Tissue paper latern making

In this one day workshop we will focus our day on creating paper lanterns to celebrate the turning of the seasons as welcome in autumn.

Our Mini Makers will work on creating simple lanterns using tissue paper and glass jars in addition to other tissue paper based decorative crafts.

Our Classics will build their own lantern structure using bamboo sticks and tape. This will be skinned with tissue paper and decorated as they wish using more tissue paper cut outs. Students in this group will also receive a 1-on-1 soldering lesson to assemble a custom circuit board with a glowing LED which can be used to illuminate their lanterns.

DATE:

Monday, November 17, 2025.

AGES:

Mini Makers group: ages 5 - 6

Students currently enrolled in SK and Grade 1 are eligible for this program.

Classic Camp group: ages 7 - 13

Students currently enrolled in Grades 2-8 and up are eligible for this program.

TIME:

Camp runs 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Drop-off starts at 8:45 am, and pick up is until 4:30 pm.

EXTENDED CARE:

If you require additional child care outside of these times, we will offer before and after care for a small additional fee. AM care starts at 8:00 am and PM care runs until 5:30. 

LOCATION:

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Grand River Unitarian Congregation

299 Sydney St S, Kitchener, ON N2G 3V8

See our location page for more details and photos.

cost:

$99 + HST. All materials are included in our camp price.

WHAT TO BRING:

We will be taking two nutrition breaks during the day to eat and enjoy the outdoor play space, weather permitting.

Campers should come to camp with:

  • Water bottle

  • Nut-free lunch and snacks

  • Appropriate clothes and footwear for the weather each day. A spare set of indoor shoes is recommended in the fall/winter months.

  • Please wear clothing that can get stained. Some of our art activities can get messy!

  • Please DO NOT bring electronics (phones, tablets, gaming devices) to camp. If your child has one for emergency use it must be kept in their backpack and not used during camp time. We will not he held responsible for lost or damaged property.

Health and Safety Policy:

  • Please keep your child at home if they are experiencing symptoms of any communicable illness.

  • If your child has recently made a full recovery from an illness but is still experiencing a chronic cough, we ask that you inform us on the first day of camp so that we can make note of it.

  • We are taking proactive steps to prevent illnesses from spreading at camp. These include: active monitoring of camper and staff wellness, filtering our classroom air and regular hand washing.

  • We encourage best community care practices regarding COVID-19 and other airborne illnesses.

CANCELLATION POLICY :

If you need to cancel your registration please contact agnes@mindfulmakers.ca as soon as possible.

Upon cancellation the following penalties will apply:

  • anytime after registration and up to 30 days before your session start date: a full refund minus a $25 + HST admin fee will be issued.

  • 8 - 29 days before the session start date: a full refund minus $45 + HST admin fee will be issued.

  • Sorry, refunds cannot be issued within 7 days of your camp start date unless your spot can be filled from our waitlist.