Community Columns - August 31st, 2023

Aug 30, 2023

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

Do not forget the Kennebec Wilderness Trails’ Walk in the Park and North of 7 Race. Your choice. Meeting at the Wilderness Trails parking lot (28786 Hyw.#7),

registration starts at 9:30am with the events beginning at 10:15am. Donations will go to the upkeep of the trails.

Arden’s Tai Chi program, on Wednesdays, begin their beginners class Sept 6 at 9:30am. Everyone is welcome, even those attending regular class!!

The Sharbot Lake Family Health Team will be offering evening clinics every Monday and Wednesday, 5:pm to 8:00 pm, beginning September 6. Prebooked appoints along with “Urgent care” patients will be seen. The evening clinics replace the Saturday clinic. Please call the Medical for more information.

At a recent Elder’s meeting it was decided that “on line” services will be discontinued. If you would like to subscribe to the Broadview magazine, please contact Carol Morris.

Two recent incidents in Arden have left folks a little more cautious. Firstly, a cement flower pot, part of a set, donated to the Arden sign area by the Peterson family, in memory of their parents disappeared. Secondly, a foldable picnic table on a private beach, on Garrison Lake, was removed. If you are reading this article and know about either incident, please see to it that these items are returned to the owners, without explanations.

Coffee hours continues at the Arden Church, 10am Thursdays, as does Bible study, Wednesday at 7pm. The last pop-up vendors sale, will take place, September 10, 10am to 2pm, at Amgela Deline’s place. Arden’s Stewards meeting will be held on September 11, at 7pm, and Mountain Grove’s will be September 12, at 7pm.

I hope everyone has been watching the progress being made on the new building at the Community Centre, adjacent to the Rink. This building is the last phase of a project beginning in 2019, by the Kennebec Rec. Committee. The vison was to update this area so that both youth and adults could use a 4-season facility. Donations are still being accepted. A big thank you is being extended to all the volunteers.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

VON is pleased to announce that weekly exercise classes are beginning next week at the Storrington Centre. We hope you have enjoyed the Fall Prevention Program and we look forward to seeing you for the Exercise Classes. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am to 10:30am, starting on Tuesday, September 5th. If you are interested in attending, please call Danielle at 1-800-301-0076  ext 3414. If you know of anyone that would be interested in attending, please have them contact Danielle to get on the class list as space is limited.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

Land O’ Lakes Community Services will hold their Annual General Meeting on Monday, September 25th at the Flinton Hall, 72 Edward Street, Flinton ON. Noon to 2:00pm

Saturday September 2nd is the last Lions Farmers Market for 2023. Come and get your Winter supplies of honey, jams, jellies, spices, frozen chicken, pork or beef or perhaps some hand crocheted gifts for the holidays.... Open 10-1. We also have delicious gunning corn kindly donated to the Lions.

The Lions will be holding an Auction at 2 pm Saturday, September 2nd. We have over 60 amazing prizes to be bid on. Come join the fun and help us raise money towards making our Hall into an Emergency Shelter.

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

No column; check back next week!

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Congratulations to the most recent 2023 Firefighter recruits who completed their 6 months of training! One exam to go!  Well done.

The Phantoms home opener will be on September 16th at 7pm. Check FB for more details.

Council would like your thoughts on what should be built on the former Sharbot Lake school site!

Here is the link to the survey! https://engagefrontenac.ca/sharbot-lake-school-site

Open Farms begins in September at various locations. Real food, real farms, real people. For information go to openfarms.ca

Thanks to the Roads crew for grading White Lake Road, again.

Well done to the Cole Lake Church on a successful Rodeo Roundup, looks like the kids had a blast with this year's VBS cowboy-themed event.

Godfrey Grill is open Wed to Sun 11-7. Located at the Godfrey General Store. Road 38 and 8/Westport Road. Easy access from the trail system.

Congratulations to the team of the SHS150 for a successful event!

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

What an amazing weekend at the Sydenham High School (SHS) 150th Reunion.  From the Opening Ceremonies on Friday night to the pancake breakfast on Sunday, August 27th it was one activity after another for the hundreds and hundreds of former students, families and staff.  All in all, a huge success for the school and everyone in all of the surrounding communities.  Congratulations to all of the volunteers and especially the hardworking organizing committee.  Thanks to all of the local businesses who contributed and supported this entire weekend.     

BC Knitters Inc. donated $64.00 to the Food Bank this past week. Thanks to our local Pharmacies who display the goods and all of the customers who purchased them.   

Sunday, September 10, 2023 there is the Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mike at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith.  From 1 to 5, followed by dinner.  Cost is $20.00 and we ask that you please bring a dessert to share.  For information call 613-372-2410.

Sunday, September 17, 2023 there will be a TAKE OUT Turkey dinner at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith.  Advance tickets only with a cut off purchase date of Wednesday, September 13.  The cost is $20.00 and tickets are available at the gas stations in Harrowsmith, Sydenham, Hartington and the Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  For information call 613-372-2410.

Saturday, September 30, 2023 the Car Rally / Landmark Quiz will be presented by the Harrowsmiith Social and Athletic Club, 4041 Colebrook Rd, Harrowsmith at 10am. To register contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Cost is $25 per car (no restrictions for number of people in the car).  Duration will be approximately 2 hours. There will be prizes for the most points.  A Bar and BBQ will be available after the rally back at the Club.  For more information call Alan at 613-358-2325.  

The fall Euchre start up at the Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club is being delayed until Saturday, October 14th.  Watch for more details later in September or early October.

Come sing with us!  The Frontenac Women's Chorus is welcoming new members for September.  Desperately seeking First Sopranos.  The ability to read music and previous choral singing experience is advised.  Rehearsals are Monday evenings at 19:00 in the Trinity United Church in Verona.  Send an e-mail telling us all about yourself to: Stella at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Our Pine Meadow people honoured Eric and Muriel Wagar’s recent wedding anniversary. Congratulations! Recently, the Pine Meadow breakfast club adored their patio meal that included fresh to order eggs just the way you like, fresh toast, home fries and sausage, and of course the ever famous “cowboy coffee” (as the residents call it ). Then this past week they cruised to Hidden Goldmine Bakery in Madoc for some yummy in the tummy treats.

Flags flew at half mast to honour the late John Bolton who died just after his 85th birthday. John will be remembered for his 28 years in the hotel business in Northbrook, service as fire chief to the Kaladar Barrie Fire Department, school bus driving, love of family.

Great to see that Spill the Beans in Northbrook is back up and running again after a short holiday pause. Glad you folks are back!!

Through the Roof Ministries in Flinton recently offered a free movie, “Overcomer” and small popcorn to the delight of many folks.

This Sat. Sept. 2nd our Lions Club of Land O’Lakes will feature an auction at 2 following their weekly farmers market at the Lions Community Hall (12328 Hwy #41 Northbrook) and it’s in aid of the Emergency Shelter Campaign. I hear there’s something for everyone, including fishing charter, weekend cottage, golf membership, tools, home decor, seasonal items (lounge chairs, coolers, dining gift certificates), gas certificates, gift baskets and more.

The new Kennebec Sports Centre in Arden is progressing fabulously with thanks to all volunteers and workers. Set aside October 21 for the Grand Opening that will feature pickle ball, basketball, bucket golf, bouncy castles, fish pond, corn hole, face painting, tattoos, and much more! Volunteers are still needed along with donations for door prizes, so please give all of this a ponder. I might add that this date is the same date as our Henderson Charitable Vendor Bash, but we can all support one another and attend both events. We are hoping that folks will make a big day of all the local events and organize family reunions for that weekend so we can visit up a storm and help out all of our communities. Also, our Vendors Bash will feature special music by the one and only Jim MacPherson of Sharbot Lake- with an opportunity for an open mic, so bring your lawn chair and boogie up a storm!!

The Harlowe Open Mic “rocked” with yummy food, music, prancing dancing, tunes, and guests from as far away as Myrtle Beach celebrating their honeymoon.

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Community Barbecue last chance to enjoy is August 31st . Burgers, hot dogs, salad & dessert – all yours for $10 beginning at 5 pm. at the Storrington Lions Club. Hot or rainy dine inside or out. I personally have enjoyed these Thursday night gatherings and thank the organizers for their support for Nankind and Kingston 4 Paws Service Dogs. Also you did a great job entertaining the folks from Fairmount!

Trailer is Back Saturday! Until October 28th at 3950 Round Lake Road. Drop off your LCBO returnables. All proceeds support Ken Garrett Memorial Park.

Leopard Frog Barn Concerts presents Dannyboy Phelan on Sunday, September 3rd at 7 pm. Tickets: $20. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info and directions.

Food Bank! Next Food Bank Drive is Friday September 8th. Drop off at the Lion’s Hall in Sunbury between 1 & 5 pm. School lunch items (nut free) and school supplies very much appreciated! All food items, fresh, frozen, dairy and non-perishables are gratefully accepted. Remember your can tabs as well!

Plowing Match September 10th at the farm of Charles & Norma Barr, 4382 Latimer Road, Inverary.

191st Kingston Fall Fair is September 14 to 17th . Find more information at https://www.kingstonfair.com/ Many locals are involved so lots of familiar faces!

Something New! Thursday September 21 and continuing the third Thursday of each month ALL are welcome to drop in to Inverary Church Hall for cards, games, social time etc. complete with tea, coffee and cookies! Door is open and the welcome mat out from 1:00 pm. till 4:00 pm. Visit as long as your time permits. Cost is $5 . All proceeds for Inverary United Church.

Youth Dance at Storrington Lion’s Hall on Friday, September 22 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. This event is for Grades 5-8 and includes supervision and a canteen. Cost is $5..

Community Fish Fry! at the Storrington Lions Hall, Sunbury.. Date is Saturday September 23rd from 5 to 7 pm. Accessible, lots of parking, good food and great company! Reserve your dinner by calling Marie at 613-449-4744. Cost is $20 per person or $10 for children 12 and under.

Inverary Fall Market on Saturday, September 30th from 10 am. to 3 pm. at Ken Garrett Park. Over 100 vendors with something for everyone! All proceeds will support Ken Garrett Memorial Park and Inverary United Church. Rain or Shine – see you there!

Nominate Your Favourite Business before Wednesday, October 2nd! Winners will be announced November 14th. Categories are: Frontenac County Council Business of the Year; New Business Award; Partnership and Collaboration Award; Sustainability Award; Women-Led Business Award. The Frontenac Business Awards help foster entrepreneurship, collaboration, community building, and commerce for all businesses in our region. For more information, see https://engagefrontenac.ca/2023-frontenac-business-awards-nominations.

Storrington Retirees Luncheon at the Storrington Centre the second Wednesday of each month. Enjoy a home cooked meal. Everyone welcome!

Fall Prevention Program! by the VON at the Storrington Centre on Tuesdays 9 to 11:00 Register by calling Dayna VanKoughnett at 613-354-6668 ext 105

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

Let Tay Valley Township know what new sports and recreation activities could be brought to the area by completing a survey. Tay Valley relies solely on grants, low user fees, and the valuable contributions of volunteers to run all our sports and recreation programs. The Sports and Recreation Survey can be found at Tay Valley’s website https://forms.tayvalleytwp.ca/Recreation-Programs/2023-Sports-and-Recreation-Survey. The survey has 18 questions and will take about five minutes to complete.

Celebrating its 17th year, the Sundance Artisan Show is an outdoor art show featuring 40 artists in a beautiful riverbank setting in Maberly, Ontario. The show takes place during all three days of Labour Day weekend, Sept 2, 3, 4. Hours: Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm; Mon. 10am-2pm. Sundance is located at 126 Maberly-Elphin Road, Maberly, ON (at the intersection of HWY 7 and County Rd 36). Peppered across two acres of forest, field, and riverfront, will be a diverse group of artisans specializing in various art forms: pottery, wood, sheet metal, stained glass, artisan soaps, fibre art, jewelry, clothing, blown glass, and many more. The artists have been working hard over the year, and are again ready to present to you their wonderful creations. The setting is ideal for relaxing while shopping for the perfect gift for that special someone. Feel free to grab a chair, and enjoy sitting by the beautiful Fall River with old mill ruins. Parking and entrance are free. Donations welcome. Further details can be found at www.sundancestudio.ca

This year Fall River Cafe will be selling lunch at the show.

Fundraising Events at ABC Hall – September 9 – Cluck ‘n Corn Dinner Dance on Saturday, Sept. 9. Rotisserie chicken dinner and live music by Average Height. $40 per person. Details at https://abchall.ca/cluck-n-corn-dinner-dance/

September 11 – Fall Fitness Classes begin September 11. FREE CPHC classes for seniors, Gentle Yoga and Pilates classes ($120/10 classes), and Line Dancing ($5 at the door toward hall maintenance). Details at https://abchall.ca/health-fitness/

September 23, 2023 12pm – 9:30pm – The 1st Annual Friends of the ABC Hall Fundraising Golf Tournament. JOIN us “FORE” an enjoyable afternoon of Golf at the Evergreen Golf Course. 463 Wolfe Lake Rd., Westport. Registration and Putting contest 12 (noon). Shotgun Tee Off 1:00pm. Buffet Dinner 5:30pm. This is a fundraising event for the Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall. Cost is $110 and includes 18 holes “Scramble” format, Cart, Buffet Dinner and Prizes! Register in advance at abchall.ca Deadline to register is September 3rd.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

Alice came to visit on Tuesday but I do not have a lot of news to share from my hospital bed. I want to send get well wishes to Pat Sargeant who is just down the hall from me with an injured foot. The farm is sold and she and Earl will be moving into Carolina Court.

I heard there was a nice gathering to honour Sheila on her special birthday which included a great meal prepared by Chef Bob. Happy belated birthday Sheila and I hope you have a good year. And get well wishes to your sister.

Janet Greenley popped in for a visit and brought me a gorgeous bouquet of gladioli from Bev and Murray. They are so appreciated. The flowers light up my room and brighten my days. Thank you so much, that was so very thoughtful for you to remember how much I like glads.

My arm and shoulder are so very sore that it is very hard to do my therapy so I guess they are sending me for another CT scan to check me out again. The nurses are taking great care of me.

Harriet and Elaine also were in for a visit and brought me some spaghetti and rice pudding. So many friends and family drop in for a visit, it is hard to keep track.

Thank you to my family and friends for all you are doing for me.

Happy 50th wedding anniversary to Ray and Sylvia Lynch.

I won’t be able to join my friends this year when they go to Northbrook on September 8th to join the 2nd Annual Walk for Alzheimers at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home. I had so much fun at the first one (before covid) with Harriet and Alice and Erma. We laughed all the way around the block. They have music and BBQ and are adding a bake sale this year. Everyone welcome. Call Pam at 613-827-6700 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Community Centre held another successful Music Night on Thursday. A good crowd enjoyed some great original music by Wade Foster and Jeff Callery

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

We attended a wonderful concert at Snow Road last Thursday, featuring singer/songwriter and fiddler extraordinaire Wade Foster and singer/songwriter/guitarist Jeff Callery.  These talented artists accompanied each other as they took turns leading.  My favorite song of the evening was a tune written by Wade called Home.  It was so beautiful that it had me in tears.  The next concert will feature 3 guitarists from Ottawa.

The Community Cafe returns after the summer off.  On Wed. Sept 6 from 11 to 1:30 the Canadian Frailty Network will present tips to avoid frailty, how to track your health goals and to find local health programs and services.  Snacks and social will follow.  It is a free event for seniors ages 60+.  All are welcome.

Diane Lake would like us to remind Sharbot Lake High School staff, students and guests, that there is a 75th Reunion on Sept. 16 from 1 to 5.  There is no registration required, no fee, just come and enjoy.  It will be held in the new building on the site.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

Sincere sympathy to the family of the late Mike Price - taken way too quickly - thinking of the family at this difficult time.

Sorry in last week's column it should have read 64th Wedding Anniversary to Eric and Muriel Wagar - my apologies.

All you can eat breakfast sponsored by the Lions Club will be held on September 23rd.

Family and community rallied around to support the Whan family at the ball tournament on Friday and Saturday.  Thank you to Missy and gang for organizing such a great event and to anyone and everyone that helped in one way or the other to support this great family.  Wow, there was some great ball being played with the finals coming down to Kurtis Jackson's team against Missy Thompson's team with Missy's team pulling ahead for the win.  

Meanwhile in Harrowsmith, family and friends from near and far were rallying around the Green and Young family for the B & B Memorial Car Show!  What a great event - each year it keeps getting bigger and better (if that is even possible).  Thank you to both families for organizing this event and to everyone for supporting them and the South and Central Frontenac Fire Departments and the Food Bank!

Hope all who had attended Sydenham High School got to the 150th anniversary on the weekend.  What a milestone and still standing strong!  For those who went to Sharbot Lake High School their reunion will be on Sept 16th at the replacement school Granite Ridge.

The sky above Parham was beautifully lit up as fireworks from the Fox Household were carefully set off.  Words cannot describe how truly amazing they were as the neighbourhood all commented on this.  Thank you.

Baseball season is winding down now. Big thank you to all coaches, umpires, and the committee members for so many hours of time, dedication and commitment and love of the game went into making this a truly great season.  Hope all players got to have fun.  The Junior Men are the last of the teams to finish off with their tournament being held earlier this week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in Battersea.   Keep an eye out for meeting to recap the season, if you are interested in joining the executive committee, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and express your interest.  We are always looking for help!

September birthdays:  Michael Sproule, Marie Bertrim, Natasha Whan, Jake Neadow, Tara Kehoe, Jade Robinson, Warner Antoine, Brad Bertrim, Lucas Steele, Robert Wisteard, Damon Pickard, Dean Gray, Collin Green, Caleb Cox, David Pickard, Judy Bertrim, Dave Hansen, Della Dunham, Mary Howes, Julia McKinnon, Donna Thompson, Donnie Lowery, Ashley Whan, Roger Whan, Brenda Whan, Shirley Timmerman, Darrell Hannah, Bob Teal, MaryJoy Neadow, Joanne Godfrey, Kristy Babcock, Bruce Theriault, Boyd Tryon, Savannah Cronk, Carter Barr, Keyana Whan, Gavin McCullough, Keegan Love, Rebecca Neadow, Violet & Johnny Skuce, Tom Commodore, Art Teal and Margaret Thompson.  

Anniversary wishes to Tim & Penny Cota, Jamie & Nicki Hearns, Vickie & Peter Babcock, Lois  & Richard Webster, and Peter & Rose MacPherson

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

August is ending and so is our summer fish pick of the week. Thank you so very much to everybody that shared their pictures with our community and I apologize to the people that sent in pictures that didn't get shared. We just don't have enough weeks in the summer! Our final fish picture this year is Kyle H. with his whopping 37-inch, 11-pound pike that he caught on Palmerston Lake with a whopper plopper! Wow!! Congrats Kyle!!

The 2023 Sand Lake Swim Program had another great swim season. 42 eager swimmers ages 3 - 13 participated and worked hard to improve their swimming skills. Congratulations to Reid T. for completing his swim levels & a huge thank you to instructor Aydan for his excellent teaching skills & commitment to our community’s little program. The swim program would also like to recognize Lookout Home Hardware for the use of their shade/rain tent and to Greg and Bea for the large donation of freezies the swimmers enjoyed each day! Sand Lake Swim Program is also made possible by the North Frontenac Township Community Grant! Thank you to everyone who makes this important program a huge success and last, but certainly not least to Jilene E. for overseeing and organizing such a wonderful program for the kids in our community! Thank you, Jilene!!

Euchre last Tuesday, Aug 22 was a lot of fun! We raised $234.50 for the Holy Trinity Anglican Church and had 35 people come out to play and I can't believe it. I won with a high score of 83 and took home the baker's dozen basket of corn donated by Lonnie Watkins Tree Service and the basket donated by Kelly W. Congrats to Charles N. who won most lone hands with 3 and the oscillating pedestal fan donated by the Overton Mega Yard Sale! Roxy went home with the consolation prize; her very own box of cookies donated by Carol F. Thank you to everybody for their prize donations this week and we hope to see you all this Tuesday night at 7pm at the Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) in Plevna for our next euchre night.

We hope to see you Thurs Aug 31st at 6:30pm at the Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna for our next Clar-Mill Community Hall Volunteer Meeting. We will be continuing to work on our group Constitution and begin our group enrollment, so please don't forget your annual fee of $5 to give you voting proxy throughout the year. We will also be reviewing executive roles and responsibilities to prepare for voting and discussing a sub-committee to help the North of 7 Kitchen staff with organizing their children's Halloween party at the Hall on October 31st. This will definitely be a meeting you will want to attend!

The Dark Sky Preserve is hosting a Community Pancake Breakfast on Sat Sept 16th at 7:30am at the Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna. Everybody is welcome!!

Friday September 22nd at 9am there will be a Public Council Meeting at the Township Office (or electronic participation) regarding Amendments to the Fees and Charges By-law. Council will be considering a By-law to Amend the Fees and Charges more specifically to Administration and Finance items, Building Permit Fees and Planning Fees. The full report regarding the changes is on the Township Website or you can contact the Clerks department at 613 479-2231 for more information.

Is everybody ready for the annual North Frontenac Back Roads Studio Tour on the Sept 23 & 24th weekend? It runs from 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday and there are 15 awesome original handmade arts and crafts studios to stop and visit while taking in the gorgeous scenery on the way! Autumn in North Frontenac is breathtaking!!

Circle your calendars on Sat Sept 30th from 1-4pm at the River of Life Christian Fellowship (7064 Road 506) to enjoy the music of Ron Lemke and Brooke Gunsinger, Wayne & Mary Abrams, Dominic Simone and more!! Free will offering and don't forget your lawn chair.

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

SHS you looked pretty awesome for being 150, from what I’ve heard the smiles and memories made and organizing which went behind this was top notch. Hope all you Eagles were able to reunite with some and make some memories.

Sydenham Beach has been reopened for swimming as of today, Monday, August 28. Hopefully this is it for beach closures for the season, but please continue to watch the news section on our website and our socials for updates. Signs will be posted when the beach is closed. Enjoy this last week of warm weather before school starts!

Sydenham Lake Water Ski Club Pro-Am - sept 2-4 is the 4th Annual Pro-Am Water Ski competition. The course is set up on the north west side of the lake by Trail/Trousdales. Come float-up and watch our Mens, Ladies & Little Rippers (Ages 4-13) tear up the course. As a courtesy, it would be appreciated if you could reduce your wake when leaving/approaching the boat launch. Enjoy the talented skiers.

PLAY BALL!! Sydenham Minor Softball is hosting the double header softball games right here in our diamonds at the Point. Sept 9th, come out and see the Queen’s Golden Gaels University Softball Team Vs Western Ontario Mustangs, games are at 2pm and 4pm. Free admission. This will be sure to provide some very high-end competitive women’s fast pitch softball. Canteen will be open and cash only, all proceeds will go to our Sydenham Minor Softball. Let’s show these ladies true Sydenham baseball spirit.

We are excited to host Harry Manx as part of the Festival of Small Halls concert tour at our location on 7 October 2023 (doors open 7pm). Check out the information below to see who will be playing at the various venues and to purchase tickets. We are opening our doors and can maybe answer some questions but for all the details please visit the Facebook page for the festival where you will also find the link to buy tickets https://festivalofsmallhalls.frontgatetickets.com/

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

South Frontenac Fire and Rescue will have a Stuff a Fire Truck at Verona Foodland this Saturday, September 2 at 10am. They will be collecting food for the South Frontenac Food Bank.

Verona Lions Garlic Farmers Market will be held Saturday, Sept 2nd from 9am to 2pm. Breakfast and lunch served. Verona Lions Hall.

Don & Linda's Back Yard Gardens will be collecting for our Local Food Bank this Saturday, September 2. You will receive a $5.00 tuck in as a thank you for your donation. The garden is full for your picking and they will have some vegetables pre-picked ready to go. Garlic galore, turnips, pumpkins while they last, fingerling and red Potatoes, lots of varieties of tomatoes and so much more vegetables. Plus, the first Saturday of each month is yard sale time. Homemade crafts. Open 9-1 Saturdays, 4309 Maple Dr. You can pre order @ 613 374 1307

The next Diner's Luncheon (for seniors 55+) will be held Thursday, September 7th at Verona Free Methodist Church. Serving Lasagna, salad, garlic bread and dessert. Pharmacist, Leonard Chan, will address the new prescribing powers in Ontario and other ways your local pharmacist can assist seniors. Meal is served at noon and the cost is $10.00. Call 613-376-6477 ext 303 to reserve a seat.

Enjoy an Open Farms Drive-In Movie Night on Friday, September 15. This event is hosted by the Verona Free Methodist Church and will be held in the parking lot. The movie will be Chicken Little. Free hotdog BBQ. Free admission. all welcome, donations accepted. The canteen will open at 6:30pm and the movie starts at 7:30pm. In case of rain, the movie will be held indoors.

September is a big month for wedding anniversaries for the Lovegrove family. Deborah and Doug will be celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary on September 16. Sheldon and Emma Lovegrove celebrate their 8th on September 5 and Sabra (Lovegrove)  and John Greenough celebrate their 10th on September 7. Plus wish Deborah a happy birthday on September 11.

And on September 1, it is a happy 50th wedding anniversary for Roy and me. Thanks Roy, it has been a fantastic journey.

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