One warm September evening, about two dozen people gathered in the upstairs room at The Hub: Art and Music in Smiths Falls. They had heard about the new group from friends or they saw an ad on Facebook about a brand-new adult choir called Sing Your Heart Out. “I joined this choir because I loved […]

Embrace the magic of the holiday season in Mississippi Mills December 1-3 with three days of  festive fun as we welcome Santa Claus for the entire weekend.   The ever-popular Light Up the Night wintry open-air concert returns on Friday, December 1.  Almonte’s Mill Street will close to vehicles and thousands will fill the downtown core […]

The first North Pole Express of the season rumbled into the station at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario this past Saturday. Santa Claus was there, Mrs. Claus was there, lots of busy volunteers and helpers were there hustling and bustling, but our old friend, the friendly if ever so slightly overactive polar bear, wasn’t. […]

During the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, Manager of Tourism and Economic Development Julia Crowder shared some festive updates.  December 1 will see the launch of the 2023 Merry & Bright program. “If you’re interested in finding some local Christmas presents we’re encouraging people to go downtown and take […]

Perth Tourism invites you to explore all that the town has to offer this holiday  season. Enjoy a weekend in Perth and take some time for yourself to unwind and indulge. With  over 20 events planned throughout November and December, the holiday spirit will be sure to  surround you while you stroll the streets and […]

The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved annual event, the 9th Annual North Pole Express. This enchanting holiday tradition promises to transport families to a world of wonder and magic, right in the heart of Smiths Falls.  All Aboard the North Pole Express!  The North Pole Express […]

“Every Holocaust survivor’s story is a love story…the love of life, family and freedom,”— this is the powerful message that students from North Grenville District High School heard from Andy Rèti. Rèti is a child survivor of the Holocaust and was a guest speaker at the school in late October to help provide some context […]

Perth, Ontario, is home to a number of beautiful old limestone buildings, dating back over 200 years. It’s not surprising that during this long history there have been many reports from residents, visitors, and employees of paranormal activity in the museum. Some claimed they heard unusual sounds, saw unexplained shadows, strange voices, thumping noises, or […]

Smiths Falls, Ontario – A remarkable journey of passion and dedication has led one individual to celebrate the history of the Hershey’s Chocolate Factory and the enduring legacy it left in Smiths Falls. Harrison Barconnor, a native of the Ottawa-Gatineau region, who has brought the town’s sweet memories back to life in a stunning 1:87 […]