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 on 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: Grown-Up Storytime is being hosted at the St. Thomas Public Library on Friday from 2 to 3 p.m. Take a midday break and join staff for Grown-Up Storytime, an escape where they read aloud a short story.
Today: Wicked Witches of Oz Pantomime presented by the Kettle Creek Players runs Friday November 28th through Sunday the 30th at Central United Church in St. Thomas. Full details and ticket information available here.
Today: Railway City Brewing Co. has live music every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Today: Port Stanley is getting into the holiday spirit as the village launches Harbour Holly Days, the newly rebranded version of the long-running Dickens’ Days Weekend. The celebrations begin Friday, November 28, with the Lighting of the Lights at the Visitors’ Centre at 5 p.m., followed by the beloved Dickens’ Night Parade at 7. Full details here!
Today: The Elgin County Railway Museum’s Community Christmas Tree Spectacular is back this weekend. Experience the wonder of over 300 decorated Christmas trees every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 28th, each one unique and full of holiday cheer. Full details here!
Today: An Evening of Magic and Mysteries with Keith and Corbin at Bass Notez Cocktail Lounge on Friday at 7 p.m. Get full details here!
Today: “A Nostalgic Christmas” Concert by the Aylmer Area Community Band and Choir takes over East Elgin Secondary School on Friday beginning at 7:30 p.m., featuring special guests, the St. Thomas Youth Choir. Full 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 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 Salvation Army Christmas Market is taking place on Saturday, November 29th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa will also be in attendance from 1:30 to 3! More here.
Tomorrow: Winter at Horton is back this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All the vendors will be set up inside, giving you the chance to get some of your market favourites even during the winter months. This continues each Saturday through April 25th.
Tomorrow: Fanshawe College St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus is opening its doors on Saturday, November 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., inviting future students to explore programs, connect with faculty and try hands-on activities at its campuses. Learn more here!
Tomorrow: A Holiday Market is taking place at the St. Anne’s Centre on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. More details here!
Tomorrow: The Christmas Sparkle Concert goes Saturday at Belmont United Church beginning at 2 p.m. Full details here.
Tomorrow: Community of Christ Church invites you to a $2.00 Roast Beef and Ham Dinner, from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, November 29th. Full details here!
Sunday: A beloved holiday tradition is returning to St. Thomas this weekend as First United Church prepares to host the annual Festival of Lessons & Carols on Sunday, November 30, at 7 p.m. Full story here!
Sunday: The 4th Annual Dalla-Vicenza Holiday Food Drive in partnership with the St.Thomas Elgin Food Bank is taking place Sunday at the St. Anne’s Centre from 1 to 5 p.m. More details here!
Sunday: Join Christ Anglican Church in Port Stanley for an old-fashioned Carol Sing on Sunday, November 30th, as part of Harbour Holly Days. Doors open at 2:30. Admission by goodwill offering. Sing all your favourite Christmas Carols and enjoy warm cider and Christmas cookies in the historic Christ Anglican Church in Port Stanley.
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GOHL: The St. Thomas Stars return home on Friday for a 7:30 p.m. start against Komoka at The Joe.
