Special Events

Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition 2026: Opening and Awards Reception

Aug 18, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Join us at 2:30pm for the opening reception of That Summer: Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: Novice, Hobby, and Open.

This event is free and open to everyone. If there are ways we can support your participation, please contact Hannah at [email protected].  

The Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition is co-hosted by The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa Senior Community Centres, and the Oshawa Public Libraries. Seniors programming has been made possible thanks to the generous support of Sienna for Seniors Foundation.

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Oshawa Music Week: Songs Revealed

Apr 8, 2026, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Songs Revealed is a songwriting competition with the focus to showcase some of Durham Regions’ upcoming talent, which will be judged based on originality, stage presence, songwriting skills and audience engagement. Join us to witness the action! Enjoy performances across diverse genres, vote for your favourite acts, and hear expert feedback from industry judges. Free […]

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Saturday Studio Spring 2026

Apr 11, 2026, 10:30 AM - May 23, 2026, 2:30 PM

Join us on a weekend art journey to explore techniques and materials, express ourselves, ignite creativity, and create unique artworks each week. Ages 5 to 7   10:30-12pmAges 8 to 12    1-2:30pm$90 Members/$110 Non-Members (6 weeks)April 11 – May 23 (no class May 16) *Cancellation requests received prior to the start of the program will receive […]

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Spring Exhibitions Opening: Sukaina Kubba: Not Soft By Nature and Painters Eleven: Radical Colour

Apr 11, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Come celebrate the opening of Sukaina Kubba: Not Soft By Nature and Painters Eleven: Radical Colour on April 11, 2026! Curatorial and artist remarks will be delivered at 1:30pm in the exhibition Not Soft By Nature. Refreshments served. Take the shuttle bus from Toronto!We’re excited to partner with Mercer Union (1286 Bloor Street West) on […]