PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you or someone in your family has a problem with gambling help is available. Gamblers Anonymous can provide help and hope. Call our 24 hour help line: 1-855-222-5542.
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Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, Thursdays, 8pm, Mt. Forest United Church (rear entrance). 175 Queen St. E. We can help.
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Mount Forest Al-Anon Group for families and friends of alcoholics, Wednesdays, 10am at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, side door.
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PTSD Peer Support Group in Guelph for corrections workers, emergency dispatchers, first responders, military and veterans. For info see our Project Trauma Support website.
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Free exercise and falls prevention classes (55+) every Monday and Thursday, 9:15 to 11:30am, Ebenezer United Church, Campbellville.
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Living with Loss, peer-led support group for adults (18+) grieving the death of a loved one. First Wednesday of every month, 7 to 9pm, Birmingham Retirement Community, Mount Forest. Free to attend. 519-603-0196 for more information.
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Spiritual youth, family and marriage counseling every Tuesday, 10am to 3pm, Knox Presbyterian Church Palmerston. Scheduled appointments necessary. Nick Pavel, 519-343- 3201.
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Al-Anon Courage to Grow, for family and friends of alcoholics, St. James Anglican Church, Fergus. Upstairs meeting room, every Thursday evening 7:30pm.
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CMHA Waterloo Wellington presents anxiety, depression and hope peer support, every Thursday, 10:30 to 11:30am, CMHA Office, 234 St. Patrick St. East, Fergus. A regular opportunity to talk about our walk with depression and anxiety.
THURS. OCT. 10
Arthur Agricultural society meeting, 7:30pm, Arthur Community Centre, downstairs hall. All welcome.
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Every Thursday explore and practice how mindfulness supports and promotes self-care and well-being. 9:30 to 10:30am, CMHA Office, 234 St. Patrick St. East, Fergus.
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Fergus Legion, weekly Bingo, 7pm, hosted by the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary. All welcome.
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Seniors dinner, Alma Community Centre, 12pm. Hot roast pork, potatoes, gravy, salad, pie and beverage $15. Musical entertainment.
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Euchre, St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Mount Forest in the Murray Farwell Family Centre, 7:30pm, doors open at 7pm, $3 includes light lunch and prizes.
FRI. OCT. 11
Roast beef dinner, Palmerston Legion, 5 to 7pm. Adult $15, child $7.
SAT. OCT. 12
Alma Community country dance, 8pm to 12am, Alma Community Centre, $12.50, dance to Country Versatiles.
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Arthur Legion country jamboree, 2 to 5pm.
MON. OCT. 14
Fergus Legion, Euchre, 7:30pm, new players welcome.
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Erin Agricultural Society presents the Erin fair horse parade, 3 to 4pm, North horse ring, Erin fairgrounds. All breeds welcome. Prizes. No entry fees.
TUES. OCT. 15
Flower show, Guelph Township Horticulture club, 7:30pm, Marden Community Centre. Entries in 6:30 to 7:30pm. Remember the pie competition. Speaker: Robert Pavlis “The Lesser Known Spring Bulbs.” Public welcome. Refreshments.
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Fergus Legion, Cribbage, 7pm, new players welcome.
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Senior’s lunch, Arkell United Church, 12 to 2pm. An afternoon of food, music, cards and fellowship. 519-821-7623.
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Grand Valley Public Library silent auction, Oct. 15 to Nov. 23, 10am everyday until library closing. Fundraiser of donated items. All proceeds help support the library.
WED. OCT. 16
Fergus Legion, mixed darts, 7pm, new players welcome.
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Fergus Legion general meeting, 7:30pm, all members are encouraged to attend.
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Fergus Horticultural Society meeting, Victoria Park Senior Centre, Fergus, 7:30pm. Speaker Diana Pooke, “Delphiniums and their Kith and Kin.”
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Arthur Legion general meeting, 7pm.
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Women’s community lunch, 12 to 2pm, Butterfly Hall at St. James Anglican Church. Every Wednesday. Free and fun.
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Hariston and District Horticultural Society general meeting, 7:30pm, Harriston Seniors’ Centre. Guest Speaker Dorothy Noecker “Arranging Fall Flowers.” Door prizes and refreshments.
THURS. OCT. 17
Arthur United Church women hosting coffee hour, 9:30am. Mingle with other churches in town. All welcome.
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Fergus Legion weekly Bingo, 7pm, hosted by the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary. All welcome.
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Order of the Bear game club, Rockmosa Community Centre lower level. Open board game night every Thursday, 7pm.
FRI. OCT. 18
Ebenezer United Church youth drop-in night, Grade 7 and up, 7 to 9pm. Bring your friends for an evening of food, fun, games and time to hangout.
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Arthur Legion wing night, 6 to 8pm. All you can eat. No take out, $15.
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Minto Arts basement cafe, basement of Harriston library. Emily Burgess and The Emburys performing, 8pm. Tickets $20, 519-338-2497.
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Euchre, Drayton Legion, 7:30pm, $5, light lunch provided.
SAT. OCT. 19
Elora legion dance, 7:30pm doors open, $12, Bill Beattie playing.
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Arthur Agricultural society toy show, 10am to 3pm, Arthur Community Centre. Adults 12 and up $3, under 12 free with adult. All welcome.
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Century Church Theatre, Hillsburgh 17th annual “Bob MIlne’s Ragtime” 2:30pm, followed by gourmet afternoon tea, and 8pm. Box office 519-855-4586.
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The Torchmen in concert, Knox United Church, Clifford, 8 to 9:30pm, freewill offering.
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Fall Festival, 10am to 3pm, Melville United Church, Fergus. Lunch, baking, meat pies, Christmas corner, treasures, books, silent auction and more. 519-787-0570 or 519-843-1781.
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Duff’s Presbyterian Church bazaar, 10am to 1pm.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church hot ham supper, Alma Community Centre, 5 to 7pm, adults $15, children $7.
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Fergus’ giggest 5k family run/walk for the children of Haiti, 9:30am start. Free brunch, great prizes. Registration forms at St. Andrew’s Church Office, Fergus. 519-843-3565.
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Fergus Legion Les Willis mixed cribbage tournament, $20 per team, play starts at 1pm sharp.
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Neighbourwoods fall tree walk “Fungi in the Forest,” 10 to 11:30am, Aboyne Trail, 968 Wellington Cty Road 18, $5. Learn to identify common fungi and see how fungi interact with trees on a daily basis.
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Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation’s 2nd annual progressive Euchre tournament, Mount Forest Legion, in support of the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon. Advanced tickets at the foundation office, 519-323-3333 ext. 2750 for details.
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On the Button! exhibit opening, 1 to 3pm, Wellington County Museum and Archives, features over 900 buttons from local button collector Roger Miller, displayed alongside rarely seen garments from the museum’s collection.
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Belwood Lions Christmas craft sale and bazaar, 9am to 2pm, Belwood Community Hall. Free entry.
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Trees for Mapleton community tree plant for the Paul Day Memorial Forest, 57 Wellington St. N., Drayton, 9:30am. 30 volunteers or more to plant 450 trees, call 519-669-9209.
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Creative club, Grades SK to 3, drop-off program includes a Bible story, singing, games, craft, snacks and new friends, 10am to 12pm, Fergus North Canadian Reformed Church.
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Barrie Hill United Church turkey supper, sittings 4:30 and 6pm. For tickets call 519-856-9706. Adults $20, 7 to 12 $8.
SUN. OCT. 20
Allison Lupton Quartet in concert, a Celtic music celebration, 2pm, St. James Lutheran Church, Elmira.
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Palmerston United Church 153rd anniversary celebration, 11am to 1pm, special guest speaker is Bruce Whitmore of Walton, luncheon to follow.
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Stone United Church 157th anniversary, 10am. Guest speaker is Stephen Jackson from Anishnabeg Outreach.
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“Wiring Wellington County: A History of Early Rural Internet Initiatives” presented by Helen Aitkin, Wellington Musuem, 2pm. Hosted by Wellington County Historical Society.
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Schnitzel dinner, 5:30 to 7pm, Drayton Legion, $13 adult, 12 and under free. Take out available.
MON. OCT. 21
Fergus Legion, Euchre, 7:30pm, new players welcome.
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Elmira and District Hort. Society meeting, 7:30 to 9pm, Andria Fromanger will demonstrate “Being Creative With Succulents and Air Plants,” St. Jacobs Country Gardens, Elmira. No sign up needed, non-members $2.
TUES. OCT. 22
Guelph Horticultural Society general meeting and mini flower show, 7:30pm, Dublin Street United Church, Guelph. Guest Speaker: Paul Zammit “Planning and Planting for All Seasons.”
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Ebenezer United Church community seniors soup and sandwich lunch, 12pm. Free will offering, proceeds to a charity decided upon by the group.
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Fergus blood donor clinic, 2:30 to 7:30pm, Fergus sportsplex, book your appointment online or call 1-888-2DONATE.
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Fergus Legion, Cribbage, 7pm, new players welcome.
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Harvest Supper, 5 to 7pm, St. John Parish Centre, Arthur. Adults $15, kids 6 to 12 $7, 5 and under free. Take out available. Roast beef and homemade desserts. Tickets 519-848-5527.
WED. OCT. 23
Elora and Salem Horticultural Society meeting, 7:30pm, Elora Public Library. Conrad Wheildon, Erin’s Pumpkin Guy, a member of Giant Vegetable Growers of Ontario and Guelph Wellington Master Gardeners, speaking on growing giant vegetables. Light refreshments provided.
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Fergus Legion, mixed darts, 7pm, new players welcome.
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Palmerston United Church famous turkey supper, two buffet sittings at 5 and 6:30pm, take-outs available. $15 adults, $7 kids 6 to 12, kids under 5 free. 519-343-3620.
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Afternoon out, Arkell United Church, 2 to 4pm. Cards, sweets and more. Contact Ross at 519-822-6063.
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Harvest Bowls, 4:30 to 7pm, 577 Willow Road, Guelph. Fundraiser for Chalmers Community Services. Handmade bowls you keep, soups and breads. Tickets 519-822-7690.
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Women’s community lunch, 12 to 2pm, Butterfly Hall at St. James Anglican Church. Every Wednesday. Free and fun.
THURS. OCT. 24
Fergus Legion weekly Bingo, 7pm, hosted by the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary. All welcome.
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Euchre, St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Mount Forest in the Murray Farwell Family Centre, 7:30pm, doors open at 7pm, $3 includes light lunch and prizes.
FRI. OCT. 25
13th annual giant book sale, Friends Guelph Public Library, 1 to 4pm, $10 preview admission, 6 to 9pm free admission, 69 Huron St. Guelph, cash only.
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Fall dinner, 5 to 7pm, Arkell United Church. Tickets $15, kids 5 to 12 $7, under 5 free. Leave message at church for tickets, 519-821-7623 or pay at the door. First musical hootenanny of the season to follow, 7 to 9pm.
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Black and orange Fergus contra dance, 8 to 10:30pm, St. James Church Hall, Fergus. Adults $15, students $10, youth free. Caller Kris Rosar with live music.
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Elora Legion Halloween bash featuring The Hot Karl’s, 8pm to 2am. Prizes for best costume, late night pasta, $15 advance, $20 at the door.
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Erin community dinner, All Saints Church, Erin, 6pm. Roast chicken, vegetables, salad, apple crisp. Pay what you can.
SAT. OCT. 26
Marsville Lions community breakfast, last Saturday of every month. Marsville Community Centre. $5/plate. 7:30 to 10am.
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13th annual giant book sale, Friends Guelph Public Library, 10am to 4pm, free admission, 69 Huron St. Guelph, cash only.
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Ebenezer United Church art classes, 10am to 1pm, taught by Ruth Kranendonk. Bring a bag lunch, two dollar store canvasses, paints and brushes. $25 per class.
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Knox Church Guelph fall festival, 10am to 2pm, vendor, crafter and artisan sale. Raffle table, tea room and more. Free admission.
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Arthur Legion karaoke, 8:30pm.
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The princess conference for girls, ages 8 to 14, 9am to 3:30pm, Emmanuel Christian High School, Fergus. A day filled with teaching, worship, prayer and fun. Register online.
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Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington shredding event, 9am to 12pm, Wellington North Fire Service, 321 Main St. N., Mount Forest. Drive-thru operation, paper only, $5 banker’s box size.
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Annual stamp exhibition and sale hosted by Guelph Stamp Club, 9:30am to 3:30pm, Dublin St. United Church, Guelph.
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Semi annual roast beef dinner, 5pm, Knox Ospringe Church, corner of Hw. 125 and 124. Three sittings, tickets call 519-856-9102. Adults $20, kids $8, takeout available pre-order only.
SUN. OCT. 27
13th annual giant book sale, Friends Guelph Public Library, 10am to 4pm, 69 Huron St. Guelph, cash only. Free admission Sunday. Hardcover, paperback, vinyl, puzzles, games and more.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur is celebrating their 145th anniversary service, 11am. Speaker: Rev. Connie Visser. Special Music: The Allen Family. Lunch after service.
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Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra and Duff’s Presbyterian Church “Fiddling Through the Seasons,” 2 to 4pm, enjoy an afternoon of old time country fiddling, 2pm. Tickets 519-763-9764.
MON. OCT. 28
Annual beef dinner, Stone United Church, Rockmosa Community Centre. Adults $20, kids 12 and under $9, kids under 5 free. 5pm 519-856-4765, 6pm 519-856-9648, 7pm 519 856-2089. Takeout orders available at door or call 519-856-4765.
WED. OCT. 30
Women’s community lunch, 12 to 2pm, Butterfly Hall at St. James Anglican Church. Every Wednesday. Free and fun.
FRI. NOV. 1
Ebenezer United Church youth drop-in night, Grade 7 and up, 7 to 9pm. Bring your friends for an evening of food, fun, games and time to hangout.
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Habitat for Humanity WDG – Ultimate Habitat house party, 6pm to 12am, The Grand Guelph Banquet and Event Centre. Dance the night away during an evening filled with wonderful food, company and entertainment. Tickets online.
SAT. NOV. 2
Ebenezer United Church men’s breakfast, 8 to 9am, all men and their sons/grandsons welcome. Free will offering.
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Centre Wellington annual bazaar, 10am to 2pm, Highland Rugby Club, 160 Albert St., Fergus. Vendors. Chilli lunch.
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Ebenezer United Church roast beef supper, 4:30 to 7:30pm, $20, students $15, kids 6 and under $5. One third of profits donated to a community charity.
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Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra and Duff’s Presbyterian Church “Fiddling Through the Seasons,” 2 to 4pm, enjoy an afternoon of old time country fiddling, 2pm. Tickets 519-763-9764.
TUES. NOV. 5
Hospice Wellington grief education workshop, 6 to 7:30pm, 795 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph. Everyone is welcome. Free to attend, but registration required. Contact Wendy 519-836-3921.
THURS. NOV. 7
Palmerston blood donor clinic, 5 to 8pm, Palmerston Community Centre, book your appointment online or call 1-888-2DONATE.
SAT. NOV. 9
Alma Community country dance, 8pm to 12am, Alma Community Centre, $12.50, dance to Bill Beattie.
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Duff’s Presbyterian Church harvest ham supper, Puslinch Community Centre, 5 and 7pm, adults $20, kids 6 to 12 $10, 5 and under free. For tickets 519-767-2462 or 519-763-1163.
TUES. NOV. 12
Royal City Quilters’ Guild monthly meeting, 6:30 to 9pm, Three Willows Church, Guelph.
WED. NOV. 13
Lioness Club games night, 7pm, Euchre, Bid Euchre, Yahtzee, Dominos and Cribbage. Rockmosa Older Adult Centre. Proceeds to Guelph General Hospital for Juvenile Diabetes.
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Career Education Council presents “Your Future, Your Choice” a one-stop career, community and education resource fair for students in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin. 6 to 8pm, Centennial CVI.
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Women’s community lunch, 12 to 2pm, Butterfly Hall at St. James Anglican Church. Every Wednesday. Free and fun.
THURS. NOV. 14
Arthur Agricultural society meeting, 7:30pm, Arthur Community Centre, downstairs hall. All welcome.
FRI. NOV. 15
Ebenezer United Church youth drop-in night, Grade 7 and up, 7 to 9pm. Bring your friends for an evening of food, fun, games and time to hangout.
SAT. NOV. 16
Fergus Legion public skate, 2:30 to 3:30pm, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.
TUES. NOV. 19
Tuesday luncheon, Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira, 11:30am to 12:30pm. Meat loaf, potatoes, gravy, salad, hot vegetable, bread, apple dessert, beverage, $12.
SAT. NOV. 23
Ebenezer United Church ladies brunch, 10am to 1pm. Gift exchange of something you no longer want or use. Free will offering.
TUES. NOV. 26
Guelph Horticultural Society annual holiday penny table, 7pm, Dublin Street United Church, Guelph. Guest Speaker: Michelle Goff “Outdoor Decorating for the Winter Season.”
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Ebenezer United Church community seniors soup and sandwich lunch, 12pm. Free will offering, proceeds to a charity decided upon by the group.
WED. NOV. 27
Elora and Salem Horticultural Society, 7:30pm, Elora Public Library, retired Master Gardener Julia Kron will present “I’ll Take Mine on the Rocks.” Everyone is welcome; light refreshments will be provided.
FRI. NOV. 29
Alma Optimist beef barbecue, 5 to 7pm, Alma Community Centre.
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Ebenezer United Church youth drop-in night, Grade 7 and up, 7 to 9pm. Bring your friends for an evening of food, fun, games and time to hangout.
SAT. NOV. 30
Marsville Lions community breakfast, last Saturday of every month. Marsville Community Centre. $5/plate. 7:30 to 10am.
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Elora legion dance, 7:30pm doors open, $12, Sunrise playing.
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Ebenezer United Church art classes, 10am to 1pm, taught by Ruth Kranendonk. Bring a bag lunch, two dollar store canvasses, paints and brushes. $25 per class.
THURS. DEC. 5
Arthur Agricultural society meeting, 7:30pm, Arthur Community Centre, downstairs hall. All welcome.
SAT. DEC. 7
Ebenezer United Church men’s breakfast, 8 to 9am, all men and their sons/grandsons welcome. Free will offering.
THURS. DEC. 10
Ebenezer United Church community seniors soup and sandwich lunch, 12pm. Free will offering, proceeds to a charity decided upon by the group.
FRI. DEC. 13
Ebenezer United Church youth drop-in night, Grade 7 and up, 7 to 9pm. Bring your friends for an evening of food, fun, games and time to hangout.
SAT. DEC. 14
Arthur Agricultural society annual dinner and dance, Arthur Community Centre. Dinner 7pm, music to start 9pm.
TUES. DEC. 17
Tuesday luncheon, Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira, $15, advance tickets only, 2 seating times available, 11:15am and 12:30pm. Carved turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, roll, gravy, hot vegetable, cranberry salad, dessert, beverage.
WED. DEC. 18
Women’s community lunch, 12 to 2pm, Butterfly Hall at St. James Anglican Church. Every Wednesday. Free and fun.
SAT. DEC. 31
Elora legion dance, 6pm doors open, $50, Best and Friends playing.
SAT. FEB. 8
Fergus Legion public skate, 2:30 to 3:30pm, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.
