STARBURST

Thursday, June 11

Art Loop: Starburst
Thursday, June 11 | 5-9 pm | International Cove (Main Street & MLK Bridge)

As part of Metroparks Toledo’s Watershed Weekend, The Arts Commission invites the community to Art Loop: Starburst, a celebration of public art, creativity and connection along the Glass City Riverwalk.

Guests can stroll through the newly restored International Cove at Glass City Metropark – Upriver (formerly International Park), where art and community come together along the Maumee River waterfront. The evening will include music and dance performances, hands-on artmaking, a live pop-up mural by Mind & Soul Gallery, a Sunset Silent Dance Party and an international vendor fair featuring local makers and global flavors.

The event also marks the debut of Starburst, a 15-foot illuminated sculpture that features community-inspired phrases in multiple languages and reflects the many voices and perspectives that contribute to Toledo’s identity. Starburst is just one of many public works of art that helps shape the Riverwalk as a welcoming space for gathering, discovery and shared experiences.

Performances and activities are free and open to the public; snacks and vendor merchandise available for purchase.

For more information about Metroparks Toledo’s Watershed Weekend, visit metroparkstoledo.com/watershed

Music & dance performances:

5:00-5:15pm Welcome / Emcee Tracy Haynes

5:15-5:30pm El Corazon de Mexico

5:35-5:50pm Molly’s Irish Dance

5:55-6:10pm Kazenodaichi Taiko

6:15-6:30pm Aegela Center for Middle Eastern Dance

6:35-6:50pm Poonam Indian Dance

6:55-7:10pm Toledo Chinese American Performing group

7:15-7:30pm Toledo Tango Club

7:35-7:50pm JP Dynasty African Drums

Salsa Class by Zora from Latin Dance Toledo feat. DJ Fercho (6:30-7:30pm)

Sunset Silent Dance Party (8-9pm) feat. DJ Fercho

Hands-on art-making

Caroline Jardine / Ukraine-themed
Merce Culp / CyanoHype
UT Center for Int’l Studies / ‘fun art-related cultural activities’
Scrap4Art / Starburst-inspired fan

Vendor Market & Info Tables

Live pop-up mural by Mind & Soul Gallery

Mobile food vendors

Dog Waggin
Naan Stop Kebap
Swanky Scoops
Rolling Lemon Beverage Company
Sweet Nate's Coffee

Beer & Seltzer sales (operated by Great Lakes Jazzfest).

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1000 Adams Street
Toledo, Ohio 43604
419-254-ARTS (2787)

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8:30am - 4:30pm

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access Statement

Inclusion, diversity, equity and access are fundamentally important to our work at The Arts Commission. Our aim is to provide access and opportunity to art and culture for all in our community. It is our committed practice to stand alongside, listen and act based upon community needs. We have a responsibility to advocate for inclusion, diversity, equity and access. The Arts Commission will continue to deepen this practice as we move into the future.

The Arts Commission believes that the arts can provide the space to foster conversations that bring us together. The arts have long stood in the gap as a bridge between cultures. They have served as a place to support healing, as well as a place to develop and exchange compassion. We trust the arts in this role. By embracing our differences and celebrating our similarities we build a more vibrant, just, and inclusive society.

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Accessibility

The Arts Commission strives to provide programming and events in an inclusive manner in accessible spaces and venues. Should you wish to visit or participate and need accommodation, please contact us at 419-254-2787.