News

Turning grief into action

June 11, 2021

I haven't posted much about Open Sesame lately, in part because the past few weeks have been so devastating. As I've grieved the 215 children discovered at the Kamloops Indian Residential School and the murder of three generations of London, ON's Afzaal-Salman family, I have also been disgusted by the white supremacy thriving in Waterloo Region.

Moving Out, But Not Saying Goodbye

February 23, 2019

As we announced earlier this month on social media, Open Sesame is closing its storefront (220 King Street West, Kitchener) on February 28, 2019. Everything except our exhibition artwork is 30% off through February 28.  (Our online shop, will continue.)  Read on for an explanation AND a suggestion for how you can keep supporting the arts in Downtown Kitchener.

Open Sesame Events

Sunday, February 24, 2019 at 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, Lullabyes with Janice Jo Lee

February 21, 2019

Lullabyes with Janice Jo LeeSpecial Guest Melinda Suarez.

Friday, December 14, 2018, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Mala Making with Mantra Meditation hosted by Dora Chan Yoga

November 30, 2018

Treat yourself or your loved ones to an early Christmas gift with this special workshop!The Mala is a hand-knotted string of beads traditionally used in...