Mid Island Elder College
The non-profit MIEC offers general interest courses and public lectures to mature adults, both online and in-person in central Vancouver Island.
Mid Island Elder College
The non-profit MIEC offers general interest courses and public lectures to mature adults, both online and in-person in central Vancouver Island.
Start date: Thursday, March 12 2026.
Schedule:
Thursdays, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ,
From March 12, 2026 until April 16, 2026 ,
Meeting Room ,
Sandra Petrie ,
Resource person: Pam Petrie
Location: Meeting Room (Berwick Parksville) | 180 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, BC, V9P 0G9
Description:
This dynamic course invites you to engage in short, timed writing exercises (5–10 minutes each), followed by small group sharing and discussion. Prompts will surprise and inspire, encouraging spontaneous, stream-of-consciousness writing—free from concern for spelling, punctuation, or grammar. No editing, just creative flow. Writing short pieces has made me see the world in a different way, ideas are everywhere and perspective can change through sharing.Through this practice, you'll discover new perspectives, find ideas in unexpected places, and experience the joy of shared creativity. No experience necessary—just a willingness to write and have fun. Instructor: Sandra Petrie came to Canada in 1962 having trained as a teacher in Scotland and worked in both public and private schools in Canada and in Scotland. Since retirement she has taught this course at Elder College for many years.
Mandatory membership(s):
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