Community Columns - November 3rd, 2022

Nov 02, 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 Rec. Committee would like to thank all of the kids, and the parents who attended the Halloween Party last Saturday. It was a wonderful turn out with crafts. games and give aways. Thanks also to all of the volunteers who helped make the party a great success!!

The Arden United Church is continuing Coffee and Conversation Thursday mornings, at 10am. Bible study will start Wednesday November 9 at 7pm. All are welcome.

There is a lot of news this week from the Arden Legion, so we’ll start with the Charity Bingo, Thursday nights at 6pm sharp. Although it was a small crowd in attendance the first time, a great deal of fun was had and President Moore encourages others to join in. Bring your dabbers and have a good time. Euchre follows Bingo. November is membership renewal month so make sure you stop into the Legion before November 30 to cash in on Early Bird. There will be volunteers present Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 5pm till close and Thursdays 1pm till close, who can take your dues.

With Remembrance Day just around the corner don’t forget to purchase your poppies either at the branch or at the Post Office. Services in Arden will begin at 11am at the Community Centre. There will be a reception at the branch after the service.

It was great running into Tim & Penny Cota a while ago. It was a time of catching up and wishing each other well.

The Sharbot Lake and District are holding another “All You Can Eat Breakfast”, November 12, 8am to 11am at the Oso Hall. Proceeds for this breakfast will be donated to the Salvation Army Christmas Baskets.

A little bird told me that Sharbot Lake may be getting a visit December 4 from Santa. When I get more information on that special visit, I will let you know.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

Congratulations to Ron Sleeth and Norm Roberts in their successful campaign for the two seats of council for Storrington District. Ron Vandewal won re-election in the mayoral race, so Storrington is by and large in the same shape (representation wise) as we were before the election. If you have any questions or comments for our Councillors, you can call Ron Sleeth at 613-353-2475 or Norm Roberts at 613-353-7182.

Be sure to head to the Battersea United Church this Saturday (Nov 5th) for a Ham Supper. Tickets are $20 per person and includes all the fixings. There are two seating’s at 5pm and 6pm. You can reserve by calling Roberta at 613-353-2846.

There is a drive-thru flu shot clinic happening on November 8th from 3pm – 8pm at the South Frontenac Public Services Department, 2490 Keeley Road in Sydenham. Remember your health card, wear short sleeves, and stay in your car. Masks are strongly encouraged. Visit Sydenham Medical Clinic on Facebook for more information.

There will be a Remembrance Day Ceremony once again at Sandhill Cemetery on November 11th, the service starts at 10:45am.

There is a Christmas Vendors Market at the Inverary United Church on November 12th from 10am – 3pm.

I’ve been working 25/7 to come up with a joke about daylight savings time.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

The LOL Lions Club will be collecting monies during their Hunter’s Toll Road November 3-6th. This helps to support our Community so please be generous. They will also be holding a Remembrance Day Service on November 11th at 1 pm followed by refreshments.

The Lions are offering a Dine-in or Take-out Ham dinner to help support Diabetes Canada on November 12th. Dinner includes ham, scalloped potatoes, bread roll, mixed vegetables and dessert

Price: $20 Two seatings available - please reserve your seat: 4:30pm and 6:00pm Alternatively order for pick up by the 8th of November from Lynn 613 336 9426 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For the past 50 years the Mazinaw Lake Swim Program has provided the children of our community with affordable swimming lessons at Bon Echo to ensure they stay safe around our lakes. This year The Friends of Bon Echo has received approval from FedDev Ontario to allocate $25,000 of our grant funding to support this incredible program. Thanks to Beth Hasler, Mary Kelly and team for all the work they do to keep our kids safe, and thanks to FedDev for providing us with the opportunity to fund such an important service to our community.

Only 3 more Saturdays until the Lions Club of Land O'Lakes Santa Claus Parade!

Spots are filling up fast! The Kawartha Kavaliers Marching Band, ATV's, Cars, Trucks, Dogs, Boats, Trikes, Walking & Dancing groups and of course Santa! If you or a group would like to participate in the Lions Club of Land O'Lakes Santa Claus Parade in Northbrook on Saturday, November 26th at 1pm. Please Contact me (Lion Maude) now to secure your Spot in the parade and ask for your Registration Package!

After two years on hiatus the Hunter Roast Beef dinner is back. Roast beef with all the trimmings and home made pie will be on the menu at the Community Centre on Wed., Nov. 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

Everyone is welcome - not just hunters. Cost is $25, $10 for children under 12 and children under 5 eat free. There will be a 50/50 draw with proceeds going to the Children's Christmas Party.

The Community Centre could use some help peeling and chopping vegetables in preparation for the Hunter Dinner. Come to the hall with your favorite paring knife and peeler at 9:30 am on Wed. Nov. 9. We have mountains of potatoes, carrots and turnip to be peeled. While it's quite a bit of work, it's a lot of fun working together. See you soon.

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

The Denbigh Recreation Committee was very pleased with the fantastic turn out for the children’s Halloween Party on Saturday.   It was great to see all the children and their families joining in all the activities.  Your participation makes it all worth it for the volunteers.  Thank you to all who made it a special day.

The Snider Family had a family reunion this past weekend, with unlimited food, live music and lots of visiting.   It is great to see social activities in our community.

Land O’ Lakes Community Services is hosting Denbigh Diner’s on Monday November 7th at 11am to 1pm. at the Denbigh Hall.  On the menu is sausages and sauerkraut; all for $10.  Betty will be calling or you can RSVP to her at 613-333-2366.

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club is hosting a Hunters Lasagna Dinner on Friday November 11, 2022 from 4:30pm to 6pm  You can eat in or take out your meal of Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Salad and dessert; all for $20.  This event is catered by Schmidt’s Catering of Pembroke.  Please pre-order by calling 613-333-1984 or 1409. You can also e-transfer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

LARC’s Early ON playgroups are designed for caregivers and their children aged 0 - 6.  They are a place to discuss parenting with registered ECE’s, get acquainted with your local family resources, meet new people and spend meaningful times with the children in your lives.  The playgroup runs from 10am to 12noon at the AHCC Denbigh on Friday November 4th, 18th and December 2nd, 16th.   It is a great program and a fun way to meet others in the community.

Christmas is just around the corner and the Denbigh Recreation Committee is planning a Stationary Parade on Saturday December 17 at Heritage Park.  Start to think about ideas and join in the fun by entering a float.  We will also be carrying on the tradition of the annual Christmas Lights Contest.  More details to follow in the next month.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Congratulations to Kim and Dave Perry, owners and operators of Food Less Travelled in Verona, on receiving the Ambassador Award. Kim and her staff created a program at the start of the pandemic to connect food donors with community members who needed a little extra food for the table. Taking care of her community at such an uncertain time is just one expression of how Kim and Dave demonstrate the values and spirit of Frontenac Ambassadors Kim and Dave, thank you for your contributions to business in Frontenac. "

Thanks to the Central Frontenac Road Crew for grading White Lake, again, and improving the drainage to the west beside the hill.

Cooked Rice (ideally brown), soaked dog kibble, wed dog or cat food, fresh coconut in the shell, baked potatoes, suet blocks/bird cake, raw peanuts/walnuts/sunflower seeds, wild bird seed, uncooked oats and cereal. guardiansofrescue.org

Well done to the Sharbot Lake Pickleball Club for their presentation and request to Council for a confirmed location for their re-surfaced courts.  Fingers crossed that the new Council will consider and vote, soonest.

Keep your eyes open for a lost dog in the area of Fitzgerald Rd/Westport Road/Glendower. Large tan dog with a collar and a length of lead attached, very friendly but will be fearful.  If located please call 343-364-1629, Brenda Repaye.

6th Annual Craft Sale: 6522 Road 38, Verona Nov 17th, 10-6, Nov 18th, 10-6 and Nov 19th, 10-2.  See details on Facebook.

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

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 9am and 11am at the Golden Links Hall.  Cost is $15

Friday, November 25, the Harrowsmith and District Social & Athletic Club is once again pleased to announce their semi-annual Chinese dinner and Quarter Auction.  At the club at 4041 Colebrooke Road, Harrowsmith.  Dinner starts at 6:30pm.  Tickets are $18 for active members and $20 for non-members available at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-549-2937.

Saturday, November 12 is the Roberta Struthers Memorial Craft & Bake Sale between 09am and 2pm at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith.  Lunch will be available.  To rent a table please call 613-372-2410.  

Saturday, November 19 will be the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church Annual Craft Fair from 09am to 2:30pm, 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 4pm and dinner will be served at 5pm followed by the auction.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  They can be bought at the Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith gas station, Hartington gas station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  Cost is $20.  For more information call 613-372-2410.

The Rebekah’s are having a 12 days of Christmas draw.  Tickets are $5 each or 3/$10.  You could win a 32” smart TV, $100 cash and much more. Tickets can be purchased at the Golden Links Hall on Tuesday mornings from 10am – 12noon and Thursday afternoons from 3pm - 5pm.  First draw will be December 1st with the last one on December 12th.  All proceeds going to the Almost Home Kimmy Fund.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Rev. Charlie Burtch who at one time served in the Standard Churches in our area. Charlie will be remembered for his love of and sharing of Christian music, and message, pastoral visits to the sick and dying and being a great role model of faith.

Halloween brought some super-duper polite ghosts and goblins to our door.

Be sure to turn your clocks back on Sat. Nov. 6 and then start wearing reflective gear after dark to keep safe.

Our Pine Meadow people recently rocked on at Hidden Goldmine Bakery in Madoc, where they had a yummy time. Pine Meadow also rocked out for Halloween in their haunted courtyard. Thanks to the decorators.

Recent visitors to their homeland included Jessie Detlor-Sajevec, Miles and Mark Detlor. Also “yours truly” attended an alumni learning conference on resilience.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Remembrance Day Service November 11th at Sand Hill Cemetery will be followed by a reception at Storrington Lions Club Hall in Sunbury.

Clocks Go Back One Hour on Saturday Night! Enjoy that extra hour of sleep.

Pickleball - Storrington Lions Hall is ready for action! Reserve your court at 613-353-6920.

Drive-In Flu Shot Tuesday November 8th from 3pm. to 8pm.at 2490 Keeley Road. Bring your Health Card and wear short sleeves. No appointment necessary. Info: 613-376-3327.

Flu Shots are available at Inverary Pharmasave! Just walk-in during regular business hours.

Baked Ham Dinner – 2 sittings 5pm. & 6:30pm. on November 5th at Battersea United Church! Tickets are $20. Reserve now at 613-353-2846.

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

Holiday Market November 19th at Inverary United Church Hall from 10am – 2pm. All proceeds support Perth Road Public School – School Initiatives.

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

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

Tickets Available! Win one of 7 Prizes! Light Up Our Diamonds at Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Draw December 4th – get your tickets now! December 2, 3, 4 will be a three-day Mega LCBO Bottle Drive 10 to 4 pm at the park gates. Drop your returns in the trailer – last chance to buy tickets! Call or text Judy for tickets at 613-545-5017. Thank you to Bay of Quite Mutual for their donation of $500 to our Campaign.

Eyeglasses & Hearing Aides! Storrington Lions Club is collecting used eyeglasses and hearing aides to help people in developing countries. Drop off at the Lions Hall in Sunbury.

Breakfast with Santa! on Saturday, December 3rd at the Storrington Lions Club Hall. Includes a meal, activities for kids and of course, time with Santa! Cost is a free-will donation.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

The ABC Hall presents: Margarita Pub and Dance Night – Join us for a Mexican themed Pub and Dance Night November 12, featuring the music of the Three2GO band. Doors open at 7pm, Music at 7:30pm. Tickets are $25 and are available at ONstagedirect.com Mexican snacks will be served and the bar has margaritas available as well as all your drinks of choice. ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, Maberly. www.abchall.ca For more information please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The ABC hall in Maberly, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. is once again hosting weekly euchre. This event will run Tuesdays at 1pm starting November 1, 2022. We will be charging $5 as we do with most weekly events. There will be no lunch and no prizes, just lots of fun!

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

I woke Halloween morning to a beautiful orange sky - appropriate for Halloween.

After two years of Covid restrictions, the Hunter Roast Beef dinner is back.  Roast beef with all the trimmings and homemade pie will be on the menu at the Ompah Community Centre on Wed., Nov. 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome - not just hunters. Those is the know will be there early!  Cost is $25, $10 for children under 12 and children under 5 eat free.  There will be a 50/50 draw with proceeds going to the Children's Christmas Party.

The Community Centre could use some help peeling and chopping vegetables in preparation for the Hunter Dinner.  Come to the hall with your favorite paring knife and peeler at 9:30 am on Wed. Nov. 9.  Mountains of potatoes, carrots and turnip will be readied for cooking.  While it's quite a bit of work, it's a lot of fun working together.  Come on out to help out.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

The next Lions Club All You Can Eat Breakfast is Saturday Nov. 12 at the OSO township hall with proceeds going to the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper fund.  

Speaking of Christmas as it is fast approaching the Lions Club are having a visit with Santa on Dec. 4 at the Legion in Sharbot Lake from 1pm to 3pm.  They are also selling their yummy Christmas goodies.

Congratulations to all those that were successful in their run in the election.  It is nice to see most of the election signs down after the fact.

Lots of people were tied up at the tracks in Parham for awhile.

Chase Matson and helpers put on a great tournament on Saturday for Kamp Kiki - congratulations to Missy Thompson's team on winning and donating their money back to the fundraiser!  What a great day to play ball!

Thanks to all who attended the Bingo for the GREC Eductiona Center on Friday also to those who donated to the Harvest Auction sponsored by Mayflower Lodge.

Some great games being played at the Frontenac arena...be sure to check them out!

Hope everyone had a safe Halloween.

Good luck to all the deer hunters next week.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

Upcoming events at the Sunday school hall

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

X Sat, Nov 5: - 9am to 2pm Canteen will be open. (Some tables still available (Call 353-1690) Several Vendors, excellent opportunity for Xmas gifts.

Xmas Concert: Chris Murphy & Jon McLurg to get you in the Holliday spirit! Dec. 11th. Payment by Goodwill offering.

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

Leland helping Hand- Four Handed Euchre, Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., $5, includes light refreshments at 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.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Everybody is talking about the delicious St Kilian's Church soup and sandwich lunch and the super selection of arts and crafts that is coming up this Sat Nov 5 from 10am-2pm at the Clar-Mill Hall at 6598 Buckshot Lake Road in Plevna! Have you visited the annual Plevna Christmas Craft Sale yet? It is always filled with a fabulous selection of Christmas Gift ideas; including custom designed shirts, wine glasses, jewellery, knit, crocheted and sewn items and so much more!! They hope to see you there!!

The next weight loss challenge weigh-in will take place this Sun Nov 6 in Ardoch. If you are interested in losing weight and getting healthier and maybe being one of the lucky winners, this may be the challenge for you!! For more information, you can contact me at 613 264-5325 or visit the weight loss challenge Facebook page. 

Clarendon Central Public School's delicious Pepperettes arrive at the school today, Thurs Nov 3 for pickup! I can't wait!! 

The Shamrock Bakery in Plevna is closed up for another season! They would like to thank everybody for coming in and for all the fun! They look forward to seeing you next year! 

The Snow Road Snowmobile Club still has sled raffle tickets available! Don't miss out on your chance to win the 2 sleds and trailer package!! Tickets are available at Arnott Brothers Construction in Perth, Crains Construction in Maberly, Highland Store in Mcdonalds Corners, Highland Maintenance and Repair on Robertson Lake and Palmerston Lake Marina in Ompah. You can also etransfer Alice Gilchrist at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Alice also sells club 50/50 tickets by etransfer. If you visit the Snow Road Snowmobile Club Facebook page, you can also track where and when Ruth Wark sets up a table to sell the tickets.

The 2022 North Frontenac Santa Claus Parade is Sat Dec 3! The parade route leaves the Township office at 6pm and travels east on hwy 506/509, ending at the Ompah Community Center. Everyone is invited to participate in the parade! If you would like to enter a float please contact Dillon Boles at 613 650-7746.

The Christmas party will be at 2pm at the Ompah Community Center Where children can visit with Santa and have their picture taken and there will also be face painting and crafts!

Deer hunting season starts next week and if you are a movie lover and you and your friends want to borrow some great DVD's in the evenings for your hunting camp, The Plevna Library is the place to visit!! They have an awesome selection and all you need is a DVD player and a library card!! Our Plevna Library hours are Tues and Thurs 2-4 and 5-7 and Fri and Sat 10-1!! 

Good Luck to all the hunters and may you all enjoy a happy and safe hunt!! 

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Hey Sydenham, sorry for being missing in action, that virus called Covid managed to find me. Please do yourselves and those around you a favour as we go into this cold and flu season, be responsible and respectful. Nobody likes cooties.

Trousdale’s Foodland is making quite a scene… the launch of a new rewards program on November 3rd, Scene+ is coming to your local grocery store. As of November 2nd your Air Miles collector points will no longer be accepted. Scene+ is here and it’s super exciting, see in store for more details.

Also winter hours have started at Foodland, Monday to Friday 8am-7pm, Sunday 8am-6pm. As we head into the holiday season, don’t forget we have so many amazing options for your holiday needs right here in our village, thanks to all our amazing local businesses for all you do.

The Halloween fundraiser dance held at SHS was a spooktacular event, many memories were made, the reunion next year should be quite a thing.

November 8th be sure to roll up your sleeves and roll on up to Keeley Road to get your flu shot, the last clinic was very well organized, so from 3-8pm, grab your health card and head to 2490 Keeley Road if you’re looking for your annual flu shot. Masks are strongly encouraged.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

BellRock Hall is hosting a performance by the Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra on Sunday November 6 at 2 pm. This orchestra was established 20 years ago with the goal of preserving and teaching traditional fiddle music and skills. Led by Cindy Mccall, they will provide a variety of fiddle tunes. Toes will be tapping! Admission is a free-will offering.

There will be a Remembrance Service on Friday, November 11 at 10:50 am at the Verona Cenotaph. Contact the Verona Community Association by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you wish to lay a wreath.

The Roberta Struthers Memorial Craft & Bake Sale will be held Saturday, November 12 from 9am to 2pm at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith. Lunch will be available. To rent a table please call 613-372-2410.

The Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) committee wish to invite you to a free lunch and presentation on Wills and Power of Attorney by Michelle Foxton of Michelle L. Foxton Professional Corporation on Friday, November 18, Topics will include estate planning, the purpose and benefits of estate planning, powers of attorney and scenarios your beneficiaries and trustees may find themselves in if they are without a will. This will be held at the Grace Hall, Sydenham. Reservations are required as seating is limited. You may register online at www.frontenacsalt.ca or by calling the Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation (SFCSC) at 613-376-6477 no later than Monday November 14.

Christmas in the Village, the annual Craft Fair will be held Saturday, November 19 at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church from 9 am to 2:30 pm. Free admission.

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