GRAPEVINE NEWSLETTER – Sunday, November 30 – Saturday, December 6, 2025
99.3 County FM is dedicated to keeping you informed about our programming.
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, November 30, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
It’s the Ninth Annual Which Books Are County Writers Giving As Gifts edition of The County Writes…The County Reads. Dave JD Carpenter, Vicki Delany, Janet Kellough and Ken Murray have an eclectic selection of fiction and non-fiction books which may suit someone on your list.
Monday, December 1, 2025
TOPICAL ISSUES & CURRENT EVENTS
Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health for South East Public Health, explains that, although leases on several satellite offices in communities including Napanee, Trenton and Picton will end as of March 1, 2026, residents will still receive public health programs and services.
Pat Larkin is producing Christmas Fireside Reads presented by the Marysburgh Mummers, 99.3 County FM, The County Writes…The County Reads and featuring local story tellers and musicians. Event takes place at Mt. Tabor Playhouse, December 7, 2 p.m., admission by donation to the Angel Tree and local food banks.
Evan Nash is hosting the Storehouse Food Bank’s Angel Tree in Wellington Home Hardware and explains how your participation will brighten a child’s Christmas.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Consumerism
Jolly Cut brings natural, wild, and organic ingredients into everything from martinis and single malt scotch to classics like the Old-Fashioned—plus non-alcoholic drinks, too. Dave and Suzanne do a taste test with its creator, Doug Blendell, and a conversation about the flavourful additives that can brighten beverages during the holiday season.
Health and Wellness
When a person loses their job, it can be overwhelming and take a toll on one’s sense of self. Tess Singer, a Senior Consultant at Feldman Daxon Partners Inc., who specializes in career transition, leadership development and group facilitation talks about helping people through these challenging and sometimes transformative periods of life.
Services
Gillian Armstrong, Interim Executive Director of the County Foundation, talks about how the Foundation helps organizations in our community collect and distribute the money they receive and the variety of ways to donate through them.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
County Cooks
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Krista Hepburn speaks with local chefs, cooks, and friends about their favourite recipes and dishes.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Craig Mills speaks with Trevor Howard, Sales Manager of Campbell Monument. Campbell
Monument has been serving our community since 1909.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
Photo: Paul Danese
There are white-tailed deer all over the County, but they can be elusive. That’s because they’re adapted to the low light of dawn and dusk. Certified Deer Management Steward Mark Rodgers will talk to Pamela Stagg about the life and times of these fascinating animals.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Krista Hepburn speaks with Carson Arthur, owner of Caron’s Garden and Market, where he discusses both the art and business sides of landscaping the areas of your home, mainly your front and back yards.
COUNTY PROFILE
Last year we broadcast this conversation between Timothy Luginbuhl and Laura Holmes revealing her work in Salvation Army Community Services, singing the national anthem at Wellington Duke’s games, and her early training as a private eye. At this time of year, when the Sally Ann does some of its most wonderful and necessary work, we thought it would be a good time to hear from Laura again.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Anne Russell and Craig Mills talk with members of our community about events coming up in our community including Brian Barlow’s Big Band December 13th at The Regent
(https://www.facebook.com/brian.barlow.338/)
Friday, December 5, 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 THE BUZZ?
Representatives from the ROC youth centre in Picton share the imaginative talents and perspectives of the youth in Prince Edward County.
ARTSCENE
A new musical is coming to Prince Edward County in the summer of 2026 and it has been written and is being directed by the County’s own Mike Trites.
Cheryl Singer sits down with Mike to talk about his latest work, In the Key of Blue, featuring the timeless songs of Blue Rodeo, one of Canada’s most beloved bands. Cheryl learns what sparked Mike with the idea of writing this musical with a story that blends heart, nostalgia, and music that defined a generation.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Nov 30-Dec 6)
Santa Claus Parades
Bloomfield was a blast last night. Join 99.3 CountyFM in Picton Nov 29 and Consecon Dec 7. Details here
Programming Changes
Thank you to Doug Ward, taking on Monday middays as well as Saturday Morning Country; and to Ken Arnott for assisting with more host shifts of Mather’s Music & Miscellany..
Holiday 50/50 Raffle
Win cash by supporting your community radio station and helping older adults live well at home, stay active, and feel connected. The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association and 99.3 County FM have teamed up to bring you the Holiday 50/50 Raffle. A great stocking stuffer for a loved one!
Get your ticket at countyfm5050.ca or stop by the station at 38 Cold Storage Road during regular business hours Tune in on New Year’s Day at 8:40 am to find out if you or a loved one is the the jackpot winner!
Win big by supporting your community radio station and Community Care For Seniors!
Contest open to Ontario residents 18 years of age or older. License number RAF1519149
Join The County Writes The County Reads and the Marysburgh Mummers Dec 7th
“Christmas Fireside Reads” is in Support of the Angel Tree program. Come join us to an afternoon of Christmas cheer at the Mt. Tabor Playhouse in Milford on December 7th at 2 PM, Tickets are by donation and are available at Books and Company and at the door. Donations of canned goods to the Food Bank are also gratefully encouraged. It’s an afternoon filled with laughter, joy, and community spirit, all for a great cause..For more information, please contact Pat Larkin at 613 920 7686 or info@mummers.ca.
Comedy Country at The CAPE Dec 10th
Top-tier comedy acts from Toronto, Montreal, and beyond paired with rising local talent for unforgettable nights of live performance transforming one of the County’s most stunning venues into a midweek comedy hub. Presented by Comedy Country, media sponsor 99.3 CountyFM. PEC’s award-winning rural comedy series since 2015—these Wednesday night shows are built for comedy lovers.
“Cheap Wine” is family. For real. As in two of them have the same parents and two of them have a marriage certificate. That’s sweet and wholesome, but it’s also kind of weird! AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD at Toronto Sketchfest 2025. Warning: This is a friendly family troupe, but not a family-friendly show! Details here
Jazz & Sparkle – Tapas & Show at The CAPE Dec 12
Our friends at The CAPE in Picton have a special night of food and jazz planned for December 12.With Lauren Falls, known for her work as a bandleader and collaborator across Canada’s jazz scenePianist Thompson Egbo-Egbo has built a career bridging genres and audiences.delicious tapas and interactive food stations curated by chef partner Stuart Cameron of BocadoListen to win or visit www.pecjazz.org to purchase tickets today.
Wellington Dukes Play by Play
Catch all of the action with your play by play host Craig Foster and producer Gage Broderick. Next broadcast Sunday Dec 14th at 12:30pm. Wellington vs Cobourg, live from the Cobourg Community Centre,
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