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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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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Alcoholics Anonymous, if you want to drink, that’s your business but if you want to stop that’s ours. 1-888-695-9357.
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The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario – a safe place for youth aged 12 to 26 offering access to recreation and wellness programs. Locations in Erin, Palmerston, and Fergus. To learn more about the Grove Hubs, see our website.
WED. NOV 20
Mount Forest Al-Anon meetings at 10am. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham St E. Please use the side entrance.
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Mount Forest Lions Bingo, every Wednesday, Mount Forest Sportsplex, doors open 5pm, early bird games 6:45pm, regular games, 7pm.
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Mount Forest Seniors Group, Euchre and double Euchre, every Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 3:30pm at the Mount Forest Sportsplex. All Seniors over 55 are welcome.
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Zoomers Drop In. 12 Dundas St E, Erin. 10am to 12pm with lunch to follow for a cost of $5. Cards, board games, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and good conversation.
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Guelph Legion Wednesday Night Bingo is back. 7pm at 57 Watson Pkwy S. Please join us and welcome back!
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Community Coffee Time hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Drop in for coffee, meet with friends from 9:30 to 11am.
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Weekly Wednesday concerts by pianist Brad Halls, (Mid-Day Music at Melville), 12 noon to 1pm at Melville United Church, Tower and St. Andrew, Fergus. 100 years of wonderful music from the world of the movies. By donation.
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7pm at Elora Library (please note change of venue) – Janet Cox from John’s Nursery will tell us all about Caring for Small Ornamental Trees.
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Elora and Salem Horticultural Society meeting at 7pm at the Elora Library (please note change of venue). Janet Cox from John’s Nursery will tell us all about Caring for Small Ornamental Trees.
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9th Equine Industry Symposium: “Cracking the Code” virtual from 6 to 7:30pm. This year’s symposium will focus on the Equine Code of Practice and its significance on a global scale. Contact eqevents@uoguelph.ca to register.
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Mimosa Church is offering Food For Thought. Dinner at 6:30pm. Lecture at 7:30pm to 8:45pm, Jordan & Petra. Dinner is a free will offering to the church`s work , but limited to 50 persons. Please book your dinner by calling 519-855-4201 or jswitzer@sentex.net
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Roast Beef Pie Day. Small roast beef pies $6, large apple pie $15. Pick up St. John’s United Church, Belwood. 6:30 to 7:30pm. To order 519-843-3380
THURS. NOV 21
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
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Annual General Meeting for Victoria Park Seniors Centre at 2pm, 150 Albert St. W., Fergus. Presentation on the Parks and Recreation Plan by MGA Consultants to follow the meeting. Members of the Centre are encouraged to attend.
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Art Gallery of Guelph is hosting: Seasonal splendor Mastering Outdoor Winter Planters with Leah Olsen-Kent at noon, 358 Gordon Street. Leah Olsen-Kent will show us how to construct outdoor plantera. All welcome.
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Courage to Grow Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly; Thursday 7:30pm at St. James Anglican Church-upstairs.
FRI. NOV 22
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
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Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur, invite you to join in a contemporary worship service at 7pm. All welcome.
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Fergus Contra Dance at St James Church Hall, Fergus. 8 to 10pm, Doors open 7:30pm. Callers Kris Rosar & Brian McIsaac w live music by The Groundhogs. Beginner lesson 7:45pm No experience required. $17/adult; $10/student w student card; Free/U14 w paying adult.
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Arthur legion is hosting a silent auction, 5 to 7pm, 281 George St, upstairs. All welcome.
SAT. NOV 23
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Saturday Night Dancing Evergreen Centre, 683 Woolwich Guelph from 7:30 to 11pm. Tickets $15. Music by: DJ Rob Martine. For Info: Margaret 519-836-8534.
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Puslinch Santa Claus Parade at 2pm at the Puslinch Community Centre. “Old Fashioned Christmas”. Meet Santa for a goody bag, hot chocolate and hotdogs. Donations to the food bank welcome. Bring your letter to Santa. Information 519-763-0309
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Belwood St John’s United Church Silent Auction from 2 to 6pm at Belwood Hall. Gift baskets, gift certificates, home crafts, knitting, quilts, framed prints, sports cards etc. A fun way to Christmas shop. Contact Barrie 519-993-3841 or jane 519-843-7046
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St. Andrew’s Hillsburgh bake sale and Vendor Marketplace, from 10am to 1pm, 83 Trafalgar, Hillsburgh. Embroidery, chocolate, cards, wood working, suncatchers, crochet, Avon & Epicure and more! Free admission. Come get in the Christmas Spirit and pick up some fabulous holiday baking too.
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Centre Wellington Optimist Club-Fergus is holding their annual Holiday Market from 10am to 2pm at the Fergus Legion. Many vendors and crafters, kid’s craft table, face-painting, fortune teller, baked goods and perogies! Food and drinks available for purchase. Spin the wheel for prizes and enter our draw for a top prize of $300. worth of groceries!
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Karaoke night at the Arthur Legion, downstairs, 8pm, 281 George St. All welcome.
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Local Pieces Gallery, 126 St. Andrew St. W. Fergus. Author Sonia Day launches her new novel, The Newfoundland Lunch Party. 2 to 4 pm
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Downtown Guelph Holiday Market from 10am to 4pm, St. George’s Anglican Church, 99 Woolwich Street. $3, or by donation of a non-perishable food donation for The Guelph Food Bank.
SUN. NOV 24
Elora Festival Pre-Christmas Sale from 11am to 4pm at the Fergus Branch of Royal Canadian Legion 500 Blair Street. Gently used adult and children’s books, games, puzzles, Christmas music and a surprise selection of special items chosen by our volunteers for this special sale. Cash only.
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The Ontario Reformatory, Its Past, Its Present and Its Future, 1:30pm at the Aboyne Hall, WCMA. Learn about the land’s history and find out the future of this landmark property. All welcome. Hosted by Wellington County Historical Society.
MON. NOV 25
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
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Guelph Wellington Breast Cancer Support group daytime meeting 10:30am to 12pm at McDonalds Restaurant on Stone Rd in Guelph. New members welcome. email:guelphwellingtonbcsg@gmail.com
TUES. NOV 26
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Central Church, Elora, 7674 Colborne St, will be running the Alpha program Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8:30pm until the end of November. The course, and nightly dinner, are free of charge. Absolutely anyone is welcome. Contact : 519 846-0272 for more details.
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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CW Probus Club. All retirees welcome. Last Tuesday monthly 10am at the Aboyne Museum. Speakers, bus trips, socials.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-488-5666 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
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Arthur Historical Society invites you to attend the Arthur Historical Society monthly meeting
7pm at the David M. Kozinets Centre, Arthur. Speaker: Jeff Collinson, Topic: Postal History. All welcome.
WED. NOV 27
Mount Forest Al-Anon meetings at 10am. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham St E. Please use the side entrance.
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Mount Forest Lions Bingo, every Wednesday, Mount Forest Sportsplex, doors open 5pm, early bird games 6:45pm, regular games, 7pm.
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Mount Forest Seniors Group, Euchre and double Euchre, every Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 3:30pm at the Mount Forest Sportsplex. All Seniors over 55 are welcome.
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Zoomers Drop In. 12 Dundas St E, Erin. 10am to 12pm with lunch to follow for a cost of $5. Cards, board games, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and good conversation.
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Guelph Legion Wednesday Night Bingo is back. 7pm at 57 Watson Pkwy S. Please join us and welcome back!
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Community Coffee Time hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Drop in for coffee, meet with friends from 9:30 to 11am.
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Weekly Wednesday concerts by pianist Brad Halls, (Mid-Day Music at Melville), 12 noon to 1pm at Melville United Church, Tower and St. Andrew, Fergus. 100 years of wonderful music from the world of the movies. By donation.
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Annual General Meeting, Fergus & District Horticultural Society, 6:30pm at the Fergus Branch, Royal Canadian Legion, 500 Blair Street. Members invited to our annual Potluck Dinner, followed by our Annual General Meeting. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., dinner served at 6:30. Bring your own dishes and utensils.
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Eramosa Union Cemetery Annual Meeting at 7:30pm, 5702 Wellington Rd. 29, Rockwood. All are welcome.
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Mimosa Church is offering Food For Thought. Dinner at 6:30pm. Lecture at 7:30pm to 8:45pm, Croatia & Serbia. Dinner is a free will offering to the church`s work , but limited to 50 persons. Please book your dinner by calling 519-855-4201 or jswitzer@sentex.net
THURS. NOV 28
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
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Roast Beef Take-Out Dinner hosted by James Street United Church, Palmerston from 4 to 6:30pm. Full Roast Beef Dinner plus dessert. Pickups at the Church between 4-6:30 pm. $20/adults, Kids 1/2 price.
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Courage to Grow Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly; Thursday 7:30pm at St. James Anglican Church-upstairs.
FRI. NOV 29
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
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Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
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Hootenannies, 7pm at Arkell United Church, 600 Arkell Rd. at Arkell and Watson. Sign up for your turn in the spotlight or just come to listen and enjoy the music. Contact Rob Stark at 519-994-4996 if you wish to have more information.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur, invite you to join in a contemporary worship service at 7pm. All welcome.
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Naomi Bristow Christmas Concert hosted by Gale Presbyterian Church at 7pm, doors open at 6pm, 10 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira. Tickets $30. Email or call Irene – 519-669-8410 or events@galepresbyterian.com. Proceeds to Grand River Hospital Children’s Cancer Centre & Presbyterian World Service & Devel.
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Alma Optimist Club’s Famous Beef BBQ from 5 to 7pm, Alma Community Centre, 51 Simpson St. Tickets $20 per adult, $10 per kid (6 to 12), Free 5 and under. Dine In only.
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Wellington County Museum and Archives 4th annual Christmas Market from 4 to 9pm. Join us for
Christmas Carolers. Admission by donation.
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Annual Pot Luck and Auction hosted by St Paul’s United Church, Arthur, 8276 sideroad 25. Dinner starts at 5:30pm, auction 7pm. A church fundraiser for community outreach. Studio Boutique are the auctioneers.
SAT. NOV 30
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Christmas Tea hosted by Barrie Hill United Church from 2 to 4pm, 5702 Wellington Rd 29. Tickets $25./12 and under $10. text or call Martha 519-362-3785 or martha.amidon@gmail.com
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Fundraising Breakfast for Canadian Foodgrains Bank from 8 to 11am., Rockwood United Church, $12 per person, family rate available. Sponsored by Local Growing Project of Stone/Rockwood United Churches; Breakfast proceeds will help raise funds for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank in efforts to combat global hunger
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Ladies Auxiliary Br.234 Craft Sale, 10am to 2pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 234, 57 Watson Rd., Guelph. Come and shop our many vendors (30+) and bake table. Stay for lunch in our tea room and take home some of our famous meat pies. For more information call 519-763-8798
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Arthur United Church Women Poinsettia Luncheon, Bake Sale & Bazaar, Saturday, from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Lunch, soup, sandwiches, dessert & beverage. Bake table, preserves, Miscellaneous table including puzzles. Everyone welcome.
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Saturday afternoon of Euchre, 1pm at Knox Presbyterian Church, 51 Church St. E., Elora Cost $10 Prizes & Refreshments. All welcome.
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Wellington County Museum and Archives 4th annual Christmas Market from 12 to 5pm. Horse-drawn Wagon Rides and a Visit From Santa Claus. Admission by donation.
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Free clothing for all! “Cozy Closet” at Melville United Church, 300 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus from 10am to 2pm.
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Visit the beautiful Village of Elora for the Elora Lions Santa Claus Parade. 6:15pm start, original parade route starting at Sophia St./Geddes St., traveling down Geddes St. and Metcalfe St., turning left on Mill St. E., ending a Bissell Park. Come see Elora sparkle.
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Wellington Wanderers Live in Concert hosted by Knox Presbyterian Church Grand Valley, 2pm, 2 Water St. Come enjoy an afternoon of timeless classics also Christmas music with talented locals “Wellington Wanderers” Reserve your tickets at info@knoxgrandvalley.com. $20 each or 2/$30
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Badenoch Craft Sale from 10am to 3pm, 4217 Watson Road S. Puslinch. Sewing, baking, crafts and vendors. Something for everyone.
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Joyful Christmas Music for the whole family sung by the Guelph Concert Band, 7:30pm at Guelph’s Harcourt Memorial Untied Church. “Christmas Vacation: A Journey Home”. Tickets via Eventbrite or at the door $20 adults, $15 seniors, 12 and under free, $50 groups up to six.
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Centre Wellington Singers, Christmas Concert “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” 3pm Melville United Church. Special Guest Guelph Youth Singers. Tickets $20, under 12 yrs $5. To purchase: The Scottish Shop, Fergus and Magic Pebbles Books, Elora or by phone 519-846-5419.
SUN. DEC 1
Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 Progressive Euchre. 1pm start time, registration before. All welcome.
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Arts & Craft Show from 9am to 3pm, Grand Valley & District Public School, 120 Main St. N. Grand Valley, Free Admission / Door Prizes. All Proceeds To the Grand Valley Food Bank plus Hamper & Angels program. Donations greatly appreciated for the Grand Valley Food Bank, Presented by the Grand Valley Lions Club.
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Christmas Sing-A-Long with Gary Faris and Friends hosted by the Speedside United Church, 2pm. Enjoy singing & listening to Christmas music with Gary and friends. All welcome.
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Jamboree hosted by the Arthur Legion, 1 to 5pm, 281 George St. Do you like do sing? Do you play an instrument? Come jam with other musicians. $5 per person
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Badenoch Craft Sale from 10am to 3pm, 4217 Watson Road S. Puslinch. Sewing, baking, crafts and vendors. Something for everyone.
MON. DEC 2
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
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Ennotville Historical Library’s Christmas Potluck t 6pm, 7722 6th Line. Join us for an evening of good food, great company and maybe even some entertainment. All welcome.
TUES. DEC 3
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-488-5666 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
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OAC at 150: Celebrating the Past, Charting the Future. Speaker: Dr. John Cranfield, Interim Dean of the Ontario Agricultural College at 7:30pm, Guelph Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk Street. All lectures are free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.
WED. DEC 4
Mount Forest Al-Anon meetings at 10am. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham St E. Please use the side entrance.
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Mount Forest Lions Bingo, every Wednesday, Mount Forest Sportsplex, doors open 5pm, early bird games 6:45pm, regular games, 7pm.
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Mount Forest Seniors Group, Euchre and double Euchre, every Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 3:30pm at the Mount Forest Sportsplex. All Seniors over 55 are welcome.
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Zoomers Drop In. 12 Dundas St E, Erin. 10am to 12pm with lunch to follow for a cost of $5. Cards, board games, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and good conversation.
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Guelph Legion Wednesday Night Bingo is back. 7pm at 57 Watson Pkwy S. Please join us and welcome back!
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Community Coffee Time hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Drop in for coffee, meet with friends from 9:30 to 11am.
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Weekly Wednesday concerts by pianist Brad Halls, (Mid-Day Music at Melville), 12 noon to 1pm at Melville United Church, Tower and St. Andrew, Fergus. 100 years of wonderful music from the world of the movies. By donation.
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South Wellington Coin Society December Meeting, 7pm at 121 Rockmosa Drive, Rockwood (Adult Centre, in the Library building). Come out to enjoy an educational presentation, draws, an auction, and friendly discussion.
THURS. DEC 5
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
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Courage to Grow Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly; Thursday 7:30pm at St. James Anglican Church-upstairs.
FRI. DEC 6
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
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Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
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Join Knox Conn Presbyterian Church – annual display of nativity scenes (over 500), angels, Christmas traditions. 5 to 8pm, 8015 Hwy 89, Conn.
SAT. DEC 7
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Spanish Worship Service hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 149 Frederick Street, Arthur. Every Saturday Evening at 4pm with Pastor David Choi Bienvenidos Todos. Contact (519) 848-2829.
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Christmas in the Village Bazaar – Baking, Silent Auction, Penny Table, Lunch Café, Vintage Christmas Items, Crafts from 9am to 2pm in St. John’s Parish Hall, 115 Main Street Rockwood.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fergus, Craft Fair and Bake Sale! 10am to 2pm. Wheelchair accessible. Fundraiser for H.E.A.R.T.S. and schools in Haiti.
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James Street United Church’s Annual Kids’ Christmas Bazaar from 9 to 11am, 215 James Street, Palmerston. Let the kids do their own shopping this Christmas! Our Annual Kids’ Christmas Bazaar for kids 12 & Under, with gifts $4 or less & gift wrapping included. Elves on site to help.
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Alma Christmas Craft Market from 9am to 2pm, 51 Simpson St. Join us for some Christmas Magic and finish off your Christmas Shopping with over 50 vendors. Warm lunch available.
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Free clothing for all! “Cozy Closet” at Melville United Church, 300 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus from 10am to 2pm.
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Join Knox Conn Presbyterian Church – annual display of nativity scenes (over 500), angels, Christmas traditions. 10am to 4pm, 8015 Hwy 89, Conn.
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Breakfast With Santa from 8 to 11am at the Belwood Lions Club, 37 Queen St., Belwood. Hosted by the Belwood Lions. Pancakes, sausages, hash browns, fruit cups and drinks for $10.00 (adults), $6.00 for children (youth). Children under 5 will be admitted for free. All are welcome.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church – Alma, Christmas Bake Sale from 9am to Noon, 8 Peel St. Alma, yummy Christmas goodies.
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Downtown Guelph Holiday Market from 10am to 4pm, St. George’s Anglican Church, 99 Woolwich Street. $3, or by donation of a non-perishable food donation for The Guelph Food Bank.
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Belwood and District Lions Club presents Breakfast with Santa from 8 to 11am, at Belwood Hall. Pictures with Santa can be arranged – Adults $10, Youth 5-13 yrs $6, Under 5 free, for more information call George at 519-546-6759. Food Bank donations are being accepted.
SUN. DEC 8
The choir of St. John’s United Church in Belwood will be presenting a Cantata, O Holy Light by Mary MacDonald, starting at 11am, 28 Queen St Belwood. Everyone welcome.
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Join Knox Conn Presbyterian Church – annual display of nativity scenes (over 500), angels, Christmas traditions. 1 to 4pm, 8015 Hwy 89, Conn.
MON. DEC 9
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
TUES. DEC 10
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-488-5666 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
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Four Corners Quilters Guild meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Mount Forest Recreation Complex. Meeting starts at 7pm. New members are welcome.
WED. DEC 11
Mount Forest Al-Anon meetings at 10am. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham St E. Please use the side entrance.
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Mount Forest Lions Bingo, every Wednesday, Mount Forest Sportsplex, doors open 5pm, early bird games 6:45pm, regular games, 7pm.
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Mount Forest Seniors Group, Euchre and double Euchre, every Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 3:30pm at the Mount Forest Sportsplex. All Seniors over 55 are welcome.
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Zoomers Drop In. 12 Dundas St E, Erin. 10am to 12pm with lunch to follow for a cost of $5. Cards, board games, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and good conversation.
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Guelph Legion Wednesday Night Bingo is back. 7pm at 57 Watson Pkwy S. Please join us and welcome back!
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Community Coffee Time hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Drop in for coffee, meet with friends from 9:30 to 11am.
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Weekly Wednesday concerts by pianist Brad Halls, (Mid-Day Music at Melville), 12 noon to 1pm at Melville United Church, Tower and St. Andrew, Fergus. 100 years of wonderful music from the world of the movies. By donation.
THURS. DEC 12
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
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Chili Supper from 5 to 7 pm. Chili, hot dogs, cookies, hot chocolate, coffee, juice. Hosted by St. John’s Anglican Church, Parish Hall, 115 Main St. Rockwood. All welcome.
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Inside the world of art appraisal-Stories from Bert Dorpmans and Lauren Olgivie, a free event hosted by the Art Gallery of Guelph starting at noon. Come and listen to what exciting finds they come across when doing art appraisals.
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Courage to Grow Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly; Thursday 7:30pm at St. James Anglican Church-upstairs.
FRI. DEC 13
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
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Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
SAT. DEC 14
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Spanish Worship Service hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 149 Frederick Street, Arthur. Every Saturday Evening at 4pm with Pastor David Choi Bienvenidos Todos. Contact (519) 848-2829.
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Belwood Lions Spirit and beer Bottle Collection 10 to 12pm. Belwood Hall, 36 Queen St. Belwood. All money raise is donated to community charities.
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Christmas Bake & Christmas Decorations Sale, 9am to 2pm at Melville United Church, St. Andrew & Tower, Fergus. Christmas cookies, variety plates and tins, muffins, pudding, fudge, mince and butter tarts, pies. Meat pies. Christmas decorations. Vintage train sets. Pop-up women’s clothing sale with Simply Celebrate You.
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St. James Anglican Church Fergus is hosting their annual Christmas Bake Sale , Plus Crafts also Second Hand Christmas Decorations from 9am to 2pm, 171 Queen St. Fergus.
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Downtown Guelph Holiday Market from 10am to 4pm, St. George’s Anglican Church, 99 Woolwich Street. $3, or by donation of a non-perishable food donation for The Guelph Food Bank.
SUN. DEC 15
Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 Progressive Euchre. 1pm start time, registration before. All welcome.
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Fergus Curling Club is having a Fundraiser Bottle Drive from 2 to 4pm at 148 St George St W, Fergus. Bring your returnable bottles and cans to support Fergus Curling Club fundraising initiatives to improve the club. Meet in the side parking lot.
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Progressive euchre at the Arthur Legion, 12:45pm, 281 George St. $5 a person. All welcome.
MON. DEC 16
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
TUES. DEC 17
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-488-5666 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
WED. DEC 18
Mount Forest Al-Anon meetings at 10am. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham St E. Please use the side entrance.
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Mount Forest Lions Bingo, every Wednesday, Mount Forest Sportsplex, doors open 5pm, early bird games 6:45pm, regular games, 7pm.
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Mount Forest Seniors Group, Euchre and double Euchre, every Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 3:30pm at the Mount Forest Sportsplex. All Seniors over 55 are welcome.
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Zoomers Drop In. 12 Dundas St E, Erin. 10am to 12pm with lunch to follow for a cost of $5. Cards, board games, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and good conversation.
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Guelph Legion Wednesday Night Bingo is back. 7pm at 57 Watson Pkwy S. Please join us and welcome back!
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Community Coffee Time hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Drop in for coffee, meet with friends from 9:30 to 11am.
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Weekly Wednesday concerts by pianist Brad Halls, (Mid-Day Music at Melville), 12 noon to 1pm at Melville United Church, Tower and St. Andrew, Fergus. 100 years of wonderful music from the world of the movies. By donation.
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A Holly Jolly Christmas Show with MooreBand at 7pm is being sponsored by Drayton Reformed Church. Proceeds go to: Drayton Foodbank & Don’t Forget to Breathe. 72 Wellington St S, Drayton.
THURS. DEC 19
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
FRI. DEC 20
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
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Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
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Drayton Legion euchre at 7:30pm. $5 admission includes a light lunch. Everyone is welcome.
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All you can eat chicken wings at the Arthur Legion, 6pm, 281 George St. Adults $25, Under 12 $12. Live music by The bannerman Brothers. All welcome.
SAT. DEC 21
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Spanish Worship Service hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 149 Frederick Street, Arthur. Every Saturday Evening at 4pm with Pastor David Choi Bienvenidos Todos. Contact (519) 848-2829.
SUN. DEC 22
Christmas Cantata – Bethlehem’s Child by Victor C. Johnson & Lloyd Larson, directed by Derek Moore and performed by the Wellington North Community Choir. Mount Forest United Church, at 2:30pm. Free will offering to local food banks.
MON. DEC 23
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
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Guelph Wellington Breast Cancer Support Group daytime meeting from 10:30am to 12pm at McDonald’s Restaurant, Stone Rd. Guelph. Weather permitting. guelphwellingtonbcsg@gmail.com
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Christmas Cantata – Bethlehem’s Child by Victor C. Johnson & Lloyd Larson, directed by Derek Moore and performed by the Wellington North Community Choir. St. John’s Roman Catholic Church, Arthur, at 7:30pm. Free will offering to local food banks.
TUES. DEC 24
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-48856 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
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Christmas Eve candlelight service, 7pm. Melville United Church, 300 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus.
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Christmas Eve Service, St.Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Frederick St., Arthur, 7pm. All welcome.
THURS. DEC 26
Euchre at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre, every Thursday 7:30pm.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Thursday at 1:30pm.
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Every Thursday evening the Fergus Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bingo at 7pm, come out for an evening of fun and bring a friend.
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Mount Forest AA Meeting every Thursday 8pm. Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E.
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Ladies Community Bible Study hosted by the Central Church Elora, 9:30 to 11:30am. We welcome all ladies to study God’s Word along with us. We will have a short video & small group discussion with fellowship & fun.
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Courage to Grow Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly; Thursday 7:30pm at St. James Anglican Church-upstairs.
FRI. DEC 27
Euchre at Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 310 King St E. 1pm. Every Friday come enjoy friendly games of euchre. Contact info: Al Hodgson, 519-323-6143
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Friday at 7pm to play cribbage in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Open Jam Session at the Elora Legion, 2pm. Drop-in jam sessions hosted by The NoName Band. Join in or sit back and enjoy the music.
…..
Cribbage at the Fergus Victoria Park Seniors Centre every Friday at 9:30am.
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St. John’s Anglican Church (Elora) Parish Centre Song Circle, music provided, every Friday at 10:30am. Join us for some old favourite songs and fun in the yellow house, south entrance, across from Geddes Market.
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Hootenannies, 7pm at Arkell United Church, 600 Arkell Rd. at Arkell and Watson. Sign up for your turn in the spotlight or just come to listen and enjoy the music. Contact Rob Stark at 519-994-4996 if you wish to have more information.
SAT. DEC 28
Karaoke every Saturday Night in the clubroom at The Elora Legion, 8pm.
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A.A meeting every Saturday night at 8pm at the Mount Forest Presbyterian church 196 Birmingham St.
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Spanish Worship Service hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 149 Frederick Street, Arthur. Every Saturday Evening at 4pm with Pastor David Choi Bienvenidos Todos. Contact (519) 848-2829.
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Saturday Night Dancing Evergreen Centre, 683 Woolwich Guelph from 7:30 to 11pm. Tickets $15. Music by: DJ Rob Martine. For Info: Margaret 519-836-8534.
SUN. DEC 29
Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 Progressive Euchre. 1pm start time, registration before. All welcome.
MON. DEC 30
Are you suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, anger issues, panic, sleeplessness? Recovery Canada can help you. You are not alone. Zoom meetings every Mon from 7:30 to 9pm. Call Donna at 519-323-6272 or mcrobdon@hotmail.com for the link.
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Shuffleboard at the Mount Forest Sports Complex, Mondays 1 to 3pm. Contact 519-323-3281 for more info.
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Seniors Darts at the Mount Forest Legion, every Monday at 12:30pm. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of darts.
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Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Euchre every Monday at 1:30pm
TUES. DEC 31
Harriston 55+ Seniors Club hosting Senior’s cards at the Harriston Train Station. Pepper every Tuesday at 1:30pm
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Euchre at the Elora Legion every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Come enjoy a night out!
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Arthur Senior Citizens Club meets every Tuesday at 1pm to play euchre in the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, 244 Isabella St. Arthur.
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Fergus Brass Band – a multi-instrument band practice every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Located at the Band Hall on Blair St, Fergus, across from the legion.
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Arthur optimist Bingo. Every Tuesday night. Doors open at 5pm, games start at 6:45pm. Upstairs of the Arthur legion.
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Central Church, Elora, 7674 Colborne St, will be running the Alpha program Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8:30pm until the end of November. The course, and nightly dinner, are free of charge. Absolutely anyone is welcome. Contact : 519 846-0272 for more details. (end of November)
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Cribbage at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club starting at 1pm at the Mount Forest Lawn Bowling Club, 340 King St E. Crib for all levels! Come out for an enjoyable afternoon.
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The Association of Parent Support Groups Ontario (APSGO) is for parents struggling with the behaviour of a youth or young adult. Meetings every Tuesday 7:30 to 9pm on zoom. Call 1-800-488-5666 or 519-763-6186 for the link.
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CW Probus Club. All retirees welcome. Last Tuesday monthly 10am at the Aboyne Museum. Speakers, bus trips, socials.
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New Years Eve Matinee from 1 to 4pm at the Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St. Celebrate New years with the Entertainers 2. Tickets $10 on sale now. Light refreshment and party favor’s included.