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Is it me, or is the summer flying by? Let's be sure to get out there and enjoy the wonderful weather and do those things we can do without having to bundle up.
What an abundance of beautiful food being grown on the grounds of JCHAC. Lots of hot weather. I'm sure a little rain would help, but the garden seems to be thriving. I'm seeing a lot of hard work being put into tending the garden with some really great payoff. The Canadian Garlic that was planted last fall is tremendous. It's so great that the gardeners have been able to enjoy and share local, organic produce. How terrific is that !!!
We had some great events in July. The kids who participated in the Leadership Quest Camp had loads of fun during their week of learning and playful activities. It is wonderful to have young children romp around the property and enjoy life outdoors. Makes me think of Sybil's Legacy she wrote last month when she talked about the early days and kids played outside for the most part, unplugged. The Sound Reiki Full Moon Healing Meditation proved to be successful. I am sure the session gave people a great kick start to the month of July.
The gallery is
closed on Mondays, so is definitely closed this holiday Monday. If you still want to see the
Friends' Exhibition, it closes at 4:00 on Sunday, August 2nd. Please see below for more details.
Mary Rishcke will be leading another
Watercolour Printmaking Workshop on Saturday, August 8th. This workshop has proven to be quite popular and will focus again on printing on both paper and cloth. Please see below segment for more details.
Upcoming is an interesting exhibition entitled
"Hungarian Odyssey" that displays artwork from a group of artisans of Hungarian descent that spans over 5 decades. Below you will find more details and links to videos and a website that showcases two of the artists' work.
Also, back by popular demand is
Bill Ellis' Photography Workshop for point and shoot and DSLR cameras. Bill has over 40 years of photographic experience and is a director with the Oakville Camera Club. Please see below for more details. Also, consider this as an opportunity as a "gift" for someone.
COMING IN SEPTEMBER:
- Yoga will resume in September (starting the 10th)
- Drum Circle
- Meditation / Reiki to be announced
- Photography Workshop
- Watercolour Printmaking Sessions
- Oakville Stitchery Guild
Happy August and watch out for notification of those sessions that will be starting back up in September !!
Warmly,
Janet Jansson, Newsletter Editor
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
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Joshua Creek Legacy
Memories of Sybil Rampen
Farmers donated a portion of their farm for one-room schools. "Snyder's Corners", white wood with lancet windows, was at the 9th line and Back Concession (Burnhamthorpe) while Coyne's and Munn's were also a long walk away.
Each school had a boy and girl door, separate outhouses and a pail with a dipper for water to be carried from a nearby farm. The teacher was supplied with a lethal black strap to use as required on the louty farm boys. She maintained complete silence while teaching all eight grades. Occasionally, frighteningly stern Mr. Skuce came to inspect us.
A Gestetner with purple jelly, a form of early Xerox, provided desk work while the teacher taught one grade standing in front of the blackboard at a time. We also had slates. Alice Maxell arrived every morning in her model T Ford. She was paid less then $100 a month and lost her job when she got married. She was a hero. What and how she taught gave all those long ago children a future. I was teacher's pet!
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Friends "Sybil's Choice" Exhibition
FINAL DAYS: August 1st and 2nd
Please join us for this collaboration of work by a group of artists who are "Friends of Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre". This is a group of talented artists with varied artistic backgrounds and the exhibit features a range of artwork in different mediums ranging from watercolour and oil to acrylics, fibre art and photography. There is some fabulous art work, not to be missed.
While you are here, you are welcome to explore the Labyrinth and enjoy the beautiful gardens outside the gallery.
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Hungarian Odyssey
Opening Tea Party
Sunday, August 16
A group of artisans of Hungarian descent are exhibiting a collection of artwork and memorabilia dating back to the 1970's. Two of the artists are descendants of the Peter family from the area of Devecser, Hungary.
The exhibition will include paintings by Barbara Majthenyi, an accomplished painter, who studied design in Budapest, Hungary. For a glimpse of her extensive artwork, which has been exhibited worldwide and is dialogued in Hungarian, please click to see a short Video
Also included in the exhibition will be a selection of photos taken by Gabor Jurina, a well known Canadian fashion photographer.
He has won several awards for his work and has received acclaim from the likes of Jeanne Beker, Canada's premier fashion journalist and entrepreneur. Click here to see a snapshot of some of his work.
Please come out to see this collection of work that spans over 5 decades.
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Photography Workshop with Bill Ellis
Photography Workshop
For POINT 'n' SHOOT and DSLR Cameras
Instructor: Bill Ellis
Four Tuesdays in September: 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $200
This 4 session workshop is limited to 8 students, so please don't delay in registering.
Classes are taught by William Ellis (Bill) who has over 40 years of photographic experience. He is currently a director with the Oakville Camera Club, responsible for managing and judging photographic challenges. Previously Bill was the Director of Nature Photography for the Lakeshore Camera Club in Montreal where he judged both local and national competitions.
Bill will present how to get the most out of your camera in terms we can all relate to. This series is for point and shoot cameras or DSLR in full auto and semi auto modes. The four session workshops will consist of presentations as well as hands on.
To register, please call 905-257-4730
or email: [email protected]
Class Content (four sessions outlined below)
1/ Point and Shoot Presentation (full auto and semi- auto modes).
2/ Camera Settings.
3/ Exposure/Exposure Compensation, Metering Mode & Scenes.
4/ Composition and Photo editing.
The final session will include a discussion of participant's submitted photos and the use of software for picture correction.
Every session will allot time for questions and answers.
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Watercolour Printmaking Workshops with Mary Rischke
Saturday, August 8th
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Fee: $50 per person (includes materials and will also include painting on fabric for anyone interested in fibre art)
Please bring a pot luck lunch.
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For more information and to confirm attendance with Mary Rischke, please call: 905-617-1220
Watercolour printmaking is a unique and flexible technique of creating dynamic and exciting original artwork that is diverse as each individual artist.
The effect is created by painting watercolour on a "plate" or thin piece of plastic. When it is completely dry it is placed on "damp" print paper and put through a press. The paint is transferred to the paper, or fabric, and becomes "the print". It is now a one-of-a-kind and cannot be duplicated!!!
At this stage, the artist may decide to add more colour, materials and other media to embellish and create further interest and interpretation of the vision. The effect is more textural and dimensional.
No experience required... just a love of colour. Children age 12 + are welcome. This is a great opportunity to have a creative day for yourself or with your children or grandchildren for fun and artistic expression!!
This fulfilling art workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
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Watercolour Printmaking
Introduction and Beyond
Every Wednesday, September thru June
There are no sessions during the summer months. Classes will resume in September
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Fee: $35/session (Open Studio)
Open Studio: Bring your own supplies
Pot Luck Lunch
"Drop-In" or Contact: Jenny
A perennial favourite of Joshua Creek is Wednesday's art class. This is an Introduction to Watercolour Printmaking. Each week allows you to engage in new techniques and discoveries that takes you beyond the basics. Whether you are a seasoned artist or wanting to learn a new technique, you will be fully engaged with Jenny Cairns as your teacher and art guide. Discover the art of learning in play. No previous art experience necessary, just a love of colour.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
For more information on this technique, click here
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Watercolour Printmaking
Explorations
Every Friday, September thru June
There are no sessions during the summer months. Classes will resume in September.
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Fee: $35/session, Pay-as-You-Go
Open Studio: Bring your own supplies
RSVP: Space is limited
Pot Luck Lunch
Contact: Sybil Rampen, 905-257-0953
[email protected]
These Friday workshops will allow those who know watercolour printmaking to further explore the endless possibilities associated with this medium.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
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Gentle / Chair Yoga
JCHAC Gallery
Thursday Mornings
NO SESSIONS IN AUGUST
Will resume in September starting on the 10th
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Drop-In. For more information, please contact:
Tricia at 416-805-5169 or
email: Tricia
Enjoy the benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the ground. If you have issues with mobility or would like to learn how to include yoga in your work day to counter the effects of excessive sitting, join us and gain flexibility, strength and body awareness.
The movements of Gentle Yoga and Chair Yoga are adaptable to anyone yet effective for all in releasing tension and increasing range of motion. The practice will be tailored to
the needs of those present and so may include some standing postures using the chair for support or can be done entirely from a seated position.
If you have a yoga strap or blocks, please bring them with you! Yoga straps are available for sale in class. Mats are not necessary as there will be no supine poses.
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NEW: Sound Reiki®
Healing Meditation Circle
 JCHAC Gallery (Library)
Thursday Mornings
NO SESSIONS IN JULY AND AUGUST
Watch for future sessions
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Nia (Now I am) Healing through Movement PLAYshop
Three Days Per Week:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
August Classes:
Monday, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Wednesday, August 5, 12, 19, 26
Thursday, August 6, 13, 20, 27
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:00 am to 11:15 am
Thursdays:
7:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Cost: $11 per class
Location: JCHAC Gallery
Contact: Brigita for more information
Classes led by Brown Belt Nia instructor Brigita Roube.
Nia is a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connecting the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music in more than 45 countries. Trainings teach people how to get in their body, learn about The Body's Way and cultivate body-centered awareness. Every experience can be adapted to individual needs and abilities. Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live.
Nia has 52 moves that optimize the body's natural design. Nia choreography is body-centered and allows practitioners to connect to nine diverse movement styles: Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, jazz dance, modern dance, Duncan dance, yoga, Alexander Technique and Teachings of Moshe Feldenkrais. Nia classes balance form with freedom encouraging people to personalize the movements making choices for pleasure and comfort.
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EVOLVING FAMILIES PROGRAMS
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Community Drum Circle 
2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month
NOTE: NO DRUM CIRCLE IN AUGUST
In the spirit of a drumming circle, all ages and experience levels are welcomed. You will be led
in a unified front of drumming, dancing and grooving; all moving you to a level of relaxation.
Bring your djembes, frame drums, bongos, bodhrans, oscars, flutes or other percussion instruments that make your spirit soar. There are percussion instruments and several extra drums available for those who require a loaner.
Until you have experienced what a collective can accomplish through percussion, you will never know how uplifting and infectious to one's spirit the positive vibrations can be.
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Labyrinth
Labyrinth Hours:
Same as Gallery hours
Tuesday - Sunday 1pm - 4pm
Length of Walk:
The labryinth is a mowed path on the property of JCHAC. To walk the curving path, it may take 45-60 minutes depending on your pace. Total distance: 2.5 km. No need to walk the full length. Go at your own pace.
Friends of JCHAC are welcome to walk the Labyrinth in the meadow during Gallery hours. The Labyrinth is also available by appointment as well as invitation.
Offerings:
To assist with upkeep of the Labyrinth an offering of $5.00 is suggested. All offerings are gratefully accepted. The offering box is located inside the Gallery beside the sign-in sheet.
You may also choose to become a Friend of Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre and enjoy the benefits of use. Click here for more information.
Evolving Families is working in collaboration with JCHAC to maintain and promote the Labyrinth. Please contact
Peaches at
Evolving Families
for any inquires that you may have regarding the use of the Labyrinth.
Sign In:
You are requested to sign in before you walk. The sign in sheet is located in the Gallery.
Parking:
Please park in the area of the Gallery. To access the Labyrinth follow the lane and cross the bridge. A path, marked on your left, will lead you to the Labyrinth in the field.
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Oakville Stitchery Guild
 4th Monday of the month
September through June
NO SESSIONS JULY
AND AUGUST
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 per meeting
The Oakville Stitchery Guild of Joshua Creek invites interested fibre artists to visit or join the group. The guild meets on the 4th Monday of each month and offers "hands on" sessions, speakers, workshops and exciting programs.
Pre-registration is not required. Please drop in and introduce yourself!
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Tea Leaf Reading Sessions
Second Sunday of each month
August: 9
Start Time:
2:30
Maximum Group Size: 6
Cost: $15 per person
Please join Sarah Adamson for a cup of tea and to relax and satisfy your curiosity as she skillfully reads your tea leaves.
The tea leaf reading sessions will start at 2:30. This is a group tea reading. Each person will have an individual session in a group setting.
While you're here, you could visit the art gallery and view the current exhibition.
If you are interested, or know others who are, please contact Sarah Adamson
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Tea Time at JCHAC
 An invitation is extended to interested groups who are considering looking for a spot to gather and enjoy some "tea time" in a welcoming and engaging atmosphere. Of special interest are residents in retirement communities looking for a meaningful and fun outing to this extraordinary land where the city is forgotten and the country feels like coming home.
Please contact Jenny Cairns by e-mail or call
905-257-4730.
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Friends of Joshua Creek
Current "Friends of Joshua Creek",
THANK YOU
for your previous donation to our Friendship Program. Your support helps Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre's vision of sustainability and, in addition, it provides the means to maintain our art gallery, fund numerous community projects, as well as support emerging and differently-abled artists.
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t is always a perfect time to become a "Friend of Joshua Creek".
New and Renewing Friendships
Thanks so much to the following new and renewing friends this past month:
Jan and John Vinnai
Gord Clark
Karen Motherwell
Maria Weir
Pat & Harry Greening
Joan Barber
Elva Walther
Louise Laroche
Shirley MacDonald
Lin Mackrael
Elaine Keillor
Judy Gingrich
Shawn Lefevre
Yvonne Wlodarski
Catherine Nairn-Luetke
4 Anonymous Donors
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t takes a community to support the vision of JCHAC. We are in gratitude of your financial contribution. Your gift makes a difference in the lives and hearts of many.
For more information on how to support JCHAC through the Friendship program click on (the form can be dropped off, mailed or email Jenny :
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JCHAC Facility Rentals
 If you are looking for a venue to hold a celebration or special event; perhaps a wedding, anniversary, birthday or a business meeting, look no further than JCHAC. Change your event space from the usual to unique. We welcome inquiries.
For more information please contact Jenny Cairns
by e-mail or call 905-257-4730.
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JCHAC Exhibition Rentals
We are presently taking proposals for future exhibitions in the Art Gallery. JCHAC Gallery is the home to ten shows each year with each exhibition running for one month to six weeks. The focus of the Gallery is to be a venue for emerging artists. Should a showing by a single artist seem daunting consider an exhibition of a collective of three or four artists.
We look forward to hearing from you and discussing opportunities. Please contact Jenny Cairns by e-mail or call 905-257-4730.
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Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
For 50 years Sybil Rampen has had a vision. Her lifelong goal has been to establish a cultural legacy on her family farm to inspire the future generations of Halton. Joshua Creek Heritage Arts Centre is a place to discover, it is an oasis.
The converted 1827 barn gallery hosts unusual exhibitions by well known and emerging artists. It is a place for small intimate weddings, for celebrations, for workshops.
For more information about our Centre, please visit our website www.JoshuaCreekArts.com
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
1086 Burnhamthorpe Rd E
Oakville, ON L6H 7B2
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| Gallery Hours and Closures for August Closed All Mondays Saturday, August 8 Saturday, August 15 Please check website for updated closures. Open Tuesday thru Sunday: 1 pm to 4 pm Current Exhibition "Sybil's Choice" Friends of Joshua Creek Closing August 2 at 4:00 Upcoming Exhibition Hungarian Odyssey August 7 - September 13 Opening Reception: Aug 16 Upcoming Workshop Mary Rischke Watercolour Printmaking August 8 |
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| Gift Certificates Offer the gift of inspiration and creativity with a gift certificate to Joshua Creek Studio. For details contact: Mary Rischke 905-633-8609 [email protected] |
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Volunteering
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre is grateful for the volunteers that contribute their time to us. If you, or someone you know, would like to become a volunteer at JCHAC or would like more information on volunteering please email Janet Jansson As little or as much time you can contribute is very much appreciated.
Click here for our Volunteer Information Form. It can dropped off, mailed or emailed to: Janet Jansson
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