I Found It in Almonte

Wed, Sep 15, 2021 - Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Fibrefest - Virtual Edition
online

Sept 9, 15, 16, 19, 21, 27. Take part in online workshops, watch virtual demonstrations, and support your favorite fibre artists all while supporting the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. See almontefibrefest.ca for more info, including several demonstration videos. See ticketsplease.ca to register for online workshops.

Sun, Sep 19, 2021

Fibrefest - Virtual Edition
online

Sept 9, 15, 16, 19, 21, 27. Take part in online workshops, watch virtual demonstrations, and support your favorite fibre artists all while supporting the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. See almontefibrefest.ca for more info, including several demonstration videos. See ticketsplease.ca to register for online workshops.

Tue, Sep 21, 2021 - Mon, Sep 27, 2021

each Mon Tue

Fibrefest - Virtual Edition
online

Sept 9, 15, 16, 19, 21, 27. Take part in online workshops, watch virtual demonstrations, and support your favorite fibre artists all while supporting the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. See almontefibrefest.ca for more info, including several demonstration videos. See ticketsplease.ca to register for online workshops.

Wed, Sep 15, 2021

9:00pm

Mississippi Mills
at a Glance
John Levi Community Centre

A 1-stop evg to learn about & register for all your fall & winter activites (kids, adults, seniors). With covid protocols, of course.

Sat, Oct 9, 2021 - Sun, Oct 10, 2021

5:00pm

Mississippi Mills Art Romp
Almonte-Clayton-Pakenham

Crown & Pumpkin, Art in the Attic, and Maple Run have combined their efforts in the tour to end all tours!

Tue, Mar 1, 2022 - Sat, Apr 30, 2022

Exhibit: Put a Lid on it
Almonte Potters Guild

A window display of covered jars.

Tue, May 10, 2022

Travelogue: Tanzania
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

w/Dan Pearlman & Jane Ellens. Maasai on a motorcycle. Register: form.jotform.com/221087009177253. Masks appreciated.

Cost: Free

Sat, May 21, 2022 - Sat, Oct 15, 2022

each Sat
12:30PM

Almonte Farmers' Market
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Organically-grown produce & flowers, plus organically-raised pork & beef. Local honey & maple syrup, preserves, sourdough breads & other baked goods, Back 40 sheep’s cheese, natural body care, herbal remedies, women’s clothing, macramé, woodwork, blade/knife-sharpening. The Master Gardeners will answer your gardening questions every other week.

Sat, Jun 18, 2022

11am

Legion Breakfast
Almonte Legion

Bring your family and friends to enjoy a good meal at the Legion. Adults $11, ages 7-12 $5, under 6 free! Masks appreciated.

Cost: $11/$5

Wed, Jun 8, 2022 - Sat, Jun 11, 2022

ADHS: Noises Off!
Almonte & District High School

Jun 8-11, 7:30pm; Jun 12 2pm. Cappie-award-winning Almonte & District High School Drama Club. Tickets: $20 at onstagedirect.com and at the main office of ADHS.

Cost: $20 at onstagedirect.com

Sun, Jun 12, 2022

ADHS: Noises Off!
Almonte & District High School

Jun 8-11, 7:30pm; Jun 12 2pm. Cappie-award-winning Almonte & District High School Drama Club. Tickets: $20 at onstagedirect.com and at the main office of ADHS.

Cost: $20 at onstagedirect.com

Tue, Aug 9, 2022

Book Launch: The Castleton Massacre
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Authors Sharon Anne Cook & Margaret Carson discuss the horrific true story of a former minister who killed every woman in his family but one over the course of one blood-spattered evening in 1963. What led to this act of femicide and why were his victims forgotten?

Sat, Sep 10, 2022 - Sun, Sep 11, 2022

5pm Sat, 4pm Sun

Fibrefest
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Sep 10 (10am-5pm), Sep 11 (10am-4pm). Vendors, demos, workshops (online & in-person, from Thu-Sun). See almontefibrefest.ca for more info & TicketsPlease for tickets for the festival plus individual workshops.

Cost: $7/day

Wed, Sep 14, 2022

9:00pm

Mississippi Mills at a Glance
John Levi Community Centre

A 1-stop evg to learn about & register for all your fall & winter activites (kids, adults, seniors).

Sat, Oct 8, 2022 - Sun, Oct 9, 2022

5:00pm

Mississippi Mills Art Romp
Almonte-Clayton-Pakenham

Over 50 artists & artisans from the Crown and Pumpkin and Maple Run Studio Tours will offer an extensive range of art, craft, design, fine food and beverages, at 13 stops all set in the glory of Almonte, Clayton & Pakenham. Whether you are looking for a scenic drive to interesting places, a special gift, a personal treasure or a taste experience, this event truly offers something for everyone. NOTE: as cell & internet access can be tricky in rural areas, better bring some cash or cheques! Find info at crownandpumpkin.com and mapleruntour.ca.

Wed, Nov 16, 2022

Travelogue: Haida Gwaii
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

with Alicia Salyi.

Cost: Free

Wed, Dec 7, 2022

Travelogue: Mighty St Lawrence
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

(including Isle of the Madeleine) with Sherryl Smith.

Cost: Free

Wed, Jan 18, 2023

Travelogue: Costa Rica
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

with Allan Goddard.

Cost: Free

Wed, Feb 15, 2023

Travelogue: Hawaii
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

with Elizabeth Venditti.

Cost: Free

Wed, Mar 15, 2023

Travelogue: Cycling in England
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

with Les Humphreys.

Cost: Free

Wed, Apr 19, 2023

Travelogue: Daily Life in Iran
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

with Warren Thorngate.

Cost: Free

Sat, Nov 5, 2022

12pm

Kids' Comic Workshop & Book Launch
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

The illustrator, Clayton Hanmer, presents the new book The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers – a tour of your useless parts, flaws and other weird bits. This illustrated tour of our "leftover" body parts (like the appendix, or even goosebumps) introduces readers to the bizarre and fascinating science of evolution. The event is for ages 7-14 and their families. FREE, but please register at 613-256-1037 or missmillslibrary.com.

Cost: Free

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Book: When We Lost Our Heads
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Author Heather O’Neill discusses her new novel, When We Lost Our Heads. O’Neill's earlier books include The Girl Who Was Saturday Night, Lullabies for Little Criminals, & more. FREE, but please register – 613-256-1037 or missmillslibrary.com.

Cost: Free

Sat, Nov 12, 2022

1:00pm

Book Launch: A Cold Edge of Heaven
Mill Street Books

Meet Whit Fraser - journalist, author, & Vice-Regal Consort of Governor General Mary Simon - at this book launch & signing. Set in 1924 at a desolate police outpost on Devon Island in Canada’s far north, this is a story of murder, mystery, and love—intensified by a clash of cultures between Inuit guides and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers who live and work alongside them.

Cost: Free

Sat, Nov 19, 2022

1:00pm

Book Launch: Big Men Fear Me
Mill Street Books

Meet Mark Bourrie - lawyer & author - at this book launch & signing. Big Men Fear Me - The fast life and quick death of Canada's Most Powerful Media Tycoon is the remarkable true story of the rise & fall of one of N. America's most influential yet unknown publishers and aspirational politicians, George McCullagh.

Cost: Free

Sat, Nov 19, 2022

6:00pm

Coins & Strings
Alliance Coin & Banknote

Live music, special coins at annual Winter Open House.

Wed, Mar 1, 2023

7:45pm

Author Rick Prashaw
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Meet the author of Father Rick, Roamin' Catholic (memoir of life as a priest & proud dad to his trans son) and Soar, Adam, Soar (Adam's story from coming out as a lesbian and then as a man, written with his son) at the Almonte Library. You can find more info at rickprashaw.com or find his books at Mill Street Books in Almonte.

Thu, May 4, 2017

6-9:30pm

For a Taste of the County
Almonte Civitan Club

Food, wine & beer tasting gala. Tickets $10 at Mill St Books, then tastings cost $1-6 each, so you can sample various appetizers, main courses, desserts.

Sat, Oct 7, 2023 - Sun, Oct 8, 2023

4:00pm

Crown & Pumpkin Studio Tour
Town of Mississippi Mills

Self-guided tour of artists' studios in Almonte, Clayton and Pakenham.

Wed, Sep 13, 2023

9:00pm

Mississippi Mills at a Glance
John Levi Community Centre

Learn about & register for all your fall & winter activites (kids, adults, seniors).

Sun, Dec 10, 2023

Sing We Now of Christmas
part of The Valley Voices
Almonte United Church

Christmas concert of seasonal choral music. $15 from Baker Bob's or at the door.

Sat, Dec 9, 2023

3:00pm

Christmas Pottery Sale
Almonte Potters Guild

Functional and beautiful works by local potters

Wed, May 3, 2017

1-4pm

Hike For Hub Hospice
Mill of Kintail Conservation Area

Young and old get pledges and walk the 2K or 5K trails. All funds raised go to Hub Hospice. Registration is 1-3pm.

Tue, Jan 16, 2024

4pm

Hub Hospice Death Café
Community Presbyterian Church

Embrace the conversation! If we can change our attitudes, perhaps it would be easier to cope with the realities around death and dying, and even help us to find the beauty in life’s last journey. A better experience can also help with the grieving process for those left behind.

Cost: free

Tue, Jan 16, 2024

8pm

Hub Hospice Death Café
Community Presbyterian Church

Embrace the conversation! If we can change our attitudes, perhaps it would be easier to cope with the realities around death and dying, and even help us to find the beauty in life’s last journey. A better experience can also help with the grieving process for those left behind.

Cost: free

Tue, Feb 13, 2024

4pm

Hub Hospice Death Café
Community Presbyterian Church

Embrace the conversation! If we can change our attitudes, perhaps it would be easier to cope with the realities around death and dying, and even help us to find the beauty in life’s last journey. A better experience can also help with the grieving process for those left behind.

Cost: free

Tue, Feb 13, 2024

8pm

Hub Hospice Death Café
Community Presbyterian Church

Embrace the conversation! If we can change our attitudes, perhaps it would be easier to cope with the realities around death and dying, and even help us to find the beauty in life’s last journey. A better experience can also help with the grieving process for those left behind.

Cost: free

Sat, Feb 3, 2024

8:00pm

Rockin’ Readers Book Sale
Almonte United Church

A used book sale to raise funds for SchoolBOX and their initiatives in indigenous communities. There will be treats, crafts, celebrity readers, and so much more! Organized by the Almonte United Church Youth Group.

Thu, Mar 28, 2024

4pm, and 5-7pm

Community Open House
John Levi Community Centre

Learn about & register for activites (kids, adults, seniors), volunteer opportunities and more. 2-4pm and 5-7pm.

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 - Sat, Apr 20, 2024

ADHS: Peter and the Starcatcher
Almonte Old Town Hall

Cappie-award-winning Almonte & District High School Drama Club. Tickets: $15 at onstagedirect.com or Baker Bob's.

Cost: $15

Sun, Apr 21, 2024

ADHS: Peter and the Starcatcher
Almonte Old Town Hall

Cappie-award-winning Almonte & District High School Drama Club. Tickets: $15 at onstagedirect.com or Baker Bob's.

Cost: $15

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

3:30pm

Volunteer Forum
Almonte Civitan Hall

A great opportunity to explore volunteering opportunities in the service sector and connect with those who are already volunteering. Exhibitors, talks and panel discussions.

Cost: free

Sat, May 18, 2024

Perennial & Vegetables Sale
Almonte United Church

Refreshments available.

Sat, Jun 8, 2024

3pm

Garage/Bake Sale
Almonte Potters Guild

Held in the Almonte Potters Guild parking lot. (Rain date Saturday June 15)

Sat, Aug 17, 2024

Violin Recital & Art Sale
Almonte United Church

Bennett Van Barr, accompanied by Scott Richardson. Fundraiser: Almonte General Hospital-Fairview Manor foundation.

Cost: By donation.

Tue, Oct 3, 2017 - Tue, Nov 28, 2017

Exhibit:
Unnatural Consumtion
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Gayle Kells examines our env't & habits through the use of recycled materials.

Tue, Jul 4, 2017

2-4pm

Vernissage:
Almonte Crazy Quilters
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Opening of their 25th anniversary Quilt Show.

Tue, Nov 14, 2017

3-6pm

Opening/Anniversary Party
Sivarulrasa Gallery

Celebrate the gallary's 1st year in Almonte & meet featured artists. Congrats, Sanjeev!

Wed, Oct 18, 2017

Artist`s Talk:
Louis Helbig
General Fine Craft, Art & Design

Beautiful Destruction: aerial photos of AB Tar Sands.

Mon, Aug 7, 2017

7-9pm

Opening:
Katherine McNenly
General Fine Craft, Art & Design

Quiescence — still life and portraiture in the realist painting tradition.

Tue, Mar 21, 2017

1-3pm

Workshop:
Crochet Star Stitch
part of MVTM Workshops
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Learn how to do this stitch.

Tue, May 9, 2017

10am-12pm

Workshop:
Fun with Knitting
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Patricia Sullivan teaches you to make scarf with lacy yarn.

Cost: $25 ($20 for MVTM members)

Fri, Dec 1, 2017 - Sat, Jan 6, 2018

Exhibit: Surface Fabrications
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Only on the surface

Sat, Mar 18, 2017

Workshop: Make a Terrarium
Acanthus Floral & Botanicals

Sign up ASAP! Classes of up to 8 people.

Sun, Mar 19, 2017

Workshop: Make a Terrarium
Acanthus Floral & Botanicals

Sign up ASAP! Classes of up to 8 people.

Tue, Apr 18, 2017 - Tue, May 2, 2017

Remodel Your Jewellery
Kehla Jewellery Design

From old to new... give your old jewellery a facelift with our remodeling event: bring your old jewellery to our designers and let's get creative.

Wed, Nov 15, 2017

1-4pm

Opening: Meredith Kucey & Lily Swain-Brady
General Fine Craft, Art & Design

Paintings & jewellery.

Fri, Nov 3, 2017 - Wed, Nov 29, 2017

Nov Feature: Meredith Kucey & Lily Swain-Brady
General Fine Craft, Art & Design

Jewellery & paintings.

Tue, May 23, 2017

mid day

Workshop:
Introduction to Weaving
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Laura of Lola Dot Studio teaches you how to set up and weave a finished piece.

Cost: $125 (incl. materials & lunch)

Fri, Jun 9, 2017

7pm

Travelogue: Spaceflight
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Frank Hitchens presents a look at the history of human spaceflight.

Cost: Free

Sun, Oct 15, 2017

7:30pm

MVFN: Nature Talk
Almonte United Church

Pesticides and Pollinators: What’s going on down in the pasture? w/James Coupland, FarmForest Research.

Cost: $5 non-members

Tue, Apr 11, 2017

7-10pm

Benefit for Almonte Skatepark
Almonte Old Town Hall

Let the Good Times Roll! GT & the Earthtones, The Jimmy Tri-Tone Band, the Ramblin' Valley Band, Sara & Isaac, & more. Silent auction, cash bar.

Wed, Dec 20, 2017

2:30pm

Hub Hospice Movie:
Shaun the Sheep
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Monthly film benefits Hub Hospice. Tickets at Baker Bob's, Pêches & Poivre.
Bring the kids! Fun animated film.

Cost: $12; $8 kids

Wed, Nov 22, 2017

2:30pm

Hub Hospice Movie:
Testament of Youth
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Fundraiser for Hub Hospice. A powerful story of love, war & remembrance, based on the WWI memoir by Vera Brittain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLiLInoOod0

Cost: $12

Sat, Oct 28, 2017

7pm

Book Club:
The Story Hour
Mill Street Books

Everyone welcome to discuss Thrity Umrigar's novel that explores the bonds of friendship and the margins of forgiveness. You can just show up.

Fri, Dec 1, 2017 - Sun, Dec 31, 2017

Cheese of the Month:
Roubine de Noyan
Peches & Poivre from sweet to savory

Soft cheese; melts in your mouth. 10% of proceeds to Hub Hospice.

Sat, Apr 1, 2017 - Sun, Apr 30, 2017

20% off "Salad Love"
Mill Street Books

Special book of the month, to get you back into salad.

Tue, Apr 18, 2017

8pm

Ensemble Vivant
part of Almonte in Concert
Almonte Old Town Hall

Chamber music group presents A World of Fugues and More. Piano, violin, viola, cello, bass play Bach, Shostakovich, Romero, Piazzolla, Coghlan.

Cost: $30; $15 students

Mon, Apr 24, 2017

7pm

Movie: The Lorax
Almonte Old Town Hall

Dr. Seuss movie. Admission includes one tree per child to take home & plant (while supplies last). Refreshments available for sale. Part of Arbour Week.

Cost: $2.50 ($10 family)

Tue, Apr 25, 2017

8pm

Ball & Chain / Durham County Poets
part of Folkus Concert Series
Almonte Old Town Hall

Ottawa's Jody Benjamin & Michael Ball (Ball & Chain) are musical troublemakers that'll set your toes tapping; Durham County Poets play blues, western swing, Cajun & gospel.

Cost: $30

Tue, May 2, 2017

7:30pm

Almonte in Praise!
Almonte United Church

Choirs from Almonte churches will perform separately, plus as a massed choir. Donations welcome.

Wed, May 3, 2017

1-4pm

Fiddler's Friends Concert
Almonte Old Town Hall

Ottawa Valley traditional fiddle & dance awards showcase. 12:30pm Barley Shakers. Tickets at Mill Street Books.

Cost: $15

Wed, May 3, 2017

1-4pm

Hike For Hub Hospice
Mill of Kintail Conservation Area

Young and old get pledges and walk the 2K or 5K trails. All funds raised go to Hub Hospice. Registration is 1-3pm.

Thu, May 4, 2017

6-9:30pm

For a Taste of the County
Almonte Civitan Club

Food, wine & beer tasting gala. Tickets $10 at Mill St Books, then tastings cost $1-6 each, so you can sample various appetizers, main courses, desserts.

Mon, May 8, 2017 - Wed, May 10, 2017

Art in the Attic
Almonte Old Town Hall

May 8 (7-9), 9 (10-7) & 10 (10-4). Art show & sale..

Tue, May 2, 2017

Authors for Indies Day
Mill Street Books

11am-12pm: Jan Andrews (storyteller/children's book author)

12-1pm: Susan Delacourt (political author & commentator)

1-2pm: Tim Cook (militaria author)

2-3pm: Liane Shaw (young adult books & teaching memoir)

Book Release: Adrianna Steele-Card's book of artwork & poems.

Tue, Aug 29, 2017

1-3pm

Workshop:
Tunisian Crochet 101
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Learn the basics of this unusual and increasingly popular technique, which is kind of like knitting with a very long crochet hook. Ask a question. Register.

Cost: $45

Wed, May 24, 2017

Workshop:
Introduction to Weaving
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Laura of Lola Dot Studio teaches you how to set up and weave a finished piece.

Cost: $125 (incl. materials & lunch)

Tue, Jun 6, 2017

10am-2pm

Fabric Sale/Fundraiser
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Donated fabric at great prices. Museum fundraiser.

Mon, Aug 13, 2018 - Fri, Aug 17, 2018

Exhibit: ADHS Artists
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Almonte & District High School students' art is displayed. Opening: May 22, 7-9pm.

Wed, May 3, 2017

12-3pm

Art Exhibit
JB Arts

Exhibit of Jean Gauvreau's adult students: Carol Connolly, Ellie Evans, Gloria Glockling, Lena Morton, Nora Houlton, Malcolm Bright.

Sun, Dec 10, 2017 - Mon, Dec 11, 2017

5:30-8:30pm

Kids-Only Shopping Night
Blackbird

Bring your list of people to buy for & a budget of any size. Friendly elves help you find/wrap the ideal gifts!

Tue, May 9, 2017

10am-5pm

2nd Birthday Sale
Crush Marketplace

25% off all shoes, food sampling, bath & body testing, and more.

Sun, May 21, 2017

6:30-8:30

Organic Skin Care & Mineral Make Up 101
doree's habit

Blush & Black's experts show organic alternatives, tips and tricks. Loot bag & $10 credit towards a doree's purchase! Register (limited space).

Cost: $50

Thu, May 25, 2017 - Wed, May 31, 2017

Toby Jugs Special
Almonte Antiques & Collectibles

Marian Elgood's Toby Jugs are 40%-off this week.

Thu, Jun 1, 2017 - Fri, Jun 30, 2017

each Mon
6:30pm

Women's Learn to Ride Night
part of Bicycle Month
Equator Coffee Roasters

Want to ride but a little nervous? Join an experienced woman rider each week. Every Mon in June.

Cost: Free

Tue, Jun 20, 2017

Summer Solstice Celebration
Soul Scents

6th annual! Specials, raffles, refreshments, crystal reflexology.

Tue, Sep 12, 2017

10am-3pm

Book Signing:
Cathryn Morgan
Mill Street Books

Author of children's book GrrrOuch, Pain is Like a Grouchy Bear.

Wed, Dec 13, 2017

3-4pm

Meet the Author:
Claudia Smith
Mill Street Books

Tue, Jul 4, 2017

1-3pm

Workshop:
Tunisian Entrelac Crochet
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Learn this technique of squares constructed tip to tip.

Basic Tunisian Crochet skills required. Ask a question. Register.

Tue, Jul 11, 2017 - Tue, Jul 18, 2017

each Sat
1-3pm

Workshop:
Basic Crochet
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

2-wk course (Saturdays) for the beginner with no previous experience or as a refresher for those whose hooke are a bit "rusty". All materials included in the cost. Ask a question. Register.

Tue, Jul 25, 2017 - Tue, Aug 1, 2017

each Sat
1-3pm

Workshop:
Building on the Basics (Crochet)
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

2 Saturdays. Learn to read & follow a pattern, change colours, and more. Basic crochet skills required. Bring a light-coloured yarn & appropriate-sized hook to class. Ask a question. Register.

Tue, Aug 8, 2017 - Tue, Aug 15, 2017

each Sat

Workshop:
Building Higher (Crochet)
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

More stitches, handouts, edgings, more complicated patterns to read. Crochet in the round (eg. hats, baskets, tablecloths, doilies, motifs, medallions) and join motifs. Ask a question. Register.

Wed, Jun 28, 2017

9-10am

Therapeutic Yoga for Cyclists
Almonte Old Town Hall

Join Barb Goodwin, RMT, E-RYT, for a 1-hour session teaching a sequence of yoga movements that will be beneficial to cyclists. Bring your yoga mat and a blanket. For more info: Almontemassage@hotmail.com.

Tue, Jun 20, 2017

8:30am

Tour de Mississippi Mills – Family Ride
Mississippi Mills Bicycle Month

Pick a distance that suits you. If you go the distance (100 K), you’ll visit every hamlet, village and town in Miss Mills! Starts at Coady’s Car Care (30 Mill Street) at 8:30am. Your entry fee includes a bbq by Foodies Fine Foods upon your return.

Cost: $15; children under 16 $10

Fri, Dec 1, 2017 - Sun, Dec 31, 2017

Treasure Boxes & Jennifer Noxon
General Fine Craft, Art & Design

Sat, Jul 1, 2017

Canoe, Kayak & Stand-Up Paddle Board Races
NLAS Almonte Agricultural Hall & Fairgrounds

8am registration, 9-11am races.

Men's, women's and mixed teams. All ages. Based at Almonte Beach and in the river between there and Appleton.

Cost: $20 (incl $10 gift cert for Vamos)

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

5:30-7pm

Book Signing:
Lilly White
Mill Street Books

Wed, Nov 1, 2017 - Thu, Nov 30, 2017

Cheese of the Month:
Ste-Anne
Peches & Poivre from sweet to savory

Soft farmstead cheese with hints of cream and salted butter that give way to the flavour of black olives. 10% of proceeds donated to Hub Hospice.

Wed, Jun 28, 2017

10am

Sunday Brunch Ride w/Council
Almonte Old Town Hall

Ride with MM councillor(s) around Almonte, stopping for brunch in Almonte. Route and brunch stop to be determined by participants – call your ward councillor and ask them along!

Mon, Jul 17, 2017 - Wed, Jul 19, 2017

Almonte Fair
NLAS Almonte Agricultural Hall & Fairgrounds

Jul 17 (1-10pm), 18 (8am-10pm), 19 (8am-3pm). Midway bracelets or tickets extra.

Little Ray's Australian Exhibit, Mystic Drumz, Spring Action Trampolines, Demolition Derby, The Ryans, Marty McTiernan, Brad Munro, livestock shows, grain farmers' trailer, sheep shearing, 4-H demos, heavy horses...

Cost: $10

Wed, Aug 30, 2017

2-4pm

Artists Talk:
Deb Arnold & Sanjeev Sivarulrasa
Sivarulrasa Gallery

Telescope demo & stone carving discussion.

Tue, Sep 12, 2017

5pm

Pig Roast
Almonte Legion

Music by Rainwater Whiskey.

Sat, Sep 9, 2017

7-9pm

Mississippi Mills
at a Glance
John Levi Community Centre

A 1-stop evg to learn about & register for all your fall & winter activites (kids, adults, seniors).

Tue, Sep 19, 2017 - Wed, Oct 25, 2017

Exhibition:
Inward, a duo show
Sivarulrasa Gallery

Mary Wong (Toronto) & Tami Galili Ellis (Ottawa) explore the rich, sublime potential of oils with introspection, intensity, and candour.

Sun, Sep 10, 2017

1-8pm

Seniors' Expo
John Levi Community Centre

Showcase of services for people 50+ & for caregivers. Social service agencies, support groups, retirement homes, local attractions, pharmacies, seniors activity groups, etc.

Tue, Sep 12, 2017

1-6pm

Harvest Food & Drink Show
NLAS Almonte Agricultural Hall & Fairgrounds

Sample from 40 local area food & beverage producers. Must be 19+ years. Tickets $20 in adv, $25 at door. Buy $0.50 sample tickets at door.

Tue, Sep 12, 2017

7:30pm

Ottawa Summer String Ensemble
Almonte Old Town Hall

25-member ensemble, with flute and harp soloists perform Elgar, Mendelssohn, Handel, Bach, and a new piece by Randy Demmon. Conducted by Donnie Deacon of the NAC Orchestra. Tickets at Mill Street Books.

Cost: $25

Mon, Sep 18, 2017

7-10pm

Evening of Visual Splendor
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

The photography of Bill Pratt, Bill Young & Dale Dunning in six AV shows. MVTM fundraiser.

Cost: $25

Tue, Sep 12, 2017 - Wed, Sep 13, 2017

Fibrefest
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

The MVTM and the Almonte Arena host demos, vendors & exhibits.

Cost: $5/day

Sun, Sep 24, 2017

7:30pm

The Strumbellas w/Danny Albert
Almonte Old Town Hall

This concert is part of the Festival of Small Halls.

Cost: $25

Mon, Oct 2, 2017

2:30-4:30pm

In Conversation: Janet Hepburn
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

A visit and reading with Janet Hepburn, Author of Flee, Fly, Flown.

Mon, Oct 2, 2017

6pm

Oktoberfest
Almonte Civitan Hall

Bavarian Meal (7pm), dance to Al Visser Band (Revival) at 8:30pm.

Tue, Oct 3, 2017

7pm

SchoolBox Latin Fiesta
Almonte Civitan Hall

Fundraiser. Latin jazz fusion of Azucar Jam. 7:30pm dance demo, 8pm salsa dancing. Tickets: Equator Coffee & Baker Bob's.

Cost: $20; $15 students; under 13 free

Tue, Oct 10, 2017 - Thu, Oct 12, 2017

10am-5pm

Crown & Pumpkin Studio Tour
Crown & Pumpkin Studio Tour

Over 30 artists at 14 stops.

Tue, Oct 10, 2017

10am

Zombie Walk for Hunger
John Levi Community Centre

See the zombies (or join them) on this 2-km walk.

Cost: $10

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

9am-3pm

Almonte Farmers' Xmas Market
John Levi Community Centre

Tue, Oct 17, 2017

8:30am-12:30pm

Almonte Farmers' Market
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Last day! Fresh produce, baking, preserves, meat, plants, crafts and more.

Tue, Oct 17, 2017

10am-4pm

Used Book & CD/DVD Sale
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Get your winter reading now, at incredible prices. Funds go towards expanding the book & DVD collection.

Sun, Oct 29, 2017

The Odyssey
Mississippi Mills Public Library - Almonte Branch

Jan Andrews tells the Homer's story. Presented by Mill St. Books, at the library.

Cost: By donation

Mon, Oct 30, 2017

7pm

All Hallows' Eve
Almonte Old Town Hall

Ghost walk and film The Ghosts of Mississippi Mills.

Mon, Oct 30, 2017

7:30pm

Almonte Lectures: Alzheimer's
Almonte United Church

Graham Beaton: “Alzheimer’s: What to remember”

Cost: By donation

Mon, Dec 4, 2017

7:30pm

Almonte Lectures: Landscaping
Almonte United Church

Allan Goddard speaks re “Landscaping: Career conflicts”. By donation.

Tue, Oct 31, 2017

1-3pm

Fall Tea & Bazaar
Almonte Civitan Hall

Tea room, arts/crafts, jewellery, dishes, baking, and books. Hosted by St. Mary's Council of the Catholic Women's League.

Sun, Nov 5, 2017

9am-1pm

Bazaar/Chili Luncheon
Almonte General Hospital & Fairview Manor

Lunch will be served from 11am-1pm ($6).

Tue, Nov 7, 2017 - Wed, Nov 8, 2017

Sat 9am-4pm; Sun 10am-3pm

Handmade Harvest Holiday Craft Show
Almonte Old Town Hall

40+ vendors; different each day. See website for vendor listings.

Cost: $2 entry; kids free

Tue, Nov 7, 2017 - Wed, Nov 8, 2017

10am-4pm

Christmas in the Valley Artisan Show
John Levi Community Centre

Local artisans, crafters, bakers, LAWS & more.

Tue, Nov 7, 2017 - Wed, Nov 8, 2017

10am-4pm

Light Up The Night Fundraising Sale
John Levi Community Centre

Craft & commercial vendors, plus your first chance to buy a limited edition 25th anniversary keepsake ornament.

Tue, Nov 7, 2017 - Wed, Nov 8, 2017

10am-5pm

Pottery Sale
Almonte Potters Guild

Check out their wares, sign up for courses...

Sun, Nov 12, 2017

5pm onwards

Christmas Kick-Off Night!
Downtown Almonte

Many shops on Mill, Little Bridge, and Queen St. are open late, w/specials & treats.

Sun, Nov 19, 2017

5pm onwards

Christmas Kick-Off Night! Part II
Downtown Almonte

Many shops on Mill, Little Bridge, and Queen St. are open late, w/specials & treats.

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 - Wed, Nov 15, 2017

7:30pm (Nov 13-14), 2pm (Nov 15)

Play: Trashdance
Almonte Old Town Hall

A light-hearted musical about littering, by Fern Martin. Tickets at Baker Bob's.

Cost: $15; $10 students

Mon, Nov 27, 2017

PD Day - Kids' Art Activities
JB Arts

A whole day of fun, messy art projects. Drop-off 8-9am. Pick-up 4-5pm. Bring snacks/lunch (nut-free). Wear closed-toe shoes. Dress for a mess!

Cost: $40+HST

Tue, Nov 21, 2017

3-6pm

Coins & Strings
Alliance Coin & Banknote

Harpist Robin Best (3-5pm) and rare coins at annual Winter Open House.

Wed, Nov 22, 2017

1-4pm

Big Band Dance
Almonte Old Town Hall

Tea dance with 14-pc band & vocalist.

Cost: $14; $25 couple

Wed, Nov 22, 2017

7:30pm

Movie:Sign Painters
Almonte Old Town Hall

A film featuring some great hand painted sign makers and brief history of the rise, fall, and resurgence of the hand painted sign industry.

Cost: $10

Tue, Dec 19, 2017

10am-6pm

Winter Solstice Celebration
Soul Scents

Customer appreaction, w/deals, giveaways, refreshments.

Mon, Jan 8, 2018 - Tue, Jan 9, 2018

9:30am-5pm

Kelly's Birthday Sale
Textile Traditions

All day special discounts -- up to 40% off. Cash/debit preferred. Donations to Food Bank & LAWS gladly accepted (help them fill the bin!).

Tue, Nov 28, 2017

12-4pm

Deer Antlers Talk
Gilligallou Bird Inc.

Terry Merkley displays his collection of antlers, talks about them, and shows you how to find them too.

Wed, Dec 6, 2017

1:30pm

Almonte in Concert's Youth Music Club
Almonte Old Town Hall

Youth perform, watch &/or join a jam session. $7.

Wed, Dec 6, 2017

5pm

Christmas Night Parade
Downtown Almonte

From arena, down Mill, up Ottawa to Martin & back to arena, followed by hotdogs, hot choc, skating at arena.

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

11am-3pm

Kintail Country Christmas
Mill of Kintail Conservation Area

Photos w/Santa, kids’-only gift shop, stories by the fire, music, crafts, etc.

Cost: $15/car

Wed, Dec 13, 2017

7pm

Valley Voices Xmas Concert
Almonte United Church

$10 ($7 in adv.)

Wed, Dec 20, 2017

7:30pm

David Francey/KEWT Xmas Show
Almonte Old Town Hall

A cozy night of music with David Francey & K.E.W.T. (Terry Tufts/Kathryn Briggs).

Tue, Dec 5, 2017

Tax-Free Saturdays
Kehla Jewellery Design

All Saturdays in December!

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

Tax-Free Saturdays
Kehla Jewellery Design

All Saturdays in December!

Tue, Dec 19, 2017

Tax-Free Saturdays
Kehla Jewellery Design

All Saturdays in December!

Tue, Dec 26, 2017

Tax-Free Saturdays
Kehla Jewellery Design

All Saturdays in December!

Fri, Dec 1, 2017 - Fri, Dec 15, 2017

Order Your Turkey Now!
Don’s Meat Market

Menonnite-raised turkeys.

Tue, Dec 5, 2017

In-Store Demo
Peches & Poivre from sweet to savory

Naneen's low/no sugar preserves.

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

Truffles!
Peches & Poivre from sweet to savory

Crazy4Chocolate: truffles, salted caramel bon bons, choco-pecan santas... Order boxes of truffles for Christmas!