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Future Paisley is a wide-ranging programme of events, creativity, investment and activity.

29/11/2024

We've loved seeing this stunning project come to life. The CHEF funded Afro-ttire project culminates this weekend in a fantastic traditional fashion show and dinner at the Tannahill Centre.

Don't miss an unforgettable night of:
- Live music from Gnawa Trance Fusion Band, Hesu Band, David Destiny, Poucoutan, Cheef Chebe & the Chandawailers & lots more!
- Displays of traditional African fashion
- Delicious food from vendors

The event is free but tickets can be booked in advanced on Eventbrite.

31/10/2024

Brass Festival 2024 kicks off tomorrow at Johnstone Town Hall and there's still time to get your tickets for the Opening Concert with Whitburn Band - check out Johnstone Band's page for all the details.

On Saturday there's a selection of free workshops, performances and come and try sessions. These are open to all ages and abilities - just sign up on the day.

To close out the festival, Johnstone Band is hosting their 190th Anniversary Concert at 7pm. Entry is free and will be a fantastic way to end your weekend.

Brass Festival 2024 is supported through our Cultural, Events and Heritage Fund so make sure you pop along and take part.

28/03/2024

There will be an Open House event at Sculpture House on Easter Monday, 1 April 2024, from 12pm – 4pm, to celebrate the first year of the Dye Garden.

You will be able to see examples of the work carried out by the Ferguslie Dye Gardeners and will even be able to sow some seeds for the upcoming 2024 season.

House tours and refreshments will also be on offer, so why not head along and get involved.

29/11/2023

UPDATE: This event will now take place on Wednesday 13 December from 4-7pm due to essential work being carried out at the venue.

The wonderful team of artists at Sculpture House are helping everyone get into the festive spirit by hosting a holly, jolly Christmas social at Sculpture House on Wednesday 6 December from 4-7pm.

Why not head along for a tasty mince pie and warming drink while you take part in some festive activities and enjoy some Carol singing, performed by the local adventure group.

If you haven’t visited Sculpture House yet it’s a great chance to see inside and meet the artists.

14/11/2023

“I’m very excited to perform for people, this is the first time I’ll have performed in front of the public. When I’ve performed before it’s been in school or in PACE, so it’s mainly friends and family who have come to see me.

“I think it’s definitely going to be exciting and something I’ve never done before and it’s always exciting to try something new.”

That’s what PACE Youth Theatre performer, Isla Donnachie, said ahead of performing in the Raven’s Realm installation at this year’s Paisley Halloween Festival.

The popular event received funding from Future Paisley to support the delivery of community group work as part of the festival programme this year. The Raven’s Realm was inspired by the American writer Edgar Allan Poe’s poem ‘The Raven’ and perfectly illustrated the haunting, supernatural atmosphere of the writer’s famous work.

A group of young performers from PACE served as a live performance aspect of the installation which was a highlight of this year’s Halloween Trail Zone. The young PACE performer teams who rotated across the three nights, enthralled thousands of visitors with their performance.

PACE Senior Drama Practitioner, Iona Ramsay, said: “It’s really important for young performers to try new things like this and Halloween is a good way to get them engaged as it’s something they’re already excited about.

“I think it’s important for young people to be involved in projects that push them out their comfort zone and performing in public does just that. It helps with confidence boosting, gets them to work as part of a large group and allows them to do something fun with their friends.

“I think the young people get a lot from participating in events like this. For those who want to perform in future it’s great to see and work with professional artists so they can see what they could be doing if they stick with it. It also makes them feel part of something bigger than themselves.”

25/10/2023

One of our talented Castlehead High School pupils had her work recognised at the Glasgow Museums Art Competition last month.

S4 pupil Holly, took part in the annual competition which has been running for more than 100 years, and was presented with the bronze medal for her submission to the competition.

The competition, which is open to children aged 3 – 18, asks entrants to choose an object from any Glasgow Museum and complete their own artwork of the item in 3 hours.

Speaking of the experience Holly said: “I chose to draw the Irish Elk skeleton as I liked the intricate details and its grand stature. I’m also interested in prehistoric life and a skeleton was a good choice which tied in with my interests.

“I was over the moon when I found out that I had won the bronze award, and thrilled when I went to the awards event. It was overall a great experience.”

Holly is passionate about art and enjoys spending time in Castlehead High School’s art department outside of lessons by helping at the weaving club over lunch times. The school is known as ‘Scotland’s First School of Creativity’ due to its ongoing, innovative partnership with The Glasgow School of Art which has been supported by Future Paisley.

Through the partnership with the school has introduced more opportunities for pupils to engage with creativity by piloting a Creative Thinking course in 22/23, one of only 19 across the country, and Creative Industries course which aims to develop skills required for employment or further study in the creative industries.

Holly explained what she loves about being creative, she said: “I really enjoy the freedom and limitless possibilities that art and creativity provides. I can design and create whatever I’d like, exactly how I want it.

“I’m definitely interested in a career in art, but not quite sure what discipline I’d like to do. I’d love to attend The Glasgow School of Art in the future.”

Castlehead High School S4 pupils Hollie and Gemma also had their work acknowledged with their entries being granted ‘commended’ and highly commended’ recognition on the night.

19/10/2023

“Mental health is something we all have, and issues around mental wellbeing can affect us in lots of different ways. The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival is the perfect time to highlight the number of ways people can engage with the arts in Renfrewshire and shine a light on the many positive impacts it can have on their wellbeing.”

That’s what Community Partnerships Manager for Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership, Roisin Robertson said about Renfrewshire’s programme for this year’s Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival.

The national festival, which is led by the Mental Health Foundation, began on 4 October and finishes on Sunday 22 October 2023. It is one of the world’s leading arts events dedicated to mental health.

This year’s festival has focused on the theme of ‘revolution’ exploring how engagement in the arts can help prevent mental ill health and challenge mental health stigma. Renfrewshire has been running a diverse range of events, exhibitions and workshops aimed at supporting people’s mental health and wellbeing as part of the festival.

Some of the key events which have taken place include ‘An Afternoon to make you well happy’ at local Paisley venue The Bungalow, where people were able to enjoy an afternoon of performance, fun and games with the Well Happy Band, as well as learn techniques to reduce anxiety, increase energy and boost their mood.

Renfrewshire’s Community Wellbeing Network also unveiled its photography exhibition, at Renfrew Town Hall, as part of the festival, where the work of local organisations that support positive mental health outcomes were on display.
Roisin added: “Being able to access the arts and use them to express our thoughts and feelings can help people manage their emotions and help reduce feelings of anxiety.”

To mark the end of the festival The Bungalow are hosting a Mental Health Rocks event this Sunday 22 October from 1pm – 6pm where bands and DJs will celebrate the positive impact that music and creativity can have on people’s mental health and wellbeing. Four bands will be performing in a range of genres, while DJs will play ‘songs that make you happy’ submitted by people in advance of the event and on the day.

To find out more about the Mental Health Rocks event or Renfrewshire’s programme for Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival please visit the Paisley Is website

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