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Here's what's on this week in Timmins

Hear sounds of the season, help out families in need and catch the Christmas tree lightings
2021-11-14 Christmas Lights PEXELS

Philosophy Cafe with Edward McEntee
Monday, Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m.
Timmins Public Library

Join local philosophy expert Edward McEntee to learn more about philosophy and the topics of our times. It’s a monthly discussion series. Sign up for free online here or call the library at 705-360-2623 ext. 8532.

Johnson’s Creek - A Rockin’ Country Weekend 
Friday, Nov. 25, 10 p.m.
The Surge 

Grab your friends for a night of fun and live music. Tickets are $15. There will be live music from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Songs for the Season
Friday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m.
Sacred Heart Church, 296 Cedar St. S.

The Timmins Concert Singers are performing songs of the season. Tickets are $25 each and available at Alfie’s Cigar Store or from choir members.

11th Annual Fill an Ambulance Toy Drive 
Saturday, Nov. 26, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Canadian Tire and Walmart parking lots 

The Cochrane District EMS and CDSSAB staff are holding their annual toy drive. Bring a new unwrapped toy, gift or donation from children and youth up to the age of 18 years who are in need. Items for babies and teens are always in demand and in short supply. For more information or if you would like to donate are not able to attend, contact Derrick Cremin at 705-268-7711 ext. 287 or email [email protected].

Niska Noël 
Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m.-3p.m.
Timmins Museum: NEC, 325 2nd Ave. 

Stop by to see a display of products from local Indigenous artisans. On Saturday, there will be drumming and dancing at 11:30 a.m. and Indian tacos at noon. Sunday, bannock on a stick is being served at 11 a.m. and Jean Wesley is leading a dream catcher workshop at 1 p.m. The dreamcatcher workshop is free, but spaces are limited. Register by calling 705-360-2617.

Pet Photos with Santa
Saturday, Nov. 26 and Sunday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Timmins Family YMCA, 376 Poplar Ave.

The Timmins and Districty Humane Society’s annual fundraiser is back. Bring your fur family to get a photo with Santa. The Grinch will also be available on Nov. 26. The cost is $20 for one portrait sitting. Additional portrait sittings are $5 each. Bring a USB to save your photo.

8th Annual Tree Lighting 
Saturday, Nov. 26, 6 p.m.
Hollinger Park 

Watch as the City of Timmins flips the switch on a 40-foot white spruce with 4,000 lights. There will be a performance by the Timmins Symphony Choir and free hot chocolate courtesy of Tim Hortons. Mr. And Mrs. Claus are also making the trek from the North Pole to hear your Christmas wishes in person.

Tree Lighting 
Saturday, Nov. 26, 7 p.m. 
Scout Hall, Legion Drive, South Porcupine 

After a hiatus because of COVID-19, people are invited to take in this ceremony beside the Scout Hall to light and decorate the tree. The hall will be open for a music sing-along, homemade cookies and hot chocolate. There will also be 50/50 tickets available, with the draw on Dec. 16.

FIFA Fever 
Sunday, Nov. 27, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Croatian Hall, Schumacher

Kick off the 2022 FIFA World Cup with the livestream of Croatia vs Canada. Enjoy the game on the big screen with other football fans. Tickets are $10 for the game or $20 to add a full Croatian breakfast to the mix. Breakfast will be served from 9-11 a.m. The bar at the hall opens at 11 a.m. Tickets are available online. In-person sales are Wednesday, Nov. 23 from 4-6 p.m. at the hall.

Quilt Pleasures
Runs until Nov. 23
Timmins Museum: NEC

This exhibit features over 30 quilts, each one telling a story, made by the Timmins Quilters Guild. It explores both traditional and contemporary designs. 

Griefshare 
Runs Fridays until Dec. 2, 6-8 p.m.
Bible Fellowship Assembly and Zoom

People grieving the loss of a loved one can start at any time during the 13 weeks. Contact Ted Bendell at 705-360-0697 or email [email protected]. This is a free service provided by the church. If it is of value to you, donations are welcomed towards Bible Fellowship Assembly.

To be considered for future weekend events, email all the details to [email protected] or add the event to our Community Events listing.