Jun 18, 2025

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Arden
by Brent Fehr

Friday Night BBQ @ Arden Legion #334 (5967 Arden Road, Arden) from 5pm - 7pm Weekly Featuring, Hamburgers ($6), Cheese Burgers ($7), Oktoberfest Sausages ($6), & Hot Dogs ($3)

June 19th – Kid's Club  is back at Kennebec Community Centre (5998 Arden Road). What is Kid’s Klub? It’s after school programs for kids of ALL ages. Come join us on Thursday’s from 5pm to 6:30pm. More Information: Connie Tryan at 613 335 2958 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Join us on Facebook: "Kennebec Recreation Committee"

June 21st – "New” Community Coffee Time @ Arden Legion (5967 Arden Road, Arden). And 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Saturday of Every Month - 10am to Noon

July 5th – Pancake Breakfast!  Come join us for an old fashioned pancake breakfast on Saturday, July 5th and celebrate summer!  Pancakes, sausages, fruit salad and maple syrup will be served with orange juice, tea and coffee. Free Will donation gratefully accepted.  Arden United Church 1976 Railway St, Arden, ON K0H1B0

July 12th - PIickleball Tournament @ Kennebec Sports Centre (5998 Arden Road).  Seniors, 50+, Round Robin Tournament.  Register at C4 Country Convenience or Arden Legion Branch. 334. $15 Registration Fee, cash only. Pre-registration - Closes July 5th. Individual registrations only. There will be a blind draw for partners this year. Proceeds help fund the ongoing upgrades to the Kennebec Recreation Centre. Information: Rose Cavanagh This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Join us on Facebook: "Kennebec Recreation Committee". (Rain Date: Sunday July 13th)

Battersea/Storrington
by Chris Pantrey

Why do fish not use computers? Because they are afraid of the net! Good luck to all of the angler's heading out Saturday for the opening of bass!

 

I completely mis-read the calendar last week and didn't send out Father's day wishes:( I hope all the Dad's (of every description!) had a great day!

 

The first of SFT's free summer concerts is this Saturday, June 21. Beats by the Beach is at McMullin Park in Verona from 1-3, featuring The Goodnight Irene's. Grab your lawn chair and head out for a toe-tapping great afternoon!

 

Pumpkin planning time! Join us Tuesday June 24, 6:30 at Battersea United Church for the next meeting of the Battersea Pumpkin Festival organizers. We would love to see some new faces around the table and hear some new ideas!

 

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

There is a new business directory for the Cloyne, Northbrook and Kaladar area, put together by the Little Boutique Consignment Store.I This project was a huge undertaking , but organisers  are so pleased with how it turned out.
To access the directory for download, go to the Little Boutique Consignment Store Facebook page, and look for the post about the directory, which includes links to printable b/w and colour versions on Google Docs.

News from Pam Lemke: “What a morning! A big shout out to Bence Motors the generous donation collected at the parting lot party to the KFLA Alzheimer Society. Thank you to Porch Dog Coffee, for the delicious Making Memories ‘one cup at a time’ blend of Coffee. You can find our fundraising coffee at Kaladar Station, Northbrook Gas and Variety, The Tweet Boutique, Royal Lapage- Diana Walker and Milligan Meats. The coffee is $18 per bag, bean or drip, from every bag you purchase $5.00 is donated back to the Alzheimer Society. You can also purchase from any Alzheimer location, Kingston Napanee and Northbrook. Look for more locations to be added soon”.

“What a week it has been! Just a few of the highlights! The Golden girls visited with the residents at PMNH and displayed the beautiful handmade ties they created for the gentleman at PMNH for Fathers Day. The Old Pharts travelled to Stirling “Farmtown Park for a guided tour of the park and ended with lunch at the Iron Rooster. AND yesterday to end the week, the Alzheimer Society held a fundraising BBQ sponsored by Roofs 2 Riches Exterior at the Cloyne Rec clubs “Meet the Machine!” Event!  A whopping $ 1239.00 was raised for the KFLA Alzheimer Society! I can’t thank the volunteers and community enough for your continued support!”

Organ Eyes Kaos band playing Sat June 21st 6 at p.m at Hunters Golf Club. Bring a lawn chair, & dancing shoes.$20

Myers Cave Cycling Tour and Summer Beach Party:  Cyclists are invited to take part in the Myers Cave Cycling Tour on Saturday, June 21, with proceeds going to the Land O’ Lakes Garden Club’s environmental initiative, Pitch in For Mother Earth. The tour begins at 8:30am at the Red Barn Zone, and includes stops at several local businesses: The Tweet Boutique, The Little Boutique Consignment Store, The Lions Club of Land O' Lakes Farmers' Market, Kavaleer Smallhold, and Corinna’s Crafting Creations.  The registration fee is $30 per cyclist, and advance registration is encouraged, but feel free to register on the day. Participants can register online at myerscaveresort.com or through the Myers Cave Resort Facebook Page. The registration fee includes breakfast before the ride and a drink ticket for the beach party. The ride concludes at Myers Cave Resort, where a beach party will take place from 1pm-4pm.
The Lions are having a new kind of Bingo. Monday June 23rd 6:30-8:30 they will host a “Tupperware” bingo and raffle. The admission is $10 which will provide you with a card and a piece of Tupperware. Additional cards can be purchased. All the prizes will be Tupperware products plus there will be a cooking demo. The Bar will be open along with complimentary snacks. The Farmers Market continues every Saturday 10-1pm.
The winner of Catch The Ace, week 31, won over $1,200, but did not pull the ace of spades to win over $25,000. The got the Jack of Hearts, a bower in euchre but not the jackpot winning ace of spades. The estimated Jackpot for next Sunday is $28 000. Tickets are available  in person from the Lions or online through landolakeslions.ca. The estimated jackpot is now $28,000.
St. Killian’s Church is just a couple weeks away from their first Yard Sale and Bake Sale of the season on Saturday, June 28th from 10:00-1:00. Come early for the best selection.
Pine Meadow Nursing Home is having a vendor sale July 5th, from 10am - 2pm. If you would like to be a vendor, please reach out to Hailey Andrews to get a table! Come out and support the residents.
Flinton Rec Club Hosting the first Cornhole Challenge at the Flinton Rec Centre: 72 Edward St., Flinton on Saturday, August 9th. Fun for the whole family. Please arrive at 12:00pm to check in.1pm start with the cost of $20/team. Any questions please contact: Call/Text Maude: 905-449-2160 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Russ: 613-336-0445.

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Denbigh
Gail Fritsch

The Denbigh Recreation Committee hosted a Horse Pull on Saturday June 7. It was a fantastic day and they would like to thank all the teams for coming. A special thank you to all the Recreation volunteers and members of our community who helped make this event great success.

Denbigh Baseball hosted by the Denbigh Recreation Committee will be on Wednesday evenings starting at 6pm. at Heritage Park 48 Lane Street Denbigh. Open to kids 3-15 as of August 31st. Teams will be determined after registration closes June 23. Younger children will play first followed by the older children. No registration fee but you must complete a form and return to Cally email rvtcally@gmail>. or drop it off.

The Vennachar Free Methodist Church is having adult Potluck and Games night on Friday June 20 at 6pm. Everyone is welcome bring potluck and your favorite game.

The St Paul’s Lutheran Church Denbigh annual Memorial Service will be Sunday June 22 at 2pm. The Congregation of St. Paul’s invites you to this celebration to honour our church members and family who have gone before us. There will be fellowship after the service at the Denbigh Hall. Please bring some food to share. Drinks will be provided.

Addington Highlands Public Library offers a selection of digital resources for all ages. Their databases are available through the library’s website 24/7 from the library, school or work. You will need your library card number to access them. Email addingtonhighlandspubliclibrary.ca.

The TD Summer Reading Club at the Denbigh Library will be Thursdays 6pm to 7pm. from July 3 to August 21. Please call the library for more information.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Celebrating 5 Years of Style and Support – Thank You!
Lori's Hair Studio is proud to celebrate its 5th incredible year in the heart of Verona, Ontario. Lori wants to extend her deepest gratitude to everyone who has walked through her door. “your loyalty, trust, and support have meant the world to me,” she said.
Congratulations to our Team North of 401 players, who brought home 'gold' last week at the OSGA District 10 -Pickleball Qualifier held in Napanee. They will represent us at the Provincials in Sudbury from August 5 to 7.
Congratulations to Molly (Denton) & Bob Moreland of Inverary on the arrival of their new grandchild!

Have you considered Forest Bathing or Paddle Boarding? If you have, then there is a really amazing and fun 1/2-day experience called Bathing in Blue Mindfulness that starts on June 22nd and runs bi-weekly until the Fall. This experience combines movement and mindfulness, offering a fun and relaxing experience. You can either bring your paddleboard (BYOB) or rent one. Frontenac Outfitters is giving participants an incredible discounted rate.

For details, go to Wildedge.ca or contact Claire Beach at 613-279-7721.

Exciting news in Plevna!!

They are excited to announce that the Township has been successful in receiving a grant from the Ontario Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund to rehabilitate the Plevna Outdoor Rink and Pickleball Courts, with a new addition: a roof!

This wouldn't be possible without the support of the Ontario Government, Township Council, and all current and future donations and sponsorships.

Please follow them as more details become available.

 

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Gregg Hamelin

The flower pots in our village are once again on full display and look great! The matching ones in the Stark Plaza make for a consistent and beautiful display along the main street. Thanks to the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee, the Stark Family and other businesses which have put out flower pots or planters.

BC Knitters took $90 over to the Food Bank

Wednesday, June 25, from 1pm-2pm,  there is a painting workshop on “Clouds and Weather “at the Grace Hall in Sydenham. Materials are provided but bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun!Open to beginners and experienced (55+) for a $5 donation. Please register a few days before with Natalee at South Frontenac Community Services 613-376-6477 ext 310.

Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29 on Canada Day Weekend – the Line Spike Frontenac Concert will be held at 3587 Harrowsmith Road.  One hundred per cent Canadian Performers , include: Walk off the Earth, Burton Cummings, Chantal Kreviazuk, Alan Frew, Tom Green, Kelsi Mayne, Madison Galloway and more. Music runs from 2pm -11pm over the two days. Tickets and parking must be purchased in advance only at www.LineSpike.ca.

Tuesday, July 01, 2025 we are looking for vendors for Canada Day in Centennial Park, Harrowsmith On. Please forward inquiries to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to the attention of Penny.  There is a $25 registration fee. This event is sponsored by the Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club and in part by the Township of South Frontenac and local businesses. We are also looking for volunteers on July 1st. Do you need volunteer hours to complete your High School Diploma? You could monitor children's games and crafts, sell tickets, distribute flyers or help set up and/or take down.. Volunteer for three (3) hours or all day.  Lunch is provided for all day volunteers.

Parham Fair is looking for your garage sale items. Do you have things in closets, attics, sheds or basements that you have been meaning to get rid of? Consider renting a space at the Parham Fair Vendor Market on Saturday, August 16th, 2025. Fill up the back of your trunk or put up a tent. Registration is $30 for the chance to make a few bucks.

Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information.

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Henderson
Jean Brown

Only two more sleeps until our finally final blow out yard sale in aid of Henderson United Church this Sat. June 21 from 8am until noon at Henderson Hall. Come and set a spell with us, and buy your brains out!

Our church neighbours at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Flinton are hosting their church yard sale on June 27, 28 on site at 3529 Flinton Road, so let’s take a gander up there too.

Congratulations to our own North Frontenac neighbour and friend Betty Hunter on receiving the 2025 Senior of the Year Award in North Frontenac in recognition of outstanding contributions that strengthen and protect our communities. Rock on Betty!

Henderson United Churches Cemetery service, held under the trees on site, was a true tribute to Father’s Day and to our Heavenly Father. Some who attended “from away” included Angie Deline ( who has a birthday this week!), June Gendron, Doug Bridgen, Shirley, Becky and Michael Conner, Mona’s daughters Trudy and Amy who placed flowers and a flag on their uncle George Gaylord’s grave, Dave and Lynn Clark, Bryan and Irene Smale, Al and Marilyn (Veley) Osborne , yours truly and spouse, Sheila Deline and a few others I missed checking up on. There were 25 gathered out under the trees in a meaningful service led by our own Sarah Hale- whom we love to pieces!

Our Kennebec and District Historical Society folks offered a fantastic sharing and evaluating process on site at the South Frontenac Museum which is of course funded by their Municipality. Folks are chatting over the fence and on the bush telephone about a possible Municipally funded museum in our Central Frontenac Township- possibly in a building that combines history with the needed library at Sharbot Lake, or in a vacant firehall, all of which would house artifacts from existing “societies including Kennebec and District Historical Society, Oso Historical Group,Central Frontenac Railway Heritage Society and a Parham online historical site and any other existing groups. The sky’s the limit!

I’m suggesting a municipally funded collaborative approach as a worn out baby boomer whose health is declining. Us “boomers” who specialized in volunteerism/fundraising/community and church support don’t want to create an albatross for the next generations, who through no fault of their own aren’t numerous enough to “carry the torch” forward. Birth control, and other liberations for which we boomers fought and negotiated resulted in less folks “to help” and this worn out volunteer whose health is diminishing appreciates, and admires the next generations highly but doesn’t want to leave them a legacy of expectations. So let us persevere trusting in another (of your choice) to guide us all. This approach will aid us all to pull together, to go beyond existing religious and historical barriers and blaze a trail. Yahoo!!

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Youth Dance! Community Youth Dance is from 6:30 to 9:30pm on Friday, June 20th at Storrington Lions Club Hall. Grade 4 students are welcome at this event. Adult supervision, canteen available. Cost is $5 per person.

Farmers’ Market! Local Grown & Local Made – fresh produce. June 29th on the patio of the Storrington Lions Hall from 1 to 5 pm. Plan is to hold this event every Sunday in July, August and September. Pick your date(s) and book your spot now by calling Marie at 613-449-4744.

Community BBQ is Back! Every Thursday from June 5 to August 28th, from 5 pm to 7 pm. You can enjoy a hamburger or hot dog, salad (type varies weekly), dessert and water for $10 per person. Cash bar also available. All proceeds in support of New Leaf Link and Frontenac 4H.

Next Food Bank will be on July 4th.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

June 21-  Dance at the ABC Hall 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. to the music of Jebb's Creek Collective. Tickets are $20 each and available at abchall.ca Or, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. If they are not sold out you might be able to buy tickets at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm, music starts at 7 pm.

Annual Zealand Cemetery Service Sunday June 22 at 2pm.

Register Now for Tay Valley Bird Watching! This is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow nature lovers and discover some of our many birds that call Tay Valley their home.  It’s free, and space is limited so be sure to register for our first outing of the season right away! You must register on-line at Tay Valley’s website. Tay Havelock Trail is where you will meet at 6:30 am on Tuesday, June 24th. Equipment Required: Bug Spray, Water, Raincoat (depending on weather), Hiking Boots or Shoes.

Diner's Club is going full pizza mode this month! Join us for Tay Valley's Diner's Club - Pizza & Dessert at the Maberly Community Hall, 180 Maberly Elphin Road on June 26th from 11:30am - 1pm. Call the Municipal Office 613-267-5353 ext.110 to register, so they know how many pizzas to make. Limited space available so be sure to register right away. Funding by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

The Annual Pie in the Sky is Back! – June 28, 9 am to noon (or earlier if the pies sell out) – at the Maberly Fairgrounds, 4884 Bolingbroke Road, Maberly.. Hosted by the Maberly Agricultural Society so that we can have a fun fair this year. Home-made pies are the focus of this event. If you would like to support the Maberly Agricultural Society by donating a pie or two, or three, please contact Rosetta at 613-268-2548 or email her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

July 12 Fish Fry at the ABC Hall – 3166 Bolingbroke Road. Drive thru or eat in. Tickets are $20 per adult and $15 for ages 11 and under. Info available at abchall.ca This is a fundraiser for the ABC Hall. You must purchase your ticket in advance at Onstagedirect.com/ABCHALL.  Eat in time is 6:45pm. There are two drive thru times 5:15pm and 5:45pm.

Book Club w Emily – Partnership with the Perth & District Union Library. Last Tuesday of each month from 1pm-2pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Inquire with the Library for further details (613) 267-1224.

Euchre - Join the Maberly Agricultural Society on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 12 noon. Please contact Sue Munro (613) 268-2507 with any questions or just show up to play at Maberly Community Hall.

Musicial Open Call – Share your Musical Talent with Tay Valley! - The Township is currently recruiting musical volunteers to share their talents at our monthly Maberly Café, in partnership with Lanark Leeds Grenville Alzheimer’s Society. Maberly Café is hosted on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon. Showcase your musical talent, share a song or two, perhaps a mini set. This call goes out to solo artists, instrumentalists and small bands. Call the Municipal Office 613-267-5353 ext.137 if you are interested.  Please share with your talented friends.

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Ompah
by Leane Bailey

Tonight, June 19th at Snow Road Community Centre at 7pm, is their Music Night featuring Jonathan Jones – a talented singer/songwriter with elements of folk, country and blues. Tickets are $15 at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 613-278-1853

A community Junk in the Trunk – Buy/Sell/Trade event is happening at the Ompah Community Centre Rest Stop Parking Lot on Sat. June 21st, from 9am to 1pm.  Contact Patti to book a vendor spot outdoors at 613-390-9516. Snow Road & Clar-Mill Community Halls are also participating at their locations. 

North Frontenac’s Dance & Social, Sat. June 28th, 7pm to 11pm, Clar-Mill Hall, Plevna. Admission by donation, all ages welcome. Live music by Ompah Dom, and Allan Green.

The Ompah Community Centre AGM & Events Planning Meeting will be held on Sat. July 12th at 10am.  Please join us as we elect two new members to the Ompah Executive, celebrate those who have completed their term, and plan the upcoming activities and events for the rest of this year. We value your input and ideas.  Annual Membership is only $1. Refreshments will be served. Join us on Canada Day, July 1st from 11:30am to 2pm for our annual Canada Day Ompah Community Centre Family Picnic.  Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch, and join with us as we celebrate with music, games, and kids/adults activities.  Light refreshments will be provided by the community centre. (juice, potato chips)The Ompah Community Cupboard fridge in the foyer of the Community Centre has many types of canned goods, fruits and vegetables. The Ompah Community Centre Association is purchasing milk, bread, fruit and veggies to add to the offerings. Feel free to come and take what you can use, but please remember to leave items for the next person. The community fridge has been a great success.  The use of the Cupboard is intended for everyone in the community. Thank you to those who have donated.

The Ompah Library is open on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s from 10am to 12noon.  Our library has a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other items.  We also have some free books and puzzles available inside the Hall entrance.

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Parham-Tichborne
by Christine Teal and Colleen Steele

Hope all Dad's had a wonderful day!

Happy Birthday to three lovely ladies who celebrated today. Hope Glenda Sly, Penny Cota and Patsy Quinn have a great day and wonderful year.

Big thank you to the township crew who cut the tree hanging over the Wagarville Road. So many folks either walk/job, bike or drive up this busy road so it's nice to clear up what might have been an accident waiting to happen.

Please be aware when you are driving as so many turtle are out laying their eggs.

Sincere sympathy to the Southall family on their loss.

Did you see the beautiful Strawberry moon - two nights in a row?

Big thank you to all who phone, texted or sent cards and gave hugs to me before my surgery.  I appreciate it. Please send prayers our way as Keith has his surgery this week.

Family and Friends celebrated the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Gord and Bonnie Beattie this past weekend. Congratulations on such a huge milestone.

June 29th there will be no service at the Parham United Church as we are joining at Sharbot Lake to celebrate our anniversary at 10 am. Everyone is invited. Parham members are asked to bring a dessert to share.

Zealand cemetery service is at 2 pm on June. 22.

Congratulations to Wise Choice 3 pitch team on winning their division at the Inverary Tournament last weekend. This is their first year together as a team and after playing back to back to back games to get to the finals they won the final game by 8 runs!  Great job guys and gals! I'm sure you didn't have any problem falling to sleep that night!

Exciting news from the Library for Children (TD Summer Reading Club) for Teens (summer Book-It-List) for Adults (Bask in Books) Track your reading for a chance to win prizes which include Air Pods Pro 2, gift cards to local businesses, LEGO sets, Instax Mini Camera, Bluetooth Speaker, Lululemon bag, 1000 Islands Boat Cruise and more! Info is available at kfpl.beanstack.com. Contest runs from June 14 to Aug 23.

Don't forget the Sharbot Lake Lions Club is selling 50/50 tickets...I have some on hand if you are interested. Draw is on Canada Day!

News from the North and Central Frontenac Food bank....You are invited to our Open House on  Saturday June 21st from 10 am to 12 noon, ar  14152 Rd 38, Sharbot Lake.  It is a chance to meet some volunteers, see how the food bank works and help us celebrate our new name and incorporation. Seed to Sausage are providing free BBQ sausages and we will be selling raffle tickets for a beautiful donated quilt, made by a local resident. Donations are always welcome. Please join us to learn more about our organization and how we make a difference in your community!

Lots of events coming up in the area: Don't forget there are 3 pitch games every Sunday at 6:30 pm held at Mountain Grove, Sharbot Lake and Parham ball diamonds. Lots of great ball being played so come on out and cheer them on!

Minor Ball at the ball field...June 23rd - U9 game at 6:30, June 24th U 7 play at 630 followed by the Junior Men at 830, June 25th the U17 play and then Thursday June 26th the U11 team play at 630. Be sure to come out and cheer them on!

Don't forget the Bellrock Hall is hosting a Strawberry Social from 10 to 4 on Saturday. Be sure to drop in!!

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH: Sunday services continue at 10.00 am. Address: 5614 Perth Rd Crescent, Perth Road, ON K0H 2L0.  SUNDAY SCHOOL program is available for children. Newcomers welcome.

Happy Birthday or Anniversary to those with June Birthdays or Anniversaries.     

COMMUNITY MARKET, in the PERTH ROAD SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL 5622 Perth Road Cres.  The next events will take place weekly on Saturdays, June 28th, July 5th, and July 12th, 9:00 am to 2:00pm. (Please note there is no event on Sat. 21st) For Vendor inquiries/details call Jane at 613-353-7818.

For information about The Sunday School Hall rentals, please call Vera Shepherd at 613-353-2470 or Stephen Bach at 343-364-1033.   

Other Events: Join us for the Annual Wilmer Cemetery Memorial Service on July 13 2025 at 2:00 pm.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Mayors, Councilors and staff have come and gone at our Township office, but one thing that has always remained consistent was seeing Judy Tooley's beautiful smile and having her greet us Hello when we walk in! Heck, Judy has even been working there longer than we've been known as the Township of North Frontenac! After 43 years as a Township Employee, Judy is retiring from her Building Support Clerk Position and starting the next exciting chapter of her life! Thank you for all of your contributions Judy and Our Community wishes you the very best!! 

Congratulations Betty Hunter on receiving the 2025 Senior of the year award! Betty received this award in recognition of all of her outstanding contributions and dedicated hard work after age 65 that made our Community the wonderful place that we enjoy!! Betty is on countless groups in the area; including the Clar-Mill Community Volunteers and the Dark Sky project. Congratulations Betty!! You are an invaluable member of our Community and this award was certainly well deserved! 

Thanks to the 27 people that came out to play Euchre last week on June 10th! Congratulations to Betty M. for winning the high score prize with 74 and to Carrie W. and Paul R. for tying for the most lone hands of 4. Paul drew the high card and went home with the Canada Day Basket of goodies! There is a lot of cost to have the Minister come down to give a service bi-weekly at  The Holy Trinity Anglican Church and to keep this beautiful church open through the year, so our group appreciates your support and invites you to come out to the Plevna Clar-Mill Euchre night (6598 Buckshot Lake Road) at 7pm on Tuesdays! Come out and play cards, enjoy good company and try to win a prize! There are two share the wealth cash prizes each week and there are always refreshments enjoyed after the games. There is no admission fee, but donations are always welcomed. We hope you can join us! 

Nuala wants to let everyone know that her hours of operation are Thursday to Sunday from 9-2pm and she invites you to make a reservation for her takeout supper on Friday nights at the Plevna Shamrock Cafe. Her Yummy Supper pick up is between 4-5pm and be sure and text by Wednesday to place your order because there is a limited quantity to enjoy and you won't want to miss out! For more information you can text 416 834-0988. 

We are now into Week 32 to find the Ace of Spades and win an estimated $28000! The  Lions Club of Land O' Lakes progressive lottery is still running strong. Congratulations to week 31 winner Janet Barber of Cloyne who won $1262 last Sunday. She chose 52 and it held the Jack of hearts. The next draw is this Sunday June 22nd at 11am. Tickets are available online at landolakeslions.ca until midnight on Saturday's or you can purchase tickets from participating businesses in the area. Good luck to all you ticket buyers out there!! 

Were you thinking of having a garage sale? Do you have stuff collecting dust? Are you looking for new treasures? You are invited to reserve a table or go and shop at the three Community Hall One-Day Buy, Sell and Trade event this Saturday June 21 from 9-1pm at The Plevna Clar-Mill Hall (6598 Buckshot Lake Road), Ompah Community Centre (10200 Road 509) and Snow Road Station (14073 Road 509).  To reserve a table inside or a spot outside at any of the 3 halls or for more information, you can call Elizabeth at 613 889-3276. Don't wait and miss out!! 

The River of Life Christian Fellowship (7064 Road 506) welcomes you to bring a friend and join them this Sunday June 22nd to enjoy the Fabulous music stylings  of New Journey at 10:30am. Everybody is welcome and there is a potluck to enjoy after the service. For more information you can call 613 479-0059.

St Kilian's Church invites you to their Fabulous Canada Day Bake Sale and Yard Sale at 5984 Ardoch Road on Sat June 28th from 10-1pm! You won't want to miss this Awesome event!! There is always something for everyone!! 

The North Frontenac first ever dance & Social is coming up on Saturday June 28, from 7-11pm at the Plevna Clar-Mill Hall. Admission is by donation and you are invited to bring a friend to get together with your neighbors for some music, refreshments, dancing and live music compliments of Ompah Dom, Allan Green and Guest Appearance by Jonathon Hermer on fiddle! All ages are welcome!! 

The Plevna Clar-Mill Community Volunteers invite you to their Strawberry Social Fundraiser on Sat July 12th from 10-2pm at 6598 Buckshot Lake Road. They will be having a hamburger and hot dog BAR-B-Q with strawberry shortcake and cold drinks to enjoy! You are then invited to shop around at the Summer Craft Show on site! There will be lots of Fabulous vendors to enjoy inside the hall and outside on the grounds! You can contact Debbie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Betty at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information or to book your spot. 

Are you looking for professionally created vinyl decals to advertise your business? Check out locally owned and operated Highland Vinyl Designs in Plevna!! Amy offers so many creative fun gift ideas and more! She will be at the Plevna Summer Craft Show this year! For more information you can check out her website highlandvinyldesigns.etsy.com or email her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Sharbot Lake
by Greg Rodgers

Our Local Food Bank is inviting you to their open house, on June 21st from 10am to 2pm, at 14152 Rd.38 (Sharbot Lake Country Inn) upstairs. Come and  see how our food bank operates, meet their volunteers, and celebrate their new name and incorporation. Enjoy aa BBQ provided by Seed To Sausage and participate in a raffle for a beautiful donated quilt.

Tonight- (Thursday, June 19th) is your last opportunity, for now, to be introduced and learn more about Pickleball. Join the District 3 Rec committee at the Garrett St. courts at 6pm

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Snow Road

Diners at the Wednesday social dinner and evening enjoyed a variety of dishes followed with desserts.  A couple of rhubarb desserts seemed to be very popular.  As usual, there was a numbers of interesting discussions around the tables.  Only a couple of birthday ‘boys’ were present but everyone signed a card to wish Sandy Ryder a happy 80th birthday.

It was a busy day at the Agricultural Hall in McDonald's Corners on Saturday, June 14th when about seventy descendants of William and Emma Sproule gathered. Happy Birthday was sung to the three cousins celebrating their birthday on this date - Elva Tysick, Sharon Sproule and Kim Sproule.

Tonight, Thursday, June 19th at 7 pm, the Snow Road Community Centre will feature Jonathan Jones at Music Night.

There is still space available if you are planning to set up at the Community Centre for the township’s Buy, Sell and Trade event on Saturday, June 21st.  Sales take place at all three community halls (Ompah, Plevna and Snow Road) from 9 am to 1 pm. 

Sunday, June 22nd is the 179th Elphin Presbyterian Church Anniversary at 11:00 am with Rev. Mario Sassi as the speaker. Crawford's Cemetery service will be at 2 pm that afternoon.

June 24th from 7-10 pm is the date for the Musician's Circle. Come out and enjoy playing music with others. No audience.

Mark Saturday, June 28th from 6 to 8 pm on your calendar for the annual Strawberry Social at the Snow Road Community Centre.  This is always a very strawberrylicious evening.   Contact Sue at 613-278-0841 if you can lend a hand with berry cleaning or making a cake.

Chuckle for the week: My wife thinks I don't respect her privacy enough. At least that's what it says in her diary.

Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

As the school year draws to an end, wishing all the kids young and old an amazing summer.

Have you got your ticket on the ATV draw yet? What are you waiting for? Get into our local Legion branch and grab yours today. Chance to win a 2024 Suzuki 400. To be drawn 1 July 2025 @ 4pm at RCL Bob Richardson Branch 496 Sydenham. License # M635281. Tickets can be purchased from the downstairs lounge 4376 William St in Sydenham - only 200 tickets available. Tickets are $100 each.

Canada Eh! Let's do our Sydenham parade in style this year. Decorate your vehicles..wear a costume. Make a float. Show your Canadian pride. The Sydenham Canada Day Parade will start at 10:30 am, leaving from the Sydenham Firehall and making its way through the village towards The Point Park where the festivities will take place. If you wish to enter a float, please contact Mark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Residents should expect traffic delays and are reminded to drive with caution and obey traffic control measures.

Canada Day Festivities 11am – 4pm, at  The Point Park.  Food, vendors, music, and games! You won't want to miss the Sydenham Canada Day fun. Music from Turpin's Trail, HoozHear?, SFFR will host their famous waterslide, kids fishing booth, cookie decorating, kids game zone, bouncy castle, vendor village, food trucks, ice cream, popcorn, and cotton candy vendors. Our village will be a happening place in the weeks to come. With Line Spike music festival. And then all the Canada Day festivities

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

Beats by the Beach 2025. Enjoy local, live music in a relaxing, picturesque waterfront setting on Saturday, June 21 from 1-3 pm at Mcmullen Beach in Verona. Featuring The Goodnight Irenes. Remember to pack your picnic blanket or lawn chair, your bathing suit, and your toe-tapping shoes!
The Annual Artisan Sale will be held Saturday June 21 starting at 9:30 am at 6522 Rd 38, Verona. Garden art with solars, photo cards, Barbie clothes, denim creations, emotional support chickens, mitts, aprons, jibbitz charms and lots, lots more. Sale will be moved inside if the weather is rainy.
Bellrock Hall will hold a Strawberry Social on Saturday, June 21. There will be 25 + vendors, BBQ, Strawberry dessert, Harrowsmith Brewing Company, Not so Amateur amateurs, children area with inflatables, face painting, cotton Candy, popcorn and more. White elephant table, bake sale, fun and games.
Stuff a Fire Truck event. Help fill the South Frontenac Food Bank. South Frontenac Fire and Rescue will have the Stuff a Fire Truck on Saturday, June 21 from 10 am to 2 pm at Verona Foodland.
The 4th and final Fourteen Island and Mink Lake Golf and Dinner is being held at the Rivendell Golf Club on Saturday June 28th. Shot gun start 1:30 pm. The event is to celebrate the successful $250,000 fundraising goal that was achieved last year to repair the 14 Island Dam ! The FIMLA community is excited that the water table for the entire area is safe with the new dam in place! Lots of prizes to be won! Dinner will be served at 6pm at thee Verona Lions Hall on Sand Lake Road consisting of pulled pork sandwich and all of the fixings. The organization gives a special thanks to the South Frontenac council for their financial assistance. Register for FIMLA Golf and/or Dinner at https://golf.fimla.ca/registration/

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