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Hope that you are enjoying the summer and finding time to relax and re-energize. We continue to enjoy the valley and gardens and the Evolving Families community vegetable garden has been bountiful.
It's been an exciting month at JCHAC, particularly with the Tesla Health Festival which proved to be a great success. We had many visitors who wandered the property, exploring the labyrinth, eating Serbian food, investigating Tesla electric cars and learning the impact of electricity and music in relation to plant growth. They also learned about "dirty electricity" such as microwave ovens, cell phones, wi-fi, and child monitors, how it can make people ill, and potential solutions such as crystals, electrotherapy beds and various modern technical tools for healing and measuring good electricity. Several people visited for most of the day which was a testament to a great event.
Linda Marshall held a wonderful exhibition that honoured her mother Gloria Marshall. It was a beautiful tribute to the legacy of Gloria and the various art that she created during her life time. People who attended the opening reception enjoyed creating, and taking home, a piece of art based on Gloria's carvings.
The gallery and valley was "alive" with youths participating in the Leadership Quest Camp for Kids. The activities focused on areas such as Sport, Drama as well as a Speaking Club. Plenty of learning wrapped up into a whole lot of fun!!
Continuing to be popular are the Tea Leaf Reading sessions with Sarah Adamson. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a delightful afternoon of tea and visit the gallery and gardens. People have been impressed with Sarah's abilities. These are afternoon sessions with groups of up to 6 or 7 people. If interested in attending one of these sessions, please contact: Janet Jansson
The Labryinth continues to be open. It was of particular interest at the Tesla Health Festival. The pattern of the Labyrinth is similar to the Tesla coils. It is inspired after the ancient 11th century stone labyrinth found inside the Chartres Cathedral in France. Pilgrims would walk or crawl and follow the pattern while meditating for divine spiritual guidance and healing. If you have discovered the ancient practice of "earthing" or grounding your feet and body to the earth's geomagnetic grid, you will especially appreciate our healing field.
September is a great time to explore new opportunities. Have you ever thought of trying NIA, or participating in a Drum Circle. If you'd like to discover or enhance your artistic talents, perhaps attending a Watercolour Printmaking Workshop or the weekly Watercolour Printmaking Classes is for you. Please scroll below for more details.
Also below are details on our upcoming Annual "Sybil's Choice" Friend's Exhibition. This exhibition is in August with an opening reception on August 10th. Please join us.
Have you, or someone you know, thought about renting gallery space for an exhibition? The month of September is currently available. Cost for a 4 week period is $2,000. Perhaps a group exhibit to split the cost and share the space may be an idea for you to consider. Please scroll below (JCHAC Exhibition Rentals) for further information. If interested, please contact Bill Hewitt by e-mail or call 905-257-4730.
To envision youthful, happy summer days, spent at a local creek with picnics and haying, please scroll down to read this month's "Joshua Creek's Legacy, Memories of Sybil Rampen".
We continue to welcome volunteers at JCHAC. If there is anyone you know who would be happy to give back to the community, please tell them about us. September may be a great time of year to consider joining our team. As little or as much time you can contribute is very much appreciated. If you would like more information, please email Janet Jansson
Enjoy August!!
Warmly,
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
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Friends "Sybil's Choice" Exhibition
Opening Tea Party
Sunday August 10, 2 pm - 5 pm
This exhibition is a display of artwork by "Friends" of JCHAC as a "thank you" for their support.
This show displays a collaboration of work from a varied group of artists in our community. The work is based on various types of media and has been hand selected by Sybil Rampen. Please come and visit the gallery and see this wonderful exhibition.
This is an annual exhibition. If you are interested in participating in this event in the future, and are interested in becoming a "friend" of JCHAC, please contact Bill Hewitt
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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.
It is always a perfect time to become a "Friend of Joshua Creek". Joining now will not only assist in supporting JCHAC but also timely to participate in an upcoming exhibition in the Gallery of art by the Friends of Joshua Creek. Show family and friends your talent in a setting that highlights your passion. This exhibition will take place the end of July. Enough time to decide what piece you would like to enter for consideration.
New and Renewing Friendships
Barb Hodkinson
Dorothy Prieditis
Anonymous
Helen White
Anonymous
Anonymous
Anonymous
Tricia Chatfield
Karin Weber
Kelly King
Christine Long
Silvana Mosher
Anonymous
Juliet Gauthier
Oakville Stitchery Guild
Gitta and Ken Mullally
Anonymous
It 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:
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Labyrinth
Labyrinth Hours:
Same as Gallery hours
Tuesday - Sunday 1pm - 4pm
 Friends of JCHAC are welcome to walk the Labyrinth in the meadow during Gallery hours. The Labyrinth is also available by appointment and invitation. 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. 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.
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.
Length of Walk:
To walk the curving path of the Labyrinth will take 45 - 60 minutes depending on your pace. Total distance: 2.5 km.  Continual mowings throughout the summer keep the Labyrinth path visible. The grasses will continue to grow. The milkweed blossom naturally offers a clear definition of the pathway. Milkweed is the only source of food for the caterpillar of the monarch butterfly. The balance of the environment requires the symbiotic relationship between the monarch butterfly and the poisonous milkweed. For more information on the migration of the monarch and the journey that takes a fourth generation butterfly to make it to Ontario.
Gift yourself a time out. We invite you to turn off your cell phones and the buzz of everyday life and come for a walk. The sounds you will clearly hear are those of nature. The sense of calm after a meditative walk - priceless.
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Joshua Creek Legacy
Memories of Sybil Rampen
Once upon a time my parents would pack a picnic and take all five children to Bloodroot Valley on the Base Line. We would wade in the shallow running water to collect tiny crabs. We would perch on the rocks, climb the steep banks and marvel that such a place of beauty was so near to our farm; a hidden valley with the 16 Mile Creek crossed by a narrow plank bridge. I took my five children for picnics as well. But now it is gone, no place to park, a wire fence, KEEP OUT!
But, the memory remains.
 Summer on the farm was spent out of doors. Haying was a big item with reluctant horses pulling the hay wagon with ropes carefully arranged on it to pull the load up into the mow.
Men with long handled 3 pronged forks would swing the hay up higher and higher and we children would spring about trampling it down. When it was high enough, we had a delicious ride where the horses struggled up the dump and into the barn. Ropes were attached to the slings and the load slowly lifted high up to the tracks and pulled along by the horses descending down towards the pond. We would hold our breath as it rattled towards the back of the barn. At a given moment we would holler to the horses to stop and then pull the trip rope. The hay would drop suddenly, the empty slings returned to the wagon and off for another load. Sometimes the trip rope was triggered before it reached its destination. Oh dear!
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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 Bill Hewitt by e-mail or call
905-257-4730.
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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 Bill Hewitt
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 Bill Hewitt by e-mail or call 905-257-4730.
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Master Class
Watercolour Printmaking
Every Friday, September thru June
August Closed
September start date:
Friday, September 12
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]
For the graduates of the Wednesday's introductory workshops, these Friday workshops will expand your techniques working in the medium of watercolour printmaking.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
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Introduction to Watercolour Printmaking
Every Wednesday, September thru June
August Closed
September start date:
Wednesday, September 10
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Fee: $35/session, Pay-as-You-Go
Open Studio: Bring your own supplies
Pot Luck Lunch
Contact: Mary Rischke, 905-633-8609
[email protected]
 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. Whether you are a seasoned artist or wanting to learn a new technique, you will be fully engaged with Mary Rischke as your teacher and art guide. Discover the art of learning in play. No previous art experience necessary.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
For more information on this technique, click here.
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Watercolour Printmaking Workshops
2nd and 3rd Saturdays, through the year
August Workshops - 9, 16
September Workshops - 13, 20
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Fee: $50 per person (includes materials)
Please bring a pot luck lunch.
Please confirm attendance with Mary Rischke, 905-633-8609 [email protected]
No experience required... just the love of colour. Resident artist, perhaps a play day during the summer months?
This fulfilling art workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
For more information on this technique, click here.
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NIA Classes
Three Days Per Week
NOTE: TIME CHANGE for the summer morning classes to 9:00. Will revert back to 10:00 in September.
NO Classes after August 7th till September. Classes will resume on Wednesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m.
August Classes:
Monday, August 4
Wednesday, August 6
Thursday, August 7
Mondays and Wednesdays
(NOTE TIME CHANGE for the summer):
9:00 am to 10:15 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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Drum Circle
Intuitive Drumming
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month
NOTE: NO SESSIONS FOR AUGUST
Drum Circles will resume in September
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: JCHAC Gallery
Contact: Peaches at Evolving Families Foundation for more information.
Suggested Offering:
$10 / participant in an energy exchange for use of space in the JCHAC Gallery. No need to preregister, show up and sign in with Evolving Families.
In the spirit of a drumming circle all ages and experience levels are welcomed. You will be led by John and Joanna 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.
Join us and express yourself. You will be glad you did!
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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
Monday, August 4
Saturday, August 16
Saturday, August 30
Please check website for updated closures.
Open
Tuesday thru Sunday:
1 pm to 4 pm
Current Exhibition
- Annual "Sybil's Choice" Friends Exhibition
July 31 - Sep 1
Opening: Aug 10
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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 would like to become a volunteer at JCHAC or would like more information on volunteering please email Bill Hewitt.
Click here for our Volunteer Information Form.
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