Community Columns, August 29, 2024

Aug 28, 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

The area was named Kennebec Township in 1823, and during the mid-nineteenth century, setters came up the Salmon River in search of land. Every male settler over eighteen years old was promised a hundred acres, first on the river, then on Horseshoe Lake, Buck Lake, and Bull Lake. Later, lots were created on the shores of Deep Water Lake (now Big Clear Lake) and Cross Lake (now Kennebec.) The first arrivals were by water or on foot, but gradually people got together and build rough trails for carts.

Local Food - Whan Farms has frozen hamburger, breakfast sausage, pork chops, roasts, etc. at C4 Convenience in Arden. Also at Sharbot Lake Farmers Markets, Saturday morning from 9am - noon, or their roadside stand at 3464 Long Lake Road on Sunday’s from 10am -2pm.

September 8th - Fish Fry Fundraiser at Mountain Grove Hall (1522 Mountain Grove Road). Sunday from 4pm to 6:30pm, eat-in or takeout. Adult Dinner is $20, Children 9 and under for $10. Fundraiser supports Mountain Grove United Church & District #2 Recreation Committee. Please reserve your tickets by September 1st. For tickets Call: Judy Gray (613-279-5673) or Cory Thompson (613-876-7079) eTransfer: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Tickets can also be purchased at the door

September 14th - Barn Dance (minus the barn) at Arden Legion, firefighter fundraiser for Station 1 (Arden) & 2 (Mountain Grove). Multiple draws, a silent auction and Karaoke, 7 pm until last call (2am). All Proceeds will be going to Central Frontenac stations 1 & 2. Tickets are available for $10 a beforehand or $15 the night of at the door. Please reach out to Kassidy Normile (613-390-9302), Jeff Matson (613-217-9526), or you can purchase them at C4 Country Convenience

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Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey

Knock, knock. Who's there? S'more. S'more who? Don't worry, there are s'more jokes coming in September!

Did you know... Hydro electricity first came to Battersea village in 1935!

Reserve your tickets by Sept. 1 for a delicious Chicken BBQ dinner at Storrington Lions Club. Call Marie at 613-449-4744. In support of ongoing renovations and upgrades to the community hall.

Battersea’s Wild Art Walk Looking for Creators: Last October, a great deal of fun was had by creative types in the woods around Battersea. The Wild Art Walk took place along the Milburn Trail across from the ballpark. The 3km trail is on land stewarded by the Nature Conservancy of Canada and has become a beloved amble which meanders through field and forest and along streams and ponds. The brainchild of local resident, Sarah Wiseman, the Wild Art Walk, which is an official event of the Battersea Pumpkin Festival, is inviting South Frontenac residents and indigenous artists in the area to create displays in the woods. Last year, the exhibits were wide ranging. There was a giant wooden mobile, a grapevine tornado and a bevy of beavers sharing a cuppa. Anything goes!  Creators can choose to display their art for the month of October, or on the day of the Pumpkin Festival which is October 5th.Everyone is welcome to participate. You do not need to be a “professional”. It’s about having an opportunity to have fun creating and playing in the woods! The deadline to notify organisers about participation is September 1st. For more information, please contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Storrington Stinger News! Labour Day weekend is upon us, and Storrington is ready to welcome approximately 200 students back to school on Wednesday September 4th. Watch here for updates about what these amazing young people can do!

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

Saturday August 31st is the last Lions Farmers Market for 2024. Last chance to indulge in the Lions canteen of eggers, delicious baked goods and coffees. Also enjoy the yummy Gunning’s corn.

The Lions are promoting a new project which will honour our local veterans. They will be displaying up to 10 Remembrance Day Banners in Northbrook and 10 in Cloyne this year. More information is available on our Facebook page. The deadline for application is September 1st. Put on your dancing shoes once again on Sunday September 8th 2-5 for Music and Friends. Catch the Ace is ongoing…. will you find the Ace of Spades and win an estimated Jackpot of $5 500.

Darts is starting back at the Lions Hall on Monday September 9th 6-9:30. Euchre Tuesday and Friday evenings at the Lions Hall. Cards dealt at 7pm. Come join in the fun. Bingo Thursdays, doors open at 6pm.

September 11th – The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club speaker this month will be Duncan Armstrong, a cottager on Lake Skootamata. Duncan will talk to us about Native tall grass prairie grasses and wildflowers: their application and benefit for local landowners, gardeners, and communities. All are welcome. Location, the Barrie Community Hall, 14225 Hwy #41, Cloyne, mix and mingle at 6:45pm, the speaker will start at 7:00pm. For more information, our e-mail address is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club Show and Shine was a great event and well attended last weekend.

Land O’ Lakes Community Services will be hosting Denbigh Diners on Tuesday September 3, 2024 at Denbigh Hall.  The ladies in the kitchen will be preparing Spaghetti for lunch at noon.  Thursday August 29 is the last day to sign up; please call 613-333-2366.

The Denbigh Recreation Committee will be hosting Euchre starting Friday September 6 at 7pm in the Denbigh Hall.  It will run every other Friday evening and September 20 will be the next time.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

What a great experience the kids (& adults) were immersed in at the Cole Lake Church where the hall became an underwater wonderland. Wow.

Condolences to my friend, Louise Alfred, on the sudden passing of her husband Kevin Alfred.  Our thoughts are with you.

1010 Lawn & Garden Centre will be fully stocked by Thursday, August 29/2024. Fall Mums, Fall Planters, New Perennials & shrubs & miscellaneous fall decor.

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

Come sing with us! The Frontenac Women’s Chorus is welcoming new members for September. Ability to read music and previous choral singing experience is advised. A short phone interview is conducted rather than a formal audition. Monday evening rehearsals are at 7pm at Trinity United Church, Verona.  Come join our friendly group and enjoy our exciting, eclectic mix of repertoire.  Send an email telling us all about you to: Stella at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. More information about the FWC on our website -f wchorus.ca

"Why not try Stock? A fun game that is similar to Bocce Ball and Bavarian Curling is being played at 6:30pm n 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! Our last weekly "stock night" is this Thursday and then we switch to Sundays in September. 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, August 31, 2024 is the B&B Memorial Show and Shine in the Harrowsmith Centennial Park from 10am -4pm.  For details see the FaceBook B&B Memorial Show and Shine.  All proceeds will go to the local Fire Departments and Food Bank. 

Friday, September 6, 2024 there will be a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith. Open to Public School children.  The cost is $7.00.  For more information call 613-372-2410.

Sunday, September 8, is the Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open MIC at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith from 1pm – 4pm, followed by dinner. The cost is $20 and we ask that you bring a dessert to share. For more information call 613-372-2410.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Sincere thanks to our township and our Councillor Cindy Knight-Kelsey for the super duper Henderson Road surfaces starting at Hwy 7 right on up to Harlowe. It’s so wonderful to have it all tuned up with no holes and lots of culverts needed for the excess rains we’re getting these days. Richardson Road suffered a wash out- but it’s up and running now- thanks Township folks. My word, at home the sump pump is our new best friend- that’s for sure.

Mosey on up on our newly paved roads to our Henderson United Church fundraising spaghetti supper this Sat Aug. 31 from 4-7 at the Henderson Hall. Both the road and the food will be good and we can all have some laughs while munching away.

Tomorrow Friday Aug. 30 Land O’Lakes Community Services are hosting a yard sale during office hours at their Northbrook offices as a fundraiser for their Christmas hamper programs that are truly appreciated. Let’s get behind this program folks.

Our own reporter the late Pearl Killingbeck was laid to rest on Saturday in a service led her personal Elvis Tribute artist and friend Stephen Goodberry whom we thank profusely. I heard that Johnny Walker sent regrets.

School starts on Wed. Sept. 4 since the Tues Sept. 3 is a PA day for the staff who will be focusing on health and safety; supporting a positive school climate; legislative/policy requirements for safe schools; and achievement of learning outcomes in core academic skills. So drive with care folks and let’s all stay safe.

The fundrasing BBQ and concert (by donation) recently postponed by the Kennebec Historical Society and the Arden Wesleyan Church has been re-scheduled to Sat. Sept. 7 inside at the Kennebec Community Centre in Arden from noon- 4:30 with the music starting at 12:30. The BBQ will feed the body while the musical groups nourish the soul. So, rain or shine - it’s happening inside and we congratulate the organizers for all their efforts.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Talent has no age barrier! The Spire (fully accessible) has established a seniors’ theatre group. “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” is the first production by the new Seniors Theatre Group at The Spire. The group provides seniors who love the performing arts, opportunities to keep that love for artistic expression alive. This musical comedy should have appeal for all and maybe, especially, kindergarten teachers! Play runs Sept 12 to 14 and 19 to 21. More info at the Kingston Grand.

Perth Road Public School needs donations! Items are need for their table at the Community Garage Sale on September 15th from 9 to 12 noon at Gerald Ball Memorial Park. Items can be dropped off at Inverary Church Hall from August 29th to September 2nd from 10 to 12 noon or 2 to 4 pm each day. Please, no furniture or large items! Thanks for your support.

Bob’s Breakfast Buffet! Join us on Saturday, September 7th. 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. Set-up is Friday morning at 9:00 am. Volunteers for both days are very much appreciated.

Chicken BBQ at the Storrington Lions Hall on September 7th from 5 to 7 pm. Cost $20 – 12 & under $10. Chicken, baked potato, green salad, corn-on-the-cob, roll and dessert. Reserve by September 1st. Call 613-449-4744.

2024 Frontenac County Plowing Match on Sunday, September 8th at the farm of Ron and Ruth Taite, 4297 Perth Road, Inverary! Opening ceremony at 10:00 am. And final judging scores are shortly after 3pm. There will be two on-site food vendors: More Smoke and Otter Creek. Enjoy live music by Adam Knapp and Chris Murphy.  Wagon rides, static displays of farm equipment plus children's activities by Storrington Lions Club. For details call 613-583-4761 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Weekend Event! September 14th Gerald Ball Memorial Park - Vendor Market 10 am-3 pm. Also Community Garage Sale! September 15th at Gerald Ball Memorial Park 9 am.-12 pm. A free event for local community members to off load their treasures to new homes.

Youth Dance! for Grades 5 – 8 on September 20th from 6:30 to 9:30 at the Storrington Lion’s Hall. Music, friends, canteen available. Cost is $5 in support of Perth Road Public School

Inverary Fall Market on Saturday, September 28th from 10 – 3 pm. at Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Something for everyone! Crafts, artists, music and so much more! Mark your calendars!

Community BBQ Today is the last day! 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. Live Music and Cash bar available. See you there

Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6 pm. September classes back at Inverary United Church Hall. Pilates and Foam Rolling classes in other locations. More info: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

Sundance Artisan Show - 40 Artists Along a Riverbank on Labour Day Weekend, Maberly - The Sundance Artisan Show started 18 years ago in a garden in Maberly. This year Fall River Cafe will be selling lunch at the show. Artizan Craft Beverages will be selling Kombucha & Iced teas. Admission and parking is Free. The event will be open all 3 days of the September long weekend (Aug 31, Sept 1&2). Hours: Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm; Mon. 10am-2pm. Sundance is located at 126 Maberly Elphin Rd, Maberly, ON (at the intersection of HWY 7 and County Rd 36). Further details can be found at www.sundancestudio.ca

Join the Creative Wave! Sign up for the Tay Valley Craft Corner! Are you ready to unleash your inner artist and add some handmade flair to your home? Then it’s time to register for September's Craft Corner which will be held at Maberly Hall,180 Maberly Elphin Road on September 5th, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Teri White from Swirlicious will facilitate another exciting Craft Corner! This Craft Corner we will be making new seasonal signs. Only $20 per person to cover materials. Register online. Go to Tayvalleytwp.ca, and go to the Living Here tab, then scroll down to the Recreation Programs square. Click on it. Scroll down to the Craft Corner square and click on it.

Reminder - Memory Cafe at Maberly Hall - The third Tuesday of every month, at Maberly Community Hall 180 Maberly Elphin Road. Tay Valley Township is proud to be partnering with The Alzheimer Society of Lanark Leeds Grenville in providing the community with a Memory Café in Maberly. This program offers support and camaraderie to improve quality of life for people living with dementia and their caregivers. Come by the Maberly Memory Café to socialize with other people who share a similar journey. The Café offers socialization, relaxation, connections, arts/music with fun and laughter with an inclusive approach. Registration is required. Please contact Geralynne by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone 1 (866) 576-8556 ext. 200. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Mississippi

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

We had a fun August Birthday Bash/Potluck last Wednesday with 26 people in attendance. We celebrated Debbie, Marily, and John’s birthdays and a few anniversaries too, and had fun answering trivia questions about The Great Lakes. It was great to see so many seasonal cottagers attending too. The next Birthday Bash/Potluck is on September 18th.

On Saturday, August 24th, vendors were invited to sell their items at the Ompah Community Centre’s Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market. Thank you to Patti and Pauline for organizing this event.

Ompah Community Centre’s Music Night is on Friday, August 30th, starting at 7pm. Hosted by Dominic Simone (Ompah Dom), featuring local musicians David Young, Allan Green, the Ompah Choir, and special guests. Please join us for a fun night of music. Refreshments will be served. Donations appreciated for the Community Centre.

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

Clar-Mill Community Volunteers (CMCV) are collecting Returnable Alcohol Containers (cans & glass) at the Ompah & Mississippi Waste Sites (NF By-law #2024-35). Proceeds will be donated to local community needs. CMCV sends out a big thank you to Lookout Home Hardware, Plevna & Prodecal Ltd., Perth for their generous donations of materials! Also thank you to the Wards for building and painting; and North Frontenac staff for help with set up.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

My apologies, for not having a column last week....I believe it is wandering in cyber space!

So here is what you missed! Well that is a wrap on the 2024 Parham Fair!!! Thank you to all the volunteers who put in a lot of hours to plan, organize and get things prepared for the weekend. Not to mention the time they worked at the fair! The Pet Show Friday night coupled with the Slip and Slide that the Fire Department put on brought in the young and young at heart! From all accounts these were huge hits!! Then the Horse Pull - always a family favourite! Although the weather forecasted for Saturday caused a few of the activities to be cancelled, the weather cooperated and we were able to get on with the events of the day!  Once again, thank you to everyone who played a part in putting this all together as well as those that worked in the church booth, the rec committee booth, the vendors who were on site and all others that had a big or small part in making the fair a success.

The Parham United Church had the pleasure of Sylvia Bumstead playing the piano at Church.

And now this week's!

Saturday was a great day for a wedding ... or two! Congratulations to Sara and Seth Willard who exchanged their vows on Saturday. Seth is the Great Grandson of Bill and Patsy Lowery and Grandson to David and Jane. Skylar Howes and Victoria Hammond exchanged their vows in Kingston at the Isabel Bauder Center. We wish both couples all the best in this next chapter of their lives.

Hope everyyone enjoyed the Super Nova Moon last week. Night skies were as bright as day!

Parham United Church enjoyed their end of the month luncheon after the service which was enjoyed by all.

Big thank you to someone who donated a broom to sweep off the Pickleball courts in Parham!

So thankful that Liz and Graham Melkman were not hurt badly in last week's accidents.  Vehicles can be replaced.

As we continue to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Parham United Church we invite you to join us for a Gospel Inspirational Show featuring Stephen Goodberry and Debra Lynn Currier on Sunday September 8th from 2:00-3:30pm. Light Refreshments to follow.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

Outreach update abroad: World Vision. Life can be hard in the community of Lomas, Bolivia. Challenges like limited access to water and child protection have to be dealt with. But with World Vision and the help from the members of Perth Road United Church, our sponsored child and his family are doing better than ever. Recently, over than 135 people have a toilet. More have learned about good hygiene. Some 21 community members were trained on how child sponsorship works.

Outreach at home: Just a continuing reminder that donations for the Foodbank at Southern Frontenac Community Services Corp. (The Grace Centre) are always welcome year round at Perth Road United Church before Sunday service at 10:00am.

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

Our last fish of the week for this summer belongs to Owen R! Owen was out fishing with his Grandpa Rick on Farm Lake and caught and released his first big largemouth bass with a topwater twitch bait. Wow!! Congrats Owen!!

Thank you very much to everybody that submitted fish pictures this summer! Our Community looks forward to seeing more great successes again next summer!

53 eager swimmers registered for the Sand Lake swim program this season. The group was very thankful for Aydan & Meghan as their two Swim Instructors. They are excellent swim teachers and are very much appreciated for their major rolls in the continuation of the program.

The group would also like to send a big Thank you to Greg and Beata for the donation of 490 Freezies that kept all the swimmers cool, to Lookout Home Hardware for the use of the shade tent - it sure came in handy and to the Township of North Frontenac for the annual Community Grant that keeps registration costs low. Congratulations to Sacha, Ethan & Logan on completing the Swim Program this season!! Lastly huge Thanks to Jilene for organizing and coordinating this program for all the swimmers each summer! Our Community greatly appreciates you!!

In the second picture the group poses with their 798 square foot sand castle!

The first annual Clar-Mill Community Volunteer Pulled Pork Supper last Friday night was a tremendous success! The food was delicious, and it was a great crowd!

The River Hill Farm's Dance after the dinner was also so much fun!! Everybody including myself enjoyed dancing to the great tunes and visiting with neighbours and friends!! If you missed out this year, make sure to circle Sat Aug 23rd on your calendar 2025, when they invite us again. This will certainly be an annual event you won't want to miss!!

Stay tuned for more delicious upcoming Community Volunteer Dinners! The Clar-Mill Community Volunteers are always looking for new members as these events need a lot of people to run them and many hands make light work. If you are interested in helping out or for more info, you can contact Maryann at 905 213-3820.

Congratulations to the North Frontenac Parklands for being nominated and winning the Back Country Camping Experience of the Year 2024 – Ontario from the LUXlife Magazine!

The LUXlife Magazine has been running their prestigious Resort & Retreats Awards program to recognize and celebrate those who are continually elevating the experience of luxury resorts and retreats around the globe. For almost a decade now, they have been delighted to showcase establishments and individuals enriching the sphere – all for the enjoyment, relaxation, and utmost opulence for people everywhere! Wow! Quite the well deserved honour!!

On Fri Aug 30th at 7pm the Ompah Community Centre is hosting a Fabulous music night with Dominic Simone (Ompah Dom) David Young, Allan Green, The Ompah Choir and special guests! It's a FREE event, but donations to the Ompah Community Centre are always  welcomed! 

The Plevna Craft club will be starting up again on Sept 5th at 10 am in the Plevna Clar-Mill hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road). All crafters are welcome and for more info you can contact Carlie at 613-479-8023.

Make sure you have the last weekend in September circled on your calendars for the always impressive Back Roads Studio Tour in North Frontenac on the Sept 28/29 weekend from 10-4pm. Enjoy the lovely drive through our beautiful Township while visiting the many studios and enjoying their lovely original handmade arts and crafts! Stay tuned for more details throughout September!

Plevna's Halloween Haunted Walk is just around the corner, and the organizers are reaching out to our wonderful community for support in making this an unforgettable night for everyone. As they prepare for this year's spooktacular event, they are excited to create a memorable experience filled with ghoulish delights, thrilling encounters, and festive fun. However, to truly bring this vision to life, they need your help! With community involvement, they can raise the essential funds needed to enhance the haunted walk.

Whether you're interested in volunteering your time, donating supplies, or contributing financially, every little bit counts. Together, we can transform the  haunted walk into a mesmerizing haunted landscape where families can come together to enjoy the spirit of Halloween. This event not only serves as a source of entertainment but also as a wonderful opportunity for neighbors to connect and share in the excitement of the season. Let’s unite our efforts and creativity to make this year's Haunted Walk a night to remember for all ages. Join in and ensure that Plevna’s Halloween celebration is a frightfully fantastic experience that the community can cherish for years to come! For more info you can contact Shiloh at the North of 7 Restaurant.

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

Top 10 Things Overheard, spoken by travellers in Sharbot Lake this summer: #10 We’ll Be Back!, # 9  We’ll Be Back!, # 8 We’ll Be Bach! (spoken by a visitor from Austria), # 7 What a Charming Community! # 6 We’ll Be Back!,# 5  That’s a lovely little café you have here! (i.e. The Cardinal),# 4  They have really great Beer (i.e. Kick & Push Brewery), # 3  Keep us informed of events in the off season!# 2 Thanks for recommending that Restaurant (i.e. Belong Sharbot Lake, and the # 1 thing overheard spoken by travellers to Sharbot Lake: WE’LL BE BACK!!! (Disclaimer:  All statements above were overheard and spoken by travellers, but this is not the results of a scientific survey!)

This Week at the Sharbot Lake Farmer's Market: Farm-To-Table BBQ & Beer Garden featuring food from our LOCAL Farmers and beer from our local breweries. 9am-12noon at the Sharbot Lake Beach Park

Regular Happenings in Sharbot Lake: Bingo 5:30pm Fridays. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall), 1107 Garrett St. First game at 6:45 Euchre 1pm Wednesdays. Sharbot Lake Legion, 1015 Legion Rd. Cost $5 Line Dancing 10am Thursdays. Sharbot Lake United Church, 1042 Elizabeth St. Sharbot Lake Line Dancing is back! Thursdays $2. Beginners welcome. Contact Rhonda 613 885 8543.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

No column; check back next week!

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

The B & B Memorial Show n Shine will be held Saturday, August 31 from 10am to 4pm at Centennial Park. Harrowsmith. This is an annual car show with food trucks, vendors and all proceeds going to Central and South Frontenac fire departments.

Verona Lions have 5 varieties of fruit pies in 9-inch deep dish for $15 each. Order at 613-539-6662 by text or phone. Pickup at the Verona Lions Garlic Farmers Market on Saturday, August 31 or by request.

Verona Lions Garlic Farmers Market will be held Saturday August 31, from 9 am to 2 pm at the Verona Lions Club. Egg McLions for breakfast 9-11. Burgers, sausages, hot dogs and fries from 11-2 Coffee, tea and juice and soft drinks available.

On Tuesday, September 3, the Women's Luncheon will be hosting an Alzheimer's Coffee Break. The Education Coordinator from the Alzheimer Society will speak on types of dementia, services for caregivers, and answer any questions that women may have. This is an annual fundraiser and women are asked to donate the price of a cup of coffee. The luncheon starts at 12:30 at MOM Restaurant in Verona and, also as usual, the men seem to be enjoying meeting and eating together "out front". For more information and to register by August 31, please call 613 374-2703.

Do you enjoy singing! The Frontenac Women's Chorus is welcoming new members for September. An ability to read music and previous choral singing experience is advised. A short phone interview is conducted rather than a formal audition. Monday evening rehearsals are 700 pm at Trinity United Church, Verona. Come join the friendly group and enjoy the exciting, eclectic mix of repertoire. Send an email telling them all about you to Stella at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. More information about the FWC at this website www.fwchorus.ca

There are two Free Food Pantries in Verona. One at Rona Hardware and the other beside the Revell Used Car lot at 6618 Road #38. Whether a need for food or a need to give, mini pantries help feed neighbours, nourishing neighbourhoods. Help keep the pantry stocked with non-perishable food and other household necessities, toiletries, etc. “Take What You Need and Leave What You Can”.

Visit Don & Linda's Back Yard Gardens on Saturday August 31 from 9 am to 1 pm. Help fill the bushel basket for our local Food Bank. 10% off all crafts donated to the food bank. Now picking Beets, Carrots, Swiss Chard,Tomatoes, Onions, Potatoes, Peppers & More. Fresh produce and Plants 4309 Maple Drive, Verona. 613 374 1307

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