Category: Community and volunteering

Life Drawing in Bristol every Thursday

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This relaxed life drawing class takes place in Stokes Croft, Bristol on a weekly basis. The class socially distanced, and have a different live model each week who will take a variation of poses for you to draw. You can focus on whatever you like, bring whatever drawing materials you like.

The Colston statue: What next? Now – 5 september

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The statue of Edward Colston was pulled down on 7 June 2020 during a Black Lives Matter protest in Bristol. One year on, the statue now forms part of a new display at M Shed to start a city-wide conversation about its future. The statue is on display alongside a selection of placards from the protest as well as a timeline of key events leading up to 7 June 2020. As part of your visit, you will have the chance to complete a survey. M Shed want to hear your thoughts on what happened that day and what you think should happen next.

‘Introducing Stencil Art’ Spray Sessions with Where The Wall 26 June – 18 December

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  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 26 June onwards
  • Time: 2 pm – 3 pm
  • Location: 80 Stokes Croft BS1 3QY
  • Meeting point: n/a
  • Cost: £15
  • Booking instructions: book online

 

You’ll be introduced to stencil art from the very beginnings of recorded-human history, to the modern day with Banksy art. Just what did inspire him to become so impressive at stencil art in a world of graffiti art in Bristol? These sessions are a great way to spray street art, “get your hands on the cans” and take home some self-sprayed artwork, using our water-based spray paints and laser cut stencils. (A2 artwork size which is 59cm by 42cm).

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Bible reading group 6 – 27 July

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Quick info:

  • Type of event: Online
  • Date: Every Tuesday 6th-27th July
  • Time: 1.10 pm to 2 pm
  • Location: n/a
  • Meeting point: n/a
  • Cost: Free
  • Booking instructions: Email  Mike.Peat@bristol.ac.uk

Students and staff are welcome to join this group, whatever religious views they hold. Each meeting is a chance to read and reflect together on passages from the bible, pondering such questions as “what was the author wanting to say?” and “what meaning could this have for us today?” (more…)

Read and Discover 7 – 28 July

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Quick info:

  • Type of event: Online
  • Date: 7th-28th July
  • Time: 1 pm to 2 pm
  • Location: n/a
  • Meeting point: n/a
  • Cost: Free
  • Booking instructions: Email Jacqueline.Conradie-Faul@bristol.ac.uk

This group has a specific focus on reading the Bible with International Students, from any background, faith or belief. Each meeting provides an opportunity to read a specific Bible passage, reflect on the context in which it was written, learn to cross reference to relevant passages elsewhere in the Bible, and look at how the passage relates to our everyday life in a modern-day setting. No preparation is required! Simply come along to read, discover and share your thoughts in an informal and relaxed setting!

Bedminster’s Secret Gardens 10 & 11 July

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  • Type of event: In-person
  • Date: 10th & 11th July
  • Time: 12pm – 5pm
  • Location: Various
  • Meeting point: Riverside Garden Centre
  • Cost: £2
  • Booking instructions: Pick up guide here

Blooming Bedminster is about all things green, the gardens might be small, but they’re perfectly formed! Get inspiration, enter a world of plants and see creative, productive and (more…)

Sunday Shuttle to Beese’s with Bristol Ferry 11 July – 26 September

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  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 11th July
  • Time: 11am – 3pm
  • Location: 44 The Grove, Bs1
  • Meeting point: Welsh Back Ferry Landing
  • Cost: £15
  • Booking instructions: book online

 

Explore the sights and sounds of the tranquil countryside right on our doorstep as we cruise along the feeder canal and through Netham Lock to the leafy riverbanks of St Anne’s and Conham River Park. Look out for otters, ducks, swans, kingfishers, deer and foxes as you glide slowly towards the famous Beeses, nestled on the river bank. At Beeses you can either treat yourselves to a some of the delicious options from their Deli Bar, or enjoy some refreshing drinks with your friends. Price includes boat journey only – food and drink must be bought from Beese’s directly upon arrival.

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The Ethics of Storytelling 14 July

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Is it possible to tell stories with honesty, thoughtfulness, and accuracy that are out with your own lived experience? When is it appropriate to use verbatim text? What are the ethics of writing characters based on real people, whether contemporary or historical?
Join us for an online panel discussion on the ethics of storytelling.

The Improvised Documentary with Rough Sketch Productions – 14 July

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Have you ever wondered what dilemmas face a platypus? If someone tried to abolish ice cream what would a documentary about that look like? Maybe you want to see a documentary about the national teeth cleaning championships?
Join this 45(ish) minute improvised documentary on Zoom. The audience will be asked for suggestions to start the show off and can then sit back and relax as the documentary unfolds before your eyes using those suggestions.

Great Weston Ride 18 July

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Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 18 July
  • Time: 8am
  • Location: Bristol – Weston Super Mare
  • Meeting point: Long Ashton park & ride
  • Cost: £32.50
  • Booking instructions: book online

The highly-acclaimed Great Weston Ride will be back again in 2021 after its eleventh outing overcame the coronavirus challenge and was rated a huge success by the people who matter most – the riders themselves. (more…)