Events
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Talk Photo
Thursday 9th February, 7-9pm
TalkPhoto is back with talks by Neil McCoubrey and Peter Metelerkamp.
Neil McCoubrey' talk ‘In Search of Accidental Beauty’ will focus on his unique images taken at Clifton Rocks Railway and in over 80 rooms currently closed to the public and used for storage at the National Trust’s Tyntesfield House. To see his work visit www.neilmccoubrey.comSouth African born Peter Metelerkamp will present his documentary project ‘Settler Country’ which studies the influence and impact of early 19th century British settlement on people and places in modern day South Africa’s Eastern Cape – and explores the wider psychological and physical impacts of settlement.
The project can be viewed at www.settlercountry.orgDoors open 6.45 pm, no entry after 7.15pm Entry £3 (£2 for Second Look members)
For full event details visit http://www.secondlook.org.uk/events/2012/feb/9/talk_photo_february12/
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Happy: The Movie
Saturday, 11th February 2012, 1-3pm, £5 donation appreciated
On World Happy day (11 Feb 2012) thousands of people will join together in communities all over the world to experience the film Happy.
Are we in the midst of a Happiness Revolution? This film travels the world to find out. Tickets available through the following link...http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2838703639
This Bristol screening is being organised by Mike and Liz Zeidler from Happy City. If you have queries please e-mail: info@happycity.org.uk
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Pink Kitten Dance School's Bleeding Hearts Club
Saturday 11th February, Doors 7:30pm Show 8pm
Come have your heart-beat quickened by the visual delights on offer from Pink Kitten. With Valentines performances via the art of pole dance, burlesque, pole-esque, can can, and more to melt your heart, this is where you want to be for a fitting antidote to a sickly sweet Valentines.
Tickets are £5 in advance, £7 on the door. Registration closes midday Friday 10th. Be sure to book to secure your place!
Questions can be directed to info@pinkkittendanceschool.com or 07980 804 720 if you'd like to take part, volunteer or enquire about the show.http://www.pinkkittendanceschool.com/booking/event-registration/?ee=368
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ONE political party does have an economic alternative: The Green party
Monday 13th February, 7pm, 3rd floor
Come and find out what it is.
Speaker:
Adrian Ramsey, Deputy Leader,
The Green Party
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The Bristol Pound - Our City, our Money, our Future
Thursday 16th February, 7.30pm
This spring, Bristol will be seeing the launch of its very own unique currency. Developed in the name of all things local, The Bristol Pound aims to support the independent businesses that give our city both its richness and diversity. In these last critical months before we go live, The Bristol Pound team are inviting members of the public, from all over the city, to get involved with this exciting new project. If you share our desire to keep Bristol’s trade local, come along to this free event at Hamilton House, on February 16th at 7:30pm, to see how your voice can make a difference.
To find out more, visit:
follow us: @TheBristolPound
email us: info@bristolpound.org
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Meet the Authors
17th March 2012, 2 pm
This is the first in a series of public events as part of Past Matters the University's first Festival of History.
Four leading historians and historical novelists come together to discuss how and why they write about history. An initial panel discussion will explore the differences between history and historical fiction, the importance of research, and the personal stories behind the books. This will be followed by four smaller “book group” sessions, where you can discuss the book of your choice with its author.
Confirmed authors
Helen Dunmore 'The Betrayal'
Linda Colley 'The Ordeal of Elizabeth Marsh'
Max Egremont 'Forgotten Land: Journeys Among The Ghosts of East Prussia'
Kei Miller 'The Last Warner Woman'
Admission free but booking required in advance by visiting web: Meet the authors registration
Further information from tel: +44 (0)117 3318313 or email: Centre for Public Engagement
