Kawartha Lakes

🌟 Councillor Ron Ashmore to host Public Town Hall Meeting! 🌟 Join Councillor Ashmore tomorrow for an exciting evening of community connection! 🗓 When: Wednesday October 23, 2024 🕖 Time: 7pm 📍 Where: Lindsay Rugby Football Club, 67 Vince Jones Road, Lindsay This is your chance to catch up on what’s happening in Ward 6 and across Kawartha Lakes! Have questions? We want to hear them! 🤔💬 👉 What to Expect: ✨ Engaging presentation from Councillor Ron Ashmore ✨ Q&A session where YOUR voice matters ✨ Complimentary light refreshments to enjoy! 🍪☕ Bring a friend, meet your neighbors, and let’s make our community even stronger together! Read full release: https://lnkd.in/gnDkGC_s

Tune in at 1pm for today's Regular Council Meeting. There are plenty of important topics are on the agenda, including petition requests for the following: 🏫 A speed and safety analysis area around Alexandra Public School, Lindsay 🚶♀️ A crosswalk on Colborne St. W., Lindsay at Alexandra Public School 🚗 Resurfacing for portions of Meadowview Road, Omemee and Hickory Beach Road 🚦 Traffic light installation at Kawartha Lakes Road 36 at Weldon Road View full agenda: https://lnkd.in/gx2wZvGt Watch live on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gfzcRxwd

🌟🎉 Celebrate Small Business Week with Kawartha Lakes! 🎉🌟 From October 21 to 25, 2024, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible local businesses that make our community thrive! 🏪✨ These businesses are the backbone of our economy, creating jobs, supporting local sports teams, giving back to charities, and offering us unique products and services. Join us in honoring their contributions by visiting your favorite local spots! 📸 Take a picture with the owner or staff, and share it on social media for a chance to win! Don’t forget to tag us (CityofKawarthaLakes) and use the hashtag smallbizweekKL. Let’s show our appreciation for all that our small businesses do! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjQ8X3jN Together, let’s celebrate our local heroes! 💪❤️ #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusiness

📚✨ Unearthing Hidden Treasures at the Municipal Archives! ✨📚 Get ready for a fascinating journey back in time! We’ve dug deep into the orphaned records at our Municipal Archives and uncovered some incredible gems from the Omemee library's past! 🎉 Imagine this: a ledger book dating back to 1876-1919, filled with names of eager library patrons and the books they borrowed! 📖 But that's not all—we found some loose papers that tell a captivating story: 🗳️ A ballot from the 1886 Omemee Council election—talk about civic engagement! 📅 A peek at the books borrowed in February and March of 1890—what were they reading back then? 📚 A list of new additions to the library from 1914-1915, featuring both fiction and non-fiction. Did you know that the Omemee library began its journey as the Mechanics Institute Library in 1876, right above Laidley Shoe Store? In 1911, it moved to Coronation Hall (over the council chambers), but faced ups and downs until dedicated citizens brought it back to life in 1919. It evolved into an associated library in 1934 and joined the Victoria County Library Co-operative in 1950. 📖❤️ Curious to learn more about our beloved libraries' histories? Check out the full story on the Kawartha Lakes Library page!: https://lnkd.in/gqYxekpP Let’s celebrate the love of reading and the stories that connect us all! What was your favorite book from childhood? Share in the comments! 👇📚💬

🌍✨ Calling Climate Champions! 🌱 Are you a young, energetic individual with a passion for the environment? We wants YOU for our Municipal Climate Internship (MCI) in partnership with Environmental Leadership Canada (ELC)! This six-month, full-time internship is your chance to dive into the exciting world of municipal operations and be at the forefront of tackling climate change. You’ll gain hands-on experience through research, communications, mentorship, and project work—all while becoming well-versed in how local government functions. Ready to make a real impact? 🚀 Applications are now open! 🔗 For more details and to apply, visit the Municipal Climate Internship (MCI) website: https://lnkd.in/gyGChEfZ. Let’s work together to create a sustainable future! 🌿💚

Get ready to celebrate Small Business Week from October 21-25, 2024! This is our chance to shine a spotlight on the incredible local businesses that make our community thrive. From creating jobs to supporting local sports teams and giving back to charities, small businesses are truly the backbone of Kawartha Lakes! We invite everyone to join in the fun! 💼✨ During this special week, visit your favorite local spots, snap a photo with the owner or staff, and share the love on social media. Be sure to tag us at CityofKawarthaLakes and use the hashtag #smallbizweekKL. Let’s show our appreciation for all that our small businesses do! Together, we can empower our local economy and celebrate the unique products and services that make our community so special. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjQ8X3jN

The International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) wrapped up on October 5, and we are thrilled to share that the event was a tremendous success, attracting over 50,000 attendees! 🎉 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our incredible community partners and contributors who helped bring Showcase Kawartha Lakes to life in our 10,500 square foot exhibit. Your support was the backbone of this event, highlighting all the wonderful things that make Kawartha Lakes so special. And let’s not forget the incredible volunteers! With more than 400 dedicated hands on deck, they ensured everything ran smoothly and created a warm, welcoming atmosphere for everyone. 💖 This event truly showcased the power of community coming together, and we are so grateful to be a part of such an amazing event. Thank you to the organizing committees, emergency personnel, community members and local businesses who worked tirelessly to bring this ‘once-in-a-generation’ to life. Read the full IPM wrap up story: https://lnkd.in/gtxipu2z

🌳🍂 This weekend, as you soak in the stunning fall colors in Kirkfield, take a moment to remember the remarkable Lady Margaret Mackenzie (nee Merry), who played a vital role in shaping our community. Born on June 30, 1850, in Kirkfield , Lady Mackenzie dedicated her life to making Kirkfield a beautiful place. She oversaw the planting of over 600 maples and elms along our streets, giving us the vibrant autumn hues we cherish today. Lady Mackenzie was not just a loving mother of nine; she was a visionary leader who spearheaded community projects, including a hall, a school, and a park. Her passion for community building also led her to oversee the construction of her family home, which became a cornerstone of the Kirkfield community. She also funded the Kirkfield Inn, a beloved local spot, and was deeply involved in her own business endeavors and charitable organizations, not only in Kirkfield but across Ontario and British Columbia. Sadly, Lady Mackenzie passed away on November 29, 1917, but her legacy lives on in the trees that line our streets and in the spirit of community she nurtured. Let’s honor her memory this fall and appreciate the beauty she helped create in Kirkfield! 🍁💚 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gcgGnPam This story is part of our Moments and Memories collection. Step into another time and discover the moments and memories of places and the people who used to, or still do, call this place home. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g6JDayaX

Today’s Committee of the Whole meeting starts at 1pm. Tune in and catch up on some important topics, including: 🚑 Paramedic Headquarters and Fleet Centre Update 💧 Mandatory Connection By-Law Review View the full Agenda: https://lnkd.in/gg3bBMXA Watch live on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gfzcRxwd

In Kawartha Lakes, we have a diverse history shaped by Indigenous culture, the contributions of newcomers, farming and industry, and our natural surroundings. Around these themes, there are many unique and memorable food stories worth sharing with locals and visitors alike. Our Recipe Revival program, showcases the culinary treasures of our region. These unique recipes not only tease the taste buds but also tell the stories of our vibrant history. Thanksgiving is just around the corner, here are four local recipes for our collection to inspire you: 🧡 Mackenzie’s Great Grandmother’s Pumpkin Pie: A sweet slice of tradition! Get the recipe here: https://lnkd.in/g3TJWAzk 🍦 North Verulam Ice Cream: A delightful treat that captures the spirit of our community! Try it out: https://lnkd.in/gPyUyQvv 🥒 Ada’s Mustard Pickles: A zesty addition to your holiday spread! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gTzvMBCA 🥔 Byron Martin’s Potato Patts: Crispy and comforting, these are sure to be a hit! Find the recipe here: https://lnkd.in/gER_vWRA Now, all we need is someone to bring the turkey! 🦃 😆 Do you have a beloved recipe with a unique story behind it? We invite you to contribute to our Recipe Revival collection. Let’s celebrate our culinary heritage together! 👉 Learn more and share your recipe: https://lnkd.in/g9z6MHfs