The Downtown Guelph Business Association and The Tricar Group have teamed up to provide downtown Guelph with a new space to view art. Created at the 2012 Graffiti Fest, these pieces from local street artists will surround the RiverHouse Condominium construction site at MacDonell and Woolwich Streets. This is an excellent opportunity for passersby to […]
Category: Going Downtown
No Parking bylaw after 2am tonight
Staff message regarding parking Downtown. Public Works will be removing snow and cleaning up the road and sidewalks tonight along the funeral procession route (Wyndham St, Carden to Woolwich, Woolwich, Wyndham to MacDonnell) and will be enforcing the no parking bylaw after 2:00am. This means we will be towing vehicles that are parked along these […]
City launches new Guelph Culture Map
Today, more than 150 community members attended the official launch of the new Guelph Culture Map. The afternoon celebration, which took place at River Run Centre, featured a live demonstration of the new online portal for information on Guelph’s arts, culture and heritage resources. Following the demonstration, attendees had the opportunity to explore the new […]
Police ready for St. Patrick’s Day revellers
The following article appeared in the March 14 edition of the Guelph Tribune: People can expect to see more police patrols, not just on Sunday but all weekend long, as locals begin to get their green on for St. Patrick’s Day. “Guelph Police Service will be enhancing their patrols, not only downtown, but in the neighbourhoods as […]
Dig In Downtown, Kids Eat Free* in March Break
Dig-In Downtown is back for another Kids Eat Free* March Break special, 11th – 15th March 2013. Families can spend the day in downtown Guelph skating at the Market Square rink, browsing the Civic Museum’s interactive exhibits, watching $5 movie matinees at The Bookshelf and eating for free* at one of 14 participating cafes, bistros, […]
City seeks public input at Downtown Guelph placemaking workshop
The City of Guelph invites all interested community members to participate in a placemaking workshop on the program and function of Downtown Guelph’s streets and public spaces. The interactive workshop, which includes a walking tour, is scheduled for next Wednesday, March 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. at City Hall, 1 Carden St. To continue […]
City initiates Parking Master Plan study for Downtown Guelph
Recognizing the need to develop improved plans for parking, the City of Guelph has initiated a Parking Master Plan study focusing on Downtown Guelph and surrounding areas. The City will review existing and future parking needs to develop a forward-looking and sustainable master parking plan for the next 10 to 20 years. The Plan will […]
Popular children’s entertainer to perform at Mayor’s New Year’s levee
Acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Jack Grunsky will perform three free mini concerts during the Mayor’s second annual New Year’s levee in Market Square on Saturday, January 12. Described by the Toronto Star as a Canadian musical treasure who “spreads toe-tapping happiness,” Grunksy is best known for his keen interest in music for children. His 13 recordings […]
Mayor to host second annual New Year's levee on January 12
Mayor Karen Farbridge will host her second annual New Year’s levee on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at City Hall. This free public event, from 1 to 4 p.m., will feature children’s entertainment and activities, crafts, hot chocolate and cookies, as well as skating on the outdoor rink in Market Square. “It is always nice to […]
Popular Shake-n-Skate party comes to Market Square
Sharpen your skates and get ready for an evening of ‘beats and blades’ on Saturday, December 22, 2012, from 6 to 10 pm. The City of Guelph has teamed up with KDub.ca to present a series of Shake-n-Skate events at Guelph’s Market Square, featuring electronic music by local DJs. “We’re all about getting people out to […]