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55 & Better | Screen Printing Giftbags

Posted on: November 21, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

In this workshop you will have the opportunity to create your own simple silhouette stencil to create a design you will then print on giftbags! Each participant will have 3 giftbags they may print on. These will still be “tacky” at the end of the workshop however, you will be given a container to bring […]

55 & Better | Holiday Themed Painting!

Posted on: November 21, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us on Dec 14 for 55 & Better | Holiday Themed Painting! Get creative and have a fun afternoon of relaxing painting at THEMUSEUM. Participants will have an option of a holiday themed paint-by-numbers kit, or watercolour painting. This workshop and all others in THEMUSEUM’s 55 & Better series are made possible by our partners, Chartwell Retirement Residences. […]

55 & Better – Watercolour Painting

Posted on: November 7, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us Thursday November 16 for watercolour painting! This event is free to attend for anyone 55 & Better. Registration is required, please register below.

55 & Better: Woodworking Lanterns

Posted on: October 17, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us on November 2nd in the Underground Studio MakerSpace as we host a workshop for those 55 & Better. This workshop is focused woodworking skills and participants will take home their crafted lantern. Please register below.

55 & Better: Memories Lapse – Forgotten Stories of ‘Waterloo You Never Knew’

Posted on: September 21, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

As each generation is lost to the sands of time, so, too are many of their stories. Among these are the histories of everyday life and ordinary people. For Joanna Rickert-Hall, local history prior to the 1973 creation of Waterloo Region is no different. In her book, “Waterloo You Never Knew,” Joanna shares the long-forgotten […]

55 & Better: 3D Pen Masks!

Posted on: September 7, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

In this workshop you will get the engaging opportunity to learn about 3D printing technology all while using our 3D pens to create your own masquerade mask just in time for Halloween! Pre-register to confirm your spot! Drop-in may not be available dependent on registration. This workshop and all others in THEMUSEUM’s 55 & Better […]

55 & Better: Hydroponic Bottle Gardens!

Posted on: May 15, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us on June 1st at 1:30pm as we learn about hydroponics and start our own bottle garden with radish seeds! It’s gardening season but did you know you can get started on some of your gardening before the ground thaws? Join us in The Underground Studio MakerSpace as we learn about hydroponics and make […]

55 & Better: Candle Making Workshop

Posted on: April 20, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us on May 18th for a Candle Making Workshop hosted by Sweet & Spice Candles! During this workshop each participant will get to create their own custom 14oz soy candle and choose from a variety of popular scents. PLEASE BE ADVISED: This workshop involves the creation of scented candles using fragrance oils (phthalate free). If you […]

55 & Better: Magic Butterfly Lanterns

Posted on: April 20, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join us in The Underground Studio MakerSpace as we celebrate spring by taking old mason jars and using some wire bending and paper cut mache techniques to make a lantern that appears to have a floating butterfly fluttering around it!  

55 & Better | How to Vermicompost with Amanda: Worm Wrangler

Posted on: March 22, 2023 by THEMUSEUM

Join Amanda Hunter, the Worm Wrangler for this workshop about how to vermicompost – composting with help from earth worms! You will learn how to turn your food scraps into valuable worm castings to help your garden and houseplants thrive in an efficient and tidy enough manner that you’ll be able to do it in the house! […]

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