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What’s Up With the Sign Wars?
If you have been driving or walking through Fenelon, it is hard to miss the number of signs on storefronts, windows, and sandwich boards calling out other businesses. What started as a spontaneous sign in a Southwest Virginia town, has now turned into a friendly roast across the US-Canada border. The war has reached our small village of Fenelon Falls and our businesses do not lack creativity.
COMING SOON! The Explore Fenelon Falls Box
Subscription boxes have taken over the world and there seems to be no limit as to what you can have delivered right to your doorstep. Fenelon Falls is joining the band wagon with our very own Explore Fenelon Falls Subscription Box valued at over $160. Beginning this weekend you can pre-order your subscription box through the Explore Fenelon Falls website. Explore Fenelon Falls Box.
Earth Day 2021 Presents “Take Care of the Planet”
Kawartha Lakes – Residents are encouraged to take a moment this week to learn about this year’s Earth Day theme, “Take care of the Planet”. With the stay-at-home order still in effect, Earth Day is being recognized across Canada through a variety of virtual programs and initiatives, including educational sessions and live panel discussions.
Happy Earth Day from your Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society!
Our second monthly membership meeting since 2019 will be happening (via Zoom) next Monday, April 26th! Tracey Bittors, our guest speaker from Sheridan Nursery, will be talking to us about “What’s New For 2021”. Please join us if you can!
Earth Week + Free Frozen Yogurt at The Country Cupboard
Earth week begins this year on Sunday April 18 and continues to Earth Day on April 22nd. Let’s work on saving the Earth every day with these simple steps below. Now more than ever we should be working to reduce our carbon footprint and maintain a healthy earth for generations to come. For the entire Month, the Country Cupboard is offering FREE frozen yogurt to anyone who does a little litter clean up. All you have to do is take a photo of the clean up and bring it into the store. Saving the earth and eating frozen yogurt while at it, not a bad deal.
Skip Amazon, Shop Prime in Fenelon Falls!
Here we go again … April 2021 is looking a lot like April 2020. After a full year of COVID, our downtown small businesses have the virtual and contact-free shopping experience down to a science. Thankfully Marylee and I were able to get out in the sun and shop the village one last time before the stay at home order commences.
EARTH MONTH + THE COUNTRY CUPBOARD
It's Earth Month - our favourite month of the year!! We are paying you to do a litter clean up again!
Calling All Local Photographers and Lovers of Fenelon Falls
Calling local photographers and all those who love the beautiful people and landscapes of Fenelon Falls and the surrounding area! Every week we share your wonderful photos in the Town Crier and now we’re excited to share a new opportunity for everyone to enjoy the best of Fenelon Falls in a high-quality, hardcover coffee table style photography book. The book will be curated from photos submitted to the Town Crier by our faithful reader/photographers and is a perfect gift for every occasion. Stay tuned for more details about pre-sale and delivery dates later this spring.
Stop and Smell the Rosé at Kawartha Lakes Winery
Summer may seem like a long ways away with the amount of snowfall we have had this week, but it is going to come faster than we all know. A perfect way to get ahead of the entertaining game this summer is to make your own wine with Kawartha Lakes Winery, right here in Fenelon Falls.
Valentine's Day Scavenger Hunt
Enjoy a little Valentine’s Day fun with this 2-page downloadable scavenger hunt.
Valentine’s Day? The Who, What, When, Where, and How to Spend It
You, like many others, may be at a loss for what to do and how to show your love for those around you. Thankfully our community never falls short of ways to make every holiday and occasion special and easier for you. This Valentine’s Day, there are a plethora of small businesses to support and choose from when deciding on that perfect gift for the ones you love most.
Fenelon Falls, A Chosen Destination for Locals & Visitors
Popularly known as the “Jewel of the Kawarthas” , Fenelon Falls is a village located in Kawartha Lakes. Filled with unique shops, dining experiences, landmarks and outdoor activities; this picturesque village has offered something for everyone over the past several years. So, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and tourism trends began to shift, this quaint village faced an unprecedented challenge: “How to become the chosen destination for visitors, offering a safe tourism experience in any given environment?” With this mission and a “go digital” mandate in mind, Fenelon Falls embarked on a new journey. Supported by an innovative partnership with a Canadian augmented reality tourism app co. - Driftscape.
Casting Notice - A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Musical
The Grove Theatre is looking for actors with Shakespeare experience and strong comedic and singing skills. This production of Shakespeare’s comedy includes popular songs for the 1950s and 60s. This is the inaugural production of a new theatre company in Fenelon Falls, Ontario. Performances will take place in a beautiful outdoor amphitheatre. Learn more at www.grovetheatre.ca We are committed to casting a diverse company. All ethnicities, gender identities, and physical abilities should apply. All actors must have a strong command of classical text.
The Grove Theatre Hires Nicole Myers-Mitchell as inaugural General Manager
The Grove Theatre is excited to announce that Nicole Myers-Mitchell has been hired as General Manager. Myers-Mitchell will enrich the culture at The Grove Theatre with her passion for the arts, previous experience, and overall enthusiasm. With her expertise, Myers-Mitchell is a great addition to the growing family at The Grove Theatre. (Photo: Roseneath Theatre)
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.