Brampton Events:
Sep. 17 - Oct. 26
Ryszard Litwiniuk
Ryszard Litwiniuk will be exhibiting recent two and three-dimensional works, including sculptural installations on the grounds of the Heritage Complex.
PEEL HERITAGE COMPLEX, ART GALLERY & MUSEUM 9 Wellington St. E.
905-791-4055 Sep. 27 - Oct. 31 Gallery Hours
Old Times
An exhibit of art featuring eras gone by( brought to you by Visual Arts Brampton )
VISUAL ARTS BRAMPTON Shoppers World, 499 Main St. S.
905-453-9142 Oct. 1 - Oct. 31 Gallery Hours
An Eye For Art
Henny Dagenais presents a lifetime of painting work in oil, pastel batik and watercolour. This past-to-present theme depicts wildlife, florals and abstract works. Visitors will be delighted with Henny’s use of colour and imagination.
BEAUX-ARTS GALLERY 70-74 Main St. N.
905-454-5677 Oct. 1 - Oct. 31 10am - 12 noon
Brampton's Harvest Cleanup
Help keep Brampton clean and green, then join us for great food and entertainment!
DOWNTOWN LAUNCH - October 4
Help clean up downtown Brampton, and enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Rose Theatre Brampton’s Garden Square.
NEIGHBOURHOOD CLEANUPS
October 18 - Earl Cook Park (Dixie Rd & Clark Blvd)
October 19 - James William Hewson Park (Sunny Meadow Blvd & Peter Robertson Blvd)
October 25 – Bramalea Community Park (Williams Pkwy E & Howden Blvd)
October 26 – Century Gardens Park (Vodden St & Rutherford Rd)
Citywide
905-874-2302 Oct. 9 - Oct. 18 8:00 p.m.
TOM, DICK AND HARRY
Tickets $17.75 Thurs./$19.75 Fri/Sat.
This hysterically funny british farce will provide you non-stop laughter. In this story of three brothers, Tom and his wife are about adopt a baby. They are anxious to make a good impression on the woman from the adoption agency. Tom’s brother Dick has stashed boxes of smuggled brandy and cigarettes in the house and his brother Harry, who is in possession of a cadaver hopelessly complicates the visit. Throw into the mix two illegal Kosovan aliens who speak little English and a police man and total kaos ensues.
Lester B. Pearson Theatre
905-874-2800 October 11 - Saturday 7am – 1pm
Brampton Farmers’ Market – LAST Day For 2008!
A growing tradition…over 40 vendors offer fresh local produce, baked goods, Artist’s Market and more. Enjoy one of the best open-air markets in the province! On this the last day this year, the downtown businesses invite you to their Annual Pumpkin Decorating! Make them fun or scary. Free entrance & free parking at municipal parking garages
Main St., between Nelson St. W. and John St., in downtown Brampton
905-874-2650 October 11 - Saturday 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Skateboard & BMX Demonstrations
Watch our pro's strut their stuff in our concrete park. They will be available to ask questions about private lessons and our programs for next summer.
*event runs weather permitting
*event times subject to change
Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park, Skate Park
905-458-6555 x110 October 14 - Tuesday 8pm to 9:30 pm
CHINGUACOUSY GARDEN CLUB: Peonies & Spring Bulbs
Guest speaker Dugald Camera from Garden Import talks about Peonies & Spring Bulbs
Visitors welcome
Professor's Lake Recreation Centre 1660 North Park Dr Brampton
(416) 358-9945 October 18 - Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Century Gardens Recreation Centre Grand Re-opening
Welcome to a Whole New Century!
Come and explore your newly renovated and expanded Century Gardens. Bring the family and enjoy a delicious free hot lunch, music, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Witness the official opening ceremony with Mayor Susan Fennell and Councillors.
340 Vodden St. E. at Rutherford Rd.
905-874-2814 October 18 - Saturday 8:00
DANCE - Parents Without Partners (PWP)
Parents Without Partners(PWP), a non-profit social support group is hosting a Dance on Saturday Oct 18th 8:00 p.m. at Terry Miller Rec. Centre, Bramalea Rd/Wms. Parkway Brampton. Everyone is welcome. Cost is $15/non-members, $10/members and includes DJ, large dance floor, buffet and prizes. For information call 905-874-1279 or visit www.pwpbrampton.com.
Parents without Partners (PWP), is a non-profit, social support group for
Single Parents and their Children in our community and surrounding areas. We have information and orientation sessions each month. Please come out to see what we are all about. Call 905-846-4883 for more information or visit www.pwpbrampton.com.
Terry Miller Recreation Centre, 1295 Williams Pkwy
905-874-1279 October 18 - Saturday 5:00pm
Floral Princess Pageant
Introducing
The Floral Princess Pageant
We are currently accepting applications for the Floral Princess Pageant.
Little Miss Lily 2009 and Little Miss Rose 2009
Contestants must be 6-10 years of age and a Brampton Citizen.
Deadline for application submissions is August 15, 2008.
Flower City Queen 2009
Applicants will compete only in the Interview segment for the first year.
Eligible delegates must be between 18 – 25 years of age and a Brampton Citizen.
Deadline for application submissions is August 10, 2008.
For more information on how to become a contestant, volunteer or sponsor,
send an email to mmpageants@hotmail.com or visit our website at www.mmpageants.s5.com
Share with us in this first-ever joyous event and create memories that will last forever
Cyril Clark Theatre October 18 - Saturday 8:00pm
Mark DuBois In Concert
Mark DuBois in Concert
along with soloists of BLO and Mayfield S.S. Diva Singers
"Canada's most outstanding lyric tenor... is the posessor of a beautifully-coloured, lyrical voice which he used to excellent advantage... This reviewer must confess to not having listened to a more impressive performance (of Ave Maria and Serenade) since the late Fritz Wunderlich... deeply moving and emotionally convincing." - Barrie Examiner
St. Paul's United Church 30 Main St South, Brampton
905-874-2800 October 19 - Sunday 1p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Welcome Wagon Baby Shower
A fun, informative and education event where expecting parents can learn about products and services required to meet the needs of their growing family. Interesting displays, interactive demos, educational guest speakers, terrific door prizes and a free gift bag await all. Come and meet the businesses who know babies best! at 1 p.m. To register for your complimentary invitation call Tracy at (905) 791-0145, or 1-866-283-7584 or register on-line at www.welcomewagon.ca
Century Gardens Recreation Centre
905-791-0145 October 24 - Friday 8:00pm
Classic Albums Live: Fleetwood Mac - Rumours
For the first time in popular music, the greatest albums from the 60s and 70s are recreated lie on stage, note for note – cut for cut. This 3-part series begins with Rumours, the Worldwide best-selling rock album released in 1977 that has sold more than 30 million copies and is the 4th best selling album in music history! Rumours also won the 1978 Grammy Award for Album of the Year and featured the singles “Go Your Own Way”, “Dreams”, “Don’t Stop” and “You Make Loving Fun”.
8:00pm
905-874-2800 October 24 - Friday 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday Folk Night
Coffee-House style folk music concert. Tonight: Brampton Folk Club Double Bill featuring Second Wind and Ablett & Cooper. We are proud to be presenting two of the folk club’s finest groups together for one special evening. Second Wind is fronted by three talented singers (Wendi Hunter, Sharon Bieck-Shangrow and Suzanne Hnatiw) whose voices blend magically together over a diverse repertoire of traditional, folk and popular music. Don Ablett and Brent Cooper are both accomplished guitarists whose voices also harmonize well, as demonstrated on their new CD “Changing Landscapes”. Tickets ($12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors) are available at the door, at the St. Paul’s church office, or through reservations by calling 647-BFF-FOLK (647-233-3655), or by emailing bramptonfolkclub@sympatico.ca. Tickets are also available for $13 through the City Theatre Box Office (905-874-2800). For more information, please visit http://www3.sympatico.ca/bramptonfolk/bfcfridayfolknight.htm.
Sanderson Hall, St. Paul's United Church, 30 Main St. South, Brampton
647-233-3655 (647-BFF-FOLK) October 25 - Saturday 7pm – 9pm
Desserts By Lamplight
Throughout Historic Bovaird House oil lamps bathe the rooms in a soft glow as guests enjoy tea and desserts in an atmosphere of the 1860s.
Call for price. By reservation only.
Historic Bovaird House 563 Bovaird Drive
905-874-2804 October 25 - Saturday 5 pm
Grace Ham Dinner
Bring yur whole family and come enjoy a wonderfull dinner! Dinner includes: Ham,scalloped potatoes, baked beans, coleslaw, desert, and drinks. $15 Adults. $5 children under 12. for tickets call 905 451 1215 or eamil grunited@bellnet.ca
Grace United Church, 156 Main Street North Brampton
905 451 1215 Nov. 1 - Nov. 29 Gallery Hours
Brushes With Success
An annual display of paintings by Visual Arts Brampton members, in diverse styles, and of diverse subject matter.
VISUAL ARTS BRAMPTON Shoppers World, 499 Main St. S.
905-453-9142 Nov. 1 - Nov. 29 Gallery Hours
New Works
Paulette Murphy & Debra Trow together will show weavings and wall works including acrylic paintings.
BEAUX-ARTS GALLERY 70-74 Main St. N.
905-454-5677 Nov. 3 - Nov. 9
Artisan & Craft Show
Come to experience the local talent of Artisan and Craft Exhibitors displayed throughout the Shopping Centre.
Brampton Shoppers World - 499 Main St. S.
905-790-3355 |
 What's On at the Rose
Oct. 7 - Oct. 9 8:00 pm
Anne & Gilbert: The Musical
Based on the sequel novels to Anne of Green Gables, this new Canadian musical tells the story of Anne Shirley's journey into adulthood and her romance with Gilbert Blythe, her childhood friend and rival. Told through powerful dance, song and comedy.
905-874-2800 October 10 - Friday 8:00 pm
The Nylons
Celebrating 30 years in the music industry with seven gold and platinum recordings! The Nylons continue to dazzle audiences with their stunning harmonies and smooth arrangements. Nylons have worked with world- class producers including David Foster, Val Garay (Bette Davis Eyes), Chilliwack frontman Bill Henderson, Andy Goldmark (Michael Bolton's producer), British producer Ian Prince, and Toronto’s Peter Mann!
905-874-2800 October 11 - Saturday 8:00 pm
The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?
As gifted actor/writer, Robert Dubac, ransacks his brain to answer the age-old question, "What do women want?" You will laugh non-stop for ninety minutes as Dubac, transforms seamlessly into five alter egos - each offering their own brand of misguided advice while straddling the gender gap. A clever combination of theater and stand-up comedy that is laugh out loud funny, provocative and thoughtful, all at once.
905-874-2800 Oct. 15 - Oct. 16 8:00pm
1964: The Tribute
Hailed “The best Beatles tribute on earth” by Rolling Stone Magazine, 1964 The Tribute is a recreation of an early ‘60s live Beatles concert with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter that is un-matched for accuracy! Have performed over 3000 shows!
905-874-2800 Oct. 17 - Oct. 18 8:00pm
The Pirates Of Penzance
Produced by the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players, this comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert centers on the dilemma of young Frederic who, as a child, was mistakenly apprenticed to the pirates until his twenty first birthday. He has dutifully served, but he now announces his plan to devote his life to the extermination of piracy. The New York Times called it: “Opulent…colorful and inventive… beautiful crafted…”
905-874-2800 October 19 - Sunday 6:00pm & 8:30pm
Kevin Pollak
Named by Comedy Central as one of the Top 100 Comedians of all Time, Kevin Pollak is one of the few stand-up comedians to have a successful dramatic film career with over fifty films, as well as countless television projects under his belt including: Grumpy Old Men, Grumpier Old Men, Willow, Avalon, A Few Good Men, The Usual Suspects, Casino, End of Days and the hit TV show, Shark.
905-874-2800 October 22 - Wednesday 8:00pm
Natalie Cole
This 8-time Grammy Award Winner certainly hasn’t rested on her laurels as the daughter of one of America’s most beloved entertainers, Nat King Cole. Over 30 years in the business, Natalie Cole is returning to her soulful roots after a decade enjoying unprecedented global success as an interpreter of the standards.
905-874-2800 October 23 - Thursday 8:00pm
Sunshine & Shadows: An Evening With Stephen Leacock
This entertaining and extremely funny play explores the life and times of an internationally-renowned literary figure and Canada’s foremost humorist and author, Stephen Leacock.
905-874-2800 October 25 - Saturday 8pm
“Fright Night” – Brampton Concert Band
Contact the Rose Theatre Box Office for ticket prices.
905-874-2800 October 28 - Tuesday 8:00pm
Joe Bonamassa
Named Best Blues Guitarist by Guitar Player Magazine’s readers in 2007, Joe Bonamassa is a Blues-rock guitar virtuoso, vocalist and songwriter who by the age of 12, was already on tour with B.B. King! All of his albums have either hit #1 on Billboards blues chart or gone Top 10
Bonamassa is widely renowned for his insanely fluid phrasing and post-modern fusion of electric British blues, traditional Delta blues and rock ‘n roll chops.
905-874-2800 October 30 - Thursday 8:00pm
William Joseph With Opening Act Lily Frost
An extraordinary young piano virtuoso, his debut album Within was produced by legendary artist, songwriter, producer and talent scout David Foster. The music, a genre-defying crossover mélange that has been described as “classical pop” — captures a variety of moods, from the dramatic, to the heart-wrenching, to the light and playful, and all performed with the emotional power and polished precision that William has become known for.
905-874-2800 November 1 - Saturday 8pm & 2pm
BSO - MUSICAL POSTCARDS….. From Abroad! (Sympfusion)
8 PM The Hispanic recipient of the 2008 BSO Diverse Culture Award soloist, International
Showcase winner Jasmine Ragual, The Three Young Tenors from The Royal Conservatory
of Music, song stylist Toni Anderson plus a Y.E.A.H. ! (Youth Energize & Harmonize)
Finale with the Brampton Neighbourhood Resource Centre Chorus. Concert includes the
world premiere of Harry Jerome by Canadian Composer Washington Savage.
2 PM “BSO SHORT SHOW” #1 Both BSO & YOUTH ORCHESTRA
905.874.2800 November 2 - Sunday 7:00 pm
RyanDan
This popular Toronto duo, (identical twins) boast a repertoire of contemporary classi-pop with a soulful edge. With tight knit harmonies and four-octave range they’ve quickly gained immense popularity around the globe. Their self-titled album debuted at #7 in the UK and hit gold status in Canada and across South East Asia.
905-874-2800 November 3 - Monday 8pm
Hype Events Presents... Colin James And Craig Northey: Up Close, Personal And Slightly Unplugged
Two acoustic guitars – one awesome show!
Colin James and Craig Northey’s Upclose, Personal and Slightly Unplugged is a show not to be missed. These are two musicians with awe-inspiring guitar abilities performing Blues, Soul and R& B. James’ solos combined with Northey’s hilarious stage presence will make this an up close and personal performance to remember!
905-874-2800 November 6 - Thursday 8:00 pm
Jully Black
2008 Juno Award winner for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year, ‘Revival” and 2008 Juno Award nominee for Single of the Year, “Seven Day Fool”, Black who wrote 10 out of the 11 songs on her sophomore album, Revival has also penned songs for Destiny's Child and Nas, and shared the stage with Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Bon Jovi, Josh Groban and Usher.
"Black's second album proves she has the songwriting chops to match her powerful alto. Including a ballsy remake of the Etta James classic "Seven Day Fool," it features Black singing her ass off on a collection of first-rate original ballads and rugged dance floor scorchers" - Inside Entertainment
“Revival's a tight, expertly assembled collection of mostly up-tempo songs that succeed in being both retro and contemporary.” - Toronto Star
905-874-2800 November 8 - Saturday 8:00 pm
Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit
New York’s longest running musical comedy revue and winner of a 2006 Special Tony Award, an Obie Award, the Outer Critics Circle Award, and the 2005 Drama Desk Award for Best Off Broadway Musical, Forbidden Broadway is a hilarious and irreverent compilation of parodies of favourite hit Broadway shows. Special Victims include “Phantom of the Opera”, “Les Miserables”, “Annie”, “Avenue Q”, the witches of “Wicked”, Billy Joel’s “Movin’ Out”, “La Cage aux Folles”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, “Beauty and the Beast”, “Chicago”, “The Producers”, “Mamma Mia!” and more!
“Gleeful, Malicious and Hilarious! Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit is murderous good fun” – Associated Press
905-874-2800 November 17 - Monday 8:00 pm
Squid Precision: The Evolution
If you liked shows like Stomp or Drum, you’ll love Squid Precision: The Evolution! A musically and visually stunning display of precision drumming with unbeatable choreography and energy to spare! This unique and unconventional show was founded in fall 2000 by an award-winning group of snare drummers from the Dartmouth Pipe Band Association. Voted People’s Choice at the Halifax International Buskerfest 2004-2006.
“Visually Stunning, rhythmically captivating” – The Daily News, Halifax
905-874-2800 November 18 - Tuesday 8:00 pm
God's Middle Name
A compelling tale of one mother’s journey through the uncharted territory of raising an autistic child, this 2-hander play is based on the book by Jennifer Overton, “Snapshots of Autism”. Structured as an episodic journey over the course of 10 years, from confusion prior to a life-altering diagnosis, through stages of denial, anger, depression, bargaining and finally acceptance, God’s Middle Name was penned with sensitivity and lightness of touch and was the 2007 Merritt Award Winner for Outstanding New Play and Outstanding Production.
905-874-2800 November 19 - Wednesday 8:00 pm
The Canadian Tenors
Four young fresh faces that give pop opera a new definition! Crowd-pleasing repertoire featuring pop-opera, musical theatre, classical and contemporary pieces in English and French, as well as Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and Maltese! All accomplished soloists in their own right, The Canadian Tenors were brought together after an 8-month cross Canada casting call.
905-874-2800 November 20 - Thursday 8:00 pm
Julie Crochetiere With Opening Act Andrew Craig
Montreal-born sensual and soulful vocalist, Julie Crochetiere was a member of the Universal Music pop group Sugar Jones who enjoyed 2 top ten hits, a platinum selling record and 2 national tours. On her new album, A Better Place, Julie wrote or co-wrote 10 of the 14 tracks.
905-874-2800 |
Susan Fennell in the News:
Our choices in Monday's election For the position of mayor, is there really a reason Susan Fennell shouldn't be returned to office? We can't think of one... Brampton Guardian - Nov 8/06
Brampton imposed cap on housing I am proud of our mayor and proud to live in a progressive and healthy city like Brampton. Toronto should be so lucky to have a mayor like Fennell. Toronto Star - Nov 8/06
Mayor wants to continue to build on six years in office The City of Brampton and its residents have "come alive again" and the new-found sense of renewal has been one of the major highlights of the past term... Brampton Guardian - Nov 1/06
What cost music? Not every mayor has her seemingly inexhaustible energy, but it is a great example of how communities and orchestras feed each other. Toronto Star - Nov 1/06
Vote or you don't count
There is little doubt Mayor Susan Fennell will be returned perhaps even with a larger majority than in 2003. In truth, she has done a good job for Brampton and deserves support from the public. Brampton Guardian - Oct. 20/06
New recreation centre should be ready in 2008
Cassie Campbell Community Centre, named after the three-time Olympian, Brampton native and former captain of Canada's national women's hockey team, will take two years to build.
Brampton Guardian - Oct. 20/06
CITY OF BRAMPTON BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON CASSIE CAMPBELL COMMUNITY CENTRE
...She is a hometown hero," said Brampton Mayor Susan Fennell. "She is proud of her Brampton roots and we are so proud to have her name associated with this world class community centre." Brampton Guardian - Oct. 18/06
Brampton helps drive province
...That's something Mayor Susan Fennell has long preached. We need to continue to bring in a wide range of both housing and business if we want to... Brampton Guardian - Oct. 15/06
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