The New Year is the perfect time to explore all the North has to offer and try something new. Make the most of the Winter months and warm up with these hot happenings. Check back often for more of the latest and greatest!
Stars and Songs
When: January 15
Where: The Canadian Ecology Centre, Mattawa
The 3rd annual “Stars and Songs” event returns with Juno award winner, Ian Tamblyn. Join this Canadian Musician and adventurer for an evening of songs and storytelling. Stay for the night or make it a weekend and enjoy a bonus evening of night sky telescope viewings and a campfire!
Sudbury Living Wedding Showcase
When: January 17
Where: Caruso Club, Sudbury
Join us at Sudbury’s premiere wedding show. Thousands of dollars in prizes including a destination trip to a 5 star resort in Punta Cana. Explore Sudbury’s finest local wedding vendors and make your wedding special.
Vision Board and Custom Journal Make and Take
When: January 19
Where: Metamorphosis, Val Caron
Why not come out and join us? We provide all materials (Journal and board provided, markers, pens, paint, embellishments and pre-printed worksheets etc). Participants are encouraged to bring any embellishments they may want to incorporate from photos, magazines to use, postcards etc and anything they would like to personally include on their boards or in their journals.
This is a wonderful way to center yourself going forward into this new decade and a great way to focus and track your progress.
Affordably Numb: Pink Floyd’s The Wall
When: January 22-25
Where: Sudbury Theatre Centre
Some of Sudbury’s best musicians pay tribute to one of the most successful and influential groups in popular music history, Pink Floyd. This fully realized rock concert, complete with set projections and laser light show, showcases the entire song list of the multi-platinum/diamond album The Wall, one of the greatest of all time.
Ladies Night
When: January 25
Where: Laurentian Ski Hill, North Bay
Come learn at ALL levels, ski or board. Start on the beginner hill, or go straight to the chair lift for a fun race. Apres ski at the bonfire with our signature drink. Door prizes, girl time and appetizers till they’re gone. Tell your friends, bring your friends! Non-skiers welcome. Tickets available at the upper lodge. $20 event ticket required. Includes lift and rentals if needed.
High Tea
When: January 26
Where: Cedar Nest Decor Cafe, Sudbury
Our high tea menu shall be prepared for our guests including savory sandwiches, fresh hot scones, and an array of decadent desserts. We will be serving our premium grade Assam black tea which is sure to delight your palette.
Art Battle
When: January 30
Where: WKP Kennedy Gallery, North Bay
Join us for an electric Thursday evening full of live art!
Come watch the paint fly before your eyes and help vote to determine the Winner as artists battle the clock & each other in 3 fast-paced rounds.
All artwork will also be available for auction during this incredible night of community and creation!
Be a part of the fun as a spectator, or participate as one of the featured artists by applying online at www.artbattle.com/artists!
WHAT IS ART BATTLE?
Art Battle® is live competitive painting. Painters create the best work they can in 20 minutes. As they work, patrons move around the easels, closely watching the creative process. The medium is acrylic paint and the tools allowed are brushes, palette knives or any non-mechanical implements. At the end of the round, the audience votes democratically for their favourite painting and bids in silent auction to take the work home. Art Battle happens in more than 50 cities worldwide, check artbattle.com for local listings!
Coaches Cafe Presented by the Sudbury School of Fitness: Guest Speaker Mike Foligno
When: January 30
Where: Salute Coffee Company, Sudbury
Come join some amazing coaches at Salute for inspiration, education and some warm beverages. Sessions start at 6 pm. On January 30th, Mike Foligno, former NHL hockey player and coach will speak on motivation and professionalism for 2020.
Donations for the Kivi Park Affordability Fund will be accepted.
We Will Rock You
When: January 30
Where: Sudbury Community Arena
We Will Rock You
The North American Tour of the Hit Musical by Queen and Ben Elton
Food and Wine Pairing Dinner
When: February 1
Where: 1886 Lakehouse Bistro, Callander
Includes – canapes, 5 course locally sourced dinner, French wine pairings, live music
545 – 645pm – Cocktails & Canapes
645-915pm – Winemakers Dinner
10pm – Live Music with Bryan Moore
Cost – $125 per person ++
Australian Wine Tasting
When: February 4
Where: Wanderer Food & Wine, Sudbury
Australia has more than 60 designated wine regions totalling approximately 160,000 hectares – but most people can only name one or two…or are just familiar with Australian Shiraz.
Come and join us to sample 5 wines from different Australian wine regions – and discover a new appreciation for what Australians are producing.
Samples of 5 wines, tasting notes and tip sheets included.
Light snacks provided.
Rising Up
When: February 6
Where: The Grande Event Centre, North Bay
We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a second edition of “Rising Up”, an evening of music, comedy and celebration of Amelia Rising’s work in the community. This year’s fundraiser will include a live music performance from Coco Love Alcorn as well as some great laughs with stand-up comedian Martha Chaves while our community gathers in solidarity. By attending or giving to this annual event you’ll be supporting Amelia Rising to continue our important work in teaching our kids and youth about consent and healthy relationships. Please note that we are a registered charity, therefore charitable tax receipts can be issued for donations that exceed the ticket price of $25.
Poutine, Pints and Plaid
When: February 7
Where: The Grande Event Centre, North Bay
Get your plaid on!
The Rotaract Club of North Bay – Nipissing is hosting their sixth annual Poutine, Pints and Plaid event!
Dine on gourmet poutine and drink some of Cecil’s famous craft beer, or any other drink of choice, while dancing the night away, with proceeds going to the North Bay and District Humane Society and other Rotaract community projects. Vegan and Vegetarian options available!
Carnevale – Masquerade Party
When: February 8
Where: Natura Catering and Events, Sudbury
A celebration of the annual Venetian festival complete with street food, performers and costumes.
More details to follow!
Tickets are $85 (plus taxes) and include food and wine sampling.
Call 705-523-2794.
Nuit D’Amour
When: February 14
Where: Guilty Pleasures Bakeshop + Bar, Sudbury
Indulge your senses during an intimate, up-scale, 8-course dinner inspired by the country of love for only 10 couples.
Toronto Chef, Rob Burlington, has artfully curated a menu which perfectly infuses haute-cuisine with the light & fresh influences of cuisine nouvelle, marrying classic French ingredients with the modern day palate.
Complete with live performance by local bilingual vocalist, Martine Fortin, this will be an elevated dining experience unlike any other.
Tickets available until February 2.
Kids Night Out
When: February 14
Where: ARC Climbing + Yoga, Sudbury
In search of something fun for the kids to do on Valentine’s Day? Look no further! Drop off the kids, ages 5 and up and we’ll keep them entertained while you enjoy a night out without having to stress about the little ones. We’ll provide pizza, drinks, a movie and of course lots of climbing! Registration open to members and non-members so be sure to tell your friends!
Spring is Coming Handmade Vendor Market
When: February 15
Where: 207 Ferguson St. North Bay
We have a huge unique space within a unique industrial vibe that we are looking to turn into an amazing venue to display local hand made products at a reasonable cost at our one day vendor market.
North Bay Farmers Market
When: Saturday’s, Oct 19-April 25
Where: North Bay Mall, 300 Lakeshore Drive
Visit our winter location for produce, preserves, cheese, meat, artisans, crafts, bath & body, baking and more!
Sudbury Market
When: Saturday’s, November 2-May 30
Where: Southridge Mall
Enjoy wholesome foods and unique locally made products. Meet local farmers, crafters, artisans, food vendors, and entertainers.
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