Here’s what’s going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours.
Today: Baby Storytime is being hosted at St. Thomas Public Library Friday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. This storytime is designed for babies and their caregivers to explore early literacy through gentle stories, songs, and rhymes. Start your reading journey together in a cozy, welcoming environment. *Please note: this program is exclusively for babies who cannot walk yet.
Today: Railway City Brewing Co. has live music this Friday with the Rod & Reba Duo from 6 to 9 p.m.
Today: The Aylmer Area Community Band & Choir present an evening of music highlighting the memorable melodies of Broadway on Friday at East Elgin Secondary School. The evening also includes performances by music ensembles from Central Elgin Collegiate Institute. Tickets are $10 with 12 and under free. More details here!
Tomorrow: The Horton Farmers’ Market season opening in taking place Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon! You can now stop by every Saturday through November 1st to shop the fresh and local foods as well as endless creations from the talented artisans. Learn more about Opening Day here!
Tomorrow: The Old Imperial Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Aylmer! It’s a family-friendly, year-round, indoor Farmers’ Market that celebrates, supports, and showcases the best of what our community has to offer.
Tomorrow: A Mother’s Day Soiree is taking place Saturday at Columbus Club from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Learn more here!
Tomorrow: St. Thomas Public Library is hosting a Mother’s Day Card Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Drop in during the workshop to choose from pre-prepared card designs, select your favorite card stock colors, and use the laser cutter bring your vision to life. Once your pieces are ready, personalize and decorate your card with the supplies provided. The perfect way to make something truly special for Mom! *Basic computer skills are required.
Tomorrow: Saturday Stories goes from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the St. Thomas Public Library, Join staff each Saturday for storytime, which is full of active songs and stories!
Tomorrow: Ignite Youth Centre is marking its 20th anniversary with a public open house on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring games, activities, and a free BBQ- all designed to give the community a taste of what the space offers year-round to youth. More details here!
Tomorrow: A Trivia Night in support of the Rocket U16 Girls Volleyball team is taking place Saturday at the Masonic Centre of Elgin. More details here!
Sunday: The Mothers Day Road Race goes Saturday in West Lorne, hosted by the West Lorne Optimist Club! Learn more about the 5K or 10K run- here.
Sunday: A Mother’s Day Vendor Market is taking place at the Union Sports Club and Community Centre on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check out the poster here!
Sunday: In honour of at Mother’s Day at Railway 1856 Mini Golf in the Elgin Centre- free Mini Golf for mom with any paying customer!
If you have a local event you want the community to know about- submit the details at StThomasToday.ca.
LOCAL SPORTS:
Thames Valley Regional Athletics: On Friday, May 9th…
Varsity Girls Fast Pitch
East Elgin S.S. VS Woodstock C.I. – 2 p.m. @ Woodstock C.I
Clarke Road S.S. VS Central Elgin C.I. – 2 p.m. @ Southwest Optimist Park Field #1 (Southdale Rd. W)
League1 Ontario: On Friday, May 9th…
Railway City FC Men’s U20 VS Windsor City FC – 8:45 p.m. @ 1Password Park
On Saturday, May 10th…
Railway City FC Men’s L2 VS Windsor City FC – 7:30 p.m. @ 1Password Park
On Sunday, May 11th…
Railway City FC Women’s L2 VS Oakville SC – 4 p.m. @ 1Password Park
And Don’t Forget About Community Meals in both St. Thomas and Aylmer!
