Folk In the Forest
Schedule
Sat Aug 23 2025 at 02:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
280 Wilson St, Mississippi Mills, ON K0A 1A0, Canada | Carleton Place, ON
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This is our 3rd annual “Folk in the Forest” – an outdoor music festival in support of Community Ascent’s education project in Piñán, Ecuador!“Folk in the Forest” will take place on Saturday, August 23 from 2-8 pm, in our forested backyard in the picturesque village of Appleton, Ontario. We have an outstanding line-up of musicians this year that you won’t want to miss!
Our line-up includes dynamic singer-songwriter Lynne Hanson, legendary troubadour Melwood Cutlery, the lively Franco-Ontarian music of Monette, haunting harmonies of Libby & Cal, the engaging ballads of Alex Sinclair, the talented young folk singer Leah Holtom, and the lovely ballads of Kristine St-Pierre.
This event is a fundraiser for the Community Ascent Network – all proceeds will go to support youth education for the remote Indigenous village of Piñán, Ecuador. Learn more at: www.communityascent.com
Delicious home-cooked meals & snacks will be available on site from local vendors. Beverages will also be available for sale, including a selection of non-alcoholic brews from the popular Perth Brewery. Washroom facilities will be available on site.
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the lively music of these talented musicians while supporting a worthwhile cause!
Children under 12 get in free.
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Where is it happening?
280 Wilson St, Mississippi Mills, ON K0A 1A0, Canada, 280 Wilson St, Mississippi Mills, ON K0A 1A0, Canada, Carleton PlaceEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
