SEED talks: Box Art with Robert Lee
Robert Lee, an artist specialising in the particular field of Box Art, has agreed to join us to talk through his work, inspiration and the phenomenon and origins of this art form.
Please register for a free ticket.

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DISCUSS & DO present "Get to the top of Google"
This will be part of the Discuss & Do series of events which brings together all sorts of businesses, creative businesses and the arts.
Presented by Jon Payne, founder of Noisy Little Monkey Ltd.

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"Who is the Artist" for Friends of the Black Swan
This is an event arranged specifically for Friends and Volunteers as a Thank You for all their support. Amongst other things, guest speaker, David Chandler, will give a talk on “Who is the Artist” set amongst the Open Competition Exhibition.

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SEED talks: Ceramics with Sarah Pearch
Sara Pearch, a potter with over 25 years experience, has kindly agreed to join SEED to host a talk about her work, inspiration and the unique skills she has gathered from her travels around the globe. A selection of Sara’s pottery will be available for sale throughout the evening.

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Art Jumble Sale at Black Swan Arts
Planning a good clearout of your studio or glory hole? Fed-up with your PHD's (Projects Half Done!) and your UFO's (UnFinished Objects!)?

Please consider helping us by organising your projects ready for some serious creativity and donate what you no longer want to our Art Jumble Sale.

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Black Swan Arts AGM
The Annual General Meeting of the Black Swan Guild - the charity which run Black Swan Arts - will take place on Monday 14th November at 6pm in the Roundtower.

The meeting will be told of the challenges faced this year following the loss of public funding, the actions which had to be taken and the on-going viability of the organisation which has now been achieved.
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Upping Project's Success at Frome Carnival 2011
Congratulations and thank you to everyone who contributed to Black Swan Arts' entry into this years Frome Children's Carnival. The shimmering silver swan was proudly paraded in the procession by its costumed creators and won 2 prizes. The Swan came 2nd in its class and won the cup for the best Under 16s Walking Entry. The swan was created by children over the summer during 3 days of free workshops. The workshops were sponsored by Frome Town Council and SPAEDA. The winners of the 2 competitions to guess the name of the swan and the number of crisp packets used will be announced next time.
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Divas Acoustic Café
Relax with fantastic food, drink and live music at Diva's Acoustic Cafe.

Free event!
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Frome Story Circle
A new programme of performances and workshops from Frome Story Circle will be launched on Wednesday, September 7.

The first event will be held at the Round Tower, Black Swan Arts Centre, in Bridge Street, Frome from 8pm until 10pm.

Tickets cost £3 on the door with £1 concessions.
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Frome Festival events at Black Swan Arts
This year, there are many exciting events taking place at Black Swan Arts during the Frome Festival. They are listed here and in the Festival brochure Also, ALL WEEK in the Roundtower Frome.TV are on-location, check them out!
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Bring your Memories to Life with Openstorytellers
New residents at Black Swan Arts, Openstorytellers invite you to think about your own stories, about your friends and family, and then 'Bring your memories to life'.
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Balloon debate on four paintings. National Treasures??
Four enthusiasts defend their choices and you make the final decision. Part panel game, part debate, devised and presented by David Chandler.


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Henry Spencer's Jazz Quartet
Henry Spencer returns to Divas Café with his Jazz Quartet, for a fabulous evening of Jazz standards and some stylish improvisation thrown in for good measure.

Free event!
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Gallery Talks by Day Bowman
Gallery talk about Urban Wastelands from Day Bowman. £3 and free for Friends of Black Swan Arts
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Hugo Walker
New to Frome Festival is Hugo Walker, a young man with a voice like silk sings in the Coutyard at Divas Cafe (inside if wet)

Free event!
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Transglobal Underground plus A Gathering of Strangers
Transglobal Underground is a London-based multi-musical collective, well known for their flamboyant live shows.
Tickets on sale from Cheese and Grain box office.
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Art Car Boot
Another fantastic Black Swan Art Car Boot. Over 50 artists will be selling ceramics, prints, paintings, textiles, jewellery and more. Come and meet the makers face to face, and buy direct without commission.

Free event!
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Mary La Trobe-Bateman Gallery Talk
Mary La Trobe-Bateman, curator of SMILE, leads two talks about the ideas behind the curation of SMILE and her choice of exhibitors that present the rich creative practice existing in the UK today.
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Mary La Trobe-Bateman Gallery Talk
Mary La Trobe-Bateman, curator of SMILE, leads two talks about the ideas behind the curation of SMILE and her choice of exhibitors that present the rich creative practice existing in the UK today.
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Mediterranean Wine Tasting Evening
Come along for an evening of delicious wine and canapés, with Great Western Wine.
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Robert Race Gallery Talk
Robert has been a maker for over 30 years, aiming to create things that move in simple but interesting ways. Come along and learn more about Robert's works in which he uses recycled materials.
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Valentine's Chocolate Box Workshop
During this very special evening, participants will take part in two sessions: one to make a personalised origami box and customised menu card, and another to create and decorate 9 handmade chocolates and truffles.
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Late-night Opening
On Friday 17th December, Black Swan Arts will be open until 8pm, with a late-night shopping evening.
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Public Debate
7.30pm - 9pm, in Divas Café

A debate held around the issues raised by the current work of Leslie Glenn Damhus.
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Fundraising evening for Able Child Africa
An unmissable fundraising evening singer/songwriting talent.
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Christmas Art Car Boot
After the brilliant success of the summer Art Car Boot, here comes the Christmas Art Car Boot.
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Divas Acoustic Café
The newest Acoustic Café to take Frome by storm.
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Pre-Christmas Shopping Evening
You are all invited to a special pre-Christmas Shopping Evening at Black Swan Shop.

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Divas Acoustic Café
The fantastic acoustic session at Divas held on every 3rd Sunday of the month continues.

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Masked Ball Fundraiser
Saturday 30th October

A Black Swan Arts fundraiser at Rook Lane Chapel, Saturday October 30th, 8pm. All guests will be welcomed at the door with a complimentary glass of bubbly. It is recommended to buy your tickets early as this promises to be a sell-out.
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Artist Talk with Kitty Hiller
Thursday 23rd September

Reveal Emerging Artist Award conversation with Kitty Hillier, Jon England and Laura Rouse
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HapticArt demos
Throughout Somerset Arts Week

HapticArt Artists demonstrate in gallery
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