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Spotlight on agriculture at Farmers of Uxbridge event DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
OFF AND RUNNING: There was a full slate of events at the 86th annual Caesarea Regatta over the weekend, including the Under-17 marathon. For more photos of the Regatta, please see Page 11 of this week’s Standard. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
Multiple drug charges laid in Project Bermuda BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: One Scugog resident is facing serious trafficking charges, after the months-long Project Bermuda drug investigation culminated in the arrest of 24 suspects last week. Spear-headed by Durham Regional Police Service, search warrants led to the seizure of cocaine, hashish and marijuana valued at $270,000, eight firearms, two prohibited weapons, and $100,000 in cash.
Allesandro Saltarelli, a 27 year-old Scugog resident, has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking MDMA, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Psilocybin, Proceeds of Crime Over $5000, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, and Trafficking Cocaine. From other suspects, police also seized several vehicles used for criminal activity, a trailer and a boat. The total number of charges laid now sits at 153.
Project Bermuda began in February, after weapons and drugs were discovered in an Oshawa residence. The investigation since grew to encompass street-level drug dealers across Durham Region. The DRPS were assisted by other police services during a series of raids conducted in Toronto, York Region, Pontypool and Bancroft. A list of those charged during this projectcan be viewed online at www.drps.ca/internet_explorer/whatsnew/whatsnew_view.
asp?ID=28414. Of the 24 people charged, 18 are from Durham Region, six are female, 18 are male, with ages ranging from 16 to 56 years-old. “We are not releasing anything more than the original information, as these cases are now before the courts,” said Dave Selby of the DRPS. Anyone with new information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the D/Sgt. Moote of the DRPS Intelligence Branch at 1-888579-1520, ext. 5805.
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UXBRIDGE: An exciting annual event which aims to shed light on the path food takes between the field and the table will make its return to Uxbridge later this month. On Thursday, August 21, The Farmers of Uxbridge will hold their fifth annual Farmer’s Information Night at the Uxbridge Arena Hall, located at 291 Brock St. W. from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with more than 30 farm exhibitors taking part offering demonstrations, educational information and farm products available for purchase The event has grown tremendously from the first event was held at the Uxbridge Music Hall in 2010 to feature a host of different local farmers. “We had over 700 attendees last year,” event organizer Pat Mikuse told The Standard. “When it started, we were hoping there would be an interest in the community. But, I can’t say that I thought that it would grow like it has and bring in so many people not only from Uxbridge, but from other areas as well.” Admission to this event is free and visitors will be able to interact with several different local farmers and discover what they grow, how they grow it and where to buy great local produce direct from the farmers. In addition to the meet-and greet portion of the evening, visitors will be able to scour an assortment of tables displaying the types of local products available direct from area farmers including, corn, soy, wheat, beef and sheep among many others. T U R N TO PAG E 4
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Thurs., August 7, 2014 Pioneer Day- Sunday, August 10th from 11 am to 4 pm at the Scugog Shores Museum. Step back in time for the day – visit www.scugogshoresmuseum.com for details. MEETINGS, PROCLAMATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS Council / Committee Meeting Schedule
• Council will be in recess until Monday, August 25th.
The Scugog Accessibility Advisory Committee’s “Tip the Hat”
The “Tip the Hat” was awarded to the Blackstock Recreation Complex at the grand reopening ceremony on July 24th. The award was presented by Edie Forysth, Chair of the Committee, who expressed congratulations for the recent accessible renovations therefore allowing all individuals to participate in events held at this facility.
PUBLIC NOTICES Animal Shelter Closed on Weekends
Please be advised that the Uxbridge/Scugog Animal Control Centre will be closed on weekends until further notice. If you have any questions, please contact Animal Control at 905-985-9547.
Public Notice - Filming
Please be advised that the Township of Scugog requires that pre-approvals be granted for any commercial filming operation occurring within the Township. A Film Permit will only be issued in accordance with other applicable by-laws, including but not limited to, by-laws governing noise, road closures, fireworks, and fees and charges. The Township of Scugog encourages filming and photography within the municipality, and looks forward to accommodating any future projects. For further information regarding filming/photography in the Township, please contact the Clerk’s Department.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Part Time Temporary Animal Control Assistant
The Uxbridge – Scugog Animal Control Centre has an employment opportunity for a Part Time Temporary Animal Control Assistant. Hours: Saturday and Sunday 8:30am – 12pm, Monday 9am – 5pm and filling in for staff when required and possible after hour emergency calls. Visit www.scugog.ca (Employment Opportunities) to view the posting including qualifications. Resumes will be accepted until August 15th, 2014 at 4:30 pm and can be mailed or dropped off at: Uxbridge – Scugog Animal Control Centre, Attention Victoria McWhirter, 1360 Reach Street, Port Perry, ON, L9L 1B2 Phone 905-985-9547 Fax 905-985-2015, or by email at sheltervic@bellnet.ca.
2014 / 2015 Concession Booth Staff – Student Employment Opportunity
The Township of Scugog has an employment opportunity for Concession Booth Staff (students) available from September 2014 to April 2015 within the Community Services Department. Visit www.scugog.ca to view the complete posting which includes the responsibilities and qualifications. Please submit your resume addressed to Lisa Fitton, Assistant to the CAO, Township of Scugog, 181 Perry St., PO Box 780, Port Perry, ON L9L 1A7. Email: lfitton@scugog.ca or fax to 905-985-9914. Consideration will only be given to resumes received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2014.
RECREATION Scugog Arena – Early Ice Schedule
The Arena at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre will offer an Early Ice Schedule from August 25th to the 29th.
BY-LAW E-COMPLAINTS
Please be advised that the Township of Scugog now accepts complaints via e-mail. By-law complaints may be forwarded to bylaw@scugog.ca. Please note that all complaints must include the following: • Description of the Complaint • Location of the Complaint • Complainants Information • Name • Address • Phone Number For further information please visit the Municipal Law Enforcement section of the Township of Scugog website. www.scugog.ca/Municipal_Law_Enforcement.185.php.
Nestleton Community Hall – Booking Rentals & Caretaking Services
The Nestleton Community Hall Committee is seeking local individual(s) to perform duties of booking rentals and caretaking/ cleaning of the Nestleton Hall facility. Interested people should contact Cecille for further information at 905-242-9057.
Bridge Closure – Scugog Line 8 - Important Notice
Scugog Line 8 from Highway 7/12 to Old Simcoe Road will be closed for bridge repair until further notice. For information please contact the Township of Scugog Public Works Department at 905-985-7346 x112 or e-mail works@scugog.ca.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Call for Entry – Gateway Sign / Structure
The Township of Scugog, through the Public Arts Advisory Committee, requests proposals, for the design of a Gateway Sign / Structure to be erected at the west entrance to Port Perry, along Highway 7A, specifically 1540 Highway 7A, Port Perry, Ontario. As per the Township’s requirements, the gateway sign / structure will meet not only the specific project requirements, but also the requirements, regulations and approval of the Ministry of Transportation. The artist / design team for the work will be determined through a call for entry process, coordinated by the Scugog Council for the Arts, with the final entries being reviewed and the artist / design team selected by the Scugog Council for the Arts, the BIA, the Township of Scugog, the Public Arts Advisory Committee and Smart Centres. Deadline for entries is August 15, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. Questions regarding the Call for Entry can be directed to the Public Arts Advisory Committee at 905-985-7346 ext. 120 or lburnett@scugog.ca.
EVENTS Saturday, August 9th Cries will be held in Palmer Park (Port Perry), at the gazebo at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday, August 10th Cries will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Post Office on Queen St., Port Perry.
Pioneer Day – Sunday, August 10th
Step back in time to the 19th century as you stroll through the Museum Village (16210 Island Rd, Port Perry) for Pioneer Day on Sunday, August 10th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Meet the blacksmith and the woodwright, try out the printing press and write on a school slate. Heritage demonstrations, exhibits, children’s games, crafts and more. Visit www.scugogshoresmuseum.com for details.
Brits on the Lake – Sunday, August 10th
The Port Perry BIA will host the 6th Annual ‘Brits on the Lake’ Classic British Motor Show, along Queen Street in Port Perry on Sunday, August 10th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. visit www.discoverportperry.ca for event details.
21st Annual Aquarama – August 17th
The Rotary Club will host the 21st annual Aquarama on Lake Scugog (Palmer Park, Port Perry) on Sunday, August 17th. For information on how you can participate and/or to place a pledge visit www.aquarama.ca.
Driftwood Theatre Group, presents The Tempest on August 17th at the Scugog Shores Museum
The award winning Driftwood Theatre returns to the Museum Village (16210 Island Rd., Port Perry) to present their outdoor pay-what-you-can theatre event on Sunday, August 17th from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m. Visit www.scugogshoresmuseum.com for more information.
Blackstock Demolition Derby – August 22nd
Demolition Derby will be held at the Blackstock Fairground on Friday, August 22nd starts at 8:00 p.m. Visit the event website for details www.blackstockfair.ca.
Blackstock Fair – August 23rd
The annual Blackstock Fair will be held on Saturday, August 23rd visit www.blackstockfair.ca for complete fair details.
Movie in the Park – August 28th
The regular ice schedule will begin September 7th.
Splash Pad in Palmer Park
The splash pad is open daily for the 2014 summer season from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Birdseye Pool Tim Horton’s Free Swims
Wednesday, August 13th: 5-7 pm Wednesday, August 20th: 5-7 pm Please visit our website www.scugog.ca for a current schedule on swimming times. We are still accepting registration for swimming lessons, many weeks to choose from, at a very low cost.
EVENTS Sunday Evening Concerts in the Park
Each Sunday evening throughout the summer there will be Concerts at the Gazebo in Palmer Park (Port Perry). Concert starts at 7:00 p.m. bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music. August 17th – Old Tyme Favourites August 24th – Yesterday Again August 31st – Swing Tyme Tunes
The Township of Scugog and the Durham Youth Council is preparing to celebrate the back-to-school season. Join us in Palmer Park, Port Perry on Thursday, August 28th for our 3rd Annual Movie in the Park. Starting at dusk (8:00pm to 8:30pm) the free event will feature the presentation of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 on a 25-foot inflatable screen. The evening in beautiful Palmer Park is complete with Vos’ popcorn and Domino’s Pizza in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham. Organizers are reminding movie-goers to dress for the weather as well as seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so an early arrival is recommended. Enjoy the movie with your entire family, but we are notifying parents that the movie is rated PG-13, and that parental discretion is advised. The Township of Scugog’s Movie in the Park will not proceed in the event of adverse weather conditions; however a rain date has been set for Friday August 29h. For more information visit www.scugog.ca or contact Myriam Yacoob at 905-985-7346 x 152, email: myacoob@scugog.ca.
2014 Port Perry Fair – August 30th to September 1st
The annual Port Perry Fair runs Labour Day weekend starting on Saturday, August 30th at 12:00 p.m. for complete fair details visit www.portperryfair.com.
The Port Perry Farmers’ Market – Saturday’s 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Discover the local difference at the Port Perry Farmers’ waterfront market every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Palmer Park Parking Lot # 3 (Water St., Port Perry). For more information visit www.portperryfarmersmarket.ca.
Ontario Guild of Town Criers Provincial Championship – August 9th & 10th Port Perry is the host community for the upcoming Ontario Guild of Town Crier Provincial Championship. You are encouraged to attend the events as a provincial champion is crowned.
Municipal Offices 181 Perry Street, PO Box 780 Port Perry, ON, L9L 1A7 Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Phone: 905-985-7346 / Fax: 905-985-9914 After Hours Township Road Issues: 905-434-2173 Email: mail@scugog.ca Website: www.scugog.ca
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Thursday, August 7, 2014 • 3 The Township of Uxbridge’s Circus Camp wraps up in the Elgin Park bandshell. Participants recieved awards, played exciting games and even threw some pies at their councillors. Youth in the camp learned magic tricks, how to walk on stilts, and how to put on a circus performance. Week 7 begins on August 11 for all Uxbridge Township camps, please call 905-852-7831 for more information. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
Expansion underway for Scugog Island gas station BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: With increasing fuel prices and automated service, paying at the pumps feels like highway robbery to many North Durham residents. However, one Scugog Island gas station is striving to improve the perception and convenience of fueling up. Phil Edgar, owner of FillUp Fuels on Island Rd., is happy to announce the expansion of his popular full service gas bar - with plans to complete the project later this month. Sparked by increased attendance and a steady stream of customers, additions to the gas station will include two new pumps servicing three grades of gasoline, and a 30 foot expansion of the exisiting canopy roof. “For many people these days, going to a gas station isn’t a very positive experience - we hope to change that,” said Mr. Edgar. “We’re trying to bring back the old-school gas
bar philosophy, by providing fast, friendly and personal service.” The gas station could be considered a local success story for Scugog Island. Since opening in June of 2012, gas-tanks have been filled on a nearly constant basis. In just two short years, Fill-Up Fuels has outgrown itself, and lines of vehicles waiting for the pumps often spill on to Island Rd. “For many people, time is money - with additional pumps and full-service, we can keep an extra twelve cars moving through every five
minutes,” said Mr. Edgar. Fill-Up Fuels also makes large donations to the Baagwaating Community Association, and sponsors local baseball and hockey teams. When the Port Perry MoJacks needed new equipment, Mr. Edgar gladly donated new hockey bags to support the team. “The people of Scugog support us with their business, so I like to do businesses locally and give back to the community,” said Mr. Edgar. “We can’t change the high-prices of fuel, but we can do our best to make our customers happy.”
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A young visitor gets an up close look at a myotonic or ‘fainting goat’ during last year’s Farmers of Uxbridge event. The Farmers of Uxbridge returns for its fifth annual celebration of everything agricultural on Thursday, Aug. 21 at STANDARD FILE PHOTO Uxbridge Arena from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Farmers and the Durham West 4-H Club to provide a glimpse at youth initatives in agriculture. “Both groups will be joining us to show the progression of farmers.
It’s a family thing, so we try and appeal to all ages,” said Ms. Mikuse. Join the Farmers of Uxbridge on Thursday, August 21, for a memorable experience where the pos-
sibilities for excitement are always growing. For more information on this fun and informative exhibition, please contact Pat Mikuse at 905852-0206.
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NORTH DURHAM BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly A warm welcome home again is extended to Hazel Coates, who has sufficiently recovered from the stroke she suffered to return home. Keep up your good recovery Hazel. What strange weather patterns we are having recently! A devastating hail storm struck various parts of Scugog doing extensive damage to crops last Friday. The 14th annual Bailey/Corden golf tournament was played at Canterbury Common with ten participants taking part. The coveted green jacket was won by Elaine Baily. Everyone enjoyed a delicious barbeque and pot luck at Pete and Christie King’s home. Taylor King golfed with the group for the first time. The next Fair Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 13, at the Old Town Hall, when plans for the Fair, Demolition Derby and entertainment will be finalized. Now is the time for you to attend if you are interested in helping.
A backyard wedding shower for Darcee Grove and Justin Shinn will be held on Sunday, August 10 from 1 to 3 p.m., at Trish and Steve Thompson’s home at 3360 Beacock Rd. Monetary donations may be given to Sharon Goulding, Maggie VanCamp, Kelly Gatchell or Trish Thompson. The Thompson Clan met at the home of Carol and Rob Mairs at Nestleton. The 24 clan members were from Raleigh (North Carolina), London, Milton, Sudbury, Prince Albert, Janetville, Ayr and Blackstock. Everyone enjoyed a delicious barbeque and pot luck with lots and laughter and reminiscing. Winners of the card party were Ron Middleton, Marion Koppens, Gerry McArthur, Roy Bradburn and Muriel Tenant with Norm Lackner, low. Ken Middleton had the most lone hands. The specials were won by George Koppens, Lorna Edgerton, Alvin Foster and Ellen Gibson.
SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C. LeSaux-Ball The Sunrise Beach Association cordially invites everyone to come out and have some fun at their Annual Family Fun Day. This year it is being held on Saturday, Aug. 23, the fun begins at about noon. Like every year, bring your own chairs and coolers. There will a barbecuse with hamburgers, hot dogs and corn on the cob. In addition, there will be lots of games for both adults and children with prizes, with horseshoes and maybe a tug of war. There will also be a Silent Auction, with excellent items up for bid. then ends with a big Fireworks display, The park is located on the Island, off of Island Rd., on to Chandler Dr., down to Davridge watch for signs. Everyone
is welcome to attend this yearly event. This past weekend, call to worship was called by the Rev. Michelle Hofman, a warm and friendly welcome went out to those who attended the service. The message was: “Wrestling God”. Thanks and appreciation goes out to Doug and Susie Baird for Scripture readings, and thanks and appreciation goes out to Maureen and Oram for providing the refreshments at time for fellowship. Weather permitting on Sunday, Aug. 10, there will be a outdoor service at church, please bring your own chairs On Sunday, Aug. 24, the Scugog Island United Church will be hosting the Annual Chicken BBQ, tickets are now available.
Serving times are 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $17.50 per adult and children ages 6 to 12 $5. For tickets, please call Anna Specley at 905-985-2911 or Betty Ann Freeman at 905-985-3863, remember tickets usually sell fast so order yours today. Happy Birthdays this week goes out to Davita Marsden on the 3rd; Rasunah Marsden on the 4th; Michelle Paquette, Bonnie Gerrow and Kevin McCready all on the 8th and Allen Ashkewe on the 9th, and happy birthday to anyone I may have missed, have a great week. We are into August so enjoy what summer we have left. For Island news submissions, I can be reached at 905-985-7662 by phone, or jc.lesaux@ me.com by e-mail.
Zone. An interdenominational church service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday morning in the historic Fifth Line church. Admission is only $6 for adults and children (12 and under) are free. Friday, August 29 IODE Butter Tarts and Pies will be on sale at the Leaskdale Store from noon to 8 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will go towards the IODE continuing to support local charities. Saturday, August 30 The Zephyr Community Centre is holding a garage/ trunk sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check out the Garage, empty the closets, check the sizes on the clothes. There is no charge for sites, just need to have participants registered so we can figure out the layout. Organizers will have some tables available, but if you can bring your own and also shelters to use that would be great. Registartion is needed by August 15th, so either Georgie Sheard at 905-473-7511/georgie@sheard. net or June Archibald at 905473-5713/bobjunearchibald@ gmail.com to register. The Community Centre Board will be cooking up a great barbeque, with hamburgs, sausage and child size hotdogs. we will also have drinks available. So don’t bring your lunch, all funds raised from the food will be used for upgrades to the hall. Every Thursday * Uxbridge Cruise-In at Elgin Park, starting at 4:30 p.m., and running until dusk. Hundreds of cars on display as well as live
music and refreshments. Enter via Elgin Park Dr. * Sparks level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. info: 905986-1803. * Guides level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., info: 905-986-1803. * Pathfinders level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. info: 905-986-1803. * Pickleball, 9 a.m. - noon, Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Perry. Every Friday * AA Meeting, 8 p.m., Caesarea Community Hall, Reg. Rd. 57, (beside firehall), 905-728-1020. * Brock Township Public Library, Cannington Branch, Fall Storytime 11 a.m., three to six-year-olds. * Brock Township Public Library, Beaverton Branch, Tales for Twos 10:30 a.m. two-year-olds. 1st Wednesday of Month Join IODE Susie Sorabji Chapter evenings during spring and fall, morning during winter months, info: www. iode.ca or 905-852-7084. 1st and 3rd Thursdays Meditation sessions, at Siloam Hall, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., bring comfortable cushions, cost is donation, info: 905-852-9974 or www.invitationtomeditation.ca. 1st Sunday of Month Music Fest, we are always looking for new talent, info: Jo 905-852-6487. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays Port Perry Rug Hookers Group, Upstairs at Vos, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 905-985-1198.
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CAESAREA by Eleanor Colwell Caesarea Christian Church would like to invite all boys and girls from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8 to join us at the church from August 18 to 22. Shari will be back to lead us in songs, games, crafts, stories and challenge them to Dare to be Different. Please call Pastor Mary at 905985-0971 to let us know how many to plan for and any further details. Blackstock & District Lions Club Our Lions members are gearing up for the Musician’s Corn Roast on Sunday, August 17. In case you missed the address, the event will be held at Paul & Charlene Wasson’s, located at 4790 McKee Rd., off Regional Rd. 57 in Blackstock. Admission is $10 at the gate, with children un-
Sunday, August 10 As part of the Brits on the Lake celebration in downtown Port Perry, the Church of the Ascension, located at 274 North St., will be holding a Today English Cream Tea from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. August 11-15 Greenbank and Seagrave United Church VIBE Summer Camp for ages 4 to 12. Greenbank mornings (call Debbie at 905985-2090. Seagrave afternoons (call Betty at 905-985-3595). * Uxbridge Community Sports Camp to be held at Quaker Village PS and hosted by Living Water Community Church from 8:30 am. to 4 p.m., for ages six to 13. Cost is $105 per camper. Registration forms are available at www.livingwateruxbridge.ca. For further details, call 905852-2059. Sunday, August 17 Greenbank Cemetary service at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 24 Chicken Barbecue at the Scugog Island United Church. Tickets are $17.50 for adults, and $5 for kids between six and 12. For tickets, call Anna Spencley at 905-985-2911 or Betty Ann Freeman at 905-985-3863. Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24 Heritage Days will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Uxbridge Historical Centre, located at 7239 Conc. 6 in Uxbridge. There will be tractors, antique cars, entertainment and food for sale. Kids can take part in a passport challenge and check out the Kids
der 12 admitted for free, if accompanied by an adult. This year promises to be great with a mix of country music by some of Ontario’s best artists, professional and alike. The Blackstock and Port Perry Lions will be setting up their food and refreshment booths to serve you. Come out and enjoy our 27th anniversary of the Musician’s Corn Roast. Remember to pack sun screen, a hat and a chair. Watch upcoming editions of this column for details of our annual Walk for Dog Guides which is scheduled for Sunday, October 5, at the Blackstock Rec Centre, with registration in the parking lot at noon.
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ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling
SEAGRAVE by Robin Drew & Jean Short Some of the surrounding area received heavy rain and hail last Friday. We hope that damage to crops and property was not extensive. Good news from Hazel Coates... she is home from the hospital and only requires going for therapy twice a week! The U.C.W. is collecting personal items for the Women’s Resource Centre in Kawartha Lakes. These will be delivered in September, please contact Eleanor Sturman at 905-985-7778 for more information. Seagrave Church re-opened on Aug. 3rd. Joan Lee introduced our speaker, Eleanor Sturman, to the congregation. Some from Greenbank Church joined us for the service. Eleanor’s message was about retirement and how we are coping with it. Many from the congregation are in this group. Please keep the Moorhouse Family in your prayers this week. Happy Birthday wishes to Marilyn Puckrin and Rita Prokopchuk. Calendar of Upcoming Events: Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. - Come Walk With Us. Sunday, Aug. 10 at 9:15 a.m. Church featuring Guest Speaker Betty Lou Beacock and Old Tyme Gospel Music. There will be no Coffee Hour this week. Sunday, Aug. 10 Golf Tournament - $35 for the
day, which includes a steak barbecue. If you only wish to golf, the cost is $20. If you only want to attend the BBQ, the cost is $15. Please bring a pot luck salad or dessert and your lawnchairs. For more information, call Rick at 905-985-8383. August 11 to 15 from 1:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. - Seagrave VIBE Program. Please contact 905905-985-3595, 905-985-2489 or 905-985-8856 to pre-register as we need to have the numbers to order supplies. Please save small cardboard boxes, coloured cord or ribbon, pillowcases, coloured duct tape, wide ribbon with wire along the edges or any donation to purchase supplies and snacks. Sunday, Aug. 17 at 9:15 a.m. - Church featuring Guest Speaker Brooke Acton, followed by Coffee Hour at 10:15 a.m. Sunday. Aug. 24 at 9:15 a.m. - Church featuring Guest Speaker Barb Martyn. Tuesday, Aug. 26 - Fourth Line Theatre performance of Wounded Soldiers. Sunday, Aug. 31 at 9:15 a.m. Church featuring Guest Speaker Don Real. Kudos to the people who keep the church web site up to date ... check it out at www.seagrave-church.com. Contact mrsdruske@hotmail.com or grammiejean2010@hotmail.com to put your news in upcoming editions of this column.
GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till With a beautiful, sunny August 1st morning turning to showers, heavy rain, thunder and lightning, mid-afternoon and early evening, Greenbank United Church was still able to host its’ 38th Annual Beef BBQ. Several takeout dinners, the shelter of the pavilion, along with several tents, enables almost 900 people to eat, socialize and listen to “Plan B’s” music. The Barbecue committee sincerely thanks all the work volunteers, all for donations of tents, desserts and pies, Chicken Coop dinner roll donations and any other donations made. A special thank you to you the people who purchased tickets, and came, despite the inclement weather! You have made this year’s barbecue an-
other great success! Greenbank Church is closed from Sunday service throughout the month of August, but Seagrave Church is open to all for the month of August at 9:15 a.m. On Sunday, Aug. 3, Eleanor Sturman provided the message, with daughter Carol Coleman reading the scriptures. Next Sunday August 10, at 9:15 a.m., Betty Lou Beacock will lead the service, highlighting Gospel Music. A reminder to register your child between the ages of 4 to12 year old for the VIBE camp, running from August 11 to 15, between 9 a.m. and noon. There is also a need for volunteer help, (teens and kitchen help) please call Debbie Ward 905-985-2090 or Mindy Richardson 905-985-
3419 for more information. The cost of the camp is $10 for the week for stories, crafts, games, music and snacks. Call Dianne to volunteer food at 905-985-3745. The Tennis/Basketball Camp registration forms for the August 11 to 15 (mornings) for ages 6 to 14, are at Greenbank Store, and the registration fee of $80, should be made payable to Greenbank Centennial Hall (Note Change). Drop off at Nancy Rensink’s by calling 905-985-4223. Congratulations to Lisa and Bill Conard on the safe arrival of their second daughter, Eadie Anne, on July 30, a wee sister for Avary. Grandparents Suzanne and Barry Lee, and Jane and Delmar Mantifel, are delighted with their new grandchild, and have been visiting.
Wasn’t that some storm last week? Once more, we here in Scott/Uxbridge have been lucky as some farmers in south Scugog lost entire crops of corn and soya beans, with trees deleaved and other damage from huge hailstones. We too got hail, but much smaller. Even the torrential rain and strong winds didn’t do much damage except in passing. A few of my heavier flower heads got broken but that was minor. Looking ahead, the weather office predicts more dull and damp days, not great for those of us looking to find butterflies and dragonflies, which need plenty of sun. Friday Night at the Foster was full of exquisite harmony as the Pineridge Chorus Sweet Adelines performed. The larger group was joined by SLAM, a quartette which at one point received a standing ovation. The chorus director was also a part of this super harmonic assembly. Their final joint rendition was “Can You Feel the Love” and was dedicated to musician Cynthia Nidd who is in hospital. Our best wishes go out to her. August is a very busy month. This Sunday is the annual Asling Family Reunion, to be held at Ianson Park in Greenbank. The family arrived in Canada in 1819 and in Greenbank area in 1830, as many other pioneer families settled there. Consequently there are family connections with almost all of those families since most had large families and intermarriage common. The eldest daughter settled in Quaker Hill and married a Willson so there are also connections to many families from that area and in Uxbridge itself. Anyone who thinks they may have the tiniest connection is welcome to attend and find out. We care besieged with information about World War 1 these days, and I have learned many things I didn’t know before from newspapers, magazines and internet but there are some great sources close to home. One is the Heritage Centre/Uxbridge-Scott Museum with its exhibit focusing on those individuals from Uxbridge and surrounding countryside and at the Historic Church in Leaskdale, where they too have set up a display. Conrad Boyce’s play “Bohemian at War”, on at the museum throughout the summer, takes a different look at the war; as does the one-woman play taken from Lucy Maud Mongomery’s diaries about her feeling when young Leaskdale and Zephyr men go to battle. Don’t forget the Heritage Days event at the Uxbridge Historical Centre on the weekend of Aug,23 and 24. Help is needed! Church resumes at Sandford on Sept.7, featuring guest speaker Karen Croxall.
EPSOM & UTICA by Shari Kerry Condolences from the community go out to Sharon Spencer and family in the recent passing of her mother. Services for the month of August are at Utica United Church, starting at 9:30 a.m. Greeters are Darlene Christie and Elva Kerry. Hayden Kerry was invited by Mary Holt to sing at Port Perry United Church last Sunday. Hayden sang ‘How Great Thou Art’ with her guitar, and sang two duets with Mary, ‘Flying Free’ and ‘He’. I am always looking to share your Epsom and Utica news, so please send me an e-mail by 7 p.m. on Sunday evenings - gandskerry@andrewswireless.net.
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SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, August 10 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman
ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The feature car from this past week’s Uxbridge Cruise In is a 1967 Camaro owned by Nestleton’s Glenn Ball. The Cruise In is held every Thursday, startSUBMITTED PHOTO ing at 4:30 p.m. at Elgin Park.
Barn Owl Tea - unique brews BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
UXBRIDGE: There’s something brewing in Uxbridge, with the launch of The Barn Owl Tea Co. by a local husband and wife duo. Ethan and Sara Zon, fresh from their official launch at the Highlands of Durham Games, embarked on their largely web-based endeavour to provide customers with affordable, fine, loose-leaf teas. The Zons, along with their 16-month-old daughter, have a longstanding love of fine teas, and decided to turn their hobby into a business venture, making their taste available to all, minus the white gloves and fancy atitude.
“My wife’s family are all tea-drinkers,” said Ethan. “In their house, tea is the crux of every meal and every conversation - it goes nicely with my background in wine-tasting, we both know how to appreciate an excellent cup of tea.” While they hope to grow into a storefront in the future, the Zon family is offering their wares on-line at www.BarnOwlTea.com, and is hoping to become known in the local community, as they live on Church St. in Uxbridge. The site features more than 24 unique varieties of tea, hand picked and tasted by Ethan and Sara. “We literally drank hun-
dreds of cups of tea and spent weeks finding the right suppliers, with the quality we wanted for our customers,” said Ethan. Hoping to dispel the mysterious perception of loose leaf tea, the couple has made easy to understand tasting and brewing notes for each and every tea. “We’ve got strong black teas for breakfast, delicate green and white teas for serving cold, flavourful teas for bartending or cooking - there’s no limit to how people can use our tea,” said Ethan. Visit www.BarnOwlTea. com and use coupon code BOTGO10, for a ten-per cent discount until August 31.
319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, August 10 Service at 10 a.m. Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry Father Marco Testa MASS SATURDAY - 5 p.m. SUNDAY - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. For Mass through the week call the Parish at 905-985-7071
14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday August 10, 10 a.m. Nursery and Sunday School (Anglican Network in Canada) All are Welcome.
(905) 982-2064 or newsongadmin@powergate.ca
PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH
2210 Hwy. 7A (at Island Rd.) 905-985-8681 www.portperrybaptist.ca Rev. Jim Clemens, Sr. Pastor Join us for worship this week: SUNDAY SERVICES 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Worship Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all
HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Hope Church
Pastor Bernhard VanderVlis SUNDAYS at 10 a.m. Mid-week programs for youth and adults! 14480 Old Simcoe Rd. (Between 7A and Prince Albert) 905-985-9307 hopechurch@powergate.ca www.hopeforportperry.ca
VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE 593 Alma St., Port Perry,
Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net Tuesday Youth Meeting and “HEARTBEAT” after school program Friday - 7:00 p.m. Revival Service Come expecting to have a God encounter Join us Sunday Mornings at 10 a.m. Prayer 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES
UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH
20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com Sunday, August 10 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m. COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS
SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
70 Toronto St. North Uxbridge Father John Duffy Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 9 and 11 a.m. Confessions Saturday 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. For Mass through the week call office 905-852-6944
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION
(Anglican Church of Canada)
Minister Rev. John Anderson
266 North St., Port Perry Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com Nursery Services Not Available during August
Sunday, August 10
9th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 am Morning Prayer “Brits on the Lake English Tea”
PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES
Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801 SUNDAY, August 10 Port Perry United Church 294 Queen St., Port Perry 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship Prince Albert United Church Worshipping with Port Perry in July & August, reopening September 7th Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com
A PLACE OF HOPE!
Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766
revpaul@andrewswireless.net www.greenbankchurch.com
Join us on Sunday morning at 10 a.m. A contemporary worship experience in a relaxed environment.
Staff: Dr. Fred Penney, Lead Pastor Brenna Cruickshank, Children’s Ministry Director 1680 Reach Street. - 905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca Emmanuel Community Church: ‘Reaching up to God; Reaching out to our Community,’
VIBE Summer Camp Aug. 11-15 - Greenbank Church Mornings 9-12pm - Seagrave Church Afternoons 130-430pm
SUNDAY, August 10
Guest Speaker - Betty Lou Beacock
Greenbank (Will be closed for the month of August)
Please join us for service at Seagrave United Church
Seagrave (In the beautiful Hamlet of Seagrave) 9:15 am Service
Website: www.seagrave-church.com Everyone is Welcome Children’s Time with Services
To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985
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EDITORIAL The election marathon In a rare occurrence at this time of year, there is no news regarding the upcoming municipal election in this week’s edition of The Standard. In municipal politics, the election race closely resembles a marathon, as the process plays out over the course of almost 10 months, with candidates eligible to declare on Jan. 2, and the election not taking place until Oct. 27. It doesn’t seem like it has to be this way. After all, federal election periods typically last five weeks, with provincial elections taking up even less time, at four weeks. So, why is the lowest branch of government saddled with such a huge time frame for campaigns? When campaigns drag on for almost a year, it’s almost to be expected that voters will tune out a lot of what is being said. It’s only after Labour Day with summer in the rearview mirror that people seem to turn their attention back to municipal elections and what those running for office have to say. So, why not have the campaign start after Labour Day and run through the end of October? It worked that way for generations and no one seemed to mind. This would seemingly give new candidates ample time to get their message out, while allowing those already in office to devote more of their time to the matters they were elected to handle in the first place. If most people don’t start paying attention until September, wouldn’t it make the most sense to have the election period start after Labour Day? Or is that just too practical?
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Knights’ yard sale a success Looking to support local farmers To the Editor, The Knights of Columbus from Immaculate Conception Church in Port Perry send out a big Thank you to all of our generous and supportive community members, who made our Spring Yard Sale a great success. Members of our church and many neighbourhood yard sales, donated unsold items to our event. Together as a community we have raised $9,600 as financial resources to carry out our community projects. The largest portion of our finan-
cial support is in support of Operation Scugog, to assist the needy families in our township. We send our thanks to the many local businesses who provided us with resources and assistance before, during and after the yard sale. We start getting ready for the next yard sale on May 23, 2015.
Al Gabriel Yard Sale Coordinator Knights of Columbus Port Perry
To the Editor, How nice it would be if other local store followed in Vos’ footsteps and sold more local products supporting our local farmers. The other stores seem to mostly sell eggs from the United States. That would be fine with me if we didn’t have any chickens laying eggs here in Canada, and more specifically in Ontario. I spoke with managers in several local stores about this issue, and they all gave me the same answer. “We sell what is shipped to us.” I used to buy Wasco dates from the Bargain Shop before it went out of business earlier this year, which were grown in California. Many stores in the area only sell dates from Iran, and for personal reasons, I refuse to buy dates from Iran. Well, so be it. If I don’t want it, I don’t have to buy it. I just wish everyone would pay attention to what they are buying and where it was grown. M. Sloane Port Perry
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The British return, for annual Brits on the Lake car show SCUGOG: Downtown Port Perry will be roaring with activity on Sunday, Aug. 10, as the fabulous ‘Brits on the Lake’ Classic Motoring Revival returns to the shores of Lake Scugog. Running from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., the fifth annual Revival promises to be one of the best British car/bike/ commercial events that visitors will ever experience on this side of the Atlantic Ocean. The Revival is really a magical step back in time, a unique chance to revel in the glamour and allure of classic British motoring set in the romantic time capsule of the post-war era. The event evokes strong memories of carefree times, the swinging sixties and exuberant seventies when flash and style converged with the British Invasion, not just in music but in cars and motorcycles too. The Revival is fast becoming the country’s most popular all-British motoring meet and it is perfectly at home and seemingly fused with the historic Port Perry streetscape. Attending the Revival is an overpowering way to relive the glory days of sporting British cars and motorcycles and it is most likely the biggest street party of its kind. Brits on the Lake offers car owners, enthusiasts, visitors and shopkeepers the opportunity to leave the ‘modern world’ behind and enjoy the magic of the historic streetscape, the glamour of visitors costumed in period fashion and the rolling beauty of classic British engineering and
design. Everyone that sets foot on the street enters onto the stage that is Queen St. If you like, in fact, you’re encouraged to let nostalgia overwhelm you and to join us in vintage clothing, helping to turn the clock back. Don’t be afraid to get up close to the cars. The owners love to show off their lovely machines. You can join in on the ‘peoples choice judging’ and vote for your favourites. The ‘Brits on the Lake Classic Motoring Revival’ delivers all of the nostalgia and beauty associated with classic British family saloon cars, sports cars, motorcycles and commercials in a perfect fit with the charming atmosphere of Queen and Water Streets in Port Perry. Plan to make a weekend of it and join in the fun of the Saturday events. You will enjoy the freedom of the open road offered by the ‘Wing Commander’s Rally Tour’. It is both a salute to himself, Nigel Shiftright, Automotive Anachronism and a fun romp through the countryside surrounding Port Perry and Lake Scugog. The Standard is proud to once again be the sponsor of the ‘Best Dressed’ contest as part of Brits on the Lake. For more information about the event, please visit www.britsonthelake.com.
Walk Softly Geoff carpentier
Squirrels can fly too A few days ago I was walking up my driveway at dawn and noticed a clumsy looking squirrel walking ahead of me. At first I thought it was simply a common Red Squirrel that might have hurt itself, but soon realized it was something very different -- a flying squirrel. I always suspected they would live here, as our property is well-wooded and borders large green spaces, but I never thought I’d find my first one strolling on my driveway! Well, it’s not as far-fetched as one might think for, of the two species of flying squirrel in Ontario, the one found here walks a lot. Both the Northern and the Southern Flying Squirrel occur in Ontario, but in our area we would only expect the former species. The Northern is slightly larger and darker in colour and can be distinguished by looking at the base of the hairs on the belly – a bit too “up close and personal” perhaps! Preferring mixed coniferous or evergreen forests, our area is ideal for them. The Northern Flying Squirrel is a medium sized squirrel, larger than a Red and smaller than a Gray (Black) Squirrel. Its fur is more grizzled and is a cinnamon brown colour on the back. The tail is flattened and used as a rudder in flight, but of course the most distinguishing feature is the “wings”. Well actually, not wings at all, but flaps of skin, designed to catch the wind and let it glide long distances as it launches forth into the night. Nocturnal in nature, they are superb climbers and expert gliders, moving freely from tree to tree – sometimes travelling as much as 50 meters without touching down. They nest in trees of course, but prefer to use tree cavities in the winter and stick nests in the summer. The latter, called drays, are very similar to those used by our familiar Gray Squirrels. Either way, they stay cozy during the summer and winter days, and relatively safe from predators. Food consists of nuts, fungi, fruits, tree lichens, cones, seeds, buds, leaves, birds and their
How wild should our wilderness be? Canadians love the great outdoors and parks. Our wild areas are a large part of what defines us as a nation. From the fjords of Newfoundland to the shores of Thunder Bay and the towering forests of British Columbia, our natural spaces are our monuments - it’s what comes to mind when you think of Canada. Even TV commercials will often feature rolling praries or our slice of the Rockies when they want to invoke a feeling of Canadiana. The same can be said of our provincial and national parks. The endless lakes and wild wolves of Algonquin, the raw nature of B.C.’s Hornby Island, and the thousands of destinations in between where Canadians go to flee an urban lifestyle and unplug, unwind, and reconnect with wilderness. A lot of questions have been raised in the media lately, not regarding the value of our natural wonders and parks, but on how we choose to enjoy them. The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society has recently sent out a report, which is raising alarm over wild places across the nation. The report cites budget cuts, improper planning in new development, and the influx of commercial products as the reason campgrounds, and the animals in them, are under threat. There are two very strong sides to this story - one argues that WiFi in the woods, pre-built tents and hot dog stands on the beach will attract more crowds who are not so comfortable with roughing it, while making parks
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more accessible to those with young children, or seniors who have enjoyed the great outdoors their entire lives and need proper trails to hike along. The other hand says that being able to check Twitter while roasting a S’more entirely defiles the concept behind heading into the woods to throw off the shackles of a digital age. They say ‘if you need a personal shower and satellite TV, rent a hotel suite.’ I must admit that I’m struggling with this dilemma myself. I’m planning a camping trip with a group of friends towards the end of August - part of our group enjoys portaging a canoe up a cliff, and some simply want to read a book and bask in the glow of a campfire. Of course, this has lead to a lengthy debate of whether or not we need an electrical site, and just how ‘wild’ we want our slice of wilderness to be. In the end, there was an ixnay on the electricity due to the simple reason of cost - a downside to outfitting and updating an entire campground (with wires, water parks or WiFi) is that the cost doubles across the board. I’ve heard tales that camping used to be free for the most part, and while I have zero qualms with paying a small fee to support running water and the park staff who keep their patrons clean and safe - renting a plot of dirt for a weekend shouldn’t cost as much as a mid-priced hotel room. The difficult part comes in trying to strike a balance between those who want to bring the comforts of home out-
eggs, insects and they even scavenge carcasses of various animals on occasion. They readily store food for a rainy day and are an important contributor to forest ecology as the seeds and cones may germinate when forgotten over time. Their food stores also help other birds and mammals through the tougher parts of the year as many animals will rob them of their cache. Living about five years in the wild, breeding takes place in late March or early April and the three babies are born, blind and helpless, in early May. By the 18th day, they are well furred but their eyes won’t open for another 17 days, so they are still totally dependent on their parents. By the time they are 6 weeks old, they can walk and climb well, but they won’t be weaned for another three weeks. Intestestingly, they are born with a round tail, like most other mammals, but it starts to flatten by about the 5th week. This seems to be a remnant of an evolutionary process where perhaps they arose from non-gliding ancestors. Throughout the north, trappers find the squirrels antics disruptive, for they often raid traps looking for meat scraps. Since the trappers can’t use the fur because it’s too soft, they are deemed to be a nuisance by the trappers and the bodies usually discarded when found. Ask a cottager and a camper however what they think and they will assuredly tell you they are a delight to watch. So now you know not to presume that every squirrel you see is just a common one. Particularly at or near dawn and dusk, watch for these ghostly gliders moving between trees in your favourite woodlot. You might want to check your driveway as well, but I think that’s a bit of a long shot! Geoff Carpentier is a published author, expedition guide and environmental consultant. Visit Geoff on-line at www.avocetnatureservices.com and on Facebook.
Up All Knight Shoot First, Ask Later DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard @darrylknight
doors, and those who seek to leave those comforts back in suburbia. The fact is, our parks, flora, fauna and landscapes are what makes Canada unique - there must be a way to attract more people, while keeping the integrity of protected ecosystems. Some might say that Ontario Parks are some of the only places where endangered species like the Massassauga Rattlesnake can thrive. In fact, I only know that snake exists, the different kinds of rock, or how bats live, because of an amphitheatre program I saw several times as a kid. With the way things are going with parks budgets, I’m afraid I won’t be able to take my neices camping and let them sit on a blanket and stare in awe of the animals on the projection screen, and in the woods around them. Regardless of whether we have WiFi and pavement, or miles of nothing but green and silence - let’s remember to respect our most rustic and adventerous spaces, and the people who visit them. If you’ve never been, take a day pass to your closest campground, or the small towns around them - if we don’t stop and pay attention now, we’ll miss the parks when they’re gone. Just like that Joni Mitchell song.
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Life-sized Lucy Maud sculpture is taking shape UXBRIDGE: Sculptor Wynn Walters continues his work on the life-size clay sculpture of Lucy Maud Montgomery, which was commissioned last year by the Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario (LMMSO). Once completed, the bronze sculpture will be installed at the Historic Church in Leaskdale, where Lucy Maud lived for 15 years and wrote many of her books. The Church is part of the historic site being developed by the Society, which is attracting many visitors from across Canada and internationally. “The sculpture is still in the early stages,” explains Wynn. “The blue sections (arm and head) are the foam armature, which is being clad in clay. The final clay sculpture will then go to a foundry to be cast in bronze. The completed sculpture is expected to be installed in spring 2015.” The Lucy Maud Society is still accepting donations towards fabrication of the sculpture, with an ultimate goal of $60,000. “The funding program is going well, thanks in part to a Trillium grant,” said LMMSO executive member Kathy Wasylenky. “But, we still need more people to help get Lucy Maud completed.” The clay sculpture, nearing completion, will be featured at Wynn’s studio during the upcoming Uxbridge Studio Tour, which is scheduled to take place on Sept. 20 and 21. A WORK IN PROGRESS: Sculptor Wynn Walters (left) works on the lifesize clay sculptre of Lucy Maud Montgomery with Kathy Wasylanky of the LMMSO looking on. The final sculpture in bronze (inset) will be installed at the Historic Church in Leaskdale, where Maud lived for 15 years and wrote many of her books. DAVE WASYLENKY Special to The Standard
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Submissions sought for film festival UXBRIDGE: Attention all budding local filmmakers, the 4th annual Roxy Youth Short Film Festival will be returning to the community next month. The Festival, which is jointly presented by the Roxy Theatres and the Uxbridge Youth Centre is returning for another successful year on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at the downtown Uxbridge theatre. The competition is open to youth between the ages of 13 and 20 and cuts across a
wide range of genres. The films entered are three to 10 minutes in length, and organizers are open to anything. So long as content is accessible to all ages, and copyright laws are respected. The submission deadline for DVDs is Monday, Sept. 15 at the Uxbridge Youth Centre, located at 34 Brock St. West in downtown Uxbridge. Once all entries are submitted, the Top 10 Films will be screened as part of a special Film Festival Night at the Roxy on Wednesday
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HOPE by Vicky Popowich Blackstock resident, Vicky Popowich is well known and respected in the community. She is a modest, spiritual, Christian lady who has been writing poetry since grade four. She didn’t keep her first poem but remembers that it was about Christmas. For many years poems came to her and she wrote them down, but these remained hidden in a box. Life was busy and days were full with a husband and three children to tend to. When Vicky was thirty she experienced severe back problems and was honestly afraid she was going to die. The pain was unbearable and she found herself very depressed. For some reason she ended up reading the poem called “Footprints”. In this poem the writer was asking God why life was so hard. The Lord answered that it is during these hard times in life that He carries us, and that is why at times there is only one set of footprints. Vicky Popowich experienced a spiritual awakening then and there, and she says, “He is the one who has inspired me to write my journey in poetic form. My thanks goes also to the Holy Spirit for the inspiration of these poems, and for continually and sweetly nudging me to get them out of the box.” With coaxing and encouragement “Hope” was published in 2010 by Essence Publishing and printed by Guardian Books. Popowich’s words are serene, deep, profound, moving, inspirational, and wise. I feel sincerely blessed to have had the pleasure to meet her and read her book.
A RED BIRD TOLD ME written and illustrated by Joanna Malcolm Born and raised in Blackstock established Nestleton artist Joanna Malcolm recently spread her wings to write, illustrate, and publish her first children’s book. This high energy mother of six children and grandmother of seven is like a steady breeze of creative fresh-air. Her first book, “A Red Bird Told Me” allows the harmony of nature to provide simple examples of deep life lessons and healthy morals. The story is gentle, positive, and provides subtle examples of “show not tell” for young people. This author became interested in painting ten years ago when a neighbour asked her to help fill up a watercolour class. She opened her “Studio by the Green” in 2004, and gave up a nursing career in 2005 to pursue her passion. “I endeavour to leave a part of whom I am and what I stand for within every painting,” says Joanna Malcolm As an artist she is well known for her signature sunflowers, bright colours, and whimsical style of abstracts in both watercolour and acrylic mediums. Malcolm studied at the Haliburton School of the Arts, but her greatest influences to date have been Brian Atyeo and Claudia McCable. “I paint what I feel on any given day. I use lots of colour and just play, whether with a goal of painting a specific image or letting it evolve purely intuitively. I love what I do!” she says. To order this book or view her artwork visit: www.joannamalcolm.com
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Launched in 2013 this book brings generous portions of food for thought to the table. In “Don’t Be A Donkey” author Chadd McArthur openly and honestly shares hardships, personal experiences, and valuable lessons he has learned during nearly twenty years in the hospitality industry. What really stands out are his genuine qualities of optimism, strength and fortitude delivered in a casual yet animated way. Readers are treated to the pecking order, stresses, dialogue, and adrenalin rush of working in commercial kitchens. Every chapter concludes with a decadent recipe. Amongst McArthur’s quotes is, “There’s just as much to be learned from a bad experience as there is from a good one . . .” He has worked in several world-class Michelin-rated restaurants: Two different Three-Michelin Star restaurants, as well as two other One-Michelin Star restaurants, and learning to perfect the art of cooking from renowned chefs such as Chef Gordon Ramsay of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay. Eventually McArthur became the Sous-Chef at Amaryllis Restaurant; Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant located in Glasgow, Scotland. He also acknowledges valuable experience gained amongst other reputable chefs including: Chef Nico Ladenis, Chef Allan Donald, and Toronto celebrity chef, Chef Massimo Capra. McArthur’s book may leave you hungry for more so be sure to visit www. chefforallseasons.ca Whether you seek a personal chef, event catering, cooking classes or consulting his company specializes in cooking in-home/on-site gourmet dinners for parties of all sizes in the GTA.
RATTLESNAKE FEVER by Lorie Blundon This is a tale that needed to be told, so kudos to Lorie Blundon for taking on the daunting task and delivering an extraordinary first book. I couldn’t put it down. What an excellent title to a sad story of how family secrets combined with jealousy and greed can cause ripple effects for generations. “Rattlesnake Fever” is a fiction novel based on true facts that took place in Warkworth, Ontario in the 1950s. When Grandma Annie gifts Malorie with the court transcript of the preliminary hearing for Uncle Troy’s murder, she gives her explicit instructions not to investigate until after her death. Decades later Grandma Annie dies, and Malorie, now an adult, digs out the transcript and newspaper clippings determined to unravel the conspiracy behind this unresolved mystery. Some claimed he’d been murdered, others saw his death as an accident. Malorie always knew her family was dysfunctional, but she never realized it all stemmed back to dark poison secrets from even before her father’s birth. What Malorie unravels is a trail of abuse, lies, and more questions than answers. Published in 2012, Blundon dedicated this book to her grandmother, Lois Isabel Roberts, who she says taught her strength, determination, courage, and the meaning of what family should be. Currently she resides with her husband and two young adult children in Brooklin, Ontario and hopefully she is working on another valiant story.
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Mention the name ‘Bound’ to a race fan at any Southern Ontario short track and you will be on the receiving end of tales and memories that span nearly sixty years of competition. The Bound family history dates back to the mid-1950s when Mac Bound was a member of stock car racing’s Golden Era. Competing in what would be described today as a Super Modified, Mac Bound faced off against the likes of Jack Greedy, Norm Mackereth and Jimmy Hallahan on his way to a trio of Pinecrest Speedway championships aboard his #83 flathead Ford-powered Mod. After a long and successful career, the helmet was passed along to his son Dan, who carried the family number as he ventured into the TQ Midgets series, a traveling division based out of the Barrie ¼-mile oval. Working and raising a young family somewhat limited Dan’s racing involvement, but it didn’t take long for his sons to become part of the oval track fraternity as first Jody, then Jamie, got behind the wheel of a race car. Explains now 30 year-old Jamie, “Racing was just something we did. My first racing memories were of my mother taking me to the CNE to watch my dad race Bill Cresswell’s Midget. I was about five years old at the time. Even when we didn’t have a car, we were always heading off somewhere to watch racing. We played other sports like hockey, but that was just a filler between racing seasons.” The Bound racing effort was definitely a family affair with all three generations assuming various roles in the preparation and wheeling of the cars. When Jamie first entered into competition, it was at the wheel of a kart with the Toronto Karting Club, running primarily at the Goodwood facility. “We kept it a family thing. My grandfather was the mentor and supervisor, my dad did the wrenching and I was the shoe,” continues Jamie. When the Bound brothers were looking to advance their careers, Jody opted for the familiar TQ Midgets, while Jamie’s sights were set on the somewhat smaller and less sophisticated Hurricane Midgets. The Hurricane Midgets are described as ‘over-sized go-karts’ but with a mandatory, and often necessary, full roll cage. These ¼-scale sprint car style karts weigh in at about 450 pounds (less driver) and are powered by 440 cc snowmobile engines
Uxbridge’s Jamie Bound has been tearing up racetracks across the province this summer as part of the Hurricane Midgets series, currently leading the overall point standings. SUBMITTED PHOTO pushing out approximately 75 horsepower. On some of the faster tracks, the Hurricane Midgets can attain speeds approaching 100 miles per hour. “I like the Hurricane Midgets series. There’s no pressure for me to measure up against members of my family, and it’s a very fun, relaxed group of guys and women here.” He adds, “The Hurricane Midgets are cheaper than the TQ cars, anyone can run Top 10 on a fairly reasonable budget. These cars are really quick and nimble, you get a lot of bang for your buck!” Now in his third year on the Hurricane Midgets tour, Jamie has displayed a Bound Racing trait and has quickly climbed to the top of the contender’s list. “My first year, (2012) I was so close to a feature win I could taste it, but we could never quite close the deal. Last season we had Larry Wilson building our motors and that was a tremendous advantage. We only started 12 races, but we won seven of them.” When the Hurricane Midgets organizers decided to limit their 2014 calendar to 12 events (rather than the previous 18), Jamie and the family decided that this was the year to pull out the stops and work towards the series championship.
In his seven appearances to date, this Uxbridge-based driver has claimed six victories, his only disappointment coming at Owen Sound’s Sauble Speedway when the #83 Midget was sidelined with fuel pump problems. “I think the biggest advantage we have this year is that Dad and I are on the same page in our communications. I can tell him what the car’s doing, and he knows how to put things right.” He continues, “I don’t want to jinx myself and get too confident. But my mindset for the rest of the season will be the same as before, just go out and try to win every race. The points are cool, the championship is cool, but winning is the thing.” Jamie currently leads the overall Hurricane Midgets point standings and was recently proclaimed the Mid-Season Champion. However, Jamie realizes that there are “at least six other drivers”, including several past champions, capable of winning races. “(Defending series champion) Robin McLean is always trying something new, he could hit on something special any night. There’s really nothing between Rob McCall (the winner of the Sauble Speedway round) and me, we’re always pretty
even. Adam Carrother’s car is an absolute rocket, and Richard Woodland; he’s a sneaky bugger. He doesn’t always have the fastest car, but he hasn’t had a hiccup all season. And there’s a bunch of other racers who could surprise us and sneak through for a win any time.” There are five races remaining on the 2014 Hurricane Midgets calendar, but Jamie is looking even further down the road. “I’d like to carry on the family tradition with my son,” he concludes. “We lost my grandfather a couple of years ago, but my dad has taken over his role on the team. It’s basically the same as it was 20 years ago, the Bound family racing effort has come full circle.” While admitting that family support has played a major role in his success, Jamie also defines the support from his sponsors as allowing him to reach for his goals. The #83 Hurricane Midget enjoys backing from Skelton Truck Lines, Pronto Automotive (Stouffville), Snap On Tools, RP Oil, Competition Systems, and Weatherill Performance Parts. To follow Jamie’s progress, check out the Hurricane Midgets web site, www. hurricanemidgets.ca.
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Uxbridge trio taking on Canada’s best Uxbridge Bruins DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
A trio of Uxbridge girls will be facing off against the top young rugby players from across the country this week at the National Championships Festival in Calgary. Julia Schell, Zoe DeGroote and Zosia Rucklewicz will all be representing Team Ontario as part of the Under-18 girls competition, running from Tuesday, Aug. 5 until Sunday, Aug. 10. All three were teammates on the Uxbridge SS Tigers Senior Girls team that brought home bronze medals at the OFSAA Championships this past spring. Team Ontario opened round robin play on Tuesday, Aug. 5 with a 13-7 win against Quebec. The girls are back in action with a doubleheader on Wednesday, Aug. 6, with macth-ups against Saskatchewan and Alberta. On Thursday, Ontario meets Manitoba, and
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Julia Schell is one of three Uxbridge rugby players selected to Team Ontario’s Under-18 entry, along with Zoe DeGroote and Zosia Rucklewicz, that will be competing this week at the National Championships Festival in Calgary. wraps up round robin play on Saturday, Aug. 9 with games against Nova Scotia and British Co-
lumbia. Championship games are slated for Sunday, Aug. 10. Local fans can stay up-
to-date with all of the action from Calgary by visiting www.nationalfestivalrugby.com.
Calling all Uxbridge Bruins supporters and alumni, the team recently announced details surrounding their Inaugural Uxbridge Bruins Alumni Golf Tournament, which takes place in September. The tournament is scheduled to be held on Sunday, Sept. 21, at Wooden Sticks Golf Course in Uxbridge, starting at 2 p.m., with a shotgun start. The cost of the tournament is $150 (All Inclusive) which includes, 18 holes of golf at prestigious Wooden Sticks, two meals, shared use of a power cart stocked with bottled water on ice, use of the Driving Range and Practice Facilities at Wooden Stciks prior to shotgun start, a silent auction, a 50/50 draw and several other prizes. In addition, the team plans to hold contests for longest drive, closest to the pin and putting. Singles, Pairs or Foursomes are welcome to sign up. Please let organizers know when you’re signing up if you already have players you would prefer to play with. Payment info will be available shortly at www.uxbridgebruins.com. To commit to a spot, or if you have any further questions about the tournament, please contact: Ron Archibald at uxbridgebruinsgm@hotmail.com, Geoff Hodgkinson at geoff@tephockey.com, or Andrew Langlands at andrew_langlands@hotmail.com. In other Bruins news, the team is slated to open training camp for the 2014-15 COJHL season in Stouffville on Monday, Aug. 18. The Bruins will host the Schomberg Cougars in exhibition play at Stouffville Arena on Friday, Aug. 22 at 7:15 p.m.
Ontario Lacrosse Festival continues this week DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Uxbridge Enforcers continue play at the Ontario Lacrosse Festival, which has drawn teams from across the province to Durham Region. Although the festival is based out of the Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby, games will be played at venues throughout South Durham including: Whitby’s McKinney Centre, the Oshawa Legends Centre, Don Beer Arena in Pickering as well as Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in Clarington. The Intermediate Enforcers began play in the ‘C’ division on Tuesday, Aug. 5, with a round robin match-ups against Markham, Sun County and Oshawa. The Intermediate Enforcers were back in action bright and early the next morning (Wednes-
day, Aug. 6) at 9 a.m. at Iroquois Park against Wallaceburg, before wrapping up round robin play versus Arthur at 6 p.m. at Iroquois Park. The championship round for the Intermediate division is slated for Thursday, Aug. 7 at Iroquois Park. The Festival comes to a close this weekend, with the Novice and Midget Enforcers taking to the floor. Round robin action will see the Novice Enforcers take on Sarnia, Sun County and Whitby in the ‘B’ Division. The Novices open play with a doubleheader on Friday, Aug. 8, starting at 10 a.m. against Sun County at Rickard, and continuing at 7 p.m. as they tangle with Whitby at the Legends Centre. On Saturday, the Novice Enforcers wrap up pool play against Sarnia at Iroquois at 1:30 p.m., with
the championship round being played at Iroquois on Sunday, Aug. 10. Meanwhile, the Midget Enforcers are matched up against Halton Hills, Milton and Peterborough in the ‘B’ Division, starting on Friday, Aug. 8. The Midgets hit the floor at 2 p.m. for their first game of the tournament against Milton at the McKinney Centre. Later in the day, the Midgets will take on Halton Hills at McKinney at 9 p.m. On Saturday, Aug. 9, the action shifts to Don Beer Arena in Pickering, as the Midgets square off against Peterborough at 3 p.m. The championship round for the Midget division is slated for Sunday, Aug. 10 at Iroquois Park in Whitby. Last week, the Festival kicked off with the Bantam Enforcers in action in the ‘C’ division. The Bantam Enforcers
kicked off play with a 7-5 win over Toronto Beaches. The Bantams would continue their winning ways later on opening day, as they downed Brantford by a score of 3-2. The Enforcers stayed perfect in round robin play as they defeated St. Catharines by a score of 5-0 on Saturday, Aug. 9. Later on Saturday, Aug. 9, the Bantam Enforcers took on the Clarington Gaels in the quarterfinals and prevailed 5-2. However, the Enforcers run would come to an end in the semifinals as they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker to
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“I Believe” Every now and then soft as breath upon your skin I feel you come back again And its like you haven’t been gone a moment from my side Like the tears we never cried Like the hands of time are holding you and me And with all my heart I’m sure we’re closer then we ever were I don’t have to hear or see, I’ve got all the proof I need There are more angels watching over me I believe, I believe Then when you die your life goes on It doesn’t end here when you’re gone Every soul is filled with light It never ends and if I’m right Our love can even reach eternity I believe, I believe Forever you’re a part of me Forever in the heart of me And I’ll hold you even longer if I can The people who don’t see the most Say that I believe in ghosts And if that makes me crazy, then I am Cause I believe There are more angels watching over me I believe, I believe Loving and missing you always until we meet again my love I’ll always be “your Jean”. Jean Fee
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DOREEN FORSYTH Peacefully, after a lengthy illness, on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 83. Doreen (nee Johnston), beloved wife of 40 years of Alex Forsyth. Loving mother of Kathy Bradbury of Port Perry, and David Frid and his wife Kimberley of Burlington. Cherished stepmother of Roger Forsyth (Deirdre), Gail Cox (Mike), Scott Forsyth (Brenda) and Bev Cartwright (Peter). Loved grandmother of Sarah, Lauren, Rob, Andrew, Alex, Hilary, Eric, Scott, and Kathryn, and great grandmother of Katelyn, Evan, and Charlie. Special thanks to all the amazing staff at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry especially Dr. Tse, Dr. Ferguson, and Dr. Dobbin. Private family arrangements. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque through the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
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In Loving Memory of Diane Levy (Jacob) April 21, 1952 - July 29, 2014 After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Diane Levy passed away at Lakeridge Hospital Port Perry. The Levy family (son Aaron and partner Tasha of Whitby, daughter Lisa and grand children Kelly and Cameron of Port Perry and husband Felix of Port Perry. Dear Sister to Edward (Lynn), David (Molly) and Daniel (Zina). Loving Aunt to all her nieces and nephews). Would like to thank all the wonderful staff of Port Perry who made Diane’s life in the last few months so much more bearable and enjoyable. The nursing staff: Gail , Ashley, Stephanie S., Stephanie L., Coral, Jennifer, Natalie, Julie M., Julie B., Kaitlyn, Scott, Tara, Logan, Kalea, Danielle G., Danielle N., Judy, Tania, Rachel, Sue, Linda, Sarah, Yvette, Diane K., Diane R., Shelly, Briana, Jenna, Val, Joni M., Joni W., Adrenne, Terence. The kitchen staff: Cheryl, Dawn, Kristin, Heidi, Linda and Rebecca. The Cleaning staff: Cheryl, Ruth and Fran Dr Martin Stewart, Dr Kevin Smith and Dr Anthony Brown.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARJORY ELVA POPOVITCH (ALSO KNOWN AS MARJORIE ELVA POPOVITCH), DECEASED All claims against the Estate of Marjory Elva Popovitch (also known as Marjorie Elva Popovitch), late of the Township of Scugog, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, who died on July 18, 2014, must be filed with the undersigned on or before August 29, 2014. Thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Port Perry, Ontario this 31st day of July, 2014. M. J. (Peggy) Roy Barrister and Solicitor MICHAEL L. FOWLER PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 175 North Street Port Perry, ON L9L 1B7 905-985-8411 Solicitor for Robert Popovitch and Joanne Popovitch, Estate Trustees
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DAVID EDWARD (WILLIE) WILLIAMS After a hard fought battle with cancer, on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa, at age 64. David Williams, beloved husband of Carrie Nodelman of Caesarea. Loving father of Madison Nodelman-Williams of Caesarea. Loved son of Donald (deceased) and Rose Williams of Lindsay. Dear brother of Linda and her husband Richard Foster of Lindsay. He will be remembered by his niece Melissa Tennent, and his nephew of David Foster. A Private family service has been held. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque through the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
Memorial Service August 9th at 11am at New Song Church 14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry Interment to follow: Family members only.
CARD OF THANKS The family of STEWART DICEMAN would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the many friends and family who were able to attend the visitation and service held to honour his life and also for those who sent flowers, sympathy cards and made donations. Special thanks to Rev. Sue Genge for the beautiful service and to Linda Hunter for the music. Also many thanks to Low & Low (Port Perry Chapel), Pine Grove Cemetery and the Port Perry United Church Women’s Group, (Sarah – Ruth) for their services. Stewart will be greatly missed but his legacy will live on. Wayne & Pat, Ken & Karen, Lynda & Norm
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Lumberjacks open Fastball Nationals with a pair of wins DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Port Perry Lake Scugog Lumberjacks are off and running at the Canadian National Midget Fastball Championships in Gander, Newfoundland. The Lumberjacks opened the tournament on Tuesday, Aug. 5, with an 8-6 win over the Saskatoon Westside Selects. Frank Sullivan and Jeff St. Pierre connected with back-to-back home runs in
the 6th inning to lead the Lumberjacks to victory. The Lumberjacks continued round robin play later in the day on Tuesday as they squared off against the host Newfoundland Selects, and notched another win as they prevailed by a final score of 14-7 in five innings. On Wednesday, Aug. 6, the Lumberjacks continue round robin action with a doubleheader as they tangle with Team New Bruns-
wick and the Brookfield (Nova Scotia) Elks. Round robin play comes to a close on Thursday, Aug. 7, as the Lumberjacks meet up with their long-time rivals the Teeswater Otters. Medal round games begin on Friday, Aug. 8, with the National Champion to be crowned on Sunday, Aug. 10. Local fans can follow along with all of the action on-line at www.championship.softball.ca/u18mens/.
Local athletes impressive at Legion Track and Field meet DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
A pair of Port Perry athletes recently returned home with medals following am Ontario Provincial Legion track and field meet at Brampton’s Terry Fox Stadium. Tyler Field continued his strong summer, as he added to the gold medal he won at OFSAA with by taking gold in the event at the meet witb a throw of 47.21 metres. The win earned the soon-to-be Grade 10 student at Port Perry High School a berth in the Canadian Legion Track and Field Championships in Langley, British Columbia from Aug. 15 to 17. As well, Field took fifth place in the discus with a throw of 39.34 metres. Meanwhile, Brooklynn Feasby had an impressive showing in the Midget Girls Outdoor Pentathlon, as the 14-year-old earned the bronze medal despite being a
year younger than the other competitors in the event. Feasby finished the five events with a total of 2,381 points. A time 13.75 seconds gave Feasby a second place finish in the 80 metre hurdles portion of the pentathalon. Feasby would pick up another second place finish in the shot put portion, with a throw of 9.39 metres. Clearing 1.35 metres put Feaby in fourth place during the high jump competition, the same result as in the long jump, when she soared 4.38 metres. Feasby would round out the pentathalon with a third-place finish in the 800 metre race, crossing the finish line in 2:51.57. The Prince Albert resident is hopeful that after another year of training under Richard Borek of the Peterborough Legion Track Club - who also coaches Field - she will be ready to make the jump to the National Championships.
Art in the Park back for 20th year DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
UXBRIDGE: One of the marquee events of the Uxbridge cultural calendar takes centre stage later this month as Art in the Park returns to Elgin Park for a 20th year of showcasing some of the area’s most renowned arists. On Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug. 17, the picturesque wooded park will be transformed into an artist’s wonderland as close to 100 exhibitors showcase their works in a variety of mediums. The event, which has been proudly presented by the Uxbridge and District Lions Club for the past 20 years runs from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. both days. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the park’s natural setting while observing the different works on display as well as discuss the exhibits with the artists while seeing first-hand how they apply their knowledge and skills to their projects. There will be a local flair to the event as well, with many of the artists participating in Art in the Park are residents of North Durham. Throughout the weekend, visitors will
be able to bid on selected works in a silent auction with all proceeds going towards Dog Guides for the sight, hearing and physically impaired. Art in the Park provides something for art enthusiasts of all ages. Budding artists in attendance will be able to experience the fun of the kids’ play/art area where youngsters will be crafting clay models that can be taken home to start future collections which may one day be on display during Art in the Park. There will also be entertainment throughout the weekend, including strolling magicians. Food vendors will also be on hand to satisfy the cravings of attendees. Admission to Art in the Park and parking are free although donations are greatly appreciated. All proceeds raised from the weekend will go towards Dog Guides and other community projects including the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation and local youth sports teams. For more information on Art in the Park 2014, including a comprehensive list of artists scheduled to appear, please visit www.uxbridge.com/lionsart.
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1 Animal with a striped rear 6 Insect feeler 10 Sorrowful sigh 14 Pneumonia type 15 Malaria symptom 16 Passed-down knowledge 17 Lady between Hillary and Michelle 18 Better safe ___ sorry 19 Sleeping? 20 Reo, for one 23 Partner of only 24 Pride or lust, say 25 James Cameron film 27 In on the latest trends 30 Little row 33 Hopeful singer’s tape 34 Hearty draughts 36 Cenozoic and Big Band 38 Textile fiber 41 Secondhand store section 44 All finished, as dinner 45 Thailand’s former name 46 Words with “record” or “trap” 47 More than dislike 49 Ski lift 51 Cover with turf 52 Play friskily 54 Pen point 56 Monetary unit of Romania 57 “Stairway to Heaven,” e.g. 64 Choir recess 66 To the sheltered side 67 Vietnam capital 68 They shall inherit the earth 69 Minimal amount 70 Dazzling display 71 “So what ___ is new?” 72 Musical notation 73 “I like your ___!”
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Horoscope Column ARIES (March 20-April 19): If you were born between April 4 and 8, you want to cast off anything that is too restricting and expect your family and friends to adjust to your new ideas. Deal with daily disruptions. TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Work out any psychological problems and become clearer about who you truly are. Confronting the past and settling old scores is both cleansing and healing. Some of you may have to deal with a sick relative. GEMINI (May 20-June 21): Old friends may leave your life, but you will make new ones, whose thinking and lifestyle are more in tune with your new way of looking at things. Take on a leadership position at work. CANCER (June 21-July 22): New work offers can come in unexpectedly or on the spur-of-themoment, you could change your career or your job. Why not start your own business? This is a great year if you work for an IT industry. LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): Open your mind and expand your thinking. Take practical steps to understand progressive philosophies or New Age ideas. Go back to school as a student, or teacher. Travel for business. VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): Financial changes can come through sudden or unexpected events. Pay off any outstanding debts. Restrictions, you have allowed other people to impose upon you, can become intolerable now.
32 Implicitly understood 35 It’s better than a bargain 37 Thickish piece 39 Really enthusiastic about 40 Mild exclamation of surprise 42 Bit of nuttiness 43 Dweller on the Arabian Sea 48 Cream-filled dessert 50 Entrepreneur’s dream 52 It’s attractive to a moth 53 Parry 55 Flower base 58 Shaving cream ingredient 59 Mends, as bones 60 Act the usher 61 “For Your Eyes ___” 62 Furnace fodder 63 Windy day toy 65 ___ out (just manage)
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LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): A time of change in the best of relationships, you are experiencing sudden changes or upheavals in one-toone relationships. But, a secure partnership will easily weather the storms of this cycle. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22): A disruptive cycle in the workplace, you could dump a long established career in favour of an entirely new occupation. New work opportunities can come through friends, groups or organizations. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Develop new recreational interests or get involved in a daring new hobby. Try out new forms of self-expression, like acting or public speaking. If you tap into your creative potential, a whole new life will open. CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Deal with any unresolved domestic issues. The number of people living in your home can change. A child may leave, but another one might move back home. Break free of old patterns and establish new roots. AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): Since your relatives and neighbours are going through significant changes in the own lives, you are experiencing unpredictability in your everyday dealings with them. Study esoteric subjects. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your income can increase or you could receive a sudden windfall, but financial setbacks are also a possibility. Make an extra effort to be flexible on all matters having to do with money and material possessions.
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Port Perry Fair Idol DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
AN ARTISTIC GIFT: Glenn Taylor, a former resident of Scugog Township, gifted more than 25 paintings and sculptures to the Scugog Council for the Arts on Saturday, August 2. From left, Kent Farndale, Glenn Taylor and Pamela Meacher were over joyed to display the extensive collection in the SCA building at 181 Perry St., where it will hang for the remainder of August. “I’ve amassed this collection for many years,” said Mr. Taylor. “Now I can let others enjoy it, as part of Scugog’s PubTHE GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard lic Art collection.” Thur. August 7 Fri. August 8 Sat. August 9 Sun. August 10 Mon. August 11 Tue. August 12 Wed. August 13
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SCUGOG: After a tremendous display of talent in the first year of the event, organizers are hoping even more stars of tomorrow shine this year at the Port Perry Fair Idol competition. The Port Perry Fair’s search for the most talented local singers between the ages of 12 and 25 takes place at the Fair, on Saturday, Aug. 30. Auditions will be held from noon until 1 p.m., with the top ten moving on to finals at 3 p.m. on the Entertainment Shelter’s stage. In the inaugural incarnation of the event at last year’s Fair, 16 competitors took part in the event, and hopefully more will follow this year. “We didn’t have any idea what to expect, but it was great for the first year. We had 16 entries and they were all super stoked and really excited to take part,” Port Perry Fair Secretary/ Treasurer Lyndsay Phillips told The Standard. “And as
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1st Prize $100 2nd Prize $75 3rd Prize $50 www.PortPerryFair.com
Port Perry Fairgrounds - Reach St. & Old Simcoe Rd.
organizers we were really excited for all of the great talent that performed.” The event also recieved excellent support from Zaps Hair Studio, as they not only donated a gift certificate to the first place winner, but also styled hair and did makeup for the finalists before they took the stage. The local business has pledged their support for this event again in 2014. “Zaps approached us last year about being a part of Port Perry Idol, and we are thrilled to be able to have them back again this year,” Ms. Phillips said. In addition to the gift certificate for Zaps, there is also a cash prize up for grabs for the top-three finishers at the event. First place will walk away with $100, with second taking home $75, and third place raking in $50. “The contest is open to youth from all areas, be it Port Perry, Uxbridge, Oshawa or anywhere else,” added Ms. Phillips. The music is provided for Port Perry Idol, so all entrants have to bring is their vocals and talent. Participants can bring a guitar if they chose, but the contest is open to solo acts only. Those interested in taking part in Port Perry Idol must pre-register in order to guarantee that their selection of music will be available for the event. Preregistartaion can be done by sending an e-mail to secretaryppfair@powergate.ca. For a full schedule of all of the events that will be part of 160th edition of the Port Perry Fair over Labour Day weekend, from Saturday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 1, please visit www.portperryfair.com.
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Moonlight is far from Magic Brooklin Country singer to MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT Directed by Woody Allen (**)
There is no other filmmaker of the modern age with such a prolific output of work as Allen. A filmmaker who emerged in the seventies as a major American talent, he is now in his seventies, and active as ever. Since 1977, he had made a film a year, religiously sticking to that regiment, sometimes making two. Other major directors such as Scorsese and Spielberg make a film every two or three years, but Allen has an extraordinary creative flow that manifests itself in a film a year, which in a word is, miraculous. With an Academy Award for Best Director for Annie Hall (77), another six nominations for Best Director, three Academy Awards for writing with another sixteen nominations, three Best Director awards from the New York Film Critics Circle and a place in film history as one of the greatest comedic minds, Allen needs no introduction, nor any sort of pat on the back. On Oscar night he sits and plays his beloved clarinet with a jazz band in New York City, not once showing up to collect an Oscar. He divides people, no question, and we al know why, though I refuse to get sucked into that discussion again. Allen may be guilty of child abuse, he may be the victim of a vicious smear campaign by a woman he wronged, we may never know the truth. This I know. His best films are brilliant examples of acting ensemble, direction, writing, and low budget filmmaking. Allen maintains his freedom by making his films for a low price, less than twenty million, brings them in on time and under budget, and manages to make money for the studio. Actors revere him, believing they grow as artists in an Allen film, and routinely drop their price to work with the man.
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by John Foote He offers them great artistic freedom, and quite often Academy Awards and nominations come attached to an Allen role. Actors such as Diane Keaton, Dianne Wiest (twice), Michael Caine, Mira Sorvino, Penelope Cruz, and Cate Blanchett have won Oscars for their work in an Allen film, while twelve others have been nominated! If there is a greater writer in American movies, I am not aware of them, and though Allen has written some masterpieces, he has also faltered with ordinary work, such as this new film. Make no mistake, Love and Death (76), Annie Hall (77), Interiors (78), his masterful Manhattan (79), Stardust Memories (80), Broadway Danny Rose (84), The Purple Rose of Cairo (85), the sublime Hannah and Her Sisters (86), Crimes and Misdemeanors (89), Husbands and Wives (92), Bullets Over Broadway (94), Mighty Aphrodite (95), Sweet and Lowdown (99), the startling thriller Match Point (05), Vicky Cristina Barcelona (08), the brilliant Midnight in Paris (11) and Blue Jasmine (13) are his finest films and represent some of the greatest American films of the last fifty years. However as Martin Scorsese so aptly states, not all films can be home runs. Allen has failed as well, and though he has rarely made a genuinely terrible film, he has made some forgettable pictures over the years. Magic in the Moonlight is such a film, like cotton candy, kind of sweet and sugary, but out of mind once finished, not likely ever to return. Once again magic plays a key role in an Allen film, though this time we do not have an actor
stepping out of a screen to join the real world or a car that transports us back in time, rather this is real magic, magician magic. Stanley (Colin Firth) is the most famous and renowned magician in Europe though he conducts his act as an older Chinese man. Cynical about his work and his audience, he is called to debunk the psychic ability of a young woman, Sophie (Emma Stone) in the French countryside. However when he meets her he questions everything he knows about his line of work, of the supernatural, because Sophie could be that rarity, the real thing. Of course they fall in love, well he with her anyway, and of course Allen critics are anxiously pouncing on the relationship between 50ish Firth and 20 something Emma Stone. Get over it, in the twenties, which is when the film is set, it was very common for young women to marry older men. As always Stone is a joy to behold, her lovely cartoon eyes dancing with the character, loving every moment she is onscreen. The lady could be a true Allen actress, as she has been cast in his next film, shooting right now. Stone has fun with Sophie, injecting her with a lovely, twinkling personality that is not there on the page. Firth, an Oscar winner for The Kings Speech (11) looks bored and befuddled, as though he were wildly out of place which he just might be. He lacks the spark Michael Caine brings to his roles, which made Caine comfortable with Allen, and could be the very thing that pushes Forth away. The much needed spark between the actors is not there. The lush French countryside is spectacular to look at, the costumes and art direction superb, but the film and the characters (save Stone) fail... it just does not all come together as most Allen films do. Just not a lot of magic happening within folks... not this time Woody.
play Blackstock Fair - Aug. 23 BLACKSTOCK: Country music fans take note, as Lindsay Broughton, an awardwinning Country Music singer from Brooklin, will be performing at the Blackstock Fair in the Recreation Centre on Saturday, Aug. 23. The age of majority show starts at 9 p.m. In just a few short years, Lindsay Broughton has established herself as one of the most accomplished newcomers in Canadian Country Music. Winner of a Country Music Association of Ontario Rising Star Award last year, and having her self-titled EP rise to #1 in the best selling Canadian Country Album Charts in Canada in 2013, Lindsay is just getting started. With her current single “Take Me There” already climbing the radio charts and an upcoming album release in the Fall, Broughton’s gritty and inspiring blend of music is sure to get toes tapping and hands clapping. The video for “Take Me There” is currently being aired on CMT. For pictures, biography information, and music samples, please visit Lindsay’s Press Page at lindsaybroughton.com/press.
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