Vol.22 No.47

Backyard Chickens Raise A Ruckus In South Frontenac

By Jeff Green

The City of Kingston has had a chicken bylaw for the past decade. There are a set of rules that apply, but urban homeowners are able to keep chickens.

In 2018, North Frontenac passed a chicken bylaw, per mitting backyard chickens on all lots that permit a single detached dwelling. The North Frontenac chicken bylaw makes it clear that backyard chickens are “excluded from the definition of a hobby farm”.

In South Frontenac, Council dealt with the matter of backyard chickens in 2010, when an amendment to the comprehensive zoning bylaw made keeping up to ten hens, (no roosters) on lots as small as one acre, within the township.

Unfortunately for a couple of chicken loving South Frontenac residents, that bylaw amendment apparently does not apply on properties that are zoned Limited Ser vice Residential – Waterfront.

The first to find out about it was Judi Curry, who lives on Arbuckle Lane in Bedford District. She put in a selfcontained chicken pen in 2021, and keeps 9 chickens in a large pen that is decorated with daycare furniture left over from her previous business.

The chickens provide eggs and companionship.

“Due to the pandemic, I missed my family and was feel ing isolated. My little chickens have helped and support ed me dealing with stress, loneliness and isolation. My chickens had brought me so much joy … and now eggs, which have become part of our daily nutrition,” she said in a letter to the township in the fall of 2021.

She wrote the letter because she was visited by the Frontenac Bylaw Services, who had been contacted, after a complaint was lodged with the township from a neighbouring property owner.

After the visit, she received a letter from Bylaw Ser vices.

“Your property is zoned RLSW – Limited Service Res idential – Waterfront and in this zone agricultural uses are not permitted … from the township’s perspective the

above deficiency must be rectified and it is therefore re quested that you remove the animals within 14 days … “ said the letter.

She contacted Alan Revill, who was a Bedford District Council member, and he managed to put the matter on hold while the township did some further research into their bylaws. Nothing happened, but a year later another complaint was filed and Frontenac Bylaw Services re turned and on August 15 (2022). She received a new letter asking that the chickens be removed. She has not been fined for any infraction and there has been no follow up visit this fall.

Judi Curry contacted Alan Revill again, and again he told her to wait, and after the election the new council will look at the matter. And that is where the matter stands now, and with Revill no longer on council, she has con tacted the new members of council from Bedford, Steve Pegrum and Charlene Godfrey, to look into the matter.

“The whole matter of livestock is an issue. It makes no sense for backyard chickens to be classed as livestock. Keeping chickens for eggs is no more an agricultural use than growing tomatoes in a garden. Are we going to re strict vegetable gardening in South Frontenac?” said Judi Curry.

Just last week, another South Frontenac resident, Frances Broome from Noble Lane, in a rural area within the hamlet of Battersea, received a similar letter. She also has under 10 chickens, and a neighbour has submit ted a complaint, leading to her own visit and letter from Frontenac Bylaw Services.

In her case, the chickens are not even layers, they are purely companion birds.

“They are called Silkie’s, not a breed you would choose if you wanted eggs,” France Broome said. The bylaw offi cer said they are considered to be livestock, and keeping livestock is not permitted in my zone. But they are pets, not livestock, and that is part of the problem.”

Broome has contacted Norm Roberts and Ron Sleeth, the two Storrington Councillors.

Christmas Season is Upon Us

Saturday (Nov. 26). In Sydenham, the pa rade kicks off from the Firehall at 11 am. After the parade, there will be hot chocolate and treats at the Firehall along with a per formance by the Sydenham High School Band. In Northbrook, the Land O'Lakes Li ons Parade starts at 1pm at the Lion's Hall. It will be followed by refreshments back at the hall.

By Jeff Green

“I’m going to recommend to council that we put a hold on this enforcement, and look into a change in the zoning sometime next year. They can keep chickens in Kingston, after all. Part of the problem comes from her being lo cated in the Battersea Hamlet area, even though it is not in the built up part of Battersea at all,” he said.

“I grew up in Battersea, and half of the families in Bat tersea had chickens in their yard. I don’t know why they can’t do that now,” he added. ■

on page 10, or for events this week right through to Christmas, go to Everythingfron tenac.ca/events. ■

Sunday (Nov. 27). Shows start at 7pm (1pm on Sunday) and tickets are available at The Cardinal Cafe and the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy, $15 adults, $10 under 18.

The joys of rural Christmas parades are upon us. The Christmas craft season starts just after Halloween, but it is not until the parade and concert season get under way that the season really kicks into gear.

And the joys of a rural parade are many. When the ratio of parade participants and attendees at the parade is close to 1-1, and the parade only takes up an hour or so out of a busy weekend day, that's a rural parade.

Two of inconic parades are set for this

Also on Sunday, the Frontenac Women's Chorus performs their annual Christmas Concert at Trinity United Church in Verona at 2pm, and at 7pm Chris Murphy and Jes sica Wedden are performing at the Inver ary United Church Hall. Both concerts are being presented for a free will offering, and the Women's Chorus is also collecting do nations to the food bank.

And the weekend also features the re turn of Live Theatre to Sharbot Lake. North Frontenac Little Theatre presents The Red Lamp at the Soldiers Memorial Hall, a play that was performed in the same hall 100 years earlier, in 1922, the year that the hall was opened. The play has been altered a bit and there is a new cast. Local perfomers, Riley Merrigan, Courtney Kane, and Leslie Merrigan will perform before the shows on Thursday (Nov. 24), Friday (Nov. 25) and

The following weekend there are three more parades. The 3rd annual Battersea Santa Claus Parade starting at 1pm on December 3 at Storrington Public School, and proceeding to the United Church for re freshments. And at 6pm, the world's longest parade sets out from the North Frontenac Township Office in Ardoch, and proceeds to the Ompah Hall for refreshments. On Sun day, December 4th, a stationary parade is set for the Parham Ballfield.

Next weekend also features the return of the Festival of Trees in Sharbot Lake after a 3 year absence. The festival runs from 11-8 on Friday, December 2, and 10-4 on Saturday, December 3.

On the second weekend of December, the Sharbot Lake Parade is back on De cember 10, at 1pm in Saturday in beautiful downtown Sharbot Lake.

Finally, on December 17th, the stationary parade in Denbigh takes place at the Den bigh Heritage Park fropm 5pm - 7pm.

For a full list of events over the next two weeks, look to Northern Happenings

‘Tis the Season

Here at the News, we’re gearing up for the production of our annual Christmas issue on December 15.

Attention Readers: Please send us your stories, poems, memories, crafts, and favourite recipes of Christmas.

Attention Clergy: Please let us know the dates and the times of your Christmas services and any special events at your churches.

Attention Young Artists: Our annual Christ mas art contest is open to all elementary school-aged children. The winning entries will be published on the front pages of our Decem ber 16 issue. Entries must be original artwork, 8½”x11”, done in pencil crayons (no markers) on white paper, and must be clearly marked with the child’s name, age, grade, and school (if applicable). Please mail submissions to: P.O. Box 229, Sharbot Lake, ON. K0H 2P0, deliver to our office at 1095 Garrett Street in Sharbot Lake or send a scan to info@fronteacnews.ca The deadline is Thursday, Dec.8

Judi Curry recieved a letter from South Frontenac Bylaw telling her to remove her chickens from her property.

Kasren Steele and Hope Andrew in The Red Lamp, November 24, 25, 27 at the Oso Hall, Sharbot Lake.

Addington Highlands To Try Evening Meetings For 6 Mos

By Craig Bakay

Reeve Henry Hogg began the inaugural meeting of the new Addington Highlands Council meeting Nov. 15 at the Denbigh Community Centre by offering his congratu lations to all the new and returning members of Council.

“We will work towards all of the things that were identi fied during the recent election,” he said.

They did just that.

After naming Council members to the various commit tees and positions, they proceeded with a rather busy meeting agenda, not the least of which was looking at and rearranging the meeting schedule itself.

In recent years, the first meeting of a given month was generally held in Flinton at 1pm. The second meeting was in Denbigh, generally at 7pm except between November and March, when meetings were held at 1pm in defer ence to potential winter weather situations.

However, when it came time to pass a new meeting schedule, Coun. Helen Yanch pointed out that the issue did come up during the election campaign.

“I have to think that maybe there were some people who would have liked to run but found it tough to get time off to attend day meetings,” Yanch said.

She suggested trying 6:30pm meetings for a year while monitoring the number of people who attend the meet ings as well as those who watch online.

“We haven’t had evening meetings in Denbigh during the winter because of weather concerns,” said Coun. Kir by Thompson. “Perhaps we could try it for six months.”

“By the way, Lennox & Addington is one of the few counties that have night meetings (6:30pm) said Hogg.

“It bothers me a little about the long hours staff has to put in,” said Thompson.

“We used to have night meetings but that wasn’t fair to staff,” said Hogg.

CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Christine Reed proposed that beginning in January (when there is only one meeting scheduled), they try 6:30pm meetings.

“We’ll bring it back in May and see how it went,” Reed said.

Thompson was the lone ‘no’ vote on the resolution. Committee appointments

Tony Fritsch was named to the position of Deputy Reeve by virtue of receiving the most votes in Ward 1. In Addington Highlands, the Deputy Reeve must be from the Ward that the Reeve doesn’t reside in. Reeve Henry Hogg lives in Ward 2.

New Coun. Ken Hook was named as the alternate to County Council.

Coun. Helen Yanch and Kirby Thompson were named to the Library Board.

Hogg, Thompson and Hook were named to the Joint Fire Committee with Yanch as alternate.

Yanch was named to the Mississippi Valley Conserva tion Authority.

Thompson volunteered to replace Hogg on the Quinte Conservation Authority.

“I don’t wish to return, I have other things on my mind,” said Hogg.

Fritsch was named to the Renfrew County Veterinary Services Committee.

Former Council member Bill Cox expressed a desire to return to the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance and Council agreed to it.

Yanch and Hook were named to the AHEAD Commit tee.

Fritsch and Yanch were named to the Properties and Recreation Committee.

Fritsch, Hook and Thompson were named to the Per sonnel and Finance Committee.

Budget Report

“I think we’re in decent shape,” Manager of Roads and Waste Brett Reavie told Council in presenting his third quarter budget report. “However, we have spent all the fuel we had budgeted for.”

Coun. Ken Hook asked about reserves and CAO/ClerkTreasurer Christine Reed responded: “General reserves are quite healthy but (unexpected fuel costs) would put a big dent in it, so we’re hopeful.”

Building report, and the pigeons as well

Building/Bylaw/Facilities Manager David Twiddy re ported building permit application numbers continue to slow “but there are a number of applications in the queue requiring further information.”

He said septic applications have continued to come in at a steady pace but as the weather gets cold, they will quickly draw to a close as freezing temperatures will force septic inspections to the spring of 2023.

He said they continue to explore solutions to the pigeon problem at the rink in Flinton.

Hamper subsidy bumped up.

Council approved an additional $250 donation to the Land O’Lakes Community Services Hamper Program. Council had already budgeted $500 but at the request of Coun. Helen Yanch, decided to bump it up because of the rise in the cost of food due to inflation.

“There were some grants we had budgeted for but peo ple didn’t request them so we can accommodate this,” said CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Christine Reed. ■

‘Now the real work begins,’ Mayor tells CF Council

By Craig Bakay

“The exciting part of campaigning is over and now the real work begins,” Central Frontenac Mayor Frances Smith told her new Council at their inaugural meeting Nov. 15 in Sharbot Lake. “Since I didn’t have to campaign (having been acclaimed as Mayor) I missed out on all those opportunities to make a speech.

Smith said she’s lost track of the number of years she’s

been involved in municipal politics.

“But maybe that’s a good thing. I’m not stuck in old ideas (and) I’m very open to doing things differently for the right reasons.”

She said she doesn’t believe that change is bad but “I do believe that change must make sense and be done for the right reasons.”

She noted that a lot of candidates campaigned on a platform of making changes and said: “I would ask all of you to take the time to learn why we do what we do,

why decisions are made the way they are made, be pre pared to suggest alternatives and be prepared to discuss and make compromises where compromises need to be made. None of us has the market on the best ideas.”

She encouraged councillors to give staff some time to get used to a new Council and its decision-making style.

“Our staff work hard for us and it isn’t easy when your bosses change every four years.”

She said she hoped the returning councillors would of fer their insights and help the new councillors along the way.

“I certainly hope you en joy reading because one of the things in this job is you will get lots to read,” she said.

She encouraged Council to remember the Township as a whole.

“As politicians, we often feel it’s our obligation to try and fix every little prob lem that’s brought to us,” she said. “We have to look at the whole Township in terms of priorities and bud gets — not focus on who wants what done. Budget ing and seeing the impact

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She said that nobody wants their taxes to rise and that includes Council.

“We’re taxpayers too,” she said. “That is why some projects have to be pushed to the future or wait until we can get a grant.

“Together we can make this a great place to live, work, play and raise our families.”

Senior posts to experienced ward 4 councillors Coun. Phillip Smith was named as Dep. Mayor, which is a one-year term.

Coun. Nicki Gowdy was named as Cen tral Frontenac’s second County Council representative.

First Day jitters

All of the new councillors got a chance to speak and while just about everyone took the opportunity to thank the community and their supporters as well as saying how they were looking forward to working with Coun cil and staff, new Coun. Bill Everett had a little different take on his new position.

“I’m excited to be here but also some what terrified,” Everett said. “All I can hope

is that we all go out in four years with the same popularity we have coming in here.

Other appointments

The inaugural meeting is also when com mittee appointments are doled out and new Coun. Craig Middleton figures to be the bus iest having volunteered for the Eastern On tario Trails Committee, Human Resources Advisory Committee, District 3 Recreation Committee, Sharbot Lake Farmers Market Committee, the Heritage Festival Commit tee, Central Frontenac Trails Revitaliza tion Committee, and the Central Frontenac Washroom Facilities Committee.

Other committee appointments of note include Lynn Klages to Quinte Conserva tion, Cindy Kelsey to Mississippi Valley Conservation, Susan Irwin to Rideau Val ley Conservation, Bill Everett to Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee, Danny Meeks and Phillip Smith to the Frontenac Arena Board, Lynn Klages to District 1 Recreation, Danny Meeks to District 2 Recreation and Nicki Gowdy to District 4 Recreation.

Speaking

it like it is

When there didn’t seem to be much of a rush to step up for the Deputy Mayor’s po sition, Mayor Frances Smith said: “C’mon guys, it’s not that tough of a job.”

That prompted Coun. Craig Middleton to say: “I’ve only been on this for five min utes, I’ll pass.” ■

New Mayor takes the Council Helm in North Frontenac

things but hasn’t been seen in most mu nicipalities in some time). Another change (that has been seen in all municipalities) is that the Mayor and councillors all pledged to be faithful to and bear allegiance to King Charles III.

The meeting began with the playing of the National Anthem (something that used to be a regular occurrence with these

“I’ve been told municipal politics is the most rewarding but also the most difficult and challenging of the three levels of gov ernment,” Lichty said in his opening re marks. “Both are true. (But) there are no massive prairies, mountain ranges or po litical boundaries to separate us. We are here. Let us know your thoughts and ideas (and) help us make it better. Let’a have a little fun, get it together.”

The new Mayor did show he could have a little fun, both at the expense of another member of Council and at his own.

When told it was his responsibility to appoint Coun. John Inglis as chair of the Economic Development Task Force, Lich ty made a slight slip of the tongue saying “I name Coun. John Inglis as Mayor.”

After realizing his mistake and correct ing it, Lichty chuckled when Inglis told him: “That will make the paper.”

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Lichty era in North Frontenac officially began Nov. 21 in Plevna with the inaugural meeting of the new Council under new Mayor Gerry Lichty (who de feated Ron Higgins in the recent municipal election).

COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613)

Arden Wanda Harrison 335-3186

Battersea / Storrington Amanda Pantrey 353-6653

Cloyne / Northbrook Stepanie Regent

Denbigh Gail Fritsch 613-333-2224

Godfrey Kelli McRobert

Harrowsmith Gregg Hamelin 613-376-6665

Henderson Jean Brown 336-2516

Inverary Judy Borovskis 353-1768

Maberly-Bolingbroke Karen Prytula 325-1354

Mississippi Pearl Killingbeck 278-2127

Ompah Linda Rush 479-2570

Marily Seitz 479-2855

Parham-Tichborne ........Colleen Steele 375-6219 Christine Teal 375-6525

Perth Road Peter Bird 353-7303

Plevna Rhonda Watkins 613-264-5325

Sydenham Karen Brawley 376-9848

Verona Debbie Lingen

DENbIGH & VENNACHAr

Gail Fritsch 613-333-2224

tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca

The Denbigh Library has a few more new additions for ev eryone to enjoy. The Denbigh Community Foodbank is open Tuesday December 13 at 10:30 a.m. If you are in need they would be glad to help. Call 613-333-2224

Land O Lakes Community Services is hosting Denbigh Din

• ers (Turkey Dinner for $15 each) on Monday December 5, 2022. They will be having special music and you will have op portunity to visit with the community. Call Betty 613-333-2366 to reserve your spot.

GODFrEY

• 2026 term in the Frontenac counties.

Council members who were recently sworn in for the 2022-

Cereal needed!!! Please donate a box or two if you can...

• drop off at the food bank deck at 4295 Stagecoach Road, or use the collection bins at your nearest Foodland. Watch for food drives happening at businesses around the townships as well--thank you to the Municipality of South Frontenac, Mulrooney Trucking, and Deep Rooted Massage who are all collecting food for them this month!

Saturday, December 3rd at 11am-2pm, Santa Claus is

• coming to Verona. Santa and his sleigh will be located in the Revell parking lot. Event presented by Nicole's Gifts. Bring

your own camera to capture the moment.

Central Frontenac Holiday Lighting Contest is looking for

• homes with holiday lights. Submit a photo or video with the home address by December 11th to osoreccommittee@ gmail.com and then head to the Facebook page to vote be tween December 12-18th. Winners to be announced on De cember 19th.

GREC's children's Christmas store is looking for donations

• of gently used items. Their elementary students 'shop' for the special people in their life. No student is turned away & noth ing is more than $2. Items can be dropped off at GREC by Dec 5th. Donations should be small enough for students to be able to carry home on the bus.

HArLOWE

Marie White

613-336-2557

I want to thank the people for taking the time to pick up

• the phone, saying ‘Marie, how are you?’ and for telling me how much they miss my column in the paper. It gave me a burst of strength. So nice. There is so much I would have liked to share with you over the months, but could not pick up the pen.

Earlier in the summer a raccoon got in the pen and ate my

• 4 ducks. Next night he got 7 hens. Thanks to Terry Good, the raccoon went to the great unknown, beyond the sunset, with a full tummy. This surely upset me.

Our usual date in December for the Fiddlers in December

• would be on the 16th, and for Open Mic it would be Decem ber 24, Christmas Eve. So, we are combing the two into one event, on December 17. We will be service hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, veggies and pie. Admission is $15 for the public, $10 for entertainers. It runs from 1pm -5pm. If you play, bring your instrument, or bring your voice if you sing. All welcome. December 17, don’t forget.

Belated birthday greeting to Kim Dix. I hope Lorraine made

• you a big cheesecake with 80 candles last Friday.

H A rr OWS m ITH

Gregg Hamelin 613-376-6665 ghamelin3585@gmail.com

Rebekah’s pie sale - Apple, strawberry rhubarb, blueberry, pumpkin, raspberry, cherry. To order call 613-876-1330. The last date to order is Sunday, December 4 with a pick-up date of Sunday, December 11 between 9am and 11am at the Golden Links Hall. Cost is $15 Friday, November 25, the Harrowsmith and District Social &

• Athletic Club is once again pleased to announce their semi-an nual Chinese dinner and Quarter Auction. At the club at 4041 Colebrooke Road, Harrowsmith. Dinner starts at 18:30. Tickets are $18 for active members and $20 for non-members available through harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com or call 613-549-2937.

Rebekah's twelve (12) days of Christmas draw. The first

• draw will be December 1st and the last one on December 12th. Tickets are $5 each or 3/$10. You could win a 32” smart TV, $100 cash and much more. Tickets can be purchased at the Golden Links Hall on Tuesday mornings from 10 - 12 AM and Thursday afternoons from 3pm -5pm. All proceeds going to the Almost Home Kimmy Fund. Friday, December 2, from 7pm to 9:30pm the Harrowsmith

• Odd Fellows & Rebekah’s are starting up youth dances for chil dren in elementary school. Cost is $6. Although there is no

grade limit, we tend to get mostly children from grades 5 to 8. If your child is in grade 4 and you feel that he or she is mature enough then please bring them. The canteen will be open with pop, bars, gum and chips.

HENDErSON

Jean Brown 613-336-2516

Folks are looking forward to this Sat Nov. 26 for a tree lighting

• ceremony at the Mill Pond in Arden at 7:00 PM, featuring cook ies made by local volunteers, hot chocolate from Circle Square Ranch, decorating by the Matson family and volunteers, and power for the lights by Helen Maberley. Our Fire Dept will direct the traffic and they are truly fantastic- having seen them here in emergency and perilous situations.

INVErArY

Judy Borovskis borovskis@kingston.net

South Frontenac Township Council! Thank you from all of

• the volunteers attending the luncheon last Saturday. Special thanks to Amanda Pantrey for a job well done and to The Cook ery – food was delicious. It was a perfect setting with opportu nity to mingle and meet volunteers from the various organiza tions. Mellow Lily is beauty and talent all in one! A wonderful musician with a wide range of music offering something for everyone.

Chris Murphy in Concert! with special guest Jessica Wed

• den, November 27th at 7:00 pm. at Inverary United Church. Free will offering in support of the church. Definitely an event not to miss!

3rd Annual Battersea Santa Claus Parade Saturday Decem

• ber 3 starting at 1 pm. from Storrington Public Scool and end ing with hot chocolate with Santa at Battersea United Church. Family Fun – Everyone Welcome!

Tickets Available - $5 ! Ten Days Left! Great Prizes. Please • support the Light Up Our Diamonds Campaign for Ken Garrett Memorial Park. Draws December 4th at 4 pm.

Mega LCBO Bottle Drive December 2, 3, 4 from 10 am. to 4 pm. at the entrance to Ken Garrett Park. Drop your returns in the trailer – and buy your lucky tickets! We need your help! $24,000 still owing on the lights.

Breakfast with Santa! on Saturday, December 3rd at the • Storrington Lions Club Hall 8:00 to 11:00 am. Includes a meal, activities for kids and time with Santa! Cost is a free-will dona tion.

Food Drive to fill Christmas Baskets! December 9th drop off

• time 1 to 5 at the Storrington Lion's Hall. Suggestions are ce real (ie Rice Krispies and Cheerios), crackers, ketchup, tooth paste, relish, mustard, dish soap, white sugar, cookies, peanut butter, jam, spaghetti & sauces, Stove Top Stuffing, cranberry sauce, white bread, brown bread, cheese, eggs, butter, bacon or small hams , paper towel, gravy, coffee, tea. Any and All do nations gratefully accepted. Also give thought to warm mittens, hats and socks! Put a warm smile on a happy face!

Karen Prytula 613-325-1354 karenprytula@gmail.com

Tay

Kelli McRobert kattgrrrl@gmail.com

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walls of the BVM Hall in Stanleyville, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming with the sound of the Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra. Tay Valley Township Councillors and staff gathered to show their appreciation to the volunteers who dedi cated so much of their time and effort to help make Tay Valley Township the caring, connected community that it is. At least 59 volunteers were thanked.

mISSISSIPPI

Pearl Killingbeck

• Gemmill on her passing.

613-278-2127

Sympathy to the family, friends and neighbours of Mary

Thank you to Gilbert Riddell for the lovely Elvis picture clock.

• It is beautiful. Thank you so much. Everyone knows how much I love Elvis.

"Silver Cross"

Sincere condolences to the family of the late Jack White as

• well as the Hannah family on the loss of Jane daughter of the late Fred and Vivian Hannah.

Thinking of you to Davide Sly and Doug Fox.

• Did you know that Nov. 29 is National Day of Giving. Think

• about what you are able to give whether it's time, monetary or food donations.

Central Frontenac District #3 Recreation Committee is spon

• soring a holiday lighting contest for Central Frontenac residenc es. 1st prize is $100 gift card, 2nd prize is a $50 gift card. Be sure to cast your vote for this.

• entitled "My Favourite Things"

Festival of Trees is once again happening on Dec. 2 and 3

• you have your tickets.

The Red Lamp Play is on this week Nov. 24, and 25. Hope

VE r ONA

Debbie Lingen

debbie@lingens.com

The Verona Lions are having an Eat in dinner with limited

• take out (please let them know ahead of time) Includes chicken, fries, coleslaw, dessert. Advanced tickets only, they cannot of fer ticket sales the day of the event. Saturday November 26 , 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Tickets can be purchased at Verona Hard ware and Asselstine Hardware. You can also log onto the face book page of Lions International Club of Verona, Ontario to see the link for purchasing tickets.

A Christmas Concert by the Frontenac Women's Chorus will

• Methodist Church is hosting a pot luck supper at the Snow Road Community Centre. Dinner at 5:00 PM. Turkey and ham will be supplied. Bring a friend and your favourite dish. Music by the Abrahms and the Waltons. Everyone is welcome.

Reminder: Sunday, December 4th, the Mississippi Free

P E r TH rOAD

Peter Bird

613-353-7303 p.bird@xplornet.ca

• be held on Sunday November 27 at 2 PM at Trinity United Church in Verona. Admittance is by an item for the food bank and a free will offering. Wearing of masks is encouraged. They hope to see you there!

It's going to be a very merry Christmas Dinner's Club on

On November 17th, seven people from this area headed to

• Northbrook for the Alzheimer Society Fundraiser. Lorie Ryder, Erma Millar, Valerie Truelove, Harriett Riddell, Alice Gilchrist (our driver), Denzel Killingbeck and myself. It was held at the Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church. Fifty-two people attended. There were people from Pine Meadow Retirement Home, the Golden Girls, the Lion’s Club and others from the area. It was a wonderful morning that just flew by. There was a lady playing the piano and everyone joined in singing Christmas carols and another lady was teaching people how to line dance with some great country music. There was a table full of Christmas orna ments and decorations available for a donation. A lovely table of fruit, squares and other goodies and pots of coffee and tea. A great morning. Between donations and sales of Alzheimer Forget Me Not coffee they raised over $2,000. After it was over we headed to Plevna and enjoyed lunch at the North of 7 It was a great girls day out (with one man).

Happy Birthday to Kip and hello to Esther.

OmPAH

Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com 613-479-2570

Marily Seitz seitz@xplornet.ca 613-479-2855

Linda and Stan blew out the candles and made wishes at the • November Birthday Bash. There is quite a bit of food in the freezer left over from the Hunter Dinner. So at the December 21st Bash, roast beef, gravy, potatoes, corn, carrots and turnip will be served. Just bring a small salad or dessert to round out the meal. Everyone is welcome.

There is a box in the foyer of the Community Centre for Food • Bank collection. Please put non-perishable healthy foods in the box and it will be delivered to the Food Bank. I understand that collections are also being made at each of the fire halls. Let's help out those who could use a little extra.

The Children's Christmas Party will be held in the Ompah • Hall on Sat., Dec. 3 at 2:00. There will be crafts, face paint ing, light snacks and photos with Santa. Please register with Michelle (1-613-318-4039) as soon as possible to arrange a gift for your child. The Santa Claus Parade takes place that evening starting at the Township Office at 6pm and ending at the Ompah Hall. Christmas is coming!

The Cookie Exchange takes place at the Ompah Hall on • Sat. Dec. 10 at 10am. Bring your favorite Christmas cookies to share, and take home a wonderful variety of others favorites.

Fiddlers and Friends will provide the music for the Carol Ser • vice at the Sharbot Lake United Church on Sun., Dec. 11 at 10am. Come out and enjoy the music and sing Christmas car ols together. Everyone welcome.

Upcoming events at Perth Rd. Sunday School Hall: Tuesday Lunches. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for

• home-made soup, sandwiches and desert.

• Holliday spirit! Dec. 11th. Payment by Goodwill offering.

Xmas Concert: Chris Murphy & Jon McLurg to get you in the

Local Rotary cash calendar and photos. 312 chances to win

• giving $15,000 in prizes. For only $20.00 great Xmas gift. Avail able at Inverary Pharmasave, Mrs Garrett's Bakery, Trousdale Home Hardware, Sydenham Farm and Pet store, or call Dar lene at 613 353 1142.

PLEVNA

Rhonda Watkins

613-264-5325

rhonda139@gmail.com

The 2022 North Frontenac Santa Claus Parade and Christ

• mas Party is coming up on Saturday December 3rd! You are in vited to visit and get your photo with Santa! There will be crafts and face painting at the party too! The parade will leave the North Frontenac Township office in Plevna at 6pm and make its way East on the 506/509 towards the Ompah Community Center! Everyone is invited to participate with a float in the pa rade and if you are interested, please contact Dillon Boles at 613 650-7746.

The Lions Club of Land O Lakes Santa Claus Parade in • Northbrook is this Saturday November 26th at 1pm. This Pa rade starts at the Lions Hall South on Hwy 41 to Peterson Road to Airport Road to Allison Drive and ending back at the Lions Hall. To join this parade, please contact Lion Maude at event slionscluboflandolakes@gmail.com

After the parade you are invited into the Lion's Hall to meet • Santa and his live Reindeer from 1-3pm and enjoy hot choco late and cookies. Children are also invited to shop at the Holly Shop! Fun for the whole family!!

S YDENHA m

Karen Brawley 613-376-9848

Syd’s Cafe has returned. Syd’s Café returns to Sydenham • High School today (Nov. 24) for the first time in years .. student artists will be performing their talents (singing, playing instru ments etc) and all proceeds will be going towards the food bank. Come out and see some of our own local students per form, Admission is $2 or a donation to the Food Bank. Baked goods and Drinks for sale

Wow. Friday night, tree lighting ceremony at township hall, • and Santa Claus comes to town Saturday. Craft and vendor sales. If this doesn’t get one in the festive spirit. Perhaps you need to add some spirits to your egg nog (haha)

If this coming weekends Christmas events have you in the • shopping mood. Our village is amazing, we’ve got some pretty amazing local options to help with your Christmas shopping list. Thanks to all our local businesses who have worked hard to ensure our locals have all they need this holiday season.

• Thursday December 1st at Verona Free Methodist Church, 6804 Hwy 38. Join us at noon for a fabulous turkey dinner, lots of laughs, and a conversation about the health benefits of hu mor by Nurse/Comedian, Amy Sloan. Just $10 per person, 55+. You must pre-register by November 28. Please call Joanne at 613-376-6477 ext 303.

ArDEN

Wanda Harrison 613-335-3186 wmharrison070@gmail.com

On Saturday November 26, the Arden Legion will be hosting

• a Euchre Tournament, with registration at 12:30 pm. The $10 per person with the games beginning at 1pm. There will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes. Lunch is available at noon.

Take in the first celebration of the Christmas season joining

• the Friends of Arden Saturday evening, November 26, 7pm at the Mill Pond. There will be carol singing and Hot Chocolate and cookies available for everyone.

Bingo, at the Arden Legion, continues Thursday evening 6

• pm sharp. If you think that this is just a waste of an hour of your time, I will tell you that there was a lucky winner last Thursday. Actually, this person was a double winner on her single card. Congrats to her. You could be the next lucky person. To make this short one hour more exciting, mark Thursday December 8, as this is night all cash prizes are doubled!!

Festival of Trees weekend is just round the corner, await

• ing your entries. Bring your creations to Oso Hall Thursday December 1, at 1pm. Friday morning, December 2 the judging will take place, with a luncheon at the Sharbot Lake Crossing. Raffle tickets will be drawn on Saturday December 3 at 4pm. Just a reminder to everyone, the Festival of Trees helps the community with summer plantings.

On Wednesday November 30 at 6pm Circle Square Ranch

• will host a full course Turkey Dinner. Please RSVP this free will offering dinner, to arden@csr.ca or call 613-335-5403.

There are 2 Christmas Vendor sales on December 3. One

• a Circle Square Ranch, in Arden 10am to 3pm and one in Northbrook at the Northbrook Lions Club. Both sales feature local crafters most from the Arden and surrounding districts. Arden’s Loonstruck Creations will be one of the vendors in Northbrook.

Every Wednesday at 7pm there continues to be Bible study

• at the Arden Church. The Saturday December 10. The Ar den Church will be holding a Fundraiser luncheon. Starting at 11am and ending at 1 pm the luncheon will cost $15 per per son. There will sandwiches, soups and many tasty desserts. On December 11. 2pm to 5pm. there will be an open house at

Sharbot Lake Chiropractic & Wellness

Dr. Gian Kaillon

Sharbot Lake 613.279.2100

www.sharbotlakechiropractic.ca

Lift Light To Shovel Right

With the season’s heavy snowfalls well under way, improper snow shovelling is often to blame for injuries. Shovelling your walkway or driveway after a storm does not have to leave you stiff and sore. With a little know-how, you can clear the snow without the all-too-common back, neck and shoulder pain. Here’s how:

Before you start

• Drink plenty of water. Dehydration is just as big an issue in the winter months as it is in the summer.

Dress in several layers so you can remove a layer as you get warm.

• Wear proper footwear. Shoes and boots with solid treads on the soles can help to minimize the risk of slips and falls.

• pick the right shovel. Use a lightweight, non-stick, push-style shovel. A smaller blade will require you to lift less snow, putting less strain on your body. An ergonomically correct model (curved handle) will help prevent injury and fatigue. Also, if you spray the blade with a silicone-based lubricant, the snow will slide off more easily.

• Warm-up for 5 to 10 minutes before beginning any snow removal to get your joints moving and increase blood circulation. A brisk walk will do it.

Additional Tips: push, don’t throw: Push the snow to one side and avoid throwing it. If you must throw it, avoid twisting and turning — position yourself to throw straight at the snow pile. Bend your knees: Use your knees, leg and arm muscles to do the pushing and lifting while keeping your back straight.

Watch for ice: Be careful on icy walkways and slippery surfaces. Intermittent thaws and subsequent freezing can lead to ice building up underfoot, resulting in nasty slips and falls. Throwdown some salt or sand to ensure you have a good footing.

Part of any inaugural Council meeting is appointment to committees, boards and task forces, etc. but most of the appointments this time around were deferred to a lat er meeting. Part of that was likely due to the absence of Coun. Gerry Martin, whom Coun. John Inglis suggested had expressed an interest in being both Deputy Mayor and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority represen tative.

Council did however elected Coun. Fred Fowler as the Township’s second representative on Frontenac County Council (the Mayor is the first rep) by a narrow vote over Inglis. Inglis was named as the alternate to County Coun cil.

Fowler was also once again named to the Eastern On tario Trails Alliance and new Coun. Stephanie Regent to the Lakelands Family Health Team.

One thing that tends to come up at most inaugural Council meetings is a suggestion that meeting times and dates be revisited.

Coun. Roy Huetl led that charge saying “it came up during the election campaign that we need to have eve

ning meetings in the summer to accommodate seasonal residents.”

“We’ve tried that in the past with no success,” said Good. “And it makes for a long day for staff, some of whom are entitled to overtime.”

“We did experience trying different halls too but that didn’t work,” said Inglis. “I would prefer to carry on the way we have been (every third Friday at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers in Plevna) because I’m old and I don’t like change.”

At the urging of Clerk/Planning Manager Tara Mieske (the one tasked with making up the schedule, Council de cided to go with every third Friday at 9 a.m. (meaning the next three meetings will Dec. 16, Jan. 6 and Jan. 27) until the end of May when the issue will be revisited.

Donation accepted Council voted to accept the donation of a Colebrook painting of Red Horse Lake which is part of the Township Parklands (seven campsites off Arcol Road).

Coun. John Inglis was the lone no vote, arguing that if it went up in the Ompah Hall, “something else will have to come down.

“Thanks but no thanks.” ■

Community Café Coming To Piccadilly Next Week

Rural Frontenac Community Services (RFCS) is trying something new.

Juana Gramajo, the Program Outreach Co-ordinator for the Community Support Services (CSS) basket of services that RFCS offers for seniors, has been working with other staff members on a new program. The Community Café pro gram provides an informal opportunity for seniors to gather together in the small communities that RFCS serves.

Community Café’s were held across the region in Octo ber, with informative presentations from a variety of present ers, along with wellness checks from the Frontenac Para medicine Program, when they are available

“Once the first few Community Cafe’s were under our belt, we have been working to further develop the program and arrange for speakers that are of interest to the people who have attended,” said Gramajo.

The next set of Café’ events will kick off next Wednesday, (November 30) at the Piccadilly Hall in the Godfrey area. It

South Frontenac Council

By Wilma Kenny

n lieu of a regular meeting last week, South Frontenac held a swearing-in and welcome event for the new and returning Council members (who had had an information/ orientation meeting the previous week.)

Each Councillor took their oath individually, following it with a thank-you to their supporters, commenting briefly on some of the projects Council would be working on. Several mentioned Highway 38 and Sunbury Road resur facing and improvements, the Verona Seniors’ housing development, and the new Official Plan. Councillor Rob erts included electrical charging stations in his list. Of the eight Councillors, five are returning, and three are new: Charlene Godfrey and Steve Pegrum will represent Bed ford District, and Scott Trueman, whose “Wow! Exciting!” was a refreshing touch of enthusiasm, replaces outgoing Ross Sutherland in Loughborough.

Mayor Vandewal spoke of his election for a third term as a validation the job he’s been doing, and warmly thanked his wife Nancy, and his family for their unflagging support — and for keeping him humble; “they tell me when they think I’ve done something stupid.”

To the new members of Council, he said; “You won’t ever please everybody - you just have to keep doing the best job you can.”

He presented gifts to the three outgoing members of Council. John McDougall, a retired Councillor, had re turned for the past year to fill the vacancy created by Pat Barr’s death: “You hit the ground running, and were a great help.” Grinning at Ross Sutherland, Vandewal ad mitted that they had sometimes difficult times with each

other, “But you always did your homework, and were good at making Council look at an issue from a dif ferent perspective.” He not ed that Alan Revill, during his two terms on Council, had been a good asset.

Following the formal meeting and picture-taking, staff brought out cake and coffee to share with friends and family.

Next week’s first Com mittee of the Whole will also be an orientation/ study meeting for the new Council.

SF Township has had several major staff changes in the past year: Kyle Bolton has become Director of Public Services (includes roads, recreation, trucks, facilities and waste management), and at the end of the month Brad

2022.

Wright will begin as Director of Development Services (planning, building, and completion of the new Official Plan.) Earlier, when Louise Fragnito became CAO, Shelly Stedall joined the staff as Director of Corporate Services and Treasurer. ■

Incoming South Frontenac Council was sworn in November 15,

BARNDEN, Marjorie Mae, nee Cliff. 1938 - 2022

Passed, Nov. 9, 2022, peacefully at home in rochester, New york, surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her husband of sixty years, ronald Barnden, formerly of Sydenham, her parents, Fred and Margaret Cliff of inverary, and brother-in-law raymond (Joe) Barnden who is survived by his wife Donna. Marj will be sadly missed by her children, DawnMarie (Dan) Bilbrey, Darren, and Darla (Micheil) yells, all of rochester, Ny. Marj is the first of the Cliff Kids to go, leaving an empty void for her siblings, alice (late Don) Douglas of Napanee, Shirley (Maurice/Moe) wright of Ottawa, Evelyn (Ken) Harper of Verona, Norman (arlene) of inverary, David (Cathy) of inverary, and Leslie (Joanne) of Godfrey. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Marj graduated in nursing from Belleville General Hospital and after moving to rochester, worked in a nursing home until her retirement. ron and Marj travelled many miles in their rv to Bluegrass festivals and concerts to listen to their favourite bands, while sharing fun times camping with family and friends.

Cremation has taken place. a family memorial will be planned for a later date. To honour her life, please take time today to think of an old friend, good times, and to recall all we have to be thankful for.

May she rest in Peace.

G EMMILL, Mary Ethel (Pretty) Mary passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at her home in Snow road Station on Monday November 14th, 2022 at the age of 73 years. She was predeceased by her parents Clarence and Betty (Collier) Pretty, her beloved husband of 55 years, Dale, and an infant son. She was the dearly loved mother of rodger (Gina) Gemmill, Scott (alison) Gemmill and Cynthia (Joey) Ducharme; grandmother of Cole (Jessica) and Sierra Gemmill, Desiree and Deacon Ducharme. Mary was predeceased by sister Heather (Keith) Thompson; she will be sadly missed by her half-brother David (Diane) Bowman, nieces, nephews and many good friends and neighbours. She married at 18 years, worked in cheese stores with her husband Dale who was Master Cheese Maker at numerous locations in the Ottawa valley. They moved back to Snow road Station to farm dairy cattle and sold eggs, she worked as a bookkeeper for the roads department of Palmerston Township, worked for Canada Post opening new post offices and bought the store in Snow road Station. Mary opened D & M General Store which she operated for 25 years, was bookkeeper for Gemmill Sand and Gravel, volunteered as secretarytreasurer for McDonalds Corners agricultural Society and volunteered with the Snow road Snowmobile Club. She worked alongside Dale gathering maple syrup and making candy. friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth friday November 18th, 2022 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. The funeral service will be held in the chapel Saturday at 10:00 a.M. followed by interment in Crawford Cemetery, McDonalds Corners. a celebration in remembrance of Mary will be held after the funeral ceremony at the Snow road Station Community Hall from 1-4 p.m.. in remembrance of Mary, those wishing are asked to consider memorial donations to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) or the Snow road Presbyterian Church. for condolences or further information, visit our website at www.blairandson.com.

WATSON , Reginald Gerald

april 8, 1933 – Nov. 14, 2022 reg passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 14, 2022, at the age of 89. Predeceased by his parents Oakley and Marjorie watson, his sister Wanda argentieri and cherished son-inlaw Laurie ross. reg leaves behind his beloved wife of 64 years, Joyce (nee Davison), daughters Heather Posthumus (Garry), Jane austin (Chris) and andrea ross, grandchildren Sarah Posthumus (Justin), erica Posthumus (alex), allison Posthumus (Justin), aimee austin, Mitchell austin (april), regina austin (Cody), Kelsey ross (Olivier) and Megan ross. Dearest Papa Gigi to elise, Evan, Oliver, Bram, Emerson, Oakley, Kaysen and Lydia. fondly remembered by his brothers-in-law and sisters-inlaw, many nieces and nephews and their families. The family received friends at the Golden links Hall (4186 Colebrook rd., Harrowsmith) on Monday, November 21st from 6:30 – 9:00 pm. albion lodge No. 109 Masonic Service began at 6:00 pm. funeral Service was held in the Golden links Hall on Tuesday, November 22nd at 11:00 am. interment followed at Harrowsmith Cemetery. for those desiring, memorial donations to the alS Society of Canada, the MS Society of Canada or the Heart and Stroke foundation would be appreciated by the family. arrangements entrusted to Payne funeral Home, 178 Main St., Odessa, ON K0H 2H0 (613386-7373). Please share your memories and condolences to the family at www.paynefuneralhome.com

Payne Funeral Home 178 Main Street, Odessa (613) 386-7373

“The Smith family here for your family”

the Church Manse. Everyone welcome. On Saturday, December 10, the Sharbot • Lake and District Lions will be hosting “A Visit with Santa” at the Sharbot Lake Legion, 2pm to 4pm. Hot Dogs and Hot Chocolate will be available.

bATTE r SEA /S TO rr INGTON

Amanda Pantrey 613-353-6653 amandapantrey@outlook.com

Four Rivers Youth Cluster invites you for • Christmas crafts and cookies from 2 to 4 pm on Saturday, Dec. 10 at Battersea United Church. Thank-you to Kaye from K’s Cottage for being our leader! Please let Rev. Heath er know by Dec. 5, 2022, if you can join us (heathermclurg@hotmail.com).

Santa is coming to town! Head to the Stor • rington Lions Club on December 3rd from 8am – 11am for Breakfast with Santa. There will be a delicious meal and children’s activi ties. All available with a free will offering.

Santa will be busy on December 3rd. After • breakfast with the Lions, Santa will be in Bat tersea for the Third Annual Battersea Santa Parade! The parade leaves Storrington Public School at 1pm and will make its way to the Battersea United Church where there will be

MeMOriaM

A RT h UR T IC h AWA

Died Nov. 20, 2012

Ten years gone, a And Still always in my heart. Till we meet again. Jan

613-376-3022

May 1927 to November 2022

we are saddened to announce the unexpected passing of our patriarch, Ken, at Kingston General Hospital on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the age of 95.

He was predeceased by his father, Charles, in 1983, his mother, Mabel (allen) in 1993, his sister, ruth Kovalchuk in 1970, and his sister, Hester Endicott, in 2018.

Ken was the much loved husband of over fifty years to Barbara (Cowdy, predeceased 2003). He was the loving father to Beverly Nichols (John), Kingston, Chuck Sigsworth, Sydenham and Michael Sigsworth (Maryse), Cobden, ON. He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildrenShannon Tobey, New Brunswick, robin tobey (lizz), Fort McMurray, alberta, Derek Sigsworth (angela), Ottawa, amy Sigsworth (ian Josephson), richmond, B.C., and amanda Sigsworth, Ottawa. loving great-grandpa to Olivia Graham and Leona Sigsworth, Ottawa.

He also leaves behind to mourn his passing his nieces and nephews in Ontario: Cheryl Harding and family, Hamilton, ON, Bob Bruce and wife, Elaine, and family, varty Lake, ON, and Mary Jane Bruce and family, Kingston; and in the uK: Stephanie taylor, Cambridge, alexandra ault and family, Cambridge, Nigel and wife, Carole Spooner and their family, Cowes, isle of wight.

Ken attended the Toronto Normal School and taught in a one room school house in Jackson Mills for a couple years, before attending Queen’s university, graduating with his Bachelor of arts in 1952. He went on to teach Mathematics for over thirty years at Sydenham High School, retiring in 1983. His business after retirement was called a-440 where he traveled the area and tuned pianos for people in their homes.

until recently, Ken would walk a mile to the cottage that he and Barb owned on Sydenham Lake (innisfree) and up until four years ago, he would snowshoe and also would collect sap for maple syrup in the eighty-five acres behind the house. He was a member of the Kingston Theater Organ Society. He performed with The faithful friends occasionally, playing the harmonica.

He was active in his beloved Sydenham Holiness Church, playing the organ for the church service for several years.

Ken and Barb raised their three children in a home they built in Sydenham in 1963. He was fortunate enough to have ended his days still living at his beloved Bar-K ranch.

family and friends are invited to the graveside service to be held at Harrowsmith cemetery on friday, November 25th, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. if desired, donations in Ken’s name can be made to the Canadian Diabetes association.

in the care of t r O u SD ale Fu N eral H OM e 4374 Mill St. Sydenham ON (613)376-3022 www.trousdalefuneralhome.com

T HE C LASSIFIEDS

N EW A ND U SED A PPLIANCES

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Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up. neW ApplIAnCeS

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For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices. Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

Smitty’s

“KING of APPLIANCES”

Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

APPLIANCES

APPLIANCE REPAIR, 15 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851

AUTOmOTIVE

KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. Car & truck parts. Used cars, $600 & up. We take trade-ins. We buy farm equipment, tractors, loaders for parts. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613-885-8644

KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

FOr SALE

CENTRAL BOILER Classic OUTDOOR FUR NACES can eliminate your high heating bill. Buy NOW and save up to $550! Call today 613539-9073. www.thefurnacebroker.com

CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES offer the Classic, the Maxim and the New Edge. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca

LARGE AMOUNT of rigid, pressed, fiberglass insulation. Exterior paper-backed sheets. 2’ x 8’ x 1.5” thick. Over 300 sheets (cover 5,000 square feet) Also good for attic. Best offer, 613374-1892.

The Township is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following request:

Request For Proposal

FOr SALE

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SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http://Inge niousStorage.com

HALL rENTAL

SOCIAL & ATHLETIC CLUB HALL, Harrowsmith, A/C, kitchen & licensed bar, capacity 95, Reasonable rates. Info.: harrow smithsanda@gmail.com.

VERONA LIONS HALL for all functions. Air conditioned. Full kitchen & bar. Capacity of 300, seating for 200. 613-374-2821 www.ve ronalions.ca

HELP WANTED

LOOKING TO HIRE A PSW for 2 overnight 12 hour shifts Thursday and Friday nights to care for my mother who has Alzheimer’s. Needs to be compassionate & experienced with elderly Altzeimer’s patients. References are required. Please contact Anne @ 613-335-2885. Look ing for a good fit for my mother who is in the later stages of Alzheimer’s.

HUNTING

FIREARMS & HUNTER EDUCATION COURS ES – Call 613-335-2786

SErVICES

PHOTOCOPY SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear build ing, Sharbot Lake. 8½” x 11” - Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150.

RELIABLE HANDYMAN looking for work in the Sharbot Lake area. Landscaping, carpen try, painting, garage or shed cleaning, getting ready for the winter projects, or anything else. Please contact Bruce at 613-915-7232.

ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 30 years ex perience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for esti mates, 613-278-1300.

TOWING

B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

WANTED TO bUY

STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r AL Fr ONTENAC

C ALL FOR V OLUNTEERS

hot drinks offered. Be sure to bring a food bank donation and help ‘Fill the Boat’ once again. To enter a float, call Roberta at 613-353-2846. There will be three pizza prizes offered from The Creekside Bar & Grill for the themes of ‘Carols & Songs’, ‘Battersea Rocks!’, and ‘Fa vourite Christmas Movie/ Story’.

C LOYNE N O r TH br OO k

Stephanie Regent finnegansgs@gmail.com

A reminder that Saturday November 26th • Santa and some of his reindeer and elves will be having a Parade sponsored by the LOL Li ons Club starting at 1 pm in Northbrook. The Holly Shoppe will be open in the Hall for chil dren to buy some gifts for family, all under $1.

The Lions are hosting a Christmas craft • Extravaganza on Saturday December 3rd be tween 10am and 2pm. Come see locally made products from about 18 vendors. Loonstruck Creations, a local company from Arden will be there. They make handcrafted goods including wood turned writing pens, bowls, kitchen gad gets and hand knitted hats and slippers.

Christmas Turkey Bingo, Dec 5th @ Flinton • Rec Center. Doors open at 5:30. 1st Bonan za called at 6:30. Sponsored by Flinton Rec Club.

December 10th the Lions will have another • visit from Santa and his elves as the children will really experience the magic of Christmas in Santa’s Workshop between 10 am and 1 pm. Crafts and cookies will be offered.

Flinton/Northbrook Christmas Diners held at • the Flinton Hall, December 13th, 11am-2pm. Turkey and all the Fixings. Cost $15. For Res ervation please contact Katie 613-336-8934 Ext 229

Boarding, Taping, Painting & Texture Spray (Free Estimates) Ardoch Ontario 613-479-8005

T HE C O r PO r ATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF A DDINGTON H IGHLANDS

P UBLIC N OTICE

Eligible individuals interested in becoming involved in the Municipality are encouraged to submit a written expression of interest for any one of the following Committees:

(RFP)

RFP 2022-14 Engineering Consulting Services – Rehabilitation of Arcol Road and Ardoch Road Bridges

Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, may be obtained from Biddingo.com or by email request to financialsupport@northfrontenac.ca

Contractor / Firm(s) must have current WSIB and appropriate liability insurance coverage as indicated by the Request for Proposal documents.

Please direct any specific inquiries to Kelly Watkins, Treasurer at treasurer@ northfrontenac.ca or (613) 479-2231

Extension 223.

Lowest or any Proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted.

The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award.

Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, as per the Submission instructions in the RFP document: “RFP 2022-14 Engineering Consulting Services –Rehabilitation of Arcol Road and Ardoch Road Bridges” on or before 2:00 PM (local time) Monday, December 19, 2022

Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A. Chief Administrative Officer Township of North Frontenac

The Township is seeking community members/volunteers who are interested in sitting on various Township committees and their subcommittees. These committees include:

• District recreation committees: Kennebec (District 1) Olden (District 2) Oso (District 3)

Hinchinbrooke (District 4)

• Central Frontenac Recreation Committee

Economic Development Committee

• Community Policing Advisory Committee

• Central Frontenac Trails Revitalization Committee

• Central Frontenac Washroom Facilities Committee

• Seniors Housing Committee

• Septic Implementation Committee

• Heritage Festival Committee

• Sharbot Lake Farmers Market

Available positions will depend on number of returning community members on these committees.

Volunteers will be required to sign the Township’s code of conduct and obtain a updated police check

Please send expression of interest to:

Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk

Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89

Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 x 237

cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com

AHEAD (Economic Development) Properties and Recreation

As the Township is looking for equal representation from both Wards, please be sure to include your address or where you own property in your written submission.

Letters are to be submitted to the attention of the Clerk on or before December 9th, 2022, by mail to P.O. Box 89, Flinton, ON K0H 1P0, by fax to 613-336-2847 or by e-mail to clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca.

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r AL Fr ONTENAC

N OTICE OF S PECIAL MEETING

Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac will be conducting a Special Meeting of Council on November 25, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at the municipal office, 1084 Elizabeth St. Sharbot Lake, ON. This will be a closed session to provide for councillor training/orientation pursuant to S. 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act. The meeting will not be livestreamed.

Dated at the Township of Central Frontenac this 18th day of November, 2022.

Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk

Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 x 237

cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com

S IGSWORT h, Kenneth Allen

NORTHERN HAPPENINGS listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

Thursday November 24

INVERARY - WOMEN’S SPIRIT CIRCLE 6:308pm. Inverary United Church. For info contact Rev. Heather at heathermclurg@hotmail.com

SHARBOT LAKE - NORTH FRONTENAC LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS THE RED LAMP 6:30pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Live Music 7pm, play begins at 8pm. Tickets $15 adult / $10 student info@ northfrontenaclittletheatre.com. Play runs Friday Nov 25 same times, Sunday doors open 1pm, live music 1:30, play starts at 2:30pm.

NORTHBROOK - NORTHBROOK CLOTHING BOUTIQUE 10am-2pm Tuesdays & Thursdays. Northbrook United Church. $1 on selected items for the month of November.

Friday November 25

SYDENHAM - ANNUAL COMMUNITY TREE LIGHTING EVENT 6-7pm. South Frontenac Township Office. Outdoor event, dress warm. Hot Coco provided by Sydenham & District Lions Club Our Lions & Christmas photo area, bring your camera!

HARROWSMITH - SEMI-ANNUAL CHINESE DINNER AND QUARTER AUCTION 6:30pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. Tickets $18 active members, $20 non-members Info harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com or call 613549-2937.

Saturday November 26

SNOW ROAD STATION - SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB BREAKFAST 8-11am. Snow Road Snowmobile Clubhouse. The place to be on a Sat morning!

FLINTON - CHRISTMAS SALE 9am-4pm. Flinton Hall. 1st Annual Sale hosted by The Flinton Rec Club. 30 vendors, baked goods, hot coffee, tea, snacks and wraps.

SYDENHAM - LADIES AUXILIARY CRAFT AND BAKE SALE 9:30am-3pm. Sydenham Legion. Food Bank collection & light lunch available.

SYDENHAM - VENDOR FAIR 10am-2pm. Sydenham High School.

SYDENHAM - SANTA CLAUS PARADE 11am. Sydenham Fire Hall.

ARDEN - EUCHRE TOURNAMENT 12:30pm. Arden Legion.

HARLOWE - HARLOWE OPEN MIC 1-5pm. Harlowe Hall. Admission $5, $2 for entertainers. Snacks. All welcome

NORTHBROOK - LOL LIONS PARADE 1pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. After the parade join Santa and a few of his LIVE reindeer at the Lion’s Hall for hot chocolate and cookies.

VERONA - EAT IN OR TAKE OUT CHICKEN DINNER 4:30-6pm. Verona Lions Hall. chicken, fries, coleslaw, dessert. Advanced tickets only. Tickets available at Assesltine Hardware, Rona Hardware & Lions International Website.

ARDEN - TREE LIGHTING 7pm. Mill Pond. Hosted by Friends of Arden, carol singing and Hot Chocolate and cookies

Sunday November

Grand Ol Opry Star to perform at local church . all welcome

VERONA - FRONTENAC WOMEN’S CHORUS 2pm. Trinity United Church. Admittance is by an item for the food bank and a free will offering. Wearing of masks is encouraged. Hope to see you there!

INVERARY - CHRIS MURPHY IN CONCERT 7pm. Inverary United Church. Special guest Jessica Wedden. Free will offering in support of the church.

Wednesday November 30

ARDEN - CHRISTMAS DINNER Circle Square Ranch. Please RSVP this free will offering dinner, to arden@csr.ca or call 613-335-5403

GODFREY - RFCS COMMUNITY CAFÉ 11am. Piccadilly Hall. Fire safety presentation by Fire Chief Chris McDonough. Soup and social to follow. Please RSVP 613-279-3151 or info@ rfcs.ca

Thursday December 1

VERONA - CHRISTMAS DINNER’S CLUB 12pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Turkey dinner, laughs, & conversation about the health benefits of humor by Nurse/Comedian, Amy Sloan. $10 per person, 55+. Pre-register by November 28. Joanne at 613-376-6477 ext 303.

Friday December 2

DENBIGH - LARC EARLY ON PLAYGROUP 10am-2pm. Addington Highlands Community Centre. Designed for caregiver’s and their children aged 0-6. A great way to meet others in the community!

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PLEVNA - DON EDMUNDS IN CONCERT 10:30am. River Of Life Christian Fellowship.

SHARBOT LAKE - FESTIVAL OF TREES & LUNCHEON 12pm. Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Winners in each category announced. Ticket’s $20, available at Sharbot Lake Pharmasave & Kick & Push Brewery.”My Favourite Things” 1-8pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall).

HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE 7-9:30pm. Golden Links Hall. Hosted by Harrowsmith Odd Fellows & Rebekah’s for children grade 5-8. Canteen open.

Saturday December 3

INVERARY - BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 8-11am. Storrington Lions Hall. Includes a meal, activities for kids and time with Santa! Cost is whatever you can donate.

VERONA - CHRISTMAS CRAFT & BAKE SALE 9am-2pm. Verona Lions Hall. Hosted by Sydenham Women’s Institute. Free admission, lunch will be sold.

NORTHBROOK - BAKE SALE & ODDS AND ENDS 9:30am-12pm. Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church. Unbaked fruit pies, mincemeat tarts, baked goods, Christmas Items.

ARDEN - CHRISTMAS VENDOR MARKET 10am-3pm. Circle Square Ranch. For table info contact (613-335-2023)

NORTHBROOK - CHRISTMAS MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA 10am-2pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. 18 vendors, locally made gifts!

SHARBOT LAKE - FESTIVAL OF TREES 10am-4pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall).

“My Favourite Things”

VERONA - VISIT WITH SANTA 11am-2pm. Nicole’s Gifts. Santa and his sleigh will be located in the Revell parking lot. Bring your own camera to capture the moment!

BATTERSEA - THIRD ANNUAL BATTERSEA SANTA PARADE! 1pm. Storrington Public School. Route from school to Battersea United Church where there will be hot drinks offered. Please bring food bank item.

OMPAH - CHRISTMAS PARTY 2pm. Ompah Hall. Visit with Santa, face painting & crafts!

OMPAH - 2022 NORTH FRONTENAC SANTA CLAUS PARADE 6pm. Ompah Hall. Parade route leaves Township office at 6pm and travels east on hwy 506/509, ending at Ompah Community Center. Everyone invited!

Sunday December 4

PARHAM - DRIVE BY SANTA CLAUS PARADE 1-3pm. Parham Ball Field. Get your cameras ready to take your a picture with Santa and floats. Items will be collected at the Canteen for the local Food bank

SNOW ROAD - POT LUCK CHRISTMAS DINNER 5pm. Snow Road Community Centre. Turkey and ham supplied, bring a friend and favourite dish. Live music, all welcome.

Monday December 5

CLOYNE - CLOYNE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS LUNCH 12pm. Hunter’s Creek Golf Course. A CDHS traditional favourite! All welcome, ticket’s $20 RSVP Ken Hook 613-336-3211.

NORTHBROOK - DENBIGH DINER’S CLUB 12pm. Land O’ Lakes Community Services. Turkey Dinner $15 RSVP Betty 613-3332366..

FLINTON - CHRISTMAS TURKEY BINGO 5:30pm. Flinton Recreation Centre. Bingo starts at 7:00 Total Jackpot prize of $1500

RAILTON - MONTHLY BINGO 7pm First Monday of every month. St. Patrick’s Church. All benefits go to local charities

Wednesday December 7

OMPAH - RFCS COMMUNITY CAFÉ 11am. Ompah Hall. Dementia care & resources from Pam Lemke of the Alzheimer Society. Soup and social to follow, free for seniors 60+. Info 613-279-3151 or info@rfcs.ca

Frontenac Flyers U11 Rep Win Silver Stick Regionals in Pembroke

by Holly Shail

On November 11-13, the U11 Frontenac Flyers Rep Team travelled to Pem broke for the Silver Stick Regional tour nament where they competed against 10 teams from across Eastern Ontario. The Flyers relied on a team-first approach and utilized their speed on offense, disciplined defensive play, and steady goaltending to earn a spot in the finals. After going un defeated in round robin play, the Flyers found themselves down 1-0 in the cham pionship game after two periods to the de fensively strong Gananoque Flames. The Flyers lived up to their name and came out flying in the third. They were resolute in their pursuit of the championship, scoring 4 goals within 8 minutes. As the seconds ticked away and the horn sounded, gloves and sticks littered the ice as the team emptied the bench and celebrated their

hard fought 4-2 victory. A tip of the hat from the Frontenac Flyers to the Ganano que Flames for a great game!

The Flyers are led by a committed and knowledgeable bench staff with Head Coach Mike Chiasson, Chad Gray, Paul Mazzeo, and Dale Sager.

The Team would like to thank all of their sponsors for their generosity and the amazing Frontenac community for their ongoing support.

As Eastern Ontario Champions for U11 C centres, the team will be travelling to Forest, Ontario for the International Silver Stick Finals in January where they’ll face other U11 C teams from across the prov ince and the United States. The players and coaching staff are excited and proud to represent Frontenac County in the next chapter of the International Silver Stick tournament. GO FLYERS! ■

LIVING HERE

N EWS & Pub LI c N OTI c ES

Household Hazardous Waste Depot Returns to Winter Hours

as of December 1. Green Bay will remain open on Fridays 8:30 4:30. There are no changes to hours for the Portland and Loughborough sites. We encourage residents to take advantage of garbage and recycling collection and download our South Frontenac Recycles app for updates and information at your fingertips!

Winter road restrictions in effect December

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Just a reminder, there is no parking on Township roads and village streets from 12 midnight to 7 am from December 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023 so our crews can keep roads clear and safe. We will not be responsible for damages to cars parked overnight or mailboxes or other obstacles that interfere with winter road maintenance. Thanks for your cooperation!

South Frontenac Food Drive in November

Final call! Help us fill our recycling bins with non-perishable food items this month and help local families in need this winter. Drop-off locations include the Frontenac Community Arena, our 4432 George Street office and 2490 Keeley Road locations. The food bank is especially in need of cereal, canned fruits, apple sauce, chunky soups and stews, and pork and beans.

Call for Content:

2023

Recreation & Community Services Guide

The annual publication will be distributed to all households in South Frontenac in early February. If you have a club, activity, or event you would like to include in the guide, contact the Frontenac News by December 15, 2022. If you have photos of South Frontenac you would like to submit to appear in the guide, please email them to recsupport@ southfrontenac.net by December 15, 2022.

People News

We are pleased to announce Brad Wright will be joining the Township as Director of Development Services at the end of November. Read the full news release under Town Hall/News and Public Notices on our website.

Resident Survey on 2023 Budget

Have your say! We are asking residents to take a short survey to provide input into budget priorities for the Township for 2023. Residents can take the survey on the budget consultation project page on EngageFrontenac.ca. The survey will be open until December 31, 2022.

Council invites residents to provide input on the 2023 Budget via delegation or online survey. Those interested in presenting or providing verbal or written comments to Council on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 can contact Angela Maddocks, Clerk at 613-376-3027, x2222 to be placed on the agenda. Requests to present to Council and/or written submissions must be sent to the Clerk’s Office by noon on Thursday, December 8, 2022, in person or via email to amaddocks@southfrontenac. net. To learn more, or to sign up to receive updates about this year’s budget process, see the budget consultation project page on EngageFrontenac.ca.

Road closures and notices

The following road closures will be in effect:

• Wednesday, November 23 – Thursday November 24 from 10 am to noon: Brass Point Bridge on Burnt Hills Road. No detours in place. Please take alternate routes.

• Saturday, November 26 at 11 am in Sydenham for the Sydenham Santa Claus parade

• Saturday, December 3 at 1 pm in Battersea for the Battersea Santa Claus parade

Battersea Road Reconstruction

• Construction will begin on a 5 km section of Battersea Road between Burnt Hills Road and Bradden Road in late November. This project will include a component of winter work on roadsides with more major road improvements in early spring. The work will be done by Len Corcoran Excavating Ltd. Battersea Road will be accessible at all times with one lane open, but drivers should expect traffic delays. Project completion is scheduled for the end of July 2023.

• If you would like to learn more about this project, and subscribe to receive project updates, see the Battersea Road Reconstruction project page on our public engagement site, EngageFrontenac.ca.

THINGS TO DO

Holiday Happenings

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• Friday, November 25 from 6-7

• Saturday, November 26 at

• Saturday, December 3 at 1 pm

Claus Parade. Parade leaves Storrington Public School at 1:00 pm enroute for the Battersea United Church where families can enjoy a hot chocolate with Santa. Those wanting to register a float can call Roberta at 613-353-2846.

Call for Participation: 2023 Snow Social

South Frontenac is hosting the first ever Snow Social taking place on January 21, 2023 from 10 am 4 pm at The Point Park and throughout the village of Sydenham. This festival will be a celebration of the winter season featuring family fun activities, food, music, and more. Vendors and entertainers are invited to apply to take part in the event. There will be an indoor vendor sale with limited stalls available as well as the opportunity for entertainers and food vendors to participate outdoors at The Point Park. If you’re interested in participating, please email Amanda at recsupport@southfrontneac.net or call 613-376-3027 ext. 4447.

6826 Road 38, verona On 613-374-3400 Open 7 Days a Week

Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm Sat: 8am-5pm. Sun: 9am-4pm

Good News & Worse News For Mazinaw Lake Property Owners

by Jeff Green

Based on a preliminary analysis of data sets from 2016 and 2021, members of the Mazinaw Lake Property Association became concerned about increased levels of phosphorus, mostly in the south basin of the large, deep lake. They were also con cerned about increases in aquatic vegeta tion on the lake.

Mazinaw is the 7th deepest lake in On tario, including the Great Lakes. It has an average depth of 41 metres and a maxi mum depth of 135 metres.

They asked the Mississippi Valley Con servation Authority (MVCA), which moni tors the Mazinaw as part of its Lake Part ner Program, to provide an analysis of the data, to help them decide if they need to take some action to mitigate against phos phorus levels having an impact on the functioning of the lakes ecosystem.

In a report, presented to the inaugural meeting of the 2022-2026 North Frontenac Council, Kelly Stiles, staff biologist with the MVCA, concluded that not only are phos phorus levels steady in the Mazinaw, but the lake is considered an oligotrophic, or low nutrient lake, with less than 10 parts per billion, on average, even in the highest nutrient south basin of the lake.

The concern about a high nutrient load in lakes is that they contribute to high vegetal

growth rates and are associated with algal blooms, and other adverse outcomes.

But in addition to the news about phos phorus, Stiles report also said that aerial surveys show that the concern of the prop erty owners association about increases in aquatic vegetation bear out, and that the main concern is with an increasing number of Eurasian milfoil.

“Photos of aquatic vegetation taken in September 2022 were used to confirm that Eurasian milfoil has become established in the lake and is the cause of the increased abundance of visible aquatic vegetation, in areas surveyed by the lake association. Eurasian Milfoil is a predominant invasive species in Ontario and is present in many Frontenac and Lanark county lakes.”

Stiles concluded her report by recom mending that the property owners, and the municipality, continue to protect the shore line and maintain the policy of requiring setbacks from the lake for all future devel opment. She said the property owners and the township should also explore oppor tunities for shoreline enhancing. She also said that communicating the importance of “Clean Drain, Dry protocols for boaters as they move their boats from lake to lake is essential, as that is how the invasive Millfoil has been able to spread through Ontario lakes.■

South Frontenac Volunteer Appreciation Event

by Wilma Kenny

olunteers are the lifeblood of our community,” began the invitation by South Frontenac Council, circulated throughout the Township

Traditionally, volunteers have been rec ognized by nominating and choosing one person from each district annually, to have their name put on a plaque in the Town ship Hall. But this didn’t begin to recognize the multitude of others who also helped out every year, in all sorts of events and programs. So last year South Frontenac’s Council, with the help of their program, events and education department, began a different way of celebrating more of their volunteers. They asked clubs, agencies and teams that rely on volunteers to share

an invitation to a (free) event open to all South Frontenac residents who have gen erously pitched in and shared their time and talents in the past year.

This year’s special appreciation event was held last Saturday at the Storrington Lions Hall in Sunbury. Members of Council served up lunch provided by The Cookery and guests enjoyed live music featuring Mellow Lily. The food was delicious, music was good, the company was fun, and there were no complaints about the service!

In spite of plague and threatened snow squalls, the turn-out was very good, though volunteers tend to be modest people, and the attendees probably represented a fraction of the folks who could have come. See you next year, maybe? ■

Café

Cont from p6 day, (November 30) at the Piccadilly Hall in the Godfrey area. It will feature a fire safety presentation by Central Frontenac Fire Chief Chris McDonough. Doors open at 11am, and in addition to coffee and treats there will be soup following the presentation.

Pam Lemke from the Alzheimer’s Society will be the guest on December 7, in Ompah. She will speak about dementia and caregiv er services. It also starts at 11. And on De

cember 15, at the Oso Hall in Sharbot Lake, John Pariselli will demonstrate Tai Chi, a representative from the Frailty network will be on hand. And there will be live music and some Christmas cheer to boot.

“I’m already working on events for Janu ary,” she said, “and we are hoping to estab lish regular times each month in the different communities so people will know when the café’s are coming up.” ■

Photo Amanda Pantry.