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Writing in Place

Writing In Place is an opportunity for the community to meet local authors Sally Cooper and Stephen Near. About this event Sally Cooper and Stephen Near will share works they have created while "Writing In Place" during the pandemic. The CoWork at The Cotton Factory Writer-in-Residence Program is a valuable opportunity to provide writers the time and space to build…

Annette Paiement26 August 2021

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ART OF THE INTERVIEW with SHAYLA HOWELL

On interviewing: "The first thing I’d say to any interviewer is....’ Listen.’ It’s the second thing I’d say too, and the third and the fourth. ‘Listen.....listen...listen....listen.’ And if you do, people will talk. They’ll always talk. Why? Because no one has ever listened to them before in all their lives." …

Annette Paiement26 August 2021

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Lunch & Learn: Mindfulness – Tune in to Disconnect

In today’s world we can all agree that we are all over stimulated with social media, instant access to information and a change in our ability to be disconnected. This fast-paced world we live in is affecting our ability to calm our system. Meditative practices such as float therapy is a way to calm the central nervous system and shut out the stimulation. In…

Robert Zeidler9 October 2018

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Upcoming Workshops

Coming this weekend are two workshops that you will not want to miss! The hardest part will be choosing which one to go to. Both are being held this SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th. #1. Meilen Ceramics is holding a Ceramic Making Workshop - 'hand building with coloured stoneware' where you will learn the basic hand building techniques using a large variety of…

Robert Zeidler20 February 2017

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Essential Oil Bracelet Workshop This Sunday!

Join us this Sunday from 1-4pm at Spiritual Funk for an Essential Oil Bracelet Workshop. Only 10 spots are available. Sign up today so you don't miss out! Follow this link and head on over to the Facebook page for further details.

Robert Zeidler16 February 2017

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PLUS ART FAIR May 18 – 21, 2017

Coming to The Cotton Factory, May 18 - 21, 2017, the PLUS Art Fair is the first ever exhibition of students and alumni of Canadian Visual Arts Masters Programs. The Art fair will provide a platform for emerging artists to showcase work to curators, art professionals and educators. The PLUS Art Fair is the creation of Rafi Ghanaghounian of Keep…

Robert Zeidler3 January 2017

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LUNCH & LEARN – INTRODUCING THE HEART OF ONTARIO

Join us to learn how your Regional Tourism Organization can help your business increase visitation and spending. This information session will highlight: Who is The Heart of Ontario? Learn how to tap into The Heart of Ontario's free marketing channels Discover how you can get involved in the Quilt of Belonging exhibit at The Cotton Factory Take advantage of the…

Robert Zeidler28 December 2016

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LUNCH & LEARN – GROWING GREENS IN THE WINTERTIME

Who says you need to live on a farm or have access to an outdoor garden plot to grow your own food? Learn how to grow nutritious organic micro greens in the comfort of your own home and feel like a modern day homesteader. Marvelously, microgreens provide year round urban access to fresh greens without the need for any expensive…

Robert Zeidler28 December 2016

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THE WHOLE BALL OF WAX

Encaustic Painting Techniques. Saturday January 14th, 2017 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday January 21st 2017 , 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Over the course of two Saturday workshops, students will learn the ancient techniques of painting with melted beeswax and resin. This dynamic and creative art form has evolved into an "anything goes" nature, and this course will offer…

Robert Zeidler18 November 2016

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FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP

Fiction Writing Sessions November 12, 2016 9:30 - 12:30 PM November 26, 2016 9:30 - 12:30 PM Limited Class Size - Maximum 8 Students Pre-registration required. Cost $200.00 + HST In the first session, we will be discussing the major elements of short fiction such as plot, character, and setting. To facilitate this discussion…

Robert Zeidler21 October 2016