When Darryl Schwartz retired after 32 years with the Culture Department at the City of Toronto and moved to his new house on the banks of the York River he set two goals. He wanted to get better at playing…
“Create and Donate” event returns for third year at Playhouse
First there were wreaths and then there were holiday baubles and now, Hospice North Hastings is asking crafters and local artisans to tap into their creativity to create and donate porch décor for their third annual silent auction. “For the…
Brian D. Johnson screens Purdy doc at Playhouse
Fans of Al Purdy, the nation’s unofficial poet laurate, gathered at the Village Playhouse on June 8 for a special TIFF Film Circuit screening of the new documentary film, “Al Purdy Was Here.” The film was well received by fans…
Hospice Hockey Extravaganza back for second year
Thanks to a fabulous donation, hockey lovers can help our local Hospice and have a chance to win what would be a brilliant Valentine’s Day gift. Hospice North Hastings has been presented with a hockey gift pack for a second…
Bunnett fills Playhouse with sound and spirit
The Village Playhouse was packed on Saturday night with fans of Afro-Cuban Jazz who came to be delighted by Juno Award winner Jane Bunnett and her powerhouse Cuban band, Maqueque. The crowd was rewarded with two sets of killer beats,…
Bancroft date announced for Jane Bunnett and Maqueque
Fresh of another Juno Award win, this time for Best Jazz Album (Group) of the year, Jane Bunnett has announced a return to North Hastings on June 27th for a show at the Village Playhouse in Bancroft. Touring with her…
Maggie Smith and Kevin Kline create magic on the big screen
The May selection at the North of 7 Film Fest tells the tale of a New Yorker, Kevin Kline, who wants to sell the Paris apartment he’s inherited. Obstacles abound as Kline realises the apartment’s occupants — a spirited Maggie…
Sold out Gala welcomes supporters to Sultan’s Tent
What started as a love of Moroccan food, music and history morphed and grew into the theme for another sold-out Gala for Hospice North Hastings at the Bancroft Curling Club on May 2. Guests were invited to delight in the…
Great ideas shared at Playhouse Brainstorm session
Not even bad weather stopped the 40-plus artists, business owners and community leaders that filled the lobby of the Village Playhouse on April 8. Arriving with ideas and suggestions, attendees were welcomed to the historic theatre and asked to take…
Land Ho brings laughs to North of 7 Film Fest
If you’ve been dreaming of a road trip do not miss “Land Ho,” on April 14th. This US/Iceland co-production is our April North of 7 Film Fest selection and it is sure to delight those with an adventurous spirit. In…