Public Energy Performing Arts presents “The Village Trilogy” and “Matryoshka Crush,” two films by Laura Taler, on Friday March 27 at 7 p.m., at the Art Gallery of Peterborough.

The screening celebrates 30 years since the acclaimed debut of “The Village Trilogy,” a dance film that alludes to the millions of people uprooted through emigration in the past century. It captures a time and place that is beyond our grasp, but not beyond our memory.

It is paired with “Matryoshka Crush,” Taler’s newest film, in which poison, exorcism, gender trouble, song, and dance intermingle in a darkly funny and disturbing tale of intense yearning.

Taler is a Romanian-born Canadian artist who began her career as a contemporary dance choreographer before turning her attention to filmmaking and visual art.

Her work explores how memory and history are linked to movement, and how the body is able to carry the past without being oppressed by it.

Tickets are available on a sliding scale from $10 to $20. The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent St.

Taler will also present a master-class on Saturday March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Theatre on King, 171 King St. The class will explore how Taler’s practice has evolved over the years and will include in-depth discussions about the process of planning a shoot, and practical tools and tactics to communicate ideas to others.

The cost of the workshop is $10 per person.

For more information, or a link to purchase tickets for both events, visit publicenergy.ca.

Afrocentric Story Time

Afrocentric Story Time takes place Saturday March 28, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Peterborough Public Library, located at 345 Aylmer St. This program, offered in partnership with the Afrocentric Awareness Network of Peterborough, features African folk tales, fables and stories from around the world.

This free event take place in the Story Corner in the lower level of the library, and is geared towards children and youth ages 6 to 10 (siblings are welcome to join). For more, visit ptbolibrary.ca or call 705-745-5382 ext. 2340.

In partnership with Maars Music, All Saints’ Peterborough presents Beau Dixon on Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m. This concert is part of the All Saints’ Music in the Hall Concert Series.

Dixon is an award-winning actor, musician, and performer, with a music career spanning more than 20 years. According to concert organizers, “Beau’s charisma and talent lend themselves to fantastically entertaining and dynamic performances. This evening promises an unforgettable blend of music and community spirit.”

Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased online at allsaintspeterborough.org and at the door. Refreshments will be available for purchase. The concert takes place in the Upper Parish Hall, All Saints’ Anglican Church, located at 235 Rubidge St.

The Vine, located at 165 Sherbrooke St., is hosting an Artist Bazaar on Sunday March 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and vendors include Alana Rose Designs, Brooklin Stormie, Burnin’ Beads by Kira, Cheese Crafts, Emilee Ink, Emsbroideries, Ink by Amanda, Mutant Creations, Nominally Bizzy Creations, Rex Ceramins, Wicks Inks, and With Love, Arwyn.

For more information, visit thevineptbo.com or call 705-775-8463.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough, located at 250 Crescent St., presents an Artist Talk and Tour with Tyler Durbano on Sunday March 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Durbano will discuss his practice and his work in “Traces,” an exhibition currently on display at the gallery.

Durbano is a queer visual artist and cultural worker based in Barrie. Holding a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Western Ontario, Durbano’s exhibited work stems from a practical response during the pandemic. On walks through Simcoe County and Barrie, using analog photography and drawing, he captured places where desire paths and compressed grass document alternate routes.

This event is free to attend and open to the public. All are welcome and light refreshments will be served.

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