Community Columns, October 2

By News Staff | September 24, 2025

Table of Contents

Arden

by Brent Fehr

Monday Night - Darts! Arden Legion (5967 Arden Road) opens at 6pm, Darts at 7:30pm

Oct 4th - Whskey Smoke coming to the Royal Canadian Legion in Arden (5967 Arden Road) on Saturday Oct 4th, from 8pm -11pm. $10 per Ticket. Whiskey Smoke is a Kingston, Ontario-based country music duo formed around 2021, featuring local singers Amanda Sorensen and Mike Grice. They perform a mix of country music from the 1990s to today's hits, sometimes incorporating bluegrass and rockabilly, known for their energetic and authentic live performances

Oct 8th - Cornhole Club - Come join us for Indoor Cornhole at Kennebec Recreation Centre (5998 Arden Road) from 1pm - 3pm. All Ages welcome. $1.00 (donation to Recreation Committee). More Information: Tom Houghtling at [email protected], or Barb Kirkland at 613 335 2604. Join us on Facebook: "Kennebec Recreation Committee"

Oct 16th - Rural Frontenac Community Services 50th Annual General Meeting, October 16, 2025, at 6:30 at the Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett Street Sharbot Lake. Join us for a tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15 on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street..

Battersea

What is the pumpkin's job at the beach? A life-gourd!

News from the pumpkin patch... Ok Battersea, only 2 more sleeps until the big day! And the weather forecast looks spectacular! (At least it did when I wrote this) Just a reminder that our village will be a busy place on Saturday. We have taken extra steps this year to try to keep street parking to a minimum. Shuttle buses will run from both Storrington Public School and new this year, Gerald Ball Park in Sunbury. (A giant pumpkin thank you to Robert Hogan Bus Lines!) However, please expect some delays throughout the day. Check back here next week for contest winners, highlights from the day and this year's final news from the patch!

Storrington Stinger News... The annual corn roast and open house was a huge success! Special thanks goes to Ken Sands for both the corn & cooking! The junior and intermediate classes stepped up, shucking all the corn and helping with table set up. Awesome kids! Staff made the school welcoming for all and enjoyed an evening with families.

Way To Go Stingers! The Terry Fox run rocked! With donations still coming in, the school is already over $1300, easily surpassing their $1000 goal. I hear that there will be a fun dance afternoon in the near future, giving these kids a chance to celebrate this amazing accomplishment! (Teacher's beware...I think there is pie throwing in the plan as well!)

Cloyne - Northbrooke

by Nancy Skipper

News from Pine Meadow Nursing Home: “Cheers for Beers, our men's club had a chance to taste some different kinds of beer. We also had a group of residents who got together and built the wooden drink holders. We have a talented group here. I think the smiles on their faces show the fun they had or lack of smiles because they are enjoying their beverages. Check out photos on their FB page.

News from St. Killian’s Church: “What a fantastic and successful turnout we had today. We set a record, selling 100 portions of chili along with all our yummy baked goods. We can’t thank you enough for your continued support of our fundraising events throughout the year!” check out photos on their FB page!

News from Finnegan’s General Store: “Thanksgiving Food Drive. Let’s see how much Ward 1 can collect. Drop off at Finnegan’s from now until October 3rd, Wednesday to Friday 830-230 pm or on Saturdays from 12-4 pm. Everything collected will be taken to the food bank in Cloyne.”

On October 8^th the Garden Club invites you to listen to Master Gardener Tracey Filson who will tell us all about Riparian plants and how they are so important to keeping our waterways safe. All meetings with the exception of our AGM are held at the Barrie Hall in Cloyne and start at 6:45pm with speaker starting at 7pm. Everyone is welcome. For further information please contact [email protected]

On October 8^th the Garden Club invites you to come and hear Master Gardener Tracey Filson will tell us all about Riparian plants and how they are so important to keeping our waterways safe. All meetings with the exception of our AGM are held at the Barrie Hall in Cloyne and start at 6:45pm with speaker starting at 7pm. Everyone is welcome. For further information please contact [email protected]

The Lions invite you to come to the final Farmer’s Market of 2025. There should be lots of Fall vegetables, baked goods, honey, other food items and a variety of handmade treasures made by local artisans. We would like to thank the Community for their support throughout the season and we will see you again in June 2026. The estimated Jackpot for CTA.is $111K.

News from the Little Boutique Consignment Store: “Boutique is Open — But We Need YOU! I’ve opened Little Boutique right here in the heart of Cloyne. As a woman entrepreneur running two businesses, one in Durham, where I moved from and one in this community, I’ve built everything from the ground up because I believe small towns deserve beautiful shops and thriving main streets. But here’s the truth: small businesses don’t survive on “likes” or “shares.” They survive when people walk through the door, shop, and support local. Without that, businesses close. And when businesses close, so do communities — the jobs, the gathering places, the charm that makes small towns special. At Litte Boutique, you’ll find carefully curated clothing, accessories, and unique styles you can’t get in big-box stores. Every dollar spent here goes right back into Cloyne — supporting local families, creating opportunities, and keeping our community vibrant. If you’ve ever said you believe in supporting Canadian small businesses — now’s the time to show it. Come shop, find something you love, and help keep local alive. Please help share so we can continue to thrive and grow right here in Cloyne! Thank you for your support.

Denbigh

Gail Fritsch

Land O’ Lands Community Services will be hosting Denbigh Diners on Monday October 6, 2025. Lunch will be a Turkey dinner with all the trimmings, and is served at noon. Call Betty at 613-333-2366 if you would like to be added to the list. The Denbigh Community Food Bank is asking for donations that day as well, so you can donate at the lunch or there will be a box at Glaeser’s Country Store for the month of October.

Denbigh Library is hosting a Halloween Craft and Story Time on Wednesday October 22 from 6 to 7pm. Please join in the fun.

The Addington Highlands Public Library Board would like to thank the Optimist Club of Stoney Creek and John Kazin for their donation to the Denbigh Library. The Library greatly appreciates this donation which will increase Denbigh Library’s junior and young adult fiction and non-fiction collection.

Denbigh Recreation Committee is hosting an ATV Poker Run at Heritage Park on October 4. Pre-registration will be at Rosie’s on Friday October 3 from 4:30 until 6pm. On October 4^th, registration will be from 9 to 11am at the park. Hands cost $10.00. Coffee and Donuts in the morning at the Rink building and Hamburgers and Hot Dogs along the trail.

Denbigh Recreation is also hosting a Halloween Children’s Dance from 11am until 1pm on October 25 at the Denbigh Hall. And that evening there will be an Adult Costume Dance at the Denbigh Hall from 8pm until 1am. You must be 19 years old. There will be lots of great prizes. Admission is $10.00 a person.

Denbigh Griffith Lions Club is hosting Octoberfest Griffith Style on Saturday October 18 from 3:30 until 7:30pm at 25991 Hwy 41, Griffith. There will be Beer, German Dinner and Live Music; all for $25.00 a person. Tickets are limited so please call 613-333-1984 or email [email protected]

Godfrey

Milutin Dragicevic

In 2 weeks, on Thursday October 16th the Rural Frontenac Community Services is having their 50th Annual General Meeting. Please join this milestone starting at 6:30pm, inside the Oso Township Hall at 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake. You can also join the tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15pm on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street, which is next door

Wisdom of the Week: "Everything in Moderation"

Chili Lunch and Bake Sale next Thursday on October 9th, 11:30am-1:30pm also at Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett St, Sharbot Lake. Only $7 for a bowl of chili, coffee, tea and a bun. Even Vegetarian chili will be offered. Provided by Rural Frontenac Community Services with all proceeds to the United Way KFLA

I will be completing another "Trip Around the Sun" as it is my birthday this month. Anyone else celebrating this month in Godfrey? Let me know at [email protected]

Harlowe

Marie White

No column; check back next week!

Harrowsmith

Gregg Hamelin

The S and A Club is looking to run Chair Yoga if there is enough interest. Sessions will be held at the Hall, 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith. If interested please contact [email protected]

The Fall Display is up in the Parkette. If anyone would like to add a pumpkin to the display, please feel free to do so. Thanks to the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee for recognizing the changing of the seasons and the beautiful colors that this time of year brings.

Friday, October 3, 2025 BC Knitters will be at the Sydenham Foodland selling homemade "warm things" from 10 until 12. Please come and support our local Food Bank. There will also be decorative pumpkins and snowmen for sale.

Friday, October 3, 2025 there is a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, from 7 to 09:30pm. It will be Halloween themed, so come dressed in costume and you might win a prize. Cost is $7.00. For more information call 613-372-2410.

Saturday, October 4, 2025 is Bingo night at the S and A Hall in Harrowsmith, 4041 Colebrook Road, starting at 19pm. For more information contact [email protected]

Friday, October 10, 2025 there will be an Oktoberfest Farmer's Market at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith from 3 to 7pm. There will be vendors, live music, onsite food and a beer garden.

Saturday, October 11, 2025 is Euchre at the S and A Hall in Harrowsmith, 4041 Colebrook Road. Games begin at 7pm. For more information contact [email protected]

Saturday and Sunday, October 18 - 19, is "Art in a Sawmill" in our neighboring town, Verona. Open from 9am to 4pm at 6037 Verona Street. An artisan show in a historic sawmill. Original art, handmade jewelry, home decor with coffee and snacks. For more information go [email protected].

Henderson

by Jean Brown

Our sister church in Arden rocked their big breakfast on the weekend and it was a great opportunity to eat (my favourite activity) and visit. The baked beans and vegetable mash were both phenomenal and all home made. Wow!!

Now, this coming Saturday Oct. 4 all roads lead to Henderson for our Henderson United Church and UCW Hall’s Vendor bash from 10am – 2pm at our Hall- 2384 Henderson Rd. Can you believe that our little village maintains a cemetery and also both a church – as part of a conglomeration with Arden and Mountain Grove churches; and a hall in conjunction with the Township. We are collaborators and proudly offer our bash which features- over 40 vendors from all over the place, bucket draw, 50/50, live music with Jim MacPherson and friends, bake sale, yummy food to purchase. Bring your duck hunters in their camouflage clothes (Leave your guns at home) and let them tank up on our church food, visit and tell us all about the hunt. It will be old home week. Bring your lawn chair and set a spell with us listening to Jim MacPherson and friends on open mike. We’ve got an indoor flush toilet and an outdoor jiffy biffy- so have a flush or two on us and rock on!! Rain date is Sun. Oct. 5 after church, from 10am - 2pm at our hall.

Henderson is about to experience a population boom- with all the folks coming to the vendor bash, and the expected March birth to Rebecca (Kelsey) and Lane Miller whom we love to pieces. I think there’s something in the water up here!!

Inverary

by Judy Borovskis

Bob’s Buffet Breakfast is Saturday, October 4^th at Inverary United Church Hall, serving from 7:30am till 10am. Come meet your local Volunteer Firemen who will be helping out at the breakfast in celebration of Fire Prevention Month. You might see a Fire Truck at the church – don’t panic the Breakfast is in the right hands!

Self-Defense Classes now two sessions a month. Join us on October 9 and October 23 with Hamid Nam at Inverary United Church Hall. Classes are from 6:30 – 7:45. Newcomers always welcome. Register by calling 613 328-6742 or email [email protected]

Food Bank accepting donations on Friday, October 10^th at the Storrington Lions Hall from 1:00 pm. to 5pm. Items needed are: toilet paper; frozen meat, milk, cheese, margarine, dish soap, shampoo, cooking oil, sugar, and mayo. Your help is greatly appreciated!

Bottle Drive Last 4 weeks to give your support to the Storrington Lions Club! Donate your LCBO cans, bottles and wine bags. Let us make your return of “empties” easy! Your support is needed and appreciated! Drop off in the trailer at 3950 Round Lake Road! Give a little – it adds up to a lot! Thank you!

Halloween Dance! and you are invited! Texas Tuxedo will keep your toes tapping! Enjoy the event at the Storrington Lions Hall on October 31 from 8pm until 1am. Cost is $15 per person in advance sales – after October 24^th tickets are $20 per person. Cash Bar available and food provided. For more info or to get your tickets text or call Marie at 613-449-4744

Vendors’ Sale November 8^th at Inverary United Church Hall from 10am to 3pm.. Over 17 talented vendors will be on site. Absolutely something for everyone! Donations of items & baking for the Church table definitely needed and welcomed - call Judy at 613-545-5017. (regretfully cannot accept large furniture pieces).

Yoga Class on Wednesdays at 6pm. in Inverary United Church hall. Info: email [email protected]

Open Mic every Friday night at the Storrington Centre. Doors open at 5pm. Entertainment starts at 6pm. until approximately 9:30pm. Cover charge is $2. The Open Mic is open to everyone whether you just come to enjoy the music or want to be an entertainer!

Line Dancing at the Storrington Lions Hall on Mondays at 7pm. Music, Fun & Exercise! Open to everyone – male, female and all ages! Cost is $5.

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

Oct 2 – Craft Corner at Maberly Community Hall 180 Maberly Elphin Road, from 9:30am to 11:30am.– Register on-line at tayvalleytwp.ca Teri White from Swirlicious is back to facilitate another exciting Craft Corner. This Craft Corner will be all about Fall! Check out some pictures on Tay Valley’s website.

Yoga– New 6-week sessions - registration now open. Friday mornings (11am to 12pm starting Oct.3^rd to Nov 7^th) and Wednesday evenings (6pm to 7pm starting Oct 1^st to Nov 5^th ) at Maberly Community Hall. Monday mornings at Burgess Community Hall (10am to 11am starting Oct 27^th to Dec 1^st). Call the Municipal Office for more information (613) 267-5353 x 110.

Diner’s Club Luncheon – FREE – October 23^rd, 11:30am-1pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Oktoberfest. Live Music. Register online or call the Municipal Office to register (613) 267-5353 x 110. Or email [email protected].

The Hospice Hub Information Session- October 30^th at 1:30pm to 3pm at the Maberly Hall. Learn how to have the hard conversation with loved ones to communicate your own wishes, values, and beliefs. Register online or call the Municipal Office to register (613) 267-5353 x 110. Or email [email protected].

Maberly Memory Café – Join in the conversation and build community. The third Tuesday of each month at Maberly Community Hall, 10am-12pm.

Footcare Clinic – Monthly at the Maberly Community Hall. Call the Municipal Office to register (613) 267-5353 x 110. Appointments required.

Book Club with Emily – Partnership with the Perth & District Union Library. Last Tuesday of each month from 1pm-2pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Inquire with the Library for further details (613) 267-1224.

Maberly Library Kiosk, book exchange - Partnership with the Perth & District Union Library – Reserve, pickup, and return books from the Perth and District Library at the Maberly Hall. Inquire at the Municipal Office, (613) 267-5353 x 137 or Library (613) 267-1224 for further details.

Euchre - Join the Maberly Agricultural Society on the 2^nd and 4^th Monday of each month at 12pm. Please contact Sue Munro (613) 268-2507 with any questions or just show up to play at Maberly Community Hall.

Ompah

by Leane Bailey

Notes for Nature III, Oct. 4^th, 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm) at Clar-Mill Hall, Plevna. An evening of beautiful earth-themed music, and artworks in support of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust. Musicians include Six Pack, and TriPOD. Four local Ompah artisans will have nature themed artworks on display too. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by visiting: MMLT.CA/EVENTS to reserve your seats.

Culture Days, Oct. 4^th & 5^th, 10am to 4pm. Various free events are happening at Snow Road Community Centre. Google the Snow Road Station Culture Days website for the map and information. www.snowroadcommunitycentre.com

Our October Birthday Bash/Potluck is on Wednesday, Oct. 15^th, at 6pm. Please join us as we enjoy a fun meal together and celebrate those with October birthdays. Bring a $2, and a dish to share.

Rural Frontenac Community Services 50^th Annual General Meeting, October 16, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett Street Sharbot Lake. Join us for a tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15pm on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street.

If you would like to join the Ompah Community Centre, membership is only $1 per year. Contact Katie at 613-340-7887 or Leane at [email protected]. We have many activities and events throughout the year including fitness, coffee, potlucks, bridge, clothing swaps, Canada Day Picnic, roast beef dinner, music events, and more.

Drop by the Ompah Library on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s from 10am to 12 noon. Our library has a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other items. We also have some free books available inside the Hall entrance.

The Ompah Community Cupboard fridge in the foyer of the Community Centre has many types of canned goods, fruits and vegetables. Feel free to come and take what you can use, but please remember to leave items for the next person. The Ompah Community Centre provides food items to keep the fridge well stocked. Thank you to the community members who also donate items to our community fridge. Please check the expiry dates, as we cannot accept expired items in the community fridge.

Parham-Tichborne

by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Huge thank you to all those people who attended, and for all the kind ones who helped clean up, do dishes etc....in every way with our Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday.

Thinking of you to Viv Lowery and Fletcher Young with thoughtful prayers. The congregation at the Parham United Church enjoyed leftovers and their soup luncheon after church. If you have small children and are interested Sunday School classes are starting up on October 19^th call Chris Bertrim at 613-375-6312. It runs from 10am to 11am.

Don't forget the Turkey Bingo on Friday, October 3rd at the OSO Hall - doors open at 530 - there will be a canteen available.

The Henderson Bash for the United Church in Henderson is this Saturday from 10am to 2pm - lots of great vendors will be on hand, as well as musical entertainment, a grab and go lunch and a tonne of amazing raffle items will be available. Come on out and support this great little church on the corner.

There is one last ball tournament this Sunday in Parham so come on out to support the GREC Prom Committee as they raise funds for next spring... and it's your final chance for POUTINE!!!

There will be a chili lunch and Bake Sale on Thursday Oct 9^th from 1130 to 130 at the OSO Township Hall Sharbot Lake $7 for a bowl of chili, coffee/tea, bun with the Proceeds to Unite Way KFLA.

Oct. 11^th is the next Lions Club All You Can Eat Breakfast at OSO Township Hall from 8 to 1030.

Rural Frontenac Community Services 50th Annual General Meeting, October 16, 2025, at 6:30 at the Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett Street Sharbot Lake. Join us for a tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15 on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street.

The next deadline for your Good Food Box is Oct 17. This is a great deal box usually includes lettuce, cucumber, carrots, onions, potatoes, fruit like oranges, apples, bananas or kiwi.

Tues November 11 is the Flu, COVID and RSV Vaccine Clinic at Sharbot Lake.

Happy Birthday to those born in October including....Laurie Etienne, Sarah McCullough, Shelley Whan, Gord Crawford, Dawn Peterkin, Arthur Cota, Stacey Clow, Johnae Leyfield, Robbie Northmore, Liz Norton, Ethan Willard, Paula Corkum, Ryan Wolfe, Marissa Teal, Donna Clow, Karen Skuce, Marilyn Meeks, Margo McCullough, Cathy MacMunn, Johnny Vinkle, Angie Thompson, Lois Webster, Tiffany (Smith) MacDonald, Adam Smith, Charles Steele, Marilyn Mallette, Cassy Lowery, Carlee Ferguson, Riley Teal, Kelly Younge, Mike Lowery, Debbie Jones, Carl Knapp, Shannon Harper, Jane Kelly, Kristine Drong, Daryl Kennedy.

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 September Birthdays or Anniversaries.

Upcoming Events:

Tuesday Lunches Return in the Perth Road Sunday School Hall on Tuesday, October 7^th at 12 noon.

Christmas Craft and Bake Sales: Saturday, November 1^st, 9:00am – 2:00 am. Perth Road United Church’s event in The Perth Road Sunday School Hall. Perth Road Crafter’s event will be in The Harris Hall beside the church. Interested vendors please call either Reta at 613-353-1515 for the Church event. For the Crafters event please call Cheryl at 613-353-7303.

Celtic Concert: Sunday Nov. 30th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm for St. Andrews Day in the Perth Road Sunday School Hall.

For information about The Sunday School Hall rentals, please call Vera Shepherd at 613-353-2470 or

Stephen Bach at 613-929-3693.

Plevna

by Rhonda Watkins

The Catch the Ace has made it to $!11,000!! WOW!!!! The Ace of Spades still hasn't been Found!!!! There are only 6 cards left to choose from as we are now into week 47. Congratulations to their Week 46 winner Crystal Yates from Northbrook! She bought her ticket online, won $4785 and picked envelope #24 which held the 8 of Diamonds. The Next Draw is this Sunday, October 5th at 11:00am. Tickets are available at: participating locations in Northbrook or go to landolakeslions.ca . Good Luck!!

Did you know that October is Canadian Library Month? This October the Kingston Frontenac Public Library is inviting Patrons to share their stories about how their Library has made a difference in their lives. All through October you can stop in and pick up a comment form or visit the website www.kfpl.ca for more info. As an added bonus, if you enter a comment, you could win some Library Swag. The Plevna Branch is open Tues and Thurs 2-6 and Fri and Sat 10-1. I hope to see you there!!

This Sat Oct 4th at 7pm (Doors open at 6:30), you are invited to the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall to enjoy Notes For Nature III featuring the band Six Pack and their special guests TRiPOD!! There is a cover charge of $25 for the non-profit charitable organization event. For more information you can call the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust at 613 253-2722 or visit [email protected] or visit their website mmlt.ca

Rural Frontenac Community Services 50th Annual General Meeting, is October 16, 2025, at 6:30 at the Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett Street Sharbot Lake. Join them for a tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15 on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street.

The Plevna Liquor store is continuing to remain open on Sunday's from 11-6pm for your beverage shopping needs until Sun Oct 12th!

Have you visited LCBO.com yet? You can order any liquor store products online that you are looking for and have them delivered for FREE to the Plevna location to pick up at your convenience! A much appreciated service indeed!

Register now for the Clar-Mill Community Volunteer 8 week Cornhole Tournament running from Thursday, October 16 to Thursday, December 4 at 7pm at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall. Pre registration is encouraged but drop in’s are welcome. $5 per week or pay $40 in advance to secure your spot. Space is limited! Registering early is recommended so you don't miss out! For more info or to register you can text 519 291-7289.

If you would like to make donations for the annual Halloween festivities in Plevna, you will find donation jars in the North of 7 grocery store and restaurant. The organizers appreciate any help you can provide!

Sharbot Lake

by Greg Rodgers

In case you are not aware already, the adult learning organization "Connections" has recently moved from its location on Highway 7, into the the village of Sharbot Lake (to the former Lake District Realty offices at 14202 Rd 38). Today, (Oct. 2nd), Connections will be hosting an open house (1-4pm) at their new location. Join them to discover more about the great technology programs they offer from Using your IPhone to using A.I.

Rural Frontenac Community Services (RFCS) will be holding its 50th Annual General Meeting at Soldiers Memorial (OSO) Hall, Thursday, October 16th. To mark this milestone year of RFCS' program, there will be tree dedication service to the founding members at 1109 Garrett St. The events of the evening begin at 6:15pm

Snow Road

Bev Elliott

Alice Gilchrist

Where did September go? October is here with Thanksgiving fast approaching and then before we know it, it will be Halloween and yikes! Christmas.

Rural Frontenac Community Services 50^th Annual General Meeting will be held on October 16^th, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Oso Township Hall, 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake. You are invited to join them for a tree dedication to the founding members at 6:15pm on the lawn at 1109 Garrett Street.

A good crowd at the Community Centre last Thursday enjoyed a great evening of music by Anne Archer and Jon McLurg (Shenanigans). It is wonderful to have live music right in our little community. On that note, mark your calendars for the next music night on Thursday, October 23^rd when Wade Foster and Jeff Callery will perform. Wade and Jeff are returning with their repertoire of fiddle, mandolin and guitar tunes, original songs and timeless covers. This should be another great concert by these Snow Road favourites. Show time is 7pm and tickets are $15.

Culture Days in this area are happening this week. Check out the Snow Road Community Centre website for further information. There will be additional activities on October 4^th and 5^th at the Community Centre. Hope to see you there.

Saturday, October 4^th is the first breakfast at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club. It runs from 8 to 11am. The club is having a dance in celebration of its 50^th year at the McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall on October 18^th. Tickets are available at Highlands Country Store in McDonald’s Corners, Fashion Envy and Arnott Bros. in Perth.

Quote of the Week: “Colors are the smiles of nature.” [Leigh Hunt]

Smiles are all around us even if the much-needed rainfall has caused some of it to paint the ground in multiple shades of red, yellow, brown and orange. So what a surprise for me (Alice) to have lilacs blooming in September!

Sydenham

Karen Brawley

Welcome October. Way to hang on to summer September. I was certainly a surprise September weather for us to enjoy

Lets here some "cheers to the years" for SHS Graduating Class of 1975 50th Reunion! Confirmed Alumni going are to meet for 2pm at Sydenham Legion Hall. The itinerary is set: tTour of SHS at 2:15pm, back to Legion for 4:30pm for snacks & shats. 5:30 is scheduled class photo, 6pm Dinner. After 7pm, until 10pm, drop in and catch up with Grads, please do! Cash Bar.

Still feeling the Sydenham pride. SHS 1990 decades reunion the following Friday night. The day after Bubba Bowl Friday October 10th 2025, 8pm-12am - Sydenham Legion Branch 496. Cash Bar $10 at the door (to help cover cost of rental, food and decor). Unfortunately, the original plan of being able to attend Bubba Bowl (football under the lights) before can't happen because that event has been changed to the Thursday night instead of Friday(P.A.) It is being held at the point so if you can make both; it will be great to see you.. There is a group of alumni who have come together to play our favourites from the 90’s… (Luke Kennedy, Dusty Tryon, Tyler MacDonald and Jeff Babcock) Also D.J. Randy Mitchell will be keeping things rocking during sets!!

Candy Mountain has returned. This tradition started some years ago now. Helping the village folks out with some top up candy for our trick or treaters as Sydenham is always a busy hot spot. If you would like to contribute to this. Please drop your candy donations at either my house located st 4450 Portland Avenue or Christine's in the village at 4350 Mill Street. It's so amazing how our community and surrounding areas come together to help out ghouls and goblins .

A local family had a fire a few weeks ago. Todd and Barb have since found a new place to call home. Donation jar at One Stop and Lennys deli . Or join October 17th at 7pm downstairs legion... draws...etc. anyone who would like or is able to donate draw prizes. Please reach out. Just coming together as a community to show we care.

Verona

Debbie Lingen

Lots to do at the Verona Lions Club this October. Play Darts at the Verona Lions Club every Thursday evening! Arrive at 6:30. Games start at 7. Everyone welcome! Play for $2.

Tai Chi Practice at the Verona Lions Club. Anyone can participate for free. Every Monday at 8 am for an hour. Leader Kim Albano.

Line Dancing at the Verona Lions Club. Tuesdays from 9 am to 10 am. Beginner level, drop-ins welcome. $5.

Linda's Backyard Gardens will be open Saturday, October 4 from 9am to 1pm. Squash, tomatoes ( Roma, beef steak, rainbow, black cherry, pear mini and large), salad greens, snow peas, carrots, zucchini, egg plants, and celery. 4309 Maple Dr. Verona. 613-374-1370.

The Verona Lions Club will hold their Community Breakfast on Saturday October 11 (supporting dart playing enthusiasts)! 8:30am to 11am. Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancakes, toast, coffee, tea, juice.By donation. Proceeds go towards purchasing new dart boards. Register https://veronalions.ca/community-breakfasts/

Bellrock Chilifest will be held Saturday, October 18 from 12 noon to 4pm. There will be vendors. cookie decorating, bake sale, hot chocolate, bon fire and door prizes. Harrowsmith Brewing Co. on site. $5 per adult entry and kids are free, Bellrock Hall. 6034 Leveque Rd.

The 5th Annual Christmas in the Sawmill Artisan show and sale will be held Saturday October 18. Local artisans will be selling their one-of-a-kind handmade wares and paintings in and on the grounds of the historic Sawmill in Verona. From original art, handmade jewellery, home decor and even fresh coffee and snacks come out and support the community of local artists and artisans. Contact [email protected]

Vintage Fashion Show ( featuring clothing from the 1950s to the 1990s) will be held on Sunday, October 19 at 2 pm at Trinity United Church. Pie and ice cream social to follow. Entry $20 This event is hosted by Harrowsmith Women's Institute in support of New Leaf Link. Church, Verona

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser: Trinity will be hosting a community Spaghetti Fundraiser on Saturday October 25 from 4:30-6:30pm. Cost will be $12 per plate for adults, and $6 per plate for children under 10. You will be served spaghetti and sauce (meat and vegetarian options available), garlic bread, dessert and beverages. To reserve your seat, please contact the church office at 613-374-2777 or by email [email protected]

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