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Reciprocal: Chidera Ikewibe (CHI.IKE), Jada Malik Larkin, and Phoenix Thomas
Reciprocal aims to highlight a mutual exchange of creative expression, embodying the idea of unity and equality. Each piece complements and resonates with the others, as all three artists understand the process of translating their personal experiences onto the canvas through their creative work. The gallery acts as a reciprocal reflection of their collective efforts.
PowerPoint Karaoke
Embrace the thrill of uncertainty with us, one week earlier than usual! Gear up for an evening of trailblazing missteps as we go Flirting with Failure on Friday, May 3, 7–9pm. Join our eclectic assemblage of self-proclaimed geniuses as they navigate the labyrinth of trial and error, unearthing hidden treasures amidst the chaos of their endeavours. Who knows what pearls of wisdom may emerge from this daring expedition into the land of miscalculation? Don't miss your chance to find out!
Cassie Paine: Pedestrian Values
Pedestrian Values reflects on economic shifts, labour patterns, and development in post-industrial urban cities. Using metal fabrication casting, and interventionist tactics to alter coded materials and infrastructure found in public space, these installations reveal underlying power structures in urban environments, critiquing capitalist value systems focused on profit and development, exposing how these ideals are built into our everyday environment.
See/Saw #9: Daisies
Join us in the gallery for an intimate screening of Daisies, directed by Věra Chytilová. This event is part of our free monthly film screening series, See/Saw, an ongoing program of experimental, avant-garde, indie, arthouse, and outsider films. Seating is limited. Films start at 7:30pm.
Community Connector
Free open mic poetry, storytelling, and drum circle hosted by Teajai Travis, Windsor’s Multicultural Community Storyteller.
See/Saw #10: Happy Together
Join us in the gallery for an intimate screening of Happy Together, directed by Wong Kar Wai. This event is part of our free monthly film screening series, See/Saw, an ongoing program of experimental, avant-garde, indie, arthouse, and outsider films. Seating is limited. Films start at 7:30pm.
PowerPoint Karaoke
Deliver a presentation based on ten slides you’ve never seen before. No prep! No pressure! Free!
Community Connector
Free open mic poetry, storytelling, and drum circle hosted by Teajai Travis, Windsor’s Multicultural Community Storyteller.
What Works? #7
What Works? is a practical skills workshop series for youth working toward a career in arts administration. This month’s presenters are Kristina Bradt and Stephen Nilsson. They will be offering insight into the ways we can create opportunities for connection and collaboration through community-based projects.
What Can I Do? w/ UyenThi Tran Myhre
In our lives and as part of movements and organization, many of us play different roles in pursuit of equity, shared liberation, inclusion, and justice. Sometimes, we feel overwhelmed, confused, or ineffective as we reach for our goals. The Social Change Ecosystem, developed by Deepa Iyer, is a framework that can anchor and guide your work. Join us on Thursday, April 18, 7–9pm, for an intro to the framework from UyenThi Tran Myhre, Coordinator at the Building Movement Project.
PowerPoint Karaoke
Step into the realm of innovation with us! On Friday, April 12, 7–9pm, we're bringing you Advanced Prototypes: an electrifying showcase of ostensibly groundbreaking inventions. Join our presumably esteemed presenters as they unveil their latest prototypes and visionary concepts. Be among the first to witness the future unfold before your eyes. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the frontiers of technology and imagination or something. See you there!
Protest Art for Public Spaces w/ Andrea Slavik
Join us on Thursday, April 11, 6–8pm, for a fun and collaborative design session! Bring your creativity and share ideas in a relaxed atmosphere. We'll be making posters, stickers, prints, buttons, flyers, and more! Everyone is welcome, and all materials will be provided. This is the first in a series of Thursday night workshops throughout April, in connection with Windsor Workers’ Action Centre.
See/Saw #8: Thank You and Good Night
Join us in the gallery for an intimate screening of Thank You and Good Night, directed by Jan Oxenberg. This event is part of our free monthly film screening series, See/Saw, an ongoing program of experimental, avant-garde, indie, arthouse, and outsider films. Seating is limited. Films start at 7:30pm.
Redwork Embroidery Workshop w/ Catherine Heard
Join us from 2–5pm on Saturday, March 23 for a free drop-in embroidery workshop led by Catherine Heard in conjunction with her solo exhibition Redwork: The Emperor of Atlantis. Participation is free and all materials will be provided. No experience is necessary. Assistants will be present to help people learn to embroider!
What Works? #6: What is an Artist Residency? w/ Talysha Bujold-Abu and Maria Mediratta
What Works? is a free practical skills workshop series for youth working toward a career in arts administration. This month’s presenters are Talysha Bujold-Abu and Maria Mediratta. They will provide an introduction to artist residencies and offer comparative insight into their own experiences as artists in residence. Registration required.
Community Connector
Free open mic poetry, storytelling, and drum circle hosted by Teajai Travis, Windsor’s Multicultural Community Storyteller.
Postcards for Palestine
Join us Sunday, March 17, 1–3pm to create your own postcards and write to members of Parliament regarding the ongoing genocide in Gaza. We’ll provide blank postcards and art materials so you can create your own design. Postcards will be collected and mailed at the end of the event. Free! All ages welcome!
Table Talk #6: Polenta Board w/ Rose Tobin
Table Talk is a bi-monthly series that invites folks to consider the ways food and art come together to transform, connect, and nourish. This month our presenter is Rose Tobin, owner of Mangia Y'all. Rose will reminisce about her father as she discusses one of her favourite dinners he used to prepare: Polenta Board.
Redwork Embroidery Workshop w/ Catherine Heard
Join us from 2–5pm on Saturday, March 16 for a free drop-in embroidery workshop led by Catherine Heard in conjunction with her solo exhibition Redwork: The Emperor of Atlantis. Participation is free and all materials will be provided. No experience is necessary. Assistants will be present to help people learn to embroider!
Catherine Heard: Redwork: The Emperor of Atlantis
Catherine Heard’s Redwork: The Emperor of Atlantis, camouflages scenes of war, injustice, and resistance in a patchwork of antique redwork embroideries. Patriotic imagery, homey domestic scenes and fairy tale characters are juxtaposed with embroideries of traumatic events, raising questions about how history is recorded in the domestic sphere and the stories we tell ourselves as we try to make sense of the world in which we live.
Creative Output Theory's Last Call feat. the Misfits Fashion Show!
Creative Output Theory is going out with a bang! Saturday, March 9… get ready for a night filled with steeze and original creativity from some of the best artists and stylists around. We're excited to bring you the Misfits Fashion Show! New looks by six designers, live music, and one last skate! Don't miss this! Doors: 7pm. Fashion: 7:30pm. Bands: 9:30pm. PWYC.
PowerPoint Karaoke: Strategies for a Vibrant Lifestyle
Here we are once more! Join us on Friday, March 8, 7–9pm, for another engaging session of our riveting lecture series guided by most-likely esteemed academics and scholars. Our focus this week: Strategies for a Vibrant Lifestyle. Join plausible experts as they share transformative insights and practical techniques to enhance your well-being and potentially unleash your full potential. Unlock the keys to living your life, maybe!
Creative Output Theory’s Second Last Chance!
It’s almost your last chance to skate the ramp! Join Creative Output Theory on Thursday, March 7, 7–10pm, for the second last open skate session of their residency. FREE!
See/Saw #7: George Washington
Join us in the gallery for an intimate screening of George Washington, directed by David Gordon Green. This event is part of our free monthly film screening series, See/Saw, an ongoing program of experimental, avant-garde, indie, arthouse, and outsider films. Seating is limited. Films start at 7:30pm.
Creative Output Theory Presents: Beginners' Skate!
Creative Output Theory Presents: Skateboarding 101! Join us on Saturday, March 2, 12–4pm, as we go through the fundamentals of skateboarding. If you're just starting out with skateboarding and have little to no experience, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to learn! FREE!
Creative Output Theory: Week Three
It’s week three of Creative Output Theory’s busy residency schedule! Drop in for some open skating on Thursday and Friday and catch a live set by Disco Assault on Friday night. Everything is FREE!
Creative Output Theory Presents: Girls’ Skate 2!
Creative Output Theory welcomes you to Ladies’ Night Pt. 2 at Artcite! Join us on Wednesday, February 28, 7–10pm. All wheels and skill levels welcome—beginner lessons available! If you don't have a board, we have a few extras! FREE!
What Works? #5: Introduction to Artist Grants w/ Stephanie Barnhard
What Works? is a practical skills workshop series for youth working toward a career in arts administration. This month’s presenter is Stephanie Barnhard. Stephanie is the Board President of Windsor Endowment for the Arts. She will be offering an introduction to artist grants. Registration is free.
Community Connector
Free open mic poetry, storytelling, and drum circle hosted by Teajai Travis, Windsor’s Multicultural Community Storyteller.
Creative Output Theory Presents: Girls’ Skate!
Creative Output Theory welcomes you to Ladies’ Night at Artcite! Join us on Wednesday, February 21, 7–10pm. All wheels and skill levels welcome—beginner lessons available! If you don't have a board, we have a few extras! FREE!
Creative Output Theory: Week Two
It’s Creative Output Theory’s second action-packed week! Drop in for some open skating in the gallery, or join Carlos Sanchez, Kamryn Cusumano, and Mike Teves for their Saturday and Sunday afternoon workshops. Everything is free!
Creative Output Theory Presents: Family Skate!
Join us for Family Day fun! This Monday, February 19, 9am–12pm, Creative Output Theory is offering family-friendly free skating, lessons, and of course snacks! All ages and skill levels are welcome. FREE!
Creative Output Theory: Opening Week
Creative Output Theory (COT) is officially open! Drop in Thursday to Saturday for some open skating in the gallery, or join Anthony Di Fazio and Carlos Sanchez for their Sunday afternoon workshops. Everything is free!
Creative Output Theory's Wild Grand Opening!
Get ready! Get hyped! You've waited ever so patiently and now you get to shred it ever so passionately! Creative Output Theory is finally opening its doors to the public this Saturday, February 10! Featuring skateboarding, art, live music, and more. Doors: 8pm. Bands: 8:30pm. PWYC.
PowerPoint Karaoke: Happy Accidents
Join us for another instalment of our captivating lecture series led by random but probably esteemed academics and scholars. This week's theme: Happy Accidents. Potentially explore how chance encounters and unintended discoveries have shaped history and propelled innovation forward!
From the River to the Sea: From the Archive of Resistance
From the Archive of Resistance will bring together two films from the Palestine Film Unit (now the Palestine Cinema Institute). Films produced by the Palestine Film Unit attempt to reclaim Palestinian self-image and narrative through revolutionary and militant cinema, transforming a people “from refugees to freedom fighters.” This event is in collaboration with Nadi Lekol Nas.
Creative Output Theory Presents: Derby Takeover!
Calling all quad skaters! Creative Output Theory would like to invite you to take over their space! Wednesday, February 7, 5–8pm. All ages and all skill levels welcome!
See/Saw #6: Chop Shop
Join us in the gallery for an intimate screening of Chop Shop, directed by Ramin Bahrani. This event is part of our free monthly film screening series, See/Saw, an ongoing program of experimental, avant-garde, indie, arthouse, and outsider films. Seating is limited. Films start at 7:30pm.