December 11, 2024 Volume 2, Issue 13


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Culture Days Accolades

Music in the Gallery

December 14 from 1-3 p.m. in the

Helson Gallery


Join us for free festive musical entertainment by Barry Mulcahy. Barry is an accomplished singer, songwriter and performer. He performs soulful original songs and covers songs by numerous established singer-songwriters. Barry's strong vocal and guitar style creates a blend of North American, Irish, folk, and contemporary music. Enjoy the artwork on display in the gallery while you listen. 

December 18 from 1-3 p.m. in the Helson Gallery


Join Petrichor Duo, Madison Deppe and Patrick Anderson, during 'Drawing in the Gallery'. This flute and guitar duo presents music from across many genres and backgrounds, including Irish, Brazilian, Spanish, classical, and American music. They bring together extensive solo and chamber performance experience, and regularly perform at art galleries, cultural events, schools, and house concerts.

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New Under Wraps

Boxes Complete

Five new artworks were just unveiled as part of the Under Wraps project. This project features the artwork of professional artists on vinyl wraps. To learn about the artworks and their locations, click the button below.

Alan McCord: Curiosities, located in Cedarvale Park, Georgetown

Above Left: Robert John Paterson: Harbour Stories, located at Guelph St and Mountainview Rd N., Georgetown

Above Right: Hope Flynn: Postal Wings, located at Guelph St and Sinclair Ave

Left: Karen Roberts: Circles, located at Guelph St and Armstrong Ave, Georgetown

Right: Dayle Hawkins: United Spirits, located at Guelph St and Albert St

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What's on at the JET

On Screen at the JET Presents NFB in the Library: Dear Audrey, January 17, at 7:30 p.m.


Acclaimed activist-filmmaker Martin Duckworth has devoted his life to peace and justice. But now he’s put down his camera to fight for the most important cause he’s ever faced. While caring for his wife through the final stages of Alzheimer’s disease, Martin’s love deepens as he looks back on an epic life and career.

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What's on at the Helson Gallery

Annual Holiday Show and Sale of Local Artists

On Now until February 2 in the Sisnett Lobby of the Cultural Centre


Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to discover the perfect gift for the upcoming holiday season! By choosing these one-of-a-kind gifts you support talented local artists and artisans.

Image: Paul MacPhail, Bellwood Lake Edge, Acrylic on Canvas

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Open Water

On display now until January 12 in the

Helson Gallery


Visit the Helson Gallery to view the 99th International Juried Exhibition, organized by the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour (CSPWC). Experience the creativity and skill of international watercolour artists. This exclusive exhibition, only on view at the Helson Gallery, showcases the finest in transparent watercolour art.


Image: Susan Garrington, Poppies in Birr

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Winter Break Drop-in Family

Art Activities

Join us in the Helson Gallery and celebrate the holiday season with these festive

family-friendly drop-in art activities:

Whimsical Winter Colour-wash

December 23, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Oil Pastel Scratch Art

December 30, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.


All art materials are provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Call for Artists

PhotoArt Competition & Exhibition

Register online and submit works between January 1 - January 25

 

Photographers are invited to submit to this annual competition organized by Halton Hills Photographers for a chance to exhibit in the Sisnett Lobby Exhibition & Sale.

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To learn about other local events, please visit the events calendar.

Create Halton Hills Core Services

  • Provide support to the local arts and culture sector
  • Engage and collaborate with cultural leaders and stakeholders
  • 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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