December Member News
March Break Arts Explosion Camp
Guelph Dance
Registration for March Break camp is now open! A variety of Arts activities such as Dance, Music, Visual Art, Theatre, Mindfulness, Yoga and Story Creation taught by exceptional teaching artists, for campers currently in JK to Grade 5.
Spice Up Your Fridays and Holiday Events with Big Fat Jerk!
Big Fat Jerk brings the taste of the Caribbean to 10C every Friday with our weekly pick-up menu! With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to think about catering for your upcoming events—whether at 10C or a location of your choice.
Our flavorful Caribbean dishes, from jerk chicken to rice and peas, are sure to impress your guests and make any gathering unforgettable. Head on over to bigfatjerk.ca to see our menu and explore catering options that fit your celebration needs. Let us help make your holiday events deliciously memorable!
Contemplative Activism Retreat
Ignatius Jesuit Centre
The need for ecological and social activism in today’s hurting world is undeniable. But how do we keep up the essential struggles for peace, justice and the integrity of creation without succumbing to the many possible burn-outs of body, spirit, hope and happiness? What can we do to ensure our actions spring from love rather than fear and hatred?
This weekend retreat aspires to deepen in retreatants both their commitment to work creatively for a better world and their capacity to sustain this work in wholesome, life-giving ways.
Facilitated by Ehaab Abdou, Aryne Sheppard and Greg Kennedy. More info and registration here.
Open Print & Makers’ Meetup
Otherwise Studios
Get your homemade gifts ready for the holidays, work on your own project, or just come to experiment and meet like-minded creatives! The studio will be open for printmakers and makers alike, to pull their own editions in the print shop; to use the materials at the studio to craft; or to bring their own materials and projects to work away at the workshop table. This event is self-guided – each maker can work on their own project while getting to know other makers in the community.
December 15th Santa market pwyc photos with Santa!
The Hive /Tri City Bee Rescue
Come out to see Santa! PWYC photos available for families and friends. Last minute market with all local artists, handmade giftables ready to pick out and take home! Gift wrapping available on site.
20+ vendors. Sip and Shop. Partnered with Two Rivers Neighbourhood Group and volunteers to make this Neighbourhood event extra awesome!
Small Plot Agriculture farm rental openings
Ignatius Farm
The Request for Proposals (RFP) is now open for Ignatius Farm Small Plot Agriculture farm rentals. The diversity of enterprises on IJC lands is full of synergies! The RFP seeks entrepreneurial individuals, groups, or organizations to rent available acreages for complementary ecological, regenerative agricultural projects at Ignatius Farm. Proposals are invited for small businesses, research, education, indigenous land care, food security, and service projects, from enterprises that will augment this place of peace in values and practice. For 2025, proposals will be accepted for rental of the farmhouse, adjacent barn and pasture, field parcels of 6 acres or less, and 1/4 acre sections with water access.
Application Deadline for spring 2025 land access is January 15.
Early proposal submission is encouraged.
Winter Mixology Class (Sober Friendly!)
SipCraft
In this 2-hour, interactive class, zero-proof and spirited beverages are both on the menu (you choose) and local ingredients take centerstage. You will craft three winter-inspired drinks which feature local/in-season ingredients. Snacks and all supplies are provided. Class is geared towards mixology amateurs and beginner cocktail enthusiasts.
We Choose Local is Live!
We’re thrilled to announce that We Choose Local has officially launched
in Guelph! 🎉
Our platform is more than just a marketplace; it’s a way to connect
local businesses with the community while driving meaningful impact.
Why is this important for Guelph?
Strengthening our economy by keeping dollars in the community.
Supporting small businesses that make Guelph unique.
Giving back to local charities, with 1% of transaction fees donated
quarterly.
Watch Our Story to learn more about our mission and why we’re passionate
about creating a thriving, connected community.
https://youtu.be/MVpiOsXX7lo?si=LEj7IUw400l_IG-M
Visit us at wechooselocal.ca and contact us at success@wechooselocal.com
Vanishing Points: Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Program
Vanishing Points is the culminating effort of the participants of this years Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Program from Guelph Arts Council.
Vanishing Points will run until Dec 20th, Tue to Friday 11am to 3pm at artBar (37 Quebec Street, Upper Level)
Additional evening viewing hours include:
Thursday Dec 5 – 6-8pm
Thursday Dec 12 – 6:30 – 8:30pm
Thursday Dec 19 – 6-8pm
A closing reception will take place December 13th, 6:30pm to 8:30pm at artBar (37 Quebec Street, Upper Level)
