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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!
Hay Fever is Back in Fenelon Falls!
The hay bale art displays are popping up in town again—for the third year. Watch over the next few days for new creations at these locations!
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.
Fenelon Falls Turkey Trot
The Fenelon Falls Turkey Trot is this weekend! Good luck to the runners, and if you’re not running - come out and cheer everyone on! This event takes place on Saturday October 8th, 2022 at 10am.
Photo Round Up - Oct 6th, 2022
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!
The Grove Theatre's 2nd Annual Pumpkin Parade
Walk a parade of locally carved pumpkins at the beautiful Grove Theatre, giving second life to Fenelon's carved pumpkins. This accessible, walk-through event is FREE to the public. Access is scheduled every half-hour.
Say Hello to Good Buys: Fall Online Auction Returns; Every Bid Helps a Kid!
As the weather gets colder outside, warm up to some great online buys that will give you a head start on the holiday shopping season while supporting children in the region. Five Counties Children’s Centre is announcing its Fall Online Auction that runs from October 12-17, in which Every Bid Helps a Kid. Bid on amazing, one-of-a-kind items, some of them made by local artisans, including members of the Kawartha Woodturners Guild and Lindsay Creative Quilters’ Guild.
Fenelon Falls Farmers' Market
This Friday, October 7th is the last day of the season for the Fenelon Falls Farmers’ Market.
Fashion Through Time
A fashion show unlike any you have ever attended! Remember Rocky Horror Picture show where the audience threw toast at the screen? Did you attend the Queen’s Silver Jubilee tea and wear a fascinator? The Fashion Through Time Event, on Oct 22 at the United Church in Fenelon Falls is a little bit like that. The audience is part of the show. Guests are invited to wear “fashion through time” that is meaningful to them.
Ask the Coach - Why Employers Need to Embrace Employee Motivation
This week, our coach Merrill Pierce, discusses employee motivation.
Photo Round Up - Sept 29th, 2022
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!
FLATO Developments makes historic gift to Ross Memorial
Today, the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation invited local dignitaries and the local media to celebrate a landmark moment: FLATO Developments is making the largest donation in the hospital’s history!
‘Building Abilities for Life’ Campaign Tops Goal; Hundreds of Area Children to Benefit from Speech and Language Treatment
Nearly 1,000 children in the region will benefit from speech and language treatment, after the Building Abilities for Life campaign surpassed its $250,000 goal. And the path to crossing the fundraising finish line goes straight through Port Hope. Five Counties Children’s Centre is pleased to announce its Building Abilities for Life campaign launched last year has raised more than $277,000.
A Sunday Morning of Herping: An Outing Guided by Dr. Josh Feltham
This October our club presents 'A Sunday Morning of Herping: An outing guided by Dr. Josh Feltham'. Herping describes the act of searching out amphibians and reptiles, and who better to guide this search than amphibian expert and Fleming College professor Dr. Josh Feltham.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: A HOLIDAY ART MARKET
Opening reception details to come Colborne Street Gallery is currently accepting submissions from Artists and Makers for our 5th annual holiday art exhibition and market. The gallery welcomes portfolios of up to seven (7) works for consideration, open until the deadline of Oct 9th, 2022.
Randy Meredith's Service
A few weeks ago, we lost a beloved member of Fenelon Falls - Randy Meredith. His service was hosted at the Grove Theatre and had a wonderful turnout of those wanting remember Randy. We’ve been sent a link to a video of his service, and we’ve also been sent multiple photos of the attendees, dressed in their wacky clothes to honour Randy’s tradition of Wacky Wednesday outfits. Thank you to all who loved Randy - he will be missed deeply.
Breakfast Television filming live in Fenelon Falls on Tuesday September 27
On Tuesday September 27 Breakfast Television will be in Kawartha Lakes filming a portion of the show aboard a 60’ R&R Houseboat docked at Lock 34 in Fenelon Falls. Hosts Frank Ferragine and Devo Brown from Breakfast Television will be visiting Fenelon Falls and taking in the Kawartha Lakes Houseboat Experience to share with viewers on the live show. Residents are invited to come down to Lock 34 in Fenelon Falls on September 27 from 6am to 10am to meet Frank and Devo and to watch the live broadcast.
Photo Round Up - Sept 22nd, 2022
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!
Mushrooms: The Hidden World Beneath our Feet
The September meeting of the Fenelon Falls Horticultural Club will be held next Monday night, 7 P.M., at the Fenelon Falls Senior Citizens Club, 58 Murray Street. The topic, “The Hidden World Beneath Our Feet” is a fascinating one and you are sure to learn some amazing new facts.
Victoria County Studio Tour
The Victoria County Studio Tour is a self-driving art tour that takes place over two weekends. It showcases the work of 37 artists showing at 21 locations…offering a unique blend of mediums, something for every taste.