Vol. 10 No. 48
YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER COVERING NORTH DURHAM
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2014
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The Bonner Boys were one of the many community groups taking part in the 54th annual Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade as it rolled through downtown on the morning of Saturday, Nov. 22. For more photos of this year’s Parade, see page 10 of this week’s Standard. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
UXBRIDGE: Police are searching for a male suspect after a local drug store was robbed at gunpoint last week. According to police, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a lone suspect entered the Shoppers Drug Mart on Toronto St. South, pointed a gun at the pharmacy employees and demanded narcotics. After receiving an undisclosed quantity of narcotics, he fled the store on foot. More than a dozen patrons and employees were in the store at the time. No one was physically injured during the robbery. The suspect is described as male, white, mid 40’s, 5’11” tall with a medium build. He was wearing a black, hooded sweatshirt with the hood up, blue jeans, black boots, sunglasses and a white bandana covering his face. This incident marks the latest armed robbery in Uxbridge in recent months. Coffee Time in downtown Uxbridge was robbed at knifepoint in September, and two weeks later, the Daisy Mart convenience store on Quaker Village Dr. was held up at gunpoint. Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to call Det. McKinnon of the Major Crime Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 5362. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS) or on the web site at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Councillors busy prepping for their inaugural meeting next week BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: The new term is right around the corner, and the township’s newly-elected council is working alongside staff and getting ready to serve their constituents over the next four years. Training classes and educational workshops began last week, and will continue through until Monday, Dec. 1, when Mayor-elect Tom Rowett will be officially given the chains of office during a special ceremony. According to Scugog Clerk, Chris Harris, “Staff will be sitting down with the new Council to review the books and budgets, and to offer insight into municipal law, risks, responsibilities.”
Other priority topics include the methodology behind how the township must work with local conservation authorities, and insurance agencies. Former Mayor Chuck Mercier and Mayor-Elect Tom Rowett have met on a couple of occasions and, according to staff, are working closely to share advice and visions for Scugog Township. “The new mayor will be sent away for some head of council training from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario,” said Scugog CAO Ian Roger. “The courses mostly deal with the proper procedures and roles during a council meeting, the what duties the mayor holds in public events, and how to facilitate teamwork.” The swearing-in ceremony will take place inside the
Blackstock Rec Centre Hall, located at 3440 Church St., at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 1. The ceremony, which is open to the public, will feature several speeches as well as refreshments. “We have moved the ceremony to the larger venue this term, to ensure that there are enough seats and accommodations,” said Mr. Roger. “We’re expecting a large turn-out of supporters, family and local business owners - and we discovered on election night, Oct. 27, that the council chambers may not be large enough.” Scugog Township’s new Mayor and councillors will take their seats at 10 a.m. on Dec. 8, during their inaugural meeting inside the chambers of the Municipal Office, located at 181 Perry St.
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Thurs., November 27, 2014 Children’s Old Fashioned Christmas – December 7th at the Scugog Shores Museum Village visit www.scugogshoresmuseum.com for details. MEETINGS, PROCLAMATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS Council / Committee Meetings December 1st, 2014
*Inaugural Council Meeting at 1:30 p.m., the Inaugural Council Meeting will be held at the Blackstock Recreation Centre (3440 Church St., Blackstock)
December 8th, 2014
Council Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
December 15th, 2014
Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Please note the meetings noted above are open to the public and will be held at 181 Perry St., Port Perry unless noted differently.
Proclamations for the Month of November Pulmonary Hypertension Month - November
PUBLIC NOTICES Inaugural Meeting of Council – December 1st
The Inaugural meeting of the newly elected Council will be held on Monday, December 1st at 1:30 p.m. at the Blackstock Recreation Centre (3440 Church St., Blackstock). This is an open meeting and the public is invited to attend.
Appointment of Citizens to Board and Committees for the Term January 2015 to December 2018
In January, 2015, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Scugog will be appointing members of the public to fill vacancies on local boards and committees. Each board and committee has a specific mandate and generally meets monthly or on an as required basis. Membership appointments are for a four year term. In order to qualify you must be an eligible voter in the Township of Scugog (18 years of age and a Canadian Citizen). Youth members are encouraged to participate on all advisory committees as non-voting members. All applicants must complete the relevant form available at the Clerk’s Department, Township of Scugog, 181 Perry St., Port Perry or on the website at www.scugog.ca. Deadline for receipt of completed application forms is December 23, 2014. Advisory Committees •Accessibility Advisory Committee - 11 members •Blackstock Recreation Advisory Committee - 8 members •Durham Trails - 1 member •Economic Development Advisory Committee - 9 members •Grants Advisory - 4 members •Heritage & Museum Advisory Committee - 9 members •Public Art Advisory Committee - 6 members •Scugog Memorial Public Library Board * Please complete specific application form for Library Board appointments - 8 members (including one voting youth member) •Scugog Seniors Advisory Committee - 13 members •Scugog Sports Hall of Fame Committee - 9 members •Waterfront Advisory – Phase 2 - 4 members •Youth Advisory - TBD upon applications received Quasi-Judicial Committees •Committee of Adjustment/Property Standards/Animal Services - 3 members / 1 alternate •Durham Region Land Division Committee - 1 member Further information related to these appointments may be obtained by calling the Clerk’s Department at 905-985-7346.
Do You Have A Generator?
In view of the increasing weather-related power outages that we are experiencing, the Township of Scugog Emergency Municipal Control Group would like to create a database as to who has back-up generators. If you are a business owner with a generator, do you have a back up generator? If so, is it gas or diesel powered? How many hours would you be able to continue normal operations using your back up generator? Please contact the Township of Scugog Fire Department to let us know. We are interested in compiling a list of locations with portable generators that could potentially be used as a warming centre in the event of an extended power outage. Fire Department contact information 905-985-2384 or jbjorklund@scugog.ca The Township of Scugog Fire Department would like to remind all residents and business owners to consider installing a backup generator in the event of a power outage. Please ensure that portable generators are only used outdoors and carefully located to ensure that fumes do not enter the residence. Also please ensure that a carbon monoxide detector with battery backup is installed.
PUBLIC NOTICES Municipal Parking Lot #2 - Joe Fowler Park Winter Closure
Please be advised that the Township of Scugog will be closing Municipal Parking Lot #2 at the Joe Fowler Park for the 2014-2015 winter season, beginning on November 15, 2014. The parking lot will be scheduled to re-open on April 15, weather depending. There will be no winter maintenance provided, including plowing and sanding, at parking lot #2 due to the low volume of usage during the winter season at the Joe Fowler Park. Closing the parking lot during the winter saves staff, vehicle and material costs which can be better served at higher used parking lots. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at works@scugog.ca
Bridge Closure – River Street (Seagrave)
Please be advised the bridge located on River Street in Seagrave is closed for bridge repairs until further notice. The bridge will be open for pedestrian traffic only. For more information please contact the Township of Scugog Public Works Department at 905-985-7346 ext. 112 or email works@scugog.ca.
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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Current Employment Opportunities
The Township of Scugog has the following Employment Opportunities available. Visit www.scugog.ca to view the posting. •Director of Community Services – posting closes November 28th, 2014 •Chief Building Official Facilities Coordinator – posting closes November 28th, 2014 Please submit a covering letter and resume by 4:30 p.m. by the date noted to the Office of the CAO via email: lfitton@scugog.ca, mail to 181 Perry St., PO Box 780, Port Perry, ON L9L 1A7 or fax: 905-985-9914. The Township of Scugog is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
2015 Recreation Programs – Employment Opportunities
The Community Services Department has several employment opportunities for the 2015 Recreational Programs. To view job postings visit www.scugog.ca (Employment Opportunities). •Part Time Skating Instructor – posting closes December 5th, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. •March Break Camp – posting closes December 12th, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. •2015 Aquatic Supervisor – posting closes January 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. •2015 Summer Camp Supervisor - posting closes January 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. •2015 Summer Camp Counsellor - posting closes January 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. •Lifeguard - posting closes January 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. •Part Time Lifeguard - posting closes January 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Submit your cover letter and resume indicating the position you are applying for to skelly@scugog.ca or drop it off at Scugog Community Recreation Centre (1655 Reach St., Port Perry). NOTE: We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment and is pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Township of Scugog is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
EVENTS “The Ultimate Hockey Experience” Scugog Shores Heritage Centre & Archives on Display September 15 – December 19, 2014 Available for public viewing for the first time, ‘The Ultimate Hockey Experience’ is every hockey
fans dream! The exhibit features thousands of original photographs, artwork and memorabilia from the vast personal collection of Doug McLatchy aka ‘The Hockey Historian’. This is a unique opportunity to view the history of Canada’s favourite sport all in one location.
EVENTS The Scugog Shores Heritage Centre & Archives is located at 1655 Reach St., Port Perry, inside the Scugog Arena on the 2nd floor. Regular hours of operation are Tuesday – Sunday from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Regular admission is $4 for adults, $3 for students/seniors, $2 for children 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Please contact us for rates for school programs and group tours. For more information call 905-985-8698 x 103 or email museum@scugog.ca www.scugogshoresmuseum.com.
Annual Snowflake Sale at the Scugog Memorial Public Library– November 22nd to December 20th
A unique opportunity to purchase handcrafted items from local artisans and support the Library. Visit us from November 22nd to December 20th, during regular library hours, for an opportunity to browse and buy a wide variety of handcrafted items created by local artists and artisans from displays throughout the library. Visit www.scugoglibrary.ca for more details.
Old Time Christmas Crafts – November 29th
Come and join us for Old-Time Christmas Crafts at the Scugog Memorial Public Library on Saturday, November 29th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Make your own orange pomanders, Victorian Christmas cards and holiday decorations. Snacks will be provided. Children aged 5-10 years old, $5.00 per child. Pre-registration required, please contact the Library at 905-985-7686.
Port Perry Santa Claus Parade – December 6th
The annual Port Perry Santa Claus Parade is set for Saturday, December 6th starting at 5:00 p.m. The Scugog Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Port Perry Lions Club brings you the 2014 parade, this year’s theme is Christmas Present, Past, Future. Visit www.scugogchamber.ca for more information.
Children’s Old-Fashioned Christmas – December 7th
Step back in time and tour through the historic village on Sunday, December 7th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a Children’s Old Fashioned Christmas. The village will be traditionally decorated for the holidays with evergreen boughs, bright ribbons and berries. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the village, including a visit from Santa Claus. For more details visit www.scugogshoresmuseum.com .
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERISM The Township of Scugog’s Corporate Plan highlights the importance of Community Engagement and Quality of Life (Strategic Direction #7) with a goal of encouraging all residents to participate in the ongoing life of the community. Volunteering is a great way to be involved in the community and there are many volunteer organizations in Scugog. This area will highlight volunteer organizations and volunteer opportunities.
Lions Clubs (Blackstock, Greenbank and Port Perry) The Lions Clubs in Scugog include the Blackstock, Greenbank and Port Perry clubs and are part of the world’s largest service organization with members serving their communities in 209 countries. The Lions motto is We Serve.
Scugog is fortunate to have three local clubs serving our community for details on club activities and initiatives visit their websites (details follow). If interested in joining the Lions Club, contact one of the local clubs. Blackstock Lions Club www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/blackstock Greenbank Lions Club www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/greenbank Port Perry Lions Club www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/portperry
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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UP TO THE CHALLENGE: Victory Christian Centre’s One Ton Challenge was a huge success over the weekend, as the Port Perry church collected well over three tons of food to aid in restocking the shelves at the Operation Scugog Food Bank. VCC would like to thank the generous residents of Port Perry and Prince Albert for their contributions. The Operation Scugog Food & Gift Drive is ongoing, see Page 17 for more times and locations where donations will be accepted. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Recount confirms Beach’s Ward 1 win DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
UXBRIDGE: Pam Beach was declared the winner of the race to become Uxbridge’s Ward 1 Councillor for a second time last week, as the results of a recount held up the original decision in the recent municipal election. The recount was conducted at Uxbridge Town Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 18 - and as Township Clerk Debbie Leroux predicted prior to the recount taking place - the results were exactly the same as on Election Day with Beach winning by 22 votes over longtime Councillor Bev Northeast, who had represented the ward since 1991. The process lasted approximate-
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On Monday, Dec. 1, Ms. Beach and the rest of the newly-elected council be sworn into their positions at a special inaugural meeting of council, which is slated to begin at 7 p.m. Ward 4 Councillor Fred Bryan is the only other new face behind the bench, with Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Regional Councillor Jack Ballinger, Pat Molloy (Ward 2), Pat Mikuse (Ward 3) and Gord Highet (Ward 5) returning to their positions on council. “There is so much to be accomplished over the next four years,” Ms. Beach told The Standard. “I’m excited to be representing the entire township, but my first allegiance is to the residents of Ward 1.”
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The Standard 100 WOMEN SUPPORT MANY MORE: (From left) Ginger Jackson, Janet McGhee, Dorie McDonald, Anne Kewley, Heather Chapman and Margaret Ayres celebrated the ir inaugural donation of $6,700 from the Scugog chapter of 100 Women Who Care, to the North House centre’s Wrap-around Program, which aims to eliminate homelessness in North Durham. Visit the group’s web site for more info: 100WomenScugog.ca. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
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Festive R.I.D.E. campaign has strong start DURHAM: To help combat drinking and driving this holiday season, the Durham Regional Police Service launched its 2014-2015 Festive R.I.D.E. campaign on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the Landmark Cinemas in Whitby. Joined by the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Durham Chapter, members of the DRPS Traffic Services Branch kicked off the annual campaign that aims to keep Durham Region roads safe for the citizens in its communities. Police Chief Paul Martin and Oshawa Mayor and Police Services Board member John Henry brought greetings and stressed the importance of the campaign. DRPS has earned the reputation as having one of the best Festive R.I.D.E. teams in Ontario removing 532 impaired drivers off of local roads during the holiday season over the past four years. Last year, despite terrible winter weather, DRPS’ R.I.D.E. members arrested 107 impaired drivers and issued 100 Licence Suspensions. GO Transit, Durham Transit, Durham EMS, and the OPP were well
represented at the media event and pledged their support of the Festive R.I.D.E. Campaign. Michelle Crabb of MADD Durham helped present Constable Dean Birmingham the MADD Officer of the Year Award for his dedication in the fight against impaired driving in Durham Region. DRPS officers began the campaign on the night of Thursday, Nov. 20, and will continue until early January to keep roads safe throughout Durham Region. Week One of the campaign concentrated on Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa and Clarington with the following totals: - 1,063 vehicles were stopped by R.I.D.E. - 52 people were given Roadside Breath Tests. - 11 people received “3 Day Suspensions� for registering a “WARN.� - 2 Novice Drivers with a BAC over zero received a 24-hour Licence Suspension. - 15 people were charged with Drinking and Driving Offences. - 21 Criminal Code Charges were laid against the 15 people charged.
- 8 G1 G2 / Young Driver License Holder Breaches of No Alcohol Condition. - 33 charged with various Highway Traffic Act offences. - 3 Arrests for Drug Offences resulting in 2 charges. - 1 Criminal Code Arrest resulting in 1 charge. A complete list of those charged with Impaired/Exceed will be posted on the DRPS web site later this week at www.drps.ca under Hot Topics. Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, anyone charged with a drinking and driving criminal offence will have his or her driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for 7 days. Durham Regional Police would like to advise all motorists that drinking and driving will not be tolerated on our streets. Please use alternate ways to get home including Go Transit, Durham Transit, Taxi or a Designated Driver Service. For more information regarding the Festive R.I.D.E. campaign, contact D/Cst. Dave Ashfield of the Traffic Services Branch at 1-888- 5791520, ext. 5226.
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NORTH DURHAM BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly A first for Blackstock! On Monday, Dec. 1, at 1:30 p.m., the inaugural meeting of the new Scugog Council will be held at the Blackstock Recreational Centre. Everyone is welcome, so do show your interest and have our community well represented at this special meeting. The Cartwright School Community Council is very excited to be hosting the second annual Holiday gift and Craft Sale this Sunday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be over 20 vendors, as well as door prizes and performances by the school choir. Poinsettia sales and orders will be available, as well as a chili or pizza lunch. The Blackstock Men’s hockey League is hosting free skating for the whole family next door from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Thank you to the Township of Scugog for its contributions to this fundraiser. All proceeds go towards keeping the playground equipment open for the children of this great community. The Blackstock Fair will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2015, and the board is looking for ideas to celebrate this great event. Please forward any idea you may have to President Dale VanCamp, Vice President Craig Larmer or Secretary Janice Beechey or any other member. Ideas are certainly needed at this point. We are also looking for pictures as a pictoral book is going to be made to help celebrate the occasion. Call Aileen VanCamp or Mary Myer with any pictures you may have to lend to this project. Pictures will be returned.
On Friday evening, a large crowd at the United Church enjoyed the travelogue of Bob Almack and Liz Henderson who described by word and pictures their incredible trip across Canada from Ocean to Ocean by bicycle. They had their bicycles there to show the many feature required to travel such distances in a safe manner. This trip was divided into five sections taken over five years. On the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 3, the annual Farmers’ Parade of Lights will be held going from Enniskillen to Tyrone via Haydon. It is slated to leave John Avery’s farm at 6 p.m. Kelly Gatchell and Janet Van Camp are hosting a “Meet and Greet” for newlyweds, Sean and Jessica (Dowson) Taylor. Sean and Jessica were married this fall at Ocala Orchards. The Meet and Greet will be held on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the home of Kelly Gatchell, 12501 Regional Rd. 57. If you would like to contribute towards a community gift, please contact Kelly at 905-986-4917 or Janet at 905-986-0097. Blackstock was well represented at the Tractor Puller’s annual Banquet and Awards night held on Sunday evening at the Orangeville Fair Hall. Winners at the Tuesday evening card party were Neil Bailey, Hazel Coates, Marilyn Trunks, Don Trunks, Jocelyn Bradbury, low Norm Lackner and the most lone hands Doreen Sheehey. The specials were won by Neil Bailey, Alvin Foster, Peter Booth and Wilma VanCamp.
CAESAREA by Eleanor Colwell The weather on Sunday past held out for our annual Christmas Tea & Craft Sale at Nestleton Hall. We are grateful to our community for their support, both in donations and in sales. With almost a dozen vendors donating some of the door prizes and about 60 items on the Penny Auction table, we found it very steady most of the afternoon. Many thanks to our Lions who prepared and served the food and to those who set up and took down the tables. Behind the scenes there were several family members to whom we owe a debt of gratitude for
their contributions. There are still a few Christmas arrangements available. If that interests you, please contact any one of our Lions. Thank you to Lion Chris Cliff and her committee for another successful event. Our condolences go out to Lindsay Lions members and the family of Past District Governor Hank Tamblyn who passed recently. A memorial service is planned for Sunday, Nov. 30, at 2 p.m., at Stoddart’s in Lindsay. Lion Hank was District Governor in 1966–67 when we were all together in District A-3.
This is a busy week for Blackstock & District Lions Club as there are four Zone meetings one after another: on Monday, Region 52 Clubs meet at Fowlers Corners Lions Club; on Tuesday Region 18 Clubs meet in Maple; Wednesday sees the Clubs from Region 45 in North Newmarket; and on Thursday Sunderland will host the Clubs from Region 33, of which Blackstock Lions are a part. Looking forward to some interesting demonstrations on using a defibrillator.
SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C. Le Saux-Ball Call to worship was called, by the Rev. Frazer Lacey, a warm and friendly welcome went out to all who came to the service. The sermon was “Jesus Shall Reign.” We send out thanks and appreciation, to Carol and glen Wilson for providing the refreshments for this past Sunday. On Saturday, Nov. 29, please join in Decorating the Church at 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 is the Congregation’s Pot Luck Dinner following the service. If you wish to bring a poinsettia in please feel free to do so, next weekend. If you wish
to have in Memory of a loved one/or someone, please let Elizabeth know so she may include the names in the bulletin. Happy Birthdays this week go out to: Glen Wilson on the 23rd; Marjorie Snyder, Darlene Johnson, and Donnie Edgar all on the 25th; and Kailani Mollard-Coleman on the 26th. And as always, Happy Birthday to anyone else celebrating this week who may have been missed. I can be reached by phone at 905-9857662 or by e-mail at whitekwe@hotmail.com for submissions to the Scugog Island news.
Wednesday, Nov. 26 North Durham Nature presents a lecture by Martin Galloway on invasive plant species in your garden and in the woods at the Uxbridge Seniors Centre at 7 p.m. Contact Derek at 905-852-5432 or northdurhamnature@powergate.ca for more info, or visit www.northdurhamnature.com. * The Port Perry Fiddle Club invites the community to come out and enjoy their annual Christmas Dance & Jam at the Scugog Community Centre (1655 Reach Rd.) Fiddlers, singers dancers and listeners welcome. Doors open at 6 p.m., $5 admission. For mre info call 905-985-7557. Friday, Nov. 28 Experience “Olde Time Christmas” at Downtown Brooklin’s Christmas in the Village. Santa, his reindeer and friends will be lighting the Christmas Tree in Grass park around 6:30 p.m. Come to historic Brooklin United Church for a old-fashioned carol sing at 7:30 p.m. and view the craft show. The Salvation Army’s annual Food and Toy drive “Fill the sleigh” will be accepting donations. Saturday, Nov. 29 An Old Fashioned Christmas Concert at the Historic Leaskdale Church, at 7 p.m. Community talent takes the fore in an evening of music, dance, recitation and skits. All the family can join the carol singing and fun, and enjoy a visit from Santa. Visit www. lucymaudmontgomery.ca for more info. * Friends of Nonquon and North Durham Nature present the Christmas Bird Count 4 Kids! from 9 a.m. until Noon at the Nonquon Environmental Centre, David Carroll Classroom (1710 Con. # 10). Feed the chickadees, learn how to use the binoculars, identify the birds. Pre-register with Jay Thibert at jay.thibert@sympatico.ca or 905-985-1091. * Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Craft and Bake Sale from 9 am until 1 pm, at the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 170 (109 Franklin St., Uxbridge). Admission by donation, with all proceeds to the Uxbridge Legion Veterans Fund. Wide array of vendors on hand. * ‘Art from the Heart’ show
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 8 Rose St., in Manchester. Enjoy some holiday cheer with this exciting display. For information, call 905-809-3580. * A staged reading of the comedy ‘The Fundraiser’ at St. Paul’s Anglican Church (59 Toronto St. South) in Uxbridge. This new play was written by church member Jackie Bennet, and the show starts at 7 p.m., and tickets are available for $ 10 at the door, or Blue Heron Books. For more information, call 289-470-1087 or e-mail thefrplay@gmail.com. Sunday, Nov. 30 Trinity United Church, Uxbridge at 7 p.m., presents “Sing Christmas Joy “ a Night of Music. featuring Bon Accord and The Bernard Pears Chorale. Tickets at the door or at Trinity Church office Monday through Thursday, cost $15. of which $5 of each ticket will go to North House Transitional Housing. Come and enjoy a Festive Evening and give support to North House. * Cartwright School Community Council is hosting the second annual Holiday gift and Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m at the Blackstock Rec Complex. There will be over 20 vendors, as well as door prizes and performances by the school choir. Poinsettia sales and orders will be available, as well as a chili or pizza lunch. The Blackstock Men’s hockey League is hosting free skating for the whole family next door from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. All proceeds go towards keeping the playground equipment open for the children of this great community. Friday, Dec. 5 Monday Morning Singers Christmas Concert, “Celebrating Dylan Thomas” with acclaimed actor, Kenneth Welsh and musician friends, Edward Tait (bass) and Diane Tait (violin). Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at Uxbridge St. Paul’s Anglican Church 65 Toronto St. South Tickets on sale at Presents, Presents, Presents for $15, Children under 12 free. For more info visit www. mmsingers.org or call 905852-3693. Saturday, Dec. 6 Watch for The Standard in the Port Perry Santa Claus Parade, hosted by the Scugog Chamber & Port Perry Lions
Club starting at the Fairgrounds at 5 p.m., and making its way down Reach St. to Simcoe St., turning onto Queen St., before ending on Water St. * December Shindig #2 at the Uxbridge Legion, located at 109 Franklin St., featuring music from Witness Protection, Four Play and HooT. Doors Open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5 and a new toy or food donation at the door. All monies raised go to building improvements at the Legion, as well as the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank. For more info, call 905-852-5293. * Breakfast with Santa at the Greenbank Hall from 9 to 11 am. $3 per person, please pre-register by calling 905985-3723. Sunday, Dec. 7 Children’s Old-Fashioned Christmas at the Scugog Shores Museum Village, located at 16210 Island Rd., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Step back in time and tour through the historic village. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the day. Admission for Adults is $4, Students and Seniors $3, Children 5-12 $2, Children under 5 are free. The Museum will also be accepting imperishable food donations for Operation Scugog. For more information please call 905985-8698, ext. x 103, or e-mail museum@scugog.ca, or look up their web site at www.scugogshoresmuseum.com. * The Blackstock Co-op Nursery School is having their annual Breakfast with Santa at the newly renovated Blackstock Recreation Complex from 9 am till 1 pm. There will be a silent auction, bake sale, pictures with Santa and of course a delicious breakfast. All proceeds will go towards the Blackstock Co-op Nursery School. Wednesday, Dec. 10 Lake Scugog Historical Society meeting at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, located at 319 Queen St., Port Perry, starting at 7:30 p.m. Paul Arculus will give a talk on “The Speedy - Murder at Washburn Island in 1804 - and it’s disastrous consequences” For additional information on the Society, visit www.lakescugoghistoricalsociety.com.
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The Standard
GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till
SEAGRAVE by Jean Short We certainly have experienced some terrible weather this past week. Cold, winds and blowing snow. For those who were travelling, it was a scary time. I just hope that no one was seriously injured when they were on the roads. We have to be thankful that we didn’t get the accumulation of snow that Buffalo got. Happy Birthday to Wendy Hudgins (Nov. 23) and Wyn Hughes (Nov. 24). Happy Anniversary to Wilf and Lynn Yorke, who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Nov. 28. Glad to hear that Teri Murphy-Payne is gradually feeling better and is able to get out and about now. Welcome back to Rev. David Shepherd. Greeting the congregation this morning were Eva and Frank Molnar. Rev. Dave officiated at the Baptism of Paul Alexander Button. Paul is the greatgrandson of Ken and Eleanor Sturman and is the third generation of this family to be Baptized in Seagrave Church. Paul’s grandmother, mother and big brother were all Baptized here.
Tara Taylor asked all those who are participating in The Shoe Box project to please have them filled and back to the Church by Dec. 7. If you wish to help with the packing at the warehouse on Dec. 12, please contact Tara at ttnbytaylor@ hotmail.com or 905-985-9479. After the Church Service 24 members gathered at Col. Mustard’s on Water St. in Port Perry for an unforgettable luncheon to wish Donna Wanamaker good luck in her move to a her new home in Oshawa. We shall miss you, Donna. Coming Seagrave events: * Thursday, Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. Opening The Doors to Spirituality, Exploring the Bible. Individuals are asked to locate a passage in the Bible relating to kindness. Everyone is welcome. * Sunday, Nov. 30 at 9:15 a.m. - 1st Sunday of Advent with guest speaker Rev. Jan Stobie who will officiate at the Baptism of Anthony Mark Armstrong, grandson of Frank and Eva Molnar. * Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. - Breakfast With Santa at the Greenbank Hall. $3 per person, please pre-register by
calling 905-985-3723. * Saturday, Dec. 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Candlelight Carol Sing at Salem-Mariposa Church. Free Will Offering. Light refreshments will be served. The The church is located at the intersection of Fingerboard Rd. and Salem Rd. * Sunday, Dec. 7 at 9:15 a.m. - White Gift Sunday and second Sunday of Advent with Guest Minister Rev. Richard Parker of Courtice. Food items will be donated to the Operation Scugog Food Bank. Tuesday, Dec. 9 at Noon - Out To Lunch. The menu will be turkey casseroles and Christmas pudding. Entertainment by Betty Lou and the Nightingales, and a very special visitor from the North Pole. Please call Donna at 905-240-8350 to reserve a seat (note new phone number). If you require a ride, please call Don at 705-357-3871. Saturday, Dec. 13 at 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast at the Great Blue Heron Casino on Scugog Island. Please contact grammiejean2010@hotmail.com or phone 905-985-9921 if you have news for this column.
ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling Another spell of warm, wet weather to wash all that snow away-hurrah! Time to start fresh again with, maybe, some more normal weather? Dennis and Jean Trowse have returned from a 10day sojourn in warmer Florida. Other friends say it was nice, but they also had rain. Karen Croxall, who has preached several times now at Sandford and Zephyr, and other local churches, has been informed that she will be among the ordained from Emmanuel this Spring. We are confident she will do well in her ministry and wish her well in her profession. Many locals enjoyed the Uxbridge Santa Clause Parade on Saturday, and several were also a part of it. Gray, gloomy, and gusty, it was also a fun day. This year’s date change was due to police wanting to be able to better supervise the proceedings and they were in great evidence around town. Our sympathies to the Angus family, former residents of Zephyr, in the death of Dorothy, wife and mother. We also send heartfelt sympathies to the Leek family in the death of Ruby. Ruby grew up in Sandford with her two sisters Dorothy and Lenora Oliver. She suffered from a breathing problem for some time. Sad to say her sister Dorothy Risebrough
is back in hospital again, this time with pneumonia to add to her already serious breathing difficulties. We wish her a speedy recovery. Busy times ahead as we near the Christmas season! This week the Book Club meets on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. The Lucy Maud Montgomery Society is holding their Old time Christmas Concert at the historic church on Saturday, Nov. 29. Next Sunday is the first Advent Sunday. There will be communion at church and, at Sandford, a baptism. The choir will be singing. The children are preparing a song for one Sunday, led by Susan Luke. On Monday, Dec. 1, the Official Board meets in Sandford, at 7:30 p.m., and on the Dec. 4, the Sandford UCW will meet. We hope to have a video about strong women of the Bible as part of the progamme. All ladies are invited. On Dec. 7, the second Advent Sunday is celebrated as White Gift Sunday. Zephyr’s donations go to the Mount Albert Food Pantry while Sandford’s go to Loaves and Fishes in Uxbridge. Items particularly needed are: pasta and sauces, Hamburger Helper, tinned fruit, detergents and soap and money. That same day after church Zephyr enjoy their Christmas potluck. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, Sandford Council meets at the Kydd’s.
With November behind us this week, we can fill our December calendars with festive happenings. Don’t forget to drop in on Friday, Nov. 28, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., or Saturday, Nov. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for ‘Open House at Dot’s Place’ at 1277 Cragg Rd., E., in Greenbank, featuring crystals, jewelry, cards, crafts, preserves, reflexology, gifts, Epicure and more. On Friday Dec. 5, at 7 p.m., is Greenbank Sunday School’s Concert with guests the Black Light Puppeteers and a special visitor from the North Pole. The Greenbank Lions Breakfast with Santa is Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. Pre-register for this event by calling 905-985-1205. On Saturday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m., the Black Light Troupe will be repeating their black light performance at Greenbank Church. The group of more than 20 youth have been practicing faithfully in preparation for their performance. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 12:30 p.m., all Ladies are invited to the Fidelis U.C.W. Christmas Pot Luck luncheon and program at the church. Please answer the roll call with non-perishable food bank items for Operation Scugog Food Bank. Also, through December your donations for the Food Bank will be appreciated at church each Sunday at church service. I just received news that Mike Adderly passed away on Sunday Nov. 23. Sincere sympathy to Michelle, James and Danny with the loss of their father. He will be remembered by his Greenbank friends, a fine carpenter too. Suzanne and Barry Lee are visiting with family and friends in Greenbank and Port Perry. St. Vincent Pallotti Kitchen and Store in Oshawa is looking for more volunteers to work in their kitchen preparing and serving daily meals. If anyone could organize a team from Greenbank area and/or help out each month, one day or several, please contact the ‘Kitchen’ at 905-434-7543 or stvincentskitchen.com. For nearly fifteen years a group from the church have been serving there on Tuesdays, from 3 to 6 p.m., on the first week of every month, is the time these four to six volunteers helped out in 2014. Ralph and Ruby Dusty welcomed all to Reign of Christ Sunday with Rev. David Shepherd taking the service. Bible Jeopardy answers, were given at children’s time by Kaine R., Bailee R. and Jaclynn P., and two new contestants volunteered to answers Shelley’s quiz for next week. Pauline’s “mission minute” told of financial assistant given to women of Kenya to start up their own businesses-another M&S project. The two choral anthems were lovely music ministry. Next week we welcome back speaker Darlene Hallett to the first Sunday of Advent, at 11 a.m.
PRINCE ALBERT by Pat Boyd Sunday, Nov. 30 is the first Sunday in Advent. The sacrament of Holy Communion will take place in both churches. The Prince Albert U.C.W. Christmas dinner will take place on Monday, Dec. 8, at Pickles and Olives starting at 6 p.m. All ladies of the congregation are welcome to join with us for an evening of fellowship and food. The third Sunday in Advent (Dec. 14), a White Gift Service will take place in both churches. The gathering of gifts will be for the
hampers and Operation Scugog. Port Perry United Church will have their annual Choralfest at 4 p.m., on Dec. 14, followed by the lasagna dinner sponsored by the Community Outreach Committee. Thursday evening euchre winners at the Prince Albert Community Centre were Audrey Mahaffy, Ilean Pugh, Doris Manns, Audrey Adams, Merle St. John, and Georgina Stiner. Georgina Stiner won the lone hand series with 12 lone hands.
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Thursday, November 27, 2014 • 7 BLACKSTOCK & NESTLETON UNITED CHURCHES Blackstock United Church 3483 Church Street – 9:45 a.m.
SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, November 30 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, November 30 Service at 10 a.m. Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FLIPPING AND CURLING: Herb Kelloway was just one of the many volunteers who cooked, cleaned and hosted during the Uxbridge Curling Club’s annual Christmas Pancake Breakfast on Nov. 22. The crew hoped to serve up a fresh and hot breakfast to parade-goers, before they went to see Santa.
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
UXBRIDGE: A great holiday tradition is just around the corner, as the Optimist Club of Uxbridge prepares to present their seventh annual ‘Fantasy of Lights’ in Elgin Park. From Saturday, Dec. 13 through to New Year’s Eve, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. nightly, Elgin Park is transformed into a winter wonderland with LED light displays from local businesses, organizations, schools, churches and citizen groups. Throughout this time, visitors can drive or walk through Elgin Park in the evening to enjoy the festive displays. A special grand opening event for this year’s display is scheduled for Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. Vehicles will be permitted to enter Elgin Park through the Main St. entrance and drive along the roadway in the park before exiting onto Water St. Parking is available near the Main St. entrance those wishing to drive to the park and walk through the display along a lit walking path open through the middle of the park. Admission to ‘Fantasy of Lights’ is free, but the Optimist Club will be accepting donations to support their work with the youth of Uxbridge Township through the
Uxbridge Youth Centre, Scouts, as well as sports teams and scholarships for high school students. There is no fee for groups wishing to participate in ‘Fantasy of Lights’, and participants are given a 25 foot wide and 25 feet deep lot to create their LED light display, some lots have trees which can be incorporated into the display. Display setup for the event begins this weekend, and will also run next Saturday and Sunday before the grand opening event on Dec. 13. The lots are all located beside the roadway through Elgin Park to allow access to a central electrical power supply, and snow plowing will be provided on the roadway prior to and during the event. The Optimist Club will also provide a sign for each display indicating the name of the business or organization. The Optimist Club of Uxbridge require each participant to register and provide contact information. For more information on ‘Fantasy of Lights’ please visit the Optimist Club’s web site at www.uxbridgeoptimist.com/fantasy-of-lights.
Shop local and win a new car! UXBRIDGE: Shopping locally could net you a new 2015 Chrysler 200 this holiday season. The Uxbridge BIA, in partnership with Williamson Chrysler and other local businesses are once again helping to drive local business by hosting a Shop Uxbridge promotion and offering one resident the a chance to win a car! Each time you shop or dine at a participating Uxbridge BIA business you will have an opportunity to enter your name on a bal-
lot and be one step closer to being drawn as the lucky winner. Throughout the holiday shopping season, the car will be parked at various locations in Uxbridge – both uptown and downtown, so if you spot it on specially announced days you will have a chance to receive additional car draw ballots. Completed ballots must be dropped off into the Car Draw ballot boxes located at any of the participating Uxbridge BIA business before the deadline Satur-
day, Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. The randomly selected winning ballot will be drawn on Family Day – Feb. 16. There will be an additional three Early Bird draws of $400 each. These Early Bird Draws are slated be held on Dec. 1, Dec. 15 and Jan. 19. Winning Early Bird ballots will be placed back into the main draw. For complete contest rules and a list of participating businesses, please visit the BIA’s web site at www.uxbridgebia.com.
Sunday, November 30 Sunday School Presents “The Nativity Story” at Blackstock
VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE 593 Alma St., Port Perry,
Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Youth Meeting and “HEARTBEAT” after School Program 4pm - 7pm 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, November 30 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m. COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS
SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
Elgin Park sees ‘Fantasy of Lights’ DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
Nestleton United Church 3991 Proutt Road – 11:15 a.m.
14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday November 30, 10 a.m. Wednesday Eucharist 7am 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!
And now for some good news
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
Wednesday
Mid morning Eucharist 11:30am
Sunday, November 30 1st Sunday of Advent 10:00 am Eucharist
Nursery & Sunday School Available
PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES
Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801
SUNDAY, November 30 Port Perry United Church 294 Queen St., Port Perry 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship
Prince Albert United Church 23 Jeffery St., Prince Albert 11:30am Morning Worship
Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com
Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766
revpaul@andrewswireless.net www.greenbankchurch.com www.seagrave-church.com
SUNDAY, November 30th
Guest Speaker: Darlene Hallett Greenbank (Hwy 12, minutes N. of Pt. Perry)
11 a.m. Service
Seagrave
1680 Reach Street. 905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca
(In the beautiful hamlet of Seagrave)
9:15 am Service Everyone is Welcome Sunday School Available during service
To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985
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The Standard
EDITORIAL The 12 month challenge As regular readers of this newspaper have no doubt realized, it’s that time of year once again, and the communities of North Durham are buzzing with charitable activities, such as toy drives and collections for food banks in the area. Many of us in this area are extremely fortunate, and the generosity of local residents is second to none when it comes to ensuring that everyone is able to enjoy the holiday season. Every week, we are inundated with acts of kindness right in our own backyards, and local residents routinely fill vans with goods to support those in need. It’s important to remember that most of the work carried out to aid those in need is done by a dedicated team of volunteers, and for generations, they have formed the backbone of our communities. So, while we wholeheartedly urge everyone to continue supporting these initiatives leading up to Christmas, let’s not lose sight of the fact that life continues for these people once the holiday season has come and gone. Our wish is that we can continue to have such great support for local food banks throughout the year, and their shelves are overflowing with pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, juice, diapers, formula and other non-perishable food items so that everyday can be a little bit brighter for those in our community that are less fortunate. North Durham has shown time and time again that it’s more than up to the challenge of lending a hand, so when the calendar changes over to 2015, let’s make it the year of giving back.
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Reader has high praise for fire department Santa is coming to Scugog To the Editor, Saturday, as I was settling in for the night I heard sirens approaching Queen St. That’s always a scary thing because usually in a small community we all know or know of the people the sirens are going to help. One of the heritage buildings downtown had a seemingly minor fire issue. This issue was big enough to call 911 and for people to be fearful. The volunteer firefighters didn’t know what they were heading to when they got the call. There were a lot of firefighters at the scene, reassuring the distraught tenants, back-
ing up the gathering crowds and exploring the building. They were professional, courteous and worked as a team. I was one of those people in the crowd watching and surmising what could have happened and piecing bits of the story together. As I walked back to my home I thought about how that could have been anybody’s building, cottage or home and how these firefighters would just get that call and come. They just show up ready for the worst. I don’t even like to think about the things they see. I would like to thank all those volunteer firefighters that showed up
tonight. That showed up last time and will show up next time. I always knew they were out there but I guess it takes those sirens at your neighbour’s doorstep, the red lights in your face and the smell of smoke to really appreciate our volunteer firefighters. Tonight they didn’t get to “settle in”, they were too busy making myself, my neighbours and our community a safer place to live. You are appreciated and valued. Thank you. Christy Stone-Curry Port Perry
To the Editor, The Scugog Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Port Perry Lions Club bring to you the Santa Claus each year! Did you know that it takes 10 volunteer committee members and 32 event volunteers approximately 480 hours to bring together the Santa Claus parade every year? When you see our Santa Claus Parade Clowns please help to keep this tradition alive and well by donating to your parade so that our volunteers can continue their outstanding work in 2015. Know that you have made a difference in your community. All parade registration information, rules and regulations, insurance instructions and a parade route map online at www.scugogchamber.ca. Please note that Mary St. will also be closed off to parking to accommodate the floats as they end the Parade. The Port Perry Santa Claus Parade Committee
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Thursday, November 27, 2014 • 9
Operation Warm Hearts Walk Softly Geoff carpentier thanks Uxbridge community Squirrel Wars To the Editor, On behalf of the 15th year of Operation Warm Hearts, I would like to thank everyone who contributed to another year of keeping families warm this winter. A special thank you to Brad and Angie at Wash Worx laundromat for ensuring that the coats were cleaned and dropped off. Please support this local business. The Roxy Kids pitched in again this year. As usual, they were a big help and so were their parents. Thanks so much. The Rotary Club graciously donated the coat racks, and the terrific staff at Uxbridge Public School made their gym available the day before, as well as the day of the coat sale. This year, the community donated a fabulous 575 coats, and 241 were sold, along with mittens, scarves, hats, ski pants and boots. The rest were donated to shelter. The Food Bank also received $752.50 from the sale. What a caring and sharing community we have! Maggie McCreath Coordinator, Operation Warm Hearts
COATS FUR SALE: Volunteers from Uxbridge S.S. and the Roxy Kids were a tremendous help to their fur-clad customers, during the 15th annual Operation Warm Hearts coat sale, which took place at the Uxbridge P.S., on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Well last time, I spoke about my love/hate relationship with Blue jays – they’re still winning by the way! This week I want to share my adoration for squirrels. We have several species that can be found locally (Red, Gray and Flying Squirrels, Eastern Chipmunk and Groundhog - yes you read correctly, the latter is closely allied with the squirrels). Of all these species, the Red and Gray are the most intrusive and accepting of urban landscapes. So, what’s so bad about these critters? The Red Squirrel is a master at climbing and getting into tight spots. The 3 or 4 that share my yard seem to think that I’m willing to share my house with them as well. A couple of years ago they figured out that they could launch themselves from an adjacent tree, grab hold of the vertical face of our home, claw their way skyward and squeeze into a hole big enough for a peanut – and so they did and then they nested! All very cute, but I worried about the damage they could do to the wiring, insulation and sometimes soffits. So acting responsibly, I had a contractor come by and seal the entire house against them. He was successful by the way so let’s see that one squirrel cost me $400 – excellent! Then within 6 months it figured out that if it hung over the edge of our roof upside down, it could pry the edge of a soffit up and almost squirm into a hole too small for a peanut. Luckily (so far) it has given up on this and we remain squirrel-free in the house – thus far! The other species that challenges is the Gray Squirrel and they’re simply a bad neighbour. We all know these guys – you might call them Black Squirrels, but they have several colour morphs (black, gray, brown and even white), but they are correctly called Gray Squirrels. The battles we wage against these master problem solvers are exhausting. Keeping them off bird feeders seems almost impossible, for they can jump, climb, swing and almost fly in their efforts to get at the seed. I even had
one pair figure out that if two squirrels could hang from the same branch, it would droop enough from their combined weight that one squirrel could jump onto the feeder below. It then scooped food by the bushel over the side to its partner in crime who had scurried down the tree and stationed itself below awaiting dinner. After 30 years of installing screening, squirrel guards (cones placed on poles to block their passage), Vaseline to make pole slick, shields, and every other contraption which ultimately failed – along came the Tin Man – and I beat them! The Tin Man is a monstrosity (or so my wife calls it) that is essentially a large, elevated tray feeder, with a covered roof so the birds can escape the weather. It’s pretty heavy so I added wheels so I can move it in the off season. I then added a 12” inch wide stainless steel skirt around the edge to keep the squirrels off, but they quickly figured that doing an upward dog yoga move (yeah I know I made that up), they could just reach the tray above and pull themselves up by one toenail. So I added another 10” wide skirt below it – success! Well no – they soon figured out that they could squeeze between the thin seam that separated the two skirts and voila – free seed. So I added hardware cloth across the entire underside to block their passage. And so – 3 years later I am squirrel proof. I do own the ugliest bird feeder in the world, but it is squirrel free – I win. And so you have it. All fun aside, please do enjoy the wildlife and whatever you do don’t cause them harm, regardless of how annoying these wonderful little monsters can be! Geoff Carpentier is a published author, expedition guide and environmental consultant. Visit Geoff on-line at www.avocetnatureservices.com and on Facebook.
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Once around the notepad I have to admit that I didn’t initially plan to be writing my column this week. That’s because our due date for our little girl was on Sunday (Nov. 23), and it has now come and gone with no sign of our baby, although our doctor reassured Kate and I that she should be along shortly. With all of the commotion surrounding our impending arrival, I’ll level with you that I didn’t have the best focus this week, with visions of pink and purple everything dancing in my head as we continue to prep for our baby. But, the show must go on, and there are still opinions to be shared. One thing that I think I will really miss once we have the baby is the remarkable way people are willing to go the extra mile when you mention that something is for your pregnant wife. There have been many instances over the past 40 weeks, from simple acts like a stranger holding the door open, to the clerk at Subway in Uxbridge going into the back right before closing to make sure that my wife got the pizza sub she wanted. The hardest part will be not abusing this once the baby has come along. As they say, with great power comes great responsibility. With the due date having come and gone, I took it as a sign that our baby girl simply wants more time
to have Kate all to herself. And in all honesty, I don’t blame her one bit. However, someone pointed out to me that pink-clad babies are called ‘Daddy’s Little Girl’ for a reason. The reason wasn’t actually explained to me, but I can only assume that it’s a moniker invented by men to make up for their hurt feelings over the fact that Mommy is always the favourite parent - despite what she may tell you as a teenager. With our little girl on the way, I’m about to continue a proud family tradition of being outnumbered by females at home. Luckily, I have been preparing for life in an estrogen den for some time, and a lot of what I like could be described as ‘girly.’ In fact, I was mildly surprised last week when discussing the TV show ‘Reign’ that no one else seemed have any idea just what I was babbling on about (although, that’s not exactly a rare phenomenon). I suppose I am one of the few in my social/work circle with an interest in a teen soap opera set in medieval France, and (quite loosely at times) based around the life of Mary Queen of Scots. Anyway, it turns out this show is shot somewhere in the GTA, and you should check it out sometime. As long as you aren’t a huge stickler for trivial matters like historical accuracy in things such as plotlines, costumes and dialogue between characters. As the soon-to-be father of a little girl, I have been
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somewhat relieved by a recent push in the United States to suspend fraternities in the wake of several reports of reprehensible acts against women. Defenders of these groups (also known as rich and snobby jerks that have to buy their friends) will often tout that these groups - allegedly - do a lot of good work in the community. Although, as far as I can tell, the best thing they do is offer young women a handy reminder of which guys to avoid like the plague. Lastly, I can only imagine that the baby will actually arrive on Sunday, since that’s the latest round in the Battle of North Durham in junior hockey between the Port Perry MoJacks and Uxbridge Bruins at Scugog Arena, starting at 2:25 p.m. All three games between these teams have been outstanding this year, with extra time in all three, and only the road team having won. If you haven’t been to a game lately - do yourself a favour, and make it this one. Looks like I made it through another week and another column intact. The same can’t be said for my fingernails, which have suffered greatly as I wait on pins and needles for our baby to arrive.
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Old Saint Nick tours through Uxbridge Mr. and Mrs. Claus and their reindeer were joined by a parade of floats on Saturday, Nov. 22, when they rolled through downtown Uxbridge for the 54th annual Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
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Port Perry High School Army Cadets give it their all
Port Perry’s #41 Army Cadets spent Saturday, Nov. 15 participating in their bi-annual litter clean-up along the shores of Lake Scugog - just one of the numerous community events they volunteer for during the year. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: Port Perry’s #41 Army Cadets have a strong tradition in the Scugog community, and are often spotted around town volunteering for events, marching in parades, and helping in any way they can. Since forming more than a century ago in November of 1898 at Port Perry High School - leaders, officers and cadets have come and gone - leaving their legacy of community involvement for the new recruits of the future. Volunteerism and community support seem second nature to the disciplined battalion of teenagers, but what makes them tick? The Standard sat in on a recent
training night at Port Perry High School, and interview the cadet’s leader, Captain Sid Bailie and several of her cadets to find out more. After years of helping the cadets program and coaching her son, former top-cadet Liam Bailie, through the program, Cpt. Bailie decided to join the reserve forces in 2006, and quickly became acting Captain and head officer of the Port Perry #41 Cadets in 2008. “Over the course of my years working with and leading the Cadets, I have seen many young people grow, thrive and discover their sense of self,” said Cpt. Bailie. As the mother of a career cadet, Cpt.Bailie knows that the cadet program isn’t all about following orders. She explained that even
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events around the community, they are often broken up into groups - with a chain of command being put into place. Chief Warrant Officer Logan Stoneburg acts as the top cadet in the program, known as the Regimental Seargent Major, the highest title a cadet can be given. As a successful senior in the group, he carries numerous responsibilities and leads his fellow cadets through their exercises. Since joining the cadets at the age of 12 in January of 2009, CWO Stoneburg has spent numerous weeks attending training courses and field challenges, at times in a supervisory role. During the summer of 2012, he travelled to the Rocky Mountain National Army Cadet Training Centre in Alberta, and participated in the cadets’ International Exchange program, where her he travelled to Wales to participate in training with the United Kingdom’s military and cadets. “The cadets is a free program, open to anyone - like many other jobs in life, recruits pay through their effort and commitment,” said CWO Stoneburg. “In return, recruits learn essential skills, camaraderie, and can even be given opportunities to travel across the world. Certian posts can also include a monetary bonus.” The exciting and integral skills which the young men and women learn range from bushcraft and orientation, to marksmanship, knot tying, leadership, and the appreciation of the Canadian military tradition.
When asked what his favourite experience in the Cadet Corps was, CWO Stoneburg happily spoke of his trip to Whitehorse, Yukon, the largest city in northern Canada. “I was given a chance to visit the Yukon for a training exercise, and it was amazing to work up there,” said CWO Stoneburg. “I was able to spend 18 days with 20 Cadets under my leadership, and we worked together to go hiking, canoeing, camping and use our bushcraft in a whole new environment.” Cpt. Bailie told The Standard that many graduates of the cadet program have moved on to join the Canadian Armed Forces in a variety of positions, or have enrolled in military college to become officers - many have also become artists, or lawyers, or tradesmen - the skills and sense of motivation which the teens learn are universal. “Some cadets will join when they’re 12-years-old, and go through until they graduate at 19, and some cadets will join for only a couple of years,” said Cpt. Bailie. “The most important part is that they learn the rule of ‘you get what you put in’ and it carries through the rest of their lives.” To get in touch with Cpt. Bailie or to learn more about the Port Perry #41 Army Cadets, phone 705-786-1409, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook. com/www.41portperrycadets.ca, or inquire at the Port Perry High School, 160 Rosa St., on any given Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. to see the cadets hard at work.
Give kids the gift of financial cheer Children of all ages can learn the ABCs of money management, particularly if their parents and grandparents find appropriate ways to weave the lessons into a child’s life. Linda Mackay, senior vice president of retail savings and investing at TD Canada Trust, says the holidays can be a good learning opportunity when children receive a child a financial gift. “For many children, their wish list is all about the latest must-have items, but the reality is today’s most popular gifts often go out of favour quickly,” said Mackay. “By giving a child that first savings account or education savings plan, you create an opportunity for them to learn about the benefits of saving for something important. It also gives them the rewarding feeling of being able to buy something they really want down the road as a result of their efforts.” It is important that parents tailor the financial lessons to a child’s age, keeping the message simpler for younger children and moving on to more advanced topics as a child gets older. “Very young children might benefit from watching
their savings grow in a piggy bank, so consider giving them some shiny coins as part of their holiday and birthday gifts,” said Mackay. “For older children, give them some crisp new bills and take them to the bank to open an account and make their first deposit. Then, continue the conversation throughout the year to keep the value of money, goals and saving top of mind.” According to a TD survey, a lot of parents and grandparents also give children financial gifts at other times of the year, especially as contributions towards their education. “If a Registered Education Savings Plan is already set up for a child, add to it as part of their holiday gift and use the opportunity to remind them of why saving for higher education is an investment in the future,” said Mackay. “Depending on a child’s age, help them understand why it’s good to save up for other important milestones in their lives, such as getting their first car, taking a dream trip or buying their own home.” Courtesy of News Canada
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SCUGOG: A group of local children and their parents were given a life-changing opportunity this hockey season - the chance to take part and play hockey for the first time, complete with skating lessons and head-to-toe gear outfitting. Thanks to The First Shift program, which is put on by Bauer and Hockey Canada, kids and their families can ease into the sport of hockey in a fun and friendly environment. The program begins with a Welcome Event, which offers information and fun activities that help build kids’ confidence, and make them more comfortable in the hockey environment. For a one-time fee of $199, children are given six on ice sessions - one per week on the same day, at the same time to make it convenient for parents to schedule. The focus for the on-ice sessions is fun, teaching kids basic skating and fundamental hockey skills through play. Part of a multi-year commitment from Bauer and Hockey Canada, The First Shift is a national plan, which will roll out across Canada. Beginning this fall, 32 minor hockey associations across Canada, such as the Port Perry Minor Hockey Association, have been selected to host The First Shift program for local youth. Based on demand, future programs are anticipated for hundreds of associations in the coming seasons. This program brought smiles and bonding to the faces of the families who took part, and aimed to break down barriers of entry, by offering a program that is accessible, affordable, and most importantly, fun. To learn more about The First Shift, visit: www.thefirstshift.ca. ​For program information, or to learn more about the Port Perry Minor Hockey Association, please contact Raymond Paton - VP Development for Port Perry Minor Hockey - by e-mail at vpdev@PortPerryMinorHockey.ca.
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EYE OF THE TIGER: It was a banner fall for Uxbridge Secondary School, as the Tigers took home 12 LOSSA championships and a pair of provincial titles. The school struck LOSSA gold in junior and senior boys tennis, senior girls rugby sevens, junior and senior boys rugby sevens, girls golf, junior and senior boys volleyball, as well as cross country. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
Uxbridge Bruins melt Ice with a pair of weekend wins DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Uxbridge Bruins heated up this past weekend, melting the Georgina Ice in both games of a home-and-home series. The Bruins rode the outstanding offence generated by the line of Jarett Smith, Marco Mastrangelo and Tyson Eastgate to a 7-3 win in Uxbridge on Friday, Nov. 21. And on Sunday, Nov. 23, downed the Ice in Sutton by a final score of 6-1. Friday night’s encounter started with a hostile environment on the ice as both sides looked for a physical advantage early. As well, there were fantastic scoring chances at both ends of the ice, but neither side could find the back of the net through 20 minutes of play. Mastrangelo got the Bruins on the scoreboard with a powerplay goal almost four minutes into the second period when he banked the puck in off of an Ice defenceman’s skate with a shot from behind the net. However, almost four minutes later, the Ice would take advantage of heavy traffic in front of the
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MoJacks extend their win streak to nine games DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Port Perry MoJacks extended their recent winning streak to nine games over the weekend, surviving a scare from Little Britain at home on Sunday, Nov. 23. The MoJacks were victorious by a score of 3-2 over the Merchants at Scugog Arena, following a 6-0 win over the North Kawartha Knights in Apsley the previous evening. On Saturday night, two goals from Ryan Bernardes, and singles from Kyle Powell and Graham Lamers gave the MoJacks a 4-0 lead heading into the third period. Evan Wasylyk and Cole Murray scored in the final frame to wrap up a 6-0 shutout for Port Perry netminder Jeff Julien, who stopped all 25 shots fired his way by the COJHL expansion entry. Murray ended the night with four points, picking up a goal and three assists as the MoJacks won their eighth game in-a-row. Less than 24 hours later, the MoJacks were back on the ice, taking on the Little Britain Merchants at Scugog Arena. The Merchants were riding high coming into the game, having knocked off Lakefield by a score of 5-2 on Tuesday night, before dispatching the Clarington Eagles 3-2 in Little Britain on Saturday night. For the second straight game, Bernardes opened the scoring, lighting the lamp just over three minutes into the action. Hayden Long took advantage of a scrambling MoJacks’ defence to even the score almost five minutes later. Wasylyk restored a one-goal lead for
the MoJacks with just under eight minutes to play in the first period after a great pass from Konrad Piorkowski found him in front to bang the puck past Merchants goalie Garrett Haden. Merchants forward Brady Martin provided a shift in momentum with just under two minutes to play in the first when he delivered a hip check that sent Steve Sampson flipping in the air before crashing to the ice. A retaliatory slashing penalty followed for the MoJacks winger, although Port Perry was able to escape the ordeal unscathed on the scoreboard. Due to sensational play between the pipes from Haden and Julien, the second period produced no scoring. Haden made an acrobatic pad save on a short handed breakaway by Bernardes late in the keep the Merchants within a goal. A shot from the point by Merchants defenceman Jesse Beers provided the equalizer just over three minutes into the third period. On the powerplay near the middle of the third, MoJacks captain Lucas Berkers was active along the blue line keeping several pucks in the offensive zone, but the MoJacks could not solve Haden. The intensity picked up down the stretch with both teams vying for the goahead goal, which came with just over four minutes left in regulation, and Lucas Clark charging down the ice. After entering the offensive zone, Clark dished the puck to Kyle Schweda who was rushing into his left, the 20-year-old Port Perry native blasted the puck low to give
the MoJacks a 3-2 lead. Schweda’s tenth goal of the campaign would hold up as the winner, propelling the MoJacks their ninth consecutive victory. Following the game, MoJacks Assistant Coach Ken Cain credited the players’ resolve in leading the team to their longest winning streak since 2008. “Guys are really buying in and believing in themselves, and we seem to be getting different contributors every night,” Cain told The Standard. “It’s not just about the streak, it’s about how we’re playing as a group. If our players are doing the things they’ve been taught, they get rewarded and they know that.” Assistant Coach Casey vanSchagen added that the team has benefitted from a positive environment and also noted the improvement in skill level in the league since his time with his hometown MoJacks in the late 1990s. “The mentality in this league about where it is and where it’s going has really changed and every team has a lot of talented guys that you have to prepare for,” vanSchagen said. “We’ve been trying to create a good atmosphere and for their part, the guys are enjoying coming to the rink and having fun.” Although his team fell just short of a win on the afternoon, Merchants Head Coach Rob Louttit noted that he was pleased with the effort put forth by his charges during a busy week for the Shopkeepers. “I’d love to have won, but I’m really happy with our effort in this one. If ev-
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Eastgate scored again early in the third, followed by Mastrangelo’s fourth of the night to give Uxbridge a commanding 6-2 lead. With just over two minutes to play, the Ice cut into the Bruins’ lead, but Eastgate fired a shorthanded empty net goal from near Leaskdale to round out the scoring, as Uxbridge cruised to a 7-3 victory, with goalie Branden Francey earning his eighth win of the season. Following the game, Bruins Head Coach Geoff Hodgkinson was pleased with the effort put forth by his entire team, especially the trio of Jarett Smith, Mastrangelo and Eastgate. “We did a little bit of line shuffling this week looking for something different up front,” Hodgkinson told The Standard. “We got really good production from Jarett Smith, Mastrangelo and Eastgate. As a staff, we thought they could use the grit that Eastgate brings, and I’d say it worked out tonight. We also got great contributions from a lot of other guys that opened up opportunities for us to be in a
good position tonight.” Sunday afternoon, the Bruins were looking to make it three wins in-a-row as they renewed hostilities with the Ice in Sutton. A powerplay goal from former Bruin Brandon Basler gave the Ice an early edge. But, just two minutes later, Mastrangelo replied with a powerplay marker of his own to tie the game. Just over five minutes into the second period, Eastgate scored to put the Bruins ahead. And, after another four minutes of action, Shane Smith scored, with assists credited to Alex Williamson and Dylan Locke. Jordan Nesbitt would follow with another goal just eight seconds later to swell the Bruins’ lead to 4-1. Less than a minute into the third period, Daryl Thomson converted a pass from Vahey into his ninth goal of the season. And, with time winding down in the game, Robert Freckelton rounded out the scoring, assisted by Alex Siblock and Nesbitt to secure the 6-1 win for the Bruins. Jake Joosten stopped 22 of 23 shots for the win in net
for Uxbridge. Mastrangelo extended his point streak to 12 games over the weekend, including nine straight games with a goal. The 20-year-old Stouffville native explained that he has benefitted from excellent teammates and growth in his role with the team over the past three years leading up to his impressive recent stretch. “For the most part, I just try and keep my game simple and stay consistent,” Mastrangelo said. “My teammates have done a great job of finding me the puck and it’s led to some great chances. I feel like I’ve always had this offensive ability, and tried to work hard at developing a better all-round game early in my Bruins’ career to allow me to contribute at both ends of the ice.” Loose Pucks: - The Bruins swung a pair of deals last week. First, the team dealt defenceman Matt Pollard to the Elliot Lake Wildcats of the Junior ‘A’ Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League in exchange for Liam Knoll, an Uxbridge product who had been toiling with the Wildcats.
The 18-year-old resident of Coppins Corners split last season between the Uxbridge S.S. Tigers and the Clarington Toros ‘AAA’ Midgets, as well as appearing in two games with the Bruins. “I feel like I have a built-in chemistry with a lot of these guys playing in Uxbridge all these years. And being up north I feel made me a more responsible defender and now I’m more able to make a good first pass out of our zone and help to generate offence off defence,” Knoll told The Standard. - In their other roster move of the weekend, the Bruins sent defenceman Kyle Molinnus to the Port Hope Panthers for future considerations. - On Friday, Nov. 28, the Bruins will be hosting the Care-A-Van, and will be collected donations in support of the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank when they take on the North Kawartha Knights at 7:45 p.m. - On Sunday, the Bruins head to Port Perry for the latest round in the Battle of North Durham, squaring off against the league-leading MoJacks at 2:25 p.m.
ery game was like today, I’d take it everytime,” the Merchants’ bench boss told The Standard following the game. Loose Pucks: - Defenceman Liam Schweda is expected to be sidelined four to six weeks after suffering an upper body injury. - On Dec. 14, the MoJacks will be hosting their annual ‘Wooly Toss’ when they take on the Lakefield Chiefs at Scugog Arena. Fans are encouraged to bring along winter clothing (hats, mittens, gloves, scarves etc.) in a plastic bag to be thrown on the ice when the MoJacks score their first goal. All donations collected will benefit Operation Scugog. - This weekend, the MoJacks will be in Keswick on Friday, Nov. 28, at 7:30 p.m. to take on the Georgina Ice. On Sunday, Nov. 30, the MoJacks host the latest round in the Battle of North Durham when the arch rival Uxbridge Bruins visit Scugog Arena for a 2:25 p.m. showdown. With all three games between the clubs this season going to extra time, this is one match-up local fans won’t want to miss.
Kennedy wins St. Andrews ROB STEELE Special to The Standard
Port Perry’s Bill Kennedy skipped his team of Roy Faulkner, John Malloy, and Bob Byers to win the seventh annual St.Andrew’s Battle of the Clans Senior Mens Bonspiel at the Port Perry Curling Club. Kennedy scored big in his first game taking all ends and then took five ends in his second game on his way to a convincing win. Bob Kochan from Oshawa Golf finished second while Uxbridge’s Murray Ferguson finished third. Thanks to the Trading Post Quality Foods for their sponsorship of the event. Tim Hortons Scugog Cup hits the ice this Weekend The Port Perry Curling Club will be hosting sixteen mens competitive teams at the eighth annual Scugog Cup Cash Spiel. The organizers are very pleased to welcome Tim Hortons Durham Region aboard as the event’s new title sponsor. For most teams, this Ontario Curling Tour event is the last spiel on their competitive schedules, so their last opportunity to fine-tune their shotmaking before play downs start in early December. The competition will be fierce, with many local teams competing, including Uxbridge’s Rob Houston, Port Perry’s Don Beaton and Glenn Evans. Teams from North Bay, Grimsby, and Listowel are also making the trip. All will be competing for their share of the $8,000 prize purse. Play starts Friday night and runs all weekend. Event Finals will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. T U R N TO PAG E 2 1
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CARNAGHAN, MARION AGNES (LITTLE) Passed away peacefully at Hillsdale Terraces, Oshawa, after 95 wonderful years. Predeceased by her loving, husband John B. Carnaghan (1996) after 52 years of marriage. She is survived by her children, Margaret (the late Roger Fannon), Jim (Nancy), Russell (Helen), Murray (Dianne), Alice Ann (Steve Lee) and Caroline (Doug Anderson). Marion is also survived by grandchildren, John, Anne, Valerie, Vickie, Katy, Luke, Dave, Mark, Andrea, Travis, Tom, Richard Eden and Arthur, and great-grandchildren, Logan, Alyssa, Bree, Colton, Scarlett, Curtis, Avery and Madison. She was predeceased by brothers Russell, Murray, George, Bruce and sister Margaret as well as grandson Daniel Lee. Born at Rose Acre Farm in Scarborough, Marion grew to love flowers and the beauty of the world. After high school she studied at the Ontario College of Art from where her career swung sharply to a wartime munitions plant. Marriage followed in 1944. By 1955 suburban sprawl sent the family to a new Carncroft Farm in Blackstock. Gardens were nurtured and a new life of church, women’s organizations and a term on the high school board filled her already busy schedule. Her artistic talents were reflected in her beautiful gardens and floral arrangements. She became an Accredited Judge of Design and Specimens for the Garden Club of Ontario. Cremation has taken place and a private family celebration of life has been held. Interment will take place at St. Andrews Bendale Cemetery, Scarborough. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Port Perry Hospital Foundation would be appreciated or plant a flower in memory of Marion. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low & Low Funeral Home, Port Perry 905-985-7331.On line condolences may be made at www.lowandlow.ca LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME
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Peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 85. Louis Whalen of Seagrave, beloved husband of Alice Whalen (nee Sutton). Loved father of Glen Whalen and his wife Antoinette of Seagrave, Carol-Ann Whalen-Currie and her husband Rob of Kitchener, and Daniel Whalen and his wife Colleen of Ajax. Loving grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 3. Dear brother of Martina (deceased) and her husband Moody Burt of Okanagan, B.C., Anne Best (deceased), Nellie and her husband Leo Wall (deceased) of Seagrave, Mildred and her husband John Monahan of Brantford and Dorothy Sheridan (deceased). The family of Louis Whalen received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Friday, November 21st from 3 - 5 and 7 - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Highway 7A Port Perry, on Saturday, November 22nd at 2 p.m. with Father Marco Testa officiating. Private interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
PERSONAL PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and then you must publish. It will be granted to you. H.W.
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ARIES (March 20-April 19): Reassess your beliefs about yourself, your abilities and your relationships. If you do not practice what you preach, people will notice the discrepancy between what you say and what you do.
LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): You will spend a great deal of your time and energy coping with everyday matters. Volunteer to help out in the community over the Christmas Season. Gettogether with siblings over the holidays.
GEMINI (May 20-June 21): You have a strong need for companionship, sharing and feedback. If single, a new relationship could be on the horizon. Married Geminis should spend more time with the one they love.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Happy Birthday Sagittarius! You will be more motivated to take on self-improvement projects and make positive changes in your personal life. Start a new career that will grow and blossom in 2015.
TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Approach finances cautiously, do not take any unnecessary risks where money is concerned. Pay off debts and increase your bottom line. If you need advise, make an appointment with a financial consultant.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Sorry Cancer, while everyone is partying, you will have to pay close attention to your job. A time when daily chores and work situations are emphasized, pace yourself accordingly. Do not take on more than you can handle. LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): Leo, this time of year is your playtime. Attend parties, socialize with friends and have fun. Single Leos could attract a new romance. Leo parents will be pumped up about their children’s achievements. VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): On a physical level, you want to create a comfortable home and supportive environment for your family. Put extra effort into decorating your home for Christmas. Find your own spiritual niche in the world.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22):Please do not blow the bundle Christmas Shopping, pay attention to the way you spend your money. If you run up credit cards, you will have to pay them off in January. Map out a plan to earn more money in 2015.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Spend time alone in quiet introspection. This reflective period is necessary prior to the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Be prepared for extra commitments you are not anticipating.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): Since your income has the potential to increase, you could move ahead on the job or be promoted. Catch up with long lost friends over the holidays. Get involved in a fund raising activity.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can look forward to an extremely strong career year in 2015. Choose a new career path, or change your life’s direction. If you are unhappy with your current position, move to a job that is personally fulfilling.
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At just over the midway point of the first schedule, there are a total of five teams sitting atop the standings with four wins and two losses. Len Graphics, skipped by Bruce Jefferson, actually sit with four wins and only one loss, but their game was postponed because of a scheduling conflict. Teams are jockeying for position to ensure that they are positioned in the top six before the second schedule starts in early January. Four of the top teams won last week. Gus Brown (Don Beaton) needed extra-ends to beat Lake Scugog Lumber (Carol Jackson), South Scugog Auto Sales (Glenn Evans) beat Kennedy Renovations (Bill Kennedy), while HUB International’s Rob Larmer battled through an injured knee to handily beat Pineridge Impress (Ralph Fairman). Sue McKnight’s Nerium International team now find themselves in the mix of teams atop the standings with a convinc-
ing 11-3 victory over The Pub’s Willie Beaton, bringing The Pub back into that group with their second loss. Peterborough Foursome Win Maple Leaf Bonspiel When all the scores were calculated at the annual Maple Leaf Ladies Open bonspiel at the Port Perry Curling Club, Krista Thompson from Peterborough was declared the winner. This was her first year at the event and with the help of of her team of Peal Dixon, Monica McNamee, and Ann Beckett-MacNeill, they finished in top spot. Port Perry’s Cheryl Betson finished in second place while Uxbridge’s Brenda Harper finished in third. Organizers would like to thank Jeff Pett at Maple Leaf Foods for his continued support of this event. Teams each played two eight end games and were treated to great home hosting for lunch. This bonspiel has been running for over forty years and continues to be a highlight for local curlers.
Omnific and All Flags are fit to be tied TARA FREW Special to The Standard
The Blackstock Minor Hockey League's Midget Division was in action over the weekend, with a high scoring tied game between Omnific Design and All Flags Shell finishing 1111. Omnific Design’s goals
came from Eric Kerr (5), Jacob Lee (2), Justin Tobin (2), Travis Martin and Kain McIver. All Flags Shell had goals by Michael Bos (5), Ryan McCourt (2), Cameron Barkey, Tieson Wright, Corbin Davis-Turnbull and Liam Maisonneuve. In the second game in the Midget Division, Luch-
ka Float Service took the win over Denault by a final score of 4-1. Luchka Float Service’s goals were by Alex Lalonde (2), Carter Lamb and Clay Larmer. Assists came from Sean Ashby, Tyrus Jay and Seiji DeLucaWhiteman. Denault’s single goal was an unassisted marker by Ben Sargent.
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Kate Macdonald Butler, granddaughter of Lucy Maud Montgomery, offered conversation and a signed copy of her grandmother’s famous novel, Anne of Green Gables to the Yang family - during the recent Lucy Maud Montgomery Day festival in downtown Uxbridge. Numerous local businesses, such as Blue Heron Books, offered their locations for events and contests which highlighted the authors’ BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard fame for a younger generation.
Christmas shopping made easy with the SCA Sparkle Sale BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: The Township’s local artists and Scugog Council for the Arts (SCA) members are making unique and enticing gift giving easy this holiday season! Returning for another year, the SCA will present a showcase of local artwork and craft by its members, in various media. Patrons will find everything from stocking stuffers and greeting cards to holiday gifts of fine art for the special people on their list. The annual SCA Sparkle Sale, runs from Monday, Dec. 1 to Saturday, Dec. 20. Each one of the many items available will be a unique work of art created by one of the SCA’s talented member artists.
Readers are invited to join the SCA artists for holiday cheer at their Christmas Gathering kick-off event, on Dec. 1, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Meet the artists, choose from the best selection of artwork, and stay in town for the Scugog Santa Claus Parade, which begins rolling through downtown Port Perry that evening, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The SCA Gallery is located beside the Township Office at 181 Perry St., in Port Perry. Gallery hours are from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through to Saturday. For more information on the Gallery or the Scugog Council for the Arts, visit www.scugogarts.ca or call 905 982-2121.
‘Animals - Face to Face’ exhibit explores the joys of nature SCUGOG: Stretch your artistic perspective and explore the raw beauty of nature in the upcoming exhibit at the Kent Farndale Gallery, “Animals - Face to Face” by Scott Richard. The opening reception will begin at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Dec, 6. The show is slated to run from Dec.
6 until Jan. 8, at the Kent Farndale Gallery in the Scugog Memorial Public Library, located at 231 Water St., in Port Perry. A self-taught sculptor and painter, Scott strives to create while holding on to the sense of wonder he felt as a child seeing an insect or an animal for the first time. “I love ani-
mals, from the smallest to the largest, and I hope that shows through in my work.” Join him on his journey into art, appreciation and wonder over the holiday season. The Kent Farndale Gallery is open seven days a week during library hours. Please call 905-985-7686 for more information.
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SINGING FOR A CAUSE: The Rolling Hills P.S. ‘Making A Difference Crew’ took to the stage at their Sick Kids fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 22, inside the Blackstock Arena Hall. The crew organized a carnival day, in lieu of Macy Scarlett’s birthday party, to gather toy donations for patients in Sick Kids Hospital. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
‘BINGO The Musical’ is ready to make its mark in Scugog SCUGOG: The Scugog Choral Society has their cards and markers ready, and they want readers to scream “Bingo!” alongside them on-stage, with their latest production just kicking-off with casting. ‘BINGO The Winning Musical’ is a splashy and zippy new musical comedy, with lots of laughs and audience interaction. A die-hard group of bingo players will stop at nothing to make it to their weekly game - in between the number calling, strange rituals and fierce competitions, love blossoms and old friends reunite. This lovable group will spring to life with a smart, entertaining script, and a bouncy, sing-a-long score. Audiences will be laughing in the aisles as they play games along with the cast - and hope to shout out ‘BINGO!’ for themselves. Popcorn, friendship, intrigue and a famous five-letter word unite, to turn Grandma’s favourite form of gambling into fun-loving musical theatre - ‘BINGO’ is a hilarious portrait of a peculiar competition. Audition nights are Monday, Dec. 1 and Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., call backs will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Showtimes will begin in mid-April at Town Hall 1873. In order to set up an audition, please e-mail info@scugogchoralsociety.ca to inform of your attendance, and be prepared to perform a vocal audition and cold read of the script. Hopeful cast-members are asked to download and complete the audition form, and bring it, or a resume, with them to the evening - forms can be found online at www.ScugogChoralSociety.ca, or by emailing info@scugogchoralsociety.ca. To prepare for the audition process, candidates are asked to review the character descriptions and prepare one song to demonstrate vocal range and ability, for the character type chosen. Please bring sheet music in a suitable key for the piano accompanist and a head shot
- script readings will be done from the production script. If required, call backs will be held on Thursday, Dec. 4, at which time a there may be a choreography component - if hopefuls are not called back, they may still be under consideration for the show. In any event, all persons auditioning will be notiified of final casting decisions. Character descriptions and audition preparation notes have been included for reference. The Director may request you to read for a different character in addition to one you choose or as an alternate. VERN (40’s): Female. Matriarch of the group. Funny, robust, stubborn and crusty but with a good heart buried under a gruff exterior. Please prepare a Merman-esque Broadway belt song showing range and power. Belter, low A to a solid C. PATSY (40’s): Female. Somewhat mousey, neurotic and obsessively superstitious, yet underneath all that anxiety lies a rock star who can let it rip! Please prepare an up-tempo gospel or rock song showing style and range. Pop Belt to F. HONEY (40’s): Female. Leggy, beautiful but a little past her prime. She an extremely loveable sex kitten if not the brightest of bulbs. Please prepare a contemporary or pop ballad. Belt/Mix to E.. SAM/FRANK (40’s): Male. Sam is the Bingo caller – tall, rugged and handsome. He loves his job and takes his calling very seriously. The only thing that can distract him is Honey – the woman of his dreams. In flashbacks, he doubles as FRANK – a long-haired hippie bingo caller from the past. Baritone to F. MINNIE MARTINELLI (60’s): Female. Friendly bingo hall manager, she’s everyone’s favourite cute, cuddly grandma. Although this woman could be the oldest in the group, she’s still spry and quick on her feet. She must be extremely comfortable interacting and improvising with the audience and have a good, warm energy. Please prepare a short, character up-tempo song showing personality. Character woman belt/mix to C.
BERNICE BOODALAY (40’s): Female. Super Mom, genuinely sweet and cheerful. She’s the peace maker and the pie baker and spreads sunshine wherever she goes – maybe a bit passive-aggressive with her friends. Please prepare a sassy, Merman-esque Broadway belt song showing range and power. Also must sing sweetly then belt a C. ALISON BOODALAY (20’s): Female. Bernice’s daughter—fresh faced, passion-
ate, optimistic, perky and quirky. She is a young, comedic character in an ingénue’s body. Must be able to belt F sharp. The book and music for ‘BINGO The Winning Musical’ were originally produced by Michael Heitzman, Ilene Reid and David Holcenberg. The Scugog Choral Society’s preoduction will be directed by Deb De Jong, and choreographed by Chris Haughton.
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Monday-Wednesday 10-6 • Thursday 10-7 • Friday 10-8 • Saturday 10-6 • Sunday 11-3
SALE
Saturday, December 6th RADIO REMOTE with
Gingerbread Decorating for the kids Donation proceeds go to the Port Perry Scout Hall Restoration Fund
Carolyn Ellis 11am - 1pm Food sampling while you shop
11am - 3pm
Fill The Van Saturday 11am - 3pm Operation Scugog needs your generous donations of non-perishable food and unwrappd toys & gifts Let’s make everyone’s Christmas special!
$2.00 ICONS FOR SALE IN-STORE - ALL PROCEEDS GO TO OPERATION SCUGOG