Featured Events in Bangor in April 2025 (April Updated)

GALLERY WALK & TALK KELPRA: Artists & Printmakers 2 - Spotlight on Joe Tilson Following on from last year’s highly successful prints exhibition “Kelpra: Artists and Printmakers” at the Ulster Museum, Seacourt Print Workshop is hosting an exhibition and Walk & Talk sessions focusing on the screenprints of the renowned British artist, Joe Tilson (1928-2023). Tilson is widely recognised and respected for his work in wood, sculpture, painting and printmaking and as an artist strongly associated with the beginnings of the British Pop Art movement in the early 1960s. His practice and artworks evolved over the subsequent decades to include exploring fundamental themes, including political engagement, the environment, ancient cultures and traditions. Our gallery Walk & Talk sessions will focus on two main areas:- 1 The genesis of fine art printmaking in the United Kingdom particularly the key role of the ICA and the Kelpra Studio, London 2 Joe Tilson’s development as a printmaking artist and the various key themes he explored in his prints. This will include providing background information about a number of the screenprints in the exhibition. The Walk & Talk sessions are aimed at school students studying Art as a subject, students in FE, artists, printmakers and others with an interest in printmaking and art in general. Information Source: Seacourt Print Workshop | eventbrite

The BWNL Finals Day is an action-packed event showcasing the best of Welsh basketball. Starting at 9am with a kids camp followed by 4 games all between 2 courts, there’s plenty of jam packed action to enjoy throughout the day. With court views from the bleachers and the balcony which covers both courts, you can make sure to follow along the day's action throughout. Kids Camp - 9:00am - 11:30am (Separate Booking Link : https://basketballwales.sport80.com/public/wizard/e/187) Plate Game - 11:15am Women's Game - 1:45pm Shield Game - 12:30pm Cup Game - 4:00pm There will be half time shows, live music with ShaqSoul, Hoopin'N'Lootin selling vintage jerseys and apparel, and much more! The whole day will also be live streamed with commentators. Information Source: Basketball Wales National League | eventbrite

Dates & Times: Bangor University, Treborth – 5th and 12th April 2025 9am-4pm both days Phone: 07795616579 Email: thoare@wru.wales WRU Coaching Youths (12+) and Adults Course for Female Coaches only Qualification: WRU Level 1Course Cost: £120WRU LEVEL 1 Aims The course provides coaches with an introduction to the game of rugby union and the principles and practice of safe, ethical and effective management and coaching of players of all ages. The course qualifies the coach to act as an assistant to a more qualified coach. The Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union aims to develop a coach's ‘How to Coach’ skills as well as improve their 'What to coach Skills'. The course includes the IRB Rugby Ready course.The course is a modular course made up of the following units: Unit 1- Introduction to Safe and Ethical Rugby Union The role of the coachWorking with ChildrenBasic Laws of the GameHealth and SafetyUnit 2 – Plan Rugby Union Coaching Sessions Planning for Delivery of Coaching SessionsUnit 3 - Deliver Rugby Union Coaching Sessions Principles of Warm up and Cool DownSkill Development (Generic and position specific skills)Communication SkillsObservation of Performance(All units are mandatory and unit certification is available) Entry Requirements: Minimum Age 18 Course Arrangements / Outline The course is 21hrs in duration (16hrs on course, 5hrs home study)The course is a competence based course and involves on-course appraisalThe course involves both classroom and outdoor practical sessions. Coaches are expected to participate fully in all activitiesLunch and refreshments will be provided on all courses Information Source: Welsh Rugby Union | eventbrite

Do you love Emily Henry?!? Then join The Briar Patch for a Midnight Release Party for her newest book, GREAT BIG BEAUTIFUL LIFE. The party starts at 11pm on Monday, April 21 and will include light refreshments, activities, trivia and giveaways. PLUS! We're also having a Romance Novel Swap! Bring a copy of a favorite romance novel for a speed swap event where you'll find another attendee to take the novel home! You don’t want to miss this! This is a ticketed event. The $35 admission includes a SIGNED copy of Great Big Beautiful Life (which you get at midnight!) and an admission fee. 11pm - Doors open. Entrants enjoy light refreshments. Activities + Romance Novel Swap 11:30pm - Emily Henry Trivia 11:50pm - Giveaways 12am - Books! 12:30am - Event ends. Drive safely! Information Source: The Briar Patch | eventbrite

Join us for an insightful presentation by Aotearoa/New Zealand artist and researcher Mark Harvey (Ngāuruahine, Pākehā). In this lecture, Mark will delve into his recent arts practice, exploring themes such as: Art/Live ArtActivismEcologyConnecting People and CommunitiesHe will discuss these topics in relation to Māori and European notions of productive idiocy, aiming towards a politics of inclusion, environmental health, and fun. About Mark HarveyDr. Mark Harvey (Ngāruahine iwi and Pākehā) is a renowned New Zealand/Aotearoa-based artist and social researcher. His work focuses on: Social JusticeEcology and the EnvironmentMātauranga Māori (Māori Knowledge)Te Tiriti (Treaty-based Settler-Indigenous Relations)Mark's art practice includes performance, social approaches, public participation, activism, productive idiocy, video, and curation. He has showcased his work at prestigious venues such as the Venice Biennale, ANTI Festival (Finland), City Gallery (New Zealand Festival of the Arts), Live Works (Sydney), and The Physics Room (Christchurch). As a Senior Lecturer at Te Putahi Mātauranga (Arts and Education in Creative Practices), The University of Auckland, Mark teaches across various sections including Live Art performance, visual arts, environment, and settler-Indigenous relations. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Mark Harvey's thought-provoking work and insights! Information Source: Bangor University | eventbrite