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TOWN NOTICES 2016 DAISY AWARDS
Do you know someone who has beautiful gardens on their property?
MUSIC ON THE BARGE
Nomination forms can be picked up at Town Office or the Centennial Centre. You may also submit Online at www.gravenhurst.ca/daisy.
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
CELEBRATE CANADA WITH US!
Music On The Barge Gull Lake Rotary Park
The Town of Gravenhurst, Communities In Bloom and the Gravenhurst Horticultural Society would like to reward these property owners for enhancing their yards and making our community a more beautiful place to live! Help us give well-earned recognition to these gardeners by nominating a local property for a Daisy Award.
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Sunday July 3
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The Rev-Tones A Brand New Blast from the Past of 50’s Rock ‘n’ Roll
beginning at 7:30 pm Full schedule and information at:
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Nominate yourself, your neighbour, friend, a local business or group, any garden you happen to like! All that is required is a name and street address.
On Friday July 1st the Town of Gravenhurst is hosting Canada Day Celebrations at Gull Lake Rotary Park
** New this Year: Nominate a garden that is primarily planted and tended to by local youth(s) for a special category and recognition.
from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Come out and enjoy live music from the Fernglen Fiddleheads, BBQ, Cake, Popcorn and even a Magic Show for the kids!
Nominations will be accepted until Friday, July 15th . Judging will take place on July 20th, awards will be presented at ‘Music on the Barge’ on August 7th. For more information, please contact Kyla Bruce, Parks & Trails Technician at 705-687-9424 or email kyla.bruce@gravenhurst.ca
Message to Our Business Community We know you are as committed as we are to making sure that everyone who works, lives and plays in Gravenhurst experiences a safe and enjoyable summer. As this summer’s incredible Muskoka experience gets into high swing, can we encourage you to: - Make sure all exits are clearly marked and unobstructed - Check that your staff are properly trained in emergency procedures including how to call for help, how to use fire extinguishers and how to safely and efficiently evacuate the building in a fire emergency - Make sure that all fire protection equipment (fire extinguishers) and systems (i.e. alarms) are serviced and fully functional - Avoid common fire hazards such as overloaded electrical circuts, careless smoking, and misuse of flammable liquids and propane - Ensure that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are properly installed and maintained if you offer sleeping accommodations of any sort. If you have questions about any fire safety or fire prevention measure, please call us...and help us to make this the best Muskoka summer ever! Gravenhurst Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 705-687-3414
705.687.3412
info@gravenhurst.ca
3-5 Pineridge Gate, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1Z3
RECREATION
BBQ starts serving: 11:30 am Music on the Barge with the Fernglen Fiddleheads: 11:30 am Official Ceremony and Cake Cutting: 12:00 pm Magic Show: 1:00 pm For more information contact the Recreation, Arts and Culture Department at 705.687.6774.
GRAVENHURST PUBLIC LIBRARY Help us kick off our Summer Reading Program for kids on Monday July 4 with a Summer Luau from 1 to 3 pm ! Check out our new programs including Minecraft on Mondays, Let’s Play…on Tuesdays, Reading Buddies on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and the Discovery Series on Fridays. Returning programs include Mad Scientists, Primary and Junior Book Clubs, Lego Club, and Painting Pals. Check out our website or visit the Library to pick up your copy of our July and August calendars for all of our children’s activities. Pre-registration is required for some programs. Children’s Storytime – Tuesdays at 10:15 am. Bring your little ones every Tuesday morning for story time, sing-alongs and crafts. Children’s Drop-in Storytime at the Gravenhurst Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays from 9 am to 1:30 pm – Join Jennifer and Emily for great stories, songs and creative activities. Volunteers wanted for our Gravenhurst Farmer’s Market Used Book Sale – every Wednesday throughout the summer, 8 to 11 am and 11 to 2 pm shifts available – please call the Library to sign up (705-687-3382)
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