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SUMMARY:OUTREACH: Supportive Arts Program for Young Adults with (dis)Abilities
DESCRIPTION:An inclusive\, all abilities art and mindfulness workshop for young adults with (dis)abilities 18+ \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation\, offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with (dis)abilities living in the community. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program. Led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coaches.  The Supportive Arts program has now expanded to 4 sessions per week. \n \nTHE PROGRAM: Join us for a 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. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered free of charge to all participants and support companions\, thanks to the generous support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. \n \nTo find out more about this program\, or to register\, please click here! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and weekly updates! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nOTF Grant Boost:  The Ontario Trillium Foundation has supported this program with a 3-year grant boost\, allowing us to offer additional classes each year.  Our 2021 Fall program has expanded to 3 workshops a week\, with plans to expand to 4 times a week in the fall of 2022. \nThe Ontario Trillium Foundation investment in this project will support positive change in our community to make it healthier and more vibrant over the next 3 years. \nFor more information about this program please click here. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/outreach-supportive-arts-program-for-young-adults-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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SUMMARY:Supportive Arts Program for Young Adults with (dis)Abilities - Fall 2022 to Spring 2023
DESCRIPTION:An inclusive\, all abilities art and mindfulness workshop for young adults with (dis)abilities 18+ \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation\, offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with (dis)abilities living in the community. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program. Led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coaches.  The Supportive Arts program has now expanded to 4 sessions per week. \nTHE PROGRAM: Join us for a 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. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered free of charge to all participants and support companions\, thanks to the generous support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. \n \n \nFALL 2022 – SPRING 2023 \nWe offer four\, 2-hour sessions per week\, Mondays\, Wednesdays and Thursdays\, between Sept and June. \nOUR SPACE: Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and adheres to all WDGPH covid-19 protocols.  In warm temperatures\, we may run programming outside in our 1500 square foot big top tent! \nPlease contact us for more information about the program or for availability in our Supportive Arts program! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and weekly updates! \n\nLOOKING TO VOLUNTEER? \nWe are welcoming new volunteers for our Fall 2022- 2023 season! If you looking for a way to meaningfully engage with your community and have a couple hours a week to assist one of our Supportive Arts’ participants in our cheery studio classroom setting\, please contact us! \n\nOTF Grant Boost:  The Ontario Trillium Foundation has supported this program with a 3-year grant boost\, allowing us to offer additional classes each year.  Our 2021 Fall program has expanded to 3 workshops a week\, with plans to expand to 4 times a week in the fall of 2022. \n  \nThe Ontario Trillium Foundation investment in this project will support positive change in our community to make it healthier and more vibrant over the next 3 years. For more information about this program please click here. \n                    \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-program-for-young-adults/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
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SUMMARY:THE NEST!  After-school drop-in space (ages 10 and up)
DESCRIPTION:THE NEST! An after school drop-in space for ages 10+ \nPlease check back for the next session registration information! \nWhat is the Nest?  A space to relax and create in our sunny studio at the Elora Centre for the Arts! Just bring YOU and any projects you’re working on\, non-digital games\, homework\, water bottle and snack if you wish. This is an open flow\, gender diverse space for gently guided creativity and gathering with friends. \nThis is a safe student space for student led projects guided by an ECFTA Arts Facilitator. \n \n \nEach week\, we will provide tea\, a snack. a limited variety of materials each week and engagement with ECFTA Arts Facilitators.  Everyone welcome! \n\nStudents will be asked to sign in and out independently.  \nParents are not required to accompany their children.\nThis is a program to encourage independence.  It is the responsibility of each family to ensure that their child arrives safely.  If parents would like confirmation of arrival\, please instruct your child to use our landline or their own cell phone to check in.\nPlease note\, electronic devices will not be allowed once the program starts.\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/the-nest-after-school-drop-in-space-ages-10-and-up/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Hospice Wellington presents: Intentional Creative Connections
DESCRIPTION:Intentional Creative Connections: 4-Part Art Therapy  \n4 Fridays in the New Year!  Sessions held in the classroom at the Elora Centre for the Arts\, presented by Hospice Wellington. 75 Melville St\, Elora \nFriday January 6  |  Friday January 20  |  Friday February 3  |  Friday February 17  | \n10:30AM – 1:00 PM \nThis 4-session art therapy series will invite participants to explore the use of art-making materials to support safe emotional expressions connected with memory and meaning-making. Using art and narrative medicine techniques\, participants will be guided through exercises aimed at fostering connection within their grief process to their loved ones\, engaging in self-compassion practices to enhance overall wellbeing. All materials will be provided in connection to this program offering\, though space is limited to registered participants. \nOpen to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. All are welcome. \nPlease know that there is no requirement of previous art experience. Registration is required – please call or email below (no registration on this website) \nTo register\, please call 519-836-3921 ext. 228 or email contactinfo@hospicewellington.org \n \nCost: FREE \nLocation: Elora Centre for the Arts – 75 Melville Street\, Elora \nRegistration or Questions: contact info@hospicewellington.orgor 519-836-3921 ext. 228 \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/hospice-wellington-presents-circle-of-song-circle-of-story/2023-01-06/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230119T153000
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SUMMARY:The Nest!  Thursday after-school maker space: Winter 2023
DESCRIPTION:THE NEST!  THURSDAY AFTER-SCHOOL MAKER SPACE FOR TWEENS! \nFOR AGES 10+  |  Maximum 20 spots \nWINTER PROGRAM  |  JANUARY 19– March 30\, 2023 \nTHURSDAYS 3:30-5:30 \n*no session during March Break\, Thursday\, March 16. \n$5 PER SESSION  |  $50 for the entire 10 week session  \nRegister for all 10 weeks (no single date sign-ups or drop in).  \n**Please note\, The Nest will NOT run on School Closure Days. \nThe Nest WILL run on No Bus days 🙂 \nsold out\n \nThis is a subsidized program\, thanks to the generosity of our community on Giving Tuesday 2022 and donations received at our summer Creative Spark in the Yard event!   The actual cost per class is $17 per child ($170 per session).  If you are able to pay more for the program\, please consider making a discretionary donation towards future outreach programs at the Centre here. \nIf you would like to sign up for The Nest after the start date\, please contact us to arrange details!  Payment will be prorated. \nThe Nest After School Program for Tweens! \nA space to relax and create in our cheery classroom at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \nJust bring YOU! This is an open flow\, gender diverse space for gently guided creativity and gathering with friends. Student led projects will be guided by an ECFTA Arts Facilitators and volunteers. We encourage you to share any projects you’re working\, homework or non-digital games. \nEach week we will provide tea\, a snack\, a variety of materials each week and engagement. Supply donations are welcome! \n*Students will be asked to sign in and out independently. \n**Parents are not required to accompany their children for drop off or pick up. \n HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ~ Sign up to earn your Community Volunteer Hours as MENTORS! \n\nEach session\, the Elora Centre for the Arts offers complimentary spots in the NEST! \nIf you are a family with a child who could benefit from joining the Nest\, no questions asked\, please contact us. \n  \n\n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/the-nest-thursday-after-school-maker-space-winter-2023/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T120000
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SUMMARY:BLUE WHALE! ACRYLIC FOR KIDS WITH KATHERINE OLENIC
DESCRIPTION:BLUE WHALE! ACRYLICS FOR KIDS | with KATHERINE OLENIC \nSaturday\, February 11\, 2023 | 10 am – 12 pm \nMAX. 12 | Ages 7+ \n$50 no hst | All materials provided \nsold out\nYoung painters! Join artist and illustrator Katherine Olenic in our cheery classroom to explore the underwater world of whales in a guided 2 hour introduction to acrylics! \nWe’ll be painting in the round on a 12” mdf panel and each junior artist will go home with their own blue whale creation. Explore the technical and creative possibilities of painting this underwater landscape! \n \nAbout the artist \nKatherine Olenic is a freelance artist with a degree in Digital and Animation. Katherine has worked for Disney\, on movies such as Star Wars: The Force Awaken and Jurassic World\, and  is an illustration for various children’s books. She also creates her own unique illustrations. Check out her work at; \nhttps://www.katherine-olenic.com/ \nInstagram @katherine_olenic \n  \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/blue-whale-acrylic-for-kids-with-katherine-olenic/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T142822
CREATED:20221209T204818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143016Z
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SUMMARY:Kitsune Inking! Magical Firefox for Kids with Katherine Olenic
DESCRIPTION:KITSUNE FIRE FOX! JAPANESE INKING FOR KIDS | with KATHERINE OLENIC \nSaturday\, February 11\, 2023 | 1 pm – 3 pm \nMAX. 15 | Ages 9+ \n$50 no hst | All materials provided \nsold out\nInking Kitsune! With artist and illustrator and Katherine Olenic!  Kitsune’s are from Japanese folklore\, they are also known as Fire Foxes! They are trickster creatures that cause mischief and delight and are known too shape shift. Explore this style of Japanese inking using indian ink and watercolor. Explore different brush techniques\, ink wash and learn to create this fantastical creature. \n \nKatherine Olenic is a freelance artist with a degree in Digital and Animation. Katherine has worked for Disney\, on movies such as Star Wars: The Force Awaken and Jurassic World\, and  is an illustration for various children’s books. She also creates her own unique illustrations. Check out her work at; \nhttps://www.katherine-olenic.com/ \nInstagram @katherine_olenic \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/kitsune-inking-magical-firefox-for-kids-with-katherine-olenic/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T142822
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SUMMARY:LOOSE DUTCH FLORAL ACRYLIC! PAINTING IN THE ROUND WITH EILEEN MACARTHUR
DESCRIPTION:LOOSE DUTCH FLORAL ACRYLIC!  \nPAINTING IN THE ROUND with EILEEN MACARTHUR  \nFOR AGES 16+ | MAX. 10 \nSaturday\, February 18\, 2023 | 10 am – 3 pm \n$130 plus HST | All materials included \nsold out\nJoin artist Eileen MacArthur for a light and loose\, guided workshop\, with focus on creating a tondo floral composition using multiple found sources for inspiration and a conte transfer to get started! \nEileen will lead you in the steps to create a 2-foot diameter\, original acrylic on a round MDF panel. Explore colour mixing\, the figure-ground relationship\, and elements of composition. During the course of the day\, artists will also delve into various techniques of representational painting\, loosely based in the Dutch floral tradition\, and try out several brushes and methods of paint application. \nAll levels of experience welcome! \n \nAll materials are supplied\, including tondo panel and acrylics. \nArtists are encouraged to bring any specific materials (brushes\, paint colours) they may wish to use or explore with Eileen. \nEileen MacArthur is a practicing artist and arts educator with over 15 years of experience teaching art to adults and children at the Elora Centre for the Arts\, the Guelph School of Art\, Studiohere and the Art Gallery of Guelph. She holds a Master of Fine Art degree from the University of Guelph\, and a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University. Eileen is inspired by watching artist communities evolve and flourish! Eileen has been an ongoing Arts Educator at the Elora Centre for the Arts as part of our Supportive Arts program for adults with (dis)abilities. She is also our lead Arts Educator for our Youth Outreach program “Connecting to Community Through Art” that supports high school and elementary students in the M.I.D and Life Skills programs\, helping them feel connected to their community through art projects that spark conversation\, awareness and belonging. \nEileen owns and operates the Arthur School of Art\, an art school located in her studio at her home in Arthur Ontario. \nhttps://www.eileenmacarthur.com/  \nwww.arthurschoolofart.com \nInstagram @eileenmacarthurartist \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may however be applied/credited to an alternate workshop). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/loose-dutch-floral-acrylic-painting-in-the-round-with-eileen-mac-arthur/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T210000
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SUMMARY:Neighbourwoods Winter Tree Talk: Fruit Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Join us to get inspired about the coming season! \nMatt Soltys will present an overview of the components of fruit tree care throughout the year\, including sourcing and planting\, branch training\, pest management\, fruit thinning and pruning\, and how they all integrate together towards optimal health and productivity! \nNeighbourwoods members are free.  Non-members $10 (cash at the door) \nEveryone is welcome!  No registration required.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/neighbourwoods-winter-tree-talk-fruit-tree-care/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Events
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