Featured Events in Burlington in November, 2024(December Updated)

Tickets: $25 Online, $30 The Edison Room in Burlington! Join us for an unforgettable night of live music at The Block co. Graven and Stephen Stanley will be performing their latest hits, creating an electric atmosphere you won't want to miss. Grab your friends and come on down for a night of good music and great vibes. See you there! Information Source: Graven | eventbrite

Age: 18+ Dat: Friday November 1 Time: 6:30-9:30 PM Cost: M $60 and NM $65 Instructor: Nesli Pakkal Want to learn about a ceramicist’s unique approach to their craft, while trying your hand at creating your own clay vessel? Join us for a night of learning how to use the pottery wheel – absolutely no experience is required for this fun, hands-on night working with clay. Effective September 2024, Build A Bowl workshop fees will include firing and glazing for a maximum of two bowls per student. Bowls selected for firing must be structurally sound, meaning that there are no holes in the vessel and walls are neither too heavy or too thin to withstand firing. Additional bowls may be fired and glazed at a cost of $10 per bowl provided these also meet the technical requirements for a finished bowl. When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security. About the Instructor: Nesli Pakkal has been a passionate potter and a member of the Art Gallery of Burlington and the Burlington Potters Guild since 2017. Her primary focus is wheel work. She creates a wide range of both contemporary and traditional pieces including a line of Ottoman/Turkish designs that back to the 15 th century. She continues to refine her skills through the Mohawk College Ceramics program, and by taking advanced classes from master potter Donn Zver. Nesli’s work has been on exhibit at AGB. She takes part in seasonal sales of Burlington Potters Guild and Hamilton Potters Guild. She loves to teach and transfer her passion and knowledge to people interested in playing with clay. COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Please review the AGB's COVID-19 safety guidelines on our website before attending your first class. We ask that all visitors self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before arrival. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to class. ATTIRE: Please dress in clothing that reflects the nature of the activity. Your clothing may get messy from the materials and media utilized in your class. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory. ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS? Important - Notify us on your registration if the student has an allergy, health concerns, or a learning exception that could impact participation in the class. We would like to remind you that we are a nut-free facility. Information Source: Art Gallery of Burlington | eventbrite

Join us for an unforgettable evening as award-winning classical crossover artists Giorgia Fumanti and Blue Violin lead you on a musical journey through some of the most iconic movie melodies. Be prepared for an intimate experience that will touch your heart and soul. Let the flickering of over 500 candles transport you to a magical world where some of the most recognizable film songs come to life. Usher in the holiday season with the mesmerizing sounds of Giorgia Fumanti and Blue Violin as they share their passion for movie melodies in an enchanting performance that is perfect for the whole family. Giorgia Fumanti, a classical crossover star and internationally acclaimed singer, has been making headlines worldwide with her stunning voice and impressive collaborations. From performing with classical icon Jose Carreras to pop legend Michael Bolton, Giorgia’s talent has been praised by audiences and critics alike. Blue Violin, founder of the Boston String Quartet, brings a multimedia experience to his performances, blending original music with covers using a single violin. His virtuosity and production style have been compared to the likes of Lindsey Stirling, David Garrett, and 2CELLOS. With recent sold out shows across Europe and North America, Blue Violin has performed with renowned artists such as John Mayer, Paul Simon, and members of Celtic Woman and Riverdance, and even Sesame Street! Candlelight Concert: A Night at the Cinema will feature a mesmerizing repertoire, including themes from modern movie classics such as What Was I Made For (Barbie), A Million Dreams (Greatest Showman), and Pure Imagination (Wonka); as well as classic movie melodies including themes from Schindler's List , Footloose , and the Wizard of Oz (Over the Rainbow). Witness the transformation of iconic tunes like “Con te Partiro” and “Happy” through the unique lens of both Giorgia and Fumanti and Blue Violin, promising an evening filled with innovation and musical surprises. Take part in an extraordinary night of music, where Giorgia and Fumanti and Blue Violin take center stage, weaving a tapestry of emotions that will linger in your hearts long after the last note has faded. Join us for Candlelight Concert: A Night at the Cinema – an experience that transcends the ordinary, leaving you with cherished memories of a night filled with love and musical brilliance. It's more fun with the whole family, and when you buy a family pass, we'll give you an extra ticket for FREE! The show will be one hour 30 minutes with no intermission. Children are encouraged to attend. If you would like more information please email contact@blue-violin.com “One of the most beautiful voices in the world” Lang Lang, What an amazing talent and voice, a beautiful discovery Michael Bolton, Giorgia has a clear and beautiful voice, and it was a joy performing with her in Asian and London Jose Carreras, Explores different ways of sparking musical interest Boston Globe, Mature depth and musical prowess Tower Records, Combining contemporary and classical styles Miami Herald, A once in a lifetime experience Peoria Journal Star, Sheer artistry Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier, Groundbreaking and innovative I Am Modern, “Electrifying violinist Boston Ballet Information Source: Music Makers Foundation, Inc | eventbrite

Welcome to Cardio Drumming 80’s Theme! Come join us for a totally rad workout experience at Canadian Dance Company (Burlington). Get ready to sweat it out while drumming to your favorite 80’s hits! This high-energy cardio class will have you feeling like a rockstar in no time. No drumming experience? No problem! Our instructor will guide you every step of the way. Grab your neon leggings and headbands, and let’s groove together! Event Details: Date: Thursday Nov 7, 2024Time: 7-8pmLocation: 3410 Mainway, Burlington (Canadian Dance Co) Information Source: DrumFitDance Cardio Drumming | eventbrite

Mark your calendars for The Virtual Golf Club Fall Open House in Burlington on November 10, 2024. The event will take place at 3455 Landmark Rd, offering visitors a chance to explore the latest in virtual golf technology and equipment. Admission is free, providing a unique opportunity to experience a virtual golfing experience like never before. Don't miss out on this exciting event to discover the future of golf right in your own backyard.

Age: 18+ Day: Friday November 15 Time: 6:30-9:30 PM Cost: M $60 and NM $65 Instructor: Michelle Lynn Come join us for some creative time in our clay studio. In this workshop, you will learn how to shape a functional object out of clay and decorate it with textured stamping techniques. When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security. About the Instructor: Michelle is a graduate of NSCAD University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Ceramics. Since 2009, Michelle has been teaching pottery at the Art Gallery of Burlington. She also teaches ceramics at the Burlington Senior’s Centre. Exploring in clay with children, teenagers and adults has given Michelle great joy! Please note: If courses are purchased at member price, and membership is not active, you will be charged for the membership. COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Please review the AGB's COVID-19 safety guidelines on our website before attending your first class. We ask that all visitors self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before arrival. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to class. ATTIRE: Please dress in clothing that reflects the nature of the activity. Your clothing may get messy from the materials and media utilized in your class. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory. ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS? Important - Notify us on your registration if the student has an allergy, health concerns, or a learning exception that could impact participation in the class. We would like to remind you that we are a nut-free facility. We appreciate your cooperation. Information Source: Art Gallery of Burlington | eventbrite

Learn how to bring new meanings to bear on a nontraditional textile such as photographs by using needle, thread, and simple stitches. Age: 18+ Date: Saturday November 16 Time: 1:30 - 4:30 pm Cost: M $40 and NM $45 Instructor: Kate Jackson Kate Jackson will demonstrate how embroidery can be used as a form of drawing on photographs. In her own practice, Kate laboriously embroiders perishable materials, such as paper towels and breakfast cereal, to investigate what it means to give love, time, and attention to what may soon expire. She will demonstrate how to bring new meanings to bear on a nontraditional textile such as photographs by using needle, thread, and simple embroidery stitches to embellish a photograph of your choice. All materials are provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own photographs and embroidery supplies if they wish. Some prior experience with embroidery is helpful – but not necessary. When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security. About the Instructor: Kate Jackson is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design. She is currently Faculty at Sheridan College in the Craft & Design program, the Visual & Creative Arts Program and the Art Fundamentals Program. Kate is also an MFA candidate at the Memorial University of Newfoundland. She has taught workshops to all ages across the country and shows her fragile embroidery in galleries internationally. Kate is also one of the founding members of the Toronto Jigsaw Puzzle Club and plans to open a Hamilton chapter soon. COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Please review the AGB's COVID-19 safety guidelines on our website before attending your first class. We ask that all visitors self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before arrival. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to class. ATTIRE: Your clothing will get messy from the materials and media utilized in your class so please dress appropriately or bring an apron. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory. ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS? Important - Notify us on your registration if the student has an allergy, health concerns, or a learning exception that could impact participation in the class. We would like to remind you that we are a nut-free facility. Information Source: Art Gallery of Burlington | eventbrite

Join us for the opportunity to shop the store as members of Sweat Collective, receiving 25% off and connecting with other college athletes. ​ Be one of the first to arrive and enjoy some exciting product surprises waiting just for you! Plus, don’t miss your chance to win an exclusive goodie bag filled with amazing items. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of our community!​ Not a member? Let us help you get registered during the event!​ Hope to see you there!​ Information Source: Lululemon Church Street | eventbrite

Make unique hand-printed images in the darkroom that reflect on memory by using objects that bend light and create shadows Age: 18+ Dat: Wednesday November 20 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM Cost: M $50 and NM $55 Instructor: Sonya de Laat While rooted in principles of black and white photography, chemigrams are a radically different and creative darkroom technique. Using resists and objects to manipulate light and darkroom chemistry onto photographic paper and film, you’ll come away with one-of-a-kind archival images. Your experimentation with different applications of darkroom techniques will result in diverse shades, colours and shapes caused by shadows and chemical reactions creating images that are as representational or abstract as you determine. All the while, you’ll develop fundamental darkroom proficiencies including respect for chemicals, darkroom safety, history of black and white photography, and a basic understanding of the physics and chemistry of analogue photography. When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security. About the Instructor: Sonya de Laat is a Hamilton-based photographer drawn to the medium’s many creative, social, and political potentials. After years of working and experimenting with different digital photography treatments, she has found a renewed sense of creative flow through exploration of nineteenth century photography techniques and alternative photography methods. She is an active member of the Latow Photographers Guild, housed within the Art Gallery of Burlington, currently acting as the guild’s secretary. Sonya has a Diploma in Photography from Algonquin College, and degrees in Anthropology (McMaster) and Media Studies (Western), where she focused on developing professional photography skills and studied histories of humanitarian photography. When not engaging in her creative photography practice, she works as a Research Associate at McMaster University and a Historical Interpreter at Whitehern Historical House & Garden for the City of Hamilton. COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Please review the AGB's COVID-19 safety guidelines on our website before attending your first class. We ask that all visitors self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before arrival. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to class. ATTIRE: Your clothing will get messy from the materials and media utilized in your class so please dress appropriately or bring an apron. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory. ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS? Important - Notify us on your registration if the student has an allergy, health concerns, or a learning exception that could impact participation in the class. We would like to remind you that we are a nut-free facility. Information Source: Art Gallery of Burlington | eventbrite

Experience the excitement at THE PEP RALLY taking place on November 23, 2024, at Legends Pizza & Tap Room in Burlington. Join fellow fans at 318 High Street for a lively event filled with energy and team spirit. Tickets are available for $25, offering an affordable opportunity to be part of this thrilling gathering. Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of community and enthusiasm.

Join us on November 27th, Thanksgiving Eve, for our annual night of deep belly laughter, hosted by Kendall Farrell. Kendall Farrell is a New York City-based standup comedian from Vermont. Named a ‘Comic To Watch’ at the 2019 New York Comedy Festival, his work has been featured on SiriusXM and showcased at numerous festivals, including the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and the Women in Comedy Festival. He won Vermont’s Funniest Comedian Contest and has performed at acclaimed venues like Caroline’s and The Stand. In New York, he hosts shows such as “Just Come” and “Rude.” Max Higgins is a New York-based comedian from Burlington, VT. He brought his solo show “The Underdog” to the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and has performed at the Bell House and VidCon. Max has opened for national acts like Randy Feltface and won Seven Days’ Reader’s Choice award for Best Comedian in Burlington. You may have seen him at the Rogue Island Comedy Festival or chatting up your dad at the supermarket. Ash Diggs is a stand-up comedian originally from Vermont, known for candid performances on themes of addiction and mental health. He has been featured on Means TV, Don’t Tell Comedy, and at New York Comedy Club. Diggs has performed across the country, earning the right to open for some of his heroes, including Ilana Glazer, Tim Meadows, Joyelle Johnson, Moshe Kasher, Cameron Esposito, and more. After starting his career in Burlington, he moved to Queens, NY, in 2021. He is currently on the faculty at Second City NYC and working on a podcast called Get Out The House! Liam Welsh is a stand-up comedian originally from Vermont, now based in Brooklyn, NY. He began his career in Burlington, where he regularly performed at the Vermont Comedy Club. Welsh was the First Runner Up in the 2019 Vermont’s Funniest Comedian Contest and has opened for notable comedians like Janelle James and Michael Rapaport. He co-hosts a weekly show called Free Stuff, showcasing local talent and adding to the comedy community. Jared Hall is a prominent comedian based in Vermont, known for his sharp wit. He won both the Vermont Comedy Club's Improv Contest and the title of Vermont's Funniest Comedian in 2022. Hall regularly performs at the Vermont Comedy Club and has opened for national headliners, including Michael Ian Black and Todd Barry. His humor blends relatable insights, making him a favorite among audiences. Nic Sisk is a comedian now based in New York City who previously made her mark in the Vermont comedy scene. Known for her engaging performances, she has appeared at the Vermont Comedy Club and participated in competitions like Vermont's Funniest Comedian. Nic is recognized for her contributions to the local comedy community and is developing her career in larger markets. Dave Anderson is a very funny NYC based comedian who has worked with The Vermont Comedy Club and co-ran Meet The Press comedy with Ash Diggs. Doors 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10 advance and $12 day of show. Refund Policy All Sales Final. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled or rescheduled. Cancellations/Rescheduling: If an event is canceled, you will receive a full refund. For rescheduled events, your ticket will be valid for the new date, or you may request a refund.No Refunds for Missed Events: We do not offer refunds if you are unable to attend. However, you may transfer or resell your ticket. In case of medical emergency (with proof), please reach out to us at info@foambrewers.com. Information Source: Foam Brewers | eventbrite

The (M) Factor Screening- Burlington, Ontario Date: Thursday, November 28th, 2024 Location: Central Arena Auditorium Come join us for The (M) Factor Screening! If you're in the peri-menopause or menopause era of your life, this evening is for you. Shredding the Silence on Menopause Menopause is a silent epidemic that affects the health and well-being of millions of American women. In addition to experiencing traumatic physical symptoms, women are struggling with the related stresses of billions of dollars in lost wages, upended careers, family disruptions, and emotional chaos. This film confronts this neglected crisis, challenges societal and medical shortcoming and advocates for a revolutionary approach to women's health in America. Brought to you by filmmakers Coby Atlas, Tamsen Fadal, Denise Pines, Joanne LaMarca Mathisen. Information Source: Ashley Worobec and Michelle Robinson | eventbrite

Welcome onboard the Freedom Train at the Slye Fox Burlington! Get ready for a night of live music featuring the amazing Freedom Train band. It's going to be a blast! So, put on your dancing shoes, and head over to Slye Fox Burlington for a night to remember. Sing, dance, and have a great time with friends old and new. See you there! Information Source: Slye Fox Public House and Kitchen | eventbrite

Friday November 29th, 2024 Sign-in 8:45-9:30am | Sign-out 3:30-4:00pm Age: 4 - 6 Cost: M $55 and NM: $65 It's all art all day long when you spend your PA Day at the Art Gallery of Burlington! Campers will learn new skills and create artwork inspired by our current exhibitions. With visits to the galleries, outdoor breaks (weather permitting), some time for free play, and plenty of skill development in the studio, this is a day made especially for young artists. Registration open to campers aged 4 as of May 1, 2024 Please note: If courses are purchased at member price, and membership is not active, you will be charged for the membership. ART MATERIALS: Included with registration fee. WHAT TO WEAR: Clothing appropriate for messy work in the studio – something that nobody would mind if it got stained. Consider an over-sized shirt for regular use when making art before, during and after camp. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Note: We go outside after eating lunch, please wear or bring sunsreen and weather-appropriate clothing. WHAT TO BRING: Snacks and a lunch that are nut-free (we take two snack breaks and one lunch break), a change of clothes (just in case!), a large box or bag to bring art home. HOW TO GET IN: Access our building via the Brock Lobby doors - the doors adjacent to our parking lot. We will have a parking pass ready for you inside. Please note that the Lakeshore doors do not open until 10:00 AM on Tuesday-Friday, and will remain locked on Mondays when the gallery is closed to the general public. ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS: Please remember to notify us on your registration form if the student has an allergy, health concern or disability that could impact participation in the class. We want to ensure the best possible experience and are happy to accommodate a wide variety of access needs. Information Source: Art Gallery of Burlington | eventbrite