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November Events List
October 2 2011 to January 8 2012
Vessna Perunovich neither here nor there
Vessna Perunovich has established herself as one of Canada’s most compelling and adroit artists. With a fluidity and adept facility her practice encompasses performance, video, sculpture, painting and installation. Individual yet nonetheless inter-related, these aspects combine into an ever evolving oeuvre which defies a simple categorization. Consistently Perunovich’s subject matter grapples with issues of personal intimacy and of societal constructs; her work is autobiographical and at the same time universal. She is inspired by a particular place or incident that is then translated into something that anyone, anywhere can find a connection with. Her work dwells, emotionally and philosophically, on the subject of boundaries, both physical and psychic. Her art objects do not necessarily denote meanings. They don’t , in other words, point at something and describe it. They are connotations of meanings, suggesting that they can wear the conceptual clothing necessary to expressing inexpressible feelings for things that are inexplicable. A Toronto-based visual artist, Perunovich has exhibited at numerous international biennales in Cuba, Albania, Portugal, Yugoslavia, Serbia, Montenegro and Greece. She has shown at prestigious public galleries in Canada, Cuba and Europe and her travelling performance project – Transitory Places – was performed at the Tate Modern Grounds in London, England, at Tower of Belem in Lisbon, Portugal, at Malacon in Havana, Cuba and at the Ponte de Academia, in Italy, as an off-site project during the 50th Venice Biennale. Premiering at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, neither here nor there is the first mid-career retrospective of Perunovich’s video work.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Vessna Perunovich neither here nor there
Vessna Perunovich has established herself as one of Canada’s most compelling and adroit artists. With a fluidity and adept facility her practice encompasses performance, video, sculpture, painting and installation. Individual yet nonetheless inter-related, these aspects combine into an ever evolving oeuvre which defies a simple categorization. Consistently Perunovich’s subject matter grapples with issues of personal intimacy and of societal constructs; her work is autobiographical and at the same time universal. She is inspired by a particular place or incident that is then translated into something that anyone, anywhere can find a connection with. Her work dwells, emotionally and philosophically, on the subject of boundaries, both physical and psychic. Her art objects do not necessarily denote meanings. They don’t , in other words, point at something and describe it. They are connotations of meanings, suggesting that they can wear the conceptual clothing necessary to expressing inexpressible feelings for things that are inexplicable. A Toronto-based visual artist, Perunovich has exhibited at numerous international biennales in Cuba, Albania, Portugal, Yugoslavia, Serbia, Montenegro and Greece. She has shown at prestigious public galleries in Canada, Cuba and Europe and her travelling performance project – Transitory Places – was performed at the Tate Modern Grounds in London, England, at Tower of Belem in Lisbon, Portugal, at Malacon in Havana, Cuba and at the Ponte de Academia, in Italy, as an off-site project during the 50th Venice Biennale. Premiering at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, neither here nor there is the first mid-career retrospective of Perunovich’s video work.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
October 2, 2011 to January 8, 2012
Community Curators Select IV
One of the most common responses we see in the four years since we’ve begun this project is a sense of tremendous pride that our community feels in the fact that a city our size (22,000 people) has this amazing, important and diverse collection of art works. Selected pieces range from Caven Atkins to A.Y. Jackson to John Noestheden. Often people come to the Gallery with a definite sense of what they like – or don’t like! But once in the vault they end up connecting with an artwork that they wouldn’t have expected to. The intimate forum that Community Curators provides allows for a different kind of “art education” to take place. This exhibition provides important information to the public as to how an art gallery operates and the range of concerns around building and maintaining a collection.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Community Curators Select IV
One of the most common responses we see in the four years since we’ve begun this project is a sense of tremendous pride that our community feels in the fact that a city our size (22,000 people) has this amazing, important and diverse collection of art works. Selected pieces range from Caven Atkins to A.Y. Jackson to John Noestheden. Often people come to the Gallery with a definite sense of what they like – or don’t like! But once in the vault they end up connecting with an artwork that they wouldn’t have expected to. The intimate forum that Community Curators provides allows for a different kind of “art education” to take place. This exhibition provides important information to the public as to how an art gallery operates and the range of concerns around building and maintaining a collection.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Ongoing at the Tom Thomson Gallery
Canadian Spirit The Tom Thomson Experience
CANADIAN SPIRIT: The Tom Thomson Experience will make use of the Tom Thomson Art Gallery’s important collection of objects, photos, documents and artworks by Thomson as well as additional supporting work by his contemporaries and by artists working in diverse media who have been influenced by Thomson’s work or inspired by his story. There is perhaps no other artist in Canadian history who has inspired other artists and permeated our national consciousness in the way that Thomson has. This cross-disciplinary exhibition will examine Thomson’s work, life and mythic death, and his influence, both direct and indirect, on Canadian art and culture. Had Thomson not existed, Canada would have had to have invented him. CANADIAN SPIRIT is the initial exhibition that will see our South Gallery converted into a space devoted to Thomson, his story and his legacy.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Canadian Spirit The Tom Thomson Experience
CANADIAN SPIRIT: The Tom Thomson Experience will make use of the Tom Thomson Art Gallery’s important collection of objects, photos, documents and artworks by Thomson as well as additional supporting work by his contemporaries and by artists working in diverse media who have been influenced by Thomson’s work or inspired by his story. There is perhaps no other artist in Canadian history who has inspired other artists and permeated our national consciousness in the way that Thomson has. This cross-disciplinary exhibition will examine Thomson’s work, life and mythic death, and his influence, both direct and indirect, on Canadian art and culture. Had Thomson not existed, Canada would have had to have invented him. CANADIAN SPIRIT is the initial exhibition that will see our South Gallery converted into a space devoted to Thomson, his story and his legacy.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
November 1- 22, 2:30pm
Fall Lecture Series - Climate Change
Climate change: the facts. Can we stop it? Is there a role for nuclear power? No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah. Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada; working, over the course of his career, in the fields of inorganic chemistry, Atomic Energy, and Pulp and Paper Research at locations including: the Case Institute of Technology in Cleveland Ohio, the UK Atomic Energy Authority Research Laboratories in Harwell, UK, Utah State University, Iowa State University, McGill University and Smith College in Northampton, Mass. Dr. Holah comments, Of all the courses I taught over the years, the one that perhaps gave me the most pleasure, biggest challenge and sometimes the greatest rewards involved teaching science to non science students. The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30 p.m. in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following. Members free as always
Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Fall Lecture Series - Climate Change
Climate change: the facts. Can we stop it? Is there a role for nuclear power? No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah. Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada; working, over the course of his career, in the fields of inorganic chemistry, Atomic Energy, and Pulp and Paper Research at locations including: the Case Institute of Technology in Cleveland Ohio, the UK Atomic Energy Authority Research Laboratories in Harwell, UK, Utah State University, Iowa State University, McGill University and Smith College in Northampton, Mass. Dr. Holah comments, Of all the courses I taught over the years, the one that perhaps gave me the most pleasure, biggest challenge and sometimes the greatest rewards involved teaching science to non science students. The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30 p.m. in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following. Members free as always
Grey Roots Museum & Archives
November 10-12, 17-20, 23-26, 2011
The Sound of Music
One of the world's most beloved musicals is coming to The Roxy! Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music will thrill you with its wonderful songs that we all know so well. The story of a young girl torn between becoming a nun or marrying the man of her dreams, and how her life, and the lives of those she holds dear, change forever. Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Roxy Theatre
The Sound of Music
One of the world's most beloved musicals is coming to The Roxy! Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music will thrill you with its wonderful songs that we all know so well. The story of a young girl torn between becoming a nun or marrying the man of her dreams, and how her life, and the lives of those she holds dear, change forever. Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Roxy Theatre
Tuesday, November 15 to Thursday, December 22, 2011
Authentic Victorian Christmas
The volunteer elves at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum – A National Historic Site have been busy preparing for a different kind of Christmas celebration. Visitors to the Museum will have a glimpse of a traditional Victorian Christmas. The boyhood home of Owen Sound’s local WWI hero is decorated similarly to what it would have looked like in early days with garlands, ribbons, lace, lights, candles and trinkets. Amidst the original Bishop Family antiques, a large Christmas tree is decorated with gifts and toys from that period. Christmas music piped throughout the Museum ensures that all are filled with the holiday spirit. A special Victorian Christmas Weekend is being held on Saturday, November 26 and Sunday, November 27 from 1 to 3 pm. Visitors will be greeted by Victorian Hosts and enjoy an old fashion afternoon of live Christmas music in the boyhood home of Billy Bishop while maids serve a hot cup of apple cider and delicious home made Christmas treats. Decorate your own gingerbread cookie! Carriage Rides will be available for an extra cost of $5.00 per person. Please visit www.billybishop.org to see the performance times for our live entertainment: the Sweet Adelines Quartet; GBS Youth String Quartet; and the Singing Puppeteers. Sponsored by Fabricland and The Fyre Place & Patio Shop
Billy Bishop Home and Museum
Authentic Victorian Christmas
The volunteer elves at the Billy Bishop Home and Museum – A National Historic Site have been busy preparing for a different kind of Christmas celebration. Visitors to the Museum will have a glimpse of a traditional Victorian Christmas. The boyhood home of Owen Sound’s local WWI hero is decorated similarly to what it would have looked like in early days with garlands, ribbons, lace, lights, candles and trinkets. Amidst the original Bishop Family antiques, a large Christmas tree is decorated with gifts and toys from that period. Christmas music piped throughout the Museum ensures that all are filled with the holiday spirit. A special Victorian Christmas Weekend is being held on Saturday, November 26 and Sunday, November 27 from 1 to 3 pm. Visitors will be greeted by Victorian Hosts and enjoy an old fashion afternoon of live Christmas music in the boyhood home of Billy Bishop while maids serve a hot cup of apple cider and delicious home made Christmas treats. Decorate your own gingerbread cookie! Carriage Rides will be available for an extra cost of $5.00 per person. Please visit www.billybishop.org to see the performance times for our live entertainment: the Sweet Adelines Quartet; GBS Youth String Quartet; and the Singing Puppeteers. Sponsored by Fabricland and The Fyre Place & Patio Shop
Billy Bishop Home and Museum
November 13, 17, 20, 24, 27
Owen Sound Attack Games
Home games for our 2011 provincial championship team at the Bayshore Arena. For tickets go to link below.
Bayshore Community Centre
Owen Sound Attack Games
Home games for our 2011 provincial championship team at the Bayshore Arena. For tickets go to link below.
Bayshore Community Centre
November 18
Opening Ceremonies
Opening Night - starts 5:45pm Fireworks Entertainment DIA Moonlight madness free horse & Wagon rides Lights go on at 7:00 p.m.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Opening Ceremonies
Opening Night - starts 5:45pm Fireworks Entertainment DIA Moonlight madness free horse & Wagon rides Lights go on at 7:00 p.m.
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
November 18th to November 28th
Celebrity Wreath Auction
Bid on one of 16 fabulous wreaths, created by celebrities, politicians florists and craftspeople in Owen Sound & Region.
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Library
Celebrity Wreath Auction
Bid on one of 16 fabulous wreaths, created by celebrities, politicians florists and craftspeople in Owen Sound & Region.
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Library
Friday November 18 to Sunday, November 20, 2011
Fine Craft Christmas Show and Sale
Join over 35 vendors for a festive weekend of fine craft, fine art and fine food by Red Hot Catering and Theo's Desserts. Pottery, glass, jewellery, textiles, beauty products, candles, preserves, toys and more, all handmade and unique. free Grey Granite Club, 727 2nd Ave E. Owen Sound Contact: morag budgeon moragbudgeon@yahoo.com
Gray Granite Club
Fine Craft Christmas Show and Sale
Join over 35 vendors for a festive weekend of fine craft, fine art and fine food by Red Hot Catering and Theo's Desserts. Pottery, glass, jewellery, textiles, beauty products, candles, preserves, toys and more, all handmade and unique. free Grey Granite Club, 727 2nd Ave E. Owen Sound Contact: morag budgeon moragbudgeon@yahoo.com
Gray Granite Club
Saturday November 19th
Santa Claus Parade
Owen Sound Kiwanis Santa Claus Parade Saturday at 10:00 am Downtown Owen Sound.
Downtown Owen Sound
Santa Claus Parade
Owen Sound Kiwanis Santa Claus Parade Saturday at 10:00 am Downtown Owen Sound.
Downtown Owen Sound
Nov 19, 2011 - 2 pm
Museum & a Movie
2 p.m. A family-friendly movie plays Saturday in the Grey Roots Theatre. Call 519-376-3690 x6100 for details.
Bayshore Community Centre
Museum & a Movie
2 p.m. A family-friendly movie plays Saturday in the Grey Roots Theatre. Call 519-376-3690 x6100 for details.
Bayshore Community Centre
November 26 to 28
Scenes of Wonder
St Andrews Presbyterian Church
Over 300 nativity scenes
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
Scenes of Wonder
St Andrews Presbyterian Church
Over 300 nativity scenes
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
November 26
Festival in the Park
Festival in the Park 11:00 am – Harrison Park fun for the entire family
Harrison Park
Festival in the Park
Festival in the Park 11:00 am – Harrison Park fun for the entire family
Harrison Park
Thursday, December 1, 2011 7:00 PM
World Aids Day – “Getting to Zero”
Please join us at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery for a Candlelight Vigil followed with music by Keira McArthur, short readings and a reception. All are Welcome! Organized by AIDS Committee of Guelph and Wellington County - now serving Grey Bruce. For more information contact: greybruce@aidsguelph.org or 519.376.9420 ext. 1530
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
World Aids Day – “Getting to Zero”
Please join us at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery for a Candlelight Vigil followed with music by Keira McArthur, short readings and a reception. All are Welcome! Organized by AIDS Committee of Guelph and Wellington County - now serving Grey Bruce. For more information contact: greybruce@aidsguelph.org or 519.376.9420 ext. 1530
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
January 3, 2012
Festival Closes
The Festival of Northern Lights wraps up another great season. Watch for great Owen Sound festivals and events from January to May on our 2011 Winter Guide!!
Downtown Owen Sound
Festival Closes
The Festival of Northern Lights wraps up another great season. Watch for great Owen Sound festivals and events from January to May on our 2011 Winter Guide!!
Downtown Owen Sound