Blazing Figures - Robert Markle Exhibition
August 26, 2011 to November 15, 2011
Location: 970 2nd Ave East - Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Ron de Boer
Phone: 519-376-7914
Email: info@gallerydeboer.ca
Website: www.gallerydeboer.ca
Due to the popularity of the exciting Robert Markle exhibition at Gallery de Boer, the show has been extended until November 15th! For more information about the exhibition, please visit our website: www.gallerydeboer.ca
Hours: Tues-Thurs 9:30am-6:00p,. Friday 9:30am-7:00pm. Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm
Tranart 8 and Found Fixed Fastened Exhibitions at Durham Art Gallery
September 17, 2011 to November 6, 2011
Location: Durham Art Gallery
Closest Community: Durham
Phone: 519-369-3692
Email: info@durhamart.on.ca
Website: www.durhamart.on.ca/index.html
Tranart is trio of artists: Deeter Hastenteufel from Flesherton, Sybille Groene from Krefeld, Germany and Bernadette Schroeger from Berlin. The trio has created an installation in the main gallery that examines ideas of material transformation through the use of waste materials, corrosion and other natural processes.
As part of their project, Tranart members Hastenteufel and Groene held a workshop for local children and teens. The resulting exhibition is on display in the Community Gallery.
Beading for Uganda at Holy Crow Beads
October 16, 2011 to November 2, 2011
Location: Holy Crow Beads
Closest Community: Clarksburg
Contact: Beverley Smith
Phone: 519-599-5697
Email: info@holycrowbeads.com
Website: www.holycrowbeads.com/about_us.htm
Make beaded snowflakes for sale at the Royal Winter Fair and support development work in Uganda! Holy Crow Beads supports families in Uganda through the sale of beautiful hand-made, fair-trade beads that village women create. Money has been raised to send 30 children to school; to buy school supplies and uniforms; to buy bicycles and mattresses; to provide family health care, counseling and more. You can help the initiative by creating one-of-a-kind beaded snowflakes for the sale.
Perfect Pairings Wine Tastings at Georgian Hills
October 29, 2011 to November 26, 2011
Location: 496350 Grey Rd 2, Thornbury, ON
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 705-444-5200
Website: www.georgianhillsvineyards.ca
Looking for a great way to spend your Saturday afternoon? Come learn about wine and the Georgian Bay terrior at a Georgian Hills Vineyards Perfect Pairing! Bring some friends and enjoy a sample of wines from our latest vintage at the bar, around the kitchen table, or on the patio. We accommodate groups of up to 8 people. Please call for reservations.
Fall vineyard hours: Wed to Sun 12pm - 5pm // Perfect Pairings: Saturdays at 1pm
Out of the Cabinet: Your Collection Exhibitions
October 31, 2011 to November 6, 2011
Location: Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St.
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Pamela Woolner, Curator
Phone: 519-538-5974
Email: meafordmuseum@meaford.ca
Website: www.meafordmuseum.ca
Everyone collects, therefore everyone is a Curator. Experience the passions of those who collect in this unique exhibition composed of displays created by local collectors. Book marks, rug hooks, toys and antiques. Everything is special, let us tell you why! If you are interested in exhibiting please fill out the application form available at our website or call for more information.
Fall Lecture Series - The Discovery of Radioactivity
November 1, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
The discovery of Radioactivity: the story of an extraordinary woman who won two Nobel Prizes. The list for which “She was the first woman to.......” is very long and has not been equalled since.
No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah. Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada.
The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30 pm in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following.
Thornbury Community Theatre
November 3, 2011 to November 6, 2011
Location: Marsh St Centre
Closest Community: Clarksburg
Contact: Bev Byrne
Phone: 519-599-6785
Email: tctheatre@bell.net
Thornbury Community Theatre presents "SQUABBLES" a comedy on Nov 3, 4, 5, & 6 @ the Marsh St Centre Clarksburg - Tickets available @ Pharmasave Thornbury, Crow's Nest Collingwood, Stuff to Read Meaford, Marsh St. Centre Clarksburg.
Annual Ski Swap at Beaver Valley Ski Club
November 5, 2011
Location: Beaver Valley Ski Club
Closest Community: Kimberley
Phone: 519-986-2520
Website: www.beavervalley.ca/
Ski season is almost here! Get a start to the season with the popular annual BVSC equipment swap. Drop off your old equipment between 8:30-9:30am. The equipment swap opens to public at 11am-2pm.
Annual Wine Appreciation & Food Pairing Event
November 5, 2011
Location: Kimberley Community Hall
Closest Community: Kimberley
Phone: 519-599-7979
Email: gristmill@cablerocket.com
Hosted by the Grist Mill Winery, Kimberley and featuring Cellar Craft 2012 Limited Release Wines. At Kimberley Community Hall 235309 Grey Road 13.
Exhibit Opening - The Lost Regiments of Grey County
November 5, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Opening Saturday, November 5, 2011, at 2 p.m. The Lost Regiments of Grey County is a Grey Roots original exhibit examining the military history of Grey County, up until 1919. The opening will be held outside, weather permitting. The Owen Sound Garrison of the Grey and Simcoe Forresters will be on parade with their pipe band and WWI re-enactors will be on hand to show military artefacts to visitors. This exhibit will remain open until May 9, 2012.
Robert Pilon and Friends
November 5, 2011
Location: meaford hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Jen Brebner
Phone: 519-538-0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: meaford.ca
A fundraiser for the new Meaford Health Clinic will feature Robert Pilon and Friends on stage at Meaford Hall. Robert Pilon has had a varied and exciting career full of opportunities that have taken him around the world. He was honoured to have played the signature roles of Jean Valjean in Les Miserables and The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera both in the Toronto productions and across Canada. Robert followed that with the release of 2 CD’s, Given the chance and A Christmas Night, which has become a seasonal favourite. Robert’s television appearances have crossed several decades but a true highlight was starring in his award winning special titled A Canadian in New York. Robert divides his performance time between the corporate, private and charity circuit. Presented by North East Grey Health Clinic
Fall Lecture Series - Energy from Splitting the Atom
November 8, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
The discovery of nuclear fission, and how an extraordinary woman was denied a Nobel Prize.
No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah.
Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada.
The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30 p.m. in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following.
Beaver Valley Bruce Trail "Urban" Hike
November 9, 2011
Location: Thornbury post Office
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Contact: Christine Blake
Phone: 705-446-9592
Urban hiking - why not? Enjoy a leisurely fall walk through downtown Thornbury. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Post Office parking lot on Hwy 26 for a 1.5 to 2-hour walk with an optional lunch to follow. Please register with hike leader.
Plunge! Aquatic Centre Revitalization & Grand Re-Opening
November 12, 2011 to November 19, 2011
Location: 220 Mountain Drive, Blue Mountains
Closest Community: Blue Mountain
Contact: Kathy Boose
Phone: 705-444-8705
Email: kboose@plungebluemountain.ca
Website: www.plungebluemountain.ca
Plunge! re-opens to the public on Nov. 12. We celebrate on Nov. 19 with a ribbon cutting at 1pm and a free swim from 1-3pm. Come see what we have done!
Our change rooms are updated and fresh, the splash pad has a brand new look and we moved our climber to increase safety of children at play. We have tiled our indoor and outdoor pools and indoor spa. This new surface will increase safety and enjoyment for people of all ages. The facility feels brand new. A must see for all!
Steven Page at the Meaford Hall
November 12, 2011
Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Box Office
Phone: 519 538 0463
Email: info@meafordhall.ca
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
Steven Page, well-known co-founder of the Barenaked Ladies has struck out on his own after fronting the celebrated Canadian group for more than 20 years. What is less known is he has composed the score for three productions at Canada’s Stratford Shakespeare Festival, and in 2005 he released his first solo album, The Vanity Project. His most recent album release “Solo Album™” is described as an upbeat power-pop with jazz/folk twists. Presented by Meaford Hall. www.stevenpage.com
Fall Lecture Series - Nuclear Proliferation
November 15, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Nuclear proliferation: how the nuclear genie got out of the bottle. Why proliferation is now the most dangerous threat to civilization.
This lecture also includes an account of the massive US effort to build an atomic bomb seen through historic photographs. No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah.
Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada.
The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30 p.m. in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following.
Fine Craft Christmas Show and Sale
November 18, 2011 to November 20, 2011
Location: Grey Granite Club, 727 2nd Ave. E
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Morag Budgeon
Phone: 519 376-2639
Email: moragbudgeon@yahoo.com
Join over 35 vendors for a festive weekend gathering of fine craft, fine art and fine food by Red Hot Catering and Theos Desserts. An amazing selection of handmade items including glass, wood, jewellery, textiles, beauty products, candles, children's toys, pottery and so much more!
Loft Gallery Square Foot Show
November 18, 2011 to December 4, 2011
Location: Loft Gallery
Closest Community: Clarksburg
Phone: 519-599-5912
Email: info@loftgallery.ca
Website: www.loftgalleryart.com
The "infamous" Square Foot Show returns on Friday Nov 18 from 6 pm until 9 pm. No previewing as usual but the reception room is open at 5:30 pm. At 6 pm we open the curtain and everyone pours into the gallery to select their favourite square footers from the 200-300 on display. All the paintings are $144 each and velcroed to the wall for easy pickings.The show continues until Dec 4 with our normal weekly hours Wed to Sun 11 am to 6 pm. Come early and come often as we get some great paintings to chose from.
Christmas Tree Lighting in Thornbury
November 19, 2011
Location: downtown Thornbury
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Gather at 6:30pm on Bruce Street South (in front of Errinrung Residence) for a short stroll through town to the old Town Hall. Bring candles or lanterns to help light the way and join us in carol singing!
Hooked on Living Coffee House
November 19, 2011
Location: PSDS (Wiarton School)
Closest Community: Wiarton
Contact: Marta LaForest
Phone: (519)534-1080 ext. 228
Email: mlaforest@caframo.com
On November 19th, 2011 Caframo has organized a coffee house style evening at PSDS. We have partnered with the Food and Nutrition Class, the Vocal Music Class and local talent to provide an evening of musical entertainment, gourmet desserts, coffee and tea. We are asking to partner with you and your business to help us with our fundraiser. Tickets: $15 adult, $10 youth.
The charity that Caframo employees are raising funds for this year is the Wiarton Salvation Army. Captain Mary Millar’s dream has been to someday have an addictions awareness evening but has not had the resources to make this possible. Caframo is making this dream a reality on November 19th.
If you are interested in attending the event, contact Caframo (519-534-1080 ext. 228 Marta) for tickets. Tickets are very reasonably priced - $15 (adult), $10 (student/senior).
Kiwanis Owen Sound Santa Claus Parade
November 19, 2011
Location: Downtown along 2nd Avenue East
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Reta Dimis
Phone: 519-372-2869
Email: santaparade@kiwanisowensound.com
Website: www.owensoundsantaparade.com
This is the 66th Annual Santa Claus Parade. Visit our website for more details!
Night of the Scorpio Gala at Durham Art Gallery
November 19, 2011
Location: Durham Art Gallery 251 George Street East
Closest Community: Durham
Contact: Ilse Gassinger
Phone: 519-369-3692
Email: info@durhamart.on.ca
Website: www.durhamart.on.ca
NIGHT OF THE SCORPIO FUNDRAISING GALA Saturday, November 19 at 7:30pm FEATURING Silent & Live Art Auctions, Cash Bar, Door Prizes, Entertainment, Savories & Sweets
Start or enhance your art collection by taking home artworks by area & international artists. Advance viewing of silent & live auction items available online at www.durhamart.on.ca and at the Gallery.
Tickets: $30 at the door, $25 in advance from the Gallery or the website. Get your ticket to an evening of fun & excitement now!
Priceville 18th Annual Christmas Craft Show
November 19, 2011
Location: Stothart Hall, Priceville
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Linda Caswell
Email: lcaswell@sympatico.ca
The 18th Annual Christmas Craft Show with over 30 vendors featuring baking, preserves, quilting, woodcrafts, photography, sewing, knitting, maple syrup, tole painting, bee products and so much more!
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. FREE admission; HOT lunch available.
A Very Artsy Christmas Show & Sale
November 20, 2011
Location: Harrison Park Community Hall, Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Cheryl Sims
Phone: 519-477-2081
Email: cheryl_sims@hotmail.com
Local artists showing & selling their handcrafted products for your holiday gift buying.
Photography, jewellery, pottery, stained glass, felted pictures, wool shawls, pillbox hats, recycled material totes, garden art, handmade soaps & candles, herbal skincare, artistic & woodturnings, christmas cards, handmade journals.
Featuring Lynn Reket, Cheryl Sims, Shelley Jackson, Sarah Borowski, Mary Ryerson, Carrie Cossey, Sheryl Irons, Bonnie Perry, Sandy Clarke, Michelle Matthews, Irwin Seidman, Rownena Moore
Fall Lecture Series - Climate Change
November 22, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Climate change: the facts. Can we stop it? Is there a role for nuclear power?
No prior knowledge of science is needed to understand these talks by Dr. David Holah.
Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Chemistry at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Dr. Holah held numerous teaching and research positions at research facilities, government agencies and universities in the US, UK and Canada.
The Lecture Series takes place Tuesday afternoons from November 1 through November 22 at 2:30pm in our Theatre. Free with admission. Complimentary refreshments following.
Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Club Hikes
November 23, 2011 to November 26, 2011
Location: Meaford, Thornbury
Closest Community: Meaford
Website: www.beavervalleybrucetrail.org
Wednesday, November 23 - Trout Hollow (Terrain=Easy, Speed=Leisurely) 1pm Beautiful Joe Park, Meaford 2-hour hike. Register: Dale 519-538-4510.
Saturday, November 26 - Lora Bay, Thornbury(Terrain=Easy, Speed=Leisurely) 10am Lora Bay parking lot for a 2- hour hike. Register with Donna at 519-538-3707.
Come Dance With Us at the Library!
November 23, 2011
Location: Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library 824 1st Avenue West Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Beth Hall
Phone: 519-376-6623 Ext. 205
Email: bhall@owensound.library.on.ca
Website: www.owensound.library.on.ca
Join us for a fun evening of learning the steps to folk dances from around the world with instructor May Ip. May is an award winning dance performer from Hong Kong. $5.00 donation at the door. An Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library fund raising event; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Christmas in Clarksburg
November 25, 2011
Location: Clarksburg
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Website: www.clarksburg.ca
Exactly one month before Christmas, business owners and citizens of Clarksburg plan to start holiday celebrations with bright lights! Horse and wagon rides, pork on a bun at Code Red Salon. Downtown businesses will be open and will have holiday treats available for everyone.
Christmas in the Country
November 25, 2011 to November 27, 2011
Location: Sulphur Spring Conservation Area (formerly CA Headquarters)
Closest Community: Hanover
Website: www.svca.on.ca/christmas.php
Come out to this enchanting event, featuring thousands of lights and hundreds of candle lanterns in a natural park setting. Stroll through the grounds and enjoy the various activities in each building. Take part in the bird-box building workshop, decorate your own gingerbread cookie, take a horse-drawn wagon ride or visit Santa in his igloo.
When you get hungry, wander on over to the Christmas Café and enjoy a hearty bowl of chili. All this and more at Christmas in the Country!
Markdale Moonlight
November 25, 2011
Location: downtown Markdale
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: Markdale Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 519-986-4612
Come enjoy an annual event: horsedrawn village tours of downtown Markdale, fundraising BBQ at the Olde Firehall, hot chocolate and cider. Santa and his elves tour the stores, sales and discounts kick off the season.
Book Launch
November 26, 2011
Location: Fellowship Hall, Annesley United Church
Closest Community: Markdale
Contact: Anne Duke Judd
Phone: 1-866-832-6025
Email: brucedale@bmts.com
Website: http://tiffanyweb.bmts.com/~ brucedale/welcome.htm
Book launch of Agnes Annis: Mother and Missionary by Lynn|Wyvill. The story of a woman who lived in China during the early 1900s then in Ontario communities, including Markdale, Thornbury, and Owen Sound. Display of photos and artefacts from her life, reading by the author, refreshments and autographing of books.
Flesherton Farmers' Market Christmas Sale
November 26, 2011
Location: The Flesherton Kinplex On the east side of HWY 10.next to the Arena
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: Mrs Featherstone
Phone: (519) 924-2270
Email: fleshertonfarmersmkt@yahoo.ca
Website: http://www.fleshertonfarmersmarket.com/
Hand crafted gifts will be for sale Wooden Bowls & Toys, Jewelry, Baked Goods, Preserves, Home decor, Fresh Wreaths, Bird Seed, Christmas Decorations, Mini Gingerbread Houses, Wool & Wool Blankets and more! 9 AM until 2 PM Hot Lunch. Hourly door prizes. FREE admission.
It's a Contra Dance!
November 26, 2011
Location: Glenelg Township Hall
Closest Community: Durham
Phone: 519-369-3195
Email: info@edgehill-school.com
Website: www.edgehill-school.com/
KICK UP YOUR HEELS! Join Scatter the Cats, a wonderfully lively bunch of local Celtic musicians with special guest fiddler Sascha Tettero for a fun evening of dance. No partner or experience needed – all dances are taught!
Glenelg Town Hall, 7:30pm, all ages. $25 maximum per family; $12 per adult; $5 children 7 and over
Markdale Santa Claus Parade
November 26, 2011
Location: Markdale
Closest Community: Markdale
Phone: 519-986-4612
Website: www.village.markdale.on.ca
Annual Santa Claus parade - gathers at noon - parade starts at 1p.m. Santa and his elves are on hand at the Walter Harris Memorial Library following the parade - with treat bags and taking wishes.
For details contact the Markdale Chamber of Commerce 519-986-4612 or toll free 888-986 4612.
The Art Map Open Studio Weekend
November 26, 2011 to November 27, 2011
Location: Grey and Bruce County
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Barbara Pearn
Phone: 519-924-3942
Email: barb@colourpix.ca
Website: http://www.theartmap.com/The_Art_Map_Open_Studio_Weekends.html
Get in some Christmas shopping and impress your friends and relatives with your impeccable taste and creative shopping ability. One-of-a-kind gifts could make a huge impression on your boss and co-workers too. Give yourself a well deserved gift or get a painting for your home.
Creative gift ideas include jewellery, glasswork, pottery, paintings, drawings, cards and calendars.
Victorian Christmas Weekend at Billy Bishop Home and Museum - A National Historic Site
November 26, 2011 to November 27, 2011
Location: Billy Bishop Home and Museum - 948 3rd Avenue West, Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Mary Smith
Email: info@billybishop.org
Website: www.billybishop.org/
Visitors to the Billy Bishop Home and Museum will be greeted by Victorian Hosts and enjoy an afternoon of live music while maids serve hot apple cider and home-made treats. Decorate your own gingerbread cookie! Carriage Rides available at $5.00 per person. Performances by the Sweet Adelines Quartet; GBS Youth String Quartet and the Singing Puppeteers.
Admission: $5 adult, $4 seniors/students Special Victorian Christmas Weekend Admission: Children 12 & under FREE with an adult. Members Free.
Holiday Gift Gallery at the Durham Art Gallery
December 1, 2011 to January 8, 2011
Location: 251 George Street East, Durham
Closest Community: Durham
Email: info@durhamart.on.ca
Website: www.durhamart.on.ca
Make the Durham Art Gallery your destination to find the perfect gift for someone special! Shop for exquisite wood turned vases and bowls by Larry Cluchey, colourful glass work and original paintings by Tanya Zaryski and Mark Lewis of Beaver Valley Glass plus delightful raku and salt glazed pottery by Elsa Mann and Paul Kaye of Night & Day Studio. A great mix of gifts made by local artisans is available to purchase during regular gallery hours (cash or cheque only).
Owen Sound Museum’s Fire & Ice - tickets on sale
December 1, 2011
Location: Days Inn & Conference Centre in Owen Sound
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Billy Bishop Home & Museum
Phone: 519-371-0031
Website: www.museums.owensound.ca
The annual Fire & Ice fundraiser will take place on March 23, 2011 at Days Inn & Conference Centre. This “divalicious girls night” features pre-dinner cocktails at 6pm followed by a gourmet dinner at 7pm. As always, there are numerous silent auction items as well as a variety of fantastic draw prizes.
The event sells out well in advance, GET YOURS EARLY! Tickets are $75 per person or a table of 8 for $520.
Mount Forest Santa Claus Parade
December 2, 2011
Location: Downtown Mount Forest
Closest Community: Mount Forest
Mount Forest Annual Santa Claus Parade Theme" Christmas Stories" Hosted by the Mount Forest Lions Club
4th Annual Holiday Craft Sale at Grey Roots
December 3, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Local artists and craftspeople offer a wide range of handmade items: jewellery, pottery, decorative items, candles, paintings, leather goods, family histories, knitting, weaving, baked goods and more. Admission to the Craft Show is free. The sale begins at 11am and finishes at 4pm.
Dundalk Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2011
Location: Main Street Dundalk
Closest Community: Dundalk
Phone: 519-923-2110
Durham Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2011
Location: Main Street Durham
Closest Community: Durham
Annual santa claus parade hosted by Durham Firefighters Assoc. Come meet Santa after Parade at Durham Arena.
Edgehill Country School Advent Fair
December 3, 2011
Location: Edgehill Country School - Concession 2 (one east of hwy 6) and Concession 6 (three north of hwy 4)
Closest Community: Durham
Contact: Christine Forand
Phone: 519-369-1440
Email: christinelovespesto@gmail.com
Website: www.edgehill-school.com/
The annual Edgehill Country School Advent Fair caters to all ages with local arts vendors, musical entertainment and delicious lunch and desserts for the family.
Activities include beeswax candle dipping; a Woodland Pond; a Children's Corner where children only can shop for little treasures plus indoor & outdoor carnival games; gingerbread man decorating and a puppet show that will have you in stitches!
Saturday, December 3, 11am to 4:00pm Northeast of Durham - follow the signs to the school.
Flesherton Fling
December 3, 2011
Location: Flesherton
Closest Community: Flesherton
Flesherton lives up to it's designation as a "Walking Village" with the annual evening stroll to kick off the holiday season. Bring your mitts and lanterns, join the carollers and enjoy the tree lighting!
Hanover Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2011
Location: 10th Street
Closest Community: Markdale
Put on by the Hanover Kinsmen.
Meaford Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2011
Location: Sykes Street
Closest Community: Meaford
Website: www.meaford.com
For more than a quarter of a century, the Annual Meaford Santa Claus Parade has delighted young and old alike, thanks to the hard work of the Kinsmen Club. Now, the parade has a special "twinkle" about it... it's held at night. The celebration will take place Saturday December 3, at 6:30 pm. It starts at Olivet Baptist Church and proceeds down Sykes Street.
Wiarton Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2011
Location: Main Street Wiarton
Closest Community: Wiarton
Christmas in the Village - Neustadt Santa Claus Parade
December 4, 2011
Location: Main Street Neustadt
Closest Community: Neustadt
Feversham Santa Claus Parade
December 4, 2011
Location: Main Street Feversham
Closest Community: Flesherton
10,000 Villages Festival Sale
December 5, 2011 to December 11, 2011
Location: St Thomas' Anglican Church 1331-4th Ave W
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Bill Moses
Phone: 519 371 4559
Email: bill.mosesos@gmail.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/10000villagesos/festival-sale
Shop for Christmas and support Fair Trade at the same time. Ten Thousand Villages is a non-profit Fair Trade Organization (FTO). FTOs are non-governmental organizations designed to benefit artisans, not to maximize profits. They market products from handicraft and agricultural organizations based in low-income countries, providing consumers with products that have been fairly purchased from sustainable sources. Just a few examples: chocolate, coffee, exotic jams jewellry, toys, musical instruments. More info at 519-371-4224
Heritage Bridge Lighting in Durham
December 7, 2011
Location: Durham Heritage Bridge Pavillion (Garafraxa Street North)
Closest Community: Durham
Everybody is welcome to join the annual bridge lighting event – bring the whole family or come out on your own and sing carols, walk the bridge and greet your friends and neighbours.
Open house at the Durham Art Gallery and Hot Chocolate and cookies for everyone served at the Old Town Hall following the ceremony.
Enjoy The King’s Kids Christmas Children’s Choir. Sponsored by Durham BIA.
A Neverland Christmas Carol
December 8, 2011 to December 11, 2011
Location: Hanover Civic Theatre
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Hanover Public Library (after mid-Nov.)
Phone: 519-364-1420
Email: info@hanovercommunityplayers.ca
Website: www.hanovercommunityplayers.ca
Peter Pan meets A Christmas Carol!
Live theatre, seasonal family entertainment. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. Fri. and Sat. 2:00 p.m. Sun. Tickets avail. mid-November from Hanover Public Library or at the door prior to each show. One dollar from each adult ticket to be to Youth Roots.
Kids in the Meaford Hall
December 9, 2011
Location: Meaford Hall
Closest Community: Meaford
Contact: Susan Lake
Phone: 519-538-0463
Website: www.meafordhall.ca
Kids in the Meaford Hall is pleased to present the wonderful story of Alice in Wonderland, based on Lewis Carroll’s classic fantasies as adapted by Michele L Vacca. Alice, succumbed by a deep dream, falls into a rabbit hole and lands in what we call Wonderland, filled with many weird and wonderful characters experiences and adventures. A zany show with hilarious actions, Alice in Wonderland is sure to entertain both young and old. Presented by Kids In the Meaford Hall. 1:00pm and 7:00pm shows; tickets $15
Holstein Non-Motorized Santa Claus Parade
December 10, 2011
Location: County Road 109, Holstein, ON
Closest Community: Holstein
Contact: Southgate Township
Phone: 519 923 2110
Email: info@town.southgate.on.ca
Once again, Holstein hosts southwestern Ontario’s famous non-motorized Santa Claus Parade. This unique and picturesque event features floats pulled by draft animals of all kinds. Hot lunches and beverages are available starting at 11am at the Presbyterian Church and at the Optimist building. Parade starts at 1pm. Children are welcome to meet Santa at the Optimist building after the parade.
Moreston by Candlelight Winter Evening
December 10, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
Join us in Moreston Heritage Village for an old fashioned Christmas! The historic buildings of Moreston will be open and dressed in seasonal decor from the past. Hear stories of Christmases long ago and the songs of roving carollers. Take a ride in an open sleigh, then warm your hands by a roaring fire and enjoy a cup of steaming apple cider and cookies. A truly unique Christmas experience for all ages! Admission rates apply.
Take Art Home for Xmas
December 10, 2011
Location: Flesherton Art Gallery
Closest Community: Flesherton
Contact: David Turner
Phone: 519-924-3560
Back by popular demand! This show features original contemporary Canadian art for $150 or less.
The show starts with an opening reception on December 10th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Come for your chance to get some great art and have fun too.
Brunch with Santa at Cobble Beach
December 11, 2011
Location: Cobble Beach
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Phone: 1-888-278-8112
Website: www.cobblebeach.com
Join us for one of two seatings at the Sweetwater Restaurant at Cobble Beach: Sunday December 11, 2011 - 10:30am and 1:30pm.
Photos with Santa and gifts for all the kids!
$39.95 adult / $17.95 per child 5 - 12 (kids under 5 free). Call 519-370-2173 or 1-888-278-8112 to reserve.
German Advent Service
December 11, 2011
Location: 11 th Ave.and 9 th Street, Hanover
Closest Community: Hanover
Contact: Beatrice Raschle
Phone: 519 3647298
Email: emilbea@xplornet.com
Join us for a German Advent Service with Advent and Christmas Hymns and the Milverton Swiss Choir at St. Matthews's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover. Performance at 2:30. Traditional Christstollen, cookies and Coffee to follow after the service. Everyone is most welcome!
Friday Night Dinners at Beaver Valley Ski Club
December 16, 2011 to December 30, 2011
Location: Beaver Valley Ski Club
Closest Community: Markdale
Phone: 519 986 2520 ext 221
Email: mail@beavervalley.ca
Website: www.beavervalley.ca/social-events/dining/
Relax and unwind on Friday nights over a sumptuous meal at the Club in the Member’s Lounge by the fire. Chef Keith offers delicious dishes to satisfy every palette.
Area residents welcome - bring your family and friends for a great night of casual dining. Reservations are recommended as these evenings are popular! Bookings are now available for the following dates - Friday December 16, 23 & 30.
Chatsworth Santa Claus Parade
December 17, 2011
Location: Main Street Chatsworth
Closest Community: Chatsworth
Georgian Hills - Winter Wines Tasting and Snowshoe, Sip & Savour
December 17, 2011 to December 18, 2011
Location: Georgian Hills Vinyards, 496350 Grey Road 2
Closest Community: Thornbury/Clarksburg
Phone: 519 599 2255
Website: www.georgianhillsvineyards.ca
Come one, come all! Join us for a glass of bubbly on December 17th and 18th when we will be launching our new Winter Wines, as well as showcasing our Santa's Best Picks for the holidays.
Our tasting room and retail store are open 5 days a week from Wednesday - Sunday 12pm - 5pm including Christmas and New Years week.
We also invite you out to the vineyards to Snowshoe, Sip and Savour! Winter lovers are welcome to snowshoe around the vineyard trails during store hours and stay to enjoy a wine tasting by the fire side.
Holiday Family Fun Day at Grey Roots Museum & Archives
December 17, 2011
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Lara Javalyn
Phone: 519-376-3690
Email: lara.javalyn@greyroots.com
Website: www.greyroots.com
There will be seasonal family films in the theatre, refreshments, cake, seasonal crafts and games such as crokinole and checkers, as well as Grey County Gallery scavenger hunts for junior and senior ages. Bring the whole family for a variety of activities that are so much fun, they won't know they're learning! All activities are included with admission.
Neustadt Book Club Presents – Authors Readings
December 17, 2011
Location: Noah’s Inn, 527 Mill St. Neustadt
Closest Community: Neustadt
Phone: 519 799 5662
Email: bryan@noahsinn.ca
Neustadt Book Club Presents – Authors Readings in Beautiful Downtown Neustadt, Featuring:
- Saskia Van Tetering (After Philosophy)
- Sherry Isaac (Storytelling)
- Brandon Pitts (Puzzle of Murders)
- Neustadt Author Pat Crocker (Everyday Flexitarian)
The Santa Sleigh Ride at Dual Acres
December 17, 2011
Location: Dual Acres, Shallow Lake
Closest Community: Wiarton
Contact: Durk & Alma DeVries
Phone: (519) 935-3156
Email: bookings@dualacres.com
Website: www.dualacres.com
Santa and his helpers will be arriving by trusty horse and sleigh at Dual Acres in Shallow Lake, just as they have done for 16 years! Come join us for a sleigh ride on our scenic trails and warm-up with a hot chocolate & cookies after. Sleighs will be filled in order as guests arrive, or schedule your ride ahead of time with friends, family or co-workers (10-12 people). Admission is by charitable donation, your donations will help to make a child’s Christmas wish come true!
14th Annual Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols, Readings, Carols & Advent Music
December 18, 2011
Location: Historic Leith Church - 419134 Tom Thomson Lane, Leith ON
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Contact: Pete Telford
Phone: 519-371-5308
Email: petetelford@sympatico.ca
Website: www.leithchurch.ca
Join us in the lamplit beauty and warmth of Leith’s ‘Auld Kirk’ to hear again the story of the birth of Christ in word and song. The lessons will be read by members of the North Grey community and there will be congregational carol singing of many old favourites.
Revelry in the Winery at Coffin Ridge
December 18, 2011
Location: Coffin Ridge Winery, RR1 Annan
Closest Community: Meaford
Phone: 519-371-9565
Email: info@coffinridge.ca
Join us for Revelry in the Winery on December 18th!
Enjoy an afternoon of festive live music and a flight of our favorite food and wine pairings. The "Festive Nuts" (otherwise known as the Merrills) will be serenading us with holiday music. This is the last call for 2011. We re-open January 7th, 2012. No need to RSVP.
Shortest Day of Play
December 21, 2011
Location: across Grey and Bruce Counties
Closest Community: Owen Sound
Email: info@playbrucegrey.com
Website: www.playbrucegrey.com
PLAY in Bruce Grey invites municipalities in Bruce and Grey to celebrate the “Shortest Day of PLAY” countywide challenge. All municipalities, schools, community organizations and residents in Bruce and Grey are invited to participate. The top three municipalities who log the most number of PLAY hours will receive media recognition and the right to boast their success! Primary sponsors include the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the Grey Bruce Health Unit and Running Tide. All hours can be logged on the PLAY website at www.playbrucegrey.com