Welcome back to another edition of The Creative Hub of Elgin County.
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Each week, this newsletter does one thing really well:
It helps people find what’s happening locally, and it helps local creators, businesses, and events get in front of more people.
The more we share what’s going on in Elgin County, the more we strengthen the kind of community we all want to live in — one that supports local, fills rooms, and celebrates the people building something here.
If you’ve got an event coming up, a new project, or a small business you want more people to discover, send it in anytime.
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Let’s jump into what’s happening this week.
Event Roundup for this week
St. Thomas–Elgin Crime Stoppers is hosting a fun winter fundraiser: the 2026 Snow Golf Tournament at Port Stanley Main Beach, hosted by My Insurance Broker Corporation.
Event details:
• Saturday, March 7, 2026
• Check-in: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Port Stanley Legion (310 George St)
• Snow golf on the beach (bring 1 golf club + a tennis ball)
• Perch dinner at the Legion immediately after golf
Cost:
• $50 per person (includes golf + dinner)
• Payment required when registering (cheque payable to Crime Stoppers of St. Thomas Inc, or e-transfer to [email protected])
To register / info:
Email [email protected] or [email protected]
Questions? Call Tim at (519) 851-7793
Note:
Alternative meal option available on request. No refunds.
The St. Thomas Express 17U Girls SPIKES Volleyball Team is hosting a Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Masonic Centre of Elgin (42703 Fruit Ridge Line, Central Elgin).
Doors open at 6:00 PM and trivia starts at 7:00 PM sharp.
Bring a team of 8 people — it’s $240 per team, and spaces are limited. Snacks are included, there will be a cash bar (19+ event), and pizza & treats will be available for purchase. Plus — prizes!
To register your team, email [email protected] or text 519-808-3607.
The Big Sing Thing – St. Thomas
A night of harmony, heart, and feel-good fun featuring Beatles classics. This interactive community sing-along supports Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin.
When: Friday, February 6, 2026
Where: Knox Presbyterian Church, 55 Hincks Street, St. Thomas
Doors: 6:15 PM | Show: 7:00 PM
Tickets: Available online / limited quantities
Join us on the ice for Curl for Kids’ Sake: Luck O’ the Irish Bonspiel as we proudly celebrate 55 years of Big Brothers Big Sisters St. Thomas–Elgin. Taking place Saturday, March 14th at the St. Thomas Curling Club, teams of four can register for $300 per team and collect pledges to help raise vital funds for local mentoring programs. Enjoy a great day of curling complete with food, drinks, and prizes, all while supporting life-changing mentorships that have been strengthening our community for 55 years.
Creative Hub Spotlight: St. Thomas Duplicate Bridge Club Turns 80!
Did you know St. Thomas is home to one of the longest continuously running duplicate bridge clubs in the region?
The St. Thomas Duplicate Bridge Club is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year — and they’re hoping to welcome some new faces to the table.
What is duplicate bridge?
Duplicate bridge is a fun (and surprisingly social) competitive card game where teams play the same hands, and scores are compared at the end of the session. Winners are announced for both North–South and East–West partnerships.
You don’t have to be a “serious” player to take part — the club is focused on keeping it welcoming, and they’ve been actively helping beginners learn and transition into regular games.
When & where they play
The club meets twice a week:
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
225 Chestnut St. (Seniors Centre)
Membership is $20/year, and game fees are $8 (to help cover the cost of the space).
New to bridge? Lessons available!
They also offer beginner bridge lessons to help new players learn the game:
Mondays at 7:00 PM
Central United Church (135 Wellington St.)
Lessons are $5 per week
Typically, 12–20 beginners attend
And here’s the best part — once you’re ready, you can graduate into real games through their monthly Pro-Am afternoons (beginner paired with an experienced player).
Important note: Space is limited — anyone interested should contact the club through their Facebook page:
👉 St. Thomas Bridge Club
The club also hosts social gatherings — their next one is:
February 10: Valentine’s Extravaganza lunch
Before their regular afternoon game
$10 per person (tickets sold in advance)
Why they’re reaching out
Like many groups post-pandemic, the club has seen membership drop from around 130 members to about 30 today. They’re hoping a little community awareness will help introduce bridge to new people (and keep this amazing local tradition alive).
If you’ve ever been curious about bridge — or want a new weekly activity that’s social, challenging, and welcoming — this is a great place to start.
Want to check it out?
You can stop by during a Tuesday/Thursday game, or join the beginner lessons on Monday nights.
Help us spotlight local
We are always looking for new community content to feature in this newsletter, including local businesses, community groups, and upcoming events across our riding.
Right now, celebrating what is happening locally and supporting Canadian communities feels more important than ever. If you know of a great business to highlight, an event coming up, or a community initiative doing good work, we would love to hear about it.
Send your suggestions to us anytime and help keep this newsletter focused on what matters most, our community.
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