What if … ? New social enterprise initiative launches in North Edinburgh

What if … North Edinburgh, a social enterprise programme looking to inspire residents in the north of the city to test ideas that have a positive impact in the community, has officially launched this week. Continue reading What if … ? New social enterprise initiative launches in North Edinburgh

Knit and Natter at North Edinburgh Arts

Join us to knit, enjoy banter and share stories along with Eleanor Thom from the International Book Festival, who will create a story from the day. We’ll be knitting 5″ squares in shades of purple to create a comfort blanket or two which will be donated to St Columba’s Hospice.

Knit & Natter session part of Luminate Festival 2019
Wednesday 15 May 10am – 12noon
Time to chill and enjoy a knit with a great cuppa! All welcome.
No need to book just come along!

https://www.luminatescotland.org/events/knit-natter
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Counting down to Citizen event at North Edinburgh Arts

We hope that Saturday 11 May is in your diary and you can join us for Citizen, an afternoon of sharing stories, eating together and free activities for all ages, from the Super Power Agency Bus which will be parked outside to Citizen Stories, a sharing of stories and audio recordings by local people who have worked with authors Eleanor Thom and Claire Askew. Continue reading Counting down to Citizen event at North Edinburgh Arts

Cafe culture: Spifox launch at North Edinburgh Arts

Chair of the Spifox Foundation Andy Clark, Trustee Ronnie Urquhart and fellow Trustees Penny Hearn, Frances Sim and Christian Bruce visited North Edinburgh Arts on Wednesday 24th April to officially launch the refurbished NEA café made possible by a generous grant from the Foundation. Continue reading Cafe culture: Spifox launch at North Edinburgh Arts

Call for communities to apply for Environmental Grants

Action Earth campaign launched at North Edinburgh Arts

The Action Earth campaign, run by national charity Volunteering Matters, launched its 2019 grant giving scheme yesterday with the creation of a new biodiversity pond in North Edinburgh.  The campaign, which is funded by Scottish Natural Heritage, offers easy to access grants of up to £250 for environmental activities across Scotland. Continue reading Call for communities to apply for Environmental Grants

It’s Yoga & Wellbeing Day at North Edinburgh Arts

Come and join us for Yoga & Well-Being Day: Awakening Ourselves from 10.30am. Stephanie Knight along with two guest instructors will lead a special day of yoga, meditation and reflective readings. 

Open to anyone 16+

Please wear loose, comfortable clothes, and bring a rug to keep snug during relaxation. Recommended Donation: £5

Advance booking advised. To book your place, please contact NEA
admin@northedinburgharts.co.uk
0131 315 2151

May Days: Citizen at North Edinburgh Arts

Edinburgh International Book Festival has announced two days of activity in May as part of their Citizen programme.  Citizen at North Edinburgh Arts on Thursday 9 and Saturday 11 May will feature events and activities for schools and Edinburgh residents, bringing people together to share stories, experiences and ideas of what it means to be a Citizen.  Continue reading May Days: Citizen at North Edinburgh Arts

Film Club: free shows at North Edinburgh Arts

Free Easter holiday films courtesy of Muirhouse Housing Association

Don’t miss Paper Memories (Ages: 7+) at North Edinburgh Arts too (below) – it promises to be a beautiful and thoughtful performance! 

More details about what’s on in the final week of Easter break can be found here: https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/whats-on/easter-2019-2/