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Nominations now open for 2020 Arts and Culture Awards |
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The Town of Orangeville has opened nominations for the annual Arts and Culture Awards. The awards celebrate the vibrancy of the community’s cultural scene and aim to recognize contributions made by businesses, organizations and individuals in Dufferin County.
Since 2010, over 70 awards have been presented to an impressive selection of deserving recipients. “This year, we felt it was more important than ever to recognize arts and culture in Orangeville and the surrounding area,” says Councillor Lisa Post, Chair of the Cultural Plan Task Force. “Orangeville’s creative sector represents a vital part of the Town’s identity and the awards are one way to celebrate the many individuals and groups who contribute to it.”
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Eight award categories have been established and are open to residents of the County of Dufferin. The definition of arts and culture is wide-reaching and can include visual, music, dance, film, theatre, or written mediums, but also embraces culinary arts, design, parades, festivals, and community events. This year particularly, nominators are encouraged to think beyond traditional artistic ventures and consider how arts and culture have been presented, taught, and enjoyed in new and different ways.
Award criteria and a simple online nomination form are available at www.orangeville.ca. The deadline for submissions is Friday, August 28 at 4 p.m. Previous winners cannot be nominated for the same category. Self-nominations are accepted. All nominees will have an opportunity to provide judges with additional information once the Town has received the nominations.
Award nominees will be announced on Friday, September 25. A virtual celebration will be held on Thursday, October 22 starting at 7 p.m.
The community is invited to recognize and celebrate arts and culture by completing a nomination today. For more information regarding nominations for the Town’s Arts & Culture Awards, visit the Town’s website at www.orangeville.ca.
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Virtual tour of downtown Orangeville invites visitors and residents to re-discover local businesses |
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The Orangeville Business Improvement Area has created a video to showcase the unique collection of shops and restaurants located in downtown Orangeville. Developed in partnership with The Art of Storytelling, a local photography and videography firm, the video allows viewers to safely explore our charming downtown district from the comfort of their homes. Meet the owners, learn about the businesses, see the unique spaces, and virtually browse the products and services on offer. The merchants of downtown Orangeville are excited to welcome you back to shop and dine in a safe and friendly environment. See the entire video on downtown Orangeville's Facebook page.
For those not quite ready to visit downtown Orangeville in person, online shopping is also available at shopdowntownorangeville.ca. Browse products offered by over 30 downtown business and enjoy the safety and convenience of delivery or curbside pick up.
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Self-guided Walking Tours |
Now is the perfect time to discover Orangeville's impressive collection of public art and historic buildings. Self-guided walking tours offer residents and visitors the opportunity to explore our community while searching for cultural treasures.
Orangeville's growing public art exhibit includes the popular tree sculptures as well as utility boxes and large-scale sculptures. The locations and descriptions of each piece can be found on this online map.
For those interested in the history of Orangeville, Footsteps from our Past provides three tour options that guide participants on a walk through time. Learn interesting facts about the people, buildings and landmarks that contributed to Orangeville's history.
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Orangeville Farmers' Market |
The Orangeville Farmers' Market is open for on-site shopping every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Visit the farmers, bakers, and producers at 90 Broadway, the parking lot across from Town Hall. Physical distancing protocols are in place. Shoppers are asked to wear masks and follow guidelines to ensure the safety of all participants.
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Orangeville Public Library |
In addition to curbside pick up, the Orangeville Public Library is offering a number of virtual programs and activities for both kids and adults. Library staff can even put together a Grab 'n Go bag of books for you, based on your reading preferences. Visit the website or follow along on Facebook for more details.
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Digital Transformation Grants now available
Small business owners may be eligible to receive a $2,500 grant to help implement digital transformation. As a result of a partnership between the Federal and Provincial government, and the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA), the Digital Main Street (DMS) Ontario Grants program is now available to businesses across Ontario.
Eligibility requirements and application details are available at digitalmainstreet.ca. Contact us to learn more about the grants and to determine if your business is eligible. Watch for more information coming soon about implementation support for local businesses.
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Tourism-related business owners invited to provide input
The development of a Tourism Strategy and Action Plan for the Town of Orangeville is well underway. Many community members and business owners have provided invaluable input to help the Town understand opportunities and challenges related to tourism.
The final round of community engagement includes a survey for tourism-related business owners and organizations. The survey can be completed before Friday, August 21 at 5 p.m.
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