January

Gallery Exhibition

Ffres

Jan 9^th – March 1st 2009

An exhibition of paintings by the Ysbryd group

February

Half Term Workshops

Marvellous Masterpieces

Monday 16th ~  10am - 1pm or 2pm - 5pm

Marvellous Masterpieces

Thursday 19th  ~ 10am - 1pm or 2pm - 5pm 

Taking inspiration from the Ffres exhibition currently on display in the Gallery, create your very own unique artworks on canvas & paper with expert guidance and tuition from artist and gallery co-ordinator, Jan Pennell.  All material, tuition and light refreshments included.

(Suitable for 7 –11yrs)

Note: Messy Workshop please wear appropriate clothing 

Admisssion  is free for all workshops but pre-booking is essential!

Ring 01443 682036

March

St David’s Day Celebrations

Sunday 1^st March 2009 ~ 12pm - 4pm

Admission is free

A day in celebration of our Patron Saint.  Event in association with Cymmer Communities first.

 April

Easter Workshops for Children

Creative Jewellery (Suitable for Boys & Girls Age 7 - 11yrs)
Monday 6th  ~ 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3pm
Create your own exclusive jewellery to take home with you.
£3 per person, includes all material, tuition & light refreshments

Boogie Kids (Suitable for Boys & Girls Age 7 - 11yrs)
Tuesday 7th  ~ 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm
Learn a range of dance styles, including Hip Hop, Freestyle, Street, Cheerleading, Latin American.
£2 per person, includes expert guidance & light refreshments, Please wear suitable clothing & Footwear

Marvellous Masterpieces (Suitable for Boys & Girls Age 7 - 11yrs)
Wednesday 8th  ~ 10am & 1pm
Taking inspiration from the 'Rhondda Grey' exhibition currently on display in the Gallery create your very own unique artwork with expert guidance and tuition from artist and Gallery Co-ordinator, Jan Pennell.  
£4 per person, includes all material, tuition & light refreshments, This is a messy workshop, please wear appropriate clothing.

T-Shirt Printing (Suitable for Boys & Girls Age 7 - 11yrs)
Thursday  9th  ~ 10am & 1.30pm
Create your very own exclusive t-shirt to take home with you.
£4 per person, includes all material, tuition & light refreshments.

Don't forget complimentary chocolate egg for all child admission on tours between Monday 6th - Friday 10th April inclusive. Pre-booking is advised

Summer Art Season Starts Here
Saturday 18th April ~ 11am - 1pm & 2pm - 4pm
Art Masterclass with one of Wales' most talented artists Valerie Ganz.
£10 per person, places are limited, to reserve a place, Ring 01443 682036.

Afternoon Talk Series
Thursday 30th April ~ 2pm - 4pm
Tonypandy Riots 1910 presented by Gareth Gill, RCT Museums Education Officer.
Free event & Complimentray Tea/Coffee.
Please reserve your free place in advance, Ring 01443 682036.

May

Open Day
Saturday 9th May ~ 10.30am - 4pm
Guided walks, cycle tours, hands on activities, crafts, cookery demonstrations plus lots more.  Event in association with Adult Learners Week.

Rhondda Cynon Taff Learning Festival ~ What's on Guide

Afternoon Talk Series
Thursday 7th May ~ 2pm - 4pm
Hanging Baskets for summer Displays presented by well known horticulturist Ivor Mace.  Afternoon includes a practical demonstration by Ivor.
Free Event & Complimentary Tea/Coffee.  Please reserve your free place in advance, 01443 682036.

 June

Summer Art Season ~ Valerie Ganz
13th June
11am - 1pm Portrait Masterclass Session
2pm - 4pm Industrial Landscape Workshop

Lewis Merthyr Open Day
Sunday 21st June ~ 11am - 5pm
Join us for a free open day to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the opening of the Visitor Centre at Rhondda Heritage Park and 25yrs of the Miners Strike.  A full day of activities including choirs, music, talks, demonstrations plus lots more.

 July

Family History Day
Saturday 4th July ~ 11am - 4pm
Whether you are interested in local history or researching your family tree - this is the place to start. Free Admission.

Petrol Head Fest!
Saturday 11th July ~ 11am - 4pm
Stunning Display of Hot Rods, VW Beetles and Kit Cars, a must see for all! Event in Association with Porth Carnival.  Free Admission.

Macmillan Cancer Support Charity Sponsored Walk
Saturday 5th
To participate or for more details, please contact Gemma Jones 01656 867978.   www.macmillan.org.uk/wales.

Family History Day
Saturday 12th  ~ 11am - 4pm
Whether you are interested in local history or researching your family tree - this is the place to start.  Free Admission.

European Heritage Weekend
Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th
Free Admission on Underground Tours throughout the weekend.

October

FREE ~ Half Term
Underground Tours for Children

Saturday 24th October - Sunday 1st November
Kids go underground for free this Half Term, with up to 4 children free when accompanied by 1 full paying adult.   Pre-booking is advised.

FREE ~ Half Term
Historical Walk & Talk
Monday 26th - Friday 30th (excluding Thursday) 2pm - 4.30pm

Come along to the Rhondda Heritage Park and enjoy an historical afternoon with a slide show and talk on the early development of the Rhondda Valleys, followed by a complimentary Tea/Coffee and walk along the old Tramroad which connected Trehafod to Pontypridd. Suitable footwear and clothing required.  Pre-booking is advised.

November/December YOUNG@ART FREE WORKSHOPS Saturday 7th November Free workshops for children who would like a bit of help to create their young@art masterpiece.  Paint a canvas absolutely free then enter it into the competition for just £1 entry fee.  Places are limited and pre-booking is essential.tel 01443 682038. CHRISTMAS STARTS HERE WITH A VISIT TO: Santa's Toy Mine - Public Saturday 28th  - Wednesday 23rd  Dec ~ 10am - 5pm Join our Toy Miners on a magical thrilling underground adventure through the snow storm and ice cave, who knows, will you be lucky enough to discover Santa's secret grotto?  Tours last approximately 45 minutes.  Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.  Tickets £6.50 Child (including a gift for all children) £3.95 (inc Mince pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults.  Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. Santa's Toy Mine - Public - Christmas Eve Thursday 24th  Last Tour 2.30pm Tickets £7.50 Child (inc gift for all children) £4.95 (Inc Mince Pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults.  Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. Santa's Toy Mine - Schools Weekdays from Tues 24th Nov - Tues 22nd December ~ 10am - 2.30pm Pupils £4.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50,  Teachers Free. Why not make a day of it and book lunch for your school group?  Meal deals available @ £2.50 per pupil/ £3 for adults.  Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. Santa's Toy Mine - Schools Matinee Tours Weekdays from 23rd Nov - 11th Dec ~ from 1.30pm Pupils £3.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50, Teachers free. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. Late Nights with Santa Thursday 19th, Friday 20th, Monday 21st, Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd December Tours from 5pm, Last tour 7pm Children £6.50 (incudes gift), Adults £3.95.  Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036.