Newsletter Volume # 100 - May 2, 2022 |
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Welcome May!
Take action, work hard and enjoy every day.
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Join us for your chance to meet the MAC Board of Directors. Hear the Annual Report, accomplishments, and challenges operating during these unprecedented times.
Please RSVP by May 24th, 2022 to receive detailed instructions on how to join the Zoom Meeting.
For further information please feel free to reach out to us at info@markhamartscouncil.com
Thank you and we hope to see you at the AGM
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Meet the Artist
Mark Anthanasiadis
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By Ella Wen
Mark Anthanasiadis is a local drummer, teacher, and member of the Markham Arts Council (MAC). Growing up in a melodic household, he was exposed to many musical influences. He began his musical journey by trying out some of his childhood friends’ drum sets and soon wanted to get one of his own which his mother gifted to him in Grade 6.
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Artist Spotlight -Seeking Artists |
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Have you seen the latest visual art features on our social media channels? Coming up soon: local painters, ceramic artists, cartoon artists, and more!
Sign up to be featured on our social media by becoming a member of the MAC today!
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Artist Unplugged Thanks Artists! |
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Season 5 of Artist Unplugged has officially ended!
A big thank you to all artists who attended and all audiences who joined us!
If you missed any of the episodes, you can still watch them on our YouTube Channel. Go check them out!
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Virtual events to bookmark in your calendar. Don't Miss Them! |
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SUNDAYS from May 8th - June 19th
10:30 am-12:30 pm
Join the Happy Knitting Group in Knitting on Sunday afternoons. They are a lively international group who consider each other, show knitting techniques, offer tips etc..
Note: You must know how to knit, this is a virtual event through zoom
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Community Art Therapy for Adults! |
May 5, 2022
1-2pm or 8-9pm
In a supportive atmosphere dive into the creative process in a mindful way that encourages reflection and personal growth ONLINE. The activity will always be flexible to accommodate various materials.
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Some previous themes explored: Symbolism, Somatic Art, Art as Meditation, Creative Self Care, Storytelling, Creating Connection, Mindfulness, Unmasking etc... |
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Nature Craft - online creative workshops for well-being |
May 3, 2022
May 10, 2022
May 17, 2022
2:30-3:30pm
Follow simple instructions to make a nature-inspired craft / artwork using natural objects that you have collected with Kathryn Parsons, mixed media artist & nature-lover.
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These workshops are live via Zoom. It's for adults only, and it’s a small group so we can easily chat about what we're doing. |
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Sunflower Project Art Show Fundraiser for Ukraine |
The Sunflower Project is a virtual fundraising art show and sale to aid those suffering due to the war in Ukraine.
When you view these heartfelt and meaningful works of art, click on each painting to learn more about it and how to contact the artist to purchase. Consider supporting this effort to help those in need while acquiring a beautiful work of art for your collection.
All entry fees, donations, and sales will be donated to benefit the Ukrainian refugees.
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Local events to bookmark in your calendar. Don't Miss Them! |
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June 4, 2022
9 am to 6 pm
Main St, Unionville
Unique shops, tempting cafes and restaurants, trails, Varley Art Gallery, and more! Unionville Festival is back Saturday, June 4th – watch the website and @mainstreetunionville on Instagram for updates!
Follow them on Instagram: @mainstunionville.
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Markham Village Music Festival 2022 is back in-person |
June 17 - Friday evening
June 18 - All Day Saturday
Main Street Markham (Hwy 7 north to Bullock) will be closed to traffic.
Festival will feature 4 stages of entertainment, craft and food vendors, a Kid's Zone, and much more.
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Festival Weekend - May 6, 7 and 8
Online and Around the World
Jane's Walk is an annual festival of free community-led walking conversations inspired by Jane Jacobs.
Through these walks, people are able to tell their community stories, explore their cities and connect with their neighbours.
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Abbamania Tribute, Live in Markham |
Saturday, May 14, 2022, 7.30 pm The People's Theatre for Performing Arts, Markham
ABBAMANIA TRIBUTE brings the spirits of the 70s back to life. With all the uplifting, dance-inducing, and sometimes heart-breaking songs from the Swedish supergroup live with fantastic costumes and performances. Don’t miss this exhilarating recreation of ABBA’s last ever concert, presented by Lite 88.5.
USE DISCOUNT CODE LITE10 to get 10% off. Exclusive to MAC Members and subscribers
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Free Healing Dance Workshops |
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OUR HEALING DANCE SESSIONS TO CONTINUE UNTIL MARCH 2023!
Our very popular and highly beneficial Healing Dance workshops for Seniors will now be offered weekly for 45 minutes, until March 2023. Thanks to the support we received from the Federal Government of Canada's New Horizon's Seniors Program. The amazing Munni Subhani will continue to lead our free Healing Dance workshops for seniors! Click the button below to sign up for sessions.
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Markham Arts Council now has a brand new account on Patreon! Click the link below to check out our brand new Patreon Page.
For just $2 a month you can become an Official Patron with access to exclusive updates, a thriving chat community and ad-free content including wonderful local arts performances. Also check out behind-the-scenes content, a master list of Arts support services, shout-outs, live Q&As and much more! Sign up below
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School of Rock is now hiring |
School of Rock Markham is growing and looking to hire former or currently working musicians for music instructor positions. We are also looking for an ECE with a music background. These positions are permanent part-time for evenings and weekends.
We teach vocals, keyboard, drums, guitar, and bass guitar.
Multi-Instrumentalists are a plus!
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