Here’s what’s going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours.
Today: The Simon Joynes Playwrights’ Festival returns to Port Stanley Festival Theatre September 18th to 20th, featuring a trio of free public readings. This includes Deadly Memories by Steven Gallagher, Harts Crossing by Tracey Hoyt, and Ship to Shore by Norm Foster. Full details here.
Today: Join the Elgin Theatre Guild from September 18th to 28th at the Princess Ave Playhouse for Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling, a heartwarming and hilarious story of friendship, resilience, and southern charm. Full details here!
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 every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Today: The inaugural Aylmer and Area Heritage Festival runs from September 19th to 21st at various locations across Aylmer & Malahide. Full details can be found here.
Tomorrow: The Real Canadian Superstore St. Thomas is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday beginning at 7 a.m. The first 50 customers will get to spin the wheel for a chance to win a Gift Card worth up to $500. More details can be found here.
Tomorrow: The Horton Farmers’ Market is open 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.
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: The St. Thomas Habitat for Humanity ReStore is marking a major milestone this weekend with its 10th anniversary celebration. The day will feature 50 percent off almost everything in the store, a community barbecue starting at 11, cake, and special guests from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Get more details here!
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: The St. Thomas Downtown Development Board is rolling out a great time for the whole family to celebrate Oktoberfest on September 20 from 2-9:30 p.m. With seasonal activities for the family, live music, downtown shopping, beer garden, food vendors, free train rides and more you’re bound to say “Cheers” to a good time! Learn more here.
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LOCAL SPORTS: On Friday, September 19th…
TVRA Junior Football
- St. Andre Bessette at St. Joseph’s – 2:15 p.m. (St. Joseph’s C.H.S.)
- Saunders at East Elgin – 6:00 p.m. (East Elgin S.S.)
TVRA Senior Football
- St. Andre Bessette at St. Joseph’s – 11:00 a.m. (St. Joseph’s C.H.S.)
- Saunders at East Elgin – 8:00 p.m. (East Elgin S.S.)
TVRA Junior Boys Volleyball
- Central Elgin at St. Joseph’s – 10:00 a.m. (St. Joseph’s C.H.S.)
TVRA Senior Boys Volleyball
- Central Elgin at St. Joseph’s – 11:30 a.m. (St. Joseph’s C.H.S.)
And Don’t Forget About Community Meals in both St. Thomas and Aylmer!
