Message from Qube, Oswestry.
| Latest news and updates from Qube
Hello from us all at Qube...
This month we are hosting an exhibition of shortlisted entries to our annual Arts Open competition! The exhibition will be running throughout August until 12 September, featuring entries created on the theme of 'Discovery and Exploration'. We've received over 100 entries this year from many talented artists, some exhibiting with us for the first time, others having exhibited since Qube's first Arts Open back in 2010.
We're looking for a Finance and a Transport Officer to join our team. Would you like to support your community and make a difference to Oswestry? Find out more online here and give us a call or email for more information.
Our social groups are very popular at the moment. We have a waiting list if you would like to get involved in the fun. Just get in touch!
Full details on all our services can be found on our website. Please feel free to call or email us if we can help you or someone you know. You can contact us on 01691 656882 or email info@qube-oca.org.uk.
Here is some of our latest news and services…
| | New Exhibition: Arts Open 2022
Our annual competition and exhibition takes center stage in our gallery until 12th September, showcasing over 60 shortlisted works from artists around the country.
Vote for your favourite to win the People's Choice prize, either by popping in or emailing us! Take a look at the online exhibition here.
| | | | We're growing! Would you like to join our team?
Qube exists to help people stay engaged in their community, promote well-being and reduce loneliness and isolation. We are looking for a Finance Officer (part-time) and a Transport Officer (full-time) to join us. Would you like to make a difference to Oswestry and the surrounding area? See our latest vacancies here... | | | Summer workshops for ages 7-14
Qube is holding a series of Summer workshops as part of the HAF programme. Join us for tennis themed games, arts & crafts and a hot meal! These are FREE for young people receiving Free School Meals and can be booked here. Spaces are available on our website for those not on free school meals for just £5. | | | New exhibition: Beauty of the Moon
New to our balcony this month is an exhibition of 12 artworks from returning exhibitor Lisa Lochhead! Her pieces explore the essence of womanhood in a variety of colourful and beautiful forms. Come in and take a look! Find out more here...
| | | Training for community organisations
Are you part of a community or voluntary organisation and would like to improve your skills? A range of online training events have been launched to support community groups, voluntary organisations and volunteers within Shropshire. These events are heavily subsidised. See them all and book online here... | | | Upcoming Exhibition: Get Creative!
Show us your creativity! Bring in or send us your artwork to be featured in a exhibition celebrating all things creative. This could be anything from a painting, drawing, poem or short story to photography or knitted socks! All forms of creativity are welcome from all ages and abilities. Get in touch for details.
| | | What is the Community Connectors Network?
The Shropshire Community Connectors Network welcomes all organisations, charities and social enterprise working to support our communities. You could be working for a large organisation or be on your own, delivering a local service or community project. Click here for details on how to join... | | | | Thinking of volunteering?
Qube's Volunteer Centre can help you find a voluntary role to match your needs. We also provide free advertising for charity, social enterprise or community group organisations who need volunteers. Further details can be found here...
| | | | We're looking for community car drivers!
Would you like to become a community car driver and join our team of volunteers! We provide a vital service for Oswestry, helping those struggling with loneliness and isolation stay connected. Would you like to make a difference to people's lives? Get in touch for more details. | | | Are you an artist or maker?
We're always keen to hear from anyone looking to sell their work with us. Throughout the year Qube has a small shop selling handmade items, from jewellery, textiles and woodwork to ceramics, cards and prints. If you would like information on how to display in our gallery shop, please contact us at art@qube-oca.org.uk. | | | | |
