Haliburton County has been designated as an official Ontario Culture Days provincial hub, and the Arts Council Haliburton Highlands wants the community to be involved in the planning.
Sharon Kennedy, board vice-chair, said Culture Days is a nationwide celebration of arts and culture, inviting the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in communities.
The celebrations run from Sept. 18 – Oct. 4.
“It’s all about building connections, showcasing creativity, and making the arts accessible for everyone,” Kennedy said.
She added the Haliburton Culture Days hub will bring together a collection of local events that celebrate creativity, community, and cultural expression. They will be free, or pay-what-you-may. While each activity stands on its own, the hub will serve as a simple way to connect events and highlight the shared spirit of discovery and participation.
To get involved, local artists, creators, community groups, and arts and cultural organizations are invited to take part. Everyone is encouraged to join in the celebration and list free activities, events, and programs on the website (culturedays. ca), beginning mid-May.
Kennedy said all it takes is the offer of one free, or pay-what-you-may, activity, and audience participation.
Arts Council Haliburton Highlands is hosting two online information sessions. Attendance is open and no rsvp is required. Visit haliburtonarts.on.ca for the online link to the sessions: April 20, 7-8 p.m. or April 24, 1-2 p.m. If you are unable to attend either session, the recording will be available on the Arts Council website.
