Meet the Artist: Kayla Stride
Date: Nov 20
2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
Where: Level 4 Art Gallery
Join Mi’kmaq artist Kayla Stride as they talk about their artistic practice and work featured in the exhibition Tekweywinen tel weljesultiek (Be With Us in Our Joy). Kayla will highlight how art, music and storytelling preserve and promote Indigenous culture.
This is a free event, but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709)757-8090.
About the artist:
Kayla Stride is a ceramic artist from the Miawpukek First Nation, known for their hand-carved plates and raku-fired pottery incorporating Mi’kmaq motifs and non-traditional materials. With a background in Fine Art (ceramics) from NSCAD and Visual Art from the College of the North Atlantic, Kayla blends contemporary techniques with cultural storytelling. They currently teach music and art in Miawpukek First Nation inspiring the next generation through art and cultural pride.
Kayla’s work is currently exhibited as part of Tekweywinen tel weljesultiek (Be With Us in Our Joy), a uniquely interactive and play-based experience that showcases the works of seven Indigenous artists based in Wabanaki – inviting you to explore their (and your) individual interpretations of joy.
Events & Programs
Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators.
You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!
10:30 am session is designed for youth in grades 3 - 6.
Click here to check out the afternoon session, designed for youth in grades 7 - 12!
All workshop materials included in the cost.
Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited. Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.
Spring Break LEGO® Fun at The Rooms!
Join us for an action-packed spring break from April 22–27, where kids 12 and under get FREE admission to a week of creativity, play, and LEGO® fun!
We’re thrilled to partner once again with Bricks & Minifigs St. John’s and NewfoundLUG to bring you an exciting LEGO® brick-building event.
What’s Happening?
Exhibition of Local Builds – Be amazed by stunning LEGO® creations crafted by talented local builders.
Activities taking place from 1 - 4 pm daily:
Builder Spotlight Station – Chat with LEGO® enthusiasts from NewfoundLUG and learn their best building tips!
Community Build – Help create a collaborative masterpiece! Each visitor gets a LEGO® brick to add to our growing display.
Button-Making Station – Design your own LEGO®-inspired button to take home.
Minifigure Search – Minifigures are hiding among the animals in the Connections Gallery—how many can you find?
Daily Themed LEGO® Builds (Level 3, Open Minds Area)
Each day brings a new creative challenge!
April 22 – Fabricating Foliage (Earth Day Special) – Build your favorite nature-inspired features of Newfoundland and Labrador.
April 23 – Beastly Builds – Bring creatures big and small to life! Get inspired by the Connections Gallery.
April 24 – Building Buildings – Design your dream museum or a cozy space that feels like home.
April 25 – This is How We Go – Create your favorite mode of transportation, from boats to snowmobiles!
April 26 – Think Outside the Brick – Get abstract! Experiment with patterns, shapes, and colors.
April 27 – Show Us What You’re Made Of – Build a LEGO® self-portrait that reflects your personality.
NEW! LEGO®-Themed Specialty Workshops
Don’t miss this fun-filled week of LEGO® creativity at The Rooms! We can’t wait to see what you build.
This year, we’re introducing special LEGO®-inspired stop-motion, drawing, and printmaking workshops. Check them out on our events calendar!
Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators.
You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!
2:00 pm session is designed for youth in grades 7 - 12.
Click here to check out the morning session, designed for youth in grades 3 - 6!
All workshop materials included in the cost.
Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited. Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.