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The Thousand Islands Playhouse has unveiled its 2027 season, featuring seven productions ranging from Broadway favourites to contemporary Canadian works, all exploring the theme of family. The upcoming season will feature productions of Annie, Pride and Prejudice and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, alongside Canadian stories exploring relationships, identity and
Read MoreGananoque is getting ready to trade its usual small-town charm for a little Halloween mischief. Downtown Gananoque will again become a destination for ghosts, goblins, witches and whatever else happens to come knocking when the fourth annual Spooktacular Trick or Treat event takes over King Street on Oct. 31. The
Read MoreA.J. Benoit is aiming to bring the a little more excitement, civic pride, and tradition to Brockville, as he prepares to hopefully take on the role of official town crier. Benoit believes there is no better time than now to introduce a town crier, as the city continues to take on new tourism and community events and initiatives every year.
Read MoreYouth Opportunities in the Arts (YOA) brought FAME JR. The Musical to the Brockville stage from Aug. 28 to 30, bringing together a talented group of local youth for a production that showcased not only their abilities, but the dedication of the community behind them.
Read MoreThroughout history, the Thousand Islands have provided more than a scenic backdrop to the Canada-U.S. border. They have been a place where people from both sides of the river have lived, worked, travelled and built connections. It’s a shared history that will be explored in a new exhibit opening Thursday
Read MoreAs summer gives way to cooler mornings and colourful leaves, Brockville residents can embrace the fall season with a full calendar of festivals, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly events. With the help of Brockville Tourism, we’ve compiled a list of 10 events and experiences to add to your calendar this month.
Read MoreCommunity members are invited to lace up their walking shoes and show their support for local seniors as The Grand Parade returns to Centennial Park in Athens on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever driven along County Road 40 in Athens, you may have passed one of Charleston Lake’s most convenient and quietly impactful community resources: the Charleston Lake Association Information Centre, located at 109 County Road 40. For residents, seasonal visitors and newcomers alike, the centre serves as a friendly
Read MoreAfter 18 months of work, the community of Smiths Falls has come together to create the inaugural Smiths Falls Literary Festival. Local residents, along with those from across the region and beyond are invited to celebrate the art of storytelling and the written word this September. The festival is a
Read MoreFrom 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2026, Brockville and the Thousand Islands will once again join communities across Ontario by opening the doors to 16 historic, cultural and community landmarks, giving residents and visitors free access to explore places that are often closed to the public or require paid admission.
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