More to do this month at Aunty Social✨
With spring well on its way, here are some of the wonderful things we have going on at Aunty Social. We would love for you to join us!
LGBT+ History Month💕
This February, we've got the perfect programme of events and workshops for you to celebrate, discuss, learn about and reflect on the rich histories of our LGBTQIA+ communities.
The Green Man at Lightpool
The Green Man is a new work for Lightpool Festival produced by Blackpool-based community arts organisation Aunty Social, constructed entirely out of household plastic waste and litter collected from Blackpool’s beaches.
Job Vacancy: Seasonal Sales Assistant
Aunty Social is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to join our small team over the Christmas period. We’re offering a role that will allow you to use your own initiative, interact with art lovers and promote local talent in a fun and creative environment. You’ll carry out reta
What’s on this Autumn
Find out more about our Lightpool installation, our return visit to Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair and all the goings on at 28 Topping Street
🎥 What’s on at Blackpool Film Festival 2024
Capturing young and local talent, premiering leading ladies, and showcasing Blackpool’s heritage, art and queer culture, Blackpool Film Festival announces its full programme for 2024.
Aunty Social returns to the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair
We’re heading to the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair at Victoria Baths in Manchester from 17-20 October 2024 to tell craft lovers All about aunty social and to showcase 3 Fylde Coast artists. Meet the Artists There’s a wealth of creative talent on the Fylde Coast and we’re proud to int
BFI Film Academy applications are now OPEN!
BFI Film Academy Blackpool applications are now OPEN! We are looking for 10 young filmmakers and film fans aged 16-19 to take part in our BFI Film Academy 2024/25. This project will cover practical filmmaking skills, film theory, programming, distribution and certification.
Photo Exhibition: DJ Kool Herc in Blackpool
Legendary DJ Kool Herc’s mastery at the turntables and positive contributions to the evolution of Hip-Hop culture are know worldwide. Blackpool photographer Henry Iddon’s images capture the time the Founder of Hip-Hop came to Blackpool in October 2000.
Support Blackpool Film Festival’s Crowdfunder
The BFF team are busy behind the scenes working to make this year’s Blackpool Film Festival the best yet, but to do that, they need your help. BFF are looking to raise £1000 by the end of September to help fund competition prizes, hire equipment, and support our volunteers. Competition 2024 sees
