Think globally, buy locally

Volume 61 | August 14th, 2020

The pandemic has shown us how important it is to stay together and support our local businesses. Artists are no different. Many of them have time and again, through their artwork, shown their dedication and passion towards making the local community a better and more meaningful place to live. As the pandemic continues to dictate our lives for the foreseeable future, its time we showcase our support for our local artists by buying and sharing their artwork. #wereinthistogether #togetherwewin

Call for Artists

Markham Arts Council is calling all local artists to submit work interest for designing award giveaways for the 2020 Markham Performing Arts Awards

What: Designing Awards for the following categories: Theatre Ambassador, Community Group of the Year, Professional Artist of the Year, Partner of the Year

When: Expressions of Interest need to be sent by midnight August 16, 2020

Where: Please send examples of your work including your website to [email protected]

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Art for Seniors - Golden Steps

As part of our ongoing Art for Seniors - Performing Art series Markham Arts Council is hosting:

What: A Virtual Golden Steps Dance Workshop

Where: Online on Markham Arts Council's Facebook Page.

When: The free sessions will be held every Thursday between 10.15 am and 11.00 am. Next sessions on Thursday, August 20th and August 27th.

The dance workshops are designed to help with muscle strength, balance, flexibility and to boost mental health. Register on Eventbrite to participate.

Show us your COVID Day

Markham Arts Council is participating in a GTA wide online photo series project that showcases the experiences of the residents during this unprecedented time. The My Photo, My Day project aims to capture and document the diverse individual experiences of the current situation through an online exhibit. To participate simply tag both @artsinmarkham and @myphotomydaycovid to your uploaded photos on Instagram.

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The Markham Public Art Program and ART+PUBLIC UnLtd are asking for your input into the design of Becoming Public Art, a free, online summit featuring international and local speakers. This event will offer practical insights into Public Art with reference to specific case studies. To participate in the survey and share your views, click the button below:

Becoming Public Art: Program Design Survey

Markham Arts Council | 905-947-9054 | [email protected] | www.markhamartscouncil.com