Category: Writers
Zohra Zoberi
Zohra Zoberi’s Book Launch, ‘The Other I’
A highly successful book launch in Mississauga, with an overflowing audience. Attended by the MAC...
Book Launch and Free Tai Chi Demo with Dechen Yee
Join author and Tai Chi instructor Dechen Yee for a book launch and free Tai Chi demo at Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre on October 12, 6-9 PM.
WATCH NOW: ‘Awakening’ poetry film inspired by Mississauga public art
Writer Anna Yin has just released her short poetry film, “Awakening”, inspired by public art in Mississauga. Watch now!
TD Culture Lab: Breakthrough to Writers’ Success united writers for inspiration and growth!
TD Culture Lab: Breakthrough to Writers’ Success was an enthralling experience for attendees to help bring their words to life!
Sep 26, 2023 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
Successful launch of Dechen Yee’s latest book, ‘Bunny’s Quest’!
Congratulations Dechen Yee on the successful launch of her latest chapter book, ‘Bunny’s Quest’ which took place Saturday, September 9 in Norval.
Book Launch Events with author Dechen Yee
Come to Dechen Yee’s upcoming events for the launch of her book, ‘Bunny’s Quest’. Get your book signed and connect on a wide array of topics.
Aug 28, 2023 | Hub Highlights, Writers | 0 |
Get a FULL day of exclusive writing industry knowledge with TD Culture Lab: Breakthrough to Writers’ Success
Learn more about MAC’s TD Culture Lab: Breakthrough to Writers’ Success professional development day on September 17, 2023.
The circle of life comes full circle whether we are prepared for it or not.
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. Mark Twain...
Belynda Wilson Thomas
You’re invited to a Book Launch!
Hello, fellow wordsmiths, visual artists and kindred creative spirits! I’m so excited to invite...
Jul 19, 2023 | book launch, children's book, Writers | 0 |
Author Norma Nicholson featured on AMI’s Kelly and Ramya podcast!
Author Norma Nicholson was featured on the Kelly and Ramya show about Norma’s book series, Codi’s Adventure, “My Furever Home.”
Author Keith Garebian featured in The Humber Literary Review
The latest issue features his review of Dionne Brand’s Nomenclature, and John Oughton’s review of his latest poetry collections.
insauga: 2 Mississauga residents win Trillium Book Awards
Insauga article on two Mississauga residents, Sanna Wani and Michèle Laframboise, winning Trillium Book Awards from Ontario Creates.
Jun 23, 2023 | Community News, Writers | 0 |
Poet and Author Keith Garebian’s work featured in publications across Canada; announces upcoming Poetry CD
Catch up with Poet and Author Keith Garebian who shares news on recent features, upcoming projects and releases, and his book launch.
Call for Submissions – Mississauga Writers Group Writing Contests
Mississauga Writers Group is seeking submissions for their writing contests! Submit your work for a chance to win an Indigo Gift Certificate.
Jun 13, 2023 | Call for Submissions, Call for Writers, Hub Highlights, Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Poetry Resource List by Mississauga Youth Poet Laureate, Lisa Shen!
Check out this huge list of poetry resources complied by Mississauga Youth Poet Laureate and Sauga Poetry Director, Lisa Shen!
Heritage Mississauga’s 2023 Annual General Meeting and Book Launch Success!
Heritage Mississauga launched their latest Mississauga Confidential! Learn more about the event and creators Bryan Ho and Nicole Mair.
Jun 2, 2023 | Heritage and History, Writers | 0 |
Planting a garden, tending, and reaping is a metaphor for life.
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds...
Check out EXPROSÉ: Poet Showcase & Writing Workshop Series!
Check out EXPROSÉ: Poet Showcase & Writing Workshop Series running throughout May, June and July at Lakeview Village Discovery Centre!
First look at MARTY Finalist Manahil Bandukwala’s book, Women Wide Awake
Get the first look into Manahil and Nimra Bandukwala’s collection of stories, poetry, and visual art exploring folklore from Sindh, Pakistan
Call for Youth Artists – Museums of Mississauga Youth Poetry Exhibit
The New Youth Council Poetry Showcase is happening at SAIB from May 2-6 and they are accepting applications until April 25, 2023.
Apr 20, 2023 | Jobs / Calls, Writers | 0 |
Author Manahil Bandukwala chosen as 2023 Rising Star – Writers’ Trust of Canada
Learn more about Writers’ Trust of Canada Rising Star program, as well as one of the 2023 recipients, Mississauga’s own Manahil Bandukwala
Mississauga News: City of Mississauga appoints new youth poet laureate
City of Mississauga article on Lisa Shen being appointed as the 2023-2025 Youth Poet Laureate for the City of Mississauga
Apr 17, 2023 | Community News, Writers | 0 |
City of Mississauga Welcomes its Fourth Youth Poet Laureate – Lisa Shen
City of Mississauga has welcome its 4th Youth Poet Laureate, Lisa Shen! Lisa will serve a 2-year term from 2023-2025
Apr 12, 2023 | Hub Highlights, literature, Poets, Writers | 0 |
Getting and giving, we need to get to live, but we need to give to grow.
Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we...
Modern Mississauga: April is Poetry Month in Mississauga – Here’s how to celebrate it
Modern Mississauga article on Poetry Month in Mississauga and all the fantastic events and activities happening around the city.
City of Mississauga: Grab Your Pen and Help Us Celebrate Poetry Month in Mississauga!
City of Mississauga invites you to celebrate Poetry Month with artist calls, poetry slams, workshops, author talks, and more!
Apr 4, 2023 | Poetry Submissions, Poets, Writers | 0 |
2023 CBC Poetry Prize is now open to Canadian poets
Calling all poets! The 2023 CBC Poetry Prize is now open to Canadian poets. Deadline to submit is May 31.
Apr 3, 2023 | Call for Submissions, Call for Writers, Jobs / Calls, Poets, Writers | 0 |
Mississauga News: Mississauga artist raising awareness on Ramadan via storytelling
Mississauga News article on Asim Hussain’s islamophobia.io campaign that asks the community to share their Ramadan stories
Mar 30, 2023 | Community News, Writers | 0 |
April is Mississauga Poetry Month! Enjoy programming for spoken word artists and enthusiasts
Enjoy a variety of in-person and online programs this April for Poetry Month. Hosted by Mississauga Library and City Culture team.
New on the Hub
Latin American Women Art Show: Carla Gonzalez & Raquel Casanova
Pazán Gallery 6A Brant Avenue, Mississauga
Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre Holiday Market
Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre 247 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Erindale Studio Theatre 3359 Mississauga Road
Annual Festive Open House – Donna Child Fine Art Gallery
Donna Child Fine Art Gallery 365 Evans Ave, Etobicoke
Emerging Artists Series: Holiday Edition presented by MyBansuri
Sampradaya Dance Creations 3250 Ridgeway Dr, Mississauga
Cooksville’s Magical Holiday Season Celebration
67 Hillcrest Avenue 67 Hillcrest Avenue, MississaugaWeek of Events
TOAF Toronto Online Art Fair – Melina Cossio
🥳🥳🥳 I’m excited to announce that I’ll be participating exclusively online at the Toronto Online Art Fair at TOAF.ca from July 2 - 9, 2023! 🗓 MY LINKS ➡️https://www.melinacossio.com ➡️https://bookanartist.co/artist/artist-for-hire/4144 […]
Mississauga Stories
An exploration of identity, home and belonging. LEARN MORE Visit two historic sites to experience four unique exhibition projects that share stories rooted in themes of identity, home, […]
No Place Exhibition
No Place Visit the Bradley Museum installation exploring what it means to desire closeness to a place and identity outside one’s own. LEARN MORE Curated by Arezu Salamzadeh, No Place explores core […]
‘Soulful Art’ by Thaniath Siddiqui – Arts on the Credit Gallery
Arts on the Credit would like to invite you to join us for the opening of a truly beautiful exhibition of paintings by Thaniath Siddiqui, "Soulful Art". Each of Thaniath's paintings has an intriquing […]
Latin American Women Art Show: Carla Gonzalez & Raquel Casanova
Hispanic Canadian Arts & Cultural Association presents 'Latin American Women Art Show: Two Generations Mother & Daughter' featuring the works of Raquel Casanova and Carla Gonzalez. On at Pazan […]
Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre Holiday Market
The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre will be hosting its annual Holiday Market again this December! This event features a wide range of one-of-a-kind, handmade holiday gifts, ornaments, and decor created […]
Poetic Voices: Lisa Shen – AGM
Poetic Voices: Lisa Shen – AGM
Join Mississauga Youth Poet Laureate Lisa Shen on November 26, 1:30-3:30 PM for a workshop with the Art Gallery of Mississauga's Poetic Voices Series! Participants will write poetry inspired […]
Jazz at the Legion – NOV 26
Jazz at the Legion – NOV 26
The Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble is back at the Legion for their monthly gig on Sunday, November 26 from 2-4 PM. Come out and join them for an afternoon […]
Birthday Concert – Elisa Rose
Birthday Concert – Elisa Rose
Join Elisa Rose for her birthday celebration at The Studio Paint Bar in Port Credit! This birthday concert will feature performances from Elisa, mingling, and of course, cake! Happening November […]
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Virginia Woolf’s 1928 novel about an Elizabethan nobleman who wakes one day as a woman and then traverses centuries without aging, is adapted here by one of the most important […]
Visual Arts Mississauga Open House
Visual Arts Mississauga Open House
Have a creative kid and looking for an outlet for them? Find out about Visual Arts Mississauga's kids classes, workshops at camps at our Open House event. Kids can customize […]
Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree with One In The Chamber, Fluffio, and Uforia
Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree with One In The Chamber, Fluffio, and Uforia
You are invited to Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree, a Christmas concert and toy drive on December 1 at Clarke Memorial Hall! Catch One In The Chamber, Fluffio, and Uforia […]
Auspicious Folk
Auspicious Folk
An evening of soul-soothing singer-songwriters, curated and hosted by Janice Jo Lee. Featuring four artists with their uplifting melodies. Date & Location: Fri, Dec 1, 2023 7:00 PM - 10:30 […]
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Virginia Woolf’s 1928 novel about an Elizabethan nobleman who wakes one day as a woman and then traverses centuries without aging, is adapted here by one of the most important […]
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Virginia Woolf’s 1928 novel about an Elizabethan nobleman who wakes one day as a woman and then traverses centuries without aging, is adapted here by one of the most important […]
Annual Festive Open House – Donna Child Fine Art Gallery
Annual Festive Open House – Donna Child Fine Art Gallery
Get into the festive spirit and attend Donna Child Fine Art Gallery's Annual Festive Open House on Saturday, December 2nd, 4 - 7 PM! As a special thank you, guests […]
Emerging Artists Series: Holiday Edition presented by MyBansuri
Emerging Artists Series: Holiday Edition presented by MyBansuri
MyBansuri presents Emerging Artists Series: Holiday Edition This event showcases and gives an audience and platform to those artists that would like to present their musical skills and talents. […]
Cooksville’s Magical Holiday Season Celebration
Cooksville’s Magical Holiday Season Celebration
Back by popular demand is Heart Comonos' annual Holiday Magic Season Celebration. Join hundreds of your neighbours for music, food, conversation, and gathering around fire-pits in Cooksville's biggest FREE holiday […]
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Orlando | By Virginia Woolf, Adapted by Sarah Ruhl
Virginia Woolf’s 1928 novel about an Elizabethan nobleman who wakes one day as a woman and then traverses centuries without aging, is adapted here by one of the most important […]