Newsletter Volume # 118 February 1st, 2023

See new local events featured below!
Markham Arts Council Latest
Call for Artists - Artists Unplugged

Are you looking for paid gigs? Season Six of our online music program Artist Unplugged is currently running and we are looking for musicians to collaborate with!

For more info send us a PM or email us at info@markhamartscouncil.com
Government Of Canada Supports Markham Arts Council Through The Tourism Relief Fund

MARKHAM, ON (January 2023) – Markham Arts Council (MAC) receives $100,000 from Central Counties Tourism (RTO6) through FedDev Ontario to attract visitors and support future growth. 
Local Live Events
Markham at the Movies Upcoming Events!
See award winning International and Canadian Film selections part of the TIFF 2022 premier at the Flato Markham Theatre! Plan a Tuesday evening out with friends and experience modern cinema.

2023 film dates:
  • February 28
  • March 28

All films Tuesday @ 7pm

Keep checking their website for
information on upcoming films.
or for inquiries, email:
Music of the Night: The Concert Tour

Saturday, March 18, 2023 | 7:30PM - Flato Markham Theater

Andrew Lloyd Webber's 75th Birthday, and his acclaim as the most successful musical theatre composer of all time, will be celebrated through his iconic music including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Sunset Blvd , and more!
Sara Angelucci: Undergrowth

January 21 to April 30, 2023 at the Varley art Gallery.

Sara Angelucci transforms found photographs and creates images exposing the cultural and historical conditions outside the image frame, bringing attention to the social forces that generate the language of photography. Undergrowth brings together several bodies of work produced over the last decade that examine the ways in which photographic practices have contributed to the divide between humans and nature. 
Soldering Workshop: Be My Valentine

Feb 11, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Glasstronomy Studios, 2600 John St., Unit 108, Markham

Spend the morning learning the secrets to sculpturing solder into design, framing, and other decorative embellishments. Participants will create one three-inch by five-inch bead and solder overlay beveled glass hanging. All project materials included. Fee: $75 + HST (includes all project materials)

Gift the art piece or the workshop to a loved one for Valentine’s Day!
Poetry Reading Project

Feb 19, 2 to 4 pm. At 158 Main St Unionville, Markham, ON L3R 2G9

Through the poetry reading project , we wanted to foster a sense of community and to belong among group members to create a positive and supportive environment.

Join our first FREE event gathering to read your or someone else's poetry.

We are creating an inclusive, diversity and non-judgmental space where everyone is accepted and welcomed.
Lunar Lanterns Of Indigenous Lights

Jan. 14 – Feb. 28, Varley Art Gallery Of Markham.

Check out different designs of lanterns by Indigenous Artists!
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