Summer 2024

Flash Company Arts: Community Allotment, Music Club, and More

Flash Company Arts has been diligently working with volunteers and community members to prepare our community allotment for planting. With the rainy weather giving way to sunshine, we’ve seized the opportunity to ready the ground for seasonal vegetables. We aim to distribute these fresh, homegrown vegetables through the community fridge, ensuring everyone has access to healthy produce. If you’re interested in getting involved or volunteering for the community fridge, visit us at Flowergate Hall. We would love to have you!

A generous donation from Ingrid Flute Cottages has allowed us to continue our Wednesday music club. These sessions are completely free, offering young people the chance to receive music lessons, learn new art skills, and share a meal with new friends. This initiative provides a supportive and creative environment for the youth in our community.

Looking ahead, our award-winning FEAST sessions are set to return with another fun-packed four weeks. While spaces are limited, a few free spots are still available. If you need assistance with booking or are unsure about eligibility, please reach out. We are committed to making these sessions accessible to all.

This September, we are excited to launch a new community voice group, “Whitby Community Voices.” This group will focus on discussing what we love about our community and exploring new opportunities and experiences for our town and villages. In addition to this, we hold a monthly Whitby Community Alliance meeting on the third Tuesday morning of each month. These meetings bring together organisations to share information, ideas, and plans. We hope the new community voice group will foster even more collaborative thinking and action, allowing us to raise our voices together for positive change. For those interested in joining the first meeting, keep an eye on our social media or email rebecca.flashcompanyarts@gmail.comto be added to our list.

Throughout the summer, our projects will contribute to a fabulous immersive installation at Flowergate Old Chapel as part of the ongoing “Edge of the World” project. This year’s theme is “Flowers of the Forest,” and we aim to decorate the chapel with flowers made by the community. You can participate in one of our Crafternoon sessions or create something at home that fits the theme. The project will culminate in a celebration event at the end of September, with more details to follow soon.

Flash Company Arts continues to thrive thanks to the enthusiasm and support of our community. Whether through gardening, music, or artistic endeavours, there are numerous ways to get involved and make a difference. Join us in these exciting initiatives as we work together to enrich our community and create lasting memories.