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Wet Felting - Vessel Workshop
2026-06-24 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Kimber Farms, Kimber Valley Farms 236087 Beaver Valley Road Kimberley, ON, N0C 1G0 Canada (map)
This class is an intro to wet felting using a resist to form a 3-dimensional object. You will learn how to layer your fibre evenly for uniform shrinkage, and how to know when you have reached a “felt stage” and when to shrink. You will also learn surface design and structure for finishing your felt. Participants will create a unique vessel to take home. Click the link below to register.

Ian Michael Townshend and Gnu Blu
2026-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Marsh Street Centre, 187 Marsh Street, Clarksburg, ON, Canada
Ian Michael Townsend (Lead Vocals, Trumpet/Flugelhorn,
Guitar)

Toronto native, Ian’s lead vocals are soulful and gritty, his trumpet work is highly skilled. Ian has
performed on tour, television and radio. For the last 10 years, Ian has spent half his time aboard his
floating studio, a 45 foot catamaran, writing, recording and performing in the Caribbean.

Summer Starts in Sauble
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-29 | Sauble Beach, Sauble Beach, ON, Canada
Summer Starts in Sauble is back and bigger than ever! ☀️
Join us starting June 26 as we kick off the season with live radio broadcasting from downtown! This year, we’re leveling up the fun with our brand-new Summer Starts in Sauble Bingo.
How it works: Visitors grab a Bingo card, visit our amazing local shops to collect stickers, and drop their completed cards into a prize basket. We’ll have an Early Bird Draw on Sunday of opening weekend, with the grand prize draws happening July 12!
Let’s make this the best summer yet—see you in Sauble!

African Cooking Workshop with Dede's African Kitchen
2026-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre, 33 Victoria St N, Southampton, ON, Canada
Celebrate Multiculturalism Day by joining guest chef instructor Ivy Anang, owner of Dede’s African Kitchen in Owen Sound. Participants will learn the art and skills of making authentic African cuisine, specifically Jollof rice and chicken, meatpies, and plantain.
Guests will take home their food after class. Please bring a take-home container! All other materials will be provided.
$70 Members | $80 Non-members (Plus applicable fees).
Recommended for ages 18 and up. Space is limited, preregistration is required.

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About Ivy Anang
Ivy is a trained teacher from Ghana, West Africa. After moving to Canada, she began a career in the health care system before deciding to pursue entrepreneurship in the hospitality industry. Since she was a child, cooking, baking and singing have been her passions. Today, Ivy’s business specializes mainly in African and Caribbean cuisine, along with foods from other cultures. She offers catering services for large or small orders.

Bruce County Bash
2026-06-27 - 2026-06-28 | Southampton Coliseum, 26 Albert St S, Southampton, ON, Canada
The Bruce County Bash is back in Saugeen Shores this Canada Day long weekend! Featuring award winning artists APRIL WINE featuring Dwayne Gretzky w/ local opener Grey Road One! Come support the annual Hospital Foundation fundraiser and enjoy the best live music the area has to offer. Tickets are very limited due to the small venue space, so grab your tickets NOW!
GA 19+: Includes area on floor and in stands.
VIP 19+: Includes early entry 5:00 p.m. / line skip into the venue / autograph session with bands before the event 5:30-6:00 p.m. (if you so choose) / first access to exclusive merchandise upon arrival / Front Row VIP AREA presented by Three Sheets Brewing / access to all GA areas as well as the private VIP area.
Exclusive Suite 19+ for 12 people: Includes Finger food, alcohol, and soft drinks, along with stage front access.

Saugeen Sojourn
2026-06-27 - 2026-06-29 | Cape Croker, Cape Croker, ON, Canada
We are thrilled to be launching the Saugeen Sojourn—a cultural and ecological overnight experience at Cape Croker Park.
Developed in partnership with Indigenous guides and cultural educators, this program blends outdoor adventure with Anishinaabe storytelling and land-based learning.
The Experience Includes:
⛺ Stay: 1 night in a canvas tent (cots provided).
🛶 Adventure: Big Canoe tour around Sydney Bay (weather pending) & EcoAdventures guided nature hike.
🔥 Culture: Welcome ceremony, campfire, and traditional teachings.
🍴 Food: Dinner and lunch included.
When: June 27-28, 2026
Bookings: To express your interest in joining us, please click on the RSVP and we will be in touch to confirm and arrange payment.

Grey Bruce Makers and Craft Show
2026-06-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Sydenham Campus, 1130 8th St E, Owen Sound, N4K 5N8, Canada
Grey Bruce Makers, Makers Festival & Craft Show
Grey Bruce Makers is excited to announce the first annual Grey Bruce Makers, Makers Festival & Craft Show, taking place on Saturday, June 27, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the back field of Sydenham Campus in Owen Sound.
The Festival will bring together makers, artists, entrepreneurs, families, local businesses, and community organizations for a full day celebrating creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. Attendees can enjoy:

Art Walk! 2026
2026-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Owen Sound
Twelve businesses in downtown Owen Sound have collaborated again to present ArtWalk, a self-guided walking tour of venues featuring contemporary and vintage art from 10:00 to 3:00 on Saturday June 27. Everyone is invited to visit the galleries and shops, meet the artists, and enjoy demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and art talks. There is no charge to attend; parking is free; and there is a Grand ArtWalk Prize (value $1000) to be won.

Participating ArtWalk venues include:
• Bluewater Quilters Guild at 769 2nd Avenue East
• Curvey Lines Art School & Print Shop at 817 3rd Avenue East
• Georgian Bay School of the Arts at 938 2nd Avenue East
• Grey Gallery at 883 2nd Avenue East
• Intersections Wood Collaborative at 299 10th Street East
• James’s Emporium Vintage Shop at 883 2nd Avenue East (back room)
• Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library at 824 1st Avenue West
• Owen Sound Artists’ Co-operative at 942 2nd Avenue East
• Owen Sound Farmers’ Market at 88 8th Street East (8:00-12:30pm)
• Tom Thomson Art Gallery at 840 1st Avenue West
• Vintage Magpie at 777 2nd Avenue East

Each ArtWalk venue will have unique programming focussing on showcasing the remarkable range of arts-related opportunities and activities in downtown Owen Sound. ArtWalkers who get their passport stamped at every venue will be eligible to win the Grand Prize, which consists of an enthusiasm of gifts and gift certificates from the downtown arts community.

ArtWalk is an award-winning community event established in 2019 to connect and promote downtown arts-related businesses and galleries. There is no charge to attend and ArtWalkers are encouraged to spend the day discovering and enjoying the wide range of creative establishments downtown.

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For more information, contact
Maryann Thomas
(519) 376-4233
The Ginge Press
848 2nd Avenue East
Owen Sound ON N4K 2H3

Ontarians
2026-06-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Parkwood Restaurant, 939 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K1K4, Canada
ONTARIANS are a Canadian roots-rock/Americana band heavily influenced by The Band, Neil Young, and Blue Rodeo. Founded by songwriters Frank Deresti (Sault Ste. Marie) and Craig Smith (Collingwood), the five-piece band (incl. Jay Stiles) released their debut album, The Greatest Short Story Never Told, in 2021, followed by More How It Is. 2024

Sailor Grave Stories and Great Lakes Ghost Ships
2026-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Community Waterfront Heritage Centre, 1155 1st Ave W, Owen Sound, N4K4K8, Canada
Join us for Sailor Grave Stories & Great Lakes Ghost Ships at Greenwood Cemetery.
The tour begins at the mausoleum and takes guests around the cemetery, stopping at key locations such as the Potter’s Field Memorial and the graves of some of Owen Sound’s greatest ship captains. So put on your best walking shoes and join us for a night of spooky tales of the Great Lakes and sorrowful stories of captains and sailors who never made it back to port.
The tour is 45 minutes and includes walking on grass and uneven terrain. Tickets are $10. For more information, email info@waterfrontheritage.ca. Dates are subject to change depending on services at the cemetery.

Leith Summer Festival - Opening Night
2026-06-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Historic Leith Church, 419134 Tom Thompson Lane, Leith, ON, Canada
2026 LSF SEASON
GALA OPENING CONCERT:
A delightful blend of jazz, popular songs and classical music.

Leith Summer Festival - Opening Gala Concert
2026-06-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Historic Leith Church, 419134 Tom Thompson Lane, Leith, ON, Canada
Jessica Lalonde with the Adrean Farrugia Trio and the Penderecki String Quartet. Jessica Lalonde, jazz vocalist. Adrean Farrugia, piano. Ethan Ardelli, drums. Roberto Occhipinti, bass. Jerzy Kaplanek, Violin. Jeremy Bell, violin. Christine Vlajk, viola. Katie Schkaikjer, cello.

The Hogtown Allstars
2026-06-27 19:30 - 23:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
The Legendary Downchild Blues Band played the final shows of their farewell tour in Nov. 2024. The Hogtown Allstars are the next chapter. Formed in 2013 to perform during the main bands winter hiatus, HTA released their debut recording Hogwild in 2022.
DCBB members Chuck Jackson, Gary Kendall, Pat Carey, Tyler Yarema and Jim Casson with Teddy Leonard and Howard Moore are moving forward to continue their mandate of bringing high energy blues and rhythm and blues to the fan base they have been honoured to perform for on a journey that has surpassed 55 years.
Proudly presented by Meaford Hall

Hunter
2026-06-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Harbour Street Fish Bar, 10 Keith Ave #403, Collingwood, ON, L9Y0W5, Canada
Central, Ontario’s own HUNTER is not just a band; they’re a musical institution. Formed by seasoned musicians from some of Ontario’s top cover bands, they’ve been rocking stages since their explosive debut in 2001. With a sound as authentic as their roots, HUNTER delivers indie rock with a punch, drawing from their vast experience to pack venues to the rafters.

The Labyrinth Turns 20!
2026-06-28 13:30 - 15:30 | Georgian Shores United Church, 997 4th Ave E, Owen Sound, ON, Canada

The Peace Labyrinth Turns 20!
2026-06-28 13:30 - 15:30 | Georgian Shores United Church, 997 4th Ave E, Owen Sound, ON, Canada
Come celebrate the Peace Labyrinth with guest speakers, dedications and light refreshments.

Bluewater Jazz Collective
2026-06-28 13:30 - 16:00 | Parkwood Restaurant, 939 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K1K4, Canada
Blue Water Jazz Collective Quintet – High Energy Modern Music
Join us for a special quintet summer jazz performance that brings an exciting, modern high-energy approach to iconic jazz standards. Featured guests include acclaimed tenor saxophonist Jason Hunter, along with his nephew, rising young guitarist Thales Hunter, a 22-year-old emerging talent from Toronto’s vibrant jazz scene.
Guided by Steinhart’s re-imagined arrangements, the music blends modern and traditional iconic jazz standards with exciting new rhythmic approaches. The program moves from medium and up-tempo hard-driving swing through Latin grooves, high-energy funk, 12/8 slow blues, and Stu’s original hip-hop-inspired feature, Blue Stew. Virtuosic improvisation and deep musical interplay anchor Blue Water Jazz Collective’s inventive, contemporary sound.

The Band:
Stu Steinhart – Bass & Arrangements
Robert Gasidlo – Piano & Organ
Stephen Wood – Drums
Jason Hunter – Tenor and Soprano Saxophones
Thales Hunter – Guitar

About Thales Hunter: Thales is currently studying jazz at York University. He was also a 2024 recipient of the prestigious Mary Alice Stuart Scholarship recognizing outstanding emerging jazz artists.

About Jason Hunter:
Originally from Kincardine, Jason Hunter began performing big band jazz as a high school student with the Stardust Big Band and Lighthouse Swing Band. He later studied at McGill University and earned a Master’s degree in jazz performance from the New England Conservatory in Boston.
During a decade performing in Boston and New York, Jason worked with acclaimed jazz artists including Joe Lovano, Jimmy Heath, and Kenny Wheeler, and performed with both George Russell’s Living Time Orchestra and the Artie Shaw Orchestra.
In Canada, he has appeared with artists such as Michael Bublé, The Temptations, Lorne Lofsky, and the Noodle Factory Jazz Orchestra.

Join us at Parkwood for an afternoon of great food and exciting jazz!

Canada Day Owen Sound
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-02 | Kelso Beach, Owen Sound, ON, Canada

Canada Day in Sauble
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-02 | Sauble Beach, Sauble Beach, ON, Canada
FIREWORKS • LIVE MUSIC • ALL AGES EVENT • MORE DETAILS TO COME!

Peak to Shore Festival
2026-07-02 08:00 - 2026-07-05 21:00 | Blue Mountains, The Blue Mountains, ON, L9Y3Z2, Canada
Experience a weekend of live music, delicious food, and local flavour stretching from the peak of Blue Mountain to the shores of Georgian Bay. Catch 10 free performances across 6 scenic venues throughout Blue Mountain, Thornbury, and Clarksburg.

Cultural Demonstration
2026-07-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre, 33 Victoria St N, Southampton, ON, Canada
Select Thursdays, July & August | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Discover cultural traditions and explore the richness of Indigenous heritage in the region. These demonstrations will cover a variety of topics, such as elder stories, sharing circles, and cultural education.
Please note, presenters may be subject to change.
Members FREE; General Admission Applies. No preregistration required.
Proudly presented by Bruce Power.
Schedule:

Thursday, July 2 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saugeen First Nation Community Member and Educator Natalka Pucan will lead birchbark craft demonstrations in the Museum’s Lower Cafe.

Thursday, July 9 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
TBD

Thursday, July 16 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saugeen First Nation Community Member and author Dorothy Ladd will read her storybook Memengwaa, the story of the life of a Monarch Butterfly or “Memengwaa” in Ojibway.

Thursday, July 23 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Caley Doran with Anishinaabe Cultural Experiences from Cape Croker Park, Neyaashiinigmiing.

Thursday, July 30 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join Saugeen First Nation Elder Shirley John in the Anishnaabwe Endaat gallery where she will share seasonal stories and guide children in a craft.

Thursday, August 6 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
TBD

Thursday, August 13 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saugeen First Nation Community Member and author Dorothy Ladd will read her storybook Memengwaa, the story of the life of a monarch butterfly or “Memengwaa” in Ojibway.

Thursday, August 20 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saugeen First Nation Community Member and Educator Natalka Pucan will lead birchbark craft demonstrations in the Museum’s Lower Cafe.

Thursday, August 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join Saugeen First Nation Elder Shirley John in the Anishnaabwe Endaat gallery where she will share seasonal stories and guide children in a craft.

Heritage Harbour Walks
2026-07-02 16:15 - 19:00 | Community Waterfront Heritage Centre, 1155 1st Ave W, Owen Sound, N4K4K8, Canada
Every Thursday until August 20th!
Step into the stories of our harbour 🚶‍♀️⚓
Join us for a guided walk along the waterfront as we trace the history that shaped the city of Owen Sound. Learn about the ships, railways, factories, and more that once operated on the harbour.
Your registration supports the Community Waterfront Heritage Centre’s work to preserve and share local marine, rail, and industrial history through exhibits, programs, and more.
To arrange a private tour outside of the regularly offered times, please email info@waterfrontheritage.ca.

Foxwarren
2026-07-05 19:30 - 23:00 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St E, Meaford, ON, Canada
Foxwarren is Andy Shauf, Avery Kissick, Darryl Kissick, Dallas Bryson, and Colin Nealis. The Canadian quintet, built on 20 years of friendship, ostensibly plays folk music, where warm tones and cantering rhythms buoy songs of characters wrestling with existential quandaries inside of twilit vocals. But after touring their lauded 2018 self-titled debut, Foxwarren decided to do it all differently, eventually dropping the familiar band-in-a-room routine to instead plug those songs, and various other sounds into a sampler. The result is mesmerizing and uncanny, an album that traces two sides of a relationship through 37 minutes of collage art that aspires to “sound best blasting out your car window” as put by singer Andy Shauf. By himself, Shauf has already had a stellar career, his reputation built not only by the sweetness of his melodies and sharpness of his words but also his inability to rest with past success. Foxwarren, especially here, is a crucial part of that ongoing process, but 2 represents something even more significant—five friends now nearing the end of their second decade making music together, pushing against what they’ve learned how to do in order to venture somewhere new. It is the sound of friends who trust each other, cutting themselves loose from their past and their preconceptions to have some fun with a sampler and the very idea of songs.

2026 Summer Youth Woodworking
2026-07-06 08:00 - 2026-07-09 17:00 | 299 10th St E Owen Sound, ON N4K 1S4
Intersections Wood Collaborative is pleased to announce our intergenerational woodworking program is back for summer 2026. For youth interested in woodworking, there will be 4, 4 day week long sessions in July and August 2026 for youth aged 13 to 18. Youth will work alongside experienced senior woodworkers in a supervised setting. The program will allow each person to make items that they can keep for themselves. Lunch will be provided on site to promote fellowship. Participants will build their confidence and skill in basic woodworking. Projects will vary week to week and participants are welcome to attend more than one session.
Funding may be available through Community Foundation Grey Bruce to offset costs for participation for eligible participants. Please email Intersections for details.
In addition to payment, participants are required to complete a registration form found at https://form.jotform.com/241705894680263 which collects information needed about youth and parents for participation.
Each session will run for four days each from Monday to Thursday, 10am-3pm, with lunch included. Participants are welcome to register in one or more sessions. – Session 1: July 6–9 | Build an Adjustable Phone Stand – Session 2: July 27–30 | Build a Folding Table & CNC Phone/Key Tray – Session 3: August 10–13 | Introduction to Woodturning: Turn a Pen – Session 4: August 24–27 | Woodworking: Build a Small Box & Phone Amplifier

Summer Shows
2026-07-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre, 33 Victoria St N, Southampton, ON, Canada
Wednesdays, July & August | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us in the Bruce Power Theatre throughout the summer for an unforgettable lineup of interactive and educational shows featuring incredible animals, mind-blowing science, and hands-on fun for the whole family!
Please note, presenters may be subject to change.

Schedule:
Wednesday, July 1: Scales Nature Park – Hands-on Reptile Show | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, July 8: Fun Family Show – Creatures of Whimsy | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, July 15: Fun Family Show – MOUSETRAP | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, July 22: Hands-On Exotics – Safari Friends Hands-on Animal Show | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, July 29: Canadian Raptor Conservancy – Birds of Prey (Not Hands-On) | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, August 5: The Sun: Light, Nature and Developing Technologies*
*All are welcome, recommended for ages 7 & up | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, August 12: Canadian Raptor Conservancy – Birds of Prey (Not Hands-On) | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, August 19: Hands-On Exotics – Safari Friends Hands-on Animal Show | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, August 26: Scales Nature Park – Hands-on Reptile Show | REGISTER >>
Wednesday, September 2: Bluewater Astronomical Society – Returning to the Moon and Other Space Adventures | REGISTER >>

$5 Members | $10 Non-Members
Preregistration is required.

Proudly presented by West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company.

Landscape - Needle Felting
2026-07-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Kimber Farms, Kimber Valley Farms 236087 Beaver Valley Road Kimberley, ON, N0C 1G0 Canada (map)
This is a beginner needle felting class on how to create a picture with wool. In this workshop you will learn how to layout a base and blend natural colours using a variety of needle felting techniques. You will take home a small framed original piece of art.

Lighthouse Blues Festival
2026-07-09 - 2026-07-12 | Kincardine, Kincardine, ON, Canada
The Lighthouse Blues Festival delivers world-class touring artists in an intimate 1,000-seat venue overlooking Lake Huron, Kincardine harbour, and our iconic lighthouse, where the stage is close enough to feel every soulful note.​
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It’s top-tier blues experienced up close. You’re not just attending a show – you’re sharing a musical moment.
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By blending high-quality live blues with small-town hospitality and the scenic surroundings of beachside Lake Huron, the festival has become a signature cultural event that celebrates artistry, tourism, and the unique charm of Kincardine.

Bad Livin' Roadshow
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-13 | Frontier Ghost Town
Bands! Wrestling! Vintage Choppers! Food! Camping!

Four Winds Music Fest
2026-07-10 08:00 - 2026-07-12 17:00 | Riverstone Eco Retreat, 233639 Concession 2 WGR, Durham, Canada
BLACKIE & THE RODEO KINGS • TIM BAKER • THE BROS. LANDRETH • REUBEN & THE BULLHORN SINGERS • TOM WILSON • BEGONIA • GEORGIA HARMER • AMANDA RHEAUME • ONTARIANS • UNION DUKE • MOUNTAIN HEAD • BENJAMIN DAKOTA ROGERS • SAMMY TWEEDY • YOUNGTREE & CAROLE BEE • GRAVEN • LESS TOCHES • JOLIE ANASTASIA • JD CROSSTOWN • SHJAANE GLOVER • THE HONEYRUNNERS • GOLDEN SCOUNDRELS • BRANK OH!

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.
