Talks and Lectures

An Arts & Culture Council Presents event! Registration required.

This evening’s presentation will highlight the life and work of Canadian landscape and wildlife artist Harvey Bodach, who has received national recognition and numerous awards. Harvey draws inspiration from creation, using a realist style to express his observations in art form. We will delve into both his fascinating journey as an artist and the process involved in creating his artwork. Register for this event on our website: https://bit.ly/4fdIwKE

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Location: Huron Club Lounge

Come hear from our panel of experts on how to maximize your charitable gifts and avoid common mistakes.

The panel includes: Fraser Willson CFP, CIM from CIBC Wood Gundy, Sandra Sullivan from Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation and Karen Clarke, MFA-P from Canada Gives.

Light snacks and refreshments are included.

Please RSVP to fraser.willson@cibc.com

Be The Change Film Series continues Season 17 on Wednesday November 20^th at 7pm at the Simcoe Street Theatre in Collingwood with a screening of, The NEW Corporation: The Unfortunately Necessary Sequel. From Joel Bakan and Jennifer Abbott, filmmakers of the multi-award-winning global hit, The Corporation , comes this hard-hitting and timely sequel.

Come join us at the Simcoe Street Theatre, 65 Simcoe Street, as we unlock the secrets to turning your creativity into a thriving business!

The Yonnhe’ón:we storytelling series returns for its final show of 2024, inviting the community to dive deep into the richness of and power of Indigenous storytelling. Join us on Thursday, November 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Simcoe Street Theatre for an unforgettable evening that honours the spirit of stories as they weave together history, culture, and the shared human experience.

Attendees of this Fall’s Yonnhe’ón:we will enjoy an inspiring lineup featuring a short play, a musical performance, and a documentary each celebrating Indigenous storytelling and talent.

Best Practices for Green Home Development Forum, hosted by the Collingwood Climate Action Team (CCAT) in collaboration with ORCCA.

When: Tuesday, October 22

Doors at 6:30 p.m., talk at 7: 00 p.m. followed by an informal social until 9:00 p.m.

Where: Side Launch Brewery, Taproom, 200 Mountain Rd

This event takes place at the Simcoe Street Theatre, located at 65 Simcoe Street in Collingwood and will feature five dynamic speakers who bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and positive perspectives on the vulva, healthy relationships, sexuality, body literacy, diversity and most importantly, open dialogue.

Each speaker brings with them a question or concern that they’d like to answer and discuss with the group. The audience is invited to participate and bring questions of their own.

On Thursday October 3rd, Gwen Lamont will be at Black Bellows Brewing Company for the Collingwood launch of her memoir. The evening will include two readings, a prepared Question and Answer segment and a social hour. Gwen always finds a way to connect with everyone following the program. The ticket price of $50 includes a signed book, a bottle of "Into the Light" white wine from Coffin Ridge Winery (that Gwen and her husband Neil own), hors d'oeuvres and a drink.

Get off the beaten path and explore the edge of the believable with the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour. See exhilarating stories on the big screen at Collingwood Cineplex, on October 7-8-9 2024 at 7:00 pm. Explore exotic locations, stand on the highest peaks, and be part of the gripping tales that make this year’s World Tour.