Creating Centre de créativité

02/22/2026

READY FOR SPRING? Venez pour cette atelier inspirante.
DRIED FLOWERS WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
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ATELIER DE CRÉATION
D’UNE COURONNE DE FLEURS SÉCHÉES
FERME STATICE FARM
Come join us on Sunday March 1st from 1 to 2:30 pm
at the Creativity Centre in Vankleek Hill (address: 13 ON-34, Vankleek Hill)
to make your own dried flowers wreath.
All supplies are included.
contact: [email protected]

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Venez nous rejoindre le dimanche 1er mars de 13h à 14h30 au Centre de Créativité de Vankleek Hill (adresse: 13 ON-34, Vankleek Hill)
pour fabriquer votre propre couronnes de fleurs séchées. Tout le matériel est inclus.

10/20/2025

We welcome everyone who wants to read and share some poetry time with us and learn more about our poetry group!
Join us at The Creating Centre 13th High Street VKH
Saturday 25th October from 1 to 3 pm, we want to hear you 😊

05/13/2025

Want to cultivate more calm and well-being in your life? Our FREE Wellness Workshop, led by the wonderful Dorit Perlin, is coming soon to the Creating Centre!
Check out the article to learn more about this event:

Discover Calm: A Free Wellness Workshop in VKH Posted on May 13, 2025 by Florencia Lazcano Feeling overwhelmed by the news, daily life, or personal struggles? It’s easy to feel stressed and anxious when the world around us feels challenging. But what if there was a simple, free way to find a littl...

04/09/2025

We are so excited for this upcoming movie night! À Vankleek Hill le 24 avril. 🎥 🍿
Common Ground is an incredible documentary about soil health andnsustainable farming.
Special guest speaker from local regenerative Kirkview Farm 💚
Thanks to partners and

Registration required
Common Ground is an incredible documentary about soil health and sustainable farming.

03/19/2025

This Saturday, March 29th, the Creating Centre invites you to Create The Life You Want.
This workshop/conference will provide the tools and inspiration you need to make positive changes and craft a fulfilling life.
Check out the flyer and contact Martine to get started!

03/18/2025

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!
We're sharing a memory from the last May show, with the captivating Celtic Flare. They're a talented ensemble who bring Irish traditions to life through their music 🍀

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1NnrjjpfRm/

03/15/2025

The Seed Swap is on today, Saturday, 15th March.
Exchange seeds and discover the significance of planting for sustainability.
Let's grow together!

Excellent Events

01/25/2025

Adding extra info for those interested in the clothing swap happening on January 26th.

No money exchanged: The idea is to give pre-loved clothing a new home while reducing waste.
We won't do profit out of this.

Open to all: Everyone is welcome to participate.

Financial donations: We will have a designated little basket/jar for optional donations to support the Creating Centre.

Clothing drop-off date: Some people I know already gave me some items to open the Swap with clothing in site. The rest of the people will arrive with their items and a volunteer will take care of sorting them/placing them.
Clothing sorting: Clothing will be sorted by genre, kids clothing will be placed in a special spot.

Volunteers: Volunteers are always appreciated to help with sorting, setting up, and running the event smoothly.

Bring your own bags: We encourage participants to bring their own reusable bags to carry their chosen items.

Clothing quality: We'll do our best to ensure the quality of donated items. Soiled, damaged, or smelly clothing will be gently declined.

There is no really an amount of clothing that people can take to their houses or bring to donate but I trust people will be honest and understand that we have to share and not be greedy.

Leftover clothes will be given to the VKH Thrifstore.

01/19/2025

A huge thank you to our writing workshop attendee and talented journalist Philip Oddi for featuring Creating Centre de créativité and our writing classes in The Review!

Check it out and hope to see you at The Creating Centre every Monday at 5:30 for some writing practice and tips.
https://thereview.ca/2025/01/16/writing-workshops-return-to-the-creating-centre/

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01/19/2025

The Arbor Gallery: A New Home and Big News for Vankleek Hill

The Arbor Gallery has embarked on a new era in Vankleek Hill, setting up shop at its fresh location on 103 High Street. After gracing the charming Higginson House for over three decades, the gallery is taking its art and crafts to a vibrant new space. This move also paves the way for the Higginson House to transform into a dedicated learning center in the near future. We are happy to share that local artist and educator Stephanie Pete will be breathing new life into the historic venue by establishing her art school, Art and DreamStudio, within its spacious and well-lit walls.

Following a short break to ensure a smooth transition, the Arbor Gallery reopened at its new location on January 16, 2025, with its first major event of the year. The inaugural exhibition, titled “Distortion,” is a platform for the artistic creations of talented students from Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute (VCI).

Running from January 16 to February 8, the exhibition promises a captivating exploration of what “distortion” signifies to these young artists.

The Significance of Art

Art serves as a cornerstone for the well-being and vibrancy of a town. Here’s a glimpse into why:

Strengthens the Community: Art acts as a powerful force in bringing people together and fostering a strong sense of community. Galleries like the Arbor Gallery provide a platform for artists to showcase their work and for residents to connect over shared passions for the arts.
Enhances Cultural Identity: Art serves as a reflection of a town’s unique character and history. By supporting local artists, towns can cultivate a distinct cultural identity that sets them apart.
Boosts the Economy: A flourishing arts scene can act as a magnet for tourists, generating revenue for local businesses and creating jobs in fields like art and education.
Inspires Creativity: Exposure to art has the power to ignite creativity and innovation in all facets of life. By providing opportunities for artistic expression, towns can nurture a population that is more creative and well-rounded.
Elevates Quality of Life: Art enriches our lives and transforms our communities into more beautiful and captivating places to live.
The Grand Opening

The public was invited to celebrate the opening of the “Distortion” exhibition at a vernissage on Saturday, January 18th. This event presented a wonderful chance to meet the up-and-coming artists and appreciate their diverse expressions.



Follow the link to know more about the Arbor Gallery, news, directors, and upcoming events.

https://arborgallery.org/

This entry was posted in Creating Centre Community Canvas, written by Florencia Lazcano.

01/19/2025

Great News for Vankleek Hill's Art Scene! 🎨

The Arbor Gallery has a new home at 103 High Street, and the historic Higginson House is about to embark on an exciting new chapter!

Read more about this development and the impact it will have on the community:
https://www.creatingcentre.ca/communitycanvas/the-arbor-gallery-a-new-home-and-big-news-for-vankleek-hill/

The Arbor Gallery: A New Home and Big News for Vankleek Hill Posted on January 19, 2025 by Florencia Lazcano   The Arbor Gallery has embarked on a new era in Vankleek Hill, setting up shop at its fresh location on 103 High Street. After gracing the charming Higginson House for over three decades, t...