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The Creative Hub Issue #32
Spotlighting all the amazing things of Elgin County every Friday!
Brad Lister
November 14, 2025
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Event Roundup
🎄 Horton Farmers’ Market Christmas Market — This Saturday!
If you’ve been waiting for that real start to the holiday season, this is it. The Horton Farmers’ Market is hosting their annual Christmas Market this Saturday, November 15 from 10 AM – 4 PM and it’s always one of the most loved community events of the year.
Expect local makers, bakers, growers, and crafters, all under one roof. This is a producer-based market, which means what you’ll find here is truly made, baked, grown, or crafted by the people selling it. It’s the kind of market where you get to meet the person behind the product — and walk away with something that has a story.
Think:
Handmade gifts
Small-batch food and preserves
Cozy winter treats
Early holiday shopping that actually feels fun
It’s warm, neighbourly, festive, and very St. Thomas.
📍 Horton Farmers’ Market — 10 Manitoba Street
🗓 Saturday, Nov 15 — 10 AM to 4 PM
Bundle up, bring a friend, grab a warm drink, and support the incredible creators who make our community shine.
Burke’s Produce Market – 3rd Annual Very Merry Christmas Market
Sunday, November 23 • 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Port Stanley
Burke’s Produce Market is once again transforming into a festive holiday market for its 3rd Annual Very Merry Christmas Market. This cozy community tradition brings together local makers, great food, and a warm holiday spirit.
Browse a curated selection of local vendors offering handmade décor, thoughtful gifts, cozy knits, sweet treats, and more. Daynna’s fresh baking will be available throughout the day, and live music will create a welcoming, seasonal atmosphere while you shop and visit.
This is a fantastic chance to support local creators and check a few names off your holiday list while enjoying the charm of a small-town Christmas market. Donations will be collected on site for the Port Stanley Food Bank to help share kindness throughout the season.
A warm, local, holiday market to enjoy with friends and family.
Burke’s Produce Market, where community and holiday spirit meet.
🎄 Shedden Christmas Market is back for a festive day of local shopping and holiday cheer!
If you love discovering handmade gifts, cozy crafts, holiday décor and delicious baked goods, this is a wonderful event to check out.
Join the community on Saturday November 29 from 10am to 4pm at the Keystone Complex in Shedden (35921 Talbot Line). You’ll find talented local vendors, thoughtful gift ideas, seasonal treats and that small town Christmas magic that makes events like this so special.
They will also be accepting food bank donations, so feel free to bring something along if you’re able.
A great way to support local creators, pick up unique holiday items and enjoy a festive day out with friends or family.
If you’re interested in being a vendor, you can reach out to Melinda at 519 691 5088.
✨ Shop local
✨ Support community
✨ Enjoy the holiday spirit
Spotlight on Orchid’s Boutique
Tucked just outside downtown St. Thomas, Orchid’s Boutique has been dressing the community for six years and it’s truly a hidden gem for the mature woman who loves quality, comfort, and Canadian style.
You’ll find trusted lines like Charlie B and FDJ, with the always-popular Tribal collection arriving in December.
The boutique proudly focuses on Canadian-made clothing and accessories, offering timeless pieces that help you look and feel your best.
Whether you’re updating your wardrobe or searching for that perfect cozy sweater, Orchid’s Boutique offers a relaxed, personal shopping experience that’s all about helping you find something special.
đź“Ť 310 Wellington St., Unit 2, St. Thomas
🕓 Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
đź“ž 519-207-1387
Let’s continue to show love to our local shops that bring style and heart to our community. ❤️
✨ The 2025 Our Favourite Things Wishbook is here!
A big thank you to the St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce for putting this incredible local guide together again this year. It’s filled with great gift ideas, local favorites, and numerous ways to support businesses right here in St. Thomas and Elgin County.
And if you’re heading downtown for Light Up Talbot tonight, the Chamber will be at their warming station — be sure to stop by, say hello, and grab your copy of the Wishbook while you’re out enjoying the event.
Let’s shop local, support neighbours, and celebrate everything that makes our community shine. ❤️
🌟 Coming in 2026
The Creative Hub Services Expo
Moving to town or settling into a new stage of life often means looking for the right people to help you out.
Maybe you need a will
Maybe you are thinking about selling your home
Maybe you are looking for a trusted accountant or bookkeeper
Maybe you want a photographer, a cleaner, a caterer, a dog walker or someone to help with your next project
This expo will bring together local professionals from every corner of our community so you can meet them all in one place. No searching, no guessing. Just real people and real services that make life in Elgin County easier.
More details coming soon.
If you run a service-based business and are interested in getting involved, please reach out to [email protected]. We would love to include you and help more residents discover what you do.
Mortgage with Brad “Tip of the Week”
Mortgage Office Hours
Tuesday, November 18 at 7pm on Zoom
Hey friends — if you’ve got questions about mortgages, I’m here to help.
Buying, renewing, refinancing, credit concerns, or navigating things as a small business owner… whatever you’re wondering about, bring it.
This is just a relaxed Q&A.
Pop in for a few minutes, ask what you need, and then carry on with your evening.
No pressure or commitments. Just support and clear answers.
đź“ž Brad Lister | Mortgage Agent Level 1
Tango Financial | FSRA #M11002225
📧 [email protected]
| 📱 519 637 2519
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