May 2013
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Darci-que: a children’s author, entertainer and illustrator, held a book signing at the Clearview Public Library, Creemore Branch. Darci-que’s newest book in the series, which was inspired by her dog Molly Doodle, is titled (The Adventures of Mollie Doodle: Sharing Means Caring). Mollie was on hand to read a few pages of the new book. Darci-que has been endorsed by Chapters in the Toronto area and she will be promoting her book at various Chapters locations later this year. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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Thoughts from my notebook Well, the May issue was certainly a lot easier for me to ‘pull off’ then the April issue. As many of you know, my father passed away in late March, and it has been a very busy and difficult time for my family. Both my brother and I are business owners; traits we inherited from my dad. I miss him everyday, but I know he is looking down on me, working long days and even longer nights and he is proud. Even though he did not live here, my father was always my biggest fan, he would drive the 250kms to pick up the latest issue of Georgian Life to read all about the events that took place. My mom is moving here next month so Collingwood really has become home after 7 years of living here. I am establishing some deep roots and I couldn’t have picked a better community to live in. And, of course I visit and particpate in many awesome community happenings in Wasaga Beach to Meaford as well!
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I am exstatic to announce that Georgian Life has been nominated for 3 Collingwood Chamber of Commerce Awards: Small Business of the Year, Business Owner of the Year and Customer Experience Awards. Thank you to everyone who nominated us - it truly is an honour! Georgian Life has an amazing team of people (currently 5 freelance photo journalists, 3 advertising sales representatives, a graphic designer and a writer/editor) all working effortlessly to ensure that every month’s issue is the best yet! We cover about 40 events a month and are dedicated to celebrating the “heart, lifestyle and activities” of those who live, work and play in and around our amazing communities. I am proud that we develop trustworthy relationships with a variety of advertisers, business owners and people who just want to share their upcoming events on our calendar!
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Get Growing in Creemore The Get Growing Garden Show in Creemore featured over eighty exhibitors, the latest in home décor, fresh garden displays, and fun activities for the kids. A fun filled weekend for the friends and family with informative workshops and seminars as well as hands on exhibits of Solar Energy and Power Generation. The Tree Society of Creemore hosted their huge annual Silent Auction of quality items which will help to raise money to plant more trees in Creemore. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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The choir has taken on different forms over the years, from a ladies only group to its current format of a mixed SATB group with both men and women. Throughout the years, there has been a membership range from nine to 65 people. Currently, the choir has a membership of around 50 drawing from Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Thornbury, Nottawa, Creemore and beyond. There have been members in their teens to octogenarians. All who love to sing are welcome to audition. Over the years, the repertoire has ranged from Broadway tunes, spirituals, folk songs, to the Messiah, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms. One year, the choir even performed Gilbert and Sullivan’s H. M. S. Pinafore in full costume. The Sound Investment Community Choir was also involved in the Royal Bank Seniors’ Jubilee Concerts held at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. There has even been musical accompaniment, including local musicians, as well as world re-known Canadian musicians like harpist Erica Good man, percussionist Andy Morris and the Trillium Brass Quintet. Over the span of forty years there has been a real variety of music brought to the community! The Sound Investment Community Choir has been involved in fund raising for the community as well, raising funds for more than 15 charitable groups in the area. Last year, the choir performed a benefit concert to help raise funds for the ‘Raise the Roof’ project for the All Saints’ Anglican Church, where their rehearsals are held. Singing on Canada Day for the Collingwood Canada Day Celebrations continues to be a tradition. This year the choir has held one rehearsal a month at Sunset Manor, bringing some musical joy to the residents. This is a real community choir! If you have not had the pleasure of attending one of the concerts over the past forty years, perhaps it is time you discovered this local treasure. The spring concert – Celebrate the Music - A Potpourri of Music from Mozart to Les Miserables – will be held at Trinity United Church on Friday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m., as well as on Saturday, May 25 at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are available in Collingwood at Crow’s Nest Books, in Thornbury at Paperwhite Flowers, in Creemore at Curiosity House Books and in Wasaga Beach at the IDA Pharmacy. Tickets are also available from choir members. For more information visit www.soundinvestmentchoir.ca. Submitted by Jill Doble
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St. Mary’s Fundraiser The Grade 6 students are raising money to off set their cost of attending Camp Kitchi this June so they held a fundraiser at Wendy’s Restaurant in Collingwood. There were free Frosty’s balloons and a life sized Wendy to meet. Photos: mycollingwood.ca
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Know-It-All Trivia Know-It-All Ball Trivia Night at Duntroon Hall attracted many small groups of keen participants. The 13th incarnation of a fun question night kept everyone laughing and heckling their competition. People brought munchies for their table and paid $10 a head to take part. Proceeds go towards upkeep and improvement of the Duntroon Hall. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
LONGING FOR ADVENTURE Kids LOVE adventures. Who doesn’t really? Outdoor adventures make the greatest memories. In 2010, a poll in the UK reported that 85% of children aged 6-12 were longing for more adventure in their lives. 85% of parents said that adventure should be an important part of their children’s lives… but 50% of children had never taken any part in any adventure sports, and 40% of parents said that they didn’t have time or money to partake in adventure activities with their children. Gasp! No time for adventures? What would Lewis and Clark say to that? Is it because media has exposed us to so much extreme adventure that we feel inadequate just going for a hike? By definition, an adventure is an exciting or unusual experience, which may also be a bold, or risky, where the outcome is uncertain. That means it could simply be a walk with no set destination. Hiking is NOT expensive and neither is riding a bike or exploring uncharted territory beyond the backyard fence! Adventurous activities lead to knowledge, like those undertaken by explorers and pioneers and freckle faced kids in the ravine. This isn’t a suggestion, this is a plea – take your children on a hike this weekend. Open the world to them let them explore. For more information on the programs offered by the Environment Network please visit www.environmentnetwork.org or call 705-446-0551
Dorgelo & Wilkins Artwork by two of Collingwood’s finest abstract painters, Bonnie Dorgelo and Jenn Wilkins, is showing at the Collingwood Public Library for April. Photos: mycollingwood.ca
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Easter Egg Extravaganza The Town of Wasaga Beach hosted the 5th annual Easter Eggstravaganza at the Wasaga Beach RecPlex & YMCA. This fun filled day provided the opportunity to celebrate the arrival of spring, community spirit and of course, Easter! Activities included an Easter egg hunt, face painting, petting zoo, bouncy castle, WBYC BBQ, Strong Kids Campaign Youth Leader Exchange Program Silent Auction, the Easter Bunny live on location and Much Much More! Photos: Enrique Miranda
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SPRING IS HERE! Gardening Tips Freeze and thaw cycles over the winter may have given some of your plants the heave-ho. Replant any perennials that the frost has heaved out of the ground as soon as you can. Cut back the previous season’s dead plant material. Clean up old perennial foliage from last season (trimmings can go into the compost). Cut back ornamental grasses. Remove winter protection of mounded earth from roses. Prune rose bushes before they start to leaf out. Resist the urge to start digging in your flower beds too early. You can damage the soil’s structure. If you pick up a handful of soil, it should fall apart, not stick together like glue. When it’s dry enough, you can start to dig beds and add compost or manure in preparation for planting. Getting on top of the weeding now means a lot less work later. Weeds start growing vigorously early, so when you spot them, go to it because they are easier to pull out while their roots are still shallow in early spring. Source: Flower Gardening Made
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• DON’T cut back foliage of bulbs until it dries naturally. The bulb needs the green leaves to make food for next season’s growth. Cutting foliage too early results in small, weak bulbs the following year. • DO fertilize roses every week, all summer long. Most hybrids are very heavy feeders and need a lot of fertilizer for beautiful and healthy blooms. Be sure to plant your bushes in a location with plenty of sunlight and leave at least 3 feet in between plants for good air circulation.
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HYACINTH This spectacular plant is highly-appraised for its strong fragrance. Coming in a vast array of colors, it makes the perfect bedding, bordering and cut plants.
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SPECIAL EVENTS LISTINGs - MAY 2013 May 1
Children 12 and under
• Blood Donor Clinic - Owen Sound Legion. Call 1-888-2DONATE or visit www. blood.ca
May 1-26
• “Two Guest Artists in May” The Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario St. Collingwood. Reception at The Arts Centre in Collingwood, May 11th 3-5pm.
May 2
• Blood Donor Clinic - Meaford & St Vincent Community Centre. Call 1-888-2DONATE or visit www.blood.ca • Argo Thursday Film - Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre argothemovie. warnerbros.com $10.
May 3
• Live Music Wilderness Of Manitoba Gayety Theatre 7pm. Advance tickets $15. • Wrestling Night in Collingwood 2 Collingwood Curling Club. In support of the Collingwood Special Olympics. VIP tickets $20, general admission $10. 705.888.7434. • Meaford Lions Spaghetti Dinner Meaford Arena Adults $10. Children under 8yrs. $6
• Collingwood and District Historical Society Meeting Leisure Time Club “My Life in Broadcasting; a conversation with John Nicols”
May 7-12
• TheSmokes Grand Opening Week 498 First Street, Collingwood. Starting Feature Days, specials on all Week.
May 8
• Grace United Church, Ham and Scalloped Potatoes Dinner 149 Bruce St. S. Thornbury • Comedian Adam Richmond - Historic Gayety Theatre $25. 6:30pm
May 10-Feb 7
• 4 Seasons Wilderness Skills Immersion Heathcote - Sticks and Stones Wilderness School
May 10-12
• Collingwood Home & Lifestyle Show Collingwood Curling Club • Trivia Night - GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Road North 7pm $10 www. greatnorthernex.com
• Clearview Community Theatre presents “What a Wonderful World” a fundraising dinner, concert and silent auction. Stayner Community Centre. 705-424-3072 or 705-428-2790 or www. clearviewcommunitytheatre1.ca.
May 4-28
• Art Show and Book Launch by Joan Folinsbee - 173 Bruce Street South Thornbury
May 4-19
• Day of Delight Workshops - Tremont Art Space Simcoe St. Collingwood. 6 free workshops for building large puppets to be used in the Day of Delight parade and puppet show. • Feast in the Forest in support of local organizations. $100 feast@ kolaporesprings.com. • Collingwood Mandarin MS Walk. www. mswalks.ca. • Goldenaires “Songs of Spring” concert - Meaford United Church $12 Adults, $5
• Raise the Paddle FSG Fundraiser - A great 2 hour family paddle on the Beaver River. 10am-1:30pm. $40 Adults, $20 kids 12 and under. • Folk Rock Show - Marsh Street Centre, Clarksburg 7:30pm $25 ea. 519-599-7837 • Arbour day tree sale - River Rd W (Police station) and Blueberry Trail Wasaga Beach 9am to noon. • Comly Eye Care Grand Opening 69 First St., Unit C, Collingwood. Come and meet Dr. Comly & Staff. • World Fair Trade Day - Collingwood Town Hall • M&Ms Charity BBQ - 560 First Street Collingwood
May 12
• Hey Ocean! Indie/funk/pop - Meaford Hall. 8pm $20 www.heyocean.com. • Edible Landscaping - 11am-3pm Hosted by Ben Cesar Address: 235599 Grey Rd. 13, RR#1, Kimberley 226-668-4234 $20.
May 15
May 16
• Dance the Night Away with the Aaron Garner Band $50 per person, 730 pm to Midnight Osler Brook Golf & Country Club • A Late Quartet - Meaford Hall 4pm & 7pm $10 www.alatequartet.com
May 17
• Grand Opening Collingwood Community Food Coop 12-6pm 66 Simcoe Street • Jason McCoy at the Gayety Theatre
May 17-18
• The Tank Range Project professional theatre - Meaford Hall Tickets $15
May 18
• Opening of Collingwood Farmers Market Second and Pine Streets
May 25
• “If Walls Could Talk” - a Tour of Historic Homes and Buildings Collingwood 10 am to 4 pm. Tickets $15.00 www. historicallyspeakingcdhs.ca • Brits in the Village - The Georgian Bay British Car Club will be displaying their cars at the Collingwood Farmers Market in the morning and Blue Mountain Village in the afternoon. • The Johnny Cash Dinner and Show Collingwood Legion Branch 83 Info 705446-5121 Doors Open 5pm Dinner 6pm $50.00 • Designs in Nature Photography Workshop - Join professional photographer Bryan Davies and learn how to improve your outdoor photography skills. $55 (tax included). 10am to 2 pm. Advance registration required. Call 705.441.7435. www. bryandavies.com
May 25-Aug 31
• Sensual Summer 65 Simcoe St. New works by Anke Lex Opening reception May 25, 4-6pm.
May 26
• Blue Mountain Studio Tour of the Arts - Craigleith, Kimberley, Thornbury and Clarksburg • May Long Weekend & Fireworks at Blue Mountain
• Edible and medicinal wild weed walk 2-4pm. Cook Garden Collingwood. $20. • Hike for Hospice - Join one of our three hikes, Blue Mountains, Collingwood or Wasaga Beach. Hike will be followed by a BBQ lunch for $5! Go to www. hospicegeorgiantriangle.com
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May 28
May 18-20
May 11
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Containers” Workshop Trinity United Church, 140 Maple St, Collingwood 2-3:30 pm 704 293-3200 • Psychic Night! Boston Pizza Collingwood 5-10pm. Call to book your reading 705443-8776 • Taoist Tai Chi Beginner Class Collingwood Tai Chi Centre, 58 George Street 705 444 0194
• Cook Garden Spring Opening - Come and learn how you can get involved growing your own food or how you can help us grow food for people in need of fresh local food. 2-4pm. Garden, end of Leslie Street, Collingwood.
May 23
• “Drought Tolerant Gardening” with Master Gardener Diane Greenfield Trinity United Church, 140 Maple St, Collingwood 705 445-7917
May 24-25
• Sound Investment Community Choir presents Celebrate the Music! Trinity United Church, 140 • Tickets $20 Adults Children (12 & under) - free www.soundinvestmentchoir.ca
• Blood Donor Clinic - Cranberry Golf Resort Call 1-888-2DONATE or visit www. blood.ca to book your appointment. 4:30 - 7:30pm.
May 30
• The Skydiggers roots/rock - Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre 8pm $31
May 31
• Dr. Bill Sears - “Top Health Tips for All Ages” Georgian Manor Resort, Hwy 26 West, Collingwood 7.30pm. Complimentary Tickets 705 441 3920. • Girls GolFun - OslerBrook Golf & Country Club
• “Planting Eye-Catching Outdoor
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33rd Annual BMFA Juried Art Show Awards
Treat mom to a meal she will remember
It seems that each year the quality and number of the entries for the BMFA’s Annual Juried Art Show increases and this year was no exception. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be for jurors to arrive at a decision for awarding but nonetheless it is quite the honour for all whose works are selected for ‘hanging’ in the gallery during the run of the show. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
The perfect way to create memories with your mother. Come to Duntroon Highlands Golf Club for Sunday brunch on Mother’s Day, May 12th from 10:30am - 2:00pm
Vallery Mokrytski -1st Place in Adult Art
Gary Haines - 1st Place Adult Craft
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Cynthia Marsh - 2nd Place in Adult Art
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“The air is like a butterfly With frail blue wings. The happy earth looks at the sky And sings.” - Joyce Kilmer, Spring Andrea Currie - 3rd Place in Adult Art
Freda MacDonnell - 3rd Place Adult Craft
Honourable Mentions in Adult Art Kaz Jones, Jon Houghton, Carolyn Corner
Elaine Wigle - Honourable Mention in Adult Craft
Samuel Gunevich 1st Place Student Art & Craft
Kirstin Parr 2nd Place Student Art & Craft
Victoria Cook 3rd Place Student Art & Craft
Kayla Brown and Devin Hillman Honorable Mentions in Student Art & Craft
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LOCAL FLAVOURS Looking for a great place to eat? The Georgian Triangle offers a wide selection of dining experiences to suit every palate and budget. Incredible restaurants with mouthwatering menus, unique dining experiences and breathtaking settings.
TheSmoke TheSmoke has taken smoked foods to a new level offering traditional competition worthy BBQ, such as Smoked Ribs, Beef Brisket and Pulled Pork. They also have Smoked Trout, Smoked Balls of Meat, Smoked Turkey Burger, Smoked Portobella Mushroom Burger, House Made Sausages, Wild Boar Bacon, Smoked Banana Ice Cream and much more! Their website photos will leave your drooling! All of the food is made from scratch, from Chef Cam’s recipes. Located on First Street in Collingwood, you can dine in or take out and their new patio will be opening this spring. Come in for lunch or dinner, you won’t be disappointed. 498 First Street, Collingwood (705) 293-5522 www.thesmoke.ca
The Hungry Sumo The Hungry Sumo in Collingwood features fabulous and beautifully presented Japanese food. They aim to satisfy your love of sushi, teriyaki or tempura and help you learn a few things about chop stick etiquette. Check out their extensive and reasonably priced menu. Lunch offers popular Bento Box combinations as well as a large range of different types of sushi. Whether you dine in or take out, you will certainly not leave a Hungry Sumo! 188 First Street, Collingwood (705) 293-1037 www.thehungrysumo.com
Bistro 26 Bistro 26 is nestled on Edenvale Aerodrome, a small private airport, directly on Highway 26E. Bistro 26, offers a variety of daily fresh baked items, friendly /knowledgeable staff, and a unique venue to turn your average meal into a memorable dining experience. The chef’s bring innovation to comfort foods that incorporate local seasonal ingredients that accentuate the natural flavours of the food. Come and share their passion for fine food; beautiful Bistro 26 awaits you! Visit www.bistro26.ca for upcoming special events, 3 course tasting menus, wine pairing dinners and much more. 5195 Hwy 26 East, Stayner (705) 428-4703 www.bistro26.ca
The Manor People aren’t always sure how to approach Collingwood’s Georgian Manor Resort. Is it private? Can we go in there? Well, in fact, you can. Although they are a vacation membership resort, many of their amenities are open to everyone: the bar, the banquet facilities and The Manor Restaurant, where three highly-trained professional chefs invent wondrous repasts: Baked Prime Rib Pie, Braised Lamb Shank, Roasted Vegetable Stack and Chicken Supreme come to mind. They also serve up amazing Gourmet Burgers, English Fish and Chips (just for the halibut) and some seriously creative pastas. The Manor Restaurant, open and affordable to everyone with an appetite for fine food. Highway 26 West, Collingwood (705) 445-9422 www.georgianmanorresort.com
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Home & Garden Show hits the Beach
Rehab alignment with a flair
The 20th Annual show organized by Wasaga Beach Lions Club held at the RecPlex, April 13th and 14th saw a record number of visitors. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda
Shawna Knight and Stephanie Howard
AM Roofing
Pillar to Post
Brubacher Foot Comfort
Cheers MakeYour Own Wine
Taryn Burchell and Donna Lawson - Prudential
After hours appointments 5-9pm
FINE JAPANESE CUISINE XPLORENET
Perfect Sense Store
Mark Kirby - Kirby’s Flooring
Join the Third Annual Stride with the Georgian Bay Grannies This will be the third Stride to Turn the Tide of AIDS fundraising event that the Georgian Bay Grannies have held in Collingwood to support the work of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. The Georgian Bay Grannies are a group of committed grandmothers and grandothers inspired to help the grandmothers in Africa who are raising their grandchildren orphaned as a result of the continuing AIDS pandemic. Funds raised are used to help provide grassroots community-level organizations in Africa, as they provide food, counselling, school fees and housing grants to the grandmothers and their grandchildren. The Georgian Bay Grannies invite everyone to show their support for the courageous and resilient grandmothers in Africa at the Stride to Turn the Tide fundraising walk which will be held at Sunset Point Park in Collingwood along the beautiful waterfront trails on Sunday, June 9 at 12:30 p.m.
188 First St. Collingwood (705) 293-1037 www.thehungrysumo.com
Take Out | Dine In | Catering Lunch | Dinner Open 7 days a week
(Previously Copper Blues Fitness above LCBO)
For more information and to register on-line go to gbgrannies.com or you can register at the event at 12:30. There are walks of 1 km, 2.5 km and 5 km distances. Join us as we walk for African grandmothers and the millions of children in their care! Submitted by Jill Doble Purchase a 3 month membership and get the 4th month FREE
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Give us a call today 705-444-6325 Creating a better YOU today for a healthier YOU tomorrow *ask for details
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Photos from previous Stride with the Tide Event: Dave West Photography
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What’s Up Hut The Wasaga Beach Business After 5 was hosted by Sandy and Alex Smardenka of Boston Pizza and Tanya Snell who launched her What’s Up Hut, a multi-faceted and pioneering marketing and information resource. As a mobile marketing kiosk, the What’s Up Hut brings all things Wasaga Beach directly to the fingertips of residents and visitors. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda
by Aranka Jones, Naturopathic Doctor
Gut Feelings Optimal digestive health is essential for emotional wellbeing. In many cases, anxiety and depression can be linked to impaired digestive health. Conventional care often fails to address digestive health in the treatment of these conditions, instead relying on drugs to manage symptoms without removing the underlying cause. If you suffer from anxiety or depression and don’t enjoy excellent digestive health, ask yourself these two questions: 1. What are you eating? A diet high in refined grains, meat and dairy products coupled with a lack of water and fiber can cause constipation. On the other hand, indulging in greasy, fried foods, poor quality chocolate and sugary treats can trigger diarrhea. Not only do these bowel issues make it difficult to obtain optimal nutrition to support brain function, but constant digestive upset can independently make you feel bummed out. Food sensitivities must also be ruled out. Unlike classic food allergies, which cause immediate and often severe hives and breathing difficulties, food sensitivities cause milder and delayed immune-mediated symptoms. These reactions often involve gastrointestinal upset and may manifest as joint and muscle pain, skin conditions, autoimmune conditions and mental health issues. 2. What’s eating you? Stress is thought to be a major trigger for irritable bowel syndrome, a condition that affects about 1 in 5 people and is associated with anxiety and depression. It’s no wonder that these conditions are linked, since 95% of the body’s serotonin is found in the gastrointestinal tract. Additionally, 90% of the fibers in the primary nerve of the digestive tract, the vagus nerve, carry information to the brain from the gut - not the other way around. In fact, the nervous tissue associated with the gastrointestinal tract is called the ‘second brain’. This gives us all the more reason to explore the mind-body connection in medicine and trust our gut feelings in everyday life. Aranka Jones ND is a board certified doctor of naturopathic medicine in Collingwood who runs a family practice and health-focused cooking classes. Learn more at www.arankajones.com
A ‘Hoppy Easter’ Collingwood Style Peter Cottontail hopped into Collingwood for Easter and had families and kids of all ages racing about the Station Museum grounds and the downtown in search of Easter eggs and all kinds of chocolate treats! A beautiful sunny day combined with a variety of fun activities provided by Journey Community Church, the BIA along with volunteers made for the perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a wonderful Easter ... Collingwood style! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Thornbury Get Growing The Thornbury “Get Growing” Home and Garden Show was held at the Beaver Valley Arena. The attendance was high with over 87 vendors experiencing a high traffic flow. They had 8 Guest Speakers hosting seminars including: Lexi Dearborn from Dearborn Designs, Lindsay Herbert - Inside Elements, Jessica Ladly from Riverside Greenhouses, just to name a few. Photos: Kimberley Merrifield and Julie Paleczny
Moore Design Window Birdfeeders
Window & Door Gallery
Beaver Valley Outreach Program
Town & Country Landscaping
From the quarry to your home it’s Maxwell Stone Check out our website www.maxwellstone.com “Like Us” on Facebook 9257 Beachwood Road Collingwood 705-445-0111 408310 Grey Rd 4 Feversham 519-922-2912 sales@maxwellstone.com
Zwart’s Topsoil & Landscape Supplies
“Spring - an experience in immortality.” - Henry D. Thoreau
Floating Docks
Inside Elements
CARP
Revolve Hula Hoops
Free Spirit Gardens
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Easter Market in Creemore Creemore`s Easter Market has become a welcome tradition for locals and weekenders looking for something unusually good and tasty. Locally made Honey, Maple Syrup, Jams, Jellies, Pies, Bread and Jamaican Food as well as artistic glass work, ceramics, alpaca hats, and wood items. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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A Service Adventure of a Lifetime! HHART is the acronym that identifies a series of Haitian Humanitarian Assistance and Relief Trips inspired, funded and led by Rotarians from Rotary District 7010 (central Canada). The primary mission of HHART teams is to provide much needed medical, dental and other forms of humanitarian assistance to a segment of approximately 12,000 impoverished, disadvantaged persons of Haitian descent that live in the Dominican Republic near Puerto Plata. This trip was the fourth in their continuing efforts to help. On each trip they take more than 80 hockey bags of medical supplies, clothes, boots, shoes, hygiene packs as well, socially interacting with the population and respecting their customs and norms.
The medical and dental teams provide the Haitians with basic medical and dental services. The teams bring equipment, supplies and medicines with them as none are available in the Haitian settlements. “Physician Travel Packs” and “Dental Travel Packs” that contain supplies and medicine will be purchased with monies received through fundraising events and direct cash donations for HHART. The construction teams hire and help the local people complete new concrete block homes for needy families. The construction team will also complete numerous small construction projects in various settlements. The distribution team will deliver goats and laying hens, sleeping mattresses, hygiene packs, protein powder food supplements, clothing and footwear. Sports balls, skipping ropes, colouring books and crayons will be given to the children. These distribution items will be acquired through cash and donation-in-kind campaigns.
“Don’t knock the weather: nine-tenths of the people couldn’t start a conversation if it didn’t change once in a while.” - Kin Hubbard
For more information about HHART, visit our website at www.HHART.info, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HHART.info and Twitter at @rotaryhhart, or contact HHART Coordinator Rotarian Steve Wallace by phone at (705) 444-4012 or email at steve@HHART.info. Rotary promotes peace through service. For more information about Rotary, visit www.Rotary.org.
43 strong from 24 different communities in Ontario representing 7 Rotary Clubs.
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Doug Gillis
Broker Direct: (705) 444-3853
doug@douggillis.ca www.douggillis.ca
Top 100 RE/MAX Sales Associates in Canada 20ll
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PRINCETON SHORES. 3625 sq. feet of finished living space with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Main floor master opens to spa room with views of the water and 5 piece ensuite. Stunning kitchen with no detail or convenience overlooked. Gracious and comfortable living in a home and area that would appeal to most. MLS® #20131665 $2,250,000
SNOWBRIDGE. Beautifully designed custom built chalet. 3,700 sq. feet with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths and fully finished lower level. Open concept main level with stone fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Shuttle service to Village. MLS® #20126059 $779,000
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LORA BAY. 3,000 sq ft home/chalet on oversized lot. 3 bedrooms & 3 ½ baths with potential for 4,700 sq. feet of living space when lower level is finished. Spectacular hand hewn trusses, stone fireplace, reclaimed materials. MLS® #20130441 $999,000
NIPISSING RIDGE. Warm & welcoming 4 bedroom, 4 bath chalet in area of fine homes. Large open concept living area. Master suite with fireplace, sitting area & balcony. Fully finished lower level. Great views of ski hills from many rooms. MLS® #20125704 $879,000
SUMMIT VIEW ESTATES. 5 bedroom 3 ½ bath chalet located on a very large lot. Area of fine homes and chalets with good access to Georgian Peaks Ski Club, Georgian Bay Golf Club and Thornbury. Fieldstone wood burning fireplace in living room, timber frame wood beams and hardwood floors. Oversized 3 car garage. MLS® #20125333 $699,000
TANGLEWOOD. Crenshaw model. 1154 sq. foot 2 bedroom, 2 ½ bath townhome in Tanglewood golf community, adjoining the Cranberry Golf Course. Gas fireplace, large master, 4 person sauna, attached garage with inside entry. MLS® #20130936 $299,900
NEWLY BUILT CHALET WITH VIEW OF BLUE MOUNTAIN. 3860 ft. of finished living space with a total of 6 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths. Superior steel construction and maintenance free exterior. Professionally designed interior, custom cabinetry, 2 gas fireplace. Great entertaining areas inside and out. MLS® #20131763 $869,000
TUSCANY IN RAVENNA. Unique stone villa on 11+ rolling acres intersected by the Mill Creek. Charming & warm 6,400+ sq. ft. home/chalet with 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths & fully finished lower level. Double car garage, detached barn with in-floor heating and workshop/tuning room. Many custom features throughout. Short drive to ski resorts & golf courses. MLS® #20131719 $1,784,484
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EXQUISITE LOG CHALET. Stunning 5300+ sq. foot 6 bedroom, 4 bath chalet located just steps from Craigleith Ski Club. Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, oversized fireplace, pool/games room, custom wrought iron staircase. Private setting with great curb appeal. MLS® #20126208 $1,649,000
PREMIER CHALET AT BASE OF BLUE. Custom built 4,000 sq. foot 4 bedroom chalet across from ski lifts & South Base. Incredible views from all rooms. Open concept living/dining/kitchen. Extra large garage leading to spacious mud room. 5 min walk to Intrawest Village. MLS®#20130937 $899,000
SUNSET POINT LANDMARK RESIDENCE. Spectacular, top quality custom built 4,400+ sq. ft. home with 5 bedrooms & 3 ½ baths. 2nd floor loft library, master suite w/fireplace, balconies off every bedroom. Great views across Georgian Bay, steps to water, minutes to downtown. MLS® #20126455 $1,295,000
BROOKER BLVD. Attractive chalet walking distance to Village at Blue. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open living/dining area with gas fireplace. Upgraded kitchen & fully finished lower level. Attached double garage, outdoor hot tub. MLS# ®20131687 $519,000
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TANGLEWOOD. Exquisite 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath condo backing onto golf course. SS appliances, wrought iron light fixtures, granite counters, stone fireplace, California shutters, slate & hardwood floors. Fully finished bright & spacious lower level. MLS® #20131097 $399,000
BASE OF BLUE. Custom built 6 bedroom chalet at the foot of O-Hill at the south end of Blue Mountain. Open concept main level with soaring great room, high end finishes. Main floor master, fully finished lower level. MLS®#20123637 $1,199,000
WALK TO SKI HILLS. New chalet built to an extremely high standard. Bright & airy with views to the Mountain. Large principal rooms. Beautiful detailed stone & tile work throughout. Main floor master bedroom with large ensuite and walk-in closet. MLS® #20131403 $985,000
WALK TO THE HILLS. Beautifully appointed 5 bedroom,3 bath chalet within walking distance to Blue Mountain ski hills or take the shuttle bus, which stops at the front door. Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood floors through main level. Dramatic view of ski hills. MLS® #20130418 $749,000
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A Gift in Every Challenge Local family law lawyer, Rose Pellar, has actualized her dream in becoming an author. A Gift in Every Challenge is now available on amazon.com. She celebrated this tremendous accomplishment with over 60 friends, family and colleagues at her book launch party. Visit www. rosepellar-authorspeakertrainer.com for more information. Rose has written her candid true story about growing up in a culture where women had no value, facing poverty, homelessness, abuse, language barriers, and heart-wrenching loss. Chin Lim Geow (Mary) and her daughter Rose triumphed over insurmountable odds to find stability, respect, happiness, success and love. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda
“Be like a flower and turn your face to the sun.” - Kahlil Gibran
Physical Culture Gym opened in Wasaga Beach The cutting ribbon ceremony took place on Saturday April 13th. The Gym located at 818 Mosley Street, is now open to the public, featuring an extensive variety of fitness apparatus to meet everybodys fitness goals. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda
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Building or Renovating? These local businesses can help! Transform your house into a home!
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COMPLETE MASONRY SERVICE Specializing in: brick, block, stone, chimney repairs, footings, foundations, concrete sidewalks
REASONABLE RATES WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED phone: 519-371-5132 cell: 519-379-5909 email: h_cdevries@hotmail.com
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• LINE • COLOUR • SPACE • TEXTURE • FORM
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specializing in plumbing service & repair RENOVATIONS REPAIRS NEW CONSTRUCTION
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• Expert in Residential Interior Design • Specializing in Manual & Motorized Custom Window Treatments
CANAM ROOFING Quality Workmanship Since 1989 20 Years Experience, Locally Owned New, Re-Roofs & Repairs Flat Deck Roofs, Architectural Shingles
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BLUE MOUNTAIN VACUUM CENTRE Your One Stop Vac Shop 176 Hurontario St. Collingwood 705-444-1022
Royal Canadian Legion Parade & Memorial The Collingwood Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63 played host to the Royal Canadian Legion E District Spring Convention and members branches from around the region took the time to hold a Veterans parade and memorial wreath laying ceremony at the Collingwood Cenotaph. It was a welcome opportunity to honour those who serve and have served in our armed forces and a subtle reminder that we don’t have to wait until Remembrance Day to take the time to give thanks and pay our respect to those who have paid the ultimate price for our country. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
PEROGIE PALACE
Serving a wide range of perogies & other Slavic delights such as Borsch, Cabbage Rolls & Schnitzel.
36 Sykes St. S. Meaford - Open daily 519-538-9811 Catering Available & We Deliver within Meaford
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Business Profile: Rachel May - Ducks in a Row If disorganization is interfering with your life or business and you’re feeling overwhelmed and frustrated, it’s time to get your “Ducks in a Row” and get organized.
solutions for their homes. She has experience working with people of all ages to establish organized, functional and healthy spaces. Clearing the way for enjoyable easy living is possible with Ducks in a Row. Once the organizing and purging is done, it feels like fresh air for the brain. Through Rachel’s company, she is able to offer a full range of services with the resources to get the job done. She is a member of the Professional Organizers of Canada having obtained a Certificate in Professional Organizing from QC Design School in Ottawa in 2012.
To achieve success with your business or home-life, you will need to take the necessary steps by clarifying your priorities and deciding how you want your lifestyle, belongings and business arranged. Organization takes time, but when you get into the habit of it, life becomes so much easier! It just so happens that Rachel May, the business owner of Ducks in a Row, loves to declutter. Rachel loves helping others in need and is the one friends call when they move or need assistance finding organizing
Rachel thinks of moving as a brand new beginning. It’s an opportunity to reassess possessions, discover hidden and forgotten treasures; and more importantly - a time to get rid of excess before the move. People often feel overwhelmed and unnerved when their living environment is filled with clutter. Reorganizing your home helps create new found space and order and perhaps avoid a needless move. Rachel has moved nearly twenty times in her adult life and this has taught her how to visualize new space. A professional organizer can recommend products or
systems which will make your new home comfortable and functional – especially for those who are facing challenges such as downsizing while also trying to maintain their independence. Every assignment is unique and begins with an initial consultation requiring a custom approach, based on the circumstances involved. With an agreed strategy of services needed, an appropriate system is then implemented and no additional costs beyond the original estimate are incurred without the approval of the client. Professional organizing can vary from an initial consultation to complete “hands on” support. The fee for service depends upon the task at hand. The true goal of a professional organizer is to provide a safe living environment and help the individual maintain a clutter free and functional home and also help to improve business settings and office space. “I am fascinated with gadgets and systems that make people’s lives easier, but above all, I love a challenge and seeing it through to the end! Being an Organizing Professional enables me to combine my passion and skills in a way that brings order to an otherwise
busy and often chaotic way of living,” says Rachel. So, you’ve finally decided it`s time to get your Ducks in a Row! Ducks in a Row offers a wide variety of professional services to suit your organizing needs such as the following: • In home consultation • Decluttering • Downsizing • Home Sale Preparation • Complete Moving Solutions • Setting Up New Residence Rachel also specializes in the challenging task of digitizing your photo albums.
Contact Rachel to discuss additional scopes of work at 705.445.0050 or feel free to visit her website: http://www.ducksinarow.me/
Collingwood’s Lifestyle Centre A truly unique experience awaits you at Cranberry Mews, one of the most convenient and fun retail spaces you’ll find anywhere in cottage country. Our lifestyle centre is home to a variety of businesses, ranging from healthcare and quality of life service providers to retailers who cater to both your whimsical and essential needs. Not only are we easy to find, but we also have trouble-free parking. So, what are you waiting for? Come see us today. Located at 10 Keith Ave, Collingwood (on Hwy 26 by Cranberry Resort). A place for health, wellness, and fun …where you can shop, dine, recharge and renew
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Dr. Jennie Ly - Dentist
COMING SOON Live Music - Comic Impressionist Houston MacPherson 8:00 pm - Saturday, May 11, 2013
MYLAR & LORETA’S RESTAURANT
Steve’s Restaurant
Spring Gardening Gala Featuring Mark Cullen & Guests 7:00 pm - Thursday, May 23, 2013
Comedy - 97.7 The Beach Bash The Canadian Improv Showcase 7:00 pm - Saturday, June 1, 2013
Live Music - 50’s & 60’s Tribute Johnny and the Cruizers 8:00 pm - Saturday, June 8, 2013 The Historic
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Skinanigans at Craigleith Space Station That’s right! You only thought it was a ski club but in fact it morphed into a Space Station for the annual Skinanigans Family Day. As always the costumes were great and the competition was fierce but all in fun of course. Everything from scary aliens, handsome astronauts, and space beauties to some of our favourite Star Wars heroes. A great event, a fun time and one I look forward to covering every year … and oh yes Craigleithians, “May the Force be with you!” Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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by Jane Schnurr
Open 7 days a week 8 am to 11 pm (705) 445-1431 12 Hurontario St., Collingwood
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I’ll be happy when… ow do you answer this? Time goes way too fast. As I watch my Mom struggle with the challenges that many of us get in our golden years, I am reminded that there may never be a better time. Do it now.
Happiness is a choice. Look for the moments. When we are in the now happiness is easier to see. Young children know this. There is a young child in all of us just itching to play. One of my favourite books is “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron. She encourages us to go back and do the things we so enjoyed with reckless abandonment when we were kids. What did you love to do? Was it building forts, playing house, colouring, street hockey, dressing dolls, Lego, or singing? I encourage you to add some of this back into your life. Are you worried about appearing foolish? Do you really care? Which do you prefer boring and stuffy or foolish and spontaneous? The choice is yours.
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After 5 Pinpoint Media Design and Royal LePage Trinity Realty co-hosted the Collingwood Chamber After 5. Pinpoint Media Design is a full service web development firm with a proven track record and more than 11 years of experience! Royal LePage Trinity Realty is an independently owned and operated franchise affiliated with Royal LePage Canada, which has been owned by Dale Tkatch, Broker of Record, since 1996. Photos: Selena Blais
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‘Spring Spectacular’ at Mountain View School ... Ready to buy? It was simply spectacular as they held their annual yard sale and camp fair. Always a great chance to find some great bargains, grab some wonderful baked goods and just have some fun with the wonderful kids, staff and volunteers at Mountain View. Even better the proceeds from the event go back to the school in support of their great programs for kids! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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One bedroom condo renovated and updated, now like brand new. A great buy at $129,000! Move right in. Geoffrey Timpson Sales Person Direct 705-446-5282
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HABITAT (228) Affordable condo apartment in the Habitat Development. This spacious 1 bedroom unit offers a west facing balcony for evening sunsets. Large living room, dining room & master bedroom. Investigate low operating costs as heating is included in monthly condo fee. Cheap living, excellent first time buyer opportunity. Investors check this package. Well maintained 15 unit development, many upgrades to this building. $103,900. MLS®#20131137
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Successful Shoreline Clean Up The staff at Abbott Foot & Ankle Clinic, together with patients and community partners met to pick up the garbage at Harbourview Park and its shoreline in conjuction with the Great Canadian Shoreline Clean Up. In a very short time, they collected 155 lbs. of trash and recycling! Needless to say, they found some interesting articles, mentionables and unmentionables. Everything from fast food litter to clothing, tube lights, deodorant cans, and insulation. We even found an old LP, if you can remember what those are! A great time was had with all of the participants that came out and at times, even braved “blizzard” like weather conditions. Abbott Foot & Ankle Clinic hopes to make this an annual event. Photos: Dave West Photography
Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival As usual, the pancakes were amazing and lots of ooey gooey good maple syrup to purchase. Kudos to all of the volunteers who worked countless hours pulling this small town tradition together. Photos: mycollingwood.ca
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Linkes Local Arts – Frieda Linke: Contemporary Realist Frieda Linke’s two tier business and art gallery on the main street in Stayner displays the works of 17 local artists as well as her own. Her venture began with her daughter, Arrin Wager, four years ago from their home studios in Stayner. Frieda also displayed her work at the Venders Market for almost two years before she decided to branch out and expand. Frieda celebrated the Grand Opening of her business, Linkes Local Arts, in Stayner, on March 26, 2011. The store features a varied and well-rounded selection of artistic pieces from paintings, woodwork, glassware, and jewelry and fabric artwork from the works of traditional and nontraditional artist. “You can be a beginner or you can be a professional. It’s all the same here,” says Frieda. The gallery is part of Stayner’s welcoming downtown business core with displays of work from artists and artisans from this region. In every corner of this unique gallery you will find artistic creations. Frieda embraces the growth of the art movement in and around the area and clearly has a passion for art and the community and she has always had a strong interest in the artistic world. “This is not a job to me, it’s a passion,” explains Freida. Last year, Frieda founded Art in the Park which is sponsored by Stayner’s Chamber of Commerce and she is also a Chamber member. The next event is set for July 20th so be sure to check it out! Influenced by the works of artists such as The Group of Seven, Robert Bateman and Frida Kirta, Frieda tries to put a part of her in each piece that she creates – hopes, fears, happiness and sadness. “All that makes artists who they are translates into the artwork we create,” she explains.
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Frieda describes her artwork as ‘Contemporary Realism’ and works with acrylic and oil paints, pastel, charcoal and pencil. She sells her work mostly out of the studio; however, you will also find her work throughout online galleries and on her website http://linkeslocalarts.com/. Fill your home with one of kind artistic creations or buy something for that special someone who will cherish it for years to come. Stop in at Linkes Local Arts for all of your art supply needs and if you can’t find what you want, Frieda will be more than happy to order what you need. Photos/Story: Melanie Vollick, Write Way Communications
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Collingwood’s Karate Kids Winning in any sporting competition is quite an accomplishment but what do you say about a small local club that returns from a major tournament with 33 medals and trophies. Outstanding ... and that is precisely what happened when the Georgian Triangle Karate Club (whose home dojo is Connaught Public School) competed in the Canadian Karate Championships held in Toronto on March 30, 2013. Congratulations to all those who participated and continued success to all of Collingwood’s Karate Kids! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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STAY | PLAY | EAT | SHOP WASAGA BEACH Judy Garland Story – A Theatre Collingwood Gala The wonderfully talented Judy Garland died in 1969 but for those who attended the one-night only performance by the incredibly gifted Debbie Collins at the Gayety Theatre it would certainly give one pause. A very impressive stage and musical presentation highlighting the life of the legendary Judy had the packed house mesmerized. Theatre Collingwood could not have made a better choice as a launch event for their upcoming 2013 series than what we enjoyed and experienced that evening. Kudos to all for providing us with such a marvellous and memorable evening. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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by Brian McMillan CFP, CLU, CH.F.C.
Attitude is everything... I was going to write an article this month about attitude and transitions brought on by circumstances, often out of our control. I came across this article and decided I couldn’t have written anything better. Enjoy! A 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud man, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with his hair fashionably coifed and shaved perfectly, even though he is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. His wife of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing home, he smiled sweetly when told his room was ready. As he maneuvered his walker to the elevator, I provided a visual description of his tiny room, including the eyelet sheets that had been hung on his window. “I love it,” he stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having just been presented with a new puppy.
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“Mr. Jones, you haven’t seen the room; just wait.” “That doesn’t have anything to do with it,” he replied. “Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time. Whether I like my room or not, doesn’t depend on how the furniture is arranged ... it’s how I arrange my mind. I already decided to love it. It’s a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have a choice; I can spend the day in bed recounting the difficulty I have with the parts of my body that no longer work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the ones that do. Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open, I’ll focus on the new day and all the happy memories I’ve stored away. Just for this time in my life. Old age is like a bank account. You withdraw from what you’ve put in. So, my advice to you would be to deposit a lot of happiness in the bank account of memories! Thank you for your part in filling my memory bank. I am still depositing.” Remember the five simple rules to be happy: 1. Free your heart from hatred. 2. Free your mind from worries. 3. Live simply 4. Give more. 5. Expect less
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An African Afternoon The Grey Grannies of Grey County are dedicated to supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign. At the L.E.Shore Library in Thornbury they gathered to share stories and songs. For more information go to http://www.facebook.com/greygrannies. Photos: Kimberley Merrifield
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Parkinson’s Cut-a-Thon at La Moda Thanks to Sam, Carla, Naseem and Kellie from La Moda along with Shannon and Jackie from Headlines Salon who once again volunteered their time and talent, this year’s Parkinson’s Cut-a-Thon was an overwhelming success. It was a wonderful opportunity for clients to get a new haircut for Spring at an unbelievable price with proceeds going to a great cause. Thanks so much to everyone who supported this awesome annual initiative! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
New Beginnings Mad and Noisy Gallery’s new owners Rick and Lyne Burek hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony and Art Opening appropriately titled “New Beginnings.” The new show featured work by local and regional artists In glass, wood, metal, acrylic, oil, watercolour, fabric and photography. Mad and Noisy Gallery is located at 154 Mill Street in Creemore. www.madandnoisy.com. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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