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SUMMARY:Advent Family Fun Night
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 4.  Advent Family Night  5:30-7:30 pm at Grace United Church\, 174 Caithness St. E. Caledonia. Food\, hot chocolate bar\, family fun\, social time and games for everyone.  By donation. Come\, let’s get ready for Christmas together! graceunitedcaledonia.ca
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/advent-family-fun-night/
LOCATION:Grace United Church Caledonia\, 174 Caithness St. E.\, Caledonia\, Ontario\, N3W 1C2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Victorian Christmas Tour & High tea
DESCRIPTION:Ruthven Park National Historic Site \nSaturday\, December 6th 2025\n6pm-8pm\n$65 per person \nStep back in time at Ruthven Park during our Victorian Christmas Tour experience! Experience the magic and wonderment of the holidays through a special themed tour of the historic mansion where guests will be guided through a Victorian Christmas including an exclusive visit to the master bedroom decorated for the season! The experience will conclude with high tea in the historic Coach House. As guests sip their tea from a variety of tea options and enjoy the ambient sound of classical Christmas music\,  a set menu of delicious sandwiches\, savoury bites\, scones and sweets will be served making this evening an exquisite and unforgettable experience. \nPlease register at www.ruthvenpark.ca/tickets \nFor questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/victorian-christmas-tour-high-tea/
LOCATION:Ruthven Park\, 243 Haldimand County Hwy 54\, Cayuga\, Ontario\, N0A1E0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T110000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Tours by Donation: Chiefswood NHS & Ruthven Park
DESCRIPTION:Dates: December 7 & 14\, 2025\nAdmission: “Give what you can” food donation per family\, per site\nGuided tours every half hour\, 11AM–4PM\nDrop-ins welcome! \nCelebrate the season with history\, culture\, and community at two beautifully decorated heritage homes. \nChiefswood Park\n-Tour the 1850s Johnson family home\, adorned in authentic Victorian holiday décor\n-Guided storytelling of Mohawk poetess E. Pauline Johnson and life in a home “Where Cultures Meet”\n-Children’s festive crafts and activities\n-Seasonal treats: sugar cookies\, mulled cider\, hot chocolate\, and tea in a warm historic setting \nRuthven Park\n-Explore the Thompson family’s Greek Revival mansion glowing with generations of Christmas décor\n-View the Victorian Parlour Exhibit on historical games and holiday pastimes\n-Children’s activities in the Coach House\n-Enjoy hot chocolate and a welcoming atmosphere in this grand historic space \nAll donations support the Cayuga & Six Nations food banks
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/holiday-tours-by-donation-chiefswood-nhs-ruthven-park/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T200000
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SUMMARY:CSS Pasta Dinner & Silent Auction Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:CSS FOOTBALL PASTA DINNER & SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER!\nJoin us for a delicious night out in support of the Cayuga Secondary School Football Team! \nDate: Thursday December 11\, 2025\nSeating at 5:30pm\nDinner served at 6:00pm\nEvent runs until 8:00pm \nAdvance Tickets Only: $25 each. Your ticket includes: caesar salad\, garlic bread\, spaghetti\, dessert\, and a soft drink. \nAfter dinner\, stay for an evening of FUN with a silent auction\, line dancing\, and $1 down games! \nEvery dollar raised goes directly to supporting our CSS Football Team.  \nGet Your Tickets through School Cash Online or visit the CSS Main Office. \nCome out for great food\, great company\, and a great cause!\nLet’s pack the house and show our Warrior pride!
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/css-pasta-dinner-silent-auction-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Cayuga Secondary School\, 70 Haldimand County Hwy 54\, Cayuga\, ON\, N0A 1E0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Family Friendly,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:A Taste of the Holidays at Chiefswood NHS & Ruthven Park
DESCRIPTION:A Taste of the Holidays at Chiefswood NHS & Ruthven Park\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\n$40 Per person\nLimited Tickets Remaining! \nStep into the warmth and wonder of the holiday season with a guided tour through two of Haldimand County’s most cherished historic homes. Discover the legacy of celebrated Mohawk poetess E. Pauline Johnson at Chiefswood National Historic Site\, and experience the festive traditions of the Thompson family at Ruthven Park. This immersive journey blends Victorian-era charm\, cultural storytelling\, and seasonal indulgence—all set against the scenic backdrop of the Grand River. \nExperience Highlights: \nAt Chiefswood National Historic Site\, guests will explore the beautifully preserved 1850s Johnson family home\, adorned in Victorian-era holiday décor. The guided tour offers rich storytelling and cultural insight\, complemented by sweet treats like mincemeat tarts and sugar cookies. Visitors can enjoy seasonal beverages including Riverside Blend coffee\, Earl Grey tea\, mulled cider\, and hot chocolate in a cozy\, festive setting. \nAt Ruthven Park National Historic Site\, the Thompson family mansion comes alive with period Christmas decorations and the Victorian Parlour Exhibit\, featuring historical games and holiday pastimes. The tour concludes in the historic Coach House with a comforting spread of freshly baked scones served with clotted cream and jam\, paired with aromatic teas\, coffee\, or hot chocolate. \nPurchase Includes: \n● Admission to Chiefswood National Historic Site\n● Admission to Ruthven Park National Historic Site\n● Access to Victorian-era holiday décor and exhibits\n● Seasonal drinks: coffee\, tea\, cider\, hot chocolate\n● Seasonal culinary offerings \n*Pre-registration for time-slots required at www.ruthvenpark.ca/tickets\nFor questions regarding this event\, please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca or for more details.
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/a-taste-of-the-holidays-at-chiefswood-nhs-ruthven-park/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Holiday Tours by Donation: Chiefswood NHS & Ruthven Park
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 14\, 2025\nAdmission: “Give what you can” food donation per family\, per site\nGuided tours every hour\, 11AM–4PM\nDrop-ins Welcome!  \nCelebrate the season with history\, culture\, and community at two beautifully decorated heritage homes. \nChiefswood Park\n-Tour the 1850s Johnson family home\, adorned in authentic Victorian holiday décor\n-Guided storytelling of Mohawk poetess E. Pauline Johnson and life in a home “Where Cultures Meet”\n-Children’s festive crafts and activities\n-Seasonal treats: sugar cookies\, mulled cider\, hot chocolate\, and tea in a warm historic setting \nRuthven Park\n-Explore the Thompson family’s Greek Revival mansion glowing with generations of Christmas décor\n-View the Victorian Parlour Exhibit on historical games and holiday pastimes\n-Children’s activities in the Coach House\n-Enjoy hot chocolate and a welcoming atmosphere in this grand historic space \nAll donations support the Cayuga & Six Nations food banks
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/holiday-tours-by-donation-chiefswood-nhs-ruthven-park-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:St. Paul's Chapel's Traditional Christmas Service
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Sunday\, December 14/25 @ 2:00 pm for our Traditional Christmas Service in the historical St. Paul’s Chapel\, Middleport.  Everyone welcome!  Fellowship and Refreshments following the service.  Please bring a non-perishable donation for the Caledonia Food Bank.
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/st-pauls-chapels-traditional-christmas-service/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Chapel\, Middleport\, 1159 Hwy 54\, Caledonia (Middleport)\, Ontario\, N3W 2G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Church Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's Chapel Trustees":MAILTO:secretary@middleportheritage.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T123000
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CREATED:20251209T163054Z
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SUMMARY:H.A.C. Holiday Special!
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for the H.A.C. (Health\, Activity\, Community) Holiday Special: December 18th.  Enjoy the finest of our HAC programs all wrapped up into our Christmas special. Our best cooks will be serving some delicious food as we listen and sing along Christmas carols with an acoustic musical guest\, and find comfort in holiday traditions\, food\, and socializing with one another.  \n📅 Thursday\, December 18\, 2025\n⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n📍 Location: United Church\, 34 Main Street. S\, Hagersville \nTo register please call:\n📞 1-905-768-4488 ext.100\n✉️ hac@alzda.ca\n💻 https://hac.alzda.ca
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/h-a-c-holiday-special/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Free to Attend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T193000
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SUMMARY:Hogmanay High Tea - Saturday\, December 20th
DESCRIPTION:Ruthven Park National Historic Site \nDecember 20th\, 2025\n5:30pm – 7:30pm \n$65 per person \nJoin us in celebrating the Scottish tradition of Hogmanay during our Hogmanay High Tea event! Purchase includes a main level tour of the historic mansion exploring the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family. The experience will conclude with high tea in the beautifully decorated Coach House and a special bagpipe performance. High tea includes a set menu of delicious sandwiches\, savoury bites\, scones and sweets with a variety of tea options!  \nPlease register online at www.ruthvenpark.ca/tickets  \nFor questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/hogmanay-high-tea-saturday-december-20th/
LOCATION:Ruthven Park\, 243 Haldimand County Hwy 54\, Cayuga\, Ontario\, N0A1E0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T193000
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SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah (Port Dover)
DESCRIPTION:Arcady is excited to invite audiences to the return of their Handel’s Messiah at the Lighthouse Theatre in Port Dover on Saturday\, December 20th at 7:30 PM. Experience the beloved holiday work in Arcady’s unique Baroque style that pays homage to the original production. Audiences will have the chance to see Arcady’s professional chorus of soloists and chamber ensemble once more bring to life this Christmas tradition in Port Dover. Known for his dynamic\, energetic interpretation of this triumphant work\, Ronald Beckett will direct his ensemble in a jubilant rendition of the timeless oratorio. Don’t miss your chance to hear the ensemble that specializes in Messiah. Audience members should secure their seats early as Arcady’s Messiah is a usually sold-out event. Tickets at $45 general (plus $1.50 service fees) are available online at https://lighthousetheatre.com/event/handels-messiah2/\, via email at portdover@lighthousetheatre.com\, in person at Lighthouse Theatre (247 Main St.\, Port Dover\, ON)\, or by calling 1-888-779-7703.
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/handels-messiah-port-dover/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Theatre\, 247 Main St\, Port Dover\, Ontario\, N0A 1N0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Family Friendly,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arcady Ensemble":MAILTO:info@arcady.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251231T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251231T120000
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CREATED:20251216T163358Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New Beginnings…H.A.C. Style!   \nJoin us at the H.A.C. to ring in the new year on a positive note. It’s the perfect excuse to gather together to toast and reflect on great memories made this past year\, and to celebrate what’s to come. Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of a fancy\, festive new years party filled with fun\, laughter\, tasty food\, and great company.
URL:https://haldimandpress.com/event/new-years-eve-party/
LOCATION:Hagersville United Church\, 34 Main St S\, Hagersville\, Ontario\, N0A 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free to Attend
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ORGANIZER;CN="HAC":MAILTO:HAC@alzda.ca
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