SIGN ME UP FOR FUN Classes and Workshops for Adult and Youth January 17 Elora Centre for the Arts presents Winter Landscapes Photography with Sylvia Galbraith from 1 to 4 p.m. For info call 519846.9698. January 24 Elora Centre for the Arts presents Pastel Painting workshop from 12 to 5 p.m. Learn basic techniques using pastels. Call ECFTA 519-846-9698 for info. February 23 Elora Centre for the Arts presents From Camera to Computer with Sylvia Galbraith. 7 to 9:30 p.m. For information call 519-8469609. Tuesday February 2 to March 9 How to Draw. For beginners and those looking to improve their skills. 6:30 to 8:30. For information call 519-846-9698
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YOUNG IMPRESSIONISTS - C10W5 Saturdays, January 23 to March 6 - 7 WEEKS 10am to 12noon $95 Member / $105 Non-member The theme of this session is "Natural Wonders"! This class will focus on different methods of art making including found material sculpture, painting and drawing. Our intent will be to try and re-create, replicate or represent some of the many wonders to be found in nature. Dress for mess & bring a snack. Instructor: Eileen Mac Arthur, BA, MFA
Wednesdays, January 20 to May 26 - 18 WEEKS 6 to 9 yrs: 5:00pm to 6pm* C10W4A 10 to 14 yrs: 6:15pm to 7:15pm* - C10W4B $95 Member / $105 Non members The Brown Children's Theatre will inspire an appreciation of all aspects of theatre. This 18 week program will help children develop confidence in public speaking and singing, as they rehearse, design sets and props, prepare costumes, and finally, perform for an audience, an adapted version of the musical Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie. Final dress rehearsal takes place on May 26. Final Performance: Saturday, May 29, 6pm. OSCATS! Off Set Camera 10weeks C10W2 Tuesdays, 10 WEEKS $100 Member /
Arts Theatre Seekers February 2 to April 13 4pm to 5:30pm $120 Non Members
‘Off Set Camera Arts Theatre Seekers’ encourages kids to grow their unique inner voice and celebrate differences and the unexpected through improvisational drama, creative movement and movie making. It aims to inspire kids to support each other to be the change they want to see in their world. Final Performance on April 13 at 5pm. Instructor: Steph Toohill & Al Koop
HERITAGE LECTURE SERIES These interactive lectures will help audiences understand the impact they can have on preserving and conserving historical landmarks and landscapes. Reception starts at 6:30 - Lecture begins at 7 p.m. Tickets $10 each - $8 for members $35 for series of 4 January 21 - Taking Charge: Citizens Heritage Involvement. Dr. Shipley is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Heritage Resource Centre at the University of Waterloo. Dr. Shipley has been asked to consult on the study underway for a Heritage Conservation District in Elora. February 25 - Heritage Restoration: Meet the Experts Ask the Experts - If you are interested in restoring an old house, or have other questions ask the panel for advice; Bill Wyminga - Building and Restoration Andrew Dancey - Historical Restorations and Construction Doug Burpee - Master Stone Mason Edward Thomas - Architect April 1 - Heritage Cultural Landscapes Owen Scott is a Landscape Architect with special attention to heritage restoration, inventories and analysis. Chris Hart is the Manager and Project Coordinator for Greenlands Centre Wellington. Shawn P. Watters is a golf course architect. His firm specializes in planning engineering and design. May 13 - Heritage Centre Wellington: Our Past Tomorrow. Members of the Committee will answer questions, and speak on subjects of interest to residents of Centre Wellington. Singing Stars January 21 to March 4 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. $40 Member/$50 Non Member Develop your child’s voice and confidence as a Singing Star! With a final goal of a fun and energetic recital for friends and family. Weekly exercises/games consist of vocal warm-up, breath control, enunciation, pitch, rhythm and tempo. Each child will be given the opportunity to sing solo or as part of a group. Final performance March 4 at 6 p.m. 7 weeks. Instructor: Bronte Vincent.
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Happy Holidays from the Elora Centre for the Arts Events January 7 Elora Centre for the Arts presents Making War by Todd Tremeer. Opening Reception at 7:30 p.m. in Minarovich Gallery at Elora Centre for the Arts. Exhibit runs until February 14. January 29 YAEC Coffee House Unplugged at Elora Centre for the Arts. 12 to 25 yrs. Singing, acoustics, spoken word, dance and improv. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Bank. Edible creation are for sale while coffee and tea are free of charge. Arrive early to grab a time-slot. 6:30 to 9 p.m. For info call 519-846-9698. March 27 Golden Acrylics Workshop at Elora Centre for the Arts. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. FREE. The Golden Acrylic Lecture demo is a fun, fast paced informative lecture covering all aspects of painting. Free samples and literature. Call 519-846-9698.
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MARCH BREAK FUN March Break Art Camps COOL ARTS - C10W6 – 5 to 7 yrs Monday to Friday, 9am to 12noon, Half Days $70 Member/ $80 Non member Let’s turn the temperature up in the art room with our creative ideas and individual style. Learn about the creative process with activities that include three dimensional “fire pots”, cool icicles, winterized self – portraits and a floating mobile constructed in the style of artist Alexander Calder. Try your hand at drawing, painting and sculpture and learn some of the fundamental principles of art making such as composition, shape and colour. Instructor: Eileen MacArthur, BA
Set the Stage BEHIND THE SCENES – Theatre Art Craft Camp C10W7 Monday to Friday March 15 to19 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $145 Member, $165 Non Member Youth will be introduced to the world of theatre this March Break! Learn how to use techniques like embossing, antiquing, and faux wood grain, to create a knight's shield, pirate’s treasure chest, or fabric scroll and an ancient book. Campers create masks and miniature sets and stories. We will explore the “look” of some interesting characters inspired by fairytales. Sign up early for your chance to win Family Tickets to Agatha Christie’s "And Then There Were None" at the Fergus Grand Theatre. Camp Leader: Robin Baird Lewis, BA
Learning about still drawing in the Casson Room at Fall Art Camp.
Snap – Edit- Frame ADVENTURES WITH A CAMERA Tuesday, March 16 & Wednesday, March 17 1:00pm to 4:30pm $55 Member / $65 Non Designed for teens with a creative flair and who love to push the limits of photography. We’ll explore ways to go beyond representational photography – looking for shapes, patterns and textures, and creating abstract impressions using people and places. Explore how to make basic corrections, and create collages, photo illustrations, funky abstractions and more using Photoshop. Bring your camera and a lap-top if possible. Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith
Youth Arts and Entertainment Council Every Tuesday in January is Girls Night in the Youth Room at the Elora Centre for the Arts. Ages 12 and up. Art, sculpting, sewing and more. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Regular drop in hours Tuesday 6 to 8:30, Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 4 p.m. Free supervised space within the Elora Centre for the Arts to foster and develop artist expression. Sponsored by Rotary. 519-846-9698 for information.