Get creative with AAMP!
The year might be winding down, but we’ve got lots of activities lined up to see us to the new year, and we hope you’ll join us!
All events in this newsletter take place at The Annex, 365 Old Placentia Road.
Studio Time
on Wednesdays:
November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17
1:00-4:00PM
Would you like some company while you work on your current creative project?
Are you trying to get something finished but you can’t quite carve out time to do it at home?
Could you use a space to spread out your work and take a good look at it?
Studio Time is just what you need.
Join us every Wednesday from 1:00 – 4:00 PM in the Annex for three hours of creative work time with good company, snacks, and lots of room to do your thing.
Drop in for a few minutes or stay for the whole session, it’s up to you!
Crafternoon
Sunday, November 23
1:30-3:30PM
The Annex
Ready for a relaxed afternoon of winter-themed crafts and conversation?
We’ll have supplies on hand to make a variety of small wintery projects but you can also mix and match to make something different or you can bring your own project and work on it there.
This event is free but please register at aampinfo@gmail.com so we have enough snacks and supplies for everyone.
Seniors Art
Monday, November 24
1:30-4:00PM
Join us for a fun afternoon and make a few Holiday/Winter Decorations. You can follow our examples or you can do your own thing – we just want you to have some creative fun!
This event is free but please register at aampinfo@gmail.com so we have enough snacks and supplies for everyone.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
Writing Session
Thursday, November 27
2-4PM
The Annex
Do the write thing and join us for a Writing Session!
Newcomers and returning writers are welcome to come along and discuss their works in progress, brainstorm, and get some work done in a stress-free environment.
If you don’t have a project yet, no problem! We can help you get started.
No registration necessary.
Kids Stuff
Friday, November 28
10:00-11:30
The Annex
Free Drop-in event
Fingerpaint! Playdoh! Pompoms!
Let your preschoolers come make a glorious mess with *our* craft supplies.
We provide the supplies, lend them a smock, and let them have all the messy fun they can handle.
All you have to clean up is their hands – we’ll handle the rest of the mess!
Holiday Market
Saturday, November 29, 4-9PM
Sunday, November 30, 11AM-4PM
Admiralty House will be hosting a holiday market on November 29th from 4pm – 9pm and November 30th from 11am – 4pm!
Get all the details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2222148614962142/
Admission is by donation. Donations go to Admiralty House, a non-for-profit organization, to help fund greater educational outreach in our community.
Seniors Painting
Monday, December 8
1:30-4:00PM
The Annex
Join us for a fun afternoon and make a few holiday cards, a small painting, or a quirky wall hanging. You can follow our examples or you can do your own thing – we just want you to have some creative fun!
This event is free but please register at aampinfo@gmail.com so we have enough snacks and supplies for everyone.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
Craft Cafe
Thursday, December 11
7:00-9:00PM
Join us for a relaxing evening of low-key crafting, art, and live music.
You can bring your own project or follow along with the samples we provide.
Please let us know you are coming so we have enough snacks on hand – aampinfo@gmail.com
Also, let us know if you have any food restrictions so we can be sure to have something you can eat.
Crafternoon
Sunday, December 13
1:30-3:30PM
The Annex
Ready for a relaxed afternoon of holiday-themed crafts and conversation?
We’ll have supplies on hand to make a variety of small projects (cards, decorations, wall-hangings) but you can also mix and match to make something different or you can bring your own project and work on it there.
Feel free to bring your unfinished Holiday projects with you – we’ll cheer you on while you get them done.
This event is free but please register at aampinfo@gmail.com so we have enough snacks and supplies for everyone.
Kids Stuff
Friday, December 19
10:00-11:30,The Annex
Free Drop-in event
Fingerpaint! Playdoh! Pompoms!
Let your preschoolers come make a glorious mess with *our* craft supplies.
We provide the supplies, lend them a smock, and let them have all the messy fun they can handle.
All you have to clean up is their hands – we’ll handle the rest of the mess!
Save the Date: Solstice Event (All Ages)
Friday, December 19
Time TBA
Join us for this simple community event to string popcorn garland, sing a few songs, enjoy some stories, and create a decoration from natural materials.
Everyone is welcome – families, friends, young or old, by yourself or with your crew.
Let’s all gather, breathe easy and slow down for a few minutes.
Please bring warm clothes because we may go outside for a little in while, weather permitting!
This event is FREE but will require registration – we’ll be sending out an update in the coming days with the time and a registration link, so keep an eye out for that!
This event is co-hosted by Denise Hennebury of River Rascals (riverrascals.ca) family forest programs in Mount Pearl available year round. To learn more about River Rascals, check out their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/riverrascalsnl
Ghost Stories Event
Friday, December 19
8:30 PM
Ages 12+
Celebrate the darkest days of the year and join us for our second annual Holiday Ghost Stories event.
Feel free to share a story or to just enjoy the shivery tales.
We’ll have tea, coffee, and hot chocolate and snacks to share.
No registration necessary!