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SUMMARY:Illuminate Festival Pass 2026
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled to run from 7-20 February 2026\, the festival features live performances\, film screenings and speaker events\, as well as creative and wellbeing workshops more than 40 events in total at venues across town.\nAn adult festival pass offers unbeatable value\, granting access to a range of diverse experiences including cinema screenings\, live performances and our speakers programme. Enjoy seamless entry\, exclusive content and the flexibility to explore various events. It’s perfect for cultural enthusiasts\, fostering creativity\, entertainment and learning all in one convenient\, cost-effective package. Valid for one adult 7th to 20th February 2026. Ts&Cs apply – please see booking confirmation. We recommend booking a (free) ticket for events that are likely to be oversubscribed. Booking is essential for wellness and workshop events where ticket numbers are capped and/or registration details are required for health and safety reasons. The organisers reserve the right to cancel or change events. \n\n\n\nAll events must be booked in order to guarantee your access to the eventFrom Sat 7 Feb 2026\, 9:00AM to Fri 20 Feb 2026\, 10:00PM
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/illuminate-festival-pass-2026/
LOCATION:All over town\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, LA6 2AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conversations,Family,Film,Heritage,Performance,Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251228T130253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T115242Z
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SUMMARY:Lime in our built environment with Andrew Bodenham
DESCRIPTION:10.00am-12.00pm. Presentation: a traveller’s guide to understanding the role of lime in traditional buildings\, its use in mortars\, renders\, plasters and limewashes\, historical production in the locality\, how traditional mortars work\, why modern materials can cause problems in old buildings\, embracing the lime lifestyle\, sources of further information. \n12.00pm-1.30pm. Demonstration: Introduction to lime in various forms\, health and safety issues\, the importance of sand\, mixing mortars\, preparing walls for pointing and rendering\, applying and finishing pointing\, preparation and aftercare. \nThe practical demonstration in the churchyard will take place on grassed areas with uneven ground. Some weather protection may be available\, but weather-proof clothing is recommended. There will be an opportunity for hands-on participation\, so ‘messy’ clothing is recommended. Basic goggles and gloves will be provided\, through participants may wish to bring their own. For safety reasons the number of participants will be limited to 12. \nDate: Sat 7 Feb\nTime: 10.00AM-1.30PM\nLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AX\nFREE to attend but booking is essential for the practical session (max 12)
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/lime-in-our-built-environment-with-andrew-bodenham/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251111T151138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T132735Z
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SUMMARY:Art & Storytelling with Trish Phillips
DESCRIPTION:A small workshop for children designed to promote emotional balance through nature-based art and storytelling. Led by experienced teacher Trish Phillips\, this session is designed for Key Stage 2 children (7-11) and uses a blend of breathwork\, storytelling\, and environmental art to help participants explore their emotions\, foster a sense of balance\, and reconnect with the natural world. Children must be accompanied. \nWorkshop Overview: \nBreathwork and Grounding: Introduces simple\, mindful breathing exercises to help children feel calm and focused. \nStorytelling: Explores emotional transitions through the story of “The Sun and the Moon\,” encouraging reflection on balance and growth. \nNature Walk and Foraging: Invites children to collect natural materials symbolizing their feelings\, fostering connection with their environment. \nCreative Art Making: Guides participants in creating “emotional mobiles\,” representing balance and resilience through natural elements. \nReflection and Sharing: Provides a supportive space for participants to share their creations and insights. \nAdditional notes: FREE to attend – but booking is essential as places are capped at 12 children. When booking\, please only include the number of children (adults must accompany children but don’t need a place booking for them). If wet\, the session will be held indoors at the Methodist Church\, LA6 2AZ. \nDate: Sun 8 FebTime: 1-2.30PMLocation: The Glebe\, LA6 2AX/ Methodist Church\, LA6 2AZ \n \nGenerously sponsored by Yorkshire Dales National Park Sustainable Development Fund\n\n 
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/art-storytelling-with-trish-phillips/
LOCATION:The Glebe Field\, St Mary's Church\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, A6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251108T122239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T205619Z
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SUMMARY:Flash Fiction with Rachell Canwell
DESCRIPTION:Come and find out what flash fiction is all about!  \nLocal author Rachel Canwell will guide you to create your own mini (<1\,000 words) work of fiction\, possibly inspired by a real-life experience. \nIn response to this year’s festival theme – Futures: Real and Imagined – you’ll be encouraged to consider a ‘Sliding Doors’ moment in your life and reimagine what might have happened if you had taken a single step in a different direction\, missed a train or not answered a call!  \nAttendees will be invited to bring their work to our ‘True Stories’ evening on Monday 9 Feb at St Mary’s Church\, when Jayne Davies will host a live story-sharing session. No previous experience necessary. \nAdditional info: Workshop for ages 18+. *Tickets are FREE but must be booked as numbers are capped at 20. If you book and find you can’t attend\, please let us know so we can fill your place \nDate: Sun 8 FebTime: 1.00-3.00PMLocation: Lunesdale Hall (Bective Room) LA6 2BGTickets: FREE to attend \nDoors open at 6.45PM. Pop-up bar
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/flash-fictionflash-fiction-with-rachell-canwell/
LOCATION:Lunesdale Hall\, Bective Rd\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Carnforth\, Cumbria\, LA6 2BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251107T192856Z
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SUMMARY:True Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of live storytelling! Come along share your true stories on the theme of ‘Sliding Doors’. Was there a moment in your life when you had to decide between two diverging paths? Have you ever thought about what might have happened if you’d made a different choice? \nStories can range from the profound to the prosaic; from a low-stakes choice between two holiday destinations\, to the chance of a lifetime! As long as it’s true\, happened to you and can tell it in under 5 minutes we’d love to hear it. \nTell your story in front of a friendly audience or just watch. You can sign up on the night and everyone is welcome from experienced storytellers to absolute beginners! \nIf you’d like to prepare for this with professional guidance\, why not join Rachel Canwell’s Flash Fiction Workshop on Sunday 8 Feb from 1.00-3.00PM at Lunesdale Hall (link). \nHave a true story to share already? Email (jayne_s_davies@hotmail.com) to sign up for your 3-5-minute (2-4 pages A4) open-mic slot. Not sure you’re ready to read your true story? That’s fine too. Come by and listen. \nThis is a one-off event especially commissioned for Kirkby Lonsdale’s Illuminate Festival. \nWhat is the format? \nHosted by local creative\, Jayne Davies\, the evening will begin with a story\, after which audience members will be invited to ‘illuminate’ us with their personal stories. There’ll be time for questions and conversations after each story and during the interval. \nTickets: FREE – just turn up on the night \nDate: Mon 9 FebTime: 7.30PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AX \nDoors open at 6.45PM. Pop-up bar
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/true-stories/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20260106T095616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T132921Z
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SUMMARY:Bottle and Brush
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Avanti Restaurant & Bar for a fun evening with award-winning fundraiser and artist Bob Sutcliffe (OBE) for our special Illuminate ‘Bottle & Brush’ workshop. Sponsored by YDNP Sustainable Development Fund\, this session is designed to celebrate the beautiful landscapes around our glorious market town that provided inspiration for renowned artists like JMW Turner. \nOpen to any ability\, this relaxed and supportive session is packed with practical tips\, demonstrations and expert guidance to help you build confidence\, develop technique and capture the character of the landscape in watercolour. \nWhether you’re a beginner or frequent painter\, you’ll come away with new ideas\, skills and creative momentum – as well as a painting or two! \nBooking essential for this event as numbers are capped at 24. If you book and find you can’t attend\, please let us know so we can fill your place \nDate: Tue 10 FebTime: 7PM-9PMLocation: Avanti\, LA6 2AX \nTickets: Adults £18; Members £16.00; Passholders FREE. Includes all materials and a glass of wine. Drinks available to buy. \n \nGenerously sponsored by YDNP Sustainable Development Fund.
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/bottle-and-brush/
LOCATION:Avanti Restaurant\, 57 Main Street\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251228T120145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T133140Z
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Photography with Ginny Koppenhol
DESCRIPTION:“Seeing is not enough; you have to feel what you photograph.”  Ansel Adams \nIn this session\, local photographer Ginny Koppenhol will help you to look beyond the obvious beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. \nUsing your smartphone camera\, Ginny will offer tips and techniques to capture quirky details\, create experimental images and celebrate the subjects you’re drawn to as you walk around Kirkby Lonsdale. \nCovering photography fundamentals\, editing techniques and plenty of playful tasks\, this is a practical\, mood-boosting session. \nThe session is suitable for beginners\, but even if you have experience\, you’ll come away with creative new ideas to try\, as well as a mini-print of your favourite photo from the day. \nGinny’s website: www.gkoppenholphotography.com \nSessions are for people aged 13+ (under 16s to be accompanied by an adult) \nBooking essential as places are limited (16). \nDate: Thu 12 Feb & Thu 19 FebTime: 10AM-1PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AXTickets: Adults £6 \nGenerously sponsored by Yorkshire Dales National Park Sustainable Development Fund. This support has enabled us to offer places on this workshop at a heavily discounted price. \n \n” Ginny’s workshop was pitched so well. It created lots of ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ moments as we picked up lots of new tips and tricks. Thanks for being so encouraging\, prepared\, informative\, flexible\, engaging\, inspiring\, and a delight to be with. It was a great day”.Nicola\, Workshop Attendee \nGinny is a portrait photographer based in North Lancashire. Combining portraiture with the stunning natural backdrops of her local area\, motivates her work. Prior to starting her photography business in 2015\, she worked as an Occupational Therapist in mental health services.  Finding out what holds meaning for the people she works with\, is the thread that connects both careers. Ginny particularly loves photographing people involved in the arts\, especially music. As a DJ\, electronic music is another passion of hers and she is currently undertaking an interview / portrait project with people involved in the dance music scene in her local area. Ginny also enjoys running workshops and courses focusing on smartphone photography. She loves to promote the idea of using our phones for ‘creation rather than consumption’. 
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/smartphone-photography-with-ginny-koppenhol/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251128T091103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T091108Z
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SUMMARY:Green Day
DESCRIPTION:We’ve plus-sized Kirkby Lonsdale’s regular Repair Café to include a bunch of eco-focused activities/workshops from Lancaster University. Come along with your broken appliances\, wonky clocks or torn clothing and we’ll do our best to help fix them. But also bring your willingness to explore some of the challenges that face us in the twenty-first century and we’ll talk about how we can imagine a better future! \nThere’ll be a café serving tea/coffee and cakes. \nDate: Sat 14 FebTime: 10-2PMLocation: Lunesdale Hall\, LA6 2BG \nFREE to attend – just turn up on the day.
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/green-day/
LOCATION:Lunesdale Hall\, Bective Rd\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Carnforth\, Cumbria\, LA6 2BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260215T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20251112T091817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T112544Z
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SUMMARY:Foresty featuring Nature Art with Richard Shilling
DESCRIPTION:The third Sunday in every month is ‘Foresty’ afternoon in Kirkby Lonsdale organised by Churches in Lunesdale. Families come along to St Mary’s Churchyard and Glebe field to explore the outdoors and engage in some play and making sessions. \nFor Illuminate\, we’re delighted to welcome Richard Shilling who will lead one of his acclaimed Nature Art sessions as part of this Foresty afternoon. \nRichard says: “Do you want to learn how to make all sorts of fascinating sculptures from leaves and other simple natural materials? Join Julia and Richard from Land Art for Kids to find out how to make various ephemeral nature sculptures. \n“Workshops will be drop-in style\, so anyone can come along and make things for as long or as little as they like between 1.00PM and 3.30PM. Suitable for ages 4 upwards\, with no special skills required.” \nDon’t worry about rain or snow! In case of inclement weather\, we’ll bring our activities indoors! \nhttps://www.richardshilling.co.uk/ \nDate: Sun 15 FebTime: 1.00-3.30PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AX \nTickets: FREE to attend and no need to book – just come along \nSuitable for ages 4+ (all children must be accompanied) \nGenerously sponsored by Yorkshire Dales National Park Sustainable Development Fund.\n \n 
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/foresty-featuring-nature-art-with-richard-shilling/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140310
CREATED:20260105T101154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T074130Z
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SUMMARY:Art of the Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist Janet Nuttall for a gentle\, hands-on workshop exploring the art of pressing flowers. Janet will share how she presses and preserves plant material grown in her garden at the Old Vicarage\, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \nThe workshop includes a short\, guided nature walk (weather permitting) where you will learn how to identify and collect suitable seasonal material for pressing. As February is still our winter flowers in bloom are limited. However\, there is a wide variety of early plants\, foliage\, buds\, mosses and hedgerow material that are ideal for pressing and observing at this time of year. \nBooking essential as places are limited (10). Price includes light refreshments and all materials. \n \nGenerously sponsored by Yorkshire Dales National Park Sustainable Development Fund. \nDate: Tue 17 FebruaryTime: 10.00AM-1.00PMLocation: The Old Vicarage\, Leck\, LA6 2HZ \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/HDnQg3nMTqHw4aFU7 \nTickets: Adults £6; Passholders FREE
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/art-of-the-outdoors/
LOCATION:The Old Vicarage\, The Old Vicarage\, Leck\, Cumbria\, LA6 3JZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140311
CREATED:20251211T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T094910Z
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SUMMARY:Micro:bit Explorers
DESCRIPTION:For ten years the micro:bit has been a powerhouse of innovation in computer science education\, with over 70 million children assisted\, and over 11 million devices distributed globally. In this interactive workshop we discover the micro:bit story\, its impact around the globe and learn hands on with one of the innovators that helped to create the micro:bit\, Joe Finney! \nTickets: FREE but must be booked as numbers are capped at 25 per session (only book places for children – accompanying adults don’t need to register). If you book and find you can’t attend\, please let us know so we can fill your place. \nGenerously sponsored by Lancaster University \nDate: Wed 18 Feb\nSession 1: 10.30AM-11.15AM\nSession 2: 11.30AM-12.15PM\nSession 3: 1.30-2.15PM\nSession 4: 2.30-3.15PM \nLocation: The Methodist Church\, LA6 2AZ \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. \n 
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/microbit-explorers/
LOCATION:Methodist Church\, 8 Queen's Square\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, LA6 2AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140311
CREATED:20251228T120512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T133745Z
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Photography with Ginny Koppenhol
DESCRIPTION:“Seeing is not enough; you have to feel what you photograph.”  Ansel Adams \nIn this session\, local photographer Ginny Koppenhol will help you to look beyond the obvious beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. \nUsing your smartphone camera\, Ginny will offer tips and techniques to capture quirky details\, create experimental images and celebrate the subjects you’re drawn to as you walk around Kirkby Lonsdale. \nCovering photography fundamentals\, editing techniques and plenty of playful tasks\, this is a practical\, mood-boosting session. \nThe session is suitable for beginners\, but even if you have experience\, you’ll come away with creative new ideas to try\, as well as a mini-print of your favourite photo from the day. \nGinny’s website: www.gkoppenholphotography.com \nSessions are for people aged 13+ (under 16s to be accompanied by an adult) \nBooking essential as places are limited (16). \nDate: Thu 12 Feb & Thu 19 FebTime: 10AM-1PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AXTickets: Adults £6 \nGenerously sponsored by Yorkshire Dales National Park Sustainable Development Fund. This support has enabled us to offer places on this workshop at a heavily discounted price. \n \n” Ginny’s workshop was pitched so well. It created lots of ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ moments as we picked up lots of new tips and tricks. Thanks for being so encouraging\, prepared\, informative\, flexible\, engaging\, inspiring\, and a delight to be with. It was a great day”.Nicola\, Workshop Attendee \nGinny is a portrait photographer based in North Lancashire. Combining portraiture with the stunning natural backdrops of her local area\, motivates her work. Prior to starting her photography business in 2015\, she worked as an Occupational Therapist in mental health services.  Finding out what holds meaning for the people she works with\, is the thread that connects both careers. Ginny particularly loves photographing people involved in the arts\, especially music. As a DJ\, electronic music is another passion of hers and she is currently undertaking an interview / portrait project with people involved in the dance music scene in her local area. Ginny also enjoys running workshops and courses focusing on smartphone photography. She loves to promote the idea of using our phones for ‘creation rather than consumption’. 
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/smartphone-photography-with-ginny-koppenhol-2/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140311
CREATED:20251127T224637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T224641Z
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SUMMARY:Festival Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our regular half-term crafts session – with a festival ‘stars and dark skies’ theme. We’re inviting children and their adults to share some fun making activities at St Mary’s Church. If you want to attend the ‘Little Star’ event at 4PM\, we’ll have an area set aside where you can trim up your bike with LED lights ready for the starlit cycle procession. \nFREE to attend – no need to book\, just turn up… \nDate: Thu 19 FebTime: 11AM-3PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AX
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/festival-crafts/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T140311
CREATED:20251111T145904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T133848Z
UID:17193-1771516800-1771522200@illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org
SUMMARY:Little Star Family Activity
DESCRIPTION:Come along and listen to a story specially created for Illuminate 2026. We’re inviting children and their adults to come along for a wonderful and inspiration storytelling session inside our candlelit church\, followed by an accompanied starlit cycle procession around the paths that circle the church on bikes illuminated with strings of LED lights. \n \nFREE to attend – no need to book\, just turn up with your illuminated bikes! \nDate: Thu 19 FebTime: 4PM-5.30PMLocation: St Mary’s Church\, LA6 2AX
URL:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/event/little-star/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church St\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, Cumbria\, LA6 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://illuminate.kirkbylonsdale.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/LittleStar.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminate Festival":MAILTO:hello@stmarysevents.kirkbylonsdale.org
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