All Entries in the "Arts & Culture" Category
A full day of fun at Wellington’s Family Day
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison As snow flurries fell, families were welcomed into the warmth of the Wellington and District Community Centre for Family Day fun on Monday. Highlighted was six hours of family-oriented games and activities provided at no cost. The municipality, together with Wellington Rotary, Lions, the Recreation Committee and Prince Edward […]
“Spirits of our Past” come to life during Flashback February
The unique cultural history of Prince Edward County will be on full display during Flashback February, a week of talks, film screenings, performances and experiences that runs Feb. 16-23. “The schedule of events has something for everyone – from culinary workshops to children’s programming – and there’s a County connection with each activity,” said Jennifer […]
Escape Room a new approach to sharing County history
Opening Flashback February celebrations, the County Museums is launching an Escape Room experience, using the summer kitchen and handyman’s quarters at Macaulay House as the stage for a new, interactive way to experience local history. “Escape Macaulay House is meant to build a sense of community and place with a new approach to sharing history […]
Bounty of County names and scenes at Vintage Waupoos show
The third annual Waupoos Vintage Photo Show will see the unveiling of new additions to the ‘Waupoos Town Hall Vintage Photo Collection’, Sunday at the North Marysburgh Hall. It features enlarged and framed copies of rare and valuable photos being donated for permanent display on the walls of the North Marysburgh Recreation Centre by local […]
County Food Hub breaks ground with proud supporters
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison In a ceremonial groundbreaking, the Prince Edward County Food Hub was officially launched at Sophiasburgh Central School Friday before an invited crowd. Instead of shovels hitting the proverbial frozen ground outside, County Food Hub chair Mike Farrell and vice-chair Todd Foster, brandished a gold crow bar and mallet inside […]
Ice Box – Art in the Heart of Winter – celebration debuts
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison Prince Edward County celebrated art in the heart of winter during a brand-new event held on the grounds of Macaulay Heritage Park. Ice Box—art in the heart of winter—made its debut in the first-ever event of its kind on the weekend – in weather warm enough to banish winter […]
Arts, entertainment, recreation sector focus of County’s next business study
The County’s Community Development Department is extending the Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) program to the local arts, entertainment and recreation sectors. BR+E, a program supported by the Ontario government, allows the municipality to collect and analyze industry-specific information through interviews and surveys. County staff study the results, then develop goals and an action plan […]
Say and Do Nice Things campaign begins
The award-winning ‘Say and Do Nice Things’ campaign unfolds for its fifth year at Hastings and Prince Edward District schools. “Say and Do Nice Things is a way for positive comments or stories to be shared at schools, the Education Centre and through families and communities,” said Kerry Donnel, communications officer with the school board. […]
Space-themed lantern festival brings light to a cold, dark night
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison The Crystal Palace rocked Saturday night to the eclectic and eccentric sounds of Guh following an evening parade through the streets of Picton. A biting cold evening with strong winds was no match for the excitement. The Mill, consisting of band members Ruth Dwight, Ken Hudson, Bruce Snider and Mario […]
Crowds enjoy fine craft at annual Maker’s Hand
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison If it was recycled, upcycled, reinvented, sculpted, sewn or woven, it could be found at this year’s Maker’s Hand. Thirty-nine fine artisans displayed one-of-a-kind wares last weekend at the Picton Community Centre at the popular annual show and sale. Described as a festival of fine craft, the 14th edition […]
