Thursday, November 14, 2024 by Averil Spence-Clarke | Uncategorized

Good morning:

Thank you all so much for your understanding and support during this challenging period in our family's life.

It has been a period of adjustment, lots of shared tears, laughter and family stories.

I know that it will be a while before we all return to "normal", but your continued help has been invaluable.

Pauline "Genny" Spence:

My Mom's "Celebration of Life" Service will be held on her birthday, Saturday, December 7th, 12:00 noon at Families First on Dougall Avenue.

Visitation from 11:00am - 12:00 pm.

We invite you to join family and friends in celebrating a long and eventful life.

In the tradition of an Irish Wake (our heritage), bring your biggest smiles and best stories. 

LESSONS:

Over the next few weeks, lessons will be somewhat hit and miss but I will try to return to a regular schedule as soon as possible.

Upcoming lesson schedule (please check online if you are not sure):

November 15th:   lessons resume, regularly scheduled lessons

November 16th:   regularly scheduled lessons

Week of November 17th - 22nd:   regularly scheduled lessons

November 23rd:  LESSONS CANCELLED - please check and book online makeup lesson if possible or speak with Mrs. A.

Week of November 24th - 30th:   regularly scheduled lessons

Week of December 1st - 5th:  regularly scheduled lessons

December 6th - 8th:  LESSONS CANCELLED - please check and book online makeup lesson if possible or speak with Mrs. A.

Regular schedule resumes until Christmas Holidays.

Lessons can always be changed online if conflicts arise.

As always, any questions or concerns, please feel free to give me a call or message me.

Sincerely

Mrs. A.

Monday, August 19, 2024 by Averil Spence-Clarke | Uncategorized

Greetings Everyone:

It’s hard to believe that it is almost the end of August – the summer feels as if it just started!!   Hope you have all had some time to enjoy the weather, attended some barbecues and swim parties and found time to RELAX and regenerate!

For those students who opted to continue lessons through the summer, thanks for your patience with my “changing schedule”.  It seemed as if every week had me calling someone to ask to make a change.  Your cheerful willingness to do so, sometimes on very short notice, has been very much appreciated.

The rest of August lessons can be booked online through the portal.  I will endeavour to post the available lesson times as soon as I know my schedule.  The portal will notify me once you have scheduled a lesson.  If you need to amend or cancel, you can also do that through the portal or give me a call.

FALL SEMESTER:

Fall semester will start on Tuesday, September 3^rd along with the start of the school semester.  As most of you are aware, my son Christopher will be arriving for a visit mid-September.  I am hoping you will be kind enough to allow me to book off a week (actual dates not yet confirmed) to visit with him. 😊

Lessons again can be booked through the portal.  If you cannot find a posted time that fits with your schedule, have any concerns or questions, please give me a call.

I will be updating this information closer to the start of the semester, but hope you find this helpful.

Wishing you all a “FABULOUS” rest of summer and a relaxed start to the new school year!!

Cheers, Mrs. A.

Friday, June 28, 2024 by Averil Spence-Clarke | Uncategorized

Hi Everyone:

First, Congratulations to all students on a successful school year!!  I am sure that you have all moved to the next level and will be looking forward to an exciting and challenging September.

HAPPY CANADA DAY!!  

If you are in town, I hope you get out to the parade and have some fun cheering on the participants and waving those Canadian flags and hats!!

Music Lessons: Re Lessons tomorrow, Saturday, June 29th:  

Most students are away this weekend, so ALL LESSONS ARE CANCELLED!!  Please enjoy the day.  Feel free to call and reschedule.

Summer Session:

Lessons over the summer are flexible and do not have to adhere to a fixed schedule.  Trips, parties, just plain lazy days will happen on short notice - please feel free to text or call and let me know that you will not be in attendance.

Scheduling:  Oftentimes, mornings and afternoons work well so that you have the rest of the day to enjoy.  Many want only the occasional lesson while others like to maintain a full roster.  Please feel free to structure as best suits you.  I will try to post available times on the calendar so that you can book easily but you can always just send me a text or call to arrange.

If you have any questions or concerns, you know the drill!! 

Take care and look forward to seeing you soon and hearing all about your FUN plans.  Please make sure that they include a little time each day with your favourite instrument(s) and maybe even a few "thoughts" of Mrs. A. ☺

Cheers

Mrs. A.