Here’s what’s going on in Arnprior and area over the next 48 hours.
Arnprior:
Today: Whatknots Knitting Circle happens from 10-1130AM in Scharf Hall of the Arnprior Public Library. It’s a great social gathering of those who love to get creative. Participants bring their current yarn projects share ideas and conversation in a creative environment.
Paper Quilling Workshops are proving quite popular. Offered Mondays from 1-3PM in Scharf Hall; you are welcome whether you are a paper quilling enthusiast, or new to the craft and looking for others who want to learn from one another and enjoy some social time. You bring your own supplies and projects; the library will provide the space. Please register space can be set up accordingly. This same program will be offered Tuesday afternoons to accommodate numbers.
A Therapy Dog Visit occurs between 3-330PM at the Arnprior Library. Every Monday, Maggie and her handler meet with library visitors, especially the after school crowd. Maggie is a delightful Golden Retriever and always loves making new friends. She loves spreading joy throughout the library and will gravitate to cuddles and a treat afterwards. Stop by to meet Maggie as she gains more community hours through the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program.
Monday Moments Yoga takes place in the Main Community Hall of the Arnprior Library from 315-4PM. It’s a
relaxing yoga session with Alexandra Leslie, and all skill levels are welcome. The library supplies yoga mats for this free program. Your library card is required for participation.
Learn English with us is an Adult Program offered from 430-7PM in the Art Corridor, lower level of the Arnprior Public Library. Newcomers are welcome to attend this free drop-in ESL program led by a qualified volunteer tutor. If you have not attended previously, please complete the registration form so that your attendance can be anticipated.
A French Conversation meet-up happens from 545-645PM in Scharf Hall at the Arnprior Public Library. The program is led by volunteers Melanie and Angelique, and all levels of French learners are welcome.
Tomorrow: A Scrabble Club Meet-Up happens from Noon-2PM at the Arnprior Library’s Art Corridor in the lower level. The library has several game boards and provides a cup of coffee for Adult players.
Paper Quilling Workshops are now offered Tuesday afternoons from 1-3PM to accommodate numbers. Held in Scharf Hall; you are welcome whether you are a paper quilling enthusiast, or new to the craft and looking for others who want to learn from one another and enjoy some social time. You bring your own supplies and projects; the library will provide the space. Please register space can be set up accordingly.
Take Note: The Arnprior and District Museum invites you to the Fibre Arts Drop In, to occur on Sunday June 14th at 2PM as local Spinner and Weaver Jenny Croft will lead a free, family-friendly public fibre arts drop in. Find out about the Museum’s new loom and spinning equipment that are available for public use.
Mississippi Mills:
Today: A series of Mood Walks is occurring at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area on Ramsay Lake Road Mondays in May from 10AM to Noon. The guided walking program designed to help you connect with nature, stay active, and meet new people. To register – email vbova@carebridge.ca Spots are limited!
Take Note: The Mississippi Mills Business Breakfast is Wednesday May 20th at the Mississippi Golf Club.
The event begins with Coffee & networking: 7:00AM, Breakfast is served at 730AM. Cost: $15 at the door (cash preferred; debit accepted) Registration is required. Visit: events@mississippimills.ca
Carleton Place:
Today: The Beyond Curling Social Scene happens from 1130AM-330PM at the Curling Club, 120 Patterson Crescent.
Tomorrow: The Carleton Place Community Lunch takes place from Noon-1PM at Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street.
Civitan Weekly Bingo is on from 430-9PM at the Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street.
Flow and Stroll happens from 6-7PM at the Carleton Place Public Library 101 Beckwith Street. Meet up in the front lobby of the library and head out on the OVRT for a walk. All paces and abilities welcome!
Play Civitan Radio Bingo, Every Tuesday on 88.1 myFM, 6:10 – 7:00 p.m. For more info, call Lynda 613-257-5214. Buy your cards (9 faces for $10) in CP at Giant Tiger, A Bunch of Whimsy, Applecheeks, Temptations, Mitchells Independent and at Clayton General Store in Clayton.
Local Sports:
Registration is open for Renfrew Minor Baseball. Category, Age and Day of Play Cost is as follows:
T-ball 4-6 Wednesday $75
Rookie 7-8 Tuesday $75
Minor 9-1 Tuesday or Thursday $100
Major 11-12 Monday or Wednesday $100
Jr/Sr 13-16 Tuesday or Thursday $100
https://renfrewminorbaseball.com/Pages/1120/General_Information/
Arnprior McNab Braeside United Soccer Club encourages your registration.
https://ambusc.e2esoccer.com/Membership/Default.aspx
Have an event you’d like to hear aired on Oldies? Visit:
https://arnpriortoday.ca/submit-an-event/
By Rick Stow
