The Providence Bay Library has two websites. There is one that can be accessed through the Living in Central section of the Municipality of Central Manitoulin webpage at www.centralmanitoulin.ca The other webpage is at www.olsn.ca/centralmanitoulinlibraries
Last week we incorrectly reported that they offered Ontario Boating League Examinations at the library. The Pleasure Craft Operator Card can be obtained by taking a Transport Canada approved three-hour online course; a 75-minute exam and you are able to print off your licence or have it mailed to you. The cost is $49.99 It can be done at www.boaterexam.com
The monthly Curling Club breakfast was held this past Thursday and had a fantastic turnout as usual.
The anticipated renovations to the Providence Bay Centennial Hall have begun. They are renovating the kitchen with new cabinets and sinks as well as new flooring. It’s going to look great.
This has been such a mild winter. The bay is still wide open. The roaring crash of the ice-filled waves can be heard while near the beach. Our mystery snow blower has been out again. Thank you so much for helping to keep the walking ladies of our community so fit and healthy. The days are getting noticeably longer so there is more time in the evening to enjoy the warm weather.
The North Shore Secondary School Athletics curling championships are being held in Central Manitoulin on February 18 and 19. The boys’ division will be playing in Mindemoya and the girls teams will be playing in Providence Bay. The top team in each division will continue on to the Northern Ontario Secondary School Athletics.
Valentine’s Day is falling on the Family Day long weekend. This is a province wide opportunity for families to fish together. People are able to fish with the otherwise mandatory fishing licence. Participants are required to fish under conservation fishing limits as set out in the Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary. It’s a fantastic time to introduce a friend to fishing. As anglers, we shape the future of fishing in Ontario! Remember to always fish with care and concern to preserve our precious natural resources.
If you have anything to contribute to the Providence Bay News and Notes be sure to send us the information by each Sunday afternoon by 3 pm. Holidays may alter the schedule. We’d love to hear from you. We’ve been getting lots of feedback that people love reading our community column. Let’s get more community input. Contact Cheryl at 705-377-7511 or email at (prov_chick@hotmail.com)
