May Edition

Volume 54 | May 5th, 2020

Happy Mother's Day

God could not be everywhere,

and therefore He made mothers. ~ Rudyard Kipling

Welcome to the Markham Arts Council's May Newsletter. This month we are celebrating the arts and diverse cultures in Markham, Canadian charities working to strengthen our communities during these difficult times, and mothers who are working hard everywhere.

Markham Arts Council's 2020 Virtual Arts and Cultural Heritage Celebrations are happening this week. Join us this week as we pay homage to the diverse and inclusive spirit of the City of Markham. This year the festivities include virtual visual arts exhibitions featuring work from the participants of Markham Art Council’s Visual Art for Seniors Program, online readings, fashion shows, music and dance performances, all by local artists to showcase the wealth of talent within the region.

Click here to access the event.

Watch part of our Virtual Seniors Visual Art Show below!

Giving Tuesday Now

Markham Arts Council Participates in #GivingTuesdayNow

In our ongoing partnership with 360 Kids for their Youthrive Program, Markham Arts Council is participating in the #GivingTuesdayNow initiative by supporting Youthrive's children and youth. We are providing children and youth with art supplies giving them the opportunity to engage in art therapy at home and providing items they need to participate in virtual art programming.

Today, Markham Arts Council would like to thank all of our volunteers and supporters for all of the work you do!

On May 5, 2020, people all around the world are coming together to strengthen communities by giving, inspired by the power of human connection . We encourage you to take a moment on this Giving Tuesday to donate to a charity in our community.

Mother's Day is this Sunday!

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate mothers and mother figures everywhere. While it might be difficult to share this day with your mother due to social distancing, here are 3 ideas to connect to your mom through the arts

Add a splash of colour to your mother's life, by planting in her garden!
Do a keepsake craft together, whether in person, or over video chat make something that you'll always remember.
Perform a cover of, or dance to your mother's favourite song.

If you're not ready to perform we are! Join us at our Arts and Cultural Heritage Celebration for special performances for mothers!

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