MAPLETON — The Drayton Terry Fox Run was on Sept. 17 with the option to bike, walk or run. The event began at 1:30pm at the Drayton Agricultural Hall with routes of 2km, 5km and 10km. Water stations were also located along the routes. Musical entertainment and food were available while participants
Reflections: My core and my calling
My Core Paul, Silas and Timothy, in a letter they co-wrote to the church of the Thessalonians, said…
Saugeen Artist Guild members work on display at the Minto Arts Gallery
MINTO – The Minto Arts Council’s exhibit of work by members of the Saugeen Artist Guild at the Minto Arts Gallery from was officially opened at a reception on Sept. 6, with several members of the guild on hand. The show runs at the gallery, located on the top floor of the Harriston Library, until Se
‘Any Which Way You Can A-Thon’ fundraiser returns
WATERLOO — The Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society (WWDSS) will hold its 21st annual fundraising event on Sept. 24 in Waterloo Park.
Arts council, Windjammers partner for Groves charity concert
FERGUS – The Elora Fergus Arts Council is partnering with the Windjammers to host a charity concert to benefit the Groves Hospital Foundation.
Fall fair fun in Harriston
MINTO – The Explore Africa Animal Show was a big hit with fairgoers of all ages at the Harriston-Minto Fall Fair last weekend. “Around the World in Three Fair Days” was the theme of the fair, which ran from Sept. 15 to 18. ABOVE: Ellie Bowman, right, was among those brave enough to try on a ba
Blue Bonnet Lassies have solid showing at WOHDA
GUELPH - Dancers from the Blue Bonnet Lassies School of Highland Dance attended the Western Ontario Highland Dancers Association competition in Guelph on Sept. 16.
Elora Gorge Cinema screening rock documentary
ELORA - Canadian group Lowest of the Low has been together for over 30 years and the Gorge Cinema in Elora is one of five locations in Ontario to screen a documentary about the band.
Rush tribute band performs at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS — Rush tribute band 2112 performed on the Fergus Grand Theatre stage Sept. 16.
Guelph’s Improvisation Institute announces 24-hour Festival of Improvised Arts
GUELPH - The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation (IICSI) at the University of Guelph is thrilled to announce the fourth annual edition of their 24-hour festival of improvised arts: IF 2023.
Mount Forest senior sets example for healthy, happy lifestyle
MOUNT FOREST - A local woman’s setting an example for others on how to stay active, happy and healthy into their senior years.
Guelph Loyal Orange Lodge presented service jewels to four members
On Aug. 12, Prince Arthur Guelph Loyal Orange Lodge No. 1331 presented long service jewels to four of its members who between them have amassed over 250 years membership of the Loyal Orange Institution.
Bandmates pay tribute to late Stompin’ Tom Connors
ERIN — Stompin’ Tom Connors’ bandmates stopped by the Erin cemetery on Sept. 16 to pay their respects to Connors.
Crowds come out for Fergus Terry Fox Run
CENTRE WELLINGTON — The annual Terry Fox Run took place on Sept. 17 at locations across the country, including Fergus.