Here’s what’s going on in Arnprior and area over the next 48 hours.
Arnprior:
Today: Wednesday Baby Rhyme Time. Join the Library for its midweek story time of giggles and fun for babies and their caregivers. The event happens from 1130-Noon in Scharf Hall. Registration is required for this 6 week session which features stories, rhymes and of course lots of bubbles. Signup is underway, and you require valid library cards for both you and your baby to successfully register.
A Community Chess Club meet-up takes place from Noon-5PM in the Art Corridor of the Arnprior Public Library. This is an informal meetup for all ages and skill levels.
A Therapy Dog Visit happens every Wednesday from 3-330PM at the Arnprior Public Library as Clancy and his handler Angela to meet with library visitors. Clancy is a happy Glen of Imaal Terrier. His breed is originally from Ireland. They were farm dogs and used for hunting fox and badger. Stop by to meet Clancy as he gains more community hours through the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program in partnership with the Arnprior Public Library.
LEGO Lounge takes place in the Main Community Hall of the Arnprior Public Library from 345-445PM for children ages 5 and up. This free drop-in program enables children to build with our extensive LEGO collection, and then have their creation placed on display in the library. Snacks are provided. Attending children need to present their Arnprior Library card.
Tomorrow: English Lessons for all levels are now being offered Thursdays from 1030AM-230PM in the Main Community Hall at the Arnprior Public Library. The event, in partnership with the Renfrew County District School Board will be offered until the end of June. Lana Johnston (English as a Second Language Instructor for Adults) will be hosting. There are 30 seats available, and registration is encouraged at the link posted on the Library events calendar.
A Mahjong Meet-up takes place from 1230-330PM each Thursday in the Arnprior Library’s Scharf Hall. Adults who are looking to learn this game are most welcome to join.
There will be a Service Canada outreach visit from 1-4PM in the Main Library. Stop by to meet with Carrie from Service Canada and have a chat about the Canadian Dental Care Program and Pensions. Bring your questions, get your personalized answers.
A Therapy Dog Visit happens every Thursday, from 3-330PM as the Arnprior Library welcomes Cooper and his handler Carrie to meet with library visitors. Cooper is a super friendly Golden Retriever and always loves making new friends. Stop by to meet Cooper as he gains more community hours through the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program.
Dungeons & Dragons happens Thursdays in the Arnprior Library’s Main Community Hall from 300-450PM. This Dungeons & Dragons program is for both experienced players and those new to the game. Participants are in grades 5 – 8. Snacks are provided. If you’d like to join, please email Carolyn: youth@arnpriorlibrary.ca
From Curiosity to Confidence: AI skills for everyday life in 2026 is a workshop being held from 630-8PM as the library welcomes Richard Khan – author, guest lecturer and technology leader for an evening AI Presentation. Whether you’re brand-new to AI or you’ve experimented with tools like ChatGPT, this session will help you get practical value fast. Richard will show simple ways to use AI for everyday tasks – writing, planning, brainstorming and problem-solving – using clear “prompt recipes” you can reuse. Expect quick live demos and an interactive Q&A. We’ll finish with essential tips for verifying results and protecting your privacy when using AI. Registration is required.
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:
Take Note: The Folkus Concert Series concludes with a bonus secret show Saturday beginning at 730PM at Almonte Old Town Hall. Folkus is a roots-based music series held in the colder months in beautiful Almonte, Ontario, offering 4 shows per season. Our concerts are a rare chance to see Canadian bands up close and hear them as they’re meant to be heard, in this awesome local acoustic gem. Tickets are available at Tickets Please: https://folkus.ticketsplease.ca/product/bonus-concert-at-almonte-old-town-hall/
Carleton Place:
Today: The free Community Breakfast occurs from 8-10AM at St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street. All are welcome.
It’s Veterans Coffee Mornings at the Legion, 177 George Street from 930-11AM. All Veterans and available actie service people are invited to come and enjoy a comfortable atmosphere, conversation and free light refreshments.
An Our Stories Documentary Information Session occurs Wednesday from 6-7PM at the Carleton Place Public Library. Teen filmmakers are encouraged to attend this info session about a local documentary project that pairs them with seniors.
Tomorrow: NLCC Bingo takes place from 4:30-9:30PM at the Navy League Club of Canada building, 137 John Street.
Doors open at 4:30, ticket sales start at 5:30 pm. Cash only. There are 50/50 tickets, Break open tickets and a canteen.
Families in Crisis – You’re Not Alone a four-week series of sessions happens from 630-830PM at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 28 Hawthorne Avenue. If you feel embarrassed, angry, fearful, anxious, hurt, lonely, frustrated or shameful due to someone you love and deeply care for having major issues with; isolation, anxiety, depression, prescription drugs, pills, illegal drugs, alcohol, marijuana, gambling, shopping, anorexia, bulimia, and/or abuse (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional you are cordially invited to attend. The May 14th topic is Change, Acceptance, Letting Go. You must register to ensure your spot for each session.
Local Sports:
Renfrew Minor Baseball is excited to announce this is Opening Week. Emails with specific details for each age group were sent this past weekend. If you’re looking for more information, you can check out the Renfrew Minor Baseball Little League’s website or social media for updates https://renfrewminorbaseball.com/Pages/1120/General_Information/
Arnprior McNab Braeside United Soccer Club advises Youth Rec Soccer Kick off Week is on! These are all practices until the GLSL games start in late May. Spond groups will be updated shortly.
https://ambusc.e2esoccer.com/Membership/Default.aspx
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By Rick Stow
