he Recreation and Culture Committee is pleased to host the following event:

Greater Madawaska Landscape Artist of the Year

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Barnet Park, Calabogie, Ontario
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages welcome (Children, Youth, and Adults categories)


Overview

Get ready to paint the great outdoors! The Greater Madawaska Landscape Artist of the Year is a new community art competition celebrating the natural beauty of Calabogie and the talent of local artists. The Greater Madawaska Recreation and Culture Committee in partnership with local artists, invites artists of all styles and skill levels to participate in a friendly “en plein air” (outdoor) painting contest at picturesque Barnet Park.

Whether you're a seasoned amatuer painter or a budding young artist, this event is a fun and inspiring way to connect with nature, the arts, and the local community. 


Who Can Participate

The competition is open to everyone, with age categories for:

  • Primary (0-Grade 3) 
  • Children (Grade 4-8) 
  • Youth (High School) 
  • Adults (18+)

All styles and mediums are welcome. Artists must bring their own supplies (BYOG – Bring Your Own Gear). A limited number of basic materials will be available on-site for children and drop-in participants. The competition is intended for amateur artists but professionals are welcome to attend.


Event Format

  • 10:00 AM: Artist check-in
  • 10:30 AM: Welcome and introduction of judges, competition starts
  • 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Public judging and awards ceremony
  • 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Wrap Up

Artworks will be judged by a panel of local artists, with prizes for top entries in each age group. 


Registration

Registration is free and open to all.

Please register online here to receive event updates. Day of registration is also possible. 


Questions?

For more information, please contact:
GM Landscape Artist of the Year Coordinator
Colin Sutherland, GM Recreation and Culture Committee Member
Email


 

Activities in the Township

The Recreation and Culture Committee put together an extensive list of things going on around the Township over the summer.

Refer to the Website Calendar or activity organizer for details:

Active Recreation Opportunities

 

Beach Volleyball
Mondays, 6:00 pm
Barnet Park
5179 Calabogie Rd
Calabogie
Pickleball
Tue & Thu, 5:30–7:30pm               
St. Joseph’s School Gym
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Mad River Hiit Workout             
Tuesdays, 6:00 pm
Mad River Paddle Co.
1022 Madawaska St
Calabogie
Mad River Outdoor Run
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm
Mad River Paddle Co.
1022 Madawaska St
Calabogie
Walking Club
Wednesdays, 3:45 pm
St. Joseph’s School Gym
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Exercise Class
Thursdays, 9:00 am
Griffith & Matawatchan Recreation Centre
25991 Hwy 41
Griffith
Mad River Paddle Club
Thursdays, 6:00 pm
Location varies by week, check Mad River Paddle Facebook Page
Archery
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm
St. Andrew’s Church
1044 Madawaska St
Calabogie
Mad River Mountain Bike
Saturdays, 9:00 am
Mad River Paddle Co.
1022 Madawaska St
Calabogie
Karate Classes
Saturdays, 10:00 am
DACA Centre
111 Flat Rd
Dacre
Cultural and Community Opportunities
In Stitches (Crafting Group) Tuesdays, 10:00 am
GM Library
St.Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie                    
Adult Open Art Studio Tuesdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Treehouse Art Studio
729 Mill St
Calabogie
Watercolour Painting & Drawing Class                       Wednesdays, 10:00 am
Treehouse Art Studio
729 Mill St
Calabogie
Village Voices Choir Wednesdays, 10:00 am
Hilltop Church
25197 Hwy 41
Griffith
Babyccino Buddies Last Wednesday of each month 12-2 pm
Oh-el-la
636 Mill St
Calabogie
Library Book Club Monthly, e.g., June 18, July 18, 1:00 pm
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Play & Learn at the Library Thursdays, 9:30 am
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Lego Lounge Second Saturday of the month, 11am - 12 pm (drop-in, self-directed)
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie                                                                                 
Fun and Games

 

Lions Euchre                 
Mondays, 7:00 pm
Calabogie Community Hall
574 Mill St
Calabogie
Mahjong
Tuesdays, 2:00 pm
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Chess Club
Wednesdays, 3:45 pm
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Puzzlers
Fridays, 10:00 am
GM Library
St. Joseph’s School lower level
12629 Lanark Rd
Calabogie
Lions Bingo
Monthly, e.g., July 18, 7:00 pm
Calabogie Community Hall
574 Mill St
Calabogie
Summer Bingo
August 17, 2 pm
DACA Centre
111 Flat Rd
Dacre
Upcoming Events
 
Calabogie Market
Saturdays 10:00 am-1:00 pm
 
Calabogie Community Hall
574 Mill St
Calabogie                                                                 
Landscape Artist of the Year                                   
Saturday July 19, 10:00 am
Barnet Park
5179 Calabogie Rd Calabogie
Off-Road Adventure Academy
July 19th-20th and September 18th-19th.                                                     
Calabogie Peaks
30 Barrett Chute Rd
Calabogie
Sasquatch Family Fishing Derby
July 26
Barnet Park
5179 Calabogie Rd Calabogie
Nascar Canada Series
July 26-27
Calabogie Motorsports Park
462 Wilson Farm Rd
Calabogie
Music in the Park
Sunday August 10, 2:00-4:00 pm
Sunday September 12, 2:00-4:00 pm                                           
Barnet Park
5179 Calabogie Rd Calabogie
Calabogie Peaks Trail Run
August 24
Calabogie Peaks
30 Barrett Chute Rd
Calabogie
2025 Ottawa Spartan Event Weekend
August 23 - 24
Calabogie Peaks
30 Barrett Chute Rd
Calabogie
Calabogie Boogie Trail Ride (Dirt Biking)
September 6 - September 7
Calabogie Highlands Golf
981 Barryvale Rd
Calabogie
Taste of the Valley
September 20
Calabogie Community Hall
574 Mill St
Calabogie
Ottawa Valley Gravel Experience
(Gravel Bike Race)
Spring 2026
Calabogie

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