Here’s what’s going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours.
Today: Tech Talk returns to the St. Thomas Public Library and is offered every Thursday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Join the library team in the Board Room, where you can get your questions answered and learn something new. All levels of tech experience welcome!
Today: Chat, then Chill is taking place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the St. Thomas Public Library. In the first half hour, chat and share what books you’re reading. Then, enjoy an hour of quiet reading together.
Tomorrow: The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin is preparing for its annual Community Coat Drive giveaway. The Together for Warmth Coat Selection Days take place Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the YWCA, located at 16 Mary Street West in St. Thomas. Winter coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and socks will be available for children, youth, and adults, while supplies last. Full details here.
Tomorrow: 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.
Tomorrow: Join VON for Cooking Connections for Caregivers on Friday! Open to all caregivers in the community for a chance to network and connect with other caregivers. There is a $5 fee per class, and the classes run every other Friday. More details here.
Tomorrow: St. Thomas families can get into the Halloween spirit a bit early this Friday as the annual Downtown Pumpkin Prowl returns to Talbot Street from 5-7.
Tomorrow: The Tricks, Treats, and Treasures Night Market is taking place on Friday from 5-9 at the Union Sports Club! Learn more here.
Tomorrow: The Optimist of Port Stanley and Port Stanley Lioness are hosting a Mamma Mia Ladies Night Friday. Full details here.
Tomorrow: A Teen Art Meetup is taking place at the St. Thomas Public Library from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to explore your creative side, Teen Art Meetup is a chance to express yourself and get as messy as you want!
Tomorrow: Railway City Brewing Co. has live music every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
If you have a local event you want the community to know about- submit the details at StThomasToday.ca.
LOCAL SPORTS:
TVRA on Thursday, October 22nd…
Junior Football
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St. Mary’s at East Elgin — 11 a.m.
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Sir Wilfrid Laurier at Parkside — 6 p.m.
Senior Football
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Westminster at East Elgin — 2:15 p.m.
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Sir Wilfrid Laurier at Parkside — 8 p.m.
Varsity Girls Field Hockey
- Parkside at Medway — 1 p.m. (Semi-final)
Junior Girls Basketball
- St. Joseph’s at Glendale — 3 p.m.
Senior Girls Basketball
- St. Joseph’s at Glendale — 4:30 p.m.
Junior Boys Volleyball
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Central Elgin at Parkside — 10 a.m.
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Glendale at St. Joseph’s — 3 p.m.
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East Elgin at Lord Dorchester — 3 p.m.
Senior Boys Volleyball
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Central Elgin at Parkside — noon
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Glendale at St. Joseph’s — 3 p.m.
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East Elgin at Lord Dorchester — 3 p.m.
Greater Ontario Hockey League
- The St. Thomas Stars are back home on Friday as they host the St. Marys Lincolns. Puck drops at 7:30 p.m.
And Don’t Forget About Community Meals!
