Taking up Space: Artist-Run Centres in the Contemporary Arts Scene Taking up Space delves into the unique nature of artist-run centres and how they behave in contrast to professional art spaces. Third Space, the only itinerant artist-run centre in Uptown Saint John, was first created as an organization by artists, for artists, but what does that mean compared to its creative counterparts? Learn more about how this spaceless organization operates and its relationship with the contemporary arts scene of Saint John through this talk, hosted by Manny Travers, Executive Director of the organization. Manny Travers (he/him/il) is a queer multidisciplinary artist and arts administrator from Wolastoq (Fredericton) based in Menaquesk (Saint John), New Brunswick. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a minor in Visual Communications & Culture from Mount Allison University, alongside a Certificate in Contemporary Management of Arts & Culture from the University of New Brunswick. He currently works as the Executive Director for Third Space, an itinerant artist-run centre in Uptown Saint John. With a passion for accessibility and the arts, Manny collaborates with local and regional organizations to support these causes, including AANFA (Atlantic Art at Night Festivals Alliance), Atlantis (Association of Artist-Run Centres from […]

We’re excited to be part of Indulge: A Food and Wine Festival in St. Andrews! Stop by our gallery to enjoy tasty bites from Caliente Tacos out back on the deck, and delicious samples from Chef Pierre Richards inside the gallery. There will be food, drinks, and live music all along Water Street, with over 30 stops to explore! Find us on the Indulge Festival map: https://indulgenb.com/taste-of-st-andrews-map

Join us on Saturday as we take part in the Indulge Wine Tasting Trail! We're stop #16 on the map, come by the gallery to sample a great wine pairing in a beautiful setting. With 30+ tasting locations, live music, and amazing local food and drink, it’s the perfect way to explore St. Andrews.

Join us for our much loved indoor plant sale, a long-standing tradition rooted in the gallery’s Nature-side legacy, dating back to Dick Saunders and John Castell. We’ll have a beautiful selection of small to medium potted plants, plus a few larger statement pieces. Each plant comes with basic care instructions, making them perfect for both seasoned plant lovers and budding green thumbs. All proceeds support the Sunbury Gallery, come early for the best pick!

Mindfulness and Moss: The Power of Art and Nature in a Time of Climate Crisis The event is free but please register in advance as space is limited   “Stitching Connections, Cultivating Harmony: Embrace Nature’s Presence, One Thread at a Time.” Led by artist and climate advocate Danielle Smith, Mindfulness and Moss is a four-hour, community-based workshop exploring the intersection of art, mindfulness, and climate resilience. Blending fiber arts, reflection, and shared storytelling, the workshop invites participants to slow down, reconnect with nature, and find grounding through creative practice. Participants will engage in guided reflection, gentle grounding activities, and collaborative art-making using slow stitching—a meditative technique that encourages presence and imperfection. Each participant will create or contribute to a larger collective artwork known as the bed of moss, symbolizing connection, growth, and active hope in a time of environmental uncertainty. Through dialogue and shared experiences, participants will: Explore how art and nature can foster personal resilience and emotional well-being. Build connections within their community. Leave behind a meaningful “nature story.” Discover pathways for engaging with local climate solutions.