Embracing Tradition: Port Stanley’s Magical Holiday Celebrations Where Community Spirit Lights Up the Winter Wonderland by Marna Berry
Christmas tribute show at Port Stanley Festival Theatre promises the magic of his timeless hit songs that will transport you to a different era filled with nostalgia and holiday cheer. This season, let’s also remember to shop and dine locally, supporting the businesses that are the heartbeat of Port Stanley. It’s a meaningful way to contribute to our community’s vibrancy. May this holiday season fill your hearts with joy, your homes with warmth, and your lives with laughter. Wishing everyone in Port Stanley a truly wonderful Christmas filled with the magic of our local traditions.
As the festive season approaches, what traditions come to mind that make Christmas special for you? In Port Stanley, the holiday spirit is alive with unique, local traditions that invite everyone to join in the celebration. As we hang our lights, the town becomes a picturesque winter wonderland made even more spectacular thanks to the stunning Christmas Lights Display at 291 Selbourne Drive. This dazzling spectacle supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Port Stanley & Area Community Cupboard, lighting up the night and our hearts. Join the global ‘Christmas Eve Jingle’ right here in our community. At 6 pm on Christmas Eve, we gather outside, bells in hand, for two minutes of joyful ringing. This simple act spreads Christmas cheer and is said to help Santa on his way. It’s a magical moment that unites us all, creating cherished memories for both the young and the young at heart. For a more communal celebration, Christ Anglican Church opens its doors for you to ring its historic 400-pound bell, echoing through the village since 1854. Stay afterward for a heartwarming Christmas Carols Sing Along at 7 pm, followed by a serene Candlelight Christmas Eve service at 7:30 pm. The season is also a time for giving. Support the Port Stanley & Area Community Cupboard to help local families enjoy a brighter Christmas. The Optimist Club’s ‘Angel Tree’ at the Port Stanley Library offers a touching way to remember loved ones, with a special remembrance service to honour them. Family fun awaits with the Santa Treats Train Rides, a festive favourite running on weekends throughout December. Visit www.pstr.on.ca for more details And for those who dare, the 12th annual Port Stanley Christmas Ugly Sweater Holly Hop on December 6th, while the Elvis’ Blue
Port Stanley Villager December 2024 cover Everyone has gathered to- gether to celebrate the first of 200 trees at the berm. In the photo are members of the 200
Trees for 200 Years committee, Past Students from Kettle Creek Public School, and Mayor Andrew Sloan. Photo by Geoff Rae
You are never too old for the holidays!
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