What's on this weekend in Helston: Shadow Puppet Workshop and Live Music from The Top House Inn and The Polurrian on the Lizard

Welcome to your weekly What's On in Helston from Nub News.

Every Thursday we round up some of the most eye-catching events occurring in your area over the weekend. 

Read on for Helston's not to be missed outings this week, and remember, you can add your event for FREE using the Nub It button and find events taking place around the town here: What's On

Friday 14th April - Will Keating & John Dowling

More live music from at The Top House Inn, Join them for a proper Cornish pub evening of folk music and songs. Expect foot-stomping, lots of laughter, high spirits, a lot of noise, and an added splice of bluegrass.

For more information: Will Keating & John Dowling

Will Keating & John Dowling

Saturday 15th April - THINK AND MAKE | SHADOW PUPPETS

The Cornubian Arts & Science Trust (CAST) is an educational charity. It was established in 2012 and has developed out of a series of contemporary art events organised in Cornwall since 2010.

Cast will be running a workshop for people to make an articulated spring shadow puppet in the learning studio. The black box theatre space will also be open, for children to animate their puppets and experiment with shadow play with family and friends.

For more information: THINK AND MAKE | SHADOW PUPPETS

Shadow puppets in CAST's black box, courtesy Lucy Grant

Sunday 16th April - Woodfired Sessions with Joe Francis

Another one of the Woodfired Sessions is happening this Sunday at The Polurrian on the Lizard. Grab a freshly mixed cocktail and immerse yourself in some cracking live music from Cornish singer/songwriter Joe Francis. The ultimate springtime sundowner.

Woodfired lunch and pizzas are also available.

For more information: Woodfired Sessions with Joe Francis

singer/songwriter Joe Francis