Catching up with Catch The Ace
The third round of St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s exciting Catch The Ace lottery has got off to a flying start. In Week One, Terry Hartwick won $1,134 and in Week Two, Tom Plebon took home a cheque for $1,141. So far the Ace of Spades has evaded capture in envelopes numbered 34 and 49. Because of the progressive jackpot, the estimated weekly prize for Week Three is $1,125 and the estimated winnings for a ticket-holder who finds the Ace of Spades this week will be around $6,205. All proceeds support the St Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (Valley Manor Redevelopment). Tickets are now on sale at $5 each for next Thursday’s draw.
Oct. 21-26 is Library Week
This week Madawaska Valley Public Library in Barry’s Bay is accepting Food for Fines. Overdue fines will be reduced by $2 for every non-perishable item brought in for the Madawaska Valley Food Bank. Even if your books aren’t overdue, you are welcome to donate items for the Food Bank.
Library Week is happening all over the Valley. Watch for special programs and events like authors’ talks at your nearest library, from Hastings Highlands to South Algonquin, Killaloe Hagarty Richards to Madawaska Valley and beyond.
MV Hospice Palliative Care to train new volunteers
Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care asks for your help to assist families who are struggling with a life-limiting condition. Hospice volunteers are the heart of their caring team. A 30-hour training course will be held over four days (Nov. 11, 14, 18, 21) and online training is also available. For more details and to register please contact: MV Hospice 613.756.3045 ext.350 or email mvhospice@sfmhosp.com
Launch of Tap & Cork Route in the Ottawa Valley
At the Ottawa Valley Craft Beer & Spirits Festival on Oct. 19 in Pembroke, tourism partners from both sides of the Ottawa River officially launched the Tap & Cork Route throughout the region. This new self-guided tour through the beautiful Ottawa Valley and Pontiac Regions celebrates the wines, brews, ciders and spirits made in the Valley with local ingredients. Click HERE to visit the website for details if you want to escape the city or discover something new in your own backyard on this self-guided tour.
And for your safety and that of others, remember: Always drink responsibly. Never drink and drive. Always have a designated driver if you are consuming.
Flu shots
The Current has learned that some doctors have already received their vaccines for this season, so call your doctor to see if you can get a flu shot with your appointment. The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends getting the flu shot before the end of November.