St. Thomas residents will find a concentrated slate of community activities and entertainment across the city and county over the next 48 hours, from a milestone anniversary celebration to library programs and live music at local venues.
Business networking and milestone celebrations
The Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre hosts its annual Bridges to Better Business event this week, returning with a Bridgerton-inspired theme aimed at local entrepreneurs and business owners. The event is part of an ongoing push by municipal and regional economic-development partners to connect emerging businesses with established local networks and supports.
Also on Thursday evening, community members are invited to an open house marking Briwood Farm Market’s 35th anniversary. The celebration runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the CASO Station and is co-hosted by 94.1 myFM and Hometown St. Thomas Magazine. Finger foods will be provided and a cash bar will be available.
- Bridges to Better Business — date: Thursday; Bridgerton theme; hosted by Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre.
- Briwood Farm Market 35th Anniversary Open House — Thursday, 6–9 p.m., CASO Station; food and cash bar.
Library programming and family events
The St. Thomas Public Library continues its regular weekly offerings with Tech Talk, a drop-in session for residents seeking help with devices and digital skills. Tech Talk runs every Thursday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the library board room and welcomes all skill levels.
On Thursday evening the library is also hosting Chat, then Chill from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The format splits into a 30-minute conversation about current reads followed by an hour of quiet, shared reading — an approachable option for adults who want to combine social time with uninterrupted reading.
For families with infants, Baby Storytime returns on Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The program is designed for babies who cannot yet walk and focuses on early literacy through gentle stories, songs and rhymes.
Live music and markets
Local stages and venues offer multiple live-music options this weekend. The Devin Cuddy Band performs at the Princess Ave Playhouse on Friday, with hometown musician Nick Ewanick opening the show. Railway City Brewing Co. continues its weekly live-music series on Friday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Shoppers can also visit a Craft & Yard Market at Grand Central Place on Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., which showcases local artisans and small vendors.
| Event | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briwood Farm Market 35th Anniversary Open House | Thursday | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | CASO Station |
| Tech Talk (weekly) | Thursday | 2:30–3:30 p.m. | St. Thomas Public Library, Board Room |
| Chat, then Chill | Thursday | 6:30–8:00 p.m. | St. Thomas Public Library |
| Baby Storytime | Friday | 10:30–11:00 a.m. | St. Thomas Public Library |
| Craft & Yard Market | Friday | 4:00–7:00 p.m. | Grand Central Place |
| Devin Cuddy Band | Friday | Evening | Princess Ave Playhouse |
| Railway City Brewing Co. — Live Music | Friday | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | Railway City Brewing Co. |
"If you have a local event you want the community to know about — submit the details at StThomasToday.ca,"
Local sports fans should note the St. Thomas Stars host Sarnia in Greater Ontario Hockey League action on Friday with puck drop scheduled for 7:30 p.m., a regular draw for families and hockey supporters across the community.
These events reflect the mix of cultural, family and economic activity that continues to animate St. Thomas and Elgin County: small-business networking, neighbourhood markets, accessible library programming and live entertainment. For many residents, the coming days offer opportunities to reconnect with neighbours, support local merchants and enjoy live music without leaving the city.
Community organisations and event hosts are encouraged to share listings with local outlets to ensure calendars stay current and residents have every chance to participate.
