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Amy Francis 15 Oct 2021

Waitaki Creative Wellbeing

Free creative sessions to for adults struggling with mental wellbeing or isolation in the Waitaki region.

Waitaki Creative Wellbeing are offering FREE creative art and craft sessions for adults in the Waitaki region who are looking to connect with more people and who may struggle with mental wellbeing or isolation.

They will work on some creative projects while having fun and learning new arty skills.

The sessions are 2.5 hours with a break for coffee midway, then a chance for people to work on their own projects or continue with the organized project. This is a chance to explore something new in a relaxed friendly environment.

Sessions are held in:
Kurow
Palmerston
Oamaru

Please email them to check for eligibility and availability: waitaki@artsenta.org

Toni-021 18484 70
Nat- 021 2037 833

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