Municipality of Meaford

Reel Creative
2026-07-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Reel CreativeTuesdays in July1:00 pmAges 4-7Enabling Accessibility Fund RoomDrop-inDive into summer with weekly crafts and activities inspired by the ocean and underwater world! From colourful creations to imaginative projects, every session offers something artistic and fun! While supplies last.

In-Person Digital Skills
2026-07-07 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-30 12:00 - 15:00 | 11 Sykes Street North, 11 Sykes Street North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
In-Person Digital SkillsTuesday, June 2, 23, and 3012:00 – 3:00 pmStanley Knight RoomAn appointment is required. Please register in advance.Meet weekly one-on-one with a tech professional from the Adult Learning Centres and learn how to use your device. Send an email to libraryinfo@meaford.ca or call 519-538-3500 to book your 45-minute session.

YMCA Employment Services
2026-07-07 10:00 - 12:00 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
YMCA Employment ServicesTuesday, July 7 and 2810:00 am – 12:00 pmRotary Club of Meaford RoomDrop-inYMCA Employment Services can help you with career planning and development, retraining and skills upgrading, employer connections, resume writing, interview preparation, and accessing the hidden job market.

Soil Health and Making Backyard Garden Composters
2026-07-06 13:30 - 15:30 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Gardener-in-ResidenceSoil Health and Making Backyard Garden Composters with Grey County Master GardenersMonday, July 61:30 – 3:30 pmFriends of the Meaford Library RoomPlease register in advanceGardens do not thrive without healthy soil – it’s the primary building block. Learn about the components of soil, how to identify your type of soil, and how to build healthier soil.

Fishing for Sunshine with Wendy Tomlinson
2026-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Fishing for Sunshine with Wendy TomlinsonMonday, July 61:00 pmAges 8+Enabling Accessibility Fund RoomPlease register in advanceLet the sunshine through your creativity! Join Wendy Tomlinson of the Metis Nation of Ontario and make colourful fish designs that sparkle in the sunlight.Take your suncatcher home to display! All materials will be provided.

Foxwarren with opener Hudson Freeman
2026-07-05 19:30 - 21:30 | 12 Nelson St. E, Meaford On N4L 1N6, 12 Nelson St. E, Meaford On N4L 1N6, Canada
Opener Hudson Freeman
Sun. July 57:30pm | $70
7:30 pm HUDSON FREEMAN (30 min)8:30 pm FOXWARREN
VIDEO: Foxwarren – “Strange (Dan The Automator Remix)”VIDEO: Foxwarren | To Be | First Play LiveVIDEO: Foxwarren – Deadhead
Foxwarren is Andy Shauf, Avery Kissick, Darryl Kissick, Dallas Bryson, and Colin Nealis. The Canadian quintet, built on 20 years of friendship, ostensibly plays folk music, where warm tones and cantering rhythms buoy songs of characters wrestling with existential quandaries inside of twilit vocals. But after touring their lauded 2018 self-titled debut, Foxwarren decided to do it all differently, eventually dropping the familiar band-in-a-room routine to instead plug those songs, and various other sounds into a sampler. The result is mesmerizing and uncanny, an album that traces two sides of a relationship through 37 minutes of collage art that aspires to “sound best blasting out your car window” as put by singer Andy Shauf. By himself, Shauf has already had a stellar career, his reputation built not only by the sweetness of his melodies and sharpness of his words but also his inability to rest with past success. Foxwarren, especially here, is a crucial part of that ongoing process, but 2 represents something even more significant—five friends now nearing the end of their second decade making music together, pushing against what they’ve learned how to do in order to venture somewhere new. It is the sound of friends who trust each other, cutting themselves loose from their past and their preconceptions to have some fun with a sampler and the very idea of songs.
If your playlist includes Bahamas, Wilco, or other genre bending indie folk artists, Foxwarren is a band you need to experience live. Andy Shauf and Foxwarren deliver the same warmth, depth, and musical craftsmanship that fans of those artists have come to love – while creating a sound entirely their own.
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Hudson FreemanHudson Freeman is a Brooklyn-based lo-fi folk artist whose reflective songwriting blends indie folk, bedroom pop, and slowcore influences. Originally from Dallas and shaped by years living in Eswatini and the American Midwest, Freeman has emerged as one of indie music’s compelling new voices. Inspired by artists like Sufjan Stevens and Bon Iver, his music explores themes of identity, disconnection, and faith with warmth and emotional depth. His recent release, is a Folk Artist, along with the growing popularity of his song “If You Know Me,” has brought increasing attention to his intimate, melody-driven sound.
Proudly Presented by Meaford Hall
Please note that the balcony level is ONLY accessible by stairs.♿ For accessible seating, please call the Box Office at 1-877-538-0463.

Foxwarren
2026-07-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St., Meaford, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
July 5, 2026 7:30 PM – HUDSON FREEMAN (30 min) 8:30 PM – FOXWARREN $70
Foxwarren is Andy Shauf, Avery Kissick, Darryl Kissick, Dallas Bryson, and Colin Nealis.
The Canadian quintet, built on 20 years of friendship, ostensibly plays folk music, where warm tones and cantering rhythms buoy songs of characters wrestling with existential quandaries inside of twilit vocals. But after touring their lauded 2018 self-titled debut, Foxwarren decided to do it all differently, eventually dropping the familiar band-in-a-room routine to instead plug those songs, and various other sounds into a sampler. The result is mesmerizing and uncanny, an album that traces two sides of a relationship through 37 minutes of collage art that aspires to “sound best blasting out your car window” as put by singer Andy Shauf.
By himself, Shauf has already had a stellar career, his reputation built not only by the sweetness of his melodies and sharpness of his words but also his inability to rest with past success.
Foxwarren, especially here, is a crucial part of that ongoing process, but 2 represents something even more significant—five friends now nearing the end of their second decade making music
together, pushing against what they’ve learned how to do in order to venture somewhere new. It is the sound of friends who trust each other, cutting themselves loose from their past and their
preconceptions to have some fun with a sampler and the very idea of songs.
Please note that the balcony level is ONLY accessible by stairs.
♿ For accessible seating, please call the Box Office at 1-877-538-0463.

EXHIBIT OPENING: Joan Folinsbee Timmins – A Painter’s Life
2026-07-04 14:00 - 16:00 | The Blue Mountains Public Library, 173 Bruce Street South, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0, Thornbury, Ontario, Canada
The Gallery at L.E. Shore’s Arts and Culture Council (ACC) is honored to present an exhibition celebrating the work of the late artist, Joan Folinsbee Timmins.

The exhibition will explore works from a multi-decade career: abstract and realistic, large scale and small; landscapes, portraits, still-life, abstracts and figure drawings in many mediums – watercolour, acrylics, oils, pastels, pen and ink.

This is a peek into Joan’s life as an artist. It’s a journey in time, place and creative growth; the roller coaster ride of a unique individual.

Please join us for the exhibition’s opening reception on Saturday, July 4, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at The Gallery at L.E. Shore. This free community event is an opportunity to interact with the exhibition and learn about an artist who spent almost every waking moment thinking about and creating beautiful, inspiring art that we can all enjoy.

Following the opening, the show runs all summer long, July 4-August 26.

Hamlet Tales - Sean Patrick Dolan
2026-07-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Riverside Community Centre (157707 7th Line, Meaford), Riverside Community Centre (157707 7th Line, Meaford), Canada
Hamlet Tales: Authors Among UsSean Patrick Dolan, author of The Prophet of Frogs HollowSaturday, July 42:00 p.m.Riverside Community Centre (157707 7th Line, Meaford)Free Event. Limited Space. Register at the Meaford Public Library in advance.Celebrate our local writers whose stories have grown from our hamlets and rural landscapes. Join us for book talks within various hamlets. Learn more by visiting meaford.ca/25
Set in the Georgian Triangle, The Prophet of Frogs Hollow examines belief, belonging, and vulnerability within close‑knit communities.

Bracelet Bar for Tweens
2026-07-03 13:00 - 14:00 | 11 Sykes St. N., 11 Sykes St. N., Canada
Bracelet Bar for TweensFriday, July 31:00 pmAges 9-13Enabling Accessibility Fund RoomDrop-inGet creative at our friendship bracelet workshop and design something special to wear or share! Tweens can make friendship bracelets, explore patterns, and enjoy crafting together.While supplies last.

Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinics
2026-07-03 11:00 - 13:00 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinics By Appointment:Wednesday, July 8 and 221:00 – 3:00 pmPlease call 519-376-5666 ext. 1 to schedule an appointment.Walk-in: Friday, July 3 and 1711:00 am – 1:00 pmOntario Trillium Foundation RoomRAAM Clinics provide swift access to medically assisted, integrative, and client-centered care for individuals at any stage of addiction or recovery. We address the unique needs of each client. Services available for those 16 years of age and up.

Georgian Bay Forever Cleanup Day
2026-07-02 13:00 - 15:00 | 125 Fuller Street, Meaford Ontario N4L 1B7, 125 Fuller Street, Meaford Ontario N4L 1B7, Canada
Shoreline Cleanups

Stopping Litter and Macroplastics from Becoming Microplastics in Georgian Bay Water

Each year we remove approximately 1,000 pounds of litter from the Georgian Bay shores. Imagine what Georgian Bay would look like without these efforts, and you’ll know why this work is necessary.
Further to the importance of cleaning our beach areas, this work diverts the plastic pollution from entering the lake, where it will inevitably break down over the course of centuries, continuously spreading microplastic particles and degrading the health of the water.

Wave Makers
2026-07-02 13:00 - 14:00 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Wave MakersThursdays in July1:00 pmAges 8-12Enabling Accessibility Fund RoomSet sail! Each week is a new adventure with STEM! This fun and interactive program visits science, technology, engineering, and math. While supplies last.

Canada Day in Meaford
2026-07-01 08:00 - 16:00 | 1 Don Bumstead Way, Meaford, 1 Don Bumstead Way, Meaford, Canada
Join us on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, for a full day of Canada Day celebrations at the Meaford Rotary Harbour Pavilion.

From morning to afternoon, enjoy a vibrant, family-friendly event filled with entertainment, community spirit, and activities for all ages.

Celebrate Canadian pride, culture, and connection with a wide range of programming throughout the day. Visitors are encouraged to explore the harbour, enjoy local offerings, and connect with community organizations.

What to Expect

Live music throughout the day featuring local performers

Pancake breakfast (by donation, while supplies last)

Community vendor market with local artisans and businesses

Golden Town Cruisers classic car show

Inflatable corn maze and family-friendly games

Rotary BBQ and Kinsmen Beer Garden

Fire Services and Army Training Centre demonstrations

Wellness programming including yoga and Tai Chi by the water

Full Event Schedule

8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Pancake Breakfast (by donation)

9:30 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Tai Chi and Yoga sessions by the water

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Live music performances

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Vendor Market and Golden Town Cruisers Car Show

11:00 a.m. Colour Guard Procession

11:05 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. O’Canada, Flag Raising, Land Acknowledgement, and Mayor’s Remarks

11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. DJ, BBQ, Beer Garden, games, inflatable corn maze, and family programming

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Fire Services and Army demonstrations

Family Fun

Canada Day in Meaford is packed with activities for all ages:

Giant inflatable obstacle course and slide

Games and activities for kids and families

Interactive booths and community experiences

Museum open to visitors during the day

Food & Drinks

Enjoy a variety of food and beverages throughout the day:

Pancake breakfast (morning, by donation)

Rotary BBQ (late morning to afternoon)

Kinsmen Beer Garden

Complimentary cupcakes and doughnuts (while supplies last)

Accessibility

The Municipality of Meaford is committed to hosting an inclusive and welcoming event for everyone.

Accessible parking is available at the Harbour Pavilion

The event site is designed to be accessible for mobility devices

A quiet zone will be available for anyone who needs a break from noise, crowds, or activity

A mix of active and low-sensory programming is offered throughout the day

The quiet zone is a peaceful space where visitors can rest and recharge. Everyone is welcome.

Plan Your Visit

Road Closure: Bayfield Street will be closed from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The area is expected to be busy, so plan ahead and allow extra time for parking and travel

The Travelling Book Club
2026-06-30 18:30 - 19:30 | TBD, TBD, Canada
The Travelling Book Club Tuesday, June 30 at 6:30 pmLocation: TBD*Reading: “A Different Drummer” by William Melvin Kelley

Life Directions
2026-06-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Life DirectionsDrop-in on Tuesdays2:00 – 5:00 pm or by appointmentWeston Family Foundation RoomLife Directions specializes in providing individualized, one-on-one employment supports to jobseekers facing barriers to employment. Interested individuals can book an appointment by calling 519-378-5514 or emailing lifedirections@segss.com

Qigong and Meditation
2026-06-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Qigong and MeditationTuesday, June 2, 16, 23, and 3010:30 am – 12:00 pmFriends of the Meaford Library RoomPlease register in advanceInstructor Barb Rosen continues with her well-loved meditation series! Barb will guide a 1-hour standing ancient Chinese Qigong practice to energize the mind, body, and spirit. After there will be a 30-minute seated meditation.

YMCA Employment Services
2026-06-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
YMCA Employment ServicesTuesday, June 2 and 3010:00 am – 12:00 pmRotary Club of Meaford RoomDrop-inYMCA Employment Services can help you with career planning and development, retraining and skills upgrading, employer connections, resume writing, interview preparation, and accessing the hidden job market.

The Hogtown Allstars: Meaford Hall Presentation
2026-06-27 19:30 - 21:30 | 12 Nelson St., Meaford, On, 12 Nelson St., Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Sat. June 277:30 pm | $50
VIDEO: The Hogtown Allstars, Mr. Lucky, Live At The Redwood Theatre
The Legendary Downchild Blues Band played the final shows of their farewell tour in Nov. 2024. The Hogtown Allstars are the next chapter. Formed in 2013 to perform during the main bands winter hiatus, HTA released their debut recording Hogwild in 2022.
DCBB members Chuck Jackson, Gary Kendall, Pat Carey, Tyler Yarema and Jim Casson with Teddy Leonard and Howard Moore are moving forward to continue their mandate of bringing high energy blues and rhythm and blues to the fan base they have been honoured to perform for on a journey that has surpassed 55 years.
Proudly presented by Meaford Hall
Please note that the balcony level is ONLY accessible by stairs.For accessible seating, please call the Box Office at 1-877-538-0463

The Hogtown Allstars
2026-06-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St., Meaford, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Saturday, June 27, 7:30 pm $50
The Legendary Downchild Blues Band played the final shows of their farewell tour in Nov. 2024. The Hogtown Allstars are the next chapter. Formed in 2013 to perform during the main bands winter hiatus, HTA released their debut recording Hogwild in 2022. DCBB members Chuck Jackson, Gary Kendall, Pat Carey, Tyler Yarema and Jim Casson with Teddy Leonard and Howard Moore are moving forward to continue their mandate of bringing high energy blues and rhythm & blues to the fan base they have been honoured to perform for on a journey that has surpassed 55 years.
Presented by Meaford Hall
Please note that the balcony level is ONLY accessible by stairs.
For accessible seating, please call the Box Office at 1-877-538-0463

Grey Bruce Makers Festival & Craft Show
2026-06-27 11:00 - 16:00 | 1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON, 1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON, Canada
Grey Bruce Makers is excited to announce the first annual Grey Bruce Makers Festival & Craft Show, taking place on Saturday, June 27, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the back field of the Sydenham Campus in Owen Sound.
The free to enter Festival will bring together makers, artists, entrepreneurs, families, local businesses, and community organizations for a day of creativity, innovation, hands-on learning, demonstrations, food, music, and family-friendly activities. We anticipate welcoming more than 600 attendees throughout the day.

Children's Author Carolyn j Morris with Ducklings
2026-06-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Children’s Author Carolyn j Morris with DucklingsFriday, June 2611:00 amFriends of the Meaford Library Room Drop-InPD day fun at the library! Join us for an interactive story time as we are introduced to the Railfence Bunch books. Visit with ducklings during this special visit! Signed books will be available for purchase from the author.

Rainbow Reads Book Club
2026-06-25 18:30 - 19:30 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Rainbow Reads Book ClubThursday, June 25 at 6:30 pmFriends of the Meaford Library RoomReading: “Disintegrate/Dissociate”by Arielle Twist (she/her)

Family BINGO!
2026-06-25 15:30 - 16:30 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Family BINGO!Thursdays in June3:30 pm – 4:30 pmEnabling Accessibility Fund RoomDrop-InJoin us for fun games of Bingo at the library!Prizes to be won!

Writers Circle
2026-06-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Writers Circle
Thursday, June 4 and 25
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Those wanting to explore writing are welcome to join Barbara Rosen for the writing circles. Open to all experience levels. Please bring a pen and writing pad.

Be-Tween the Pages Book Club
2026-06-24 15:30 - 16:30 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Be-Tween the Pages Book ClubWednesday, June 24 at 3:30 pmAges 9-12Meet friends, play games, discover new books, and have fun! Each month we will feature a book to discuss.Reading: “Growing Home”by Beth Ferry

Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinics
2026-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 | 11 Sykes St. N, 11 Sykes St. N, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinics Wednesday, June 10 and 241:00 – 3:00 pmOntario Trillium Foundation RoomRAAM Clinics provide swift access to medically assisted, integrative, and client-centered care for individuals at any stage of addiction or recovery. We address the unique needs of each client. Services available for those 16 years of age and up.An appointment is necessary. Please call 519-376-5666 ext. 1 to schedule.

Brown Bag Book Club
2026-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Brown Bag Book ClubWednesday, June 24 at 1:00 pmFriends of the Meaford Library RoomReading: “The Teacher”by Freida McFadden

Story Time
2026-06-24 10:30 - 11:00 | Meaford Public Library, 11 Sykes St. North, Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Story Time
Wednesdays
10:30 am
All ages
Drop-in
Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft with your little one! Encourage a love of reading and learning as we READ, WRITE, SING, TALK, and PLAY together.
