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Jean Adamson Jean Adamson

Mindful Art

The group plan to meet once a fortnight, and although at present we are an all-female group, I have heard a couple of the guys say that they were thinking about checking it out. We also had a young woman present as part of the group who is considering joining the SHED. Let’s hope she does as she has been looking around for an art group to join. If her initial art skills are anything to judge by, she is in the right place. Let’s hope she will become a new member soon.

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We often feature in our local paper The Greenock Telegraph and The SMSA ‘Scottish Shedder’ Magazine

A man with glasses, a red beard, and wearing a camouflage hoodie and a cap is working in a woodworking workshop. In one image, he stands in front of a workbench with tools hanging on a pegboard. In the other, he is using a power saw at a workbench.
Three photos showing a government minister visiting a community project shed, interacting with people, and speaking at an event inside the shed.
Group of four people at a community garden, some holding gardening tools, planting and tending to soil in a residential yard.
Group photo of Inverclyde Shed members, article about successful community project under the Community Empowerment Act 2015, overhead view of buildings.
Inverclyde Shed article with group photo and aerial view of building with solar panels.
Image of an article about the Inverclyde Shed's beekeeping project. Features photos of people in bee suits and descriptive text about their beekeeping activities and educational outreach in Port Glasgow.
Inverclyde Shed article highlighting a community group aiming to reduce isolation. Features images of group members, description of activities, and benefits of networking. Discusses support within Scottish Men's Shed Association.
Inverclyde Shed article featuring group photo of members, headline 'Meet, Make, Grow, Share', and two men working on a woodworking project; text discusses community engagement and reducing isolation.
Newspaper article featuring Gary Martin and his artworks made from recycled materials to help with PTSD.
Newspaper article about park rejuvenation plans in Gourock Park, featuring Inverclyde Shed founder Bruce Newlands and councillor Lynne Quinn, with an inset image of the park area.
Newspaper article titled "Group bid to create growing space on historic orchard site" with a photo of Bruce Newlands and Inverclyde Shed volunteers holding gardening tools. The article discusses plans to restore a historic orchard in Gourock Park for
Community gardening project led by Inverclyde Shed featuring children and adults working in raised garden beds; educational and community engagement article.
Article titled 'Inverclyde Shed' highlighting efforts to reduce social isolation through community activities. Features a photo of three people, Jane Dixon from Circular Communities Scotland, Peter McNab, and John Cook. Discusses circular economy ini
Group of children and an adult standing by a garden planter, newspaper article titled 'Youngsters are growing places thanks to Shed'.
Inverclyde Shed group article detailing community projects and timber work
Collage of attendees and activities at the Gourock Word Festival, including people playing instruments, a crowd sitting at outdoor benches, individuals in a tent, a child in a beekeeper suit, and various festival goers holding books and pamphlets. He
Inverclyde Shed newsletter article discussing International Men's Day, mental health issues, and promoting positive role models. Includes a group photo of members and information on community projects like the Suicide Prevention Toolkit. Emphasizes r
Newspaper article about Inverclyde Shed highlighting a group gathering to reduce isolation. Includes a photo of people sitting around a table outdoors with writing materials. It discusses a creative writing event and community activities in Inverclyd
Group holding books promoting Inverclyde Word Festival
Group of children playing in a colorful outdoor mud kitchen, engaged in pretend cooking activities.
Collage of people at an event, including a band with musicians and a woman in the center, two young boys, men socializing, a couple, and a woman with a colorful cutout figure outside a building with banners.
Inverclyde Shed article about community empowerment and workshops.
Newspaper article about Inverclyde Shed winning a top award, featuring images of the community group and the award ceremony.
Children playing in a mud kitchen at Bluebird Family Centre with a colorful play area, accompanied by an adult.
Inverclyde Shed newspaper column discussing the Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation, their events, accomplishments, and community engagement in 2024.
Inverclyde Shed newsletter about No Dig gardening
Gardening newspaper article featuring George Irvine with tips on festive flowers, weather changes, and 'no dig' horticulture concept by Charles Dowding.
Collage of images from an event titled 'Out in the Open,' featuring people visiting various exhibits, including a fire museum, with interactive displays and activities. Photos include visitors posing, people exploring, and children with display items
A group of five people standing and holding an award, wearing formal and casual attire, with a headline 'Growing Places' above them. Text below discusses a community engagement award for environmental efforts.
People gathered in a digital fabrication workshop, part of Inverclyde Shed, with text describing the initiative's efforts to reduce social isolation and promote skills in design and fabrication.
Inverclyde Shed newsletter detailing a community orchard project, featuring an overhead view of the site and people gathered in a group photo. The text explains the planting of fruit trees and hedgerows, supported by local organizations, to combat so
The Scottish Shedder newsletter cover page with a group of men seated and listening attentively.
Newsletter page about Men's Shed projects including metalwork, mindfulness session, and singing workshops.
Cover of The Scottish Shedder magazine, May 2023, featuring the Scottish Men's Sheds Association logo, and text about shed anniversaries. Background includes an aerial view of buildings.
Cover of The Scottish Shedder newsletter, August 2021, showing a group of people holding a trophy for 'Scottish Men's Shed of the Year 2020'. Highlight about award applications is included.
The Inverclyde Shed article featuring event participation and awards, including an image of an award trophy and an aerial view of the Shed.
Inverclyde Shed honesty veg stall with organic vegetables including cabbage, kale, and jars, located in Greenock. Information about Inverclyde Community Gardens’ Harvest Week displayed.
Scottish Shedders magazine page discussing Inverclyde Shed's tool library and repair café initiative with an image of three people, and information on Scottish Recovery Network's suicide prevention resource. July 2024 issue.
Iranian refugee Javad Soltani creates tartan guitar at Inverclyde Shed
Recipe for zero-waste cauliflower soup featuring ingredients and cooking method, with images of soup, fresh greens, and chopped cauliflower.
Image of a beekeeping operation by Inverclyde Shed featuring a man holding a bee-covered board, a close-up of a beehive, and another beekeeper working on a hive. Text discusses the successful honey production and invites viewers to watch a YouTube vi
Magazine article titled 'The Key to a Successful CAT' by Bruce Newlands from The Scottish Shedder, July 2024. Discusses community projects and renewables by The Inverclyde Shed, featuring an aerial photo of a building complex and activities involving
Community fund flyer highlighting Inverclyde Shed's achievement of receiving £77,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund. Includes a photo of a group holding a large cheque, information on the shed's activities, opening times, and a statement fr
Inverclyde Shed's community growing space announcement with an image of a garden bed. The text describes planting trees like plum, apple, pear, cherry, and peach, and mentions other vegetables in a nearby garden. Published in The Scottish Shedder, Ma
Inverclyde Shed fidget boards display with various sensory items for dementia patients; includes text explaining project benefits.
Magazine page titled 'Shed-to-Shed Visits' featuring photos of a workshop, people, and text about community learning exchange programs and tool libraries. July 2023 issue of The Scottish Shedder.
Newsletter page from "The Scottish Shedder" July 2023, featuring a section on shed-to-shed visits with text about a visit to GalGael and photos of a sawmill and a shed.
Newsletter page highlighting Inverclyde Shed's Shore Street Community Garden project, featuring images of volunteers with produce, vegetable plots, and a 3D printer.
Newsletter page about The Inverclyde Shed's beekeeping project, featuring text about volunteer involvement and honey production, alongside images of honey frames, beekeepers in protective gear, and volunteers working.
Magazine page featuring two community shed projects. Top section describes the renovation of a doll's house by Inverclyde Shed, with images of a girl smiling with the house. Bottom section showcases a folding bench that transforms into a picnic table
Newsletter page featuring articles about donations to men's sheds, specifically Stonehaven and Inverclyde, with images and contact information for respective organizations.
Newsletter article titled 'The Inverclyde Shed receives a visit from Houston and Killellan Shedders' with text and photos of men working and conversing in a workshop.
Magazine page detailing a commemorative plaque project for Janice Graham, a nurse who died of Covid-19, and community bird table initiative.
A newsletter page titled 'Shed Projects' describing activities by The Inverclyde Shed. Multiple photos depict a metal shed, a wooden planter with a tree, people with beekeeping equipment, woodturning tools, and members working with camera equipment.
Newsletter page discussing donations to Stonehaven Men's Shed and Inverclyde Shed expansion.
Inverclyde Shed's Shore Street Community Garden article featuring a man and woman holding produce, images of composting and gardening activities, and a 3D printer. The article discusses the community garden's success during lockdown, donations, futur
Article titled 'Inverclyde Shed begins a new chapter' featuring text about the opening of a new facility and an aerial photo of the structure. Source: The Scottish Shedder, May 2023 edition, page 25.
Newsletter page about The Inverclyde Shed participating in Doors Open Day, featuring workshop demonstrations, awards for sustainability and community contribution, and a photo of an award trophy. Published in The Scottish Shedder, September 2023.
Magazine page featuring an article about Inverclyde Shed's community garden, images of composting and a 3D printer, and information on future projects.
Newsletter page from "Shed Life" featuring articles about the Virtual Inverclyde Shed launch and Gala Men's Shed visor production for key workers. Includes an image of a Zoom meeting and a picture of face visors.
Collage of people working on boatbuilding projects, featuring text about Inverclyde Shed's Boatbuilding Club activities, with images of individuals assembling and crafting boat parts.
Inverclyde Shed hosts Barrhead visit event, featuring a group of men sitting at a table with guitars on the wall. The event highlights the exchange of ideas on dust extraction systems and shed machinery. Text describes the visit and comments from mem
Promotional newsletter page for Inverclyde Shed highlighting funding from National Lottery Community Fund Scotland for projects. Includes an aerial image of the premises and text about initiatives and community engagement. Features the logo of The Sh
People holding a heart-shaped wreath for 'Light Up a Life 2021' with text about Inverclyde Shed supporting Ardgowan Hospice.
Man standing in garden with drink and thermos, smiling.
Magazine page featuring two photos and text about the Inverclyde Shed. The left photo shows a person holding a bucket of potatoes, wearing a camouflage hoodie and face covering. The right photo shows a person wearing a hood. Text discusses community
Image of a newsletter page titled 'What’s Cooking in the Shed?' featuring a Westhill SheShed curry tasting night, a lentil curry recipe with ingredients and method, and a section on seasonal dishes from Inverclyde Shed allotments. Various images depi
Inverclyde Shed, Covid Carving Club projects, woodworking tools, wooden carvings, custom bench, tribute to Zachary Holleran
Inverclyde Shed visits Lanark Men's Shed event with group discussions and 3D printed objects
Aerial view of Greenock's East Blackhall Street with an article about Inverclyde Shed transformation.
Magazine page titled 'Shed Life' featuring an article about The Inverclyde Shed receiving a £500,000 grant for renovating an old shed into a community workshop. Includes information about funding, project plans, and quotes from community leaders. Ima
Newsletter page titled 'The Shed Garden' featuring an article about a Scottish gardening project, community engagement, and volunteer opportunities. Includes images of people gardening, planting seeds, and managing vegetable plots.
Newsletter featuring SMSA Trustees visit to Inverclyde Shed. Includes a photo of two men, one identified as Charlie Miller. The text details the SMSA's support for Men's Sheds and describes facilities at the Inverclyde Shed. It invites potential boar
Inverclyde Shed announcement of funding from National Lottery Community Fund Scotland for growth projects. It includes a community aerial view photo and details plans for enhancing woodworking and educational facilities.
Magazine page about Men's Sheds activities with articles and images of participants engaging in various projects, such as gardening and woodworking. Includes a large group photo, a small workshop scene, and a check presentation.
Inverclyde Shed award celebration for horticultural achievement, group photo with certificate
Aerial view of St. Laurence's Orchard Project featuring Lomond View No Dig Garden, Orchard Street, and Belville Community Gardens. Text discusses planting of heritage apple trees, supported by The Tree Council and other organizations. Photo by Finlay
Newsletter article about Inverclyde's 'When the Wind Blows' project, featuring images of a poppy flower, a garden with a bridge, and a sign for a wildflower meadow. The project is part of the Absent Friends Festival 2020 with collaboration from Palli
Article on pickling techniques by Bruce Newlands, discussing methods like fermentation for preserving vegetables. Includes images of jars with pickled vegetables and recipes for sauerkraut, piccalilli, and kimchi. Provides ingredients and steps for p
Community gardening project by Inverclyde Shed and Larkfield Youth Connections featuring "no dig" method.