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Get your tickets to The Screen Media Makers Industry Summit: Making it in film, television, and streaming! 🎥
Join us for The Screen Media Makers Industry Summit on March 18, 10 AM - 5 PM at Rogers Theatre in the Living Arts Centre! This is a full-day event of in-person conversations, interactive simulations, and networking to help emerging screen-based storytellers get their stories made and seen. Tickets are $17 and cover the cost of lunch. Learn more.
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🖼 Exhibitions
FEATURED
- Manu Mrityunjay Solo Exhibition presented by Studio M Gallery | January 3 - March 28
📍Studio M Gallery
Studio M invites you to view Manu Mrityunjay's solo exhibition on now in the gallery till March 28. Manu Mrityunjay is a multidisciplinary artist engaged with spaces both within and at the intersections of text, sound and image.
Click here to learn more.
- Why do you create? presented by Visual Arts Mississauga | January 9 - June 30
📍Online
Visual Arts Mississauga's Why do you create? Juried Exhibition gave artists an opportunity to consider how they create and what brings meaning to their art-making practice. View this new exhibition featuring over 50 selected works online January 9 - June 30.
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- The Ones We Met: Inuit Traditional Knowledge and the Franklin Expedition | January 19 - April 16
📍Bradley Museum
Experience The Ones We Met: Inuit Traditional Knowledge and the Franklin Expedition, developed by the Canadian Museum of History, in collaboration with the Inuit Heritage Trust, is an exhibition exploring the historic Franklin Expedition through the lens of Inuit traditional knowledge. On now till April 16 at Bradley Museum.
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- "Spirit of the Eye" Meena Chopra solo exhibition presented by Arts on the Credit | February 1 - 28
📍Online
You are invited to the online exhibition of "Spirit of the Eye" by Meena Chorpra, available now for viewing in the virtual Arts on the Credit Gallery. Meena Chopra is an internationally renowned award-winning fine artist and poet. For this exhibit, Meena is showing digital paintings.
Click here to view the exhibition.
- Over Hill and Dale | February 1 - 28, Meet 'n Greet February 22
📍Heather’s Bakery Café
Experience Over Hill and Dale at Heather's Bakery Café! Artists Karen Brown, Kayla Jackson and Connie Munson will be hanging an eclectic mix of acrylic, oil, pastels, photography, and mixed media work at Heather’s Bakery Café. Hanging in the café from February 1-28. Join them for a final Meet 'n Greet event on February 22 from 11 AM - 3:00 PM with photographer-artist Connie Munson.
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- Now Streaming presented by Visual Arts Mississauga's Creative Residency | February 6 - 24, at VAM Gallery and online, February 10 - 12 at White Studio Gallery
📍Visual Arts Mississauga and Online
Co-curated by VAM’s Creative Residents, Now Streaming showcases artists ages 18-29 years old from the GTHA. The youth-led exhibition supports emerging artists working in experimental processes using a combination of traditional and new media. On display at Visual Arts Mississauga from February 6 - 24 and online. On display at White Studio Gallery from February 10 - 12.
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- The Further Apart It Seems presented by Art Gallery of Mississauga and Contemporary Calgary, the University of Waterloo Art Gallery | February 7 - April 9
📍Art Gallery of Mississauga
In The Further Apart Things Seems presented by Art Gallery of Mississauga and Contemporary Calgary, the University of Waterloo Art Gallery, artists follow distinct paths that invent strategies of resistance, often pushing against logic to explore areas of connection between things that might initially appear unrelated or in opposition. The exhibition runs from February 7 - April 9.
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- Charity Art Show and Sale - Laura Beaton | March 25
📍Kingsway-Lambton United Church
Join Laura Beaton on March 25, 10 AM - 4 PM for a Charity Art Show and Sale at Kingsway-Lambton United Church. She will be exhibiting a number of her Chinese Brush Painting/Sumi-e artworks. Admission is $10. Drop by and say hello!
Click here to learn more.
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🎨 Creative Activities
FEATURED
- Virtual Art Hive | February 22
📍Zoom
Join artist and facilitator and Cynthia Morin to explore online art-making while working on your own projects in the company of other artists in the comfort of your own home! Taking place February 22, 2 PM - 4 PM over Zoom.
Click here to learn more and register.
- Art Night Out - VAM | March 3
📍Visual Arts Mississauga
Plan a fun, creative and social activity to end your work week! Art Night Out offers an opportunity to meet new people, make art, and enjoy a performance from a local Amphitheatre All-Star performer from the Amphitheatre Unplugged Open Mic Series (run by Mississauga Arts Council and Mississauga Celebration Square). Join them Papercut Plants on March 3 with a performance from Nissar Kumar!
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- Latin Arts and Crafts for Kids presented by HCACA | March 4
📍Mississauga Valley Community Centre
Join Carla Casanova for Latin Arts and Crafts for Kids with the Hispanic Canadian Arts & Cultural Association. This is a perfect creative activity to bond with families and kids in your community! All workshops include materials and are FREE to the public. Taking place at noon on March 4.
Click here to learn more and register.
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👥 Community Event
- Celebrating Black Excellence Event presented by City of Mississauga | February 24
📍Mississauga City Hall
Join in for an evening to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of Mississauga's Black Community. The celebration will involve musical guests, keynote speakers and an awards ceremony.
Click here to learn more.
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👚 Fashion
- UNMASKED presented by Fashion Circuit Series | February 25
📍Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB)
Fashion Circuit Series presents their annual showcase UNMASKED on February 25, 2023, at the Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB) starting with a red carpet at 6 PM. This is a curated evening of Fashion, Art and a special edition of Design & Dialogue that features speakers chatting about their mental health advocacy.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
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🎶 Music
FEATURED
- Jazz at the Legion | February 26
📍Port Credit Legion
Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble's home stand at the Port Credit Legion continues! Join them on February 26, 2-4 PM for this pay-what-you-can event. Enjoy cheap drinks, and a great view of the band performing LIVE jazz hits. This month, two singers: Dionne Grant and Gerry Cabling will be joining the Big Band. Contact Rob at (905) 270-4757 for more information.
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- Open Stage Series hosted by Matt Zaddy presented by Headway Music | March 10
📍The Rec Room
Enjoy a night full of local musical acts at the Open Stage Series hosted by Matt Zaddy, presented by Headway Music at The Rec Room on March 10, 9 PM! Want to perform? They are looking for all musical acts: solo, duo, and bands - backline is provided! Email info@mattzaddy.com to apply or for more information. Applications close February 22!
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- Tennyson King at LAC | March 11
📍Living Arts Centre
Get your tickets for Tennyson King at Living Arts Centre. The international touring act, Tennyson King, is rapidly gathering fans all over the world. Born in Hong Kong, raised in Canada, this nomadic musician brings a jovial personality to the stage. Rock and roll infused with earthy roots and blues subtly laced in psychedelic ear candy. Taking place March 11, 8 PM.
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- Celtic Roots: A Celebration of Irish & Celtic Music | March 17
📍Living Arts Centre
Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day and sing a long to classic Irish music including songs by the Dubliners, Celtic Women, the Irish Rovers, the Chieftains and more! This show brings so much joy and community spirit to the people of Mississauga. The concert will showcase River North along with celebrated artists including fiddler Brigit O'Regan, with Percussionist/Bodhrán Player Jacob McCauley. Taking place March 17 at the Living Arts Centre, 7:30 PM.
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- Mississauga Music Mixers - Country Edition presented by Mississauga Music | March 24
📍Rec Room Square One
Get your tickets to Mississauga Music Mixers - Country Edition! Taking place on March 24, 7 PM at Rec Room Square One. Funded by Ontario Trillium Foundation & in partnership with The Rec Room Square One, this live industry showcase & concert features multiple-time Mississauga Music Award winners Elyse Saunders & Alessia Cohle. Also on the bill, up & coming country trio New Moon Junction.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
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📚 Literary
FEATURED
- Poetic Voices with Nadine Williams presented by Art Gallery of Mississauga | February 26
📍Art Gallery of Mississauga
Award-winning poet Nadine Williams will be sharing her poetry in an intimate setting at the Art Gallery of Mississauga on February 26, 3 PM. Join them for this inaugural poetry series and enjoy Nadine's poetic voice. AGM invites guests to arrive early to visit their exhibition “The Further Apart Things Seem” and enjoy some light refreshments.
Click here to register.
- Mississauga Library - Author Talks | Various dates and times, next event March 22
📍Online
Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series features a wide range of talented writers. Hear authors read from their books, ask questions, learn about the writing process, and find out more about their craft of telling captivating stories. Don't miss their next event on March, 7 PM with Tsering Yangzom!
Click here to learn more and view the authors featured.
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🎭 Theatre
FEATURED
- Hunchback of Notre Dame - Encore Series- presented by City Centre Musical Productions | March 3 - 12
📍Meadowvale Theatre
Enjoy the magic of theatre at Hunchback of Notre Dame presented by City Centre Musical Productions as part of the Encore Series running from March 3-21! The fourth of five classic Broadway hits as a part of this stellar series! Encore is the most successful community theatre series in Canada, presenting fully mounted musicals with local actors, singers and dancers performing with an orchestra.
Click here to learn more and get your tickets.
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🎨 Professional Development
FEATURED
- TD Culture Lab - Public Art: Ask Me Anything Panel | March 7
📍Zoom
What is public art and how can you get involved? What types of art are clients looking for and paying to install for public use? Join MAC’s own Jacqueline Mak with guests Philippa French (City of Mississauga), Kyla Radoja (Artscape) and Mississauga visual artist Soon Cho for an introduction and roundtable discussion on Public Art. Bring your questions and curiosity to this overview and discussion about the benefits and opportunities for visual artists to get involved in the world of public art. Taking place March 7, 7 PM over Zoom.
Click here to learn more and register.
- TD Culture Lab - Get Funded: Grant Writing for Success | February 28
📍Zoom
Grant Deadlines might be looming, but writing your next application doesn’t have to be stressful! Join Rohit Mehta, Founder and President of DoGood Fundraising as he demystifies the grant application process and provides helpful tips and tricks to writing a great project description, putting together a great budget, and overall strategies for a great application that will appeal to peer assessment reviewers. Taking place February 28, 7 PM over Zoom.
Click here to learn more and register.
- TD Culture Lab - Making Radio Waves: Intro to Podcasting | March 14
📍Zoom
Ever say to yourself “This would be a great podcast topic!” or keep telling your friend “We should totally have a podcast!” Then this webinar may be the jumpstart you need to bring those very valid statements to life! Reach new audiences and engage a wider community through a new medium - podcasting! Join Kevy Oh, as he takes you through a 101 on how to make your very own podcast show! From getting the right budget friendly equipment to navigating guest interviews - Kevy has got you covered. Taking place March 14, 7 PM over Zoom.
Click here to learn more and register.
- TD Culture Lab - Protecting your Music: Copyright Basics | March 21
📍Zoom
Did you know that you can get paid by SOCAN everytime you perform one of your own songs? If a TV show calls up and wants to use your song, do you know what your rights are and how to protect your music? Join Melissa Johnston (Metalworks Institute) and MAC as we explore music copyright and how it affects musicians. Learn the basics of copyright law, organizations and definitions to make sure that your music is protected, and you get paid plays of your songs. Taking place March 21, 7 PM over Zoom.
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🎟 Festival
- Puppet Festival presented by Crane Creations | March 8 - 15
📍Various locations
Treat your family to quality theatre at the Puppet Festival Mississauga this March Break (March 8 - 15) presented by Crane Creations! These live puppet shows are specifically curated for family audiences in Mississauga. The Puppet Festival presents live theatre that encourages children to be curious about the world around them.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
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🎬 Film
FEATURED
- The Screen Media Makers Industry Summit: Making it in film, television and streaming | March 18
📍Rogers Theatre - Living Arts Centre
Join us for The Screen Media Makers Industry Summit: Making it in film, television, and streaming on March 18, 10 AM - 5 PM at Rogers Theatre in the Living Arts Centre for a full-day event of in-person conversations, interactive simulations, and networking to help emerging screen-based storytellers get their stories made and seen. Tickets are $17 and cover the cost of lunch.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
- Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival (MISAFF) | March 23 - 26
📍Cineplex Mississauga
Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival (MISAFF) returns for the 9th edition with outstanding films from all over the world! Get your passes now and save! Use code MISAFF23Earlybird for 20% off.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
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