{"id":26543,"date":"2026-06-16T09:31:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.choicereit.ca\/?post_type=placemaking-event&p=26543"},"modified":"2026-06-18T11:05:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T15:05:45","slug":"lots-of-play-leslieville","status":"publish","type":"placemaking-event","link":"https:\/\/www.choicereit.ca\/fr\/placemaking-event\/lots-of-play-leslieville\/","title":{"rendered":"Lots of Play Leslieville\u202f"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Lots of Play in Leslieville<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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July 10\u201312, 2026 | 17 Leslie St<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Get Ready To Play!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join us for a weekend of Lots of Play<\/a> in Leslieville. Over three days, this free, arts-focused programming transforms an everyday parking lot into a vibrant community space filled with creativity, connection, and hands-on experiences for people of all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From puppet-making and live music to drumming, stilt walking, and collaborative art activities, the weekend brings together artists, neighbours, and community members for a shared celebration of creativity and play.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, July 11 | Launch Party<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, July 11 is the Launch Party<\/a>, featuring workshops, performances, and Lots of Play swag for the first 150 visitors while supplies last.<\/strong> Programming is free and open to everyone. Drop in over the weekend or register in advance for select workshops to save your spot. Come out, get creative, and play with your community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

See below for daily program schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, July 10 | 3:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM<\/summary>
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Puppet Making & Storytelling Workshop <\/strong>[Drop-in]
with Saskia Muller <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:00 PM \u2013 3:45 PM
Transform everyday materials into imaginative puppet characters and bring them to life through storytelling and playful performance techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group Puppet Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Saskia Muller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:45 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
Watch newly created puppet characters take centre stage in a collaborative performance led by workshop participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ukelele Workshop <\/strong>[Registration suggested]
with Ajhani Azure<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4:00 PM \u2013 4:45 PM
Learn the basics of ukulele in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment focused on rhythm, creativity, and making music together.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ukelele Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Ajhani Azure<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4:45 PM \u2013 5:00 PM
Enjoy a live performance showcasing a blend of pop, soul, and acoustic storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flower Pounding Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Vero Diaz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5:00 PM \u2013 6:00 PM
Create botanical prints by transferring natural pigments from flowers onto fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embroidered Hats<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Mo Asad<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM
Customize and embellish a hat using embroidery techniques while exploring personal style and creative expression.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Launch Party | Saturday, July 11 | 11:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/summary>\n
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\ud83c\udf81 Free Swag<\/strong>
First 150 visitors<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfb6 Live Performances<\/strong>
Throughout the day<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfa8 Hands-On Activities<\/strong>
Workshops for all ages<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf7f Free Treats<\/strong>
Popcorn, ice cream & more<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Moko Jumbie Stilt-Walking Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Pixel Heller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:00 AM \u2013 11:30 AM
Learn the foundations of Moko Jumbie stilt walking in a safe, supportive beginner session focused on movement, confidence, and Afro-Caribbean cultural traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moko Jumbie Stilt Performance<\/strong> [Drop-in]
with Pixel Heller <\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:30 AM \u2013 12:00 PM
Experience a live stilt performance celebrating movement, culture, and storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moko Jumbie Stilt-Walking Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Pixel Heller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:00 PM \u2013 12:30 PM
A second opportunity to explore beginner stilt walking and build confidence through movement and play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

T-Shirt Decorating Workshop<\/strong> [Drop-in]
with Nicholas Ridiculous <\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:30 PM \u2013 1:45 PM
Turn a blank t-shirt into wearable art using bold stencils, fabric paints, and creative expression.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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African Drumming Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Richard Best<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1:45 PM \u2013 2:45 PM
Explore rhythm and percussion in a high-energy group drumming experience rooted in tradition and collective music-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

African Drumming Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Richard Best<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:45 PM \u2013 3:00 PM
Enjoy a live performance that brings rhythm, energy, and cultural storytelling to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

T-Shirt Yarn Macram\u00e9 Keychains<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Mo Asaad<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:00 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
Transform recycled fabric into colourful macram\u00e9 keychains using simple knotting techniques and creative design.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, July 12 | 11:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/summary>
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Cyanotypes<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Muna Muse<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM
Experiment with sunlight-based photography to create striking blue-and-white prints using natural and found objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colombian Drumming Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Beny Esguerra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM
Learn traditional Colombian rhythms through an interactive group percussion experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colombian Drumming Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Beny Esguerra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1:00 PM \u2013 1:30 PM
Experience the energy and vibrancy of live Colombian percussion and rhythm.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stencil Making & Chalk Spray Paint<\/strong> [Drop-in]
with Betiel Ghirmay Araia <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1:30 PM \u2013 2:30 PM
Create bold stencil designs and explore large-scale expressive street-style art techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impulse Steel Orchestra Percussion Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Aldene Herman<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:30 PM \u2013 3:30 PM
Discover the sounds of steelpan percussion in a collaborative, high-energy music workshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impulse Steel Orchestra Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Aldene Herman<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:30 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
Close out the weekend with a vibrant steelpan performance celebrating rhythm, culture, and community.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Register for Workshops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Programming is free and open to everyone. To guarantee your spot, we recommend registering in advance for workshops that require registration, while drop-in activities are available throughout the weekend as space permits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Browse the schedule below and reserve your spot in your favourite workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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