GRAPEVINE NEWSLETTER – Sunday, May 11 – Saturday,May 17, 2025
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To this end, we are sharing with you highlights of the next week on Sunday’s The County Writes…The County Reads and Monday to Friday Grapevine (noon hour & repeat 6:00 p.m.) plus any other unique programming specials.
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Sunday, May 11, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
Lori Weidenhammer, author of Victory Gardens for Bees, revised edition, explains how vital bees are to human existence and how to provide welcoming environments so they can thrive.
It’s Mother’s Day and Terry Sprague reads an entry from his mom’s journal about her very busy ‘day off’ on the family farm. Andrew Binks reveals why a theme from a movie reminds him of his mom and how much she loved him. Conrad Beaubien relates how music stirred his mother’s memories.
Monday, May 12, 2025
THE COUNTY GRAPEVINE
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is the 267th pope. William Acres, Professor of History at Western University, discusses the selection of Pope Leo XIV and the new pontiff’s approach to his position as leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.
Dennis Darby, President and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, comments on the meeting of Prime Minister Carney/President Trump and CME’s labour report, Keep Calm and Keep Training, which highlights the impact of the Trump tariffs on Ontario’s workforce.
Christine Riley, President of the Central Lakes Association of Realtors (CLAR), has the latest real estate statistics for the County along with trends in the region.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
SERVICES
The Climate Action Working Group for Prince Edward County has completed a series of public consultations and is moving forward on the County’s Sustainability Plan. Albert Paschkowiak, Environmental Services and Sustainability Supervisor for Prince Edward County, and Angus Ross, Environmental Services Advisory Committee member, join us once again to share the findings from that process and discuss the next steps for the County’s Climate Action Plan.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
As Oral Health Month came to a close last week, The South East Health Unit (SEHU, formerly Hastings Prince Edward Public Health) made it easier for eligible seniors and children to access free preventative dental care in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties with the launch of the mobile dental bus. Oral Health Manager, Kelly Palmateer, talks about this new service and how keeping up with regular dental care can prevent or address dental concerns that can have an impact on our quality of life and overall health.
CONSUMERISM
Have you ever wondered how barcodes work? Let’s find out from Carolyn Gummo of City Revival who joins us in studio to talk about the decision to transfer over to the new barcode system to help manage stock of the consignment store on Picton’s Main Street. We’ll also talk about the success of her annual fashion show last month, a fundraiser for the Picton food bank.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
Liz Moran speaks with David Correa, Executive Chef of The Waring House Inn in Picton. David talks about all things food, travel and culture.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Duarte Da Silva interviews local business owners about the joys and challenges of running a business in the county.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
Have you ever wanted to identify that bird you just heard singing? The revolutionary Merlin bird ID app from Cornell Lab Ornithology will do just that for you. This app has taken the bird world by storm. Pamela Stagg talks to a member of Team Merlin about how AI was used to “train” the app to such a high degree of precision.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Cheryl McLellan speaks with Lorraine Schmid and Lori Aselstine of Thyme Again Gardens, a diverse 115 acre organic farm — located in the quaint and picturesque community of Carrying Place. This family operation grows and grinds their own grains, harvests renewable energy sources, and grows food in accordance with permaculture. They produce wool products and provide a wide variety of heirloom, heritage, open-pollinated and hybrid vegetable, herb and flower seeds.
COUNTY PROFILE
Leaving the County after a busy childhood here seems a pattern for many folks who have found their way back to what they consider home. Learn about all that Bev Sprague is doing for this home of ours during this week’s County profile with Renay Weissman-Stanners.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Barbara Sweet and Liz Zylstra from the County of Prince Edward Public Library discuss a typical week across the six branches in the library with programs for everyone.
Friday, May 16, 2025
SPORTS ROUNDUP
The Prince Edward County Sports Hall of Fame showcases memorable athletes and events.
PET REPORT
Dave Wheatley reports on lost and found cats as well as profiling the ones looking for a forever home.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
New Music
Pat Larkin presents current music trends, artists, and releases.
ARTSCENE
Krista Dalby and Hri Neil from the Department of Illumination dropped by the station to talk with Mary Ann Farrell about The Delhi Project. The Department of Illumination is transforming Picton’s largest green space, Delhi Park, into a dynamic hub of creativity and community connection with their new mobile art studio. From May 17 through August 2025, the 31-acre park will come alive as the organization embarks on an artistic residency to uncover the hidden magic of this storied space.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Celebrate Mother’s Day with 99.3 County FM
Does your mom have a favorite song that you would like played on air? Email your request to promotions@993countyfm.ca today (Sat). Listen Sunday as we play requests and then between 5pm-6pm we make the grand prize winner’s announcement during the 4 O’Clock Jump. Win tickets to one of The PEC Jazz Festival 2025 premier events…The Music of Quincy Jones at the Regent Theatre on August 16th AND a $100 gift certificate from The Waring House…they also want us to pass on that they still have openings for brunch and dinner reservations Sunday…brunch goes until 3pm and dinner service is 6pm-8:30pm. Happy Mother’s Day…from 99.3 County FM, the Voice of the County.
Radiothon 2025 Thursday June 5th – Sunday June 8th
Four days of incredible entertainment. Check out all of the musicians who have been kind enough to offer to perform during our critical fundraising event. RADIOTHON 2025 LINE UP
Your support helps to bridge the gap in the required revenue to keep the station on-air 24/7. HOW TO DONATE
Special thanks to our sponsors…Wellings of Picton, McDougall Insurance (Picton), JJ International Media and Management Solutions, Angie’s Pooper Pumping Septic Service, Lockyer’s Country Gardens, Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance, Stormy’s Auto Sales, and Carson’s Garden & Market.
Join 99.3 County FM and the Picton Rotary for the 10th Annual Lilac Ride
The Picton Rotary 10th Annual Lilac Ride on Sunday, May 25th
Featuring three scenic courses of 25, 50, or 100 kilometres that showcase stunning routes through Lake on the Mountain, Waupoos, and Marysburgh. All rides will begin and end at the Prince Edward Community Centre. County FM will be on-site, so stop by and say hello!
Refreshments will be available along the route, and we’ll celebrate with a delicious barbecue after the ride. Check out www.pictonrotary.ca for all the details on how to register and to support the event.
Brought to you by media sponsor 99.3 County FM.
Hike for Hospice May 31st, 2025
Join 99.3 County FM for the 14th Annual Hike for Hospice at The Bethany Christian Reformed Church in Bloomfield. Get outside, move, and raise money for a great cause.
Go to www.hospiceprinceedward.ca and click on the register button!
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Picton, Telegraph Narrows, and your friends at 99.3 County FM!
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Show your love of community radio. Pick up a free 99.3 County FM lawn sign from the station, 38 Cold Storage Road, Monday-Friday 9-5. Show your vote and support for PEC community radio. The signs really help spread the word about the radio station and encourage further support.
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