“H’art has a new option for your parents and grandparents! We are preparing to launch a new art program for adults over 65 this September. We call it Young at H’art! We would love for your friends or family members to be involved.

Young at H’art is a free opportunity for older adults with disabilities (or age-related functional decline) to explore their creative interests and abilities in a welcoming environment. Experienced artists will teach five creative classes that share one thing in common––an emphasis on fun, friendship, and meaningful activity. No experience is necessary and caregivers are welcome. Seniors with disabilities can choose their interest and activity level. Take part in one class–– or all five!

Here’s a look at this exciting new option!

Mondays (Sept 12-Dec 12)
9:30-11:30 a.m.
STORYTELLING

Instructor: Kirsteen MacLeod
CBC Literary Award shortlisted author, Animal Game

Fridays (Sept 16-Dec 16)
9:30-11:30 a.m.
VISUAL ARTS

Instructor: Per-Henrik Gürth
Per is an artist and illustrator of “ABC of Canada” and more

Mondays (Sept 12-Dec 12)
12:30-2:30 p.m.
THEATRE

Instructor: Kathryn MacKay
Founding Director of 1000 Islands Playhouse

Fridays (Sept 16-Dec 16)
12:30-2:30 p.m.
DANCE

Instructor #1: Amy Booth
Amy is a physiotherapist & dancer

Thursdays (Sept 15-Dec 15)
9:30-11:30 a.m.
MIXED ABILITY MUSIC

Instructor: Kathi Toth Switzer
Retired teacher and Symphony musician

Dance Instructor #2: Jackie Mills
Jackie is the founder of Sit ‘N’ Dance
If you would like to register any clients, please contact the office at hartinfo@hartschool.ca or by phone at 613-545-1392. Spaces are limited and will fill up quickly.

To read the class descriptions, visit: www.hartschool.ca/yah”

-from H’art Centre newsletter
Read H’art Centre’s profile in ArtBridges’ Community-Engaged Arts Directory and Map