Shop Local - Christmas 2019: Arthur, Mount Forest, and surrounding areas.

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Christmas

2019

PUBLISHED FOR MERCHANTS AND ORGANIZATIONS OF ARTHUR AND MOUNT FOREST AREAS BY THE WELLINGTON ADVERTISER

See what Santa has in store for you!

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Travel

Gift Certificates available

European River Cruises Escorted Motorcoach Tours Worldwide All Inclusive Packages ...the possibilities are endless 157 George St., Arthur 199 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus

519.848.2883 226.383.2883

170 Smith Street, Arthur 519.848-2665 www.arthurtravel.com | TICO #50015756

www.coverupsflooring.ca

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please join us at our

open house november 15 & 16 from 9am-5:30pm Fill out a ballot for a beautiful Christmas Wreath

ladies night thursday, nov. 14 until 8pm

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125 QUEEN ST. E, MOUNT FOREST

519.323.9981 WWW.COUNTRYCREATIONS.CA

Merry Christmas!

‘Tis the season for

Love,

CRAFTS AND HOME PARTY SALE KE NILWOR TH PUB L IC SC H OOL

giving and enjoyment

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM $2 admission includes door prize tickets

110 Main St. Mount Forest 519.323.9969

“the great little adult store”

New Vendors welcome!

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WITH SANTA S E R U T IC P E FRE :00 AM 9:00 AM-11

10%OFF Books

All of December SE OUR

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7992 Hwy. 89, Conn | 519.323.4174 Open Monday-Saturday, 8am-6pm

Clocks & Lamps For your gift giving ideas

Customer

Mount Forest Branch only.

Valid November 14th to 16th

Appreciation SATURDAY

DEC 14

EXCLUSIVE OFFER For every $100

SPENT IN STORE earn $10 back

IN BEER MONEY RUNS FROM NOV. 20 - DEC. 24 FOR MEN ONLY HOURS MON-FRI 10-5:30 SAT 10-4

Ladies Night THURSDAY

NOV 14

Gentlemens Night FRIDAY

DEC 13

open late

Hungry ?

162 MAIN ST, MOUNT FOREST 519.323.4789

168 George St., Arthur 519.848.5454 234 Main St. S., Mount Forest 519.323.4443 Gift Cards Available

GIVE A GOOD READ THIS

Christmas

with books by JOHN WALSH & VETERANS’ BOOK COMMITTEE Memories of Arthur & Area, Volumes 1-3 World War I and World War II Veterans’ Book

$ 2 EAC0H

Wishing everyone a very happy holiday season.

Copernicus Educational Products Inc. www.copernicused.com

  Horse-Drawn Wedding Carriage Rides

Wagon Rides for Family Gatherings

Book Your Sleigh Rides at the Farm

ARTHUR AND AREA World W ar I and World W ar II Veterans

OR 3F $ 50

519.848.3049

christinemcdougall@xplornet.com

A book fro m Arthur and Area honour our Historica veterans l Society on Canada to ’s 150 th Ann iversary Art

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’s Most Pat riotic

Village

Proceeds go to Arthur & Area Historical Society Books available at Walsh’s Pharmacy or The Arthur Cash & Carry

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Arthur

Canada’s Most Patriotic

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Village!

Hwy 6, Wells St., Arthur 519.261.1313

See you in the Spring!

SHOP LOCAL

Christmas gifts and

rustic | farmhouse | cottage | chic 101 Smith St. Arthur 519.848.6320

HOME DECOR save the date for our 5th annual

OPEN HOUSE

Sat, November 23 | 9-4pm & Sun, November 24 | 11-3pm «christmas decorations to spruce up your home «extended hours«gift wrap regular hours: mon-fri 9-5 | sat 9-4 | sun 11-3

Keeping your family

warm, cozy & safe this Holiday Season

featuring

Giv of me the gif assa t ge Chimney Sweeping Chimney Liners Pellet Stove Repairs Chimney Repairs Factory Built Chimney Installations Pellet Stove Services

Wood & Pellet Stove Sales - New & Used Wood & Pellet Factory Built Zero Clearance Fireplaces Stove Install & Repair

Doug Beatty & Sons 519.848.3273 | 8024 Line 8 Kenilworth SHOWROOM OPEN BY APPOINTMENT WETT Certified Chimney Technicians

Gift certificates available to purchase for your loved ones Jennifer McFadden-Bodz RMT 206 George St., Arthur 519.848.6057

ONTARIO’S

LARGEST DODGE RAM TRUCK DEALER Come to your Local Dealer for tires and service

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ARTHUR: 7976 Wellington Rd. 109 519.848.2016 | 1.800.263.5382

www.arthurchrysler.com MOUNT FOREST: 1000 Main St N. 519.323.1981

107 Wellington St W, Mount Forest 519.323.1950

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Door Prizes All Night Long

Proudly serving

Wellington County for over 20 years YOUR LOCAL AUTO PARTS & EQUIPMENT DEALERS 519.848.2531 | 100 Charles St., Arthur 519.843.1620 | 390 Beatty Line, Fergus www.carquest.ca

Raffles For every $50.00 spent in Gift Cards receive a $5 voucher for yourself

Plus

Giveaways, Discounts and Yummy Food and Drinks

ALL NIGHT LONG

Did you

know

Getaway Spa has a BOUTIQUE?!

Full of Clothing, Organic Skin & Bath Care and much more.

Collectibles, Retro & Vintage Treasures

No TAX + 30% OFF storewide sale

until end of December Hwy 6 & Sideroad 7 E Kenilworth 519.848.6096 mara_mac@hotmail.com

Cranberry Caramel Shortbread Preparation: 75 minutes

Instructions Preheat oven to 375F (190C).

Ingredients 1 cup (250mL) GAY LEA - Unsalted Butter, softened 2/3 cup (150mL) light brown sugar, packed 2 cups (500mL) all purpose flour 1 pinch salt 1 1/2 cups (375mL) granulated sugar 1 cup (250mL) HEWITT'S - 35% whipping cream 1/4 cup (50mL) GAY LEA - Unsalted Butter, in pieces 1 tsp (5mL) vanilla 2 cups (500mL) almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped (or pecans) 1 1/2 cups (375mL) cranberries, fresh or frozen (not thawed)

Line bottom and sides of 13 x 9-inch (3.5 L) baking pan with parchment paper.

Using electric beaters, beat butter with sugar until light.

Using wooden spoon, gradually stir in flour and salt.

Press dough evenly into pan.

Bake in centre of oven for 15 minutes or until golden. Set aside.

Over medium heat in heavy bottomed saucepan, melt sugar with ¼ cup (50 mL) water, stirring until dissolved.

Increase heat to medium high; cook, brushing down sides of pot often with water, for 10 minutes or until a deep golden caramel.

Off heat, slowly whisk in cream.

Cook over low heat, stirring, for 2 minutes or until caramel is dissolved.

Off heat, stir in remaining ingredients.

Recipe by Proudly Sponsored By

The Wellington Advertiser

Pour evenly over crust.

Bake for 20 minutes or until filling is bubbling.

Cool completely in pan.

Cut into squares to serve.

Sponsored by Arthur

Holiday

Nov. 2 Arthur Legion Christmas Craft Sale 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Nov. 28 Walsh’s Pharmacy Black Friday Preview until 8:00 p.m.

Nov. 1-3 & 8-10 and 15-17 Tasting & New Arrivals Weekends at Eclectica Nov. 6 Ladies Night at The Plumber’s Wife Save 20% Storewide - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Nov. 30 Luncheon & Bazaar Arthur United Church Women 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Santa Claus Parade, 7:00 p.m Theme: Snowman Wonderland

Nov. 7 Arthur United Church Dinner & Silent Auction St. John’s Parish Centre - 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Dec. 1 Pot Luck Supper 4:30 p.m., S.S. concert to follow St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Gordonville

The Hub Breakfast Fundraiser, Edward St. - 8:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

Dec. 2 Ladies Community Christmas Dinner hosted by Arthur United Church - 6:00 pm Full turkey dinner $16.

Call to reserve by Nov. 23 - 519-848-2742

Nov. 9 Arthur Legion - Dinner & Dance The Hub Breakfast Fundraiser 140 Edward St. - 8:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

Nov. 11 Remembrance Day Service Arthur Cenotaph - 11:00 a.m.

We will remember them Nov. 13 Girl’s Night Out, 10th Anniversary Walsh’s Pharmacy - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Nov. 15 St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur Christmas Bazaar & Supper - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Nov. 16 Crafts & Home Party Sale - $2 admission Kenilworth Public School - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Nov. 17 25th Annual Arthur Lions Craft Show Arthur Comm. Centre - 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Nov. 21 Coffee Hour, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Marilyn Theurer - South African Trip Arthur Pentecostal Assembly Nov. 23 & 24 5th Annual Open House Arthur Cash & Carry - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Walsh’s Pharmacy now open Sundays starting Dec 1, until Christmas from 11-4 Nov. 27 Christmas Luncheon & Bake Sale Grace Anglican Church - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Dec. 7 CWL Christmas Bazaar St. John Parish Hall - 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

The Hub Breakfast Fundraiser, 140 Edward St. - 8:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

Dec. 10-21 50% off Christmas items at Arthur 2nd Look Dec. 12 Walsh’s IDA Moonlight Madness 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Dec. 23 Christmas Cantata St. John Church, Arthur - 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services: St. Andrew’s Pres. Church, Arthur 7:30 p.m.

Arthur Pentecostal Assembly 7:00 p.m.

Grace Anglican Church 9:00 p.m.

Arthur United Church 7:30 p.m.

St. John Family Mass 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 25 Uncle Arthur’s FREE Christmas Dinner Arthur Legion -5:00 p.m.

519.321.1924 Feb. 16, 2020 Arthur Chamber of Commerce Free Skate at ACC - 12:00p.m. - 1:30p.m.

March 20, 2020 Copernicus Ed. Products sponsors a Free Skate at ACC - 12:00p.m. - 1:30p.m.

Events

Sponsored by

Mount Forest

Nov. 9 Mount Forest Agricultural Society Christmas Craft Show Mount Forest & District Sports Complex 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Admission is $3/person

Dec. 7 Cynthia & Co. Customer Appreciation Day

Holstein Non-motorized Santa Claus Parade 1:00 PM, Township of Southgate Open House Mount Forest Greenhouses - 9:00 a.m. - 5:30p.m.

Nov. 9 Angel Tree Kickoff Donations Accepted Nov. 11 Remembrance Day Service Mount Forest Cenotaph - 11:00 a.m.

Nov. 14 Girl’s Night Out Walsh’s Pharmacy - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Nov. 15 & 16 Open House Country Creations - 9:00a.m. - 5:30p.m.

Nov. 23 Mount Forest Christmas Market Mount Forest & District Sports Complex 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Nov. 25 Shop Local Chamber ELF starts Weekly Draws & Prizes - Campaign Ends Dec. 20 Dec. 6 Santa photos at the Legion - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Mount Forest Lions Club Santa Claus Parade Theme: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree - 7:00 p.m.

Dec. 13 Moonlight Madness Walsh’s IDA - 6:00 PM – 9:00 pm A Christmas Cantata directed by Derek Moore and performed by the Mount Forest United Church choir and friends. Held at Mount Forest United Church 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 14 England Funeral Home Memorial Candlelight Service Held at Mount Forest United Church - 3:00 p.m.

RSVP by Dec. 4 - 519.323.2631 Dec. 22 A Christmas Cantata directed by Derek Moore St. Mary’s Catholic Church - 2:30 pm Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services Contact the many churches for service times Dec. 25 FREE LUNCH TD Smith Memorial Room - 1:00 p.m.

St. Mary’s of the Purification Church

Shop Local this season for a chance to win

Chamber Bucks! $1000 in Chamber Bucks will be given away!

Just fill in a ballot at participating stores for your chance to win!

Ladies night November 14 Gentlemens night December 13 Details can be found on the Mount Forest District Chamber of Commerce social media pages and by visiting www.mountforest.ca 519.323.4480

Superior Auto Centre

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(Valid December 1-31, 2019) Use Coupon Code:

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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Kevin DeBruyn

519.323.2070 | 42646 Grey Cty Rd 109, Mount Forest

Bringing the best to your table

holiday

with all of the trimmings

519.400.9755 183 George Street, Arthur

165 George St., Arthur | 519.848.3630 Mon-Sat 8-8 | Sunday 9-6

We Offer

• On site butcher • Deli counter • Desserts, meat, cheese and sandwich trays • Fresh store made salads

Creative Cafe

Delivered to your door or pick up by appointment

for all your scrapbook and crafting needs.

Join us for one of our many crafting workshops - classes in the Creative Studio.

Merry Christmas 198 Main St N., Mount Forest

Mention this ad & receive a FREE bag of kindling with every order!

youniquecountryretreat.com

519.848.6241

Mon. to Thurs. 10-5 Fri. 10-8 Sat. 10-5

John and Rachel Brubacher 7819 Sideroad 19, Arthur

519.334.3333

Give the gift that always fits Gift Certificates from Shoetopia

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Our gift to you: $10 off gift cards of $100 or more Offer valid until Dec. 24

235 Main St. S., Mount Forest 519.509.1834 mtf@shoetopia.ca

860 Tower St. S., Fergus 519.787.1834 fergus@shoetopia.ca

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157 Main St S · Mount Forest | 519.323.3482

Ladies Night in Mount Forest

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14

25-40% off

ALL IN STORE ACCESSORIES: BAMBOO TOWELS, ARTWORK, CLOCKS, MIRRORS

and all Christmas Decor Ladies ONLY SNEAK PEAK FOR BLACK FRIDAY PAINT SALE!

Many in store offers as well!

184 Main St N, Mount Forest 519.323.4611 www.plumesinteriors.ca

Hosting a Christmas party? extends a personal invitation to you, your family and friends to attend our annual Memorial Candlelight Service.

You’re in luck...

We Cater!

«Specialty Wraps «Locally Sourced Meat «Italian Inspired Meals This service is held in loving memory of those who have passed away and it is time for reflection to honour the lives that have graciously touched ours.

You are invited to attend the service on

Saturday, December 14 at 3 p.m.

Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest

360 Main St. N. Mount Forest

519.323.WRAP (9727)

RSVP by Dec. 4 to 519.323.2631 or 1.844.323.2631 info@englandfuneralhome.com Refreshments will be served following the service

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Independently Owned and Operated

YOUR ARTHUR & AREA

LOCAL REALTORS AUDREY DYCE PEACOCK ARTHUR

REBECCA HOSTRAWSER ARTHUR

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25TH ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW & SALE SUN. NOV. 24

Arthur Community Centre 9:00AM - 2:30PM FREE ADMISSION Over 85 Tables of Hand-Crafted Products

281 Main St S, Mount Forest

519.509.0884

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Watch for Our

Christmas Wishes...

GIFT GUIDE Coming November 8th &, Check In-store for our Many Events this Festive Season.

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10th Anniversar in Arthur

Be sure to Attend

Wednesday, November 13

Pharmacy

www.walshspharmacy.ca

Mount Forest 129 Main Street South Tel: 519-323-1221 Open Sundays

Barbershop

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Where every man gets the

Presidential Treatment Walk-ins Preferred

519.313.6471

hf1mountforest@gmail.com 129 Wellington St. E., Mount Forest

238 George St. Arthur 226.443.4300 www.theplumberswife.ca

Holidays

Shop local for your

Nothing puts you in the holiday spirit like the sight & smell of a freshly cut Christmas tr� from Bell’s Creek Tree Farm: Balsam & Fir Trees

Also check out more decoration and lighting options for all your holiday needs!

7580 First Line W. Garafraxa, ARTHUR 519.848.2444 | www.homehardware.ca

FROM OUR FAMILIES

TO YOURS

519-323-1140

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519-323-3022 519-323-3022

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“We Work Hard for You”

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Flooring

Gift Ideas

Mattress Area Rug Sofa Set A Puppy (Actually, we don t sell puppies but they sure are cute!)

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519-323-1331

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BOnus!

25% off

✄ Installations

when booked between Dec. 1st - 24th