Here’s what’s going on in Arnprior and area over the next 48 hours.
Arnprior:
Today: 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.
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.
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: Viewing continues in the Friends of the Mississippi Mills Public Library’s online auction until June 7th. The auction itself will be held from June 8th-19th.
Access: www.32auctions.com/TheBestofMM
How to Help Your Teen with Anxiety. Participate in the Fear Less Triple P Workshop via online ZOOM Wednesdays through June 3rd from 6-730PM. Cost: $20 or free based on self identified need. To register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/fear-less-triple-p-how-to-help-your-teen-with-anxiety-tickets-1986017273126
Tomorrow: Viewing continues in the Friends of the Mississippi Mills Public Library’s online auction until June 7th. The auction itself will be held from June 8th-19th.
Access: www.32auctions.com/TheBestofMM
Carleton Place:
Today: The free Community Breakfast occurs from 8-10AM at St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street. All are welcome.
The Horticultural Society Monthly Meeting happens from 7-9PM at Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street. The topic will be Pollinators and Their Habitats, presented by Professor Jessica Forrest. Membership fees are $15.00/Annually. Guests can attend at $5.00/Meeting.
Tomorrow: The Silver Linings Society meets from 930-1030AM at the Carleton Place Public Library. Retirees welcome for this meet up and activity session!
Who isn’t over 55, or one day hopes to be? Home Hospice North Lanark and Carleton Place Recreation & Culture are teaming up to present the 55+ Expo at the Carleton Place Arena Thursday June 4th from 10AM-3PM. Free admission entitles you to engaging speakers, interactive workshops, practical tools and resources for living well and a host of local exhibitors. Learn more: https://hhnl.ca/55-expo/
NLCC Bingo happens from 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm at the Navy League of Canada 137 John Street, every Thursday night. 6:45 pm Start Doors open at 4:30, ticket sales start at 5:30 pm. Cash only 50/50 tickets. Break open tickets. Canteen available.
Catch Brock Zeman at the Carleton Place Gallery 210 Bridge Street, from 7-9PM. Admission is $35 plus HST at TicketsPlease.ca, cpgallery.ca or at the gallery ($40 at the door) Food and beverage for sale from Pie Are Squared for $10-$15.
Local Sports:
Renfrew Minor Baseball has posted its Spring Schedule, and shares game information for members at
https://renfrewminorbaseball.com/Pages/1120/General_Information/
Arnprior McNab Braeside United Soccer Schedule is available to members on its website at
https://ambusc.e2esoccer.com/Membership/Default.aspx
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By Rick Stow
