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37. Kuumba – A Celebration of Black History Month

February 6, 2011

Celebrate Black History Month with Kuumba, two weekends of black history, arts and cultural events, hosted by the Harbourfront Centre!

Kuumba 2011

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in dance classes, plenty of music (including a gospel fest), film screenings, comedy nights, and much more! Throughout this weekend and the next, four historical exhibitions will be on display: On the Road North: Black Canada and the Journey to Freedom, Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada, Voices from Days of Slavery, and Motown Museum. Activities for the kids include storytelling and portrait creation. Musical features include Amadou Kienou, Natasha Waterman, and Pablo Terry.

Most programming is free, making this the perfect opportunity for you to discover Black History Month and the Harbourfront Centre! For more information, visit the Harbourfront Centre’s website.

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22. DJ Skate Saturday Nights

January 22, 2011

Showcasing some of the country’s hottest DJs, DJ Skate Saturday Nights are your chance to strap on your blades and skate to the beat!

DJ Skate Saturday Nights

Not only will you have the opportunity to get your fill of house, dance, and other genres of music, you’ll get to check out the Harbourfront Centre’s Natrel rink, Toronto’s premier skating locale! With an indoor change room with lockers and washrooms, plenty of food and drinks to keep you warm at Lakeside Eats, and free admission, you can’t go wrong with DJ Skate Saturday Nights!

Be sure to also check out skating lessons for the young and the young at heart! For more information, head to the Harbourfront Centre – Skate Culture website.

 

 

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21. Dance Ontario/DanceWeekend 2011

January 21, 2011

Starting today and continuing through the weekend, Dance Ontario Dance Weekend 2011 features some of Toronto’s greatest dance talent!

Dance Ontario/DanceWeekend 2011

Whether you enjoy classical ballet, jazz, or contemporary dance, or if you prefer something along the lines of b-boy, belly dance, or flamenco, there’s something for you to enjoy at this dance celebration at the Harbourfront Centre. Pay-what-you-can at the door (suggested donation of $10), and be sure to check out this annual event’s details on the Harbourfront Centre’s website!