There’s always something going on around here—and sometimes the most interesting things are the ones you never saw coming. From community events and local gatherings to familiar faces, new happenings and the occasional bit of delightful nonsense, Hometown Happenings is your weekly wander through what’s happening close to home.
At the end of each listing, you’ll find a little historical detour that proves our communities have never been short on surprises. So settle in, have a look around and remember—sometimes the best community events are hiding right outside your own front door.
Have a local event, gathering, fundraiser or community happening you’d like to share? Send the details to lseccaspina@pdgmedia.ca and we’ll do our best to include it in the next edition of Hometown Happenings. Published every week and organized alphabetically by region—because a little order makes finding your next adventure that much easier!
Hometown Happenings Sept. 24 and more …
Carleton Place events
Free Try Curling Night: Ready to slide into something new? Grab your friends and give curling a whirl Sept. 29, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Place Curling Club, 120 Patterson Cres. All you need is a clean pair of running shoes and warm clothes. The bar will also be open for snacks and drinks—because every new sport deserves refreshments! For more information, email manager@cpcurling.ca.
2026 Municipal All-Candidates Event: The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Lanark and Leeds 88.1 myFM/92.3 WOWFM, will host a non-partisan municipal all-candidates event Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at the Carleton Place Arena Upper Hall, 75 Neelin Street. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the event running from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Eleven certified candidates are seeking five councillor positions, giving residents and members of the local business community an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates seeking to represent them for the next term of council.
Pumpkinfest: The three-day festival returns to downtown Carleton Place Oct. 2 to 4, 2026, bringing fall fun, family activities, entertainment and community spirit. Friday night kicks things off, with plenty more happening throughout the weekend. Skip the parking hassle and spend the day enjoying Pumpkinfest. From 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., shuttles run from RONA Carleton Place to Joe Mamma Cycles, just steps from Carleton Junction.
Movie Night at Braumeister Brewing Co.: The classic spooky adventure The Mummy hits the screen Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Head to 19 Moore St. for the movie, popcorn and—because no good movie night should require you to survive on popcorn alone—a food truck. There will also be $6 pints. Come for the movie, stay for the beer and try not to wake anything that has been sleeping for 3,000 years.
Autumn Harvest Country Show & Dance: Get your boots ready for an autumn afternoon of country fun! If your idea of a perfect Sunday involves guitars, fiddles, country music and perhaps a little dancing that your knees may later question, head to the Carleton Place Arena Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1 to 5 p.m. Live music features Gord Barnes, Andy Bowes, Wade Foster, Brad Bunno, Yvan Pettit and Mark Lemieux, with Rob Dodge as MC. Valley Heritage Radio will be on hand, with music supplied by MRT Sound and Production. Tickets are $25, with the afternoon supporting Home Hospice North Lanark. Tickets are available at Burns Jewellers in Carleton Place and Perth and Nicholson’s Sundries in Pakenham. For ticket information, contact Bob White at 613-229-0043 or Sharon Sinfield at 613-451-0150.
Harvest the Holidays Craft Market: It may only be October, but why wait until December to start panicking about Christmas shopping? Head out Sunday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1702 9th Line for a festive one-stop shopping adventure featuring more than 20 local vendors selling handmade goodies and unique treasures. There will also be face painting for the kids, weather permitting, and plenty of parking. Cash only.
Carleton Place Youth Centre Used Book Sale: The Youth Centre is holding its second Used Book Sale, with books for all ages and genres. All money raised goes directly back into Youth Centre programs supporting young people in the community. There’s no set price—everything is by donation. Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market, 7 Beckwith St.
Sew ’N’ Sews: The group meets every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon at Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin Street. It’s a drop-in craft group where knitting, crochet, quilting, chatting and creative projects are all welcome. Bring along whatever you’re currently working on. There’s tea and treats midmorning, because apparently every good crafting session needs a snack break.
Family Dance with The Rockphiles: Get ready to dance, laugh and possibly embarrass the teenagers! Friday, Oct. 9, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Zion-Memorial United Church. The Rockphiles will provide the music, while pizza, beer, wine and soda keep everyone fuelled for the dance floor. Admission is $20 for adults; those under 18 are free. Tickets are available at the door. For more information, email office@zion-memorial.ca.
Seniors’ Appreciation Day & Fall Colours Tour: Friday, Oct. 2, hop aboard the school bus for a scenic adventure to Calabogie! Ride the chairlift up the mountain, take in those spectacular fall colours from above, then head to MacLaren Orchards for fresh local apples and a taste of the season. Cost is $15, including bus transportation and admission. Departures are at 9 a.m. from Carleton Place and 9:30 a.m. from Almonte, with return at approximately 3 p.m. Register by Sept. 28. Email VBOVA@carebridge.ca or call 613-256-1031 ext. 216.
Carleton Place Water Dragons: Registration is open to swimmers of all levels who can swim one pool length unassisted. Competitive swimming, Masters for adults, Junior 1 and Youth Conditioning programs are available. Register at www.cpwd.ca or email cpwd.registrar@gmail.com.
Welcome to the Kiwanis Family: There’s a new group of community-minded folks in town, and they’re already proving that helping kids is serious business—but it doesn’t have to be serious fun! The Carleton Place & Mississippi Mills Kiwanis Club has officially formed, joining the Kiwanis family of volunteers focused on children’s health, nutrition, education, literacy and youth leadership. Locally, the new club is looking for people who want to make a difference in the lives of children in Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills. After all, the community doesn’t build itself—and somebody has to organize the barbecue. Contact kiwaniscpmm@gmail.com.
Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum: Don’t forget to catch local cyber-antiquarian Adin Daigle Sept. 27! Step Back in Time: Carleton Place’s Early Drug Store is a fascinating presentation celebrating World Pharmacists Day. Discover the medicines, remedies and businesses that served our community once upon a time. Fall hours are Wednesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is closed Sunday through Tuesday.
A Day to Remember, Learn and Gather: Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m., join the community at Riverside Park (Misi Zibi Mamidosewin—The Gathering Place), 273 Lake Ave. West, for the dedication and ceremony of the Four Directions Stones, an installation honouring the Algonquin people. It will be a meaningful day of recognition and learning, with opportunities to sing, drum, learn and remember together. Everyone is welcome. Bring a lawn chair if you’d like to sit—and perhaps leave room for a little reflection.
The Station Active Living Centre: Age 55 to 105? Drop by The Station Active Living Centre at 132 Coleman St. in Carleton Place. “The Station,” as it is commonly referred to, is the hub for seniors to stay active, connected and engaged. Follow stationactivelivingcentre on Facebook to find out more.
Foundry Trivia Night: Think you know everything? Excellent. Come prove it—or discover that your brain has been storing completely useless information instead. Foundry Trivia Night is Sept. 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Foundry Coffee Bar. Bring friends, bragging rights and your most dangerously confident answers.
Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday is a good day for fresh food, local treasures and pretending you only came for vegetables. The Farmers’ Market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Market Square Pavilion. Shop local, meet the people who grow and make the good stuff, and leave with considerably more than you planned.
Bingo: Carleton Place Navy League Bingo is held Thursday evenings at the corps located across from St. Mary’s parking lot. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. and runs until approximately 9:30 p.m. Civitan Bingo is held every Tuesday night at the Carleton Place Arena. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
Community meals: Tuesdays mean it’s time for the Carleton Place Community Lunch Program at noon, hosted in the Upper Hall at Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin Street. Fellowship, free food and friendship! Every Wednesday means a free continental breakfast at St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmond Street, Carleton Place, from 8 to 10 a.m.
Did you know? Medicinal Trees: Hackberry Park on Mill Street holds the largest cluster of hackberry trees in eastern Ontario, which aren’t native to the area and were reportedly brought by Indigenous peoples for healing.
Kemptville events
Oktoberfest is Coming: Dust off the lederhosen and prepare your best “Prost!” Kemptville Oktoberfest takes over the W.B. George Centre, 48 Shearer Street, Saturday, Oct. 3 at noon. Come for the fun, stay for the dancing!
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony: The North Grenville Indigenous Advisory Circle and council will host a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation gathering Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at noon at Mino-jichaag Mtigwaaki, 241 Honour Way, Ferguson Forest Centre. This family-friendly outdoor event will offer an afternoon of reflection and community connection, featuring speakers, traditional drumming, food and opportunities to come together. Donations will be accepted to help support the continued expansion of the site.
Kemptville Farmers’ Market: Sundays are market days in Kemptville! Wander through 200 Sanders St. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for local produce, tempting baked goods, handmade treasures and friendly vendors—all season long.
Thanksgiving Shopping Without the Turkey Stress: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m., head to the Municipality of North Grenville, 44 Leeds and Grenville 44, for 40 local vendors, plenty of handmade treasures and free admission. Come browse—you’ll probably find something you didn’t know you needed!
Time to Journal Your Way Into Fall: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 3 p.m. at Saltastic Salt Rooms & Wellness Spa. Bring your thoughts, dreams and perhaps a little emotional baggage. Coach Bona Normandeau leads this $30 fall reset!
Kemptville Legion Pipes & Drums: The band is recruiting—because apparently making noise in a kilt is a skill society still desperately needs. No experience required, just enthusiasm, rhythm and a willingness to learn. Contact kemptvillelegionpipeband@gmail.com.
More Knitting: Beginners to experienced knitters get together in the Tallman Program Room of the North Grenville Library to share ideas, patterns and companionship. For more information, contact Heather at hawhoo@gmail.com.
Kemptville Youth Musical Theatre Company: Something Rotten! features cast members aged 13 to 68. That’s quite a range—and plenty of talent under one roof. The show runs Sept. 26 to Oct. 10 at the Urbandale Arts Centre, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville. Tickets are available at www.kymtc.org.
Kreepy Kemptville 2026: Get ready for a morning of Halloween fun in downtown Kemptville! Kreepy Kemptville returns Saturday, Oct. 24, bringing seasonal activities and community spirit to the historic downtown core. Organized by the Old Town Kemptville BIA, the free event will take place along Prescott Street from 10 a.m. to noon.
Séan McCann & Jeremy Fisher Live: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church, 400 Prescott Street. The kid-friendly concert features Canadian musicians Séan McCann, formerly of Great Big Sea, and singer-songwriter Jeremy Fisher.
Did you know? Early settlers in Kemptville frequently paid their local store bills using wood ashes, which merchants collected and processed into potash to sell for actual goods.
McDonald’s Corners events
Rum Ragged Live at Watson’s Corners Community Hall: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, the hall will welcome Rum Ragged for an evening of live music. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show getting underway at 7:30 p.m.
Friday Night Euchre: Friday nights are for cards and a little friendly competition at Watson’s Corners Community Hall. The cost is $5 per player, and games are held at 1132 3rd Concession Dalhousie. For the latest schedule, call 613-259-5454 or email wcch5454@gmail.com.
McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall: Thursdays: bingo at 7 p.m. all summer. Sundays: Farmers’ Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every other Monday: euchre from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday darts and games run weekly from 7 to 9 p.m.
Annual Fall Agricultural Fair: One of the foundational events of the McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Society takes place Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.
McDonald’s Corners Fall Fair Dinner: Turkey, stuffing and dessert—the holy trinity of fall dining! Join the dinner Sept. 26 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 194 Camerons Rd., McDonald’s Corners. Only 200 tickets are available, so grab yours before the turkey disappears faster than Grandma’s famous gravy.
Did you know? McDonald’s Corners’ oldest standing private building originally served as a general store owned by Edward Johnson. In the early years of the pioneer settlement, Johnson reportedly used a custom sled pulled by Newfoundland dogs to transport supplies and deliver goods through the rugged Canadian winters.
Did you know? Watson’s Corners: Long before it took the name of its first postmaster, William Watson, in 1852, the settlement was known as “Granny Cumming’s Corner,” reportedly named for an elderly Scottish matriarch who arrived in the wilderness around 1820 with her children and grandchildren.
Merrickville events
Got Trees? They Need Help Too: Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Merrickville Legion, learn the secrets of planting and pruning with Donald Telford. It’s free, practical and possibly cheaper than arguing with your backyard maple.
Knitting Happens: Every other Thursday, the Merrickville Public Library becomes the place to be for knitters and crocheters. Drop in from 4 to 8 p.m., bring your project and stitch the evening away with fellow yarn enthusiasts. For more information, call 613-269-3400 or email TakePart@RideauCHS.
Friday, Unwind O’Clock: Every Friday at 2 p.m., the Merrickville Public Library offers free drop-in guided meditation. Learn relaxation and imagery techniques, quiet your mind and give stress the afternoon off. No registration required—arrive 10 minutes early.
Fall For Merrickville — Thanksgiving Market & Fair: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Heritage Stables. The outdoor festival along the Rideau River features more than 100 vendors, a pancake breakfast, petting zoo and Musical Ride performances.
The Dogs Are Back! — Take Two: Paws, costumes and a little friendly competition are coming to the Merrickville Legion Saturday, Oct. 17. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the main show getting underway at noon. There will be a barbecue, plenty of canine competition and, of course, a best costume category. Because apparently our four-legged friends have decided they deserve trophies too!
Spirit Photography Seminar: Head to Centennial Hall Oct. 1 for Ghost Revelations: Adventures of a Technical Medium by Cameron Bagg. The evening explores the mysterious world of spirit photography and the techniques used to capture those things that apparently don’t show up in your regular family snapshots. Bring your curiosity, your camera—and possibly a friend who is faster than you when it comes to running from ghosts. The seminar runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at 43 Park Street. Tickets are $15.
Rum Ragged Live at The Pews: Rum Ragged takes the stage at The Pews, 100 Saint Lawrence Street, Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Halloween Masquerade Ball: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, starting at 7 p.m. at Chateau Mille Fleurs, 14362 County Road 15. The indoor nighttime masquerade features live musical entertainment, food trucks and a cash bar. The event is geared toward adults and couples and is not suitable for children.
Did you know? The Dr. Who Phone Box: An authentic red British telephone box stands on a side path in Merrickville, and its payphone is reported to still work.
Mississippi Mills events
Crown and Pumpkin Studio Tour: Thirty years of art, craft and pumpkin magic! The tour returns Oct. 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., winding through Almonte, Clayton and Mississippi Mills. With 16 stops and more than 40 creators, there’s plenty to discover—and probably something you’ll want to take home.
A High Tea with a Purpose: Grace & Eternal Hope Churches are putting the kettle on for a High Tea Saturday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Clayton Hall. For $25 per person, enjoy tea, tasty treats and good company in support of the Lanark County Foodbank. Tickets are cash only and can be purchased at Temptations Bookstore in Carleton Place, Baker Bob’s in Almonte or the Clayton General Store. Tables of eight can be booked by emailing truladyhardy@storm.ca.
Knitting & Crochet Group: Drop-in sessions are held at the Mississippi Mills Public Library Almonte branch. Contact the library for information.
Seniors’ Appreciation Day & Fall Colours Tour: Friday, Oct. 2, hop aboard the school bus for a scenic adventure to Calabogie. Cost is $15, including bus transportation and admission. Departures are at 9 a.m. from Carleton Place and 9:30 a.m. from Almonte. Return is approximately 3 p.m. Register by Sept. 28. Email VBOVA@carebridge.ca or call 613-256-1031 ext. 216.
Charity Soup Bowl: Soup for the soul and a bowl to take home! The Charity Soup Bowl brings warm soup, community spirit and a good cause together Sept. 26 at 11:30 a.m. or 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $30. Call 613-256-5959. Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St., Almonte.
Honouring the Sacred Circle: A Two Spirit Journey: Sept. 29, 2026, at the Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte Branch. Presented by Mississippi Mills All My Relations ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. An opportunity to listen, learn, reflect and honour stories and experiences that deserve to be heard.
Home Hospice North Lanark Seeks Board Directors: Home Hospice North Lanark is looking to fill the positions of two board directors who are completing their two-year terms. Call Jan Watson at 613-406-7020.
October Community Luncheon: Thursday, Oct. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Almonte Civitan Community Hall, 500 Almonte Street. The meal includes a ham slider, turkey slider, coleslaw, soup, apple pie and coffee or tea. Tickets are $24, including HST, and must be purchased in advance at Baker Bob’s or online. There will also be a cash bar, because apparently soup and apple pie deserve a little adult supervision.
Welcome to the Kiwanis Family: The Carleton Place & Mississippi Mills Kiwanis Club has officially formed and is looking for community-minded people interested in supporting children in Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills. Contact kiwaniscpmm@gmail.com.
Almonte Farmers’ Market: Saturdays beside the Almonte library at 155 High St. The outdoor market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. throughout the season. The 2026 market season runs to Thanksgiving weekend. More information is available at almontefarmersmarket.com.
Poppies: Volunteers are needed to help the Poppy Project reach this year’s goal of 7,000 handmade poppies. Drop-off deadline is Oct. 5. Questions? Contact Mary Rozenberg at mary@interlinkx.com.
Community Breakfast: Join St. George’s Anglican Church in Clayton for breakfast Saturdays, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at 2786 County Road, Clayton. Free-will donations.
Métis Kitchen Party: Live music, dinner and dancing are on the menu Friday, Oct. 2, with Amanda Rheaume, the Mamawin’ Town Band, Métis dancers, Jason Lepine and Lionel Descharmes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with music from 6 to 11 p.m. or later at the Agricultural Hall, Almonte Fairgrounds. Tickets: reconciliationthroughart.ca.
Chair Yoga: Because sometimes the body wants to exercise, but the knees have filed a formal complaint. Join Darlene Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. at Stan Mills Lounge in Almonte for gentle movement, stretching and better balance.
A Meal for All: Come for a hot, free breakfast every Thursday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at 111 Church Street, Almonte.
Civitan Radio Bingo: Tune in to 88.1 myFM Tuesdays at 6:10 p.m. A $10 card gets you nine faces, with a $2,500 prize board and a $1,200 jackpot. Call 613-264-8811 and say “Bingo” when the automated attendant answers.
Bingo Night: Every Wednesday at the Almonte Civitan Community Hall, 500 Almonte Street. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the first game at 6:30 p.m.
Newfoundland Night: Oct. 24 from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Almonte Civitan Community Hall, with dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 including HST and are available in advance only at Bob’s, Nicholson’s in Pakenham or almontecivitan.com/shop.
Did you know? Dr. James Naismith, inventor of basketball, and Robert Tait McKenzie, a renowned sculptor and physical education pioneer, both grew up in the Mississippi Mills area and attended school together.
Pakenham events
Carp Fair 2026: Sept. 24 to 27, where your favourite Mount Pakenham staff will host a booth.
Did you know? The Pakenham General Store operates out of an original stone building dating back to the 1840s and is described as one of Canada’s oldest continuously operating general stores.
Perth events
Knitting Happens Every Wednesday: Bring your knitting, crochet or felting project and join fellow crafty souls at the Perth Union Library Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon in the Marguerite Frizell Program Room.
Film Club Fridays: Hosted by Studio Theatre Perth, the TIFF Film Circuit group is a fundraiser for the Perth & District Library. Screenings are on select Fridays at 2 and 7 p.m. Regular admission is $15 at the door.
McMartin House: Seniors looking for something to do can visit McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E., for bridge, dancing, yoga, crafts, rug hooking, book clubs, stamp collecting and friendship groups. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Perth Farmers’ Market: Saturdays at Crystal Palace, 31 Basin Ln. The outdoor market runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the season, with the 2026 season continuing to Thanksgiving weekend.
Perth All-Candidates Event: The Perth & District Chamber of Commerce will hold an all-candidates event Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Studio Theatre Perth, 63 Gore St. E. The free public event will give residents an opportunity to hear from candidates for mayor, deputy mayor and council.
Seize the Day Country Music Dance: Dust off your dancing boots and get ready for country music, two-stepping and good old-fashioned fun at the Civitan Club of Perth Saturday, Sept. 26. The dance will raise funds to support epilepsy programs.
Perth Museum: The museum has shifted to its fall and winter hours of Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Perth Comicon: Calling all comic book lovers, sci-fi fans, pop-culture enthusiasts and aspiring superheroes! Perth Comicon takes over the Perth Lions Club Saturday, Oct. 24, for a day celebrating all things fandom.
Honor Our Veterans Banner Program Weekend & Legion Parade: Saturday, Sept. 26, Perth pays tribute to veterans. Come out to remember, reflect and show appreciation for those who served.
Did you know? The British government established the Perth Military Settlement to house discharged soldiers and create a loyal population inland from the St. Lawrence Valley.
Port Elmsley events
Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre: At this writing, the movie lineup was TBA. Check portelmsleydrivein.com. Gates and the grill open at 7:15 p.m. Come for the movies, stay for the snacks!
Did you know? Early developers built five small locks and a canal system along the Tay River to navigate local rapids and connect to Perth, only for the route to later be bypassed and left to deteriorate.
Rideau Lakes events
Festival of Small Halls: Two Ontario Festival of Small Halls concerts are coming Oct. 5 and 18. On Oct. 5, The Pairs bring their three-part harmonies to Chaffey’s Locks Community Hall. Check the latest festival schedule for Oct. 18 details.
A Walk Through History—Without Leaving Your Chair: Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m., join the Rideau Waterway Land Trust for a free webinar featuring Wendy-Anne Jocko, Jim Stone, Kim Lulashnyk and Ted Stewart, exploring Indigenous trails and the history of the Rideau Lakes area. Contact info@rwlt.org.
Hooks N’ Books: Fridays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Elgin Community Hall. Bring your knitting, crochet or other project for creativity, conversation and probably a few stories about projects that were supposed to be finished months ago!
Rideau Lakes Stitch Social: The local social group for fibre artists hosts informal meetups where members bring knitting, crochet and other projects.
Crosby Flea Market: Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Highways 15 and 42, with antiques, crafts, books, toys, preserves, maple syrup and more.
Delta Harvest Festival: Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Delta Fairgrounds and throughout town. Enjoy local food and craft vendors, a classic car show, live music by Jeff Code and the Silver Wings Band, plus magic shows.
Hike Ontario Summit & Rideau Trail 55th Anniversary: Sept. 25 beginning at 6 p.m. at Westport United Church, 27 Spring Street. Celebrate 55 years of the Rideau Trail Association.
Did you know? Roughly 18,000 years ago during the last Ice Age, the Delta area was buried under nearly two kilometres of glacial ice. The weight pushed the Earth’s crust downward.
Smiths Falls events
Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Center: 61 Cornelia St. W., Smiths Falls, 613-283-4684. Activities include pickleball, euchre, bridge, carpet bowling, cribbage, darts, shuffleboard, dancing, knitting, crocheting, quilting and a potluck every third Thursday.
Fall Fest at Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum: Sunday, Oct. 4, starting at 11 a.m. Family-friendly autumn activities include wagon rides, a petting zoo and a pumpkin carving contest.
Skele-Bration and Mystic Market: Downtown Smiths Falls gets a double dose of spooky fun Saturday, Oct. 24. Skele-Bration runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for young ghouls and their grown-ups, while the Mystic Market runs from 5 to 9 p.m. Browse local vendors, discover mystics and witches, and explore an assortment of unusual treasures.
Craig Cardiff at Bowie’s: Spend your Saturday afternoon with singer-songwriter Craig Cardiff at Bowie’s, 20 Russell Street East, Saturday, Oct. 24 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20.
Smiths Falls Bingo: Smiths Falls Civitan Sunday afternoon bingo features new games and prizes. Doors open at 11 a.m. and play starts at 1 p.m. Effective in October, bingo will be held on the first Sunday of the month.
Did you know? Fort Hemlock: A downtown red-brick building at 28 Beckwith Street South bears a stone marker for “Fort Hemlock.” Local history connects the name to an 1860s property dispute involving a wooden hemlock shack that was later replaced with a brick building.
Westport events
B-I-N-G-O … and maybe a Little Beginner’s Luck: Every Monday night, head to the Westport Legion, 10099 County Road 10. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m., with cash prizes, refreshments and popcorn.
Sit & Stitch: A free weekly crafting circle at the Westport Library for ages eight to adult, welcoming all skill levels to bring projects or learn the basics.
Oktoberfest at The Cove: Dust off your lederhosen and get ready for a lively evening of music, food and Oktoberfest fun! Saturday, Sept. 26 at 5 p.m., The Cove Inn will be transformed into an indoor Oktoberfest celebration. The Brick Haus Polka Band will keep the party moving with traditional polkas given a modern twist, along with familiar pop covers. Add authentic Oktoberfest food and drink specials, and you have all the ingredients for a wonderfully festive night. Reservations are recommended and the cover charge is $25 per person.
Westport Museum: The museum is open until Thanksgiving Sunday, Wednesdays through Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Did you know? The International Buckle Factory: Before Westport became the scenic tourist destination it is today, the west end of the Mill Pond was an industrial hub that briefly housed a buckle factory associated with local resident A.M. Craig before it burned in a 1909 fire.
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