Join progressive social and community
service workers in an open and
informal dialogue about the struggles, challenges and rewards
of
working for change "within the system". The discussion
will be
facilitated by Dr. Sandra Preston from the McMaster School of
Social
Work, and recent graduate student Meaghan Ross. The evening is
free
and all are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
THE SEEN
When?
Thursday May 8
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The SEEN is Sky Dragon's one and
only diverse and eclectic open stage for every age. Each Thursday
we welcome you to share and enjoy the positive vibrations of poetry,
music, dance, spoken word and whatever it is that you do. Discovering
hidden talents of the Hamilton community, THE SEEN encourages
you to express yourself and revive an old art movement happening
in an entirely new century. Host Evelissa will be inviting an
ever-changing line-up of performers, visual artists and guest
MC's to keep the evening fresh.
FREE ADMITTANCE, FREE EXPRESSION, FREE YOUR MIND! Help demystify
artistic credentials. We all have talents, come showcase yours…
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Opening
of Natural Histories by Maria Whiteman
When?
Friday May 9
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Cente - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us on the evening of the James
North Art Crawl for another fantastic gallery opening. Natural
Histories probes the visual, social and environmental encounter
zones between natural and industrial landscapes in the contemporary
world. The work consists primarily of large-scale digital photographs
displayed singly, in diptychs or triptychs, or as fields of multiple
photographs.
Maria Whiteman is an artist, photographer and writer based in
Hamilton, Ontario. She has taught Multimedia and Studio Art at
McMaster University, where she currently teaches Visual and Cultural
Studies in the English Department.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Saturday
Market with Plan B Organic Farm, Crafts by Angelika and Speakeasy
Coffee Roastery
When?
Saturday May 10
What
time?
10 am to 1 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us Saturdays at the Bread and
Roses Cafe as local organic farmers and food activists Plan B
offer great produce for sale. Get your fresh organic veggies right
in downtown Hamilton!
In addition, Hamilton’s own undisputed Queen of the Cross-Stitch,
Angelika will be on hand selling funky and functional hand-made
clothes and offering free knitting lessons!
Finally, Stephen Armstrong of the Speakeasy fair trade / organic
coffee roastery will be on site roasting coffee. Come see how
your favourite beverage comes to life!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Jazz
@ Sky Dragon
When?
Saturday May 10
What
time?
8:30 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us for an evening of excellent
live Jazz, with Dan Willer on guitar, Kevin Freer on Bass and
Matt Burns on Drums.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
She Rusty
Sleep
When?
Monday May 12
What
time?
8 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
She Rusty Sleep is a new poetry
series happening at the Bread and Roses. There will be an open
mic each night and two fantastic features. The series will take
place on the second Monday of every month. This month’s
show features Kate Leadbeater and The White Noise Machine. It
all gets started at 8pm --come early and sign up for the open
mic!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Lit Chat:
UK Poetry
When?
Tuesday May 13
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Paul Sutherland, poet and editor
of the British poetry magazine Dreamcatcher visits us with "UK
Poetry". Paul lives in England. He will also be reading at
LitLive May 4. Join us monthly in our informal and lively discussions.
http://litchat-hamilton.blogspot.com/
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Speakeasy
Cupping
When?
Tuesday May 13
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Do you currently sell Fair Trade
products? Are you considering selling them? Do you want to learn
more about Fair Trade? Join the Speakeasy fair trade / organic
coffee roastery for a hot cup of freshly roasted coffee with a
side order of justice. This fun and information-filled evening
will allow you to: view a short CBC Marketplace documentary, listen
to a talk by Speakeasy operator Stephen Armstrong,
watch and learn how coffee is roasted, try a ‘cupping’
(tasting) session, enjoy other fair trade treats @ Bread &
Roses Café, and network with other ethical consumers. Please
R.S.V.P. by e-mail to Grant Ranalli by Thursday may 8th (positiveone@sympatico.ca).
The evening is hosted by Stephen Armstrong and Speakeasy @ Sky
Dragon in association with the St. Joseph’s Parish (Hamilton)
Development & Peace / Social Justice Committee.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Sky Dragon
Toastmasters
When?
Tuesday May 13
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - basement
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Sky Dragon Toastmasters runs self-paced
Communication and Leadership programs to help you change the world.
Guests always welcome!
Information:
For more information, call Jonathan
at (905) 628-6456.
What?
Peace
Drinks
When?
Wednesday May 14
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Come meet members of Hamilton’s
vibrant peace community at this relaxed monthly mixer. This evening
is sponsored by Canadian Centres for Teaching Peace. All are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
The Well
LGBTQ Wellness Centre Open House
When?
Thursday May 15
What
time?
7 pm to 9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
Come by and check out the new Well
office at the Sky Dragon Centre. Hamilton’s first LGBTQ
wellness and resource centre, the Well has a number of exciting
initiatives underway. Well members will be on-hand to answer questions
and give tours of the new office. All are welcome to attend.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
THE SEEN:
LGBTQ Edition
When?
Thursday May 15
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The SEEN is Sky Dragon's one and
only diverse and eclectic open stage for every age. Each Thursday
we welcome you to share and enjoy the positive vibrations of poetry,
music, dance, spoken word and whatever it is that you do. Discovering
hidden talents of the Hamilton community, THE SEEN encourages
you to express yourself and revive an old art movement happening
in an entirely new century. Host Evelissa will be inviting an
ever-changing line-up of performers, visual artists and guest
MC's to keep the evening fresh.
This week the SEEN will occur after the Well LGBTQ Wellness Centre
open house from 7 pm to 9 pm. We’re putting the call out
to queer performers to hit the stage with the regular SEEN crowd
and to celebrate the diversity of our fine city. All are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Primal
Beat Bohemian Club
When?
Friday May 16
What
time?
8 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
All are welcome to drum, dance,
shimmy and trance at the Primal Beat
Bohemian Club. The Club is an open drum circle hosted by Hamilton
newcomer Jeannette Tossounian, and promises to be a night of fun
and
good vibes. Everyone is welcome to bring a percussion instrument
and
become one with the circle. Experienced and complete beginner
drummers
are welcome; the goal is to connect to the primal beat in all
of us.
Admission is free and drumming starts at 8pm.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Saturday
Market with Plan B Organic Farm, Crafts by Angelika and Speakeasy
Coffee Roastery
When?
Saturday May 17
What
time?
10 am to 1 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us Saturdays at the Bread and
Roses Cafe as local organic farmers and food activists Plan B
offer great produce for sale. Get your fresh organic veggies right
in downtown Hamilton!
In addition, Hamilton’s own undisputed Queen of the Cross-Stitch,
Angelika will be on hand selling funky and functional hand-made
clothes and offering free knitting lessons!
Finally, Stephen Armstrong of the Speakeasy fair trade / organic
coffee roastery will be on site roasting coffee. Come see how
your favourite beverage comes to life!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Jazz
@ Sky Dragon
When?
Saturday May 17
What
time?
8:30 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us for an evening of excellent
live Jazz, with Blair Shier on Guitar, John Stemlar on Bass and
Matt Burns on Drums.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Games
Night
When?
Monday May 19
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The gloves come off and the games
come out at the Bread and Roses Café. Come out for a night
of free gaming goodness! Games regularly played include Mahjong,
Risk, Chess and Go. Other games and gamers are more than welcome
to attend!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Anarchist
Economics: Social Economy and Cooperatives
When?
Tuesday May 20
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join facilitator Kevin MacKay, founder
of the Sky Dragon Coop, in a discussion of the global social economy
movement and the possibility of creating an equitable, democratic
and ecologically sustainable economy. Special focus will be given
to the Association for Promotion of Social Economy in Basel, Switzerland,
and the Sky Dragon Community Development Coop. All are welcome
to attend this free talk and discussion.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Sky Dragon
Toastmasters
When?
Tuesday May 20
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - second floor
conference room
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Sky Dragon Toastmasters runs self-paced
Communication and Leadership programs to help you change the world.
Guests always welcome!
Information:
For more information, call Jonathan
at (905) 628-6456.
What?
Within
and Against
When?
Wednesday May 21
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - second floor
conference room
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join progressive social and community
service workers in an open and
informal dialogue about the struggles, challenges and rewards
of
working for change "within the system". The discussion
will be
facilitated by Dr. Sandra Preston from the McMaster School of
Social
Work, and recent graduate student Meaghan Ross. The evening is
free
and all are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Mark
Weinstock and Just Married in Concert
When?
Wednesday May 21
What
time?
7:30 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
An evening of excellent music with
Mark Weinstock and Just Married, a duo from New York City. $6
cover or pay what you can.
www.myspace.com/markweinstock
www.myspace.com/justmarriedtour
www.KindRecords.com
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
THE SEEN
When?
Thursday May 22
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The SEEN is Sky Dragon's one and
only diverse and eclectic open stage for every age. Each Thursday
we welcome you to share and enjoy the positive vibrations of poetry,
music, dance, spoken word and whatever it is that you do. Discovering
hidden talents of the Hamilton community, THE SEEN encourages
you to express yourself and revive an old art movement happening
in an entirely new century. Host Evelissa will be inviting an
ever-changing line-up of performers, visual artists and guest
MC's to keep the evening fresh.
FREE ADMITTANCE, FREE EXPRESSION, FREE YOUR MIND! Help demystify
artistic credentials. We all have talents, come showcase yours…
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Brian
Kierstead in Concert
When?
Friday May 23
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
Join local folk/rock favourite Brian
Kierstead for a great night of music.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
The Folkadelic
Trio
When?
Saturday May 24
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
The Folkadelic Trio are three unique
musicians from the Niagara Region who combine many popular styles
for an engaging night of creative acoustic music. All are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Saturday
Market with Plan B Organic Farm, Crafts by Angelika and Speakeasy
Coffee Roastery
When?
Saturday May 24
What
time?
10 am to 1 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us Saturdays at the Bread and
Roses Cafe as local organic farmers and food activists Plan B
offer great produce for sale. Get your fresh organic veggies right
in downtown Hamilton!
In addition, Hamilton’s own undisputed Queen of the Cross-Stitch,
Angelika will be on hand selling funky and functional hand-made
clothes and offering free knitting lessons!
Finally, Stephen Armstrong of the Speakeasy fair trade / organic
coffee roastery will be on site roasting coffee. Come see how
your favourite beverage comes to life!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Games
Night
When?
Monday May 26
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The gloves come off and the games
come out at the Bread and Roses Café. Come out for a night
of free gaming goodness! Games regularly played include Mahjong,
Risk, Chess and Go. Other games and gamers are more than welcome
to attend!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Sky Dragon
Toastmasters
When?
Tuesday May 27
What
time?
7 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - second floor
conference room
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Sky Dragon Toastmasters runs self-paced
Communication and Leadership programs to help you change the world.
Guests always welcome!
Information:
For more information, call Jonathan
at (905) 628-6456.
What?
Space
Travel Records Show
When?
Tuesday May 27
What
time?
Doors @ 6:45 pm / Music @ 8:45 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St - second floor
What the heck?
Come check out five awesome bands,
a Space Travel Records tape/cd trading post, a photo-club photograh
expo and more! Bands include: Mt.Royal: http://www.myspace.com/mtroyal,
Women!: http://www.myspace.com/womenmusic, Maple Creek Junction:
http://www.myspace.com/maplecreek, Random , and Beat and Path
$3 at the door or pay what you can
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Screening
of Think Peace
When?
Wednesday May 28
What
time?
7:30 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
For six days in June of 2006 in
Vancouver, 5000 delegates mobilized from 90 countries to do no
less than revise the paradigm of peace and take the steps necessary
to create a world without war. A group of citizen journalists
and filmmakers attended the event to seek out credible voices
that could describe the challenges facing the world’s largest
ever social movement. The result was over 120 hours of footage
featuring interviews with politicians, scientists, activists,
thinkers, musicians and everyday people. The many streams of thought
that shape the modern day peace movement inform the tones of this
film. Structured as a sequence of vignettes, the diverse narrative
challenges the viewer to discover the common threads between current
global issues for themselves. After all, peace must start within.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
THE SEEN
When?
Thursday May 29
What
time?
9 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - 27 King William
St. - ground floor
What the heck?
The SEEN is Sky Dragon's one and
only diverse and eclectic open stage for every age. Each Thursday
we welcome you to share and enjoy the positive vibrations of poetry,
music, dance, spoken word and whatever it is that you do. Discovering
hidden talents of the Hamilton community, THE SEEN encourages
you to express yourself and revive an old art movement happening
in an entirely new century. Host Evelissa will be inviting an
ever-changing line-up of performers, visual artists and guest
MC's to keep the evening fresh.
FREE ADMITTANCE, FREE EXPRESSION, FREE YOUR MIND! Help demystify
artistic credentials. We all have talents, come showcase yours…
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Quarter
Past 2 Jazz Quintet in Concert
When?
Saturday May 31
What
time?
8 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Quarter Past Two includes Jonathan
Willems - Saxophone, Steve Cummings - Guitar, Jordan Milko - Piano,
Jeff Deegan - Bass, Sean Filice - Drums. This quintet was formed
in 2005. They have performed regularly together as a part of the
Grimsby Pumphouse Author's Series. From this, they have gone on
to play for many functions and galas including the Niagara Foundation
for Catholic
Education, the Rotary Youth Conference and the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
This spring they performed with great success at "Jazz on
the Ridge" at
the Peninsula Ridge Winery in Niagara. Currently the guys are
attending
five different schools in southern Ontario, and maintain a busy
performance schedule. Donations are welcome to support the performers!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Saturday
Market with Plan B Organic Farm, Crafts by Angelika and Speakeasy
Coffee Roastery
When?
Saturday May 31
What
time?
10 am to 1 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Join us Saturdays at the Bread and
Roses Cafe as local organic farmers and food activists Plan B
offer great produce for sale. Get your fresh organic veggies right
in downtown Hamilton!
In addition, Hamilton’s own undisputed Queen of the Cross-Stitch,
Angelika will be on hand selling funky and functional hand-made
clothes and offering free knitting lessons!
Finally, Stephen Armstrong of the Speakeasy fair trade / organic
coffee roastery will be on site roasting coffee. Come see how
your favourite beverage comes to life!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Dynamic
Meditation
When?
Saturday May 31
What
time?
11:30 am to 1 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - second floor
dance studio
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Meditation is a state of relaxed
alertness and a tool to clear the mind. Dynamic Meditation is
an active meditation that dissolves blocks to allow us to become
more natural and relaxed. Its benefits are experienced mentally,
emotionally, physically and spiritually. Matteo Ciavarella guides
Dynamic Meditation after years of practicing the technique himself.
Matteo is a primary school teacher, drummer and dancer who loves
to celebrate life. All are welcome to attend Dynamic Meditation.
There is a $10 fee for each session.
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org
What?
Lit Live
When?
Sunday June 1
What
time?
7:30 pm
Where?
Sky Dragon Centre - ground floor
27 King William Street, between James and Hughson
What the heck?
Arts Hamilton sponsors the city's
premier literary event. This month's amazing line-up of readers
TBA. The Bread and Roses Café opens at 6:30 pm so you can
enjoy some of their award-winning organic food before the reading.
Lit Live is a free event and all are welcome!
Information:
For more information: 905-777-8102
or kevin@skydragon.org