Events at this location

Wednesday’s from 12pm to 1pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

SingAbout Newport

Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm at The Creative Hub in Newport.

SingAbout is a social singing activity based on recognised music therapy, run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence.

It’s great and an opportunity to get out and meet people. Refreshments are provided.

Everyone welcome.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme

Create & Connect for those 25 and over

6 week course – Thursday 10.30am – 12pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

There will be sessions on art, wellbeing, sleep hygiene, self care, and mindfulness. As well as a four week creative project where participants will work with a practitioner on a piece to be displayed at The Hub Hosts event.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Would you like to be a better player yourself (or perhaps even learn from scratch?) If the answer’s yes, then join us for our new Saturday lunchtime chess programme, Chess Craft, starting Saturday 26th March 12.00-13.30

We’ll show you fun ways to learn the game, you’ll have a chance to make new friends, there will even be refreshments and music! It’s free to sign up, just call 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk

Free to attend. Limited numbers and booking is essential. Current sessions are full and the next block of sessions starts October 2021.

The project is aimed at primary age children and their families and runs from 10.00am to 12 noon on Saturday mornings, in 12-week blocks, covering mini creative projects that change every four weeks.

Activities are focused on a particular artist or artwork with some light learning about the themes for the older children and parents too. We’ve included everything from storytelling to drawing, to printing, modelling and iPad design work, and hope there’ll be something for everyone. A mid-morning snack is provided.

We ask that a parent or carer attend each week and join in with their children or child.

Picture Play is particularly for those children and parents/carers who may benefit from building confidence and/or children who may need help coming through difficult life events such as loss or separation.

With lots of collaborative project based activities, and the many benefits of team work and ideas sharing, there are an abundance of opportunities to learn creative skills too.

Please contact us for more information or to enquire about booking.

We are grateful to Isle of Wight Council for funding Picture Play.

Creative Café runs every Monday  from 10.30am – 12 noon and 1.30pm – 3pm at Independent Arts’ Creative Hub at 48 High Street, Newport.

Creative Café is an opportunity for older people to meet for creative activity over a cup of tea. Our wide range of activities includes iPads, Art & Craft, Photography, Movement, Creative Writing and much more.

Refreshments are provided. A voluntary donation is appreciated.

Booking is essential, so please contact us to book your space or for further information.

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 16 – 19 year olds

6 week course – Monday 4.30-6.00 pm

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Tuesday’s from 2pm to 3pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Wednesday’s from 12pm to 1pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

SingAbout Newport

Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm at The Creative Hub in Newport.

SingAbout is a social singing activity based on recognised music therapy, run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence.

It’s great and an opportunity to get out and meet people. Refreshments are provided.

Everyone welcome.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme

Create & Connect for those 25 and over

6 week course – Thursday 10.30am – 12pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

There will be sessions on art, wellbeing, sleep hygiene, self care, and mindfulness. As well as a four week creative project where participants will work with a practitioner on a piece to be displayed at The Hub Hosts event.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Would you like to be a better player yourself (or perhaps even learn from scratch?) If the answer’s yes, then join us for our new Saturday lunchtime chess programme, Chess Craft, starting Saturday 26th March 12.00-13.30

We’ll show you fun ways to learn the game, you’ll have a chance to make new friends, there will even be refreshments and music! It’s free to sign up, just call 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk

Free to attend. Limited numbers and booking is essential. Current sessions are full and the next block of sessions starts October 2021.

The project is aimed at primary age children and their families and runs from 10.00am to 12 noon on Saturday mornings, in 12-week blocks, covering mini creative projects that change every four weeks.

Activities are focused on a particular artist or artwork with some light learning about the themes for the older children and parents too. We’ve included everything from storytelling to drawing, to printing, modelling and iPad design work, and hope there’ll be something for everyone. A mid-morning snack is provided.

We ask that a parent or carer attend each week and join in with their children or child.

Picture Play is particularly for those children and parents/carers who may benefit from building confidence and/or children who may need help coming through difficult life events such as loss or separation.

With lots of collaborative project based activities, and the many benefits of team work and ideas sharing, there are an abundance of opportunities to learn creative skills too.

Please contact us for more information or to enquire about booking.

We are grateful to Isle of Wight Council for funding Picture Play.

Creative Café runs every Monday  from 10.30am – 12 noon and 1.30pm – 3pm at Independent Arts’ Creative Hub at 48 High Street, Newport.

Creative Café is an opportunity for older people to meet for creative activity over a cup of tea. Our wide range of activities includes iPads, Art & Craft, Photography, Movement, Creative Writing and much more.

Refreshments are provided. A voluntary donation is appreciated.

Booking is essential, so please contact us to book your space or for further information.

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 16 – 19 year olds

6 week course – Monday 4.30-6.00 pm

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Tuesday’s from 2pm to 3pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Wednesday’s from 12pm to 1pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

SingAbout Newport

Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm at The Creative Hub in Newport.

SingAbout is a social singing activity based on recognised music therapy, run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence.

It’s great and an opportunity to get out and meet people. Refreshments are provided.

Everyone welcome.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme

Create & Connect for those 25 and over

6 week course – Thursday 10.30am – 12pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

There will be sessions on art, wellbeing, sleep hygiene, self care, and mindfulness. As well as a four week creative project where participants will work with a practitioner on a piece to be displayed at The Hub Hosts event.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Would you like to be a better player yourself (or perhaps even learn from scratch?) If the answer’s yes, then join us for our new Saturday lunchtime chess programme, Chess Craft, starting Saturday 26th March 12.00-13.30

We’ll show you fun ways to learn the game, you’ll have a chance to make new friends, there will even be refreshments and music! It’s free to sign up, just call 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk

Free to attend. Limited numbers and booking is essential. Current sessions are full and the next block of sessions starts October 2021.

The project is aimed at primary age children and their families and runs from 10.00am to 12 noon on Saturday mornings, in 12-week blocks, covering mini creative projects that change every four weeks.

Activities are focused on a particular artist or artwork with some light learning about the themes for the older children and parents too. We’ve included everything from storytelling to drawing, to printing, modelling and iPad design work, and hope there’ll be something for everyone. A mid-morning snack is provided.

We ask that a parent or carer attend each week and join in with their children or child.

Picture Play is particularly for those children and parents/carers who may benefit from building confidence and/or children who may need help coming through difficult life events such as loss or separation.

With lots of collaborative project based activities, and the many benefits of team work and ideas sharing, there are an abundance of opportunities to learn creative skills too.

Please contact us for more information or to enquire about booking.

We are grateful to Isle of Wight Council for funding Picture Play.

Creative Café runs every Monday  from 10.30am – 12 noon and 1.30pm – 3pm at Independent Arts’ Creative Hub at 48 High Street, Newport.

Creative Café is an opportunity for older people to meet for creative activity over a cup of tea. Our wide range of activities includes iPads, Art & Craft, Photography, Movement, Creative Writing and much more.

Refreshments are provided. A voluntary donation is appreciated.

Booking is essential, so please contact us to book your space or for further information.

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 16 – 19 year olds

6 week course – Monday 4.30-6.00 pm

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Tuesday’s from 2pm to 3pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Wednesday’s from 12pm to 1pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

SingAbout Newport

Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm at The Creative Hub in Newport.

SingAbout is a social singing activity based on recognised music therapy, run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence.

It’s great and an opportunity to get out and meet people. Refreshments are provided.

Everyone welcome.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme

Create & Connect for those 25 and over

6 week course – Thursday 10.30am – 12pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

There will be sessions on art, wellbeing, sleep hygiene, self care, and mindfulness. As well as a four week creative project where participants will work with a practitioner on a piece to be displayed at The Hub Hosts event.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.

To book a place please contact Independent Arts on 01983 822437 or info@independentarts.org.uk

Would you like to be a better player yourself (or perhaps even learn from scratch?) If the answer’s yes, then join us for our new Saturday lunchtime chess programme, Chess Craft, starting Saturday 26th March 12.00-13.30

We’ll show you fun ways to learn the game, you’ll have a chance to make new friends, there will even be refreshments and music! It’s free to sign up, just call 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk

Free to attend. Limited numbers and booking is essential. Current sessions are full and the next block of sessions starts October 2021.

The project is aimed at primary age children and their families and runs from 10.00am to 12 noon on Saturday mornings, in 12-week blocks, covering mini creative projects that change every four weeks.

Activities are focused on a particular artist or artwork with some light learning about the themes for the older children and parents too. We’ve included everything from storytelling to drawing, to printing, modelling and iPad design work, and hope there’ll be something for everyone. A mid-morning snack is provided.

We ask that a parent or carer attend each week and join in with their children or child.

Picture Play is particularly for those children and parents/carers who may benefit from building confidence and/or children who may need help coming through difficult life events such as loss or separation.

With lots of collaborative project based activities, and the many benefits of team work and ideas sharing, there are an abundance of opportunities to learn creative skills too.

Please contact us for more information or to enquire about booking.

We are grateful to Isle of Wight Council for funding Picture Play.

Creative Café runs every Monday  from 10.30am – 12 noon and 1.30pm – 3pm at Independent Arts’ Creative Hub at 48 High Street, Newport.

Creative Café is an opportunity for older people to meet for creative activity over a cup of tea. Our wide range of activities includes iPads, Art & Craft, Photography, Movement, Creative Writing and much more.

Refreshments are provided. A voluntary donation is appreciated.

Booking is essential, so please contact us to book your space or for further information.

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 16 – 19 year olds

6 week course – Monday 4.30-6.00 pm

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Tuesday’s from 2pm to 3pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

Reconnect is a new project we are delivering at our Creative Hub in Newport. It is a one-year project, funded by the NHS Mental Health Trust and it aims to provide a range of creative sessions to help people, especially young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The sessions are led by artists, not clinicians. The sessions are aimed at four age groups:

• 13-16 year olds Wednesday 4.30-6pm and Thursday 4.30-6.00pm
• 16-19 year olds Monday 4.30-6.00 pm
• 20-25 year olds Tuesday 6.00-7.30pm
• 25+ year olds Thursday 10.30am-12.00

Sessions are run in a rolling programme of six-week blocks (six weeks per person) and should be seen as a stepping stone to reconnect and empower participants socially. Participation is free.

So far, the groups have experimented with sound, visual and digital arts. The groups are encouraged to develop their own creative voice and each group works towards a common goal which may be celebrated at an event held at our Creative Hub.

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more and to have a chat with us in complete confidence, do telephone Kerry Weston, Elaine Sheldrake or Hannah Griffiths on 01983 822437 or email info@independentarts.org.uk.

We are currently booking for sessions now to run from week commencing January 10th, 2022.

Wednesday’s from 12pm to 1pm at The Creative Hub, 48 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SE

The idea for the project came from local people who approached Independent Arts to help them set up the group.

Independent Arts ran a pilot scheme and found that, for group members, socialising with other people going through similar experiences was the most important part of the project.

The intention is to establish a steering group in the hope of the project becoming independently run by its members.

For more information, or to book a place on the programme, please call Independent Arts on 01983 822437.

SingAbout Newport

Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm at The Creative Hub in Newport.

SingAbout is a social singing activity based on recognised music therapy, run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence.

It’s great and an opportunity to get out and meet people. Refreshments are provided.

Everyone welcome.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Reconnect – Wellbeing Programme Shape & Connect for 13 – 16 year olds

6 week course – Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm – 6pm

Designed to support low level mental health issues including anxiety, emotional wellbeing and promote self confidence through the arts.

We hope to encourage our participants to take ownership of their own personal wellbeing and support building their resilience and coping mechanisms.

Sessions will last for 90 minutes over 6 weeks and we have space for up to 12 participants per session.

Wednesday’s sessions will be all about mindfulness and learning new skills and coping mechanisms e.g. sleep hygiene, movement, mindfulness, body positivity and will be a blend of talks and creativity.

The group will be encouraged to create a journal for the project to explore the self and will include photography sessions.
Thursday’s sessions will be more music based and will include playing and recording music

Participants will be expected to commit to attend both days.

On the 6th and final week we will hold a showcase of work at our gallery at 48 High Street, Newport so all the groups have the opportunity to come together and share their work with invited guests.