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What is Space to Create?
Space to Create is a key project strand of Gloucestershire Libraries National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) status, supported by the Arts Council for 4 years. The project aims to empower young people through hands-on learning, digital skills, and personal growth in creative outlets.
We want to inspire all young people 16-24, from all walks of life, whether they are not in mainstream education, employment or training, struggle with their mental health, who are leaving care, or have additional needs.
Explore creative careers at our Digital Bootcamps
Digital Bootcamps are coming to a Lab near you, and they're packed with opportunities to get inspired by industry experts from the world of creative technology, from animation, web design, illustration and photography, to game design and music engineering.
Whether you're taking a break from school, job hunting, building confidence, or just want to explore your creativity, this program is for you. Running alongside the school term, you'll get hands-on experience, learn new skills, and make connections that could jumpstart your career.
You'll also get to showcase your work in exhibitions and see what others are creating. But that's not all—your finished projects will be entered into a competition where the top creators will win prizes and work experience opportunities.
And just for completing the program, you'll walk away with a £20 Amazon gift voucher and a certificate to recognise your hard work.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to boost your skills and kick start your future!
Mix & Mash Music Sessions - in partnership with The Music Works
We’re excited to be partnering with The Music Works to bring Mix and Mash sessions to libraries across Gloucestershire from April 2025 —fun, creative music-making experiences designed especially for young people with additional needs, but open to all young people aged 7 to 25.
These inclusive sessions offer a welcoming space where everyone can explore music, no matter their ability or experience. Using specialist equipment and supported by highly trained staff, The Music Works ensures that every young person has the opportunity to take part, express themselves, and enjoy the power of sound.
Sessions will run on Wednesday afternoons, for 8 weeks in each library location, from 14.00 - 17.00 on a drop-in basis:
Bishops Cleave Library
Wednesday 9 April - Wednesday 28 May
Stroud Library
Wednesday 4 June - Wednesday 23 July
Coleford Library
Wednesday 30 July - Wednesday 17 September (there will be no session on Wednesday 6 August)
Cheltenham Library
Wednesday 24 September - Wednesday 12 November
Tewkesbury Library (Lab)
Wednesday 19 November - Wednesday 21 January
Newent Library
Wednesday 28 January - Wednesday 18 March
Come along, get creative, and discover what you can make happen with music.
For more information, email [email protected]
Upcoming Bootcamps
We are currently programming for 2025, so watch this space for more up and coming dates, complete our application form, or email [email protected]
