EVENTS and activities celebrating the health and wellbeing benefits of the arts in Gwynedd are being held throughout March.

There is something for everyone with everything from creative writing courses to arts and crafts, creative music sessions.

An art exhibition is being held at Ysbyty Gwynedd’s gallery and a new venture Canfod y Gân, is offering a chance for vulnerable young people and adults to sing together and enjoy music together.

Gwynedd Council’s Cabinet Member for Economic Development, Councillor Gareth Thomas, said: “There’s no doubt that getting involved with the arts is hugely beneficial for our health and wellbeing – be that by enjoying the imagination and skill of others or having the chance to get stuck in and being creative ourselves.

“I’m glad that local people will have the chance to try something new and would urge everyone to take a look to see what’s available and have a go at something new.”

Research by health experts shows that involvement with the arts will lead to benefits for wellbeing in five ways: connecting with people around us, being active, taking notice, keep learning and giving to others.

There are also plans to put in place a major research scheme piloting an arts on prescription model for adult health and wellbeing in Gwynedd.

Further details will be published during the second week of March. For more information or book your place on to one of these arts sessions, see: www.gwyneddgreadigol.com

The activities aim to help people make friends and new connections. The month-long celebration has been coordinated by Gwynedd Council’s Community Arts Service, and is part of a joint venture across all the counties in North Wales, where similar events will be held.

For more information, or to book your place on arts sessions (more details will be published during the second week of March) see: www.gwyneddgreadigol.com or see the Gwynedd Greadigol Facebook page.