Arts in Guelph
2005 Articles
November/December, 2005
eyeGO Seeks Local Arts Youth Council - The eyeGO program began five years ago to encourage high school students to experience the arts at a price they could afford. Now a new Arts Youth Council for Wellington County is being formed to spread the word about eyeGO and the local performing arts scene. Read more.
Guelph International Film Festival Showcases Local Talent - It's back! The Guelph International Film Festival (GIFF) will once again feature a wide selection of global feature films, documentaries and shorts, while showcasing visiting directors, workshops and programming for children and teens. This year the event will take place November 4 to 6 and present the works of several talented filmmakers. Read more.
September/October, 2005
Adisokan Festival Celebrates Native Arts - The word "adisokan" is an Ojibwa term that refers to the traditional storytellers who travelled between native communities. This oral tradition will continue as Guelph hosts the Third Annual Adisokan Festival on Saturday, September 17, 7-10 p.m. at the Guelph Youth Music Centre. Read more.
Plume Writers' Circle - Despite their diverse backgrounds, members of the Plume Writers' Circle share some common bonds. All reside in the Guelph area, have native roots and possess a desire to communicate through the written and oral word. This grass-roots organization is made up of primarily women from all walks of indigenous life. Read more.
July/August, 2005
Municipal Cultural Planning Gains a Footing - Thanks to five forums held in Ontario during the month of April 2005, the case for Municipal Cultural Planning is definitely being heard across the province. Read more.
New Local Funding for the Arts - The Guelph Community Foundation recently announced that its Fall 2005 grants will support arts and culture organizations in the Guelph area. Approximately $25,000 will be available for grants. Read more.
May/June, 2005
Two Steps and a Glass of Water - Most people at some point in their lives will be affected by mental health issues, either directly or through a family member. Spark of Brilliance is a program that brings together such individuals and offers opportunities "to connect with one's creative spark" within a community milieu. It is founded on the belief that healing and recovery can be kindled through the creative arts. Read more.
The Potters Market Comes to Guelph - The First Annual Potters Market will celebrate clay in all its glory in a spectacular outdoor setting. Over forty potters from Guelph and environs will display their wares on May 28 and 29, 2005, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the historic venue of Goldie Mill. Read more.
March/April, 2005
Impact of the Arts on Our Community - As the co-ordinating body for the arts in this area, Guelph Arts Council has spent the last 30 years working to encourage and stimulate the development of arts, culture and heritage in this community. The result of these efforts and those of hundreds of others has been the emergence of Guelph as a city that is known across Canada for its vibrant cultural life. Read more.
January/February, 2005
Guelph Arts and Culture Gets $650,000 Boost - Through the exceptional generosity of Michael Barnstijn and Louise MacCallum, The Guelph Community Foundation has created a significant fund, entitled the Musagetes Fund, to support arts and culture in Guelph and area. The donation of $650,000 will be used to endow a donor-advised fund, within the Community Foundation, with the first grants to be made in 2005. Read more.
Guelph Arts Council Pays Tribute to Karl Briestensky - It was with great sadness that members of Guelph Arts Council learned of the passing of well-known Guelph architect Karl Briestensky on October 14, 2004. Read more.