Friday
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships
All weekend @ Stratford Rotary Complex
Running Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Rotary Complex, some of the best young skaters in the province hit the ice to see who’s best. Admission is $10 per adult, $5 for seniors and students.
Star Party
7-10 p.m. @ Stratford Perth Museum
Explore the nightscape of the museum’s heritage trails with the Stratford Astronomy Group’s Star Party event. You can engage with local experts and check out the stars while learning about the twinkle behind the celestial world. Cost is $25 per family of four or $10 per person. Visit www.stratfordperthmuseum.ca for more information.
An Intimate Evening with Alan Cross
8:30 p.m. @ Revival House
Alan Cross is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaking, perhaps best known for his program The Ongoign History of New Music. He’ll be at Revival House to chat about all things music. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased via Ticketscene.ca.
LaSalle Vipers vs. Stratford Warriors
7:30 p.m. @ William Allman Arena
Can the Warriors take a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Vipers? Head for the Allman tonight at 7:30 p.m. for some exciting Junior B playoff action.
Saturday
Emilio’s A Million Chameleons
10:30-11:30 a.m. @ City Hall
Emilio runs a circus that boasts a million chameleons who are there to entertain with music, magic and amazement. Bring the family out for a fun time - tickets are available via Zeffy.com.
Stratford Book Fair & Makers Market
10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. @ Stratford Country Club
Head for the country club but leave your curling broom and golf clubs at home. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the pages of imagination at the book fair with over 30 authors, publishers and makers on site. For detailed information, email bookfair.ontario@gmail.com.
Women’s Welding Tech Night
6-9 p.m. @ Perth County Moto
Have you ever wanted to learn to weld? Conestoga College welding instructors Kendra and Jackie will be at Perth County Moto for this special session just for the ladies, complete with welding simulator! Visit www.perthcountymoto.com for more information.
Stratford Concert Choir: Her Song
7-8:30 p.m. @ The Avondale
The Stratford Concert Choir invites you to join them on a captivating journey as they shine a spotlight on some remarkable women composers through the ages. Tickets are $35 for adults, $25 for ages 18-25 and under 18 is free. Visit www.stratfordconcertchoir.org for more event details and ticket information.
Sunday
Maple Farm Tour & Pancake Brunch
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ McCully’s Hill Farm
What says spring more than hot pancakes with fresh maple syrup? Head for St. Marys and bring your appetite with you - it’s only $7.50 per person, $6.25 per head with families of four or more.
Tilbury Bluebirds vs. Stratford Fighting Irish
3:30 p.m. @ William Allman Arena
The Ontario Super Hockey League playoffs continue as Stratford and Tilbury battle it out in their second-round series. Game 4 returns to the Allman Sunday afternoon with the puck hitting the ice at 3:30 p.m.