Recreation and Culture Committee

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 full details:

Active Recreation Opportunities
Activity/Event
Date & Time
Location
Pickleball
Tue & Thu, 5:30–7:30pm               
St. Joseph’s School Gym
12629 Lanark Rd
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
Archery
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm
St. Andrew’s Church
1044 Madawaska St
Calabogie
Karate Classes
Saturdays, 10:00 am
DACA Centre
111 Flat Rd
Dacre

Cultural and Community Opportunities
Activity/Event Date & Time
Location
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 & Games
Activity/Event
Date & Time
Location
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 in the Township
Event
Date & Time
Location
Information to come
Information to come
Information to come

Previous Committee Events

Dates: Sunday, August 10, 2025 and Sunday, September 21, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Barnet Park, 5179 Calabogie Road, Calabogie, Ontario
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages welcome 

Bring a blanket, round up your family and friends, and bask in the sunshine as live music fills the air!

For more information, please contact the Township office by email or 613-752-2222.

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

The Great Pumpkin Walk

November 1, 2025, come at 5:00pm and pumpkin lighting will be at 6:00pm

Heritage Point, 12517 Lanark Rd, Calabogie

Bring your carved pumpkin to showcase.

Sip hot chocolate and cider.

Stroll through the glowing pumpkin lineup.

Youth versus Adult Pumpkin showdown.

Treat bags for the kids.

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