Balanced Life Wellness Centre

Writer's Assembly (Jan 18th, 2026)
2026-01-18 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto) | Balanced Life Wellness Centre, 114 Talbot St. South, Essex, Ontario, N8M 1B2, Canada
Writer’s Assembly
Blank Page, Bold Start!
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Erika Ruskin
Date/Time: Sunday January 18th, 2026 / 1:00-2:30pm
Cost: $25/person (sign up & pay by January 12th)
Description: Cultivating creative projects: new and old! Begin the year with inspiring writing prompts and achievable goals. This workshop is for emerging and established writers.
To register and pay, please email: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com

Women's Healing Circle (Jan 25th, 2026)
2026-01-25 09:30 - 12:00
Empower: Women’s Healing Circle
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Michelle Weglarz
Date/Time: Sunday, January 25th, 2026 from 9:30am-12:00pm
Capacity: 8-10 guests
Description: A supportive and nurturing space where women come together to reconnect with themselves and support each other. Through guided practices, including journalling, mediation, reflection, and other therapeutic activities, participants are invited to release what no longer serves them and embrace strength and inner peace. Our circle is open to anyone who identifies as a woman, ages 16 and up.
Cost: $50 – subsidy available to those who need it. May be covered by some benefit plans.
Pre-registration is required: michelleweglarz@hotmail.com

Lounge Night (Feb 6th, 2026)
2026-02-06 18:00 - 21:00
Lounge Night
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Michelle Weglarz & Janet Ellis & Laura Stainer
Date/Time: Friday Feb 6th, 2026 from 6:00-9:00pm
Capacity: 12 guests
Description: Join us for an evening of relaxation and quiet music. Sip a tea, and take time for you. Read, rest, relax, colour, bring crafts, stretch, and do whatever you enjoy doing during a quiet evening.
For an additional fee we are offering Gua Sha Facials, Scalp Massages, and Aromatherapy services.
Cost: sliding scale of $15-$30 plus a donation of a period product for Period Promise

Pre-registration is required: michelleweglarz@hotmail.com

Community Care Collective (Feb 22nd, 2026)
2026-02-22 11:00 - 12:00
Community Care Collective
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Michelle Weglarz
Date/Time: upcoming free events: Sunday, Jan 11th, Feb 22nd, Mar 29th, Apr 12th, May 24th, 2026 from 11:00-12:00pm
Capacity: 8-10 guests
Description: There has been far too much hate in our lives, in our community and in our world. But we will not give in to hate. We will stand strong and gather in support of love and peace. You are invited to be part of these FREE events at Balanced Life Wellness Centre in Essex (please pass it on to anyone who might be interested). These events are meant for women, and supporters of women, who want conversations about how to have less hate and more love and peace in our lives.
Please join us for an informal afternoon as we listen to music, drink tea, write, make art, and talk about how we can bring more love and peace to our lives, our community, and our world. We have lots of art supplies and tea, but feel free to bring your own too.

We will also be collecting donations for our local Food Banks, please bring non-perishable food items so we can stock the shelves for those in need.

This event is FREE, but space is limited, so registration is required.
Pre-registration is required: michelleweglarz@hotmail.com

Writer's Assembly (Feb 22nd, 2026)
2026-02-22 13:00 - 14:30
Writer’s Assembly
Hybrid Publishing
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: David Garlick
Date/Time: Sunday February 22nd, 2026 / 1:00-2:30pm
Cost: $25/person (sign up & pay by February 16th)
Description: What is hybrid publishing? Discover this path for publishing – how it works, why it works, and if it’s right for you. This workshop is for emerging and established writers.
To register and pay, please email: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com

Community Care Collective (Mar 29th, 2026)
2026-03-29 11:00 - 12:00

Writer's Assembly (Mar 29th, 2026)
2026-03-29 13:00 - 15:00
Writer’s Assembly
Writing & Body Flow
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Sharon Singh
Date/Time: Sunday March 29th, 2026 / 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $30/person (sign up & pay by March 23rd)
Description: Discover the important connection between the nervous system and creativity in the body. Also learn about hypnotherapy and meditation as tools to strengthen your writing. This workshop is for emerging and established writers.
To register and pay, please email: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com

Community Care Collective (Apr 12th, 2026)
2026-04-12 11:00 - 12:00

Writer's Assembly (Apr 19th, 2026)
2026-04-19 13:00 - 15:00
Writer’s Assembly
Poetic Hues: Colour & Creativity
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Cassandra Caverhill
Date/Time: Sunday April 19th, 2026 / 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $35/person (sign up & pay by April 13th)
Description: In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the psychological and metaphorical impacts of colour, and generate new work in response to inspiring prompts. Dress in your favourite colours! This workshop is for emerging and established writers.
To register and pay, please email: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com

Community Care Collective (May 24th, 2026)
2026-05-24 11:00 - 12:00

Writer's Assembly (May 24th, 2026)
2026-05-24 13:00 - 15:00
Writer’s Assembly
The Poetry & Passion of Flowers
Hosted by: Balanced Life Wellness Centre
With: Vanessa Shields
Date/Time: Sunday May 24th, 2026 / 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $40/person – includes fresh flowers (sign up & pay by May 18th)
Description: Beginning with appreciation of poetry about flowers, and using real flowers as inspiration, we’ll write passionate flower poetry and create beautiful visual art. If you love poetry and flowers – this workshop is for you! This workshop is for emerging and established writers.
To register and pay, please email: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com
