July 4-10, 2012
Week 27 of Year 2012
Toronto Music Garden Tours
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 11:00 AM
Learn about the Toronto Music Garden's unique design and history on a guided, one-hour tour, led by a volunteer Toronto Botanical Garden guide.
June 20 - September 26, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 12:00 PM - 8:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
Free Flicks - Office Space
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 9:00 PM
A team of unlikely rebels decide to take on their company and receive their due in this cult-classic comedy.
July 4, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Thursday, July 5, 2012 12:00 PM - 6:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
Toronto Music Garden Tours
Thursday, July 5, 2012 5:30 PM
Learn about the Toronto Music Garden's unique design and history on a guided, one-hour tour, led by a volunteer Toronto Botanical Garden guide.
June 20 - September 26, 2012
Fiddlers and Firebrands: Music from Old Ontario
Thursday, July 5, 2012 7:00 PM
To mark the bicentenary of the War of 1812, Canadian music legends Muddy York and friends regale us with songs and dance tunes from early Ontario. Thanks to Phyllis & Bill Waters.
July 5, 2012
Dancing on the Pier: Line Dancing and Two-Step
Thursday, July 5, 2012 7:00 PM - 9:00PM
Dancing on the Pier is a social dancer's dream come true!
July 5-26, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Friday, July 6, 2012 12:00 PM - 6:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: Listening the River: A Sound Sculpture by Cildo Meireles
Friday, July 6, 2012 6:00 PM
This film follows the work of Cildo Meireles, an artist, while he searches for the sound of the main Brazilian hydro banks and "processed" waters.
July 6, 2012
International Marketplace
Friday, July 6, 2012 6:00 PM - 11:00PM
Shop the world this weekend! Our International Marketplace features fab finds from all corners of the globe.
July 6- 8, 2012
World Café
Friday, July 6, 2012 6:00 PM - 12:00AM
What are you in the mood for today? Our newly renovated World Café, in the former location of the Lakeside Terrace Tent, features a host of the best cuisine from around the world at affordable prices.
July 6- 8, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series
Friday, July 6, 2012 6:00 PM - 11:00PM
The BRAFFTV Film Series features great Brazilian films selected and curated by award-winning director of photography, Katia Coelho.
July 6- 8, 2012
Brazil: Many Eyes, Different Visions
Friday, July 6, 2012 7:00 PM - 11:00PM
A visual arts exhibition showcasing different artists and their diverse styles.
July 6- 8, 2012
Photo Exhibit: Brasilia, UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Friday, July 6, 2012 7:00 PM - 11:00PM
Ronaldo Silva's highlight the idealism of Juscelino Kubitschek’s socialist government and its team of visionary urban planners, architects and landscape designers.
July 6- 8, 2012
Axe Capoeira
Friday, July 6, 2012 7:30 PM - 8:30PM
Capoeira is a Brazilian Martial art created mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences in the beginning of the 16th century.
July 6, 2012
Tio Chorinho
Friday, July 6, 2012 8:30 PM - 9:30PM
Tio Chorinho is a new Toronto ensemble dedicated to performing Brazilian choro music in the tradition of the great mandolin master, Jacob do Bandolim.
July 6, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: The Oyster and the Wind
Friday, July 6, 2012 9:00 PM - 11:00PM
A fantasy/mystery film about the disappearance of a lighthouse owner and his daughter.
July 6, 2012
Brothers of Brazil - CANCELLED
Friday, July 6, 2012 9:30 PM - 11:00PM
Please note that this performance has been cancelled. It's probably safe to say that you've never heard anything like Brothers of Brazil before. The brotherly duo makes some of the most original songs around, combining elements of Bossa Nova and samba with rock and funk.
July 6, 2012
Matuto
Friday, July 6, 2012 9:30 PM - 11:00PM
Matuto blends high-energy Brazilian percussion, blues-drenched vocals, telecaster twang, accordion acrobatics and folksy fiddle tunes, resulting in an organic, animated new sound.
July 6, 2012
Shake it Up with DJ Fabio Lima and DJ V
Friday, July 6, 2012 11:00 PM - 2:00AM
Shake it up as DJ Fabio Lima and DJ Vilton spin the hottest rhythms from Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo!
July 6, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Saturday, July 7, 2012 12:00 PM - 6:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
Brazil: Many Eyes, Different Visions
Saturday, July 7, 2012 12:00 PM - 11:00PM
A visual arts exhibition showcasing different artists and their diverse styles.
July 6- 8, 2012
International Marketplace
Saturday, July 7, 2012 12:00 PM - 11:00PM
Shop the world this weekend! Our International Marketplace features fab finds from all corners of the globe.
July 6- 8, 2012
World Café
Saturday, July 7, 2012 12:00 PM - 12:00AM
What are you in the mood for today? Our newly renovated World Café, in the former location of the Lakeside Terrace Tent, features a host of the best cuisine from around the world at affordable prices.
July 6- 8, 2012
Photo Exhibit: Brasilia, UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Saturday, July 7, 2012 1:00 PM - 11:00PM
Ronaldo Silva's highlight the idealism of Juscelino Kubitschek’s socialist government and its team of visionary urban planners, architects and landscape designers.
July 6- 8, 2012
Santa Catarina's Carnival Photo Exhibit
Saturday, July 7, 2012 1:00 PM - 11:00PM
Photographer and teacher Daniel Babinksi has a collection of 7,000 photos of Carnival in Santa Catarina – a southern region of Brazil. A selection will be on display during Expressions of Brazil.
July 7- 8, 2012
Toys Made with Recyclables Workshop with Baby Steinberg
Saturday, July 7, 2012 1:00 PM - 8:00PM
Learn how to make toys using recyclable material with Baby Steinberg.
July 7, 2012
Soccer Workshop with the Brazilian Soccer Academy
Saturday, July 7, 2012 2:00 PM - 4:00PM
Coaches demonstrate, for kids, the "Brazilian style" of soccer through kicks, passes and juggling, and will develop soccer skills through fun activities and mini soccer games.
July 7, 2012
Zé Fuá
Saturday, July 7, 2012 2:30 PM - 3:30PM
Zé Fuá delivers a blast of energy and excitement in authentic pernambuco-style forró.
July 7, 2012
Peteka
Saturday, July 7, 2012 3:00 PM - 5:00PM
Originally from Brazil, peteka is played similarly to volleyball and badminton but using only the palms of your hands. Great for players of any age or physical fitness!
July 7- 8, 2012
Samba de Gafieira Workshop with Brazil Dance World
Saturday, July 7, 2012 3:00 PM - 4:00PM
Learn all about Samba de Gafieira, an elegant partner ballroom dance based on the samba musical rhythm. Facilitated by Brazil Dance World.
July 7, 2012
Bruno Capinan and Band
Saturday, July 7, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:00PM
Toronto-based singer and songwriter Bruno Capinan brings samba, bossa nova and the tropicalia to Expressions of Brazil!
July 7, 2012
Capoeira Workshop with Mestre Marcio Mendes
Saturday, July 7, 2012 4:30 PM - 5:30PM
Learn all about capoeira, a type of martial art that combines self-defense with music and acrobatics! Facilitated by Mestre Marcio Mendes.
July 7, 2012
Betty Santos and Friends
Saturday, July 7, 2012 5:00 PM - 6:00PM
Join Betty Santos and her friends - including Digue Braga, Geovanni Cordeiro and the Group Sambalanco (Carlinhos Pernambuco, Andre Cabral, Mike Silva, Geovane Lopes and Mauro Pandeiro) - for traditional Brazillian music and more!
July 7, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: Estamira
Saturday, July 7, 2012 5:00 PM - 7:00PM
Estamira follows the life of a schizophrenic woman in search of the truth.
July 7, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series
Saturday, July 7, 2012 5:00 PM - 11:00PM
The BRAFFTV Film Series features great Brazilian films selected and curated by award-winning director of photography, Katia Coelho.
July 6- 8, 2012
Abanda
Saturday, July 7, 2012 6:00 PM - 7:00PM
Abanda formed as a result of the music lab at the Casa Grande Foundation, a foundation that uses communications training and youth empowerment to invigorate one of Brazil's poorest regions.
July 7, 2012
Maria Bonita and The Band
Saturday, July 7, 2012 8:30 PM - 9:30PM
Maria Bonita and The Band bring the playful rhythms of Forró Pe de Serra from Brazil straight to your backyard.
July 7, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: Foolish Heart
Saturday, July 7, 2012 8:30 PM - 11:00PM
Foolish Heart documents one man's journey to reconnect with his past.
July 7, 2012
Aline Morales
Saturday, July 7, 2012 9:30 PM - 11:00PM
Aline Morales’ days of being Toronto’s best-kept secret are over. The Grid referred to Morales' latest release as "the finest Brazilian album ever produced in Canada."
July 7, 2012
Brazilian Carnaval Ball
Saturday, July 7, 2012 11:00 PM - 2:00AM
You can't help but have a great time at this carnaval ball featuring samba, traditional marchinhas, frevos, and much more! The Banda Bracatum and singers Cibele Iglesias and Salviano Pessoa promise an unforgettable party. Sponsored by Brazil Remittance.
July 7, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Sunday, July 8, 2012 12:00 PM - 6:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
Brazil: Many Eyes, Different Visions
Sunday, July 8, 2012 12:00 PM - 11:00PM
A visual arts exhibition showcasing different artists and their diverse styles.
July 6- 8, 2012
International Marketplace
Sunday, July 8, 2012 12:00 PM - 8:00PM
Shop the world this weekend! Our International Marketplace features fab finds from all corners of the globe.
July 6- 8, 2012
World Café
Sunday, July 8, 2012 12:00 PM - 8:00PM
What are you in the mood for today? Our newly renovated World Café, in the former location of the Lakeside Terrace Tent, features a host of the best cuisine from around the world at affordable prices.
July 6- 8, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: Short Films
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:30PM
Sit back and enjoy an afternoon of short films.
July 8, 2012
Chat with Casa Grande Foundation
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:30PM
The representatives from Casa Grande Foundation will be talking to the audience about their work with youth and kids.
July 8, 2012
Photo Exhibit: Brasilia, UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 6:00PM
Ronaldo Silva's highlight the idealism of Juscelino Kubitschek’s socialist government and its team of visionary urban planners, architects and landscape designers.
July 6- 8, 2012
Santa Catarina's Carnival Photo Exhibit
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 6:00PM
Photographer and teacher Daniel Babinksi has a collection of 7,000 photos of Carnival in Santa Catarina – a southern region of Brazil. A selection will be on display during Expressions of Brazil.
July 7- 8, 2012
Papier Maché Workshop with Solange Escosteguy Cardoso
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:30PM
Learn all about papier maché and create anything your imagination can conjure up! Facilitated by Solange Escosteguy Cardoso.
July 8, 2012 13&15
BRAFFTV Film Series
Sunday, July 8, 2012 1:00 PM - 5:30PM
The BRAFFTV Film Series features great Brazilian films selected and curated by award-winning director of photography, Katia Coelho.
July 6- 8, 2012
Salviano Pessoa
Sunday, July 8, 2012 2:00 PM - 3:00PM
Salviano Pessoa has been noticed for his poetic compositions and original songs. He is, beyond a doubt, one of the great new talents of Brazilian music.
July 8, 2012
SUNDAY SCENE / Gina Badger
Sunday, July 8, 2012 2:00 PM
Gina Badger is an artist and writer working in the expanded field of sculpture and installation, and she will respond to the current exhibition at The Power Plant.
July 8, 2012
Peteka
Sunday, July 8, 2012 3:00 PM - 5:00PM
Originally from Brazil, peteka is played similarly to volleyball and badminton but using only the palms of your hands. Great for players of any age or physical fitness!
July 7- 8, 2012
Maracutu Mar Aberto
Sunday, July 8, 2012 3:30 PM - 4:30PM
Maracatu Mar Aberto is an Afro-Brazilian percussion and song troupe that plays maracatu de baque virado and other rhythms derived from the same traditions. Presented by Uma Nota Só.
July 8, 2012
Papier Maché Workshop with Solange Escosteguy Cardoso
Sunday, July 8, 2012 3:30 PM - 5:30PM
Learn all about papier maché and create anything your imagination can conjure up! Facilitated by Solange Escosteguy Cardoso.
July 8, 2012 13&15
Maracutu Mar Aberto presented by Uma Nota
Sunday, July 8, 2012 3:30 PM - 4:30PM
Maracatu Mar Aberto is an Afro-Brazilian percussion and song troupe that plays Maracatu de Baque Virado and other rhythms derived from the same traditions.
July 8, 2012
BRAFFTV Film Series: Tonic Dominant
Sunday, July 8, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:30PM
A film for music lovers that documents three days in the life of a young clarinetist who is in love with a violinist.
July 8, 2012
Bavia Arts Brazilian Drumming Workshop for Kids
Sunday, July 8, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:00PM
Bavia Arts Studio leads a fun and exciting drumming workshop where kids are allowed to be as loud as they want!
July 8, 2012
Fashion Show
Sunday, July 8, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:00PM
Brazil is claiming its place on the global stage and interestingly, fashion is playing a major role in the country’s ascendance. Don't miss our fashion show featuring Baby Steinberg, Clarice Michelon and swimwear by Etc&Tal.
July 8, 2012
Pedro Quental and Band
Sunday, July 8, 2012 4:30 PM - 6:00PM
A double-shot of samba with a "carioca soul" chaser. Don't miss the groove-laden sets of Pedro Quental!
July 8, 2012
Spring Visual Arts Exhibitions 2012
Tuesday, July 10, 2012 12:00 PM - 6:00PM
Six must-see exhibitions explore the private and public events that comprise our country's heritage.
April 21 - July 15, 2012
There's always something happening at Harbourfront Centre!
- Artists-in-residence at work in the Craft Studios
- Visual arts exhibitions in the York Quay Centre
- Check out the exhibitions at The Power Plant
- Grab a bite at Lakeside Local
For details inquire at the Info Desk or call 416-973-4000.
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