GRAVENHURST TOWN NOTICES
Terence Haight Community Funding
Gravenhurst Businesses
Downtown Dollar$
2016 Terence Haight Financial Assistance Program
Do you own a Business in Gravenhurst?
Applications are invited from community groups and organizations for grant funding under the Terence Haight Financial Assistance Program.
We’re looking for your feedback! The Economic Development and Communications department has developed an annual business survey. We hope to create an environment where Gravenhurst businesses can grow and flourish. The survey only takes a few minutes! For more information, or to do the survey in person, please contact:
Details of the program and application information are available by visiting: www.gravenhurst.ca/communityfunding or in person at the Town Office: Town of Gravenhurst 3-5 Pineridge Gate Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1Z3 Application Deadline: December 4, 2015, 4:30 p.m.
Give the gift of the Downtown this holiday season with Gravenhurst Downtown Dollars!
WWW.GRAVENHURST.CA
Jeff Loney Research Assistant Town of Gravenhurst (705) 687-3412 Ext. 280
Purchase yours today at the Gravenhurst Opera House or at the Town Office, Treasury department. A full list of participating merchants and additional information can be found at www.gravenhurst.ca/dollars. Besides making a great gift you’ll help to encourage shopping at home and introduce new customers to Downtown Gravenhurst!
GRAVENHURST OPERA HOUSE
Upcoming Performances
@ THE GRAVENHURST LIBRARY
The Gravenhurst Opera House presents:
Pickleball?
Muskoka Melody
Saturday, November 21st Doors 6:30 PM | Show 7:30 PM Tickets $25
Home School Family Fun at the Library – Nov.19, 26 and Dec. 3 – Storytime and literacy based activities. Ages 4 – 12 welcome. Registration required (705-687-3382).
Bill Culp Productions and the Gravenhurst Opera House present
The Mitten Tree - On Now until December 15th – Help decorate our Mitten Tree with new warm winter items like mitts, hats and scarves. Donations will be distributed to the local Salvation Army, Food Bank and Women’s Resource Centre just in time for Christmas.
Buddy Holly Rockin’ Dance Party
Starring Jeff Giles from “The Buddy Holly Story”, Saturday, November 28th Doors 7:00 PM | Show 8:00 PM Tickets $35 The Gravenhurst Opera House presents
Jumblebells: The Official Unofficial History of Christmas Traditions
For full details, including times, check out the Fall/Winter Activity Guide here: www.gravenhurst.ca/activities
GPL’s Christmas Open House - December 2nd from 1 pm to 3 pm – Join us for songs and storytelling that celebrate the season, featuring the Gravenhurst Saxophone Quartet and readings from Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ by members of Dragonfly Theatre. Mouth watering morsels and hot apple cider will be served.
For more information visit: www.gravenhurstlibrary.ca
Wood burning appliances can be dangerous! If you heat with wood, please be sure you:
Have the installation inspected by a W.E.T.T. technician Follow the manufacturer’s installations instructions regarding clearances to walls, ceilings etc. Have the chimney cleaned at least annually Keep things that can burn well away from the appliance (furniture, newspapers) Ensure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms Have a practiced home escape plan Never store ashes inside or in/near combustibles
705.687.3412
reception@gravenhurst.ca
3-5 Pineridge Gate, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1Z3
Have questions? We'd be happy to answer them! Give us a call at the Recreation, Arts & Culture Department at 705. 687.6774.
Council Meetings Capital Budget Special Council Meeting Friday November 20th at 2:30 pm
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If you're interested in giving it a shot, Pickleball runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Holiday Family Fun Event - November 28th from 10 am to 12 noon Warm up with yummy hot chocolate and be cozy with holiday stories and crafts. All ages welcome.
Saturday, December 12th, 2015 Doors 6:00 PM | Show 7:00 PM Tickets $10 Adults | $5 Children (12 & under) Duration 75 minutes (no intermission)
Call the Box Office at 705-687-5550 or Visit: www.gravenhurstoperahouse.com for more information
Curious about trying Pickleball? There's the perfect drop-in option to participate in a single session for only $5 - or FREE altogether if you're already a member of the YMCA. You might surprise yourself at how fun it is!
Planning Council November 24, 5 p.m. *Updated* December or January 2016 - The Draft Strategic Plan will be approved and made public by Council.
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