Special occasions bring additional financial strain for families experiencing hardship. Help families gather around the table to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. GBF will be supporting 250 local households with a Thanksgiving dinner, which includes the choice of Turkey, Ham, Vegetarian Option, the fixings, and dessert. A generous donation of $100 will sponsor a family’s Thanksgiving meal. Donations can be made in-store at 40 Elm Street, or online through www.gbfgrimsby.com.

The community is invited to celebrate the life and work of local artist Gordon Rose while supporting the Grimsby Public Art Gallery through the Gordon Rose Memorial Art Auction.

 Organized by Gordon’s son, Phil Rose, the online auction features a special collection of Gordon’s original artwork, with proceeds supporting the Grimsby Public Art Gallery. The collection includes works in watercolour, pastel, acrylic, scratchboard and photography, with many pieces inspired by Gordon’s love of nature, animals and the world around him.

 A longtime Grimsby resident, community volunteer and former President of the Grimsby Lakeside Pump House Artists, Gordon left a lasting legacy through both his community service and his art.

Bidding is now open and closes Friday, November 6, 2026, at 5 p.m

 View the collection and place your bid online: https://app.galabid.com/grimsby-art-gallery/items

The Thanksgiving Festival features all of your fall favourites! Ball’s Falls comes alive with 150+ unique craft and artisan vendors, delicious foods, craft beverages and wines, local farmers, live music, historical demonstrations, and guided nature hikes. Enjoy beautiful fall colours while shopping the handcrafted goods and make new family traditions.

Since 1992, Vineland ARTFest has been a staple school community fundraising event. The event has included vendors and exhibitors from around the province and beyond. Artisans showcase their crafts, fine art, music and foods to attendees over the Thanksgiving weekend. Thousands of visitors would travel from around Ontario to participate in this local event. Funds raised during this event supported students at Twenty Valley Public School.

Hand Crafted Holidays is open every week 11-4:30, Thursday-Sunday until Christmas! Shop from beautiful, handmade Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Easter decor while supporting Pets Alive Niagara!