Community Columns, May 16, 2024

May 15, 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

The first of many May/June events will be the Victoria Day Fireworks, May 18, at the Recreation Park (behind the Post Office), starting at dusk. The Canteen will be open and the Kennebec Rec Committee will have a free will donation jar at the main gate and at the Canteen

Land O’Lakes Parent Council Fun

Fair Wednesday May 22 from 5pm-8pm. Inflatables, balloon animals, a bake auction, family bingo, face painting and much more. There will be a special presentation from Raes Reptiles at 5:30. as well as a BBQ put on by our local volunteer fire department. Wrist bands $20, as well as individual priced tickets.

On Tuesday May 20, at 6:00 pm Circle Square Ranch will host a Roast beef dinner, which will include mashed potatoes, rolls, veggies and dessert. You free donation will aid the Camper Scholarship Fund. Please RSVP This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-335-5403.

A Yard Sale will be held at the Henderson Hall on June 8 and June 22 from 8am - 12noon. Donations of 'gently used' items will be gratefully accepted from May 19 until June 5 and from June 10 until June 19.  Please contact (613) 336-2467 or (613) 336-9234.

On the evening of June 8, at 5pm, the Kennebec Rec Committee will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner and Quarter auction. Proceeds to support the 3rd phase of the Arden rink development plan. Student volunteer hours are available. Contact - Jeff Matson at 613-532-1004or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Battersea/Storrington

What did the tree say when winter ended and spring finally arrived? What a re-leaf! 

The Battersea column will be sporadic over the next few weeks.  Our family is busy putting the final plans together for a June 1st wedding! Don & Michelle, 15 days to go!!

Community BBQ every Thursday beginning May 16 at Storrington Lions Club Hall from 5 to 7 pm. Enjoy a burger or hot dog, salad and a dessert for $10. Entertainment by Melody Makers and special guests will be visitors from Fairmont! All proceeds for Frontenac 4H and K for Paws.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

On Thursday May 23rd 1-3pm at the Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church, 108 Addington Road 2 Northbrook, Lorraine Ross, KFLA Education Coordinator will be with us to better help us understand the everyday experiences of people living with dementia. Info 613-827-6700 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Pine Meadow Spring Vendor Sale is Friday, May 24, 2024 from 10am-2pm. Contact - Sarah Thompson at 613-336-9120 for more information.

The Land O’ Lakes Community Services Spaghetti Supper is back! All you can eat so make sure to come hungry! Supper will be held on May 25th from 4pm – 7pm at the Barrie Township Hall in Cloyne. All proceeds will go to the Developmental Services Program. 15$ for 12 & over, 10$ for ages 5 – 11, ages 4 and under eat for free! Info - 613-336-8934!

The Land O’Lakes Garden Club will hold its annual Plant Sale at 1444 Road 506, starting at 9 am sharp on May 25th. They will have 4 varieties of tomatoes, peppers, squash, cabbage, lettuce, herbs and so much more and of course tried and true perennials with Hostas their specialty. They will also have some annuals, Canna lilies anyone? So, please hold off and shop local for your veggies this year and support this amazing club. Info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

On May 25th, the Finton Recreation Club with we will be hosting an ATV/UTV Ride. The ride will begin at the Flinton Hall at 10am (registration starts at 9:30) and will head to Lingham Lake, Cooper, Madoc, Tweed and back to Flinton. There will be chili available for a donation at the Hall upon return. Cost is $15 /bike.

On May 31st, the Rec Club we will be hosting a babysitter’s course at the Flinton Hall. It is available to youth in grades 5-8 and runs from 8:30-3:30. Cost is $79.10 and the Rec. Club will cover $40 of that cost. Registration is limited to 26 youth so be sure to register early to ensure your spot. Info or to register, Sonia McLuckie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or text 6136617429.

On Wednesday May 22nd Rand Simon will be the guest at the speaker’s series at the Lions’ Hall in Northbrook. Rand is a Hockey Agent who will talk about negotiations, trades and the challenges of moving from one team to another, sometimes in a matter of a day. Doors open at 6:30pm. Snacks will be served.

The Lions 2nd Annual Dog Walk Come is happening on May 26th. This is a fundraiser for the Dog Guides of Canada. Registration starts around 8:30 with the walk going from the Lions Hall in Northbrook at 10 and winding the way over to Pine Meadow Nursing Home.

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Recreation Committee thanks the community for making the Mother’s Day Tea on Saturday the 11th a great event. The prize winners were Sally Keller for the door prize, Carol Anne Kelly for best dressed, and Amanda Harvey for the best hat.  Everyone looked lovely.

There will be cards on Friday May 17 at 7:00 p.m. at the Denbigh Hall.  Please come and join in all the fun.  There will be a Horse Pull Light Class and Heavy Class at Heritage Park 48 Lane St. Denbigh on Saturday June 1 starting at 1:00 p.m.  Admission is $10 per Adult and under 12 free   That same evening there is a 19+ Dance in the Denbigh Hall with Pitch Black from 8:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.; tickets are $15.

Matawatchan Hall at 1677 Frontenac Road is hosting a Plant Sale and Spring Market on Saturday May 25 from 10am-1pm. Contact Nancy at 613-333-9556 to book at table at $5.00.  Suzie Vinnick will be performing at the Hall on Saturday June 8 with opening guests The Pickled Chicken Band at 7pm.   The event will have a cash bar.  Get tickets now for $30.00 by e-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or to reserve for cash payment at the door call 613-318-8308 .

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club 2024 Bursary will provide up to $500 in assistance to high school students who are continuing their education in College or University after leaving high school.  Any graduating high school student who is a resident in one of the former geographical townships of Denbigh, Abinger, Ashby, Griffith or Matawatchan may apply. For further information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Welcome to Godfrey, Tracy & Brad who recently moved into a new home on Road 38 near Forty Foot. A great place to call home.

Happy birthday to Todd Harvey, Mary Royer, Diane Revill, Debbie Campaigne, Kim Love, Krista Williams, Glen Conway, Dawn McGregor, and Mary Wood.

May 25, 11am-2pm. Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the new Grace Center expansion! 4295 Stage Coach Road, Sydenham.

Shout out to Charlise Varrette! Not sure if you will read this, however, if you do, keep doing what you're doing on stage!! Mea Culpa.

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

Many thanks to Memory Lane and Lenny's Cafe for their donations of carnations for the first seventy-five mothers that came for breakfast at Lenny's Cafe on Mother's Day.  Great community spirit!!  

The Harrowsmith T-Shirts are in!!  Check them out at Trousdale's Home Hardware store in Sydenham. 

The Frontenac Farmers Market is now open every Friday from 3pm-7pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith.

Saturday, May 25, the Social and Athletic Club's Chinese dinner and auction at 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith.  Advance tickets only via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Doors open at 17:30 PM, dinner at 18:00 PM.  Members $24 non-members $27.  Come out and join the fun! 

Saturday, May 25, 2024 Summer Kickoff Music Festival from 4pm-10pm in Centennial Park in Harrowsmith featuring the region's best music, food and beverages.  There will also be a Kid's Zone for the young.  Plan to be there!!!

Wednesday, May 29 there is a Painting Workshop at the Sydenham Legion Hall, 4361 Amelia Street.  Bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun!  Everything else is provided.  Beginners to experienced (55+) donation $5.00.  Please register a few days in advance with Natalee at the South Frontenac Community Services, 613-376-6477, Ext 310.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Jessie Gurnsey-Detlor-Sajevec of Napanee accompanied by her Grandson Keenan Detlor of New Mexico visited the family homestead in Henderson and various relatives. Keenan is just graduated from high school and we had a great visit.

Hope folks are setting aside gently used items (no baby cribs or large furniture please) for the Henderson United Church yard sale of June 8 and planning to drop off from May 19- June 5 to Henderson UCW Hall. Please call the organizers Sheila, 336-2467 or Ardith 336-9234 to arrange a drop off time.

Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Freda Gendron who died this past week. She will be remembered for her love of God & family, fantastic pickles, jams and quiet support to one and all including “yours truly” and many others.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Fishing! Pike and Walleye season is now open. Check your Fishing Guides and Boating Rules. Remember patience at the boat launches. Good luck and let the “fish stories” begin!

Youth Dance for students in Grades 5 to 8 at the Lion’s Hall in Sunbury on Friday May 24th from 6:30  to 9:30 pm. Admission is $5. Canteen available and music by DJ. Adult supervision. Proceeds from this event will benefit Glenburnie Public School. 

Community Food Drive at the Storrington Lions Club on Friday, May 31st from 1 to 5 pm. Wish list includes: coffee, cereal, snacks for school lunches, toilet paper, cream soups, bread crumbs, soda crackers, mayo, mustard, ketchup, tin meats and fish (ham and tuna), ground beef, chicken, milk, cheese, eggs, butter and bread. paper towels, toilet paper, kleenex, cereal, peanut butter, tea/coffee, mustard, ketchup. Thanks for sharing!

Bob’s Breakfast Buffet! Join us on Saturday June 1st. Doors open at 7am. and serving until 10 am. Scrambled eggs, sausages, pancakes, local maple syrup, toast, juice, tea and coffee. $10 per adult. 12 and under $5. Welcome summer! Next breakfast will be in the fall.

Spring Market at Gerald Ball Memorial Park on Saturday June 1st from 10 am. to 3 pm. Vendors welcome. Text or call Marie at 613-449-4744.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

On Saturday, May 25 join us at the Evergreen Golf Course at 3:00 pm for the First Friends of the ABC Hall Golf Tournament. $100 per person includes 9-hole scramble, golf cart, prizes, and buffet dinner. For details and to register your foursome, see https://abchall.ca/friends-of-the-abc-hall-golf-tournament-may-25/. Deadline for registration is May 18.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush

The Ompah Transfer Station switches to the Summer Hours as of May 15th.

On Saturday, May 18th, come out and support our local elementary school, at the Clarendon Central Public School’s 2nd Annual Spring Sale. It runs from 9am to 1pm, and includes a plant sale, vendor & yard sale, bake sale, and a BBQ. The event is organized by the CCPS Parent Council.

Please join us for Wednesday morning coffee, at the Ompah Community Centre at 10am where we meet and chat over coffee, tea and treats each week (except the 1st Wednesday of the month). After your coffee, you can drop in to the library which is also open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am to noon.

We need your ideas! We are planning this year’s community events at the Ompah Community Centre. Please join us for a short meeting on Thursday, May 23rd., at 7:30pm, to create a list of fun, interesting events and activities that you and your family would like to attend.

On May 23rd, from 1pm to 3pm, Lorraine Ross, the KFLA Alzheimer Society’s Education Coordinator will present a Dementia-Friendly Info Session at Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church, 108 Addington Road 2, Northbrook, ON K0H 2G0 It’s free and there will be light refreshments. For more information, please contact Pam Lemke at 613-827-6700 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Snow Road Community Centre’s Music Night featuring singer/songwriter Jon McLurg and friends, is on Friday, May 24th, at 7:30pm at the Snow Road Hall. Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Order your tickets at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Our sincerest heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to all the families affected by the horrific accident near Sharbot Lake last week

Thank you to all those who supported the Annual Giant Flea Market in Parham.  Looks like everyone enjoyed themselves and got a great deal from local vendors. 

Bill Lee and Bob Teal worked hard on the Pickle Ball and Volleyball Courts at the Parham Fair Grounds despite the drizzling rain on the 5th of May.  We will soon have the pickle balls courts paved and lined and ready for you to use!

All baseball teams are getting geared up for the upcoming season.  Thank you volunteers who coach or keep this up and running in any way.  We have also been lucky enough to have some great sponsors step forward so huge shout out to NFTC, Sargeant Tree Removal, Crains Construction LTD, Archie's Angels (Diana Meeks) and Amherstview Family Dental clinic - be sure to check out the jerseys our team's will be wearing and support these local business when you can.

Humming birds have returned to my feeders as well as the Baltimore Orioles.  What a sight they are!

The 3 pitch league is starting on Sunday May 19th - all games will be at 2 pm - if you registered for a team be sure that you have your waiver and registration form signed and your $20 paid to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. in order to be able to play.  Let's have a great season!

Sunday May 19th at the Free Methodist Church in Parham there will be music ministry by Ron Clark former Pentecostal Minister.  Church Service at 11 and fellowship luncheon to follow. Everyone welcome.

Have you gotten your tickets for the Fish Fry at the Fire Department Hall in Parham.  Come out and support these amazing volunteers.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

Happy Birthday to those with May Birthdays

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

Many Thanks to all the volunteers and participants who helped with the Bill White and Bluegrass Four U concert.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

If you see Ardoch's Rodney Watkins, please be sure and wish him a Happy 60th Birthday!! Rodney celebrates his big day on Tuesday May 14th.

(Ed. Note - Another Watkins also has a birthday coming, and it’s a major one, on May 21)

The Holy Trinity Anglican Church celebrated their one-year anniversary this week! It's been a whole year since the group has been meeting again to play cards and visit. To Celebrate the one year there are extra prizes to be won and special refreshments will be served after the games, as well as an Anniversary cake! A very special Thank you to Stephanie Regent for the generous $50 gift certificate prize for Finnegan's General Store and Stephanie's Good Pizza Shop in Cloyne.

Plevna's Clarendon Central Public School Parent Council invites you to their 2nd Annual Spring Sale this Sat May 18th from 9-1pm at 7356 Road 506! There will be plants for sale, vendor tables and yard sale items, a bake sale and a BBQ lunch. You won't want to miss out on this wonderful community event. There will certainly be something for everybody!

The Countdown continues for the Land O'lakes Garden Club Annual Plant sale Sat May 25th at 9am at Janis's Garden (1444 Hwy506) in Cloyne. 

If anyone is driving between Perth, Kaladar & Peterborough, the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre is looking for some turtle taxis and they could use your help. If you think you can help out, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your contact info. Thanks in advance!

Sincere condolences go out to Amy Gilpin and family for the tragic loss of her husband Brad Gilpin at the young age of 57. Our Community's thoughts and prayers are with Amy and her family at this very difficult time.

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

No column; check back next week!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Sydenham is one happening place in the summer.   If anyone has any things they wish added to the weekly column please contact me @ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Gardening season has begun, we all miss Silverbrook Garden Centre, as one of our go to’s for gardening, hopefully your many returning plants from years gone by that originated from our beloved Darryl helps us fill the void this community feels with the loss of him.  

Wow guys, sold out crowd for Jeff Code and The Silver Wings band last Saturday night at our local Legion, wonderful time was had.  Thanks to all those involved in making this happen, the donation of carnations for our ladies who joined in was greatly appreciated, Christine at Memory Lane Flowers is a super wonderful supporter.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Central Frontenac District 4 Firefighters Association is hosting a Fish Fry at Station 4 (Parham) on Sunday, May 19, from 4 pm to 6 pm. If anyone has questions and would like to buy tickets in advance they can reach out to 613-214-5663 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This is a fundraiser, to support the firefighters association.

South Frontenac Museum Opening Day is Saturday, May 18 from 1 pm to 4 pm. 5595 Rd.38. Drop in to see the new exhibits. Open Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 pm to 4 pm.

South Frontenac Museum Society will hold a Book Talk with author Laurie Ness Gordon and her new novel “Finding home” This will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 2 pm. Explore the local connections in her newly released novel. Finding Home follows the lives of two young people in early Eastern Canada. Finding Home pulls back the curtain on many issues of the time class differences, Protestant/ Catholic friction, homophobia, racism, and the treatment of child immigrants. Admission is by donation and she will have copies for sale.

The Summer Kickoff Music Festival will be held Saturday, May 25 from 4 pm to 10 pm at the Centennial Park, Harrowsmith. Enjoy this music festival featuring the regions best live local music. There will be food and beverages. Plus a kids zone for young festival goers.

Frontenac Women’s Choir and Melodia Chamber Choir will present Chorus for Change on Sunday June 2 from 2:30 pm to 4 pm at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. This is a fundraiser for the South Frontenac Community Services. $25 at the door.

Don & Linda's Back Yard Gardens and Market is open this Saturday May 18 from 9 am to 1 pm.  Flowering perennials galore, fresh rhubarb, asparagus, salad bowls, onions, herbs, planters, salad greens, sewing, jewelry, bird houses, crafts and more

Located at 4309 Maple Drive in Verona

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