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Scugog CAO bids goodbye BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

100 Women Who Care Uxbridge members (from left) Andrea Scowcroft, Julia Fraser, Diane Bernard, Miranda Sheppard and Mimi Brown presented the Uxbridge Loaves and Fishes Food Bank with a donation of $12,100 on Wednesday, June 25. Since forming in November 2013, the group has grown tremendously, and to date, has donated more than $30,000 towards local charities. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

forming in November of last year. “Really, it came about because I have a sister who lives in Kingston and belongs to 100 Women Who Care Kingston,” said Andrea Scowcroft, founder and executive member. “When she told me about what they do, I thought it was an amazing idea and knew immediately that I wanted to bring it to Uxbridge. It’s perfect for me, because I’m a working mom with two kids, so it can be hard to find time to donate to charity.”

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UXBRIDGE: The local chapter of 100 Women Who Care continued their charitable endeavours recently, with the donation of more than $12,000 to the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank, and the group has even bigger plans on the horizon. The group has grown from humble beginnings last year, and after just three meetings, has donated more than $30,000 to a trio of local causes since

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Once Ms. Scowcroft had the idea, it didn’t take long for support to start rolling in. “I looked around and found nothing nearby, so I told Janis Fitger, then Mimi Brown and Miranda Sheppard, and we formed the executive who kind of run the meetings. Then, we went to our network of friends to find new members before our first meeting in November,” explained Ms. Scowcroft.

SCUGOG: Beverly Hendry, the Township’s CAO since January of 2006, will be leaving her post with the municipality on July 11, and embarking on a new position with the City of Oshawa on August 5. As Commissioner of Corporate Services, Ms. Hendry’s new role will offer a menu of similiar jobs to her current place in Scugog, as well new challenges and the oversight of six branches, dealing with municipal management, by-law enforcement, and Information Technology services. “Ms. Hendry is an experienced leader in government. Her work at the provincial and municipal levels will make her a sound contributor to the City of Oshawa as it pursues its strategic goals,” said Rob Browning, Oshawa’s city manager, in a press release. “Our CAO has kept Council on the striaght and narrow for years, and we wish her all the best in Oshawa,” said Mayor Chuck Mercier. “In the public sector, great oppurtunities present themselves and they must be taken - she’s gained the chance to build her portfolio and use the skills she perfected in Scugog.” Highlights of Ms. Hendry’s career involve consistent delivery and follow through with the Township’s Corporate Plan and labour deals, and building a strong staff to serve Council and the public at-large. “Council will be meeting this week to arrange a procedure of succession and replacing our CAO, there are many decisions to make,” said Mayor Mercier. “Whether we look internally or shop around the external marketplace, it’s going to take time to find a CAO of the same calibre.” In the mean time, Mr. Ian Roger, Scugog’s Director of Public Works, will stand in as Deputy CAO for the Township of Scugog. Further details, including a proper sendoff for Ms. Hendry, will be forthcoming.

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100 Women are making a difference one hour at a time F RO M PAG E 1

“Before we got started, I also spoke to the Oakville chapter, and they had 35 people show up for their first meeting, so we were pleasantly surprised when 45 people signed up in advance of our first meeting, and it was even more unbelievable when so many more people showed up on the night of, and we had 82 members at our first meeting.” The group has seen its membership steadily rise from their initial meeting, featuring a wide range of local women. “It just kind of spiraled from there, and by our second meeting, we were already over 100 members, and currently

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we’re at 121 members and growing,” said Ms. Scowcroft. “Our membership ranges from young women just entering the workforce, right up to seniors. It’s great to see so many local women making a difference in our community.” The group holds quarterly meetings that typically last for an hour, with members donating $100 towards the chosen cost for that quarter. “At every meeting, we have the same agenda and previous recipients come in and talk about how the donation helped their organization,” explained Ms. Scowcroft. “Then, members nominate a charity and they all go into a hat, and the previous recipient chooses three names. Then, the nominator has five minutes to get up and tell us about the charity before the membership votes on which one they want to assist.” So far, 100 Women Who Care Uxbridge has presented donations to Sunrise Pregnancy Centre, the Uxbridge Youth Centre and the Loaves & Fishes Food Bank. “All three have been very appreciative, and our members also give in other ways. For instance, the Youth Centre gave us a wish list, and as a group, we were able to help in a lot of other ways aside from our monetary donation, such as donating new keyboards,” added Ms. Scowcroft. NE W

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The next meeting of 100 Women Who Care Uxbridge is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 27 at Wooden Sticks from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., with a social hour following, from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. “We’ve been very fortunate that Wooden Sticks has allowed us to use their room for our first five meetings, and hopefully they’ll continue,” added Ms. Scowcroft. The group is hoping to continue growing in the future, with the possibility of expanding to include other groups. “Our goal now is to get up to 200 women,” stated Ms. Scowcroft. “Other chapters have done 100 Kids Who Care and 100 Men Who Care, and I’d love to see something like that in Uxbridge.” For those involved, being able to make positive contributions in their community is what drives the membership to continue making a difference, according to Ms. Scowcroft. “We’re a local group of women helping local charities. To be able to help here in our own community is really powerful, we have women from all walks of life, and it’s great to help out in the community where we live.” For more information on 100 Women Who Care Uxbridge’s community projects and meetings, please visit their web site at: www.100womenuxbridge.com. NE W

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Blown lines leave new factory powerless

ALL QUIET IN GREENBANK: The machines and tools of Greenbank Custom Woodworking Ltd. lay dormant, since a ruptured power line caused an expensive outage on June 23. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: June 23 was a typical Monday morning for James Martinek, proprietor of the recently opened Greenbank Custom Woodworking Limited on Easy St. in Port Perry. The morning proceeded smoothly as the factory produced an assortment of high-end store fixtures for the LCBO - until an issue that Mr. Martinek had hoped was put to bed in February reared its head and caused a shut-down. “The lights started to flicker and the factory floor went dark,” says Mr. Martinek. “We went outside to check the power line, and saw steam and boiling water shooting out of the ground - if someone had wandered over to take a closer look, they could have been killed.”

While the quick installation of a safety fence and disconnecting the electricity saved Mr. Martinek’s twelve employees and visiting children from harm, lost time and repairs will cost the budding job creator over $16,000 - compounding the similiar loss of $16,000 earlier this year. “We’re still in the black, but we don’t need these kind of problems after the harsh winter,” said Corrine Martinek, Mr. Martinek’s wife and part of the industrious duo. “We experienced the same thing on Easter Weekend, and it’s only the first day of Summer - we didn’t imgine we would have to pay out of pocket to fix the power lines twice, clearly there is something wrong.” Mr. Martinek remembers the $21,000 bill from Hydro One for the installation of a concrete hydro pole

to support the heavy-duty transformers required to keep his shop running - during its original hook up, he states that Hydro One workers were the only people using “cutting tools - like chain-saws and shovels” in the marshy ground beside Easy St. “I’m not blaming Hydro One, but when we had this problem the first time, our CSA approved electrician made sure that the line was repaired,” said Mr. Martinek. “I know we didn’t do any damage.” The Martineks and their four children have resided just outside of Greenbank for over 13 years, are in love with North Durham’s quiet countryside, and aim to keep their twelve-to-thirty labour positions in Scugog. “We were hoping to hire additional labour as the work picked-up,” said Ms. Martinek. “Now, we have twelve people who aren’t making any money - and we’ll have to turn down projects.” With the installation of brand-new power lines from the grid into their building on Wednesday, June 25, Greenbank Custom Woodworking is up and running for now. Still, the Martinek family is far from satisfied and are looking for answers from Hydro One. “When we called to report the emergency, they just shut our power off and told us to call when it was fixed,” said Mr. Martinek. “Ideally, they would send an inspector to determine who is at fault - but we haven’t recieved a word from them since. This has cost us over $50,000 and we just want some communication, at least a response.” At press-time, Hydro One had no comment, but information is expected to be forthcoming.

Cold winter could strap Scugog for cash BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: The extreme cold and harsh weather which struck Scugog and North Durham this winter will place the Township’s maintenance, fuel, and plowing expenses almost $150,000 over-budget by the end of this year, according to a report by Ian Roger, Scugog’s Director of Public Works and Parks, presented to councillors at their meet-

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cost of last winter and the coming months of November and December could add up to a bill of over $1,200,000 for the Township. While there is currently no reserve account for winter maintenance, the funds will be drawn from Scugog’s Municipal Projects Winter Control account - which currently holds $220,000 from under spending in previous years.

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New trail in Durham East Cross Forest means more to see SCUGOG: With the opening of an additional 4.3 kilometres of trails this week, there’s much more to explore in Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area. Kawartha Conservation held an official opening for the new trail system on Thursday, June 26, with

Durham MPP Granville Anderson, Scugog Mayor Chuck Mercier, and Brock Mayor Terry Clayton, along with partner organization representatives from the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust, Ontario Heritage Trust, Durham Field Naturalists, Oak Ridges Trail Association, and others.

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The new trails are in the south end of the conservation area, accessible from a new parking lot at 4531 Boundary Rd. They include the new South Forest Loop which is 2.3 km long and takes you beneath a forest canopy of large Red Oak, Red Pine, White Pine, and Sugar Maple. The Main Access Trail from the north end, at 4560 Devitts Rd., has been expanded all the way to the south end parking lot, allowing visitors to hike the whole span of the conservation area. Kawartha Conservation CAO Rob Messervey highlighted the five properties that were acquired over the past three years in East Cross Forest through $350,000 in support from the Ontario Heritage Trust, the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust, Durham Region, and the Township of Scugog. “Land Trust involvement in the securement of properties here in East Cross Forest is another big step in protecting the Oak Ridges Moraine,” said Susan Walmer, Executive Director of the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust.

“Everyone benefits from protected natural areas. Working together in partnerships like this on common goals is a responsible way to spend public and private funds in support of a healthy environment.” The largest property recently acquired is 200 acres, and designated as Natural Core Area on the Oak Ridges Moraine. This type of area is recognized as the most ecologically sensitive on the moraine. A smaller part of the property is designated as Protected Countryside within the Greenbelt. Across the property there are more than 40 unique plant communities; and this spring, the Port Perry Beavers and Cubs replanted a section with native tree seedlings. The four other properties are each five acres, and all are completely within Natural Core Area. They contain both deciduous forest and Red Pine plantations that are being restored to native forest. The addition of these properties brings the total size of the conservation area to 1,334 acres. “We are pleased to see

more lands brought into the protection of the conservation area, and for people to have an opportunity to enjoy the area in ways that support natural regeneration and the long term sustainability of the forest,” said Alex Georgieff, Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development, Region of Durham. East Cross Forest contains the headwaters for East Cross Creek, which flows down into the Scugog River. It also contains meadows, wetlands, sand dunes, and plantations that support a diversity of wildlife. Before Kawartha Conservation began acquiring properties, the area had been overrun by trespassing such as widespread off-roading, illegal dumping, and other activities that were potentially harmful to the fragile natural ecosystem. Illegal activity has been significantly curtailed by working closely with Durham Police and deploying private security which continues to patrol the conservation area. Before Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area was opened to

the public in 2009, the community had provided a great amount of support to clean up the area. Several events involved clearing out tonnes of garbage, hazardous waste, abandoned vehicles, tires, and many tonnes of assorted scrap metal. “We are very grateful to the support provided by our partners and the community to help us secure and protect these properties,” said Scugog Mayor Chuck Mercier, who is also a Kawartha Conservation Director. “We want to continue working with the community to protect these important headwaters, while also providing beautiful green space for everyone to enjoy.” Toward the end of the event, Mark Majchrowski, Kawartha Conservation Director, Watershed Management, provided a guided hike through the new trail system to point out some of the ecologically significant features that can be spotted from the trails. For more about Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area, visit www. KawarthaConservation.com/ eastcross.

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NORTH DURHAM GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till Happy Birthday Canada! Canadians celebrated 147 years as a nation as of July 1, with Canada’s Maple Leaf red and white flag flying Canada-wide at the many different venues that took place. At church on Sunday, Dianne Pelletier and Doug Watson handed out Canadian Flags as they greeted all. Special music was offered by organist Stuart Beaudoin and guest trumpeter Tim Birch prior to, during, and after the service. Pauline Reed told how the United Church of Canada supports summer camps, sixty camps across Canada, twenty-two in Ontario, four in our area, Quinmo-lac at Madoc known to most. Mission and service offerings give children of various backgrounds and abilities a chance to build self-confidence, enjoy the outdoors, and have new experiences. Guest speaker Evelyn Chambers spoke of the history of the 50-year-old Canadian Flag, of the new citizens who formally become “Canadians” on each Canada Day somewhere, (locally at Palmer Park in Port Perry and Elgin Park in Uxbridge) and are welcomed to Canada in special ceremonies. She tied this special time into her message, “A Welcoming Cup of Water”, how we welcome new comers to communities, friend to our homes, our schools, our church. Come and worship at 11 a.m. the next three Sundays when Darlene Hallet re-

turns as guest speaker, then on July 27, the annual U.C.W. service will welcome Jerry and Anne Robinson who have done many buildings with Habitat for Humanity. Everyone welcome! On Sunday, June 22, Stuart Beaudoin and Tiina entertained Senior choir members and families to a social time at their home at Blackwater. On July 2, the Fidelis U.C.W. ladies and friends will enjoy a luncheon and special time at Shivas Chicken Restaurant. On July 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Greenbank Centennial Hall there will be a reception to celebrate the life of Harry Nixon for family and friends. July 14 to 18 is the Youth Annual Canoe Trip. July 15 – Open House at Smith’s new robotic barn, 1735, Brock, Concession 4, Sunderland, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and see cows milked by a robot, visit with your neighbours, enjoy Bacon on a bun, milk/coffee and doughnuts! Everyone is welcome to attend! Happy Birthday to Rev. Paul on July 5, also best wishes for better health. Murray and Shirley Lee enjoyed a few days in Ottawa with Debbie and Mark Roundell and were delighted to meet their month old great grandson James, son of granddaughter Jenna and John Lee while there. Happy Summer Holidays.

BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly The noise and excitement of the annual Blackstock Truck and Tractor Pull will be on this weekend, July 4 and 5 in the evenings. A variety of classes of trucks and tractors will be held each evening. Both evenings will have a beverage garden on the grounds. Congratulations to Sarah Ashmore who graduated from Durham College in Culinary Arts. She is currently working at Viva. Congratulations also to Gregory Trewin, who graduated from Durham College as an electrician. Craig Paisley of Halifax recently spent a short time visiting his Dad, Gord Paisley, other relatives and friends in the area. Word has been received of the passing of Barry Fisher who grew up in this area. Sympathy is extended to his family and many friends. On Wednesday, June 25, the graduation ceremony of Cartwright Central PS was held. Following the recessional, a welcome was extended by Trustee Carolyn Morton and Principal E. Kagachzi. The duties of MC’s were well conducted by Syndey Katzer and April Sutton. Many proficiency and other awards were presented. The Great Campbell Citizenship was won by Kaylee Earle and Mitchell Wilton. The Dorothy Venning Scholarship Award was won by Jenna Bolzon.

An impressive valedictory address was given by Jenna Bolzon and Earle Kaylee. Diplomas were presented to: Ryan Agnew, Nick Anderson, Noah Bathgate, Brianna Bentley, Montana Berry, Jenna Bolzon, Joel Cannon, Brock Ceney, Rebekah Cudmore, Kaylee Earle, Royce Freeburn, Sierra Frew, Alyssa Green, Tristan Grieve, Amanda Haines, Sydney Holt, Sydney Katzer, Charli Kerr, Evan Kooger, Taryn Lazure, Owen McDonald, Corey McQuald, Cole Mitchell, Spencer Mugford, Madison Murphy, Jakob Myers, Korbin Paradis, Devon Parson, Ben Slomiany, Maya Smith, Zachary Smith, Parker Stamp, Megan Strachan, April Sutton, Jeremiah Tookate, Anthony Van Camp, Sydney Warrener, Constance Williamson-Harris, Mitchell Wilton. Winners at the card party were Marie Gibson who also had the most lone hands, Vivian Canning, Lorna Edgerton. Elaine Bailey, Ivan McMillan and Joyce Kelly, low. The specials were won by Elmo Gibson with 2, Elaine Bailey and Peter Booth. Fair books are available now from the home of the secretary, Janice Beechey. The District Women’s Institutes are holding a salasd and strawberry supper at the Community Hall at the arena in Port Perry on Thursday evening, July 3 at 6 p.m. Visitors are welcome.

Thursday, July 3 A Strawberry Social Supper hosted by the Ontario District Women’s Institutes at 6 p.m. in the Scugog Community Centre on Reach Rd. Bring family and friends along to support this fundraiser, which provides post secondary education scholarships to 4H members. Tickets are available at the door, $10 for adults, $5 for children 7 to 12, with kids under six eating free. Entertainment will be provided by a talented storyteller. For more information, please call 905-985-3976 or 905-852-7128. Friday, July 4 & Saturday, July 5 The Blackstock Truck and Tractor Pull roars back into the Blackstock Fairgrounds, starting at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $10 for adults, $4 for kids 12 and under, and parking is $2. Beverage garden on site. Saturday, July 5 Ramp Jam at the Uxbridge Rotary Skate Park from noon to 5 p.m. A rain or shine event featuring competitions, live bands, prizes, vendors and a barbeque. Entry fee is $5, with proceeds benefitting the Uxbridge Youth Centre. Skateboards, bikes and scooters are all welcome, and riders are reminded to bring a helmet. * Opening reception for ‘Spirits in Nature’ featuring photographs and garden sculptures at the SCA Gallery, located at 181 Perry St. in Port Perry from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 Pine Ridge Garden Club Flower, Rose and Vegetable Show, featuring guest speaker Anita Vincentia Pereira from Durham Master Gardeners. Pot Luck Picnic at 6:30 p.m., before the meeting at 7 p.m. Seats are still available for the Club’s upcoming trip to Prince Edward County. Contact Shirley at 905-986-5330 or shirlove100@gmail.com for more information. * St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 59 Toronto St. South in Uxbridge opens its doors to welcome visitors on Wednesdays in July and August from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. As well as Sunday, July 13 and Sunday, Aug. 10. Guides are available

to show you this beautiful church built by local craftsmen in 1887. The windows are a fine example of Victorian hand-painting from the late 19th century. Cold drinks are available. Wednesday, July 9 Island Music Night Under the Open Sky from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the front lawn of Port Perry Baptist Church, 2210 Hwy. 7A. Tickets are just $2 available at Envoy in Port Perry, and include a hot dog or hamburger, plus a drink and a dessert. For more information call 905-985-8681. Friday, July 18 The Port Perry Legion Branch 419 Ladies Auxiliary is holding their 4th annual golf tournament at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and entry fee includes golf, cart, steak dinner and prizes. For more information, please contact Wenday at 905-985-6124 or wendynorton@powergate.ca. Sunday, July 27 Decoration Day Service at Sunderland Cemetery at 2 p.m. In case of inclement weather, service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church. Every Monday * Latcham Centre, Senior’s Shuffleboard Club, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., drop in all seniors welcome. * Uxbridge Legion Pipes and Drums welcomes new members and offers free lessons for both, Uxbridge Legion, 109 Franklin St., Uxbridge 8 p.m. info: Alex 905-649-1620. * 1st Port Perry Sparks, Prince Albert Hall, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 905-985-1422. * 4th Port Perry Brownies, Scugog Island Hall, girls 7 and 8-year-olds, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 905-985-4240. * 3rd Port Perry Guides, Port Perry United Church, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., 905-985-6174. * Pineridge Chorus of Sweet Adelines rehearsal, 7:15 p.m., Uxbridge Music Hall, 905-8526327 Every Tuesday * Cruisin Classic Car Show at Emmanuel Community Church, 1680 Reach St., weather permitting from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hosted by the Cruisin’ Classics Car Club, open to vehicles 1989 and older. * Victory Christian Centre (Revolution) youth group,

ages 12 and up,7:30 p.m., info: 905-985-1346. * Teen Zumba, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Uxpool, ages - 13 - 18, 905-852-7831, camps@town. uxbridge.on.ca * Mish Mash Dance Class, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., ages 9 - 12, 905-852-7831 camps@town. uxbridge.on.ca * Bridge and, regular and bid, 1 p.m., Latcham Centre, Port Perry Seniors. * TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Port Perry United Church, 6-8 p.m., info 905985-9454. * Men’s Promise Keepers, 7 a.m., Emmanuel Community Church, Reach St., Port Perry (across from arena). * The Port Perry Artists’ Association meets upstairs at Vos’ 7 p.m. * Port Perry Senior’s Gentle Exercise, 10:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, 905-985-4086. * North Durham Community Bible Study (interdenominational) meeting, 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m., Baptist church, 231 Brock St., W. Every Wednesday * Handicapable Ministry’, Trinity United Church, 20 First Ave., Uxbridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. All special needs women and men are welcome, info 905-852-6213. * North Durham Concert Band meets 7 p.m., R.H.Cornish School, new members welcome. * West Shore Village progressive and refreshments, 905985-8660. * Port Perry Senior’s Watercolours, 11:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, (must purchase own supplies), 905-4735405. * Port Perry Senior’s Crafts and Wood-carving, 9 a.m., Latcham Centre, Gord Emmerson 905982-8745. * Join IODE Women Who Make A Difference IODE, Susie Sorabji Chapter will meet in the evening during the fall, women of all ages are invited to attend and learn about volunteer work with IODE. Every Mon., and Every Wed. Gentle Aerobics for older adults, Masonic Hall, Port Perry, Mon. and Wed., 10 a.m., info: 905-986-5958.

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ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling

SEAGRAVE by Robin Drew & Robin Short The gremlins got into the Seagrave news last week. Hope that they are hiding from the storm and rain this week! Congratulations to Autumn Smith on placing first at a recent Horse Competition in Bromount. Belated Happy 9th Birthday to Macy Mathews on June 21st. Congratulations to Michael Cooke, son of Paul and Diane Cooke from Robin Glade Estates in Seagrave, on his recent graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Education Cum Laude. Michael previously obtained his Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Neuroscience (Dean’s List) from Brock University in St. Catherines. Continued best wishes with future endeavors! Way to Go! to Viktoria Williams, grandaughter of Leon and Betty Williams of Robin Glade Estates, as she donated her lovely long hair to the Canadian Cancer Society for the third time! Welcome home to Wyn and Wendy Hughes who enjoyed a trip to Alaska, and also Keith and Dianne Puckrin who have returned from a trip to Italy. The Greenbank Lions are offering any local businesses or organizations in Seagrave to add their contact information for free on our community information web site. Please send any info to larrydoble@ hotmail.com. What an awesome turnout for the first annual Seagrave Community Picnic and Sunday School Anniversary! At least 105 people attended, with over 40 being children. There were lots of games for the children including a jumping castle, fish pond, Frisbee golf, shoe kick, water balloon toss, wet sponge relay just to name a few. We celebrates Sermon in the Park, with John Molenar as Guest Speaker. Happy Birthday was sung to Clarke and Wesley Delaney. Avery and Mya Puckrin announced that they raised $170 for the Sunday School, by selling lemonade and popcorn. Guest

singer, Kara Philips, sang “You can’t Hurt me Anymore” and was presented with a bouquet of flowers by Jonathen Feyen. Several pets were blessed by John. Jonathen, Avery and Mya took up the collection. Mya and Avery said grace prior to the picnic lunch. Thanks to Joan Lee for providing the music for this service. Sincere thanks to Bea Vernon of Aunt Bee’s General Store for donating the ice cream bars. Thanks to Crayola of Lindsay for gifts for all the children. Kudos to the team that made all of this possible....Tara & Terry Taylor, Teri & Howard Payne, Barb Martyn, Rick McAskill, Wendy Hudgins, Don & Marg Real, Ken & Cathy Nix and to anyone that I have missed. You did a marvelous job! A group of Seagravers attended the Tribute to the Beach Boys at the Class Act Theatre on June 29. Church is closed for the month of July, and will re-open on Aug. 3. All are welcome to attend Greenbank Church during the month. On Sunday, July 6, at 3 p.m., there is a Wrap Up Party for yard sale volunteers at the Heustis’ back yard, 25 Isabella St., in Seagrave. Bring your favourite beverage, pot luck dish, chairs and what ever! Golf Tournament on August 10, $35 for the day which includes a Steak BBQ. If you only wish to golf - $20. If you only want to attend the BBQ - $15. Please bring a pot luck salad or dessert and your lawn chairs. For more information, call Rick at 905985-8383. August 11 to 15, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Seagrave Vibe Program. Please contact Betty Lou at 905985-2595 to pre-register, or for more information. 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. Contact mrsdruske@hotmail.com or grammiejean2010@hotmail.com to put news in upcoming editions of this column.

Busy summer ahead for Garden Club Despite the late Spring the Garden Club’s Iris Show had quite a number of lovely specimens to be judged with the Judge being quite impressed with the entries. Our next meeting is our Flower, Rose and Vegetable show. While entries are being judged, members will be enjoying a pot luck picnic and wearing their hats for the “Best Hat Contest.” Member’s entries must be labeled and entered between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. The Guest Speaker is Anita Vincentia Pereira from the Durham Master Gardeners at 7:30 p.m.

PINE RIDGE GARDEN CLUB

NEWS Friday, July 18 will see some members traveling to Cornwall for the yearly Ontario Horticultural Assoc. Convention. This is a busy three day event with

Speakers, bus tours and business meetings. There are nineteen districts in the O.H.A. comprising of 270 societies with a total of over 30,000 members across Ontario. Our meetings are generally the first Tuesday of each month, but because of Canada Day the July meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 8. We meet at the Nestleton Community Hall, on Hwy. 7A in Nestleton. Membership is $15 single and $20 family. For more information please contact Shirley Love 905-986-5330 or shirlove100 @gmail.com.

Summer finally! And didn’t we say in the depth of our very cold and snowy winter we would not complain of the heat? How soon we forget. Linda Wagg, chair of Zephyr council reported that the yard sale was quite successful and that unsold items are passed on the other organizations that can help those in need. Ayrston William Briggs made his debut on FaceBook with greatgrandmother Dorothy Risebrough this week. Ivan Clarke is recuperating from his gallbladder operation and back to light work already. This past Thursday, nine ladies of the Sandford UCW enjoyed a lunch together at Scrambles. There are no meetings scheduled until September. That same evening was an event at the Museum to officially open the new “Uxbridge at War” display in the hall. A travelling exhibit from Ontario Archives will be on display during July entitled: ‘Dear Sadie: Loves, Lives and Remembrance from Ontario’s First World War’. This poignant exhibit uses letters between soldier Harry Mason and his sweetheart, Sadie Arbuckle, to explore the realities of war. Also taking place at the Centre’s Fifth Line Church for the months of July and August is Boyce Entertainment’s production of “The Bohemian: A Prelude to War’ – A Tribute to the Centennial of World War I, based on “Ballads of a Bohemian” by Robert W. Service. Our sympathies to Ona Hackner on the death of her friend Norm Ellis, who passed away over last weekend. My sister Faye, brother-in-law Keith Ashton and brother Jerry attended the funeral on Friday of our first cousin Paul Ryall, in Lindsay. Seven years ago, Paul was the recipient of a successful heart transplant, but cancer caused his death. Barb and Bruce Harwood had a surprise visit from her sister Mary and husband Bill Jones on Saturday. Daughter Brenda also enjoyed a meal with them. Sunday was Rev. Diane`s last service for the next four months. She explained what she would be doing for one of those months, along with husband Chris. They are hiking the Camino de Santiago, a 500 mile pilgrimage in northern Spain. She explained how they are preparing for this endeavour and the physical, mental and spiritual exercise it entails. For the month of July, Sandford will be worshiping with Zephyr, starting at 9:30 a.m., while some work is done in the church. Next Sunday is a memorial hymn sing, a prelude to the Decoration service that afternoon at the cemetery, starting at 2:30 p.m.

EPSOM & UTICA by Sharri Kerry A Strawberry Social and Ham and Salad Supper, sponsored by the Ontario District Women’s Institute will be held on Thursday, July 3, at the Scugog (Arena) Community Centre on Reach St., staring at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. $10 for adults, $ 7 for youth between the ages of 6 and 12, with children under six free. Proceeds from this event benefit a scholarship fund for 4-H youth. Church services for the month of July will be held at Goodwood United Church, starting at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, July 6 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman

ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, July 6 Service at 10 a.m. Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

HANDS UP: The participants in the ALS Walk stretch prior to the 5km walk, which was held on Saturday, June 21 at the Port Perry Fairgrounds.

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

BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

North Durham Project Youth appeals for funding BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

NORTH DURHAM: A group of positive minded local residents are striving to bring Free The Children and Me to We activist Craig Kielburger to speak for North Durham youth. On Monday, June 23, the not-forprofit North Durham Project Youth committee made a deputation to Scugog Council - to ask for support and funding for their pilot project. “We want to expand our children’s consciousness to the joys of volunteering in our community, and at large,” said Bill Swan. Citing a disparity of educational and volunteering opportunities between youth in south Durham and the northern reaches - Mr. Swan, alongside Margaret Ayres of Big Brothers Big Sisters and Terry Vos of Vos’ Independent, aim to offer free busing and admission to this event for Scugog’s grade 7 and 8 students. “On September 9, we want to bring Craig Kielburger to speak at the Scugog

Arena - it’s going to be a free event with free busing and transportation for all of the kids,” said Mr. Swan. “Many of the youth of North Durham will take up this challenge to give their time and effort, and make a lasting impact on our community and the world.” With an initial target of $25,000 to cover the costs of venue, honuoraium, busing and additional North Durham Project Youth events - the not for profit group is well on their way, thanks to public support. “We’re in need of funding to secure this program, but are already supported by both school boards, DRPS, and members of this community. The Uxbridge council has already made an opening bid of $1,000 and has challenged Scugog to raise support.” Scugog’s Mayor Chuck Mercier applauded the group’s ‘Scugog spirit’ and pledged a donation of $1,200 towards Craig Kielburger’s Me to We speech and to have staff look into other helpful measures which can be taken.

Blackstock

Truck &

TRACTPOuRll July 4th & 5th

14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday July 6, 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

A PLACE OF HOPE!

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, July 6 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 Sunday, July 6

4th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 am Eucharist Sunday School and Nursery available

PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES

Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801 SUNDAY, July 6 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

Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766

Join us on Sunday morning at 10 a.m.

revpaul@andrewswireless.net www.greenbankchurch.com

A contemporary worship experience in a relaxed environment.

SUNDAY, July 6 Guest Speaker - Darlene Hallett

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,’

Greenbank (Hwy 12, minutes. N. of Pt. Perry) 11 a.m. Service

Seagrave (In the beautiful Hamlet of Seagrave) Will be closed for the month of July Please join us at Greenbank United Church 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 Canada Day, Eh? At press time, The Standard was gearing up for coverage of our Township’s outstanding Canada Day parades, celebrations, soirees and ceremonies. Here’s hoping that you and yours had a great day, and celebrated in being part of the best country on Earth. Happy 147th! That’s right, we’re not ashamed to announce that while our soccer team will forever cheer from the sidelines of the FIFA World Cup - we outrank and outnumber the rest of the world in numerous ways. We revel in the snow and celebrate our short seasons of warmth with ferocity, even though we’ve got all four seasons: Winter, Still Winter, Construction and Almost Winter. Many countries are stuck with one crummy weather pattern for most of the year - we get the chance to raise and drop twenty degrees in 24 hours - how’s that for diverse? The longest highway in the world spans our thirteen provinces and territories. We can choose from three oceans along the world’s longest coastline. From snow-topped mountains to the Athabasca sand dunes in Saskatchewan, and almost one million square kilometres of lake, we really do have it all. Our contributions to the rest of the world include lifesaving insulin, the electric wheelchair, jaw-dropping IMAX projection, most of the planet’s radioactive minerals, and the fact that you can put a Canadian Flag on your backpack when travelling - even if you’re not from here. While we tend to stay reserved and laid back (until the prices of our vices increase) we stand proud of those Canadian’s who say what they feel and work to make an impact - Rick Mercer, Pierre Elliot Trudeau and especially Terry Fox. Here’s hoping we spotted you and snapped a photo at the celebrations in either Palmer or Elgin Parks. Stay true, north, strong and free.

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Okami Kai thankful for Talent Show To the Editor, Just a couple of weeks ago, on Thursday, May 21, I was proud and pleased to lead a group of children and adults in participating in the Goodwood Talent Show organized by Uxbridge Township’s Deputy Mayor Bev Northeast. Our group is the Demonstration Team from Okami Kai Karate & Aikido, a family-oriented martial arts studio based out of the Body Fit gym in Uxbridge; we were just one of many acts at this now-regular annual event. Every spring, performers of all ages and walks of life come out to share

their talents in a friendly and noncompetitive atmosphere. We’ve been there several times now; over the years we’ve seen musicians and dancers and singers of many kinds, and poets and of course martial artists too. We’ve seen small children and seniors, sometimes sharing the stage in a single act; we’ve seen people step in front of an audience for the first time ever while others are semiprofessional. All are welcomed, and all share their talents equally. As in prior years, it was a lovely evening of fun and entertainment. And to top it off, it was free, with donations accepted in support of Town-

Thanks for the memories To the Editor,

ship parks in the Goodwood area. We’d like to thank Councillor Northeast and the Township for putting on this event. We hope to join in again next year, and in future years. And we hope lots of other performers and audience members will come too! Public participation, low-cost entertainment and donations for local parks and playgrounds: how often can you support your community in so many ways at once?

A big thank you to the Scugog councillors and Don Stone and the Heritage Committee for voting to retain the authenticity of the Dr. David Archer home. Dr. David Archer started his practice in Port Perry in 1891. In 1897, he was joined by his brother, Dr. Robert Archer. Upon Dr. Robert’s death, Dr. David sold his home and practice to Dr. George Rennie and moved to Oshawa, where he continued to practice until his death in 1939.

Sensei Jonathan Gladstone Demonstration Team Co-ordinator

Robert V. Archer Scugog

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Over one million pennies raised for Habitat for Humanity this summer, July 18 to 20, at Elgin Park. Josh also encourages everyone to ‘Pay It Forward’. He explains, “They can donate two dollars to the Penny House, and get three friends to do the same thing. Everyone can afford two dollars!” Donating online is quick and easy. The catch is that those friends must invite three more friends to each donate two dollars. In ten days, if everyone participates, over $177,000 will be donated. It’s simple math, and could complete the fundraising! Habitat’s “Penny House” account is at the Uxbridge TD Bank in the Vince’s plaza. The account number is 5240588, branch #3184. Coins may be taken to ANY TD bank to be deposited into the Penny House Fund using the account information. Staff at Durham ReStores will issue a tax receipt when the TD deposit receipt is presented. Donations can be made at the Habitat Durham web site, www.habitatdurham.com/donations – click on “Donate Now” then select “Josh’s Penny House Campaign”. Josh wants to thank every person who has donated to the Penny House campaign, and all the businesses that have collection tins. “Everyone has been so generous, and I really appreciate it. Every penny does count!” He’s working with Habitat Durham to compile a list of donors, but wants everyone to know how grateful he is for all their support. Anyone can Pay-It-Forward to help Josh reach his Ten-Million Pennies goal. PENNIES BUILD HOMES: Josh Morrison (left) and his brother Aaron Morrison recently passed the onemillion penny mark in his fundraiser in support of Habitat for Humanity. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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UXBRIDGE: They say, “The first million is the hardest.” For Josh Morrison’s penny campaign to support Habitat for Humanity Durham, it’s taken a year to reach that milestone. Recent donations to the Penny House Fund brought the total over one-million pennies: the balance on May 26 was 1,063,933 pennies! If the saying’s true, then the next million should be easier. His final goal is ten-million pennies ($100,000), the cost to build one home at Habitat Durham’s Centre-Towne. It’s getting harder to find pennies, fifteen months af-

ter they were withdrawn from circulation. The twelve year-old has focussed on pennies, but “any coins, or even bills, are OK.” Public schools in Uxbridge and Stouffville ran penny drives, collecting over 225,000 cents. Businesses and restaurants in Uxbridge and Port Perry have collection tins beside their cash registers. Uxbridge’s Chamber of Commerce invited Josh to speak at a meeting, and several clubs and churches have supported the campaign too. Newmarket healthcare products manufacturer Hollister Inc. raised over 100,000 cents and challenges other businesses to run a similar campaign to meet or beat their total. The young Uxbridge resident will bring his campaign to Uxbridge Ribfest

When the Sultan was king I don’t get excited about too many things, but when a professional sports league holds its annual entry draft, I shift into a different gear. Particularly, I always look forward to the last week in June, because both the NBA and NHL hold their annual entry drafts, where hope springs eternal for even the most hard-luck franchises. I have always been this way. When I was younger, I was truly a die hard NBA fan and would spend countless hours on draftexpress.com and nbadraft.net searching for basketball’s next big thing, instead of say, talking to girls or doing my homework. This took precedent over both endeavours. In the pre-YouTube years of the late 1990s and early 2000s, after the NBA shifted into a more global league, and teams began dispatching scouts to all corners of the Earth in search of the next Dirk Nowitzki or Peja Stojakovic actually getting to see a prospect in action was an adventure in itself. Most of the time, all you could see of a player was a grainy headshot from one Balkan country or another. Still, I would spend hours in search of these dia-

monds in the rough, never knowing where it would lead me. That’s when the Sultan of basketball came into my life. According to the reports of the day, Sultan Kosen stood 7-foot-11, and was discovered by a scout in southeastern Turkey, where he lived on his family farm near the Syrian border. Nevermind that he had never actually played an organized game of basketball, and wasn’t expected to be able to play for another year-and-a-half until he had an operation that would allow him to straighten his knees (after which it was predicted he’d grow to 8-foot-2), which would give him the ability to run before learning how to actually play basketball. As far as I can tell, Sultan Kosen never did play an organized game of basketball at any level. But, he did grow to be 8-foot-3, and has been recognized by the Guiness Book of World Records as the World’s Tallest Man. His story is what was so magical about following the draft at that time, literally anything seemed possible, no matter how ridiculous it may have seemed. This was a time when the future seemed full of pos-

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sibilities with players like Nemanja Aleksandrov, Martynas Andriuskevicius and Nikoloz Tskitishvili, until they actually came to the NBA and it became all too apparent that they were not very good at basketball. In recent years, this trend has reversed and it’s now possible to obtain video of nearly every prospect available for the NBA draft on-line. That’s what made the Raptors picking Bruno Caboclo “the Brazilian Kevin Durant” with the 20th pick so magical for me. All the analysts had to say was that he is “two years away from being two years away” and all the footage they could muster was some grainy highlights that looked like something that may have surfaced from the Latvian Pro League 15 years ago. Will he ever actually play in the NBA? I have no idea, but I will always relish the idea of having my team take a chance on the great unknown.

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Port Perry High School music students share highlights from KATE & MADDIE MACNEIL Special to The Standard

Editor’s note: Earlier this year, music students from Port Perry High School took part in a tour of the United Kingdom, and in an effort to hear from the participants first-hand, The Standard asked that sisters Kate and Maddie MacNeil take a diary of their 10-day trip across the pond to share with our readers.

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Day 1 – After yet another gruelling day of classes, all the music students getting ready for the trip gathered beside two giant coach buses. We had all waited for about a year for this trip and now that its finally here, none of us can really believe it! Some of us haven’t even been on a plane before. Once we took off, everyone was cheering. It’s hard to imagine going to England when you have never been. Oh, I know we have seen all the pictures but this is different. Everyone is at peak energy level. Day 2 – What a gift! This is such an opportunity. I can’t believe we are in the United Kingdom! This is real, but it hardly seems real. I have wanted to go to England my whole life. We are all tired from the plane but very exhilarated. We certainly can’t sleep, and that’s a good thing because we are on the go. From the plane, we head to Salisbury. That Cathedral is a masterpiece of 13th century Gothic architecture. This is also home to the Magna Carta, a document that was the beginning of English law. To think of all the hours of hard work and

planning beforehand to erect this cathedral is difficult to imagine. Then we saw Stonehenge, which is even more difficult to comprehend. It is so beautiful to see in person. It really was a spiritual moment for all of us. There were lots of sheep around too, but they didn’t look like they were impressed at all. We headed back to the hotel in Newport, Wales afterwards and still couldn’t get any sleep on the bus. Energy levels are going down a bit. Day 3 – Today was our trip to Blaenafon where there is the Big Pit National Coal Mining Museum. This reminded me of “Billy Eliot” where you get the genuine feeling of how challenging it is to be a miner. It’s very cold and humid underground. Even though it was claustrophobic, it was fascinating too. Afterwards, Peapods and Eleven performed. They were very loud and impressive. Then we ended up at the Opera house where Jazzmerize and Jazz Injection and Tangent performed four songs each. They sounded amazing. We wandered around later and ran into a lot of slightly inebriated Welshman. They wanted to play rugby with us which was hilarious. Day 4 – Today was Cardiff castle. Suddenly, we are a part of a fairy tale. The architecture is very impressive. We had to climb a lot of very steep steps just to get inside. We are definitely getting our exercise while we are here. After the tours in which we tried to absorb 2,000 years of history, we gathered for a group pho-

to. Back onto the bus for the long ride to Liverpool. We stopped for lunch during the four hour trip. The Beatles Story is a museum of everything Beatle-ish. It’s right at the docks where the giant clock tower overlooks the city. You see it in all the Beatle documentaries. Even for big fans, there was a lot of behind the scenes information including Abbey Road Studio footage. The Casbah Coffee Club is included as well as a replica of the Cavern Club. We are here where John, Paul, George and Ringo started out. After a huge dinner at Café Rouge – Liverpool One, we get back on the bus to Manchester. Day 5 – We are in Manchester. We get to see the Old Trafford Football Grounds. Even to someone who is not an avid footballer, this was very cool. We got to go see where Manchester United prepares for and plays some of the most watched and attended games in the world. We even went through the players’ tunnel to come out onto the pitch. The afternoon was devoted to mall shopping. That was fun, although not a particularly British experience. After dinner, we saw the Matt Ratcliffe Trio (premium jazz!) at the South Derbyshire Music Centre. In between sets, our very own jazz ensembles played a short set. The Trio’s last set even had some of our members join them for a couple of songs. Amazing. Day 6 – None of us can believe that we are half way through our trip! T U R N TO PAG E 1 1

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We don’t want to give in to fatigue when there is so much to see. Today, we have special music clinics at the Coton Green Centre where all of our groups met with Chris Malinson or Adrian Taylor. There was lots of information to take into consideration after that. The afternoon took us to The National Memorial Arboretum, which honours the fallen from all wars. Senior Chamber and Girls Ensemble performed a recital in the Arboretum Chapel. That went well but then we had to rush back to the hotel for an early dinner. We then had our showcase evening Concert featuring all of us: Pea Pods, Jazzmerize, Tangent, Senior Wind Ensemble, Senior Chamber Choir and Girls Ensemble Choir. We had time to meet and greet the audience afterwards. This was a very special evening. We all felt that we had performed well and apparently some of our listeners were so impressed, they actually cried. They said that we did a great job of representing our country. I know that none of us will ever forget this evening. Day 7 – Off to Coventry today to see the Cathedral. We got to warm up inside the Cathedral with the grand piano. The acoustics were incredible. This Cathedral is the third one. The first was destroyed by Henry VIII, and the second in 1940 by the Luftwaffe. This building opened in 1962, so it looks very modern sitting beside the what remains of the second Cathedral. It is beautiful and

sad at the same time. The choral recital went very well. We really felt honoured to be able to perform in such an historically rich place. After a lunch, we toured Warwick Castle which is the finest medieval castle in England. We even saw the dungeon and the torture chamber. After the castle tour, we head to London; the last and biggest city on our tour. Day 8 – LONDON!! We start off with a bus tour that includes Westminster Abbey, Parliament Buildings, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus finishing off at Covent Garden where we got to have lunch. We had a selfguided tour of the Tower of London where you can see the crown jewels, execution site and lots of Beefeaters who will answer questions if you have any. It’s strange to think last summer we were seeing this Tower on television for the Queen’s 60th anniversary! We had a great dinner at Brasserie Blanc just across the street from The Tower. The day still wasn’t over. Next, the London Eye. This is when you really get an opportunity to get a sense of the size, of the history and of the beauty of this incredible city. You can see everything from this bubble hanging in the sky or the largest observation wheel in the world as they called it. We have to come back again some day. Day 9 – It’s Good Friday today so anyone who would like can attend a Good Friday service at Westminister Abbey in the afternoon.

The morning was devoted to dividing into groups that could head to different museums: The British Museum, V&A (Victoria and Albert) or The Natural History Museum. Decisions, decisions… We all meet again at 4 p.m. to head to an early dinner at The Albert. Afterwards, we bus over to the Cambridge Theatre for “Matilda”, the musical presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company. Great show. I still can’t believe we are in London and oh no, we have to go home tomorrow! Day 10 – After our (last) English breakfast, we have to leave. Back to the bus to get to the airport for the 12:05 departure. We are back in Toronto by 2:45 p.m., and sitting outside our beloved Port Perry High School by about 5:30 p.m. I don’t think anyone believes that we are actually back. What do you mean, we had homework? -----------------------------We will never forget this trip. Our whole gang became a tight-knit group that supported each other and bonded during a very special and intense experience. We would like to thank all of our sponsors for making this magical trip possible. Also, our most awesome teachers and chaperones who put up with (hopefully) very little drama. After all, we are all teenagers and artists! Thanks also to the slightly bedraggled group of parents who helped fundraise all year to get us to our now second home. Cheers!

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The 2014-15 COJHL Junior ‘C’ hockey season may still be months away, but local teams continued the evaluation process for incoming players as several local entries took to the ice at Toronto’s MasterCard Centre for the annual TEP Showcase Tournament from June 27 to 29. For the Uxbridge Bruins and Port Perry MoJacks, the tournament served as an opportunity to gauge potential players against increased competition following their recent evaluation camps. “I’m hoping to see character and consistency over the weekend,” Bruins Head Coach Geoff Hodgkinson told The Standard. “I’ve seen things that I haven’t seen so far in the evaluation process, and the idea is to see these kids in a more competitive situation than you’re likely to find at a rookie camp.” The message was the same from newly named MoJacks Head Coach Clair Cornish, as the team brought an entry made up entirely of midget-aged hockey players who may make the jump to junior hockey in the fall. “It’s a learning thing, we want to give our players some exposure, and let them know that this is what junior hockey is like, right down to the officiating,” explained Cornish. Both North Durham entries featured numerous local products as the MoJacks, and Bruins look to cultivate their local minor hockey systems for potential players for next season, and beyond. “We’re looking specifically to fill some holes in our line-up, and groom some hometown kids to hopefully play junior hockey,” said Cornish. “There is a strong group coming up in this area, and we want them to see how the game is more structured at this level, and work on their communication skills on the ice so that when they’re ready to take that next step, they’ll be able to step right in and be leaders.” While Little Britain brought a team to the tournament featuring some players who saw action with the Merchants last

Uxbridge Bruins prospect Alex Williamson keeps a close eye on the play at the TEP Showcase Tournament on Friday, June 27, at the MasterCard Centre in Toronto. The tournament featured entries from four COJHL teams: the Uxbridge Bruins, Port Perry MoJacks, Little Britain Merchants and Georgina Ice as teams continue preparations for the 2014-15 hockey season. season, the tournament offered their staff a chance to see how their veterans and newcomers worked together. “Over the weekend, hopefully we’ll see how some of our rookies look playing with the vets, and hopefully by the time next season rolls around, we’ll have the right mix of newcomers to add in with our established veterans,” Merchants Head Coach Rob Louttit explained to The Standard. Although both Uxbridge and Port Perry struggled on the ice - losing all four games played - the tournament offered coaching staffs the opportunity to see how their players handled adversity on the ice. “More than anything, we want to

see as a staff that these players are coachable and can make the necessary improvements to their game over the course of the weekend,” added Cornish. “These four games will hopefully show us which kids can come in and compete for a roster spot once we open training camp later this summer.” For Hodgkinson and his staff, the message was largely the same, that a consistent effort was at the top of his staff ’s wish list for the weekend. “Our message has stayed the same, we want them to keep competing through adversity, and I think they’ve got it,” said Hodgkinson. “It takes time to gel as a team, and hopefully by the end of the weekend, we’re playing more as a

team and have a solid base heading into training camp.” The Georgina Ice fared the best out of all of the local entries in the tournament, advancing all the way to the championship game where they fell in overtime by a score of 3-2 against the Everest JT Prospects. “Our team had a lot of fun at this tournament last year, and a lot of our players wanted another chance to compete,” Ice Head Coach and GM Steve Sedore said. “We rounded out our roster with some guys that played at a higher level last season, and the results were great and hopefully we can carry over some of this success once the season starts.”

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Double gold on the diamond for Port Perry Angels

The Port Perry Angels recently struck gold in the novice and squirt divisions in a tournament in Port Perry. Eagles, 8-3 to secure the Championship. The Port Perry Squirt girls won their final game in very dramatic fashion, 12-4 against the Kawartha Lakers to take the gold medal. Pitcher and Catcher sensations Gracie Jones and Alyssa Kelly stole the show with 14 strikeouts in the final game and 37 for the tournament. Pitcher Kay-

len Gagnon and Catcher Jenna O’Halloran came in for relief in game four to shut down the final two innings to put the team into the final. Lily Jones’ first home run of the season and Paiton Choy’s double play were both pivotal against the Whitby Eagles to help the team to an undefeated record for the tournament.

Lumberjacks off to softball Nationals DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

The Lake Scugog Lumberjacks booked their tickets to the Under18 Men’s National Softball Championships with a strong performance in a qualifier tournament in Tavistock over the weekend. The Jacks opened their tournament with a 13-0 drubbing of Charing Cross, and kept up their winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Grand Valley in their second match-up of the weekend. Jeff St. Pierre picked up his third win of the weekend as the Jacks dominated Napanee 8-1 to maintain their undefeated record, and officially book their

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ticket to the National Championships. Sunday saw the Jacks drop a 6-2 decision to Teeswater in a battle of undefeated teams. Then, the Jacks were downed by the host entry from Tavistock in the semifinals by a final score of 6-4. St. Pierre was honoured as the top pitcher of the tournament as he posted several dazzling outings on the mound for Port Perry. The Jacks will now set their sights on the Under-18 National Championships, to be contested from August 5 to 10 in Gander, Newfoundland, hoping to improve on a bronze medal showing at the 2013 Nationals.

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nesses about the new restriction; signs must also include warnings about the dangers associated with tanning bed use. Operators will also be required to ask for proof of age identification. “Once the appropriate signage has been received from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care, Health Department staff will deliver copies to all tanning services in Durham Region that are already being inspected for infection prevention and control practices,” explained Ms. Kwan. “Tanning services not registered with the Health Department are required to report to the Health Department before beginning operation.” The new legislation also provides a 60-day grace period for anyone selling

tanning services or ultraviolet light services for tanning to report to their local health unit. After this grace period, all tanning services must be reported to local health units before beginning operation. Area tanning services should report their operation to Durham Region Health Department in writing. Operators can e-mail this information to ehl@durham.ca, or send the information by Canada Post to Durham Region Health Department, IDPC, 101 Consumers Drive, Whitby, ON, L1N 1C4. For more information on Ontario’s new Skin Cancer Prevention Act, please visit durham.ca or ontario.ca/uvrsmart, or call the Health Department’s Environmental Help Line at 1-888-777-9613.

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MIDWIVES FOLLOW THROUGH: Janis Dalacker, Jerrylyn Guevarra, Tifanny Haidon and Alison Corr of the Uxbridge Community Midwives threw their sixth annual reunion picnic in Elgin Park recently. Over fifty families took part, and all were elated to stay in-touch and visit over snacks and refreshment. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

The kids are not alright There’s a lot of talk about children’s mental health these days. We’ve all heard the stats: One in five Canadian children has a diagnosable mental health issue. Youth mental disorders rank second in hospital expenditure care in Canada. Despite all the attention this issue receives, the truth is many more children have milder but significant social, emotional, and behavioural problems that may go unnoticed by parents. “The problem is many parents don’t see their children in the stats,” confirms Dr. Wendy Craig, a psychology professor at Queen’s University. “They assume if their child had a mental health issue, they’d know about it.” Mental health is often considered an all-or-nothing issue. “The perception is that your child’s either fine, or they’re suffering from serious mental illness.” In fact, Craig explains, mental health should be viewed on a continuum, with extreme mental wellness or illness at each end. As children develop, their mental wellbeing fluctuates. And genetics and biology aside, the degree to which kids slide to one extreme or the other throughout their lives depends largely on one important factor: the quality of their relationships. Studies show that a positive parent-child relationship, in particular, may be the key to kids’ long-term mental wellness. Unfortunately, it seems Canadian parents are missing out on fostering this significant mental health asset. In a recent global study comparing children’s well-being in 29 countries, Canadian kids lag in the bottom third for relationships with both parents and peers. “These findings suggest our kids aren’t necessarily talking to us about how they’re feeling,” says Craig. “This can lead to a lot of misconceptions about what impacts their mental well-being.” That’s the idea behind a new mental wellness campaign developed by Companies Committed to Kids (CCK), a notfor-profit that promotes kids’ social, physical, and mental health. The campaign highlights how everyday stressors in kids’ lives contribute to diminished mental wellness, and the important role parents play. “The aim was to challenge parents’ assumptions about what impacts kids’ mental well-being,” explains CCK president, Bev Deeth. “We wanted to create a relatable, sliceof-life scenario to help parents understand how what they do and say can be beneficial or detrimental to their child’s mental health.” The campaign takes a preventative approach, offering simple tips and strategies that parents can access online at longlivekids.ca, to help support positive parent-child interactions. Deeth underscores the importance of helping parents recognize that by taking the time to really connect with their kids, they’re actually engaging in long-term mental health promotion. Dr. Craig agrees. “Parents need to understand they can buffer their kids against future mental health challenges. Where mental health is concerned, relationships matter. And when it comes to kids’ mental health, parents’ relationships with their children matter the most.” Courtesy of News Canada

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JESSIE ELIZABETH “Betty” READER After a short illness, on Friday, June 27, 2014 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 90. Betty (nee Watson), beloved wife of the late Nelson Reader of Scugog Island. Loved mother of Ray Reader and his wife Sherry of Port Perry and Janet Reader Day and her husband Ralph Day of Picton. Loving grandmother of Gene Day, Adrienne Reader, Christina Reader, and Allison Reader. Pre deceased by her sister Mary England and her husband Harold. The family of Betty Reader will receive friends at the Scugog Island United Church (19100 Island Road, Port Perry), on Thursday, July 3, 2014 from 10 – 11 a.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held at 11 a.m. with Michelle Hofman officiating. If desired memorial donations may be made by cheque through the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) to the Scugog Island United Church. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com

DAVID KNOWLES “ROSIE” ROSE Peacefully, on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at his home in Nestleton with family and friends, at age 61. Dave Rose, cherished husband of Catherine (nee Garrison). Loved stepfather of Joseph Marlow and his wife Carrie of Little Britain. Loving grandfather of Ethan and Leah. Dear brother of Barbara and her husband Mike Tarbuck, John Rose and Pat Rose all of Oshawa. Beloved uncle of Sarah, Kirsten (Randy), Katrina (Colin), William and Glen and many great nieces and nephews. The family of Dave Rose received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Tuesday, July 1st from 6 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life was held in the Chapel on Wednesday, July 2nd at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com

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MARILYN ELIZABETH HALL After a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, June 29, 2014, at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 78. On her way to Heaven. To know her was to love her! Marilyn (nee Davis), beloved wife of Jim Hall of Lindsay, formerly of Port Perry. Loving mother of Laurie and her husband Stephen Marchen of Omemee, and Katherine and her husband Paul Taylor of Barrie. Loved grandmother Derek Marchen, and Willow and Laurel Taylor. Predeceased by her brother Peter Davis of Oshawa. The family of Marilyn Hall will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Monday, July 7th from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Paul Reed officiating. A reception in the Heritage Room of the Funeral Home will follow. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation in Lindsay. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www. waggfuneralhome.com

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To solve a Sudoku puzzle every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: Each of the nine vertical columns, Each of the nine horizontal rows, Each of the nine 3 x 2 boxes. Remember no number can occur more than one in any row; column or box. Copyright © 2008 Knight Features/Distributed by Universal Press Syndicate

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www.thestandardnewspaper.ca CLOTHING OPTIONAL By Jill Pepper ACROSS 1 Had upward mobility? 5 Change with the scenery 10 Old TV show set in Korea 14 Minute quantity 15 Beach towel material 16 ___ mater 17 Slash mark? 18 Wiser partner 19 They may get stepped on 20 “Rough ride ahead!” 23 Attest 24 It’s fit for a queen 25 Engaged in banter 28 Goat seen on treks 30 “No” voter 31 Shipwreck locator 33 History-book chapter 36 “Don’t get so excited!” 40 Prophetic gift, for short 41 Stave off 42 Group of troops, collectively 43 “Begone!” 44 Shortcuts for ships 46 Geologic time period 49 Narrow groove 51 “Get ready for hard times” 57 Roll call reply 58 Waterproof coverings 59 Butter look-alike 60 Tabloid twosome 61 Dressing dispenser 62 It dissolved in December 1991 63 Docket item 64 Promotes heavily 65 It might have a lot of problems DOWN 1 They’re cold-blooded 2 Unhinged 3 “Just to name a few” abbr.

Lego at the Scugog Library SCUGOG: The Scugog Memorial Public Library is pleased to announce the details of the third annual Lego Engineering Contest. The contest began in the summer of 2012 and was an opportunity for Scugog’s youth to exhibit their ingenuity and creativity using the world’s most popular building toy, Lego. In past years, we have seen children build moving robots, scenes from their favourite movies and books, animals, airplanes and spaceships, monster trucks… even versions of the CN Tower and Scugog’s Municipal Offices. Over 40 Lego sculptures were entered in the competition in 2013 and all were placed on display for the public to view. This year, the library is inviting children of all ages to show-off their creativity once again! There are four categories in which people can enter.

The Youth category is for children that are eight years old and younger. This year, there is a Tween category for the nine to 12 year-olds of Scugog. As always, there is a Teen category for builders that are 13 to 18 years of age. And, for the adults that want to get involved, there is the Family Effort category, which can be a team of two or more family members, of any age! Anyone who wished to submit a Lego sculpture must drop their creations off at the library on Thursday, July 3, between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. The exhibit will be on display in the library for the public to see from Saturday, July 5, until Friday, July 11. Entry forms are available now at the Information Desk of the library. For more information call the library at 905-985-7686, extension 101.

Durham Creative Contest awards 4 Custody 5 Made amends 6 Mouth formation 7 Extreme passion 8 Fly, to a spider 9 Neophyte 10 Keanu Reeves film (with “The”) 11 “Hello” or “Goodbye” 12 Bit of mudslinging 13 “___ la vista, baby!” 21 Verb in IOU 22 Organs males lack 25 “Raging Bull” pugilist LaMotta 26 Small Federal Reserve notes 27 Procedure part 28 “Meet Me ___ Louis” 29 “___! Humbug!” 31 Animal fat 32 “Bobby Hockey”

Horoscope Column ARIES (March 20-April 19): Extremely intuitive, you must learn to trust your own gut feelings. Your concepts and ideals are in a process of change. Allow yourself time and space to commune with nature. TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Your compassion is aroused and you want to make a worthwhile contribution to the world. Join a spiritual study group or get together with like-minded people. You are discovering who your true friends are. GEMINI (May 20-June 21): There could be some uncertainly associated with your current job (mergers, lay-offs, etc). A promised promotion may not have come through. Find a job that better suits your creative talents. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pursue art, crafts, music, dance, acting, photography or another creative hobby. Be tolerant of the other person’s point of view and learn and observe all that you can. Vacation by the sea. Enjoy the ocean and the sea air. LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): Finances tend to be uncertain; including money owed to you or money you share with your partner. In all matters having to do with business, insurance, pensions or property, honesty is the best policy. VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): You may have to sacrifice your own needs in favour of your partner’s. Go with the flow, let the relationship evolve. Avoid saviour/victim relationships. You could meet someone who is on the same spiritual path.

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LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): If you work for practical and financial reasons only and do not enjoy your job, consider changing to one that gives you greater personal satisfaction. Some Libras will get involved in helping and healing areas. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22): Do what you love and the money will come. Turn a creative hobby into a well paying job. Since the tendency now is to view the world through rose- coloured glasses, stay in tune with your practical nature. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Fung Shui your home and create more open spaces. Turn it into a comfortable place in which to retreat. Share your thoughts and feelings with your family. Solve family problems during this time of emotional healing. CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Almost psychic in your ability to pick up other people’s thoughts, your whole way of thinking is going through a transformation. You are becoming more aware of spiritual truths. AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): Your values are changing, as you undergo a fundamental change of attitude toward your material possessions. Be practical and disciplined in all financial transactions. Earn money through holistic areas. ! PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may want to help someone in less fortunate circumstances, but should not let anyone be too dependent on you. In turn, you should not rely too heavily on anyone else. If your energy level is low, check out vitamins.

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NORTH DURHAM: In conjunction with Durham Region’s 40th anniversary, Creative Contest awards were handed out at Durham Regional Council’s meeting on Wednesday, June 25. “On behalf of Regional Council, congratulations to the students on this achievement,” said Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “You have demonstrated your creativity and appreciation for Durham Region’s 40th anniversary—for this, you should be very proud. I would also like to acknowledge everyone who submitted an entry to the contest.” In celebration of the Region’s 40th anniversa-

ry, secondary school students, who live in Durham Region, were invited to submit a short creative work celebrating life in Durham. Entries could include an essay, poem or story, a webpage, original song, photo composition or video. The award recipients were: • Eric Osborne, Connor DuPont and Thomas Robinson, students at Clarington Central Secondary School, who won the first place prize of a black GoPro camera for their video, titled “Chasing a Summer Sunset.” • Liam Jose, a student at O’Neill Collegiate & Vocational Institute in Oshawa, who was the second place winner, receiv-

ing a silver GoPro camera for his poem, titled “Life in Durham.” • Denbeigh Whitmarsh, a student at Port Perry High School, who won the third prize of a white GoPro camera for her poem, titled “For the Love of Durham.” Two honourable mentions went to Quin Ellul from Ajax for his video, titled “Audley Skatepark Celebration;” and William Hunt from Pickering for his poem, titled “Who is My Neighbour?” To learn more about how the Region of Durham came to be the strong community it is today, please visit the special section on the Region’s web site, www.durham.ca.

Energy Management prioritized SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog will continue taking steps to go green, and save some money while doing it. The Energy Management Plan (EMP) aims to bring Scugog in-line with the Green Energy Act, regulated by the Ontario Government in 2009 - by reducing consumption, releasing less green house hasses, and reporting all energy use to the provincial government. Over the next five years, the Township will embark on plans to replace highpressure sodium streetlights with energy efﬁcient LED bulbs, use high efﬁciency HVAC systems in new buildings, educating it’s staff in energy conservation awareness, and by instituting new sustainability

guidelines for future homes and factories built within the Secondary Plan. With an energy bill of $1,135,964 for services such as electricty, diesel, gasoline, and natural gas in 2011, the predicted spike in oil and electricity prices can be mitigated by continuing improvment of energy conservation methods. Some of the possible strategies which were mentioned include the conversion of Towship fleet vehicles to biodeisel blends, the purchase and maintenance of energy efficient vehicles, and working with the Ontario Federation of Municipalities to gain monetary incentives for green technology.

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UXBRIDGE: Summer is upon us, and the second annual Uxbridge Music and Arts Festival is just around the corner! The day-long event that drew a crowd of over 500 to Elgin Park last year returns for a day of music, painting and outdoor excitement. Organizers Mark Givelas and Mike Koziuk have announced the festival to take place on Saturday, July 12 at noon - in Elgin Park, located at 180 Main St. South. A large turn out is expected, as well as more musicians on-stage, and additional events to revel in. Expanding on last year’s crowd-painted graffiti mural, the group is hoping to introduce a new sculpture area and multiple food and merchandise vendors. Last year’s concert saw 13 local artists jam on-stage for halfan-hour each - and Mr. Givelas and Mr. Koziuk are hoping to bring musicians from Port Perry and Stouffville into the fold. After raising $400 for the Ryan Waters Foundation and Africycle in 2013, the organizers hope to double or triple their fundraising efforts in support of the local and worldwide charities. Tickets will be $10 pre-sale, or $15 at the door - bring a bicycle to donate to Africycle for free admission! For further information on volunteering, performing, or presenting art work - please e-mail uxmafvolunteer@gmail.com.

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UXBRIDGE: Council passed a motion at their meeting on the evening of Monday, June 23 that will see the Uxbridge Music Hall move forward with more than $140,000 in repairs this summer. The bulk of the repairs at the 113-year-old performing arts centre will focus on the second floor balcony that has been closed since structural issues arose this past spring. The balcony was closed after it was found that in some places, it is pulling away from the wall. According to Public Works Director Ben Kester, the repairs will be undertaken this summer, with the Music Hall closed from July 21 to Sept. 5 to complete the necessary work. Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor noted that while the price tag for the repairs might high, the outcome could have been much worse had the issues not been detected this past spring. “It’s a lot of money, however it’s cheap when you look at what could have happened,” commented Mayor O’Connor. “We’ll get that done in the summer and then it should be good for another 100 years.” According to a report from Mr. Kester, the $142,000 project was awarded to Heritage Restoration Inc., with the funding being provided from the township’s Future Capital Reserve Fund.

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“This is how careers end” TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION Directed by Michael Bay (BOMB) Watching this ridiculous movie which at 165 minutes, is about 165 minutes too long, I really began to wonder about the state of the movies in North America. A group of professional, unionized writers wrote this movie. More than two hundred million dollars was spent on the picture. I can imagine a script meeting going something like this. “So we need to blow stuff up. We need to open the film, and start blowing stuff up. Because that is what the audience has come to see, stuff blown up. Not the actors, not even Mark Wahlberg, but stuff getting blown up. You know? Nothing else matters but stuff getting blown up. I mean we can do car chases, we can do fires, we can have the machines becoming the robots, but the most important thing about this movie is stuff blowing up!!” says the writer. Then the director, a hack adds, “Yes and in be-

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by John Foote tween stuff blowing up, we can have more stuff blowing up.” And that is what you get in this terrible, stupid movie that insults your intelligence from the moment it begins. The “story” does not even matter because it is all about warring robots from outer space who have been in hiding on earth. And despite the fact the previous three films seemed to have ended the wars, we have yet another one!! Big surprise!!! So for 165 minutes, 165 loud minutes we see, guess, what? Yep, stuff getting blown up. What is Mark Wahlberg doing in this movie? The guy has done a great job forging an impressive career and is now an Oscar nominated actor and producer, and this is what he chooses to do? Give your head a shake dude ... this

is how careers end. In the world of Michael Bay, less a director than an explosion engineer, a director of chases and stunts, all that matters is noise and motion. Performances have meant nothing in his films, not ever, and this one is no exception. It has been a very long time since I saw a film that was offensive and just bad, and this is it. You folks pay money for movies, I do not. Yet I still felt ripped off because that 165 minutes I will never get back I could have spent time with my daughters, my friend Carolyn, I could have wrote, I could have booked a root canal, I could have sat down for coffee with someone I dislike intensely, I could have allowed someone to gouge my eyes out, and yet I endured this nightmare of a movie. They can never give me back the 165 minutes I wasted watching this piece of garbage. There is actually a clue to the film in the title. In the word extinction we can hear the word stink ... perfect. If I see a film worse than this over the course of the next six months I will be astonished. A horrific nightmare.

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INTERNATIONAL “NEIL DIAMOND” SHOW COMES TO TOWN HALL 1873 THEATRE

Neil Diamond fans are in for a treat when the international touring artist Mark Thomas brings his amazing live show “Neil Diamond: The Greatest Hits Tribute” to the 1873 Town Hall Theatre in Port Perry on Saturday July 26 @ 8:00pm. Thomas has performed in theatres across North America and Europe and is highly regarded for his portrayal of Neil, which captures both the look and striking Baritone voice of Diamond himself.

Thomas performs an audience interactive show, and backed by a live band, he performs all of Neil Diamonds classic hits including “Song Sung Blue”, “Cracklin Rosie”, “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers”, “Hello Again”, “America”, “I’m A Believer”, “Girl, You’ll Be A Woman Soon” “I Am...I Said” “Shilo” “Holly Holy” and of course “Sweet Caroline” amongst the many audience favourites. Tickets to see the “Neil Diamond: The Greatest Hits Tribute” at the Town Hall 1873 Theatre in Port Perry on Saturday July 26 at 8:00pm are on sale now, value-priced at only $32 (all inclusive). Tickets are available at the theatre box ofﬁce, 302 Queen Street Port Perry, via phone # 905-985-8181 or online at www.TownHall1873. ca Seating is limited to 240 seats, so it is recommended that theatre patrons purchase their tickets early!

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Acclaimed Quebecois ensemble, Le Vent du Nord, (the North Wind) return to Uxbridge on Sunday, July13, for a free performance at the Elgin Park Rotary Bandshell from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The multiple-award winning quartet combine tight harmonies with a variety of instruments (hurdy-gurdy, guitar, accordions, fiddle, piano, bouzouki) and polyrhythmic foot-tapping. Their repertoire is an infectious blend of original and traditional songs, delivered with wit, exuberance and the intimacy of a kitchen party. Since its inception in 2002, the quartet has played over 100 concerts a year across Europe and North America, receiving

critical acclaim and leaving adoring fans in their wake. Perhaps the Syracuse News Time put it best: “If you’ve seen them before, you already know. And if you’ve never seen them, words won’t do them justice Le Vent du Nord is one of the best bands touring today, no matter your musical taste.” So grab some chairs or a blanket and come to Elgin Park to be blown away by a “North Wind”. The concert is free, but non-perishable donations to the Uxbridge Loaves & Fishes Food Bank will be welcomed. Parking will be available off of Elgin Park Dr. The event is hosted by the Uxbridge Rotary Club and sponsored by Red Raven Marketing.

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