PALMERSTON – The Minto Optimist Easter Egg Hunt took place on April 19 in Palmerston. Pictured with the Easter Bunny is Paisley, left, and Aubree Streicher.
United Church celebrates 100 years: an in-depth look at Mimosa United Church
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The United Church of Canada is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, and the Advertiser will be featuring local United churches/congregations throughout the year.
Conservation grant applications open
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Community groups and elementary schools can now apply for funding through the Community Conservation Grants program offered by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) and Grand River Conservation Foundation (GRCF).
Headwaters Art Gallery presents Dance of Light
ALTON – Headwaters Arts Gallery presents, Dance of Light, a two- member show featuring painters Alina Lloyd from Orangeville and Anne Schnurr from Guelph.
Ignatius plant sale, Spring Field Day
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Ignatius Farm is holding its Spring Field Day and Plant Sale on May 17 from 9am to 12:30pm.
Have a small garden? Think about growing up
My garden is tiny, well actually, the property is tiny, my garden is big. Crammed with colour, texture, varying heights, and blooms that transverse three seasons, evoking childhood memories of my mother’s garden.
Reflections
Pray persistently, boldly
Guelph Rowing Club welcomes community for 2025 season
GUELPH – Last year brought both big wins and losses to the Guelph Rowing Club (GRC). Now, the club is preparing for a busy spring and summer on Guelph Lake, including its Try Rowing Day.
Defaced election sign
WELLINGTON COUNTY – This Michael Chong election sign, at the corner of Wellington Roads 26 and 22, had some work done to it, apparently by a graffiti artist who signs their name “Loser.”
Belwood Lions Club helps send kids to Camp Bellaleo
FERGUS – This summer, thanks to the generosity of the Belwood Lions Club, three children will get to experience the magic of overnight camping at Camp Bellaleo on Belwood Lake.
OPINION: Training tomorrow’s leaders to grow the future of farming and food
ONTARIO – Strong leadership is a key pillar of success for any organization, business or even government.
At the Library: Libraries recognize Emergency Preparedness Week
Natural hazards may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face.
Centre Wellington to host volunteer fair May 6
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township is hosting a volunteer fair on May 6 from 6 to 8pm at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.
Hillsburgh Garden Club’s Spring Sale
HILLSBURGH– Preparations are in full swing for the Hillsburgh Garden Club’s Spring Plant Sale, set to take place May 17 from 8:30am to 1pm at 9042 Wellington Rd. 22 in Hillsburgh.