In honour of Black History Month, join the Historical Society in welcoming Dr. Karolyn Smardz Frost. Dr. Smardz Frost is an engaging and dynamic speaker as well as accomplished archaeologist and author.

Back by popular demand, Cadence will be returning to St. John's for our 2nd concert on February 14th

It’s almost Valentine’s Day... Say I LOVE YOU with a song!
Sugartones will deliver SINGING VALENTINES to your special someone in the New Tecumseth area.

Join us to watch a script reading of The Twelve Days of Christmas, a play examining the role of the family caregiver for those with Alzheimers or dementia.

“Show & Tell”. What treasures will you discover in your own house that have a story to share? You’ll have lots of time to think about that !

CHRISTMAS AT ST. JOHN’S with
Students and friends of John Dodington and St. John’s United Church Choir

A Christmas Musical at Heritage Baptist Church.

7th Annual Christmas Gift and Craft Show
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Angus Recreation Center/Arena
8527 County Road 10, Angus, ON

Farm store filled with amazing alpaca products like: hats, mitts, socks, scarves, cat toys, dryer balls ...

December Guest Night with the Sugartones
Calling all women who love to sing…Find your voice with Sugartones!

presented by The Achill Choral Society

Featuring Bob Chilcott's spectacular, upbeat Gloria & traditional Christmas favourites

The New Tecumseth Singers & The Dufferin Concert Singers present a unique and exciting Christmas Cantata by Joel Raney and Mary McDonald Followed by a selection of seasonal songs.

presented by The Achill Choral Society

Featuring Bob Chilcott's spectacular, upbeat Gloria & traditional Christmas favourites

The New Tecumseth Singers & The Dufferin Concert Singers present a unique and exciting Christmas Cantata by Joel Raney and Mary McDonald Followed by a selection of seasonal songs.

It sure is hard to be humble when you're a swashbuckling, egocentric super-hero.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting their Annual General Meeting and Pot Luck Supper

Author Showcase
Saturday, November 23, 2 p.m to 4 p.m.
Barrie Public Library (Downtown Branch)
60 Worsley Street,Barrie, ON L4M 1L6

The first concert in St. John's Music Series features one of the most award-winning children's choirs in Canada.

Most of us who live in Ontario have no idea that an abandoned tunnel system, four km. long, runs under the City of Toronto. A munitions plant, called “Geco”, was built there during WW2 by our government employing 21,000 citizens for over four years.

Most of us who live in Ontario have no idea that an abandoned tunnel system, four km. long, runs under the City of Toronto. A munitions plant, called “Geco”, was built there during WW2 by our government employing 21,000 citizens for over four years.

Barrie ORMTA presents A fundraising gala to replenish scholarship funds

Calling all women who love to sing…Find your voice with Sugartones!

Seasonal Wrapsody 2019
Friday, November 1, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Gibson Centre
63 Tupper Street, Alliston, ON

Nottawasaga Handweavers and Spinners is once again hosting Seasonal Wrapsody, a show and sale of fine handmade items by over 30 local artisans. Bigger and better than ever!

The Tottenham Anglican Church of the Evangelists is seeking Artisan Vendors for its Annual Holly Tea and Silent Auction, Christmas Bazaar and Market.

Meet Author Judy Penz-Sheluk

Sunday, October 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Yonge Centre, 17440 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting the Oct Flower Show and speaker Anna Suave, Master Gardener, Carefree and Carpet Roses

Mark Burchell, a lively participant in the life of Newton Robinson, has gathered together six long time local residents: Nancy Bell, Doug Jebb, Bob Sturgeon, Bill Vernon, Lloyd West and Charlie Wilcox who will share RECOLLECTIONS of the PAST.

Hey SSAC Member, we want to know what YOU think!

Hey SSAC Member, we want to hear what YOU think.

Hey SSAC Member We want to know what YOU think.

Details to come...

Calling all women who love to sing…Find your voice with Sugartones!

Have fun learning to sing a cappella in 4 part harmony with our accomplished Music Directors.

Come out, meet the horses, and learn all about the incredible opportunities at the Big Red Barn. Check out their newsletter for full details:

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ENJOY THREE DIVERSE EXHIBITS ON THE THEME OF THE ENVIRONMENT. SSAC Members Denis Bolohan, Sue Miller, Martha Bull, and Kai-Liis McInnes are participating in ths arts event. View the links below to see full details.

SSAC Member Luanne Turner will be participating in the
HOME&CRAFT SHOW at the BARRIE MOLSON CENTRE
EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR HOME, INSIDE AND OUT!

Food - Vendors - Face Painting & More! Dress up and get photos and autographs with your favourite characters
More details coming soon!

Visit 5 studios just 10 minutes apart with multiple local artists at each stop.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting a September Flower Show and speaker David Phillips from Climate Change

Come see, feed the animals, check out the farm store, see spinning and fiber processing demo’s. Free snacks too.

Check out dates and reserve your complimentary spot!

We’ve been performing locally for 37 years and are looking for new members to join our 70-voice choir. Sing with us as we grow musically under the inspirational direction of Shawn Grenke.

What Everyone Has Been Waiting For! On Now!!Phenom Show and Sale!
20 Artists * 3 Galleries * 100 Works
SSAC member Diana Harding-Tucker will be at this fantastic show

The New Tecumseth Singers is a community choir which accepts singers of all ages and abilities.

Visit the Arts on Main locations in Alliston & Tottenham to answer the following questions and be entered to win 2 tickets to our Kids’ Comic-Con on September 28th!

Check out dates and reserve your complimentary spot!

We invite you to enjoy and interact with this year's exhibit and hope that YOU will VOTE for your favourite artist. One artist will go home with a 'People's Choice Award' based on community votes.

We’ve been performing locally for 37 years and are looking for new members to join our 70-voice choir. Sing with us as we grow musically under the inspirational direction of Shawn Grenke.

We’ve been performing locally for 37 years and are looking for new members to join our 70-voice choir. Sing with us as we grow musically under the inspirational direction of Shawn Grenke.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting an Annual Luncheon and flower show - all welcome

Join us for the HOTTEST event in New Tecumseth this summer!
The South Simcoe Arts Council has teamed up with Much Music to bring the greatest song's (&music video's!) from the 80's & 90's!

Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life.

Interested in being a food, product, or service vendor at our upcoming Kids Comic-Con? Contact us today and send in your application.

Looking for something fun to read? Come out and get your very own copy of Bernard O'Grady's 17 in the Psychedelic 70's and Cosmic 80's Roadshow

Canada Day - Monday, July 1 at Adjala Tos Municipal bldg/grounds
7855 30th Sdrd Adjala

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting the June Flower show and Simcoe County Master Gardeners speaking on Vertical gardening, Composting and identifying your soil type and amending the soil

The annual Crazy Pants Theatre Company Directing Showcase is an actor directed, staged play reading of various scenes. Join us on June 15 at Noon & 2:30pm at the Crazy Pants studio theatre and see these awesome young directors in action.

The Writers' Circle is a chance to sit down with fellow writers and share your work. A supportive environment that fosters encouragement and respect; members share and offer insights into the works of others. come and enhance your knowledge and writing skills.

The Writers' Circle is a chance to sit down with fellow writers and share your work. A supportive environment that fosters encouragement and respect; members share and offer insights into the works of others. come and enhance your knowledge and writing skills.

One night only!
Come on out and celebrate the music of broadway with the actors of Crazy Pants Theatre Company's Broadway Bound Actors. Fresh off of the SSAC Music Festival these incredible young actors have a great show to share with you.

Looking for something fun to read? Come out and get your very own copy of Bernard O'Grady's 17 in the Psychedelic 70's and Cosmic 80's Roadshow

The Writers' Circle is a chance to sit down with fellow writers and share your work. A supportive environment that fosters encouragement and respect; members share and offer insights into the works of others. come and enhance your knowledge and writing skills.

The Writers' Circle is a chance to sit down wiht fellow writers and share your work. A supportive environment that fosters encouragement and respect; members share and offer insights into the works of others. come and enhance your knowledge and writing skills.

Our play-reading weekend opens this Thursday, May 30th. Each session will present a different set of plays. These readings are lightly rehearsed readings of a variety of works: some old, some new, some rare, some challenging. Tickets ($5.00) will be available at the door of our theatre at the Cookstown Town Hall on Hamilton Street in Cookstown.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting speaker Dr. Peter VanderZaag on growing potatoes in China

Cookstown & District Chamber of Commerce - Cookstown Creative Challenge 2019
Take-Out Cup Challenge!

Don’t trash your take-out cup! Turn it into a ‘Mug with a Message’.

Draw, paint, embellish, bejewel, collage, sew, knit a sweater for it ….anything goes….as long as it includes a message in text!

Match up a magnificent 40 voice choir and a superb acoustic environment like St. John's sanctuary and you have a perfect aural experience.

Mystery is abound on the Lavinia, a luxury ocean liner, launching for the first time in the summer of 1928. The young American hero, Kate McGrew, is on a search for the owner of a mysterious purse containing an ominous warning note.

This is a great opportunity for young artists to show their work in a gallery setting and have it professionally adjudicated. Visual art of all mediums are welcome.

Arts on Main 2019
OUR HOME: THE EARTH

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
For 15 years, the South Simcoe Arts Council has been showcasing the talent of local visual artists in our annual Arts on Main Juried Exhibition. During this time we have been proud to display many thoughtful and skilled pieces which have conveyed artistic interpretation in a variety of mediums.

BUS STOP includes an abundance of songs by famous artists such as Adele, Miley Cyrus, Queen, Cindy Lauper, and many others. The songs are performed in Sugartones unique style of a cappella, with instrumental imitations, theatrics and rhythmic effects.

A Latvian - Canadian Choral Exchange hosted by The New Tecumseth Singers & The Dufferin Concert Singers
Musical Director John Wervers
Featuring
The Septini Sapni Community Choir
Dobele, Latvia
Under the direction of Raimonds and Sandra Bulmers
Accompanied by Louise Gallaugher and Tanya Fenton
Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting speaker Tara Nolan on the Raised Bed Revolution

Put on your best toe tapping shoes because Purveyors are coming to town!

This Celtic group treats audiences to a sensational mix of tunes, from rollicking pub songs to evocative ballads.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting speaker Ron Lougheed from Lee Valley Tools on How to care for your garden tools

Join the Wordsmiths at the Alliston branch of the New Tecumseth Library.

The first concert features one of Toronto's most exciting a cappella vocal ensembles. The group creates a high calibre performance with story-telling through choral music completely unaccompanied.

GOT TALENT?
Sponsored by Tec We Gwill Women’s Institute

OPEN CALL to all South Simcoe Residents Only for Local Talent Show

Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Actors, Comedians, Magicians, etc.

The Alliston Garden Club/Horticultural Society is pleased to be hosting a photography show with speaker Dan Balfour on Bella Gardens of Italy

Join the Wordsmiths at the Alliston branch of the New Tecumseth Library.

Spring in Tuscany Art Vacation
Travel Dates: June 1 -10, 2019
Booking Deadline: February 22

Join the Wordsmiths at the Alliston branch of the New Tecumseth Library.

CHRISTMAS AT ST. JOHN’S with Students and friends of John Dodington and St. John’s United Church Choir

The New Tecumseth Singers & The Dufferin Concert Singers present Handel’s Messiah

With the Waterloo Chamber Players Orchestra
Under the direction of John Wervers
Soprano - Hannah Shelton Campbell Tenor - Blair Spry
Mezzo Soprano - Cara Cameron Bass - Lorne Derraugh<.i>

Christmas Open House

Saturdays & Sundays in Decembers from 10am to 4pm

Store Open Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm

Free Event: Come on out to feel the alpacas, enjoy a warm drink and goodies, check out the gift store.

Workshop leader Brian Henry has been a book editor and creative writing instructor for more than 25 years. He publishes Quick Brown Fox, Canada’s most popular blog for writers, teaches creative writing at Ryerson University, and has led workshops everywhere from Boston to Buffalo and from Sarnia to Charlottetown. But his proudest boast is that he has helped many of his students get published.

The life, the times and every single play of William Shakespeare – all in just one hour!
The Ruff Guide to Shakespeare is a glorious celebration of the work of the world’s greatest playwright. Expect to be immersed in silly sketches, wacky improv bits, and extracts from all the famous and some less well-known plays. This show is the perfect introduction to Shakespeare (whether you like him or not!) and to the Tudor England that gave birth to his writing.

Unique Canadian made products from over 30 local artisans, plus demonstrations of spinning and weaving by the Nottawasaga Handweavers and Spinners.

Enjoy touring local studios that include works from our SSAC members Pamela Teacher & Dorothy Shelton

This artist-run event is enjoying its 26th year. We are proud to showcase the vibrant and creative artists of Innisfil, and encourage our young fledgling artists as they explore their craft.

Featuring the work of SSAC Member, Denis Bolohan and sponsored by Parliament of World Religions Toronto, this event welcomes all to walk a labyrinth with a set intention of 'Peace"

Roslyn's long awaited book, The Brush Dances, will be launched at Dragonfly Arts on Broadway. Please come and celebrate!

Camphill Nottawasaga invites you to their annual Fall fair featuring:

Pottery
Fibre Arts & Weaving
Woodcrafts & toys
Organic Vegetables
Dried & Fresh Herbs
Garlic
Outside Vendors

An exceptional, breathtaking, arts evening of spoken word poems, poetry intended for performance characterized by rhyme, repetition, improvisation, and word play, emphasizes issues of social justice, politics, race, and community.
ADMISSION IS FREE!
Location: Dolce Vita Espresso Bar and Dessert Cafe, Tottenham

Join the Tec We Gwill Women's Institute Bra Amnesty

SSAC Member, Diana Harding-Tucker, invites you to attend the 2018 OSA Members’ Exhibition of Selected Works

New Tec's first film fest is one you won't want to miss out on!

Arts on Main is a juried show and the artwork is displayed in the front windows of businesses in Beeton, Tottenham and Alliston.

This free event at GnR Alpaca Farm in Lisle, ON
Visa and Mastercard accepted.

Arts on Main: Youth and New Generation Artists is the division for younger artists (up to 30 years of age). This year's theme is "A Legacy of Art."

Art Exhibition in Owen Sound
Presented by the Artist's Co-op Owen Sound

You are invited to join The New Tecumseth Singers in performing Handel's Messiah for three memorable concerts.

Starring the actors of Crazy Pants Theatre School
Friday & Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.

Our annual outdoor event is always an exciting time for artists and spectators alike.

This 30-minute 'People's Choice' painting competition is a staple on the SSAC calendar and with cash prizes up for grabs each year it brings people out from all over our county and beyond. Only 40 participants will be allowed to battle it out and spots are given out on a first come first sereved basis. We reccommend registering in advance to secure your entry in the battle. Cost of registration is $5.

Joanie Hebbes (a.k.a. J.C. Kavanagh) is holding a launch event at the Alliston Potato Festival for her latest novel Darkness Descends, the sequel to her first book, The Twisted Climb.

Please join us in celebrating the wealth of talent that came out to participate in the 2018 Music Festival as well as the awards for youth in our Creative Works Writing Contest. This event will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Alliston.

Come on out to Crazy Pants Theatre Company's Open House & Directing Showcase during the Food Truck Rally on June 16. Victoria Street will be closed from Church to Paris for this great event that will run from 12pm to 4pm.

HERE’S TO MORE SONGS with
Students and friends of John Dodington and St. John’s United Church Choir

Arts On Main: Part One

This year's theme is Compassion, Canvas & Community - expressing colours and images in a life affirming way. The South Simcoe Arts Council is proud to be partnering with Matthews House Hospice in presenting this year's Arts on Main event.

The public is invited to attend our upcoming Master Class with world renowned pianist and composer, Christopher Norton. This exciting opportunity for Mr. Norton to work with music festival performers and our community was made possible by the generous support of Honda of Canada Manufacturing as our Festival sponsor for 2018.

Join artist D.E. Dellhide at Linke's Local Arts Gallery on May 26 for a closing reception.

“Hands-On Practice Strategies for the Intermediate and Advanced Pianist”
Workshop from 9 to Noon followed by lunch.
Zone Competition begins at 1 pm
Grace United Church | 350 Grove St. E. Barrie, ON

CLASS is looking for donations of any artwork for their upcoming Art with Heart sale and fundraiser on May 25th hosted at The Gibson Centre. If you are downsizing or re-decorating, look no further than CLASS to donate your original and previously enjoyed artwork.

Come by the show and enjoy our current MarketPlace Exhibition: Compassion, Canvas & Community as part of our Arts on Main event. In addition to these incredible works of visual art we have so many new shop items that include jewelry, pottery, textiles, cards, and so much more. There is always something new at SSAC!

Experience the Arts in Ottawa Travel Package is almost at capacity. Only two spaces left for this incredible three day package.

Tecumseth & west Gwillimbury Historical Society extends a cordial invitation to all to attend: A Temperance Tea and Melodrama

A show by D.E.Dellhide

Opening Reception Saturday, May 5

The St. John's United Young Artist Series is pleased to present Katie Thurman, Soprano, with Louise Gallaugher, Accompanist.

A truly magical theatrical creation of C.S. Lewis' classic, will bring you and your family to the land of Narnia. It faithfully recreates the magic of the original book while following the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting realm of Narnia.

The New Tecumseth Singers, The Dufferin Concert Singers and The Amaranth Chamber Choir Present our Spring Concerts “To Life We Sing” April 14 & 15

2018 MUSIC FESTIVAL is now online!
 
Syllabus, Rules and Registration information can be found under Music Festival.
 
PIANO - April 16th - 19th
Adjudicator: Ben Smith
 
STRINGS - April 21st
Adjudicator: Jonathan Craig
 
VOICE - April 24th - 26th
Adjudicator Voice: Donna Bennett
 
DRAMA & SPEECH ARTS - April 28th
Adjudicator Drama: Camille Oates

NASHVILLE'S COUNTRY MUSIC STAR COMES TO ALLISTON

Canadian Country Music Association award-winning singer-songwriter, Victoria Banks, will be appearing at St. John's United Church, Alliston, Saturday, April 7th at 7:30pm. 

NEW to our Wednesday Wellness programming
an informal gathering for member artists to share about art and life

Calling all Artists to participate in this year's Arts On Main Juried Exhibition Part 1: Work Displayed in Shop Windows
This year's theme:
Compassion, Canvas & Community - Expressing Colours and Images in a Life Affirming Way
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 4

Call to all emergent and experienced artists & artisans
You are invited to submit your work for the next Gift Shop showcase
 
INSPIRATIONS A Celebration of Media & Genre
 
To learn more about this showcase, please click ...More...

Calling all Artists and Artisans

You are invited to bring your tent and work to sell at the first Outdoor Artisan Market coinciding with the Hike For Matthews House Hospice
 
to learn more, click on ...more...

The South Simcoe Arts Council is pleased to announce
The 3rd Annual Creative Works Writing Contest!
 
Over $1,000 to be AWARDED!

The South Simcoe Arts Council is excited to present,
Wellness Wednesday Workshops
 
Complimentary & Open To The Community
 
Thanks to the Ontario Trillium Foundation

The South Simcoe Arts Council is excited to announce the NEW Arts Talk online and print magazine is now available and free to the community!
 

Everyone is predicting that this year's pageant is going to be the worst since the notorious Herdman kids have joined the cast and it certainly looks that way. How will they ever get through it?

The South Simcoe Arts Council and Matthews House Hospice, in partnership, are presenting a complimentary Wellness Sampler Day
Friday October 27, 2017
10 am - 5 pm

An incredible Broadway script & score brought to life by the actors of Crazy Pants Theatre Company.

On August 12th we have an opportunity to have a large crowd of spectators and a festive atmosphere at this year's Potato Festival! The South Simcoe Arts Council has the perfect location outside its doors at the adjacent courtyard to hold our Battle of the Brushes event...

Our first year introducing the Creative Works Writing Contest was an extremely successful and rewarding experience for all involved!

Please join us for the 2nd Annual Creative Works Writing Contest open to ages 8 years old to adult....

SPOTLIGHT ON THE ARTS AWARDS CEREMONY & GALA CONCERT

Wednesday, June 14th, 2017

To be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King St. S. Alliston
Awards 5:30pm & Concert 7:00pm...

The ONTARIO 150 ARTS ON MAIN JURIED EXHIBITION is an adjudicated exhibit open to all members. This year we enthusiastically celebrate the Ontario 150!

The Arts on Main Award Winners are announced as follows: ...

The South Simcoe Arts Council YOUTH & EMERGING ARTS SHOW is on now!

Prizes have been awarded as follows: ...

The SSAC Music Festival exciting opportunity for students to perform for, and receive positive feedback from, professional adjudicators. As a member-festival of OMFA, we are able to recommend our top performing students to Provincials where they have an opportunity to compete with students across Ontario! ...

SSAC 2015-2016 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Thursday, December 15, 2016.

RECEPTION 6PM - 7PM
MEETING to follow at 7PM
To be held at 41 Victoria Street East, Alliston, ON L9R 1H8

The emperor has the whole town working their fingers to the bone coming up with new clothes for him every day and they have just about had it. What is a poor weaver to do? In walks two newcomers with a plan to pull the wool over the emperor's eyes. Will the emperor find out he is being duped? You will just have to come and find out.

SHOWCASING ORIGINAL WORK FROM LOCAL ARTISTS!

School are performing that magical, smash hit, Disney & Cameron MacIntosh's, Mary Poppins. Following the original film, this incredible cast of young actors are stepping into the roles of all of our favourite characters, as well as a few new ones.

Have you ever wondered how actors make fight scenes look so real?

An exciting live battle of painting open to all artists.
1st Prize $500, 2nd prize $250 generously donated by the ABIA

One Night Only…That Funny Blonde Girl is Back!

Saturday May 28, 2016 7:30 & 10pm
Picture yourself with your closest girlfriends, a glass of wine in hand, laughing your ass off. If this sounds like your kind of night have we got a show for you!

Dress Like a Bee...Get in FREE!
Join us for our last Cafe Night of the season.

Improv Cafe is New Tec's comedy club for teens. Whether you want to try your hand on stage or sit back and laugh at the fantastic comedy created by improv. This awesome event takes place one Friday a month

The swordplay, the jousting, the outfits…what kid doesn’t want to become a knight? Arthur has always dreamt of being a great knight and desperately wants to leave his life on the farm to attend knight school.

Laughter really is the best medicine!
Who needs an Apple a Day? Did you know laughter can keep you healthy? And with the wild blast of winter and crazy cold season we have been getting, Improv Cafe is just what our teens need! So come out, laugh, have some fun and let's welcome in Spring with some awesome improv performances. See you there!

Blue Heron 5 Returns!
Showing Original Art at SSAC Gallery at the Gibson Centre April 19 - May 31
Meet the Artists Reception Wed. April 20 2-4pm
The Blue Heron 5 came together at The Blue Heron Art Studio. This diverse group meets every Wednesday for Art talk, painting, and the critiquing of each other's work.

Mark Your Calendars...Improv Cafe Night February 26

"Hymns from the Heart"
A Sacred Music Concert with pianist Cheryl Graham

A Murder Mystery Dinner Show for the Whole Family!

December 12th The New Tecumseth Singers and The Dufferin Concert Singers present G.F. Handel's Messiah
7:30 p.m. at Westminster United Church, 247 Broadway, Orangeville. Ticket prices $20 adults and Students under 21 $10
At 7:00 p.m., the Bells of Westminster will perform.
A portion of the admission fees will go towards a vocal scholarship for the annual Orangeville and District Music Festival.

December 13th The New Tecumseth Singers and The Dufferin Concert Singers present G.F. Handel's Messiah
3:00 p.m. at Banting Memorial High School, 203 Victoria St. E., Alliston. Ticket prices $20 adults and Students under 21 $10.
At 2:30 p.m., the Banting Glee Club Carolers will perform.
A portion of the admission fees will be donated to support the music program at Banting Memorial High School.

The public is invited to an Opening Reception for the Member's Market Exhibit and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. SSAC Member's ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WILL FOLLOW AT 7:00pm

Opening Reception
Thursday, November 19; 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm
The Exhibit will be on show from Nov 16 until Dec 22

Twenty - eight South Simcoe Arts Council Member Artists' Show @ the Gibson
Works of Painting, Photography & Collage
63 Tupper Street West, Alliston

Christmas Pop-Up Market Bradford Library this weekend
Original, Hand-made Gifts

Mary Lucky at Square Foot Art Show and Sale in Barrie

YOUTH ARTS Workshops - September to November, 2015

21 Local Artists, 8 Studios, 2 Student Art Locations

September 8 to December 12, 2015
The New Tecumseth Singers begin the fall rehearsals
For George Frederick Handel’s renown oratorio Messiah
Every Tuesday nights from 7:00 to 9:15 p.m. at
Grace Baptist Church, 354 Victoria St. E., Allliston

A Roundabout Way, a tale of two indirect journeys.
Peter Dusek & Ann Randeraad
August 11 until September 22, 2015
Reception Tuesday, August 25, 11:30 am - 2:00pm
Meet the Artists Friday, September 11, 6:00pm - 9:00 pm

SAVE Saturday September 12, 8:00 am - 3:00pm
Our Legacy of Agriculture Mural Art Project will be unveiled
at the 20th Anniversary Celebration Alliston Feed Service
180 Albert Street West Alliston ON

Tuesday, June 23rd 7-9pm Gibson Centre 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston

Toronto Jazz Singer-Songwriter Barbra Lica will perform a free live show Saturday, June 20th in Downtown Alliston along with Battle of the Brushes and a Food Truck Rally!

Battle of the Brushes 2015

"Hi Lynda,

Thank you again to you and your staff for arranging everything on Saturday. Your sound technicians were great, the instruments you rented were PERFECT and we all had a fun time performing. I hope it was a successful event for you all around. I'll be raving about how amazing the South Simcoe Arts Council is for a long time to come.
All Best,
Barbra Lica"

Up until June 22nd purchase a number which relates to a 12 inch square for $30.00 and become the proud owner of a local artist's work of art!

Arts on Main 2015 Juried / Judged Show for Experienced Artists

The South Simcoe Arts Council invites the public to participate and take in the 2015 Music Festival - enjoy a morning or afternoon listening to incredible talent from within our very own communities!

LAST CALL TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY STUDIO ART TOUR

The South Simcoe Arts Council has established a new and exciting creative writing group. The participants have agreed to meet bi-weekly in the office adjacent the South Simcoe Arts Council, third floor, Gibson Cultural Centre, 63 Tupper Street West, Alliston L9R 1E4

Saturday December 20th and Sunday December 21st Christmas Show and Sale Worth Art Studio Featuring paintings, prints and textile art by Helen Marioncu award winning published
illustrator & artist. Charity art auction, door prizes,
Christmas wreaths & gifts, register for
Winter 2015 art classes.

Annual General Meeting for the South Simcoe Arts Council open to both Members & the Public

In recognition of Ontario Trillium Funding, the South Simcoe Arts Council in collaboration with the Gibson Cultural Centre hosted an exciting literary event!
Limited copies of the Children's Book "OVER by the HARBOUR" is available for purchase at the South Simcoe Arts Council.
$20.00 no hst

A night of music and laughter to raise funds for Matthews Hospice House
A collaborative effort of both the Gibson Cultural Centre and the South Simcoe Arts Council
Tickets $10 at the door that evening
Online/ In Person $13.30

Last weekend for our Member's Holiday Market Place; it's your chance to find that one of a kind gift for a special someone.

96 Victoria Street West, Unit 4, Alliston ON L9R 1S6

We invite you to enjoy both the Music Festival Awards along with the winning Artists from the Youth Arts by the River, the Emerging and Experienced Artists/Artisans that participated in this year's Arts on Main event.

A day of singing together and exploring approaches to choral music for singers and choral directors.

The New Tecumseth Singers & The Dufferin Concert Singers presentation

Cookstown & District Chamber of Commerce - Cookstown Creative Challenge 2019
Take-Out Cup Challenge!

Don’t trash your take-out cup! Turn it into a ‘Mug with a Message’.

Draw, paint, embellish, bejewel, collage, sew, knit a sweater for it ….anything goes….as long as it includes a message in text!