What’s Up BOB….your community events in the Kawartha Lakes brought to you by Subway
Feb. 21, 2012
What’s Up BOB….your community events in the
Bingo Bingo is currently looking for new charities to participate in their bingo sessions in Lindsay. Interested charities need to contact Don Abel, City of
For ongoing St. John Ambulance First Aid and CPR courses, plus the new Health Care provider courses held at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay and Fenelon Falls Training Centre, 15 Wychwood Cres new and more courses for all levels have been added to date accommodate those wanting to learn life saving techniques. Call the office in Lindsay for times, dates and to register, at 324-9894 or email (Enable Javascript to see the email address)
St.John Ambulance in Lindsay offers training that meets workplace requirements for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It’s a ½ day program. Call 324-9894 to find out more.
The Canadian Red Cross holds many Standard First Aid/CPR/AED and Recertification Courses at their Branch Office,
Home health care equipment available at the Lindsay Red Cross…wheelchairs, crutches, walkers etc. Call for more info at 324-8960.
The Lindsay and District Red Cross needs wool donations for their Winter Warmth (Mitts for Kids) program. Over 4,00 pairs of mitts, toques and socks have been given to the Soup Kitchen, Women’s Resources, A Place Called Home, the Boy’s and Girls Club etc. Drop the wool by
Women’s Resources provides shelter, support, and referral for abused women and their children in the City of
Alzheimer Society of Kawartha Lakes has ongoing Support Group meetings in Lindsay,
Little
Euchre is back on Friday evening at 7:30pm at
New phone line to book a physical for orphaned patients in the City of
Book Sales continue to be held the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10 am to 6 pm in the Carnegie Room of the Lindsay Library.
Stroke Survivor Support Group in the City of
Community Legal Clinic provides free legal services to the low-income residents of
Lindsay and District Toastmasters meet every Tuesday from 7:30-9:30pm at the
Need to make a presentation? Speaking Jitters? We've been there! Come out to our supportive fun workshops at the Lindsay Public library. Tuesdays noon to 1pm. Let us help you with communications to enhance your career and build your business! Kawartha
Multiple Sclerosis Support group in the
Volunteers are needed in many program areas and services throughout the City of
The City of
Fenelon Falls Legion has hot, delicious lunches every Thursday and Friday with tea or coffee for only $7. Four choices with generous portions. Everyone welcome between 11:30am and 1pm.
Is your weight affecting your life? Do you eat when you're not hungry? Overeaters Anonymous meets every Wednesday at Ross Memorial Hospital
Little Britain Youth Group, for youth grade 4 and up, meets every Friday from 7-8:45pm in the upper room at the Little Britain United church. Outings, speakers and more! Call (7050 786-2899 to find out more.
Bobcaygeon Seniors Citizens Centre, at
1-2-3 Baby’s On My Knee, a reading program for boys and girls up to age 12 months with their parent or caregiver. Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 10:15 am. Together you will discover the joy of songs, fingergames, tickle rhymes, simple books and bouncing rhymes.
Small Oneders, a new program for boys and girls age 12 to 24 months with their parent or caregiver. This program is held on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am. Explore the world of picture books, rhymes, songs, and fingergames. Puppets, a variety of storytelling methods and crafts are enjoyed.
Recruiting effort on now for the Army Cadet Corps in the City of
Artistic students over 14 in the City of
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Board Roles and Responsibilities February 28 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
Outcome Measurements-Organization Training February 27-(Session 1) & March 5 (Session 2)
10 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Boys & Girls Club
Financial Stewardship March 19 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: tbd
Meeting Management March 5, April 16 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. TAG Training Room
Mastering Minutes April 11- 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Call the
The popular “Read to the Dogs” program is coming to the Fenelon Falls Library soon. Therapy dogs, child certified through the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program give children the opportunity to read aloud in a nonthreatening environment.
Currently the “Read to the Dogs” program is popular at the Lindsay Library. For more information or to register for your 15 minute session at the Lindsay Library “Read to the Dog” program call 705 324-5632.
February is Heart month. Canvassers for the Heart and Stroke foundation will be knocking on doors throughout the City of
Sound of myoozik” is an exhibition to celebrate music through visual arts. On until March 17th at Art On Kent 41 Kent Street West Lindsay, Above: A buy & sell shop http://theartsdepartment.ca/
Lunch hosted by Ladies Auxiliary at the Coboconk Legion Friday February 24, 11:30 – 1:00
Salisbury Steak or Liver & Onions $7 includes coffee & dessert. Everyone is welcome
The Odyssey Project is hosting their 3rd annual benefit concert for Free the Children on Friday February 24th at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theatre. Odyssey, as well as students from LCVI and I E Weldon combine forces in group choral numbers as well as a combined Jazz ensemble. Special guest singer, songwriter, guitarist and Odyssey Project alumni James Barker will be performing. Proceeds will support clean water projects for Free the Children. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for seniors and students, and are available at the Academy Theatre box office.
Bowl For Kids Sake! February 25th at Caygeon Lanes in Bobcaygeon and the Fast Lane in
Bobcaygeon Antiques & Collectibles
Benefit Concert for the Humane Society of
1st Annual Trivia Challenge hosted by the Rotary Club of Lindsay, Sun. Feb. 26th at the Victoria Park Armoury. 1-4pm. A maximum of 30 teams, 11 rounds of trivia questions! No electronic devices. Cost per team is $200 with up to 8 team members. Age of majority event. Prizes are Top team $1,000, 2nd place $300, 3rd place $200. Call (705) 328-0180 ext 226 to find out more or to register!
Roller derby team meet and greet at Jakes Bar and Eatery this Sunday, Feb 26 at 6-9.
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The Friends of the
Winterfest returns to Kinmount Sunday, Feb. 26. Pre-Events include a Winter Themed Decorating Contest and the Downhill Dash Colouring Contest Sleigh Rides by Marsh Hill Carriages. New attractions, include the Antique Classic Snowmobile Club of Canada, Skijoring Demonstrations and Log Curling. Participants are invited to enter the Chili Contest. Don’t miss the popular Downhill Dash, back for its 3rd year. Contestants make & decorate a toboggan from cardboard & tape & bring to the sled hill to compete. Prizes awarded for best decorated & farthest distance in 3 age categories. All ages welcome! Pre-registration preferred but not mandatory. Registration forms, rules and colouring contest sheets available at kinmount.ca & local businesses. Pancake breakfast too and free skating at the arena!
The Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical Society presents its annual Show and Tell Sunday 26 Feb at 2:00 pm. Bring an antique, old photo or whatever, and tell us about it. The
KLFS would like to invite you to an information session. Take this opportunity to learn about Kawartha Lakes Food Source and how you can contribute your skills, wisdom & experience as a Volunteer! Monday, Feb 27th Community Service Room, KL Police Services, 6 Victoria Ave. N, Lindsay, ON 7:30pm to 9:00pm. Volunteers are essential to the important work of KLFS. Please visit our website - www.kawarthalakesfoodsource.ca – to learn more about Kawartha Lakes Food Source.
The Salvation Army, 42 Bond Street W, Fenelon Falls will be holding Baby Song – a 9 week program held Tuesday mornings 10:00 am – 11:30 am for parents/caregivers and their babies 0 – 12 months. Learn songs & games for baby, learn new skills – infant massage, making baby food. Enjoy a coffee break and meet new friends. Begins February 28 – register now by calling 705-887-3031 or email (Enable Javascript to see the email address).
Firefighter’s Trade Show Tuesday February the 28th at the Lindsay Fair grounds from 11am to 8pm . Admission is free but a donation for the
Asperger/Autism Support Group meets @ Parkview Public School,
The Grand Experience Restaurant on
Craig Kielburger, Co Founder of Free the Children and Me to We, is coming to the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay on March 2nd in support of the Boys and Girls Club. Hear Craig’s remarkable story of how he has impacted the world! Find out how one person can cause change! Tickets on sale now at the Boys and Girls Club and Scotiabank. For more info, go to www.bgckl.com or call (705) 324-4493 ext 238
“Heart and Soul”…The Kawartha Lakes Singers are excited to present their annual spring concert on Friday, March 2nd at 7:30 p.m. at the historic St.Paul’s Anglican Church in Lindsay. This acclaimed choir, directed by Arlene Gray and accompanied by Laurel Robinson-Lachance, has been singing together since the fall 2009. Tickets available at the door, or by email: (Enable Javascript to see the email address)
Annual United Way of Kawartha Lakes Fun Curling Bonspeil- Saturday, March 3, At the Lindsay Curling Club. $50 per person or $200 for a team of 4 and includes two 6 end games of curling, lunch and dinner, draw prizes and loonie auction. Come out for a fun day of curling. Registrations now being accepted. Call 705-878-5081.
Omemee Children’s Centre is celebrating St Patrick’s Day early, with a fundraising concert. Eileen Hennessey will open for The Sheridan Band Sat. March 3rd. Tickets are $15 each are available by calling (705) 799-7924 or at the door.
Chair manufacturer, Holsag Canada , is hosting a public sale on Saturday, March 3, in partnership with Don Corneil Autioneering Services with proceeds going to the United Way Kawartha Lakes 1241 Salem Road Britain
Kawartha Lakes Haliburton 4-H Association Club Sign Up is Sunday, March 4th, from 1-3 p.m. at I.E.
The City of
holding the first team captain’s rally of 2012 on Monday, March 5th at Loblaws, 400 Kent
Street West in Lindsay. The rally will take place in the meeting room (upstairs) and will
start at 6pm. All team members are welcome to attend; this is an opportunity to find out
about this year’s event which is Friday, June 8th. For more information on Relay for Life or the Team Captain’s Rally please contact Christine Perry, event Chair, at 705-799-0216 or email (Enable Javascript to see the email address)
Big Buck Bid Euchre Coboconk Legion Wednesday March 7th. Play starts at 11am. $10.00 p.p. includes lunch
Breastfeeding dinner and drop-in sessions are being offered each month at the Ontario Early Years Centre in Lindsay. Pregnant couples, single parents and breastfeeding families are invited to come on out and share a light meal and have a discussion on getting breastfeeding started and how breastfeeding meets the needs of the baby as she/he grows.
Bobcaygeon Legion, Full
Next one March 9th 11:30. Info 705-738-2710
The Amsoil Kawartha Cup Snowmobile races return to the Lindsay
Exhibition. March 10th & 11th… CSRA has brought in the Snow Guns and is making additional snow to ensure a GREAT Race Weekend!! See the “Rockstar Energy” Pro Open racers and Freestyle Team get over
Would your child like to learn all about horses? Have 2 riding lessons each day from experienced “A” Circuit instructors? Take art lessons from a qualified artist and much more?! Register today for Springwood Stables “March Break Camp”, for ages 6 to 13. It’s so affordable! Just $250 dollars per child – including FREE before and after care. Springwood Stables: they love horses as much as you do! Elm
The
St. Patrick's Day tea, Sat. March 17th
The Evening of Excellence is Friday, March 30th at the Victoria Park Armoury to recognize excellence in the community. Tickets for the event are $100 or $750 for a table of 8.
Registration is available online. For info call the Lindsay Chamber of Commerce at 705-324-2393.
It’s the Elvis story as you’ve never heard it before; told through the eyes of Colonel Tom Parker: the man who managed Elvis’s entire career on a handshake. World champion Elvis tribute artist, Roy Leblanc, delivers explosive musical performances from the very early days all the way to Vegas. Blue Suede Shoes playing Saturday March 31st at the Academy Theatre in Lindsay. For tickets call 705-324-91-11 or online at academytheatre.ca
The 4th annual "Score ONE For the TEAM" charity basketball tournament, in
Four cast-members of the legendary British TV series, Coronation Street will be at Lindsay’s Academy Theatre with Tales From the Street, on Sunday April 1 at 2PM. Audience members will see these familiar faces of Britain's longest running soap, spilling the secrets and gossip about their characters, the behind the scenes antics, and their lives on and off the small screen. A special segment of the show will allow audience members to ask their questions about the
residents of
followed by prime front seats for the main event. Tickets at the Box office (705) 324-9111 or visit www.academytheatre.ca
Bobcaygeon Legion Special Event. The Robbin Hawkins Band, Tattoo Love Child, Son of Ronnie Hawkins. Sat. April 21st at 8 p.m. Admisssion $15. Info Call 705-738-2710. Age of majority event
Pancake breakfast on Good Friday, April 6th, from 8 am to 10 am at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
Lindsay Mom2Mom sale Sat April 7th from 10 am to 1 pm at the Victoria Park Armoury in support of the KLFS and the BGCKL. Easter Egg Hunt from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. The website is www.lindsaymom2momsale.com for more information.
The Kawartha Lakes MS Walk is in Lindsay on Sun. April 22nd the Kawartha with the start and finish at LCVI. Sign up at www.mswalk.ca
Back by popular demand, the
