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.
Arts & Entertainment
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
Sistema Walkerton students play year-end concert for parents and family
Sistema Walkerton hosted a year-end concert on the stage of Victoria Jubilee Hall on June 16.
Good to be back at VJH: Jim Witter has audience ‘Feelin’ Groovy’
The crowd that filled Victoria Jubilee Hall on Saturday, June 18, almost to capacity was delighted to be back after two years of COVID – and even more delighted to enjoy Jim Witter’s show, “Feelin’ Groovy.”
Drayton Entertainment artistic director Alex Mustakas awarded Meritorious Service Medal
Alex Mustakas, founding and current artistic director of Drayton Entertainment, has been awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (Civil Division).
Enjoy a summer of fun in Cargill
Cargill promises to be a busy place this summer, with festivities beginning on the Canada Day weekend.
Waetchers make donation to Victoria Jubilee Hall project
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
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.
