Featured Events in Hunter in December 2024 (July Updated)

Christmas With The Hicks is sure to be a toe-tapping, uplifting holiday musical extravaganza! This year, Kate Brioux, Melissa Payne and Kate Suhr are joined by the incredible Beau Dixon, whose soulful voice and charismatic presence will add a special touch to the evening. They will also be joined by local legends Nicholas Campbell and Paul Crough. Together, they will deliver a vibrant mix of classic Christmas favourites, a little country and a whole lot of soul! With their signature harmonies and a dash of holiday magic, Christmas With The Hicks is the perfect way to ring in the festive season with friends, family, and a whole lot of Christmas cheer. Join us on December 22nd at the Gordon Best Theatre in Peterborough, ON! Doors open at 6:30pm and show begins at 7:00pm. Christmas with the Hicks is in support of the Peterborough Musicians Benevolent Association. We are hoping to raise some money for this incredible orgranization that has helped so many of our local musicians. The Peterborough Musicians Benevolent Association (PMBA) is a not for profit founded by the late Phil Marshall (Mr Deluxe) in 2013. Their mandate is helping local musicians in need due to health or other reasons. They gratuitously acknowledge the generous support of local music fans and musicians. Follow them on Facebook for more information and monthly events. Extra donations can be sent to ptbomusiciansbenevolent@gmail.com We are incredibly thankful to our sponsors: Ashburnham Realty and Shaun Pearce Realtor and Andrew Pyle (CIBC) *Please note, the Gordon Best is not wheelchair accessible. There are stairs to the theatre. We are so sorry for the inconvenience. Information Source: The Hicks | eventbrite

Join History of Art for the next in the Research Seminar Series chaired by Dr Maryam Ohadi-Hamadani. This lecture will be hybrid. Please book your ticket for attendance in person or online. Further details on how to access the lecture will be sent to you following booking. The lecture will be followed by a drinks reception in the Higgitt Gallery. This talk is based on my current book project exploring the physical, psychological, and conceptual ramifications of bordering in works by artists whose practices have engaged with processes of abstraction in Britain since the 1970s. As well as giving an overview of the project, it will focus on a cluster of works made by the sculptor Veronica Ryan. Catherine Spencer is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Art History, University of St Andrews. Her current book project is titled Abstract Subjects: Art, Borders, and ‘Britain’, and with Amy Tobin and Maryam Ohadi-Hamadani she is co-editing Grassroots Artmaking: Political Struggle and Activist Art in the UK, 1960–Present (forthcoming, Bloomsbury Academic). Access Please let email eca.events@ed.ac.uk if you have any access requirements. Please see ECA's privacy notice for more information on how your personal details provided will be used and stored. Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

Join History of Art for the next in the Research Seminar Series chaired byDr Tamara Trodd. This lecture will be hybrid. Please book your ticket for attendance in person or online. Further details on how to access the lecture will be sent to you following booking. The lecture will be followed by a drinks reception in the Higgitt Gallery. During the Cold War, the GDR, influenced by the USSR, became a major uranium producer, supplying 220,000 tons exclusively to the Soviet Union. This talk explores how nuclear themes influenced countercultural art and literature in East Germany. Dr Sarah Edith James has a BA in Social & Political Sciences and Art History from the University of Cambridge (2001) and an MA (2002) and PhD (2007) from the Courtauld Institute of Art. She is Professor of Visual Culture, Manchester School of Art, MMU. Access Please let email eca.events@ed.ac.uk if you have any access requirements. Please see ECA's privacy notice for more information on how your personal details provided will be used and stored. Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

Sparq Presents: Holidaze Comedy Show Get ready to laugh your socks off this holiday season at the Holidaze Comedy Show! 🗓 Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 🕖 Doors Open: 7:00 PM | Show Starts: 8:00 PM 📍 Venue: The Gordon Best Theatre, 216 Hunter St. W, Peterborough, ON Join us for an unforgettable night of comedy featuring some of the best stand-up talent around: Headliner: Nitish Sakhuja – As seen on Just For Laughs, Halifax Comedy Fest, and SiriusXM! Nitish is visiting Canada from LA where he is currently opening shows with Russell Peters, and he'll bring his signature humour and charisma to the stage, guaranteed to have you rolling in laughter. Featuring: Brad Bryans – Bringing his sharp wit and relatable stories, Brad is ready to keep the laughs coming! Emcee: Drew Behm – Your hilarious host for the night, ensuring the energy stays high and the laughs keep coming! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Redpath Wellness Centre @ Right to Heal, supporting important mental health initiatives. 🎟 Tickets: $25 each (+ ticket fee) 🚫 19+ Event (Must be 19 or older to attend) Don't miss out on this incredible night filled with holiday cheer, laughter, and good times! Grab your tickets now before they're gone! Scan the QR code on the poster or click the link to purchase tickets! Please note: Unfortunately, this venue does not have an accessible entrance. Information Source: Phillip Jolicoeur | eventbrite