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Act One School of Drama
1755 Plummer Street, Unit 1 & 2
Pickering Ontario L1W 3S1
905.420.8129
info@actonedrama.com
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| Since 1994, Act One has offered a fun and supportive learning environment for students of all ages to discover drama, in all its forms. We provide theatrically-inclined students with local opportunity to gain understanding and experience in acting and performance techniques. Our goal is to help all students strengthen and broaden their dramatic capabilities as a solid foundation for successful pursuit of future opportunities, whether as part of a career or for personal interest and development. |
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Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters Club
1675 Montgomery Park Road
Pickering ON L1W 3C7
mshaw@knowledgex.ca
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| The Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters club is a diverse group of men and women from a variety of businesses and backgrounds who meet together to achieve the same goal of becoming effective communicators and leaders. The Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has an opportunity to develop at their own pace. The Club strive for excellence and has a lot of fun along the way. |
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AJN Technologies
1549 Amberlea Road
Pickering ON L1V4V4
6478684571
anthony.navarro150@gmail.com
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| A business that does computer repair, maintenance, deployment and training for residential, apartment, local and medium businesses.
AJN also provides other training such as photography, videography, business and Spanish language.
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Alpheus Jones
849 Sanok Drive
Pickering Ontario L1W 2R3
905.837.5116
alpheusjones@bell.net
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| Alpheus Jones is a fine art artist focusing in painting land and sea scapes, the figure and portraits. As a plein aire painter I delight in painting Pickering and neighbouring communities.
My preferred mediums are oil and acrylic. I accept commissions and teach students at my pickering studio. |
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Altona Forest Stewardship Committee
5 Shoreham Drive
Toronto ON M3N 1S4
905.420.8696
larrynoonan@rogers.com
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| The Altona Forest Stewardship Committee is a group of people made up of representatives from the TRCA, City of Pickering, Pickering Naturalists, Ministry of the Environment, student representatives and local residents. The function of the committee is to act as stewards for Altona Forest, make recommendations to the TRCA about repairs, rehabilitation and projects within the forest which enhance the environment and allow the public to enjoy this beautiful and unique forest. |
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Apex Sound & Light Corporation
5-1750 Plummer Street
Pickering ON L1W 3L7
905.831.2739
graham@apexsound.com
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| Apex Sound & Light is a full service audio, visual, staging sales and rental company providing services for Houses of Worship, Meetings, Schools, Trade Shows, Cultural Events, Festivals and Meetings of all types. We offer audio, lighting, video, staging and special effects. |
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Art by Kay Landscapes and Nature Watercolours
1517 Silver Spruce Drive
Pickering ON L1V 5G9
905.831.5418
info@artbykay.ca
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| Landscapes and Nature Watercolour Paintings. |
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Art of Robert Hinves
1617 Geta Circle
Pickering Ontario L1V3B5
905.428.0239
artofroberthinves@rogers.com
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| Robert's passion has always been Ontario landscapes. He started off painting in oils, but later turned his efforts to pen, ink and watercolour. Robert also delves into abstracts in acrylics. Robert is currently serving as Vice President of the PineRidge Arts Council. Robert’s work can be found in private collections throughout Ontario, United States and England. |
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Arts Unleashed
1899 Brock Rd. #15-16
Pickering Ontario L1V 4H7
289-923-9773
info@ArtsUnleashed.ca
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| Imaginations run wild at Arts Unleashed, where art and drama meet in a dynamic creative experience for children 2-10. From painting to performance, children are the creators, Directors, set Designers, and actors in their very own '100% Kid-created productions';. Founded by Annika Kim; an ESL teacher, theatre major and Mother of two young children. Sometimes Messy. Always Exciting! Classes. Camps. Parties. Special Events. Programs at DeSerres Art Store Studio. |
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Artsforum Magazine
236 Sherwood Ct
Oshawa Ontario L1G 6R8
905.576.0359
artsforum_magazine@yahoo.ca
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| Artsforum is an award-winning, not-for-profit magazine of arts and ideas. We celebrate the best in art, photography, film, books, DVDs, music, theater, and dance. We cover all areas of performing and visual arts; and, our "Ideas" section covers such eclectic subjects as international relations, human rights, and law reform. We challenge conventional thinking by encouraging our readers to think critically for themselves, whether the topic be film or foreign policy! |
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Barry J McAllister
2395 Annan Woods Drive
Pickering Ontario L1X 2K9
905.686.7682
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| Photographer specializing in multiple camera formats (digital, 35 mm, panoramic, etc. Original photographs and gallery of varioue medi/subjects (landscape, abstract, seasonal, animals, birds, nature, etc Camera Collection and Collector.
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Bev's Gallery
Please contact through website
Pickering On xxx xxx
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| Fine quality hand-carved stone sculptures. Beverly sculpts primarily animals and depictions of Native Canadian myths and legends. She uses a variety of stone, including alabaster, chlorite and soapstone. She also paints in acrylic and oil pastel.
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Blue Moon Mosaics by Gerri Proulx
849 Sanok Drive
Pickering Ontario L1W 2R3
905.492.0168
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| I have been creating mosaics for ten years. My work varies from the realistic to the whimsical. I use a variety of materials (stained glass,tiles,jewellry)to translate the inspiration I see in the world into mosaic pieces. I also make mosaic windows which are a variation of classic stained glass. My creations range in size fromone 12' X 12' upward. |
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Charlene Ouellette Fine Art
Private
Pickering ON Private
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charleneouellette@rogers.com
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| Charlene Ouellette is a versatile and vibrant artist located in Pickering, Ontario Canada. She specializes in Abstract Painting, Portrait Drawing and Portrait/Nature Photography. |
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Cindy Dulay
666 Graceland Court
Pickering ON L1V 6P1
905.420.8316
sysclp@sympatico.ca
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| Cindy creates handmade jewellery items: earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, rings, hair sticks, etc. In addition she also creates bookmarks, key chains, and other small items using real gemstones and beads. Custom requests or multiple copies for weddings are always welcome. |
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Cinechats Film Series
2000 Simcoe St. N.
Oshawa ON L1H 7K4
905.576.0359
artsforum_magazine@yahoo.ca
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| Join us for the world’s best movies. You’ll find films to engage your mind and your emotions — with powerful stories and award-calibre performances. Most of our movies are never seen outside festivals or big-city "art-houses;" some are exclusive screenings of films not available anywhere else in North America. All are introduced by film critic John Arkelian who also leads an informal conversation after each film. We’re weekly, year-round, not-for-profit, and welcoming of newcomers. |
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City of Pickering Waterfront Coordinating Committee
One The Esplanade
Pickering ON L1V 6K7
905.420.4660
amostert@pickering.ca
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| The City of Pickering Waterfront Coordinating Committee provides a forum for ongoing discussion amongst the various groups, agencies, interests and individuals involved in projects and initiatives along the waterfront, to help coordinate the implementation of approved waterfront projects, to provide technical advice and assistance on waterfront issues, to provide assistance in waterfront funding sources and fundraising efforts. |
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City of Pickering, Pickering Recreation Complex
1867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering Ontario L1V 3Y7
905-831-1711
jmorris@pickering.ca
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| A multipurpose facility for the whole family. Offering programs for all ages and abilities, including fitness, squash, racquetball, tennis, and swimming. Facility is open 7 days a week. Fully qualified staff to meet your needs and goals. |
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Corinna's Bellydance Academy
14B-1822 Whites Road, Suite #420
Pickering ON L1V 0B1
416.999.6098
info@corinnabellydance.com
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| Corinna’s Bellydance Academy is Durham Region’s Source for Authentic Bellydance. Specializing in Egyptian bellydance technique the academy offers regular dance classes and workshops. All classes currently taught by Corinna, a highly sought after performer in the region. Professional dancers from the academy are available for show bookings (weddings, corporate events, restaurants etc.) and workshop bookings (ladies night out, team building, community events etc). |
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D. James Sculptor
1943 Spruce Hill Road
PICKERING ON L1V 1S6
905.420.9678
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| Dorsey James carves images from world mythology into and out of recycled hydro poles as well as discarded tree trunks. The final imagery may be finished for indoors or outdoors. A retired Fine Arts teacher, Dorsey James often shares his creative technique and his power carving skills with community youth via OPG, The Durham Region Board of Education and ArtSmarts. |
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Denise Lester Dance Academy
1550 Bayley St
Pickering ON L1W 3W1
905.839.3041
dldance@hotmail.com
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| Dance classes for three years olds to adult, Beginner to Advanced Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Acro, Hip Hop. Highly qualified faculty offering dance training at its best. Serving Pickering for over 35 years. |
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Donna Painter
1722 Wellington Street
Claremont Pickering On L1Y 1A9
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| I am a local self taught Juried artist working primarily in Oil on Gallery Canvas, painting Landscapes, abstracts, since 2011.
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Durham Council for the Arts
c/o 236 Sherwood Court
Oshawa ON L1G 6R8
905.576.0359
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| Durham Council for the Arts is the oldest arts council in Durham Region. It is a registered charitable organization dedicated to supporting and promoting excellence in the region's artistic, cultural, and intellectual life. Their publishing partner, Artsforum, produces an acclaimed, award-winning magazine of arts and ideas, which celebrates the region's rich pool of talent. Durham Council for the Arts partnered film series, Cinechats, brings the world's best films to Durham! |
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Durham West Arts Centre Foundation
1867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering ON L1V 6K7
905.420.2667
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| The Durham West Arts Centre Foundation is a charitable organization with volunteer leadership based in Pickering, Ontario. Their mandate is to organize, plan, design, fund, contract for, and build a performing and visual arts centre in the western part of Durham Region, for the benefit of the citizens and arts community in the Durham Region. Pursuant to a resolution of the Board of the Foundation, the location of the new arts centre has been narrowed to the City of Pickering. |
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Ed or Ann Dunbar
925 Bayly Street, Townhouse 92
Pickering Ontario L1W 1L4
905.420.1537
edanndunbar@sympatico.ca
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| A home-based graphic design service. |
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Edward Falkenberg RCA
4540 Sideline 8
Pickering ON L1Y 1A2
905.649.2444
edwardfalkenberg@hotmail.com
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| Edward Falkenberg RCA
Sculpture, abstract/non-objective works in wood and steel, large scale public commissions, small scale sculptures for the collector.
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Extraordinary Steel Panist
1372 Fordon Ave
Pickering ON L1W 1J9
416.953.0905
mrpannist@gmail.com
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| Earl La Pierre The Extraordinary Steel Panist is your steel pan soloist for all occasions. Not just for your Caribbean Parties anymore specializing in weddings, birthdays, funerals, school demos, corporate events and much more. Offering 1 - 24 players depending of the event.
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Gordon Reidt
1744 Finch Ave.
Pickering Ontario L1V 1K4
905.427.1847
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| Gordon began doing stone sculpture in 2004. Using traditional methods and specialized tools, he incorporates a variety of techniques on many different stones. Gordon’s “nature theme art” is being enjoyed across Canada, in Jerusalem and Australia.
Gordon now provides sculpture lessons to interested persons. |
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Gwen Williams
580 Eyer Drive #107
Pickering ON L1W 3B7
905.831.6057
togwen@rogers.com
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| Although I have specialized as a portrait artist for more than 40 years I also accept commissions in land, sea and city scapes in oil, pastel and watercolour. I also teach portraiture. Over the years, I have won several awards and my work has been promoted by galleries in the GTA and one in the U.S. I also worked in the field of interior design. I volunteer and am currently Vice President and Visual Arts Coordinator for PineRidge Arts Council, am a member of the Silverstone Gallery and Ajax Creative Arts.
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Joe Pacione Freelance Photographer
331 Sheppard Avenue
Pickering ON L1V 1E6
416.904.0084
JOEPACIONE@HOTMAIL.COM
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| Personal and creative people photographer specializing in people, events and personal portraits, family events and corporate annual meetings or political functions. To Joe Pacione, photography has been a lifetime passion. Joe Pacione also does travel photography. |
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Judith Jewer
1066 Dunbarton Rd.
Pickering ON L1V 1G8
905.839.7816
judith.jewer@gmail.com
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| Fun and simple step-by-step drawing and painting projects for children and adults. Art lessons offered weekly as well as for March Break and Summer Art Camps. Birthday parties and painting events. Trial Lesson: $5. About the Teacher: Judith has taught in public and secondary schools, rec. programs, art academies, and privately. She graduated with a B.A. in Fine Art from McMaster University, and honours diploma in Graphic Design from George Brown College. |
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Judith Matthews
2010 Trailwood Court
Pickering ON L1X 1T5
905.831.6441
judithmatthews@rogers.com
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| Born in Trinidad, Judith moved to Pickering 26 years ago. Painting in oil, Judith tries to bring the senses alive with the feeling of being present in her landscapes of the Caribbean and Canada.
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Mary Cook
1853 Malden Crescent
Pickering ON L1V 3G3
mary.cook@sympatico.ca
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| Photography and web design and maintenance. |
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Max Phillips and No Quarter
1820 Storrington Street
Pickering ON L1V 2Y5
289.388.1304
maxphillipsx@gmail.com
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| Max Phillips and No Quarter band performs both locally and for out of town shows. Their play sets include classic and new rock music such as Black Label Society, Neil Young, The Guess Who, James Taylor, Gowan, and Kansas. Max Phillips and also available for solo shows. |
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Mersadie-Margaret Photography
533 Downland Dr
Pickering ON
905.995.1334
jennifer.barr@hotmail.ca
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| Originally known as "JB Photography" but has since changed it's name. This photography-based company has been in Pickering since April, 2008. The photographer and owner, Jenn Barr, is a college student at Durham College. She has done portrait photography as well as landscape photography all across the City of Pickering. |
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Music4Life String Orchestra
18 Hibbins Avenue
Ajax Ontario L1T4C4
6479808683
info@music4lifeensemble.ca
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| We are a non-profit, community string ensemble in Ajax, Ontario. As a learning ensemble, our objective is to provide a friendly and welcoming forum for string musicians, of all ages, to learn and play together. Our ensemble provides a unique experience for amateur players such that they are able to play and perform along-side skilled music teachers and professionals who are also part of the practicing and performing group. |
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My Beading Art,
144 Thicket Cres.
Pickering ON L1V 6S6
905.492.0231
MyBeadingArt@gmail.com
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| Artisan jewelry and accessories for women, men & kids, ready-to-go gifts, personalized jewelry and custom designs. Beaded jewelry repair and remodelling. Shop now @ www.MyBeadingArt.etsy.com or visit www.MyBeadingArt.ca. Mention the Pickering Cultural Directory for FREE SHIPPING! Local pick up or delivery by appointment.
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Ontario Registered Music Teacher's Assocation - Ajax-Pickering Branch
24 Bayfield Street
Pickering ON L1V 3W5
905.831.8678
miroberts@ilap.com
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| Mission Statement: Our aim is to encourage and provide the highest calibre of music education possible and to promote high standards of music in the Greater Toronto Area
Looking for a qualified music teacher? Look no further than the members of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association (ORMTA). Lessons with experienced teachers available in piano, voice, guitar, violin, theory and more! |
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Paro Strategic Marketing
1954 Wildflower Road
Pickering ON L1V 7B1
905-421-0321
julie@parosm.com
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| We are a strategic marketing agency that blends customer insight and concept-driven creativity with the “next generation” in digital promotion. We can help you plan, deliver, succeed. We know from experience the best way to satisfy our customers is to ensure their customers are satisfied. Positive customer experience and advocacy drive sales, leading to faster organic growth at a lower cost. |
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Peter Shatalow
2405 Concession 6
Greenwood ON L0H 1H0
905.428.0647
pshatalow@rogers.com
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| Peter Shatalow is an international award winning filmmaker with a proven track record, known for producing documentaries, feature films and corporate communication.
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Pickering GTA Music Festival
861 Naroch Blvd
Pickering ON L1W 1T1
905.839.9801
pgtamf@gmail.com
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| In it's 14th year, this music competition is held annually in the first 2 weeks of February. The Festival provides opportunities for performance, adjudication, and the opportunity of being recommended on to the Provincial and National levels of competition for all instruments, bands, orchestras, choirs, singing and speech arts. |
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Pickering Museum Village
2365 Concession Road 6
Greenwood ON L0H 1H0
905.683.8401
museum@pickering.ca
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| Get your hands on history. Take a walk through time amongst pioneer inhabitants, dressed in period costume. Experience the lives of Canada's early settlers; while you visit the 19 heritage buildings on the museum site, including a blacksmith shop, general store, school house, temperance house, steam barn, chapel, period gardens and orchards. Ideal for family gatherings, weddings, birthday parties, or life-long learning experiences! |
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Pickering Post
661 Annland St
Pickering Ontario L1W 1A9
4379251428
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| The Pickering Post is a local waterfront community newspaper designed to connect the local waterfront community in Pickering together. |
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PineRidge Arts Council
542 Rougemount Drive
Pickering ON L1W 2C2
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| The PineRidge Arts Council is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to enhance the quality of life within the community by developing widespread appreciation, support and involvement in the arts since 1989.
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Ramona Marquez-Ramraj
1370 Fieldlight Blv
Pickering on L1V2S7
ramonamarquezramrajart@gmail.com
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| Ramona Marquez-Ramraj is a self-taught visual artist that works with acrylic and other media that give her abstract and landscape art depth and texture. A native of Venezuela and her four years living in Trinidad, reflect in her paintings feature through bright and energetic colors.
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S Jay Photography
1738 Silver Maple Dr
Pickering ON L1V 6X9
905.999.8681
sjayphotography@gmail.com
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| S. Jay Photography offers services for events, portraits, portfolio, engagement and wedding.
We sell fine art prints as well.
Please visit my website for portfolio and join my facebook page for complete collection of shoots and updates. |
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Sharing | Significant Music®™ | New Horizons Band
275 Senator Street
Pickering ON L1V 6N1
905-509-3815
sigmuse@pathcom.com
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| Instructional Band Music for mature adults aged 40+ in a friendly group setting. |
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SuMac
1042 Moorelands Crescent
Pickering ON L1W 3K4
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| Unique jewellery designed and hand-made in Pickering of silver, semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals.
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Surriya Raheel
1738 Silver Maple Dr
Pickering ON L1V 6X9
905.999.8681
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| I am a seasonal artist that loves to paint and choose oil painting as medium of expression. Usually, I paint on MDF board and prefer to paint on smaller surface like 6x6 piece. I regularly post my latest paintings on blog http://paintingadaybysurriya.blogspot.com I have been participating in Pickering's Artfest on the Esplanade event for last 3 years and really appreciate the response I get from fellow citizens and other participants. |
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The Ron Willmot Piano & Flute Studio
862 West Shore Blvd.
Pickering Ontario L1W2V7
647-204-8049
ronwillmot@rogers.com
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| I am 30 year experienced piano and flute teacher. I teach all styles of music, from classical to popular and light jazz.
I also am a performer having played piano for numerous events over the last 40 years. |
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Theoria Cultural Thinkers
1837 Parkside Drive
Pickering
416.230.6466
nadine@culturalthinkers.ca
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| With over 35 years of experience in the cultural sector, Theoria Cultural Thinkers is a specialized consulting firm providing the highest level of furtherance in the areas of educational and learning advancement, programming, audience development, branding, marketing and professional communications.
Theoria Cultural Thinkers specializes in working with museums, art galleries, science centres, theatres, historical sites and other arts and culture based organizations. |
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Today Yesterday Tomorrow Collections
2395 Annan Woods Drive
Pickering ON L1X 2K9
905.686.7682
pmcallister@can.rogers.com
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| Original Art Creations: acrylic, charcoal, ink, oils, pencil and carvings in wood and clay. Original Designs: One of A Kind Silver and Gem Stone Jewellery. Collections: Original artwork by various artists. |
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Whitevale Arts and Culture Centre
475 Whitevale Road
Whitevale ON L0H 1M0
905.471.4464
whitevaleacc@gmail.com
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| Whitevale Arts and Culture Centre is a non-profit organization run by local volunteers. It is located in the building of Whitevale former public library and is dedicated to the promotion of the arts and cultural activities in the Whitevale community. It functions as an informal lending library for books and media, an art gallery featuring local artists and as a hub for cultural events such as readings, book clubs, open studio and music night. |
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Writers' Community of Durham Region
P.O. Box 14558 75 Bayly St. West
Ajax ON L1S 7K7
905.686.0211
info@wcdr.org
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| The Writers’ Community of Durham Region (WCDR) is dedicated to raising the profile of writers of all kinds, and at all levels, by offering a forum through which they can find support, education and networking opportunities. As a non-profit umbrella organization, WCDR has worked since 1995 to draw together individuals and groups with common interests in promoting the art and skill of writing, fostering literacy, and providing moral support to members. |
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