Arts and Minds

What to expect?

Arts and Minds are a small, friendly and welcoming team who will support you in registering for one of their arts-based programmes.

• Arts and Minds usually host a Creative Café in Ely Central Library once a month. This is on pause at the moment but should start again in Spring 2024. The library is just off the market square in Ely, not far from the main bus stops and around a 10 minute walk from two of the free carparks in the city. Upon arrival at the library, make your way to the main reception desk on the first floor (via the stairs or lift) and you will be directed to the group. Everyone is welcome, materials are provided and the group guide will offer some informal inspiration for a creative activity. There’s no need to book. These sessions especially welcome those living with physical or mental health challenges.

Arts and Minds also offer several programmes in Cambridge which can be easily reached by public transport:

• face-to-face Arts on Prescription programmes that run 12 weeks, facilitated by a skilled artist and an experienced counsellor. Carers may attend and join in, should they wish. Arts materials are provided;
• Pottery for younger people with dementia and their carers, which allows attendees to show ability and enjoy success within a safe and social setting, experience handling clay and be guided and supported to make objects which will then be glazed and professionally fired; and
• a bi-monthly Creative Café at the Junction, an informal, friendly drop-in café. The café is open to people of all ages and we particularly welcome those who may be experiencing anxiety, depression or loneliness to feel more connected with their community.