SD&G Scoop – Your Local Lowdown for March 13–20, 2025! ☀️

Hey Cornwall & SD&G crew 👋 ! Hope you’re enjoying these first hints of spring—warmer days, longer evenings, and lots happening around town.

This week we’ve got some exciting community events to look forward to, a heartwarming neighbour story, a cozy bite to try, and a nostalgic nod to one of Cornwall’s iconic corners. So grab a coffee and settle in—here’s what’s going on around our corner of the world.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
🎉   What’s Happening This Week (March 20–27, 2025)

📅 Here are a few events you won’t want to miss:

🔸   "Connecting Currents" Art Exhibition
🗓 March 20 | 🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Cline House Gallery, 204 Second St. East, Cornwall
A vibrant collection from local artists capturing stories of place, identity, and connection. Free admission.
👉 https://cornwalltourism.com/events

🔸   Au Pensionnat des Toujours Jeunes – Theatre Performance (French-language comedy)
🗓 March 21 | 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Seaway Valley Theatre Company, 30 Sixth St. E.
A lighthearted local production that’s sure to entertain. Tickets available online and at the door.
👉 https://cornwalltourism.com/events

🔸   Cartooning Workshop – Cornwall Public Library
🗓 March 22 | 🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | 📍 Cornwall Public Library
Bring your creativity! A free, hands-on workshop for all ages—no experience needed.
👉 https://www.library.cornwall.on.ca/events/month

🔸   Spring Equinox Nature Walk – Gray’s Creek Conservation Area
🗓 March 23 | 🕘 9:00 AM | 📍 18045 County Road 2, South Glengarry
Celebrate spring’s arrival with a guided nature walk through one of the region’s most beautiful spots.
👉 https://www.rrca.on.ca/page.php?id=6

🔸   Cornwall Colts vs. Kemptville 73’s – CCHL Junior A Hockey
🗓 March 25 | 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Cornwall Civic Complex
Support the hometown team as they battle it out on the ice!
👉 https://www.thecchl.ca

Might see us at the nature walk—bring your boots and say hi!

MEET YOUR NEIGHBOUR
👋   Martha Lefebvre, Community Garden Champion

If you’ve ever visited the Cornwall Community Gardens behind the Aquatic Centre, you’ve likely seen Martha tending to her rows of tomatoes and chatting with passersby. A longtime volunteer, Martha has helped mentor dozens of new gardeners and shares her surplus produce with local food programs. “It’s not just about the veggies—it’s about the connections,” she says.

WHERE TO GRAB A BITE
🍽 Where to Grab a Bite: Luna’s Mediterranean Cuisine

Tucked in at 619 Pitt Street, Luna’s has quickly become a local favourite for fresh, flavourful dishes like chicken souvlaki, tabbouleh, and homemade hummus. The spanakopita is a must-try—and don’t skip the baklava!

THROWBACK CORNER
📸   Throwback Corner: 2nd Street East at Pitt, Circa 1910

Cornwall Circa 1910

This stunning photo captures 2nd Street looking east at Pitt Street around 1910 , offering a remarkable glimpse into Cornwall’s past. You’ll spot a police officer on the corner , the front porch of the King George Hotel , and the Sterling Bank , which once stood where the Poirier parking lot is today. Look closely and you’ll even see a horse-drawn carriage and the ornate water fountain , where horses stopped for a drink—an everyday scene from a bygone era.

PET OF THE WEEK
🐾   Titan the American Bulldog

Meet Titan , a young American Bulldog currently available for adoption at the Ontario SPCA – Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre in Cornwall. Titan is full of love and energy—he’s affectionate, playful, and would thrive in a home with an experienced dog owner who enjoys staying active.

He’s best suited to a home without small children, and he’s looking for a forever family who can give him the time, space, and attention he deserves. If you’re looking for a loyal companion with a big heart, Titan just might be your guy. 🐶 ❤️

👉 Learn more or apply to adopt: https://ontariospca.ca/adopt/view-pets-for-adoption/#/animal/254941

COMMUNITY WINS
🏆 Cornwall Community Hospital Earns Provincial Recognition

The Cornwall Community Hospital was recently awarded the Healthcare Excellence Award for outstanding patient care initiatives, including expanded mental health support services and rural outreach programs. A big win for our region’s health and wellbeing.

JUST FOR FUN
🎯   Games Corner – Just for Fun!

This week’s brain teaser:
Unscramble this local spot → usoth lyegrgrna kreamt

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter!)

Have a fun idea for a future puzzle? Hit reply—we’d love to feature your submission!

ESTATE & NEIGHBOURHOOD BUZZ
🏡   Quaint Three Bedroom Home

🔑   New Listing: 334 McConnell Avenue, Cornwall
Charming 3-bedroom home, updated kitchen, large yard. Listed at $389,000 .
👉 https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/26651384/334-mcconnell-avenue-cornwall

📈 Market Snapshot: Interest in small-town living is holding steady, with buyers looking for detached homes under $450,000 in walkable neighbourhoods.

JOBS AND CLASSIFIEDS
📢   Who is Hiring?

💼 Current Listings:

• Administrative Assistant @ City of Cornwall – https://www.cornwall.ca/en/city-hall/employment-opportunities.aspx

• Line Cook @ Jet Set Pub (NAV Centre) – https://www.indeed.ca/jobs?q=nav+centre+cornwall

• Caregiver (Home Support Worker) @ Bayshore Home Health – https://www.bayshore.ca/careers/

Got a job opening or something to buy/sell? Send it in for next week’s issue!

CLOSING CALL
📩   Your Turn!

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🧠   Games Corner Answer: SOUTH GLENGARRY MARKET

Let us know if you got it right—or if you have a fun puzzle we should use next week! 😊