Mid Island Elder College

Mid Island Elder College partnership with OCAC

Mid Island Elder College is very grateful for the partnership established with the Oceanside Community Arts Council (OCAC). The OCAC provides teaching space at the McMillan Arts Centre and sponsorship for grant applications, helping to make a wide range of lifelong learning opportunities accessible to the community.

Lifelong learning stimulates an active mind, enhances social engagement, and contributes to vibrant communities. It serves as one of society’s most valuable forms of well-being — promoting curiosity, creativity, and connection across generations.

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Classes at the MAC

 

WORLD OF WILLIAM WORDSWORTH, STORY AND MUSIC

 

One Session Only: Monday, October 26, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. McMillan Arts Centre, Recital Room

 

This course explores three of William Wordsworth’s most celebrated poems: The World Is Too Much With Us, Michael, and I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud. Using a multimedia approach, participants will experience the poetry alongside photographs of England’s Lake District and original musical compositions by the instructor. We will examine how Wordsworth’s deep connection to nature shaped his “spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings”. Attention will also be given to the important influence of Dorothy Wordsworth, whose journals and observations inspired many of his works. Together, the poems, music, and imagery invite participants to reflect on the beauty of the natural world and the enduring relevance of Wordsworth’s vision of “plain living and high thinking.”

 

Instructor: Dave Klinger developed this program following inspiration drawn from the poetry of William Wordsworth and a visit to England’s Lake District. Through this multimedia presentation, Dave shares his lifelong appreciation for poetry, combining spoken verse, imagery, and music to bring Wordsworth’s work to life. His previous experience and academic background provide a strong foundation for presenting this engaging and accessible exploration of poetry, nature, and the Romantic tradition.

 

EXPLORING COLLAGE ART -- CUT, PASTE, CREATE

5 classes starting Monday, November 9 through to Monday, December 7, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. McMillan Arts Centre, Studio

Step into the vibrant world of collage, where history meets creativity. This engaging class invites participants to explore the evolution of collage from its early 20th-century roots to its bold presence in contemporary art. Students will experiment with a variety of styles, materials, and techniques while creating their own unique collage artwork in a supportive and creative environment.

 

 

Instructor: Debra Kuzbik is a teacher and former Director of Education in Saskatchewan. Since retiring to Vancouver Island, she has exhibited her photography, paintings, and collage artwork locally.

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