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The Hackberry Men’s Shed weekly gathering happens tonight at 6:45 p.m. in the Carleton Place Arena boardroom, 75 Neelin St. Free and open to all mature men. Visit hackberrymensshed.org or call 613-257-1690 for details.
The Perth Seniors Social Gathering runs tomorrow from noon to 2 p.m. at the Perth Legion. Residents 55-plus are invited to a free light lunch, entertainment by Matt Dixon and friendly connection. Space is limited; registration is required at engage.perth.ca. This is the first of six community gatherings planned.
Carleton Place has three outdoor rinks that are maintained by community volunteers. They can be found at Carleton Junction (42 Moore St.), the Carambeck Community Centre (351 Bridge St), and McNeely Park (24 Alexander St.) If you’re interested in volunteering call (613) 257-1690.
There are a pair of outdoor rinks available for skating in Perth. There’s one at the Fire Hall, at 1881 Rogers Road, and another at Stewart Park. Please use them responsibility.
The Gerry Lowe Memorial Rink of Dreams in Smiths Falls. It’s open from 8:00am – 8:00pm daily. You’re asked to please keep off this rink during inclement weather, during ice maintenance and during non-scheduled times. The rink was created in partnership with the Gerry Lowe Foundation and the Sens Foundation.
The Beckwith Skating Trail is now open for the season. It’s a 1 km loop at Beckwith Park, found at 1319 9th Line in Beckwith. There are benches to put on your skates to make getting ready easy. Skating is conducive to outdoor conditions which vary, so you’re asked to please Skate to Trail Conditions.
Around the junior rinks:
In the CCHL Smiths Falls hosts Carleton Place Friday night. The Jr. Canadians then host Ottawa Sunday afternoon and then the Bears Monday.
Smiths Falls is in Renfrew tonight before their Friday game against the Canadians. They visit Rockland Saturday night then have an off day before their Family Day Monday afternoon tilt in Carleton Place.
EOJHL play has Perth hosting Richmond Friday night and Carleton Place Monday afternoon. The Jr. Canadians also play Athens Sunday afternoon.
Smiths Falls hosts Renfrew Thursday.
