Here’s what’s going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours.
Stuff to do:
The 4th Annual Artisans’ Christmas Market happens Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Emmanuel Heritage Centre, 2767 Hwy 15, Portland. Hosted by the Portland on the Rideau Historical Society, it features local talent and unique gift ideas.
St. Nicholas Christmas Bazaar runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Hanley Hall, Elmsley Street, Smiths Falls. Proceeds support St. Francis de Sales Community Lunch program. Contact Julia at julia@innovativelogic.com for details.
It’s A Rock & Roll Christmas this Saturday: the Piano-men take the Stage at Farrell Hall in Perth, tributes to Rock Legends Billy Joel and Eton john, playing all their greatest hits along with some Classic Christmas Favorites! Tickets at www.ticketsplease.ca. A Rock & Roll Christmas, this Saturday at Farrell Hall in Perth. An age of Majority event!
Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus are at the Carleton Place Information Centre, 170 Bridge Street, on Saturdays, December 7 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free photos and holiday wishbooks available.
It’s A Rock & Roll Christmas… THIS Saturday The PIANOMEN Take The Stage at Farrell Hall in Perth — Tributes to Rock Legends Billy Joel and Elton John —Playing all their greatest hits along with some Classic Christmas Favourites! Tickets at TicketsPlease.ca A Rock & Roll Christmas THIS Saturday at Farrell Hall in Perth. An age of Majority event!
The Annual Nick of Time Christmas Artisan Show is back for another year on December 7th from 10 until 3:30 at the Crystal Palace. Discover works by incredible local artists just in time for Christmas!
Lanark Civitan Hall hosts Christmas on the Clyde, December 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2144 Pine Grove Road. Enjoy holiday fun and photos with a special guest!
St. Nicholas Christmas Bazaar at Hanley Hall, 30 McGill St., Smiths Falls, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Vendors welcome; limited tables available for a fee. Contact Ann Johnson at annmbjohnson@gmail.com for details.
Chase the Chill offers free handmade knitted and crochet items outside Yarns Aplenty, 12 Russell St. E., Smiths Falls, on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. Donations welcome for Smiths Falls Food Bank. Contact: 613-285-9315.
ABC Hall is hosting a fundraiser with an online Wilton Cheese order. Orders can be picked up at ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd, Maberly on Sat, Dec 7, from 1-3 p.m. For details, contact Christine at christine.abchall@gmail.com.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Breakfast with Santa on December 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Drummond Building, 22 Ryan St., Spencerville. Enjoy pancakes, sausages, karaoke, and a visit with Santa. Tickets: $10 (12+), $5 (under 11).
Asbury Free Methodist Church, 144 Gore St. E., Perth, hosts a warming station on Dec. 7 from 4 p.m. during the Santa Claus Parade. Enjoy free hot drinks, cookies, crafts, and parking during the parade. Details: info@asburyfmperth.com, 613-267-2345.
The Nutcracker by Redeemer Dance Academy shows 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at PDCI, Perth. Tickets online or cash at the door. Contact Leia at redeemerdanceacademy@gmail.com or 613-316-7088 for details.
Advent Treats cookie sale begins 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, at St. Andrews United Church, 115 Clarence St., Lanark. Cookies are $10 per dozen. Contact harhayaud@gmail.com for details. Perfect for easy holiday baking!
The Boyd’s United Church Country Christmas Show will be held on December 8 at 2 p.m. at Boyd’s United Church, 450 Boyd’s Road. Enjoy performances by local artists. Tickets are $20. Contact Dorothy Stevens at 613-253-3566 or dotsteves29@gmail.com.
St. George’s Anglican Church in Clayton hosts a traditional ‘Nine Lessons and Carols’ service on Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m., followed by light refreshments in the Church Hall. All are welcome to attend.
Join the Lanark Legion Ladies Auxiliary for a festive Craft, Bake, and Christmas Sale on December 8 at the Royal Canadian Legion, 69 George Street, Lanark. Get your Christmas shopping done! Contact: Clare Wilson c49@gmail.com
Week 5 of the RCL Automotive Build a Mountain of Food is today! We’re in Portland and Merrickville. We’ll be in Portland from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at the Portland LCBO and RBC in support of the Portland Food Bank. Then we move on to Merrickville from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at the Merrickville Food Market. In support of the Merrickville Lion’s Club Christmas Food Hamper Campaign.
Local Sports:
CCHL:
Dec. 8 Carleton Place hosts Rockland 3:00
EOJHL
Dec. 7 Smiths Falls at Carleton Place 7:30
Dec. 7 Perth at Glengarry 8:00
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