Community Columns, July 11, 2024

Jul 10, 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 Brent Fehr

In the late 1850’s, The village (of Arden) was first called Clear Valley, but postmaster David Osborne, who had read and enjoyed the poem "Enoch Arden," chose the name that has lasted to the present day.

Local Food - Whan Farms has frozen hamburger, breakfast sausage, pork chops, roasts, etc. at C4 Convenience in Arden.

July 13th - Lake Water Introductory Tandem Canoe & Water Safety Course for children Ages: 12 - 17 years old at Springwood Cottage Resort from 9am to 5pm (Storm Date: July 20th). Experience a one-day canoeing program: learn how to paddle safely and have fun! Participants will become more proficient in basic canoeing skills and can be eligible for Paddle Canada certification. Sponsored by Kennebec Recreation Committee. $15 Registration Fee refundable upon completion!  Registration & Information: Lynn Klages (613) 305 0953 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

July 14th - Mountain Grove Cemetery Memorial Service at Olden Pioneers Cemetery on Ferguson Road, Sunday @ 2pm. Please bring your lawn chair. In the event of rain, service will be in Mountain Grove United Church. For information contact Judy Gray at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

July 18th - Summer Wine Camp at Springwood Cottage Resort (1018 Blue Heron Ridge Road). Thursday @ 4pm located on Central Leisure Deck. No experience required, must be of legal age. It’s 90 minutes of Fun, Sharing, Learning, and tasting with 5-6 different wines. $149 for 2 people wine, cheese & charcuterie incl.   Contact Brent A. Fehr (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for more information and to register. 

July 20th - The AGM of Horseshoe & Crotch Lake Property Owners’ Assc will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10am at the Boat Launch. The rain date is Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 10am, same place.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey

Why do fish swim in salt water? Because pepper water would make them sneeze!

The Baird families are celebrating a double impressive milestone! Sandra & Al, and Barb & John, are both celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary! Please join them on Saturday, July 13, at the Storrington Centre from 2-5. Congratulations to both couples! 

A small group of community members met July 3, to discuss spending the leftover money from the park revitalization fundraiser. While several ideas were mentioned, the one that drew most interest was building a permanent pavilion structure in the park. With only approximately $4,800 in the park bank account, it was decided that different government levels, community members, businesses and organizations be approached to see if there was any interest in proceeding with this larger scale project.  Should there not be additional support, it was decided that the money be spent on more modest village beautification ideas, such as flower planters, picnic tables, flags/banners etc.  The community is invited to hear the results and next steps at a meeting September 18, 6pm, at The Creek.

The Lakes and Trails Festival returns to The Point in Sydenham, this Saturday, July 13 from 8:30am – 1pm. The festival is a celebration of the natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities offered by the lakes and trails in South Frontenac.

See southfrontenac.net/lakes and trails for more information and to register and sign waivers for activities or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 613-376-3027.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

News from St. Kilian’s Church: “The very damp weather on Saturday didn’t stop our Yard and Bake Sale from being a success! Special thanks to Lonnie Watkins Tree Service for donating 2 rustic benches to raffle off. The winners were super excited! Thank you to everyone who came out to support us! The next Bake Sale is AUGUST 3rd.”

The 2024 NAEC Fun Fair was a success! Thanks, in part, to the generous sponors. $4,473.33 was raised. The success of this event is a testament to the power of our community coming together for a common goal.

News from Bon Echo Friends: “Join us at the 2024 Festival of the Arts! We’re excited to announce that the Festival of the Arts is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for an amazing weekend filled with creativity and nature. Date: Friday, July 19th (Free Day Use!) & Saturday, July 20th . Enjoy free day use on Friday, July 19th as part of Ontario Parks Healthy Parks, Healthy PNews from St. Kilian’s Church: “The very damp weather on Saturday didn’t stop our Yard and Bake Sale from being a success! Special thanks to Lonnie Watkins Tree Service for donating 2 rustic benches to raffle off. The winners were super excited! Thank you to everyone who came out to support us! The next Bake Sale is AUGUST 3rd.”

The 2024 NAEC Fun Fair waeople Day! BBQ Fundraiser: We’ll be hosting a BBQ on both days with all proceeds going towards the Cliff Top Trail Rejuvenation Fund.”

News from the Flinton Public Library: “Come and join us as we Celebrate Flinton Public Library’s 75th Anniversary Celebration. Saturday August 3, 9am-2pm. Details to follow closer to the event

News from the Cloyne Big Chair Project: Update on Chair. I have been in touch with Mike. He's going to let me know when a good time this Sunday or early next week we can deliver wood to him to be planed and profiled. It's been a slow process but we are getting closer.”

The Lions “Catch the Ace”, a progressive lottery is in full swing. Tickets are $5. and can be purchased at Lions events, online or at many local retailers. Check out our Facebook page for details. The first Catch the Ace draw has taken place. Next week’s estimated Prize is $2600. Friday July 19th come “dine-in” or “take-out” our annual Fish Fry 4:30-6:30…. serving New Zealand Cod, fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce…all for $20.

Join the Cloyne Recreation Club on August 17th from 3pm to 7pm for a car show and vendor sale! We're looking for cars, trucks, and motorcycles both old and new. Register via email or DM. Enjoy a BBQ, cotton candy, inflatable bouncer, and face painting. We're also looking for artists and crafters to join our vendor sale.

News from Finnegan’s General Store: “Thank you for the donation from one of my regular customers at Finnegan's General Store & Stephanie’s Good Pizza Shoppe. I will be collecting all summer if you’d like to make a non perishable food donation to this program that is free for the kids each school year. This September starts the 2nd semester for this program. My good friend from Sherwood Park donated this handmade quilt today. Buy a raffle ticket for 5$ and all proceeds to go the Free Highschool Breakfast Program that begins again in September. Draw will be held the Saturday of the August long weekend.”

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Recreation Committee is hosting Horse Shoe’s at Heritage Park starting Friday, July 12 at 7pm and every other week.   Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

The Denbigh Library will be hosting the TD Summer Reading Club on Wednesday, 6 to 7pm from July 3 to August 21.  There will be storytelling, crafts and games for children from 4-12 years old.  Please call to register 613-333-1426.

The Denbigh Library Annual Book and Bake Sale is Saturday July 20 from 9am until noon.  The Library is located at the Addington Highlands Community Centre 31 Central St. Denbigh.

Summer is here and the Saturday Morning Socials have started at the Matawatchan Hall at 10am until noon.  July 13th there will be music by the New Pickled Chicken Band.  July 20th and 27th, Derek Roche will be there to entertain everyone.  Come out for coffee/tea and homemade treats.  It is a great time to visit with the community.

The Denbigh Food Bank is open the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 10 to 11am.  For more information call 613-333-2224.

For many years the Denbigh Recreation Committee has been hosting Coffee Time at Heritage Park every Friday morning at 8am.  We serve coffee/tea and breakfast for $5.00.  Also there is a fresh baked treat for $1.00.  Feel free to drop by on a Friday morning for a visit.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Thank you to Bell Canada for coming and re-attaching the Bell line on White Lake Road. Thank you to Hydro One for coming out and investigating the persistent Stray Voltage issue, here's hoping a resolution is in the works.

ATV’s and off-road vehicles driving on Township roads must follow the speed limits outlined in By-Law 2020-46. Speed limits: a) 20 km per hour, if the speed limit established under the Highway Traffic Act or by Municipal By-Law for that part of the highway is not greater than 50 km per hour, or b) 50 km per hour, if the speed limit established under the Highway Traffic Act or Municipal By-Law for that part of the higher is greater than 50 km per hour.

"Registration for the 2024-2025 season with Frontenac Fury Girls House League Hockey is closing soon! Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our incredible team and be part of an exciting season filled with growth, teamwork, and fun on the ice! Registration closes on Monday, July 15, 2024. Act fast to secure your spot and ensure you're part of the Fury family this season. For more information and to register, visit the link below. Let's lace up our skates and make this season unforgettable! Go Fury!" https://frontenacfury.ca/Pages/1120/General_Information/

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

"Why not try Stock? A fun game that is similar to Bocce Ball and Bavarian Curling being played on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm in Harrowsmith at Centennial Park under the Multi-Use Pavilion. No experience needed and new players welcome. Equipment is supplied by the club and easy to use, if you can bowl you can play stock sport! This will be our regular club nights, Thursdays, every week till the end of August. Our club website will have all the details at www.sfsc.website or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it."

Saturday, July 20, is the Annual Butterfly Release from 10am to 11:30am at the South Frontenac Community Services at 4295 Stagecoach Road, Sydenham.  There are a limited number of butterflies that will be provided for each family attending.  After the release, please join us for refreshments.  Please register with Katie Buckley 613-376-6477 x205.  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Saturday, July 27, 2024 there will be a Celebration of Life for Darryl Silver at the Silverbrook Garden Centre.  Looking forward to seeing everyone.  Runs from 11:30am to 4pm.  The Silver family.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Our neighbours Donna and Barry Smith have come to the painful decision that health reasons have forced the permanent closure of their rescue farm, with thanks to all followers, supporters, visitors and volunteers over the years. The animals are happily re-homed and all is well.

This Saturday, July 13 Henderson United Church will vendor with a multitude of vendors at the Oliver Scott Memorial Park (outdoor skating rink across from the marina and beside the GREC High School) in Sharbot Lake from 9- 1. We’ll be under the Recreation’s newly constructed roof, hence the event is called “Under the Big Top Vendor Event”. Come and have a chin wag with us.

Henderson has some super-duper volunteers and helpers and our next big village happening is a fundraising pancake breakfast on Civic holiday Monday Aug. 5 hosted by Henderson United Church and it will be yummy in the tummy!! Real maple syrup straight from the tree, pancakes, and sausages, coffee, tea and lots of smiles are on the menu. Thanks to our Township, with whom we partner in our hall, we’ve got a super duper flusher of a toilet to boot!! No more line ups and slow flushes for us anymore. Come in to where you can let it out and have a blast!!

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Happy Summer! School is out. Students, teachers, bus drivers, enjoy your break! Grade 8 grads and High School students looking for volunteer hours, there are some needs in the area. Looking for someone to help clean up the water front around a dock. Let me know if you are interested in some volunteer hours... Possibly cutting grass and doing trimming jobs as well.

50 Years Anniversary Celebration! Two couples, Al & Sandra Baird and John & Barb Baird, will celebrate together, 50 years of marriage! Join them in their celebration on Saturday, July 13th from 2pm. to 5pm at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road, Sunbury. Best wishes only. Light refreshments provided.

Poker Run! July 13th 10am at the Storrington Lions Hall. Fee is $35 (includes lunch) Proceeds to K4Paws. Prizes, Games & Silent Auction. 613-484-2531 or 613-484-9465.

Summer Boat Service on Loughborough Lake. Service is at 11:15am on Sunday, July 14th on Bob Spankey Island near Loughborough Marina. Rev. Heather & Chris Murphy will be leading the service. Please message Rev. Heather (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) if you have room in your boat or if you need a spot in a boat.  Lunch to follow at the Creekside Bar and Grill. $15 pp. RSVP for the lunch to Ila: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Battersea Invites You! Enjoy Art in the Hamlet from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, August 3rd. This event is located across from Battersea United Church at 2220 Wellington Street and includes various forms of art (from pottery to wood carving) and live music. While in Battersea, check out the nature conservancy hiking trails and the Creekside Bar and Grill.

Community BBQ every Thursday at the Storrington Lions Hall from 5 to 7 pm. 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!

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

Fish Fry at ABC Hall - Join us at the ABC Hall on Saturday, July 13 for our summer Fish Fry fundraiser. Enjoy 2 delicious pieces of deep-fried cod served with salad, fries, and dessert. Dine in at 6:45pm or choose from 3 take-out time slots. Tickets are $20 per person, $15 for kids under 12, available online at OnStage Direct. For more info, see: https://abchall.ca/fish-fry-fundraiser/

Tay Valley's Diner's Club - Free Pizza and Live Music! Maberly Community Hall, 180 Maberly Elphin Road on July 11th, 2024 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Register by calling 613-267-5353 ext.110 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We only have a 140 spots available, so be sure to register before we run out of room.  Live Music by Steve Hannah. Gluten Free and Vegan Pizza options available. For more information please visit https://www.tayvalleytwp.ca/DinersClub/ Do you require transportation? Contact us for a lift. Funding provided by the Inclusive Community Grant Program. 

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Mississippi

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

Everyone is invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Ompah Community Centre Association on Saturday, July 13 from 10 to 11:30am.   Updates on finances, events of 2023 and upcoming events will be reported, along with opportunities to help out. Three executive officer positions will be open for election.  If you are interested or want more information contact Katie Worden at 613-340-7887 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Everyone is welcome to attend.  Membership of $1.00 can be purchased at or before the AGM from Marily.

On Saturday, July 13th, come out and Meet the Artists (Leane and Brian Bailey – Art By The Baileys), from 1pm to 3pm, at the Ompah Community Centre. They will be doing demonstrations of their artwork in progress and will have a display of their artwork. You can enter to win a free pastel painting called “Winter Gallop” at the event too. Come out and learn about coloured pencil and pastel art.

The next Birthday Bash/Potluck Dinner is on July 17th at 6pm. Bring a toonie and a dish to share and join us as we all gather to enjoy a wonderful meal together. Everyone is welcome to celebrate those who have birthdays this month.

Have you checked your fire extinguisher lately? They should be professionally checked every 6 and 12 years to ensure that they work when you need them. Sandy Graham, who works for Firetronics 2000 INC, has offered to check residential fire extinguishers at the Ompah Community Centre on Saturday July 27 from 10am to 1pm at a cost of $5.00 per extinguisher. He will also have new extinguishers and smoke alarms available at cost to replace old or faulty ones. Thanks to Sandy, it will be comforting to know that you have safety equipment that is in working order.

We now have a Community Fridge in the foyer of the Ompah Community Centre.  In the fridge will be food from the store in original packaging, or extra produce from your garden (must be washed, dried and bagged).  Help yourself or leave extras.

Please join us on Wednesday mornings for coffee and treats starting at 10am. It’s a great way to meet your Ompah neighbours and friends. While you are there drop by the library which is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am to noon.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Sympathy to the family of the late Marjorie Sproule. Marjorie was a favourite teacher at the Bradshaw School, a beautiful cake decorator and a wonderful afghan creator.  Thinking of the family.

Thinking of you to Diane Reynolds, who had a nasty fall, as well as healing thoughts to Dale Meeks, Bill Lowery and Cathy Goodfellow.

Parham United Church's cook books celebrating their 150 years are selling fast.  If you would like a copy, give us a call.

Don't forget the Lions club breakfast this Saturday, as well as the farmer's market. Then you can take in the Vendor Sale at the Sharbot Lake Rink from 9 to 1 - something for everyone.

Great job to the Sharbot Lake Lions Club on their Music in the Beach event on Sunday - the band was amazing - the Reasons - be sure to check them out the next time they are in town!!!

Don't forget the fundraiser for the family of Alex Cryer on Friday, July 19th and Saturday, July 20th at Parham.  If you want to donate to the raffle table  please let Tammy Dupuis know.

The Parham Fair Board is looking for volunteers to help with the Beer Garden! Help is needed on both Friday, August 16th and Saturday, August 17th. Many shifts available. We would prefer SmartServe certified volunteers if possible, however not a requirement. If interested in helping out, please contact Michelle at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call or text 613-572-6213.

Thank you to the township crew for all the hard work on Fream Street - it may be a small street but it was in desperate need of some TLC - and it has received it and the residents are extremely appreciative of this! As well as the overgrowth of tree trimming at the former Goodfellows store - now it is safer to pull out!

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

If anyone has an apartment size piano which they would like to donate to Wilmer Church, please call Vera at 613-353-2470.

Upcoming events: Giant Pie Sale - July 20. Anniversary Service (Church) – Aug 11. Concert with Bill White and Bluegrass 4U – Sept. 29. Craft and Bake Sale – Nov. 2nd.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Our Community Fish Pick of the week is 11 year old Ivy C!! Trevor and Cathy Owen’s granddaughter was a participant in the July 6th Malcolm Lake Association's Annual Bass Derby & BARBQ. She didn't get a bass, but she did manage to land this hefty 36”, 10-pound pike using her father’s favorite crank bait and braided line. She landed it all on her own, with her father as her net-wingman! Congratulations Ivy!!

If you think you have caught a bragworthy fish this summer and would like to be spotlighted in the Plevna Column, please send me a picture of you with your fish and details about the size and species and where you caught it and with what lure. Thanks in advance for your contribution to our Community Column!

Did you hear about the Butterfly group and the Butterfly Way project with the David Suzuki Foundation? The goal is to support our pollinators by creating a highway of pollinator gardens. This group received a Community Grant from the Township to build a garden at the Plevna hall and school. They finished planting all the native pollinator wildflowers and just have to add a few more rocks and logs to create habitat and then they will add some interpretive signs. It will fill in beautifully in the next year or two. Huge thanks to Mary Ann Ward, Micheline Bessette, Deanne Storey and Pleasantview Lodge's Colin and Julia Drake! Stop in and take a peek and enjoy the view! 

If you didn't make it to the Clar-Mill Community Volunteers Strawberry Social BBQ fundraiser and the Annual Craft and Vendor Show at the Hall last Saturday, you missed out! It was brilliantly run and so much fun!! There were many interesting  vendors and crafters and the burgers were cooked to perfection! Hats off to Mike Ward for his superb BARBQ'ing skills!  Thank you very much to Betty Hunter, Debbie Emery, Steph Lemke, Mary Ann Ward and everybody else that helped to put these events together

It was a very special Mass at St Killian's Church last Sunday. Congratulations to Lucas and Emmitt for receiving their first Holy Communion. 

Do you know about the Township of North Frontenac Home Support Program yet? In partnership with Land o Lakes Community Services and Rural Frontenac Community Services support is being provided to Seniors and people living with disabilities in the Community. It provides interior and exterior home services. Program eligibility is that you must be a North Frontenac Resident and be over 60 or living with a disability. For more information you can call 613 336-8934 or 613 279-3152 or email www.lolcs.com or www.rfcs.ca

Outdoor programs are here for kids this Summer! Join the Rural Frontenac Community Services Thurs, July 11th from 9:30 to 1pm at the Sand Lake Beach in Plevna. There will also be Fun Days there on July 25th and August 22nd for the kids! For more information you can call 613 279-3151 ext. 5 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Shamrock Cafe invites you to order Friday night dinner this July 12th! It will be butter chicken with rice and garlic naan. If interested, please text 416 834-0988 ASAP to get on her reservation list. Spots fill up fast.

Summerfest is coming back to to Plevna next Saturday, July 20th and it will be AWE-SOME!! There is so much FUN planned! There will be live music, chainsaw carving, axe throwing, a petting zoo, balloon twisting, vendor booths, dunk tank, food vendors and so much more!! The fun starts at 11am at the Plevna Clar-Mill hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road). It's going to be a day to remember!!

You are invited to get your Psychic Weather report next week. The Shamrock Cafe welcomes Madame Tarot July 16-21 from 9am to 7pm. For more information you can text Liz at 438 922-9564 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

Who travels through and stays in Sharbot Lake in the high season? We are counting down the top 5 interest groups that stop in Sharbot Lake each summer for 1-2 night stays. Last week we revealed #5 -ATVers. This week #4 - camping grandparents and campers’ parents.

Quite often grandparents visit their families camping in the nearby provincial parks. However, when night falls, they tend to want the creature comforts of a nice B&B. This group along with parents of the 5 or 6 area summer camps (dropping off, picking up, or visiting on parents day) comprise a significant number of visitors to Sharbot Lake. In the past few years, this has included parents travelling in from Chicago, New York, San Diego and and St Kitts Island.

Sharbot Lake - St. Andrew's Breakfast (Wednesdays - Jul-Aug), 7:30-10:30am Wednesdays. St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 1028 Elizabeth St. Full breakfast, including coffee and/or juice. $12, kids under 12 free. Etransfer available. Every Wednesday in July and August.

Saturday, July 13 Sharbot Lake - Vendors Under the Big Top, 9am-4pm. Sharbot Lake Covered Rink, 14410 Road 38. Lots of great items, proceeds from the table rental will go to support the District #3 Rec Committee. All welcome.

Thursday, July 18 – Frontenac Folk Club & Belong present Le Ren & Farser at Belong Sharbot Lake. Join us for a night of music! 730PM, $25 – tickets at Eventbrite

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Hope everyone had an enjoyable Canada day long weekend, a huge thanks to all the people who worked on Canada Day to help those who needed essential items to make their day complete.  We are truly lucky in our village to have so many amazing places to get our every day needs and then some.

A huge congrats to the big winner of the Royal a Canadian Legion Branch 496 ATV draw, Pete Redmond won himself a very nice new bike.  Thank you to the many supporters who bought tickets, the money raised will stay within our local branch

Also, our Sydenham Lions club held their annual draw which sold out among their places they were selling, a huge roar of congrats to John R Smith who took home the $2500 win.

Slither has regained his spot along the trail beside Foodland for the summer months, with many thanks to those who came out last week to help him off his winter home to summer home. There is one extra special rock, a Rietta Mills original which was placed by her husband at the start of Slither this year… It’s a beauty. As was she.  Let’s see if we can add even more rocks this year.  Our awesome Home Hardware folks have set up a rock painting station inside the store, for young folks to create. But I’m sure they won’t turn away the young at heart as well.   Make a painting party bbq plan with some friends and family…

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Style Revival Clothing Center will be open Saturday, July 20 from 10am to 1pm.

Join Verona Hardware as they celebrate their 95th Anniversary on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21. There will be a BBQ raffle in support of Verona Christmas for Kids.

Verona Free Methodist Church will hold Church at McMullen Beach on Sunday, July 21 at 10am. Music by Jess Wedden and Jon McLurg. Park at the church and walk over. Accessible parking available at McMullen Beach. Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs and kids games.

A special event for grandparents and their grandchildren. Come and enjoy an afternoon of playing games and making memories on Monday, July 22 from 2pm to 3pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. Light snacks and drinks provided. To register, contact Natalee Lennox at 613-376-6477 ext 310.

Painting workshop with the theme of En Plein Air (Outdoors) will be held on Wednesday, July 31st, 1pm to 3pm at the Bellrock Hall... Materials provided but bring a hat, sunblock, apron, paper towels and a sense of fun! $5 donation. Beginners to experienced (ages 55+). Pre registration required at Southern Frontenac Community Services, 613-376-6477 ext 310 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BellRock Hall needs you!! BellRock Hall is a beautiful historic building over 160 years old and was originally a one-room schoolhouse. It now serves as many functions. They host dinners, theatre productions, wedding and family gatherings in the hall. The playground behind the schoolhouse is popular and well-used. They also are proud to run a community garden that provides food for the South Frontenac Food Bank and local villagers. However they need your volunteer help to keep the hall functioning! It doesn’t have to be a huge time commitment­ even a few hours could be useful. Their monthly meetings at the hall are generally held on the third Thursday of the month during after-work hours. You are welcome to attend and find out what it is all about. Or email or phone This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (613) 484-5977 (Kaye).

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