This week we have widened our net for things to do – due to the fact that events are being cancelled due to Covid! Not to worry as there are some online events that you can attend and that means the world is your oyster this week! Have a great week and we look forward to seeing events open up soon.
Markham Arts Council Art Spotlight – Kaitlin Mason – Jan 14th
Tune in on Jan 14th to Markham Arts Council’s IGTV and Facebook to find out more about Kaitlin Mason’s incredible artwork!
For more details click here. Price: FREE
Hoot and Howl Online Webinar – Jan 13th – 7pm
Whoooo goes there? Join the TRCA for their ‘wildly’ popular talk to learn about owls and coyotes in the Greater Toronto area! Discover their unique calls and amazing nighttime adaptations.
This event is intended for Ages 6+:
- Beginner level information
- Activities and concepts that are friendly for all ages
- Intended audience includes children, youth, and adults
This event is taking place via Zoom. After registration, you will be emailed a link to join the webinar.
This event is hosted in partnership with the Markham Public Library.
For details click here. Price: FREE
Meditate and Melt the Stress Away – Jan 19th – 8.15pm
A guided virtual meditation workshop led by an instructor from Markham Yoga.
This online session will lead you in powerful breath work and other meditation techniques. All ages welcome!
For more details click here. Price: FREE
Morgan-Paige Melbourne – Online Concert – Jan 16th – 1pm
Pianist and Royal Conservatory alumna, Morgan-Paige Melbourne, will perform works by Brian Current and Dawn Davi, as well as the world premieres by Nauroz Tanya, Kathryn Knowles, and herself in a program that is a reflection on the impact of change, struggle, growth, and affection that thrives within our daily life.
For more details click here. Price: FREE
War of the Worlds Reimagined – A 3-part radio play – until April 30th
War of the Worlds Reimagined is an original radio play by Frog in Hand, inspired by the classic tale by H.G. Wells. Close your eyes, escape your screen, and immerse yourself in a world of sound. Running until April 2022, experience the complete three-part radio drama from wherever you are, whenever you want. Our thrilling audio drama, War of the Worlds Reimagined, is a response to a crisis fuelled by science fiction, inspired by the writing of H. G. Wells. You will witness remarkable friendships, and hear eerie encounters with the unknown. Playwrights Andrew Gaboury, Colleen Snell & Callahan Connor each crafted a chapter in this three-part adventure. Plug in, kick back, and discover why radio is the “theatre of the imagination.”
For more details click here. Price: $10
Black Sheep Comedy Online Featuring Leonard Chan – Jan 15th – 8pm
Settle in for an excellent evening of stand up comedy with talented and celebrated comedians Leonard Chan, Al Val and Lars Classington. Tickets are Pay What You Can. Seating is limited, reserve your spot today.
For more details click here. Price: Pay what you can
Listen To This: Audio Play Series – until Jan 19th
The Arts Club are excited to offer four brand-new audio plays in their 2021–2022 Listen to This: Audio Play Series. Each entertaining, thought-provoking work is created by a Western Canadian playwright who is affiliated with their Emerging Playwrights’ Unit or Silver Commissions Project. Available only until January 19th.
For more details click here. Price: $10 individually or $30 for the series.