Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization
Here you can find events such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.
23 August 2024
No17, 17 Boswall Road, Edinburgh, EH5 3RW
Following two all-day drop-in motorbike patch-making workshops delivered at St Columba's Hospice Care, this celebratory evening will bring the project to a close.
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19 August 2024, 11AM - 6PM
No17, 17 Boswall Road, EH5 3RWm, Edinburgh
Two all-day drop-in motorbike patch making workshops delivered at St Columba’s and a celebratory evening bringing the project to a close, participants are invited to collaborate in the gradual decoration of vintage leather jackets.
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23 August - December 2024 (Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM) (Sat-Sun 11AM-2PM)
Orkney Blide Trust, 54 Victoria St, Kirkwall, KW15 1DN
This is a photography exhibition with work from people who have a lived experience of mental ill health and who want to participate in therapeutic activities such as photography.
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19 August 2024 1PM-3PM
Forth Community Resource Centre, 57 Hawkwood Terrace, Forth ML11 8AT
Come along and learn how to print from flowers on to fabric which can then be turned into cards, bags and cushion covers. Our event will allow people interested in crafting to come and work together, make friends, share ideas and skills and improve their wellbeing through creativity. Please bring Aprons and rubber gloves. Booking is required by telephoning 01555 811002 or emailing fcrc@btconnect.com
19 August 2024 11AM-12:30PM
Alloa Family Centre, East Castle Street, Alloa, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1EB
The workshop will focus on creative play and healing arts for children and their families, offering a range of activities from playful finger-painting for toddlers to mindful mandalas for parents. These creative opportunities aim to foster family bonding, reduce stress, and promote emotional wellbeing through art.
22 August 2024 10AM-6PM
Holyrood Park, Queen's Dr, Edinburgh EH8 8HG (by the hedge near Holyrood Palace wall)
An invitation to gather with one another in nature in a durational dance vigil in solidarity with those facing oppression, apartheid, genocide and state violence across the world. Over 8 hours, dancers will take the place of the candle which stays lit during a vigil. Come and be in community with us, as witnesses and / or active participants, to dance / rest / listen / heal / contemplate / connect / question / play / process / breathe together. (Please bring food to enjoy).
22 August 2024 10AM-4PM
Beach Gallery, Longhope, Island of Hoy, Orkney
Simply spend time being peaceful & calm. Gently sewing overlooking an idyllic quiet beach. Perfect for unwinding, slowing down & feeling refreshed. Inspiration from local nature & heritage. Expert guidance from experienced artist.
21 August 2024 1PM-2:15PM
Tramway, 25 Albert DR, Glasgow, G41 2PE
Performing Anxiety is an ambitious new good practice resource from the Mental Health Foundation, and the team behind the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival, for anyone who wants to make live artistic work about mental health, from autobiographical shows about anxiety and depression to participatory projects working with vulnerable people. Join us for a panel with some of the artists involved to discuss the impact of making public facing work about mental health and explore best practice. This event is part of HAS Glasgow Day.
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21 August 2024 3:05PM-3:25PM
Tramway, 25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE
Ceramic Artist Carol Sinclair believes in the power of making to bring joy into our lives, and will share her thoughts on why the process and experience of making makes you happy. This event is part of HAS Glasgow Day.
7, 14, 21 August 2024 12PM-1:30PM
Anyiso, Keal Place, Glasgow, G15 6UZ
Glasgow Life's Singing For Fun is a free and accessible programme delivered by professional musicians and instrumentalists to support anyone who wishes to sing for well being. No singing experience is necessary. Further dates and locations include 16 and 23 August at 2:30PM at the Calton Heritage and Learning Centre.
24 August 2024 10:30AM-12:30PM
Klass Studios, Stonehouse, Udston Road, ML9 3FL
Our free Wellness Workshop for ages 16+ is designed to rejuvenate both the body and mind and is suitable for complete beginners. This unique event blends the arts and health, offering a holistic approach to fitness and wellbeing through dance fitness, ballet and yoga.
23 August 2024 10AM-12PM
Glasgow Women's Library, 23 Landressy St, Bridgeton, Glasgow G40 1BP
Join the ALLIANCE in celebrating a decade of the Community Links Worker Programme. This event will bring together Community Links Practitioners, communities, GPs, practice staff, and many others to share their experiences from the past ten years. For booking information, email roseann.logan@alliance-scotland.org.uk. Please note that this event has limited spaces.