East End Arts is excited to present the Seniors Creative Circle, a monthly art program open to any and all seniors across the east end of Toronto!
Seniors Creative Circle
February, 2026 – November, 2026
Last Friday of Every Month, 12-3PM
St. Matthew’s Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave.
ABOUT SENIORS CREATIVE CIRCLE
The Senior’s Creative Circle is a welcoming and inclusive monthly art program designed for seniors to explore their creativity, relax, and connect with other community members through the art of self-expression. Held on the last Friday of every month from 12-3PM, this in-person program offers a low-pressure environment where participants can experiment with new mediums, engage in fun and simple art projects, and meet fellow seniors in our east end communities who share a love for creativity and art. This program is graciously supported and funded by the Government of Ontario.
Whether you are a seasoned artist or someone who is just getting started, the Senior’s Creative Circle is a great opportunity to try something new, rediscover your artistic passion, and have fun with others in a supportive and engaging atmosphere. Participants are encouraged to bring any art pieces or projects that they are currently working on, but for those looking to join us without a current project, we will have simple art supplies and materials on hand for you to play with, and no prior art experience is necessary. Come hang out with us on a Friday afternoon to relax, let your creativity flow, and engage in activities that promote your mental and emotional well-being. Due to the popularity of this program, participants are asked to REGISTER for the session they want to attend ahead of time by filling out our registration form. The button for this is found below in black.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- A roundtable setup inside St. Matthew’s Clubhouse, a fully accessible building (for wheelchair users or folks with a walker).
- A group of like-minded, art-loving 55+ seniors from East Toronto for you to connect with and build a sense of community.
- A variety of arts supplies available for you to use as you wish, with some very light guidance for those who would like it (i.e. paints, collage materials, textiles, and more!).
- Light food and refreshments available at each session (like cheese, crackers, veggies, dip, coffee, tea, and cookies).
- A judgment free space for people of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists, to be creative and make art together!
- We prioritize welcoming senior members who belong to our priority groups, including: Indigenous peoples, Persons with disabilities (physical, mental, developmental), 2SLGBTQQIA+, Racialized people, Low-income persons, and more.
RSVP & ATTENDANCE
- Due to the high demand of this program, this program is no longer a drop-in format and participants are required to register in advance for the circle they would like to attend.
- Registration will operate monthly. This means it will open on the second Monday of each month at noon (12PM EST), and only for that month’s circle. I.e. The February Creative Circle’s registration will open on Monday February 9th, 2026 at noon. Or, the March Creative Circle’s registration will open on Monday March 9th, 2026 at noon.
- Each circle has an approximate 30-person maximum cap. Once 30 people have signed up for that month’s circle, anyone signing up afterwards will be added to a *waitlist*. This is to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone who joins us.
- This program operates on a first come, first served basis.
- You can register for this monthly program by clicking the button below. *Note that if the form is not yet accepting registrations for our upcoming circle, it will ask for your email address and we will add you to our mailing list to email you once registration is open.
- We sincerely thank you for your cooperation and interest! 🙂 And we look forward to seeing you through our doors at St. Matthew’s Clubhouse.
CIRCLE DATES
- Friday February 27, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday March 27, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday April 24, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday May 29, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday June 26, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday July 31, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday August 28, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday September 25, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday October 30, 2026, 12-3PM
- Friday November 27 2026, 12-3PM
- Potential Bonus December Circle – To Be Announced, so stay tuned!Â
CURRENT CALL FOR EMERGING ARTISTS
We are inviting Emerging Artists to apply to teach one 2-hour workshop as part of this program. We are open to any type of artform, so long as it can be easily taught and executed in a two-hour time frame, in-person, at St. Matthew’s Clubhouse. Selected emerging artists will be paid a total of $850 (for prep and facilitation). Please note that all materials will be covered separately by East End Arts.
Preference will be given to artist applications that:
- Introduce senior participants to new and engaging art forms & experiences
- Provide seniors with an outlet for artistry and self-expression
- Teach an art form that can clearly and successfully be taught to senior participants over a 2-hour time period
- Do not have any or many prior facilitation experiences – this opportunity is perfect for emerging artists interested in expanding their artistic practice to include workshop facilitation in a low-stakes environment
- Have sustainable practices built into the art form (we are prioritizing workshops that help to reduce waste and have a sustainable framework)
FUNDER OF THE SENIORS CREATIVE CIRCLE
This program is funded by the Government of Ontario. We thank them for their support!
PHOTOS FROM PREVIOUS CREATIVE CIRCLES
