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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T183000
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SUMMARY:Art for Social Change Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Artivism series with drop-in art activations\, performances\, light refreshments\, and great company. \nFREE\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more at the Art Not Shame website: https://www.artnotshame.org/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-for-social-change-community-gathering/
LOCATION:Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St North\, Guelph\, N1H 4E9
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260908T172210Z
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SUMMARY:Eden Mills Writers' Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:From workshops and talks on Friday and Saturday to the beloved Sunday street festival featuring author readings and panel discussions\, this year’s festival has something for story lovers of all ages. \nSee the full schedule at: https://edenmillswritersfestival.ca/festival-sunday/festival-schedule/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/eden-mills-writers-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Village of Eden Mills\, Eden Mills\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260908T171108Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Exhibitions Launch 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 17 at 6:30 pm to celebrate the launch of the Art Gallery of Guelph’s fall season. \nOn the first floor\, explore Earth Bodies\, a group exhibition of contemporary Indigenous artists whose ceramic and clay-based practices examine relationships to land\, water\, memory\, and the body. Upstairs\, looking in/looking through\, curated by Casper Sutton-Fosman\, winner of the 2026 Middlebrook Prize for Young Canadian Curators\, considers the intertwined histories of photography and medical imaging\, while records and manifestations highlights photo-based work from the gallery’s permanent collection. \nCurators and artists will be in attendance. All are welcome. Admission is free. Refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be available.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/fall-exhibitions-launch-2026/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260916T131815Z
CREATED:20260916T131741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T131815Z
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SUMMARY:National Day of Truth and Reconciliation- Centre Wellington
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nJoin Dalton Associates and the Township of Centre Wellington for a special evening of remembrance\, reflection\, action\, and learning in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. \nWe are honoured to host Leo Stands Alone Strong Atlookan of Eabametoong First Nation\, alongside his brother\, Elmer Atlookan. Together\, this talented duo will offer: \nCultural Teachings & Stories: Personal reflections on history and traditional ways of living on the land. \nMusic & Dance: Artistry featuring the flute and hand drumming. \nTraditional Regalia: A visual display and explanation of sacred cultural attire. \nStay after the presentation for an exclusive meet-and-greet with Leo and Elmer. \nThis is a free event; however\, registration is required as space is limited
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/national-day-of-truth-and-reconciliation-centre-wellington/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville St.\, Elora\, N0B 1S0
CATEGORIES:Families,Heritage,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T133918Z
CREATED:20260825T133918Z
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Week: Gwelf Early Days Walking Tour with Jay Wilson
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Main Library before heading out on a walking tour with storyteller\, Jay Wilson. \nA moving theatrical journey. A 60 minute storytelling walking tour featuring amusing diary entries\, thrilling newspaper writings and local 19’th century poetry recited from memory as we visit unique historical locations in downtown Guelph. \nParticipants will have a chance to share their stories with refreshments\, following the walk. \nThis tour is recommended for ages 12+. \nInclement weather: In the case of inclement weather\, this program will be held at the Main Library\, in the program room.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/welcoming-week-gwelf-early-days-walking-tour-with-jay-wilson/
LOCATION:Guelph Public Library – Main Branch\, 100 Norfolk St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 4J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Public Library":MAILTO:askus@guelphpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T133918Z
CREATED:20260825T133918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T133918Z
UID:51599-1789207200-1789212600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Welcoming Week: Gwelf Early Days Walking Tour with Jay Wilson
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Main Library before heading out on a walking tour with storyteller\, Jay Wilson. \nA moving theatrical journey. A 60 minute storytelling walking tour featuring amusing diary entries\, thrilling newspaper writings and local 19’th century poetry recited from memory as we visit unique historical locations in downtown Guelph. \nParticipants will have a chance to share their stories with refreshments\, following the walk. \nThis tour is recommended for ages 12+. \nInclement weather: In the case of inclement weather\, this program will be held at the Main Library\, in the program room.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/welcoming-week-gwelf-early-days-walking-tour-with-jay-wilson-2/
LOCATION:Guelph Public Library – Main Branch\, 100 Norfolk St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 4J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Public Library":MAILTO:askus@guelphpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T133918Z
CREATED:20260825T133918Z
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SUMMARY:IMPROV CIRCUS!
DESCRIPTION:It’s the monthly live improv show that’s part high-wire act and part petris dish! \nGames\, scenes and shenanigans – wrangled by the rascally ringmaster and performed for you in the name of art and heresy. \nFollow this link for more info and to reserve your ticket for free: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/improv-circus-tickets-1998255159975 \nPs. The awesome artwork is by @marcelaecheverrioc
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/improv-circus-3/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Friendly Heretics":MAILTO:friendlyheretictheatrecompany@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T220000
DTSTAMP:20260908T173450Z
CREATED:20260908T171747Z
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UID:51807-1789063200-1789077600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Ward Night Market
DESCRIPTION:This Thursday is our final Boathouse market of the season\, and it’s shaping up to be an absolutely fantastic night. \nGuelph’s best FREE night out – and you get to choose your own adventure. \nGet an ice cream. Shop something handmade. Find some vintage. Listen to live music. Bike on by. Grab a drink on the Brothers Brewing patio. Walk through the park. Wander across the bridge. Bring the dog. Bring the kids. Do a little bit of everything. \nIt’s all happening by the river this Thursday. Come enjoy one more Boathouse night with us before the season is over! \n📅 Thursday\, September 10\n⏰ 6–10PM\n📍 The Boathouse • 116 Gordon St \nSupport local. Sustain community.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/ward-night-market-2/
LOCATION:The Boathouse\, 116 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 4H6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T180338Z
CREATED:20260730T180338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T180338Z
UID:51379-1788894000-1788901200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Audio Feedback as a Creative Tool
DESCRIPTION:Audio feedback can be an unbounded fury that screeches\, thunders\, and pierces the air\, but within its chaos lives vast potential for dynamic sonic behaviours and colour. In this workshop\, participants will learn the fundamentals of working with feedback in an eardrum-friendly way while maintaining its liveliness. Topics will include tools and techniques for safely and creatively interacting with audio feedback\, notable feedback artists\, works\, and instruments\, and non-audio uses of feedback. Participants will have opportunities for hands-on experience with feedback using microphones\, speakers\, contact mics and exciters\, feedback instruments\, and various processing tools. Working with feedback suggests an entangled understanding of sound that may be of particular interest to artists working in sound art\, media art\, and experimental music. \nFacilitated by Dave Riedstra \nExperience Level: Beginner \nPlease email workshops@edvideo.org with any questions and/or accessibility concerns.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/audio-feedback-as-a-creative-tool/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactive,Music,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260904T230000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184956Z
CREATED:20260811T184956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184956Z
UID:51528-1788552000-1788562800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Cinema in the City: Cars
DESCRIPTION:Full event posting here.\nSeptember 4 at 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm\n\n\n\nCinema in the City returns to the heart of the City in Market Square. Bring your lawn chairs\, blankets and snacks to enjoy free family-friendly movies starting at dusk. \nAbout the movie: On the way to the biggest race of his life\, a hotshot rookie race car gets stranded in a rundown town and learns that winning isn’t everything in life.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/cinema-in-the-city-cars/
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260331T182704Z
CREATED:20260331T182704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T182704Z
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SUMMARY:Unlock the Heart of Your Story: Discover Your Character’s Want- Vocamus Writers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Heart of Your Story: Discover Your Character’s Want SEPTEMBER 1st\nBy Denisha Naindoo\nIs your story missing that spark? Are your characters just going through the motions?\nLet’s uncover what truly drives your characters and your narrative forward.\nBring a pen\, a notebook\, and an open mind.\nSharing is optional\, inspiration is guaranteed.\nWalk away with new writing\, new insights and a new connection to your story. \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/unlock-the-heart-of-your-story-discover-your-characters-want-vocamus-writers-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T185350Z
CREATED:20260811T185350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T185350Z
UID:51530-1787652000-1787670000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:CAMP DAYS: Community Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Aug 25.2026\nTime: 10:00am – 3:00pm\nLocation: 358 Gordon Street Guelph\, ON N1G 1Y1\nPrice: Free\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer camp isn’t just for kids! \nBring yourself\, your family\, and friends\, and join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph on August 25 for a free\, all-ages day of artmaking to wrap up the summer season. \nDrop in throughout the day to experiment with different printmaking techniques\, make something of your own\, and add your mark to a collaborative community banner that will be displayed at the gallery until September 16. On September 17\, join us back at the gallery to celebrate the launch of our fall season! \nWhether you are 5 or 95\, a first-time printmaker or a seasoned artist\, everyone is welcome. Artists ages 13 and under must have a caregiver present. \nAll materials are provided. Come dressed for mess! \nClick here for more info
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/camp-days-community-printmaking/
CATEGORIES:Camps,Children,Families,Interactive,Visual Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T133910Z
CREATED:20260811T133910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T133910Z
UID:51477-1787252400-1787259600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Image Makers\, August
DESCRIPTION: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. \nExperience Level: All Levels \nIn August’s Image Makers session\, we will experiment with camera settings and lighting equipment to recreate a still from a low-light film scene (TBD). \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. \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-image-makers-august/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260816T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260816T143000
DTSTAMP:20260813T145746Z
CREATED:20260813T145746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T145746Z
UID:51556-1786890600-1786890600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Out on the Shelf Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 16\n2:30–4:30 PM\nFirst Floor\, Old Quebec Street Shoppes (55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph) \n\nOfficial ribbon cutting ceremony\nTour the new library and community space\nMeet staff\, volunteers\, partners\, and community members\n\nEnjoy light refreshments and community connection. This move represents more than a new location\, it’s an investment in creating an even more welcoming\, accessible\, and affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ people across Guelph and Wellington County. \nFor more info about Out on the Shelf visit their website. \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/out-on-the-shelf-grand-opening/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Families,Interactive,Literary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T113132Z
CREATED:20260806T113132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T113132Z
UID:51417-1786735800-1786741200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:IMPROV CIRCUS!
DESCRIPTION:Ouuuuuuuu Ahhhhhh…\nIt’s IMPROV CIRCUS\, once again!! \nThis sensational show blends together improvisers from Guelph and surrounding area with a range of styles for a magical evening of games\, scenes and experimental formats that will never be the same again! The show is hosted by the ringmaster who always has surprises in store for the performers. It’s the shock and awe\, the hilarity\, and the emotional moments that make this show so much fun for everyone in the room. \nYou can also enjoy free samples + killer candy for sale from Craig and Amanda AKA Sugar Syndicate! \nReserve your ticket here for free. At the door we’ll accept cash donations to help us continue to host shows and classes\, and support our local art community! \nCome enjoy the spontaneous magical once-in-a-lifetime moments that make an improv show spectacular. \nWe’d love to see you there! \nPs. The awesome artwork is by @marcelaecheverrioc
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/improv-circus-2/
LOCATION:Silence.\, 46 Essex Street\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Friendly Heretics":MAILTO:friendlyheretictheatrecompany@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T180000
DTSTAMP:20260813T134843Z
CREATED:20260813T134833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T134843Z
UID:51553-1786730400-1786730400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Art in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Feeling creative? Come join Skov park Neighbourhood Group this Friday at Skov Park for an outdoor art day. Get inspired by nature to make art! \nArt supplies will be provided\, but you can also bring your own! Everyone is welcome to this free event. \n580 Eramosa Road\, Guelph
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T130308Z
CREATED:20260811T130308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T130308Z
UID:51513-1786716000-1786719600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Presented by Guelph Arts Council: An Afternoon with Artist Grazyna Adamska-Jarecka
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register. \nJoin GAC and the Guelph Public Library for a conversation with local artist Grazyna Adamska-Jarecka and Preetam Sengupta\, Executive Director of the Guelph Arts Council. Grazyna will share insight into her approach to making art\, including how she created the pieces in her exhibit\, Oceans\, Wetlands\, and Greenlands. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to connect with one of Guelph’s own creative voices. \nWhile you’re at the Library\, visit Grazyna’s exhibit\, Oceans\, Wetlands\, and Greenlands which depicts vital and interconnected ecosystems. The exhibit features more than 25 paintings displayed across three library locations: Main Library\, East Side Library\, and Westminster Square Library. The collection includes works from the artist’s My Oceanic Allegories show\, as well as paintings depicting forests\, lakes\, and wetlands. \nAbout the Artist\nGrazyna Adamska-Jarecka is a Polish-born Canadian painter who has lived in Guelph\, Ontario\, for thirty years. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art from the University of Guelph in 2002 and her Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2006. Her background in biology has greatly influenced her artistic interests. Throughout her career\, her work has oscillated between abstract interpretations of microbes\, coral reefs\, landscapes\, the human body\, and communication. \nAbout Guelph Arts Council\nGuelph Arts Council (GAC) is a registered charity\, community resource\, and cultural hub for artists\, arts organizations\, and audiences. GAC supports Guelph’s creative community by championing cultural initiatives\, connecting residents and visitors with the arts\, and promoting the benefits of the arts for individuals and the community. Visit guelpharts.ca to learn more.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/presented-by-guelph-arts-council-an-afternoon-with-artist-grazyna-adamska-jarecka/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T113000
DTSTAMP:20260811T172425Z
CREATED:20260811T172425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T172425Z
UID:51522-1786701600-1786707000@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales with the Guelph Guild of Storytellers
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 14 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM \nRiverside Park\, 709 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, Ontario N1H 7G6 Canada \nEntering its 19th season. Tea ‘n’ Tales is a 14-week storytelling festival\, hosted by the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and the Guelph Enabling Garden. The audience is entertained with an hour of adult -oriented tales from tellers from across Ontario and from the US. Originally focusing on seniors\, the events are open to all\, although young children would find the stories complex. In advance of the tellers\, musicians\, choral groups and singers entertain the assembly from 10:00 until 10:30. While unpredictable\, Robert Munsch often attends and adds an impromptuy addition to our programme.\nFree coffee and treats are provided (you are asked to bring your own mug and lawn chair).\nWhile the event is free\, donations to further the projects of the two organizations are always appreciated.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-with-the-guelph-guild-of-storytellers/
CATEGORIES:Literary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260707T191833Z
CREATED:20260707T190716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T191833Z
UID:51111-1786122000-1786129200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:AGG Sunshine Studio Series: Carve & Create\, Linocutting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 7\, 2026 | 5 – 7 pm\, Art Gallery of Guelph \nLearn to design\, carve\, and ink your own linocut stamp and create prints on paper or a tote bag \nThe Art Gallery of Guelph’s Sunshine Studio Series is a welcoming\, creative\, and social space where community members 16+ are invited to gather\, connect\, and explore their creativity through a series of guided beginner-friendly craft activities each Friday. \nWorkshops are aimed at students\, emerging professionals\, and anyone looking to connect with others while exploring new artmaking techniques and materials. Led by the AGG’s Leah Orellana-Banning\, each week offers a new activity with something handmade and uniquely yours to bring home every time. \nWorkshops run each Friday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm for four weeks. Tickets are limited to 25 participants per workshop\, so register now!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/agg-sunshine-studio-series-carve-create-linocutting-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Visual Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260809T000000
DTSTAMP:20260714T181814Z
CREATED:20260714T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T181814Z
UID:51257-1786060800-1786233600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Drake Equation
DESCRIPTION:In 1975\, an artist boards a sailboat and disappears. In 2020\, a poet walks out his front door\, never to be seen again. And in 2022\, an actor steps onto a plane hoping it will crash. \n“The Drake Equation” is a lecture performance about artists who die in the middle of making projects\, leaving behind an unfinished work. The show weaves through themes of alien life\, suicide\, mid-60s pop music\, mid-aughts hip-hop\, air travel\, boating accidents\, the planet Mars\, and the persistent question of whether art is worth dying for.  \nDubbed “extremely grim but funny” by one reviewer\, the show serves as a follow up to “Dead People Are Liking Things On Facebook\,” which was presented at Guelph Fringe Festival in 2023. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings: Death or dying\, Mental illness and ableism\, Self-harm and suicide\, Swears or curses \n\nVenue: Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham St N\, Unit 22B \nDates: \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\, 2026\, 2:30 p.m \nMore info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/thedrakeequation
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-drake-equation/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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UID:51251-1786060800-1786147200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Detention
DESCRIPTION:When high-school teacher Samantha Twiggs (Sam) finds herself facing an educational tribunal for vague accusations of unprofessional conduct\, she defends herself with wit and impassioned appeals for the freedom of reading. Will her love of popular music and rosé give her the strength she needs to face personal challenges and shifting tides in the field of education? Will her moral compass and her inner resources betray her when she meets an old flame who also happens to be the divorced father of one of her teenaged students? This one-woman show raises prickly questions about the integrity of contemporary educators and how they square their humanity with their public-facing careers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings:  \n\n\nDeath or dying\, Swears or curses\, Includes misogynistic words that are challenged critically \n\nVenue: Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham St N\, Unit 22B \nDates: \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 2:30 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 9:30 p.m \nFor more info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/detention
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/detention/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTAMP:20260714T150444Z
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UID:51215-1786060800-1786147200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Road to Somewhere
DESCRIPTION:When LaLi is suddenly dismissed from the circus and told to leave immediately\, she finds herself facing a question she never expected: what comes next? \nDetermined not to let one closed door define her future\, Lali embarks on a journey of reinvention. As she searches for a new path\, she explores unlikely opportunities\, encounters curious strangers\, and stumbles into situations that are equal parts chaotic\, hilarious\, and heartwarming. \nFrom a picnic that takes an unexpected turn to an attempt at magic gone spectacularly wrong\, and even a boxing ring showdown\, each new adventure challenges LaLi’s assumptions about who she is and who she might become. \nBlending physical comedy\, clowning and heartfelt storytelling\, this family-friendly show celebrates resilience\, curiosity\, and the courage to keep going when life doesn’t go according to plan. \nA playful journey of misadventure and self-discovery\, LaLi’s search for belonging may lead somewhere she never thought to look. \n\nVenue: Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St N \n\nDates: \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 9:30 p.m. \n\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 1:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m \nMore info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/theroadtosomewhere
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-road-to-somewhere/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T122337Z
CREATED:20260708T122337Z
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UID:51130-1786039200-1786042800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Heads & Tales - A JayWalking Theatre Event at the Library
DESCRIPTION:One Hat. One Stage. Endless Possibilities.\nAs a student of theatre\, Jay was captivated by legendary performers who could recite poetry\, speeches\, or any text at the drop of a hat. In Heads & Tales\, he does just that: drop the hat and entertain. \nOver the years\, monologues\, poems\, and unforgettable passages have gathered in the recesses of his mind. To keep them alive\, the titles go into a hat. You draw one. Jay performs it. Neither of you knows what’s coming next. \nEvery performance is different. Every draw is a surprise.\nAn evening of stories\, wit\, and words brought vividly to life. \nCome curious. Leave surprised. \nFREE – REGISTER HERE \nIf the weather co-operates this event will be held outside on the lovely patio at the West End Branch of the Guelph Public Library
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/heads-tales-a-jaywalking-theatre-event-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Guelph Library West End Branch\, 21 Imperial Road South\, Guelph\, N1K 1X3
CATEGORIES:Performance
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UID:51255-1785974400-1786233600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Trivial Lawsuit
DESCRIPTION:Trivial Lawsuit is an award-winning Fringe Festival comedy gameshow is returning to Guelph and you get to be a part of it. Every show is different so you will get a new experience every time. Trivial Lawsuit takes the classic format of a live trivia gameshow and flips it on its head with unexpected twists\, hilarious routines\, and many out-of-this-world mini games within the game. The best part is that YOU can be one of 4 lucky and voluntary contestants! Or. if you prefer\, you can just sit back and enjoy it from the audience.  \nReviews have hailed Trivial Lawsuit as being “One of the most creative\, unique\, and out-there shows I have ever seen”\, and “A one-of-a-kind show; I could not stop laughing the entire time.” Written\, produced\, and performed by Graeme Taylor\, a Toronto-based comedy writer and performer who’s been described as “one of the most promising young voices in comedy I have seen in years” by Mark Breslin\, owner of the Canadian Yuk Yuk’s comedy club franchise. He has been making people laugh all his life and now he’s coming back to Guelph. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings: Death or dying\, Murder\, Self-harm and suicide\, Swears or curses\, Violence\, While there is no nudity or pornographic content of any kind\, there is some sexually explicit themes I guess? There are many sexual jokes in the show\, but the most explicit thing I actually show is a cartoonishly large censor bar where someone’s groin would be. \n\nVenue: Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham St N\, Unit 22B \nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 9:30 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 4:00 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\, 2026\, 4:00 p.m \nMore info and dates: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/triviallawsuit
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/trivial-lawsuit/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTAMP:20260714T151125Z
CREATED:20260714T150710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T151125Z
UID:51217-1785974400-1786233600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Paradise On Earth – An Environmental Musical Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Meet the modern-day conscientious family comprised of Mom\, Daughter\, Step Parent and ‘wannabe Son-In-Law’ Boyfriend as they spend a day in the life in this family dynamic discovering what their beliefs and values are concerning the natural world\, the impact we all have on the environment and the choices in front of all of us concerning how we as the human race could live harmoniously with Mother Earth. The humorous short play contains original music and will leave you feeling happy to be alive in these impactful times. \nVenue: Guelph Arts Council\, 55 Wyndham St N\, Unit 22B \nDates: \nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 8:00 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\, 2026\, 1:00 p.m \nMore info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/paradiseonearth
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/paradise-on-earth-an-environmental-musical-comedy/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTAMP:20260714T150116Z
CREATED:20260714T144308Z
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UID:51211-1785974400-1786233600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Abbey Road Bomb Shelter
DESCRIPTION:Set inside the secret room at Abbey Road Studios in London\, globetrotting session musicians record songs from the world’s iconic recording studios. From Europe and India to the Caribbean and Quebec\, their intrepid manager calls the tunes from rock’s greatest sessions! \n\nVenue: Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St N \nDates: \n\nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m \n\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 8:00 p.m \n\nSunday\, August 9\, 2026\, 2:30 p.m \nFor more info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/abbeyroadbombshelter
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/abbey-road-bomb-shelter/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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UID:51113-1785974400-1786233600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Fringe Festival
DESCRIPTION:August 6-9\, 2026\nThe Guelph Fringe Festival is a performing arts festival that celebrates creativity\, diversity\, and inclusivity. It is a platform for innovative theatre and performance – regardless of content\, form or style – where all ticket revenue goes directly to the artists. We showcase a variety of shows from local and international artists\, providing a platform for emerging talent and established performers alike. \nTickets will be on sale soon! Check the Guelph Fringe Festival Website for updates: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/guelph-fringe-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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UID:51253-1785974400-1786147200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Second Best Friend
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Boston is a stand up comedian\, bestselling author\, actor\, podcaster and veterinary surgical oncologist. She is just focussing on being a stand up comedian for this show. Sarah has spent a lot of her formative years in Guelph and she is so happy to be back performing at the Guelph Fringe Festival. This hour long show will be a work in progress of Sarah’s stand up comedy. Sarah has previously performed at the Guelph Fringe Festival (2024\, Jury Nod for Storytelling)\, Ottawa Fringe Festival (2025)\, Women in Comedy Festival UK (2025) and the Halifax Comedy Festival (2026). She doesn’t know why she is saying this in third person\, but also she can’t wait to see you! She is thrilled to be performing in Guelph and also a bit relieved that her mom won’t be at the show to heckle her. (It’s a problem.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings:  \n\n\nSwears or curses \n\nVenue: Red Brick Cafe\, 8 Douglas St \nDates: \nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 9:30 p.m \nMore info and tickets: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/secondbestfriend
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/second-best-friend/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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UID:51219-1785974400-1786147200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:The Need To Be Valuable
DESCRIPTION:All our lives we’ve been taught to chase worth\, value and validation. As an artist I find my responsibility is to wear my heart on my sleeve. Th show shared humanity. I however have not contributed to making the world a better place. I like many have no idea how. Journey with me to open dialogue both micro (personal) and macro (systematic) through poetry\, non fiction and satire. As I aim to show you that you’re not alone in your experiences and observations. \nThat which is most genuine is most general. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings:  \n\n\nAbuse\, Classism\, Death or dying\, Murder\, Self-harm and suicide\, Swears or curses\, Violence\, Satire \n\nVenue: Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St N \nDates: \nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 9:30 p.m. \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 4:00 p.m \nMore info and tickets here: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/theneedtobevaluable
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/the-need-to-be-valuable/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTAMP:20260714T142927Z
CREATED:20260714T142927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T142927Z
UID:51209-1785974400-1786147200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tales From the Wacky Dimension
DESCRIPTION:The only sketch comedy show where a bond villain goes to therapy\, pirates comply to OSHA\, God sits down with Jimmy Fallon\, and there’s Bimpo\, a silly little guy in a propeller hat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContent warnings:  \n\n\nDeath or dying\, Kidnapping and abduction\, Murder\, Swears or curses\, Violence \n\nVenue: Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St N \nDates: \n\nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\, 8pm \n\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 2:30pm \n\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 2:30 p.m \nMore info and tickets here: https://www.guelphfringe.ca/artistinformation2026/talesfromthewackydimension
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tales-from-the-wacky-dimension/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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