5 THINGS TO CHECK OUT AT THE IN THE SOIL ARTS FESTIVAL

THE THEME OF THIS YEAR'S FESTIVAL IS METANOIA

From June 9 to 17, creativity and artistic expression will be on full display in St. Catharines as the 15th annual In the Soil Arts Festival takes the garden city. With more than 25 artists and events spanning eight days, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The theme of this year's festival is metanoia, meaning to change or to transform. While most events are ticketed, there are some that are offered for free.

The full schedule and ticket information can be found at suitcaseinpoint.com, but here are five

things in particular you should check out.

LAUNCH PARTY

In the Soil kicks off on Friday, June 9, at 7 p.m., at Robertson Hall at the Niagara Folk Arts Multicultural Centre with a free launch

party. This party will feature an ensemble of talented festival artists, including Minuscule Choir, Femmes du Feu Creations and more. This bombastic multi-arts celebration will set the