Community Columns - July 28th, 2022

Jul 27, 2022

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
• Verona

Arden
by Wanda Harrison

The Arden Seniors meets the First Tuesday of each Month   at the Kennebec community Centre, 11:00 am.  If you are new to the area and are 50+ you may have found the group for you.  Come out in August and get your feet wet!!

With the long weekend looming, it’s time to plan where you plan to take your guests first.  Gallery on the Bay, Arden  Pottery or Arden Batik?  Each studio will feature guests arts so there will be lots to see.  This is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping by purchasing a “one of the kinds” gift for your friend. There will be door prizes as well, so get a first-hand glimpse of our local artisans.

Friday August 5 is just around the corner and so is the Arden Pastoral Chagres’s “Art Day” register at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-335-2474.

Coffee and Conversations at 10am is on going.

Sharbot Lake and District Lions is hosting another of their famous “All you can Eat Breakfast|” Saturday August 6, at the Oso Hall, 8am to 11am.  Proceeds will benefit Youth Activities.

Kindness is loaning someone your strength instead of reminding them of their weakness.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

On July 17^th my family suffered a devastating loss as my brother, John (JJ) passed away. We would like to extend our appreciation for the kind words, care packages, visits, and everything else we have received. This community has been a real support during this difficult time. One thing JJ and I have always bonded over was very stupid, dry, lame jokes and puns. He would frequently send me memes and one-liners saying that they always reminded him of me. Now, more than ever, they will be a gentle and warm reminder of him. If you read my column, you’ll notice I try and put a joke in the end when space permits. This week’s joke is from JJ … I’ve started telling everyone about the benefits of eating dried grapes. It's all about raisin awareness.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

News about this year’s Mazinaw Swim Program: “Our swim-a-thon announcement has been delayed due to overwhelming success!! Money is still trickling in, but currently we are over $17,000 … well over our goal of $10,000! Thanks to our families and supporters, we are truly humbled by the generosity. Thanks!!!”

News from Stephanie at Finnegan’s “I can’t believe school starts in 6 weeks.  Do you have a child returning to school who needs supplies? I’d like to help.  Next week, we will be doing scoops for school. Money raised will be used to purchase school supplies and then given away to families in need. Confidentially of course. I’d like to make up 10 back packs with the basics. Come on in for a cone and your money will go to this directly.

The Flinton Public Library is hosting a Book and Bake sale on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 9am to 12noon. There will be a lemonade stand as well as a few yard sale items. All proceeds from the sale will help support the library.

The next St. Kilian’s Church bake sale is July 30, 2022.

The Flinton Jamboree is back! Come out from July 29, 2022 to July 31, 2022.

Everyone is invited to be a vendor at the Flinton Jamboree Vendors Marker.

July 29 & 30 12-4 you can do one or both days. Bring your own displays.it is being held in the covered rink and is open to the public. The cost is 10% of your sales to the Flinton Community Jamboree Committee. Contact Betty Hunter613-483-3297

The Denbigh Diner’s Club will be serving up a deli cold plate and salad on August 8, 2022 at the Denbigh Hall for a cost of $10.00. Please RSVP Shelby at 613-336-8934 ext. 229

The Garden Club invites you to come out to the Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne on August 10 at 7pm to hear Susan & Brian Nilsson speak about Monarch Butterflies, how to help protect and encourage these beautiful insects.  This meeting will include a Show & Tell.  All are welcome.
The next Flinton’s Diner’s Club is on August 1612noon to 1pm. You will be feasting on lasagna. Please RSVP by August 8; call Shelby at 613-336-8934 ext. 229 A minimum of 15 people is needed.

The North Addington Soccer Association is looking for student volunteers on Thursdays between 5:30pm and 6:30pm beginning August 18 and running until October 6.

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

We are in the two busiest weeks of summer, with many people on vacation or taking some time to relax or visit with family or friends.   We wish everyone a relaxing and safe summer vacation, and to take some time to enjoy the natural beauty of our area.

It is peaches time again, and local Pastor Jon is making his annual trip to Niagara to bring fresh peaches to our area as a fund raiser for The United Church Golden Lake Kids Camp.   This year the peaches are $8a Basket or $42 for a 24 Litre box.   We will be taking orders until Saturday August 7.  Pick up will be at Heritage Park in Denbigh on Friday August 12 from 9am. to 10am.   That same morning, the Denbigh Recreation Committee will also be serving breakfast, drinks and treats for a donation to the camp.  To order peaches, please call Gail 613-333-2224 (leave your name and phone message and phone number if no answer), or send an email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can drop by Glaeser’s General Store and place your order with Karen.

Sandy Downs in Griffith is also taking orders for the Griffith/Matawatchan area and pick up is Friday August 12 at The Denbigh Griffith Lions Hall.  Please call Sandy at 613-333-1932.

Enjoy the summer!   Stay safe and travel safe.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

R-Banned will have a floating music performance on July 30th, starting at 1 PM on Howes Lake. This unique musical event will entertain lakeside homes and followers, until 4:30 PM and is free for everyone. Grab a kayak, canoe, paddle board, or boat, and join the flotilla as it cruises along the waterfront.  No boat? then head to the shores where you can dance and enjoy the festivities! For more information on the band text 613-770-7566. 

Archie's Place (Crow Lake Schoolhouse) at 1867 Crow Lake Rd will host a Vendor Fair on July 30th, from 9 AM -4 PM. Beverages and snacks will be available to purchase on-site. Contact 770-402-3973 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.

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Harlowe
Marie White

Harlowe Hall Open Mic. August 13 from 1pm 5pm. There will be snacks, but no meal. Admission is $5,$2 for entertainers. Please don’t forget your masks.

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

Congratulations to Brenda Taylor on her new role as President of the Rebekah Assembly of Ontario.  She has been a member for fifty-four (54) years and has progressively taken on more responsibility since 2019.  Brenda is also a member of the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee. 

Thank you, Sarah, for the lovely flower display in front of Wilton Creek Fabrics. You always do such nice decorating.

Looking forward to seeing what replaces the former GINO's restaurant at 4937 on Hwy 38 on the main street.  Does anyone know?

Municipal Council and School Board elections are scheduled for Monday, October 24.  The nomination will end on Friday, August 19 at 4pm.  The Voter's List will be prepared on September 1.  If you want to add, remove or change your listed information you must do so by September 1 by contacting your Municipal Clerk.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Jim Conner of Henderson who died this past week. Jim will be remembered as a loving Christian family man, devotion to spouse Trudy, and helpfulness in the community.

The United Churches of Arden, Henderson and Mountain Grove are hosting a Fri Aug. 5 youth craft night from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Please contact student clergy Kaitlyn Ostrander (613-335-2474) for more exciting details.

Folks are looking forward to this weekend of July 30, 31 and August 1 when the Arden Artisans host an Open Studio event. This will be a fun time to see the artisan’s studios and to do some early Christmas shopping.

Spouse and I attended the new Elvis movie in Napanee and got all shook up on the weekend.

My word the summer is flying by and all’s well in Henderson.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Next Food Bank Drive will be on August 18^th!  For this Drive the drop off spot will be at Inverary United Church.  Everything collected will go to Battersea United Church Food Bank for distribution.  The need exists.  Please consider what you can share.  Drop off between 1 & 5 pm – hope to see you there and be sure to say hello!

Joint Worship Services Sunday July 31 until August 7th Congregations of Inverary and Battersea United Churches will worship together at Battersea United Church at 9:15 am. August 14^th the Joint Services begin at Inverary United Church at 11:15 am.

Save Your Pop Tabs! and give them to the Storrington Lions Club. Drop them off at the Lions Club Hall in Sunbury. Your donation will help the Lions support the training of guide dogs for Canadians in need.

Vendors Wanted!  Register now for the Inverary Fall Market to be held on September 10^th in Ken Garrett Memorial Park.  Over 100 vendors have registered and still room for more!  The list is updated daily on the facebook event page at  https://fb.me/e/494ElFqJT  Call Marie at 613-449-4744 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to book a spot!

LED Ball Diamond Lights Campaign! The lights are in! on Diamonds A & B at Ken Garrett Memorial Park.  Your support is needed and greatly appreciated. Thank You to those dropping off LCBO returnables at Mrs. Garrett's Bake Shop.  Also a big thank you to the Loyalist Umpires for their cash donation to our campaign.

Free Zumba classes! Instructors host a class every Wednesday at 5:30 pm in the parking lot of Glenburnie United Church. All you need is a pair of old running shoes, water and towel - you’re good to go!

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

No column; check back next week!

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

The Community Centre has been busy the last couple of weekends with Annual General Meetings.  The Canonto Lake and Palmerston Lake Associations both held their AGM's with interesting Lake Stewardship reports.  Both lakes are in good shape, though it is important to be vigilant for invasive species.  Eurasian Water Milfoil is present in both lakes.  To help control the weed, you can dig it up by the roots, collect any pieces floating on the lake and put it way up on the shore and don't boat through the weed beds.  Small pieces will float down the lake, sink and grow a new plant in short order.  Washing boats before leaving or entering the lake prevents importing invasive species.

The Ompah Community Centre Association acclaimed Patty Bradshaw, Laurie Labrash and Janice Arthur who joined Katie Worden and Marily Seitz on the Executive.  Various committees presented short reports as very little happened in the last two year due to Covid restrictions. Recently quite a few people have been asking for more events so the Events Committee had made some plans - tentatively depending on Covid restrictions.  The Birthday Bash Pot Luck Community Dinner was held last week.  A small group shared good food and lots of laughs.  Hazel Cash celebrated her birthday by blowing out the candle on a cupcake then it was decided to celebrate everyone's birthday with cupcakes and candles. The next bash will be held on Aug. 17.  Stay tuned for more events coming up in August.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

Congratulations to the U13 Parham team for coming in 2nd at their year end tournament this past weekend.  As well as congratulations for a great season to the Mountain Grove, Parham and Sharbot Lake Grasshoppers.  Thank you to the parents, coaches, family, friends and most of all the kids for a wonderful season.  See you next year.

This week you can see the U19 team play at Parham on Thursday at 7 pm ... then come on out Sunday for Junior Men who will be playing 2 games starting at 5:30 in Parham.  The following week the Junior Mens are at Parham at 8:30.

Be sure to come out and join the Lions Club for their all you can eat Breakfast on Saturday August from 8am to 11am at the OSO township Hall in Sharbot Lake.  The proceeds from this will go towards Youth Activities.  Adults are $10 Children $6.  Help support this local organization give back to different projects.  You may also want to join this club either as an adult or their youth group.

Parham had a recent visitor walking down the road by Bob Lowery's home.  This wee young fawn was a little wobbly on its legs but made it to the safety of the Goodfellow hay field hopefully to reconnect with its mom

Honey crop is looking pretty good this year so far, thankfully for the rain and hot weather.  Fresh honey will be available soon.

Thinking of all the places that could use some rain fall due to the fires also to those who don't need the rain but the sun.

Saturday July 30, come on down to Archie's Place (Old Crow Lake School House) for a vendor fair from 10 to 2 pm - lots of great items will be on hand.

The exercise class has enjoyed Melody Cooke's bounteous garden as she brings us over freshly picked washed and bagged radishes.  Thank you Mel.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

The Giant Pie Sale at the Perth Road Sunday School Hall was a huge success with 146 pies sold. Thanks to all who baked pies and helped at the hall.

August 14 – Perth Road United Church Anniversary Service, 10:00 am, followed by luncheon and social time in the Perth Road Sunday School Hall.

The Leland Helping Hand. We are looking for new members, please contact Peggy Newport at 613-353-2635.

Perth Road Crafters continue to meet every Wednesday: 9:30 am – 11:30 am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. Come and learn how to braid rugs. Cost is $2. If you’re a first timer? Check us out for free, please contact Cheryl Bird 613-353-7303.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

If you happen to be driving by the Plevna Liquor store today, Thursday July 28th. Give a couple of big birthday honks to our lovely Manager Chrissy! I believe she will be celebrating 29 again!! 

St. Kilian's Church will be hosting their next delicious bake sale this Saturday July 30th at 5984 Ardoch Road form 10am to 1pm! As always there will be a large variety of bake goods available and it is always recommended to arrive early for the best selection!! For more information you can call 613 479-0070 or facebook message them! St. Kilian's Church would like to Thank you in advance for your support!!

You are invited to the First Annual Ompah Soul Festival Saturday August 6th from 10am to 11pm at Kismet Farms 9055 hwy 509 in North Frontenac! There will be yoga, ecstatic dance, community drum circle, meditation and rest areas, a vendor village from 10-5, a kid zone with games, activities, face painting and more! A live performance with Lynn Hansen will finish the fun day off at 8pm! You can purchase a half day ticket or a full day ticket and overnight camping options are available. For tickets and more information, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

August is Book Club Month in Plevna and I have ordered the suspense treasure The Suspect by Fiona Barton. When two 18-year old girls go missing in Thailand, their families are thrust into the International spotlight: desperate and frantic with worry. Journalist Kate Waters, who can't help thinking about her own son who disappeared two years ago, is out to discover the truth. I will have 9 copies available to share! If you are interested, please contact me to arrange lending you one to enjoy!! 

Our Community Fish of the week may not be the biggest, but it certainly is one of the cutest! Congrats to the young and mighty 6 year-old Mr. Weston Laraman!! (Youngest Grandson of Cindy Mclean and Donald Weston) He caught his very first fish with the help of his Grandpa at the boat launch on Brule Lake this month! Let the fishing fever begin!!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

Well. What a toll it has been, covid, lockdowns etc but this is one toll we can be happy about ,  our Sydenham & District Lions Club will be having their Annual  road toll,   Saturday July 30th from 9am to 1pm at the Wheatly / George  street intersection.   Help support the Lions, loose change and even some  money in bills we will gladly take. “We got this Sydenham … let’s fill their containers and share some smiles as we travel through our glorious village.

As we approach another long weekend of the summer, be mindful to those around you, the speeds at which some cars yet again are blasting through our village are disturbing to say the least.
Bingo!   The Knights of Columbus bingos are back, normally first Monday of the month, the next one is Monday August 8th and There are 12 regular games with $25 prizes and 3 share the wealth games. Early bird games start at 6:50pm. Grab those daubbers and Join in the fun.

Our local foodbank could use some help, Some of the staples we include for every food hamper include pasta and sauce, and our supplies are running low! Of course, anything you can donate will be appreciated, as these are tough times for a lot of seniors and families in South Frontenac. Drop off donations at the foodbank as well as at your neighbourhood Foodland, or Sydenham Drugsmart Pharmacy. Thanks for helping us help others!

It’s been so hot. Even our local cows are producing evaporated milk.  What have you all been doing to stay cool during this heat.

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

The Bellrock Hall committee is reporting that the hall has been repainted. There are new picnic tables and a new deck for outdoor entertaining.  The community garden is flourishing and they are very keen to take bookings. Phone Celine at

613-483-8270 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for bookings.

Drive-In Movie Night this Friday, July 29. This event is hosted by the Verona Free Methodist Church and will be held in the parking lot. The movie will be The Grace Card.  Free admission. all welcome, donations accepted. The canteen will open at 8 pm and the movie starts at 8:45 pm. Style Revival will be opening at 8:15 pm during canteen time before the Drive-In Movies all summer long. In case of rain, the movie will be held indoors.

Art in the Saw Mill will be held in the Saw Mill on Saturday and Sunday, July 30 and July 31 from 12 pm to 4 pm.  Location is  6037B Verona St., Verona.

Sydenham Women's Institute are holding a bake sale fundraiser on Saturday, July 30. This fundraiser will be held at the Verona Vendor Village and Market. The Verona Vendor Village and Market will have lots of veggies ready for picking this Saturday and vegetable garden planters ready for your deck and patio plus the wares of 14 vendors.  4309 Maple Dr.

The 26th Annual Verona Car Show will be held at the Verona Lions Center on Sunday, August 7 from 8 am to 3 pm (rain or shine). There will be 26 vehicle classes judged and awarded prizes.

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