“Learning for the fun of it”
Winter 2025
Registration: starts Tuesday, January 14 from (10 am – 2 pm)
REGISTRATION:
→ In Person: At the Glengarry Encore office at the address below (limited schedule); Fees are payable by CASH or CHEQUE or E-transfer.
OR
→ Mail in: Only if accompanied by CHEQUE payable to Glengarry Encore,
OR
→ Telephone: during office hours: e-transfer to email only (via text not available)
• Registrations accepted up to 5 days before scheduled date of each Workshop
• Register early as courses may be cancelled due to lack of participants.
MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS: If Workshop space is limited, your place is reserved only upon receipt of payment.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Workshops may be cancelled due to weather conditions, or at the discretion of the instructor. If a workshop is cancelled, we attempt to notify participants as quickly as possible. The workshop will be rescheduled if possible.
REFUND POLICY: A full workshop refund will be issued if your workshop is cancelled, or you are unable to attend the rescheduled date. Request for a refund will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
SUPPLY FEE: Materials provided by the instructor are listed in the cost on the registration form. This fee is non-refundable.
LOCATION: Unless otherwise indicated, all workshops are held at Glengarry Encore Centre:
Gary Shepherd Hall, 102 Derby St. W. Alexandria (Island Park).
Place is reserved only upon receipt of payment.
Created, operated and presented by VOLUNTEERS!
DISCLAIMER: All views and opinions expressed in these workshops/courses are those of the LEADER and do not necessarily represent those of Glengarry Encore Education. Glengarry Encore will not accept any liability in respect to information given in these settings
Glengarry Encore will follow all EOHU covid protocols
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January 2025
Photo Club
Leader: Milo Smith
Weekly sessions
Date: Thursdays beginning Jan. 16
Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $30
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
The photo club is for enthusiasts and those wanting to improve their digital photography skills and images. Meetings are held to share and discuss images from a technical and artistic perspective as well as offer critiques when requested. Weekly challenges give members the opportunity to learn and practice new skills. Occasionally we will travel to destinations with photographic interest. For more information send your queries to [email protected]
Exercise for Fall Prevention
Leader: Penny Decoste
1 Session
Date: Tuesday Jan. 21, 2025
Time: 10-11:30pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 20*
Penny is a senior fitness instructor looking ensure people stay strong and healthy as they grow older. Strength helps you stay independent longer and gives you a better quality of life. Being physically active also helps prevent falls. Come join this class and learn exercises you can do at home.
Access Bars: technique to sooth your mind and body
Leader: Sharon Lauzon
1 Session
Date: Friday Jan. 24, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Have you ever found yourself reacting to the smallest things? Or maybe you can’t seem to shut off your mind no matter what you try? Feeling stressed, tired, anxious, or worried? Welcome to this relaxing, de stressing and well-being technique: Access Bars. In this session, I’ll introduce you to “Access Bars”: how it’s practiced, the benefits of a session, and the symptoms that can be improved.
Chair Yoga
Leader: Francina Collard
1 Session
Date: Tuesday Jan. 28, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 2:30pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Chair Yoga for Flexibility, Strength, and Balance. This workshop will introduce the participants to the benefits of maintaining flexibility, strength and balance as we age. Chair yoga is suitable for all fitness levels.
February 2025
Denim Purse
Leader: Sandy Campbell
1 session
Date: Monday Feb 3, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $15 Supply cost: $5
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 15 *
Who does not have a pair of jeans looking for a new life? Join us as we learn to make a denim purse. There will be more than one pattern to choose from.
Things to bring: an old pair of jeans, scissor and thread of your choice, sewing machine and cotton fabric for lining if desired. Magnetic fasteners will be supplied.
Woodcarving with Michel
Leader: Michel Latreille
10 sessions
Date: starting Tuesday Feb 4th
Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $50 Supplies: $5
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 12*
Michel shares his knowledge and passion for woodcarving in 10 fun-filled sessions. Woodcarving is a great outlet for all your creative energy. Have an enjoyable time and carve your own niche.
Senior Health Services
Leader: Sarah Nuttall
1 Session
Date: Wednesday Feb. 5, 2025
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
As we and our parents age, we begin to think about future care. Sarah, an educational presenter for Ontario Health at Home, will bring you the answers. You will learn about services available to keep a person in their home; how to determine the need for more care in a residence; and the costs associated with each one. She will explain the differences in care for various residences in our area. Bring your questions.
Foundational Wellness – Keeping our Years Golden
Leader: Laurie Baiao
1 session
Date: Wednesday Feb. 12, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 25*
What is foundational wellness and how critical it is to keep our body systems functioning optimally? It’s clear that we now have a longer lifespan, but shorter health span – we’ll learn what and why that is. We’ll discuss cellular health, digestion, sleep, discomfort and more and learn how we can support the body naturally through the use of essential oils and essential-oil infused wellness products. We can put more life in our years!
Putting your mind at ease?
Leader: Craig Smith
1 session
Date: Friday Feb. 14, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
This will be an exploration of what changes in memory are to be expected as we age, versus something starting to creep in that warrants further investigation. We all notice changes in our memory as we age. Sometimes this can be cause for alarm and anxiety; sometimes not. Craig will put many of those anxieties to bed! We will talk about ways to push off memory loss and how to take the best care possible of our brain keeping it as robust and resilient as possible into the future.
Painting with Marion
Leader: Marion Bebbington
1 session
Date: Friday Feb. 21, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $15 Supplies: $10
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 6 *
Painting with Acrylics: Time to put those brushes in action again. During these cold days of Winter let’s treat ourselves to creating something uplifting and warm to bring fun into our times together.
Dutch Migration in Glengarry
Leader: Helena McCuaig
1 session
Date: Monday Feb. 24, 2025
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
After WWII, thousands of Dutch farmers found a new home in the dairy regions of Canada. Between 1945 and 1955 Glengarry welcomed its share of immigrants who have become part of the
fabric of the county. Why did they cross the ocean? What were their experiences? Come and hear some of their stories.
Hot Water Tanks: All Questions Answered
Leader: Jerry Boroff
1 Session
Date: Wednesday Feb. 26, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Does your hot water tank not deliver what it used to and need to be replaced? One answer is, not necessarily. Which of the fuels deliver the best recovery rate for hot water tanks? Are there advantages for the modern “on demand” hot water tank? The answer is yes and no. I’ll explain everything you ever wanted to know about hot water tanks.
KAIROS Blanket Exercise (KBE)
Leader: Carole Page
Date: Friday Feb. 28, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 3:30pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Minimum: 12*
The KAIROS Blanket Exercise (KBE) is an interactive teaching tool exploring the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples since their first encounters in the 1600’s to today’s modern
time. Created in 1996, in collaboration with the Aboriginal Rights Coalition and many Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, the exercise walks you through the changes and laws that affected
Indigenous communities across Turtle Island or as we call the land today “Canada”.
March 2025
Stained Glass Suncatcher
Leader: Helene Cere
1 session
Date: Monday Mar. 3, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $15 Supply Cost: $35
Location: Priest’s Mill Arts Center
(16 Mill Square, Alexandria)
*Maximum: 8*
Create a unique stained-glass sun catcher designed by HeleneCere. Helene, who is a multidisciplinary artist, will facilitate the workshop at the newly revamped Priest’s Mill Arts Centre. Usingthe Tiffany method, you’ll learn basic glass cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering and finishing techniques in this 3-4 hour workshop. While there, learn more about the warm glass arts and appreciate the gallery’s exhibition, including works of more than 26 local artists.
WRITE IT NOW (WIN)
Leader: Ron Lajoie
6 sessions
Date: Thursdays – starting
March 13 & 27, April 10 & 24, May 8 & 22
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $30
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Everyone has a story to tell. Everyone wishes their ancestor had written the “family” stories. Write It Now is structured to help you get started in preserving a bit of your life’s history for posterity. You will share the joys, the sadness, and the laughter of your fellow writers as you share experiences of growing up, of travel, of careers, of wedding and children. Best of all, you will have a wonderful gift that will be a legacy to future generations.
Maple Sugar and Tractors
Leader: Jim Wightman & Scott Fourney
1 session
Date: Monday Mar. 17, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Locations:
Maple Sugar Bush: 20589 Con 3, Lancaster, ON K0C 1N0
Tractors: 20735 Con 4, Lancaster, ON K0C 1N0
A perfect early spring tour. Join us to visit Jim at his ultramodern sugar camp: close to the road with easy access. You will learn about modern technology including the collection of sap by pipeline and the use of reverse osmosis in the production of maple syrup. Of course, the trip would not be complete without a taste of taffy. Scott Fourney, Jim’s neighbour, also invites you to stop by at his “museum” to view his amazing collection of antique farm tractors and machinery from days of yore. This is truly a Canadian adventure.
Sunflower Wreath
Leader: Marielle Brunet
1 session
Date: Monday Mar. 24, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 20*
Learn how to work with burlap to create your own beautiful projects. In this session, Marielle will help you produce a sunflower for your front door. Please bring the following supplies: 10” wire wreath form, 2 yards yellow burlap. 1⁄2 yard green burlap, 1⁄4 yard brown burlap. Scissors, needle and brown thread.
Thrifting 101- Get Your Thrift On
Leader: Sue Pitchford
1 session
Dates: Tuesday Mar. 25, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Come & be inspired – Learn how to take items you find thrifting and give them new life. Lots of great tips & tricks to help you bring some personality into your space – and save money! Bring your questions & please take notes!
April 2025
Creativity with Acrylic
Leader: Yvonne Callaway
5 sessions
Dates: Tuesdays – April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $40
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 15*
Even if you “cannot draw a straight line with a ruler,” release your inner artist by exploring. A little theory & lots of hands-on experimenting. Yvonne is a professional artist with >25 years’
experience. She’ll share tips & offer guidance, even if you’ve never touched a brush!
Please ask for the supply list at Registration.
Gardening with Grow Good Food
Leader: Peggy McDonald
1 session
Date: Wednesday Apr. 2, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Peggy will share her in-depth knowledge of organic vegetable growing, offering insights on maximizing yield and extending your growing season. You’ll learn practical techniques for planning your garden to grow more vegetables in the space you have, with strategies such as vertical gardening, companion planting, and season extension methods.
Baking Bread with Chef Margaret
Leader: Chef Margaret McCormick
1 session
Date: Saturday Apr. 5, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Cost: $15 Supply fee: $10
Location: Green Valley Community Centre – 4159 MacKinnon Street
*Maximum: 15*
Bread is one of the oldest human-made foods and is an important part of many cultures. Come and learn how to mix, knead, shape and bake fluffy loaves of bread in this hands-on session. You will learn about the many types of flour and various kinds of bread. Think of the aroma and tastes that will fill your kitchens as you practice making bread at home.
Beginners iPad
Leader: LeeAnne Vallance
2 sessions
Dates: Mondays Apr. 7 & 14, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $20
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 12*
These two sessions are designed for beginners and will cover the very basics of the iPad. You will learn tips that will help you get the most out of your iPad. LeeAnne will help you discover a variety of apps and hidden tips to become more productive and to have more fun with your iPad. Please bring your iPad. Knowing your Apple ID will be helpful.
Mosaic Tile
Leader: Fiona Fraser
1 session
Date: Friday Apr. 11, 2025
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15 Supply Cost: $10
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 10*
Create a beautiful mosaic tile using stained glass. You will go home with your own 4×4″ tile with colourful pieces of stained glass arranged in your unique pattern. (Please bring: Apron or old shirt & spatula for spreading adhesive.)
Advanced iPad
Leader: LeeAnne Vallance
2 sessions
Dates: Wednesdays Apr. 23 & 30, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $20
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 12*
This two-day course (for those who took Introduction to iPads or who have more advanced knowledge) is to help individuals who are already comfortable using the iPad become more proficient. Time saving features, tips and tricks will be shared to help get the most out of your device. Please bring your iPad. Knowing your Apple ID will be helpful.
Lost Villages Revisited
Leader: Jim Brownell
1 session
Date: Wednesday Apr. 23, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Jim, local historian, former SDG MPP, and retired teacher is well versed to take you on a power point slide show using archival photographs from the Lost Villages Archives. The presentation will follow the contents of his book entitled ” A Tour Through the Lands of the Lost Villages”. The book is a culmination of years of research and personal experiences.
Introduction to Old World Prehistory
Leader: Brent Whitford
1 session
Date: Monday Apr. 28, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Brent has an amazing archeological and historical knowledge. He will briefly introduce us to the complex prehistory of the Old World (Africa, Asia, and Europe) running from the introduction of stone tools to the first metal working societies of the region. Together we will enjoy learning how some of humanity’s accomplishments came to pass.
May 2025
Hand drums, guitars, dancing and singing – One Way to Wellness
Leader: Elder Thomas Dearhouse
1 session
Date: Friday May 2, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Let’s explore the human voice, hand drum and rattles as early expressions of our musicality. Then moving forward to other instruments and more sophisticated ways to not only entertain but
to help us feel good. It is said music is a universal language, we each have something to offer and to enjoy. Feel free to bring an instrument or song to this participatory session which is sure to uplift our spirits.
Creating Your Own Backyard/Balcony Oasis & Gardening Inspiration
Leader: Sue Pitchford
1 session
Dates: Tuesday May 6, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 2:30pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
Join us and get inspired to create a relaxing space to enjoy with your friends and family. Easy & quick ideas for your garden, backyard and balcony that won’t break the bank! Bring your questions & please take notes!
Magical Morocco
Leader: Sharon McRae
1 session
Date: Wednesday May 7, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 2:30pm
Cost: $15
Location: Glengarry Encore Building
*Maximum: 30*
Take a virtual trip to Morocco, and maybe make some plans for a real visit! Learn all about this fabulous country, the customs, history, art, architecture, food, geography and the warm welcoming people. Many people are reluctant to venture to a different culture, but with a little preparation, it can be one of the most rewarding adventures!
Spring Nature Walk
Leader: Michael Williams
1 session
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Garry Fen parking lot,
Lakeshore Road
Birds chirping, flowers blooming and the sun shining, all announce the arrival of spring. After the long winter, what could be better than a hike in the woods? Fortunately, Mike has agreed to share his wealth of information about the natural world as we walk the Garry Fen trail. The trail is approximately a 4km loop.
Birding at Cooper Marsh
Leader: Lance Laviolette
1 session
Date: Friday, May 16 , 2025
Time: 8:00am – 11:00am
Cost: $15
Location: Parking lot at Cooper Marsh:
20020 SD&G county Rd #2, South Glengarry, K0C 2E0
*Maximum: 25*
We will meet at the Cooper Marsh Conservation Area parking lot at 8am. This South Lancaster birding hot spot is well known for the variety of birds that occur there in spring, summer and fall. We will be looking for marsh birds, ducks and the many bird species which are found around the edges of the marsh. The walking will be easy on the conservation area paths and boardwalk and we will be back at the parking lot by 11am. Although the trails are generally dry, do wear clothing and footwear to suit the weather.
Vankleek Hill Visit
Leader: Debbie Hall
1 session
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Vankleek Hill Museum 95 Main Street East, Vankleek Hill, Ontario K0B 1R0
Come and meet Debbie Hall at the Vankleek Hill museum. She will explain the interesting history of Vankleek Hill then lead the group on a short walking tour to see the old buildings. Learn why it is called the Gingerbread Capital. Included will be a stop off at the Higginson Tower and the Arbour Art Gallery. After your tour, you may want to visit the Broken Kettle, Nicos or One Eleven for lunch.
