one space. |
| 5th - 26th April |
'Both Sides Now' - Alan Phillips |
| 3rd - 24th May |
| 'Memories and Emotions' - Jo Lees Paintings to evoke emotions ranging from moody moors to tranquil waters using inks and abstract colour |
| 31st May - 28th June |
| 'Elements' - Artemis An exhibition of textile art inspired by the natural elements demonstrating traditional and experimental materials and techniques. |
| 7th January - 6th February |
| Images of Bewdley - Kidderminster Library A selection of views of Bewdley dating from 1790 belonging to the Worcestershire collection. |
| 8th February - 3rd March |
| 'Lace Liaisons' - The Lace Guild A display of historical and contemporary lace pieces from the Lace Guild Collection and Wyre Forest Lacemakers |
| 5th - 31st March |
| Dominic Jones Photography - Dominic Jones The beauty of the Worcestershire countryside captured on camera. |
| 2nd - 30th April |
| 'Glass Solutions' - Edward Parry Centre (training) Glass, jewellery and slumped glass pieces. |
| 2nd May - 2nd June |
| 'Do You See What I See' - Brenda Wood Original photography made into cards, mounted and enlarged plus small craft items |
| 4th - 30th June |
| 'Baubles, Bangles and Beads' -
Sarah
Goodfield A selection of handmade jewellery, using various finishings including gold and silver-plated. |
| Thursday 31st January - 7.30 pm |
| Midland Gershwin Mayerl Society Concert Piano solos, songs and monologues with Guy Rowland (piano) and Elizabeth MacDonald (soprano) Tickets £6 from Kidderminster Library. |
| Thursday 28th February - 7.30 pm |
| Simon Deeley Trio Concert Jazz concert by the Simon Deeley Trio. Tickets £7/concessions £6 from Kidderminster Library. |
| Thursday 6th March - 7.30 pm |
| Midland Gershwin Mayerl Society Concert Recital by Michael Jones (piano) programme to be announced. Tickets £6 from Kidderminster Library |
| Friday 14th March - 7.30 pm |
| Kidderminster Classical Music Society Piano recital by renowned international pianist ALLAN SCHILLER Tickets £10/members £8 from Kidderminster Library. |
| Thursday 5th June - 7.30 pm |
| Midland Gershwin Mayerl Society Concert The music of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) presented and played by pianist Janine Smith. Tickets £6 from Kidderminster Library |
| Friday 27th June - 7.30 pm |
| Kidderminster Classical Music Society Di Xiao piano recital by arrangement with Birmingham Conservatoire. Tickets £8/members £6 from Kidderminster Library |
WYRE
FOREST FILM CLUB
Wyre
Forest Film Club continues to bring
cinema to the area
with a ten week series from 30th January. Screenings will be on Tuesdays at 7.30pm (doors open 7.00pm)
Please pick up a detailed programme from the Library or telephone Jes Hamblett 01562 824500
READERS
GROUP
Kidderminster
Library Readers Group is an informal gathering which
meets on the
second Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm. A detailed leaflet is available from the Library or ring
on 01562 824500
ARTS MAILING LIST
To
help us keep you informed about arts events and initiatives,
Worcestershire County
Council and all six District Councils in the county have joined forces to provide a new Arts Mailing
List. The sevice is designed to cater for all interests, from occasional visitors to professional
artists and performers. For further details and to register pick up a registration form from the
Library
EXHIBITING AT KIDDERMINSTER LIBRARY.
If
you are an artist / craftsperson / organisation
and you are interested in exhibiting
your work in the Library please apply in writing to Kidderminster Library clearly marking the envelope
'Art Application'. Your application should include:
Your
preference for exhibition space eg. gallery, craft cases, foyer
etc.
A letter of explanation briefly describing the title, theme, medium,
number and sizes of work and any preference for dates A brief
paragraph about you / your organisation
A selection of photographs of the
work (please include a stamped addressed envelope for their return).
For further details ask in the Library.