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South Algonquin Arts & Entertainment

What do you get when you mix wildlife, landscape, rural culture and local talent? A thriving arts and entertainment scene of course. South Algonquin has something off the beaten path that’s bound to keep you engaged, from music, photography, and painting, to Saturday night jams, these are the spots to take it in.

  • “One Fine Day” Zine 2023
    “One Fine Day” Zine 2023
    May 15, 2023
    Online
    Online
    Online
    A zine is a homemade publication devoted to specialized and unconventional subject matter. Our community zine “One Fine Day” is a quirky, eclectic collection of content paying tribute to everything South Algonquin from the early days to the present, written by and for the people of this community.
  • Dark Sky Astronomy
    Dark Sky Astronomy
    Nightly from June to Thanksgiving
    Whitney
    Whitney, 29924 ON-60, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Whitney, 29924 ON-60, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Blast off into the furthest galaxies, see the Perseid Meteor shower and learn more about a topic that has fascinated humans across the ages - space! Check out some of South Algonquin's excellent stargazing locations, equipped with parking, restroom facilities and excellent night skies.
  • Blackfly Festival
    Blackfly Festival
    Back in 2023!!
    Camp Bongopix
    Camp Bongopix
    Camp Bongopix
    The purpose of the Whitney Blackfly Festival is simple: to celebrate quality live music during a special time of year. The spirit of our gathering is to harness positive energy during a time when many are tempted to feel negative about nature because of the dreaded blackfly swarms.
  • 2023 Howl Photography Conference
    2023 Howl Photography Conference
    Fri, Nov 03
    Whitney
    Whitney, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Whitney, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Your HOWL in person ticket includes admission for one adult: all HOWL meals, presentations, field trips, and events as described in the official itinerary.
  • Roderick (Rory) MacKay - Book Reading
    Roderick (Rory) MacKay - Book Reading
    Sun, Mar 19
    Whitney
    Whitney, 29588 ON-60, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Whitney, 29588 ON-60, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Rory will speak about the writing of his books, “Spirits of the Bonnechere” and “Algonquin Park – A Place Like No Other” and will read some sample passages from each. Copies will be for sale or bring your own. Rory will sign books as well.
  • SABA Annual General Meeting
    SABA Annual General Meeting
    Thu, Feb 23
    SABA Annual General Meeting
    SABA Annual General Meeting
    SABA Annual General Meeting
    Join us for a roundtable discussion on how local businesses can profit from SABA's investments in Trail Tourism, Night Sky Tourism, and Forest Bathing Tourism. January 27, 2023 9:00am Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ufe-szko-ypi
  • Trailside BBQ
    Trailside BBQ
    Sat, Jan 28
    Madawaska
    Madawaska, 202 Spectacle Lake Rd, Madawaska, ON K0J 2C0, Canada
    Madawaska, 202 Spectacle Lake Rd, Madawaska, ON K0J 2C0, Canada
    OFSC Top B Trail at Madawaska Community Centre
  • Opeongo Snowbirds Grand Reopening of Madawaska Bridge
    Opeongo Snowbirds Grand Reopening of Madawaska Bridge
    Fri, Jan 27
    Madawaska Bridge
    Madawaska Bridge, Madawaska, ON K0J 2C0, Canada
    Madawaska Bridge, Madawaska, ON K0J 2C0, Canada
    Opeongo Snowbirds Snowmobile Club invites the communities of South Algonquin and Madawaska Valley to join in celebrating the Club’s 40th Anniversary and grand re-opening of the Madawaska Bridge in Madawaska, Ontario.
  • Howl Photo Convention
    Howl Photo Convention
    Fri, Oct 21
    Bongopix Tavern
    Bongopix Tavern, Galeairy Lake Rd, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Bongopix Tavern, Galeairy Lake Rd, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Countless photographers travel through Highway 60 in search of wildlife, purely dark skies, and untamed landscapes. We're a solid community of passionate artists and nature enthusiasts. But rarely do we meet face to face. HOWL is meant to connect us crazy nature lovers together for a weekend.
  • Grand Opening - Madawaska Lodge Restaurant
    Grand Opening - Madawaska Lodge Restaurant
    Wed, Oct 05
    Lake Saint Peter
    Lake Saint Peter, ON-523, Lake Saint Peter, ON K0L 2K0, Canada
    Lake Saint Peter, ON-523, Lake Saint Peter, ON K0L 2K0, Canada
    GRAND OPENING! Madawaska Lodge Restaurant - October 5, 2022. Whether you would like a quick snack on the run or a sit down meal to socialize with friends and family this is the place. Come and enjoy a delicious meal in a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Junk in the Trunk Community Yard Sale and Swap Meet
    Junk in the Trunk Community Yard Sale and Swap Meet
    Sat, May 21
    Four Corners Algonquin
    Four Corners Algonquin, 29924 ON-60, Unorganized South Nipissing District, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Four Corners Algonquin, 29924 ON-60, Unorganized South Nipissing District, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Join us on May 21 for a community wide yard sale and swap meet. $10 fee per vehicle for sellers. Buyers and Lookers are free. Refreshments will be available for sale. Vendors should plan to arrive between 8:00-9:00am for setup. See you there!
  • Conversations with Writers at Hay Lake Lodge
    Conversations with Writers at Hay Lake Lodge
    Tue, Apr 26
    Hay Lake Lodge
    Hay Lake Lodge, 903 McRae Hay Lake Rd, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Hay Lake Lodge, 903 McRae Hay Lake Rd, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
    Join Hay Lake Lodge's two writers-in-residence, Seneca writer and poet Michelle Thomas and Isabella Mori who writes fiction, nonfiction and poetry to hear their stories and talk about their experiences. This is a no charge event, but please let erin@haylakelodge.com know you're coming.
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