Community Events
NOW – Monday May 21st: Hey Lake of Bays! Irwin Memorial Public School wants your scrap metal. Until May 21st you can drop off your scrap metal items in the bin in the school parking lot (1011 Dwight Beach Road). Proceeds from fundraising go toward supporting Irwin students with learning and physical activity. They can accept: appliances (except microwaves), lawn mowers, steel railings, metal lawn furniture, pots & pans, cutlery, empty cans, copper pipe, wire, rims, bed springs, bicycles, metal office equipment, barbeques, car parts, all other metal materials except (wood stoves, computers, microwaves, propane tanks, water filters, carpentry levels). Please no plastics, wood or garbage.
Tuesday April 17th – Sunday July 15th: An exhibition of recent work by the members of the Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour will be on display at the Canada Summit Centre from April 17 to July 15. The Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour is a group of professional artists and craftspeople from across the District of Muskoka who open their studios to the public each autumn. The public is cordially invited to attend a reception and meet the artists on Friday April 27th from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at the Canada Summit Centre. Contact Susan Higgins 705-635-9733, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.
Saturday May 12th – Saturday June 9th: Muskoka Arts & Crafts Chapel Gallery presents Reflections of Nature. This solo exhibition by Janine Marson opens with an artist’s reception on Saturday, May 12 between 1pm and 4pm. Reflections of Nature will be on display at Muskoka Arts & Crafts Chapel Gallery from May 12 until June 9. The Chapel Gallery is located at 15 King Street in Bracebridge. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, from 10am to 5pm with admission by donation. For more information, please visit www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com, or call (705) 645-5501.
Tuesday May 15th, Thursday May 17th: Huntsville Public School presents: Annie Jr. at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Huntsville Public School office. All proceeds will be going toward Free the Children adopt a village in Sierra Leon and future musical projects.
Saturday May 19th: Tawingo College Spring Garage Sale from 8am – 3pm at Camp Tawingo - 1844 Ravenscliffe Rd. This event is in support of Free the Children and the Grade 7/8 class trip. The items are donated by many families from the school and there is lots of great stuff!
Saturday May 19th: Washago Community Centre annual garage sale on May 19 from 8 to 1pm. There are 15 vendors outside and another 15 vendors inside the building. The inside vendors are doing a Mom/Mom sale with gently used children's clothing, furniture and toys. Lunch will be served - sausage on bun, hot dogs, pop and coffee.
Saturday May 19th: The Sprucedale and District Horticultural Society will be holding their annual fundraiser Plant Sale From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Novar Foodland Parking Lot. There will be many hardy perennials from local area gardens, as well as annuals, houseplants, herbs etc. at very reasonable prices. Find valuable gardening advice from experienced local gardeners.
Saturday May 19th: Annual Bent River Historical Hall (Old Schoolhouse) Plant Sale from 10am til Noon. The Old School House is located at 1120 Rosseau Lake Rd 1, off Hwy 141 in Bent River.
Saturday May 19th: Hospice Muskoka Rocks: a night of amazing local talent! Performers include: Drew Taylor, Rob & Joe, Kassandra Cutting, Pressure Point, M.T. & The Toasters, Crimes in Paris, Papas Delicate Condition PDC, and Led Zeppelin Explosion. It is at the Rotary Centre for Youth in Bracebridge, doors open at 6:30pm and tickets are $15 per person.
Saturday May 19th: Pioneer Plant Sale at the Muskoka Lakes Museum in Port Carling, from 9 am until 2 pm. Choose from a selection of plants from their museum gardens, stock on locally grown perennials and veggies from the museums volunteer gardeners and local nurseries, and enjoy delicious complimentary refreshments! Plants are $1, $2, or $5 per pot! There will be a free carry out service. All proceeds from this sale support this seasons programming. For more information call 765-5367, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.mlmuseum.com. The museum is located on James Bartleman Island Park, between the locks in Port Carling. There is free parking throughout the community.
Saturday May 19th: 844 Norseman Air Cadets will be holding a YARD SALE Saturday May 19 8am - 1 pm in the parking lot of Branch 232 Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion. Anyone wishing to rent a table for $15, please leave a message at (705) 789-7858. Spaces are limited. Anyone wishing to donate items can drop them off at the Cadet Office (at the back of the Legion) May 17/18.
Sunday May 20th: The Bay Lake Property Owners Association is hosting their annual pancake breakfast and silent auction from 9:00 a.m. until noon. It is at the Clear Lake/Bay Lake Hall and is $6.00 for Adults, $4.00 for kids 5 – 12 years old, and free for kids 4 and under. There will be lots of pancakes, sausages and great silent auction items donated by many of the business in the surrounding area. Everyone is welcome!
Sunday May 20th: South River/Sundridge Flying Club presents a Pancake Breakfast! It is at the South River/Sundridge Airport, 9am till noon is a pancake/sausage breakfast for $6, noon till 3pm you can get a sausage (smokies) on a bun for $6! There will be live music by Paul Whitfield and Friends, bring the kids to see the planes! Everyone is welcome!
Sunday May 20th: Knox Presbyterian Church is hosting a community Victoria Weekend BBQ Luncheon from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the church, 45 McMurray St. across from the old high school building. Fresh BBQ'd hamburger or sausage on a bun with your choice of drink and dessert for $6, and for the kids, a hotdog with their choice of drink and dessert for $5. This is a congregational fundraiser for our future new church home. Bring the family. Monday May 21st: The Sprucedale and District Horticultural Society will hold their third meeting of the 2012 season on Monday May 21 at the Sprucedale Community Centre. The Guest speaker will be Lynda Cippola speaking on flower design. The doors will open at 7:00 PM. Everyone is welcome. Bring your coffee mug, enjoy the refreshments and exchange plant materials from the free green table.
Monday May 21st: 1st Annual Kris Clement Memorial Golf Tournament at Muskoka Highlands. It is $150 per player which includes cart, 18 holes, lunch, and lots of great prizes! It is an 8 am shotgun start, scramble, and $5,000 for a hole in one! All proceeds go towards Kris’ GHS bursary fund. To register, contact Muskoka Highlands at www.muskokahighlands.com or call 646-1060.
Tuesday May 22nd: The Bracebridge Horticultural Society is celebrating their 80th Anniversary at their general meeting on Tuesday May 22nd at 7:30pm, at the Seniors Centre on Dominion St. The speaker will be Gary Carlson from Orillia talking on Daylilies. There will be special refreshments, cake and celebrations. Don't miss it! For more information call 645-0004.
Tuesday May 22nd: CNIB Low Vision Clinic in Huntsville! Wanting information on vision health or interested in learning about CNIB services or supports? CNIB staff are available to answer questions and demonstrate specialized products. They are located at the Muskoka Traditions Retirement Home 16 Legacy Lane Huntsville from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. An appointment is required if you would like to be assessed for magnifiers and may be arranged by calling 705-728-3352 ext 5200 or 1-800-563-0887 ext 5200.
Wednesday May 23rd: The South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is excited to announce its upcoming Spring Fashion Show which will be held on Wednesday May 23rd at 7pm at Muskoka Highlands Golf Club. Tickets are $20 and are available at the retailers whose fashions and accessories will be on show that evening: Mia, Little Black Bow, Pelican Bay, Muskoka Highlands Pro Shop and the SMMH Gift Shop. Enjoy a wonderful evening of fashion and fun in support of our community hospital.
Thursday May 24th: The Bracebridge Public Library Facility Working Group would like to invite senior members in the community to join them on Thursday, May 24 at 2pm in the library. This is your opportunity to let them know how you think an expanded library can benefit the community. RSVP preferred. Please call 705-645-4171.
Saturday May 26th: Friends for Life Walk-A-Thon in support of the OSPCA Muskoka Animal Centre. The walk starts at 9am from Annie Williams Memorial Park in Bracebridge. Register online at www.ospcawalk.ca to start fundraising today!
Saturday May 26th: Pete’s Pilgrimage for the “B” Student. Chief Custodian at St. Dom’s, Peter Cassidy, will be retiring at Christmas and has created a bursary for the “B” Student, as a way to say thanks for his years at the school. The Pilgrimage (walk) takes place at 9 am, rain or shine, starting from St. Dom’s, 955 Cedar Lane, Bracebridge. Entry fee is $20 with 100% of proceeds going toward the bursary. The walk will be followed by a BBQ and games! Call 646-8925 for more information!
Saturday May 26th: Gravenhurst Swap & Play Event from 8:30am-11:30am at Gull Lake Park in Gravenhurst (raindate the following day, same time & place). A community event where local parents and businesses can swap and sell maternity and children's goods while the kids play at the park! Free admission, proceeds from table booking fees will be divided evenly between the Gravenhurst La Leche League and the Kendall Pearson Fund. All potential vendors MUST pre-register to book their table space by contacting This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with the type of table they would like space for at the sale ($10 'mom' or $20 'business'). All goods and services must be related to maternity and childhood.
Saturday May 26th: Join the Baysville Friends of the Library for a Cruise Theme Dinner and Silent Auction. Fully catered event by “My Chef in Muskoka”. Tickets are $50 each and are available at the Baysville Library or by calling 767-2361.
Saturday May 26th: The Trout Creek Lions Club is holding its largest one day fundraising event on Saturday May 26th. The HUGE QUILT AUCTION, with over 50 quilts available both live and silent auctions, penny sale and Spaghetti supper . Viewing of quilts starts at 11 am and the auction begins at 1 pm- Penny sale from 11am to 6pm. They accept Visa, Mastercard and Debit, check out the website www.tclionsclub.com.
Saturday May 26th: Muskoka Trails Council is hosting a High-Tec Hike from 11 am to 2 pm at Avery Park in Huntsville, parents and their young children will participate in a hike, a full lunch, stories and – for the first year – geocaching. Geocaching, a high-tech scavenger hunt, is an activity enjoyed all over the world with a sizeable following in Muskoka. Using handheld GPS units or smartphone apps, geocachers hunt down small bundles hidden anywhere and everywhere. Contact Muskoka Family Focus for more information. Transportation will be available from Gravenhurst and Bracebridge. Registration is free, by telephone (705-645-3027) or by email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
Saturday May 26th: Bracebridge Horticultural Society's Annual Plant and Bake Sale at their Millennium Garden on Ecclestone Drive. Members plant divisions and some of the best baking in town. The sale starts at 8:30am.
Saturday May 26th: May is Community Living Month! Go to Morrison’s Meadows for a Free Pancake Breakfast at their Farm from 8 to 11am. Drop in and learn more about the Farm and Community Living South Muskoka. Buy lunch or bring a picnic, take a hayride for a toonie and tour the property. Hayrides run until 2pm. Their annual walk-a-thon will also be taking place that day, from 9 to 10:30am. Morrison’s Meadows Farm is at 1177 Fraserburg Rd., Bracebridge. There is lots of free parking!
Sunday May 27th: The 3rd Annual Muskoka Gumball Rally. Departures from the Huntsville Canadian Tire between 10am and 11am, and is $5 per vehicle registration. Everyone is welcome! Proceeds will be donated to Hospice Huntsville and The Huntsville Hospital Dialysis Unit. Contact Randy at 787-0050 for more information.
Sunday May 27th: A fundraiser for the Ravenscliffe Hall will be held on Sunday, May 27th from 2 - 4 pm at St. John's Anglican Church, 1532 Ravenscliffe Rd. in Huntsville. The concert features Bevan Wilson; The Huntsville Youth Choir under the direction of Ruth Cassie and Northern Comfort. Admission is by donation.
Sunday May 27th: Muskoka-Parry Sound Community Mental Health Service is hosting Defeat Depression, raising awareness and defeating stigma towards Depression and Mental Illness. Participate in this 2 or 5 K walk, run, pole or roll on May 27th. Location is the Bracebridge Resource Management Centre. Registration opens at 9 a.m., event starts at 10 a.m. Graeme Murray of Team Canada's Olympic Sledge Hockey Team will be in attendance to show his support to this cause. To register or if you are interested in fund raising please contact Brent Baker at 705-645-2262 or visit www.defeatdepression.ca. A portion of the funds raised will support the Physical Activities Service of Muskoka-Parry Sound Community Mental Health Service.
Tuesday May 29th: The Bracebridge Public Library Facility Working Group would like to invite members of the public to join them on Tuesday, May 29 at 2pm in the library. This is your opportunity to let them know how you think an expanded library can benefit the community. RSVP preferred. Please call 705-645-4171.
Saturday June 2nd: Penny Sale and Silent Auction at Utterson Hall from 8am to 3pm. Ticket drawing start at 3pm and refreshments will be available! Penny sale tickets 25 for $1, draw tickets 3 for $1! Proceeds will go to the Utterson Live Wires (Seniors Club), charitable organizations, and community projects. There will be over 200 items to choose from!
Saturday June 2nd: Port Sydney/Utterson and Area Chamber of Commerce present a Port Sydney-wide Yard Sale! You can register to be a vendor at the Chamber Office 15 South Mary Lake Road at Hwy 11. For more information, check out www.portsydneycoc.com or call 385-1117.
Sunday June 3rd: The Huntsville Fire Department Association’s annual Pike Challenge is at the Huntsville Town Docks! Funds raised in the tournament are used for fire safety or public education materials, specialized equipment or donating to worthwhile causes within the community. All are welcome to register and compete for prizes and bragging rights! It is $180 team entry, with over 70% cash payback to top 5 teams, and big fish merchandise prizes. Tournament hours are 7:30am-4pm., and the free kids casting event will be held form 1pm-3pm. Register online at www.huntsvillepikechallenge.ca or for more information call Rob at 787-0847. Come out and support the Huntsville Fire Department Association!
Wednesday June 6th: Hospice Huntsville Annual General Meeting with registration at 5pm at the Chartwell Select Muskoka Traditions, Muskoka Room (lower level). The Volunteer Awards & Annual General Meeting commence at 5:15pm. Light Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by May 28th to Hospice Huntsville 705-789-6878.
Wednesday June 6th - Thursday June 7th: The 2012 Muskoka Summit on the Environment on Biodiversity Loss will take place at the Rene Caisse Theatre in Bracebridge. Structured to accommodate all levels of knowledge, the Summit will feature eight speakers who will highlight issues and trends and examine policy options for future action. Registration includes lunch, dinner and snacks with a special rate for students and the general public. To register, visit muskokasummit.org.
Thursday June 7th: Huntsville Public School is having 125th Anniversary BBQ from 5 to 7 pm. There will be Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Cake Cutting, Dunk Tank and Games, and Music by FM 105.5, and Mel Candelaria from the FM105.5 Big Breakfast Morning Show will be taking a seat in the Dunk Tank!
Saturday June 9th: The Gravenhurst Lions Club is holding a yard sale at the Muskoka Wharf. The sale is Saturday June 9th, from 6:30 am to 12:30 pm, in the Lions Pavilion. There are lots of treasures to be found!
Thursday June 14th: Join in Glen Orchard Public School's Fun Night . Their School Council is presenting a Fun Night on Thursday June 14th from 5:30pm to 8pm. They are celebrating a great year with fun-filled activities and a BBQ to raise money for the school! Contact Glen Orchard Public School @ (705)765-3144 for more information.
Friday June 15th – Sunday June 17th: Ashley’s Angels at Muskoka Madtrax and Hobbies in Huntsville, an RC Pro Canadian Series charity event. Ashley's Angels is a fundraising initiative that funds liver transplant research at Toronto's 'SickKids' hospital. Ashley is a lively 5 year old girl, who underwent a transplant a few years ago. There will be upwards of 200 people attending the event. They will have children's activities, food and many other exciting events taking place throughout the duration of the weekend as well as the actual RC race. Go check it out!
Thursday June 21st: “Her Wake” comes to Baysville! This play is based on an Irish Wake and takes place at the Baysville Seniors Centre at 7pm. Tickets are $15 each and available at the Library or by calling 767-2361. Coffee, tea, and desserts will be served. Seats are limited.
Saturday June 23rd: “Paige’s Hit the Links Fore Locks” 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at Windemere Golf and Country Club. Join them for a great day of golf at a fantastic course and help raise much needed money for local children. A Childs Voice Foundation is there to help these kids who are sick or disabled to get the day to day necessities that they need. To learn more about the Foundation, please visit www.acvf.ca. Meet Paige at the Golf Tournament, tons of prizes, and hole in one contest. It is $150 per person or $100 per person with pledges of $500.00 each which includes 18 great holes of golf with a cart, steak dinner, and prizes. Please register by June15th, pledges are due the day of tournament.
Saturday June 23rd – Sunday July 15th: In celebration of Multiculturalism Day in Canada (June 27th), the Muskoka Multicultural Association will be hosting their annual Muskoka Multicultural Art Festival (MMAF) from June 23 rd until July 15 th. This event will be held at Zensations Emporium Art/Gift Gallery in Gravenhurst, and will showcase pieces of work from local artists and students.
Saturday June 30th: 100th Anniversary Celebration of Bent River School. The event is from 10am to 4pm at 1120 Rosseau Lake Rd 1, off Hwy 141 in Bent River. Bring any copies of family or school photos that you may have to share. Let anyone you know who attended or taught at the school of the festivities. For more information contact June at 769-3515.
Saturday July 7th: YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka host an Adult and Youth Team Golf Tournament. It takes place at Deerhurst Resort Lakeside Gold Course in Huntsville. The event will consist of a team of two people, one adult and one youth between the ages of 7 and 13. Their goal is to have 36 teams in total, which will make this a fun and memorable event for everyone involved. They are kindly asking participants to help them help local families by participating in this event. If you are interested in participating in the tournament, making a donation of any kind, sponsorship opportunities, or require more information please contact Brent McIntosh at the YMCA Employment Service – Huntsville at 705-787-0349 or via email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Ongoing Events in the Community
The Kearney Legion Branch 276 will be having a wing night, every Friday night from 6pm to 10pm! Everyone is welcome!
Saint Mary's School in Huntsville is asking for your help. The play and baseball fencing area needs to be desperately repaired, and the school is hoping you will donate some items to get it fixed and make it safer for the kids. There's a bin at the front of the school and items they're looking for include steel, aluminum or copper products, bike frames, barbecue lids, car batteries, fridges and even pop cans. The school is accepting donations from now until after the May long weekend. Saint Mary's is located on Silverwood Drive and can be seen from Highway 11.
V.K. Greer School Council is running a Scrap Metal & E-Waste Drive at All Ontario Recycling. Turn your TRASH into CASH for V.K. Greer. Proceeds will go toward Wish List items which include: Field Trips, Graduation and Technology for Classrooms. They will be collecting until Saturday June 2nd.
Muskoka Tourism Marketing Agency (MTMA) has launched an exciting new promotion: What’s Your Muskoka? Video Contest. Enter a video on Facebook about what Muskoka means to you for a chance to win some wonderful prize packages. The contest will run until Nov. 26th, 2012, Simply create a video (two minutes or less) – that fits into one of the four categories: PEOPLE, ARTS, ENVIRONMENT, EXPERIENCE and then visit Muskoka Tourism’s Facebook contest page, to upload your video. For more information visit www.discovermuskoka.ca.
If you have a child entering Kindergarten for the first time this fall, plan to attend a Ready for Kindergarten event: April 17 at Huntsville Public School, May 2 at Gravenhurst Public School, May 17 at Monsignor Michael O’Leary Catholic School in Bracebridge. The events run from 4 pm until 7 pm. Ready for Kindergarten will help ensure your child is ready to learn on their first day of school. Your child will have the opportunity to have their hearing and vision tested, as well as undergo screening for developmental milestones such as speech and language. There will also be plenty of opportunity to play, and try new activities. You are welcome to attend any of the three FREE open houses, regardless of where you live and which school you have registered at for the fall. For more information contact Tina Kilbourne 645-2412 Ext. 308 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Muskoka Parry Sound Independent Animal Rescue is in need of temporary foster homes for animals awaiting adoption. Muskoka Parry Sound Independent Animal Rescue is a not-for-profit, volunteer based group that works with local municipalities and organizations to find new homes for animals that have been abandoned or surrendered. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a temporary foster home for animals awaiting their forever home, please call 705-636-0853 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Muskoka Christian School Open House for Junior Kindergarten up to Grade 8. They are every Thursday during April and May from 9am to 5pm. There will be refreshments and school tours. 2483 Old Muskoka Road, Utterson, call 705-385-2847, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or visit www.muskokachristianschool.com for more details.
Gravenhurst Public School Grade 7-8 students travelling to Quebec are holding a Metal/Copper Collection Fundraiser to assist with the cost of their trip. Please bring all of your unwanted metal and copper, including old BBQ’s, washers, dryers, pots. Bring item to the marked bin behind Gravenhurst Public School – enter rear driveway off of James Street. For further information or if you need items picked up from your house please call 705-687-2011 and speak with Deb to arrange. They thank you in advance for your support of the Quebec trip.
The Barrie Simcoe Muskoka Branch of St. John Ambulance is seeking individuals to serve on its Board of Directors. Applicants must have an understanding of, and an interest in voluntary community service, good interpersonal and communications skills, and should have demonstrated service and leadership in their place of employment, and/or through community involvement. If you are interested and want to learn more information about how to apply, please contact Cathy Banting, Branch Manager of the Barrie Simcoe Muskoka Branch. Phone: (705) 726-0991 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Strengthening Families is a unique family change program designed to reduce factors that put families at risk and enhance factors that help them function well. The program runs on Thursday evenings from March 1 to June 7, 2012 at Community Living South Muskoka in Bracebridge. Your family must meet certain criteria. Families will benefit from this program through an increase in parenting skills, an increase in children’s life skills and an improvement in family relations. Program highlights include: no cost to participants, free supper before each program, childcare and transportation provided, fun & stimulating program, separate sessions for parents and children, followed by a family group session. If you are interested in the benefits of this program, and to see if you qualify, contact Robin 705-645-4426 (ext 258) or Christy 705-645-4426 (ext 291) at Family Youth and Child Services of Muskoka.
Volunteers are needed for the Literacy Society of South Muskoka. New Board members and tutors are needed. Call the office at 705-687-9323 for information.
The Canopy Playgroup for families with children ages 0-5 are invited to a playgroup on Monday mornings from 9:30-12:00 at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. For information call the church office at 705-789-7122 or visitwww.standrewshuntsville.ca. This program ends in June.
Now – June 12th: Bracebridge Out of the Cold, join them a free, hot, nutritious meal in a caring and confidential atmosphere! Tuesday Nights: Nov. 1st-June 12th/2012 at the Bracebridge United Church, 46 Dominion Street. DINNER SERVED AT 5:30 P.M. 705-644-3761.
Every Monday at Pinegrove Fellowship Baptist Church. 295 Taylor Road, Bracebridge (Corner of Pine St. & Taylor Rd.). HOT, HEALTHY, HOME COOKED MEALS. Free, confidential dinner and drop-in! Doors open at 5:00 pm. Please use back door entrance. All are welcome!
Lions BINGO is back!!! Bracebridge Lions are pleased to announce that we are bringing BINGO back to Bracebridge. Their first BINGO will be held Tuesday February 7th at the Rotary Youth Centre on Wellington St. and will continue to be held on the first Tuesday of the month; March 6th, April 3rd and May 1st. Jackpot will be $1,000 in addition to 12 regular games and a share-the-wealth game for a total prize board of $2,500. Everyone over 18 is welcome to attend. The doors open at 5:00, ticket sales start at 5:30 and refreshments and snacks will be served. The first game will start at 7:00 sharp. All proceeds go back to help the community.
Become a ‘Friend’ of the Huntsville Animal Shelter. The Animal Shelter for Huntsville is a non-profit shelter facility that cares for abandoned cats & dogs as well as other animals in distress. The Shelter receives no government funding and relies completely on the donations from the public and community fundraisers. They ask for your help in achieving a sustainable means of income to continue caring for lost and stray animals. Become a Friend of the Shelter by committing $10 per month to ensure the shelter remains open. Visit their website at www.animals-huntsville.on.ca , email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it "> This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 705-789-9709.
The Salvation Army Food Bank in Huntsville is in need of the following items: healthy snacks for kid’s lunches, cereal, peanut butter and jam. Donations are greatly appreciated, and can be dropped off at Salvation Army Family Services on Mary Street, or at the Salvation Army Church on Mary Street. The Family Services offices are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am-12p, and 1-2:35pm.
Almaguin Bowling leagues in the Almaguin Bowl in Burk's Falls are looking for new members. There is a league every day so there's a time to suit everyone. From very young to old, all are welcome. You don't have to be an expert!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muskoka is currently recruiting volunteers. If you are interested in making a lasting difference in the life of a child by acting as a mentor, role-model and friend please call 705-644-9914 or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/muskoka.
Car Seat Clinics are offered monthly in Huntsville and Gravenhurst, and are run by trained car seat technicians with the OPP, Huntsville Community Policing, local Fire Departments and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. Huntsville clinics are held the first Thursday of every month at the Huntsville Fire Department, 1 Payne Drive, from 12pm-2pm. Gravenhurst area clinics are held at the Gravenhurst Fire Hall, 190 Harvie Street, from 12pm-2pm. Appointments are not required.
The Bracebridge Public Library will be hosting free, 1 hour learning sessions to assist people in updating their computer skills. Learn basic word programs and how to send and receive e-mail. Learn how to surf the Internet. To set up your session, call Kathy at the Bracebridge Public Library: 645-4171.
South River Lions Organization holds monthly Bingo the Second Thursday of every Month. Early Bird Game starts at 6:45 p.m. and regular bingo starts at 7pm. Bingo is held at the South River Arena, upstairs (full use of elevator available for seniors and/or disabled persons).
Scouts Canada welcomes children and teens aged 5-17, with programs geared to 4 different age categories. Adults are also needed to get involved with Scout leadership programs, and offers comprehensive training/coaching programs to all volunteers. For information, contact 1-888-scouts-now, or visit www.scouts.ca
The Muskoka-Parry Sound Independent Animal Rescue is looking for volunteers. Help is needed for telephone screening for adoption processing, fundraising assistance, driving, and to provide foster homes for animals in need. For more information on how you can help, join them on the last Thursday of every month from 6pm-9pm in the community room at Robinson’s Independent Grocer in Huntsville. For information, visit them at www.mpsiar.com
The Art Space Gallery is located on Queen Street, across from River Mill Park in Huntsville, and is open Thursday through Saturday @ 11am. The mission of The Art Space is to enrich local and regional culture by providing a showcasing forum for local and national artists, providing continuous exposure to the visual arts and encouraging community involvement through outreach, education and service. In addition to exhibitions, The Art Space also offers a wide range of educational activities, and creative experiences for children, teens and adults. More information on upcoming events is available at www.huntsvilleartsociety.ca.
The Huntsville La Leche League has a new meeting location at the Ontario Early Years Centre in the Active Living Centre. Moms and their children are invited to gather on the second Monday of each month to share their breastfeeding and parenting experiences from 10 am until noon. No registration is required.
Employment North can help with your job search or staffing needs at their new Resource Centre at 104 Main Street, Sundridge, and open Monday thru Friday. On Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday each week, employment-related workshops are open to the public. They also provide outreach services to Ahmic Harbour, Powassan, and Port Loring. For more information, visit their website at www.employmentnorth.com or call them at 384-1110 or 1-800-461-5541.
The Alzheimer Society of North Bay holds a support group for family and friends of Alzheimer patients. Meetings will be held at 10:30am on the last Friday of each month at the Women’s Own Resource Centre, 105 Ottawa Avenue, South River (at the lights). For more information please call Patricia 705-386-8707
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka Employment Service - Huntsville offers employment services in Lake of Bays. Self-help job search resources are available during all Dorset Community Centre, Dwight Public Library, and Baysville Public Library hours. These include access to a computer with word processing and internet, resume templates, job search information, and access to the Huntsville Employment Service staff during office hours via web cam. An Employment Specialist is on site twice a month to offer employment assistance in person. Watch for them on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month in Baysville (1- 4 pm) and the 2nd and 4th Tuesday in Dorset (9:30 am - 12:30 pm) and Dwight (1 - 4 pm). For more information call 787-0349.
The Huntsville Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers. If you have a love for animals and can spare some time they could use your help! Help with exercising the dogs, assisting with daily chores, socializing with and grooming cats or helping with fundraising. For more information, call 705-787-5844 .
The Muskoka O.S.P.C.A in Bracebridge is looking for volunteers to help take care of animals in the shelter. If you can spare a few hours a week the O.S.P.C.A needs volunteers to help with pet walking, dishes, laundry or cleaning kennels. Good quality dog and cat canned food, or monetary donations are always welcome. Call 705-645-6225, or visit them at 4 Ferrier Road, just off Cedar Lane.
Let’s Grow Screening Centre- Do you have a question or concern about how your child is developing? Emotional growth, physical coordination and speech and language skills are common sources of worry for parents. A professional at the Let’s Grow Screening Centre can screen your child’s development and, if necessary, can connect you to further assessment and support services. All parents of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are welcome. And it’s free! To book an appointment or to find out more about the Let’s Grow Screening Centre nearest you, call Your Health Connection at 721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To check scheduled screening clinics, visit the health unit website at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org. Look for the Screening link under Services. If you cannot access one of the scheduled times or locations, call 705-645-2412 x 308 to book a Let’s Grow screening in your community.
The Muskoka Tourette Syndrome Support Group meets the first Tuesday of the Month at Muskoka Falls Public School from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Individuals with TS, family members, educators, and interested community members are welcome to attend the meetings. For information, please contact Shawn at 645-2530 or visit the website at www.tourette.ca
Volunteers are needed for the VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) Simcoe County/Muskoka SMART Program (Senior's Maintaining Active Roles Together). The SMART Program is a gentle yet effective exercise program for seniors who may be frail, isolated or at risk of falls. They offer in home and small group classes, lead by trained volunteers. Volunteers are needed for Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, and surrounding areas. Free training is provided, no experience necessary, must be 18 years and older. CPR and First Aid training at no cost. Volunteers are scheduled for a minimum of 1 hour per week, with the option to do more. For more information, please contact Lindsay Lima, SMART Program Coordinator for Muskoka at 705-737-5044 ext. 223
Dabber Bingo has expanded, and now takes place at the Gravenhurst Legion on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Start time is 7pm.
Bingo! The Armour, Ryerson & Burk's Falls Agricultural Society hosts monthly bingo upstairs in the Karl Crozier Hall at the Burk's Falls Arena on the first Saturday of each month. An elevator is available, doors open at 5pm with mini games starting at 6pm. Regular games start at 7pm. 2 card strip minimum to play. The maximum jackpot is $500. All proceeds go to junior entertainment and prizes for their annual Fall Fair.
The Emsdale Men’s Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm to 8pm at Perry Township Public Library, at 25 Joseph Street, behind the Community Centre in Emsdale. The group is open to males who have experienced any type of cancer and who are willing to share individual experiences. Members of the group are at different points of their journey, and the information shared can be of great value to someone who is newly diagnosed. For more information contact Frank at 705-636-7127, or the North Bay Canadian Cancer Society at 1-888-208-2125.
A Young Women’s Cancer Support Group meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville. Women 18 to 45 share their personal journey in a supportive and non-judgmental, environment. For information, call 705-706-3656
The Muskoka Photography Club meets every third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are downstairs at the Raymond Community Centre between 7:00 – 9:00pm. The gathering consists of reviewing one or two photos from attending members and then a discussion/learning session on various camera topics and/or photographic computer programs. The meeting is hosted by Paul Bennett, one of Muskoka’s renowned photographers. There is no charge to attend, and all levels of photographers are welcome.
The Womyn’s Way Drop-in invites all women to a weekly event each Tuesday from 10am to noon at 494 Muskoka Road #3 (1/2 km past the hospital on the left). Great topics and speakers will be featured each week. For more information or to deliver a workshop, visit their website at www.daphnewymn.com or call 646-2122.
A Breast Cancer support group meets on the second Thursday of each month from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Pinegrove Fellowship Baptist Church at Pine Street and Taylor Road, in Bracebridge. For more information call Nancy at 767-3599.
St. Andrew’s Church Youth Group for Grades 6, 7 and 8! The group meets Monday afternoons from 3:30-5:30. For more information, call Jez at 789-7122. This program ends in June.
The Muskoka MS Support Group meets on the second Monday of the month from 1:30pm - 3:30pm at Pinegrove Fellowship Baptist Church in Bracebridge. For more information please contact Karen Frontin, Coordinator - Education and Training (MS Society of Canada) at 1-800-268-7582 ext 3125 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Huntsville Norseman Air Cadet Squadron meets on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm to 9:00pm at Huntsville Public School. If you are a youth between the ages of 12-18 you are eligible to join free of charge. To learn more about the cadet program please contact Captain Wordragen at 705-789-7858, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or drop by any Wednesday night from September to May and meet the cadets and see what the program has to offer.
A Mom's & Tot's Playgroup meets on Tuesdays from 10am-12pm, downstairs at the Dorset Rec Centre. For more info, call Heather at 705-641-8787 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
"Getting Ready for Baby" prenatal classes: Many parents-to-be have a lot of questions about what life will be like with their new baby. Join other parents-to-be and a public health nurse for free classes to get some answers. Getting Ready for Baby classes run weekday evenings or Saturdays. Register early in your pregnancy as classes fill quickly. To register call Your Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or toll free 1-877-721-7520.
Immunizations- The Simcoe Muskoka District Health unit provides regular immunization clinics at all office locations for infants through to seniors. Please contact Your Health Connection at (705) 721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. if you have questions or to book an appointment.
The Huntsville Lions Club Rama Bus runs every third Monday of the month. $5.00 dollars includes the bus ride and buffet dinner ($20.00 value). The bus leaves the Huntsville Place Mall at 4:20pm and returns to Huntsville by 11:00pm. To book a seat, call 789-2207.
Do you have a question about how to manage your diabetes or pre-diabetes? Everyone is welcome to attend the Bracebridge Diabetes centre drop in and Meter check every Monday from 2-4pm. The centre is located at 205 Hiram Street on the second floor. For more information call 705-645-8824. A certified diabetes nurse educator and registered dietician will be available.
