‘It’s a space of creation in whatever that means to the people that come:’ says program founder
ELORA – An inclusive arts creation space that disappeared during COVID is making a comeback.
The Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace will have a new home this fall at the Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA). The space is a freeform and inclusive venue to create art of all kinds using the program’s materials and supplies, all second-hand and reused.
“Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace is an inclusive community hub really for connection and creativity,” said founder Stephanie Lines-Toohill.
“We place value on reducing barriers to participation — those barriers may be physical, emotional or financial — and our goal is to collaborate, dissolve those barriers and nurture a space that’s welcoming, inspiring, purposeful and mindful to encourage creative thinking and making for all…
