Ongoing Events
Ongoing through to January, 2006
Guelph, Everyone Loves a Parade: Downtown Guelph Celebrations
Guelph Civic Museum
Downtown Guelph has been the scene for many celebration including the Provincial Winter Fair, royal visits, and of course parades. Images and objects from the museum's collection highlighted. Open daily 1-5.
Guelph Museums
(519) 836-1221
msuem@guelph.ca
$4 - AD $3 - SR,ST,CH $10 - FAM

Ongoing to November 13, 2005
Stratford, Vimy and After/Articles of War
Gallery Stratford. Vimy and After Drawings by Walter Seymour Allward
An exhibition of drawings by the Canadian architect of the Canadian War Memorial in Vimy, France and in Stratford, Ontario. Drawings from the collections of the National Gallery of Canada, the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Queens University Archives and the Allward families. Artists talk: Art and War: An illustrated talk by the artists. Thursday November 10 at 7pm
Peter Romeo
519-271-5271
promeo@gallerystratford.on.ca
Fee: SR=$4 AD=A$5 CH=Free

November 19 to January 1, 2006
Goderich, Festival of Lights Celebrations
Court House Park
Let Goderich warm your heart with yuletide joy, glittering lights, magical displays and fantastic sites during this annual salute to the festive holiday season. Court House Park features thousands of coloured lights and many displays.
Tourism Goderich
1-800-280-7637
specialevents@town.goderich.on.ca
Free

November 26 to January 1, 2006
Kitchener, A Christmas Fantasy
Victoria Park, Kitchener, Get in the spirit of the holidays at 7 p.m. on November 26, at the Victoria Park clock tower. Everyone is welcome to join, and be dazzled by the ambiance, when the Christmas lights in Victoria Park will be turned on for the first time! Lights on Daily from Dusk to Midnight.
1-519-749-6558
kwtourism@golden.net
www.kw-visitor.on.ca
Free

November 30 to December 4, 2005
Kitchener, Christkindl Market
Kitchener City Hall, Bring friends and family, and discover the true spirit of Gemuetlichkeit in Kitchener-Waterloo!
1-519-741-2387
kwtourism@golden.net
www.christkindlcanada.com
Free

Ongoing to December 31, 2005
St. Jacobs, Free Pet ID Clinic
Creature Comfort Pet Emporium St. Jacobs
A community service event provided at no charge to pet owners. Free Personalized ID tag/ Registration in the "Pet Recovery" database increases the success of reuniting lost pets with their families. Drop by to register your pet at: 1553 King St N, St. Jacobs (Upper Village)
Creature Comfort Pet Emporium
1-519-664-3366
creaturecomfort@bellnet.ca
Free

November 5 to 6, 2005
Goderich, Huron Tract Spinners and Weavers Annual Sale and Exhibition
Governor's House, Huron Historic Gaol (Hwy #21)
Sat. 10am to 5pm, Sun. 11am to 4pm - Sale and exhibition of weaving, spinning and basketry. Demonstrations and children's activities.
Denise Lockie
(519) 529-7974
Free

November 5 and 6, 2005

Guelph,
Theatre in the Trees
Arboretum Centre
A wonderful combination of live entertainment and buffet dinner nestled in The OAC Centennial Arboretum Centre at the University of Guelph makes Theatre in the Trees a relaxed, pleasant and thoroughly entertaining evening. The cost per person is $53.00 (all inclusive). Cash bar. Reservations are required. For mature audiences. The play may contain strong language. Doors open 6:00 p.m., Buffet Dinner 6:30 p.m., Performance 8:00 p.m. Please contact us for show information. matinee 12, 19, 25, 26
Barb Watson - Ash
519-824-4120 x 54110
arbor@uoguelph.ca
$53.00

November 7 to 11, 2005
Guelph, Remembrance Week At McCrae House
McCrae House
Visit McCrae House as Guelph Amateur Radio Club sends messages of peace around the world.
Guelph Museums
(519) 836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
$4 - AD $3 - SR,ST,CH $10 - AD

November 9, 2005
Guelph, Windjammers - War and Remembrance
River Run Centre
The music will reflect both popular and martial music of the two World Wars with a concentration of WW11.
Box Office
519-763-3000
www.riverrun.ca
$25/$23/$12.50 Verteran / eyeGO

November 11 to November 13, 2005
Bayfield, Christmas in Bayfield
Main Street Bayfield
Celebrate Christmas the old fashion way. Picture this! Unique shops, charming atmosphere, friendly service, leisurely dining and festive music, holiday decor, "tree lighting festival" and much more. Christmas parade Sat. at 2pm.
Diane Denomme
(519) 565-5253
Free

November 12 to 13, 2005
County of Huron, Christmas in the Country Studio Tour
"Along the Maitland", 10am to 4pm - Visit the crafters along the Maitland (Molesworth, Wroxeter, Gorrie, Belmore areas) and enjoy country at its best! A great place to Christmas shop for that person who has everything.
Bev Woodley
(519) 335-3909
woodley@scsinternet.com
Free

November 12 to 13, 2005
Goderich, Goderich IODE Christmas House Tour
Throughout Goderich. 11am to 4pm - A self guided tour of homes decorated for cChristmas by local merchants. A special twilight tour may be arranged Nov. 11
Louise Sygrove
(519) 524-2805
$10.00

November 16-19, 2005
Waterloo, Our Town
Theatre of the Arts, University of Waterloo
UW Drama Dept's performance of "Our Town"
8:00 pm
School matinees 12:30 519 888-4908
Robin Atchison 519 888-4567 x. 5808
ratchiso@uwaterloo.ca
$12 General/$10 SR, Students

November 18-20, 2005
Mississauga, SEASONS HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING & DECOR SHOW
International Centre, Arrow Hall
From decor to dessert-celebrating the holiday season will be an inspiring experience for visitors to Seasons - celebrity experts from the culinary & decor fields plus a selective array of exhibitors.
Matrix North Events Inc.
905-939-0693
tmcknight@matrixnorthevents.com
Fee: $10.00-adults, $8.00-Seniors/Youth-$8.00, under 12-free

November 18 to 26, 2005
Kitchener, Festival of Trees
Kitchener City Hall Rotunda, This annual event is for the whole family to enjoy great food, gifts and activities. Over 25 decorated trees and displays, holiday treats and treasures to purchase, entertainment throughout the festival, big ticket raffle draw, Santa's workshops for Children, seasonal decor demonstrations, fashion show and lunch with Santa.
1-519-749-6558
festivaloftrees@stmaryshop.on.ca
http://www.smgh.ca
Free

November 19, 2005
Goderich, Goderich Santa Claus Parade
The Square
Begins at 7:15pm - Enjoy an evening parade on The Square.
Tourism Goderich
1-800-280-7637
specialevents@town.goderich.on.ca
Free

November 19, 2005
Kitchener, K-W Santa Claus Parade
Kitchener-Waterloo, Parade will travel down King St. from Erb St. in
Waterloo to Cedar Street in Kitchener, starting at 10 a.m.
1-800-265-6959
OR Lions Club 1-519-745-1541
kwtourism@golden.net
www.kw-visitor.on.ca
Non perishable food items will be collected for the food bank.

November 19 to 20, 2005
Seaforth Area, Christmas Show and Sale of Pottery
44004 Bridge Rd., 4 km north of St. Columban
Studio open house featuring new work in stoneware and porcelain by award winning potter Robert Tetu. Choose from fuctional pottery or beautiful one-of-a-kind decorative items, all displayed in our historical general store.
Robert Tetu
(519) 345-2184
beechwood@cyg.net

November 25, 2005
Exeter, Exeter Tree Lighting of MacNaughton Park
MacNaughton Park
Starts at 7pm - Carolling, hot chocolate and treats served compliments of Tim Hortons. Family event.
Laurie Dykstra
(519) 235-2326

November 25, 2005
Lucknow,
Lucknow Tree Lighting
Lucknow Post Office
Starts at 7pm - Make a home-made decoration and bring it to put on our Christmas tree. Sing-along and hot chocolate with treats for the children. Also visit the businesses for their Christmas specials.
Bryan Marriage
(519) 528-2220
Free

November 25, 2005,
Seaforth, Seaforth Lions Santa Claus Parade
Main Street
Starts at 7pm - Night time parade - bands and floats covered in lights.
Joe Steffler
(519) 527-2389
jlsteff@tcc.on.ca
Free

November 26, 2005
Baden, "Christmas at Kilbride"
Castle Kilbride
Jazz band,appetizers, silent auction and good cheer (a licensed event!)
Tracy or Sherri
(519) 634-8444
castle.kilbride@wilmot.ca
$30 per person

November 26, 2005
Brussels, Brussels Santa Claus Parade
Main Street. Start 5pm - A great family event. Children can visit with Santa after the parade. Free skating also available. Fun for the whole family.
Sherrie Oliver
(519) 527-0160
soliver@huroneast.com
Free

November 26, 2005
Exeter,
Exeter Santa Claus Parade
Main Street
Approximately 1 hour in length featuring three or four bands and local floats followed by public skating at the South Huron Recreation Centre.
Don Haines
(519) 235-1736
Free

November 26, 2005
Listowel Area, Glen Farms Annual Christmas Open House
85716 Molesworth Line (between Molesworth & Ethel)
9am to 6pm - Fine foods and gifts. Gourmet preserves, luxurious soaps, gift baskets, terracotta bakeware and frost proof garden ware. Something for everyone.
Judie or David
(519) 887-9704

November 26, 2005
Toronto, The Toronto 2005 Tournament of Martial Arts Champions
The Etobicoke Olympium
Open to all martial arts. Children & Adults, spectators welcome.
Michael Palitti
416-875-9820
mikepalitti@hotmail.com
Refer to web site for all info.

November 26, 2005
Guelph, Festive Family Day
Guelph Civic Museum
Take part in holiday stories, crafts and activities and help kick off the holiday season at Guelph Civic Museum.
Guelph Museums
(519) 836-1221
museum@guelph.ca
$4 - AD $3 - SR,ST,CH $10 FAM

November 26, 2005
Wingham,
Wingham Santa Claus Parade
Main Street
Starts at 11am
Barry Bushell
(519) 357-1540
Free
November 26 to 27, 2005
Seaforth, 19th Annual Farm Toy, Sports Card, Teddy Bear, Doll, Gift & Craft Show
Seaforth Arena, Agriplex & Public School
10am to 4:30pm each day - Hay rides between buildings. Great selection of handcrafted articles. Some manufactured items. Collectable toys-farm, construction, other dye cast models and variety of dolls. Wheelchair accessible. ATM on-site.
Joyce Ribey
(519) 527-1790
Free

November 27, 2005
Seaforth, Hospital Auxiliary's Tree of Lights Cermony
Seaforth Community Hospital
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Frances Teatero
(519) 522-1979

b.bedard@bmts.com