CFN – This night of entertainment in Morrisburg was full of surprises. First there was the announcement of the federal grant and then 18 year old singer/songwriter Brandon Roderick started the musical program followed by the incredible Laurence Juber. This was Brandon Roderick’s second visit to the St.Continue Reading
CFN – At the beginning of the show last night, the board of directors had a surprise for the members of the audience. SD&SG MP Guy Lauzon took the stage to announce a federal grant of $20,000 for the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage to be spread over 2 years. MPContinue Reading
CFN – Sadness enveloped my heart as I witnessed a once vibrant life had been snuffed out. Many years ago I first noticed this lovely specimen. It had taken up residence next to the post box which I travelled to on a regular basis; I couldn’t help but notice its regal stature. Continue Reading
So much going on these days…talks of Genetically Modified (GM) salmon out East, GM alfalfa hay, another oil spill down south………………STOP THE MADNESS…..please!! Amid all this talk of Franken-food and the hand of man slapping our Sacred Earth once again with the consequences of dirty oil and GM-food, IContinue Reading
The band from left to right: Ben Whitely, String Bass and backup vocals “Champagne” James Robertson – guitar and effects John Showman – Lead Vocals and fiddle Roman Tomé – Drums and backing vocals CFN – This was a rare night at the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage. First of all,Continue Reading
This call for a Day of Action to Stop GM Alfalfa was issued by the National Farmers Union-Ontario. WHEN: Tuesday April 9, 2013, 12 noon (sharp) to 1 pm WHERE: Kingston, Ottawa (details below) and many other sites across eastern Canada Bring your banners. Bring your voices. Together we can stop the releaseContinue Reading
Submitted Media Release…April 4, 2013. Some 65 species have been waiting and waiting for habitat protection – on average for 19 years Sixty-five species slated to receive mandatory habitat protection this summer under Ontario’s Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA) may be out of luck if the government proceeds with sweepingContinue Reading
Did we (man) ever take into consideration how our own actions would affect our community before proceeding with a project or deed? We seem to be quick to take on a ‘killing’ mentality when we are met with a perceived threat. I see one of the biggest threats toContinue Reading
Yes today is International Forest Day folks. For those of you able to, get out there and enjoy all that our trees and natural landscapes have to offer. Consider the fresh air, the wonderful movements and sounds of the birds and crawling critters and the symphony of the wind amidstContinue Reading
CFN – Earth Day month is just around the corner, a great time to consider what small change I can incorporate into my day to day to help transform my community and world into a more hospitable, healthy place. We have all heard the expression that “small acts, when multipliedContinue Reading
Are we progressing or regressing? What the heck are we doing folks? I attended a community gathering last week which was organized by one of our local non-profits; what I would describe as an environmental organization which featured speakers from another environmental organization. I knew the talk would touchContinue Reading
CFN – It was another great evening at the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage. The night’s entertainment was provided by two terrific, highly acclaimed, Canadian singer/songwriters, Jill Zmud from Ottawa and Amelia Curran from St. John’s Newfoundland. The first set saw Jill Zmud take the stage and performed a number ofContinue Reading
I think many of us have heard about the emerald ash borer which arrived in North America from overseas in 2002. This insect thrives on and consequently kills ash trees within 4 years of infestation. We have witnessed the impact this little bug is having on our landscape as onceContinue Reading
CFN – Today we launch a new service for viewers of CFN. We are pleased to publish Coming Events listings. Community service, church and charitable events may be posted for free (subject to approval by CFN). The key is to be short and to the point. Notices must be inContinue Reading
CFN – It was a dark, cold and blustery night on Saturday but well worth the effort to brave the weather and venture out to the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage in Morrisburg. It was another one of the Intimate Acoustic programs where the Stage features emerging artists. The first setContinue Reading
CFN – Evalyn Parry’s “Spin” with Brad Hart and Bicycle WOW the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage. “Innovative” is the descriptor used in the program for this extraordinary performance by Parry, Hart their trusty bicycle which serves as inspiration and musical instrument throughout the program. Amazing and inspiring are a coupleContinue Reading
CFN – Last night we had a real treat at the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage, jazz, real classic jazz sung by a terrific jazz singer and backed up by a terrific jazz pianist and a terrific jazz base player. Terra Hazelton is a British Colombian born singer/actor who just blewContinue Reading
CFN – This was not your normal evening of acoustic music at the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage. When you combine the avant-garde style of David Simard and the cello playing of Kevin Fox you are in for a terrific night of entertainment. One commonality between the artists was greatContinue Reading