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Branch Art Exhibits: We used to go to these places by David Missio
Wed May 01, 2024 - Fri May 31, 2024
Location: YorkvilleThroughout May, David Missio?s work is on display at the Yorkville Branch. David Missio plays music, makes art and lives in the city of Toronto. David has a deep connection to parts of the city that don't exist as they once...
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May Movie - Emma
Thu May 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: PalmerstonJane Austen's beloved comedy is reimagined in this adaptation of Emma. In this satire of social class and the pain of growing up, Emma must adventure through misguided matches and romantic blunders. Starring Anya...
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Steelpan: Hands On Fun!
Thu May 23, 2024 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Location: S. Walter StewartLet's have fun with Suzette Vidale and play the steelpan! Learn about the different parts of a steelpan, how to hold the sticks, and play a simple song. No musical experience required. For children ages 7-12....
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Steelpan: From Skin to Steel and Beyond
Thu May 23, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: S. Walter StewartHow did the banning of the African skin drum lead to the creation of the tamboo bamboo, ping pong, and eventually the creation of the steelpan? Join Suzette Vidale as she speaks about the instrument's origins, evolution and c...
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Traditional Lion Dance
Sat May 25, 2024 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: PalmerstonCelebrate Asian Heritage Month at Palmerston as the Chinatown Community Lion Dance Group performs the traditional Lion Dance with drumming, cymbals and the Chinese Lion Costume. The performance will be pre-ceded by a short ta...
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Toronto Si-Zhu Chinese Music Ensemble Mini Concert
Thu May 30, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: PalmerstonCelebrate Asian Heritage Month here at Palmerston with the Toronto Si-Zhu Chinese Music Ensemble. Enjoy a concert featuring traditional Chinese instruments. The program covers a wide spectrum of traditional Chinese instrumen...
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PA Day Movie: The BFG
Fri Jun 07, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: PalmerstonAn orphan little girl befriends a benevolent giant who takes her to Giant Country, where they attempt to stop the man-eating giants that are invading the human world. Directed by Steven Spielberg. Rated PG. Drop i...
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PA Day Movie: Wonka
Fri Jun 07, 2024 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm
Location: S. Walter StewartWith dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that it's harder to do than he thinks. Rated PG, recommended for ages 6+. Drop-in program; no tickets requi...
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Drag Queen Storytime
Sat Jun 08, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: YorkvilleJoin us for songs and stories with Gila Münster! For children and their caregivers. All ages. Drop-in. No registration required. If your child lives with a disability, and requires an accessibility acco...
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Bike Month: Learn to Maintain Your Bike
Tue Jun 11, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: PalmerstonLearn the ABCs of bike maintenance and get pumped up for bike month with this introductory workshop to tuning your bike. Topics covered include chain lubrication, brake & gear adjustments, tires, tubes and the quick check....