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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T220000
DTSTAMP: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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260121T131604Z
CREATED:20260121T131604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T131604Z
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SUMMARY:Bal Folk Music and Dance Workshop Series\, Jan-March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Music Workshop 5:30-6:30 – Come learn repertoire for Bal Folk dances! Fun tunes taught by ear\, ideal for melody based instruments (Fiddle\, accordion\, mandolin\, flute\, etc.). You are welcome to stay for the dance workshop and either learn the dances or play the tunes you just learned for the dancers. \nDance Workshop 6:30-7:30 – Come learn traditional dances and dances common at Bal Folk events. Non-gendered dance roles\, no partner or experience necessary. Each session is a focus on a different dance\, and we’ll go in depth into the footwork\, connection\, and variations for each.  \n\n\nDates: (you are welcome to come to one or come to all of them!) \nFeb 26 – Bourrée in 3 Mar 5 – Balfolk Mixers (Chapeloise\, Cercassien) \nLocation: Guelph Arts Council / “Sally Wismer Gallery” in the Quebec St. Mall DownwtownPrice: PWYC suggested minimum $10. Drop-in or pay in advance (Ticket links coming soon!) \n\nTickets for the workshop can be found here.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/bal-folk-music-and-dance-workshop-series-jan-march-2026/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260211T211705Z
CREATED:20260211T211705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T211705Z
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SUMMARY:February Crit Night with Necessary Arts & Otherwise Studios
DESCRIPTION:February Crit Night with Necessary Arts & Otherwise Studios\, facilitated by Paige Bromby – at NECESSARY ARTS\n  \n4th Monday of Every Month | February 23\, 6:30 – 8:30 P.M.\n\nEvent website: https://otherwisestudios.com/products/february-2026-crit-night \nFebruary Crit Night location: Necessary Arts \nAlternating between both creative spaces\, Crit Nights will bring together local painters\, sculptors\, printmakers and other local artists to engage in a critical dialogue about each other’s work. Artists are encouraged to bring an in-progress or complete artwork to share with the group. \nFacilitated by local artist Paige Bromby\, these monthly group critiques provide valuable feedback on your artwork\, a friendly safe environment to share ideas and an opportunity to connect with local artists in your community! \nNever participated in a critique before? No problem! We will be there every step of the way to ensure the process is fun\, kind and inspiring. \nThis event is free to attend but we welcome donations to help support our creative spaces.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/february-crit-night-with-necessary-arts-otherwise-studios/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171103Z
CREATED:20260122T171103Z
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UID:49411-1771768800-1771768800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Untold Genre
DESCRIPTION:The Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC) is proud to present The Untold\nGenre live in concert on February 22\, 2026\, marking the launch of its new Youth\nConcert Series and a meaningful step toward building stronger cultural bridges between\nGuelph’s legacy arts institutions and communities that have not always been fully\nserved by them.\nThis special afternoon concert is intentionally programmed to honour the rich and\ndiverse musical heritage of South Asian traditions\, while also celebrating their vibrant\,\nevolving contemporary expressions. Through this event\, GYMC seeks to create space\nfor dialogue\, participation\, and shared musical experience—grounded in respect\,\ncuriosity\, and genuine inclusion.\nThe Untold Genre (TUG) is a Toronto-based fusion band known for weaving together\nIndian classical music\, Sufi traditions\, folk\, Bollywood\, regional styles\, and\ncontemporary influences into a powerful and immersive sound. Their work reflects both\ndeep cultural roots and a forward-looking artistic voice\, making them an ideal partner for\nGYMC’s vision of accessible\, community-centered music-making.\n“This concert is about more than a performance\,” says Damian Weston\, Executive\nDirector of the GYMC. “It’s about listening\, learning\, and acknowledging the incredible\nmusical knowledge and creativity that already exists within South Asian communities\,\nwhile inviting connection with broader audiences. We want young people—and the\ncommunity at large—to see themselves reflected on our stage.”\nThe event takes place at the Recital Hall at the Guelph Youth Music Centre (75\nCardigan Street\, Guelph) and features not only a live concert\, but also a hands-on\nworkshop and an open mic\, reinforcing GYMC’s commitment to participation over\npassivity.\nEvent Details\nWhen: February 22\, 2026 at 2:00 PM\nWhere: Recital Hall\, Guelph Youth Music Centre (75 Cardigan St\, Guelph)\nTickets: $10 / Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)\nRSVP & Tickets:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/the-untold-genre-live-at-the-gymc-youth-concert-s\neries\nSchedule:\n2:00 PM — The Untold Genre (Live Performance) \n3:00–3:15 PM — Intermission\n3:15 PM — Workshop with The Untold Genre\n3:45–4:15 PM — Open Mic (open to all audience members)\nThe open mic portion invites anyone in attendance to step forward—whether to sing\,\nplay\, recite\, or experiment—further reinforcing GYMC’s belief that music is a shared\,\nliving practice rather than a one-way presentation.\nThis concert officially kicks off the GYMC Youth Concert Series\, a new initiative\ndesigned to amplify diverse voices\, create welcoming entry points into live music\, and\nfoster meaningful cultural exchange through performance and participation.\nGYMC gratefully acknowledges the support of the Ontario Arts Council – Conseil des\narts de l’Ontario and the Government of Ontario\, whose funding makes this important\nwork possible.\nFor more information\, visit gymc.ca.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-untold-genre/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T150513Z
CREATED:20260108T150513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T150513Z
UID:49200-1771527600-1771534800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Mining for Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to uncover stories worth telling in this workshop. \nFacilitated by Dawn Matheson \nThis interactive workshop is all about the idea! You can’t get anywhere in filmmaking without somewhere to start\, and so often\, this is where people get stuck. \nYou’re eager to tell stories\, yet unsure what stories are yours to tell\, convinced your experiences aren’t interesting enough\, or tempted to borrow someone else’s narrative. Everyone has stories worth sharing. The key is learning how to uncover them. \nIn this 2-hour interactive session\, participants will uncover ideas rooted in personal interests and lived experiences\, explore the narratives that matter most to them\, and be encouraged to develop the authentic connections needed to build the relationships and context that help tell those stories with integrity. \n** Participants should come ready with at least one or two story ideas you are interested in telling. ** \nPlease email workshops@edvideo.org for any questions or accessibility concerns.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/mining-for-story/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,Interactive,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260203T205256Z
CREATED:20260203T205256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T205256Z
UID:49467-1771246800-1771257600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Family Create & Play
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young makers and the young-at-heart! This Family Day\, join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity. Visit our current exhibitions Ron Shuebrook & Frances Thomas: In Conversation\, Queer Print Project: Body Language\, Prism International Printmaking\, and Kananginak Pootoogook: Printing the Inuit World)\, explore the sculpture park\, and make some amazing art. \n​Activities and workshops will include sculpture park and exhibition scavenger hunts\, foam block printing\, abstract paint scraping\, and Maud Lewis house painting! \nThese workshops are designed for creatives aged 4 to 17 with their caregiver(s)\, though all ages are welcome. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFREE; all materials are provided; no experience is required. Come dressed for mess!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/family-create-play/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Interactive,Visual Art,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260211T212251Z
CREATED:20260211T212251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T212251Z
UID:49660-1770921000-1770921000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tales from the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Tales from the Hill is presented by the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and features a guest teller in addition to Guild tellers. The evening includes hot cider\, light refreshments\, and conversation. Guests are invited to register a telling or participate during the open mic storytelling. \nTales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday of each month from October to May. \nGuests can arrive at 6:30 p.m. for casual socializing\, call to order at 7:00 p.m. for storytelling\, followed by time for more visits. \nMore information can be found here: https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/tales-from-the-hill-guelph-guild-of-storytellers-20/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tales-from-the-hill/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162037Z
CREATED:20250815T162037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T162037Z
UID:46052-1770750000-1770755400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Deb Geyer of The Quilters Hall of Fame speaks at Royal City Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:Legacies of the Honorees\nThe Quilters Hall of Fame celebrates quilting as an art form by honoring the lives and accomplishments of those people that have left legacies to the world of quilting. They are a very diverse group of people\, men women\, artists\, authors\, historians\, curators\, researchers\, TV personalities\, business owners. Most were quilters\, but some never made a quilt. This presentation will describe a few of the honorees and the legacies they have left to us. \nVisit https://rcqg.square.site to purchase a $10 guest pass. You may credit this purchase towards your membership fee later. \n\nMore about Deb Geyer and The Quilters Hall of Fame\nAs a creative quilt artist\, Deb is passionate about telling stories through the art of fabric and thread. She is\ncommitted to supporting the quilting community\, both honoring the legacy of past quilters and\nchampioning the artistry of contemporary quilters. \nThe Quilters Hall of Fame\, in Marion\, Indiana is a non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the art of quilting and the people who have made major contributions to the quilting world. \nQuilters Hall of Fame website: https://quiltershalloffame.net/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/deb-geyer-of-the-quilters-hall-of-fame-speaks-at-royal-city-quilters-guild/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Quilters Guild":MAILTO:president@royalcityquiltersguild.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T213000
DTSTAMP:20251212T201904Z
CREATED:20251212T201904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T201904Z
UID:48672-1770748200-1770759000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Lighting & Grip Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamental techniques and practices of lighting for film and video. \nFacilitated by José Garcia-Lozano \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, participants will learn the uses and benefits of a variety of lights as well as how to employ bounces\, diffusion and negative fill when creating a lighting set-up. Scenes and images will be analysed to identify the different lighting approaches and tools used and then recreated for hands-on experience. While this workshop sheds light on industry approaches to lighting\, there is a strong emphasis on working with existing lighting and simple tools.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/lighting-grip-fundamentals-3/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,Interactive,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T164922Z
CREATED:20260108T164922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T164922Z
UID:49238-1770661800-1770669000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Budgeting for Precarious or Irregular Income – Queer Financial Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Many queer people navigate work and income that can feel unpredictable. This workshop will help you build a budgeting approach that works with your real financial life\, not against it. \nWe will share practical tools for budgeting when your income changes from month to month and preparing for slow periods to minimize stress. You’ll learn simple strategies for prioritizing expenses\, setting flexible financial goals\, and building stability over time. \nYou will leave with budgeting templates and greater confidence in your financial decision making. \nQueer Financial Wellness Workshop Series  \nA supportive series designed for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to build financial confidence and wellness in a supportive\, community focused setting. Through practical tools\, interactive exercises\, and group discussion\, participants will explore budgeting\, income planning\, saving\, and navigating unique financial challenges\, honouring diverse experiences and identities. \nClick here for more info and registration: https://10carden.ca/events/budgeting-for-precarious-or-irregular-income-queer-financial-wellness/ \n\nFebruary 9\, 2026 at 6:30 PM\n\n\n\n10C Shared Space\, 42 Carden St\, Guelph\, ON N1H3A2
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/budgeting-for-precarious-or-irregular-income-queer-financial-wellness/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T233000
DTSTAMP:20260203T205257Z
CREATED:20260203T205257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T205257Z
UID:49312-1770409800-1770420600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Trial Runners Xtra (feat. We Quit Theatre)
DESCRIPTION:Calling all visceral clowns\, earnest wailers\, sound sculptors\, body poets\, etc.! TRIAL RUNNERS is an experimental open mic— a low-pressure event for folks who make performances/videos/sounds to try stuff out in front of an audience. If you are interested in signing up to perform please email Trial Runners‘ host\, Megan Arnold\, at trialrunnersguelph@gmail.com. All are welcome to attend the event as audience members. \nAfter the live performance portion (8:30-10:30pm)\, there will be an “xtra” special live-streamed broadcast of Men Explain Things to Us… And We Like It! by We Quit Theatre\, an artist-duo based in Winnipeg\, Manitoba. \nIn the broadcast\, two impulsive\, unpredictable\, extravagantly gendered late-night talkshow hosts — Dasha Plett and Gislina Patterson — invite real life men into a cardboard and construction paper television studio to talk about their passions\, fears\, and what it’s like to be a man. Streamed live from Winnipeg\, Men Explain Things to Us… And We Like It! uses the space between reality and performance to transgress and re-write the unwritten rules and social etiquette of gender relations. Men Explain… is presented with support from send+receive\, Winnipeg Film Group\, Manitoba Arts Council\, and Canada Council for the Arts\, and is directed by filmmaker Ryan Steel.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/trial-runners-xtra-feat-we-quit-theatre/
LOCATION:Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham Street N\, Guelph
CATEGORIES:Featured,Music,Performance,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T160000
DTSTAMP:20250902T170102Z
CREATED:20250902T170102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T170102Z
UID:46429-1770372000-1770393600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Sews for Quilts of Valour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Quilts of Valour Sew Day.  Learn more about this worthy cause at their website: https://www.quiltsofvalour.ca/ \nWe will supply fabric for blocks and quilt tops. If you would like to help quilt completed tops\, we will provide batting and backing. \nWe ask you to bring a sewing machine in good working order\, neutral threads\, and a lunch and snacks for the day. If you need help loading and unloading your machine\, let us know. \nFor more information\, please visit royalcityquiltersguild.ca and look for Quilts of Valour under Community Outreach. Please RSVP by email to rcqg.qov@gmail.com
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-sews-for-quilts-of-valour-2/
LOCATION:Royal Canadian Legion\, 57 Watson Parkway\, S\, Guelph\, N1L 0H8
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:20260205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260121T131421Z
CREATED:20260121T131421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T131421Z
UID:49371-1770312600-1770319800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Bal Folk Music and Dance Workshops Jan-March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Music Workshop 5:30-6:30 – Come learn repertoire for Bal Folk dances! Fun tunes taught by ear\, ideal for melody based instruments (Fiddle\, accordion\, mandolin\, flute\, etc.). You are welcome to stay for the dance workshop and either learn the dances or play the tunes you just learned for the dancers. \nDance Workshop 6:30-7:30 – Come learn traditional dances and dances common at Bal Folk events. Non-gendered dance roles\, no partner or experience necessary. Each session is a focus on a different dance\, and we’ll go in depth into the footwork\, connection\, and variations for each.  \n\n\nDates: (you are welcome to come to one or come to all of them!) \nFeb 5 – Breton tunes and dancesFeb 26 – Bourrée in 3 Mar 5 – Balfolk Mixers (Chapeloise\, Cercassien) \nLocation: Guelph Arts Council / “Sally Wismer Gallery” in the Quebec St. Mall DownwtownPrice: PWYC suggested minimum $10. Drop-in or pay in advance (Ticket links coming soon!) \n\nTickets for the workshop can be found here.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/bal-folk-music-and-dance-workshops-jan-march-2026/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Workshops
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