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TFN-Toledo Legion "Dart League" is open to everyone, held every Mon. starting at 7:30pm. Winter league indoor Horseshoe League also open to all, every Tues. and Thurs. at 7pm.  Info at 613-275-7228

TFN-Every Tuesday Bid Euchre at 1:30pm at the Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call 613-283-8482 to leave a message or 613-283-6240.

TFN -Every parent needs information to help them on their parenting journey. Triple P-Positive Parenting Program is for parents with children from 0-18 years. Topics range from sleep to toilet learning to homework completion to disobedience. Leeds and Grenville has a comprehensive Triple P parenting support system for all parents. For more information please contact the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853 or visit www.triplepontario.ca.

TFN -Every Thursday at 10am Quilting & Sewing Club meets. Come join us for coffee. Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call 613-283-8482 to leave a message or 613-283-8325.

TFN-Every Friday at 7pm 4 hand euchre at the Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call 613-283-8482 to leave a message or 613-283-6240.

TFN -Every Saturday 6 hand euchre at 1pm  at the Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call 613-283-8482 to leave a message or 613-283-6240.

TFN -Wednesday Night Bingo at Legion Branch 192 Carleton Place. The Ladies Aux. Hosts their Weekly Charity Bingo. Doors open at 5pm - play starts at 7pm. 12 regular games plus specials, Bonanza, Twoonie Pot, $500 Jackpot. 177 George Street. Call 613-257-1727 for information.

TFN - Lanark County Interval House cookbooks. $12 each or 2 for $20.Available at Shaw’s and The Book Worm in Perth, Dawn's Closet in Smiths Falls and the Public Education Department at the shelter. Details on line at http://lcih.org/

TFN -The Smiths Falls Public Library promotes literacy and maintains a high profile as a provider of educational, research and cultural services to residents of Smiths Falls and the surrounding district. Most Tuesdays and Fridays in Feb. bring your favourite grown-up to share an hour of stories, rhymes, songs, a movie and craft. Ages 6 and under. For dates and times go to www.smithsfallslibrary.ca/

TFN- Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95  Smiths Falls events: Sundays 6pm Ladies Darts, Mondays 7-9pm Bid Euchre,Tuesdays 7pm Open Darts. Info: 613-283-2690.

TFN -Osgoode Olde Tyme Fiddlers Association invites you to its traditional Old Tyme Fiddle country music dance @ the Osgoode Community Centre, Osgoode, every 4th Friday in month from 7:30 - 11:30pm.  Bring your fiddle, guitar, musical talents!!  Welcome all.  Tickets are available at door @ $5.00 per person for non musicians.   For more info call 613 224-9888.

Till Feb 13 - The Lung Association is seeking your help.  Register today as a Tulip Day Champion - for your workplace, your apartment building, or for your community group.  Tulip Day Champions will collect orders by Feb. 13th for the freshly cut or potted tulips being delivered on March 7th around the region.  All funds raised will support lung health research and local activities.  When you can't breathe, nothing else matters.  Register on-line today at www.tulipday.ca or contact Melanie 613-230-4200, email melanie@on.lung.ca

Till Feb 14 - The Classic Theatre Festival is launching its annual Valentine's Day Special. Individuals who purchase tickets for either "Two for the Seesaw' or "Mary, Mary" ,before February 14 will receive  a 15% discount, be  entered in a draw to win free tickets to one of the shows at this summer's St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival in Prescott . Voucher can be redeemed up until June 1 for the dates of your choosing. Vouchers are available online at www.classictheatre.ca, over the phone at 877-283-1283, or in person at Tickets Please, 39 Foster Street, in Perth.

Till Mar -BullyingCanada, Canada's National Anti-Bullying Charity is now accepting applications for the organizations Scholarship Program.  The scholarship is open to students in their final year of high school who have worked to end bullying in their schools and communities to aid them with their post secondary education.  The first round has 3 $100.00 scholarships, with more to follow in the months to come. The deadline for applications is March 1st.  For more information, please speak to your school, or contact BullyingCanada.  Applications can be downloaded online at: www.bullyingcanada.ca or can be requested by telephone at: 1-877-352-4497

Till May -Carleton Place Youth Centre would like to give a prom dress, shoes and accessories to girls who cannot afford it.Every girl deserves to go to prom or graduation looking like a princess. If you have any dresses, shoes or accessories to donate please contact Denise by phone 613-257-8901 or email dpruester@gmail.com. Or you can drop off donations at the Carleton Place Youth Centre located at 25 Mill St Carleton Place (The old Fire Hall) between 4-9pm. Pick up is available Mondays in Smiths Falls and Wednesdays in Perth. Accepting donations Now to May.

Till Feb 14 - Global Pet Foods annual "Show Us Your Heart "(Valentine's themed) fundraising campaign, raises money for animal shelters across Canada.  Ottawa Global Pet Foods stores will be raising money for local animal shelters-Lanark Animal Welfare Society and Bullies In Need. To make a donation you can: (1) Visit Global Pet Foods (700 Eagleson Rd., Unit 105 and 1200 Wellington St. West, Unit E) from Feb.1-14 to donate, (2) Text "HEART" to 20222 to donate $5 and (3) Make a donation through PayPal on Facebook.com/globalpetfoods and you'll be entered in a draw to win 1 of 5 $100 Global Pet Foods gift cards.

Feb 6-Every Monday Evening at Legion Branch 95 Smiths Falls a Bid Euchre at 7pm in the Canadian Room and Duplicate Bridge also at 7pm in the Lancaster Room. These are open to the public - 613-283-2690 for more info

Feb 8 -On Feb. 9, 1887 the Smiths Falls Police Service came into being. Plans to celebrate the 125th anniversary are under way with the first event taking place Wed., Feb. 8, 3pm. at the Community Centre (new arena). There will be a brief celebration with Mayor Dennis Staples, other dignitaries and the public is invited to come out to acknowledge the many decades of service provided by the Smiths Falls Police Service.

Feb 8 & 22- 2nd Season of the "Village Chef Night" is underway at the Mainstreet Family Restaurant in Merrickville. Village Chef showcases the cooking talents of area personalities. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Chef's choice of local charity. Feb. 8 Janet Campbell of Mrs. Garrigles takes over the kitchen. Feb. 22 Elise and Company cook up a storm. March 7 Roz from "Spa San Souci" cooks. Info and reservations call 613-269-7976.

Feb 9 - The Festival of Chocolate is on Thurs Feb. 9th at Lago Bar|Grill|View (7-10 p.m.) An evening of chocolate, food, auction items, a raffle for 2 passes to anywhere Westjet flies. All in support the Distress Centre of Ottawa & Region. Tickets are $50/pp and must be purchased in advance by calling 613-238-1089 x 226.

Feb 9 -Smiths Falls Winter Carnival - Thurs., Feb.9 events include Culture of the World exhibition at Heritage House, Tin Can Curling outdoors at S.F. Community Centre, Bingo at the Legion at 7pm with a special 'snowflake' game.

Feb 10 -Smiths Falls Winter Carnival - Friday Feb.10 events include Ladies lunch, walk & skate from 11am-2pm at the Community Ctr., 4 hand euchre 1:30pm at the Seniors Activity Ctr., Free carnival skate 3:30-4:30pm Youth Arena. TGIF Chicken & Ribs dinner and dance at the Legion, Junior A Bears vs. Pembroke 7:30pm and Rotary Carnival Bingo at the OYB Hall at 7pm

Feb 10 -St. George's Anglican Church in Clayton holding a Valentine Dance and Silent Auction in the Clayton Community Centre Fri. Feb 10 from 8pm to midnight. Music by Glenn Silverson Band. All welcome Info call Kathy at 613-256-9010. www.stgeorgechurchclayton.webs.ca

Feb 10 -The Rideau & District Old Tyme Fiddling & Country Music is holding its Annual Benefit Dance , Fri. Feb. 10th. 7:30pm, at Alfred Taylor Community Centre, North Gower, to support  the Easter Seals Foundation helping Children with physical disabilities.Through Good-will Offerings, your  generosity is appreciated and welcomed.  Fiddle Club dances are held every second Friday of each month at 7:30pm.  Admission none-members $5 at door.  For additional information call 613 258-2258.

Feb 10 & 11 -  7th Annual Elgin Bowl-a-thon for Easter Seals Kids at the Elgin Bowling Lanes runs Fri., Feb. 10 and Sat. Feb.11, Curtis Brown, a Leeds and South Grenville Easter Seals Ambassador, will attempt to reach his fundraising goal of $3,500. All proceeds from the Bowl-a-thon will help send children and youth with physical disabilities to Easter Seals Camp Merrywood, located on Big Rideau Lake in Perth.  Participants must raise $30 in pledges or $150 as a team of 5 and register for one of three scheduled bowling shifts: Fri.  at 8 p.m., Sat. from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. or from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  Local businesses have generously donated incentive prizes that will be given out at each shift.

Feb 10 to 12 -Town of Smiths Falls Winter Carnival 2012 runs Feb. 10, 11 & 12 - Currently looking for groups, individuals,businesses & schools to plan an event. Events confirmed for this year are: The Great Trivia Challenge; Chili Cook Off;Pancake Breakfast. For more information contact Margo at 613.283.4124  x6103

Feb 11- Carleton Place is in the running for Kraft Hockeyville 2012 which means the town could win $100,000 in arena upgrades. Hockey Day in Carleton Place at the Carleton Place Arena is Sat., Feb.11th from 1pm. to 4pm. Play Outdoor Pick- Up Hockey and learn some points from the Carleton Place Junior A Canadians. Free Public Skating from 2pm to 3pm. a Bake Sale and Much More! hang around for the Hockeyville Celebration Dance from 9pm to 1am with music by: Doubleback.  $5 admission at the door, a 19 years + event. Get Signed up for Kraft Hockeyville and Show your Support!  For more information on all upcoming events; please visit www.hockeyville.carletonplace.com.

Feb 11- Birthday Jamboree at Legion Branch 244 Perth. Sat. Feb. 11 in Legion Members' Lounge from 2pm to 6pm. All musicians invited to play and everyone is welcome. Light lunch served.

Feb 11 -The Almonte Legion is letting the darts fly on Feb.,  11th in support of the local kids in the Big Brothers Big Sisters programs in Lanark County.  $40/team of four (2 male, 2 female). Registration at the Legion, by calling 613-256-2142.  No experience is necessary. Prizes, Raffles and draws. For information about how you can get involved, call the agency office at 613-283-0570.

Feb 11-Valentines Day Singles Dance.Feb 11 at the Brockville Legion downstairs from 8:30pm until 12:30am! For those over 30. Food at 11, $10 at the door. Info: 613-283-8444 or 613-345-0929

Feb 11-Smiths Falls Winter Carnival - Sat., Feb.11 events include Lions Club pancake breakfast at Legion Hall from 8-11am. Sno-Pitch tournament at lower reach park, phone Dan to register your team at 613.223.1080.  Invitational Mixed Cash Spiel:  Smiths Falls Curling Club; 9am and 11:30am draw .Entry fee $180 includes two 8 end games lunch & dinner plus dance. Contact Ann or Leigh 283-4700 or curilng@bellnet.ca. Free skate 4pm at Youth Arena. Great Chili Cook Off downstairs at Legion Branch 95 on Main St. Come at Noon for sampling and judging. Chili & a bun only $2 after judging with proceeds to the S.F. Community Hospital Aux. Sculpture/Snowman Competition at the Railway Museum all day Sat. Feb.11 and until Noon Sun. Feb.12. Creativity, treats and lots of family fun! Judging at Noon Sunday, info: contact 283-5696 or info@rmeo.org. Turkey Bowling 2pm Smiths Falls Police vs Big Brothers Big Sisters "Littles"; Snowsculpting activities to follow on Ice & field next door to Memorial Community Centre sponsored by S.F. Club for Youth and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Call 284-1784 or 283-0570

Feb 11 - For the fourth consecutive year Smile Sensations Independent Dental Hygiene Clinic will open their hearts and clinics on Sat. Feb 11, to provide oral health care to the public who may be financially unable to receive dental hygiene care or who have difficulty accessing dental hygiene treatment; at no cost. You must have NO dental insurance or have dental coverage through social assistance programs. For info or to book an appointment contact: Smile Sensations Independent Dental Hygiene Clinic at 34 James Street in Smiths Falls at 613-205-0555. To participate go to the 'Contact Us' page at www.smilesensations.ca. Because this is a one day event there are only a limited number of spaces available. at 613-205-0555.

Feb 11 -The Knights of Columbus and the Optimist Club of Embrun will be hosting a Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance on Sat., Feb., 11 at the Knight of Columbus Hall (5 Forget Street). Cocktail is at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. followed by music and dancing.  Tickets are $35/person. Proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. For more information or to purchase your ticket(s) call: Armand Beauchamp at 613-764-5534.

Feb 12-Smiths Falls Winter Carnival - Sun., Feb.12 Events include Carnival public skating at the Community Centre, 11:30-12:30; 15th annual Trivia challenge at the Legion 1:30pm. Christian music & praise at the Salvation Army Church at 3pm. A Spaghetti Supper follows the annual Trivia Challenge at the Legion Hall. Open to the public, hosted by Legion, Rotary and Lions. Bring a food bank donation!

Feb 12 -Knights of Columbus "Pancake & Sausage Breakfast” Juice - Pancakes - Sausages - Baked Beans, Fruit Cup - Tea - Coffee. On Sun. Feb 12 from 9am to 1pm upstairs at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William Street West in Smiths Falls. Cost is $7 for adults and kids under 7 years old free when with an adult. everyone welcome. Info:613-284-1965 or  613-283-1550.

Feb 12- Carleton Place is in the running for Kraft Hockeyville 2012 which means the town could win $100,000 in arena upgrades. Player Meet and Greet and Autograph Signing at the Carleton Place Arena Upper Hall on Sun Feb 12 from noon to 2pm. Meet NHL Special Guests & The Carleton Place Junior A Canadians , Participate in the Q & A session. The Carleton Place Junior Canadians have a home game against the Brockville Braves at 3pm. that will have special guests and a $10 000 shoot-a-puck competition. For more information on all upcoming events; please visit www.hockeyville.carletonplace.com.

Feb 12 -The Friends of the Smiths Falls Public Library 15th Annual Great Trivia Challenge is Sun., Feb. 12th at the Smiths Falls Legion at 1:30pm. All proceeds go to the children's programs, equipment and materials for the Library. Each team may have up to 10 players. Entry fee is $125/team.  Groups, individuals, schools, businesses wanting to organize or host an event should contact: the Library at 613-283-2911 or tom Foulkes at 613-283-2706.

Feb 14 -Valentine's Supper at Westminster Presbyterian Church.Tues., Feb.14th. Dinner at 5:30pm, Social hour 4:30 - 5:30. Menu: Mandarin Chicken, potatoes, vegetable, dessert, coffee and tea.Tickets: 283.2318 or 283.6987.

Feb 18 -Boyd's United Church on the Ferguson Fall's Road  Ham and bean Supper Sat., Feb., 18th  from 4:30pm. to 6:30pm. Take Out info 613 -253-3566.

Feb 18 - Crysler Winter Carnival Yuk Yul's Night. Doors open at 7 p.m and show starts at 8 p.m with D.J to follow. Advance tickets $15 or two for $25; Tickets at door $20.00 each. Contact Martine Quesnel 613-987-2466 for advance tickets or pick up at the Home Hardware in Crysler.

Feb 19 - Tebworth Brothers in concert  on Sun., Feb. 19th at 2pm. at St. John’s Anglican Church Innisville between Carleton Place & Perth. Admission: $10. Light refreshment at Intermission. Proceeds to Outreach. Tickets available at Temptations, 117 Bridge St. or at door. Info call:  613-253-8201

Feb 21 -St. Luke's Anglican Church, 760 Somerset Street West, Ottawa,"Home of the Best Anglican Pancakes” Shrove Tues., Feb., 21st, Supper at 6pm. Silent Auction - 5 to 7pm.  Live Auction approx.  7 to 8:30pm. Adults $8, Seniors $6, Children under 12 years $5. or Family with children (any number) $20. Handicapped Accessible .Elevator available

Feb 21 -St. John's Anglican Church Annual Pancake Supper. Tues. Feb.21 in the Parish Hall, 2 George St. South, Smiths Falls. $5 for all you can eat pancakes & sausages served with real maple syrup! 5pm to 7pm - tickets at the door.

Feb 21- Pancake Supper at Centennial Hall, 152 Church Street Franktown. Tues. Feb 21 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. All are welcome. Deals call 613-283-4617

Feb 23 to 26 -Join the Brockville Operatic Society for their 2012 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's 'Carousel'. Be part of the Society's 60th anniversary celebrations. Performance Dates: Thurs., 23rd Feb., 2012 to Sat., Feb 25 at 8pm. and on Sun., Feb., 26 at 2pm. Ticket Prices: Adults $31.50 + HST, Groups of 20 or more $29.50 + HST, 14 and under $23.50 + HST. Call the Brockville Arts Centre at 1-877-342-7122.

Feb 24 - University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine "Smiling Over Sickness" , is a non-profit, student-run organization that directs community volunteerism and student energy with the goal of contributing to the lives of sick children fighting cancer. "Shave for a Cure'’ has volunteers shave their heads to raise money and awareness for the pediatric division of the Canadian Cancer Society. The 9th annual fundraising event will take place at the Ottawa 67's hockey game on Feb. 24th. You can support us by making a donation or buying tickets to the game on our website: www.stbaldricks.org/events/uottawa. Info Email: plai088@uottawa.ca or bsara034@uottawa.ca

Feb 24 to 26-The Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre will perform Pirates of Penzance Junior at the Carleton Place Town Hall February 24 and 25 and March 2 at 7 pm and February 26 and March 3 at 2 pm. Tickets $10 for opening night; $15 for the rest. Tickets available at the Chamber of Commerce, 132 Coleman St. at the Train Station in Carleton Place, 613-257-1976.

Feb 25 -Chinese and Canadian Heritage Cultural Association Concert of Chinese music with performers from Smiths Falls, Brockville & Gananoque. 2pm Sat. Feb.25 at Centennial Road Church, Brockville. Admission by free will donation.

Feb 25 - A “Tribute to Janis Joplin" at the Royal Canadian Legion in Perth on Sat Feb 25th at 8pm. This show features Shelley Montreuil & the Joplinesque Band. It is a fundraiser for LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society) details @ www.joplinesque.com

Feb 25 -Royal Canadian Legion in Toledo presents JimmyG's Hypnotic Comedy Show on Sat. Feb. 25. Doors open at 7pm. show time 8pm. Tickets $20 in advance / $25 at the door. Tickets at Kitley Grocery in Toledo or Wrightway Services in Smiths Falls or call 613-275-7228 for tickets.

Feb 25 -Bowl for Kids in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County has been a fund raising event for the local agency for over 30 years. This year’s Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake 2012 event will be Feb. 25th. Teams may bowl at any of the three bowling alleys in Lanark County, Gratton Lanes in Smiths Falls, Alley Cats in Perth or Vision Lanes in Carleton Place and raise pledges for our agency programs. You may also sign out a Wii bowling kit for your home or workplace Wii bowling events. If you have questions call: 613-283-0570 or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca

Feb 29 -Knights of Columbus Turkey Dinner Wed., Feb. 29. At the Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William Street West in Smiths Falls from 5:30-6:30pm. Turkey with all the trimmings plus a $50 door prize! $12 adult, children under 10 free (with an adult). Info: 283-9170.

Mar 2 & 3 -The Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre will perform Pirates of Penzance Junior at the Carleton Place Town Hall  March 2 at 7 pm and March 3 at 2 pm. Tickets $10 for opening night; $15 for the rest. Tickets available at the Chamber of Commerce, 132 Coleman St. at the Train Station in Carleton Place, 613-257-1976.

Mar 3- Orange Paw Entertainment presents Carleton Place Talent Showcase, Music, Drama, Dance and Visual Arts at 7pm on Sat., March 3 at 150 Mill Street. Free admission. All proceeds go to Arts Carleton Place.

Mar 4-Power of Movement, Canada's largest yoga fundraiser for arthritus. Funds raised from this event go towards life changing research, which benefits more than 4.2 million Canadians that are living with arthritis and autoimmunte conditions. More information, visit www.powerofmovement.ca

Mar 4 -Lyle Dillabough & the Ottawa Valley Review will perform the "Songs" of Hank Williams Sr. at The St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Carleton Place, Ontario, on Sun March 4th at 7pm. Tickets: $15. each and will be available at: Temptations & SRC Music in Carleton Place.

Mar. 7 -2nd Season of the "Village Chef Night" at the Mainstreet Family Restaurant in Merrickville. Village Chef showcases the cooking talents of area personalities. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Chef's choice of local charity. Get a season pass at a special price. Reservations are required. March 7 Roz from "Spa San Souci" cooks. Info and reservations call 613-269-7976.

Mar 11- Bridal Show Sunday March 11 in Brockville. Noon-5pm at the Brockville Country Club - You could win 4 Nights at a Karisma Resort in the Mayan Riviera courtesy Destination Insights. Info: www.brockvillebridalshow.com

Mar 17 -The 6th Annual Brady Bear 4 on 4 hockey tournament (sponsored by C.A.R.H.A.) will take place on Saturday, March 17 through Sun., March 18. This is an eight-team tournament and will take place at the Sensplex in Kanata. Proceeds will be donated to the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.  For more information call: Paul Cooney at 613-443-3140.

Mar 24 to 25 -Pakenham Arts & Crafts Association 10th annual Pakenham Maple Run Studio Tour March 24 & 25. Tour brochures at Fulton's Sugar Bush, Pakenham General Store, www.maplerun.on.ca, or visit us on facebook.

Mar 28 to 31 -Smiths Falls Curling and Squash Club on Old Sly’s Road will be hosting the Ontario Bantam and Junior Mixed Championship from March 28 to 31.

May 5 -The "Carleton Place in Concert” Committee present Canadian Folk singer/songwriter Garnet Rogers "Up Close & Personal" in Carleton Place Ontario (St Andrew's Presbyterian Church) Sat May 5th at 8pm.

TFN-Tay Valley is currently compiling a list of all war veterans, including those who have served in either World Wars, The Korean War and subsequent wars, to honour all residents who died while serving their country with a commemorative plaque outside the newly renovated Municipal Office. Any persons with information regarding former war veterans from any of the three founding townships to please contact: Jillian Cleroux-Summer Research Assistant Rob Tremblay- Clerk, 613-267-5353 ext. 133 or 613-267-5353 ext. 130, clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca.

TFN-Carefor Health & Community Services, a not-for-profit charitable organization is calling upon Ottawa’s home cooking heroes to submit their best recipes into the ‘Cooking with Carefor’ charity cookbook! As a fundraising project for Carefor, selected recipes and names of recipe owners will be published in the first annual cookbook. For more information, visit Carefor’s website at www.carefor.ca, or call Donna at 613-749-7557 x 2149

TFN- BINGO every Tuesday night at the Smiths Falls Civitan Club Hwy 15 North. Doors open at 5pm and bingo starts at 7pm.

TFN- The Smiths Falls Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at the Courtyard Café, 7 Russell St. West. New members and visitors welcome. For info call Joffre Ducharme at 283-8565.

TFN- The Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club "Crokinole” every Thursday at 1:30pm. Light lunch, Cost is $2. At the Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. 613-283-8382, 283-6965.

TFN -The Town of Smiths Falls offers a variety of services to immigrants making their home here. TR Leger School of Adult, Alternative & Continuing Education, of the Upper Canada District School Board, offering ESL (English as a Second Language) classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Smiths Falls Public Library. Further information on the existing classes is available by contacting Lane at daphne.lane@ucdsb.on.ca or Case at ELLclassSF@gmail.com

TFN -Approximately 65,000 children are being raised by Kin in Canada. Most of these children are being raised by Grandparents or Aunts and Uncles with very low income. CANGRANDS National Kinship Support is an independent, not-for-profit organization which endeavours to help carry out activities, which empower Kin caregiver families who raise these children.For more information contact: Brenda Davidson, CANGRANDS National Kinship Support, Lanark County Chapter Leader at (613) 978-2654 or E-mail at lcks2011@gmail.co

TFN-The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital has launched of a Speakers Bureau. Healthcare professionals, physicians, nurses, and executives associated with the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital are available to speak to community groups, schools, service clubs, churches and other organizations throughout the catchment area. For information or to arrange a speaker please visit; www.psfdh.on.ca

TFN-The Perth Chapter of Green Drinks meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Crown and Thistle pub in Perth at 5:30 pm. Green Drinks is an international organization that gives like-minded environmentalists a chance to share ideas, network and have fun.

TFN-The Breast Dress Project will see gently used wedding dresses sold to new brides with proceeds going to breast cancer research. If you are interested in donating your wedding dress to this cause, contact at jamie@groovylinen.com or Stacey@marrymeproductions.ca. For additional information, visit www.thebreastdressproject.com

TFN-REAL collects used cell phones through Phone Back Canada. Phones collected may be repaired and reused, or the 30-50% that are not usable and taken apart and their parts recycled. And REAL receives $1.00 for every phone it turns in. Drop your phone in the green collection box located near the customer entrance of the REAL Deal during store hours. More information about REAL www.REALaction.ca

TFN-The Smiths Falls Knitting & Crochet club holds its weekly meetings at the Seniors Activity Building every Tuesday from 1-3 pm. Knitting for charity. Everyone welcome.

TFN -The West Carleton Country Knitters are a group that knits for charity. They are looking for donations of yarn and knitting supplies. If you can help, please drop off your donation at Island View Retirement Suites at 30 Jack Crescent in Arnprior. Your donation would really help children in need of warm clothing.

TFN-ASK, the Active Seniors Koalition (which welcomes all adults, not just seniors), has some great programs this year: Line Dancing class in Ferguson's Falls Hall every Tuesday from 11am till noon, along with classes at the Middleville Hall every Thursday, also 11am till 12.The cost for Line Dancing is $5 /class .Shuffleboard at Watson's Corners Hall, every Thursday from 11am until 3pm.There’s a brown bag lunch most weeks with a potluck lunch on the last Thursday of every month. Shuffleboard costs $3/person. For more information, call Linda Russell, 613-259-5447 or info@crr-net.com

TFN-ASK, the Active Seniors Koalition (which welcomes all adults, not just seniors), has some great programs this year including:Wii Bowling at MERA every Friday, 10am until 12 and at Ferguson's Falls on the third Monday of each month, 11am till 2pm. Cost is $3. For more information, call Linda Russell, 613-259-5447 or info@crr-net.com

TFN-Members Only Free Computer lessons at The Montague and District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Hall, 658 Rosedale Road S. Call Norma at 613-284-2731

TFN-Every Wednesday the Smiths Falls Lions Club will serve a Community Lunch from 11:30am till 1:30pm at the Smiths Falls Lions Den, 19 Abbott Street, South. Donation welcome but not necessary. Info 283-1490

TFN-REAL Deal Store, 85 William Street West, Smiths Falls opposite the Railway Museum. Has table of free items is available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, weather and space permitting. More info at info@realaction.ca or www.REALaction.ca

TFN-Women of Sobriety (WFS) is a self-help Program for women with problems of addiction. Weekly meetings are held on Sunday evenings from 7pm to 8:15pm at 1390 Prince of Wales., 4th floor, room 406. Parking is free. Anyone interested in obtaining further information may call Anne at 613-220-3588 or email w.f.s.in.Ottawa@gmail.com

TFN-Alzheimer Society of Leeds-Grenville Support Group Meetings take place: in Brockville on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1st Presbyterian Church, from 1-3pm. and in the evening every 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30pm...In Prescott on the 3rd Thursday of each month at St. Paul's United Church 1:30pm to 3:30pm...Portland on 3rd Friday of each month at Country Roads Community Health Centre from 2pm to 4pm...Gananoque 1st Friday of each month at Grace United Church...Early Stage Support Group in Kemptville 4th Thursday of each month at Bayford Manor from 11am till noon(registration needed call 1-866-576-8556)...Brockville Early Stage Support Group every Wednesday 1-2pm1st Presbyterian Church to register call 613-345-7392 toll free 1-866-576-8556.

TFN-Donate your unwanted vehicle and help those living with kidney disease.  Have your car towed within 48 hours for free and receive a valuable tax receipt. Newer vehicles may qualify for an even bigger receipt! Call 1-866-788-CARS, or click the car button at www.kidney.ca. donate, feel great!

TFN-The R.E.W.A.R.D.S Foundation is a Canadian charity that wants to give children the best start in life, by keeping them in school and smoke-free. By sponsoring a child you can make a difference in their life. Motivate a child to graduate smoke-free. For more info visit the REWARDS Foundation at www.my5k.ca

TFN-Heavenly Angels cheerleading in Perth looking for new members. All surrounding areas are welcome. If interested or need more info please contact the coach of the Heavenly Angels at 278-1119

TFN-The Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario is looking for volunteers. If you think would be interested in volunteering some of your time and energy please contact: George Ward at (613) 283-5696, sfrmchin@superaje.com or www.sfrmeo.ca

TFN-Lanark County Fire Department wants your old vehicles. Donate your old vehicle for them to use in as a practice vehicle for the Jaws of Life Rescue technics.They'll pick you vehicle up and take it away for free. For more info call Carleton Automotive.com or call 613-253-0569

TFN-The Alzheimer's Society of Lanark County needs volunteers to take part in the "Day Away" program. 264-0307

TFN-Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Lanark County looking for volunteers to help in operation of Jewels Thrift Store in Smiths Falls. 613-283-9723

TFN-Smiths Falls Horticultural Society Membership fees for the Smiths Falls Horticultural Society for the year are $10 and include entry to all meetings, a yearbook and monthly newsletters. Meetings have interesting and informative speakers or hands on activities, as well as flower shows, photo contests and sale of seeds, magazines and other garden related materials. Contact 283-9861 or 283-9451 for details.