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Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe
Enjoy a presentation of three short plays inspired by some of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous pieces - The Raven, The Pit and the Pendulum and The Tell-Tale Heart! Presented as part of Hali Halloween - a fun and spooky celebration of all things Halloween in Haliburton!
Find out more »Hali Halloween Parade
Show off those costumes! Meet at the Dysart Municipal Office and we will parade down to Head Lake Park! Suitable for all ages! Presented as part of Hali Halloween - a fun and spooky celebration of all things Halloween in Haliburton! For more info, check out halihalloween.com!
Find out more »Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe
Enjoy a presentation of three short plays inspired by some of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous pieces - The Raven, The Pit and the Pendulum and The Tell-Tale Heart! Presented as part of Hali Halloween - a fun and spooky celebration of all things Halloween in Haliburton!
Find out more »Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead is an ancient Mexican tradition that honours our ancestors and departed loved ones, by creating altars with their photographs, adorned with flowers, candles, and their favorite treats. It is a time of year when the veil to the spirit world is considered -by many cultures- thin. And this act of honouring family with altars in the home, and visiting the cemetery is to show our loved ones that they are not forgotten. While, it sounds like…
Find out more »Book Launch for Marie Gage’s Book, “Luke’s Christmas Smile”
Come join us for refreshments as we celebrate the launch of local author Marie Gage's second book, "Luke's Christmas Smile". There will be a talk by the author along with the first public reading of the book. The book has been described by Laura Mount as "a new Christmas classic". There will be books to purchase and upon request signed to that special child in your life. This is a family event so please feel free to bring the kids…
Find out more »One Hundred Years – A Special Remembrance Day Heritage Happenings
Families are invited to join us for a special drop-in program to explore the role played by Haliburton residents during WWI and the way the war affected those on the home front. Families can work together to create a special craft to pay tribute to the memory and contributions of those involved in the "War to End All Wars" and to mark this year's centenary of the end of World War I.
Find out more »Playwrights’ Showcase
Join us for a special staged reading of pieces written by local playwrights, as part of our second playwrights' course presented in partnership with Rural Rogues Productions. Rural Rogues is committed to developing local talent and telling stories which are rooted in our our local history, landscape and culture - don't miss out on your chance to support these budding playwrights! Admission to the reading is by donation.
Find out more »Ugly Sweater Run and Nostalgic Christmas
Presented in partnership with Dysart Recreation. Jingle all the way and catch the holiday spirit as you set out on your 1.5 or 5 km run/walk! Prizes to be won! All ages, family and dog friendly. Materials to embellish your sweater will be available prior to the run/walk. Refreshments will be available after the run/walk. Like last year, there will be a fun add-on option for those looking to gain some extra holiday cheer. After the run, kick off…
Find out more »A Christmas Carol
2018 marks the 175 anniversary of the publication of Dickens' holiday classic! Join Highlands Little Theatre, St. George's Anglican Church and the museum, as we present a special reading of A Christmas Carol, accompanied by holiday music by the St. George's Choir. Tickets are just $10 with a portion of the proceeds going to Fuel for Warmth.
Find out more »A Christmas Carol
2018 marks the 175 anniversary of the publication of Dickens' holiday classic! Join Highlands Little Theatre, St. George's Anglican Church and the museum, as we present a special reading of A Christmas Carol, accompanied by holiday music by the St. George's Choir. Tickets are just $10 with a portion of the proceeds going to Fuel for Warmth.
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