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MAY TO-DO LIST Disclaimer: The events listed are happening as of April 27, 2022.
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Plant Night By: Crystal Quartz Events and The Bloom Room Make a beautiful succulent planter with the guidance of master horticulturist Fran Saliba while also enjoying local craft beer, artisanal pizzas & oysters! 6 p.m. / Fixed Gear Brewing Co. / Tickets $45 via Eventbrite
Mother’s Day Tea at the Guelph Civic Museum By: Guelph Museums Tea is a serious affair at Guelph Museums! This Mother’s Day, treat mom to an afternoon of tea and treats at the Civic Museum. Relax and enjoy fresh scones, jam, shortbread cookies, fresh fruit and bottomless pots of McCrae Private Blend and Guelph Town Garden Blend teas. Two seatings at 1 p.m and 3 p.m. / Guelph Civic Museum / Tickets $21.53 via Eventbrite
Freedom Fete By: Guelph Black Heritage Society The Anti-Racism Summit Freedom Fete is a celebration that highlights music, dance, and innovation as an ingrained part of the Black legacy. Guelph’s own DJ Jinx will be sharing the sounds of soca, afrobeats, dancehall, and reggae - music that traditionally centers Black freedom and liberation. Join the Guelph Black Heritage Society for a night of celebration, fellowship, and release. 10 p.m. / Heritage Hall, 83 Essex St. Guelph / Tickets $22.23 via Eventbrite
In-Person Plein Air Painting By: The Arboretum Plein air painting involves packing up your art supplies and creating in the great outdoors! Spend the afternoon plein air painting with watercolour artist Candice Leyland. Candice will show you her approach to painting landscapes outdoors and inspire you to create your own unique paintings of the Arboretum grounds. Be sure to bring your favourite supplies! 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. / The Arboretum / Tickets $60 via the Arboretum workshops webpage
MAY 1 All About Mom Market By: Luna Events It's time to celebrate Mom and all the special women in your life! This market is in honour of all the strong, loving and amazing moms, grandmothers, aunts and mother figures. Shop local and visit with 40 amazing vendors. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. / Victoria Park East Golf / Free
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MAY 6 Wonderful Spring Wildflower Workshop By: The Arboretum This session will introduce you to the beautiful world of wildflowers. It will cover identification features of spring ephemerals and will provide a closer look at species that are common to the Guelph area. 12 p.m to 1 p.m. / Online via Zoom / Tickets $10 via the Arboretum workshops webpage
Terrific Turtles of Ontario By: The Arboretum Ontario is home to eight species of turtles and all of them are listed as Species at Risk. Learn lots of interesting facts about our beautiful native turtle species and meet many of them live on-screen. Find out how you can help these animals and hopefully ensure they remain here as beneficial residents in our province. 12 p.m to 1 p.m. / Online via Zoom / Tickets $10 via the Arboretum workshops webpage
Sensational Snakes of Ontario By: The Arboretum Reptiles are the most ‘at risk’ group of animals in Ontario. Join instructor Jenny Pearce to learn more about these beautiful, beneficial, and inoffensive creatures that need our help in this engaging program with live snakes onscreen. 12 p.m to 1 p.m. / Online via Zoom / Tickets $10 via the Arboretum workshops webpage
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MAY 6-8 2022 Annual Giant Book Sale By: Elora Festival The Book Sale is a fundraiser for the Elora Festival. Bring a bag and choose from 60,000 gently-read adult and children’s fiction and non-fiction books, games, DVDs, CDs and records. May 6 from 5 p.m. to 9 pm; May 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and May 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. / Elora Curling Club on David Street West / $5 admission on May 6; May 7 and 8 are free admission. Cash or cheque with photo ID and current address preferred. No credit or debit cards.
Nature Guelph’s Tales ‘n Trails Family Outing: Noticing Nests By: Nature Guelph Join Nature Guelph's Outdoor Programs Coordinator, Jennifer Blender, for a trail-side story followed by a group walk along the Speed River. You will enjoy views of the river and search for birds' nests in the treetops up above. The walk will end back at the parking lot, which happens to be near Riverside Park's fantastic playground for those who would like to stay and play a while longer. 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Riverside Park, Guelph / Free to pre-register at signup.com
MAY 13-15 #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit By: Guelph Black Heritage Society This multi-day summit will bring together speakers to address racial inequality with the goal of engaging and educating the community, as well as empowering Guelphites to take action to dismantle racism. The conference is for everyone and inclusive to all. Attendees have the choice of joining virtually or in-person at Heritage Hall. Multiple dates and times / Virtually or in-person at Heritage Hall, 83 Essex St. Guelph / Tickets $38.15–$107.10 via Eventbrite
Can Lightning Strike Twice? By: Guelph Little Theatre Join the cast of the Guelph Little Theatre for Roxanne Thornton’s Can Lightning Strike Twice.This comedy with a twist is a story about a journey down the path of hopeful retribution with a collection of characters that you won't soon forget. 8 p.m to 11 p.m. / Guelph Little Theatre, 176 Morris St. Guelph / $25 for a standard ticket and $20 for seniors and students via guelphlittletheatre.com
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