Events
August 28 – September 22
Guest Artist Series - An Intimate Distance
Featuring Peter Harris and Barry Smylie. Two different generations of painters. One presents a post modern view of landscape and rural themes. The other, a committed urban artist who celebrates human diversity in stark urban nightscapes.
Opening Reception and Artist Talk: September 7, 3pm - 5pm
Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario Street, Collingwood
(705) 445-3430,
September 3 – 30
Painting the Past
Presented by the Arts Advisory Council of the L.E. Shore Memorial Library and featuring Collingwood and area artists: Deirdre Chase, Adele Derkowski, Lisa Harpell, Jonathan Houghton, Norma Lee, Cynthia Marsh and Angela Plesa.
Opening reception: Saturday, September 7, 2pm – 4pm
L.E. Shore Memorial Library, 173 Bruce Street South, Thornbury
September 7, 14, 21, 28
Collingwood Farmer’s Market
Local vendors feature a wide range of organic vegetables and fruit, baking, meats and cheeses, flowers and trees, jams and preserves, handcrafted items and more. Special activities for the family, entertainment and artists are featured each week.
Every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, 8:30am – 1pm
Corner of Second and Pine Street, Collingwood Downtown
(705)445-5595
September 8 – November 17The Log Book: Carving an Artist
Creating an artistic practice requires cultivating the seeds that make us who we are. My story is my foundation; it is unique to me – as your story is to you. This exhibit represents the discovery of my authentic self and artistic voice. Presented by Pomona Life and featuring Collingwood artists: Andrea Currie (pen & ink drawings), Donna Michelle (jewellery) and Kirsty Wilson (ceramics, illustration) plus live music by Shane Cloutier.
Dufferin County Museum & Archives, 936029 Airport Road, Rosemount
September 12
County of Simcoe Regional Cultural Study Stakeholder Consultation and Public Forum
Culture plays an increasingly important role in growing local economies and enhancing quality of life in our communities. Recognizing this, the County of Simcoe is conducting a Regional Cultural Study to determine how we might support culture in Simcoe County. You are invited to participate in a guided information session to provide feedback, express opinions, and help shape the Cultural framework for Simcoe County.
Thursday, September 12
Collingwood Public Library, 55 Ste. Marie Street, Collingwood
Stakeholder session: 3-5pm
Public Forum: 6-8pm
RSVP to Pamela Blackmore, Project Manager, Cultural Study: (705) 726-9300 ext. 1015
Fill out the Cultural Framework Survey at
September 13
Frightful Friday
Celebrities create art masterpieces in an artist “paint off”…salsa dancing and music…live and silent Auctions…door prizes…tasty treats…official opening of the Environment Network Garden.
5 to 9pm, $10 donation at the door
Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario Street, Collingwood
(705) 445-3430,
September 18 - 28
Theatre Collingwood presents “Same Time Next Year”
One of the most popular and romantic comedies of the century, Same Time , Next Year follows the love affair between Doris and George, who while married to others, rendezvous once a year. Twenty-five years of manners and morals are hilariously and touchingly played out by the lovers, as life gives and takes away, and the changing world spins around them. This production is sure to delight you and bring you back to Theatre Collingwood the “same time next year”!
Dates & times: Sep 18-21, 8pm; Sep 22, 2pm; Sep 25, 2pm & 8pm; Sep 26-28, 8pm. For tickets and information: (705) 445-2200 or or visit the Box Office at Studio 7, 65 Simcoe Street, Collingwood
*Theatre Collingwood will also be presenting a one night only production of “The Sweetest Sounds” by Adrian Marchuk on October 26, 2013*
September 19
Tragically Hip Tribute: The Wheat Kings
The Wheat Kings have delivered rock n’ roll with the same energy, style, and sound as the Hip themselves – giving audiences exactly what they came to feel and hear.Doors Open: 7pm, Show Starts: 8pm
Tickets: $26.55 +HST, Tribute Series Package: $17.70 +HST
Contact Information:, (888) 353-3203
September 19
Author Talk with Terry Fallis
Collingwood Public Library is launching a new Author Talk Series. The series brings popular Canadian authors to Collingwood for an hour of discussion followed by a book signing. The fall series runs from September to November with one author each month. Terry Fallis – September 19 at 7pm Kamal Al-Solaylee – October 24 at 7pm Deidre Kelly – November 28 at 7pm The event is free for attendees with light refreshments provided. Tickets are free, limited and required. Pick up your tickets at the Public Services Desk. Ticket registration is now open! Contact us at (705) 445-1571. The Crow’s Nest Books and Gifts will be selling copies of the featured book with 15% of the proceeds going to the Library.September 20-22
The Great Northern Exhibition
Join the fun with midway rides, entertainment, agricultural demonstrations and more.
2220 Fairgrounds Road North (1 km south of Hwy 26)
Contact (705) 444-0308 or visit
September 25- October 27
21st Annual Juried Photo Show
Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario Street, Collingwood
Opening Reception and Awards: September 29, 1pm – 3pm
For more details, visit BMFA Photo on Facebook, or call (705) 445-3430.,
September 26
Collingwood Arts and Culture Awards Reception and Presentation
A celebration of Collingwood’s dynamic and vibrant arts and culture community with presentations to the 2013 award winners for their exemplary achievement, contribution & commitment to arts and culture in Collingwood.
5pm – 7pm, Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario Street, Collingwood. Contact: Parks, Recreation & Culture (705) 444-2500,
September 27 - 29
Culture Days 2012
A national celebration of arts and culture featuring free events and activities in communities across Canada. Participating groups, organization and artists in Collingwood include: Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts, Celtic Academy Canada, Collingwood Jazz & Blues Society, Collingwood Museum, Collingwood Public Library, Collingwood School of Dance, Richard and Anke Lex, Mountain Goat Film Company, Theatre Collingwood, The Gaslight Productions and The Tremont Artists.
Check out local and Canada-wide activities. For details on Collingwood specific activities visit
September-May
Collingwood Cinema Club
Screening Canadian and International Movies
Galaxy Cinemas, 6 Mountain Road, Collingwood
September through May, usually 3 times per month: 4pm, 6:30pm and 9pm on Mondays. 6 movies in the Fall, 12 movies Jan through April
Check specific dates for each movie on the website
Series of 6, 12 or 18 movies may be purchased before the start of each season.
Individual tickets may be purchased at the Inquiry Desk in the lobby of The Galaxy for$10 at 6:30 and 9pm movies if seating is available.
(705) 444-8444
Workshops, Classes & Camps
Music and Movement for Toddlers and Parents
Brenda Beattie of Brenda Beattie Music is teaching a Music and Movement program for toddlers and their parents. Beginning September 12th, classes will run in six week sessions on Thursdays at 10am at the St. George Anglican Church in Thornbury.
For more information and to register please go to brendabeattiemusic.com or email Brenda at
San Miguel Photography Adventure
Join Georgian Bay Photographers Lenore Burton and Bryan Davies on a seven day journey to expand your photographic vision as you capture the magical light of San Miguel de Allende, a colourful UNESCO Heritage site in Mexico. Meet new friends and improve your outdoor photography. Feb. 21-28, 2014
Contact: Bryan Davies photobryan.wordpress.com
The Bay School of Art
Classesbegin the week of September 10
Drawing & Painting for Adults:
Tuesday: 12:30 - 3:30pm; 6:30 - 9:30pm
Thursday: 12:30 -3:30pm
Life Drawing & Painting / Open Studio for Adults & Teens:
Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30pm
Drawing & Painting for Teens:
Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30pm, Thursday 4pm -6pm
Workshops for schools and conferences: BSA provides Art & Music classes and/or workshops for both elementary and secondary schools and businesses. Workshops are designed to enjoy building confidence in self-expression through the arts in addition to enriching and supporting curriculum.
Michelle Fleming: (705) 888-1683, ,
September 1 - 30
ArtSpark– workshops to ignite your creativity
We offer 1, 2 and ½ day workshops in art, craft & photography in Collingwood & Thornbury.Check us out on our website, or call (705) 446-7651 for more information.
Calls for Participation & Submissions
Gaslight Tour 2013: Launching A Legacy
Call to Audition!
Gaslight Tour is bringing the rich history of Collingwood’s shipyards alive with four one act plays, performed in local venues You are invited to audition for roles in these productions.
There’s a cast of 16 characters, men and women, ranging in age from late teens to seniors. And 5 guides.No acting experience is required; just bring your enthusiasm and sense of fun! For an audition please come to theTheatre Collingwood Studio Theatre, 65 Simcoe Street, Collingwood
Monday September 16 & Tuesday, September 17: 7pm – 9pm
21st Annual Juried Photo Show
Call for Submissions
This year the categories are: Street Photography, What Water Means to Me,Photography on the Edge (Creative use of photography & presentation, take your creativity to the limits, within our size restrictions) and iPhotography (Images shot & processed exclusively on mobile devices). On-line submissions required. Students (elementary/secondary) may enter into any category
Deadlines: On-line submissions: August 30; By Mail: September 19; In-Person: September 21
Photo Show dates are Sept. 25 – Oct. 27; Opening Reception and Awards Presentation is on
Sept. 29, 1 - 3pm
For more details, visit BMFA Photo on Facebook, or call (705) 445-3430
The Collingwood Trails Network Photo Contest
Call for Entry
In advance of the celebration of 25 years of trails in town, the Collingwood Trails Network is holding a photo contest and inviting the submission of images featuring Collingwood’s trails. The winning photograph will appear on the cover of the 2014-2015 Collingwood Trails Network Map, second and third place winners will appear inside the map. In addition, the first place winner will receive $250, second place will receive $100 and third place will receive $50. The top five photos will be featured on the Town of Collingwood website and displayed at Skelton Galleries, Collingwood. Deadline: Friday, Jan. 31, 2014
Guidelines and entry form are available at Parks, Recreation & Culture, 105 Hurontario Street (705) 444-2500 ext. 3287 or
Central Park Arena Art Display
Call for Entry
Display Dates: October 2013 – March 2014
Deadline for Entry: Friday, September 6, 2013
The Town of Collingwood is seeking submissions of professional artwork suitable for temporary display in the lobby of the new Central Park Arena from October 2013 to March 31, 2014. The Central Park Arena is currently being constructed and is scheduled to be open to the public in October 2013. Submissions for this exhibition are best suited to large-scale works that are completed or in progress and slated to be complete prior to the installation date. The selected artist will receive an exhibition fee.
Selection process: Submissions will be reviewed based on suitability for the location, aesthetic appeal, durability and quality. In the event that no submissions resulting from this call are judged to meet the project, the Town reserves the right to re-issue the call or consign a local artist for the opportunity.
Call for Entry: Full details and guidelines for entry are available at Parks, Recreation and Culture, 105 Hurontario Street, (705) 444-2500 ext. 3287 or
Call for Nominations for Directors
The BMFA is seeking individuals who are interested in becoming a member of the BMFA Board of Directors. Please contact Susan at the BMFA office if you wish to nominate someone or submit an expression of interest. (705)445-3430 or
Arts & Culture Collingwood is a free monthly electronic calendar of upcoming arts and culture events and activities in Collingwood. If you have an arts and culture event or activity you’d like to include next month, contact: for policy and distribution details.Deadline: 15th of every month for events taking place the following month.The e-calendar is posted monthly at , where you can find other information and resources on Collingwood’s arts and culture community.
We’ll make every effort to ensure the e-calendar is up-to-date, however changes after distribution may occur. Please contact the individual organization to confirm the date and time of the event you are planning to attend.
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