Community Columns - February 17, 2022

Feb 16, 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
• Mountain Grove
• Ompah
• Parham-Tichborne
• Perth Road
• Plevna
• Sydenham
• Verona

Arden
by Wanda Harrison

With the Winter Olympics mostly over, has your house been overtaken by speed skating, skiing and more hockey than normal?  Most households seem divided, as is ours.  Can’t wait til February 20.

On February 20, Canada’s Family Day weekend, there will be a Family Fun Day at 1:00pm with sledding and a camp fire.  Call or email RSVP 613-335-2474 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  The event will be held at the Matson Farm.

On Friday, February 25, the Arden Pastoral Charge will be hosting a Movie Night.  The feature film will be Harriet, honouring Black History Month.  Spaces are limited so RSVP Kaitlyn at the above contact numbers.  There will be a Zoom presentation if you prefer not to personally attend.

Arden Church service and Coffee and Conversation continue on Zoom.

Be the reason someone believes in the goodness of people.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

Looking for locally sourced meat? Call or text Brody for fresh chicken and pork! Brody can be reached at 343-364-7479.

Phone From Home - Story Sharing – Feb 22^nd, 2:00 to 3:00pm. Join in the conversation as published local author, Dalia Gesser, reads stories about family, animals, and people in the community, and be inspired to share your own memories and anecdotes. To register for this FREE program, call 613.548.7810 ext 238. Phone From Home is provided by the Seniors Association Kingston Region and supported by YourTV. More topics at SeniorsKingston.ca/ProgramsAtHome

South Frontenac’s Music in the Park – The first event of the series went very well! Join us for the next two events. They will be from 1:00pm – 3:00pm on February 26th at The Point Park featuring Chris Murphy and March 12th at Gilmour Point Park featuring Jordy Jackson. There will be a few other family-oriented activities and hot beverages for sale. Families are encouraged to bundle-up, bring their lawn chairs, and enjoy the winter weather in our parks! COVID-19 pending/ safety protocols in place. Volunteers are wanted! For more information and to get involved, visit www.SouthFrontenac.net/music or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

South Frontenac Family Day – Hosted once again at the Frontenac Community Arena on February 21st from 11:00am – 3:00pm, this modified event will be a comeback of some favourites and introduce some new activities. There will not be a free BBQ as done in the past, but we are looking forward to snowtubing and other snow activities, free skating and more. COVID-19 pending/ safety protocols in place. Volunteers are wanted! For more information and to get involved visit www.southfrontenac.net/familyday/ or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

What do you call twelve rabbits hopping backwards through the snow together? A receding hare line.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

Congratulations to our community’s young entrepreneurs, the Sproule children. They received a citation award from MP Shelby Kramp for their business “Klondike Kindling”. They sell kindling wood to local businesses. Thank you to Stephanie from Finnegan’s General Store for nominating them.

Friends of Bon Echo Park has two available positions at Greystones Gift Shop and Café; Assistant Store Manager and Store Clerk. Check out Career Edge Lennox and Addington for more information.

LARC will be having their traditional EarlyON playgroup on Wednesdays (9:30am to 1:00pm) and a physical activity-based playgroup called "Busy Feet" on Fridays (9:30am to 12:00pm) at the Lions Community Hall in Northbrook. They will have their Cloyne Infant/Toddler Playgroup at the North Addington Childcare Centre from 9:30am to 12:00pm. All groups are free to attend, they just require families to sign up at www.picktime.com/LARC to join as there is a capacity limit for the programs. For more information please call Morgan at 613-336-0125.

The Annual Land O’Lakes Ice fishing Derby has arrived. Fish on any of the lakes on February 20, 2022. Weigh in is at Myers Cave Resort at 5:00pm, followed by prize distribution, 50/50 tickets and a bun meal at Hunter’s Golf Course. Total prizes worth more than $2, 000.00. For more information, call 613-336-2587 or 343-889-2977. Last day for registration is February 19, 2022 at 2:00pm. Entry fee is $20.00 with children under 12 years of age and under free.

Hurrah, Addison’s Restaurant is opening! Come in on Thursday from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 11:00am to 7:00pm and Sunday from 9:30am to 3:00pm.

SAVE THE DATE; Saturday April 2,2022 the Spring Market Extravaganza is back from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lions Community Hall in Northbrook! Spring is in the air! Get in a little bit of local shopping just in time for Easter. If you want to be a vendor please contact Maude at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Proof of vaccination is required. Covid protocols in places as per KFLA Public Health guidelines.

Have a renovation project in mind? Reach out to Highlands Development in Kaladar. Owners John Todds & Jamie Uson specialize in interior & exterior finishing work, with a specific focus on drywall mudding, tiling, decks and gazebos.

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

Playgroup is back!  EarlyOn Playgroups are open in Cloyne(Infant/Toddler) at the North Addington Child Care Centre on Tuesdays 9:30 to noon.  There are two days for Playgroup during the week in Northbrook at the Lions Club Hall, Wednesdays 9:30am to 1pm and Fridays 9:30 to noon.  Go to picktime.com to book your time - spaces are limited. For more information, contact Morgan at 613 336 0125.

Skating at the Denbigh rink is open every day except for scheduled hockey nights. Hockey nights are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 6:30pm to 9pm(approximately); Sundays 4 to 9pm(approximately).  Maximum number on the ice is 25.  The rink building is not open, however, there is a bench beside the building where you can lace up your skates.  Lights will be on until 9pm, as long as the ice surface is suitable.  Visit addingtonhighlands.ca or Denbigh Rink page on Facebook for updates.  Get skating while you can!

Addington Highlands Public Library now has E-Books, Audio Books, Magazines and Videos.  All you need is an AHPL Card!  Visit odmc.overdrive.com.  You can also follow the link on addingtonhighlandspubliclibrary.ca.

The Denbigh Community Food Bank upcoming dates are February 22nd, March 8th and 22nd.  Please call Gail at 613-333-2224 for pick up.  The Food Bank is open the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 11am.  The Food Bank serves the communities of Denbigh, Vennachar, Griffith and Matawatchan.

The days are getting longer and it's just a few weeks away until we "spring forward"; it will be here before you know it!  Daylight savings time will begin on Sunday, March 13th.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Well, we made it through January and are easing our way through February quite nicely.  Maybe it's time to start planning a 'staycation' to support our local economy and give it a much-needed boost as we emerge from the lockdowns, again.  Here is a little reminder for those wanting an overnight stay, you can get a break from the government within Ontario:

"Ontarians can get some money back if they choose to travel within the province thanks to Ontario’s 2022 Staycation Tax Credit. The Personal Income Tax (PIT) credit will provide Ontario residents with the support of 20% of eligible accommodation expenses of up to $1,000 for an individual and $2,000 for a family, for a maximum credit of $200 or $400, respectively."

This week in history: on February 15th, 1965 was when Canada's new red and white maple leaf flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

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Harlowe
Marie White

George and I want to thank our relatives, friends, and neighbours from far and near, for the phone calls, prayers and cards of kindness at this sad time. It sure is appreciated.

Thanks to the ambulance guys for taking George to the hospital at Tuesday and me on Saturday. They have made many trips to the Napanee hospital for Lee-Anne, as well. Great service.

On the other hand, good news! Ron Kern had surgery on his hip to have cancer removed.  He is healing really well now, and is back to eating good food again.

Happy Valentine’s Day to you.

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

No column; check back next week!

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Henderson
Jean Brown

The Sat. Feb. 26 fishing challenge at Pinnacle Point announces their weigh in time of 5:00pm. We surely thank the organizers, Megan Dillon and Darren Ross, who can be contacted at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details. Also, everyone is reminded they enter the contest at their own risk and the organizers are not responsible for any damages or difficulties incurred at the fishing event. It’s going to be super duper.

Our Pine Meadow people are hosting their own Winter Olympics by keeping a daily count of our Canadian medals, along with a few other countries, too. Residents have been watching many of the competitions on television, as well as competing in some of their own sports. They had a blast playing Olympic Noodle Hockey and are having some fun times.

We’re all excitedly waiting for maple syrup season to start and find the increasing daylight hours to be re-assuring. Not so re-assuring is how to fit into a bathing suit this summer!!

What do you think of the number of Councilors on our Township Council, folks? Are you in favour of reducing our Municipal Council size from 9 members to 5 members? At the Council meeting of Feb. 22, the Council will bring forward a by-law to submit this question on the next municipal ballot. I appreciate all the Councilors do on our behalf and our own Councilor, Cindy Kelsey, is super duper. I truly feel that we must stick to the current 9 members and not reduce. That is because our Councilors are run off their feet and we appreciate them and we need as many councilors and help as possible. So, perhaps keeping that question off the ballot would be to our advantage. Give your Councilor a telephone tinkle about this, folks. Alternatively, if all of us north of Highway 7 could join in with North Frontenac Township and take Cindy Kelsey with us, that would be fantastic. The taxes are lower in North Frontenac and there are many more small towns like ours, so we can identify and all benefit in North Frontenac where the taxes are significantly lower! Other opinions are welcome!!

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Thank you to all who supported the Storrington Lion's Club Ham Supper!

Family Day - February 21!  Make the day special with family, neighbours and friends.  Remember that garbage and recycling will move one day later this week from your usual day.

Pilates on Mondays at 6:15pm & Yoga on Wednesdays at 6:00pm Inverary United Church Hall.  View the schedule and register at www.nomadyogini.ca or call 613 453 4195 

Martial Arts classes at Inverary United Church hall on Thursday evenings will resume on Thursday, February 17^th.  For more info, call or text Hamid Nam at 613-328-6742 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Robins are here!  Shirley O'Neil had a flock of nine drop in at her place.  Spring is on the way!

Looking ahead at the weather, there will be a couple of days where we will be teased that spring is coming. However, ice fishing is good for a while yet!

Ice huts have varying dates for removal from lakes.  This does end the ice fishing but does get the huts off the lakes before the thaw.  Check with Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary for your zone.  Ontario is divided into 20 FMZs – Fisheries Management Zones.  I think our region falls into Zone 20 which is one of the larger zones and ice huts need to be removed by March 15^th.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

Tay Valley Township Recognizes the Late Paul McShane - Paul McShane was Tay Valley’s longest serving employee, dedicating 43 years of service at the Stanleyville Waste Site/Transfer Station.  He was very well known in the community and the residents of Tay Valley Township thought very highly of him. In memory of Paul, an unveiling plaque ceremony was held on December 16th, 2021, at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, with his wife and two of his daughters in attendance. Residents can view the plaque at the Stanleyville Waste Site, 1200 Stanleyville Road.

Are you taking care of a loved one with a life limiting illness? Practical Caregiver Training is a free 5-week virtual workshop series of practical training to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for. This training is for unpaid caregivers and is offered on Tuesdays 9-11am OR 6-8pm, March 1– Match 29, 2022. This course is offered virtually by Zoom. To register or for more info, send an email to Anne at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Mountain Grove
Marilyn Meeks

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

Sad news in Ompah.  Christine Gulyas passed away just before Christmas. I just heard about Christine's passing and I apologize for this late notice.  Our sincere condolences to Denny and the rest of the family.

I don't know about you, but I have been glued to the TV watching the Olympics.  It's wonderful watching our athletes proudly waving our flag and representing Canada so well on the world's stage.

As I write this column, I'm preparing to watch the Super Bowl - another big extravaganza.  Since my team was knocked out (drat), I don't have a favorite.  Good luck to both teams.

Just a reminder to save Saturday, March 5 for the outdoor dance party in the Community Centre parking lot from 4:00 to 5:30. We've all worked hard to protect each other and it's time for a little fun.  Come on out and join in the fun by dancing or hanging out.  Refreshments will be available.  Distancing is requested. Parking is available at the rest stop across the road.  There is no fee, but donations to the Community Centre are welcome.

A friend and I were in Kingston the other day for an appointment.  I was struck by the many, many, MANY trucks and drivers on the roads doing their job delivering goods to maintain our communities.  Thank you.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

No column; check back next week!

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

In-person services are continuing in 2022: Sundays at 10am, 5614 Perth Road Crescent. All COVID restrictions/protocols remain in place.

At present, we are going through the search process to hire a new minister but will continue with Supply/Lay Ministers or personnel until a suitable candidate is found.

Birthday wISHES to those who have birthdays this week.

PERTH ROAD STORE TO CLOSE

From Fay and Rob Wilson, Saturday, February 12, 2022

It is bittersweet to announce the store has been sold.  We will be moving onto the next chapter in our life.  The store will remain open for business until Monday, February 28, 2022.

We would like to thank the community for your support, friendship, and kindness we have experienced over the past 12 years.  We have developed many great friendships over the years and treasure each one.

Our plan is to not disappear but to continue and possibly expand “The Perth Road Community Sharing Centre”, in support of the community.  Unfortunately, at this time we will not be continuing with the used clothing portion of the Sharing Centre.

We are thankful and truly feel blessed to be a part of this community and look forward to what unfolds ahead of us.

We will be keeping the store email and phone number for the time being, if you would like to keep in touch, feel free to contact us via email or phone.

Thank you & take care ,Rob & Faye.

Perth Road Store, 5504 Perth Road Crescent, Box 1049, Perth Road, ON. K0H 2L0

Tel: 613.353.6234. Store hrs. Monday – Friday: 6:00am - 6:00pm.  Saturday - 8:00am-5:00pm

Sunday – Closed

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

I was very saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Andy White last week, on Saturday, Feb 5th. Deepest sympathies to his wife, Linda, and Mom, LeeAnna, and to all of their family and friends. Our community will certainly miss him. A celebration of life was held on Feb 11^th and there will be a burial of ashes taking place at a later date. Friends desiring to contribute to Andy’s memory are welcome to do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneral center.com.

Did you know you can log on to Linkedin Learning with your library card at www.kfpl.ca and explore hundreds of free topics that will benefit your career, your hobbies and your life? It is one of the many amazing benefits that you can enjoy with your library card!

Winter Olympics are well underway at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home! The residents keep a daily count of our Canadian medals, along with a few other countries, too. They have been watching many of the competitions on tv, as well as competing in some of their own sports!

If you are looking for ground beef, you need to look no further! Ross Ranch is offering a grand special right now!! When you buy 10 lbs of lean ground beef, you get one for free! It costs $5 a pound and is Plevna Farm Raised! It comes wrapped in one-pound packages and is inspected and professionally butchered!! You can call 613 305-4692.

The Township of North Frontenac bid farewell to their CBO, Dan Halladay, last week. Good luck to Dan in his new job.

One of my favourite fundraisers is happening right now!! Order your Little Caesars pizza kits at Clarendon Central School right now. Please contact Cheryl to put you in touch with somebody to take your order at 613 479-2264. I think the deadline is coming up this Friday, Feb 18^th and I highly recommend the Italian cheese bread kits, YUM!!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

I was very saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Andy White last week, on Saturday, Feb 5th. Deepest sympathies to his wife, Linda, and Mom, LeeAnna, and to all of their family and friends. Our community will certainly miss him. A celebration of life was held on Feb 11^th and there will be a burial of ashes taking place at a later date. Friends desiring to contribute to Andy’s memory are welcome to do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneral center.com.

Did you know you can log on to Linkedin Learning with your library card at www.kfpl.ca and explore hundreds of free topics that will benefit your career, your hobbies and your life? It is one of the many amazing benefits that you can enjoy with your library card!

Winter Olympics are well underway at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home! The residents keep a daily count of our Canadian medals, along with a few other countries, too. They have been watching many of the competitions on tv, as well as competing in some of their own sports!

If you are looking for ground beef, you need to look no further! Ross Ranch is offering a grand special right now!! When you buy 10 lbs of lean ground beef, you get one for free! It costs $5 a pound and is Plevna Farm Raised! It comes wrapped in one-pound packages and is inspected and professionally butchered!! You can call 613 305-4692.

The Township of North Frontenac bid farewell to their CBO, Dan Halladay, last week. Good luck to Dan in his new job.

One of my favourite fundraisers is happening right now!! Order your Little Caesars pizza kits at Clarendon Central School right now. Please contact Cheryl to put you in touch with somebody to take your order at 613 479-2264. I think the deadline is coming up this Friday, Feb 18^th and I highly recommend the Italian cheese bread kits, YUM!!

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Style Revival is having its first Saturday opening on Saturday, February 26 from 10am to 1pm. It will still be open as usual Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages. The number of Saturdays they will be open will depend on the public's response.

'Introduction to Pickleball' is now being offered at the Verona Lions Hall, indoors. 2-hour Introductory Session to start and beginner sessions then offered weekly. Equipment provided. Call Kelli at 613-374-5662 for more details.

South Frontenac Family Day event will be held on Monday, February 21 at Frontenac Community Arena at 4299 Arena Boundary Road. The event runs from 11am to  3pm and will feature free skating, snow games, horse drawn wagon rides provided by White's Rides, and more! There will not be a BBQ this year. COVID-19 public safety measures will be in place.  Proof of vaccination (enhanced vaccine certificate with QR code) and government issued identification is required to enter the arena. If you're interested in volunteering at the event or if you have any questions, please connect with Amanda  at www.southfrontenac.net/familyday or by calling 613-453-6846.

Your dog needs a dog tag and until the end of February, you can purchase a tag for $15 locally at Rona Hardware and Asselstine Hardware. As of March 1st, tags will only be available at the township office for $30.

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