Otonabee Memorial Community Centre - Mural Competition

Call for Artists – OSM Arena Mural Project

The Otonabee-South Monaghan Township is inviting artists of all levels to submit designs for a 24’ x 9’ mural at the Otonabee Memorial Community Centre entrance.

Deadline: November 15, 2025

The winning design will be community-painted in spring 2026. Submissions should reflect a style suitable for this collaborative format.

For full guidelines, email OSMMuralProject@gmail.com.

Leaf & Yard Collection 2025

Leaf and yard waste collection in OSM (areas served Keene and Lang) will take place during the following weeks in 2025:

October 13–17

October 27–31

November 10–14

November 24–28


Please be reminded that only those living in the areas depicted on the maps will have this type of collection.
Maps showing the collection areas can be found: Leaf & Yard Collection Maps

For full details about the Leaf & Yard Collection, please visit: Curbside Leaf and Yard Collection - County of Peterborough (ptbocounty.ca)

This collection is not coordinated by OSM Township.
If you have any questions about this program please call Emterra Environmental at 1-888-597-1541

If your property is not located on the collection map areas, and you have leaf & yard waste to dispose of, please be reminded that the OSM Waste Transfer Station on Drummond Line takes green waste free of charge.

Keene's 200th

   Follow Keene's 200th on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all their events and details through 2025.

 

Upcoming Events

As part of the Keene 200 celebrations, we’re inviting community members to contribute to a special Quilt Display at Keene United Church on November 22nd.

Every quilt tells a story — of family, community, tradition, and creativity. We’re looking for quilts of any age, any style, and any condition, as long as they come with a connection to the Keene area.

Do you have a quilt to share? We’d love to include it in the display, along with its story.

📍 Event Date: November 22
📍 Location: Keene United Church
📞 Contact: Marg at 705-772-5778

Please reach out if you’re willing to temporarily loan your quilt for this special event.

Quilt Display Registration

🎄 Village Holiday Decorating Contest

In celebration of Keene 200, the Village of Keene is hosting a Holiday House Lighting Contest, proudly sponsored by the OSM Historical Society!

Show off your holiday spirit and light up the village for a chance to win $100 in one of the following categories:

  • High Tech

  • Traditional

  • Children’s Appeal

Important Dates:

  • All displays must be ready for viewing by December 1st.

  • Registration forms are available on the OSM website and can be dropped off at the OSM Township Office.

Let’s make Keene shine brighter than ever this holiday season! 🌟

Holiday House Lighting Contest

Keene's History - video

Past Events

We've had so much fun celebrating 200 years!  Here's a look at the fun moments in 2025.

Mayor's Levee - January 1, 2025

In celebration of Keene's 200th anniversary, the Keene Curling Club hosted an intergenerational bonspiel.

View the event on Facebook

 

On May 10th, participants had the opportunity to explore Keene and the surrounding area.

Visitors dropped by the Lions Den between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to pick up their Explore Keene bingo cards before setting out on foot and by car to discover what makes the area special.

After the adventure, refreshments were served back at the Keene Lions Den.

Prizes were generously provided by Elmhirst's Resort.

Keene's 200th Celebration on Canada Day
Food, Music, Games & Memories

Keene proudly marked its 200th anniversary on Canada Day with a celebration full of excitement following the parade and festivities at OSM Fire Station 1.

At the Lions Den, attendees enjoyed a bouncy castle, showed off their artistic flair with colouring sheets, met friendly animals at the petting zoo, tested their aim with cornhole, and took in some great live music.

Inside the Fire Department training room, visitors explored Keene’s rich history through a memorabilia display, captured moments at the photo booth, and signed the guest book to commemorate the occasion.

The day was a heartwarming opportunity to reconnect with old classmates and familiar faces—a celebration filled with joy, flavour, and entertainment that truly honored Keene’s 200 years.

Schedule of Events

Celebrate Canada Day & Keene's 200th

One of the highlights of the year was a series of guided walking tours through the village of Keene.

Four tour dates took place between June and August:
June 14, July 12, August 9, August 23 and October 26, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Led by local history enthusiast Jim Glenn, the free tours offered a fascinating look at Keene’s rich history, architecture, notable buildings, schools, and the people who shaped the community.

 

Some interesting characters from Otonabee's past made an appearance!

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, guests gathered at 1:00 p.m. at the Main Gate for a unique journey into Otonabee's history.

This free event was open to all and offered a memorable encounter with figures from the past!

This harvest dinner, nestled between towering stalks, brought early 19th-century staples back to life with a contemporary twist.

Guests were welcomed into a thoughtfully curated evening where history met hospitality. Hosted by Keener Nikki Nelson, the event paid homage to the foods that sustained the founding families of 1825—reimagined through a modern culinary lens. Her vision and dedication turned a simple meal into a rich, sensory journey through time.

Exploring Keene with the Community Scavenger Hunt – A Great Success!

Organized by the North Shore Women’s Institute, this fun and educational activity brought the community together to discover local landmarks and hidden gems.

Participants picked up their scavenger hunt sheets at the Keene General Store or Township Office and enjoyed a memorable family outing.

Keene 200 - Scavenger Hunt

Photo Gallery

Keene 200 Moments: Celebrating Our Past, Present, and Future

Contact Us

P.O. Box 70,
20 Third Street,
Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
Phone: 705-295-6852
Fax: 705-295-6405
info@osmtownship.ca

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