The Gallery will be closed to the public October 7th & 8th for the Thanksgiving weekend.
By Susan Ksiezopolski Lean into the unknownEvaluate the gaps you need to fill And never stop learningRevisit what you think you knowNow is the time to grow Now more than ever we have access to so much information and knowledge at our fingertips – literally. We can google search anything, and expand our understanding instantly. …
by Susan Ksiezopolski Spending time outdoors during summer not only is good for our physical health with that extra boost of vitamin D, but it is also good to stimulate our creativity and our overall wellbeing. A Danish study confirmed that being in a natural environment enhances our creativity. As it assists in re-energizing and …
By Susan Ksiezopolski August always comes too fast. It sneaks in and is gone before we know it! It seems like not that long ago we were putting our focus on end of school and summer holidays, carefree leisure days. As August rolls around we start to shift our attention yet again with preparing for …
By Susan Ksiezopolski Summer is around the corner and with it comes a time of rest, renewal, and reflections. We turn our attention to map out vacations, set aside some downtime, and fun time to maximize the longer sunny days and better weather. The extra daylight provides the uplifting inspiration and energy to plan gatherings, …
By Susan Ksiezopolski Once spring has settled in, it is amazing how fast summer seems to arrive. The welcomed longer warmer days and an upcoming milestone of another school year behind us. Although school will soon be out don’t stop learning! A continued practise and dedication to continue learning and growing supports our wellbeing! Not …
By Susan Ksiezopolski In addition to arts-based activities to support our mental health, spending time in nature and specifically gardening also benefits our wellbeing. Gardens have served not only as places to grow plants, fruits, and vegetables, but also spaces for people to relax, to focus, and to connect with nature and each other. Today, …
By Susan Ksiezopolski Take heart, winter’s claws are loosening, our trees buds are braving the weather, peeping out, and our flower beds are preparing themselves to bloom. All in alignment ready to celebrate Earth Day which will be observed on April 22nd this year. Earth Day is a global event, to call us all to …
By Susan Ksiezopolski A favourite time of year for many – our spring equinox! This year it arrives on March 20 2023, the day where light and darkness will take up equal space and a turning point for light to linger around a bit longer, making our nights shorter. During this time, the sun will …
February is a special month, not only is it heart month and Valentines day sits halfway through the month, bringing out all the love, but it also marks the launch of the Joshua Creek Heritage Arts Centre annual ‘Art from the Heart’ exhibit. This coveted art show, features the work of our most gifted, talented …
by Susan Ksiezopolski Another year soon behind us offers a chance to pause and generates a sense of urgency for us to get ready for the new! This is the typical time we are busy taking stock, getting things done and putting our attention to the beginning of the new year. Traditionally this is a …
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