Volume 81 | June 15, 2021
Highlights of our 2021 Annual Virtual AGM
Markham Arts Council hosted its 17th Annual General Meeting via Zoom on June 7, 2021. We'd like to take this opportunity to thank all who attended our virtual AGM!

Special Thanks to Mayor Frank Scarpitti for his Keynote Address, Councillor Karen Rea, Sarah Bay-Cheng, Dean, School of Arts, Media, Performance and Design, York University, Chair Deepti Aurora, Treasurer Mathu Vinayagam, Vice-Chair Renu Mehta, and Incoming Chair Stephen Chait.

Thank you all MAC Board Members and Committee members from Markham at the Movies and Markham Teen Arts Council. Special thanks to our fantastic Markham community. None of this would have been possible without your support!

Check out some glimpses from our AGM here
Our Pride Month Special Showcase
Catch our Pride Month Special Showcase - exclusively on our YouTube Channel.
JUNE 27 - Aurora Matrix

A pop princess and dancing diva, Aurora Matrix is the Aries Fire of the Toronto drag scene. Though she has only been doing drag since 2019, this queen stands out among the crowd with her bold makeup and electrifying dance numbers. Aurora’s drag is heavily influenced by her Chinese culture and strives to be a role model for queer Asian youth.
Artist Unplugged – Season 3
Check out our YouTube channel for professional-quality concerts, streamed to the comfort of your home!

JUNE 17: Jacqueline Teh

Vocalist/songwriter Jacqueline Teh is known for her captivating vocal arrangements and limitless songwriting. Her sound combines elements of jazz with R&B. Jacqueline’s songwriting is featured on Sammy Jackson’s Juno-nominated album, “With You”. Her music engages listens to search for deeper meaning and connection.
Art Therapy: Let's Art About It
June and July openings now available!
Let’s Art About It – Art Therapy for Seniors (55+) is a group therapy program that utilizes art-making to combat mental and emotional challenges as a result of the pandemic.

Sign up for these free virtual sessions! Led by a Registered Canadian Art Therapist, participants will express, explore, and understand their emotions through a variety of art exercises and mediums.

For more information, email [email protected] or call 905-947-9054.
Healing Dance - June Workshops
Join us for another Virtual Healing Dance Workshop led by renowned artist Munni Subhani! These 30-minute sessions are invigorating and inspiring.

What: Free Healing Dance Sessions
When: Tuesday, June 15 and June 29
Time: 10:30 am to 11:00 am
Where: Online via Zoom
Why: To improve muscle strength, balance, flexibility, and mental wellness

Register on Eventbrite to save your spot!
Check us out at the new Unionville Market
MAC is participating at the new Unionville Market
The Unionville Market is back. Every Sunday between 9 am and 2 pm between now and mid-September.

And Markham Arts Council will be there. Do stop by at our booth to learn more about our programs and initiatives, the artists we support and how you can get involved!
Markham Arts Council | 905-947-9054 | [email protected] | www.markhamartscouncil.com