The BOLDsparks - Lifelong Learning Program ignites a meaningful connection between mature adults living within the aged care community, and arts and culture. Through the BOLDsparks program participants from aged care services explore their creative potential through hands-on art activities and thoughtful artistic discussion in a safe, accessible cultural facility.

The program consists of unique two-hour workshops tailored to respond directly to the current exhibitions at the NRCG. Participants engage with the arts, culture and memory, higher-order cognitive thinking, reinforce fine motor skills and enjoy an opportunity for social interaction through the arts and a morning tea.  

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
All mature adults living in an aged care facility within the Ballina Shire are eligible to participate in the BOLDsparks - Lifelong Learning Program. The Gallery is an accessible facility and welcomes participants of varying physical, intellectual and sensory capacities. All participants must be accompanied by their Carers for the duration of the workshop.

HOW TO REGISTER?
Complete a Program Registration Form indicating the names of the registered participants and return directly to Lee Mathers, the Gallery Coordinator at least two (2) weeks prior to the workshop. Please indicate on the Program Registration Form which workshop(s) each participant will be attending. Workshop materials and morning tea will only be provided for registered participants. Download a BOLDsparks Program Schedule.

For aged care facilities who would like more information, please contact the Gallery Coordinator by phone on 02 6681 6167 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

This project was supported by The NSW Government through Create NSW; and Create NSW's Country Arts Support Program, a devolved funding program administered by Regional Arts NSW and local Regional Arts Development Organisations on behalf of the NSW Government.