Cultural & Community Updates

Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the best of Lanark County's agricultural heritage, local food and rural traditions at the Lanark County Harvest Festival on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Beckwith Park (1319 9th Line, Beckwith Township).

Succession planning is a part of strategic planning for any organization. Home Hospice North Lanark (HHNL) is looking to fill the positions of two board directors who are completing their two-year terms.

Come on out to the scenic town of Almonte on September 12 and 13 to celebrate the wonderful world of fibre arts at the 31st Fibrefest – the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s annual fundraiser! 

Here is the latest weekly news from the Mississippi Mills Public Library (MMPL).

The Canadian Cancer Society’s Wheels of Hope program is looking for more volunteer drivers to help residents in Mississippi Mills.

First time Master of Ceremonies, Hayden Swierenga and rising stars Andrew Jahn and Ronin Hashimoto are excited to welcome you to Something For Everyone: The Final Concert, on Saturday, August 29 at 3 p.m. at the Almonte United Church (106 Elgin Street).

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is advising the public about Bank Investigator fraud, in which criminals impersonate financial institutions, law enforcement agencies, credit reporting bureaus, and online retailers in an effort to gain access to victims' bank accounts and steal their money.

Held each October, the Lanark County Female First Responders Camp is a two-day, hands-on experience for self-identifying females aged 15 to 21 living in Lanark County. Participants learn real-life emergency skills, gain mentorship from local first responders, and explore careers in emergency services.

The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is excited to once again host the MM Community Open House!

Applications are now officially open for the 2026 Fall Starter Company Plus program until August 20 at 4 p.m. The intake will run from September to December 2026.