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Trillium Waldorf School hosts a series of open houses, information evenings and fundraising or community events throughout the year that are open to the wider community. These events help to inform the community about Waldorf Education which is often described by parents and friends alike as "one of the best kept secrets in education." Come visit our school and learn how Waldorf education helps foster the skills and flexibility children will need in the future, or simply visit for the personal experience!
Please refer to the Programs and Events Calendar below to plan your visit; the calendar is followed by some more detailed information on a variety of the events we offer. Please contact us if you would enjoy to be on our mailing list for electronic or hard copy mailing of events information. Please also feel free to book a personal appointment to tour the school at any time, and discuss our unique education with our Enrollment Coordinator, Connie Watson.
'Programs and Events' Calendar - 2009-2010
Please join us in our lovely programming and public events! The following programs and events are held at our school at 540 Victoria Road North, and involve no fees for participation, unless otherwise indicated.
| Friday December 18, and Saturday the 19th | 7PM FRI, 2PM SAT. | The Shepherd's Play |
To be held at Fourfold Farm Barn, #7682 4th Line Nichol Rd, Elora. Take Hwy 6 north from Guelph about 15 minutes; turn left on 4th Line Nichol Rd. |
| Monday January 4 (week of) | 9am to noon | Parent and Child Program - Winter term begins |
* Program info available on this site. Call to register. |
| Saturday January 16 | 10am - Noon | Open House - Early Childhood Programs |
Join us as we perform a puppet play for children and parents. |
| Wednesday January 27 | 9 - 10:30am | 'Walk Through the Grades' Tour |
* Call to register. Tour begins promptly. |
| Tuesday February 2 | 7 - 8:30pm | Kindergarten Open House & Information Night |
* Call to register. |
Saturday February 20
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7 - 11pm | Auction Soiree |
Bid online Feb 6-20 Enjoy the Soiree at TWS the 20th |
| Saturday February 27 | 10am to noon | Open House - Early Childhood and Grade School |
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| Wednesday March 3 | 9 - 10:30am | 'Walk Through the Grades' Tour |
* Call to register. Tour begins immediately at 9am. |
| Wednesday March 3 | 7 - 9 pm | Grade School Curriculum Overview |
* Call to register. |
Monday March 22 (week of) |
9am to noon | Parent and Child Program - Spring term begins |
* More info available on this site |
| Saturday April 10 | 10am - Noon | Open House - Early Childhood and Grade School |
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| Friday April 30th & Saturday May 1st | TBD | ‘Simplicity Parenting’ Lecture and Workshop with Kim John Payne M.E.D. | Venue and ticket details to be posted soon. |
| Saturday May 8 | 11am to 3pm | Our Spring Fair! |
* Nominal fees charged for a variety of activities, crafts, entertainment, and refreshments. |
| Wednesday May 12 | 9 - 10:30am | 'Walk Through the Grades' Tour |
* Call to register. Tour begins immediately at 9am. |
| Saturday June 19 | 2 - 8pm | Wallypalooza! Annual Festival of Music and Entertainment |
* Pay what you can. |
Kindergarten Information Nights
Explore our Kindergarten classrooms, speak with our early childhood teachers and enrollment staff, and enjoy a hands-on experience demonstrating a unique element of our Waldorf kindergarten program. Pick up an information package and peruse other enlightnening materials.
Open Houses - Early Childhood Programs and Grade School
Trillium Waldorf School hosts a number of Open Houses every year to give prospective parents the opportunity to meet members of our dedicated and inspiring Faculty, view our students' academic, artistic and practical work, and tour our beautiful school and classrooms. Come encounter the inspired approach of Waldorf education.
For Early Childhood Programs Open House Only -* For parents with young children, experience the richness of a seasonal story told in the oral tradition, accompanied by simple handmade figures and props made of natural materials. This tableau-style puppet play visually and aurally demonstrates one unique and inspiring feature of Waldorf early childhood programs. Begins at approximately 10:30 am.
Our Annual Fall and Spring Fairs!
Our fall and spring fairs offer a rare opportunity to explore our school, experience our community in action, take part in creative and fun-filled activities, learn about Waldorf Education, and enjoy some simple refreshments. For the younger children, the Kindergarten Faculty present beautiful and imaginative puppet plays. Crafts for children range from projects suitable for smaller hands to more challenging ones for children aged 10 to 14. Visit Celebrating Sophia (our school store) for an array of natural toys, crystals, unique books, and arts supplies.
'Walk Through the Grades' Tours
Throughout the year we also offer occasional opportunities to enter selected grade school classrooms while teaching and learning are in progress. This access is offered to groups on publicized dates only. Witness some distinct elements of a typical Waldorf 'main lesson', and hear about other elements of the curriculum. Note: Adults only please. No children, although babes in arms are permitted.
Lectures
Throughout the year the school hosts speaking engagements presented by visiting experts in Waldorf education, for the benefit of the faculty and parents. These illuminating engagements are open to the general public as well, and will be listed on the Special Events page as details become finalized.
Annual Silent Auction
Come join the Trillium Waldorf School for its annual Silent Auction! NEW! Join in the bidding ONLINE. This event promises to be a fun-filled evening of dining, dancing, socializing, and of course, fundraising, for adult family, friends, and neighbours. You'll have a chance to purchase some great items while supporting the Trillium Waldorf School and its 'Accessible to All' Tuition Program.
The Silent Auction is full of unique items - many of which are one-of-a-kind pieces of art donated by local artisans! Enjoy a scrumptious buffet served by Holiday Inn.
To make a donation, purchase tickets, or advertise, contact the school.
Community Outreach
Each year, the Trillium Waldorf School participates in local education fairs and hosts information tables throughout the community. Watch for us at the Guelph Market, The Teddy Bear Picnic, La Leche League's Toy Sale, and more! Call us to find out where we might show up next.