Festival Welcome

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

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Festival Opening & Welcome

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join us to kick-off our 2023 summer festival, including welcome, introductions and program highlights from our festival programmers.Welcome and introductions - Joan Bendon, Festival Director, Muskoka Chautauqua Welcome and Land […]

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Gallery Exhibition Opening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Opening reception for this season’s exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring pieces by: Sean William Dawson Gayle Dempsey Rob ElliottAudrey Mah Greg Hindle Susan HindleChristine HumeMagdalena TarkoLisa ElderMallory TingeySharon […]

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10 Day Evening Festival Pass: All Musical Performances & Hot Docs Films

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Purchase a 10-day festival evening pass to attend any of the musical performances or hot docs film screenings.Join the fun every evening of the festival! Purchase a 10-day festival evening […]

Big Smoke Brass Band Waterfront Concert

Windermere Wharf 2510 Windermere Road, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

A heavy-hitting brass band playing Top 40 hits to the classics. From the streets of Toronto to a waterfront concert at the Windermere Wharf.Born on the streets of Toronto in […]

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Auyervedic Yoga & Meditation (Saturday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Auyervedic yoga classes with Magdalena Tarko of Divine Intentions. This is a gentle yoga class with all levels welcome!Auyervedic yoga classes with Magdalena Tarko of Divine Intentions. This is a […]

Pop-Art Workshop with Mallory Tingey

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join Mallory Tingey for an exciting pop-art workshop that will ignite your creativity and transport you into the vibrant world of pop-art!Visual Arts Workshop Series sponsored by Ruthann Brown, Engel […]

Pop-up Bookstore

2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

Pop-up Bookstore at Windermere Village Hall

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Saturday)

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Free

Pages of Wonder: Family Literacy Adventure Day

Village Hall 2416, Windermere, ON, Canada

Book readings by Margot Denomme and interactive fun games and stories with Sandy Inkster, face painting and more!Join us for an enchanting journey into the world of words at our […]

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Gemstone Bracelet Making Workshop with Magdalena Tarko – Workshop #2

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join Magdalena Tarko of Divine Intentions to create your own gemstone bracelet. Supplies are included!Join us for an enchanting and creative experience as we delve into the world of gemstone […]

Mississauga Symphony Orchestra

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

The Mississauga Symphony Orchestra returns to Muskoka Chautauqua to perform an entertaining concert featuring classics, pop, & movie themes!The Mississauga Symphony Orchestra is passionate about, and committed to maintaining and […]

Auyervedic Yoga & Meditation (Sunday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Auyervedic yoga classes with Magdalena Tarko of Divine Intentions. This is a gentle yoga class with all levels welcome!Auyervedic yoga classes with Magdalena Tarko of Divine Intentions. This is a […]

Children’s Cartooning & Button Making Workshop with Sean William Dawson

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Participants will explore several different techniques and processes in creating their very own unique cartoon characters.Participants will explore several different techniques and processes in creating their very own unique cartoon […]

Pop-up Bookstore

2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

Pop-up Bookstore at Windermere Village Hall

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Sunday)

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Free

Embodied Writing with Carol Anderson & Terrill Maguire

The Baldwins Resort 2497 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

The workshops meld motion, sensation, gesture and text, intriguing participants with the joyful process of diving into the act of writing.Since 2012, Terrill and Carol have offered engaging moving/writing workshops […]

‘Muskoka Heritage Nuggets’ Lecture with historian Patrick Boyer

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Patrick Boyer shares his newest book, Muskoka Heritage Nuggets and the history of Chautauqua in Muskoka. Q&A session to follow the lecture.J. Patrick Boyer Unveils Muskoka Heritage NuggetsThis 2023 season […]

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Music Under the Stars with Bet Smith

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Music Under the Stars with the soothing sounds of Bet Smith!Bet Smith is a Muskoka-based alternative roots singer-songwriter who weaves environmental and socio-political philosophy into rich, reflective compositions. With a […]

‘Unsyncable’ Documentary: Hot Docs Summer Screening Series

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join us for the screening of 'Unsyncable' directed and written by Megan Wennberg and presented by Hot DocsSwimmers in their sixties and beyond make a splash as they hold back […]

Feel the Felt Workshop with Melanie Siegel (Morning)

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Participants will be engaged with Artist Melanie Siegel for a hands-on mini workshop in wet felting of cords to create a neckpiece or amuletVisual Arts Workshop Series sponsored by Ruthann […]

Pop-up Bookstore

2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

Pop-up Bookstore at Windermere Village Hall

Free

Smartphone Photography: Impact Within Your Pocket!

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Unleash your creative potential with the camera you carry in your pocket every day - your iPhone!Unleash your creative potential with the camera you carry in your pocket every day […]

Dancing With Trees: A Durational Dance By Terrill Maguire With Native Flute

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Dancing with Trees is a contemplative, site specific, durational performance. Come and enjoy the dance experience!Dancing with Trees is a contemplative, site specific, durational performance in conjunction with the beautiful […]

Feel the Felt Workshop with Melanie Siegel (Afternoon)

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Participants will be engaged with Artist Melanie Siegel for a hands-on mini workshop in wet felting of cords to create a neckpiece, amuletWith the guidance of Artist in Residence Melanie […]

The Art of Feminine Negotiation Lecture with author Cindy Watson

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Cindy Watson shares the ins and outs of her new book: 'How to Get What You Want from the Boardroom to the Bedroom' followed by a Q&ACindy is a highly […]

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Beverlie & Charlie

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Beverlie & Charlie'Po Cholly' Charlie Robertson | www.reverbnation.com/pochollyCharlie has been an itinerant bluesman for 50 years, traveling the globe, hosting concerts and conducting workshops. He is well-known for his blues […]

‘Silvicola’ Documentary: Hot Docs Summer Screening Series

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join us for the screening of 'Silvicola' directed by Jean-Philippe Marquis and presented by Hot DocsWinner of the John Kastner Award There are trees that have stood for thousands of […]

Nature Journaling with Rob Elliott

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Nature Journaling with Rob ElliottThis course is about using sketchbooks to gain a deeper understanding of the natural world.A nature sketchbook can improve one’s observations, aid with memory, and be […]

Pop-up Bookstore

2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

Pop-up Bookstore at Windermere Village Hall

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Tuesday)

Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

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Clay Wall Planter Workshop with Sharon Wagner-Chazalon

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Create mini-heart shaped wall pockets, perfect for adding your own air plants or dried flowers!Come and get your hands dirty with Sharon of Swaggy Pots! Rediscover your inner child as […]