Events for 18 August 2026

Leicestershire’s character is shaped by its people, its places and the stories woven between them. You are invited to celebrate local landmarks, forgotten tales and honour the every day at this free exhibition at CAN HQ! Running from the 5th to the 23rd of August, join us from 6pm to 8pm on the 5th for a free opening evening, or pop in any time!

🌸 PETALS & PUNCH NEEDLE 🌸 Join Roo from The Flower Studio — a winner on Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas — and Katie from Flossie & Bean for a special evening of flowers, creativity and crafting at Centivo Lounge, Ashby. 🌼 Create your own dried flower arrangement Choose from a gorgeous selection of premium dried flowers and create your own unique arrangement using approximately 8–10 stems, before trimming and finishing it with ribbon. 🧶 Learn the art of punch needle Katie will guide you step-by-step as you create your own beautiful punch needle hanging bloom decoration. No previous experience is needed — [...]