Welcome to Jonanco Hobby Workshop
Jonanco Hobby Workshop is a "hobby haven" tucked away, just south of Nanaimo serving Central Vancouver Island. It is an artisan non-profit workshop providing a friendly work environment, with access to work spaces, tools and expertise. Jonanco Hobby Workshop is a great place to combat isolation, meet new friends, learn new crafts, explore new hobbies, creativity and just have fun!
We would like to acknowledge that we are on the unceded and traditional lands
of the First Nations Bands that called this home since time immemorial.
We ask all participants to reflect and honour in their own way, the land on which they work and play.
We would love to have you join us.
The leaves are turning and the geese are heading south.
It must be time for Jonanco’s Fall Arts and Craft Market.
Saturday September 27th, 2025.
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Come out and enjoy the fruits of the gardens and workshops of amazing artisans and crafters.
Paintings! Jewellery! Books! Fabric crafts! Knit & Crochet garments!
Don’t forget the baked goods table! Yum! Cookies! Focaccia bread! Tarts! And more!
September 1st marks the beginning of a new membership year. Whether you are renewing your membership or becoming a new member, the registration forms for full membership and drop-in registration can be accessed here.
All members are welcome to use our well-equipped lapidary and woodworking shops, as well as a large area that accommodates fibre arts, quilting, jewellery making, painting, and other programs.
Our expertise is shared with seasoned crafters and newbies alike. We range in age from 19 to 99 and have many classes to accommodate most schedules with daytime, evening and weekend programs. Check our calendar for scheduled events and classes.
If you are interested in meeting new people, making crafty friends, exploring new creative possibilities or working on your own projects, contact us for more information.
We would love to have you join us.
“The day we stop creating is the day our minds begin to stagnate. Creation is life.”
Author unknown