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Fantastic Cinema Club: The Nice Guys
2026-02-03 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | The Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, Ontario, Canada
You Choose Movie Event: It’s Crime Time!

The Nice Guys (2016, Shane Black)Los Angeles, the ’70s, and two spectacularly incompetent private eyes stumbling into a conspiracy way over their heads. Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe deliver peak Shane Black banter—hilarious, fast-talking, and surprisingly sharp beneath the laughs. It’s a crowd-pleaser with style to spare, equal parts mystery, action, and comedy. If you want pure fun with real craftsmanship, this one kills.

B.A.L.L. Lecture Series
2026-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Canadian Trade Policy in an Age of Chaos
Canada has long been known as a trading nation. With ample natural resources and not enough people to consume everything that we produce, we rely on external markets to drive our economy forward. For much of our recent history, free trade with our closest partner, the United States, has therefore been critical to our national prosperity. In 2017, Donald Trump’s Republican administration nearly ended the North American Free Trade Agreement, one of the most successful agreements in either country’s history. The second Trump administration has been even more aggressive in rejecting free trade and has made a point of singling out Canada for criticism. This lecture will help you understand how trade policy works (and doesn’t work), and why it plays such a significant role in the Canadian economy and, by extension, in all of our lives.
Lecturer – Adam Chapnick

Adam Chapnick is a professor of defence studies at the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) and the deputy director of education at the Canadian Forces College. He holds a BA (Honours) from Trent University, an MA in International Affairs from the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University, and a PhD in History from the University of Toronto. He is the award-winning author or editor of ten books and over 50 academic essays and book chapters on historical and contemporary issues in Canadian foreign and public policy. He has appeared as a foreign policy expert on Global News, CTV News, CBC News, The Agenda with Steve Paikin, and CBC radio.

https://www.adamchapnick.ca/

Whiskey Jack
2026-02-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
Connor’s Canada meets Cullen’s Comedy
Since Whiskey Jack’s Duncan Fremlin first shook hands with Stompin’ Tom Connors in Tom’s furnace room back in 1990, their friendship and musical adventures have become the stuff of Canadian legend. Those unforgettable years on the road with Stompin’ Tom inspired one of Canada’s longest-running musical celebrations — Stories & Songs of Stompin’ Tom — now in its 12th year.
This fast-paced, laughter-filled show brings together Tom’s greatest hits — The Hockey Song, Bud the Spud, Sudbury Saturday Night — along with hilarious behind-the-scenes tales from life on tour. Expect top-tier musicianship, plenty of Canadiana spirit, and surprise “appearances” from Tom himself, making sure everyone’s “havin’ a good time — that’s the main ’t’ing!” Join Whiskey Jack and the brilliantly funny Seán Cullen for a heartfelt, toe-tapping celebration of Stompin’ Tom’s 90th birthday — a night of music, memories, and unmistakable Canadian pride.

For the Love of Dance - Collingwood Dance School
2026-02-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
Get ready for a heartwarming celebration of movement, music and pure joy. For the Love of Dance 2026 brings together dancers from our Company Dancer Program, our Jumpstart Dance Teams, and our Prima Star Dance program. With performers ages 3 to 17, this showcase blends tiny beginner moments with the confidence and power of our seasoned dancers, all on one stage. It’s a feel good performance that shows the growth, spirit and community that make CSD so special. Families will cheer, dancers will shine, and the whole room will be reminded why we love dance so much.

Gowan 2026 Tour
2026-02-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
Celebrate an evening with Gowan, Scottish‑born Canadian rock icon and current front man of Styx. Renowned for his platinum solo career-and hits like “A Criminal Mind” -Gowan brings theatrical musicianship, keyboard virtuosity, and powerful vocals to the stage. With over six solo albums and accolades including Juno and SOCAN Classic Awards, plus an impressive run with Styx since 1999, this concert promises a high‑energy fusion of classic rock and showmanship. Don’t miss this one‑night performance-book your tickets today!

B.A.L.L. Lecture Series
2026-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Geopolitics: what in the world is going on?
Lecturer – Adam Chapnick

Adam Chapnick is a professor of defence studies at the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) and the deputy director of education at the Canadian Forces College. He holds a BA (Honours) from Trent University, an MA in International Affairs from the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University, and a PhD in History from the University of Toronto. He is the award-winning author or editor of ten books and over 50 academic essays and book chapters on historical and contemporary issues in Canadian foreign and public policy. He has appeared as a foreign policy expert on Global News, CTV News, CBC News, The Agenda with Steve Paikin, and CBC radio.

https://www.adamchapnick.ca/

Thursday, Feb 12, 2026
Canada and the World in 2026
Canada is a G7 country, a founding member of the United Nations and NATO, and an active player in world affairs. We spend over $30 billion per year on our military, distribute over $11 billion per year in international assistance to countries in need, and maintain a staff of over 13,000 diplomats, trade policy experts, and developnment assistance professionals at Global Affairs Canada. These investments are supposed to promote and defend “the national interest.” This lecture will help you understand what the national interest really means and why Canada behaves the way it does on the world stage by examining the past, present, and future of Canadian foreign policy.
Lecturer – Adam Chapnick (see bio above)

An Introduction to the Soils of Grey Bruce
2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Bayshore Community Centre
Knowing Nature Better by providing interesting lectures is what our ‘not for profit group’ is all about.
We also host monthly outdoor events as well.
Be sure to check out our events on the website as the outdoor events require people to sign up and sign a waiver.

West Grey Frazzlefest
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-17 | West Grey
Get ready for the ultimate family weekend in West Grey! Join us at Family Day Frazzlefest for a lineup of events you won’t want to miss. Bring the whole crew for a weekend packed with fun and excitement!
Family Roller Skate, Banner making contest, Polar plunge, Design and Build a sled, Snow and bale Contest, Family Dance, Breakfasts with the Lions, Egg Drop Challenge, family curling, and More!

Good Enough Live Karaoke Winter Show
2026-02-13 20:00 - 23:30 | Heartwood Hall, 939 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, Ontario, n4k 2h5, Canada
GOOD ENOUGH LIVE KARAOKE are back! Fri. Feb. 13th! @Good Enough Live Karaoke is back so get your friends, get your tickets and get ready to sing with the band at O.S.’s favourite party night! (and come have dinner downstairs in @Parkwood Restaurant beforehand!)
GOOD ENOUGH LIVE KARAOKE (GELK!) is back with literally HUNDREDS of songs to choose from for you to sing while the band backs you up on stage! Whether you just wanna have fun with friends or sing on stage with the band (or watch your friends sing), this is definitely the reason to go out and party it up on a weekend night!

GBS: Love is in the air
2026-02-14 15:00 - 17:00 | East Ridge Auditorium, 1550 8th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K1K4, Canada
Cupid shoots his arrow through the heart of this afternoon of romantic music. Bring your valentine and swoon over some of the greatest love songs ever written, performed by several acclaimed Ontario singers. Whether your love language is from the world of opera, musical theatre, or the movies, GBS has got you covered!
Sponsor: G.M. Diemert Architect Inc

Valentine's Day Soiree
2026-02-14 15:00 - 21:00 | Milk Maid Fine Cheeses and Gourmet Foods, 947 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K2H5, Canada
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with seafood, charcuterie, and drinks!

Join us as we once again host the amazing @thebivalve for a Valentine’s Day Soirée pop-up on Saturday, February 14 from 3pm to 8pm at 947 2nd Ave East, in downtown Owen Sound.

Featuring delicious fresh oysters, lobster, crab, and shrimp, along with cheese & charcuterie boards designed to pair perfectly. Wine, bubbly, cocktails, cider, beer, and plenty of other yummy treats, this is a pop-up event you won’t want to miss!

Reservations required, so please contact us at 519-372-1130 or info@themilkmaidcheese.ca or DM to reserve your spot.

Paige Warner Vanetine's Day Dinner and a Show
2026-02-14 19:30 - 23:00 | Parkwood Restaurant, 939 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K1K4, Canada
Follow the link to purchase tickets and make reservation for dinner. A dinner/show event. Ticket price for show/performance only.
On Valentine’s night, Parkwood glows a little warmer. Paige Warner invites you into a candlelit evening of song, joined by Stephen C. Warner and Marty Sinclair for an intimate trio performance. With hushed moments, lyrics that linger long after the final note, and some of the greatest love songs of all time, this music will explore love in its quietest and most powerful forms. A romantic, soul-stirring night designed for listening closely and feeling deeply.
Limited seating available, make your reservation!

Sunday Spinoff - Family Day Edition
2026-02-15 13:30 - 16:00 | Parkwood Restaurant, 939 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K1K4, Canada
Sunday Spinoff: Love & Chaos! Whether you’re riding the post-Valentine’s love buzz, wrangling kids for Family Day Weekend, or doing both at once, Love & Chaos is your excuse to get out, relax, and have some fun.
A PAY WHAT YOU CAN EVENT here on the date! (bring some cash, sugg. $10 – $15 or put on your tab)
This is NuclearVibes in their element: a husband-and-wife duo fronting a full-band sound built for connection, movement, and pure joy. Fresh off being voted PLATINUM for the region’s best entertainers, live entertainment, and local band of 2025, they’re bringing the same high-energy, crowd-loving show that earned those votes. Expect upbeat rock & bluesy grooves, a mix of covers and originals, and a room where singing along is encouraged. Bring your sweetheart, bring your kids, good vibes, good food, great music!
NuclearVibes: Hannah Faith → vocals. Ken Ducker → guitar. Kevin Dougan → drums. Dan McArthur → bass
SHOW TIME: 1:30pm. Adv. ticket $10 here or PWYC at door (call 226-664-0340 to reserve or https://www.parkwoodbyheartwood.ca/)
The spirit’s alive and the stage is heating up for a Sunday Spinoff at Parkwood!

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] at The Roxy
2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:00 | The Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 1N8, Canada
Show Time and Dates:

February 20 & 21 and 26-28, 2026 at 7:30pm. February 22 at 2pm.

Ticket Price:

$28.50/$26.50/$24 (+service charge)

Directed By:

Michael Johnston

Presented By:

Owen Sound Little Theatre

This fast paced, witty and physical play features all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays meant to be performed in 97 minutes by 3 actors. It’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike!

The Complete works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [Revised]
2026-02-20 19:30 - 2026-02-21 22:00 | Ontario
Feb 20th and 21st 7:30 showtimes

Owen Sound Little Theatre

This fast paced, witty and physical play features all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays meant to be performed in 97 minutes by 3 actors. It’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike!

UK Calling 80s Night
2026-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | The Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, Ontario, Canada
UK Calling is Toronto’s premier Alternative 80s live band, celebrating the sound and spirit of British new wave, punk, and ska. More than a tribute, they channel the authentic energy of The Clash, The Cure, Joy Division, The Specials, and more. Led by frontman Peter James Fox, this powerhouse delivers every song live — no tracks, no gimmicks. With sharp guitars, soaring vocals, and a driving horn section, UK Calling brings 2Tone and New Wave to life across Ontario stages — live, loud, and unforgettable.

The Bookends
2026-02-21 19:30 - 23:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
From foot-stomping reels to soaring airs, The Bookends bring their audiences along for a truly musical adventure. Drawing on their diverse musical backgrounds to craft a compelling repertoire with distinct arrangements and original compositions, these multi-instrumentalists explore a library of traditional gems and contemporary favourites from the world of Celtic music.
After serendipitously discovering a shared love of music in the fall of 2016, The Bookends began to forge their distinctive sound through countless live shows before releasing a debut album Chapter One in the spring of 2020. Their second album, A Celtic Celebration, released in 2023, was recorded live with the Stratford Symphony Orchestra, and garnered a nomination for the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Awards ‘Traditional Album of the Year’. In August of that same year, The Bookends had the honour of joining internationally acclaimed Canadian artist Loreena McKennitt in a series of performances at select folk festivals in Ontario. Some of these shows were captured for McKennitt’s latest Juno nominated live album The Road Back Home.
Joined by 2025 Canadian Open Solo Step Dance Champion, Kensington Ische, The Bookends will light up the Meaford Hall stage in celebration of Robbie Burns.
So dust off your kilt and join us for a $5 whisky primer before the show and get ready for a great night of music and dance!

The Complete works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised]
2026-02-22 14:00 - 17:00 | The Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 1N8, Canada
Feb 22nd showtime 2:00 pm
This fast paced, witty and physical play features all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays meant to be performed in 97 minutes by 3 actors. It’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike!

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised]
2026-02-26 19:30 - 2026-02-28 22:00 | The Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 1N8, Canada
Feb 26-28 showtimes at 7:30

Owen Sound Little Theatre

This fast paced, witty and physical play features all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays meant to be performed in 97 minutes by 3 actors. It’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike!

Pretzel Logic: Steely Dan Tribute Band
2026-02-28 18:30 - 20:30 | The Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, Ontario, Canada
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Canada’s most longstanding and talented Steely Band tribute band. They will be covering all the classics and it will be a night of authentic talent and pure bliss. Audiences will be left feeling energized and mesmerized by the 9-piece talented group.

Diyet & The Love Soldiers
2026-03-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
Diyet & The Love Soldiers is alternative country, folk, roots and traditional with catchy melodies and stories deeply rooted in Diyet’s Indigenous world view and northern life.
Diyet sings in both English and her traditional language, Southern Tutchone, and plays bass. Backed by Love Soldiers, husband and collaborator, Robert van Lieshout (acoustic guitar, drums & percussion) and Juno Award winning producer, Bob Hamilton (electric guitar, pedal steel & mandolin), this multi-instrumental trio has a sound that can fill a big stage or capture an intimate room.
During the last decade Diyet has performed at major folk, jazz, world and multi-disciplinary festivals and theatres in Canada, toured in the UK, Europe, US and Circumpolar North. Diyet and the Love Soldiers recently performed at Osaka Expo 2025 in Japan.
Diyet & The Love Soldiers new music expands across the width of Canadiana music with a focus on lyrical stories taking the listener on a journey through land and time. Each song is rooted in her life in Kluane and her experience as an indigenous woman walking in two worlds. Inspired by vast landscapes, clashing and embracing realities, Diyet’s heartfelt lyrics paint a picture of wildness, truth, hope, reconciliation, history and the community that surrounds her.
“Diyet’s poetic lyrics are heartfelt and true, full of hope and inspiration for positive change in her community.”– DISCourse

A Tribute to Women in Music - International Women's Day
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 | The Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, Ontario, Canada
A Tribute to Canadian Women in Music – with Krista Blondin

From chart-topping icons to groundbreaking voices and international songwriters, this dynamic tribute features music by Canadian women from across multiple decades and genres. Hosted by Ontario singer Krista Blondin, Krista and her band take the audience on a coast-to-coast journey, celebrating and recognizing these remarkable Canadian women who have led the way, inspired others, and made their mark on stages worldwide.

Lead Like Her: Mary Findle - Firefighter
2026-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury, ON, Canada
At this event, we welcome Mary Hindle – Hamilton Firefighter – Event at LE Shore Library

Firefighter Mary Hindle began her career with Hamilton Fire in 2002 at age 22 and has since served in numerous roles, including firefighting, training, dispatch, apparatus driving, and first aid instruction. A key organizer of Hamilton’s Camp FFIT (Female Firefighters in Training), she has been a dedicated mentor, educator, and advocate for women in the fire service through her leadership within both Hamilton Fire and the Fire Service Women of Ontario (FSWO). In recognition of her lifelong commitment to mentoring, community service, and advancing women in fire services, she was awarded the FSWO 3E Award in 2020 for exemplifying “Educating, Empowering, and Encouraging”

Maggie's Wake
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | The Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, Ontario, Canada
Authentic. Original. Inspired.
Maggie’s Wake is a Canadian contemporary folk group, creating a new traditional sound. Blending high twang, classic country with fresh jigs and reels, Cajun twin fiddles and reggae rhythms, their music is an original, genre hopping adventure that is constantly evolving.

United in their passion for fiery tunes, soaring vocals with rich harmonies, meaningful stories and beautiful melodies, Maggie’s Wake embraces their wide ranging influences and have built an exciting, new sound. The band features award winning song writer and musician Tara Dunphy (The
Rizdales, Luther Wright and the Wrongs) on tin whistle, flute, fiddle, guitar, banjo and lead vocals and award winning musician Lindsay Schindler (Rant Maggie Rant, Trent Severn) on fiddle and vocals. The powerhouse backing band includes Stephan Szczesniak on percussion, Andrew Kosty on bass, Dean Harrison on piano and accordian and Kenneth Palmer on guitar.

Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
2026-03-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Rooted By The Bluffs, 170513 Centre Road, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, Canada
Through this workshop you will learn how to prune a variety of fruit trees, how and when to train branches over pruning branches, how to assess the health of fruit trees, why pruning might be completed at different times of the year, proper tools and disinfection options and much more.
We will be spending the full time outside. Pruning cannot take place in the rain. If needed, we will reschedule to the same time on Wednesday, April 1. You will be notified via email by Tuesday 9 a.m. if this workshop is being rescheduled.
Please bring clean and sharp pruning tools e.g. hand pruners, lopers, saws. This is a hands-on class.
Maximum 15 people.
TO REGISTER please send an email to rootedbythebluffs@gmail.com. An e-transfer will be required to confirm your registration.

Native Plant Propagation
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Rooted By The Bluffs, 170513 Centre Road, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, Canada
Through this workshop you will learn seed collection ethics, different stratification methods for different species, when to use different mediums, and the processes associated with successful native seed germination.

We will be spending the full time outside rain or shine. Please check the weather before you come, and dress accordingly. If the weather is really rainy (> 5mm), we will be under some shelter. If there is severe weather we will reschedule to the same time on Thursday April 9.

Maximum 15 people.
TO REGISTER please send an email to rootedbythebluffs@gmail.com. An e-transfer will be required to confirm your registration.

Double Double: GBS
2026-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | East Ridge Auditorium, 1550 8th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K1K4, Canada
Lucia Barcari, violin, Calum Macleod, bass, Madison Deppe, flute, Siobhan Kerr, harp,

Double the talent, double the fun! Not one, not two, but four instrumental soloists take center stage in this concert! Concertmaster Lucia Barcari joins GBS principal bass Calum Macleod in the bravura Gran Duo of Bottesini, and frequent GBS guest musicians Madison Deppe and Siobhan Kerr come together for Mozart’s elegant and graceful concerto for Flute and Harp.
Sponsor: GEI Consultants

GBS: Bravery and Brilliance
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | East Ridge Auditorium, 1550 8th St E, Owen Sound, ON, N4K1K4, Canada
Juno award-winning Philip Chiu, one of Canada’s most celebrated pianists, joins us to perform Mozart’s dramatic and emotional 20th piano concerto. The ultra popular music from Stravinsky’s ballet the Firebird tells the story of brave prince Ivan’s rescue of princesses and knights from the clutches of the evil sorcerer Kashchei. Hearing Stravinsky’s ballet for the first time, the great Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninoff exclaimed: “Great God! What a work of genius this is!” Prepare to be dazzled.

Foraging Wild Edibles
2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Rooted By The Bluffs, 170513 Centre Road, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, Canada
We’ll take a taste testing tour through the forest and orchard property tasting plants that are truly wild and some that I have planted here too. The focus of my foraging workshops is how to harvest sustainably, how to use plants safely, and becoming familiar with the plants by growing them in your backyard.
Sign up for BOTH the spring and autumn foraging workshops for a reduced rate!
We will be spending the full time outside. Please check the weather before you come, and dress accordingly. If the weather is really rainy (> 5mm), we will reschedule to the same time on Wednesday, May 27.
Maximum 15 people.
TO REGISTER please send an email to rootedbythebluffs@gmail.com. An e-transfer will be required to confirm your registration.
Wild edible plants will be available for purchase after the workshop.

Herbal Teas From Earth to Cup
2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Rooted By The Bluffs, 170513 Centre Road, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, Canada
In this intimate workshop we will wander through the gardens and collect plants that are great for teas and infusions. We will demonstrate the processes from start to finish. There will be various wild teas available to taste test. And you will leave feeling refreshed and ready to grow your own teas. You will also take home fresh plant cuttings to dry for your own teas and infusions.
We will be spending the full time outside. Please check the weather before you come, and dress accordingly. If the weather is really rainy (> 5mm), we will reschedule to the same time on Sunday, July 12.
Maximum 10 people.
TO REGISTER please send an email to rootedbythebluffs@gmail.com. An e-transfer will be required to confirm your registration.
