Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine - Winter Issue

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BUSINESS & COMMUNITY AS ONE The Pyle Group Photo by Tania Moher

HOME & COTTAGE • EVENTS • IN THE NEWS • RECIPES • DIY • KREATIVE KIDS • PETS

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Another year is upon us, and everyone here at Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine hopes 2019 is filled with health, love and prosperity for everyone in your circle.

Our team is looking forward to a year of growth and positive change, and we are excited to embrace whatever the future holds for us.

The magazine continues to evolve, and the new Health and Wellness feature is designed to inform you, our readers, of issues relevant to your wellbeing, and that of those you hold dear.

With the support of our advertisers we will continue to offer Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine free of charge – we hope you can return the favour by supporting them.

We live and play in one of the most beautiful areas in this great country of ours – it’s a wonderful adventure, with endless possibilities. Let’s explore them together.

THE PLYE GROUP - GIVING BACK

09 13 HIDEAWAY HOMES 23 MAXIMIZED MOBILITY 25 WINTER PROJECTS 28 RECIPES 34 COMMUNITY EVENTS

PAGE 6 & 7 Publisher & Art Director

FISHER EXCAVATING LOCKSIDE

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Taking to the water

Account Executive & Writer Belinda Wilson

Customer Service & Communications Manager Emily Ireland

Accessibility + Style

Weekend at the Cottage

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Account Executive Deb Mahoney

It's Your Journey

Dave's DIY

Kelly L. Welsh

Social Media, Design & Distribution

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Tania Moher

Social Media & Writer Moira Gale

Contact Us 705.313.2245

Visit us online at www.cottage.rocks

Cuddles for Cancer Faith Dickinson

Cuddles for Cancer was created six years ago, with the purpose of providing warmth, comfort & love to cancer patients as they go through their treatments. Since that day, more than 4,000 Cuddle Blankets have been made and they have been sent to more than thirty countries around the world.

Faith Dickinson, now 16, believes that “everyone deserves a cuddle”, so Cuddle Blankets are given to anyone in need of a “cuddle”. This includes people suffering from other illnesses, diseases, those grieving and a signature blanket for our Canadian soldiers and veterans.

The Youth Council was created three months ago, with the hopes of including youth and giving them the opportunity to get more involved with Cuddles for Cancer. Eight youth joined and they come from Toronto, Oshawa, Napanee, Lakefield and Peterborough. They are in grades 6 through12.

They work hands on, in all areas of Cuddles for Cancer. When Faith suggested having a winter luncheon fundraiser, they all jumped on board and fully committed to making the Christmas Tea & Luncheon a huge success. They were able to raise $5,000 in the two hour event, held on Saturday, December 15th, at the Lakefield Legion, which generously donated the hall.

The Christmas Tea & Luncheon included both a silent and live auction, and included many donations from the local community. “Cuddles for Cancer wouldn’t be where it is today, without the ongoing support of the community. They have always been very generous and encouraging of Cuddles and myself," says Faith.

The High Tea included scrumptious scones made by The Pin, delicious finger sandwiches, tea and coffee generously donated by the Country Style on Chemong Street. The tea also included a white chocolate and raspberry cake, made by M & M. The event was sponsored by Leon’s Peterborough and Century 21, Lakefield Broker Mike Dickinson.

Seventy people attended and the Youth Council hopes to offer the Christmas Tea & Luncheon again next year, making it an annual event. Next year the goal is to have 100 attendees.

Faith Dickinson

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Business & Community as One The Pyle Group

There is a common misconception that business and support for the community are divergent themes. One brings forth the notion of profit, while the other is viewed in the context of not-for-profit. Yet, for both businesses and communities to truly thrive they have to be complimentary and respectful of each other.

A vibrant community not only exists on the basis of the tax revenues that go into things like infrastructure, schooling, medical care and social services. We all know that fiscal management has not been sound enough to ensure these areas and more are provided for in an adequate fashion. The lack of investment back into the community has led to a general feeling of discontent, leaving many individuals and families feeling that they have been left behind. At the same time, fiscal management has been skewed against the development and viability of small business and, given that this sector is responsible for the majority of employment across this country, the negative influence of policy is indirectly felt in the community.

Fortunately, this region of the province has been blessed with strong family businesses which, despite challenges from policy, have managed to flourish and grow. In addition, we continue

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to see start-up businesses in this region’s traditional industries and also in emerging ones. I recently attended a meeting of the Peterborough Region Angel Network and was amazed at the businesses that had been created in the area, fueled by talent young and old. The innovations developed will not only serve individuals and communities across the country, but will generate employment here at home.

And this is where the real connect of business and community starts. By supporting local businesses, the community helps invigorate goods and service production in our region. In return, businesses help provide viable jobs and out the return on capital that business owners receive, they give back to the community in all those areas which are not adequately provided for by government. This is why we have made community involvement a key pillar at the Pyle Group and across Scotia Wealth Management. Rather than being divergent, businesses and communities share a symbiotic relationship.

Andrew Pyle, Branch Manager, Senior Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager 111 Hunter Street West, 2nd Floor, Peterborough 855.870.7112Â www.pylegroup.ca

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FISHER

EXCAVATING & GRADING

Taking to the Water to Serve You Better

It’s official – Fisher Excavating and Grading can now “barge in” just about anywhere – with their latest acquisition of a construction barge, they are now able to access almost any job site imaginable.

The barge was purchased in the summer of 2018, and Lindsey Fisher explains that they spent three months customizing it to suit the type of work they do. “The barge is also completely and fully insured, and registered with Transport Canada to operate legally on the waterways,” she added.

What does all this mean to prospective customers? Well, if your property happens to be on an island, the barge overcomes the obstacle of accessibility, and allows for safe, easy transportation of Fisher’s equipment to the job site. Now, if your island property requires shoreline restoration, demolition, excavation for a new build or addition, septic installation or repair to an existing system, all the necessary equipment can be transported by Fisher Excavating.

The barge even solves the problem of mainland property constraints due to lot size, outbuildings creating a barrier to the water, etc. If you need your shoreline restored and the configuration of your property makes it difficult for large equipment to access it by land, Fisher can

complete your project from the water.

“Having our own barge means we can do the work on our timeline, instead of having to wait for the availability of someone else’s barge,” says Dwaine Fisher, “and there is the added peace of mind that comes from knowing the barge is in good repair, fully licensed and insured.”

This eliminates the need for outside contractors – the level of service expected

by Fisher Excavating and Grading is guaranteed and delivered.

They are booking now for spring/summer 2019 jobs, but keep in mind that shoreline work has to wait until the beginning of July, so as not to interfere with spawning and other water conservancy issues.

In business since 2006, Fisher Excavating and Grading is just a phone call away, at 705-878-3714 (Bus), 705-878-6474 (Mobile) or by email at info@fisherexavating.ca

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The Academy Theatre for Performing Arts Built in 1892, the Academy Theatre, located in the heart of Lindsay, was billed as the most technically perfect theatre in Canada and is the second oldest live theatre house in Ontario. Based on designs by architect W. Blackwell of Peterborough, the Academy Theatre’s large stage, 542 seats, frescoed ceiling, rich decor, and beautiful proportions still leave visitors speechless.

The Academy Theatre for Performing Arts, as it is known today, is a busy multi-use social and cultural centre year-round. However, unlike theatres in comparably sized communities, the Academy Theatre does not receive operating funding through the municipal, provincial, or federal governments and must rely on community support to cover daily operations. As a result, it is staffed largely by dedicated volunteers and operates as a publicly owned non-profit organization.

The Academy Theatre hosts over 50,000 patrons a year, proving that age doesn't have to slow you down!

Visit www.AcademyTheatre.ca for a full listing of events, and come celebrate 125 years with us!

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More than Just Shopping Lockside Trading Company Lockside Trading Company is more than just shopping - it's a destination. A way of life since 1987, it's the place where friends and family have been meeting for years. Their two locations - Young's Point, in the heart of the Kawarthas, and downtown Haliburton, in the Haliburton Highlands - make them popular year-round destinations.

With over 100,000 people stopping in yearly, Lockside is designated as an Ontario Major Attraction, offering a one-of-akind shopping experience. Both locations offer a mix of home décor to help you create a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to sit back, relax, and entertain.

The stores’ selections are in constant change throughout the seasons, offering a multitude of choice from quality furniture, lighting, home décor, great giftware, casual clothing, plus everything in between.

Lockside is dedicated to supporting Canadians by sourcing and offering Canadian-made products at reasonable pricing and great quality. They specialize in custom Canadian-made furniture, while knowing the importance of keeping it local and supporting our neighbors.

As a multinational award-winning retailer, Lockside sets itself apart from the rest with topnotch service from the beginning of your shopping experience to the end, from buying the right light to helping with turnkey projects.

Lockside also offers a successful Interior Design Service which 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 looks and style. Their complimentary interior design service is even offered when purchasing furniture, encompassing all your design needs under one roof.

This service includes in-store and on-site consultations, room layouts, colour, 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 dream of, offering Hunter Douglas window treatments, floor coverings and many lines of furniture.

Visit www.lockside.com for more information. Find Lockside on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest

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Burleigh Falls Inn

A Welcoming Beacon For over a century the small Burleigh Island community has been a welcoming beacon for the Kawartha Lakes Area. The community of Burleigh Falls remains to this day a gateway between Lovesick and Ston(e)y Lakes. Situated on the 11 acre Burleigh Island, the Burleigh Falls Inn enjoys panoramic views of sunrise over Ston(e)y Lake and those glorious sunsets over the dams of Lovesick Lake.

Visitors to the Falls enjoy the splendour of every season. Outdoor enthusiasts embrace the unending options for recreation, artisans are inspired by the rugged and natural surroundings, and couples escape to the romance of the rushing water and stillness of the evening sunsets.

Currently the Burleigh Falls Inn & Suites offers accommodations and dining on scenic Stony Lake, Ontario, providing exclusive settings for meetings, retreats and idyllic weddings year round.

With 160 years of history, the Inn is full of character; if the walls of Burleigh Falls Inn could talk, oh the stories they could tell.

For more information visit www.burleighfallsinn.com

Celebrating 30 Years

Lifestyle Home Products Celebrating its 30th Anniversary, Lifestyle Home Products proudly serves homeowners across Ontario.

The company manufactures highquality three- and four-season sunrooms and porch enclosures, as well as energy-efficient, vinyl replacement windows and fiberglass exterior doors.

Lifestyle Home Products also supplies quality-engineered metal roofing shingles and awnings.

Recently, Lifestyle launched One-Day Bath Installations to offer homeowners worry-free bathroom upgrades. During this process, Lifestyle removes the old tub/shower and installs a quality BathWraps® system with a bathtub, walk-in shower or walk-in tub.

Lifestyle’s 150,000 sq. ft. factory with Peterborough showroom is located at 944 Crawford Drive.

For more information, visit LifestyleHomeProducts.ca or call 1-800-465-0593.

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It's Your Journey Hideaway Homes

Hideaway Homes is an architectural design firm in Lakefield, located in the heart of the Kawarthas, just outside Peterborough. We have had one simple mission since launching in 2009: to provide the highest quality architectural design and drafting services, which will allow you to turn your dream home into a reality, and make it an enjoyable and memorable experience along the way.

sourcing and research.

Our services range from new homes and cottages, additions and renovations, garages and boathouses, to decks and sheds, and residential HVAC design. We provide a customizable service that tailors to your specific wants and needs.

The design process combines the extensive knowledge and skill of our designers, technologists, CAD operators and artists.

They take their combined experience to cover each and every aspect of your project, from architectural and structural needs to mechanical and electrical requirements. All the while, they ensure building codes and blueprints are up-to-date in order to align with Providing fully detailed and customizable specific regulations and permits. architectural drawings and drafting services to help turn your dream and vision into a The wide-ranging expertise we provide covers reality, we also offer an extended service many aspects of your journey, from the size for aspects such as interior design, material of your rooms to the shape of your basement We utilize a simple approach in which our passionate and knowledgeable home designers, architectural technologists, CAD operators and artists provide you with a fully detailed and personalized experience. We cover each aspect of your design and work with you every step of the way.

and the scale of every element in-between.

We have worked with more than three hundred families to create their special hideaways, and we can’t wait to work with you.

This is your journey, and we are here to ensure it’s a memorable one for you.

Hideaway Homes www.hideawayhomes.ca

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The Griffin's Gang The Griffin’s Gang is very excited about 2019! It is our forty-third year of business, a family business which supports two generations, and up to twenty employees seasonally. After our winter hibernation in January and February we will be happy to open the Barn Store on March 1st, offering you a full selection of beautiful, fresh Spring garden decor and gift items, along with leafy houseplants, emerging spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils, and a selection of fun spring workshops. You will all be anxious to get your hands dirty after such a long, dreary winter!

Behind the scenes, the greenhouse staff will be planting hanging baskets, patio pots, specialty annuals and tiny seedlings which will all grow onsite throughout March and April, ready to be sold once the 2019 season really starts rockin’ around Mother’s Day weekend.

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

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Barn and Bunkie

Love Where You Live Brandy Watson’s motto is “Make life beautiful, one adventure at a time”, and her dream is to make it possible for everyone to tag along.

Her adventure started a few year ago, in her barn – she began filling it with furniture pieces that were begging to be restored, and with odds and ends like vintage drawer pulls and doorknobs, multi-paned window frames and anything else that harkens back to yesteryear.

She called it Fenelon Finds, and business was good, but she needed more exposure.

vision, business was good but space was limited, and the larger furniture items needed more room – so in 2017 Brandy opened a second location around the corner at 14 Oak Street, and called it The Bunkhouse.

She soon “moved to town”, renting space at Grr8 Finds Markets in Fenelon Falls – and business was good, but she needed more space.

The Bunkhouse not only allows for proper display of the beautiful vintage furniture, it also provides space for classes and workshops which have become wildly popular in a short space of time.

In June 2016, she moved to her own retail location on May Street.

Products by Canadian - especially local - companies fill the shelves, with the focus being comfortable home and cottage décor. Many of the items are customized in-house – stenciled pillows, paddles, etc. and refurbished or repainted furniture, using Fusion Mineral Paints, for which Barn and Bunkie is an authorized dealer.

Beyond the walls of her shops, Brandy also organizes two Artists & Artisans shows each year: the Hello Spring Sale and the Christmastime Holiday Sale. These take place at the Fenelon Falls Community Centre, and provide an opportunity for over forty local craftspeople to showcase and sell their wares. Admission is always free and donations for the local food bank are collected.

The Lake Life theme is evident throughout the store – the names of local lakes adorn everything from socks and T-shirts to mugs and décor items – and cottagers and tourists love being able to make the connection to their favourite places.

Barn and Bunkie in Fenelon Falls is waiting to help you make life beautiful – stop in and see them today.

Soaps, candles, housewares and jewellery soon became popular items, and with all these new products to complement the original

Barn and Bunkie can ship anything they sell – located at 7 May Street, Fenelon Falls, they are open year ‘round. Check them out on Facebook @thebarnandbunkie, call 705-887-0304 or email brandy@thebarnandbunkie.ca

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Lifestyle Celebrates 30 Years of Making Customers Feel at Home In 1989, Bill and Keith Carroll started selling windows out of a basement home office. Now, 30 years later, the Carroll brothers have become Ontario’s trusted home improvement duo.

“When Keith and I started out, we were called Carroll Home Improvements,” says Bill Carroll, co-owner of Lifestyle Home Products. “We were two guys with entrepreneurial spirit. We had knowledge in the home renovation area, and did all the installations ourselves.”

Operating as a family business, Bill and Keith divided up and tackled the other tasks, including bookkeeping, telemarketing, customer orders and delivery.

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built sunrooms within budget, with full glass wall systems suited to the Canadian climate. In 1995, they purchased the Sunroom Division from North Star Manufacturing (London) Ltd. They formed Lifestyle Sunrooms Inc., focusing on the demand for quality and service at an effective price point. Over the next 20 years, Bill and Keith continued to expand their operations, outgrowing the space of three smaller factories in the Durham region.

In 2013, continued growth with the addition of exterior door, awning and metal roofing products, made it necessary to rename

the company Lifestyle Home Products and relocate to a larger space. Today Lifestyle operates out of the former NHB factory in Peterborough, a 150,000-sq.-ft. facility on Crawford Drive.

Four months ago, Lifestyle introduced a new BathWraps® product. This new line gives homeowners the ability to have an old tub/shower removed and replaced with a new bathtub, walk-in

shower or walk-in tub in as little as one day. The product is expected to do well in 2019 as Lifestyle marks its 30th anniversary.

“The past 30 years has really been about people,” says Keith Carroll. “We work hard. But we’ve been able to grow because our customers trust us to deliver – and our staff believe in what we do as a company.”

Lifestyle Home Products 1-800-465-0593 or visit LifestyleHomeProducts.ca.

Lifestyle’s 150,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and local showroom is based at 944 Crawford Dr. in Peterborough.

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The Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism

Shari Pearce

An Experienced Virtual Assistant Who is Virtually By Your Side I specialize in giving your business freedom: saving time, reducing stress, scaling your business, and helping you take back control of your long-term goals.

I am a Canadian gal with a huge entrepreneurial spirit. I enjoy providing support and consultation to other dedicated entrepreneurs who are ready to delegate their daily activities and focus on their business.

If I’m not helping my clients manage and grow their businesses, I can be found out in my garden, in the kitchen or keeping myself up to date on new technology.

Shari Pearce SDP Communications www.sdpcommunications.ca

What We Offer the Local Business Community Partnerships in growth and adventure is what the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is all about. By serving communities in the heart of the Kawarthas, within the municipalities of Douro-Dummer, North Kawartha, Selwyn, Trent Lakes, and Curve Lake First Nation, the Kawartha Chamber seeks to strengthen and promote business, regional recognition and pride of place, and does so through a variety of programs and events throughout the year.

With over 340 members in its online directory, a complete events calendar and knowledgeable staff on-site year-round, the Kawartha Chamber engages residents and tourists alike. Advancing the wellbeing and interests of the local business community is central to this aim. Having the support of an organization which understands the business community and offers real benefits is paramount.

Chamber membership offers a variety of benefits to suit any business, big or small.

Kawartha Chamber members: 1) Save money through affinity programs with Purolator, First Data, Esso, Constant Contact and UPS and a Group Insurance Plan; 2) Benefit from a referral system where Chamber members are always referred first; 3) Increase their marketing reach through the Chamber’s online directory, social media platforms, event sponsorship opportunities and screen monitor ads in high traffic locations; 4) Expand their network through member networking opportunities and events; and, 5) Benefit from the Chamber’s advocacy on behalf of the business community municipally, provincially and federally.

With three levels of membership, and monthly or annual payment options, the Kawartha Chamber has opportunities suitable for any budget.

If you are interested in joining the Chamber or learning more about what it offers, visit www.kawarthachamber.ca. Or stop by the Kawartha Chamber office at 12 Queen Street in Lakefield, email membership@kawarthachamber. ca or call 705-652-6963 to speak with Chamber staff about finding the best membership option for your business.

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Cottage Season As we approach the 2019 cottage season, those of you fortunate enough to own a cottage often ask if renting your cottage out to guests is a fiscally wise decision.

There is no doubt that there are significant financial benefits to renting out your vacation property…but what about the risks? Particularly when one considers all of the bad press surrounding the big internet vacation property services, and the spectre of guests who simply don’t give the properties and neighbours the respect or consideration due.

There is no doubt an element of risk when letting strangers use your property, but thankfully, the bulk of families are simply looking for a place to get away without any hassles or unforeseen challenges. Most take care of the properties as if it were their own, and everyone wins in the end.

That being said, how does one minimise the risk? In fact, if you haven’t done any sort of renting in the past and are new to the game, how does one even get started? Fortunately, there are alternatives to the big internet providers whose headquarters aren’t even in the same country, (let alone province), provide very few assurances and essentially let the owners do all the work and consequently take on most of the risk!

Consider engaging a local cottage rental agency. Here you will often find the expertise, assistance and local knowledge that the big box companies simply cannot provide.

At a local agency you and your guests will find friendly staff who actually live in your community, are full of knowledge about where to fish, where you can launch a boat, find a local doctor or hospital… even find where you can get the best fish and chips! A local agency

will get to know your property, and will best know how to match your property with guests who will benefit most from what you have to offer. A local agency will take the time to make sure that, as an owner, you understand everything about the rental process and what you can expect, and what you can do to make your guests stay more enjoyable.

Some municipalities have new regulations which have tried to control some of the challenges that come with property rentals. Local agencies can be extremely valuable in knowing what is allowed and what isn’t.

Some agencies can even keep you as the owner, completely anonymous if you wish and can handle everything from check-in, right through to check-out as your representative! In particular, a local agency will be there in times of unforeseen circumstances, and with their experience, be able to best assist you and or the guests through any challenges that may pop up.

Owning a cottage is itself a significant investment. If you choose to rent it as so many owners have, why would you leave so many things to chance as you would with a faceless internet cottage service provider?

Using a local cottage rental agency will give you the peace of mind and expertise that you simply won’t find anywhere else!

Submitted by Steve Dewey WRD Cottage Rental Agency www.ontariocottagerental.com

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Custom Framing

Frameland - Frame It For U For over 20 years Frameland has been a staple on busy George St. in the downtown core of Peterborough. Trust a master with your piece; as the oldest framing shop in town, their experience, expert framing abilities, and professionalism ensure that you have the best value for your framing needs.

Frameland – Frame It For U provides many services, such as: gallery & custom framing, diploma framing, plaque mounting, framing and conserving of prints, posters & sports memorabilia, have your original art framed. They also offer, by appointment, conservation framing and canvas stretching.

With charities close to their hearts - such as the Canadian Cancer Society and local mental health charities - the folks at Frameland know the importance of giving back to their thriving community. For picture perfect custom framing trust Frameland Frame It For U. Framing a variety of pieces with the utmost care, Frameland leaves you with a work of art.

Frameland - Frame It For U www.framelandframeitforu.com

Buckhorn Festival of the Arts The award-winning Buckhorn Festival of the Arts has a time-honoured reputation for showcasing gallery-quality displays of fine art which appeal to a broad range of art enthusiasts and collectors. It is an annual weekend event featuring local cuisine and live musical entertainment.

The Festival is proud to present an amateur art competition, youth art display and an interactive Art Activity Zone for all Festival patrons.

New for 2019, our name - Buckhorn Festival of the Arts. In 2019 the Festival will include more diverse and contemporary mediums and genres. Admission and parking are FREE. Visit our website: www.buckhornfestivalofthearts.ca

Intelli-tank Monitor Systems British Empire Fuels

British Empire Fuels is excited to offer our "Intelli-tank" monitor systems in 2019. Once attached to a propane tank, the monitor sends an accurate fuel level reading though an app on your computer or cellphone. No more guessing or potentially costly fuel run-outs, this is a perfect tool for the tank at the cottage. Call our office for more details and rental rates. www.britishempirefuels.com

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30 Years of Excellence MR Flooring & Cabinetry

Having worked in the floorcovering industry since the age of 15, Mike Rutherford knows a thing or two about the business - and 2019 marks a milestone for Mike and his company, MR Flooring, which began in Lindsay, ON thirty years ago.

The business was quite successful, but Mike believes “if you sit still, you’ll get run over”, so 12 years ago he opened his retail location near Fenelon Falls. This afforded the opportunity to expand beyond commercial and residential flooring, into cabinetry, wallpaper, kitchen and bath, and design solutions.

In 2018, Benjamin Moore paints were a logical addition to the business, making MR Flooring a one-stop shop for home renovations.

And in keeping with Mike’s philosophy of never sitting still, they will be marking their 30th anniversary by opening a new kitchen design showroom!

Specialists in each department provide you with expert one-on-one advice. This dedicated team, comprised of flooring specialists Mike Rutherford and Melanie Keough, interior designers Sarah Rutherford and Andrea Lamb, flooring estimator Bill Roberts and office administrator Dee Ablack, works together to take the stress out of your next project.

Add to that their experienced installers, each of whom takes great pride in their work, and the result is a seamless renovation.

The large, newly renovated showroom offers many samples from which to choose, from trusted companies which have earned the right to be part of the MR Flooring & Cabinetry family.

Browse through the wide selection of hardwood, tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, stone, cork and area rugs to find the best floorcovering options to meet your needs.

Check out the array of cabinetry solutions by Merit Kitchens, Urban Effects, Cabinetsmith and Classic Brand.

Whether your project is commercial or residential, come in and talk to one of the knowledgeable staff – regardless if your ideas are in your head, scribbled on a napkin, or laid out in detail, they will take the time to walk you through the process, explain your options, offer suggestions, and start you down the path to the reno of your dreams.

MR Flooring & Cabinetry – where your next project will be your best project!

Visit MR Flooring & Cabinetry online at www. mrflooringandcabinetry.com, call 705-8871004, email info@mrflooringandcabinetry. com or drop by the showroom at 5092 Hwy 35 N, Fenelon Falls ON

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Fenelon Falls with the Chamber of Commerce Fenelon Falls is known for beautiful lakes, Lock 34 and our quaint, walkable downtown. What makes it the beloved home for generations of families is the strong business community, active social clubs, and our small town lifestyle.

Throughout the year Fenelon Falls hosts many high-calibre festivals and events. One of the marquee events each year is the record-breaking Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show put on by the local Chamber of Commerce. This premier event kicks off the spring season and provides a showcase for businesses, organizations and community groups to engage with thousands of attendees. Join us on April 26, 27 & 28, 2019 to grow your customer base or create awareness of your products and services.

Sharing local news is important in a small town so each week The Town Crier, the Chamber’s online newsletter, is delivered to the inboxes of over 1500 readers. This community newsletter highlights local businesses, events, artists, health and wellness, community groups and tells the stories of life in our village.

For more information about all we have to offer your business visit Explore Fenelon Falls or contact the Fenelon Falls & District Chamber Commerce at hello@explorefenelonfalls.com.

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Accessibility + Style = Maximized Mobility They say that necessity is the mother of invention, and Lauraine Cyr is living proof. “I purchased a park home north of Peterborough a few years ago, and although I thoroughly enjoyed the park life, I soon realized I couldn’t get around on foot due to my mobility limitations.”

“I was determined not to be labelled as unsociable because of my lack of participation in park events, so I began researching available mobility products.”

Unsatisfied with what was out there, and unwilling to sacrifice style for functionality, Lauraine seized the opportunity, invited her friend, Kathy Fullerton, to be her partner, and Maximized Mobility Inc. was born.

The result of their process - research, designing and redesigning, production and testing - has yielded a product line which ranges from modified and updated canes and walkers, which can make shopping easier, to three-seater cabined electric scooters which resemble a slightly scaled down Smart Car. The scooters are very easy to get into and out of and are ergonomically designed for ease of use. Their operation does not require licensing or insurance, and they take stylish to a whole new level. As Lauraine says, “Am I using it because I have to, or because I want to?” And priced from $3,000 to $11,999, they are affordable.

The scooters can be used for something as simple as getting from one

place to another within a local setting, or can provide the seating and space for a trip with your friend to the mall. The FSC-LT is one of their top-of-the-line models, a 2- or 3-seater Cabin Scooter, which comes in three colour options, measures 7’6” x 6’5” x 5’3’’, has disc brakes, providing a maximum speed of 35 km/h, with a battery which allows a running distance of 60-80 km and has a 6-8 hour charging time.

The goals of Maximized Mobility Inc. are clear-cut: to provide modern, technologically enhanced mobility devices which can be used year-round; to break down accessibility barriers and eliminate the stigma of utilizing a mobility device; and to change the culture in a positive manner. When you unpack that, it is apparent that these two feisty ladies have removed the line between “accessibility” and “transportation”, and have done it with style and grace.

Maximized Mobility Inc. is located at 1-649 The Parkway in Peterborough.

Contact them at www. maximizedmobility.net or call 705-750-0777.

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Big names. Small prices.

Overstock Liquidation offers Peterborough and the Kawarthas brand name products for liquidation prices. Open to the public Friday to Sunday every week, we invite you to come on in and save some money!

We first opened our doors on Labour Day Weekend in 2013, and since that time we’ve developed a loyal following of bargain hunters who know a good deal when they see it! We appreciate our customers and wish to thank everyone for your patronage! We have also listened to our clients and made some upgrades this year; including customer washrooms and more parking so no one needs park on the road.

We receive three truckloads of new, overstock products every week. We never know exactly what we’ll receive! What we do know, is that they’re quality items and we’ll price them low to move them fast. Our merchandise is always changing. Find us on Facebook for weekly updates.

Aberdeen’s Wool Company Aberdeen’s Wool Company has always been driven by the love of all things fibrearts related; we started small, and six years from the day we opened the doors, we are a thriving yarn hub in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes.

A proudly female lead company, we offer many popular yarn lines from around the world, with a focus on as many Canadian companies as possible, for example Sugar Bush Yarns.

A few years ago, we decided to launch our own in-house yarn line, Tangled Gypsies, offering an indie dyed yarn, made in the Kawartha Lakes. Fortunately, we’ve been able to travel to various fibre festivals with our yarn, and now ship worldwide.

We offer pattern support, inspiration, and a free weekly Stitch and Bitch, (Thursdays 6:00-9:00 PM) where all are welcome if you knit, spin, crochet, or just love yarn, we welcome your company. We believe knitting is a community, and it should be nurtured and celebrated, so why not stop by and say hello?

You can find Aberdeen’s Wool Co. at 228 Kent St. W., Lindsay ON K9V 2Z2, or online at www.aberdeenswool.ca. Follow them on Facebook , Twitter,Pinterest and Instagram, or call 705-928-5417.

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Overstock Liquidation is locally owned and operated by Jason and Sheryl Over. Overstock is proud to support adults with special needs. Our son, Quinten, has a developmental disability and is part of the team, as well as two other adults, Brandon and Heather. They all participate in Special Olympics and Kawartha Komets Special Needs Hockey. Overstock is proud to support those charities and holds summer garage sales with 100% of the proceeds to the Overstock Housing Initiative for Adults with Disabilities. All of our staff members are friendly, approachable, and more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Overstock Liquidation www.shopoverstock.ca

Winter Projects Create Summer Paradise Do you remember all of those ideas on your to-do list for the inside of your cottage?

Now is likely the best time take on your projects. You probably have more time on your hands, and it's a great opportunity to check in on your get-away place. What about flooring, new doors or trim, kitchens, bathrooms, even painting?

Plan ahead and make a weekend of it. Decide on your most important task, then organize a material and tool list as well as a written game plan to be the most productive with your time.

Take enough food and water for your stay, more plumbers antifreeze for topping up your drains and toilets and yes, the keys.

Watch for sales at your local supply store and consider ordering ahead and having it delivered - well worth the cost. Most stores offer better prices in the winter, as do many contractors.

Renovators would rather work in the warmth and are usually happy to take on inside work, so you will likely receive better customer service too.

Choose to do the tasks that you are comfortable with, and hire out the rest. Don't try to do it all yourself - it could be neverending. Keep in mind that when the nice weather comes, you will want to be outside, doing outside projects or just enjoying the view.

I know that it sounds like a lot of work, but trust me, it's worth it.

You get away for the weekend, and you will feel the pride when your family and guests arrive next summer.

Keep creating paradise.

By Our Resident DIY Guru Dave Linkert, Port 32 Marshall Homes, Bobcaygeon

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SPOTLIGHT BIO

50 Years of Customer Service Bert’s Appliances has come a long way since the days at The Dandelion Snack Bar in Hickory Beach – besides running that operation with his wife, Rosemarie, Bert Macey also continued to work as a serviceman for GE, which was something he truly enjoyed.

It wasn’t long before they began stocking a few appliances at The Dandelion, and Bert’s Appliances was born. That was back in 1969 – and what set them apart then is the hallmark of their business today – customer service.

Later, the Maceys renovated their home to make space for a proper showroom, and Bert’s Appliances continued to grow. In the 1980’s, they purchased and renovated a car dealership on the main street in Fenelon Falls, and in this new location they were able to display more appliances and expand the service and repair aspect of the business.

Soon, sons Trevor and Cameron began to work with their parents, and the business continued to grow. Truly a family owned and operated enterprise, Bert’s Appliances has earned the respect and trust of the community, one customer at a time. Bert always made sure his customers knew they were his number one priority, and that he was grateful for their business. His work ethic was instilled in his family and his staff, and since his passing in 2012, they still do it Bert’s way.

Prospective buyers are given professional advice on the best appliances to suit their needs and their budget. If you are undertaking a home reno or a new build, Bert’s will work directly with your contractor to ensure that they have the proper specs for your new appliances. They can

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also work with your interior design team to ensure a match between appliances, cabinetry and décor. With that in mind, keep an eye out for the GE Café brand’s new designer colour – slate white!

The Maceys and their staff believe in giving back to the community which has supported them for fifty years, by providing sponsorship and support to youth sports teams, the Fenelon Falls Curling Club, local schools, Santa Day and the Fenelon Falls Events Committee.

With 2019 marking their 50th Anniversary, Bert’s Appliances will be celebrating by offering amazing monthly specials – so if you are in the market for new kitchen and laundry appliances, mattresses and foundations, be sure to check out their selection.

For personalized service, expert service and repair and no-hassle returns, see Bert’s Appliances, 45 Colborne St. Fenelon Falls ON K0M 1N0, www.bertsappliances.ca, or call 705-887-5436.

On Ice & Snow

Winter Sports

When Peterborough and winter are mentioned, the first sport that comes to mind is usually hockey. Hockey does have a long history in this area, but some other winter activities have been around as long or longer.

Skating was a popular recreation in 19thcentury Ontario - especially because it was socially acceptable for unmarried men and women to participate together unchaperoned.

In The Emigrant and Sportsman in Canada (1876), John Rowan comments: “Canada is par excellence the country for the skater.

Every Canadian can skate more or less. The rink is the great winter amusement, and is to be found in every Canadian city. […] I am credibly informed that even a little flirtation can be managed on skates.” Hockey players, he notes, were banned from rinks because they were “a nuisance” to skaters, but were allowed to play on open ice.

Peterborough’s first indoor rink was a former flax mill on the Otonabee’s east bank. It

had natural ice and was maintained by the Peterborough Skating Club. Members paid an annual fee to skate. Today the city has four arenas with artificial ice, but outdoor neighbourhood and backyard rinks still pop up for skating and hockey; a very popular skating venue is the canal below the Lift Lock.

Curling is another long-standing Peterborough sport. In 1859, the Peterborough Curling Club was formed, and played its games on Spauldings Bay. In 1862 the Club moved indoors on the Otonabee’s east bank. The Club has had three “homes” since: near the Quaker Oats plant; on Charlotte Street; and its present site on Lansdowne Street. The first curling “stones” used were either granite, iron, or lead-filled wooden blocks.

Other traditional sports to while away winter days are: skiing (The Drumlin at Nassau Mills - now Trent University - had a ski-tow for a time), tobogganing (Jackson Park once had a multi-lane toboggan run), and snowshoeing.

More recent winter activities include snowmobiling and snowmobile racing.

Winter can be a time for outdoor recreation – which is a great excuse for a cup of hot chocolate in front of a roaring fire afterward.

Enjoy.

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

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Weekend at the Cottage

Recipes

Leftover Turkey Soup

What’s better than a hearty bowl of homemade Turkey Soup to keep you warm in the winter?

Ingredients & Amounts For the stock: 1 turkey carcass 2 ribs of celery 2 carrots 2 shallots 2 white onions 1 cup of fresh parsley 12 cups of water For the turkey soup: 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil 1 Vidalia onion, finely diced 3 ribs of celery, roughly chopped 3 carrots, halved lengthwise and sliced 3 cloves of garlic, finely diced 1 cup of cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 red pepper, seeded and finely diced ½ cup of barley groats 5 cups of turkey meat, chopped 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, finely chopped salt and pepper to taste Instructions 1. Prepare the turkey stock: In a large soup pot, bring all of the stock ingredients to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook covered for four hours, stirring the pot occasionally.

2. Strain the stock through a colander. Discard the bones and vegetables. Strain the stock a second time through a fine sieve. Refrigerate the stock overnight. Skim the fat off of the stock before using.

4. Add the mushrooms, peppers and barley. Stir them into the pot, cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

5. Add the turkey stock and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.

6. Add the turkey meat and the parsley. Taste then season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

7. Garnish with additional chopped parsley.

3. Prepare the soup: Heat oil in a Dutch oven set on medium-high heat. Stir in onion, celery, carrot and garlic. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

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https://weekendatthecottage.com/baked-eggs-tasty-toppings/

Baked Eggs with Tasty Topping the perfect start to a weekend!

Ingredients & Amounts For the baked eggs, serving 2: 4 extra-large eggs, room temperature 1 tablespoon of butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons of 35% cream 2 tablespoons of assorted fresh herbs, chopped ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese, grated For the accompaniments: 1 avocado, peeled and diced ½ cup of cheddar cheese, grated 3 green onions, chopped 6 rashers of bacon, cooked crisp and chopped ½ cup of cherry tomatoes, diced 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar 1 mango, diced ½ of a yellow bell pepper, chopped ¼ of a red onion, diced 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar salt and pepper to taste For the toast soldiers: 4 slices of brioche butter

Instructions 1. Prepare the accompaniments: Place bacon, cheese, green onions and avocado into individual bowls and cover. Place prepared red onion, pepper and mango into a small bowl, add a splash of red wine vinegar, a sprinkle of salt and toss. Place cherry tomatoes into a small bowl and toss with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and salt..

4. Serve baked eggs immediately with accompaniments and brioche soldiers. https://weekendatthecottage.com/baked-eggs-tasty-toppings/

2. Prepare the baked eggs: Crack each serving of two eggs into a small bowl and set aside. Place oven rack in top position and turn oven to broil. Add ½ teaspoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of cream into each casserole dish. Place the dishes on a baking sheet and transfer to the oven. Watch them closely - when the butter and cream begin to bubble, immediately remove the dishes from the oven. Working quickly, add two eggs to each dish along with a sprinkle of the prepared herbs, salt, pepper and finally, the grated parmesan. Return the dishes to the oven and cook until the egg whites set and the tops are bubbly and golden.

3. Toast the brioche slices and butter them. Cut each slice into four rectangular strips.

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The Kids Are Not Alright With the stress of the Christmas season behind us, it should be time to sit back and relax, right? Don’t be so sure - take a look at the people closest to you – is someone not doing OK? According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, mental illness indirectly affects all Canadians at some time. In any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada – of all ages, education, income levels and cultures - will personally experience a mental health problem or illness. By age 40, about 50% of the population will have, or have had, a mental illness.

The most alarming statistic is this: suicide accounts for 24% of all deaths among 15-24-year-olds and 16% among 25-44-year-olds.

10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder, like schizophrenia, bi-polar or anxiety disorders. The total number of 12-19-year-olds in Canada at risk for developing depression is 3.2 million! Combine that with the fact that Canada’s youth suicide rate is the third highest in the industrialized world, and the warning bells should be sounding.

Unfortunately, the stigma or discrimination attached to mental illnesses makes it difficult, or impossible, for those affected to seek the help they need to get started on the road to recovery.

Young people are most vulnerable to social pressures, and if you combine that with doubts about self-image, school performance, sexuality, etc., it creates an insurmountable wall for someone who is experiencing mental health issues. Often, they may be unaware that what they are feeling is indicative of a serious problem, and they often turn to alcohol and/or drugs as a way to cope.

Reclusive behaviour, lack of enjoyment, low energy, reduced concentration, changes in weight – these can all be signs that all is not right with your teen.

National initiatives like Bell’s Let’s Talk Day on January 31 create an environment for people to open up about what they are experiencing, and to discover that they are not alone in their struggle. Many wellknown Canadians have shared their stories in an effort to eliminate the stigma which surrounds mental illness.

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Locally, the Haliburton-Kawartha-Pine Ridge branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association is a wealth of information and support. Their website is www.cmhahkpr.ca, and help is available 24/7 at 705-745-6484 or 1-866-995-9933.

Expert Tips for Raising a Kid Who Cares Helping others is a critical life skill that parents can begin teaching early to raise positive children that make the world a better place.

is a perfect time to remind kids of the smile on Grandma’s face last time you surprised her with her favourite treat.

“By the time kids enter elementary school, they should know not to interrupt, be expected to hold a door open for others, should be able to help shop for and put away groceries and do nice things for other people,” advises Alyson Schafer, one of Canada’s most notable parenting experts and author of Honey, I Wrecked the Kids.

Be realistic. Philanthropy has to come from the heart. Forcing your kids to act in a charitable way does not work — that’s why the jar system of saving, spending and donating money from things like allowance doesn’t lead to authentic altruistic actions in most households.

To teach children to care for others, Schafer offers these top tips: Make it sweet. Start with actions like baking cookies together and sharing them with others. When you deliver each batch, ask your child to remember how that act of caring made the recipient feel. Each time another batch of cookies goes into the oven

Find their passion. Intrinsic motivation offers the strongest teachable moments. When a child sees something that they know is not fair or not right, that’s when parents need to jump in and say, “This sounds like something that matters to you, what can we do to take action on it?”

Have a ball and do some good. When kids raise money for a cause they care about, they

feel empowered. A fun and celebratory way to do this is through a birthday fundraiser.

Pick a local charity and have guests make a donation in lieu of gifts. Ronald McDonald House Charities has an online birthday fundraising tool that makes donations easy.

It’s win-win: you get less toys that break or end up in a landfill and everyone contributes to the great cause of helping families stay close to their sick child.

Practice what you preach. Model charitable behaviours and teach these lessons early so that it becomes a part of your family routine.

To demand a charitable action could seem like punishment to a child, but if you’ve always given back to others it simply becomes second nature.

Find more information online at makefunmatter.ca. www.newscanada.com

Melted Crayon Art If you’re like me you have tons of crayons lying around, and here is a perfect activity for a cold, snowy afternoon.

You will need: • Canvas – any size you wish • Crayons – with or without the paper on • Newspapers and old clothes

• Hot glue gun • Blow dryer

You’ll want to cover the table or wherever you are working with newspaper so if the wax splatters it won’t ruin anything, and old clothes for the same reason.

Glue the crayons to the top of the canvas and let dry.

Slant the canvas so the wax will drip. Use the blow dryer to melt the crayons; it’s best to point it down so the wax will drip.

Let it dry and your work of art is ready to be displayed.

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Exploring Canada’s

Best Snowmobile Routes When the mercury drops, many of us hunker down, crank up the heat and spend more time indoors. For others, the winter weather promises adventure as they fire up their snowmobiles and head out to some of the most epic trails in the world.

In Ontario, there are more than 30,000 kilometres of snowmobile trails, making up the world’s largest interconnected network. The Bon Echo Loop is a 232-kilometre loop encompassing much of Ontario’s highlands.

For those living in or visiting the west, the central Alberta Iron Horse Trail provides idyllic landscapes for simple day trips or longer hauls to excite novices and experts alike.

The Laurentians in Quebec, a famed range known for its mountain sports and rich snowmobiling heritage, include the world’s first snowmobilers’ club. The area boasts more than 2,500 kilometres of trails and lots of snow all season long.

No matter the trail, it’s important to ride safe. That means using the right equipment, avoiding dangerous areas, and speaking with a broker to ensure your vehicle has the right insurance coverage. www.newscanada.com

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Russ Sanders

Those Were The Days “A Walk Through Time” While my wife shopped in the mall I wandered around just passing time. My meandering brought me to the electronic section and the many varieties of computers, laptops, Ipads plus a bevy of miscellaneous communication devices, amazing inventions that boggle the mind, my mind anyway.

I guess I learned enough so the computer company could no longer charge us for things we never received but as I seemed to emerge from the darkness into the world of computer light I was unceremoniously informed all my PDP 8E knowledge was for naught because, ....yes you guessed it, that model was obsolete.

Do you know what a PDP 8E is? It was forty five years ago and I thought I did. Our company purchased a new computer system and as a member of management I was expected to know what the “new-fangled very, very expensive contraption” was all about. We had to build a special room that could never exceed fifty degrees Fahrenheit, a room at least thirty feet long and twelve feet wide to accommodate the spinning discs and whirly gigs that literally filled the room and made no sense to me. In the seventies computer people had a language all their own and they threw around words I had never heard before, megabytes, gigabytes, a language they were aware sounded alien to most people but a language they also knew set them apart from “us” non-computer people. It became them against us and since it was us paying the bills it became my task to learn ‘computerese’.

I watched in dismay as all the computer equipment in the cold room was dismantled and replaced by a system ten times better than our original computer and ten times smaller as well. Gratefully the poor girl who endured the cold making punch cards to be inserted into the computer no longer had to wear a sweater to work and I too had an epiphany. I hired a computer expert, his job was to assist me in learning not only the everyday computer language but also teach me the basics so I could grow from there into this new world of computers, a decision that kept me in good stead computer wise throughout my entire career.

My first lesson included acquiring a book that spoke the strange computer language but at least had hand drawn pictures as to the various meanings. As a Director in our company and also Operations Manager I felt somewhat lost and kept thinking about the old joke where the head of a wandering band said, “Tell me where we are going so I can lead you.” Well

When my wife asked how I had passed the time while she shopped I simply smiled and said, “Walking down memory lane Hon, walking down memory lane.”

Today I am still in awe some computers can be held in the palm of one’s hand, so small yet can accomplish more than my infamous PDP 8E that addled my brain way back in 1975.

By: Russ Sanders epigram@nexicom.net

5 Tips for Keeping Your Dog Active During the Colder Months Enjoying the outdoors with your dog can be wonderful, except when the temperature dips down a little too low for comfort. Even if we would prefer to cuddle up on the couch, it’s imperative that our four-legged friends still get enough exercise during the winter.

To help ease the transition, here are five things to consider: 1. Bundle up. Although our furry friends have built-in coats, temperatures can sometimes drop to extremes, leaving you with one shivering pup. Help them keep warm and dry with their own winter jacket for the especially cold days. Don’t forget to wear warm clothes, too. The warmer you are, the better experience the walk will be for both of you.

2. Protect their paws. While many pups love a snowy winter walk, sidewalks and roads are often treated with harsh chemicals and salts that can be harmful to their paws. Use booties to help protect them during walks and be sure to wash your pet’s paws when you come in from the outdoors.

3. Take shorter walks more often. It can be easy to take your dog out for long strolls when the temperature hasn’t yet dipped below zero, but it becomes a bit more of a challenge in the winter months. Taking shorter walks more frequently can help ensure you’re giving your dog enough exercise, without being overexposed.

Lakefield Animal Welfare Society 2887 Lakefield Highway, Lakefield 705-652-0588 www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org

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

Peterborough Humane Society 385 Lansdowne St. E., Peterborough 705-745-7676 www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca

Home Again 613-474-3450 www.homeagainbancroft.ca

Northumberland Humane Society 371 Ward St., Port Hope, 905-885-4131 www.NorthumberlandHumaneSociety.com

ARK ANIMAL RESCUE KREW

4. Get some extra help. Sometimes our schedules just don’t allow for all the walks our pups need. Hiring a dog walker through a service like Rover.com can help your dog burn off some energy while you’re out of the house or at work.

5. Be mindful of weight changes. Just like us, our pets may be inclined to curl up on the couch and snuggle away a cold afternoon, but added weight to their small frames can be harmful. Keep an eye on your pet’s shape and weight to ensure they aren’t putting on too many extra pounds. www.newscanada.com

Animal Rescue Krew 3307 Lakefield Rd., Lakefield 705-651-0069

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Community

EVENTS JANUARY 10 - 26, 2019

JANUARY 20, 2019

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

36TH ANNUAL INVITATIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION Where: Art Gallery of Bancroft, 10 Flint Avenue www.artgallerybancroft.ca

HARRY MANX When: 4 - 6:30PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor Peterborough. www.folkundertheclock.ca

AMAZING KRESKIN When: 8PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

JANUARY 11, 2019 POTTERY DATE NIGHT When: 7 - 9:30PM Where: Art School of Peterborough, 178A Charlotte St. www.artschoolptbo.org

JANUARY 18 - 20, 2019

FEBRUARY 1 - 3, 2019

JANUARY 21, 2019

POLARFEST 2019 When: Various Where: Various Locations

BEGINNER KNITTING When: 5 - 7:30PM Where: Seasoned Spoon, 1770 Westbank Dr., Peterborough.

ELMHIRST’S SNOWKITE WEEKEND 2019 Where: Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene. www.elmhirst.ca

THE WALL - LIVE EXTRAVAGANZA When: 7:30PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

JANUARY 19, 2019

JANUARY 26, 2019

SPEAKER SERIES: PLANNING A SUCCESSFUL GARDEN WITH MARY JANE PILGRIM When: 10:30AM Where: Douro-Dummer Library, 435 Douro 4th Line.

Please register before January 18. 705-652-8599.

3RD ANNUAL YUK YUK'S COMEDY EVENT When: 8PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St. S. www.academytheatre.ca

ENJOY A CUP OF COFFEE WHILE YOU BROWSE When: All January, 8AM - 5PM Where: 36 King Street East www.millbrookgallery.com

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YOUTH CURLING When: Saturdays & Sundays, 3PM until Mar. 24 Where: Ennismore Curling Club and Banquet Hall, 555 Ennis Rd. www.ennismorecurlingclub.com

EMPOWERED YOU Where: Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene. www.elmhirst.ca

FEBRUARY 2, 2019 BEATLES REVISITED When: 8PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca FENELON FALLS WINTER FESTIVAL When: 10AM - 3PM Where: Garnet Graham Park www.snowshoekawartha.com

REFRAME FILM FESTIVAL 2019

ANNE RENOUF MIXED MEDIA

When: January 24 - 27 Where: Downtown Peterborough 396 George Street North www.reframefilmfestival.ca

When: March 6 - 30 Where: Art Gallery of Bancroft 10 Flint Avenue www.artgallerybancroft.ca

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

SNOFEST WINTER CARNIVAL

SPOON CARVING When: 9AM - 4PM Where: Gamiing Nature Centre, 1884 Pigeon Lake Rd., Lindsay

When: January 20 - 26 Where: Various activities and locations www.peterboroughsnofest.ca

FEBRUARY 6, 2019 WIRE YOUR BRAIN FOR CONFIDENCE When: 5:30PM Where: Holiday Inn, 150 George St. N., Peterborough. www.womensbusinessnetwork.net HERITAGE LUNCHEON When: 12 - 3PM Where: Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock St. Reservations must be made in advance.

DOC WALKER When: 8PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., Peterborough. www.markethall.org

FEBRUARY 8 - 10, 2019 YOGA; YOUR WAY Where: Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene. www.elmhirst.ca

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

FEBRUARY 23, 2019 FELINE AND FIDO FROLIC FUR BALL When: 6PM Where: Peterborough Golf & Country Club, 1030 Armour Road. www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca BOOK + ZINE FEST When: 10AM - 5PM Where: Artspace, 378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough. www.artspace-arc.org

FEBRUARY 24, 2019 RYAN JOYCE: MINDBLOWING MAGIC When: 7PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

7TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION: ONE NIGHT IN THE PHILIPPINES When: 6 - 11PM Where: ARIA Night Club and Event Space, 331 George St. N., Peterborough. www.nccpeterborough.ca INSPIRE: THE WOMEN'S PORTRAIT PROJECT PRESENTS THE CELEBRATION GALA When: 7 - 10PM Where: Peterborough Golf & Country Club, 1030 Armour Road.

MARCH 6, 2019

PAUL BRANDT – THE JOURNEY TOUR When: 7PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne Street West. www.memorialcentre.ca

NATIONAL CUPCAKE DAY When: 10AM - 1PM Where: Peterborough Humane Society, 385 Lansdowne St. E. Register as a Cupcake Day Host, and start baking! www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

MARCH 2, 2019

MARCH 9, 2019

BLIZZARD FEST Where: Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn. www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com

CARL DIXON - WHOLE 'NOTHER THING When: 7:30PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca

SERENA RYDER When: 7:30PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca

ANNUAL MEMBER TRADE SHOW & WORKSHOPS When: 5:30PM Where: Holiday Inn, 150 George St. N., Peterborough. www.womensbusinessnetwork.net

HEALTH PROMOTION DAYS JANUARY 31 FEBRUARY 1-7 FEBRUARY 27

BELL LET'S TALK DAY www.letstalk.bell.ca

EATING DISORDER AWARENESS WEEK PINK SHIRT DAY (CYBERBULLYING) www.pinkshirtday.ca

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