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Welcome to the Town of Orangeville's  Arts, Culture & Tourism Newsletter  
offering information about upcoming events and activities happening in Orangeville during April 2018. 

In the News
Call for Artists announced for the 2018 Utility Box Art Display Program 
The Town of Orangeville has announced its Call for Artists for the 2018 Utility Box Art Display Program. With a submission deadline of May 11, the Town is looking for local artists to help beautify our community and celebrate the Town's vibrant arts culture. Since this popular program began in 2016, eight functional utility boxes have been transformed into colourful works of art for the community to enjoy.

The Utility Box Art Display Program is designed to recognize local artists, celebrate the Town's culture and history, and promote Orangeville as an arts and culture hub for the region. It provides local artists with the opportunity to submit original artwork for installation on selected Town utility boxes using a custom vinyl wrap process. Winning submissions will be selected by a jury, and successful artists will receive a fee of $500 for their designs. Applicants must reside in Dufferin County and must be at least 18 years old. Artists interested in submitting their work for the competition can find all the guidelines at the  Arts and Culture section of the Town's website.

Festivals and Events
April 6 and 7
Island Lake Conservation Area

On until April 7
Participating businesses located throughout Headwaters 

Hope Through Harmonies  in support of Hospice Dufferin
April 28
The Black Wolf Smokehouse

May 5
Locations in downtown Orangeville

April 7 and 21
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  inside Town Hall

April 9 - Meditation Park
April 23 - To be announced
Galaxy Cinemas Orangeville

April 28
Westminster United Church

Saturday afternoons starting May 5
Downtown Orangeville



Town Hall Opera House Performances
April 5 to 22
The year is 1938 and aspiring reporter Mary Hayes is struggling to break into the male-dominated world of journalism. Jeff Kincaid may be the hottest reporter in the city, but his job is on the line and Mary could well be the one to replace him. Reminiscent of the zany, cinematic screwball comedies of Gable and Colbert or Hepburn and Grant, this delightful play crackles with wit and humour!

May 3 to 20
Gail used to be married to Frank, and Earl to Sheila. Then one day, Frank ran off with Sheila leaving Gail and Earl sitting alone on opposite sides of their concession road. Earl is trying to move on but Gail has given up on love and turned to beekeeping. When Gail's turkey-farming daughter moves back home and a young man studying the decimation of the local bee population shows up, things really start to buzz! 

Things to Know

  Mag Ruffman to share creative inspiration at upcoming lunch & learn 

Artists and entrepreneurs are invited to attend Creativity under pressure on Wednesday, April 25th. This unique learning and networking opportunity will feature Mag Ruffman, a successful actress, entrepreneur and producer, who will share her guidance and advice on how to sustain creativity under pressure.  

Tickets are $25 and include lunch. 
To register, visit  orangevillebusiness.ca. 


Day of the Poets celebrates poetry on May 5 in downtown Orangeville

A new cultural event is happening in downtown Orangeville on Saturday, May 5th. Day of the Poets has been organized by Dufferin County Poet Laureate Harry Posner to highlight the special literary art form of poetry. More than 20 poets will give readings in four locations: Mill Street Library, Town Hall, Maggiolly's, and Dragonfly Art on Broadway.  The event will also include strolling street poets and window poems. Find more information  here.

Connect with us!
Do you have an upcoming event?   Do you want to share arts and culture related information? 
We can help promote it! 
Submit details to Katrina Lemire  at the Town of Orangeville. Please provide information by the last Friday of each month and include the event name, location, contact information, and brief description.

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