When: 2nd July, 06:30 pm

Where: at the Westport United Church, 27 Spring Street, Westport, Ontario

Tickets: $10 (children 12 and under – FREE)

In partnership with the Westport Arts Council,  the Centre for Creative Learning is hosting The Afiara String Quartet, Bon Teau String Quartet and Students from the OrKIDStra program located in Ottawa, Ontario.

If you would like to reserve seats please visit:

http://www.centreforcreativelearning.com/workshop-registration.html

or call us at: 613-273-2226

Join us at 8:00 PM on July 1st for a behind-the-scenes, intimate evening of chamber music at the beautiful Westport Centre for Creative Learning at Stepping Stone.

As part of a 2-day chamber music retreat, two young professional string quartets, mentored by the award-winning Afiara quartet, will workshop dynamic new programs that bring together classical music and other genres, before kicking off a casual chamber music reading session.

It is a donation accepted event. If you would like to reserve seats please visit:

http://www.centreforcreativelearning.com/workshop-registration.html

or call us at: 613-273-2226

June 19-21

Be revitalized and refreshed at this weekend retreat. Join us and relax your body and mind. We will offer you a variety of treatments. Care will be given towards muscle, skin and soul. Topics and treatments will be yoga, massage, facials and much more. Healthy, delicious meals are included. This unique Spa Weekend is taking place at the centre amongst a beautiful natural setting, gorgeous gardens, a pool and serene pond with waterfalls. For those who require accommodation we offer unique luxury rooms with private ensuite. Open to couples, friends or individuals.

No accommodation 125 per person
Double occupancy with ensuite 350 per person
Single occupancy with ensuite 450 per person

When: May 29-31

*Feel better about yourself and let go of that lethargy!*

Spring has finally arrived. With spring comes our inevitable sense of
rejuvenation and renewal. Just in time you have the opportunity to attend
our Wellness Weekend, May 29 – 31. Fast forward your intention to increase
your fitness level, or to lose weight, or to discover ways to eat more
healthily, or all of the above! Be prepared to be inspired and to totally
amaze your beautiful self.

This weekend will include accommodation, home-cooked, healthy meals and all
activities, discussions and topics covered during the weekend. There will
be relaxation time each day to unwind, relax or visit the nearby shops in
the village of Westport.

*No accommodation 125 per person *
*Double occupancy with ensuite 350 per person *
*Single occupancy with ensuite 450 per person*


More information regarding this weekend can be found at:
http://www.centreforcreativelearning.co … vents.html


To register please visit:

http://www.centreforcreativelearning.co … ation.html

The Wesport Centre for Creative Learning is pleased to inform you of a rare and aspirational event taking place at the WCCL, the renowned Afiara Quartet will be giving two performances at the former Stepping Stone Inn. This is an opportunity you will not want to miss. Please join us for an intimate private concert, gala reception and exquisite private dinner on the evening of Friday September 19 (with surprise guests), or join us for a more informal community performance of the Afiara Quartet the evening of Sunday September 21….or both as the performances will be quite different from one another.

The Afiara Quartet is a dynamic and award-winning ensemble, described as “a revelation” (La Presse) with performances balancing “intensity and commitment” and “frequent moments of tenderness” (Montreal Gazette). After residencies at The Juilliard School and San Francisco State University, the Afiara are currently Fellowship Quartet at the Royal Conservatory of Music. The ensemble is winner of the Young Canadian Musicians Award, Concert Artist Guild, Munich ARD, and Banff International String Quartet Competitions, including the latter’s Szekely Prize for the best interpretation of Beethoven. The Afiara has performed throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia, at such venues as Carnegie Hall’s Zankel and Weill Halls, the Kennedy Center, Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, Library of Congress in DC, Sao Paulo’s Museum of Modern Art, Pro Musica of San Miguel de Allende, London’s Wigmore Hall, Austria’s Esterhazy Palace, Munich’s Prinz Regenten Theatre, Amsterdam’s Muziekgebouw, and the Royal Library in Copenhagen. Their relentless pursuit of beauty and discovery is documented in over 25 commissions of new music, new educational outreach initiatives for school children funded by the Ontario Arts Council, and projects with jazz virtuoso Uri Caine, Latin Grammy Award-winning producer Javier Limon, and ground-breaking scratch DJ, Kid Koala. The Afiara String Quartet takes it’s name from the Spanish ‘fiar’ meaning ‘to trust’ a basic element of the depth and joy of it’s music making.  Truly a unique event well worth attending.

Please review the attached options and let us know which you would like to reserve. You can reach us atwww.centreforcreativelearning.com or by calling us at 613 273-2226. Check out the Afiara String Quartet at www.afiara.com

*YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUT!*

*Revitalize yourself before autumn begins*

*Friday August 22nd to Sunday August 24th afternoon! *


*An all-inclusive retreat weekend! *
The Westport Centre for Creative Learning is hosting our first Wellness
Retreat!

Join us in participating in a variety of wellness sessions!
* Have a personal massage provided by Sundari Day Spa
* Enjoy sunsets on the brand new deck
* Learn about balancing your pH levels through nutrition
* Relish yoga provided by Moongate Garden Yoga
* Relax with a refreshing morning swim in our large, secluded pool
area
* Squeeze in a workout and stretch routine with Clearfit Personal
Training
* Rejuvenate with nature walks and absorb the beauty of the gorgeous
gardens, splendid waterfalls and serene pond
This magnificent weekend includes accommodation in unique, luxury suites or
rustic cabin rooms and of course – healthy, delicious meals
Cost:

Single Occupancy ~ $650 ONLY $390

Double Occupancy ~ $550 ONLY $330

No Accommodation~$295 ONLY$177

Saturday only ~ $195 ONLY $117

HURRY REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW NIGHT!

you have just 24 hours to register!

YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUT!

Revitalize yourself before autumn begins. The Westport Centre for Creative Learning is hosting their first all-inclusive retreat weekend in the afternoon from Friday August 22nd to Sunday August 24th!

Join us in participating in a variety of wellness sessions!

* Have a personal massage provided by Sundari Day Spa
* Enjoy sunsets on the brand new deck
* Learn about balancing your pH levels through nutrition
* Relish yoga provided by Moongate Garden Yoga
* Relax with a refreshing morning swim in our large, secluded pool
area
* Squeeze in a workout and stretch routine with Clearfit Personal
Training
* Rejuvenate with nature walks and absorb the beauty of the gorgeous
gardens, splendid waterfalls and serene pond

This magnificent weekend includes accommodation in unique, luxury suites or
rustic cabin rooms and of course – healthy, delicious meals

Cost:

Single Occupancy ~ $650

Double Occupancy ~ $550

No Accommodation~$295

Saturday only ~ $195

Register now before the early bird discount disappears!

This weekend, July 26th and 27th, 2014 we are hosting *Motus O Dance
Theatre*!
*Motus O* is nationally recognized dance troupe from Stouffville, Ontario.
They have traveled all across North America, Europe and Australia
performing various dance shows.


On Saturday July 26th 10 am-4 pm, *Motus O’s *Artistic directors are
facilitating
the workshop,
*Body in Motion- With FUN!*

You are invited to this introductory workshop on movement, designed for
self-expression and storytelling. A variety of motifs will be learned and
explored investigating time, space, shapes and flow always working within
the realm of one’s natural abilities. Individual, partner and group work
will be explored, inspiring moments of community and creativity. All skill
levels welcomed.

On July 27th 2 pm- 3:30 pm *Motus O* will be presenting one
of their most renowned shows,* Circus Terrifico*!


Come and enjoy the hilarious,exciting show! *Circus Terrifico *is a comical
dance performance about three circus performers boarding the train to their
next show. A case of vanishing tickets, however, thwarts their plans and
strands them on the platform. It takes every trick in the book (and their
suitcases!) to create an impromptu show to raise money for new tickets.
This is a hilariously energetic micro-version interpretation of the
ballets, Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake. Bring the family! Light
refreshments will be included.


*Offer for ” Friends of WCCL” (**that means YOU!)*


Save $5 off each ticket to Circus Terrifico

or

Save $15 off registration to Body in Motion- with FUN


Tickets can be purchased online at:
http://www.centreforcreativelearning.co … ducts.html


Register for our workshops at:

http://www.centreforcreativelearning.co … ation.html

The Center for Creative Learning has added two new workshops this July.

Come out and enjoy Tell Your Story!

Saturday, July 19 – 10am-4pm
Tell Your Story Storytelling & Personal Narrative with Catherine McCormick
Storytelling is a popular art form at live storytelling events and on radio shows and podcasts worldwide. It can also be used as a tool to improve your public speaking, voice, and personal narrative writing. This full-day workshop will introduce participants to the basics of telling a tale and a variety of storytelling techniques. Each participant will leave the workshop with one polished 5 minute story, as well as a pocketful of ideas for future performances, personal essays or memoirs.

Improvised Comedy for Fun & Creativity

Sunday, July 20 – 10am-4pm
Improvised Comedy for Fun & Creativity with Danz Altvater
Improvisation is a valuable tool for performers of all stripes as well as a fun, low-pressure way to start performing. Improv helps develop acting and writing skills, and can also build up one’s confidence, creative flow and public speaking ability. This workshop is designed to introduce people at all skill levels to the art of improvisation. Participants will get hands-on instruction in improv comedy through various exercises, games and scenework. Participants will end the day with a 20 minute performance open to friends and family.

This summer get out, meet new people, and foster new skills you didn’t know you had!

For more information visit www.centreforcreativelearning.com

The Centre for Creative Learning has a series of summer workshops that will bring out the artist in you. If you’ve always dreamed of pursuing an artistic passion, now’s your chance with one of these fantastic symposiums. There are a large variety of workshops to choose from, and your enrollment includes a free lunch.

Here’s a complete list of this summer’s activities:

Collage Creation with Carol Lee Riley
June 14 9am-12pm
$30
Immerse yourself into the world of intuitive art through a free form combination of collage & assemblage. Explore the possibilities when materials collide – fabric, paper, paint, wood, metal, found objects and more. Use them with wild abandon to embrace your inner artist. There will be plenty of materials and tools available. Bring a few of your favourite materials if you wish to. Inspiration, techniques, design and use of tools will be explored. All levels welcome.

Breakfast No-Bake Pies with Lynn Daniluk
June 14, 1-4pm
$30
Come and enjoy an afternoon of healthy baking!! In this workshop you willhave the opportunity to learn to make 3 of the desserts from Julie Daniluk’s “Anti-Inflammatory Live-it”. Julie, Lynn’s sister, has written 2 cookbooks which are run-away Canadian best sellers. Lynn often collaborates with Julie so you will be benefit from both of their inspiring expertise. By removing gluten, dairy and sugar from their diet many people are able to reduce pain, inflammation and weight. This workshop will give you an idea of how you can have a pain-free life and have your cake too!

Picture It! Photography with John Scully
June 21, 10am-4pm
$65
Come and enjoy learning new photography techniques! Surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Westport’s own backyard you will enhance your skills in composition and photographic design, technical aspects, the language of photography, self-expression, basic editing and much more!

Pen and Ink Drawing with Scott Wilson
June 28, 10am-4pm
$65
Have you always wanted to draw? This workshop will introduce you to the techniques and possibilities of working with ink on paper. Come and enjoy the glories of this medium. We will start with the black and white basics and then introduce jewel-like colours in the second half of the day. This discipline is particularly fantastic for illustration. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

En-Plein-Air Workshop – Summer with Nicole McGrath
July 12
10am-4pm
$65
The pleasure of painting outdoors will reward you with increased observation skills, improved colour identification and mixing, quick decision making, and provide you with lots of fresh air! Using traditional and time-saving techniques, Nicole will provide group instruction and one on one coaching. Using only oil colours (pigment & linseed oil) remains the best option for painting in various weather conditions, and is the most eco-friendly option for self and nature. Valuable information to prepare you for the elements when painting outdoors is also provided. When prepared, the challenge is easy and fun!

Learn to Dance! with Motus O Dance Theatre
July 27, 10am-4pm
$65
This workshop is an introduction to movement, designed for self-expression and storytelling. A variety of motifs will be learned and explored investigating time, space, shapes and flow always working within the realm of one’s natural abilities. Individual, partner and group work will be explored, inspiring moments of community and creativity. All skill levels welcomed.