Hexthorpe Learning For Life Week
Programme at the Balby Bridge Workshop Space
If you’re aged 16+ and want to get involved in a range of fun activities that will help you develop new skills, spark your curiosity and increase your chances of becoming employed or starting / changing a career path – then please get involved for free!
Wednesday 15th October
What: Zine Machine Workshop with Surfing Sofas
When: Wednesday 15th October 10:30am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where: Right Up Our Street, 42 Saint James Street Doncaster DN1 3BB
Who for: Anyone aged 16+
Booking: via link: https://tinyurl.com/ye2mwn77
Cost: Free
Session details: Join us for a creative session where you can learn how to make your own zines with the talented Surfing Sofas. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination 🌟 connect with other young people and get to hear the artist talk about their own art journey. A relaxed space to make art and widen your view of art. See you there!
Why Join?
Try out new textile and design skills in a supportive, fun setting.
Find out how fashion can have a positive impact on people and the planet.
Learn about different roles in fashion—from making and styling to running a sustainable business.
Meet people, ask questions, and pick up information about further workshops, training, and volunteering opportunities.
Thursday 16th October
What: Roots to Renewal Workshop
When: Thursday 16 October 10am-1pm
Where: Right Up Our Street Shop Space, 48 St James Street, Balby Bridge, Doncaster
Who for: anyone aged 16+
Book at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1731711980149
Cost: Free
Session details:
Are you curious about sustainable fashion and making a difference? Join us for our Roots to Renewal workshop—a friendly, hands-on introduction to upcycling and creative design! Discover real-life project examples, try eco-printing, create nature-inspired designs, and gain access to resources to carry on at home. Whether you’re new or experienced, everyone’s welcome—come along and get inspired!
What's included?
Get free resources and patterns to try out at home.
Take part in two hands-on activities:
Eco-Printing & Upcycling: Learn to work with foraged natural materials and create your own patterns on textiles.
Nature-Inspired Design: Have a go at fashion illustration and making mood boards, using colours and shapes from the outdoors.
Thursday 16th October
What: Cardboard Building Workshop
When: Date & Time: 16th October 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Where: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/t-glxlmrq
Description: This workshop/drop in session gives you everything you need to literally build what you can imagine. Sacha will guide you to get going and help where needed but you are free to build your sculpture using the super simple, large scale cardboard kit.
This workshop is free and everything is provided.
Drop in and see what it's about!
Friday 17th October
What: Self-portrait Photography Workshop with Chandni and Right up our street
When: Date & Time: 17th October 2pm- 4pm
Where: Venue: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: Visit Self-Portrait Studio with Chandni at Balby Bridge Workshop Space | RUOS event tickets from TicketSource to book
Description: Self-portrait photography workshop helping participants explore identity, confidence, and creativity.