Here’s what’s going on in Arnprior and area over the next 48 hours.
Arnprior:
Today: 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.
Tomorrow: The daytime book club for Millennials meets monthly on the last Saturday of the month from 10AM to Noon in Scharf Hall. This month’s read is Circe by Madeline Miller. If you would like to add your name to the list, please send us an email and we will let you know when a space becomes available. library@arnpriorlibrary.ca
Take Note: Sunday’s Busker’s Cafe event, customarily occurring from 2-330PM in the Main Community Hall has moved to the Men’s Shed in Braeside for a special performance. It is a fundraiser for the Men’s Shed and will return to the library in May.
Mississippi Mills:
Today: The 2026 Arnprior Region and Lanark Federations of Agriculture Farmer’s Breakfast begins at 8AM at the Stewart Community Hall in Pakenham. Admission is $10. A buffet-style breakfast will be provided by Leatherworks Catering with guest speakers to follow. Tickets are $10 per person and available through Tickets Please at https://lanarkfederationofagriculture.ticketsplease.ca/events/farmers-breakfast/
Speakers begin at 9AM. Svitlana and Oleh Haldaichuk of Fusion Greens will talk about relocating from Ukraine and starting a new business. Mayor Christa Lowry will speak on local issues affecting the community.
There are three STEAM sessions coming to Mississippi Mills as today, April 24th is a PA Day, April 24th.
The Museum of Science and Technology and the Ingenium Foundation are partnering with the Municipality and bringing hands-on STEAM fun in three separate sessions at the John Levy Community Centre. At 1030AM, Glow in the Dark. 1PM is the Chemical Reactions, at at 2PM: Zap Electricity. The events are free for ages 5-12, with 25 spots per session. If your child is registered and plans change, please email programs@mississippimills.ca so another child can participate.
Tickets are now on sale for Almonte District High School’s student created show, Shattered: Time in Pieces! There are 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: You’re invited to lace up and join the Sean Egan Wellness Walk : A fun trek through Almonte to celebrate spring and healthy active living! The walk takes place From 9AM to Noon and starts from the Mississippi Mills Public Library – Almonte Branch. There are 2km and 6km events along the OVRT.
For more information and to register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sean-egan-wellness-walk-tickets-1984331747674?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
The Mississippi Mills Community Clean-Up gets underway at 9AM, and continues through April 26th. Reach out to the Town’s Roads and Public Works Department – waste@mississippimills.ca – and advise of the areas you’re tackling and the amount of bags you’ll need. The Municipality will provide the bags.
Mississippi Mills Youth Centre – Dungeons & Dragons Program is offered from 1-4PM at the MMYC, 134 Main Street East in Almonte. The Centre’s longest ever campaign sees the table open and welcome whether you are a seasoned adventurer or new to the game.
This is a FREE program for youth ages 10-18. For more info and to register, email programcoordinator@mmyc.ca.
Tickets are now on sale for Almonte District High School’s student created show, Shattered: Time in Pieces! There are 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
The Almonte Civitan Club is holding a Spring Fling dance on April 25th, featuring popular Ottawa Valley band The Ryans. Dance the night away! The event starts at 8PM. Another Ottawa Valley icon, auctioneer John O’Neil, will conduct a live dessert auction, which will likely also have a few surprise items up for bids!
All proceeds from the event go to support the Accessible Family Playground project. Tickets are $25, available online at www.almontecivitan.com/shop
Carleton Place:
Today: 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.
Sarah Moffat presents her new Landscapes series, along with 7 other diverse artists at 50 Bennett Street, Unit One, Carleton Place, today from 5-8PM; Saturday from Noon-8PM and Sunday from 11AM-2PM.
https://sarahmoffat.com/
Tomorrow: A Rural Roots Discovery Lab happens from 10AM to 2PM at the Carambeck Community Centre, 351 Bridge Street. Rural Roots Discovery Lab is a dynamic new youth-led initiative founded by the young entrepreneurs behind Creative Mode Farms (owners aged 11, 13, and 15), is launching an interactive science celebration designed to ignite curiosity in rural communities. Admission is by donation to the Youth Centre.
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
