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SUMMARY:Ladies First
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free\, registration required\nWhen: Friday\, August 11 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.)\nRSVP  \nThe Bata Shoe Museum has teamed up with Full Court 21 Canada to present a dynamic panel discussion about the role and impact of black women in contemporary sneaker culture and basketball. Moderated by Black In Sports Business’ Marsha-Gaye Knight\, Ladies First will address the changes\, challenges\, and triumphs within these disciplines. The conversation will feature high-ranking and influential Black women in basketball and sneaker culture\, including Katherine Allen\, Nadine Brown\, Savanna Hamilton\, Dinara Horsford\, and Marsha-Gaye Knight. \nHaving women with lived experience lead the way\, build connections\, and offer ideas for growth is necessary to activate these important spaces. The discussion aims to amplify\, educate\, deepen connections\, and highlight ways for us all to be better allies to women in sport. \nEvening Agenda\nDoors Open at 6:30 pm\nPanel begins at 7:00 pm\nDoors Close at 9:00 pm \nABOUT FULL COURT 21 CANADA:\nFull Court 21 Canada led by cultural content creator and educator Will Strickland\, is a grassroots\, community-based initiative embracing diversity\, inclusion\, the spirit of competition\, the outdoors\, fun\, family and celebration. In The World’s Most Unique Basketball Tournament\, each combatant is doing their best to out think\, outlast and outscore all that oppose him/her in scoring 21 points during a timed and referee-regulated game whose roots are bound in a person’s first playground experiences with basketball. This basketball tournament concept\, originated in New York City by hip hop legend Bobbito Garcia\, features multiple players and no teammates. Canada is one of many countries participating\, having won the last three consecutive FC21 All World Finals. \nMEET THE SPEAKERS:\n\nABOUT KATHERINE ALLEN: \n \nKatherine recently joined the Toronto Raptors as Manager\, Social Impact\, with a background in marketing partnerships and strategic planning. Katherine has experience developing community-oriented activation and brand strategies for Canada’s leading brands in the non-profit\, banking\, insurance\, telecom\, and apparel sectors through her years at adidas\, and on the agency-side at MKTG Canada. Outside of her professional life\, Katherine dabbles into content creation\, pro-bono consulting\, and her side hustle called humangoods\, which is a vintage shop that encourages circularity through vintage and upcycled apparel and accessories.\n \n\nABOUT NADINE BROWN: \n \nNadine Brown\, previously a Marketing Director for one of the largest sneaker companies; Foot Locker Canada. Nadine was with the leading sneaker giant for 7 years\, creating a variety of events in and outside of the city of Toronto focusing on showcasing local talent and building community relationships. Nadine started her 20-year retail & marketing career in the fashion industry\, as a Wardrobe Stylist working for a variety of clients\, companies and agencies. She is currently a wardrobe stylist for the Film and Television industry for I.A.T.S.E 873 in the Costume department.\n \n\nABOUT SAVANNA HAMILTON: \n \nSavanna Hamilton is a seasoned media professional with over 9 years of experience both in front and behind the camera. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University\, Savanna has worked with a variety of brands such as Tangerine Bank\, CBC\, and Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment\, building her reputation as a trusted and versatile media personality. As a producer\, she has honed her skills in multi-platforms creating compelling brand content that resonates with audiences. Currently\, she is a sideline reporter on Sportsnet covering the Toronto Raptors where she combines her passion for storytelling and her commitment to creating meaningful change to the forefront by incorporating values of equity\, diversity and inclusion into her work lens.\n \n\nABOUT DINARA HORSFORD: \n \nDinara Horsford\, the 14 year old\, 5’5” point goddess from Crestwood Preparatory College\, Kia Nurse Elite and the Brampton Warriors\, has been playing basketball since she was 7 years old.  She is one of the top point guards in the country with goals of playing for her province\, country\, Division 1 in the United States and eventually as a professional. Dinara is a leader on and off the court\, already is giving back to other young players to help them and help her hone her craft.\n \n\nABOUT MARSHA-GAYE KNIGHT: \n \nMarsha-Gaye Knight has worked as a sport marketing professional for over 10 years with notable companies like Mosaic Sales Solutions\, Rogers and the National Hockey League (NHL). Currently\, she is a Partnership Marketing Manager with CBC Sports and Olympics where she works with production and partners to weave brands authentically into the Olympic story. Her personal experiences working within Toronto’s sport business space led her to create Black In Sports Business\, a professional sports talent aggregator and mentorship network that looks to increase the representation and retention of Blacks in the sport business industry.\n \n\nCo-Presenter\n \nSupported By:
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/ladies-first/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230902T150000
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SUMMARY:Uplifted: Art of Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $25/person\nFriends of the BSM: $20/person\nWhen: September 2 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm\nLength: 2 hours total\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nLearn how to crochet for the first time or refresh your skills while discovering innovative ways to create. In this workshop\, participants will learn techniques to crochet their own shoelaces using a 3-step customization process. This workshop is for all ages and for any skill level. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease present your ticket at the Front Desk upon arrival. \nThis workshop will take place in-person in St. Crispin’s at the Bata Shoe Museum (located on the B1 level). All materials and equipment will be provided. Each ticket includes admission to the museum. Please arrive 5-15 minutes prior so that the workshop can begin on schedule. Limited spots available. If you no longer can attend and would like to request a refund\, please email info@batashoemuseum.ca \nCan’t make it on September 2? LEGIN KNITS will also be coming on September 9! \nABOUT THE HOST\n \nNigel “Legin” John learned crochet from a Rasta man in San Fernando\, Trinidad. His passion has allowed him to continue to grow\, innovate\, and expand his artistry through Legin Knits and Art Of Crochet. The focus on fashion is to make “Original” one of a kind pieces for collections and for personalized custom orders. He also adds crochet to already made items to renew into “Uplifted”(upcycled) pieces\, giving them new life! Legin started teaching crochet to his friends and youth in his community immediately after learning. He felt the connection to passing this art form on\, while building a business to open up opportunities for himself and others. When encountering individuals he taught\, they always express their gratitude and strong belief that learning crochet gave them values that apply to their lives.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/art-of-crochet/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230909T150000
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SUMMARY:Uplifted: Art of Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $25/person\nFriends of the BSM: $20/person\nWhen: September 9 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm\nLength: 2 hours total\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nLearn how to crochet for the first time or refresh your skills while discovering innovative ways to create. In this workshop\, participants will learn techniques to crochet their own shoelaces using a 3-step customization process. This workshop is for all ages and for any skill level. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease present your ticket at the Front Desk upon arrival. \nThis workshop will take place in-person in St. Crispin’s at the Bata Shoe Museum (located on the B1 level). All materials and equipment will be provided. Each ticket includes admission to the museum. Please arrive 5-15 minutes prior so that the workshop can begin on schedule. Limited spots available. If you no longer can attend and would like to request a refund\, please email info@batashoemuseum.ca \nCan’t make it on September 9? LEGIN KNITS will also be coming on September 2! \nABOUT THE HOST\n \nNigel “Legin” John learned crochet from a Rasta man in San Fernando\, Trinidad. His passion has allowed him to continue to grow\, innovate\, and expand his artistry through Legin Knits and Art Of Crochet. The focus on fashion is to make “Original” one of a kind pieces for collections and for personalized custom orders. He also adds crochet to already made items to renew into “Uplifted”(upcycled) pieces\, giving them new life! Legin started teaching crochet to his friends and youth in his community immediately after learning. He felt the connection to passing this art form on\, while building a business to open up opportunities for himself and others. When encountering individuals he taught\, they always express their gratitude and strong belief that learning crochet gave them values that apply to their lives.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/art-of-crochet-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231011T203000
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SUMMARY:Botanical Inspiration + Footwear Panel Discussion at the TBG
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $20/per person\, Free for Friends of the BSM\nWhen: Wednesday\, October 11 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm\nWhere: Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON M3C 1P2\nBUY TICKETS  \nFlowers on footwear and flowers in gardens! Inspired by our current exhibit In Bloom: Flowers & Footwear\, Toronto Botanical Garden welcomes you to join this panel discussion on the cultural meaning and signification of the botanical choices we make in textile adornment\, garden design\, and shoemaking. Experts speakers Elizabeth Semmelhack\, Director and Senior Curator at the Bata Shoe Museum\, sustainable footwear designer Nelson Silva\, and TBG’s Director of Horticulture\, Roger Gettig will explore concepts of design\, planning\, materials\, and cycles of status of botanical inspiration.   \nEvening Agenda\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n6:00 pm to 6:55 pm – TBG Floral Designers will be making adornments for attendees\n7:00 pm to 7:10 pm Introduction to TBG’s Floral Design Certificate\n7:10 pm Panel discussion begins \nLight refreshments will be available. \nTo redeem your Friends of the BSM discount\, please email info@batashoemuseum.ca. For any questions or concerns about the event\, please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca \nABOUT TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN:\nToronto Botanical Garden (TBG) offers an array of themed gardens spanning nearly four acres\, designed to educate and inspire adjacent to Wilket Creek\, Don Valley Ravine\, and Edwards Gardens. They offer a complete range of innovative indoor\, outdoor and online learning experiences for all ages and maintain Canada’s largest private horticultural library. Their LEED Silver Certified Building with an energy-efficient sloping green roof and ecologically conscious design include indoor/outdoor event and learning spaces\, a garden shop\, and a seasonal café. \nMEET THE SPEAKERS:\n\nABOUT ROGER GETTIG: \n \nRoger Gettig\, TBG Director of Horticulture says a botanical garden is a living museum. ‘Living’ means we must have healthy and beautiful plant collections while ‘museum’ signifies the need to document and verify all the plant information\, map their locations\, and curate them over time. \n\n\nABOUT ELIZABETH SEMMELHACK: \n \nHaving curated over 20 exhibits\, Elizabeth Semmelhack\, Director and Senior Curator at the Bata Shoe Museum\, applies her extensive cultural art history to exploring the multiple roles and meanings of footwear through innovative and engaging exhibitions\, her most recent oeuvre In Bloom: Flowers and Footwear explores natures botanical inspiration.\n \n\nABOUT NELSON SILVA: \n \nFootwear designer Nelson Silva has more than 20 years professional experience in the field and focuses on sustainability and innovation in footwear.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/bsm-x-tbg/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T213000
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SUMMARY:BSM x Music Gallery Presents: Shoe Horn
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $20 Advance\, $25 Door\, $15 Friends of the BSM\, Music Gallery Members and Low Income and Arts Workers\nWhen: Thursday\, October 12\, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm\, Doors open at 7:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1W7\nBUY TICKETS  \nThe BSM is excited to partner with the Music Gallery as part of their annual X AVANT XVIII festival for a musical takeover of the Bata Shoe Museum. Peruse the galleries while being serenaded by the sounds of some of Toronto’s best improvisers featuring Tegan Dietsch\, Lina Allemano\, Why Be Normal\, Tom Richards\, Annie Elgie \nCurated by Joe Strutt of the beloved series Track Could Bend\, eight artists will perform acoustic pieces sprinkled through the Bata Shoe Museum\, culminating in a concert at the end of the night. Expect shoe horns\, found percussion\, and (of course!) tap dancing. A playful celebration of curation\, thinking outside of the (shoe)box and of the incredible musicians that live in this city. \nACCESSIBILITY INFO \nThe Museum is wheelchair accessible. Public hallways are wide enough to allow people using wheelchairs and other mobility devices to move easily through the building. There is elevator access to all public floors. \nSAFER SPACE \nWe expect all attendees and community members to respect one another\, and to respect the work that was created for you to explore. We will not tolerate harm or harmful behaviour of any kind. View The Music Gallery’s policy here. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/shoe-horn/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
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SUMMARY:HOT DOCS Podcast Festival x Articles of Interest ft. Aurora James and Elizabeth Semmelhack
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $36/per person\nWhen: Friday\, October 20 at 7:30 pm (Doors Open at 7:00 pm)\nWhere: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema\, 506 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1Y3\nBUY TICKETS  \nNamed one of the 10 best podcasts of the year by The New Yorker and The New York Times\, Avery Trufelman’s hit fashion podcast Articles of Interest dives deep into what we wear. \nFor this live episode\, Trufelman teams up with influential designer and activist Aurora James and director and senior curator of the Bata Shoe Museum Elizabeth Semmelhack for what is sure to be a memorable conversation. \nTake an immersive journey through the aesthetic influences and creative practice of the Toronto-raised\, NYC-based James\, who recently graced the cover of Vogue: from the founding of her award-winning label\, Brother Vellies\, to her groundbreaking campaigns on behalf of Black businesses in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder. \nSharing examples from the growing international collection at Toronto’s own Bata Shoe Museum\, these three brilliant fashion minds will bring to life the history and innovations which shape the contemporary design practices of footwear.  \nOn the Hot Docs stage\, these influential tastemakers will discuss the world of shoes\, along with James’s new memoir\, Wildflower\, and her innovative design practices which have led to zeitgeist-defining pieces for the likes of Beyoncé\, Nicki Minaj and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. \nStarting October 20\, you can also see the Olivia stiletto heels by Brother Vellies which appeared in Jordan Casteel’s portrait of Aurora on Vogue’s September 2020 issue. The Olivia will be on view in Behind the Scenes gallery for a limited time. \nLEARN MORE  \nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/articles-of-interest/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231028T170000
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free (conditions apply)\nWhen: Saturday\, October 28 (10:00 am to 5:00 pm) and Sunday\, October 29 (12:00 pm to 5:00 pm)\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nThis Halloween we will be celebrating in costume and invite you to join us! Youth and kids aged 17 and under who visit in costume will receive FREE admission*. There will be trick-or-treating stations throughout the museum**\, and hands-on crafts for the whole family! Our ever-popular iSpy game cards and try-on station will also be available to add to the family-friendly fun.  \n* Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Adults do not qualify for free entry.\n** Quantities are limited  \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-bsm/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20230915T150434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T140531Z
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free (conditions apply)\nWhen: Saturday\, October 28 (10:00 am to 5:00 pm) and Sunday\, October 29 (12:00 pm to 5:00 pm)\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nThis Halloween we will be celebrating in costume and invite you to join us! Youth and kids aged 17 and under who visit in costume will receive FREE admission*. There will be trick-or-treating stations throughout the museum**\, and hands-on crafts for the whole family! Our ever-popular iSpy game cards and try-on station will also be available to add to the family-friendly fun.  \n* Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Adults do not qualify for free entry.\n** Quantities are limited  \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-bsm/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231002T141455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162943Z
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SUMMARY:Community Weekend
DESCRIPTION:  \nFREE Community Weekend\n \nTo celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition\, Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s\, we’re thrilled to welcome the entire community to visit us for free all weekend long! After you tour the exhibitions (learn more about what is on view here)\, take a trip back in time with 80s inspired activities and crafts for all ages. Make a beaded friendship pin\, design your own friendship bracelet\, and create a boombox or Walkman memory box. Registration not required. \nSaturday\, November 4 \n11:00 am – Hands On History\n12:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n1:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n2:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n3:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n4:00 pm – Hands on History \nSunday\, November 5 \n1:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n2:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n3:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n4:00 pm – Hands On History
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/community-weekend/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231104T170000
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SUMMARY:Community Weekend
DESCRIPTION:  \nFREE Community Weekend\n \nTo celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition\, Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s\, we’re thrilled to welcome the entire community to visit us for free all weekend long! After you tour the exhibitions (learn more about what is on view here)\, take a trip back in time with 80s inspired activities and crafts for all ages. Make a beaded friendship pin\, design your own friendship bracelet\, and create a boombox or Walkman memory box. Registration not required. \nSaturday\, November 4 \n11:00 am – Hands On History\n12:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n1:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n2:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n3:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n4:00 pm – Hands on History \nSunday\, November 5 \n1:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n2:00 pm – 80s Family Dance Workshop\n3:00 pm – Totally 80s Shoebox Bingo\n4:00 pm – Hands On History
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/community-weekend/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20230919T165831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T210155Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Founder's Lecture
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, November 8\, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Doors Open at 6:30 pm)\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nThis event is sold out.\n\n \nCulture\, Collaboration and Colette: The Creative Journey of Sarah Andelman \nJoin us for an intimate\, in-person discussion and Q&A with curator and brand visionary\, Sarah Andelman\, co-founder of the revolutionary Parisian concept shop\, Colette\, as we explore the concepts of collaboration\, experimentation\, cultural-making\, and creative instinct. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view the galleries\, including our newest exhibition Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s.  \nEvening Agenda\nDoors open at 6:30pm\nDiscussion begins at 7:00pm \n \nABOUT THE SPEAKER: \n \nAfter studying Art History at Ecole du Louvre\, Sarah Andelman co-founded and curated the iconic high fashion\, streetwear\, and lifestyle boutique Colette in 1997 alongside her mother Colette Roussaux. Located in Paris\, France\, the three floor 8\,000 square feet concept store contained an exhibition space\, bookshop\, and an extensive selection of luxury products including fashion and accessories to souvenirs\, magazines\, and specialty products.  \nDuring its 20-year journey\, Andelman created a cultural phenomenon with her vision and influence; developing collaborations with brands\, like Chanel\, Hermes\, Louis Vuitton\, or Balenciaga. The global epicenter for creativity\, Colette was the first to showcase new designers\, who would later become internationally renowned. It quickly became the place to be. From celebrities to socialites\, from riches to wannabes\, everybody wanted to be seen at Colette. Acclaimed designer Karl Lagerfeld said\, “It’s the only shop where I go because they have things no one else has”\, and Forbes magazine called it “The trendiest store in the world”. When Colette closed in 2017\, Osman Ahmed of the Business of Fashion called it “the end of an era”.  \nA year later\, Sarah launched JUST AN IDEA\, a consulting company building bridges between disciplines with an expertise on collaborations and retail experiences. Since 2021\, Sarah Andelman has been publishing limited edition art books highlighting new talents and creative ideas.  \nSponsored by:
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/2023-founders-lecture/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231204T154507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T142329Z
UID:12833-1703671200-1704560400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Frosty Footwear: Winter Break at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Make a winter craft\, or an 80s crafts (in celebration of our newest exhibition\, Dressed To Impress) Try your luck in our 80s Shoebox Bingo\, and get to handle shoes from across time\, and from around the world in our Hands On History program!\n\nDrop-in guided Activites\, Dec. 27 – Jan. 6*\n10:00 am – self-guided crafts all day\n12:00 pm – Hands on history\n1:00 pm – 80s shoebox bingo\n2:00 pm – Hands on history\n3:00 pm – 80s shoebox bingo \n*Every day except Sundays and Jan. 1.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/frosty-footwear-winter-break-at-the-bsm/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231207T181358Z
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UID:12872-1705143600-1705147200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Lets Get Physical: Aerobics Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $15/person\nFriends of the BSM: $5/person\nWhen: Saturday\, January 13\, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nKick off your new year with an 80s inspired aerobics dance class in the museum! Join us for a high-energy group class featuring the best music\, moves and of course fitness fashion\, of the 1980s. Led by by Choreographer\, Educator\, and Dancer Melissa Bartrem\, this adult dancersize class is designed for all skill levels. Channel your inner Jane Fonda and wear your best 80s bodysuits\, leg warmers\, and neon. Registration includes access to explore all of the current exhibitions including Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s \nThis event is open to all ages\, but recommend participants be 16+. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who must also purchase a ticket \nPlease check in 10-30 minutes prior to the event starting. We encourage you to wear comfortable clothes to dance/move in and appropriate shoes (sneakers). Of course\, we would love to see you in your 80s best\, including lots of neon!  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/aerobics-class/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231218T162843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T141826Z
UID:12910-1705748400-1705757400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Shoe Customization 101
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $55/person\nFriends of the BSM: $50/person\nWhen: Saturday\, January 20\, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nGet creative and express your personal style with artist Jasmin Pannu as she guides you to paint your own custom shoe design.  \nArt materials including paint and brushes are included. Participants must provide their own new or used shoes to customize\, clean white sneakers are recommended for best results.  \nThis adult workshop is designed for all skill levels. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT THE ARTIST\n \nJasmin Pannu is an award-winning Artist who creates murals and custom artworks with influence\, space\, people and purpose in mind. She has over 100 murals and paintings across the Toronto area\, as well as select international projects. She has worked with clients such as StART Toronto\, Nike\, Lancome\, Footlocker\, Inkbox\, Indigo\, Coca-Cola\, Starbucks\, City of Toronto\, Happy Place\, and more. Her art has been exhibited at the ROM\, MOCA\, and the Ontario Science Centre. Learn more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/shoe-customization-101/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231214T144339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T171009Z
UID:12890-1706353200-1706360400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Perfume Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $55/person\nFriends of the BSM: $50/person\nWhen: Saturday\, January 27\, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nDiscover and learn the art of natural perfumery as maker Tricia Gnadt of Terrene Perfumery guides you to create a 1 oz. container of your very own rose scented solid perfume. In this workshop\, you will learn about the different perfume ingredients; how they were created and their aromatherapy benefits. All materials and general access to the museum are included.   \nThis workshop is designed for adults at all skill levels. \nInspired by: In Bloom: Flowers and Footwear  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT TRICIA GNADT: \n \nTricia Gnadt is an artisanal perfumer and organic skincare developer who focuses on wild harvested and foraged scent profiles. Originally from North Texas\, Tricia learned to develop solid perfumes from the native plants of her homeland. Her traditional French technique— called enfleurage— uses real flower petals to develop a natural solid perfume that smells identical to a fresh flower profile. Now local to Toronto\, Tricia is continuing to develop perfumes local to her environment. Learn the process behind this ancient technique and the practice methods of organic perfumery at the Bata Shoe Museum. This solid perfume workshop allows you to work directly with plant material to make your own natural rose solid perfume— from petal to perfume.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/perfume-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240214T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240108T163620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T204753Z
UID:12847-1707937200-1707951600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Totally 80s Prom
DESCRIPTION:$35 – Post-secondary Students\n$50 – Regular Admission\n$60 – Party Pack (includes admission plus 2 beverages)\n$65 – Super Party Pack (includes admission plus 3 beverages)\n$180 – Regular Admission 4-Pack\nTime: Wednesday\, February 14\, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nLIMITED-TIME SALE: From Jan 15th to Feb 1st\, 2024\, purchase a 4-pack of Regular Admission tickets for $180 (save $20!).  \nSTUDENT TICKETS: A limited number of $35 Post-secondary Student Admission tickets are available. Student ID required for entry.   \nRound up your besties and sweethearts! We’re stepping back in time for the raddest 1980s-themed Prom Party on Valentine’s Day. Grab your epic prom outfit (80s-inspired of course)\, tease that hair\, layer on the blush\, and get your dancing shoes on for a totally tubular night out! DJ Kushmin will be spinning the hottest 80s hits all party long\, so avoid disappointment by getting your tickets now before they sell out (no duh!). \nAdmission includes appetizers\, a retro photo booth\, a 360 photo station\, coat check\, and access to explore all current exhibitions including Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s. Beverages are extra and can be purchased as part of your ticket Pack or separately onsite by debit and credit card only. This is a 19+ event (ID required). Tickets are final sale.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/totally-80s-prom/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20231214T161305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T164700Z
UID:12926-1708336800-1708362000@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Clog Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Family Day with us decorating your own mini wooden clog. Learn about the history of clogs and how they became such a widely known and adored shoe. Take a self-guided tour of our current exhibitions\, have some family fun in the Try-On Shoes area\, and play iSpy around the museum with our exhibition-themed activity cards available at Visitor Services. All materials and guided instruction are included. Space and quantities are limited\, so be sure to come early. \nClog Painting is available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Participation in this activity is free with general admission.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/clog-painting/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240122T170429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T164407Z
UID:12995-1708344000-1708358400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:BSM at the Bentway
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free\nWhere: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON M5V 3K9) \nCelebrate Family Day at The Bentway with a fun-filled afternoon of skating\, crafts\, music\, refreshments\, and more! We’ve teamed up with the The Bentway to offer activities for the whole family that celebrate the history of skating\, inspired by our online exhibition Boots and Blades: The Story of Canadian Figure Skating. Learn about figure skating in Canada from the 1600s to present through an interactive scavenger hunt with a tasty treat at the end. Gear up for the skate trail by decorating your own skate boot covers at the free Boots & Blades Workshop – drop in anytime between 12:00pm – 3:00pm.  \nSee full schedule here.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/bsm-at-the-bentway/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240208T172249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T152017Z
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SUMMARY:Streetwear\, Sneakers & Style: Conversations on Sports and Fashion
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Donate What You Can\nWhen: Wednesday March 6 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nSports and fashion have collided to become a seemingly unstoppable dream team. Presented in partnership between Myseum of Toronto and the Bata Shoe Museum\, this panel discussion brings together four local pros who work at the intersection of these two influential industries.  \nInspired by the Myseum’s exhibition Winners & Losers: Sports Histories of Toronto and held at the Bata Shoe Museum\, this lively discussion offers a unique perspective on empowering women in streetwear and sneaker culture.  \nAgenda\n5:30 pm – Doors Open\n6:00 – 7:00 pm – Panel\n7:00 – 8:00 pm – Galleries open to explore \nRSVP  \nABOUT THE PANELISTS\nAbby Albino\, Co-founder of Makeway\, Canada’s pioneering sneaker boutique for women.  \nAbby is a natural leader\, community connector\, collaborative spirit and a champion for the BIPOC experience. She has over 9 years of experience shaping successful marketing and communication strategies for the biggest brands in sports\, entertainment\, hospitality\, retail\, tech and food and beverage industries. \nBranden Degendorfer\, Designer\, October’s Very Own \nGraduate of Toronto Metropolitan University with a degree in fashion design. 2019 recipient of the Alfred Sung Award for Excellence in Apparel Design. Over 5 year’s experience working with Toronto based fashion labels. At OVO\, my primary focus is on our menswear core programs\, novelty knit\, woven technical and sportswear styles. \nMicaella Riche\, Director of Basketball Operations\, Lay-Up Youth Basketball. Former NCAA player. \nMicaella brings 15 years of experience in the elite basketball space. She has represented on the provincial and national stages\, has played and coached at the NCAA Division 1 level\, and played professionally overseas. She currently brings her expertise to the community level working as the Director of Basketball Operations at Lay-Up\, with a strong focus on program and coach training design and development.  Having been a part of Nike and Canada Goose campaigns\, Micaella’s relationship with fashion has come a long way since being the 6-foot sixth grader who wore her dad’s track suits.  \nAnjli Patel\, Lawyer and Trademark Agent\, specializing in fashion. Board of Directors\, Bata Shoe Museum. \nKnown locally as a “fashion lawyer”\, Anjli uses her platform to educate on the value of Canadian design\, and through buying\, wearing\, and promoting independent designers\, she leads by example. Anjli has tirelessly devoted her legal practice to helping independent designers understand their rights\, know their worth\, and navigate all areas of the law that impact their fashion business\, including contract\, employment\, and intellectual property.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/bsm-x-myseum/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240129T143156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T135935Z
UID:13021-1710151200-1710694800@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:March Break Fun & Games
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Bata Shoe Museum this March Break to take part in our free\, drop-in\, Fun and Games themed family programming. All day\, every day there will be a selection of self-guided crafts such as Shoe Game in a Box\, Make Your Own Shoe Pins\, and other pop-up crafts\, in addition to daily scheduled programs fun for any age.    \nDaily Drop-In Games (Monday – Sunday) \n1 pm –  Wheel of Footwear – a Wheel of Fortune-style gameshow fun for any age\n2 pm – Hands-on Shoes For Fun \nFamily Fun Movie Screenings (Monday – Saturday at 11 am) \nMonday\, March 11\, 11 am –  The Lego Movie\nTuesday\, March 12\, 11 am –  Paw Patrol: The Movie\nWednesday\, March 13\, 11 am – Ron Goes Wrong\nThursday\, March 14\, 11 am – Wonder Park\nFriday\, March 15\, 11 am – Detective Pikachu\nSaturday\, March 16\, 11 am – Playmobil: The Movie \nAll March Break programming is included with your general admission ticket for adults and children. Please view our admission prices here. \nPlease note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Movie selections are subject to change without notice.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/march-break-fun-games/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240121T201724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T160646Z
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SUMMARY:Totally 80s Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Regular Admission: $25/person\nFriends of the BSM: $20/person\nWhen: Tuesday\, March 19\, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.)\n \nHow well do you know 1980s music? Get ready to show off your knowledge about this truly outrageous decade as you compete for some super rad prizes. Dress up in your best 80s-inspired outfit\, and get ready to head bang to some choice 80s tunes!  Tickets include one beverage and access to explore the entire museum after hours\, including Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s so be sure to come early. Attend as individuals or as a team of a maximum of 6 people. This is a 19+ event. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.     \nAgenda\n7:00 pm – Doors Open\n8:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Trivia\n10:00 pm – Doors Close \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/totally-80s-trivia/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240201T151246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T144759Z
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SUMMARY:80s Extravaganza: The Breakfast Club with Hot Docs
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $15/per person\nWhen: Saturday\, March 30 at 4:00 pm\nWhere: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema\, 506 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1Y3 \nBUY TICKETS  \nFashion and movie lovers rejoice: The Breakfast Club is taking over the Hot Docs Cinema for a special ‘80s themed event with us and Hot Docs! \nBust out your finest flannel\, your snazziest Air Jordans and Molly Ringwald-approved preppy princess pearls\, for a rollicking screening of the John Hughes classic before we check in with Nishi Bassi\, curator of our brilliant Dressed to Impress exhibit\, for a special Q&A on ‘80s footwear and fashion. \nAn instant sensation on its 1985 release\, this endearing tale of five mismatched students gritting their teeth through a Saturday detention has won generations of fans not only for its iconic characters\, career-defining performances and endlessly quotable dialogue but also for its much imitated\, eternally fresh outfits. \nWhether you’re a Brain or an Athlete\, a Basket Case or a Princess—whether you wear cone heels\, Gucci loafers or New Wave rocker boots—you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind celebration of this beloved movie classic and its unforgettable style. \nThis screening is presented in partnership with Hot Docs. \nTo learn more about the event\, click here.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/80s-extravaganza-the-breakfast-club-with-hot-docs/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240305T163524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T190721Z
UID:13116-1712491200-1712505600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrate Spring
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Included with general admission\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nSpring has sprung at the Bata Shoe Museum! Join us for self-serve crafts and a museum-wide scavenger hunt to celebrate the return to Spring! Crafts are subject to change. Scavenger hunt for children ages 10 and under. Available while supplies last.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/celebrate-spring/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240402T195937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T191210Z
UID:13273-1713607200-1713718800@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Exhibition Opening: Free Community Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our spring exhibition opening of Exhibit A: Investigating Crime and Footwear. Admission is free all weekend and everyone is invited! Enjoy a full schedule of exhibition tours and family-friendly hands-on activities including crafts\, make-your-own puzzle\, and prizes. \nRSVP HERE  \nSATURDAY\nHourly Exhibition Tours\nTours start at 11 am\, 12 pm\, 1 pm\, 2 pm\, 3 pm  \nTour Option 1: Exhibit A: Investigating Crime and Footwear\nTour Option 2: All About Shoes\, Dressed To Impress\, and In Bloom \nDrop-In Games \n12 pm – Mystery Wheel of Footwear\n1 pm – Riddle Trivia\n2 pm – Mystery Wheel of Footwear\n3 pm – Riddle Trivia \nSUNDAY \nHourly Exhibition Tours\nTours start at 1 pm\, 2 pm\, 3 pm  \nTour Option 1: Exhibit A: Investigating Crime and Footwear\nTour Option 2: All About Shoes\, Dressed To Impress\, and In Bloom\n\nDrop-In Games \n1 pm – Mystery Wheel of Footwear\n2 pm – Riddle Trivia\n3 pm – Mystery Wheel of Footwear \nSelf guided crafts available all day. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Crafts and prizes are subject to change. Available while supplies last.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/spring-community-weekend/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240320T160630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T132042Z
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SUMMARY:Dramatic Soles
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday April 27\, from 10:30am to 4:30pm\nCost: $40/person\nFriends of the BSM: $35/person\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum \nHave you ever wanted to learn how to write a theatrical play? This is the workshop for you! In celebration of our upcoming exhibition Exhibit A: Investigating Crime and Footwear\, Dramatic Soles: Writing Plays and Perspectives in Someone Else’s Shoes welcomes new and emerging playwrights to explore the writing process as inspired by footwear and crime. Join celebrated Canadian Playwright Steven Elliott Jackson in learning play constructing\, formatting\, character construction\, plot development\, and theme devices that make great plays. Learners will leave with a ten-minute play and the skills to write bigger and longer works. Museum admission\, instruction\, and light refreshments are all included. There will be a 1-hour lunch break built into the schedule. Lunch will not be provided. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT STEVEN ELLIOTT JACKSON: \n \nSteven Elliott Jackson is an award-winning playwright based out of the Region of Waterloo. In 2017\, his play\, “The Seat Next To The King”\, which won Best New Play at The Toronto Fringe in 2017\, performed in Kitchener and Buffalo in 2019\, was published by Scirocco Drama in April 2018. In 2020\, his play\, “Three Ordinary Men” won Best New Play at the Hamilton Fringe Festival\, was selected as a finalist in the ScreenCraft Stage Play contest\, and nominated 5 times for the 2022 Dora Awards (Canada’s biggest theatre awards). In 2022\, Steven premiered two shows at the Toronto Fringe\, the acclaimed drama\, “The Garden of Alla” and the critically loved family musical\, “The Prince’s Big Adventure”. In 2023\, his immersive play\, “The Will of A Woman” premiered at the historic Spadina House. He also received funding from the Region of Waterloo Arts Fund to develop the drama\, “Comfort And Joy” and was commissioned by Green Light Arts to develop “Poppies For Bukkan” for a future season.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/dramatic-soles/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240320T162332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T132815Z
UID:13215-1715194800-1715205600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Shoulder Pads to Stilettos
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, May 8\, 2024 from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)\nCost: $40\nFriends of the BSM & CAFTCAD Members – $30\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nDiscover the lasting impact of the 1980s on fashion\, culture\, film and television during a panel talk presented by the Bata Shoe Museum in collaboration with The Canadian Alliance of Film & Television Costume Arts and Design (CAFTCAD). Inspired by the BSM’s current exhibition Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s\, and moderated by celebrated journalist Nathalie Atkinson\, panelists Nishi Bassi\, Suzanne Boyd\, and Allisa Swanson\, will share their insights on the cultural significance of this dynamic era and it’s lasting impression in the world of film and television. All galleries will be open for viewing\, drinks and snacks available for purchase.  \nEvening Agenda\nDoors Open –  7:00 pm\nPanel Talk – 7:30 pm\nQ&A – 8:30 pm\nClose – 10:00 pm \nMEET THE SPEAKERS:\n\nABOUT NATHALIE ATKINSON: \n \nNathalie Atkinson is a Toronto-based culture journalist and film critic. A regular contributor to The Globe and Mail\, Zoomer magazine\, and member of the Toronto Film Critics Association\, she has also published freelance writing for FASHION\, Vulture\, CNN Style\, BBC Culture\, and Noir City. In addition to guest lectures and on-stage interviews at Hot Docs\, TIFF\, VIFF\, TIFA\, the Toronto Public Library\, the AGO\, and the Museum of Fine Arts Boston\, Nathalie is the creator and host of Designing the Movies\, a monthly film series of notable art direction\, costume and production design on screen.  \n\n\nABOUT SUZANNE BOYD: \n \nSuzanne Boyd is the editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Zoomer Magazine. Prior to her current role — Suzanne was named Editor-in-Chief of Suede magazine\, which was named to Advertising Age’s prestigious A List and was also lauded in The New York Times\, The New York Daily News\, Italian Vogue and Women’s Wear Daily. Renowned for her pivotal role as Editor-In-Chief (1996-2004) of the then Rogers Media fashion title FLARE magazine\, Suzanne was the first person of colour to helm a national Canadian publication. Suzanne’s reported essays and personal journalism have also appeared in Maclean’s\, The Toronto Star\, O The Oprah Magazine\, O at Home and Vogue. As one of Canada’s original influencers\, Suzanne regularly appears on TV\, radio\, and digital platforms – providing lead commentary from politics to pop culture; and is perennially named to multiple Best Dressed lists. INSTAGRAM: @suzanneboyd_ \n\n\nABOUT ALLISA SWANSON: \n \nAllisa Swanson has been in the movie biz since 1994. Her first job in costumes was in Los Angeles as on the show Gun starting James Gandolfini and Patricia Arquette. Her costume design credits include Firefly Lane on Netflix\, Disney’s Turner and Hooch\, The CW’s The 100\, and her current project So Help Me Todd for CBS. Allisa is often referred to as the ‘kind” costume designer who inspired actress Selma Blair to publicly share her Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis in 2018. \n\n\nABOUT NISHI BASSI: \n \nNishi Bassi is a Curator and Exhibitions Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in the museum industry. Her educational background is in British history\, and current research interests include fashion\, consumer culture\, and post-colonialism. She is also an EDI champion\, who strategically plans and advocates for change to ensure that accessibility remains a priority in all projects. Nishi has been with the Bata Shoe Museum since 2013 where she currently works as the Curator and Manager of Exhibitions. She also holds a volunteer position on the Board of Directors for ICOM Canada. “Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s” is her first major solo exhibition\, and will be accompanied by a publication in spring 2024.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/shoulder-pads-to-stilettos/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240518T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161148
CREATED:20240403T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T133525Z
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SUMMARY:Clog Planter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $55/person\nFriends of the BSM: $50/person\nWhen: May 18\, 2024 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm\nLength: 4 hours total (One hour will be dedicated to lunch)\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum \nJoin us at the Bata Shoe Museum for an exciting workshop celebrating the fusion of art\, nature\, and footwear design! In celebration of our In Bloom: Flowers & Footwear exhibition\, we’re thrilled to present a Clog Planter Workshop hosted by artist and professional gardener Wendy Woodworth. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will explore the creative potential of wooden clogs by transforming them into one-of-a-kind planters. No experience is necessary!  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease present your ticket at the Front Desk upon arrival. \nThis workshop will take place in-person in Footprints at the Bata Shoe Museum (located on the ground level). All materials and general access to the museum are included. Please arrive 5-15 minutes prior so that the workshop can begin on schedule. Limited spots available. Refunds only permitted with over 72 hours notice. Within 72 hours notice\, all ticket sales are considered final and refunds will not be issued. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions. \n\nABOUT THE ARTIST: \n \nWendy Woodworth graduated from U of T with an honours Bsc. specializing in Botany. Gardening experience was gained working for the Toronto Parks Department both outside and in the greenhouses. \nStarting in 1982 she worked at Spadina Museum\, first helping with the rehabilitation of the grounds and then managing the 6 acres\, growing the annuals and vegetables used in the gardens and supplying decorative plants and flower arrangements for the house. \nBecause Spadina is an historic site\, Wendy did much research into the availability of plant material in Toronto over the time period of the house\, which was originally built in 1866 and has given talks to garden clubs and historic societies.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/clog-planter-workshop/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Dressed to Impress Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday May 23\, 2024 at 6:30 pm\nCost: Free\, registration required\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum \nJoin the Bata Shoe Museum with special guest Elamin Abdelmahmoud of CBC’s Commotion to celebrate the launch of Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s\, a captivating new book by Nishi Bassi\, curator of the BSM’s Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s exhibition. Step into the vibrant world of 1980s fashion as Nishi and Elamin discuss the iconic trends and influences that defined an era. From power heels to punk rock boots\, Dressed to Impress explores the intersection of fashion and pop culture\, revealing the lasting impact of ’80s icons on consumer culture both then and today. A must-have addition to any fashion lover’s library. Copies of the book and light refreshments will be available for purchase.   \nEvening Agenda\nDoors open: 6:00 pm\nDiscussion: 6:30 pm\nDoors Close: 9:30 pm \nCopies of the book\, light refreshments\, and drinks available for purchase \nRSVP NOW  \n\nABOUT ELAMIN ABDELMAHMOUD: \n \nElamin Abdelmahmoud is the host of CBC’s daily arts\, entertainment and pop culture show Commotion. He is an award-winning culture writer who has written for The New York Times\, BuzzFeed News\, the Globe and Mail and others. Elamin is the author of the No. 1 best-selling memoir Son of Elsewhere\, a New York Times notable book and a Globe 100 book. Please don’t ask him about his second book yet.  \n\n\nABOUT NISHI BASSI: \n \nNishi Bassi is a Curator and Exhibitions Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in the museum industry. Her educational background is in British history\, and current research interests include fashion\, consumer culture\, and post-colonialism. She is also an EDI champion\, who strategically plans and advocates for change to ensure that accessibility remains a priority in all projects. Nishi has been with the Bata Shoe Museum since 2013 where she currently works as the Curator and Manager of Exhibitions. She also holds a volunteer position on the Board of Directors for ICOM Canada. “Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s” is her first major solo exhibition\, and will be accompanied by a publication in spring 2024.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/dressed-to-impress-book-launch/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Moccasin-Making with the Manitobah Storyboot School
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $195/person\, FREE for Indigenous Youth and Young Adults (First Nation/Metis/Inuit ages 12-30 yrs)\nWhen: Saturday June 1\, 8\, and 15 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLength: 18 hours total (over 3 days)\nWhere: Footprints Lecture Room at the Bata Shoe Museum \nLearn the traditional art of moccasin-making with expert Indigenous artisan Rosary Spence! \nThis workshop is designed to teach classic hand sewing techniques in beading and leatherwork. Rosary Spence will guide you through the steps of creating moccasins by hand including pattern-making\, beadwork\, design\, construction and care for your finished product. Students will be provided with all the necessary tools to complete their project and guided through the process from start to finish. This is a course best suited for youth 12+ and adults. \nPlease show your QR code in your registration confirmation or give your name to our Visitor Services desk when checking in. The workshop will be held in our Footprints lecture room located on the ground level. \nBUY TICKETS HERE\n\nNote: Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions. \n  \nMEET THE INSTRUCTOR:\n\nABOUT ROSARY SPENCE: \n \nSinger/ Song Writer\, Rosary Spence is a musician and entrepreneur with a powerhouse of a voice\, soulful Indigenous styles and innovative spirit. Born and on western shores of James Bay\, Fort Albany First Nation\, Mushkego Cree Territory\, Spence strongly believes in the ability to heal our communities through the strength of the youth and the wisdom of our elders. Music has been a lifetime journey for Spence\, singing since early childhood and playing an array of instruments since her early teens. Spence possesses an extensive background and experience as a designer\, a performing artist\, and an arts facilitator. Currently residing in Toronto\, Ontario\, where she is raising her family\, Spence also works in the social sector and is highly active within the arts community.\n \nTo learn more about The Storyboot School\, please visit their website here.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/moccasin-making-2024/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Classic Crime Movie Trivia
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, June 5 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)\nCost: $25/person\nFriends of the BSM: $20/person\n \nCalling all fans of classic crime movies! How well do you know The Godfather Part 1 and 2\, The Usual Suspects\, Reservoir Dogs\, and Goodfellas?  Get ready to boast your movie trivia knowledge\, while competing for prizes! Tickets include one beverage and access to explore the entire museum after hours\, including Exhibit A: Investigating Crime and Footwear so be sure to come early. Attend as individuals or as a team of a maximum of 6 people. This is a 19+ event. Additional drinks and light snacks will be available for purchase.    \nPlease note\, tables will be assigned for this trivia based on team number. Smaller teams may be required to share a table.  \nAgenda\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Trivia\n10:00 pm – Doors Close\n \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease present your ticket at the Front Desk upon arrival.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/classic-crime-movie-trivia/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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