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Staycation in Fenelon Falls
The holidays are coming and many of you may be at a loss for things to do. You are used to flying down south to escape the brisk winter, heading to the city to visit family and enjoy a meal together, or getting together with a boatload of friends on New Year’s Eve. This year does look a lot different, but you are lucky to live in Fenelon Falls where the options for activities and fun are nearly unlimited.
Santa is Coming to Fenelon Falls
Submitted by the Santa Day Committee
The Fenelon Falls Santa Day Committee is proud to say, Santa just cannot stay away! Simply drive by Slices N’ Scoops on Saturday November 28th between 3-7pm and give him a great big wave! Please continue your social distancing, remain in your car and Santa will see you. Click Read More to view the full event poster.
Enjoy New Bubble Classes at Curious?
Submitted by Anne Kulmala
Here is something new we are offering at curious. A way to stay safe and still enjoy a creative outlet. Curious is offering Bubble classes. Exclusive Classes designed around your Bubble. Create your own group and book a private class with international fibre artist Anne Kulmala. Wool Painting, Needle felted Birds, Small animals or Wet Felted Flowers. Being creative is a great way to release tension, lower stress and stay engaged while staying safe. We welcome all inquiries and will do our best to accommodate your needs. Call 705-887-7712, email curiousfenelon@outlook.com or stop into 10-B Water St in Fenelon Falls for more details
Photos from Hay Fever
Submitted by Maddy Warlow on behalf of Kawartha Works Community Cooperative
Thank you to Maddy for submitting these great photos of the hay sculptures around town that are part of the Hay Fever event. Be sure to check them out before they’re taken down on October 14th.
Let's Play Fall Bingo!
In the spirit of Hay Fever, we’re excited to share a fun new activity with you - Fall Bingo!
As you play, we invite you to take pictures and either tag us @ExploreFenelonFalls on social media or send your favourite shots to submissions@explorefenelonfalls.com to be featured in our weekly photo round up.
A Note from the Fenelon Falls Curling Club
Submitted by Bruce Hooey
Summer won’t last forever, what are you doing this winter? Come join us at the Fenelon Falls Curling Club. It’s fun, it’s social and it’s great exercise too. We offer a 5 week learn to curl program for beginners as well as full season and half-season memberships.
#HeartForFenelon 2.0
It’s been a few months since we launched the #Heart For Fenelon campaign and the stories of kindness continue to pour in. Sometimes it’s just a small act and other times it’s a large show of support when our neighbours need to know that we have their back. Collectively every act counts and makes Fenelon Falls a place that we are proud to call our home or the place where we like to get away from it all.
100 Activities for Kids and Adults
Summer might look a little different this year than last, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t tons of fun activities to enjoy. The Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce has prepared this engaging list of 100 activities for kids and adults to enjoy. We’d love for you to share photos and stories of your experiences and try to cross off as many items as you can. Tag us on social media @explorefenelonfalls or email hello@explorefenelonfalls.com for a chance to be featured in the Town Crier and on our social media.
Scavenger Hunt
To celebrate Mother's Day this weekend, we wanted to share a safe, outdoor scavenger hunt you can enjoy as a family! Pro Tip: If you print it out and attach to a bag (as shown in the photo) you can collect your items to easily tow along with you as you go! Click Read More to download a checklist.
FanSaves Helps Gift Certificate Program
Submitted by FanSaves
With local businesses forced to close or reduce their hours amid the Covid-19 pandemic, the newly launched FanSaves Helps Gift Certificate Program is helping give business owners a boost across the country, Kawartha Lakes and Fenelon Falls. The program is working with the Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce and features gift certificates from local stores which can be used once things get back to normal.
“We noticed some areas were starting their own gift certificate programs so we decided to create a one-stop-shop and a hub for gift certificates from local businesses in partnership with Chambers, BIAs and organizations in regions across Canada. This is our way of giving back during this time” explained FanSaves Co-Founder & CEO, Shannon Ferguson.
Easter Eggstravaganza Activity Package
This year we have had to make changes to our community Easter Eggstravaganza event. While we are all at home trying to make the best of our new situation, we wanted to help entertain you from the comfort of your living room with a complimentary Easter Eggstravaganza Activity Package available by clicking on the Read More below.
We also want to encourage residents and businesses to put up a picture of an Easter Egg in this window for passers-by to see. We look forward to seeing what everyone creates! By posting your window eggs or activity package creations on Facebook or Instagram with #ExploreFenelonFalls, you are eligible to win one of five $25 gift certificates to a local business of your choice!
Celebrate Easter at Home and Win!
This year we have had to make changes to our community Easter Eggstravaganza event. While we are all at home trying to make the best of our new situation, we wanted to help entertain you from the comfort of your living room. On Thursday, April 9th, an Easter-themed activity package will be released in the Town Crier!
We also want to encourage residents and businesses to put up a picture of an Easter Egg in this window for passers-by to see. We look forward to seeing what everyone creates! By posting your window eggs or activity package creations on Facebook or Instagram with #ExploreFenelonFalls, you are eligible to win one of five $25 gift certificates to a local business of your choice!
The Dreams We Have: Films about daring to dream of a different future
Written by Sylvia Keesmaat
As the days get longer and our thoughts turn towards spring, St. James Anglican Church is once again offering a film series during the five weeks leading up to Easter. This year’s theme, “The Dreams We Have: Films about daring to dream of a different future,” explores the many ways that our own dreams, and the dreams of the people around us, can challenge us, reveal who we really are, and create outcomes that we had never dreamed of.
Upcoming Workshops at Barn and Bunkie
The Barn and Bunkie are hosting a variety of creative workshops in the coming weeks including: Valentines Cookie Classes, Wood Bead and Flower Wreath Workshop, and Lady Head Workshop featuring Dyed Wooden Flowers. To view the event posters, click read more. To register, please contact Barn and Bunkie via Facebook, Instagram or in person at 7 May St, Fenelon Falls. You are also welcome to call 705-887-0304.
Free Meditation at curious? starting February 4th
Submitted by Anne Kulmala
With the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often find ourselves overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Focusing on jobs, money, people, children and all manner of outside challenges, we leave our inner self to take a back seat to external pressures. All challenges feel bigger and heavier when our inner strength is low. Meditation can be a key component in strengthening our inner self. Time spent quietly connecting to our true selves allows us to refocus, clarify our purpose and re-energize our body, mind and spirit.