Quin-Mo-Lac Weekend
Hosted by the Regional UCW, Sept 11 to 13, this year’s gathering will centre on the theme “Living in the Light” with keynote speaker Rev. Cheryl McMurray, workshops (drumming, cardmaking, exploring, tie-dying, story-writing, tai chi and kazoo), and songs of the Canadian Spirit by Ron Nichols and his guitar. People may also take part in lakeside workshop, hymnsongs, camp counsellor skits and vespers, a prayer circle, moonlight voyageur canoe, polar dips, Grand River Books and Fair Trade Displays . Whether you register for the full weekend or as Saturday day-timer (any time from sunrise to starlight), you will enjoy great friends, great food and great fun. Limited to 100. Register by August 15. Register HERE or email Ruth Wessell at ucwqml26@gmail.com
Workshop Choices: You will be able to take part in two workshops. The registration form asks you to list your top ‘picks’, including additional choices in case some workshops are full. We will do our best to give you your top choices. You may also choose Freetime.
Cardmaking – Make greeting cards with Bev Crane and do some stamping, glueing and possibly punching out of pieces, creating take-home cards to share the light with others. All materials supplied.
Drumming – Listen to your heartbeat. Rhythm & Drums with Michelle Adams. Bring a chair; drums provided or bring your own.
Exploring – Scavenger Hunt Exploration created by Lynda Brownson & Dorene Kelsey. Your chance to walk in nature and explore the camp guided by Bible verses and your own sense of exploration. You will need either a Bible or a phone with internet to research the clues!
Tie-dying – Bring an item of your own you want to tie dye e.g., T-shirt, bag or whatever you choose. From Northern Lights to Sunbursts – with help from Liz Wade, see what you create!
Life-Stories – To help you write your unique life story or support others in sharing theirs. Betty Turcott will share hints and ideas to get you started, ways to organize your thoughts and ideas, and suggestions for printing and sharing your story. A notebook or writing materials might be useful.
Tai Chi Joy – Sherri Bergman will lead participants in gentle tai chi and chi kung meditation, massage, breathing and movement exercises that improve flexibility, enhance relaxation, promote energy and create a joyful outlook.
Kazoo to You – Create a fun way to thank people in your group with song/verse/limericks and a KAZOO! Join Lois McLeod to create some samples of kazoo thankyou songs with music in the public domain. Just bring yourself and a sense of fun.