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Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre is the premier arts and culture hub of Southern Georgian Bay. Beautifully restored and renovated Meaford Hall is located in historic downtown Meaford, a stone’s throw from Georgian Bay and adjacent to all amenities in an area well known for its year-round attractions. For more than a century, Meaford Hall has echoed with music, drama, and debate, serving as the cultural, social and political heart of Meaford. As a four season venue, Meaford Hall plays host to a wide variety of corporate and community events, meetings and social gatherings. A truly charming cultural and historical gem.

The Premier Arts and Cultural Centre in Southern Georgian Bay

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Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman has emerged as one of the most magnificent

performers and vibrant personalities of the day. She is critically acclaimed

by the international press as much for her innate musicianship and

voluptuous voice as for a sovereign stage presence far beyond her years.

www.measha.com Presented by Meaford Hall

Thurs. Sept. 28 8pm

$42 | $50 | $55

Country JamBoreeBruce Grey

The True Country Showband has a lot of local flavour. The musicians and vocalists that make up the group are all residents of Bruce-Grey. In addition to the band members, the singing gals ... the True Heart Trio, are also a big part of the show. The band and its vocalists are noted for their traditional old time country shows, along with a touch of newer country. Presented by Bognor Jam Productions, Promotions and Consulting

Sat. Sept. 9, 7:30pm $27

Abbamania is an all Canadian cast and is the largest production to Abba in the world. With authentic costumes, concert lighting, sound and an amazing live band, studio musician and singers, Abbamania takes you back to that pop dicso era and performs all the hits from Waterloo, SOS, Fernando, Super Trooper, and The Winner Takes All to Money Money, Mamma Mia and Dancing Queen. Presented by Bounty Enterprises

Sat. Sept. 30, 8pm $38ABBAMANIA

The Best of ABBA, Adele& Paul McCartney

Barrett Moore Amanda Dorey Scott AlmondTrue Country Show Band

with True Heart Trio

MC Bill Murdoch

Meaford Style

ClassiC albums l iveCreedence Clearwater revival ChroniCle vol. 1

PIGS, the most authentic Floyd act in Canada, brings its Left + Right Tour to Eastern Canada all the way from Victoria BC. Hits from Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, and The Wall as well as material that has rarely—if ever—been performed live by Pink Floyd will be performed. www.canadapinkfloyd.com Presented by Ghostfinger Productions

Blackie and the Rodeo Kings new album titled KINGS and KINGS features some of the band’s best “guy” friends from the world of roots, blues and country. Each one of them an accomplished KING in their realm of creative endeavours and in many cases absolute KING legends in the entertainment industry. Brothers, fathers, heroes, friends, collaborators, peers… www.blackieandtherodeokings.com Presented by Thompson Wilson

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Wed. Oct. 11, 7:30pm $41.55

Wed. Oct. 18, 7pm $30Alan Doyle Author - A Newfoundlander in Canada

Sun. Oct. 22, 8pm $69.80

Wed. Oct. 25, 7:30pm $25Meaford Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to

present Dragons’ Den Meaford: Watch local entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a

panel of “Dragons” to win cash and prizes. Since its inception in 2008, this event has assisted at least 40 business start-ups and/or expansions,

with $200,000 in cash and in-kind contributions injected into Meaford’s economy. $5 from every ticket sold is allocated to

the “Audience Choice” prize fund. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to cast your vote for local entrepreneurs. www.meafordchamber.ca

Tues. Nov. 7, 8pm $38 | $46

8pm, $45 | $54Classic Albums Live brings CCR to the stage featuring Chronicle Vol. 1. All your favourite CCR tracks including “Bad Moon Rising,” “Proud Mary,” “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?,” “Down On The Corner” and “Travellin’ Band,” performed Note for Note, Cut for Cut in Classic Albums Live style. www.classicalbumslive.com Presented by Meaford Hall

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Born on the streets of Toronto as a busking band in 2010, the original quartet of guerrilla-folk troubadours quickly amassed a battalion of troops armed with brass and bows and started touring the world. LBO has been nominated for several awards, heralded as ground-breaking by international media, and has performed at international festivals across the globe. www.lemonbucket.com Presented by Meaford Hall

Northbound is a live performance by a stellar five-piece folk band, enhanced with multi-media and personal stories. Cultural ambassadors Siqiniup Qilauta / Sunsdrumoffer insights into contemporary and traditional Inuit music and culture. Original songs by performer David Newland, celebrate our relationship to the mythical North, from the Franklin expedition, to the High Arctic Relocations, to the new realities of the 21st century Arctic life. www.davidnewland.com Presented by the Meaford Hall & Culture Foundation

NorthbouNdThe Northwest Passage in Story & Song

Fri. Oct. 13 7pm $28

pink floyd tribute actcanada’s

Sat. Oct. 28

Ticket price includes a signed copy of book

Autumn CelebrationONLINE AUCTION

Oct. 2 - Oct. 16Auction Items valued

from $10 to $5000+MHCFoundation.ca

The Meaford Public Library is pleased to host celebrated writer and musician Alan Doyle. Following his bestselling memoir, Where I Belong, Great Big Sea front man Alan Doyle returns with A Newfoundlander in Canada, a hilarious, heartwarming story of leaving home and discovering Canada for the first time. Heartfelt, funny and insightful, these stories explore the complexities of community, forming a portrait of a young man from a tiny fishing village navigating a vast, diverse and wonder-filled country. Presented by Meaford Public Library

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Meaford’s tribute to

Proudly Serving The CommunityFor Over 75 Years

bayshorebroadcasting.ca

THE VOICE OF

SOUTH GEORGIAN BAY

THE VOICE OF

THE LIGHTHOUSE COAST

THE VOICE OF

ONTARIO’S WEST COAST

THE OLDIES YOU WANT,THE INFO YOU NEED.

Oscar Peterson, one of the most important pianists in the entire history of jazz performed as accompanist to the greatest jazz vocalists of all time, including Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, and as recording artist for the famous Verve Records label.

The Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble pays tribute to Canada’s very own Oscar Peterson! www.remibolduc.com Presented by Meaford Hall

Thurs. Nov. 9, 8pm $40 | $45

Wed. Nov. 15, 8pm $32

Swingin’ with OScar

Sun. Nov. 26, 2pm $30 | $25 adults, $20 | $18 kids

Four-time JUNO nominated singer-songwriters and stars of the upbeat,

musical preschool series - Sing, Dance and Play with Bobs & LoLo

(Treehouse TV/Nick Jr Canada) and Action Packed (Telus Optik TV).

Recently named Canada’s Favourite Kids’ Entertainer in a nationwide poll

by CBC Music, this dynamic duo is dedicated to connecting children to nature with music, movement

and make-believe.bobsandlolo.com Presented by Meaford Hall

Wingfield’s Folly theatreby dan Needles, Starring rod beattie directed by douglas beattie

In his third year on the farm, after two profit- free seasons, Walt finally pinpoints the economic source of his problems and embarks on a course which brings him to his most profound crisis to date. In this sequel to Letter From Wingfield Farm and Wingfield’s Progress Walt sets up a closed economy with his neighbours, prints his own currency and falls in love. www.wingfieldfarm.ca Presented by Meaford Hall

Sat. Nov. 25, 8pm $26

Some of Meaford’s finest musicians

coming together to celebrate one

of the most iconic concerts of all time.

Featuring music from The Band, Bob Dylan,

Paul Butterfield, Neil Young, Emmylou

Harris, Ronnie Hawkins, Dr. John, Joni Mitchell,

Van Morrison, Muddy Waters, Neil Diamond, and Eric Clapton.

$3 from each ticket will be donated to the GBCS music program.

Presented by chrisscerripresents.com

beggars roadBeggars Road deliver its own brand of Celtic and folk inspired music that has a strong reverence for the lands and waters of the Georgian Bay region. From traditional to the edge and back, this is a group that hopes to help rekindle an interest in local history and traditions. This is a road on which you will see many landscapes. Come take the ride. Beggars Road. Presented by Bognor Jam Productions, Promotions and Consulting

Sat. Nov. 18, 7:30pm $27

Coming for 2018…Second City Comedy - Jan. 20

Gord bamford country - Jan. 30

Sing-a-long Grease! - Feb. 16Check the website for new shows!

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A Burlesque Evening!Thurs. Nov. 30, 8pm $25 | $30

Fri. Dec. 1, 8pm $65 | $70

Introducing Lucky Minx & Company….here to help us celebrate with burlesque flare! Tantalizing ladies and a swoon-worthy gentleman will bring you a sexy, hilarious, sparkly, tassel-twirling good time. Bumps, grinds, teases and surprises from some of Canada’s finest burlesque artists. Don’t miss this tastefully seductive evening complete with champagne meet and greet and treats after the show! www.luckyminx.com Presented by Meaford Hall

The Men of the Deeps is a choir of working and retired coal miners from Cape Breton Island. Today the Men of the Deeps is more than a singing group -it is a social institution. There is a camaraderie amongst the members of the group that carries over to their audiences wherever they perform. menofthedeeps.com Presented by Meaford Hall

Fri. Dec. 8, 7pm $15 adults | Free for elementary studentsCome to Kansas with the ‘ Kids in the Meaford Hall’. Who knows where we may end up! Hurry up and get inside there’s a storm coming! Presented by Kids In The Meaford Hall

Sun. Dec. 10, 8pm $32 | $38The Once

The Once has collected a trio of Canadian Folk Music Awards, numerous ECMA awards, was named Artist of the Year by the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. Two JUNO nominations for best Roots/Traditional album. While originally known for its haunting interpretations of traditional music, The Once has at long last uncovered a sound that truly represents their inner artistry. www.theonce.ca Presented by Meaford Hall

East Coast Christmas

Sun. Dec. 17, 2 & 7pm $20 adults | $10 kidsThis holiday, treat yourself and your family to The Nutcracker: that shimmering, glittering spectacle of holiday cheer as performed by Collingwood’s own Fleet-wood Dance Centre. The Nutcracker Ballet is a rite of passage for children and an annual must-attend event for many. It just wouldn’t be the holidays without The Nutcracker! Presented by Meaford Hall

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Conversation works on canvas and panel Frank FrancalanzaJuly 31 to September 23Paintings that invite a conversation between viewer and subject, between figure and ground, between these works and paintings of our cultural past.

Changing ColoursMeaford Creative Arts AssociationSeptember 26 to November 5Opening reception Sat. Sept. 30 from 2 to 4pm. This annual art show and sale is presented by the Meaford Creative Arts Association. A wonderful array of pottery,

jewelry, acrylics & watercolours from over 20 local artists.

our CANAdA: Coast to Coast and Back AgainHolger Majorahn & Jennifer StenbergNovember 7 to January 27Two traveling painters, inspired by the natural splendour of Canada have created a new colourful collection of famous and fascinating off the beaten track scenes.

Galleries Galleries are open 7 days a week. Occasionally private functions restrict

viewing, please call to confirm hours.

of the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s!

On the Screen

Fences thurs. September 7Denzel Washington directed and stars in this adaptation of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, which centers on a black garbage collector named Troy Maxson in 1950s Pittsburgh. Bitter that baseball’s color barrier was only broken after his own heyday in the Negro Leagues, Maxson is prone to taking out his frustrations on his loved ones. Running time 2 hours 13 minutes, rated PG-13

their Finest thurs. october 5During the Blitz of World War II, screenwriter (Gemma Arterton) works on a film celebrating England’s resilience as a way to buoy a weary populace’s spirits. The true story of two sisters (Lily Knight and Francesca Knight) who undertook their own maritime mission to rescue wounded soldiers are met with mixed feelings by a dismissive all-male staff. Running time 1 hour 57 minutes, rated R

Norman thurs. october 19Persistent wheeler-dealer Norman (Richard Gere) falls in with an Israeli politician (Lior Ashkenazi) on the rise. When the politician is elected prime minister, Norman rises in esteem with the New York Jewish community, even though his social connections might only be a sham. Running time 1 hour 58 minutes, rated R

bon Cop, bad Cop 2 thurs. November 16Eight years after first working together, two mismatched Canadian cops (Colm Feore and Patrick Huard) team up once again to investigate an auto-theft ring. However, they soon discover that the robberies point to a much larger conspiracy. Directed by Alain DesRochers. Running time 2 hours 6 minutes, rated 14A

the Lovers thurs. September 21An unhappily married couple (Debra Winger and Tracy Letts) are both having affairs, and hope to end their marriage soon to be with their lovers. But when they rediscover their passion for one another, their plans for the future go up in smoke. Written and directed by Azazel Jacobs. Running time 1 hour 37 minutes, rated R

thurSdAy FLiCkS Showtime is 4pmAll films just $10 in advance, $12 day of show Watch the trailers at meafordhall.ca/onthescreen

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Paul Boulter of TD Wealth

open 7 days a week.

Pop over to see our apple-inspired artwork, jewellery, t-shirts, mugs, tea, honey and more! Check out our Meaford Hall concert t-shirts.

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PAiNt Jam! Wednesdays from 7 to 9pm September 20, october 18, November 29$40 per session includes all materials, instruction, and a glass of wine or local microbrew! Tap into your creative side or discover it! Join instructor and fabulous artist

Suzette Terry as she tours you through the world of visual art in a relaxed and creative atmosphere. From beginner to seasoned artists, all are welcome. Take this time for yourself, indulge your mind, incite the creativity within you and walk away with a painting. Pre-registration is required, all materials supplied.