MUSIC CITIES CONVENTION FEB 9-11 2022, ALBERTA, CANADA
Online'The first Canadian & 10th global edition of Music Cities Convention will be held in-person in the cities of Edmonton & Calgary, as well as virtually on 9-11th February 2022. The full speakers and schedule have been released, and the event will be exploring music's role in economic & social development in cities and places…
Life of a tree
Trees are all around us, but we can overlook the amazing things they do for us every day. Learn about the life cycle of trees and what features can help you decipher a tree’s identity. We will also introduce you to keystone and interesting species that you can find in your neighbourhood! This presentation is…
Soiree virtuelle francophone : À la découverte des œuvres de Margaux Williamson
McMichael 10365 Islington Avenue, KleinburgJeudi 10 février | 19 h EST La Soirée virtuelle francophone est une occasion unique de découvrir les peintures réunies dans l’exposition Margaux Williamson : Intérieurs. Animée par l’éducatrice chevronnée du McMichael Lisa Laurin, cette soirée en français fait toute la lumière sur la démarche de l’artiste. Les participant.e.s exploreront la notion d’espaces personnels et examineront de…
Online Oil Painting Studio with Judy Sherman
This virtual studio experience, led by artist Judy Sherman, will offer instruction to emerging artists on how they can create their own paintings. Sherman will guide participants through basic techniques, and explain how they can apply finishing touches to take their masterpieces to the next level. Through live demonstrations in oils, exercises in painting, and individual conversations…
Harnessing Allyship and Leadership
OnlineIn recognition of Black History Month, the Library and the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association are hosting a moderated panel discussion: Harnessing Allyship and Leadership Panel. Moderated by Kim Wheatley, the panel will explore allyship and leadership with three professionals who are actively doing the work to disrupt injustice and inequities. Registration required.
Webinar helps newcomers successfully settle in York Region
Are you, your friends, family or neighbours new to York Region? Do you need help finding programs and services to help you settle here? York Region’s Local Immigration Partnership presents "Opening Doors: Helping Newcomers Successfully Settle in York Region”, a FREE, virtual webinar to help new residents understand: · The different programs and services available in York Region to…
Film Fans Club – Point and Shoot
OnlineNewmarket Public Library’s new Film Fans Club is like a book club for movie buffs, people who love to discover new films and discuss them with others. We’re kicking things off with the acclaimed documentary Point And Shoot, about Matthew VanDyke’s 35,000-mile motorcycle trip through North Africa and the Middle East, a self-described ‘crash-course in…
Virtual Gallery Show – the colours of LOVE
Richmond Hill Group of Artists @ The Mill Pond Gallery 314 Mill Street, Richmond Hill, MTMarch/April Celebrating Valentines Day and the joy of spring, our talented RHGA members share with you this collection of their original artwork. Enjoy! All artists and artwork from this show will be featured on our Social Media platforms in the coming weeks. All art work is for sale and can be bought here, through our…
Film Fans Club – The Eagle Huntress
OnlineNewmarket Public Library’s new Film Fans Club is like a book club for movie buffs, people who love to discover new films and discuss them with others. In March watch the Sundance premiere documentary The Eagle Huntress. Set in Mongolia, the film follows Aisholpan, a 13-year-old girl, as she trains to become the first female…
Virtual Gallery Show – the colours of LOVE
Richmond Hill Group of Artists @ The Mill Pond Gallery 314 Mill Street, Richmond Hill, MTApril Celebrating Valentines Day and the joy of spring, our talented RHGA members share with you this collection of their original artwork. Enjoy! All artists and artwork from this show will be featured on our Social Media platforms in the coming weeks. All art work is for sale and can be bought here, through our…
An evening with author John Payton Foden
Newmarket Public Library 438 Park Ave, Newmarket, ONJoin Newmarket Public Library with John Payton Foden, corporate advocate, government lobbyist and author of novel Magenta. Magenta follows a journalist, Silva, as she and her team make their way deep into a city under siege, in order to recover the body of an award-winning filmmaker killed in war-torn Sarajevo. Foden's articles have appeared in…
Maytime Melodies
Get ready for an hour of fun, familiar tunes from Markham Concert Band. Calendar Girl? Beatles? We’ve got you covered. Seventy Six Trombones and Hey Look Me Over? Sure. And even some great melodies from Tchaikovsky and Mozart. We’ll be streaming from the Markham Bible Chapel, the same location as our popular and successful Christmas…
York Region Arts Council Stakeholder Information Session
Zoom OnlineYork Region Arts Council is kicking off 2023 with our Stakeholder Info Session (On-line) on Wednesday, January 18 at 4 p.m - 5 p.m. via ZOOM YRAC will share more information about our upcoming programs and initiatives including the 2nd Annual YR Arts Awards, our Local Pairings Program, and the next Artist Circle Event! The…