The Bruce County Public Library Walkerton Branch will host Debbie Schenk’s dynamic art until July 15.
Arts & Entertainment
Art Hunt 2.0 set for June 24
Following the success of the inaugural Art Hunt last year in Listowel and the surrounding area, the second edition is now ready to go later this month. And the ‘finders keepers’ rule is still very much in effect.
Alice Munro Festival well attended through weekend
One underlying aspect once again brought many visitors to Blyth, Wingham and Bayfield on June 2-4 – and that is a deep love of both reading and writing.
Barn Dance Campout draws big crowds in Blyth
The 25th and final Barn Dance Jamboree and Campout in Blyth was a big success, according to Gord Baxter.
Hanover Community Players gearing up for production of ‘Matilda’
Summer is coming and things are winding down on the Hanover Community Players (HCP) stage, but that doesn’t mean that efforts have stopped.
‘Reunion Two… I do! I do!’ a triumph for County Towne Players
What do you get when you take an artfully-crafted script and delightful characters, and spice it up with witty localisms and some really unexpected plot twists? Great entertainment!
North Perth Public Library hosts first Youth Poetry Contest
The North Perth Public Library (NPPL) hosted its first Youth Poetry Contest on April 18 at the Listowel Library Branch in celebration of National Poetry Month.
Local author releases second book, REFLECTIONS
Reflecting on your past can rouse some serious emotions. From pure joy to utter sadness and every emotion in between, our past has a way of truly shaping us, whether we like it or not.
Sistema Walkerton receives donation from local insurance company
Trillium Mutual Insurance recently announced a $2,000 donation to Sistema Walkerton though its ROOTS Community Fund.
What’s happening at the library?
Spring is here and the Bruce County Public Library is getting ready for warmer days. The library is always busy, and April was no exception.
Spirit in the Sky gospel show fills St. Paul’s with music
It started as a plan to raise funds for Saugeen Hospice – a gospel show, by local musicians, at St. Paul’s United Church. That was before COVID put a lot of things on hold.
Amanda Rheaume thrills Victoria Jubilee Hall crowd
Amanda Rheaume “rang the bell” at Victoria Jubilee Hall Saturday night, April 22, in more ways than one.
‘You Should Know Better’ comedy tour coming to Wingham
It’s been said often that laughter is the best medicine. And if David Green has his way, those attending the ‘You Should Know Better’ comedy tour’s stop at the Wingham Legion on Saturday, May 13 will leave well medicated that night.
‘If you don’t notice it, I’ve done my job well’
When it comes to movies and television shows, there are several cogs that make the machine work – the actors, directors, makeup, soundtrack, sets and writing – but one of the often forgotten and underappreciated cogs is props.
Drayton Entertainment’s ‘American Son’ opens season with riveting look at racism
Drayton Entertainment begins the 2023 season at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse with a production that is different from the usual fare of musicals and comedies.
