Amherst Pointe Association turns 100

By Ron Giofu

It was a soggy start to an anniversary celebration, but the residents of one local neighbourhood didn’t seem to mind.

Despite a steady rain for much of the afternoon, the Amherst Pointe Association celebrated its 100th anniversary as a neighbourhood association last Saturday. The wet weather that occurred for the morning and much of the afternoon didn’t dampen anyone’s enthusiasm and many of the neighbours still celebrated “Amherst Pointe Day” outdoors.

Quoits, children’s games and just enjoying each other’s company were done in the rain and in local houses, covered patios and garages, though they were able to enjoy some sunshine later in the day.

Nicole Keogh, president of the Amherst Pointe Association, said the roots of the community started with the residents of three streets – Mickle Dr. Scott Dr. and Woodbridge Dr. The latter two streets are named for the founders of Amherst Pointe by a pair of doctors.

“We were founded in 1923 by two fellow Americans,” said Keogh. “They were cottagers that came here.”

They purchased a portion of the Mickle Farm and the area expanded over the years.

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