Kemptville - Events

Beth Donovan Hospice bowl-a-thon and spaghetti dinner raises over $5,000

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Plenty of strikes were thrown and spaghetti sauce sampled during the annual Beth Donovan Hospice (BDH) bowl-a-thon and spaghetti dinner Jan. 21.

This was the 14th year for the event, which included two bowling slots (1:30 and 3:30 p.m.) that saw 75 bowlers take over Kemptville Bowling to raise funds for the non-profit organization. ...

North Grenville Community Sweetheart Brunch returns for 14th year Feb. 12

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Treat your Valentine to a special meal for a great cause Sunday, Feb. 12 during the 14th annual North Grenville Community Sweetheart Brunch.

Once again, this year's brunch, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Holy Cross Council 5333, will take place at the North Grenville Municipal Centre and features an all-you-can-eat buffet ...

What's on this week at KYC

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - The following is a look at the activities being offered this week (Feb. 2 to Feb. 9) at the Kemptville Youth Centre (KYC). The centre is located at 5 Oxford St. W. in Kemptville. For more information on their programming or how to donate and volunteer, please call 613-258-5212 or email executive director Stacey Tenbult at ...

Popular Soupfest fundraiser makes move to Kemptville March 4

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Area residents are getting ready for a unique and popular fundraising event. The popular Soupfest, held at the Winchester Community Centre for the past three years, is changing its location to Kemptville.

A need for more space to accommodate the growing soup tasting competition has organizers bringing the event to the North ...

Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids seeking teams for fundraiser

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake had attracted 183 teams as of the second week of the campaign. And there's still room for more.

The 32nd annual fundraiser is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County's largest of the year, takes place Feb. 25 and has upped the ante this year - the goal is to raise $70,000.

So gather your friends, ...

Studio offers pet portraits fundraiser for LAWS

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Get your pet pictured for Valentine's Day and help out the Lanark Animal Welfare Society at the same time.

Saturday, Feb. 11, at Pictureitstudio in Carleton Place get your pet's portrait taken, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Human guardians are also welcome, as well as props for the poses. The cost is $29 for three poses or six poses for ...

Embrace a health-wise lifestyle and participate in "Slim Till You Win" challenge

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - During the first week of Heart Health month, February 2012, the Paramedic Chiefs of Lanark and Renfrew Counties in conjunction with the Heart Institute (Prevention and Rehabilitation Centre) and will launch the 2012 "Slim till You Win" Challenge.

"Slim till You Win" is a competition between two counties and the biggest weight loss ...

Organizations aim to bring international development issues to the classroom

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - Calling all teachers and students: want to learn more about Canada's role in international development and the important contribution of many Canadians in developing countries? Or find out how you can become active global citizens and get involved?

Bringing international development issues into the classroom is an exciting and ...

Ambassador fundraises for bowl-a-thon

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -05:00

EMC Events - On Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11, Curtis Brown, a Leeds and South Grenville Easter Seals Ambassador, will attempt to reach his fundraising goal of $3,500 at the seventh annual Elgin Bowl-a-thon for Easter Seals Kids at the Elgin Bowling Lanes. Along with his friends, Curtis is encouraging local community members and bowling ...