Here we go with issue #2. We hope you are staying warm!

What is happening in Elgin County?

Here is a round-up of upcoming events in Elgin County. Don’t forget, if you want to get on this list, email us at [email protected]

1. Did you know you can learn to make Epoxy Charcuterie Boards at Geerlinks Home Hardware? Contact Liisa Contardio, the store's paint department supervisor, for more details about the next workshop. Liisa informs us that they are usually reasonably priced, starting at $45.

2. Soups On, a Heart and Stroke Foundation fundraiser, will be held on February 6 at St. Anne's Centre in St. Thomas from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Advance tickets are selling fast; click the link here to purchase. For more details, please email [email protected]. 

3. Visit the Aylmer Sales Arena and Farmers Market at 51 Murray Street in Aylmer on February 1, 2025, for a craft workshop on Whimsical Critters led by Michelle Desjardins. For more information, contact Skye at [email protected] or 226-973-4814. 

The Creative Hub would love to celebrate another hidden gem in Elgin County. Grandpa’s Dollhouse has been in Business for over 20 years. Check out their website for store hours, or feel free to shop online and support this local treasure.

Just to make you smile.

We always try to end the latest newsletter with a warm little story to make you smile. We hope this story reminds you of your childhood corner store trips.

We hope you enjoyed the first issue of The Creative Hub. Do you have an idea for an item? A hidden gem? A story to share to make people smile? Reach us at [email protected] 

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