Lakeshore Arts

LSA @ Celebrate the Caribbean MRKT
2025-07-12 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Mimico Square, 2445 lake shore blvd w, Toronto, Ontario, M8V1C5, Canada
Join Lakeshore Arts as we Celebrate the Caribbean with Local MRKT!

We’ll be at Mimico Square on July 12th, joined by artist Chason Yeboah-Brown, who will lead a FREE crochet bracelet activity!

About Chason Yeboah-Brown:

Chason Yeboah-Brown is a Ghanaian-Trinidadian, Toronto based self-taught textile sculptor, full circle doula and community worker. She is well known for her larger- than- life crocheted sculptures (some ranging between eight and fifteen feet tall) which have been exhibited at venues such as the Textile Museum and the Musée des Beaux Arts de Quebec, and at events such as Nuit Blanche Toronto. As a workshop facilitator she uses crochet as a tool for healing, connection and mindfulness. Having over twelve years experience working with youth, families and varying communities Chason’s works stands at the crossroads of art, education and collective healing.

Crochet Activity

Learn all the basics of crochet from start to finish! Create your own unique bracelet or headband with YOUR countries’ flag colour(s). Celebrate your heritage! Show off your work of art as you browse the rest of the MRKT and Celebrate the Caribbean!

DROP-IN - Drumming Class (@ LAMP)
2025-08-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 and 6 more dates | LAMP CHC, 185 Fifth St, etobicoke, Ontario, M8V 2Z5, Canada
Join the FREE Drumming Class at LAMP!

Feel the beat, build confidence, and connect with others through the joy of rhythm. Whether you’re new or experienced, all are welcome!

FREE class, but spots are limited!

Email: JasminD@lampchc.org or Erica@lampchc.org

Call: (416) 252-6471 ext. 308 / 257

REGISTERED - Write by the Water (@ LSA)
2025-09-17 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-24 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-01 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-15 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-29 17:30 - 19:30 | Lakeshore Arts, 2422 Lake Shore Blvd W, M8V 1C4, Ontario, M8V 1C4, Canada
Write by the Water is an 8-part intensive writing workshop series for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) writers of all kinds, ages 18+, to explore new works or to fine-tune works-in-progress, in a safer and inspirational environment while being mentored by an industry professional. The program aims to explore varied and diverse approaches to historical narratives, considering how we may draw on our own memories to revisit these histories.

Each week participants will gather to strengthen writing skills, and share stories, led by professional writer, language enthusiast and arts-educator Jedidiah Mugarura.

Registration is now closed for this program.

Celebrate Diwali
2025-10-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Mimico Square, 2445 lake shore blvd w, Toronto, Ontario, M8V1C5, Canada
Join us for our 2nd Annual Celebrate Diwali Event on October 4th at Mimico Square! Co-presented with Reverse Karma and Local MRKT.

Join us for this community event and participate in the festivities, shop the local marketplace and find some gems.

All ages ▪︎ Free Activities

DROP-IN - Discover the Magic of Art (@ LAMP)
2025-10-06 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-13 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-20 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-27 13:30 - 15:30 | LAMP CHC, 185 Fifth St, etobicoke, Ontario, M8V 2Z5, Canada
Discover the magic of art with artist Nataliya Sydorenko! No experience needed, just bring your creativity!To register, please email Jasmin at jasmind@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext 308.

LSA @ Amber Morley Fall Fest
2025-10-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Fairfield park, 90 Lothian Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Celebrate fall with Lakeshore Arts at Deputy Mayor Morley’s upcoming Fall Fest!

Join us on October 18th at Fairfield Park, where LSA will be joined by Club Carnation, who will lead a FREE nature imprint activity!

REGISTERED - Q Summit Poetry Intensive (Online)
2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Q Summit is a 5-month poetry intensive that provides a creative development space for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 19 to 29. In this dedicated space, participants will free-write with prompts, share their works, and receive feedback all while exploring a wide range of queered realms within poetry.

Workshops are led by poets Melly Davidson and Martin Gomes who ensure a safer space for self expression, learning, professional development, and friendship-building.

Registration for this program is now closed.
