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What's on at the
Helson Gallery
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The Colour of Water
March 4 - May 10
Helson Gallery
Experience this year’s annual local artist exhibition celebrating water in all its forms: its life-giving power, its ability to shape landscapes, and its role in connecting communities. The exhibition explores the importance of waterways such as the Credit River, whose enduring influence has flowed through generations–shaping Indigenous ways of life, early settlement, industry, recreation, and ongoing conservation efforts.
Image: Carol-Ann Michaelson, Last Paddle of the Day
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Mayor's Choice Award Announced
Congratulations to J. Andrew Hillman, winner of the Mayor's Choice Award. The award was announced at the opening reception of The Colour of Water exhibition on March 22 for the mixed-media work, Bridge Over Credit River.
In recognition of this achievement, Hillman will receive an honorarium, and his work will be featured on a a limited-edition tote bags produced in partnership with Halton Hamilton Brant Regional Tourism Organization, Visit Halton Hills and the Helson Gallery.
Image: J. Andrew Hillman, Bridge Over Credit River
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Mayor’s Showcase featuring local artist Chris Cachia
Town Hall
View the work of Chris Cachia, who blends everyday realism with dreamlike, fantastical elements, drawing inspiration from magical realism and contemporary illustration styles. Working in mixed media and photography, Cachia often explores landscapes and popular culture, creating images that blur the line between reality and imagination.
Image: Chis Cachia, The Traveller, Mythical Views
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Annual Halton Hills Youth Week Art Exhibit
May 4 - May 31
Upper and Lower Sisnett Lobby
Celebrate fresh talent, creativity and self-expression during Youth Week!
The Youth Week Art Exhibit shines a spotlight on local youth and their unique perspectives, featuring, inventive artwork in a range of mediums.
Come out and see the world through the eyes of Halton Hills' youth.
Image: Youth Artwork
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Youth Arts and Culture Committee
Next Meeting: May 5, 4 - 5 p.m.
Library and Cultural Centre
Register Anytime
Calling all youth ages 12 - 18 to join the Youth Arts and Culture Committee.
Led by youth, for youth, members will meet monthly to organize events. Have fun, earn volunteer hours, learn from local artists, meet new friends, and have an impact on youth services and programs throughout town.
For more information contact Jacob Zanth, Youth Programmer - Culture: jzanth@haltonhills.ca
Image: Culture Days 2024
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Plein Air Painting Challenge at the Downtown Georgetown Farmers Market
June 13, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Library and Cultural Centre, Helson Gallery
Register in advance for our first plein air challenge of the year at the Downtown Georgetown Farmers Market!
Artists will paint within the lively market or explore the surrounding side streets and nearby parks. Downtown Georgetown offers a wide variety of subjects to inspire. Award winners will be announced in the afternoon.
The Helson Gallery presents this event in partnership with Norval Studios & Gallery, Credit Valley Artisans, and the Downtown Georgetown Farmers Market.
Image: Plein Air Event, 2023
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Drawing in the Gallery
January 7 - June 24
Wednesdays, 1 - 3 p.m.
Helson Gallery
Improve your figure drawing skills and connect with local artists every Wednesday afternoon in the Helson Gallery, with these free, self-directed sessions. Note: Bring your own art supplies (dry media only).
Image: Town of Halton Hills
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Request for Feedback – Tolton Park Public Art Proposals
Deadline: May 11
We want to hear from you!
The Town of Halton Hills is in the final stages of commissioning a public artwork that will function as seating within the soon-to-be completed Tolton Park in Limehouse. In January, a selection panel reviewed over 60 applications from across Canada and identified a short-list of 3 artists to develop site-specific artwork proposals. The Town is pleased to share these proposals for public comment and information.
Image: Hooman Mehdizadehjafari, Embrace; Karen Ho Fatt, Traces; Ernest Daetwyler, The Boulder Circle
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Community Socials
May 9, Eighth Line Park, Georgetown
May 30, Prospect Park, Acton
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join the Hey Neighbour crew to connect with your neighbours, Town staff and engage with elected officials at the 2026 Community Social events.
Image: Town of Halton Hills
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Silver Screamers
May 22, 7:30 p.m.
John Elliott Theatre
Come see this heartwarming and spine-tingling documentary about a spirited group of senior citizens who set out to make a horror film, stepping far outside their comfort zones.
TIFF OnScreen at the JET acknowledges our partnership with the Film Circuit, presented by TIFF, and its sponsors and supporters.
Image: Silver Screamers, film still
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Halton Equity & Diversity Roundtable Idea Leadership Conference
June 3 - 4
Pre Conference Event: June 2
Register for this engaging two-day conference presented by the Halton Equity and Diverstiy Roundtable (HEDR) and hosted by the Town of Halton Hills and the Halton Hills Public Library.
This year's 11th annual HEDR Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) leadership conference is coming to Halton Hills for the first time! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with community leaders, practitioners, researchers, artists and changemakers to explore this year's theme, Small Town, Big Ideas: Intersectional Paths to Equity in Urban and Rural Communities.
Attendees can expect inspiring keynote speakers like Devan Rajkumar, Andrea Carey, David A. Robertson, and Ashley Moore, plus an all-star lineup of breakout speakers, engaging sessions, social events and meaningful opportunities to connect with others advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across sectors.
Halton Hills residents: Use code "haltonhills" at registration for a 50% discount on tickets through the Town's partnership with HEDR.
Image: Barbara Ariss, Earth Renewal (or Escape to Space) and Ocean Renewal (or Escape to Space), detail
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Create Halton Hills Core Services
- Provide support to the local arts and culture sector
- Engage and collaborate with cultural leaders and interested parties
- Provide funding, commissioning, and art sales opportunities
- Deliver diverse cultural programing
- Implement Public Art Program including temporary and permanent works
- Operate Helson Gallery including delivery of programs and exhibitions
- Lead Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Truth and Reconciliation initiatives
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