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March 1 2008
Stratford, Reverse Painting on Glass Class
Gallery Stratford
Try something completely different as Judy Roth introduces you to the technique of reverse painting on glass using acrylic paints. This technique can be used to create wonderful colourful abstracts or carefully layered representational works. All materials provided. March 1, 1-4 p.m. Fee: $55 or $50 for members
Gallery Stratford
519-271-5271
info@gallerystratford.on.ca
March 1, 2008
Kitchener, Adult Workshop with Ann Marie Hadcock
Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen Street North
Whether you are a beginning artist or someone looking to refine your techniques, this workshop allows you to develop your drawing skills under the guidance of a professional artist. Experiment with pencil, charcoal, conté and pastels to add ?life? to still life drawings. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
$20 (includes materials) www.kwag.on.ca
519 579-5860
March 1, 2008
Toronto - A Clear Thought Fundraiser - Battle of the Bands!
The Opera House, 735 Queen St. East
Battle for Audience Vote!! Ten bands are invited to battle before the fundraising concert, at a cost of $50.00 (per band) OR sell three tickets to the event (each ticket costs $20.00) and the fees will go towards your entry! First place band wins 50% of the total battle proceeds, you can win up to $200.00! 7:00pm - 1:00am
Contact Kristen at sisbroandco@rogers.com
March 2, 2008
Wingham, THE SINGING FARMER
The Wingham Town Hall Heritage Theatre, 274 Josephine St.
You've heard the songs "Thank a Farmer," and "Farmer Joe," don't miss your chance to hear them live! Be a part of the salute to farmers. 2 pm.
Box office: 519-357-4082 or 1-866-357-4082
wht@hurontel.on.ca
www.winghamheritagetheatre.com
March 2, 2008
Elora, Elora Festival & Singers-Purcell's Dido And Aeneas
Knox Presbyterian Church, 55 Church Street East
In 1689, when Henry Purcell wrote Dido, his only true opera, he set a new standard of sensitivity to words and word-rhythms in music which still remains fresh and immediate into the 21st century. Also on the program will be a performance of his masque (or semi-opera) The Fairy Queen.
Laura Pudwell, soprano
Elora Festival Singers
Elora Festival Orchestra
Noel Edison, director
3:00 p.m. $45
519.846.0331
info@elorafestival.com
March 3-31, 2008
MEAFORD, "SPRING FLING" ART SHOW AND SALE
Meaford Hall Galleries
The Meaford Creative Arts Association presents "SPRING FLING" Art Show and Sale March 3 to 31, 2008 in the Meaford Hall Galleries, 12 Nelson Street East. Opening Reception March 8 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Please contact the Hall for Gallery hours 1-877-538-0463.
MCAA.ART@gmail.com
March 4, 2008
Guelph, Song Bird Cafe
River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich St. N1H 3V1
A monthly musical event series featuring the best acoustic singer/songwriters in this region. $5.00
Laurie Iversen
(519) 837-5662 x2629
laurie.iversen@riverrun.ca
March 4, 2008
Kitchener, Building Futures, One Dream at a Time
Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction being held at the Delta Hotel. A performance by Scott Hammell, owner of Trickster Syndicate and a Skills Canada – Ontario Alumni, will highlight this event. Silent Auction items include: Theatre tickets, Leather Jackets, Limited Edition Prints, and gift baskets – just to name a few. The evening will also honour recipients of the Klaus Woerner Skilled Trades Hall of Fame.
(519) 749-6322 or
Linda Barton at (519) 749-9899 ext. 236
lindab@skillscanada.com
March 7- 8, 2008
Kitchener-Waterloo, 2nd Annual GO!Music Festival.
Over 30 bands will be playing for the enjoyment of our community in six different venues. Grady will be headlining at the Starlight on Saturday. Concerts will begin at 9:00pm. All shows are $7 at the door (Excluding March 8th at Starlight). Wristbands can be purchased in advance for $15 and they will go on sale at Beat Goes On locations from Feb. 18th – Feb. 24th. From Feb. 25th on, wristbands can be purchased for $20 in-store.
www.beatgoeson.com or www.gomusicfestival.ca
March 7 to 15
Goderich, YOUNG CANADA WEEK - PEE WEE ANNUAL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
Maitland Recreation Centre and the Goderich Memorial Arena,
8 am to 10 pm daily. All Divisions AAA to D.
Contact: Kevin Meriam 519-524-4223
March 7 -16, 2008
Guelph, March Break Family Week at Guelph Civic Museum
Guelph Civic Museum, 6 Dublin Street South
Enjoy lots of fascinating exhibits and interactive activities at Guelph Civic Museum, the Growing Up in Guelph Children's Museum and McCrae House. Special guests and activities throughout the week. Regular admission. 1:00 - 4:30 pm. $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors, students and children, $10.00 families, Children under 2 free.
(519)836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
March 7 - 16, 2008
Cambridge, BugFeast
Wings of Paradise Butterfly Conservatory, 2500 Kossuth Rd
Theme: CANDYLAND. Sample real insects in candy and then check out the live butterflies, insect and butterfly galleries and new birds in our tropical conservatory: Regular admission prices. 10AM - 5PM
Lynn Brown
info@wingsofparadise.com
519-653-1234
March 8 to 30, 2008
Grand Bend, RETURN OF THE SWANS
Lambton Heritage Museum, 10035 Museum Rd. on Hwy #21 south of Grand Bend,
10 am to 5 pm. You may see thousands of ducks, geese and tundra swans. Paint Ontario Art Sale and Competition, children's activities. Admission: Adults $5, Seniors/Students $4, Children $3, Family $15.
Contact: Gwen Watson 519-243-2600 or 519-243-2564
heritage.museum@county-lambton.on.ca
www.lclmg.org
March 9, 2008
Wingham, THE BARN DANCE
Wingham Town Hall Heritage Theatre, 274 Josephine St.
Come out and see the longest Canadian live radio show of its kind this March and be a part of the tradition! Speical guests: Marie Bottrell, Jim Beech, Gary Boyle, Gerald Davidson and Reel Rhythm, at 2 pm.
Box office: 519-357-4082 or 1-866-357-4082
wht@hurontel.on.ca
www.winghamheritagetheatre.com
March 9, 2008
Harrow, Maple, First Taste of Spring, John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area
915 County Rd 50 East
Make maple taffy in the snow, and see syrup made the pioneer way. Maple products for sale. From 11am to 4 pm. Adult- $4.50,Child- $3.00,Family- $15.00
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
March 10 & 12, 2008
Baden, Children's Castle
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road W.
March Break. Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost:$25 per child Ages: 5 - 12 years old. Theme: Monday- Mystery & Magic. Collect clues to unravel a mystery and learn some neat magic tricks.
Wednesday-Under Cover (Archaeology) What was here before us? Tour new exhibit and create crafts to discover the answer.
519-634-8444
www.wilmot.ca
March 10-14, 2008
Guelph, March Break Camp for Kids at Guelph Civic Museum
Guelph Civic Museum, 6 Dublin Street South
This year's theme: Game On Each day we will explore Each day we will explore toys and games from the past and present. Games, crafts and lots more! $17.00 per child per morning or $75.00 for the full week. (Members $14.00/ $60.00). Call (519) 836-1221 for more information about daily themes. Pre-registration required. Spaces limited. Sponsored by the Frederick Bond I.O.D.E. 9:15-11:45 am. For ages 6 to 12. $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors, students and children, $10.00 families, Children under 2 free.
(519)836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
March 11,2008
Harrow, Maple Moon- John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East
Join us for a sugaring-off party! Help collect sap and boil it down by moonlight. Make taffy on the snow, join in the barn dance, linger for star gazing and legends. Pre-registration required, limited numbers. @ 7:30 pm. $8.00/person
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
March 11, 2008
Harrow, Maple March Break-John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area,915 County Rd 50 East
Discover the magic maple tree with games and hands-on activities. Make and taste maple sugar. 1:30 pm sharp
Adults-$4.50, Child- $3.00, Family- $15.00
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
March 10-14 2008
Stratford, March Break at the Gallery
Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo St, N5A 4S9
We ll be painting, drawing and creating lots for five art-filled days. Come for a day or for the whole week, you re creativity will get a work out! For children 7-11 years old.9am - 4pm, MAR 10 14. Fee: $35/day or $30 for members
Gallery Stratford
519-271-5271
info@gallerystratford.on.ca
MARCH 13, 2008
Waterloo, "Winter Cinema: Darfur Crisis"
Centre for International Governance Innovation, 57 Erb St. W
CIGI Atrium, 6:00pm to 7:00pm. CBC Documentary: "On Our Watch". Darfur. A word that has come to mean violence and terror, rape and murder. Travel with American movie star Mia Farrow to the refugee camps that are hell’s waiting room, as she struggles to comfort the afflicted and alert the world to their pain. Darfur: On Our Watch is a story of why helpless, hapless institutions cannot stop the unfathomable cruelty. 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Guest Speakers: Rich Hichens & Debb Bodkin
Co-presented by CIGI and UW Genocide Action Group
519-885-2444
rsvp@cigionline.org
MARCH 14, 2008
Waterloo, FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Wilfrid Laurier University, Room SBE 1240
"The World Distribution of Household Wealth" - Pioneering Study Shows Richest Two Percent Own Half World Wealth. The richest 2% of adults in the world own more than half of global household wealth according to a path-breaking study released today by the Helsinki-based World Institute for Development Economics Research of the United Nations University (UNU-WIDER). 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Jim Davies, Professor and RBC Financial Group Fellow, UWO
519-885-2444
rsvp@cigionline.org
March 14-16, 2008
Hamilton, Designs for Living Home Show
Hamilton Convention Centre
More than 150 home enhancement specialists offer the inspiration and advice needed to bring home improvement ideas to life. Visitors will learn the latest colour and design trends from a variety of seasoned experts on the Home Décor Stage. The RE/MAX Home Renovation Stage will feature complimentary seminars ranging from do-it-yourself to some great advice on renovating. NEW this year, we are going GREEN. Check out all the local products and exhibitors now environmentally friendly and help to create a cleaner tomorrow. Children will enjoy The Kid Zone, which is an interactive play area where kids can build and create and play while parents discover all the home show has to offer. Spend your March break with us; the kids can play and mom and dad can shop. Visitors will be inspired by the expertise, products and services available within Hamilton and the surrounding areas. www.thehomeshow.ca General Admission: $8.00; Seniors: $6.00 (Cannot be combined with $2.00 off coupon); Children 12 and under: Free
Kimberly Calderbank,
kcalderbank@townmedia.ca
905-634-8003 X. 341
March 14, 2008
Harrow, Maple Barch break-John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East
Discover the magic maple tree with games and hands-on activities. Make and taste maple sugar. @ 1:30 pm sharp. Adult-$4.50, Child- $3.00, Family- $15.00
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
March 14 to 16, 2008
Exeter, 2008 SOUTH HURON HOME AND GARDEN SHOW
South Huron Recreation Centre, 94 Victoria St
Fri. 1 pm to 9 pm, Sat. 10 am to 9 pm and Sun. 12 pm to 6 pm. Sponsored by the South Huron Chamber of Commerce. Everything for your home and garden, right here in South Huron. Don't miss it!. Admission $5 or $4 with a non-perishable food item. Fri. before 5 pm, toonie.
Contact: South Huron Chamber of Commerce
519-235-3141
office@shcc.on.ca
www.shcc.on.ca
March 15 2008
Stratford, Mixed Media Art Class
Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo St, N5A 4S9
Join fabulous local artist Wendy O Brien in creating a mixed-media assemblage piece. Under Wendy s creative direction and working with a variety of materials, you will finish the afternoon with a personal piece of artwork of your own. All materials provided. March 15, 1-4 p.m. Fee: $55 or $50 for members.
Gallery Stratford
519-271-5271
info@gallerystratford.on.ca
March 15, 2008
Kitchener, Easter BARKfast
Join us for Easter BARKfast, at the Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society! From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., for only $10, your dog will enjoy a doggie breakfast, their photo taken with the Easter Bunny, an Amazing Race style Easter egg hunt, games, and Easter egg painting! It is sure to be a “barking” good time this year at Easter BARKfast!
Amanda Liebeck
519-745-5615
March 15 - April 13,
Kitchener, SPRING EXHIBITION,
Homer Watson House & Gallery features three local artists. Kelly Borgers will exhibit the “Boreal Forest Project”, digital photographs she has taken throughout the project. Ardythe Campbell’s From Hand To Heart features incredible pieces she has created using French dyes and silk. Dianne Fries’ exhibition entitled Lovely Objects is a collection of works focusing on the history of women in art.
519-748-4377
www.homerwatson.on.ca.
March 18, 2008
Waterloo, Interview - Celebrity Diplomacy
Centre for International Governance Innovation, 57 Erb St. W
"CTV's Daiene Vernile in Discussion with Dr. Andrew F. Cooper on "Celebrity Diplomacy". Cooper suggests that these new actors have a significant and increasingly important role in the world of diplomacy. "Bono and Bob Geldof have made African debt relief a staple feature of the G8's agenda, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation operates on a much larger budget than the World Health Organization," notes Cooper, "and Mia Farrow has influenced China's policy towards intervention in Sudan." Citing these examples, the author concludes that this new type of activity is changing the way diplomacy is conducted. 7:00pm to 9:00pm. CIGI Atrium. Dr. Andrew F. Cooper, CIGI Distinguished Fellow. Book signing to follow.
519-885-2444
rsvp@cigionline.org
March 18, 2008
Kitchener, Seasons of Immigration
Centre in the Square, 101 Queen St. N., N2H 6P7
Part of the Great Canadian Play Series. An 80 minute play exploring the daunting process of moving to a new country and a new culture. Starts at $35.00
Ticket Centre
1-800-265-8977
boxoffice@centre-square.com
March 18, 2008
Kitchener, Art for Mommies And Daddies too
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen Street North,
You and your infant or toddler are invited:* To explore the exhibition at your public Gallery, * Meet other parents, * Enjoy a warm drink courtesy of Uptown Waterloo Starbucks. Free Admission | Free refreshments, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.For more information call:
519-579-5860 ext. 13 or
email: jklepacki@kwag.on.ca
March 21-22, 2008
Waterloo, FIRST Robotics Waterloo Regional
University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave. W.
The Waterloo Regional features 30 high school robotics teams competing to score points in a fast-paced game. Teams have six weeks to build remote-controlled robots that accomplish tasks such as picking up balls or climbing ramps. For more information, visit www.firstrobotics.uwaterloo.ca. Free
Ian Mackenzie
519-505-2834
ian.e.mackenzie@gmail.com
March 20-22, 2008
Waterloo, FIRST Robotics Waterloo Regional
U. of Waterloo, 200 University Ave. W., N2L 3G1
Thirty high school teams from across Ontario compete to score points in an exciting robotic game. Teams have six weeks to design and build their robots in collaboration with teachers and industry mentors. Free
Ian Mackenzie
519 505-2834
ian.e.mackenzie@gmail.com
March 21-23, 2008
Kitchener, EGGSTRAVAGANZA
Joseph Schneider Haus. The Schneiders are making Easter cheese, onion-dyeing Easter Eggs and scratch-decorating them Pennsylvania-German style. Drop in to see our baby chicks!
519-742-7752
March 22, 2008
Kitchener, 14TH ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
at Joseph Schneider Haus. One of the most anticipated family events of the year as we honour the Eater Bunny, the Pennsylvania-German harbinger of spring. Sunshine or snow, the event will take place beginning at 10 a.m. sharp. Bring a small Easter basket and trade coloured eggs for a sweet Easter treat. Don't forget your camera. For children eight years of age and younger.
519-742-7752
March 22, 2008
Wingham, WINGHAM EASTER EGG HUNT
Cruickshank Memorial Park
10:00 am. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Wingham District.
Contact: Barry Bushell 519-357-6731
March 22, 2008
Lucknow, LUCKNOW EASTER EGG HUNT
11 am at the gazebo, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. All children under 8 years are welcome to join the fun. Visit with the Easter Bunny and participate in our annual Easter Egg Hunt. Rain or Shine.
Contact: Shirley Lewis 519-528-3004
March 25, 2008
Waterloo, FOOD FOR THOUGHT LECTURE - “Motivating China's Foreign Aid”
Centre for International Governance Innovation, 57 Erb St. W
Dr. Gregory Chin, CIGI Senior Fellow
11:45am to 1:00pm. Seagram Room, CIGI.
519-885-2444
rsvp@cigionline.org
March 25-26, 2008
Kitchener, RENT Live
Centre in the Square, 101 Queen St. N., N2H 6P7
Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and winner of the Pulitzer Prize! Start at $39.00
Ticket Centre
1-800-265-8977
boxoffice@centre-square.com
March 26, 2008
Kitchener, Sun Life Financial Art Talks
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen St.N.
Art Talk with Peter Greenaway, Co-presented by KW|AG and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
Hosted by Robert Enright. In 2005, KW|AG and the Perimeter Institute formed a partnership to bring cutting edge visual art presentations by distinguished artists and cultural figures to Waterloo Region. The commitment to the world of ideas shared by both institutions and the desire to see art as part of the constellation of contemporary discussion was the basis for this new partnership. Each presentation is hosted by Robert Enright in a lecture and interview format. Peter Greenaway is an artistic polymath: film director, visual artist, opera librettist, multi-media performer, and now VJ. Best known for his film work; he has directed 14 feature-length films, beginning with The Falls (1980), and most recently with Nightwatching (2007), his exploration into the meaning of one of Rembrandt's most famous and perplexing paintings. 7:30 p.m, www.kwag.on.ca.
519.579.5860
mail@kwag.on.ca
March 26, 2008
Waterloo, Perimeter Institute’s Mike Lazaridis Theatre of Ideas
31 Caroline Street North, 7:30 p.m, Tickets: $20 each
Order online at: www.perimeterinstitute.ca
Or call 519.883.4480 (2-6pm Monday to Friday)
March 26, 2008
Waterloo, Sun Life Financial Art Talk with Peter Greenaway
Perimeter Institute?s Mike Lazaridis Theatre of Ideas, 31 Caroline Street North, Waterloo
Co-presented by KW|AG and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Hosted by Robert Enright. Each presentation is hosted by Robert Enright in a lecture and interview format. UK filmmaker Peter Greenaway will be the eighth speaker in this prestigious series. Peter Greenaway is an artistic polymath: film director, visual artist, opera librettist, multi-media performer, and video jockey. He has directed 14 feature-length films, beginning with The Falls (1980), and most recently Nightwatching (2007). Peter Greenaway has used his art as a way of exploring, with precision and elegance, our most extreme emotions and actions. Tickets $20 each, 7:30 p.m.
Perimeter Institute Box Office at 519-883-4480
www.perimeterinstitute.ca/en/Events/Event_Horizons/Art_Talks/
March 26, 2008
Guelph, By Word of Mouth: Storytelling Day at the Guelph Civic Museum
Guelph Civic Museum, 6 Dublin Street South
Guelph Museums and the Guelph Guild of Storytellers present an afternoon and evening of storytelling at the Guelph Civic Museum. Afternoon tales with Puppets Elora and Ottawa Storyteller Tom Lips are geared for visitors 7 - 14 years of age - regular museum admission applies. Evening tales featuring Tom Lips and Mary McCullum Baldasaro are designed for an adult audience. 12:30-3:30 p.m. & 7:30-10:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person. $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors, students and children, $10.00 families, Children under 2 free.
(519)836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
March 27, 2008
Guelph, Lecture Series - 1917-1918: Looking Back on the Decisive Years of World War One after Ninety Years
Guelph Civic Museum, 6 Dublin Street South
"Canadians and the Great Influenza Pandemic of 1918: Myths and Reality" Mark Humphries, University of Western Ontario. This lecture series has been moved from McCrae House to Guelph Civic Museum. 7:30 pm $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors, students and children, $10.00 families, Children under 2 free.
(519)836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
March 27, 2008
Waterloo, PUBLIC LECTURE - "The Rise of India"
Centre for International Governance Innovation, 57 Erb St. W
Dr. Manmohan Agarwal, CIGI Senior Fellow
7:00pm to 9:00pm. CIGI Atrium.
Co-presented by CIGI and the Canadian International Council
519-885-2444
rsvp@cigionline.org
March 29, 2008
Stratford, Live at City Hall - Jimmy Bowskill Band
Stratford City Hall, 1 Wellington Street, N5A 2L3
Jimmy was discovered playing guitar in front of Jeff Healey's Club in Toronto at age 11 and was invited to the stage that night for the first time by Healey. He went on to record his 1st CD shortly after strongly supported by the Toronto Blues Community. His second release a year later got the nod for a Juno nomination and Jimmy is about to release his third recording produced by Jimmy and Peter Prilesnik. 8 pm. Fee: $35/In advance, $40/At door
519-271-9202
March 29, 2008
Stratford, Portrait Drawing Class
Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo St, N5A 4S9
Don Dolton, an accomplished portrait and landscape artist, will be on hand to instruct you in some of the creative techniques used to create finished portraits, from gestures and caricatures to fine art renderings, of the people you love. All materials provided. Sat March 29, 1-4 p.m. Fee: $50 or $45 for members.
Gallery Stratford
519-271-5271
info@gallerystratford.on.ca
March 29, 2008
Palmerston, Murder Mystery Dinner
Palmerston Legion, 260 Daly Street, Palmerston, ON, $25 a person, roast beef dinner with a murder mystery to follow by Classic Touch Entertainment with the audience guessing who did it. 5pm, cocktails, 6pm supper.
Tickets available at 519.343.3749
March 29, 2008
Wingham, BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE
The Wingham Town Hall Heritage Theatre, 274 Josephine St.
Come and see the Billy Joel Tribute show by the Panio Man. Listen to some favourites like "Only the Good Die Young," "Uptown Girl," and "We Didn't Start the Fire," from the guy you swear was the real Billy Joel, at 7:30 pm. Box office: 519-357-4082 or 1-866-357-4082
wht@hurontel.on.ca
www.winghamheritagetheatre.com
March 29-30
Kitchener, WORKING WITH WOOD
Joseph Schneider Haus. Traditional woodworking techniques are demonstrated and visitors are invited to carve a wooden spoon on a Schnitzelbank.
519-742-7752.
March 30, 2008
Stratford , Annual Swan Release
William Allman Memorial Arena(Lakeside and Morenz)
All of the swans and exotic birds will be released from their winter quarters and piped to the river with the Perth County Pipe Band. 2 pm SHARP!!! Fee: Free
Tel:519- 271- 5140
March 30, 2008
Elora, Elora Festival & Singers presents "Take A Seat" Benefit Concert
Knox Presbyterian Church, 55 Church Street East
The Elora Festival and Singers Board of Directors invites you to join with them, the choir and Noel Edison in an annual program of popular, folk and light classical music. Join us for a wine reception immediately following the concert. All proceeds will go to purchase chairs for Gambrel Barn ($80 each).
Noel Edison, director
Ross Inglis, accompanist
3:00 p.m. $40 (Charitable tax receipt for $30)
(Reception sponsored by Bailey s Restaurant)
519.846.0331
info@elorafestival.com
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