Upcoming Events

We’re looking forward to a great week ahead! Below is a roundup of upcoming local events submitted to us. If we missed an event, please let us know so we can add it!

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Burford Garage Sales

Saturday, September 12, 2026 — 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Farm Crawl

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Jennifer Kyle will be at Moore Farms.

BrantVotes: The Podcast – Talk with John Bell

Wednesday September 16th at 1:15 PM

SATO SAVED CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT!

Friday, September 18, 2026 — 11:30 AM

Scotland – Meet and Greet with CHET

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 — 5:00 PM

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Watch: Brantford—Brant South candidates debate

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Brant engage
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