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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T160000
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UID:48523-1765987200-1766005200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Take Home the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Join Guelph Farmers Market for a special Holiday Market! Whether you’re checking off your gift list or just soaking in the holiday vibes\, this market is the perfect place to make the season merry and meaningful Shop local & support incredible vendors! \nMore info here: https://10carden.ca/events/takehometheholidays2025/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/take-home-the-holidays-3/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Sales,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20251124T220145Z
CREATED:20251124T220145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T220145Z
UID:48521-1765710000-1765728000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Punk Rock Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:Punk Rock Flea Market is here\, bringing their popular event back to the Guelph Farmers’ Market! \nMore info here: https://10carden.ca/events/punk-rock-flea-market-2/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/punk-rock-flea-market-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Sales,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20251125T202423Z
CREATED:20251125T201720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T202423Z
UID:48546-1765566000-1765573200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Common ground: Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Program Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/common-ground-guelph-emerging-artist-mentorship-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20251203T141314Z
CREATED:20251203T141314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T141314Z
UID:48532-1765479600-1765483200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Isn't That The Dickens - A Christmas Radio play performed live
DESCRIPTION:Isn’t that The Dickens is Charles Dickens’\, ‘A Christmas Carol’ re-imagined. \nA ten minute radio play performed live. Now a poem in rhyming couplets with a wealth of atmospheric sound effects\, and featuring all the familiar characters\, Jacob Marley\, the Ghosts and of course everyone’s favourite\, Scrooge. Theatre of the mind performed live before your eyes. Perfect for the holiday season. PLUS a couple of other holiday surprises!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/isnt-that-the-dickens-a-christmas-radio-play-performed-live/
LOCATION:Guelph Public Library East Side Branch\, 1 Starwood Drive\, Guelph\, N1E 0H5
CATEGORIES:Families,Performance,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Public Library":MAILTO:askus@guelphpl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T140000
DTSTAMP:20251212T201904Z
CREATED:20251212T201904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T201904Z
UID:48644-1765458000-1765461600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Practice-based Perspectives | Creative Research with Michelle Wilson and John Phillips
DESCRIPTION:What is creative research\, and how can it be understood\, supported\, and sustained? How does practice-based inquiry contribute to universities’ capacity to address pressing global challenges? Join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph on Thursday\, December 11 at 1 pm for the first in a series of dialogues involving varied faculty members and examining diverse sites of research—from artworks\, performance\, and film to exhibitions\, theatre\, and research labs—while exploring the role and impact of creative research. \nIn this session\, Dr. Michelle Wilson and Dr. John Phillips will discuss their distinct research questions and processes\, reflecting on how creative approaches generate new forms of knowledge. Focusing on Wilson’s work on view in AGG’s current exhibition Reworldings and Phillips’s recent projects including the spherical growroom designed for the Vaccarino Centre for Student Wellness\, the conversation will consider how creative research interpolates artistic practice and scholarly inquiry\, outlining conceptual frameworks\, methodologies\, and emerging opportunities for funding and institutional support. \nPresented by the Art Gallery of Guelph with the support of the School of Theatre\, English\, and Creative Writing at the University of Guelph. \n~ \nImage details (left to right): Michelle Wilson & Yancey Kaskamin\, Yancey (detail)\, 2024\, marten hide\, industrial wool felt\, wool roving (wet and needle felted)\, shoelace\, embroidery thread\, imitation sinew\, conductive thread\, microprocessor. Courtesy of the artist | John Phillips\, Archie (detail)\, 2024\, CNC-cut and hand-finished wood\, plants. Courtesy of the artist
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/practice-based-perspectives-creative-research-with-michelle-wilson-and-john-phillips/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES: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:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T133000
DTSTAMP:20251212T201925Z
CREATED:20251212T201925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T201925Z
UID:48678-1765454400-1765459800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Holiday Centrepieces with Leah Olsen-Kent
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the AGG Volunteer Association\, join Leah Olsen-Kent from Fleuristic and Leah Olsen-Kent Art as she demonstrates how to create fresh centrepieces and arrangements – perfect for your holiday table this festive season. These arrangements\, along with others\, will be available to purchase after the demonstration. \nLeah has been beautifying the Guelph community and Tri-City area with seasonal arrangements for both indoors and out and for 30 years. \nNo registration is required; all are welcome to attend. Join us for this opportunity to learn from a seasoned artist and elevate your dinner table displays this holiday season!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/holiday-centrepieces-with-leah-olsen-kent/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T133000
DTSTAMP:20251124T212914Z
CREATED:20251124T212914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T212914Z
UID:48514-1765454400-1765459800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Holiday Centerpieces with Leah Olsen-Kent\, Art Gallery of Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create festive dinner table displays with artist Leah Olsen-Kent! \nHosted by the AGG Volunteer Association\, join Leah Olsen-Kent from Fleuristic and Leah Olsen-Kent Art as she demonstrates how to create fresh centerpieces and arrangements – perfect for your holiday table this festive season. These arrangements\, along with others\, will be available to purchase after the demonstration. \nLeah has been beautifying the Guelph community and Tri-City area with seasonal arrangements for both indoors and out and for 30 years. \nNo registration is required; all are welcome to attend. Join us for this opportunity to learn from a seasoned artist and elevate your dinner table displays this holiday season! \nHoliday Centrepieces with Leah Olsen-Kent
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/holiday-centerpieces-with-leah-olsen-kent-art-gallery-of-guelph/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Visual Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T203000
DTSTAMP:20250815T162037Z
CREATED:20250815T162037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T162037Z
UID:46004-1765306800-1765312200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Lynn Dykstra speaks at Royal City Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:Using Up The Bits: How To Organize Your Scraps and Idea Into Ready-to-Go Quilt Design\nLynn will share her strategies for organizing your stash and turning the fabrics you already own into beautiful quilts. She has many tips for managing your fabrics\, improving your piecing and more. \nVisit our online store to purchase a $10 visitor pass which you can apply to your membership fee if you decide to join. \n\nLynn’s 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. Lynn is a nurse and teaches at Northern Illinois University. She grew up on a farm in Iowa which she continues to manage with her sisters. Lynn and her husband of 40 years are empty nesters and live in the west loop of Chicago. \nLynn’s blog: https://kleinmeisjequilts.blogspot.com/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/lynn-dykstra-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:20251207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20251124T215755Z
CREATED:20251124T215755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T215755Z
UID:48518-1765101600-1765123200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Christmas Market 
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the Guelph Christmas Market back for another year and bigger than ever! Cool Aunt Creatives is bringing the ultimate holiday shopping experience to the Guelph Farmers’ Market for a full day of festive fun. This event brings together local artisans and holiday magic under one roof\, creating a cozy\, creative\, and community-focused marketplace that celebrates the spirit of the season. \nVisit Sunday\, December 7\, 2025 for a day filled with handmade treasures\, unique gifts\, delicious treats\, and festive cheer! \nEntry is PWYC donations to Cool Aunt Jr to help send kids to crafts and nature camp for free in summer 2026\, and Cool Aunt Creatives will match every donation to double the impact. RSVP for the event and make a donation. \nMore info here: https://10carden.ca/events/guelph-christmas-market/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-christmas-market/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Sales,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T000000
DTSTAMP:20251125T201851Z
CREATED:20251125T201851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T201851Z
UID:48549-1764979200-1766188800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Common Ground: Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Program Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/common-ground-guelph-emerging-artist-mentorship-program-exhibition/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T000000
DTSTAMP:20251107T183353Z
CREATED:20251107T183353Z
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UID:48365-1764892800-1765670400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Spirit of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Spirit of the Season is back\, and here is the FULL lineup you can expect for 2025!\nHappening across the first two weekends in December\, this 6 day event is going to be the biggest and best Spirit of the Season yet! \nWEEKEND 1\nFriday\, December 5th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 4–8 PM\n❄️ Mayor & Council Tree Lighting at City Hall: 6 PM\n❄️ Storefront Window Decorating Contest (after Tree Lighting)\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar (St. George’s Square): 4–9 PM \nSaturday\, December 6th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 11 AM–8 PM\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar: 11 AM–9 PM\n❄️ Guelph Community Santa Parade & Santa Run: 5 PM\n❄️ $5 Holiday Movie Matinee at The Bookshelf Cinema: 3 PM \nSunday\, December 7th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 11 AM–5 PM\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar: 11 AM–5 PM \nWEEKEND 2\nFriday\, December 12th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 4–8 PM\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar: 4–9 PM\n❄️ Promo Promenade on Quebec Street: 6–8 PM (treats\, tours & discounts!) \nSaturday\, December 13th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 11 AM–8 PM\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar: 11 AM–9 PM\n❄️ North Fire Circus (Douglas St.): 6–8 PM\n❄️  $5 Holiday Movie Matinee at The Bookshelf Cinema: 3 PM \nSunday\, December 14th:\n❄️ Christmas Market: 11 AM–5 PM\n❄️ Fireside Outdoor Bar: 11 AM–5 PM\n❄️ Princess & Superhero Children’s Day (Old Quebec Street Shoppes): 11 AM–5 PM\n❄️  Meet Santa\, the Grinch\, Spiderman\, Deadpool & Princesses (11 AM–2 PM)\n❄️ Face Painting (11 AM–2 PM)\n❄️  Mini Makers Market (11 AM–5 PM)\n❄️ $5 Movie Matinee at The Bookshelf Cinema: 11 AM–2 PM
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/spirit-of-the-season-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T183000
DTSTAMP:20251021T155127Z
CREATED:20251021T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T155127Z
UID:47833-1764685800-1764700200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Visit Guelph Arts Council at the Library
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URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/visit-guelph-arts-council-at-the-library-2/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T210000
DTSTAMP:20251118T200013Z
CREATED:20251118T195805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T200013Z
UID:48472-1764615600-1764622800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Artist Taxes Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a workshop for working artists. \nDecember 1\, 2025. 7-9 pm\, Guelph Youth Music Centre – Recital Hall (79 Cardigan Street) \nRegistration at 6:30 \nTopics covered: \n1. Why doing what you love is great business \n2. Deductible Expenses & Setting Aside Money for Tax \n3. Statement of Business Activities \n4. Organizing Your Records \nWorkshop will be facilitated by Kim Logue\, Finance Empowerment Coach & Bookkeeper\, Langdon & Co. \nPre-register now HERE or email musicguelph@gmail.com \nCo-presented by Music Economy of Guelph Alliance; The Guelph Youth Music Centre and Guelph Arts Council.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/artist-taxes-workshop/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251117T145801Z
CREATED:20251117T145801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T145801Z
UID:48439-1764500400-1764518400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:15 Minute Pet Portraits
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Ed Video Media Arts Centre on November 30th\, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 4pm get your pet’s portrait taken in just 15 minutes. Book your time slot soon! \nWe are offering an incredible opportunity to have your photo taken by talented local photographer Devi Thompson\, and receive three digital images shortly after the shoot. Do you need your pet’s headshot for their social or business profiles? Want to give grandma a nice framed photo\, of her grand furred\, feathered or scaled baby\, as a gift? Need a great holiday themed photo for this year’s greeting cards? Or just want a nice portrait of your pet(s) to capture this moment in time? This is your opportunity to get it done quickly\, easily\, and in a fun\, casual environment. \nAs an added bonus\, by booking a 15 minute session you’ll be supporting Ed Video Media Arts Centre – Guelph’s only artist run centre supporting local media artists and filmmakers. Your support helps us execute our charitable mission of providing affordable and accessible resources and opportunities to artists and creatives in our community. \nPet’s must arrive on leash or on a carrier. \n*See disclaimer and relevant pet information below. \nAbout the Photographer: \nDevi Thompson is located in the Tri-City area of Waterloo\, ON but grew up just a hop\, skip and a jump away in Guelph\, ON. Devi has been a creative photographer for just over 10 years! <3 \nDevi has always loved capturing the beauty around her– from landscapes\, to people\, animals\, and really anything in between\, and is\nalways up for a new challenge. She is all about building one’s own fun and finding the magic in the little things. \nGrateful to be on this journey with so many of you already and stoked to continue meeting new friends! 🙂 \nAbout Ed Video Media Arts Centre: \nSince our founding in 1976\, we have helped our community create technology-based art projects that represent the diversity\, spirit\, and viewpoints of the people in our region. We achieve this by offering skill-enriching workshops at a variety of experience levels\, curating exhibitions both on and off site\, and renting out production equipment at affordable rates for users at all levels. \nEd Video serves as a vital cultural center\, fostering lasting connections between artists\, audiences\, and organizations. We embrace our role as an established institution in a city known for its vibrant creativity. Above all\, we are committed to harnessing the educational potential of media arts for creators and viewers of all ages\, while promoting understanding and engagement with contemporary technology-based art. \nhttps://www.edvideo.org/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/15-minute-pet-portraits/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251107T165413Z
CREATED:20251107T165413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T165413Z
UID:48357-1764496800-1764518400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Merry Muskrat Market
DESCRIPTION:November 30 from 10-4\, Guelph Farmers Market @ 2 Gordon St. \n\nFREE admission\n40 + Vendors\nLive MusicNovember 30 from 10-4
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/merry-muskrat-market/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Sales,Families,Music,Performance,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T210000
DTSTAMP:20251107T132624Z
CREATED:20251107T132624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T132624Z
UID:48277-1764356400-1764363600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Ed Video Members' Screening
DESCRIPTION:Come on out to Ed Video’s annual Members’ Screening at the Guelph Youth Music Centre (75 Cardigan Street\, Guelph)! See amazing works created by Ed Video members and then join us for an informal Q&A with the artists following the screening.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/ed-video-members-screening-2/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Z7
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T170000
DTSTAMP:20251107T162412Z
CREATED:20251107T162412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T162412Z
UID:48354-1764342000-1764349200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Youth Art Club
DESCRIPTION:Queer and trans youth (13-18) across the region are invited to KWAG for a free\, casual drop-in creative space on the Fourth Friday of each month. This new initiative is led by queer and trans facilitators\, aiming to offer a brave container for teens to connect with their queer peers over creative interests and free refreshments. Attendees are welcome to bring their own project or use our art supplies. \nTakes place the 4th Friday of every month\, November’s date is Friday the 28th from 3-5pm \nMore info here: https://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1014
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/queer-youth-art-club/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Interactive,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T140000
DTSTAMP:20251124T211935Z
CREATED:20251124T211935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T211935Z
UID:48485-1764324000-1764338400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Small Seeds\, Big Ideas: PA Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, November 28\, join us at the AGG for a drop-in PA Day workshop! \nInspired by Sheri Osden Nault’s installation ni wahkoomow in AGG’s current exhibition Reworldings\, visitors are invited to create their own seed sculptures using paper clay mixed with native wildflower seeds. \nCreate an artwork to keep indoors\, or plant it outdoors and watch it return to the earth! Explore how art can be temporary\, reciprocal\, and full of possibility. \nAll ages welcome – materials and seeds are provided.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/small-seeds-big-ideas-pa-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T210000
DTSTAMP:20251107T132623Z
CREATED:20251107T132623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T132623Z
UID:48328-1764270000-1764277200@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 our wireless and wired tech to set up an affordable ‘Video Village’— a designated area where a production crew can watch live video feeds from a distance. \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-14/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T200000
DTSTAMP:20250507T020743Z
CREATED:20250507T020743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T020743Z
UID:43976-1764093600-1764100800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:2025 Vocamus Writers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Vocamus Writers Workshops: a series of workshops inspired by community and\nprovided by local authors 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 practice\n•help participants relate to and better understand the characteristics of diverse genres\, such as\npoetry 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•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 the\nadjacent building of First Baptist Church\, located on 255 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, ON N1H 3V8\nRegistration details: Send an email to vocamuswriterscommunity@gmail.com to register for the\nspecific workshop that you are interested in participating before the workshop’s unique\nregistration deadline.\nThat’s all! Registration is PWYC ($15 suggested).\nTo be paid at the time of the workshop. Please bring cash. \nThe Crafting of a Memoir By Sue Williams\n[November 25th 6-8pm]
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/2025-vocamus-writers-workshop-2/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T210000
DTSTAMP:20251118T195058Z
CREATED:20251118T193451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T195058Z
UID:48467-1764010800-1764018000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:2025 - Making Money from Music
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a workshop for musicians\, artists\, producers and others interested in the music industry. \nNovember 24\, 2025. 7-9pm. Registration 6:30pm \n\n\n\n75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\, ON N1H 3Z7\, Canada \n\n\nTopics covered: \n1. How do people make money from music? \n2. Funding opportunities \n3. Royalties\, rights and licensing \n4. Next learning opportunities for Guelph musicians \nWorkshop will be led by Zack Leighton\, Executive VP from Sub Management Group. \nPre-register now HERE or email musicguelph@gmail.com \nCo-presented by Music Economy of Guelph Alliance\, The Guelph Youth Music Centre and Guelph Arts Council.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/2025-making-money-from-music/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T210000
DTSTAMP:20251113T164634Z
CREATED:20251113T164316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T164634Z
UID:48428-1764010800-1764018000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Making Money from Music
DESCRIPTION:Please join Music Economy of Guelph Alliance for a workshop for musicians\, artists\, producers and others interested in the music industry. \nNovember 24\, 2025. 7-9pm. Registration 6:30pm \nTopics covered: \n1. How do people make money from music? \n2. Funding opportunities \n3. Royalties\, rights and licensing \n4. Next learning opportunities for Guelph musicians \nWorkshop will be led by Zack Leighton\, Executive VP from Sub Management Group. \nPre-register HERE or email musicguelph@gmail.com \nCo-presented by Music Economy of Guelph Alliance\, The Guelph Youth Music Centre and Guelph Arts Council.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/making-money-from-music/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Music,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251123T160000
DTSTAMP:20251107T132623Z
CREATED:20251107T132623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T132623Z
UID:48306-1763895600-1763913600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:20 Minute Portraits @ Ed Video
DESCRIPTION:Get a professional portrait or headshot taken by photographer Alex Whinton in just 20 minutes at Ed Video Media Arts Centre!\n\n\n\nWe are offering an incredible opportunity to have your photo taken by talented local photographer Alex Whinton\, and receive three digital images to take home. Do you need a headshot for your social or business profiles? Want to give grandma a nice framed photo as a gift? Need a great holiday themed photo for this year’s greeting cards? Or just want a nice portrait of yourself to capture this moment in time? This is your opportunity to get it done quickly\, easily\, and in a fun\, casual environment. \nAs an added bonus\, by booking a 20 minute session you’ll be supporting Ed Video Media Arts Centre – Guelph’s only artist run centre supporting local media artists and filmmakers. Your support helps us execute our charitable mission of providing affordable and accessible resources and opportunities to artists and creatives in our community. \nAbout the Photographer: \nAlex Whinton is an artistic photographer with 14 years of experience extensively in both b&w and colour 35mm film\, as well as digital. Specializes in event photography\, double exposures\, and creative portraits. Head of Media for Fierce on the Farm Music & Arts Festival 2022 located in Erin\, Ontario. \nhttps://alexwhinton.22slides.site/ | https://www.instagram.com/alexwhinton/ \nAbout Ed Video Media Arts Centre: \nSince our founding in 1976\, we have helped our community create technology-based art projects that represent the diversity\, spirit\, and viewpoints of the people in our region. We achieve this by offering skill-enriching workshops at a variety of experience levels\, curating exhibitions both on and off site\, and renting out production equipment at affordable rates for users at all levels. \nEd Video serves as a vital cultural center\, fostering lasting connections between artists\, audiences\, and organizations. We embrace our role as an established institution in a city known for its vibrant creativity. Above all\, we are committed to harnessing the educational potential of media arts for creators and viewers of all ages\, while promoting understanding and engagement with contemporary technology-based art. \nhttps://www.edvideo.org/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/20-minute-portraits-ed-video/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T190000
DTSTAMP:20251104T154930Z
CREATED:20251104T153405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T154930Z
UID:48301-1763838000-1763838000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Arts Council Golden Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:RSVP at guelpharts.ca/gacgac \nWhat: The “GACGAC”. Guelph Arts Council Golden Anniversary Celebration. We turned 50. We want to celebrate with you! \nWhen: Saturday\, November 22\, 2025\, 7pm (programming to begin at 7:30pm) \nWhere: GAC’s new home in Old Quebec Street Shoppes. \nWhy should you come: GAC wouldn’t exist without an arts community to serve\, so we’d like to celebrate with the people who have inspired us for 50 years. There’s also a chance that GAC has supported you in your Guelph arts life\, whether that’s as an organization that got its start with support from GAC many years ago\, or as an individual who has shown in our gallery space\, received an award\, participated in our mentorship program or Art on the Street\, or any other things over the past 50 years. \nWe’re also unveiling the new “Sally Wismer Gallery” that night\, named after GAC’s longtime Executive Director\, volunteer and friend\, so maybe you’d like to come and celebrate that too. \nBasically\, if you love the arts\, you love our community\, and you love a chance to gather with friends in the sector\, this is the place for you. \nWe’re calling the event “folk formal”\, meaning all are welcome to come as formally (or informally) dressed as they’d like\, and the night’s program will feature dance\, spoken word/performance arts\, and musical performances\, video screenings\, as well as a chance for attendees to participate in a community craft project (beading) and a community literature project\, where they will be encouraged to write down their favourite Guelph arts memories from the past 50 years with the intention of publishing a keepsake book. \nAttendees may enjoy beverages from a cash bar and mocktail bar\, and snacks will be served. \nThere will be an in-person 50/50 raffle at the event\, and people may also make an optional donation when they RSVP to attend (guelpharts.ca/gacgac)\, or contribute to GAC’s ongoing donation appeal online by visiting guelpharts.ca/about/donate. \nWe’re so grateful to all of you who have shaped GAC over the past 50 years\, and who will continue to shape us through the next 50. Let’s celebrate together!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-arts-council-golden-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Art Sales,Children,Families,Heritage,Interactive,Literary,Music,Performance,Theatre,Visual Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251121T190000
DTSTAMP:20251113T144939Z
CREATED:20251113T144939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T144939Z
UID:48421-1763751600-1763751600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Little Theatre's "Live In the Lobby" Series presents Rock and Blues Originals with The Speed River Band Featuring Gayle Ackroyd
DESCRIPTION:On Friday November 21 at 7pm\, join The Speed River Band for a catchy blend of rock originals flavoured with blues and country in Guelph Little Theatre’s “Live In the Lobby” concert series. Fronted by award-winning Guelph songwriter and performer Gayle Ackroyd\, the show features an eclective variety of songs all penned by Ackroyd. She is joined by the fine musicianship of veteran rock players Richie Sarlo (guitar)\, Ed Miller (drums)\, and Daev Mulholland (bass) – bio’s below. The audience will also be treated to the interesting stories behind the writing of the songs. The Speed River Band is a highly entertaining ensemble\, brimming with energy. Their music feels nostalgic yet new\, sharing a memorable evening of live music enjoyable for rock and blues fans alike.\n \nTickets: $20 + tax on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-speed-river-band-tickets-1750647276129\nor at the door.\n\nGAYLE ACKROYD – Vocals/ Guitar. \n“Guitar slinger and blues singer Gayle Ackroyd\, a whole lot of tender and a little bit tough” as Lenny Stoute of the Toronto Star once described her\, “belts out the blue eyed soul with intense energy\, grit and class all at the same time. Gayle’s passion for songwriting and playing guitar are evident in the 8 albums of original music she has recorded and released. Originally from Brampton and a graduate of Sheridan College’s Musical Theatre Program\, she has been in hundreds of films as both an extra and actress. Gayle sang on the Bolero Cruise ship for Regent Holidays. Over the years she has  shared the stage as a guest singer with Jeff Healy\, Jack DeKeyser\, James Gordon\, Jimmy Rankin\, Robbie Lane and many more well-loved Canadians. Her current focus is learning classic covers by her favourite female singers\, as well as fronting and writing the rock and blues music of the Speed River Band; Her considerable accolades include the Toronto Arts Council Songwriting Grant to live in Nashville\, the Colleen Peterson Songwriting Award\, Honorable Mention for the Ontario Arts Council Songwriting Award\, and being a Q107 Songwriting Competition Top 10 Finalist for Outstanding Concert Performance.  Much more about Gayle at: https://www.singingteacherguelph.com/about.php\n\nED MILLER – Drums / Vocals: Ed played with “Major Hoople’s Boarding House” who had hit records with “I’m Running After You” and “You Girl”. Prior to that he worked with Kelly Jay of Crowbar fame in Calgary. He also played with Bobby Curtola touring Canada and played in Las Vegas at “The Sands Hotel”. He spent some time playing with “Jack London and The Sparrows” in the Yorkville Village days.\n\nRICHIE SARLO – Guitar: This extraordinary guitar player has been at it since he was 9 years old. His passion for playing\, and recording caught the notice of Bo Diddly\, Phil Sussan of Ozzy Osbourne band\, Roger Kapps {Pat Benetar’s bassist / co-writer)\, John-Luc Ponty (also violinist for Frank Zappa); all of with whom he played on albums in LA and toured the USA. He has also worked with numerous prominent Canadians including Moe Berg pre-Pursuit of Happiness\, country artist Paul Weber.\n\nDAEV MAHOLLAND – Bass: is a Guelph-based musician who has played and toured with bands including The Monster Show\, Joe and the Four Tops\, Ten Cent Town\, and\, K.C. Lee and His Checkered Past \nListen to the band on theiir website: https://www.speedriverband.com/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-little-theatres-live-in-the-lobby-series-presents-rock-and-blues-originals-with-the-speed-river-band-featuring-gayle-ackroyd/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T210000
DTSTAMP:20251107T132624Z
CREATED:20251107T132624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T132624Z
UID:48273-1763492400-1763499600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Dusky Wing Film Club screening of "A Loss of Something Ever Felt"
DESCRIPTION:Catch the next Dusky Wing Film Club screening of A Loss of Something Ever Felt\, presented by Ed Video Media Arts Centre. \nSynopsis: Eeva enters the underground world of Bogotá\, Colombia under pressure from her mother to find Lauri\, her estranged brother. While her mother waits for daily updates back in their home in Estonia\, Eeva navigates her brother’s dark world—she is determined to find this ghost who only lives in the whispered rumors far beneath the city of 12 million.\n \nAdmission is FREE and donations to Ed Video are welcome!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/dusky-wing-film-club-screening-of-a-loss-of-something-ever-felt/
LOCATION:Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St North\, Guelph\, N1H 4E9
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251116T160000
DTSTAMP:20251112T141046Z
CREATED:20251112T140859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T141046Z
UID:48404-1763301600-1763308800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Loops\,Layers\,Shapes and Shadows\, Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Dates: November 13\, 2025 – January 18\, 2026 \nOpening Reception: Sunday\, November 16\, 2025\, 2-4 \nLocation: Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville St\, Elora\, ON N0B 1S0 \n  \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/loopslayersshapes-and-shadows-opening-reception/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T190000
DTSTAMP:20251107T173651Z
CREATED:20251107T173651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T173651Z
UID:48363-1763229600-1763233200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Bright Nights OPENING NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Guelph Business Association (DGBA) invites the community to experience the magic of light and community spirit at Bright Nights OPENING NIGHT\, taking place Saturday\, November 15th from 6pm to 7pm in the heart of Downtown Guelph. \nMore than 5\,000 sparkling bulbs have been installed along Quebec Street and St. George’s Square\, transforming the downtown core into a radiant winter wonderland. This large-scale beautification project is just phase one of a four year project\, designed to make Downtown Guelph a shining destination for years to come. \nJoin us for this historic lighting celebration\, featuring live entertainment in St. George’s Square\, roaming performers\, and festive open houses and treats from local businesses on Quebec Street. \nThe evening promises to be an unforgettable one — Downtown Guelph will be buzzing with excitement as the Guelph Storm take on the Kitchener Rangers\, drawing thousands to the area. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and soak up the magic from 6pm. \nEvent Details:\nWhat: Bright Nights Opening Night\nWhen: Saturday\, November 15\, 6pm to 7pm\nWhere: Quebec Street & St. George’s Square\, Downtown Guelph \nBe among the first to see Downtown Guelph shine brighter than ever.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/bright-nights-opening-night/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260118T000000
DTSTAMP:20251112T141225Z
CREATED:20251112T141225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T141225Z
UID:48407-1762992000-1768694400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Loops\,Layers\,Shapes and Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Dates: November 13\, 2025 – January 18\, 2026 \nOpening Reception: Sunday\, November 16\, 2025\, 2-4 \nLocation: Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville St\, Elora\, ON N0B 1S0
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/loopslayersshapes-and-shadows/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260104T000000
DTSTAMP:20251112T143212Z
CREATED:20251112T143212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T143212Z
UID:48409-1762905600-1767484800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Artful Giving: Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:Nov 12th to Jan 4th\, opening reception Nov 22nd 1-3pm \nAlton Mill Arts Centre\, 1402 Queen Street\, Suite 100\, Alton Village\, Caledon\, ON\, L7K 0C3 \nClick here for more info!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/artful-giving-show-and-sale/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Art Sales
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