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Upcoming Events
The Magic of Middle-earth
Journey beyond the books to discover the artistic legacy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s incredible fantasy world. The Magic Of Middle-Earth is a major new exhibition coming to the Gallery this autumn and winter. Celebrating the fantasy world brought to life by J.R.R. Tolkien, and the generations of writers, artists, musicians, film makers, environmentalists and game designers it has influenced. Discover a magical treasure trove of over 200 rare objects and artworks and some incredible links to Barnsley! Family fun for all ages, from little halflings to wizened wizards.
Free Entry

parler femme, a Tala Lee-Turton Production, 16th Nov at Elsecar Ironworks
parler femme is a dance-based triple bill celebrating innovative and inspiring stories about women. Experienced through live performance, screen and immersive technologies, the work is the latest from South Yorkshire’s Tala Lee-Turton Productions.
This is the first time that a professional dance production is being staged at Elsecar Heritage Centre and the first time Tala will perform with her production company in her home town of Barnsley.
Act I, The Subject is Speaking, is a compilation of award-winning short dance films telling the stories of different lived experiences from female filmmakers.
Act II marks the premiere of multi-layered dance and music duet, Here Lies, a magic realist tale about two estranged sisters, reconnecting after the death of their Grandmother.
Act III is audience favourite, No Time Like The Present, with a cast of five dancers performing to a synth-pop score, exploring power and femininity.
A Q&A with the creative team will follow the performance.
Performance details
Start time - 7:30pm
Running time – 1 hour 40 mins (including prologue and 20 minute interval) plus 30 minute post show Q and A
Price
£12 per person

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RSPCA Cat Rehoming

Pepper
Pepper is a stunning young blue cat, with bright gold eyes, She’s very photogenic, and enjoys posing, and she is a very friendly girl.
Pepper came to us from a home that wasn’t able to keep her, and her 4 beautiful kittens. Now that the kittens have been rehomed, it’s Pepper’s turn to find a loving home.
Pepper enjoys leaping around after a feather and relaxing afterwards with a face massage. She has beautiful soft, sleek grey fur and gorgeous gold eyes. She’s perfect for a home that can offer lots of cuddles, tickles and fun.
APPLYING:
Please apply using our ONLINE PERFECT MATCH FORM ONLY, remembering to press the submit button.
We carefully review every single form we recieve, but that can be up to 100 per cat- so please be patient, do not send repeat forms, or call, send follow up texts etc.
We will choose the person who is the perfect match within two weeks of advertising date, and regret we can only contact the successful applicant.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR ENQUIRIES LINE ABOUT ADOPTING CATS - fill in a Perfect Match Form on our website at www.rspca-barnsley.org.uk if you are interested in rehoming, and be sure to press the submit button.

Kerry
She has the most affectionate, gentle nature, loves cuddles and company. She is playful and funny. Keri has had her first vaccination and is chipped.
She will make a wonderful companion to her forever family.
APPLYING:
Please apply using our ONLINE PERFECT MATCH FORM ONLY, remembering to press the submit button.
We carefully review every single form we recieve, but that can be up to 100 per cat- so please be patient, do not send repeat forms, or call, send follow up texts etc.
We will choose the person who is the perfect match within two weeks of advertising date, and regret we can only contact the successful applicant.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR ENQUIRIES LINE ABOUT ADOPTING CATS - fill in a Perfect Match Form on our website at www.rspca-barnsley.org.uk if you are interested in rehoming, and be sure to press the submit button.

Cindy
Cindy is a really lovely little girl – she’s desperate for love and attention, and just wants to make friends and sit on laps.
Cindy is a small girl, with lots of growing left to do. She has super-soft fluffy silky black fur, and the cutest face.
Watch little Cindy enjoying some fuss
https://youtube.com/shorts/94RGW54KdqQ?feature=share
Cindy has just been spayed, and is ready for her new home.
APPLYING:
Please apply using our ONLINE PERFECT MATCH FORM ONLY, remembering to press the submit button.
We carefully review every single form we recieve, but that can be up to 100 per cat- so please be patient, do not send repeat forms, or call, send follow up texts etc.
We will choose the person who is the perfect match within two weeks of advertising date, and regret we can only contact the successful applicant.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR ENQUIRIES LINE ABOUT ADOPTING CATS - fill in a Perfect Match Form on our website at www.rspca-barnsley.org.uk if you are interested in rehoming, and be sure to press the submit button.
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