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SUMMARY:Band Camp Junior Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Band Camp Junior is a week-long day camp for kids in grades 1-6 who want to explore their love of music through games and demonstrations with new friends. \nAt Band Camp Junior\, kids have fun with hands-on introductory workshops with some cool instruments and experience a wide variety of music styles. Led by keen musicians and educators\, campers enjoy participating a wide variety of musical activities\, from bucket drumming to body percussion to music theory and everything in between. \nCampers will try out different types of instruments alongside dedicated music mentors. There’s also typical camp games\, projects and team-building activities. At the end of the week\, campers take part our end-of-week free mini-concert for parents and friends.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/band-camp-junior-guelph/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Z7
CATEGORIES:Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20250415T195131Z
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SUMMARY:Band Camp Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Bandology’s annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 7-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer. \nLed by some of the best conductors\, clinicians and music teachers in southern Ontario\, teenage campers at Band Camp enjoy using top-notch music facilities to participate in warm-ups and chorales\, break-out into sectionals and small groups\, and rehearse as a full concert band. There’s also lots of fun with games\, camp projects and team-building activities.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/band-camp-guelph/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Z7
CATEGORIES:Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T150000
DTSTAMP:20250723T125435Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception for "Impressions Together" + Print Sale
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the closing reception and print sale for Impressions Together on July 26 from 1:00-3:00PM at 10C Shared Space (42 Carden St.). \n\nImpressions Together is the culminating exhibition from the A2A: Collaborative Print Project – an artist project that supported the exploration of printmaking for artists with developmental disabilities. \nParticipating Artists included Natalie Bieniarz\, Talia Baskin-Kesselman\, Alec MacKenzie and Jennifer Misener-Mitton. Through the project the group was mentored by local artists and facilitators\, Paige Bromby and Ahmri Vandeborne in different printmaking processes\, a body of work and writing personal artist biographies. All 6 artists worked together to each create a print series – collaborating on works together and helping each other discover their favourite parts of making art. \nPlease join in celebrating the incredible body of work created during this project and the talented artists behind the work. \nThe closing reception will also feature the unveiling of the Print Book from the project – which will include artist features\, quotes and a selection of art from the project\, curated by the artists and created with the help of PS Guelph. \nThe exhibition is up from July 3 to 26 at 10C’s Main Floor Gallery. Gallery Hours are Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM. \nThis project is generously funded by Barbara Salsberg-Matthews and Bruce Matthews through the Pay it Forward Arts Fund administered through Art Not Shame\, and the City of Guelph’s Community Arts Micro Granting Program. \nA2A (Access2Arts) is an artist-run community project by local artists Ahmri Vandeborne and Paige Bromby. Through a series of programs and workshops\, A2A seeks to provide accessible points of entry into the Guelph-Wellington visual arts scene. Providing valuable mentorship\, creative opportunities and professional development for artists with diverse abilities. Contact Ahmri and Paige at access2artsproject@gmail.com with questions about the program. \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/closing-reception-for-impressions-together/
LOCATION:10C Shared Space\, 42 Carden St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3A2\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20250722T181021Z
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SUMMARY:Long Dash Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 26–27 | 10 AM–3 PM
 at rare Slit Barn & ECO Centre\, Cambridge\, ON \nJoin rare and Musagetes for the second annual Long Dash Festival\, a collaborative event bringing together the worlds of art and science. At the rare Slit Barn and ECO Centre\, you will find a series of programs over two days that explore the interconnections and overlaps between arts and science while showcasing the talents of various artists\, musicians\, naturalists and scientists. An immersive two‑day celebration of creativity and curiosity\, this event brings together artists\, naturalists\, scientists\, and community members in a shared exploration of the interconnected relationships with land\, water\, and the more-than-human world. \nWhy the Long Dash?\nThe Long Dash Skipper\, Polites mystic\, is a brown and orange butterfly found in grassy habitats like meadows\, marshes\, stream banks and forest edges including on rare lands. Named after a butterfly like its sister programs – the Eastern Comma Artist in Residence and the Question Mark Fellowship – the Long Dash Festival also brings to mind punctuation\, in this case em-dashes though also perhaps en-dashes and hyphens\, all marks of connection that bring two parts into relationship with each other. \nSimilarly\, the Long Dash Festival brings together the worlds of art and science—as well as those of Musagetes and rare—to explore what happens in the overlap. \nAll activities are free to attend. Please note that registration is required for certain activities as supplies are limited.  Submitting an RSVP to other activities will help us determine numbers. \nClick here for schedule of programs\, and to RSVP by activity \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/long-dash-festival/
LOCATION:rare ECO Centre\, 768 Blair Road\, Cambridge\, Ontario\, N3H 4R8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T113000
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SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 25 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden \, The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Brampton’s Judy and Paul Caulfield and local Maryann Bailey\, with prelude entertainment by Michael Schultz. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-9/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T193000
DTSTAMP:20250707T145529Z
CREATED:20250707T145529Z
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SUMMARY:155\,578 Artist Socials: Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph for 155\,578 | Artist Socials: Printmaking – a casual evening of creativity\, conversation\, and community. \nDrop in July 24\, 5:30–7:30 pm to connect with fellow artists\, share your process\, ask questions\, and build your creative circle. Hosted by Curator of Contemporary Art Erin Szikora\, this is your chance to engage with the exhibition 155\,578 in a whole new way.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/155578-artist-socials-printmaking/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T203000
DTSTAMP:20250708T172334Z
CREATED:20250708T171643Z
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UID:44788-1753210800-1753216200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Community Cares Panel: Supporting Artists in Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Guelph cares about local artists. \nJoin us for an inspiring conversation moderated by Erin Szikora\, Curator of Contemporary Art\, on how Guelph-based organizations are building a stronger\, more vibrant creative community. Come hear from local leaders at the Art Not Shame\, Ed Video\, Guelph Tool Library\, Necessary Arts\, Otherwise Studios\, and Wyndham Art Supplies as they share insights on supporting artists and strengthening our cultural ecosystem.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/community-cares-panel-supporting-artists-in-guelph/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T203000
DTSTAMP:20250708T173724Z
CREATED:20250708T173724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T173724Z
UID:44794-1753207200-1753216200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Love & Protest: A Workshop on Revolutionary Songwriting (Part One)
DESCRIPTION:Love & Protest: A Workshop on Revolutionary Songwriting\, led by Joni NehRita.\nTuesday\, July 22nd + Tuesday\, July 29th\, 6-8:30pm\nFREE\, Spaces limited – Register/RSVP here! \nIn this 2 part workshop\, singer/songwriter & community musician\, Joni NehRita will lead participants through creative exercises to help uncover: \n* What is really important?\n* What does your voice long to say?\n* Where do our wishes and offerings differ and where do they overlap? \nThrough circle practices\, music improvisation games\, and free writing with prompts\, Joni will help guide you to writing your own revolutionary song! \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/love-protest-a-workshop-on-revolutionary-songwriting-part-one/
LOCATION:Art Not Shame\, 119 Wyndham St North\, Guelph\, N1H 4E9
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T200000
DTSTAMP:20250507T020247Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Vocamus Writers Workshops
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. \nDemystifying the personal essay By Zandra Juarez\n[July 22nd 6-8pm]\nPublishing and Promoting Your Writing By Greg Rhyno\n[August 26th 6-8pm]\nThe Art of Biography and Family History By Judith Nasby\n[September 30th 6-8pm]\nWriting on Your Feet By Sharon B. Moore\nOctober 28th [6-8pm]\nThe Crafting of a Memoir By Sue Williams\n[November 25th 6-8pm]
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/2025-vocamus-writers-workshops-2/
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T160213Z
CREATED:20250610T160143Z
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SUMMARY:Art in the Arb: Natural Textures and Patterns
DESCRIPTION:From bark ridges to moss carpets\, this session focuses on texture\, repetition\, and the fine details of the forest. We’ll begin with a short walk to explore natural textures\, followed by open-media creative time indoors led with samples and photographs. This session provides the opportunity to closely observe patterns\, structures\, and textures that are commonly overlooked in nature. Hosted by Mikaela Ryan\, this is an opportunity to create outdoors in a unique setting. Open to any medium or level of experience! \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nObservational walk followed by a relaxed\, open-media session\nA focus on organic patterns and tactile inspiration\nAll creative practices and media welcome\nBring your own art supplies\n\nClick Here to Register for a Workshop \nPlease note: This program includes a self-directed creative session without formal artistic instruction. We will provide a plein air location\, introduction to our collections\, and a theme. You bring your artistic eye and anything you need for your creative! Assure these are supplies that you can carry. \n*Maximum 20 adults. Registrants must be age 14+. \nLearn more about our Art in the Arb Program
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-in-the-arb-natural-textures-and-patterns/
LOCATION:Arboretum (University of Guelph)\, 200 Arboretum Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T160000
DTSTAMP:20250715T153812Z
CREATED:20250715T153812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T153812Z
UID:45026-1753014600-1753027200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Bike Tour + Paste Up
DESCRIPTION:Come play with Anna Gaby-Trotz and Richelle Forsey for a short ~45-minute bike ride/show & tell of their paste ups installed for CAFKA.25 around Downtown Kitchener. The bike tour begins at Red Raccoon Bike Rescue and ends at Angie’s Waterloo (closed) for a community paste up at the site of the CAFKA.23 billboard! \nTips and tricks for outdoor urban paste up will be shared\, followed by creating a collaborative piece together. Send your own image or text artworks to be ready for paste-up at the workshop. Ready-to-paste artworks and texts\, as well as paste and paste up tools will be made available at the community paste up site. \n  \nMeet at 12:30 for bike tour at 79 Joseph Street\, Kitchener ON\, N2G 1J2 (Red Raccoon Bike Rescue)  \nCommunity Paste Up at 1:45 at 47 Erb Street W\, Waterloo ON N2L 158Participants must bring their own bicycles for this tour.Joining the bike tour is not required and you can meet at Angie’s Waterloo at 1:45pm.Artwork must be received by July 15th in order for it to be printed for the workshop. PDF or JPEG files are preferredMaximum print size of 11” x 17”High resolution files work best (150-300 dpi)Email files to: thelandscapeisdead@gmail.comVisit LandscapeIsDead.com for links and more details.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/bike-tour-paste-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T224500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T224500
DTSTAMP:20250717T182009Z
CREATED:20250717T182009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T182009Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Ed Video is so excited to be presenting a program of 7 video art works by some of our favourite artists at the Fabulous Festival of Fringe Film this Saturday night! Taste of Ed Video is a menu dégustation of work by  the following artists: \n01. Elisa Glugosh\, “whale?\,” 2024.\n02. Evgenia Mikhaylova\, “Mimeglish\, or How to Spot a Meaning When The Sound Stands Still\,” 2022.\n03. Maria Simmons\, “Segmented Life\, Regenerative System\,” 2022.\n04. Marissa Sean Cruz\, “BILLED-A-BEAR ʕ´•ᴥ•`ʔ\,” 2021.\n05. Maddie Lychek\, “Bulge\,” 2021.\n06. Racquel Rowe\, “Bodies of Water\,” 2023.\n07. sophia bartholomew\, “short dreams\,” 2023. \nThe program will screen at 10:45pm on Saturday July 19 at Glencolton Farms as part of the festival’s 4-day program of visual art\, installation\, film\, food\, and everything in between. \nThe Fabulous Festival of Fringe Film will take place on Saugeen Ojibway Nation Territory from Thursday July 17 to Sunday July 20. Check out @fabfilmfest1 for the full schedule!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/45160/
LOCATION:Ed Video Media Arts Centre\, 404 York Rd.\, Guelph\, N1E 3H4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T113000
DTSTAMP:20250609T202245Z
CREATED:20250606T163422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T202245Z
UID:44342-1752919200-1752924600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 19 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden for a special children’s programme\, The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Family Friendly Storytelling “Under the Magic Ash”\, with Toronto’s Ruth Danziger\, and Beve Matson and Sya VanGeest\, with prelude sing-a-long with Larry Gibbs.  \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-8/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T230000
DTSTAMP:20250612T202148Z
CREATED:20250612T202148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T202148Z
UID:44496-1752859800-1753052400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Hillside 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Hillside Summer Festival is a multi-stage event with a broad artistic vision that emphasizes diversity:  of culture\, of musical heritage and style\, of age\, geography and influence. \nThis year Hillside is taking place July 18th to July 20th on Guelph Lake Island rain or shine. \nTo view this year’s line up and check out ticket options click here.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/hillside-2025/
LOCATION:Guelph Lake Conservation Area\, 7743 Conservation Rd RR4\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 6J1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T113000
DTSTAMP:20250606T162258Z
CREATED:20250606T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T162258Z
UID:44340-1752832800-1752838200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 18 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Ruth Danziger and Lynn Torrie\, both of Toronto with prelude entertainment by Alison Lemoux. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-7/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20250708T192600Z
CREATED:20250708T192600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T192600Z
UID:44807-1752325200-1752339600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Printing in the Park: Liberation Quilt
DESCRIPTION:Wild Queer Abolitionist Collective invites you to their upcoming Art Jam Gathering.\nThis event is completely free\, and everyone is welcome\, no previous art experience is necessary! This event is a drop in\, so come for as long as you would like to stay! WQAC will have snacks\, water\, and masks\, creative prompts and some printing materials available. A friendly reminder to bring any food/snacks\, (nut-free please)\, drinks\, blankets\, seating and other supplies (hats\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, etc.) that would make you feel most comfortable outdoors!  \nThe vision for this Art Jam is to block print on individual squares of fabric to create a Liberation Quilt – this art form has been deeply rooted in community practice and collective resistance\, stemming from the AIDs movement and one that has been recently used by artists and organizers in the US and Canada for Palestine and Women Against Police Brutality. What WQAC hopes for this gathering is to come together with our community to not only socialize and build relationships with one another\, but to share\, create\, and express our feelings on what could/should/would abolitionist dissent and creativity look like in Guelph and the Tri Cities.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/printing-in-the-park-liberation-quilt/
LOCATION:Royal City Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T113000
DTSTAMP:20250606T162021Z
CREATED:20250606T162021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T162021Z
UID:44334-1752228000-1752233400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 11 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Toronto’s duet tellers\, Meryl Arbing and Jean Bubba\, with prelude entertainment by singer/songwriter Ian Reid. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-6/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T193000
DTSTAMP:20250724T144749Z
CREATED:20250724T144749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T144749Z
UID:44607-1752168600-1755804600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:155\,578 | Artist Socials
DESCRIPTION:Join Curator of Contemporary Art Erin Szikora for a series of casual\, drop-in socials that activate AGG’s current exhibition 155\,578 through community dialogue and artist exchange. Pop by the gallery to connect with other makers working in your medium\, share knowledge\, ask questions\, and form connections. All are welcome and light refreshments will be provided. \n\n155\,578 | Artist Socials: Drawing and Painting\nJuly 10\, 5:30 – 7:30 pm \n155\,578 | Artist Socials: Printmaking\nJuly 24\, 5:30 – 7:30 pm \n155\,578 | Artist Socials: Lens-based Media\nAugust 7\, 5:30 – 7:30 pm \n155\,578 | Artist Socials: Sculpture\, Textile\, and Installation\nAugust 21\, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/155578-artist-socials/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Interactive,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T193000
DTSTAMP:20250707T145344Z
CREATED:20250707T145344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T145344Z
UID:44741-1752168600-1752175800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:155\, 578 Artist Socials: Drawing and Painting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph for 155\,578 | Artist Socials: Drawing and Painting – a casual evening of creativity\, conversation\, and community. \nDrop in July 10\, 5:30–7:30 pm to connect with fellow artists\, share your process\, ask questions\, and build your creative circle. Hosted by Curator of Contemporary Art Erin Szikora\, this is your chance to engage with the exhibition 155\,578 in a whole new way.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/155-578-artist-socials-drawing-and-painting/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T155915Z
CREATED:20250610T155915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T155915Z
UID:44430-1751994000-1752001200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Art in the Arb: Under the Canopy
DESCRIPTION:Turn your gaze upward and explore light\, movement\, and structure in tree canopies and branches. Consider scale\, height\, and layers—taking inspiration from The Arboretum’s tree collections. Hosted by Mikaela Ryan\, this is an opportunity to create outdoors in a unique setting. Open to any medium or level of experience! \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nOpen-air\, open-media creative session beneath the trees\nA calm setting for reflective\, independent work\nInspiration from The Arboretum’s living tree collections and new familiarity with our unique plant species\nBring your own art supplies\n\nClick Here to Register for a Workshop \nPlease note: This program includes a self-directed creative session without formal artistic instruction. We will provide a plein air location\, introduction to our collections\, and a theme. You bring your artistic eye and anything you need for your creative! Assure these are supplies that you can carry. \n*Maximum 20 adults. Registrants must be age 14+. \nLearn more about our Art in the Arb Program
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-in-the-arb-under-the-canopy/
LOCATION:Arboretum (University of Guelph)\, 200 Arboretum Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T163000
DTSTAMP:20250128T154301Z
CREATED:20250128T154301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T154301Z
UID:40607-1751878800-1755880200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Camps at the GYMC!
DESCRIPTION:Summer Camp registration at the GYMC is officially open! Whether your child is looking to explore new interests\, make lasting friendships\, or dive into a summer of fun and learning\, our camps offer something for everyone. Spaces are limited and fill quickly\, so be sure to secure your spot today! Register today at gymc.ca
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/summer-camps-at-the-gymc/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Z7
CATEGORIES:Camps,Children,Families,Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Youth Music Centre":MAILTO:office@gymc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T113000
DTSTAMP:20250606T162143Z
CREATED:20250606T161905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T162143Z
UID:44332-1751623200-1751628600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 4 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome well-known local teller\, Brad Woods and global teller\, Norman Perrin with prelude entertainment by Tim Albert. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-5/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T160028Z
CREATED:20250610T155705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T160028Z
UID:44428-1751562000-1751569200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Art in the Arb: Pollinator Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the busy world of pollinators during this creative outdoor program. Focus on the movement\, interaction\, and crucial work of bees\, butterflies\, and other pollinating species. Artists are encouraged to interpret this theme through their craft in any way they see fit! This session invites any interpretation engaged with the theme of pollination. Hosted by Mikaela Ryan\, this is an opportunity to create outdoors in a unique setting. Open to any medium or level of experience! \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nOpen-air\, open-media creative session in Gosling Gardens\nInspiration from The Arboretum’s pollinator friends and new familiarity with our work and gardens\nBring your own art supplies\n\nClick Here to Register for a Workshop \nPlease note: This program includes a self-directed creative session without formal artistic instruction. We will provide a plein air location\, introduction to our collections\, and a theme. You bring your artistic eye and anything you need for your creative! Assure these are supplies that you can carry. \n*Maximum 20 adults. Registrants must be age 14+. \nLearn more about our Art in the Arb Program
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-in-the-arb-pollinator-perspectives/
LOCATION:Arboretum (University of Guelph)\, 200 Arboretum Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250701T170000
DTSTAMP:20250609T202648Z
CREATED:20250606T161726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T202648Z
UID:44330-1751364000-1751389200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On July 1\, for a special Canada day programme\, at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Hamilton’s Barb Vollick\, the wonderful James Gordon\, with local Larry Gibbs\, with entertainment by the Guelph Concert Band. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-4/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T113000
DTSTAMP:20250606T161124Z
CREATED:20250606T161124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T161124Z
UID:44326-1751018400-1751023800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Tea ‘n’ Tales
DESCRIPTION:On June 27 at 10:00 am at the Guelph Enabling Garden\,  The Guelph Guild of Storytellers welcome Elora’s Donna McCaw and Guelph’s Rusty Dougherty\, with prelude entertainment by Chris Dillan. \nThe Guelph Guild of Storytellers  and the Guelph Enabling Garden have announced their line-up for this summer’s Tea ‘n’ Tales. Beginning June 13\, seniors (and others) are invited to the 14 Fridays of storytelling\, to hear 28 tellers: some local\, some regional\, some from afar. Members of the audience should bring a lawn chair and their own mug for a free coffee (courtesy of Planet Bean)\, and occasional complimentary treats. \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/tea-n-tales-3/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 681 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, N1H 3Y8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T203000
DTSTAMP:20250620T132045Z
CREATED:20250619T202421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132045Z
UID:44536-1750962600-1750969800@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting and Sharefest!
DESCRIPTION:Dear Members & Friends\,⁠\n⁠\nCome join us for an evening of review and celebration – meet the staff\, the board\, during our Annual Meeting. When business is concluded\, we will have our traditional Sharefest\, the portion of the night where we celebrate YOU\, the members. GAC members may take a couple of minutes to share what you’re working on (artwork\, music\, literature\, etc.)\, interested in\, or curious about. ⁠⁠ \nThis year’s meeting will be in-person artBar\, 37 Quebec Street\, Upper Level. ⁠The location is fully accessible. ⁠\n⁠As GAC marks its 50th year\, we will once again find ourselves in a new home\, leaving the artBar after just over 2 years. We’ll miss it here\, but we’re excited for what’s ahead for the organization. This will be the final event in our artBar space before we move to our new home in July\, so we invite members and friends to help celebrate and close it down with food\, beverages\, and cheer. ⁠\n⁠\n⁠A reminder that in order to vote\, your membership must be current. If you’re not sure if your membership is up to date\, reach out to administration@guelpharts.ca and we will be happy to check. ⁠\n⁠\nThere’s an exciting year ahead\, and we hope you will join us on Thursday\, June 26th!⁠\n⁠\nFollow this link to RSVP 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/annual-meeting-and-sharefest/
LOCATION:artBar\, 37 Quebec St (above Miijidaa)\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 2T1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T155523Z
CREATED:20250610T155523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T155523Z
UID:44426-1750957200-1750964400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Art in the Arb: In Full Bloom
DESCRIPTION:The flowers are in bloom\, and so are your ideas! This is an open-air\, open-media session that invites artists to explore flowers in The Arboretum’s blooming gardens. Prepare to be inspired by delicate petals\, bold colours\, and fascinating structures. Hosted by Mikaela Ryan\, this is an opportunity to create outdoors in a unique setting. Open to any medium or level of experience! \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nOpen creative session for artists of any discipline\nCreate work among in-season blooms\nInspiration from The Arboretum’s living floral collections and new familiarity with our work and gardens\nBring your own art supplies\n\nClick Here to Register for a Workshop \nPlease note: This program includes a self-directed creative session without formal artistic instruction. We will provide a plein air location\, introduction to our collections\, and a theme. You bring your artistic eye and anything you need for your creative! Assure these are supplies that you can carry. \n*Maximum 20 adults. Registrants must be age 14+. \nLearn more about our Art in the Arb Program
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/art-in-the-arb-in-full-bloom/
LOCATION:Arboretum (University of Guelph)\, 200 Arboretum Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20250724T144749Z
CREATED:20250724T144749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T144749Z
UID:44601-1750789800-1750795200@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Walking as Remapping: A Slow Walk to Nowhere
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the exhibition 155\,578\, join us for the first of two experimental walking events led by artist Dawn Matheson\, part of the Walking as Remapping series. A Slow Walk to Nowhere invites participants to gently rebel against the demands of speed\, productivity\, and destination by following internal cues. Grounded in the body and guided by intuition\, this simple creative walk offers a space to reflect on movement as an act of resistance—where the journey\, not the arrival\, becomes the point. Inspired by Rebecca Solnit’s Wanderlust\, Matheson sees walking as a deliberate and embodied act of remapping—subtle\, sensorial\, and deeply human. \nBeginning at the Art Gallery of Guelph\, each participant will receive a brief set of instructions and a loose hypothesis to explore. Then\, in solitude\, walkers or rollers will depart from the gallery using only their senses to guide them (especially their sense of wonder) in any direction for 20 minutes\, listening to their own rhythms and surroundings. They will return to AGG to share observations and reflections in a short group conversation. \nOpen to all. Dress for the weather\, bring a phone or timekeeping device if possible\, and come ready to wander!
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/walking-as-remapping-a-slow-walk-to-nowhere/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families,Interactive
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery of Guelph":MAILTO:info@artgalleryofguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T203000
DTSTAMP:20250610T153806Z
CREATED:20250610T153806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T153806Z
UID:44418-1750703400-1750710600@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Crit Night at the AGG
DESCRIPTION:Otherwise Studios and Necessary Arts are so excited to be hosting this month’s Crit Night at the Art Gallery of Guelph!\n\n\nSpace is limited – RSVP here!\n\n\n\nNestled within the space of the community exhibition\,  local painters\, sculptors\, printmakers\, textile artists\, and other local artists are invited 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. If you don’t have an artwork that you’d like to bring in for feedback\, you’re welcome to join just to chat about other people’s artwork and connect with local artists. This is the last crit night of the summer so if you’ve been thinking about joining a past crit\, there’s no better time! This event is free to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/crit-night-at-the-agg/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Guelph\, 358 Gordon St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 1Y1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250622T000000
DTSTAMP:20250508T191303Z
CREATED:20250508T191303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191303Z
UID:44015-1750525200-1750550400@guelpharts.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Shindig
DESCRIPTION:Saturday June 21\, 2025\n5PM-MIDNIGHT\nKick off summer with this all ages backlot party at the Guelph Farmers’ Market!\nThe 10C Summer Solstice Shindig at the Guelph Farmers’ Market is a celebration of\ncommunity and connection to kick off the summer season. Food\, music\, performances\, and\na Community Showcase will bring the Market to life at this event for the whole family.\nJoin us for an evening filled with live performances\, art activities\, local food vendors and\nengaging programming from organizations like the Guelph Film Festival\, Out on the Shelf\, Ed\nVideo Media Arts Centre and Art Not Shame!\nTickets:\nGeneral: $30 online\, $35 at the door\n10C Members: $20\nYouth: $5\nThe Guelph Farmers’ Market is a fully accessible space.\nFeaturing Performances by Shebad\, Above Top Secret\, Geordie Gordon and more!\nClick here for more info! \n 
URL:https://guelpharts.ca/event/summer-solstice-shindig/
CATEGORIES:Families,Interactive,Performance,Visual Art
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