Walk-About at the Haliburton School of The ArtsDates: July 6, 2006 to August 31, 2006
Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Haliburton School of The Arts
Come out and enjoy the works of the students every Thursday at the Haliburton School of the Arts. Students, family, friends and community members alike are all welcome to visit the classrooms, see the works, meet and talk with the instructors.

For more information call 705-457-1680

Guided Tours of the Haliburton Sculpture Forest
Dates: July 1, 2006 to August 31, 2006
Location: The Parking Lot of Fleming College.
Each Tuesday in July and August at 10 am the Haliburton Forest is offering free guided tours of the haliburton Sculture Forest.

Please wear comfortable shoes!
The Tours start at 10 am and last about 1-11/2 Hours.

For more information please contact
Vanessa Smith
705-457-3555
or
email : info@haliburtonsculptureforest.ca

While you are hanging out in the Haliburton Highlands Ontario stay with us in a Bed and Brealfast.

Haliburton School of the Arts
Dates: April 1, 2006 to September 1, 2006
Location: Haliburton

Haliburton School of The Arts

Discover the creative energy and inspiring setting that is as much a part of the Haliburton School of The Arts as the courses within the schedule. Whether you seek motivation or retreat, simplicity or challenge, you will be encouraged to find your creative voice within a community that fosters a sense of belonging. With an eclectic and extensive variety of courses offered at a range of skill levels, there’s something for everyone! In addition to the courses there are many extra-curricular opportunities to share time with fellow students and faculty members. Wine and cheese gallery receptions, free presentations, instructor slide shows, self-guided walk-about exhibitions, and social evenings with dinner and entertainment will complete your Haliburton experience.

For more information please visit the website
While you are in the Haliburton Highlands we hope you will stay at a Haliburton Highlands Bed and Breakfast.

It’s Hip to be Square
Dates: July 1, 2006 to September 2, 2006
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Stanhope Community Centre

There’s a Square dancer in everyone!

Square dancing is the perfect cottage activity for people of all ages. Don’t worry, Linda and Ernie will run a clinic for new dancers so you and your family and guests can come out and learn all you need to know to enjoy a night of square dancing.

Directions: At Carnarvan (118 & 35), go north 4 km to North Shore Rd. Turn east - 1/2km to hall

Dates: July 1, 22; August 5, 12, 26; September 2

Time: 7:00 pm: Clinic for new dancers
8:00 pm: Square Dance

It’s Hip to be Square
Shindiggin Summer Square Dancing
with LIVE MUSIC

For more information visit www.shindiggin.com or contact Linda/Ernie at 705-489-1119 or 905-773-1909

Highland Summer Festival
Dates: July 3, 2006 to August 30, 2006
Location: Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion
Six great weeks of live theatre at the Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion at the High School, Haliburton. The Highlands Summer Festival presents a summer of laughs, music, dance and drama. This year’s program includes: Maggie’s Getting Married by Norm Foster, The Miracle Worker by william Gibson, Over the River and Through the Woods by Joe DiPietro and If Music Be the Food of Love….Play On.

Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion Haliburton,
Contact: Box office Tel: 705-457-9933 Fax: 705-457-2534
Email: tickets@highlandssummerfestival.on.ca

Astronomy ProgramDates: July 4, 2006 to September 1, 2006
Location: Haliburton Forest and Wilidlife Reserve
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. You are welcomed to join a fascinating evening under the stars. Haliburton Forest Staff will lead you through the on-site, dark sky observatory to view and learn about the night sky. The outdoor program is help on clear nights. In case of cloudy nights, an exciting indoor, planetarium program awaits. Pre-registration is required.

For more information call 705-754-2198

Heritage Walking TourDates: July 7, 2006 to July 28, 2006
Location: Minden Village, Haliburton Highlands Ontario
Our costumed guide takes you through the street of Minden pointing out historical sites along the way. Compare the then and now through the use of photographs. Wear comfortable shoes - the tour leaves at 10:30am sharp and ends at around noon. Admission $2

Minden Village Minden
Contact: Carol Simmons Tel: 705-286-3154
Email: museum@minden.on.ca

Wolf Howl
Dates: July 6, 2006 to August 31, 2006
Location: Haliburton Forest and Wilidlife Reserve
Every Thursday night this summer experience the wonders of the howling wolf.

This is a unique opportunity that will allow you to hear there song and learn about their history. The evening starts with a presentation about wolves, dispelling some of the many myths surrounding the elusive creatures. The program then ends with a wolf howl.

The cost $1.00 per person and for more information cal 705-754-2198

Wildlife CSI: Welcome to the world of Wildlife Forensics! This family oriented program held in the Haliburton Highlands, is filled with hands on activities which will familiarize participants with various aspects of wildlife identification using DNA, tracks, furs, skulls and much more! Professionals in the field of Wildlife Forensics will share their knowledge and experiences to help you become the expert. Participants will become the investigators, examining clues and following evidence to determine “who done it” in a wildlife crime scene. Conservation Officers will lead an exciting K-9 Unit demonstration, showing how dogs help solve wildlife crimes. (more…)