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Heart Jam tickets on sale – Show on February 7

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Next month country music lovers will flock to Carleton Place to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Ron McMunn Country Music Heart Jam.

The annual fundraising event for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute takes place in the upper hall of the Neelin Street Community Centre (arena) on Sunday, Feb. 7 from 2 to 8 p.m. Doors open at 1 p.m.

With close to two-dozen country musicians from across Lanark County and eastern Ontario performing, “it is a good show,” he continued, “and people know we try to do everything in a professional way.” White noted the event is also a dance.

The late Ottawa Valley music legend Ron McMunn, nicknamed the Silver Fox, started the event. “He was aided by the late Gary Spicer, a member of Family Brown,” White said. “I had the honour of working with Gary many years ago when George Jones came to Carleton Place.”

McMunn, from Clayton, was inducted into the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame in 1986. An inspiration to many, for a half-century he entertained millions of fans across Canada and the United States. In 2007 McMunn passed away from pancreatic cancer.

Before changing venues, moving to the community centre, the Ron McMunn Country Music Heart Jam was held for years at the local Army Navy & Air Force Club.

In addition to White, the other members of the organizing committee are Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn, Lee Hodgkinson, Charlie Kitts and Judi Moffatt.

“Lee was a member of Smokey Rose with Darlene Thibault,” White said, “and Darlene used to be a member of the organizing committee, but she took a job in western Canada and is no longer involved.”

Other performers to grace the stage: Ray and Glen Adams, Cheryl Adrain Derman, Gord Barnes, Ed Bowes, Andy Clarke, Don Cochrane, Fred Ducharme, Bruce Golden, Howard Hayes, Dusty King Jr., Judi Moffatt, Marty McTiernan, Barry and Brad Munro, Don O’Neill, Unwound, Neville Wells and Dennis Whitty.

“It is a great lineup of entertainers – the best in the Ottawa Valley,” White said.

Inducted into the Ottawa Valley Hall of Fame: Hayes (1992), Wells (1994), Clarke (2002), Cochrane (2005), Ray and Glen (2005), Golden (2007), Ducharme (2010) and King (2012).

“Clarke, Ducharme, Hayes and O’Neill played with the Fox years ago,” White said.

Andy Bowes, a member of Carleton Place’s Bowes Brothers, leads the stage band. Wade Foster, Mark Lemieux, Brian Ostrom, Brad Scott and Maureen Young join him.

Food and refreshments will be available during the event, with Waterfall Catering serving up Dave Kleiboer’s famous roast beef on a bun as well as tea, coffee, desserts and more. The town will operate the bar, which opens at 1 p.m. and the Carleton Place & District Civitan Club are handling the 50/50 draw.

“They get the proper licenses,” White said, “and whatever they make they donate back.”

“There will also be some door prizes,” he added. T-shirts will be on sale to commemorate the show’s quarter century. “Again, all proceeds will be directed to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute,” White said.

Tickets, which went on sale on Monday, Jan. 11, are $15 each, and they are available at the following locations: Carleton Place Town Hall, Temptations (Carleton Place), John’s Barber Shop (Kemptville), Mark’s Cobbler Shop (Perth), Naismith Sports Pub (Almonte) and Nicholson’s Sundries (Pakenham).

Tickets must be purchased in advance,” White said, “and there is a limited quantity – 400.” Guests are encouraged to make a donation during the show. Pledge forms will be available and tax receipts are available.

Too, “if anyone wants to make a $100 donation to sponsor one of the entertainers, you get an income tax receipt from the University of Ottawa Heart Institute,” White said. The Neelin Street Community Centre boasts plenty of free parking, an elevator for people with accessibility issues, and an ATM machine in the main lobby.

For more information about the Ron McMunn Country Music Heart Jam, call White at 613-253-5046 or Flynn at 613-257-4748.

Family Day in Canada – Febryary 15th

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Family Day is observed in the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan on the 15th of February. In British Columbia, Family Day falls on the second Monday of February. Family Day gives families the chance to spend time together. This holiday celebrates the importance of families and family life to people and their communities.

Activities to discover during that day…

On Family Day, many people plan and take part in activities aimed at the whole family. These include visiting art exhibitions, watching movies, skating on outdoor ice rinks, playing board games and taking part in craft activities.

As the weather is usually very cold in February, hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies are popular snacks. Other people use the long weekend as an opportunity for a short winter break or to travel to visit family members or friends.

Public Life

In the provinces of Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia many people have a day off work and schools are generally closed on Family Day. Many businesses and organizations are closed, but post offices may be open. Public transport services may run to their usual or reduced timetables.

In the province of Manitoba, the third Monday of February is a general holiday, known as Louis Riel Day. Many people have a day off work and school and many businesses, organizations and stores are closed. In some communities, stores are open after noon. Public transport services may run to Sunday or holiday timetables. In rural areas, there may be no services.

Background history of the « family day »

Family Day was first held in Canada in the province of Alberta in 1990. It is supposed to reflect the values of family and home that were important to the pioneers who founded Alberta, and give workers the opportunity to spend more time with their families. Family Day was introduced in Saskatchewan in 2007 and in Ontario in 2008. British Columbia observes Family Day as a statutory holiday for the first time in 2013. One of the reasons for introducing Family Day was that there was a long period when there were no holidays from New Year’s Day until Good Friday.

 

TAKE BACK THE NIGHT

Take-Back-The-NightFor the past several years Carleton Place has been host to one of the most well-attended rural Take Back the Night Marches in Canada. Even on the soggiest of nights local residents turn out with their banners and noise-makers in record numbers. All to demand that a womanʼs right to walk our streets safely be upheld.

This year’s event will be held on Thursday, September 25th. The gathering begins at 6:30 in the park behind Carleton Place town hall, with the rally and march set to begin at 7pm. This is a family friendly event for all to join!! We hope to see you there!! For inquiries, contact the Public Education Coordinator at 613-257-3469 ext 63. or visit www.lcih.org/events

The Take Back The Night, march, an event that focuses on ending violence against women. Take Back the Night events take place across North America. They are designed to raise the awareness of safety issues for women and children. This march protests harassment, sexual abuse, and assault.

 

 

Date: September 24th 2015
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Place: Carleton Place Town Hall
Cost: FREE

Farm Day at the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market

Farm DayAugust 8 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Meet local farmers and their animals.

Fun for young and old learning about farming in Lanark County. At the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market.

Info: 613.257.1976 or www.cpfm.ca

10th Annual BIA Bridge Street Bazaar in Carleton Place

August 1 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 10th Annual Bridge Street Bazaar will showcase the center of this colourful and historical town, including a sidewalk shop with over a hundred vendors. Visitors can Meet Us “Downtown” On the Mississippi, have the opportunity to shop, enjoy some great local entertainment and eat at waterfront pubs and restaurants.

The entire downtown section of Bridge Street will be shut off to vehicular traffic, making way for a pedestrian-friendly area where both vendors and merchants alike can display and sell their products. The full-day schedule of the sidewalk sale includes various activities and attractions – including some of Carleton Place’s finest musicians, mascots and dancers.

This family fun event offers something for even our youngest visitors – petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and balloon animals are among the many activates that will delight the young and young at heart. The sound of pop, rock and country will fill the air as spectators enjoy a full day of live local entertainment. Entertainment in the downtown market full of variety, and best of all, free of charge!

With community groups, restaurants and arts programs all coming together for the day, visitors will truly be able to immerse themselves in the culture of Carleton Place, discovering all that our great town has to offer. When the BIA works together with the Carleton Place community, great events are born that work to unify the people and develop a community’s attraction and overall spirit.

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What’s NEW this year? Final details are being ironed out for an exciting addition to the annual event so stay tuned to the website for updates.

Registration is now open for vendors at the 2015 BIA Bridge Street Bazaar. The cost is $30 for a 10′ x 10′ space.

All registration forms must be received by July 24 at 4pm

If you have any questions regarding the Bridge Street Bazaar, please contact Cathie McOrmond at (613) 257-8049 or emailcmcormond@carletonplace.ca.

Saturdays, Carleton Place Farmers’ Market August 2015

carleton-place-farmers-market-eastern-ontario-lgSaturdays, Carleton Place Farmers’ Market

August 1 @ 9:00 am – August 29 @ 1:00 pm

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the market offers a wide variety of produce, artisans and local specialities at Market Square.

Info: 613.257.1976 or www.cpfm.ca

Our Mission

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By fostering engagement and relationship among market goers and local environmentally responsible food producers, the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market increases access to and awareness of local and seasonal food. Here we will consciously offer fresh food options that are as healthy for the people who eat them as for the ground in which they are grown.

Our hope is to create a unique experience in our downtown area for all who shop here.

Meet the Executive

George Dallaire
Scott Dunlop
Francois Maltais – secretary/treasurer
Gwen Thirlwall – president

History

The Carleton Place Farmers’ Market opened its doors in 1991 with a couple of farmers. Since then and after many different locations the farmers’ market is proud to call Market Square its new home. The market is also proud that it still has one of its founders still selling at this year’s market.

Partners

What would we be without our community partners? The Carleton Place Farmers Market continues to successfully join forces with the Carleton Place and District Chamber of Commerce, the BIA and the Town of Carleton Place to provide special events and local activities that promote our community and bring awareness to the importance of “buying local.”

Contact Us

Carleton Place Farmers’ Market
Cpfarmersmarket@yahoo.ca
(613)809-0660 or Face Book us.

Visit Us

7 Beckwith St. (corner of Lake Ave.) in Carleton Place
Saturdays from 8:30 – 12:30 (May – Oct)

Carleton Place Farmers’ Market


carleton-place-farmers-market-eastern-ontario-lgJuly 4 @ 9:00 am
 – July 25 @ 1:00 pm

Saturdays, Carleton Place Farmers’ Market

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the market offers a wide variety of produce, artisans and local specialities at Market Square.

Info: 613.257.1976 or www.cpfm.ca

3rd Annual Carleton Place Winter Carnival

Poster2015-small versionThe 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.