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COLUMN: Play coming to Orillia is just 'what you need'

COLUMN: Play coming to Orillia is just 'what you need'

'Terrifying and exhilarating, challenging and fun are how I describe what it's like to be a member of the cast of Get What You Need,' says one of cast members
COLUMN: There's lots to see and do this weekend in Orillia

COLUMN: There's lots to see and do this weekend in Orillia

'We are very spoiled for choice in Orillia, with art and cultural events,' says arts and entertainment columnist, who encourages people to support local events
'90s return in dance party to support Sharing Place Food Centre

'90s return in dance party to support Sharing Place Food Centre

Remember when N’Sync, Spice Girls and Mariah Carey ruled Much Music? Then you won't want to miss 'totally radical' video dance night July 29
Orillia Silver Band tuning up for 'fun-filled' Serenade in Brass

Orillia Silver Band tuning up for 'fun-filled' Serenade in Brass

Orillia Silver Band has assembled a series of selections tailored to the lover of entertaining music, officials say
Sunshine City Art Rally will shine spotlight on new public art

Sunshine City Art Rally will shine spotlight on new public art

Participants will visit six new works of public art located throughout the city before returning to the museum to enjoy entertainment, refreshments and a live auction
COLUMN: Gathering will put focus on First Nations stories

COLUMN: Gathering will put focus on First Nations stories

'Once-in-a-lifetime' festival includes story circles, art, concerts, sunrise ceremony, outstanding guest writers and storytellers and much more, says columnist
Orillia Vocal Ensemble concert will aid Born to Read program

Orillia Vocal Ensemble concert will aid Born to Read program

OVE will perform a variety of music reflecting hope, vision and aspiration and pay homage to Gordon Lightfoot at May 17 event at St. Paul's Centre
COLUMN: 'Rest easy, Mr. Lightfoot. We will never forget you'

COLUMN: 'Rest easy, Mr. Lightfoot. We will never forget you'

After an emotional week of tributes and rites, Orillia shifts gears, moves back into a 'whirlwind of arts and culture events,' says columnist
Cellar Singers to unveil 'eclectic, moving' new work at finale

Cellar Singers to unveil 'eclectic, moving' new work at finale

Cantata by composer Benjamin Keast will feature soprano soloist Amy Dodington as Cellar Singers stage final concert of 55th season at St. James Church
COLUMN: Gord's 'incredible' talent, kindness will be missed

COLUMN: Gord's 'incredible' talent, kindness will be missed

'His joy and love just radiated out at Mariposa last year when he performed and then was overcome when given his Hall of Fame award,' says columnist