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May 18-Look for Wayne at the Top Soil Fundraiser in Kemptville for Big Brothers.

May 19-John will be touring around Smiths Falls with stops at the Lions Bring and Buy Yard Sale, the Westminster Presbyterian Church Yard Sale and the Lawn Bowling Club's open house.   

 COMMUNITY EVENTS

On Going-"The Food For All Network" would like to remind you to grow an extra row this season when planting your garden and donate the produce to your local food bank.

On Going- Kemptville Youth Centre thinks everyone deserves their dream graduation. KYC is offering Head to Toe help .Free dresses, Tux rentals, shoes, make-up m hair styling and basic manicure. To take part or if you know someone who would call 613-258-5212, all calls and appointments are confidential. All fittings are private. Kemptville Youth Centre is at 5 Oxford Street Kemptville. www.kemptvilleyc.com

On Going -The Perth Civitan Classic Cruisers regular Monday night cruise-in are underway. All classic vehicles and classic vehicle fans are welcome. The cruise-in will start at approximately 5:30 pm and run until dusk every Monday. Door prizes for vehicle owners. 50/50 draw. Barbeque. Classic Rock and Roll music. Please join us at the Perth Civitan Club on Highway 43.

On Going - Kanata Cruise Night is back for the 15th year at the Hazeldean Mall (300 Eagleson Road, Kanata). Come out and see the Classic Cars, Hot Rods and Antiques on Tuesday evenings starting on May 1st to September 18th. Proceeds from the weekly raffle will be donated to the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario. For more information contact - Karen and Roger at 613-836-3647

May & June- “Loads of Love" This Spring Greely Sand & Gravel wants you to buy a load, and spread the love! Greely Sand & Gravel will donate $5 to CHEO from every household load of landscaping supplies delivered or picked up. For more information call at 613-821-3003 for visit www.greelysand.com

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.

Ongoing-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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ongoing-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.

Every 4th Friday-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 May 18 -House of Welcome 2nd annual Billy Buffett's Memorial Fellowship an Golf Tournament at Timber Run Golf Club in Lanark on the May 27th . Registration at 11:30am. Shot gun start at 1pm. 18 holes, cart, dinner and prizes, $350/foursome and $100/single. Sponsor a hole for $200, a charity a tax receipt will be given. The Cutoff date is May 18th. Contact Dave 613-825-3675 or Jim 613-744-3021.

Till May 20 -Knights of Columbus Annual Charities Raffle Tickets. 7 vehicles - 12 cash prizes - 4 vacation trips! Tickets available from any K of C member of at the Kiosk in the County Fair Mall, Smiths Falls. Tickets 3 for $5-draw date May 20.

Till May 25- Limited space available for a few more foursomes at The Perth and District Community Foundation annual golf tournament on May 25th. at the Perth Golf Course. Details The Perth and District Community Foundation, 33 Lewis St. Perth, call 1-613-326-0295.  www.pdcf.ca

Till May 26 -Big Brothers/Big Sisters 3M Golf for the Kids Tournament at Mapleview Golf Course in Perth to raise funds for mentoring programs in Lanark County Sat., May 26th. Shot Gun Start 9am. $75/person (Members $55) .Includes Cart, Continental breakfast and BBQ lunch, plus a chance to win $10,000 in cash. Hole in One sponsored by AVIVA. Call 613-283-0570.  Or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca

Till May 31-Carambeck Public School "Final Bell - Closing Celebration" .The last reunion for former staff, students and friends of Carambeck Public School, Carleton Place, Thurs.,  May 31st,  from 5pm to 8pm. Come for a stroll down memory lane and visit with old friends as we say "Good-bye" to our school. Light refreshments and entertainment. For more information, please contact (613) 257-1455 or email:  carambeckreunion@hotmail.com

Month of May -The Salvation Army Thrift Store at 5 William Street West in Smiths Falls and 51 Foster Street in Perth, Buy $10 and get your name in a draw. The winner will have 5 minutes to fill a Huge recycling bag.

Till June 1-Arts Carleton Place is hosting the second annual Youth Art Competition, "Expressions of Carleton Place" in association with the BIA's fourth Annual Lambs Down Park Festival on June 16. Deadline for work submissions to Arts Carleton Place at the Train Station, 132 Coleman St. June 1.  The announcement of the winners and presentation of prizes will take place at Lambs Down Festival on June 16 . Entry forms and the rules of the competition are available from Arts Carleton Place at the train station or on our website at www.artscarletonplace.com.

Till June 1 -GWM Hospital Auxiliary Golf Tournament - Sat., June 16 at the Perth Golf Course; golf, cart, dinner, prizes, plus Silent Auction all for $100 per golfer! Contact Marion 613-267-3046 for info and registration form. Register now!

Till July 21 -First Annual Motorcycle Ride for Youth 10am-2pm July 21.  Meet at the Smiths Falls District Youth Centre Sat. July 21st at 10am. $30 /person - lunch included; $25 if you bring a child passenger. Info: 613-284-1784

TFN-A Carleton Place mother and her two young daughters have lost everything in a fire and a group has been set up to accept donations on their behalf. To see a list of what's still needed or how to make a donation please follow this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/299605250111810/ Also you make a cash donation to Tasha and her girls as a bank account in trust has been set up at TD Canada Trust (Branch # 3273) ACCOUNT #6059308

Til May 19- Police Week in Lanark County runs to May 19. The theme of Police week 2012 is "Leading the way to a safer tomorrow." and is dedicated to increasing community awareness and recognition of policing services and strengthening partnerships between police and the community. Lanark County OPP will be supporting and participating in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Til May 18- Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club will commence bowling Mon. May 14 to Fri., May 18. Open between 6pm and 7pm for anyone wishing to try it out.

May 17- The Nepean Horticultural Society!  Annual Plant Auction and Plant Sale. Thurs., May 17 at 6:30 p.m., City View United Church, 6 Epworth Ave., Nepean.  Enjoy a fun evening!  Everyone welcome. Free Admission!  Light refreshments.  Information, 613-224-7184.

May 17- SFDCI will host a board-wide initiative called "Step into Motion".  Check out the event at www.stepintomotion.com.  Over 300 students from local feeder schools will attend dance workshops at Smiths Falls District Colligate and will also take part in a matinee performance by local dance studios and dance professionals.  SF's Redhawk Rhythmics glee club will be performing at the matinee.  Workshops run from 10:30 to 11:30.  The matinee performance will run from 12:30 to 1:30.  Admission is Free to the public.

May 17 -Culture Days participants information session hosted by The Smiths Falls & Districts Arts & Culture Council (SFDACC) on Thurs. May 17. Culture Days staff will be in attendance at the Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (90 William Street West) at 7pm. The information session is free and open to all. A donation box will be placed at the door to help say thank you to the Museum for being a gracious host." RSVP at smithsfallsarts@gmail.com or call Louis @ 613-205-1258

May 17 -The Smiths Falls Police Service is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a book launch. "Our Police: A history of the Smiths Falls Police Service" by Sgt. Richard Labelle on Thurs., May 17th. Sgt. Labelle will be attending the event, which will be held between 1 and 3 p.m. at the Heritage House Museum on Old Sly's Road. The museum is also marking the occasion with an exhibit on the history of the police force.

May 18 -Pranksters -classic country & rock 'n'roll dance Sat, May 18th, 8pm-12 light lunch Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport sponsored by Ways and Means Committee.

May 18 -Kemptville Youth Centre is holding a Pre-teen Dance Fri, May 18 from 6pm to 9pm. You can check KYC on the web: www.kemptvilleyc.com for programs, permission forms and information!

May 18- Smiths Falls District Club for Youth Teen Dance from 7 to 10pm. Friday May 18 at the Smiths Falls Lions Club Hall. $5 entry, locked door policy-once your in....you’re in!

May 18 -LiPS (the Live Poets Society of Lanark County) is holding the last qualifying slam in the 2012 season.  Come out prepared for an incredible night of poetry at the open mic and in the competitive slam.  Catch some inspiration from our amazing feature: ArRay of WoRds.Fri., May 18, at 7pm. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) McMartin House, 125 Gore Street East, Perth. Cost:  $5 (free for those participating in open mic or slam competition) .For more information about LiPS: lanarklips@hotmail.com or check them out on Facebook under "LiPS".

May 18- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds & Grenville holding a Top Soil Fundraiser in Kemptville Fri., May 18th, between 2pm & 8pm at the corner of Hwy 44 & 43 in Kemptville. The bags are seed bags and are going to be free with a donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters. All proceeds from the sale will go directly to help fund the high quality mentoring programs for children and youth in the North Grenville area.  For more information call 613-258.4440 or email lindsay.butcher@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.  If you would like to learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds & Grenville please visit www.mentoringmatters.ca.

May 19-Smiths Falls Lions Bring & Buy Yard Sale. BRING something to donate to the Lions Bring and Buy Yard Sale this Saturday morning starting at 9am at the corner of Chambers and Bay Streets.  Please, no clothes, no junk - just your gently used good stuff you are tired of, and while you are there BUY something good.  Perennial plants and things for the garden, books and magazines galore, ornaments, and one of a kind items. All really good stuff!

May 19 -The Rays of Hope Relay for Life team will be participating in the Smiths Falls Westminster Presbyterian Church Yard Sale Sat., May 19 from 8am top 1pm, selling plants and hosting a BBQ to raise money for cancer at Westminster Presbyterian church, Smiths Falls.

May 19- Toledo Legion present Ambush Sat., May 19 at 8pm. Tickets $25/person. Tickets at: Wrightway Services in Smiths Falls, Kitley Grocery in Athens and Swan Variety in Athens or call 613-275-7228 or 613-275-1460.

May 19- Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club Open House from 9am to noon on Sat. may 19. Pancake breakfast for $5 and an item for the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank.

May 19 - Bid Euchre 4 -Hand Tournament Sat. May 19 at the Tatlock Community Hall, Concession 7, Darling Township, Lanark Highlands.  $10 entry fee, partner not necessary. To register call; 613-259-2010 or 6130256-1414. Proceeds to Tatlock Community Hall

May 19 - The Salvation Army Thrift Store at 5 William Street West in Smiths Falls and 51 Foster Street in Perth. Sat., May 19 is BOGO Day (buy one, get one) on specific items only.

May 19 -Bake, Craft & Yard Sale at Westminster Presbyterian, Smiths Falls Sat., May 19 (raindate May 26) - Rent a table and sell your wares or come and shop. Help our Relay team and Outreach programs. Info 283-6987 or 283-6640.

May 19 -"Part with your Art" Sale - fundraiser for Lanark County Interval House Sat., May 19th - 8am to noon at the Carleton Place Farmers Market (new Market Square location at the corner of Beckwith Street and Lake Avenue East in Carleton Place) Many previously-loved works of art including original paintings, posters, prints and framed photography. Everything must go - most items are selling for $20 or less. All proceeds to support Lanark County Interval House .For more information, contact Sue at (613) 257-5159.

May 19 - Rideau Hill Camp Garage sale planned for Sat 19 May from 8am to 1pm at the old Gale/Pratt Real Estate office at corner of #43 & #44, Kemptville. God used items for this sale maybe drop off at the above address on Fri., May 18 between 5pm - 8 Ppm. The purpose of this fundraiser is for restoration of the swimming pool.  www.rideauhillcamp.com for more information on summer camps, registration forms, etc.

May 19 - There will be a BBQ at the Jonsson's Independent in Kemptville in support of Kemptville Youth Centre, Sat., May 19 from 11am to 3pm. You can check KYC on the web: www.kemptvilleyc.com for programs and information!

May 19- Pancake Breakfast at the Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club on Sat., May 19 from 9; 30am to 1pm. Cost $5. All welcome.

May 20 - There will be Fireworks Sun., May 20th at Ashton Community Park. Entertainment at 8pm followed by Fireworks, no charge, but donations are welcome.

May 20 -The Rootin' Tootin' Cancer Shootin' Desperados, is having a car wash on Sun., May 20 at Jeff Julian's State Farm Agency, 376 Flora St. In Carleton Place.  9:30 a.m. until the last car is washed! Rain or shine. All donations go towards the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life .This year at Lombardy Fair Grounds and Gemmill Park in Almonte overnight June 8.

May 20 -Main Street Open Stage Jamboree at the Smiths Falls Legion. Sun., May 20 from 1pm-6:30pm. Enjoy Cabbage Rolls for dinner at 5pm. Cost $12 per person, entertainers eat free. Share the wealth and draws for dinner tickets.

May 20 -Lynda Randle Gospel Concert is Sun., May 20th, at St. John's United Church, 2120 Dundas Street in Cardinal. The Concert starts at 7pm. Doors Open 6pm. Advance Tickets Only .Info at 613-657-3421.

May 20 - Perth Pool Triathlon/Duathlon is Sun., May 20th, Start and Finish at the Perth and District Indoor Pool. 500m swim, 16km bike and 3 km run, as individual or on a team. Also a duathlon as a run, bike, run. Sign up at https://eventsonline.ca/events/perth_pool_tri/.

May 21-The Salvation Army Thrift Store at 5 William Street West in Smiths Falls and 51 Foster Street in Perth will be closed for Victoria Day.

May 23-The Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club General Membership Meeting is on Thurs., May 23 at 7:30pm Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. 613-283-8382, 283-6965.

May 23/30- Diabetes Education Program in Smiths Falls. Learn how you can manage Diabetes with info about diet, exercise, testing, medication & complications. Free sessions May 23 & 30. Call 613-284-2558 to register.

May 24 - Yes Even a Little Bit of Sugar is Too Much! Free sessions on how healthy eating and active lifestyle can delay or prevent Type 2 Diabetes. Call Rideau Valley Diabetes 613-284-2558 to register. In Perth May 24

May 24 - Bathurst Pastoral Charge presents The annual Spring Music event with special guests The Men of the Cylde plus Bev and other local talent. Thurs. May 24 at 7pm at Calvin United Church in DeWitts Corners. Refreshments follow, Tickets $10 each. Info and tickets call; 613-273-2571, 613-264-0004 or 613-264-8189.

May 24- Film Night International Smiths Falls will present "Albert Nobbs" on Thurs. May 24 at the SFDCI Cafetorium.  Show time is 7pm. and tickets are $10 and will be available at the door.  All proceeds are donated to the summer reading program for children at the Smiths Falls Public Library. For more info: 613-283-2911.

May 24 to June 3 - Studio Theatre Perth present 'Doubts'...A Parable from May 24, to June 3, at Studio Theatre: Evening shows 8pm, Sun. shows at 2pm. $20 advance, $22 at door. Tickets at Tickets Please 613.485.6434 or visit www.studiotheatreperth.com.

May 25 -Smiths Falls District Club for Youth Pre-Teen Dance May 25.  Ages 10-13 years only please! $5 entry with locked door policy. 7-10pm at the Youth Arena on Friday May 25.

May 25 -Smiths Falls Legion Branch 95, 7 Main Street East TGIF. Roast Pork dinner from 6-7pm. dance to follow. Dinner and Dance $12. Music in by The Doherty Brothers.

May 26 -Jump Start Fundraising Event on May 26th. at the Canadian Tire at 330 Coventry Road, Ottawa.  The Jump start Foundation raises money for children who cannot afford to participate in organized sports.

May 26 - The Zion-Memorial United Church Annual Indoor/Outdoor Yard and Plant Sale on Sat., May 26, from 8am until 1pm., at 37 Franklin Street in Carleton Place. There will be children's toys, furniture and perennial plants.

May 26 - Benefit Dance for Courtney Preece an 18 year old stricken with a rare illness called Transverse Myelitis that has cause spinal paralysis. The benefit is being held to help with the growing expenses this family is facing. May 26th, at the Montague Centennial Hall, from 8pm till 2am. Silent auction door prizes, a buffet of assorted food, a licensed event.  There are two local bands confirmed being "The Dead Centuries" and "Transit 14" as well as DJ "Power Supply".   Tickets $10 each at the door or by contacting 613-283-4399.

May 26 -The Chesterville Lions Club and Good Time Pullers are hosting the Shane LaPlante Memorial ATV/Lawnmower Pull and Pro Wrestling for C.H.E.O.  Sat., May 26 at the Chesterville Fairgrounds. Registration at 10:30am.  Pulls from 12:30pm to 4pm, Wrestling at 7:30pm. Info call Todd Laplante at 613-227-1888 by email at stl97@hotmail.com, All proceeds from this event will be donated to C.H.E.O.

May 26 -Rummage Sale at St. John's Anglican Church Smiths Falls. Sat., May 26 from 9am until Noon in the Parish Hall. Gently used clothing, small household items, shoes, books & more. Sponsored by Group 'B', A.C.W. Info: 613-283-1261.

May 26 -Smiths Falls Horticultural Society Plant Sale May 26. At Legion Branch 95 Sat. May 26. A few special plants will be auctioned outside at 9am then doors will open. Lots of perennials, hostas, irises, dahlias, herbs and many more!

May 26 -Calvin Neufeld on Bullying 2...This Time It's Personal! Free presentation at St. Paul's United Church, 26 Gore St.W. in Perth. Saturday May 26 at 2pm. For more information on the presenter visit www.calvinneufeld.com

May 26 -High Tea and Crown Jewellery Sale Sat., May 26. Presented by Holy Trinity A.C.W. at South Elmsley Complex, #441 Hwy.15 South. Reserved seating 11:30am & 1pm. In honour of Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee. Tickets: 613-283-0381.

May 26 -The Beckwith Butcher in Carleton Place is holding the "Traeger Cook-off" on Sat. May 26. All money raised will be going towards the Carleton Place District Memorial Hospital; Ladies Auxillary. Hot dogs, hamburgers and pulled pork on a bun. Enter the draw for a chance to win one of the Traeger BBQs with a minimum donation of $10. This includes a hamburger, hot dog or pulled pork and a drink), with their names put in the draw for the BBQ. Cook-off starts at 11am Judging 12pm-appetizers, 1pm- main course. To enter the Cook-off, get rules or info e-mail; thebeckwithbutcher@bellnet.ca or call 613-253-6328

May 26-"Doc McCoy Murder Mysteries" along with a chicken Dinner at the Stittsville Legion, Main Street Sat., May 26 at 6pm. Tickets $25/Person. D J to follow

May 26- The Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club 27 Annual Bake Sale and Quilt Show at the ACCC Show, Lombardy Agricultural Grounds. Info Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Road South. 613-283-8382, 283-6965.

May 26 -St. Paul's Presbyterian Church in Kemptville "Car Wash" 9am; Bake/Plant Sale 10:30am; Buffet luncheon: Beef, ham, chicken & salads 11am to 1pm at St. Paul's Church, 319 Prescott Street Kemptville, on Sat., May 26.

May 26 -The first ever Man Auction is Sat., May 26. Tickets for the event are $30 with 50 per cent of the ticket proceeds and 100 per cent of the auction proceeds going to the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation. A buffet style dinner will begin at 5:30pm., with the live man auction at 7pm.  Some of the items the men will provide to the winning bidder include a free wine kit, from The Rideau Winery, a 2012 seasonal pool opening, gift cards and more. For details go to: www.danpetersauction.com/manauction.

May 26 -Big Brothers/Big Sisters 3M Golf for the Kids Tournament at Mapleview Golf Course in Perth to raise funds for mentoring programs in Lanark County Sat., May 26th. Shot Gun Start 9am. $75/person (Members $55) .Includes Cart, Continental breakfast and BBQ lunch, plus a chance to win $10,000 in cash. Hole in One sponsored by AVIVA. Call 613-283-0570.  Or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca

May 26 -The North Gower Artists' Society Third Annual Spring Art Show at Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Church St., North Gower, May 26th from 10am to 4pm and May 27th from 12 noon to 4 pm. Come enjoy contemporary art in a heritage setting.

May 26 - St. John Catholic High School in Perth is holding the 11th Relay for Life .Come out and support the event on Fri., May 25, 6:30pm until 11pm for the public.

May 26 -Franktown Lilac Festival is Sat., May 26th, at Centennial Hall - Franktown 8am. to 10:30 a.m. - Pancake Breakfast Hosted by Beckwith Irish Minor Football, 10am - Registration for Children's Bike Parade at St. James Church. Lilac Lunch & Bake Sale at St. Paul's United Church from 10am to 2pm.  BBQ at Centennial Hall 11am to 2pm., Horse Drawn Wagon Rides Down Lilac Lane. Ham & Bean Supper Hosted by St. James Centennial Hall 4pm to 7pm. Live Entertainment by Little Ray's Reptiles, Michael the Magician, Johnny Spinks.  All Day Craft Market, Children's Games & Activities, Various Garage Sales, Restored Antique Vehicle Display, Silent Auction. Information Contact: The Township Office 613-257-1539 or Cora Nolan from the Centennial Hall 613-283-3789. www.twp.beckwith.on.ca 

May 26/27 -The Rideau Lakes Region of the Antique and Classic Car Club of Canada, annual Antique & Collector Car Show, Flea Market &  Craft Sale at the Lombardy Fair Grounds south of Smiths Falls on Highway 15) on Sat., May 26 & Sun., May 27th, The Flea Market ,selling automotive & automotive related items and the Craft Fair on both days. The Car Show is on Sun. with participant judging in 15 categories registration is free. General admission on both day is $2.50 with children 12yrs and under FREE.  The club is a proud sponsor of Camp Quality, for kids that are undergoing cancer treatment.

May 27 -Portland Choir, under the direction of David Irwin, will be presenting an evening of choral music on Sun., May 27th, at 7pm. at Lyndhurst United Church.  All are welcome to this wonderful evening of song, free will offering.

May 27 -Almonte Truck, Tractor, Lawn Tractor Pull is on Sun. May 27th, at the Almonte Fair Grounds. Pull starts at 10am. There will be Antique & Farm Tractors, 4X4 Trucks, and Stock Lawn Tractors Pulling. Free Parking, BBQ put on by Lanark County 4-H .Admission $8/person. Children under 12 are free if accompanied by an adult. Visit; http://www.almontefair.com/tractor.shtml for more information.

May 27 -Join the Walk to Fight Arthritis, presented by the makers of Tylenol, on Sunday, June 10th across Canada and Sunday, May 27th in Montreal. Sign up at WalkToFightArthritis.ca.

May 27 -Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind presents "Dollars for Dogs", their 28th annual fundraising dog walk on Sun., May 27, at Andrew Haydon Park, 3169 Carling Avenue, Ottawa. The fun "dog day in the park" includes a 4-kilometre walk, barbecue, prizes and more. This is the only day of the year that dogs are permitted at Andrew Haydon Park. Registration at 9:30am and the walk start at 10:30am.  Hard copy entry forms are available by phoning 613-692-7777 or email events@guidedogs.ca. You can also register in advance online at www.guidedogs.ca.

May 30- Diabetes Education Program in Smiths Falls. Learn how you can manage Diabetes with info about diet, exercise, testing, medication & complications. Free session May 30. Call 613-284-2558 to register.

May 30 to June 1 -Canterbury High School’s Dramatic Arts Program graduating class will be performing "The Man of Mode". May 30th to June 1st. a classic comedy of manners, involving scandal, intrigue and a timeless comedy on social fois-pas.The show will take place in the school’s Barrie Alexander Auditorium and will begin at 7pm, tickets are $10 for students/seniors and $15 for adults. Tickets will available at the school. For more information, contact: Morgan Stedman (Producer/Publicity) 613-791-1994 or stedman_94@hotmail.com.Or email at man.of.mode.12@gmail.com

June 1- WATOTO African Children's Choir at Bethel Pentecostal. In Smiths Falls on Fri., June 1 at 7pm. Everyone is invited to come out and hear these great young performers! For further info contact the church at 613-283-2511 or www.bethelsmithsfalls.com.  Free will offering goes to children's choir.

June 1/2-Canada's Top War of 1812 Historians in Spencerville .With the support of the Thousand Islands Writers Festival, the Spencerville Mill will host free talks by some of Canada's top historians the Bicentennial Heritage Fair June 1-3. Authors will return to the Heritage Fair on Sat.,, June 2 for a book signing from 1-2pm at the Spencerville Mill. Copies of these and other 1812-related books will be available for sale at a new store located in the Mill.

June 2-Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind Open House will take place on Sat., June 2, from 10am-4pm at the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind National Training Centre, located at 4120 Rideau Valley Drive North, Manotick (between Barrhaven and Manotick off Prince of Wales Drive).The day will feature tours, guide dog and assistance dog demonstrations and chance to visit the Garden and Founders' Path. Admission and parking for this child-friendly event is free - donations are appreciated.  Please do not take your pet dog to this event. For further information, please phone (613) 692.7777, email events@guidedogs.ca, or visit online at www.guidedogs.ca.

June 2 - 2nd annual Duncan J Schoular Golf Tournament is Sat., June 2 at the Smiths Falls Golf & Country Club. 1pm tee-off/6:30pm dinner & auction, $100 Entry Fee includes; Golf, with Cart, Dinner, Auction and Prizes! Quest speaker and auctioneer Wayne Rostad. All Proceeds to Benefit Duncan J Schoular's Playground Reconstruction Fund. To Register: Call: 613-283-1367 /email: ewittfamily1995@gmail.com/ or in person: 42 McGill St. South Smiths Falls.

June 2 -Football in the Falls is Sat., June 2nd, at Lower Reach Park in Smiths Falls. Opening ceremonies at 8:45am. 9am Tyke Renegades vs. Bengals, 10:45am Mosquito Packers vs. Bengals, 12:30pm Peewee SF Packers vs. Beckwith Irish, 2:15pm Bantam SF Bengals vs. Brockville Bombers, 4pm Bantam SF Renegades vs. Beckwith Irish. Silent auction table, BBQ. All money raised goes back to the club to keep costs down and purchase new equipment.

June 2 -Carleton Place High School Reunion, for anyone who attended between 1950-1985, takes place 4pm on Sat. June 2, at the Carleton Place Arena. Tours of the High School begin at 2pm; a Memorial Wall for our lost family and friends; a Dinner and Dance featuring The Mick Armitage Band. Tickets are $50 each. Details at www.cphs2012.eventbrite.com/

June 2 -Community Yard Sale Sat., June 2 from 8am to Noon at the Lombardy Agricultural Pavilion at the Fair Grounds on Hwy.15. Fundraiser for the Lombardy Agricultural Society, for table rental info phone 613-283-3631.

June 2 -The TD Bank branches will be hosting their 13th Annual Greater Ottawa Area Classic Charity Ball Tournament on Saturday, June 2 at Carlington Park (150 Raven Avenue).  25 Teams will play on 4 diamonds.  Their goal is to raise $100,000.  Proceeds will be presented during the CHEO Telethon, June 9 and 10. For more information call:  Cathy Jowsey at 613-782-1248

June 2 -The White Lake Community Yard Sale takes place Saturday, June 2, 2012.  There will be a bake sale at the local United Church as well as breakfast and lunch at the Fire Hall.

June 2 - Take a trip back in time and join us at Watson's Mill in Manotick, in the historic Dickinson Square on June 2, for annual Pioneer Day! Pioneer demonstrations, watch the mill come to life as we grind flour,  fun crafts and games or dress up in 19th century costumes and take pictures in the Pioneer Photo-booth! From 9am to 4pm.

June 2/3 -1st Annual Business Expo June 2 & 3 in Smiths ,June 2 and 3, Opportunities for networking, growth, face to face contact, sales, and/or you have a unique product or item to promote. Only $40 per rental table, email: info@sfdcy.ca

June 3 -Lanark County Interval House "Homes for the House Tour" in Carleton Place.  On Sun., June 3rd from 10am-4pm tour six local homes ranging from historical gems to the newest model of elegant living. Limited tickets,$25 each must be purchased in advance, at the Train Station Visitors Centre on Coleman St. in Carleton Place, Vickie's Specialty Shop on Main St. in Smiths Falls, The Running Goat on Foster St. in Perth, Doree's Habit in Almonte and Merrickville, Art Mad on Main St. in Stittsville, and Tivoli Florists in Westboro and the Byward Market. All money raised stays in Lanark County to support abused women and their children.  More information at 613-257-3469 x 27 or x63 and at lcih.org

June 3 - Lombardy Agricultural Society present a Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Tea on Sun., June 3. At the Lombardy Agricultural Hall, Hwy 15, south of Smiths Falls from 1pm to 4pm. Wear your favorite hat and enjoy a Hat Fashion Show and displays, Door Prizes. Tickets $10/person.

June 4 -Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind will host its annual Golf Tournament on Mon., June 4, at the Carleton Golf & Yacht Club in Manotick. 18-holes with cart, lunch, dinner, prizes and more, all for just $160/ player, $640/foursome. You can win $10,000 cash or a vehicle lease for a hole-in-one, plus longest drive winners have the chance to compete in the RBC Foundation's $100,000 Shootout. You can register online at www.guidedogs.ca or call 613-692-7777.

June 6- Glee concert:  the newly formed Redhawk Rhythmics will perform a concert at SFDCI June 6th at 7 p.m.  Tickets are $5 at the door with children 12 and under being free.  Not only will you hear from the SFDCI glee club, the group will also be hosting feeder school glee clubs as the opening acts.

June 6-Smiths Falls Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. Wed. June 6 at Lombard Glen Golf & Country Club. Dinner with golf and power cart $110; $45 for dinner only. This event sells out every year so register early! 613-283-1334

June 8 -Volunteers are needed to help coach a "Just Kick It! "soccer school team. The Just Kick It! Program runs Fri., nights starting June 8th to Aug 10th. from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Beckwith Park south of Carleton Place. Responsibilities: Teach children (4 to 7 years old) the game of soccer. Help run and participate in body movement games as laid out by the head coach. Have Fun!  Contact: administrator@cpsoccer.ca

June 8 - CARP, Bayshore Home Health and CHPC will host an Expo at the Brockville Country Club to celebrate "Zoomers”!  An interactive and entertainment driven event with over 40 vendors and exhibitors promoting health, wellness and the special interests of people over 50. There will also be mini fitness sessions and musical entertainment throughout the day. Sat., June 8, from 10am to 8pm. Cost: $5/person or $7/couple. Contact:  Dawn Edgley edgley.carp@gmail.com.  or (613) 802-0424. This is a not for profit event.  Proceeds will go towards the republishing of 'Seniors Safety Guide' for Leeds-Grenville/Lanark, the Rotary Club and the Brockville and area CARP Chapter.

June 9 -Camp Otterdale is hosting "Ladies at the Lake" in support of Dignity House Hospice and The Canadian Federation of University Women on Sat., June 9 from 9am to 7pm. at Otter Lake. Enjoy two relaxed meals in the Dining Hall, camp activities, music, speakers, door prizes and fun all day long! Ed Lawrence, will be the guest speaker at 4:30 pm.  Tickets are $67.80 for the entire day .Available through the camp website at campotterdale.com or 613 284-2700. Can't attend a full day?  Then come out and hear Ed's talk and for supper!  Tickets are $35 and can be purchased from Sweet Peas Florist in Perth and at Gemmell's Nursery in Smiths Falls. Advance-sales only.

June 9 -The Response Rodeo: Showdown in K-Town, Sat. June 9 from 5:30pm to 1am at the North Grenville Municipal Centre in Kemptville. To help raise funds for the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation and North Grenville Accessible Transportation. The Lonestar Ranch Chuckwagon, mechanical bull and calf roper, a wild west auction. Win a trip for 2 to the Calgary Stampede ,enter the Wild West Showdown Shootout with Bad Bart. Two Bands to entertain you all night long:  Eddy & The Stingrays and DW James. Details and tickets available online at www.responserodeo.com

June 16 -Kemptville Meadows 1st Annual Kemptville Youth Centre Breakfast Sat., June 16th from 8am to 10am. Featuring Celebrity Server, Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark .Tickets Adults - $10, Children - $5, Family Package - $25, For a Family of 4, Children under 5 eat free. At North Grenville Municipal Center, County Road 44, Kemptville. For tickets to this event or for more information, please call 613-258-5212, email stacey@kemptvilleyc.com OR visit www.kemptvilleyc.com

June 16- Participants will be running or walking 5K to raise money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation in memory of Wilf Richards. Smiths Falls Curling Club - 13 Old Sly's Road. Sat. June 16 from 9am to 12pm. There will be a BBQ after the run at the Heritage House Museum. All proceeds will be going to Heart and Stroke.

June 16- The Smiths Falls Police Association is hosting its 15th annual Golf Tournament for the Ontario Special Olympics. Wed., June 6th, at the Smiths Falls Golf & Country Club , 11am shotgun start. The cost is $90/person ($60 for members) includes golf cart, green fee, dinner and prizes. There is limited space available, contact Paul Klassen or Jodi Empey at 613-283-0357 x1224. Payment MUST be received by June 1st.

June 16- Charity Dog Wash and Fido Fun Fair. 9am-2pm Sat., June 16 at Foodsmiths in Perth. Prizes, refreshments, games for kids all in support of the Lanark Animal Welfare Society. All dogs must be leashed.

June 16 -The Shriner's Ride (Motorcycle) Poker Run. Sat., June 16 - 120 miles to cover starting in Brockville with BBQ at finish. Best poker hand wins $300. Proceeds to the Shrine Club, info at www.179tunis.org

June 16 -Highland on the Rideau: Pipe, Drum & Band Competition. Sat., June 16 under the water tower at Centennial Park, Smiths Falls. Solo 9am, Band Contest 1pm-4pm, Mass Band 4pm. Free admission! Hosted by Smiths Falls Gordon Pipe Band.

June 16/17 -The First Smiths Falls Art Journey Studio Tour takes place on Sat., June 16 & Sun., June 17.  12 artists will open their studios to the public for a free art studio tour from 10am. to 4pm. Maps for the tour and information on each of the exhibiting artists may be found online at http://www.smithsfallsarts.com/ or smithsfallarts@gmail.com or facebook at https://www.facebook.com/smithsfallsarts tweets @SF_CultureDays

June 17 -Kemptville Father's Day Show & Shine Sun., June 17, from 9am. to 3: pm.  at the Riverside Park & Prescott Street in Kemptville. Admission: Non perishable item in support of the Kemptville Salvation Army Food Bank. Details: 613-258-7567 or visit www.Hwy43CarClub.com

June 17 - 4th annual UCDSB Champions for Kids Fun Run is Sun. June 17 at the Ferguson Forest Centre Trails, Kemptville, beside the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Registration: 9am.  Start time 10am., for 1 km; 10:20am. for 5 km. Pledges: $20 minimum for Individuals/Families, $100 minimum for Centipede Teams (4-8 people). The UCDSB Champions for Kids Foundation helps families meet the medical, dental, and extra-curricular needs of their children. Information and pledge forms at: http://championsforkids.ucdsb.on.ca.Contact: Sarah Crawford 1-800-267-7131.

June 23- 100th Anniversary of the Eastern Ontario Fire Fighters Association Competitions and Dance featuring David Wilcox hosted by North Grenville Fire Services. Competitions begin at 8:30am, doors for Dance open at 8pm on Sat., June 23 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, Kemptville. Dance Tickets $30 each in advance or $35 at the door. Available at North Grenville Municipal Centre,  North Grenville Fire Station ,Howard Wilson Motors  and Randy's Performance Automotive or call  North Grenville Fire Service at 1-613- 258-2438

June 23 -Cataraqui Trail 1st Annual Cat Tail Ball Bash Sat., June 23 at Lombard Glen Golf and Country Club. Shotgun Start 1pm. 18 holes. Power cart BBQ lunch and roast beef dinner $80/person .Enter before May 31 have a chance to win your teams registration. Enter at www.lombardglen.com or www.cataraquitrail.ca

June 24 -Rideau Hill Camp Summer Strawberry Social is planned for Sun., June 24th at St. John's United Church 400 Prescott Street in Kemptville 6:30-9:00pm (freewill offering). Check out our web site www.rideauhillcamp.com for more information on summer camps, registration forms, etc.

June 24- The Community Cup of Ottawa a one-day, free multicultural festival celebrating sports and citizenship. Sun. June 24 at Brewer Park 100 Brewer Way, Ottawa. A one-day, free multicultural festival celebrating sports and citizenship, to have fun and to build connections between newcomers and the Ottawa community . The highlight is a seven-on-seven recreational soccer tournament.  24 teams will take part. A family-friendly event with children's activities, food, demonstration sports, and international music. Additional contact info: 613-232-9634 ext. 421 or email: communitycup@cic.ca

July 15 - All GM "Motorama" Show & Shine on Sun., July 15, from 9am. to 3pm. at Myers Kanata, Palladium Auto Park, 200-2500 Palladium Drive. Admission: Non perishable item in support of the Kanata Food Cupboard. Details:  613-258-7567 or visit www.Hwy43CarClub.com

July 21-First Annual Motorcycle Ride for Youth 10am-2pm July 21.Meet at the Smiths Falls District Youth Ctr. Sat. July 21st at 10am. $30/person - lunch included; $25 if you bring a child passenger. Info: 613-284-1784.

July 29- The Social Organization of Caribbean Cultural Activities is in the 6th year of its Annual Community Family Fun Day Picnic & Kites4Cancer Fundraiser which will be held on Sun., July 29th, from 11am to 8pm. at Petrie Island Ottawa. This event is open to the general public and features live entertainment from local and regional artists, games for all ages and kite flying. Donations are raised by the sale of kites and by participants wishing to fly their own kites receiving pledges.

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.