Consider tickets, gift certificates for Christmas gifts
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Still shopping? Stuck on what to get everyone? How about doing something fun together?
Get tickets or gift certificates for events here in Tillsonburg. Peter, my hubby, can do his gift shopping for me from this list.
Consider tickets to Theatre Tillsonburg’s February musical, Nunsense by Dan Goggin. From Theatre Tillsonburg’s website, “Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia, Child of God. Thus, the remaining nuns – ballet-loving Sister Leo, streetwise Sister Robert Anne, befuddled Sister Mary Amnesia, the Mother Superior Sister Regina, and mistress of the novices Sister Mary Hubert – stage a talent show to raise money to bury their dearly departed. With catchy songs and irreverent comedy, Nunsense is sure to keep you rolling with laughter.”
Show dates are Feb. 8-11 and 15-18, 2024. Curtain at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets $25. Call the box office at 519-688-3026 or order online at www.theatretillsonburg.com .
Start off the New Year with the return of the Tillsonburg and District Historical Society Mayor’s Levee. On Sunday, Jan. 7, Annandale National Historic Site (aka the museum) is hosting Mayor Deb Gilvesy and the town council. The Mayor’s Levee is an opportunity to welcome the New Year and talk about what’s going to be happening in town with the mayor and council. It is also the last chance to take in the Christmas exhibit in the Pratt Gallery and tour Annandale House decorated for the holiday season. The levee is 2-4 p.m. with light refreshments being served. No charge. The museum offers unique gifts for Christmas, or any reason.
Family Day Fun and Games at the museum is Feb. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., by donation.
You need to pre-register for everything below. These events are more fun going with a friend or group.
The very popular Lunch and Learn series is back on the last Thursday and Friday of the month from February to May. You can look forward to a delicious lunch and presentations, 12- 2 p.m., from Patricia Phelps on Thursday, Feb. 22 or Friday, Feb. 23: A Food, Not a Fad: The Remarkable Advertising Campaign of the Tillson Company; On March 21 and March 22, Joan Weston presents The History of Flue-Cured Tobacco in Tillsonburg and Area. On April 25 and April 26, Laurel Beechey presents We’ve MOVED! 35 Years Ago: The Story of the Rescue of Annandale House; and Joan is back May 23-24 with Life by Lake Lisgar. Tickets are $35.75/person or $119.25 for a series pass. Contact Kathleen (519-842-2294 or kwatkin@tillsonburg.ca) if you are interested in being notified when tickets are available. Get on the list now to make sure you don’t miss anything.
ANHS is starting a new series next year geared towards families. One Saturday a month from January to April and September to November, Kathleen will be celebrating a new theme with crafts, stories, and museum adventures. The new Family Fun Daze program runs from 1-2:30 p.m., $18 a family. Themes are Jan. 13 – arctic animals; Feb. 10 – Valentine’s Day; March 9 – Catch a Leprechaun; April 13 – April showers; Sept. 21 – fall foods; and Oct. 19 – pumpkins.
Here are more great programs and events to give as gifts. The following also need to be pre-registered and include taxes: 2024 Valentine Card Workshop, Feb. 8 for $24; The Leap Year Tea on Feb. 29 at 1:30 p.m. for $24. The Women’s Day Flower Luncheon, March 8, $35.75; Treat Yourself: Self Care at the Museum, with local vendors, on March 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m., for $35.75. You can make and paint your own bird house in celebration of the birds and add to the ambience of Tillsonburg at the Spring Bird House Workshop on April 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. for $35.75. All materials and supplies provided.
Where the Wild Things Roam during March Break at the museum is a celebration of animals. Each day they will celebrate an animal with a connection to the museum. Geared toward children ages 6-10, March 11-15 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. $24 per day, all materials and supplies provided.
Remember you must sign up for everything in advance at Annandale NHS. Call Kathleen at 519-842-2294 or email kwatkin@tillsonburg.ca or drop in at 30 Tillson Ave., Tillsonburg. There are several ways to make payments she can tell you about.
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