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Your Wellington County Weekend: Elora Farmers' Market opens

Also this weekend is the annual Giant Book Sale, an outdoor life show and more
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The Elora Farmers' Market runs each Saturday at Bissell Park in Elora before moving to Fergus in the later Fall.

Friday

Elora Festival Annual Giant Book Sale

Elora Curling Club - 60 David St. W., Elora

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Over 50,000 used books, games, LPs, CDs, DVDs and more. Cash only. $5 admission applies on Friday.

Gibson and Sons

Grey Wellington Theatre Guild - 68 Elora St. S., Harriston

7:30 p.m.

GWTG presents spring comedy Gibson and Sons a Canadian comedy by Kristen DaSilva. Join the family members that operate the local funeral home and their hilarious antics as they deal with competition in a small community, family dynamics and romantic encounters.

Spring Rain Weekend

Belwood Community Hall - 37 Queen St., Belwood

8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Irish dance, music and food. Lessons, performances, artisans, dinner and a traditional Irish Ceili.

Saturday

Clifford Life Outdoors Show

Clifford Arena - 2 Brown St. S., Clifford

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

All things outdoors including fishing, hunting, camping and more.

Elora Farmers’ Market

Bissell Park - 127 Mill St. E., Elora

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Opening day for the farmers’ market on the banks of the Grand River.

Elora Festival Annual Giant Book Sale

Elora Curling Club - 60 David St. W., Elora

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Over 50,000 used books, games, LPs, CDs, DVDs and more. Cash only. Free admission on Saturday and Sunday.

Palmerston Legion’s 70s Theme Car Rally

Palmerston Legion - 260 Daly St., Palmerston

12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The objective is to follow a pre-determined car rally route, take videos/photos and answer trivia questions along the way. Email [email protected] or here to register a team.

Spring Market in Fergus

Emmanuel Christian High School - 680 Tower St. S., Fergus

2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Spring Rain Weekend

Belwood Community Hall - 37 Queen St., Belwood

2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Irish dance, music and food. Lessons, performances, artisans, dinner and a traditional Irish Ceili.

Gibson and Sons

Grey Wellington Theatre Guild - 68 Elora St. S., Harriston

7:30 p.m.

GWTG presents spring comedy Gibson and Sons a Canadian comedy by Kristen DaSilva. Join the family members that operate the local funeral home and their hilarious antics as they deal with competition in a small community, family dynamics and romantic encounters.

Sunday

Clifford Life Outdoors Show

Clifford Arena - 2 Brown St. S., Clifford

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

All things outdoors including fishing, hunting, camping and more.

Aberfoyle Antique Market

Aberfoyle Antique Market - 57 Brock Rd. S., Aberfoyle

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Canada’s largest outdoor antique market.

Elora Festival Annual Giant Book Sale

Elora Curling Club - 60 David St. W., Elora

9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Over 50,000 used books, games, LPs, CDs, DVDs and more. Cash only. Free admission on Saturday and Sunday.

Dollhouse Miniatures Show and Sale

Centre Wellington Sportsplex - 550 Belsyde Ave. E., Fergus

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Annual show by the Ontario Miniature Enthusiasts of Guelph Area. Children under 8 years old are free, admission otherwise is $8.

Drop-in Inline Shinny

Puslinch Optimist Recreation Centre Rink - 23 Brock Rd. S., Aberfoyle

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For all individuals and skill levels. Helmets must be worn by those 15 and younger.

Puslinch in Bloom Market

Puslinch Community Centre - 23 Brock Rd. S., Aberfoyle

Noon to 4 p.m.

There will be more than 25 vendors to shop from.

Centre Wellington Women’s Wellness Event

The BHive - 900 Tower St. S., Unit 100A, Fergus

Noon to 4 p.m.

A celebration of holistic well being, community and self care dedicated to women. Admission is free but donations will be accepted. Free workshops aimed to inspire and educate on topics including healthy relationships. Register here.

Gibson and Sons

Grey Wellington Theatre Guild - 68 Elora St. S., Harriston

2:00 p.m.

GWTG presents spring comedy Gibson and Sons a Canadian comedy by Kristen DaSilva. Join the family members that operate the local funeral home and their hilarious antics as they deal with competition in a small community, family dynamics and romantic encounters.

Warm Breath of Spring: Folksongs and Spirituals by Edison Singers

Knox Presbyterian Church - 51 Church St., Elora

4 p.m.

An intimate performance that celebrates the traditions of folk music and spirituals with commentary about the songs from the singers. Reserve your spot by 10 p.m. the day prior here or purchase tickets at the door.