Stroud gears up! Nature work, printmaking, cinema, and council meetings. Valentine’s options abound.
You can help maintain a local nature spot, learn printmaking, or go to a political discussion. There is also an early film festival event happening. Stroud has many interesting things happening this week.
Stroud Valleys Project seeks volunteers to help them maintain a local area. Join them on Tuesday if you have time. They are cutting back overgrown plants, which keeps paths accessible.
Learn woodblock printing with Charlie Ash during a six-week course in Uley. Ash teaches wood preparation and carving. You’ll create your own unique woodblock and then print a small edition.
Attend Stroud District Council’s meeting at Ebley Mill, where they will discuss priorities for the next four years. This event is good if you enjoy hearing differing opinions.
Mark Thomas performs at the Sub Rooms; he once held a world record for protesting. Expect swearing during his comedy show, as he has had a varied career.
Alice Lowe’s film, “Timestalker,” screens at Brunel Goods Shed. It is a romantic comedy horror movie followed by a question and answer session. This is an early Stroud Film Festival event.
Francesca Shore leads a self-awareness retreat at Warrior and Warrior & Wild Yoga Studio. It includes sound healing and meditation. Enjoy hot chocolate during this event.
The Museum in the Park has a new exhibit that is part of the Green Pledge project. The project explores environmental records and aims to inspire climate action.
Tewkesbury Abbey promotes peace through art. See paper doves with messages of love. The abbey also features a sound and light show at sunset.