Geronimo Stilton, famed reporter and author of a popular children’s book series, dropped in on me in Almonte recently.  The two of us toured Mill Street, the location for the fabulous Puppets Up! International Puppet Festival, together and took advantage of the spring weather.  Together we visited “Poppa Jimmy”, our affectionate name for the statue of James Naismith, the Almonte born sports coach and innovator who invented basketball. Geronimo caused …

I don’t know about you, but every year I like to bring home a souvenir from the Puppets Up! International Festival. It makes me think of the fun times I always have at the festival. Most of the stores in downtown Almonte have neat puppet stuff to buy and there’s also a special space by the Post Office, a vendor alley really, that you should check out too. There you’ll …

When was the last time you walked into a room and instantly became the center of attention? What about strolling down a street, only to have smile after smile directed your way? Ever been the recipient of hundreds of hugs in a single day? How about stepping onto a field at a special event with 500 people all cheering and laughing and waving….because of you! Not to mention everyone taking …

Ronnie Burkett, Canada’s foremost puppeteer, will be appearing at the National Arts Centre from March 13th to April 1st with his current Theatre of Marionette production entitled “Penny Plain”. This critically acclaimed new production began its run at the Edmonton Citadel Theatre in September and has since worked its way across Canada. After a stint in Toronto, the show comes to Ottawa where it will occupy the Theatre of the …

Could you believe it? The 7^th Annual Puppets Up! International Puppet festival was a total success – in every way!

We had stupendous puppet shows, lots of kids, busy parents and grandparents, many adult visitors without kids, fun venues, great entertainment, loads to eat, tons to see and the parade! OMG, the parade! Even on Sunday when it rained, we had a parade! I won’t forget the laughter and …