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Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 25 – 27
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 25 – 27
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Ball Hockey and Basketball
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Drop in for a game of supervised ball hockey.
Outdoor Gerry Lowe Rink
Public Swim
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Smiths Falls & District Aquatic Recreation Centre
361 Queen St.
Cost: Regular Drop in prices apply
Shinny Hockey
1:30pm – 3:30pm
Join us at the Youth Arena for Shinny Hockey. $2 person.
A Chillin’ Movie Night for all kids
5:00pm
Join us to watch Zootopia. We’ll have dinner: Chili, bread & butter, milk, apple juice & rice krispie squares. Th movie starts at 6:30. Sponsored by Trinity United Church.
41 Market Street (Downstairs).
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Re-Purposing Craft Workshop
9:30am – 12:30pm
Takes place at the REAL Deal store. Carol Richardson of Heritage Mosaics, Perth will show how to make gifts from glass, tile, china etc. 283.9966 to register
Rideau Ski Club, Ski Swap & Open House
Equipment Drop Off: 9:30am – 12:20pm
Sale and Open House: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Need new ski and snowboard gear? The Rideau Ski Club Open House and Ski Swap and our membership drive kicks off at Sport X – Bikes, Boards & Skis! Become a Rideau Ski Club Member. Purchase a membership to receive great discounts at local hills. Individual: $20; Family: $40.
Merrickville Agricultural Society Christmas Craft Show
10:00am – 4:00pm
The 21st annual Merrickville Agricultural Society Christmas Craft Show will be held on November 26, 2016 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read St. Free admission & parking.
Celebration of Lights Opening Night
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Let the Spirit of the Season embrace you as Victoria Park comes alive with illumination! Join us in Victoria Park as we light over 10,000 lights in 40 displays and the trees. Enjoy free wagon rides, popcorn, cookies, hot chocolate, Timbits and a visit from Santa.Build a Mountain of Food will be on site please bring a non-perishable food item for the van. Free Event; Donations are welcome – donation boxes will be on site. Note: After opening ceremony the lights will remain on till 10:00pm for viewing. For more information contact: info@togethersmithsfalls.com or visit www.togethersmithsfalls.com
Victoria Park Campground, 30 Lombard St.
Public Skating
11:30am – 12:30am
Sponsored by Smiths Falls Recreation Department – $2 per person
Smiths Falls Youth Arena
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
County Fair Mall past and present staff photo this weekend
1:00pm
A past employee at the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls is organizing a photo in front of the mall, that is slated for demolition.
Tracey Merkley would like all mall employees, past and present, to come out for one final photo before the mall closes in the New Year.
She said the idea was just a random idea that has gotten bigger and bigger, and now the picture is set to be taken Sunday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m.
Any of the mall’s staff members, former or current, are welcome to participate in what they hope will be a photo of the mall’s multi-generational workforce.
Merkley says she worked at many different stores in the mall over nearly two decades, just like her mother who worked at the old Zellers store for more than 25 years. She told the Record News, “We’re trying to encourage people to come out and reminisce and get one last photo before they tear the mall down.”
Lyle Dillabough’s The Last of the Good Years
2:00pm
The Last of the Good Years, Lyle Dillabough’s examination of “life, barrooms and small towns in Canada during the 1960s and ’70s,” will be presented at The Station Theatre in Smiths Falls on Sunday, November 27 at 2pm. Based on recollections that Lyle (also known as the Valley Troubadour) wrote down while in hospital after a near-death experience, it will feature live music by area musicians who performed back in the ’60s and ’70s at The Mariner’s Inn, as well as at hotels such as The Arlington, The Rideau and The Russell. All proceeds after expenses will be donated to the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank, and tickets are only $10 at the door (cash only). Doors open at 1:30.
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
smithsfallstheatre.com
Talk: Franklin’s Lost Ships Found
2:00pm
Talk by Jonathan Moore, a member of the Parks Canada Underwater Archaeology Team that discovered the first of Franklin’s lost ships, the HMS Erebus.
In support of the Heritage House Museum.
In 1845, explorer Sir John Franklin set sail from England with two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, in search of a Northwest Passage across what is now Canada’s Arctic. For over 150 years, groups have been sent to the Canadian Arctic in an attempt to learn the fate of the Franklin expedition. In 2014, there was a breakthrough when an expedition led by Parks Canada found the long-lost wreck of HMS Erebus. On September 12 (2016) the wreck of the HMS Terror was discovered 50km away from the wreck of the HMS Erebus. The extraordinary efforts leading to this discovery have brought together government and public, private and non-profit organizations from 2008 to present. The use of both state-of-the-art technology and 19th-century Inuit oral testimony made this historic find possible.
Tickets are going quickly at only $20 per person and are available at Heritage House Museum (11 Old Sly’s Road in Smiths Falls, 283–6311). The museum is open weekdays 10:30am to 4:30pm, weekends noon to 4:30pm.
Smiths Falls Legion
7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls
office95@cogeco.ca
613-283-2690
Public Skating
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Sponsored by Smiths Falls Recreation Department – $2 per person
Smiths Falls Youth Arena
CP Holiday Train
Finch
Location: Tracks adjacent to James Street between Williams Street & George Street
Arrival: 2:30 PM
Event Time: 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Merrickville
Location: 103 East Broadway & Count y Road #2. South side of crossing near Bay Street
Arrival: 4:45 PM
Event Time: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Smiths Falls
Location: Smith Falls Train Station, 63 Victoria St.
Arrival:6:20 PM
Event Time: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Perth
Location: Railway Crossing on South Side of Wilson Street
Arrival: 7:40 PM
Event Time: 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
For more info visit their website:
www.cpr.ca
Posts Tagged ‘Franklin’s Lost Ships Found’
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 25 – 27
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 25 – 27
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Ball Hockey and Basketball
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Drop in for a game of supervised ball hockey.
Outdoor Gerry Lowe Rink
Public Swim
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Smiths Falls & District Aquatic Recreation Centre
361 Queen St.
Cost: Regular Drop in prices apply
Shinny Hockey
1:30pm – 3:30pm
Join us at the Youth Arena for Shinny Hockey. $2 person.
A Chillin’ Movie Night for all kids
5:00pm
Join us to watch Zootopia. We’ll have dinner: Chili, bread & butter, milk, apple juice & rice krispie squares. Th movie starts at 6:30. Sponsored by Trinity United Church.
41 Market Street (Downstairs).
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Re-Purposing Craft Workshop
9:30am – 12:30pm
Takes place at the REAL Deal store. Carol Richardson of Heritage Mosaics, Perth will show how to make gifts from glass, tile, china etc. 283.9966 to register
Rideau Ski Club, Ski Swap & Open House
Equipment Drop Off: 9:30am – 12:20pm
Sale and Open House: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Need new ski and snowboard gear? The Rideau Ski Club Open House and Ski Swap and our membership drive kicks off at Sport X – Bikes, Boards & Skis! Become a Rideau Ski Club Member. Purchase a membership to receive great discounts at local hills. Individual: $20; Family: $40.
Merrickville Agricultural Society Christmas Craft Show
10:00am – 4:00pm
The 21st annual Merrickville Agricultural Society Christmas Craft Show will be held on November 26, 2016 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read St. Free admission & parking.
Celebration of Lights Opening Night
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Let the Spirit of the Season embrace you as Victoria Park comes alive with illumination! Join us in Victoria Park as we light over 10,000 lights in 40 displays and the trees. Enjoy free wagon rides, popcorn, cookies, hot chocolate, Timbits and a visit from Santa.Build a Mountain of Food will be on site please bring a non-perishable food item for the van. Free Event; Donations are welcome – donation boxes will be on site. Note: After opening ceremony the lights will remain on till 10:00pm for viewing. For more information contact: info@togethersmithsfalls.com or visit www.togethersmithsfalls.com
Victoria Park Campground, 30 Lombard St.
Public Skating
11:30am – 12:30am
Sponsored by Smiths Falls Recreation Department – $2 per person
Smiths Falls Youth Arena
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
County Fair Mall past and present staff photo this weekend
1:00pm
A past employee at the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls is organizing a photo in front of the mall, that is slated for demolition.
Tracey Merkley would like all mall employees, past and present, to come out for one final photo before the mall closes in the New Year.
She said the idea was just a random idea that has gotten bigger and bigger, and now the picture is set to be taken Sunday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m.
Any of the mall’s staff members, former or current, are welcome to participate in what they hope will be a photo of the mall’s multi-generational workforce.
Merkley says she worked at many different stores in the mall over nearly two decades, just like her mother who worked at the old Zellers store for more than 25 years. She told the Record News, “We’re trying to encourage people to come out and reminisce and get one last photo before they tear the mall down.”
Lyle Dillabough’s The Last of the Good Years
2:00pm
The Last of the Good Years, Lyle Dillabough’s examination of “life, barrooms and small towns in Canada during the 1960s and ’70s,” will be presented at The Station Theatre in Smiths Falls on Sunday, November 27 at 2pm. Based on recollections that Lyle (also known as the Valley Troubadour) wrote down while in hospital after a near-death experience, it will feature live music by area musicians who performed back in the ’60s and ’70s at The Mariner’s Inn, as well as at hotels such as The Arlington, The Rideau and The Russell. All proceeds after expenses will be donated to the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank, and tickets are only $10 at the door (cash only). Doors open at 1:30.
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
smithsfallstheatre.com
Talk: Franklin’s Lost Ships Found
2:00pm
Talk by Jonathan Moore, a member of the Parks Canada Underwater Archaeology Team that discovered the first of Franklin’s lost ships, the HMS Erebus.
In support of the Heritage House Museum.
In 1845, explorer Sir John Franklin set sail from England with two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, in search of a Northwest Passage across what is now Canada’s Arctic. For over 150 years, groups have been sent to the Canadian Arctic in an attempt to learn the fate of the Franklin expedition. In 2014, there was a breakthrough when an expedition led by Parks Canada found the long-lost wreck of HMS Erebus. On September 12 (2016) the wreck of the HMS Terror was discovered 50km away from the wreck of the HMS Erebus. The extraordinary efforts leading to this discovery have brought together government and public, private and non-profit organizations from 2008 to present. The use of both state-of-the-art technology and 19th-century Inuit oral testimony made this historic find possible.
Tickets are going quickly at only $20 per person and are available at Heritage House Museum (11 Old Sly’s Road in Smiths Falls, 283–6311). The museum is open weekdays 10:30am to 4:30pm, weekends noon to 4:30pm.
Smiths Falls Legion
7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls
office95@cogeco.ca
613-283-2690
Public Skating
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Sponsored by Smiths Falls Recreation Department – $2 per person
Smiths Falls Youth Arena
CP Holiday Train
Finch
Location: Tracks adjacent to James Street between Williams Street & George Street
Arrival: 2:30 PM
Event Time: 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Merrickville
Location: 103 East Broadway & Count y Road #2. South side of crossing near Bay Street
Arrival: 4:45 PM
Event Time: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Smiths Falls
Location: Smith Falls Train Station, 63 Victoria St.
Arrival:6:20 PM
Event Time: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
Perth
Location: Railway Crossing on South Side of Wilson Street
Arrival: 7:40 PM
Event Time: 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Performers: Dallas Smith and Odds
For more info visit their website:
www.cpr.ca
