Exhibitions: "Dreams and Temptations" and "Rebirth: A Journey Within"
May 12, 2012 to July 2, 2012
Location: Durham Art Gallery
Closest Community: Durham
Phone: 519-369-3692
Email: info@durhamart.on.ca
Website: www.durhamart.on.ca
There is still time to catch these two exhibitions, which run until the end of the long weekend. Marcelo Suaznabar creates surrealistic images which express his interest in symbolism, mythology and the subconscious. Gina Duque's work is a journey through creativity, spirituality and healing.
Art About Food
June 2, 2012 to July 1, 2012
Location: Flesherton
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Carol Binns Wood
Phone: 519-924-3560
An art exhibit in Flesherton food establishments- Opening at Village Greens Café, 7-10pm. The Grey Highlands Artists Circle (GHAC), presents their third collaborative show at Leslieville Cheese Shop,Peasemarsh Farms, The Bakery, The Garden Gate & Danielles’ Fine Foods. GHAC artists:Carol Binns Wood(519-924-3560), Melanie Earle, Robin Grebski& Shauna Earle. Carolynn Bloomer & Vera Dernovsek.
Ways of Seeing
June 25, 2012 to July 28, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Meaford Hall Box Office
Phone: 1-877-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
Ways of Seeing, June 25 to July 28 Oil/acrylic: Ariel Lyons’ up close/unusual viewpoint includes iridescent, interference and metallic colours creating movement in textural compositions, communicating with the viewer on another level. Acrylic/watercolour on canvas: Jane Hunter’s series brings challenge in concept, imagery or technique. Meditative painting seeks to convey through composition, colour and rhythm a sense of being “there” in spirit.
Canada Day Weekend at Blue
June 29, 2012 to July 2, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Contact: Heather Harding
Phone: 705-445-0231
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca
Celebrate in the Village with free activities all day.Street performers, live music, guided family hikes, gondola rides, Movies Under The Stars, Plunge! Aquatic Centre, Dockside pond activities & more
Movies Under The Stars at Blue
June 29, 2012 to August 31, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Phone: 705-445-0231 x6820
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca/events
Every Wednesday and Friday, pull up a muskoka chair, cozy up with a blanket and enjoy free outdoor box office movies in the Village Events Plaza. Come early for fun games and great prizing!
Summer Studio Sale at Infinite Glassworks
June 30, 2012 to July 1, 2012
Location: 159 Pellisier Street (at entrance to Eugenia Falls Conservation Area)
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Kate Civiero
Phone: 519-924-1551
Email: kate@infiniteglassworks.com
Website: www.infiniteglassworks.com
Infinite Glassworks presents our annual Summer Studio Sale! Located beside beautiful Eugenia Falls, Infinite Glassworks specializes in handblown glassware and custom lighting. Once a historic general store, our studio is now full of blown vases, cups, bottles, bowls and more!
Canada Day Celebrations at Big Bay Dock
July 1, 2012
Location: Big Bay Dock, Big Bay, ON
Closest Community: Wiarton
Come out to Big Bay Dock bright and early to help celebrate The Official Canada Ceremony of Georgian Bluffs. There will be a fly past by airplanes from Billy Bishop Airport. Special guests include paraolympian Jason Crone, Mayor Alan Barfoot, Grey County Warden Duncan McKinlay, MPP Bill Walker, and more. There will be a balloon release when the Canadian Flag is raised.
Celebrate Canada at The Big Bay Dock, home to one of Canada’s best scenic sights. Come and give your chest muscles a good workout. Improve your posture - stand a little straighter and taller when you stand up for Canada on Canada Day morning in Big Bay!
Canada Day Concert & Fireworks
July 1, 2012
Location: Stothart Hall
Closest Community: Flesherton
The annual Canada Day Concert & Fireworks at Stothart Hall in Priceville.
Field of Dreams - Music in Big Bay
July 1, 2012
Location: Big Bay General Store
Closest Community: Wiarton
Contact: Pat Carriere
Phone: 519-534-4523
Email: bigbay@bmts.com
Bernie Range & Bluegrass Friends host the back porch stage behind Big Bay General Store. Willie Kell, Nashville Singer and Songwriter, is coming home to sing his song “Beautiful Stoney Keppel”. Willie will be accompanied by his daughter Patti. Skarni will be sharing his contemporary songs as well. Also appearing is Earl Robinson and Louise Jarvis with Theo Janson Bring a lawn chair and chill out by the shady stream behind Big Bay General Store.
Moreston Heritage Village Opening
July 1, 2012
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Mark the start of summer with the annual grand opening of Moreston, the Heritage Village at Grey Roots. Costumed characters will be in the homes and workplaces, ready to share their knowledge and to answer your questions. See the village from a horse-drawn wagon ride or test your hand at our blacksmith's game of horseshoes. You also won't want to miss the first official steam up of our newly restored Robert Bell Steam Traction Engine. There will be special refreshments and live music - Ruth & Chuck Merrill will be here playing fabulous old-timey music on the front porch of the log house. Throughout the summer, Moreston will be open 7 days a week until Labour Day with tours 3 times daily at 11:15am, 1:15pm and 3:15pm.
Cedar Run Classic Horse Show
July 4, 2012 to July 8, 2012
Location: Cedar Run Horse Park
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519-599-3196
Email: classic@cedarrun.ca
Website: www.cedarrun.ca/event/cedar-run-classic/
One of the many great events held at Cedar Run Horse Park this year. Visit the website for a detailed schedule and more information.
Old Man Luedecke at East Coast Music Festival
July 5, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Susan Lake
Phone: 519-538-0463
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
**Concert $25 - Festival Pass just $70**
Folk/roots Old Man Luedecke is one of Canada’s best loved and most intriguing roots singer-songwriters. Luedecke is a young man with an old soul who doesn’t sugar coat his fears - this lets his songs breathe with a fresh breeze of bittersweet hopefulness. He channels a refreshing energy from folk giants like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger with maybe a hint of Loudon Wainwright III. But its Luedecke’s contemporary lyrics coupled with the irresistible rhythm of the old time banjo that connect and make him so loved with his audiences. Anchored in his music’s melodic confidence is an ability to tap into a common muddled and dark search for meaning. This keeps people singing his songs and praises after he’s traveled on. “An original, he is a musical singularity to be savoured and shared”, says the Vancouver Folk Festival. http://www.oldmanluedecke.com/
**Presented by Meaford Hall as part of the East Coast Festival, July 5 to 7**
Owen Sound Museums Ghost Walk
July 5, 2012
Location: Marine & Rail Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nicole Gamble
Phone: 519-371-3333
Website: www.marinerail.com
Experience the dark side of Owen Sound's past on this walking tour of downtown, featuring haunted and historic buildings, grisly murders, and mysterious accidents. This summer walks are scheduled for July 5, July 19 and August 16 at 4pm and 7pm. Starting locations are printed on the tickets.
Tickets are $5 per person for each walk and must be purchased in advance at the Marine & Rail Museum or Billy Bishop Home and Museum. Recommended age is 12 years. Spaces are limited so register early!
22nd Annual Art Garden
July 6, 2012
Location: Local Colour, 20 Collingwood St.
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Carol Wood
Phone: 519-924-3560
Local Colour in Flesherton will be hosting the this summer season. The evening’s performers are poets; David Sugarman and Kristen Anderson with music by Rocklyn Academy followed by a drum jam & dance after dark. The Art Garden is a show and sale of the creations of 40 different artists working in many different media. The Art Garden is at the back of Local Colour, a fine crafts shop located in the heart of the bustling village of Flesherton.
Barra MacNeils at East Coast Music Festival
July 6, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Susan Lake
Phone: 519-538-0463
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
**Concert $40 - Festival Pass just $70**
Celtic/folk The Barra MacNeils live concert experience brings so much more to the stage than most live acts ever can. Multiple lead vocalists, beautiful sibling harmonies, top drawer instrumental prowess on a wide variety of acoustic, stringed, percussion and wind instruments blended with dancing, storytelling, Gaelic songs and a journey through an ancient culture; it is family entertainment at its highest level. Steeped in Cape Breton tradition with strong Celtic roots and musical artistry, this diverse and talented family group continues to wow audiences around the world with their captivating vocals, harmonies and extraordinary musicianship. 2012 marks 25 years for the Sydney Mines, Cape Breton Island based family group, the Barra MacNeils, in an outstanding recording and touring career. www.barramacneils.com
**Presented by Meaford Hall as part of the East Coast Festival, July 5 to 7**
Best of Blue
July 6, 2012 to July 7, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Contact: Heather Harding
Phone: 7054450231
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca
Music is at the heart of the Blue Mountains and this region has become a mecca for diverse talent. Headlining acts Dr. Draw and the Fraser Melvin Band will be joined with many others. When you’re not enjoying the music get active on the many guided hikes with gondola ride, street performers and family activities.
Canadian Greats at Flesherton Gallery
July 6, 2012 to August 31, 2012
Location: Flesherton Art Gallery, 20 Collingwood St.
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: David Turner
Phone: 519-924-3560
The Flesherton Art Gallery will have a new show for the summer, "Canadian Greats". The show will feature work by Harold Klunder; Robert Markle; Gordon Rayner; Otis Tamasauskas. The show will open on Friday the 6th of July and will coincide with the opening of Local Colour's "Art Garden".
Markdale Classic Cruise Night
July 6, 2012
Location: Main Street in Markdale
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: Markdale Chamber of Commerce
Email: info@greyhighlandschamber.com
Cruise into town for the 10th annual Markdale Chamber of Commerce Classic Cruise Night. Taking place from 6-9pm.
200th Birthday of Edward Horton, founder of Feversham
July 7, 2012 to July 15, 2012
Location: Osprey Museum, Rob Roy
Closest Community: Flesherton
Website: sites.google.com/site/ospreymuseumontario/
Saturday, July 7 – Sunday July 15, Osprey Museum will celebrate the 200th Birthday of Edward Horton, founder of Feversham. Unveiling of a commemorative plaque in the “Old” Methodist Settler Cemetery in Feversham; then a week-long celebration showcasing local heritage and arts. A theatrical Murder Mystery based on local historical events, 3 local heritage presentations, an Artist2Go interactive presentation, a talent show with local artists, a Community Dance, demonstrations of 1812 battles by the Upper Canada Militia on July 14 &15 and a Sunday Brunch on July 15 to close the Festival!
Hottest Yard Sale Under the Sun
July 7, 2012
Location: Downtown Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Deb Blackshaw
Phone: 519-376-9225
Website: downtownowensound.ca
Downtown Owen Sound will be transformed into 4 blocks of bargains and tons of fun, as 250 stores and vendors take to the street to provide great food, kids activities, craft demos and musical performances. There will be something for everyone!
Jenn Grant at East Coast Music Festival
July 7, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Susan Lake
Phone: 519-538-0463
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
**Concert $25 - Festival Pass just $70**
Born and raised on Prince Edward Island, Halifax-based Jenn Grant embodies the naked melancholy of roots, and the shimmering effervescence of vintage AM pop. She understands the cosmic connection between Patsy Cline and Brian Wilson, and her oeuvre has elements of both polarities and everything in between. She intuits the power of nuance and beguiles like no other singer you are likely to hear.
**Presented by Meaford Hall as part of the East Coast Festival, July 5 to 7**
Voice and Song Workshop with david sereda
July 7, 2012 to August 4, 2012
Location: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 865 2nd Ave W, Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Phone: 519 534 3039
Email: david@sheatre.com
Come Aboard A New Musical Journey: Voice and Song Workshop with david sereda in Owen Sound EXPLORE THE SPIRIT OF THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN SONG david sereda leads a summer voice and song workshop using brand new songs and songs from the Underground Railroad era. Dates: Saturdays in July (July 7, 14, 21, 28)and Saturday, August 4 at 3pm - 4pm (Emancipation Festival - Kelso Beach) Cost: $60 for the workshop, family rate $55 (if two or more family members attend) Ages: 13+ Singing experience preferred, sight reading not essential. To register: call Sheatre at 519 534 3039 or email david@sheatre.com
Resurrect Your Dress @ Coffin Ridge Winery
July 8, 2012
Location: Coffin Ridge Winery
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Willow Todd
Phone: 519-371-9565
Email: willow@coffinridge.ca
Website: www.coffinridge.ca
Grab that wedding gown or bridesmaid dress. Whether it was only worn once by accident or several times on purpose. Whether it’s yours or a friends or a dress you find at the Good Will, just grab it. You know the one … the one that hasn’t seen the light of day for years or the hideous or beautiful bridesmaid dress that you never thought you’d wear again. Grab it out of the darkness and bring it back to life by wearing it to the first annual Resurrect Your Dress afternoon at Coffin Ridge.
There will be a race and a game in the vineyard so bring a spare pair of comfortable shoes.
Prizes will be given out for the wackiest get-up, the best veil, the most conventional bridal gown, the most unconventional dress and of course the most hideous bridesmaid dress.
Tickets are $40 each and include wine, a vintner's plate and festivities. Limited to 50 participants.
Hunter Jumper Classic at Cedar Run Horse Park
July 11, 2012 to July 15, 2012
Location: 318 Clark Street, The Blue Mountains, Ontario , N0H 1J0, Canada
Closest Community: Clarksburg
Contact: Roy Fish
Phone: 905-876-9142
Email: classic@cedarrun.ca
Website: www.cedarrun.ca
Equine Canada Gold Sanctioned Hunter Jumper Competition. A prestigious national competition, the Ceder Run Hunter Jumper Classic gives spectators a taste of show jumping.
Victorian Tea
July 11, 2012
Location: Billy Bishop Home and Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Laura Robinson
Phone: 519-371-0031
Website: www.billybishop.org
It is time for our annual Victorian Teas at the Billy Bihsop Home and Museum. We are offering three teas throughout the summer season that include specially-blended tea, scones, Devonshire cream and more treats.
Dessert Tea: Wednesday, July 11th at 2 pm. $4 for members, $6 for non-members.
Enjoy a variety of sandwiches with your Luncheon Tea: Wednesday, July 25th at 12 noon. $8 for members, $10 for non-members.
Dessert Tea: Wednesday, August 8th at 2 pm. $4 for members, $6 for non-members.
Please visit our website for the theme of each tea.
Please feel free to book a group for one or multiple teas as spots will fill up quickly. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum at 948 3rd Avenue West in Owen Sound.
Holstein Rodeo
July 12, 2012 to July 15, 2012
Location: A-Bar-K Ranch
Closest Community: Holstein
Phone: 519-334-3794
Website: www.holsteinrodeo.com
Egremont Optimist Holstein Rodeo part of the Coors Light Rodeo Tour. Ontario’s #1 Rodeo.
Catch all the action of a full Rodeo including Bronc Riding, Barrel Racing, and Bull Riding. Three great nights of concerts. Eastern Canadian Sheep Shearing Competition. Rough Camping.
Grey Bruce Comedy Festival: Owen Sound
July 13, 2012
Location: Bayshore Community Centre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Johnny Gardhouse
Website: www.greybrucecomedyfestival.com
The Owen Sound Comedy Festival began on a whim and ended with an idea. Local personality Johnny Gardhouse and fellow comedic friend Darren Frost decided that they wanted to bring world class comedy to Owen Sound. This festival has now been rebranded to include the two surrounding counties and amalgamated into the Grey Bruce Comedy Festival.
Talent this year includes: James Cunningham, Kenny Robinson, Alan Park, Ian Sirota, Christina Walkinshaw, and Bobby Mair.
More information available at www.greybrucecomedyfestival.com
Little Red Riding Hood and The Wolf - The Musical
July 13, 2012
Location: The Roxy Theatre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: The Roxy Theatre
Phone: 519-371-2833
Email: admin@roxytheatre.ca
Website: www.roxytheatre.ca
A howling, hilarious youth musical! Christy’s Stage Door & The Roxy Theatre present Little Red Riding Hood – The Musical, based on Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes! Friday, July 13 at 2 pm and 6 pm.
The plot twists something like this: Mr Wolf thinks he’s a match for Little Red Riding Hood and her three little piggie pals. He snatches a lead on her and gobbles up Grandma – but his hair raising antics will cost him his skin. And it’s sweet Little Red Riding Hood herself who has the ace up her sleeve – or, to be frank – the pistol in her knickers.
Come see some of the most talented regional youth perform in this amazing production, created under the direction of renowned instructor Christy Taylor and assistant Priscilla Taylor.
Adults $12, Seniors $10, Children $8 Accessible seating must be booked throught the box office by calling 519.371.2833 or 1 888.446.7699. No refunds.
Peak to Shore Music Fest at Blue
July 13, 2012 to July 15, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village & Thornbury
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.peaktoshore.com
Music Extravaganza!
11 Venues, 18 Bands, music crawl Friday night in Thornbury and The Jim Cuddy Band Saturday night in the Village!
Public Night Sky Viewing
July 13, 2012
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Starts at dusk. Join experts from the Bluewater Astronomical Society on select Fridays throughout the summer for some heavenly views under one of the last truly dark sky locations in Ontario. The Public Night Sky Viewings will be held just outside of Grey Roots in the parking lot. This is a free event and all are welcome. Event is weather dependent and can only take place if the sky is mostly clear. So come out and take a peek through a telescope!
Rotary Street Frolic
July 13, 2012
Location: Main Street, Markdale
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: David Thompson
Phone: 519-9864516
Email: dpt.mar@bmts.com
Website: www.clubrunner.ca/markdale
Rotary Club of Markdale Presents 75th Street Frolic – July 13 Come out on July 13 to enjoy games, food, music, and dancing when the Rotary Club of Markdale closes off Main Street for their 75th Annual Street Frolic. The gala party begins at 7 PM. Admission – Adults $3.00, 12 and under $1.00, pre-school free.
D.B. Murphy Mystery Walk
July 14, 2012
Location: Marine & Rail Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nicole Gamble
Phone: 519-371-3333
Website: www.marinerail.com
These walks are inspired by the D.B. Murphy novels by local author Richard Thomas. These books are set in the 1920s Owen Sound area and take the reader on an experience fill of adventure, mystery and humour.
The walks are a chance to visit sites from the books, such as the Manjuris or the City Cafe. You will have an opportunity to see how the locations have changed over the years, hear a bit more about the history of the buildings, and even revisit favourite scenes from the books. Each walk will leave at 10:30 am, cover a different route, and end at the Ginger Press where you can meet the author as well.
Tickets are $5 per person per walk and must be purchased in advance at the Marine & Rail Museum or Billy Bishop Home and Museum. Space is limited to register early!
Grand Opening of The Gallery at Jessica's Book Nook
July 14, 2012
Location: Jessica's Book Nook, 21 Bruce Street in Thornbury
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519-599-7361
Please join us for the Grand Opening Reception of The Gallery at Jessica's Book Nook featuring original works of art by Wildman Studio Participants. Theme: "Animal Farm" The event takes place from 2:00-4:00pm.
Grey Bruce Comedy Festival: Hanover
July 14, 2012
Location: Royal Canadian Legion
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Johnny Gardhouse
Website: www.greybrucecomedyfestival.com
The Grey Bruce Comedy Festival started four years ago as the Owen Sound Comedy Festival. The Owen Sound Comedy Festival began on a whim and ended with an idea. Local personality Johnny Gardhouse and fellow comedic friend Darren Frost decided that they wanted to bring world class comedy to Owen Sound. This festival has now been rebranded to include the two surrounding counties and amalgamated into the Grey Bruce Comedy Festival.
Talent this year includes: James Cunningham, Kenny Robinson, Alan Park, Ian Sirota, Christina Walkinshaw, and Bobby Mair.
More information available at www.greybrucecomedyfestival.com
Harrison Park Old Time Picnic
July 14, 2012
Location: Harrison Park
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Richard MacDonald
Email: rrmacdonald@rogers.com
Celebrating 100 Years of Pleasure. With live music, food, entertainment, exhibits, river flotilla, games, races, mascots, hay rides, Roller Derby, nature walks, kennel club demos, historic displays and much more.
Meaford 5K Harbour Run Walk Stroll
July 14, 2012
Location: Meaford Harbour Pavillon
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Pat Parsons
Phone: 519-538-1311
Email: mghf@bellnet.ca
Website: www.mhfoundation.ca
Run Walk or Stroll and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Race registration starts at 7:30 am at the Meaford Harbour. Race starts promptly at 9:00 am.
Registration can be done on-line by going to mhfoundation.ca and following the Meaford Harbour 5K link. First 300 to register get a t-shirt and participant bag.
Jazz by the Bay
July 15, 2012 to August 12, 2012
Location: Bayview Park, 106 Bay St., Thornbury
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Linda Wykes
Phone: 519-599-3345
Email: lwykes@live.ca
Website: www.jazzbytheby.ca
Jazz by the Bay returns for its 12th season. Concerts are supported by sponsors and donations. Refreshments available. Bring your lawn chair and join us.
July 15 - Fig Leaf Jazz Band July 22 - Julie C (Crochetiere) July 29 - Quisha Wint Band Aug 5 - Georgian Sound Big Band Aug 12 - Louise Lefaive Aug 19 - Toronto All Star Band
Call 519-599-3345 for rain location
Owen Sound Museums Summer Camp
July 16, 2012 to July 20, 2012
Location: Billy Bishop Home and Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Rachel Campbell
Phone: 519-371-0031
Website: www.billybishop.org
July 16th to 20th - 9am to 4pm Drop-off 8:30 to 9am Pick-up 4 to 4:30pm Ages 8-12 Cost: $15 per day or $60 for all 5 days per child
Each day will include crafts, activities, games and interactive lessons pertaining to the day's theme. Activities include tea parties, soldier drills, scavenger hunts, dress-up and more! Complete list on our website.
There will be a 40 minute lunch break and two 15 minute snack breaks each day. Lunch and snacks not provided.
Registration forms at Billy Bishop Home and Museum and Marine & Rail Museum. Limited space! Register today!
Edmund Zavitz Rescues Ontario: His Impact on Grey County
July 18, 2012
Location: South Grey Museum
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Kate Russell
Phone: 519-924-2843
Email: museum@greyhighlands.ca
Website: www.greyhighlandsmuseum.com
July 18 at 7 p.m. Author and environmentalist Dr. John Bacher will present Edmund Zavitz Rescues Ontario: His Impact on Grey County. Features local history and the modern importance of conservation and stewardship. Cost is $7 per person or $12 per couple ($5 & $10 for Museum members).
Lighthouse Festival Theatre’s "Self Help"
July 18, 2012 to July 21, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Meaford Hall
Phone: 519-538-0463
Email: ticket@meaford.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
July 18 to 21 @ 8pm & July 19 @ 2pm $32earlybird (expires June 30) $35regular $32matinee 15% discount for groups 6+
Meaford Hall Presents Lighthouse Festival Theatre’s Production of “Self Help” Written by Norm Foster, Directed by Derek Ritschel. Self-Help is the story of Hal and Cindy Savage, two struggling actors who reinvent themselves as self-help gurus and, much to their surprise, become the world's most revered relationship experts. Unfortunately, while their careers skyrocket, their marriage goes into a nosedive, and they soon find themselves scrambling to protect their reputations. "A sensational black-hearted farce!"--Hamilton Spectator
http://www.normfoster.com Presented by Meaford Hall in collaboration with Lighthouse Festival Theatre
Speakers Event at South Grey Museum
July 18, 2012
Location: South Grey Museum 40 Sydenham
Closest Community: Flesherton
Phone: 519-924-2843
Website: www.greyhighlandsmuseum.com
Author, John Bacher will discuss Edmund Zavitz’ (based on his book “Two Billion Trees and Counting”) environmental impact on Grey County.
South Grey Museum 40 Sydenham St. (just north of the lights in Flesherton)
Owen Sound Museums Ghost Walk
July 19, 2012
Location: Marine & Rail Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nicole Gamble
Phone: 519-371-3333
Website: www.marinerail.com
Experience the dark side of Owen Sound's past on this walking tour of downtown, featuring haunted and historic buildings, grisly murders, and mysterious accidents.
This summer walks are scheduled for July 5, July 19 and August 16 at 4pm and 7pm. Starting locations are printed on the tickets.
Tickets are $5 per person for each walk and must be purchased in advance at the Marine & Rail Museum or Billy Bishop Home and Museum. Recommended age is 12 years. Spaces are limited so register early!
Famarama at Blue
July 20, 2012 to July 22, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.famarama.ca
Pack up the family and head to Blue Mountain Village to celebrate with buskers, live music, juggling and magic show artists, pajama party, outdoor Movies Under The Stars, Juno Award performers, family hiking, gondola, Plunge Aquatic Centre, Cascade Putting Course, Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster and kids activities.
2012 Cargill Bike Bash
July 21, 2012 to July 22, 2012
Location: Cargill Community Centre
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Liz
Phone: 519 366 2701
Email: fry.elizabeth@gmail.com
Website: www.cargillbikebash.com
2012 Cargill Bike Bash July 21, 2010 Camping available, show and shine, motorcycle rodeo, food available all day, Sunday morning breakfast, Breakwater Blues Band Saturday afternoon, CrAzY MaKeR Saturday 9-1 pm everyone welcome. More information at www.cargillbikebash.com or call Liz @ 519 366 2701
Artsburg Day
July 21, 2012
Location: Town of Clarksburg
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Phil and Debra at the Loft Gallery
Phone: 519-599-5912
Website: www. loftgalleryart.com
As part of the weekly Summer 'Clarksburg Crawl', all galleries and art shops take part in Artsburg Day and remain open until 7 30 pm.
Opera in the Barn - The Met's Madame Butterfly
July 21, 2012
Location: The Symphony Barn, 393889 Concession Rd. 2, Durham ON
Closest Community: Durham
Contact: Leslieville Cheese Market North
Phone: 519-924-9900
Email: leslievillenorth@gmail.com
Leslieville Cheese Market North presents our 3rd season of "Opera in the Barn", magical evenings of beautiful music and glorious food in a spectacular setting. On Sat. July 21, it's Puccini's "Madame Butterfly". This ingenious 2008 production from the Met features Patricia Racette as Butterfly and Marcello Giordani as Pinkerton.
A ten course dinner prepared by Sean Adler of the Flying Chestnut Restaurant in Eugenia will be served during the Opera. The Breakfast Club at McPhail Elementery School in Flesherton will be the recipient of this evening's charity.
Tickets are $80.00 per person plus a suggested minimum donation of $25.00 to the charity of the evening.
Raspberry Festival
July 21, 2012
Location: Farmer's Pantry
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519-599-3656
Email: msheridan@bmts.com
Website: www.raspberryfestival.org
Come for an hour and end up staying for the full day; try your hand at some of our games, relax while you feed the animals, pick your own raspberries and enjoy live music while you mingle with both old friends and new.
From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM enjoy the Raspberry Festival at Farmer's Pantry. Enjoy wagon rides, pony rides, Fun Coral and lots more.
Antique and Classic Car Display
July 22, 2012
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Join us from 11am to 3pm, as members of the Blue Water Region Antique Classic Car Club Canada (ACCCC) will be showing off their vintage automobiles in Moreston Village at Grey Roots. Up to 40 vehicles and their owners will be present.
Event organizer Al Hay, who is also a Moreston Village volunteer in the Bluewater Garage, invites the public to come and learn about the history of the automobile in Canada. Al says that some of owners might let you sit in their car! It's a great photo opportunity. Event is included with regular admission.
Cobble Beach Golf Links & Resort Official Grand Opening of New Tennis Courts
July 22, 2012
Location: Cobble Beach Golf Links, Kemble
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Allison Taylor
Phone: 519 370 2173 ext. 132
Website: www.cobblebeach.com
Cobble Beach’s award winning links-style golf course, designed by Doug-Carrick, is now officially opening their new state-of-the-art tennis courts. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 1:15 pm on Sunday July 22, 2012. The public is invited to tour the facility and hit with one of the three tennis pros that will be at the Grand Opening.
Head Sports is supplying demo racquets to experience the features of these tennis courts. Join us on July 22nd and have an opportunity to win an overnight stay at our 5 star hotel, court time, free lessons and other prizing along with Hors d'oeuvres to celebrate the opening of the tennis courts.
Hanover Sights & Sounds Festival
July 23, 2012 to July 29, 2012
Location: Downtown Hanover
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Stephanie Crilly
Phone: 519-364-3780 ext. 253
Email: scrilly@hanover.ca
Website: www.sights-sounds.ca
Sights & Sounds is Hanover's Biggest Block Party! Celebrating area musicians, performers and artists there is something for everyone to enjoy. Live music all day, street performers, games, car show, barbeques, dances, and more...don't miss it the last weekend in July!
Victorian Luncheon Tea
July 25, 2012
Location: Billy Bishop Home and Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Laura Robinson
Phone: 519-371-0031
Website: www.billybishop.org
It is time for our annual Victorian Teas at the Billy Bihsop Home and Museum. We are offering three teas throughout the summer season that include specially-blended tea, scones, Devonshire cream and more treats.
Dessert Tea: Wednesday, July 11th at 2 pm. $4 for members, $6 for non-members.
Enjoy a variety of sandwiches with your Luncheon Tea: Wednesday, July 25th at 12 noon. $8 for members, $10 for non-members.
Please feel free to book a group for one or multiple teas as spots will fill up quickly. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum at 948 3rd Avenue West in Owen Sound.
6th Annual Saugeen Artists Co-op Show & Sell
July 27, 2012 to July 29, 2012
Location: Hanover, Ontario
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Janet Liesemer
Phone: 519-665-7842
Email: blessing@wightman.ca
Website: www.saugeenartists.ca
Gala Opening Fri July 27th 4-9pm
Meet the artists and enjoy the refreshments. IWA Hall in Hanover, located across the street from the Grey Rose Restaurant, main street. Held during the Sights & Sounds Festival.
Collingwood Elvis Festival at the Village
July 27, 2012 to July 29, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca
In cooperation with the Collingwood Elvis Festival the Village hosts three days of free outdoor concerts by some of the top Elvis Tribute artists including Roy Leblanc & Friends!
Visit www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com or www.bluemountainvillage.ca for more information.
150th Emancipation Celebration Festival
August 2, 2012 to August 5, 2012
Location: Harrison Park & Kelso Beach
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Website: www.emancipation.ca/the-festival/
Join us in celebrating the journey of our ancestors within the Underground Railroad’s most northerly safe haven. Bring your family and friends for a weekend of music, art, storyboards, crafts, children’s’ games, speakers, literature & other activities. The Longest Continuous Running Emancipation Picnic in North America (since 1862)
Fabulous Festival of Fringe Film
August 2, 2012 to August 5, 2012
Location: various locations around Durham
Closest Community: Durham
Website: www.fabfilmfest.ca/
How do you run a film festival in a town with no theatre? By getting creative!
The Fabulous Festival of Fringe Film is back for a tenth year celebration. As always, the festival will offer film screenings, installations and film-and-live-music performances in a variety of settings around Durham, including The Symphony Barn, The Quilt Barn, The Garafraxa - a new cafe/performance location on Durham's main street, and outdoors beside the Saugeen River at Durham's middle dam.
The distinctive festival, in its 10th year, starts Thursday, August 2 and runs through the holiday weekend until Monday, August 6.
If you are looking for something a little more interesting than the summer block-buster, the Fabulous Festival of Fringe Film is a great way to explore all aspects of what the festival organizers describe as "contemporary projection arts".
Blue Mountain Village Beach Party
August 3, 2012 to August 6, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca/events
The summer's hottest party for all ages! Reggae & Calypso music, Fire Dancing, Moves Under The Stars, hiking, scavenger hunts, kids activities, Plunge! Aquatic Centre, gondola, Cascade Putting Course, Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster, shopping & dining.
Durham Homecoming 2012
August 3, 2012 to August 5, 2012
Location: Durham
Closest Community: Durham
Email: durhamhomecoming2012@gmail.com
Website: www.durhamhomecoming2012.ca
The Town of Durham is getting ready for another great reunion ! It will be held on Aug 3, 4 and 5, 2012. Lots of events going on throughout the weekend. Visit www.durhamhomecoming2012.ca for more information.
Electric Eclectics Festival
August 3, 2012 to August 5, 2012
Location: The Funny Farm on Scotch Mountain
Closest Community: Meaford
Website: www.electric-eclectics.com
Electric Eclectics takes place on a farm overlooking the scenic Beaver Valley, just outside of Meaford, Ontario. The farm features some of the best sunsets you will ever see. Each year, we assemble an eclectic program of avant-garde and crossover musicians, as well as art installations, DJs, and films. Visit www.electric-eclectics.com for more information and a detailed schedule.
Emancipation Festival Gospel Fest
August 5, 2012
Location: Kelso Beach Park Pavillion
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Website: www.emancipation.ca/the-festival/
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Festival, and the theme "The Ties That Bind", with a non denominational Gospel Fest. $10 Kelso Beach Park
Grey Bruce Kennel & Obedience Club Annual Dog Show
August 7, 2012 to July 9, 2012
Location: Harrison Park
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nancy
Phone: 519-794-2084
Email: nancy@duennapoodles.com
Website: www.greybrucekennelclub.com/gbkocdogshow.htm
Our 2012 Annual Dog Show has been set for August 7nd - August 9th at beautiful Harrison Park in Owen Sound. Once again we will be running 5 conformation shows. We will also run 4 obedience trials and 4 rally obedience trials. Visit www.greybrucekennelclub.com or visit us on Facebook for more information.
Victorian Dessert Tea
August 8, 2012
Location: Billy Bishop Home and Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Laura Robinson
Phone: 519-371-0031
Website: www.billybishop.org
It is time for our annual Victorian Teas at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum. We are offering three teas throughout the summer season that include specially-blended tea, scones, Devonshire cream and more treats.
Dessert Tea: Wednesday, August 8th at 2 pm. $4 for members, $6 for non-members.
Please visit our website for the theme of each tea.
Please feel free to book a group for one or multiple teas as spots will fill up quickly. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum at 948 3rd Avenue West in Owen Sound.
Carlos Del Junco & Steve Strongman 2012 blues series
August 9, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Meaford Hall Box Office
Phone: 877-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: meafordhall.ca
A great blues show for a sultry summer night: 2012 Maple Blues Award winners Carlos Del Junco and Steve Strongman take the stage to bring the best of blues in harmonica and guitar.
Heatlamp at the Harbour Music Festival
August 10, 2012 to August 11, 2012
Location: Meaford Harbour
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Will Matthews
Email: will.matthews.music@rogers.com
Website: www.heatlampstudio.ca
The Heatlamp at the Harbour Music Festival will be held on August 10 & 11 (Friday evening and all day Saturday) and will feature live music, arts and crafts vendors, great food and a beer garden. This family-friendly event is set right on the picturesque harbourfront in Meaford, the event was a rousing success in it's first year and will continue to showcase great music and art in 2012. Bring a lawn chair and relax to the sights and sounds down at the harbour! Admission to this event is FREE! All the information about the festival can be found at www.heatlampstudio.ca
Holstein Bluegrass Festival
August 10, 2012 to August 12, 2012
Location: Love's Sugarbush
Closest Community: Holstein
Contact: Bill Crooks
Phone: 416-460-6489
Email: wjcrooks@sympatico.ca
2012 Holstein Bluegrass Celebration including: David Davis & The Warrior River Boys (Cullman, Alabama) The Burie Family (Southeastern Wisconsin) Hard Ryde (Host Band, Ontario) Concession 23 (Ontario) Rhyme ‘N’ Reason (Ontario) Slocan Ramblers (Ontario) Grassfyre (Ontario) Moonshiner’s Daughter (Grey County) Grassland (Ontario)
More information available on the website www.bluegrassinholstein.ca as well as Holstein Bluegrass Celebration on Facebook.
Mountain Top Jamboree
August 10, 2012 to August 12, 2012
Location: 135091 9th Line, Grey Highlands
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: Paul Hutton
Phone: 519-986-2380
Email: p.hutton@cablerocket.com
Website: www.clubrunner.ca/markdale
The Rotary Club of Markdale presents its 9th annual Mountain Top Jamboree. The Jamboree is a fundraiser for local and international projects. Many great entertainers will be performing from the stage for listening and dancing over the course of the weekend. Camping facilities will accommodate the more than 200 RV Units. All this will be complimented by refreshments, a licensed bar, burgers and corn on the cob. From Markdale take County Road 12 East to County Road 30, right on County Road 30, and left on the 9th Line to #135091. A weekend pass is $25. Daily passes are $10 for Friday and Sunday and $15 for Saturday. Camp site fees are $60 for the weekend beginning Wednesday afternoon. Information about the weekend program can be obtained by contacting Paul Hutton at 519-986-2380 or p.hutton@cablerocket.com. To reserve a campsite contact John Hamilton at 519-986-2026 or jwhamilton@ieee.org.
Public Night Sky Viewing
August 10, 2012
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.ca
Starts at dusk. Join experts from the Bluewater Astronomical Society on select Fridays throughout the summer for some heavenly views under one of the last truly dark sky locations in Ontario. The Public Night Sky Viewings will be held just outside of Grey Roots in the parking lot. This is a free event and all are welcome. Event is weather dependent and can only take place if the sky is mostly clear. So come out and take a peek through a telescope!
Silent Auction at The Meaford Farmers' Market
August 10, 2012
Location: Meaford Farmers' Market @ The Harbour Pavilion
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Jane Elzby
Phone: 5195382995
Email: rjelzby@gmail.com
Website: www.meafordfarmersmarket.com
The Meaford Farmers' Market is holding it's 2nd Annual Silent Auction. The auction will take place during the market and will be set up in the Meaford Harbour Pavilion. Dozens of items including gift baskets, summer outdoor furnishings, and a bi-plane ride out of the Billy Bishop Airport and lots more. Come and enjoy the shopping, the food and the music as well as the auction.
Streets Alive! Buskerfest
August 10, 2012 to August 11, 2012
Location: Downtown Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Deb Blackshaw
Phone: 519-376-9225
Email: deb@downtownowensound.ca
Website: downtownowensound.ca
Owen Sound will come alive with the 4th annual Streets Alive! Buskerfest. With a wide variety of local and regional performers, including musicians, dancers and professional street performers, there will be something for everyone. Free event!!
Welbeck Wood Expo
August 10, 2012 to August 11, 2012
Location: Welbeck Sawmill, 522598 Welbeck Road, West Grey
Closest Community: Durham
Phone: 519-369-2144
Email: sk@bmts.com
Website: www.welbecksawmill.com
9th Annual Welbeck Wood Expo at the Welbeck Sawmill. Includes lots of vendors, door prizes, and seminars about wood and wood products. Visit www.welbecksawmill.com and click on the Wood Expo link.
Adventure Day at Farmer's Pantry
August 11, 2012
Location: Farmer's Pantry, 788030 Grey Rd. # 13
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519-599-3691
Email: info@farmerspantry.com
Website: www.adventuredayfarmerspantry.weebly.com
We are bringing two worlds together! Rodeos and farming, come and try your hand at practice lassoing, pony rides through the orchard, rodeo speakers, snake presentations, Fur and Feather Sales, Blue Mountain Pony Club Yard Sales and lots more! Enjoy a snack from local Black Angus Meats shop or buy lunch from these guys who, trust me, know how to BBQ! Spend the day outside taking part in our special festivities or relax on one of the lawn chairs and watch as your friends and family do all the work! Buy tickets for the Blue Mountain Pony Club Fundraiser dinner and enjoy a fresh meal prepared by Black Angus Meats right here at the farm! Today will be RAIN OR SHINE!!!!!
Barn Dance Fundraiser for Bruce Trail Conservancy
August 11, 2012
Location: Rocklyn Creek Farm, Walters Falls
Closest Community: Kimberley
Contact: Steve
Phone: 519 538 2622
Catered picnic supper, Country music caller and dancing (BYOB and lawn chairs). Held at Barn of John Borden at Rocklyn Creek Farm, Walters Falls.
BBQ Fundraising Event
August 11, 2012
Location: Meaford Valu-Mart
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Janet Denton
Phone: 519-538-1311 ext 4208
Email: mghf@bellnet.ca
Website: http://www.mhfoundation.ca/
Come out and enjoy a delicious Hamburger or Hot Dog with cold drink. Cooked by your very own Meaford Hospital Foundation Board members. All items supplied by Bill MacDonald - Valu mart in support of your local hospital.
Go garage sale shopping at our very own Treasures in the Trunk sale.
Take a chance - Buy a 50/50 draw ticket to support Mammography Campaign - draw to take place at 2:00 pm on August 11, 2012.
Colleen Lantz Memorial Run 4 Youth
August 11, 2012
Location: Neustadt Arena
Closest Community: Neustadt
Contact: Maria L. Dunning
Phone: 519.799.5223
Email: run4youth@wightman.ca
Website: www.run4youth.ca
The Colleen Lantz Memorial Run 4 Youth Inc. is a not-for-profit organization committed to carrying on the dream of Colleen Lantz, a local runner from Neustadt, ON, by increasing the health and wellness of local communities while at the same time raising awareness and funds for local youth-oriented charitable organizations. This race offers runners and walkers a variety of challenge levels in a picturesque setting.
Wild Wonders at Blue
August 11, 2012 to August 12, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca
Visit Ontario's favourite pedestrian Village to take a trip around the world to meet and celebrate some of the planet’s most amazing creatures. From Africa to Europe, to right in your own back yard, these creatures have an important story to tell. Kids can explore the interactive Zoo Guts exhibit of endangered Canadian animals. Super Edutainment.
Visit www.bluemountainvillage.ca for more information.
Meet the Artists - Fifty+ Artists Redefined
August 12, 2012
Location: Town and Country Gallery, 235310 Grey Rd 13, Kimberley
Closest Community: Kimberley
Contact: Cathie Gellatly
Phone: 905-274-9365 or 519-800-8000
Email: c.a.gellatly@sympatico.ca
Website: www.townandcountrygallery.com
Enjoy meeting the artists of Grey County at the opening of their new show, featuring art work in various mediums, from the whimsical to the complex. Something to suit every taste and budget
Musical Theatre Camp with Dean Hollin
August 13, 2012 to August 24, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Meaford Hall Box Office
Phone: 877-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
Let entertainer/director/writer Dean Hollin and his talented staff give the little entertainer in your life a summer camp experience they won’t soon forget!
The session culminates during the final afternoon of camp with a live presentation on the beautiful, state-of-the-art Meaford Hall stage! This year’s session is entitled “Va-Va-Va-Vaudeville!” celebrating vaudeville’s magical theatrical reign of approximately fifty years, ending in the early 1930s.
All lunches and nutritional snacks are included, suitable for ages 8-14 “Va-Va-Va-Vaudeville!” presentation Friday August 24, 4pm tickets $10
“Survivorman” Les Stroud in Concert
August 15, 2012
Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Culutral Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Meaford Hall Box Office
Phone: 877-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: meafordhall.ca
Les Stroud is one of the most celebrated media figures of this generation! Add in his talent as a singer songwriter and you have a concert experience unlike any other!
OTHERfolk!
August 16, 2012
Location: The Roxy Theatre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Mudtown Records
Phone: 519.416.TOWN (8696)
Email: info@mudtownrecords.com
Website: www.otherfolk.com
Mudtown Records & The Roxy Theatre Present OTHERfolk! Thursday August 16, 2012 at 7:30 pm. Early Bird Festival All Access Pass $45 (includes The Roxy main stage performances and over 40 local venues). Get your tickets early - at door prices are $55!
The OTHERfolk 2012 main stage concert features Juno and Polaris Prize nominated trio Elliott Brood, CBC Radio’s Q ‘Friday Live’ guests Bruce Peninsula, and Pitchfork’s “Best of 2010” hometown heroes First Rate People.
Visit www.otherfolk.com for more info. Follow OTHERfolk on Facebook & Twitter. Book your tickets by calling (519) 371-2833 or 1 (888) 446-7699 or book online at www.ticketscene.ca/Roxy Wheelchair accessible/special needs seating must be booked through the box office. All seating is reserved. No Refunds
Owen Sound Museums Ghost Walk
August 16, 2012
Location: Marine & Rail Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nicole Gamble
Phone: 519-371-3333
Website: www.marinerail.com
Experience the dark side of Owen Sound's past on this walking tour of downtown, featuring haunted and historic buildings, grisly murders, and mysterious accidents.
This summer walks are scheduled for July 5, July 19 and August 16 at 4pm and 7pm. Starting locations are printed on the tickets.
Tickets are $5 per person for each walk and must be purchased in advance at the Marine & Rail Museum or Billy Bishop Home and Museum. Recommended age is 12 years. Spaces are limited so register early!
Starfest 2012
August 16, 2012 to August 19, 2012
Location: River Place Park, Ayton
Closest Community: Neustadt
Contact: Tony Ward
Email: starfest@nyaa.ca
Website: www.nyaa.ca
North York Astronomical Association invites you to attend its annual conference and star party. Starfest attracts over nine hundered astronomy enthusiast from all over. Activities include observing sessions, formal and informal slide presentations, commercial exhibits, and a children's program.
37th Annual Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival
August 17, 2012 to August 19, 2012
Location: Kelso Beach Park
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Roxanne Davidson
Phone: 519-371-2995
Email: gbfs@bmts.com
Website: www.summerfolk.org
At Summerfolk, you can 'feel the rhythm' of a festival that has been presenting the very best in folk music for three and a half decades. A beautiful site and friendly people create an energy that will envelop you at this, one of Canada's favourite folk festivals.
Many performances, see website for more details www.summerfolk.org.
Hanover Fall Fair
August 17, 2012 to August 19, 2012
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Hanover, Brent and Bentinck Agricultural Society
Phone: 519-364-4443
Website: www.hanoverraceway.com/fair.html
Lots of activities going on during the entire weekend. See lots of animal exhibits, a concert, lawn mower racing, magic shows and lots more! Visit the website for more information! Hope to see you at the Fair!
22nd Annual Thornbury Summer Antique Show
August 18, 2012 to August 19, 2012
Location: Beaver Valley Community Centre
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Connie Wills
Phone: 519-599-5017
Email: agsa@georgian.net
Website: www.FineArtandAntiques.ca
22nd Annual Thornbury Summer Antique Show in the air conditioned Beaver Valley Community Centre in Thornbury. This area's finest antiques event. Featuring 26 professional antiques dealers.
A Cirque-Tacular Event at Blue
August 18, 2012 to August 19, 2012
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Email: info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Website: www.bluemountainvillage.ca/events
Blue Mountain Village features unique, interactive outdoor shows with aerialists, dancers, acrobatics and physical artists. Plus live music, juggling, guided hiking, gondola rides, shopping & dining.
D.B. Murphy Mystery Walk
August 18, 2012
Location: Marine & Rail Museum
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Nicole Gamble
Phone: 519-371-3333
Website: www.marinerail.com
These walks are inspired by the D.B. Murphy novels by local author Richard Thomas. These books are set in the 1920s Owen Sound area and take the reader on an experience fill of adventure, mystery and humour.
The walks are a chance to visit sites from the books, such as the Manjuris or the City Cafe. You will have an opportunity to see how the locations have changed over the years, hear a bit more about the history of the buildings, and even revisit favourite scenes from the books. Each walk will leave at 10:30 am, cover a different route, and end at the Ginger Press where you can meet the author as well.
Tickets are $5 per person per walk and must be purchased in advance at the Marine & Rail Museum or Billy Bishop Home and Museum. Space is limited to register early!
Collingwood Music Festival West featuring Ragleela Sitar Trio
August 23, 2012
Location: Roxy Theatre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Phone: 519-371-2833
Website: www.ticketscene.ca/roxy
Award-winning Ragleela’s hallmark is the stirring blend of East Indian music with Western melodies. The sitar tells stories over densely woven guitar patterns, lush violin, Indian tablas and world percussion grooves, transporting world music lovers into exotic bliss. This is the first show of a two-part series entitled: Collingwood Music Festival West. The second part to this series is The Elmer Iseler Singers on August 24, 2012 Ragleela tickets: $25 Buy both concerts in the Collingwood Music Festival West Series for only $55! Wheelchair accessible/special needs seating must be booked through the box office, 519.371.2833 or 1.888.446.7699. Individual or series tickets can be purchased by phone through the box office, or purchased online at www.ticketscene.ca/roxy All seating is reserved. No Refunds.
154th Markdale Fall Fair
August 24, 2012 to August 26, 2012
Location: Centre Grey Recreation Complex Grounds King Edward Park, Walker St., Markdale
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: Taylor Smith
Phone: 519-924-2843
Email: smitty96@hotmail.ca
Website: www.markdalefallfair.ca
154th Markdale Fall Fair: Entries accepted Thursday evening and Friday until noon. Fair opens Friday evening with ambassador competition and baking auction. 4H calf and heavy horse shows Saturday. Light horse show and heavy horse pull Sunday. Blacksmith, wool dying, quilting, spinning, bobbin lace-making demonstrations all weekend. Live music in the afternoon Saturday and Sunday. Idol competition Saturday evening. Free bike draw for children. Quilt draw and silent auction and lots of exhibits and vendors. Info and fair book at markdalefallfair.ca.
Cedar Run Rodeo Weekend
August 24, 2012 to August 26, 2012
Location: Cedar Run Horse Park
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Phone: 519-599-3196
Email: info@cedarrun.ca
Website: www.cedarrun.ca
This western weekend is filled with fun & entertainment for the whole family! Join in for a Friday night street party in Thornbury, live International rodeo performances plus The RCMP Musical Ride both Saturday & Sunday. Don’t miss the Canadian Cowgirls, live music, a special kids zone and much more all weekend long at Cedar Run!
Collingwood Music Festival West featuring The Elmer Iseler Singers
August 24, 2012
Location: Roxy Theatre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Phone: 519-371-2833
Website: www.ticketscene.ca/roxy
Canada’s foremost professional chamber choir, The Elmer Iseler Singers, grace The Roxy’s stage for the first time. The program includes Mendelssohn’s Six Motets for Double Choir (op. 79), Schubert’s Standchen, Corlis’ Silent Dawn, Spirituals and a dazzling Celtic Suite. Known for their beauty of tone and interpretive range, this renowned choir is unforgettable. This is the second part of the two part Collingwood Music Festival West. The first show in the series is the Ragleela Sitar Trio on August 23, 2012. Tickets $35. Buy both concerts in the Collingwood Music Festival West Series for only $55! Book your tickets by calling (519) 371-2833 or 1 (888) 446-7699 or book online. Wheelchair accessible/special needs seating must be booked through the box office. All seating is reserved. No Refunds.
Walter's Falls Art Show & Sale
August 24, 2012 to August 26, 2012
Location: Walter's Falls Community Hall
Closest Community: Chatsworth
Website: waltersfallsartists.ca
Friday 7PM to 10 PM Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM
Dusk Dances
August 25, 2012 to August 28, 2012
Location: Flesherton Arena
Closest Community: Flesherton
Phone: 519-924-0322
Website: www.duskdances.ca
Grey Highlands audiences are sure to be charmed once again by the magic of Dusk Dances.
Peformers include:
-Throwdown Collective (Zhenya Cerneacov, Mairéad Filgate, Brodie Stevenson), with BoxSet – a fast-paced and acrobatic dance atop 4 wooden boxes]
-First Nation’s dancer and choreographer Santee Smith, with Kahawi – a piece celebrating the feminine spirit and Iroquoian traditions
-Kate Franklin and Meredith Thompson (Get on Board)
-Helen Jones (with the talent of Artemesia Dance)
Thornbury Yacht Club Sail for Hope
August 26, 2012
Location: Thornbury Yacht Club Tent
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519-941-2653
Email: stevefisher911@sympatico.ca
Website: www.thornburyyachtclub.com
THORNBURY YACHT CLUB & THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY team up for the 2012 SAIL FOR HOPE from the Thornbury Harbour. This annual fundraising event offers an afternoon of cruising the pristine waters of Georgian Bay with experienced TYC skippers on their power and sail boats. Afterwards guests will enjoy a delicious dinner at under a big tent at the harbour with old and new-found friends.
Time: 12:00 Noon – Boarding time 1:00 p.m. – Sail Time
Event Details: 3 – 4 hour cruise through the waters of Southern Georgian Bay. Casual dinner to follow.
Groups: Boats are available to accommodate 1 – 4 guests.
Registration Fee: $75.00 per person $35.00 per child 12 yrs and under
A tax receipts are available at a value of$50 for adult tickets and $10 for children’s tickets and will be issued in parent’s name (A complete address is required). A full tax receipt is available for additional voluntary donations.
Craigleith Heritage Depot Lecture Series
August 27, 2012
Location: Council Chambers, Town Hall, 32 Mill ST. Thornburry
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Suzanne Purdy
Phone: 705-444-2601
Email: spurdy@thebluemountains.ca
Website: www.thebluemountains.ca
Dr. Bill Fitzgerald: 15th Century Archaeological Sites of Clarksburg
$10 per Couple $65 Year Pass *Museum members receive 10% discount
Leisa Way’s Rhinestone Cowgirl
August 30, 2012
Location: Roxy Theatre
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Website: www.ticketscene.ca/roxy
The Roxy and Country 93 Present Hats Off Country Tribute Series A toe-tapping tribute to Dolly, Way erupts onto the stage in a flurry of feathers, fringe and finery. This is the first show of a three part series entitled "Hats Off Country Tribute Series" The second and third parts are entitled "Honky Tonk Girl, The Legend of Loretta Lynn" and " Leisa Way's Country Jukebox" Buy all concerts in the Hats Off Country Tribute Series for only $85! Book your tickets by calling (519) 371-2833 or 1 (888) 446-7699 or book online
A Blue Moon Concert: David Sereda with Keira McArthur
August 31, 2012
Location: Tone Yoga, 900 1st Ave W
Closest Community: Owen Sound
It's the Blue Moon. Come to listen, but there will be lots of songs to sing along with too. Keira McArthur joins in on cello and harmony vocals. Tickets $15 at the door.