North And Central Frontenac Recreation Guide

North and Central Frontenac
Recreation Guide
This booklet was produced by the
Frontenac News for the Northern Rural
Youth Partnership, with the assistance
from the Ontario Government through
the Ontario Trillium Foundation and
funds from the Townships of North &
Central Frontenac.
The Northern Rural Youth Partnership is
devoted to developing and encouraging
activities for youth in Central and North Frontenac. The partnership includes
representatives from agencies, such as Northern Frontenac Community Services,
the Limestone District School Board, the Ontario Provincial Police, the Townships
of North and Central Frontenac and many others.
At the first meeting of the Rural Youth Partnership, it was realised that not only
do youth and families need more activities and events, they often don’t know what
activities are available in the two townships.
So, the idea of this activity guide was developed. If you know of a program or event
that should be listed, please contact the Frontenac News, at 613-279-3150, or email
nfnews@frontenac.net for inclusion in future editions of this guide.
CONTENTS
Camps
Clothing Depots
Clubs
Community Groups
Community Services
Dances
Drop Ins
Education
Events
Games
Music
Museum
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Ice Rinks:
Recreation Committees
Recreational Facilities
Sports
Swim Programs
Photo credits front cover, clockwise starting from top left: Frontenac Heritage Festival, Julie Druker; Archery
lesson at RKY Camp, courtesy RKY Camp; Perth District Karate Tournament, courtesy Sharbot Lake Karate;
Canada Day in Denbigh, Angela Bright; Arden Wesleyan Gospel Sing, Julie Druker.
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CAMPS
BLUE SKIES SUMMER ARTS DAY CAMP:
An annual 5-day event occurring July 2024, 2009 on the Blue Skies Music Festival site
north of Sharbot Lake in Clarendon. It is open
to children ages 7-13. Blue Skies is a non-profit
group dedicated to offering musical and artistic
experiences. Instructed by local musicians and
artists, campers will take part in various activities
involving music, dance and art. Cost is $225 per
child for the week (subsidies are available for low
income families). Contact Julia Hale at 613-5835499 or julia_r_hale@yahoo.ca for information.
CIRCLE SQUARE RANCH SUMMER
CAMP,
Christian
non-denominational
children’s summer camp, programs for boys
& girls 6-18. swimming, tubing, canoeing,
kayaking, BMX, riding, rock climbing & much
more. R R 3, Arden ON K0H 1B0 613-3355403; email arden@csranch.ca; website: www.
csranch.ca/arden
“INCLUSIVE SUMMER CAMP”: A day
camp put on by Community Living North
Frontenac. The camp is open to all kids
ages 6-14. Dates, times and locations to be
announced. Children participate in crafts,
games, activities, workshops; including karate,
line-dancing, and batiking, and movie days.
We have limited spaces available for children
within the Autism Spectrum to participate in
a summer camp that could include bowling,
swimming, museum visits, and an inclusive
camp experience. For more information please
call Barb, Lorraine, or Deb at 613-279-3731.
RKY SUMMER CAMP: A kids summer
camp located on Eagle Lake. Activities include
swimming, rock climbing, archery, arts &
crafts, canoe trips, and more. The camp has
both summer and winter activities. For more
information please visit their website at www.
summercamp.on.ca or call Ryan Underhill,
director, 613-546-2647 ext. 236.
Northern Frontenac Community Services
Northern Frontenac Community Services (NFCS) is a community agency delivering social and
children’s services to the residents of Central, North and parts of South Frontenac Townships.
Adult Services
(613) 279-3151
1020 Elizabeth St.
Sharbot Lake, ON
Family Counselling Program
Adult Protective Services
Comunity Support Services
♦ Caregiver Counselling Support
♦ Client Intervention and Assistance
♦ Friendly Visiting
♦ Meals on Wheels / Congregate Diners
♦ Adult Day Programs
♦ The Senior’s Centre
♦ Medical Transport
♦ Lifeline
♦ Foot Care
♦ Home Help
♦ In Home Respite
Rural Routes Transportation Services
(613) 279-2044
8:30 to 4:30 pm Mon.- Fri.
Closed 12:00 to 1:00
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Children’s Services
(613) 279-2244
The Child Centre, 1004 Art
Duffy Rd, Sharbot Lake, ON
Licensed Child Care Programs
♦ Day Care
♦ Nursery School
♦ After School/Homework Club
♦ Summer Program 7:30 - 5:30, 8 weeks
Ontario Early Years Centre Programs
♦ Early Learning Playgroups
♦ Resource Library
♦ Toy Library
♦ Parenting Workshops
♦ Family Support Worker
♦ Welcome to Newborn Packages &
Infant/Toddler Playgroup
♦ Youth Recreation Program
Office Hours: 8:30-4:30
Daycare Hours: 7:00-6:00
After School Program 3:00-6:00
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snack is provided. For more information please
call Deb Ryckman at Community Living North
Frontenac, 613-279-3731.
LAND O’LAKES GARDEN CLUB, Cloyne,
meets monthly Jan-March 12:30pm, other
months 6:45 pm, Pineview Free Methodist
Church. All
green and brown thumbs
welcome. Contact Lynn 613-336-0771
Blue Skies summer arts day camp.
SHARBOT LAKE CHILD CENTRE
SUMMER PROGRAM The Child Centre
offers a school age summer program, open
to kids ages 6-9 with 10-year-old siblings.
There are games, activities, cooking, trips to
the beach, and literacy components. For more
information contact The Child Centre at 613279-2244 ext.105.
CLOTHING DEPOTS
NORTHBROOK CLOTHING DEPOT, get
good-looking clothes without the high price
tags. Thursdays & Saturdays, 10-2, former
United Church next to cemetery
TREASURE TRUNK, Sharbot Lake, MonFri, 9-3, Sat.: 9-noon. Not much money for
clothes? Find affordable next to new clothes,
sometimes even Designer labels without
Designer prices. Volunteers always welcome.
279-2113
CLUBS
GIRL GUIDES & BROWNIES Sparks,
Brownies, and Girl Guides begin in September
and run through May. They meet on
Wednesdays at 2:45 - 4:30pm in the Barrie
Township Hall in Cloyne. Open to kids ages
5-13. The cost is $150 per child, subject
to change each year. For more information
contact Lorraine Ronsfeld, 613-336-0357.
“KIDS NIGHT OUT”: Open to kids ages 1014 from January to April. Kids meet alternate
Friday nights, in either Mountain Grove or Arden
for a night of games and activities or a movie. A
PLEVNA PIONEER CLUB: a churchsponsored midweek club program for boys
and girls ages 3 through Grade 12, offering
a wide range of skill-building activities that
include crafts, music, games, sports, personal
development and relationships, and hobbies.
Thursday nights 6 pm to 7:30 pm, Sept.
through June. Ages 3 to Grade 5 meet at the
Clar Mill Hall, Plevna Grades 6 to 8 meet at
Clarendon Central Public School, Plevna. Two
year leadership course available for high school
students (community hours can be incorporated)
Contact: Laurie Lemke 613-479-2673
ROYAL CANADIAN ARMY CADET
CORPS The Army Cadets provide teenagers
with a chance to become self-confident,
develop leadership skills, improve physical
fitness and communication skills, and build
self-discipline. There are also specialty teams
available to Cadets, such as biathlon, band,
drill, marksmanship, and army cadet challenge
teams. The Cadets meet at North Addington
Education Centre in Cloyne. Open to ages 1219. There is no enrollment fee. Contact 613336-2885 for more information.
COMMUNITY GROUPS
ARDEN LEGION BRANCH 334- sponsors:
Euchre every thursday night, 7:30pm, Euchre
tournaments last thursday of the month.
Community Dart league, Sundays, 1pm. Free
use of snooker table. Volunteer help is always
welcome. Call 613-335-2737
CROW
LAKE
COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION - workshops, classes in Arts,
Crafts, and Cooking. Hall rentals available
in century old Crow Lake schoolhouse with
modern kitchen. Can accomodate special
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events, meetings. Contacts Debbie Jones at
279-2226 or Marion Ratzinger at 279-2286.
NORTH
FRONTENAC
LITTLE
THEATRE: The Little Theatre is not only for
actors and actresses; there are many roles to be
filled backstage as well as on stage. Productions
usually take place in the fall and spring, with
a spring musical every other year. Potlucks and
workshops take place throughout the year. For
more information contact the President, John
Pariselli at 613-279-2662; or visit their website
at www.nflt.ca
VILLAGES BEAUTIFUL - Volunteer to
plant or maintain or assist with fundraising for
public gardens, flower boxes and beautification
projects in Central Frontenac. Contact Chair
Elinore Baily for details 613-279-2771
PARHAM - Mayflower Lodge & the
International Order of Oddfellows (IOOF)
sponsor: Bingo every Friday night, Suppers
once a month; Youth Dances once a month;
a Harvest Sale in October, a Yard Sale, and a
Music Night with proceeds for Camp Trillium
( kids with cancer). For information email
Glen Fox, glenf@frontenac.net.
YAPS (Youth Active Program for Students)
is a youth group for ages 11 to 15, who meet
on PA Days and participate in leadership
opportunities to better themselves and the
community. Some of the courses they have
participated in are a full first aid and CPR
course and an interactive cooking course. They
have also gone on fun recreation trips like
bowling and to the boiler room climbing gym.
Youth representatives will also be participating
in a National TYPS (Town Youth Participation
Strategies) youth conference in Ottawa at the
end of March. There are other exciting events
being planned in the upcoming months, such
as a visit from KAIROS and another babysitter’s
course. For further information, call Charity at
279-2244.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMUNITY LIVING - NORTH
FRONTENAC is dedicated to providing equal
opportunities to individuals with intellectual
disabilities and their families in the Central/
North Frontenac area, to achieve independence
and social acceptance, “One Person at a Time”.
Support and Services include Supported
Independent Living, Day/Vocational Supports,
Family Supports, Home Share, Out of Home
Respite,
Foundations/Passport
Funding,
and Person Centered Planning. For further
information, contact Don Nielsen, Deb
Ryckman, or Dean Walsh at 613-279-3731,
weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
KAIROS ADDICTION SERVICE Kairos
is a community-based organization which
provides counseling, education information,
and assessments for individuals and families
experiencing issues related to drugs, alcohol,
gambling, gaming or internet concerns. Kairos
can provide prevention and information
programs for interested groups. 613-542-6559.
Rural Routes
Transportation Service
Personal Transportation
Call to book a Driver
Van Trips
Special Interest Trips
Group trips will be arranged for a minimum of 4
persons. Destination determines cost.
Volunteer Drivers are Always Needed
Drivers need a valid drivers license, $1,000,000
Liability, Police Check, Driving Record Check, and
a cell phone. Drivers are paid mileage, which is
not taxable.
Think about making your community a better
place, enriching the lives of others.
Volunteer as a driver with Rural Routes
613-279-2044 1-877-279-2044
Northern Frontenac
Community Services
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KAIROS addiction services for youth, Options
for Change (addictions services for adults),
HIV/AIDS Awareness, Kingston Credit
Counselling, North Frontenac Food Bank,
Ongwanada Community Behavioural Services,
Providence Continuing Care Centre Mental
Health Services and the Frontenac Children’s
Aid Society. 613-279-3151
RURAL ROUTES TRANSPORTATION
SERVICE operating under the umbrella of
Northern Frontenac Community Services,
provides transportation to residents of the
townships of North Frontenac, Central
Frontenac, and Bedford Township in South
Frontenac. Rural Routes offers residents
the opportunity to get to and from personal
appointments for a range of services they
may require, as well as social, cultural and
recreational activities. If you find yourself
needing transportation, or if you would like to
join our team of volunteer drivers, please call
Rural Routes at 279-2044 or 1-877-279-2044.
YAPS Teen Cuisine - Melissa makes icing.
NORTHERN
FRONTENAC
COMMUNITY SERVICES has been serving
North, Central and parts of South Frontenac
for 32 years. The agency has two parts, one
that serves children and youth, and the other
that serves adults.
Children’s Services is based at The Child Centre
at 1004 Art Duffy Road in Sharbot Lake.
Services include licensed child care, Ontario
Early Years programs and youth recreational
programs, resource and toy libraries and
parenting groups. Resources and referrals are
also available. Call 279-2244.
Adult Services is based at 1020 Elizabeth St.
in Sharbot Lake (next to the Oso Community
Hall). Services include Community Support
Services (for seniors and the physically
disabled), Family Counselling and Adult
Protective Services. Affiliated services include
Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support
Program, the North Rural Women’s Program,
Frontenac Community Mental Health,
DANCES
HARLOWE DANCES, 8pm, w/ Country
Band, community centre, Mar. 28, Apr.
25, May 30, Jun 27, July 18, Aug. 22, Sept.
26, Oct. 31( Halloween) Nov. 21, Dec.5
(Christmas Dinner & Dance), Dec 31 (New
Year’s) $8 (more for dinner/dances), lunch,
prizes, info: Marie 613-336-2557
TEEN DANCES - SHARBOT LAKE: The
monthly dances are for 12-18 year-olds, Oso
Community Hall in Sharbot Lake, from 811pm. Dances are usually scheduled around
high school dances and school functions, but
there is usually at least one per month. Always
3 adults supervising. For more information
contact Charlene Godfrey, 613-279-1105,
slteendance@yahoo.ca
YOUTH DANCES - PARHAM Mayflower
Lodge sponsors dances for all youth to the
age of 14 years (not strictly enforced). We will
have one every month, Parents are welcome to
come and enjoy free coffee and a hot dog. Call
Glen Fox, 613-375-6232 for information.
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DROP INS
COMMUNITY DROP-IN – SHARBOT
LAKE Every Wednesday, 10 am – 3 pm, St.
Andrew’s Anglican Church. All welcome! Info:
279-3151.
OMPAH - DROP-IN MORNING COFFEE
CLUB, Community Centre, every Wednesday
9 – 11 am. Sponsor Ompah United Church.
All welcome
EDUCATION
SHARBOT LAKE AFTER SCHOOL
PROGRAM The Child Center also has an
Afterschool Homework club for children 4-12.
For more information contact Beth Webster at
613-279-2244 ext.105
NAEC AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
– offers a weekly program in partnership with
the Land O’Lakes Healthy Communities
initiative. Using High School students as
leaders, and grade 7 and 8 students as leaders
in training, the volunteer run program
offers Behavioral Management Workshops
for children with difficulties in school with
bullying, making unhealthy behavior choices
and needing educational assistance with work
through tutoring and assistance in homework
assignments, healthy snacks, crafts, math
games, sports, and more. Contact - Donna
Smith 613 336-1008
NORTHERN CONNECTIONS ADULT
LEARNING CENTRES: Need to pass? Want
to be a Jack of All Trades? Bet we can help
you ace your future! Northern Connections
offers services for adults and youth over
sixteen. Both centers are open weekdays
with continuous intake for most programs.
All programs are free with the possible
exception of computer training. Through
the Academic Upgrading program adults
and youth can prepare for success in college
and apprenticeships. Northern Connections
offers employment assistance services,
skills assessment, employment counseling,
community workshops, computer training
YAPS - Youth enjoy playing fooseball
and a Trails to Literacy program. For more
information contact either one of the two
Northern Connections locations.
Sharbot Lake: #24719 Hwy 7, Sharbot Lake,
ON, K0H 2P0. 613-279-2499.
Northbrook: #12345 Hwy 41, Northbrook,
ON, K0H 1K0, 613-336-0691.
SESSIONS
AVAILABLE
SUMMER
in: Language Tutoring (including English
as a Second Language), Literacy and
Communications through Art, Art as Therapy.
Assistance is available for students experiencing
problems with English Communications.
Informal sessions are also available to increase
expression and confidence in language through
art. Art as Therapy. For relaxation expression,
and self discovery. All ages welcome to drop in
to experiment with colour, composition, and
mixed media. Cost: $20.00/hour. Contact:
Carol Pepper B.A. B.Ed. 613-375-6699
e-mail carolpepper@trilliumhillcentre.com
EVENTS
MARY LAMBERT IN CONCERT - , Friday,
March 20, 10:00 a.m. Township Rec. Centre,
Flinton. An excellent show for the children in
March break. Cost is $2 per child, includes hot
dog and drink. Sponsor: Flinton Recreation
Club, www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
SPRING FLING, March 21, Pig Roast &
Dance, at Sharbot Lake Legion, music by
Slinger. Tickets limited, on sale now: 613-2792659.
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CONCERT - NUDIE AND THE TURKS,
May 2 (country group from down east),
community hall. Sponsor: Denbigh Rec
Committee
MOTHER’S DAY TEA & FASHION
SHOW, May 10, Clar Mill Hall, Plevna,
Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers.
Bon Echo Art Exhibition.
OUTDOOR SPORTS AND TRAPPERS’
EXHIBITION Sunday April 19, 2009,
Northbrook Hall. Demonstrations, Displays.
ATV POKER RUN & STEAK BBQ, May
16, Sponsor: Arden Legion, Poker Run at
1pm, BBQ at 6pm.
COMMUNITY YARD SALE IN FLINTON
- May 16, usually several families have a garage/
yard sale on this same day.
FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST, March 21, 811AM, Snow Road - Snowmobile Clubhouse,
1106 Gemmill Rd. All welcome.
RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE, Tues & Wed
May 19 & 20, Township Rec. Flinton, Centre.
Sponsor: Flinton Recreation Club, www.
flintonrecreationclub.ca
PANCAKE BRUNCH & EASTER PARTY
for the kids, April 4, Denbigh community hall.
Sponsor: Denbigh Rec Committee
MISS PIGGY DINNER, May 23 Plevna, Clar
Mill Hall. Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community
Volunteers.
FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST, 8-11AM,
Saturday April 4 Snow Road Snowmobile
Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmill Rd. All welcome.
GREAT OUTDOOR ADVENTURE, Sat.
May 30/09. 10am to 2pm, Sharbot Lake High
School. Ontario Early Years in Conjunction
with Northern Youth Partnership will be
hosting a morning of outdoor adventures
including: bike rodeo, ATV safety, and the
wilderness challenge. To register, call 613-2792244
GOSPEL SING, April 4, Arden & Community
Wesleyan Church, with the Young Family
Band, 7pm, all welcome
SILENT AUCTION, April 4, Plevna Clar
Mill Hall. Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community
Volunteers.
HAM SUPPER, April 11, Flinton, Township
Rec. Centre. Sponsor: Flinton Recreation
Club, www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
OMPAH
VOLUNTEER
FIRE
DEPARTMENT SPRING ATV RUN
Saturday April 25. Get Ready, Get Set, Get Your
ATVs Ready. Facilities have been expanded to
accommodate 250 riders For information and
reservations call (613) 479-2176. Don’t miss
out this year Watch for more details. It’s hard
to find a better ride.
GOSPEL SING, May 2,
Arden and
Community Wesleyan Church, with the Blue
Grass Gospel Strings, 7pm, all welcome
GOSPEL SING, June 6, Arden and
Community Wesleyan Church, with the
Hartin Family, 7pm, all welcome
STRAWBERRY MOON FESTIVAL, Wed.
June 17, St. James Catholic Church, Sharbot
Lake. A celebration of National Aboriginal
Day. Resources will be available free of charge
to all educators, parents, and caregivers.
Activities include: storytelling, native cothing,
native jewelry, strawberry teaching, and more.
To register, call 613-279-2244
RELAY FOR LIFE June 12 & 13, Parham Fair
Grounds: Fundraising event for the Cancer
Society, open to all ages. Teams of 10 people
of any age are welcome to join this event to
raise money and awareness for the Cancer
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Society and the work that they do. To register
call Sandra Clow 613-279-2935 x228;
Jim Beam 613-479-9946. www.cancer.ca
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, June 27, Clar Mill
Hall, Plevna. Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community
Volunteers.
BASS DERBY, June 27, sponsored by Arden
Legion
ELPHIN ROOTS FESTIVAL June 27.
Elphin. Contact Jenny Whitely 613-278-0689
CANADA DAY - Sharbot Lake Beach, July 1st
- Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Games at the Beach,
music at the bandshell, fireworks at dusk. (Free)
CANADA DAY CELEBRATION, July 4,
Denbigh. Sponsor: Denbigh Rec Committee
ANNUAL DUCK RACE FOR C.A.R.E., July
4, sponsor: Arden Legion
TURKEY SUPPER, July 4, Township Rec.
Centre, Flinton
Township of
Central
Frontenac
Hall Rentals
Kennebec Community Hall
5598 Arden Rd.
Olden Community Hall
1522 Mountain Grove Rd.
Oso Community Hall
1107 Garrett St.
Piccadilly Hall
1025 Oak Flats Rd.
Enquiries
613-279-2935
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CLOYNE STUDIO TOUR, Fri, Sat & Sun,
July 10, 11 & 12 , 10-5 at the studio/galleries
of Carla Mediema & Ursula Ossenberg, 1074
& 1049 Little Pond Rd., original oils, acrylic
& mixed media. Free admission. Info 613336-8860; 613-336-0063
CLOYNE GARDEN TOUR, July 18, 102pm, Little Pond Rd. Sponsored by the Land
o’ Lakes Garden Club. For information call
Nell 613-336-2295
BON ECHO ART EXHIBITION & SALE July
24, 11-5; July 25, 10-5; July 26, 10-4. Original
Canadian art; nature, wildlife & counrtyside.
Live entertainment, children’s activities, BBQ,
Sciensational Sssnakes!! Sat. & Sun. 11am.
Park admission applies. Sponsor: Friends of
Bon Echo, Call Derek for more info 613-3360830.
FRONTENAC OLD TIME MUSIC
CHAMPIONSHIP, July 25 & 26, Piccadilly
Hall, Piccadilly. This musical event will consist
of Singing Contest as well as Instrumental
Township of
North Frontenac
Community Hall Rental Fees
Full Day
Half Day (6 Hours or less)
Rental with Liquor
Plus $50.00 refundable deposit.
Community groups (4 Hours or less)
Church Groups
Funeral Luncheons
* All fees include taxes*
$70.00
$35.00
$150.00
$15.00
Donation
Donation
Community Hall Reservations
Barrie Community Hall: Doug Tocher,
(613) 336-0164; or Larry Potyok (613)336-9221.
Clar Mill Hall: Ed Schleivert (613) 479-9909;
Rick Barre (613) 479-9964; or Lonnie Watkins
(613) 479-2447.
Harlowe Hall: Marie White (613) 336-2557
Ompah Hall: Marily Seitz (613) 479-2855.
Snow Road Hall: Olive Allen (613) 278-2058
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CLOYNE’S
150TH
ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION, Saturday & Sunday,
August 8 & 9 Barrie Hall, Cloyne. There will
be activities, entertainment, food, historical
displays. For information call Marg 613-3362203, Carolyn 613-336-6858 or visit www.
mazinaw.on.ca/pioneerclub/
Parham Fun Day, Parham Fair Grounds
(Strings) Fiddle, Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin Open
to the public, it is an opportunity to provide
musicians from all generations to cultivate and
share their musical skills for generations to
come. Visit www.frontenacoldtimemusic.com
or contact Joan Shepherd @ 613-374-5477 or
Vivian Mattice @ 613-358-2452
FLINTON BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE,
July 31, August 1 & 2. Township Recreation
Centre 72 Edward Street, Flinton.
Sponsored by Flinton Recreation Club. For
Camping reservations or tickets contact
Duane Thibault 613-336-8354.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, BAKE SALE,
YARD SALE, August 1, Clar Mill Hall, Plevna.
Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers.
ART BY THE LAKE, Saturday & Sunday,
August 1 & 2 sponsored by the Land O’Lakes
Artisan Guild at the Sharbot Lake beach and
Oso Hall, featuring the works of LOLAG
members and art students from Sharbot
Lake High School. Contact Ken Waller 613375-6122 for information or visit www.
landolakesartisans.org
BLUE SKIES MUSIC FESTIVAL August 1 &
2. Blue Skies celebrates 35 years, featuring music
in the woods from around the corner and around
the world. Daytime music workshops, a wide array
of interactive holistic workshops, a lively children’s
area and night-time concerts under the stars
make Blue Skies a very special place. Day passes
are available on a limited basis. Camping passes
available by mail only in lottery. P.O. Box 2502,
Clarendon, ON K0H 1J0, (613) 279-2610
CLOYNE SHOWCASE, August 7, 8, 9
- 37th annual Art & Crafts Show & Sale.
75 Exhibitors of Fine art and Unique Crafts.
Fri. & Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun. 10am to 4pm,
North Addington Education Centre, Hwy
#41, Cloyne. Info: 613-336-0063. Admission
is free. Sponsored by the North Addington
Guild
SCAMP CAMP,
Aug 10-21, Kaladar
Community Centre, for ages 5 to 11.
For information contact Tanya Bence at
613-336-8846 or 613-336-2626 ext 200.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, August 29,
Clar Mill Hall, Plevna. Sponsor: Clar-Mill
Community Volunteers.
PARHAM FAIR 2009: Friday, Saturday &
Sunday, August 28, 29 & 30 at the Parham
Fairgrounds. Events include a demolition derby,
horse shows, livestock judging, midway, games,
exhibits, ATV pull, concerts, pet show, prizes,
and much more. Fun for the whole family! For
more information visit www.parhamfair.ca
SILVER LAKE – POW WOW. Sat & Sun
Aug 29 & 30, 2009, Silver Lake Provincial
Park. Gates open 10am, grand entry noon.
$6/adults, $3/kids and seniors. Info/camping:
Herman, 613-375-6356
INROADS STUDIO TOUR Labour Day
weekend September 5, 6, 7, 10am - 5pm. This
event is a self-guided tour of art and craft studios
in the Land O’Lakes and Lanark Highlands
tourist regions. Enjoy a scenic drive in the
country, demonstrations, educational displays,
and a chance to view and purchase the work
of over 35 artists and artisans at 20 studios.
Brochures with map are available throughout
the region and online at www.inroadstour.ca.
Call 613-335-2073 for information
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ANNUAL GEORGE PARKS PIG ROAST,
September 5, Arden Legion
BBQ & GOSPEL SING, September 13,
Arden and Community Wesleyan Church,
BBQ starting at 4 PM and Gospel Sing with
Sweet Water at 7 PM. All welcome
DENBIGH COUNTRYFEST, Sept. 18, 19
& 20. Sponsor: Denbigh Rec Committee.
Info: Janice Kerr, 613-333-2797
VETERANS’ APPRECIATION DINNER,
September 26, Arden Legion
GOSPEL SING, October 3, Arden and
Community Wesleyan Church, with the
Frizzells, 7pm, all welcome
TURKEY SUPPER, Oct.. 10, Township Rec.
Centre, Flinton. Sponsor: Flinton Recreation
Club, www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE, Tues & Wed
Oct 20 & 21, Flinton, Township Rec. Centre.
Sponsor: Flinton Recreation Club, www.
flintonrecreationclub.ca
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER, October
24, Clar Mill Hall, Plevna. Sponsor: Clar-Mill
Community Volunteers.
KIDS’ HALLOWEEN PARTY, October 31,
Clar Mill Hall, Plevna. Sponsor: Clar-Mill
Community Volunteers.
28TH ANNUAL DEER CONTEST,
November 2-15, Sponsor: Arden Legion
GOSPEL SING , November 7, Arden and
Community Wesleyan Church, with Friends
Of The Gospel, 7pm, all welcome
HUNTER’S BALL, November. 14, 9pm,
Arden Legion
WINGS & DRAFT NIGHT, November 15,
Arden Legion (announcement of deer contest
winners)
PLEVNA TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY,
November 21. Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community
Volunteers.
The climbing wall, RKY Camp.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY,
December 5, Arden Legion, 10 AM
GOSPEL SING, December 5, Arden and
Community Wesleyan Church, with the
Country Church, 7pm, all welcome
CHRISTMAS POTLUCK, December
5, Township Rec. Centre, Flinton.
Sponsor:
Flinton
Recreation
Club,
www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
POTLUCK
CHRISTMAS
PARTY,
December 12, Clar Mill Hall, Plevna. Sponsor:
Clar-Mill Community Volunteers.
CHRISTMAS BINGO, December. 14,
Township Hall, Flinton. Sponsor: Flinton
Recreation Club, www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
GAMES
BINGO * Flinton Twp hall, Mondays 5:30pm
* Kaladar: Community Centre, Tuesdays, 7pm,
doors open 6:15 pm * Northbrook: Thursdays,
Lions Club, 7pm, doors open 6 pm, sponsor:
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welcome. 264-5446 or 326-0622, Sponsor:
Agricultural Society *Northbrook, Tuesdays
7:30 pm, Lions Hall *Ompah Community
center, 3rd Friday of month, $2 with
refreshments, 7:30pm *Sharbot Lake Sundays
1pm at Legion
MUSEUM
Piccadilly Jam Session.
Land O’Lakes Lions * Parham: Fridays, IOOF
Hall, early-bird: 6:45 pm, sponsor: Mayflower
Lodge. * Sharbot Lake: Thursdays: Legion,
6:45 pm;
BRIDGE, Fridays 3 pm, Sharbot Lake High
School Library, all welcome. Information:
Claire, 279-2980
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*Maberly Hall, every
2nd & 4th Wednesday, 7:30 pm. Newcomers
Eastern Ontario’s Backcountry Experience
CLOYNE PIONEER MUSEUM – Hwy 41,
(across from the post office). Artifacts from the
pioneer days of our immediate area, including
tools, clothing, kitchen and other household
effects. We are developing a genealogical
archive as well. Any additions to it would be
gratefully accepted and acknowledged. Open
daily July & August, 10am – 4pm. Admission
is free but donations are gratefully accepted.
Website: www.mazinaw.on.ca/pioneerclub/
MUSIC
BLUES SKIES COMMUNITY FIDDLE
ORCHESTRA: In its 10th year the Fiddle
Orchestra is a group of fiddle players, penny
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Eastern Ontario’s Backcountry Experience
Hiking, canoeing, mountain biking,
photography, astronomy, geology,
environmental studies — if the goal
of your group or organization is to
enjoy environmentally friendly outdoor
recreational activities North Frontenac
Park Lands is the ideal destination.
Or plan a multi-day visit or trip and
camp along the way at one of our 184
campsites.
Day use permits can be purchased
through our online reservation system,
click the Book Your Campsite button
and select day use permits, or contact
our Recreation Program Coordinator
with your questions.
Crown Land Stewardship Program
Phone: 613-479-2231 Ext. 233
Fax: 613-479-2352
Email: recreation@northfrontenac.ca
www.northfrontenacparklands.com
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whistlers, a guitarist and percussionist ranging
in age from 10 to 60+. Rehearsals are Saturday
mornings during the school year. Those interested
in joining should have a couple years of study
to feel comfortable. There is another group for
beginners, ages 8 and up. Cost is $40/term. Some
violins available for rent. Contact Carolyn Stewart:
613-267-0295; c.stewart@sympatico.ca.
GOSPEL MUSIC AT THE BEACH, Sharbot
Lake, July & August, Sunday evenings 6:30
pm. Sponsored by Sharbot Lake Pentecostal
Church. All welcome. For information call
613-279-2267
JACK’S JAM, a toe tappin’ mixture of Country
& Bluegrass Music, every 3rd Saturday of the
month, October to May at the Clar-Mill Hall,
1pm-11pm. Enjoy the potluck supper and all
are welcome! Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community
Volunteers. Info: Ed 613-479-9909, Gertie
613-479-5505.
LIVE COFFEE HOUSE, Flinton, Through
the Roof Ministries, every other Sunday night
at 6:30 pm, all welcome. Music, refreshments,
short inspirational message. 613-336-2614.
NORTHBROOK - NEW OLD TYME
FIDDLERS, 3rd Friday of the month, 7:30pm,
Lions Hall, $6 non-members, $5 members,
entertainers $2, lunch, prizes. All welcome .
Info: Marie Whiteman, 613-336-2557
PICCADILLY JAM SESSIONS - are held
year around, bi-weekly every Sunday aftenoon,
from 1- 4 pm. Country/Bluegrass/Folk all are
welcome. Audience - $1. Entertainers - no
charge. Contact: Judy Albertson @ 374-2317;
Wilhelmine Card @ 374-2614; Joan Shepherd
@ 374-5477; Gerry Webster @ 374-1236
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
ADVENTURE AGENT: Beautiful Mississippi
River country north of Sharbot Lake. Length
of outing and start and finish times to
your convenience. Personable sessions of
instruction, tours, Children to Seniors. Solo
guests welcome. Short notice is o.k. Discounts
before July, after September, and for groups all
season. Shuttle help for your canoe or kayak
Flinton Jamboree
trip. Comprehensive regional information on
our website: www.AdventureAgent.net
Adventure Agent annually holds a few free,
community events on Wednesdays. Intended
for those with their own, legally outfitted canoe
or kayak. Numbers of participants are limited
to 10 persons. Some rental is available. 2009
dates: Hike. Apr 22. Paddle Tours: May 13. 20
(with portage), May 27, June 3, 11, 17, 24, July
9. For more information: AdventureAgent.net
613-278-0586
BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK, North
of Cloyne on Hwy 41, 613-336-2228
EASTERN
COWBOY
HORSEBACK
ADVENTURES. Owned and operated
by the Cronk family, a 1000-acre working
cattle ranch off the Wagarville Rd, Parham.
www.easterncowboy.com.
613-375-6467
cronk@frontenac.net
FRIENDS OF BON ECHO PARK, South
Beach Barbecues: Every Saturday and Sunday,
12:00 - 2:00 PM, July & August. Wanderer
Too’r Boat: a 45 minute interpretive boat tour
on Mazinaw Lake to view the pictographs and
geological features of Mazinaw Rock and the
learn the Park’s intriguing natural and cultural
history. Adults: $6.00, Child under 12 $3.50.
Reservations: 613-336-9863. Mugwump Ferry:
Access the Cliff Top Trail for a panoramic view
from the top of Mazinaw Rock. Adults: $3.00,
Child under 12: $2.00.
MINI-GOLF at North of 7 Restaurant,
Plevna. Call 613-479-2603
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from noon to 4:00 pm, May 17 - Oct 13. All
welcome. Contact David Slack 613-479-0016
SHARBOT LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK
West of Sharbot Lake on Hwy. 7. 613-335-2814
WIZARD ROCK ADVENTURE GOLF.
18 hole mini golf. The Maples Restaurant
& Adventure Golf, Sharbot Lake beach,
613-279-3200.
OUTDOOR ICE RINKS:
Sharbot Lake Karate.
NORTH COUNTRY RIDERS: NCR is a
riding club based in Parham. They provide
riders and horses of all ages, disciplines, and
riding levels an opportunity to experience a
relaxed show setting, trail rides, and horse fun
days. For more information, call Denise 613375-6619 or visit www.northcountryriders.ca.
NORTH FRONTENAC PARK LANDS is a
collection of 184 backcountry campsites nestled
along the shores of 12 lakes atop the Madawaska
Highlands and Mississippi Valley watershed.
Carved from the Precambrian granite of the
Canadian Shield, North Frontenac Park Lands
were 2 ½ billion years in the making. Residing
entirely on crown land, it remains one of the most
pristine natural environments in the province.
North Frontenac Park Lands is frequently chosen
as an outdoor adventure destination by a variety
of youth groups and organizations such as Scouts
Canada and the Easter Seal Society as well as a
variety of boys’ and girls’ day camps.
A trip to North Frontenac Park Lands can
be both fun and educational. Why not make
an overnight camping excursion or just a day
canoeing or exploring. Kashwakamak, Big Gull
and Crotch lakes are particularly youth group
friendly with easy road access (accommodating
buses) and plenty of campsites for even the
largest groups. For information, call 1-800-2343953 or check www.northfrontenacparklands.
com
OMPAH
CONSERVATION
ASSOCIATION, 1036 Arcol Rd. Ompah. The
fish hatchery will be open for visitors Saturdays
Mountain Grove: Kelly Cowdy, Recreation
Committee, 613-375-7317
Tichborne: Bobby Teal, 375-6525
Plevna: Township Office, 479-2231
RECREATION
COMMITTEES
CLAR MILL Community Volunteers hold
their meetings at the Clar Mill Hall in Plevna on
the 3rd Tuesday of each month. New members
would be appreciated. For More information
please contact Ed (613) 479-9909 or Gertie
(613) 479-5505.
DENBIGH RECREATION COMMITTEE.
Contact Janice Kerr, 613-333-2797
HINCHINBROOKE District 4 recreation
committee meets the first Tuesday of each month.
Junior members ages 12-16 are welcome to come
and join. There will be a Halloween Party in late
October. Listen for further updates on these and
other events. For more information call Bob Teal
at 613-375-6525.
KALADAR RECREATION CLUB, visit
www.flintonrecreationclub.ca
KENNEBEC District 1 recreation committee.
Contact Jack Nicolson at 613-335-2845.
OLDEN District 2 recreation committee.
Contact Kelly Cowdy at 613-335-4606.
OSO District 3 recreation committee. Contact
Dave Willis at 613-279-2844.
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RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES
KALADAR TEEN ZONE. Now open Mondays
5:30 -8:30 pm for ages 8-11; Wednesdays 5:308:30 pm for ages 11 & up. The Community
Centre in Kaladar holds two weeks of scamp camp,
Aug. 10 -21, ages 5 to 11. For more information
contact Tanya Bence at 613-336-8846 or 613336-2626 ext 200.
NORTH FRONTENAC COMMUNITY
ARENA: Located at #4299 Arena Boundary
Road in Godfrey, this licensed arena can hold up
to 390 people on the main floor. Public skating
times are Sundays at 1-2:20pm and Wednesdays
10-11am for seniors and preschool. There is an
admission charge for skating. For information
call Jim Stinson, 613-374-2177
YOUTH RECREATION PROGRAM.
For youth aged 10-15. Come and enjoy
sports and games in your area. Youth are
encouraged to dress appropriately for indoor
and outdoor activities. Mondays 3pm-5pm
at Hinchinbrooke PS; Tuesday 3pm-5pm at
Clarendon Central PS; Thursdays 3pm-5pm
at Land O’Lakes PS. Details on summer times
and locations are in progress. For information
or to volunteer call Charity at 279-2244.
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KIDSPORT ONTARIO is a children’s
charitable program which helps disadvantaged
children and youth participate in organized
sports by covering the cost of registration and
providing equipment grants. KidSport North
and Central Frontenac has been operating
for about 2 years. The Northern Rural Youth
Partnership accepts applications for support
for children and youth wishing to participate
in organized sports. For further information or
to donate, call The Child Centre at 279-2244.
NORTH FRONTENAC MINOR HOCKEY
ASSOCIATION: Open to ages 4-20.
Registration fees and more information can
be found on our website or by contacting Kim
Redmond, 613-530-4245. www,nfmha.ca
NORTH
FRONTENAC
MINOR
SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION: open to players
ages 4-23 years old. registration fees range from
$30 to $75 depending on the team level. For
more information or to register please contact
Brian Steel, 613-279-1232
SPORTS
CENTRAL
FRONTENAC
SOCCER
ASSOCIATION: Open to boys and girls 414 years of age, the soccer season runs from
May through July. Kids meet on soccer fields
in Sharbot Lake and Parham. Registration:
$30; 2nd child in same family $27.50; each
additional child $25. For more information
contact Carmine Minutillo, 613-375-6388,
carmlaur@yahoo.com.
KidSport™ helps disadvantaged
kids overcome social and economic
barriers preventing or limiting their
participation in organized sport,
through the issuance of registration
fee and/or equipment grants.
When funds are available.
FRONTENAC GIRLS HOCKEY: Open to
ages 10-18. Participants will travel to Napanee,
Kingston, Tamworth, and Gananoque. The
cost is $300 and up for players. Contact Buff
Chadwick for more information: 613-3743681. www.frontenacfury.com
For furher information, call
the Child Centre at 613-279-2244
www.kidsport.ca
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NORTHERN
BASKETBALL
ASSOCIATION (NBA) Sharbot Lake High
School, February to April, Thursdays 5:307:30 pm, open to any students in Grades 4-8.
$50 includes 10 weeks of basketball & a jersey.
Contact Bryan English, 613-279-2131
SHARBOT LAKE KARATE: Karate lessons
run by Sensei Niki Greenstreet, located at the
Fit Plus Gym, #1013 Clement Road south
of Sharbot Lake. Pricing is $40/month for
individuals, family of 2 $75/month, or a family
of 3 $100/month. Tuesday & Wednesday:
Kids A 6-7pm, Kids B 7-8pm, Youth/Adult
8-9pm; Saturday: Kids B 9:30-10:30 am,
Kids A 10:30-11:30am. For more information
contact Niki Greenstreet, 613-279-2554;
ngreenstreet@sympatico.ca.
SHARBOT LAKE - RECREATIONAL
BADMINTON - Thursday evenings, October
to May, 7 - 9 pm, High School, $20/ semester.
Fun & exercise for all adults. Call Claire at
613-279-2980 or Ron 374-3212
SWIM PROGRAMS
CENTRAL
FRONTENAC
SWIM
PROGRAM: Central Frontenac Township will be
administering the Red Cross Swim Kids/Preschool
programs and the Lifesaving Society program for
2009. (There will also be a Bronze Medallion/
Bronze Cross class available. Call the township,
613-279-2935, for more info.) Children must be
at least 4 years of age. Registration deadline is June
26; forms should be submitted to the Municipal
Office in Sharbot Lake.
July 7-10; July 13-17; July 20-24: Long Lake
AM; Clear Lake PM.
July 27-31; Aug 4-7; Aug 10-14: Sharbot Lake
AM; Eagle Lake PM.
For exact times or more information contact
the Township office: 613-279-2935.
MAZINAW LAKE SWIM PROGRAM offers
Red Cross Swimming Lessons to all children 4
years and older. Four weeks - Monday to Friday,
fist four weeks in July at Bon Echo Provincial
Park. $65.00 per child including transportation.
For more information contact Land O’ Lakes
Community Services at 613-336-8934
SAND LAKE SWIM PROGRAM: Red Cross
swimming lessons are offered every summer
at Sand Lake, Plevna. Lessons run daily for the
first two weeks in August. Red Cross Swim Kids
levels 1 to 10. must be entering Kindergarten.
On Board (Pleasure Craft License) Classes and
Examinations also available through this program.
Contact: Laurie Lemke 613-479-2673
Limestone District
School Board
Clarendon Central P.S.
Hinchinbrooke P.S
Land O’Lakes P.S.
North Addington
Education Centre
Sharbot Lake High School:
Sharbot Lake Public School:
613-479-2264
613-375-6230
613-335-5254
613-336-8991
613-279-2131
279-2103
Algonquin Lakeshore District
Separate School Board
St. James Major
Catholic Elementary School
613-279-3300
Royal Canadian Legion
Branch 328, Northbrook
Northbrook Lions’ Hall
Branch 334, Arden
Branch 425, Sharbot Lake
613-336-2676
613-335-2737
613-279-2659
279-2245
Kingston Frontenac
Public Library
Arden
Cloyne
Denbigh
Flinton
Mountain Grove
Ompah
Parham
613-335-2570
613-336-8744
613-333-1426
613-336-1091
613-335-5360
613-479-2281
613-375-6400
Sharbot Lake
613-279-2853