55 Plus Centre Workshops
The following workshops take place at the 55 Plus Centre.
KNITTING WORKSHOPS
with Margaret Duncan
| CODE | WORKSHOP | TIME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26535 | Top-Down Sweater | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Sept 25 – Oct 9 | $80.00 |
| Learn to knit a top-down sweater, there are no seams to sew just a few beginning and ending yarns to weave in. A bonus to this knit style is you can easily replace the bottom and cuffs for growth. The pattern is not difficult, suitable for intermediate knitter. Must be able to increase, decrease, cast on cast off, comfortable with the knit and purl stitches. | ||||
| 26536 | Christmas Stocking | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Nov 6 – Nov 20 | $80.00 |
| Learn to knit a Christmas stocking and we will add embellishments with needle felting and basic embroidery stitches. Best suited for those with basic knitting skills | ||||
SWEDISH WEAVING FOR BEGINNERS
with Val Zhiha
Learn the beautiful fabric art of Swedish Weaving. There is an extra $25 for supplies for the course, payable to the instructor on the first day.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25889 | Tuesdays | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Oct. 22 – Nov 12 | $48.00 |
WASTE REDUCTION & RECYCLING EDUCATION
with Eco Superior
In this workshop hosted by Eco Superior, you will learn how to reduce your waste and live a more sustainable lifestyle. Learn the ins and outs of recycling in our region, and why recycling should be considered a last resort.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25538 | Wednesday | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | September 25 | $10.00 |
COMPOSTING 101
with Eco Superior
Composting is a simple way to reduce your curbside trash by as much as 30%, provide a great source of natural fertilizer for your lawn and garden, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This workshop, hosted by Eco Superior, involves an interactive presentation where you’ll learn the basics of both indoor (vermicomposting) and backyard composting, including all the troubleshooting, tips, and tricks you’ll need.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25539 | Wednesday | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | October 9 | $10.00 |
KEEP IT SIMPLE
with Eco Superior
Are you interested in learning about housecleaning without harm, or safer options for personal care products? This presentation, hosted by Eco Superior, helps decipher what ingredients are in your products and how to make safer choices. This workshop involves an interactive presentation and the materials to make a safe, simple, and natural body scrub to take home!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25540 | Wednesday | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | October 23 | $10.00 |
PAINTING POTTERY
with The Hive
Join us for these half day workshops where you will paint hand made pottery. All tools and paint provided, your pottery will be fired for you by The Hive, pick up of your piece is at The Hive.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26299 | Starry Night Mug | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Friday, September 20 | $50.00 |
| 26303 | Fall Leaves Mug | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | Tuesday, October 8 | $50.00 |
| 26305 | Ceramic Pumpkin Painting | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Friday, October 18 | $60.00 |
| 26308 | Rustic Stein Mug | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | Tuesday, November 5 | $60.00 |
| 26309 | Peacock Bowl | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Friday, November 29 | $60.00 |
AUTUMN IN THE GARDEN
with Linda Parker
Learn how to preserve your garden harvest, how to plant fall bulbs and winter garlic. Propagate perennials for spring blooms and prepare outdoor gardens for winter.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26425 | Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | Sept 11 – Oct 16 | $65.00 |