Lyndhurst Santa Claus Parade
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Village of Lyndhurst
2pm sharp
Free candy for all children attending, handed out by Santa at the Library.
Leeds 1000 Islands Fire Services will be collecting non-perishable food for the food bank.

All Floats Welcome!
Line up at the old school grounds on Oakel St.
12:30pm
Entry Fee is a donation to the food bank. No pre-registration required.
Free hot chocolate and hot dogs for participants after the parade.

Cash prizes in each category:
Best Local Business
Best Out of Town Business
Best Private
Best Local Organization
Best out of Town Organization
Best Horses

For more information please call Velma Kelsey 613.928.2786.

The Rideau Public Library teaches you how to use computer software, and new technologies in an increasingly technical world.

Workshop is free but spaces are limited. Call (613) 359-5315 or email rlplibrary@gmail.com to register.

November 20th is the RURAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION (RRA) of Lanark, Leeds – Grenville will be hosting their annual day-long Recreation Summit at the North Grenville Municipal Centre in Kemptville. Keynote speakers, displays, panel discussions, fabulous lunch and great networking opportunities all for just $25.00. If you are interested in outdoor recreation, volunteer with community groups, are a professional in the recreation or health care field, an educator or sport enthusiast then this day is for you. Details are available from the Chair of RRA (Rural Recreation Association) Bonnie.Schnittker@healthunit.org

On November 8-9, the Elgin and Area Heritage Society has prepared a World War 1 Commemoration event in honour of the men and women from North Leeds (Bastard and South Burgess, Newboro North Crosby, South Crosby, Westport). The EAHS has assembled a large amount of information and material relating to this division, which used the school yard of the Red Brick School as their training ground, of the 156th Leeds-Grenville Battalion. 

The event includes displays, a slide presentation, live music with guest speakers at 1PM on both days: Saturday, Nov 8 11am-4pm and Sunday Nov 9 1-4pm at the Red Brick School, Elgin. Of particular interest is the resonance of these names for the descendants of many of the individuals listed in the displays continue to reside in our area today. 

November 5 join the RIDEAU LAKES HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY as they explore the trends in Christmas decorating. Colleen Kahrman of Hidden Garden Floral Designs is the guest speaker, she’ll be presenting “Trends in Christmas Decorating – Traditional Tinsel to Modern Edgy” at the Portland Community Hall.

For more information call, 613-359-6031.

Lower Beverly Park invites you to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season by walking through the park or enjoying a wagon ride around the park where the trees and buildings are lit up with over 75000 lights. Christmas carols will be playing throughout the park with various festive displays lit up for your pleasure.

Free wagon rides will be available throughout the park on half hour intervals between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Wagon rides will ONLY be available from the United Church.

People are encouraged to walk throughout the park to view the sites. Pedestrian parking is available from the Village Boat Launch which is located on the park entrance road.

Stop by Santa’s workshop (Cottage #1) for a visit and leave your letter for Santa. Please bring your own camera for a photo opportunity with Mr. & Mrs. Claus.

Hot Chocolate and Willard’s Donuts will be provided at Cottage #2.

Meals will be available each evening at the United Church starting at 4:00 p.m. Handicapped accessible parking will be available on Church Street.

* Reservations are required for the 20st
by calling Pat at 613-928-2712 or emailing harymary@ripnet.com

On November 29 get in the holiday spirit by coming downtown Westport for the Santa Clause Parade.

The parade is organized by the Westport Lion’s Club, for all float and parade information contact the Lion’s Club President Don Baker at 613-273-2721, or email him at doncbake@rideau.net.

Salut,
Just a friendly reminder after the busy Thanksgiving weekend…
We have a wonderful wine dinner coming this Tuesday.
Please call 1.888.COVE.INN if you wish to reserve.
Merci de tous le monde au Cove!

Tue.Oct.21
FRENCH CANADIAN WINE DINNER
5 Course Dinner with Ontario and Quebec Wine Pairings
Evening will be led by Andrew Rastapkevicius and Vanessa Nisbet from
Lifford Wine Agency.
Bottle draws too!

MENU
1. Four Bites – Cretons, Tourtière, Pea Soup Shot and Smoked Trout Napoleon
Hinterland Borealis Sparkling Gamay
2. Gourmet Poutine
Norman Hardie Riesling
3. Duck Confit on Apple and Endive Salad
Domaine Queylus Tradition Pinot Noir
4. Rack of Lamb with Quebec Baked Beans
Tawse Meritage Cabernet Merlot
5. Maple Sugar Tart with Candied Bacon
Neige Premier Ice Cider

6-9pm
$75/person
Overnight Packages Available. Dinner for two, room and breakfast, $200
Standard Suite or $220 Jacuzzi Suite.

The Westport Farmer’s Market is preparing for the 2014 Christmas season and is looking for vendors for the Christmas Market on December 6th at Rideau Vista Public School. Visit their website for details and the vendor application.

The Christmas Market starts at 9am and will feature local artisan pieces and arts and crafts as well as baked goods. There will be a great turn out so to make sure you can get a booth don’t delay, apply for a space today, half of the market spots have been taken already.

So mark your calendar and get ready for the Westport Farmer’s Market Christmas Market, where the town comes together!