Community Columns - August 18th, 2022

Aug 17, 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

Last week, long time Arden resident, Mickie Roseberry relocated to Belleville. Mickie was an active member of the Community. She was on the Executive of the Arden Seniors and the Friends of Arden, loved singing with the Arden Glee Club, enjoyed bridge and softball and adored her book club. Health challenges made it difficult to continue living here but at least, she has her loyal companion Willow with her. Make sure you give her a call, drop a note or e mail her. I know she will appreciate your kind thoughts.

Rural Frontenac Community Services is offering a “Back to School Backpack” program which will assist families in Central Frontenac to attain the school supplies necessary for the upcoming school year. You must register by calling 613-279-3151 x 305 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be eligible. Registering closes August 26.

The Arden Church is still hosting an art and crafts program Tuesday evenings 5:00 to 6:30pm. There will be a Lemonade and Treats Day happening at the end of August on Monday, August 29th. Folks will gather at Henderson United Church at 11:00am, Arden United Church at 1:00pm, and Mountain Grove United Church at 3:00 pm. All are welcome to join for a time of community and conversation.

The Kennebec Rec Committee hosts Euchre Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm, Stretch and Strengthen Thursday morning at 9:30am and Kids Klub, Thursday evenings. The community is waiting for you!!

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

Food Bank Drive on Aug. 18 - 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 1 to 5pm – hope to see you there and be sure to say hello!

Fundraiser for Inverary United Church on Aug 19 & 20 from 9 am to 5 pm. Book a table if you have things to sell. Cost is $25 for two days OR you can donate items to be sold with the profit going to the church. Donations of items for the sale can be dropped off at the church on Thursday, Aug. 18 from 1 to 5 pm. More info call Mike at 613-328-1680 or Judy at 613-353-1768 or cell 613-545-5017.

Frontenac Society of Model Engineers will be holding an operating day and giving train rides to members of the public at its track off Doris Smith Lane behind the ball diamond in Battersea from 11am till 3pm on Saturday 20 August. One or possibly two visiting real steam locomotives are expected to be hauling trains for visitors to ride in addition to the club's resident and member's diesel trains. Come out with your family and experience a miniature train ride similar to that provided at Pumpkinfest... but without the crowds! Event will be cancelled if weather forecast for the day includes rain. Donations to help offset club expenses will be appreciated.

You’re invited to South Frontenac’s Music in the Park summer series. The next event is August 20th at Sydenham Point Park, featuring Mellow Lily. Be sure to save the date of September 17th at Gilmour Point Park, featuring Uncoded. Visit www.southfrontenac.net/music for performer bio’s and more information. Help is always appreciated! Connect with Amanda at 613-376-3027 ext. 4447 today to learn about volunteer opportunities.

Why did no one laugh at the farmers jokes? Because they were too corny. (This week’s joke comes from my very own mother-dearest! Thanks, Ma!).

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

News from Pastor Rob Heyman of Bethel Pentecostal Church in Kaladar: “Our church will be showing the Narnia Movies. The dates and times are listed below. It is free to attend. Please bring your own snacks and invite a few friends.” Movie dates are Friday, August 24, 2022, and Friday, September 9, 2022 with the movie beginning at 7:00pm. If you have any questions, please call Pastor Rob at 613- 243-9661.

News from Dennis of Sail Mazinaw: “Sail Mazinaw is Saturday August 20, 2022.  The intention of this event is to get sailors and boarders on the water on the same day to show that Mazinaw is indeed a sailor’s lake.  Crews are encouraged to put down their chainsaws and their tool belts, forget about the windstorm for a day, and just go sailing.  Sail Mazinaw has been attracting some off-lake boats to the area since 2015. The crew at Mazinaw Lakeside Resort have invited all the sailors for breakfast at 8:30 Saturday August 20. Maureen Marlin and Janice will have the buffet stocked with scrambled eggs, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage, toast, juice, tea and coffee. Moe is offering this fare for the incredible price of just $10 per sailor! Dock space is very limited, so ground transportation is recommended. If you intend to come, please post a comment with how many will be in your party so that the chickens and the coffee roasters can be somewhat prepared. It’s a great opportunity to meet other crews and to talk sailing with folks who have stories to share.  Then the rest of the day is open to enjoy the sport.  There are no organized racing or cruising destinations set.  Just get on the water and challenge the breeze.  Take a friend or a neighbour with you.  A potluck is scheduled in the evening.  Check for details on the Sail Mazinaw Facebook page.  Get rigged, get on the lake, get sailing.” 

The Lions Club of Land O’ Lakes is holding their golf tournament on August 27, 2022 at Hunters Creek Golf Club. Included in the $35.00 fee, you will play 18 holes, enjoy a lunch, and take part in a silent auction. There will be prizes as well.

Register at the club or call Chuck at 613 336 1822.

Hurrah! It is always great to see the North Frontenac Back Roads Studio Tour being advertised. We have such talented artisans and artists in the community. The tour is on September 24 and 25, 2022 from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

St. Kilian’s next bake sale is on September 24, 2022. This will also include take-out Chili. WOW dinner and dessert at one stop!

Great news from the Dark Sky Preserve on Highway 506: “It's Official!!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS The North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve is hosting the "North Frontenac Festival of Stars" Star Party September 23-25, 2022! Admission is FREE but please sign up with number of people who will be participating in your party. More details to follow shortly. There will be a registration page on the NFDSP Facebook page in a few days. Please Like and Share with all your astronomy friends!”

The Garden Club invites you to their meeting on September 14, 2022 to hear Master Gardener Astrid Mushalla speak about “Recipe for a Great

Herb Garden.”  This meeting will include some special tea sampling. This meeting will take place at the Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne at 6:30 p.m. instead of the usual time of 7:00pm. All are welcome.

The AGM for Land O’ Lakes Community Services will be held on Monday, September 26th from noon to 2:00pm at the Flinton Hall, 72 Edward St.  Dr. Kim Morrison will be our guest speaker.  She will be speaking about how our area might be affected by the newly formed FLAOHT, Frontenac Lennox & Addington Ontario Health Team.  This will be followed by a time-limited question period.  Refreshments will be served at 12:00.  If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Richelle Lessard at LOLCS 613-336-8934.

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

Peach Day was a great success. Thank you to everyone for your support. The Denbigh Recreation Committee raised $135.70 from breakfast for The United Church Golden Lake Kids Camp. Thank you to Jon Williams and his Grandson for delivering the Peach that morning.

The Denbigh Recreation Committee is planning an End of the Summer Celebration at Heritage Park on Saturday, September 3rd from 4:00 to 6:30pm. The Canteen will be open all the time, selling hamburgers, hotdogs, ice cream and drinks. There will be games for the kids. There will be live music from 4:00 to 5:00pm with the New Pickled Chicken band. Play a friendly game of horseshoes. There will be fireworks at dusk (8:30pm). Your support is required to host this event. We will be walking around that evening collecting donations.

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club Show and Shine Classic Car Show is August 27, 2022 (rain day August 28) at the Lions Hall on Hwy 41 in Griffith Ont. Admission is by a donation. The first 100 cars will receive a dash plaque. People's choice awards for your favorite cars. There will be refreshments all day and lots of vendors and a yard sale for your enjoyment. Come out and support the Lions.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Happy birthday to James McRobert on August 17th!! May your day be filled with classic cars, breakfast at Muddy Waters, and music... Love you to pieces!

The 37th annual North Lanark Highland Games will be held on August 27th from 8:30-18:00 at 195 Water Street, Mississippi Mills, tickets can be purchased online from Eventbrite.

The CMA Festival in Sharbot Lake is still looking for volunteers to help out with their event on August 20th.....contact Lesley at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.

Is it safe to swim in the lake? Take a few minutes to learn about the quality of the water. In some lakes, tiny organisms called cyanobacteria can lead to health problems. Cyanobacteria are often called blue-green algae. When they multiply very quickly, they form what are called blooms, sometimes referred to as cyanobacteria blooms or harmful algal blooms. These blooms are a public health concern. You can be exposed to cyanobacteria or their toxins when you put your head suddenly or repeatedly under water may lead to ingestion or inhalation of the harmful bloom material. If this happens, you may get sick to your stomach or feel like you have the flu. If you ingest enough harmful bloom material, it can lead to even more serious illnesses. If your skin touches the material, you may experience skin irritation. 

Are you wondering what a cyanobacteria bloom looks like? Cyanobacteria bloom characteristics include: 

Discoloured water, with many small particles, or foam, scum, or mats on the surface. 

Blooms can be blue, bright green, brown, or red. 

They may look like floating paint or grass clippings. 

The water may smell bad. Be sure to stay protected by following these steps: 

Look for posted warning signs at the beach and follow any posted instructions. 

Don’t swim or engage in recreational activities like water skiing, windsurfing or kayaking where a bloom is present. 

Do not allow children or pets to play in or drink water that has a bloom present. 

If you aren’t sure if there are cyanobacteria blooms to be concerned about, stay out of the water. *https://smartworkplace.ca/

Here is the link for KFLA beach safety listing: https://www.kflaph.ca/en/healthy-living/public-beach-listings.aspx

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

The Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church is having their Food Fair on Saturday, August 27th, 2022 from 10:00am until 14:00pm at 3876 Harrowsmith Road.  There will be vendors, a bake sale, lunch and a bouncy castle.  

The B&B Memorial Show 'n' Shine is scheduled for Saturday, August 27th, 2022 from 10:00 am to 16:00pm at Centennial Park.  Register via donation of a non-perishable food item.  There will be vendors, raffle draws and food trucks.  All proceeds will be going to the South and Central Frontenac Fire Departments.

Municipal Council and School Board elections are scheduled for Monday, October 24, 2022.  The nomination period ends this Friday, August 19, 2022 at 14:00pm.  The Voter's List will be prepared on September 1, 2022.  If you want to add, remove or change your listed information you must do so by September 1, 2022 by contacting your Municipal Clerk.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

The United Churches of Arden, Henderson and Mountain Grove feature two more youth nights coming up on Tues. Aug. 23 and 30 from 5:00- 6:30 and all are welcome. Give student clergy Kaitlyn Ostrander a call for more info (613-335-2474).

Our student minister, Kaitlyn Ostrander, is hosting a Lemonade and Treats day on Mon. Aug. 29 at 11:00 outside at Henderson United Church. Kaitlyn celebrates one full year of service as a student clergy in training at our three United Churches- so come out and offer a word of encouragement. . All faiths and folks are welcome to join for a time of community and conversation.

Congratulations to Kirk Kove on 90 years of tourism in our area. Many recall the water ski shows of yester year, and of course the fabulous meals served there a few years ago now. What a fabulous heritage and super duper place to stay.

Our bank in Northbrook was recently robbed and we are all shook up about it. At first, we thought it was a hoax, but it really happened, so we offer our support to the bank employees who were put through such an ordeal at gun point. Special thanks to the OPP and all helpers.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Happy birthday, Bessie Tye! 98 and an inspiration to all!

SALE! Fundraiser for Inverary United Church August 19 & 20 from 9 to 5. Book your table now! $25 for the two days OR donate items to be sold to benefit the church. Donated sale items can be dropped off at the church between 10am & 8pm on Thursday, August 18th. For info, call Mike at 613-328-1680 or Judy at 613-353-1768 or cell 613-545-5017.

Joint Worship Services Inverary United and Battersea United Churches will worship together at Inverary United Church at 11:15am.

Save your pop tabs! 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.

Train rides hosted by the Frontenac Society of Model Engineers at its track off Doris Smith Lane behind the ball diamond in Battersea from 11am till 3pm on Saturday, August 20.  Bring the family and experience a miniature train ride. Donations for the Club would be appreciated. In the event of rain, the event will be cancelled.

Vendors wanted! Register now for the Inverary Fall Market to be held on September 10th in Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Call Marie at 613-449-4744 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Light up our diamonds! The LED lights are in! at Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Thanks to all who donate LCBO Returnables at Mrs. Garrett's Bake Shop and the donations in the jug at the Beer Store and the Canteen Tip Jar.

Congratulations! to the Harrison 's Excavating Team who won the championship at the Storrington Men's Lobball League Tournament on Saturday at Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Three generations playing Bob Corkey  Trevor Corkey  and  Adam Smith great year

Yoga classes at Inverary United Church on Wednesdays at 6:00pm.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

Tay Watershed Discovery Day – Aug. 20, 8am to 1pm at Perth Farmers' Market, Crystal Palace, Perth. Annual environmental exhibition for all generations, a youth education and discovery program, presentation of Water Guardian Bursary ~ financial award to students aspiring to careers in environmental management. Co-exhibitors will include the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority, Ottawa Riverkeeper, Lanark Climate Network, and Rideau Environmental Action League.

Cluck’n Corn Jazz Night at the ABC Hall Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, 6pm – 11pm. Come out for a BBQ chicken dinner and live entertainment by the “Perth Jazz Project”. Doors open at 6 pm, dinner is at 7pm, music begins at 7:30pm. Tickets are $32 and are only available on-line at the ABC Hall website abchall.ca, click on the chicken and a page will open up, scroll down, click on the link that says ‘Tickets are $32.00 and are only available on line here’ and then you will be brought to a page where you can actually purchase the tickets (https://www.onstagedirect.com/buy/event_info.action?eventId=1550). Dinner consists of 1/2 BBQ chicken with BBQ sauce, 2 cobs of corn, Caesar salad, roll and dessert. Cash Bar available and 50/50 tickets will be for sale at the event. For more info please email Lynn Lang This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 613-273-8834.

Maberly Fair – Saturday August 27 – Don’t forget!

CPHC Seniors’ Exercise Program at the ABC Hall - Registration:  Monday, August 29th 9:30 to 10:00 am - bring your OHIP card. Classes will run every Monday (except Stat Holidays) starting September 12th through to May 29th, 2023. One hour classes - 1/2 hour moderate to high tempo aerobic exercise followed by 1/2 hour of strength training and balance exercises. For more information, call Margaret at 613-273-9244.

SUNDANCE ARTISAN SHOW CONTINUES and will be held in its usual location at the intersection of Hwy 7 and country road 36 in Maberly, Labour Day weekend. Celebrating its 16th year, Sundance will be open all 3 days of the September long weekend. Hours: Sat., Sept. 3, 10am-5pm; Sun., Sept. 4, 10am-5pm; Mon., Sept. 5, 10am-2pm. And as always, parking and admission is FREE. Further details can be found on our website: www.sundancestudio.ca.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

I had a very busy week with lots of company. Granddaughter Amber Armstrong and great grandsons Jack and Jamie came on Monday all the way from Russell. On Wednesday, I went to Rick’s and visited with granddaughter Brandy and great grandchildren Jaylene and her boyfriend Archer and Reanna and Elijah from Shannonville. It was so wonderful to visit with them all. They have all grown up since I saw them in 2019.

I have a lot of people to thank for goodies. Bev Elliott for the beautiful bouquet of glads. The first ones she picked this year and she gave them to me. I feel so special. They are so beautiful and my favourite flower. She also gave me some yellow beans and a cucumber. [Word must have got out that Pearl loves cucumbers and yellow beans]. Susan sent some yellow beans, carrots and a zucchini and Alice picked up some fresh corn on the cob and also some strawberry pie filling for my next dump cake. Thanks to Rick and Barb for the red and green tomatoes, cucumbers, hamburger, fries, macaroni salad, and ice cream. Meals on Wheels – do you understand why I have not signed up for your meals again yet?

Last week, I also had my Generac installed. It sure makes me feel better knowing that if the power goes out like it does around here so much, I will still have backup power.

I had a lovely lunch with Tracey Mumby, her daughter Ruby and Harriett at Fall River Café on Thursday. It is such a great place to go and eat. We had lots of laughs. It is great to be out with friends and family. I love the staff there also.

To finish off the week, Olive Allan, her daughter Barb and myself went to Chuck’s for our Friday outing. Chuck wasn’t there but we had a great visit with Julianna who was looking after the store, Penny (Chuck’s sister) was there and her partner Harvey along with Chuck’s father Ed. We enjoyed our coffee break and had a great visit.

Happy 50th Anniversary to Earl and Heather Gemmill and to Kip and Esther Tuckwell (now living in Newfoundland). Hope you all had a wonderful day and we wish them many more years together.

I hear Gerry Lichty is running for mayor. Wonderful news - Good luck, Gerry, and to Fred Fowler who is also running for councillor in our ward.

Erma Millar is enjoying time with her daughter Anna and husband Marc who are visiting from England. They will be picking up their daughter at a camp near Temagami and spending some time with family before flying home. Wendy and Bill Crain are happy to have their son, Cody, visiting from Toronto for a few days. Ron and Alice enjoyed a visit from her niece and husband on Saturday afternoon. Alice said it was a nice break from making pickles.

It is wonderful to get a break from that scorching hot heat for a few days so you can get out and enjoy events.

If anyone has news, I wish you would please, please call to let me know. I hate writing about myself every week but that is all I have to write about (sorry Jeff).

It is always nice to see home improvements in our community. Glenn and Karen Patterson recently had the outside of their home painted and it is looking good. There is a new addition being built to the house on the hill on Station Road. The new home on the K&P across from Buttermilk Falls is coming along, as well. Bridge work on Gulley Road seems to be done.

It is sad to see homes of friends and neighbours up for sale in Mississippi. The homes of Olive Allen and Gloria McEwen are on the market. There will be more new members in our community soon.

Don’t forget that Coffee and Conversation still takes place every Friday from 10 to noon at the Community Centre and there is Games Night every second Wednesday. The Book Club also meets once a month and the members have continued to enjoy reading the monthly selections all during this pandemic. New members are always welcome.

The Community Centre will be holding its Annual General Meeting in September and is looking for community members to take on various positions on the board. The current board members have all reached the end of their terms which were extended during Covid as meetings/elections could not be held.

Pearl of Wisdom: Remember that not getting what you want sometimes is a stroke of good luck.

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

Put Saturday, August 20 on your calendar.  The Palmerston Lake Association is hosting a Beach Party in the afternoon at Waites' Beach on Arcol Rd.  Fiddlers and Friends will be playing from 2:00 to 3:00. Refreshments will be served.  Everyone one is welcome. No admission charge.

Last Saturday, Lothlorien Farm on River Road celebrated their 50th anniversary.  Original members, newer members, extended family and friends of the farm were in attendance.   Laughter, conversation and food were in abundance.  A slide show of stories and pictures through the 50 years was shown.  The evening ended with a sing-a-long campfire. Happy anniversary.

Also, put the afternoon of September 11th on your calendar.  The North Frontenac Historical Society and Archives will be holding a celebration of community at the Clar-Mill Hall.  Local musicians and poets will entertain, along with displays of historical items and information collected by the Society.  They have published several books on the history of our area which will be for sale. All are welcome.  Admission is free.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

This weekend is the Parham Fair. Be sure to check out the full schedule so that you don't miss anything!

Congratulations to Missy Thompson's team who won the ball tournament on Saturday in support of Frontenac Flyers Minor Hockey.  Special mention to Riley's team who donated their 2nd place winnings back to the Frontenac Flyers, as most of these players have played minor hockey - what a great thing for such a "young team" to do!!! Thanks to everyone who took part in this fundraising event.  Thank you to the volunteers for helping in the canteen.  Great day for all ages as the play ground was being used as well as the ballfield.

Did everyone notice the full moon last weekend as it lit up the night skies?

Howard & Judy recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary  with immediate family members.

Unwanted visitor arrived at a residence in Sharbot Lake and left their bear claw marks as a souvenir. Be careful when putting out your trash! I also understand that Gene & Brenda Whan had a relative of that bear visit their home in Tichborne, as did Edward and Krissy Goodfellow.

Congratulations to the U19 Parham Team (bantams) on their tournament this week.  The Junior Men will finish up their season next week with games Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.  Thursday night there will be 2 games in Parham - one at 6:30 and then 8:30 - your last chance to support this team. 

Happy birthday to Jane Drew.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

BIRTHDAY WISHES to those who have birthdays this week.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Tuesday Lunches return to the Perth Road Sunday School Hall on the first Tuesday of October, (Oct. 4). Charge is $6 per person.

Roast Beef Supper on Saturday, Sept 24 (details to follow)

Community Pot Luck Supper Oct. 14 (details to follow)

Craft Sale Nov. 19 (details to follow)

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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: 9:30am – 11:30am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. 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

Did you hear that Creative Grapes Winemaking in Plevna is very excited about this year's "Global Passport Series" wines! These are ultra-premium wine kits available on a limited single release pre-order basis. Stay tuned for this year's wine line up, it will be announced this Saturday August 20th!!  For more information you can call 613 479 0505 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or just stop in and see Jennifer at the store!

After 17 years in business, Primetime Snack Shack on Ardoch Road is now closed. Nancy and Dave Smith are moving to Kingston and are not sure what the new owners will be doing with the store. Nancy wanted to send out Big Hugs to everybody in the Community and Thank us for our loyal support over the years!  Take care Dave and Nancy, we wish you nothing but the best in your future endeavors!

Have you been to visit Holly at Polished Spas in Ardoch this summer yet? I heard she only has 3 openings left in August! My daughter and I slipped over for our annual pedicures this month and as always it was a delight!! For more information or to book your appointment, you can call Holly at 613 479-2166 or visit polished spa services on facebook.

This year's fish of the week belongs to the very lucky Jeff Chisholm on Buckshot Lake!! This past Sunday Jeff caught a beauty of a Trout that weighed approximately 7 lbs when he was casting with his Rapala DT10 crankbait that only dives to 10 feet. Interestingly enough, this fella was caught significantly closer to the surface than what is normal for mid-August. Lake Trout prefer 48-52 degree temperatures, which is found deeper this time of year because the current surface temperature is around 75 degrees. Congrats on the lucky catch Jeff and thanks for the interesting facts on Lake Trout!! 

Have you stopped by the Plevna Liquor Store lately and checked out the gorgeous flower box out front? They are Absolutely Beautiful and have taken on a life of their own!! WOW!!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

No column; check back next week!

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Drive-In Movie Night this Friday, August 19. This event is hosted by the Verona Free Methodist Church and will be held in the parking lot. The movie will be Lost in San Francisco and is generously sponsored by Nicole's Gifts and Verona Hardware. Free admission. all welcome, donations accepted. The canteen will open at 7:45 pm and the movie starts at 8:15 pm. Style Revival will be opening during canteen time before the Drive-In Movies. In case of rain, the movie will be held indoors.

The Verona Lions Garlic Festival will be held on Saturday, September 3 at the Verona Lions Club from 9 am to 2 pm. This is a rain or shine event with both indoor and outdoor venues. Entry is by donation, with free parking on site. All money raised helps the Club support local and international focuses such as: The Canadian Diabetes Society, the CNIB; and The Canadian Hearing Society to name a few causes that the Lions' effortss support to make life better for others less fortunate. The Verona Lions Garlic Festival has been the host of the Paul Pospisil Garlic Awards, with prizes for the best single bulb, 12 – variety display, educational display, and braid.

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