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2020 COMMUNITY GUIDE
Discover why Minto is
where your family belongs
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P U B LI S H E R The Town of Minto
C O M M U N IT Y C H A M P I O N Taylor Keunen, Town of Minto
C O N TE N T & C R E ATI V E D I R E C TI O N
LOCAL LOVE
Heather Watterworth, Creative Worth Communications & Design Find our picks for downtown desinations in
P H OTO G R A P H Y Rabecca Witzke, RW Photography Clifford, Harriston, and Palmerston starting
C O N TR I B U TO R S Town of Minto Staff, Residents and Visitors on page 6!
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Somer Antonopolous, Minto Chamber of Commerce
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Irmgard Kuersten-Kirkorian, Innovative
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A N H O U R F R O M T H E C I T Y.
AN HOUR TO THE BEACH.
The Town of Minto is located in the north-western boundary
of Wellington County, and is composed of the former Towns
of Harriston and Palmerston, the former Village of Clifford and
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surrounding rural area of the former Minto Township.
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In Minto, you’re only an hour from the major centres of southern
Ontario – including Kitchener-Waterloo and Guelph – and
popular recreational areas along the eastern shore of Lake
Huron and southern Georgian Bay.
in M i n t o!
“As Mayor of the Town of Minto, I have the great
pleasure of leading our community and sharing
unparallelled stories of collaboration that continue
to make Minto a small town unlike any other.”
From our earliest history until today, the success of our Minto also boasts three arenas, two swimming pools,
Don’t take our word for it! V I S IT O U R W E B S ITE AT
Throughout this guide you’ll find photos from residents, TOW N . M I NTO.O N .C A !
community has been a product of the creativity and imagination numerous ball and soccer fields, and acres of parkland and
businesses, organizations, and visitors to give you an
of the people who came here to build a life for themselves and scenic walking trails that reflect our commitment to respect the The Town of Minto website provides in depth
unfiltered glimpse into life in Minto. Want to see more?
their families. A spirit of enterprise and innovation has been a key natural environment. information about the Town’s services, programs,
Check out #townofminto and #whereyourfamilybelongs
ingredient in building the vibrant rural community that Minto is Minto is also home to locally-grown and made goods that Council, by-laws, events and more!
on your favourite social media platform.
today. reflect our agriculatural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit.
Our unique identity as a community is a product of a proud Don’t miss unique farm markets including Reroot Organic Farm,
agricultural heritage, the history and contributions of those Steckle’s Flowers & Produce, Alpaca Time, R-Lil Golden Sweets
who settled in this place, and the sense of volunteerism and Maple Treats. Our one-of-a-kind Farmers’ Market in Palmerston
G E T S O C I A L W ITH U S !
commitment to community that has helped us achieve everything operates from the beginning of June until the end of August. And
that Minto is today. Our culture and heritage is the glue that our recently launched Makers’ Market in Harriston brings made- Follow the Town of Minto on Facebook, Twitter
connects old residents and new, our past and our future. in-Minto goods and artisans to Tannery Park during fairweather TH E M I NTO V I S I O N TH E M I NTO M I S S I O N Instagram, and LinkedIn for the updates and
Minto offers something for everyone, any time of year, and in months. A friendly, safe, affordable, Provide cost effective and information about programs, events and other
all seasons of their lives. Our lively event calendar is packed with In Minto, you’ll truly discover something for everyone. Escape family oriented rural responsive local government happenings.
initiatives and activities taking place throughout Minto all year from the chaos of daily city life and discover why Minto is where community built on a through superior customer
round. your family belongs! We can’t wait to welcome you. foundation of respect, service, internal stability and /TownOfMinto
Visiting our revitalized downtowns provides an unexpectedly volunteerism, and prosperous efficiency, and promoting
diverse cross-section of entertainment, shopping, history and business, and sustained responsible economic growth, @townofminto
food options – from the Grey-Wellington Theatre Guild and the by people who value healthy lifestyles, and @townofminto
Norgan Theatre, to antique shops and everyday essentials, M AYO R G E O R G E B R I D G E neighbourliness, fairness respect for the
museums, renovated libraries, and independent eateries that mix Town of Minto and inclusiveness. natural environment. /company/townofminto/
locally grown ingredients into their menus. town.minto.on.ca
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Well known for its restaurants and several
unique shopping destinations – including
our roots need to know
antiques, home decor, and a gallery – The village of Clifford was
founded around 1855 as Minto
Clifford is home to Wightman
Telecom. The Wightman family WHERE TO FIND
Clifford’s strong sense of community and Village. After the opening of
the post office in 1856, the
has owned and operated a
communication system in CLIFFORD
dedicated volunteer base make it standout settlement was renamed
Clifford by the first postmaster
Clifford since 1908, with a
telephone system that was
among other small communities. Francis Brown after Clifford originally operated out of a
in West Yorkshire, England. kitchen in Howick Township.
Clifford was incorporated The company is now involved
as a village in 1873. In 1999, heavily in high speed fibre-
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BBQ Bite (Seasonal)
33 Elora St. N., Clifford
519-327-2483
W E S T M E A D OW P R E S S & Clifford Takeout Pizza
W E S LE Y B ATE S G A LLE RY 29 Elora St. N., Clifford
Run by Wesley Bates, West Meadow Press is a small print 519-327-8600
shop featuring multiple letterpresses. Adjacent to the
Wesley Bates Gallery, it provides a street-side view of an Gramma Jo’s
artist at work. 3 Elora St. N., Clifford
519-327-4726
C LI F F O R D A N TI Q U E C L A S S I C TR U C K S H OW Jemstones Bar & Grill
The Clifford 10
Since its introduction Downtown
years ago, Revitalization
the Clifford Committee
Antique com- 47 Elora St. S., Clifford
missioned local artist Cliff Smith, whose
Classic Truck Show has grown and gained recognition as notable work 519-327-5367
the largestincludes a 14-piece
gathering mural
of classic on the
big rigs side of the
in Canada. SeeMount
full J O H N H O B E LM A N R OTA RY
Forest Legion,
event details on page 18! to create an eight-foot-by-eight-foot
C E NTE N N I A L PA R K
mural of the Clifford Grist Mill.
Home to a soccer field, baseball
diamond, and a covered pavilion W H E R E T O S TAY
The mural will be temporarily installed at the mill site Driftwood Beach Park Campground (Seasonal)
with an indoor storage/kitchen
in time for a special celebration on July 1, and will
remain there until after homecoming. FOLLOW area, this expansive green
space connects to Clifford trails,
RR #1, Clifford
519-327-8536 driftwoodbeachpark.ca
@CLIFFORDCONNECTS making it the perfect place to
Pike Lake Golf & Country Club Resort
stretch your legs.
Following the event, the mural will be permanently
located at 2 Elora St. N. in Clifford on the building of
O N I N S TA G R A M RR #3, Clifford
519-3278-3010 pikelake.ca
Lisa Calzonetti and Ken Morris. FOR COMMUNITY R O O S TE R ’ S P E R C H A NT I Q U E S
HIGHLIGHTS AND Rooster’s Perch Antiques is an antique and collectible shop in
downtown Clifford. A wide variety of furnishings, glassware,
Ron’s Campsite Inc. (Seasonal)
RR #1, Clifford
EVENTS INFO! china, clocks, toys, games and memorabilia can be found there.
519-327-8654 ronscampsiteinc.com
Harriston Rising is a grass roots, community led movement
to revitalize downtown Harriston! From businesses,
need to know
residents and service clubs, to local talent and the Town of WHERE TO FIND
Minto, this is truly a community led movement! Our goal HARRISTON
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makers and artisans alongside live music. The Makers’ Market
happens the 3rd Thursday of the month from June to October,
hot spots
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weather-permitting. If you create local, handmade goods, become
a vendor by contacting taylor@town.minto.on.ca
CO O L CO N E S C R AW L
A nod to York Ice Cream production in Harriston, the self-guided
W H E R E T O E AT
Cedar Rail Drive-in New Orleans
“Cool Cones” Crawl features three dimensional metal ice cream
Restaurant (Seasonal) Pizza & Submarine
cone sculptures that have been topped with the art and craftwork
200 Elora St. N., Harriston 94 Elora St. S., Harriston
of ten artists, creating unique works of art throughout the
519-338-2540 519-338-5800
downtown core. What could be cooler?
Harriston Bakery Pike Lake Clubhouse
22 Elora St S., Harriston (Seasonal)
519-338-2300 Pike Lake (5 minutes east
of Harriston on Hwy. 89)
Harry Stone’s 519-338-3010
Social House pikelake.com
19 Elora St S., Harriston
519-338-3300 Red Caboose (Seasonal)
5973 Wellington County
Lucky Restaurant Rd. 109, Harriston
(Chinese Food) 519-338-2400
116 Elora St. S., Harriston
519-338-5366 Tim Hortons
182 Elora St. N., Harriston
Magic Ice Cream Shoppe 519-338-1128
25 Elora St S, Harriston
519-604-4935
W H E R E T O S TAY
FOLLOW Bev’s Bed & Breakfast
Fire #6765, Highway 89
Meiklejohn House B&B
116 Arthur St., Harriston
@HARRISTONRISING RR#4, Mount Forest
519-323-2097
519-338-2671
meiklejohnhouse.ca
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Pike Lake Golf View Glass Ward Bed &
Murals, public art and seasonal selfie spots are ripe for the
picking in downtown Harriston! You’ll find brightly coloured
FOR COMMUNITY Motel Breakfast
backdrops throughout the community to strike your best pose. HIGHLIGHTS AND Pike Lake (5 minutes east
of Harriston on Hwy. 89)
5180 Line 13, Harriston
519-327-4541
Add the #harristonrising hashtag to your post to be featured!
EVENTS INFO! 519-338-3010
pikelake.com
bbcanada.com/14327.html
At the junction of fascinating history and vibrant
community spirit, Palmerston honours its railway need to know
heritage in creative and collaborative ways - here are WHERE TO FIND
just a few of the downtown destinations that make us PA LM E RSTO N
say #AllAboardPalmerston!
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Bombay Hub Pizza Pizza
212 Main St., Palmerston 5928 Main St. W.,
647-631-6122 Palmerston
519-343-2220
Fresh Start Bakery
107 William St., Small Town Pizza
Palmerston 135 Main St. W.,
(519) 417-1212 Palmerston
519-343-2500
Grandpa Scott’s Diner
185 Main St. W., Subway
Palmerston 405 Main St. E.,
519-343-4869 Palmerston
519-343-5789
Kulfi Café
212 Main St., Palmerston Tim Hortons
519-417-4335 535 Main St. W.,
Palmerston
Minto Shawarma 519-343-3223
IT A LL H A P P E N S AT TH E S TATI O N ! 405 Main St. E.,
Whether you’re a railway afionado or a first-time passenger, visiting the Palmerston
Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum is an immersion in all things railway – 519-343-3200
from historical artifacts to handcar rides. The museum is housed inside the
original station building, which is is surrounded by the stunning Palmerston Lions
Heritage Park, including Ontario’s only pedestrian train bridge. Visit on a summer
Saturday morning, and pick up local produce at the Minto Farmers’ Market. W H E R E T O S TAY
King Hotel
120 King St., Palmerston
519-343-3906
FO LLOW @A LL A BOA R D PA LM E RSTO N kinghotelbookings@gmail.com
O N I N S TA G R A M F O R C O M M U N I T Y Magnuson Hotel: VOW
9151 Highway 23, Listowel
HIGHLIGHTS AND EVENTS INFO! 519-417-5000
magnusonhotels.com
where your event belongs
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Think Minto’s communities are just sleepy small-towns?
Our jam-packed event calendar begs to differ!
APRIL
L A D I E S O F AG PR E - S E E D I N G N I G HT O UT
April 3
Palmerston Community Centre
No matter the time of year, there’s always Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for social
something happening here! Contact: Palmerston Agricultural Society, palmerstonfair.ca
Save the date for this “heels and boots” ladies only event in
support of the Palmerston Agricultural Society. Enjoy social time
with appetizers, medium reading by Journey Healers, and a
dance! Age of majority, all women welcome. Tickets available at
Palmerston Home Hardware, What’s the Occasion?, and Teenie
new events! H O S TI N G A N E V E NT I N M I NTO?
Tiny Tots Children’s Shop.
N O R TH E R N W E LLI N G TO N YO UTH CO N N E C TI O N S
Watch for fun new community events brought to you by April 28, Mount Forest Sports Complex
Help make it a success by reaching a bigger audience. M A PLE W E E K E N D AT R - LI L G O LD E N TR E AT S
the Harriston Rising, All Aboard Palmerston, and Add it to our online event calendar at Contact: Taylor Keunen, taylor@town.minto.on.ca
M A PLE S W E E T S 519-338-2511 ext. 242
Clifford Connects downtown revitalization groups! town.minto.on.ca and tag us on Facebook! April 4 - 5
instagram.com/north4youth
8936 Wellington Road 5 (Whites Road)
They’re marked throughout this guide with these icons: Contact: Ron & Lillian Grubb, 519-343-2973
Bridging the gap between youth and the community through
hosting an annual forum for local students which includes a
Visit R-Lil’s sugar shack during Ontario’s Maple Weekend to see
keynote speaker, energizing activities, breakout sessions and
how maple syrup is produced right here in Minto. Maple syrup
more to help empower our local youth!
MARCH samples with Aebelskiver (round pancake balls) and sausage will
be available. Maple syrup, maple butter, maple leaf candy and
maple leaf lollipops will also be available to purchase.
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G R E AT B OW L S O F F I R E CO M M U N IT Y AC H I E V E M E NT AWA R D S
Ladies and gentlemen, April 30
start your crockpots! FA R M E R S’ PR E - S E E D I N G B B Q Harriston Legion
Follow these accounts on Instagram for more details! This chili cook-off is April 17, Palmerston Community Centre
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
sure to ignite local Contact: Palmerston Agricultural Society, palmerstonfair.ca
Contact: Minto Chamber of Commerce, mintochamber.on.ca
For a complete listing of For more information debate over who
spiced it best. This is one of the premier events of the year in the Palmerston
events taking place in Minto, on Minto events and Now in its 11th year, this annual community celebration honours
region. Attended by nearly 500 people per year, the well-known
visit our event calendar destinations, visit our Minto businesses, organizations, and individuals that are going
March 6 “Farmers Stag” kicks off the season. Enjoy a delicious steak
at town.minto.on.ca, tourism kiosk at LaunchIt, above and beyond to make Minto better. All are welcome to the
Harriston Legion dinner, followed by a live auction with some fantastic donated
treasuresofminto.ca or 1 Elora St. N. Unit 4 event, which includes dinner and the awards presentation! Grade
6:30 p.m. start items.
our Facebook page. Harriston, ON, N0G 1Z0. nine students welcome to attend!
HarristonRising.ca
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the short list
Your clip-and-save list of all the events hap-
pening in Minto in 2020.
MARCH
6: Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-Off (H)
M AY APRIL
3: Ladies of Ag Pre-Seeding Night Out (P)
N E WCO M E R S’ W E LCO M E R E C E P TI O N S 3: Clifford Firefighters Spaghtti Supper (C)
• Clifford: May 5, Clifford Community Hall 6/7: Maple Weekend (P)
• Harriston: June 17, Tannery Park 17: Farmers’ Pre-Seeding BBQ (P)
• Palmerston: September 10, Lions’ Heritage Park 30: Minto Chamber of Commerce Community Achievement
Awards (H)
Pavillion
Contact: Belinda Wick-Graham, Town of Minto M AY
519-338-2511 ext. 241 5: Clifford Newcomers’ Event (C)
30: Spring Rural Romp (Locations across Minto)
New to Minto? We want to welcome you! Join us for
JUNE
this casual gathering of new friends to learn about 6: Harriston Firefighters Pancake Breakfast (H)
resident services, amenities, programs, and more 6: Harriston Horticultural Society Garden Festival (H)
available in the Town of Minto, and to pick up your 6: Clifford Street Celebration & Dance (C)
welcome package! 6: Minto Farmers’ Market Season Opening (P)
13: Pride in the Park (P)
20: Firehall Kidz (H)
20: Palmerston Raleway Festival (P)
20: Party in the Park (P)
• A P R I L 2 0: Big Film Fest Screening:
S PR I N G R U R A L RO M P
And the Birds Rained Down, Norgan J U LY
spring arts
Saturday, May 30
Theatre, Palmerston • M AY 2 0: Big Film Fest Screening:
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
3/4: Clifford Antique & Classic Truck Show (C)
• A P R I L 2 6 - 2 8 / M AY 2 - 4: Official Secrets, Norgan Theatre,
Download your Spring Rural Romp passport at tastereal.ca.
16: Makers’ Market (H)
& culture
Five Alarm, Grey-Wellington Theatre Palmerston AU G U S T
Guild Production, Harriston Town • M AY 3 0: 20th Annual Starlight
Farms, markets, gardens, and places to stay in Minto, Mapleton and 1: Harriston Town Garage Sale (H)
Hall Theatre Gala Benefitting the Palmerston and 6: Mayor’s 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament (H)
happenings
Wellington North will open their doors to the public to offer self-
• M AY 7 - J U N E 1 : Minto Arts District Hospital (Drayton)
guided tours. Enjoy this self-guided tour with educational activities,
8: Harriston Street Party & Savour in the Street (H)
9: Sundaes on Sunday (H)
Council Juried Art Exhibition
workshops and more. Spend the day in the countryside meeting 20: Makers’ Market (H)
(3rd Floor, Harriston Library)
your local farmers and enjoying the first tastes of spring! 21-23: Palmerston Fall Fair (P)
SEPTEMBER
10: Palmerston Newcomers Event (P)
Realtors © That Work Hard For You Gray's Auction
18-20: Harriston-Minto Fall Fair (H)
25-27: Culture Days (Minto)
service inc.
26: Tiny Trains & Treats (P)
O C TO B E R
Industrial • Farm 9: Live2Lead (P)
Appraisals • Household
23: Harriston Halloween Haunt (H)
25: Palmerston Firefighters Pancake Breakfast (P)
N OV E M B E R
18: Harriston Ladies’ Night (H)
20: Light Up the Park (P)
Bill Nelson*** Brett Parker** Drew Nelson** 21: Harriston Santa Claus Parade (H)
25: Holiday Hustle (P)
Mount Forest • 519-323-3022 Gray's Liquidation Centre
28: Light Up the Street & Clifford Santa Claus Parade (C)
www.coldwellbanker.ca Open Friday 10am - 6pm
DECEMBER
5: Clifford Firefighters Curling Bonspiel (C)
Saturday 9am - 4pm
win@coldwellbankerwinrealty.ca Furniture • Household Items • Appliances • Clothing • 5: Palmerston Santa Claus Parade (P)
Toiletries Toys & Much, much more! New Items Weekly 12: Harriston Shines (H)
Each office is independently Owned and Operated 25: Community Christmas Dinner
Sharon Wenger* Brian Padfield* Jessica McFarlane*
519-338-3722 • www.graysauction.ca 31: Fire & Ice New Year’s Eve Celebration (P)
***Broker of Record **Broker *Sales Representative 1 mile West of Harriston Corner of Highways 23 & 87
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M I NTO PR I D E
I N TH E PA R K
Saturday, June 13
Lions’ Heritage Park, Palmerston
facebook.com/mintopride
instagram.com/mintopride
This family-friendly event is a
celebration of diversity and
SUMMER inclusion in our rural communities.
S AT U R DAY S Decorate yourself, your bike or
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W H E R E I T ’ S AT !
your pet and join us for a Pride March through the park.
Watch for full details online closer to the event.
WA S H F O R A W I S H
Saturday, June 13, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
JUNE Krown Palmerston, 450 Main St W., Palmerston
$10 per car wash
1 9 T H A N N UA L G A R D E N Contact: Cheryl Donkersgoed, 519-343-5300
F E S TI VA L
Saturday, June 6 / 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. You can help make a child’s dream come true by getting your car
Harriston-Minto Community Complex washed at any Krown location. All proceeds go to The Children’s
(Pavilion Area) Wish Foundation of Canada. Stay tuned for full details!
111 George St. S., Harriston
Free Admission PA LM E R S TO N R A LE WAY F E S T
C LI F F O R D S TR E E T F I R E H A LL K I DZ Saturday, June 20
Contact: Harriston Horticultural Society
C E LE B R ATI O N Saturday, June 20, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. palmerstonrailwaymuseum.ca
Saturday, June 6, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Harriston Contact: Taylor Keunen, Town of Minto
Join us for the largest Garden Festival
Street Dance: 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Contact: Callise Loos, 519-343-5300 519-338-2511 ext. 242
in the area. Local growers, artisans and
Downtown Clifford mintofiredept.com
garden inspired products will be on
site, as well as new plant introductions. facebook.com/mintofire Join us for some ales ont he rails at the Palmerston Railway
Join us for a day of community instagram.com/mintofire Heritage Museum! Enjoy local food and beverages!
The Harriston Horticultural Society will
celebration, and a public art unveiling at Look for the event on Facebook for complete details!
have their donated plant table filled with
10:00 a.m. Stay tuned for full details! Stay tuned for event details this spring!
bargain priced plants. There will also be a
great raffle and a food booth.
PA R T Y I N TH E PA R K
Saturday, June 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Norsco Sports “A pleasant drive Wylie Insurance
Palmerston Lions Heritage Park
Full details at norgantheatre.com
& Stitching from anywhere“
Brokers, Ltd. Enjoy an evening concert in the
park with all proceeds benefitting
the Palmerston Lions Club, the
EMBROIDERY • TEAMWEAR • UNIFORMS
TROPHIES AND ENGRAVING Harriston - 73 Elora Street Home • Auto • Commercial Norgan Theatre and overall community
&
improvement.
Bus: 519-338-2310 Farm • Life • Investments
Toll Free: 1-800-997-2310
TIM WYLIE, CIP
What’s the Occasion? Walkerton - Highway 9 South
Bus: 519-881-1506 STEPHEN WYLIE, CIP
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Contact: LaunchIt Business Exploration Centre, 519-510-7400
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Live2Lead is a half-day leadership development conference
designed to equip attendees with new perspectives, practical tools
and key takeaways. The live conference is simulcast to the Norgan
Theatre. Watch for details on speakers and ticket information! The Town offers numerous halls and auditoriums for special
occasions, events, meetings and other functions.
All facility rentals include tables and chairs set up to your
liking, as well as portable stages and audio equipment
that can be made available. We have a sufficient number
of rectangular and round tables available for use at no
additional charge.
Find detailed information on our facilities on our webpage:
http://town.minto.on.ca/departments/recreation/facilities-
parks
O N LI N E B O O K I N G F O R
FAC I LIT I E S & I C E PA D S
The Town of Minto now offers
SEPTEMBER online booking for all facilities
and ice pads. Whether it’s the
Norgan Theatre for a birthday
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party, a community centre for a
FA LL FA I R : “ F L A N N E L S H I R T S & D E N I M S K I R T S” 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
wedding reception, or a private
September 18 - 20 skating party at one of Minto’s ice
Palmerston Railway Museum
Harriston-Minto Community Complex pads, the online scheduler allows
facebook.com/allaboardpalmerston
Presented by the Harriston–Minto Agricultural Society you to view availability and schedule
Contact: info@harristonmintofair.ca your rental. Visit the Town of Minto
Special activities, giveaways and treats available at participating
harristonmintofair.ca website to submit a booking request:
downtown businesses! Have your train ticket stamped at all
facebook.com/harriston-mintofair H A LLOW E E N H AU NT town.minto.on.ca
participating businesses to be entered
to win great railway themed prizes! Friday, October 23
Get full event details at harristonmintofair.ca! Downtown Harriston
ACC E S S I B I LIT Y LOT TE RY LI C E N S E
harristonrising.ca The Alcohol and Gaming
The Town strives to
J O U R N E Y F O R JA S PE R facebook.com/harristonrising Commission requires
C U LTU R E DAYS exceed requirements
September 26 instagram.com/harristonrising organizations wishing to
September 25, 26, 27 under the Accessibility
Contact: Amy Habermehl run bingo games, raffles
Various Locations in Minto Act. Improvements to
519-343-2764 Save the date for a spooktacular evening! Dress up in your best or break open tickets to
treasuresofminto.ca reduce barriers are
costume and hike downtown for tricks + treats for all ages at apply for a licence in the
ongoing. For more
Now in its 5th year, participating businesses and spooky activities! municipality where the
The national annual event invites everyone to explore, discover information, contact
this 5 km walk, run, and event is to be held. For
and participate in arts and culture through free, hands-on, Matthew Lubbers at 519-
stroll raises funds for MPS more information, contact
interactive activities that allow you to participate “behind 338-2511 ext. 240, or email
VI research, and to support Matthew Lubbers at
the scenes”— and to discover the world of artists, creators, matt@town.minto.on.ca.
families’ access to these 519-338-2511 ext. 240,
historians, architects, curators, and designers at work in your
treatments. Fun games or email
community. Stay tuned for more details later this year!
and activities along the way, matt@town.minto.on.ca.
followed by lunch. Watch for full
details and online registration.
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Saturday, November 28
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Venues throughout downtown Clifford
Contact: Economic Development, 519-338-2511
Join us to Light up the Street in downtown Clifford with family-friendly festivities
happening at businesses and venues throughout the evening, followed by
the Santa Claus Parade at 7:00 p.m.!
S A N TA C L A U S
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Meet him at any of these parades.
H A R R I S TO N : Saturday, November 21 - 7:00 p.m. DECEMBER
C LI F F O R D: Saturday, November 28 - 7:00 p.m.
H A R R I S TO N S H I N E S
Saturday, December 12
PA LM E R S TO N: Saturday, December 5 - 7:00 p.m.
Downtown Harriston
Contact: HarristonRising.ca
facebook.com/harristonrising
instagram.com/harristonrising
Show off your holiday decorating talents by entering your house,
your business, or your street to win prizes and bragging rights
during this fun celebration of the season! Watch for registration
NOVEMBER details and online voting closer to the event.
H A R R I S TO N L A D I E S’ N I G HT CO M M U N IT Y C H R I S TM A S D I N N E R
Wednesday, November 18 Friday, December 25, 1:00 p.m.
4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Location to be announced
Businesses throughout Contact: Jean Anderson, 519-505-5914, jeanurse1@gmail.com
downtown Harriston
Come and join us for a time of fellowship and a traditional turkey
Black Friday has nothing on this dinner hosted by local residents Dave and Jean Anderson.
shop-local ladies’ night! Head downtown All are welcome, there is no charge to attend and the event
to take advantage of special deals and is not a fundraiser. Rides are available for those who need
sweet treats at local businesses during transportation. To donate food, provide transportation, or
this annual night of shopping. Plus, volunteer at the event, please contact Jean Anderson.
don’t miss the pop-up store at LaunchIt
featuring local artisans, makers, and
vendors. Watch the event page on M I NTO F I R E & I C E
LI G HT U P TH E PA R K H O LI DAY H U S TLE
Facebook for more details and info on FA M I LY N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E PA R T Y
Friday, November 20 L A D I E S’ S H O PP I N G N I G HT
particiants. Ring in the new year at this community event with activities and
7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 25
Palmerston Lions Heritage Park 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. entertainment the whole family will love! Full event details to be
Businesses throughout announced – watch for the Facebook event!
Join us to ‘light up’ the Palmerston Lion’s downtown Palmerston
Heritage Park! Railway-themed activities, Thursday, December 31
DON’T MISS THE hot chocolate, and snacks to follow at the Grab the girls and head downtown 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
POP-UP STORE Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum. Palmerston to get hustlin’ for the Fireworks at 8:00 p.m.
AT LAUNCHIT!!
holidays! You’ll discover great deals, Palmerston Arena
• BBQ: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. sweet treats, and bubbly! Contact: Economic Development, 519-338-2511
• Lighting: 7:00 p.m.
• Activities: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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From live theatre to latest film releases, unique art 2 02 0 B I G F I LM F E S T DATE S
exhibits and one-of-a-kind experiences, there’s no Join us on the 3rd Monday of each • March 16: Once Were Brothers:
month at 7:15 p.m. for a selection of Robbie Robertson and The Band
reason to look elsewhere for entertainment – independent, foreign and critically- • April 20: And the Birds
there’s always something to see and do in Minto! acclaimed films from the TIFF Film Rained Down
Circuit. Learn more about Big Film • May 11: Official Secrets
Fest and see movie trailers at
norgantheatre.com!
ART
M I NTO A R T S G A LLE RY TH E C R OW N H A R R I S TO N
The Minto Arts Gallery is operated by the ( TH E ATR E & C U LTU R A L C E NTR E )
Minto Arts Council, and located on the 23 Elora Street South, Harriston, ON
3rd floor of the historic Harriston Public (519) 604-4935
Library. The Arts Council is committed to thecrownharriston.com
using the Gallery to showcase local and facebook.com/thecrowntheater
distant artistic talent collections. Visit 2020 exhibits & events
mintoartscouncil.ca for information on • January 9 – 31: Norwell District Built in 1949 as a cinema, The Crown closed its doors in the late
upcoming events, exhibits and artist Secondary School Student Show 1970s to become a church, and was reopend as a Cultural Centre in
talks. • February 6 – 29: Dixi Leroux 2016.
• March 5 – 28: Dana Savard
LOV E T H E A R T S ? 88 Mill Street, Harriston, ON • April 2 – 25: “Changing Face of Equipped with a new movie projector and surround sound system,
The Minto Arts Council (3rd Floor, Harriston Carnegie Library) Photography”- Mark Robinson, the building maintains many original features. With a capacity of
welcomes new volunteers to our
mintoartscouncil.ca Pete Daize, Gary Moon 220 authentic original seats, the auditorium features a screen, and a
exhibition committee, gallery staff,
and Christmas silent auction crew! facebook.com/mintoartscouncil • May 7 – 30: Juried Art Show 16’ x 24’ stage with overhead lights.
Visit mintoartscouncil.ca instagram.com/mintoartscouncil • June 4 – 27: Elementary H OT TI C K E T !
to get in touch with our
Student Art Show The Crown features regular showings of classic films, burlesque and The Crown’s annual
volunteer coordinator!
Hours: • July & August: Harriston drag shows, and an annual Rocky Horror Picture Show live event
Rocky Horror Picture Show
live event will celebrate its
• Closed Sunday & Monday Historical Society Exhibit that make it a destination for edgy entertainment in Minto. 5th annual event this October!
• Tuesday: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • September 3 – 26: “Left, Right Watch The Crown’s
• Wednesday: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. and and Centre”: Ken Thornburn and Space is available for performances, and public and private events,
social media for tickets
and details!
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Friends such as (birthday) parties, weddings, meetings, showings and
• Thursday: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • October 8 – 31: “Square Foot presentations. Call or email us for more information and bookings.
• Friday: 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. Show 2”: Kitchener Artists
• Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • November 5 – December 3:
Christmas Silent Auction
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LIVE MUSIC
TH E B A S E M E NT C A F E
88 Mill Street, Harriston
GUITAR REPAIR
(Basement, Harriston Carnegie Library)
Contact: Gordon Duff
519-338-2497
FULL SERVICE STRINGED INSTRUMENT REPAIR
Held in an intimate setting, These concerts offer an
the Basement Café Concert opportunity for the audience Complete Setups / Fret Replacement / Refinishing
Series is a coffeehouse-style to experience an “up close Handcrafted Custom Nut, Saddle & Bridge Installs
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M I NTO I S A FO O D I E ’ S PA R A D I S E !
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reroot farm, located just outside of
Harriston, is a 70-acre farm producing
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pork and chicken; grass-fed beef and
lamb; free-range eggs; and raw honey.
In addition to the seasonal Minto and
Elora Farmers’ markets, reroot also
H E N C E F O R T H FA R M sells their produce from the farm store
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info@henceforthfarm.ca (CSA) Program. Check out their website
facebook.com/henceforthfarm reroot.ca for more details on products
From certified organic produce and homestyle baking instagram.com/henceforthfarm and farm events!
to pure Ontario maple syrup and the tastiest meats for
Henceforth Farm is two first-generation
your BBQ, these farms and markets are home to all the farmers who are passionate about grow-
makings of a delicious made-in-Minto meal. ing fresh, high quality organic produce R - LI L G O LD E N TR E AT S
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MINTO FARMERS’ MARKET wholesale. As new farmers, Henceforth
Railway Heritage Museum, 166 William St., Palmerston Farm is being hosted in Harriston, ON, Ontario pure maple syrup and maple syrup products are produced right here in Minto at
Open Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. nestled between the garden rows and R-Lil’s Golden Treats Maple Sweets sugar shack. Maple syrup, maple butter, maple candy
Market season runs June 6 - September 26 grazing pastures of Reroot Organic Farm, and many other maple products are available year round. Wedding favours, appreciation
Contact: Taylor Keunen, 519-338-2511, taylor@town.minto.on.ca and stewarding the land in full recogni- gifts and fundraising items also available. Visit during Ontario’s Maple Weekend to tour
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preserves, spices, plants and unique artisan products. Visit mintofarmersmarkets.ca for Open Monday to Saturday, May to October, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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5857 Highway 89, 1 km outside of Harriston
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doing a good deed by supporting Minto’s local farmers’ • J U N E 2 7: Strawberry Social Beautify your outdoor living areas with plants grown at Steckle’s Produce & Flowers
market! All ages welcome. • J U LY 4: Library Day garden centre. Visit their farm market and experience the benefits of family farm fresh
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• Registration starts at 7:30 p.m.Trivia from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
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Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m
Sunday Closed
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Harriston Packing Co. is a family-
owned butcher shop, fresh
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519-327-4566 or deb@alpacatime.ca Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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We complement them with hats, headbands, mittens, gloves, Known to many a cottage-bound traveller, Homestyle Flavours is
alpaca/wool blend insoles and other felted products we make as packed with Mennonite-made breads, pies, cookies, butter tarts,
well. Our alpaca yarns, rovings and raw fibre will make all fibre pastries, jams and more. Sample the diverse selection of deli
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