Art Programs and Workshops
Art programs
Please register in advance for the following programs. Space is limited. Upon arrival to your program please check in at the front desk. Non-members will be asked to pay a $3.00 fee per visit. Members only are able to register online for the programs below.
Materials cost extra. We can give you a supply list or email it to you. You'll have to bring your supplies with you for the first class. Beginner to experienced painters are welcome.
| Acrylics |
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Learn how easy it is to work with acrylics! You will start by making a colour wheel, and then learn the best way to create your painting using your own pictures. No experience is necessary. This is not a group lesson but involves lots of one-on-one instruction. Instructor is Pat Megraw.
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| Drawing |
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Start at your own level. If you are beginner, you will learn to draw simple shapes, make them look three dimensional and progress to drawings. No experience necessary. This is not a group lesson but involves lots of one-on-one instruction. Instructor is Pat Megraw.
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| Mixed water media class |
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You get to choose if you work with watercolours or acrylics in this mixed water media class. No experience needed. This is not a group lesson but involves lots of one-on-one instruction. Instructor Pat Megraw. Session 1:
Session 2:
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| Oil painting |
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We'll give you demos and help you with a variety of different projects including how to use warm and cool colours, create landscapes and more! We welcome new ideas. Instructor is Cathy Grieve.
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| Colour wheel class |
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Are you confused as to what paint colours to buy? Are you afraid of the expense? Learn to use a minimum number of colours to make any colour you need! You will also learn some basic techniques to use waht you have learned to get started. This class is open to anyone wanting to start acrylics or watercolours. There is a small fee for extra supplies. Instruction is Pat Megraw.
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| Pottery painting |
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Get creative and make your own hand-painted pottery piece. Keep it for yourself or give it away as a gift. You'll paint your own spring flower pot. Materials provided by Crockadoodle.
Call us to pre-register. |
Workshops and special interest programs
We offer a variety of different workshops and special interest programs year-round. Pre-registration is required.
| Income tax clinics |
| If you need help with your 2019 income tax return as us if you qualify for free help. This program is valid for our members only. Call us after March 1, 2020 to book an appointment with one of our trained volunteers. |
| The Brant Carving Club |
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The Brant Carving Club members have many years of experience at all levels and areas including Caricature, Relief, Birds, Love Spoons and Bark Carving. They welcome all "wood-be" novice or seasoned carvers to join them in "sharpening" your activities.
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| Hearing care |
| At the Canadian Hearing Services there is a special program called Sound Rewards. If you are a member with us you can get lower prices on hearing aids, repairs, devices and batteries. |
| Hearing help class |
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Hearing help classes can improve communication with family and friends and help you stay involved in your favourite activities. Please feel free to attend with a family member. Call 1-866-518-0000 or email Allan to register.
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| One-on-One tech help |
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Learn more about your device with an hour of tech help from one of our knowledgeable volunteers. Help is available iwth Windows 7, 8, 10, iPads and Android tablets. The cost for one appointment is $5.00 if you are a member. Call us to book in advance. |
| Card making workshops |
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You'll make four all-occasion cards using different tools and techniques. Supplies are included and fine motor skills are needed. Instructor Sharon Rafferty.
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| Alzheimer/Dementia awareness presentation |
Do you have questions about Dementia? Join the Alzheimer Society of Brant for an informal hour of education. Staff from the Alzheimer Society will be available monthly to discuss your concerns and help you on your journey.
Call us to pre-register. |
| Three steps to writing your memoir |
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Start your memoir now. This class will help you put down on paper the memories filling your head and show you how to make these tales and adventures sparkle with life. Instructor is Larry Brown.
Register online beginning at 8:00 a.m. April 30. |
| Scams and Frauds presentation |
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Learn how to avoid scams that target seniors such as mass marketing frauds, identity theft and romance. Some online shopping tips may also be discussed. Present by: Brock Godfrey from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Call us to pre-register. |
| Intermediate spanish |
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In this class you will add on to what you learned in the beginner's level class with Maria Hernandez. If you would like to register you must have taken Maria's beginners level class or have basic understanding of the Spanish language.
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| doTERRA workshop-gift giving with essential oils |
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Learn about the benefits of essential oils. You will make a few small, natural gifts to give to those you love. Make a lip blam and loose leaf tea.
Call us to pre-register. |
| Niagara bus tour - Thursday, May 28 |
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Beckett Adult Leisure Centre and Great Canadian Holidays presents the Treasures of Oxford County bus tour. It includes transportation in a luxury motorcoach, guided tour of Annadale House in Tillsonburg, lunch at the Green Frog Cafe, and visits to Coyle's and Jakeman's Maple Farm.
Call us to book or for more information. |
| Rolling down the river bus tour - Thursday, July 9 |
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Take a trip in a luxury motorcoach and visit Parks Blueberries, Duc D'Orleans luncheon cruise in Sarnia and take a guided tour at Stones and Bones Museum.
Call us to book or for more information. |
| Ripley's Aquarium bus tour - Thursday, September 24 |
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Take a trip in a luxury motorcoach and enjoy a buffet lunch at The Mandarin restaurant then visit to Ripley's Aquarium in Toronto.
Call us to book or for more information. |
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