Discover new ideas. Challenge your opinions. Explore current events. Come listen to experts in their respective fields speak about topics that relate to issues we are facing in our lives, our community, and our world.
The lectures are held at the John Elliott Theatre and run for one hour. Tickets are available through our Program Calendar and are free of charge.
Halton Hills Lecture Series
The 2026-2027 Halton Hills Lecture Series schedule:
Please check back regularly. New lectures will be added as they are announced.
Finding The Blue Castle with Taylor Grist
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
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To mark the 100th anniversary of The Blue Castle, the Halton Hills Lecture Series welcomes playwright and actor Taylor Grist for a fascinating exploration of his adaptation of L.M. Montgomery's beloved novel for the stage.
In this special centennial year, Grist will discuss the research, creative choices, and writing process behind bringing Montgomery's only novel written for an adults to life in a theatrical production.
Whether you are a longtime Montgomery fan, a theatre lover, or interested in the art of adaptation, this talk offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the reimagining of a Canadian classic and celebrates the enduring legacy of The Blue Castle a century after its publication.
Niagara Escarpment: Land Between Waters with Mark Zelinski
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
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Join award-winning photographer and author Mark Zelinski for an inspiring visual journey. Zelinski's presentation brings exquisite focus to the environmental treasures of the Niagara Escarpment UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and to the diverse Indigenous and settler communities that thrive along its rugged, curving path.
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