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SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) Immigrant Dreams: The Culture Behind the Craft
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025 – CANCELLED\nTime: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $15 General\, $10 Senior (65+) / Student (with ID) \nJoin us for Immigrant Dreams\, a powerful panel discussion exploring how children of immigrants are making their mark in the sneaker customization world. From turning passion into profit to navigating the challenges of the creative industry\, this conversation highlights the resilience\, artistry\, and entrepreneurial spirit driving the next generation of sneaker artists and designers. Featuring Daniel Mossayebi\,  CEO of Inked Out Kicks\, a leading sneaker customization brand pushing the boundaries of wearable art\, Jasmin Pannu\, award-winning multidisciplinary artist known for her bold\, storytelling-driven designs\, and Daniello Tetangco\, founder of Daniello Toronto\, a local clothing and lifestyle brand blending streetwear with cultural identity. \nWhether you’re a sneaker enthusiast\, aspiring entrepreneur\, or someone who appreciates the power of cultural storytelling\, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. \nAgenda\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00 pm – Panel Begins\n8:00 pm – Panel Ends – Galleries Open\n9:30 pm – Museum Closes \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nMEET THE SPEAKERS:\n\nABOUT DANIEL MOSSAYEBI: \n \nA self-taught artist\, Daniel’s work with Inked Out Kicks includes sneaker customization\, sneaker restoration\, special events\, activations\, and workshops. With a refined attention to detail\, a love for drawing\, and an obsession with sneakers\, Daniel has worked with clients ranging from The Government of Canada\, Puma\, MLSE\, Adidas\, Xbox\, Linkedin\, and Pinterest. He treats each customized shoe as his own emphasizing quality above everything. \n\n\nABOUT JASMIN PANNU: \n \nJasmin Pannu is an award-winning artist who has created projects ranging from murals\, to canvas works and digital product design for clients such as Lancome\, Fritolay\, Footlocker\, UPS\, City of Toronto\, Nike and more. Her art practice is diverse in style and tools- picking up everything from a henna cone to acrylics\, spray paints and ink to develop aesthetics that intrigue\, bring beauty and create connection. She loves to teach when she can. The main intent around everything in her art practice is to challenge\, to create\, to transform- people\, spaces and moments.\n \n\nABOUT DANIELLO TETANGCO: \n \nDaniello is the founder of local clothing and lifestyle brand Daniello Toronto. His love for art fashion and footwear has blessed him with the opportunities to work with various NBA athletes on custom on-court and off-court foot wear. He has worked with various celebrities like NBA star DeMar DeRozan\, James Johnson\, and music star Chris Brown. His dream is to have the outlet to showcase his artistic talent to the World and to one day open up a retail store in the heart of downtown Toronto and to be in a position to give back to the community.\n \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors\, please review our Terms & Conditions to learn more about Visitor & Accessibility Services\, Ticketing\, Returns & Exchanges\, Privacy & Media\, and more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/immigrant-dreams/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Talks
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SUMMARY:PD Days
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Included with General Admission\nWhen: Friday\, October 10\, 2025 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nWhere: Throughout the museum \nSpend your PD Day at the Bata Shoe Museum! Explore our amazing exhibitions\, take a museum tour\, join a game of trivia\, and get creative at our craft stations. \nDaily Schedule\nAll-Ages Trivia: 10:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\nTest your knowledge and learn something new in our exciting trivia game.  \nExhibition Tours: 11:30 am\, 1:30 pm\nExplore the stories behind footwear from around the world with guided tours of our All About Shoes and take a deep dive into the designs behind your favourite sneaker brand in Art/Wear: Sneakers x Artists. \nSelf-Guided Hands-On Crafts and & Activities: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\nHands-on sensory station\nScavenger hunt through the museum\nShoe-themed crafts\n\nPlease note: Supervision is not provided. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). PD Days activities are included with general admission. Pre-booking is not required unless you are a group of 12 or more. Tours and activities are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors\, please review our Terms & Conditions to learn more about Visitor & Accessibility Services\, Ticketing\, Returns & Exchanges\, Privacy & Media\, and more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/pd-days/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) Learn to Crochet: Granny Square Croc Covers
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, October 11\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (Doors open 10:45 am)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $25 General \nGive your Crocs a unique twist with colourful granny squares! This hands-on workshop is perfect for those with some crochet experience and will guide you through selecting yarn and materials\, mastering techniques like the magic loop and double crochet\, and learning to read crochet patterns. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll have your own set of handmade granny square Croc covers and patterns to use for future projects. \nAll materials are included in the workshop fee\, and complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided to keep the creativity flowing. Please note\, you must provide your own crocs.  \n\nNote: Want to get a head start on your crochet learning journey? Sign up for our Learn to Crochet: Laces workshop. This event is suitable for ages 12+.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nAgenda\n10:45 am – Doors Open\n11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Workshop\n1:00 pm – Workshop ends\, participants may look through galleries \nPlease check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nABOUT THE ARTIST:\n \nRachel Schwartz Fagan is a storyteller\, Ontario Certified Teacher\, and emerging textile artist. She holds an M.Phil in Children’s Literature and her work has been longlisted for CANSCAIP’s Writing for Children Award. As a settler in Tkaronto\, Rachel has a passion for facilitating creativity and environmental stewardship in arts and education spaces. Rachel is an avid zinester\, and has been nominated for the Broken Pencil Zine Awards in 2018 and 2020. \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors\, please review our Terms & Conditions to learn more about Visitor & Accessibility Services\, Ticketing\, Returns & Exchanges\, Privacy & Media\, and more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/crochet-level-two-granny-square-croc-covers/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:BSM at the ROM's Free Main Floor
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, October 18\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm\nLocation: Royal Ontario Museum\, 100 Queens Park\, Toronto\, ON M5S 2C6\nTickets: Free \nThe Bata Shoe Museum pops up on ROM’s Free Main Floor with a touch table featuring unique shoes from around the world\, a make-your-own bolo tie and shoe pin activity\, and a giant inflatable shoe selfie wall. Also\, don’t miss a special performance from Zimbabwe-born international artist\, Masimba Hwati\, who is also be speaking at ROM. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/bsm-at-the-roms-free-main-floor/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:BSM at the ROM's Free Main Floor
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, October 19\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm\nLocation: Royal Ontario Museum\, 100 Queens Park\, Toronto\, ON M5S 2C6\nTickets: Free \nThe Bata Shoe Museum pops up on ROM’s Free Main Floor with a touch table featuring unique shoes from around the world\, a make-your-own bolo tie and shoe pin activity\, and a giant inflatable shoe selfie wall. Also\, don’t miss a special performance from Zimbabwe-born international artist\, Masimba Hwati\, who is also be speaking at ROM. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/bsm-at-the-roms-free-main-floor-2/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Linocut Workshop: Shoe Themed Tote Bag
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\nTime: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:00 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $50 General \nStep into creativity with this hands-on linocut workshop! Learn the basics of linocut carving and stamping as you design and create your very own shoe-themed tote bag. Perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike\, this workshop will guide you step-by-step to craft a unique and stylish design inspired by footwear.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes materials\, access to all exhibitions\, one complimentary drink\, and light snacks. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors\, please review our Terms & Conditions to learn more about Visitor & Accessibility Services\, Ticketing\, Returns & Exchanges\, Privacy & Media\, and more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/linocut-workshop-shoe-themed-tote-bag/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T120000
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free\nWhen: Sunday\, October 26\nWhere: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.) \nBOO! This Halloween we will be celebrating in costume and invite you to join us! We will have family friendly crafts\, a museum-wide “trick-or-treat” inspired scavenger hunt\, and a chance to show off your costume on our Halloween runway!  Our ever-popular iSpy game cards and try-on station will also be available to add to the family-friendly fun. \nRunway Times\nWe kindly request that anyone who would like to take part in the runway sign up at the redemption table on B1 before the runway. \n1:00 pm\n3:00 pm  \nKids must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease note\, this event will be held during a ‘Free Sunday’. When you arrive\, please check in with the front desk to acquire your admission ticket\, or reserve in advance online. \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors\, please review our Terms & Conditions to learn more about Visitor & Accessibility Services\, Ticketing\, Returns & Exchanges\, Privacy & Media\, and more.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-bsm-2025/
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