Town of Caledon kicks off Culture Days with flag raising at Town Hall

By Zachary Roman

It's time to celebrate arts and culture in Caledon. 

On September 20, Caledon Mayor Annette Groves proclaimed September 20 to October 13 as Culture Days in Caledon at a flag raising event out front of Town Hall. 

Culture Days is a celebration of arts, culture and heritage that happens in communities across Canada each year. It engages communities with free and pay-what-you-can activities like studio tours, performances, festivals, workshops, classes and more. There will be nearly 100 events happening for Culture Days this year in Caledon.

Groves said Caledon has so much to offer in the world of arts and culture. She said arts are fundamental to the Caledon community

“We have many creative artists, businesses and venues to discover and celebrate during Culture Days,” said Groves. “Cultural participation and activity enriches and defines the identity of the Town of Caledon.”

Groves said the Culture Days celebration will enhance the connections between citizens of diverse interests, abilities and cultures. 

“Culture Days exists as a catalyst that connects individuals and creators, eliminates barriers, and stimulates understanding, appreciation and exploration of arts, culture and heritage,” said Groves.

After the flag raising, a special mural from artist Nikita Mistry was unveiled to celebrate Caledon's 50th anniversary. The mural was made with the help of Caledon residents at Caledon Day, and features many of Caledon's iconic landmarks like the Cheltenham Badlands and Alton Mill Arts Centre.

The mural is now on display at the Caledon East Community Complex.

To take a closer look at the massive amount of events planned for Culture Days, Caledon residents can check out the following link: caledon.ca/culturedays

The Town's website has a schedule of all the events planned.

With files from last week's story, “Culture Days coming to Caledon”