FERGUS – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) held a skills photography contest on March 28, with students from many high schools competing.
Arts & Entertainment
Fergus Grand Theatre celebrates World Theatre Day
FERGUS – The Fergus Grand Theatre celebrated World Theatre Day on March 27 with some local performances and an announcement about the upcoming Presenting Series.
CWDHS to host a celebration of visual arts
FERGUS – Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) is inviting the public to view the UGDSB Excellence in Visual Arts Show and CWDHS Art Show and cheer artists on in the board’s second annual Battle of the Brushes at Centre Wellington District High School on April 3 from 6 to 9pm.
Shawn Connerys releasing new album in Elora
ELORA – The Shawn Connerys are holding an album release party at the Elora Legion on April 5.
Centre Wellington District High School to host a celebration of visual arts
FERGUS – Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) is inviting the public to view the UGDSB Excellence in Visual Arts Show and CWDHS Art Show and cheer artists on in the board's second Annual Battle of the Brushes at Centre Wellington District High School on April 3 from 6 to 9pm.
The J-Strokes album release show, April 17
GUELPH – The J-Strokes will be celebrating the release of their seven song album at Sonic Hall in Guelph on April 17.
Wellington County 4-H square dance members win at College Royal
GUELPH – Three sets from the Wellington County 4-H square dancing club participated in the open square dance competition at the University of Guelph’s College Royal on March 15.
The Umbilical Brothers to perform in Guelph
GUELPH – Australian comedic pair, the Umbilical Brothers are set to perform their newest show, The Distraction, at the River Run Centre April 8 at 8pm.
New summer camps for performing arts
KITCHENER – Centre In The Square is introducing new community engagement and education initiatives in the Kitchener-Waterloo region.
Headwaters Arts presents Nature’s Inspiration gallery
ALTON – The Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle said, “Art takes nature as its model.”
Riverfest Elora announces 2025 lineup
ELORA – City and Colour, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Silversun Pickups will headline Riverfest Elora this summer. Officials announced the lineup for the 15th festival on March 19.
Wellington County home to three ‘Top 100’ festivals in Ontario
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington County is home to three of the top 100 festivals and events recognized in Ontario.
The Elora Festival announces lineup for 46th annual festival
ELORA – The renowned Elora Festival returns this summer, featuring acclaimed international artists, talented soloists, and special venues.
Children’s drama club staging two productions at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – The Centre Wellington Children’s Drama Club has been preparing all year and is ready to present two shows at the Fergus Grand Theatre.
Andy White launches latest CD
GUELPH – Fresh off his Italian tour, singer-songwriter, poet and author Andy White makes his return to Guelph to launch Good Luck I Hope You Make It on March 31 at Artbar, Guelph.