Saturday, July 6, 2024

Area Beaches & Provincial Parks


☀️ Port Stanley 

        πŸ–️ Main Beach *accessible* 348 Edith Cavell Blvd

        πŸ–️ Little Beach 181 Main St

        πŸ–️ Erie Rest Beach Edith Cavell Blvd

        πŸ–️ Pumphouse Beach Edith Cavell Blvd


☀️ Port Burwell

πŸ–️ Main Beach 1 Robinson St

🏞️ Provincial Park 9 Wilson Ln


☀️ Port Bruce

πŸ–️ Main Beach & Provincial Park 3360 Imperial Rd, Aylmer


☀️ Port Glasgow Beach 

        πŸ–️ 8536 Haven’s Lake Rd, Rodney


☀️ Wallacetown Provincial Park 

        πŸž️ 29424 Lakeview Ln, Wallacetown


☀️ Springwater Conservation Area Beach 

        πŸ–️ 8079 Springwater Rd, Aylmer





Saturday, November 18, 2023

2023 Ainslee's Annual A-Z Local Holiday Shopping Guide


2023

Ainslee's Annual A-Z

Local Holiday Shopping Guide



Apron from Choices at Crockers

Beeswax Candle from Wildflower Honey

Coffee from Union General Coffee

Donation to a Local Charity like Hospice of Elgin or Project Tiny Hope

Engraved Cutting/Charcuterie Board from A Beam Above Laser Engraving

Facial from Shift Beauty / Wholeness Spa

Gesso paint prep from The Craft Hive

Hot Sauce from Big Dog Smokey Hot Sauce

Ice Bucks from The Ice Box (used at our Arena Concessions!)

Jams from Bluegroves Farm

Krampus Art Glass from Revival Studio

Locally Crafted & Poured Candles from 2 Dogs Candles or Delightfully Pure Candles

Mystery Novels from Lockwood Books

Natural Make Up from Store House Port Stanley

Oracle Cards from Purely Wicked

Painted Portrait from Kristina at Upside Downie

Quintessential Insignia Bracelet from Campbell II

Rack for your bike from St.Thomas Cycles

Sweet Treats Box from Kate's Cafe & Sweet Treats 

Toppl Puzzle toys for your furry family member from Oh My Fur & Whiskers 

Update Family Photos with CVD Photography

Vinyl Records from Records and Relics or Dark Matter

Water Pitcher from Yellow Brick Pottery

Xtremely easy dinner from Salt & Pepper Meals

Year Pass to UnBEElievable fun from Clovermead

Zwilling Pro Knives from Pepper Tree Spice Co


PLUS SO MANY MORE.

ELGIN COUNTY HAS MANY GREAT LOCAL SHOPS!


HAVE SOMETHING YOU ARE LOOKING FOR? 

MESSAGE ME TO HELP YOU FIND IT LOCALLY!
 

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM 

TO SEE HOW WE ARE SHOPPING LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.

 

#SHOPELGIN #SHOP519 #STTHOMASPROUD

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Flavours of the World - St.Thomas & Area

 πŸ½️ Flavours of the World πŸ—Ί️

in St.Thomas & Elgin County

🐘

Caribbean ✦ Taste of Caribbean - 59 Talbot St E, Aylmer

Chinese  Mr & Mrs Bao - 546 Talbot St

Greek  Greek & Go - 245 S Edgeware Rd

Indian  Wayside Dining & Bar - 10680 Sunset Dr

Japanese  Plaza Sushi - 877 Talbot St

Mediterranean  Shebaz’s Shawarma & Falafel - 43 Ross St

Mexican  Bella Jack’s - 437 Talbot St

Thai  Lotus Thai - 295 Talbot St


Let us know which ones you loved!

Bon appΓ©tit πŸ‘©πŸ»‍🍳





Tuesday, November 22, 2022

2022 Ainslee's Annual A-Z Local Holiday Shopping Guide

 



Ainslee's Annual A-Z

Local Holiday Shopping Guide



When you shop local you, you support friends & family.
.
So, why not do all your Christmas shopping this year locally. 
Here is a quick way to get started with ideas from A-Z.


 

 

Antique Books from Lockwood Books

Bike Accessories from St.Thomas Cycles

Custom Tee from The Rustic Gal

Donation to a local charity like Hospice of Elgin

Enamel Pins from Revival Studio

Family Name Sign from Inspired Art by Ashley

Glass Jewelry from Barefoot On Erie

Honey from Wildflowers Honey

Iron Gardening Tools from Medlyn Studio

Journal from Purely Wicked

Key Chain from Blushing Beads

Live Edge Shelf from Everwoods



Origami Paper from The Craft Hive

Porch Family Photos from CVD Photography

Quality Roasted Coffee from Las Chicas Coffee/Streamliners Espresso Bar

Rope Toys for your furry family member from Oh My Fur & Whiskers

Shun Knives from Pepper Tree Spice Co

Travel Size Soaps, Lotions & more from Butter Me Up Soap Co

Updated Hair Cut from Laura at The Order Hall of Hair

Vault Candle from Burning Vault Candles

Wanakome Hoodie from Mugford's Shoes & Clothing

Xylophone from Campbell II

Yarn & Needles from Little Red Mitten

Zangle! Games from Given Shop



Then have it all wrapped up by Wrap It Up By Lynn



Plus so MANY more.

Elgin County has many great local shops!


Have something you are looking for? 

Message me to help you find it locally!
 

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram 

to see how we are shopping local this holiday season.

 

#ShopElgin #Shop519 #StThomasProud

Saturday, July 16, 2022

Unique/Specialty Stores in St.Thomas & Elgin County

 Head out to check out some of the coolest shops around!

This was a mailer we sent last year but know that many loved it so thought we would re-visit it. 

Check out some of these Unique/Specialty Stores in St.Thomas & Elgin County.

If we forgot a great store, leave us a comment so we can add it to the list!


Purely Wicked - Witchy Wears, Harry Potter, Metaphysical

633 Talbot St, St.Thomas


St.Thomas Cycle - All Things Cycling

154-1 Fifth Ave, St.Thomas


Little Red Mitten - Yarn, Knitting, Crochet & more

86 Talbot St, St.Thomas


Butter Me Up - Handmade Soaps & Skin Care

30 Talbot St W, Aylmer


Oh My Fur & Whiskers - Most Interesting Pet Store

257 Talbot St, St.Thomas


Clovermead - Honey, Bees, & Adventures

11302 Imperial Rd, Aylmer


Fan of the Sport - Sports Memorabilia

417 Wellington St, St.Thomas


Pepper Tree Spice Co - Fine Spices & Artisan Seasoning

223 Colborne St, Port Stanley


Spare Moment’s - Craft Supplies

530 Talbot St E, Aylmer


Medlyn Studio - Stained Glass & Metal Works

643 Talbot St, St.Thomas


Given Shop - Eco Friendly & Kids Store

730 Talbot St, St.Thomas


Mugford’s Shoes - Shoes & Footwear

429 Talbot St, St.Thomas


Oasis Beads - Beads Galore

417 Wellington St, St.Thomas


Steed & Co - Lavender Goodies

47589 Sparta Line, Aylmer


…and many more!




Sunday, February 27, 2022

5 Low/No Cost Things to do in StT&Elgin in Winter


ONE: Winter Walk πŸ₯Ύ

                    Beach walk at one of our beautiful beaches
                    Hike one of the many Trails throughout Elgin County 
                    St.Thomas Walking Tour
                                Historical Tour (pg34) or Railway Experience

TWO: Skating ⛸

                    Outdoor Skating Rink in St.Thomas
                    Indoor Skating at one of our many arenas
                                        St.Thomas, Port Stanley, Belmont, Aylmer

THREE: Road Trip πŸš™

                    To see the frozen lake or to check out the barn quilts

FOUR: Experience a New Restaurant 🍽

                    In St.Thomas or Elgin County 

FIVE: Visit the Library πŸ“–

                    Find a new book, explore new technology (think 3D printing & more)



Have more ideas? Let us know!

Monday, November 15, 2021

Annual Holiday Shopping Guide 2021

Holiday Shopping ideas from A-Z that are all from local businesses!

 

 

When you shop local, you support friends and families.


So, why not do all your Christmas shopping this year locally. Here is a quick way to get started with ideas from A-Z

 
Shop Small Business
 

 

Antler Chew for your furry family member from Oh My Fur & Whiskers

Books from Lockwood Books

Candles from Miles & Ellis Co

Dinner Charcuterie Board from Cravings By Taylor

Eucalyptus Bath Salts from Butter Me Up Soap Co

Flower Subscription from Harris Flower Farm

Glass Jewelry from Barefoot On Erie

Honey from Wildflowers Honey

Ice Bucks from The Ice Box

Jambalaya (or another gourmet meal) from Catering By James Meadows

Key Chain from Blushing Beads

Live Edge Shelf from Everwoods

Macroons (They have Dairy Free ones too) from Seed Confections

Notebooks from Campbell II

Oracle Cards from Purely Wicked

Porch Family Photos from CVD Photography

Quality Roasted Coffee from Las Chicas Coffee/Streamliners Espresso Bar

Rare Earth Facial from White Feather Spa


Tattoo Time from Golden Clover Tattoo Co

Updated Hair Cut from Laura at The Order Hall of Hair

Vault Candle from Burning Vault Candles

Welcome Sign from Inspired Art by Ashley

Xtremely easy dinner from Salt & Pepper Meals

Yarn & Needles from Little Red Mitten

Zombie Pug Calendar from A Handmade Tale



Then have it all wrapped up by Wrap It Up By Lynn



Plus so MANY more, Elgin County has many great local shops!


Have something you are looking for? 

Message me to help you find it locally!
 

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram 

to see how we are shopping local this holiday season.

 

#ShopElgin #Shop519 #StThomasProud