The Creative Hub Issue #20

🌟 Share Your Event. Grow Your Crowd.
Our free weekly newsletter (Fridays at lunch) highlights local events, creators, and fun around Elgin County.

• Submit your event FREE: [email protected]

1. 🎭 Coming Soon to the Stage: Steel Magnolias

   Get ready for a heartfelt mix of laughter, friendship, and Southern charm as the Elgin Theatre Guild kicks off its 58th season with the beloved play, Steel Magnolias!

   Set in a small-town Louisiana beauty salon, this comedy-drama follows six strong, witty, and unforgettable women as they navigate life’s joys and heartbreaks together. From hilarious one-liners to deeply emotional moments, Steel Magnolias is a celebration of resilience, love, and the power of friendship.

   📅 When: September 18 – 28, 2025
   📍 Where: Princess Ave Theatre, St. Thomas
   🎟️ Tickets: elgintheatreguild.ca

   Don’t miss this local production of a timeless classic that promises to make you laugh, cry, and leave the theatre with a full heart.

2. 🍸 Naughty Trivia Night at Bass Notez 🍸

   Looking for a fun night out? Get ready for Naughty Trivia Night on Wednesday, August 28 at Bass Notez Cocktail Lounge!

   🕗 Doors open: 8:00 PM
   🎲 Game starts: 8:30 PM
   👥 Teams: 2 to 4 players
   🏆 Prizes: Over $1,000 worth of giveaways!

   Grab your friends, test your knowledge, and enjoy a night full of laughs, cocktails, and competition.

   📍 Location: Bass Notez Cocktail Lounge
   703 Talbot St, St. Thomas, ON

   Sponsored and hosted by Stag Shop.

3. 🍔 Support Local Skaters at Chuck’s Roadhouse!

   Join the St. Thomas Skating Club for a fun night out at Chuck’s Roadhouse while supporting local athletes! A percentage of all sales (excluding alcohol) will go directly to the club when you let your server know you’re there for the STSC fundraiser.

   📅 Sunday, August 31st
   🕔 5 PM – 9 PM
   📍 Chuck’s Roadhouse, 877 Talbot Street, St. Thomas

   Enjoy a great meal and help our local skaters thrive! ⛸️✨

4. ☀️ Sunset Vintage Market ☀️

   📍 Union Sports Club & Community Centre – 6068 Bell Street, Union
   📅 Sunday, August 24th | 10 AM – 4 PM
   🐾 Free Admission | Free Parking | Pet-Friendly

   We’re ending the summer market season with a bang! 💥
   Join us for the last (and biggest!) market of the summer featuring 30 incredible vendors from Aylmer, Port Bruce, and beyond.

   🎶 Live Music by @lucymorgan.music at noon
   🥟 Delicious eats from @jbogal.foods
   🦨 Wildlife fun with Fur-Ever Wild Rehabilitation

   Don’t miss out on this perfect summer day full of shopping, music, food, and community vibes!

5. 🌙 Evening Market & Bocce Ball Tournament 🎉

   📍 95 Elm Street, St. Thomas, ON
   🗓 Friday, August 30
   🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

   Get ready for a fresh new spin on a local market! Join us at Pinafore Park for an evening packed with shopping, community vibes, and friendly competition.

   🛍 Evening Market – Explore unique local vendors and discover something special.
   🏐 Bocce Ball Tournament – Whether you’re experienced or brand new, sign up and test your skills in a fun, welcoming atmosphere!

   ✨ A perfect evening to connect, shop, and play — don’t miss out!

🌟 Are You a Realtor, Bookkeeper, or Service Business Owner? 🌟

Would you love to get featured and let Elgin County know all about your business?
This space is designed for you — a chance to showcase your services, share your story, and connect with the community.

It’s completely free to be included, and it’s a great way to reach local residents who are looking for businesses just like yours.

📩 Reach out today at [email protected] and let’s help more people discover what you do best!

🚀 Big News for Elgin County!

Let’s give a huge shout-out to PowerCo SE as construction officially kicks into high gear on their $7-billion battery gigafactory right here in St. Thomas! 🏗️⚡

This project isn’t just a build — it’s a milestone for Elgin County:

• Creating thousands of jobs over the coming years

• Strengthening our community’s role in Canada’s clean energy future

• Putting St. Thomas on the map as a key player in EV innovation

It’s an exciting time to live, work, and create in Elgin County.
Here’s to new opportunities, local growth, and a bright future for our region! 🌟

🐾 J&B Canine Bed & Bone – Personalized Pet Care in St. Thomas

Looking for a loving, home-based pet care service? J&B Canine Bed & Bone offers a personalized, one-on-one experience for your furry family members — right here in St. Thomas.

Whether you need day care, overnight boarding, or extended stays, they provide:

• A dog-friendly, smoke-free home with a fenced yard

• Playtime, daily walks, and cuddle sessions

• Regular photo updates so you can stay connected

• Flexible care for one dog — or two from the same household

With affordable rates and a focus on comfort and safety, J&B ensures your pup feels right at home while you’re away.

📍 Location: St. Thomas, Ontario
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: caninebedandbone.ca

🚨 Stop Scrolling, Elgin County! 🚨

Hi, I’m Brad Lister — the guy behind The Creative Hub and a local mortgage agent who’s passionate about helping people, businesses, and our community grow.

After nearly a decade working behind the scenes in mortgage policy and lender strategy, I’ve learned what really makes deals happen. Now, I use that knowledge to help people right here in Elgin County — especially those who don’t always fit the “traditional” lending box:

• Self-employed business owners

• First-time buyers

• Folks with credit challenges

• Anyone who needs a creative solution

But this isn’t just about mortgages. The Creative Hub exists because I believe in our local community — in sharing your stories, featuring your events, and helping people connect.

Here’s my ask:
📩 Let’s work together. Whether you want your business featured in the newsletter, need help navigating today’s lending options, or just want to brainstorm growth ideas — I’m here, and I care.

Reach me anytime at [email protected] or visit Mortgage with Brad: https://www.mortgageweb.ca/en-US/BradLister

Let’s make big things happen — together.👉 Canadian Mortgage App – Brad Lister

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Bradley Lister Mortgage Agent Level 1 

Tango Financial (ON)

Brokerage License Number: #13691

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