Seaway News
ENCORE OPEN HOUSE Wed. Sept 17 at Knox St. Paul Church, lower level, 800 Twelfth St. E. Come on down for a sneak preview of Fall Courses-refreshments and light lunch. All welcome.
2025 ST. ANDREWS WEST COMMUNITY FEST will be held on Sat. Aug. 16 in St. Andrews West (approx. 10 Km north of Cornwall on Hwy 138) from 8am-7pm. A Pancake Breakfast will be served from 8-10am. Kids Zone, youth talent show, vendors, all-day music entertainment on the main stage, great food offered by Viva Montreal, hourly gift draws and a fashion show in the church Hall at 1pm. Admission is by Freewill Donations. Info: Earle at 613-363-8884. Sponsored by St. Andrews Knights of Columbus Council 10416.
OSGA DISTRICT TABLE TENNIS QUALIFIER at the Royal Canadian Legion, Cornwall on Wed., Sept 17. Gold medal winners in the 55+ and 65+ age categories; Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles will qualify to advance to the Provincial Games which will be held in Huntsville at the Deerhurst Resort February 3 – 5, 2026. All games will be for DOUBLES ONLY. To register or for info: Karen Cambridge at 705 760-0115 between Sept. 8 – Sept. 10. An OSGA membership is required to participate.
CENTRE LOCHIEL CENTRE 10th Birthday Party on Sat., Aug. 23 from 10am-10pm. Entertainment, games, food & drinks (cash only), door prizes. 20863 Lochiel Road, Alexandria.
GRAVEL HILL- SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP services for the Avonmore/Finch/Gravel Hill Presbyterian Pastoral Charge will be held at 10:30 am in the Gravel Hill Church for the month of August except on August 31st. Everyone is most welcome.
EAT DRINK DISCOVER – A RIVER INSTITUTE CELEBRATION AND FUNDRAISER. Enjoy regional brews, pizza and apps from Fraser Creek Farm, along with live music by Nick Seguin, a silent auction, and fun scientific discovery activities. Tues., Aug. 26, 5-8pm at 2 St. Lawrence Drive (River Institute Backyard). Tickets available through www.eventbrite.ca or email ccollard@riverinstitute.ca.
THE CORNWALL CENTENNIAL CHOIR invites you to join them in the fun and joy of singing in a group choir. If this was on your bucket list, now is the time to check it off! We have Monday night rehearsals starting Sept 8 at St Knox church hall at 7 PM. All range of voices are welcome.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR LESSONS and practices starting in September and offered at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club, 506 Pitt Street. Please call to register. Info: Paulette at 613-933-7474 or the club at 613-932-4969.
CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS CLUB Welcome back! Members Luncheon 12 noon on Thurs., Sept. 11 and 1 pm meeting followed by Bingo. New members are welcome. 55 years +.
DOORS OPEN AT ST. COLUMBAN’S CHURCH on Sat. Aug. 16 from 9am-2pm at 36 Fourth St. West. There will be tours of the third St. Columban’s church built in 1896 and there will also be talks about the story of St. Columban’s parish founded in 1829. Everyone is invited to attend. Info: 613-930-1655 or 613-933-8353.
SWINGING B’S MODERN SQUARE DANCE CLUB is hosting two FREE FUN NIGHTS. Fri. Sept 5th, Seniors Club 119 Pitt St. (back door) 7-9 pm & Fri. Sept 12th Knox-St. Paul’s United Church basement, 800 12th St. E. from 7-9 pm. No partner required, casual clothing and comfortable shoes. If you can walk you can square dance. Everyone is welcome, singles or couples. Fun, Fitness and Friendship to music in a non alcoholic environment. Lessons are progressive from September to April. More info Iris 613 937-3455.
KINSMEN COMMUNITY RESIDENCE SUMMER BASH – Aug 16 from 7pm-midnight at the ANAF, 14 Marlborough St. Music by “Shake the Tree”, light lunch, raffles, auctions, 50/50 draws. Should be a great time. Everyone welcome to this fundraiser. Tickets: 613-938-3378 ext 3 or at Fence Depot, Bicycle World or ANAF Club.
ROTARY ‘MUMS FOR THANKSGIVING! Free delivery of plants to a local address of your choice -October 2- 6. Same price as past 10+ years per 6″ pot. We can also make arrangements for you to pick up your ‘mums from us if you prefer. Proceeds go to local community projects and support. Contact us at info@cornwallsunriserotary.com Order online at https://tinyurl.com/mums2025 or from any Cornwall Sunrise Rotarian.
FREE ONE-ON-ONE HELP for adults. Get better at reading, writing, math, or digital skills. Call TCLC at 613-932-1716 ext. 2 for more information. It’s never too late to learn.
LOVE TO STAY LOCAL Craft Club and Market with the Glengarry Community Creators. FREE arts and crafts and local vendors! The SunShiners Social Club – 26 Main Street S., Alexandria. 613-330-2877 https://ift.tt/9ueN3Qd
DISCOVER THE POWER OF SELF-COMPASSION and learn how to treat yourself with greater kindness. Join award-winning author, speaker, and coach Betty Healey for a FREE workshop on Sept 9, from 1-4 p.m. at the Cornwall Public Library. To register, call Tri-County Literacy Council at 613-932-7161 ext. 4.
PARKINSON CANADA SUPER WALK on Sept 6-7 at RCAF Wing 424. This is the annual fundraiser for Parkinson Canada. Info or to register: 1-800-565-3000 or superwalk@parkinson.ca
WADDINGTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES at the Island View Park in Waddington NY. Every Friday from 6:30-8:30 pm until August 22nd come experience a vibrant atmosphere of music and entertainment. Rain or shine. On Aug 15th we welcome back “Leave Those Kids Alone”. On August 15th, WCS audience is ecstatic to welcome back Leave Those Kids Alone, for a 3-hour concert. If you caught them last year, you know that these young musicians are immensely talented and are on their way to a professional career. Info: Waddingtonconcertseries.com and on WCS Facebook page.
FUNDRAISING DANCE Sat., Aug 16 from 7pm – 12 am at Army Navy Air Force Club, 14 Marlborough St. Dance on behalf of the Kinsmen Community Residence – a non-profit apartment style living for adults with developmental disabilities. Info: Lisa 613-938-3378
LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE: Fun Darts on Mon. & Wed at 7 pm and Tues. at 1 pm; Euchre on Wed. noon; Jamming and Wings n Things on Thurs. 5:30 pm. Info and hall rentals: 613-938-0666.
CORNWALL KINSMEN FARMERS MARKET every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM at St. Lawrence College – rain or shine. Over 40 vendors each week
MENTAL ILLNESS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS for people in Cornwall & district with a mentally ill adult child, sibling or spouse. Meet others who understand what you’re going through. In-person (Cornwall): monthly 3rd Thursday 6 PM. ZOOM: bi-weekly Tuesday 6 PM. Details: email rollercoaster.families@gmail.com or visit www.listentofamilies.ca
ALEXANDRIA BRIDGE CLUB invites players and partners to join the Club every Thursday at 12:30 at the La Fraternité Hall at 49, St Paul St. Hope to see you there.
SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: on the last Friday of the month. The next fundraiser will be on August 29th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.
WING NIGHT at ANAF 14 Marlborough every Wed. starting at 5pm with music from 5-9 pm. Fun darts Sunday and Thursday nights 7-10 pm. Info: 613-938-5020.
CORNWALL SENIOR CITIZENS’ BRIDGE CLUB (age 50+) invites you to play Duplicate Bridge on Monday and Friday afternoons 12:30pm at the Benson Center. ACBL sanctioned Club. Info: Lorna at 613-931-1283.
THE SEAWAY STRINGS invites experienced fiddlers to join us for another year of fun playing Scottish, Irish, and Old Time music Thurs. from 1-3pm at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club, 506 Pitt St. Info: Jane 613-861-8100.
ST LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO at ANAF Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Call 613-936-6060.
CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND Beginner classes Tuesday; Band rehearsals Monday; Band practice Thursday. Classes are 3:30-4:30pm band is 3:30-5:00pm, arrive 15 minutes early to set up. St Felix de Valois church hall. Info: cnhbandtra@gmail.com
PARKINSON AWARENESS & ACTION for Cornwall & Area support group meeting on the third (3rd) Wednesday of every month. We meet on the lower floor of Chartwell Retirement Residence on 4th St, and McConnell at 1pm. People with Parkinson, care providers and support people are welcome. Info: Tom at 613.363.7375 or email tom.olien01@gmail.com
CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB welcomes women living in Cornwall and SD&G counties. Make new friends and join in activities! Info: Henriette 613-330-9039
IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING BOTHERING YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www.al-anon.org
CORNWALL COMFORT QUILTS are handmade for and given to cancer patients. Info: Janice 613-936-1951.
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, visit “Catholic Information Centre” Mon.- Fri.10am-4pm at Unit 1, 812 Pitt St. 613-933-5099
MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT: If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Myeloma and would like to connect with others, join us on Facebook, and email: cornwallareasupport@myeloma.ca.
SENIORS & FRIENDS Knights Of Columbus Wednesday Lunches from 11:30am-1pm, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs). Take-out available. 613-932-7600.
WINGS & THINGS at Knights Of Columbus 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) every Thursday from 4:30-8pm. Take-out available.
FISH AND CHIPS at the Cornwall Royal Canadian Legion every Friday from 4:30-6:30pm. Take out or eat in. Order: 613-933-2362.
CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB BONVILLE Breakfast every Sunday 8-noon. Info: Roly 613-360-3584.
SEAWAY WINDS CONCERT BAND invites musicians who play an instrument at an intermediate level to join us. Rehearsals every Wednesday, 6:45pm to 8:45pm at St-Felix de Valois Catholic Church, 620 Glengarry Blvd, Cornwall. Ralph Bough at 613-362-4881.
BINGO AT THE CCÉC Come play every Monday at 6pm. Doors open at 4pm. NO RESERVATION. Meet us at CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, Cornwall.
BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO South Eastern Region. Open and share group sessions 6:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in the Starbrite Centre, located at 343 Pitt St. Info: 613-936-7470.
SEAWAY TOASTMASTERS CLUB is a supportive public speaking group with a focus on personal growth. Join us every second and fourth Tuesday, at the Cornwall Public Library, at 6:15pm. Meeting at 6:30 sharp. Info: Nathalee Leblanc 613-302-9658 or nathaleemartin@gmail.com.
SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP Aqua Fitness Group @Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tuesday & Friday from 12pm-1pm. Info: Denise 613-662-5003; Theresa 613-662-8713 seawayfmgroup@gmail.com
REGULAR FUN DART GAMES at Cornwall Royal Canadian Legion every Mon.& Tues at 1pm. Everyone welcome. Info: 613 931-1815
ARE YOU AGED 55+? Join us in our activities! Bid Euchre, Fast Crib, Grandma Bingo, Knitting / crocheting for our community, Friday lunches, Hall rental no alcohol. The Cornwall Senior Citizens Club welcomes you. For info. on activities, membership, and hall rentals, visit 119 Pitt St. Cornwall, ON or call 613-861-2573.
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