Arts and Entertainment

'Concert promises to be a very moving and inspiring event ... and a welcome return to song for our members, our audience and our community,' says choir master

Orillia Opera House will welcome funny man Edwards, musician Sarah Harmer and more this month, while local arts scene heats up, says columnist

National Youth Week provides 'opportunities to showcase and celebrate youth and youth opportunities in our great community,' says Orillia Youth Centre official

Roots North Music Festival kicks off Thursday and will be rocking local stages large and small all weekend, says arts and entertainment columnist

Next weekend's Roots North Festival is sold out of main-stage passes, but there are 'some really great musicians, fun workshops' and open mics throughout town

Many local galleries are springing into spring and Cellar Singers are hosting virtual silent auction and gala, notes arts and entertainment columnist

Steve Earle and the Dukes, The Cult and others will be performing at Casino Rama in July

There are still tickets available for Sunday afternoon event at St. Paul's Centre that is raising money for Red Cross efforts to help people of Ukraine

Organizers also revealed this year's event will feature two 'very special' music celebrations that 'will add to the magic of our return to Mariposa'

After two years of cancellations, Chappell Farms and Hewitts will be hosting Easter-themed events and welcoming kids of all ages this spring