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Multi-sensory storytelling workshop with Kirsty Tallent at Stowmarket Library

This event is part of Blank Page: Winter Programme.

Thu 21 Dec 2023 , 10:00 – 15:00 Stowmarket Library Free entry Booking required

Join our Storyteller in Residence Kirsty Tallent for this creative workshop for 10-16 year olds at Stowmarket Library, as part of the Blank Page project! Create your own Snow Story Box to take home for the holidays.

Workshop includes a free lunch, drinks, snacks and festive hot chocolate, plus other goodies!

About the workshop:

Explore the fun of sensory storytelling and create your very own Snow Story Box! Learn how to make a big story in a tiny box that you can touch, taste and smell to take home for the holidays.

About Kirsty Tallent:

Kirsty (she/her) is a multi-sensory theatre maker and facilitator born and bred in Ipswich. Kirsty specialises in creating accessible work which is enjoyable and accessible for young people with disabilities and additional needs. Kirsty is currently working with Suffolk Libraries as our Storyteller in Residence.

About Blank Page:

The Blank Page project is an exciting new programme providing free high-quality creative activities for young people, run by local artists in libraries during the school holidays. Funded by the Department for Education’s Holiday Activity Fund.

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