What's On: Kettering Borough Nov 2018 - Feb 2019

Nov 2018 - Feb 2019

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What’s On in Kettering

Welcome to your Winter edition of What’s On, bringing you the highlights of exhibitions and events happening in and around Kettering. If you would like to submit an event to be featured in the next issue of the What’s On guide, covering March 2019 - June 2019, please email whatson@kettering.gov.uk with your content

by Friday 4th January 2019. You can also be featured in the events calendar on www.thisiskettering.com/events - just email the event details to thisiskettering@kettering.gov.uk

Kettering Museum and Art Gallery Sheep St, Kettering, NN16 0AN Open Tues - Sat, 10am - 4.45pm, last admittance 4.30pm 01536 534 274 FREE ENTRY Kettering Museum and Art Gallery offer a range of displays from their permanent collections.

Kettering Museum and Art Gallery won first prize in the Best Exhibition category at the Northamptonshire Heritage Forum Awards 2018, with their RA250 exhibition.

For further information on events and exhibitions: * museumandgallery@kettering.gov.uk (

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For further information visit www.kettering.gov.uk/whatson or call 01536 410 333. We value your opinion and we’d love to hear what you think, so email us at whatson@kettering.gov.uk

Alfred East Art Gallery

Exhibitions

The Hedge Project Claire Morris-Wright Alfred East Art Gallery 17th November – 5th January 2019 Funded by the Arts Council England, artist Claire Morris-Wright brings her touring exhibition to Kettering. The Hedge Project has evolved over three years and is an ongoing series of works made using a variety of mediums based on a hedge near the artist’s house, and its ever-changing palette.

“The hedge for me has become a striking metaphor woven with symbols which reflect my own journey through life.”

Claire Morris-Wright

Meet the Artist

For the workshop relating to this exhibition please see page 8

Join us on Saturday 17th November from 10am - 4pm when Claire will be available to discuss this project, talking techniques and the ideas behind the body of work included in this exhibition. Come along and share your own hedge experiences, through the medium of writing or drawing if you choose. FREE for all to drop in and suitable for all. There will also be a preview of Claire’s exhibition from 1pm - 3pm.

Prints Charming: Own Your Own Permanent Collection Alfred East Art Gallery 19th January – 2nd March A look at the ongoing project to make takeaway prints of the gallery’s Permanent Collection available to the public.

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The Art in Your Attic Sale Alfred East Art Gallery 28th November - 12th January 2019 What would you uncover in your attic? They say ”One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”.

To complement this exhibition, the gallery is holding a one day table top art sale to start the festive season on Saturday 1st December 11am - 3pm.

Please contact the gallery direct to book a table to sell your art and collectables.

*Terms and conditions apply

Night & Day Kettering & District Art Society Alfred East Art Gallery 26th September - 24th November The 113th KDAS Exhibition will be entitled ‘Night & Day’, split into two exhibitions showing members’ interpretation of the theme.

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Museum and gallery shopping

Craft Showcase & Browser

Craft Showcase

Shopping Visit the Museum and Gallery for an exciting range of greeting cards, vintage memorabilia and unique Kettering souvenirs.

November Ise & Nene Valley Turners

December Ilze Smith Textiles

NEW IN at The Manor House Museum

February January Bookishly Mark Draper Architectural Ceramics

Kettering & District Art Society Browser A selection of works for sale by Kettering & District Art Society with works by Graham Clipston, Gwyneth Davy, Sian Brown and Sue Lydia Taylor

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Local Treasures Events

Manor House Museum

Local Treasures:

The British Museum Comes to Kettering 22nd September - 12th January

A 1500 year old necklace, a mysterious mirror and a quirky Roman hockey player return home for the first time in nearly 100 years. These world class objects, on loan from the British Museum, were found in the Borough of Kettering and will be on display alongside other local treasures.

Image Š The Trustees of the British Museum

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Special Evening Opening Manor House Museum Tuesday 6th November 5pm - 8.30pm

Meet an Archaeologist Manor House Museum Saturday 17th November 11am - 3pm

An extra chance to see the Local Treasures exhibition. Local archaeology expert, Steve Sharpe, will be talking about the archaeology of Kettering.

Meet real life archaeologists, find out what really happens on a dig, and get the answers to all your archaeology questions.

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Special Sunday Opening Manor House Museum Sunday 25th November 10am - 4pm An extra chance to see the Local Treasures exhibition.

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Manor House Museum

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Revisit some of the design icons from the past decades in this fascinating free exhibition at the Manor House Museum.

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Museum & Art Gallery Events

Museum & Art Gallery Events

Art Workshops

Film Screenings

Learn something new or enhance your skills with our range of workshops. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, there is something for everyone.

Alfred East Art Gallery

Alfred East Art Gallery

7pm - 8.30pm Tickets: £10 or £8.50 with a Kettering Leisure Pass Book in advance to avoid disappointment

Booking is essential 10am - 4pm Price for Single Day courses: £45 Adults, £35 Kettering Leisure Pass Holders

In November, our season of Arthouse Horror films continues with the final two films:

*prices subject to change for 2019

Embossing and Debossing

By Claire Morris-Wright Saturday 24th November

Drawing: Subject – Ring Tailed Lemur

By Jamie Boots Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th February

Life Drawing Classes Monthly life drawing sessions at the gallery.

All abilities are welcome. Model and some easels provided. Please bring your own materials and paper.

Alfred East Art Gallery, 7pm – 9pm. £10 per session For more details contact email museumandgallery@kettering.gov.uk or call 01536 534 274 Wednesday 21st November

Suspiria Directed by Dario Argento Friday 30th November As the Hollywood remake hits the cinema screens, the Alfred East Art Gallery is proud to present the original Italian classic from 1977.

Early 2019 will see the return of the popular Exhibition on Screen series:

Degas: Passion for Perfection Friday 25th January

Wednesday 19th December Wednesday 16th January

Young Picasso Friday 22nd February

Wednesday 20th February

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Don’t Look Now Starring Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie Friday 2nd November

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Children’s Events

Museum & Art Gallery Events

Children’s craft activities Manor House Museum 23rd - 26th October A week of FREE activities, from 11am - 3pm. Activities include: Be an ancient poo and bone detective; Terrible Teeth Cleaning; Face Painting; Meet archaeologists and characters from the past. Please look at the website nearer the time for details. www.kettering.gov.uk/ childrensactivities

Local History Tasters Join us for a brand new set of local history themes. These drop-in sessions will give you the chance to talk to our experts, get some hands-on experience of the topics and see if you would like to learn more.

Manor House Museum Wednesdays, drop in between 11am -2pm No booking needed, FREE •

Discover the history of your house January 23rd

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Modern Resources: Looking at the electoral role & census February 27th

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Old Photographs: Their use as clues to the past March 27th

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Dipping into documents: A brief introduction to reading and transcribing old documents April 24th

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Archaeological Finds Surgeries Have you found something that may be of archaeological interest? Come along to the museum and meet our Finds Liaison Officer, Eleanore Cox, to find out more.

Manor House Museum Surgeries are drop in and run from 1.30pm - 4pm FREE Friday 30th November Friday 25th January Friday 22nd February

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Museum & Art Gallery Events

Friends of Kettering Art Gallery and Museum

Lunchtime Talks Enjoy our Friday lunchtime talks once a month at the gallery. Refreshments are available from 12.30pm and talks last an hour.

Alfred East Art Gallery 7.30 - 9pm £4 per person, free to Friends members.

No advance booking is required.

Alfred East Art Gallery 1 - 2pm £5 per person, £3.50 with a Kettering Leisure Pass Tales from the Trenches

By Steve Dimmer Friday 9th November To mark the centenary of the First World War, some of the myths and legends that came out of The War to End All Wars are traced, shedding fascinating new light on the many curious and unexplained wartime tales.

‘Bring Me Sunshine’ – the lives and work of Morecambe and Wise

By Tricia Thompson Friday 7th December The key to great comic delivery is timing and Morecombe and Wise were absolute masters of their craft.

This talk, illustrated with video clips, looks at the lives and work of one of the best-loved double-acts that Britain has ever produced.

The Fine Arts Society

By Ian Luck Friday 25th January A fascinating talk by Ian Luck about this important institution which has influenced the careers of many artists, including East, Gotch and Whistler.

Health and Medicine in Northamptonshire during the First World War

By Dr Caroline Nielson Friday 15th February This fascinating talk examines the Image © Wellcome hidden history of civilian health Collection and medicine at the time of the First World War.

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Friends of Kettering Art Gallery & Museum Talks

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Battles of the First World War

By Phil Steele Wednesday 21st November Phil, who is a prominent member of the Northamptonshire Battlefields Society, will describe and analyse some of the iconic battles of the Great War. The Great Christmas Party Wednesday 19th December Friends and their partners are all invited.

Mayan Architecture

By Sylvia Stock Wednesday 16th January Sylvia studied architecture at university in Mexico, with her thesis based on ancient Mayan buildings. She will bring a unique and personal insight into this magnificent and mysterious culture.

Boughton House

By Charles Lister Wednesday 20th February Charles is Property Manager at Boughton and will give an intimate account of some aspects of this heritage property and its owners over the centuries.

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Community Events

Community Events Beer Tasting Evening Barton Seagrave Village Hall, Kettering Wednesday 14th November, 7:30pm

Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Ise Lodge Community Centre, Kettering Sunday 4th November, 10am – 4pm Admission: 50p With numerous stalls and refreshments available from local people organised by KOS Musical Theatre Company. For further information, call 01536 503454 or www.kosmtc.co.uk

Burton Latimer Heritage Society Coffee Morning Civic Centre, Burton Latimer Saturday 10th November, 10:30am – 12:30pm Free Includes the chance to see WW1 Heroes exhibition and be able to research Burton Latimer people who fought in WW1.

With a choir performance

Join Kettering Civic Society in a Beer Tasting evening, for more details, call 01536 723 682

Alfie Moore: Getting Away with Murder Kettering Arts Centre at St Andrew’s Church, Kettering Saturday 17th November, 8pm Tickets: £12 (£10 Concessions) Former Detective Sergeant Alfie Moore, and star of BBC Radio 4 comedy ‘It’s A Fair Cop’, takes you on a thrilling and hilarious interactive journey through the art and science of murder investigation.

Blake: The Anniversary Tour Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering Monday 19 November, 7:30pm Tickets: £23 (£21.50 Concessions)

Autumn & Christmas Fair Kettering Library Saturday 10th November, 11am – 3pm, Free All welcome to come and visit a delightful celebration of Christmas craft and gift ideas hosted by Friends of Kettering Library.

With lots of interesting craft stalls and light refreshments will be available for a small donation.

Messy Play Kettering – Dinosaur Detectives Workshop Ise Lodge Community Centre, Kettering Sunday 11th November, 10:30am – 11:45am £10 per child, £5 per sibling Come along and have a roar some time at this messy Dinosaur Detectives party! More information at www.messarounduk.com/ northamptonshire/events

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Brit-Award-winning vocal trio Blake return in 2018 with a special UK tour, celebrating 10 years together. To Book Call Box Office: 01536 414 141 or visit www.lighthousetheatre.co.uk

Christmas Craft Fair Barton Seagrave Village Hall, Kettering Sunday 2nd December, 11am - 3pm Free Christmas craft fair in aid of raising funds for a defibrillator for the Village Hall come and support this events, lots of stalls including refreshments.

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Community Events

Community Events

St Andrew’s Community Christmas Fair Kettering Arts Centre at St Andrew’s Church Thursday 6th December, 6pm – 9pm Saturday 8th December, 10am – 2pm Free Once again St Andrew’s Church is host to over 20 charities and community groups for our annual Community Christmas Fair, and amongst the stalls, refreshments and activities there are performances by several local school choirs. There will also be a very special guest in red, with a big white beard!

Kettering Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert Kettering Buccleuch Academy Saturday 8th December, 7:30pm Tickets: £11 (£6 Concessions) Concert programme: Cuban Overture – Gershwin, Violin Concert No. 1 – Bruch – soloist Lucy Baker and Symphony No. 4 – Brahms. Book tickets online in advance at www.kettsymphorch.co.uk

Pop-up ice rink comes to Kettering Market Place, 10am - 4pm FREE • Saturday 1st December • Saturday 8th December • Saturday 15th December

Community Centres in the Borough of Kettering

Cransley Hospice Santa Saunter Wicksteed Park, Kettering Sunday 9th December, 10am Admission: £12.50 Adults, £5 Child Get into the festive spirit and help raise essential funds for Cransley Hospice at this exciting family-friendly event. Admission includes a medal and Santa suit. Visit www.cransleyhospice.org.uk or call 01536 452 423 for further information.

Kettering Civic Society Christmas Social Barton Seagrave Village Hall, Kettering Wednesday 12th December, 7:30pm Join Kettering Civic Society for their annual Christmas Social. For more information at www.ketteringcivicsociety.net

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Community Centres are available to hire for a range of events.

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Melton Community Centre North Park Pavilion Ise Valley Pavilion Rothwell Community Centre Highfield Barnes Community Centre Corn Market Hall

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Community Events

Community Events

Carols and Comedians Kettering Arts Centre at St Andrew’s Church Thursday 20th December, 7:30pm Tickets: £12 on the door, (£8 in advance) A family friendly fun and festive night of laughter, sing-a-long carols and some great comedians. Wear your favourite Christmas Jumper!

Saturday 1st December High Street, Kettering Free Parking*

Christmas Carols Around the Christmas Tree Kettering Library Saturday 22nd December, 2pm Free Everyone is welcome to join this celebration hosted by the Friends of Kettering Library with the choir from St Peter and St Paul Church to celebrate Christmas around the Christmas tree.

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Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering Wednesday 27th February, 1pm & 4:30pm Thursday 28th February, 10am & 1pm Tickets: £15 Adult, £13 Child, Family of four: £52

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Beauty and the Beast Ballet Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering Saturday 19th January, 7:30pm Tickets: £17, £19, Family of four: £65

Trails can be picked up at the Manor House Museum.

Complete the trail and claim your treat!

Packed full of games, songs and laughter, this is an enchanting and magical show.

To Book Call Box Office: 01536 414141 or visit www.lighthousetheatre.co.uk

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Community Events

Community Events

Christmas around the Borough •

Kettering Christmas Lights Big Switch On

Thursday 29th November, Market Place, 5pm

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Burton Latimer Christmas Lights Switch On

Friday 30th November, High Street, Burton Latimer, 5pm

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Desborough Christmas Gala Evening

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Kettering Christmas Market

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Rothwell Christmas Gala Evening

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Santa’s Grotto

Friday 30th November, Desborough Town Centre, 6-8pm

Thursday 6th December, Market Place, Kettering, 4-8pm Friday 7th December, Market Hill Square, Rothwell, 6pm

The Yards Thursday 29th November & Thursday 6th December Saturdays – 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd December Contact The Yards for opening hours on 01536 519222

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