THUNDER BAY, ON – Writers may have less time to perfect their work this year, but a tighter deadline is not the only motivation to get writing for Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop’s writing contest. The 21stAnnual NOWW Writing Contest officially opens Jan. 1 and this year once [Read more]
‘Rabbit and Bear Paws’ Visit Our Lady of Lourdes School MANITOUWADGE, ON – Nationally known graphic novelist and puppeteer, Chad Solomon, visited Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School performing for all students from Kindergarten through Grade 8. His presentation was on treaties. [Read more]
Reel Canada, a non-profit cinema-supporting organization, has declared April 29th National Canadian Film Day. It’s the 2nd year National Canadian Film Day is celebrated and ‘The Grand Seduction‘, a film set in Newfoundland, topped the roster as the fan-favourite requested for [Read more]
Ontario government recognizes outstanding artists and arts organizations Ontario celebrated the winners of the 2014 Premier’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts at a gala event at Roy Thomson Hall this evening. The annual awards program honours Ontario’s outstanding artists and arts [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – It is difficult to get a known Canadian author to visit our little school in northern Ontario, but that didn’t stop us. One teacher stated, “just try it” – so that was enough to get us going. This comment brought to mind Les Brown’s famous quote, “Shoot [Read more]
– Yesterday evening, Tuesday, May 3rd, students of Our Lady of Lourdes school in Manitouwage brought family and friends to enjoy an open house featuring students work and special projects from the school year to date. In addition to in-class displays and attractions a Book Fair was being [Read more]
September 8, 2010 SOUNDCHECK, LIGHTS, MICS, ACTION! Nite on the Town Entertainment Series of the Arts (NOTES) announces 2010-11 lineup! Our Committee is overjoyed to announce our 3rd successful year in bringing performing arts to our Community and to the North Shore! It’s exciting times as we [Read more]
Watercolour Demonstration with Douglas Hunt April 13th, Schreiber art enthusiasts and painters visited the Schreiber Public Library for an educational evening with artist Douglas Hunt. Hunt demonstrated tricks and shared tips for painting with watercolours; participants benefited from the [Read more]
