February Festivals & Events

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• ONGOING: TIFT Presents 'No Way to Treat a Lady'

  Date: January 26 – February 4, 2012
  Location: Mady Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Dunlop Street West
  Contact: (705) 792-1949; www.tift.ca  
  
  Description:
  Based on the novel by William Goldman, which was a popular 1968 movie starring Rod Steiger, this theatrically charged musical comedy thriller is about a publicity crazed actor turned killer and the befuddled, but endearing detective who pursues him. It's devilish combination of fun, romance and murder!
  
  Show Times: See website for show times.
  Admission: Single Ticket: $27.00 + HST

• ONGOING: Barrielicious

  Date: January 20 - February 5, 2012
  Location: Various Restaurants in Barrie
  Contact: (705) 770-4363; www.barrielicious.com
  
  Description:
  Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to experience an array of three course prix fixe menus from restaurants in the area for the amazing price of only $15*, $20* or $25* per person.
  
  For more information visit www.barrielicious.com or directly contact the individual participating restaurants.

• 2-5: February Blues Festival

  Dates: February 2 - 5, 2012
  Location: Various Venues, Barrie
  Contact: (705) 739-9444; www.barriejazzbluesfest.com
  

  
  Description:
  Shake off cabin fever at the annual February Blues Festival featuring Blues and Jazz music performed by some of Canada's most brilliant artists.
  
  Show Time: Various Times (Please visit website for a full schedule)
  Admission: Free

• 3-5: Reel Stories 2012

  Date: February 3 - 5, 2012
  Location: Imperial Cinemas, 55 Dunlop Street West
  Contact: info@barriefilmfestival.ca; www.barriefilmfestival.ca 
  
  Description:
  Barrie Film Festival Presents Reel Stories 2012. Discover extraordinary stories from this though provoking weekend of fact based films. Includes documentaries and features inspired by real people and events.
  
  Show Times: Various times for each film, visit www.barriefilmfestival.ca.
  Admission: $9.00 per person
  
  

• 4: 2012 Nordic Fest

  Date: Saturday February 4, 2012
  Location: Scenic Caves Nordic Centre, Collingwood
  Contact: (705) 446-0256 ext.223; www.sceniccaves.com
  
  Description:
  Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Festival. Join hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts, weekend warriors, beginner and expert skiers and snowshoers alike, families and the entire Get Out There Magazine team for a fun – and inexpensive - day on the trails. Test the latest skis and snowshoes from major manufacturers, participate in fun activities like our snowman making contest, enjoy free hot chocolate and apple cider all day in our warm-up chalet and enjoy the spectacular escarpment trails at one of Ontario’s premiere Nordic destinations!
  
  - Spectacular skiing and snowshoeing on the escarpment trails
  - Test the latest and greatest gear from major cross country ski and snowshoe manufacturers
  - Free hot chocolate in the Warm-Up Cabin all day
  - Prize draws
  - Family friendly activities including our snowperson making contest
  - Special gifts for those who pre-register online.
  
  Event Time: 9am - 5pm; Last Trail Ticket sold at 3:00pm 
  Admission: $12.00
  
  
  

• 4-5: Winterfest & Festival of Ice

  Date: February 4 – 5, 2012
  Location: Heritage Park & Downtown Barrie
  Contact: (705) 739-4285; www.barrie.ca
  
  Description:
  Named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario, Winterfest is a great way to celebrate the winter season with adventures that the whole family will enjoy. Outdoor activities in Heritage Park include a polar bear dip, horse-drawn wagon rides, dogsled rides, mini-tube run, lumberjack shows, giant snow slide, ice maze, and more. The Festival of Ice features 300 pound blocks of ice carved into spectacular, themed sculptures. The February Blues Festival features great music in venues throughout Barrie and neighbouring communities. The Barrie Film Festival presents thought-provoking films at the Screen One Reel Stories Film Series. Warm-up at the MacLaren with a tour of the gallery and fun family activities. The Barrie Public Library celebrates Mardi Gras with storytime and drop-in crafts. The community comes alive with winter fun and celebration - don't miss it!
  
  Event Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
  Admission: Free

• 9-19: Kempenfelt Community Players Presents 'Anne of Green Gables'

  Date: February 9 - 19, 2012
  Location: Georgian College Theatre, 1 Georgian Drive
  Contact: (705) 739-4228; www.kempenfeltcommunityplayers.com
  
  Description:
  The classic tale of an orphan girl who rises from destitution to happiness in the farm country entirely by virtue of her pluck and personality. Originating in Canada, the play left capacity audiences there to journey to London, where it opened to acclaim.
  
  Show Times: See website
  Admission: Adult - $22; Child/Student - $17; Senior - $17; Group - $19

• 10: Theatre by the Bay Presents 'Seduced by Shakespeare'

  Date: Friday February 10, 2012
  Location: The Mady Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Dunlop St. West
  Contact: (705) 735-9243; www.theatrebythebay.com 
  
  Description: 
  Join Celebrity Chef Randy Feltis, Artistic Director Scott Hurst & Musical Friends for the Valentine’s Event of the Year! Gourmet dining, wine pairing, fine chocolates and Shakespeare-inspired entertainment combine for a romantically epicurean evening in the theatre!
  
  Show Time: Reception begins at 6pm; Dinner & Show: 7pm
  Admission: $100.00 per person (includes a $50 tax receipt)
  
  

• 12: Huronia Symphony Presents 'Family Classics'

  Date: Sunday February 12, 2012
  Location: Collier United Church, 112 Collier Street, Barrie
  Contact: (705) 721-4752; www.huroniasymphony.ca
  
  Description:
  From "The Carnival of the Animals" to favourite movie music.
  
  Show Time: 3:30pm
  Admission: Adults: $20; Students 14 & Up: $10; Children 13 & under: $5
  

• 18: 7th Annual Ice Fishing Tournament - CANCELLED

  Date: February 18, 2012
  Contact: (705) 728-5030
  
  DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS AND THE ICE ON KEMPENFELT BAY UNSTABLE THE 2012 FISHING TOURNAMENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

  NEXT YEARS TOURNAMENT: FEBRUARY 16, 2013
  
  
  
  

• 18-19: 42nd Annual Barrie-Allandale Model Train Show

  Date: February 18 - 19, 2012
  Location: Bradford Greenhouses, Hwy 90 at Hwy 27, Barrie
  Contact: (705) 737-9363; www.barm.ca 
  
  Description:
  This years event features more layouts, more vendors, more fun & live demonstrations.
  
  Event Time: Saturday: 10am - 5pm; Sunday: 10am - 4pm
  Admission: Adults: $6.00; Seniors & Students: $4.00; Children Under 6: Free

• 20: Simcoe County Museum's Family Day & Heritage Day

  Date: Monday February 20, 2012
  Location: Simcoe County Museum, 1151 Highway 26, Minesing
  Contact: (705) 728-3721; www.museum.simcoe.ca 
  
  Description:
  Spend Family Day at the Simcoe County Museum and enjoy traditional indoor and outdoor winter activities including snowshoeing, tobogganing, and family favourite board games.
  
  At 10:30 a.m. test your navigational skills in an exercise combining snowshoeing and orienteering. The Really Big Shoe will have your family racing together as you snowshoe through the Museum grounds searching for pieces to complete a puzzle in the fastest possible time.
  
  As part of the Sliding Through the Ages toboggan contest, we ask competitors to bring their oldest, largest or strangest sliding devices and pit them against one another in distance races. Toboggan check in runs from 12:45 p.m. – 1:15 p.m., judging and races start at the hill at 1:30 p.m.
  
  Hang out in our games room while you warm up from your outdoor excursions.
  
  Event Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
  Admission: $6.00
  
  
  

• 25-26: 3rd Annual Spring Garden & Home Show

  Date: February 25 - 26, 2012
  Location: Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery, Hwy 90 at Hwy 27, Barrie
  Contact: (705) 725-9913; www.greenhausproductions.com, www.bradfordgreenhouses.com
  
  Description:
  From home renovation, to landscaping, and interior design, this is a show that you DON’T want to miss. Whether you are an exhibitor looking to showcase your product, or a consumer looking for inspiration and ideas to improve your home and garden; this is the show for you!
  
  Show Features:
  Come see Frankie Flowers of Breakfast Television host a seminar as he launches his new book “Pot It Up!”
  
  Event Time: Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 10am - 4pm
  Admission: Free