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06/08/2026
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🎨 Celebrating Local Art and Creative Connections 🎨 Celebrating Local Art and Creative Connections

We were delighted to support this year’s @guildfordartsocietyofficial  Summer Exhibition by donating one of the exhibition prizes.

Congratulations to Nicola Tourikis, whose captivating artwork Kahlo in Action was selected as our prize winner. ✨

At The GI, we love working collaboratively with local organisations, celebrating Guildford’s vibrant cultural life, and helping to shine a light on the incredible talent of local artists.

Inspired by Nicola’s artwork and the enduring influence of Frida Kahlo? Join us for our upcoming lecture on 02 October: 

🎨 Emin and Kahlo: The Pleasure and the Pain

In a year that sees both Tracey Emin and Frida Kahlo celebrated in major exhibitions at Tate Modern, this timely lecture offers a fascinating exploration of two extraordinary artists.

As part of our Evening and Weekend Series and the Guildford Festival of the Arts, renowned art historian Tammy Ellis explores how Emin and Kahlo transformed deeply personal experiences into powerful, honest and emotionally charged works of art.

It's going to an inspiring evening celebrating two of the world’s most compelling artists.

This lecture is expected to sell out, so we recommend booking early! Click the link in our bio to book your place.

🖼️ The Guildford Art Society Summer Exhibition is open daily until 9 August at St John’s Community Centre, Merrow.
Do pop along and discover the fantastic creativity and talent of local artists.

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Always Good Times at The GI ✨ Late summer is look Always Good Times at The GI ✨

Late summer is looking pretty special at The Guildford Institute! 

Whether you're looking to learn something new, get creative, hear inspiring speakers, enjoy live music or simply spend time with great people, there's something waiting for you this August and September.

Here's just a taste of what's coming up:

💃 Free Ballroom & Latin-American Dance Taster – 27 August
🧩 Solving Cryptic Crosswords Workshop – 1 September
🎨 The Portrait in Britain: The Age of Van Dyck and Lely – 1 September
🧵 Simple Tapestry Weaving – 4 September
🎷 Vic Cracknell Jazz Quartet with special guest Duncan Lamont Jr – 12 September
🎶 Rowan Stuart Live – 25 September

And there's even more to look forward to...

📚 Our beautiful historic Library reopens on 3 September.
☕ The V-Café returns on 4 September.

From fascinating talks and hands-on workshops to unforgettable live music and welcoming social spaces,  we think you'll discover lots of things to enjoy! 

Tap the link in our bio to explore everything that's coming up, book your place, and discover our brand-new October 2026 – March 2027 What's On programme too! 

Always good times at The GI! We are your GI.

#Guildford #TheGuildfordInstitute #WhatsOnGuildford #VisitGuildford #GuildfordEvents #AdultLearning #LiveMusic #ArtsAndCulture #Workshops #Community #LateSummer #AlwaysGoodTimes
Hello There! We're excited to share our new What Hello There! 

We're excited to share our new What's On programme for October 2026 to March 2027, filled with opportunities to learn, create, connect and try something new. With a wide variety of courses, events and activities, we hope there's something to inspire everyone.

"Every programme is created with our community in mind, and this one is no exception. We've brought together opportunities for people of all ages and interests – whether you'd like to learn a new skill, explore a hobby, meet new people or simply try something different.

From creative workshops and inspiring talks to outings, wellbeing sessions and so much more, there's something for everyone. I hope you'll discover an event or activity that sparks your interest!

Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning to explore something new, we can't wait to welcome you at The GI."

-Chelsea, Programme Manager

Click the link in our bio to explore our event listings.  We hope to see you soon.

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✨ The wait is over... our NEW GI Programme has lau ✨ The wait is over... our NEW GI Programme has launched!

A brand-new programme of creativity, connection, discovery and inspiration is here. 

📅 What's On: October 2026- March 2027

Chelsea, our Programme Manager, and Lydia, our Events Manager, have created an exciting programme packed with inspiring talks, workshops, live music, courses, visits, special events and so much more.

Whether you’re looking to learn something new, meet new people, explore your creativity or simply enjoy a favourite GI experience, there’s something waiting for you.

Our latest reel may be a bit of fun... but it carries an important message.

📖 Wherever you find our NEW GI Programme Brochure... keep READING!
Inside, you’ll discover a whole programme of opportunities to learn, create, connect and be inspired.

Find your copy:

📍 Pick up a printed brochure from The GI or from locations around Guildford
📬 Look out for your delivered copy if you’re signed up to receive one
💻 Browse the programme online via the What's On section of our website

Click the link in our bio to discover our new programme.

And don’t forget- our April–September programme is still running, with plenty of wonderful events, talks and activities to enjoy before the new programme begins.

Start exploring. Start discovering. Your next GI experience is waiting.

We can’t wait to see you at The GI.

We are your GI- Guildford’s Art Education Community. 💙

Look out for our next post coming up in 10 minutes with some more info for you.

#GuildfordInstitute #Guildford #WhatsOnGuildford #GuildfordEvents #ArtsAndCulture #CreativeCommunity #LifelongLearning #DiscoverGuildford #CommunityEvents

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