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Showing posts with label events. Show all posts

Sunday, 6 December 2015

Chocolates & Truffles

Order your Gourmet Chocolates and Truffles for your holiday giftgiving, or Party platters.

You can order as few or as many as you wish to make your holiday extra special.

At Sweet Distractions we aim to please, and can make holiday sweets platters for your Christmas entertaining, or gift giving this Christmas.

Talk to Lisa and Eva at Sweet Distractions to place your order in time for the holidays.


16 Mill St West 
ELora, Ontario 
519-846-9918

Wednesday, 2 December 2015

While Sugar Plums Danced in their Heads


When it comes to Christmas candies and treats, there is only one place to go.
We have all of the Christmas candies you are looking for including 
Sugar Plums. 



Make their Christmas complete - and perfect by visiting us in Elora, for all of your Christmas sweets.

Eva Lochner / Lisa Bilinski 

Thursday, 12 March 2015

Frocks & Sweets Event in ELORA March 20th


Our friends at Frock & Dilettante are hosting a "Ladies Night" party on March 20th, 2015 at their shop in the Elora Mews 3-45 Mill St West, Elora Ontario.

Meet Canadian designers Dagg & Stacey

Sweets will be served and there will be prizes to be won!

Drop in anytime between 5pm & 8pm

The designers will briefly speak at 6:30 about their collections and you will be welcome to place custom orders with the designer.

RSVP with any food allergies to...


Refreshments provided by: 



Sweet Distractions: Elora's Candy Boutique
16 Mill St West Elora, ON
519-846-9918

Tuesday, 19 November 2013

Starlight Shopping Event in ELORA

This Thursday and Friday November 21st & 22nd, get a head start on your Christmas shopping by visiting the Historic Village of Elora, Ontario
Between 5-9 pm on both nights, the shops and restaurants of Elora will be holding their annual Starlight Shopping Event. There will be great discounts, give-aways, treats, and events to delight everyone in your family. 
Elora has an amazing blend of distinctive shops that carry a variety of unique and one of a kind items that are sure to be a hit with everyone on your Christmas list. 




This radio commercial was made by Elora BIA member Terri - owner of Sweet Trash Vintage Salon - at 65 Metcalfe St in Elora, Ontario

Friday, 18 October 2013

Best Hallowe'en Haunts: Elora Ontario

Since 1996 - Tim Murton's Twilight Zoo has been Haunting the residents of,  and visitors to Elora, Ontario. 
This year it is bigger and better than ever.
Tim Murton's creatures are taking over the entire village of Elora in an amazing display that will be best seen in a walking tour.
There are sculptures on almost every business, many homes, and public parks throughout Elora for you to see, and pose for pictures with while you enjoy the beauty of Elora.
Days Out Ontario has recently published a list of the Best Hallowe'en Hauntings in Ontario, and Elora made the top of the list thanks to Tim Murton's Twilight Zoo.


Sweet Distractions
Come in to Sweet Distractions: Elora's Candy BOO-Tique for a sweet treat. 

Sunday, 22 September 2013

Elora-Fergus Studio Tour

Do you love art?
Well be sure you don't miss out on this years Elora-Fergus Studio Tour.
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This yearly event showcases many of the amazingly talented artists, craftspeople, and sculptors that call Elora and Fergus home.
This year's tour runs the weekends of September 28 & 29th, and October 5th & 6th from 10am -5pm.
"Here's your chance to get a look behind the scenes. Take a self-guided tour and meet artists where they live and work. Many artists and craftspeople will open their studios for two consecutive fall weekends.The Studio Tour is completely free of charge. You'll get a chance to meet directly with the artists, and often see work not shown in gallery settings. You'll visit the working spaces of both established and emerging artists, from basements to self contained studios."
Be sure to visit their website for more information on the tour, maps, directions, and profiles of the artists featured on the tour.   http://www.elorafergusstudiotour.com/

Sunday, 7 April 2013

Antique Show


The Elora Spring Antique Show is returning for it's 22nd year.

Antique dealers and vendors from all over Ontario will be participating in this years show.
Whether you are into depression glass, wood carvings, Inuit art, vintage jewelry, or collectibles; this is the place to be.

The Elora Antique Show runs from April 20-21st and the Elora Community Centre 60 David St W.
Hours:  Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm / Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
Admission: adults $7.00, children under 13 free
Be sure to come to Elora for what promises to be an amazing Antiques Show and Sale.  


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Monday, 19 November 2012

Sumerta Designs Returns

Just in time for your Christmas shopping, our Friends at Sumerta Designs will be joining us at Sweet Distractions for a return engagement.
Join us the weekend of November 23-25 as part of their Happy Holidays! Trunk Tour.
They will be showcasing their wood carvings and Art, their Jewelry collection from Artefna Creations, as well as their collection of hand crafted Christmas ornaments.
This is a perfect opportunity to check out some unique and hand made gift ideas for that special someone on your Christmas Shopping list.



Wednesday, 17 October 2012

Scare Fair in Elora

Looking for something fun to do with the family for Halloween?
Why not come to Elora, Ontario on the weekend of October 19-21st and check out Monster Month in Elora?
There is a spooktacular fair, games, events, food, and more. The highlight of this event is the "Twilight Zoo". a collection of creepy creatures lovingly crafted by Elora's own very talented artist Tim Murton
Tim has even been featured on Martha Stewart's Halloween Special 2011.  The Zoo is open every day, but might be best viewed after the sun goes down.
Twilight Zoo, Elora Ontario

Monday, 20 August 2012

Riverfest Elora

Riverfest Elora is this Saturday, August 25th, 2012
Come down to Bissell Park in Elora for what promises to be a fun time for everyone.
This is Elora's annual celebration of music and community.
Information on the festival, and how to get tickets can be found here.
Sweet Distractions Candy boutique will have a tent at the festival, so please drop by and visit us.

Elora Riverfest

Thursday, 16 August 2012

Elora Culinary Walking Tour

Come join us for the Elora Culinary Walking Tour
Saturday August 18th at 1PM.
We look forward to seeing you.