Nov 27, 2024

These columns from our community reporters are updated every week.

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Arden
by Brent Fehr

Thursday’s - 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.

November 28th - Community Holiday Dinner at Circle Square Ranch (1361 Price Rd). Come join us on Thursday @ 6pm for Turkey dinner with all the fixings and pie for dessert. Pay by donation, proceeds will go towards our Camper Scholarship Fund. Please RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the office at 613.335.5403

November 30th - Christmas Extravaganza at the Land O’Lakes Lions Club in Northbrook (12328 Highway 41) Saturday from 10am - 2pm. Go support Loonstruck Creations, a family business based in Arden that manufacture wood turned items such as writing pens, pepper grinders, pizza cutters etc as well as produce quality hand crafted winter hats and slippers.  For more information; contact us through Facebook, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or an Etsy store https://www.loonstruckcreations.etsy.com. Use discount code is LOCAL20 for 20% off your purchase

November 30th - GET FESTIVE and participate in the Arden Annual Tree Lighting at the Heritage Garden across from the Mill Pond will take place. Join us on Saturday @ 7pm for this community event. FREE hot chocolate from Circle Square Ranch and free cookies donated from Village Bakers. Sponsored by The Friends of Arden 

December 7th - SANTA!  Breakfast with Santa at Arden Legion from 9-11am

December 7th - Annual Christmas Luncheon at Arden United Church (1076 Railway St., Arden). Please join us on Saturday from 11:30am - 1pm.  Enjoy a variety of tasty sandwiches accompanied by a selection of delicious soups and garnishes to usher you into the festive season.  Come catch up with old friends and share a few memorable stories of the year.  Free-will donations gratefully accepted

December 7th - Kid's Klub Fundraising Christmas Market @ Kennebec Recreation Centre (5998 Arden Road). Come support more than 15 Holiday Vendor’s  from 10am - 2pm, crafts, Arden seniors happy gang Bake Sale + Silent Auction. More Information: Samantha Bradley (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). Or, Join us on Facebook: "Kennebec Recreation Committee"

December 15th - SING!  Join us for a celebration of the season with many old-time favourites and carols, and be moved by some beautiful musical interludes.  Sunday at 2pm, Arden United Church (1076 Railway Street, Arden, ON  K0H 1B0) - Christmas Community Singalong.  Families and Children welcome.  Coffee, tea and hot chocolate social to follow.  Goodie Bags for kids.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

The fifth annual Christmas Toy and Food Drive is being held Saturday, November 30th at the Northbrook Foodland between the hours of 10am and 2pm. We are accepting donations of new toys, gift cards, non-perishable food items, and cash. All donations go directly to the Land O’ Lakes Community Services Christmas Hamper Program. It is also supported by the Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department. Without donations, the program costs over $20,000 and services over 140 local families in need.

All are invited to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Flinton as we hold Our 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 1st from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Join us as we celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! Hot Chocolate, Cookies, Music and Fireworks! An Event for the whole community to enjoy! Hope to see you there! ALL ARE WELCOME **Tree & Nativity Lighting at Dusk followed by a few Fireworks** **Hot Chocolate & Cookies while quantities last ** *We will be also accepting non-perishable food items for our local Food Bank*

The next Coffee Break for Veterans at Finnegan’s General Store will be Saturday December 7th from 10-12 noon. Please reach out to Stephanie if you’d like to be included. We heard back from Santa and he will be joining Jack for our 3rd Annual Christmas Party for the kids in our community & their parents. Join us on Saturday December 14th from 1-4 pm for refreshments and complimentary presents. If your kids are between the ages of 3-14, please leave a message to RSVP.

Only a few weeks until Christmas. Come out to the Lions Christmas Extravaganza on Saturday November 30th 10-2. There will be lots of local vendors selling their products so come and support by buying your gifts. Santa returns on December 14th when children can visit and experience his Workshop with some of his elves helping out. It starts at 10 until 2 Cat the Ace is onto the 4th week. The Estimated Jackpot is $2500.00

Myers Cave Resort is inviting the community to its 4th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Every year the area that is decorated for Christmas is becoming bigger and more exciting, and we can't wait to have everyone see it. Of course, no tree-lighting can happen without delicious hot chocolate and a warm fire pit, roasted marshmallows and giveaways for the kids. Santa is excited to see the families and the children and to hear what they want for Christmas and to take a picture with them too. And the band that everyone loved during the Oktoberfest, Good To Go Band, will be there to sing our favorite Christmas Carols. What better way to spend an evening in Christmas Cheer? (this event is complimentary to the community). Date: Nov 30. Time: 5:30-8:00pm.

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Recreation Committee, during the Festival of Lights on December 14 at Heritage Park 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.  The Festival of Lights is from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.  There will be food and Fireworks that evening.  If you would like to enter a float or display call Kenny 613-985-9718.  Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be watching for all the children.

The Matawatchan Hall at 1677 Frontenac Road will be hosting a Christmas Market on Saturday Nov. 30 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.  There will be light Lunch, Coffee, Homemade Crafts, local Maple Syrup, and lots of yummy Christmas treats.  Come out and support your community.  If you are interested in a table please contact Nancy at 613-333-9556.

The Denbigh Library will be celebrating the Christmas Season with Kids Christmas Crafts on some upcoming Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until noon.  On Saturday November 30 there will be a Christmas Cards Craft, on Saturday December 7 a Christmas Tree Ornaments Craft and on Saturday December 14 a Christmas Centerpiece craft.  Families are welcome.   No preregistration is required.

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club is hosting a Christmas Market on Saturday December 7 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Griffith.  There will be gifts, goodies, photo op with Santa, hot lunch and mulled wine to enjoy.  The Lions Club also will be selling Tourtieres for $20, and Fruit Cake and Cherry Cake for $20.  Their Christmas BINGO will be Tuesday December 10; they look forward to seeing everyone, and the doors open at 6:00 p.m.  The Lions Club will be offering Christmas Hampers to members of the community in need. If you are in need of a Christmas Hamper or know someone who is in need please call Jan at 613-333-1748.  To make a donation call Jan 613-333-1748 or email  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Vennachar Free Methodist Church is hosting on Monday December 2 at 1:00 p.m. an event for the community ladies to make Christmas Crafts.   Contact Debbie 613-479-8057 for free registration.

The local Village Voices Choir will be hosting a Christmas Concert under the direction of Debra Green and a Children’s Christmas Pageant of the Hilltop Sunday School.  This event is on Sunday December 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the Hilltop Church in Griffith (Snow date Dec 15).  Admission is a donation to the Denbigh Community Food Bank.  Fellowship and snacks to follow.  Call Debra for more information 416-389-9841

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

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Harlowe
Marie White

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

BC Knitters took $100.00 to the Food Bank last week.  They are selling their "warm things" and "little snowmen" at the Sydenham Foodland on Saturday, December 07, from 10:00 to 12:00 AM.  Thanks for all your support.  

Hey Harrowsmith!  Sydenham has thrown down the gauntlet and challenged us to another Peanut Butter challenge (guess who won last year).  You can follow along on social media (Facebook) for updates and donation drop off sites.  One of those sites is Prime Takeout, so you can pick up lunch or dinner and drop off some peanut butter at the same time.  Let's make it two years in a row!

Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 16:30 to 19:30 PM is the JINGLE FAM - JAM,  the Community Christmas Family Jamboree.  At the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church with supper at the Candy Cane Cafe, Frosty's Sing-a-Long, Interactive Nativity Story, Reindeer Games, Kris Kingle Crafts and Family Photo Booth.  

Saturday, November 30, 2024 The Frontenac Women's Choir is proud to present their Christmas Concert "Dreaming of Home", a magical night of song to warm your Christmas season. Please join us at 19:00 PM at the Free Methodist Church, 6804 Hwy 38, Verona.  Special guest is obist Anke Carrington.  Admission is by donation plus an item for the Food Bank.

Friday, December 06, 2024 Youth Dance at the Golden LInks Hall Harrowsmith, from 19:00 to 21:30 PM, for public school children.  Cost is $7.00.  This is our Christmas dance, so come dressed in your favorite Christmas sweater or bring a homemade card or ornament for your DJ's.  Everyone will go home with something tonight.  For information call 613-372-2410.      

Saturday, December 07, 2024 is the Frontenac Farmers Holiday Market / Party at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith from 15:00 - 19:00 PM.  There will be onsite food, licensed drinks, a free photo booth, cozy fire pits, over thirty-five (35) vendors and live music by Jonathan Jones.     

Sunday, December 08, 2024, is the Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mike, Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith, from 13:00 to 17:00 PM, followed by dinner.  Cost is $15.00 and we ask that you bring a dessert to share.  For more information call 613-372-2410.  

Sunday, December 08, 2024 please join us for "Snacks with Santa" at the Harrowsmith S and A Club, 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith from 11:00 AM until 13:30 PM for free hot dogs and drinks.  Bring your favorite treat to share.  Donations gratefully accepted.  For more information contact us at  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Facebook page "Harrowsmith S and A Club.  

Saturday, December 14, 2024 Euchre night at the Harrowsmith S and A Club, 4041 Colebrook Road, Harrowsmith Ontario.  

Mark your calendar, Jeff Code is coming to the Golden Links Hall on Saturday, January 18, 2025.  More information to follow.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Our Central Frontenac Township Christmas peanut butter food bank challenge continues until Dec. 16 and our district of Kennebec is in the lead having donated an astounding 67 jars of peanut butter.!!We are the nuttiest township- a true and distinct honour!! Olden District got a late start, while Oso has donated 12 jars, and Hinchinbrooke 16. Special thanks to Councillor Nicki Gowdy for setting up this initiative, collecting and counting the contributions and keeping us all in the loop. Now Kennebec- we want to donate over 100 jars of peanut butter- so please get them to Arden post office- which in spite of the strike is still open.

Special retirement wishes to Terry Asselstine the Facilities Coordinator of our Township who served the Township and was in charge of all the Township hall’s maintenance. Terry got our Henderson Hall a super duper flusher toilet, painted our hall, and came to our rescue as he did for all the Township Halls. We wish him happy retirement and great success at hunting and fishing.

This Saturday November 30th features a tree lighting ceremony at the Arden Mill Pond at 7:00 PM with thanks to The Friends of Arden, many volunteers and the fire department for helping to make it happen. FREE hot chocolate from Circle Square Ranch and free yummy cookies donated by area folks, along with fun and singing promises a great event.

Then, coming up on Sat. Dec. 7 Arden United Church offers their Annual Christmas Luncheon at 1076 Railway St., Arden from 11:30am – 1pm. Tasty sandwiches, succulent soups, garnishes will be yummy in the tummy. Come and have a chin wag with your friends and get caught up on the news. If you are able, free-will donations graciously received.

I hope the mail strike ends soon, although it’s wonderful to visit with all the local stores/business folks when searching for our paper copies of “the News.”

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

• Rotary Cash Calendars  313 draws! $15,000 in prizes – yours for $20. Calendars available at Inverary Pharmasave,  Mrs Garrett's Bakery, Maple Country, Sydenham Pet Store, Willows Feeds, and Wilton Cheese. Beautiful pictures by local photographers - a great Christmas gift!

• Christmas Hamper Baskets Storrington Pastoral Charge is sponsoring 30 families. 1. The following items are needed: white bread, brown bread, cheese, eggs, butter, bacon or small hams, gravy, coffee, tea, cereal (ie Rice Krispies and Cheerios), cackers, ketchup, relish, mustard, dish soap, white sugar, cookies, peanut butter, jam, toilet paper, kleenex, spaghetti and sauce, toothbrushes and toothpaste, stove top stuffing and soups.

2. We have freezer space for frozen items and need turkeys.

3. Financial Donations to the Church Benevolent Fund are a Big Help. Donations can be made to Battersea by e-transferring to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or mail a cheque to: 2217 Wellington St., Battersea, ON K0H 1H0.

Donations to Inverary can be made by e-transferring to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mailing a cheque to: Box 69 Inverary, ON KOH 1XO. NOTE: Please put Benevolent Fund on memo line.

4. Pick up a gift tag at either Church and buy/wrap a gift for a recipient. Thanks to the Salvation Army who has offered to buy gifts for our 0-12 year olds and Loughborough Christmas & Emergency Relief Committee who has offered to provide gift cards for our 13-17 year olds!

Please have gifts and donations to either church, Battersea United or Inverary United by December 8th. Many Thanks!

• Breakfast with Santa on December 7th 8 -11am.  Bacon, Sausage, eggs and pancakes.  Meet Santa.  Facepainting and crafts for kids.  Later on in the day enjoy the Santa Claus Parade in Battersea at 4:00 pm.  

• Bob’s Breakfast Buffet on Saturday, December 7th. Doors open from 7:00 am until 10:00 am. Scrambled eggs, pancakes, local maple syrup, sausage and bacon. Coffee, tea and juice are served at the table. Set-up is Friday December 6th at 9:00 am. If you have time to volunteer either day email Judy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-545-5017. Many hands lighten the load. A good source of community hours for students.

• Food Bank! Next collection for the Food Bank is on Friday December 13th at the Lion’s Hall from 1 pm to 5 pm. Items on the wish list are pasta, sauces, bread, soup, snacks, cereal, juice, butter, vegetables and meat. All donations are gladly accepted!

• Christmas Market shopping experience at Storrington Lions Club Hall on Saturday, December 14th from 10:00 am. to 3:00 pm.. 34 days till Christmas! More than 30 vendors will be on hand to showcase their crafts and items.  For details, contact Marie at 613-449-4744 .

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

• Storrington Lion’s Club Community Hall! Businesses and individuals - your help is needed. This hall is in constant use for the benefit of the community – now we need to show our appreciation. Repairs are needed on the roof, a new sign is needed to announce events, various areas need improved insulation, an emergency generator would help and an upgrade of the holding tank to a septic system would be beneficial. Storington Lions Club Hall Revitalization Campaign. Check it out on line and view the Sponsorship Menu. All and any donations gratefully accepted.

• Yoga Class every Wednesday at 6:00 pm. 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 6:00 pm and everyone welcome! Admission charge is $2.00.

• Pickleball Courts available at Storrington Lions Club. Call 613-353-6920 to book yours!

• Looking Ahead

• Self-Defence! Thursday evenings at Inverary United Church Hall starting January 9th. Sensei Hamid Nam is a 7th Dan in Karate and a Major in the Canadian Armed forces.  He will be teaching regular Self-Defence and knife-Defence classes using Techniques from Karate, Combat Krav Maga and Aikido. Classes will be for 75 minutes from 0630-0745 pm.  To register or for more info call 613 328-6742 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  All the proceeds will go to Kingston Military Family Resource Centre to help veterans and military families in need.

• Euchre & Chili on January 26th 2-5 pm. at the Storrington Lions Hall. Partner unnecessary.

• 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

Join our life drawing group in the community room at the Sharbot Lake medical clinic every Thursday afternoon beginning November 28th from 1 to 4 pm. All skill levels are welcomed - bring your sketch pad and your choice of materials.  We ask artists to contribute $15 per session to pay for our model.   These are not classes but an opportunity to practice your life drawing skills in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. For details contact Geoff @ 613-812-9428 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Tay Valley Community Choir, under the direction of Rebecca Worden and accompanied by Mary Lou Carroll, have been practicing hard to prepare it's 20th annual Christmas Concert.  The concert will be held on Saturday, December 7 at 2:00 at the Maberly Hall. Admission is by donation and food bank donations are welcome.

Lanark County Genealogical Society Presents…“The Rural Diary Archive”, with guest speaker Catharine Wilson. Saturday, December 7, 1:30 pm. Beckwith Municipal Office, 2022 Beckwith Park Lane, Carleton Place. The Rural Diary Archive website brings together the work of 250 diarists from the year 1790 to 1960 from across Ontario. This presentation explores several Eastern Ontario diaries in the collection, including some from Lanark County. It examines the nature of diary writing, and the ways you can use diaries for your own research. Catharine is the Director of the Rural Diary Archive website, and Founder of the Rural Diary Archive. She grew up in Grenville County where her Loyalist, and Irish ancestors settled, and taught rural history at the University of Guelph after first being inspired by her parents who built a log cabin in their basement for Canada’s Centennial in 1967. This is an in-person event, and no registration is required. Admission is FREE and you don’t have to be a member to attend. This event is open to the public.

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Mississippi

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

OMPAH Community Report for Thursday, Nov. 28th, 2024

At the November Birthday Bash/Potluck we celebrated the birthdays of Stan, Linda and Leane. Our next Birthday Bash/Christmas Potluck is on Dec.18th. We hope you will join us, as we sing Christmas Carols, and enjoy music from the Ompah Choir.

Children’s Christmas Party, Nov. 30th at 1pm at the Ompah Community Centre. We are in need of donations of loaves of sandwiches (egg, ham, cheese, ….) a variety of nut free cookies and squares, and some helpers to help in setting up and looking after the refreshment area during the Children’s party, and also later in the evening when the Santa Claus Parade participants arrive to warm up and enjoy some refreshments after the parade at around 7pm. There is a sign-up sheet posted on the Community Fridge inside the Ompah Community Centre. For more information you can contact Leane at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 613-479-8047.

North Frontenac Santa Claus Parade: Nov. 30th at 6pm. The parade starts at the North Frontenac Township Office at 6pm and makes its way East along the 506/509 and ending at the Ompah Community Centre.

Community Café, Dec. 4th., 11am to 1:30pm at the Ompah Community Centre. The topic is “Service Canada”, and Sylvie Hogan will present on services such as CPP, Old Age Security, GIS, EI, and Canadian Dental Care Plan. Free for seniors 60+. Snacks and social to follow. For information call 613-279-3151, Ext. 201 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Rural Frontenac Community Services.

Dec. 7th, at 2pm. The Tay Valley Choir presents “For the Music in Us – A Festive Mix”. Maberly Hall, 180 Maberly Elphin Road. Admission by donation. You will recognize a few members of the Ompah community singing in the choir.

Ompah Christmas Cookie Exchange, Dec. 14th, 10am to 11am. Bring a dozen(s) of your favourite cookies to exchange with others, while enjoying a chat over tea/coffee/hot chocolate, and a few cookies with fellow cookie bakers.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Big thank you to all those who came, supported and enjoyed the Parham United Church's Turkey Supper on Saturday.  First timers from Inverary, Tamworth, Verona, Westport and Flinton as well as the regular folks from one area had nothing but praise such a delicious meal.  Thanks to all who helped in any way it was greatly appreciated.

The church congregation enjoyed soup luncheon with the leftovers from this supper after their service on Sunday.  There are still just a few cookbooks still available.

The Parham Happy Travellers met last Wednesday for their last meeting of the year.  Election of Officers took place at this meeting. Donations to the Food Bank Free Methodist Church Fire Department and the Rec Committee (District #4) were allotted out.  They are planning on Dec. 18at the Free Methodist Church at 11 and going to the Mandarin in Kingston and would welcome you if you'd care to join us for a luncheon around 12:30.  Wear your Christmas Sweater (info Charlotte Brown at 613-375-6337 Secretary)   

The Christmas Train will be passing through Parham at approximate 8 am on Nov 29 this Friday.

Congratulations to David McCullough on his recent retirement.

Happy Birthda wishes to Nikki Putnam who celebrated with family and friends on the weekend for her special milestone day.

Don't forget the Christmas Vendor Event this Saturday at Parham United Church CE Building from 10 am to 2 pm - Lots of great local vendors on hand for your shopping pleasure.  Join us for lunch - chili or turkey soup and a bake table all sponsored by the District #4 Recreation Committee.

Aren't the Christmas Lights looking fabulous!  Don't forget to register your house for the Central Frontenac Christmas Lights Display contest.  Remember that you must register your house in order to be considered for the contest.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

St. Andrew’s Day Tea & Social - Enjoy Homemade Sweet Treats and Celebrate St. Andrew’s Day on Saturday, November 30th 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Cost is $10 per person. Wear your Tartan (optional) and listen or sing-along to traditional Scottish songs performed by Celtic at Heart in the Perth Road Sunday School Hall.

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

If you are looking for a Frontenac Newspaper in Plevna during this postal strike, they will be available in a red tote outside the front door at the Clar-Mill Community Hall, at the Plevna Library Branch on Tues and Thurs 2-6pm and Fri and Sat 10-1pm. You can also get them at the North of 7 Restaurant and Grocery and the Township office. 

13 people came out to enjoy Euchre last Tuesday night in Plevna. Congratulations to Paul R., who won the high score prize with 89 and Colleen R. won the most lone hands prize with 5, but lucky for me she passed on the prize and I came in second with 4 lone hands and went home with a nice new warm and cool mist humidifier donated by the Overton Garage Sale couple!  Everyone is welcome to the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) on Tuesday nights at 6:50pm (games start at 7). We play 10 games of Euchre and then have some refreshments and visit while the prizes are awarded. You could win something for high score, most lone hands or a consolation prize for low score. There are also share the wealth cash prizes. Lottery License SG1425404. See you Tuesday night!! 

The North Frontenac Santa Claus Parade and Children's Christmas Party is coming up on Sat Nov 30th! Children will be visiting with Santa at the Ompah Community Centre at 1pm There will be refreshments, face painting, crafts, presents and pictures with the Big Guy! Children up to grade 8 are invited to pre-register for a gift. Registration forms are available at local stores and the Plevna Library or by contacting Michelle at 613 318-4039. Everyone is invited to participate in the parade with a float and if you would like to join in the fun, please contact Dillon at 613 650-7746 for more info. The Parade will be starting at 6pm at the North Frontenac Township Office and making its way East on the 506/509 highway ending at the Ompah Community Centre. 

At 1311 Struthadam Road off River Road in Ompah, you can visit Riverhill Farm's wonderfully festive Christmas lights on Sat Nov 30th!! Until Mon Dec 30th we are invited from 5-9pm to drive through and enjoy over 150,000 twinkling lights that they work so hard to put together for us! On Fri, Sat and Sun nights from 5-8pm, they will also be selling mini donuts, refreshments and wagon rides. You will also be able to shop from local craft vendors and artisans for Christmas presents on the weekends too!

The farm has organized two fireworks shows this year to try and control the traffic a little better; Sat Dec 7th and 14th at 7pm are the dates. You are invited to bring lawn chairs to enjoy the show and please remember to dress for the weather. Santa will be also visiting on the firework nights, so make sure and have your lists ready kids! 

The Clar-Mill Community Volunteers invite everybody to a FREE Christmas Turkey Dinner on Mon Dec 9th from 5-7pm at the Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) . A full dinner with refreshments and desserts will be served. Donations are welcomed.

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

Frontenac Folk Club Presents Jenny Whiteley & Joey Wright

This week at Belong Sharbot Lake, (1004 Medical Centre Road), Sup, sip and relax with your neighbours as the nights get longer and the air chills.

Please phone (613) 279-8646 to make your dinner reservation before the show! These are pipin' hot tickets folks, so don't sleep on it. Music starts at 8pm! Please email Jonas and Caylie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any questions you have regarding the event.

This week’s highlighted “weekly” happening!

Sometimes the special and one-off events that we publicize can overshadow the regularly scheduled weekly happenings in Sharbot Lake.  So, we will begin to highlight one each week.

Did you know that there is Bingo happening each week at Soldiers Memorial (OSO)Hall?

Doors open at 5:30pm; Bingo starts at 6:45pm

Canteen available

All monies raised is donated back to the community.

We’re just one week away from The Festival of Trees!!

The annual “Festival of Trees” begins Thursday, Dec 5 to Saturday, Dec 7 at OSO Hall.

This year the event will Kick off with a special GALA (At OSO Hall) on the evening of Thursday, Dec 5.  (Admission for Thursday is by advanced ticket purchase only –tickets available at the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy and OSO Hall).  Friday and Saturday, the event will continue with doors open 1-8 and 10-4 (respectively).  The perfect way to kick off ”The Season” and to get into the Holiday spirit.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Tis the season to be jolly... Sydenham is kicking off the holiday spirit this weekend.

Sydenham & District Lions Club in collaboration with South Frontenac Township, invite you to join us on Friday Nov 29th 2024 for our Annual Community Tree Lighting Event, held at the South Frontenac Township hall ~ parking lot in Sydenham Village 4432 George St, 6:00 pm – 7:00pm. As this is an Outdoor event, ~ remember to dress warm!

Enjoy the festive Tree all lit up, while listening to Christmas music by Special guests from St.Pauls Anglican Church, but , do bring your singing voices to join in the fun! Not to forget to mention of course, delicious Hot Coco sponsored by Sydenham & District Lions Club, and prepared by our friends here at Lenny’s Deli!

He's making his list, checking it twice! The Sydenham Santa Parade will take place Saturday, November 30. The entries will leave from the Sydenham Fire Hall at 11 am and will return to the Fire Hall at approximately 12 pm. The community is welcome to stay at the Fire Hall afterwards for hot beverages, face painting and visits with Santa.

The Ladies Auxiliary is hosting their annual craft and bake sale Saturday in the upstairs hall at the Legion. Upstairs entrance. From 9-2 pm. Get your gifts for your loved ones from one of the many talented crafter and vendors

Oh Christmas Tree.. Oh Christmas tree.. have you heard the word. Trousdale's Foodland has beautiful trees for sale. $54.99.

What never ceases to amaze me is how awesome our village is. We've got so many local options for your gift needs. Visit one of the many stores to fulfill your wish list

Sydenham!! The peanut butter challenge is on... last year our awesome Harrowsmith neighbours proved to be nuttier than us and collected more peanut butter. Let's show them. Get your donation in today. Sydenham One Stop has a drop box, Home Hardware, Thrift Addicts, and K9 Solutions across from Lenny's Deli. Let's get nutty.. our foodbank needs peanut butter. So this year let's go nuts. Donate your peanut butter, jam, nut free spreads. Last year we were able to help them provide peanut butter until mid summer.

Looking to ring in the New Year? Southern Ale will be performing at the Sydenham Legion. Tickets are $25 per person and available at the One Stop and downstairs at the bar. Tickets are limited so don't delay. We're going to ring in the new year in style. Party favour's will be provided, a light buffet, and champagne toast at midnight.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

BellRock Hall invites you to a Pulled Pork Dinner on Saturday, November 30 at 5 pm.  Enjoy a hearty meal of pork on a bun, baked potatoes, coleslaw and dessert.  Vegetarian option available. Live music by Mellow Lily. Beer and wine available. Tickets $20 Contact Kaye at 613 484 5977 or at the door (limited available).

The Frontenac Women's Chorus is proud to present their Christmas concert, "Dreaming of Home"- a magical night of song to warm your Christmas season!  7 pm on Saturday, November 30th, at the Verona Free Methodist Church, 6804 Road 38. Special guest is oboist Anke Carrington. Admission is by donation plus an item for the food bank.

The Frontenac Farmers Holiday Market will be held Saturday December 7 from 3 to 7 pm. There will be vendors. live music, free family holiday photo booth, on site food and a beer garden. Centennial park, Harrowsmith

Style Revival Clothing Center will be open Saturdays, December 7 and 21, from 10 am to 1 pm. Style Revival provides gently used clothing, free of charge. They are also open every Wednesday. Location at the Verona Free Methodist Church.

TRINITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT:  The annual Christmas concert will be held on Friday December 13th at 7:30 pm.  Special guests are the Frontenac Youth Choir. Trinity United Church

Community Breakfast will be held December 14 from 8:30 to 11 am. at the Verona Lions Center. Cost by donation. All  proceeds go to the Sydenham high school track and field team.

Frontenac Christmas Bird Count: Saturday, December 14 Everyone can celebrate birds and contribute to citizen science as the Frontenac Christmas Bird Count celebrates its tenth anniversary. Sign up to count birds at your own feeder or be a part of a survey team throughout the day, or bring your kids to the Christmas Bird Count for Kids event from 1-3 pm at the Sydenham Legion Hall, 4376 William Street. Kids and families will learn how to identify common winter birds, enjoy interactive activities suitable for all ages, and then head outside for a short 30-minute guided walk on gentle terrain to look for birds to count. Warm up after with hot chocolate and share stories and fun facts about birds. Dress warmly and bring binoculars if you have them.  To register for the main count or Kids CBC, email Carolyn Bonta / Michael Johnson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 613-531-4578. Co-hosted by Kingston Field Naturalists and The Friends of Frontenac Park and sponsored by South Frontenac Township.

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