2012_workshops

Free workshops
Supported by NHDC
2012 programme yarnsmith 2
The Art of Storytelling (Age 11 – adult)
Dave Tong, The Yarnsmith of NorwichProfessional storyteller Dave Tong (the Yarnsmith of Norwich) helps you develop your own story-telling skills. Dave tells traditional tales at venues all around the UK. These have included the British Museum. (Later in the day, Dave will be telling historical tales at Tannery Drift School: all welcome).Venue 13 Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 9am – 10.30am
FREE

 


2012 programme megsonAcoustic Guitar 1 (Age 14 – adult)
Stu Hanna, Megson

Got a guitar sitting at home doing nothing? Why not join Megson‘s Stu Hanna for a reintroduction to the basics and more. Bring your own instrument. (Megson have been 3 times short-listed for the BBC Radio 2 folk awards and are performing at the Parish Church on Friday night).

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 9.30am – 10.30am
FREE

 


2012 Programme Rachel HaynesCapturing Time – A Speed Drawing Workshop 1
(9.30 -10.30am)
Rachel Haynes

This workshop has has to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Please book on Speed Drawing 2 instead (11-12noon).


2012 programme cameraMaking the most of your digital camera
(Age 10 – 16) 
Royston Photographic Society

Are you aged 10 – 16? Members of the Royston Photographic will help you get the most out of your digital camera. Bring your own camera and instruction manual  (if you can find it!).

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 10am – 11am
FREE

 


It’s about time you were published – Writing for magazines
(Age 16 – adult)
Maureen Moody

2012 programme magsA two hour session introducing writing for magazines and journals led by freelance journalist Maureen Moody and assisted by other members of Royston’s Writer’s Circle. Participants need only bring paper, pen and their interest and enthusiasm. No previous experience is needed just an interest in writing.

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 10am-12noon
Free

 


2012 programme megsonAcoustic Guitar 2 (Age 14 – adult)
Stu Hanna, Megson

A second chance to take part in this popular workshop with Stu Hanna of Megson. Bring your own instrument.

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 11am – 12noon
FREE

 


2012 Programme Rachel HaynesCapturing Time – A Speed Drawing Workshop 2
(Age 14 – adult)
Rachel Haynes

A second chance to capture the essence of subject matter with quick sketches.

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 11am – 12noon
FREE

 


2012 programme cameraMaking the most of your digital camera
(Age 16 – adult) 
Royston Photographic Society

A second workshop for the slightly older festival-goers. Members of the Royston Photographic will help you get the most out of your digital camera.Bring your own camera and instruction manual (if you can find it!).

Venue 13: Greneway School (SG8 7JF)
Saturday 29 September, 11.30am -12.30am
FREE

 


2010 RaF steelpans 1Steelpans 1 (age 10 – adult)
Hertfordshire Music Service FULL

Try your hand at steel drums. An ever-popular workshop – no previous experience needed.Book early.

Venue 14: Meridian School (SG8 9JH)
Saturday 29 September, 12noon – 1pm
FREE

 


2010 RaF steelpans 1Steelpans 2 (age 10 – adult)
Hertfordshire Music Service

Another chance to try your hand at steel drums. No previous experience needed. Book early.

Venue 14: Meridian School (SG8 9JH)
Saturday 29 September, 1pm – 2pm
FREE

 


 

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  • Details and times were correct at time of publishing but may be subject to change.
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24 -27 September 2026