Featured Events in Belleville in April, 2025 (June Updated)

English | Canada 2023 | 1hr. 40 min. Cast: Alix West Lefler, Clayne Crawford, Lara Jean Chorostecki, Frances Fisher, Aden Young An isolated east coast island receives a wonderful gift that appears to answer so many needs. But the miraculous opportunity, received joyfully at first, begins to reshape and divide the tightly knit village. Prosperity, first received with such grace, becomes commonplace, then demanded and then hoarded. Miracles are delicate and dangerous things. Information Source: The Empire Theatre - Movies | eventbrite

Play kpanlogo , djembe , gome and other drums, learn technique, and learn songs! Experienced players will be challenged with complex rhythms, and new players will be introduced to simple rhythms. No previous expeience required - all ages and abilities welcome! A note about accesibility: The space is currently in plans for renovations, including the installation of a wheelchair-accessible washroom. Currently, the space has these features: stairs leading to front entrance no push button entrance non-accessible washroom $10 / general admission. For group rates, email africanartsinstitutecanada [at] gmail.com. Drop-ins welcome. Cash accepted at the door. Drums provided (come early to ensure your spot!). ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR www.isaacniiakrong.com Isaac Akrong is an exceptional performer of traditional dance and drumming. Hailing from the Ga people of the coastal belt of Ghana, he was immersed in the traditions of his culture at an early age. His love of traditional music and arts led him to the University of Ghana, School of Performing Arts where he completed an undergraduate degree. Isaac was invited to join the Ghana Dance Ensemble of the Institute of African Studies, Legon, where he continued with his learning and love of traditional music, performing a multitude of different cultural dances. Isaac holds a master’s degree in dance and a PhD in ethnomusicology from York University. For many years he taught African music and dance at York University, Wesleyan University in Connecticut, and Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. He has taught all ages, everywhere from Ontario Early Years Centres, elementary and secondary schools, post-secondary, as well as with adults and seniors. As a choreographer, master drummer, and artistic director, Isaac creates new works as well as maintains traditional music and dance through the African Dance Ensemble. The group has performed all across Ontario, in addition to England and the US. Isaac also founded Humanity in Harmony festival, which ran for three years, bringing together multi-disciplinary artists, academics, and community members in a celebration of our common humanity through the arts. Isaac has a strong commitment to sharing his knowledge of traditional dance and drumming with the world. As a researcher, he is determined to see Ghanaian music and dance documented for future generations. “My goal is to propagate the message of African culture and explain everything possible about it. I am building on the knowledge that exists so that people will understand African music and dance more.” He believes that, as humans, “We sing and dance through our lives on earth and beyond.” In 2023, with a Board of Directors, Isaac incorporated African Arts Institute, a non-for-profit centre for education, research, and entertainment in African arts. Learn more at www.africanartsinstitute.com Information Source: African Arts Institute | eventbrite

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Glass Succulents 12" acacia wood Tray with 3 x 3" Terra cotta pots with colorful sea or recycled glass succulents, or 8.5" Dish Garden Come create your own forever succulent plant that never needs watered or sunlight that is a great keepsake for years to come. You will have a choice of multiple colors of sea glass or recycled glass to choose from to match any decor. All supplies are included grab your friend and favorite snack or beverage for a fun craft day/night out. Information Source: Great Lakes Crafting, LLC | eventbrite