Classic Theatre Festival Presents “The Voice of the Turtle” runs from June 21st to July 14th, 2019 at the St. James Anglican Church Auditorium in Perth.

The 9th-longest running play in Broadway history is a remarkable comedy about the passions and excitement of World War II-era New York City. When young people from across the nation converge on the Big Apple, they discover new loves, share their dreams, and navigate the challenges of rapidly changing moral codes. By the author of Bell, Book & Candle, I Am a Camera and There’s Always Juliet.

Date :
June 21 to July 14, 2019

Event location :
St. James Anglican Church Auditorium, Perth, ON

Contact :
Website: http://www.classictheatre.ca/

Art Works! Perth is an organization of creative artists working in, and close to, the heritage town of Perth, Ontario. The group was founded to provide a network for rural artists to come together to talk, learn, develop ideas and provide opportunities for other artists and community members to become involved in the visual arts in the Perth area.

The heritage character of Perth has attracted a significant number of artists, actors, and craftspeople to Lanark County, which in turn draws visitors from all over Ontario to a variety of cultural events throughout the year. Art Works! Perth wants this to grow, consolidating Perth’s reputation as a cultural destination and hub in the region.

Visitors to Perth can already browse shops, boutiques and galleries, go to the theatre, listen to live music, and check out crafts people at the local Saturday market. And now, Art Works! Perth wants to provide residents and visitors with an opportunity to meet the people who make art in Perth and to see some of them at work!

The founding group of 11 artists has invited guest artists to join them, in order to offer visitors a wider range of art forms and styles. All of the artists are keen to share with visitors their love of art, information about their chosen medium and what their studio space looks like.

Date :
Friday, June 21 from 2pm to 6pm

Saturday June 22 and Sunday June 23, 2019 from 10am to 4pm

Event location :
Perth, ON

Contact :
Website: http://www.artworksperth.ca/ or send e-mail at artworksperth@gmail.com

A celebration, show and sale of creative work to complement and enliven your gardens & outdoor space.

Art in the Garden being held on June 15th & 16th, 2019 showcases artists and crafts people among the extensive and mature display beds at Kiwi Gardens. Stroll through the walkways and exotic plantings to find all handmade works of art. On display are such items as garden sculptures, obelisks and arbours, blown glass, outdoor furniture, wind chimes, pottery and various other pieces of unique garden art. The pieces are made from a tremendous range of materials including wood, wrought iron, concrete, resins, glass and steel. This premiere garden show compliments the day with tasty food and beverages live music and plenty of benches to rest and enjoy the view.

Kiwi’s Retail Nursery is open throughout the weekend for those in search of a new addition or two to their own garden. Parking is available on the site and the admission fee is $5.00 per person.

Pets on a leash are welcome.

Date :
Saturday, June 15 to Sunday, June 16, 2019 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Event location :
Kiwi Gardens
687 Harper Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C9

Contact :
Website: http://www.kiwigardens.ca/

Join us for an evening of fabulous music celebrating the songs of The Carpenters. Relive the magic of Karen and Richards hit songs including Close To You, We’ve Only Just Begun, Superstar, Rainy Days And Mondays, Yesterday Once More, Top Of The World and many other album favorites and deep cuts. Featuring the fabulous Janice Wilkins and Darrell Bryan, backed by their all-star band with Dan Charbonneau, Mark Wilkins, and Duncan Holt.

Tickets: $24 at http://www.jansingskaren.com and at the door

Date :
Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 7:30pm

Event location :
63 Gore Street East, Unit 2, K7H 1H8
Perth, ON

Contact :
Website: https://www.studiotheatreperth.com

A series of Summer Pops Concerts at the Perth Legion that continues on throughout the summer!

All concerts are FREE to the public and are held in historic Stewart Park just behind the Perth Town Hall.
Bring along a lawn chair or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through the park.

The Perth Citizens’ Band has been an integral part of the musical and cultural heritage of the Town of Perth since 1852 and is the oldest continuously operating band in Canada. The continuity of the band from 1852 has been recorded in a book entitled, “ Sound the Trumpet “ written by local archivist, Daphne Overhill, published in 2002.

The band is comprised of members from Perth and surrounding areas of Lanark County. Every Tuesday night at 7:30 the band meets for rehearsal in a specially designated room upstairs in the Perth Town Hall. A wide variety of music is rehearsed from the bands’ extensive library, ranging from classics by Mozart, Handel etc. through the Gay Nineties, The Swing Era, the Beetles, Broadway, and contemporary works. Band membership is about 50 and includes all ages from teens to seniors with skill levels from beginners to professional. Some members also contribute time to other local groups such as the “Saints and Sinners” , The Perth Community Choir, and The Last Duel Brass Quintet. The band is directed by Brian Tackaberry, a professional high school music teacher.

The free concerts in Stewart Park are performed every other Thursday at 7:30 PM starting in the second week of June through the third week of August and include a Strawberry Social starting at 7 PM for the second concert. The band does a number of parades throughout the year including the Perth Fair Parade, parades for various local celebrations in other towns and typically four Santa Claus Parades in various towns. A major part of the bands funding for operating expenses comes from these parades. The band also does an annual Christmas concert, an annual “ Last Night At The Proms Concert ” plus a number of other concerts during each year.

Date :
Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 7:30pm

Event location :
Stewart Park Bandstand
80 Gore Street East, Perth, ON

Contact :
www.perthband.ca or email rmsgardiner@hotmail.com