You’re invited to the launch for Growing with the City, our strategic engagement and fundraising plan for the future of Allan Gardens. The event will feature light refreshments, botanical mocktails, an art show, and an opportunity to mingle with fellow volunteers, community partners, and cultural landscape practitioners.

This won’t be like any open house in a church space though, emerging digital artist, Experimental Joy will be transforming the sanctuary space into a botanical paradise through AI projection art. Come and see her work for yourself!

This is a public event for both the Friends of Allan Gardens community, and for AHLP conference attendees. 

Event Location: St. Luke’s United Church, 353 Sherbourne St, Toronto, ON M5A 2S3, just across the street from Allan Gardens. 

Event Date/Time: Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 5:30 to 9pm.

Schedule:

5:30 to 6:30pm - Doors Open. Mingle over some light fare, botanical mocktails, and art.

6:30 to 6:50pm - Opening Remarks & a Presentation by the Friends of Allan Gardens

6:50 to 7:50pm - Panel Discussion ft Lorraine Johnson, Michelle Reid, Pamela Hart, Laura Dean

7:50 to 8:00pm - Closing Remarks  

8:00 to 9:00pm - Free mingling time with the panelists, artists, and community.

9:00pm - Event Ends 

Featured Artists:

Zoë Alexis-Abrams

Experimental Joy

Raylah Moonias

Learn more about Growing with the City here: https://www.friendsofallangardens.ca/gwtc

Experimental Joy’s AI Art Projections