PAL Stratford

11/03/2026

Our new Meditation class is now full, but there are still a few spots remaining for our Chair Yoga classes! This one-hour long class will take place the last Friday of each month at 10:30AM, beginning Friday November 27th.

If you would like to attend, please email us at [email protected].

These wellness classes at 101 Brunswick Street are led by long-time PAL supporter, volunteer, and former Chair, Linda Mackay. An actor in her early years, she re-trained and transitioned to a therapeutic role that led her to a 14 year career at the University of Waterloo and another 14 years in private practice in Stratford. Linda’s own yoga and meditation practices led her to trainings and certifications in Hatha Yoga, LifeForce Yoga, IREST/Yoga Nidra, Chair Yoga, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has been a supporter of PAL Stratford for many years and is delighted to offer this community accessible chair yoga and meditation.

10/28/2026

We’re thrilled to share that starting in November, Linda Mackay will be leading two new events at 101 Brunswick Street!

Chair Yoga
A one-hour long class, taking place the second Tuesday of each month at 10:30AM. The first class will take place Tuesday November 10th.

Meditation Class
A one-hour long class, taking place the last Friday of each month at 10:30AM. The first class will take place Friday November 27th.

Space is limited for these classes. If you would like to attend, please email [email protected].

There is no cost to attend, but any goodwill donations are gratefully accepted.

10/28/2026

Exciting news from the Stratford Lakeside Active Adults Association!

The City of Stratford and Stratford Active Adults are delighted to announce the grand opening of the Café Lounge at the Agriplex, 353 McCarthy Rd., on Tuesday, November 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come out, enjoy some beverages and desserts, and see the new space. We hope members will enjoy having a place to gather, share a conversation, play games with SLAAA friends, or simply spend some time on their own.

10/22/2026

Our fall Book Sale that took place this past Sunday was a huge success! We loved seeing so many members of our community out at 101 Brunswick, browsing the piles of books in search of their next great read and sharing lively conversation.

Altogether, our spring and fall Book Sales have raised nearly $1,500 in 2026 for PAL Stratford!

Initiatives like these, along with funds raised through memberships and donations, help advance our mission to provide safe affordable housing to qualifying senior Canadian professional artists and arts associates, while supporting the continuing enrichment of the creative spirit.

10/18/2026

We're here at 101 Brunswick Street today until 2PM! Come grab a couple books for $5 or fill a bag for just $20!

All proceeds go toward supporting PAL Stratford and our mission to provide safe affordable housing to qualifying senior Canadian professional artists and arts associates 🏡

10/07/2026

PAL is pleased to host a book launch and signing for Silvia Remkins, a resident of PAL and author of An Ayahuasca Odyssey: My Seven-Year Journey with Grandmother to Heal Depression.

Silvia will read from her recently released memoir about healing decades of depression with ayahuasca, a psychotropic medicine sacred to the Indigenous peoples of the Amazon. Silvia’s book tells the story of how she was repeatedly “called” by Grandmother, the guiding spirit of ayahuasca, to the rainforests of Peru to participate in ceremonies to heal spiritual malaise. After seven years and thirteen challenging ceremonies, Silvia finally had her demons purged.

📅 Date: Wednesday October 14
🕑 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM
📍 Location: 101 Brunswick Street

10/05/2026

Coffee & Donuts celebrates its 1 year anniversary this week!

For the past year, we’ve shared conversations and new connections over treats at 101 Brunswick Street, and we’d love for you to join us as we celebrate this special milestone and discuss the evolution of our community space.

📅 Date: Thursday October 8th
🕑 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM
📍 Location: 101 Brunswick Street

Come raise a cup with us during this morning of free coffee, delicious donuts, good company, and celebration. Whether you’ve been joining us since the beginning or this will be your first time, everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, meet someone new, and help us celebrate one wonderful year together!

09/17/2026

Chair Ian Deakin recently spoke with StratfordToday about the growing demand for affordable housing for professional artists and how PAL is working to meet that need by raising our profile, building community partnerships, and securing the resources needed to expand our impact.

To read the full article, click the link below!
https://www.stratfordtoday.ca/cares/news/stratford-arts-organization-is-opening-its-doors-and-looking-to-the-community-12754695?cb=1789061305&zlinkid=9658c73b-b8f5-472c-bf71-f71f7ccf24e7

08/17/2026

We're so excited to share this fabulous upcoming event! IN THE WORKS is an afternoon of play development with Kate Hennig, and a benefit in support of PAL Stratford.

Kate will read the emerging pages of a brand new play "The Ducking Chair" and then open up the room for guided discussion and dramaturgy.

📅 Date: Monday September 21st

🕑 Time: 4PM, doors open at 3:15 (90 minutes, no interval)

📍 Location: The Leonor - 21 George Street East, Stratford

Tea Included. 50% of ticket sales go to to PAL Stratford

Please click the link below to secure your ticket!
https://www.theleonor.com/calendar/in-the-works-with-kate-hennig-a-benefit-for-pla-stratford

08/10/2026

Our monthly community gathering is taking a summer break!

Keep an eye on our newsletters and on social media for the latest updates on when this program will resume.