Community Columns, February 15th, 2024

Feb 14, 2024

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
• Sharbot Lake
• Verona

Arden
by Wanda Harrison

This weekend is Family Day/Heritage weekend, and Arden will have events that will please the whole family. The Kennebec Lake Association will host their fun day Saturday at the Springwood Cottage area, on the lake with a 11am start. At the community centre at 10am, there will be a bake sale, a brunch and displays from the Historical Society. At 3pm there will be a natural remedy demo from the Friends of the Frontenac and a Tai Chi Demo. The Legion will host n Open Mic/Kareoke night starting at 7pm, at the Branch. There will also be a skate-a-thon, Saturday Feb 17, noon to Midnight.

On Sunday, there will be a Heritage Demo at the farm, beginning at 10am. At the Matson Farm.

There will be flyers in various areas in the Village, and a Flag, indicating the location of various events. This is a weekend for families, so join into the fun.

Arden United Church is putting on a "Music for a Sunday Afternoon” concert on Feb 25th, 2pm, 1076 Railway St, Arden.

Come enjoy a special selection of beautiful music (requested by people in the community) performed by a variety of musicians and vocalists that promises to bring joy, love and fond memories to warm your heart on a cold winter's day.  Followed by snacks, coffee and tea social

Free will donation gratefully accepted.  (100% donation goes to the church)

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Battersea/Storrington

Did you hear about the race between the lettuce and the tomato? The lettuce was "a head" but the tomato was trying to "ketch-up"!

Get ready for a busy Family Day Weekend! Starting at 11 Sunday, be at The Creekside for Hockey Day in Battersea! 8 teams competing for bragging rights in this annual event. Kyle has been checking the ice, looks perfect so far. But a road hockey game is a solid plan B, so this tournament goes whatever Mother Nature has up her sleeve!

Then on Monday head to the Frontenac Community Arena in Godfrey for free fun family festivities! From 11-3 enjoy games, skating, horse-drawn rides and s’mores around the fire pits! Go to www.southfrontenac.net to see the full list or call Amanda at 613-376-3027 ext 4447 for details about how you can participate.  

Look after your WINTER WELLNESS! Back to Health is offering YOGA classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.  All levels welcome, no experience necessary. Small groups so reserve your spot early!  Book online www.backtohealthmassageandwellness.janeapp.com 

Also at Back to Health, move better & feel better with EXERCISE CLASSES with Ashley! All levels welcome! Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays!  Pricing, details and book online at www.backtohealthrmt.com/classes. 

Call Allie at 613-353-1109 for any information you might need! 

Did you know that Rural Frontenac Community Services offer an amazing FREE preschool program?? Open to children from birth to 6 years old, it's a wonderful opportunity for both parents/caregivers and children! Please go to keyon.ca for programs, information and schedules.  Or reach out to Marcie at 613-279-3151.

Storrington Stinger News... Mrs. Domingo is settling into her new role as principal very nicely! Should we call her "Queen Bee"! Students and staff are looking forward to the long Family Day Weekend.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

Another very busy day for the Golden Girls! They finished with the TB tests and made some very special Valentine decorations for the residents of Pine Meadow. They cannot thank Sue Tobia enough for all her time and patience preparing the Golden Girls for their next visit to Pine Meadow Nursing Home. Thanks to Teri for the many jars, Marlean for getting supplies and keeping everyone organized, and to the Golden Girls for making such beautiful Valentine arrangements. The picture tells it all!

Pine Meadow would like to extend their gratitude to the Tweed Legion for their kind donation to the Home.

To celebrate Family Day The Cloyne & District Historical Society presents genealogist Cindy Austin.   She will talk about the old families in our area, and the methods she uses to track ancestors.  Everyone is welcome at the Barrie Hall at 1pm on Monday, Feb 19th, 2024.

The Cloyne Rec Club and Hunter’s Creek Golf Course are hosting the Glitz and Glam Ladies Galentines Bash 19+on Friday, February 23, 2024 from 7:30pm to 1:30am at 1198 Hwy 506. The cost is $20.00 for snacks, photo booth, music, dancing and so much more! Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. or check them out on Facebook for more information.

On March 2 from 8am to 11am please join the North Addington Education Centre Parent Council Advisory and the Kaladar Barrie Fire Department at the Flinton Recreation Centre for the FIRE FIGHTERS PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Proceeds raised will go towards the NAEC busing for extra curricular activities. Kids $5 Adults $10.  This is a cash only event.  If you are unable to attend but would like to contribute, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Keep an eye out for more coming to you from the Cloyne Rec Club: Easter egg hunt on March 30th, Meet the Machines on June 8th, and Show and Shine on July 27th. These dates are tentative.

Mark your calendars for the following Land O’Lakes Lions events: On Saturday, February 24th you will find them at their information booth at the Plevna Winterfest. See what they are all about, how they help the community, and become a member. On Sunday, March 10th between 2pm and 5pm all are invited to Music and Friends. Enjoy even more musicians as you sing along and get up and dance. Both the canteen and bar will be open. Bring your friends and neighbours and enjoy being community. This event is held at the Lions Hall in Northbrook. Another event coming to the Lions Hall is on Saturday, March 16th. Come out between 8pm to 12am and enjoy an entertaining evening of live music, a D.J., food, Irish beverages, and prizes. Tickets are $15.00. Don’t forget your dance shoes and that bit of Irish within you. Keep your eyes open and you might even see a Leprechaun.

Exciting news from Connie Pringle Kot: “Hello all. I'm an instructor with St. John Ambulance (almost 30 years). I live in the area. I will be instructing a babysitter course March 9th at the Barrie Township Hall in Cloyne. Time will be from 9-4 (usually done a bit earlier). Cost $75 per student. You need to register ahead of time with Heather at St. John Ambulance in Kingston. Her e-mail is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This is for children 11-14 years of age (they must be 11 within a couple weeks of the course). They need to bring pen or pencil, note book, lunch, snacks (garbage must go home with the child) and emergency contact information. Seating is limited to 14 students. If this fills up and another date is needed, I will try and offer another either during March break or on a PA Day and/or another Saturday, in the coming months. Also, within the coming 6 months I will try and run a Home Alone course, an Emergency First Aid Course and a Standard First Aid Course. First Aid classes will consist of both level A and C, CPR, with AED. All prices are set through SJA, all registration will be done through SJA. I am only the instructor.”

At the stroke of noon on February 15, 1965, Canada’s red and white maple leaf flag was raised for the very first time on Parliament Hill. On the same day in 1996, National Flag of Canada Day was declared. Our national flag is a symbol that unites Canadians and reflects the common values we take pride in — democracy, inclusion and equity. Celebrate our Canadian flag today!

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

I hope the various pancake suppers in the community were enjoyed by all.  Thank you to the Church’s that made these social events and dinner possible.

Denbigh Rec Committee is hosting cards on Friday February 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Denbigh Hall.  Come join the fun!!

Denbigh Rec Committee is hosting a Family Fun Day on Saturday February 24th at the Addington Highlands Community Centre in the gym.    There will be activities, board games and lots of great fun.  Watch for posters and on Facebook.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Every so often, someone comes into your life and makes an impact. For me, I remember when I first met Shae Alton at a Diner's Club and her bright smile was warm and inviting. She spoke with eloquence as we discussed the matters of the day and she had a genuine interest in who I was and how I was.  From then on, we would run into each other at various events and it was like coming home to family as we would hug and chatter about this and that.  I was shocked when I heard of her recent hospitalization, and then gutted when I heard of her quick decline and then passing this past week. I am only consoled knowing we had recently spoken, hugged, and shared a communal meal amongst friends and neighbours, our last it seems....I am at a loss for words.  I send my heartfelt condolences to everyone whose lives she touched. I will remember her kindness and grace...she was truly, one in a million!

The Bedford Historical Society invites you to their annual Open House on Sunday, Feb 18, 2024, from 11am to 3pm at Glendower Hall (1381 Westport Rd) to celebrate the bicentennial of the first survey of Bedford Township by Samuel Manson Benson. The survey marked out the concessions and lots for Bedford Township. 

A sequence of 20-minute presentations expanding on surveying and mapping will take place at 11:30, 1, and 2:30 when Benson and his survey crew were in the field conducting their survey. Maps of Bedford Township will also be on display.

Join us to learn more about the survey and the fascinating events that occurred during this time to help form Bedford Township.

Plan to spend Family Day in South Frontenac at the Frontenac Community Arena, Monday, Feb 19th 2024 from 11am to 3pm. There will be free public skating, snow tubing, free hot chocolate, a kid's obstacle course, outdoor games and activities, and more! 4299 Arena Boundary Road, Godfrey.

Welcome to EarlyON Child and Family Centres, where you can learn, connect, and play with your child, meet other people, and receive parenting information from trained Early Childhood Educators. 

When you attend an EarlyON program you can expect to find opportunities for sensory play, creative art, music and movement, language and literacy, cognitive and problem solving, science and nature, dramatic play, and active play for you and your children ages 0-6 years. Free in your community.

Families can find the schedule on keyon.where they will need to register.

The next SALT event will be held on February 20, 2024, at the Sharbot Lake Legion at 11am.  The presentation will be on Dementia and looking at Reminiscing Kits available through the Kingston Frontenac Public Library.  Lunch will be provided after the presentation.  If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Hope to see everyone there. Rural Frontenac Community Services 613.279.3151 ext 201 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  www.rfcs.ca

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

EarlyON Child and Family Centres offer programs with opportunities for sensory play, creative art, music and movement, language and literacy, cognitive and problem solving, science and nature, dramatic play and active play for parents with children ages (0 - 6 years).  Free in your community.  Access times and locations at keyon.ca .

Delicious maple syrup for sale in 1 litre jugs for $22, 2 litre jugs for $38 and 4 litre jugs for $70.  Pickup locations in Harrowsmith, Verona, Sydenham, Kingston or Gananoque on March 30, 2024.  All proceeds go towards the New Leaf Link programs for adults with developmental disabilities.  Order today at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Sunday, February 18, 2024 TAKE OUT turkey dinner, Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith.  Advance tickets only with a cutoff date of Wednesday, February 14, 2024.  Cost is $20.00. Tickets are available at the gas stations in Sydenham, Harrowsmith and Hartington as well as Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  Pickup time between 4 and 5:30.  For information, call 613-372-2410.

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 How to Setup an Email Account Tech Tutorial at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church 3876 Harrowsmith Road.  Registration is required.  Call Chelsea Thomas at 613-376-6477 x 308 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Saturday, February 24, 2024 there will be a Benefit Dance "Fight the Fight" at the Sydenham Legion, 4361 Amelia Street for Darryl Silver of the Silverbrook Garden Centre. Doors open at 7pm.  Music by Still Standing starts at 8pm.  Tickets available at the One Stop and the Legion.    

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 there is a Painting Workshop theme Maple Syrup at the Sydenham Legion Hall, 4361 Amelia Street, Sydenham.  Age 55+ beginner to experienced painters welcome.  Canvas, paint and brushes provided for a $5 donation.  Bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun!  Registration is required - call Natalee Lennox at 613-376-6477 ext 310 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

Friday, March 1, 2024 there is a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith for Public School children from 7pm to 9pm.  Cost is $7.00.  For information call 613-372-2410. 

Sunday, March 10, 2024 will be the Old Tyme Fiddlers Open Mic at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith from 1 to 5pm followed by dinner.  Cost is $15.00.   Please bring a dessert to share.  For information, call 613-372-2710.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Cupid flew in to Henderson this past week  along with a crow and also robins- sure signs of spring and also the sap is running in the maple trees- so syrup season is on the horizon- yahoo!! We hope for a “spring snow tan”.

Our Land O’Lakes Public School is appreciative of all who supported last week's  pancake breakfast hosted by the Sharbot Lake Lions - resulting in $2000.00 in aid of the school playground.

Our Harlowe friends host a fiddlers bash this third Sat of the month (Feb. 17) at the Harlowe Hall from 1 - 5 and it’s also a blast - Yahoo!! As well, that is Family weekend and a time when free fishing is allowed without a license so more folks can fish.

This weekend is Heritage weekend - with many events happening- including an Open Mic from 1-5 at the Arden Legion.

On Monday, February 19th, at 1pm at the Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne, Cindy Austin a family history and genealogical researcher will be speaking on how she uses genealogical research to solve family mysteries and find previously unknown birth relatives.

So many people donate and help out at Pine Meadow, and this week the Tweed Legion offered a financial donation to the residents which was truly appreciated. The Golden Girls created and donated Valentine decorations for Pine Meadow too!!

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Hockey Day in Battersea! Family Day Weekend Event... 3 on 3 Tournament. Form your team with as many players as you like. Cost per player is $60 and this includes lunch and dinner. To register your team, email Kyle at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Food Bank! Bring your donations to the Storrington Lions Hall in Sunbury on Friday, February 23rd between 1 and 5pm. Wish list includes household products such as dish soap, laundry soap etc., personal hygiene items, bread, milk, canned tomatoes, potatoes, cheese, butter, eggs, and any kind of meat. Cash donations always welcome.

Students looking for a summer job! South Frontenac is offering a variety of positions. Apply by February 25th to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A Chess Club for youth ages 6 to 16 at the Inverary Playhouse (4750 Latimer Rd). . Monday evenings beginning February 26th unitl May 13th. Cost is $50. Learn from a Chess Professional and then enjoy games with others. Boards, pieces etc. provided. Ends May 13th with pizza and chess fun! To register call 613-314-3505 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Bob’s Breakfast Buffet - Different format... same warm welcome! Join us at Inverary United Church Hall on Saturday March 2nd. Doors open 7am to 10am. Serving scrambled eggs, sausages, pancakes, toast, juice, tea & coffee. Cost is $10 per person, 12 and under $5. Volunteers definitely welcome! Contact Darlene at 613-217-1142.

Vendors wanted! Inverary Spring Market Saturday April 27th from 10 to 3 at Ken Garrett Memorial Park! For info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call/text Kim at 613-530-7446.

EarlyON Child and Family Centre where you can learn, connect and play with your child, meet other people and receive parenting information from trained Early Childhood Educators. Free in the community for you and your children ages 0-6 years. For more info or to register or see our schedule go to keyon.ca.

South Frontenac Museum is looking for history information or artifacts from Inverary, Sunbury, Battersea, Perth Road Village and surrounding areas. If you have old pictures, books on the area, a special story to tell or artifacts that you can donate or loan to the museum call Judy Borovskis at 613-353-1768.

Yoga Class every Wednesday evening at 6pm at Inverary United Church Hall. Also Pilates & Foam Rolling. Full schedule at nomadyogini.ca  or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Pickleball Courts available at Storrington Lions Club. Call 613-353-6920 to book yours!

Line Dancing from 7 to 8pm every Monday night at the Storrington Lions’ Hall. The cost is $5. Contact Crystal to reserve your spot: 613-453-6303.

VON SMART Exercise & Fall Prevention Classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am to 10:30am at the Storrington Centre. To register, call Danielle McTaggart at 1-800-301-0076  ext 3414.

Storrington Retirees Luncheon at the Storrington Centre the second Wednesday of each month. Enjoy a home cooked meal. Everyone welcome!

Hall Rentals: Inverary Church Hall – contact Judy Borovskis 353-1768 or cell: 613-545-5017. Battersea Church hall – contact Roberta Smith 353-2846.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

CPHC Fitness Classes for Seniors at ABC Community Hall. These are free classes. Please bring indoor running shoes and wear comfortable clothing. Bring a water bottle, and your weights (optional) if you wish. Call Margaret at (613) 273-9244 for more information. The classes are on Mondays from 9:30am to 10:30m and run from now until May 27th, 2024 (except Holidays)

Line Dancing at ABC Hall. This is a great way to get a fun workout! Beginners are welcome. $5 at the door toward hall maintenance. For more information, contact Rhonda Aisbitt (613) 885-8543 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The classes start on Friday Feb. 23 and run every Friday until March 22, from 10am to 11am.

Early On! Playgroup at Burgess Hall – 4174 Narrows Lock Road. First Wednesday of the month 9:30am until noon. Bring indoor shoes with you because this is a free playgroup for kids 0 to 6 years old! Starting March 6 and ending May 3rd.

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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 Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Coffee time at the Free Methodist Church in Parham runs every Tuesday from 10 – 11:30, not 1 o'clock (sorry, my keyboard messed up and didn't type the zero) as printed in the news column last week (certainly appologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and offer my sincerest apologies to Velma McIntosh).

Keeping Debbie Jones in our thoughts and prayers, also Mark Hudson.

Sympathy to the family of the late Eileen Younge, a gal who loved to play Bingo. Also to the family of the late Lois Goodberry, formerly of Parham.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support District #4 Recreation Committee at their Chinese Dinner and Quarter Auction last Saturday. Thank you to the community for their generous donations to help us have another successful event. From all the laughing... a great time was had by all!

Please read the News for all the great events happening in our area... The Legion on Saturday is the place to be for your shopping pleasure - be sure to check out all the great items that vendors will have on display for purchase this is happening from 10 to 2, then Sunday be sure to stop by the Tichborne Rink for some games and chili and hotdogs, hot chocolate and possibly beaver tails!!! Hope to see you there from 10am to 2pm.  Lots of other great things happening in the area so be sure to check them out!

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH: Sunday services continue at 10am. Address: 5614 Perth Rd Crescent, Perth Road, ON K0H 2L0.

TUESDAY LUNCHES at Perth Road Sunday School Hall, Perth Road Cr. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for homemade soup, sandwiches and dessert.

For information about The Sunday School Hall rentals, please call Vera Shepherd at 613-353-2470 or Stephen Bach at 343-364-1033

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Congratulations and welcome to the community, Brandon Hartwig! Brandon takes possession of the Uhaul garage on Hwy 506 in Plevna on March 18th. We wish you the very best and look forward to seeing what exciting business you bring to our community!

Friends gathered last Sun, Feb 11th at the North of 7 Restaurant to help celebrate Bert Kent turning 82!! Happy birthday, Bert!! 

Winterfest is quickly approaching - Sat, Feb 24th from 11-4pm at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road)! There will be fun for the whole family!  Including; a Magic Show, Spinning and Fire Show, Maple Syrup Taffy, a delicious lunch hosted by Clarendon Central Public School and so much more! Like last year's event, the FREE Euchre Tournament hosted by Lonnie Watkins Tree Service will be inside the hall at 2pm. Come on in and find a seat and join in the fun! There will be prizes for high score, most lone hands and a consolation prize for low score. This will be a can't miss fun day in Plevna!!

The Community Volunteer Bingo Lunch last Tues, Feb 6th at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall was enjoyed by 32 people, including the volunteers! Lots of games were played and groceries were given out to the Bingo winners!! Thank you very much to people that donated soups, sandwiches, desserts and groceries to help this little event! Our next Poker Chip Grocery Bingo Lunch dates have been confirmed! They are bi-weekly on Feb 20, Mar 5, 19, Apr 2, 16 and 30. The event runs from 11-1pm. We hope to see you there!! Take out is available. 

18 people came out to play Euchre last Tuesday night. It was so much fun!! We had a great time playing cards and then enjoyed refreshments after the games. Congratulations to Phil F. for winning the high score prize with 101 and most lone hands with 7, but he passed one prize on to the next highest score winner; Donna with 76. Big Congratulations to both Prize winners!!  The Consolation prize went to Tony L. and he went home with a new environmental shopping bag and carrying case.  If you like to play Euchre and want to make some new friends, come on out and join us on Tues nights at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) at 6:50pm (games start at 7pm). 

Pamela Feres would like to give a Big Shout out to Paul Munro for fixing her rice cooker! She thought it was absolutely amazing that she was just going to throw it away because it was broken and he was able to fix it back up to use again! Way to go Paul!! If you think someone deserves a shout out for their kindness or have a story that the Community would enjoy in the Plevna Column, we would love to hear from you! Thanks in advance and Happy Valentine's Day! Rhonda 

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

The Frontenac Heritage Festival highlights Family Day Weekend throughout Central Frontenac. Popular returning annual events include Opening Ceremonies and Talent Show on Friday night (St James Major Hall), Kennebec Lake Association’s Annual Snow Day (Saturday, Kennebec Lake) and The Annual Polar Plunge on Sunday at the SL Marina, (11am). For a complete listing of the wide array of activities (with times and venues), go to Facebook.com/FrontenacHeritageFestival

Sunday, Feb 19, (2pm) Join Ludwig Ratzinger (Fine Chocolate by Ludwig) and Brent Fehr (Wine by Brent) for a Wine and Chocolate pairing seminar at Rock Hill Bed & Breakfast. (14225 Rd 38).

$75/person Email: For more details or to reserve a spot, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 613-453-6962.

Each year, volunteers of Rural Frontenac Community Services assist low-income individuals and families in preparing their income tax returns in March and April. If you have a good understanding of income tax, are comfortable completing returns for others, and are available for a couple of hours a week in March and April, please call 613-279-3151. Training will be provided by Canada Revenue Agency.

On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at the Sharbot Lake Legion, 1015D Legion Road, 11am to 1pm. Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) invites you to a free, helpful presentation on Learning How to Live with Dementia and Manage Symptoms. Lunch provided. To register, please call 613-279-3151 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

On February 21, 2024 at Piccadilly Hall, 1025 Oak Flats Rd COMMUNITY CAFÉ 11am – 1:30pm: presentation by Randy Scott, Addiction & Mental Health Services on Seasonal Affective Disorder and Maintaining Balance. Snacks and social to follow. Free event for seniors 60+. For more information, call 613-279-3151, extension 201.

WinterTide: Dinner and Music with Kingston’s own Dead Root Revival. Kingston favourite Tom Savage will be joined by local musicians Jim MacPherson and Dennis Larocque. The concert is set for Saturday, February 24 at the Sharbot Lake Hall (Soldiers Memorial Hall). Dinner option provided by Frenchie’s. The event is licensed, with beverages (beer, wine, and cider) provided by K&P Brewery.

Doors open at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm, show at 7pm. Tickets: $25 pre-purchased by contacting frontenacexperiences.ca or calling 613-453-6962, or $30 at the door. $55 for Dinner and the Show (must be re-ordered). Advance tickets also available at K&P Brewery and Frenchie’s.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Wow! Did Sydenham ever show the love for the Valentines dance at the Sydenham Legion with Dieter Boehme performing. Hope all who attended enjoyed themselves. He shall be returning for sure

Join the music of Scott Palmeter in the downstairs lounge at the legion this Friday evening, $5 cover charge, sure to keep you entertained. If music isn’t your thing, grab your darts and head on upstairs for drop in darts, $3 for legion members $5 for non, make some new friends and memories while tossing a few darts.

Is classic country your thing? Dancing and having fun in your to do list for 2024. You won’t want to miss out on seeing Hickory Switch perform at the Legion on Saturday March 2nd, they will have the dance floor packed with their classic country tunes. Tickets available soon, for only $10.

2024 seems to be the year of Live @496. Always looking for new members at the Bob Richardson Branch 496.

Roses are red, violets are blue, don’t forget Fido deserves some bling bling too. Don't forget your 2024 dog tags go up in price as of March 1st, $15 until end of February, get yours today at the Sydenham One Stop. Every dog needs a township of South Frontenac charm :)

Happy Family Day weekend, everyone. South Frontenac is hosting a family day event at the Frontenac community arena at 4299 Arena Boundary Road. From 11am until 3pm, free family skating, snow games (you can do it again Mother Nature, bring us some white stuff) and winter fun, horse drawn wagon rides. Sounds like an amazing time. Hope it’s filled with many smiling faces.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Family Day will be held Monday, February 19 at the Frontenac Community Arena. Come enjoy family day with free skating, snow tubing and snowshoeing, outdoor activities and games.

Fourteen Island and Mink Lake Association will be hosting a community breakfast at the Verona Lions Hall on Saturday, February 24 from 8:30am to 11am. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, coffee, tea and juice. Payment by donation.

Verona has an EarlyON Child and Family Centre where you can learn, connect and play with your child, meet other people and receive parenting information from trained Early Childhood Educators. You can expect to find opportunities for sensory play, creative art, music and movement, language and literacy, cognitive and problem solving, science and nature, dramatic play and active play for you and your children ages 0-6 years. This is a free service in Verona. Families can find the schedule on keyon.ca where you will need to register an account.

Dog owners can buy dog tags at a reduced price of $15 during regular business hours from the following locations in Verona. Asselstine Hardware and Rona Hardware. After March 1, the cost increases to $30 and can only be purchased at the Township office.

Style Revival Clothing Center will be open Saturday February 24, from 10am to 1pm. Style Revival provides gently used clothing, free of charge. They are also open every Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. Location at the Verona Free Methodist Church.

New Leaf Link is holding a Maple Syrup Fundraiser. All funds raised go towards their program. The maple syrup can be ordered in three different sizes. For more details and to order email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a rural non-profit organization that champions the abilities and interests of adults with developmental and physical disabilities through programming in arts, healthy living, and community participation. NeLL's mission is to foster an environment for personal growth, connections through friendship, and community belonging.

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