Green Acres Art Centre programming is back in full swing following a recent transition in its board of directors.
Zach Ward, GAAC director, said the changes bring new voices, perspectives, energy and momentum to Teulon.
“The previous board had done good work to move Green Acres forward,” he said. “Now, we are working hard to maintain vibrant arts programming in the Interlake.”
Earlier this year, Andrea Hancox became chair of GAAC after a new board was elected at the organization’s annual general meeting on Feb. 15. She said the new board is made up of enthusiastic community volunteers working as a cohesive group to bring top-level arts programming to Teulon. Their efforts include maintaining open public communication, organizing finances and funding, and preparing new opportunities for aspiring artists.
“There is no denying that it takes a large amount of work to run a community organization, especially after a significant transition of leadership,” Ward added. “The board is committed to and focused on the future and providing meaningful arts opportunities to members of our community.”
In the fall of 2025, several programs at the centre were paused as leadership roles transitioned. Since February, programming has begun to resume, with new classes and increased opportunities for public engagement on the horizon.
Updates are being posted to the centre’s Facebook page, and its website is expected to relaunch in the near future. All inquiries can be sent to info@greenacresartcentre.ca, where a board member will respond.
Upcoming classes include a three-session Clay Owl Class on May 11, 25 and 27, a dot art painting class on May 16, Rock Band evenings for adults and youth, and an eight-week dance session.
“Our priorities are to bring what the community is looking for and if possible, find the instructor and provide it,” Hancox said, noting the board is open to community requests and ideas for future programming.
GAAC is a non-profit organization that relies on grants as part of its operating budget. Additional funding comes from memberships, registration and rental fees, helping ensure the centre remains financially stable while continuing to seek out and apply for grants that align with its mandate.
Annual memberships provide access to member-exclusive programming and discounts not available to the general public. Those interested in becoming a member can email the centre for more information.
GAAC is also seeking volunteers to join its board of directors, particularly individuals with experience in grant writing and fundraising, as well as those committed to supporting the future of arts programming.
“We, as a board, want to look to the future. We hope that we can meet the expectations of the community and serve the arts long into the future,” Hancox added. “I was truly feeling very overwhelmed in February and at this point, I’m very happy to have the board we have. We are all committed to the future of the art centre and collectively providing arts programming to the community.”
Looking ahead, GAAC plans to relaunch its website as the main hub for program, contact and registration information. The organization will also continue to keep the community informed through Facebook, newsletters and its mailing list.
“We believe that our communities care about arts programming,” Ward said. “The feedback we’ve received has been great and people are looking forward to Green Acres providing arts to the community long into the future.”
