Adults

Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.

Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.

Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.

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Learn beginner techniques and get started on one of our easy beginner macramé projects. 

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Learn how to make old fashioned wax seals using hot glue guns for all your holiday card giving. Use them as decorations for stationary or sticking on the back of envelopes for a fancy touch.

This is a social group for people who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome.

Living With Loss is a peer grief support group for adults 18+ which provides a space to connect with others who are grieving a death. You do not have to attend every group session, but can select the sessions that suit your specific needs. You are welcome to join at any phase of your grief and attend for as long as you need the support.

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The holiday season can be a stressful time for a variety of reasons. We'll discuss the science behind tension headaches, learn about natural remedies from around the world to soothe headaches, and explore ways to reduce stress in general. Participants will also have the opportunity to make their own roll-on essential oil blends to see if aromatherapy is helpful to them.

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Learn the basic stitches of crochet and make a small project in an interactive group setting. Each week will build on what was learned in the week before. This program will be running every other Saturday, which will give registrants plenty of time to practice stitches between lessons.

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Join us for a monthly gathering in January and February to connect with new friends, engage in conversation, and enjoy staff-led activities. Open to all Chinese community members, each session features a unique theme.

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This is a social group for people who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome.

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Join us for an Indigenous Reading Circle where we’ll explore a variety of readings—short stories, essays, poetry, and more—by Indigenous writers. There’s no need to read anything in advance; we’ll read together during the session and then dive into a thoughtful group discussion.

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Pause your reading in style with a vibrant bookmark you made yourself! Practice mindfulness and sip a warm beverage as you weave yarn between straws to make your durable and cozy creation. No previous weaving skills necessary, this is a beginner workshop.

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Using acrylic paint, washi tape of different sizes, and a canvas panel, create an abstract statement piece that is sure to be eye-catching! This program features a do-it-yourself art activity, a warm beverage, and plenty of space for connection through light-hearted conversation.

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Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.

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Join our reading circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and allies—a low-commitment alternative to a traditional book club. Together, we’ll read and discuss a variety of works, including short stories, essays, and poetry, all centered on 2SLGBTQIA+ topics or written by 2SLGBTQIA+ authors. No preparation is needed; just come ready to read and share your thoughts!

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Learn the basic stitches of crochet and make a small project in an interactive group setting. Each week will build on what was learned in the week before. This program will be running every other Saturday, which will give registrants plenty of time to practice stitches between lessons.

About the Program

This is a social group for people who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome.

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Join us for a conversation with accomplished author and scholar Treena Orchard, as she delves into her new book, Sticky, Sexy, Sad: Swipe Culture and the Dark Side of Dating Apps. Treena, a professor at Western University, offers a unique blend of insight and vulnerability in this memoir, which has been described as 'Jane Goodall meets Carrie Bradshaw'—an empowering exploration of the digital dating landscape through the lens of an anthropologist who isn’t afraid to share her own experiences.

About the Program

Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.