{"id":27297,"date":"2026-06-16T09:35:43","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:35:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.choicereit.ca\/?post_type=placemaking-event&p=27297"},"modified":"2026-06-18T11:03:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T15:03:46","slug":"lots-of-play-the-annex-2","status":"publish","type":"placemaking-event","link":"https:\/\/www.choicereit.ca\/fr\/placemaking-event\/lots-of-play-the-annex-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Lots of Play The Annex"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Lots of Play in The Annex<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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July 24-26, 2026 | 650 Dupont St<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Get Ready To Play!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join us in The Annex for the final stop of the Lots of Play<\/a> series. Lots of Play The Annex is a three-day arts-focused event featuring free workshops, live performances, and creative activities for people of all ages, with the site transformed into a vibrant space for making and exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From drumming and cyanotypes to puppet-making, stilt walking, and textile art, there are plenty of ways to get creative and connect with your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Programming is free and open to everyone. Drop in 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 24 | 3:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM<\/summary>
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Puppet Making & Storytelling Workshop<\/strong> [Drop-in]
with Sakia Muller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:00 PM \u2013 3:45 PM
Create puppet characters using everyday materials and bring
them to life through storytelling, imagination, and playful performance. <\/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 participants showcase their newly created puppet
characters in a collaborative performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

4:00 PM \u2013 4:45 PM
Learn the basics of Moko Jumbie stilt walking in a supportive
beginner workshop focused on movement, confidence, and joy. <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Moko Jumbie Stilt Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Pixel Heller<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4:45 PM \u2013 5:00 PM
Experience a vibrant stilt-walking performance inspired by Afro-Caribbean traditions and carnival culture. <\/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 the natural pigments of flowers onto fabric and paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embroidered Hats<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Micah Chu<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM
Customize and decorate a hat using embroidery techniques and creative textile design.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, July 25 | 11:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/summary>
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T-Shirt Yarn Macram\u00e9 Keychains<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Monique Bergeron<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM
Transform recycled fabric into colourful macram\u00e9 keychains using simple knotting techniques and creative design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM
Explore rhythm and percussion in an interactive group drumming experience rooted in African musical traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

1:00 PM \u2013 1:15 PM
Enjoy a live drumming performance filled with rhythm, energy, and community spirit.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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

1:15 PM \u2013 2:30 PM
Turn a blank t-shirt into wearable art using bold stencils, fabric paints, and your own creative style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ukulele Workshop<\/strong> [Registration suggested]
with Vicky Wang<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:30 PM \u2013 3:30 PM
Learn ukulele basics through a fun and welcoming workshop focused on rhythm, creativity, and making music together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ukulele Performance<\/strong> [All welcome]
with Vicky Wang<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:30 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
Enjoy a live performance showcasing the versatility and charm of the ukulele.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, July 26 | 11:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/summary>
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Cyanotypes <\/strong>[Registration suggested]
with Jen Chin<\/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 drumming 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 2:45 PM
Create bold stencil designs and explore expressive street-art inspired techniques using chalk spray paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

2:45 PM \u2013 3:45 PM
Discover the sounds of steelpan percussion through a collaborative and engaging music workshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

3:45 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
Close out the weekend with a lively 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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