Events
Upcoming Events
Hope Bridges is constantly working to facilitate opportunities and events of all abilities. Our goal is to activate the artist in everyone.
Below is a list of our annual events. Refer back for dates and times for these events.
- Join us on October 27, 2009 for our 4th Annual Fall Gala - an evening filled with all kinds of arts.
Contact us for dates and times for these upcoming inclusive workshops:
- Scrapbooking
- Drama with the Strathmore Theatre Players
- Water colour
- Movement
If you are interested in participating in any of our events or if you would like to partner with Hope Bridges for an event please email us at info@hopebridges.ca.
Events in the Community
Strathmore Library is hosting a talk by Lorraine Kneier, a Calgary author, on January 27 at 2PM. Lorraine Kneier, author of Music: A Window to the Soul, believes music is a powerful and lifelong source of energy.. Through her writing and teaching she hopes to convey the ways in which music enhances our awareness of beauty and love. Join Lorraine as she demonstrates how to experience personally the works of cherished composers from all periods of music history. If you have any questions, contact Strathmore's Head Librarian Jesse Traquair at 403-934-5440.
Past Events
- May 2009 Board Member Krista Nielsen facilitated an inclusive movement workshop.
- April 2009 Artist Ellen Chase taught an inclusive watercolour workshop.
- February 2009 - A Taste of Community Theatre a partnered event with Strathmore Theatre Players
- October 2008 - Our 3rd Annual Fall Gala took place at the Strathmore Alliance Church. The comments of Betty Webster describe the evening - "The Gala on Wednesday night was wonderful. For the first time, I fully understood the vision of Hope Bridges Society. When I saw the joy on our children's faces when they performed and watched the show, it touched me deeply. I was watching the audience and many of them were also experiencing that feeling as well. The tears and laughter really embraced what a wonderful evening it was. For the first time in many years, my daughter Katy got that spark in her eye that she had during her school years. Even my shy and quiet Robyn was very excited and looking forward to performing. I cannot stop telling people what a fabulous show they missed and neither can my family. The talent in our community and area is incredible.."
- April 2008 Spring Cards & Flowers workshop at Stamp/Paper/Scissors
- June 2008 - A website launch party was held at the Holiday Inn in Strathmore. The event was celebrated with a short video and an informal discussion followed by a champagne toast.
- October 2007 – 2nd Annual Artists Among Us Fall Gala - Artists Among Us PDF Poster - An event celebrating community diversity, acceptance, and valued citizenship through the arts.
- Fall of 2007" - Strathmore Theatre Players and Hope Bridges partnered in an inclusive play called Ali Baba.
- June 2007 - Board Member Krista Nielsen facilitated an inclusive movement workshop.
- May 2007 - Hope Bridges invited Artist Ellen Chase to teach an inclusive watercolor workshop.
- March 2007 - Hope Bridges supported community members the opportunity for citizens with disabilities to participate with front of house responsibilities for the Strathmore Theatre Player’s Spring Production.
- October 2006 - Artists Among Us Fall Gala – an event celebrating community diversity, acceptance and valued citizenship through the arts.
- Summer 2005 & Summer 2006 Brave Art - a partnership with the Storefront School and under the guidance of Denise Peterson, we initiated a program called Brave Art. This program brought individuals that were diverse in their challenges together with typical youth in a creative art program. What happened in the program was beyond our greatest expectations. The art was overwhelming, the youth had fun and formed natural relationships – it was a microcosm of what could occur in mainstream society. Everyone that took part in the program – leaders and participants – grew in spirit and opportunity.
Historic Milestones for Hope Bridge Society
- January 20, 2007 - Hope Bridges was invited to present at the Strathmore hosted Lions Conference.
- March 07, 2005 - Hope Bridges received funding from WFCSS for a website and a gala.
- April 07, 2005 – Registered as an Incorporated Non-Profit Society, Hope Bridges Society for Creative and Continued Learning.
- January 20, 2005 - Path Workshop, facilitated by Vickie Cammack, known for facilitating and implementing innovative solutions in community development, organizational transformation, social networks, future planning and family support. Vickie’s awards and distinctions include the Meritorious Service Decoration of Canada, the Simon Fraser University President's Club Distinguished Community Leadership Award, and the Community Living Institute of British Columbia, Leadership Award.
