Posts by HollyProcktor
You’re Invited: Exhibition Opening and Artist Talk: Introducing Suzy Lake
Volunteers are invited to come to celebrate the opening of the exhibition Introducing Suzy Lake on Wednesday, November 12. Lake discusses her work and exhibition at the AGO, in conversation with exhibition curators Sophie Hackett and Georgiana Uhlyarik. Following the talk, head to Walker Court for the opening reception of Introducing Suzy Lake. Artist […]
Grange Park Revitalization
This project is the result of an unprecedented collaboration between the AGO, the City of Toronto, and the local community. It is being overseen by the Grange park Advisory Committee (GPAC), comprised of representatives from the AGO, City of Toronto, Grange Community Association, OCAD University, St. George the Martyr Church, and University Settlement. Our wok […]
Discounted TTC Metropasses available for November
TTC discount Metropasses for November are on sale for $120.15 – 10% off the regular price – and can be purchased at the ticket wickets (admission desks) in GG Hall (cash or debit only). Volunteers must present their badge to purchase. The AGO orders 100 passes per month, so get yours early to avoid disappointment. Passes […]
Grange Open House begins this week
Be sure to stop by The Grange during its open house hours this week: Tuesday October 28 – Sunday November 2, from 1:00pm – 4:00pm daily. Volunteers (many, our former Grange Guides) will be on site to tell you about the house and family, and will give you a tour of the historic kitchen, as […]
Take Our Kids to Work Day
This year’s Take Our Kids to Work Day at the AGO is Wednesday November 5, and your colleagues in Staff and Volunteer Resources are offering an interactive program for students to get to know the AGO. An annual national program where Grade 9 students are hosted by parents, grandparents, relatives and friends across the country, […]
Michelangelo tickets
As is customary with our ticketed special exhibitions, volunteers will soon be receiving Free Admission Passes (2) and Friends and Family Coupons (6) to Michelangelo: Quest for Genius. Free Admission Passes are valid from October 18 to December 21, 2014 Friends and Family Coupons entitle the holder of the coupon to 35% off the ticket […]
Get your Flu Shot at the AGO: October 30, 9:30am – 3:30pm
Staff and volunteers can get a flu shot at our annual Flu Clinic. The clinic will be held on Thursday, October 30, from 9:30am – 3:30pm in the Volunteer Lounge. Space is limited, so register early. To book your appointment, contact Rebecca Elbourne, Coordinator, Health & Safety, in Staff and Volunteer Resources. You can reach […]
Staff & Volunteer Previews for Michelangelo
You are invited to attend two staff and volunteer previews for the upcoming exhibition Michelangelo: Quest for Genius The exhibition is on the main floor, in the Eaton and Gelber galleries. Be sure to wear your volunteer badge for entry! A reminder: no outside guests are permitted, this preview is for staff and volunteers only. […]
Contemporary Tower Fourth Floor Closed
The fourth floor is now closed with no access from either of the adjoining stairwells, in preparation for the exhibition Introducing Suzy Lake, which opens on November 5. The exhibition follows the artist in images from age six to 66, as her political ideals are forged in the late 1960s; as she realizes her first […]
Brittany Reynolds – new in Staff & Volunteer Resources
Hello AGO Volunteer Community! I have recently started in my new position as the Assistant, Recruitment, Training and Volunteer Programs, where I will assist in providing administrative and first-hand support to the volunteer program. I will be here to help with any questions or needs you may have, and am looking forward to doing so! […]