by Faye Ashton Today, November first, has come and gone for another year, and we dropped back to standard time, giving us more morning light. Time seems to fly. We can’t complain about the perfect weather for the farmers to get the corn crop off and just for you and me to finish the outdoor cleanup." The Epsom Girls enjoyed time together this past Friday at the Mandarin, catching up on the joys of our family life and, I guess, those aches and pains that come with age. I’m rem

by Janet Van Camp Myrta and Seraina Riederer have returned to Switzerland after staying with Janet Van Camp. While here in Blackstock, they took in some sights, visited with local families, and even squeezed in a quick trip to Manitoba. The Blackstock Lions Club is offering a Remembrance Day Service at the Blackstock Recreation Centre beginning at 10:30 a.m., followed by a walk to the Cenotaph. Lunch will be served afterwards, and all are welcome to attend. Theatre on the Rid

By Patricia Dawson The annual Uxbridge Farmers Holiday Market takes place at the Uxbridge Arena and Community Center, 291 Brock Street West, on November 8th 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. There are 30 to 45 local farmers and bakers who will be present. The first three Market dates include a mix of indoor and outdoor vendors: baked goods, produce, honey, Maple syrup, preserves, meats, Big treats, crafts, soaps, jewelry, art, and pottery. Join us on Saturday, Nove

by Pat Asling Autumn has officially arrived! Here we are in the first weekend of October, with a warmer-than-usual autumn ahead, according to weather experts! No frost as yet and flowers in full bloom! We can only hope this comes true, as even a couple of weeks make winter that much easier to bear. Oh, I know, some are eagerly looking forward to getting out the skis, snowmobiles and snowshoes and heading to the nearest slope or northern ski and skidoo trails. That’s not for m

By Patricia Dawson Find family-friendly Thanksgiving weekend activities in and around Uxbridge. One is at Forsythe Family Farm, October 10th to 12th, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. They are located at 1025 Craig Road, Uxbridge. Enjoy a classic Farm Thanksgiving celebration featuring a corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin picking, farm animals to feed and pet, a reading trail, and children's play areas. Check the official site for current admission costs. Lindsay Farmers Market offers a

by Larry Doble Thank you to all those volunteers who helped the Hall and Park Board with our annual mixed Greenbank Baseball Tournament on September 25th-27th. There was a Community Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the completion of our LED Lighting system. Members of the Toronto Blue Jays Care Foundation provided activities and prizes for many of the youngsters. Over 20 Greenbank Lions supported the event. The Lions are always looking for more men and women to join our club to pr

by Faye Ashton October is here, and to prove that, two evenings are expected to be close to 1 degree. That means we might have to say goodbye to our tender plants. However, we have enjoyed one of the best growing seasons, as the crops tell the story. The upward price of diesel will definitely take care of any extra profit, though. I’m not aware of any community news this week, but I do want to wish everyone a bountiful Thanksgiving with enough to share with those around us th

by Faye Ashton Beautiful weather ushered in Autumn this past Monday and brought a heavenly week of sunshine and autumn warmth. So perfect for working in the garden or just relaxing in the sun. The near-zero temperatures on several mornings were cause for concern for the tender plants. For once, those attending the International Plowing match held in the Walkerton area didn’t have to trudge through a sea of mud. The brilliance of the September full moon (corn moon) early Satur

by Pat Asling Autumn has officially arrived! Some unusual birds, or rather not often seen, at the feeders are in particular the hairy woodpecker pair and the downy pair. The hairy in particular is very particular, flicking half a dozen seeds out before finding the perfect ones. The flickers are back searching the lawn for those juicy bugs the skunks are digging up! Several folks have birthdays including Shirley Baster, Joyce Brown, our fantastic pianist Ruth Baker, and our lo

By Patricia Dawson Are you stiff, sore, and stressed? Five fun natural ways to reclaim your health. Wellness Workshop fundraiser, Saturday, October 3rd, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 44 William Street, in Bobcaygeon. Cost is $40 per person; register on the sign-up sheet at the church. The Eating Well for Seniors program will take place Thursday, October 8th, from 12 noon to 3:30 p.m., at 100 Head Street, in Bobcaygeon. This class will introduce nutrition

By Patricia Dawson Bring the family for fun bingo at the Bobcaygeon Lions Club on Tuesday, September 29th, from 5:15 to 8 p.m., at 55 Main Street. We are air-conditioned. Come out for an evening of fun, bingo included. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., and the game starts at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds go back to our community. Please remember to bring donations to our food bank. Thank you. The Bobcaygeon Farmers Market is open Saturday, September 26th, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be an am

by Faye Ashton Here comes Autumn with all its glorious colours, changing weather temperatures and the harvesting of all those fields of corn and soybeans we’ve kept an eye on all summer. The cooler mornings spur us on to keep walking and enjoy this time of year more. The Bethesda Reach Women's Institute are once again planning a delectable dessert and fashion show on Thursday, September 24th at 7 p.m., at the Senior Centre on Marietta Street, in Uxbridge. Fashions are provide

by Pat Asling Can you believe September is already half past? The weather has been coolish, although forecasters predict a long, pleasant autumn. We can only hope old man winter stays away for a good long time, victim of El Niño! Several of the birds already seem to be gone to warmer climes. I thought my purple finches had left, and then one lone male showed up for several days. Around the same time, several very striped little birds appeared at the feeders, but many still ha

by Patricia Dawson Bring the whole family out for a weekend of fun to the Lindsay exhibition Saturday, September 19th through Sunday, September 27th. There will be agricultural displays, Truck and Tractor pulls, heavy horse show, horse pulls, antique farm equipment, demonstrations, demolition derbies, livestock competitions, midway, games, a marketplace, live music, and much more! The exhibition kicks off with the horsepower weekend on September 19th and 20th. The cost is $15

by Faye Ashton Have you been listening to the cicadas sing these last few weeks? They certainly fill the night air with such a warm feeling. I was so concerned in the Spring because I didn’t see the honey bees working on the snowdrops and other spring blossoms, and the pear tree was just loaded in bloom. Well, something worked 9-5 because the pear tree was loaded in fruit, but of course a lot of the pears are quite small, which took a lot of picking up when they fell, amid th

By Patricia Dawson Friends of the Lindsay Branch will hold a book sale at the Kawartha Lakes Library in Lindsay on Tuesday, September 15th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, September 19th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Tuesday, come out to St Paul's Anglican Church, 383 Osborne Street, in Beaverton, for drumming for health on September 8th, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is completely free; it's a free community wellness program. All drums, world percussion instruments, and

by Pat Asling It’s probably been 70 years since I last went to the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), so I came across an online piece about three young people given $90 each to see how far they could make it go. I was flabbergasted by the price of the few things they bought: food, playing games, etc. $90 would have seemed like a fortune back in the day, but it didn’t stretch far that day. I can’t imagine how families with several kids could afford to spend much time there.

By Patricia Dawson Bring out the whole family for the Terry Fox benefit concert. Enjoy live music by the Vintages, a silent auction, and snacks on Thursday, September 3rd, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Murphy Barn. Admission is by donation, and proceeds support the Terry Fox Foundation. This will take place at the Coworkers Settlers Village, at 85 Dunn Street, in Lindsay. Friday lunches at the Legion: enjoy a sit-down or take-out lunch featuring ham, scall

By Patricia Dawson The Lindsay Farmers Market will take place on Thursday, August 27th, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is wheelchair accessible and features fresh local products you can purchase, like plants, local honey, fresh baking and bagels, meats, cheese, lunch vendors, and specialty drinks. The location is Wilson Fields, St Joseph Road and Colborne Street, Lindsay. Pets are welcome, and parking is free. Are the kids feeling a little nervous about starting scho

by Faye Ashton The rain this weekend was welcome for the dry earth and the rain barrels that needed filling back up. Hope you have enjoyed the cooler mornings for a walk. Congratulations to all members of the Durham West 4-H Go for the gold! Earlier this week, five members from Durham West travelled to Peterborough County for an evening of challenging questions and fun. After a hard-fought game against the Kawartha Lakes Halliburton team, Durham West came out on top and will