Song Sung Blue - A Reel Alternatives Film Screening
2026-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Algonquin Theatre
Kate Hudson was nominated for an Oscar for her luminous performance alongside Hugh Jackman in Song Sung Blue, a musical drama based on the true story of two down-on-their-luck musicians who form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band.
​Hudson and Jackson play Milwaukee-based husband and wife duo Mike and Claire Sardina, who found love and purpose performing as “Lightning & Thunder” in the ‘90s. Together they experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak with an infectious never-say-die optimism and heartwarming dignity that has audiences cheering them on. From their rise on the local scene (even opening for Pearl Jam) through personal struggles and a remarkable comeback after a life-altering accident, theirs is a chaotic but uplifting love story that you won’t forget.
“A startlingly strange, undeniably entertaining true-life story from the heartland of American showbusiness; a lovable crowdpleaser whose feelgood flavour won’t prepare you for the way the plot repeatedly and savagely twists like an unsafe fairground ride.” The Guardian
​USA | 2025 | 132 minutes
Director: Craig BrewerCast: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Ella Anderson, Michael Imperioli, Jim BelushiDistributor: Universal Pictures

Beetlejuice Jr
2026-06-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Algonquin Theatre
The Huntsville Theatre Company (HTC) 2026 Theatre Is My Passion Program is bringing a cult classic to the stage for the whole family to enjoy with Beetlejuice Jr!
Theatre Is My Passion is HTC’s after school program for children ages 8-18. Participants learn what it takes to put on a theatrical performance and perform a full play as the final product. This year’s production is Beetlejuice Jr. The frightfully funny musical is based on the beloved movie turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing spectre shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
Performances are June 18th-20th at the Algonquin Theatre. There are four performances, three evening shows at 7pm and one matinee at 2pm. Tickets can be purchased at algonquintheatre.ca.

All About Summer at Hale Muskoka
2026-06-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Hale Muskoka, 1160 Bethune Drive N., Gravenhurst, P1P 1R1
All About Summer at Hale Muskoka is a free-to-attend summer kick off celebration taking place on Saturday, June 20, 10am to 4pm. Featuring all the essentials needed for cottage season and lake life, start the summer right with delicious food, ice cream + cold drinks, live music in the market square, family-friendly activations, and shops with the season’s must-have flavours, fresh produce, fashion and accessories, décor, summer reads, patio furniture, garden and dock staples, boating and fishing needs, and more.

Ontario’s must-visit culture and events destination, Hale Muskoka is nestled on a historic five-acre farm in the charming town of Gravenhurst at 1160 Bethune Drive N. Designed as a gathering space for locals, cottagers and tourists of all ages, visit Hale Muskoka is open five days a week with shops featuring local vendors and brands, weekly Friday markets, and an array of engaging special events.

Inspired by the natural surroundings and passionate community of artists, growers and makers, the picturesque destination was designed to foster experiences that embrace the outdoors and support local businesses.

PIE &TART SALE
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Knox United Church, Dorset, 1012 Harvey Ave., Dorset, ON, P0A 1E0, Canada
Knox United Church, Dorset is having the Annual Canada Day Pie Sale, 1012 Harvey Ave., Dorset.
Assorted fruit pies, already baked or frozen ready for you to bake at home, and butter tarts, plain or with raisins. will be available for sale.
These pies and tarts sell quickly!
Pies – $20.00
Tarts – $12.00 for 6
Cash only

Feed the Mind
2026-06-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
CFUW Muskoka fundraiser for Charitable Trust Bursaries for young women furthering their education.

Poetry & Pastries: Poet James Morehead & Frenchie's Bakery Creperie
2026-07-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Dwight Library, 1014 Dwight Beach RD, Dwight, P0A 1H0
Enjoy the poetry of James Morehead (Poet Laureate – Dublin, California) and local pastries from Frenchie’s Bakery Creperie.

Join James Morehead (Poet Laureate Emeritus – Dublin, California), as he reads selections from his books, fields questions on writing poetry, and discusses his writing process. There will be a book signing after the reading. Local pastries from Frenchie’s Bakery Creperie will be provided.
This event is family-friendly and hosted by the Lake of Bays Township Public Library.
James Morehead is the Poet Laureate of Dublin, California, host of the Viewless Wings Poetry Podcast, and has published several collections of poetry including “canvas”, “portraits of red and gray”, and “The Plague Doctor.” James’ poem “tethered” was transformed into an award-winning hand drawn animated short film, “gallery” was set to music for baritone and piano, and his poems have appeared in the Ignatian Literary Magazine, Beyond Words Literary Magazine, 2nd Place – Oprelle Oxbow Poetry Contest 2022, Citron Review, Ekphrastic Review, Loud Coffee Pres, Cathexis Northwest Press, and other publications. James has performed his poetry at the Patagonia Poet Laureate Celebration, on the SF Chronicle’s Total SF podcast, on NPR’s Poetically Yours, as Guest Poet at the 20th Annual Haiku Festival (Chicago), and other events.
“You’ll come to expect the unexpected, because leafing through this book is akin to walking through an exhibition, through a series of galleries wherein Morehead’s far-reaching imagination is released.” —Robert Dunsdon for The Colorado Review
“James Morehead’s poetry pulses with vibrant detail. In this new collection, this poet has created a vivid document that captures what it means to be perpetually inspired by the world in all its facets.” —Tina Cane, Poet Laureate of Rhode Island and author of Body of Work and Year of the Murder Hornet
“The poems ricochet off the visual images in unexpected ways, so that this book – where word and image converge – reminds me of a pinball machine. As in that song by The Who, Morehead is our ‘pinball wizard.’ Whether writing free verse, haikus, or ballad-like rhymes, he ‘sure plays a mean pinball.’ Morehead creates his own boisterous ‘cacophony of bells / that flash in reds, greens, and golds.’” —Donald Platt, author of Swansdown

Baysville Summer Sounds in Grist Mill Park
2026-07-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Grist Mill Park, 1098 Birch Glen Rd., Baysville, P0B 1A0
Live Music in Baysville
Step into the guitar-driven glory days of the 80s with Lakeshore Road!
Live at Grist Mill Park, Baysville Wednesday, July 8th at 7 pm!
Experience the electrifying energy of classic rock hits from Bryan Adams to ZZ Top. Lakeshore Road’s authentic sound and dynamic stage presence guarantee a night of non-stop fun and memorable tunes.
FREE sponsored by the Baysville Community Group

Paddle Painting Event at Kent Park
2026-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Kent Park, 75 Main Street East, Huntsville, Ontario, Canada
Join us on Thursday July 23 from 10 am to noon for a Fun Paddle Painting Class guided by local artist Helena Renwick
Your two hour session will be at Kent Park -rain or shine as we will enjoy a covered area!
The cost for this fun event is $65.00 incl. tax.
Included : 24″ paddle, acrylic paint and lots of laughter!
Event hosted by Eclipse Art Gallery & BIA

Kearney Regatta
2026-07-31 - 2026-08-02 | 8 Main Street, 8 Main Street, Kearney, P0A 1M0
Celebrate summer in Kearney, Ontario at the annual Kearney Regatta! There’s something for all ages at this action-packed long weekend filled with community spirit, lakeside fun, and friendly competitions. From July 31 to August 2, come and enjoy our family-friendly activities, boat races, bustling vendor market, delicious food, and classic Regatta traditions! Kearney’s beloved event brings residents and visitors together right in the heart of our town. The Kearney Regatta is a highlight of the season you won’t want to miss!
For more details and to stay up to date, visit: www.townofkearney.ca/regatta
