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SUMMARY:‘Stop Framing’ Helston
DESCRIPTION:Six week creative media course\nCreate your own short animation with Tamara Rosenwyn (12+)\n6pm-8pm Tuesdays from 21 April\nBook Here (FREE for Basement Members – join for FREE today on our homepage) \n‘Stop Framing’ Helston \nLearn to create your own stop-frame animation from scratch — all you need is your phone and your imagination. \nWhat is stop-frame animation? \nStop-frame animation is the art of bringing still objects to life — frame by frame. It takes planning\, creativity\, patience\, and a mix of skills from art\, photography\, video\, music and storytelling. The result? A finished film that’s completely yours\, ready to share with the world. \nWhat you’ll get out of it \n Creative skills — Art\, storytelling\, photography\, music and video all woven into one project \n Tech skills — Use your own smartphone to shoot and produce your animation \n Teamwork skills — Project planning\, team-building\, role delegation and time management \n Wellbeing — Build focus\, self-expression and confidence through hands-on making \nYour tutor \n Tamara Rosenwyn — Animator & course leader \nTamara created her first stop-frame animation at age 17 and went on to win Runner Up at the Royal Television Society Awards (Student Category). She’s seen first-hand how animation builds confidence\, creativity and real-world skills — and she can’t wait to pass that on.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/stop-framing-helston/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Education,Free,Fun,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T200000
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SUMMARY:‘Stop Framing’ Helston
DESCRIPTION:Six week creative media course\nCreate your own short animation with Tamara Rosenwyn (12+)\n6pm-8pm Tuesdays from 21 April\nBook Here (FREE for Basement Members – join for FREE today on our homepage) \n‘Stop Framing’ Helston \nLearn to create your own stop-frame animation from scratch — all you need is your phone and your imagination. \nWhat is stop-frame animation? \nStop-frame animation is the art of bringing still objects to life — frame by frame. It takes planning\, creativity\, patience\, and a mix of skills from art\, photography\, video\, music and storytelling. The result? A finished film that’s completely yours\, ready to share with the world. \nWhat you’ll get out of it \n Creative skills — Art\, storytelling\, photography\, music and video all woven into one project \n Tech skills — Use your own smartphone to shoot and produce your animation \n Teamwork skills — Project planning\, team-building\, role delegation and time management \n Wellbeing — Build focus\, self-expression and confidence through hands-on making \nYour tutor \n Tamara Rosenwyn — Animator & course leader \nTamara created her first stop-frame animation at age 17 and went on to win Runner Up at the Royal Television Society Awards (Student Category). She’s seen first-hand how animation builds confidence\, creativity and real-world skills — and she can’t wait to pass that on.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/stop-framing-helston/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Education,Free,Fun,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Bobo’s Giant Seedling Trail
DESCRIPTION:Bobo’s Giant Seedling Trail\nTrevow Helston & Cousin Jack’s\nMay Half Term\nFREE EVENT\nSomething strange has happened — Bobo’s giant seedlings have escaped and are hiding all over Helston! Can you find them all? \nBobo\, the loveable character from Caroline Pedler’s The Accidental Gardener\, has been busy planting up his seedlings – but these aren’t ordinary seedlings. \nWeird\, wonderful\, colourful and made from all sorts of materials by members of the community\, the giant seedlings have popped up in shops and venues right across town. \nYour mission: find them all\, complete your trail\, then head to Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park to claim your prize! \nRunning throughout May half term\, this free family trail is the perfect excuse to explore Helston’s shops and streets with your family before heading to Coronation Park. \nPick up a trail from anywhere in town displaying a seedling – don’t worry\, you’ll spot them.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/bobos-giant-seedling-trail/
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Nature,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Become a Story Inventor!
DESCRIPTION:Become a Story Inventor! A Story Lab event by The Writers’ Block 10am-4pm on 23rd & 24th May This event takes place at: Trevow Chapel Free – Booking preferred but drop-ins welcome  \nAll our Story Scientists have gone on strike! They’ve emptied our lab and taken all their story experiments with them. So now our Story Lab is missing a vital element: STORIES…! \nYour mission is to help us invent some new ones. \nBecome a Story Inventor on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May when the Story Lab arrives at Trevow Chapel. We invite you to play\, explore and experiment as we look at all the elements of a story and help restore the lab to its full working order! \nEncounter colourful characters\, enchanting worlds and costumes galore and have fun creating your very own characters and stories. \nThis event is free\, you’re welcome to drop in on the day but we would appreciate it if you could book a time slot so that we can manage flow. All ages welcome.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/become-a-story-inventor-2/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Trevow Old Chapel\, Meneage Road\, Helston\, TR13 8BH
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Story Telling,Teen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Skateboard and Scooter Jam
DESCRIPTION: HELSTON SKATEPARK SKATEBOARD & SCOOTER JAM \n\n Saturday 23rd May\n Helston Skatepark\n\n\n\n Whether you’ve been taking part in our lessons or shredding the park on your own — now’s your chance to show off your skills and win some awesome prizes!\n\n\n\n Skateboard & Scooter Jam\n Categories for riders aged 16 & under\n Judged by the one and only Coach Frank Skateschool\n\n\n Registration opens: 11:00 AM\n Entry: £2.00 per category\n\n\n Great Prizes\n\n\n\n\nCome along for a fun-packed day of skating\, prizes\, and community vibes. Don’t miss it! 
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/skateboard-and-scooter-jam/
LOCATION:Coronation Park\, Coronation Park\, Helston\, TRI3 0RA
CATEGORIES:Family,Fun,Kids,Sport,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Become a Story Inventor!
DESCRIPTION:Become a Story Inventor! A Story Lab event by The Writers’ Block 10am-4pm on 23rd & 24th May This event takes place at: Trevow Chapel Free – Booking preferred but drop-ins welcome  \nAll our Story Scientists have gone on strike! They’ve emptied our lab and taken all their story experiments with them. So now our Story Lab is missing a vital element: STORIES…! \nYour mission is to help us invent some new ones. \nBecome a Story Inventor on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May when the Story Lab arrives at Trevow Chapel. We invite you to play\, explore and experiment as we look at all the elements of a story and help restore the lab to its full working order! \nEncounter colourful characters\, enchanting worlds and costumes galore and have fun creating your very own characters and stories. \nThis event is free\, you’re welcome to drop in on the day but we would appreciate it if you could book a time slot so that we can manage flow. All ages welcome.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/become-a-story-inventor-2/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Trevow Old Chapel\, Meneage Road\, Helston\, TR13 8BH
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Story Telling,Teen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Cornish Character Puppets
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\n\nCornish Character Puppets A Story Lab event  \nMonday 25th May 1pm – 3pm  \nThursday 28th May 10am – 12 noon  \nThis event takes place at: The Museum of Cornish Life  \nFREE EVENT  \nFor the May half term the museum are inviting you to come and create your own Cornish Character puppet. You can then make up your own stories and plays to perform at home. These workshops are free and drop in so turn up and make your own character to take on story adventures. Places are allocated first come\, first served. \nFor families with children aged 5 years plus. Please note these activities are not suitable for under 5 years as we will be using small items.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/cornish-character-puppets/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, TR13 8TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Culture & History,Family,Free,Fun,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260511T215318Z
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SUMMARY:Shhh... Chaos in the Library!
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nShhh… Chaos in the Library! A Story Lab event \n12.30pm-2.30pm on 26th May \nThis event takes place at: Helston Library FREE EVENT (donations welcome)  \nFrom thinking outside the books to reading between the lines\, Helston Library’s Writer in Residence Tamara Rosenwyn will guide you through a session of creative writing like you’ve never tried it before. \nExpect wacky activities\, unexpected prompts\, and the freedom to experiment — whether that leads you to poetry\, prose\, or something in between. \nThis workshop is designed for pre-teens + and adults alike\, so whether you’re 11 or 94\, if you’ve ever wanted to put pen to paper (or just fancy trying something different)\, pull up a chair. \nNo previous writing experience required.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/shhh-chaos-in-the-library/
LOCATION:Helston Library
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Story Telling,Workshops & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T215425Z
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SUMMARY:‘Stop Framing’ Helston
DESCRIPTION:Six week creative media course\nCreate your own short animation with Tamara Rosenwyn (12+)\n6pm-8pm Tuesdays from 21 April\nBook Here (FREE for Basement Members – join for FREE today on our homepage) \n‘Stop Framing’ Helston \nLearn to create your own stop-frame animation from scratch — all you need is your phone and your imagination. \nWhat is stop-frame animation? \nStop-frame animation is the art of bringing still objects to life — frame by frame. It takes planning\, creativity\, patience\, and a mix of skills from art\, photography\, video\, music and storytelling. The result? A finished film that’s completely yours\, ready to share with the world. \nWhat you’ll get out of it \n Creative skills — Art\, storytelling\, photography\, music and video all woven into one project \n Tech skills — Use your own smartphone to shoot and produce your animation \n Teamwork skills — Project planning\, team-building\, role delegation and time management \n Wellbeing — Build focus\, self-expression and confidence through hands-on making \nYour tutor \n Tamara Rosenwyn — Animator & course leader \nTamara created her first stop-frame animation at age 17 and went on to win Runner Up at the Royal Television Society Awards (Student Category). She’s seen first-hand how animation builds confidence\, creativity and real-world skills — and she can’t wait to pass that on.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/stop-framing-helston/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Education,Free,Fun,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260511T220102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T220102Z
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SUMMARY:Curious Objects\, Curious Stories
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nCurious Objects\, Curious Stories With Olivia Lowry  \nA Story Lab event by The Writers’ Block  \n10.30-12.30am on 27th May  \nThis event takes place at: The Museum of Cornish Life  \nTickets £5 per child (adults free)  \nJoin artist Olivia Lowry for a relaxed\, family-friendly creative writing & craft workshop inspired by fascinating objects from the collections at the Museum of Cornish Life. Together we’ll explore a selection of unusual and historic items from the museum and use them as inspiration for drawing\, observation and imagination. \nThis hands-on session invites children and adults to look closely at objects from Cornwall’s past and respond creatively through writing & craft activities. \nRecommended for children aged 5+.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/curious-objects-curious-stories/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, TR13 8TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Fun,Kids,Literature,Workshops & Talks
ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260511T220546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T220546Z
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SUMMARY:Little Story Seekers
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nLittle Story Seekers  \nA Story Lab event by The Writers’ Block  \n11am-12pm on 27th May  \nThis event takes place at: Helston Library  \nFREE EVENT (donations welcome)  \nLittle Story Seekers is a story\, song\, movement and craft session for very young children and their grown-ups\, created by The Writers’ Block. \nJoin storyteller Jo Lumber for a special Little Story Seekers session as part of the What[areyour]3Words project. Jo’s sessions are designed for ages 0–5: expect songs\, picture book stories\, gentle movement and a simple make-and-take craft — all at toddler pace\, with plenty of room for wrigglers\, crawlers and lap-sitters. \nLittle Story Seekers has been running across Cornwall for several years\, giving very young children their first taste of stories and creative play in a relaxed\, no-pressure setting. There’s no need to sit still\, no wrong way to join in\, and younger siblings are very welcome. \nA lovely way to spend time together — and…
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/little-story-seekers/
LOCATION:Helston Library
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Music,Story Telling,Workshops & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Joyful Journaling  \nA Story Lab event  \n1.30-3.30pm on 27th May  \nThis event takes place at: The Museum of Cornish Life  \nFREE EVENT (but book a space to help us with numbers)  \nJoin Emma Farley for a free\, fun\, family-friendly journaling workshop designed especially for children aged 7–11. This interactive session introduces the power of journaling as a tool for positive thinking\, self-expression\, and building self-esteem. \nGrown-ups are invited to take part alongside their children\, making this a shared experience that benefits all ages. You’ll leave with practical ideas\, inspiration and tools to continue your journaling journey together at home. \nMaterials will be supplied but if you have a favourite notebook or even a new notebook you would like to start using please do bring it along. \nAll children must be accompanied by an adult\, max 3 children per adult. \nPlaces are free but limited\, so to take part in this fabulous workshop please book through Eventbrite . \nPlease remember to book a ticket for everyone in your group including accompanying adults as places are limited.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/17211/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, TR13 8TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Workshops & Talks
ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260501T131903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T131903Z
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SUMMARY:Krafty Kids May Half Term
DESCRIPTION:Cornish Character Puppets\nDrop-in Family Workshops :\nFor the May half term we are inviting you to come and create your own Cornish Character puppet. You can then make up your own stories and plays to perform at home. These workshops are free and drop in so turn up and make your own character to take on story adventures. Places are allocated first come\, first served.\nFor families with children aged 5 years plus. Please note these activities are not suitable for under 5 years as we will be using small items. \nThe National Year of Reading. To show our support for reading we are joining in by offering you the chance to make a corner bookmark at each Krafty Kids session this Easter. Take your bookmark home so you can keep track of where you are in your favourite book \, using a bookmark you have made yourself.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/krafty-kids-may-half-term/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, TR13 8TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Family,Free,Fun,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Cornish Life":MAILTO:info@museumofcornishlife.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260511T214933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T214933Z
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SUMMARY:Cornish Character Puppets
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\n\nCornish Character Puppets A Story Lab event  \nMonday 25th May 1pm – 3pm  \nThursday 28th May 10am – 12 noon  \nThis event takes place at: The Museum of Cornish Life  \nFREE EVENT  \nFor the May half term the museum are inviting you to come and create your own Cornish Character puppet. You can then make up your own stories and plays to perform at home. These workshops are free and drop in so turn up and make your own character to take on story adventures. Places are allocated first come\, first served. \nFor families with children aged 5 years plus. Please note these activities are not suitable for under 5 years as we will be using small items.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/cornish-character-puppets/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, TR13 8TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Culture & History,Family,Free,Fun,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
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SUMMARY:Manga Drawing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:With artist Keith Sparrow\nSupported by Trevow Helston and The Writers Block (11+)\n1pm-3pm  Thursday 28 May\nBook Here (FREE) \nJoin manga artist and writer Keith Sparrow for a fun and creative manga drawing workshop for children. Young artists will learn how to design their own exciting manga characters with step-by-step guidance\, using pencil and colour.\nKeith is the author of several books about drawing manga and loves inspiring children to tell stories through art. His latest book\, Cornwall’s Fantastic 5!\, shares the amazing stories of five of Cornwall’s most famous people and achievements.\nIn this interactive session\, children will discover simple techniques for drawing expressive faces\, action poses and unique characters\, while building confidence in their creativity. Keith has been drawing and collecting comics since childhood and now runs popular manga workshops across Cornwall.\n\nPerfect for young fans of manga and comics—no experience needed\, just bring your imagination!\n\nWhat(areyour)3Words is a Trevow Helston & Writers’ Block community project taking place across Helston in May half term. Utilising the concept of What3Words as a unique location device and turning it into a method of story generation and collection.\n\nForget the algorithm. Make something with your hands!
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/16262/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T010000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T222328
CREATED:20260315T230819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T230819Z
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SUMMARY:Zine Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:With artist Karen Howse\nSupported by Trevow Helston and The Writers Block (11+)\n1pm-3.30pm  Friday 29 May\nBook Here (FREE) \nEver wanted to make your own mini magazine? In this hands-on workshop\, artist Karen Howse will show you how to create a zine — a DIY publication you design yourself\, from scratch\, in an afternoon. \nCut\, stick\, stamp\, draw\, collage\, and even type on a real typewriter. No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to make a mess. \nAs part of What(areyour)3Words\, you’ll also explore the art of erasure poetry — hunting through existing text to find hidden words and stories. What three words will you uncover today? \nPerfect for ages 11+ \nWhat(areyour)3Words is a Trevow Helston & Writers’ Block community project taking place across Helston in May half term. Utilising the concept of What3Words as a unique location device and turning it into a method of story generation and collection.\n\nForget the algorithm. Make something with your hands!
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/zine-making-workshop/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Crafts,Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:Story Quest Day
DESCRIPTION:Story Quest Day\nTrevow Helston & The Writers’ Block\nFREE EVENT\nFrom coats with too many pockets\, to weird and wonderful objects\, to a cast of unexpected characters\, Story Quest Day is a creative outdoor adventure where stories come to life across the park. Solve the riddles to find hidden objects\, create pocket stories\, invent your own wild and wacky character and be entertained by the fabulous Story Republic! \nStory Quest Day is the grand finale of The Story Lab – a week-long celebration of words and stories that transforms Helston into a living literary adventure across the May half term. Throughout the week\, Trevow Helston teams up with Cornwall’s writing centre\, The Writers’ Block\, to bring workshops\, events and drop-in sessions to venues all over town — from memoir writing and manga workshops to poetry\, zine-making\, an open mic speakeasy and The Story Lab at Trevow Chapel\, where you can become a Story Inventor and create your own characters and stories. \nStory Quest Day brings the adventure outdoors and into Coronation Park for a creative family day to round off the week. \nPerfect for curious minds\, budding writers and anyone who loves a good tale.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/story-quest-day/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Fun,Kids,Literature,Story Telling,Teen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevow Helston":MAILTO:guy@cousinjacks.org
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SUMMARY:The Basement Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Come and find out what we are all about!\nEveryone’s welcome\n11am-4pm  Saturday 30 May\nWe are opening our doors to the curious of Helston\, young people who are thinking about joining us\, families from the town\, parents and guardians who would like to find out a bit more about what happens here. There are FREE activities for young people all day as well as demonstrations and performances from our young people. \nThe programme will look like this: \n\n\nGraffiti 11am-1pm – Join Cosmic and help design a mural for our outdoor space! The theme is ‘Everyone is Welcome’ \n\n\nHN Dance Collective 11am-12pm – We kick off with a performance from HN Collective followed by the opportunity to join in and learn some street dance moves. \n\n\nStop Animation 12-4pm – Meet Tamara and add your own frames to our special stop animation. \n\n\nLive DJs 1-3pm – Playing outside if the weather is fine! \n\n\nCoach Frank Scooters 1-2.30pm – Join Coach Frank and learn new tricks and moves. \n\n\nBuild a Band performance 1-2pm – Young People from the recent Build a Band courses will be show casing their newly formed bands and technical skills. \n\n\nJoin and Jam Session 2-3pm – Bring your instrument or pick up one of ours and join our informal jam session. \n\n\nGraffiti 2-4pm – Join Cosmic and help design a mural for our outside space! The theme is ‘Everyone is Welcome’ \n\n\nCoach Frank Skateboards 3-4pm – Find out what our indoor skate lessons are all about\, trial the ramps\, pick up new skills and sign up to our weekly sessions.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/the-basement-open-day/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Family,Free,Fun,Kids
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SUMMARY:Teens Silent Disco
DESCRIPTION:End of Open Day Silent Disco – FREE\n6:00-7:30pm Saturday 30 May \nBOOK NOW \n TEENS SILENT DISCO  \nTake back your space\, grab your headphones and get ready to dance the night away at The Basement’s end of Open Day celebration! \nThe adults and families have gone and now it’s time for you to choose your vibe across multiple music channels and watch the room light up with different colours as everyone tunes into their favourite beats. Whether you’re into chart hits\, throwbacks\, or something different – there will be something for everyone! \nPerfect for teens\, this is your chance to dance\, laugh\, and make memories with friends in Helston’s coolest space. \nCost: FREE \nBooking Required: With only 150 headsets available it’s wise to book in advance.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/teens-silent-disco/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free,Fun,Music,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T160000
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SUMMARY:Electric Rock Collective
DESCRIPTION: ELECTRIC ROCK COLLECTIVE  31 May – 9 August\nAges 11-18 | 10 x Sunday Workshops | 12 noon – 4pm\n£50 for the full course – Just £5 per week (Supported by South Kerrier Alliance CIC)\nBOOK HERE\n\n\nWho are the Electric Rock Collective?\n \nImagine as many musicians as possible\, all playing together in perfect sync—big energy\, big sound\, big vibes (think mass rock performances for inspiration!). Now imagine you playing in that collective with friends old and new! Now imagine that you’ve practiced for 10 weeks and now your live on stage at Coronation Park. \nStop imagining and JOIN US… \nWhen: \n\nMay: 31\nJune: 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\nJuly: 5\, 12\, 19\nAugust: 2\, 9\n 12.00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\nCost: £50 for all 10 sessions \nThe grand finale? A live performance at Busk It! on August 16th! \nWhat Happens Over the 10 weeks? \n SESSION 1: Meet The Collective \nFIRST: Get to know everyone through icebreakers and a casual jam session and then learn a song as a whole collective (Electric Orcestra) \nWe’ll figure out who plays what and at what level. \nTHEN: We choose a song YOU want to learn (within your genre—rock\, pop\, indie\, whatever your groove is). We start working on it together and getting the basics down. \nThis is where the magic starts—strangers become bandmates. \n SESSIONS 2 -9: Make It Sound Good \nPRACTICE\, practice\, practice. Get your song tight and performance-ready with guidance and support throughout the day. \nWork on: \n\nPlaying together as a unit\nTiming and dynamics\nBand communication\nMaking it sound polished\n\nIf we nail the song early? Great— we choose another one and keep the momentum going! \n SESSION 10: The Final Push \nFIRST: Final rehearsal to polish your performance. \nAnd then it’s time to… \n BUSK IT!: Show Time (Sunday 16 August) \nFinal rehearsal of the Electric Rock Collective Song (or songs!). \nSound check\, stage setup\, then it’s time to perform your song(s) to parents\, friends\, family and the community. Show them what you’ve accomplished together as a collective! \nFrom “nice to meet you” to “playing live together” in ten fun sessions.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/electric-rock-collective/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Fun,Music,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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