Thomas D. Mangelsen – A Life In The Wild

Polar Bears by Thomas Mangelsen by Ryan Somma via Flickr.com

Dates: January 30th to May 29th  
Location: Robert Bateman Centre at 470 Belleville St.
Websites:  https://batemanfoundation.org/current-exhibits/

This collection of Thomas D. Mangelsen’s highlight some of the natural world that he has highlighted for over 45 years. This display showcases just 40 works that documents species, landscapes and the harshness that is overcome in nature.

James Bay Window Wanderland

Window Wanderland by Rob Brewer

Dates: February 19th to 21st @ 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Location: Throughout James Bay Neighborhood
Websites:  https://www.windowwanderland.com/event/james-bay-2021/

For the 4th year windows throughout James Bay will be decorated to brighten up February. Private homes, businesses and community centres are all participating in this fun event. See the map on the website and find all of the creative displays throughout our beautiful neighborhood.

The Little Prince and New Works

Pequeno Principe by Filipe Venancio via Flickr.com

Dates: mid-late October until August, varying weekend days @ 7:30pm
Location: Ballet Victoria in Kirk Hall at 643 Broughton St.
Websites:  https://www.balletvictoria.ca/shop/the-little-prince-tickets/

With Covid Protocols in place enjoy a smaller 30 audience ballet performance. Seats will need to be assigned ahead of time and arranged with their box office. See their website for a full schedule, prices and show updates.

23rd Annual Antimatter Film Festival

Timbers Club by Polygon Realty Limited via Flickr.com

Dates: October 15th to 25th
Location: Virtual and limited venues
Websites:   https://antimatter.squarespace.com/

This festival presents over 100 films in 20 curated programs on screen, as installations in the public realm and online. Internationally participating film makers make up 70% of the festival with over 30 countries represented. They have adapted this year to make smaller special screenings and moving the rest of the festival online.

Pre-register on the website while spaces are still available.