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Steampunk Festival 2019 “The year not to be missed!” Every year, the lead organizer of the Coldwater Steampunk Festival, Suzanne Burtenshaw is very enthusiastic about the theme of the event. This year she is over the moon! “We try to have an exciting and unique theme every year. It seems that the theme picks us! Preparing for the 2019 event, we looked back at 2018 and the wild success of the movie The Black Panther. That film made Afro-Futurism go viral. And recently, I watched the most fabulous, touching and creative documentary about giraffes, written by local celebrity Anne Innis Dagg. A theme was growing,” she said. And then Suzanne and her team discussed how little we know about, or how little we celebrate the important and vibrant Black history of Oro Medonte. The theme was born. Diversity. Based on the theme, the lineup of activities, vendors and performances grew to an offering of what Steampunk organizers say are fabulous music and displays that will excite the Steampunk faithful and those who might be attending for the first time. The festival begins on Friday, August 9th with three feature events. Creative workshops run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Coldwater Creative Arts Plaza, a chance to learn from experts and create a Steampunk treasure of your own. Also, what’s become a tradition, from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. is Transfigured, a Harry Potter event with displays, activities
and entertainment. There is also a Hot Rods & Classics car show from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. just off the main street. The main event is on Saturday, August 10th and some activities begin as early as 9 a.m. Events will take place all day at four locations: the Coldwater Canadiana Museum; the main street; Mill Street; and behind the mill. The museum will feature an author, dance theatre, free comic sketches for kids, and an exotic animal display. The main street of the village will be closed to vehicles. In addition to walking along the pedestrian-only street and visiting the dozens of local shops, activities include an artists’ village and market, strolling performers, and dance and circus acts. An African dance ensemble and African drummers headline the live performances on Saturday. Attendees are invited to make their way along Mill Street to explore AfroFuturism, listen to live music, and shop for merchandise from farmers and artisans. Lastly, and among other features behind the mill, there will be a Wye Marsh display with special guests, the music barn, and a Steampunk art competition. As usual, those attending are encouraged to dress in full Steampunk gear. To recognize this year’s theme of diversity, look towards your own cultural history to help with ideas. Irish or Scottish Steampunk. Eastern
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European or South American. Whatever your ancestry might be. “Adding a touch of your own family’s country of origin may help the naturally creative develop something even more spectacular than usual. However, if this becomes a challenge, dress as a Steampunkbased African animal, or come in your most fabulous and basic Steampunk,” she said. “Either way,” she added, “This is the year not to be missed.” The schedule for Steampunk 2019 is expansive. It can be downloaded by visiting www.steampunkfestivalcoldwater.com.
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