Christmas is just around the corner, and Fanshawe Pioneer Village in nearby London, Ontario has some terrific events slated to celebrate a historic December.

Victorian Village Christmas will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 15-16. Fanshawe Pioneer Village is re-creating the magic and tradition of a Victorian Christmas, and guests can visit with St. Nicholas, play Victorian parlor games and make a traditional tree ornament. Hop aboard a horse-drawn wagon for a beautiful winter ride around the Village and visit a selection of buildings preparing for Christmas.

Artsphere Studio & Gallery will present a "War of 1812" art exhibit of original works by Rita Auerbach,  Robert Averill, Eugene Cunningham, Doreen DeBoth, John Montague and J. Tim Raymond.  Also included is a special "War on the Lakes" exhibit never before seen in the U. S.  Prints, posters, books, calendars and cards will be available on this subject.  

Artsphere will continue to have  its great selection of  fine art prints, pottery, jewelry, cutting boards, scarfs and many other items including the new 2013 Black Rock Heritage Trail calendar.   

The holiday season is just around the corner and that means there’s plenty of excitement at the Theodore Roosevelt Site as the 38th annual Victorian Christmas is about to begin.  Sensational Christmas decorations, unique holiday shopping boutiques, candlelight dinners, luncheons, vintage fashion shows and special entertainment are all part of the magic that takes place in early December at this historic mansion on Delaware Avenue.