What’s On Calendar
August 6–12, 2012
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Harbourfront Centre is disappointed to announce that serious infrastructure issues have forced the closure of its iconic outdoor waterfront rink this winter.
We are also deeply disappointed that we must cancel our 2020–21 skating season, including our Learn to Skate program, as we were all looking forward to getting outside and skating on one of the most beautiful rinks in the city. Learn more here.
Harbourfront Centre continues to monitor the rapidly changing situation regarding the COVID-19 virus. For the health and safety of all our staff and our volunteers, our patrons, supporters and the community, and in line with the advice and guidelines of Toronto Public Health, we will be closed to the public until further notice. Learn more here.
Monday, August 6, 2012
12:00pm
6:00pm
Play the original Ludi game with family and friends in the breezy shade by the water on our custom-made game boards.
Monday, August 6, 2012
2:00pm
Have fun with the best face painting based on Caribbean children stories by master face painter Christopher Pinheiro.
Moko Jumbie: The Dancing Spirits of Trinidad (For Kids!)
Monday, August 6, 2012
3:00pm
6:00pm
An introductory workshop for kids on the traditions of Moko Jumbie (stilt-dancing spirit of the forest) and all of its transitions from Africa to the Caribbean and Canada.
Monday, August 6, 2012
9:00pm
11:00pm
The Calypso Stars showcase is a two-and-a-half hour Caribbean music concert featuring popular calypso singers performing original songs from the annual Calypso Tents Music Series (CTMS). Top Canadian soca artists and special guests round out the event.
In My Own Eyes: Photostories by Aboriginal Youth
Friday, August 10, 2012
5:00am
11:30pm
Aboriginal youth share their stories with people across Ontario in the photographic exhibition In My Own Eyes (July 1 - September 30, 2012).
Celebrating the Crossroads - Indigenous Café with Eddy Robinson
Friday, August 10, 2012
7:00pm
9:00pm
An intimate and interactive evening featuring stories and songs. Hosted by Eddy Robinson.
In My Own Eyes: Photostories by Aboriginal Youth
Saturday, August 11, 2012
5:00am
11:30pm
Aboriginal youth share their stories with people across Ontario in the photographic exhibition In My Own Eyes (July 1 - September 30, 2012).
Planet IndigenUS: Humber River Aboriginal Heritage Celebration
Saturday, August 11, 2012
11:00am
5:00pm
McMichael Water Trail gallery tours will take you on a journey across time, and Canada, through the art presently on display inside the gallery, while Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority leaders will offer a Discovery Hike along the banks of the Humber River.
Creative Crafting - Look What I Can Do
Saturday, August 11, 2012
1:00pm
8:00pm
Kids can sculpt and craft their artwork with colourful plastercine and beads.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
1:00pm
9:00pm
Take a relaxing break and rest your feet for a while in our Elder's Tent, an area for elders and their family to recharge their spirits and promote community relationships.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
2:00pm
6:00pm
The Family Fun Tent is a space where families can create art and learn more about First Nations culture.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
2:30pm
3:30pm
Born and bred in Whakatane in the north island of New Zealand, Harawira is a storyteller, expert in tikanga (protocols) and is a passionate teacher and performer of kapahaka (performing arts).
Teiotiokwaonháston / Deyodyogwaǫháhs:dǫh (Encircles Everything)
Saturday, August 11, 2012
2:30pm
5:00pm
Elizabeth Doxtater's solo work is a breathtaking homage made from corn husks.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
3:00pm
4:00pm
Formidable guitarist Matthew Andrae performs.
Miss Lou's Room - Rene Meshake
Saturday, August 11, 2012
4:00pm
5:30pm
Sometimes traditions, stories and languages get renewed within a generation. Rene Meshake exemplifies this renewal.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
5:30pm
6:30pm
Black Indians is a film directed by Chip Richie, exploring the histories of Native Americans and African-Americans as parallel tracks of tragedy.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
6:00pm
7:00pm
Born and bred in Whakatane in the north island of New Zealand, Harawira is a storyteller, expert in tikanga (protocols) and is a passionate teacher and performer of kapahaka (performing arts).
In My Own Eyes: Photostories by Aboriginal Youth
Sunday, August 12, 2012
5:00am
11:30pm
Aboriginal youth share their stories with people across Ontario in the photographic exhibition In My Own Eyes (July 1 - September 30, 2012).
Teiotiokwaonháston / Deyodyogwaǫháhs:dǫh (Encircles Everything)
Sunday, August 12, 2012
9:00am
5:00pm
Elizabeth Doxtater's solo work is a breathtaking homage made from corn husks.
Planet IndigenUS: Humber River Aboriginal Heritage Celebration
Sunday, August 12, 2012
11:00am
5:00pm
McMichael Water Trail gallery tours will take you on a journey across time, and Canada, through the art presently on display inside the gallery, while Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority leaders will offer a Discovery Hike along the banks of the Humber River.
Miss Lou's Room - Rene Meshake
Sunday, August 12, 2012
12:34pm
Sometimes traditions, stories and languages get renewed within a generation. Rene Meshake exemplifies this renewal.
Miss Lou's Room - Rene Meshake
Sunday, August 12, 2012
1:00pm
2:30pm
Sometimes traditions, stories and languages get renewed within a generation. Rene Meshake exemplifies this renewal.
Creative Crafting - Look What I Can Do
Sunday, August 12, 2012
1:00pm
6:00pm
Kids can sculpt and craft their artwork with colourful plastercine and beads.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
1:00pm
6:00pm
Take a relaxing break and rest your feet for a while in our Elder's Tent, an area for elders and their family to recharge their spirits and promote community relationships.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
2:00pm
6:00pm
The Family Fun Tent is a space where families can create art and learn more about First Nations culture.
Storytelling in the Wiijiiniijii* Lodge
Sunday, August 12, 2012
2:00pm
2:45pm
Join us for poetry and storytelling featuring Marcie Riel, Eva Rose, and Josh Peltier.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
2:30pm
4:00pm
A trio of short films explore the Inuit experience.
POWER KIDS / Geoffrey Farmer's Figure
Sunday, August 12, 2012
3:00pm
5:00pm
This FREE workshop offers kids a chance to activate artist Geoffrey Farmer's new interactive installation for Tools for Conviviality by adding to and transforming a sculptural figure over the course of the exhibition.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
3:00pm
4:00pm
Using facial expressions and body language, Lise Menard tells stories not only about traditional legends also about events that really happened.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
3:30pm
5:00pm
Born and bred in Whakatane in the north island of New Zealand, Joe Harawira is a storyteller and expert in tikanga (protocols), and is a passionate teacher and performer of kapahaka (performing arts).
Maori Day - Whale Rider and Boy
Sunday, August 12, 2012
7:00pm
11:00pm
Bring your lawn chair and blankets, sprawl out on the grass and join us for a night of movie magic with double feature of two award-winning films.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
7:30pm
10:00pm
Join the Summer Star Party for activities on the cosmos, night sky observing, and the Perseid Meteor Shower!