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I want to take a moment here to recognize the vast number of volunteers throughout our communities. Whether they volunteer at local events, for not-forprofit organizations, Legion branches, service clubs or in our schools, these folks give their time and talents to help others.
When John and I first moved from Toronto, I found the Buckhorn Community Centre. I’ll never forget my first time there, walking in to volunteer to help out at their dinner theatre. I was willing to paint sets, work backstage, or set tables. I was excited that my journey to the country would fuel my passion for acting in some way. Little did I know that that first conversation would land me on stage and introduce me to a whole
new family of theatre folk!
One of the great things about doing this is that we’re all volunteers – those who set tables, prepare the meals, serve dinner and work onstage and backstage. The dinner theatre is a huge fundraiser for the BCC and I’m very, very happy to be part of it. Not only do I get to be in my “happy place” onstage, I’m giving back.
Volunteers are the lifeblood of our communities. Without those dedicated people, there would be no Concerts in the Park, farmers’ markets, fall fairs, parades or most of our local events. They all deserve a pat on the back for jobs well done. Thank you!
As we head into the winter, we need to continue to make an effort to get out there to make a difference. No matter how small the job may seem, somebody has to do it. We know that our communities rely on organizations to provide support for our neighbours. So if it’s the food bank, church group or service club, consider getting involved in some capacity. You won’t regret it!
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City of Kawartha Lakes staff are currently working on a Growth Management Strategy (GMS) to provide an assessment of future growth and urban land needs within the City of Kawartha Lakes to the year 2051. The GMS will also establish a foundation for the forthcoming update of the City’s Official Plan, which is also referred to as the Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR).
“The City of Kawartha Lakes is expected to grow to 117,000 people and 39,000 jobs by 2051,” commented Leah Barrie, Manager of Planning, City of Kawartha Lakes. “To plan for this growth, the Planning Division is starting a new GMS. The first GMS was completed back in 2010, with an update in 2011, and in alignment with provincial requirements we are updating it to make sure we are prepared for the years to come.”
The new GMS will plan for the City’s population growth, housing and employment needs and coordinate with infrastructure investments. Public feedback and participation in the project is being sought through the municipality’s online engagement tool, Jump In Kawartha Lakes: www.jumpinkawarthalakes.ca/ growthmanagementstrategy.
You can find a variety of resources to learn about the project activities, subscribe to receive project updates, ask questions and get involved. Currently there’s a Growth Proposals Request Form available for the public to fill out and provide input on questions such as:
• Are you an urban landowner and would like the City to consider your land for future intensification?
• Are you a landowner with property adjacent to the approved urban settlement boundaries and would like the City to consider your land for future urban development?
• Are you a landowner with property in the rural areas and would like the City to consider your land for future growth potential?
The Growth Proposals Request Form will remain open until September 30, 2022 and all input will be considered during the development of the GMS. Questions, concerns and more information can also be shared directly with the GMS Project Team at gms@kawarthalakes.ca.
The municipality would like to inform residents that, effective immediately, Fair Avenue in Lindsay has been changed to a one-way street.
At the July 19, 2022 Regular Council Meeting Council adopted the motion that staff take the necessary steps to make Fair Avenue from Adelaide to Albert in Lindsay a one-way street that is designated for east-bound one-way traffic only. The new by-law was passed during the August 23, 2022 Regular Council Meeting.
As of Tuesday, September 13 signs for the new oneway street are up and the work has been completed.
On Saturday September 17, members of the community, volunteers, staff, and elected officials gathered at the Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) distribution center to mark its 20th year of operations.
Rather than a celebration, the event was an opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication of countless contributors over the past two decades who are united in their mission to fight hunger in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Folks were able to look back at KLFS milestones and memorabilia in a “walk down memory lane.” Attendees were encouraged to reflect on the challenging times that many members of our community are facing following the multiyear pandemic and now rapidly rising inflation by participating in an interactive cost of living activity. The sorting station was open to those interested in getting a “behind the scenes” look at how donated food is readied for distribution to the community.
Heather Kirby moderated a panel about the state of food insecurity in CKL, featuring panelists Tracy Richardson, Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Ward 8, Amanda King, Directory of Network and Government Relations at Feed Ontario, and Mary-Lou Mills, Coordinator of children’s nutrition programming at SIRCH in Haliburton, ON. The discussion was wide-ranging and touched on systemic issues around affordability and government support shortfalls, efforts being made at a municipal level to address affordable housing shortages, and the role of non-governmental agencies in tackling poverty and food insecurity.
“It was so wonderful to see the community come out to honour the past twenty years of service by our organization. We hope that it was engaging and provided insight into our work and community.” says Executive Director Heather Kirby.
Some familiar faces from the early days of KLFS
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included Charlie Currie and Zita Devan and founding members and staff were acknowledged. Current board members including Rose Barg, Trina Connell, and Shannon Kuypers, rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with staff to facilitate the event. Representatives from member food banks and organizations were present to provide valuable community-specific perspectives to the event.
More information about the work being done by KLFS and how community members can get involved can be found at kawarthalakesfoodsource.com or call 705-324-0707.
Strap on your bowling shoes for this year’s Bowl for Kids Sake – Lindsay on October 15 at the Strike Point Bowling Center in Lindsay, Ontario.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kawartha LakesHaliburton is sending out a challenge to all who feel mentoring children is essential to our community’s health and future! Let’s start the Halloween Celebrations a little early this year - Night of the Living Dead will be the theme this year.
You can enter your team of 4 to 6 people by contacting their office at 705-324-6800 or by visiting www.kawarthalakes.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Once you are registered, start collecting pledges. Then come out to bowl on October 15, dressed in your best Halloween outfit, to win some fantastic prizes.
“Over the last two years, we have experienced an increase in demand for service throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes,” said Executive Director Janice Balfour. “We are working to increase the services we provide to meet the community’s needs. With the funds raised at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, we hope to expand our In-School Mentoring program to schools throughout the area,”
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Visit www.kawarthalakes.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca for more information.
The Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation is honoured to be selected as the charity of choice in the Lindsay Wholesale Club’s recent ‘Give A Little, Help A Lot’ campaign.
From July 15 to August 1, customers at Wholesale Club #215 on Angeline Street North were asked if they would like to contribute a donation to benefit patient care in the Ross Memorial’s Dialysis Unit. The response was a shining example of this community’s generosity. Together, the customers, employees and colleagues’ donations totaled $1,921.01 -- more than any other Wholesale Club location in Ontario!
“We chose to fundraise for the Dialysis Unit because someone on our team has family needing dialysis treatments,” said Lynda Coad of Wholesale Club. “We’re happy to help.”
“We’re incredibly grateful to all of the patrons and staff who chose to support our local Dialysis Unit through their donations at Wholesale Club this
For hall rentals or more information about ongoing activities, please call the individual Legion Branch. We welcome submissions to editor@thepromoter.ca. Deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988
• The Legion Hall is open Thursday 12:30 -10:00; Friday 12:30-11:00;
Saturday 12:30 - 6:00
• Call 705-652-7988 for current events
Branch 238 Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041
• Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday during July & August, BBQ on the patio from 11:30am to 1:30pm
• Hall rental available – Contact Branch for details
Branch 239 Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710
• Wednesday - Drop in darts7p.m. $5 per person
• Thursday - Drop in shuffleboard - 6:30 pm. Cost is $5 per person per week
• Tuesday Night Doubles Dart League – Competitive league –8pm - $5 per person per night
– Limited to 40 players, please call the Branch to register
• Saturdays - Meat Draw Weekly at 5pm Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462
• Fridays - Bingo - $500 Progressive jackpot; $300 must go each week
Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095
• Tuesdays - Drop in Darts –7:30pm
• Thursdays - Drop-in Shuffleboard – 6:30pm
Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127
• Tuesdays - Euchre - 1pm
• Saturdays – Music & Meat Roll – Music starts at 2pm, Meat Roll at 3pm
• Legion is open Fridays from 4pm to 8pm and Saturdays from 12noon to 4pm
• 1st Wednesday – Big Buck Bid Euchre – 11am
• For more information contact Legion 705-454-8127
“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”
summer,” said Erin Coons, Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation CEO. “Every donor makes a difference at the Ross.”
We asked our readers to submit their key issues that they would like addressed by the new Mayor of the City of Kawartha Lakes. We will send these off to each of the candidates for their response, which will be printed in the October 7 issue of The Kawartha Promoter. Thank you to those who submitted their issues.
1. Municipal politics is uniquely challenging. Convince me that you understand how it works and use specific examples of times you’ve successfully led a group to get the job done effectively.
2. The public boat launch on O’Reilly Lane is not maintained the city. The neighbours cut the lawn but the ramp itself needs fixing as the dirt and stone has eroded as well as the trees and bushes coming in from the property next door are now blocking the actual drive down. Signage also needs to be added to discourage boaters from using the neighbouring driveways to line up their boat to the launch area.
3. What’s your plan to address crime in light of the recent car break-ins.
4. Infrastructure. Roads are in terrible shape, sidewalks as well. How will we get Bobcaygeon to be respectable again as many locals and guests see our roads as a hazard.
5. How will you ensure the entire Kawartha Lakes are treated equally, not just Lindsay
6. With the promise of regulations coming for Short Term Rentals in the Spring of 2023, what do you think are the most important elements to include and address in the regulations? Do you support public consultation for their input?
7. How will the Mayoral candidates plan on addressing the economic concerns and changing demographic of our area.
To help you get more acquainted with the local candidates for the upcoming municipal election, The Kawartha Promoter is hosting a “Meet and Greet” for the City of Kawartha Lakes Mayoral Candidates as well as Candidates for Ward 2 and Ward 6 on Wednesday, October 5. All candidates have been invited to attend; at press time confirmations are still coming in.
The drop-in event will take place upstairs at the Bobcaygeon Community Centre from 6:30 to 8:30pm.
The Buckhorn Ratepayers Association is hosting an all-candidates meeting for those in Trent Lakes who are seeking election in October.
The meeting takes place Monday, October 3 at the Buckhorn Community Centre. Doors will open at 6:30pm and the meeting will run from 7pm to 9pm.
If you would like to provide a question for the meeting, please email to buckhornratepayers@gmail. com.
During the municipal election, voters not only choose their local government representatives, but also those who will sit on the Public School Board and the Separate School Board.
Trustees are responsible for governance of school board, establishing policies, and setting budgets. You can find out more about the candidates on the City of Kawartha Lakes and Municipality of Trent Lakes websites.
English-Public School Board Trustee for Wards 1 and 4
Don Alton
Deb McInerney
English-Public School Board Trustee for Wards 2 and 3
John Byrne
Tim McAlpine
Herb Pounder
English-Public School Board Trustee for Ward 5
Heather Bradley
Kevin Gorrell
English-Public School Board Trustee for Wards 6 and 8
Joan Abernethy
Judy Saunders English-Public School Board Trustee for Ward 7
Charles Clarke
Peter Wallace Colleen Wilcox
English-Separate School Board Trustee
Jaclyn Giffen
Mary Ann Martin
French-Public School Board Trustee
Kristine Dandavino
Serge Paul French-Separate School Board Trustee - Acclaimed Marcellin Kwilu Mondo
Trustee – English Public School Board - Acclaimed
Diane Lloyd
Trustee – English Separate School Board
Frank Doyle
Jennifer Leahy
Trustee – French Public School Board
Kristine Dandavino
Serge Paul
Trustee – French Separate School Board - Acclaimed Marcellin Kwilu Mondo
agencies and the communities that we serve. With her retirement, we are looking back at some of the ground-breaking work that has been completed:
In 2005-08, UWCKL participated in the largest (and first) collaboration of 16 small rural Ontario United Ways. This in-depth consultative process was called Community Matters. It became a catalyst that transformed UWCKL’s approach to community engagement and development work. Ms. Barton Dyke said, “Community Investment has always included traditional agency support. Community Matters steered us towards deeper community conversations which led us to help develop better collaborations with partners. Essentially, it was a call to action to help lead cutting edge projects and find new ways of working with partners. UWCKL assisted with the development of the Poverty Reduction Strategy for Haliburton County and the City of Kawartha Lakes. It really highlighted that our work was going in the right direction but we needed to continue to look for diverse approaches to systemic issues.”
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The Executive Director of United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes, Penny Barton Dyke, will be retiring from the organization after more than 17 years. “It has been a privilege and honour to work with incredible community leaders, donors, volunteers and staff over the years,” she noted. “I am looking forward to taking some time off and looking at new adventures.”
Over her tenure, Penny was tasked to be a brave community leader and look at innovative ways to help
In his AGM remarks, Duncan Gallacher, Board President said that UWCKL’s noted it took two years of consultations with more than 30 lead supporters and subject matter experts to create an impactful food security project called Edwin Binney’s Community Garden (EBCG). EBCG was created four years ago. With the help of lead partners such as Crayola Canada, Fleming College Sustainable Agriculture and Lindsay Campus and the Otto and Marie Pick Foundation it established a multi-pronged approach to food security and education. Crayola provided land and financial supports. The Fleming College Sustainable Agriculture program and Lindsay Campus has provided skills and knowledge in planning and growing crops. The setting has provided experiential learning for its students. From the beginning the Otto and Marie Pick Foundation has supported the initiative by providing funding for paid co-op students and young learners.
Mayor -1 to be elected
Terry Lambshead
Bev Matthews
Carol A. Armstrong
Ed Dewhurst
Gerry Forestell
Anne Dixon
Peter Franzen
John Braybrook
Adri Eastman
1 to be elected
Joe Cadigan
Josh Fawcett
Ed Leerdam
Ira Peters
English Separate -1 to be elected
Frank Doyle
Jennifer Leahy
French Public-1 to be elected
Kristine Dandavino
Serge Paul
English Public Acclaimed
Diane Lloyd
French Separate – Acclaimed
Marcellin Kwilu Mondo
• You are at least 18 years old on Voting Day, October 24, 2022, • You are a Canadian citizen, • You or your spouse lives, rents, or owns property in the municipality, and • You are not prohibited from voting by law.
The Voting Period opens October 11, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. and closes October 24, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eligible electors can vote online and by telephone anytime during the Voting Period. Eligible electors may also vote by paper ballots, with paper ballot tabulation, on Voting Day only, October 24, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A Help Centre will be established at the Trent Lakes Municipal Office at 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes. The Help Centre will be open for eligible electors to access internet or telephone services or to receive additional assistance. The Help Centre will be open on the following dates and times: October 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
October 12 to October 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. October 17 to October 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, October 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 pm. October 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Trent Lakes Municipal Office located at 760 Peterborough County Road 36 is the established Voting Place. The Voting Place will be open to eligible electors to vote by paper ballots, with paper ballot tabulation, on the following dates and times:
October 24, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Dated the 12th day of September, 2022.
Jessie Clark, Clerk/Returning Officer
Municipality of Trent Lakes
In his remarks at the AGM as his last year as President, Gallagher described their Executive Director as one of the most genuine and dedicated people he has ever worked with and he said, “I don’t feel the city will every truly appreciate the positive impact you have had on us all.”
Keeping with innovative approaches, the Board of Directors has hired Emily Beall and Shantal Ingram to be Co-Executive Directors. Both currently work for UWCKL and bring a wide breadth of talent and dedication to the position. Ms. Beall is currently the Projects and Communications Coordinator and oversees the EBCG as part of her duties. Ms. Ingram is the Community Investment Coordinator and has led six campaigns and worked with many of the agencies, donors and volunteers in this role. They both look forward to meeting with community agency leaders, donors and volunteers as they move into their shared role.
The 20th Annual Kawartha Farmfest takes place Saturday, October 1. It’s an annual one-day, self-guided driving tour of farms and rural attractions in Kawartha Lakes.
You can expect all of the awesome on-farm experiences with 10 farms on the tour this year. There are some new farms to see and some who have been on the tour since the beginning
You have to plan this in advance, as there are no on-site ticket sales or walk-ins on event day. Adults are $5 per person, kids under 14 are admitted free. Ensure that each person obtains both Admission tickets for the day and free Farm Site Entry tickets for each farm site you plan to visit. Each visit is one hour in length. Ticket sales will end at noon on September 30, if not sold out before.
You can visit the farms from 10am to 4pm. Get more information and a link to buy your tickets at www.kawarthafarmfest.com.
Explore the Night Sky at Ken Reid Conservation Area with the Peterborough Astronomical Association on Saturday, October 1. From 7:30pm to 10:30pm, visitors can learn from stargazing experts and use telescopes to explore the galaxies while identifying stars, constellations, and other deep space objects for free as part of the Kawartha Fall Festival.
No previous stargazing experience is required to participate, and telescopes will be provided by the Peterborough Astronomical Association. Participants are welcome to bring their own binoculars and tripods, but they are not required to.
“We will look at open clusters and globular clusters, as well as look at some planetary nebulae, and if sky conditions permit, we will go outside of our own galaxy and look at the Andromeda galaxy, which is the nearest, closest, and largest galaxy in our local group,” explained Brett Hardy, Education and Observing Director at the Peterborough Astronomical
Association. “Most people have also never seen the moon through a telescope, and during the event they’ll be able to see its craters, which is an amazing thing to see.”
Participants will also have the opportunity to view Saturn, the second largest planet in the solar system, something Hardy notes is an incredibly memorable experience.
“Without a telescope, you might mistake Saturn for a bright star, but with a telescope you’ll be able to see its rings,” said Hardy. “When most people look through a telescope at Saturn for the first time, they’ll say something along the lines of ‘That’s not real,’, but it is and it’s spectacular.”
This event wraps up the first night of the Kawartha Fall Festival, a free, week-long celebration of fall that features family events, guided hikes, wildlife demonstrations and more from Saturday, October 1 to Thanksgiving weekend. There is no cost for any of the events, but visitors are encouraged to drop off donations of non-perishable food items for the Kawartha Lakes Food Source at the main Administrative Building.
For a full list of events for the Kawartha Fall Festival, visit www.kawarthaconservation.com/festivals.
Members of the local artist group, Brushstrokes of Bobcaygeon, took to their easels to create a beautiful memorial for Pinecrest Nursing Home in Bobcaygeon. They created 30 small paintings of sunflowers which came together in a large collage painting.
Brushstrokes President, Kathy Matsumoto said, ”It was donated to commemorate those residents who passed away due to COVID-19, as well as Jean
Pollock, a dear friend and fellow artist, who also died during that time after visiting her husband who was a resident there.”
Kathy continues, “Vincent Van Gogh loved to paint sunflowers. They had a vital glow and form and
Sept 6 to 30th Art Show Opening
Sept 8 at 5:30 pm Gallery at the Boyd Museum September Art Show by Indigenous Artists
Chief Knott of Curve Lake First Nation is the guest speaker
Sept 22 4 pm Trinity United Church, Bobcaygeon
Blanket Exercise Workshop Anne Taylor Language Co ordinator, Curve Lake First Nation is a facilitator
Sept 30 5 pm sharp Boyd Museum Grounds Bobcaygeon
Guest Speakers From Curve Lake FN
Artist David Beaucage Johnson + Sarah Lewis Nogojiwanong Peterborough’s first poet laureate
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could raise his spirits in troubled times. Sunflowers represent strength, positivity and always turn to face the light.”
Kathy recently presented the painting at Pinecrest and spoke with about a dozen residents who were in attendance. “When you look at the painting hanging in the hall, remember fondly those who have passed,” she said. She added some important words from Helen Keller, “Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow. That’s what sunflowers do.”
If you’d like more information about Brushstrokes of Bobcaygeon, you can visit them online at www. brushstrokesofbobcaygeon.com.
Since its establishment in 2021, Canada marks National Truth and Reconciliation Day each year on September 30, a day that coincides with Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day.
This day is a powerful invitation to especially remember, and honour, survivors of residential schools, the children who did not return home, as well as acknowledge the families and communities who continue to be impacted. Deepening our understanding and publicly remembering the tragic and painful history of residential schools is a vital part of the reconciliation process in Canada.
Join TRC Bobcaygeon in welcoming guest speakers from Curve Lake First Nation on Friday, September 30 from 5 to 6pm at the Boyd Museum Gallery & Grounds in Bobcaygeon. Guest speakers will be artist David Beaucage Johnson and Sarah Lewis, Peterborough’s first Poet Laureate.
The Victoria County Studio Tour kicks off this weekend, September 24 and 25 and runs again October 1 and 2. There are 37 artists at 21 studios for you to enjoy.
Enjoy the fall colours and wonderful art in the beauty of the Kawarthas! This self-driving tour gives you the opportunity to see where (and sometimes how) the artists create their works. There’s a medium for everyone -- painting, ceramics, textiles, wood-turning, photography, stained glass and more.
Visit www.victoriacountystudiotour.com for information and to download a brochure. You can also follow them on Facebook.
The Buckhorn Community Centre and their resident acting troupe, The Hall’s Bridge Players are proud to bring you the much-anticipated (well, it’s been more than two years) comedy dinner theatre!
“A Red Plaid Shirt” is a fun romp about two retired couples and how they navigate the use of their spare time! This is the show that was scheduled for April 2020, but something happened along the way!
Performances are October 28-30; November 4-6 and November 11 and 12. Tickets are $45 each and include a delicious three-course roast beef dinner and, of course, the play.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased by phone at 705-657-8833 or by dropping into the BCC during business hours.
The Globus Theatre presents three nights of comedy in October that’s sure to get your laugh on!
• October 21 and 22: Girls Nite Out with an allfemale, all-funny stand-up and improv comedy show is the perfect way to spend quality time with your gal pals.
• October 29: Klusterfork Hilarious Hallowe’en brings Canadian favourite Linda Kash and her comedy colleagues to the Lakeview Arts Barn for a spooktacular night of improvisation. Tickets and more information are available at www.lakeviewartsbarn.com.
For the first time since 2019, the Bobcaygeon Fall Fair will welcome humans and livestock back to the Fairgrounds September 29 to October 1. It’s the 164th edition of the “Daddy of ‘Em All” and, from all indications, something to look forward to!
For visitors and exhibitors, there is much fun to be had - competitions, displays of home craft and handicrafts by local talents, music, entertainment, delicious foods, animals and a midway! Many dedicated volunteers take pride in making sure it is an experience to remember for all.
In her annual message posted on the Bobcaygeon Fall Fair website, Darlene Fell, President of the Board, said, “To say that the last 2+ years have been challenging would be an understatement, but I am very pleased to be in my third year as President and that we are able to host an in-person event this year. I really didn’t want to go down with the title of the ‘Pandemic President’.”
The highlights include the popular ProRider FMX Show and Demo Derby Thursday night. Truck and Tractor Pull on Friday night, the Talent Show and Spelling Bee on Saturday and the Light and Heavy Horse Pull Saturday afternoon.
There will be vendors at the Byron Martin Emporium throughout the weekend as well as a number of cattle, goat, sheep and horse shows on Saturday. Don’t forget to stop by to the Exhibit Hall at the Curling Club on Friday from 5 to 7pm; Saturday from 10am to 9pm; and Sunday from 10am to 4:45pm. for the Homecraft, Handicraft, Junior Homecraft, and Baking Competition entries.
Friday night’s live entertainment will be provided by Doc Walker with Limestone Cowboys. Tickets are $35 in advance (cash only, please) and $40 at the door (if there are any available). You can find them at one of the following locations:
Bobcaygeon
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Briarwood + Bay
• British Empire Fuels
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Jermyn Lumber
• Town and Country Decorating Fenelon Falls
• Barn + Bunkie
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White Cottage Cafe
The Fair is open Thursday, September 29 at 12 noon; Friday, September 30 at 9am and Saturday, October 1 at 9am.
You can find out more information at www. bobcaygeonfair.com.
Kawartha Lakes Arts Council and the Kawartha Lakes Public Library are pleased to announce the first Kawartha Lakes Writers Festival for readers, writers and book lovers.
The Writers Festival will primarily take place at the Lindsay branch on Saturday, October 22 from 10am to 5pm.
Readers and book lovers are invited to join writers for book sales and readings. Participating writers include Lucy E.M. Black, Emma Couette, Hollay Ghadery, William McGinn, Lori Rowsell, Gwen Tuinman, Cathy Walker and Sara C. Walker. Writers will be reading from their works in the Art Gallery throughout the afternoon.
Workshops will take place in the meeting room of the library with presentations from Hollay Ghadury, Sharon Overend, and Gwen Tuinman.
Join writer and historian Ian McKechnie for a Walk & Talk as he discusses his recent work researching
the McQuarrie family history while on a walk to McQuarrie Point. The Walk & Talk will depart from the library’s parking lot at 12noon.
In Fenelon Falls, The Book Lady presents author J. Stephen Thompson reading from his works at the Fenelon Falls Brewing Company.
You can follow them on Facebook at www. facebook.com/KawarthaLakesArtsCouncil.
The ‘Creating Experiences through Photography’ course is for photographers of all skill levels.
This interactive course will consist of online and in-person learning. Online sessions will take place Monday evenings 7pm to 8:30pm beginning October 3 through until October 24. A final in-person session will take place the first weekend in November in which participants will have an opportunity to apply what they have learned to real world scenarios.
This course will be led by Rob Stimpson, an accomplished photographer who has achieved international publication, award-winning photographs and who has a love for wilderness.
Pre-registration is required, limited space is available. You can learn more and register through the Kawartha Lakes Online Program Registration website. Please note, participants will be required to provide their own camera.
Free of charge
The Wellness Connections Program is designed for people aged 65+ to learn about healthy changes and choices to age well and to connect to local service providers offering supportive programs.
The program can be accessed virtually through our website or with in person support.
Access to our new online learning platform
Limited tablets or Wi Fi provided on request
Support and coaching provided by KL OHT staff
Visit our website or give us a call to learn more about the Wellness Connections Program.
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Since its establishment in 2021, Canada marks National Truth and Reconciliation Day each year on September 30, a day that coincides with Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous led grassroots commemorative day. This day is a powerful invitation to especially remember, and honour, survivors of residential schools, the children who did not return home, as well as acknowledge the families and communities who continue to be impacted. Deepening our understanding and publicly remembering the tragic and painful history of residential schools is a vital part of the reconciliation process in Canada.
Join TRC Bobcaygeon in welcoming guest speakers from Curve Lake First Nation on Sept. 30. This will be the closing event in our month of Celebrating First Peoples: Beaucage Lewis, Peterborough's first Poet Laureate
Note: The orange shirt is a symbol of the stripping away of culture, freedom and self esteem experienced by Indigenous children over generations On September 30, Canadians are encouraged to wear orange as a way to remember them
David Beaucage Johnson
Sarah Lewis
After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics are returning to the region on October 1, 2022 to provide a dose of protection for pets.
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is teaming up with select veterinarians to provide the clinics on October 1. The last time these clinics were held was in Fall 2019. Unfortunately, no clinics will be offered this fall in Haliburton County, as a participating veterinarian could not be found there.
Costs for the rabies vaccination at these clinics is $40 per animal (unless otherwise specified). Cash only and no appointments are needed. Pet owners are urged to keep dogs on leashes and cats in carriers, and also bring proof of their pet’s most recent rabies vaccination if possible. COVID-19 precautions will be in place, with masks required to be worn indoors and recommended if unable to physically distance. Everyone is asked to follow the COVID-19 protocols, and anyone who is feeling sick should stay home.
“If you are a pet owner who faces financial challenges, then the Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics are for you,” says Richard Ovcharovich, Manager of Health Protection with the HKPR District Health Unit. “Rabies is fatal, so getting pets vaccinated is an important part of caring for animals and being a responsible pet owner. By vaccinating your four-legged friend, you are also protecting the health of your family and loved ones.”
Here is a list of clinics being offered in the City of Kawartha Lakes:
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Fenelon Falls: Fenelon Animal Clinic (474 County Road 121), 9am to Noon
• Lindsay: Kawartha Animal Hospital (130 Angeline St S.) 8am to Noon
The Health Unit notes that the ReducedCost Rabies Vaccination Clinics do not include an examination of pets. Owners will need to schedule another appointment with their vet to have their pet fully screened.
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