Skyline Dance Studio set to open doors in October By Vivian CollingsThe bonds created by a shared love of dance will remain strong in the Highlands thanks to the opening of Skyline Dance Studio.The not-for-profit…
Haliburton School of Art + Design’s Faculty Art…
By Jerelyn Craden Great news for art lovers! After Fleming College Haliburton School of Art + Design’s (HSAD) annual signature Faculty Art Auction fundraiser was put on hold for two years due to the pandemic,…
Haliburton Art and Craft Festival draws 4,500
I use a feature on my mobile phone to make notes. The thing is I rarely refer back to them, even when I email them to myself as reminders. But, when I did look over…
Wilberforce’s biggest little agricultural fair is back
By Jerelyn CradenLike the Energizer Bunny, nothing can stop the Wilberforce Agricultural Fair – it just keeps going and going. Even last year, when the pandemic kept its physical gates closed, its six committed board…
Summer tradition returns this Friday night
Midnight Madness returns from the pandemic breakBy Darren Lum There is a certain type of madness coming to Haliburton that’s sure to be welcomed after a two-year hiatus because of the pandemic-related health measures.Characterized as…
Summer studio tour ready for art lovers
By Darren LumHitting the road this weekend for a tour of the Highlands is promising art lovers an opportunity to see the plethora of artistic excellence on the 16th annual Tour De Forest.Held from July…
Everything brilliant about HSF’s Every Brilliant Thing
By Jerelyn CradenEvery Brilliant Thing (EBT), presented by the Highlands Summer Festival, Aug. 1 to 5, has every brilliant element that has earned it international praise as a play that is uplifting, timely, entertaining, informative,…
Long-awaited Haliburton art and craft festival returns to…
By Grace Oborne Finding the full breathe of art that is inspired by the Highlands is coming to Head Lake Park this week.On Friday, July 22 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday July 23…
Opera is alive and well and is coming…
By Jerelyn Craden As rare as a warm day in February, the Highlands Opera Studio (HOS) brings the world of opera to Haliburton County, lifting our spirits and treating our eyes, ears, and hearts to…
Catch the Gooderham spirit
by Chris DrostGet ready to grab your lawn chair, umbrella (for sun or rain) and your dancing shoes, because the Gooderham Music Festival is taking place on Saturday, July 30 from 10 a.m. to 9…
National radio awards recognize CanoeFM programs
By Vivian Collings Two CanoeFM radio programs are getting the recognition they deserve for their ability to showcase local talent and cultivate connection by the National Campus Radio Association (NCRA) Community Radio Awards in Broadcast…
Standing together in love and with Pride
To the Editor, All around the world, Pride month draws to a close this long weekend celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Minden Pride kicks off our own local festival this year Aug. 22 to 28, with…
Kennisis Lake’s Art on the Dock returns
By Grace OborneThere isn’t a better place to browse and purchase amazing works of art and talent than on different docks of a beautiful lake.The Kennisis Lake Cottage Owners’ Association (KLCOA) will be hosting its…
HSAD ‘walk-about’ provides public inspiration
by Jerelyn CradenIf you’re itching to express yourself creatively but don’t know where to start, then Thursdays at the Haliburton School of Art + Design (HSAD) are for you. Every Thursday ‘til the week of…
Return of the Lost Haliburton Boat Tours offers…
By Jerelyn Craden Imagine, the glory days of Haliburton’s most beloved lodges and resorts brought to life during a two-hour guided boat tour aboard the beautiful Lady of the Lake 24-foot fantail launch every Wednesday…
Author invites readers to experience Cedar Grove Resort
By Grace OborneFor many authors, inspiration to write a novel, let alone many novels in a series, doesn’t always come easy. However, local resident, Deloris Packard, has taken her years of experience in the resort…
HHSS students broaden understanding of Indigenous culture
Indigenous awareness week held at the high school By Grace OborneIt all started with one little bead for students at Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. Eventually they were making felt pins for Water First donations.Earlier this…
The Highlands are alive with The Sound of…
By Grace Oborne Music, dance, and theatre performance are about to become a few of the county’s favourite things.The Highlands Summer Festival returns to the stage in July and August, starting with the opening of…
Ballerina takes dreams to New York
Aspiring ballet dancer earns opportunity towards taking centre stageBy Darren Lum Life is about the opportunities we have from the risks we take to fulfilling our dreams.After leaving the Highlands to pursue her passion for…
New community initiative hopes to bring families together…
By Darren LumThe opportunity for people to play arcade games and watch movies is coming to the West Guilford Recreation Centre thanks to Families in Motion.Led by West Guilford cousins, Sue Bridge, Lynne Stamp and…
Rotary Carnival makes postpandemic return
By Darren LumA 77 year Haliburton tradition continues after a pandemic hiatus.This year’s Rotary Carnival, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 3, will not have fireworks and the dynamic midway, but will still retain its…