Arts

The “elbows up” figure in this image is a blow-up from one of the National Gallery’s treasures. Who is the artist?

Here’s a list of feel-good novels to help with uncertain times

Submit answer to quiz by Oct. 15 for chance to win free tour of National Gallery

“Four more years! What to do?”   In January 2025, that yelp echoed throughout the landscape — north of the 49th… Continue reading “Here’s a list of feel-good novels to help with uncertain times”

Artist and Manor Park resident Sarah Hallman holds up one of her stunning prints. PHOTO: Submitted

Experience the magic of art in New Edinburgh!

Mark your calendar for NEST 2025, coming up Sept. 27 and 28

What: The New Edinburgh Artists’ Studio Tour 2025 https://www.nestudiotour.ca  When: Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, 2025 | 10 a.m. –… Continue reading “Experience the magic of art in New Edinburgh!”

Photo of children dressed an angels for a Christmas concert

Bytown Voices sing of the mysterious and angelic

Performance takes place 3 p.m. Sunday, December 8

Bytown Voices Choir welcomes you to attend their annual December concert entitled Shadows and Light. Please join us at 3… Continue reading “Bytown Voices sing of the mysterious and angelic”

Photo of composer Terry Brynaert

Local choir premieres Little Drummer Bolero

The Stairwell Carollers will perform the piece as part of its annual Christmas concert on Wednesday December 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Saint Columba Church on Sandridge Rd. and on Saturday December 21 at 2 p.m. St. François d'Assise Church in Hintonburg.

This holiday season, the Manor Park-based Stairwell Carollers will premiere a unique new choral work, written by local composter Terry… Continue reading “Local choir premieres Little Drummer Bolero”

Photo of man playing tuba while wearing Santa hat

Around Town November-December 2024 listings

The Around Town November-December 2024 listings contain information on upcoming holiday concertsand other events in the neighbourhood and area. You… Continue reading “Around Town November-December 2024 listings”

Photo of actor Venetia Lawless

Linden House Theatre stages Steel Magnolias

Opening November 22 and continuing until December 1

Southern women are famously feminine, but according to playwright Robert Harling, there is steel beneath the surface. His acclaimed play… Continue reading “Linden House Theatre stages Steel Magnolias”

Close up image if painting with reeds and brown bakcground

New Edinburgh studio tour (NEST) Sept. 28 and 29–This weekend!

Manor Park artists help inspire NEST

Take part in the New Edinburgh Artists’ Studio Tour (NEST) and be inspired while experiencing the charm of New Edinburgh!… Continue reading “New Edinburgh studio tour (NEST) Sept. 28 and 29–This weekend!”