Name: ☕ Kitchener Coffee & Conversation - Thursdays @ Café O
Start: 2023-04-06T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-04-06T16:30:00.000Z
Location: Cafe O

**COME PAINT ACRYLICS! - $15 CLASS**

**REGISTER HERE**: [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/596037081957](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/596037081957)

Bring your curiosity to a meaningful activity that includes a mixture of stimulation, reflection, thought provocation, peaceful calm, relaxation and mindfulness.

Acrylics is a fantastic medium and so versatile. Like-minded artists really love it and are improving their skills, learning new tips every time.

Each class begins with a centering moment and breath practice to help lift away stress and invite freedom and focus into the session. Mid-way through the lesson the instructor will pause for a time of relection with a reading from the "Self-Care Inspirational Card Deck".

In this session we will paint a "**BLUE JAY BIRD**". All skill and experience levels are welcome.

**DATE/TIME**: Friday, March 31, 2023 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (CAN/US)

**COST**: $15 Registration \| 90 Minute Workshop

Fully detailed step-by–step instruction with in-session feedback, offered in a spirit of kind gentleness throughout the class time of 1.5 hrs. Follow-up support with the instructor via e-mail is also included (as needed).

**Your guide will be Cathy Wild** , who began painting as therapy in April 2016 after her own journey of self-discovery following brain surgery.

Cathy is excited to teach others to paint while continuing her own recovery. May you find yourself inspired by the giftedness that emerges through your creations.

"My promise is to be completely present with you at each and every class. Thank you for your curious interest and I look forward to serving you with an ‘Artist’s Heart’." -Cathy Wild

Check out a sample of these workshops and Cathy's instruction style [in this short video!](https://youtu.be/BhCIZJDHuNU)

**BASIC MATERIALS NEEDED**

* 9"x12" canvas suited to acrylic paints (or your choice of size)
* Piece of chalk (to draw subject outline on dried background colour)
* Brushes (such as Curry’s #0, #3 & #6, or your favourites)
* Two dishes of water and paper towel

**DATE/TIME** : Friday, March 31, 2023 @ 1:00 PM Eastern Time (ON, CAN)

All levels of skill and experience are welcome.

**REGISTER HERE**: [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/596037081957](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/596037081957)

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here only represent some who might attend.

**LIVE CAPTIONING & TRANSLATION:** On-screen transcription will be available for this meeting, including translated captions into several languages. [Learn more here](https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/6643177746829-Viewing-captions-in-another-language).

**NOTE:** For the best experience, please be sure you have the latest version of ZOOM by [checking here](https://tinyurl.com/zoom-up).

**NOTE**: A recording of the class (featuring only the instructor) will be made available to all students after the class for their personal use.

**LINKS**

* [Photo Gallery](http://watercolorgallery.creatingconnection.ca): View images of past art projects
* [YouTube Channel](http://watercolourtv.creatingconnection.ca) Watch videos of past workshops
* [Facebook Page](http://watercolour.creatingconnection.ca): For more information

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***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* [MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca)
* SEND AN E-TRANSFER to donations@creatingconnection.ca

You can also visit our [PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca) online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.

Or support us when you [shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)

Thank you for your kind generosity.

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Creating Connection (Oshawa)

Creating Connection

🎨 Acrylics Painting Class Online - "Blue Jay Bird" | $15

Online event

**Release Your Inner Writer**
**Release Your Inner Writer is for anyone who feels they are a writer, wants to be a writer, or those who want to explore writing in a comfortable and supportive setting. We’ll set the stage for you to write creatively with opportunities to share with the group, or not, whatever you’re comfortable with.**

Have you ever thought: “I have an interesting story, but I don’t know how to start sharing it with people”? Have you ever thought of writing a book? Do you simply want to start journaling? Every person has a story to share, and all of them are transformational for us and sometimes for others. When we write our thoughts and ideas down, we move internal content to an external device like a notebook or a laptop. By doing this we’re able to clear our heads and uncover one layer after another.

**Hosted by Kathy Nutt**
**Kathy Nutt** is a creative who uses many media and styles to convey a glimpse into her mysterious, whimsical world. Although mainly focused on the visual arts, she dabbles in the written word and is endeavoring to cultivate a consistent practice of writing, whether it be poetry, essays, short stories, or journaling.

Kathy believes a writing practice (along with any creative practice) is a beneficial way to break through the mundane and view our worlds through fresh new eyes. We may discover a breakthrough, change a pattern, or just experience catharsis. Or we may simply arrive in a place of joy. She believes the creative process is more important than the finished product and that creativity is for everyone, not just the gifted few.

**CREATING CONNECTION CANADA** is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming. People of every walk of life, culture, faith, or tradition, participate in a myriad of connection groups, forming meaningful community within this diversity. As a result, these communities are multi-faceted - expressing the inspirations, aspirations, wisdom, practices, and blessing of all. While we encourage you to share openly, we ask that you do so in a kind and considerate manner.

**As a REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.
CREDIT CARD: http://donations.creatingconnection.ca
E-TRANSFER: donations[@creatingconnection](http://creatingconnection/).ca

Debra Donohue

Vicki

Release Your Inner Writer - Monday's at 4pm pacific, 5pm mountain, 6pm central

From the comfort of your own space, you are warmly invited into dialogue with others and to discussing different topics each week while exploring some deeper questions along the way.

New to Coffee & Conversation? [Watch our video.](https://youtu.be/vWIQMBJIVRU)

In this safe, inclusive, casual, and accepting environment, dialogue is encouraged over debate as each person has opportunity to share from their own diverse perspectives and experiences.

Folks in this group enjoy going beyond small talk, reflecting both inward and outward, helping build pathways for more peace and understanding in the world... and your voice matters!

No particular set of beliefs (or creed) is required to be a part of this community-building activity. Diverse perspectives are welcome.

Whether to discover yourself amidst a community on a common journey or to find meaning among new friends, there is room at the table for you.

**DATE/TIME**: Every Wednesday @ 11:00 AM Eastern Time (ON, CAN)
This is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

**ZOOM ONLINE**: From the comfort of your own space, click the link under "Online event" to the right (after you've RSVP'd) to join the video meeting on your tablet or PC.

**CLOSED CAPTIONING**: Live Transcription will be available for this meeting. [Learn more here](https://tinyurl.com/4ebyn2ht).

**NOTE**: For the best experience, please be sure you have the latest version of ZOOM by [checking here](https://tinyurl.com/zoom-up).

**DIAL-IN AUDIO**: Device audio issues? Just dial-in from your home/cell phone and punch in the meeting **ID number 81804247343**.
[Find your local number here](https://tinyurl.com/zoom-dial). (\*long distance charges may apply).

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here represent only some who may attend (mostly new folks) however this is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

***

***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* ***[MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca)***
* ***SEND AN E-TRANSFER*** *to donations@creatingconnection.ca*

*You can also visit our* ***[PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca)*** *online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.*

*Or support us when you* ***[shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)****.*

*Thank you for your kind generosity.*

[Website](http://www.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Facebook](http://facebook.creatingconnection.ca) \| [YouTube](http://youtube.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Instagram](http://instagram.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Twitter](http://twitter.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Retreats](https://www.connectionretreat.com)

Coffee & Conversation (on-line)

Troy J. Roach

☕ Coffee & Conversation Online - Wednesdays @ 11:00 AM EDT (ON, CAN)

You are warmly invited into dialogue with Amie Shepherdson, our local organizer, and all who attend to discuss different topics each week while exploring some deeper questions along the way.

Come on out for **this week’s topic: "Today I Learned"** to meet Amie, smile, laugh, chat, and enjoy the ambiance of this quaint little coffee shop together.

**Questions to help with the discussion**:

* If you would call yourself an expert at something or have expert knowledge of something, what would it be?
* What is something you are trying to learn?
* What is something that you have learned that you wish you could unlearn?
* What is something that you wish you learned earlier than you did?
* What information or experience do you feel needed to happen before learning what you had learned?

In this safe, inclusive, casual, and accepting environment, dialogue is encouraged over debate as each person has opportunity to share from their own diverse perspectives and experiences.

Folks in this group enjoy going beyond small talk, reflecting both inward and outward, helping build pathways for more peace and understanding in the world... and your voice matters!

No particular set of beliefs (or creed) is required to be a part of this community-building activity. Diverse perspectives are welcome.

Whether to discover yourself amidst a community on a common journey or to find meaning among new friends, there is room at the table for you.

**DATE/TIME**: Thursday, April 6th @ 11:00 AM
\* This is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

**LOCATION**: 901 Victoria Street (at River Road), Kitchener, ON N2B 3C3
\* FREE parking in their lot

**HOW TO FIND US INSIDE**: Look for our sign on one of the larger tables, either in the middle of the cafe, or in the left hand corner near the front counter.

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here represent only some who may attend this recurring discussion group (such as 1st timers) along with regular attending members who may not RSVP here.

See you there!

***

***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* ***[MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca/)***
* ***SEND AN E-TRANSFER*** *to donations@creatingconnection.ca*

*You can also visit our* ***[PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca/)*** *online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.*

*Or support us when you* ***[shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)***

*Thank you for your kind generosity.*

[Website](http://www.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Facebook](http://facebook.creatingconnection.ca) \| [YouTube](http://youtube.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Instagram](http://instagram.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Twitter](http://twitter.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Retreats](https://www.connectionretreat.com)

Creating Connection & Meaningful Activities (Kitchener)

Amie E Shepherdson

Mary Goerzen

Nedal

Coffee & Conversation - This Week's Topic is 'Today I Learned'

Cafe O

You are warmly invited into dialogue with Amie Shepherdson, our local organizer, and all who attend to discuss different topics each week while exploring some deeper questions along the way.

Come on out for **a new topic each week.** Meet Amie, smile, laugh, chat, and enjoy the ambiance of this quaint little coffee shop together.

In this safe, inclusive, casual, and accepting environment, dialogue is encouraged over debate as each person has opportunity to share from their own diverse perspectives and experiences.

Folks in this group enjoy going beyond small talk, reflecting both inward and outward, helping build pathways for more peace and understanding in the world... and your voice matters!

No particular set of beliefs (or creed) is required to be a part of this community-building activity. Diverse perspectives are welcome.

Whether to discover yourself amidst a community on a common journey or to find meaning among new friends, there is room at the table for you.

**Learn More**: [Watch our YouTube Promo!](https://youtu.be/vWIQMBJIVRU)

**DATE/TIME**: Thursdays @ 11:00 AM
\* This is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

**LOCATION**: 901 Victoria Street (at River Road), Kitchener, ON N2B 3C3
\* FREE parking in their lot

**HOW TO FIND US INSIDE**: Look for our sign on one of the larger tables, either in the middle of the cafe, or in the left hand corner near the front counter.

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here represent only some who may attend this recurring discussion group (such as 1st timers) along with regular attending members who may not RSVP here.

See you there!

***

***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* ***[MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca/)***
* ***SEND AN E-TRANSFER*** *to donations@creatingconnection.ca*

*You can also visit our* ***[PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca/)*** *online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.*

*Or support us when you* ***[shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)***

*Thank you for your kind generosity.*

[Website](http://www.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Facebook](http://facebook.creatingconnection.ca) \| [YouTube](http://youtube.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Instagram](http://instagram.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Twitter](http://twitter.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Retreats](https://www.connectionretreat.com)

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