Have you heard the new podcast from @bluemoosedance yet?Laun…

Have you heard the new podcast from @bluemoosedance yet?Launched on Monday, we’re currently tuning in to episode 2 with @rachelthorntonart, Artist & Printmaker In this episode, Sarah, Zanna & Amy sit down with Artist & Printmaker, Rachel Thornton and discuss taking risks, showcasing your work and unveil her newfound skills in weight lifting! Recorded and…

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@freshperspective have taken the opportunity to start a new …

@freshperspective have taken the opportunity to start a new project! Joy in Numbers is dedicated to finding new ways to bring joy to people during lockdown. Today there is a live songwriting workshop with @avagracemusician and @declanvinkmusic The group, made up of 16-25 year olds from the #LakesAndDales would like you to get in touch…

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Today @skiptontownhall home of Craven Museum, will be taking…

Today @skiptontownhall home of Craven Museum, will be taking part in #MuseumFromHome. They will join @bbcarts @museumsassociation and @artfund to celebrate all the amazing museums across the UK. They are asking the community to share their own stories and treasures and throughout the day they will be sharing some of their own objects from home.…

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Today should have been the start of the 2020 @letouryorkshir…

Today should have been the start of the 2020 @letouryorkshire with it heading through our region again in a few days! We are looking forward to seeing it again in the future. In the meantime, are you managing to use your bike on your daily exercise? Or perhaps you’ve taken up new hobbies? Don’t forget…

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While the Covid-19 crises is still so unpredictable and peop…

While the Covid-19 crises is still so unpredictable and people are urged to stay at home we have hit pause on our use of the hashtag #LiveMoreDoMore but this campaign will be back and better than ever in the future. In the meantime, we have put together a handy list of hashtags you or your…

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JUST LAUNCHED KLAXON! From their experience going through Sc…

⚠️JUST LAUNCHED KLAXON!⚠️ From their experience going through School, and all the incredible young people they work with everyday as Blue Moose Dance Company – the @bluemoosedance team know the struggle in finding real life, relevant careers advice…so they have designed this series to support YOU to find out more about Careers in the Arts,…

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Are you committed to creating social or environmental impact…

Are you committed to creating social or environmental impact? Or has your social enterprise been affected by Covid-19? The Lloyds Bank & Bank of Scotland programme has helped almost 2,000 people like you to start up, build & scale social enterprises, charities, community projects and impact-led organisations. This year, they will support a further 260…

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Hello! I’m Chloe of @commskick and I work with Great Place: …

Hello! I’m Chloe of @commskick and I work with Great Place: Lakes and Dales on its communications & social media. Over on my own blog, I recently put together some content ideas for organisations of all sectors and sizes to use during this time. It include tips such as: looking for silver linings, producing ‘how…

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@anartistsinfo The Artists Information Company is offering b…

@anartistsinfo The Artists Information Company is offering bursaries of £500 – £1,500 to help support those whose livelihoods have been impacted by Coronavirus Covid-19. They’ve brought the application process forward for the next round of a-n Bursaries, and are also working with Arts Council England to distribute £300,000 of financial support as part of the…

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Leonie attended our Play,Work,Stay residency and has now set…

Leonie attended our Play,Work,Stay residency and has now set up @we_are_team_nest to support small businesses, creatives and freelancers. The network is helping people come together from across the region and the UK at this time. Head to the account for wise words, offers and support. – – – #teamnest #LakesAndDales #YorkshireCreatives #newideas #freshperspective #covidculture #letscreate…

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The national Young Innovators Awards are for 18–30 year olds…

The national Young Innovators Awards are for 18–30 year olds with a creative and ground-breaking business idea to support them in turning it into reality. Deadlines are coming up (25 April in the North West and 29 April in Yorkshire). Innovate UK part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced a £2.2m Young Innovators…

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We hope the support from Arts Council England (@aceagrams ) …

We hope the support from Arts Council England (@aceagrams ) and other funding opportunities we have been sharing will be able to alleviate some financial concerns for you in the short term and help keep the ball rolling while we all try to figure out how we fit in to this new world. We’ve been…

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“Working with GPLD has been such a great opportunity for me….

“Working with GPLD has been such a great opportunity for me. It has allowed me to pursue my passion for events whilst opening up a range of networking opportunities and collaborations that will help as I further my career.” – @beth_sculpher, GPLD Programme Support Intern ✨ It’s been great to support small projects like Beth’s…

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Want to see what young people in the #LakesAndDales are doin…

Want to see what young people in the #LakesAndDales are doing during lockdown? One way is to follow @freshperspective who are based in the region and are using Instagram to bring young people in the region together. There are no egg hunts for them this Sunday! Join them for a LIVE makeup tutorial from @courtraemua…

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@ellenmacarthurfoundation invites creative practitioners fro…

@ellenmacarthurfoundation invites creative practitioners from all backgrounds and disciplines to apply for their first virtual Artist in Residence (AiR) post, commencing 1st June 2020 and finishing 30th June 2020. Deadline for applications is 17 Aril head to their bio or website for more details – sounds like a really exciting opportunity! (Image @ellenmacarthurfoundation) . .…

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@princestrust has set up a £5million Enterprise Relief Fund …

@princestrust has set up a £5million Enterprise Relief Fund which will offer grants to 18 to 30-year olds across the UK who are self-employed and/or running their own business. In conjunction with cash grants, the initiative will offer one-to-one support and guidance to anyone who needs it and who may be worried about their future.…

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“Future Fixers gives you a structured programme of learning …

“Future Fixers gives you a structured programme of learning and personal development which feels like a step-by-step to launching your own business. It’s been wonderful to learn from the “3 Ps perspective” (people, profit, planet) to see how sustainable businesses can and do create an incredible impact in the world.” – Harriet Wills – Participant,…

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From @wordsworthgrasmere today on what is the poet’s 250th b…

From @wordsworthgrasmere today on what is the poet’s 250th birthday: “Here in Grasmere, just over 200 years ago, William Wordsworth wrote ground-breaking poetry that he hoped would ‘live and do good’. In what ways does his poetry ‘live and do good’ today? Wordsworth calls for us to reconnect with nature. For Wordsworth, our true selves…

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We’re currently tuned in to BBC Front Row to hear @wordswor…

We’re currently tuned in to BBC Front Row to hear @wordsworthgrasmere Director on Wordsworth’s ongoing legacy ahead of his 250th birthday tomorrow. Follow them for exciting virtual celebrations! We are so proud the wonderful slice of history that is Dove Cottage plus the museum and gardens, is part of our region and we can’t wait…

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