Made With Many

Introducing Time To... Over the last couple of years, something quite remarkable has been happening across Corby. Older people became artists, in community centres, the library and numerous residential care homes. There was dancing, crafting, singing and writing. New friendships were made and old friends learnt something new about each other. There was lots of chat, laughter and most importantly, a bucket load of creativity. Time To… was created by residents of Corby aged over 65 with Linzi Bright, Tina…

Introducing Connecting Corby In October 2019 three new community art groups popped up in Corby, each group welcomed people of all ages and backgrounds to meet together and create. From the very beginning sessions were an opportunity to meet neighbours and reconnect with the local community. Every week those taking part had the opportunity to try new techniques; printing, felting, batik amongst dozens more, all guided by a local artist. Connecting Corby was created by groups in Stephenson Way Community…

Watch A Show There are fantastic archives and live streams online just waiting to be discovered, and some innovative new work being made in response to COVID safety measures...so why not check them out? (Updated 16th  November 2020) Stamford Arts Centre have a whole host of online programming for you to enjoy on their facebook and YouTube channels. Pay what you can (from only £1!) to watch online the archive recording of the ground-breaking, Olivier Award winning, West End transfer of…

Enjoy a Story If you're tired of the news, enjoy the ultimate escapism of reading or listening to a book. Just close your eyes and imagine you're elsewhere...watching the story unfold in your imagination. (Updated 5th  November 2020) Interested in true local stories? Read Mike Ingram's forensic look at the most famous Northamptonshire conspiracy, The Gunpowder Plot in the Nene Quirer. Storyline Online hosts a treasure trove of videos of children's books being read by celebrated actors for children, parents, caregivers and educators to…

Join a local group or connect with local artists Enjoy the work of local artists remotely, or take part in some online taster sessions - you might like it enough to go in real life when venues are reopened! (Updated 16th November 2020) Wellingborough Cooperative Amateur Dramatic Society (WCADS) have started holding weekly virtual play readings, quizzes and social get-togethers - join them online for some theatre and to make new friends. Corby Photographic Club have a full Zoom programme until the…

Get moving, stay mindful and create joy You might not be able to socialise as much as you'd like, but don't let that stop you trying these feelgood activities.  (Updated 11th  November 2020) If you love spending time outdoors, try a photography walk! Wrap up warm and get your sturdy shoes on, then get snapping with your phone or camera! Check out the Northamptonshire Walks website for loads of ideas of where to walk in the county and when you…

Keep your brain active with creating, making and learning If you're not able to attend your usual groups or the children are home from school, try these activities to get your brain in gear. (Updated 16th  November 2020) The Phoenix in Leicester have a great range of  'At Home' downloadable creative activities for kids, plus games and online projects for adults too, to keep you all busy at home during the lockdown. My Sensory Adventures is a new digital project from our…