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BOBCAYGEON BEACH PARK UPDATE

Work continues on the Bobcaygeon Beach Park Redevelopment project, scheduled to be completed this summer.

March project updates and activities completed to date include: • Fill export has now been completed. • The masonry work on the exterior of the building facades and interior masonry walls advanced and is now 90% complete.

Projected activities for April include, but are not limited to: • Continued electrical trenching and site servicing. • Masonry work for the Washroom and Maintenance

Building facades will be finalized. • Installation of granular material for hardscaping will take place.

SPRING ROAD MAINTENANCE

Kawartha Lakes Public Works staff are engaged with a number of seasonal activities to help maintain roads and keep them safe for drivers and pedestrians.

Spring activities include: • Brushing • Culvert maintenance • Pothole repair (cold and hot patch) • Sweeping • Grading • Dust control • Line painting • Winter control

When staff are not in plow trucks doing winter control, they’re trimming back roadside brush and performing culvert maintenance. Street sweeping will begin in the urban areas in the south of the municipality and work north. Hot patch is not yet available from suppliers; potholes are filled with cold mix for now. Grading will begin when gravel roads have had a chance to dry up.

Crews always identify their work areas with signs, pylons and/or barriers. The most important thing you can do as a passing driver, cyclist or pedestrian is to pay attention to the signs. This includes stopping when needed, slowing down and safely going around the working crews.

Tracy Richardson, Deputy Mayor explained, “Council is investing more into our road infrastructure each year, with more than $20 million going to road

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reconstruction and lifecycle extension in 2022. We’re doing this so that in future we won’t have to put as much emphasis on repairs.

“We know there are potholes out there. Our Public Works staff are continually patrolling the roads and assessing needs. The timeline for a pothole fix is ranked according to the class of road - main roads first. It is also based on the width and depth of the pothole. I know it’s frustrating, but this is a fact of life in Canada. We can’t stop the freezing/thawing and we can’t fix the roads until the weather allows. Thank you for having patience as we get through the messy Spring season.”

To report a pothole or other service request, call our Municipal Call Centre at 705-324-9411 or report online at www.kawarthalakes.ca/reportit.

FIREFIGHTERS DONATE EQUIPMENT

Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service recently donated Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) to Firefighters Without Borders Canada. The donation consisted of approximately 200 sets of breathing apparatus including air cylinders, masks, helmets and accessories.

Firefighters Without Borders Canada is working with Saskatchewan First Nations Emergency Management to distribute these donations and they in turn work with Prince Albert Grand Council and Yorkton Tribal Council to support in excess of 25 First Nations communities throughout Saskatchewan. In the past four years, Firefighters Without Borders Canada have outfitted more than 1,000 First Nations volunteer firefighters and supplied approximately 20 various apparatus and ambulances.

“It’s an honour for Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service to be in a position to help. On behalf of the entire Fire Service, I’d like to thank Council for supporting the purchase of new SCBA for our firefighters. This in turn provided the opportunity to support our counterparts in Saskatchewan through Firefighters Without Borders Canada,” noted Chief Jones.

A big thank you to Carl Eggiman at Firefighters Without Borders Canada, who helped facilitate this donation as well as the costs of transportation to Saskatchewan. To learn more about Firefighters Without Borders Canada please visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/FWBCanada.

BURN BAN IN EFFECT

A burn ban will be in effect throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes for the entire month of April. Residents will be notified when the ban is lifted.

“Each year in April, a burn ban is imposed as part of the open air burning by-law. Even though there may be snow or localized flooding, dry grass and debris catch fire easily and the flames spread quickly,” said Fire Chief Terry Jones. “The April burn ban helps reduce the risk to our residents and firefighters.”

Under section 8.03 of By-Law 2016-110, those setting a fire during a burn ban can be charged under the Provincial Offences Act and will also be responsible for the costs incurred by potential fire suppression

efforts.

The ban does not necessarily apply to those with Agricultural or Special Burn Permits as special conditions already apply to these permits. However, safe practices should be followed at all times for those authorized to burn.

Residents can check the status of the burn ban at the end of April by calling 1-888-822-2225 extension 8 or by visiting the Burn Ban, Permits and By-Laws page on the website.

“The ban may be continued past April if the conditions aren’t suitable for open air burning,” added Jones. “Our first priority is keeping our residents and our environment safe.”

The municipality thanks all residents for their cooperation and assistance during this time.

FEDERAL MONEY FOR TOURISM INDUSTRY

Tourism is essential to the vitality of local businesses and communities across southern Ontario, bringing millions of visitors to the region each year. Indigenous tourism offers unique opportunities for Indigenous cultural expression and preservation to be shared with visitors from around the world. The Government of Canada is continuing to support the tourism sector as Canada recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring local tourism businesses have the tools they need to position themselves for a strong and resilient economic future.

The Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced a total investment of $68.5 million through the Tourism Relief Fund for Indigenous Tourism Ontario and 11 Regional Tourism Organizations (RTOs) across southern Ontario. This investment will help tourism businesses and communities safely welcome back visitors, recover from the impacts of the pandemic and prepare for future growth.

With an investment of $3.5 million, Indigenous Tourism Ontario will provide non-repayable contributions of up to $100,000 to Indigenous businesses, not-for-profit organizations, Band Councils, and Indigenous communities to invest in new or enhanced tourism experiences, upgrade tourism assets, and attract domestic and international tourists. ITO will also deliver the Renew Indigenous Tourism program to support Indigenous organizations, businesses, and entrepreneurs as they work to recover from the pandemic. This investment will support up to 40 Indigenous projects to create and maintain up to 100 jobs.

As part of this investment, 11 RTOs across southern Ontario will also receive a combined investment of $65 million to distribute funding through nonrepayable contributions of up to $100,000 to southern Ontario tourism-oriented businesses and organizations to innovate and invest in new and enhanced tourism experiences to attract visitors from within Canada and around the world. This investment will support up to 1,300 tourism entities and create or maintain up to 4,100 jobs.

In total, this overall investment will support 1,340 tourism entities and create and maintain 4,200 jobs. More information on how to apply for support will be available on the ITO and eligible RTO’s websites shortly.

OMEMEE SERVICE CENTRE REOPENS

The Omemee Service Centre at 1 King Street West has now reopened to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Staff will be available to assist with a variety of municipal services, including the purchase of solid waste items, to accept tax and utility payments and to process dog tags. The building will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Similar to other public indoor spaces, the service centre is subject to COVID-19 safety protocols including physical distancing at all times. Please see Ontario’s COVID-19 public health measures for current restrictions and advice.

This will be the third Service Centre available to the public. The Lindsay Municipal Service Centre located at 180 Kent Street West and Coboconk Service Centre at 9 Grandy Road are currently open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The Bobcaygeon Service Centre remains temporarily closed due to construction.

WELL WATER TESTING IS BACK

Peterborough Public Health (PPH) and the Municipality of Trent Lakes have made it easier for county residents to have their well water tested by offering free well water sample drop offs from spring to fall. This well water testing service is available at no charge to all permanent and seasonal residents in the Municipality of Trent Lakes through a program with PPH.

Water samples can be dropped off at the Administrative Office located at 760 County Road 36 in the upper floor main entrance lobby – just in time for the change in season and the return of seasonal residents.

“With the snow melt and spring runoff, this is a good time of year to test your water as there is a higher risk of contamination,” said Chris Eaton, Public Health Inspector. “This is relevant to both drilled and dug wells, but is especially important for dug wells, as they are shallower and more susceptible to contamination. We are happy to partner with the Municipality of Trent

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Empty sample bottles can be picked up from the Administrative Office Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Filled sample bottles can then be dropped off Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:30am and 10am and are couriered to the Public Health Lab in Peterborough for testing.

Samples must be collected within 24 hours of drop off at the Administrative Office to ensure they reach the lab and are processed in a timely manner. Residents are encouraged to carefully read the sampling and collection instructions included with each kit. Filled sample bottles should be placed in the water sample fridge located in the lobby.

Drop off schedules may change for statutory holidays. For example, samples will not be accepted on Thursday, April 14 due to the Easter long weekend.

Water samples can also be dropped off at the following locations: • Peterborough Public Health, 185 King Street, Peterborough, between 8:30am and 4:30pm

Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30am to 12 noon on Fridays. • Public Health Ontario Laboratory at 99 Hospital

Drive between the hours of 8am and 4pm.

Well water samples are tested for two types of bacterial contamination: total coliforms and E. coli. Total coliforms indicate the presence of general contamination such as surface runoff. E. coli indicates the water has been contaminated with fecal material which may contain disease-causing microorganisms. Anyone can become ill if they consume contaminated water, but the young, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals are at a higher risk.

Residents will receive water quality results by mail or can call Public Health Ontario’s Interactive Voice Response at 1-877-723-3426. If you have questions about your test results, you can call the PPH Safe Water Program at 705-743-1000, ext. 232, for more information.

Internal/External Job Posting Labourer

Canadian Union of Public Employees – Local 1306.1

Type: Permanent Full-Time, Union Wage: $23.31 per hour – As per April 2022 increase under CUPE Contract Hours of work: 40 hours per week Department: Public Works

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is seeking a qualified Labourer.

Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent; • Minimum of one-year experience performing job related duties; • Ability to operate a variety of equipment; • Ability to operate power tools safely; • Valid Ontario Driver’s Class ‘G’ License with a clean driver abstract; • Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s License an asset; • Knowledge of flagging and construction maintenance regulations; • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act; • Chainsaw certification; • Knowledge of road maintenance programs and construction methods; • Ability to identify operating problems and road hazards; • Expected to use initiative and judgement as well as work with limited supervision once tasks have been defined.

The full job description is available at http://www.trentlakes.ca/ departments/human-resources/job-postings/.

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application. Applications must be clearly marked “Labourer” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, April 15, 2022. Please submit your resume to the Human Resources Coordinator, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca. Candidates are encouraged to inform of any accommodating requests so that they can be dealt with throughout the recruitment process. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.

WILLIAM STREET SOUTH STILL CLOSED

While Kent Street West in Lindsay is now open, please be advised that William Street South, from Kent Street West to Russell Street West, still remains closed until May 4, 2022.

Detours are available and businesses and sidewalks remain open to pedestrians. Please follow all directional signage.

Contractor Coco Paving is performing road construction on William Street South as part of phase four of the Lindsay Downtown reconstruction.

KLFS RELEASES GIVING GUIDES

Making a difference in your community is about to get a whole lot easier. Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) has released a series of “Giving Guides” that provide step-by-step instructions on how to contribute to the organization at any level, from corporate sponsorships to neighbourhood food drives.

KLFS is the largest non-profit food distribution organization in the City of Kawartha Lakes. In addition to supplying local food banks, the organization offers a slate of food security programs including the Lindsay Community Food Market, the Family Cooking Project, and Open Gardens. KLFS runs on the generosity of the community.

Throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes, from Omemee to Kinmount and everywhere in between, local individuals and organizations step up to support KLFS by hosting food drives, collecting donations, and putting on fundraising events. The “Giving Guides” will help individuals, groups, and corporations decide what kind of contribution makes the most sense and guide them through the process.

The Community Events Guide explains how to lead an event with tips, materials, templates, and promotion examples. From a community barbeque to an office food drive, KLFS is there to support community members wanting to put on a fun and successful event.

In the Individual Giving Guide, individuals learn about the benefits of memorial donations, donoradvised funds, and estate giving, among other options.

The Corporate Giving Guide is an overview of the various ways KLFS can help organizations meet their business goals. The guide explains the process of becoming a retail partner for our social enterprise salsa, becoming a signature event sponsor, and organizing a business fundraiser or payroll giving program.

Food Bank use is rising daily due to food prices and the high cost of housing in Ontario. KLFS hopes with these guides, individuals and businesses will consider one of the many ways to donate to KLFS and the community of Kawartha Lakes.

Go to www.kawarthalakesfoodsource.com “Want to Help?” to learn more about KLFS and view and download these new guides. The Community Events Guide is on “Donate Food”, while the Individual and Corporate Giving Guides are under “Donate Money”.

Follow Kawartha Lakes Food Source on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube and Tiktok to keep up-to-date on food insecurity issues, community events and more.

GO JUMP IN THE LAKE

Submitted by Dean Michel

For the third straight year, that’s exactly what residents in the Coboconk area will be doing in support of the Summit Wellness Centre.

The third annual Jump in the Lake Challenge takes place Saturday, May 7 at 2pm. This year’s goal is $100,000.

Unlike organized Polar Bear dips that happen in one central location, the event promotes social distancing and takes place off each participant’s dock or waterfront location of their choice.

The Summit Wellness Centre will provide a hub for community health in the Northern Kawartha Lakes. It will include more doctors, after-hours care, physiotherapy, dental, a community meeting space, and other complementary services that will benefit both full-time and seasonal residents.

In 2021, 40 participants braved chilly Kawartha Lakes waters to raise over $53,000.

“The Jump in the Lake Challenge embodies community spirit. We are absolutely thrilled with how such a small action by a number of people has the ability to transform and inspire a small community,” said organizer Dean Michel. “And despite the cold water, it’s a lot of fun for a fantastic cause.”

To join the challenge as a participant or donor visit kawarthalakeside.com/challenge.

COUNTRY LIVING SHOW RETURNS

The Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show will return to the Fenelon Falls Community Centre from April 22 to 24.

The event features more than 100 booths filled with products and services specifically targeted to the country home, farm and cottage owner. It’s the kick-off event of Summer and is not to be missed. Thanks to

Job Posting By-Law Enforcement Officer/Building and Planning Assistant

Type: Temporary (1 Year) Full-Time, Non-Union Salary: $54,091.25 to $63,634.46 annually Hours of work: 35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday Department: Building, Planning and By-law The Municipality of Trent Lakes is seeking a person to fill the position of By-Law Enforcement Officer/Building and Planning Assistant.

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma; • Minimum one year previous experience in Municipal Government or equivalent; • Minimum of two years’ experience in enforcement of the Ontario Building Code; • Minimum of one-year experience as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is preferred; • Experience in a building related environment considered an asset; • Ontario Association of Property Standards Officer Basic Certification is preferred; • Knowledge of The Building Code Act, Municipal By-laws, The Provincial Offences Act, The Canada Evidence Act, and The Ontario Courts of Justice Act; • Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS); • Knowledge of basic building requirements and terminology; • Knowledge of basic planning principles; • Must have, and maintain, a valid class “G” driver’s license with a clean driver abstract. The full job description is available at https://www.trentlakes.ca/careers-and-volunteering. Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application. Applications must be clearly marked “By-Law Enforcement Officer/Building and Planning Assistant” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Monday, April 25, 2022. Please submit your resume to the Deputy Treasurer, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca. We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to inform of any accommodating requests so that they can be dealt with throughout the recruitment process. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.

generous sponsors, admission is again free.

At the show, you can experience an updated layout, unique artist installations, and an onsite restaurant hosted by On The Locks, offering both sitdown dining and grab-and-go options.

This year also marks the return of The Barn and Bunkie Hello Spring Sale, which features an impressive showcase of local artisans offering everything from baked goodies and handmade gifts to signs, home decor, garden art and more.

New to the show this year is Browning Reptiles, who will be at the show on Sunday, April 24 from 12 to 2 pm and the Kawartha Lakes Arts Council Artist Showcase.

Regular exhibitors include product and service providers, as well as community organizations from around the region.

Show hours are from 4pm to 8pm on Friday, April 22; 10am to 5pm on Saturday, April 23 and 10am to 3pm on Sunday, April 24.

For more information about exhibitors, visit www. countrylivingshow.ca.

DREAM, BELIEVE, INSPIRE

Submitted by Susan Taylor

Kawartha Art Gallery, in partnership with Curated, presents an online fundraising auction of a selection of original and reproduction fine artwork.

Dream, Believe, Inspire ~ REACH for Recovery is a fundraising auction presented by Kawartha Art Gallery in raising funds for REACH for Recovery, a Lindsaybased, peer support program of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge that provides services to people aged 16 and older, living with mental health concerns.

Statistically proven, arts participation is associated with better overall health and mental health. Canadians’ Arts Participation, Health, and Well-Being, released in February 2021, probed the relationships between 15 arts, culture, and heritage activities 15 activities and aspects of health and well-being. The research shows important linkages between the arts and health, linkages that are particularly important within the current pandemic and eventual post-pandemic recovery, with a strong connection between cultural participation and overall health and solid evidence of a connection between cultural participation and mental health.

The Dream, Believe, Inspire ~ REACH for Recovery online auction runs until Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

The collection of artworks can be viewed online, and bids placed at: https://curated.hibid.com/

The works are also available for viewing during the Gallery’s hours of Wednesday to Saturday, 10:30am to 4pm. Winning bidders can pick up their paintings by appointment at Kawartha Art Gallery located on the second floor of The Lindsay Public Library at 190 Kent Street West in Lindsay, Ontario. Delivery is only available if within delivery area.

FUNDRAISER REMARKS HIT HOME

On March 26, Women’s Resources held their 10th Anniversary Year for the Marquee Event at the Academy Theatre in Lindsay. Country Artist Dean Brody provided the entertainment. Lori Watson, executive

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director of Women’s Resources made her remarks at the event and, as fundraising efforts are ongoing for this important program, The Kawartha Promoter is proud to present an excerpt of those remarks. You can find out more about how you can help at www. womensresources.ca.

“Hello/welcome City of Kawartha Lakes, Lindsay, Haliburton and surrounding community. You have no idea how grateful we are to be here with you tonight. We have missed you. Your support means so much to us.

As with each of you, Covid has been challenging for all of us at WR. For the past two years, we have not been able to have our regular fundraising event. Our gently used clothing store, Vicky’s Values, was closed off for more than 3 months and has been working with reduced hours, resulting in a significant loss in fundraising revenue to support our services.

But even more devastating was the Shadow Pandemic of Covid, the isolation of Covid kept many women trapped at home, unable to call for help or leave and get to the safety of a shelter. We saw some of the worse cases of physical abuse than we have even seen as women were forced to stay in dangerous situations where home was not a safe haven from Covid or from anything else.

Due to health regulations, we had to decrease our shelter capacity from 20 to 10 beds and get very creative at finding safe alternatives for women while they were awaiting Covid testing, going through isolation and awaiting beds.

We are hoping tonight will mark a turnaround for us and for the women we work with. We need the support of our community now more than ever and we thank you so much for your patience waiting for this event over the last two years.

As always none of this would be possible without our sponsors. These businesses have also been impacted by COVID. They have stood by us and now we have to stand by them.”

CINEMA TO REOPEN MAY 6

Highlands Cinemas in Kinmount has had a tough two years. They have been closed since the beginning of COVID. According to their website, “Looking back at all the restrictions, customer hesitancy, the state of the pandemic, the lack of, and streaming of movies, and considering the figures coming out of Theatres that did open, we would have never recovered our opening cost, and lost money which would have been disastrous.”

The good news is ... given the state of the pandemic right now, they are intending to reopen to the public on May 6.

If you’ve never been to this unique facility, complete with movie memerobilia and first-class films, you won’t want to miss out this summer. Please consider supporting this great local business.

You can find out more at www.highlandscinemas. com.

GAMIING OFFERS SUMMER CAMP

Gamiing Nature Centre is thrilled to be able to offer six one-week sessions of Canopy Summer Day Camp this July and in August.

During the five-day nature camp, young people will participate in active and engaging outdoor experiences. Campers will use our newly refurbished Discovery Shack which has been restored thanks to local community support. Here, campers will be able to examine wildlife skeletons and conduct shoreline science experiments.

The Hayloft provides the morning check-in site and home base to campers, as it offers a rustic vibe and shelter from the summer elements. From the Hayloft, campers explore the many canopy lined coniferous trails and wild edible plants leading to the shoreline of Pigeon Lake where canoes and kayaks await. Observing wildlife, meadows and wet trails as well as stretching the imagination. Gamiing Nature Centre also offers an inviting salt water inground swimming pool for the enjoyment of young campers during the long hot days of summer.

Should the weather turn damp, The Strawbale

is within reach and offers a warm space to continue to learn about our lands and natural environment thru a variety of nature-themed activities. Children are encouraged to decide if/when they are ready to participate in these activities and are supervised throughout.

Programs are designed to foster an appreciation of nature and a sense of adventure. And the experienced staff create a safe and supportive environment, encouraging kids’ natural curiosity and providing opportunities to make new friends. Zero-waste products, like reusable water bottles, and bring everything out that you take in, including wrappers, containers, and food scraps are recommended.

The cost for the 5-day program, which runs from 9am to 3pm is $250 and registration is now open. Please note that space is limited.

Camps take place July 4 to 8, July 11 to 15, July 18 to 22, July 25 to 29, August 1 to 5 and August 8 to 12.

With the latest Covid-19 protocols per Haliburton Public Health securely in place, Day Camp promotes awareness and respect for nature through yearround, hands-on outdoor nature education and park stewardship activities.

GLOBUS ANNOUNCES SUMMER SEASON LINEUP

Running from June 22 to August 27 at the Lakeview Arts Barn in Bobcaygeon, Globus Theatre’s 2022 Summer Season comprises of a world premiere murder mystery The Great 44th Fowler’s Falls Fall Fair Disaster written by Sarah Quick; two new

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Meet My Sister – by Bonnie Green – June 22 to July 2

This is a hilarious new Canadian play about sibling rivalry, aging parents, and childhood memories.

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that they join forces when Mom, who is scheduled to move to Pleasant Poplars, a Long-Term Care Facility, locks herself in her home and refuses to go!

As the sisters attempt to cajole Mom out of her house and into a home, they fight, bond, laugh, reminisce, and argue over who inherits the green glass. Little do they know that a high school crush will make an appearance and long buried family secrets are about to change all their lives forever.

Leisa Way and her Wayward Wind Band star in Rock n’ Roll is Here to Stay – July 5 to 16

This is a musical journey through the history of Rock ‘n Roll featuring audience favourite Leisa Way. And this time she’s keeping the classic rock flame burning in a high-energy, captivating show with songs from the hottest Rock n Roll stars and bands in music history.

As Leisa and her phenomenal musicians take us on a magical mystery tour of 40 years of rock’s greatest hits, poodle skirts and page boys gave way to miniskirts and go-go boots.

The Three Musketeers - by John Nicholson & Le Navet Bete – July 20 to 30

This riotous adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel is a funny, high-energy romp full of swashbuckling and rollicking adventure. Join the young and naive D’Artagnan as he sets out for Paris, armed only with a baguette and his loyal but problematic steed, on a quest to become a King’s musketeer, After discovering that the musketeers have been disbanded, he makes it his mission to get them reinstated. But an encounter with the dangerous femme fatale, Milady de Winter may prove to be his downfall.

The Great 44th Fowler’s Falls Fall Fair Disaster – by Sarah Quick – August 3 to 13

The fall fair is an annual highlight for the residents of tiny Fowler’s Falls, and it is abound with traditions. But an influx of new residents in town threatens to throw things into disarray.

The talent show is thrust into turmoil, the Harvest Queen pageant is a fashion disaster, the homecraft committee suspect sabotage and the rooster crowing competition crown holder looks to be the victim of fowl play.

Stakes are high, the competition is fierce, and it looks like someone would kill to be the winner.

Screwball Comedy – by Norm Foster – August 17 to 27

This is a great new Canadian comedy from audience favourite Norm Foster.

The year is 1938 and newly laid-off perfumier Mary Hayes is trying to break into the male dominated world of newspaper journalism. Editor-in-Chief Bosco Godfrey sets a competition between his egotistical star reporter Jeff Kincaid and plucky Mary, assigning them to cover a society wedding. If Jeff writes the better story, he gets to keep his job. If Mary wins, she will replace the ace newshound.

Artistic Producer, James Barret says, “We are thrilled to be able to announce a season that has us returning to the Lakeview Arts Barn stage at full force. Over the last two years we have developed an even stronger relationship with our audience and had an opportunity to really talk to them and listen to what they have to say - this season is what they have asked for and we cannot wait to share it with them”.

Tickets go on sale on April 7 for STAR supporters and April 11 for the General Public. You can book your tickets by calling the box office at 705-7382037. Tickets are $42.50 for theatre-only, $85 for dinner and theatre. You can get a 5-show Subscription Theatre Package for $212.50 (includes dinner only with the Murder Mystery) or you can choose a 5-show Subscription Dinner & Theatre Package for $382.50

Visit Globus Theatre website at www. globustheatre.com for more information.

LOCAL AGRICULTURE AWARDS

Hard-working farmers joined local business leaders for the Kawartha Lakes Spotlight on Agriculture Gala and Awards event recently held at the LEX Grounds.

The Farm Family Award was given to The deVos Family (pictured), Simcoe Street Meat Packers received the Excellence in Agriculture Award, The Batty Family was recognized for 150 and 200 years farming with the Milestone Recognition Program and Allison Brown was the recipient of the Agriculture Leadership Scholarship.

The deVos family have farmed northeast of Manilla in Kawartha Lakes since the mid-1950’s as an ever growing dairy and cash crop farm now encompassing 1,200 acres of corn, wheat, beans, and forages, plus 165 Holstein cows. With over 10 family households within a 2km radius of the home farm, there are upwards of 20 family members who are active in the farming operation when called upon. While Jack and Erkie deVos started the farm with their family of six boys, son number four, John and his wife Fern deVos

currently lead the family farm business. Their operation also includes a 30 cow beef herd and some chickens, and most recently expanded to open Vosbrae Dairy, an on-farm cow, goat, and sheep milk cheese processing plant. The farm is well known to many as they often host public events at the farm such at the Twilight Meeting, forage days, barn open houses, and Kawartha Farmfest. Their claim to success comes from working very well together, which comes from regular farm ‘meetings’ for coffee at 10am and 3pm daily, all under the watchful

eye of Opa Jack, who visits about 47 times a day!

Simcoe Street Meats Packers is a provincially inspected abattoir located just north of Manilla, Ontario in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Purchased by his father in 2003, Wahab Zamani has since taken over the operations. Simcoe Street provides custom slaughter and processing of beef, veal, and lamb as well as purchasing directly from local farms to supply a number of independent butchers as well as their own two retail outlets in North York and Newmarket, with local product. Simcoe Street Meat Packers are also partners in the ownership of Farmers Butcher Shop in Lindsay with Matt Devries, which they opened to complete the full local supply loop within the community. Wahab points to a key aspect of his success in that he has about 20 local farmers on speed-dial on his phone, whom he can call up to arrange for purchase of product. They have built these relationships over the years. The farmers know what he is looking for, and he knows where to get the right animals to meet a variety of different markets, each with their own preferences. Their slogan is reflected in the comments from their customers. They can “Trust the Processing”; they know it’s done locally and with knowledge of where the meats came from. Wahab appreciates that people are looking to support local, and he can directly provide that local product.

CELEBRATE EARTH WEEK

Everyone is invited to Jump In and celebrate Earth Week 2022 in Kawartha Lakes. Running April 18 to 23, Earth Week will feature several free programs and activities to raise awareness of environmental issues and encourage public participation. Please note the deadline to register for the Adopt A Road program is April 7, 2022. Kawartha Lakes is proud to be part of Municipalities Mobilizing Across Canada in celebration of Earth Day 2022.

Tracy Richardson, Deputy Mayor commented, “It’s urgent that we change our habits to repair and support our planet. We’re seeing the effects of climate change, emissions levels and consumption habits on the earth. It’s impacting the agricultural sector, other sectors of the economy, and our health and wellness. The time is now to make change. Jump In Kawartha Lakes residents! Every little action helps. We all make a difference together.”

Choose from several ways to Jump In to Earth Week:

• Visit your local Kawartha Lakes Public Library

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Bomb Workshop for Children or an Earth Day craft program. View the events calendar for more details: www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/calendar

• Add compost and woodchips to your garden, compliments of community recycling efforts:

Using materials collected during the spring and fall Leaf and Yard curbside collections, staff have helped create a nutritious compost and woodchips that are ready for your garden. Residents can visit the Lindsay Ops Landfill on Wednesdays from 8am to 4pm to pick up the materials. All material that residents load by hand is available free of charge. Any material that is loaded for a resident with landfill equipment using a loader into your truck will be subject to a fee of $100 per tonne.

Quantities may be limited per person; while supplies last. • Adopt a Road: This popular program is a way for environmentally conscious individuals and groups to contribute to a cleaner and more beautiful municipal road system. We will erect a sign along the designated road recognizing volunteer groups for their efforts. Volunteers agree to collect litter two times per year, once in the spring and once in the fall for a period of three years on a designated area of road. We supply volunteers with garbage bags - and authorization to dispose of the waste collected free of charge once in the spring and once in the fall. Registration for the program must be completed prior to your clean up events.To

Adopt a Road in time for Earth Day, please submit application by April 7, 2022. Visit the City’s website for more details.

• Weigh in on the Active Transportation Master

Plan: A first of its kind for the municipality,

Kawartha Lakes is developing an Active

Transportation Master Plan (ATMP) to identify a continuous and connected network of safe, comfortable and sustainable active transportation routes and facilities. The ATMP aims to create more and improved opportunities to use active modes of transportation, like walking, cycling and rollerblading, as well as mobility devices for people of all abilities. Have your say by filling out the survey, participating in the discussion board or leaving a question or comment on Jump In,

Kawartha Lakes.

• Watch for a study on Future Waste Disposal

Options: Keep an eye on Jump In, Kawartha Lakes for a new project on the future waste options for our municipality. Did you know? Over the next 15 years, we will have exhausted our landfill space. We need to prepare now for the future and we want to hear from you. Go to www. jumpinkawarthalakes.ca today to register and be notified when the project launches.

ANOTHER DOSE OF COVID-19 VACCINE

The provincial government is expanding eligibility for COVID-19 fourth doses to adults 60 years of age or older and First Nation, Inuit, and Metis Adults 18 years