September 27, 28 and 29th
2019 Theme: Creativity, The Arts and Well-Being
Culture Days is a nationwide weekend to celebrate arts and culture. Launched in 2010, this public engagement initiative aims to foster support for a diverse arts and culture community that is
lived, created and expressed by all Ontarians. Wellington North, through our
Cultural Roundtable, will be participating in this event in 2019.
lived, created and expressed by all Ontarians. Wellington North, through our
Cultural Roundtable, will be participating in this event in 2019.
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The Lynes Blacksmith Shop
On Sept 28 from 9am-4pm, be amongst the first to see the physical progress of this exciting community heritage project. This once thriving 1870 blacksmith shop is the focus of a full conservation effort that will restore the entire property. See demonstrations of the stonemasons, blacksmiths and carriage works in the shop and enjoy tours, photo exhibits, a nature walk and a barbecue.
9111 Hwy 6, Kenilworth
On Sept 28 from 9am-4pm, be amongst the first to see the physical progress of this exciting community heritage project. This once thriving 1870 blacksmith shop is the focus of a full conservation effort that will restore the entire property. See demonstrations of the stonemasons, blacksmiths and carriage works in the shop and enjoy tours, photo exhibits, a nature walk and a barbecue.
9111 Hwy 6, Kenilworth
Wellington North Municipal Office
Come celebrate 20 years of amalgamation with Council and the Cultural Roundtable. Community BBQ, open house & cake cutting in the Council Chambers on September 27th from 11am-2pm. Public Open House on September 28th & 29th from 10am-3pm.
7490 Sideroad 7 W, Kenilworth
Come celebrate 20 years of amalgamation with Council and the Cultural Roundtable. Community BBQ, open house & cake cutting in the Council Chambers on September 27th from 11am-2pm. Public Open House on September 28th & 29th from 10am-3pm.
7490 Sideroad 7 W, Kenilworth
Metz Pumpkin Fest
Bring your pumpkin and join the Community of Metz on September 28 from 3pm-9pm. Pumpkin & zucchini weigh in at 4:30pm. Enjoy the children’s activities & the catapult launching of pumpkins! Bring a salad and/or desert for the table, Hot Dogs and Hamburgers provided, and stay to hear the music of our local band Down Home. Lots of family fun and don’t forget your pumpkin and zucchini but if you don’t have one, we will provide!
8276 Side Road 25, Arthur
Bring your pumpkin and join the Community of Metz on September 28 from 3pm-9pm. Pumpkin & zucchini weigh in at 4:30pm. Enjoy the children’s activities & the catapult launching of pumpkins! Bring a salad and/or desert for the table, Hot Dogs and Hamburgers provided, and stay to hear the music of our local band Down Home. Lots of family fun and don’t forget your pumpkin and zucchini but if you don’t have one, we will provide!
8276 Side Road 25, Arthur
Arthur and Area Historical Society
Open September 28th from 10am-3pm. Features exhibits of World War I and II history of “Canada’s Most Patriotic Village”. Also: An agricultural room; Volumes of local township and County history; Photos of school and council groups, village and rural structures and sports teams; Collections of local souvenirs ... and much more. Society members assist with genealogical research.
146 George Street, Arthur
Open September 28th from 10am-3pm. Features exhibits of World War I and II history of “Canada’s Most Patriotic Village”. Also: An agricultural room; Volumes of local township and County history; Photos of school and council groups, village and rural structures and sports teams; Collections of local souvenirs ... and much more. Society members assist with genealogical research.
146 George Street, Arthur
Arthur's Historical Murals
Take a self-guided tour of four murals that mark important events in Arthur’s history. The Pioneer mural depicts the arrival of early settlers. The Jones Baseline mural shows surveyors, led by Augustus Jones, reaching the Conestogo River in 1792 and the signing of the agreement establishing the northern border of the Six Nations land grant. The Cenotaph Park mural thoughtfully reflects that “Freedom isn’t Free” & a three-panel mural honours the contribution Arthur citizens made to Canada’s participation in military conflicts. Along the way checkout our Poppy Art!
Downtown Arthur
Take a self-guided tour of four murals that mark important events in Arthur’s history. The Pioneer mural depicts the arrival of early settlers. The Jones Baseline mural shows surveyors, led by Augustus Jones, reaching the Conestogo River in 1792 and the signing of the agreement establishing the northern border of the Six Nations land grant. The Cenotaph Park mural thoughtfully reflects that “Freedom isn’t Free” & a three-panel mural honours the contribution Arthur citizens made to Canada’s participation in military conflicts. Along the way checkout our Poppy Art!
Downtown Arthur
Arthur Library
Make your own literary art, enjoy our beautiful building, and explore our extensive collection of books, movies, music, and more. Sept 27th 10am-5pm and Sept 28th 10am-3pm.
110 Charles Street East, Arthur
Make your own literary art, enjoy our beautiful building, and explore our extensive collection of books, movies, music, and more. Sept 27th 10am-5pm and Sept 28th 10am-3pm.
110 Charles Street East, Arthur
Mount Forest Museum & Archives
Visit our local Museum and Archives in the historic Old Post Office on Sept 28 from 10-3pm. Our latest exhibit is a beautiful display of the age of Studio Photography and the talented artists behind the camera. Heritage volunteers are happy to show you how to use our physical and digital resources and introduce you to our extensive collection of photographs & artifacts.
102 Main Street South, Mount Forest
Visit our local Museum and Archives in the historic Old Post Office on Sept 28 from 10-3pm. Our latest exhibit is a beautiful display of the age of Studio Photography and the talented artists behind the camera. Heritage volunteers are happy to show you how to use our physical and digital resources and introduce you to our extensive collection of photographs & artifacts.
102 Main Street South, Mount Forest
Mount Forest Library
Make your own literary art, enjoy our beautiful historic building, and explore our extensive collection of books, movies, music, and more. Sept 27 from 10am-5pm and Sept 28 from 10am-3pm.
118 Main Street North, Mount Forest
Make your own literary art, enjoy our beautiful historic building, and explore our extensive collection of books, movies, music, and more. Sept 27 from 10am-5pm and Sept 28 from 10am-3pm.
118 Main Street North, Mount Forest
Mount Forest District Chamber of Commerce
Now that we have unpacked the boxes and hung up the pictures, it's time to celebrate as we officially open the doors to our new home. Community BBQ, open house & cake cutting at the Chamber office on September 27th from 4pm-9pm.
248-B Main Street North, Mount Forest
Now that we have unpacked the boxes and hung up the pictures, it's time to celebrate as we officially open the doors to our new home. Community BBQ, open house & cake cutting at the Chamber office on September 27th from 4pm-9pm.
248-B Main Street North, Mount Forest
Scottish Dancers
Sept 28th from 2-3:30pm at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church you are invited to a Scottish Family Party with St Andrew's Scottish Country Dancers. This is fun for all the family. You are invited to enjoy Scottish Music, Scottish Country Dancing, Bagpipe music, Scottish Songs and the taste of some Scottish treats. Audience participation is welcome. Come and go, or stay for the whole time. All ages welcome.
196 Birmingham Street East, Mount Forest
Sept 28th from 2-3:30pm at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church you are invited to a Scottish Family Party with St Andrew's Scottish Country Dancers. This is fun for all the family. You are invited to enjoy Scottish Music, Scottish Country Dancing, Bagpipe music, Scottish Songs and the taste of some Scottish treats. Audience participation is welcome. Come and go, or stay for the whole time. All ages welcome.
196 Birmingham Street East, Mount Forest
Wellington North Farmers' Market
There are so many reasons why buying local makes sense. There is also significant peace of mind in knowing where our food comes from. Sept 27 from 3-6:30pm, come & check out our many food & wine vendors along with 88.7FM The River who will be broadcasting live. Come and enjoy the market listen to some live music and the kids can have fun in our bouncy castle.
320 King Street East, Mount Forest
There are so many reasons why buying local makes sense. There is also significant peace of mind in knowing where our food comes from. Sept 27 from 3-6:30pm, come & check out our many food & wine vendors along with 88.7FM The River who will be broadcasting live. Come and enjoy the market listen to some live music and the kids can have fun in our bouncy castle.
320 King Street East, Mount Forest
For more information on Ontario Culture Days check out the following link
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