Alton Mill Dam (2025) is a large-scale outdoor installation of a direct-positive pinhole photograph by artist Risa Horowitz. Made with a handmade camera at Alton Mill Arts Centre, the image centres on the concrete dam where Shaw’s Creek was engineered to drive what became the longest-running water-powered mill on the Upper Credit River system. The…
Local Girl Guides are invited to submit artwork exploring the theme "What Guiding Means to Me." Selected works will be exhibited alongside historic Girl Guide artifacts and photos from the…
Following a warmly received debut exhibition, Iwona Chychlowska returns to the Alton Mill Arts Centre with a new collection of oil paintings that celebrate the beauty found in everyday moments. Working in the rich tradition of oil painting, Iwona combines confident brushwork with a sensitive eye for light, colour and atmosphere, creating works that invite…
Wildlife photographer, William Mitchell, captures the quiet moments many of us never have the chance to witness. Through remarkable patience, careful observation and a deep respect for the natural world, his photographs reveal the beauty, intimacy and untamed spirit of Canadian wildlife. William's work has already earned national recognition. His striking photograph of a rare…
An early literacy storytime that gives kids a jump-start to a love of reading. Interactive activities like talking, singing, reading and playing. No registration is required.
Tokens of Love is an art show that reclaims the flower as a serious and personal subject. Historically dismissed as feminine and decorative, floral painting was one of the few genres women were "allowed" to pursue. In this series each bloom is based on real flowers gifted to the artist by loved ones, portraits of…
Program activities that include exercise, educational opportunities, therapeutic recreation, and creative arts and crafts.
The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) provides an opportunity for local youth to share their ideas about the library's teen programs, services and collection. Entering Grade 9 in September? Join TAG and start earning your high school community service volunteer hours.
Join in an evening of fun showcasing the original creations of resident and local artisans at Williams Mill Creative Arts Studios. You’ll enjoy live music and find something tasty to eat at the food truck. The upper parking lot provides the perfect spot to host an Art Crawl. Wander through the interior studio and explore…
