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May 2012
Bring the Kids out for their own Derby on May 12th with special prizes sponsored by Tim Hortons.
  • Dates: 05/26/2012 - 05/26/2012
  • Location:CA
  • Address:45811 Fruit Ridge Line
  •  45811 Fruit Ridge Line
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 3S9
  • Phone:5197752216
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  • Email:Info@quaiduvin.com
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Winemaker Jamie Quai and a chefs Christie Masse and Will Gaynor join forces to bring you the ultimate dining experience. They will walk you through six courses and multiple wine pairings. Advance reservations only.
  • Arts & Entertainment
  • Dates: 05/30/2012 - 06/09/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:302 Bridge Street
  •  Port Stanley
  •  N5L 1C3
  • Phone:519-782-4354
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  • WebSite:http://www.portstanleytheatre.ca
"A must see!" A rollicking non-stop journey through the top hits of the 50's and 60's. Incredible harmonies, medleys, and choreography as 4 friends relive the time of their lives. Matinees 2 p.m.; Evenings 8 p.m.
  • Dates: 05/31/2012 - 06/05/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:269 Sunset Dr.
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5R 3C4
  • Phone:519-631-7264
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  • WebSite:http://www.canadale.com
Get into the pink & help find a cure. Donations to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation for every pink labelled plant sold.

Time: Weekdays 8am - 8pm, Sat 8am - 6pm, Sun 10am - 5pm
  • Dates: 05/10/2012 - 05/10/2012
  • Location:The Arts and Cookery Bank
  • Address:242 Graham Road
  •  West Lorne
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-768-9986
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  • WebSite:http://www.theartsandcookerybank.com
Our grandmothers and great-grandmothers didn’t “add water and stir”, “heat and serve”, “refrigerate after opening” or “microwave on high.” They kneaded, proved, rolled, pulled, punched, let sit, canned, baked, simmered, tapped and boiled. Join us as we celebrate our Ladies of Elgin as they share some of their finest tips and techniques. You’ll love being able to say, “I made it from scratch!”

Time: 6:30PM -...
  • Dates: 05/05/2012 - 05/12/2012
  • Location:Heritage Line Herbs
  • Address:53443 Heritage Line, RR # 1
  •  Aylmer
  •  N5H 2R1
  • Phone:519-866-5577
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  • WebSite:http://www.heritagelineherbs.com
Growing an herb garden can be an enjoyable experience with just a little planning. Join us for an informative talk and PowerPoint presentation on how to establish your own beautiful herb garden. Lots of handouts. Pre-registration required by calling 519-866-5577

Time: 1:30pm
  • Dates: 05/25/2012 - 05/25/2012
  • Location:The Arts & Cookery Bank
  • Address:242 Graham Rd
  •  West Lorne
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-768-9986
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  • WebSite:http://www.theartsandcookerybank.com
Get real at our Girl's Night Out experience. Indulge in sinful delights and cast the calories counter aside. Explore the passion for local food like you have never dreamed of…and learn some tips that you can use on a weekday night at home.

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Celebrate Mother's Day at Steed & Co Lavender season opening. Mothers will be able to indulge in a lovely lavender gift. Discover another amazing lavender season.

Time: noon - 4pm
  • Dates: 05/01/2012 - 05/01/2012
  • Location:The Arts and Cookery Bank
  • Address:242 Graham Rd
  •  West Lorne
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-768-9986
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  • WebSite:http://www.theartsandcookerybank.com
We celebrate the culinary traditions from around the world and around the corner. Our guest Chef brings the aromas and flavours of traditional foods to our spectacular studio kitchen and we serve you in our elegant Heritage Hall. You bring your taste for the new---and your friends.


Time: 6:30 PM
  • Dates: 05/11/2012 - 05/11/2012
  • Location:The Arts and Cookery Bank
  • Address:242 Graham Road
  •  West Lorne
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-768-9986
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  • WebSite:http://www.theartsandcookerybank.com
From two-fisted samplings to the thrill of the grill, you never know what we’re going to cook-up when you mix local guys with local food. Come cook up a storm and catch up on lost time with some good buddies.

Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/13/2012
  • Location:Heritage Line Herbs
  • Address:53443 Heritage Line
  •  Aylmer
  •  N5H 2R1
  • Phone:519-866-5577
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  • WebSite:http://www.heritagelineherbs.com
Gifts for the first five mom's each day. Sales, food samples, fun. High Tea lunch on Sunday, reservations required. 519-866-5577

Time: Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
LAVENDER SENSE opens for the season on Mother's Day and closes for the season on Thanksgiving, Oct 8 2012. For Complete "Activities & Events" please visit our website.

Thursday – Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm & Sundays: 12 noon to 5 pm.
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/12/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:46400 Talbot Line
  •  RR #3
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 3S7
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Learn how to create and build a "Water Feature" in your own personal outdoor space.  We can teach you the simple and quick ways to incorporate your own ideas in your backyard.   Learn the tricks to installing a water feature. Seminars run May 12, May 26, June 9, and June 23, 2012 and start at 1pm.  Pre registration is required so please call 519-765-2379 to book a spot.
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 06/23/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:46400 Talbot Lin
  •  RR #3
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 3S7
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Transform an outdoor space into an oasis, an escape from the stress of the world.  Learn the 20 step system to building your own pond. Learn about ecosystems and how they affect your backyard.  Feel more confident in tackling the project with step by step guidance.  Seminars are offered May 12, May 26, June 9, June 23,2012.  Pre registration is required so please call 519-765-2379 to book a spot.
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 06/23/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:46400 Talbot Line
  •  RR #3
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 3S7
  • Phone:519-765-2379
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Build your own Inuksuk in your garden.  We will show you how to build an Inuksuk quickly and easily and share with you some of the folklore surrounding the Inuksiut.  Come enjoy a pleasant afternoon creating a special garden artefact with your own hands.  Pre registration is required so please call 519-765-2379 to book a spot.
  • Dates: 02/23/2012 - 05/25/2012
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Thursdays, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm - February 23, March 22, April 26 and May 24

After the huge success of our learn to crochet class, we are embarking on an advanced class. Learn cables, raised, textured Crocheted Block of the Month Club with Sharon Durston
and fancy stitches and create a crocheted sampler afghan one block at a time. Sign up and work your way through a wonderful finished product that will WOW your family and friends! Classes will be held on the 4th Thursday of...
  • Dates: 05/04/2012 - 05/06/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:177 Main Street
  •  Port Stanley
  •  N5L 1H6
  • Phone:226-658-1888
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  • WebSite:http://artemporium.ca/contact.html
Come join us on the Friday night and meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and the music of David Jolly who has performed at martini lounges, fine dining restaurants, art shows & red carpet grand openings throughout Southwestern Ontario.

His focus musically is on the 'jazz standards' of the 1930's and 40's - songs that were made famous by the likes of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and guitarists Herb Ellis and Barney Kessel, to name a few.

The smooth & mellow...
  • Festivals and Events
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/13/2012
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  • Address:Various Locations
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 1B5
  • Phone:519 631.4040
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  • WebSite:http://www.stepac.ca
A FREE self-guided Tour featuring Local artists!

Come celebrate the artistic community in teh Elgin and St. Thomas area. We invite you to visit working studios of Painters, Sculptors, Jewelers, Potters, Glass Artists, and more. Explore their work and learn more about their creative process.
  • Dates: 05/27/2012 - 05/27/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:199 Currie Rd
  •  Dutton
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-768-3306
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  • WebSite:https://www.weds.ca
West Elgin Dramatics Society 40th Anniversary, Walk Though Memory Lane!  Sunday, May 27th 1:30-4:00 pm @ WEDS Performing Arts Theatre, Dutton.  Open House - Everyone welcome!  Come on out to help us celebrate this exciting milestone!  Refreshments provided.
  • Garden Centres
  • Dates: 05/05/2012 - 05/05/2012
  • Location:Rodney Town Hall
  • Address:217 Furnival Road
  •  Rodney
  •  N0L 2C0
  • Phone:519-785-0937
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Perennial plants and garden ornamentals on sale for reasonable price. Monies donated back for community beautification in flowerbeds throughout the villiage.

Time: 8am
  • Festivals and Events
  • Dates: 05/26/2012 - 05/26/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:217 Furnival Road
  •  Rodney
  •  N0L 2C0
  • Phone:519-785-2164
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Games, bake sale, raffle, silent auction and more. Great fun for the whole family. Call Tiny Tots for more information.

Time: 9am-noon
  • Shopping
The merchants do the advertising and the residents display their treasures. Something for everyone, rain or shine.
  • Festivals and Events
  • Dates: 05/06/2012 - 05/06/2012
  • Location:Pinecroft Pottery Studio
  • Address:8048-8122 Rogers Rd.
  •  Aylmer
  •  N5H 2R4
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  • WebSite:http://www.serenityhousehospice.ca
Why Hike? Funds raised through the hike can ensure that more Canadians receive the end-of-life care they wish for. 100% of the funds raised stay in your community. Please see the website for more information.

http://www.serenityhousehospice.ca/

Location: TBA
  • Festivals and Events
  • Dates: 05/20/2012 - 05/20/2012
  • Location:Old Boy's Trailer Park
  • Address:8650 Furnival Rd.
  •  West Lorne
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The Optimist Club of West Lorne cooks up a hearty buffet style breakfast that the whole family will enjoy and the price is right- Adults $7, Children 5 to 8yrs $3.50 and 4 & under Free.

Time: 8:30am - 11am

Contact: Richard 476-6145
  • Artists
An art show displaying works from members of the Port Stanley Art Association. Please check the website for more detailed information.
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/12/2012
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  • Address:Main Street
  •  Port Stanley
  •  n5l 1a1
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Great bargains from the merchants. Tons of treasures for everyone at dozens of yard sales. Come to Port Stanley and SHOP, DINE, STAY!

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Arts & Entertainment
  • Dates: 05/04/2012 - 05/04/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:177 Main St.
  •  Port Stanley
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  • WebSite:http://www.ArtEmporium.ca
Join us for this Gala Event. Celebration begins on Friday evening with music and refreshments – meet the artists! Continues throughout the weekend 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Start Time: Friday May 4th Opening Reception from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Heritage
Experience history being brought back to life as the Upper Thames Military Re-enactment Society present the 23rd Annual Battle of Longwoods Heritage Days. LTVCA- Over 50 Years of conservation!

Event Time: 10am-4pm

Location:
Longwoods Rd Conservation Area, 8348 Longwoods Rd (10km East of Melbourne, 6.5km west of Delaware)
  • Festivals and Events
  • Dates: 05/18/2012 - 05/19/2012
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  • Address:Graham Road
  •  West Lorne
  •  N0L 2P0
  • Phone:519-785-0091.
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WESS is 60 this year and we are having a reunion on May 18th and 19th.

Events include Friday night open house with coffee bar, entertainment and silent auction. The auction continues Saturday with sports events and a dinner/dance at the West Lorne Arena.

$30.00/pp for entire weekend!
See website www.wess60th.com for more info or call Laurie at 519-785-0091.
  • Arts & Entertainment
  • Dates: 05/19/2012 - 07/14/2012
  • Location:St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
  • Address:301 Talbot Street
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 1B5
  • Phone:519 631-4040
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  • Email:info@stepac.ca
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The Art Centre is pleased to present the artwork of Jennier Dorner, Outer Space Living is Easy.  Jennifer was born in Victoria, British Columbia in 1974.  She received her BFA from the University of Ottawa, and MFA from the University of Western Ontario.  He work is influenced by a variety of mediums, social spaces, and everyday life.  Key concepts include artifice and display and how these can create atmospheric space within painting.  Opening reception will be held...
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/13/2012
  • Location:St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
  • Address:301 Talbot Street
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 1B5
  • Phone:519 631-4040
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Welcome to the 7th Annual Elgin & St. Thomas Studio Tour.  This is a free self-guided tour.   The Artists of the tour wish to invite you to explore their work and to learn more about the creative process.  Watch for the flags at each location.  Tour maps are available at the Art Centre, 301 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON. or at info@stepac.ca  Artists on the tour include Candy McManiman, Annette Martin, Laura Woermke, Josepha van den Anker, The Art Emporium,...
  • Dates: 05/26/2012 - 05/26/2012
  • Location:St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
  • Address:301 Talbot Street
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5P 1B5
  • Phone:519 631-4040
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With this year's achievements the proceeds of the event will support us substantially in our continuing efforts to provide and improve on our quality arts programs, education services, exhibitions and tours.  We are committed to providing educational opportunities and services free of charge to the schools within our community.
Retail Golf Course is the exclusive venue for the Art Centre's Annual Silent Auction Fund-Raiser on May 26, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:30pm.  Tickets are...
  • Shopping
  • Dates: 05/12/2012 - 05/12/2012
  • Location:
  • Address:417 Wellington Street
  •  St. Thomas
  •  N5R 5J5
  • Phone:519-633-6046
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Pamper Mom at Elgin Mall!

Elgin Mall is offering a gift with purchase on Saturday May 12, 2012 from 10am to 4pm. 

Go shopping for Mom and get a gree 4.5inch potted plant with *any purchase over $25.

Bring Mom along and she can get a free massage from Riverbed Aqua Massage while you shop!



*excludes Metro and Zellers.  While quantities last.