Summer 2019 Artists in Residence Program
This summer, Muskoka Chautauqua is offering Artists in Residence programs at two local resorts, Clevelands House in Minett and The ‘New’ Baldwins Resort in Windermere.
Art Workshops run daily, Monday to Friday, from 1:00 pm–3:00 pm. They are free for resort guests, and by donation for the general public. Thursdays are FREE for local students. Weekly Art Parties take place from 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Wednesdays at Cleves and Fridays at the Baldwins. Tickets are donation and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
Homage is a collection of 40 framed neckpieces created by renowned jeweller Don Stuart as a celebration and tribute to Canadian women throughout the ages and across the country in a wide range of professions and contributions to our society. As a contemporary jewellery artist, Don has used the familiar form of the necklace to explore history from a fresh perspective.
One of the oldest forms of human adornment, necklaces were worn by both men and women. However, from approximately the 19thcentury onward, they were predominately worn by women to denote style, status and wealth. Necklaces are archetypal symbols of power and importance and are a fitting vehicle to represent influential women in Canadian history.
As one of Canada’s leading gold and silversmiths, Don has earned an international reputation for his work in jewellery, hollowware and architectural installations. During his celebrated career, Don has received more than 30 significant awards for his artistry in gold, silver, platinum and diamonds, including the top prizes in many competitions. He has participated in numerous national and international exhibitions and has been the subject of many one-man shows. Don’s work is found in national, international, public, corporate and private collections. He is constantly in demand to give lectures and workshops across North American and beyond. In 2002, Don was awarded Canada’s highest honour, the Order of Canada, in recognition of his illustrious career as a craftsman and educator. At the investiture, his citation read, “his effect on Canada’s arts and crafts industry has been profound and lasting.”
Public Reception: Saturday, July 27, 1pm-4pm with remarks by Don Stuart at 2pm.
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Call it creeping tedium, or simply being stuck in the marital doldrums, Jan Jacklin’s play For the Love of a Good Man seeks to find a remedy. The answer, of course, is to do what’s best for a marriage where even ‘love’ has become a questionable ideal.
To this end, sixty-year-old Colleen, now retired, devises a scheme she believes will spark a new beginning for herself and her husband Richard. Her method however, aided and abetted by her best friend Diane is a shade unconventional. As the two friends collaborate they delve deeper and deeper into questions about friendship, loyalty and love. In the end, when the truth is revealed, sparks do fly, because when push comes to shove, there’s something to be said for good men: they deserve what they get!
Every Wednesday in July and August at the Windermere United Church. Show starts at 8pm.
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Sunday’s – August 4 – 25, 2019 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
The good ship Wenonah II sails from Gravenhurst through pirate infested waters. The crew aboard is eager to win the coveted Golden Hook award, thwarting Captain Ron Hook, who has won it every year! Did he cheat? Will our intrepid crew defeat him by successfully completing some special tasks? Only time and the mermaids will tell!
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August 16, 17 & 18, 2019
Arts, music and entertainment come together lakeside at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst. Shop and discover one of Muskoka’s best craft shows.
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We always strive to bring world class guest artists to feature on our show, and this year is no exception. Our special guests are “Ripple Effect”, who have been Ontario District Mixed Quartet champions for three consecutive years, and were the Bronze Medalists in World Mized Quartet competition.
The Muskoka Music Mix will be joined by the Gateway Harmony Company to form a combined chorus of over 30 singers. Plus, we will also showcase quartets from each chorus: “Heatbeat” from North Bay, and “Two Four Time” From Huntsville.
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Muskoka Muscle will be bringing athletes from all over Canada to the heart of Cottage Country. The event will be composed of 4 Divisions:
– Scaled Teams of 4 (2 Females, 2 Males)
– RX & RX+ Teams of 4 (2 Females, 2 Males, Seeded)
– Masters Individuals 35-44
– Masters Individuals 45+
– RX & RX+ Individuals (Seeded)
Competition Information and Movement Standards Website
Competition Registration
This event will be held at Hidden Valley Resort and Ski Hidden Valley. Muskoka Muscle will be operating in conjunction with the resort to provide an amazing experience for all of the athletes. Full details will be released in 2019.
The grounds provide a very versatile landscape for competition with Ski hills, Trails, Courts, Lakefront Access and an abundance of additional amenities for the athletes to enjoy. The venue is truly an exceptional platform for an event such as this.
The Top 3 winners of each division over the course of the 2 days will walk away with a Gold, Silver and Bronze medal and some really cool swag! The RX+ divisions will also battling it out for a cash prize!
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The ruggedly beautiful landscape of the Canadian Shield has inspired artists for over a century, and this is the place we call home. You are invited to explore “our neck of the woods”, and discover how the creative tradition continues.
Meet the makers and experience the studios and workshops where they create. You’ll discover nature-inspired pottery, jewellery, glass art, sculpture and paintings in many styles and media, and functional art crafted from local wood.
Limberlost Road is close to Algonquin Park in the Huntsville/Lake of Bays area of Muskoka Ontario, and winds through forest, rock and wetlands rich in wildlife and natural beauty.
We welcome guests to visit our studios at other times in addition to our Tour weekend. Check individual Studio pages on this website for contact information to plan your visit.
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Summer Sidewalk Adventure on Saturday August 17. The kids will love the activities. Everyone will love the live music at this street festival. The downtown shops will be bursting out onto the street with bargains during this day-long sidewalk sale.
Time: 10 am – 5pm Main street Closed from Centre Street to Brunel Road
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Artists in the Garden pARTy is this Saturday. Come out to meet Barry Dicks, Rhoni Clarke, Joy Annett and Wisniewski.!
Jessica of Flux Glass will host a stained glass workshop from 10:30 – 12:30. Make your own gorgeous feather – all supplies are included with the $75 fee and no experience is necessary. Email today to reserve.
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Canadian Rock icon Kim Mitchell has sung those lines from his personal mission statement, “Rock N Roll Duty” for decades now and he’s still doing exactly that, creative energy and enthusiasm fully intact. For Mitchell, that’s what it’s all about, not the money, not the fame nor the gold and platinum on the wall…
Join Paranormal Muskoka at Woodchester for a night of ghostly fun! Spook your interest in the history surrounding Woodchester and its previous owners, the Bird family, all the while learning about spirits, orbs, and EMF monitors.
The tour will begin at 7:00 pm and run until approximately 8:30 pm. To ensure there are no time delays please aim to arrive 5-10 minutes prior to the 7:00 pm start time.
They’re back! Jack Hutton & Friends will be playing at the Gravenhurst Opera House this summer after a one year hiatus!
Following in the footsteps of the Rolling Stones, they’re calling this their ‘Farewell Tour’ and they’re looking forward to bringing us the most memorable moments of their shows of the past. The group’s very first Gravenhurst performance on July 26, 2003, may have set an attendance record, filling every seat. The tribute to Walter Donaldson got standing ovations for tunes like ‘Yes Sir, That’s My Baby’, which they’ve included in this program.
A great night of great music with great friends! Don’t miss it!
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Canada’s Multi-Award Winning Country Vocal Group have gained a worldwide audience, capturing 8 Juno Awards for County Music Group of the year and were inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in 2004.
Collection for donations to support the Music on the Barge is taken during the concerts.
In the event of inclement weather – such as rain or lightning – concerts will be CANCELLED.
Showtime: 7:30pm
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For over four decades Powder Blues has been Canada’s leading blues band. The mix of swing, blues, jazz, rock & roll and r & b has an appeal so wide that people from seven to seventy swing side by side at a Powder Blues concert. Over the years the band has toured non-stop through Canada, the United States and overseas, spreading feel-good music that makes people dance and shout.
For more information or to book, visit their website
Join Captain Potts for an All Day Bala Cruise aboard the Peerless II.
We will be departing from Port Carling at 10:30am returning at 4:00pm.
The cruise will include lunch.
Tickets: $80.00 per person
Lake of Bays Antique and Classic Boat and Car show on Sunday August 18th, between noon and 4 p.m. in beautiful downtown Baysville. Lake of Bays Antique and Classic Boat and Car show on Sunday August 18th, between noon and 4 p.m. in beautiful downtown Baysville.
• Historic 109 year old S.S. Bigwin, a 66’ steam ship which once cruised as a ferry for famed Bigwin Island, back in her glory days
• Antique and classic cars and trucks. Last year, there were 110 cars in attendance.
• Northern Lights Steel Orchestra Band Bring a lawn chair or throw down a blanket, grab a bite to eat, some pastries or an ice cream cone at one of our local establishments and bring it back to the park and enjoy the show?
• Grand finale at 4:00 pm as Bag Piper Sharon Mace pipes out the procession of boaters as they leave for another beautiful ride on the Lake of Bays.
Admission is by monetary donation which goes to the Winter Pantry Food Support Program. This cause supports both Baysville and Dorset families who find it hard to get by financially during the cold months.
The first annual Windermere Village Festival of the Arts – featuring the OperaMuskoka Festival with La Traviata Opera, annual Stars of Tomorrow Concert, as well as the Mississauga Youth Symphony Orchestra and Jennifer Tung. Book your calendars for a week full of concerts, theatre, workshops, exhibitions, and more!
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Dubbed the Jimi Hendrix of the Hammond Organ, Lachy Doley is Australia’s most celebrated Blues Soul Rock Organ Player in the world today. A player who can pump, pamper and occasionally pound the most unbelievable sounds from a keyboard: sounds that are intense, ferocious and sometimes transcendent. Alongside powerhouse drummer Jackie Barnes and Bassist Joel Burton, The Lachy Doley Group are a super energetic soul/blues force like no other
The Lachy Doley Group are a unique sound in the classic and sometimes very traditional genre of the Blues. A power trio consisting of Joel Burton on Bass, Jackie Barnes on Drums and of course Doley firing on the Hammond, his vocal screaming from the heart and the incredibly rare Hohner D6 Whammy Clavinet in which most people double take on when they realise that sound isn’t an electric guitar but a 70 stringed keyboard with a huge Whammy Bar sticking out the guts of it.
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Powerhouse performances of ATW’s unique and gritty “Heartland Rock” sound, is a journey through decades of Seger hits that reaches out beyond the stage and captures the audience at each and every concert.
The Gravenhurst Opera House and PRISM Theatre present ROBIN HOOD, an all ages adventure! It’s a rousing, fun-filled, fast-paced re-telling of the classic tale, full of adventure and intrigue and the exciting action scenes that PRISM is known for. In this adaptation, Robin and Marian band together to defeat the wicked Sheriff and the greedy Bishop, who have installed themselves as the power behind the throne while King Richard is away fighting in the wars. In the end, teamwork and wit save the day!
The cast is comprised of talented local young actors – aged 13 – 30. PRISM aspires to involve young actors in a professionally-led theatre experience and to produce high-quality shows which have delighted and engaged summer audiences since 2008. Last year’s production of Macbeth was a triumph, garnering exceptional reviews and positive audience response. This year’s production marks our return to the classics with a family focus (such as our production of The Three Musketeers, 2017). Robin Hood will be directed by David Wray – our Director of Stage Combat for our past two shows, assisted by Robin Clipsham, Artistic Director.
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MC-Jeff Paul brings a care free, no holds barred attitude, and razor sharp wit to every stage he performs on. No topic is off limits and his unmistakable charm has allowed him to push the boundaries of comedy for years, making him one of the country’s favourite comedians.
Rob Bebenek is One of the fastest rising comics in the country, Bebenek has smashed audiences from coast to coast. His sharp wit and observational rants have left audiences in stitches. Rob has received major praises from peers, critics and most of all the crowds, for the way he rips apart day to day life and calls out idiocy in the world as he’s sees it. As a result he is quickly becoming a club favourite.
Peter Anthony is a Canadian Comedy Award Winner (“Breakout Artist” 2008) and nominee (“Best Male Standup” 2013) originally from the small town of Pictou, Nova Scotia. He has established himself as one of the most passionate comedians in the country, constantly pushing the envelope and developing his distinctive, hilarious point-of-view.
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Wednesday, August 21, 7-10pm, Opera Muskoka Stars of Tomorrow Concert, featuring renowned young singers, dancers, musicians and their accompanists.
Location: Rene M Caisse Memorial Theatre 100 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge
A summer tradition in downtown Bracebridge, featuring local live music. Thursday evenings; 7-8:30pm.
Tonight: Olde Tyme Gospel Band.
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket for comfortable seating.
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The 36th Annual Bracebridge Antique Sale will be held in the Agricultural Building at the JD Lang Activity Park, 331 Fraserburg Rd, Bracebridge.
Selected Dealers: Canadiana, furniture, tools, lamps, persian rugs, jewellery, coins,- silver, china, paper items and advertising, dolls, pressed glass, toys quilts and linens.
Friday: 5pm – 8pm
Saturday: 10am to 5pm
Sunday: 10am to 4 PM
Admission $5.00 Good for the weekend.
Jennifer’s concert will invite outstanding local singers who have achieved a level of excellence in her Vocal Masterclass to join her evening concert.
The concert will be held in Windermere.
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Women Fully Clothed is back with its comedic brilliance, ready to make us laugh at our lives. In their third show, Invisible, Robin Duke, Jayne Eastwood, Kathryn Greenwood and Teresa Pavlinek dig right and mine the hilarity of their new stage of life through scene and song. In a society that barely sees us anymore, Women Fully Clothed makes sure we see ourselves – every gory, glorious detail of ourselves – all through tears of laughter.
Muskoka Craft Beerfest is an event being held the 24th August 2019 at the Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst, Canada. This event showcases like alcoholic beverage, craft items, wing sauce, sparkling wine, wine sprites, oils & vinegar’s, beer product etc. in the Consumer & Carnivals, Wine & Spirits industries.
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Although The Reklaws are no stranger to the country music world, you’ve definitely never seen them look or sound like this. After spending the past three years writing in Nashville, they’re back with a fresh look and sound that meld their small-town roots and love of country music with their collegiate curiosity and passion. Re-introducing themselves with their major label debut at Universal Music Canada, The Reklaws kicked off the summer with their most recent single, Hometown Kids – a summer anthem for their generation.
It is time to celebrate the amazing music and performances from WOODSTOCK 1969!
Lance Anderson has assembled an incredible cast of Canadian Blues and Roots all-stars for this show. Juno and Maples Blues Award winning Harrison Kennedy (Motown), Tony Springer (Wild T. and the Spirit), Matt Weidinger (Matchedash Parish) and Cheryl Lescom (Soulsville), will join an ensemble of some of Canada’s finest musicians. They will play the highlight moments of music from the 3-day long weekend festival, including iconic performances by Jimmy Hendrix, The WHO, Santana, Sly and the Family Stone, Joe Cocker, The BAND, Janis Joplin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Richie Havens and more!
Dig out your tie dyes, and prepare to celebrate the music that inspired the world with the simple idea of Peace and Love for all!
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A summer tradition in downtown Bracebridge, featuring local live music. Thursday evenings; 7-8:30pm.
Tonight: Neil Hutchinson.
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket for comfortable seating.
In March of 2016, Sam Roberts Band holed themselves up at the Bathouse, The Tragically Hip’s studio near Kingston, Ontario to record their sixth full-length album, TerraForm. They went in with the lake still covered by ice and emerged 4 weeks later, in the first days of spring, bearing with them new music…
The Sam Roberts Band will play two nights at the Kee to Bala. August 31 September 1, 2019
For more information or to book, visit their website
Join us at the Muskoka Lakes farm & winery for a Blueberry Blues Festival.
The Soul Brothers and other musical talents and performers throughout the day.
There will be tours, wine tasting. Sample all our blueberry theme product and enjoy our BBQ!
Sunday, September 1, 2019 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
The good ship Wenonah II sails from Gravenhurst through pirate infested waters. The crew aboard is eager to win the coveted Golden Hook award, thwarting Captain Ron Hook, who has won it every year! Did he cheat? Will our intrepid crew defeat him by successfully completing some special tasks? Only time and the mermaids will tell!
For more information, visit their website
Join us for our 1st annual Customer Appreciation & BBQ!
FREE BBQ from noon-4pm
$5 plus tax per tournament player
prizes, family fun & more
To enter tournament contact us through Facebook, call 705-646-7025, email miniputt@sympatico.ca or visit the course in person!
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A summer tradition in downtown Bracebridge, featuring local live music. Thursday evenings; 7-8:30pm.
Tonight: Jim Allen’s Finger Licking Ballad & Blues
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket for comfortable seating.
Alfie Zappacostais undeniably one of Canada’s premier songwriters and performers with chart topping hits and a recording and acting career that has spanned 40 years. He continues to evolve as an artist by “doing it his way”, an effort that has been rewarded with an impressive song catalogue and a discerning loyal fan base.
Washago Art Club is hosting an art show, sale and auction at the Washago Community Centre from 10 am to 4 pm. Local artists have created beautiful pieces in various subject matters. Along with paintings there will be jewellery, quilting and handcrafted wood articles. There will be an auction of the “Washago Early Days” live edge wood panels commencing at 2:30. Preview the panels along Muskoka Street of Washago. You can bid on line https://www.32auctions.com/WashagoArtClub OR just attend the auction. We will have tickets available for a draw on a beautiful painting and handcrafted birch bowl ($2.00 each or 3/$5.00).
Come and enjoy the fun at the Severn Bridge Fall Fair
Midway between Gravenhurst and Orillia
Severn Bridge Fairgrounds is easy to find, just follow the Southwood Road from the nearby Hwy 11 exit.
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Looking for something fun to do with your Grandparents this Grandparent’s Day?!
Come to Northern Escapades MINI PUTT Sunday, September 8th where Grandparents play for FREE!!
BONUS: bring your Grandparents and play for only $5 per additional player!
*Reminder: last game starts 1 hour prior to closing and hours of operation are subject to the weather
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It’s the day after the funeral of a friend, and three women gather for a round of golf in honour of their recently deceased playing partner. They are joined by a 4th woman, another old friend of the deceased that the other three didn’t know about. During the round the women discuss life, love, men, sex, children, careers…everything but golf. Many surprises, secrets and confessions come to the surface during this hilarious and heart-warming round of golf.
Location: Windermere Golf & Country Club
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Peg and Irv, two quirky but endearing baby-boomers, bravely venture into the world of modern dating. But, when these opposites attract, they discover love isn’t any easier the second time around. Winner of the Riva Shiner Comedy Award, KALAMAZOO is a romantic comedy about life’s second act and learning you’re never too old to be young. “Kalamazoo” captures love for any age” – Encore Michigan
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Muskoka River X Sprint 58km
September 14, 2019
Back again for 2019! Starting with the MRX Classic paddlers, Sprint Teams will paddle 58km of the North branch of the Muskoka River starting in Penninsula Lake, through Port Sydney before ending their journey in Bracebridge.
Muskoka River X Classic 133km
September 14-15, 2019
The world’s longest single day expedition paddling race is back for its fifth year. Teams paddle two rivers systems, three lakes and 20 portages for a total of 130km in less than 24 hours. The Classic is completely self-supported. That’s right, no outside assistance, no support teams and no re-supplies. Considered the toughest single day canoe race in the world, the MRX Classic is not your traditional marathon-paddling event. Challenge your self. Your expedition is waiting ~ The 2017 Muskoka River X Classic. Limited Spots Available.
Muskoka River X Coureur des Bois 223km
September 13-15, 2019
The Coureur des Bois is back! The River X Crew first hosted this expansion course to the Muskoka River X Classic in 2015 and 2016. After a 2-year absence and at the request of our Alumni we will again host this epic race. Building on the heritage of the canal expeditions of the 1800’s, the Coureur des Bois will challenge even the most experienced expedition and marathon paddlers. Teams travel along the heritage routes of the Algonquin Peoples and early explorers as they traverse Algonquin Park east to west from Whitney to Oxtongue Lake.
Think that Muskoka shutters up after Labour Day? Think again! Consider a trip to Bracebridge to attend one of the most charming family events of the colourful season. For 152 years, locals and visitors alike have gathered in this picturesque town to celebrate the farming season, to recognize our neighbours’ harvest fare and handiwork, and to enjoy great fun and entertainment.
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Join us for our Annual Fall Dinner Cruise featuring 2 great bands and a buffet style dinner!
The Traveling Milburys: The Traveling Milburys capture the sheer talent, excitement and magic of The Traveling Wilburys for all to see and experience. Live. On stage. And in your town. From the opening chords to the final encores of this energy-packed and hit-filled evening, this is without a doubt the world’s greatest tribute to The Traveling Wilburys.
Second Band TBA
For more information or to book, visit their website
Plan on attending the Muskoka Fall Classic Regatta being held at Rotary Gull Lake Park, Gravenhurst.
The Muskoka Fall Classic is 3000 metre head race, with a course marked by buoys every 250 metres. This event will offer wet and dry launch options. The distance from the launch to the starting area is 3.0 kms – this serves as warm up and race length. It is recommended that athletes use discretion when signing up for multiple events and know their physical limits.
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Downtown Huntsville is pleased to host the Macaroni Festival
In 1913, on Main Street Huntsville, the Strano Pasta Factory was built – located where the Town Hall now sits. Celebrate the tastes and smells of freshly baked pasta in this inaugural event.
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