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May 14, 2025

The Parents’ Voice

Water Safety

The allure of water during the hot months we’ve awaited all winter can be very exciting. Cooling off just feels so good, even for little

Touch-a-Truck is coming to town

If there was anything my son was in love with when he was little it was trucks. Big trucks, small trucks, tractors and construction vehicles

Thank our volunteers

In small towns we need volunteers for everything, starting with programs like skating, clubs and sports, to organizations like the Lions and Lionettes who provide

You are who you hang with

As my kids head towards a life where they begin to choose their friends I find myself repeating a sentence that became a motto in

Trying new things

Stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can be a very hard thing for people, including children, to do. How often do

When to stop helping

by Shelley Heaphy Say what? Stop helping? Isn’t it true that we help our kids a lot – with practically everything? Now I don’t mean

Bug Safety

The effects that some bug bites may have on us and our children can make outdoor activities and events very hard to navigate with small

Earth Day at Home

On Apr. 22, the hope is that people from around the globe will be making changes to their daily routines to lessen environmental impact as

Pretend Play

One of the things I love most about children is their ability to pretend. They can become anything or anyone at the drop of a

Water Safety

The allure of water during the hot months we’ve awaited all winter can be very exciting. Cooling off just feels so good, even for little ones. With little ones, the excitement of swimming may be hard for them to hold

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Touch-a-Truck is coming to town

If there was anything my son was in love with when he was little it was trucks. Big trucks, small trucks, tractors and construction vehicles – anytime he would see them pass by he would get so excited. We are

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Thank our volunteers

In small towns we need volunteers for everything, starting with programs like skating, clubs and sports, to organizations like the Lions and Lionettes who provide so much assistance to all those in need in our communities, along with countless others.

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You are who you hang with

As my kids head towards a life where they begin to choose their friends I find myself repeating a sentence that became a motto in my home growing up: “you are who you hang with.” It’s a hard transition when

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Trying new things

Stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can be a very hard thing for people, including children, to do. How often do we go through this with children? It could be new schools, new sports, new siblings,

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Sending your heart out into the world

“When you send your child out in the world it’s like your wearing your heart on your sleeve”, a friend once said this to me about her child and it has always resonated heavily with me. It’s so true. Once

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When to stop helping

by Shelley Heaphy Say what? Stop helping? Isn’t it true that we help our kids a lot – with practically everything? Now I don’t mean helping them by cooking supper, because lets face it we’re not getting rid of that

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Bug Safety

The effects that some bug bites may have on us and our children can make outdoor activities and events very hard to navigate with small children (and pets). I’ve been looking up some tips and tricks with hopes that it’ll

Read More »

Earth Day at Home

On Apr. 22, the hope is that people from around the globe will be making changes to their daily routines to lessen environmental impact as a way to celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is a great opportunity to talk to

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Pretend Play

One of the things I love most about children is their ability to pretend. They can become anything or anyone at the drop of a hat. One minute your child is, well, your child, and the next minute they may

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LOCAL EVENTS
24 May

This Valley I Call Home

May 24, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This Valley I Call Home

On Saturday, May 24, at 2pm, the Bromley Historical Society kicks off its 2025 season with an afternoon of song and history, featuring well know local musician and writer, Gillan Rutz. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His music celebrates his strong connection and love of the Ottawa Valley and the Pontiac.

The Marigolds Live at Little Red Wagon Winery

The Marigolds Live at Little Red Wagon Winery

May 24, 2025
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

The Little Red Wagon require reservations for both the show and dinner. Dinner before the show will start at 6pm, please arrive a bit before to get everyone seated & with drinks.

Ticket link: https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/the-marigolds-suzie-vinnick-caitlin-hanford-gwen-swick-may-24-730

28 Jun

Festival de la Culbute Festival

June 28, 2025
All Day

A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage.
A day filled with celebration;
– The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
– Music and dancing
– Food and drink
– and much more!
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada

28 Jun

PPHS Reunion

June 28, 2025
All Day

PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6

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