Looking for a way to shake off those February blahs? Here are some great ideas for getting out this weekend:
Friday, Feb. 7
Butter Tart Festival and Sweet & Heat Market, Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Rd. S., Jerseyville
The Great Canadian ButterTart Fest is a sweet way to start the weekend.The event runs Friday from 6 to p.m. and Saturday fro 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two full halls of butter tarts, top hot sauce makers, different soups & sandwiches, and a boutique of the best artisans.
Saturday, Feb. 8
Travel Tips seminar, Knox Church, 80 Mill St. N. Waterdown
Has a cold and icy February got you thinking about travelling? Knox Church Waterdown’s Can You Help series runs this Saturday with CAA travel expert Jayne Firth. Session starts at 10 a.m., doors open at 9:30. Includes free Tim Horton’s coffee ant Timbits, door prizes. It’s free to attend, but please register at 905-689-8115 or [email protected].
Minor Softball Registration, Freelton Community Park, 170 Freelton Rd.
Teams for kids and youths from U5 T-Ball to U17. Sign up at the Freelton Outdoor Rink from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional date: March 2. For fees and details, email [email protected].
Live Music at the Waterdown Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N.
Valentine Day with Rockton 88. Doors open at 7 p.m., entertainment from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. $5 at the door
Sunday, Feb. 9
The Music of Love, Carlisle United Church, 1432 Centre Rd., Carlisle
Concert for Soprano and Piano at Carlisle United Church, from 3 to 5 p.m. A variety of music on the theme of love: musical theatre, jazz, classical, pop and singalong. Admission by freewill donations – refreshments at intermission.
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