Crafts

• Vintage Collage Boxes: Transform old boxes into unique keepsakes using vintage papers, photos, and embellishments. A fun, creative way to craft personalised treasures.

• Handmade Seasonal Greeting Cards: Design heartfelt cards for any occasion using stamps, papers, and embellishments, perfect for sharing with loved ones.

• Felt Christmas Ornaments: Create charming holiday ornaments with colourful felt, simple stitching, and festive designs, ideal for decorating or gifting.

• Polymer Acrylic Jewellery Making: Craft vibrant, lightweight jewellery using polymer clay and acrylics, blending colours and shapes for wearable art.

• Handmade Books: Make your own journals or sketchbooks with simple binding techniques, perfect for notes, memories, or creative projects.

• Acrylic Pours: Dive into the mesmerising world of acrylic pours! Create stunning abstract art by pouring and blending vibrant paints, no experience needed.

• Gelli Plate Printing: Explore the fun of Gelli plate printing to create unique patterns and designs on paper, perfect for cards or wall art.

• Rock and Stone Painting for Beginners: Paint smooth rocks and stones with colourful acrylics, pens, and inks to create whimsical designs for gardens or home decor.

• Mosaic Art Workshops: Create small decorative pieces (e.g., coasters, picture frames) using tiles, glass, or recycled materials. This is accessible, tactile, and allows for creativity without requiring advanced skills.

• Calligraphy for Beginners: Learn basic calligraphy techniques to create elegant cards, bookmarks, or framed quotes, appealing to those who enjoy precision and creativity.

• Upcycled Crafts: Use recycled materials (e.g., old magazines, fabric scraps) to make decorative items like woven mats or fabric collages, promoting sustainability.

• Knitting or Crocheting Circles: Group sessions to learn or practice knitting/ crocheting, creating items like scarves, blankets, or small gifts. Encourages social bonding and skill-sharing.

Visual Arts

• Acrylic Painting: Learn to paint! In these workshops you will learn the basics of painting with bold and colourful acrylic paints. Participants will learn how to handle paint, simple composition, colour theory, and brush technique and try out a few styles like landscape and modern art

• Watercolour Panting: Dive into watercolours with this course specifically designed for beginners and hobbyists. Learn different brush strokes, mark-making, colour- mixing, and composition through a series of exercises and simple paintings.

• Nature-Inspired Sketching: Outdoor or indoor sessions focusing on drawing plants, flowers, or landscapes with pencils or charcoal, emphasizing relaxation and observation.

Music

• Drumming Circles: Join the rhythm in this lively drumming circle! No experience needed—just bring your energy for a fun, communal music-making session.

• Sing the Oldies with Live Musician: Belt out classic hits with a live musician leading the way, sparking joy and nostalgia in a group sing-along.

• Okey-Dokey Karaoke: Step up to the mic for a fun karaoke session featuring familiar tunes, perfect for beginners and seasoned singers alike.

• Music Appreciation Club: A discussion-based group exploring different genres or eras of music (e.g. “Canada’s Music History”, or “Story of The Beatles”), with listening sessions and storytelling.

Dance / Movement

• Zumba Lite: Get moving with this low-impact, fun-filled dance fitness class! Zumba Lite blends easy dance steps with lively music, perfect for all fitness levels.

• Motown Line Dancing: Groove to classic Motown hits while learning simple line dance steps, bringing energy and nostalgia to the dance floor.

• Country Line Dancing: Kick up your heels with beginner-friendly country line dancing, set to twangy tunes for a fun, social workout.

• Tai Chi: Flow through gentle, meditative movements in this Tai Chi class, designed to boost balance, flexibility, and inner calm.

Theatre

• Playing with Memories through Writing and Drama: Bring your stories to life! This workshop blends writing and drama to explore personal memories, creating meaningful performances in a supportive group.

• Storytelling Circle: A group activity where seniors share personal stories or create fictional tales, fostering connection and creativity without performance pressure.

• Readers’ Theatre: Participants read scripts aloud in a group setting, enjoying drama without the need to memorise lines or perform physically.

Meditative Arts

• Chair Yoga: Relax and stretch with gentle chair yoga, designed for all abilities to improve flexibility, strength, and mindfulness in a seated format.

• Zentangle Art: Create intricate, meditative designs with Zentangle, a relaxing drawing method that fosters focus and creativity, no art skills required

• Mandala Coloring: A relaxing activity involving coloring intricate mandala designs, promoting focus and calm, with minimal artistic skill required.

• Aromatherapy Workshops: Learn to blend essential oils for relaxation or wellness, combining creativity with sensory engagement.

Technology

• Digital Photography Basics: A beginner-friendly course on using smartphones or simple cameras to capture and edit photos, focusing on themes like nature, family, or local history.

• Tech for Seniors: Basic workshops on using smartphones, tablets, or social media to stay connected with family or explore hobbies.