Fun Fact
Snowflakes fall at about 1–4 km/h, which is still faster than some of us getting out the door on a winter weekend.
🎉 Events & Activities
(All times verified as of Nov 18 — please double-check before you go!)
1️⃣ 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
💦 Bring two non-perishable food items and swim for FREE. All donations support the Georgina Food Pantry.
2️⃣ Footloose: The Musical – Opening Night (Queensville Players)
📅 Fri Nov 21 | 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts, 130 Gwendolyn Blvd., Keswick
🎭 High-energy stage version of the classic 80s film, presented by The Queensville Players.
3️⃣ Footloose: The Musical – Saturday Shows
📅 Sat Nov 22 | 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre, Keswick
🎶 Afternoon or evening — same fun show, two time slots.
4️⃣ Footloose: The Musical – Sunday Matinee
📅 Sun Nov 23 | 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre, Keswick
🎟 A great pick for families or an easy Sunday outing.
5️⃣ Whoville on High Street – Sutton
📅 Sat Nov 22 | 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
📍 High Street, Sutton
🎄 Downtown Sutton turns into Whoville for one night: lights, vendors, kids’ activities, and lots of holiday cheer.
🌿 Neighbouring Communities
(Newmarket & East Gwillimbury)
6️⃣ Jingle Bell Christmas Market – Newmarket
📅 Sun Nov 23 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket
🛍️ Indoor holiday market with local vendors and early gift shopping — hosted by Bare Canvas Events.
7️⃣ Community Games Day – Goblets & Goblins (Board Game Café)
📅 Sun Nov 23 | 12:00 – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Goblets & Goblins, 17766 Leslie St., Newmarket
🎲 Free all-day board gaming — come and go as you like, with access to a huge game library. Great for families, friend groups, and casual players.
8️⃣ Kids Arts & Crafts – Mount Albert (EG Public Library)
📅 Sat Nov 22 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Mount Albert Branch, 19300 Centre St., Mount Albert
🎨 Free kids’ art program (ages 4+) with different creative projects — registration required through East Gwillimbury Public Library.
🎸 Live Music & Theatre Spotlight
📍 Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts, Keswick
Queensville Players – Footloose: The Musical
Fri Nov 21 | 7:30 p.m.
Sat Nov 22 | 2:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Sun Nov 23 | 2:00 p.m.
Coming Soon at the Leacock (Mark Your Calendar):
Colin James Trio – Wed Dec 3, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.
Christmas with the Ennis Sisters – Fri Dec 5, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.
The Next Generation Leahy – Sat Dec 13, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.
☕ Weekend Tip
Evening temperatures sit around 1–4°C — perfect for hot chocolate at Whoville, but chilly if you’re standing still at outdoor markets. Dress in layers, bring a toque, and keep a thermos handy.
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🎸 That’s a Wrap
That’s the lineup for Nov 21–23 across Georgina, East Gwillimbury & Newmarket.
If you spot a great band, market or community event we should feature, email [email protected].
See you next week for more parades, markets and holiday lights.
The Georgina Digest Team
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