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SUMMARY:Yukon Gold Folk Club: Upcoming Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Yukon Gold Folk Club is a concert series that presents small-scale performances by independent songwriters for engaged audiences. Hosting story-forward music in an environment where active listening is held in high esteem\, YGFC is a pop-up listening room in downtown Guelph. \nEmbracing a progressive and expansive interpretation of “Folk\,” YGFC prioritizes story over style\, puts community before commodity\, and eschews strict genre categories in favour of a story well-told. \nIf you would like to attend\, volunteer\, or suggest an artist\, please email yukongoldfolkclub@gmail.com to connect. \nThe April 22 Show: \nVenue: Sally Wismer Gallery\, Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham St N Suite 22B\, Guelph\, ON N1H 7T8 \nDoors: 7pm \nMusic: 7:30pm \nTickets ($25/Sliding scale) can be purchased here. \nThe Yukon Gold Folk Club sprouts anew with a 2026 season of concerts!\nIn the spirit of Spring\, we’re presenting two songwriters who will inspire you to consider change\, and the balance of grief and excitement that it can hold: Alex Blue and Rebekah Hawker. \nAlex Blue (she/her) is a Jewish-Mexican folk singer-songwriter from Aurora\, CO. With a diverse range of influences spanning from Fleetwood Mac and Joni Mitchell to Shawn Colvin\, Patty Griffin\, and Gaby Moreno\, Alex’s music carries echoes of nostalgia intertwined with contemporary storytelling. Her unique blend of folk songwriting and pop-inspired melodies sets her songs apart. As a neurodivergent artist\, she brings a unique perspective to her songwriting\, exploring her inner world as a landscape of its own.\nimalexbluenow.com \nRebekah Hawker is an Ontario-based folk-americana songwriter and storyteller. One of ten kids raised in Barrie\, ON\, she brings the warmth\, wit\, and honesty of her big-family upbringing to every performance and song. With banter that’s one part kitchen-table conversation and one part stand-up comedy\, her storytelling draws you in and leads you on a journey of honest intention.\nrebekahhawker.com
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/yukon-gold-folk-club-upcoming-performance/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T203000
DTSTAMP:20260331T181819Z
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SUMMARY:The Plot Thickens- Vocamus Writers Workshops
DESCRIPTION:The Plot Thickens 1 & 2 APRIL 21st/MAY 5th\nBy Peter Szabo\nHave a story idea but aren’t sure how to shape it into a complete plot? This two-part\,\nhands-on workshop is designed for writers who want clear\, practical guidance on how to\nturn their ideas into a plot that works. You’ll learn the foundations of storytelling—\ntheme\, setting\, point of view\, and genre—along with how to define your main characters’\ngoals\, challenges\, and stakes. You’ll use these foundations to create a simple\, flexible\nplot outline and understand what makes story arcs and scenes work. You’ll apply\neverything to your own short story through guided exercises\, with assignments reviewed\nin Part 2 (attending both sessions is strongly recommended).\nPrerequisite: Bring a story idea. \nThe 2026 Vocamus Writers Workshops: a series of workshops inspired by community\nand provided by local artists and editors for all writers at any stage of their craft.\nThe workshops are designed to:\n•adopt or further with innovative tools and sources an even more consistent writing\npractice\n•help participants relate to and better understand the characteristics of diverse genres\,\nsuch as poetry and nonfiction\n•understand the urgency of personal narratives in this day and age\n•be more resourceful and creative when facing stagnation or the dreaded blank page\n•discovering the intersectionality of diverse arts when adopting and improving a writing\npractice\n•create a plan to promote their work after finishing their manuscripts\n*and the opportunity for all of the above to converge into your next piece of writing.\nAll the Vocamus Writers Community Workshops will be provided at Vocamus Press: In\nthe adjacent building of First Baptist Church\, located on 255 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, ON\nN1H 3V8\nRegistration details: Send an email to vocamuswriterscommunity@gmail.com to\nregister for the specific workshop that you are interested in participating before the\nworkshop’s unique registration deadline.\nThat’s all! Registration is PWYC ($15 suggested).\n-To be paid at the time of the workshop. Please bring cash.-
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-plot-thickens-vocamus-writers-workshops/
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162037Z
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SUMMARY:Lynn Dykstra joins Royal City Quilters for Scrappy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Using Up the Bits: How to Organize AND USE Your Scraps and Ideas into Ready-to-go Quilt Designs\n\nInstructor: Lynn Dykstra\nCost: $ 41\nNo additional costs\nDate: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm [Eastern]\nLocation: Online via Zoom\nWebsite: https://kleinmeisjequilts.blogspot.com/ \nRegistration opens to non-members on October 1. Please visit https://rcqg.square.site/ to sign up. \nVirtual Workshop Description\nScrap quilting is a wonderful way to express your own personal sense of style and color preferences. We will be using scraps of fabrics you chose for no other reason than you have the fabric. These scraps will be from leftovers of quilts you have already made\, fabric you bought because it was Wonderful! On Sale! Appealing for whatever reason! And maybe from gift fabric others gave to you that you have no clue what to do with. Add in some scraps you gather from friends and you will have gathered AND USE fabrics that reflect you more than any planned quilt would do. \nInstructor Bio\nLynn Dykstra has been quilting since childhood thanks to having a mother who encouraged nurturing that creative side. An active blogger since 2015\, she shares patterns and ideas and encourages others to adapt them. \nShe served as Illinois Quilters Inc. as  president for three terms. \nLynn is a nurse and teaches at Northern Illinois University. \nShe grew up on a farm in Iowa which she continues to manage with her sisters. \nLynn and her husband of 40 years are empty nesters and live in the west loop of Chicago.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/lynn-dykstra-joins-royal-city-quilters-for-scrappy-workshop/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Quilters Guild":MAILTO:president@royalcityquiltersguild.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T112827Z
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UID:50383-1776340800-1776344400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Talk with RJ Ramrattan
DESCRIPTION:Join the AGG Volunteer Association on Thursday\, April 16 at 12 pm for a talk with RJ Ramrattan\, General Manager of Canadian Arctic Producers (CAP). Hear firsthand about the impact of Canadian Arctic Producers and the powerful connection between art\, culture\, and community.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/volunteer-talk-with-rj-ramrattan/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162037Z
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UID:46062-1776193200-1776198600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Bethanne Nemesh speaks at Royal City Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:Walk A Creative Path\nBethanne’s journey as an art quilter from her beginnings making traditional quilts\, then branching out into pattern manipulation\, to her current pictographic silk art quilts is explored with a slide presentation.  Bethanne will explore how her silk quilts come to be\, from initial sketches\, paintings\, photography to final creation and finish details.  Additionally\, Bethanne discusses how any quilter can learn to recognize inspiration and document and organize it to facilitate quilt design through sharing her own techniques and sketchbooks in this funny guild pleaser. \nVisit https://rcqg.square.site to purchase a $10 guest pass. You may credit this purchase towards your membership fee later. \n\nBethanne’s Bio\nBethanne Nemesh is a classically trained artist with degrees in Art and Art Therapy…but more importantly…she has been mastering the art of free motion machine quilting for over 23 years! She has extensively shown her quilts and has been honored to win many major awards in all levels of national and international quilting. Her deepest love is teaching. \nBethanne’s website: https://whitearborquilting.com/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/bethanne-nemesh-speaks-at-royal-city-quilters-guild/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Quilters Guild":MAILTO:president@royalcityquiltersguild.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115035Z
CREATED:20260408T115035Z
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UID:50417-1776191400-1776198600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Art of Observation: An Evening of Collage and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:This is a free event but space is limited. Email lisa@onethousandtress.com to reserve your spot by April 10th. Questions regarding the event can be directed to the above email.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-art-of-observation-an-evening-of-collage-and-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Literary,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115438Z
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UID:50420-1776004200-1776011400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Saplings Kid Club
DESCRIPTION:This is a free event but space is limited. Email lisa@onethousandtress.com to reserve your spot. Questions regarding the event can be directed to the above email.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/saplings-kid-club/
CATEGORIES:Children,Literary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T220000
DTSTAMP:20260310T170637Z
CREATED:20260310T170506Z
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UID:50052-1775930400-1775944800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Brush Battle\, Guelph Tool Library
DESCRIPTION:Organized by Guelph Tool Library \nBrush Battle is a fast-paced live painting competition where local artists go head-to-head to create a work of art in just 25 minutes! Over three rounds\, artists will compete for a cash prize. After each round\, art will be up for sale via a silent auction. \nThe event will feature a cash bar\, exciting door prizes\, and the chance to bid on art and gift baskets from local businesses. \nMore info and tickets here.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/brush-battle-guelph-tool-library/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T153000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162036Z
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UID:46102-1775901600-1775921400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Community Mingle with Royal City Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:In-person Mingles run from 10 am to 3:30 pm allowing time and space for plenty of in-person interactions. \nEach Mingle provides in-person access to a variety of programs within the Guild including community outreach projects and guild quilt racks so you can photograph large quilts for Show and Share. \nRCQG members may also book a time slot during an upcoming Mingle to use our GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutter by Accuquilt.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/community-mingle-with-royal-city-quilters-guild-3/
LOCATION:Royal Canadian Legion\, 57 Watson Parkway\, S\, Guelph\, N1L 0H8
CATEGORIES:Interactive,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Quilters Guild":MAILTO:president@royalcityquiltersguild.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T213000
DTSTAMP:20251203T141314Z
CREATED:20251203T141314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T141314Z
UID:48537-1775764800-1775770200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Lilt of Laughter\, Trace of Tears
DESCRIPTION:Lilt of Laughter\, Trace of Tears is a one-man show featuring an array of charming Irish characters who find themselves in amusing situations. Meet Fiddler O’Flaherty\, The Widow O’Donnell\, The Big and Little Jimmies\, Devlin Haggerty\, Johnnie Drainey\, Terrible Tom O’Malley\, and even the cat\, Frances O’Feline. The show uses the pure power of storytelling to transport audiences to a different place and time. “Sure is well known the whole of the world would be Irish if it could.” — Fiddler O’Flaherty \nNo\, you don’t need to be Irish to enjoy this show. Themes of love\, life\, laughter\, and hope are woven into every tale\, making for an hour of laughter and laughter-tears. \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/lilt-of-laughter-trace-of-tears/
LOCATION:River Run Centre
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="River Run Centre":MAILTO:info@riverrun.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T000000
DTSTAMP:20260331T180752Z
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UID:50340-1775606400-1780185600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:How We Used To Feel\, Jen Prior
DESCRIPTION:In How We Used To Feel\, Jen Prior builds a room at the threshold between memory and longing; painting the body as shelter\, nature as witness\, and light as the oldest form of belonging. \nLarge immersive works rendered in luminous washes and primitive mark\, her figures do not perform emotion\, they pull it out from the viewer. \nThese are feelings that are waiting to be remembered. \nThe opening reception is April 8th from 6-9pm\, and the exhibition will be up for display from April 8th to the end of May. Opening night will be an immersive experience for the community with sounds\, feelings\, sculptural works and large paintings you can immerse yourself into.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/how-we-used-to-feel-jen-prior/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113230Z
CREATED:20260408T113230Z
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UID:50063-1775590200-1775590200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Jazz Society Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Free show April 7th at Brothers Brewing (7:30pm) \nMade up of 19 local musicians and vocalists aged 16 to 65\, The Guelph Jazz Society Big Band is built on collaboration\, with members working together to shape the sound. Run by the Guelph Jazz Society (founded in 2024)\, the group brings together different voices\, skill levels\, and generations\, creating not just music\, but a community. \nLearn more here
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-jazz-society-big-band/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260403T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260403T230000
DTSTAMP:20260310T170309Z
CREATED:20260310T170309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T170309Z
UID:50045-1775246400-1775257200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Lucid Frequencies
DESCRIPTION:Ed Video Media Arts Centre and Silence invite you to Lucid Frequencies\, a joint fundraising event featuring Electronic music and live Analog Visuals. With performances by Bodywaltz\, SLEDD and Transstar\, as well as the tastiest non-alcoholic beverages Guelph has to offer\, this will truly be an evening to remember! \nTicket prices for advance purchase start at $25.00/person and for $45.00\, include a limited edition Tote Bag! For those buying tickets at the door\, the cost is $30.00 per person\, and $50.00 to include the Tote Bag.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/lucid-frequencies/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260331T181426Z
CREATED:20260331T181426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T181426Z
UID:50344-1774944000-1774976400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:How the Light Gets In: The Rainbow Chorus
DESCRIPTION:The Rainbow Chorus is excited to present: How the Light Gets In our spring concert weaves together songs of love\, loss\, and light. At its heart is the strength and beauty of connection: the courage found in deep friendship. The music reminds us that there is light in all of us\, no matter where we’ve been or what we’ve been through. When things fall apart\, it’s often our community that helps gather the pieces and keeps our light burning. Our spring concert is a message of hope and love\, because even on our darkest days\, we sing!\n\nSat 5/9/26 2:00pm to 3:30pm\nSat 5/9/26 7:30pm to 9:00pm\n\nHarcourt Memorial United Church\, 87 Dean Avenue\, Guelph\, ON\n\n25.00 to 25.00–Students pay $15\, Children under 12 are free\n\nMore info here
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/how-the-light-gets-in-the-rainbow-chorus/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260310T143551Z
CREATED:20260310T143551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T143551Z
UID:50035-1774695600-1774717200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Print's Not Dead
DESCRIPTION:‘Print’s Not Dead’ print fair aims to connect local printmakers and our community in an accessible\, creative space. \nSale and show will be held in a more accessible space\, Ground Floor Arts\, 112 Wyndham St N. Wyndham Art’s new classroom\, gallery\, and multi-use studio space \n‘Print’s Not Dead’ is a community event. Admission is free & all ages welcome. \nA gallery show will be held alongside the Print Fair\, from March 12th – 29th\, featuring print artwork from the vendors \nSaturday\, March 28nd\, 11-5pm\, 2026\, @ 112 Wyndham St N (Ground Floor Arts)
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/prints-not-dead/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Art Sales,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260310T154456Z
CREATED:20260310T154456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T154456Z
UID:50044-1774692000-1774710000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Seedy Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Seedy Saturday 2026\nSaturday\, March 28⋅10:00am – 3:00pm\n\n\n\nJoin the Guelph Tool Library for Seedy Saturday\, presented by Yorklands Green Hub and the Guelph Seed Library\nCheck out their Instagram for more details.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/seedy-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Families,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260120T190824Z
CREATED:20260120T190824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T190824Z
UID:49362-1774623600-1774630800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Youth Art Club
DESCRIPTION:Queer Youth Art Club\n3:00 to 5:00 p.m. | Free | No Registration Required\n\nQueer and trans youth (13-18) across the region are invited to the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery for a free\, casual drop-in creative space on the fourth Friday of every month! This new initiative at the gallery is led by queer and trans facilitators\, aiming to offer a safe container for teens to connect with their queer peers over creative interests and free refreshments! Bring your own project or use our art supplies to create artworks of your own.\n\n2026 dates: March 27\, April 24\n \nhttps://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1030
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/queer-youth-art-club-4/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260310T141908Z
CREATED:20260310T141908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T141908Z
UID:49996-1774551600-1774558800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Image Makers
DESCRIPTION:The Image Makers is a free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who are dedicated to the craft of moving imagery\, with a particular focus on lighting design. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this month’s session\, our goal is to light and shoot an eerie walking ghost scene inspired by the 2001 Japanese horror film\, Kairo (also known as Pulse) . \nWhile no formal instruction is provided\, this session is a great chance to meet new collaborators\, try new techniques\, push one another to new levels\, and keep skills fresh. \nPlease email workshops@edvideo.org with any questions and/or accessibility concerns.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-image-makers-16/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T000000
DTSTAMP:20260316T141151Z
CREATED:20260316T141151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T141151Z
UID:50170-1774483200-1774569600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Free 16mm Direct Animation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Mia Buono and other Guelph community members for a one-of-a-kind workshop where you’ll animate by hand on 16mm film to create your own short stop-motion piece. Perfect for beginners\, families\, emerging artists\, and anyone looking to explore hands-on\, non-digital animation techniques. \nMore information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/16mm-direct-animation-workshop-tickets-1981769238139
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/free-16mm-direct-animation-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260310T174228Z
CREATED:20260310T173809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T174228Z
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SUMMARY:Guelph MFA Open Studios 2026
DESCRIPTION:Guelph for MFA Open Studios 2026MFA Open Studios is a free event open to the public where you can meet and greet the University of Guelph MFA students\, see their current projects in their studios\, and attend the Studio Art Lecture in Contemporary Art.Open Studios is on Wednesday March 25\, 2026. The event will run from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-mfa-open-studios-2026/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260226T185039Z
CREATED:20260226T184633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185039Z
UID:49888-1774449000-1774454400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Death in Reverse: Performance in Precarious Times
DESCRIPTION:Death in Reverse: Performance in Precarious Times\nKate Story and Ryan Kerr\nMarch 25 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\nImprovLab (Mackinnon Building Room 108)\nUniversity of Guelph\nFree\n\nOn March 25\, 2026\, artists Kate Story and Ryan Kerr will visit ImprovLab to share what it means to create meaningful work within conditions of precarity\, and on the unusual\, often improvised ways artists find to stay connected with audiences. They will share experiences from curating a contemporary theatre piece marked by setbacks: limited funding\, collaborative challenges\, shifting resources – while also finding unexpected forms of support through local politics\, partnerships\, and community networks. Reflecting on “Project Baroness\, ”they will also consider festival and DIY theatre\, arts and “non-arts’’ collaborations\, residency models\, and the fragile balance between fundraising and public funding that shapes small-scale performance ecosystems. “As Death in Reverse made its way toward the stage\, our work continually evoked echoes of DADA-era New York: periods of conflict\, displacement\, authoritarian tightening\, censorship\, and the suppression of movements for racial\, gender\, and LGBTQ2IA+ justice. Artists may have been worn down by their circumstances\, yet they continued to create. This conversation invites us to sit with those parallels—and with the quiet insistence of art that persists.” \nFull listing here.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/death-in-reverse-performance-in-precarious-times/
CATEGORIES:Interactive,Performance,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260310T145106Z
CREATED:20260310T145106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T145106Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk | Frances Thomas: On Process
DESCRIPTION:Join the Art Gallery of Guelph for a candid conversation with artist Frances Thomas\, who will discuss her works in the two-artist touring exhibition Ron Shuebrook & Frances Thomas: In Conversation. Learn about her uncommon artistic career and the influences\, ideas\, and questions that have shaped her practice. Co-presented with the AGG Volunteer Association\, this talk will run from 12 – 12:45 pm with questions and refreshments to follow. \nMar 24.2026\, 12:00pm – 1:00pm \nLocation: 358 Gordon Street
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/artist-talk-frances-thomas-on-process/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T140000
DTSTAMP:20260312T161325Z
CREATED:20260219T150920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T161325Z
UID:49722-1774188000-1774188000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Music of the Night: The Concert Tour
DESCRIPTION:Music Of The Night: The Concert Tour\nA Celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber \nThis nationally celebrated concert production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s greatest songs\, finally comes to the River Run Centre on March 22nd at 2:00pm! \nExperience the magic of his musicals like never before! Featuring a live band and an incredible cast of powerful singers\, this unforgettable show brings to life Webber’s most iconic theatrical music – including selections from The Phantom of the Opera\, Evita\, Cats\, Jesus Christ Superstar\, Sunset Boulevard\, and more! \nFurther information/video/and tickets at\nwww.musicofthenight.live \nor via River Run Centre Box Office\nhttps://riverrun.ca/whats-on/music-of-the-night-the-concert-tour/ \nPricing: $47.85 – $60.03 CAD (plus taxes) = $55 – $69\nLowest price available for ECONOMY RELIEF if in need. \nWARNING:  This production includes the use of haze\, fog and some flashing lights.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/music-of-the-night-the-concert-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260226T175958Z
CREATED:20260226T175958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T175958Z
UID:49879-1773514800-1773514800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Variety Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:The second instalment of SketcHub is a talent-packed variety show!\n\nComedy legend Suzanne Paquin performing stand-up on the mic.\n\nRob Lewin is back with his hilarious and excellent hand at solo sketches. Bringing some favourites and some new material.\n\nKevin Nunn\, Justin Turgeon and Nick Rintche of the Friendly Heretics have brand spankin new sketches and maybe a throwback to a favourite.\n\nMarch 14th\, Doors: 7pm\, Show: 7:30pm\nSilence\, 46 Essex Street\n\nPay what you can!\nBring cash to buy tickets at the door\,\nUntil they sell out!\n\nWe will also have the major treat of local duo @sugar.syndicate handing out samples and selling bags of their killer candy and snacks!\n\n—-\n\nAs always\, if you want to be in a show we will get you into a show! Performers\, writers\, techs and more. Send us a message and let’s have some fun. Mentoring and teaching are available.\n\nAwesome artwork is by @marcelaecheverrioc
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/variety-comedy-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260310T174513Z
CREATED:20260310T174513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T174513Z
UID:50061-1773513000-1773522000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Maawnjidyang Maa : We Come Together Here – Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by Guelph Civic Museum \nMarch 14 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm @ Guelph Civic Museum \nAll are welcome to celebrate the opening of Maawnjidyang Maa : We Come Together Here\, an exhibition curated by the Decolonizing Place Narratives Research Collective. Experience the exhibition along with performances by Manitou Makwa Singers (Spirit Bear Singers)\, a hand drum group featuring Val King and her seven children from Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation\, and video projections of Rene Meshake’s works on the east-facing exterior wall of the historical St. Agnes school. Catered by Pow Wow Café. \nFor more information click here
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/maawnjidyang-maa-we-come-together-here-exhibition-opening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162037Z
CREATED:20250815T162037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T162037Z
UID:46057-1773169200-1773174600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Veruschka Zarate speaks at Royal City Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:Finding Pride and Joy in Quilting\nVeruschka delves deeply into her personal journey through the art of quilting. Beginning with traditional quilting practices\, she will explore her evolution into designing intricate\, large-scale Foundation Paper Pieced (FPP) quilts and patterns. \nShe will cover a range of foundational topics in FPP\, including insights gained from her own experimentation in design\, the essential elements for successful pattern drafting\, common pitfalls to avoid\, and practical tips and techniques to enhance FPP skills. Additionally\, she will discuss modern approaches to color and fabric selection\, strategies for minimizing bulk\, and other advanced techniques vital to creating quality quilts. \nVeruschka’s presentation style is highly interactive\, allowing ample opportunities for attendees to pose questions tailored to their interests. She will complement these discussions with live demonstrations illustrating key concepts and a curated trunk show featuring select quilt pieces. \nVisit https://rcqg.square.site to purchase a $10 guest pass. You may credit this purchase towards your membership fee later. \n\nVeruschka’s Bio\nVeruschka Zarate of Pride & Joy Quilting is an Accomplished Award-Winning Quilt Maker and Pattern Designer\, specializing in the technique of Foundation Paper Piecing. She is a BERNINA and Handi Quilter Ambassador and recently released a New Thread Collection with WonderFil Specialty Threads. \nShe has been Faculty for many Quilt Conventions such as: The Modern Quilt Guild’s QuiltCon\, Road to California Quilt Show\, Empty Spools Seminar\, The French International Thread Arts Convention\, BERNINA Academy in Australia and New Zealand’s Quilt Symposium to name a few. Her Quilts have received several awards\, including: The National Association of Certified Quilt Judge’s Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievement in Quiltmaking\, QuiltCon’s First Place in Piecing\, and Quiltcon’s Peoples Choice. \nVisit Veruschka’s website: https://prideandjoyquilting.com/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/veruschka-zarate-speaks-at-royal-city-quilters-guild/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Quilters Guild":MAILTO:president@royalcityquiltersguild.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T220000
DTSTAMP:20260226T180921Z
CREATED:20260226T180207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T180921Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Market
DESCRIPTION:March 1\, 2026 at 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM\, Guelph Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\n\nDoors are open to all ages with $3 entry at the door. \nVintage Vendors and live DJ \nhttps://10carden.ca/events/monarch-market/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/monarch-market/
CATEGORIES:Art Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20250929T170305Z
CREATED:20250929T170305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T170305Z
UID:47159-1772294400-1772301600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Illuminated Glory
DESCRIPTION:A late afternoon\, atmospheric concert featuring two French choral masterpieces\, Faure’s “Requiem” and Poulenc’s “Gloria”\, performed with guest organist\, Jonathan Oldengarm on the Casavant organ of St. George’s Anglican Church downtown Guelph. \nWe are thrilled to welcome choral groups from the area to join us in singing the Faure “Requiem” in this tribute to two cornerstones of French repertoire. \n  \nTickets are $35/$30/$10/$5
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/illuminated-glory/
LOCATION:St. George’s Anglican Church\, 99 Woolwich St.\, Guelph\, N1H 3V1
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260120T190655Z
CREATED:20260120T190655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T190655Z
UID:49360-1772204400-1772211600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Youth Art Club
DESCRIPTION:Queer Youth Art Club\n3:00 to 5:00 p.m. | Free | No Registration Required\n\nQueer and trans youth (13-18) across the region are invited to the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery for a free\, casual drop-in creative space on the fourth Friday of every month! This new initiative at the gallery is led by queer and trans facilitators\, aiming to offer a safe container for teens to connect with their queer peers over creative interests and free refreshments! Bring your own project or use our art supplies to create artworks of your own.\n\n2026 dates: February 27\, March 27\, April 24\n \nhttps://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1030
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/queer-youth-art-club-3/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260210T191348Z
CREATED:20260210T191348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T191348Z
UID:49507-1772132400-1772139600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Image Makers
DESCRIPTION:The Image Makers is a free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who are dedicated to the craft of moving imagery\, with a particular focus on lighting design. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this month’s session\, we will be using Ed Video’s equipment to experiment with Timecode\, and then importing it into DaVinci Resolve. Timecode allows you to easily sync up recorded audio with your video at post production. \nCome join a meeting of video and cinema makers who are dedicated to the craft of moving imagery. While no formal instruction is provided\, this session is a great chance to meet new collaborators\, try new techniques\, push one another to new levels\, and keep skills fresh.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-image-makers-15/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactive
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