Get your art crawl on in Toronto or cruise up to a bike drive-in in Hamilton, and more in this week’s indie events.
HALIFAX
Douglas Roche, former Canadian senator and author of How We Stopped Loving The Bomb, will lead a discussion about the worldwide benefits that would result from banning nuclear weapons.
September 13-24, Future Craft, Anna Leonowens Gallery, Granville Square, 1891 Granville Street
Future Craft, as part of a five-year study from the University of Scotland, entitled Past, Present and Future Craft Practice, seeks to explore the relationship of craft and its history to our modern society. On display will be the work of five artists who were a part of the research.
TORONTO
Sept. 14, WordStage, Dooney’s Cafe, 296 Brunswick Avenue, 7:30pm
WordStage, an evening presented by Quattro Books, is a reading series devoted to prose, poetry and drama by up-and-coming authors as well as those already established in the literary world. September 14, the opening night, will see work by Liz Howard, Howard Engel and others!
September 16-18, Queen West Art Crawl, from Bathurst to Roncesvalles
Over 250 Toronto artists will be showcasing their work in the 9th annual installment of the Queen West Art Crawl. Enjoy a talk by one of the featured guest speakers or simple take a walking tour of the street. There’s something for everyone
Infinity Plus One, MKG127, 127 Ossington Avenue, ongoing until October 8.
The second solo exhibition by Toronto-based artist, Adam David Brown, explores the connection between mathematics, physics and the paranormal. His art dives into the relationship between the rational and abstract worlds, a fascinating topic to be illustrated through art.
September 13, The Cambridge Footlights, The Rivoli, 334 Queen Street West.
The Rivoli is opening its doors to the famous Cambridge Footlights, coming all the way from Britain and, you guessed it, Cambridge University. The troupe has been the foothold that many notable comedians, such as John Cleese, have used to start their forays into the comedy world. Plus, comedy is just a little bit better in a British accent
MONTREAL
Until Sept. 21, For my dear, Atwater, Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater, Westmount
Receiving its title from the inscription Leonard Cohen wrote on the inside of Flowers for Hitler, this exhibit is a collection of the gems from the archives of the Atwater library, spanning the entire 182 years its doors have been open.
Sept.14, Art Deco Montreal, 10755 Saint-Charles, 5:15 pm
The Sainte-Madeleine-Sophie-Barat Church is opening its doors to visitors for a guided tour on September 14. The immense church is a beautiful example of the art deco style that was popular in the early 20th century. Guests are welcome to join the tour guides and other guests for dinner at Restaurant La Molisana. Dinner reservations should be made by guests beforehand.
HAMILTON
Shine up your Schwinn on September 14 and head to Hamilton’s beautiful Hill Street Garden for a Bike-In Movie! The Hamilton Womyn’s Bike Collection, in conjunction with the McMaster University’s Alternative Welcome Week, will be hosting a free screening of “Princess Mononoke.” No bike? No problem. It’s accessible by public transit or car. Did we mention that there will be free popcorn?