Snowflakes fall at about 1–4 km/h.
Which means they still arrive faster than most of us after saying,
“Let’s just stay in tonight.”
Holiday Nights, Quiet Days
The stretch between Christmas and New Year feels different in Georgina.
Big-ticket shows slow down, routines soften, and the community shifts into a quieter rhythm - last local visits, winter walks, family time, and a few meaningful stops before the year turns.
It’s less about filling the calendar, and more about choosing one or two things that feel right.
💡Why it matters
This is when local businesses feel every visit most
Slower days make space for meaningful, low-pressure outings
A single local stop can turn a quiet winter day into a memory
📰 Town News
Holiday Hours in Effect Across Town Facilities
Town offices, libraries, recreation centres, and customer service locations are operating on adjusted holiday hoursthroughout the week.
Why it matters:
Checking ahead avoids closed doors — especially for swims, library visits, and drop-ins.
Holiday Parking Exemption Continues
Georgina’s holiday parking exemption remains in place until Jan. 2, 2026, allowing extended on-street and overnight parking on most roads, unless a Winter Maintenance Event is declared.
Why it matters:
Helpful for family visits and gatherings — but vehicles still need to be moved during snow-clearing events.
Christmas Tree Collection & Holiday Waste Reminders
The Town has issued reminders for Christmas tree pickup timing and holiday waste schedule adjustments.
Why it matters:
Tree pickup dates vary by area — knowing yours prevents missed collection.
🗓️ Events & Activities
(All times verified as of Dec 20 — please double-check before you go!)
🎁 Holiday & Community Events
Noon Year’s Eve (Family Countdown) – East Gwillimbury
📅 Tue Dec 31 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 East Gwillimbury Sports Complex
A family-friendly “New Year’s” celebration with an outdoor concert, DJ/dance party, skating, crafts, and a noon countdown.
📚 Library Time (Quiet Week Edition)
While most programs pause for the holidays, library branches remain a great low-key outing for browsing, reading, and warming up early in the week.
⛷️ The ROC – Holiday Season Access
Weather permitting, The ROC remains open with holiday schedules for tubing, rentals, and winter fun.
📰 Community Spotlight
Turkey Shoot Brewing Co. (Keswick) — Final Days to Visit
As December winds down, there’s still time to support one of Georgina’s truly local spaces.
Turkey Shoot Brewing Co., a small, family-run brewery in Keswick, will be closing at the end of December.
It wasn’t just about beer — it was about familiarity. A place where neighbours crossed paths, conversations lasted longer than planned, and community happened without needing a headline.
If Turkey Shoot has ever been on your “we should go again” list, this is that moment:
stop in
have a pint
say thanks to the family behind it
🏪 Community & Business Notes
Quiet weeks matter: Post-holiday days are often hardest on small businesses - even short visits help
Gift cards count: Redeeming locally keeps spending close to home
Check hours first: Many shops and cafés are running holiday schedules
Local doesn’t disappear after Christmas: It just gets quieter and more meaningful
🌤️ This Week’s Weather at a Glance
MON –2°C · Cloudy with light snow possible
TUE –3°C · Morning flurries
WED –3°C · Snow showers
THU –5°C · Snow showers, windy at times
FRI 1°C · Cloudy, chance of snow/rain mix
SAT –4°C · Snow showers
SUN –5°C · Snow showers, colder
What this means for your week
Expect wintry driving conditions most days — especially mid-week and into the weekend
Wind and snow could impact travel around Christmas Day
Best windows for errands: early Friday before temperatures drop again
Layer up, windchill will make it feel colder than the numbers suggest
As we close out the year, what did you enjoy most about living in Georgina in 2025?
🌅 Close-out note
This week doesn’t ask much of us.
It invites:
a slower pace
a final local visit
a quiet walk or warm drink
Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting the people and places that make Georgina what it is — especially during the quiet weeks.
See you next Monday,
— Your Georgina Digest Team
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