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Smiths Falls weekend guide: October 28 – 30

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is hosting their haunted Halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

Captain Fantastic

7:00pm – 9:00pm
A serious movie with thought-provoking themes starring Viggo Mortensen. Tickets: cash only at door, $10; Rating: PG.
www.smithsfallstheatre.com

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 29

Kids Pumpkin Painting Day!

10:00am – 4:00pm
Kids (and parents) are invited to come FAT Paint a small pumpkin and enjoy light refreshments. Teal paint will be on hand for families offering non-edible treats for kids with allergies. $5.00 a pumpkin and all profits will be donated to Everley’s Angels Special Events. Pumpkins are very generously being donated by Miller’s Bay Farm.
7 Russell St. West, Smiths Falls

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations.
Heritage House Museum,
11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum

St. John’s Anglican Church Harvest Bazaar

12:00pm (noon) – 3:00pm
Free admission. Great assortment of crafts, baked goods, gourmet foods, accessories, jewelry & more. Delicious lunch available for only $6.
2 George St. S., Smiths Falls

Anniversary Dinner

Social 4:30, Dinner at 5:30.
The menu includes roast beef, potatoes, vegetable, salad, pie, coffee or tea.
Advance tickets only, call 613-283-2318 or 613-283-6987
Westminster Presbyterian Church
11 Church St. W., Smiths Falls

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is hosting their haunted Halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30

Lasagna Lunch and Bid Euchre Tournament

12:30pm
Homemade lasagna with salad, rolls & dessert only $10. Euchre at 1:30pm costs $5. For more Information call: 613-283-8482
Montague & District Seniors’ Hall,
658 Rosedale Rd. South.

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is hosting their haunted Halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

Smiths Falls weekend guide: October 21 – 23

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21

Restaurant Week

Every time you dine in a participating restaurant from October 16th – 22nd in the downtown, you will be entered into a draw to win prizes!
Downtown Smiths Falls

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is having hosting their haunter halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

7:30pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
smithsfallstheatre.com

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 22

Restaurant Week

Final Day. Every time you dine in a participating restaurant from October 16th – 22nd in the downtown, you will be entered into a draw to win prizes!
Downtown Smiths Falls

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is having hosting their haunter halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

Trivia Night

Registration at 6:30pm
Games Begin at 7:00pm
Put a team together or join a team and join the fun! Minimum 6 players, maximum 10 players per team. There will be a cash bar, prizes and a 50/50 draw.
For more informations call Melanie Chisholm at 613-913-2099.
Lombardy Agricultural Hall

Super Heroes for our Supergirl Everley

7:00pm – 1:00am
Please join us dressed as your favourite SUPERHERO for an evening of dancing with DJ JOHNNY FIVE to celebrate our little SUPERHERO EVERLEY.. All proceeds will help Jordan Yolkowskie and Sarah Patterson with their costs of daily living and anything Baby Everley requires to have a magical life. DRAWS, GAMES, BAKE SALE, AND SO MUCH MORE. LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS AVAIL SO PURCHASE RIGHT AWAY.
For more information contact Rachael Bell 613-206-0636 frdm037@gmail.com or Amanda Fournier 613-207-1462 atrudel_7@hotmail.ca.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/superheroes-for-our-supergirl-everley-tickets-27531181505
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St, Smiths Falls

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

7:30pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
smithsfallstheatre.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations.
Heritage House Museum,
11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum

Always & Forever Wedding Show

11:00am – 3:00pm
Come out to the Wedding Show admission is free and you could win a grand prize FREE WEDDING!
For more information contact Jacqui Stanzel at 613-656-3591 or Barb Willoughby at 613-978-0447
The Gallipeau Centre
361 Queen Street, Smiths Falls

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

2:00pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
Smithsfallstheatre.com

Ham & Bean Supper

4:30pm – 6:30pm
Menu includes Ham, scalloped potatoes, baked beans, salad, dessert, coffee or tea.
Tickets at the door, Take out avail. Sponsored by Eastern Star.
Masonic Hall
46 Russell St. W., Smiths Falls

Haunted Halloween Barn Walk

6:00pm – 9:30pm
All About Fun Family Farm is having hosting their haunter halloween bark walk again this year. Come out and enjoy the scare. Entry Fee: $8 at the door.
149 Rideau Ferry Rd., Lombardy

Smiths Falls weekend guide: October 14 – 16

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14

Merrickville’s Jazz Festival

3:00pm – 10:30pm
The live performances take place over the weekend in various restaurants and churches in Merrickville. Tickets are available for one event, a day or for the full weekend.
3:00 pm Massie Johnson Combo – St. Ann Catholic Church
4:30 pm Carlos Alberto Santana Jazz Quintet – Holy Trinity Anglican Church
6:30 pm Michael Hanna and Friends – Baldachin Inn Restaurant
8:30 pm Main Street Market Band – Goose & Gridiron Restaurant
Mill St., Merrickville
pennyhopeross@gmail.com
613-290-0028
www.merrickvillesjazzfest.com

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

7:30pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
smithsfallstheatre.com

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 15

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations.
Heritage House Museum,
11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum

Merrickville’s Jazz Festival

1:00pm – 10:30pm
The live performances take place over the weekend in various restaurants and churches in Merrickville. Tickets are available for one event, a day or for the full weekend.
1:00 pm Chris Maskell Trio – St. Ann Catholic Church
2:00 pm Mark Kelso Drum Clinic – Merrickville Legion
2:30 pm Red Hot Ramble – Merrickville United Church
5:00 pm Nellotones – Goose & Gridiron Restaurant
6:30 to 7:15 pm Shine On Pre-concert Talk with Michael Occhipinti
7:30 pm Shine On: The Universe of John Lennon – Merrickville United Church
9:30 pm The Rebecca Noelle Quartet – Baldachin Inn Restaurant
Mill St., Merrickville
pennyhopeross@gmail.com
613-290-0028
www.merrickvillesjazzfest.com

3rd Annual Zombie Walk

4:00pm – 5:00pm
Join us on our third stagger and stumble through town as the undead gather in support of our local food bank. We will be meeting up at Kinsmen Park. Between Town Hall and the Smiths Falls Library starting at 4pm for registration and food /monetary donation collection. We will head down Beckwith Street as a group then lurch over to Chambers Street ending at Smiths Falls Gym and Fitness Centre for treats and prizes! Coach Brian and his staff will be handing out hot chocolate and cookies donated by C’est Tout Bakery. We will be lead as a group and we will be travelling along the sidewalks. Please respect all traffic laws. **We have many prize ribbons to give out for both adults and children. A food item or cash donation must be presented at registration to participate in the judged contest. Come out as your goriest, deadliest, funniest, and more original zombie and enter our contest for a stab at a prize! 1 food or cash donation required per person for entry. Rain or shine. All ages. Remember to bring nonperishable food items or cash donations for our local living community.
Smiths Falls
77 Beckwith St N, Smiths Falls

Local Foods Harvest Dinner

6:00pm – 9:00pm
This will be REAL’s sixth annual feast of foods produced close to home in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. This year’s chef will be Amy Rensby of Magnolia Catering, who will be cooking up the buffet dinner in the Two Rivers Food Hub kitchens. The buffet will be served in the Gallipeau Centre “Ballroom”. Enjoy some great entertainment before and after dinner by the band “The British Invasion”. You will also have a chance to bid on some great items in a silent auction, have an optional tour of the Two Rivers facility, meet some of the local producers and mingle with REAL folk! Tickets are $60, which includes a $20 charitable receipt. Purchase your ticket before September 18 and get $5 off the ticket price. Why not put together a table of friends and make a night of it? The bar will feature local beers and Ontario wines. Tickets will be available by August 18 at the REAL Deal Store and at Modern Thymes on Russell Street.
Gallipeau Centre Ball Room
613-283-9966
dhicks11@cogeco.ca
http://www.realaction.ca/

40 Plus Singles Dinner and Dance

7:00pm
Dinner at 7 PM Dance to follow with Music for Everyone. Cash bar on site. Cost is $10.00 at the door. Casual dress no jeans. You don’t have to be a dancer to attend these events just tap your toes, clap your hands and socialize with other singles. Starting the fall off with a bang. Nice to meet new people and old friends from your area and others. Meeting people with interests similar to yours. A very relaxed atmosphere to enjoy yourself.
Smiths Falls Civitan Club
#12468 Hwy 15 N, Smiths Falls, On
Information: Betty 613-285-5557
Alice / Wanda 613-205-1234
40plussinglesdanceclub@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/40plussinglesdanceclub

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

7:30pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
smithsfallstheatre.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

Sole Sisters – 4th Annual Charity Event

8:00am
The Sole Sisters Run is donating all proceeds to the Canadian Cancer Society, in the name of cancer research. This event is open to everyone, young or old, male or female must register. Sole Sisters will send each interested donor a report detailing the number of registrants, how many people donated, how much money was We are happy to accept donations at any time, however, please be advised that we will not be issuing charitable donation receipts at this time. We are holding a 2km, a 5 km and a 10 km run/walk. Runs/walks start at 0800, with the 10 km starting first, followed shortly there after by the 5 km, and followed shortly thereafter by the 2 km. All distances start and end at Lower Reach Park in Smiths Falls, Ontario. There will be water and bananas available at the start/finish line. There will also be a water table at about every 3 km of both the 5k route and the 10k route.
solesistersrun.weebly.com

Out of Sight…Out of Murder

2:00pm
Peter Knight (played by Jamie Benda) is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm triggers a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life… just as director Katharine Coleman has worked hard to bring the characters of her cast to life in rehearsals. Tickets available by phone, online, at Special Greetings (cash), or at door. Cost $20; $10 students
The Station Theatre
53 Victoria Ave. (corner of Daniel St.), Smiths Falls
613-283-0300
Smithsfallstheatre.com

Merrickville’s Jazz Festival

1:00pm – 8:00pm
The live performances take place over the weekend in various restaurants and churches in Merrickville. Tickets are available for one event, a day or for the full weekend.
1:30 pm St-Roch Quartet – Holy Trinity Anglican Church
3:00 pm Mark Ferguson Quartet – Merrickville United Church
5:00 pm Mira Choquette – Baldachin Inn Restaurant
7:00 pm Closing Event: – The Pharoahs Go To Soul Sckool – Baldachin Inn Ballroom
Mill St., Merrickville
pennyhopeross@gmail.com
613-290-0028
www.merrickvillesjazzfest.com

Smiths Falls weekend guide: October 7 – 10

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

Kaleidoscope of Victorian Coloured Glass Exhibition

10:30am – 4:30pm
Join the Museum for a breath-taking display of art glass with a vast array of colours and techniques. The colourful glass pieces from the Byington Collection focus on the period 1850 -1910, where the experimentation with decoration, techniques and materials brought creativity in glass production to its peak. This is an opportunity to see rare and beautiful pieces from a sixty year private collection.
Heritage House Museum
11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 8

DBA Farmers Market

9:00am – 2:00pm
Come out to enjoy the Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market and get some local fresh produce! See you on Russell Street West!

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations.
Heritage House Museum,
11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum

Turkey and Train Rides this Thanksgiving

11:00am – 3:00pm
What goes better with turkey than train rides? The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario is serving up a Thanksgiving weekend like no other! Bring your friends and your out-of-town relatives for a special Thanksgiving train ride
Rides will take place Saturday October 8th and Sunday October 9th from 11 am to 3 pm. Climb aboard a 1940s caboose to discover what it’s like to be pulled by a first-generation diesel engine. A return trip down the track is $5 for 7 years or older, $3 for children 3-6 years & 2 and under ride free!
The museum will be open 10 am to 5 pm each day and admission to the museum is free Saturday and Sunday. The museum will be open Monday October 10th and will close for the season Tuesday October 11th.
This will also be your last chance this season to view our new exhibit: Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario.
This exciting exhibition details the fated history of the railways and their stations in Eastern Ontario as well as the important role that these stations played in the surrounding communities. Like many communities along the line, the railway was an integral part of life. Today much of what remains of the fated railway lines are of the lonely stations peeking out the overgrown rural countryside.
We invite you to come out to the museum on Thanksgiving weekend for some family fun!
The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
90 William St. West, Smiths Falls.
For information contact the museum at 613-283-5696, email info@rmeo.org or visit our website at www.rmeo.org

Campbell Woods in Concert

8:00pm – 10:00pm
STATION THEATRE Campbell Woods in Concert—with Tim Jackson. Playing from new album, Oxford Street. October 8 @ 8 pm. Tickets $20 @ Special Greetings, cash only, www.smithsfallstheatre.com, 613-283-0300 and at the door. Beer and Wine Bar before, at intermission and afterwards.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9

Turkey and Train Rides this Thanksgiving

11:00am – 3:00pm
What goes better with turkey than train rides? The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario is serving up a Thanksgiving weekend like no other! Bring your friends and your out-of-town relatives for a special Thanksgiving train ride
Rides will take place Saturday October 8th and Sunday October 9th from 11 am to 3 pm. Climb aboard a 1940s caboose to discover what it’s like to be pulled by a first-generation diesel engine. A return trip down the track is $5 for 7 years or older, $3 for children 3-6 years & 2 and under ride free!
The museum will be open 10 am to 5 pm each day and admission to the museum is free Saturday and Sunday. The museum will be open Monday October 10th and will close for the season Tuesday October 11th.
This will also be your last chance this season to view our new exhibit: Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario.
This exciting exhibition details the fated history of the railways and their stations in Eastern Ontario as well as the important role that these stations played in the surrounding communities. Like many communities along the line, the railway was an integral part of life. Today much of what remains of the fated railway lines are of the lonely stations peeking out the overgrown rural countryside.
We invite you to come out to the museum on Thanksgiving weekend for some family fun!
The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
90 William St. West, Smiths Falls.
For information contact the museum at 613-283-5696, email info@rmeo.org or visit our website at www.rmeo.org

Smiths Falls weekend guide: September 30 – October 2

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

5th ANNUAL HERITAGE SYMPOSIUM

9:00am – 3:00pm
“Bridging Hometown Pride with Heritage Assets”
The Smiths Falls Municipal Heritage Committee presents the 5th Annual Heritage Symposium. This year’s theme is “Bridging Hometown Pride with Heritage Assets” and will bring top speakers from across the province including:
Andrew Ross, who has turned his passion for historic bridges into more than 20 years’ experience designing, building and restoring bridges. He will be presenting on the Confederation Bridge.
Carl Bray, a historical consultant, believes that heritage is not an obstacle but an opportunity. He will discuss his recent successful strategies.
Wayne Morgan is the President of Community Heritage Ontario, is a professional heritage planner and has worked on successful historic projects like Toronto’s Distillery District. He will present on how communities can use their heritage assets to their advantage.
We will also feature a spotlight on two local properties and hear a presentation from Algonquin College on how communities can get involved with their heritage carpentry program.
Cost: $20 per person or $10 for students and includes lunch.
Station Theatre
53 Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls

Fish and Chip Friday

4:00pm – 7:00pm
1 piece fish and chips is $10, 2 piece is $15. Members, guests and public welcome.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95
Main Street, Smiths Falls

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 1

DBA Farmers Market

9:00am – 2:00pm
Come out to enjoy the Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market and get some local fresh produce! See you on Russell Street West!

Art Journey Show & Sale

10:00am – 5:00pm
A variety of art for sale; painting, woodwork, jewellery, photography, pottery, pencil art, glass. Free admission.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia Street, Smiths Falls

Tall Boys & Tall Tales

1:00pm – 3:30pm
Cheers to a celebration of books, beer, and bygone times in the Smiths Falls area!The Heritage House Museum in Smiths Falls will be hosting, ‘Tall Boys & Tall Tales’, a beer tasting and historical presentation. It’s the perfect opportunity to test your trivia skills, sample some of the 4 Degrees Brewery’s latest beer, and learn about author Larry Cotton’s newest book! You will also have the chance to listen to live music and enjoy some Oktoberfest sausages.
Tickets are $20 in advance or $ 25 at the door. Must be 19 or older to attend. Doors open at 12:45 p.m. For more details or to purchase a ticket, please contact the museum by calling 613-283-6311, by emailing heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca, or by dropping into the museum at 11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls. See you at the museum!
Smiths Falls Curling Club
13 Old Sly’s Road, Smiths Falls

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2

Art Journey Show & Sale

10:00am – 4:00pm
A variety of art for sale; painting, woodwork, jewellery, photography, pottery, pencil art, glass. Free admission.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia Street, Smiths Falls

Smiths Falls weekend guide: September 23 – 25

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

The Valleymen’ in Concert

7:00pm
Doors open at 6:00pm Proceeds to Trinity’s General Fund.
Tickets $10. Tickets available at Gemmell’s Flowers – 613-283-7666
Trinity United Church
41 Market St. North, Smiths Falls
www.trinityunitedsf.ca

SMITHS FALLS FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION SEMI ANNUAL FISH FRY

4:00pm – 7:00pm
Join us for our second semi-annual fish fry! Featuring crispy, hand-battered English-style Haddock with a side of golden French fries and creamy coleslaw… $12 for a two-piece meal; $9 for a one-piece meal; extra piece of fish $3; Extra coleslaw $0.50; Coffee, Tea, Cold Drinks $1; Eat-in/Take out/Delivery. Tickets available from member or at the door!
The Smiths Falls Fire Station
77 Beckwith St N, Smiths Falls
613-283-5869

Public Skating

5:00pm – 6:00pm
Come out for some summer skating. Only $2 per person
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Center
71 Cornelia St, Smiths Falls

Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction

6:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by CIBC & SMITHS FALLS CIVITAN CLUB. Dinner, silent auction, dance. Proceeds to CIBC Run for the Cure.$10 per person; Family of 4 $25.
Smiths Falls Civitan Hall

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Fundraiser for Redhawks’ Girls Rugby Team

7:30am – 1:30pm
Come out to support you local high school’s Redhawks’ girls rugby team for their trip to California.
Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute Parking Lot
299 Percy St, Smiths Falls
613-283-0288

8th Annual Harvest Run

9:00am – 11:00am
The annual harvest run is in support of the Local food bank. The registration for the event is 4 pieces of non perishable food. This run, is a grassroots fun run that offers the opportunity to run and compete, or simply for a fun social event. In it’s 8th year, the event is now a staple in the community and something that benefits the food bank greatly.
Sport X and the Smiths Falls Firefighters
11 Chambers Street,Smiths Falls
sfharvestrun@hotmail.com

Downtown Farmers’ Market

9:00am – 2:00pm
Come out to enjoy the Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market an get some local fresh produce! See you on Russell Street West!

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations. Call for details.
Heritage House Museum,
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca

Barn Dance & BBQ

5:00pm – 12:00am (midnight)
An amazing supper, live and silent auction items, and entertainment by Doubleback! It’s sure to be quite the party!! This is a fundraiser for the Lombardy Agricultural Society washroom upgrade. Free parking and free dry camping available. Dinner and Dance $25; Under 12 Years $10.Tickets available at: Toledo Store, The Roosteraunt, Echo Tours, Impression Printing, Town & Country Chrysler or by contacting Mary Joynt at 613-283-4730.
Lombardy Agricultural Society Barn
6 Kelly Rd, Lombardy

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

A Day of Discovery- “ Envisioning our Future”

10:30am – 2:30pm
UCW’s Women Sunday Worship Service, Guest Speaker: Nicole Anderson, Susan Shirley Program, Potluck Finger Food Luncheon, folled by a transition team workshop: “Envisioning our Future”. The Transition Team needs your participation and input! Together let’s look at our Living Mission, dream about Trinity’s future, and make it happen. (Let us know that you are attending by signing the sign up sheet in the church foyer or via Facebook message to Trinity United Church)
Church Service: 10:30am – 11:30am
Luncheon: 12:00pm (noon) – 1:00pm
Envisioning our Future: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
www.facebook.com/ TrinityUnitedChurchSmithsFalls/

Take on Tatting – A Tatting Workshop

1:00pm – 3:00pm
Learn the intricate skill of tatting with expert tatter, Tamara Taylor. This form of lace making is incredibly portable and creates a durable lace. This two part workshop session from 1pm to 3pm each afternoon and all materials are provided. The class size remains small to ensure each participant receives personalized instruction. Cost: $ 50/person for two sessions. Registration in advance is required. Please call the museum for more information or to make a booking.
Heritage House Museum
11 Old Slys Rd, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca

The Accessory Sale

12:00pm – 4:00pm
Jewellery, shoes, scarves, belts, hats. All donations welcome (all new or gently-used items can be dropped off at Fringe Studio. Proceeds to Civitan support of community & charity projects.
The Smiths Falls Civitan Hall
12468 Hwy 15 North, Smiths Falls
613-285-5557

Smiths Falls weekend guide: September 16 – 18

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Movie Night at Station Theatre

7:00pm
Come out for movie night to see Breakfast at Tiffany’s at the Station Theatre. Adults: $10; Students: $5 – cash at the door.
Station Theatre
53 Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls
www.smithsfallstheatre.comwww.smithsfallstheatre.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Downtown Farmers’ Market

9:00am – 2:00pm
Come out to enjoy the Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market an get some local fresh produce! See you on Russell Street West!
Russell St W just outside Davidson Courtyard

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations. Call for details. Open daily 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Heritage House Museum,
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca

Rise Above the Mud

8:00am – 2:00pm
Our 2nd Annual Fall Fundraising event for the Smiths Falls Hospital Foundation. Last year $4,500 was raised for the foundation. This year we hope to double that by offering a brand new 5K, and 10K obstacle challenge at our new location. Some of your favourite obstacles will be here (the giant A frames) and some amazing new obstacles. We look forward to seeing you all again.
Gallipeau Centre
361 Queen St., Smiths Falls

Grand Opening

1:00pm – 2:30pm and 2:30pm – 4:00pm
Welcome all to our GRAND OPENING of The SMITHS FALLS AND DISTRICT AQUATIC RECREATION CENTRE. Ribbon cutting will begin at 1:00, come join us for our twoonie swims from 1:00-2:30 and 2:30 -4.
Smiths Falls & District Aquatic Recreation Centre
361 Queen St, Smiths Falls

Public Skating

1:00pm – 2:00pm
Come out for some summer skating. Only $2 per person
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Center
71 Cornelia St, Smiths Falls

Scotch Tasting at the Railway Museum

6:30pm or 8:30pm
The Museum has partnered with Ouidram, independent whisky ambassadors, to provide an upscale fundraising event. This intimate evening will be taking place in our beautiful main waiting room at the museum. Brian McQueenie of Ouidram will entertain guests with stories and lore of Scotland while you sample four Single Malt Scotch Whiskeys paired with delicious appetizers created with flair by using local food producers.
Menu
Ouidram will be providing four single malt scotches for sampling.
Scotches
We are pleased to announce that the 4 scotches will be sponsored by Charton-Hobbs, Inc. of Toronto from the Glenmorangie and Ardbeg distilleries.
Food
We are partnering with Chef Ram of Chuckles Jack who will be working closely with the folks at Ouidram to provide you delicious food to complement the scotch!
Overnight Packages
We are happy to partner with Econo Lodge in Smiths Falls to offer 15% off overnight accommodation for guests of our scotch tasting. Visit Econo Lodge to book. PROMO CODE: Scotch Tasting.
$70 per person – contact museum for tickets 613-283-5696
Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
90 William Street West, Smiths Falls
www.rmeo.org

Movie Night at Station Theatre

7:00pm
Come out for movie night to see Funny Face at the Station Theatre. Adults: $10; Students: $5 – cash at the door.
Station Theatre
53 Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls
www.smithsfallstheatre.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Public Skating

11:30am – 12:30pm
Come out for some summer skating. Only $2 per person
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Center
71 Cornelia St, Smiths Falls

Take on Tatting – A Tatting Workshop

1:00pm – 3:00pm
$50 per person
Heritage House Museum
11 Old Sly’s Road, Smiths Falls
613-283-6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca

Smiths Falls weekend guide: September 9 – 11

Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Welcome Home Henderson Sisters

11:00am – 2:00pm
Wear red and white and join the Town of Smiths Falls in a celebration on Friday September 9th, to welcome their hometown golf pro Brooke Henderson back from the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janiero and to acknowledge the hard work and achievements of pro golf sisters Brooke and Brittany Henderson. The red and white themed celebrations will take place at Centennial Park, located on Confederation Drive Smiths Falls.
Mayor Shawn Pankow along with Town staff, welcomes everyone to join in the festivities. The celebration will get under way at 11:00 am with a live entertainment performance, and is scheduled to conclude at 2:00 pm.
In the event of heavy rain prior to or during the actual celebration ceremony, festivities will be moved to the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre.
613-283-4124 ex 1107
Ccooper@smithsfalls.ca

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Downtown Farmers’ Market

9:00am – 2:00pm
Come out to enjoy the Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market an get some local fresh produce! See you on Russell Street West!

Harvest Time at Heritage House

10:30am – 4:30pm
See the museum change with the seasons, with special harvest demonstrations. Call for details. Open daily 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Heritage House Museum,
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca

All Ways Moving Presents Family Fun Day

10:30am – 2:30pm
Healey Transportation will be providing a FREE shuttle service to & from the Gallipeau Centre throughout the day!
Pickups will be provided at the following locations starting at 10:30 a.m.
Andress’ Your Independent Grocer
Cornelia Court
Giant Tiger
Parkland Court
Please allow for a 10-minute interval between each location. The shuttle will begin at Andress’ Your Independent Grocer and loop to the locations listed above at approximately 10:30 am, 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm.
Mike Truelove
613-283-2697 ext 4

Montague Fire Department Annual Pit Barbeque

The Montague Volunteer Fire Department is once again hosting its famous Pit Barbeque. This has been a major fundraiser for our department for several decades. Tickets will be on sale in advance at the Montague Township Office or from any Montague Volunteer Firefighter. Tickets will also be available at the door. Tickets $20. Eight and under free.
Barbeque Beef & Pork Dinner Served between 5 and 7 p.m.
657 Rosedale Road South, Montague
Rosedale Centennial Hall

40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance

Smiths Falls Civitan Club
Dinner at 7 PM Dance with Blue Thunder to follow. Cash bar on site.
Cost is $10.00 at the door, Casual dress no jeans.
We are celebrating the 2nd Year Anniversary with Blue Thunder playing- music for everyone. You don’t have to be a dancer to enjoy this music. The start of another exciting fun filled year meeting new people and old friends . Very relaxed atmosphere to enjoy yourself. Mix and Mingle with ease with people from your area and others. Its time.
Information: Betty 613-285-5557
Alice / Wanda 613-205-1234
40plussinglesdanceclub@gmail.com

Ladies Colouring Club

Smiths Falls Public Library
613-283-2911