Friday, November 13
Salvation Army Angel Tree campaign launch
Friday, November 13
Walmart, Smiths Falls
The Salvation Army launches its Angel Tree campaign, giving residents an opportunity to donate toys for children in need during the Christmas season.
Angel Trees with gift tags will also be available at businesses in Smiths Falls and Perth.
For information, contact Mary Lynn Wilson at 613-283-3563 or mary-lynn.wilson@salvationarmy.ca.
Salvation Army Lanark County Kettle Campaign launch
Friday, November 13
Walmart, Smiths Falls
The Salvation Army kicks off its Lanark County Kettle Campaign. Community representatives will be on hand, along with Shieldy the mascot, to launch the campaign and welcome the first donations.
For information, contact Mary Lynn Wilson at 613-283-3563 or mary-lynn.wilson@salvationarmy.ca.
Saturday, November 14
Eastern Ontario Vintage Toy and Collector Show
Saturday, November 14 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Almonte Civitan Hall
The first annual Eastern Ontario Vintage Toy and Collector Show brings together vintage toys and collectibles for enthusiasts, families and nostalgic shoppers. The event is sponsored by Toyshack Antique Toys.
MERA Christmas Fair
Saturday, November 14 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MERA Schoolhouse, McDonald’s Corners
MERA hosts its annual Christmas Fair, featuring work by local artisans, including pottery and weaving, along with seasonal treats. Visitors can find unique holiday gifts while supporting rural artists and makers.
Aspria Carolina Retirement Living Merry Market
Saturday, November 14 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
12 Alma Street, Perth
Aspria Carolina Retirement Living hosts a Merry Market holiday open house, giving visitors a chance to browse local vendors and their products and services ahead of the holiday season. Vendor table space is also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Community breakfast
Saturday, November 14 | 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
St. George’s, 2786 Tatlock Road, Clayton
A community breakfast is being held Saturday morning. Donations in support of community outreach are gratefully accepted.
St. John’s Anglican Church Christmas Food Fair
Saturday, November 14 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2 George Street South, Smiths Falls
The food-only Christmas fair features homemade baked goods, including cookies, muffins and breads, along with jams, pickles, frozen meals and assorted sweets.
Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday, November 14 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Harmony Seniors Club 162, 61 Cornelia Street West, Smiths Falls
The first annual Christmas Craft Fair features free admission and free parking.
Perth Farmers’ Market Christmas Market
Saturday, November 14
Crystal Palace and Market Square, Perth
The Perth Farmers’ Market hosts its Christmas Market, featuring locally made gifts, artisan creations, baked goods and seasonal treats. Visitors can support area farmers and makers while shopping for unique holiday gifts.
Build a Mountain of Food – Food blitz
Saturday, November 14
Perth | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Locations: Metro Perth, Barnabe’s Your Independent Grocer, Foodsmiths and Giant Tiger.
Donations support Perth Good Food Bank, also known as The Table.
Lanark | 9 a.m. to noon
Location: United Church.
Donations support the Lanark Food Bank.
Local junior hockey schedule
Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL)
Carleton Place Canadians
- Friday, November 13: Visit the Navan Grads.
- Sunday, November 15: Host the Cornwall Colts
Smiths Falls Bears
- Friday, November 13: Host the Kemptville 73’s.
- Sunday, November 15: Host the Renfrew Wolves
Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League (EOJHL)
Carleton Place Jr. Canadians
- Saturday, November 14: Host the Renfrew Timberwolves.
Smiths Falls Jr. Bears
- Friday, November 13: Visit the Winchester Hawks.
- Saturday, November 14: Visit the Ottawa West Golden Knights.
Perth Blue Wings
- Friday, November 13: Host the Renfrew Timberwolves.
- Sunday, November 15: Visit the Athens Aeros