December Holiday Events!

The holiday season is here! Sparkling lights are popping up, the familiar tunes are playing (that we love or hate), and everyone is getting their cheer on! For the South Georgian Bay area, there is a lot going on. Santa is making appearances and there’s festivals to attend. Or if you’re looking forward to a mug of warm cocoa and a craft to do - keep reading!

First off - Let’s start with Santa Claus events !

• From December 1-10th, you can write letters to Santa and drop them off at The Blue Mountains Public Library. What’s exciting is that you need to include your address, because you will receive a personal reply from Santa! Of course, Canada Post will help him. But don’t worry if you forget your address- he will write the library to let you know he got your letter. Click here for more details.

• On December 4,5, and 11,12 Santa will be on his sleigh making appearances all over Stayner! Click here for more info about where to find more. His elves will also be accepting monetary donations to the local food bank.

• On the 5th, Santa will also be making a COVID safe appearance at Creemore’s historic log cabin from 1-3pm. Feel free to bring those letters to Santa, or perhaps a card to someone dear in a nursing home. More details here.

Now onto the other holiday activities going on…

• On December 4th, Creemore is hosting a tree stroll. This will include decorative lights, pizza, and hot drinks from local restaurants. There’s also going to be a gift for the kids! It starts at 4pm and ends at 7pm. Click here because families must register to attend and there's specific instructions about where to enter and exit.

• December 5th is when Business Enterprise Center from Grey County is hosting a student craft show. It’s an excellent place to find a gift and support local youth entrepreneurs. Due to Covid restrictions, attendees need to register for a time slot first. Click here for availability and registration.

• On December 4th, 5th, and 6th, there will be cookie decorating kits available for pick up at Brentwood Hall in New Lowell. You must pre-order the kit and there’s a minimum donation of $5 that goes to the Stayner Clearview Food Bank. Click here to learn how to pre-order and for more details.

• The Hanover Community Players are hosting “Ho Ho Ho! The North Pole Chronicles” on December 11 and 12th, which will be one of their first virtual theatre events. Registration starts on December 2. Click here for more details.

• Starting December 12th at 6pm, Clarksburg Village Association is hosting the Tour of Lights. There will be a map available to indicate where decorated houses are. Decoration themes include land of inflatables, simplicity, the colour red, most creative, traditional and general. There will be recognition rewards (includes bragging rights!) for these categories so if you're in Clarksburg, be sure to register. Go to Visit Clarksburg for more details and to enter the contest.

• On December 18 - there will be a staged reading on "A Christmas Carol" by Dickens. It starts at 7pm and is performed by Theatre Collingwood. It's a virtual event that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home. Get your ticket here

• On December 23th, 24th, and 30th, there will be free gingerbread houses at Clearview Library Branch. Its from 10am to 4pm and will be on a first come first serve basis. Click here for more details.

There’s also lots of other exciting events to attend!

• The Blue Mountains resort is known for skiing and snowboarding activities, but did you know you can also tube down the hills?! It’s $14-$19 depending on the day and time you go, and whether its an adult or youth ticket. Click here for more information

• Maybe being outside during the winter season isn’t your thing, and that’s okay! Did you know that the Georgian Bay Centre for the Arts has lots of virtual art workshops going on all December. Be sure to check it out by clicking here or by going to their website.

• On December 2nd, the Meaford Dragons Den will be available for streaming. This is a long-time running event that has helped many entrepreneurs in the area gain traction in business. Pre-order your tickets here. Viewers will help vote for the next Meaford slayer!

• On December 8th, The Wasaga Beach Women's Business Association (WBWBA) is hosting an event where you can pick up dinner and a craft. The dinner will be a homemade turkey dinner with all the fixings, including a tiramisu for dessert. The craft is a shadow box and comes with complete instructions. The zoom social will take place at 6:30 to 8pm. Click here to register and for more details.

• In Midland on December 13th, the band The Good Lovelies will be playing from 3pm until 4:15. This is presented by the Midland Cultural Centre and a portion of proceeds will go to the Georgian Bay Native Women’s Association. Click here to register for this virtual event.

• Every Saturday, Owen Sound is still hosting their Farmers Market until Christmas. The food market runs from 8-11:30am and the craft market starts from 1pm-4pm. Their online shop also remains open for curbside pickup. Go to Owen Sound’s Farmer Market website for more details.

• If you’re in the Grey or Bruce area, there’s also Eat Local Grey Bruce where you can register, purchase from local farms, and have it delivered! You must order before the 18th, as they are closed from then until the 31st. Registration is $35.

So as you can see, there are many events going on in South Georgian Bay this December! Getting out there or staying in, you’ll find something to do.

Enjoy the holidays and our very warmest regards!

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