KLAC NEWS
Don’t miss a single update with our e-newsletter, The Kawartha Lakes Cultural Connection. As the voice of culture in Kawartha Lakes, we aim to provide news, information, and updates — connecting relevant stories, current events, and all people and influencers involved in the cultural scene in Kawartha Lakes. Contributions and feedback are always welcome.
Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show - 2022
KLAC is proud to support the Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show, illustrating the wide scope of creators found in our community. An early taste of what you will find at the upcoming Made In Kawartha Lakes Showcase (MIKL) at the end of May, 2022!
MIKL 2022: IT’s Happening!
It’s been a very long time since artists have been able to get together to exhibit and sell their work to the public, BUT – fingers crossed! – Made in Kawartha Lakes will be back bigger and better on May 28th & 29th, 2022.
Support Local Artisans this Holiday Season!
From open galleries, studios and shops, to our online marketplace - there are plenty of ways to support local artisans this holiday season!
ARTS EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES IN KAWARTHA LAKES!
Many organizations and artists in Kawartha Lakes run workshops focusing on various aspects of the Arts. Although some sessions have been put on hold due to the pandemic, other groups are putting safety measures in place and carrying on. Here is a selection of classes and workshops running now and Spring 2022:
SPARK Photo Festival
SPARK: a start, a catalyst, to spark interest, to spark the imagination. The SPARK Photo Festival is all these things. In 2012 co-founders Bill Lockington, Robert Boudreau and Micky Renders connected over their desire to draw attention to the talented photographers in the Peterborough and Kawarthas region.
KAWARTHA LAKES ARTS & HERITAGE TRAIL
Discover the rich heritage and diverse artistic talent in Kawartha Lakes on the Arts and Heritage Trail. We invite you to ‘create your own adventure’ using our Arts & Heritage driving tour map to visit cultural destinations that interest you – there are over 50 locations to fill your day or a whole weekend.
Artistic Adaptation and Innovation
Adaptation and Innovation are an art form in and of themselves – and 2020/21 certainly has created much cause for this. We may all be tired of hearing the word “pivot” but those who have been able to, have fared better. Two of KLAC’s members have shared their stories about pivoting. Join the conversation and tell us how you’ve adapted.
KLAC Pinnguaq Partnership for the Arts
As a new Community Partner of the Kawartha Lakes Arts Council, Pinnguaq Association is committed to support the arts council and its members with tools, training and learning in their field of specialty – everything digital. Their mission is to incorporate science, technology, engineering, arts and math, otherwise known as STEAM into unique learning applications that promote storytelling, health, wellness, growth, as well as the Arts.
Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force is now in place
In January 2020, after working together with municipal leaders and Councillors since 2015, Council approved the recommendation of establishing a Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force.
Sculptures will bring light and texture to the Rain Garden
In the summer of 2019, the Fenelon Arts Committee (FAC) announced their first initiative, The Sculpture Project. This project invited artists to design and install two sculptures in the Rain Garden, located just south of Maryboro Lodge at The Fenelon Museum. The committee received over twenty submissions, with an independent jury of local arts and cultural members ultimately selecting two works to be permanently installed on large limestone rocks and stand as public art.
World Art Day celebrates the Universality of Creativity
What is the one common element in just about every single aspect of our lives? ART AND CREATIVITY! Think about it. Your clothing, furniture, home design, hairstyle, the music you listen to, stories you read your children, many aspects of the computer you work on, a play you go to see, how you set the dinner table, reflect how the arts and creative thinking fit into your daily life.
Downeyville – A record of traditional music and oral stories of the Irish
I am often asked why “culture” and “heritage” are combined in telling history. A short five-minute drive west of Lindsay to Downeyville, answers this question completely.
Commentary on Music During the Pandemic
As a member of the Kawartha Lakes music community, I recently took “Music Therapy Month” as an opportunity to touch base with some local musicians to see how life has changed for them due to COVID-19. This handful of folks included teachers, performers, and of course, a music therapist.
What do you love about your arts community?
Local Artist Quotes
"Most artists I know are introverts and work alone, so it can be difficult for us to connect with kindred souls. Working with fellow artists in my local arts community over the years, planning and participating in studio tours, fundraisers and cultural events, having fun at workshops, and volunteering on arts councils, has helped me to connect with wonderful, like-minded folk. I love that we understand each other and wholeheartedly cheer each other on and am grateful for the lasting friendships these activities have fostered."
By Karen Richardson