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We’re an arts programme delivering free creative activities across Newark and Sherwood 🎨🎵🎭
Our projects encourage people of all ages and abilities to have fun, connect with their community, and experience something new.

29/10/2026

We've had a whimsical October half-term so far, thanks to The Three Billy Pigs 🐷

This fairy tale-inspired puppet show took place at Clipstone Village Hall and was followed by a puppet-making workshop, so youngsters could tell their own stories at home!

Thanks to our partner City Arts - Nottingham for making the magic happen ✨

Photo credit: Lamar Francois Imaging and Photography 📸

22/10/2026

When darkness falls across the land, the animals must work to bring back the light. Who will succeed? The powerful eagle? The clever monkey? Or a spider and his friends? 🕷️

Anansi and the Lost Sun is coming to Clipstone Village Hall this October half-term!

This one-of-a-kind puppet show is inspired by West African tales and suitable for children aged six and over.

Every performance is followed by an artist-led workshop, where you can make your own puppet to take home with you!

🗓️ Wednesday 28 October
🕰️ 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm
💸 Free, but booking is required

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/6smUW

Anansi and the Lost Sun is a collaboration with our partner City Arts - Nottingham

21/10/2026

Who's joining us for next week's Heron Music Café?

Taking place at the Lifespring Church and Centre in New Ollerton, these friendly music mornings are the perfect opportunity to:

🎵 Sing along to performances from professional musicians, courtesy of our partner Musicworks
💃🏿 Have a dance
🫖 Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits upon arrival
☺️ Relax with fellow music lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere

Every event is dementia and disability-friendly and booking is not required, just come along and take part!

Next event:
🗓️ Friday 30 October
🕰️ 10:30am to 12pm
💸 Free

For more info, visit: https://orlo.uk/CEOOv

20/10/2026

The Three Billy Pigs has sold out 🐷

Have no fear! We have more free activities for families this October half-term.

Don't miss Anansi and the Lost Sun, another family-friendly puppet show coming to Clipstone Village Hall on Wednesday 28 October.

When darkness falls across the land, the animals must work to bring back the light. Who will succeed? The powerful eagle? The clever monkey? Or a spider and his friends? 🕷️

The show is suitable for ages six and up and is followed by an artist-led workshop, where you can create your own puppet to take home with you!

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/os902

Our October half-term activities are a collaboration with our partner City Arts - Nottingham

19/10/2026

Our new website is live! 🥳

It's now easier than ever to:

🗓️ Check out our free creative events, activities, and workshops

✏️ Stay up to date with our projects

👀 Keep an eye out for opportunities to get involved

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Bringing free creative activities to Newark and Sherwood.

15/10/2026

"10/10, no notes!"

"Fantastic!"

"A really great evening."

Fifty-six people attended Ghost in the Museum, last night's scarily funny storytelling event at National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum 👻

Written and performed by our artist in residence, Leanne Moden - Poet, the show was a celebration of her time at the museum and featured writers from our recent Hidden Histories workshop series.

For the last five months, Leanne has been busy in our artist's studio, writing poetry inspired by the museum's collections. She's also hosted workshops for schools and community groups and designed creative activities for visitors of all ages.

We'll miss you Leanne! 😢 Thank you for all your hard work and for keeping restless museum spirits at bay.

Stay tuned for news of our next artist in residence! You can find out more about the programme here: https://orlo.uk/A9ou9

15/10/2026

⚠️ No souls were harmed in the making of this poetry night ⚠️

Congratulations to our Artist-in-Residence, Leanne Moden - Poet, who defeated the museum's ghost (and her own imposter syndrome) with the power of poetry 👏 👻

National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum

13/10/2026

Can poetry fight ghosts? There’s only one way to find out! 👻

Join our artist-in-residence, Leanne Moden - Poet , for Ghost in the Museum on Wednesday 14 October.

This unique storytelling event is inspired by the collections at the National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum and showcases writers from our Hidden Histories workshop series.

🗓️ Wednesday 14 October
🕰️ 6:30pm to 8:30pm
🧑 Ages 14+
💸 FREE
📌 Tudor Hall, National Civil War Centre

Book your spot now: https://orlo.uk/vx5dR

This event is BSL interpreted.

12/10/2026

There’s a ghost in the museum, and the only way to fight it is with the power of poetry! 👻

Led by Leanne Moden - Poet , this fun, storytelling show is inspired by the collections at the National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum.

Join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on Wednesday 14th October, for this work-in-progress event, aimed at adults and young people over 14. We'll also be showcasing writers from our Hidden Histories workshop series during the performance.

Can poetry and short stories help Leanne escape the ghost’s clutches? Come along and find out!

Book your free spot now: https://orlo.uk/dqpra

Ghost in the Museum will be BSL interpreted.

06/10/2026

Meet Ferdinando! 🐦‍⬛

After much deliberation and many wonderful suggestions, our artist-in-residence, Leanne Moden - Poet has named the crow that lives in our artist's studio—after her "imaginary boyfriend from year eight."

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14 Appleton Gate
Newark
NG241JY

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Website

https://opendoorsarts.co.uk/

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