Fairlawn hosts Martin Boyce, a participants in 1969's Stonewall Riots which sparked a gay rights movement in North America that still rquires support today as 2SLBGTQIA+ fight for freedom, rights and love. This is Martin's only public event in the GTA during his cross-country tour. Registration is required, please visit fairlawnchurch.ca. This event is also a fundraier in support of Fairlawn Refugee Sponsorship Program in partnership with Rainbow Railroad. *Masks Required
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This is an event to understand our Iranian neighbours. Learn about the conflicts but also their art. Questions and conversations encouraged This is an opportunity to hear about the conflicts that have been happening in Iran, including the recent killing of the young girl, Mahsa Amini, but the oppression has been going on for decades. Many Iranian families have chosen to live in Richmond Hill and nearby. They are hurting. They are asking for allies. There will be 2 speakers, and Iranian music...
Four-week series Tuesday afternoons 1:00pm - 2:30pm Instead of wishing away winter, what would happen if we embraced its gift to us? Sometimes winter is not just a season of the year – sometimes it is also a season of the heart. You are invited to join Jean Ward in a four-week exploration of how our northern spirits are shaped by the rhythm of our seasons – in particular' winter and its movement into spring. Through the use of music, poetry, readings and, of course, our collective wisdom, we...
Four-week series Monday evenings online 7:30pm - 9:00pm Instead of wishing away winter, what would happen if we embraced its gift to us? Sometimes winter is not just a season of the year – sometimes it is also a season of the heart. You are invited to join Jean Ward in a four-week exploration of how our northern spirits are shaped by the rhythm of our seasons – in particular' winter and its movement into spring. Through the use of music, poetry, readings and, of course, our collective wisdom,...
Explore the life and music of one of the most influential and beloved singer-songwriters of all time, Joni Mitchell with Dr. Mike Daley. In this course, we'll do a deep dive into the career and artistic journey of this iconic artist, from her early folk roots to her groundbreaking forays into jazz and pop. Along the way, we'll listen to and analyze classic songs like "Big Yellow Taxi," "Both Sides Now," and "Woodstock," as well as delve into the personal and cultural influences that shaped...