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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS - Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS provides free arts programming to youth with intellectual and/or developmental delays in elementary and secondary school in the Life Skills and LRC classrooms.  We meet students once a month throughout the school year at Centre Wellington District Secondary School\, Elora Public School\, John Black Public School in Fergus\, Arthur Public School\, Victoria Cross Public School in Mount Forest\, and June Ave Public School in Guelph. \nLed by an ECFTA Arts Educator\, these sessions offer guided art instruction and contemporary art ideas to students in Centre and North Wellington. \n \nThe program is free to students.  Project themes are centered around community building and emphasize collaboration and success through personal artistic expression. The goal is connecting students to the community in meaningful and creative ways! \nWhy is this program important? \nStudents with developmental delays experience added challenges in feeling supported within the school system and the broader community. These children and youth also have limited access to arts-based resources within schools due to the continued erosion of arts funding. \nThis program strives to engage the emotional and social well-being of students through art making that connects them with community initiatives\, helping them experience community life beyond school. \nThis project arose in response to teachers of LRC and Life Skills students in our area and aligns with our goal of supporting community needs through the arts. Our goal is that students feel more connected and included in their community through the art-making process! \n\n  \nThe 2019 Vital Signs Report demonstrates the need for this program as follows: \n\nOnly 41% of students feel a sense of belonging to their community through school;\nAccessibility to the arts continues to be a barrier for many;\nYouth mental health is a particular vulnerability; and\nConnection to the community is listed as a preventative factor against suicide.\n\nFunding for this program is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Harry E. Foster Charitable Foundation the Johansen-Larsen Foundation and the Centre Wellington Community Foundation. Thank you! \n  \n\nProgram Insights \nEach year\, we discover that as the year progressed\, students gained an appreciation for each other’s work. The collective art making environment allows the students to locate their individuality within a larger group context in a very direct way by comparing how they resolved their works\, and how their classmates may have made different choices. \nThis form of communication and introspection is unique to collective art-making\, that allows for participants to see themselves in the context of others. It is a wonderful opportunity for those who often find it difficult to connect with groups\, to find a common language when looking at and discussing each other’s work. \nStudents with limited verbal communication are able to be a part of a visual conversation that values the uniqueness of perspective and diverse ways of making. \n  \n  \n\nFor more information about this program please contact us at:  programming@ecfta.ca \nTo help support this program by donating today\, please click here.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/youth-outreach-connecting-to-community-through-art-for-elementary-and-high-school-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241221
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SUMMARY:Youth Outreach: The Power of Art & Creative Expression | Addiction & Recovery Program | A partnership with Portage
DESCRIPTION:Youth Addiction & Recovery Program: The Power of ART & Creative Expression.  \nThis program offers weekly art and creative expression classes to residents at Portage Elora as a conduit for acceptance\, sharing and healing. It allows for emotional exploration\, development of coping strategies and sharing the challenges of recovery. Run by arts educators\, engagement facilitators and a social worker. The program runs in the gallery and classroom at the Elora Centre for the Arts throughout the school year. \n \nFOR THE 2024 / 2025 SESSIONS – we are so thankful to The Dalglish Family Foundation and Skyline Group of Companies for their generous support of this program! \n      \n\nYou can support this program too!   To help us continue to offer this program in the months ahead\, please click here. \n\n  \n \n  \nA bit about the Program: \nWe schedule a variety of art projects – something new each week\, aimed at connecting the journey of recovery to the art making process.  Our schedule for the coming season includes: \n\nBlacksmith Forging\nPottery Wheel\nAcrylic painting & Drawing\nMovement & Improvisation\nMusic Fundamentals\nPyrography\nPhotography\nand more!\n\nRead about the program here! \n  \n \nPortage residents experience ‘power of art’ through Elora arts centre program – June 2024 \n  \n\n  \n \n  \nPortage Elora residents healing through arts program – June 2024 \n  \n  \n\n \n  \nElora Centre for the Arts helps youth struggling with addiction – June 2024 \n  \n  \n\n  \n \n \n \n \nFeedback from Portage Participants about our Program: \n“The kids came back to our property and they were kids again. They were skipping and dancing and twirling around. It was like they came out of their shell” – Kristin\, Executive Director of Portage Elora \n“Viewing the gallery was so cool. The whole atmosphere with the chill music\, the tea\, and art supplies everywhere. It’s just a nice place to be” – S.\, Participant \n“Even travelling from Portage to the Arts Centre was always so fun. We had great conversations in the van and we were able to continue the positive experience” – C.\, Participant \n“I learned so much about myself from one drawing. The activities allowed us to see ourselves in our art and not be defined by our past trauma” -C.\, Participant \n“The expectation was set from the beginning that it was a judgement-free zone and there is no bad art. That was really helpful for me because I could feel safe making mistakes” – M.\, Participant \n“At first I wanted rulers and guidelines and by the end I was able to trust myself to make creative decisions” – M.\, Participant \n“A lot of activities were outside my comfort zone and I really liked that I stomped on my fears and found new things to do that I liked” – W.\, Participant \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/youth-outreach-the-healing-power-of-art-creative-expression-addiction-recovery-program-a-partnership-with-portage/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241221
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SUMMARY:Youth Outreach: The Power of Music & Creative Expression | Addiction & Recovery Program | A partnership with Portage
DESCRIPTION:Youth Addiction & Recovery Program: The Power of MUSIC & Creative Expression. \nTHE POWER OF ART & CREATIVE EXPRESSION continues to be an important outreach connection to our community. Through our partnership with Portage Elora\, this Youth Outreach Program is all about the POWER OF MUSIC! \nMUSIC JAM MONDAYS! is a pilot program this Fall and invites Portage youth in recovery to a welcoming environment to explore the basics of rhythm and melody with a variety of acoustic instruments. \n \nMusic can be a powerful way to express and connect with our emotions. MUSIC JAM MONDAYS! is designed to connect Portage youth with the potential of music making as a form of self expression. Through the learning of music fundamentals\, participants will develop a vocabulary to experiment\, collaborate and play off each other’s energy! \n \nEach week participants will be inspired by a curated playlist\, including different genres\, grooves and moods\, and will be encouraged to play both independently and collaboratively. Through weekly guided “jam” sessions\, led by music educator Jon Kraemer\, along with professional musicians from our community\, youth will be invited to explore and experiment with a choice of instruments\, acoustic guitar\, soprano ukulele\, hand drums\, and synthesizers. \nOur goal: \n\nExperience music making in a positive\, safe\, and supportive environment\nEngage with a variety of instruments\nDevelop confidence in their abilities to express themselves through music\nOffer an opportunity to see music as tool to be used throughout the many challenges of recovery and beyond Portage.\n\nThis program would not be possible without the tremendous support of our community! Thank you The Dalglish Family Foundation and Skyline Group of Companies for being part of that community. \n      \n\nYou can support this program too!   To help us continue to offer this program in the months ahead\, please click here. \n\n \n \nPortage residents experience ‘power of art’ through Elora arts centre program – June 2024 \n\n \n  \nPortage Elora residents healing through arts program – June 2024 \n  \n\n \n  \nElora Centre for the Arts helps youth struggling with addiction – June 2024 \n  \n  \n \nFeedback from Portage Participants about our Program: \n“The kids came back to our property and they were kids again. They were skipping and dancing and twirling around. It was like they came out of their shell” – Kristin\, Executive Director of Portage Elora \n“Viewing the gallery was so cool. The whole atmosphere with the chill music\, the tea\, and art supplies everywhere. It’s just a nice place to be” – S.\, Participant \n“Even travelling from Portage to the Arts Centre was always so fun. We had great conversations in the van and we were able to continue the positive experience” – C.\, Participant \n“I learned so much about myself from one drawing. The activities allowed us to see ourselves in our art and not be defined by our past trauma” -C.\, Participant \n“The expectation was set from the beginning that it was a judgement-free zone and there is no bad art. That was really helpful for me because I could feel safe making mistakes” – M.\, Participant \n“At first I wanted rulers and guidelines and by the end I was able to trust myself to make creative decisions” – M.\, Participant \n“A lot of activities were outside my comfort zone and I really liked that I stomped on my fears and found new things to do that I liked” – W.\, Participant \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/youth-outreach-the-power-of-music-creative-expression-addiction-recovery-program-a-partnership-with-portage/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering inclusive\, arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome all adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educator and Mindfulness Facilitators. \nWednesday & Thursday morning and afternoon classes held weekly September through June at the Art Centre. \n \nJoin us for a gently guided 2-hour workshop\, specifically designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. On Thursdays\, we welcome a member of the Elora Singers into the gallery for a music and movement singalong. Every week is as unique as each of our participants! \nPlease visit our ADULT WORKSHOPS page for more information or to register for FALL\, WINTER\, or SPRING session blocks. \n\nThe 2025-2026 Supportive Arts season is supported by; \n\nWC Wood Foundation\nRotary Club of Fergus/Elora\nThe Township of Centre Wellington\nThe Food Family Fund\nLindy Green Family Foundation\nMarjorie and Joseph Wright Memorial Foundation\nAnd many generous individual donors from our community\n\nWe thank you! \n\n  \nPlease contact us for more information or availability on our waitlist. \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates! \nTo learn more about the impact of this program\, please click here. \nTo help support this program by donating today\, please click here.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-weekly-inclusive-art-mindfulness-workshops/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS WEDNESDAYS for Adults with Varying Abilities
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTIVE ARTS for Adults with Varying Abilities  | 14-week series \nWEDNESDAY |  September 18  – December 18\, 2024  |  10 am – 12 pm \nWeekly inclusive art & mindfulness for adults with varying abilities. \nsold out \n \nMAX 14 |  AGES 18+  |  $280 + hst for all 14 weeks  \nParticipants please register for all 14 weeks. No charge for support workers or caregivers. \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coach. \nJoin us for a guided 2-hour workshop designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  \nOur bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and accommodates up to 14 participants\, with accompanying support workers and volunteers. \nThe 2024-2025 Supportive Arts  season is generously supported by the W. C. Wood Foundation\, the Township of Centre Wellington\, and through donations from our community. We thank you! \n \nREFUNDS There are no refund for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason\, classes are transferrable to another participant. \nPAYMENT can be made using a credit card by registering below. Registration & payment via e-transfer or personal cheque are also accepted by contacting Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \nPlease contact us for more information or availability on our waitlist. \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates!
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-wednesdays-for-adults-with-varying-abilities-fall-wednesday-program/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T010313
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAYS for Adults with Varying Abilities
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTIVE ARTS for Adults with Varying Abilities  |  14-week series \nTHURSDAY |  September 19  – December 19\, 2024  |  10 am – 12 pm \nWeekly inclusive art & mindfulness for adults with varying abilities. \nsold out \n \nMAX 14 |  AGES 18+  |  $280 + hst for all 14 weeks  \nParticipants please register for all 14 weeks. No charge for support workers or caregivers. \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coach. \nJoin us for a guided 2-hour workshop designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Each session\, we also welcome a member of the Elora Singers into the gallery for our Thursday interactive music jam! \nEvery week is as unique as each of our participants!  \nOUR SPACE Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and accommodates up to 14 participants\, with accompanying support workers and volunteers. \nThe 2024-2025 Supportive Arts  season is generously supported by the W. C. Wood Foundation\, the Township of Centre Wellington\, and through donations from our community. We thank you! \n \nREFUNDS There are no refunds for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason\, classes are transferrable to another participant. \nPAYMENT can be made using a credit card by registering below. Registration & payment via e-transfer or personal cheque are also accepted by contacting Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \nPlease contact us for more information or availability on our waitlist. \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates!
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-thursdays-for-adults-with-varying-abilities/
LOCATION:Ontario
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