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SUMMARY:Powwow Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, March 9\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm\nTicket: Free\, registration required\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum \nExperience the vibrant energy of Powwow dancing in this free all-ages\, all-abilities workshop led by Deanne Hupfield\, host of How to Powwow Dance on YouTube. Deanne will share the beauty of these dances but also her personal stories\, fostering awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture. Whether you’re new to Powwow dance or looking to deepen your connection with it\, join us for an inspiring and educational experience celebrating resilience\, tradition\, and community. \nRSVP NOW  \nPlease present your e-ticket at the front desk upon arrival.  We encourage visitors to arrive 5-15 minutes early and to wear comfortable clothes to dance/move in and appropriate shoes. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions or concerns. \nABOUT THE ARTIST\nHost of How to Powwow Dance on YouTube\, Deanne Hupfield is Ojibwe from Temagami First Nation. Raised in Thunder Bay\, Ontario\, Deanne dances Fancy Shawl\, Jingle Dress\, and Hoop dance and has spent her life reconnecting to the culture that was taken from her mother through the 60’s Scoop. Everything that she has learned about culture and powwow she has brought back to her community.  She has been teaching powwow dance and Regalia making in her community for over 20 years and now she shares her stories in hopes of building awareness of Indigenous culture.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/intro-to-powwow-dance/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:March Break 2025
DESCRIPTION:When: Monday\, March 10 – Saturday\, March 15\nTime: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission.)  \nStep into a fun-filled March Break at the Bata Shoe Museum with daily crafts\, games\, and tours that are sure to keep kids and adults entertained all week long. Get creative at our self-guided craft station\, join one of our expert guides for a fascinating tour of our galleries\, or challenge your footwear knowledge with our Wheel of Shoes Trivia game for a chance to win a shoe-themed prize.  \nDaily Drop-In Programming Schedule\nEach program runs for about 45 minutes to 1 hour \n11:00 am – Guided Exhibition Tour\n12:00 pm – Wheel of Shoes Trivia\n1:00 pm – Guided Exhibition Tour\n2:00 pm – Wheel of Shoes Trivia  \nAll March Break programming is included with your general admission ticket for adults and children. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Crafts are while supplies last.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/march-break-2025/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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SUMMARY:Curator's Talk: Celebrating Women in Design
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, March 11\nTime: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Doors Open 6:30 pm)\nTicket:  $15 General Admission\, $10 Student (ID Required) and Senior (65+)\, Free for Friends of the BSM\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum \nJoin us for an inspiring lecture by Bata Shoe Museum Curator Nishi Bassi as she explores the impactful\, but often underrecognized contributions of women in shoe design. From Beth Levine’s pioneering work in the mid-20th century to Aurora James’s modern activism-driven designs\, women have played a vital role in shaping the footwear industry. This engaging talk will explore the artistry and influence of these remarkable women but also examine the barriers that have historically limited female representation in shoemaking. Discover how these trailblazers have carved their path in a male-dominated field\, paving the way for future generations. \nAgenda\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00 pm – Lecture Begins\n8:00 pm – Lecture Ends\, Galleries Open\n9:30 – Doors Close \nPlease present your e-ticket at the front desk upon arrival. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nBUY TICKETS \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 currently holds a volunteer position on the Board of Directors for ICOM Canada.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/the-few-but-mighty/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Lets Get Physical: 80s Aerobics Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, March 16\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (Doors open at 10:30 am)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $20 General\, $15 Friends of the BSM (includes access to all current exhibitions)  \nChannel your inner Jane Fonda and wear your best 80s bodysuits\, leg warmers\, and neon as you join us for a high-energy\, 80s-inspired group class featuring the best music\, moves\, and fashion from the 1980s. Led by Choreographer\, Educator\, and Dancer Melissa Bartrem\, this adult dancercise class is designed for all skill levels. Following the class\, explore our current exhibitions including Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s.  \nThis event is open to all ages but recommended for participants 16+. Please arrive early\, ready to go by 11:00 am sharp. Washrooms are available for changing and a self-monitored area for bags and coats will be available.  \nPlease present your e-ticket at the front desk upon arrival. Refunds are permitted within 3 business days. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
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SUMMARY:Ultimate 80s Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $25 General\, $20 Friends of the BSM (includes one beverage and access to all current exhibitions) \nDust off your shoulder pads\, tease your hair\, and grab your Rubik’s Cube—it’s time to test your knowledge of everything totally tubular about the 80s with our Ultimate 80s Trivia Night! From chart-topping music hits and iconic blockbuster movies to world-shaping events and retro footwear trends\, this is your chance to prove you’re the ultimate 80s expert. This is our final 80s trivia event celebrating the Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s exhibition\, so don’t miss your chance to show off your smarts and say goodbye to this amazing showcase of 80s style. \nAgenda\n6:30 pm – Doors open\n7:00 pm – Trivia\n8:00 pm – Galleries open\n9:00 pm – Museum Closed \nPlease present your e-ticket at the front desk upon arrival. Refunds are permitted within 3 business days. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/ultimate-80s-trivia/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The Final Countdown: 80s Video Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 22\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $35 General\, $30 Friends of the BSM (includes access to all current exhibitions and 1 complimentary drink)  \nThis is a 19+ event. Please present your e-ticket at the front desk upon arrival. Refunds are permitted within 3 business days. Please contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.\n \nStep back in time to relive the magic of the 1980s at The Final Countdown: An ’80s Video Dance Party as we celebrate the closing of our hit exhibition Dressed to Impress: Footwear and Consumerism in the 1980s. Dance the night away to the greatest hits of the 80s with iconic music videos playing on big screens and a retro-fun photo booth to capture your totally tubular look. \nTicket includes: one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage\, retro photo booth\, DJ video dance party\, and access to all current exhibitions. Additional beverages and snacks will be available for purchase. Debit/credit only.  \nCome out and party like it’s 1989!  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/80s-video-dance/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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