GRAPEVINE NEWSLETTER – Sunday, March 29 to Saturday, April 4, 2026
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, March 29 , 2026
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
Adam Shoalts is a professional explorer, adventurer and author. His best-seller, Where the Falcon Flies: A 3,400 Kilometre Odyssey From My Doorstep to The Arctic, was the winner of County Reads 2024. He describes the dangers faced and obstacles overcome on his gruelling 3-month trek as he followed the migratory path of the peregrine falcon. A program worth repeating! (photos courtesy Adam Shoalts)
Monday, March 30, 2026
TOPICAL ISSUES & CURRENT EVENTS
Colorectal Cancer Screening: Dr. Darren Brenner, Department of Oncology, University of Calgary, and Chrissy Moutsatsos, diagnosed with colorectal cancer one year ago, are among those calling for the age of screening to be lowered to 45.
Community Centre: Hri Neil of the Department of Illumination and Christine Durant of the Prince Edward Learning Centre describe plans for a classroom portable which will become a community centre for Macaulay Village. Council agreed to designate it as a project of community interest.
Trash Bash is back: Evan Nash has details on the 5th Annual Owen Jones Memorial Trash Bash, April 25.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
SERVICES
The Elderberry Fund is a donor advised fund administered by the County Foundation providing grants to support important local causes including food security, arts and culture, health and human services, agriculture, and the environment. We speak with Elderberry Fund Donor Sarah and The County Foundation’s Executive Director, Dominique Jones, about how TCF grant recipients are selected and talk about some of the organizations that have recently received funding.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Building on the important conversation we shared last week with the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan’s Action Team addressing Violence Against Women and Domestic Abuse, we’re continuing that dialogue focusing on the mental health impacts of sexual assault. This conversation with Psychiatrist, Dr. Joe Burley, will take a deeper look at how trauma can affect individuals in both the short and long term and the pathways toward healing and recovery. We’ll also explore how friends, family, and communities can offer meaningful, supportive responses, while helping to break down stigma and common misconceptions.
COUNTY DOG
Stimulation and Our Beloved Canines, Part 2: With Professional Dog Trainer, Tasha Shaw-Verbic, we dive deeper into the importance of providing appropriate, intentional stimulation—and how it works to support better behaviour and overall well-being in our canine companions.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
COUNTY COOKS
Spring is sprouting here in the County. Chef Chris Byrne stops by to talk about sprouts/microgreens, how to grow them and how to incorporate them into your spring dishes.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Co-founders of the Studio PEC, Sofia Faga and Cait Ryan, share the story of their Pilates-based movement studio that blends the foundational support of Pilates with a variety of other modalities to help you create an empowering and functional movement practice that helps you feel good in your body.
THE COUNTY NATURALLY
Photo: Paul Danese
This week, The County, Naturally begins a new adventure called Friends in Nature. Throughout the year, Pamela Stagg will invite nature-related groups to host programs. To kick off the series, Pamela will hand the microphone to Cristina Petrucci, Communications & Advocacy Lead at Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory. She will be talking to Ashley Jensen, the Observatory’s Station Manager about migration — a phenomenon which she describes as magical and awe-inspiring.
Thursday, April 2, 2026
COUNTY GROWS
Jane Thompson speaks with mother and son duo Helen and Don Williams, who inherited the renowned Wilhome Farms from their husband/father Robert “Bob” Williams. Jane speaks to them about the process of inheriting the farm and what the future of Wilhome Farms might look like.
COUNTY PROFILE
Gage Broderick speaks with designer and TV personality, Sarah Keenleyside. Sarah is famous for being the co-host of the popular HGTV series Backyard Builds and is excited about the upcoming new series titled The County, where she brings her design expertise to several historic homes right here in PEC. Gage and Sarah detail her upbringing, career path, and what to expect from this exciting new project.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Liz Zylstra and Barbara Sweet discuss an upcoming fundraiser organized by the PEC Heritage Conservancy.
Friday, April 3, 2026
ARTSCENE
Discover the art of fire and form as Cheryl Singer sits down with local glassblower Mark Armstrong, whose family roots in the craft stretch back to the 1800s. It’s a story of legacy, creativity, and molten magic.
Don’t miss it—on Artscene.
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
I Know That Voice
On this rebroadcast of I Know That Voice, Gage Broderick talks about another one of the most famous and longstanding voice performers of our generation, Dan Castellaneta. Castellaneta is most famous for his role of Homer Simpson in the long-running animated sitcom, The Simpsons but has also appeared in dozens of pieces of media over his career. Take a peek behind the mic and see another one of the talented voice artists who bring your favorite animated characters to life!
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spring for Cash 50/50
Win big and support 99.3 County FM and the Rotary Club of Picton. It’s our Spring for Cash 50/50 draw. Tickets are priced at 5 for $10, 30 for $20, 150 for $50, or 400 for $100. Get yours online www.countyfm5050.ca …or drop into CountyFM’s studios during regular business hours. Participants must be 18 years or older. Winner announced on April 20th at 8:40 AM License number RAF1519149
Showtime Apr 1
Prince Edward Community Theatre and A Theatre Club Audio Podcasts present Steve Cleberg’s “Radio Suspense Theatre” in two separate acts. Join us Wednesday April 1st at 9pm for Act 1 – “Murder in Focus,” With an ex-boyfriend’s return and a killer at large, a newlywed wonders: Is her husband a stranger? Then, catch our second thriller on April 8th. Sponsored by June Gill, Real Estate Agent, Royal LePage, Pro Alliance Realty. Click here for more information
Miss Emily’s “The Medicine” Apr 4 Official Album Release Party, 99.3 CountyFM Presentation!
Join us at The Regent Theatre April 04 @ 7:30 pm. Miss Emily and her band celebrate her new Soul/Blues/Americana album “The Medicine”. The evening features a performance of the new album in its entirety as well as some of Emily’s favourite originals from previously recorded albums and carefully selected soul covers. Get all the details and tickets Click Here
Seniors and Technology: Embracing the Digital World
Our six part original radio documentary series is available online Seniors and Technology: Embracing the Digital World | 99.3 County FM Brought to you by CountyFM, Prince Edward Learning Centre, County of Prince Edward Public Library & Archives, The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association, and The Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
The PEC Jazz Festival special launch event May 8
It’s the start of another exciting festival season and 99.3 CountyFM is excited to return as a media sponsor. At the kick off, dance the night away to the fabulous sounds of The Crap Shooters Jive Band. You’ll also be among the first to know the full Main Stage lineup for the 2026 Prince Edward County Jazz Festival. Location: Waring Hall 395 Sandy Hook Rd., Picton. Tickets through Eventbrite.
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