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.
This newsletter is sent once per week. If you prefer not to know what’s happening on Grapevine, please inform us by emailing reception@993countyfm.ca.
Sunday, February 23, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
Mike Harper has put aside his favourite mysteries to pick up a non-fiction book by an MSNBC broadcaster which caught his attention. Debbie Whittall is reading ‘an uplifting book about grief’.
Annelise Noronha is finding inspiration in the words of a revered poet.
What are YOU reading? Email lpickering@kos.net
Monday, February 24, 2025
TOPICAL ISSUES & CURRENT EVENTS
U.S. President Trump plans to slap a 25% tariff on Canadian products and a 10% tariff on Canadian energy as of March 4. He has also said he will add a further 25% tariff on lumber and forest products “some time in April.”
Moshe Lander, senior lecturer in economics at Concordia University, explains the impact a trade war will have on the Canadian economy and consumers. 100 People Who Care PEC have once again contributed a hefty sum to the Wellington Storehouse Food Bank. David Fox discusses the group’s goals and Cynthia Riordon describes the increase in demand for the food bank’s services.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
CONSUMER INFORMATION
As part of our ongoing Occupations of Interest series, local luthier Merrick Newell of Viridis Guitars joins us in-studio to talk about the craft of making guitars, how he prioritizes sustainability, and only works with non-endangered wood.
Let’s talk appliances, Part II, with Proprietor Evan Nash of Nash Home Hardware in Wellington, one the retailers’s leaders in sales and customer service selling home appliances. This conversation will focus on washers and dryers.
Did you know Saint Andrews church on Picton’s King Street has been renamed “The Andrew”? As part of our Branding a Business series, we speak with Reverend Lynne Donovan regarding its rebranding and launch coming up next month.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
Looking for a satisfying, nutritious and affordable addition to your meals? Chef Chris Byrne discusses how to create warming and delicious dishes by incorporating a variety of beans and legumes.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Pearl Hucul speaks with Shelley Durnin, owner of Kokito in Bloomfield about how she fell in love with the county and has made her living here providing tourists and locals alike with unique products including handcrafted blankets, candles, and soaps as well as eco-friendly cleaning products available in individually selected quantities.
THE COUNTY NATURALLY
Photo: Michael J. Bennett
Gazing up at the night sky can be magical. Dark skies make the experience better, not just for us, but for astronomers. Even birds benefit from dark skies.In fact, some won’t live around artificial light. County astronomer Ramesh Pooran will talk about designated dark-sky areas, what they are and their benefits for those who love watching the stars.
Thursday, February 27, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Cheryl McLellan interviews one of the founders of Fiddlehead Farms, Heather Coffey, about the history of the farms and what lengths they go to to produce the quality veggies they produce year round.
COUNTY PROFILE
Timothy Luginbuhl speaks with Radiator Collective Co-founder and fiber artist Erynn Ahern.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Friday, February 28, 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?
The Roc
On a new episode of Inside Thoughts, brought to you by the ROC, the kids will get together and discuss different post-secondary options that graduating students have.
ARTSCENE
The Prince Edward County Arts Council proudly facilitates the Indigenous Voices Fund, which includes a grants program providing direct financial support to Indigenous artists in the Quinte region.
Cheryl Singer will be speaking with Angela Wiggins; one of the recipient artists of this grant program
Saturday, March 1, 2025
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Reflections on Lives & Times in Prince Edward County: Limited tickets on-site. Sat Feb 22, doors will open 12:45; event 1:15 pm until approx 2:45 pm. $15 adults, youth 12 and under n/c. Macaulay Church Museum. Enjoy an inside peek at our new radio series bringing the County’s history to life and hear from the researchers why they selected their favourite story. Beverages and light food included. The project is funded by the New Horizons for Seniors program and supported locally by Edward Jones of Picton, Base 31, and County Museums.
Showtime Wednesday night at 9pm
For the last few weeks Philip Knox has been hosting Showtime with local guests to highlight Academy Award winners (past and still to come) in terms of Best Song. The Category of Best Song or Musical Score was introduced in 1935, careful consideration and discussions have taken place as we’ve taken a musical adventure featuring songs from 1935-2025.
This Wednesday, join Philip and fellow County FM volunteer, Mary Ann Farrell (MAF) as they review songs from 2010 – 2025. You can visit County FM’s Archives for past episodes Click here
1935-1949 Archived – Jan. 22/25 Lenni Stewart
1950-1964 Archived – Jan 29/25 Sid Wells
1965-1974 Archived – Feb. 5/25 Mary Ann Farrell
1980-1994 Archived – Feb. 12/25 Cheryl Singer
1995-2009 Archived – Feb. 19/25 Lenni Stewart
Dukes Skate and Awards Party
All sponsors, volunteers, player families & billets are welcome to join the Dukes Skate and Awards Party, Saturday March 1st, skate 11am – 12pm – Lehigh Arena. Appreciation event 1pm.
APPRECIATION 1:00 pm Highland Hall. Light lunch. Sign up sheet in the Lehigh Arena lobby.
Sophiasburgh Recreation Committee Maple Pub Night
99.3 County FM is again a proud sponsor of this event on Sat March 29 7pm-Midnight.
Incredible lineup of local musicians! 19+ event. More to come… tickets at www.maplepubnight.brownpapertickets.com
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Volunteer Opportunities
IndigiVibes – Indigenous host – Wednesday 7-8p
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