Community Columns May 15
Table of Contents
- Arden
- Battersea/Storrington
- Cloyne - Northbrook
- Denbigh
- Godfrey
- Harlowe
- Harrowsmith
- Henderson
- Inverary
- Maberly-Bolingbroke
- Ompah
- Parham-Tichborne
- Perth Road
- Plevna
- Sydenham
- Snow Road
- Sharbot Lake
- Verona
Arden
by Brent Fehr
ATM located in Lobby of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 334, For your convenience, it’s accessible during Legion operating hours
"New" Community Coffee Time @ Arden Legion - 1st Saturday of Every Month - 10am to noon.
May 17th - Fireworks @ 9pm! Bring the family to Kennebec Recreation Park (Behind the Post Office) on Victoria Day Saturday Night @ 9pm (Rain date: Sunday, May 18 @ 9pm). Hosted by Kennebec Recreation Committee & Central Frontenac Fire Rescue Services, Stations 1 & 2 Firefighters. Canteen will be open, Free will donation jar at the Entrance & Canteen. Your free will donations help pay for the show. Information: Lynn Klages 613-305-0953 or [email protected].
May 2-4 - Yard Sale - Hurry to reserve your table for the community yard sale. Mark it in your calendar for the annual Springwood Cottage Resort Community Yard Sale and BBQ on Saturday May 24. Limited table space available and indoor vendor space could be set up for inclement weather. Please contact [email protected] to reserve a spot for $20. This is a fundraiser for the Kennebec Lake Association, with a cash canteen for the Arden United Church. Yard Sale location: 1018 Blue Heron Ridge Rd, Arden, ON K0H1B0.
June 1st - Music! Please join us for a relaxing Sunday afternoon 2PM concert at Arden United Church featuring a violin and piano duo. Feel the magic of live music, and share a memorable experience filled with joy, romance, passion and heart-tugging melodies. Admission by free will donation. Snacks, coffee and tea social to follow.
Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey
Build a birdhouse! On Saturday, May 17th from 10 am to noon at 3683 Moreland Dixon Road. Learn about the plants and habitats favoured by various birds as you tour the property of Jeff & Sue Peters, Orbit Valley Farm with local birder, Jack Stazac. All welcome! There will be an opportunity for 20 people to build a birdhouse to take home. Cost $5 for supplies and bring your hammer. Pre-register to build a birdhouse by email to [email protected]
Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper
News from the Cloyne Recreation Club: “Let’s Go! Meet the Machine is back for another year! On to our next adventure! June 14, 2025 10am-12pm Barrie Township Hall & NAEC Parking Lot. VEHICLES WANTED! Message Teri Woods on Facebook call or text 613-336-9100.”
The Little Church Thrift Store is now open. It is open Tuesdays and Thursdays10:00 - 2:00. Half price sale the last Tuesday and Thursday of the month. Gently used clean items appreciated for donations. If interested in volunteering please call 613 336 8104 and leave your name and number.
St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Flinton is having Church Garage Sale Fundraiser! Saturday, May 17th from 8am to 1pm Hope to see you there! Donations accepted. MORE VENDORS WANTED! Spots are filling up but there is always room for more! For the 2nd Summer Spectacular Outdoor Market Fundraiser at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Flinton! Date: Saturday, June 7th, 2025. Time: 10 AM - 2 PM If you're interested in being a vendor or have any questions, please contact Maude at [email protected] or call/text 905-449-2160 for your vendor package.
The Cloyne Pioneer Museum and Archives are inviting you to their next meeting on Monday, May 19th at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome! They will also discuss the last-minute details of the amazing Dinner & Cruise and Auction at Fernleigh Lodge, a CDHS fundraiser, on June 14th. Tickets are still available, but going fast!
North Frontenac Historical Society & Archives is looking for photos and historical information about the Harlowe and Cloyne churches for their research projects. If you have any info to share, please contact Brenda at (613) 479-0586 or e-mail [email protected].
The Lions want to let you know of a few upcoming events: Please join us in our third annual Dog Guide Walk on Sunday May 25th. Registration begins at 9 am and the “Walk” at 10. In the past we have had dogs of all sizes join in along with cats, bunnies and yes chickens! Breakfast will be available along with the Bouncy Castle for the kiddies. CTA continues with an estimated Jackpot of $18 000.00. Wednesday May 28th you will see Lions members and friends hooting it up along the fence bringing awareness to Hunger. Feel free in dropping off non perishable items and/or honking your horns. We want to collect at least 1000 lbs of donated goods for our local Food Bank by the end of June so please help us to fill up the Heart. Later at 7pm will be our 2nd Speakers Forum where we welcome author on music, Mary Lee, who will delve into the correlation between the mind and music. Come join us to learn more about this fascinating topic. Admission is free 7-8:30.
News from Bon Echo Friends: “We are excited to announce that ticket sales for the ferry and interpretive boat tours are now open! The boat will run Friday - Sunday until July 1, and 7 days a week thereafter. Tickets can be purchased directly from our website https://bonechofriends.ca/ See you at the Park!”
Cloyne Picklers are looking for new and experienced pickleball players to play on two courts on Hwy 41 just north of Cloyne. Come out and play on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 830 am. This week come out at 10 am (Thursday) Contact Peter Hurley 8633683072 or email [email protected] for more information.
Denbigh
Gail Fritsch
The Denbigh Recreation Committee Mother’s Day Tea on Saturday, May 10, 2025 was a great turnout with 60 guests and a wonderful time to visit with the community. Prize for the fanciest hat was won by Frances with a creative hat she made, and the best child’s hat went to Nicki. Best dressed adult prize was won by Brei and the best dress child prize was won by Lyndsey. Thank you to all our volunteers and to Karen for expertly chairing this event.
Denbigh Recreation Committee is hosting a 19 plus Dance with Canadian Tall Boys on Saturday May 24, 2025 at the Denbigh Hall 222 Hwy 28. Tickets are $15.00 at the door.
The Matawatchan Hall is hosting a Plant Sale and Market on Saturday May 24, 2025 from 10am until 1pm. There will be bedding plants, perennials, baked goods, and lots more! Coffee, Tea and a light lunch is available. To book a table for $5.00 call Nancy at 613-333-9556.
The Denbigh Recreation Horse Pull ( Light Class and Heavy Class) is on Saturday June 7, 2025 at 48 Lane Street, Denbigh ON starting at 1pm. Admission $10 adult and under 12 free. The Canteen will be open for the event. For more information call Bonnie at 613-333-5571.
Godfrey
Kelli McRobert
Congratulations to Emily & Brandon Shepherd on the exciting early arrival of their little bundle of joy, Waylon Dean Shepherd! Born on May 5th at 4:08pm, this little champ tipped the scales at 8 lbs 11 ounces!
General maintenance and repairs are currently taking place at Centennial and Gerald Ball Courts. Both courts are unavailable at this time. The progress of the repairs will depend on temperature and dry weather. Opening dates will be provided later. The Township asks that you not attend the courts while the contractors are on site. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Sydenham, Verona and Glendower Courts are currently open for drop-in play.
Show your Canadian pride this summer by painting Central Frontenac Villages red and white! The 'Villages Beautiful' Committee invites everyone to participate in this vibrant beautification initiative, celebrating Canada with dazzling displays of our national colours. Support local businesses by picking up your red and white blooms at 1010 Garden Center or Goodfellow’s in Sharbot Lake!
Get ready to reel in some fun at the Parham Firefighters Association's 2nd annual Fish Fry on May 18, 2025, from 3–6pm! They're thrilled to welcome you back for another year of great food, company, and community spirit. Secure your tickets in advance by emailing [email protected], and join them in supporting your local firefighters' association. Every bite helps give back to the community—don’t miss out!
Spring and the GREC Fundraising Plant Sale are in full bloom! This year, they have an incredible selection of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs ready to brighten your garden and table. And for those looking to add a splash of colour, exciting news! This season, they’ve experimented with flowers, offering hanging baskets and planters filled with Cannas, Snapdragons, Amaranth, Coleus, and more!
Harlowe
Marie White
No column; check back next week!
Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin
BC Knitters took $60 over to the Food Bank. Thank you, Elaine, for your purchase. Everyone look for the Christmas in July sale at the Sydenham Foodland.
A Big Thanks to Rod and Brenda Crawford from the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee. They purchased and donated one of the large planters and the potting soil to replace one of the two planters that were stolen in 2024. We can now put out seven (7) planters along the main street in Harrowsmith.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church is hosting a large outdoor Vendor Sale from 10am to 3pm. There will be forty (40) vendors and a BBQ lunch. If you have any questions please call Karen at 613-888-7265. Thank you all for your community support.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 marks the return of the Summer Kickoff Music Festival at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. The event runs from 2 to 9pm and is free to attend. Donations will be greatly accepted at the gate to support next year's festival. The headliner this year is country music singer / songwriter Abby Stewart!
Saturday, May 31, 2025 there will be an Outdoor Community Garage Sale at the Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club, 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith, from 10am to 3pm. Free BBQ'd hot dogs and hamburgers (donations appreciated). Register to rent a table at [email protected] for $10 per table (can be paid by ETSF).
Sunday, June 8, 2025 the Ole Tyme Fiddlers open mic is back! Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith from 1 to 5pm followed by dinner. Cost is $15.00. We ask that everyone bring a dessert to share. For information, call 613-372-2410.
Henderson
Jean Brown
Our Kennebec Recreation and Central Frontenac Fire and Rescue fire folks (regions one and two) are teaming up to offer fireworks by donation this Sat. May 17 at 9pm behind the post office. A food canteen is available to purchase yummy foods, so come and have a blast! Rain date is Sunday May 18- same time and place.
Mother’s Day brought many new grave flower arrangements to our cemetery with thanks to all the families who are refreshing graves. The grass cutters are to be commended for their superior spiffed up efforts as we remember our loved ones.
Our sister United church in Arden busily offers a community yard sale on Sat. May 24 at Springwood Cottages in conjunction with Kennebec Lake Association who are renting out tables for this popular yearly event. Arden United will feature a barbecue of hot dogs, and hamburgers/snacks with the fixings to sell, so do come and have a yummy time “yard sale-ing” and “munching” by the lake.
Then coming up soon after on Sun. June 1 at 2pm, Arden United offers music for a Sunday afternoon, with music at 2pm at the church. Featuring music from around the world and held at Arden United Church, one can feel the inspiration of live music and share a memorable musical experience filled with joy, romance, passion and heart tugging melodies performed by Reiko Lokker on violin and Sylivia Goodeve on piano. Snacks, coffee and tea social follows and all are welcome. Admission by free-will donation with all proceeds aiding Arden United Church. Wow-no need to drive to the city for super duper talent - all roads lead to Arden.
Inverary
by Judy Borovskis
Build a Birdhouse! Saturday May 17th from 10 am to noon at 3683 Moreland Dixon Road. Learn about the plants and habitats favoured by various birds as you tour the property of Jeff & Sue Peters, Orbit Valley Farm with local birder, Jack Stazac. All welcome! There will be an opportunity for 20 people to build a birdhouse to take home. Cost $5 for supplies and bring your hammer. Pre-register to build a birdhouse by email to [email protected]
Learn Self-Defence! at Inverary United Church Hall on Thursday May 22 & 29. Class is from 630-745 pm. To register or for info call 613 328-6742 or email [email protected]
8th Neal Dick Memorial Breakfast on Saturday May 24th 8:00 to 11:00 at Rideau Acres Campground sponsored by Rotary Club of Kingston. A full breakfast including fruit! Cost is $10. Children 12 to 6 $5. Tickets at the door or at Rideau Acres office in advance.
Food Bank! Friday May 30th. Bring your donations to the Storrington Lion’s Hall between 1 and 5 pm. Items needed are: frozen meat - any type, cheese, margarine, eggs, coffee, shampoo, ketchup, mayo, BBQ sauce, crackers, cooking oil, dish soap, and toilet paper. Cash donations accepted.
Spaghetti Dinner! May 31st at the Storrington Lions Hall from 5 to 7 pm. Enjoy spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and dessert for $15 per person. Cash only. Cash bar available. Support the Lion’s Club as they revitalize the hall.
Farmers’ Market! Local Grown & Local Made – fresh produce. June 1, 8 & 29 on the patio of the Storrington Lions Hall from 1 to 5 pm. Plan is to hold this event every Sunday in July, August and September. Pick your date(s) and book your spot now by calling Marie at 613-449-4744.
Community BBQ is Back! Every Thursday from June 5 to August 28th 5 to 7 pm. You can enjoy a hamburger or hot dog, salad (type varies weekly), dessert and water for $10 per person. Cash bar also available. All proceeds in support of New Leaf Link and Frontenac 4H.
Bob’s Breakfast Buffet Saturday June 7th from 7 to 10 am. Set-up on Friday June 6th at 9:00 am-all helpers welcome! Hope you can join us for this one before our summer break. Scrambled eggs, pancakes with maple syrup, sausage & bacon, toast – served with a good morning smile! Juice, tea & coffee are poured at your table – also with a smile and welcome. Next Breakfast will be September 6th.. Really hope to see you there!
Line Dancing Lessons at 7:00 pm. on Monday nights at the Storrington Lions Hall. Cost is $5.00. Just show up and join the fun!
Monday Night Euchre at the Storrington Centre. Starting time is 7:30 pm. Four handed euchre. Cost is $6.00. Join us for a fun evening of Progressive Euchre – a partner is not necessary.
Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6:00 pm. at Inverary United Church Hall. Pilates and Foam Rolling classes in other locations. More info: email [email protected]
Open Mic ! A fun evening of music and friendship every Friday night at the Storrington Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm and everyone welcome! Admission charge is $2.00.
Pickleball Courts and Hall Rentals available at Storrington Lions Club. Call 613-353-6920.
Hall Rentals: Inverary Church Hall – contact Judy Borovskis 353-1768 or cell: 613-545-5017. Battersea Church hall – contact Roberta Smith 353-2846.
Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula
Tai Chi with Jeela – 6-week program starts on Sunday, May 18th, 2025. Call the Tay Valley Municipal Office to register or for more information (613) 267-5353.
Yoga with Alexis – New 6-week sessions start the week of May 21st. Wednesday evening and Friday morning classes at Maberly Community Hall. Now offering a Monday morning class at Burgess Community Hall. Call the Municipal Office for more information (613) 267-5353 x 110.
Diner’s Club Luncheon – FREE – May 22nd, 11:30am-1pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Tuscan Chicken Penne Pasta. Register online or call the Municipal Office to register (613) 267-5353 x 110. Or email [email protected]. Music by local talent, Matt Dickson.
Tennis with Javier – New 6-week sessions start on Saturday May 24th, for both youth and adult. Register online or call the Municipal Office for more information (613) 267-5353 x 110.
Tay Valley invites you to participate in its Seniors Series! Join one or more education sessions or a workshop that will share essential information per topic with its keynote speaker. Learn something new or brush up on knowledge. Tuesday May 27: Advance Care Planning, Thursday May 29: Community CPR Education. More events to come in June. All sessions are FREE. Register by calling (613) 267-5353 x 110.
Ompah
by Leane Bailey
If you are new to the community, or have never been to the Ompah Community Centre, please consider joining us. We are always looking for new ideas, and suggestions of ways that we can provide fun family activities at the Centre. Some of the events that are taking place this year include: Canada Day Picnic, Corn Roast, Music Night, Bicycle Safety Day, Monthly Potlucks, Weekly Coffee Groups, Fitness groups, Bridge, and more. Annual Membership is only $1. Contact Katie at 613-340-7887 or Leane at [email protected] for more information.
A Celebration of Life for Janet Greenley is being held at Snow Road Community Centre on Sunday, May 18th, from 1pm to 3pm. Sandwiches and snacks will be provided. Donations to Snow Road Community Centre are greatly appreciated.
The May Birthday Bash/Potluck dinner is on May 21st, at 6pm. Bring $2, and a dish to share, and join us for a fun, community meal together. All are welcome to attend as we celebrate those with birthdays in the month of May.
The Ompah Community Cupboard fridge in the foyer of the Community Centre has many types of canned goods, fruits and vegetables. The Ompah Community Centre Association is purchasing milk, bread, fruit and veggies to add to the offerings. Feel free to come and take what you can use, but please remember to leave items for the next person. The community fridge has been a great success. The use of the Cupboard is intended for everyone in the community.
The Ompah Library is open on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s from 10am to 12noon. Our library has a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other items. We also have some free books and puzzles available inside the Hall entrance.
Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Parham Fair on Saturday at the Vendor Event in Parham. Special shout out to Jean Venema for baking some delicious butter tarts and Joe Climie for his donation of items.
Thanks to a wonderful community response Parham Fair is a go for Saturday, August 16th, 2025. We are now asking for vendors "of all things wonderful" to register for a spot at the Fair. Cost is $30.00 and payment can be sent by etransfer to [email protected]. Contact Nancy at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Thinking of the families of Lloyd Whan, Jim Smith, Bob Veley and Jackie Jarvis on their recent passing.
Don't forget this weekend is the Pitchin for Prom ball tournament as well as a vendor market. Be sure to stop in and cheer them on!
Happy birthday to our May's birthday - sorry I'm late!! Tammy Dupuis, Sherry Whan, Mitch Cox, Nicole Power, Bonnie Lowery, Krista Bertrim, Hope Stinchcombe, Amy Lake, Howard Bertrim, Cam Jackson, Kevin Merrigan, Stella Lafaso, Stan Stinchcombe, Lyann Smith, Sam Lusk, Wanda Benn, Jane Neadow, Suzanne Meulenaar, Brooke Raymond, Nicki Hearns, Joye Wagar-Boals, Mary Raymond, Mason Lowery, Jan MacPherson, Heather Beattie, Janice Peters, Jared and Logan whan, Jax Lafaso, Shawn McCullough, Dawn MacGregor, Leah Neumann, Sadie Lowery, Justin Riddell, Jody Steele, Kevin Hole, Anita Allen and Lillian Hartwick.
Happy Anniversary to Butch and Linda Teal, Natasha and sam Lafaso, and Kurtis and Annette Jackson
Central Frontenac District 4 Firefighters Association is hosting a Fish fry at Station 4 (Parham) on May 18th 2025, from 3-6pm. Adults - two piece fish and chips is $20. Children 16 and under - one piece fish and chips is $10. These pieces include , fish and chips, salad, desert and a drink.
Address for Station 4 is 1282 Wagarville Road, Parham. If anyone has questions and would like to buy tickets in advanced they can reach out to 613-214-5663 or email [email protected]. This is a fundraiser, to support our association. We often use these funds to purchase new equipment and support those in need after an unfortunate disaster.
Perth Road
by Peter Bird
Perth Road United Church: Sunday services continue at 10.00 am. Address: 5614 Perth Rd Crescent, Perth Road, ON K0H 2L0. SUNDAY SCHOOL program is available for children. Newcomers welcome.
Happy Birthday or Anniversary to those with May Birthdays or Anniversaries.
Community Market, is now open bi-weekly in the PERTH ROAD SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL 5622 Perth Road Cres. The next events will be Saturday, May 24th, and June 7th, 9:00 am to 2:00pm. For Vendor inquiries/details call Jane at 613-353-7818.
For information about The Sunday School Hall rentals, please call Vera Shepherd at 613-353-2470 or Stephen Bach at 343-364-1033.
Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins
Welcome back Shamrock Cafe!! You can stop in and say Hi to Nuala when she opens the Cafe back up officially on Friday May 16th for its ninth season! WOW!! The Cafe's hours will be Thursday and Fridays from 9-3pm and Saturday and Sundays from 10-2pm. I will keep you posted about Friday night Suppers after I confirm more details.
Lookout Home Hardware is now open an extra hour from 8-5pm on Monday to Friday's for all your shopping needs and they are still open 8-4pm on Saturdays. If you go in this week and see Cindy K., please wish her a Big Happy Birthday, its on Thurs May 15th! Happy Birthday Cindy K.!!!
When you were driving through Plevna last Sunday, you may have noticed that the Liquor Store is back open again on Sundays from 11-6pm for your shopping convenience! Stop in and check out all the great items on the Clearance shelf.
The Pickleball courts are now back open again for the Community to enjoy at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road)!
You are invited to come out and enjoy the 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sat May 17th from 7:30-10:30am at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall to help fund the walkway between the parking lot to the observatories for the North Frontenac Amateur Astronomy Club. It's going to be a great breakfast!!
The 3rd Annual Spring Sale at Clarendon Central Public School (7356 Road 506) is coming up on Sat May 17th from 9-1pm. Yard Sale, Plant Sale, Vendor Sale, Bake Sale, and BBQ! There will certainly be something for everyone!! The plant selection alone sounds tremendous!!
North Frontenac Historical Society Archives appreciated the great support for the Music in the Hall event April 27th where 100 people participated. The entertainers Stephen Goodberry & Debra Currier and The White Family kept the audience clapping, tapping and a few who couldn't resist the opportunity to dance. The next event for NFHSA is the Annual General Meeting in Clar-Mill Hall Sat. May31 (1 p.m.) where the Business of 2024 will be reported. The Nominating Committee is looking for names of people who express an interest to be on the Board of Directors. If you are interested please contact Betty at (613) 479-5537. A Proxy Voting process has been sent out to the members in case members cannot attend. Members please take time to vote by May 15th e-mail [email protected] Any new candidates will be introduced at the AGM.
The Rural Frontenac Community Services EarlyON program is at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall for Parents and Babies on Wednesday's from 9:30-11:30am. You can phone 613 279-3151 Ext. 5 for more information.
The Holy Trinity Anglican Church invites you to come out to the Plevna Clar-Mill Euchre night (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) at 7pm on Tuesday nights! Come out and play cards, enjoy good company and try to win a prize! There are two share the wealth cash prizes each week and refreshments are enjoyed after the games. No entry free, but donations are welcomed.
Don't forget Grocery Bingo lunches in May are on the 6th and 20th at the Plevna Clar-Mill hall from 11-1pm. For $10 you receive a soup, sandwich, dessert, beverage and a Bingo card. For more information you can call MaryAnn at 905 213-3820.
The Ace of spades has still not been found in the Lions Club of Land O' Lakes progressive lottery. It's week 27 and the estimated jackpot is now approx. $18000!!! Congratulations to last week's winner Janet Barber of Cloyne who won the weekly $937 prize. He picked envelope number 42 and when I heard it was a black card, I was nervous, but it was the 4 of clubs, so we still have a chance! Tickets are only $5 each and are available at the Lions Hall on Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays from 5-6:30pm. You can also purchase tickets from participating businesses in the area or online at landolakeslions.ca until midnight on Saturday's. Proceeds are going towards the completion of the Lions Clubs Emergency Shelter Plan and towards other Community projects and donations.
There are still a few openings inside and out at the Plevna Summer Craft Show (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) on July 12th from 10-2pm. You can contact Debbie ([email protected]) or Betty at [email protected] for more information.
The Township of North Frontenac is looking for an Ice Cream Vendor for Summerfest on Saturday July 19th. The event is running from 11-4pm. For more information you can email [email protected]
Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers
The big news this week in Sharbot Lake is the North Frontenac Little Theatre Group’s production "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat." Performances are at Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO), Wednesday to Saturday evenings at 7pm, as well as a Saturday afternoon Matinee performance at 2pm. Tickets are $20 and available at Treasure Trunk, The Cardinal Café, Sharbot Lake Pharmacy and C-4 in Arden.
“Let’s Get Blooming” - The “Villages Beautiful” Committee of Central Frontenac is calling upon residents to paint the township in red and white this summer. Whether it is your front porch, flower boxes, or garden, show your national pride, with vibrant red and white, and celebrate Canada Day all summer long.
A series of Vendor Fairs have been scheduled for the Sharbot Lake Ice Rink, on the first Sunday of each month from 10-2pm. The first of these was held this past Sunday (May 4th). Upcoming fairs will be held June 1st, July 6th, Aug 3rd, and Sept 7th.
The sympathy of the community is extended to Harold Kirkland and family on their loss of Heather on May 7th. Heather (Kirkham) grew up on the Robertsville Road. Many of her former friends and classmates from Sharbot Lake High School still live in the area. Harold and Heather frequently returned for visits and often joined activities at the Community Centre.
The Celebration of Life for Janet Greenley is Sunday, May 18th starting at 1pm. Join her family and friends at the Community Centre to share your memories.
Thursday, May 22nd at 7pm - Music Night at the Community Centre will feature the Long Sault Trio. Tickets are $15.00. For tickets email [email protected] or call 613-278-1853.
Don’t forget to support the local craft and vendor markets in the area. In Lanark, the Country Crafters located on the main street across from the Lanark Museum are starting a new bi-weekly night time market on Fridays from 4 to 8pm – the next one is May 16th as well as holding a vendor market at the Lanark Civitan Club on the first Saturday of each month starting June 7th .. Sharbot Lake has a new Sunday market under the covered rink on Hwy 38. McDonalds Corners Ag Hall holds a market every Sunday from 10 to 2. If you know of any others you would like to share with the community please let us know.
When life gives you lemons – forget making lemonade – squirt someone in the eye! .
Sydenham
by Karen Brawley
It's almost time to get down with Hicktown. Friday, June 6th - doors open at 7, band plays from 7:30-1130 @ The Sydenham Legion. Tickets on sale now at The One Stop and The Legion. $10 each. Come out and enjoy a night of music and dancing before summer gets everyone too busy. A little bit of country and rock.
The Lions have been doing a roaring job in selling their annual tickets for the Canada Day draw. Half sold out already!! You guys are great. Be sure to snag your chance to win from a local Lion member or check out the new Inverary Home Hardware this weekend where they'll be set up selling Friday to Sunday from 9-5pm. 1000 tickets in total... 3 draws... $1500, $500 and $500. Get yours today!
Tickets are on the move for the atv draw at the Sydenham Legion on Canada Day as well. 200 tickets to be sold. $100 per ticket.
Painting workshop will be on Bouquets: from Old Masters to Abstract theme on May 28 1-3pm at the Grace Hall, Sydenham. Materials provided but bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun! $5 donation for beginners to experienced (55+). Please register a few days before with Natalee at Southern Frontenac Community Services, 613-376-6477 ext 310.
Verona
Debbie Lingen
Verona Lions will hold their Annual Voluntary Road Toll on May 15, 16 and 17. The Lions thank you in advance.
The Women's Social meal will be held at 6pm on May 20 at Verona Free Methodist Church. Prior to the meal, South Frontenac Museum will provide us with a private tour of its exhibit "Then and Now" at 4:30pm. Women wishing to carpool should meet at the church at 4pm. If there are women who are unable to attend the afternoon viewing but would like to see the museum, please advise Roline when registering at 613-374-3709 and we will try to make alternate arrangements.
The Frontenac Farmers Market is now open every Friday from 3pm - 7pm! Centennial Park, Harrowsmith.
The third annual Summer Kick-Off Music Festival will be held on Saturday, May 24 at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. The event will run from 2pm to 9pm and is free to attend, however donations will be greatly accepted at the gate to support next year's festival. The headliner for this year is country music singer/songwriter Abby Stewart!
Bellrock Hall will host a Community Pot Luck (get out of the kitchen and into the community) on Wednesday, May 28 at 5pm. You can log onto their Facebook page @Bellrock Hall. Feel free to say what you are bringing in the comments.
Verona Diners Lunch Club ( for ages 55+) will be held on Thursday, June 5 at the Verona Free Methodist Church. The meal will be Lombardy Chicken, a side and dessert. Entertainment will be Whiskey Smoke. $ 10 per person. Please call 613-376-6477 ext 301 to reserve.
