Carleton Place Public Library – Unexpected Drug Discoveries with Pharmacist Alex Rusalovsky
2026-04-24 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
We’re excited to welcome pharmacist Alex Rusalovsky from the Carleton Place Pharmacy to the Carleton Place Public Library on Friday, April 24th, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. for a presentation called “Unexpected Drug Discoveries”. He’ll discuss how many of the most influential drug discoveries in human history came about by complete accident. Spaces are limited for this fascinating presentation so please email Heidi at hsinnett@carletonplace.ca to get on the list.

TGIF Seniors at the Legion
2026-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Carleton Place Legion, 177 George Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Pharmacy Fun facts with Host Alex Rusalovsky from the Carleton Place Pharmacy. Will be at the Legion Friday, April 24th 1pm to 3pm to help you understand your medication and answer your questions you might have.- free entry.

Rural Roots Discovery Lab
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00
Get ready to experiment, explore, and discover! Rural Roots Discovery Lab, a dynamic new youth-led initiative founded by the young entrepreneurs behind Creative Mode Farms (owners aged 11, 13, and 15), is launching an interactive science celebration designed to ignite curiosity in rural communities.
Taking place at the Carambeck Community Centre, 351 Bridge St., and the Carleton Place Youth Centre, this all-ages event (0–99!) invites families to experience science, technology, engineering, and environmental learning in ways that are hands-on, exciting, and deeply connected to the natural world. Admission is by donation to the Youth Centre.
A Full Day of Discovery: Interactive Zones & Experiments
Visitors will explore themed zones designed to spark imagination and critical thinking:
🔬 Interactive Science Stations

Magnifying Science Station
DIY Compass
Fizz-Inflate Balloons
Static Electricity Racers
Magnetic Slime
DIY Lava Lamps

🌉 Engineering Zone
Build it. Test it. Improve it.
Using bins of LEGO and creative building materials, participants can tackle engineering challenges like:

Building a bridge that holds the most weight.
Constructing the tallest free-standing structure.
Designing something that floats.

Young engineers will also display some of their coolest creations to inspire others.
🐾 Biology & Earth Science Zone
Explore the wonders of life on Earth.

Examine animal bones and footprints.
Learn how to identify mammals vs. reptiles, herbivores vs. omnivores.
Explore “Who Would Win?” wildlife matchups.
Match toy animals to the correct biome.
Plant a seed and learn about life cycles.
Discover the “Creature of the Day”.

🦕 Archaeology & Paleontology Zone

View fossils and dinosaur displays.
Participate in a hands-on dinosaur dig.
Explore books and resources about prehistoric life.

🪨 Geology Zone

Explore a rock and mineral collection.
Learn how to identify rocks using real tools.
Test your knowledge with a rock guessing game.

🌌 Astronomy Zone
In partnership with MEESS Education, the event will feature:

Telescopes
A solar system model
Space-themed displays
MEESS Portable Planetarium Shows

At MEESS Education, the philosophy is simple yet powerful: the world itself is our greatest classroom. Their mission aligns closely with Rural Roots Discovery Lab’s goal—to help people lift their heads, look around, and reconnect with the beauty and lessons of the natural world.
🌀 Games, Vendors & More
Families can also enjoy:

Optical illusions
Marble runs
Vendors selling gems, stones, jewelry, 3D-printed items, and science-themed kits.

Reconnecting Rural Communities with the Natural World
In today’s fast-paced digital world, meaningful hands-on learning opportunities are more important than ever. Rural Roots Discovery Lab aims to rekindle curiosity, deepen appreciation for the landscapes we inhabit, and foster understanding of where our resources come from.
Rather than fearing the decisions of the past, the organization encourages thoughtful, informed decisions for the future—empowering the next generation to explore, question, and innovate.
Event Details:
What: Rural Roots Discovery Lab Interactive Science Event
Where: Carambeck Community Centre, 351 Bridge St., & Carleton Place Youth Centre
Who: Ages 0–99
Admission: By donation to the Youth Centre
Bring your curiosity. Bring your questions. Leave inspired.
For more information about Rural Roots Discovery Lab or partnership opportunities, please contact:
Creative Mode Farms (Jackson, Alex & Lyla Cavanagh – arizaconsulting1@gmail.com)

Spring Fling Family Dance
2026-04-26 09:30 - 12:00 | Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 2J6, Canada
9:30am – 10:15am: Toddler-Themed music | 10:15AM – 12:00PM: Family-Friendly music
This is a free event! Bring the family and enjoy some dancing fun with friends. There will be small craft activities, and a by-donation snack canteen.
Location: Carleton Place Arena Hall- 75 Neelin Street
For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/share/1NzQSTmYhU/

Crafternoon Kids: Jr. Jewelry Making (All Ages)
2026-04-26 11:00 - 14:00 | A Bunch of Whimsy, 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Canada
A drop-in creative hang every other Sunday of the month. Parental participation is encouraged. No registration required, but drop in does not mean drop off.
Event Address: A Bunch of Whimsy – 142 Bridge St. Carleton Place, ON
Date & Time: April 26th 2026, Drop in – 11am – 2 pm
$$$: Pay What You Can. Suggested donation $5
Any questions? Please contact us: hello@craftcycle.ca

Beyond Curling Social Scene
2026-04-27 11:30 - 15:30, 2026-05-04 11:30 - 15:30 | Curling Club, 120 Patterson Crescent, Carleton Place

Carleton Place Community Lunch
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Everyone is welcome

Civitan Weekly Bingo
2026-04-28 16:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-05 16:30 - 21:00 | Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 2J6, Canada
Doors open at 4:30, games begin 6:30.
We have a well stocked canteen along with several dedicated Civitan member ready to assist you.
See you there!!!!!

True Crime Tuesday
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Dark and Deadly Cafe, 1 Costello Drive, Unit 5, Carleton Place

Crafter-Hours: Bring Your Own Project (18+)
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | A Bunch of Whimsy, 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Canada
Bring your own project or start something new.
Event Address: A Bunch of Whimsy – 142 Bridge St. Carleton Place, ON
Date & Time: April 28th 2026, Drop in 6:00pm – 8pm
$$$: Pay What You Can. Suggested donation $5
Any questions? Please contact us: hello@craftcycle.ca

Civitan Radio Bingo
2026-04-28 18:10 - 19:00, 2026-05-05 18:10 - 19:00
Play Civitan Radio Bingo, Every Tuesday on 88.1 myFM, 6:10 – 7:00 p.m.
For more info, call Lynda 613-257-5214. Buy your cards (9 faces for $10) in CP at Giant Tiger, A Bunch of Whimsy, Applecheeks, Temptations, Mitchells Independent and at Clayton General Store in Clayton.

Foundry Trivia Night
2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Foundry Coffee Bar, 122 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
Tickets are $20 each + tax!
Join us for a night of TRIVIA with host Cody Wilby!
Beverage of choice included in ticket price!
Doors open at 6:00pm. Full menu from Foundry Coffee Bar will be available so you can grab a sandwich, brownie etc. before we get started.
Trivia starts at 6:30pm presented by the wonderful Cody Wilby
Let’s have some midweek good times!
Please note that we may move your selected seats to accommodate the sizes of groups. For example, if you are two people and you book the large table, we may move you to a smaller table.
If you have any questions, please email info@foundrycollective.ca

Free Community Breakfast
2026-04-29 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-06 08:00 - 10:00 | St James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street
Hot breakfast. All weclome

Crafternoon: Jewelry Making (16+)
2026-04-30 14:00 - 16:00 | A Bunch of Whimsy, 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Canada
Pick through the materials and create a custom jewelry piece.
Event Address: A Bunch of Whimsy – 142 Bridge St. Carleton Place, ON
Date & Time: April 30th 2026, Drop in – 2pm – 4pm
$$$: Pay What You Can. Suggested donation $10
Any questions? Please contact us: hello@craftcycle.ca

The Play That Goes Wrong
2026-04-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Town Hall Auditorium, 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
The Play That Goes Wrong is a fast-paced farce about an amateur theatre troupe attempting to stage a 1920s murder mystery—with disastrously hilarious results. From collapsing sets and missing props to forgotten lines and mistimed sound effects, everything that can go wrong does.
Directed by long-time MUDDS veterans, Sylvia Giles and Chris Jones, ticket holders are in for a treat! Audiences will enjoy the physical comedy, clever wordplay, surprise twists, and the sheer chaos of live theatre on the brink of disaster. This ‘play within a play’ is a joyful celebration of imperfection that keeps viewers laughing from the first accident to the final curtain.
No refunds or exchanges after May 2.
The Play That Goes Wrong

Soap Making Workshop
2026-05-02 09:30 - 12:00 | Carleton Place Collective, 155 Industrial Ave
Get ready to unleash your creativity and take home your very own handmade soaps!
This workshop will begin with an introduction to the hot process soap making method. Participants will be provided with an informative handout (which includes recipe) that they can keep for future reference. Safety measures will be explained and followed during the workshop. All participants will be provided with safety glasses, mask, and gloves.
Upon registering for the workshop, please include a note in the “note” field to indicate which scent you would like to use. Choose from any one of the essential oil blends below (or you may request a custom scent):
1) Eucalyptus & Lavender
2) Lemongrass
3) Rosemary & Spearmint
Depending on the size of the group, you will be teamed up with one or two other participants to create a 2lb batch of soap. Each participant will go home with 2-3 bars of their own soap!
Workshops are held in Carleton Place at:
Carleton Place Collective Inc
(155 Industrial Ave)
*The March 14th workshop was previously available at $120. All workshops going forward are priced at $125.
There are no refunds for workshops unless they are cancelled or rescheduled on the part of the organizer. If you cannot attend your workshop, please provide at least 24hrs notice and your purchase will be deferred to another date.

Stay Safe Course
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
The Stay Safe Course with 13 First Aid & Training at the Library during the March Break proved to be so popular, we’re pleased to be able to offer this to more kids in our community! If you have a young person who might be staying home alone this summer a bit, this is the course for them.
Saturday, May 2nd – 10:00AM to 4:00PM at Carleton Place Public Library (maximum 16 participants)
Direct registration link: https://bookeo.com/13firstaid?devent=3151CNRXP419CA0C86418_2026-05-02_my3URELqu85

This course, brought to us by 13 First Aid is a certified course from a Red Cross affiliate and would be a great starter course for youth who are not ready to babysit yet. This is perfect for kids aged 9-13 years old.
To register for this course, it’s $70. Use the code CPKIDS10 for a 10% discount on this course.
Please click the link to register now. Spaces are limited!

Arts Carleton Place 2026 Fine Art Exhibition
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 2J6, Canada
Free admission
Free parking

Community Band Spring Concert
2026-05-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Carambeck Community Centre, 351 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Canada

Horticultural Society Monthly Meeting
2026-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Thoughtful Gardening: Design Ideas for Any Space
Speaker: Nicole Ropars
All meetings and flower shows take place at Zion Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin Street
Meeting time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM – doors open at 6:30 PM
Membership fees are $15.00/Annually
Guests – $5.00/Meeting
