The easiest way to explain what the Blyth Festival Theatre’s rendition of Cottagers and Indians is about is that it is about wild rice, or manoomin, which translates to “the good seed” from the Ojibway language.
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Summer fun continues at Walkerton, Cargill libraries
The summer fun continues in August at the Walkerton and Cargill branches of the Bruce County Public Library.
Victoria Jubilee Hall history on display at Bruce County Museum
Several historical items from Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) will be on display this summer at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre.
Famed Listowel musician returns for July 26 concert
Sarah Pratt-Parsamian makes her return to Listowel for the Summer Concert, brought to the community by the Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA). On July 26 at 7 p.m., the concert will be staged at the Listowel Memorial Park Amphitheatre and is free, though donations are accepted.
Local dancers compete at North American Irish Dance Championships
Three Walkerton dancers recently returned from competing at the North American Irish Dance Championships in Montreal.
Jimmy Keys entertains in Mildmay
The incomparable Jimmy Keys treated his Mildmay audience to a hilarious show filled with music, fun and glitter. The July 8 performance at the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Centre was hosted by the Rotary Club of Mildmay. Keys, a gifted musician and comedian, is familiar to area audiences, having perfo
Art in the Park
North Perth EarlyON’s Art in the Park program at the Atwood Lions Park pavilion was the spot to be for creative tykes on Thursday morning, July 7. Art in the Park, in addition to many other EarlyON programs, runs weekly throughout the summer in Monkton and Atwood; more details can be found at northp
Hanover Community Players production underway
The Hanover Community Players have begun working on their December production with introductions, costume measurements and a read through for Oliver! – a major Broadway musical geared to add to the thrill of being in the newly renovated Hanover Civic Theatre. It’s an extremely large undertaking and
Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre opens new diorama in honour of 80th anniversary of the Second World War
In honour of the 80th anniversary of the Second World War, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) has unveiled a new, finely detailed diorama depicting the major ways Canada contributed to the war effort.
PLAY REVIEW: Drayton Entertainment’s ‘Buying the Farm’ brings the country charm
The second show of the season at the Drayton Festival Theatre is a celebration of the theatre’s rural setting. Buying the Farm is a three-actor show that touches on some of the issues that modern farmers are dealing with right now.
Wanted: Volunteer actors for Huron Historic Gaol’s ‘Behind the Bars’ tours
Behind the Bars is making its return to the Huron Historic Gaol this summer and the Gaol is currently seeking volunteers to help portray former inmates for this popular event.
PLAY REVIEW: Blyth Festival Theatre presents ‘The Drawer Boy,’ again
The Drawer Boy is a story about stories. So, what’s not to like for a storyteller like myself?
Walkerton, Cargill libraries offering plenty of activities this summer
Looking for something to do this summer? Join us at the Bruce County Public Library Walkerton and Cargill branches for a fun summer of reading and weekly activities.
REVIEW: Drayton Entertainment production ‘Mamma Mia!’ is a rollicking good time
After more than two years of closures due to COVID, all the venues of Drayton Entertainment are opening up again with a slate of crowd favourites. The popular ABBA musical, Mamma Mia!, kicks off the season at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse and what a fun start to the season!
Whiskey Jack performs in Wingham
The Huron Waves Music Festival kicked off its calendar of live events earlier this month at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre. On June 12, Whiskey Jack – the backup band of Stompin’ Tom Connors – took to the stage with special guest Marie Bottrell, and Brian and Suzie Good. Pictured on stage are, from l
