NSI are extremely grateful for the funding from the Communities Health and Wellbeing Fund for Happy Daze. Happy Daze was set up in May 2023 by Ken Barlow, a trustee of NSI and local author. A reminiscence group that brought together people of a certain generation to remember how Newton Stewart used to be through […]

This will be our third events flyer for Newton Stewart and the surrounding areas and a copy will be dropping through your letterboxes next week. Covering weekly activities and special events in the area it provides residents and visitors with information in one place on what is going on. Thank you to Kilgallioch Community Fund

It’s that time of year again … the Green Fayre is back! Sat 3rd May 2025 10am-2pm, Vibe 75 Newton Stewart. We are open for stall bookings.  The Green Fayre has quickly turned into a combi event – introducing new people to the amazing community groups working hard in the region to protect nature, educate and

NSI have created an events calendar for Vibe 75 for this next year. More events may be added in time but for now this is what we currently have scheduled. If you want to book a stall or a table at an event please email info@newtonstewartinitiative.net. Keep an eye on our Facebook page too for

For artists and crafters to thin out their stash ( and buy from others!) Coffee morning and knit and natter. Pop along for a cuppa and browse for new materials for your own hobby. Vibe 75, Saturday 1st March 10-3pm

Looking to declutter and raise a bit of money? Book a table at the Car Less Boot Sale n Vibe 75 on Saturday 8th March. Under a roof so not getting wet outside and not weather dependent, come rain or shine it will be on, preferably shine though. Email info@newtonstewartinitiative.net to book a table Have

Our Here to Help Fayre is back on Friday 28th March 1-5pm at Vibe 75. This will be our third one. Bringing together a variety of support services for residents under one roof. Newton Stewart Initiative works in partnership with NODA ( Noone Dies Alone) and Machars Home Team ( Dumfries and Galloway Health and

The Trustees of the Scottish Dark Sky Observatory seek to appoint two new Trustees, who they would like to be drawn from residents of the area relatively local to Clatteringshaws Loch.   The Scottish Dark Sky Observatory – Appointment of TrusteesThe Scottish Dark Sky Observatory is a registered charity whose principal charitable purpose is:The advancement of

Newton Stewart Initiative was one of 11 local community groups in the Dumfries and Galloway area to receive funding from Stranoch Windfarm Sponsorship Fund for a free community cafe in Newton Stewart. The funding is being used to cover costs of the venue, food and drink for anyone who may be struggling with rising fuel

Newton Stewart Initiative are having a car-less boot sale in Vibe 75 on Saturday 8th February 10-3pm A great opportunity to declutter or grab a bargain! Email info@newtonstewartinitiative.net to book your space now