Snow isn’t actually white, each tiny ice crystal is clear. It just looks white because light bounces around in a million directions.
Kind of like Georgina in November: lots of little things, shining all at once.
From Workshops to Whoville: Georgina Slides Into Holiday Mode
Remembrance Day is behind us and now Georgina is leaning into holiday season energy, think creative workshops, swim-for-donations nights, and one of our most loved street festivals: Whoville on High Street.
💡 Why it matters
Town-run events are ramping up, from food-drive swims to downtown street festivals.
Local markets and shows give small businesses and makers a real boost.
Planning one or two local outings now makes December feel less rushed and more fun.
📰 Town News
Changes Coming to Recycling: New Blue Box Program Launching Early 2026
The Town of Georgina has announced that residential Blue Box recycling will shift to a new producer-run system beginning the week of January 5, 2026.
📍 This includes new blue carts, updated sorting rules, and bi-weekly pickup for many households.
💬 Why it matters:
This is one of the biggest waste-collection changes residents will see in years — and it affects every home in Georgina. Sharing early updates helps families prepare for new carts, schedules, and what can/can’t go in the blue bin next year.
Holiday Lineup Builds: Whoville, Winter Markets & Vintage Christmas
The Town’s November and early-December calendar is all about cozy, family events:
Winter Market at The Link in Sutton (Sun Nov 16) kicked off the series, with more dates in December.
Whoville on High Street transforms downtown Sutton into a glowing, Grinchy, family street party on Sat Nov 22, 5–9 p.m.
Vintage Christmas returns to the Georgina Village Museum on Sat Nov 29, 4–7 p.m., with lights, Santa, crafts and heritage buildings lit up for the season.
💬 Why it matters:
These are the kinds of events that helped Georgina earn that “Municipality of the Year” title — low-cost, family-friendly, and very local.
🗓️ Events & Activities
(All times verified as of Nov 17 — please double-check before you go!)
🎁 Holiday & Community Events
YSpace North: The Creativity Muscle – How to Build Your Creative Core in the Age of AI
📅 Thu Nov 20 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
📍 YSpace North, 1 Market St., Sutton
💡 A free, hands-on workshop to help you grow your creative skills and learn how AI can support (not replace) your ideas. Hosted by Georgina Economic Development & Tourism.
Food For Swim Holiday Food Drive – Georgina Leisure Pool
📅 Thu Nov 20 | 6:45 – 8:15 p.m.
📍 Georgina Leisure Pool, 5279 Black River Rd., Sutton
🤝 Bring two non-perishable food items and swim for free. Donations support the Georgina Food Pantry.
Food For Swim Holiday Food Drive – MURC (Keswick)
📅 Fri Nov 21 | 6:15 – 7:45 p.m.
📍 Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC), 261 Garrett Styles Dr., Keswick
💦 Same idea, new pool: bring two non-perishable items and enjoy a free swim, with all donations going to the Georgina Food Pantry.
Whoville on High Street – Sutton
📅 Sat Nov 22 | 5 – 9 p.m.
📍 High Street, Sutton
🎄 High Street turns into “Whoville” for one night: lights, local vendors, music, kids’ activities, hot chocolate and more. Free to attend.
📚 Library & Family Fun
The Georgina Public Library has a full slate of programs this week across branches — here are a couple of easy wins if you’ve got kids:
LEGO Club – Discovery Branch (Keswick)
📅 Tue Nov 18 | 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Discovery Branch (MURC), 261 Garrett Styles Dr., Keswick
🧱 Ages 6–12 — drop in, build, and tackle fun challenges with other LEGO fans.
Plus, all week the library is running Family Storytime, Babytime, Maker Space Pop In, Reading Buddies, ukulele lessons and more at different branches.
🎶 Live Music & Theatre
Queensville Players Presents: Footloose – The Musical
📅 Fri Nov 21 – Sun Nov 23
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts, 130 Gwendolyn Blvd., Keswick
Show dates this week:
Fri Nov 21 | 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Sat Nov 22 | 2 – 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Sun Nov 23 | 2 – 4:30 p.m.
🎭 High-energy, small-town staging of the 80s classic — dancing, big songs, and a fun night at the theatre.
Coming Soon – Colin James Trio (Teaser for December)
📅 Wed Dec 3 | 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre, Keswick
🏪 Community & Business Notes
Food For Swim = Full Pool + Pantry Support
Two nights, two pools, and a lot of cans and boxes for the Georgina Food Pantry, great chance for families to combine fun with giving back.
Holiday Foot Traffic is Starting
Whoville on High Street and upcoming markets (like Vintage Christmas and more Winter Markets at The Link) mean more people wandering our downtowns and village hubs. It’s a good time for local shops, cafés, and services to:
Put out A-frame signs
Extend hours where possible
Highlight “shop local” or gift-card options
Creative Skills Are a Business Asset
That YSpace North workshop isn’t just for artists, it’s designed for business owners and professionals who want to bring new ideas into 2026 planning.
🧠 Did You Know?
Georgina’s Winter Market and holiday events (Whoville, Vintage Christmas, Santa parades and more) were key examples used when the Town was recognized as 2025 Municipality of the Year by Festivals and Events Ontario, highlighting how our events drive both community pride and economic activity.
What are you most excited for this month?
🌅 Close-out note
This week is all about the “in-between” moments, not quite December, but full of chances to gather, give back, and get out of the house. Whether you’re flexing your creativity at YSpace, cheering on Footloose, or sipping cocoa on High Street, pick one local thing and lean into it.
Bundle up, wave to a neighbour, and enjoy the early glow of Georgina’s holiday season.
Until next time,
— Your Georgina Digest Team
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