Centrepieces@the Pop Up ~ OPEN DAY Saturday 21st October 2023
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Centrepieces @ the Pop Up (Sidcup Manor House) Open Day Saturday 21st October 2023 |
On Saturday 21 October, Centrepieces held an open day at their pop-up premises at Sidcup Manor House. Centrepieces is a mental health arts charity that supports and promotes mental health recovery through the arts.
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The Mayor and Mayoress of Bexley were delighted to attend the Open Day and get to know more about the work of Centrepieces. They praised the organisation and the event for bringing the community together to discover the power of art as a recovery tool.
In the morning there was a family craft workshop run by volunteers, followed by a Neurographic Art / Doodle Session, which was perfect for those who wished to explore their creative side or learn a new skill. In the afternoon, there was a card making workshop where attendees were able to craft their own greeting cards using specifically created activity packs and a range of tools and materials which were provided. There was something to suit everyone, regardless of their age or skill level.
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The event also featured live music from a U3A eight-member guitar group in the morning and a local saxophone quartet in the afternoon. They performed in a marquee in the garden sheltered from the inclement weather.
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Alongside the workshops and the musical performances, there were plenty of other activities to entertain and occupy the visitors. The fundraising shop was a particular highlight of the event, selling jewellery, artwork, cards, craft packs and books. The shop proved to be extremely popular, with customers queuing to snap up the unique items.
Homemade cakes and tea or coffee were available throughout the day, perfect for a mid-morning or afternoon pick-me-up. There was also a raffle and a tombola, with some amazing prizes to be won.
It is clear from the success of the Open Day that Centrepieces is an invaluable resource in the local community and that its work is having a positive impact. The charity is a great example of how art can be used to promote mental health and wellbeing and how creativity can be used to bring people together.
The day was a great success, with many members of the public coming to find out more about the charity and the services it offers. They were able to view the art spaces and see the work of the twenty artists who use them.
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