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Think local for your holiday gift list

‘Tis the season to shop local, but why not take your gift giving to the next level by choosing items that are also created right here in Orangeville? Our local artists and entrepreneurs would be delighted to make a mark on your gift list this year and there is no shortage of great ideas. These unique choices make thoughtful presents, but also come with a story, about the people and places that made them, and offer an added layer of sentiment that you truly can’t find anywhere else. So, make...

The soundtrack to your summer

Photo: Supercrescent performs live at Taphouse Craft Beer + Kitchen in July 2021

Eager ears rejoice! Live music is back and those long-awaited sounds may be just what you need to get back into the swing of things. Here is a list of local live experiences to add to your summer bucket list. Patio vibes The team at Taphouse Craft Beer + Kitchen is saying so long to streaming and hello to live music all summer long. The stage is set, the patio is open, and local musicians are ready to perform....

The Town of Orangeville celebrates local arts and culture with call for nominations

The 2021 Arts and Culture Awards celebrate the creative talent and cultural richness of the local community. The awards, which are in their 12th year, recognize outstanding contributions made by businesses, organizations, and individuals in Dufferin County.

Nominations for eight award categories are now open and, as with the interpretation of art, the award categories themselves are broad and inclusive. Artists can be recognized...

Discover local Indigenous culture

June 21, 2021 marks the 25th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day, an annual celebration that invites Canadians to recognize and learn more about the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences, and histories of the First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. While there are virtual celebrations happening across the country this year, you can also discover local Indigenous culture right in Orangeville with a visit to the Mino Kamik Medicine Wheel Garden. 

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Six simple ways to savour spring

For many of us, Spring can be an inspiring time of year. Green grass, budding blooms, and chirping birds stir up a sense of spring fever and send us on a search for something new. We dust off any final remnants of winter and open our doors wide to welcome fresh air, sunshine, and opportunity. This year, we may need a little extra inspiration to come up with projects, activities, and ambition to get us in the spirit. So we’ve put together six suggestions to get you started.  Put your green thumb...