PROGRAMS
MACC is operated as a satellite facility to the Sunset Community Centre. As such we share programming and the support of the Sunset Community Association.
If you would like to run programs at Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre, please fill out this MACC Program Proposal Form (PDF 102kb), and send it to the programmer at moberly@vancouver.ca
Please contact us at moberly@vancouver.ca to chat with us about your proposal!
Chinese New Year Dance & Cake Demonstration
Jessica Yue
Learn the history, customs, and tradition behind the celebration of the Chinese New Year Festival. Instructor Jessica Yue will first perform Chinese fan, ribbon, handkerchief, and drum classic dances, doing some basic dance moves with participants. Jessica will then show participants how you how to make sesame balls or baked ricecake, also known as “New Year Cake”.
Sat | Jan 28 | 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
438076 | $8 / 1 session
Polymer Dance: Intermediate/Advanced (16+ yrs)
Miriam Esquitin
Polymer Dance is a contemporary dance class and improvisation ensemble for non-professional dancers over the age of 16 with at least three years dance experience. If you are a dancer looking for formal training with professional-level teachers and love to improvise and perform, Polymer Dance is for you! For more information, contact polymerdance@gmail.com.
Tue | Jan 17 – Mar 7 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
436049 | $144 / 8 sessions
Girls Rock Camp Vancouver
Girls Rock Camp
A fun and interactive music program for girls and non-binary children and youth. Participants will form bands together, and are given instrument instruction, and workshops in art, music, and empowerment.
Thu | Jan 12 – Mar 9 | 3:30 PM-6:30 PM
436051 | $100 / 9 sessions
Health
Move, Groove & Improve (50+ yrs)
Balbir Cheema
Move, Groove, and Improve is a program focused on active aging and well-being. Participants will engage in physical activities, such as chair yoga. Instruction is in Punjabi and English. All seniors are welcome. You will need to pre-register for the program by calling South Vancouver Neighbourhood House at 604-324-6212. ext. 158 for Zhen Wang
Mon & Thu | Jan 9 – Mar 9 | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
436038 | FREE / 17 sessions
Social Stitching: Sew, Make, Recycle (18+ yrs)
Dawn Livera
Do you have “stuff” you keep because of the memories things hold for you? Come and spend some social time hand stitching a special container for your memories. No special skills needed. We have lots of cloth and hand sewing supplies to share. If you like, bring some small objects to work with – family photos, small souvenirs, special pieces of cloth or other objects that have personal meaning for you.
Wed | Jan 11 – Mar 8 | 12:30 PM-2:30 PM
436041 | FREE / 9 sessions
United Way School’s Out! (8-10 yrs)
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
School’s Out is a free after-school program for preteens ages focusing on social emotional learning, arts, education, and sports. Program is guided by high school volunteer mentors.
Wed | Jan 18 – Mar 8 | 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
423842 | FREE
Hibret Amharic School (6-18 yrs)
Mekdes Gete
This class is for children interested in learning to read and write one of Ethiopia’s major languages, Amharic. In addition, students will also learn about Ethiopia’s culture, and history through music, dance and song. To register, contact Mekdes Gete at mekdesgete@gmail.com.
Sat | Jan 14-Mar 11 | 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
436050 | FREE / 9 sessions
Glow Kids Spring Break Camp (6-12 yrs)
Lia Fletcher
Glow Kids Harry Potter at Moberly
Join us in a week-long adventure into the Harry Potter imaginary world, where children will have their fantasies come true as they get sorted into their houses, make new friendships and compete for their house cup. Activities include: charm-illusion-potions class, make your own wand, scavenger hunt, ground-quittage tournament, costume dance party, jelly bean challenge and other hilarious games.
Mon-Fri | Mar 13 – Mar 17 | 9:15 AM-3:00 PM
428430 | $255 / 5 sessions
Glow Kids Theatre at Moberly
Campers will be divided into groups that will create a play or puppet show from scratch, as we will write the script, rehearse, and present. This camp will be filled with arts and crafts, including making puppets, props, and set pieces for our show. On the last day, the four groups will present their plays to each other, which will be followed by our very own Oscar ceremony!
Mon-Fri | Mar 20-Mar 24 | 9:15 AM-3:00 PM
428431 | $255/5 sessions
Moberly Writers and Storytellers: Stone Soup (50+ yrs)
Johnny Trinh
Stone Soup is a community-focused project that will create a feast of stories and food. Participants will be encouraged to share stories, memories, and recipes that will be put together into a community cookbook anthology. Each month there will be guest artists, cooking lessons led by guest chefs and the participants, building up to a grand feast open to everyone.
Tu | Jan 10 – Mar 7 | 10:00am-11:00am
438128 | FREE / 9 sessions
Coming Saturday, January 28th here at Moberly from 3pm-4pm! Learn the history, customs, and traditions behind the celebration of the Chinese New Year Festival. Instructor Jessica Yue will first perform Chinese Fan, Ribbon, Handkerchief, Drum, Classic dance, as well as...
Tuesdays | January 10 - March 7 | 10am-11am The Moberly writers group returns in the new year with our new project: Stone Soup. This project, led by the fantastic Johnny Trinh, invites participants to cook as often as they write! This hybrid program will explore the...
Wednesdays | January 11 - March 8 | 12:30pm-2:30pm Returning Wednesdays in the new year! Do you have "stuff" you keep because of the memories things hold for you? Come and spend some social time hand-stitching a special container for your memories. No special skills...
Mondays & Thursdays | January 9 - March 9 | 10:30am-11:30am Beginning on Monday January 9th! Move, Groove, and Improve is afree program focussed on active aging and well-being. Participants will engage in physical activities, such as chair yoga. Instruction is...
The Moberly writers group returns with a new project: Stone Soup. This project, led by the fantastic Johnny Trinh, invites participants to cook as often as they write! This hybrid program will explore the concept of memory through poetry, prose, and community cooking....
This November, on Wednesday evenings, learn stand-up comedy, how to tap into your humor, and create effective jokes and a set to perform at open mics with instructor, Ingrid Zeer. The program is $89 for five sessions. To register, call Sunset Community Centre at...
Returning Wednesdays this fall! Do you have "stuff" you keep because of the memories things hold for you? Come and spend some social time hand-stitching a special container for your memories. No special skills needed. We have lots of cloth and hand sewing supplies to...
Beginning on Monday September 12! Move, Groove, and Improve is a program focussed on active aging and well-being. Participants will engage in physical activities, such as chair yoga. Instruction is provided in Punjabi and English. Classes take place on Mondays and...
Moberly's Fall 2022 programs are now open for registration. We have a great variety of classes and residencies to be a part of this season, including Polymer Dance, Girls Rock Camp Vancouver, Intro to Standup, Social Stitching, Food Skills for Families, Move, Groove...
Attention all gardeners! The sun is on it’s way back, and the garden is sprouting once again! Please find below our schedule for upcoming workshop in the Moberly garden this spring and summer. There will be other gardening parties as well, so keep your eyes on our...
Creative Remix Summer Camp will open for registrations on April 9th at 10am. Be sure to keep your eye on the Vancouver registration website: https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/vancouver
Moberly is seeking out a camp supervisor for its annual Creative Remix Summer Camp. If you're a arts-focused individual with an interest in children's education and creative development, this would be an excellent job for you! Applications are due April 10, 2022. More...
Moberly Writers & Storytellers returns for another spring session. This thirteen-week Arts & Health project will guide you to explore important memories in your life and give you tools to write poetry and stories - all via a weekly group telephone call with...
Moberly will be offering two watercolour classes by the amazing Mohammad Reza Atashzad! Classes will take place on Tuesdays this spring, beginning April 12th, at 3:15pm (for kids & youth) and 4:15pm (for ages 16+)....
Social Stitching returns to Moberly this spring! Under the guidance of artist Dawn Livera, our group is making some amazing hand-sewn projects every Wednesdays at 12:30pm. Suitable for anyone aged 18+. Come join us!
Saturday, February 5 1:00pm - 3:00pm Free admission, though space is limited Get together with herbalist Lori Snyder to discover the ancient traditions of gardening with the moon cycles. During this Moberly gardening session we'll share seeds, envision the next season...
Social Stitching may have started, but you can join at any time! Under the guidance of artist Dawn Livera, our group is making some very interesting hand-sewn projects every Wednesdays at 12:30pm. Suitable for anyone aged 18+. Come join us!
Registration for the winter programs at Moberly is now open! You can see what we're offering in 2022 on the Programs page, and register for programs on the Vancouver registration website. See you in January!