Oct 23, 2024

These columns from our community reporters are updated every week.

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Arden
by Brent Fehr

Thursdays - Stretch & Strengthen at Kennebec Community Centre (5998 Arden Road). 9:30 - 10:30am, for all fitness levels from sit-fit to advanced, $1 (donation to Recreation Committee). More Information: Theresa Smith at 613 335 2286 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

October 25th - HALLOWEEN Movie Night at Kennebec Recreation Centre (5998 Arden Road). Join us Friday night @ 6pm for a showing of “Ernest Scared Stupid”.

October 26th - Annual Children's Halloween Party @ Kennebec Recreation Centre (5998 Arden Road). Saturday from 10am-1pm. Games, temporary tattoos, crafts + treats, and costume parade. Children's Luncheon @ noon. More information: Connie Tryan @ 613 335 2958 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Sponsored by the Kennebec Rec Committee. 

October 26th - Halloween Costume Party + Dance @ Kennebec Recreation Centre (5998 Arden Road). Saturday from 6-8pm. Parent sign in and out, Call Corrin for more info 647-523-9930. Sponsored by the Kennebec Rec Committee. 

October 31st - Community Shell-Out! at Kennebec Recreation Centre on Halloween Day from 6-7pm (Setup begins at 5:30pm). Here’s a way to keep Halloween fun and safe for everyone! And, to see real Trick or Treaters.  If you’d like to contribute, please drop your goodies at the hall and we will shell-out for you.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey

Where does a spider order their groceries? Off the web!

Did you know... the first mention of tourists coming to Battersea to hunt was in 1870! Locals took a group of military men to out around Guerley Lake, on Battersea Road, just a ways past Burnt Hills, where there was an abundance of deer.

Pumpkin Festival fun fact! Battersea United Church sold over 400 pieces of pie the day of the festival. Mmmm! That's pie-mazing!

Missed Cathie's birthday October 19, but I got it now.  Hope it was a great day!

Get in the Halloween spirit! Don't forget that submissions for the South Frontenac house decorating contest are open until October 27th. Visit the township's website to find all the details you will need.  Some great prizes up for grabs! 

Mark your calendars and stay active this fall:

Monday Night Euchre at the Storrington Centre. Starting time is 7:30pm. Four handed euchre. Cost  is $6. Join us for a fun evening of Progressive Euchre – a partner is not necessary.

Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6pm. 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. 

Open Mic! A fun evening of music and friendship every Friday night at the Storrington Center. Doors open at 6pm and everyone welcome! Admission charge is $2.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

No column; check back next week!

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

Denbigh Recreation is hosting some Halloween events.   There is a Halloween Kids Party on Saturday, October 26 from 11am to 1pm, with crafts, activities, pumpkin carving and lunch.   A Halloween Dance is the same day Saturday, October 26 at 8pm.  Admission is $10.00 . Dress up and you could win a prize.  This event is AGCO/LCBO and you must be 19+.  Both events take place in the Denbigh Hall on Hwy 28.

During the Festival of Lights on December 14 at Heritage Park, the Denbigh Recreation will be lighting a Memorial Tree in memory of loved ones who are no longer with us.  You can purchase a bulb for $2.00 in memory of a family member or friend, at Glaeser’s Country Store or Rosie’s Café and General Store in Denbigh.  Deadline is December 1, 2024.

Attention all hunters:  The Denbigh Recreation Committee will once again be hosting a Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings and pie for dessert.  This event is Friday, November 8 from 4:30 to 7pm at the Denbigh Hall 222 Hwy 28.  Cost Adults $15, Kids 6-12 $8 and under 5 free.  Takeout is available.

The Matawatchan Hall at 1677 Frontenac Road  welcomes David Francey to perform on November 2, 2024 at 7:30pm.  Tickets are $35.00.  You can buy tickets via e-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..   For questions call 613-318-8308. 

David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter turned songwriter, who has been known as ‘one of Canada’s most revered poets and singer’. He was honored to accept his 4th Juno award this year for his new album, The Breath Between. 

The Denbigh Library will be having a fun morning of board games on Saturday, November 16 from 10 to 11:30am. If you have a favorite board game, you are welcome to bring it.  There will be Playdoh and activities for the younger ones.  Everyone up to the age of 12 is welcome.  Please register by calling 613-333-1426.

Please let me know if you have anything to report or are having a special celebration.  I would love to hear from you.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

The November SALT event will be held in Parham at the Parham United Church (1035 Wagarville Road) from 11am to 1pm. The presentation will be on Wills and Power of Attorneys with Ron Cronkhite lunch will be provided afterwards. Please call to register 613-279-3151 ext 201.

Hallowe'en Pumpkin Carving will be held at the Verona Lions Hall on October 27th from 11-2pm.  Located at 4504 Verona Sand Road. Call: 613-929-7445 to register. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Prizes for various categories.

Saturday December 14th at 5:30 PM is the Central Frontenac Nighttime Santa Claus Parade. If interested in entering a float please register at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Parade starts at the Township office in the village of Sharbot Lake and loops around the village.

December 14th from 3-5 come meet Santa Claus at Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall) 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake. Hot dogs, popcorn and hot cocoa.

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

Thanks to everyone for your purchases of knitted things, pumpkins and gourds.  BC Knitters has turned $210.00 over to the Food Bank.  And, a special thanks to Sydenham Foodland.

The Sydenham Women's Inst. Members are making apple, cherry, pumpkin, blueberry and mincemeat pies and tarts.  These will be baked on Friday, October 25th and available for pickup on Saturday, October 26th from 09:30am to 12:30pm at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith, 4186 Colebrook Road.  The 9" pies are $15.00 each.  A tray of tarts is $10.00.  Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to pre-order.  Once your order has been confirmed you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on sending the e-transfer.

Saturday, October 26, 2024 join The Sydenham Women's Inst. members at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, for a wonderful Fall Craft and Bake sale.  Start your holiday shopping and see what these talented local vendors and bakers have to offer.  Lunch - homemade soup with a bun or sandwich.  Tea / coffee and muffins will also be sold.  4186 Colebrook Road 9am to 2pm. 

Sunday, October 27, 2024 the Harrowsmith S & A Club is hosting a Children's Halloween Party from 12 to 3pm.  Dress up in your favorite costume and join in the fun playing games, decorating cupcakes and showing off your special costume.  Free hot dogs and treats for those youngsters who dress up.  Everyone is welcome - 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith, Ontario.  

Wednesday, October 30, 2024, there will be a Painting Workshop with a Harvest Home Theme from 1 - 3pm at the Grace Centre, 4295 Stage Coach Road, Sydenham.  Bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun.  Everything else is provided.  a $5 donation for beginners to experienced .  Please register a few days before with Natalee at South Frontenace Community Services, 613-376-6477 ext 310. 

Friday, November 1, 2024 there is a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, from 7 - 930pm for Public School children, cost $7.00.  This is our Halloween Theme dance and there will be great prizes.  Come dressed in costume and have a chance to win one.  For more information call 613-372-2410.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Henderson United Church and their sister churches of Mountain Grove and Arden bade farewell to the Rev. Kaitlyn Ostrander in a moving service at Arden United Church last Sunday. A union choir, participation from all three churches, tributes, prayers, gifts, tears and of course a pot-luck lunch gave folks an opportunity to thank God for Rev. Ostrander’s inspiring ministry. This Sunday Oct. 27 and into the future the three churches will feature guest leadership at the usual times and all are welcome.

Our woolly bear caterpillars are showing a little more brown and less black on the end than the front which means a mild winter. A mild winter may or may not be good for hunters- depending upon your persuasion- happy hunting!! The frost is sure on the pumpkins.

Speaking of pumpkins, Halloween is happening and we’re excited about the area events hosted by The Kennebec Recreation Committee and the area Kids’ Klub at the Kennebec Hall in Arden. Friday Oct 25 will feature a free movie - “ Ernest Scared Stupid” at 6pm. Sat. Oct. 26 offers a Children’s Halloween Party for all ages from 10 – 1 with an emphasis on younger youth; Halloween Costume Party- geared toward older youth from 6 - 8pm. There are sign in and out protocols and parents/guardians must sign in/out the children/youth and advise of any changes in pick ups. Participants can not leave the building until all protocols are met to keep folks safe.

Please set aside Sun. Nov. 3 at 2 for Arden United Church’s Remembering Sing- a -long featuring many old time favourites that you can sing your heart out on and piano accompaniment by Carol and Sylvia. Coffee and tea social follows. Let’s rock on in remembering.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Pies & Tarts! The Sydenham Women's Institute Members are making Apple, Cherry, Pumpkin, Blueberry & Mincemeat pies and tarts. Pre-order now!.  Goodies will be baked on October 25th and be ready for pick-up on October 26th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at The Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith, 4186 Colebrook Road.  9" pies are $15.00 each. A tray of 6 tarts is $10.00. Order your treats by e-mailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Orders will be confirmed by e-mail along with instructions on sending an e-transfer for payment. Thank you for supporting the Sydenham Women's Institute.

Halloween Hustle Youth Dance! Friday, October 18th at Storrington Lions Hall from 6:30 – 9:30pm. Prizes for the best costumes. Dance is in support of Glenburnie Public School.

Harvest Moon Dance from 8pm to 1am on Saturday, October 19th at the Storrington Lions Club Hall. Live music by Whiskey Smoke. Buffet at 11pm. Free parking and cash bar. Tickets call 613-449-4744. Also available at the door.

Community Food Bank Drive is November 1st. Drop your donations at the Storrington Lions Hall in Sunbury from 1 to 5pm. Wish list includes: BBQ sauce, bread, brown sugar, cheese, jam butter/margarine, cleaning products, coffee, crackers, eggs, flour, frozen meat, honey, ketchup, juice boxes, mayo, milk, mustard, oil (cooking), paper towels, peanut butter, rice, shampoo, soup – cream of mushroom, tomato, stew cans, sugar. Cash donations are also accepted.

Bob’s Breakfast Buffet! Saturday November 2nd. Doors open 7 – 10am. Food is served buffet style, but for your convenience coffee, tea and juice are served at the table. Scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes and local maple syrup and tomatoes – all yours for $10, children 12 and under $5. Friday November 1st is set up in the hall beginning at 9:00 am. Call Judy at 613-353-1768 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for info or to volunteer.

Self-Defence Class! Hamid Nam, himself a 7th Dan in Karate will be teaching Self-Defence and Knife-Defence using techniques from Karate, Krav Maga and Aikido at Inverary United Church Hall on October 26th from 1 to 4pm. Register now at e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-328-6742. Proceeds will help veterans and military families in need.

Service Canada Help Session October 30th from 10am to 3pm at the Storrington Lions Hall. An information session to help community members apply for the following programs and services: Social Insurance Number (SIN), Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), and the CDCP - Canadian Dental Care Plan – Application. For more information and to register call Marie at 613-449-4744 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Gifts!  Crafts! & Much More on November 16th, 10am to 3pm at Inverary United Church Hall! 23 Vendors with something for everyone!    Donations for the church table and church bake table welcome! Thank you! Judy Borovskis at H 613-353-1768 or C 613-545-5017 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Pop Can Drive – Fill The Bin Start saving your cans! Pop cans/alcohol cans & bottles! Drop off anytime at the Lion’s Hall in Sunbury. Event takes place on Sunday November 24th from 12:30 – 3:00 in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Guide Dogs. Sponsored by ANS Scrap Metals & Environmentall Contracting Service.

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.

Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6pm. 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. 

Open Mic! A fun evening of music and friendship every Friday night at the Storrington Center. Doors open at 6pm and everyone welcome! Admission charge is $2.00.

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

Bring Your Antiques for Appraisal to Archives Lanark - Do you have treasures in your attic, or items handed down from generations past? Ever wonder if those treasures are more than just sentimentally valuable? Bring your items to Archives Lanark on Saturday, October 26th from 2-4 pm and find out! Janet Carlile is a noted appraiser and will appraise your antiques, large or small (no fire-arms please). Ms. Carlile has appeared on Canadian Antiques Roadshow and has appraised all types of antiques for the House of Commons and Rideau Hall. Lanark Archives will be open to visitors from 1-4pm as well, for those who would like to chat with our volunteers, view our displays or just find out what Archives Lanark is all about. Please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register your items, even if it is the day of October 26th. The cost is $10 per item or 3 items for $25. Register early to ensure your spot! Archives Lanark is a registered charity and run solely by volunteers. All proceeds will go towards purchasing archival supplies so our precious historical documents will be available for future generations to enjoy. We are located at: Archives Lanark, 1920 Drummond Concession 7, (off of Hwy 7) Perth, Ontario. Our telephone number is 613-706-6022 or you can email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Library Card Pop-Up for the Perth & District Union Public Library at Maberly Hall! Don't have a Library Card for the Perth & District Union Public Library? Join us at the Library Card Pop-Up at Maberly Hall on Oct 29th from 10:30am-1pm, 180 Maberly Elphin Road, Maberly Ontario. Get your very own card! WHY DO YOU NEED ONE? Maberly Book Exchange Program: Check out Library books, pick them up and drop them off at Maberly Community Hall. Book Club with Emily: Last Thursday of each month 1pm-2pm. December’s will be held on the 19th from 1pm-2pm

Musician’s Circle at ABC Hall Thursday: 7 – 10pm. Cost: $5 at the door toward hall maintenance. Play and sing along with fellow musicians. All musicians and all genres of music (country, jazz, blues, folk, easy listening, blue grass) are welcome. A fun learning and networking venue. Contact Dave Pollard at (613) 273-2464 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Mississippi

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

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. (Note: There are no coffees on the first Wednesday of the Month, when the Community Café is held). The Ompah Community Centre also offers weekly activities such as exercise groups, and Bridge games, drop by the community centre to find out more.

The November Community Café is on Wed. Nov. 6th, from 11am to 1:30pm at the Ompah Community Centre. The topic is “Learn about Diabetes Education for individuals and their families, and minimize symptoms with Tracey Fuller, RD CDE from Rideau Community Health Services”. Snacks and social to follow. Free for seniors ages 60+. 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.

We are excited to invite you to attend our Ompah Roast Beef Dinner on Thursday, November 7th, from 5pm to 7pm at the Ompah Community Centre. Adults are $20, Children (under 12 years of age) are $10, and Children (under 5 years of age) are Free. If you would like to help by donating a food item, or helping during the event, please add your name to the Sign-Up Sheet posted inside the entrance to the Ompah Community Centre or contact Leane at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or 613-479-8047. Proceeds from this event are going to the Ompah Community Centre.

On Thursday, November 21st, The Snow Road Community Centre presents an evening of Classic Country Music with the White Family Band from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets can be purchased by e-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 613-278-1853. Tickets are $15.

Please make use of our 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).  Everyone is welcome to take what you can use, or to donate what you can, so everyone can benefit. Thank you to Katie for her work in bringing this idea to life.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Belated Happy Birthday to Gordon Crawford who was 9 years young on the 4th of October and celebrated this special occasion with his family.

The Harvest Moon sure has been so beautiful last week.

The Lions Club of Sharbot Lake Seniors Night was a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon/evening with Steve & Penny Lloyd singing some favourites familiar songs and also some skits put on by the Frontenac Little Theatre Group.  One familiar hard working and dedicated member was missing with the passing of Lion Dawn Hansen.  A moment of silence was held in her memory and the night was dedicated to her.  Did you know that the Lions Club has been doing this Seniors Night for forty eight years.  Wow time flies!!

October 26th will be the next Lions All You Can Eat Breakfast at the OSO Township Hall.  Remember the time change - it starts at 8 am and bring your utensils.

Correction - the Turkey Dinner sponsored by the Parham United Church is Nov. 23rd!!! My apologies.

Hockey season has come again to the Frontenac Arena.  Teams are getting practised up and games have already started.  Plan on attending to support and cheer on these athletes as there are a lot of excellent players from our area.  Also at the arena you can lace up your skates for "free" public skating check the Northern Happenings for dates.

Bears have been spotted in our area and are getting a little too close for comfort so please stay alert.

With these beautiful fall days the Parham Pickle Ball Courts have been busy and the one court has been repaired.  If you enjoy playing this sport or would like to give it a try come on out - new friends can be made.

The Happy Travellers held their monthly meeting on Oct. 16th.  The theme for this meeting was "Hobo" Luncheon, members dressed in costume enjoyed a luncheon of homemade stew... mac 'n cheese, biscuits, pickles and dessert.  Next meeting will be the elections on November 20th.

If you see Peanut Butter on sale stock up for the "Peanut Butter Challenge" this year.  Sure helps out the Local Food Bank.

The Ladies Night is back!!! This time it is at the Sharbot Lake Outdoor Rink from 6 to 9 pm on November 1st!  Lots of great local vendors will be on hand to help you get started (in case you haven't already!) on your Christmas Shopping.  The money from the tables will be use to help the Clothes for Kids campaign and the Sharbot Lake Rec Committee.  There will also be a raffle with lots of great items and we are hoping to have a bake table on sight as well!

Plans are underway for a Christmas Vendor Event on Saturday November 30 at the CE Building in Parham from 10 to 2pm.  The Rec Committee will be having a bake table so if you are interested in baking to help support all that they do in the community it would be greatly appreciated!

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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 is available for children. Newcomers welcome.

Happy Birthday to those with October birthdays.

Perth Road Village is offering Craft and Bake sales Saturday, November 2, from 9am – 2pm at two locations – Perth Road Sunday School Hall and Harris Park Hall. There will be lots of variety, hand-made goods and a penny auction. Lunch will be available in both halls.

For vendor information please call 613 353-7303.

Upcoming in November: St. Andrew’s Day Tea & Social. Saturday, November 30th 2024 2 - 4pm. In the Perth Road Sunday School Hall. More information to follow.

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

Thank you to the 23 people that came out to play Euchre in Plevna last Tuesday night! The high score prize went to Bonnie B. with 85! Bob J. and Phil F. both tied for most lone hands with 6. Phil F. won the high card to take home the prize. Congrats to all the winners!! If you want to come out for a fun night of cards with friends, we gather at about 6:50pm at the Clar-Mill Hall. Games start at 7pm and refreshments are enjoyed afterwards when we give out the prizes.

Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their little ones and join the EarlyON group every Wednesday from 9:30-noon at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall. You can register at www.keyon.ca and for more info. you can call 613 279-3151 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The new Plevna Post Office opens up next week on Monday October 28th for all of your mailing needs! You will find the new office at 7428 Road 506 (across from the Plevna Liquor Store).

You are invited for an evening of spooky fun on Thurs Oct 31st to celebrate Halloween at the Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) The kids Halloween Party will be taking place from 6:30-7:30pm in the hall with games and treats! Following is the thrilling Haunted Walk in the Rink from 7:30-8:30pm. If you like to hand out candy, but don't get a lot of trick or treaters at your door, you are invited to bring your candy to the hall parking lot and join in the fun! For any questions, you can contact Shiloh at 613 876-7735.

Clarendon Central public school parent council will be doing their pepperette fundraiser just in time for hunting season. If you are interested in ordering please contact the school or a parent for more info. Orders are due Oct 25, with delivery soon after. 

You are invited to the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall on Sat Oct 26th from 2-4pm to help Lois Weber celebrate her 90th Birthday! Everyone is welcome to this open house and Best Wishes only - your presence is present enough.

The Friends of Frontenac invite you to their FREE Cooking Class on Sun Oct 27th from 1-3pm at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall. Recipes include some items from the multicultural dinner and more! There will be delicious samples to try! For more info you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Clar-Mill Community Volunteers invite you to their next Grocery Bingo Lunch on Tues Oct 29th at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall from 11-1pm. For $10 you get a delicious soup, sandwich, dessert and drink and a bingo card. Extra bingo cards are available for $2 each. All proceeds from the Bingo Lunches in October are going to the Volunteer Firefighters for the Childrens Christmas Party in December. 

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Not to worry, the vendor shows are starting and have you covered! The Plevna Christmas Craft Show is coming up on Sat Nov 2nd from 10-2pm at the Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road). You can contact Debbie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Betty at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info.

Who is in the mood for Roast Beef Dinner? The Ompah Community Centre invites everybody to their delicious dinner on Thurs Nov 7th from 5-7pm! $20 per adult, $10 for kids under 12 and Free for kids under 5. Proceeds go to the Ompah Community Centre.

The Clar-Mill Community Volunteers have organized a Fun Wreath Making Night with Janis St John on Thurs Nov 14th from 6-8pm at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall. You will go home that evening with a completed wreath or porch pot with natural boughs! The cost is $65 and Charcuterie Boards and refreshments are included! When I think about what I have paid for a fresh wreath, this is an Amazing deal and to think that I am creating it myself is an added bonus!! Don't wait to book as there are only 25 spots and they are filling up super fast! You can contact MaryAnn for more info. at 905 213-3820.

The Pine Meadow Nursing Home Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale is coming up on Fri Nov 22nd from 10-3pm. You will find local vendors, baked goods and even enjoy a hot lunch combo. You can contact Sarah at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613 336-9120 ext 226 for more info.

The local Christmas Assistance Program is available to individuals and families in Central and North Frontenac through the Salvation Army Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps. They began taking applications on Oct 1st and the deadline to apply is Nov 29th. If you would like to donate to support this wonderful charitable program , tax receipts are provided. For more info on how to apply or how to donate, you can call 613 279-3151 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

What’s your pleasure? Music, theatre?

The Open Mic nights continue on Fridays at Kick & Push Brewery.  Mostly indoors now, but that just means “closer connections.”

The Fall Music Series at the Sharbot Lake Royal Canadian Legion continues this Saturday (Oct. 26, 7-10) and will be a presented as a Halloween Dance.  Music by the Pranxstrs and Tom Revell (Of “Little Betty” fame).

And don’t forget that the North Frontenac Little Theatre’s presentation of “Dracula” is only 2 weeks away.  Performances will include, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, a Friday night dinner theatre (on site at OSO Hall), and a Saturday Matinee.  Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (or phone 613-453-6062) for tickets, or for more info in general.

How About “breaking bread” together?

The Royal Canadian Legion is offering two upcoming community dinners: Oct 25- Meatloaf Dinner

Nov 1- Roast Beef Dinner. (Both meals begin at 5:30pm at the Sharbot Lake Royal Canadian Legion, 1015 Legion Rd)

Lions All You Can Eat Breakfast (Oct 26: 8am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall), 1107 Garrett St. Remember the time change and bring your utensils.

How about Wellness? Don’t forget these regular happenings

Sharbot Lake - AA Meeting 8pm Mondays. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall),

Community Life Drawing Group 1pm Wednesdays. Sharbot Lake Family Health Team, 1005 Medical Center Rd. 1-4pm (contact Geoffrey Murray at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or text at 613-812-9428.)

Sharbot Lake - Introduction to Tai Chi 10-11:30am Wednesdays. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall), 1107 Garrett St. For info John Pariselli 613-279-2662.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

October 26th, join The Sydenham Women's Inst. members at The Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith for a wonderful Fall Craft and Bake. Start your holiday shopping and see what these talented local vendors and bakers have to offer. Lunch - homemade soup and bun or sandwich. Tea/Coffee and muffin will be sold as well. 4186  Colebrook Road from 9 a.m. to 2.00p.m.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Sydenham Women's Craft & Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 9am to 2pm at the Golden links Hall in Harrowsmith. Start your holiday shopping and see what these talented local vendors and bakers have to offer. Lunch - homemade soup and bun or sandwich. This year they are providing Apple, Cherry, Pumpkin, Blueberry & Mincemeat pies and tart pre-orders. Pies $15, 6 tarts $10 These will be baked on October 25th and ready for pick-up on October 26. To avoid disappointment you can send in a Pre-Pie Order at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or on Market Place / Kijiji

Halloween Pumpkin Carving will be held Sunday, October 27 from 11am to 2pm at the Verona Lions Hall on Verona Sand Rd. Enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs and Fries. Kids eat FREE! Reserve your pumpkin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Prizes for spookiest, funniest and most creative.

The Annual Craft Vendor Sale is on Saturday, November 2 from 9am to 2pm at Trinity United Church. Great variety of items to choose from. Lunch, baked goods and raffle baskets will be part of the church fundraising efforts. Trinity will be providing and serving a light lunch. They will also be providing a baked goods table and some gift baskets for raffle.

Prince Charles Public School will hold their Annual Holiday Market on Saturday, November 2 from 10am to 3pm. Visit with Santa and shop for crafts and goods. $2 entrance fee. Kids under 12 are free. Or a donation of a non-perishable food item.

The November Women's Luncheon will be held Tuesday, November 5, at 12:30pm at MOM'S Restaurant in Verona. For more information and to register please call 613-374-2703 by November 3.

Verona Diners Lunch Club for seniors (55 +) is being held Thursday, November 7. Chicken pot pie, a side and dessert. $10 Served at noon. Entertainment Cowboy Mark McDonnell. Call 613-376-677 ext 303 to reserve. Location Verona Free Methodist Church

Bellrock Hall sends a thank you to Bellrock Hall volunteers, with the help of Neadow Property Maintenance workers Kale and Nathan, that had a work bee to spruce up the hall, inside and out. Several dead trees and a lot of brush was removed, the hall was cleaned from top to bottom, repairs were done, gardens cleared, and the outside surfaces of the hall were cleaned with a pressure washer. Thanks to all the volunteers and especially Neadow Property Maintenance for generously donating their time and energy on a fine fall day.

Help support the "Little Food Pantry" in 2 locations in Verona outside the Rona at 6723 Road #38 and the other located at 6618 Road #38. Please take what you need and leave what you can.

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