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City seeks feedback on new, Downtown public sculpture
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 02:00 PM
The City of Oshawa invites residents and business owners to a public art Open House on June 12at 7 p.m. at the Arts Resource Centre, located at 45 Queen Street. During the Open House, community members will have the opportunity to learn more about the City’s Public Art Master Plan and provide input related to the forthcoming Downtown Oshawa Urban Square public artwork. Join us to share your vision and learn more about public art in Oshawa!
The Urban Square and its artwork reflect the City’s...
![Public Art in Oshawa, Saturday, May 25 at South Oshawa Community Centre](https://www.oshawa.ca/en/news/resources/News-Notices/PublicArt-May25.png)
Celebrate Public Art in Oshawa on May 25
Posted on Tuesday, May 07, 2024 04:30 PM
The City of Oshawa continues to mark Oshawa's centennial with events and special projects throughout the year. Join us for an exciting day to celebrate and explore public art in Oshawa on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Oshawa Community Centre, located at 1455 Cedar Street.
This event will feature artist talks that inspire community engagement while spotlighting local artists and new and recent public artworks, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enjoy a story time reading with the Oshawa...
![Doors Open Oshawa, Saturday May 4](https://www.oshawa.ca/en/news/resources/News-Notices/TW-Doors-Open-2024.jpg)
Celebrate Oshawa's history with Doors Open
Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 05:00 PM
The City of Oshawa invites community members to celebrate Oshawa’s history with free admission during Doors Open. Join the community on May 4 in celebrating the architecture and history of Oshawa by visiting unique buildings and sites across the city.
Doors Open is on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event gives residents an opportunity to discover and learn more about buildings and sites that shaped Oshawa’s history and culture. Many of these locations do not offer public visits...
![Festival and Events Ontario (FEO) Volunteer of the Year and City staff at FEO Awards ceremony.](https://www.oshawa.ca/en/news/resources/News-Notices/FEO-VolunteerYearAward.jpg)
Peony Festival Volunteer, Judi Denny, wins FEO Volunteer of the Year Award
Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 02:20 PM
In honour of Volunteer Recognition Month, the City of Oshawa would like to extend its congratulations to one of its long-standing volunteers, Judi Denny. On February 28, 2024, Judi was honoured at the Festival and Events Ontario (FEO) Awards ceremony, where she was awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award.
Judi has been one of the driving forces behind the Peony Festival since it was established in 2004. Together with her late husband, Michael, the Dennys donated many of the peonies that can be...
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April 22 to 26 is Community Cleanup Week
Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2024 02:00 PM
With spring in the air, homeowners, families, businesses, students and community leaders are encouraged to volunteer in the City’s annual Community Cleanup Week.
The kick-off week takes place April 22-26. Groups of all sizes are invited to volunteer in cleaning up our parks, green spaces, trails and schoolyards. Registered participants will receive free garbage bags and gloves (while supplies last) and a certificate of appreciation for their contribution to the community. To register or learn...