150 years ago today, at precisely 8pm, the world of art changed forever. What happened? A small, independent art exhibition opened in Paris. It was a financial failure and barely 3,000 people went — but, in time, these artists would come to be known as "the Impressionists"...

I'd like to once again thank everyone who donated in memory of my dad, Ian Sutherland. The final amount comes to £587.83 plus £133.04 in Gift Aid, which makes £720.87 in total for RSPCA Hull & East Riding (Charity No 232225). ❤️ rspcahull.org.uk

A wedding to remember, a play you'll never forget 💘 Baby, He Loves You by Maureen Lennon is now at Stage @TheDock until Sunday 28 April. Tickets: bit.ly/3uqnO8G

Only one building in London is allowed to have a thatched roof — the Globe Theatre, where Shakespeare acted and plays like Hamlet were first performed. But this isn't the original Globe Theatre; that burned down 400 years ago. This one is less than 30 years old...

Yesterday I received an unexpected but very welcome email from the Guardian. My dad's obituary, which was published online in March, is in today's printed edition (page 11 of the Journal section). It's amazing to know that so many more people will get to read about his life. ❤️

I'm reposting this cartoon and deleting the previous version, because the hashtag I used was attracting a swarm of AI spam and bots.

11. This is what approaching the Statue of Unity in India looks like. It's the tallest statue in the world: standing at 182 meters (597 ft) tall, it's nearly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty.

Did you know that Mind runs Side by Side, an online peer support community? It's a safe space where you can talk about your #MentalHealth and connect with others who understand what you're going through. mind.org.uk/information-su…

Revealed! The full line-up for our inaugural Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival ☀️ Book now and join us at @fruitmarkethull from 20-21 July: bit.ly/3x7HvU7

Summer grant window now open to apply for #grassroots funding for #children in #Hull. Thank you Rich Sutherland Hull Is This for featuring 360 Grass Roots Foundations 360 Chartered Accountants. Read all about it here. hullisthis.news/summer-grant-w…

Fresh Ink, a new playwriting festival by Middle Child, comes to Fruit Market this weekend. The festival presents brand-new plays, workshops, industry talks, and a keynote speech from the artistic director of the Royal Court. hullisthis.news/fresh-ink-hull…

The house where I grew up, 174 Hathersage Road, #Hull (HU8 0EW), is now for sale. 🏡 It's a lovely home in a peaceful neighbourhood, close to Gillshill and Cavendish primary schools, Malet Lambert secondary school, East Park and the Lambwath pub. beercocks.com/property/3-bed…

Earlier this month I was interviewed by University of Hull about their Career e-Mentoring Programme. Thanks to David Simpson, Matt Beecroft and Jill Smithson for the opportunity, and of course Sam Cawley and the team at Blink Video for capturing everything. 📸 🎬

Anyone for a cuppa? Make time for a catch up with someone you've not seen for a while #It'sGoodToTalk #CheckingIn #ShowUCare #FreeSupport116123

Treasure Island is fast approaching, but there is one role we are yet to cast - our audience announcer! 🎙️ If you have a primary school age child in your life who would love to record our pre-show messages, see our website for more info on how to enter: bit.ly/490ONr3

How much does our panto, Treasure Island, cost to make? Find out in the latest blog post from senior producer @xsarahpenney 🔗 bit.ly/41tNnUe

The most beautiful personal libraries on Earth 1. Jay Walker’s library, Connecticut

Wherever possible, please do support your local bookshop. 📚 Independent booksellers add so much character to a high street or town, plus they go above and beyond to support authors. thebookseller.com/news/number-of…

My latest cartoon for New Scientist

What gorgeous weather we're having! 🌞 Here's hoping it lasts at least two more days! Have a lovely weekend! Fruit Market #Hull #EastYorkshire