Owen Sound city hall. (photo by Claire McCormack)
The City of Owen Sound is holding its 2022 Arts and Cultural Awards this weekend.
The awards are set for May 1 and the nominees include musicians, visual artists, performers, as well as both new and long-established organizations and events.
This free event will be hosted at the Georgian Bay Centre for the Arts in Owen Sound and everyone is welcome to attend, with the reception starting at 2 p.m..
The city says local and well-known Canadian musician Coco Love Alcorn will emcee for the event, with performances from local musician Drew McIver and emerging artist nominee Paige Warner. Songs from the upcoming play Matilda Jr. will also be played.
The awards are presented bi-annually by the city and all award winners will receive a custom and locally made wooden bowl, with the emerging artist winner receiving a $500 cash prize.
Mayor Ian Boddy says, “these awards are a great celebration of Owen Sound’s vibrant local arts scene. Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees and winners, and thank you for enriching and inspiring our community through arts and culture.”
