Town of Carleton Place

Oktoberfest Dinner & Dance with the Bowes Brothers
2024-10-04 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | St James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street
Dinner begins at 5 pm. with music by The Bowes Brothers.Tickets $25: available at the church office 9 am to 1 pm Monday to Friday. Advance ticket sales only. Cash bar.

Pumpkinfest - Friday Night
2024-10-04 10:00 - 22:00 | Ontario
Plan to spend the weekend in Carleton Place as we celebrate: Pumpkinfest 2024!
This event runs October 4 – 6, 2024 throughout Carleton Place. We invite you to plan to spend the weekend and enjoy three days of festive fun. Follow along on our Facebook Event Page for details: https://www.facebook.com/share/i2ThxvrvKsPnjmsj/
Friday, October 4th

0ngoing – Rona Pumpkin Hunt throughout the Downtown BIA
0ngoing – Sidewalk Sales – Throughout Downtown BIA
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Eye-Spy & Pumpkin Crafts @ The Carleton Place Library
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Locally Made Night Market @ The Market Square Pavilion
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Live Music: Kentucky @ The Market Square Pavilion
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Oktoberfest @ St James Church (Tickets Required)
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Live Music: Vicki Brittle @ The Foundry Collective
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Live Music: Cait Porteous @ St James Gate Pub

Pumpkin-themed I Spy at the Library
2024-10-04 10:00 - 17:30 | Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
We’re participating in Pumpkinfest this year with the Town of Carleton Place! Join us at the library on Friday, October 4th for a fun pumpkin-themed I Spy

Carleton Place & District Horticultural Society Monthly Meeting
2024-10-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Paul Lacelle will talk about Bees and Plants. Paul is the owner of Lacelle’s Apiary close to Carleton Place. He is a beekeeper, teacher and tending his own hives for over twenty years. He and his wife Debbie own a beekeeping supply store.

Gathering for Reflection on Orange Shirt Day
2024-09-30 12:00 - 13:30 | Ontario
All are welcome to join in the September 30th Ceremony at the Mississippi River Gathering Place-Misi Zibi Mamidosewin. This will be a meaningful day of recognition and learning. We will have a survivor speaking on her experience in a day school. Collect your Mooshide campaign pin to learn about and show your support in standing against violence against Indigenous people.
Legacy of Hope will have an information exhibit on the medical experimentation that was carried out in residential schools.
Come sing with us, drum with us, learn from us, and remember with us on September 30th.

Test Your Smoke Alarm Day Open House
2024-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Carleton Place Fire Department, 15 Coleman Street, Carleton Place
The Carleton Place Fire Department is hosting an Open House BBQ at 15 Coleman Street on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. It’s a chance for residents to meet firefighters, see our tools and equipment, try a fun obstacle course for kids, and enjoy a hot dog.
September 28th is Ontario’s Test Your Smoke Alarm Day! In response to 133 fire fatalities Ontario suffered in 2022 – the most in 20 years – Test Your Smoke Alarm Day was launched to encourage all Ontarians to learn more about smoke alarms, fire safety, and home fire escape planning, which can save the lives of you and your loved ones. Most importantly, we want you to test your smoke alarms.

Ukrainian Festival
2024-09-22 12:00 - 18:00 | Riverside Park, 137 John Street, Carleton Place
The festival, set to be a vibrant introduction of Ukrainian culture to the community of Lanark County, will feature:
– Authentic Ukrainian food, including a record-breaking varenyky-eating contest, different varieties of borsch and like home-made sausages and much more.
– Family-friendly entertainment, games, and activities for kids of all ages.
– Cultural exhibits, masterclasses, and creative photo zones.
– Ukrainian song and dance performances, showcasing our unique traditions.
– Business forum highlighting Ukrainian entrepreneurs that start to operate in Canada.
– Bazaar of handcrafted goods.
A special focus on our charitable mission, with funds supporting a children’s mental health charity aiding those affected by war and violence.

Navy League/Sea Cadet 50/50 Eucher
2024-09-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Navy League of Canada, 137 John Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
$10 per person. 1/2 of proceeds go back out as prizes. Doors open at 6, games start at 7. Info call Lynda 613-257-5214. All proceeds go to Navy League/Sea Cadets.

Community Tattoo
2024-09-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Carleton Place Legion, 177 George Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Unfortunately, the sights and sounds of the Pipes and Drums and Highland Dancing returning to the Town of Carleton Place on Sunday, June 23rd had to be postponed due to inclement weather.
The rescheduled date is Sunday, September 15th beginning at 12 noon on the grounds adjoining the Captain A. Roy Brown Legion Branch 192 building located at 177 George Street in Carleton Place. It will remain to be held as a tribute to the 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. And to assist with this tribute, the Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes and Drums from Ottawa will be the Duty Band for the Tattoo and will proudly wear the R.C.A.F. tartan.
The Duty Band will perform individually and with the opening and closing massed band performances. Other bands participating in addition to the Royal Canadian Air Force band will include the R.C.M.P. Pipe Band Ottawa and their Highland dancers, the Highland Mist Pipe Band from Ottawa, the Kemptville Legion Pipes and Drums, the Smiths Falls Gordon Pipe Band, the Almonte Legion Branch 240 Pipe Band, the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band of Ottawa, and the Ottawa Caledonian Pipes and Drums. And to add to the Scottish Heritage event, the Rosemary Breman Highland Dancers from Carleton Place will also perform.
Refreshments and BBQ food will be available throughout the afternoon in the backyard of the Legion grounds at a nominal cost. There will be no admission price, but a collection will be taken during the afternoon performances.
In order to not impede the marching of the Pipe and Drum Bands and our Highland Dancers, spectators are being asked to not congregate on the playing field or on the outside perimeter of the playing field or on any of the surrounding streets. These areas will be cordoned off for access for the Pipe Bands and will be policed with the assistance of our local O.P.P.
Spectators are asked to only congregate in the backyard of the Legion grounds. Although there is some seating available, it is suggested that people bring their own lawn chairs. Unfortunately, due to Legion rules, pets are not allowed on the Legion grounds, and only specialized Service Dogs will be permitted.
Road closures that will take place for the Tattoo will include Morphy Street from Mullet Street to Ramsay Street, and Ramsay Street from Morphy Street to George Street. This area will be policed and cordoned off and cars are asked not to park on these two (2) streets and pedestrians are also asked not to congregate on either of these two (2) streets. Pipe bands will be congregating on Morphy Street and march along Ramsay Street to George Street prior to marching onto the playing field to perform throughout the afternoon.
Although there are three (3) gates that lead into the backyard of the Legion, the only one (1) that is to be used by the general public is the gate off Mullet Street into the Legion’s backyard. This gate is also to be used for the handicapped. Entrance to the backyard of the Legion may also be gained through the Legion building. The upper deck of the Legion will be reserved for the handicapped and their caregivers only.
There is a gate off of Morphy Street which is only to be used by Pipe Band members, and the gate off of the playing field is only to be used by Tattoo officials, Highland Dancers, and photographers.
This is a community event and the general public is cordially invited to enjoy some real Scottish Heritage through the sights and sounds of the Pipes and Drums and Highland Dancers. The event is being sponsored by TES (Tops Environmental Solutions) and the Town of Carleton Place.

Vintage and Collectibles Sale
2024-09-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Heritage Museum, 267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
As part of #doorsopencarletonplace on Saturday, September 14 we’re hosting a Vintage and Collectibles sale. Come ready to shop for unique and rare items and support your local museum!

Doors Open Carleton Place
2024-09-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Doors Open Ontario is a province wide heritage tourism program that gives the public FREE access to explore fascinating heritage properties all across Ontario. It showcases the buildings, natural spaces, infrastructure and cultural landscapes that shape and define our communities.
Doors Open Carleton Place happens Saturday, September 14!Nine sites in town will throw open their doors and welcome visitors in! It’s all FREE!
Get more information here: https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/…/events/carleton-place

Photo Walk
2024-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Ontario
A repeat of June’s very successful Photo Walk with Paul Chislett
We meet on Saturday, September 14 at 10AM.
We park in the lot behind Moore House (13 Moore St – it is a log cabin)
We meet in front of Moore House.
Details:
After brief introductions, we spend the morning exploring the town and taking photos.
About Noon — we select a pub/restaurant and meet for lunch.
After lunch there a few activities:a. Learn a new photo techniqueb. Take more photosc. Explore/shop the townd. Explore other areas nearby or further afield

Doors Open Carleton Place
2024-09-14 00:00 - 02:00 | Ontario
Doors Open Carleton Place is happening on Saturday, September 14, 2024. This event is organized and hosted by the Carleton Place Municipal Heritage Committee with the assistance of the Museum, and in partnership with the Ontario Heritage Tru…

Take Back The Night
2024-09-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Town Hall Square, 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
For over 10 years, Carleton Place has been host to one of the most well-attended rural Take Back the Night Marches in Canada. Even on the soggiest of nights, local residents turn out with their banners and noise-makers in record numbers. All to demand that a woman’s right to walk our streets safely be upheld.
Take Back the Night is about women’s right to be free of violence and to walk without fear.
This year’s march will feature a special performance by the Oto-Wa Taiko Drumming Group!

Art Hub Opening Celebration
2024-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Art Hub, 127 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
You are cordially invited to the Opening Celebration for Arts Carleton Place’s new Art Hub. The Art Hub, which opened this summer, is an ACP member run gallery and studio featuring the amazing talent of your local Arts Carleton Place members. Share our excitement and joy in creating this beautiful art space for artists and the community. Members showcase and offer for sale their diverse art, including painting, sculpture, pottery, woodturning, photography, fibre art, jewellery, illustrated children’s books and stained glass art.Join us to meet some of the artists, view some awesome art and enjoy cake and cookies.

Grandparents Day Magic Show
2024-09-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Waterside Retirement Community, 105 McNeely Avenue
Celebrate National Grandparents Day at Waterside with Circus Delights! Enjoy a magical afternoon of fun for all ages. Celebrate the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
This is a free community event, please be sure to RSVP to secure your spot!

50/50 Cribbage
2024-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Navy League of Canada, 137 John Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
$10 per person. 1/2 of proceeds go back out as prizes. Doors open at 6, games start at 7. 137 John Street. Info call Lynda 613-257-5214. All proceeds go to Navy League/Sea Cadets.

Fish Fry
2024-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | St James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street
Tickets $25 includes: 2 pieces of fish, fries, coleslaw, dessert & coffee/tea. Cash bar. Take out also available. Get your tickets at the church office only. 9 am to 1 pm Monday to Friday.

Carleton Place Dragonboat Festival
2024-09-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Carleton Place Canoe Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
We’re back! Get ready to Giv’r On The River and join us in Carleton Place for the 2024 Dragonboat Festival. Visit our website for information on Team Registration, Vendor Registration, and Sponsorship opportunities: https://cpdbfestival.ca/register-your-team

Harvest Festival
2024-09-07 08:30 - 12:30 | Market Square, 7 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
It’s our biggest event of the year! The Carleton Place Farmers market is hosting our annual Chili and Pie contests as a part of our Harvest festival!
Do you have the best chili at the cookout? Have grandmas secret pie recipe and want to share? Show off your cooking skills and enter your delicious dishes for a chance to win market bucks!
Other festivities include;-A full market! Your favourite Farmers & Artisans-4H rabbit relay demonstrations-Guess how many apples (proceeds go to the local food bank)-Kids games like tractor relay, and cornhole-Live music And more!
Come and join us in celebrating harvest season at market square! It’ll be fun for the whole family!

Lynne Hanson At Carleton Place Gallery
2024-09-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Carleton Place Gallery, 210 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
The Art House Music Seriesdoors 6:30pm | music 7pm
Too tough for folk and too blues-influenced for country, LYNNE HANSON’s brand of porch music with a little red dirt can turn on a dime from a sunshine, blue sky ballad to a full on thunderstorm of gritty Americana swamp from one song to the next. Her hard living music has garnered her the nickname “Canada’s own Queen of Americana.” And while her deep, bluesy croon has drawn comparisons to Lucinda Williams and Gillian Welch, it’s the poetry of her lyrics that really sets her apart.
A two-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner, Hanson is known for her high energy, roots guitar driven live performances, whether playing solo or with her band the Good Intentions. She has an uncanny way of connecting with her audience with an authenticity that is as entertaining as it is disarming.
Artist website: http://www.lynnehanson.comYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lynnehansonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/plynnehansonTwitter: https://twitter.com/lynnehansonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnehansonmusic

Carleton Place & District Horticultural Society Monthly Meeting
2024-09-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Faye Hepworth will speak about Quilting With Plants in Mind. She will talk about drawing inspiration from the plant material around her or her husbands photography in various fibre arts such as clothing, quilting, appliqués…

Free - Young Gardeners' Workshop
2024-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Heritage Museum, 267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Ages 6 to 12. Parents and Guardians to stay for session.
August 4th: Seeds and Soils!
August 11th: Growing your own food
August 18th: Native plants and winged things (pollinator gardens)
August 25th: Flower arranging for kids
Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, RSVP to cphorticulture@gmail.com
Provided by the Carleton Place and District Horticultural Society

Movies in the Park - Alice in Wonderland
2024-08-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Carleton Junction, 42 Moore Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Join us for our second Movie in the Park as we step back in time and enjoy the nostalgia of the original Alice in Wonderland!
Location: Carleton Junction – 42 Moore Street Carleton Place
This is a family-friendly movie. Showtime is at 8:00p.m.
There will be a treat vendor or site, or bring your own snacks.
Don’t forget a comfy blanket or lawn chair.
We are pleased to collaborate with Downtown Carleton Place BIA, who are presenting an assortment of August In Wonderland activities! For more information, please visit www.downtowncarletonplace.com

Corn Roast and Family Market
2024-08-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Carleton Place Legion, 177 George Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Stay Tuned for more details.
We are still looking for more vendors for the Family Market. If interested, more details can be viewed on the form below.
https://forms.gle/cXauhC1bDbFGhVhBA

Jammin at the Junction with Steve Stacey & Pat Robillard
2024-08-22 18:15 - 20:00 | Carleton Junction, 42 Moore Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Join us for another great Jammin’ At The Junction with Steve Stacey and Pat Robillard!
We look forward to welcoming them to their first performance at Carleton Junction. If you saw their performance on Canada Day, you know that they bring a fun show of storytelling, audience interaction, and catchy songs!
This is a free event. Carleton Junction is located at 42 Moore Street and has washrooms and a refillable water bottle station on site.
Bring a comfy blanket, or lawn chair and join us for some fun!
For information on future dates and collaboration opportunities, please contact Jessica Hansen: jhansen@carletonplace.ca / 613-257-1690

Free - Young Gardeners' Workshop
2024-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Heritage Museum, 267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Ages 6 to 12. Parents and Guardians to stay for session.
August 4th: Seeds and Soils!
August 11th: Growing your own food
August 18th: Native plants and winged things (pollinator gardens)
August 25th: Flower arranging for kids
Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, RSVP to cphorticulture@gmail.com
Provided by the Carleton Place and District Horticultural Society.

River Walk Guided Walking Tour
2024-08-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Heritage Museum, 267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Explore the riverfront industries of Carleton Place in this walk alongside the Mississippi River. Woollen, flour and lumber mills all flourished here, run by water power. Along the way you’ll learn about the men behind the mills and their families that stayed to settle in Carleton Place.
Tickets $20 each. Reserve your spot by etransfer to cpbmuseum@outlook.com. Please include your name and contact information in message.
Tour begins at the Museum, 267 Edmund Street.

White Noize 2
2024-08-11 13:00 - 18:00 | Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 2J6, Canada
It’s another fun fundraiser for the Museum!
Thank you to Matt Tierney, the White family, Brownie and Friends, Bob White, Glen Syme and the 4H Square Dancers for organizing this great afternoon of music, dancing and fun!
