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Spotlight Kawartha - Thurs, Nov 24, 2022
In the most recent episode of Spotlight Kawartha, we discuss mental health with Canadian Family Health Counselling, the City of Kawartha Lakes Library shares a kids' craft idea, and we watch cooking demos from the Kawartha Lakes Food Source. Also, this week on Rogers tv Kawartha-North Durham, Debra Hutchinson interviews newly-elected Mayor Doug Elmslie on Talk Politics, airing Friday, November 25 at 6:00pm.
The Book Lady's Shampoo Drive
The Book Lady's Shampoo Drive is back! We are collecting personal care items from now until the end of December for students in need at FFSS. Check the list here for the most needed items. Dropping some of these off for donation at the bookstore is a super easy way to get onto Santa's "Nice" list this year!
Move over gingerbread, it's Banana Baking Contest Time!
Thanks to Sobeys, many of us were treated to free bananas this past Monday, after the store received 100 extra boxes with their shipment. So, I thought a Fenelon Falls Banana Baking Contest would be a fun way to use those bananas! Next Tuesday, November 22nd, please drop off your contest entries to the Cow & Sow between 11am and 7pm. Be sure to fill out the entry form.
Spotlight Kawartha - Thurs, Nov 3rd, 2022
The most recent Spotlight Kawartha episode aired on Thursday, November 3 on Rogers tv North Durham-Kawartha! In this episode we enjoy “Craft Time with Lyndsay” at the Kawartha Lakes Library, visit the Painted Ridge Farm as part of the “Backroads of Brock” series and Jonny Taylor takes us through another educational language class with Curve Lake First Nations, focusing on “moons”.
Proud Announcement from St James Anglican Church
St. James Anglican Church, Fenelon Falls and the Digital Museums Canada are proud to announce the completion of a joint project. St. James received a grant to tell the story of Anne Langton and her part in the history of St. James the Apostle Anglican Church. The exhibition is now streaming on the Digital Museums Canada website.
Soccer Shenanigans and Comedic Catastrophe in Globus Theatre's Latest Offering!
November marks the kick-off to Soccer's World Cup and, with Canada poised to play a part in it for the first time in 36 years, Globus Theatre is making the national team's sojourn in Qatar the topic of this year's festive murder mystery.
Artist, Donna Bisschop, Brings Colour and Joy to Local Lore
Speaking with artist, Donna Bisschop, over the phone feels like a cozy meander through the woods. Multi-talented Donna moved to Fenelon eight years ago on Hallowe’en. She is a visual artist first, working mainly in acrylics both large scale and small, but is also a passionate vocalist and drummer with her band, Dig the Moon.
Meet Doug Elmslie, Your Mayor-Elect!
A short interview with the newly elected mayor, Doug Elmslie!
Kawartha Lakes Reveals the Chosen Submissions for the 2022 That's a Wrap Art Program
Kawartha Lakes, in collaboration with Kawartha Arts Network, launched the That’s a Wrap art program this summer. The goal of the program was to enliven our downtown landscapes with eye-popping artwork that captures and displays the individual and collective experiences of our community on traffic control boxes around the municipality.
Meet Mike Perry, the Councillor-Elect of Ward 3!
A short interview with the newly elected councillor of Ward 3, Mike Perry!
Pink WR Crawlers in their 18th CIBC Run for the Cure
I am just sending along this note to thank all of the individuals in Kawartha Lakes who kindly donated to our Team, the Pink WR Crawlers in our 18th year for taking part in the CIBC Run for the Cure, which took place on October 2nd.
Dragon Flies Impact a Generation with Generosity and Awareness
At the Dragon Flies’ Diva Night event at the Victoria Park Armoury on October 13, founding members Nancy Hanna and Jo-Anne Forson made a surprise presentation — a $10,000 donation to the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Spotlight Kawartha - Sun, Oct 16th
The most recent Spotlight Kawartha episode aired on Sunday, October 16 on Rogers tv North Durham/Kawartha! In this episode we visit Buzzing Bees Adventure Farm in Sunderland for a fall tour, meet the Kawartha Lakes Minor Lacrosse Team, and learn about The Grove Theatre in Fenelon Falls from Artistic Director Sean Cox.
Frequently Asked Municipal Election Questions, Including Voter Eligibility for Non-Residents
The Kawartha Lakes Municipal and School Board Election is underway. Voters have ’10 Days, 2 Ways’ to vote. Seasonal residents are encouraged to review the frequently asked questions below as they may be eligible to vote. Make your vote count!
A Big Thank You to Wendy and Roger for Watering the Town’s Flowers this Summer!
Wendy and Roger were out early mornings, all weather conditions, all summer, keeping our downtown beautiful. Managing a tractor with a large water tank and long watering wand through the downtown area is no easy task!
Linda Kash's Comedy Troupe Brings the Laughs as Part of Globus Theatre's Comedy October
After a summer of comedy, music and fun, Globus Theatre keeps the laughter coming by launching its fall season with Comedy October. For three nights only, audiences can enjoy two different stand-up and improv experiences which are sure to leave audiences in stitches this month!
Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service has Important Reminders for Residents during Fire Prevention Week
From October 9 to October 15, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week (FPW). Each year, in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, FPW is observed by fire services across North America during the week of October 9.
BOWL FOR KIDS' SAKE IS BACK
We are very excited to host Bowl for Kids Sake – Lindsay on October 15, 2022, at the Strike Point Bowling Center in Lindsay, Ontario. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kawartha Lakes - Haliburton is sending out a challenge to all who feel mentoring children is essential to our community's health and future!
Mushrooms: The Hidden World Beneath Our Feet
Hello from the Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society! Our next meeting will feature Robert Bowles, who will amaze you with his topic: Mushrooms: The Hidden World Beneath Our Feet.
Labour Day Long Weekend Itinerary
The last long weekend of summer is here! Fenelon Falls is full of fun events this holiday weekend to wrap up the summer months! Be sure to come to Fenelon to soak up the final moments of summer.