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Projects

Liam Bailey launches new photobook

Liam Bailey, Norwich photographer and founder of photocrowd.com, launched his new book last month and it looks fantastic.

Glastonbury is the striking distillation of over 30 years’ unprecedented photographic access to the world’s largest green-field music and performing arts festival. In over 120 memorable images, Liam Bailey invites us to share his experiences of being among its diverse tribes.

After The Tide highlights coastal erosion in Norfolk

The conversation is growing around Norfolk, and it’s courtesy of a documentary produced by Norfolk independent filmmakers Evie Calaby and Joseph Harrington.

The film explores the pressing issue of coastal erosion and how the idyllic village of Happisburgh is threatened by a new wave of government policy.

I haven’t been able to make a screening yet but from the trailer, the film looks poignant and affecting. Check it out below and follow Evie and Joseph on LinkedIn to get yourself to a screening.

Welcome to Norwich, Lobster Copy
Rob Lowton launches Lobster Copy, a new business to help companies with their messaging.

Trett Films completes feature horror movie, Dial
This looks seriously good. Filmed locally, with local cast and crew. Check out the trailer

On His Majesty’s Secret Service
Also from Trett Films, this launch trailer for the Charlie Higson book is fantastic. Have a look

The next Hot Source event

Innovate & Grill: Summer BBQ
6pm, July 11
https://ti.to/norfolkdevelopers/innovate-and-grill
A joint event with Norfolk Developers, SyncNorwich and Norfolk Game Developers, it’s one you can’t miss.

The next season of Hot Source will start in August. Tickets will be available next week, so keep an eye out on Meetup here!

Other events

Drink ‘n’ Draw
Last month, there was a ‘Psychology of Creativity’ event which looked awesome - join the Meetup here and look out for the next event

Nor(DEV):con
Feb 26-28 2025
https://ti.to/norfolkdevelopers/nordevcon-25/
Tickets are now on sale for East Anglia’s premier developer conference

Projects in need

Can you help bring the Chocolate Festival back?

Back in 2015, Lynn Lockwood founded the Norwich Chocolate Festival which saw 4,000 visitors explore the world of chocolate through seminars, workshops, exhibitions and film, and elevated the voice of cocoa-growing communities.

“In the last ten years, I have become increasingly aware of the lack of equity and equality for cocoa farmers who often live in poverty and rarely have a voice in the industry,” said Lynn, who has returned to get the festival up and running once more.

“The impact of climate change and deforestation and the horror of the abundant use of forced child labour cannot be ignored. Green and ethical washing has become the norm and consumers struggle to make informed choices.

“This event will be an opportunity to bring these global issues to the forefront, to learn together from people living in cocoa growing communities from different countries. We hope to bring discussion and the opportunity to collaborate and work together to create positive change.”

Lynn is looking for sponsors, partners and volunteers to help run the event. If that’s you, email her today: [email protected]

Help Laura to raise money for Gorleston Pavilion Theatre

Laura North (now Haczewski 🎉) is running 47 miles later this year to raise £4,700 to help repair the roof at Gorleston Pavilion Theatre.

This incredible theatre is a well-beloved local institution and such an important part of the community, and you can help to maintain it where local public funds simply aren’t available to help.

Plus, 47 miles is a ridiculously long way and surely it deserves £20 of your cash, right?

Norwich Repair Cafe is fundraising

The Norwich Repair Cafe is a community-driven initiative that aims to reduce waste and promote sustainability by hosting monthly events where volunteers repair items for free and teach people new repair skills.

They’re raising money to pay for venues, tools and parts, and to market the event wider. Help them reach their goal to get more people to reuse what they own, rather than having more tech ending up in landfill.

GoGo Safari needs artists and sponsors

Summer 2025 will see five new sculptures from the African Savannah making their way to the streets of Norwich. It’s a really fun hunt across the city and raises a huge amount for this important charity working with vulnerable children to give them the best start in life.

If you’re an artist, Break are looking for your submissions! It’s a great way to showcase your skills, kickstart your career, and help to raise money too.

If you’re a business that wants to sponsor one of these magnificent sculptures to promote your company and support Break, check out how to sponsor

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Grants & opportunities

Thanks for reading! Remember, if you’re working on something interesting, launching a new product, or in need of some help, let me know at [email protected].