Molson Canadian 67 Women's Week

Tue. March 1, 2011
This one’s for the ladies only – get special treatment all week long. Take advantage of Specialty Lift Ticket Rates, enjoy Après Specials at Jozo’s Bar and enjoy week-long excitement in participating Village locations! Be sure to spot the Blue Mountain Ski Team on-hill throughout the week for your chance to win great prizing!

Adult Cooking Classes Collingwood

Tuesday, March 01, 2011 - Saturday, June 04, 2011
Location: Loblaw Great Foods
705-445-1431 
 Curries of the World with Chef Jasjit Part 1 Saturday June 4, 12-2pm Curry is not a specific spice, its a blend of numerous spices that differs all over the world. In this 2part series, Chef Jasjit demystifies the world of curry, explaining the basic spice blend and which ingredients make each curry unique. Todays class includes Indias creamy Chicken Tikka with PC Naan and Chutney zesty Jamaican Jerk Chicken or Vegetarian Tofu with homemade Jerk Sauce and flavourful Thai Red Curry/Massaman Curry with Eggplant & Beef. $30. Visit the customer service desk to register or call.

Live @ Jozo's - Itchy & Scratchy

Thu. March 3

Enjoy live music at Jozo's

Tuba Concert & Russian Symphony

Saturday, March 5, 2011
Contact: David Adair 519-372-0212
OSCVI Regional Auditorium, 1550 8th St. East Owen Sound
7:30 PM
Marshall Gayman, tuba, started playing in the GBS before High School, he returns to us and his home near Hanover from his studies in Montreal. He will play a real gem, Barbara York�s Tuba Concerto. This tuneful program then culminates with the Folk Songs from Kalinnikov�s Symphony No.1 $5-$28

Kevin Fox

Saturday, March 5, 2011
Adults $31; Students/Seniors $28;  Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St. East
Contact: Roxy Box Office 519-371-2988
8:00 PM
After years of working with artists such as Raine Maida, Celine Dion, and Tom Cochrane, Kevin Fox has stepped into the spotlight on his own. This Halifax native and multi-instrumental artist uses his signature tool, the cello, to create songs that blend classical and pop music sensibilities. With his fresh songs, innovative production skills, and charismatic voice, Kevin creates captivating work that has been called remarkably evocative and a stunning achievement. This show is not to be missed!

Community Dance for All Ages

Saturday, March 5, 2011
$10 adults; $7 Students; $5 children; $20 family;  St. George's Church Hall, 1049 4th Ave. East
Contact:  519-372-2689
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. 

2011 Discoveries Preliminary Showcase

Sunday, March 6, 2011
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library, 824 First Ave. West
Contact: Roxane Davidson 519-371-2995
2:00 PM
The GBFS offers the opportunity to musicians, under the age of 21, to perform at the 2011 Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival. Three acts are chosen to perform in the Discoveries Concert the Friday night of the festival. Open to public- No Admission

Coors Light Men's Week

Mon. March 7

Bring the boys out for Coor’s Light Men’s Week! Take advantage of Specialty Lift Ticket Rates; enjoy Après Specials at Jozo’s Bar and enjoy week-long excitement in participating Village locations! Be sure to spot the Coors Light Ski Team on-hill during the week for your chance to receive great prizing!

Gallery Night at the Movies - MADE IN DAGENHAM

Monday, March 7, 2011

2:00 PM
$13  Galaxy Cinemas
Contact: Kim Skene (519) 376-1932 x229

The Irish Rovers

Monday, March 7, 2011
The Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St. East
$39.50 
Contact: The Roxy Theatre - Box Office 1-888-446-ROXY (7699)
7:30 PM
The Irish Rovers have charmed and entertained audiences around the world with their exciting stage shows. Throughout the years, these international ambassadors of Irish music have maintained theier timeless ability to deliver a great performance.

Joel Plaskett & Peter Elkas Meaford

Wednesday, March 09, 2011 - Wednesday, March 09, 2011
www.peterelkas.com.
8pm
$32 
 Location: Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre
 Canada has produced some of the world’s most enduring songwriters multiple Juno and ECMA awardwinner Joel Plaskett is hailed as one of the best. Joel’s latest release, “Three” is a masterpiece featuring an eclectic blend of styles, ranging from drummachine rock ‘n’ roll, to strippeddown acoustic folk, to a deepcountry vibe and rollicking pop. A songwriter’s holy trinity – “Three” marks another landmark in the career of this great Canadian songwriter. “A folk ‘n’ rollindie collision that brims with energy.” – The Word.. Presented by Meaford Hall www.joelplaskett.com . Peter Elkas is a Canadian indie rock singer / songwriter “soulful and smooth, but with a rough edge”

The Social Studio

Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Contact: Kim (519) 376-1932
1:00 PM To 4:00 pm
Don’t have room to paint at home? Need inspiration to finish your art work? Drop in to the Gallery’s new afternoon open studio session from 1 to 4 pm - a friendly time to get together to paint, discuss and explore new ideas. Bring your own materials; no oil paint; free. none

Live @ Jozo's - Dave Ward Band 

Thu. March 10, 2011
Enjoy live music at Jozo's

Adult Cooking Classes Collingwood

Friday, March 11, 2011 - Friday, March 11, 2011
Location: Loblaw Great Foods
705-445-1431 
 St. Patty’s Day Feast with Jim Comishen Friday March 11, 6-8pm Irish eyes will be smiling as Chef Jim Comishen prepares an authentic St. Patrick’s Day meal. Youll start with fresh, homemade Buttermilk & Cheese Biscuits, followed by light, delicate Irish Skink (soup). For the main course, it’s a traditional Lamb & Guinness Stew over a bed of creamy Champ (Irishstyle mashed potatoes), and for dessert, a delectable Bread Pudding flavoured with Irish Whiskey and a WhiskeyInfused Custard Sauce. $30. Visit the customer service desk to register or call 

21st Annual Thornbury Winter Antique Show Thornbury

Saturday, March 12, 2011 - Sunday, March 13, 2011
call 519.599.5017
 email agsa@georgian.net  
 www.FineArtandAntiques.ca
 Location: Beaver Valley Community Centre
 The 21st Annual Thornbury Winter Antique Show, featuring 26 professional antiques dealers, takes place in the Beaver Valley Community Centre, 81 Victoria St. in downtown Thornbury. This winter’s show, known as this area’s finest winter antiques event, opens on Saturday, March 12, 2011 10am to 5pm, continuing Sunday, March 13 10am to 4pm. Admission is $5.00. "as always . . . a great show in the heart of ski country!” 

March Break Family Activities

Saturday, March 12, 2011 to Saturday, March 19, 2011
Contact: Melissa Ruth 519-376-3690
$6 for adults 
Grey Roots Museum & Archives, 102599 Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound
10:00 AM    to 5pm
For March Break we are offering family-oriented activities including daily family-friendly movies at 2:00 pm and scavenger hunts. Bring the whole family! All activities included with admission. *Please note that Grey Roots is closed Sundays & Mondays.

Life Drawing

Sunday, March 13, 2011
Contact: Trevor (519) 376-1932
1:00 PM    1 to 3 pm
Non-instructional Life Drawing session in Gallery Studio; 1 to 3 pm. $15 ($12 for TTAG members)  Tom Thomson Art Gallery

2011 Discoveries Preliminary Showcase

Sunday, March 13, 2011
Contact: Roxane Davidson gbfs@bmts.com
1:00 PM
The GBFS offers the opportunity to musicians, under the age of 21, to perform at the 2011 Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival. Three acts are chosen to perform in the Discoveries Concert the Friday night of the festival. Open to public- No Admission.   Back Eddies.

Spring Rocks Concert Series

Mon. March 14
The Village at Blue is the place to be March Break 2011! 4 days of FREE concerts all here in the Village Events Plaza daily at 5pm! Performing live. The Village at Blue is the place to be March Break 2011!! 4 days of FREE concerts all here in the Village Events plaza daily at 5pm! March 14 The Midway State March 15 Bedouin Soundclash March 16 Stereos March 17 Ill Scarlett

Art A la carte

Monday, March 14, 2011 to Friday, March 18, 2011
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Contact: Kim (519) 376-1932
For the young at art, something different every day at the Gallery during March Break, March 14-18. Watch our website for details or contact the Gallery. tba 

March Break Kids Camp

Monday, March 14, 2011 to Friday, March 18, 2011
$125  Grey Roots Museum & Archives, 102599 Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound
Contact: Melissa Ruth 519-376-3690
Ancient Worlds - Hands On History Join us for a weeklong adventure exploring the ancient cultures of Rome, Greece, Maya, India and China! This daycamp is available to children ages 5 to 12. Enroll early to guarantee your place in history.

Colin James Up Close & Personal An Acoustic Tour Meaford

Tuesday, March 15, 2011 - Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Presented by Meaford Hall www.colinjames.com
8pm
$38
 Location: Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural
 “I’m opening doors for you –walk through them.” From the prairies of Saskatchewan to sharing the stage with arguably the greatest and most influential guitarists of all time, Colin James still remembers those words of advice given to him by the late, great, Stevie Ray Vaughan. For every young guitar player growing up in a small town, Colin James’ story is their story – one of drive, passion, ambition and a strong sense that their destiny lay beyond the safe confines of home. A consummate professional and a superb guitarist, Colin is a musician’s, musician. The confidence that comes with maturity can be heard in his voice and seen in his electrifying stage performance. He does what comes naturally – he always has – he knows no other way and no other life.

Keep Winter Cool

Wed. March 16
This year marks Blue Mountain’s 7th annual Keep Winter Cool event, being held in the Village at Blue. Keep Winter Cool aims to raise awareness about the potential effects of climate change on the ski/snowboard industry and encourages skiers and snowboarders to do their part to reduce their environmental impact. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever and features a B101 off-the-grid radio program, McMaster University’s Solar Racing Car, bluevelo velomobiles, renewable energy displays, and much more!

Be The Change Film Series Collingwood

Wednesday, March 16, 2011 - Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Location: Gayety Theatre, Collingwood
www.elephantthoughts.com
 The Clean Bin Project all started with a bet Is it possible to live completely waste free? Jenny and Grant go ahead in a one year competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least landfill garbage.

The Velveteen Rabbit kid’s theatre!

March 17, 2011

Location: Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Box Office
Phone: 877-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.com
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
2pm $15/8
This beautiful tale is a modern children's classic, in which a stuffed toy rabbit learns what it means to be REAL. A splendid dramatic adaptation portrays a young child's world of special toys, played by one superb actor and a cast of kids you may know! "When a child loves you for a long time, not just to play with, but really loves you, then you become REAL", explains the Skin Horse in the story. The presentation is an excellent introduction to the world of theatre, with some of the roles played by children themselves! With a one-hour rehearsal, and a new set of participants for each performance, the children are let in on the secret that will make them look like they've been practicing for weeks! For those children interested in participating please call 519.538.1060 ext.1203. Presented by Meaford Hall www.erewhontheatre.com

Polar Bear Dip

Saturday, March 19, 2011
12:30 PM    registration starts; dip at 1 pm;
Contact: Ted Kitto 519-376-1234 ext. 148
Bayshore Community Centre
The 12th Annual Polar Bear Dip for Ontario Special Olympics is organized by city police officers with registration starting at 12:30 in the front lobby of the Bayshore Community Centre. For pledge sheets/event waivers please contact Sgt. Ted Kitto at the number provided.    beach area north of the

Roxy Ride Day

Sun. March 20
Here’s is your chance to learn new tricks from the Roxy Team, jam your favorite feature and win prizes from Roxy. You can also check out the newest snowboards from Roxy and take them out for a run. Rumor is that Roxy Pro, Robin Van Gyn and a few others will be hanging out with us all day long.
We also felt like spreading the love – there will be $250 cash up for grabs for a late afternoon best trick jam. Breakfast AND lunch are included, plus everyone is going to walk away with an awesome gift bag

The Wonders of Church Buildings in the Middle Ages Lecture

Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Grey Roots Museum, 102599 Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound
Contact:  519-376-3690
2:30 PM 
This presentation is part of our Spring Lecture Series with Walter Crowe taking place on Tuesday afternoons from March 22 through April 12 at 2:30 pm in our Theatre. Complimentary refreshments following. Free with admission. Members free as always. Check out the advantages of being a Grey Roots Member.  

Wintergrass Concert Series - Charlie Sizemore Band

Thursday, March 24, 2011
$22; Members $20; Youth $10; Under 16 FREE  RC Legion in Owen Sound 14 St & 2 Ave West
7:30 PM    Doors open 6:30 PM
Contact: Bernie Range 519-534-5923
Join the Queens Bush Bluegrass Club celebrating its 10th Wintergrass Concert Series with a fabulous concert by the Charlie Sizemore Band (Nashville)and opening act The Riverbend Gentlemen (Pt. Elgin). Topnotch bluegrass!

3rd Annual Divalicious Girls Night Out

Friday, March 25, 2011

6:00 PM    Cocktails 6-7 pm; Auction 6-9 pm; Dinner at 7 pm;
TBA  Days Inn Hotel & Convention Centre, 950 6th St. East Owen Sound
Contact: Owen Sound Museums 519-371-0031 or 519-371-3333
Owen Sound Museums and Days Inn Hotel & Convention Centre present Fire & Ice, A Divalicious Girls Night Out! Cocktails from 6-7; Silent Auction 6-9; Dinner at 7; Live Auction 9 pm; - Join in the laughter when you greet your friends and view the unique items available from our silent auction table--from chocolate to a weekend at a Bed & Breakfast. - Take pleasure in being served by our Celebrity Servers, Owen Sounds finest firefighters and prominent business men. - Enjoy and Savour the culinary creations of Executive Chef Michael Collicott Days Inn & Conference Centre. He has created a special menu for this event. - Feel the excitement when you and your friends have the chance to bid on the "ICE" at our live auction. We will have 5 identical purses with one slight difference. One purse will hold "ICE" a piece of Dazzling Diamond Jewelry that every woman will want in her wardrobe!! Arm candy and eye candy in one fun-filled evening. All funds raised go directly to the enhancement and development of community and education programs, and exhibit displays.

Maple Syrup Festival / Festival du sirop drable

Saturday, March 26, 2011
Grey Roots Museum & Archives, Grey Rd. 18 south of Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn 519-376-3690
8:00 AM    breakfast served until 11am
Ecole Saint-Dominique-Savio, Jardin des D’couvertes and Grey Roots host this annual festival. Food, music and childrens activities in French. Tour historic homes in our Heritage Village, make taffy, enjoy a M’tis concert, wagon ride and sheep shearing. regular rates apply plus additional fee for breakfast

Reel Paddling Film Festival

Saturday, March 26, 2011
7:00 PM
TBD  Roxy Theatre, 251 9th St. East
Contact: Roxy Box Office 519-371-2833
SUNTRAIL is proud to once again be the local host sponsor for the Reel Paddling Film Festival's World Tour, showcasing the best paddling, canoeing, and kayaking films of the year. The films listed are part of the current Reel Paddling tour however may not all be part of the Owen Sound screening. Check out the website for more information. Best Canoeing Film - Digging Water: A Voyage by North Canoe; Best Sea Kayaking Film - Eastern Horizons; Best Kayak Fishing Film - Kayak Fishing: Game On; Best Environmental Paddling Film - MeraMec River: Miracles & Milestones; Best Whitewater Film - Pulse; Best Short Film - The Snowy River - Reflections of a River Lost; Best Adventure/Travel Paddling Film - This is the Sea4: New Zealand Circumnavigation; Best Documentary Paddling Film - Ausable Marathon Canoe Race;