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Discovering wisdom on our journey.
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Every missed chance becomes a memory filled with regret. Unknown...
Belynda Wilson Thomas
Apply to be the Youth Poet Laureate – City of Mississauga
The City of Mississauga is seeking submissions for their next Youth Poet Laureate. Deadline to submit is March 9, 2025.
Feb 12, 2025 | Call for Applications, Call for Submissions, Call for Writers, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Call for Emerging Poets – Parentheses Journal Mentorship
Parentheses Journal is delighted to invite two emerging poets from Mississauga for a mentorship scheme working with Sneha Subramanian Kanta.
Feb 4, 2025 | Call for Applications, Call for Artists, Jobs / Calls, Poets, Writers | 0 |
Call for Submissions: Trillium Book Award – Ontario Creates
Ontario Creates invites submissions for their Trillium Book Award for titles published in Nov and Dec 2024. Deadline is Jan 31, 2025.
Jan 9, 2025 | Call for Submissions, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Legislative Assembly of Ontario: Matthew-Ray Jones is Ontario’s Next Poet Laureate
Learn more about Matthew-Ray Jones, Ontario’s Next Poet Laureate.
Writing the Caribbean Experience: Class, Colour, & Culture with Gayle Gonsalves | Heart to Art Ep #5
In this episode of Heart to Art, host Peta-Gaye Nash speaks with Gayle Gonsalves, author of My...
Nov 14, 2024 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
Quill & Quire: Cassandra Myers and Lisa Shen named Lillian Allen spoken word prizes
Quill & Quire shares the news that poets Cassandra Myers and Mississauga’s own Lisa Shen have been named Lillian Allen spoken word prizes.
Mechanics of Playwriting Workshop
In the workshop, Participants can expect to explore different playwriting techniques used in...
Oct 25, 2024 | Playwright, Workshops, writing | 0 |
Winners Announced for the Mississauga Writers Group’s Annual Writing Contests
This our 4th year, we had 3 Writing Contests – Young Voices 18 years and younger, Seniors 65 and...
Mississauga Writers Group
Breaking the Silence: Healing from Childhood Trauma with Author Sheila E. Tucker | Heart to Art Ep #4 – OUT NOW!
Have you ever felt burdened by painful memories and wondered how to heal? In this episode of Heart...
Oct 10, 2024 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
Polyphonic celebration for Mississauga’s 50th Anniversary by Anna Yin
From Anna Yin via Sureway Press: Mississauga is home to Indigenous peoples and diverse ethnic...
Oct 3, 2024 | Community News, Writers | 0 |
Quill & Quire: Qurat Dar wins inaugural Claire Harris Poetry Prize
Published by Quill & Quire. Article by: Cassandra Drudi, September 19th, 2024 Learn more about...
Call for Open Mic Performers – The & Festival: The & Soirée Open Mic
To close out the first day of the & Festival, The Ampersand Review will be hosting the &...
Sep 23, 2024 | Call for Artists, Call for Writers, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Self-expression, being part of a group, finding our voice, and helping others to find theirs.
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Self-expression must pass into communication for its...
Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) Grant – Ontario Arts Council
Are you a literary performer creating or recording your own work? Take a peek at this program from Ontario Arts Council.
Sep 6, 2024 | Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Modern Mississauga: Learn About the 29th Annual Mississauga Symphony Orchestra’s Giant Used Book Sale
Learn all about Mississauga Symphony Orchestra’s annual Used Book Sale, returning to Sheridan Centre Mall for its 29th year!
Words Of Writers – WOW!
The tagline – ‘local wordsmiths reading aloud’ – explains what this event...
Exploring Family Secrets Through Poetry with Poet Jennifer Walcott – Heart to Art Ep. #2 out now!
Peta-Gaye Nash sits down with Poet Jennifer Walcott to discuss the secrets and stories of family, and how they inform her written work.
Aug 19, 2024 | Hub Highlights, Podcast, Writers | 0 |
The Hazel McCallion That I Knew
By Alex GregoryFor a while, she was superhuman.Hazel McCallion was a woman who defied explanation,...
Aug 9, 2024 | Uncategorized, Writers | 0 |
Defining a woman, who would have thought defining a woman, would be so difficult and contentious?
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas To ask the right question is already half the solution to the...
Remembering Mayor Hazel
By Anna Yin Who can tell how many places are named after you?Who can know how many books have been...
Aug 2, 2024 | poetry, Poetry Submissions, Poets, Writers | 0 |
Call for Writers – Mississauga Writers Group Writing Contests
Mississauga Writers Group’s annual Writing Contests are back! Deadline to submit is September 30, 2024.
Jul 24, 2024 | Call for Submissions, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Author Norma Nicholson featured on the Nikki Clarke Show
Congratulations to Mississauga author and youth advocate Norma Nicholson on her recent feature on the Nikki Clarke Show!
Mahendra Joshi Playwriting Competition
SAWITRI Theatre Group is happy to announce the inaugural of the Mahendra Joshi playwriting...
Jun 25, 2024 | Jobs / Calls, Playwright, Writers | 0 |
Is accepting other people’s negative thoughts like letting them walk through our minds with dirty boots?
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas It takes but one positive thought when given a chance to survive...
The Ampersand Review – Essay Contest 2024
It is time for the second annual Ampersand Review Essay Contest! Submit your creative non-fiction or personal essay by June 30, 2024.
Jun 13, 2024 | Call for Writers, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
New Podcast with author Peta-Gaye Nash – Listen to ‘Heart to Art’ here!
Listen to our debut episode of Heart to Art – a new podcast series hosted by award-winning author Peta-Gaye Nash!
May 30, 2024 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
Keith Garebian awarded the Ellen S. Jaffe Humanist Poetry Award from the Ontario Poetry Society
Keith Garebian has been named winner of the Ellen S. Jaffe Humanist Poetry Award from The Ontario Poetry Society for work about Ruth Asawa.
Meet author Sabyasachi Nag – HUB Highlights Artist Spotlight
Meet Sabyasachi (Sachi) Nag, author of Hands Like Trees, Uncharted and Could You Please, Please Stop Singing.
Apr 15, 2024 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
City of Mississauga: City of Mississauga welcomes its fifth Poet Laureate
Andrea Josic has been selected to serve as a literary ambassador for the city to help elevate the status of poetry, literary arts and writers.
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Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical
The Randolph Theatre 735 Bathurst Street, Toronto
My Brother’s Keeper – Hans Poppe Solo Exhibition
Yorkminster Park Gallery 1585 Yonge Street, Toronto
A City in Tune – A Celebration of Music in Mississauga Exhibition
Bradley Museum 1620 Orr Road, Mississauga
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
The Grange 1921 Dundas Street West, Mississauga
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
AN1 Studios 2465 Cawthra Road, Unit 132, MississaugaWeek of Events
Inside. Outside. Of.
Through intuitive, tenuously articulated works, the four artists brought together in this exhibition reflect upon how we situate ourselves in relation to various planes of interconnection and existence. Works by […]
Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical
Take a trip back to Hawkins, Indiana: 1983…when times were simpler, hair was bigger, and unsupervised children were getting snatched by inter-dimensional creatures. STRANGER SINGS! THE PARODY MUSICAL is a […]
Together for Tomorrow: Earth Days in Action
This exhibit takes a look at how climate change is affecting our community, from rising temperatures and extreme weather events to disruptions in ecosystems and communities. Climate change is real […]
Spirit Seeds – Museums of Mississauga
Immerse yourself in the intricate and beautiful world of Indigenous beadwork at Spirit Seeds. Curated by Indigenous artist Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash, Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario), this exhibition presents a rich visual exploration […]
My Brother’s Keeper – Hans Poppe Solo Exhibition
Hans Poppe My Brother's Keeper February 23 to April 24, 2025 Reception: Sunday, January 23, 2025, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Hans Poppe, a Tanzanian-Canadian artist, is celebrated for […]
The Artistic Viewpoint
You are invited to an Opening Reception of SOVA's show, The Artistic Viewpoint, Sunday afternoon, March 30 from 1:30 - 3:30 pm, in the Helson Gallery at the Halton Hills […]
Spring Exhibition – Trazos Latinos
Join Trazos Latinos for their Spring 2025 Exhibition at the Grange (home of Heritage Mississauga) at 1921 Dundas St W, L5K 1R2. Catch the opening reception! Friday, May 2, 2025 7:00 […]
SAWITRI Shorts Festival 2025
The SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival is here in Mississauga! Starting April 5th, 2025, get ready to experience short plays in various South Asian languages, every weekend at Maja Prentice […]
A City in Tune – A Celebration of Music in Mississauga Exhibition
This exciting exhibition explores the City’s rich musical landscape, highlighting the diverse voices, cultures, and communities that have shaped its sound. From local legends to grassroots movements, the exhibition showcases […]
Alexis Martinez Live – Tropical Fiesta and Social
Join Hollywood's 2 time World Entertainment Award Winner Alexis Martinez live with DJ Latin Soul on Saturday, April 19 from 8 PM - 1 AM at Army Navy & Airforce […]
Jazz Rangers live at the Port Credit Legion
Jazz Rangers live at the Port Credit Legion
The Jazz Rangers are back for an afternoon of music and fun! www.jazzrangers.com
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Come witness the magic 'Aap ka Khayal Aaya' - paying homage to the greats of the Golden Era of Hindi cinema aka Bollywood - Sahir Ludhianvi and Dev Anand. Happening […]
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Come witness the magic 'Aap ka Khayal Aaya' - paying homage to the greats of the Golden Era of Hindi cinema aka Bollywood - Sahir Ludhianvi and Dev Anand. Happening […]
EXPROSÉ: Virtual Writing Workshop & Open Mic
EXPROSÉ: Virtual Writing Workshop & Open Mic
Exprosé is a space for poets and writers to commune with featured poets and witness these artists peel the layers of metaphors and similes away from their pieces. The title […]
Piano Heist – Living Arts Centre
Piano Heist – Living Arts Centre
Living Arts Centre 24/25 Season Event Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin have been friends since Elementary School, connecting because they both love playing the piano and believe it is the […]
Art Hive Pop Ups – Art Gallery of Mississauga
Art Hive Pop Ups – Art Gallery of Mississauga
Join Art Gallery of Mississauga in person and explore art-making at various locations across Mississauga! This is a free community drop-in program promoting mental health and connection through the use of […]
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
BOOK LAUNCHCharismatic Chiaroscuro - Poetry and ArtShifting Silhouettes - PoetryBy Meena Chopra Readings | Video Art Display | ConversationsThursday April 17, 2025Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMVenue: Heritage Mississauga – […]
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
SAWITRI Theatre Group is excited to welcome Spring with an improv workshop with Julian Frid. If you have done improv before and want to be a part of a workshop […]
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
As a part of SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival, don't miss Mi Ladachi Maina Tumchi presented in Marathi on April 19 at 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sstf-2025-marathi
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
As a part of SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival, don't miss Mi Ladachi Maina Tumchi presented in Marathi on April 19 at 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sstf-2025-marathi
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | “Hearing the East 2025” Choral Concert
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | “Hearing the East 2025” Choral Concert
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | "Hearing the East 2025" Choral Concert – NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 7:30 PM Venue: Trinity-St. Paul's United Church, 427 Bloor […]