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05/09/2026

International Day of Charity reminds us that giving is good for our wellbeing too. By supporting others, we strengthen our communities—while acts of kindness can help us feel valued, purposeful and connected. What charitable act can you do today?

04/09/2026

Colour your life better
A box of coloured pencils can be a little box of calm. Choosing colours, making marks and watching an idea come to life can help slow things down, ease stress and give your mind a welcome break. Sometimes, a bit of colouring is all you need!

03/09/2026

Our World Su***de Prevention Day takes place in a week's time, on Thursday 10th September. This year, the event will take place in its entirety outside Salford Museum and Art Gallery from 6pm. This year's theme is "Changing the Narrative on Su***de". Everyone welcome.

02/09/2026

In pottery, no clay is wasted. We reclaim, reshape, and give it a new purpose. Our own lives can be the same. With time, care, and support, we can learn, grow, and reinvent ourselves. Every new beginning is full of possibility—and that's good for our mental wellbeing. 🏺💚

01/09/2026

Throwing clay on a potter’s wheel can be a mindful, grounding experience. The rhythm of the wheel encourages focus, patience and being present in the moment, while shaping something with your hands can reduce stress and boost confidence. Plus, it is a lot of fun!

31/08/2026

A great opportunity to have your work shown in Salford Museum & Art Gallery’s Open [5] exhibition.
This is for artists of any age who live, work, study or were born in Salford.
Entries are welcome in any medium including painting, drawing, print, textiles, photography, sculpture, mixed media and digital. Entries close on Thursday 3rd September – please complete a submission form to enter your work
https://salfordmuseum.com/open-5/
The exhibition will be open to the public from 19th September to 29th November

This is an exciting opportunity for artists of any age who live, work, study or were born in Salford. We welcome entries from artists in any medium including painting, drawing, print, textiles, photography, sculpture, mixed media and digital.

30/08/2026

Sculpting
There’s something really grounding about working with clay. Squishing, shaping & creating helps slow you down, switch off and be in the moment. Getting your hands messy while making something is satisfying too!
This was made by one of our members in the Inspire class!

28/08/2026

New Exhibition featuring some START members’ work:
New Adelphi Exhibition Gallery
University of Salford
17th Aug – 18th Dec 2026
Free entry, open to the public 10am – 4pm weekdays (not bank holiday).

28/08/2026

Wishing everyone a wonderful Manchester Pride weekend! A time to celebrate diversity, inclusion, love and being proud of who we are. Let’s come together, support one another and celebrate what makes our communities stronger. Have a fantastic weekend!

24/08/2026

You’re invited to the World Su***de Prevention Day Vigil, Thurs 10 Sept, 6–7:30pm, outside Salford Museum & Art Gallery. An evening of reflection, remembrance and celebration, with music, poetry, healthcare & council speakers, and a minute’s silence for those lost to su***de.