Life goes on buzzing! – Karten Network

We were thrilled to see our Life Goes On poster proudly displayed in the window at Cineworld St Helens in the run-up to our public screening on 6th June. Seeing our film featured at a major cinema was a huge milestone for the whole team!

A three-part collage showing the premiere of a film titled Life Goes On. The first image shows the exterior of a Cineworld cinema with a poster displayed in the window. The second image is a close-up of the film poster featuring portraits of cast members in colorful blocks. The third image shows the inside of a cinema with rows of empty red and black seats facing a large screen displaying the title LIFE GOES ON....

Before the public debut, we hosted a special cast and crew screening in May at Lucem House Cinema. It was a heartfelt afternoon, giving everyone who worked on the film a chance to come together and see their hard work come to life on screen, a well-deserved moment of celebration and pride.

A group of people stand at the front of a small cinema auditorium, smiling and waving at the camera. Behind them, the large cinema screen displays the title LIFE GOES ON. The group includes a mix of individuals, some standing and others seated or using mobility aids. The atmosphere is cheerful and celebratory.

To make sure everything was just right, we ran a screen test at Cineworld St Helens ahead of the June screening. Everything looked fantastic, and we were ready to welcome audiences for a top-tier big screen experience.

A triptych of images from the Life Goes On film screening. The left image shows a scene from the film projected in a dark cinema, where three women are standing and talking. The centre image is the film’s poster, featuring a collage of cast portraits against colourful pastel backgrounds with the title Life Goes On – A Buzz Hub Production. The right image shows a close-up of a woman speaking in a kitchen, with captions reading “staring into space and then randomly disappearing for hours on end.”

Life Goes On is a moving ensemble drama produced by Buzz Hub Productions, interweaving four powerful storylines that explore the complexities of modern life, love, loss, and personal growth. Written by Sophie Tickle, the film was uniquely shaped through a collaborative process—members of our film club selected the themes and direction, making Life Goes On a true reflection of shared creativity and storytelling.

A massive thank you to everyone who supported us along the way!

Art on the platform

In a vibrant partnership with Rotary St Helens, our talented Art Club members have brought the town’s history to life through a remarkable series of seven collaborative artworks, now proudly installed at St Helens Central Station.

Four Polaroid-style photos show large-scale artworks displayed outdoors on metal fences along a brick pathway.

A vibrant collage of colourful abstract and geometric shapes, created in bold tones of red, yellow, blue, and green.

A detailed, busy cityscape drawing dominated by red tones, featuring buildings, roads, and movement.

A Van Gogh-inspired painting with swirling skies and stylised towers, blending night-time blues with warm orange accents.

A wide-angle view showing multiple artworks in a row along a fenced walkway, with trees in the background.

Each piece highlights a different historic location in the town, blending the distinct styles and talents of multiple artists into rich, collaged compositions. Each artwork draws inspiration from both the architecture of the historic site and the art movement that aligns with the period in which it was built. In addition, every piece includes the names of Buzz Hub artists, project sponsors, and a QR code linking to historical insights and future updates.

A colourful abstract painting filled with blocks, stripes, and overlapping shapes in soft pastel and bold shades, displayed on a fence in an urban area.

A bright and expressive artwork made up of several colourful scenes showing stylised buildings and landscapes with bold outlines and vivid contrasts.

A detailed black-and-white architectural drawing of the Friends' Meeting House, showing intricate textures and historic brickwork in fine linework.

Together, the artworks form a striking visual celebration of St Helens’ heritage, creativity, and community spirit.

This inspiring project was made possible through funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, as part of the Creative Underground initiative, and was coordinated by the St Helens Archive Service (part of St Helens Borough Council). The aim was to transform the station into a more welcoming space—one that reflects the town’s unique identity and artistic energy. It has done just that.

Kicking goals in Belfast

A huge thank you to Rotary St Helens for generously donating track tops to our football team! The lads looked sharp and proud as they headed to Belfast for the George Best Community Cup on June 18th.

Two men in red F.C. St Helens tracksuits smile at the camera while sitting in stadium seats.

A group of players in matching red tracksuits celebrate with their arms raised on a football bench.

A man in a blazer poses with a football player holding up a red F.C. St Helens shirt, in front of a "Next Home Match" sign.

Four men pose together, two holding up another red team shirt with sponsorship logos visible.

Our Buzz Print Team did an amazing job customising the jackets, adding that extra boost of confidence before the tournament.

Over two tough days, the team played nine matches against top UK and Irish disability teams, finishing with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses — narrowly missing the finals by just one goal difference! A special highlight was beating the unbeaten professional side Glentoran FC — a historic win for Buzz Hub.

A group of players in white and red football kits smile and pose together on a grassy field, some crouching or kneeling.

The team sits at an outdoor pub table, sharing drinks and laughing together.

The team gathers on an airport tarmac in red travel tracksuits, posing in front of a plane’s boarding stairs.

A football team huddles in a semi-circle on a sunny pitch, receiving instructions from their coach.

Players in striped kits walk across the pitch, some chatting and preparing for the match.

A group shot of players in red and black kits seated and smiling on a patio.

The team walks off the pitch after a game, chatting and relaxed.

Even an Irish FA representative praised our grassroots squad’s dedication and skill, making us all proud

“What an experience flying over competing with some of the best disability teams in the UK. Everyone played a part, we all had a laugh, and the lads gave it everything. Winning 5, drawing 2, and losing just 2 of our 9 matches over the 2 days. We didn’t win it overall but we did create a bit of Buzz Hub history beating the unbeaten professional side Glentoran FC (one of the biggest teams in Northern Ireland) in our last game to top off a great weekend”

– Chris, Buzz Hub Staff Member

Players in red travel outfits walk toward a building on arrival.

Several players in kit rest on the sidelines, chatting or hydrating.

A small group of players walk together on the tarmac beside a plane.

Players board a flight via stairs to an easyJet plane.

A group of players in kit line up on the field, posing for a team photo.

The team huddles before kickoff, hands in the centre.

A player prepares to take a penalty shot during a match.

A goalkeeper in a bright yellow kit stands ready in goal as the ball is lined up for a shot.

Thanks again to Rotary St Helens and the Buzz Print Team for their incredible support. The whole Buzz Hub family came together to represent St Helens with pride. Up the Buzz Hub Stripes! ⚽

#LOVESTHELENS Exhibition

Inspired by all the things they love about St Helens, our arts and crafts unit groups were busy creating a collection of heartfelt artwork. The finished pieces were proudly on display at St Helens Parish Church in the town centre between 23rd and 29th June as part of the six-week #LoveStHelens festival celebrating everything local.

There was a variety of different artwork created by our members, all made collaboratively using different mediums for each piece. The exhibition included paintings, collages, drawings, sculptures, and even a film

A vibrant, multi-layered sculptural tower made from colourful translucent materials, displayed on a hot pink table inside a church. Surrounding it is a backdrop of sketches and architectural drawings pinned to a board.

World of Glass – Inspired by the vibrant art at the World of Glass, this sculpture featured painted and engraved panels, including handwritten notes from members. Its shape echoed the museum’s entrance chimney.

A large handcrafted model of a reddish-brown historic building made from painted cardboard. The structure includes photo cut-outs of people and windows, and is displayed on a red carpet in a grand interior setting.

Gamble – A model of the Gamble building displayed our members photography in the windows, alongside handwritten local phrases and inspiring quotes from members.

A small bronze-coloured metal house sculpture on a pink table, beside a bowl filled with red heart-shaped paper pieces and pens. Behind it, art panels and painted boards are visible in a wooden-panelled hall.

Parish Church – An interactive sculpture inviting visitors to write why they love St Helens on heart-shaped notes and post them inside. It will be gifted to the church as a lasting tribute to the town.

A large, energetic mixed-media collage on an easel featuring drawings of rugby players, team logos, and fan art in red, white, and black tones. The work celebrates local team spirit and individual creativity.

Saints – A mixed media collage combining digital iPad artwork with traditional materials like paint and ink, created by our talented art club members.

An expressive silhouette of a tower painted in abstract splashes of blue, green, pink, and yellow on a cut-out board, displayed on an easel. The piece features sketched towers at its base, blending architecture with colour play.

Beechams – Using oil pastel transfer techniques, members recreated photos from our media group and collaged them onto a canvas shaped like the iconic Beechams building.

A textured bust sculpture made from blue-toned papier-mâché with visible layered paper and collage elements, displayed on a pink table with a circular white base. Children’s drawings hang in the background.

Dream – Built from wire mesh, paper, and mod roc, this sculpture was finished with photos of the Dream and its surroundings, captured by our media group.

A large square canvas filled with swirling shades of green, brown, and yellow paint, suggestive of leaves and forest textures. The piece is displayed on a pink cloth-covered plinth beneath ornate wooden panelling.

Carr Mill Dam – Made using foraged materials from around Carr Mill Dam, this piece used ink and dam water to brush, splash, and print natural textures onto canvas.

Four Polaroid-style photos show participants taking part in a creative activity in what appears to be a church or community hall, with pink tables and small decorative birdhouses:

A woman carefully places a painted item into a pink birdhouse with a smile.

A man in a grey hoodie and red scarf drops something into a similar birdhouse, smiling warmly.

A young person in a burgundy hoodie beams at the camera while taking part in the same activity.

A man in an F.C. St Helens jacket concentrates as he draws or writes on a pink surface.

Print for change

We were delighted to support Listen4Change, the St Helens Parent Carer Forum, by printing 200 branded tote bags and 200 trolley tokens for their latest outreach initiative.

These items were designed to help raise awareness of the forum’s vital work in supporting parents and carers of children with additional needs.

Our Buzz Print team independently managed and completed the entire printing process, demonstrating fantastic attention to detail and professionalism throughout. Handling an order of this size was a valuable experience, giving the team a great opportunity to refine their processes and maintain consistent quality across a large batch.

It was a pleasure to contribute to a project that empowers and connects families across St Helens.

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