LISTOWEL – The first full weekend of Paddyfest proved to be the social engagement so many people are looking for these days. For many, Paddyfest is their first large event in two years, and the energy reflected it over the weekend’s three events.
Arts & Entertainment
Huron Hygge wins national marketing award
Huron County Economic Development’s tourism and marketing team has won the 2021 Marketing Canada Award from the Economic Developer’s Association of Canada (EDAC) for the 2021 Huron Hygge program.
Scaled-back Paddyfest 2022 kicked off March 5
LISTOWEL – It may not be ‘North America’s largest Irish festival’ this time around, but the important thing is Paddyfest has returned.
Blyth Festival’s 2022 season returns to the Harvest Stage
The Blyth Festival returns once again to present its 2022 season outdoors on the beautiful new Harvest Stage. Four Canadian productions will run in succession from June to September.
March Break Broadway Boot Camps running in person
Calling all theatre fans ages nine to 18! Have fun and meet new friends during five days of performing arts training at Drayton Entertainment’s popular March Break Broadway Boot Camps, which will be held in-person at the brand-new Youth Academy.
Bruce County Public Library pilots borrow-by-mail service
The Bruce County Public Library is piloting a free borrow-by-mail service to community members who cannot visit a library branch for reasons relating to limited mobility or health concerns. Use of this new service may be time-limited or ongoing, depending on the specific needs of the borrower.
A&R Music celebrates Heritage Week with special window display
The Heritage Week (Feb. 21-27) music display in the window of A&R Music in Walkerton will be up for the rest of this week.
NWMO makes large donation to Bruce County Library’s bookmobile campaign
The Bruce County Public Library is now closer than ever to bringing their bookmobile project to Bruce County residents, thanks to a generous donation of $50,000 from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO).
Local senior sends letter of praise to North Huron council
A self-described senior and long-time resident of Wingham recently sent a heartfelt letter to North Huron council thanking them for their continued support and maintenance of the Alice Munro Library.
Local author documents Huron County’s many hockey accomplishments
According to David Scott, Huron County has been producing some of hockey’s top athletes and coaches for over a century.
Kin Paddyfest 2022 quickly taking shape
With a glimmer of spring on the horizon in addition to some pandemic-related restrictions set to loosen, many locals are starting to ask the million-dollar question with March right around the corner.
New art exhibits open at Bruce County museum
This winter, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites everyone to experience two new and exciting art exhibitions, Re:Collections (until April 2) and Hope and Healing (Feb. 14 - March 31).
Drayton Entertainment announces new ‘Backstage Pass’ digital series
Drayton Entertainment is hoping to keep audiences connected and entertained amid another shutdown with its digital streaming series Backstage Pass.
Teeswater family appears on Family Feud Canada
Locally known for their musical talents and step dancing skills, the Ballagh family will soon be known across the nation, as they will appear on an episode of Family Feud Canada this week.
Bruce County Library’s bookmobile project due to launch in 2022
Brooke McLean, director of the Bruce County Library, told Brockton council that the long-awaited bookmobile project is close to completion.
