Appetite

03/06/2026

Emily will be joining Connects Network as a guest speaker on 18th June, talking about how we use community-led art and culture in Stoke-on-Trent, and sharing exciting updates on The Big Feast. Have a look at the below post for details on how to book ⚡️

We're pleased to announce that Appetite's new director Emily Labhart will be joining us as our guest speaker on June 18th and she'll be sharing how community-led cultural programming impacts the local area as well as a look at this year's fantastic Big Feast festival.

This is a great opportunity to meet local artists, entrepreneurs, businesses and organisations who call Staffordshire home.

🎟️: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/connects-network-meeting-newcastle-under-lyme-june-2026-tickets-1989812453613

It's completely free to attend, no pressure to pass referrals. Just enjoy a morning of coffee and chat.

01/06/2026

Happy Volunteer Week to our wonderful Appetite volunteers! 💛

From welcoming audiences and helping people find their way, to bringing the energy, the laughs and of course a bit of silly fun - our volunteers are such a huge part of what makes Appetite feel special.
 
Whether it’s dancing in the streets at The Big Feast, chatting to audiences at Light Up Winter events, or helping everything run smoothly behind the scenes, they always show up with warmth, enthusiasm and a brilliant community spirit.
 
Cheers to you, our lovely vols - we appreciate you more than words can say ✨
 
Fancy joining the team?
Find out more here: https://www.appetite.org.uk/volunteer
Or drop Emma a text on 07951 357389
 

30/05/2026

Happy 🎉

At Appetite, creativity happens in parks, libraries, town centres, conversations, workshops, shared meals and unexpected moments of joy 💙

Here’s to giant puppets, dancing in the street, glowing installations, community ideas and trying something new.

Find out how you can get involved in local creativity: www.appetite.org.uk

28/05/2026

✨ Our brand new Appetite website is LIVE! ✨

Fresh out the oven and ready to explore 👀

You can now browse upcoming events, opportunities, projects and all sorts of tasty things happening across Stoke-on-Trent in one shiny new place.

A HUGE shout out to our brilliant Marketing Officer Mel for making this happen - with support from the wonderful Hannah Hiles and Jenny Harper. Thanks to Andy Leitch from Digital Culture Network, a fantastic source of help (digitalculturenetwork.org.uk/knowledge) 💛

Go have a nosey: www.appetite.org.uk

Let us know what you think!

21/05/2026

It’s great to see Appetite Art Slam winner Jay Fox Neville exhibiting at New Vic Theatre 🎨

A brilliant opportunity to share their work with more audiences, and fantastic to see local creative talent continuing to thrive in North Staffs 👏

Peep our friends OUTSIDE Q***r Quest map in the second photo 👀 🏳️‍🌈

20/05/2026

🎉 100 DAYS UNTIL THE BIG FEAST 🎉

The countdown is truly on, and we are HUNGRY for some tasty art to hit the streets of Stoke-on-Trent city centre (Hanley)!

We can’t wait to see you there on Friday 28 & Saturday 29 August for a weekend bursting at the seams with pure joy, magic and silliness 💛✨

Stoke-on-Trent City Centre BID Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Photo by Jenny Harper

Image Description:
Ancient Giants by Inspirate. A large puppet of Hanuman the Monkey God is operated by performers in a busy outdoor street setting.

18/05/2026

🖼️ One week to go!

There’s now just ONE WEEK left to submit your work for the Arts Keele Three Counties Open Art Exhibition 2026 ✨

And don’t forget, one of the prizes up for grabs is the Appetite Audience Choice Award! Each year, Appetite audiences help choose a piece of artwork that really speaks to them – celebrating creativity that connects with local people.

📅 Submission deadline: Monday 25 April

Find out more and submit your work: https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/artskeele/threecountiesopenart2026/

Image description:
Several artworks are displayed on white temporary partition walls within a bright, indoor space. The exhibition area features dark grey carpeting and a drop ceiling with recessed lighting, with a red sofa visible in a lounge area. Photo by Nat Willatt.

13/05/2026

Write 2 Speak workshops make a return to B-Arts this evening, 6.30 - 7.30pm! 🎤

Find all three workshop dates below. 👇

Write 2 Speak are back at B. ARTS with their spoken-word Poetry workshops. Create, collaborate and connect, learn to use your voice and share your lyrics with impact.

These free sessions are open to everyone, no previous experience needed. Facilitated by professional actor, poet and performance practitioner Tyler Luke Cunningham.

📅3 workshops -
Wednesday 13th May 6.30-7.30pm
Wednesday 10th June 6.30-7.30pm
Wednesday 24th June 6.30-7.30pm

Leading to an open mic finale in early July

📍B arts Cafe, B arts, 72 Hartshill Road, Stoke, ST4 7RB

12/05/2026

🎙️ We’re back on 6 Towns Radio this Thursday 14 May, 3–5pm – and we can’t wait!

Joining us this month:
📚 Cllr Lynn Watkins chatting about her book, A Cat Called Harry
🧡 Oghosa Ize-iyamu sharing all about the Confessions from an Observer project
✨ And a catch-up with our new Appetite Director, Emily!

Tune in for good conversation, local creativity and all things : www.6towns.co.uk

Image Description:
Two people are sat on chairs, with their backs to a desk which features radio equipment such as microphones, headphones, and a 'Mic Live' red light. There is a large '6TR' sign behind them on the wall.