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Shopping for Valentine’s Day in Westboro Village
Are you looking for a handmade gift for your two sweethearts? Come to The Village Quire in Westboro! It really doesn’t get any cuter than matching mittens. Made from upcycled sweaters, these mittens have been hit all winter. And now…
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Now Carrying Queenie Cards
We’re pleased to announce that The Village Quire is Now stocking, Queenie Cards. Made in Canada! Do you have a witty kid on your list this month? Someone who loves ketchup on everything? You’re Awesomesauce is perfect! Take a look…
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Rosie Made A Thing! A new, funny card line at The Village Quire
By all accounts, when you are window shopping in Westboro Village, you are stopping and laughing at the cards that are on display in our window. Rosie Made A Thing ($6, Blank Inside) make you laugh out loud and then…
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Shop Party Supplies at The Village Quire
Are you planning a party this holiday season? Why not set the tone with a pretty paper invitation. We have loads of choice. From classy and elegant to quirky and cute, stop by our little store in Westboro for some…
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Saturday October 27 find yourself in Westboro Village!
Saturday October 27 find yourself in Westboro Village! My kids and I are big fans of Wickedly Westboro! It’s the annual Halloween event happening along Richmond Road. You’ll find jack-o-lanterns lining the sidewalks and businesses handing out goodies to trick-or-treaters.…
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Gift Wrapping in Westboro Village
Did you know we offer gift wrapping? And did you know it is complimentary? All you need to do is choose the wrap and ribbons and we’ll do the rest. The Village Quire has all kinds of wrapping paper and…
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September Events
Come see what events we have in-store this September at The Village Quire! See Events
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Back to School
It’s crazy-making to think back-to-school promotions have been in full swing since the middle of July. But that they were. Something I love about shopping local, is you and I both agree there is no way we’re going to shop…
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Meri Meri Party Supplies
Shop Birthday Supplies! Get ready to party with coordinated party supplies featuring Meri Meri Party. The Village Quire in Westboro is here to inspire you with a theme that celebrates the special moments in your life! We stock the very…
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Empathy Cards
Many of you know Emily McDowell’s line of empathy cards. These cards are frank and honest. They cut to the chase and deliver a message that many of us relate to. These are the greeting cards you give when words…
Read MoreShop for Mom at The Village Quire
Whether you spend Mother’s Day brunching or in the garden or just relaxing, I am pretty sure this year will be a little different for many of us. There won’t be family pictures in front of the tulips this year…
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Bullet Journal 101
Come learn the in’s and out’s of bullet journalling.
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Are you planning a Green Christmas?
Many of us are making big changes to how we gift this year. The Climate Crisis is top of mind for many of us and here, at The Village Quire, we want you to know we have festive options for the upcoming gifting season!
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Sweet ideas for Thanksgiving!
I know what you are going to say….but I love an old school recipe box. For sure I still use Pinterest and I pop open my laptop or the family iPad regularly when looking for something to make for dinner.…
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What’s Happening in August At The Village Quire
Promotions, new gifts and other items now in-store at The Village Quire.
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Shop for Mom at The Village Quire!
The weather looks promising this Mother’s Day Weekend. The promise of a sunny, spring day begs for these Rifle Paper Co. Party Supplies. Want to see more? Head to our online shop and check out all the pretty things we’ve…
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Ready for Spring? Same here!
Have you shopped in Westboro Village lately?? The sidewalks are free from ice and, like you, we are all itching to prop our doors open and let the warm spring air in! Mother Nature, of course, has other plans for…
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Enviro-friendly options at The Village Quire!
If you are a fan of Nu Grocery up the road in Wellington West, then we have something in common. I can’t honestly say that The Village Quire is going completely waste-free, but stores like Nu and terra20 are definitely…
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Keeping a Gratitude Journal
The practice of keeping a gratitude journal is not new. Keeping a list of all the things we are thankful for can help reduce stress and contribute to an overall sense of calm. In fact, for me, recognizing what I…
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Spring Will Come
Spring. It feels a bit elusive this week, don’t you think? The shops are filling up with bright colours and cute clothes begging for warmer temperatures. I even read that “spring is just around the corner”. I beg to differ.…
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