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Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes presents Grant Explore Workshop
Finding the financial resources to effectively run our operations, successfully offer our services and fairly service our communities is one of the greatest challenges in the not-for-profit sector.
Once in a Blue Moon
Once in a Blue Moon will be an evening of fun, feasting, music, and silent auction to support the Mishkodeh Centre for Indigenous Knowledge. The Centre’s dream is to make connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, outside, on the land. Our fundraising initiatives will help us be able to create educational events and purchase land.
Globus Theatre continues their 20th season with the musical comedy: Tip of the Iceberg
Globus Theatre is bringing an exciting and fun musical comedy to the stage in August, Tip of the Iceberg. Born and raised in Newfoundland, fishermen Gordon and Archie are lifelong friends. There’s been an upswing in visitors to their little fishing village recently with tourists clamoring for an authentic Newfoundland experience. To entrepreneur Archie this means opportunity – he believes he’s found a way to reclaim their vigor and make money doing so. So, they set off on an adventure for the key ingredient…ice!
Get Yourself to Million Dollar Quartet at the Grove!
From one of the most provocative eras of music comes a completely evocative show. Million Dollar Quartet takes place in 1956 at Sun Records, where Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley all got their start. On this one particular day the stars aligned and all four musicians found themselves in the same place at the same time. Sun Records producer, Sam Phillips, hit record and a legendary jam session was captured that day.
Short Term Rental Program Implementation Timeline pdate
Next steps for the implementation of the new Short Term Rental (STR) Licensing Program have started. Once program details are finalized, more information on how to register your STR will be circulated.
Opening Weekend for Million Dollar Quartet and The Comedy of Errors at The Grove Theatre
Both shows premiere this weekend; tonight is Opening Night for The Comedy of Errors and tomorrow, Million Dollar Quartet opens! Check out some photos of the cast in action and learn more about both shows. Congrats to The Grove on their weekend of premieres!
The Grove Theatre Silent Auction
"215+ Children Taken" by Sandy McMullen will be available via silent auction in support of The Grove Theatre Story Pole Fund. The painting will be on display on Thursday July 27 and Friday July 28 - the opening nights of our 2 mainstage shows, Million Dollar Quartet and The Comedy of Errors. You do not have to attend opening night to bid, however - instructions on how to bid are below.
Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service Resumes Door-to-Door Smoke Alarm Campaign
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service (KLFRS) is resuming their door-to-door smoke alarm program. The program runs through the summer and fall.
Deserving Local Students Receive Generous Family Legacy Scholarship Awards
Three local philanthropists, Chris Handley, Mike Perry, and Phong Tan have demonstrated their unwavering commitment to ensuring access to quality education by establishing awards and scholarships for local elementary and high school students pursuing a post secondary education. These generous gifts have been made possible through their Family Legacy Funds, established in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes.
Voyageur Canoe Brigade - Aug 1
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 1st, when a Voyageur Canoe Brigade, of 12 large canoes will be paddling into Fenelon Falls. Come to Garnet Graham Beach Park (98 Francis St. W) to see their spectacular arrival at (approximately) 11:30 a.m.
Spectacular Mainstage Performances for The Grove Theatre’s 2023 Season
The Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls is proud to announce its exciting lineup of mainstage productions for the upcoming season. Presenting "The Comedy of Errors" and "Million Dollar Quartet," The Grove aims to provide a festival-like experience for theatregoers, offering two completely different shows in repertory.
Family Fun Day and African Circus Showcase
Head to The Grove Theatre on July 9th! Start with games & fun with Maryboro Lodge at 1:30pm and African Circus Showcase at 3pm!
Inside Out Body Fitness Grand Opening
Come check out the new addition to the Fenelon Falls - Inside Out Body Fitness! Their Grand Opening event on Friday, July 28 from 4-6 p.m. and Saturday, July 29 from 2-4 p.m.
The Town Crier Turns 10: Unique Shops + Gifts
The Town Crier is turning 10 in 2023! Since 2013, the Town Crier has been delivering news and articles straight to your inbox every Thursday, providing home town content submitted largely by our readers. This week we want to know: What are lesser known favourite shops in Fenelon Falls? Plus - see the video from last week!
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail Association Completes Paved Upgrade on Omemee Trail
Just in time for active summer trail use, the upgrade and paving of 1.6 km of Omemee section of the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail is now complete and accessible for all public non-motorized use.
From the Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society
Our general meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 24th! Please join us for a very informative and enjoyable gathering. Our guest speaker will be Stephanie Kidd. She is a red seal certified horticultural technician and has been involved in garden installations for private residences as well as for many public spaces including Yonge and Dundas Square, the Ontario Science Centre, Princess Margaret Hospital and the Gardener Museum, to name only a few.
Rogers Ignite services are now available!
After many months of network uplift across our service area, Rogers Ignite services are now available in Fenelon Falls and other Kawartha Lakes communities through Cable Cable!
Kawartha Lakes and Fenelon Falls Celebrate Pride 🌈
With everything from family friendly events to Pride After Dark, here are some of the upcoming pride events happening around town this week and weekend!
Upcoming Mainstage Productions at the Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls
The Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls is proud to announce its exciting lineup of mainstage productions for the upcoming season. Presenting "The Comedy of Errors" and "Million Dollar Quartet," The Grove aims to provide a festival-like experience for theatregoers, offering two completely different shows in repertory.
Deputy Mayor launches ‘Did You Know’ initiative
Deputy Mayor Tracy Richardson has launched a new public engagement campaign called Did You Know. The purpose of the campaign is to answer frequently asked questions and address hot topics that the Deputy Mayor often finds herself being asked about.