July 28, 2025 
Events 
Sign up for our new event ‘Paint & Sip’ this October Half Term
When? Monday 27th October 2025
Where? HEART: Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre [Google Maps]
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Who? CHD Patients (aged 13+)
Join the CHSF team for an exciting evening at our first Paint & Sip Event!
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Meet other young people with CHD
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Take part in a fun painting workshop
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Enjoy a night of creativity in a relaxed, non-medical environment
A great opportunity to build friendships, try something new and have fun! We can’t wait to see you there!
For more info email lucy.mcmahon@chsf.org.uk
FAQs
It’s a creative social session where our youth and adult patients get to paint guided artwork while sipping on fun, alcohol-free mocktails. No art experience needed – just come to have fun!
This event is designed for people aged 13 + who are living with congenital heart disease (CHD). It’s a chance to have fun, connect with others who “get it” and enjoy a relaxed, non-medical setting.
Absolutely not. This is a completely alcohol-free event. We’ll be serving a variety of mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Nope! All materials – including canvas, paints, brushes, and aprons – will be provided.
Yes, parents are welcome to attend. However, we encourage them to relax in our “Parent Corner” so that our teens and young people can socialise more freely with their peers.
There is parking on site but there is a limited amount so please allow time to either find parking on surrounding streets or park at the closest car park: White Rose House Private Car Park.
That’s totally okay! This event is designed to help you make new friends in a laid-back, supportive environment. You won’t be the only one coming solo.
A fun, beginner-friendly painting guided by an instructor. Think bold colors, simple shapes and plenty of room for creativity!
Wear something comfortable – we’ll provide aprons, but painting can get a little messy. Don’t wear your favorite outfit just in case!
The event will run for approximately 2 hours including painting time, mocktail breaks and social time.
No, the event is free but registration is required.
Yes, we ask that all attendees register ahead of time so we can prepare enough materials and mocktails for everyone.
Feel free to reach out to Family & Youth Support Worker Lu at lucy.mcmahon@chsf.org.uk with any questions.
Sign up to Paint & Sip
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