September promotional newsletter

​The kids are back in school, summer activities are over and it’s now time for you.  Why not take the art class that you always wanted to take, enjoying a live play, enjoy a long lunch with dear friends, or casually strolling through the an art gallery or artisan gallery to re-energize your inner spirit. At this time of year the air is crisp and the sun in shining,  so bring a favorite book and find the perfect spot in  beautiful Stewart Park  to relax and enjoy some quiet reflection.

Art & Class

Located in downtown Perth Ontario on the beautiful Tay River, Art & Class Studio Boutique opened its doors in the spring of 2010. Our gift shop features thoughtfully and locally made-by-hand gifts and artwork.
We carry the full colour line of Fusion Mineral Paint.

We have ongoing and drop-in art classes for all ages year round.

Classes for adults and students starting mid-September:
- Adult watercolor/acrylics: Tuesdays 1-3
- Adult open painting/sketching: Wednesdays 10:30-12:30
- Adult Learn to Paint (Acrylics): Wednesdays 6-8:30pm
-Wee Picassos (3-8yrs): Saturdays 11-12
- After School Art: 4-5pm
 
Upcoming Workshops:
 Beginner Oil (landscape) workshop, Sunday series 1-4pm
 
.  http://www.artandclass.ca/

studio 87

​Studio 87 is a welcoming Art Gallery located at 87 Gore St. and features well known professional artists, all from within 100km of Perth.   Sit by the fireplace and enjoy the period architecture in this lovingly restored building.  This stunning gallery can be rented for private events for 10-50 people, alcohol permits provided and Studio 87 offers catering options and menu selections.

Matheson House, home of the Perth Museum
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 The Perth Museum is celebrating 50 years in the Matheson House this year!
This popular tourist attraction, located downtown at 11 Gore Street East, is a National Historic Site. The stone dwelling was built in 1840 for the Honourable Roderick Matheson, wealthy merchant and a senator in Canada's first parliament after Confederation.
The Perth Museum is an excellent example of a small-town museum.  The collections include archives, decorative and fine arts, natural sciences and furnished period rooms; reflecting the lifestyle of the Matheson family who owned the house for 90 years.
The Visitor Information Centre/Tourism Office is located at the back of the Perth Museum. Hours of operation for both are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily between March and December; and close at 5 p.m. from January to March.
 
When you come to the Visitor Information Centre, staff will answer any questions you may have. You will find brochures, maps and information for your visit to the area. In the Gift Shop there is a beautiful selection of souvenirs and local books and items for sale. There are even public washrooms!
 
http://www.perth.ca/en/explore-perth/Museum.aspx
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studio Theatre

This month the Studio Theater is buzzing with excitement with 4 events occurring in the next few weeks.
Friday Sept 8th, the Concerts Flamenco are performing at 7 p.m. Described as an exciting evening of the best of traditional flamenco. Tickets are $25 at the door or at Shadowfax at 67 Gore St. 613-267-6817.

Friday, Sept. 15th presents “Hacksaw Ridge” as part of its Oscar Movie Nights series. Movie begins at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $10 at the door.

Thursday, Sept. 28th the play “The Tomorrow Box” opens at 7:30 p.m. A heartwarming story of home, heritage and being human, written by multi-award winning Canadian playwright Anne Chislett and directed by Carole Mason. http://studiotheatreperth.com/

November 2nd – 5th , features the “Marvelous Wonderettes.” This is a wonderful evening of song, dance, and memories as four fun loving women enjoy their high school prom with all the wonderful musical classics from the 50’s and 60’s. This is a fundraiser for  YAK, the Youth Action Kommittee in Perth. Tickets available at Tickets Please www.ticketsplease.ca

Riverguild

Located at 51 Gore St. in downtown Perth Riverguild features the works of over 75 local and Canadian Artists. They carry pottery, woodcarving, etchings, paintings, jewelry, fibre  art, hand blown glass, sheepskin slippers, leather work, ironwork, children’s games and toys and many other unique, on of a kind creations.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS IN DOWNTOWN PERTH!

Live Music at O’Reilly’s Bar and Grill, Sept 6th - Jack Surch, Sept 13th  Tom Watson, Sept 20th, Joe Skuce, Jamie Campbell and James Tork.  http://oreillyspubperth.com/music.html

Studio Theatre presents, "Conerts Flamenco", Friday Sept 8th at 7:30, Oscar Movie Night, Friday, Sept. 15th , “Hacksaw Ridge”, the play “The Tomorrow Box” – Opening Sept 28th, “Marvelous Wonderettes” Nov 2nd – 5th. Visit www.studiotheatreperth.com   for details.  Oscar Movie Night – “Fences” – Friday Aug 11th at 7:30 p.m.

Live Music at The Golden Arrow  - Sept 9th -  Matt Dickson @ 9  - 11:30, ,  Sept 15th  - Umberlume   @ 9 – 11:30 PM, Sept 22nd - Brea Lawrenson @ 9 – 11:30 PM, Sept 29th - Shawn McCullough @  9 – 11:30 PM - Sept 30th - Poetic Justice,    9 – 11:30 PM . Every Wednesday at 9 PM is Karaoke Night.   www.goldenarrowpub.com    

Fiddlehead’s Bar and Grilll, Sept 15th - Tom Watson, Sept. 29th, Henry Norwood.  http://www.fiddleheadsbarandgrill.com/

Downton Abbey High Tea Event, September 17th at the Crystal Palace.  Tickets available at The Crossroads Tea Room in Perth.  See poster below.