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Giving Thanks
Submitted by Marina Hodson
As another Thanksgiving has come to a close, what is that you were thankful for? For many of us, this year may challenge us to find the things to celebrate, but there is always something to be thankful for if we take the time and effort to actually think about it. Appreciation can be as simple as “thank goodness I am finally out of turkey sandwiches” or as profound as “I am blessed to have wonderful people in my life”. Any amount of gratitude has been shown to have direct benefits to our physical and mental health, improve our sleep and self-esteem and overall improve our relationships. So try to get into the habit of focusing on at least one thing you are grateful for each and every day and here is one of mine to give you food for thought.
Update: Small Business Virtual Event Has Been Cancelled
You're invited to the Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week Virtual Event on Monday, October 19th from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. COVID 19 and safety are key issues facing all businesses so we're looking forward to a discussion and Q & A with expert panelists from Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) and the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. Register here to reserve your ticket.
Call for Donors and Volunteers: The Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls
Submitted by Maddy Warlow on behalf of Kawartha Works Community Co-operative
In case you haven’t heard, our lovely community of Fenelon Falls is getting its very own 450-seat outdoor amphitheatre. We have been overwhelmed with the positive response from the community and beyond – everyone is so excited about this project that will bring the arts to life in Fenelon Falls! It is a source of inspiration and happiness during these difficult times. In order to make it happen, we need your help! “All of our Co-op projects rely on community support for success,” said Jim Armstrong, President of Kawartha Works Community Co-operative. Want to donate to the project or lend your support as a volunteer? Read on!
The Rotary Club of Fenelon Falls will mark historic progress toward a polio-free world while urging the community to help end the paralyzing disease
Submitted by Christine Keenan on behalf of the Rotary Club of Fenelon Falls
When Rotary and its partners launched the Global Polio Eradication Initiative in 1988, there were 350,000 cases of polio in 125 countries every year. We’ve made great progress against the disease since then. Today, polio cases have been reduced by 99.9 percent, and just two countries continue to report cases of wild poliovirus: Afghanistan and Pakistan. We remain committed to the end.
The Caring and Connecting Kawartha Lakes Initiative
Submitted by Caleb Kim
Hello there! The arrival of the second wave of COVID-19 has led many retirement/long-term care homes to adopt stricter lockdown regulations to prevent infection of their residents. As a result, many residents haven't been able to have family and friends visit, which can make this an incredibly lonely and depressing time. As a word of kindness can go a long way, I am organizing The Caring and Connecting Kawartha Lakes initiative, which invites you to write letters to older residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Giving Thanks... Safely
Submitted by Kendra Fleming
With the Thanksgiving holiday almost here, area residents are being reminded to serve up COVID-19 safety with the usual fall festive fare. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit is encouraging everyone to reduce the spread of COVID-19 during the holiday long weekend. This includes staying close to home as much as possible and ideally only marking Thanksgiving with those in your immediate household.
Victory at the Maryboro Lodge
Article submitted by Judy Kennedy, Photos submitted by Carol Milroy
For the past four years, the Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society has partnered with the Fenelon Falls Museum to grow and provide fresh produce to our local food bank at the Salvation Army Citadel. We named it the “Victory Garden”, as our effort to take a lesson from history during the first and second world wars, when towns and cities and homeowners transformed parkland and their backyards into vegetable gardens, to support the war effort. So, on that note, here is some history of the Victory Garden.
Victoria County Studio tour opens this weekend
The Victoria County Studio Tour celebrates its 35th year this fall. Running September 26-27 and October 3-4, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, this self-guided tour lets you visit the studio spaces of all kinds of local artists, from painting to pottery. Check out the website at victoriacountystudiotour.com for more information about participating artists and for the map to their studios.
Christmas is Coming to Stay
Submitted by The Corral
Exciting new things are coming to The Corral! You may have noticed all the fabulous sales going on at The Corral over the past few months. Well, there is a method to our madness: The Corral will be reinventing itself in the weeks to come and we can’t wait to share our vision with you. The planning of this dream has been in the works for years but the real work began over a year ago - gathering inventory and ideas to create a unique shopping experience in Fenelon Falls.
Call for Submissions: Third Annual Holiday Art Market
Submitted by Darcie Kennedy on behalf of Colborne Street Gallery
‘Tis the Season, for A Holiday Art Market! Colborne Street Gallery is currently accepting submissions from artists for our 3rd annual holiday art exhibition and market. This seasonal market will feature a wide selection of artwork and will champion original and affordable fine art. Completed applications are due by Friday, October 16 at 4 pm.
Kawartha Lakes Cultural and Heritage Network AGM on September 23rd
Submitted by Beverly Jeeves
The Annual General Meeting of Kawartha Lakes Cultural and Heritage Network will take place on Wednesday, September 23rd, at 1:30 pm. The AGM will be at Kawartha Settler’s Village Pavilion located at 85 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon, and Ontario.
St. James the Apostle Anglican Church Opens His Doors
Submitted by St. James Communication Committee
St. James the Apostle Anglican Church opened his doors again on Sunday, September 13th and let in the beautiful fresh air and beautiful congregates of Fenelon Falls. Judy Dickson led a wonderful Morning Prayer service and Sermon.
Announcing: The Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls
Submitted by Maddy Warlow on behalf of the Kawartha Works Community Co-op
A stunning outdoor amphitheatre – the first ever in Fenelon Falls – will be home to The Grove Theatre, an exciting new summer festival of live performance. Created under the auspices of the Kawartha Works Community Co-operative (KWCC), with construction funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and additional support from members of the local community, The Grove Theatre has been conceived to engage and inspire both visitors and local residents. The annual festival will bring new vitality not only to Fenelon Falls itself but to the whole region of Kawartha Lakes.
Get Ready: "Hay Fever" is just Around the Corner!
Submitted by Maddy Warlow on behalf of the Kawartha Works Community Co-operative
The team at Kawartha Works Community Co-operative (KWCC) is so excited for our Hay Fever event in Fenelon Falls! We have received such positive feedback from the community and have seven final locations around town. Don’t miss out on the awesome designs over the next few weeks!
Kawartha Lakes Farmfest offers a safe, family-friendly farm experience
Originally shared by Kawartha Lakes News
Kawartha Farmfest makes its annual return on Saturday October 3, 2020 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. The self-guided tour features nine sites including stops at four family farms. Health and safety protocols have been updated to allow for physical distancing and contact tracing through online registration. Kawartha Farmfest is an opportunity for people to engage with area agricultural producers, and retailers in a fun, family friendly and safe way. It’s a chance for people to experience the fall harvest first hand while learning about the farms in the community. The participating host farms are graciously opening their doors to provide tours and answer questions about their operation. Kawartha Farmfest is both a celebration of agriculture and brings the community together in a hands-on experiential way.
An update from St. James Anglican Church
From the Communications Committee of St. James – Fenelon Falls
Saint James Anglican Church at 50 Bond Street East will welcome back its members and guests this Sunday, September 13, 2020 at 11:00 am. Click Read More below for more information.
Congratulations to Our Shop Local Winners
On behalf of the Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce, we are excited to announce the winners of our recent Shop Local weekend. Winners were randomly selected via random draw and two of the three draws included previous entrants from the cancelled Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show giveaway. Congratulations to Jen McKinlay, Emily Patterson, and Sharon Myles. We hope you enjoy your gift baskets. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the Shop Local weekend a huge success.
Fight the Bite - Positive West Nile Virus Equine Test Result Brings Reminder For People to Take Precautions
Submitted by Bill Eekhof
With the first sign of West Nile virus being detected in the area this summer, local residents are being asked to cover up and clean up to avoid mosquitoes. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit reports that a horse in the City of Kawartha Lakes has tested positive for West Nile virus. The finding was confirmed in tests taken by a local veterinarian and then reported to the Health Unit this week. The horse was treated with antibiotics and is recovering.
Beware of Bats, As More Being Found Inside Area Homes
Submitted by Bill Eekhof
A worrying rise in the number of bats being reported in homes in the tri-county area is causing the local Health Unit to sound the alarm. In recent weeks, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit has received multiple reports of bats being discovered inside homes in Haliburton County, Northumberland County and the City of Kawartha Lakes. While there have been no incidents of rabid bats biting people this year, the Health Unit is urging people to be on the lookout for bats in their homes and take steps to ‘bat-proof’ their residence.
An Update on How to Keep Yourselves Safe
Submitted by Marina Hodson
At this point, I think we are all becoming familiar with our “new normal,” but as we face flu season as well as re-opening schools, it seemed worthwhile to provide an update on how to keep yourselves safe and how to access healthcare in your communities when you do need to.