Category Archives: Special event

Monday May 20, Tuesday May 21, Wed May 22, 2019, from 5 to 7 pm. Pint of Science: Hamilton comes to Artword Artbar. Pint of Science is an international festival over 3 days in May. The idea is to bring … Continue reading →

Tuesday June 19, 2018, from 6 to 9 pm. All ages. Exchange for Change – a clothing swap fundraiser in support of Under The Willows, arts and garden program where children who experience adverse life circumstances may joyfully express themselves … Continue reading →

Sunday June 10, from 4 to 7 pm. Our good friend Glenn Hardcastle died at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Saturday May 26, 2018 in his 79th year after a short illness. His partner Valerie Kay has asked us to host … Continue reading →

Wednesday February 28, 2018, at 8 pm, doors open at 7 pm, free. Open to all. Join scientists from McMaster University’s Physics and Astronomy Department for an entertaining night filled with scientific discussion, trivia, and beer. At Science on Tap, you’ll … Continue reading →

Sunday June 19, 2016, from 11 am to 4 pm. Free. Artword Artbar’s traditional “Open Mic for Open Streets“, at the corner of Colbourne and James, hosted by Ron the Fiddler. We will bring out our sound system and a … Continue reading →

Saturday June 4, 2016, 1:00 to 5:00 pm, workshop. Singers Playground Workshop w Micah Barnes, Micah writes: “While performing in Hamilton, I’ll will be coaching a workshop! Please do tell your pals!” Former Nylon and founder of Singers Playground will … Continue reading →

Monthly meetings, 2016, 7-10 pm. (Tues Feb 9, Tues March 8, Wed April 13, Tues May 10), at Artword Artbar. The Hamilton Regional Writers Group is a Songwriters Association of Canada (SAC) supported community in which songwriters can support each … Continue reading →

Saturday February 27, 2016, from 2 to 6 pm. A benefit concert fundraiser for talented roots bluesman Mo’ Kauffey (Gary Wickizer), who is fighting cancer, organized by Hamilton Blues Lovers and friends. Performers include: Duane Rutter, Will Gillespie, Ian Andrews, Ambre … Continue reading →

Monday March 2, 2015 from 7 to 9 pm. AGM for the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival.

Tuesday, September 23, 2014, from 5:30 pm. This month’s Green Drinks is hosted by The Conserver Society, at Artword Artbar. Tonight’s mini-presentation is on personal Stormwater Management. A relaxed get-together for anyone interested in environmental issues and socializing with like-minded people.

Tuesday February 14, 2014, at 7 pm. The Annual General Meeting of the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival. Only members can vote. For your info: The 11th annual Hamilton Fringe Festival will take place at four venues in Downtown Hamilton for … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 19, 6 to 8 pm, free. Hamilton Friendship Association with Cuba invites you to their Holiday Season Open House, with live music, poetry and open mic and more! Light refreshments and cash bar. Artword Artbar, 15 Colbourne St. … Continue reading →

Tuesday December 17, 2013 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, free, cash bar and food available. . The Annual Green Drinks Seasonal Party, at Artword Artbar, for some relaxed socializing, featuring irreverent but ecologically correct “Carols”. Get your picture taken with Santa! In … Continue reading →

Wednesday May 8, doors open at 6:30, panel and discussion from 7-9 pm. Free. Light snacks provided, cash bar. In soli? -Part 2: A panel, discussion, and social event about the tensions of being “in solidarity”. The Political Action Committee … Continue reading →

Monday March 18 at 7 pm, at Artword Artbar 15 Colbourne St. The Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival Annual General Meeting. Anyone who is a Fringe member can attend, vote, and socialize.

Wednesday February 13, 7:30 pm, by donation (an all ages event). Social Pub Night, with live music and good conversation, hosted by the SAGE (scholastic artistic global education) school program run at Strathcona school. The program is designed to create … Continue reading →

Monday January 21 at 7 pm, free. Central Neighbourhood Association presents CODE RED, a neighbourhood discussion on the social determinants of health in Hamilton. Guest speaker: Steve Buist, investigative journalist, Hamilton Spectator Code Red Series.

Tuesday January 15, 2013, from 5 pm. Green Drinks meets for an evening of lively eco-minded conversation and socializing.

Saturday December 15, 3-5 pm at Artword Artbar 15, Colbourne St. Free event, donations to CNC Cuban Hurricane relief fund accepted. Light refreshments and cash bar. Hosted by Hamilton Friendship Association with Cuba. The HFAC executive and Community Committee will … Continue reading →

Tuesday December 11, 2012 from 5:30 onwards. The Annual Green Drinks Seasonal Party, at Artword Artbar, for some relaxed socializing, featuring irreverent but ecologically correct “Carols”. A small cover to pay for the food.

During the Fringe Festival, nightly from Friday July 20 to Saturday July 28: 10 to 11 pm (10:30 to 11:30 pm on Sunday July 22), Talk Show with host comedian Larry Smith. Fringe participants interviewed, by an irreverent comedian, so … Continue reading →

Science Cafe at Artword Artbar, with host Eric Collins, all welcome, free. Social gatherings with a focus on science. Informative presentations and great conversations. Wednesday June 16 at 6:30 pm.

Tuesday March 20 at 5:30 pm, Green Drinks: ONTARIO ENVIROTHON – PRESENTATION BY HAMILTON WENTWORTH STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL. Monthly drop-in get together for anyone interested in the environment to kick back with a drink and socialize and learn. Mini presentation plus … Continue reading →

Thursday March 8, at 8 pm pwyc. Purim PARTY: all invited. It’s Purim, the Jewish festival where the villain Haman gets his comeuppance, foiled by Esther and her cousin Mordecai. Tradition states that drinking and making noise are in order.

Tuesday February 21 at 5:30 pm. Rumour has it that Green Drinks will be convening convivially at Artword Artbar for concentrated eco-conscious conversation and inconspicuous consumption. There is lots to talk about (for those who attended the OMB Aerotropolis hearing … Continue reading →

Thursday February 2, 2012, from 7 to 9 pm. “in soli?: A panel, open discussion and social event about what it means to be “in solidarity”. This event is hosted by the Political Action Committee, CUPE 3906. It is free … Continue reading →

Tuesday January 17, 2012, at 5:30 pm. Green Drinks comes to Artword Artbar, for social evening of lively conversation about things ecological. Guest presentation at 6:15 from Hamilton Car Share. Be sure to bring your friends and colleagues to have a … Continue reading →

Monday December 12 from 5:30 onwards. The Annual Green Drinks Seasonal Party, for some relaxed socializing, featuring irrevent but ecologically correct “Carols. A small cover to pay for the food.

Tuesday November 15 at 5:30 pm, free. Join us at Green Drinks to hear from Hamilton’s foremost environmentalist Don McLean who will update us on where the fight at the Aeroptropolis currently stands. Doors open 5 pm, talk begins at 6. … Continue reading →

Thursday November 3, 2011, at 6pm. The Hamilton Friendship Association with Cuba proudly presents a public lecture: Rebuilding Haiti: the Cuban Contribution, with guest speaker Dr Jorge Tomas Balseiro Estevez, MD, Cuban Medical Doctor working in Haiti. Dr. Balseiro’s visit to … Continue reading →

Wednesday October 19 at 8 pm free. Barry Karp, visiting theatre artist from Ottawa and and Artword friend and colleague, is in town. Barry will bring some special items from his collection of theatre masks to show you. And he has … Continue reading →

Tuesday October 11 at 5:30 pm, free. A special Green Drinks evening. THE MOST IMPORTANT MEETING YOU’LL ATTEND IN THIS DECADE: STOP CETA! STOP CORPORATIONS FROM CALLING ALL THE SHOTS! MONSANTO ANYONE? Attend Stop CETA meeting BRING EVERYONE YOU KNOW … Continue reading →

Tuesday August 23 at 4:00 – 6:00 pm at Artword Artbar 15 Colbourne St. Hamilton. The Hamilton Friendship Association with Cuba presents a Community Reception with Friends from the Cuban Institute for Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). $5 Suggested donation PWYC, no one … Continue reading →

Monday May 2 from 6 pm onwards. The Hamilton Green Party parties at Artword Artbar!! Watch election returns on our big screen. Cheer on your Green candidates.

NEWS: Sunday March 6 at 2:30 pm. A special performance of “Hemingway’s Hot Havana“, a bold rousing adventure tale brought to life by actor, director and master storyteller Brian Gordon Sinclair. The play offers rare insight into the life and … Continue reading →

Tuesday December 7 starting around 6:00 until 11:30 pm at Artword Artbar.  15 Colbourne St. Hamilton (off James St. N).   GREEN DRINKS CHRISTMAS/ HO HO HOLIDAY PARTY. “Join us at the 5th Annual Green Drinks Christmas/Holiday Party! It’s the most fun that we eco-citizens … Continue reading →

Tuesday October 19 starting around 5:00-5:30 Green Drinks meets at Artword Artbar. Guest Speaker at 6 pm from the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club. Green Drinks is a monthly gathering with new people showing up all the time. Bring a friend and … Continue reading →

Tuesday July 20 at 5:30 pm: Hamilton, Ontario Green Drinks meets at Artword Artbar, 15 Colbourne St.  Kick back and enjoy a cool one at this month’s Green Drinks where people concerned with the environment gather to enjoy the company … Continue reading →

JUNE 24 CANCELLED by Dave Kuruc. INSTEAD we have Ron & Ken’s Kitchen Party all evening from 7:30. Bring your ax. Two more “Meet Your City” get-togethers hosted by Dave Kuruc (summer break in July and August, watch for a new … Continue reading →

John Wilbur is hosting the following event:  “Meet Stephen Jenkinson in Hamilton Tuesday Apr 13. Stephen is coming to meet the people who are willing to work to bring him here for 6 days of teachings and film screenings this coming … Continue reading →

Thursday, March 25 from 7 to 9 pm at Artword Artbar, 15 Colbourne St. €“ $2.00 admission. H Magazine presents “Meet Your City!”, a new monthly forum hosted by H Mag publisher, Dave Kuruc. This month’s guests include: *- Ken … Continue reading →

Thursday, Feb. 25 7 to 9 pm at Artword Artbar, 15 Colbourne St. €“ $2.00 admission. H Magazine presents “Meet Your City!”, a new monthly forum hosted by H Mag publisher, Dave Kuruc. Featuring this month€™s guests: * Jeremy Frieburger … Continue reading →

The Hamilton Civic League meets at Artword Artbar 7:30 to 9 pm: Wed, Jan 6, 2010; Tues, Jan 12. Other dates TBA. For more information about the HCL, visit their website http://hamiltoncivicleague.org/ or their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=58502678877

Have a Seasonal Party at Artword Arbar! Friday December 18 at 6:30 pm — a gourmet buffet meal (by Chefs Jesse Chambers and Jeremy Marlow of Seasons Catering) at a reasonable price, with good company, in a friendly atmosphere, and … Continue reading →

Join the Hamilton Civic League at Artword Artbar for the HCL’s first Christmas Party! Eat, drink, discuss, debate, and celebrate with other Hamiltonians eager for change in our city – and let HCL know what kind of change you’re hungry for.  http://www.hamiltoncivicleague.org/ or … Continue reading →