Nancy has been a household name in our downtown since 1983, curating fashion for all the ladies of Carleton Place and beyond. It is with sadness and fondness that we wish Nancy a happy and healthy retirement. Nancy has sat on the BIA Board and she has guided our downtown through ups and downs.  She has a heart of gold and a wicked eye for fashion. We are going to miss her, I will miss her daily strut of smart and totally on point outfits sashaying down Bridge Street. Nancy Congratulation on our well-deserved retirement. Here’s wishing you the best in this next phase
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More than 20 businesses registered during first intake. The Lanark County Tourism Association (LCTA) is pleased to announce that the first intake of applications for the Sip and Savour Trail saw more than 20 new businesses apply to be part of the trail. Applications will continue to be accepted on an ongoing basis until March 31; the trail is expected to be ready for rollout for spring 2019. As Lanark County’s first food and drink trail, the Sip and Savour Trail will feature the stories of the unique tastes and flavours of Lanark County, and the people behind those experiences.
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All proceeds going to Lanark County Interval House programs Saturday, March 16,  9:00 am – 4:00 pm The Grand Hotel,  7 Bridge Street, Carleton Place So many of the women that seek safety with us are trying to escape a marriage that went wrong, but also, many women that come to us go on to find wonderful, loving partners. With thoughts of every woman who has sought love after pain, Lanark County Interval House is excited to host a Bridal Gown Blowout Sale thanks to the incredible support of Renewed With Love Bridal Outlet!! Come find your dream dress!! With
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Black Tartan is celebrating 3 years in business this month. Ian and his team continue to ‘wow’ their guests with delightful dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. His happy demeanour, his love for local farms and ingredient is wonderful. His dedication to the community, giving back is a part of the Black Tartan way, it is no wonder he is a community leader. Keep up the good work Ian.
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We are very excited to share the news regarding our NEW holiday lighting. Downtown Carleton Place will be dazzling this holiday season, with 17,000+ wonderful warm white Christmas lights, that will light up the winter night sky. During our holiday lighting season (November 14th, 2018 to February 1st, 2019), select trees and lamp posts will be decorated with garland, red bows, berries and Christmas lights. Beautiful holiday baskets, full of winter greenery will be placed on the Town’s central bridge and select Bridge Street lamp posts. This will carry through to the Carleton Place Mews, to create a festive &
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Final plans are now in place surrounding the annual November 11th Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony in Carleton Place. With just over three weeks prior to this annual event, the organizing committee, spearheaded by members of the local Legion Branch #192, met on October 17th to finalize their plans to mark the 100th Anniversary of Armistice that will take place on November 11ththis year. It was on November 11, 1918 at 11:00 a.m. – At the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, “the war to end all wars” came to an end. The guns finally fell silent, bringing to
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Downtown Carleton Place will be dazzling this holiday season, with 17,000+ wonderful warm white Christmas lights, that will light up the winter night sky. During our holiday lighting season (November 14, 2018, to February 1, 2019), select trees and lamp posts will be decorated with garland, red bows and Christmas lights. To produce daytime ambience, an array of beautiful holiday baskets full of winter greenery will be placed on the Town’s central bridge, select Bridge Street lamp posts, these will carrying through to the Carleton Place Mews to create a festive & cheery atmosphere for our Downtown core. The beautification
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