About this Event
ME+WE: Heart Works is a series of 8 free creative workshops where art, wellbeing and health come together in a relaxed and welcoming community space.
Each session has a different theme connected to the heart — from strength, roots and emotions to nourishment, dreams and community. Through craft activities, conversation and reflection, we will explore not only physical heart health, but also the things that help us feel stronger, calmer and more connected to others.
🎨 Create
Try different arts and crafts activities including collage, textiles, stitching, beads, mixed media and nature-based art.
💛 Talk about how you feel
There will be a friendly space to reflect on emotions, stress, personal strengths and wellbeing.
❤️ Learn about heart health
We will explore simple, practical ideas about stress, movement, food, relaxation and everyday habits that can support your health.
🤝 Meet people and feel connected
The sessions are designed to be social and welcoming — a chance to meet others, share experiences and enjoy creating together.
🩺 Find out about health and wellbeing support
If you are unsure how the NHS works or where to go for support, we can help explain local services, social prescribing and other community support, and help you connect with the right service if needed.
The 8-session journey
12 September — My Heart
Getting to know each other through art.
19 September — Heart & Strength
Exploring personal strength and resilience through stitching.
3 October — Heart & Roots
Creating with fabric and exploring family, culture and memory.
17 October — Heart & Emotions
Using colour and beads to explore feelings and emotions.
31 October — Heart & Values
Creating symbols of what gives us strength and hope.
14 November — Heart & Nourishment
Exploring food, culture and what nourishes our hearts and bodies.
28 November — Heart & Dreams
Creating around hopes, healing and the future.
5 December — Heart & Community
Bringing our work together for a community exhibition.
These themes closely follow the eight-session structure in the funded programme.
Practical information
📍 Facework Maker Space
389 Queens Road, London SE14 5HD
🗓 12 September – 5 December 2026
🕛 Saturdays, 12:00–14:00
💛 Free to attend
🎨 All materials provided
🌍 Language support available
✨ No experience needed
You are welcome to join even if you cannot attend every session.
Who is it for?
The programme is primarily for adult sanctuary-seeking and migrant residents in North Lewisham, including people who may be experiencing stress, isolation or simply want more opportunities to connect with others and look after their wellbeing.
Language support is available, and sessions use clear, simple English.
About the programme
ME+WE: Heart Works is delivered by DobroDIY CIC.
The programme is supported through the Creative Health in Lewisham Neighbourhoods Microgrants 2026, co-funded by Lewisham Council and South East London Integrated Care System, in partnership with Lewisham Cultural Partnership and the ICB Creative Health Programme.
Event venue & nearby stays
Facework Maker Space, Queen's Road, London, United Kingdom
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