NEWS RELEASE
TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH/ERAMOSA
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The Township of Guelph/Eramosa is excited to kick start the holiday season with a new event called Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 4th from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM in Rockmosa Park located at 110 Rockmosa Dr. in Rockwood. This event is free to attend and includes many local businesses and artisans featuring unique handcrafted items, a farmers’ market, a variety of musical entertainment, visit from Santa, Olaf and Paw Patrol, food trucks and a selection of Christmas workshops for all ages!
The holiday spirit comes alive in the park as you walk through an outdoor artisan market, enjoy a variety of Christmas music on a stage decorated with Christmas lights and enjoy delicious treats from local food trucks. Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item or holiday gift card and donate to East Wellington Community Services Christmas campaign!
In addition to the market, a series of workshops will be offered at the Rockmosa Community Centre featuring a visit from local author and illustrator Werner Zimmermann in partnership with the Rockwood Library. Hear about his latest collaboration with Helaine Becker called "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and create your own holiday craft. Join Royal City Nursery and create your own table-top centerpiece to fill your dining room with the intoxicating scent of holiday greens. Childcare with Rockwood Summer Camps and enjoy a series of crafts, science experiments and cooperative activities. Create a holiday wreath with Wellington County Museum and Archives using a variety of fresh, seasonal greenery. Enjoy a cooking class with Chef Emily Richards featuring three delicious holiday appetizers! All workshops require registration in advance! Visit www.get.on.ca/fitness to register.
Full event details and information can be found on our website by visiting www.get.on.ca/christmas-in-the-park-2021.
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