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 Workshops  
 & Events 

Discover a variety of workshops and special events at Beaches Sandbox, from cooking and wellness to live entertainment and more. We offer activities for all interests, ages, and abilities in Toronto’s Beaches neighbourhood. Check back often for new additions, and sign up for our newsletter to have the updates come to you!

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Spring Canapés Culinary Workshop

Learn how to create a stunning selection of bite-sized delights using fresh, vibrant ingredients perfect for entertaining.

Thursday, May 29 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Alison Young and Evan Porter
Live Music: Jazz

We're bringing live Jazz back to the third floor of Beaches Sandbox this spring!

Saturday, June 7 | 8:00 PM

Vegetarian Dumplings
Vegetarian Dumpling Cooking Workshop

Discover the art of crafting delicious vegetarian dumplings in our hands-on workshop!

Thursday, June 19 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Filipino Independence Day Celebration at Beaches Sandbox

Join us as we celebrate Filipino culture, heritage, and community spirit at the Filipino Independence Day Celebration at Beaches Sandbox!

Thursday, June 12 | 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Dawn T. Maracle at Beaches Sandbox
Curator Led Discussion - National Indigenous Peoples Day

Join our Curator, Dawn T. Maracle, a Mohawk woman from Kenhté:ke a.k.a. Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory in Southern Ontario, who sits with the Bear Clan, for a 15-minute chat, as she discusses the importance of National Indigenous People’s Day.

Saturday, June 21 | 10:00 – 10:15 AM

man holding two Haudenosaunee Rattles
Tot Rattle Making Workshop - National Indigenous Peoples Day

Tots and caregivers join Mohawk facilitator Dawn Maracle to make paper-plate rattles at part of National Indigenous Peoples Day at Beaches Sandbox.

Saturday, June 21 | 10:30 - 11:15 AM

Elder Cat Criger at Beaches Sandbox
Teachings and Tellings with Elder Cat Criger - National Indigenous Peoples Day

Spend time with traditional Indigenous teacher and philosopher, Cat Cringer. Explore Indigenous teachings, storytelling, and participate in an open Q&A.

Saturday, June 21 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Bead design by Katie Longboat
Beginner Beaded Strawberry Workshop - National Indigenous Peoples Day

Learn the basic stitches of beading and engage in conversation about beadwork with beadworker Kaite Longboat.

Saturday, June 21 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Blankets laid out at Beaches Sandbox for the Blanket Exercise
Blanket Exercise Workshop - National Indigenous Peoples Day

The Blanket Exercise is intended to introduce Canadians and Indigenous peoples to major historical events in Canadian history, raise awareness of continuing injustices and impacts of colonization, and promote further learning.

Saturday, June 21 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM

Rosary Spence performing
Rosary Spence Live Music Performance - National Indigenous Peoples Day

Rosary’s voice carries the spirit of her ancestors and the stories of her people. For her, singing has always been more than a passion; it is a lifelong journey of healing, expression, and connection. 

Saturday, June 21 | 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Activities For All!

Beaches Sandbox offers a wide variety of high-quality programming. Our goal is for everyone to be able to participate in these programs, regardless of their financial status. The Beaches Sandbox Financial Assistance Program is put in place to allow those who otherwise could not afford to participate, access to all programs offered at the centre.

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