Omemee school benefits from Neil Young concert
Neil Young’s concert in early December brought Omemee worldwide recognition. People watched the concert and learned more about our small town.
Another benefit of the concert was the financial boost to Scott Young Public School Music Program. More than $15,000 was donated to the school, named after Neil’s father, from concert attendees and from t-shirt sales. What a boost to the student, present and future. Who knows, maybe the next Neil Young will gain his or her sense of music as a result.
New library
The Omemee library branch held its official opening in the new location, the former ACE Hardware building with a full house. The new location offers much more space for activities, books, media and computer services. Mayor Andy Letham along with several councillors and members of the CKL library board were on hand for the official ribbon cutting.
If you haven’t already visited the library, take time to do so and see what it has to offer. All services are free to residents.
Omemee Blooms
Omemee Blooms Garden Club will meet at Trinity United Church, Feb. 24 for a social and potluck beginning at 11:30 a.m. Cathy Hooper will speak on “Grow your Garden and Eat it too’. For information call Carol at 705-7996282.
Youth curling
Youth curling is every Sunday 1-3 p.m. at the Omemee Curling Centre, James St. Youth ages 10-18 yrs. are welcome to come and try out the sport, no experience necessary. Bring a pair of clean indoor shoes and a helmet, bicycle helmets are acceptable. Be sure to dress warmly including gloves. Cost is $5 per session. For information call the centre at 705-799-7156.
Community Care
Community Care of Kawartha Lakes offers many services for the residents of our area. Footcare is available to seniors and residents with special needs. An appointment is needed and can be made by calling 705-879-4100 from 9 a.m.- 4p.m. The clinic is held at Remedy RX, 108 Kent St. W., Lindsay. Dates for upcoming sessions are Feb. 6, 8, 13, 20 and 27.
Meals on Wheels are available at a minimal cost for residents of the Omemee and Downeyville area. Call 705-324-7323 for details.
A Caregiver Support Group for those assisting someone with a terminal or life limiting disease will be held at 2 Kent St. W., Feb. 14, 10-11:30 a.m. and Jan. 24 and Feb. 28, 2-3:30 p.m. Call 705-324-7323 ext 503 for details.
A Stoke Survivor Support Group will be held Feb. 8, 1:30-3:30 p.m., 65 Melbourne St. W., call ext 111.
For those newly diagnosed or undergoing cancer treatment, a Living with Cancer Support Group will be held Feb. 12, 2 p.m. at 2 Kent St. W. Call 705-879-4123.
For cancer survivors and those living with cancer, a Cancer Support Group will be held Jan. 22 and Feb. 26, 2 p.m. Call 705879-4123.
Seniors
Omemee Seniors will meet Jan. 30 at the Omemee Legion for euchre. Cost is $2.50 per person. A potluck will be held Jan. 23, 12:30 p.m. at a cost of $3.00. Please bring a dish to share as well as your personal dishes and cutlery to speed cleanup.
Annual fee for the seniors is $10. For information call Jean at 705799-6434 or Pauline 705-7995856.
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