Artisans Centre Peterborough upcoming events

Youth - Weaving (Ages 4 to 7) (7 Jul 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

In this introductory workshop we will learn about looms and play with various weaving techniques. Weaving has a rich history throughout all cultures, and is something we often don't realize plays a huge part in our everyday lives!

Our first activity will explore the basic concepts of weaving, through weaving with paper strips. Then, moving onto weaving with yarn, we will use a simple cardboard loom to create our own woven piece. Lastly, there will be several table looms set up for everyone to try their hand at!

We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

All class materials will be provided.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - Weaving (Ages 8 to 12+) (7 Jul 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

All class materials will be provided.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (8 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (10 Jul 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

In this new full-day session, we will be hand crafting our very own games and entertainment! Some things to look forward to include creating your own shoebox foosball, tic-tac-toe on the go, playing some fun carnival games, and participating in camp songs & activities!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Participants must bring their own packed (nut-free) lunch and snacks as well as hydration! If a participant has an allergy please alert us before the session and include it when completing the permission form.

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.

Youth - Nightlight Terrarium (Ages 4 to 7) (14 Jul 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

This workshop will light up your child's imagination as they create their very own nightlit realm, all contained within a handmade and decorated terrarium!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - Nightlight Terrarium (Ages 8 to 12+) (14 Jul 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

This workshop will light up your child's imagination as they create their very own nightlit realm, all contained within a handmade and decorated terrarium!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.

Youth - Journal Bookbinding (Ages 8 to 12+) (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

This workshop we will introduce participants to some basic bookbinding techniques. We'll start the session with making simple pamphlet stitch booklets, then move on to try out a few more advanced techniques!

We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

All class materials will be provided.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Weavers & Spinners Guild member Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - All About Beading (Ages 4 to 7) (21 Jul 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

In this workshop we'll learn some basic beading techniques to make jewellery and keychains! Participants will also learn how to make their own bead animals, starting with the classic 'lizard' shape, before moving on to different animals.

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - All About Beading (Ages 8 to 12+) (21 Jul 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.

Youth - Clay Creations (Ages 4 to 7) (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

In this workshop participants will learn basic sculpting techniques and work with polymer clay to create and decorate their our own miniature art pieces!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - Clay Creations (Ages 8 to 12+) (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

In this workshop participants will learn basic sculpting techniques and work with polymer clay to create and decorate their our own miniature art pieces!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (29 Jul 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (31 Jul 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.

Youth - Bug Day (Ages 4 to 7) (4 Aug 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

In this workshop we’ll embrace nature's beauty and create some of our favourite bugs! Perfect to put in your garden, play with in the sandbox or just to display in your home, we'll experiment with using different materials such as rocks, coffee filters, scrap fabrics, gourds and more!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - Bug Day (Ages 8 to 12+) (4 Aug 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (5 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Nightlight Terrarium (Ages 4 to 7) (11 Aug 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 4 to 7!

This workshop will light up your child's imagination as they create their very own nightlit realm, all contained within a handmade and decorated terrarium!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Youth - Nightlight Terrarium (Ages 8 to 12+) (11 Aug 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For ages 8 to 12+!

This workshop will light up your child's imagination as they create their very own nightlit realm, all contained within a handmade and decorated terrarium!

All class materials will be provided. We endeavor to use easy to source materials in all our classes so participants can continue to practice the skills they've learned even after the class is done.

Fee: $25 per registrant

Duration: 2 hours, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Instructor: Liza

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival. A completed permission form must be submitted for each participant at the beginning of the class.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (14 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th.

Youth - Game Days (Ages 6 to 9) (21 Aug 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For ages 6 to 9!

The session will be composed of two hours of crafting and play in the morning, an hour break for lunch at midday, followed by another two hours of fun in the afternoon!

Fee: $50 per registrant

Duration: 5 hours, 10:30am to 3:30pm

Instructors: Liza & Julia

Permission forms are provided upon your arrival and must be completed for each participant at the beginning of the class. You can also view the permission form here.

All program facilitators have completed a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check. ACP staff person has completed Standard First Aid and CPR training.