As we approach the summer months, we at OMAH are preparing for a third season of our Wednesday night 19+ walking tour, “Gangs, Guns & Grog: True Stories of Orillia’s Wild West Days.” We invite you to join us for an early access edition of this entertaining program that takes guests back in time to the 1870’s The 1.5 hour tour is filled with stories of shootouts and brawls, brothels and bootleggers. At the end of the night guests are dropped off at the Hog N’ Penny Pub where the first drink is on OMAH.
For tour details or to RSVP, please contact Lindsay at historycoordinator@orilliamuseum.org to reserve your space.
Who: Couchiching Craft Brewing Co
What: Canada Day Downtown Festival & Entertainment (FREE ADMISSION, Family-Friendly, Age of Majority will be ID’s for wristbands)
Where: 162 Mississaga St. E, Orillia Ontario L3V 1V9 and parking lot (enclosed and licensed)
When: Saturday July 1, 2023 from 12pm Noon until 10pm
Why: To provide a downtown celebration location for Canada Day Festivities, including family-friendly activities, live music and entertainment with a craft beer and beverage garden
Join us for an inclusive and exciting Storytime on Saturday, June 17th at 10:30 a.m. where we celebrate every child and family for who they are. We’ll read stories, sing songs, and engage in fun activities with a message of acceptance, equity, and love!
No registration required!
The following information has been published by the City to be passed along to the public. Kindly review the information below regarding an upcoming Public Meeting with the OPP.
OPP Orillia Detachment 2023-2025 Action Plan The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Orillia Detachment is developing a new three-year action plan. The activities, programs and services outlined within the 2023-2025 Action Plan will address local community safety issues and will align with the OPP’s Strategic Plan.
A Public Meeting of the Orillia Police Services Board will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Orillia City Centre (50 Andrew St. S.).
Anyone may attend the public meeting and make a verbal statement, and/or submit comments in writing regarding community satisfaction with police services, property crime, youth crime, calls for services, traffic safety, and resource planning. Written comments for inclusion on the agenda may be submitted by noon on Thursday, June 8, 2023 through the following methods:
Mail: Orillia Police Services Board, 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia, Ont. L3V 7T5 Fax: 705-325-5178
Email: astafford@orillia.ca
For more information, please contact Ashley Stafford, Executive Assistant to the Orillia Police Services Board, at 705-558-9550 or email astafford@orillia.ca.
DWN looks forward to welcoming you into our new space and sharing our passion for chocolate making with you! We are opening the entire space so you can see how we make our small batches of chocolate. Refreshments, treats and samples will be served.
June 20, 2023 from 3-7pm
21 Peter St S, Orillia
Welcome to Downtown Orillia’s Merchants and Makers Event!
On July 22nd from 10am – 5pm, join us downtown for a Saturday filled with interactive demos, handmade goods, unique products, and interactive activities for your family. This event will feature our downtown stores, market vendors, , live music, street animation, and much more! This event area is Mississaga St from Albert St to Front St, and Peter St S.
Interested in being a vendor? Click
HERE to fill out the vendor form!
Join us for an evening of art and celebration! Mariposa Arts Theatre presents QUEER CABARET, on Saturday, June 10 at 7:30pm at the Mariposa Arts Theatre Centre (12 Brammer Drive, Orillia). Featuring drag artists, singers, poets and more, come out and enjoy local talent and celebrate Pride Month in style…
FEATURING:
Drag Artists: Themme, Rodaysha Red Ashes, & Champagne Top’Her
Poets: Mitch Gibbons & Amy Miller
Singers: Josh Halbot & Richard Birch
** This is a 19+ event **
Time & Location
Jun 10, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
The MAT Center, 12 Brammer Dr, Orillia, ON L3V 7T4, Canada
For more information & tickets, click HERE.
Calling all BIA business and property owners! Creative Nomad Studios is hosting a membership social on May 17th from 5pm – 6:30pm. Get to know your fellow BIA members and enjoy $4 drinks!
