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The Calm Before the Cheer: Georgina Warms Up for Holiday Season
As Remembrance Day approaches and Santa Claus Parades line up, Georgina’s calendar is balancing reflection with celebration. This week brings heartfelt community gatherings, festive prep, and a few standout shows to mark down.
💡 Why it matters
November bridges our reflective and festive sides.
Local parades, concerts, and pop-ups bring neighbours together.
Supporting them keeps Georgina’s small-town magic alive year-round.
📰 Town News
Remembrance Day Ceremonies — Monday, Nov 11
📍 Sutton, Keswick, Pefferlaw
🎖️ Hosted by the Town of Georgina and local Legions to honour veterans and those who served.
🕚 Ceremonies begin at 11 a.m.
💬 Why it matters: A moment to pause and remember together — one of Georgina’s most meaningful annual traditions.
ROC Prepares for Winter Opening
The Recreational Outdoor Campus (ROC) is testing snow-making equipment and lighting up for the season.
🎿 Official opening expected early December (weather permitting).
💬 Why it matters: Tubing, skating, and local fun are just around the corner — a winter favourite for families.
🗓️ Events & Activities
🎅 Holiday Events Begin
Keswick Santa Claus Parade
📅 Saturday, Nov 15 | 1:30 p.m.
📍 The Queensway South, Keswick
🎄 Floats, marching bands, and community cheer light up the route.
Holiday Craft Market – The Link
📅 Saturday, Nov 15 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 The Link, 20849 Dalton Rd., Sutton
🛍️ Handmade gifts, local artisans, baked treats & warm drinks.
📚 Library & Family Fun
LEGO Club
📅 Tuesday, Nov 11 | 3:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Discovery Branch, Keswick
🧱 Build, imagine, and create with other young builders.
Build a Woodland Animal
📅 Thursday, Nov 13 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
📍 Discovery Branch, Keswick
🧱 Build and assemble a woodland animal.
🎶 Live Music & Theatre
Motown Gold Live
📅 Friday, Nov 14 | 7:30 p.m.
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre, Keswick
🎷 A tribute to the greatest soul & R&B legends — from The Temptations to Stevie Wonder.
🏪 Community & Business Notes
Local restaurants in Keswick and Sutton are already seeing pre-parade dinner bookings — reserve early if you’re heading out after the parade.
Time to check furnace filters and schedule winter tune-ups before the first snow.
Small businesses: post your holiday hours and specials early — local shoppers are starting now.
🧠 Did You Know?
The ROC’s tubing hill stretches about 900 feet — three football fields long — and you can hit speeds up to 45 km/h on a good run (helmet hair included).
What are you most excited for this month?
🌅 Close-out note
From quiet moments of remembrance to the first sparkle of holiday lights, this week captures Georgina’s heart, reflective, joyful, and community-minded.
Bundle up, wave to a neighbour at the parade, and celebrate this small-town season together. 💙
Until next time,
— Your Georgina Digest Team
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