Things to do in Arnprior and the Valley: Celebrate local businesses, help Operation Snowsuit, and a tough talk on affordability

Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town the next 48 hours.

TODAY: The Renfrew County Community Poverty Action Network brings it’s Operation Snowsuit project to the Renfrew Legion from 4:30 to 7:30 pm this Thursday, October 22! New and gently used snowsuits are given away to families facing financial hardship so that young people and safely and enjoyably participate in winter activities.

TODAY: The Almonte Civitan hosts An Evening with Charlie Angus – The Resistance Tour this Thursday starting at 6:00 pm. Angus, a former MP, author, musician and activist, brings his his cross-country Resistance Tour to the Valley for a conversation about affordability, economic uncertainty, and shaping Canada’s future. Tickets available online.

TODAY: Meet Clancy the therapy dog this Thursday at the Arnprior Public Library! Clancy is a sweet Glen of Imaal Terrier who loves spreading joy throughout the library and receiving lots of pets and praise. He and his handler will be on site from 3:00 to 3:30 pm to earn more community hours through the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program!

TOMORROW: Meet the Arnprior Packers this Friday, thanks to the Arnprior Optimistic Women’s Club! Join them at the Nick Smith Centre ahead of their game at 6:00 pm to skate with the team, grab some autographs, enjoy a snack & drink courtesy of AOWC! FREE EVENT, however they ask that you please bring a cereal donation to participate!

TOMORROW: The Whitewater Sno-Goers invite you to their Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Friday, October 23rd, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Northcote Rink. Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner, including Caesar salad, a bun and a drink, for $20 per person. Kids’ meals for children 12 and under are just $10. Takeout and Sno-Goers merch will also be available! To prepay, send an e-transfer to wwsno.goers@gmail.com and include your name and the number of meals.

TOMORROW: Local businesses will be honoured this Friday evening at the Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce’s Pinnacle of Business Excellence Awards Banquet! The region’s leading business leaders will gather at the Renfrew Wing starting at 5:30 pm that evening to celebrate their achievements.