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 and Victoria...
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...
Looking for assistance? Our BURSARY PROGRAM is here for you! 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, regardless of income. Bursaries will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority for first-time applicants-no...
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...
TO REGISTER FOR ONE OF OUR 3 WINTER CLASSES, PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO JANUARY SUPPORTIVE ARTS FALL WEDNESDAY MORNINGS 10 AM – 12 PM SEPTEMBER 17-DECEMBER 17, 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...
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,...
REGISTRATION OPENS JAN 26 AT 10 AM! DATES & WEEKLY DESCRIPTIONS COMING SOON Looking for assistance? Our new BURSARY PROGRAM is here for you! 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Discover the joy of weaving in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop led by tapestry artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden. Whether you're new to textiles or simply looking for a creative way to Sunday-slow-down, you'll learn how to make a beautiful set of handwoven coasters—each one as unique as you! Dianne will welcome you with a stunning array...
Step into the serene beauty of a winter night with Elora artist Rick Worthington in this immersive one-day oil workshop exploring the magic of light on a winter night. Inspired by Rick’s painting Silent Illumination—a glowing portrayal of downtown Elora—this session invites you to explore the interplay of light, colour, and mood of festive lights...
Looking to add a handmade touch to your holiday décor or create a one-of-a-kind gift? Join textile artist Caitlin Barrie for a festive afternoon of creativity and cheer as we dive into the art of rug hooking! In this hands-on workshop, you'll craft 2–3 beautiful ornaments in the colours and designs of your choice—perfect for...
Let your child's imagination fly free like snowflakes in this 3 day mini-camp December 29, 30 and 31 for ages 5-12. Jump into a shimmering snow-kissed world where frosty dreams come alive, gently guided by ECFTA Educators' Leah Ferguson and Stephanie Lines-Toohill and sprinkle some imagination into the holidays and welcome the New Year with...
The Art Centre is at the threshold of an exciting new chapter, and we invite you to take the next step with us! As both our organization and the communities we serve grow, we need to address some of the physical constraints of our two galleries and classroom, to help break down barriers to participation in the arts.