Tag Archives: Gananoque

Grand Opening for 1,000 Islands Helicopter Tours

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by Lorraine Payette, written May 14, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) Have you ever wanted to just get above it all, look down on the world from above, and forget your cares and worries as you glide through the air, as free as a bird?

The time has come to make that dream a reality as 1,000 Islands Helicopter Tours holds its grand opening on Saturday, May 17. Starting at 11:00 a.m., they will be celebrating the season at the heliport situated at 88 County Road 32 in Leeds and the Thousand Islands (greater Gananoque). – to read more>

Chalk the Walk Set to Dazzle Gananoque on May 17

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by Lorraine Payette, written April 29, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) What do magic hats, fire breathing dragons, balloon creations, live music and a whole lot of family fun in the sun have in common? They’re all part of Chalk the Walk in Gananoque, the first great outdoor event of the season.

The ever popular festival is returning to Gananoque on May 17, and organizers are anticipating that more amazing art will be hitting the pavement in Town Park. – to read more>

Purple Pancakes Return to Help Fight Epilepsy

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A delicious way to support epilepsy awareness - purple pancakes!

A delicious way to support epilepsy awareness – purple pancakes!

by Lorraine Payette, written March 14, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) As the temperatures improve and the sap starts running, it’s time once again to celebrate Purple Day in support of the Epilepsy Resource Centre. And what better way to celebrate than to sit down to a breakfast of purple pancakes.

“Approximately 30 people attended at the Gananoque location (in 2013) and enjoyed some delicious ‘purple’ blueberry pancakes, yogurt, fruit and more, while having the opportunity to learn more about epilepsy,” wrote Susan Harrison, Executive Director of the Epilepsy Resource Centre (ERC). “It was a great way of bringing the community together and your support assisted us in accomplishing our goal of helping the community with the challenges created by epilepsy.” – to read more>

Riverbank Productions to Present “On Golden Pond”

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Riverbank Productions

Riverbank Productions

by Lorraine Payette, written March 7, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) Gananoque’s Riverbank Productions will be presenting a staged reading of “On Golden Pond”, an award winning play by Ernest Thompson.

“It is a heart-warming, funny, and moving family comedy/drama that addresses aging gracefully ( and not so gracefully!), parent/child conflicts, the frustrations and joys of getting older, and the challenges, surprises and realities of enduring love,” says Diane Stapley. “Set in the 80s, it centres on a couple in their late sixties and seventies who have been married for many decades and, for forty years, have been spending their summers at a simple family cottage on a beautiful lake. When their grown daughter Chelsea shows up unexpectedly with her new dentist boyfriend and his teenage son, age-old family conflicts come to the fore. The results are wonderfully hilarious, and dramatic – just like real life!” – to read more>

Ice Storm Response – Update

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By Town of Gananoque on Dec 30, 2013 04:21 pm

The Town of Gananoque encourages residents to continue exercising caution around downed trees and branches, and on roads and sidewalks.

With the sunshine today, ice is starting to slide off roofs and may present safety hazards for people as they are outside their homes. Residents should exercise extreme caution when outside near buildings as ice may slide off without warning. – to read more>

Christmas Carolling Comes to Downtown Gananoque

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By Lorraine Payette, written December 12, 2013

It is the season of the spirit
The message if we hear it
Is ‘Make it last all year’

– Paul Williams, “It Feels Like Christmas”

(Gananoque, ON) Gananoque will be ringing with joyous voices raised in song over the next 12 days as the Holiday Harmonizers hit the main street and sing popular carols new and old. A product of Diane Stapley and the BIA, this free music is there to bring joy and happiness to all those willing to listen and share in the message. – to read more>

Gananoque’s Santa Claus Parade Marches in the Season

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Faces in he Crowd

by Lorraine Payette, written December 7, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ON) The early snow lent a perfect backdrop on November 30 as Gananoque held its annual Santa Claus parade down King Street East. Six blocks of carollers, floats, bands and marchers lit up the night, as hundreds of people gathered to cheer them on. Free hot chocolate was handed out to by-standers, and Santa and two of his reindeer took time after the parade to meet with local children. This was on the heels of a successful teddy bear toss held by the Gananoque Jr. B Islanders, in partnership with the Gananoque BIA and Big Bass Challenge. A first annual event, it was designed to benefit many local children. – to read more>

Jon Abrams Hockey Song “For the Love of the Game” Needs Your Votes

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Jon Abrams, formerly of Gananoque, singer/songwriter – “The Hockey Song: For the Love of the Game”. (Submitted photo)

Jon Abrams, formerly of Gananoque, singer/songwriter – “The Hockey Song: For the Love of the Game”. (Submitted photo)

by Lorraine Payette, written November 25, 2013

For the love of the game, playing on a backyard pond
For the love of the game, rockin’ when we sing this song
For the love of the game, feeling that home town pride
For the love of the game, one timer and the crowd goes wild
For the love of the game
– Jon Abrams, “For the Love of the Game”

A son of Gananoque is on his way to the top and he’s hoping for help from everyone in the region.

When a lot of hockey fans were feeling down in the dumps due to the NHL lockout last year, Jon Abrams came to the rescue just in time for the holidays. – to read more>

Gananoque Gathers in Remembrance of All Who Served

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Faces of All Ages Came Out to Pay Tribute

By Lorraine Payette, written November 13, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The rain fell like icy tears, splattering camera lenses and chilling participants as Gananoque gathered in Town Park on November 11 to celebrate Remembrance Day. – to read more>

Ghouls and Goblins and Ghosts, Oh My!

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by Lorraine Payette, written November 4, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The town was crawling with ghouls, goblins and ghosts as people of all ages came out to celebrate Halloween in Gananoque.

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Dreams in Motion

“It’s been great,” said Kerri Paquette at Dreams in Motion. “The kids always do such a wonderful job, and everyone had a fantastic time.” – to read more>