Kingston WritersFest
Celebrating the 15th Anniversary in Grand Style  - theHumm September 2023

Kingston WritersFest
Celebrating the 15th Anniversary in Grand Style  - theHumm September 2023

By John Pigeau

In late September, the Kingston WritersFest will be celebrating its 15th anniversary with a terrific lineup of exceptionally talented authors, as well as a focus on “the art of the word beyond the printed page.”

The theme of this year’s festival is “Unbound.”

“We wanted this year’s theme to highlight the fact that written art is not relegated to one style, one form of print — it is alive in song, screen and stage, it defies genre, it is playful, experimental, weird and wonderful,” Festival Artistic Director Aara Maccauley announced earlier in the summer.

Highlighting that theme, this fall’s festival will showcase several multi-disciplinary events including an exhibit featuring the original artwork of Vancouver book jacket designer Oliver McPartlin, a conversation about songwriting with The Gertrudes, a world premiere stage reading of a play by 2023 Voaden Prize-winning playwright Brandon Zang, and a spoken word performance by award-winning poet Britta Badour, better known as Britta B.

Like most years, though, this anniversary-edition of the Kingston WritersFest begins with a bang — with Heather O’Neill and Emma Donoghue reading from their latest novels on opening night.

Beloved national bestselling author Heather O’Neill (The Lonely Hearts Hotel, When We Lost Our Heads) leads things off with a reading from Mystery in the Metro, a novel in serial form, which is being published weekly in the Montreal Gazette over the course of thirty weeks. Afterward, Merilyn Simonds will be in conversation with O’Neill, who says she was curious to try the serial form because “’tis how writers of yore used to publish novels.”

Later that night, multi award-winning international bestselling author Emma Donoghue (Room, The Wonder, The Pull of the Stars) will debut Learned By Heart, her highly-anticipated new novel based on the true story of prolific English diarist Anne Lister, dubbed by many as “the first modern lesbian,” and her love affair with Eliza Raine. The deeply researched book explores Anne’s life, loves, and the bucking of convention in nineteenth century York. After the reading, Donoghue will chat with Festival Director Maccauley about the book and her phenomenal body of work.

Opening night is Wednesday, September 27 — and tickets for these two phenomenal author events should be hot items, so get yours early.

In light of current catastrophes, another highlight of the festival is sure to be John Vaillant reading from his latest book Fire Weather: The Making of a Beast, a stunning account of the colossal wildfire that ravaged Fort McMurray in 2016. Vaillant’s highly acclaimed book takes readers on a riveting journey through the intertwined histories of North America’s oil industry and the birth of climate science, and closely examines the unprecedented devastation wrought by modern forest fires. A lively and important discussion with Warren Mabee, Associate Dean and Director of the School of Policy Studies at Queen’s University, will follow. Vaillant takes to the stage on Thursday, September 28 at 7pm.

The following afternoon, bookseller extraordinaire Ben McNally returns for the always popular Book Lovers’ Lunch. Ben knows books, making this event a festival favourite since 2009. The ticket price includes a tasty lunch and a top-notch list of insightful book recommendations for discerning readers. Organizers say that tickets for this event always go quickly too, so act fast.

Later on Friday afternoon, the incomparable writer, activist and world traveller Rosemary Sullivan will be in conversation with Eric Friesen about the writing life and her much anticipated memoir Where the World Was.

In the evening, Giller Prize-winning author and emergency and addictions physician Vincent Lam takes to the stage to talk about his celebrated novel On the Ravine, a wise and compelling work that compassionately explores the doctor/patient relationship, and the devastating experience of opioid addiction and loss. He’ll be joined by Mike Condra, a physician and advocate for mental health education, for an intimate discussion about the profound impact of the opioid crisis on those struggling with the addiction, and those struggling to treat them.

For something a little lighter, fans of CanLit trivia can expect to enjoy a rousingly good time at Friday night’s Literary Trivia Night, hosted by the charming comedian, radio show host and author Ali Hassan. You’ll want to bring along your smartest bookworm buddies, because festival organizers report they have doubled down on prizes.

Readings and conversations with authors Alicia Elliott (And Then She Fell), Michael Crummey (The Adversary) and Angela Sterritt (Unbroken) highlight Saturday afternoon’s literary programme, while Kingston’s The Gertrudes will give a free community concert, performing songs from their new album Just To Please You. The show will be followed by a discussion with Kingston’s Poet Laureate Sadiqa de Meijer about the art and process of songwriting.

That night, as part of an event called “The Big Idea: CanLit Unbound,” Carol Off will helm a lively panel discussion with four independent Canadian publishers and authors about current trends in CanLit. The panel includes Dundurn Press president and publisher Kwame Scott Fraser, writer and co-founder of Hingston & Olsen Publishing Michael Hingston, novelist and essayist Stephen Marche, and Cobourg-based fiction writer, poet, editor, translator and creative-writing instructor Stuart Ross. The panel will consider the growing trend of AI-generated writing, and what needs to be done to keep CanLit vital and relevant in the future, as chatbots and major mergers loom on the horizon.

On Sunday morning, bestselling and award-winning author Patrick deWitt (French Exit, The Sisters Brothers) will talk about his latest novel The Librarianist, a celebration of the extraordinary in the so-called ordinary life of a retired librarian. Kingston author Mark Sinnett will be in conversation with deWitt.

Also appearing at the festival are Emily Urquhart, Deborah Dundas, Wayne Grady, Otoniya J. Otok Bitek, Catherine Hernandez, Janika Oza, Jason Heroux, Leanne Liberman, Paul Vermeersch and Anuja Varghese.

For a detailed schedule of events — including the festival’s writing retreats and master classes — or to buy tickets, visit kingstonwritersfest.ca .

Please Note: advance sales for the Kingston WritersFest began in mid-July and run until Tuesday, September 26. During the festival, door tickets will be available to purchase online or from the Festival Box Office located in the lobby on the main floor at the Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront.

 

Diana Jackson — Eclectic Creativity - theHumm September 2023

By Sally Hansen

Art… and Soul

Whether she’s sculpting in clay or silver, painting impressionistic acrylic abstracts, or designing new gardens or printed circuit boards, Blakeney artist Diana Jackson brings an extraordinary wealth of creativity to her chosen task. From her own words at her website dianajackson.ca : “There’s no better way to wake then to open your eyes and be eager to dive into a day of work where creative opportunities abound and po......

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Paddle and Parade Partyin Lanark Highlands
Free Event with Special Guest Appearance by Sarah Harmer
- theHumm September 2023

Sarah Harmer is coming to Lanark Highlands, making a special guest appearance on September 16 as part of the Reform Gravel Mining “Rock” Tour of Ontario this summer. Harmer will appear between 3:30 and 5pm on an outdoor stage at Wheelers Maple (1001 Highland Line in McDonalds Corners), along with other local musical luminaries and guest speakers. But that’s not all! Arrive early and participate in a ceremonial paddle around nearby Barbers Lake.

Attracting local supporters, mu......

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It’s Time to Hitthe Back Roads!
North Frontenac Back Roads Studio Tour
- theHumm September 2023

Get ready for the tenth annual North Frontenac Back Roads Studio Tour, taking place on the weekend of September 23 and 24. This year there will be 25 artists exhibiting in 15 different locations from one end of North Frontenac Township to the other. From Cloyne, through Fernleigh and Ardoch, on to Plevna, then Ompah, Snow Road and Mississippi Station, the tour wends its way through some of the loveliest wild countryside in Ontario, at possibly the most beautiful time of year.

The 22 re......

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Fibrefest: A Festival of the Fibre Arts - theHumm September 2023

Come out to the friendly town of Almonte on September 9 and 10 for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s 28th annual Fibrefest almontefibrefest.ca . Taking place at three locations — the Almonte Community Centre, the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum and the Almonte Old Town Hall, admission to Fibrefest is only $8 per day and grants access to all sites. Local guilds will demonstrate spinning, knitting, weaving, rug-hoo......

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Westporch Festival 2023 - theHumm September 2023

Come to Westport on Saturday, September 23 from noon to 9pm for the return of the popular Westporch event, where visitors and residents meet businesses on front porches around the village for fun, food and fabulous entertainment!

Westporch is a free outdoor walking tour of Westport, as front porches become a showcase for regional artists, musicians, activities and treats.

This year’s event will feature 15 porches with live music and entertainment throughout the day. ......

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Sundance Artisan Show
Free Outdoor Show on Labour Day Weekend
- theHumm September 2023

Celebrating its 17th year, the Sundance Artisan Show invites you to spend time along a beautiful riverbank setting with 40 local artists in Maberly, Ontario during Labour Day weekend.

Peppered across two acres of forest, field and riverfront will be a diverse group of creators specializing in various art forms: pottery, wood, sheet metal, stained glass, artisan soaps, fibre art, jewellery, clothing and blown glass, to name a few. The artists have been working hard ov......

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Spirits of theCounting House
Paranormal Investigations at the Museum…
- theHumm September 2023

Are you intrigued by the paranormal? If so, Spirits of the Counting House is your chance to learn about paranormal investigations! The Counting House, now the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM), has been in use for over 150 years. It’s seen many people come and go, but have any of them lingered? Join G.H.O.S.T. Canada and Nightwatchmen Investigative Team as they look into this very question on Saturday, September 16.

They will be teaching a workshop from 3–5p......

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Friends of MMPLFall Book Sale - theHumm September 2023

The Friends of Mississippi Mills Public Library are holding their annual book sale in Almonte from October 20–22. September is the month to go through your books and bag the ones you would like to donate to the book sale. The funds raised from the sale will go towards supporting and expanding the programming in both the Almonte and Pakenham branches of the library.

Already this year the Friends are proud to have been able to help cover the cost of the children’s summer programming. They also hope to be able to allow both branches of the library to expand programming in the coming mont......

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Learn Again in Almonte this Autumn - theHumm September 2023

Learning Again in Almonte welcomes back popular presenter Tom Shoebridge with a course entitled Exploring the Magic of Cinema. Commencing September 14, participants will view six films followed by informed discussions where participants share their insights and reactions. While the titles are a secret, they include Canadian and international features and one remarkable feature-length documentary. Prepare to broaden your experience of cinema! Reserve your seat by registering now at

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Raise Funds for a Good Cause (and Many Paws!)
Arnprior Humane Society’s Fall Fundraisers
- theHumm September 2023

By Submitted the Arnprior & DistrictHumane Society

The Arnprior & District Humane Society is proud to be a No Kill shelter for cats and dogs in our community.

We provide a safe haven for lost, abandoned and neglected animals. We ensure that all critters in our care are provided shelter, food, veterinary attention and lots of tender loving care. Our dedicated staff and volunteers labour each and every day to keep animals safe until they find their forever home.

We are not funded by government. The daily operation of the sh......

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A Meal for All - theHumm September 2023

By David Hinks

I recently enjoyed a great breakfast and stimulating conversation organized by a community group with a mission. “A Meal for All” is a relatively new initiative created by an enthusiastic group of volunteers in Almonte. Breakfast is served every Thursday from 8:30–11:30am at the Community Presbyterian Church at 111 Church Street in Almonte. Breakfast is free and everyone is welcome. A free will donation may be made.

Food insecurity is a reality for many throughout Mississippi Mills. A report by......

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MAG Artists’ Studio Tour
Popular Tour Returns on Sept. 30 & Oct. 1
- theHumm September 2023

It’s been a while, but the Merrickville Artists Guild (MAG) Studio Tour returns at the height of autumn for one weekend only – September 30 and October 1 from 10am to 5pm each day.

For the past two years MAG chose caution, particularly for participating artists and studio visitors, with a hiatus on in-person tours. Now it’s time for local artists to throw open the studio doors and welcome the public back again, as has been the tradition since 1985!

This year’s 22 participants are eager to......

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The Colours of the Bells - theHumm September 2023

If you think that a drive through the country on a crisp Fall morning will stir your senses, there is no better place to drive than to the Perth Farmers’ Market, especially on the morning of Saturday, September 30. Not only will the pungent sights and smells of autumn be found wafting through the air, but the sounds drifting out of the Crystal Palace will further enhance the experience.

The “Belles of St. Paul’s” are delighted to return to this locale to play pieces that were learned for the Ontario Guild of English Hand Bell Ringers Festival in Kingston last spring. It has been said ......

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CAMMAC Chorus Performs in Arnprior - theHumm September 2023

By — Rosalind Spencer is President of CAMMAC OttawaGatineau, and Cochair of CAMMAC Ottawa Valley

On September 10 at 3pm, the CAMMAC Ottawa Valley chorus will perform their annual choir concert in the spectacular cathedral setting of St. John Chrysostom Church in Arnprior.

Now in its 70th year, CAMMAC (Canadian Amateur Musicians / Musiciens Amateurs du Canada) draws choristers for a summer choir from up and down the Ottawa Valley, including Pembroke, Cobden, Almonte, Pakenham, Carleton Place, Arnprior, White Lake, Waba, Braeside and Sand Point.

This year the concert showcases......

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Help Interval House to Help Youth Survivors - theHumm September 2023

The increased demand for youth support services at Lanark County Interval House and Community Support indicates the pressing need for interventions and programs that address the specific needs of these young individuals who have been exposed to family violence. By providing comprehensive protection and support services, LCIHCS can help youth survivors and those at risk of violence to break the cycle of abuse and prevent future instances of harm. In addition to direct support services, public education and awareness-raising initiatives in schools play a crucial role in preventing and addre......

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A New Season for Almonte in Concert
World-Class Music in anAcoustically Exceptional Venue
- theHumm September 2023

By — Maureen Nevins is the Artistic Director of Almonte in Concert

Once again, it is time to mark your calendars for another season of brilliant music performed by an array of exceptional artists. Discover new favourites and hear masterpieces and classics you love. There will be something for everyone’s ears to enjoy!

The series opens on October 28 with pianists Agne Radzeviciute and Dmitri Levkovich. These young artists boast international careers as soloists and as a duo. On the program of this piano extravaganza: works written for 1 to......

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We’ve Seen the Future - theHumm September 2023

By Glenda Jones

If I’d known then (1960) what I know now, I’d not have fallen for the old adage that girls could only be teachers, nurses or secretaries. Maybe I’d have been brave enough to have donned a hard hat, visi-vest and boots, and become a forestry student. However, those were the days when forestry people were all men. Forest firefighters were enlisted among the guys in the bar. If you were old enough to drink, you were old enough to get your butt out the door and protect your community. All y......

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Artisan Village at the Falls - theHumm September 2023

By Kris Riendeau

Artisan Village at the Falls is a funky new endeavour housed in a fabulous building in the heart of downtown Smiths Falls. Committed to providing a space for creative thinkers to explore and express their art, the Village’s retail artist studios provide a place for painters, sculptors, jewellers and other creators to showcase their work. They also offer rental space for individuals and groups looking for a place to get creative. theHumm dropped by with some copies of our August issue and ended......

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Public Pottery Studio Opening in Athens - theHumm September 2023

The Clay Studio Collective (CSC) is set to open this fall in Athens, Ontario as a permanent public pottery studio for all ceramic artists in the Leeds & Grenville Region.

The Collective is an enthusiastic group of potters that will run and share the pottery studio. Membership is either monthly, hourly or event-based to attend classes and workshops. Once open, their facilities will offer a staggering amount of equipment, with ten pottery wheels, kilns, hand building equipment and storage space......

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The Seven Gifts — Good News! - theHumm September 2023

By Submitted Mississippi MillsAll My Relations

Mississippi Mills All My Relations (MMAMR) is delighted to report that we have reached our fundraising goal of $130,000 for our Seven Gifts Truth and Reconciliation project! The generous support of local individuals, businesses and organizations in our community has been vital in helping us reach this goal. We would also like to acknowledge the funding received through the many grants that aided this immense project to come to fruition. These include the Canada Legacy Fund, Cana......

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Mississippi Squares
Dancing in a Vibrant Community
- theHumm September 2023

By Vince and Debbie Guthro

Mississippi Squares, a vibrant and spirited square dancing club, has been a dynamic part of the community since its inception in 1986. Nestled in the heart of Lanark County, this lively club draws its name from the nearby Mississippi River and Lake. It’s an area rich in community spirit, and Mississippi Squares has embodied this spirit for decades.

Offering a warm welcome to all, Mississippi Squares has evolved into one of the most prominent members of the Eastern Ont......

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Explore Art in the Madawaska Valley
Local Artists Open Their Doors During Popular Autumn Studio Tour
- theHumm September 2023

With fall colours on full display, the majestic landscapes of the Madawaska Valley transform into a natural work of art at this time of year. It’s easy to understand why so many artists and artisans are drawn to this rugged yet beautiful part of the world. Their art and their inspiring surroundings will both be on display during the two-day Madawaska Valley Studio Tour, taking place on September 30 and October 1. It’s the perfect opportunity to take in the spectacular scenery and experie......

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Talking Across Difference
How Can We Have Conversations that Bring Us Together?
- theHumm September 2023

By Deborah Conners, PhD

Conflict in communities, in families and among friends seems increasingly visible, and the resulting separations can be painful. How can we have conversations that bring us together rather than drive us apart? Many of us were raised in families and communities where disagreements were pushed under the rug, or the “answer” imposed by a parent or community leader. Being able to engage in conversations from different points of view without ending up making the situation worse is a skill that is desperately needed in our communities today.

Would you like more skills for engaging in diffic......

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Literary Evenings in Almonte
Presented by Mill Street Books at the Almonte Library
- theHumm September 2023

Almonte’s Mill Street Books is delighted to present a series of literary evenings with favourite authors from near and far this autumn. They will take place from 6:30–8pm at the Almonte Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library and are free of charge, but registration is required at missmillslibrary.com .

An Evening with Roy MacGregor is first on the roster, on Wednesday, September 13 from 6:30-8:30pm. Come spend the evening......

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Community Theatre Expo - theHumm September 2023

If you have ever participated in, or even been curious about community theatre, here’s your chance to find out more about it! On September 9 from 10am to 5pm at the Osgoode Community Centre, a group of local troupes are holding a Community Theatre Expo. This free event is open to all ages and features acting and production workshops, ongoing demonstrations, and information about local theatre companies. There’s even a costume photo booth, a video puppet show and face painting for kids!

Worksho......

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Back to School Portraits
Supporting the Mississippi Mills Public Library
- theHumm September 2023

Stephanie de Montigny, owner of Pure Natural Portraits, has put together an exciting event for a great cause. This year’s annual Back to School portrait event will be held on September 10 at the Almonte branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (MMPL), where children can enjoy a day of portraits and exploring educational opportunities in celebration of the new school year, all while supporting the local library. All proceeds from the registration fee will be donated to MMPL ......

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Two Terrific Tributes - theHumm September 2023

This autumn, Dream Rock Promotions presents two terrific tribute bands at Perth’s Farrell Hall. Both are 19+ events that start at 8pm, and tickets can be purchased from Tickets Please (TicketsPlease.ca, 485–6434) for $34 plus fees (or at the door, if available, for $39).

On September 23, Bootleg Creedence presents the timeless sounds of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty solo albums. Based on the shores of southern Georgian Bay, they may not have been Born on the Bayou, bu......

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Expressions of Art - theHumm September 2023

The West Carleton Arts Society is delighted to announce that its signature show, Expressions of Art, is returning this fall! Taking place on October 7 (8am to 4pm) and 8 (10am to 4pm), this exhibition and sale will showcase the creative talents of more than thirty top artists from the Ottawa region, all selected through a formal independent jurying process. The show has been held annually for more than 25 years, and is currently presented at the Carp Agricultural Hall.

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Valley Players AlmonteArt and Community at Play - theHumm September 2023

By Submitted the VPA Board

It is with much pride and excitement that we are announcing a re-launching of Valley Players Almonte!

Valley Players Almonte (VPA) is a theatre of and for our community, led through the inspiration and efforts of the volunteers who comprise our theatre family. We are committed to providing high quality, inclusive, and diverse theatre for Almonte and the Ottawa Valley, with at least two productions per year. We are starting with It Had To Be You in December 2023 and moving to an imme......

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Perth Autumn Studio Tour - theHumm September 2023

Mark your calendars for a captivating weekend of artistic immersion at the 31st annual Perth Studio Tour. Taking place over the Thanksgiving weekend on October 7 and 8, this year’s tour offers a unique opportunity to explore a myriad of artistic expressions at four rural stops, while also spotlighting the talents of emerging artists.

For over three decades, the Perth Autumn Studio Tour has been a testament to the vibrant creativity that defines the community. As the tour cele......

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Come Sing with Us! - theHumm September 2023

By Pauline Cherry and Kris Riendeau

If you love to sing but prefer not to perform, have we got a choir for you!

We are a small community choir based out of Almonte, some of whom have been together for about 13 years. Currently our members come from Almonte, Perth, Kanata, Carleton Place, Pakenham and Arnprior.

Since we are not a performing choir, but rather a workshop and teaching choir whose repertoire includes several genres of music, we are able to tackle some of the more challenging choral music because we don’t have to prepare for concerts. As a choir comprising many seniors, we know that “music makes you smar......

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Kingston WritersFest
Celebrating the 15th Anniversary in Grand Style 
- theHumm September 2023

By John Pigeau

In late September, the Kingston WritersFest will be celebrating its 15th anniversary with a terrific lineup of exceptionally talented authors, as well as a focus on “the art of the word beyond the printed page.”

The theme of this year’s festival is “Unbound.”

“We wanted this year’s theme to highlight the fact that written art is not relegated to one style, one form of print — it is alive in song, screen and stage, it defies genre, it is playful, experimental, weird and wonderful,” Festi......

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Glorious Gloria Gopher
New Statue along Almonte’s Alameda
- theHumm September 2023

By Heather Phaneuf

If you walk, run, ride or dream along the Almonte Alameda, take time to stop and inhale not just the fresh air but the stories all around you. Wonder how a gopher, a much-loved puppet character, earned a classical bronze statue from friends in the community.

There have been rumours for months, but that’s all behind us now! Just there, facing the recreational trail beside the children’s section of the local library, Gloria Gopher has been bronzed, patinated and raised on a class......

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Capturing a Moment: Nat Capitanio at MERA - theHumm September 2023

For the month of September, the art of Nat Capitanio will be on display at the MERA Schoolhouse. You are invited to McDonalds Corners for the show’s opening event on September 9.

Nat has been an artist all his life. His family immigrated to Canada from Italy when he was three years old. He showed an interest in art, and especially drawing, from an early age. He attended a three-year intensive arts course at the Central Technical School in Toronto. There, he challenged himself by learning ar......

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A Country Music Mission
Harmony Concerts Presents Freddy Vette & His Rhinestone Plowboys in Perth
- theHumm September 2023

On September 23, Harmony Concerts kick-starts their 2023/24 season at Studio Theatre Perth with a performance by Freddy Vette & His Rhinestones Plowboys. This show is sure to appeal to country fans in the Valley, as their goal is “keeping traditional country music alive, one hit at a time!” theHumm reached out to Freddy to find out more about their upcoming show.

theHumm: I love that you describe traditional country music as “crying steel guitar, heartbreak harmonies, r......

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Generous Helpings
A Safari Dinner Fundraiserfor The Hunger Stop
- theHumm September 2023

By Denise Beaulne

Almonte has grown over the last few years, and so have the needs of the Lanark County Foodbank — The Hunger Stop, especially as we’ve seen food prices soar. Sounds like a perfect opportunity to reignite the Almonte Safari Dinner fundraiser.

A safari dinner (or progressive dinner) takes the form of a dinner party in which each successive course is prepared and eaten at the residence of three different hosts, all within a ten-minute drive of the Almonte Old Town Hall, where one of......

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The Pied Piper of Pizza… and Organs! - theHumm September 2023

By Robert Sneyd

A native of California, Dave Wickerham first played with an electronic organ at four years of age, and was at the pipe organ six years later. While living in Arizona for twelve years from his early teens, he became assistant organist at three Organ Stop Pizza restaurants. Emerging as a gifted entertainer, he graduated from university having studied classical organ for six years.

Moving to the Chicago area in 1984, he carried on this “work and play” duet: staff organist at Pipes and Pizza, a......

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Rideau Artist of the Year Competition
Everyone is Welcome to Watch the Artistic Fun!
- theHumm September 2023

On Saturday and Sunday, September 9 and 10, Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum will host the 2023 Rideau Artist of the Year Competition. Spectators are invited to the picturesque grounds of the museum, where artists will be creating original works that capture the beauty of Smiths Falls — where industrial heritage meets the natural landscape — in the tradition of en plein air art making.

For more information, please contact Megan McIlvenna by calling 283–6311 o......

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Hope Requires Action!
Climate Network Lanark Presents 5 Do-able Ones
- theHumm September 2023

By Chandler Swain

This summer we have witnessed the Climate Crisis in relentless action across the planet. For decades, climate scientists have clearly predicted exactly what is happening with our increasingly violent weather. It’s caused by rising temperatures. Simple as that. Greenhouse Gases are keeping the heat in. Burning fossil fuels is responsible. More than ever, citizens are wanting to act to slow the progress of the devastation.

I attended the Climate Network Lanark (CNL) Strategic Planning......

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