Community Open Meeting
Festival Exhibition Winners 2024
The local art, craft, and photographic exhibition showcased a remarkable variety of 50 entries, capturing the creative spirit of the community.
The event was a vibrant celebration of talent, with over 125 attendees participating in the voting process to select their preferred exhibits. In parallel, the culinary skills of the participants shone through in the Bake-off. A delicious success that featured an array of delectable treats across three categories.
The event was not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds, as the fortunate visitors had the unique opportunity to sample the array of cakes and biscuits entered into the competition, making it a truly immersive experience.
This event highlights the importance of community engagement and the joy that shared artistic and culinary endeavours can bring.
Wednesday 3rd July 2024 Crosspool Festival Art, Craft & Photography Awards
Certificates and Prizes provided by Tom of Cocker and Carr
BAKE OFF
CHILDREN’S Category Name                  Â
- Runner-up                         Grace & Maggie Hale  Â
- Winner                        The Old School House Nursery Class                  Â
SIGNATURE Category            Name - Runner-up                        Wendy Bradley for her Amaretto Sour Traybake
- Winner                        Paula Stacey for her Pineapple & Coconut Cake             TECHNICAL BAKE Category       NameÂ
- Runner-up Over                Sally Turnbull for her Raspberry Jam Swiss roll  Â
- Winner Over                   Alice Curren for her Chocolate Orange Swiss roll          Â
 ART Category                            Name                         Title of Entry - Runner-up Under 16s                    Thomas Hickin                       Yellow Pepper Â
- Winner Under 16s                           Heha Chonkar       Portrait of an Elderly Woman
- Runner-up Over 16                          Mary Milner               Hare in the Meadow  Â
- Winner Over 16s                           Chris Ellis              Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
CRAFT Craft Category - Under 16s                                           no entries              Â
- Runner-up Over 16s         –         Pauline Crawley   –   Quilted Backpack       Â
- Winner Over 16s          –             Amy Barrettr   –       Felted Fungi FunÂ
 PHOTOGRAPHY Category - Under 16s no entries
- Runner-up Over 16        –          Louise Cousins      –      Cecil the dog.
- Winner Over 16s              –         John Ferretti      –    Passing Through. (Venice scene)
Crosspool Festival Concert
Set to take place at the Stephen Hill Church, this Saturday 6th July 7.30pm, the Crosspool Festival Concert promises to be a delightful evening of music and community spirit.
The event will feature an array of talented performers including the Majesty Gospel Choir, known for their uplifting and powerful vocal performances. Fretworks will bring a touch of stringed sophistication to the evening, while Jean and Lee Eyre are expected to enchant with their harmonious duets. Paul Gilbert’s presence hints at a repertoire of engaging melodies, and the trio of Tony Prescott, Bob and Margaret Townrow will undoubtedly add to the diverse musical tapestry of the night.
This concert is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy live music, and celebrate the local talent that Crosspool has to offer.
Festival Art and Craft Demonstrations
Art and Craft Demonstrations and Exhibition at Crosspool Festival 2024.
Come along to St Columba Church and see and chat with local residents who will be displaying their impressive skills at the Crosspool Festival Exhibition.
Tuesday, July 2nd.Morning.
Chris Ellis will be doing some painting.
Andrew Robinson will be doing origami.
Afternoon. Mavis Roadhouse will be lace-making.
Sylvia Hartley will be doing some clay crafts.
Wednesday, July 3rd
Morning Judith Hanson will be doing some embroidery
Lesley Churton will be doing woodturning
Afternoon Rosalie Hoyland will be ‘doodling for fun’
Lesley Churton will continue her woodturning
4pm to 6pm. Andrew Robinson will be doing origami.
Art, Craft and Photography Exhibition.
Also, on display on Tuesday and Wednesday, there will be scores of paintings, crafts and photographs from local people for you to admire; and you will be able to vote for your favourites; with the winners receiving a prize sponsored by Cocker and Carr EstateAgents.
Winners will be announced and prizes awarded on Wednesday 3rd July at 6:30pm at St. Columba
CONCERT RECITAL CANCELLED
It is with the greatest regret that due to unforeseen family responsibilities and crises of varying gravity, rendering the lineup unviable, Viva Voce is having to CANCEL their concert-recital UNDER PARISIAN SKIES scheduled for Stephen Hill Methodist this coming Saturday evening as part of the Crosspool festival.
Crosspool Festival 2024 Art, Craft, Photography Exhibition
2024 Crosspool Festival
Art, Craft, Photography Exhibition,
Demonstrations and Awards.
Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd July.
MIDDAY this FRIDAY 28th JUNE is the Closing Date for entries into Crosspool Festival’s popular two-day exhibition for the people of Crosspool to showcase their creativity in the areas of Art, Craft, and Photography.
Anyone who lives, works, worships, volunteers, visits, shops, or goes to school in the Crosspool area can enter and have their submission exhibited. There will be a chance also to win some prizes, which are sponsored by Cocker & Carr Estate Agents.
During the two days, there will also be demonstrations by local residents on watercolour painting, wood turning, origami and lace making.
There is no theme to follow, just show us what you can create. You can enter as many of the categories as you want, but no more than two entries per category.Â
All visitors to the exhibition will be able to vote for their favourites entries in both the under 16s and over 16s categories.After the exhibition, Cocker & Carr will then put on a window display for some of the entries.
How to enter.
Art and Craft Creations.
This is open to
- Under 16s
- Everyone over 16 years.
You can submit up to two creations that you have made yourself.
You must include a card that gives details of
- Your name
- Age category
- Your contact email and phone number.
Entries can be dropped off at Cocker & Carr Estate Agents.
The deadline for submissions is midday this Friday, 28th June.
Photography
This is open to
- Under 16s
- Everyone over 16 years.
You can submit a maximum of two images and the prints can be any size from A5 up to A3. They can be print only or be mounted or framed.
On the back, you must state
- Your name
- Age category
- Your contact email and phone number
- A title for your photo.
Entries can be dropped off at Cocker & Carr Estate Agents.
The deadline for submissions is midday this Friday, 28th June.
Collection of your exhibits.
You can take home your work on Wednesday 3rd July from 6:30 to 7pm or by special arrangements made via emailing the contact details below.
For further information on all the categories, contact crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com.
VIVA VOCE CHAMBER CHOIR
As part of the Crosspool Festival celebrations The VIVA VOCE CHAMBER CHOIR, renowned for its polished performances and diverse repertoire, invites you to a unique musical experience titled “Under Parisian Skies – A Charade of Chansons,”.
A splendidly eclectic Summer Soiree Concert-Recital
Stephen Hill Methodist Church – Saturday, June 29th. 7.30pm
Tickets: £10, Students £5, Under 16’s free – Tickets on the door (cash)
Further programme information their website vivavoce.org.uk and on the EVENTS page.
This event not only demonstrates the choir’s talent but also extends a warm invitation to singers seeking a new and fulfilling challenge to join their ranks. an excellent opportunity for those who have stepped away from singing or are searching for a musically rewarding change to witness the choir’s passion and skill first-hand. For more details on the choir’s history, past events, and future engagements, interested individuals can visit their official website or explore their past events.
Carers Week 2024: Putting Carers on the Map
Carers Week is a national campaign held annually to raise awareness of caring and to recognise the huge contribution carers make to millions of families and communities in the UK. It also highlights the support carers receive in their own communities and Crosspool is a wonderful example of this.
As well as special events for the NHS and employers, there’s a full week of activities for carers, starting with Songs of Praise this Sunday where you’ll hear some of our carers’ stories as they’re filmed on a regular walk at Whirlow.
You can find more information about Carers Week on the Sheffield Carers Centre website:
The June Carers café will take place earlier in the month than usual on Monday 17th at 10.30am at Stephen Hill Methodist Church when we’ll be able to catch up with each other and plan some summer meetings.
Please come and join us and if you know someone- a friend or neighbour- who is a carer or former carer, bring them too.
For more information, contact Jan Outram at jan@sheffieldcarerscentre.org.uk tel: 0114 278 8942 or Briony Broome at briony.broome@hotmail.co.uk mobile:07801532954
Crosspool Festival Exhibition
2024 Crosspool Festival Art, Craft, Photography Exhibition,
Demonstrations and Awards. Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd July.
It’s time to enter the Crosspool Festival’s popular two-day exhibition for the people of
Crosspool to showcase their creativity in the areas of Art, Craft, and Photography.
The Crosspool Festival exhibition is a vibrant display of local creativity, featuring art, craft, and photography with a variety of demonstrations, culminating with awards recognizing the outstanding talents of participants. It’s the perfect opportunity for community members to engage with fellow local artists and creators.
Anyone who lives, works, worships, volunteers, visits, shops, or goes to school in
Crosspool area can enter and have their submission exhibited. There will be a chance also
to win some prizes, which are sponsored by local estate agents, “Cocker and Carr”.
During the two days, there will also be demonstrations by local residents on water-colour
painting, wood turning, origami and lace making.
There is no theme to follow, just show us what you can create. You can enter as many of
the categories as you want, but no more than two entries per category.
All visitors to the exhibition will be able to vote for their favourite entries in both the under
16s and over 16s categories.
After the exhibition, “Cocker and Carr” will then be put on a window display for some of the entries.
How to Enter.
Art and Craft Creations.
This is open to two categories, Under 16s and everyone over 16 years old.
You can submit up to two creations that you have made yourself.
You must include a card that gives details of
• Your name
• Age category
• Your contact email and phone number.
From Monday 10th June, you can drop off your entries at Cocker and Carr Estate Agents.
The closing date is midday on Friday 28th June.
Photography:
This is open to two categories, Under 16s and everyone over 16 years old..
You can submit a maximum of two images and the prints can be any size from A5 up to
A3. They can be printed only or be mounted or framed.
On the back you must state;
• Your name
• Age category
• Your contact email and phone number
• A title for your photo.
From Monday 10th June, you can drop off your entries at local estate agents “Cocker and Carr”.
The closing date is midday on Friday 28th June.
Collection of your exhibits.
You can take home your work on Wednesday 3rd July from 6:30 to 7pm or by special
arrangements made via emailing the contact details below.
For further information on all the categories, contact crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com
Festival Concert 2024
Bob Townrow is seeking out talented local performers who are eager to participate in a highly anticipated event—the Crosspool Festival Concert at Stephen Hill Church.
The concert is scheduled to take place on the evening of Saturday, 6th July.
This is an excellent opportunity for musicians, singers, and other performers to show their skills and entertain the audience in a vibrant community setting.
If you or someone you know is passionate about music and performance, this event could be the perfect platform to exhibit your talent and connect with our local community.
Please let Bob know by 6th June if you would like to take part.
Tele: 0114 2301098
Email: towniesrm@talktalk.net
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