LaSalle Public School will once again hold its annual Giant Used Book Sale June 15 and 16! This event raises money to support two orphaned young people in Kikima, Kenya, through the charity, Creation of Hope (https://hopestory.ca/author/kenya-creation-of-hope/). Our school has supported two children through this charity for over 14 years, The sale will run Thurs. June 15 (9 am to 7:00) and Fri. June 16 (9 to 1:30 pm). The public is welcome. Paperbacks are $1 and hardcovers are $2, and there will be books for all ages as well as gently-used toys and DVDs. Every penny goes to the charity. A great opportunity to get new books, pay it forward, and support the 3Rs. 1600 Mayfair Avenue, LaSalle ON, N9J 3T3. 519-978-1823

The United Church of Canada affirms that gender and sexuality are gifts of God, and welcomes people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Here at St. Luke's we strive to live this every day and will be celebrating these gifts with a special service and brunch.

St. Luke's United Church is holding a Pride Celebration Service on Sunday, June 4 at 10:30 am.  All ages service with songs, activities for the whole family and guest speaker, Barb Baxter, chair of Grace UC Affirming Committee. Barb will discuss the difference between welcoming and affirming.

Following the service there will be a brunch for everyone - breakfast casseroles, muffins, fruit, drinks and of course, a Rainbow cake! Collecting a freewill offering to cover costs and to support future St. Luke's Affirming Events.
 

PAGES celebrates memoir writing this June. Gerry Vandegraaf and Linda Holmes Bond invite you to spend an afternoon with them as they share writings from their life adventures. Come to hear and chat with an illustrious retired RCMP staff sergeant and a local retired teacher who discovered her unlikely path to becoming a writer. Memoir writing- it makes a story! 

All are welcome to attend. 

To register, call 613-968-6731 x2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Registration is not required, but recommended if you'd like to receive an email reminder or be notified of any event updates. We also appreciate knowing how many to expect! 

Create a custom canvas tote to carry all of your library books! This workshop will use heat transfer vinyl and the library’s Cricut Maker cutting machine and Cricut Easy Press. We will provide all of the materials and walk you through the steps. 

This workshop is geared towards older teens and adults of all ages.  

Familiarity with using computers is recommended. 

Cost is $5 per person. Payment must be received before the program or on the day of the program.  Space is limited so be sure to register!

To register, call 613-968-6731 x2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. 

Stop by Belleville Public Library for this Drop-In program and use the library's Cricut Maker machine, Mug Press and Easy Press 2. Bring your own supplies or purchase from our selection of materials. 

Use of the equipment is first come, first served. You will need a valid Belleville Public Library card and you will be asked to sign a waiver.  Youth ages 16 and younger will require a parent/guardian to sign the waiver.

If you would like to use the Cricut Maker cutting machine, we recommend creating your own Cricut Design Space account and preparing your design before arriving at the library. During drop-in hours you can connect your laptop to the Library’s Cricut Maker, or you can sign into your Cricut account from the library’s laptop that is connected to the Cricut Maker. 

For more information visit our Cricut Maker page, call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. 

Odessa Outdoor Movie Nights

Friday, July 21, 2023 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Loyalist Township is excited to present Outdoor Movie Nights – a new community event for all to enjoy! Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket, popcorn, and snacks, and spend the evening together under the stars as we watch a family-friendly film.

The Odessa Agricultural Society will be joining in the fun and attending each movie night, offering a cash canteen with all funds raised going to support their operations.

The 2023 Outdoor Movie Nights will take place at the Odessa Agricultural Society fairgrounds, located at 231 Main Street, Odessa with the movies beginning at dusk.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date throughout the summer and learn about the featured films! 

Odessa Outdoor Movie Nights

Friday, July 21, 2023 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Loyalist Township is excited to present Outdoor Movie Nights – a new community event for all to enjoy! Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket, popcorn, and snacks, and spend the evening together under the stars as we watch a family-friendly film.

The Odessa Agricultural Society will be joining in the fun and attending each movie night, offering a cash canteen with all funds raised going to support their operations.

The 2023 Outdoor Movie Nights will take place at the Odessa Agricultural Society fairgrounds, located at 231 Main Street, Odessa with the movies beginning at dusk.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date throughout the summer and learn about the featured films! 

Petawawa and Area Grannies First Spring Plant sale at Looking Glass Toys ( in the parking lot behind Starbucks) all plants from local gardens. We will also have local Rhubarb! Pay by donation. All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign.

Come on out and enjoy our FIRST MONTHLY WING NIGHT

Monday May 29 from 5 to 7 pm

We will be at the Beamsville Lions Park, located at 5100 Fly Rd, Beamsville

Wing Price: $10 per lb, French Fries $5

Cash and E-Transfers will be accepted for payment.