Here’s what’s going on in Arnprior and area over the next 48 hours.
Arnprior:
Today: 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.
A Therapy Dog Visit happens every Thursday, 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
Tomorrow: Toddler Tales is an event for Children aged 12 months to 2.5 years taking place from 10-1030AM in the Library’s sunny Scharf Hall. To join in on themed stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft all you need is your library card to get a name tag and participate.
English Lessons for beginners In-Person happens from 10AM-Noon in the Gaumand Room of the Arnprior Public Library. Newcomers are welcome to attend this free drop-in ESL program led by qualified volunteer tutors. The Friday meet-ups are geared toward beginner learners. Meet new people, enjoy a coffee and improve your English skills.
A Drop-in Preschool Story Time takes place from 11-1130AM for children ages 2.5 to school age are invited to our beautiful sunny Scharf Hall for themed stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft for this half hour of library fun. All you need is your library card to get a name tag and enjoy the fun every Friday.
A Bridge Club drop in welcomes players from beginners to experienced Fridays from 1230-330PM in the Main Community Hall of the Arnprior Public Library. There is no fee or registration to attend, however donations will be accepted in support of the High School’s Guidance Office and their Teens in Need program.
Take Note: The Arnprior and District Museum Summer Experimentation Station registration is OPEN! The initiative make films, build planets, measures slime, jousts in giant cardboard castles, and breaks pirate codes! The summer camp fosters cooperation and creative problem-solving across History, Art, and Science indoors and outdoors all summer long. Full weekly theme descriptions will be available in May but note that every day runs from 8:30AM-3:30PM June 29th to August 28th (Extended hours 7:45-4:30 available for an additional fee). Join in for just a day, a week or all summer! Learn more and register at www.arnprior.ca/camps
Mississippi Mills:
Today: The Mississippi Mills Youth Centre Art Night happens from 5-7PM at the MMYC. The Digital Art Colouring Book is tonight’s theme for ages 10-18. Email programcoordinator@mmyc.ca
Tickets are now on sale for Almonte District High School’s student created show, Shattered: Time in Pieces! We have eight show dates this year, spanning two weekends in April, at Almonte Old Town Hall, starting at 730PM. While training a new member of staff, four museum employees touch a mysterious, ancient vase that sends them tumbling through time and myth.
Tickets are $15 each and available at Baker Bob’s, the ADHS main office or online here: https://sites.google.com/view/shattered-time-in-pieces/home
Tomorrow: The Mississippi Mills Youth Centre Gym Night happens at 126 Martin Street North from 5-730PM. Indoor running shoes required. Get ready to move, play, and have fun! Email programcoordinator@mmyc.ca
Tickets remain on sale for Almonte District High School’s student created show, Shattered: Time in Pieces! We have eight show dates this year, spanning two weekends in April, at Almonte Old Town Hall, starting at 730PM tonight.
Tickets are $15 each and available at Baker Bob’s, the ADHS main office or online here: https://sites.google.com/view/shattered-time-in-pieces/home
Take Note: The Mississippi Mills Community Clean-Up continues through Sunday. The Municipality will provide you with the bags you need, and no bag tags are necessary for this purpose.
Carleton Place:
Tomorrow: Spend some of your P.A. Day participating in this 100% interactive Dance Party with Ottawa’s Luv2Groove. There are two sessions, the Kinder Groove from 10-1030AM and the School Age Groove, from 1045-1130AM and the event occurs upstairs at the Carleton Place Arena Hall on Neelin Street. Cost is $2.00 per groover. Parents must remain on site (no dancing required.) Please reserve your spots by emailing: jhansen@carletonplace.ca
For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DT4TLHLdd/
Unexpected Drug Discoveries is a fascinating topic- and one that will stay with you if you attend a presentation from Pharmacist Alex Rusalovsky of Carleton Place Pharmacy, planned for Friday April 24th at the Carleton Place Library. The presentation begins at 1030AM on the day. Spaces are limited so please email Heidi at hsinnett@carletonplace.ca to get on the list.
Later in the day, Rusalovsky will be attending the TGIF Seniors at the Legion event from 1-3PM to help you understand your medication and answer your questions you might have. Admission is free.
Local Sports:
Renfrew Minor Baseball (serving families from Renfrew, Arnprior, Douglas, etc.) is gearing up for its 2026 season, with practices and opening games typically starting late April / early May.
Divisions run from T-Ball through Senior, meaning diamonds will be busy most evenings. Arnprior-area minor softball also shifts into spring/summer play through municipal and association programs.
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By Rick Stow
