Here’s what’s going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours.
Today: “The Kitchen Witches” takes the stage at Port Stanley Festival Theatre August 6th- 23rd! Saucy chefs Dolly and Isobel have their own live cable-access cooking shows, each with dwindling ratings. So, what could possibly go wrong if they joined forces? EVERYTHING! More 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: A time-honoured tradition in the town of Aylmer is back for its 177th year this weekend. Running Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10, the 2025 edition of the Aylmer Fair promises something for everyone—from midway thrills and cattle shows to food trucks, live entertainment and of course the demolition derby. Learn more here!
Today: Railway City Brewing Co. has live music every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Today: Movies in the Park hosted by The Ice Box are back this summer! Stay tuned to social media for the latest updates on what’s playing each week.
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 Township of Southwold is celebrating 175 years of incorporation in 2025, and this Saturday is an all-day, all-ages music festival! Events begin at 10 a.m. and continue throughout the day. There’ll be a KidZone, artisan vendors, food vendors, a beer tent, pony rides, and MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC. Get all the 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: Join the City of St. Thomas for a free community swim as they celebrate 55 years of fun, splashes and summer memories at Jaycee’s Pool – which first opened in the summer of 1970! All ages are welcome from 1:30 to 4 p.m. There will also be free popcorn + an ice cream truck (while supplies last).
Tomorrow: The City of St. Thomas Animal Services is inviting the community to leash up this Saturday for the return of the Puppy Parade at Pinafore Park. Registration at the bandshell opens at 5 p.m., with the walk beginning at 6 p.m. Entry is by donation, with all funds raised going towards the ongoing construction of the new City of St. Thomas Animal Shelter.
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And Don’t Forget About Community Meals in both St. Thomas and Aylmer!
