Mental Health Weeks: Arts come to Pays de L'Arbresle

The 37th Mental Health Information Weeks offer free art workshops open to everyone.

Generic image of a community art workshop.
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Generic image of a community art workshop.

From October 5 to 18, 2026, Pays de L’Arbresle celebrates the 37th Mental Health Information Weeks themed 'For our mental health, let's open ourselves to the arts'.

The 37th edition of the Mental Health Information Weeks (SISM) will take place from October 5 to 18, 2026, focusing on the theme 'For our mental health, let's open ourselves to the arts'. During this period, the 'Caravane des Arts' (Arts Caravan) will stop in the Pays de L’Arbresle area, accompanied by a collective of traveling artists.
The program includes workshops on artistic practices, dance movement sessions, storytelling, and a friendly space for sharing and discussion. Two free events, open to all and requiring no prior registration, are scheduled.
The first event will be held on Wednesday, October 14, from 2 PM to 5 PM, at the Salle polyvalente, located at 30 route de Bibost in Saint-Julien-sur-Bibost. The second will take place on Saturday, October 17, from 2 PM to 5 PM, at the Salle du Repiel, chemin des Farges, in Bully.
Art is recognized as a powerful means to foster emotional expression, strengthen social bonds, and contribute to individual well-being. Organizers encourage the public to attend in large numbers.
Based on information from the official source: Communauté de communes - Pays de l'Arbresle (CCPA) (02/10/2026)