We can all agree that it’s been a hot one this week in the Forest City… So here’s what you can do to take your mind off it this weekend!!

 

1. View some of the world’s coolest cars!

This Saturday and Sunday the Fleetwood Country Cruize-In drifts its way back to the Plunkett Estate for an automotive extravaganza! The show features thousands of show cars, live bands, exhibits and celebrity appearances. And best of all… it’s all for charity.

 

2. Your friends will be Green with envy

London’s largest and longest running community festival, the Gathering on the Green is this Saturday from 10am – 5pm. Over 120 crafters (all hand made and local), a charity BBQ with $1 HOT DOGS… Vegan Chilli!!! Snow cones, popcorn… even a tea garden. PLUS live music all day ride your bike and they will valet park it for you! How cool is that.

3. Help out our neighbours Curb Hunger

Starting on Friday, you can donate to the London Food Bank with the annual London Cares Curb Hunger Food Drive. There are 4 easy ways to participate:

  1. Donate at your neighborhood grocery store
  2. Donate at your local Fire Station
  3. On your Recycling Day… place a non-perishable food donation in a bag and set-out beside your Blue Box in the morning
  4. Grow-A-Row of produce for the London Food Bank. Sign up at londonfoodbank.ca

All donations will be accepted city-wide until Saturday, June 9, 2018!

 

4. Take a walk through your new (dream) Home!

The London Dream Lottery is almost 95% sold out which means you are running out of time to get that ticket that could WIN you your new DREAM HOME! The 3 Dream Homes are open this weekend (Friday 2 – 7pm and Saturday/Sunday 12 – 5pm.) CLICK HERE for maps & more info.

 

5. Enjoy a drink on the patio!

On Saturday, Crossings Pub & Eatery will be hosting a Molson patio party. On top of the delicious eats and drinks, there will be a British car show from 11am – 3pm with close to 50 – 100 classic British cars on display PLUS live music starting at 6pm.

6. Get your feet wet and set sail!

The Fanshawe Yacht Club is hosting their annual Open House Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 4pm. Admission is free, including entry into Fanshawe Conservation Area when attending this event. Be sure to bring a pair of soft soled shoes – running shoes would be great. A nylon wind breaker might come in handy if the wind is blowing, and don’t wear your Sunday best. Life jackets are supplied, and must be worn when you go out sailing.

 

7. See performances with artists from around the world!

The London Fringe returns for the 19th annual festival happening now until June 9. There are 9 venues in the city of London hosting shows. This ten-day festival features theater, visual art, music, dance, storytelling and over 50 different performances from artists all over the world.

 

8. Relive some nostalgia of the 80s with The Goonies!

The Blackfairs Neighborhood Association is bringing another FREE outdoor movie screening at Labbatt Park (And this time you won’t have to do the Truffle Shuffle to get in). This year’s feature will be The Goonies! Gate open at 8pm with washrooms available on site along with the concession stand open for snacks.

 

 

While you are out having FUN.. so will JACK 102.3! Look for our BIG FUN 2018 VW Atlas from Dalmar Motors at these events and more. If you know of an event that you think JACK 102.3 would like – SEND US THE DETAILS.

 

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