Wednesdays
Gravenhurst Farmer's Market — 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gravenhurst Opera House, rain or shine.

Wednesdays
Family Bingo — At the air-conditioned Utterson Hall, doors open at 7 p.m., door prizes.

During Library Hours
Free one-on-one Internet Training Session — For Bracebridge Library card holders. Learn to set up and use e-mail, set up the internet, use Microsoft Word and more. Call 705-645-4171 and ask for Kathy or go to kathyashbylibrary@hotmail.com.

Until November 28
A Chinese Gift Exhibit — A never-before-seen collection of gifts presented by China to Bethune Memorial House is on display at Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre at Gravenhurst Wharf. For more information call 705-687-2115 or visit www.realmuskoka.com.

Until December 1
Children’s programs at Huntsville Public Library — Including Irresistible Infants, Wonderful Ones, Terrific Twos and Threes, Fabulous Fours, Young Readers and the chess and Scrabble club. Registration forms are now available at the library or call Sarah at 789-5232 ext. 3408 to reserve a place for your child. Check the Huntsville Public Library Website at
www.huntsvillelibrary.net for programming information.

Every Saturday
Men’s Fraternity: The Quest For Authentic Manhood  — The 24-session study that started October 18 focuses on the primary issues that shape a man’s life. 6:45 to 8:30 a.m. at the Salvation Army Bracebridge Community Church, 456 Manitoba St., Bracebridge. For further details call Darryl at 705-646-2657. 

November 17
Blood Donor Clinic — Gravenhurst Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 290 Veterans’ Way, Gravenhurst, from 3 to 7 p.m. Donate red in honour of the men and women of the Canadian Forces.Call 1-888-2-DONATE. Canadian Blood Services. www.blood.ca.

November 17
Sprucedale and District Horticultural Society Meeting — The guest speaker will be Lynn McIntosh, Master Gardener. She will speak on Pioneer Gardening. This is also the evening of the annual elections. The doors will open at 7 p.m. at the Sprucedale Community Centre. Bring your coffee mug. Enjoy the free green table and refreshments. Everyone is welcome. For more information on the society visit http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/sprucedale/news/online/86.

November 18 to 22
Muskoka Arts & Crafts 5th Annual Mystery Art Sale — Who Art Thou? The event will be held at the Chapel Gallery, 15 King Street, Bracebridge. Previews: November 18 to 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The sale begins November 20 at 7 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. then continues November 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 705-645-5501, www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

November 20
Flu Shot Clinic — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Huntsville Centennial Centre.

November 20 to 22
Christmas Craft Show in Huntsville — Santa will be present at the Christmas craft show at Huntsville Place Mall. The event also features a toy and food drive. For further information call 705-789-3889 or www.huntsvilleplacemall.com.

November 20 to 23
A Gift to Last — The story of a real Christmas as told by grandfather to grandson. Based on the teleplay by Gordon Pinsent, directed by Derek Shelly and produced by Gregg Evans. Presented by the North Muskoka Players at the Algonquin Theatre, 37 Main St. E., Huntsville at 7 p.m. November 20 to 22 plus a 2 p.m. matinee November 23. Tickets: 705-789-4975 or www.algonquintheatre.ca.

November 20, 22 and 24
Disney’s Cinderella Kids — A HUB Productions presentation at Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. For tickets call 705-645-8400 or go to www.renemcaissetheatre.ca.

November 21
Nashville Opry — Starring George Hamilton the IV with special guests Aaron Solomon, Madison Kozak and the legendary Johnny Burke. 8 p.m. at Gravenhurst Opera House. All seats $24.50. Tickets: 705-687-5550.

November 21
Tree Lighting and Carol Sing in Bala — Welcome in the festive season. 7 to 8 p.m. at the Bala Community Centre. Hosted by the Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Info: 705-762-5663.

November 21, 22, 23 and 25
The Jungle Book — A HUB Productions presentation at Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. For tickets call 705-645-8400 or go to www.renemcaissetheatre.ca.

November 21 and 22
Parry Sound Arts & Crafts Society Christmas Arts & Crafts Show — Upstairs at the Bobby Orr Community Centre in Parry Sound from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

November 22
Gravenhurst Santa Claus Parade — The parade begins outside the Royal Canadian Legion at 11 a.m. and continues on Pinedale Road to Muskoka Road, then proceeds up Muskoka Road to Winewood Avenue, ending at the Centennial Centre where the children can meet with Santa. Interactive crafts, games and a free family skate will be held at the Centennial Centre from 2 to 4 p.m.

November 22
Trinity United Church Gravenhurst Annual Christmas Bazaar — Christmas crafts, white elephant table, wooden items, baked goods, deli and more at Trinity United Church, Gravenhurst from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch (sandwiches and goodies) $6.

November 22
Christmas Craft Sale — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Ullswater Community Hall. Christmas items, jewellery, baking, jams and jellies, meat pies, sewn items, Poppa Jim’s honey. Directions: Take Hwy. 141 to Dee Bank Road then left on Old Parry Sound Road. Proceeds to local charities. For further information contact Diane at 769-3714.

November 22
Used Book Sale — 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bracebridge Rotary Centre for Youth, Wellington St. To support Girl Guides national trip.

November 24
Blood Donor Clinic — Bracebridge Sportsplex, 110 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge, from 1 to 7:30 p.m. Donate red in honour of the men and women of the Canadian Forces.Call 1-888-2-DONATE. Canadian Blood Services. www.blood.ca.

November 28
Huntsville Santa Claus Parade — Starting at 7 p.m. the parade will wind its way through downtown Huntsville to Huntsville Place Mall. For more information call 705-789-4771.

November 28
A Quartette Christmas — A delightful mix of Christmas songs performed by Cindy Church, Caitlin Hanford, Gwen Swick and Sylvia Tyson. 8 p.m. at the Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. For tickets call 705-645-8400 or go to www.renemcaissetheatre.ca.

November 28
Tree Lighting and Carol Sing in Port Carling — Hosted by the Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce. 705-762-5663.

November 28 and 29
Ten Thousand Villages Sale — Fairly traded handcrafted items from Third World Countries. All Saints Parish Hall, Huntsville on November 28 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and November 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Marketed by Ten Thousand Villages, a non-profit program of Mennonite Central Committee.

November 29
Coffee House — Live music, $10 at the door and refreshments by donation. Muskoka Place Gallery, www.muskokaplace.ca or 1-888-311-ARTS.

November 29
The Brothers Grimm — A charming comical opera based on three well-known tales - Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood and Rumpelstiltskin. 1 p.m. at the Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. Tickets are $15 each. Call 705-645-8400 or go to www.renemcaissetheatre.ca.

November 29
An Evening with Eva Olsson, Holocaust Survivor — 7 p.m. at the Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. For tickets call 705-645-8400 or go to www.renemcaissetheatre.ca.

November 29
Holly Berry Tea — Bethune United Church will hold its annual Holly Berry Tea from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baysville Seniors’ Centre.

November 29 to December 20
Alloys of Sorts — New work by Matt and Melissa Church. Metal and organics. Chapel Gallery, 15 King St., Bracebridge. Open Tues. to Sat. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. 705-645-5501 or www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

November 29 and 30
Muskoka Arts and Crafts Christmas Show and Sale — The festive event at Monck Public School, Wellington Street, Bracebridge features 35 exhibitors. Open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission by donation. www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

December 5
Santa’s Moonlight Shopping Party and Festival of Lights — Downtown Bracebridge. Call (705) 645-3037 for more information.

December 6
Bala's Trek to Bethlehem — Come, share the magic of the Christmas miracle. Bala's streets are transformed into a biblical village where visitors journey back in time to experience the first Christmas. Any time after 5:30 p.m., come to the Bala Community Centre to begin your journey through the streets of Bala. At the end, come into Bala's arena and enjoy warmth and nourishment. There is no admission, however, donations are welcome.

December 6
A Christmas Carol — A dramatic reading of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will be held at the Rosseau Community Memorial Hall starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 each and available in Rosseau at The Craft Room, Rosseau Bakery and Variety Store, Rosseau Library and Rosseau General Store. Best suited to ages 12 and over. Presented by TD Canada Trust and CBC Radio.

December 6
Muskoka Children’s Choir & Inspiring Sounds Music Studio Annual Christmas Concert — Special guest performance by the Elderberries Choir. 6:30 p.m. at the Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, Bracebridge. For more info call 705-646-9791. After hall rental, profits will proceed to the Algonquin Child & Family Services.

December 6
A Celtic Christmas starring the Barra MacNeils  — 8 p.m. at the Algonquin Theatre, 37 Main St. E., Huntsville. Reserved seating, $41. Tickets: 705-789-4975 or www.algonquintheatre.ca

December 6
Gravenhurst Christmas Market — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gravenhurst Centennial Centre.

December 7
Bracebridge Santa Claus Parade — Manitoba Street, 1 p.m. This year’s theme is Make Dreams Real. To register a float visit www.bracebridgesantaparade.com or contact Steve Hammond at Hammond Transportation (705) 645-2201.

December 12
The Cellar Singers Christmas Performance — Handel’s Messiah featuring soloists and orchestra. St. Joseph’s Church, McMurray St., Bracebridge. For tickets call 705-645-4273 or 705-687-8078.

December 14
CBC’s Dicken’s "A Christmas Carol" — 1-888-311-ARTS.

December 20
Santafest 2008 — At Santa's Village, Bracebridge from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free with a donation to the toy drive or food bank. Activities include Crayola crafts, storytime with Santa's Elf, free facepainting, free hot chocolate and coffee, gingerbread decorating for $2, nativity animal petting area, marshmallow roasting and, of course, a visit with Santa.

December 20

Portage Flyer Christmas — From 5 to 8 p.m. at Muskoka Heritage Place in Huntsville. $3 per child; $5 per adult. Bundle up for a romantic open-coach train ride to see Santa, and your last chance to tell your side of the story! Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies (while supplies last) in a festive setting creating fun family traditions and lasting memories.