by Lorraine Payette, written September 11, 2013
(GANANOQUE, ON) – Building on the success of last year’s event, the Thousand Islands Playhouse in Gananoque has decided to once again host “Local Flavours, Local Friends” on September 21 at 4:30 p.m.
“It’s a great chance to get out and show what we have to offer,” said Kerry Coyle of the Purple House at the tasting last year. “There are a lot of wonderful opportunities here just waiting to be explored.” – to read more>
by Lorraine Payette, written September 11, 2013
(BROCKVILLE, ON) – The days are getting shorter, colours soon deepening on the horizon from pearly light to crimson to velvety blues and blacks sprinkled with the twinkling gems of a starry sky. With the night comes mystery, and a time of enchantment. Who knows what might be there in the darkness? Perhaps an imp, full of mischief and ready to trick those around him. Perhaps a handsome knight out to save the beautiful damsel in distress. Perhaps the other way around… – to read more>
by Lorraine Payette, written September 11, 2013
“I haven’t got a brain… only straw,” said the Scarecrow.
“How can you talk if you haven’t got a brain?” Dorothy asked.
“I don’t know… But some people without brains do an awful lot of talking… don’t they?”
– The Wizard of Oz
(GANANOQUE, ON) – Autumn is upon us, with shortening days and cooler temperatures. Cornstalks are beginning to brown in the fields and the leaves are exhibiting their first traces of the fire to come as their edges flash scarlet and orange and gold. It’s time for pumpkins and apple cider, for thick, comfy sweaters, for gingerbread and mincemeat pies.
And it’s definitely time for scarecrows. – to read more>
by Lorraine Payette, written September 11, 2013
(LANSDOWNE, ON) – Put on your cross trainers and get ready to go! Lansdowne is gearing up to head into its fifth annual Terry Fox Run at the Landon Bay Centre on the Thousand Islands Parkway on Sunday, September 15. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. followed by a memory balloon release and start of the run itself at 9:00 a.m. – to read more>
Written September 10, 2013
(LEEDS-GRENVILLE, ONTARIO) Dr. Paula Stewart, Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, has issued a Heat Alert because of the high heat and humidity that is in the forecast for this week. Temperatures and humidex levels are expected to be high today and tomorrow. A combination of heat and high humidity can be hazardous to your health. Conditions during high heat and humidity have the potential to cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and in some cases death. – to read more>
Gananoque, ON — (September 9, 2013) The 1000 Islands Gananoque Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce and welcome Rosalyn Gambhir as Youth Intern. Rosalyn will be responsible for the development of the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism websites, bringing both sites up-to-date visually and technically, developing a user friendly interface, increasing awareness of member businesses, upcoming events and bringing awareness of member businesses. Funding was generously provided by the Thousand Islands Community Development Corporation. – to read more>
492 Military Police Army Cadets
by Lorraine Payette, written on September 5, 2013
(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The Number 492 Military Police Canadian Army Cadet Corps is hosting a free barbecue at its annual registration being held on Wednesday, September 11, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event takes place at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre on King Street East in Gananoque. The program is for kids between the ages of 12 and 18. A birth certificate and OHIP card are needed for registration.
Police and Provost services have existed in many of the world’s armies since the time of Augustus Caesar (27 BC – 14 AD) or earlier. While relatively new to the Canadian Army, they were used to assist in managing the large armies that existed at that time, helping to keep order and deliver dispatches. The Canadian Military Police Corps came about during World War I in October of 1917, and were connected with the RCMP. Time passed, and in 1963 it was decided to amalgamate the Royal Canadian Navy (Shore Patrol), the Army (Provost Corps) and the Royal Canadian Air Force Police. These units came together to be the Military Police Branch. – to read more>
McKenna’s Dream Cruise 2013
by Lorraine Payette, written September 5, 2013
(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) McKenna’s Dream will join with the Gananoque Boat Line to present their annual fundraiser, a magnificent 1000 Island Boat Cruise on Sunday, September 22, 2013. All proceeds from the cruise will go to the Children’s Cancer Fund in Kingston.
“September is Children’s Cancer Month,” said Erin Modler, McKenna’s mother. “We are so grateful to everyone for all their help.” – to read more>
GDHS Autumn Gala Invitation
by Lorraine Payette, written September 5, 2013
(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and enjoy a spirited auction to help raise money for a great cause. The Gananoque & District Humane Society (GDHS) is holding its fourth annual Autumn Dinner at 6:00 pm on Saturday, September 28, at the Christ Church Hall on Princess Street in Gananoque, and they’d love to see you there. – to read more>
Food Matters Coalition – September 4, 2013
(LEEDS-GRENVILLE, ONTARIO) Due to lack of registration, the Free Gardening Workshops have been cancelled.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 141 Henry St., Prescott
Saturday, September 14, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Brunton Community Hall, 1702 – 9th Line, Beckwith – to read more>
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