Exhibits
“Treasures” is an art exhibit by local artist Douglas Woodford. An artist reception will take place on June 13, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Torbay History House Second Floor Art Gallery is planned for you to meet and speak with Douglas and listen to an excellent performance by Charla Woodford.
Duration: June 1 – June 30
Where: Torbay History House Second Floor Art Gallery
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at DNorvey@torbay.ca
Workshops & Demonstrations
Grounds Café Hookers Rug Hooking
The Grounds Café Hookers will be out on the front porch again if the weather cooperates, hooking rugs and welcoming any questions or admiration you would like to provide.
Duration: June to August
When: Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m
Where: Torbay History House Front Porch
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Hannah Cooper at hcooper@torbay.ca
Art Appreciation 50+
Torbay History House is happy to welcome adults 50+ to nurture their creativity in our Community Room. We have all sorts of craft materials available, from acrylics to watercolours, pastels and more, so this is a free space to bring your ideas to life!
There will be an instructor once a month in June, July, and August. Otherwise, this is an opportunity to explore and create on your own.
Duration: June 3 to August
When: Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 50+
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at DNorvey@torbay.ca
The first Art Appreciation 50+ special instructor will be Indigenous Creator Jackie Shannahan!
When: June 17 from 2:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 50+
Fees: Free (Pre-registration Required through e-Services or by contacting Torbay History House)
Local Artist Heather Coughlan will be instructing a watercolour class in July!
When: July 15 from 2:00 p.m -3:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 50+
Fees: Free (Pre-registration Required through e-Services or by contacting Torbay History House)
The last Art Appreciation 50+ special instructor will be Indigenous Creator Jackie Shannahan!
When: August 19 from 2:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 50+
Fees: Free (Pre-registration Required through e-Services or by contacting Torbay History House)
Music on the Deck Summer Series
Join us on Wednesday evenings for some music on the Torbay History House stage!
Duration: July 8 - August 26
When: Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Derrick Dymond at ddymond@torbay.ca
Pride in July Extravaganza
Pride in July Extravaganza at History House will feature music, games, prizes, face painting, and story time for children of all ages!
When: July 11 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at DNorvey@torbay.ca
Pride in July Drag Show
Pride in July Drag Show will take place after following our Pride in July Extravaganza at the Fiddler’s Gosse and Jennings Stage!
When: July 11 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m
Where: Fiddler’s Gosse and Jennings Stage
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at DNorvey@torbay.ca
Mayor's Garden Party
Join Torbay Mayor Craig Scott for some light refreshments and yard games on the grounds of the Torbay History House! Come ready to have fun for all ages!
When: August 8 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at DNorvey@torbay.ca
Our Big Summer Book Swap
Torbay History House is excited to be hosting our fourth big book swap! This is a free event where you can bring books you’d like to donate, or just come to browse!
When: August 9 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Hannah Cooper at hcooper@torbay.ca
Summer Kids Programming
Stop into Torbay History House for an afternoon of creative workshops and fun!
Duration: August 17 - August 21
When: Daily from 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Hannah Cooper at HCooper@torbay.ca
