The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
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Reflections: The theme of many testimonies
Freedom is the theme of many people’s lives, many of whom have stories that follow a common plot that goes something like this.
County’s experimental acres now accepting applications for 2026
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The 2026 intake for Wellington County’s Experimental Acres program is now open.
Come ‘Home for the Holidays’ this Christmas with Centre Wellington Singers
FERGUS – The Centre Wellington Singers are preparing to kick off the Christmas concert season.
Local adult skaters advancing to Provincial Series Stratford Classic
ERIN – Adult skaters from Skate Canada Mount Forest competed in the Provincial Series Adult Events Competition in Erin on Nov. 16.
Ross Ferguson Royal Canadian Air Cadet squadron holds overnight vigil
ERIN – The Ross Ferguson Royal Canadian Air Cadet squadron once again did their overnight vigil in Erin leading up to Remembrance Day from 8pm Nov. 10 to 8am Nov.11.
Hundreds attend “soft” opening of the new addition at The Elora Centre for the Arts
ELORA – Hundreds of visitors attended the “soft” opening of the new addition at The Elora Centre for the Arts on Nov. 16.
Alice in Wonderland pantomime hits the stage in Hillsburgh
HILLSBURGH – Pantomimes are a tradition at Century Church Theatre in Hillsburgh. Every November and December a classic fairy tale, or well-known children’s story, comes to life with a bit of a twist, much to the enjoyment of audiences, say officials.
Joy In The City Guelph Society and Guelph Black Heritage Society present gospel music workshop
GUELPH – Joy In The City Guelph Society has partnered with the Guelph Black Heritage Society on a workshop series called Music Speaks.
Elora Centre for the Arts hosts annual open house, shopping event
ELORA – Elora Centre for the Arts’ annual Open House and Christmas Sale is set for Nov. 29 and 30 from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free.
Canadian Nutcracker tradition continues in Guelph
GUELPH – Live at the Hippo Pool Events continues the Nutcracker tradition in Guelph.
Lions Club hosts Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 29
ERIN – Snow continues to dust the roads and rooftops, signalling the fast-approaching Christmas season.
Christmas Market returns to the Wellington County Museum and Archives
ABOYNE – The spirit of the season returns to the Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) as the annual Christmas Market celebrates its fifth year.
Holiday Market Box Series returns to county, Guelph
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Seasonally-themed holiday boxes will be arriving on doorsteps next month, but they aren’t coming from Santa.
Black Tie Bingo marks 30 years of impact for Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital (GGH) has announced the 30th annual Black Tie Bingo, taking place March 28, 2026.