Indie Events Roundup: March 2 – March 8

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THE FUTURE is the theme of this week’s Unhealthy, Badly.

Tuesday, March 3

TORONTO

Art Bar Reading Series, 8pm, Black Swan Tavern, 154 Danforth Ave, free

Liz Howard, Ralph Kolewe, and Melanie Lefebvre read.

Wednesday, March 4

TORONTO

Brockton Writers Series, 6:30pm, Full of Beans, 1348 Dundas St W, PWYC ($3-5)

One of our favorite emerging writers series in the world is back! Zoe DiNovi speaks about Wattpad and online influence, followed by readings by Waubgeshig Rice, Hoa Nguyen, Joyce Wane and Karen Connelly.

WordSpell Spoken Word Showcase, 7pm, Free Times Cafe, 320 College St, $6+

An evening of spoken word featuring Sheri-D Wilson, Eyeda Sophia, and an open mic!

OTTAWA

Cross Stitch at the Intersections of Queerness, Feminism & DIY, 6:30pm, AIDS Committee of Ottawa, 19 Main St, free

A DIY craft night and facilitated discussion. Zine making, button making, string art, and more! All in the name of queer feminism.

Friday, March 6

TORONTO

Unhealthy, Badly #3, 7:30pm, 58 Stewart St, $5

The Future is the theme of this edition of DIY art party Unhealthy, Badly. Lots of new work plus a dance party!

Sunday, March 8th

TORONTO

When Women Rule the Night, 6pm, Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham St, $10 advance, $15 door

An evening of powerful performances,music, and art showcasing young women in honor of International Women’s Day. Music by DJ Afroditee.