The 3rd Annual Carleton Place Winter Carnival is a day full of FREE, family winter fun! Join s on February 21 at 8am for the beginning of the festivities.

There will be a Merchant Market where you can get a pancake breakfast from 9am-2pm in the gymnasium at Carleton Place High School! Admission is FREE! The Winter Carnival Merchant Market is a place where vendors gather to show off their newest products and services.  With 50 vendors, there is sure to be a WIDE selection of wares for everyone to see!

Chill’s Funland is a place where children and families can get warm and participate in activites that will warm the body and heart. Open from 10am-2pm dont miss out on the Carnival Games, Ice sculptures, or Miss Teen Eastern Ontario and Miss Teen Canada International.

Come to the Winter Fun Pavillion and go for a dog sled ride, or enjoy one of the many activities going on, or get down at the Ápres Ski Outdoor Dance.

So much to see and do all day long, don’t miss out!

For more information visit the Carleton Place Winter Carnival website.

Come to the village of Westport, Ontario for the Thanksgiving Weekend Oct 11,12,13, 2014 – Sat, Sun & Mon for an exclusive tour of our local art studios. Every year Westport hosts the Fall Colours Studio Tour, an occasion to view collections from our local artists right in their own art studios.

All tours are conducted from 10 am – 5 pm and include 10 Distinctive Studios and 32 Outstanding Artists. Speak with the artists about their pieces and process. This will be an art tour that promises more than just simply viewing the works, but interactivity as well.

You will discover an exciting and eclectic range of juried, quality original work. Indulge in fall’s brilliant colours as you tour from studio to studio. Use our map to choose your own starting point and watch for the signs.

Westport is located 90 min. southwest of Ottawa and 30 min. north of the 401 at Kingston.

For more information contact Diane Black 613 273 0929 hookedonthelake@kingston.net or visit our new website www.westportstudiotour.com.

Cobra Pools and Spas presents Hydropool’s Hot Tub & Swim Spa sale this weekend at Barons Inn in Carleton Place. Receive thousands of dollars in savings when you buy one of Hydropool’s endless pools or hot tubs. Come browse the largest display of hot tubs and swim spas in the region, check out the selection of salt water and self cleaning models available. 

To find the best hot tub or endless pool for you visit the Hydropool website and read their hot tub and swim spa guide. You can even read about their products and services.

These savings are available this weekend ONLY,  so don’t miss your chance to save up to $3,000 from Thursday, May 29, to Sunday, June 1. 

Take advantage of HUGE additional savings on tubs and swim spas when you downlaod the coupon. Don’t delay, come see the huge selection of hot tubs and lap pools available from Hydropool at huge discounts! Admission and Parking are FREE!!!!

This Sunday, March 16, come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beckwith Fire Department. A panel discussion will take place regarding the history of the Beckwith Fire Department and its development to date. Sponsored by the Beckwith Heritage Committee Light Refreshments Provided.

This is a great opportunity to appreciate those who have dedicated their lives to your safety. Come to the Beckwith Fire Hall at 1654 9th Line in Beckwith.

Doors open at 2pm.

For more information call 613-257-1539.

Please feel free to join the residents of Carleton Place Terrace for an afternoon spring themed party beginning at 2pm in our main lobby.

For more information call Liz Taylor at 613 253 7360.

On Tuesday, March 18, we’re having a men’s social. Please feel free to join the men of Carleton Place Terrace for an afternoon of socializing. The fun begins at 2 PM in our main lobby.

For more information call us at  613 257 7360.

See you there!

The Carleton Place Public Library presents “Mystic Drumz & the Legend of Marshmallow Island,” on Thursday, March 13th, at 10am at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium.

This will be a fun family event, full of world music and fascinating instruments.

Tickets are on sale now at the library for $3 each, and will be available at the door for $4 each.

Hurry, they’ll go fast!

Come and join us on November 23 from 9am-2pm for a great local cause. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Lanark County Interval House and browse our 50+ tables of gently used goods at the Carleton Place Arena.

We’ll be selling used toys, books , movies, games and much more. Local artisans and businesses will be showcasing their talents and products as well. The first 100 customers will receive a box full of goodies from local businesses and organizations.

This is a free community event. Egg Nog will be served all day long too.

If you wish to have a table to sell items contact us at creative.minds@live.ca, tables are $15.

Show your holiday spirit this year by supporting a great local cause while finding gently used treasures.

This coming November 9 from 10am-5pm Carleton Place welcomes you to the art show and sale of local artists’ installments.

Meet the artists in their studios or at local arts related businesses in the town of Carleton Place, and discuss their works and art history. A variety of media will be on display including pottery, painting, glass, encaustic, photography and more.

For more information visit:
carletonplacearttourandsale.wordpress.com

Tour maps are available at CP Chamber of Commerce 132 Coleman Street Surrounding Memories 77A Bridge Street Brush Strokes 129 Bridge Street

Looking for great original artwork at very affordable prices. Art In the Attic features works in all media by members of the Almonte and Area Artists’ Assoc. taking place April 27-29, 2012. (Friday 7-9pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-4pm)

Event takes place at the Almonte Old Town Hall located at 14 Bridge St.