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Kicking off this Saturday 17th Jan, we are introducing live performances during Newent's Saturday Market in partnership with Newent Town Council, starting with the awesome Onika Venus . Every third Saturday of the month, with around 16 stalls and growing, the market offers everything from fresh produce and baked goods to flowers and handmade items. Our programme of performances are designed to enhance the market's shopping experience and bring fresh energy to the town centre, featuring a variety of local talent, from musicians to artists and drama groups, starting with the awesome @onikavenus Help support local artists and performers 🌿 Canopy is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit arts organiser and we’re looking for a Volunteer Social Media Admin. With just 30 mins–1 hr per week, you’ll help share our content, monitor messages, and support the promotion of arts festivals and events across the Forest of Dean. Remote, flexible, and a great way to support local creatives of all ages and abilities. Volunteer Social Media Admin Wanted: Canopy is seeking a volunteer Social Media Admin to support our Marketing Manager & Content Creator. Just 30 mins–1 hr per week, helping share content to local groups, monitor messages and approve or decline posts. Work remotely with flexible hours and help promote arts festivals, workshops, and events supporting local artists, musicians, and performers across the Forest of Dean. Message for details. Free Family Creative Walks in Nature with @forest_of_dean_fe Join us Saturday 3 January, Saturday 7 February, and Saturday 7 March starting at 10:30am at The Glade Trail at Beechenhurst. Walks will include the following creative activities: leaf rubbings, charcoal drawings, painting with natural materials, den exploration, and magic wand making. Walks are free (parking fees do apply) Reserve your spot today 👆🏻 Start your year with a family friendly, creative walk in nature at Beechenhurst in association with Forestry England for children up to 8 years old. Here are the details: Start your year with a family friendly, creative walk in nature at Beechenhurst in association with Forestry England for children up to 8 years old. Here are the details: Coleford absolutely lit up the town at this year’s Lantern Parade ✨ A huge shoutout to everyone who got stuck into the free workshops and helped make the town glow. From willow owls to glowing rabbits – you lot smashed it. What a magical way to kick off the Christmas lights! 🎄🕯️ Last chance to book on the Creative Walk in Nature Dec 8th 10:45 Cyril Hart Arboretum. No artistic experience necessary as you’ll be guided with prompts and demonstrations from skilled leaders. Gentle walks, great company, at one with nature. Come give it a try, book today! Join our next creative walk in nature on Monday 8th at Cyril Hart Arboretum and enjoy a bit of this! 10:45am start. Booking link in bio or on the website £5 suggested donation inclusive of materials. Booking required!