Sunday 1 April 2018

Media Alert - Sikh Heritage Month



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Spring Art Exhibitions Preview at PAMA in Celebration of Sikh Heritage Month
 
BRAMPTON, ON (March 29, 2017) – The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), the Sikh Heritage Foundation invite you to a preview of the upcoming art exhibitions on Friday, April 6 at 10:30 am in celebration of Sikh Heritage Month. Admission will be free all month long, sponsored by the Sikh Foundation of Canada.
 
Interview Opportunities at PAMA - Friday, April 6, 10:30 a.m.
 
  • PAMA Manager, Marty Brent
  • PAMA Interim Senior Curator, Sharona Adamowicz-Clements will be available to talk about the new Spring art gallery exhibitions
  • Sikh Foundation of Canada representative
  • Artists from the Sikh Heritage Month Community exhibit in PAMA’s tunnel gallery
  • Sikh Heritage Month Committee Spokespeople will be on-hand to talk about weekend programming details around downtown Brampton
 
Light refreshments will be provided
 
Exhibitions on at PAMA
 
Sikh Heritage Month in Downtown Brampton
April 1 – April 30, 2018
Sikh Heritage Month at PAMA provides everyone with an opportunity to learn about Sikh and Canadian culture and history through art, history, performances and workshops.
Opening Event at Brampton City Hall: March 31 from 6 – 10 p.m.
Closing Event at Brampton City Hall: April 28 from 6 – 10 p.m.
 
Visit ontariosikhheritagemonth.compama.peelregion.ca to see the full schedule of programming planned in downtown Brampton
 
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 PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel Region’s culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington St. E.in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to learn more.
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Contact:
 
Erin Fernandes
Marketing Co-ordinator
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives
905-791-4055, ext. 7596
 
Stephen Weir
Stephen Weir and Associates
stephen@stephenweir.com
Tel: 416-489-5868 | cell: 416-801-3101
www.stephenweir.com twitter: sweirsweir