Heart of Georgian Bay

The Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) cordially invites you to join us for the “He Carries Fire” Exhibition by Tsista Kennedy at the Midland Cultural Centre Gallery of Indigenous Art. This exhibition will be featured in the Gallery from Jan 16th, 2025 to March 1st, 2025.

Born in the fall of 2001, Tehatsistahawi (Tsista) Kennedy is a Turtle Clan Anishinaabe and Onyota’a:aka artist belonging to Beausoleil First Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. He is a self-taught artist, and often creates his work digitally.

Tsista’s variation of woodland style can be recognized by semi-bold black lines, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors; all of which work together to make the artwork flow elegantly across the canvas.

Tsista Kennedy’s artwork isn’t solely rooted in the traditional aspects of his identity, nor his contemporary perspectives; it’s a merging of the two. With his personal experiences and stories thrown into the mix, combining these two perspectives provides the inspiration behind some of Tsista Kennedy’s artwork today. Being a frequent daydreamer however, many of his best art pieces simply begin as an image or idea popping up in his head.

While snapping turtles brumate deep in the muck of the marsh – get your fingers busy fashioning “Turtle Nest Protectors” to increase hatchling survival rates this spring.

Designs, tools, materials and guidance provided by Wye Marsh Staff. $35 per kit to be assembled on site by one or more people. (Families welcome.) Space is limited.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, January 25th, 2025 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm

How much: $35 HST per kit Family Activity 

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Immerse yourself in a musical journey spanning the iconic discography of Fleetwood Mac, from the timeless Rumours to the mesmerizing solo works of Stevie Nicks as well as the unforgettable hits of Tom Petty.

Fleetwood Max, unlike typical tribute bands, offers an unparalleled authenticity that transports you back to the rock heydays of the 70s. The band, comprised of seasoned professionals, ensures a performance that goes beyond expectation. The recreated Fleetwood Mac experience is a must-see, a celebration of one of the most influential groups in rock history. Don’t miss the chance to witness the mystique and charm of Stevie Nicks come alive on stage – it’s a musical journey that will leave you mesmerized.

Tickets: Floor $50 tax & fees; Balcony $55 tax & fees

Snowshoe through the marsh on a frosty night, under sparkling stars and moonlight. Warm up by a cozy fire. Sip some cedar tea. Take home memories that will last a lifetime, plus a Wye Marsh by Moonlight souvenir.  

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: January 31 and February 1, 7 & 8, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

How much: $75 HST per person

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

The Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) cordially invites you to join us for the “He Carries Fire” Exhibition by Tsista Kennedy at the Midland Cultural Centre Gallery of Indigenous Art. This exhibition will be featured in the Gallery from Jan 16th, 2025 to March 1st, 2025.

Born in the fall of 2001, Tehatsistahawi (Tsista) Kennedy is a Turtle Clan Anishinaabe and Onyota’a:aka artist belonging to Beausoleil First Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. He is a self-taught artist, and often creates his work digitally.

Tsista’s variation of woodland style can be recognized by semi-bold black lines, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors; all of which work together to make the artwork flow elegantly across the canvas.

Tsista Kennedy’s artwork isn’t solely rooted in the traditional aspects of his identity, nor his contemporary perspectives; it’s a merging of the two. With his personal experiences and stories thrown into the mix, combining these two perspectives provides the inspiration behind some of Tsista Kennedy’s artwork today. Being a frequent daydreamer however, many of his best art pieces simply begin as an image or idea popping up in his head.

Survival Techniques of Wildlife & Plants at Wye Marsh

What are the unique adaptations of our turtles, frogs, fish, insects and crustaceans to survive weeks of oxygen deprivation? How do wetland plants manage to wait it out until the spring melt? Does the wetland just ‘shut down’?

Join us for a guided hike and presentation at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9:30 – 11:30 am

How much: $35 HST per person 

Ages: 16

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Snowshoe through the marsh on a frosty night, under sparkling stars and moonlight. Warm up by a cozy fire. Sip some cedar tea. Take home memories that will last a lifetime, plus a Wye Marsh by Moonlight souvenir.  

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: January 31 and February 1, 7 & 8, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

How much: $75 HST per person

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Don’t miss one of Canada’s premiere blues guitarists and his top notch band as they perform selections from de Keyzer’s award winning (2X Juno, 7X Maple Blues) 13 album catalogue along with classic blues and rock favourites

“If Jack de Keyzer was from Chicago, New York or LA, he’d be famous” Bob Dylan

“The finest blues guitarist in Canada” Jeff Healey

“One of the premiere guitarists in Canada” Hamilton Spectator

Tickets: Floor $39 tax & fees; Balcony $44 tax & fees

A slow sensory walk in nature brings so many joyful moments, while also enhancing our physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

Pause. Breathe. Unwind. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Wye Marsh for a transformative walk along frosty winter trails.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: February 5th, 2025 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm

How much: $30

Who: 16

While we love our furry friends, we are not able to accommodate pets at this special event (service dogs are welcomed of course). Thank you for your understanding.

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Since their formation at Glastonbury Festival 2002, the ever-evolving collective Moulettes have forged an uncommon course, led by Cellist & Songwriter, Hannah Moule.

From the avant-folk of their early albums, to the cinematic chamber pop of 2014 album ‘Constellations’ & the big riffs of sonic chameleon ‘Preternatural’, this is a band who put creativity at the heart of everything they do.

Moulettes have had support from many different quarters, garnering praise & appreciation in the parallel worlds of Folk, Prog and Indie. As champions of detailed, original music & sharp songwriting, they have earned their accolades. As they reinvent and reimagine themselves at every stage with a revolving cast of exceptional musicians, Moulettes music is always distinctively recognizable.

Causing a sensation on their coast to coast Festival tour of Canada, they were an instant hit on the Quebec Progressive scene, most memorably playing an electrifying outdoor show at the Montreal Jazz Festival, and were named “the best thing at Winnipeg Folk Festival” by CBC’s Tom Power.

Following up on their October 2024 tour across Nova Scotia, Quebec & Ontario, Moulettes return to launch their newest creation; ‘Xenolalia’, A multimedia artbook & a groundbreaking experiment in collaboration & composition. It takes the reader on a journey through the Moultiverse, linking to 55 pieces of music via QR code, alongside lyrics, interviews & stories that illuminate the songs contained within.

Moulettes offer something entirely unique & musically kaleidoscopic – Cello, Viola, Violin, Percussion, Synthesizers & 5 part harmony vocals in playfully eclectic symbiosis. Often performing ‘in the round’ where possible, audiences tangibly feel their instinctive communication with each other & the sheer joy of playing as an ensemble.

Tickets: $30 tax & fees

Snowshoe through the marsh on a frosty night, under sparkling stars and moonlight. Warm up by a cozy fire. Sip some cedar tea. Take home memories that will last a lifetime, plus a Wye Marsh by Moonlight souvenir.  

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: January 31 and February 1, 7 & 8, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

How much: $75 HST per person

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

You can hibernate, or reinvigorate yourself this winter. Join us for a transformative workshop, rooted in Anishinaabe wisdom, facilitated by Indigenous Life & Wellness Coach, Heather McIntyre.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, February 8th, 2025, from 9:30am – 12:00 Noon

How much: Free

Ages: 16

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Snowshoe through the marsh on a frosty night, under sparkling stars and moonlight. Warm up by a cozy fire. Sip some cedar tea. Take home memories that will last a lifetime, plus a Wye Marsh by Moonlight souvenir.  

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: January 31 and February 1, 7 & 8, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

How much: $75 HST per person

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

WMW was formed in 2005 and very quickly became the most in demand and unrivalled tribute to AC/DC in Canada. The band has been extensively touring Canada from Newfoundland to Vancouver Island and absolutely everywhere in between. WMW takes pride in having the largest stage production with all the exacting gear to reproduce the sights and sounds of an AC/DC concert. In their time WMW has risen out of the clubs to play major casinos, theatres, festivals, arenas, and corporate events.

The band consists of lead guitarist Scooter Von, lead singer Dan Hunter, rhythm guitarist Rick Mead, bassist Mark Costa, and drummer Jamie Constant. This is a must see show!

Don’t miss your chance to see WHO MADE WHO and rock out to the music of one of the greatest bands of all time!!

Tickets: Floor $50; Balcony $55

Come visit the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives on Saturday, February 15th for our Winterama Craft Show. Over 20 vendors will be inside the Museum selling their creations.

Outside on the property, volunteers from the Friends of the Museum will be selling their famous Pea Soup & Chili (11:00am to 2:00pm) in the Replica Fire Hall. Crokicurl will be on the grounds.

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About the Mid-Winter Social
Embrace
the magic of winter at Discovery Harbour’s Mid-Winter Social, where
family fun, crafts, games, and exciting activities come together for a truly
festive experience. From cozy treats to outdoor adventures, there’s something
for everyone to enjoy—come make the most of this snowy season with us! Join us February 15-17, 2025,
from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.

Activities for Everyone!

• Take in the sights and sounds of winter
  as you enjoy a scenic tractor-pulled wagon ride around Discovery
  Harbour.
• Experience the peaceful beauty of winter
  as you strap on snowshoes and trek along our specially designed
  snowshoeing trail.*
• Feel the thrill as you zoom down our kid-friendly
  snow tubing hill*
• Discover a unique selection of
  handcrafted treasures, tasty treats, and beautiful creations at our indoor
  vendor market.
• Get creative at a wide range of craft stations designed with crafts
  and activities to keep little hands busy and big imaginations soaring
• Let your imagination run wild at our kids’
  face painting station!
• Step back in time as you enter Keating
  House and see
  how food was prepared in the 19th century. Warm up with a sample of
  freshly boiled maple syrup
• Watch sparks fly as our skilled
  blacksmiths demonstrate the artistry and craftsmanship of working with
  metal at the outdoor forge.
• Step into history by trying on authentic
  reproduction uniforms of 19th-century British soldiers.
• Roast bannock over a roaring
  open fire
• Experience the sights and sounds of the
  past as our historical interpreters demonstrate the firing of a musket
  using black powder.
• Join our knowledgeable guides for an
  engaging tour of the historic Officers’ Quarters.
• Marvel at the preserved remains of the H.M.S.
  Tecumseth shipwreck, a fascinating relic of Canada’s naval
  history.
• Keep an eye out for beloved costumed
  characters who will be roaming the site and ready for photos, hugs,
  and high-fives. Characters to be announced!
• Put your teamwork and problem-solving
  skills to the test in our exciting Escape Room adventure. Can you
  solve the puzzles, crack the codes, and escape the Brig in time? Advanced
  reservations are required.
  *Some activities are weather-dependent.
• 
  

Good to Know:

• Service animals only are permitted at this special event. Please leave pets at home
• The event will run rain, shine, or snow (dress for the
  weather!)
• Most activities take place outdoors—please come prepared

·        
Captain Roberts’ Table will be open during the
event!

Admission Details (all rates
include tax):

• General Admission: $12.00 per person
• Kids 5 and under: Free
• Tickets available online or at the door
• Escape Room: $24.00 per
  person (does not include event admission)
• Advance reservations are required for the Escape Room

About the Mid-Winter Social
Embrace
the magic of winter at Discovery Harbour’s Mid-Winter Social, where
family fun, crafts, games, and exciting activities come together for a truly
festive experience. From cozy treats to outdoor adventures, there’s something
for everyone to enjoy—come make the most of this snowy season with us! Join us February 15-17, 2025,
from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.

Activities for Everyone!

• Take in the sights and sounds of winter
  as you enjoy a scenic tractor-pulled wagon ride around Discovery
  Harbour.
• Experience the peaceful beauty of winter
  as you strap on snowshoes and trek along our specially designed
  snowshoeing trail.*
• Feel the thrill as you zoom down our kid-friendly
  snow tubing hill*
• Discover a unique selection of
  handcrafted treasures, tasty treats, and beautiful creations at our indoor
  vendor market.
• Get creative at a wide range of craft stations designed with crafts
  and activities to keep little hands busy and big imaginations soaring
• Let your imagination run wild at our kids’
  face painting station!
• Step back in time as you enter Keating
  House and see
  how food was prepared in the 19th century. Warm up with a sample of
  freshly boiled maple syrup
• Watch sparks fly as our skilled
  blacksmiths demonstrate the artistry and craftsmanship of working with
  metal at the outdoor forge.
• Step into history by trying on authentic
  reproduction uniforms of 19th-century British soldiers.
• Roast bannock over a roaring
  open fire
• Experience the sights and sounds of the
  past as our historical interpreters demonstrate the firing of a musket
  using black powder.
• Join our knowledgeable guides for an
  engaging tour of the historic Officers’ Quarters.
• Marvel at the preserved remains of the H.M.S.
  Tecumseth shipwreck, a fascinating relic of Canada’s naval
  history.
• Keep an eye out for beloved costumed
  characters who will be roaming the site and ready for photos, hugs,
  and high-fives. Characters to be announced!
• Put your teamwork and problem-solving
  skills to the test in our exciting Escape Room adventure. Can you
  solve the puzzles, crack the codes, and escape the Brig in time? Advanced
  reservations are required.

  *Some activities are weather-dependent.

• 
  

Good to Know:

• Service animals only are permitted at this special event. Please leave pets at home
• The event will run rain, shine, or snow (dress for the
  weather!)
• Most activities take place outdoors—please come prepared

·        
Captain Roberts’ Table will be open during the
event!

Admission Details (all rates
include tax):

• General Admission: $12.00 per person
• Kids 5 and under: Free
• Tickets available online or at the door
• Escape Room: $24.00 per
  person (does not include event admission)
• Advance reservations are required for the Escape Room

Join us at Wye Marsh for a morning filled with Anishinaabe cultural songs, and knowledge sharing, hosted by Troy and Calley Monague. Learn the significance of the shaker, how it plays an integral part of all ceremonies, and how it represents the first sounds of creation! 

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, from 10:00am – 1:00pm

How much: Free

Ages: Suitable for All Ages

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

The Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) cordially invites you to join us for the “He Carries Fire” Exhibition by Tsista Kennedy at the Midland Cultural Centre Gallery of Indigenous Art. This exhibition will be featured in the Gallery from Jan 16th, 2025 to March 1st, 2025.

Born in the fall of 2001, Tehatsistahawi (Tsista) Kennedy is a Turtle Clan Anishinaabe and Onyota’a:aka artist belonging to Beausoleil First Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. He is a self-taught artist, and often creates his work digitally.

Tsista’s variation of woodland style can be recognized by semi-bold black lines, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors; all of which work together to make the artwork flow elegantly across the canvas.

Tsista Kennedy’s artwork isn’t solely rooted in the traditional aspects of his identity, nor his contemporary perspectives; it’s a merging of the two. With his personal experiences and stories thrown into the mix, combining these two perspectives provides the inspiration behind some of Tsista Kennedy’s artwork today. Being a frequent daydreamer however, many of his best art pieces simply begin as an image or idea popping up in his head.

By popular demand, this all-star Canadian cast of award-winning blues and roots musicians, under the direction of Juno award winning producer and musical director, Lance Anderson, will be returning to the Midland Cultural Centre.

They are celebrating the 49th Anniversary of THE BAND’s last concert in 1976 and The BAND’s amazing contribution to our shared Canadian musical heritage. This is an all-star line-up, featuring Jerome Levon Avis (Levon Helm’s godson), on drums and vocals with special guests and a nine-piece band led by Maple Blues 2014 ‘Keyboardist of the Year’ Lance Anderson. The performance will recreate the atmosphere of The Band’s final concert, which was captured in Martin Scorcese’s award-winning concert film, The Last Waltz.

On the American Thanksgiving of 1976 at San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom, The BAND performed what they called their “Last Waltz,” and invited many of their friends to join in the celebration. These friends included Bob Dylan, Ronnie Hawkins, Van Morrison, and Canadians Neil Young and Joni Mitchell and others who performed with The Band on this special night.

In this homage to The Last Waltz, Anderson’s special guests will perform the songs played and sung by these guest artists at the memorable 1976 concert.

Backed by a 9-piece band that includes Jerome Levon Avis, Terry Blersh on guitar, Dennis Pinhorn (The Hawks) on bass, Rob Gusevs (Blood, Sweat and Tears) on organ and Anderson (Joint Chiefs of Soul) on piano and vocals, this is a group of seasoned veterans who love the music. Anderson’s band also features a stellar four-piece horn section including David Dunlop (Boss Brass) on trumpet, Gord Meyers (Blood, Sweat and Tears) on trombone and tuba, Chris Murphy (The Maple Blues Band) on tenor sax and Simon Wallis (Lighthouse) on baritone sax. An all-star band!

Tickets: Floor $60; Balcony $65

Molly’s Comedy Cabaret is thrilled to be performing at the Midland Cultural Centre. Headliner Molly Wilson is an accomplished entertainer who has worked in Canada, England, and the United States.The 90-minute Cabaret is a musical variety show featuring Wilson’s powerhouse vocals. With a splash of comedy, a shot of camp, and a large pour of your favourite songs from Broadway, pop, androck, the show mixes up a cocktail of deliciously funny entertainment. Audiences can expect everything from pleas for a date during “Somebody to Love” to the sinking of the Titanic during “My Heart Will Go On.” Molly even welcomes celebrity guest stars, like the unforgettable “Bearbra Streisand” to share the stage with her. 

Critics say that Wilson’s “delightful personality, endearing stories and comedic timing” are enchanting, and she has a vocal range “as wide as Canada itself.” 

“This show is great for everyone,” says Wilson, who writes and directs the cabaret. “It is engaging, interactive and guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. It’s a bit zany and I make sure every show has a lot of heart.” 

Performing with Wilson are “Hot Fingers Wilson” and “Bob the Stage Manager,” also known as Molly’s mom and dad, Debbie and Robert Wilson. “My parents have many years honing their skills in theatre and improv, and it’s been wonderful working together. I like to think it makes the show even more special for our audiences.” 

Wilson grew up in Chilliwack, BC, and studied musical theatre at Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton. In addition to her cabaret performances, she is also an award-winning actor and has appeared in numerous plays, musical theatre shows and even been killed in a couple of indie films!

Tickets: $38 tax & fees

It’s official! The “Pretty Bad Boys” of Canadian rock, GODDO, are returning to “lighve” action for their 50th Anniversary!

Led by its legendary founder, singer/bassist Greg Godovitz, the all-new GODDO consists of keyboardist Drew Winters, guitarists Steve Jensen and Steve MacPherson, and original GODDO drummer Marty Morin.

This re-energized rendition of GODDO delivers new life and spirit to their classic hits like “So Walk On”, “Sweet Thing”, “Tough Times”, “Too Much Carousing”, “O Carole (Kiss My Whip)”, “Cock On”, “Under My Hat”, “Pretty Bad Boy” and much more!

Tickets: Floor $65; Balcony $70

March 10-14, 2025 9am – 4pm    

Ages 6-12

Inject some adventure into the lives of your young Wildlings this March Break. Our 2025 Day Camp themes include:

Wild Detectives  ~ Where Birding Begins  ~  Wet n’ Scaly

~    Wilderness Survival    ~    Animal Tracking    ~

$245 Annual Members

$295 Joint Members

$325 Non-Members 

Register this January 14th at 9am: 

www.wyemarsh.com/march-break-day-camp

Looking for family-friendly activities during March Break? Travel back in time at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons! With take-home crafts, historical demonstrations, storytelling and more, we guarantee your journey to the 17th century will be both educational and fun. No time machine, or reservations, required. 

Engage in a variety of activities during your visit:   

Outdoor Activities:   

• Explore the historic site and find unique historical objects with our outdoor scavenger hunt 

• Try on historical costumes in the Shoemaker/Tailor’s workshop 

• Play Indigenous games in En Pilier and take some home 

• Explore buildings like the blacksmith shop, chapel, and church  

Indoor Activities:   

• Discover centuries-old artefacts in our indoor scavenger hunt 

• Make your own clay pots and okies to take home 

• Create and decorate your own corn husk doll 

• Watch birchbark basket and canoe-building demonstrations 

• Plant the three sisters for your home garden: corn, beans and squash 

Attend timed historical presentations to delve into the rich history of the site:   

• Sample historic teas and listen to Indigenous stories in the longhouse 

• Learn the French and Wendat methods for starting fires in the 17th century 

• Taste delicious cornbread and cook bannock over a fire 

Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Celebrate a uniquely Canadian tradition

in a distinctively Canadian landscape.

Sweetwater is not your average maple syrup festival – it’s been so much more since 1991!

The Sweetwater Harvest Festival is the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre’s biggest special event of the year – and ONE ticket gets you access to TWO fantastic sites in 2025!

Join the Friends of Wye Marsh and Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons for an awesome maple syrup experience this spring. Tickets on sale February 14, 2025!

At Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, you’ll find an artisan market and lots of historical activities and activations. Restaurant Sainte-Marie will be serving a delicious pancake breakfast, with real maple syrup, of course!

At Wye Marsh, you can wander through the sugar bush to see how sap from maple trees is turned into that delicious liquid gold. Roast bannock on an open fire, listen to an Indigenous storyteller, learn to “jig”, explore the trails, and more.

Last admission is at 2:30pm

Shut down the “Raccoon Buffet!” Help increase turtle hatchling survival rates at Wye Marsh. Join us for this FREE two-hour workshop and you can assemble and decorate a turtle nest protector for us to use at Wye Marsh. Our turtles will thank you! All materials provided. Families welcome. Space is limited.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, March 29th, 2025 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm

How much: Free

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Strange Magic is the authentic re-creation of legendary ’70s rock band ELO (Electric Light Orchestra), a multi-media show featuring not only music, but background imagery and film.

An eight-piece group of multi-instrumentalists perform all the sounds used in a real ELO show, with vintage keyboards, live cellos, and intricate vocal arrangements. Strange Magic unleashes a span of ELO hits, including Living Thing, Evil Woman, Strange Magic, Don’t Bring Me Down, Ma Ma Belle, Shine A Little Love and all the rest!

Get ready to time-travel back to the classic rock era of the ’70s. It doesn’t get any closer than this!

Tickets: Floor $60; Balcony $65

This immersive experience will guide participants through spiritual, cultural, and ecological significance of water in Indigenous cultures. Participants will learn about the practices that honor water as a life-giving force and a sacred element. The workshop will feature storytelling, guided walk, and a ceremonial water blessing, fostering a deeper connection to the natural world and our shared responsibility to protect it. Whether you are seeking spiritual renewal, ecological awareness, or cultural enrichment, this workshop offers a space to reflect on water’s vital role in sustaining life and community.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Saturday, March 30th, 2025, from 10am – 12:00 Noon

How much: Free

Ages: Suitable for All Ages

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Discover the world of “Bending Light” in this unique opportunity to create your own Dragonfly suncatcher. 

Learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder your own piece of art during this introductory 3-hour workshop with local artist, Susan Dalrymple. All materials and tools provided.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Sunday, April 13th, 2025, from 1:00 – 4:00pm

How much: $55 HST per person

Ages: 16

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About Wye Marsh:

Friends of Wye Marsh is a not-for-profit charitable organization taking care of 3,000 acres of provincially significant wetlands and federal forests in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This National Wildlife Area and recognized Important Bird Area (IBA) provides habitat for a number of significant species including provincially Threatened Least Bitterns, Species of Special Concern Black Terns, and the famous Trumpeter Swans

Wye Marsh is the perfect place to Escape – Explore – Experience the area’s natural history as the site includes 25 km of all-season trails, a Birds of Prey field, and Visitors Centre!

For more information on the Wye Marsh, and its environmental education programs and stewardship initiatives, please call 705-526-7809 or visit: www.wyemarsh.com

Refunds:

o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund

o With MORE than 3 business days notice – Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee

Join this beginner-friendly workshop and learn how to use words, pictures, numbers, and simple observations to connect with the natural world. Nature journaling is a creative and playful way to sharpen your focus, nurture curiosity, and deepen your experiences outdoors. No artistic skills are needed—just bring your curiosity! 

This introduction will cover essential tools, techniques, and prompts to help you get started on your nature journaling journey. All materials provided.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Sunday, May 25th, 2025, from 1:30 – 3:30pm

How much: $30 HST per person

Ages: 16

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