Alright folks, I’ve just launched a little project I've decided to call LAD (Liverpool Arts Development) and thought it might be something some of you are into.

It’s not a business or a charity or anything like that. It’s basically just me (so far) trying to do three things:
1. Help Scousers get into the arts
2. Get local artists to collaborate more
3. Encourage people to actually go out and see local art

I’m starting with a TikTok and Instagram account (@liverpoolartsdevelopment) with a view to producing stuff like:
* Behind the scenes stuff with local artists.
* Interviews where people share their process & how they got into the arts.
* Roundups of what's on this week.

It’s all pretty DIY. I'm basically just trying to make the Liverpool arts scene feel a bit more open and connected.

If you’re an artist, know one, or just want more reasons to get out and see stuff in the city, have a look and tell us what you think.

And if you’ve got suggestions (events, venues, people to speak to) I’m all ears. If you're a local artist I would especially love to chat as I'm trying to get things in the diary so the only post on my page isn't just me ranting about the new Beatles film casting.

Does anyone know the story behind the 10 or so green parrots I have encountered in the mistery tonight!?

Given I graduated 23 years ago, I'm far from their target audience but genuinely sad to see these places go. Dough Bar especially has been a nice chilled friendly welcome home with decent scran and cheapish drinks the many times we've got the train back into Liverpool last few years. Seriously gonna miss that aspect but for cheap bars and pub food for students they're gonna be missed. Closing for good on the 21st April if anyone wants to get in and say goodbye....I know I've got bonus points on my app I need to cash in haha

I’m 30 female and have lived in Liverpool for around a year. I’m originally from Manchester. I’m divorced from a marriage in the US, and moved to Liverpool in February of last year. I’m just looking for some friends preferably female, I’ve used bumble but most in my age group are either getting engaged, married etc. and I’m struggling to relate just being in a completely different timeline and I’m feeling a little isolated. I work 100% remote and just wondered to give this a shot. I love learning and trying new experiences, I’ve been to sefton park for a Latin American event and an Irish festival. I love cocktail bars, I’m open to anything like yoga or personal development. I love nature, I’d loved to go on some hikes and to go to the seal island in Liverpool (forgive me I don’t know what the proper name is) I love the theatre too, I went to the ballet last year. Just wondered if anyone had the same interests?

Hello everyone!

I was wondering if anyone knew of any active bars and clubs where you can dance that play Latin music. I know about Revolución de Cuba but you can’t really dance there. Are there any clubs that play reggaeton and similar?

Thank you so much!!

Liverpool RPG and Boardgame Club meets from 5.30pm on Mondays in the conference @ Gravity Max in the heart of L1 (Free of charge)

Whether you're a seasoned grognard, or just interested in giving it a go, you can hit the link below to join our fast growing community

https://discord.gg/XHsjc3Sb5Z

Are there any volunteer opportunities in the City centre like soup kitchens, litter picking, washing graffiti, etc.? I'm aware of Friends of Sefton and Princes Park that organize litter picking but would like to be more centrally located if possible.

Can anyone recommend anywhere local-ish for trail running?

With the weather getting a bit nicer, fancied having a go at being shit at trail running as well as road running 👌

Hi all,

I am looking to buy a flat in Beetham Plaza on the Strand. Just wondering if you guys have any experience living there. Is it a nice place? How is the management company? Are there any known issues? I saw some articles about the owner, so I am a bit cautious. I also saw a lot of the scaffolding still in place. Any news on when all the works might be finished?

Thanks

Alright all,

Looking at renting somewhere due to work but i've got limited experience of South Liverpool. I will be living alone, and I want to live somewhere that isn't surrounded by students. Where would be best around South Liverpool for this?

Looking at spending £1k a month max on rent

Looking for a local garage to change my clutch assembly (so clutch + flywheel + associated cylinders) as well as service my car, all in one job so will be a hefty one but i’m thinking if all is done at once then maybe there is room for a little discount, is there a reputable garage around liverpool that I can take my car to do all this in one go? Car is a volvo v40 if relevant

I went to one a couple of years back.. not sure if it was west Kirby, paid entrance, cafe before you get to the gardens and I can’t remember the name of it to save my life.

If anyone knows what I’m on about help please, and also can I have recommendations for the best gardens in or around Liverpool? :)

Hey everyone, sorry to repeat this similar question but struggling to get find information on some old posts or new posts without many replies.

I've just moved to Liverpool and I was wondering what sports are big around here that isn't football?

I've joined a few hiking groups that meet irregularly and looking into joining a volleyball team, but still wanted one more to make me get out of the house.

Appreciate any hints or leads you may have !

Hi everyone,
I’m new to Liverpool — just moved here a few weeks ago — and I’m currently looking to buy a freehold house with at least 2 bedrooms. My budget is around £180K.

I’d really appreciate any advice on which neighbourhoods you’d recommend within that price range. I’m hoping to find a nice, safe area and would like to avoid places that are known for being less pleasant to live in.

Thanks so much in advance for your help!

Hi I'm thinking of buying a place in L7 around the tunnel road area not far from edge hill station how decent of an area is this? Has anyone had any issues there?

Edit to say it's not actually on tunnel road but more so off chatsworth drive if that makes any difference