ACT Community Programs

 

Experience fun and creative workshops and learning opportunities for all ages.

Kids hands with Colourful Paint Background

Art Club for Kids

Participants in the ACT Art Club for Kids will have the opportunity to begin to build skills using a variety of art media in open-ended ways. Children will have the opportunity to explore, learn and collaborate with one another using art materials, and engaging in alternate ways of sharing their thoughts, feelings and ideas in a friendly and social setting in ACT’s art studio. This will allow for exploration of self-expression, mindfulness and social connection throughout their time in the program with an ACT Artist using art as a language. The ACT Art Club for Kids offers sessions for kids in Senior Kindergarten through Grade 3. 

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Art Club for Youth

Participants in the ACT Art Club for Youth will have the opportunity to begin to build skills using a variety of art media in open-ended ways. Participants will have the opportunity to explore, learn and collaborate with one another using art materials, and engaging in alternate ways of sharing their thoughts, feelings and ideas in a friendly and social setting in ACT’s art studio. This will allow for exploration of self-expression, mindfulness and social connection throughout their time in the program with an ACT Artist using art as a language. The ACT Art Club for Youth offers sessions for youth in Grades 4 through 9. 

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Strum Fun

Participants in this 8-week Ukulele Program will have the opportunity for beginners to learn and build techniques in chords and to play simple songs. With a small group setting of 3 participants, children will have the opportunity to explore, learn and collaborate with their ukulele teacher and one another in a friendly and social setting in ACT’s art studio.

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Culinary Arts
Focaccia Art Friday

Join an Artist in our ACT ‘Make & Take’ culinary arts Focaccia Art Friday! In this workshop you will design and create your very own edible art landscape on focaccia dough using herbs, spices and some vegetables. You will be able to take your beautiful and unique focaccia bread home to enjoy.

Community Partnerships

Youth Visual Arts Mentoring Program

The Youth Visual Arts Mentoring Program is a great opportunity for youth between the ages of 13-17 who enjoy art and are considering it as a possible career choice. This 4-week program gives participants opportunity to explore, learn and be mentored by professional artists. All materials for this program are provided and includes a public art exhibition with reception. This workshop is provided by the Fine Arts Society of Milton (FASM), in partnership with Milton Community Resource Centre (MCRC).
Details:
  • Sunday Afternoons (October 20, October 27, November 3, November 10)
  • Cost: $20 per workshop
  • Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South, Milton
  • Registration Deadline: September 25, 2024
  •  Registration & More information: Fine Arts Society of Milton (FASM)

Artists and Children Together Registration Cancellation Policy

If a written request is submitted to withdraw from a program 5 Business days prior to the first class…A full refund minus a $25.00 administration fee will be provided in the same manner the original payment was made.
If a written request to withdraw is received within the first 2 weeks of the program…A pro-rated refund minus the cost of each completed class as well as a $25.00 administration fee will be provided in the same manner the original payment was made.
If a written request to withdraw is received after the second week of program…No refund will be issued.
If MCRC ACT programs cancel a program due to low enrollment or circumstances beyond our control…A full refund will be issued in the way in the same manner the original payment was made.