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The Healing Power of Art

Mindful Creation: Addressing Anxiety through Art for Adults and Teens

We are pleased to offer a a new program brought to you by the Gabriola Arts Council’s Healing Power of Art program.

This class will meet regularly on 8 consecutive Wednesdays, beginning on October 5th. There are sessions for teens and for adults (different times) and the cost is by donation.

Are you looking for a way to ease anxiety and develop healthy new habits – while incorporating more art into your everyday? This is it.

Mindful Creation: Addressing Anxiety through Art for Adults and Teens

Every Wednesday, October 5 – November 23 (8 weeks total)
Teens – 4:30-6pm
Adults – 6:30-8pm (SOLD OUT)

Location: Gabriola Arts & Heritage Centre
Cost: by donation

Limit: 12 participants per session.

Registration has now closed

Would you like to be notified when we offer this class again? Join the waitlist here

Intentional Aging

Exploring the Path from Senior to Elder

What does it mean to be an elder? Is it simply a process of growing older or does it require a conscious choice? How do we take our place as elders in community? As elders, what can we offer our community? Read more…

Common Ground

An Arts-Based Support Group for Those Living with or Recovering from Cancer or Other Life-Challenging Illnesses

“… a unique way to express our thoughts, feelings, and insights with others with similar challenges.” — previous participant

Are you suffering from cancer or the after-effects of treatment? Read more…

Living with Cancer

The new session begins on Sunday, November 9. Look here for details.