Volume 72 | Feb 3, 2021
Black History Month
February is Black History Month in Canada. Let's celebrate and acknowledge the metamorphic work of Black Canadian artists. #blackhistorymonth #inclusivityindiversity #onecanada #thefutureisnow
Artist Unplugged - Deidrey Francois
Tune in on February 4 as we open to a soulful showcase of original hits by local artist Deidrey Francois. Francois is a versatile, soulful singer/songwriter and performer of many genres, singing with powerhouses like Jackie Richardson & Patti Austin. On Markham Arts Council's YouTube and Facebook Page. Thursdays 12.30 pm. Don't miss it!


Valentine Card Making
Visual Arts Workshop
Gift your loved ones with beautiful personalized hand-crafted cards made by you.

When: February 8, 2021
Time: 11 am to 12 noon
Where: Online via Zoom
Artist: Ruth Toy, well-loved local art instructor and member of Markham Arts Council and Markham Group of Artists

See Eventbrite listing for a detailed list of supplies.

Sign up on Eventbrite to secure your spot.
Healing Dance
February Sessions
The dates for our February sessions of Art for Seniors - Virtual Dance Workshops, are now out. The sessions will be led by renowned artist Munni Subhani.

What: Healing Dance Sessions
When: Tuesdays, February 9 and February 23, 2021
Time: 10.30 am to 11.00 am
Where: Online Via Zoom
Why: To improve muscle strength, balance, flexibility and mental wellness.

Register on Eventbrite to save your spot.

Heritage Walks
Markham Village Documentary
Our second documentary Heritage Walks - Markham Village is now streaming on YouTube.

Narrated by Dianne More, President, Markham Village Conservancy, the documentary takes us through the historical development of the present-day Markham Village.

Special thanks to Markham Museum, George Duncan, and Markham Village Music Festival for helping with the production of this documentary.
Artist Unplugged
Valentines Special
Markham Arts Council is back with yet another mini-series of Artist Unplugged - this time in celebration of love.

When: February 11, 12, and 13 2021 at 12.30 pm
Where: Markham Arts Council's Facebook Page and YouTube Channel
Artists: Sagen Pearse, John Pagnotta, and many more

Like and follow @artsinmarkham on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for regular updates and to catch up on past episodes.
Wallace Joyce Scholarship - Applications Are Open
Do you know a high school student in the York Region who will be pursuing post-secondary education in an art or design-related field of study in the fall? Each year, the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham awards one recipient with a $1000 scholarship to assist with their tuition and/or required educational materials. Applications close at midnight on March 31, 2021.
Markham Arts Council | 905-947-9054 | info@markhamartscouncil.com | www.markhamartscouncil.com