Public Night Sky Viewing

Friday, April 1, 2011
9:00 PM  
Join experts from the Bluewater Counties Astronomical Society at 9:00 pm to view the night sky. Get tips and share their scopes.    Grey Roots Museum, 102599 Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound
Contact:  519-376-3690

Trivia Challenge

Saturday, April 2, 2011

7:00 PM

The 15th Annual, ever popular Trivia Challenge returns to the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre. Tables of eight go head to head, matching brains and wit in the pinnacle summit of trivia buffs in Grey-Bruce. Prizes are awarded to the most creative team themes and costumes, with cash prizes going to the top 3 tables. It all adds up to a one-of-a kind party atmosphere. An abundance of fun and the first question all begin at 7 pm. Doors open at 6 pm; bring your own snacks or order early and Boston Pizza will deliver to your table. The trivia Challenge is an unparalleled team building activity. The questions are not that hard, and the atmosphere is very light and zany. Why not round up a team from your company or community group? Call or email us, and book your table now! $100/table of 8  Bayshore Community Centre, 1900 3rd Ave. East

Contact: Festival Office 519-376-4440 ext. 1225

Community Dance for All Ages

Saturday, April 2, 2011

8:00 PM   

Come out and try contra dancing in Owen Sound. Dances feature fabulous live contra dance music and callers from the local area as well as Eastern Canada and the New England regions. Whether you are a new or experienced dancer, in your 20s or in your 60s, traveling solo or bringing your partner/family - come out for a great evening of big smiles, community fun, and fabulous exercise! New to Contra Dancing Beginners are welcome at all Fiddlefern dances - No partner needed. Contra dancing is a walking step so no fancy footwork to be learned. All music is live (jigs & reels). All dances walked through before the dance. We hold Contra Dances the first Saturday of the month from September through June. Please check our Schedule for details. This site is updated regularly. For out of town dances, please follow the "Dance Community Links" to the right. We dance at St. Georges Church Hall in Owen Sound. It's on 10th Street East where we hold our Annual Spring Fling. It�s traditional to change partners for each dance, so you will dance with many people during an evening. Dress casually and comfortably in layers. It gets quite warm.  $10 adults; $7 Students; $5 children; $20 family;  St. George's Church Hall, 1049 4th Ave. East
Contact:  519-372-2689

78th Grey County Kiwanis Festival of Music Competition

Monday, April 4, 2011 to Thursday, April 8, 2010

Check the website for details as it becomes available. By Donation  Various Locations in Owen Sound Contact:  519-422-1209

Jason McCoy’s One Man Show Meaford

Wednesday, April 06, 2011 - Wednesday, April 06, 2011

 A nonstop, oneman Jason McCoy show featuring his own and Road Hammer chart toppers, interwoven with new songs, humour to rival any standup comedy act, and intimate stories exploring family, fun and faith. Meaford Hall is proud to present this fivetime Juno Award Male Country Vocalist of the Year Nominee www.jasonmccoy.com 8pm $37 

 Location: Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre

Mao's Last Dance Meaford

Thursday, April 07, 2011 - Thursday, April 07, 2011

 Mao’s Last Dancer Thursday Apr. 7 A drama based on the autobiography by Li Cunxin. At the age of 11, Li was plucked from a poor Chinese village by Madame Maos cultural delegates and taken to Beijing to study ballet. In 1979, during a cultural exchange to Texas, he fell in love with an American woman. Two years later, he managed to defect and went on to perform as a principal dancer for the Houston Ballet and as a principal artist with the Australian Ballet. Rated PG. Film starts at 4pm Tickets are $10.00 or 5 films for $40.00. 

 Location: Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre

MacBeth

Thursday, April 7, 2011 to Saturday, April 9, 2011

7:30 PM
In the ultimate Shakespearean tragedy, destiny and death await an ambitious Scottish lord who ascends the throne with the help of his scheming wife and a trio of witches. �By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes...�  Adults $23; Students/Seniors $20;  Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St. East
Contact: Roxy Box Office 519-371-2833

The 12th Annual Vintner's Dinner and Wine Auction

Saturday, April 9, 2011

6:30 PM   
Exceptional wines, great food and good friends await you at the social event of the year. Guest vintners will guide you through a selection of food and wine. Enjoy the live and silent aucitions. This event always sell out order tickets early! $100  Stone Tree Golf & Fitness, Owen Sound

Contact: David Adair 519-372-0212

17th Annual Holstein Maplefest

April 9, 2011

Location: Love's Sugar Bush
Closest Community: Holstein
Phone: 519-334-3490
Website: www.holsteinmaplefest.com

Edutainment at its best! All day pancake and sausage breakfast, craft sale, kids entertainment, 30 demonstrations and displays including: Fergus Highlands Pipe Band, Biscuit House, Taffy Pull, Blacksmith, Ice Cream Making, Candle Making, and Lots More!! Saturday, April 9th from 9:00am – 4:00pm & Sunday, April 10th from 10:00am – 3:00pm

Kemble Maple Syrup Tour

April 9, 2011

Location: Kemble United Church
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Terri
Phone: 519-370-2087

Tours starting from Kemble United Church at 10:00am. More details to follow and passport pick up locations to be announced. For more information call Terri at 519-370-2087

11th Annual Furball Blue Mountains

Saturday, April 09, 2011 - Saturday, April 09, 2011

 The 11th Annual Furball in support of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society is April 9th, at the Westin Trillium House starting at 6:00 pm. Dancing to Louis Lefaive and Kings of Swing. Tickets are only $125 each, call Deb 705.446.1510 to purchase.

 Location: Westing Trillium House

Pauley Shore Meaford

Wednesday, April 13, 2011 - Wednesday, April 13, 2011

 Pauly Shore comedy Wednesday April 13, 8pm Tickets -$35 A wildly goofy, deliberately obnoxious standup comedian. Shore shot to fame on MTV, and later moved his established "weasel" persona into feature films. A regular guest on Late Night and Howard Stern, Pauly Shore pushes all the boundaries with his wildly funny stories and commentary on sex, women and politics. He just finished shooting his second Showtime special in Vegas, and has a new CMT show starting end of January called Meet the Inlaws that he’s the host of. Language and content advisory. Presented by Meaford Hall www.paulyshore.com 

 Location: Meaford Hall 

Wintergrass Concert Series - Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out

Thursday, April 14, 2011

7:30 PM    Doors open 6:30 PM

Join the Queens Bush Bluegrass Club celebrating its 10th Wintergrass Concert Series in a superb concert with Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out (Georgia)and opening act Bluegrass Edition (Owen Sound). Tickets: $22 ...Members: $20. Topnotch bluegrass! $22; Members $20; Youth $10; Under 16 FREE  RC Legion in Owen Sound 14 St & 2 Ave West

Contact: Bernie Range 519-534-5923

12th Annual Home & Garden Show Creemore

Saturday, April 16, 2011 - Sunday, April 17, 2011

 A show providing a wonderful opportunity for you & your friends to spend a day enjoying some family entertainment such as over 80 exhibitor booths chance to win the Big Backyard Giveaway, Latest in Home Decor & Garden Displays Childrens Activities.

 Location: Creemore Arena

Easter Egg Hunt Elmvale

Saturday, April 16, 2011 - Saturday, April 23, 2011

 This Easter Egg Hunt is a unique family spring experience where they can Hop on numerous Easter Trails for all ages. Anyone can participate together in regardless of age from two to grandma. Spring Easter Egg Hunts gets people out of the hustle and bustle of city life to a country setting chalked full of family outdoor funwe like to call it agritainment. Easter Egg Hunts consists of 3 main trails. Follow the Bunny Trail, Hop on the Rabbit Trail or Solve the mystery of the Cotton Tail Caper. Each trail awards egg hunters candy treats. There also special times to visit the Easter Bunny for a photo and to get a handful of Easter eggs. Go to RoundsRanch.com for all the information and to download a colouring contest to win a FREE family pass to the hunt.
 Location: Wasaga Beach / Elmvale

MS Walk Collingwood, ON

Sunday, April 17, 2011 - Sunday, April 17, 2011

 The Collingwood MS Walk is a wonderful opportunity for you to show your commitment to your community and to join the movement to end MS. Last year the Collingwood community raised over $56,000 for local support services and national research to end MS. On April 17, 2011, more than 360 participants will join together in Collingwood at the MS Walk. This is a fun family friendly event for all ages to get outside and support a great cause! For more information regarding how to register or start a Team, please contact Allie Diamond, at 1.800.268.7582 ext. 3231 or visit www.mswalks.ca.

 Location: Royal Canadian Legion 490 Ontario St., L9Y 3Z5

The First Easter Story Collingwood

Tuesday, April 19, 2011 - Friday, April 22, 2011

 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Collingwood presents THE FIRST EASTER STORY "For God So Loved The World". The Passion of Christ told through drama and music. Tues. April 19th, at 730 p.m. Wed. April 20th, at 730 p.m. Thurs. April 21st, at 730 p.m. Fri. April 22nd, at 730 p.m. Tickets are free but required for admission. These are available at First Presbyterian Church, 200 Maple Street, Collingwood, the week of April 4th, from 1000 a.m. 100 p.m. No phone orders please. Tickets are also available from church office the week of April 11th.

 Location: First Presbyterian Church, 200 Maple Street

Be The Change Film Series Collingwood

 Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Wednesday, April 20, 2011

 Dirt! The Movie is an insightful and timely film that tells the story of the glorious and unappreciated material beneath our feet.Inspired by William Bryant Logan’sacclaimed book Dirt The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth. www.elephantthoughts.com

 Location: Gayety Theatre, Collingwood

Mid August Lunch- Film

April 21, 2011

Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Box Office
Phone: 519 538 0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca

Gianni is a middle-aged man living in Rome with his imposing and demanding elderly mother. His only outlet from her and the increasing debt into which they are sinking, are the increasingly frequent quiet sessions at the local tavern. As an Oriental saying goes, 'Moments of crisis are moments of opportunities'. These appear during the celebration of the holiday of Ferragosto on 15 August. That's when everybody leaves town to have fun. Opportunity knocks on Gianni's door in the most unexpected way. Italian with subtitles

Collingwood Jazz and Blues Society 2011 Series Collingwood

Thursday, April 21, 2011 - Thursday, April 21, 2011

 Suzie Vinnick and Roly Platt The Collingwood Jazz and Blues Society with the support of the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts are proud to again present the Collingwood Blues Series The series will present some of the cream of Canada’s Blues Artists and continues as follows May 19 Curly Bridges All concerts are 7 – 9 pm at the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts, 163 Hurontario Street, Collingwood Single Concert $15.00 advance, $20.00 at door Tickets are limited and available at Crow’s Nest, 239 Hurontario St. 705.445.4900 Gabriele Photo, 133 Hurontario St. 705.444.9030 BMFA Centre 163 Hurontario St. 705.445.3430 

 Location: Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts

3rd Annual Mix 106 Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 23, 2011

10:00 AM    to 1 pm

Hey Kids, check out the agenda for fun. Upon arrival visit decoration tables to create your paper bag masterpiece for egg collection. 10:30 am reptiles and rodents show with Shawn Yates, The Reptile Guy (30-45 mins); 11:15 am Egg Hunt for age groups: 3 yrs & under, 4-5 years; 11:45 am Egg Hunt for age groups 6-8 yrs & 9-10 yrs; 12:15 pm reptiles and rodents show with Shawn Yates, The Reptile Guy (30-45 mins).  Free admission  Grey Roots Museum, 102599 Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound

Contact:  519-376-3690

Craigleith Heritage Depot 2011 Lecture Series

April 25, 2011

Location: Beaver Valley Community Centre, Thornbury
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Suzanne Purdy
Phone: 705-444-2601
Email: spurdy@thebluemountains.ca
Website: www.thebluemountains.ca

The Craigleith Heritage Depot presents: Charles Garrad, Archaeologist, "Indian Myth and Magic on the Blue Mountain".

Cost: $7 per lecture, $10 per Couple, $2 Youth ticket (18 and Under), $65 Year Pass *Museum members receive 10% discount*

Tickets can be purchased at the door or can be pre-purchased at the Depot, or at Town Hall in Thornbury

For more information contact the Depot at (705) 444-2601 or visit www.thebluemountains.ca

BalancingAct - Margaret Walsh Best

April 25, 2011 to May 28, 2011

Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Box Office
Phone: 5195380463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca

“Balancing Act: Invasive Alien Plants” is an exhibition of watercolour paintings by Canadian Artist Margaret Walsh Best. This project examines, through research and visual representation, how a small plant can alter an ecosystem forever.

Scrabble Literacy Fun Days

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 to Thursday, April 28, 2011

16th Annual SunTimes Scrabble Literacy Fun Days. A fundraising Event for local Adult Learning Centres. Experienced players and first timers will enjoy the games. Please register in advance. Pledge Sheets Available  Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Libray

Contact:  519-376-6623 ext. 3

Grey Roots Regional Heritage Fair

Thursday, April 28, 2011 to Saturday, May 1, 2010

10:00 AM    1pm on weekend

Students are asked to interpret their Regional Heritage Fair projects for visitors, thereby sharing their stories with the community. The student fair itself is April 29, but projects will also remain up for public viewing April 30-May 1. viewing projects is free  Grey Roots Museum & Archives, Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound

Contact: Lara Javalyn 519-376-3690

Hawksley Workman and Oh Susanna!

April 30, 2011

Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Box Office
Phone: 519 538 0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca

With 12 albums to his name and a live show that is second to none, Juno Award winner Hawksley Workman has become a beloved Canadian cultural icon, celebrated from coast to coast. 2010 was an exciting year for Hawksley Workman fans, as he adds fresh material from not one but two new albums to his live repertoire for his biggest national Canadian tour to date – including a stop in Meaford! “A magnificent, sprawling performance” – Ottawa Citizen Accompanying Hawksley is Mr. Lonely on piano. Opening for Hawksley will be the talented singer song writer Oh Susanna. Check her out at www.ohsusanna.com . Presented by Meaford Hall www.hawksleyworkman.com

THE GEORGIAN TRIANGLE MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

Saturday, April 30, 2011 - Saturday, April 30, 2011

 presents a Masterclass Workshop for local music students, at New Life Brethren in Christ Church, Hwy. 124, Collingwood. 900 a.m. 600 p.m. Come and enjoy piano and percussion performances in the morning. String instruments and vocal performances in the afternoon. Students will perform and then receive an adjudication. For more information call Bev 705-445-8831.

 Location: New Life Brethren in Christ Church, Hwy. 124

New Jersey Nights

Saturday, April 30, 2011

7:30 PM   

The newest and hottest tribute production currently touring the theatre market is a tribute to �Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons�. The show features 20 year old singing sensation Paul Fracassi and his amazing high voice which captures the vocal talents of Frankie Valli. Paul Fracassi, who at 13 years old was the Star Search Champion and was a finalist in the last production of Canadian Idol, has brought his vocal strengths to this production along with a group of back-up musicians who sing and perform all the hits from Frankie Valli career. From songs such as �Sherry�, �Big Girls Dont Cry�, �Walk Like A Man� and many more, audiences are quickly warming up to this young singing sensation and constant applause has been the norm at every performance. The production has performed in venues from Calgary to Ontario and plans are to tour North America in the near future. A must see performance for all Franki Valli fans.  $29.50  Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St. East

Contact: Roxy Box Office 519-371-2833 or 1-888-446-7699