This May, we’re opening our doors to local Brockville seniors for a weekly Coffee Social – a warm and welcoming gathering where you can enjoy good company, share stories, and connect with others in the community.

🗓 Every Tuesday Morning in May
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Royal Brock Retirement Living

Enjoy light refreshments, friendly conversation, and a short weekly wellness chat focused on joy, laughter, and keeping the mind active.

Weekly Topics:

• May 6: Big Joy in Small Things
• May 12: Keeping the Mind Young
• May 19: The Power of Friendship
• May 26: Laugh More, Live Longer

These gatherings are all about building connections, sharing smiles, and enjoying time together in a relaxed and cheerful setting.

Come for the coffee, stay for the connections!
Bring a friend or just bring yourself – everyone is welcome.

For more information, contact Andrea:
📞 613-899-7929
📧 Andrea@royalbrockretirement.com

Empty Bowls

Enjoy delicious soup in take home artisan made bowls.

May 8, 2025

6pm - 8pm

Knights of Columbus Hall - 232 Spencer St E, Cobourg

$75 per person

Table reservations available for purchase of 4+ tickets

Choice of appetizer, soup, dessert and free first glass of wine.

Proceeds support The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland.

Charitable Reg. No.: 88894 3198 RR0001

The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay is producing Backpacks of Love filled with donated essential items.  

We need the community of North Bay’s generosity!

Donated items will be accepted at the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption, 480 McIntyre St. W. (at the garage location across the street from the church) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

New items needed include:

Sturdy backpacks/duffle bag                       6 pk of socks - light & heavy        
Silver emergency blanket (not regular        Sun hats/ball caps
blankets)                                                        Flashlights
Deodorant                                                     Sunscreen (cream only)    
Small hairbrushes (not combs)                   Travel size shampoo/conditioner in one
Tarp                                                               Feminine hygiene products
Toilet paper                                                   Insect repellent (cream only)    
Towelettes/wipes                                         Rain poncho        
Toothbrush                                                   Toothpaste
Lip balm                                                        Travel size body wash        
Hair elastics for ladies    
                            

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted by cash or e-transfer at email address: CompassionNorthBay@gmail.com.

For more information about the Backpacks of Love, please contact Leah at CompassionNorthBay@gmail.com.  
 

St. Francis de Sales Knights of Columbus Council are back to serving their next delicious Community Family Breakfast on Sunday, May 25th in the St. Francis de Sales Parish Hall (434 Second St. W.) from 8:30am to 12pm. Complete breakfast including bacon, sausages, eggs any style, beans, home fries and beverage. All are welcome. Fully accessible venue with elevator service provided.

These Community Family Breakfasts are held to raise funds in support of the Knights of Columbus Council's charitable programs in the Cornwall community.

Come & Join Us at The Davedi for a delicious Spaghetti and Meatball Meal on Sunday April 27, 2025 – From 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. or make it a Takeout meal. (Bring your own containers is an option) 

Please contact the Davedi Club on Airport Road to make a reservation 

@ 705-474-4190 by 4:00 p.m. Friday April 25h, 2025 or stop by on Sunday for a sit-down meal.   We accept cash or credit card payments. 

Make it a family or friend celebration evening at the Davedi! All are welcome! 

The Davedi Club 

Eat in: 

Adult – $20.00 (Spaghetti, Meatballs, Bun, Salad, Punch, Coffee/Tea & Ice Cream 

Child (10 & under) – $10.00 

Child (5 & under) – FREE 

Extra Meatball $2 

Take-Out – $18.00 – Spaghetti, Meatballs and Bun only. 

Bring your own containers or purchase one of our own. 

                                                                                              Everyone is welcome! 

                                Davedi Club is the place you want to spend your Sunday dinners!  

Event Highlights

1 km Awareness Walk:Choose indoor or outdoor routes led by pace leaders, with brief stops to share facts and stories about Atypical Parkinsonism.

Inspiring Speaker: Hear a keynote address (1:30PM), Tim Brown, followed by a Q&A session (2:00PM).

Entertainment: Enjoy entertainment starting at 1:00 PM, a kids’ zone with balloon animals, and a thrilling raffle draw at 2:45 PM.

Community Fun:Explore vendor booths, grab a snack, and connect with others in a teal-themed atmosphere.

Event Schedule

12:00 PM – Pre-Walk Social:Check in at The Hub, pick up wristbands and maps, and join a light stretch or Awareness BINGO.

12:05 PM – Welcome Speech:Learn the purpose of the walk and hear thanks to our sponsors.

12:30 PM – 1 km Walk: A short, impactful journey to shine a light on Atypical Parkinsonism.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Post-Walk Social: Speakers, entertainment, kids’ activities, vendor booths, and a raffle to close the day.

Location: The Hub at Burlington Centre, with outdoor events in the Hudson Bay Parking Lot (Fairview St), Burlington, Ontario. Rain or shine!

Join us for our Niagara Children’s Festival Kick Off Party! The FREE Bike Parade & Community Market is a chance for families to gather and celebrate arts, culture, community, and active transport in one evening of fun.

What’s a Bike Parade?
Bring your bike, or borrow one from our friends at Bike Me Up Niagara, and use materials provided to decorate it as if it was parade float. From streamers and signs to flashing lights and sparkles – your bike is sure to turn (helmeted) heads! Then, saddle up for a GIANT group ride through downtown St. Catharines led by Niagara Glow Riders!

5:30-6:30pm
– Browse goods from local artisans
– try to solve the interactive Pirate Mystery Adventure!
– Stock up on snacks or treat yourself from local food vendors
– Decorate your bike using materials provided, or bring your own!

6:30-7:00pm
– Cycle one of two loop routes (short & long) as a parade pack! — Return to the market homebase at Silver Spire United Church just in time for a….

7:00-8:00pm
– Family Friendly Dance Party with DJ Marinko!

There is no cost to participate in the Bike Parade, but we’d love to know if you’re planning to attend! RSVP for a free ticket to help us plan ahead