ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives will be hosting the annual Christmas Market for a second year, taking place Nov. 25 and 26.
Guelph Humane Society appoints new executive director, Lisa Veit
GUELPH — The Guelph Humane Society’s (GHS) board of directors has announced the appointment of Lisa Veit as its executive director.
New owners hold re-opening ribbon cutting event
Ribbon cutting – A business that has been operating for about 20 years has new owners.
Corn roast/ eating contest at local fair
PALMERSTON – The Minto Farmers Market is hosting a Corn Roast and Corn on the Cob Eating contest at the Palmerston Fall Fair on Aug. 27.
Township plans luncheon for volunteers, newcomers
WELLINGTON NORTH – The township invites all volunteers and newcomers to a community luncheon from 11am to 1pm at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex on Sept. 23.
Reflections: Spiritual refreshment
In the middle of the summer, plants need to be watered regularly. Whether from the sky or from our rain barrel, the plants in our yard always seem to thrive after good, regular watering. They turn a vibrant green, they perk up, and they have new life.
Vacation Bible School participants enjoy week of faith and fun
Vacation Bible School - Faith and fun were the hallmarks of First Baptist Vacation Bible School (VBS) in Drayton from July 25-29.
Wellington County Plowmen’s Match returns Sept. 17
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The Wellington County Plowmen’s Match returns this fall.
Hillsburgh Family Fun Day held at Victoria Park
Family Fun Day – The annual Hillsburgh Family Fun Day returned Aug. 20 to a full-scale, in-person event at a new, larger venue at Victoria Park after two years of a Covid Classic Car Cruise.
Drayton Entertainment announces youth auditions for Holiday Panto
ST. JACOBS – Drayton Entertainment recently announced Children’s Chorus auditions for Wizard of Oz: The Panto, which will be on stage this holiday season in St. Jacobs.
12th annual Minto Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament supports four local organizations
Charity golf - The 12th Annual Minto Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament was held Aug. 4 at Pike Lake Golf Centre.
Alma Optimist Car Show and Swap Meet set for Aug. 27
ALMA – The Alma Optimist Car Show and Swap Meet will be held here on Aug. 27.
Arthur Aces women’s team completes undefeated season with championship win
ARTHUR – After a championship weekend, the Women’s Major Series Lacrosse (WMSL) league season has come to an end.
Garden tour in Erin Aug. 20
ERIN – The Erin Garden Club is holding a free, self-guided garden tour on Aug. 20 from 10am to 4pm.