INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / THE JAMII COFFEE / Café da manhã THE JAMII COFFEE Cycles Workshops Drinking coffee the Jamii way! CAFÉ DA MANHÃ Sunday, April 12 from 10 AM to 11 AM Facilitator: Carolina Leite This gathering is part of Jamii’s April Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . This month, The Jamii Coffee explores the idea of café da manhã , a morning gathering centred on warmth, nourishment, and connection. Guided by Carolina Leite, participants will share coffee and conversation in a welcoming, unhurried space. Additional details about the session will be announced soon. The Jamii Coffee welcomes all who are curious about gathering, listening, and sharing. Spots are limited. Registration is required for each The Jamii Coffee gathering. Support free community arts Jamii’s programs are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website. Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s April Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATION OPENS ON MARCH 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME CAROLINA LEITE Artist's bio coming soon. Photo by Ana Higuera

INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / THE JAMII COFFEE / A Cup Remembered for Forty Years THE JAMII COFFEE Cycles Workshops Drinking coffee the Jamii way! A CUP REMEMBERED FOR FORTY YEARS Sunday, March 8, from 10 AM to 11 AM Facilitator: Elif Birbiri This gathering is part of Jamii’s March Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . This month The Jamii Coffee explores the tradition of Turkish coffee, a practice shaped by hospitality, conversation, and time. Prepared unfiltered and served with intention, Turkish coffee has travelled across continents while holding its place at small tables where stories are shared and relationships are formed. Guided by Elif Birbiri, participants experience coffee preparation alongside stories of its cultural roots, reflections on migration and memory, and the tradition of reading fortunes from the cup. The focus is not instruction, but connection, presence, and shared experience. The Jamii Coffee welcomes all who are interested in gathering, listening, and sharing. Spots are limited. Registration is required for each The Jamii Coffee gathering. REGISTER NOW Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME ELİF BİRBİRİ Elif Birbiri is a cook and anthropologist from Turkey, now based in Toronto. As a PhD researcher in anthropology, her work explores how food travels, transforms, and connects people across borders. Through scholarship and practice, she traces the movement of ingredients, recipes, and rituals, revealing how food carries history within it. Outside academia, Elif brings people together through shared meals, conversation, and curiosity. Photo Credit: Unknown

INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / THE JAMII COFFEE / Gabena THE JAMII COFFEE Cycles Workshops Drinking coffee the Jamii way! GABENA Sunday, May 10 from 10 AM to 11 AM Facilitator: Muna Elbadri This gathering is part of Jamii’s May Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . This month, The Jamii Coffee explores the gabena coffee ceremony, a ritual centred on care, memory, and gathering through shared preparation and presence. Guided by Muna Elbadri, and alongside one of her Ethiopian aunties, participants are invited into a ceremonial coffee experience rooted in Ethiopian and Sudanese traditions. Coffee will be roasted on-site, brewed in traditional clay gabena pots, and served with Hambasha bread, Sudanese lega’imat, dates, and frankincense smudging as part of the ritual. Beyond tasting, the gathering includes storytelling and shared learning about coffee’s origins in Ethiopia, its movement across continents, and how ancestors cultivated and honoured the plant. The session invites reflection on how everyday rituals carry history, resilience, and connection across generations. This gathering welcomes all who are curious about coffee, culture, and shared ritual. Spots are limited. Registration is required for each The Jamii Coffee gathering. Support free community arts Jamii’s programs are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website. Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s May Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATION OPENS ON APRIL 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME MUNA ELBADRI Muna Elbadri is the co-owner and operator of Esra’s in Moss Park, a community-rooted space dedicated to holistic wellness. Her knowledge of herbal medicine and food traditions comes from ancestral teachings passed down through her grandmother in Sudan, as well as lived experiences across the Caribbean. Through Esra’s, Muna brings people together around nourishment, care, and cultural knowledge. Photo by Jae Yang

INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / THE JAMII COFFEE / High Tea THE JAMII COFFEE Cycles Workshops Drinking coffee the Jamii way! HIGH TEA Sunday, June 7 from 10 AM to 11 AM Facilitator: Eshe Mercer-James This gathering is part of Jamii’s June Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right. This month, The Jamii Coffee turns its focus to British high tea as a ritual shaped by empire, class, and everyday care. Guided by Eshe Mercer-James, participants gather around tea, freshly baked goods, and finger sandwiches to explore how this familiar practice emerged through colonial trade routes and the influence of the East India Company. The session traces how tea moved across continents and became woven into British identity, reshaping economies and social life across the empire. The gathering also examines how tea rituals developed across different social settings, from aristocratic afternoon tea to working-class high tea, including Victorian traditions of reading tea leaves. These practices offer insight into social hierarchy, gender roles, and belonging, while also reminding us of tea’s role as a shared pause and a gesture of care. Eshe Mercer-James has taught literature at York and Trent Universities and works with the Canadian Language Museum. Her PhD dissertation, Framing Standard and Dialect in Black Women’s Novels (2021), was nominated for the Mary McEwan Memorial Award for feminist scholarship. She brings a deep care for storytelling, history, and accessible conversation into this gathering. This The Jamii Coffee session welcomes all who are curious to listen, reflect, and share. Spots are limited. Registration is required for each The Jamii Coffee gathering. Support free community arts Jamii’s programs are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website. Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s June Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATION OPENS ON MAY 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME ESHE MERCER-JAMES Eshe Mercer-James has taught literature at York and Trent Universities and works with the Canadian Language Museum. Her PhD dissertation, Framing Standard and Dialect in Black Women’s Novels (2021), was nominated for the Mary McEwan Memorial Award for feminist scholarship. She brings a deep care for storytelling, history, and accessible conversation into this gathering. Photo by Ghader Bsmar

The Jamii Coffee in Toronto: free Sunday coffee and tea gatherings with cultural storytelling, brewing rituals, shared food, and reflection. Register. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / The Jamii Coffee THE JAMII COFFEE Cycles Workshops Drinking coffee the Jamii way! The Jamii Coffee is a Sunday morning gathering series within Jamii’s Cycles, centred on coffee, tea, and the rituals that bring people together. Each session features a guest facilitator who prepares a drink in the space and shares the traditions around it. Expect the smell of coffee and tea brewing, shared food, stories that travel through family and culture, and a cosy Sunday atmosphere where conversation happens naturally around the table. Coffee and tea are also shaped by global trade and colonial histories. The Jamii Coffee holds space for both comfort and reflection, inviting us to enjoy what’s in the cup while thinking about where it comes from and who carried these traditions forward. The Jamii Coffee sessions are free to attend and open to all. Registration is required for each individual gathering, as space is limited. AGE GROUP | All Ages - Children under 12 are welcome when accompanied by an adult FREE ADMISSION | REGISTRATION REQUIRED | NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED REGISTER NOW June 2026 HIGH TEA June 7, 2026 Facilitator: Eshe Mercer-James MORE INFO May 2026 GABENA May 10, 2026 Facilitator: Muna Elbadri MORE INFO April 2026 CAFÉ DA MANHÃ April 12, 2026 Facilitator: Carolina Leite MORE INFO March 2026 A CUP REMEMBERED FOR FORTY YEARS March 8, 2026 Facilitator: Elif Birbiri MORE INFO Calendar UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend.

Jamii Esplanade is a Toronto nonprofit arts organization offering free workshops, festivals, and outdoor events for all ages at The Jamii Hub (The Esplanade) SEE OUR IMPACT What 's on? One event at a time, we are claiming public spaces in The Esplanade to bring arts at no cost to audience members. All workshops at The Jamii Hub is either free or affordable! CYCLE WORKSHOPS SINGING | SEWING | DANCING | VISUAL ARTS | THE JAMII COFFEE GATHERINGS For all ages. Registrations open on the 10th every month REGISTER NOW LAIINI DANCE - EIGHT-WEEK WORKSHOP SERIES For girls and non-binary youths between the ages of 8 to 12 REGISTER NOW PASI - COMMUNITY PROJECT Photo Exhibition Marking the 2026 World Football Tournament APPLY NOW YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 Check out Jamii's 2025 Highlights CHECK OUT About Us Jamii, founded in 2011, is a not-for-profit arts organization based in the Esplanade community, Toronto. Our vision is to enhance togetherness within the communities we engage. We initiate, welcome, enable, facilitate and produce creative experiences, arts events and workshops with, for and by the people of the Esplanade and beyond with an intent of creating shared memories. SEE MORE Load more What ' s Upcoming? upcomingevents-main Highlights Since 2011, Jamii has proudly brought multiple forms of arts and The Esplanade community together. Check out some of Jamii's highlights below. Indigenous Peoples Day Annual intentional celebration of National Indigenous People's Day at the heart of our community. MORE INFO Cycles Arts workshops at The Jamii Hub for three weeks every month, daily at 7pm during the week. MORE INFO Mural Toronto's iconic mural located at the David Crombie Park Basketball Court, in The Esplanade neighbourhood. MORE INFO WAYO Children's Festival Annual children festival designed as a parkour through the Berkeley Castle and Canadian Stage. MORE INFO SEE PAST PROGRAMS

October 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / IGAL FROM PHILIPPINES -OCTOBER 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 October 2024 IGAL FROM PHILIPPINES October 7 - 14 - 21, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Candace Kumar Discovering Igal Dance Candace Kumar is offering a series of creative Filipino cultural dance workshops rooted in Igal dance. Igal is a meditative dance form originating from the Sama Indigenous communities across the Philippines and Maritime Southeast Asia. Igal connects us to land and the environment around us, encouraging us to slow down, move intentionally and listen to our breath. Participants will be guided through a sensory meditation, and exploratory movement exercises, and will learn a short structured piece. Embodying the theme TEKA LANG, come explore slowing down in the community and movement! We expect you to come and join us to discover (or explore further) Igal dance in this series of unique dance workshops for all levels. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jae Yang, Hadeal Karrar Photo Credit: Unknown Candace Kumar Candace is a Filipino cultural dance artist, educator and choreographer. She has trained for over 18 years in Filipino dance, researching and performing diverse styles from all across the Philippines. Candace has toured throughout North America and Europe, sharing and teaching Filipino dance traditions. Her work aims to reimagine traditional dance forms from the Canadian diaspora. As a diasporic artist, Candace believes cultural dance can guide us through the future as we navigate life on land that is not our ancestral home. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / EXPLORING KAPWA - SEPTEMBER 2024 CREATING Thursday 7 pm EXPLORING KAPWA September 2024 September 12, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Blessyl Buan Exploring "Kapwa" through painting This workshop welcomes all with endless opportunities for self-discovery! Multi-disciplinary artist Blessyl Buan’s visual art draws inspiration from Philippine Indigenous traditions and the concept of "Kapwa" – the intricate interplay between Self, Community, Nature, and the Cosmos. Join Blessyl for a creative painting class that promises to be engaging and inspiring, offering participants a unique opportunity to explore these profound themes through hands-on artistic expression. You will begin with embodied movement to connect to the Land and transfer that energy into drawing and acrylic painting: Dive into a world of colors and strokes, letting your inner artist run wild on the canvas. Next you will write down what you wish to see in the future for the collective and for yourself, weaving this intention into painting. As you create, you will learn the intricate art and tradition of the Banig (Philippine Mat) and create a masterpiece that tells your unique story. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown Blessyl Buan, a contemporary dancer, choreographer, and visual artist, crafts colourful interdisciplinary works echoing rhythm, movement, and land-based spirituality. With a Kinesiology degree (2001) and a Chiropractic doctorate (2005), her academic background provides a deep understanding of the human body. Blessyl combines in her practice both her academic backgound with over two decades of professional dance experience. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! In March, participants will paint a flamenco dancer with the lead of Julian Periquet. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / FLAMENCO - MARCH 2024 CREATING Thursday 7 pm FLAMENCO March 2024 March 7, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Julian Periquet Unleash your creative spirit at Painting Night! Immerse yourself in a vibrant evening of brushstrokes, colors, and a warm atmosphere. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, our painting nights provide a space for self-expression and connection. In this session, we invite participants to craft a step-by-step painting inspired by café cantantes - live music clubs where flamenco singers flourished in the 19th century. Participants will be learning how to blend with pastels and accompany with acrylic paint. After each session, take home your masterpiece and cherish the memories of a delightful evening at Jamii. No experience is required – just a passion for art and a willingness to explore! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown Julian Periquet Marc Julian Periquet is a proud Canadian Filipino born and raised in the downtown core neighbourhood, The Esplanade. He established an addiction to the art world at an early age. More so from the encouragement and creative techniques his father Ernesto instilled in him. Many of his weapons of mass creation vary from pencils to pens, markers to charcoal, acrylics to pastels, spray cans and more. Hands on with all purpose materials, Julian doesn't shy away from making an everyday object come to life artistically. New ventures such as live painting and set building have given Julian an opportunity to work with various creatives. Working well under pressure and inviting new challenges will always be an ever growing trait on his journey. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! In June, participants will use acrylic paint and sand on canvas boards with the lead of Julian Periquet. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / ACRYLIC PAINT AND SAND - JUNE 2024 CREATING Thursday 7 pm ACRYLIC PAINT AND SAND June 2024 June 6, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Julian Periquet Unleash your creative spirit at Jamii's Painting Night! Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, our painting nights provide a space for self-expression and connection. At this session, under the guidance of artist Julian Periquet, you will be invited to play with acrylic paint and sand, creating an artwork that explores "Connectedness through Culture". After the session, take home your masterpiece and cherish the memories of a delightful evening at Jamii. No experience required. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc, Ghader Bsmar Photo Credit: Unknown Julian Periquet Marc Julian Periquet is a proud Canadian Filipino born and raised in the downtown core neighbourhood, The Esplanade. He established an addiction to the art world at an early age. More so from the encouragement and creative techniques his father Ernesto instilled in him. Many of his weapons of mass creation vary from pencils to pens, markers to charcoal, acrylics to pastels, spray cans and more. Hands on with all purpose materials, Julian doesn't shy away from making an everyday object come to life artistically. New ventures such as live painting and set building have given Julian an opportunity to work with various creatives. Working well under pressure and inviting new challenges will always be an ever growing trait on his journey. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

May 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / YOSAKOI FROM JAPAN - MAY 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 May 2024 YOSAKOI FROM JAPAN May 6 - 13 - 20, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Takako Segawa In May, join us and discover "Yosakoi," a timeless Japanese dance form, with rich history and vibrant energy. Derived from the ancient Japanese phrase meaning "come and visit at night," Yosakoi has transcended generations, evolving into a dynamic expression of movement cherished by people of all ages. Whether you're a novice or seasoned dancer, come to learn the basic steps of Yosakoi with dancer, choreographer, and instructor, Takako Segawa, as your guide. Takako's own cultural heritage is intimately intertwined with the origins of this dance form and she will bring Naruko for you to try – it is instruments that used to scare away birds in rice fields in Kochi, Japan, and will be our dance instruments! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar, Jae Yang Photo Credit: Laura Dittman Takako Segawa Takako Segawa is a contemporary dancer, choreographer, theatre performer, and director of Japanese dance arts. Born in Japan, Takako trained in traditional arts and contemporary Japanese movement styles, before graduating from the London Contemporary Dance School. Takako’s 25-year career includes performances throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. She was nominated outstanding female for the Dora Award in 2015, and has been honoured by two All Japan Kobe Dance Festival awards, and by the Stuttgart SoloTanz festival. Recently she performed in "Universal Child Care" at the Canadian Stage in Toronto. Takako also performs worldwide with the Corpus theatre group and is currently directing the multimedia piece “Echoes: Vibrations from Japan to Canada,” premiering in Ottawa in November 2024. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / OCTOBER CYCLE - SEWING SEWING Cycles Workshops Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects October 2026 OCTOBER CYCLE - SEWING Wednesday, October 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 7 PM to 9 PM Artist: To be Announced Important registration note: New this year, participants must register separately for each workshop session they plan to attend. To complete a registration for the full month, participants need to register each session as we expect participants to attend all sessions of that month. All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process. No previous sewing experience is required. Participants will leave with a completed kimono and the confidence to take on future sewing projects at home. Workshops are free for participants, but registration is required and space is limited. Spots fill quickly, so be sure to register ahead of time. Support free community arts Jamii offers workshops free of charge so that everyone can take part. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by making a donation through Jamii’s website . Your support helps sustain accessible, community-rooted arts experiences for neighbours of all ages. Jamii’s October Cycle is sponsored by Cana REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON SEPT 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown ARTIST BIO: To be announced UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / AGUAYO MINI PURSE - APRIL 2025 SEWING Wednesday 7 pm Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects April 2025 AGUAYO MINI PURSE April 9, 16, 23 Artist: Anita Boey Welcome to April’s sewing series, where we’ll guide you through creating your very own Aguayo Mini Purse using the beautiful, traditional Aguayo fabric from the Andes. Led by Sewing Facilitator Anita Boey, this 3-part series will introduce you to the fascinating process of working with hand-picked Aguayo fabric, traditionally woven from llama, alpaca, or sheep wool and full of vibrant colours. The Aguayo fabric, used by Andean communities across Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, and Argentina, has been brought to us through Carolina’s friends in Chile, and in this workshop, you’ll learn to craft a functional and stylish mini purse. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking to refresh your skills, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the steps of cutting, sewing, and finishing your purse. You’ll have a selection of Aguayo fabric to choose from, though you’re also welcome to bring your own fabric (just half a yard will be enough for this project). Ghader, our dedicated Sewing Workshop Assistant, will also be on hand to help you get comfortable using the sewing machine and assist with any sewing questions. The series will take place over three Wednesday evenings: April 9 – Introduction to the theme of the Chakana, and how it has inspired the design of the Aguayo Mini Purse. You’ll select your fabric, transfer the pattern, and prepare your materials. April 16 – Sew the purse and strap. April 23 – Add the finishing touches, including button snaps, and complete your project. By the end of this workshop series, you’ll have a unique and functional Aguayo Mini Purse to treasure, along with new sewing skills and connections with fellow participants in a supportive, creative environment. For those who want to take their experience further and display their creations, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on April 26, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey. This Sewing workshop is part of Jamii's April cycle, guided by lead artist Carolina Rojas, and centred around the theme of the Chakana—an ancestral Andean symbol representing the connection between the spiritual, earthly, and inner realms. Through these workshops in dancing, painting, crafting, sewing,singing and creative writing, we’ll reflect on how these ancient teachings resonate with our modern lives, connecting us to nature, the cycles of life, and our community. “This is an invitation to reinterpret the meaning of the Chakana, connecting its ancient wisdom with our modern experiences.” – Carolina Rojas. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. I am a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! In March, join us to explore flamenco and sephardic songs led by Tamar Ilana and Judith Cohen. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / SEPHARDIC & FLAMENCO SONGS - MARCH 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm SEPHARDIC & FLAMENCO SONGS March 2024 March 8 - 15 - 22, 2024 Facilitator: Tamar Ilana & Judith Cohen Led by Tamar Ilana (March 8 & 15) & Judith Cohen (March 22) Immerse yourself in the joy of communal singing during this workshop! Participants will explore fundamental warm-up vocal exercises, embrace singing in another language, and enjoy the experience of singing within a large group. Instead of delving into the technical aspects of singing, our focus will be on the delight that songs and the act of using our voices bring. During the workshops, we will learn how to sing a Sephardic song and a Flamenco song. The workshop series will culminate in a live performance at the March 23rd Saturday Mingling! Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Mariana Hernandez Tamar Ilana Tamar Ilana is a Jewish-Indigenous multilingual singer and flamenco dancer. Tamar's music and fierce talent reflect her life growing up in multicultural Toronto; accompanying her ethnomusicologist mother, on village fieldwork expeditions and on stage as a child; and living in Ibiza, Barcelona, Paris and Seville. Tamar is a renowned flamenco dancer and multilingual singer, and in 2011 she founded her flamenco/global roots project, Ventanas. Together they have released three albums, been nominated for four Canadian Folk Music Awards including Best Traditional Singer, and toured Canada, US and Colombia. They are currently working on their 4th album and will be embarking on their first European tour in October 2023. Tamar has collaborated with such renowned artists as Jesse Cook, Measha Brueggergosman, Anna Colóm (Rosalía), Manu Soto, Jim Creeggan (Barenaked Ladies), Suba Sankaran, Meesha Shafi, and Margaret Atwood. Tamar has also been featured in award-winning international musicals in New York, San Francisco, Washington DC, the UK and Germany. Tamar Ilana is the Executive and Artistic Director of FabCollab, a performing arts organization based in Toronto, Canada. Tamar was one of the first Toronto-based artists to pivot to live-streaming during the COVID-19 pandemic, successfully making the transition to online as a presenter and performer. In August 2020 she co-founded FabCollab in order to continue this work, and, with FabCollab, has since created numerous programmes and presented over 200 IBPOC womxn and minority artists at iconic Toronto sold out venues, live streaming to audiences of 40,000+ in partnership with the National Arts Centre, Lula Lounge, Koerner Hall, Small World Music and the Aga Khan Museum and the Royal Ontario Museum. Instagram Photo by Cassandra Popescu UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! In February, join us to explore melodies and create a communal song led by Nickeshia Garrick and Paula Sofía Morales. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / FORRO - FEBRUARY 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm FORRÓ February 2024 February 9 - 16 - 23, 2024 Facilitator: Aline Morales Immerse yourself in the joy of communal singing during this workshop! Participants will explore fundamental warm-up vocal exercises, embrace singing in another language, and enjoy the experience of singing within a large group. Together, we'll craft harmonies and discover the art of being soloist singers. Instead of delving into the technical aspects of singing, our focus will be on the delight that songs and the act of using our voices bring. The repertoire will showcase traditional Forró songs, culminating in a live performance with a band at the February 24th Saturday Gathering! Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Mariana Hernandez, Jeeya Ghandi Aline Morales Born and raised in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Aline Morales began her performing career as a child training in capoeira. By the time she reached her early twenties, she had performed in a number of traditional and contemporary bands including Brazil’s most well-known maracatu group, Nacao Estrela Brilhante do Recife, then led by her mentor Mestre Walter de Franca. Since her arrival in Toronto in 2003, she has been a tireless promoter of the traditional rhythms of northeastern Brazil, continuing to perform with her percussion troupe, Baque de Bamba, at countless festivals and events. Now drawing upon a wider range of influences, Morales finds herself in a stage of musical exploration. Gone is the heavy wall of percussion, replaced instead by lush, eclectic arrangements, seamlessly blending traditional and modern instruments. At home in her new role as a solo artist, Morales “shines with mature confidence amid [producer] David Arcus’ outstanding orchestrations.” (David Dacks, the Grid). Her debut solo album ‘Flores, Tambores e Amores’ was nominated for a Juno Award, and her highly anticipated sophomore record is slated for release in spring of 2020. In addition to her solo accomplishments, Morales was selected as part of Canada’s Global Orchestra, Kuné, in 2016, and continues to perform and record with the ensemble as vocalist and percussionist. Instagram Photo by Nicola Betts UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / EXPLORING SINGING AND DEEP REFLECTION - OCTOBER 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm EXPLORING SINGING AND DEEP REFLECTION October 2024 October 11 - 18 - 25, 2024 Facilitator: Victoria Sawal Multi-disciplinary artist, Victoria Sawal, will be leading three vocal workshops on Fridays in October at The Jamii Hub, focusing on the often ignored aspects of vocal performance, and the relationship between singing and deep reflection. Participants will explore their own authentic singing voices through a series of activities and practices that connect to their body, mind and soul - learning how singing can be an exercise in courage. Experimenting with genres like alt-rock, R&B and OPM (Original Pilipino Music), Victoria will share techniques and knowledge gained from a lifetime of singing and performing, while capturing the pure joy of a family karaoke party. Come celebrate TEKA LANG with Victoria through October with vocal workshops for all levels in a fun and supportive environment. Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Mariana Hernandez Victoria Sawal Victoria Marie Sawal is a Filipina-Canadian actor, singer, dancer and multi-faceted creative force. With over a decade of experience in performance, Victoria strongly champions Filipino culture in the arts, and everything else she does. From stage to screen, Victoria brings emotional honesty, an intense dedication to her craft, and a deep understanding of human connection. Photo Credit: Unknown UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

February 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / FORRÓ FROM NORTHERN BRAZIL - FEBRUARY 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 February 2024 FORRÓ FROM NORTHERN BRAZIL February 5 - 12 - 19, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Vinicius and Joseane In February, Vini Dantas de Limo Melo and Joseane Maria Da Silva will lead an introduction to Forró, a dynamic Brazilian partner dance known for its energetic footwork and lively music. No need to bring a partner. Participants will be encouraged to switch partners during the class and dance with others in the workshop. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Mariana Hernandez Photo by Forro Vini Dantas de Limo Melo Vinicius started dancing forró in 2014 as part of the Forró in Toronto group. He returned to Brazil in 2015, where he started a group called Forró na UFRN, which, to this day, has taught more than 1000 people. Later Vinicius returned to Toronto and re-joined the Forró For All crew in 2022. He is extremely passionate about forró as dance but also as a cultural manifestation, studying its history, artists, and contemporaneity. Instagram Joseane Maria Da Silva Joseane is a forró instructor and holds a master’s degree in scenics arts. She is keenly passionate about the popular culture from the Northeastern or Brazil. Since her childhood, she has have forró as a part of her life, participating in quadrilha festivities, Brazilian’s manifestation of square dance, for more than 3 years. She joined Forró na UFRN in 2016 as a student, and became a forró instructor starting in 2017, with a focus in the development of body awareness. In 2022 she joined Forró For All as an instructor, and started teaching private lessons in 2023, intertwining dance knowledge with music and body for a conscious dance. She constantly seeks to rediscover and research forró as a dance, as a cultural manifestation and a rediscover of one’s self. Instagram Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Create art with Erica Whyte using charcoal and pastels. Learn to shape simple forms into bold compositions in this botanical-themed workshop. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / CHARCOAL AND HARD PASTEL DRAWING - MAY 2025 CREATING Thursday 7 pm CHARCOAL AND HARD PASTEL DRAWING May 2025 May 8, 2025 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Erica Whyte Spend a creative evening working with charcoal and hard pastels alongside artist Erica Whyte. In this Painting Night session, you will focus on the details that make plant life so powerful and beautiful, while connecting to Jamii’s May theme of "Small & Mighty." Through shading, shape, and perspective exercises, you will create a finished drawing featuring plants or fruit. You can choose from provided reference images or bring one of your own. This hands-on experience with dry media will guide you in shaping simple forms into thoughtful and striking compositions. Erica Whyte brings her experience as a sculptor and visual artist to this session, with a practice rooted in cultural storytelling and everyday inspiration. Her approach welcomes participants of all skill levels to explore drawing in a supportive environment. No experience is necessary. Bring your curiosity, and if you have a favourite plant image, you are welcome to bring it with you. For those who want to take their experience further and showcase their artwork, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on May 24, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey. Spots are limited, so be sure to register today! This Thursday Creating - Painting Night: Charcoal and Hard Pastel Drawing workshop is part of Jamii's May cycle, guided by lead artist Heidi Chan, and centred around the theme of Small & Mighty. Through these workshops in dancing, painting, crafting, sewing, singing, and creative writing, we will reflect on how these ancient teachings resonate with our modern lives, connecting us to nature, the cycles of life, and our community. “This is an invitation to reinterpret the meaning of Small & Mighty, finding the joy and value in doing one thing, but doing it well by slowing down and zooming in.” - Heidi Chan. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown Erica Whyte Erica Whyte is a Toronto-based artist working between sculpture, drawing, and time-based mediums. Deeply inspired by culturally significant objects and folklore that reflect her experience, her practice is rooted in a coming-of-age as a Canadian and first-generation Caribbean. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / ANCESTRAL VISIONS - NOVEMBER 2024 CREATING Thursday 7 pm ANCESTRAL VISIONS November 2024 November 7, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Ibrahim Abusitta In this workshop, under the guidance of artist Ibrahim Abusitta, participants will be guided through basic acrylic painting techniques to create a family portrait. Using personal photographs of relatives and ancestors as source material, participants will have opportunities to share and paint their personal stories and memories. Join us for this reflective painting workshop – and bring photos of your relatives and ancestors to explore family portrait techniques with acrylic. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot, Ghader Bsmar, Hadeal Karrar Photo Credit: Unknown Ibrahim Abusitta Ibrahim Abusitta is a Palestinian-Canadian visual artist who lives and works in Toronto. He graduated from the Fine Art Photography program at OCAD U. After graduating, his practice shifted from photography as he evolved into a self-taught painter. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / PAINTING GROUNDING AND RENEWAL - MARCH 2025 CREATING Thursday 7 pm PAINTING GROUNDING AND RENEWAL March 2025 March 6, 2025 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Seema Anwar What colours make you feel grounded? What textures bring a sense of renewal? In this guided, reflective workshop, participants of all ages and skill levels will explore these questions through mixed media painting. Using acrylic paint, recycled textiles, and craft materials, you’ll start by creating a background of colours, patterns, and shapes that evoke stability. Then, through layering, stitching, and gluing, you’ll add textures that represent renewal, what sustains and refreshes you. With a brief discussion to spark ideas before diving into painting, this two-hour creative experience is not just about making art but about connecting with yourself and your community. You’ll leave with: Your own finished artwork New painting and mixed media techniques New memories shared with others Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or you’ve been making art for years, this is a space to reflect, create, and feel inspired. For those who want to take their experience further and display their artwork, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on March 22, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey. Join us for an evening of colour, creativity, and connection. Painting Night is part of Jamii's March Cycle evolved around lead artist Sharon Zarita Adhiambo’s theme "Grounded", which includes workshops like Monday Dancing, Tuesday Culture Cloths, Tuesday Book Club, Tuesday Creative Writing, Wednesday Sewing, Thursday Crafting, and Friday Singing. “Through these workshops, we let art and community exchanges guide the discovery of what grounds us, or what we need to find grounding on, and pass this discovery to someone else's journey.” - Sharon Zarita Adhiambo. Please note that the March 6 workshop is now full . Join the waitlist, and we will contact you if there are spots open up. We encourage you to look out your email inbox (including "Promotion" / "Other" inbox) closer to the workshop date. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot, Ghader Bsmar, Hadeal Karrar Photo by Iris Unlu Seema Anwar Seema Anwar has a diploma in textile design. She was under the tutelage of Mr. Azer Zubi and Mohammad Ali Bhatti, both well-known artists in Pakistan. Seema uses various mediums such as watercolor, pen work, pastels, glass, and oil paints. Seema believes art can be used as a therapy to relieve stress, trauma, and other daily struggles. Ever since she moved to Canada she has been working with many communities such as the Flemington Community Centre, Arts in the Park, Malton Women Council, Making Art Making Change, Voice of Toronto, Afghan Women, Toronto Green, TNO organization, FHC and Flemingdon Community Support Services. She has worked on various projects such as gender-based violence, green earth initiatives, and art therapy with the TNO organization in the senior group and Early On, Autism Thorncliffe group and Alzheimer Society. In 2023, she did 2 exhibitions, one was Wedbi and one was Scarborough's topic on Islamic heritage. She did one event with the Art in the Park organization in 2023 at Burgess Park Thorncliffe to reduce climate change and recycle textiles. She leads art workshops for physical and mental health and wellness in the community. She has aimed to use her artwork to spread joy and happiness. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. 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September 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / STORYBEING - SEPTEMBER 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 September 2024 STORYBEING September 9 - 16 - 23, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: N. Jayarajan, B. Buan, R. Joshi Exploring Bharatanatyam dance Monday, September 9 Artist: Neena Jayarajan Bharatanatyam, a dance form from Southern India, beautifully tells stories and conveys emotions through gestures, facial movements, and rhythmic footwork. Join Nova Dance Associate Artist Neena Jayarajan for a gentle and enjoyable journey into creativity and storytelling, where participants can express themselves in a fun and supportive environment. Neena Jayarajan has trained with Guru Dr. Menaka Thakkar for over 28 years, and holds an MA in dance from York University. She served as Assistant Artistic Director, principal dancer, and rehearsal director of the Menaka Thakkar Dance Company (MTDC). Neena has toured across North America and Asia, and has performed in over 200 schools. Philippine-inspired dance practice Monday, September 16 Artist: Blessyl Buan Join multidisciplinary dance artist Blessyl Buan in a choreographic workshop that begins with intention and reconnection to the Land. Guided by the ancient Philippine Script of Baybayin, an embodied movement practice will emerge. The energetic charge of dried palm symbolizes the Philippine weaving traditions of the “banig” (mat) and will facilitate wayfinding of ancestral storytelling. Her process explores Philippine Indigenous traditions, joy, and "Kapwa" (community with humans, nature and the cosmos) rooted in contemporary dance. Blessyl Buan, a contemporary dancer, choreographer, and visual artist, crafts colourful interdisciplinary works echoing rhythm, movement, and land-based spirituality. With a Kinesiology degree (2001) and a Chiropractic doctorate (2005), her academic background provides a deep understanding of the human body. Blessyl combines in her practice both her academic backgound with over two decades of professional dance experience. Discover a Garba Class! Monday, September 23 Artist: Rachana Joshi Join Rachana’s Garba class! Garba is a vibrant community circle dance from Gujarat, India. Dancing in concentric circles with snaps, claps, and twirls, fosters both personal and communal experiences. As movements repeat and speed increases, enjoy a meditative state while getting a great workout. Garba celebrates the feminine divine and has deep roots in village traditions, making it a joyful and culturally rich experience for all. Rachana will guide partcipants through this beautiful experience. Rachana Joshi is an emerging dance artist based in Toronto. She completed her Bharatanatyam arangetram under Lata Pada in 2017 and trained in the Tanjavur bani with Guru H.K. Kalyanasundaram and Guru Harikishan S Nair. Rachana graduated with honors from York University’s B.F.A program in Dance. She has earned the Monorama Thakkar Award in Indian Classical Dance and the Kondor Fine Arts Award. Rachana is a company dancer with Nova Dance. As co-founder of Kala Collective, she aims to share South Asian diasporic identity REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jae Yang, Hadeal Karrar Photo Credit: Sabrine S. Hakam Neena Jayarajan has trained with Guru Dr. Menaka Thakkar for over 28 years, and holds an MA in dance from York University. She served as Assistant Artistic Director, principal dancer, and rehearsal director of the Menaka Thakkar Dance Company (MTDC). Neena has toured across North America and Asia, and has performed in over 200 schools. Blessyl Buan, a contemporary dancer, choreographer, and visual artist, crafts colourful interdisciplinary works echoing rhythm, movement, and land-based spirituality. With a Kinesiology degree (2001) and a Chiropractic doctorate (2005), her academic background provides a deep understanding of the human body. Blessyl combines in her practice both her academic backgound with over two decades of professional dance experience. Rachana Joshi is an emerging dance artist based in Toronto. She completed her Bharatanatyam arangetram under Lata Pada in 2017 and trained in the Tanjavur bani with Guru H.K. Kalyanasundaram and Guru Harikishan S Nair. Rachana graduated with honors from York University’s B.F.A program in Dance. She has earned the Monorama Thakkar Award in Indian Classical Dance and the Kondor Fine Arts Award. Rachana is a company dancer with Nova Dance. As co-founder of Kala Collective, she aims to share South Asian diasporic identity through dance. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

June 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / AFROCARIBBEAN DANCE MOVES - JUNE 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 June 2024 AFROCARIBBEAN DANCE MOVES June 3 - 10 - 17, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Nickeshia Garrick Join us for Monday Dancing at The Jamii Hub for a series of movement-based workshops led by Nickeshia Garrick, Jamii's lead artist for June! The workshops offer a contemporary take on a fun-paced, Afro-Caribbean-influenced dance workshop that introduces polyrhythms, helping you understand the innate rhythms that flow within all of us. Participants work on small movement combos that will expand every week! ALL movers are welcome to this movement workshop, beginners and advanced! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jae Yang Photo by Sabrine S. Hakam Nickeshia Garrick Nickeshia Garrick is a settler on the stolen land of Tkaronto and has performed on this land for over 25 years. They are unapologetically a Black, Queer Artist, who believes in the healing power of breath through raw emotion and movement. Nickeshia received their dance training at the NYIDE (New York Institution of Dance and Education), National Ballet School of Canada (Tkaronto), Toronto Dance Theatre (Tkaronto), and Simon Fraser University (Vancouver). Nickeshia is a Dora Mavor Moore, winning and multi-nominated artist who holds a BFA in Dance from Simon Fraser University. Recently, Nickeshia became the Co-Founder of the dance collective CinnaMoon Collective which premiered their full-length work, Surrendered Spirits at Canadian Stage. Instagram Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

A free visual arts workshop in Toronto led by Alison Garwood-Jones. Explore drawing, collage, and mixed media. All materials provided. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / DRAWING WHAT FEELS RIGHT VISUAL ARTS Cycles Workshops DRAWING WHAT FEELS RIGHT May 2026 Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Alison Garwood-Jones This visual arts workshop series is part of Jamii’s May Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Alison Garwood-Jones, the workshops offer a welcoming space to draw, reflect, and create without pressure, focusing on intuition, identity, personal history, and hope. Participants explore a range of approaches including gesture drawing, mixed media, comics, and collage. Each session builds on the previous one, encouraging experimentation, trust in instinct, and curiosity over outcomes. The series supports participants in working at their own pace while staying connected to the group. All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process. These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior art experience is required. Curiosity and openness are enough. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s May Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON APR 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown ALISON GARWOOD-JONES Alison Garwood-Jones is a Toronto-based writer, illustrator, and event moderator with a background in magazine editing and feature writing. Her illustrated novel I Miss My Mommy received a Kirkus Star and was named one of Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2024. Alison has an ongoing relationship with Jamii, having facilitated Cocoa and Paint nights in 2022 and serving as a live painter during Jamii’s Annual Multiculturalism Day outdoor event in June 2019, followed by I Am Me. I Am Mighty in September 2019. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! In March, join us to explore traditional celebrating songs from Souther Africa, led by Brian S. Moyo. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / TRADITIONAL CELEBRATION SONGS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA - MARCH 2025 SINGING Friday 7 pm TRADITIONAL CELEBRATION SONGS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA March 2025 March 7 - 14 - 21, 2025 Facilitator: Brian S. Moyo Step into a world of rhythm, movement, and joyful singing with multitalented artist Brian S. Moyo in this vibrant 90-minute workshop. Brian will guide you through the traditional celebration songs of Southern Africa, songs that are woven into the fabric of life’s happiest moments, like birthdays, weddings, and the arrival of the rainy season. Together, we’ll celebrate the power of music to ground us, uplift us, and bring us together in joy and tradition. In this welcoming, all-ages workshop, no previous singing or dance experience is required, just bring your energy and an open heart! Together, we’ll explore the art of call-and-response singing, using our voices and bodies to bring the music to life. Expect rhythmic clapping, chanting, and simple dance steps, all designed to help you connect with the rhythm of the music and each other. You’ll be encouraged to embrace the joy and communal spirit of these songs as you learn their meaning and cultural significance. Feel free to bring shakers or any other small instruments you’d like to add to the sound, this is your chance to get creative and fully immerse yourself in the music! Everyone, regardless of ability level, is invited to participate and move at their own pace. For those who want to take their experience further and perform, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on March 22, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey. We can’t wait to sing, dance, and connect with you! Friday Singing is part of Jamii's March Cycle evolved around lead artist Sharon Zarita Adhiambo’s theme "Grounded", which includes workshops like Monday Dancing, Tuesday Culture Cloths, Tuesday Book Club, Tuesday Creative Writing, Wednesday Sewing, Thursday Painting, and Thursday Crafting. “Through these workshops, we let art and community exchanges guide the discovery of what grounds us, or what we need to find grounding on, and pass this discovery to someone else's journey.” - Sharon Zarita Adhiambo. Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jeeya Gandhi, Mariana Hernandez, Hadeal Karrar Brian S. Moyo Brian S. Moyo is a multitalented singer, dancer and choreographer originally from Plumtree, in southwest Zimbabwe. Brian has over two decades of experience performing and conducting workshops in Canada, UK, Norway and Estonia. He has worked with Southern African Embrace Foundation, TNO Summer Festival, Bring on the Sunshine African Festival, Open Streets Toronto, Habari Africa Festival in Harbourfront Centre, and Batuki Music Society. In 2016, he co-founded Izimba Arts, a collective of African performing artists who pursue art as an instrument for community engagement. The group specializes in high-energy traditional and urban dances and music from Southern Africa. Photo Credit: Unknown UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

June 2026 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / DABKE: STOMPING, RHYTHM, RESISTANCE DANCING Cycles Workshops June 2026 DABKE: STOMPING, RHYTHM, RESISTANCE Monday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Mona Ayesh This dance workshop series is part of Jamii’s June Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Palestinian Dabke instructor Mona Ayesh, the workshops centre around Dabke as a communal dance practice rooted in land, rhythm, and shared history. Participants learn traditional Dabke steps and movement patterns while exploring their cultural origins and meaning. The dance emphasizes stomping, grounding, and collective timing, reinforcing Dabke’s role as both celebration and expression. Practised together, the movements highlight unity, presence, and connection across the group. Dabke has long served as a form of cultural preservation and resistance. Through movement, participants engage with stories of resilience, hope, and continuity carried within Palestinian cultural traditions. These workshops are open to participants of all movement levels and abilities. No prior dance experience is required. Participants are encouraged to move at their own pace and engage in ways that feel respectful and supportive. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s June Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATION OPENS ON MAY 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jae Yang Photo by Jae Yang MONA AYESH Mona Ayesh is a Palestinian Dabke instructor with over eight years of experience teaching youth and adults. She performs regularly with her youth team, Dabke4Palestine, and has appeared at numerous cultural events and festivals across the Greater Toronto Area. Mona has an ongoing relationship with Jamii, having facilitated Monday Dancing workshops during the November Cycle in 2023 under the leadership of Razan Samara. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

April 2025 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / CACHARPAYA AND TINKU - APRIL 2025 DANCING Cycles 2025 April 2025 CACHARPAYA AND TINKU April 7 - 14 -21, 2025 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitators: Carolina Rojas, Ximena Loayza Join us for an exciting three-part workshop that will transport you to the Andean Altiplano, where you will discover two vibrant traditional dances. This free workshop series welcomes all levels, whether you love to dance or are stepping onto the floor for the first time. Week 1 – Cacharpaya with Carolina Rojas Carolina Rojas, a seasoned dancer, choreographer, and arts administrator, will guide you through Cacharpaya, a collective Andean dance performed to mark the final farewell to festivities and carnival. Feel the rhythm of community as you take part in this collective dance. Holding hands, moving in sync, and sharing energy, Cacharpaya is all about connection and celebration. With her extensive background in dance education, Carolina will immerse you in the communal joy of this captivating tradition. Weeks 2 & 3 – Tinku with Ximena Loayza Learn the dynamic movements of this traditional Bolivian dance, led by Ximena Loayza, a passionate Bolivian dance instructor with over 15 years of experience. Originally a Bolivian Quechua ritual that began as a form of ceremonial combat from North of Potosi, Tinku brings energy, tradition, and storytelling to life through movement. With Ximena’s deep knowledge of Bolivian folklore and her talent for bringing cultural traditions to life, you will learn the dance steps and experience the powerful symbolism behind the Tinku. You’ll also have the chance to wear traditional costumes, immersing yourself in the full experience. Join us at this space to share, move, and create memories that will stay with you long after the music fades. No dance experience is necessary; just bring your enthusiasm. For those who want to take their experience further and perform, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on April 26, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey. This workshop is free to attend, but spaces are limited, so be sure to register today! This Dancing workshop is part of Jamii's April cycle, guided by lead artist Carolina Rojas, and centred around the theme of the Chakana—an ancestral Andean symbol representing the connection between the spiritual, earthly, and inner realms. Through these workshops in dancing, painting, crafting, sewing,singing and creative writing, we’ll reflect on how these ancient teachings resonate with our modern lives, connecting us to nature, the cycles of life, and our community. “This is an invitation to reinterpret the meaning of the Chakana, connecting its ancient wisdom with our modern experiences.” – Carolina Rojas. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar Photo by Sabrine S. Hakam Carolina Rojas Carolina Rojas, a dancer, choreographer, and arts administrator. She earned a Dance Interpretation degree from Las Americas University in Santiago de Chile. In 2012, she co-founded 'Danza Independiente Antofagasta,' aiming to expand dance horizons in her hometown. Carolina initiated the 'Interpreters in Dance School' project in 2013, providing free training to aspiring dancers, fostering community growth and education. Since moving to Canada in 2017, she has expanded her repertoire, contributed to the Dance Migration Company, and volunteered with Chilean associations, sharing her cultural heritage and commitment to community empowerment. Carolina’s vision prioritizes inclusivity and accessibility, particularly for Latin American communities in Toronto facilitating artist exchanges. Carolina is not only our Lead Artist for April at Jamii, she is also our Metcalf Intern, managing programs such as Belonging and Laini, excelling in arts management. Ximena Loayza For the past fifteen years, Ximena Loayza have been shaping the lives of children and adults through dance. She grew up in a very traditional and cultural country named Bolivia where she learned about Bolivian folklore and traditions. Now as a dance instructor in Canada, she has the pleasure to teach about Latin dances but specially about Bolivian folklore. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / MOTHERLAND CIRCLE TOP - APRIL 2024 SEWING Sunday 11 am Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects April 2024 MOTHERLAND CIRCLE TOP April 7 - 14 21 28, 2024 Artist: Anita Boey Join facilitator Anita Boey celebrating the Pan-African movement, and learn about the profound influence of African cultures on the global stage through the sewing of a Circle Top. A key element in the theme of Motherland is the importance of collectiveness and celebrating the “we” in life. Your Circle Top will tell the story of togetherness and collectiveness. You are invited to choose one of the colourful and vibrant Ankara fabric (African Wax Print Fabric) that Jamii provides, and sew away with Anita.  In the first session, April 7, you will be introduced to the theme, choose your fabric, transfer the pattern pieces onto your fabric and cut! In the second session (April 14), you will be sewing the circle hem and neckline of the top. In the third workshop (Apil 21). You will be sewing the four keyholes of the top. Finally, in the fourth session (April 28), you will be sewing the belt, adding finishing touches to the top and end with a fashion show. For novice sewers, Shaimaa Yakot, our dedicated Sewing Workshop Assistant, will guide you with the fundamental skills of operating a sewing machine while delving into a simple yet captivating project. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. Anita is a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! In April, join us to explore music from Egypt led by Maryem Hassan Tollar. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / MUSIC FROM EGYPT - APRIL 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm MUSIC FROM EGYPT April 2024 April 12 - 19 - 26, 2024 Facilitator: Maryem Hassan Tollar Come and learn folk songs and traditional songs from Egypt with Maryem Hassan Tollar. You will learn a range of music from folk songs from the rural south of Egypt to songs of revolution to beautiful love songs. In this workshop, Maryem will teach some of the basic rhythms and scales that are found in Arabic music through Egyptian songs and repertoire. Participants will have the opportunity to share a piece at the Thursday Mingling event on May 2nd. Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc Maryem Tollar Maryem Tollar is a renowned Egyptian-Canadian vocalist, known for her world music performances. Her voice has been heard on the theme of CBC’s Little Mosque on the Prairie and A.R. Rahman’s Bollywood hit, Mayya Mayya. Maryem toured with the musical "The Cave" and the stage adaptation of the book "Fall On Your Knees" by Ann-Marie MacDonald. In the classical world, Tollar worked with Tafelmusik, Christos Hatzis, and The Gryphon Trio. She performs with several Toronto musical groups including: Al Qahwa; Turkwaz; LuA; and Tabiba. Maryem works regularly with storyteller Dawne McFarlane, adding music and sounds to her stories. Maryem was awarded the inaugural 2019 Johanna Metcalf Prize for Performing Arts. Photo Credit: Unknown UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / TWO-TONE DRESS WITH BELT - NOVEMBER 2024 SEWING Wednesday 7 pm Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects November 2024 TWO-TONE DRESS WITH BELT Oct 30 - Nov 6 - 13 - 20, 2024 Artist: Anita Boey Join us in a new series of sewing workshops this November (starting on October 30th as our first session). Our theme for this month is “Return”, which is Lead Artist, Razan Samara’s vision of being away from our homeland, yet remaining steadfast to preserving one's cultures, traditions, and the longing to return to the familiar. Sewing Facilitator, Anita Boey, has designed a Two-Tone Dress with Belt, which showcases the stark contrast between traditional (patterned fabric) and contemporary (black fabric) elements. The wearer expresses a deep desire to preserve their cultural identity and a longing to “return” to their roots. Additionally, the combination of different fabrics and colors pays homage to the traditional practice of intentional mending, historically done to extend the longevity of family heirlooms and costumes. This practice symbolizes a commitment to sustainability and the passing down of garments to future generations. The belt holds the significance of bridging both the traditional and the present together. Join in to create your own customized Two-Tone Dress with Belt. Jamii will provide a selection of fabric for you to choose from, and we also welcome you to bring fabric that means something special to you. For this sewing project, you’ll need 3 meters of fabric (1.5 meters for each side of the dress). Note about Color Harmony: Ensure the colors of the fabrics complement each other well. If the traditional fabric has patterns, the modern fabric should be solid to balance the design. For novice sewers, Ghader, our dedicated Sewing Workshop Assistant, will guide you with the fundamental skills of operating a sewing machine while delving into a simple yet captivating belt. Let's stitch away our Wednesdays together in a warm and encouraging atmosphere. By the end of this workshop series, you'll not only have a garment to treasure but also the pride of mastering new sewing skills! Lesson plan: 1) Wednesday October 30th – Introduction to the theme of “Return”, and how it inspired the design of this Two-Tone Dress with Belt. Participants will choose their fabric, transfer the pattern pieces onto their fabric and cut their fabric. 2) Wednesday November 6th – Sew the front panels and back panels of the dress. 3) Wednesday November 13th – Sew the front to the back of the dress, hemming the neckline, armholes and length of the dress. 4) Wednesday November 20th – Sewing the belt and adding finishing touches to the outfit, and end with a Fashion Show! Sewing participants are highly encouraged to attend November’s “Saturday Mingling” event at Jamii, to show off their Two-Tone Dress with Belt to the rest of the Jamii community! REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. I am a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / QUILTED PILLOWCASE SET - MARCH 2024 SEWING Sunday 11 am Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects March 2025 QUILTED PILLOWCASE SET February 26 - March 5 - 12 - 19, 2025 Artist: Anita Boey In March at "Wednesday Sewing" we are making together a Quilted Pillowcase Set with the leadership of Anita Boey and support from Ghader Bsmar. Quilted Pillowcase Set This March, our theme is "Grounded" , curated by lead artist Sharon Zarita Adhiambo . As Zarita describes, “being grounded  is a shared reflective experience of what we hold onto—within or around us—that sustains our personal journeys, making life’s phases fruitful while refreshing those around us.” To bring this theme to life, sewing facilitator Anita Boey  will guide participants in creating a Quilted Pillowcase Set . Why a pillow? Because it offers comfort, a place to rest, and a sense of home—where we return to, find shelter, and feel grounded. You'll have access to a curated selection of fabric from Jamii, and we will provide poly fill, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Each pillow insert and quilted pillowcase  will require 1.5 yards of fabric  plus poly fill . Throughout the workshop, sewing workshop assistant Ghader Bsmar will support you in mastering sewing machine basics while working on this engaging and meaningful project. Join us in a warm and encouraging space where creativity, skill-building, and connection thrive. By the end of the series, you'll leave not only with a beautiful Quilted Pillowcase Set but also with newfound sewing skills and community! Workshop plan: February 26  – Introduction to Grounded  and the inspiration behind the Quilted Pillowcase Set. Participants will choose fabric, transfer pattern pieces, and cut fabric. March 5  – Sew the pillow insert and enjoy stuffing it with poly fill. March 12  – Sew the quilted pillowcase top. March 19  – Assemble and finish the pillowcase. Let’s stitch together and create something both meaningful and practical. See you on Wednesday evenings! Sewing participants are highly encouraged to attend “Saturday Mingling” event at Jamii, to show off their mirror bag to the rest of the Jamii community! The capacity for this workshop series is 16 people without a machine, and we can accommodate 4 more people if they bring their own sewing machines. While you are only required to register for the February 26 session, participants are expected to join all four sessions on March 5, 12, and 19 . If you register for the February 26 session, you do not need to register again for the sessions on March 5, 12, and 19. New registrations will not be accepted throughout the month. We expect a high number of registrations, so please let us know immediately via email at info@jamii.ca before Monday, February 24 at 12 PM if you foresee that you will not be able to join all four sessions , so another participant from the waitlist can take your spot. We apologize if the workshop is filled before you register. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. I am a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / MIGRATION WRAP TOP - MARCH 2024 SEWING Sunday 11 am Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects March 2024 MIGRATION WRAP TOP March 3 - 10 - 17 - 24, 2024 Artist: Anita Boey The theme of the month at Jamii is “Migration” - Migration indicates movement from one place to another one, with intention and hope. For this month’s Sunday Sewing, artist Anita Boey offers participants two options: one for beginners, with the making of a shawl, and another, for more experienced sewers, a “Migration Wrap Top”. The wrap design intends to represent ourselves in the multiple cultures that form our identity. Sizes are adjustable, and at the end of these workshops, you'll take pride in wearing your finished garment. Fabric and materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own fabric to represent your culture(s). You would need 1.5 yards of cotton fabric for these projects. Here is the plan for March: March 3 : Introduction (design of the wrap top and how it tells the story of migration), transferring pattern pieces onto fabric of choice and cutting. March 10: Sewing outer layer and lining of wrap top. March 17 : Sewing wrap top together and hemming. March 24 : Adding finishing touches and ending with a fashion show! While intermediate participants work on their wrap tops, Shaima, our host will teach basic sewing skills to the beginner participants and empower them to take on simple projects and make basic functional pieces. Please commit to completing your projects as we aim to minimize fabric waste. Choose to be part of our community for the entire year or select specific projects that resonate with you. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. Anita is a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

A free visual arts workshop in Toronto led by Andrew Patterson. Explore painting, identity, and creative expression. All materials provided. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / PAINTING ACROSS IDENTITY AND FORM VISUAL ARTS Cycles Workshops PAINTING ACROSS IDENTITY AND FORM September 2026 Wednesday, September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Andrew Patterson This visual arts workshop series is part of Jamii’s September Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Andrew Patterson, the workshops centre painting as a way to explore identity, connection, and creative process in a welcoming community setting. Participants engage with a range of painting approaches and techniques that support experimentation and reflection. The sessions encourage curiosity and personal interpretation, allowing participants to explore how colour, form, and symbolism can express lived experience and shared questions. All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process. These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior painting experience is required. Participants are encouraged to engage in ways that feel reflective, expressive, and supportive. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s September Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON AUG 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown ANDREW PATTERSON Andrew Patterson is a Toronto-based artist and designer whose work examines mixed-race identity and the overlapping spaces between cultures and communities. His practice often draws on portraiture, abstraction, and geometric symbolism to explore how meaning is formed and shared. Andrew has an ongoing relationship with Jamii and has contributed to numerous projects, including workshops, exhibitions, murals, and public artworks across The Esplanade and beyond. His work has been featured in Mixed Blood Manifesto , FORTY ONE , Wind Stories , Kisanii Hub , The Esplanade Sign , and several large-scale mural collaborations. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

April 2026 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / MOVING WITH RHYTHM AND EXPRESSION DANCING Cycles Workshops April 2026 MOVING WITH RHYTHM AND EXPRESSION Monday, April 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Nickeshia Garrick This dance workshop series is part of Jamii’s April Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Nickeshia Garrick, the workshops centre around Afro-Caribbean and Contemporary movement practices that support embodiment, expression, and connection through shared motion. Participants engage in guided movement combinations that emphasize rhythm, breath, and physical awareness. The workshops support feeling grounded in the body while moving with energy and intention. Each session ends with a moment of self-creation, where participants work together to build a short choreographic phrase based on what has been learned and experienced in the room. These workshops are open to participants of all movement levels and abilities. No prior dance experience is required. Participants are encouraged to move at their own pace and engage in ways that feel supportive and authentic. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s April Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON MARCH 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar Photo by Jae Yang NICKESHIA GARRICK Nickeshia Garrick is a Black, Queer dance artist with over two decades of experience as a performer, choreographer, and educator. Their training includes studies at the New York Institute of Dance and Education, Canada’s National Ballet School, Toronto Dance Theatre, and Simon Fraser University, where they earned a BFA in Dance. Nickeshia is a Dora Mavor Moore Award–winning artist and currently teaches Movement at the Toronto Film School. Their ongoing relationship with Jamii includes serving as lead artist of the June Cycle in 2024, facilitating Monday Dancing workshops and movement sessions within the Belonging Older Adults program, and performing as part of Joy in the Park. They presented To My Past, Present and Future during the July 2023 outdoor program and returned in December 2023 with the outdoor performance Mudlark. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! In April, participants will paint a motherland inspired painting with the lead of Julian Periquet. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / MOTHERLAND - APRIL 2024 CREATING Thursday 7 pm MOTHERLAND April 2024 April 11, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Julian Periquet Unleash your creative spirit at Painting Night! Immerse yourself in a vibrant evening of brushstrokes, colors, and a warm atmosphere. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, our painting nights provide a space for self-expression and connection. After each session, take home your masterpiece and cherish the memories of a delightful evening at Jamii. No experience required – just a passion for art and a willingness to explore! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo Credit: Unknown Julian Periquet Marc Julian Periquet is a proud Canadian Filipino born and raised in the downtown core neighbourhood, The Esplanade. He established an addiction to the art world at an early age. More so from the encouragement and creative techniques his father Ernesto instilled in him. Many of his weapons of mass creation vary from pencils to pens, markers to charcoal, acrylics to pastels, spray cans and more. Hands on with all purpose materials, Julian doesn't shy away from making an everyday object come to life artistically. New ventures such as live painting and set building have given Julian an opportunity to work with various creatives. Working well under pressure and inviting new challenges will always be an ever growing trait on his journey. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a painting sanctuary once every month on Thursdays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / PAINTING PERSPECTIVES - FEBRUARY 2025 CREATING Thursday 7 pm PAINTING PERSPECTIVES February 2025 February 6, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Curtia Wright Perception shapes how we interact with others and form relationships. Our past experiences influence how we view ourselves and those around us. However, perceptions based solely on appearances can often misrepresent our authentic selves, leading to inner conflict and turmoil. This workshop, led by artist Curtia Wright, is an opportunity to explore our truths and reconcile with our past. On a canvas, participants will begin by drawing a rough outline of their profile. Using a single color, they will paint both inside and outside the outlined shape with abstractions, symbols, and text to create a base or underpainting that reflects how they believe others perceive them. Once the underpainting has dried, they will use multiple colors to paint a representation of how they positively view themselves. This layer will incorporate expressive colors to depict the figure and background, conveying feelings of self-empowerment and positivity. Participants may allow parts of the underpainting to show through, symbolizing the process of overcoming negative perceptions to embrace their true selves. With Curtia’s guidance, this workshop is designed to help participants move beyond negative perceptions while fostering self-positivity. It also introduces the artistic technique of underpainting as a powerful method of self-expression. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot, Ghader Bsmar, Hadeal Karrar Photo Credit: Unknown Curtia Wright Curtia Wright is a multidisciplinary Fine Artist, Mural Artist and Arts Educator based in Toronto, Ontario. She received her BFA at OCAD University in the Drawing and Painting program in 2015. Her murals fuse elements of fantasy, sci-fi and surrealism with vibrant transportive colours used to animate their environments. Her work uses the human figure to showcase narratives often centering around her lived experience. The work she creates looks at mental health, metaphysics, and the ephemerality of dreams and memory through a sci-fi lens. She has collaborated on public art projects with Community organizations, Commercial and Private mural commissions across Canada and Internationally. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / PATCHWORK PADDED TOTE BAG - MAY 2025 SEWING Wednesday 7 pm Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects May 2025 PATCHWORK PADDED TOTE BAG April 30 - May 7 - 14 - 21, 2025 Artist: Mariam Ahmad Patchwork Padded Tote Bag This May, join us for a cozy and creative sewing series where you'll be guided through making your very own patchwork padded tote bag, a functional and usable piece that’s all your own. Led by sewing facilitator Mariam Ahmad, this 4-part series is all about slowing down and reconnecting with the art of honing in and creating something unique. Inspired by the theme of Small and Mighty , we’ll take our time learning the basics of patchwork, a technique rooted in care, patience, and resourcefulness. We will all be working with fabric scraps collected to form our own textiles, giving new life to leftover materials and practicing care in how we create. Every stitch becomes part of the story, a reminder that small pieces, when thoughtfully brought together, can build something strong, functional, and meaningful. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking for a fun and beginner-friendly project, this workshop will guide you through all the steps of designing, sewing, and finishing your padded tote bag. You’ll have a mix of colourful fabric scraps to choose from to create your patchwork design, but you’re also welcome to bring your own fabrics to personalize your bag even more. Week 1 — Introduction to patchwork, fabric selection, assembling and sewing patchwork Week 2 — Cutting patchwork textile pattern for bag and start sewing padding to self Week 3 — Sew outer shell of bag, including pockets, strap etc Week 4 — Finishing sewing the bag and attaching lining, show off your bag! By the end of this series, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind tote bag that tells a story — stitched slowly and intentionally by you. This is a beginner-friendly, welcoming space for anyone looking to learn new skills, meet new people, and connect with sewing as a mindful, creative practice. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Mariam Ahmad Mariam Ahmad is a BIPOC artist who learned to sew as a child on hand-pedalled Singer machines alongside her grandmother. Her work blends her Eastern heritage with ancestral textile traditions, creating romantic silhouettes that carry a sense of nostalgia. Beyond sewing, Mariam explores her artistic passions through photography and web design. As a mother, she draws inspiration from motherhood and her love of literature, infusing her creative journey with depth and meaning. UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

A free visual arts workshop in Toronto led by Jieun Kim. Learn linocut printmaking and create a collaborative zine. Materials included. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / VISUAL ARTS / SONGS THAT FEEL LIKE HOME VISUAL ARTS Cycles Workshops SONGS THAT FEEL LIKE HOME November 2026 Monday, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 7 PM to 9 PM Facilitator: Jieun Kim This visual arts workshop series is part of Jamii’s November Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Jieun Kim, the series brings together linocut printmaking and collaborative storytelling as tools for shared creative exploration. Participants are introduced to relief printing techniques through linocut, learning how to design, carve, and print original imagery. As the series progresses, individual practices come together through a collective storyboard and zine-making process. The workshops balance skill-building with collaboration, offering a space to explore how stories can be shaped visually and collectively. All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process. These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior printmaking or visual arts experience is required. Participants are encouraged to engage with curiosity and care for both individual and collective creation. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s November Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON OCT 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Afnan Yakot Photo by Laura Dittmann JIEUN KIM Jieun Kim is a Korean-born street artist based in Toronto whose work is influenced by Korean folk art and natural imagery. Her practice spans murals, printmaking, and community-based projects, often emphasizing collaboration and shared authorship. Jieun has collaborated with Jamii through multiple public art initiatives, including youth-led mural projects created with LAINI participants in the St. Lawrence neighbourhood. UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Wed, Mar 04 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +19 more Wed, Mar 11 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more Wed, Mar 18 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +12 more Wed, Mar 25 March Cycle - Visual Arts Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Paint on silk using vibrant dyes and traditional techniques. A four-part visual arts workshop led by Janice Garel. Free with registration. +16 more

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / RETURN - NOVEMBER 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm RETURN November 2024 November 8 - 15 - 22, 2024 Facilitator: Natalie Fasheh Over three sessions, participants will explore the theme of "return" in relation to Palestinians; their displacement, hopes and wishes of return, and right of return. Participants will learn a song in Arabic relating to the theme. We will have some dialogue about the theme, and through vocal improvisation activities, and engaging singing and harmony warmups, we will also incorporate our collective learnings of "return" into a song. We will have the chance to share these songs in the Saturday mingling event on November 23! Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jeeya Gandhi, Mariana Hernandez, Hadeal Karrar Natalie Fasheh Natalie is a Palestinian artist and social impact leader in Toronto. She works with communities as an arts administrator, choir conductor, teaching artist, composer, and writer. She is deeply committed to decolonial and pluralistic art. She is also a community organizer, and leads the protest choir Sumudna صمودنا. Natalie has worked with arts organizations as a producer, and consultant for their strategic plans and programming, from an equity and justice lens. Photo Credit: Unknown UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

A free community singing workshop in Toronto led by Martin Gomes. Explore voice, breath, and shared expression in an inclusive space. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / SINGING YOUR HEART OUT SINGING Cycles Workshops SINGING YOUR HEART OUT February 2026 Monday, February 2, 9, Tuesday, February 17, and Monday, February 23 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Martin Gomes This singing workshop series is part of Jamii’s February Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right. Led by facilitator Martin Gomes, the workshops invite participants into a shared vocal space centred on expression, listening, and connection. The guiding idea of “singing your heart out” encourages people to trust their voice and respond to what feels right in the moment. Participants explore voice through breathing exercises, warm-ups, and gentle prompts that shape each session. Drawing from musical traditions such as spirituals, boleros, and beatboxing, the workshops support exploration without pressure or hierarchy. Each gathering is shaped by the people in the room, allowing the experience to remain responsive and grounded. These workshops are open to people of all experience levels. No background in singing or music is required. Participants are encouraged to take part in a way that feels comfortable and meaningful to them. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s February Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTER NOW Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jeeya Gandhi, Mariana Hernandez, Hadeal Karrar MARTIN GOMES Martin Gomes is an Afro/Latino, queer writer and composer based in downtown Toronto. Their facilitation practice brings together voice, rhythm, and storytelling, informed by years of community-based teaching with Unity Charity, Lakeshore Arts, JAYU, VIBEArts, tdsbCREATES, and Crossroads Theatre. Martin has also performed with Opera Atelier, CBC, Harbourfront Centre, Nuit Blanche, and TO Live. They joined Jamii as a workshop facilitator during the February Cycle in 2025 led by Jonelle Sills, and as a performing artist at Saturday Mingling as part of May Cycle in 2024 led by Takako Segawa and we’re grateful to welcome them back. Photo by Jae Yang UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / WRAP SKIRT - JUNE 2024 SEWING Sunday 11 am Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects June 2024 WRAP SKIRT June 2 - 9 - 16 - 23, 2024 Artist: Mariam Ahmad In June at "Sunday Sewing" we are making together wrap skirts with the leadership of Mariam Ahmad and support from Ghader Bsmar. While you are only required to register for the June 2 session, participants are expected to join all four sessions on June 2, 9, 16, and 23. If you register for the June 2 session, you do not need to register again for the sessions on June 9, 16, and 23. We expect a high number of registrations, so please let us know immediately via email at info@jamii.ca before May 30 at 12 PM if you foresee that you will not be able to join all four sessions , so another participant from the waitlist can take your spot. We apologize if the workshop is filled before you register. The sewing workshops will take a break in July and August, and registrations for September will open on August 15 at 12 PM. Please check our website at www.jamii.ca to register for September. WRAP SKIRTS In Mariam's words, wrap skirts connect beautifully to JUNE at Jamii and Nickeshia Garrick's theme of Connectedness : "A wrap skirt serves as a powerful symbol, embodying the act of wrapping oneself in protection while honoring existing and cross-cultural elements. It becomes a tangible expression of connectedness as participants weave narratives through bold colors, patterns, and textiles. In the act of wrapping one another in adornment, the skirt becomes more than just a garment — it becomes a vessel for stories, traditions, and shared experiences, fostering a sense of unity and belonging." The workshop will offer both beginner and intermediate levels, both exploring wrap skirts in different complexities. Participants will take their own measurements, cut the fabric to patterns, sew waistband, side seams, hem, top stitching and finishing touches. You will take home your own wrap skirts you can wear during the Summer or gift away. Jamii will provide a selection of fabric for you to choose from, and we also welcome you to bring fabric that means something special to you. Our workshop lead, Mariam Ahmad, is a BIPOC woman, who learned to sew hand peddling singer sewing machines with her grandmother as a child. Her artistry beautifully weaves together her Eastern heritage with ancestral textile traditions, resulting in romantic silhouettes that evoke a sense of nostalgia. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar Photo Credit: Unknown Mariam Ahmad Mariam Ahmad is a bipoc woman, who learned to sew hand peddling singer sewing machines with her grandmother as a child. Her artistry beautifully weaves together her Eastern heritage with ancestral textile traditions, resulting in romantic silhouettes that evoke a sense of nostalgia. Mariam likes to explore her passion for art through photography and web design. As a mother, she finds inspiration in motherhood and her love for literature, enriching her artistic journey with depth and meaning. UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

A free community singing workshop in Toronto led by Aki Takahashi. Learn Japanese folk songs inspired by Sakura celebrations. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / SAKURA: SPRING SONG SINGING Cycles Workshops SAKURA: SPRING SONG May 2026 Monday, May 4 and 11, Tuesday, May 19, and Monday, May 25 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Aki Takahashi This singing workshop series is part of Jamii’s May Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . SAKURA: Spring Song draws inspiration from Japanese cherry blossom celebrations, where voice and music are shared collectively to welcome the season of renewal. Participants are introduced to traditional Japanese folk songs connected to Sakura festivities and explore the voice as both melodic and rhythmic expression. Through singing, chanting, and simple vocal patterns, the group shapes a contemporary version of a Sakura Viewing Festival. The workshops emphasize listening, participation, and collective sound rather than performance, allowing participants to engage in a way that feels natural and supportive. These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior knowledge of Japanese music or singing is required. Participants are encouraged to take part with curiosity and openness. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s May Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON APR 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar AKI TAKAHASHI Aki Takahashi is a taiko and shamisen player, folk singer, and composer with a deep practice rooted in traditional and contemporary Japanese music. She is a member and co-artistic director of NAGATA SHACHU and the founder of the ensemble TEN TEN. Aki’s work spans performance, collaboration, and teaching, and she currently instructs shamisen and voice through the Bachido Schoolhouse: International Shamisen Community. Her facilitation centres care, musical tradition, and shared experience. Photo by Jae Yang UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

March 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / FLAMENCO FROM SPAIN - MARCH 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 March 2024 FLAMENCO FROM SPAIN March 4 - 11 - 18, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Tamar Ilana Candace Kumar is offering a series of creative Filipino cultural dance workshops rooted in Igal dance. Igal is a meditative dance form originating from the Sama Indigenous communities across the Philippines and Maritime Southeast Asia. Igal connects us to land and the environment around us, encouraging us to slow down, move intentionally and listen to our breath. Participants will be guided through a sensory meditation, and exploratory movement exercises, and will learn a short structured piece. Embodying the theme TEKA LANG, come explore slowing down in the community and movement! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Je Yang, Karen Lam, Mariana Hernandez Photo by Cassandra Popescu Tamar Ilana Tamar Ilana is a Jewish-Indigenous multilingual singer and flamenco dancer. Tamar's music and fierce talent reflect her life growing up in multicultural Toronto; accompanying her ethnomusicologist mother, on village fieldwork expeditions and on stage as a child; and living in Ibiza, Barcelona, Paris and Seville. Tamar is a renowned flamenco dancer and multilingual singer, and in 2011 she founded her flamenco/global roots project, Ventanas. Together they have released three albums, been nominated for four Canadian Folk Music Awards including Best Traditional Singer, and toured Canada, US and Colombia. They are currently working on their 4th album and will be embarking on their first European tour in October 2023. Tamar has collaborated with such renowned artists as Jesse Cook, Measha Brueggergosman, Anna Colóm (Rosalía), Manu Soto, Jim Creeggan (Barenaked Ladies), Suba Sankaran, Meesha Shafi, and Margaret Atwood. Tamar has also been featured in award-winning international musicals in New York, San Francisco, Washington DC, the UK and Germany. Tamar Ilana is the Executive and Artistic Director of FabCollab, a performing arts organization based in Toronto, Canada. Tamar was one of the first Toronto-based artists to pivot to live-streaming during the COVID-19 pandemic, successfully making the transition to online as a presenter and performer. In August 2020 she co-founded FabCollab in order to continue this work, and, with FabCollab, has since created numerous programmes and presented over 200 IBPOC womxn and minority artists at iconic Toronto sold out venues, live streaming to audiences of 40,000+ in partnership with the National Arts Centre, Lula Lounge, Koerner Hall, Small World Music and the Aga Khan Museum and the Royal Ontario Museum. Instagram Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / SEWING A HANDMADE KIMONO SEWING Cycles Workshops Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects February 2026 SEWING A HANDMADE KIMONO Wednesday, February 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 7 PM to 9 PM Artist: Diséiye Thompson This sewing workshop series is part of Jamii’s February Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by designer Diséiye Thompson, the workshops centre around garment-making as a way to build skill, confidence, and a deeper relationship with clothing made by hand. Participants begin with a review of foundational sewing techniques before working through the creation of a kimono. The project supports learning how to read and follow a pattern, assemble garment pieces, practice straight stitching, and complete clean finishes. Designed to be accessible and hands-on, the workshops support both those new to sewing and those returning to the craft. All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process. These workshops are open to all experience levels. Participants are encouraged to work at their own pace and engage in a way that feels comfortable and supportive. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s February Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Ghader Bsmar, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown DISEIYE THOMPSON Diséiye Thompson is a Nigerian-born fashion designer and stylist based in Toronto. Her practice is shaped by early experiences tailoring alongside her mother’s seamstress and later formal training in Contemporary Arts at Ryerson University and design studies at the Toronto Academy of Design. Since graduating in 2016, she has presented work at Toronto Fashion Week, Fashion Art Toronto, and Brosche Bridal, and has trained through apprenticeships with Greta Constantine and work with Lea-Ann Belter Bridal. Diséiye also works as a stylist for music videos and live performances, with credits including Aiza, SATE, Ceréna, and DVSN. She has previously facilitated sewing workshops with Jamii through the LAINI Youth program and the Sewing Studio Series fundraiser. UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

A free singing workshop in Toronto led by Maryem Hassan Tollar. Learn Middle Eastern songs in a welcoming community space. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / SONGS THAT FEEL LIKE HOME SINGING Cycles Workshops SONGS THAT FEEL LIKE HOME November 2026 Monday, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Maryem Hassan Tollar This singing workshop series is part of Jamii’s November Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Maryem Hassan Tollar, the workshops centre songs from across the Middle East as vessels for memory, belonging, and shared expression. Participants are guided through traditional and contemporary songs from different regions of the Middle East, learning through listening, repetition, and collective voice. The workshops prioritize connection and responsiveness, allowing the group’s pace and needs to shape the experience. The final session brings the songs together in a shared review, offering space for reflection and joy. These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior singing experience is required. Participants are encouraged to engage in ways that feel supportive, expressive, and grounded. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website . Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone. Jamii’s November Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTRATIONS OPEN ON OCT 10 Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc MARYEM HASSAN TOLLAR Maryem Hassan Tollar is an Egyptian-Canadian vocalist whose career bridges world music, classical performance, theatre, and storytelling. Her voice has appeared in major broadcast, stage, and recording projects, and her collaborative work spans ensembles, composers, and storytellers across disciplines. She has an ongoing relationship with Jamii, contributing as both facilitator and performer through multiple cycles and community gatherings. Photo by Jae Yang UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

April 2024 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / KUKU FROM GUINEA - APRIL 2024 DANCING Cycles 2024 April 2024 KUKU FROM GUINEA April 8 - 15 - 22, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Mabinty Sylla Join us to learn the basic steps and movements of Kuku, a traditional West African dance from Guinea. Originally danced by women celebrating the fishing harvest, Kuku has evolved into a popular rhythm featured at various festivals, including full moon celebrations. This women's dance is performed in a circle, and under the guidance of dancer Mabinty Sylla, participants will delve into not only the steps and rhythms but also the cultural significance of this traditional art form. For those inclined, participants will have the opportunity to share a short choreography at our Thursday Mingling event on May 2nd. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Jae Yang, Isorine Marc, Mariana Hernendez Photo Credit: Unknown Mabinty Sylla Originally from West Africa Guinea, Mabinty Sylla has been dancing in Africa for sixteen years, beginning her dance training at the age of 12 in Conakry with Mamadouba Camara her dance instructor, who is the first soloist for the Ballet Djoliba and former soloist for the Ballet Africans-two of West Africa’s most respected traditional groups. Also she learnt and performed with a group Ballet Tayelly directed by Fode Gassama. She moved to Toronto Canada since 2008 and continued her dancing & networking in Toronto with associations such as A.F.C.Y.. ..now named vibe arts and Lula Lounge french schools african dance program. She has presented her work in most of Canada’s provinces and cities e.g sunfest London Ontario and Halifax African festival. In Toronto she performs at numerous festivals such as Afro Fest from 2009 to the present and Muhtadi International Drumming. She also performs in most of the mega-city's African and Caribbean cultural programs such as Oshawa African Pavilion fiesta week, Carrisaga, Habari African Festival at Harbour Front and is a member of the extraordinary Okavango orchestra. Mabinty Sylla teaches and choreograph West African dancing in many areas e.g. schools and community programs, she also does private workshops for individuals and groups. Instagram Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

March 2026 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / SOCA & CARIBBEAN RHYTHMS DANCING Cycles Workshops March 2026 SOCA & CARIBBEAN RHYTHMS Monday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM Facilitator: Michael Mortley This dance workshop series is part of Jamii’s March Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right . Led by Michael Mortley, this dancing workshop series explores Soca and Caribbean movement as expressions of rhythm, culture, and collective joy. Participants are invited to move with energy, curiosity, and presence while connecting to music rooted in Caribbean traditions. Across five sessions, participants build endurance, coordination, and musical awareness through dynamic movement sequences inspired by Soca and Calypso. The workshop welcomes a wide range of bodies and abilities, with seated movement options available for those who need them. The focus is on moving with intention, finding your own rhythm, and sharing space with others through dance. This workshop is open to all movement levels and abilities. No previous dance experience is required. Come ready to move, create, connect, and have fun. Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited. Support free community arts Jamii offers workshops free of charge so that everyone can take part. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by making a donation through Jamii’s website . Your support helps sustain accessible, community-rooted arts experiences for neighbours of all ages. Jamii’s March Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming. REGISTER NOW Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar Photo by Jae Yang MICHAEL MORTLEY Michael Mortley is a multidisciplinary movement artist, educator, and choreographer with formal training from the University of Trinidad and Tobago and the Beijing Dance Academy. His practice spans Caribbean folk, contemporary, ballet, and global movement forms, and his teaching reflects a deep commitment to cultural storytelling through the body. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / BUCKET HAT AND BANDANA - OCTOBER 2024 SEWING Wednesday 7 pm Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects October 2024 BUCKET HAT AND BANDANA Oct 2 - 9 - 16 - 23, 2024 Artist: Anita Boey Create Your Own Customized Bucket Hat and Bandana! Join us in a new series of sewing workshops this October! Our theme for this month is “JUST WAIT” or “TEKA LANG”, which is Lead Artist, Patrick D.B.’s way of encouraging participants and audiences to take a second, to contemplate, to reflect, to meditate, to slow down and learn more about Filipino arts. Sewing Facilitator, Anita Boey, has designed a circular Bucket Hat with Bandana for this theme. The cyclical nature of waiting—rather than following a linear path—is embodied in the process of making this bucket hat. There are no straight lines in its construction; instead, circular stitches hold the hat together, serving as a reminder to move slowly through our daily activities. In a world that pushes us to take the fastest and most direct route, it’s in the moments of slowness and quiet reflection that we truly appreciate the beauty around us. The process of crafting this bucket hat compels us to slow down, with each stitch following a curved line. Additionally, the inclusion of a bandana around the neck pays homage to Patrick’s Filipino heritage and fashion style. Join in to create your own customized Bucket Hat and Bandana. Jamii will provide a selection of fabric for you to choose from, and we also welcome you to bring fabric that means something special to you. For this sewing project, you’ll need two types of fabric: a thicker fabric for the outer layer of the hat, and a lining fabric for the inside of the hat and bandana. You’ll need about 1 meter of each fabric. For novice sewers, Ghader, our dedicated Sewing Workshop Assistant, will guide you with the fundamental skills of operating a sewing machine while delving into a simple yet captivating bandana. SHOWCASE YOUR WORK Sewing participants are highly encouraged to attend the “Saturday Mingling” event at Jamii on October 26th. This will be an opportunity to showcase your Bucket Hat and Bandana to the rest of the Jamii community. Let’s stitch our Wednesdays away in a warm and encouraging atmosphere. By the end of this workshop series, you’ll not only have a garment to treasure but also the pride of mastering new sewing skills! Workshop Schedule 1) Wednesday October 2nd – Introduction to the theme of “JUST WAIT”, and how it inspired the design of this Bucket Hat and Bandana. Participants will choose their fabric, transfer the pattern pieces onto their fabric and cut their fabric. 2) Wednesday October 9th – Sew the outer layer and lining of the bucket hat. 3) Wednesday October 16th – Sew the bucket hat together. 4) Wednesday October 23rd – Sew the bandana and adding finishing touches to the hat, and end with a Fashion Show! REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc, Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. I am a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment

The Jamii Hub turns into a singing sanctuary on Fridays! In May, join us to uncover the full potential of your singing voice. INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SINGING / EXPLORING YOUR AUTHENTIC VOICE - MAY 2024 SINGING Friday 7 pm EXPLORING YOUR AUTHENTIC VOICE May 2024 May 10 - 17 - 24, 2024 Facilitator: Germaine Konji Three singing workshops led by Germain Konji during which you will be using your spoken voices as a gateway to a fresh perspective on singing. Through engaging group vocal warm-ups and exercises, uncover the full potential of your singing voice. In this workshop, Germaine will integrate elements of voice and text training within a group setting to explore the art of singing. Together, we'll dive into core principles of vocal technique, enhancing our sound and expanding our vocal abilities. With these three workshops, we will have one musical creation to share, for those willing, on May 25th, for our Saturday Mingling! There will be some movement activities which would be ideal with yoga mat. If you have a yoga mat, please bring one. Otherwise Jamii will provide them. Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar Germaine Konji Germaine Konji (they/them) is a Kenyan-Canadian actor, singer, and writer. A two time Dora nominee, their artistry often lives where the theatrical, cultural, and political intersect. Select credits: Universal Child Care (Canadian Stage), Grand Magic, A Wrinkle in Time, Finally There’s Sun (Stratford Festival), Serving Elizabeth (Theatre Aquarius), Dixon Road (Obsidian/ Musical Stage Co), UnCovered, the Music of ABBA, UnCovered, the Music of Carole King (Musical Stage Co.), Into the Woods (Talk is Free Theatre) Instagram Photo by Bradlee Dela Cruz UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. No events at the moment

February 2025 INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / DANCING / CONTEMPORARY DANCE - FEBRUARY 2025 DANCING Cycles 2025 February 2025 CONTEMPORARY DANCE February 3 - 10 - 17, 2025 from 7pm to 8:30pm Facilitator: Ysabel Garcia Contemporary dance is a style of interpretive dance that combines techniques from various genres, including ballet, jazz, modern dance, and lyrical dance. It's characterized by a lack of stylistic standards, similarly to human beings - contemporary dance is constantly changing and evolving. In this workshop, participants will explore contemporary dance as a means of self-expression, connecting with others through exploratory and collaborative partner work while engaging in meaningful moments of self-reflection. Using the theme of mirrors as a guiding thread, the workshop invites participants to look inward, embrace their individuality, and see themselves in a new light through the power of movement. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Hadeal Karrar Photo Credit: Unknown Ysabel Garcia Ysabel Garcia is a Toronto-based emerging dance artist, choreographer and dance educator. Ysabel graduated in 2023 from York University’s Dance programme wherein she was the recipient of the York Dance award and trained under many prominent Toronto contemporary dance artists including Tracey Norman and Syreeta Hector. Prior to this, Ysabel graduated from the Pre-Professional Programme at the Toronto School of Ballet and trained at the Prima Ballet School and the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. Most recently, Ysabel was a featured alumni choreographer for O’Neill Collegiate Vocational Institute’s “Creations” showcase and was the 2023 Emerging Choreographer for Kingston’s “Ground Up” Dance Festival. Presently, Ysabel works as a Dance Teacher in the city and at The National Ballet of Canada in Education and Community Engagement amalgamating her dual passions for dance and inclusion and equity. Upcoming Dates UPCOMING DATES Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend. Mon, Mar 02 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 02, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +8 more Mon, Mar 09 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +6 more Mon, Mar 16 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +4 more Mon, Mar 23 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +7 more Mon, Mar 30 March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series / The Jamii Hub REGISTER NOW Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration. +5 more

Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects INDOOR ACTIVITIES / CYCLES / SEWING / HOODED SCARF - SEPTEMBER 2024 SEWING Wednesday 7 pm Beginner and Intermediate Friendly Projects September 2024 HOODED SCARF Sept 4 - 11 - 18 - 25, 2024 Artist: Anita Boey This September, we invite you to participate in our exciting new series of sewing workshops, themed “Storybeing.” This concept, introduced by lead artist Nova Bhattacharya, reflects the idea that “art making is embodied storytelling.” Nova’s vision of “Storybeing” emphasizes that we are all living dynamic stories as the main characters in our own narratives. Our Sewing Facilitator, Anita Boey, has designed a Hooded Scarf made from repurposed sari and wool. This elegant scarf wraps around the neck while providing protection for the head. Much like a storyteller revealing layers of a narrative, this scarf unfolds to showcase intricate details and diverse characters within its design. Create Your Own Customized Hooded Scarf Participants will have the opportunity to create their own Hooded Scarf. We will provide a selection of fabrics to choose from, and we encourage participants to bring any special fabric that holds personal meaning. For this project, participants will need 2 meters of thick, yet soft fabric (imagine a cozy scarf). For novice sewers, our dedicated Sewing Workshop Assistants, Shaimaa and Ghader, will guide you through the fundamental skills of operating a sewing machine, starting with a simple yet captivating scarf without the hood. SHOWCASE YOUR WORK Sewing participants are highly encouraged to attend the “Saturday Mingling” event at Jamii on September 28th. This will be an opportunity to showcase your Hooded Scarf to the rest of the Jamii community. Let’s stitch our Wednesdays away in a warm and encouraging atmosphere. By the end of this workshop series, you’ll not only have a garment to treasure but also the pride of mastering new sewing skills! Workshop Schedule Wednesday, September 4 Introduction to the theme of “Storybeing” and its inspiration for the Hooded Scarf design. Participants will choose their fabric, transfer the pattern pieces onto their fabric, and cut their fabric. Wednesday, September 11 Sew the outer and lining of the hood. Wednesday, September 18 Sew the outer and lining of the scarf and piece together the hood and scarf. Wednesday, September 25 Add finishing touches to the Hooded Scarf. Conclude with a Storytelling Fashion Show! SEWING WORKSHOPS FOR SEPTEMBER IS NOW FULL. PLEASE JOIN THE WAITLIST THROUGH THE BUTTON BELOW AND WE WILL GET IN TOUCH WITH YOU IF ANY SPOTS BECOME AVAILABLE. REGISTRATIONS WILL OPEN FOR WEDNESDAY SEWING OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ON SEPTEMBER 15 AT 12 PM. PLEASE VISIT THIS PAGE AND REGISTER FOR THE UPCOMING MONTH. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PROJECT PARTICIPANTS WORK ON IS DIFFERENT EACH MONTH. REGISTRATIONS CLOSED Cycle Workshops Reminders 🔔 Want a heads-up? Sign up to receive a monthly email reminder when Cycle workshop registrations open. First name* Last name* Email* REMIND ME Photos by Isorine Marc & Anita Boey Photo Credit: Unknown Anita Boey Business Professor by day, sewist by night. I am a passionate sewist with a deep interest for sustainability and creativity. As an advocate for reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly practices, I utilize rescued materials in my sewing projects. I hope that my sewing serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can emerge from diverted waste, while inspiring others to join me in the quest for a more sustainable world, one stitch at a time. Instagram UPCOMING DATES Participants must commit to one full month. You must register separately for each workshop session within that month to complete your registration. If we don't receive your registration for each workshops within that month, we will not be able to complete your registration. No events at the moment