CRAG Community Arts

CRAG Community Arts Based in the Wee School ArtSpace Girvan a hub for quality arts and crafts activities residencies and projects.

We also organise the annual Carrick Light Fest and Strandline events and provide expertise assistance and workshops for community projects.

The nights are drawing in, there's a wee nip in the air... it can only mean that the Lantern Maker's are coming out to p...
02/09/2026

The nights are drawing in, there's a wee nip in the air... it can only mean that the Lantern Maker's are coming out to play 👀

Come along to one of our drop in Lantern Making sessions starting on the 20th of September and running every Saturday until the Lantern parade on the 24th of October.

10am - 5pm

Free to attend

All welcome!

The Growing Together group have been having a good crop of tomatoes and cucumbers this year! These ones are going spare ...
01/09/2026

The Growing Together group have been having a good crop of tomatoes and cucumbers this year!
These ones are going spare if anyone would like them, collection from the Wee School Art Space (open til 4pm)

The Carrick Open Arts Exhibition may have ended but coming up we have Open Studios Ayrshire on 11th - 13th SeptemberWe a...
01/09/2026

The Carrick Open Arts Exhibition may have ended but coming up we have Open Studios Ayrshire on 11th - 13th September

We are thrilled to be a group venue for 4 of the participating artists;

S J Hurn
Ruby Marr
Maryjean Govan
and featuring the work of Janet Laurie.

There will be demonstrations, drop in felting activities, Augmented Reality Art Works as well as it being a great chance to chat to the artists and learn more about how their works are created.

See Open Studios Ayrshire's website for the full list of venues
https://openstudiosayrshire.com

Tuesdays @ The Wee School Art Space There's always lots on every Tuesday, whether you've got green fingers, unfinished s...
01/09/2026

Tuesdays @ The Wee School Art Space

There's always lots on every Tuesday, whether you've got green fingers, unfinished stitching projects or enjoy singing with others 🌸🪡🎶

Cross Stitch & Embroidery Group
⏰ 10am - 1pm
Suggested donation £3

Growing Together
⏰ 11am - 1pm
Free, donation welcomed

Girvan Community Choir
⏰ 7pm - 9pm
£4

What's on this week @ The Wee School Art SpaceLots of groups to get involved with this week, drop in for a cup of tea an...
31/08/2026

What's on this week @ The Wee School Art Space

Lots of groups to get involved with this week, drop in for a cup of tea and try something new in a friendly no-pressure environment.

If you would like to learn more about plans for The Big Arts Space and how you can show your support please scan the QR code or click the link below ⬇⬇⬇

https://forms.gle/4XmbshMYTdb5X5vC8

Our Community Weaving Project is finished - doesn't it look impressive! Our thanks go to Gemma Sangwine for leading the ...
28/08/2026

Our Community Weaving Project is finished - doesn't it look impressive! Our thanks go to Gemma Sangwine for leading the sessions.

28/08/2026

The last weekend to come and visit our varied and thought provoking art exhibition, we look forward to welcoming you!

✨️ What's On Today at CRAG Community Arts ✨️Friday...🧶 Stitch Social 🧶Drop in from 10am-1pmAll abilities welcomeSuggeste...
28/08/2026

✨️ What's On Today at CRAG Community Arts ✨️

Friday...

🧶 Stitch Social 🧶
Drop in from 10am-1pm
All abilities welcome
Suggested donation £3

At CRAG, The Wee School Art Space, 15 Henrietta Street, Girvan, KA26 9AL
For more information email [email protected]

27/08/2026

📣 Calling All Ayrshire Visual Artists & Craft Makers! 🎨

The Visual Artist & Craft Maker Awards (VACMA) 2026/27 are now open to support the creative and professional development of artists and craft makers across Ayrshire. 👩‍🎨✂️🧵

💷 Bursaries Available: £500 | £1,000
📅 Applications Open: Wednesday 26 August 2026

⏰ Deadlines
• Autumn round: 5pm, 20 October 2026
• Winter round: 5pm, 2 February 2027

✅ Funding can support:
• Training and learning
• Mentoring and skills development
• Research and development
• Exploring new ideas
• Sustainable practices
• Residencies
• Essential equipment
• Creating new work

VACMA is looking for applications that demonstrate:
🎯 Commitment to your creative practice
🎯 Clear opportunities for creative development
🎯 A realistic and achievable project plan

Before applying, be sure to read the guidance document to help you submit the strongest application possible. Applications must be submitted by email, and supporting images should be in JPEG format (maximum 2MB each).

For full guidance and application details, visit:
🔗https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/vacma


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