A Brixton arts hub run by a community charity is to host its first craft fair and vintage pop-up.
St Vincent’s on Talma Road is raising vital funds to ensure the centre can keep its doors open for people who need support.
The centre welcomes people of all ages, religions and ethnicities. It offers befriending, food parcels and practical assistance, while maintaining its focus on accessible arts and learning through creativity.
The fair will take place on Saturday 30 November from 1 to 6pm and St Vincent’s is urging local people to visit and see what they have to offer.
“We will have a vintage pop-up shop with clothes, footwear and handbags,” says centre officer Jane Duncan Ribero.
“We have invited local crafters, makers and businesses to get involved. It’s an opportunity for them to sell their products to a local audience. We will also have crafting activities for children and, of course, cakes for all.
“This is an event for local people to meet local makers and is also a fundraiser for the centre to support our projects for children, young people, families and older adults.
“Our projects are focused on building confidence, alleviating isolation, providing a warm space, plus skills and support for all during the cost-of-living crisis and beyond.
“Please do join us on the day or if you would like to donate to support our work, please contact FaithM@svp.org.uk.”
St Vincent’s Brixton is part of the wider St Vincent de Paul Society, part of a grassroots charity that works to alleviate poverty in all its forms through befriending and kindness.
The Society (SVP) was established in England and Wales in 1844 and is part of a large Christian voluntary movement dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people in need in 153 countries.
Its 870 local groups have 8,600 trained volunteer members who visit vulnerable or isolated people and offer them sincere friendship and practical support. In ten areas of the country it has local community support centres which respond to local needs and offer a warm welcome to everyone.
