Community Columns, June 5, 2024

Jun 05, 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

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Battersea/Storrington

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

The Foodbank of Land O’Lakes thank the lions Club of Land O’Lakes for purchasing the material required to replace the 45-year-old rug and flooring at our house in Cloyne.  We also thank the members of the Club who over three days of sweat and hard work replaced the floor without disrupting our operations.  Joel Hasler, a NAEC teacher along with his students provided strong young muscles to move food in and out to help workers complete their task.  It was so needed and appreciated.  Thank you all.

Hope to see everyone at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Flinton1st SUMMER SPECTACULAR OUTDOOR MARKET FUNDRAISER ! Saturday, June 8th, 2024 from 10am-2pm Come & Enjoy Over 20 Vendors, a BBQ, Raffles, 50/50 Draw & Church Bake Sale too!

Bethel Pentecostal Church in Kaladar News: Women's Potluck Brunch. It is from 10-12 on Saturday, June 8th. We will have the directors from New Life Women's Home sharing about their ministry. They are from the Belleville area. If people are planning to attend, we ask them to bring a dish to share as part of the brunch. There will be a love offering so people can give towards the ministry at New Life Women's Home. If people have questions or would like further information they can contact Carol-Lee Heyman at 289-251-2877

Saturday, June 8th is the opening date for the Lions Farmers Market. Lots of vendors returning and of course the Lions Canteen with the now famous “Eggers”. The market will run from 10-2 every Saturday through to Labour Day Weekend… Come have a specialized coffee and check out the new vendors too. Also going on Saturday June 8th at Foodland when the Maple Leaf Community Cruiser will be holding a BBQ from 11-2 with hotdogs, sausages and drinks available by donation with proceeds going to support the Lions Club. Come join in the fun that day in Northbrook. Come join the fun at Music and Friends on Sunday June 9th 2-5 at the Lions Hall.

On June 12th all are invited to The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club and listen to speaker Master Gardener Susie Everding. Susie who calls herself an Urban Farmer and has converted her gardens into a space where she can grow all the vegetables she needs for her own personal use and also to share with friends. She will tell us how and when to grow the best veggies for our area. All are welcome. Location, the Barrie Community Hall, 14225 Hwy #41, Cloyne, mix and mingle at 6:45pm, the speaker will start at 7pm. For more information, our e-mail address is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

News from Finnegan’s General Store: “Are you new to the area or a long-time resident? Come out for coffee and meet up with some of your neighbours. Free community event, June 15th, 11-1 pm at Finnegan’s at 14222 Highway 41.”

Pine Meadow Nursing Home is having a yard sale on Saturday, June 22nd from 8am to 2pm. If you wish to make a donation, please call Sarah at 613-336-9120 ext. 226.

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Recreation Committee Horse Pull this past weekend was a great success.  They would like to thank all the members, volunteers and the community who helped make it possible.  The day would not be possible without all the Teamsters; a big thank you to them.  Thank you to the Denbigh Fire Department for their commitment to safety. They also would like to honor all the dedicated sponsors that believed and supported the event: Valli Construction, Judith Stein, Allen and John Lee Forestry products, Casey Keller, Milligan Meats, Pine Crest Marina, Jim Brooks Plumbing, Donna Phillips, Gary Lentz, Cory Gabie, Bence Motors Sales, Griffith Tire, Kirby Thompson, John Lacourse, Phillip Proulx Family, Scott McDonald, Carquest, McDonald’s, Time Gervais, M&R Feeds Shawville, Ron Clyde, Peter Mieske, Brandon Donohue, Ralph Selle, Thrive Trucking, Klayton Keller, Tim Leveque, Don Grills, Doug Shultz, Kevin McCleary, Bill Praul, Dale Hermer and Darryl Hermer.

The Vennachar Free Methodist Church is hosting an ‘open mic’ on Friday, June 7 at 7pm.  All are welcome.  Bring your instruments, friends and enjoy a night of good music and fellowship.

The Denbigh Library is hosting a Father’s Day Craft and Story Time on Wednesday, June 12 from 6 to 7pm.  Please register by calling 613-333-1426.

The Matawatchan Hall at 1677 Frontenac Road is hosting Suzie Vinnick 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.

St Luke's United Church is having their Annual Memorial service on June 9th, 2024.  Anyone wishing to light a candle in memory of a loved one, please contact Evelyn Petzold at 333-2291 or Judy MacPherson at 333-2762. 

St Paul’s Lutheran Church is having their annual Memorial service on Sunday, June 23 at 2pm.  There will be fellowship at the Denbigh Hall after the service.  Please bring something to share.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Congratulations on the Grand Opening of the SFCSC Grace Centre!

It's turtle nesting season! QUBS is once again providing FREE turtle nest protectors to community members. For more information, please visit https://qubs.ca/turtlenesting

Happy retirement to Gail Nielissen from her dispatch job with Kingston Fire & Rescue for Central & South Frontenac.

Thanks to the South Frontenac crew who came and set up the backstop netting at Glendower Hall for Pickleball!  AND for the lovely toilet! Yeah!

The SALT presentation is being held at OSO Hall in Sharbot Lake on June 21st, from 11am-1pm, and the topic is how to stay healthy and active.  Lunch to follow at this FREE event.

South Frontenac Township has opened a second intake for applications for its Community Grant Program for 2024. The application deadline for this intake is July 31, 2024. Fill out the form on the grants program page at southfrontenac.net

Congratulations to the New Leaf members who completed their Move a Thon this weekend!

Congratulations to the winners of the Farmers Market Pickleball Tournament! And thank you to Rivendell Golf and Country Club for donating the Grand Prize of Golf for 4 players, plus a cart.  Cheryl Murray is our Grand Prize Winner!

The Godfrey Grill is back open, located adjacent to the Godfrey Store, and conveniently located near the trail for a quick snack or drink!

Online registration is now open for Central Frontenac Soccer Association 2024 from June 1 - June 24th. For more information or questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Harlowe
Marie White

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

A big thanks to the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee and the Starke Family for all of the beautiful flower planters along the main street of the village and in front of the plaza.  A great way to show our community spirit and brighten up our village!!!

Adult and teen volunteers are needed for the Canada Day celebrations in Harrowsmith Centennial Park for canteen and tool booths.  Please contact the Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Friday, June 7, there is a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, from 7 - 9:30pm for Public School Children.  Cost is $7.  For more information, call 613-372-2410.

Saturday, June 08, 2024 from 10am to 1pm, "TREASURES IN THE ATTIC" at the Storrington Center, 3910 Battersea Road, Sunbury.  Bring your treasures, one of a kind and family heirlooms to be assessed by our South Frontenac Museum professionals.   Entry by donation. 

Sunday, June 9, 2024 is the Olde Tyme Fiddlers Open Mic at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, from 1 to 5pm followed by dinner.  Cost is $15.00.  Please bring a dessert to share.  For information, call 613-372-2410.

Thursday, June 15th, 2024 is the monthly Euchre night at Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club 4041 Colebrook Road.  Starts at 7pm sharp.  Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.  

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 8:30am is the Annual General Meeting for South Frontenac Community Services at the Grace Centre, 4295 Stagecoach Road, Sydenham.  All South Frontenac Community Supporters are invited.  For more information contact Heather Rogers at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 613-376-6477 ext 211.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

It’s spiritually wonderful to visit with folks like Kandra Kelsey and her daughter coming to refresh flowers at the cemetery in preparation for June 16 cemetery service on site with Rev. Kaitlyn Ostrander at 2. Chairs are provided and the rain location is the church. Also visited with the Gaylord/Rafuse/Sorenson families at the burial of the late Mona (Gaylord) Rafuse including her grandchildren Kim, Kelly, Krista, Tammy, Marty, Rob, Tony, Vikki, Amy, Michael, Peggy, Emma and Kevin, along with Richard Thornton, Earla and Jerry Horton, Doug Bridgen, Dan and Debbie (Gaylord) Nowell.

We also attended the funeral of and offer sympathy to the family of the late Lorraine (Clark) Newton of Bowmanville who died this past week. Some from away included Brian and Sherry Ferguson of Napanee, Floyd Shorts accompanied by Lori and Melinda Shorts of Lindsay; Grant and Lorraine Armstrong of Brockville.

Only two more sleeps until the Henderson United Church yard sale this Sat. June 8 at the Hall from 8 - noon. We’ve got it all and then some- so pop on over since the whole town will be there to visit and share a laugh or two.

Sincere thanks to the many volunteers who cut cemetery grass, clean and maintain the church and hall and set up special events like our up-coming yard sale that keeps our community and church on the map and in our hearts. We love you all to pieces. Our hall is jointly managed by the church and the Municipality whom we thank for fixing up our toilet- we can now flush away with a flourish!!

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Bob’s Breakfast Buffet! Thank you to all of the business sponsors and the individuals who have sponsored our four breakfasts March to June! Thank you to each and everyone who came to eat breakfast and enjoy the community spirit. Someone mentioned the noise level to me and I said “music to my ears”! It is the sound of good friendships, family and community love. A sincere thank you to the many volunteers who helped with set-up on the Fridays and the great team work on the Saturdays – you made this event happen and also made it a lot of fun! Thank you to the members of 4 H – each of you did your “job” with true diligence and put a lot of smiles on many faces. Have a good summer everyone and see you at the next Bob’s Breakfast Buffet on September 7th!

“Treasures in the Attic” in support of South Frontenac Museum on Saturday June 8th from 10 to 1pm at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road, Sunbury. Bring your treasures, one of a kind finds and family heirlooms to be assessed by our South Frontenac Museum professionals. Entry by donation.

Community Youth Dance is from 6:30 to 9:30pm on Friday, June 21 at Storrington Lions Club Hall. Grade 4 students are welcome at this event that is in support of Perth Road Public School.

Pickleball! Learn to play and enjoy a fast growing sport. Sunbury Pickleball Club offers Intro to Pickleball sessions for beginners and Up Your Level sessions for experienced players. Certified pickleball instructor and all equipment provided. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details.

Community BBQ every Thursday at the Storrington Lions Hall from 5 to 7pm. Enjoy a burger or hot dog, salad and a dessert for $10. All proceeds for Frontenac 4H and K for Paws.. Cash bar available. See you there!

Fill the Bin! Remember to save all those drink cans to fill the bin at the Lion’s Hall. Next date is August 25th but you can drop off anytime to a member of Storrington Lion’s Club or at the hall.

Monday Night Euchre at the Storrington Centre. Starting time is 7:30pm. Four handed euchre. Cost  is $6.00. Join us for a fun evening of Progressive Euchre – a partner is not necessary.

A Vendors’ Event! Happening on Saturday, August 24 from 10 – 3pm at the Storrington Lions Hall, Sunbury. Book your spot now either indoors or outside. Tables and chairs provided. Vendor fees are in support of the Capital Fund for improvement to the Lions Hall. Vendor Coordinator Marie Wilkins 613-449-4744 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6pm at the Inverary United Church Hall. More Yoga, Pilates and Foam Rolling classes in other locations. Full schedule and sign up at nomadyogini.ca or email 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!

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

The ABC Hall’s biggest fundraiser of the year, LOBSTERFEST, is on Saturday, June 8. Enjoy 2 delicious hard shell Atlantic Canada lobsters, boiled on-site, and served with salads, roll, and dessert. $75 per person, no tips, no tax. Choose from one of four pick-up times or dine-in at 7:15 pm. Tickets are available in advance from OnStage Direct.com. See https://abchall.ca/get-cracking-lobsterfest-2024/.

Applications are now being accepted to serve on Tay Valley’s Heritage Property Selection Committee.  For further information contact: Aaron Watt, Deputy Clerk, 613-267-5353 ext. 130 email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tay Valley Township is proud to partner with Black Raven Tai Chi. Starting June 4th at 6PM - 7PM, come and enjoy the practice and participation of this six-week FREE program at Maberly Hall, 180 Maberly Elphin Road.

Register by calling 613-267-5353 ext. 110

Next Friday, June 14, the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust is hosting a benefit concert, featuring  Doug Barr , Mary Lou Carroll , Steve Kotze, Rob Rainer, David Ramsden, and Rebecca Worden at the Maberly Hall. $10 cover charge. Doors open at 7pm, and music starts at 7:30.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

Community Café: On Wednesday, June 12th, at the Ompah Community Centre, from 11am to 1:30pm, there is a Community Café event on “Bringing health and wellness to seniors in rural areas”, presented by Rural Frontenac Community Services. Learn about the Home Support Program for Seniors. The event is free for seniors ages 60+, and snacks and a social will follow. For more information, call 613-279-3151 ext 201, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The regular Wednesday Coffee at Ompah will be cancelled on June 12th, due to the Community Café. We hope you will plan to arrive at 11am for the Community Café and join us again for coffee the following week.

The June Birthday Bash/Potluck Dinner will be on June 19th, at 6pm. Please join us for a fun dinner with your Ompah neighbours and friends. Bring a dish to share and a toonie and join us as we celebrate our friends with June birthdays. Everyone is welcome to attend, and I look forward to seeing you there.

The next Snow Road Community Centre Music Night is on Thursday, June 20th, at 7pm, and features Emily Jean Flack. Emily combines her original songs, Celtic instrumentals, and percussive step dancing to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Tickets are $15, and can be ordered by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 613-278-1853

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful summer-like weather.  Most gardens are planted and well on their way to edible plants.

Big thank you to all who attended the Spaghetti Dinner for the Youth Outreach Programme.  Heard such positive vibes about the delicious meal. 

Thinking of you to Lillian Hartwick, Bernie Quinn, Eric Wagar, Linda Lowery and to all who are under the weather or in hospital.

Sincere condolences to the family of Bill Goodberry formerly of Parham and to Scott Milligan former music teacher at the Sharbot Lake High School who led the students on many awards and trips especially to New York.  Also condolences to the family of the late Marg Whan of Sharbot Lake, a resident of the Seniors home.

The Yard Sale at the Post Office featured not only yard sale items and vendor sales but also was a kick off to the opening and introduction to Veley's Heating and Cooling with Tommy Veley on the BBQ, with free hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks.  So if you need your air conditioning serviced, please think of supporting this local business (613-561-7023).

Congratulations to all graduating classes from University and Colleges and to the upcoming of the schools in our area.  Prom night held at the OSO Township Hall was enjoyed by those students involved.  Saw many beautiful pictures for special memories of this very important event in their lives.

Shout out to Keyana Whan who made it to OFFSSAA in javelin.  She will be competing in London on Thursday - so good luck, Keyana!!!

Looks like all involved in the 3-pitch league are having fun for all ages.  Could possibly be bigger and better net year when others will want to join in this sport and exercise.  Lots of great talent not only from the young but the young at heart!

Saw some wild strawberries ripe for the tasting.  I'm sure it won't be long til the tame ones will be ready.

Congratulations to Linda Rush, Marily Seit and Wanda Harrison on retiring from writing for their local area.  We wish them well on their next venture.  Nice write up by Jeff.  Hopefully all readers have an understanding of why their items may not have made the column due to space.

Baseball the week of June 9th:  Monday, June 10th the U9 team play in Parham at 6:30pm, then Wednesday we have the U7 playing at 6:30pm then the U19 team playing at 8:30pm and Thursday June 13th we have the U11 team playing at 6:30pm followed by the U15 playing at 8:30pm - lots of great ball so come out and watch!

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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.

SUNDAY SCHOOL program resumes this month.

Happy birthday to those with June birthdays.

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

Check out new Day Care/Summer Camp at Scenic Splendor Sanctuary on Facebook

South Frontenac Museum: "TREASURES IN THE ATTIC", SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 10-1. STORRINGTON CENTRE, 3910 BATTERSEA ROAD, SUNBURY. Bring your treasures, one of a kind finds and family heirlooms to be assessed by our South Frontenac Museum professionals. Entry by donation.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

Opening Minds Innovation, Sharbot Lake.

June Paverpol Textile Workshops: June 6 – Flower Board Work Shop (1/2 Day), June 12 - Beginner Paverpol Workshop, June 22 – Heron Workshop, June 25 – Masks (1/2 Day)

Call Liz @ 613-217-3385 for more details

North Frontenac Little Theatre AGM; June 8, OSO Hall Pot luck at noon, followed by annual general meeting 1-3pm.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Saturday June 8th the Sydenham Legion will be a rockin’ place, our debut performance of The Trevor Walsh group, cold beer and air conditioning and tickets are only $10, available at Sydenham One Stop and the Legion (as well as possibly at the door if any left). Let’s show the that our village knows how to rock. He will be bringing a in your face rock and roll experience guaranteed to keep you going all night long.

Dinner and Quarter Auction, June 15, 5pm dinner, auction starts at 6:30pm. Ticket price of $20 per person includes ham, scalloped potatoes or mashed, buns, salad and dessert. Tickets available from the Legion in Sydenham, Sydenham One Stop and members of the LA. Drop a comment at facebook.com/LABranch496 and we will ensure you are able to buy a ticket. 

Need another mug? Support the Grace Centre and add a “grow with grace “mug to your collection, all while helping our amazing community resource we have in our community. $50 donation to the Grace Centre is so much more than a mug, it’s an investment in our future and helping them grow. Only for the month of June. Did I mention you can get a tax receipt as well?

Do you love to knit or crochet?  Have you ever wanted to learn? The Twisted Knitters Group meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at Trinity United Church (6689 Rd 39, Verona) from 10am to 12pm.  New members are always welcome; bring any project you are currently working on and enjoy the friendship, laughter and celebrations that this group provides.  Tea and coffee available.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

The Annual Artisan Sale will be held Saturday, June 8 starting at 9:30am. Get ready for a day filled with creativity and local talent as they showcase a variety of unique artisan items from our community distributors. From handmade crafts to one-of-a-kind artworks, there's something for everyone. Garden art, woodworking, knitting, homemade jams and jellies and more. Location is at 6522 Rd 38.

"TREASURES IN THE ATTIC" will be held on Saturday, June 8 from 10am to 1pm at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Rd, Sunbury. Bring your treasures, one of a kind finds and family heirlooms to be assessed by our South Frontenac Museum professionals. Entry by donation.

Don & Linda's Back Yard Gardens is held on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Plants galore, tomatoes, beans, kale, cucumber, herbs, rhubarb, assorted perennials, fresh herbs, salad greens, asparagus, rhubarb picked daily. This week's special is one free iris plant with a $20.00 plant sale. 613-374-1307. 4309 Maple Drive

Kick off the first 2024 Music in the Park on the lovely shores of McMullen Park. Saturday, July 22 from 1pm to 3pm. There will be a disc golf competition, a skills and drills clinic on the new tennis courts with Noble Tennis School, a pop-up StoryWalk installation with Kingston Frontenac Public Library, a free community BBQ hosted by the Verona Lions Club, and live local music.

Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) wish to invite you to a free information session: “Living with Dementia” presented by Loraine Ross; Education & Support Coordinator with the Alzheimer’s Society of KFLA. This will be held on Friday, June 28 from 11am to 1pm at the Verona Free Methodist Church. The presentation will be followed by a hot lunch that can be eaten at the hall or taken home. There is no cost to attend this event. Registration is required. You may register online at www.frontenacsalt.ca or call SFCS at 613-376-6477 ext. 310

The Fourteen Island & Mink Lakes Watershed Association is holding its 3rd Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 27 at 1pm at the Rivendell Golf Club. Dinner and silent auction to follow at the Verona Lions Hall. Doors open at 6pm and dinner starts at 7pm. Non-golfers are welcome to come for dinner only. All proceeds will be donated to the Fourteen Island Lake Dam Restoration Fund. To register, go to https://www.fimla.ca/golf.

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