jaunuary 23, 2014
THE FRONTENAC NEWS
· I'm a great aunt once again with the birth of a new baby girl to my nephew and spouse of Kingston. We are some excited about this new baby. Children are a gift from God.
PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele Christine Teal
613-375-6219 613-375-6525 mrsteal2u@hotmail.com
· Sympathy is extended to the family of the late James Webster who passed away this weekend. James will definitely be missed at the ball diamonds in the summer time. He was an avid supporter of Minor Ball. · Condolences to the families of the late Fred Shangraw and Edith Playfair, who passed away recently. Both families have relatives in this area. · Thinking of you to Cecil Cota and to Rod Clow. · There will be a Spaghetti Dinner/Silent Auction Fundraiser for the New York and Costa Rica trips on Wednesday Jan. 29 at Granite Ridge Education Centre. Plans include a spaghetti dinner with dessert, silent auction, and live entertainment by local musicians starting at 6pm. · All users of the Post Office should be aware of the recent proposed changes coming to the postal systems. Voice your opinion, maybe it will help. · The 4th Annual Polar Bear Plunge is set for Feb. 16 at the Marina as part of the Frontenac Heritage Festival. If you are brave enough to take the dip, you can, or if not, you could sponsor someone who is. · I received a phone call from Mike Hayes. His heart is thankful for all the support from the readers of the Frontenac News. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. · The Oddfellows' Bingos are every Friday night starting at 6:45pm. Come out and bring a friend or more! The lodge depends on the profits from these, not to keep up the hall but to help others who are in need in this area. · Some volunteers were treated to supper on Friday night by the District #4 Recreation Committee as a way of saying thanks to all who helped in the various functions that they offer. A delicious roast beef dinner was catered by Tim and Penny Cota and enjoyed by all!! · There will be a Broomball Tournament at the Tichborne rink on Feb 8. Looking for eight teams of 8-10 people, grades 7 and older (adults welcome). Registration costs $100 per team. Homemade hot chili and BBQ. Broomball stick provided; participants need to bring their own helmets. Proceeds support the Granite Ridge grade 8 graduation trip. Call Randy at 279-1233 or email schallj@limestone.on.ca · Congratulations to Krista Bertrim and Dave Teal on their recent wedding. The happy couple exchanged vows last week on a sunny beach, with family and friends accompanying them! · This Saturday January 25 the Parham Free Methodist Church is hosting another Gospel Sing at 7 o'clock and the featured guests are the Mill Creek band. Also performing will be local talent. A freewill offering will be taken and there will be a chance to socialize afterward. All welcome · Thank you to everyone for coming out to Coffee Time at the Parham Free Free Methodist Church!! What a huge success!!! Remember every Tuesday from 10-11.30 the church will be opening the hall for "Coffee Time." Coffee, tea and cookies will be available at no cost to you. So come on out and socialize with your friends and neighbors! · Are you curious to check out the new facilities of Granite Ridge Education Center? On Monday Jan. 27 from 4 - 6 pm students will be available to give tours. Just come to the front entrance and you will get to see the inside of the building!
· Happy Birthday to Jackie Conway, Eileen Whan, Bill Young, Bernie Quinn, Carol Belanger, Nicki Gowdy, Phil Fox, Avery Lowery, Paddy O'Connor, Ken McEwen, Gloria McEwen, and Dorothy Verbeek
Karen Prytula
613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com
· Tay Valley Moment: Recently someone asked me about how the hamlet of Brooke got its name. The only thing I can think of is that it was named for Thomas Brooke, who was township clerk for South Sherbrooke from the 1860s to the 1870s. He lived in Brooke and raised a large family. He was also the clerk for Perth during the same time. He lived a long time, until the age of 100. · The Agricultural Society's annual general meeting on January 13 saw a new board of directors elected for 2014. They are now busy preparing for the next Maberly fair. Fundraising is top on the agenda. Canvassers will soon be contacting you, so give generously. The first fundraising social event of the year will be the Euchre party and Ham & Bean Dinner on Saturday February 15. Contact Kathy Simonsen, 613-2682730 to bring food or volunteer some time in the kitchen. Watch for a flyer in your Frontenac News
VERONA
Debbie Lingen
613-374-2091 debbie@lingens.com
· I just finished a robust, sweat-producing VON SMART exercise session at Trinity United Church. You know what, it was great. Forty women, gently aged 55 and older (in our prime, I like to think) sweated to the oldies and enjoyed every minute. We even burst out singing “Do wah diddy diddy dum diddy do” as we did knee bends to the strains of Manfred Mann. Right now the two classes held each week are full but if you want to join in the fun, there is a waiting list. You can also get on the list for the spring classes that start up in April. You must be 55 years of age or older to participate and the classes are now free of charge to eligible participants. Registration is required. Please call Joanne at the VON at 613-634-0130 ext. 414 or e-mail joanne.irvine@von.ca to get your name on the waiting list. · If you can’t wait for spring and want to avoid the winter spread (that hits the waist and hips this time of year) the Walking Club may start up again if enough people are interested. Nancy Botting has taken over the reins and would like to know who would like to participate. The walking club will be every Tuesday and Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. Just bring your walking shoes and a loonie to participate and walk to
Sharbot Lake
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Frontenac Heritage Festival
PHOTO CONTEST There is one category only
“Frontenac Landmarks” We are looking for scenes that are in line with the Festival theme “Heritage” and Frontenac County’s upcoming 150th Anniversary, which is in 2015
3 prizes: 1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $25 Send entries to fhfestival@gmail.com
Full contest rules are on our website www.sites.google.com/site/frontenacheritagefestival The deadline for entries is Monday Feb 10, 7:00 pm The winners will be announced Saturday, Feb 15 at 1:00 pm at Soldiers Memorial Hall along with a slide show of the entries.
RURAL LEGAL SERVICES Will hold its
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, February 6, 2014, 4:00 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, Sharbot Lake The members will elect a Board of Directors and transact necessary corporate business Everyone is welcome. Voting is limited to Members of Record 30 days prior to the meeting date.
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Indoor Sports Program N
BellRock cyclists--changing gears for winter - photo courtesy of Deborah Twiddy · Debbie Twiddy sent me the latest update on the Cycling Club. Due to the inclement weather, early December was their last cycling trip. However, the good news is that they are still meeting every Tuesday morning for a hike, snowshoe, or skating trip. They did an energetic 90-minute snowshoe trip last week, just south of Snider Road. Anybody interested in joining them can contact Debbie via email at dmtwiddy2002@yahoo.ca. Debbie needs to know a day or two ahead as they change activity/location each week depending on conditions.
For more information, call: 613-279-3252 or Toll Free: 1-888-777-8916
Walk Ins Welcome as time permits. 1045 Village Woods Dr.
some great music. Don’t worry about the weather, snow or ice. The walks take place in the Verona Lions Centre. Please call Nancy at 613-374-5350 and let her know that you want to join in the fun.
MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE
No referrals are needed. Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Call Laura today to make an appointment!
613-279-2802
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Kids Fit
Where kids get fit, and fit in! Monday: Verona Prince Charles Public School, February 3 - March 31 6:00pm-7:00pm, Ages 8 to 12 *Mixed Sports* Cost $25 per child (Subsidies available) For 8 weeks Registration will take place on the first night of session in your area listed above. No sessions on March break
Wednesday: Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Public School February 5 - April 2 6:00pm to 6:50pm, Ages 5 to 8 7:00pm to 7:50pm, Ages 9 to 12 *Soccer ONLY* Thursday: Mountain Grove Land O’Lakes Public School February 6 - April 3 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Ages 5 to 8 6:30pm to 7:30pm, Ages 9 to 12 *Mixed Sports*
Call The Child Centre for more information or to register. 613-279-2244 RR #2, 1004 Art Duffy Road, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0
1004 Medical Center St, Sharbot Lake 613-279-3200 NEW WINTER HOURS Mon., Tues. Wed: 8am - 3pm Thur, Fri, Sat. 8am - 8pm, Sun. 8am - 8pm
Weekly Dinner Specials Jan 23 (Thursday) - Pizza & Wings - small three topping pizza and 12 chicken wings. Prepared as you like. $17.99 Jan 24 (Friday) - Chicken Alfredo - Linguini topped with homemade Alfredo Sauce and a fresh grilled chicken breast. Served with a garlic Baguette and a Caesar salad to start. $14.99 Jan 25 (Saturday) - Stuffed Pork Chop - Fresh loin chop, stuffed with a tasty rice filling and grilled to perfection. Served with potatochoice and vegetable. Soup or salad to start. $13.99 Jan 26 (Sunday) - Chicken Parmigiana - Breaded chicken breast topped withTomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection. Served with potato choice or pasta and vegetable. Soup or Salad to start $13.99 Jan 30 (Thursday) - Spaghetti & Meat sauce - Spaghetti and homemade meat sauce served with a garlic baguette and Caesar salad to start. $12.99 Jan 31 (Friday) - Steak & Wings - 8oz New York topped with four wings, prepared as you like. Served with potato choice and vegetable. Soup or salad to start. $17.99 Feb 1 (Saturday) - Pork Tenderloin - Breaded Pork Tenderloin grilled toperfection and topped with maple gravy. Served with oven roasted potatoes and vegetable. Soup or salad to start. $13.99 Feb 2 (Sunday) - Roast Beef Dinner - Tender juicy roast beef topped with gravy. Served with potato choice and vegetable. Soup or salad to start. $14.99
Come and check it out Homemade pies, soups, sauces, fresh veggies, the new maple gravy. Excellent friendly staff to take care of all your needs.