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The 130-year old home that sits on spacious grounds at 350 Simcoe Street in Prince Albert was destined to become the School of Creativity. Since that luncheon an outdoor stage has been constructed, the top of the barn has been renovated into a theatre and the bottom portion is now a studio for tapestry-weaving...... Prior to this meeting an addition had been built which housed two bright studios. Plants flourish in the large south window, while in the west an expan- sive loom is silhouetted by the setting sun. In the summer warmth, students lounge on the massive front porch and write poetry. - This non-profit, multi-apts school operates much like a commune or free school with open communication bet- ween the students and instructors. Help is never very far away. Mrs. Victor's friends, who refer to her as a "middle- aged hippie", are convinced that she is a very gifted person. Lyn Sparling and Lana Douglas' explained this idea. "A few weeks ago we came over to help out and Delores warned us not to take off our coats. The furnace had broken down and she couldn't reach the repair- man. She (Delores) tried to call again but was still unable to reach him. Five minutes later the phone rang. It was the furnace man wanting to know if everything was all right with the furnace. Delores ex- plained the problem and he came right over." Since that day neither of the girls have worried about the future of the school. The school is not only concerned with education, but also promotes cultural events of interest to the community. These include theatre performances, arts and craft exhibitions, child- ren's workshops and lectures by writers, artists and performers. The school's three main goals are to promote Cana- diana and the Canadian arts; community spirit and in- volvement in Scugog; and artists, craftspeople and students. A high standard of educa- tion and workmanship is the . main concern of the three Prince Albert women. This is achieved by fully-qualified instructors and. the limited number of students in each class. The small classes allow for individual attention and contribute to the informal setting of the school. To cover the cost of expenses, estimated at $30,116 these women have .applied for government assistance. They are now considering asking for finan- cial assistance from liquor and cigarette companies. This financial backing will cover the cost of salaries, fine arts and crafts instruc- A dream becomes a realit tors, and royalties for the production of plays. With the spring session about to begin, registration can be made by calling the school or droppigg in to the Simcoe Street location. Once inside the infectious atmosphere will convince you to stay. , Spring courses include such things as mixed media, tapestry weaving and a look at herbs. The mixed media course features water colours, ink and crayons, acrylics, tempera, dyes and emul- sions. _ The instructor, Alexander Neveroff, is a graduate of the Ontario College of Fine Arts. He has worked as a free- lance artist in Toronto and with Education. Lyn Sparling, secretary for the school, will be teach- ing the tapestry course. The looms will be supplied but the students must bring their own yarns. Mrs. Sparling studied tapestry in Peter- borough and has shown her work at several Ontario art shows. Students will study various 'types of plants and learn to cultivate their own indoor and outdoor herb gardens; collecting and harvesting for herbal teas and storing for winter use. Lana Douglas, public relations co-ordinator for the group has had several years experience in this field and will teach the eight-week course. Registration for the summer program will take place on June 2. The school will be holding an open house and art mart. They welcome any local artists who would be interested in displaying their work. The week-end will also feature entertainment by the Morris Dancers of Toronto and Carolyn Perry of the Mariposa Festival will work with local children in presen- ting small plays. The-school also houses the Village Studio Antiques and a boutique where the work of students and instructors is sold. "After all, you can only give so much to your friends and relatives', Mrs. Sparling said. High school, community college and university students are given the oppor- tunity to take courses in return for odd jobs. around the school through a work opportunity and scholarship program. The school has established a board of directors com- prised of local people and some outside artists. Under the direction of Mrs Victor's husband, a promi- nent Oshawa lawyer, a constitution and operational policy has been formulated. difference." 130 The answer for speedy check-out, easy operation and frouble-free service. 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