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CONTENTS FALL 2019

07 New Lilacs Development

Triple T Holdings 08 Celebrates 30 Years

Havelock Jamboree 10 Laughter, New Experiences & Teachable Moments

Cottage Living with Dani 11 All Your Design Needs Under One Roof

Lockside Trading Company 12 Ready, Set, Eat!

Joanne Clark 15 A One-of-a-kind Kitchen & Bath Experience

Crystal Bath & Plumbing

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16 Stage Coach House

by Woodsmith's 19 The Army in Morrow Park

The Peterborough Museum 20 Fall Garden Clean Up

with Vikki 21 Plant a Tree this Fall

GreenUp 23 Kitchen of Your Dreams

Walden's Family 25 Cottage Country Entertaining

with Dani

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26 The Right Person for the Right Job - Is it You?

DIY with Dave Linkert 27 Fishing for Fall Time Fatties

Williams Outfitters 29 "No Poverty Between the Sheets"

Pauline Kiely

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30 Those Were The Days "A Circle of Love"

Russ Sanders 31 Recipes

Weekend at the Cottage 32 Hot List of Attractions & Destinations 38 Boots & Hearts 40 The Best Reasons to Play Golf in the Fall

Shana Kelly 40 Business Excellence Awards

Kawartha Chamber of Commerce 41 Showcases Local Business Women

Women's Expo 42 Connecting You with Opportunity

Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce 43 Business Excellence Awards

Peterborough Chamber of Commerce 44 Autumn Safety Tips

Emily Cook Ontario SPCA and Humane Society 45 Patience, Partnership & Trust

Janice Ecclestone Inukshuk Farm

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Celebrates 30 Years

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46 Fact or Treat Halloween Trivia 47 Do Hand-clapping Songs Improve Cognitive Skills?

Brian Nashman Scholars Education Centre 48 Events 50 Marketplace

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Welcome to the Fall issue of Cottage Country!

PUBLISHER & DESIGN Kelly Welsh, Owner

The team at Cottage Country Magazine had such a great Summer enjoying all that the Cottage Country region has to offer, and we hope you did too! From BBQ’s with the family, beach days, boat rides and festivals, Summer in Cottage Country is always packed with fun; and we are so lucky to call it home. The fun always continues into the Fall with many harvest events in our region, be sure to check out our Hot List.

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In this issue you will read about some of the amazing events we attended, you will find ideas for renovating both your home and cottage, as well as lots of entertaining ideas as Thanksgiving and Christmas approach.

As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, we say farewell to Summer and hello to Fall colours, Thanksgiving and Halloween. Fall is a time when we all think about warm spicy scents, apple picking and pumpkin pie (yum!). Join us in ushering in this cozy season, as the pace of Summer slows and we get comfortable in warm sweaters and socks – it’s a perfect time to snuggle up and read a magazine.

Each advertiser you see in this issue plays an important role in making this complimentary publication possible, and we urge you to stop in and visit each of them. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to our fantastic supporters, we couldn’t do what we love without you!

For the last 4 years Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine has sponsored a ball team in the Buckhorn 3 Pitch League. The team had a great season wearing the Cottage Country Logo proudly. We can’t wait for next season!

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Come in and have a look at the exciting new Lilacs development in Lakefield - live maintenance free, with services such as grass cutting, snow shoveling and window washing allowing residents in the Lilacs the freedom to spend their time as they choose.

With this added freedom many clients of the Lilacs take advantage of the extra time afforded to them to travel south in the winter or spend time at the cottage in the summer. Your home is well tended in the Lilacs community which allows for more time spent on the important things.

These Craftsman-inspired homes are designed with retirees in mind, emphasizing main floor living. In addition, owners will take advantage of the wonderful scenery on the 25-acre property which includes lush landscape, walking trails and a large pond with a fountain and gazebo. The Lilacs development is within walking distance to the town of Lakefield and is next door to the Golden Years Club. It is also just down the street from the Morton Medical Clinic, meaning all amenities are close at hand.

The first phase is now sold out and there are only a couple of homes left to sell in the second phase of the Lilacs. The third phase will be opening for sale this fall and will have occupancy dates in the fall of 2020 and into the spring of 2021.

If you’re interested in one of the Lilacs new homes or have any questions, feel free to contact them; their team is happy to answer any questions you may have. Even better, let them know when you can come in to have a look at the model home located at 235 Queen Street in Lakefield.

Don’t miss your opportunity to live in this very unique housing development; there is truly nothing like it in the area. Call today!

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Havelock Jamboree

Celebrates 30 Years Growing up, we all have something we remember each summer that holds a special memory - something you look forward to because has become a tradition. For me those memories all include music. I grew up in a family where gatherings were kitchen parties, guitar players filled all the kitchen chairs. I also grew up going to the Havelock Jamboree - it was a family affair as my uncles rocked the stage with The Swamp Band.

In August 1990 the Havelock Jamboree was born - for three days 1000 country music fans camped on 10 acres with many well-known local bands crossing the stage. Since then the festival has grown from its small town country roots and now includes full service grounds, paved roads, street lights and some 600 hydro campsites that allow campers to stay comfortably. The festival grounds now encompass 500 acres, and come that special week in August the grounds are packed with friends all looking for that one-of-a-kind Havelock Jamboree party.

Touring around the grounds you will see smiling faces everywhere, the droves of people who attend are all just so happy to be brought

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together for a common interest. Friendly faces, laughter and ‘Happy Havelock’ greet you as you travel through any of the 20 camping fields.

Over the years the Jamboree has been host to over 4200 award winning musicians with names like Kenny Rogers, Ronnie Hawkins, Reba, Randy Travis, Loretta Lynn, Alan Jackson, Blue Rodeo, Lee Bryce, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Doc Walker, Lonestar, The Band Perry, Tebey, Gord Bamford & George Canyon, gracing the twin stages – and the list goes on and on. 2019 added a little rock twist to the lineup with April Wine and Randy Bachman (The Guess Who & BTO). CCMA winner Brett Kissel astounded with his stellar performance, inviting not only

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the Road Hammers to join him on stage but the Washboard Union as well! The Jamboree’s 30th birthday brought to the stage a long list of predominantly Canadian performers, and the estimated 30,000 fans enjoyed every minute.

The team at the Havelock Jamboree work tirelessly to ensure every year is packed with fun, and without the countless volunteers the weekend wouldn’t go as smoothly as it does. The Jamboree also works hard to give back to the community that hosts it, and over the years has supported many local charities and endeavours.

This year I turn 35 - I have missed a few but for the most part have been attending the Havelock Jamboree for most of my life. The excitement leading up to that weekend is like a kid at Christmas, and the feeling as you pull into the fields is best explained as a feeling of coming home.

After you have attended the Jamboree once, you become a part of the Havelock family.

By Emily Ireland The Cottage Country Team congratulates you on 30 amazing years!

Happy Havelock!

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Cottage Living with Dani

Laughter, New Experiences & Teachable Moments I took my children camping. My husband was away and I decided that taking a baby, a toddler and a ten-year-old into the bush on a weekend was a great idea. I had the blessing of the camping gods upon me though, as both young ones slept the entire way to the site and I got to enjoy a heavenly cup of coffee in silence.

The trip was hard work. I had neurotically prepared with many scribbled mom-lists and many totes packed with every possible food, cleaning and first aid item that could be required in a three-day span.

Amidst the barrage of questions that mostly included, “When can we go swimming?” and “What’s for dinner?”, sleeping bags were unrolled, food was unpacked, and life jackets and paddles made their way quickly to the water.

Now at this point, I could focus on the chaos, the screaming, the crying and a few meltdowns that may or may not have been the result of a scary spider on the ceiling of the trailer at midnight. However, what unfolded over the next forty hours was a ton of laughter, new experiences and teaching moments that were the direct result of my children spending time with their grandparents.

My parents were part of the trip and spent every waking moment of the day with my kids. They taught them how to build a proper fire, took them fishing, swimming, kayaking, walked them up and down to the lake countless times, listened to campfire stories, played many rounds of UNO around the picnic table, snorkeled, took them tubing, and also supplied my kids with an endless amount of kisses, hugs and cuddles.

These same memories that I hold dear from my childhood are being made with my own brood.

So despite the hard work, the lack of sleep and scary spiders; I took my children camping with Nana and Pops, and it was a great idea.

By Danielle McNelly, Nortech for Windows, Doors & Sunrooms www.nortechwindows.com

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All Your Design Needs Under One Roof

Lockside Trading Company is more than just shopping… it’s a destination.

A way of life since 1987, Lockside is the place where friends and family have been meeting for 32 years, and is one of the most popular Cottage Country destinations all year round; with the two locations to serve you. The first, located in Young’s Point, is right in the heart of the Kawarthas offering over 7,000 square feet of shopping. The Haliburton Highlands is the second location, and is new and improved - located in downtown Haliburton, this location has just over 5,000 square feet of unique shopping.

With over 100,000 people stopping in yearly, Lockside is designated as an Ontario Major Attraction, offering a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Both locations offer a unique mix of home décor to help you create a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to sit back, relax, and entertain. With both locations open year round, Lockside offers a constant change in selection throughout the seasons; giving you a multitude of choice from quality furniture, lighting, home décor, mattresses, bedding, casual clothing, and great giftware.

With the holiday season coming you will find something to please not only you, but everyone else you purchase gifts for!

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personalized shopping and gift-wrapping.

Lockside is dedicated to supporting Canadians by sourcing and offering Canadian Made products at great pricing and superior quality. Specializing in custom Canadian made furniture, the team at Lockside knows the importance of keeping it local, and supporting our fellow Canadians.

A multi-national award-winning retailer, Lockside sets itself apart from the rest with top-notch service from the beginning of your shopping experience to the end. From buying the right light, to helping you with turnkey projects, and offering a successful Interior Design Service that covers everything for your home, cottage, and commercial space. With their dedicated staff and quality products, Lockside caters to customers on any budget, in any location, with any look and style. Offering complimentary interior design when purchasing furniture and lighting, all your design needs can be found under oneroof. This design service includes in-store and on-site consultations, room layouts, color, fabric selections and much more. It is a service which works with the customer, giving them direction and confidence to create a living

space they’ve been dreaming of. Also carrying Hunter Douglas window treatments, floor coverings, and many lines of furniture, come in and experience it for yourself!

Located in Young’s Point is the famous Steamers Café & Ice Cream Parlor serving the one and only Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream, specialty drinks, latte, cappuccino, and much, much, more!

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Ready,Set,

Eat!

Every cottage has retro glassware and antique pieces that can be appreciated by all when it comes time to dine.

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The creative possibilities are endless when it comes to setting a cottage table for entertaining friends and family!

Add a dose of whimsy, an edge of rustic or trim with formal and you have an interesting and memorable tablescape. The cottage setting conjures up a relaxed and carefree feeling, this is where the creative inspiration for setting a table can really take hold. Anything can take centre stage when you look around at what you have within your own cottage environment. From place setting name tags imprinted on rocks to small bouquets of wildflowers, setting a cottage table can be inexpensive, inclusive and leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Consider supporting local artists by investing in unique linen napkins and textiles which are hand-painted and hand-made. These offer up an interesting story and can be matched with more rustic accessories like pine cones, antlers, wooden candlesticks and pretty tealight holders.

Home stores generally have an assortment of themed napkins at reasonable price points - stock up on these to use as a starting point for your color scheme or theme. Nautical prints and patterns are easy to find, along with forest and animal inspired imagery. Starting with the napkin allows you to further consider other handy accessories which can be layered into your tablescape.

Mixing textures and shades like stone, greenery and muted colors will evoke a soft and approachable ambiance that keeps your dinner setting relaxed long into the night. Guests will appreciate the effort and everyone of all ages can participate by hunting and gathering items for the table theme.

Try impactful and unexpected designs and patterns to keep your table setting whimsical. Incorporating something you don’t see every day is a way to create a dining experience your guests will remember long after the weekend has passed.

guesswork out of setting a cottage table. Having a few “go to� accessories and items on hand allows you to set a table easily and effortlessly when an unexpected dinner spontaneously takes place. Knowing you can grab a few familiar pieces and still offer up optimal impact is a smart way to still make guests feel welcome.

Traditional and expected patterns are an easy way to take the

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A One-of-a-Kind Kitchen & Bath Experience Crystal Bath & Plumbing Ann Scala, owner of Crystal Bath & Plumbing, is excited to bring 25 years of bath and kitchen experience to the Kawarthas, and you’re invited to stop by and see what sets them apart from the rest!

Coming to Lindsay from Toronto, this family-owned business offers a new way for homeowners, cottage owners and contractors to experience what is on offer – their interactive showroom houses a full range of fully functioning fixtures for you to try out.

“If you want to flush a toilet, check out the spray from a showerhead or see a particular faucet run, you can,” says Scala, adding “You won’t see a showroom like this anywhere in the Kawarthas. We offer the opportunity to buy big-city, here in Kawartha Lakes.”

Are you doing a new build or reno to your home or cottage? Design consultation service is available from Crystal Bath, and they can walk you through the process of choosing from the powerhouse of industry brands which they are proud to incorporate into your project.

Looking for a new tub? Free standing tubs, especially big soaker tubs, are on trend now – and with names like Maax, Nepture, Longevity and Mirolin you can surely find one that suits your particular needs and décor style.

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With other name brands like Moen, Riobel, Grohe, Toto and American Standard in their stable of quality products, Crystal Bath & Plumbing can show you the perfect fixture for your kitchen or bathroom.

You will find Crystal Bath & Plumbing at 257 Kent St. W., Lindsay, 705-340-5555, and online at www.crystalbath.ca

If you have ever dreamed of being able to step into a tub filled with water of the perfect temperature when you walk in the door after a long day, dream no more! If you have Alexa, Google Home or other smart home technology, you can instruct your fixtures to perform their functions on command and personalize it for everyone in the house.

Of course, Crystal Bath isn’t just about lavish and hi-tech – excellent quality speaks for itself, no matter what the project. From basic budget to high-end, Crystal Bath has something for everyone.

And with an in-house Master Plumber, they can offer repair, new build and reno plumbing services.

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Stage Coach House

by Woodsmith’s

When creating spaces in our home we all want to make each room feel as though it reflects part of our personality. Your home should envelope you like a big hug and showcase things that are not only useful, but also beautiful and welcoming. Many crave this feeling but just don’t know where to begin, or how to pair the elements of our space to complement one another in a way that is appealing.

For personalized advice, products and services, Stage Coach House

by Woodsmith’s offers a multifaceted fashion and furniture design experience where you can find everything you need to make your house a home and your cottage extra cozy. Deriving their name from a beautiful stained-glass picture of a stagecoach, which can be found in their newly renovated showroom at 470 Robinson Road in Ennismore, creative partners Deb & Al have worked hard to ensure they carry a wonderful selection of home décor and design essentials.

If you can dream it, they can design and build your custom look - for any room in your home.

From past to present, Stage Coach House by Woodsmith’s will take the worries out of designing the space of your dreams, and look after

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every detail along the way. In the showroom you will find both new and restored furniture on display, and up-styled pieces will catch your eye with finishes ranging from water-based paints to sleek stains. From rustic to modern, themed rooms help you get an allencompassing feeling to suit every style.

As a full-service home and design centre, Stage Coach House provides you with the opportunity to choose from different finishes, laminates, quartz, flooring, rugs and home décor, all within your budget. You can even select a piece of custom-made furniture, handcrafted onsite from your choice of wood. Have a well-loved piece that you are not ready to part with? Stage Coach also offers colour matching, furniture repair and refinishing to breathe new life into a cherished heirloom.

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Not only does Stage Coach House have your home and cottage needs covered, but they carry a full showroom of fashions for women and men with their MetaMorph~Us Fashions line. MetaMorph~Us also contributes to a Scarves for Hope program: for every scarf sold another scarf (or hat) is donated to a cancer patient in need, for those who choose to donate a scarf, they will match your donation with a second scarf.

With the Woodmith’s custom workshop on site in Ennismore as well, they can take care of all your woodworking needs; think custom kitchens, decks, railings, and feature walls.

You will truly find furniture, fashion and more all under one roof!

Watch for NEW workshops coming in September - furniture refreshing, upholstery, family friendly creative, fabric sewing, painting on wood, woodworking and more! Create something you, your friends and family will cherish for a lifetime, there is nothing like handmade. Stay tuned and follow them on Facebook for upcoming dates and times. Stage Coach House 705 292 5554 www.thewoodsmiths.ca AND MetaMorph~Us Fashions 705 775 5554 www.metamorphusfashions.ca

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The Army in Morrow Park Europe was engulfed in war in the summer of 1940. Canada and other Commonwealth countries were mobilizing to help Britain defend herself from threatened invasion by Nazi Germany. Peterborough area men enlisted in all branches of Canada’s armed forces, local manufacturers began converting their factories to produce materiel for the war effort, and City Council offered the Exhibition Grounds (now Morrow Park) to the Department of Defence as one of 40 military training grounds it would build across Canada.

There was doubt if the Peterborough Exhibition could be held in 1940, but the Canadian Army engineers supervising the training centre’s construction delayed it by a week to accommodate the fair. The Ex ran 14-17 August and was one of the best in memory, with strong showings in all categories of animals and produce, a good midway, and fine entertainment shows.

Attendance was respectable but down a bit – partly attributed to farmers harvesting their crops instead of going to the Ex, because of a wartime farm labour shortage.

Within a few hours of the fair’s closing, lumber for constructing barracks and other camp buildings was on the grounds. Army engineers arrived shortly and put crews of carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and labourers to work. By 28 August, water

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and sewer lines were laid to serve the 43 buildings completed or nearly finished.

Total cost for building the camp was about $300,000.

The first of 27,000 recruits who would eventually rotate through No. 32 Canadian Military Training Centre arrived in early October for their basic training. My father, George Willcock, remembered that when he trained there in 1941 the Centre had no gymnasium or swimming pool, so they regularly marched up and down George Street to use the YMCA facilities at George and Murray.

repairs to the grounds. Auctioning off surplus buildings, intact or as construction materials, raised $30,500 more. Many “wartime” houses were built for returning City servicemen’s families from the remains of No. 32 CMTC – some of which still exist.

By Don Willcock On behalf of The Peterborough Museum & Archives 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough, 705-743-5180 www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

In May 1946, the Department of Defence returned Morrow Park (including all its structures) to civilian use, with a compensatory $50,000 payment for

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Fall Garden Clean Up with Vikki

Most perennials require a cut back before the next year’s growth emerges in the spring. You can choose to cut them down to four to six inches in height in the fall or early spring - it’s your call. Our display garden here at Griffin’s Greenhouses is cut back in the fall because we don’t have time to do it in the spring and we prefer the look of a clean landscape over winter. You may choose to leave up all perennials or even just certain ones (ornamental grasses and hydrangeas, for example) and deal with them in the spring.

shrubs can be cut back?

Do call a good garden centre for advice.

To cut back a perennial, use sharp cutters or shears and remove the foliage from the remaining stalks. Perennials that don’t need cutting back include low growing ground covers such as sedum, thyme and hens ‘n chicks. Unsure if your flowering

When beds are empty of annuals and excess perennial foliage, spots to plant spring flowering bulbs can be decided. Adding tulips and daffodils which will bloom in April and early May is a fabulous way to add succession of bloom to your garden.

Tender summer bulbs such as dahlias and cannas are removed, scrubbed free of excess soil and left in the outdoor sun to dry for about a week. Store them in a paper bag in a cool location indoors for the winter. Tropical plants can be sprayed with preventative insecticidal soap and gradually brought to a sunny window inside your home.

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Lastly, shredded leaves can be raked into beds as protection in case we get a winter without snow – yes, snow is our friend and it insulates the plants!

Leaf mulch should be hilled around the base of roses and tender perennials (Rose of Sharon and perennial hibiscus) around mid-November, as one of the last tasks of the season.

By Vikki Whitney, Owner of Griffin’s Greenhouses 705-652-8638 or 1-877-647-4334 www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

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Plant a Tree this Fall When typical autumn conditions arrive, the weather turns cool and with lots of rain the soil conditions become perfect for tree roots to establish themselves; this makes fall the best time to plant a tree. It is time to choose the right tree for the yard at your home or cottage.

Trees are well known for improving air quality, providing wildlife habitat, growing food, and increasing property value. Their ability to combat climate change, reduce energy needs and improve our physical and psychological health is clear.

Many of us have a favourite tree species that we’d like to see in our yard, however, it is best to understand the planting location before choosing a species to plant there. The more you know about your yard, the easier it will be to select a species that will thrive there.

Just like people, trees are particular about their living conditions. It is best to find a good match between the tree’s requirements and the conditions present in your yard. Soil type, moisture, sun, and exposure are all important factors which will affect tree growth.

You can start by understanding the soil so that you are able to plant species that will grow healthy roots. Is the soil heavy and wet? Is it dry and gritty?

virginiana) or the stunning Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) for more shady locations.

Consider choosing a species that is native to our region. They have developed complex evolutionary relationships with other native species, grow well in local soil conditions and have adapted to the area’s unique climate.

It is always beneficial to plant a diverse range of species. With a changing climate, we are able to consider planting a broader range of trees and shrubs which are now able to thrive in the Peterborough area. For example, planting Carolinian forest species, which typically thrive in more southern regions, allows even greater biodiversity; Hoptree (Ptelea trifoliata), Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus), and Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) are unique trees able to grow in sites protected from bitter winter winds.

When choosing a planting location, you will want to consider the tree from its roots all the way up to the canopy. If the planting location is in a low lying area which remains moist, you will want to plant a species that will thrive with ‘wet feet’ as its roots will be moist for extended periods of time. Trees that grow well in more moist conditions include Eastern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis), Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor), and Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)

Whether you are planting a tree to increase shade, attract birds, beautify your yard, grow food or reduce flooding, there is a lot to consider. Mark your calendar and visit GreenUP Ecology Park at 1899 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough for the Autumn Tree Sale to choose the right tree for the job. It is on Saturday, October 5th 10am to 4pm. Sale species and prices will be available at Ecology Park on sale day only. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions and help you choose the right tree for your yard.

Up to the canopy – how much sun will the tree receive? Some trees are tolerant of shady conditions while others are not and need full sun to prosper. Consider Honey-Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) or White Birch (Betula papyrifera) for full sun and Ironwood (Ostrya

For regular Ecology Park Garden Market hours, visit greenup.on.ca/ecology-park

By Karen Halley, GreenUP Communications & Marketing Specialist

If you don’t know much about your soil, you can look for some clues about its consistency. For example, when you water plants in your yard, does the water soak in quickly? If so, it is likely to be a sandy or gravelly soil; on clay, water will sit longer and soak in after some time.

You can gain more information by digging up a small sample. Clay feels lumpy and sticky when it is wet; sandy soil feels gritty; silty soil feels soapy; and loamy soil is spongy. A handful of soil with a high clay consistency will form a shape in your hand when you squeeze it in your fist, whereas sandier soil will break apart.

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Kitchen of Your Dreams The best parties always happen in the kitchen - it seems to be the gathering place in most homes. Some of the best memories are played out across the kitchen table - family meals filled with helping hands and home-cooked meals, laughter over the counter as the table is set and the family sits down to recap all the highlights of the day. Families gather in kitchens.

Erwin and Ann Walden, along with their two sons, opened Walden's Kitchen Centre in 1990. Erwin, a German master cabinet maker moved to Canada in 1960, bringing extensive knowledge and the value of good workmanship. The business was passed to Ann and Erwin’s sons in 2005, keeping the family-run business a wholesome experience as Erwin and Ann moved into retirement. Now solely owned by Ken Walden, the younger of the two sons, Ken has been installing and working in the kitchen industry alongside his dad since he was five years old. In keeping with the family tradition Ken’s daughter Kacey is the third generation Walden to work in the store.

Kacey has a passion for interior design and woodworking, and as Walden tradition goes has been working by her dad's side since she was a kid.

Walden’s offers a 3D design centre and showroom featuring ‘Live Design’, an amazing experience during which you sit down with the Walden’s team and watch the design of your kitchen come together right in front of your eyes! 3D rendering presents you with a visual walk-through, allowing you to preview exactly what your space and layout will feel like..

There are many styles to choose from; contemporary, modern, rustic and traditional - anything you can imagine including custom designs and colours!

Walden's has something for every design style, and with a brand new showroom featuring all new kitchen displays from Canadian made cabinet companies, like KitchenCraft, Deslaurier and CabinetSmith you will definitely find exactly what you have been dreaming of, while showing off your Canadian pride!

And they aren't just cabinets! Walden's is proud to have a long relationship with Latitude CounterTops in Toronto for most of their solid surface needs. With a full selection of granite and all major brands of Quartz,

Since 1994

including Caesarstone, Silestone, Hanstone and more, Latitude is the preferred fabricator for many HGTV shows like "LOVE IT or LIST IT" and "House of Bryan"! Their showroom has the largest selection of samples for Cambria Quartz in the area, boasting over 160 colours, 16 edge profiles and 5 different thicknesses.

Not everyone wants to take the leap into solid surface tops... so Walden's is a full-service Laminate Top cut shop, with hundreds of laminate tops at your disposal, and ready in just two weeks! Coming this fall, a full selection of quality, CANADIAN-MADE, Cash-and-Carry Vanities to make your DIY Bathroom renos a breeze.

Check out their Instagram @waldenskitchens, and call or email to schedule your own sitdown 3D design appointment; drop-ins are always welcome but appointments allow us to provide you with the best customer experience and our full attention.

Walden's Kitchen Centre, 989 Highway #7 East, Peterborough 705-741-2311 www.waldenskitchens.ca

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Entertaining with Dani

Sunny days and cool nights make for easy breezy autumn entertaining.

Whether you are hosting in the cottage or entertaining in the great outdoors, these fabulous finds are the perfect pairings for any fall feast in the Kawarthas. Dress up any dining table with cottagey plaids and handcrafted wares which blend the perfect amount of rustic and modern. Once your guests are gathered, serve up the very finest fare from local farms and bakers.

DRESS IT UP NORTH 65 - 65 Bolton Street, Bobcaygeon – White and Black Buffalo Check placemats and 1 to 6 Wine Set – Cottage meets modern when these black and white check placemats pair with these stunning wine glasses.

Unique cottage finds are always instore at North 65. (pictured above) HOUGHTON CREEK – 138 Kent Street W, Lindsay - Clayworks Wine Chiller and Goblet set – Make a statement with these gorgeous pieces of art, hand made in Bethany. At Houghton Creek, it’s always easy to find the perfect hostess gift, personalized lake and cottage items and perfect accent pieces for any room in your home or cottage. (pictured right) THE KAWARTHA SIGN & PILLOW CO. – Shop online at www.kawarthasignandpillow.com Locally made table runners, pillows and signs are perfect for hostess gifts and bring cottage inspiration to any home décor. Their items are completely customizable and boast fun Canadiana-inspired themes that include local lakes, paddles, moose and bears. (pictured left) SERVE IT UP SOUTHERN COMFORT – 8 Callaghan Road, Lindsay - Uuni Grill 3 – Be an outdoor chef with this sleek, portable and fast wood fired grill. Make the perfect appetizer pizzas for your guests in the great outdoors with this energy-efficient wood pellet grill. (pictured below) FARMER’S BUTCHER SHOP – 3 Commerce Road, Lindsay - Local farm-raised turkeys and so much more.

Treat yourself to an array of farm fresh meats, meat pies, locally made preserves and condiments and a host of other fresh offerings that are sure to please your palette. (pictured right) CAKE BY THE LAKE – 1 Main Street, Bobcaygeon - With seasonal offerings of Apple Caramel Crumble and Perfectly Pumpkin, any gourmet meal you serve should end with one of these cheesecakes as the grand finale. Locally made in Bobcaygeon, every bite of these cheesecakes is filled with love, quality ingredients and decadent deliciousness. (pictured left)

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The Right Person for the Right Job – Is it You? Finally, Fall is upon us, and the weather has been pretty decent for the most part. A late start to summer meant I was thrown way behind on my improvement projects, and I’m expecting that you are much the same. I was worried that all of my plans would not be completed before summer came to a close.

Summer temperatures and sunshine are definitely ideal for working on our lists, but it is also important to enjoy each of the seasons and not just work them away, which is really an odd thing for me.

Luckily, I have found a solution to this dilemma. Take a look at your list and pick a few jobs that you can realistically accomplish yourself without giving up too much of your time to relax. For the rest, take the must-haves for this year and hire someone to do it for you.

Some jobs just simply need a professional tradesperson, for your own good and the good of your cottage.

I know that I have touched on this before, but I am a strong believer in hiring the right person for the job. This concept works well for most things in life, so why not use it for your place of relaxation.

Don’t get me wrong, sweat equity can go a long way, and be very rewarding as well as less costly, usually.

Be sure to hire locally. Trades know trades, which will make your hiring decisions easier when you get to that point.

We have worked hard to get where we are and it’s time to enjoy it, so take another look at that list and choose wisely.

As always, I would like to offer my thoughts on your projects, challenges and questions, so feel free to contact me at the email below and I will do my best to help out! Maybe your next question will be featured in an upcoming issue!

Enjoy your down time this Fall.

Our Resident DIY Guru; Dave Linkert, Port 32 Marshall Homes, Bobcaygeon cottagecountryDIYdave@gmail.com

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Fishing for Fall Time Fatties With the fishing season winding down, temperatures in Cottage Country start to drop and the lakes become less populated.

Summer vacations come to an end, kids return to school and cottagers head back to the grind in the city. Now this may sound depressing to most, but this is the perfect time for anglers to hit the water to fish for their favourite target species.

As the water temperatures cool, the lakes start to turn over, this is nature’s signal for bass, muskie and walleye to start putting on the proverbial feed bags. This means action can be hot and heavy with fish becoming more active, foraging furiously to fatten up for the cold winter months ahead.

When fish behave more aggressively you can catch them on a variety of your favourite presentations. From fast moving baits such as crank baits, spinner baits and top waters, to slower presentations such as jigs, soft plastics and live bait; they all seem to work with more consistency at this time of year.

Fall is also a time which historically yields record catches!

All of the factors above are why hardcore trophy-anglers will find themselves braving these cold conditions with hopes of landing one of these monsters. So before you pack up your tackle boxes, put away your rods and winterize your boat, get out on your favorite body of water for a final fishing trip before the ice hits, and pursue your fall fish of a lifetime!

See you on the water!

Your friend in fishing, Mike Williams Pro Angler & Owner of Williams Outfitters in Curve Lake First Nation www.williamsoutfitters.com

Fishing Experience of aLifetime!

Professional Guiding Service We can accommodate large or small groups • Over 25 yrs of experience

Servicing all of the Kawarthas & Area Lakes Since 1994

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Independent Publisher Book Awards recognizes local author, Pauline Kiely, for her riveting memoir

No Poverty Between the Sheets Pauline Kiely was made in the dark, in a hurry, in the backseat of a 1953 Buick - Hudson Jet. Her Irish father is the fourth of ten children, and her French Canadian mother the baby of twelve. These young parents are described as two sticks of dynamite, and the rollicking romp through Kiely's childhood and adolescent years includes the introduction of siblings, a Maltese terrier named Pixie, and her faithful horse, Jet. This true story may stir memories and emotions you might have forgotten you had. It spans four generations and brims with lively animated characters. Readers are treated to holidays in Ireland, camping adventures at Bon Echo Park, and quality time spent on Frog Island at Belmont Lake. Kiely describes her book as sort of a cross between “All in the Family” and “The Walton's”. When the author poses the question, "If you were so poor why did you have ten kids?", her witty Granny Kiely replies, "To be certain, there was no poverty between the sheets!"

Inspired by Frank McCourt’s Angela's Ashes, and Jeannette Walls’ The Glass Castle, this author has been chipping away at her sassy memoir for 20 years, consistently taking relative courses at Trent University, University of Toronto, Fleming College, and workshops offered by The Writers' Union of Canada. In 2011 a yearlong bi-weekly evening course, A Novel Approach to Memoir, facilitated

by Susan Reynolds, produced a rough first edition in time for her mother's 70th birthday.

Once Kiely digested feedback she applied some suggested changes, polished her manuscript, and reached out for a professional edit by Ruth Walker of Writescape.ca A brilliant new cover was designed by Robyn Barton of

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Barton Creative. At long last the file went to press, and Kiely's books were ready for pick-up on February 15th. Her entry reached the Independent Publisher competition coordinators, The Jenkins Group, in Traverse City, Michigan, a day before the deadline of February 23rd. On April 10th when the winners were posted, Kiely asked her husband to review them while she paced holding her breath. When he looked up and said, "Lovey, you won, you won Silver for nonfiction, Canada East Region!", tears tumbled down her face - all the years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work had finally been validated.

The author enjoys doing readings and speaking engagements, and No Poverty Between the Sheets is a gem for book clubs.

This book is currently available at: Books Galore - Port Perry, Kent Bookstore and Coles - Lindsay; Chapters and Hunter Street Books Peterborough; Celtic Connections - Lakefield; Zen Den - Bobcaygeon; and The Book Lady - Fenelon Falls. It is offered at Peterborough, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes, Brock and York Region Libraries, and from the author.

The 23rd annual Independent Publisher Book Awards ceremony took place on May 28th, 2019 at The Copacabana in New York City. Medal winning books are listed from around the world: five Australian states, seven Canadian provinces, forty-two United States, District of Columbia and Guam, France, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, and seven winners are from the United Kingdom. Gold, Silver and Bronze IPPY medallions were awarded in 85 national, 24 regional, plus 11 e-book categories. This year's contest drew 4,500 entries. (www. independentpublisher.com)

"I couldn't put this book down! I started laughing on the very first page and couldn't wait to get to the next paragraph. What also impresses me is Kiely's style of writing which is so honest and down-to-earth."

Jim Barnes, Director of the Awards, says, "The creators of our IPPY medal-winners are truly out to make a difference. With inspirational storytelling, independent publishing is all about compassion for people and dedication for improving the world. Congratulations to all medalists for their independent spirit!"

CHEX Television Alumni/CTV forecaster, Dave Devall, says,

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Actor/Author/Comedian, Neil Crone, says, "A lovely read through. Very conversational, and all those wonderful people are painted beautifully. Kiely's love for them shines through on every page."

Author/Equestrian, Hugh Morshead, says, "Kiely tackles a hilarious heritage with both hands on the reins and sparks flying from her spurs!"

No Poverty Between the Sheets is the first of a trilogy series. The sequel title, The Ricochet Rodeo, is sited to launch towards the end of the year, and Kiely's third book, The Heart of a Horse, in December 2020.

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Those Were The Days

“A Circle of Love”

For the past dozen or so years my wife has spent the entire month of July in Windsor visiting with her siblings. I would drive Kay there and sometime around the first of August drive back and bring her home. This year she decided not to go, possibly because of her and my advanced years, but mostly as Kay explained at length, she did not want me driving the long distance there and back alone. It really didn’t bother me but it was her vacation therefore her decision. I knew she wanted to go but not for an entire month so I suggested we go together, get a motel for a week, and visit with as many relatives as we could then drive home together. She thought that was a great idea so we went ahead and made the reservations and arrangements.

We arrived on Sunday, returning home the following Saturday and would you believe in the five days of visiting we met with twentyseven relatives, some whom we had not seen in over twenty years?

Nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, out-laws, you name it, and we embraced them all. Thank you to two nieces, Cathy and Lucette, who put on splendid dinners, inviting a house full; and to cousin Gloria who arranged for other cousins to gather with us at her house. The drives there and back were uneventful, the car ran beautifully, it was 34 degrees Celsius but the air conditioner in the motel room and car coped and we were comfortable the entire week. Although time did speed by, we had such a good time, grateful to many who worked very hard to put the memorable week together. So you know what? Next year, God willing and the weather fine, we just may do it again.

The conversations were vast covering places we went, people we knew and memories we thought were long forgotten. We laughed when we discussed some amusing oddities that happened during our various childhoods, and surprised with exciting events that have occurred in recent years. Of course our families have lost members, all of whom we lovingly remembered, bringing to life the good times and sad times we shared way back then, and now.

One of my cousins asked if I knew his wife had a crush on me when she was around twelve years old (blush, blush), yes I knew but I reminded him who she married. Another cousin broke up with laughter when I remembered her mother running out to proudly show my uncle a potty that held her very first - ah, poo-poo. We had good and bad in our family tree and I think we mentioned every one of them; Grandpa Sanders who was Windsor’s Park Superintendent and overseer of the famous Jackson Park, and a much discussed uncle who was the family alcoholic.

My wife and I decided to go to Windsor for a week, we let a few relatives know, and how thankful we are to all twenty seven who showed up at the scrumptious dinners, the gatherings over coffee and for the memories were able to relive and create. To those who are reading this, take a week, visit the past and relatives you have almost forgotten - the reminiscing made us young again.

Russ Sanders epigram@nexicom.net

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Recipes

Peanut Butter Popcorn Got the munchies and need a delicious snack??

Ingredients & Amounts

• • • •

8 cups of popcorn, about 1 cup raw 1 cup of dried cranberries 1 cup of pecans, chopped 1 teaspoon of salt

For the peanut butter sauce: • ½ cup of honey • 1/3 cup of granulated sugar • ½ cup of smooth peanut butter • ½ teaspoon of pure vanilla extract For the chocolate drizzle: • 1 cup of milk chocolate chips • 1 teaspoon of coconut oil

Instructions 1. Prepare the popcorn per package instructions and place into a large bowl. Add the cranberries, pecans and salt and toss lightly by hand.

2. Prepare the chocolate drizzle: Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil into a bowl or top of a double boiler and melt over simmering water. Transfer to a squeeze bottle.

3. Prepare the peanut butter sauce: Place honey and sugar into a small saucepan and set to medium heat on stovetop. Stir together as they melt; when bubbling, add peanut butter, stirring constantly until hot. Stir in the vanilla and remove from heat.

4. Assemble: Pour the peanut butter sauce over the popcorn mixture and toss gently until most of the pieces are coated. Transfer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it out in an even layer. Drizzle the chocolate over and across the popcorn in an even stream. Transfer baking sheet to the freezer for 5 minutes to set the chocolate.

5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, if it lasts that long!

Plum Clafoutis with Orange & Coriander A rich, baked custard with plums tossed with orange zest, coriander and vanilla sugar.

Ingredients

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6 damson plums, washed and sliced zest from 1 navel orange, (1 tablespoon) ¼ teaspoon of ground coriander 1 packet of vanilla sugar butter for dish, 1 teaspoon

For the filling: • 3 extra-large eggs, room temperature • ½ cup of unbleached all-purpose flour • ½ cup of granulated sugar • ¼ teaspoon of salt • 1 cup of whole milk • ¼ cup of 10% cream • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract • icing sugar for dusting Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch ovenproof circular baking dish. Set aside.

2. Cut plums in half. Remove and discard the stones before slicing them. Place plums into a medium-sized bowl and toss with orange zest, coriander and vanilla sugar. Set aside.

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3. Add all of the ingredients for the filling into a large measuring cup and blend using a hand mixer on low setting until smooth.

4. Place ovenproof dish onto a baking sheet.

Pour in a small amount of the filling, about ¼-inch up. Transfer to oven and bake for 10 minutes or until a thin film forms on the bottom of the dish.

Remove from oven and use a small spoon to gently add the plum mixture into the dish, arranging the

plums attractively in a single layer. Gently pour in the remaining custard mixture. Return the clafoutis to the oven and bake for an additional 45 minutes, or until the centre is set and no longer jiggles.

5. Cool clafoutis for about 15 minutes before dusting with icing sugar and serving.

Visit www.weekendatthecottage.com for more great recipes

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Cottage Country’s

of Attractions & Destinations You’ll find a ton of things to see and do this year at www.cottage.rocks and in Cottage Country Connection Magazine.

We’ll keep you connected with links to all the best places you'll want to check out.

SHARE YOUR PICTURES by tagging us at #CottageCountry to your post on Social and show us where you’re having a great time this year!

Be sure to Follow us on Social!

Know of a great Hot List Destination or Attraction in the area that you think should be on our list? Let us know who you think we should add and why.

Attractions Kawartha Settlers Village

What was once a thriving family farm, Kawartha Settlers’Village is now home to a fascinating collection of over 20 historic buildings. Experience what life was like for pioneers in the Kawarthas as you stroll leisurely through the Village and discover artifacts from 1830 – 1935. 85 Dunn St, Bobcaygeon www.settlersvillage.org

Riverview Park & Zoo 1300 Water St, Peterborough

Indian River Reptile Zoo 2206 County Rd 38, Indian River

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Williams Outfitters

Williams Outfitters is dedicated to providing our clients with the ultimate guided fishing experience. In our effort to achieve service excellence, our guides will work safely and diligently to target fish and to entice strikes. www.williamsoutfitters.com

McLean Berry Farm

Treetop Trekking Ganaraska 10585 Cold Springs Camp Rd, Campbellcroft

The Roseneath Carousel 9109 45, Roseneath

South Algonquin Trails

4378 Elephant Lake Rd, Harcourt

Haliburton Forest Astronomy www.haliburtonforest.com

Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve www.haliburtonforest.com

Laveanne Lavender Fields 8667 Gilmour Road, Campbellcroft

Off-Road Facility

2191 16 Line, Lakefield

Salem Alpacas

476 Ledge Hill Rd, Burnt River

Peterborough Lift Lock World Historic Site

www.salemalpacas.com

Canada’s Smallest Jail

GreenUP Ecology Park

220 Hunter Street East, Peterborough

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Coboconk

1899 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough

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Restaurants Jack's Family Restaurant

We use only the best quality products available on the market, making sure that our customers enjoy every meal.

1 Strickland St, Lakefield 91 George St. N., Peterborough www.jacksrestaurant.ca

Hobart's Lighthouse

2281 McCracken's Landing Rd., Lakefield 705·652·0557 www.hobartslighthouse.ca

Lockstop Cafe

1919 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Mainstreet

6673 Ontario HWY 35, Coboconk

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo

1939 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Marley's Bar and Grill 17 Fire Rte 82B, Buckhorn Cassis Bistro

The Pattie House Smokin' BBQ

27 Queen St, Lakefield

Canoe & Paddle 18 Bridge St, Lakefield

150 George St N, Peterborough

Cody Inn 1953 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn Sippin Dip Restaurant-Bakery 1500 Yankee Line, Bridgenorth

Hobart's 139 Hunter St W, Peterborough

Water's Edge 50 Canal St E, Bobcaygeon

Eggsmart

Pizza Alloro

Murphy's Lockside

That Place on Cameron

Wildfire Golf Club

Baxter Creek Golf Club

Katchiwano Golf & Country Club

Pine Crest Golf Club Ltd

Keystone Links Golf & Country Club

Bellmere Winds Golf Course

Kawartha Golf & Country Club

Quarry Golf Club

Bancroft Ridge Golf Club

Liftlock Golf Club

Six Foot Bay Resort & Golf Course

Haliburton Highlands Golf Club

Heron Landing Golf Club

Woodview Golf Course

Eganridge Resort, Golf Club & Spa

5 Main St, Buckhorn

3 May St., Fenelon Falls

40 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon

16 Oriole Rd., Fenelon Falls

Golf & Country Clubs Peterborough Golf & Country Club

Golf course nestled along the historic Trent Canal waterway system is an inviting choice for all golfing abilities, with a very player friendly layout, and we offer a great variety of golfing memberships tailored to you or your families needs.

1030 Armour Road, Peterborough 705.743.5010 www.ptbogolf.com 777 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough

2320 Ashburnham Dr, Peterborough 2361 Lansdowne St, Peterborough

2215 Wildfire Dr, Lakefield

1702 Cedar Valley Rd, Fraserville

1730 Youngs Point Rd, Lakefield

2402 Clifford Line, Peterborough 447 Tara Rd, Ennismore

A place to go for repurposed, reinvented, reclaimed items for your home and cottage.

7 May St, Fenelon Falls 705-887-0304

Grr8 Finds Markets

52 Fire Rte 39, Buckhorn

65 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

Accommodations Rosey's Trading Post

Burleigh Falls Inn

1420 Mississauga St, Curve Lake

Legacy Vintage Building Materials & Antiques 540 Division St, Cobourg

Oak Road Antiques Collectibles & Curiosities

CraftWorks & Antiques At The Barn

Smith’s Creek Antiques

East of Eden Antiques

Princess Sodalite Mine

6401 ON-28, Woodview

Since 1994

3180 Kashagawigamog Lake Rd, Haliburton 26 Country Club Dr, Fenelon Falls

Multi-Vendor gift ~ decor ~ antique ~ collectable market.

Large selection of unique products for those looking for original decor ideas and hard to find collectables.

Open 7 days a week. Come in and explore!

27 Colborne St, Fenelon Falls 705-887-4778 124 Lindsay Rd, Selwyn

1235 Villiers Line, Keene 30 Nicklaus Dr, Bancroft

Arts, Trades, Antiques & Crafts Barn & Bunkie

2455 Base Line, Keene

79 Front St E, Hastings

Cobourg Antique Marketplace 66 King St E, Cobourg

27 Walton St, Port Hope

Beautiful accommodations and dining on scenic Stony Lake, Ontario. This Year Round facility is your Gateway to the Kawarthas and it’s amazing adventure, and scenic areas.

4791 ON-28, Lakefield www.burleighfallsinn.com

Days Inn Lindsay

134 Angeline St S, Lindsay

Bonnie View Inn

2713 Kashagawigamog Lake Rd, Haliburton

Village Inn

39 Queen St, Lakefield

31241 Hwy 28, Bancroft

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Public Beaches

Marinas & Waterways

Sandy Lake Beach

Bobcaygeon Beach Park

1247 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Park St, Bobcaygeon

Anstruther Marina

Selwyn Public Beach

Omemee Beach

2251 Birch Island Rd, Lakefield

2 George St S, Omemee

Your full service family run, go-to marine & power sports dealer.

With brands like Kawasaki & Legend, Tempest and Stingray boats.

New Hwy 28 Showroom – more than just boats!

23 Fire Route 63, Apsley 705-656-4783 www.anstrutherlakemarina.com

Ennismore Waterfront Park

Isabel Morris Park

Walsten Marine

981-1085 Ennis Rd, Ennismore

20 Concession St, Lakefield

Quarry Bay Beach

Garnet Graham Beach Park

2006 Northeys Bay Rd, Lakefield

Francis St. W., Fenelon Falls

Beavermead Park 2011 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough

Egan Houseboat Rentals

Conservation Areas Warsaw Caves Conservation Area

The Gut Conservation Area

Selwyn Beach Conservation Area

Pigeon River Headwaters Conservation Area

289 Caves Rd, Warsaw www.otonabeeconservation.com 2251 Birch Island Road, Selwyn

Windy Ridge Conservation Area 998 Mt Horeb Rd, Omemee

Harold Town Conservation Area 2611 Old Norwood Rd, Peterborough

Imagine the Marsh Conservation Area

Family owned and operated since 1972 We carry four main fantastic boat lines: Bennington pontoons, Campion, Larson and Alumacraft fishing boats.

Power choices include Yamaha outboards or MerCruiser and Volvo sterndrives. We have recently added the popular Yamaha Wave Runner to our line-up.

3613 County Rd 121, Kinmount www. walstenmarine.com

2399 The South Rd, Coe Hill

445 Gray Road, Kawartha Lakes

Ken Reid Conservation Area 277 Kenrei Rd, Lindsay

Crow’s Pass Conservation Area 231 Middle March Rd, Port Perry

D'Eyncourt St, Lakefield

The Egan family has been serving vacationers on the Trent for 40 years. We have the largest rental houseboat fleet in Ontario. Our smaller style houseboats are designed for the Trent. You will appreciate their easy handling, maneuverable, stress free operation in the towns and locks. The Egan family operates from their own marina in the heart of the Kawarthas.

23 Russell Dr, Omemee www.houseboat.on.ca

Gordon Yacht Harbour Marina

81 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon 705.738.2381

Buckeye Marine

3396 County Rd 36, Bobcaygeon

Paris Marine Ltd

2980 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough

Happy Days Houseboat Rentals 5 Colony Rd, Bobcaygeon

Lakefield Marina 1 Water St, Lakefield Buckhorn Yacht Harbour

Adam & Eve Road, Fire Route 25, Buckhorn

Peterborough Marina

92 George St N, Peterborough

Gordon Yacht Harbour Marina 81 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon

Birch Point Marina

442 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 24, Bobcaygeon

McCrackens Landing

2281 McCracken's Landing Rd, Lakefield

Young's Point Marina

2121 Nathaway Dr, Youngs Point

Hastings Village Marina & Tourism Office 5 Dit Clapper Dr, Hastings

Crystal Lake Marina

25 W Clear Bay Rd, Kinmount

Kawartha Adventure Rentals 4791 Hwy 28, North Kawartha

Town & Country Marine 2983 Buckhorn Rd, Lakefield

Weeds B Gone

www.weedsbgone.com

Pond Perfections

www.pondperfections.com

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Trent-Severn Waterway THINGS TO DO Put a glow in your cheeks on the Trent-Severn Waterway. Hold hands skating on the frozen Trent Canal. Play outdoor hockey shadowed by the world’s highest hydraulic lift lock. Lead a summer motorcycle cavalcade to the Big Chute Marine Railway. Rent a boat and meet a friendly lockmaster in Kawartha Lakes. Drive to a former timber town at Lock 34 in Fenelon Falls, a cottage country hot spot.

Tips for a Successful Journey

LAST LOCKAGE - IMPORTANT

• New to Boating? Talk to our friendly lock staff for tips and information on locking through safely. Have fun!

Follow these guidelines to maximize chances of being locked through at the end of the day:

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Station opening and closing times, as well as first and last lockage, are not guaranteed and may be affected by water management duties, maintenance activities or other types of navigation interruptions.

• All vessels must arrive at the designated blue zone at last lockage time.

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Seasonal overnight mooring permits are also valid for use at Thousand Islands National Park, Georgian Bay Islands National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Conservation Area (boaters using a campsite must also pay a camping fee) FALL HOURS OF OPERATION September 3 to October 14 Monday to Friday 10:00am - 3:30pm Saturday - Sunday; & Thanksgiving 9:00am - 4:30pm

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• At swing bridges, the last bridge swing will be 10 minutes after last lockage time.

Maximum Overnight Mooring Periods 5 Nights - Locks 1 to 18 2 Nights - All other locks, Murray Canal swing bridges and bridge #50.

Lock 6 offers electrical hook ups and showers (nearby); Lock 34 offers electrical and water hook ups.

Note: Overnight Mooring passes include one free camp site.

For more information please contact the Trent-Severn Waterway www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/trentsevern

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Entertainment Shorelines Casino Peterborough / Belleville We’ve got 500 of the newest slot machines – and some old favourites, too! Play one cent slots or high limit machines. You’ll love our great selection of dining specials at The Buffet! Enjoy a wide variety of options at a fantastic price! Must be 19+.

1400 Crawford Dr, Peterborough 380 Bell Boulevard, Belleville www. shorelinescasinos.com

Kawartha Downs & Speedway 1382 County Rd 28, Fraserville

Academy Theatre for Performing Arts 2 Lindsay St S, Lindsay

Showplace Performance Centre

Lindsay Twin Drive-In Theatre

290 George St N, Peterborough

229 Pigeon Lake Rd, Lindsay

Havelock Country Jamboree

Globus Theatre

10 County Rd 48, Havelock

2300 Pigeon Lake Rd, Bobcaygeon

Peterborough MusicFest

4th Line Theatre

Del Crary Park, 92 George St N, Peterborough

4 Tupper St, Millbrook

Wild Water & Wheels

Market Hall Performing Arts

1650 Chemong Rd, Peterborough

140 Charlotte St, Peterborough

Highlands Cinema

Capitol Theatre

4131 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 121, Kinmount

20 Queen St, Port Hope

Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough 320 Water St, Peterborough

Wineries Kawartha Country Wines

Kawartha Lakes Winery

The Village Wine Shoppe

Village Winery

Wine By You

The Wine Shoppe on Park

2452 County Road 36, Buckhorn 15 Cambridge St S, Lindsay

6 Water St box 263, Fenelon Falls 1091 Chemong Rd, Peterborough

874 Ward St, Bridgenorth

392 Brock St, Peterborough

Garden Centres Griffin’s Greenhouses

Griffin’s Greenhouses is all about family, community, freshness, trends and local products; our team is ready to greet you for a fantastic 2019!

3026 Lakefield Rd, www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

Horlings Garden & Design Centre 3056 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough

Keene On Gardens

1589 Keene Rd, Peterborough

Garry's Garden Gallery 5 Commerce Rd, Lindsay

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Apsley's Garden & Cottage Shoppe 9988 ON-28, Apsley

Pine Reflections Gift & Garden Centre 15534 ON-35, Minden

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Galleries & Museums Peterborough Museum & Archives

Preserving and celebrating the collective memories of our community ~ stories, images and traces of the people and the land 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

Hutchison House Museum

Living history Museum offering a glimpse of life in Ontario in the 1800s. An estimated 7,000 people visit the museum each year for guided tours and other special events. Scottish Teas during July and August, and many other activities for all age groups.

270 Brock St, Peterborough www.hutchisonhouse.ca

Maryboro Lodge Fenelon Museum 50 Oak St., Fenelon Falls www.maryboro.ca

Art Gallery of Bancroft 10 Flint Ave, Bancroft Agnes Jamieson Gallery 176 Bobcaygeon Rd, Minden

Ethel Curry Gallery

94 Maple Ave, Haliburton

Haliburton Highlands Museum 66 Museum Rd, Haliburton

Canadian Fire Fighters Museum 95 Mill St S, Port Hope

Olde Gaol Museum 50 Victoria Ave N, Lindsay Scugog Shores Historical Museum 16210 Island Rd, Port Perry

Mark's Mark’s has always been there for those who live their life #wellworn. We proudly sell clothes that share the same values as the people who wear them.

1230 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough 705-748-9570

Bigley Shoes and Clothing

Bigley Shoes & Clothing, Bigley's Beach House, Bigley's Little Shoppe, & Bigley's Cottage Kitchen 39 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon www.bigleyshoes.com

Overstock Liquidation

Brand name products for liquidation prices. We’re open to the public Friday to Sunday every week, and invite you to come on in and save some money!

3001 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough www.shopoverstock.ca

Lockside Trading Company

Furniture, Home Décor, Lighting, Clothing, Outdoor Gear, Interior Design & Steamers Café & Ice-cream Parlour. 2805 River Ave, Youngs Point 705-652-3940 www.lockside.com

World's Finest Chocolate 157 Cockburn St, Campbellford

Fridays 11am - 6pm, 168 Hastings St.N., Bancroft

Bobcaygeon Farmers' Market

London Trading Post

Since 1988 London Trading has been a retailer and manufacturer of a line of British and British inspired products aimed at the Country Lady and Gentleman.

3 King St. E., Bobcaygeon www.londontradingpost.ca

EuroDelight

www.algonquinpark.on.ca

Emily Provincial Park

Wednesday & Saturdays 8am - 12pm, 66 Front St S., Campbellford www.campbellfordfarmersmarket.ca

Supernova Fireworks

Kinmount Farmers' Market

With over 520 tested, certified and proven products to choose from we will make sure your show will be the best in the neighborhood! All Fireworks Minimum 40% off MSRP! Open Thurs.-Sat. 12pm-8pm Holiday Weekends Wed.-Mon. 10am-7pm 1539 Chemong Rd., Peterborough www.supernovafireworks.ca

Empire Cheese & Butter Co-op 1120 County Rd 8, Campbellford

Primitive Designs

2762 Northumberland County Rd 28, Port Hope

Friday & Saturdays 11am - 5pm, Corner of Bond St. and John St. www.fenelonfallsfarmersmarket.com

Haliburton County Farmers' Market

Tuesdays 12pm - 4pm Head Lake Park, Haliburton www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com Saturdays 9am - 2pm, Austin Sawmill Park on Victoria Cty Rail Trail, Kinmount www.kinmountfarmersmarket.ca

Lakefield Farmers' Market

Thursdays 9am - 2pm, 20 Concession St., Lakefield, www.lakefieldfarmersmarket.net

Lindsay Farmers' Market

Saturdays 7am - 1pm, Victoria Ave. Between Kent St. & Peel St. Lindsay www.lindsayfarmersmarket.com

Peterborough Downtown Farmers' Market

Wednesdays 8:30am - 2pm, Louis St. Lot (at Charlotte St) www.ptbodowntownmarket.com

Silent Lake Provincial Park

Peterborough Farmers' Market

1589 Silent Lake Park Road, Bancroft

Saturdays 7am - 1pm, Morrow Park, www.peterboroughfarmersmarket.com

Wolf Island Provincial Park

Peterborough Regional Farmer's Market

Highway 28, Trent Lakes

Balsam Lake Provincial Park

Lake St. Peter Provincial Park

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

Petroglyphs Provincial Park

106 Monck St, Bancroft

Campbellford Farmers' Market

Fenelon Falls Farmers' Market

797 Emily Park Rd, Omemee

2238 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 48, Kirkfield

Saturdays 8am - 1pm, Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds, 47 Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon www.bobcaygeonfarmersmarket.com

Pastries and Baked Goods made by our Dutch and Scottish Bakers. Local & Imported Fine Foods from the UK, The Netherlands, Germany and more! Specialty & Imported Candy, Delft Blue, Giftware, Books & CDs. Gift Baskets - Meat & Cheese Platters Whitney Town Centre, 370 Kent St. W., Unit 30, Lindsay www.eurodelight.ca

Provincial Parks Algonquin Provincial Park

Last Sunday of each month

Bancroft Farmers’ Market

Shops Mark's

Farmers Markets The Apsley Market

356 Lake St. Peter Rd, Lake Saint Peter 2249 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

Saturdays 8am - 1pm, Peterborough Square, lower level www.ptboregionalfarmersmarket.org

Minden Farmers' Market

Saturdays 10am - 2pm Milne St. & Prince St. www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com

Bridgenorth

Fridays 11am - 6pm, Chemung Lions Park, 710 Red Pine Lane, Bridgenorth

Buckhorn Farmers & Craft Market

Tuesdays 9am - 2pm, 1782 Lakehurst Road, www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com

Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market Fridays 2pm - 7:30pm, Oak St. & Hwy 7 E., www.havelockmarket.ca

Millbrook Farmers Market

Sundays 10am - 1pm (4th Sunday of the month, April to October) 1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook, www.millbrookfarmersmarket.weebly.com/dates.html

Glover's Farm Market

Daily 9am - 5pm, 14260 County Rd. 29, Warkworth, www.gloversfarmmarket.com

Johnston's Farm Market

Daily 10am - 6pm, 10704 County Rd 28, Bailieboro, www.johnstonsfarmmarket.ca

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Kip Moore

Boots & Hearts There is something exhilarating about feeling music as it reverberates in Hardy

your chest. It touches your soul in a way that only live music can; despite standing shoulder to shoulder with thousands of other people, you feel like that music - that singer - is singing just for you.

The Boots & Hearts Country Music Festival offers music lovers the chance to enjoy a fantastic collection of industry bests all in one place. The festival which takes place at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds was held from August 8th to 11th, and the crew from Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine were thrilled to be invited as Media to cover the event.

In its eighth year, Boots & Hearts headliners like Maren Morris, Cole Swindell, Kip Moore, Miranda Lambert, Hardy, Tim Hicks and Jason Aldean graced the stage. The Boots lineup is bursting with a great mix of well-known names, and mustsee up-and-comers who pack the weekend with foot-stompin’ good music.

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The festival brings together an eclectic collection of people from young to old, all gathering, laughing and dancing together in the name of good music, and a good time. Country fans partied through four days, enjoying live music everyday with intimate performances at the Front Porch Stage, and dancing the night away with the larger-than-life country music stars rocking the Main Stage. While you enjoy the music there is lots to keep you occupied in the festival event grounds. You will never go hungry with a massive

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selection of food trucks – everything from healthy option wraps, to the best poutine, Greek and Italian food plus so many more options; even the Canadian Favorite – Beaver Tails for dessert!

Interactive lounges offer a cushy space to relax in the sun with a beverage, and a beautiful sandy volleyball court keeps the game going all day.

As the sun sets on Burl’s Creek your eyes are automatically drawn to the lights which emanate from the enormous ferris wheel and other rides that give you a birds eye view of the event grounds.

There is definitely a certain adrenaline that flows through the crowd as the moon comes up and everyone gears up for the party of the summer.

You always head home from Boots with new friends. While camping under the stars the party happens amongst all the tents and trailers. New weekend neighbors brought together by their love of country music leave as friends, with a cheers to beers and a plan to connect next year.

We drove away from Boots and Hearts trailer in tow, sun kissed, exhausted (in the best way) and smiling. Until next year, Boots & Hearts; we can’t wait to come back.

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Kawartha Chamber Business Awards of Excellence With the Kawartha Chamber Business Awards of Excellence and Social Gala coming up fast, the list of finalists for the Awards of Excellence has been released!

The Best Reasons to Play Golf in the Fall Fantastic temperatures After a summer of heat and humidity it’s refreshing to get out and play on warm sunny days without feeling like you are melting. With average daily temperatures stretching into the mid to high teens and sometimes a stretch of Indian summer, September and October are great times to get out and play.

Spectacular views Courses are often in tip-top shape after a summer of fulltime maintenance, and gorgeous fall colours provide the perfect backdrop to a day on the links. Keep a close eye on your ball – even a perfect shot in the fairway can be lost in a pile of leaves.

Less crowded With most of the cottagers having returned home for the season and the kids back to school, getting your preferred tee time is usually a breeze.

Reduced rates With the departure of the cottagers comes the reduction of green fees and earlier twilight rates as well as membership specials for next season. You may be able to play the rest of this season for free if you sign up for next season – talk to your local club to see what they offer.

There are some downsides to keep in mind: less daylight means less hours in a day to play and cooler temps at night can lead to frost delays in the mornings. Make sure you call ahead if you have an early morning time.

By Shana Kelly of Kelly’s Glen Golf Learning Centre www.kellysglen.com

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The Chamber received over 100 nominations this year for the annual Awards of Excellence. Almost all categories had nominations in the double digits. So, with such large numbers, the judging panel was forced to make some very difficult decisions.

Due to the high number of nominations and caliber of the nominees, there are more than three finalists in some categories!

This speaks volumes for all the wonderful businesses, organizations, and individuals in this region that display excellence.

The Chamber would like to remind all nominees, whether they are a finalist or not, that they should be very proud of their accomplishments.

Award recipients will be announced at the 20th Annual Awards of Excellence & Social Gala on Thursday, October 10th at Lakefield College School. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres and silent auction, followed by a live auction and award presentations. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.kawarthachamber.ca.

It is a great evening of celebrating local business. All are welcome to attend.

Congratulations to the 2019 finalists!

Commercial Development or Renovation (sponsored by BALL Real Estate Inc., Brokerage) • Kawartha Lakes Construction • Lock Stop Cafe • Sweet Competition Customer Service Excellence (sponsored by CIBC) • Bell’s Garage • Home Suite Home Transitions • Lang Pioneer Village Museum • Nexicom • Village Pet Food & Sor Kelly upply Entrepreneur Innovation (sponsored by Herod Financial Services) • Emily Mae’s Cookies • Entomo Farms • PKA Softtouch Inc. • TreeWell Not-for-Profit Excellence (sponsored by Darling Insurance) • BEL Rotary Club • Camp Kawartha • Curve Lake First Nation Cultural Centre • Lakefield Literary Festival • The Canadian Canoe Museum Young Professional (sponsored by Community Futures Peterborough) Finalists Not Announced

Retailer of the Year (sponsored by Nexicom) • Griffin’s Greenhouses • Kingdon Timber Mart • Paris Marine • Village Pet Food & Supply Service Sector Excellence (sponsored by ISL Insurance Brokers) • BALL Real Estate • Swanky Events • Whelan’s Flooring Centre Tourism/Hospitality Excellence (sponsored by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development) • Scotsman Point Resort • The Kawartha Buttertart Factory • Westwind Inn on the Lake Outstanding Business Achievement (sponsored by County of Peterborough) • Beachwood Resort • Central Smith • Cottage Toys • T. G. Quirk Garage Citizen of the Year (sponsored by RBC) Finalists Not Announced

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Women’s Expo

Showcases Local Business Women Women’s Expo Peterborough is ready to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of women in business again this September.

In its second year, the Women’s Expo embodies their mission “To make a difference by creating a fun, empowering experience for all, alongside supporting small to medium businesses to reach their business goals, to educate and to support the growth of local business communities.”

Founders Shari Pearce, Audrey McDonald and Linda Gratton – and with two new members this year; Crystal Wilkinson and Annie Carson, this unique trade show showcases local businesswomen.

“We felt there was something missing in the community for women entrepreneurs,” explains Pearce when asked about the motivation for this event.

Select speakers will provide insight into their particular area of expertise and how they overcame obstacles to achieve success.

Since 1994

Keynote speakers for 2019 include Sharon Zehavi with Sex Up Your Brand and Jason Chessar with Uncommon Resultz.

There will be a fashion show beginning at 6PM, a local winery offering wine tastings, Power Hour Speaking, and 30 + more vendors to explore!

Take part in an exciting silent auction, proceeds of which will be donated to a local Women’s Shelter; where 100% of ticket sales will also be donated.

The public are invited to attend the second annual Women’s Expo Peterborough, which takes place Thursday September 26th from 1PM-8PM at The Stonehouse Hall (Peterborough Curling Club).

For more information on the expo, a full list of exhibitors and sponsors, visit www.womensexpoptbo.ca.

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Connecting You with Opportunity Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce The cooler evenings and shorter days remind us that summer is winding down and it’s time to get back into the fall routines. The same applies to the Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce (FFDCC), as we transition from the busy tourism season to connecting with our member businesses, associations and community groups.

Creating opportunities for members to connect, learn and grow their business is one of the main goals of the FFDCC. One of the ways this is accomplished are the Chamber Member Events. Whether you’re a morning person, or prefer to relax in the evening after work, we have something for you.

Member breakfasts are held once a month at a local member restaurant, or hosted by a business owner. These casual mornings are a relaxed way to share ideas and learn from each other over a cup of coffee. For the evening person, Cocktails & Conversations is the right mix of business and pleasure after a day at the office. Throughout the year there is occasion for more formal events, guest speakers share about a specific topic of interest or importance to the community.

No matter what, the time spent away from the office will encourage and refresh you, and may even launch your next big idea.

For more information about the fall lineup of Chamber Member events please call the Chamber Office at 705-887-3409.

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The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce

Business Excellence Awards The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the finalists for our 16th Annual Peterborough Business Excellence Awards, sponsored by Bell. These awards publicly recognize and honour local businesses and business people that have demonstrated a passion for excellence.

The finalists will be celebrated, and the award recipients announced live on the big stage at the Excellence Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, October 16th at Showplace Performance Centre. The evening begins at 6:30pm with a cocktail reception, featuring delicious appetizers provided by The Imperial Tandoor. At 7:30pm we move to the theatre for the professionally produced awards ceremony, featuring video profiles of the more than 50 finalists, and hosted by MC Megan Murphy.

Awards will be handed out in 20 categories, including the prestigious Business Citizen of the Year, sponsored by Nexicom.

“The event itself is professional and entertaining, and the finalist videos offer valuable insights into the inner workings of local businesses. The event truly celebrates the diversity of enterprise, entrepreneurs and business owners and we’re proud to be a part of it.” Tom Reburn Jr., Leon’s Furniture Peterborough (2018 Retail Award Recipient).

Don’t miss the business social event of the year. See and be seen among 500 of the area's most respected and recognized business leaders from every industry sector and size. Order tickets online at www.excellencepeterborough.ca or call the Chamber of Commerce at 705-748-9771 x0.

2019 Business Excellence Awards Finalists (listed alphabetically)

SKILLED TRADES (sponsored by Business Development Bank of Canada) • AVIT Manufacturing

(Operating Name of Steelworks Design Inc) • Kevin Mooney Construction Ltd. • Thompson Machine and Tool TOURISM (sponsored by BMO Financial Group) • Escape Maze Incorporated • The Friends of Hope Mill • Kawartha Craft Beer Festival HOSPITALITY (sponsored by Kawartha Credit Union) • Publican House Brewery • Shorelines Casino Peterborough • The StoneHouse Hall

LOCAL FOCUS (sponsored by Trent University) • Brides United Peterborough • Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre • Peterborough Petes INNOVATION/RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (sponsored by Innovation Cluster) • Campfire Collective • Charlotte Products Ltd. • Percheron Plastic Inc. COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OR RENOVATION (sponsored by City of Peterborough) • Hospice Peterborough • Kawartha Lakes Construction • Weichel & Associates

NOT-FOR-PROFIT (sponsored by Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough) • Alternatives Community Program Services

(Peterborough) Inc. • The Canadian Canoe Museum • Cuddles for Cancer EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR (sponsored by LLF Lawyers LLP) • D.M. Wills Associates Limited • Friendly Fires • Lett Architects Inc.

Entrepreneurial Spirit (sponsored by Gauvreau & Associates Chartered Professional Accountants) • Carlson Wagonlit Travel G. Stewart Travel Services • Inclusive Advisory • The Willow Studio

4-UNDER-40 PROFILES (sponsored by Community Futures Peterborough) Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

• Dr. Vipin Grover (Horizon Family Dentistry) • Brooke Hammer (Chimp Treats) • Grace Reynolds (Northwood Mortgage Ltd.,

My Mortgage Master Team) • Nicole Truman (Fox Law Professional Corporation)

RETAIL (sponsored by RBC Royal Bank) • Kingdon Timber Mart • Sunderland Co-operative Inc.

Peterborough District • Tiny Greens Plant Cafe

MARKETING & PROMOTION (sponsored by BDO Canada LLP) • 123DigitalPower, by Sofie Andreou • Mega Experience • Peterborough Downtown Business

Improvement Area

BUSINESS STUDENT LEADERSHIP PRIZES (sponsored by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development) Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

• Joao Borges (Fleming College) • Rhode Thomas (Trent University)

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (sponsored by The Peterborough Examiner) • D.M. Wills Associates Limited • Inclusive Advisory • Lett Architects Inc.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES (sponsored by County of Peterborough) • GreenUP • Simply Trees • Wild Rock Outfitters Inc.

IMMIGRANT ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR (sponsored by Fleming College) Congratulations to this year’s recipient!

• Mohammad Alftih [(OMG) Oasis

Mediterranean Grill]

CUSTOMER FIRST (sponsored by TD Bank Group) • Keene Truck Inc. • Showplace Performance Centre • Sunderland Co-operative Inc.

Peterborough District

HEALTH & WELLNESS (sponsored by Peterborough Regional Health Centre) • Horizon Family Naturopathic Clinic • Kawartha Heights Retirement Living • Tiny Greens Plant Cafe

BUSINESS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR (sponsored by Nexicom) • Recipient to be announced at the Awards

Ceremony on October 16th.

MICRO BUSINESS – Fewer than 5 employees (sponsored by Darling Insurance & Realty Ltd.) • CrossFit PTBO • Hidden Potential Consulting • Renew Medi Spa Peterborough

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Autumn

Safety Tips The fall is a great time to get outside with our pets – it’s not too hot or too cold. Although fall is such an ideal time for pets temperature wise, there are still some important considerations that need to be taken into account during this colourful time.

Local Humane Society's

• Active pets need more food during the colder seasons. This helps generate body heat and keep pets energized. But make sure not to over feed your pet if they have a heavier body condition. Speak with your animal hospital staff about choosing the right diet for your pet.

Humane Society Of Kawartha Lakes 111 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay 705-878-4618 • www.hskl.ca

• Watch out for snakes. Snakes preparing for hibernation may not like being disturbed so the chance of bites during this time is higher. Know what kind of venomous snakes are in your area and where they may be found so you can avoid those areas.

• Some wildlife are also preparing for cold weather and may be more active than usual. Be aware of wildlife in your area and keep your pet away.

Lakefield Animal Welfare Society 2887 Lakefield Rd. • 705-652-0588 www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org

Animal Rescue Krew (ARK) 3307 Lakefield Rd., Lakefield • 705-651-0069 Home Again Bancroft 613-474-3450 • www.homeagainbancroft.ca Peterborough Humane Society 385 Lansdowne St. E., Peterborough • 705-745-7676 www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca

• Fall is mushroom season! Some of these mushrooms may be toxic to pets and produce life-threatening problems. Keep pets away from any areas where these might be growing.

• As colder weather develops, outdoor cats are often looking for hiding places to keep warm. Unfortunately, under a car hood is a common place they use. To avoid seriously injuring cats, please bang on your vehicles’ hood before starting it to ensure no outdoor cats are hiding there for warmth.

by Emily Cook Ontario SPCA and Humane Society www.ontariospca.ca

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Patience, Partnership & Trust Our driveway was full! All vacancies were booked months in advance for the Inukshuk Farm two-day clinic featuring clinician, David Cowley. Welcoming this Canadian cowboy to Inukshuk Farm was a pleasure, and his Two Way Trust Horsemanship Clinic was both fun and educational.

David Cowley practises his own brand of horsemanship based on partnership and trust. He was inspired to teach people and their horses to connect and understand each other, as he believes by helping people who own horses, he is also helping horses.

David Cowley grew up on the Rafter Six Ranch Resort in Alberta and his story, along with that of his family, is told in the CBC Documentary “Back In the Saddle” - a story of this Alberta family’s struggle to keep their ranch and their dream alive. His connection and love of horses was evident as he instructed and assisted his students (horses and human) during the seven hours each day at Inukshuk Farm.

David was the first and only person to ride a horse across a glass-floored walkway

Since 1994

(Glacier Skywalk in the Canadian Rockies), to ride to the top of the Calgary Tower with six different horses, and to ride into the John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California. Now a clinician, and President of Cowboy Up Productions, he is sought after across the country to share his knowledge and unique way of training horses.

David Cowley starts out with simple exercises such as carrying plastic bags attached to sticks, crossing tarps and fearlessly stepping through flapping noodles; to the more advanced second day, where riders and horses fearlessly carry flags over bridges, knock balls out of the way and so much more. He spent time teaching the riders how to build trust and be patient, waiting for the horse to arrive at the right answer.

We aren’t ready just yet to trailer our horses to Alberta to walk across the Glacier Skywalk, but who knows what our Inukshuk Farm group will do next year! We do know that our horses trust us (and we them) a little more than we did before.

Janice Ecclestone, Inukshuk Farm, 1940 Birch Island Road, Selwyn 705-652-0578, inukshuk@nexicom.net New Website www.inukshukfarm.ca

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FALL WORDFIND

Fact or Treat Halloween Trivia

Halloween is almost here. Soon ghosts, goblins and ghouls will be knocking on doors looking for their share of yummy treats. Why not wow them with your Halloween knowledge – perhaps a Fact for a Treat, rather than a trick! Check out these fun and interesting historical Halloween facts.

• Orange and black are Halloween colors because orange is associated with the Fall harvest and black is associated with darkness and death.

• Jack O’Lanterns originated in Ireland where people placed candles in hollowed-out turnips to keep away spirits and ghosts on the Samhain holiday.

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• The ancient Celts thought that spirits and ghosts roamed the countryside on Halloween night. They began wearing masks and costumes to avoid being recognized as human.

• The fear of Halloween is known as Samhainopobia.

• There really are so-called vampire bats, but they're not from Transylvania. They live in Central and South America and feed on the blood of cattle, horses and birds.

• Halloween is on October 31st, the last day of the Celtic calendar. It was originally a pagan holiday, honoring the dead. Halloween was referred to as All Hallows Eve and dates back over 2000 years ago.

• Owls are associated with Halloween because, in Medieval Europe, owls were thought to be witches. To hear an owls call meant someone was about to die.

• If you see a spider on Halloween, it is considered a good luck, as it means the spirit of a loved one is guarding you.

• The 1978 blockbuster, Halloween, was only made in 21 days on a very limited budget.

• The largest pumpkin ever measured was grown by Norm Craven, who broke the world record in 1993 with an 836 lb. pumpkin.

• The first known mention of trick-or-treating in print in North America occurred in 1927 in Blackie, Alberta, Canada.

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Do Hand-clapping Songs Improve Cognitive Skills?

Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar?

Was it you number one?

Who me?

Yes you.

Not I. Then who?.....

I remember my sisters playing hand-clapping games. Facing each other, singing and hand slapping in various combinations to the beat. They tried teaching their little brother but he usually messed up. Little did they know that they were improving their motor and cognitive skills while having such childhood fun.

A recent study at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev revealed that such activities improve cognitive function. “We found that children in the first, second and third grades who sing these songs demonstrate skills absent in children who don’t take part in similar activities,” explains Dr. Idit Sulkin author of the study. “We also found that children who spontaneously perform hand-clapping songs in the yard during recess have neater handwriting, write better and make fewer spelling errors.”

She noted that these activities seem to be a developmental process that children go through from about age 7 to 10, after which they are abruptly abandoned and replaced by sports.

Dr. Warren Brodsky, the music psychologist who supervised the study said Sulkin’s findings lead to the presumption that “children who don’t participate in such games may be more at risk for developmental learning problems like dyslexia and dyscalculia.

There’s no doubt such activities train the brain and influence development in other areas.

Interestingly, Sulkin also found that hand-clapping song activity has a positive effect on adults as well. “These techniques are associated with childhood and many adults treat them as a joke,” she said. “But once they start clapping, they report feeling more alert and in a better mood” This study should encourage teachers to add songs and movement to their classroom as part of play based learning. Improving motor and cognitive skills enhances all learning.

Souce: e! Science News Submitted by Brian H.Nashman, Director Certified FastForword Provider Scholars Education Centres, Peterborough 705-742-4152 www.scholarscanada.com www.trainyourkidsbrain.com

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EVENTS SEPTEMBER 5 - 7, 2019

SEPTEMBER 13 - 15, 2019

SEPTEMBER 21 - 22, 2019

PORT HORROR – FILM FESTIVAL AND HORROR CONVENTION Where: Port Hope. www.visitporthope.ca/events/port-horror-festival#

CREATIVE HANDS ON FESTIVAL Where: Peterborough Square, 360 George Street N. www.creativehandsonfestival.ca

APSLEY AUTUMN STUDIO TOUR Where: Apsley www.apsleystudiotour.com

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

INDO CANADIAN SLIDE PROJECT When: 8:00PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough. www.markethall.org

PETERBOROUGH VEGFEST 2019 When: 11:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Millennium Park, Peterborough. https://m.facebook.com/events/332806680958282

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019 THE FENELON FALLS SENIORS CLUB presents THE BUDDY HOLLY SHOW When: 3:00PM & 7:00PM Tickets $25.00 Where: Fenelon Falls Community Centre, 27 Veterans Way.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 SHARKWATER EXTINCTION When: 7:00PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., S., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca/shows

PETERBOROUGH AIR SHOW When: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Peterborough Airport, 925 Airport Rd. www.peterboroughairport.com/airlegends

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 KAWARTHA LAND TRUST presents FLEETWOOD HILLS HIKE | NATURE CONNECTION When: 2:00PM - 4:00PM Where: Hogsback, Hogsback Rd., Omemee.

Sign up email pwilson@kawarthalandtrust.org or call the KLT office at 705-743-5599. www.kawarthalandtrust.org

HEALTH PROMOTION DAYS SEPTEMBER Alzheimer Awareness OCTOBER 12 World Arthritis 48 Fall 2019 ~ Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine

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FALL FAIRS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

OCTOBER 6, 2019

OCTOBER 18, 2019

THE ARTISAN FAIR When: 10:00AM - 2:00PM Where: Mark Street United Church, 90 Hunter St., E., Peterborough. www.theartisanfair.ca

APPLEFEST When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Lang Pioneer Village, 104 Lang Rd. Keene. www.langpioneervillage.ca

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

OCTOBER 8, 2019

CULTURE DAYS Where: Warsaw.

Sponsored by Friends of the Douro Dummer Library.

MAKE A TRAIL TOBOGGAN When: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Where: The Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough. www.canoemuseum.ca

KAWARTHA LAND TRUST presents BATTLE OF THE BUCKTHORN PT II | VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Big (Boyd/Chiminis) Island – Meeting location will be sent after RSVP. Sign up email pwilson@kawarthalandtrust. org or call the KLT office at 705-743-5599. www.kawarthalandtrust.org

OCTOBER 19, 2019

SEAN MCCANN OF GREAT BIG SEA OCTOBER 12, 2019 When: 8:00PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, HARVEST HAPPENINGS 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough. When: 11:00AM - 4:00PM www.markethall.org Where: Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum; SEPTEMBER 28 & 29, 2019 50 Oak St., Fenelon Falls. www.maryboro.ca VICTORIA COUNTY STUDIO TOUR Where: Port Hope.

KAWARTHA LAND TRUST presents www.victoriacountystudiotour.com BATTLE OF THE BUCKTHORN | VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY OCTOBER 5, 2019 When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Big (Boyd/Chiminis) Island – KAWARTHA HEIGHTS BIOBLITZ Meeting location will be sent after RSVP. Where: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Sign up email pwilson@kawarthalandtrust.org Where: Kawartha Heights Par, 2229 or call the KLT office at 705-743-5599.

Kawartha Heights Blvd., Peterborough. www.kawarthalandtrust.org www.greenup.on.ca/program/sun

OCTOBER 6, 2019 WORLD ANIMAL DAY Where: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary, 1296 Bowmanton Rd., Roseneath. www.primrosedonkeysanctuary.com

OCTOBER 5 & 6, 2019 VICTORIA COUNTY STUDIO TOUR Where: Port Hope. www.victoriacountystudiotour.com

PUMPKINFEST

from Oct. 5 - 28 When: Saturdays & Sundays PM 5:00 11:00AM y Farm, Berr horn Buck Where: 3055 Berrie Rd. Lakefield. /pumpkin-festival www.mcleanberryfarm.com/events

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OCTOBER 12 - 13, 2019

THANKSGIVING ART SHOW When: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: Whetung Ojibwa Centre, 875 Mississauga St., Curve Lake. www.whetung.com/pages/special-events

OCTOBER 12 - 14, 2019 HARVEST CRAFT SHOW Where: Buckhorn Community Centre, 1801 Lakehurst Rd., Buckhorn. www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com/ our-shows/#HARVEST

THE HAND OF MAN ART & CRAFT SALE When: October 25 - 27 Where: Morrow Building, 155 Lansdowne St., Peterborough. www.thehandofman.ca

HAUNTED VILLAGE When: 8:00PM - 10:00PM Where: Kawartha Settlers’ Village, 85 Dunn St., Bobcaygeon. www.settlersvillage.org/events

OCTOBER 25, 2019 SIMPLY QUEEN When: 8:00PM - 10:00PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St., N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

OCTOBER 25 - 26, 2019 HISTORIC ALL HALLOWS’ EVE When: 6:00PM - 9:00PM Where: Lang Pioneer Village, 104 Lang Rd., Keene. www.langpioneervillage.ca

September 18 - 22, 2019 Lindsay Exhibition www.landsayex.com Lindsay Central Exhibition Fairgrounds, 354 Angeline St. South, Lindsay

September 20-22, 2019 Huntsville Fall Fair www.huntsvillefallfair.com 407 Muskoka Rd. 2

September 26-28, 2019 Bobcaygeon Fall Fair www.bobcaygeonfair.com Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds, 47 Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon

October 4-6, 2019 Roseneath Fair www.roseneathfair.com Roseneath Fairgrounds, 9109 County Road 45, Roseneath

OCTOBER 26, 2019 FAMILY WELLNESS FAIR When: 10:00AM - 3:00PM Where: Peterborough Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St., Peterborough.

RED GREEN’S “THIS COULD BE IT TOUR” When: 7:00PM - 9:00PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St., N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

October 12-14, 2019 Norwood Fall Fair www.norwoodfair.com Norwood Fairgrounds, 49 Alma St., Norwood

ARTISANITY SHOW AND SALE

When: November 1 - 3 Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 317 Hunter St., W., Peterborough. www.acp35.wildapricot.org/page-18157

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