Volunteer recognition – Eileen Brown, a long-time volunteer of more than 42 years with the Erin Agricultural Society, was acknowledged for her dedication at the Erin Fairgrounds on June 11.
Reflections: Disagreeing well
At a recent All Party Parliamentary Interfaith Caucus meeting, I was intrigued to hear MPs recognize the importance of disagreements. In fact, they emphasized that within a healthy democracy disagreement is necessary.
Wellington Creates meeting June 15
GUELPH – Wellington Creates, a network of creatives and economic leaders interested in bringing film, music and television productions to Wellington County, is meeting at the Wellington County Library Hillsburgh Branch (9 Station Street) on June 15 from 6 to 8:30pm.
Elora Centre for the Arts receives generous donation
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On June 6, 100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington presented a cheque for $11,300 to the Elora Centre for the Arts.
Group offers information to help seniors with mental health
TORONTO – The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) has practical tools for older adults, their families, and health care providers to better support their mental well-being.
Stand United in Minto gathering celebrates diversity
HARRISTON – The Town of Minto and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee welcome all to join them for an evening of celebration and to stand united against hate and discrimination on June 28, from 6:30 to 8:30pm.
Raleway festival in Palmerston June 24
PALMERSTON – The All Aboard Palmerston committee encourages everyone to hop aboard and chug along for “Ales on the Rails” at the second annual Raleway Festival.
Two Sides of Life’s Coin exhibition at Minto Arts Gallery
MINTO – In collaboration with the Minto Arts Council, Norwell District Secondary School’s senior art class is hosting the Two Sides of Life’s Coin exhibition.
Art sale at Erin United Church
ERIN – Refugee Art Exhibition founder Kayra Martinez, left, with Erin Refugee Action Committee members Cathy Hansen, Colleen Hawes, Nora Savage and Barbara Harrison.
Lotto Max win for Fergus resident
FERGUS – Catherine Sweeney of Fergus won $100,000 in the April 7 Lotto Max draw. Now retired from the health care industry, she says she is planning a family trip.
Clifford Horticultural Society holds Spring Flower Show
Flower show – Despite spring weather conditions on May 23, the Clifford and District Horticultural Society had over 100 exhibits at its annual Spring Flower Show.
Quality Homes hosts Spring Open House event
Building indoors – Jeff Fare leads a factory tour at Quality Homes Spring Open House, and explains the advantages of modular home construction to visitors.
Moorefield Athletic Association set to celebrate 100th anniversary
Blasts from the past – The photo of Bert and Ab Hesselink at the ball park in Moorefield, and a Moorefield Athletic Association (MAA) float in a past parade, were supplied by the MAA, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023.
Mount Forest Lions Club holds annual Guide Dog Walk
Lions and walkers and dogs, oh my! – The annual Mount Forest Lions Club Guide Dog Walk was held on June 3.