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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:PD Day: Musical Moments
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy community music making\, explore music history\, make musical instrument crafts\, play in the Families Gallery\, and discover classic toys and games.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/pd-day-musical-moments/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Guelph Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. The Civic Museum will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250614T110000
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Guelph Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. The Civic Museum will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent-2/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T110000
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. We will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community. \nVisit the Guelph and District Multicultural Festival site for more details.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent-3/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:National Celebration of First Nations\, Inuit and Metis People
DESCRIPTION:The annual National Celebration of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples returns to Riverside Park from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday\, June 20 \nSince 1996\, many First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 during the summer solstice. Additionally\, June is National Indigenous History Month—a time for all Canadians to reflect upon and learn the history\, cultures\, contributions and resilience of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples. With several powwows taking place across the province on June 21 this year\, the City has moved this event to the day prior. \nCall for vendors: guelph.ca/2025/05/call-for-indigenous-vendors-and-advisors-for-guelphs-national-celebration-of-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-peoples \nFull details: guelph.ca/nationalcelebration
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/national-celebration-of-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-people/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Emilyn Stam and John David Williams
DESCRIPTION:Fourth Fridays burst with a celebration of music\, history\, creativity and community connection. Each month\, enjoy free admission to the Civic Museum from 5–9 pm\, with live performances starting at 7 pm. Concerts will take place on the patio\, weather permitting. \nThis month\, experience the enchanting sounds of Guelph-based duo Emilyn Stam and John David Williams. Known for their unique blend of clarinet\, violin\, and accordion\, Emilyn and John David craft a sound that is steeped in European folk traditions and alive with contemporary creativity. \nHaving met in the vibrant Lemon Bucket Orkestra\, the duo has since carved out a distinctive musical path\, drawing inspiration from the social dance music of central France. Their performances are rich with storytelling\, improvisation\, and a deep respect for the traditions they carry forward. \nThis concert marks the release of their fourth album\, Iris—a collection of clarinet and violin renditions of dance tunes from the Limousin region of France. Audiences will be treated to selections from Iris alongside favorites from their previous albums\, including the Canadian Folk Music Award-nominated Honeywood and the whimsical The Farmer Who Lost His Cow. \nNote: There will be construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North during this event. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) will be maintained for the duration of the work.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-john-david-williams-and-emilyn-stam/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Canada Day Tea at McCrae House
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy tea\, scones and a bottomless pot of tea in the peaceful backyard gardens at McCrae House National Historic Site. Under large pine trees\, experience McCrae Private blend tea or Town Garden blend tea\, served with scones\, whipped cream\, berries and special Canada Day-themed treats. \nSeatings at 10 am and 2 pm. Admission to the Museum is included. \nBook your tea time at Eventbrite.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/canada-day-tea-at-mccrae-house/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Canada Day: A Day of Reflection\, Connection\, and Community
DESCRIPTION:We recognize that people mark Canada Day in different ways\, and we invite you to spend it at the Civic Museum in community\, contemplation\, and creativity. \nBegin your day with a Guided Meditation with Alpa Acharya at 10:00 a.m. This 45-minute session – held outdoors on our patio\, weather permitting – starts with gentle stretching and breathing exercises\, followed by a meditation designed to cultivate unconditional love and a deep sense of interconnectedness. Together\, we’ll explore our infinite consciousness and our relationship with the universe. Feel free to bring a yoga mat. No sign-up necessary. \nAt 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.\, join Circle of Sound: A Drop-In Interactive Experience with Gary Diggins. In this engaging session\, Diggins will introduce world instruments and musical practices that foster connection and collaboration. Drum\, chant\, and celebrate in a communal circle of sound—no experience necessary\, just a willingness to listen\, play\, and be present. \nWhile at the Museum\, explore our exhibitions\, including Art As We Are: Creative Community Care\, Darkness and Light: Inside the Ontario Reformatory\, Where the Rivers Meet\, and The Families Gallery \nWhether you’re seeking quiet reflection or joyful connection\, the Civic Museum offers a welcoming space to mark Canada Day in a way that resonates with you. \nAdmission by donation \nImportant Note: There is currently construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) is available and will be maintained.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/canada-day-a-day-of-reflection-connection-and-community/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-2/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-5/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250717T213000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Theatre: We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow
DESCRIPTION:We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow is a concert piece for voice and guitar created by Juno-nominated and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee-awarded composer/playwright Mike Ford.  Described as a “solo troubadour opera\,” it was commissioned by Guelph Museums for events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation in Europe\, including this world debut at Backyard Theatre. \nConceived as an integral composition reflecting no specific real-life individual\, battle\, war\, era\, or planet\, We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow is a musical-lyrical exploration of thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences of a fictional warrior\, inspired by soldiers’ writings from across the centuries. \nMuseum and cash bar open one hour prior to showtime. The performance is approximately 60 minutes. \nThis is Ford’s third original piece presented at Backyard Theatre\, after Sons of ’17 and McCrae in the Mirror\, works that went on to tour Europe in extraordinary Guelph Museums-curated memorial adventures. \nTickets available via Eventbrite.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/backyard-theatre-we-lived-felt-dawn-saw-sunset-glow/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: The Tuba Machine
DESCRIPTION:Kick back and soak up the summer vibes with The Tuba Machine and special guest Laurent Humeau at this month’s Fourth Friday concert. This whimsical duo blends foot-operated tuba\, fiddle\, trumpet\, clarinet\, and banjo guitar to bring old-time jazz\, rags\, blues\, and folk music to life. Their playful\, toe-tapping sound is full of charm and curiosity—perfect for a warm evening of music under the summer sky. Bring a friend\, grab a seat\, and let the good times roll! \nWeather permitting\, the concert will take place outdoors on the museum patio\, offering a beautiful setting to enjoy live music under the evening sky \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 pm\, with the concert beginning at 7 pm. Cash bar. \nImportant Note: There is currently construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) is available and will be maintained.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-the-tuba-machine/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250806T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-3/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
CREATED:20250724T190817Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Celtic Effect Band
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a foot-stomping\, sing-along evening with Celtic Effect\, a high-energy duo bringing the spirit of the Celtic pub to downtown Guelph! From rousing classics like Whiskey in the Jar\, Galway Girl\, and The Night Paddy Murphy Died to crowd-pleasing favourites like Brown Eyed Girl and Sweet Caroline\, this dynamic performance promises a night of music\, laughter\, and unforgettable fun. Don’t miss this perfect summer celebration of Celtic charm and barroom anthems! \nWeather permitting\, the concert will take place outdoors on the museum patio\, offering a beautiful setting to enjoy live music under the evening sky. \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 p.m.\, with the concert beginning at 7 p.m. Cash bar.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-celtic-effect-band/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T080000
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SUMMARY:Portraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service
DESCRIPTION:From pre-Confederation conflicts through to the war in Afghanistan\, Black Canadians have a proud tradition of military service. They have fought and died for freedom abroad\, even as they have struggled against discrimination at home. \nPortraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service\, a new travelling exhibition circulated by the Canadian War Museum\, celebrates the contributions of Black Canadians in the military through compelling accounts of service and sacrifice from across the country. \nThe exhibition highlights the contributions and experiences of Black men and women from Nova Scotia and southern Ontario — two historic centres of Black migration — as well as from other parts of Canada. \nVisitors will recognize familiar names and events\, such as the story of William Hall\, one of Canada’s first recipients of the Victoria Cross. They will also discover many lesser-known stories\, like that of Connie and Kathleen Brown\, twin sisters who served during the Second World War. \nGuelph Museums has developed a unique\, localized chapter within the national narrative of the touring exhibition. This addendum focuses on the history of Black military service and migration to Guelph\, Ontario\, including the story of First World War servicemen Henry Francis Courtney\, Victor Goines\, Gordon Goines\, and Tom Malott who served in the No. 2 Construction Battalion\, the largest all-Black unit in Canadian military history. \nPortraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service was developed by the Canadian War Museum\, Ottawa in partnership with the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia\, Halifax and the Niagara Military Museum\, Niagara Falls. \n\n\n\n	David Johnson in Korea \nNiagara Military Museum\n\nDavid Johnson en Corée \nNiagara Military Museum \n \n\n\n	Molly Lamb Bobak Private Roy\, Canadian Women’s Army Corps\,1946 \nBeaverbrook Collection of War Art Canadian War Museum CWM 19710261-1626\n\nMolly Lamb Bobak Soldat Roy\, Service féminin de l’armée canadienne\, 1946 \nCollection Beaverbrook d’art militaire Musée canadien de la guerre MCG 19710261-1626  \n\n\n	Alvie Burden \nCourtesy of Eric Brunt \n\nAlvie Burden \nAvec l’aimable autorisation d’Eric Blunt\n \n\n\n	Connie and Kathleen Brown \nNiagara Military Museum\n\nConnie et Kathleen Brown \nNiagara Military Museum
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/portraits-stories-of-black-canadian-military-service/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:The Guelph Pipe Band offers a full performance in uniform starting at 6:30 p.m. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-4/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Military Lecture: The Cold War in Canada by Dr. Sara Matthews
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Region of Waterloo is home to a Cold War nuclear shelter? Built in 1966 and designed by the same architectural firm responsible for the CN Tower\, the bunker was constructed to ensure the continuity of government in the event of a catastrophic nuclear strike. Join Dr. Sara Matthews for a discussion about how communities imagined nuclear survival and the role of Canadian Cold War propaganda. Together we will explore the visual communication of public safety and consider the question\, “how is citizenship constructed in relation to threat?” \nDoors open at 6:30 pm and the presentation starts at 7:00 pm\, followed by a question period. \nThe lecture premiered in-person at the Civic Museum\, and online via our Facebook livestream. The recorded conversation is available on Facebook\, YouTube\, and our Museum Everywhere Portal. Guelph Museums’ Military Lecture series is presented in partnership with the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada. \nWatch The Recording\n\nAbout the Speaker\n \nDr Sara Matthews is Associate Professor in Communication Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University. Working in the field of critical security studies\, her projects explore the relations between visual culture and martial politics as well as how communities craft creative modes of relationality and survival in response to practices of state securitization.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/military-lecture-the-cold-war-in-canada-by-dr-sara-matthews/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Military Lecture Series,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Making Roots: Welcoming Week Art Workshop with Taras Lachowsky
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate connection\, creativity\, and community with Guelph-based Ukrainian artist Taras Lachowsky during this special Welcoming Week art workshop. Designed to bring together longtime residents and newcomers alike\, this drop-in session invites participants to explore the unifying power of art through hands-on creativity. \nGuided by Lachowsky\, you’ll experiment with a variety of artmaking techniques while reflecting on the symbol of the tree – a powerful metaphor for connection\, growth\, and setting down roots in a new place. Whether you’re new to Guelph or have called it home forever\, this workshop offers a space to share stories\, make art\, and build community. \nWelcoming Week is a global annual campaign that connects neighbours of all backgrounds through community activities and events\, reaffirming welcoming values\, fostering a mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants\, and building a deeper sense of belonging for Newcomers and all. \nAbout The Artist:\n \nTaras Lachowsky is a multidisciplinary artist whose work is deeply rooted in his Ukrainian heritage and community engagement. Based in Guelph\, Lachowsky blends traditional and contemporary techniques to explore themes of identity\, belonging\, and cultural resilience. His workshops are known for fostering inclusive\, reflective spaces where creativity becomes a bridge between people and cultures.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/welcoming-week-workshop-with-taras-lachowsky/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Gary Diggins and Luc Julian
DESCRIPTION:Step into an evening of immersive sound and soulful reflection as Gary Diggins and Luc Julian present Music as Medicine\, a concert that explores the healing power of music through global traditions. This unique performance features instruments and sound practices passed down by knowledge keepers from cultures across Africa\, India\, and beyond – affirming the timeless truth that sound can nourish the soul. \nDiggins and Julian have studied with mentors and wisdom holders around the world\, learning to use music not just as art\, but as a tool for wellbeing. Their collaboration blends acoustic textures\, meditative rhythms\, and deep listening to create a space of connection and renewal. \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 p.m.\, with performances beginning at 7 p.m. Cash bar. \nAbout The Artists:\nGary Diggins is an expressive arts practitioner\, educator\, and author who has spent over 40 years exploring the intersection of sound and healing. His musical path has taken him across continents—from India to Africa\, Europe to Israel\, and even to the stage of Carnegie Hall. His work blends acoustic world instruments with deep listening and therapeutic intention\, offering audiences a unique and transformative experience. \nFrom an early age\, Luc Julian was immersed in a world where spirituality\, music\, and cultural exchange were deeply intertwined. Raised in Sierra Leone\, West Africa\, where his parents were engaged in community work\, Julian developed a deep respect for diverse traditions. Upon returning to Canada\, he took up the cello at the age of seven\, an instrument he played with natural ease and devotion. During his studies at Wilfrid Laurier University\, he found himself disillusioned by the competitive pressures of the classical music world. Searching for a deeper connection to music beyond technical mastery\, he left University and traveled to St. Louis in Senegal\, where he began his first lessons on the Kora\, a 21-string West African harp. After completing his studies with cellist Paul Pulford\, Julian moved to Toronto\, where he became deeply involved in a range of musical scenes as well as studying Soundwork with Gary Diggins. \nJulian and Diggins performed together at Carnegie Hall as part of  the New York Global Music Competition in 2023.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-gary-diggins-luc-julian/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T173000
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SUMMARY:Truth & Reconciliation Day After-School Event
DESCRIPTION:On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\, Guelph Indigenous Community Council\, Guelph Outdoor School\, and Guelph Museums offer an after-school gathering that honours the children lost to residential schools and supports the healing of survivors and their families. \nChildren\, youth\, and community members are invited to come together in a spirit of remembrance and renewal. Guided by the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples\, through land-based and Indigenous teachings—including a sacred fire\, indoor and outdoor activities\, and a special raptor presentation —we will celebrate the language\, ceremony\, community\, and joy that were unjustly taken. \nImage Credit: Michelle Stoney\, Gitxsan
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/truth-reconciliation-day-after-school-event/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T200000
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SUMMARY:The Song Blanket: A Storytelling Concert with Rebecca Hass
DESCRIPTION:Blankets are more than warmth—they are memory\, protection\, and legacy. In The Song Blanket\, Métis artist Rebecca Hass (Georgian Bay Métis\, French\, German\, English) invites us into a deeply personal and powerful journey through story and song\, woven from the threads of her family’s hidden history and the teachings passed down through her granny’s quilts. \nThis intimate performance honours the matriarchs—those who sewed\, wove\, and dreamed their love into every stitch. Drawing on traditional knowledge shared with her\, Rebecca shares songs written for drum\, guitar\, and flute\, activating “blood memory”—a connection to ancestors\, known and unknown. Audiences are invited not only to witness\, but to participate\, learning a song that carries the teachings of the quilt home with them. \nThe Song Blanket is a work in development\, ahead of its anticipated full premiere at New York’s Symphony Space in 2026. This special Guelph presentation offers a rare opportunity to experience the heart of the piece in an intimate setting\, where personal story becomes collective reflection. \nJoin us as we gather on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the enduring strength of Indigenous matriarchs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/the-song-blanket-a-storytelling-concert-with-rebecca-hass/
LOCATION:Private: Market Square\, 1 Carden Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H3A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T133000
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SUMMARY:Railway Day at Locomotive 6167
DESCRIPTION:Gather around the largest object in the Guelph Museums collection\, Locomotive 6167\, for family fun\, learning and creativity. Meet the Locomotive 6167 volunteer crew. Enjoy music\, crafts and train-inspired activities. \n\nMusic from Brad Woods and the Great Wooden Trio\nChildren’s entertainment with Senior Banana Manuel Hernandez\nCrafts with Guelph Calligraphy guild Geraldine Howitt\nMore Crafts with the Guelph Museums Visitor Experience staff
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/railway-day-at-locomotive-6167-2/
LOCATION:John Galt Park\, 15-147 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H3V1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Tales From the Hill: Guelph Guild of Storytellers
DESCRIPTION:Tales from the Hill is presented by the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and features a guest teller in addition to Guild tellers. The evening includes hot cider\, light refreshments\, and conversation. Guests are invited to register a telling or participate during the open mic storytelling. \nTales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday of each month from October to May. \nGuests can arrive at 6:30 pm for casual socializing\, call to order at 7:00 pm for storytelling\, followed by time for more visits.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/tales-from-the-hill-guelph-guild-of-storytellers-16/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Military Lecture: Historical Reenacting: Why On Earth Do People Do This
DESCRIPTION:Drawing upon his 20+ years of experience as a War of 1812 reenactor\, Tom Fournier will talk about his motivation for being a reenactor.  He will share his memories on the field\, travelling the globe\, meeting royalty\, and even experiencing the paranormal. \nTom started as a lowly private\, not wanting any responsibility as he already managed an intense corporate career. Circumstances prevailed\, however\, and Tom embarked on a steady journey of promotion. He currently serves as the senior commander for all War of 1812 reenactors portraying British or Canadian soldiers in North America. \nTom will use an image rich slide show to support his talk and will also have on hand a number of uniforms\, accoutrements and weapons for examination. \nDoors open at 6:30 and the presentation starts at 7:00 pm\, followed by a question period. \nThe lecture premiered in-person at the Civic Museum. Due to technical difficulties\, a recorded conversation is unavailable. Guelph Museums’ Military Lecture series is presented in partnership with the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada. \nAbout the Speaker\n \nIn his working life\, after concluding a 30+ year corporate career\, with much of it spent as a national sales manager\, Tom Fourier founded and currently operates two Cambridge-based businesses.\nTom has a passion for history\, particularly the Napoleonic era and the War of 1812. He has written extensively about both\, as well as presenting lectures and participating on podcasts. \nTom also has several volunteer involvements\, including co-chairing history conferences and live stream events with the History Symposium\, a Canadian not-for-profit and charitable organization. Tom was the chair of the popular War of 1812 conference held at the University of Guelph in 2012. He is a member of the White Hackle Council\, the regimental council supporting the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada. He is also involved with promoting history through his volunteer work in War of 1812 reenacting\, where he assumed command as the Brigadier General of the Crown Forces North America in 2024. \nTom’s reenacting career has taken him to events in Canada\, the United States and Europe. \nHe resides in Cambridge\, Ontario.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/military-lecture-historical-reenacting-why-on-earth-do-people-do-this/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Military Lecture Series,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251024T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Diwali Celebration with UW Mehfil
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali\, the festival of lights\, with a vibrant performance by UW Mehfil\, the University of Waterloo’s South Asian Music Club\, and a host of Diwali-inspired activities\, including mehndi painting and festive crafts. \nThrough music and storytelling\, UW Mehfil captures the spirit of Diwali: light over darkness\, unity in diversity\, and the joy of coming together in celebration. Their repertoire spans Bollywood classics\, soulful Sufi melodies\, and energetic Western fusions\, creating an unforgettable soundtrack for the evening. Expect heart-stirring ballads\, foot-tapping rhythms\, and an atmosphere brimming with warmth\, colour\, and festivity. \nAdmission by donation starting at 5 p.m.\, with the performance starting at 7 p.m. Cash bar. \nAbout the Artist:\nUW Mehfil celebrates the rich diversity of South Asian culture through music\, blending traditional genres with innovative contemporary styles. Their performances offer a space for connection\, creativity\, and community -bringing people together through the universal language of music
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-diwali-celebration-with-uw-mehfil/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:We Remember: Beaded Poppy Workshop with Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash)
DESCRIPTION:Create an embossed beaded poppy pin or pendant. This two-day workshop offers traditional teachings and an introduction to Indigenous raised beading techniques and working with deer hide. The 2025 poppy design may also include quill work. \nAll are welcome (recommended 15 years old and up). Comfort with hand sewing is an asset. Participants should bring a basic sewing kit\, including small flat nose pliers\, small scissors\, thimble\, and magnifier. \nLunch is not provided/included. Participants are welcome to bring a bagged lunch or to pick up lunch in the area. \nPreregistration via Eventbrite is required. Space is limited to 20 participants with six spaces  reserved for Indigenous participants. \nNote: the workshop will run from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The workshop fee is $238+HST ($180 for registration + $58 for poppy-making kit materials).
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/we-remember-beaded-poppy-workshop-with-naomi-smith-chippewas-of-nawash-3/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Guelph Film Festival x Guelph Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Guelph Film Festival\, a documentary film festival presenting stories that explore themes of social justice\, the environment\, and community building\, presents two screenings at the Civic Museum. \nFeature Screening: The Next \n11:30 AM\nAt the end of her mother’s life\, decolonial writer Julietta Singh returns to her childhood home. As she unearths its layered history\, she discovers 140 years of forgotten matriarchs and untold political legacies. In this genre-defying collaboration\, the home becomes a space of radical storytelling and cross-community connection.\nWatch trailer \nShorts Series: films TBD \n2:30 PM \nTickets available at https://guelphfilmfestival.ca/
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-film-festival-x-guelph-museums/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190911
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SUMMARY:Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Remembrance Day to pause\, reflect\, and give thanks to those served and sacrificed\, and those who continue to serve. \n\nMcCrae House and Guelph Civic Museum will be open to the public with admission by donation\nRoyal Canadian Legion Col. John McCrae Memorial Branch 234 Flag Service at 8:55 a.m. at McCrae Memorial Gardens featuring wreath laying\, a minute of silence\, and The Last Post.\nJohn McCrae Public School Remembrance Assembly at 11:00 a.m. at McCrae Memorial Gardens
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/remembrance-day-9/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Tales From the Hill: Guelph Guild of Storytellers
DESCRIPTION:Tales from the Hill is presented by the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and features a guest teller in addition to Guild tellers. The evening includes hot cider\, light refreshments\, and conversation. Guests are invited to register a telling or participate during the open mic storytelling. \nTales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday of each month from October to May. \nGuests can arrive at 6:30 pm for casual socializing\, call to order at 7:00 pm for storytelling\, followed by time for more visits.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/tales-from-the-hill-guelph-guild-of-storytellers-17/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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