Past Events

Mississauga Library Author Talks: Francesca Ekwuyasi

June 4 | 7:00 pm | Francesca Ekwuyasi was a finalist for Canada Reads 2021 and longlisted for 2020 Scotiabank Giller Prize for her work Butter Honey Pig Bread . Join us for a conversation with the author as she discusses her novel about queer love, friendship, faith and family. Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series […]

Breathe India Breathe Fundraiser

India is in the midst of a catastrophic second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and needs our help. On June 5th, artists from Canada & the USA will come together as part of Conversations & Connections – Breathe India Breathe, an online event to raise funds for a beleaguered nation’s fight against COVID-19. All proceeds […]

Visual Arts Mississauga and Toronto Writers Collective Present: Writing Workshops

Looking for community, creativity, and a chance to center yourself during this time of social distancing? In collaboration with the Toronto Writers Collective, Visual Arts Mississauga presents a free creative writing workshop. Facilitated by writers well-versed in the Amherst method, the workshops will provide a safe and inclusive setting for both new and experienced writers […]

Mississauga Library Author Talks: Waubgeshig Rice

June 11 | 7-8 pm | Anishinaabe writer and journalist Waubgeshig Rice joins us to discuss his latest, award-winning work, Moon of the Crusted Snow, a post-apocalyptic story of resilience and rebirth set in a remote northern First Nations community. Register here Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series features a wide range of talented writers. Hear authors read […]

Visions of Wellness Workshop

Using art as a recovery tool. About this event In this workshop series, individuals on a road of recovery from addictions, mental health challenges or grief will creatively take the next step in their wellness. Using evidence-based wellness planning tools combined with narrative and expressive art therapies, participants will envision their highest potential and optimal […]

MAYOR BONNIE CROMBIE CELEBRATES PRIDE 2021

June 15 | 6 - 7pm | Please join Mayor Crombie and the City of Mississauga to mark Pride Month 2021 through a fun-filled, educational hour with Fluffy Soufflé!   JUNE 15, 2021 AT 6:00PM Please join Mayor Bonnie Crombie with Fluffy Soufflé for fun-filled and educational hour celebrating Pride Month 2021 with special guests, […]

Mississauga Library Author Talks: Justin Ling

June 18 | 7-8 pm | Join us for a conversation with investigative journalist Justin Ling whose recent book, Missing from the Village tells the tragic story of the disappearance of eight men—the victims of serial killer Bruce McArthur–from Toronto’s queer community.   Register here Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series features a wide range of talented writers. […]