Past Events

Join McGillivray Public School for their 12th Annual Christmas Craft Market! 

WHERE: Ailsa Craig Recreation Centre
WHEN: Saturday, November 16th, 2024
TIME: 10:00am to 3:00pm
ADMISSION: By donation

Over 40 amazing vendors! 

Join Four Seasons Fashions, Gifts & Home Decor for their Christmas Open House! 

WHEN: Friday, November 15th, 2024, 10:00am to 7:00pm & Saturday, November 16th, 2024, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Gift with purchase while supplies last! 

The annual Ailsa Craig Santa Claus Parade is back - organized and hosted by the Ailsa Craig Firefighters Association

WHERE: Ailsa Craig Main St.

WHEN: Saturday, December 14th, 2024

TIME: Parade starts at 11:00am 

North Middlesex Business Owners - this workshop is for you! 

Join Derek Morningstar for the second North Middlesex Business Association Social Media Workshop!

WHERE: Council Chambers, Shared Services Building, Parkhill, ON

WHEN: Thursday, November 7th, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Doors will open at 5:30pm to allow attendees to set up their devices and get logged in. 

ADMISSION: Free. Register today via the link: https://forms.gle/WXZc5EjZNPno1DQw7

Please join the North Middlesex Historical Society for their North Middlesex Hall of Fame night!

It is a night to recognize individuals in the community that have made a significant contribution to the community, either locally, nationally or internationally, in such a way as to have brought honour to or made this community and/or the larger world a better place to live.

November 2nd, 2024 at the Ailsa Craig Recreation Centre

Follow along for more information and tickets closer to the event at https://www.ailsacraigmuseum.ca/events

Join the Ailsa Craig Gala Days Committee for their 2024 Halloween Dance!

WHERE: North Middlesex Community Centre

WHEN: Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at 9:00pm

Tickets available in advance for $25.00 or $30.00 at the door. 

*This is a 19+ event.

Please join for a Family Halloween Party Sponsored by the Parkhill Carnegie Gallery!

WHERE: North Middlesex Community Centre

TIME: 6:00-8:00pm

WHEN: Thursday, October 24th, 2024

All ages. $5/person or $20/family. Costumes welcome. Scavenger hunt and snacks provided thanks to the Parkhill Carnegie Gallery.

Join for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to introduce patients and caregivers to virtual health care options at London’s hospitals. In this session, you’ll explore:

- What is virtual care?

- Available supports

- Live demonstrations

This program is in partnership with the Virtual Care Program at London Health Sciences Centre, St. Joseph's Health Care London, and Middlesex County Library.

Register now:

Parkhill Library, Thursday, October 24 at 10:30am Call 519-294-6583 or register online https://library.middlesex.ca/event/11849494

Questions? Email us at librarian@middlesex.ca

CAREER FAIR & TICKET TO THE TRADES - CLOSING CEREMONIES

We’re excited to announce an inspiring and engaging evening for all attendees! Whether you're an aspiring professional or looking to discover new opportunities, this event has something for everyone.

🗓️ Date: October 23rd, 2024

📍 Location: North Middlesex Community Centre

⏰ Time: 5:00-7:00pm

🎟 Ticket: FREE - Register below via our Eventbrite Page

We’re thrilled to welcome our Keynote Speaker, Jamie McMillan, Founder of KickAss Careers and industry advocate, who will share her personal journey and passion for skilled trades.

Plus, don’t miss our moderated panel discussion hosted by the incredible Michele Sands and featuring some of our dedicated local tradespeople:

🔹 Chris Roelands

🔹 Dylan Schweitzer

🔹 Emily Haskett

🔹 Marcus Cadman

🔹 Megan Romphf

🔹 Michelle Cox

Hear firsthand about their experiences and pathways in the trades, ask questions, and learn what it’s like to work in these fields.

Register now via our FREE Eventbrite page and secure your spot! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for networking, learning, and celebrating the skilled trades.

https://shorturl.at/NBaRX

North Middlesex District High School is hosting a Trades/Job Fair.

VENDOR Registration Online

OCTOBER 23rd, 2024
10:00am - 7:00pm

There will be 2 locations:

• North Middlesex District High School
• North Middlesex Community Centre

Employers and organizations interested in attending as an exhibitor free of charge download our vendor application form:

VENDOR APPLICATION FORM

New this year!
 

If your company or organization is interested in supporting career development and connecting with the local job market, learn more about by partnering with this event here:

SPONSOR THIS EVENT
 

Questions? Please contact:

Felicia Krista
@email

Join the Friends of North Middlesex Trails for a fun night at Niko's Restaurant! 

The Greek Night fundraiser takes place on Monday, October 21, 2024. Seating is limited to 140 people and tickets must be purchased in advance. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is served between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The evening will include memorabilia from Greece such as photos, videos and Greek music.

The meal will include a soup starter followed by an entrée of Chicken Souvlaki, Greek Salad, Roasted Potatoes, Rice, and Spanakopita. To top it off, the meal will be completed with a Greek dessert. (To substitute Pork Souvlaki for Chicken Souvlaki, please advise organizers when purchasing your ticket).

The cost per ticket is $50. Twenty dollars from each ticket sold goes to the Parkhill trail expansion project of Friends of North Middlesex Trails (FNMT). Ticket buyers receive a $20 charitable gift receipt, for income tax purposes, from Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation. 

To learn more, visit: Greek Night dinner in Parkhill (abca.ca) 

To order tickets to the Greek dinner, contact Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation at 519-235-2610 or toll-free 1-888-286-2610.

Genevieve Fisher was born and raised in London, Ontario, Canada. With over 55,000 radio plays, 9 top 50 hits on the Canadian National Country Chart and well over 3 million streams, Genevieve remains a fan favourite.

She has earned recognition within the Canadian Country Music scene by earning 7 Female Artist of the Year nominations, including 2023, as we well as numerous nominations for Single of the Year and Songwriter of the Year (including 2024) at the Country Music Association of Ontario Music Awards.

YOU'RE INVITED!

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF SMART EXERCISE.

October 17th, 2024, at 10:30am in Strathroy.

Registration via the link. https://von.ca/en/events/anniversary-event-celebrating-30-years-smart-exercise 

Join New Moon Community Homestead for Farm Gate Fridays!

The second Friday of the month from July to October, you can join at the farm for a lively evening where the community can get together to eat fresh BBQ dinner, enjoy live music, shop local vendors and engage with community booths. 

WHEN: July 11th, August 9th, September 13th, and October 11th.

TIME: 5pm to 8pm

WHERE: New Moon Community Homestead - 27093 New Ontario Rd., Ailsa Craig, ON N0M1A0

Want to become a vendor? Contact Kristina or Mike at @email to register!

Please join the Middlesex County Library for their Service Partner Info Fair!

Monday, October 7th, 2024, from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

The Municipality of North Middlesex will be there with information on our upcoming events, the Community Guide, and much more! See you there.

Join the North Middlesex Fire Department for an open house of both the Parkhill Fire Station and the Ailsa Craig Fire Station!

WHERE:
Parkhill Fire Station - 194 Main St. Parkhill, ON
Ailsa Craig Fire Station - 159 William St. Ailsa Craig, ON
WHEN: Saturday, October 5th, 2024
TIME: 10:00am to 2:00pm

Visit the stations for a tour, fire safety information, free kids fire safety activities, and much more!

What's The Story Ailsa Craig?

Come and join the Ailsa Craig Writers' Group for a family friendly night of sharing stories written and read by group.

WHERE: Ye Olde Towne Hall, Ailsa Craig
WHEN: Friday, October 4th, 2024, at 7:00pm
TICKETS: $10 each. Available at Whimsy Salon & Gifts, Home Hardware Ailsa Craig, and The Ailsa Craig Arts Centre.

Light refreshments provided.

*Proceeds to the Ailsa Craig Arts Centre

Join the Parkhill Legion for a bus trip to watch the Blue Jays play! 

WHEN: Saturday, September 28th, 2024

WHERE: Section 139 at the Rogers Centre

TIME: Buses load at 10:30am in the parking lot behind the North Middlesex Arena. Buses return around 10:30pm

TICKETS: $160.00/person or $125.00 for youth 12 & under. Available at the Parkhill Legion or by EMT to @email.

*Each ticket purchased must include name, email address and phone number. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.

Proceeds benefit the Parkhill Legion Br. 341 Building Fund.

Come and join our local farmers and junior entrepreneurs as they bring their produce and baked goods to the local Farmers Market in Parkhill at Locality Wellness Hub!

8:30am to 12:30pm

Join the Parkhill Legion for their Pet Parade to launch Legion Week! 

WHERE: Parkhill Legion

WHEN: Sunday, September 22nd, 2024

TIME: Parade starts at 1:00pm

Pre-register at the legion on September 17th and 18th from 1-4pm.