Events

The 5 Senses Trail Walk
10 am
150 Main Street EAST, Palmerston  (Parking lot to the left of 150 main St. E)
Join the Minto Mapleton Family Health Team for a trail walk along the CNR Trail in Palmerston (Meeting at the green space by the old train in Palmerston). Great for anyone who is interested in incorporating movement and mindfulness into their wellness journey. This activity will be approximately 30 minutes in total.
Spaces available for 10-25 ppl.
FREE -Registration Required

HOPE Community BBQ
11am-2pm 
Downtown Mount Forest
(next to Plume’s Main Street Interiors)
Kick off the Lighthouse Wellness Festival with a free Community BBQ in downtown Mount Forest!
No individual registration required.
Only Groups are required to register via Eventbrite.
FREE (donations welcome)

Take and Make – Lighthouse Festival Craft
10 am – 5 pm
Mount Forest Library, 118 Main Street North, Mount Forest
Drop by during branch hours to make a lighthouse-themed craft. All supplies provided. This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25- 50 ppl. Open House come and go style.
FREE

Take and Make – Lighthouse Wellness Festival
10 am – 5 pm
Arthur Library, 110 Charles Street East, Arthur
Drop by during branch hours to make a lighthouse-themed craft. All supplies provided. This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 50- 100 ppl.
Open House come/ go style
FREE 

Take and Make – Lighthouse Craft
10 am – 5 pm
Clifford Library, 7 Brown Street North, Clifford
Join the Festival’s mental health initiative and brighten someone’s day with this lighthouse card. This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25- 50 ppl. Open house come and go style
FREE

Take and Make – Back to Hogwarts

10 am – 5 pm
Clifford Library, 7 Brown Street North, Clifford

Celebrate the back-to-school season with crafts and activities inspired by Harry Potters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. 

This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25-50 ppl. Open House come/ go style

FREE 

Shrink the Stigma with Shrinky Dinks

1pm – 4 pm
The Grove Hub, 390 Main St E, Palmerston

Drop in to make this fun craft with the staff at the Grove Hub. Everyone is welcome! Create your own unique piece using colour, melting materials and baking them to harden. Make one for yourself or as a gift!

FREE -No Registration Required.

Wood Chip Carving 101
1:30 - 3:30pm, Clifford Community Hall, Clifford
Learn to create your very own coaster in this introduction to wood chipping. Space available for 8 ppl.  A great idea for those looking for a new hobby.
FREE -Registration Required

Carnegie Café – Scrabble
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm,
Harriston Library 88 Mill Street, Harriston
Join us for a new activity or guest speaker every time. This month, learn about the origins of Scrabble, and sit down to a friendly game.
For Adults, spaces available for 5- 10 people
FREE 

Eating to Nourish Your Mind and Body
2-3pm, Mount Forest Family Health Team, Held at the Mount Forest Community Garden,
Mount Forest
Have you ever wondered how food can help to nourish not only our body, but also our mind? Come out to the Mount Forest Community Garden to learn about the positive impacts that eating well can have on our mental health and our bodies, with Alyson-Registered Dietician. We will use some of the fresh produce from the garden!
Free-Registration Required

What Wellness Means to Me
2-5pm, 88.7 The River, 248 Main St N,  Mount Forest
Visit our community radio station and participate in a recording session sharing what "Wellness Means" to you! 88.7 The River will broadcast these recordings following the festival.  Capacity: 20 people
FREE-Registration Required

Introduction To Bullet Journaling
3-6pm, Wellington County Learning Centre,  Arthur
This workshop is ideal for anyone who is looking to learn a creative way to write about their emotions, track self-care, sleep patterns, mood, or even what you are reading.
FREE-Registration Required

Movement for Well Being - MOTUS O
6-7pm 
Motus-O, 6880 sideroad 3 W, 
Mount Forest
Cynthia Croker will guide you through a stress relieving movement workshop for individuals of all ages (10 and up) that will replenish the soul. Capacity: 10 people
FREE-Registration Required

Intuitive Art Workshop
7-8pm Hybrid Hair and Detox, Mount Forest
Join Nelia for a creative workshop that incorporates visual meditation and journaling   - - - guiding you through a short meditation, followed by a creative practice, designed to help you connect with your inner self and tap into your joy. Let go of any preconceived expectations, and allow yourself to relax and have fun. No prior artistic skill is required and supplies will be provided.  Great for anyone looking to add journaling to their daily routine. Capacity: 8 people
$ 5 - Registration Required

Learn to Bullet Journal!
7-8pm, Harriston United Church
(side entrance),
Harriston
Join Brenda Atkin from Homewood Health Centre for this introduction to Bullet Journaling. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided! Enjoy trying something new and experiencing the creativity of this process. Space is limited to 15 people (16 yrs & over)
FREE-Registration Required

Yoga Flow
9-10am, Personal Empowerment Studio, Mount Forest
The class starts out slow getting in tune with the breath and body. As we pick up the pace, moving pose to pose still guided by the heath, start to awaken the Prana and truly see what your body is capable of.  
Free-Registration Required

Fit with Britt-Nutrition Chat for Kids
9-10am Mount Forest Library, 118 Main St N,
Mount Forest
Join Britt to discuss Canada's Food Guide, some of the differences between the old version and the new,  how grocery store layout, marketing on packages, practicing a food journal, and reflecting on what impacts what and when we eat." Kids/Youth ages 9-13
Free-Registration Required

Greeting Card Creation Workshop
9:30-10:30am,
Harriston Train Station
83 Arthur St. West, Harriston
Come and create two cards and take supplies home to create 2 more. All supplies needed for this workshop are provided free of charge.  All creative levels welcome, spaces available for 10 people
FREE -Registration Required

Nature Meditation Walk
10 am , Trailhead- Mount Forest & District Sports Complex, 850 Princess St, Mount Forest
The Mount Forest Green Team, invite you along, to not simply take a walk in the woods, but experience the conscious and contemplative practice of being immersed in the sights, sounds and smells of the forest.
Free-Requires Registration

Meditation  and Breath Work
10-11am, Renew Yoga,
Mount Forest
Join  Heather Reeves for this wellness experience as you are introduced to Yoga. She will gear this class to meet people where they are at and weave in meditation as a PAUSE.  PAUSE from the busy-ness and distraction of life. Regardless of age and health, most all of us require time and space to just Be. Time to restore, renew and rejuvenate. For ages 12 and up. Limited space.
Free-Registration Required

Take and Make – Back to Hogwarts
10 am – 5 pm
Clifford Library, 7 Brown Street North, Clifford

Celebrate the back-to-school season with crafts and activities inspired by Harry Potters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. 

This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25-50 ppl. Open House come/ go style

FREE 

Kick Off to Fall!

10 am – 2 pm
First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus St N  , Mount Forest

Come join us for a BBQ, Bouncy Castle and Illusionist David Macfarlane. A fun family event for everyone! All ages welcome! 

FREE-Open House Style 

Take and Make – Lighthouse Festival Craft
10 am – 5 pm
Mount Forest Library, 118 Main Street North, Mount Forest
Drop by during branch hours to make a lighthouse-themed craft. All supplies provided. This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25- 50 ppl. Open House come and go style.
FREE

Take and Make – Lighthouse Craft 10 am – 5 pm
Clifford Library, 7 Brown Street North, Clifford
Join the Festival’s mental health initiative and brighten someone’s day with this lighthouse card. This is a drop-in activity available during open hours on September 8 and 9. All ages, space for 25- 50 ppl. Open house come and go style
FREE

Learn to Bullet Journal!
10-11am, Hybrid Hair & Detox(upstairs), 183 Main St S
Mount Forest
Join Brenda Atkin from Homewood Health Centre for this introduction to Bullet Journaling. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided! Enjoy trying something new and experiencing the creativity of this process. Space is limited to 12 people (16 yrs & over)
FREE-Registration Required

Volunteering  for Wellness
10 am-11am , Mount Forest Museum & Archives, 102 Main St S , Mount Forest
Visitors will learn how volunteering can improve mental wellness. Hear about the possible volunteer roles and activities at the Museum & Archives. A Question & Answer discussion will follow with, active volunteers who are happy to share their experiences as well as their reasons for volunteering.  
Free-No Registration Required

Make and Take: Lighthouse Wellness Festival
10am-3pm Arthur Library,
Arthur
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. All ages.
FREE 

Carnegie Café - Introduction to Mindfulness
10:30-11:30 am
Mount Forest Library, Mount Forest
Join us for a new activity or guest speaker every time. This month, we explore the basics of mindfulness.
FREE - Registration Preferred

Gemstone Bracelet Making: Encouraging Positive Mindsets
11am-4pm Art Arrows, 106 Main Street S, Mount Forest
Join Leanne for this open house style bracelet making activity. Mini workshops will be offered throughout the day, taking about 10-20 minutes. Note: Be prepared for a short wait if you arrive while another group is in progress. Come and Go Style.
$5-No Registration Required

Family Fun Fest

11 am – 3 pm
Mount Forest Pentecostal Church, 7259 Fergus St. South , Mount Forest

All ages welcome! All families in Mount Forest and nearby areas are invited! Join us for a day of pure fun at the Family Fun Fest.   There will be games, food, entertainment, and memories waiting to be made. Bring the whole gang for an unforgettable time together!

FREE-Open House Style 

Mind Body Spirit Restorative Yoga & Breathing
11:30-12:30pm, Hybrid Hair & Detox Spa, 183 Main St S
Mount Forest
Restorative yoga is a style of yoga that encourages physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace, focusing on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing. Limited to 6 participants.
FREE-Registration Required

At the Movies-Elemental
12pm-1:35pm Clifford Library,
Clifford
Join us for a showing of Elemental. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn!
FREE -Registration Required

Dungeons and Dragons
12:45-2:45pm Harriston Library,
Harriston
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds. FREE -Registration Required

Fit with Britt-The Role Nutrition Plays in Physical & Mental Well Being
1-2pm Hybrid Hair & Detox Spa, 183 Main St S
Mount Forest
Join Britt for this discussion and discover simple ways you can make positive changes in your everyday nutrition and wellness.  Parents...The perfect discussion for the beginning of the school year. Capacity for 12 adult participants.
Free-Registration Required

Rose Rituals Wellness-Beginner Yoga
1-2pm, 7497 sdrd 7 W, Kenilworth
Join Alanna for this Slow Flow Yoga class. She will modify poses for beginners. Please bring your own Yoga mat. Some mats available if you don't have one. Space is very limited:  6 participants. Ages 12 and over.  
FREE-Registration required.

Recovery-Be a light in Someone's Storm with Donna McFarlane
2:30-3:30pm, Hybrid Hair & Detox Spa, 183 Main St S
Mount Forest
Join Donna and others from Recovery International Canada who will share the valuable insights gained through this self help support. Hear more about this program, and some tips and tools for everyday wellness.   
FREE-No Registration Required

Craft and Create: Painting Party!
1pm-3:30pm Arthur Library,
Arthur
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project. All ages.
FREE -Registration Required

Rise 15 th Year Anniversary Open House
1-4pm, Rise Combat and Fitness, 198 Main St N,  Mount Forest
Join us as we mark this milestone. Come see how we engage mind and body to maintain overall wellness everyday. Try some moves, meet a friend, learn something new.
Open House Style-No Registration Required

Mindful Masterpieces-Finding Peace
2-4pm, Mount Forest United Church, Mount Forest
Join Laurie Aitken and Janice Benson for this engaging  collage art experience.   Explore how you can use different elements to express your creativity.
$5-Registration Required

Herbal Tea Party with Lior
3-5pm, Mount Forest Community Garden, 451 Foster St,  Mount Forest
Join Lior Sabach of Two Pines Herbals for a sampling and discussion of various herbal teas and their benefits, with emphasis on how easy it is to grow some of them in the garden or containers for future use. Held as a "bring your own mug" tea party at the Mount Forest Community Garden. Pedestrians enter off of Foster St. Vehicles, enter off of Sligo Road..
Free-Openhouse Style- Registration Required

Kickz with Kelly
1pm-8pm, Rise Combat and Fitness, 198 Main St N,  Mount Forest
As part of the Lighthouse Wellness Festival, we will be hosting our kick a thon for the brain tumour foundation of Canada. Come be part of this fundraiser and feel great while giving back.
Open House Style-No Registration Required

Just Smudge It
11am-12 noon   Mount Forest Community Garden, Mount Forest
This is an opportunity to be connected to the Earth and your Spirit, in the original ways. You deserve to spend some time to honour your Self. And to express your gratitude for everything around you.  
FREE-Registration Required

Ecstatic Dance
1-2pm  Personal Empowerment Studio, Mount Forest
A form of dance in which the dancers, sometimes without the need to follow specific steps, abandon themselves to the rhythm and move freely as the music takes them, leading to trance and a feeling of freedom. There is no judgment and space to move, play, connect, sweat, stretch, sound, unwind, renew, release, improvise, or transform.
FREE-Registration Required

Guided Meditation
2:30pm-3:30pm  Personal Empowerment Studio, Mount Forest
Come and relax in our calming space as we guide you through a meditation to prepare you for the week ahead. Let go of the stresses of daily life and rest in a meditation practice that is both easy and enjoyable.  
FREE-Registration Required

HopeTALKS
1-3:30pm  Norgan Theatre, 275 Main St W  Palmerston
HopeTALKS is the closing event of the Lighthouse Wellness Festival 2023. Join us for this thought provoking series. Stories that move us, engage us, make us think (doors open at 12:30).  $20 per ticket
(tickets at the door only if available Sept 10)