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2010 OUTLOOK Diamond Willow Creativity
Book now for your special weekend - or Half Weekend!
Now is the perfect time to plan your winter get-away (avoid those post-holiday blues). Gather some friends & pick a weekend.
Bring your kit of goodies, or let us book an instructor in the medium of your choice.
$250/person based on double occupancy / $150/person half weekend
Call (403) 933-5755 to book
January 22, 2010 7pm House Concert: Crooked Brothers on tour
An exciting blend of timeless country classic sounds, backporch blues and stomping
scrapyard funk.
This was terrific fun - Really talented guys & the accoustics tested 'awesome' by guests.
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Watch for the next House Concert April 7
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February 27-28, 2010 Acrylic Painting: with A. S. Helwig
Develop your creative abilities while learning more about this versatile medium Saturday,
Yoga and brunch Sunday. One night (shared) accommodations, meals, class instruction included.
$295/person plus taxes, based on shared accommodations
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March 6, 2010 Beneath the Arch Concert Series in Turner Valley
presents David Gogo
Blistering guitar licks, soulful vocals will rock your socks!
B&B rates apply.
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March 19-22, 2010 Double Raven Mirror Plaque
with Rick Wolcott
Done in the Northern style (Tlingit) using Western Red Cedar, carve the traditional shapes and forms that make up the Northwest Coast First Nations Art Style.
$410.00 incl materials & knives, 2 nights accommodations, 2 bkfsts, 2 lunches.
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March 27, 2010 Beneath the Arch Concert Series in Turner Valley
presents Miranda Sage
Smooth jazz. Her voice has tremendous flexibility and range, her singing is candy for the ears!
B&B rates apply.
Call (403) 933-5755 to book
April 7, 2010 7pm House Concert: Amy Seeley & Zachary Lucky
More info to follow
Tickets $10 advance, $15 at door, available at Terra Cotta, Pharmasave and Coyote Moon, or call 403 933-5755.
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Stay overnight: B&B rates apply
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April 9-11, 2010 Creative Journaling
with Kathie MacDuff
Visual journals allow the student to explore issues in a safe and creative manner. Enjoy nature, solitude and a weekend away! Kathie will bring all the tools and supplies to make it a real 'open studio'.
$SOLD OUT - call to be placed on a waiting list! 2 nights accommodations, Saturday meals, Sunday brunch & snacks & refreshments.
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April 23 -25, 2010 Yoga as Healing Art
with Jane Sponiar
Along with regular yoga practice, explore the less common techniques leading to longevity and zest for life.
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$375 before Feb 15, $425 after.
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May 1 -2, 2010 REPEAT Byzantine Chain Bracelet: with Laura McIvor
Join this inspiring jewelry artist in making a matching bracelet and earrings
One night (shared) accommodations, meals, all class supplies & tools included.
$300/person plus taxes, based on shared accommodations
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Pictures from Recent Events

  • D R E A M
  • Ingrid Christensen
  • Karin Richter
  • Kathie MacDuff
  • Karin Huehold
  • Sharon Williams
  • Maryanne Jespersen
  • Dianna Shyne
  • Creative Journal
  • Studio Demos
  • Krista Kienitz Demo
  • Studio Demos
  • Studio Demos
  • Alice Helwig
  • Rick Wolcott

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A Taste of the Foothills

Here are some ideas for a weekend getaway to give you a breather from city life. Use our retreat as a bed and breakfast and discover all that the area has to offer. We can help you customize your get-away, or you can let the moment move you: Let us know how you’d like your weekend to unfold; we’ll take care of the rest!

Creative Weekend

We can format a weekend for you and your friends. Choose from a variety of sessions -- and we’ll bring in the instructors. Browse the list of instructors and let us arrange your perfect retreat.

Instructors
Maryanne Jespersen
Karin Richter
Nancy Lynn Hughes
Bill (Wolf Studios)
Kath Rutland
Laura McIvor
Brenda Topley
Jenelle Kitto
Krista Kienitz
Kerri Forster
Nicole Heidmiller
Lynda/Jim McLennan
Oil landscapes
Pastels, Watercolours, Acrylics, Oils
Oil, Watercolour painting
Creative Photography
Yoga / Thai Therapy Massage
Silver Jewellery
Paverpol garden creations
Yoga / nutrition
Cake decorating
Calligraphy
Crystal mosaic workshops
Fly Fishing instruction/guide
www.maryanneseden.com
www.karinrichter.com
www.hughesfineart.com
www.wolfpackstudio.com

www.lauramcivordesigns.com
www.bsdesignstudio.com

www.simplysweetltd.com

www.nicoleheidmiller.com
www.mclennanflyfishing.com

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