Community Columns - October 6th, 2022

Oct 05, 2022

These columns from our community reporters are updated every week.

Table of Contents

• Arden
• Battersea/Storrington
• Cloyne - Northbrooke
• Denbigh
• Godfrey
• Harlowe
• Harrowsmith
• Henderson
• Inverary
• Maberly-Bolingbroke
• Mississippi
• Ompah
• Parham-Tichborne
• Perth Road
• Plevna
• Sydenham
• Verona

Arden
by Wanda Harrison

The Kennebec and District Historical Society enjoyed a trip to the South Frontenac Museum, last week. We had a grand tour and especially enjoyed the history and displays representing the various areas of South Frontenac. Our guides provided us with much of the background information as to how and who made their vision of displaying their numerous articles possible. There was a question-and-answer period along with the volunteers hopes for the future years. After the tour the group enjoyed a very pleasant lunch, then headed back home to Arden. If you have any interest in the past history of our community, please get in touch with Sarah Hale and join the group.

The Mountain Grove United Church are taking orders for Thanksgiving Apple Pies, the cost is $15.00 per pie. Pies will be available for pickup on October 6, 12:00 noon to 1:00pm. Please get in touch with Judy Gray at 613-279-5673 to place your order.

On October 8, at 10:00am the United Church is hosting a “folk remedy”program. Explore the fact that various household products were utilized in the past for many common ailments.

There will be a Congregational meeting Wednesday October 12 at 7:00pm at the Arden Church.

The Sharbot \lake and District Lions are sponsoring another of their Breakfasts, Saturday October 8, at Oso Hall. All proceeds will be donated to the Diabetes Association.

EarlyON has asked me to remind all parents with kiddos 0-6 years old, of the free programs available to them. You can register your family at keyon.ca, see the programs available them register for the requested program. For questions, please call Early ON EarlyON ay 613-279-3151.

Thinking of Mickie Roseberry and anyone else dealing with health issues.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

WOW Battersea! What a great Pumpkin Festival! Thank you to everyone for all the support; we’ve heard wonderful reviews so far! We had about 2,500 people join us for the event. The Pumpkin Tower was 219lbs and two winners guessed right on the money. They will split the cash prize generously provided by Ormsbees Mercantile. The House Decorating Contest winners are 5190 Battersea Road, they’ll enjoy $50 at The Cookery in Inverary. We already cannot wait for next year’s festival! If you have any feedback, ideas, or want to get involved, please reach out. We are always happy to have more and new help!

EarlyON is offering FREE playgroup programs in our area for our children ages 0-6 years and their parents and caregiver’s. Register your family for an account at keyon.ca. Families need to preregister on keyon.ca before participating or call them at 613-279-3151 for any questions. Please find them on keyon.ca

Are you ready for the municipal elections? Make sure you’re on the voters list before we go to the polls on October 24th!

What happened when the turkey got in a fight? The stuffing was knocked out of him.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

Flinton Diner’s October 18th, 11am.-1pm Flinton Hall. Cost $10. Ham. Please RSVP Katie By October 11th 613-336-8934 x 229

Northbrook Diner’s October 25th, 11am-1pm Northbrook Lions Hall. Cost $10. Menu-Roast Pork. Please RSVP Katie By October 11th 613-336-8934 x 229

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

It’s Thanksgiving weekend and the leaves are in full colour.  Time to take a drive, have a nice fall walk, or sit on your porch or deck and enjoy the fantastic colours.  We hope you have a great Thanksgiving visiting with family or friends.

The Denbigh Recreation Committee will be hosting a Halloween party at the Denbigh Rink Building on Saturday October 29th, 2022.  This Halloween party is a fun event for the children to look forward to.   Posters to follow.   See you there.

The Denbigh Community Food Bank will be open Tuesday October 11 and 25 @ 10:30.  Please call 613-333-2224 if you are in need.

Congratulations to Darian and Katrina Malcolm on their marriage last weekend.    The great weather was in their favour.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Fall Harvest Vendor sale - Saturday, October 15 from 9am to 1pm, Fogarty Hall, 2905 Westport Rd, Godfrey. Fall and Christmas themes, Crafters creations, small business, bake sale and raffle. Tables available inside and outside. Canteen available. Sponsored by The Catholic Women's League, Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Congratulations to Corey Gemmill who won the District 8 Safety Truck Roadeo on Tuesday and placed seventh overall in the provincial finals Wednesday in Napanee. The competition is held by the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors and allows snow plow and equipment operators to showcase their skills and expertise https://globalnews.ca/.../trucking-safety-roadeo-napanee.../

Keep an eye out for a large wandering Bernese Mountain dog who is very timid.  He was last seen in Hartington on Road 38 possibly heading north and has been missing for quite some time.  Do not approach as the dog is very timid and will run.  Take a photo and call 613-893-0102.

If you are on the South Frontenac side, be sure to register for the Spooky South Frontenac House Decorating Contest to win a $75.00 gift card.  Enter by Oct 26th at www.southfrontenac.net/spooky

Travelling or returning to Canada on or after October 1st 2022?

From this date, all travellers will no longer have to be vaccinated against #Covid19 to enter Canada (previously required for foreign nationals), and will no longer have to test for COVID-19 or quarantine/isolate.

Foreign nationals must still meet the entry requirements under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and provide appropriate travel and immigration documentation as necessary.

Learn more: http://ow.ly/bKq450KSZKq

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

The Frontenac Women's Chorus is still looking for new members.  If you love to sing, laugh and meet other women to share the gift of music, then this chorus is for you!!  Call Stellas at 613-214-9529 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..   

Time for the Rebekah’s pie sale - Apple, strawberry rhubarb, blueberry, pumpkin, raspberry, cherry.  To order, call 613-876-1330.  The last date to order is Sunday, December 4 with a pick up date of Sunday, December 11 between 9:00 and 11:00 at the Golden Links Hall.  Cost is $15.00

Sunday, October 16 is TAKE OUT beef dinner night at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith.  PICK UP between 4:30 and 6:00.  Advance tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, October 12.  Cost is $20.00 and tickets are available at the Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith gas station, Hartington gas station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  For more information call 613-372-2410.

Monday, October 24 is the Municipal Council and School Board elections.  To check whether you're on the Voter's List, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

Saturday, November 12 is the Roberta Struthers Memorial Craft & Bake Sale between 09:00 - 14:00 at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith.  Lunch will be available.  To rent a table please call 613-372-2410.  

Saturday, November 19, 2022 will be the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church Annual Craft Fair from 09:00 to 14:30, at 3876 Harrowsmith Road.  Call 613-372-1238 for more information.  Admission is free.  

Sunday, November 20, there will be a Chinese dinner and silent auction at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith.  This is a fundraising event with all proceeds going to the Almost Home “Kimmy fund”.  Doors will open at 16:00 and dinner will be served at 17:00 followed by the auction.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  Ticket sales start on Saturday, October 15 and end on Wednesday, November 16.  They can be bought at the Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith gas station, Hartington gas station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  Cost is $20.00.  For more information call 613-372-2410.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Happy Thanksgiving one and all. The yards in our area are fantastically decorated with pumpkins and garden produce making for a thankful atmosphere.

Our Pine Meadow People had a blast on their recent trip to Tim Hortons in Madoc. Fall colours and lots of goodies made it super duper.

Henderson United thanks everyone who attended, donated, and made our recent pork stew fundraising supper so terrifically tasty and fun! The church will be decorated for Thanksgiving this Sunday at 8:45am and all are welcome. It’s great to have student clergy Kaitlyn Ostrander back after a short break.

This Saturday, October 8th at 10am, our Arden worship site will host an hour long folk remedies workshop on the topic of apple cider vinegar, cream of tartar, sea salt and plants that help with basic cold symptoms. This is a workshop that shares some lived experience and is not meant to replace the advice of a licensed medical practitioner. All welcome.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Bivalent Vaccine available to walk-ins 18+ at Inverary Pharmasave!

2nd Annual Heritage Cider Day at Loughborough Heritage Orchard! Monday, October 10 from 10:30am to 4:00pm, 3371B Lakeside Road, Inverary. Tons of fun for everyone including a bouncy castle, hiking trails, farm animals, mini donuts, free Hallowe’en bags for the kids, fresh-picked organic apples, and of course, the orchard’s much-loved cider by the cupful and jugful. The industrial sized cider press will be working and on display. No admission fee; all are welcome.

Update! Inverary Youth Activities Group raffle tickets! Chance to win one of 7 Prizes! Prize #1 Christmas Tree of Assorted Gift Cards woth $1000, Prize #2 Three Piece Luggage Set, Prizes #3 #4 #5 #6 each a $100 Visa Gift Card and Prize #7 a beautiful wooden Bird House. Tickets $5.00. December 2, 3, 4 will be a three-day Mega LCBO Bottle Drive 10 to 4 pm at the park gates. Save your returns! December 4th at 4 pm. will be the draw for the 7 Prizes at the park gates.

Thank you Jack Knox Well Drilling, Link Line Fencing and Ward's Marine for your support. Also thank you to Storrington Lions Club for their donation of $1000 to our lights campaign!

Village House Decorating Contest! Win a $50 Gift Card to the Cookery in Inverary. Prize will be awarded October 1st at 4:00 pm. For more info visit www.batterseapumpkingfestival.com

Open Mic! Fridays at Inverary United Church Hall. More info contact John Kot 613-653-4447.

Pilates Classes on Mondays 6:15 and Yoga Classes on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm. at Inverary United Church Hall.

Craft & Bake Sale plus a Penny Auction by the Perth Road Crafters on Saturday October 29th from 9 am to 2 pm at 5612 Perth Road Cr.

Chris Murphy in Concert with special guest Jess Wedden on October 30th at 7:00 pm. at Inverary United Church.

Christmas Vendor Market Saturday November 12th from 10 am to 3 pm at Inverary United Church. A real treat with a wide assortment of talent on display! See you there!

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

No column; check back next week!

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

No column; check back next week!

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

They say there's no place like home, and no matter which way you turn to Parham from your outings, whether it's from the North, South, East or West,  Mother Nature has such an array of colours.  The trees are amazing in their fall colours.  Besides, look around and see what's happening elsewhere in the world... So this Thanksgiving, remember to count your blessing and have a wonderful weekend.

Reminder about the Lions Club's breakfast on Oct. 8 at OSO Hall. Profits to go to Diabetes.

On Sunday, the Retired Jean Brown led our worship service and held communion.  Food will be collected next week for the food bank.

Mark your calendar for Nov. 12 as the District #4 Recreation Committee will be hosting a Vendor Sale at the CE Building in Parham from 10 to 2.  Who knows - maybe you can get a head start or finish your Christmas shopping.  As well, there is another vendor event at Archie's place in Crow Lake on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 10 to 2 - there will be lots of events for the kids for Halloween - be sure to stop by!

Thinking of you to Eric & Muriel Wagar, Jason McCullough, and Johnae Leyfield.

Thinking of Janice Morrow and Donnie Smith, who were in 2 separate car accidents.  

Granite Ridge is selling cheese from Wilton to help with the New York Fundraiser.  Call the school for the next order date.

EarlyON continues to offer FREE programs in our area for children ages 0-6 years and their parents and caregivers. Register your family for an account at keyon.ca. They would need to preregister on keyon.ca before participating or call us at 613-279-3151 for any questions.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS:

BIRTHDAY WISHES to those who have birthdays this week.

UPCOMING EVENTS PERTH RD. SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL:

Tuesday Lunches return on Tue, Oct, 4. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for home-made soup, sandwiches and desert.

Roast Beef Supper on Sat, Oct 1: 5pm – 7pm. Cost $22 (12 yrs. and under: $10) No booking required. Includes Coffee/Tea & desert.(Carry Out available)

All Candidates Meeting: Wed, Oct 5: 7:00pm.

Community Pot Luck Supper Sat, Oct 15. (Details to follow) Please note corrected date.

Craft Sale Sat, Nov 5: 9am – 5pm

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE Leland Helping Hand - We are looking for new members, please contact Peggy Newport at 613-353-2635.

LELAND HELPING HAND, Four Handed Euchre Begins Thursday October 6 @ 1:00pm, $5, includes light refreshments. Harris Park, 5612 Perth Road Crescent, Perth Road Village

Perth Road VILLAGE Crafters presents their Handmade Crafts & Bake Sale, Penny Auction, Saturday, October 29, 9am to 2pm Harris Park, 5612 Perth Road Crescent, Perth Road Village.

Perth Road VILLAGE Crafters continue to meet every Wednesday: 9:30am – 11:30am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. If you’re a first timer, check us out for free. Please contact Cheryl Bird 613-353-7303.

THE EarlyON child and family centres is continuing to offer FREE programs in your area for children ages 0-6 years and their parents and caregiver’s. Register for an account at keyon.ca. Preregister on keyon.ca before participating or call 613-279-3151 for any questions. Check out the schedule at www.rfcs.ca.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Rural Frontenac Child Services is continuing to offer their FREE program in our area on Tuesday from 9:30-1pm at the Clar-mill hall in Plevna. The program is for our children ages 0-6 years and their caregivers. You can register your family for an account at keyon.ca.

Please note: You would need to pre-register on keyon.ca before participating or call them at (613) 279-3151 for any questions.

Plevna's Creative Grapes Winemaking  is excited about several wines arriving this week! Pre-orders are now being taken for The Global Passport Series Brochures!!  Do you have your name on the list for The Apres Dessert Wines that have been ordered? The Cider Kits have arrived and are selling quickly!! People have begun preparing their wine for the holidays. You are welcome to stop in for brochures and more information!

You are welcome to join the Sharing Steps group on Monday and Wednesday nights at the Clar-Mill Hall at 5:30pm where you can move and groove with some good music and great people! It costs $4 a visit or $25 for the month. For more info, you can contact Donna at (905) 925-1552.

For the month of October, there will be an attendance contest with North Frontenac Fitness - for every class you attend, you'll get a "point" towards your monthly total. Holly's classes are Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna at 5pm!!

But, there's more! If you bring a *new* guest, you will get 2 points! The more first time guests or referrals to a class, the more points you will earn towards your monthly total (the new guest will only be counted once, should they continue to attend).

It will be up to you to make sure that you've signed in at every class that you attend, plus added your guest beside your name, to ensure Holly has an accurate count at the end of the month.

The person with the highest point total by October 31st will win their choice of a FREE MONTH of fitness for November, or a $30 gift card towards a spa service at Polished! WOW!!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

No column; check back next week!

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

The Sydenham WI Bake Sale with pies for Thanksgiving will be held this Saturday, October 8 at The Verona Vendor Village and Market. This is the last day for the market this season. There will be fresh squash, carrots, beets, peppers, radishes, kale, onions, garlic and more. Plus wares from 15 vendors and 8 yard sales. The Market will be collecting donations for the food bank, looking for pasta sauce, canned tomatoes, hearty soups and stews, cereal, pancake mix and syrup, pork and beans. The Market is at 4309 Maple Dr.

TAKE OUT beef dinner on Sunday, October 16, Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, PICK UP between 4:30 and 6:00 advance tickets only with a cut off date of Wed Oct 12, cost $20.00. Tickets available at Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith gas station, Hartington gas station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For info, call 613-372-2410.

Bellrock Fall Festival will be held Saturday, October 22 from 1pm to 4pm at the Bellrock Community Hall. Free admission. There will be lots to do, face painting, live music, crafts and a puppet show. Bake sale! Storytime and more.

The Verona Lions Club now have 3 outdoor pickle ball courts - two in the parking lot and one under the pavilion. After October 31, they will also have an indoor court. Outdoor courts are free to use if you have your own equipment or contact the Lions at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to inquire about paddles and nets. They will be renting out the indoor court at $20/ hour with a 2 hour minimum. Bring your own equipment or sign out what you need from the Lions Club. All this has been made possible by a grant from the Township of South Frontenac. The Verona Lions would like to thank the Township for helping them offer another recreational opportunity for our community.

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

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