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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
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...
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
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. Wednesday & Thursday morning and afternoon classes held weekly September...
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW'S NEST MAKERSPACE is a community hub where creativity, collaboration, and kindness thrive. Where opportunities to support the voices of our community groups are nurtured from the ground up. In the Nest, we believe that creative expression nurtures well-being and connection to others and we understand that healthy communities need inclusive spaces away from home,...
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SPARROW'S NEST MAKERSPACE is a community hub where creativity, collaboration, and kindness thrive. Where opportunities to support the voices of our community groups are nurtured from the ground up! In the Nest, we believe that creative expression nurtures well-being and connection to others and we understand that healthy communities need inclusive spaces away from home,...
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
We welcome SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS for Grades K-12! Morning or afternoon sessions designed to inspire creativity and connect learning with the arts. Experience the power of Art in our art classroom and newly expanded Gallery + Atrium at the Elora Centre for the Arts. At the Elora Centre for the Arts, we offer a balance...
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
Our Bursary Program is now CLOSED. We are grateful for the opportunity to support families in our community,. All 2025–2026 funds have been awarded to deserving recipients. Bursaries are designed to reduce financial barriers to families and assist with fees for workshops, classes, and camps to ensure that art participation remain accessible to our community,...
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
ARTFUL AGEING for Seniors is part of our expanding Outreach program, offering monthly guided art classes, designed especially for long-term care and retirement living residents. Held on-site at Heritage River and Wellington Terrace in Elora and Caressant Care, Fergus, these hands-on art classes spark conversation, promote engagement with others, and remind us all that creativity...
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
SUPPORTIVE ARTS FALL THURSDAY MORNINGS 10 AM – 12 PM SEPTEMBER 18-DECEMBER 18, 2025 Weekly, inclusive art & mindfulness classes for adults with varying abilities. Join us Sept to June for weekly guided 2-hour workshops designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session embraces diversity and friendship through explorations in art making, movement,...
$280.00
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! SCROLL DOWN TO JULY-AUGUST FOR CAMP DATES & THEMES TIPS FOR REGISTRATION! You DO NOT need to log in to an account, or have a membership to register. Are you already a member? Log in first. You can add more than one camp to your cart. Just click "Keep Shopping".
GEOMETRIC ACCENT RUG. 6-WEEK PUNCH NEEDLE EVENING SERIES
Looking for a tactile design adventure to liven up your Wednesday nights? Join textile artist Caitlin Barrie this fall for 6 weeks of guided studio time and create your own approx. 20'x30' accent rug. Whether you're brand new or already obsessed with rug hooking, you’ll receive hands-on support and the creative freedom to punch your...
$240.00
OPEN STUDIO FALL MONDAYS
MONDAY AFTERNOON 6-WEEK SERIES Join us Mondays 1 pm-3:00 pm this Fall! Open Studio is designed as open-flow studio time, loosely guided by artist Eileen MacArthur for artists who have some experience and would like specific guidance to develop or resolve their work. Classes will be collaborative and relaxed and offer both individual and group...
$180.00
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
Sundays. October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 Wake up your Sunday morning with artist Donna Hull for some junior-artist studio time and dive into the fundamentals of drawing. With over 30 years of experience in the classroom and beyond, Donna brings a wealth of knowledge to this engaging 6-week series! Drawing skills...
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WRITING WITH FIRE. PAPER PYROGRAPHY
SAT + SUN AFTERNOON WORKSHOP WITH HEATHER MARTIN Discover the Art of Wood Burning on Paper! Join this guided two-part workshop where you'll explore the beauty of pyrography on paper. Learn how to create consistent lines, intricate patterns, and beautiful shading using burning techniques—all in a relaxed, creative environment. No prior experience needed! Day 1:...
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
OPEN STUDIO FALL MONDAYS
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
WRITING WITH FIRE. PAPER PYROGRAPHY
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SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – YOUTH & ADULT OUTREACH – NURTURING & GROWING CONNECTIONS
SPARROW'S NEST MAKERSPACE is a community hub where creativity, collaboration, and kindness thrive. Where opportunities to support the voices of our youth, teen and senior community groups are nurtured from the ground up. In the Nest, we believe that creative expression nurtures well-being and connection to others and we understand that healthy communities need inclusive... |
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
OPEN STUDIO FALL MONDAYS
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – YOUTH & ADULT OUTREACH – NURTURING & GROWING CONNECTIONS
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Snow is more than just white paint. It's a delicate dance of light, shadow, and subtle colour variations. Join Elora artist Rick Worthington for a relaxed day of oil painting and learn how to capture the serene beauty of a late winter landscape. In this guided workshop, artists will paint a peaceful, snow-covered farm during...
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
OPEN STUDIO FALL MONDAYS
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – YOUTH & ADULT OUTREACH – NURTURING & GROWING CONNECTIONS
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A CREATIVE WORKSHOP FOR KIDS WITH ERIN PERRY Get ready for a deliciously fun art-making experience with no ovens, no utensils, and definitely no bites. In this playful hands-on workshop, led by artist and educator Erin Perry, young artists will explore the world of food-inspired art, creating colourful, imaginative treats that look good enough to...
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Join us in our newly renovated gallery and atrium to celebrate the opening of Loops, Layers, Shapes & Shadows and meet the four innovative artists behind the exhibition: David Brown, Heejung Shin, Laurie Skantzos and Michael Stecky. These Toronto and Guelph-based artists explore the dynamic relationship between process, material, and meaning. Through their distinctive approaches,... |
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Free DIY Play Station in the Atrium at the Arts Centre
Come join us in the atrium for a hands-on art experience inspired by the gallery exhibition Loops, Layers, Shapes & Shadows! Try out some of the creative techniques used by featured artists in the show at three interactive DIY stations—each with simple instructions and all the supplies you need to dive in and make art... |
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Pokemon kids! Back by popular demand. Artist Eileen MacArthur is in the house for a Saturday afternoon workshop celebrating the world of Pokemon! We will be making a Pokemon habitat using a variety of different materials and methods, including drawing, painting and sculpting! Young artists will experiment with how to make existing or invented Pokemon...
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
OPEN STUDIO FALL MONDAYS
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – YOUTH & ADULT OUTREACH – NURTURING & GROWING CONNECTIONS
Free DIY Play Station in the Atrium at the Arts Centre
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Young builders unite! This Minecraft-inspired world of pixel imagination is perfect for artists who love to block. Whether you’re a master builder or just love being creative, artists Eileen MacArthur and Stephanie Lines-Toohill will guide this hands-on, class blends art with the fun of the game! No gaming experience needed, just a love for building,...
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Annual Christmas Sale Weekend OPEN HOUSE – Artist Studios Open!
One weekend only! Saturday Nov. 29 and Sunday Nov. 30 from 10AM - 4PM. Mark your calendars for our annual OPEN HOUSE! Our artist studios in the building will be open to the public for you to wander and shop for creative Christmas finds at affordable prices! 35 participating artists | 3 studios + our...
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one spot left! Elora artist Rick Worthington leads a relaxed one day oil painting workshop inspired by the luminous streets of Paris after the rain! Working from Rick’s original painting of Le St. André, Paris, you will learn to capture reflections, wet pavement, and moody skies while bringing energy and life into your brushwork. Through...
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – Youth Outreach. Connecting to Schools Through Art for elementary & high school students
SUPPORTIVE ARTS- ADULT OUTREACH. ART & mindfulness for adults with (dis)abilities
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – ADULT OUTREACH. ADULT DROP-IN PROGRAMS
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE. ADULT DROP-IN
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS TO THE ART CENTRE. LEARN DISCOVER CREATE!
BURSARIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
ARTFUL AGEING- SENIORS OUTREACH. CONNECTING TO RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE & RETIREMENT LIVING
SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAY MORNINGS
2026 SUMMER CAMPS!
THE DRAWING ROOM! 6-WEEK SUNDAY SERIES with Donna Hull
SPARROW’S NEST COMMUNITY MAKERSPACE – YOUTH & ADULT OUTREACH – NURTURING & GROWING CONNECTIONS
Free DIY Play Station in the Atrium at the Arts Centre
Annual Christmas Sale Weekend OPEN HOUSE – Artist Studios Open!
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DECK THE BOARDS! PYROGRAPHY WITH HEATHER MARTIN Add a personal touch to your holiday gifting. Join Pyrography artist Heather Martin for a relaxing afternoon of "writing with fire"—and create a one-of-a-kind wood-burned, live edge charcuterie board that’s perfect for holiday entertaining or gifting! Whether you're new to pyrography or looking to refine your skills, this...
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