Unwind with creativity + connection | 13-23 August
Ready to create new connections?
Let your imagination lead you. Click on each event to learn more.
Unwind spotlight | Paint a platter
16 August | $76
Ready to slow down, warm up and truly relax this winter?
Create a unique Tasmanian handmade platter in this pottery painting experience with Paint the Town Red. Attendees will start with an oval platter, then choose from a wide selection of underglaze colours and let your imagination go wild. Paint your own image / patterns on to the clay, then after the session your masterpiece will be glazed with a clear food safe glaze and fired.Your final product will be available 4 weeks after the session. You will end up with a beautiful, functional and unique dishwasher safe platter to use every day. Come along and enjoy our Tassie bar and fun tunes.
Registration required, and space is limited! Book your spot at the link below.
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Week 1 | Creativity + Connection
13 Aug | Unravel your day; using poetry to unwind and play | $20 | Explore your creativity through poetic practice as you're guided through a series of inspiring writing prompts. For complete beginners and seasoned poets alike. | 5:30pm-7:00pm | Martini Lounge | Level 1/78 St John St
13 Aug | Midnight Listening Party | SOLD OUT | Gather after dark for a cosy midnight listening experience for the launch of Phoebe Bridgers’ Lost Weekend, with exclusive releases, beanbags, and hot choccies in hand. | 11PM-1AM | Avenue Records | 70B Brisbane St
14 Aug | World Street Eats Nights | FREE | Gather with the community for an evening of global flavours, live music and good company as World Street Eats Nights brings Launceston together again. | 4-8PM | Civic Square
15 Aug | Sewcials | $5 | Bring your sewing, knitting or crochet project and connect with fellow creatives at a relaxed Sewcial filled with crafting, conversation, tea and community. | 10:30AM | The Redress Hub | Shop 6/ 94 York St
15 Aug | Fill your cup | $60 | Explore your personal style, and uncover how to feel good on the inside and outside as Head Spa Holistic and S&I Styling host a morning tea that truly fills your cup. | 10am | Balfour & Co | 49 Balfour Street
15 Aug | Get back into reading | FREE | Rediscover the joy of reading with practical tips to build habits, improve focus, overcome distractions and find your way back to books. | 4-5PM | Quixotic Books | 108 George St
16 Aug | Paint a platter | $76 | Create a unique Tasmanian handmade platter in this pottery painting experience. Choose from a wide selection of underglaze colours and let your imagination go wild and paint your own patterns on to the clay. | 2pm-4pm | Paint the Town Red | 34 Cameron Street
Week 2 | Creativity + Connection
22 Aug | Sewcials | $5 | Bring your sewing, knitting or crochet project and connect with fellow creatives at a relaxed Sewcial filled with crafting, conversation, tea and community. | 10:30AM | The Redress Hub | Shop 6/ 94 York St
22 Aug | Get back into reading | FREE | Rediscover the joy of reading with practical tips to build habits, improve focus, overcome distractions and find your way back to books. | 4-5PM | Quixotic Books | 108 George St
22 Aug | Ignite your soul colour therapy | $60 | Be guided through a soul-deep painting experience where intention meets creativity. | 6:30pm - 9pm | Frida's Luxe Sip n' Paint | 74-82 St John St
23 Aug | The Makery | FREE | The Makery is a monthly creative meet-up for those interested in zines, collage, writing, creative experiments, and gentle socialising. Bring a project or start something new. Make alongside others. Free, walk-in event (attendees encouraged to purchase food or drinks) | 12.30-2.30PM | Launnie Heights | 7 Park St
Stretch your mind and body
Explore different ways to experience Unwind at the links below.