The front stairs at Victoria Jubilee Hall are a step closer to being updated, thanks to a personal $3,000 donation from Rhonda and Fred Waechter. The steps have stood the test of time, but after almost a century, are in need of replacement – a $40,000 project. From the left, top row, are Bob McCullo
Arts & Entertainment
Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story returns to Wingham
Pictured is My Face In The Light author Martha Schabas at the Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story on June 4 at the Maitland River Community Church in Wingham. Schabas was one of six participating authors who hosted a variety of book readings and master classes during the three-day festival, whic
IN PHOTOS – Listowel School of Dance returns to stage with ‘Frozen’
The Listowel School of Dance wrapped up its 2021-22 season with its year-end recital “Frozen,” which took place at Listowel District Secondary School on June 4-5. Pictured are select highlights of the show.
Karli June talks life, love and hectic summer ahead
The last several months have truly been life-altering for Listowel-born country singer-songwriter Karli June.
Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol welcomes ‘Speaking of Democracy’ travelling exhibit
The Huron County Museum is pleased to welcome Speaking of Democracy, a travelling exhibit from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, on display at the Museum until July 10.
Listowel School of Dance returns to live competitions
The dancers and staff from the Listowel School of Dance (LSOD) are back with a bang, attending their first two live events in over two years this past April.
Inaugural ‘Art Hunt’ set for June 11
Finders keepers! Local artists and art lovers take note – an upcoming event scheduled for Listowel and the surrounding area has many benefits for both sides of the coin. It also promises to be a lot of fun as well.
Hanover Community Players preparing for production of ‘Oliver!’ in December
Two audition sessions, one session of call backs, and the Hanover Community Players (HCP) musical production of Oliver!, and its cast is almost complete with 33 people assigned to various roles and ensembles, with more to come.
Hanover Community Players announce winner of 50/50 raffle
The Hannover Community Players have drawn the name of the lucky winner of its online 50/50 cash raffle for May. Iris Richardson (right) was the lucky winner of $355. She recently received her prize from Marg Poste, past chair of the Hanover Community Players. Proceeds of the online 50/50 raffle will
Local author Cindy Matthews to launch first book July 1 in Cargill
Cindy Matthews, educator, artist, and former Herald-Times columnist, has a new title – book author.
New Millennium Quilters Guild hosts ‘Making Memories’ 2022 quilt show
The New Millennium Quilters Guild holds a quilt show every four years. The show at the Mildmay-Carrick Community Centre on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 was well worth waiting for.
Walkerton Rotary helps put the ‘active’ into reading activities
The Rotary Club has contributed three new “Story Journeys” to the Bruce County Library system.
Walkerton Kinsmen ‘step’ up to help Victoria Jubilee Hall
Connecting a solution to a need is what the Walkerton Kinsmen do best.
David Connolly made Broadway history, now advocates for inclusion in the arts
David Connolly danced on Broadway to launch a professional career that has included performing around the globe and directing and choreographing shows for some of North America’s top theatrical companies and major television networks.
Plenty of activities at Walkerton library in June
Story Time returns in-person at the Walkerton library every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. Join library staff for this fun preschool program where we will help build early literacy skills with your child by reading, singing, and playing together, suitable for ages 0 – 4.
