Good Morning!
It promises to be another great weekend across Lanark and Leeds. Here’s a few of the things going on, should you be looking for something to do.
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What’s going on:
The Annual Smiths Falls Bike Safety Rodeo is today at the Sens Rink, from 10 am – 2 pm. Enjoy a BBQ, beverages, and PAW PATROL mascots. Prizes include new bikes and helmets. For more info, contact Alan at 705-220-6755.
The Smiths Falls for All Committee is hosting a FREE newcomer event from 10am-2pm! Come to 77 Beckwith in Town Square and check out community booths, BBQ’s, live music, and activities for children. This event is for newcomers to come out and learn about the town and the multitude of resources available to you. It’s also for locals in the community to come celebrate and welcome newcomers in the community with a free day full of fun! Don’t miss out.
Join the ATV Poker Run: Ride 4 Alana in Calabogie today. This fundraiser aims to help Amy Forbes’ sister get an electric wheelchair after a stroke. For details, contact Amy at 613-915-2196 or aandrews01@hotmail.com.
There’s a special Dance and Drag Show to help celebrate Pride in Lanark County. It takes place at 7pm this evening at the Carleton Place Arena. Tickets are available at the door.
Rosetta Cemetery’s Annual Decoration Service will be held on Sunday at 2:30 PM in Rosetta. The event is wheelchair accessible. For more information, contact 613-256-3365.
Join the Middleville & District Museum for a Strawberry Social on Sunday! Enjoy local strawberries with shortcake and ice cream, coffee, and lemonade. Explore genealogy resources and connect with neighbors. Volunteers will be available to answer questions. Family-friendly fun in the sun!
Boyd’s Methodist Cemetery Annual Memorial Service is on Sunday at 2:30 PM at Boyd’s United Church. Guest speaker Rev. David Sherwin and music by the Burnsides. Contact Dorothy Stevens at 613-253-3566 or dotsteves29@gmail.com.
Kids can build their own miniature fairy garden at Shillington Park Hall in Rideau Lakes on Sunday. The free workshop includes all materials, snacks, and drinks. Contact Barb Lavoie at 613-273-8177 or belavoie@kingston.net for more information.
The Civitan Club of Almonte hosts a Charity Golf Tournament on Sunday at Pakenham Highlands Golf Course. Contact Grant Chaplin at 613-256-3967 or gcchaplin@gmail.com for details. Enjoy a shotgun start, golf, dinner, prizes, and a putting contest, all for $120 per player.
The Carleton Place Lions Club invites classic car owners and enthusiasts to the Wheels on the Mississippi Car Show on Sunday from 9 AM to 2 PM at Riverside Park, Carleton Place. Enjoy hundreds of cars, a canteen, and a 50/50 draw.
Join the Strawberry Social at Middleville & District Museum on Sunday from noon to 4 pm. Enjoy strawberries, shortcake, and ice cream while exploring the Museum’s genealogy resources. $5 or by donation. Contact: middlevillemuseum@gmail.com.
The Pipes and Drums and Highland Dancing will be returning to the Town of Carleton Place for another Community Band Tattoo on Sunday on the grounds next to the Captain A. Roy Brown Legion Branch 192 building located at 177 George Street in Carleton Place.
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Smiths Falls’ Brooke Henderson tees off in round three of the LPGA major, the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Go Brooke!
See ya Monday!