WHAT’S ON

ILLUSTRATIONS JIM STEWART

What’s on in the Hills

A C A L E NDA R OF W IN T E R H A PPE NING S

As the pandemic evolves, many familiar events have moved online while others have instituted Covid-19 protocols. When planning to participate, please check the websites or social media platforms of your favourite performers and organizations for updates.

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NOW – DEC 18 : AMY SHACKLETON: PLAYING WITH FIRE & ICE Gravity drip artist represents conflicting relationships between humanity and the environment. Tue-Sat 11am-4pm. $5. Museum of Dufferin, Hwy 89 & Airport Rd, Mulmur. 1-877-941-7787; dufferinmuseum.com

NOW – DEC 31 : PAMA OUTDOOR EXHIBIT – ONE Inuk artist-photographer Katherine Takpannie explores her ancestral home of Iqaluit. PAMA, 9 Wellington St E, Brampton. 905791-4055; pama.peelregion.ca

NOW – JAN 2 : ARTFUL GIVING Juried Christmas gift show and sale in various media. Daily, 10am-5pm. Alton Mill Arts Centre, 1402 Queen St, Alton. 519-943-1149; headwatersarts.org

DEC 1 – 12 : HOLIDAY TREASURES ARTS & CRAFTS SALE Browse the work of 58 makers in various media. Reserve your timed entry ticket or shop online. 11am-4pm. Free. Museum of Dufferin, Hwy 89 & Airport Rd, Mulmur. 1-877941-7787; dufferinmuseum.com

DEC 8 : ADULT CRAFT CLUB: DIY PAPER ORNAMENT Instructions provided on Zoom. 7pm. Free, pickup details sent on registration. Caledon Library, 905857-1400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

NOW – FEB 21 : INTO THE ARCTIC EXHIBITION The homecoming finale of late Caledon artist and filmmaker Cory Trépanier’s 13-venue, three-year North American exhibition tour includes 50 paintings and three films depicting the grandeur and fragility of the Canadian North. Science North, Sudbury, Ont. sciencenorth.ca; corytrepanier.com

FEB 19 – 21 : FIRE & ICE FESTIVAL Skating, activities, ice and fire sculptures. Sat 2-10pm. Sun Noon5pm. Family Day Mon 10am-5pm. Alton Mill Arts Centre, 1402 Queen St, Alton. 519-941-9300; altonmill.ca

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NOW – DEC 17 (FRIDAYS) : ADULT COFFEE/TEA & CONNECTION Drop in for a snack and weekly speakers. 1-2:30pm. Free. Grand Valley Library, 4 Amaranth St E. 519-928-5622; grandvalley.org

NOW – DEC 19 : CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM Featuring local artisans’ goods, baskets and charcuterie boxes. Donations to local charity. Virtual Artisan Market on website. Tue-Sat 9am5pm. Sun 10am-4pm. Heatherlea Farm Shoppe, 17049 Winston Churchill Blvd, Caledon. 519-927-5902; heatherlea.ca

NOW – DEC 24 : THE SISTERS TOUCH OF CHRISTMAS Unique hand-painted ornaments, gourmet bakery, decor and more. Thur Fri 10am-7pm. Sat 10am6pm. Sun 11am-4pm. Dec 20-23: 10am7pm. Dec 24: 10am-3pm. St Kosmas Aitolos Greek Orthodox Monastery, 14155 Caledon King Townline S, Bolton. 905-859-8077; thesisterstoc.com

NOW – DEC 31 : PEEL TIME CAPSULE VIRTUAL EXHIBITION Submit your stories or images reflecting Covid-19 impacts across Peel. PAMA, 9 Wellington St E, Brampton. 905791-4055; pama.peelregion.ca

NOW – JAN 2 : HOLIDAY LIGHTS Orangeville shines for the holidays with lighted streetscapes at several locations. Plan your tour or pin your own display using the interactive map. 5-10pm. Town of Orangeville, 519-9409092; orangeville.ca/holidaylights

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ABBREVIATIONS CCS Caledon Community Services

CPCC Caledon Parent-Child Centre DCAFS Dufferin Child and Family Services

DPSN Dufferin Parent Support Network MOD Museum of Dufferin – Regular admission: $5; seniors $4; children 5-14 $2; under 5 free; family $12

PAMA Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives – Regular admission: $5; students, seniors $4; family (2 adults & 5 children) $12 NVCA Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority

OAS Orangeville Agricultural Society Event Centre

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NOW – APR 23 (SATURDAYS) : ORANGEVILLE WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET Fresh, local goods. Closed Dec 25 and Jan 1. 9am-1pm. Orangeville Town Hall, 87 Broadway. Orangeville BIA, 519-942-0087; orangevillefarmersmarket.ca

NOW – MAY 9 (MONDAYS) : EXPLORER’S BIBLE STUDY The Prophets of Israel. Newcomers welcome online or onsite. 7-8pm. Brampton Christian School, 12480 Hutchinson Farm Ln, Caledon. 905-484-1263; bramptonontpm2034.churchcenter.com

NOV 20 – 28, DEC 11 & 12 (SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS) : PHOTOS WITH THE GRINCH Book your appointment now at femkephotography@hotmail.com. 10am-5pm. Alton Mill Arts Centre, 1402 Queen St, Alton. altonmill.ca

NOV 29 : USING CANVA FOR BUSINESS – ADVANCED Create graphics for social media, website and marketing materials. Please create a Canva account before the webinar. Noon-1pm. Free. Orangeville & Area SBEC, 519941-0440; orangevillebusiness.ca

NOV 30 : SOCIAL MEDIA FOR YOUR BUSINESS Leverage the power of social media to grow your online community. 10-11:30am. Free, register. Digital Main Street, Orangeville & Area SBEC, 519-941-0440; orangevillebusiness.ca

DEC 7 : GOOGLE ANALYTICS FOR SMALL BUSINESS Discover the fundamentals in this beginner-level webinar. 7-8:30pm. Free, register. Orangeville & Area SBEC, 519-9410440; orangevillebusiness.ca

DEC 3 : CHRISTMAS DINNER Sit in or take out. Limited sit-in space. Proof of vaccination required. Call to order. 5-7pm. $30; local delivery $2. Caledon Seniors Centre, 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. 905-951-6114; caledonseniors.ca

DEC 3 – 31 : CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK A wonderful, dazzling experience. Dec 3: Opening Night, 7:30pm; otherwise 5:30-10pm. Free. Kay Cee Gardens, 29 Bythia St, Orangeville. 519-2786100; orangevilleoptimists.ca

DEC 4 : COMMUNITY GATHERING Potluck before the Cold Moon rises. Email Debbie at dccrcboard@ gmail.com to advise what you’ll bring. 11am-3pm. Free. Alder Street Recreation Centre, Orangeville. dufferincountyculturalresourcecircle.org

DEC 4 – MAR 26 (SATURDAYS) : CREEMORE FARMERS’ MARKET – WINTER SEASON Local producers, bakers and makers. Dec 4: Christmas Market. 8:30am-1pm. Creemore Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St E. 705440-9298; creemorefarmersmarket.ca

DEC 8 : SPECIAL LUNCH Take out or sit in. Chicken pot pie and all the fixings. Proof of vaccination required. Pick up 11:30am-noon. Sit in noon. Call by Dec 6 at 3:30pm to order. 11:30am12:30pm. $7; local delivery $2. Caledon Seniors Centre, 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. 905-951-6114; caledonseniors.ca

DEC 9 : LIGHT & LOVE AT BETHELL HOSPICE Donate to honour loved ones at our tree lighting ceremony. Outdoor event. All proceeds to Bethell Hospice Residence and Community programs. 7-9pm. 15835 McLaughlin Rd, Inglewood. 905-838-3534; foundation.bethellhospice.org

DEC 9 : COPING WITH GRIEF DURING THE HOLIDAYS Art therapy strategies. No experience required. Have paper and drawing tools ready. Zoom. 7pm. Bethell Hospice, Caledon Library, 905857-1400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

DEC 10 : SHELBURNE BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Book your appointment. 2:30-6:30pm. Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex. Canadian Blood Services, 1-888-236-6283; blood.ca

DEC 10 – 12 : CAMBIUM FARMS HOLIDAY MARKET Local artisans, craft beer, food trucks, music, Santa visit, family photos. Silent auction proceeds to Bethell Hospice. Fri 4-8pm. Sat 10am-8pm. Sun 10am-5pm. $15, $18 at gate; children 2-15 $5. 18333 Winston Churchill Blvd, Caledon. 647981-2553, thecuratedexperience.ca

DEC 14 : ECOMMERCE 101: WHAT, WHY & HOW The basic steps to setting up an online store. 10-11:30am. Free, register. Digital Main Street, Orangeville & Area SBEC, 519-9410440; orangevillebusiness.ca

DEC 16 : CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON Sit in or take out. Roast beef and all the fixings. Proof of vaccination required. Call to order. 11:30am-1pm. $30; local delivery $2. Caledon Seniors Centre,7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. 905-951-6114; caledonseniors.ca

DEC 27 : ORANGEVILLE BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Book your appointment. 2-7pm. Best Western, 7 Buena Vista Dr, Orangeville. Canadian Blood Services, 1-888-236-6283; blood.ca

JAN 13, FEB 10 & MAR 10 : PROBUS CLUB OF ORANGEVILLE MONTHLY MEETINGS Still meeting via Zoom. Jan 13: Beekeeping as a Hobby, Lara Jones. Feb 10: Kim Delahunt, CEO Headwaters Hospital. Mar 10: TBA. 10am-noon. 519-307-2887; probusorangeville.club

JAN 15, FEB 19 & MAR 19 : FUNDRAISING PANCAKE BREAKFASTS Sit-in 9 and 10:30am. Curbside pick-up 10am. Blueberry, chocolate chips and real maple syrup $1 each. Ticket includes three pancakes, four sausages, syrup, juice, tea and coffee. Call to order. 9am-11:30am. $8; children 12 & under $5. 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. 905-951-6114; caledonseniors.ca

JAN 28 & FEB 25 : MONTHLY TAKEOUT DINNERS Jan 28: Stew and all the fixings. Call by Jan 26 to order. Feb 25: TBD. Call by Feb 23 to order. 5-6pm. $15; local delivery $2. Caledon Seniors Centrae,7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. 905-951-6114; caledonseniors.ca

kids

NOW – DEC 17 (FRIDAYS) : TODDLER TIME – BIRTH-36 MONTHS An interactive program with repetitive play. 10-10:45am. Free. Grand Valley Library, 4 Amaranth St E. 519-928-5622; grandvalley.org Free. Grand Valley Library, 4 Amaranth St E. 519-928-5622; grandvalley.org

NOW – DEC 21 (TUESDAYS) : COCOA CLUB – AGES 6-9 Crafts, board games, techy concepts and more! 3:15-4pm, 4:15-5pm. Free. Grand Valley Library, 4 Amaranth St E. 519-928-5622; grandvalley.org

NOW – DEC 23 : DOWNEY’S CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM See the farm animals, ride the sleigh wagon, meet Santa and more. Tickets on website. 9am-5pm. Downey’s Farm Market, 13682 Heart Lake Rd, Caledon. 905-838-2990; downeysfarm.com

NOV 29 : MERRY SITH-MAS: STAR WARS SNOWFLAKES FOR TWEENS (LIVE): AGES 10-12 Make snowflakes resembling Star Wars characters. Free, kit pickup details on registration. 4:30pm. Caledon Library, 905-8571400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

NOV 30 : MERRY SITH-MAS: STORMTROOPER SNOWGLOBES (LIVE): AGES 6-9 Glue gun required. Other supplies included. Free, kit pickup details on registration. 4:30pm. Caledon Library, 905-8571400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

DEC 1 : HOLIDAY VIRTUAL HOT CHOC-OFF Create the best hot chocolate on Zoom. Laptop or device camera required. Free, register. 7pm. Caledon Library, 905-8571400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

DEC 2 : MERRY SITH-MAS: CANVAS ART (LIVE): AGES 13-17 Make unique Star Wars-inspired holiday canvas art! Free, kit pickup details on registration. 7pm. Caledon Library, 905-8571400 x228; caledon.library.on.ca

DEC 4 : BOLTON KIN SANTA CLAUS DRIVE-BYS Two separate drivebys. Maps and estimated times on website and Bolton social media sites. 11am. Orangeville Bolton Kinsmen, 416-904-4841; boltonkin.com

DEC 10 : TEEN ADVISORY GROUP – AGES 13-17 Make friends, contribute and earn community service hours. Free, register monthly. 4:30-5:30pm. Orangeville Library, 519-941-0610 x5230; orangevillelibrary.ca

DEC 17 : TEEN CHRONICLES – AGES 13-17 Virtual book club. Free, register monthly. 4:30-5:30pm. Orangeville Library, 519-941-0610 x5230; orangevillelibrary.ca