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The Art of Letting Go: Embracing Freedom through Kadampa Buddhism

In a world full of stress, attachments,...

Gas line expansion

This is an opinion piece inviting you...

Sheet-Pan Turmeric Chicken and Crispy Rice

by Susan Hanna This delicious recipe from NYT...

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An Artist's Notes

Notes from local artist Eileen Hennemann about her paintings.

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Sudden Impact: The Almonte Train Wreck of 1942

by Edith Cody-Rice   Many Almontonians will be aware of the memorial plaques at the intersection of Mill and Bridge Street commenorating the great train crash of December 27, 1942 that...

Almonte Readers & Writers Bulletin

March 8, 2024 ARW Bulletin Hello, all you readers and writers! First off, Happy International Women’s Day! We hope you are enjoying this special day and celebrating the women in your life,...

Secrets of the Sprakkar by Eliza Reid

by Edith Cody-Rice Many Almonte residents will be surprised to hear that the First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid, was raised in the nearby village of Ashton. She met her...

An Artist's Notes

Notes from local artist Eileen Hennemann about her paintings.

‘Not My Kind of Mennonite’ author visits Almonte

This week, Ontario author Maria Moore gave an eye-opening talk about her family’s experience as Mexican Mennonites for The Covergirls Book Club in Almonte. She...

SHERRY PARK: SANCTUARY at Sivarulrasa Gallery

Reception/Meet the Artist: Saturday October 14, 2pm-4pm From September 29 to November 3, Sivarulrasa Gallery is delighted to present SHERRY PARK: SANCTUARY, a solo exhibition...

Crown and Pumpkin studio tour starts October 7

The Crown and Pumpkin Studio Tour returns for its 27th year on Thanksgiving Weekend, October 7 and 8, 10am to 4pm daily. The tour...

Passionate Mothers, Powerful Sons by Charlotte Gray

by Edith Cody-Rice  Once you grasp the subject of this book, you wonder, "Why didn't anyone think of this before?". Charlotte Gray, the beloved chronicler...

Book review: ‘The History of Pakenham’ by Robert Gardiner

I just finished reading Robert Gardiner's first book, The History of Pakenham.  I say "first" because I believe that Robert is going to grace...

‘Spinning Yarns: The Millworker’s Musical’ — November

Tickets on sale and sponsors still welcome for Fern Martin’s ‘Spinning Yarns: The Millworker’s Musical’ Tickets went on sale this week for Spinning Yarns: The...

Almonte in Concert announces its 2023-24 concert season

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...

Volunteers wanted for ‘YESTERYEAR The Vintage Variety Show’

Seeking volunteers! Be a part of an exciting and music inspired entertainment experience created for our Mississippi Mills Seniors. Please join us for an...

THE SEVEN GIFTS exhibition at Sivarulrasa Gallery

Exhibition runs September 15 - October 20, 2023 Jointly presented by Sivarulrasa Gallery and Mississippi Mills All My Relations “Meet the Artists” Reception: Drop-in Friday September...

Paper Trails by Roy MacGregor

by Edith Cody-Rice The late great Canadian journalist, broadcaster, editor and public intellectual Keith Spicer once said when asked about his memoir Life Sentences: Memoirs...

The Seven Gifts: The mold maker and the metal sculptor

by Edith Cody-Rice  When you see those lovely animal sculptures at the Seven Gifts site at Riverfront Park on Spring Street in Almonte, you will...

Quartet Malamatina, September 9

Quartet Malamatina, Saturday September 9, 2023, 730pm-9pm Elements: Contemporary guitar music evoking nature On Saturday, September 9, 2023, Sivarulrasa Gallery is pleased to present Quartet Malamatina,...

Corridor Gallery featured artists: Maurice & Emily Séguin

THE LIVING GALLERY There are those unique individuals in this world, those who come into our lives offering friendship, inspiration, wisdom and deep gratitude.  The...

Live exhibit of traditional Mexican textiles coming to this year’s Fibrefest!

In collaboration with the Embassy of Mexico in Canada, the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM) will present the live exhibit of traditional Mexican dress,...

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