Three Scarborough art galleries—the Old Parcels Office, Gallery 33, and Mandy Apple—will jointly host a multi-venue exhibition titled "Here We Are" from June 28 to July 13, 2025. Featuring over 20 local artists, the show presents works in textile, ceramics, sculpture, and fine art that explore identity, belonging, and artists' experiences of living in and around Scarborough. Visitors can collect stamps on a special flyer at each venue to receive a free badge, and free participatory workshops will be held every Saturday.
The exhibition is part of the Scarborough Fair and highlights the strength of the local visual arts community by connecting three independent galleries in a collaborative, celebratory format. By inviting artists to reflect on their sense of self and place, the show fosters community engagement and offers accessible, free entry to encourage broad public participation. It matters because it demonstrates how grassroots, multi-venue initiatives can amplify local artistic voices and create a cohesive cultural experience outside major art centers.