Geoff Hayes presents, Crerar’s Lieutenants.  At the height of the war in 1943, the future head of the First Canadian Army, General Harry Crerar, penned a long memorandum in which he noted that there was still much confusion as to "what constitutes an 'Officer.'" His words reflected the army's preoccupation with creating an ideal officer who would not only satisfy the immediate demands of war but also conform to pervasive, little-discussed notions of social class and masculinity. Geoff Hayes' talk…

Kick off your weekend with a performance by Callisto! On the Fourth Friday of the month, Guelph Museums offers free admission to the Guelph Civic Museum after 5 p.m. Performance by Callisto at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cash bar. Sponsored by: Callisto is a trio that indulges in three part harmony and other musical whimsy. We love to play Canadiana, old standards, and original tunes. Callisto is made up of Tricia Brubacher, Peter Balka, and Julie Corey. Past performances include:…

19+ Event | No cover charge. Join faculty and students from the Department of Physics, University of Guelph as they lead you through a fun and interactive evening about the science of beer! Our pub night will be comprised of talks from 3M National Teaching Fellowship award winner Dr. Joanne O'Meara and VP of Brewing & Quality for Wellington Brewery Marvin Dyck as well as a sampling night of the altered states of beer and a special physics beer brewed especially…

Jump start your holiday shopping! Enjoy 10% off in the Hilltop Shop. 20% off for Guelph Museums members. Free gift-wrapping and door prizes.

Donations of new or gently used tents, tarps, sleeping bags, large hiking backpacks, coats, warm socks, and underwear will be collected in support of Operation Keep Warm, a program created by Sanguen Health Centre, Lakeside Hope House, ARCH Guelph, and the Downtown Guelph Business Association, supporting people who are experiencing homelessness.

Weekly program offerings for children from 0 to 6 years old and their families, offered through the EarlyON Child and Family Centre. Free drop-in family programming that promotes early learning and development from 9:30 to 11:30 AM on a weekly basis. The EarlyON Child and Family Centre at the Guelph Community Health Centre has been in existence since 2003. EarlyON has eight off-site Neighbourhood Playtimes and two main locations (Downtown and Stone Rd Mall) each providing a multitude of free drop-in and…

Weekly program offerings for children from 0 to 6 years old and their families, offered through the EarlyON Child and Family Centre. Free drop-in family programming that promotes early learning and development from 9:30 to 11:30 AM on a weekly basis. The EarlyON Child and Family Centre at the Guelph Community Health Centre has been in existence since 2003. EarlyON has eight off-site Neighbourhood Playtimes and two main locations (Downtown and Stone Rd Mall) each providing a multitude of free drop-in and…

Join Guelph Guild of Storytellers and special guests on the first Wednesday of each month. Free admission.

Join Guelph Guild of Storytellers and special guests on the first Wednesday of each month. Free admission.

Ticket sales go live to the public Friday, November 8 at 12 p.m. Join us for a workshop with Debbie Thompson Wilson! "Make a Joyful Noise" celebrates the festive sounds- by musical instruments and nature - of the holiday season. Paint an small image adapted from medieval manuscript illuminations, using real gold leaf and watercolour and ink. There will be a choice of subjects to paint, from simple to more complex. Some watercolour experience is required. Materials to bring to…

The tradition continues….try your hand at board games, toys and puzzles all day, every day during the holidays. General admission.

Kick off your weekend with a performance by Tragedy Ann! On the Fourth Friday of the month, Guelph Museums offers free admission to the Guelph Civic Museum after 5 p.m. Performance by Callisto at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cash bar. Sponsored by: Tragedy Ann is a forward-looking folk duo from Guelph, Ontario. Liv Cazzola and Braden Phelan find warmth in questions and daring in answers, making space for the tear that lies behind laughter. With intimacy and care, the duo favours…

Join Guelph Guild of Storytellers and special guests on the first Wednesday of each month. Free admission.

Alexander Fitzgerald Black presents, Eagles over Husky. In the summer of 1943, the United Nations began Operation HUSKY, the invasion of Sicily. The Eagles over HUSKY – the airmen of the Allied air forces – played a crucial role in the assault. The Luftwaffe and Regia Aeronautica provided a significant part of the Axis force meant to defend the island and throw the Allies back into the sea. The Allied air forces foiled this effort and inflicted losses on a…

Kick off your weekend with a performance by The Fair Wind and Friends! On the Fourth Friday of the month, Guelph Museums offers free admission to the Guelph Civic Museum after 5 p.m. Performance by The Fair Wind at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cash bar. The Fair Wind and Friends sing and play the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland, England, and North America. For this occasion Carole Pines and Bob Mino team up with Ed Koenig and Les Starkey…

An ode to Robert Burns and Scottish traditions with piper Robin Aggus and Marilyn Baxter.

Improv for Joy with Hayley from The Making Box. Both sessions are designed for children with all levels of cognitive and sensory processing needs. Two sessions, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. General admission.

Chase away the January blues! Grab a drink and practice self-care during an evening of mindful crafting, led by the Guelph Creative Collective, University of Guelph. Free admission. Cash Bar. The Guelph Creative Collective is a group of motivated individuals working together to inspire social inclusivity and is open to all students who wish to realize their creative visions. The G.C.C. strives to create communities and new experiences for contemporary creative culture enthusiasts to share and network in the wealth of…

Join Guelph Guild of Storytellers and special guests on the first Wednesday of each month. Free admission.

Treat your sweetheart to a warm cup of tea, decadent sweets, and delightful company. Enjoy fresh scones, jam, shortbread cookies, fresh fruit and bottomless pots of McCrae Private Blend and Guelph Town Garden Blend teas. There will be two seatings, 1 and 3 PM. Tickets in advance.

Guelph Civic Museum will be open Monday, February 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to celebrate Family Day. Enjoy the day with lots of DIY family fun! Admission by donation.

Jesse Thistle presents, Bison brigades and battle tactics during the Northwest Resistance. Métis life on the plains was extremely perilous. From century-long fights with the Sioux, to the massive and dangerous logistics of the bison hunt, Métis hunting tactics took on a battle-like precision run by a general known as the Captain of the Hunt. The Métis took their bison-hardened skills into battle during the Northwest Resistance, winning two battles against Canadian troops at Duck Lake and Fish Creek, and…

A vibrotactile performance by acclaimed artists Marla Hlady, Ellen Moffat and Gordon Monahan, curated by David Bobier. Using haptic systems (belts, pillows and floors that vibrate), the audience is invited into an immersive experience that extends beyond sight and sound to touch and motion. Co-presented by Guelph Museums and VibraFusionLab (London) with support from the Musagetes Fund through the Guelph Community Foundation   Image: Monahan, Theremin Pendulum (2008)

Kick off your weekend with a performance by Sasha Henry and Aaron Ridge. On the Fourth Friday of the month, Guelph Museums offers free admission to the Guelph Civic Museum after 5 p.m. Performance by The Fair Wind at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Presented in partnership with Guelph Black Heritage Society. Cash bar.