(HUNTSVILLE/LAKE OF BAYS) Mark your calendars, Huntsville and Lake of Bays, for Project Porchlight Food Drive 2021.

The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department, in support of the Salvation Army Huntsville Food Bank, is ramping up for the 33rd annual food drive.

On Wednesday, Dec. 1, starting at 6 p.m. fire trucks, with the assistance of the OPP, paramedics, public works and volunteers will be coming house-to-house collecting healthy non-perishable food donations across our community.

The food drive will be operating a little differently this year as it did last year, so it is very important that residents take note of the changes to accommodate social distancing guidelines for COVID-19.

“We are asking residents to turn their porchlight on and place their non-perishable donations at the end of their driveway or on their porch this year at 6 p.m.,” notes Fire Chief Rob Collins

“In the past we have been able to knock on doors — but once again this year we are unable to do that. By placing your items at the end of your driveway or porch, it will assist us in keeping a safe social distance.”

The Project Porchlight Food Drive has been a community tradition for 33 years now and has been an integral support for the Salvation Army, which distributes the donations within the community throughout the year.

The Salvation Army is thankful for ALL donations, but do have some certain specific needs this year. If possible, the following items would go a long way to meeting those needs:

Peanut Butter – Jam – Canned Meats – Canned Fruit – Canned Vegetables – Instant Oatmeal – Hamburger Helper – Granola Bars – Juice – Boxed Mac n Cheese

Food donations can also be dropped off at the following locations:

• Huntsville Fire Hall Station #1; 1 Payne Drive
• The Salvation Army in Huntsville; 4 Mary Street E.
• Port Sydney Fire Hall; 387 South Mary Lake Road
• Lake of Bays Fire Halls, 1007 Limberlost Rd., 1230 Fox Point Rd. and 12 University St., Baysville.

Live and in person!! The Greater Windsor Concert Band is happy to safely perform again after 2 years with "Best Christmas Concert Ever"!! Join us as we perform holiday favourites for all ages with an extra special visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus! Sunday December 12th at 3pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 261 (Tecumseh). Proof of vaccination and masks required for all attendees. For details call (519)995-0727 or visit www.greaterwindsorconcertband.ca

Take a break from Christmas preparations to enjoy a delicious Take-Out Lunch from Trinity United Church!

Support a local cause while enjoying tasty homemade soups, sandwiches and desserts - all at a great price.  

Order by Tuesday, December 7th at 705 789 5679.  Pick up Friday, December 10th; 11:30 am - 12:30 outside Trinity United Church, 33 Main St. E, Huntsville. 

All Covid safety guidelines are followed.

We are open in December and throughout the holidays.

There are hundreds of appointments to fill every week at the Windsor Blood Donor Centre.

Help us fill all available appointments and save lives this holiday season.

Book now at blood.ca

$3/ PERSON, UNDER 3 YEARS FREE
VACCINE PROOF REQUIRED 11+
CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE

Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.

* THIS MOVIE IS FREE THIS MONTH*
(Future movies have an admission charge)
Vaccine Proof Required 12+ Years Old
Concessions available, no outside food or drink allowed

Based on the humorous writings of author Jean Shepherd, this beloved holiday movie follows the wintry exploits of youngster Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley), who spends most of his time dodging a bully (Zack Ward) and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a "Red Ryder air rifle." Frequently at odds with his cranky dad (Darren McGavin) but comforted by his doting mother (Melinda Dillon), Ralphie struggles to make it to Christmas Day with his glasses and his hopes intact.

Come and join us for an afternoon tea, with friends, entertainment, and a big screen showing of " A Christmas Story".
This will surely put you in the Christmas Spirit.

Friday December 10th, 1:30pm
Jeanne Gordon Hall

Tickets are $15 (Advanced Sales Only)
https://www.wallaceburgmuseum.ca/events

Proof of Vaccination is required for entry.
Limited seating available. Reserve your space at the museum early!