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SUMMARY:MERA Children's Summer Art Camp - Second July Camp
DESCRIPTION:Young Artists at Play! Summer Art Camp at MERA \nMERA is offering our popular Summer Art Camp for children ages 5 to 12. There will be three camps offered July 6th to 10th\, July 20th to 24th and August 10th to 14th. Camp will be from 9am to 3pm each day. MERA Summer Art Camp offers a dynamic environment where young artists are encouraged to explore their unique voices through a variety of mediums and techniques. Over the course of the camp\, each child will have the opportunity to experiment with different materials such as watercolors\, acrylic\, collage\, sculpture\, and mixed media\, allowing them to discover which tools best express their personal creativity. Our focus is on fostering individual expression and building confidence in their artistic abilities. Children will learn not only the fundamentals of art but also how to communicate their thoughts\, feelings\, and ideas visually. With guidance and support\, they will develop their skills in a fun\, collaborative atmosphere\, embracing the joy of self-expression through art. \nThis year camp will be run by Heather Vriends\, mother of 4\, Jill of all trades\, artist\, cook\, and experienced child care provider. She will be supported by her daughter Finnlee Vriends\, and daughter-in-law MJ MacLeod. Both experienced and capable young artists. We’re so very excited to see what creations our young friends come up with this year! \nThe camp fees are $240 per child for MERA members or $300 per child for non- members. Please note: grandchildren of MERA members are entitled to members’ rate. To register\, please contact meraschoolhouse@gmail.com
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/mera-childrens-summer-art-camp-july-2/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art camp
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T150000
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SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T150000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203006Z
CREATED:20240624T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203006Z
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SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meetings Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Heather Vriends
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-101/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T160000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203212Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203212Z
UID:10001135-1784725200-1784736000@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA's Needle Pushers
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Space: MERA Room \nContact Person: Bonnie McQuatt \nWe welcome anyone who might have new techniques or designs to share or perhaps just has a desire to try something new. \nMost of the fun of quilting is being with the people we quilt with. Newcomers learn by doing. If you would like to try quilting with us we will share our supplies with you until you figure out if quilting is your thing or not. The requirements for quilting are minimal. Those who have a portable sewing machine\, rotary cutter and mat will bring that equipment when we are starting a quilt and we work together cutting out the pattern and assembling the quilt. Once the hand quilting begins each person needs their own thimble\, scissors and quilting needles. \n 
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meras-needle-pushers-50/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Quilting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T140000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203629Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203629Z
UID:10001257-1784797200-1784815200@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Weavers
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Dean Hall \nContact Person: Lise Loader \nThis collective has expanded significantly from a core group over the last few years. \nThe weavers gather to plan and work on projects and are available to share ideas\, advice and enthusiasm with each other and newer weavers. It’s an apprentice-like learn-as-you-go environment suited to those who have taken an introduction to weaving weekend workshop at a guild. \nWe have 7 looms of various sizes and styles at MERA. Some of these looms are set up with extra-long warps which become cooperative projects that various members work on when they can. \nAs with all groups at the Schoolhouse\, you must have a MERA membership to become a regular member of the MERA Heritage Weavers.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/heritage-weavers-101/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Weaving
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T223943Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T223943Z
UID:10001907-1784887200-1784894400@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us and  learn from and be inspired by what others in the group are working on. There is plenty of time to work on your own piece and also trade ideas and techniques with others in a casual way.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/art-circle-51/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Art circle
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T183337Z
CREATED:20240624T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183337Z
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SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T150000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203006Z
CREATED:20240624T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203006Z
UID:10001015-1785330000-1785337200@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meetings Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Heather Vriends
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-101/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T160000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203212Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203212Z
UID:10001136-1785330000-1785340800@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA's Needle Pushers
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Space: MERA Room \nContact Person: Bonnie McQuatt \nWe welcome anyone who might have new techniques or designs to share or perhaps just has a desire to try something new. \nMost of the fun of quilting is being with the people we quilt with. Newcomers learn by doing. If you would like to try quilting with us we will share our supplies with you until you figure out if quilting is your thing or not. The requirements for quilting are minimal. Those who have a portable sewing machine\, rotary cutter and mat will bring that equipment when we are starting a quilt and we work together cutting out the pattern and assembling the quilt. Once the hand quilting begins each person needs their own thimble\, scissors and quilting needles. \n 
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meras-needle-pushers-50/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Quilting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T140000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203629Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203629Z
UID:10001258-1785402000-1785420000@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Weavers
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Dean Hall \nContact Person: Lise Loader \nThis collective has expanded significantly from a core group over the last few years. \nThe weavers gather to plan and work on projects and are available to share ideas\, advice and enthusiasm with each other and newer weavers. It’s an apprentice-like learn-as-you-go environment suited to those who have taken an introduction to weaving weekend workshop at a guild. \nWe have 7 looms of various sizes and styles at MERA. Some of these looms are set up with extra-long warps which become cooperative projects that various members work on when they can. \nAs with all groups at the Schoolhouse\, you must have a MERA membership to become a regular member of the MERA Heritage Weavers.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/heritage-weavers-101/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Weaving
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T223943Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T223943Z
UID:10001908-1785492000-1785499200@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us and  learn from and be inspired by what others in the group are working on. There is plenty of time to work on your own piece and also trade ideas and techniques with others in a casual way.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/art-circle-51/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Art circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260706T165912Z
CREATED:20260629T201116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T165912Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Artist - Michael Flahault
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to have Kingston artist\, Michael Flahault\, kick off our “Soaring Through Summer” event. Enjoy an array of unique portraits\, landscapes and\, yes\, some works related to planes. \nMichael has kindly offered MERA a wonderful painting to be raffled on August 8 at 6 pm \, the evening of our one-day festival Soaring Through Summer. \nAbout the Artist \nGrowing up in Paris and London\, Michael was immersed in world-class art\, receiving instruction from accomplished school art teachers and additional training through extracurricular classes arranged by his parents. While his early career was rooted in traditional realism\, his work has since expanded to explore contemporary figurative and conceptual themes\, drawing on psychology\, relationships\, symbolism\, and the search for meaning.  \nAs a member of the American Society of Aviation Artists (ASAA)\, he studied under artists including Keith Ferris\, whose work is held by the Smithsonian Institution\, and received multiple ASAA awards. In the early 2000s\, the ASAA secured him gallery representation through Art for Life in New Jersey and New York\, where limited-edition giclée prints of his watercolours were exhibited and sold.  \nIn 2003 and 2004\, the Canada Aviation Museum commissioned four watercolours for its aircraft displays. Under the patronage of General Maurice Baril\, then Chief of the Defence Staff\, Michael authored the proposal that became the Canadian Forces Artists Program (CFAP/Operation Apollo)\, through which artists are sponsored to document the Canadian Armed Forces worldwide. He later served as the artist representative on the program’s Selection Advisory Committee alongside representatives from the National Gallery of Canada\, the Canadian War Museum\, the Canada Council for the Arts\, Library and Archives Canada\, the Canadian Armed Forces\, and the Senate.  \nHis work has been commissioned or collected by the Canada Aviation Museum\, the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence\, Bell Helicopter\, Execair (Innotech)\, SimuFlite\, CAE\, the Canadian Business Aircraft Association\, the O’Keefe family\, Guy Lafleur\, and private collectors as far away as Australia.  \nAlongside his painting practice\, Michael has spent many years as a software developer specializing in historically accurate flight simulation. Michael holds degrees in International Relations from Concordia and McGill Universities and also studied at Carleton and Kuwait Universities. His academic background continues to inform an artistic practice that seeks to unite technical craftsmanship with the exploration of ideas\, inviting viewers to discover meaning through observation rather than explanation.  \nArtist’s Statement  \nMy paintings explore the concept between what is seen and what is understood. Working primarily in oils\, I use the visual language of traditional realism to examine contemporary questions of identity\, relationships\, memory\, faith\, absence\, and the quiet psychological moments that often shape our lives more profoundly than dramatic events. Rather than illustrating narratives\, I’m trying to create images that invite sustained observation. Symbolic elements are often present but rarely announced. A gesture\, the direction of light\, an overlooked object\, or the relationship between figures may suggest multiple interpretations without insisting upon a single conclusion.  \nI believe a painting is most rewarding when it continues to reveal itself over time. My practice draws upon both historical painting and contemporary conceptual art. I admire the technical discipline and visual poetry of the great realist traditions while embracing the idea that a painting can communicate through ambiguity as much as certainty. Beauty\, craftsmanship\, and intellectual curiosity are not opposing values but complementary ones. Ultimately\, I hope my work encourages viewers to slow down\, look carefully\, and bring their own experiences to the painting. If a work raises questions rather than answers them\, or reveals something new on a second or third viewing\, then it has achieved what I set out to accomplish.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meet-the-artist-michael-flahault/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art exhibits,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T183337Z
CREATED:20240624T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183337Z
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SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260805T150000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203006Z
CREATED:20240624T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203006Z
UID:10001016-1785934800-1785942000@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meetings Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Heather Vriends
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-101/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260805T160000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203212Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203212Z
UID:10001137-1785934800-1785945600@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA's Needle Pushers
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Space: MERA Room \nContact Person: Bonnie McQuatt \nWe welcome anyone who might have new techniques or designs to share or perhaps just has a desire to try something new. \nMost of the fun of quilting is being with the people we quilt with. Newcomers learn by doing. If you would like to try quilting with us we will share our supplies with you until you figure out if quilting is your thing or not. The requirements for quilting are minimal. Those who have a portable sewing machine\, rotary cutter and mat will bring that equipment when we are starting a quilt and we work together cutting out the pattern and assembling the quilt. Once the hand quilting begins each person needs their own thimble\, scissors and quilting needles. \n 
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meras-needle-pushers-50/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Quilting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203629Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203629Z
UID:10001259-1786006800-1786024800@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Weavers
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Dean Hall \nContact Person: Lise Loader \nThis collective has expanded significantly from a core group over the last few years. \nThe weavers gather to plan and work on projects and are available to share ideas\, advice and enthusiasm with each other and newer weavers. It’s an apprentice-like learn-as-you-go environment suited to those who have taken an introduction to weaving weekend workshop at a guild. \nWe have 7 looms of various sizes and styles at MERA. Some of these looms are set up with extra-long warps which become cooperative projects that various members work on when they can. \nAs with all groups at the Schoolhouse\, you must have a MERA membership to become a regular member of the MERA Heritage Weavers.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/heritage-weavers-101/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Weaving
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T223943Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T223943Z
UID:10001909-1786096800-1786104000@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us and  learn from and be inspired by what others in the group are working on. There is plenty of time to work on your own piece and also trade ideas and techniques with others in a casual way.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/art-circle-51/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Art circle
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260706T185029Z
CREATED:20260629T194620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185029Z
UID:10002201-1786186800-1786226400@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Soaring Through Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a day filled with music\, creativity\, and endless fun at our special event Soaring Through Summer. The event takes place at two locations in McDonalds Corners\, MERA Schoolhouse and the McDonalds Corners Agricultural Society (the AgHall). This exciting family-friendly event is designed to bring joy and excitement to children of all ages. \nPART 1\nIt starts at the AgHall (194 Cameron’s Road) from 11 am to 4 pm with everything related to FLIGHT \nFrom arts and crafts to hands-on games and activities and live music. The day is filled with demonstrations of drones and presentations on birds. Children of all ages can immerse themselves in games\, build kites\, birdhouses\, airplanes in arts and crafts zone\, explore award winning film shorts on flight\, dance along to lively tunes in the music area. Face painting and bubble play will add to the magic\, making the festival an unforgettable experience for kids and parents alike. \nIn addition to all the fun-filled activities\, numerous community organizations\, and vendors will be onsite at the Ag Hall. And of course\, no festival is complete without delicious food—there will be plenty of options available to keep everyone fueled for the day’s adventures! \nPART 2\nIt continues at MERA Schoolhouse (974 Dalhousie Concession 9A) with art\, music and pizza from 4 pm to 10 pm \nTake in the artworks of Michael Flahault\, and discover a wide array of works from aviation to landscapes and portraits\, a must see! We will raffle off one of his paintings. The draw takes place at 6 pm. \nEnjoy refreshments from MERA Café and Pizza from MERA’s famous Pizza Oven.\nAt 6:30 pm we have a special concert from our favourite musical family\, TriPOD\, featuring award-winning singer-songwriter\, Terry Tufts with Kathryn Briggs and Beth Tufts. They will offer a mix of original music (some works dedicated to flight) and cover tunes presented with passion\, fun\, and a love of music!  \nBring the whole family to the Soaring Through Summer Festival for a day of fun\, imagination\, and community spirit! Special thanks to our volunteers and to Perth and District Community Foundation who help make this happen. For more information follow us on Facebook\, Instagram and go to our website — meraschoolhouse.org
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/soaring-through-summer-festival/
LOCATION:McDonalds Corners Ag Hall\, 194 Cameron Road\, McDonalds Corners\, ON\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T130212Z
CREATED:20260209T193953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T130212Z
UID:10002119-1786352400-1786719600@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA Children's Summer Art Camp - August
DESCRIPTION:Young Artists at Play! Summer Art Camp at MERA \nMERA is offering our popular Summer Art Camp for children ages 5 to 12. There will be three camps offered July 6th to 10th\, July 20th to 24th and August 10th to 14th. Camp will be from 9am to 3pm each day. MERA Summer Art Camp offers a dynamic environment where young artists are encouraged to explore their unique voices through a variety of mediums and techniques. Over the course of the camp\, each child will have the opportunity to experiment with different materials such as watercolors\, acrylic\, collage\, sculpture\, and mixed media\, allowing them to discover which tools best express their personal creativity. Our focus is on fostering individual expression and building confidence in their artistic abilities. Children will learn not only the fundamentals of art but also how to communicate their thoughts\, feelings\, and ideas visually. With guidance and support\, they will develop their skills in a fun\, collaborative atmosphere\, embracing the joy of self-expression through art. \nThis year camp will be run by Heather Vriends\, mother of 4\, Jill of all trades\, artist\, cook\, and experienced child care provider. She will be supported by her daughter Finnlee Vriends\, and daughter-in-law MJ MacLeod. Both experienced and capable young artists. We’re so very excited to see what creations our young friends come up with this year! \nThe camp fees are $240 per child for MERA members or $300 per child for non- members. Please note: grandchildren of MERA members are entitled to members’ rate. To register\, please contact meraschoolhouse@gmail.com
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/mera-childrens-summer-art-camp-august/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T183337Z
CREATED:20240624T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183337Z
UID:10000843-1786453200-1786460400@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203006Z
CREATED:20240624T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203006Z
UID:10001017-1786539600-1786546800@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meetings Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Heather Vriends
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-101/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203212Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203212Z
UID:10001138-1786539600-1786550400@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA's Needle Pushers
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Space: MERA Room \nContact Person: Bonnie McQuatt \nWe welcome anyone who might have new techniques or designs to share or perhaps just has a desire to try something new. \nMost of the fun of quilting is being with the people we quilt with. Newcomers learn by doing. If you would like to try quilting with us we will share our supplies with you until you figure out if quilting is your thing or not. The requirements for quilting are minimal. Those who have a portable sewing machine\, rotary cutter and mat will bring that equipment when we are starting a quilt and we work together cutting out the pattern and assembling the quilt. Once the hand quilting begins each person needs their own thimble\, scissors and quilting needles. \n 
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meras-needle-pushers-50/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Quilting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203629Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203629Z
UID:10001260-1786611600-1786629600@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Weavers
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Dean Hall \nContact Person: Lise Loader \nThis collective has expanded significantly from a core group over the last few years. \nThe weavers gather to plan and work on projects and are available to share ideas\, advice and enthusiasm with each other and newer weavers. It’s an apprentice-like learn-as-you-go environment suited to those who have taken an introduction to weaving weekend workshop at a guild. \nWe have 7 looms of various sizes and styles at MERA. Some of these looms are set up with extra-long warps which become cooperative projects that various members work on when they can. \nAs with all groups at the Schoolhouse\, you must have a MERA membership to become a regular member of the MERA Heritage Weavers.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/heritage-weavers-101/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Weaving
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T223943Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T223943Z
UID:10001910-1786701600-1786708800@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us and  learn from and be inspired by what others in the group are working on. There is plenty of time to work on your own piece and also trade ideas and techniques with others in a casual way.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/art-circle-51/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Art circle
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T183337Z
CREATED:20240624T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183337Z
UID:10000844-1787058000-1787065200@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203006Z
CREATED:20240624T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203006Z
UID:10001018-1787144400-1787151600@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meetings Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Heather Vriends
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-101/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T160000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203212Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203212Z
UID:10001139-1787144400-1787155200@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:MERA's Needle Pushers
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Space: MERA Room \nContact Person: Bonnie McQuatt \nWe welcome anyone who might have new techniques or designs to share or perhaps just has a desire to try something new. \nMost of the fun of quilting is being with the people we quilt with. Newcomers learn by doing. If you would like to try quilting with us we will share our supplies with you until you figure out if quilting is your thing or not. The requirements for quilting are minimal. Those who have a portable sewing machine\, rotary cutter and mat will bring that equipment when we are starting a quilt and we work together cutting out the pattern and assembling the quilt. Once the hand quilting begins each person needs their own thimble\, scissors and quilting needles. \n 
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/meras-needle-pushers-50/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Quilting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20250907T203629Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203629Z
UID:10001261-1787216400-1787234400@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Weavers
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Dean Hall \nContact Person: Lise Loader \nThis collective has expanded significantly from a core group over the last few years. \nThe weavers gather to plan and work on projects and are available to share ideas\, advice and enthusiasm with each other and newer weavers. It’s an apprentice-like learn-as-you-go environment suited to those who have taken an introduction to weaving weekend workshop at a guild. \nWe have 7 looms of various sizes and styles at MERA. Some of these looms are set up with extra-long warps which become cooperative projects that various members work on when they can. \nAs with all groups at the Schoolhouse\, you must have a MERA membership to become a regular member of the MERA Heritage Weavers.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/heritage-weavers-101/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Weaving
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T223943Z
CREATED:20240624T183412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T223943Z
UID:10001911-1787306400-1787313600@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us and  learn from and be inspired by what others in the group are working on. There is plenty of time to work on your own piece and also trade ideas and techniques with others in a casual way.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/art-circle-51/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Art circle
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T183337Z
CREATED:20240624T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183337Z
UID:10000845-1787662800-1787670000@meraschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Pottery Studio
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Space: Pottery Studio (basement) \nContact Person: Lyndal Neelin \nWe are a joyful group of potters who share space\, tools and experience in the basement of the MERA schoolhouse. We are organized as a co-operative\, sharing responsibility for making our studio a fun\, open\, supportive and safe place to enjoy creating works in clay both on and away from the wheel.\nEach studio member is encouraged to participate in both individual and collective projects\, to contribute to studio maintenance tasks\, and to teach and learn from the other potters. MERA potters also organize learning and teaching opportunities in the form of in-house workshops and sessions led by professional potters and contribute to the Annual MERA Christmas Fair.
URL:https://meraschoolhouse.org/event/pottery-studio-106/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:MERA Schoolhouse\,  McDonald’s Corners\, 974 Dalhousie Concession 9A\, McDonalds Corners\, Ontario\, K0G 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pottery
END:VEVENT
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