Newsletter Volume # 108 - September 1st, 2022 |
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Check out new call for artist opportunities curated for you!
Plus, find out more about the upcoming Open Streets event, Sept 4th & 5th, at Middlefield Rd. and Golden Ave.
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Artist of the Month - John Loree |
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By Nina Zhuang
John Loree, lead vocalist and guitarist of Pulse In Tempo, likens the process of making music to mead-making.
The initial writing and compositional stage, which he refers to as the fermenting, is about establishing a stable base. The second step incorporates new ideas and flavours from improvisation. And after the mead is infused and has stabilized, the final refinement stage takes place to create the final product. “The process is very organic,” he remarks.
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Grants for Artists and Photographers |
Innovate Grant awards (2) $550.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (4) honorable mentions (2 in art and 2 in photo), will be featured and recognized on their website, to join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. |
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Kira Art Gallery - Online International Gallery - Watercolour Contest |
Winners will get a monetary award, a certificate, international recognition, and exposure on our gallery’s social media platforms, art blogs, and forums. The competition winners will also have the opportunity to be chosen for the annual contest as well as the gallery’s art album. There is a $30 US administrative fee per three artworks. You may enter this competition more than once. Due September 15th. |
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97th Annual Open Water International Juried Online Exhibition |
You have 5 weeks remaining to enter your transparent watercolour into our Open Water 97th Exhibition.
The Call For Entry info is available on our CSPWC website and closes on September 9th at Noon EST. This year we remain an on-line show.
Artcall is set up to receive your submissions and our jurors are looking forward to being captivated by your artistic expressions.
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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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MAC is preparing for an array of in-person and online events happening this Summer and into late Fall. We're calling all and any local musicians interested in collaborating to reach out for more information!
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This long weekend, September 4th and 5th, enjoy a range of fun events like live music, henna art, yoga, balloon twisting, book exchanges and more at an open street in Markham!
Visit us at Middlefield Road and Golden Avenue, Markham, ON.
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Music on the Street: Black Creek Reign, Saturday 3rd, 1-4pm |
Don’t miss out on their live performance on Main Street in Unionville NEXT WEEKEND! Drop by Main Street Unionville to celebrate Summer with some live music!
Music on the Street is a live style performance where local emerging and established artists get an opportunity to interact with their community and build an audience.
This week, featuring Black Creek Reign, on Saturday, September 3rd, from 1 pm to 4 pm.
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Live Music at Ridge Meadery every Saturday |
Live music & art showings every Saturday afternoon along with mead flights and charcuteries. Come visit York Regions' first commercial honey winery. Tables are first to come or bring your own lawn chair sit back and enjoy the tunes, country air, and of course the mead! Musicians are encouraged to reach out if you'd like to play our venue. See the line-up of talent playing at Ridge Meadery:
- Sept. 3rd - Falsies: 2:30 to 5 pm
- Sept. 10th - Jimmy and the Buzz: 2:30 to 5 pm
- Sept. 17th - The Fabulous Trash Pandas: 2:30 to 5 pm
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Markham at the Movies is back! Save the Dates! |
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.
2022 - 2023 film dates:
- September 20
- October 25
- November 29
- January 24
- February 28
- March 28
All films Tuesday @ 7pm
Keep checking their website for
information on upcoming films.
or for inquiries, email:
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Markham Fair Grounds - Dynamite Night Market
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Exclusively prepared at the Markham Fairgrounds, Dynamite the Dragon and official mascot of the WNM, is all grown up and ready to serve attendees of all ages with their very own festival of flavours! Stir-fried with an explosion of features and activations, including the Signature Pan-Asian Food Festival, the DNM is perfectly paired with its very own Illuminasian Floating Lantern & Cultural Showcase, and the Dynamite World Interactive Midway. Runs:
September 2: 4:00pm – 12:00am
September 3: 2:00pm – 12:00am
September 4: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
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DTM Music Nights mark the return of live music to the stage at Origin Square. Join us on Saturday nights in September at 169 Enterprise Boulevard for a series of performance by local talent from across the Greater Toronto Area.
Location: Origin Square, 169 Enterprise Blvd, Downtown Markham.
Every Saturday in September
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Follow our social medias for all future performances!
For more information on the businesses that are supported through this initiative, click "Learn More" to visit our website!
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Main St. Markham
Farmers' Market
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EVERY Saturday!
May 7th - October 8th
9am - 1pm
The Main Street Markham Farmers' Market returns for the 2022 season on Saturday, May 7th from 9am - 1pm and runs each week, rain or shine, until Saturday, October 8th!
Join each week for an array of locally sourced, fresh, handcrafted quality goods. Enjoy weekly live music, activities for the whole family and exciting giveaways!
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Free Healing Dance Workshops |
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HEALING DANCE SESSIONS 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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The Markham Arts Council 2021 Activities Annual Report |
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Markham Arts Council (MAC) is a registered, non-profit, charitable organization. Established in 2004, MAC was formed to enrich the lives of Markham residents through arts and cultural programming and initiatives.
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, in the last year MAC has been able to grow its influence in supporting local artists, and strengthen community partnerships. To learn more about our impact, click the link below:
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Stay Connected
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