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YDF26 is here 🎉…well this Saturday it is!
Join us for a day of free workshops, performances & exhibitions celebrating 10 years of young creativity.

📍 Oldham Library
📅 Saturday 28 March
⏰ 11–3pm

Family-friendly. Open to all.
Book your free ticket via the link in bio

Ever been curious about local archives and the stories they can tell? FREE workshops for young people at Royton Library starting Saturday 7th March! Book free tickets here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/digital-saturdays-at-royton-library-tickets-1983947376008

Manchester Life
By Phoebe McSweeny and CAN

The film Manchester Life was made in partnership with CAN, Community Arts North West with artists Phoebe Mcsweeney, Godfrey Pambalipe, Michelle Odogu, George Jenkins 
And Basirat Ajanaku.

Phoebe is a Liverpool-based theatre maker, facilitator, and activist passionate about creativity and its importance to community empowerment and meaningful social change.
 
In the autumn of 2024, Phoebe worked with 35 CAN Young Artists aged 11 – 18. The project explored how young people with roots in Afghanistan, Kuwait, Syria, Pakistan, Libya, Kurdistan, Jordan, Tunisia, Iran, Turkey, Iraq, Georgia, Palestine, and Ghana had settled in Manchester and connected to the city. 
 
Audio recording producer Basirat Ajanaku recorded the voices of the group. The audio is featured in the powerful and celebratory short film. The film included visual art and music from the group, which they developed with musician and storyteller Godfrey Pambalipe. George Jenkins did the post-production on the film. The project was produced by Michelle Odogu, CAN’s Creative Producer for Children and Young People. 
 
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Come and enjoy this thought-provoking artwork!

TODAY 22nd March
History and Heritage Digifest
11am - 3pm
Find us at Oldham Library

Are you as excited as we are? We can’t wait to launch our Digifest this Saturday with activities and artwork from artists based across the North West.

This year we have been exploring history and heritage, so please come and share in the celebration of our individual history and heritage as well as Oldham’s!

In ‘An Aspirational Dream’ we beautifully intertwine theatre, drama skills, and dynamic dance movements to create a vivid narrative that reflects the individuality of each student.

During the project, our focus was to showcase their unique experiences and future ambitions, allowing them to express themselves freely.
This approach not only highlights their personal journeys but emphasizes the importance of young people’s aspirations, encouraging them to always dream big and pursue their goals with confidence and creativity.

The film serves as a celebration of their talents and a powerful reminder that their dreams are achievable and possible.

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Come and enjoy this thought-provoking artwork!

TODAY 22nd March
History and Heritage Digifest
11am - 3pm
Find us at Oldham Library

Are you as excited as we are? We can’t wait to launch our Digifest this Saturday with activities and artwork from artists based across the North West.

This year we have been exploring history and heritage, so please come and share in the celebration of our individual history and heritage as well as Oldham’s!