September 2013 by Uxbridge Town Talk

Volume 5 | Issue 7 | September 2013

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contents

volume 5 | issue 7 |september 2013

Town Talk Tidbits Back-to-School Techy Tips Seniors, What are They Doing Online, Anyways?!

Faces of Uxbridge Jeffrey Ross

Historically Speaking Remembering Richmond

Guest Column Win This Space

Community Calendar September Calendar

Peacefully Productive Smart Acts STAFF Managing Editor: Elaine Leigh Graphic Designer: Holly Myers Sales Manager: Sandi Leigh CONTRIBUTORS Elizabeth Brooke Acton Darrin Davis Claudiu Popa Sari Pandopulos Sean Ruppel Maria Marotta Dennis Milenov Dave Watt facebook.com/uxbridgetowntalk

Spotlight On You Frank Elsworth Super Sports Mountain Bike Capital

Your Community Local Living

UTT Kitchen PC Cherry Almond Strudel

Feeling Fine Good Posture: A Key To Health

Happy Endings Meet Pancakes

From the Editor We Have a New Look

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In today’s society Art has a very different look and feel than it did 10 years ago. It seems as though everyone has a different craft or artistic genre that they specialize in, and even though it is not ‘art’ in one person’s mind it is definitely a unique form of creative expression. Coming from a very artistic family, I have grown up seeing many different crafts and forms of artistic expression from many different people. I have two grandfathers in my life, one built the most intricate ships and the other specialized in designing typography. My father constructed houses, while my mom loved to sew and draw. My grandmother knits the most beautiful sweaters. Each of these creative outlets is a different craft, but all are a form of Art. The small town of Uxbridge is full of many different and unique artists from oil painters and singers, to dancers, jewellery designers and one-of-a kind custom door makers. In this issue of Uxbridge Town Talk you will see that although Uxbridge is a small town, there is a very large community of artists and artistic supporters. There is a very diverse and amazing network of people who have contributed to the arts through festivals like the Celebration of the Arts. As summer comes to a close don’t forget to come out, visit and support all of our amazing local artists and enjoy the many events Uxbridge has to offer throughout the month of September.

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Summer Break Around the World Think eight weeks of summer vacation is not enough? Germany only has a very short six week vacation. However, in Chile, summer vacation lasts from mid-December to early March, meaning Chilean children are off for about 12 weeks. And in Ethiopia, vacation is 12 to 15 weeks, depending on the school.

Summer Vacation Before the school calendar became national, geography determined when students attended classes. In small, rural areas, school went from December to March and May to August so that kids could help plant in the spring and harvest in the fall. In the urban centres, schools feared spread of disease in hot, crowded schoolrooms and gave their children summers off. Biggest School The biggest school in the world (in terms of pupils, not area) is the City Montessori school in Lucknow, India. The school was set up by the Ghandi’s in 1959 and has more than 32,000 students! That’s more than a lot of universities (not to mention a lot of towns...)

Crayons Everyone’s favourite colouring utensil, the crayon, ranks #18 on the list of most recognizable scents, according to a study done by Yale University. In a Color Census, blue was voted the favourite crayon colour, while the worst were tan, tumbleweed and spring green. By the time a little one turns 10, they will have worn down approximately 730 crayons and will have spent about 28 minutes per day colouring (on average).

School phobia Didaskaleinophobia is the fear of going to school. Yes, it actually exists, and 2.4% of school-aged children are considered to have it, on an international level. Pencils Pencils are not only good in the classroom, but they can be used in zero gravity, upside down and even under water. The average

classroom pencil can write approximately 45,000 words (or draw a line that is 56km long). That’s a long life! School days Not every country has the same school days as we do here in North America. In Brazil, school runs from 7 a.m. to noon because students go home to share lunch (the most important meal) with their family. And in Mexico, students go to school Monday through Friday with elective classes on Saturdays too.

Apples The tradition of giving apples to teachers dates back to the 16th century in Denmark, where parents would pay their educators with food (namely, apples since they were expensive and hard to harvest), since teachers couldn’t live off their small salaries.

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Ten years ago, 10% of seniors were regular Internet users. A decade later, Statistics Canada tells me that two-thirds of Canadians over 65 are plugged into cyberspace. What are they up to? In a word, everything. From sharing pictures on Facebook to looking for compatible singles on eHarmony, the Internet has recognized and embraced this growing demographic. Gone are the days when Granny asked a family member to print a web page. This is the new senior generation, and they’re on a mission. They use technology as an enabler, to shop, read news, keep in touch and conduct research. In fact, computers are so important for older adults that they spend an average of 45 hours per month online. For me, that’s a big deal because it doesn’t just say that they venture online on occasion, but that they’re regulars who enjoy it enough to keep coming back. Many active seniors aren’t just using computers, but taking advantage of mobile technologies, smartphones and ipads to read ebooks, newspapers and play games. For those who enjoy making the most of their connectivity, a rich universe of online resources awaits. Here are just 3 of my recommendations:

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The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre – In my cybersafety seminars I present educational tips for keeping safe online because cyberfraud and scams are disproportionately targeting our seniors. This site provides tips and stats to help you and yours stay out of trouble. Facebook – email and social media still occupy the top spots, with seniors loving most social media experiences with Facebook leading the way. Be sure to systematically click through every single Privacy setting before starting to use Facebook. Only ever post what you absolutely need – that means little to no personal information and a minimum of data hungry apps. Need more evidence that seniors are changing the status quo? Here’s a multitude of government reports that you can peruse, print, share and get informed: http://popa.ca/senreports

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| seniors: what are they doing online, anyway?! |

It looks like seniors, computers and the Internet have compromised and have met half-way. Savvy users have agreed to learn the basics, computers have increased in user-friendliness and the Interwebs have become so streamlined that practically anything can be found in just a couple of clicks. Are you still reading this? Get online and enjoy yourself!

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| jeffrey ross |

BY ELAINE LEIGH

Through Uxbridge Town Talk, I have the privilege to meet many of the interesting people that live and work in Uxbridge. Today, I had the opportunity to meet a gentleman who has made an imprint on Uxbridge. Jeffrey Ross is a husband, father, entrepreneur, artist, and the owner of Jeffrey Ross Jewellery, based out of the community of Uxbridge. Jeffrey’s career started out on a much different path than the route he is on today; he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph and started out working as a microbiologist. For Jeffrey, the road to Gemology was paved by the inspiration to design an engagement ring for his fiancé, creating what proved to be a life altering design. Realizing he had a passion for jewellery and with the encouragement of his fiancé, Jeffrey returned to school to study the Jewellery Arts Program at George Brown College. This new direction lead to some great business opportunities for Jeffrey; he joined the Toronto Board of Trade where he networked and learned and was Chair of the Community Action Program (CAP). In that role, he managed teams who organized events like: The Officer of the Year Awards and The Arts Symposium. He worked from a small studio space located within their downtown Toronto condo. Jeffrey came to Uxbridge because of a career choice; his wife Patti was offered a teaching position in our community. This was the beginning of Jeffrey Ross Jewellery, a local boutique offering custom designed jewellery. Jeffrey’s designs have been worn by accomplished people such as Miss World Canada. By 2008, with his busy life as father, husband and entrepreneur, Jeffrey felt he was missing too much of his young son’s life. He wanted to find a way to preserve his son’s childhood; jewellery was the natural choice. As a Mothers’ Day gift, Jeffrey

took an impression of his son’s fingerprint, and “Dimples” was born. This was the beginning of what was to become a very popular charm. People travelled from all over Ontario to have an actual impression of their fingerprint developed into a charm. The popularity of the impression created the need for a process which allows for individual fingerprint impressions, produced to scale. With a grant from “The National Research Counsel” Jeffrey was able to develop this process with a material to make the “Dimples” product. His research and development have made it possible to use sterling silver to produce an imprint that is a scaled, three-dimensional imprint of your child’s fingerprint. This process is incredibly not made by a mold, but by the actual fingerprint onto the charm you or your loved one has touched. Not only has Jeffrey designed a unique process, but also an original and personal method to have time stand still. In 2009 Jeffrey began promoting Dimples and it is now available in over 51 stores and continues to grow globally. With a passion for design he has continued to expand his “Dimples” line, and of course continues to design unique and inspirational pieces for his customers at Jeffrey Ross Jewellery. With his wife Patti now part of his team I suspect we will be seeing more of his work available globally very soon. To have“Jeffrey Ross Jewellery” and “Dimples” both designed and manufactured in our small town of Uxbridge, Ontario is incredible. As a resident of Uxbridge Elaine has taken the helm of Sweet World Media, publisher of Uxbridge Town Talk. Elaine has three passions, family, photography and her Golden Retriever Jake. With a new business, three grandchildren and plenty of photo opportunities in Uxbridge, life’s been busy but fun!

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John Richmond, 1926 – Jan. 2013, was a Canadian artist, illustrator, muralist, author and former instructor at the Ontario College of Art (now OCAD U). Richmond had his finger on the pulse in the arts community, and held memberships with numerous groups, including the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts, the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour, the Ontario Society of Artists, and the Arts and Letters Club. If you have been into the Uxbridge Public Library, you have no doubt seen the triptych mural painted by local artist John Richmond, located inside the Library’s downstairs meeting room, which recognizes and commemorates Glenn Gould, Lucy Maud Montgomery and David Milne; talented residents of Uxbridge who were renowned in their respective fields of Music, Literature and Painting. Richmond painted his whimsical triptych over a period of 5 months, with the public unveiling of The Uxbridge Mural on September 18th, 1987, at the official opening of the newly expanded and renovated Uxbridge Public Library. Depicted in the mural, Richmond “intended to portray the implicit spirituality of the work that these three people performed.” His initial “scribble” depicted “Glenn, Lucy and David as Chagall-like angels floating over the town of Uxbridge”, an image that he discarded upon his “realization of how much space and time would be occupied painting legs and feet, which had only a supporting role in their careers”. With talent like Richmond’s, it comes as no surprise that The Uxbridge Mural was only one of the many contributions he would

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make to the arts community in Uxbridge; John was one of the founding members of the Celebration of the Arts, which celebrates its 28th year this month. The idea behind the Celebration of the Arts stemmed from a desire to bring Professional artists and their art to Uxbridge. Ron Tindley, previous owner of the Hobby Horse Arms in Uxbridge, and local musician Tom Baker, were the masterminds behind this creative venture. Four artistic directors were chosen to develop programs in music (Tom Baker), film (Academy Award winner Christopher Chapman), visual art (John Richmond) and theatre (local actress/director Roz Pritchard). What started as a three-day festival has snowballed into a threeweek long event, bringing visitors, artists and art supporters from all over Ontario, to Uxbridge. This year’s Celebration of the Arts schedule is packed with events like the Uxbridge Studio Tour, Juried Art Show, Gala, Roxy Short Film Festival, Books and Authors Night – and so much more. This one-of-a kind Celebration has helped make Uxbridge an Arts destination and is an indulgence for one’s senses, started over a quarter of a century ago by a local group of visionaries, muralist John Richmond included. I encourage everyone to join in the Celebration of the Arts this September, remembering John Richmond’s contribution to this festival and to the arts community in Uxbridge (and beyond) through a Celebration of his Life and all those whom he touched personally and professionally.

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| remembering richmond (1926-2013) |

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 The 149th Uxbridge Fall Fair Come celebrates 100 years of 4H with the Uxbridge Fall Fair. Featuring horse and tractor pulls, demolition derby, livestock, poultry, homecraft, vegetables, flowers, entertainment, amusements, contests and food vendors. Adults $10, Weekend $25, Children Grade 8 & under free. Free parking. Time: Fair Opens Friday, 5 p.m. Closes Sunday, 5 p.m. Where: Elgin Park Contact: www.uxbridgefair.ca

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 GrandParent’s Day on the Rails Right across North America, September 8th is the day that grandparents are honoured. What better way than to take them for a trip on the York-Durham Heritage Railway through the picturesque Oak Ridges Moraine. Special Offer - 50% off for each grandparent accompanied by a farepaying grandchild. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: York-Durham Heritage Railway, 19 Railway St. Contact: www.ydhr.ca

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Art Classes for Adults: Art Journaling Art journaling is the practice of making a visual expression of your thoughts, feelings and directions you want your life to take. It involves using mixed media with a variety of techniques, from collage to stamping and drawing or whatever inspires you at the time. It is fun and therapeutic! Learn some techniques, socialize and be inspired by others. This is a workshop for anyone. Bring your art materials, glue, magazines, a small sketchbook or notebook to glue your journal pages into. Fee: $20. Registration required.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Art Classes for Adults: Learn to Paint in Acrylics I A series of 3 workshops that builds skills and techniques in acrylic painting, working in still life. You will complete one painting

over three weeks, under the guidance of a professional art teacher. Bring your acrylic paints, brushes and a painting surface: canvas, paper or board. Recommended size: 9x12 and up, but not larger than 20x24 or so. Beginners and experienced artists welcome. Fee: $20 per session, pay as you go, attend as many as you wish. Registration required. Time: 6:30-8:30 Where: Art Studio, 434 Feasby Rd Uxbridge Contact: 905 852 0120 www.barbarasimmonsart.weebly.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Railfan Day on the Rails The day begins with the engine start-up followed by a three-hour train ride in heritage equipment ranging from 1920 to 1950 coaches. There will be free draws for cab rides as well as Caboose Rides during this journey. Lunch will be provided. After the trip there will be tours of all equipment as well as more draws for special gifts. There will be Model railways on display as well as a vintage car show (weather permitting). Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: York-Durham Heritage Railway, 19 Railway St. Contact: www.ydhr.ca

Uxbridge Studio Tour The 28th Uxbridge Studio Tour is a self guided tour. It is a visual feast of two dozen or more studios and galleries and their many guests in Uxbridge and area. You will meet a rich and diverse community of artists, craftsmen and makers of all kinds; goldsmiths, jewelers and blacksmiths, glass artists, ceramists, fibre artists and sculptors, painters, photographers, printmakers, and stone carvers who explore their media in many innovative ways. Free admission. Time: September 14 & 15, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Contact: www.uxbridgestudiotour.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Teddy Bear Day on the Rails Children 12 and under ride free when carrying their Teddy Bear (all children with Teddy Bears must be accompanied by an adult with a maximum of 2 children per adult). Dr. Bear will be checking out Teddys (and other loved plush animals) during our trips between Uxbridge and Stouffville. The good doctor will be checking

to see that your Teddy can give lots more hugs and cuddles. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: York-Durham Heritage Railway, 19 Railway St. Contact: www.ydhr.ca

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 17th Annual Juried Arts Show This show is a multi-discipline arts exhibition created for the enjoyment of Uxbridge area residents. It showcases the richness of the artistic talent found within 200kms of the Township of Uxbridge. Time: Opening Reception: Sept. 17th, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Refreshments Exhibition Dates: Sept. 17 – Sept. 21, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sept. 22, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Town Hall, 51 Toronto St. S. Contact: www.celebrationofthearts.ca

Children’s Art Show See the artists of the future. There is an opening reception for family and friends to come on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 and the art will be on display from Sept. 18 to Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sept. 22 ending at 2 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Town Hall, 51 Toronto St. S. Contact: www.celebrationofthearts.ca

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Art Classes for Adults: Learn to Paint in Acrylics II Second in a series of 3 workshops that builds skills and techniques in acrylic painting, working in still life. You will complete one painting over three weeks, under the guidance of a professional art teacher. Bring your acrylic paints, brushes and a painting surface: canvas, paper or board. Recommended size: 9x12 and up, but not larger than 20x24 or so. Beginners and experienced artists welcome. Fee: $20 per session, pay as you go, attend as many as you wish. Registration required. Time: 6:30-8:30 Where: Art Studio, 434 Feasby Rd Uxbridge Contact: 905 852 0120 www.barbarasimmonsart.weebly.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 ART Happening Street pARTy! An all ages celebration to showcase our community’s creativity and artistic flair! Enjoy musical arts, creative arts, visual arts, literary arts, culinary

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Gala Night Hosted by Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Present, come see performances by Matt Mclsaac, Kate Quinn, Timi Turmel & Marie-Jeanne Brousseau, Mac Morin. Tickets at Woods & Woods. $40. Time: 7:30 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main St. S. Contact: 905 852 1836

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 3rd Annual Youth Film Festival A Gala Film Festival Night showcases the top 10 youthcreated films. The top film will be showcased at the 13th Annual Worldwide Short Film Festival at the Roxy on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. Open to youth ages 13-19. Tickets for this event are available at the Roxy box office.

Beginners and experienced artists welcome. Registration required. Time: 6:30-8:30 Where: Art Studio, 434 Feasby Rd Uxbridge Contact: 905 852 0120 www.barbarasimmonsart.weebly.com

Books and Authors Ted Barris has hosted the Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts “Books & Authors Night” for a quarter century. Shelley Macbeth and Blue Heron Books celebrate “B&A’s” 28th year by featuring Ted interviewing several popular authors and inviting questions from the audience, as well as a chance to meet the authors over the autographing table. $15 (includes refreshments). Tickets from Blue Heron Books or at the door. Time: 8 - 10 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main St. S. Contact: 905 852 4282

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Meet the Alpacas! Arriba Linea Open House Please join us for our Annual Open House. Spinning Demos, Children’s Activities, Beautiful Alpaca Products for Sale, Have Your Picture Taken With An Alpaca! September 28th and 29th rain or shine. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Arriba Linea Alpacas, 755 Sandford Rd. Contact: 905 862 0222 | www.arribalinea.com

Uxbridge Health Show Over 30 vendors and practitioners. Speakers every hour of the show. Sample bags at the door for every customer. Baskets for draws hourly.

Time: 7 p.m. Where: Roxy Theatres, 46 Brock St. W. Contact: 416 989 6963

Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Arena, 291 Brock St. W. Contact: 905 862 3270

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

Walk-a-Thon for the New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge-Scugog This event will have two starting points; Uxbridge at the Seniors Centre and the Port Perry Arena. Participants will walk 7km along Reach Rd. and meet in the middle at the old Epsom school house. They will enjoy entertainment, a free BBQ and maybe even win one of several prizes. You must register at either starting point on September 27 from 7 to 9 pm, or September 28 from 8 am.

Art Classes for Adults: Learn to Paint in Acrylics III 3rd in a series of 3 workshops that builds skills and techniques in acrylic painting, working in still life. You will complete one painting over three weeks, under the guidance of a professional art teacher. Bring your acrylic paints, brushes and a painting surface: canvas, paper or board. Recommended size: 9x12 and up, but not larger than 20x24 or so. Fee: $20 per session, pay as you go, attend as many as you wish.

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact: 905 862 2692

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Shorts for Shorties The Roxy Kids in Action and the Roxy Theatres of Uxbridge are very excited to be once again hosting the Shorts for Shorties film festival. This very successful event is presented for the enjoyment of the families and most importantly for the children in these families (although the films appeal to all ages). Coffee, tea and baked treats available for a donation to the Uxbridge Youth Centre. Tickets on sale at the Roxy Box Office and Presents, Presents, Presents for $4. Time: 9 a.m. Where: Roxy Theatres, 46 Brock St. W. Contact: 416 989 6963

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Outdoor Art Workshop Youth (ages 10-14) can sign up for this free Culture Days event. Bring your art supplies and learn the technique of creating art from two prominent local artists. At the end of the workshop, participants will host an art show for family and friends and bring home their new works of art. Limited spaces, please pre-register early to avoid disappointment. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Uxbridge Historical Centre, 7239 Conc. Rd. 6 Contact: www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com

REGULAR EVENTS Uxbridge BIA Seniors Day Seniors are encouraged to come shop, dine & explore Uxbridge each Tuesday. On Tuesday, participating businesses will display an orange ‘Keep Calm Seniors Day Here’ sign. Stop by to discover special Seniors promotions, sale items, in-store guests, a demonstration, a free activity or a Seniors discount. Contact: 905 852-9181 x 406

Uxbridge Farmers Market Providing farm fresh produce & meats, homemade preserves & baking, honey & maple syrup, as well as handmade crafts & artwork. Open every Sunday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Uxbridge Arena. Legion Bingo Bingo resumes Thursdays starting September 5th at the Uxbridge Legion. $1200 in prizes to be awarded. Must be at least 19 years of age. Doors Open 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m.

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| smart acts |

BY DARRIN DAVIS

There’s nothing quite like a steaming pot of fine tea, a Tin Cup date-square and an inspired chat with a fellow ‘Creative Entrepreneur’ to make the most of a fading summer’s afternoon. Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Michael Serres, the director of Smart Acts - a fresh local business offering acting classes that connect the development of creative theatrical skills with leading theories in cognition and the amazing Positive Psychology movement, to “help you become smarter, happier, and more interesting.” What follows is my interview with Michael. (For more info on upcoming classes, etc. Check out www.smartacts.ca)

channel.” For a period of time, that’s how I imagined my future… a vague, grey snow. If you can’t imagine a future, you can’t make plans, set goals, move forward. All I could do was tread water. Positive psychology has helped me see and appreciate my strengths, instead of focussing on my weaknesses. This isn’t to say I ignore them, but Positive Psychology has taught me simply to emphasize the positive, leverage my strengths, focus on doing what really makes me happy. Mindfulness is a big part of that… it’s about living more in the moment. You can cultivate mindfulness by simply making it a daily habit to really look at something, or someone that you think you already know. Really pay attention. Notice five new things about that thing or person. Cultivate the mindset that you can never fully know anything, or anyone. Make it a habit, and you improve your cognitive flexibility, you improve your resilience in the face of setback, you lower your stress levels, you improve your relationships.

Darrin: What do you think of as some of the most ‘unsung benefits’ of creative expression?

Darrin: Where are some of your upcoming classes taking place, and what can people expect to gain from taking part?

Michael: Creative expression expands our capacity for problem-solving. Developing skills in creative expression helps us see connections between disparate ideas which in turn gives us more options in solving a problem. I also think it boosts our confidence in our ability to solve problems, to affect situations… what psychologists call self-efficacy.

Michael: I have classes coming up at the Scugog Rec Centre. I also have a class starting up at the Port Perry United Church. Details are posted on my website at www.smartacts.ca. We’ll be doing vocal and body warm-ups, improv exercises, character development, and scene analysis. We will also explore the relationship between these exercises and latest research to see how these exercises contribute to an increase in personal happiness and improve cognitive capacity. Participants will come away smarter, happier, and more confident!

Darrin: Can you describe your ‘Eureka moment,’ when you discovered that your passion for drama could be used as an antidote to cognitive decline in those over 40?

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Michael: It was last summer (August 2012) and I was juggling a bunch of different ideas in my head. I was planning the production of A Streetcar Named Desire for the Borelians Community Theatre in Port Perry (theatre), I was reading books on how to keep our brain sharp as we age (cognition), and contemplating what my next career should be (Positive Psychology). And one day it just clicked… everything the experts say you need to do to keep your brain sharp as you age is what actors do to grow their acting skills. Learning lines, remembering blocking, developing new characters, improvising scenes with other actors all have their counterparts in brain experts recommendations: exercise your brain, try new things, develop new social connections, stay active. And there are so many older actors still working that prove this connection.

Darrin: Very True! I’m a big fan of Michael Seligman and his groundbreaking work with Positive Psychology. How has Positive Psychology and mindfulness affected your own personal outlook on life? Michael: The opening line to William Gibson’s novel Neuromancer is “The sky above the port was the color of television, tuned to a dead

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Darrin: What would be one of your top tips for someone interested in expressing themselves through theatre, but afraid to get started? Michael: Fear, of course is a great obstacle for many people when it comes to trying out new things. When it comes to the theatre, as with anything else in life, baby steps are often the best way to move forward. No need to make the leap from living room to stage in one jump! A Smart Acts class is an excellent way to dip your toes into the water and build new skills while making new friends. There you have it folks! I really look forward to taking one of Michael’s classes this Fall. Hope to see you there. Keep your emails coming to me at peacefullyproductive@yahoo.com, and don’t forget to check out my blog at www.peacefullyproductive.com. Darrin Davis is a professional Singer/Songwriter, Painter, Photographer and Creativity Coach. The CEO of Peacefully Productive Inc, Darrin lives in the wildwood splendor of Uxbridge, Ontario with his lovely wife Amy and his incorrigible puppy Dublin. (All 3 are relentless Blue Jays fans.) www.reverbnation.com/thedarrindavisband www.etsy.com/shop/crazyuncleart

for many of his works. Some of his most popular creations are hand crafted and sculpted screen doors made from B.C. pine, which he custom makes and decorates with a wide variety of wildlife paintings, including deer, moose, loons and wolves. More recently he has begun making garden stones and mirrors, once again featuring scenes from nature. Living in the natural beauty of Uxbridge has given Frank continued inspiration to do what he loves best – create works of art that reflect the charm of nature and its living creatures. You can see a small sampling of Frank’s work on his website: www.natureseasel.com

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Frank was born in….well, let’s just say he was born quite a few years ago…..in Yorkshire, England. He was always interested in drawing and painting, but times being what they were, he opted for a more practical career as an auto mechanic. Frank made the move to Canada in 1982 and was kept busy running a large car dealership and raising 3 daughters. Always a lover of nature and animals, he purchased a cottage in Haliburton in 1996, after which he was finally able to pursue his long delayed dream of creating beautiful works of art. He discovered a natural affinity for working with wood and stone, and these became the “canvases”

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| mountain bike capital of ontario right in your own backyard!| By now most “Uxbridgians” are aware that we live in the trail capital of Canada, but how many of you are aware we are in Ontario’s mecca for Mountain Biking? Just to the south, Uxbridge is burgeoning with great trails, accessed by locals and Toronto riders alike. Uxbridge is also home to some of the key people in the inception of Mountain Biking in the area, and the foremost event organizers in the sport. Chico Racing ran its first Mountain Bike event in 1994 in Durham Forest and now, 20 years removed they still hold the largest 24 hour event in North America, just north of Bolton. Chico Racing is run by Adam and Sean Ruppel, both born and raised in Uxbridge and homeowners in town. Adam has continued his entrepreneurial endeavors with Canada’s largest Obstacle Running series, Mud Hero, while Sean continues to organize the Ontario Cup Series, Crank the Shield, the Trek School Series and other events in Southern Ontario. Under the Superfly Racing umbrella, the Ontario Cup series makes its first stop at Woodnewton, a private local trail system owned by other Homegrown Uxbridgeite Erin Bennett. Both Woodnewton and Durham Forest also play host to the Trek

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School Series, a grassroots series geared towards getting more youth into Mountain Biking. For those of you unfamiliar with the sport, Mountain Biking would be better suited with the moniker of “trail riding”, given our geographical lack of, well, mountains. The Oak Ridges Moraine, however, forms the perfect topography for fun, fast, rolling trails that aren’t too difficult. Durham Forest and the Walker Woods, respectively operated by Lake Simcoe region and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority boast over 100 km of continuous trail. All you need is a decent bike, a helmet and a little ambition to give it a try. Start with easy, wide trails and graduate to more narrow, twisty singletrack. The Durham Mountain Bike Association have great programs for beginners, while more ardent riders could give organized events a try. Log onto both www. chicoracing.com and www.superflyracing.com for information on key events in the area. As another local twist, longtime resident Eric Orschel runs a fun weekly series out of Durham forest, a great way to break into the sport. Check it out at www.bikenxs.com. Most of us have an old or not-so-old Mountain Bike in the garage; Dust it off and get out on our great trails! Happy Trails! Sean Ruppel has been an avid mountain biker and athlete since the late 1980s. The family has been in the sport since its humble beginnings,and they have been prominent promoters of the sport for 20 years. In addition to work with Chico and Superfly racing, Sean is a trail builder, and has recently built many great trails within Uxbridge.

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EVENT LISTINGS Uxbridge Studio Tour

Books and Authors

Uxbridge Youth Bands Together

Roxy Youth Short Film Festival

17th Annual Uxbridge Juried Art Show

World Wide Short Film Festival

Children’s Art Show

Shorts for Shorties

Gala Night

Ryleepuss Presents The Legends

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the public! In fact, this year’s Juried Art Show is going to be amazing! We sent out a call for entries early this spring & we had 71 artists apply, with over 200 works to be juried by our panel, Gabrielle Peacock, and Charlotte Hale. They will pare this down to a selection of around 50 of the very best works for to show you. During the Celebration of The Arts, several notable guest Authors will also be in town during the Books and Author events and this year’s evening Gala event called Music with Friends is being hosted by Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy so once again the Celebration of the Arts will attract people from far and wide to attend this stellar celebration of talent. For another fun, free family event, come enjoy the ART Happening Street pARTy on Saturday September 21st where you will discover more ART! Experience hands on activities, demonstrations and see local performers of all ages all up, down and around Brock St. in downtown Uxbridge. ART Happening showcases our communities creativity! Anyone interested in joining ART Happening as a performer or artist, please email businessfacilitator@uxbridgebia.ca For more details about Uxbridge creative community visit www.celebrationofthearts.ca or connect with us on facebook

The Rotary Club of Uxbridge is excited to announce it will be hosting the 10th Anniversary “Million Dollar Hole-in-One Challenge” this coming September 4-8 at Little Sticks Driving Range located on Elgin Park Drive in Uxbridge. In celebration of the event’s 10th birthday various anniversary specials will be offered to participants including a draw for $1000 in cash to one lucky participant who buys a bucket of balls and fills out a players coupon for a draw to be made at the finals on Sunday. Participants who buy 5 pre-sale tickets for $20.00 each will receive a 6th ticket free! Anyone scoring a hole-in-one from the 100 yard qualifying distance will receive a $100 cash prize or 5 additional buckets of balls free. Special events during the 5 day challenge include “Ladies Day” on Thursday, September 5th with special prizes sponsored by Ron Noble Insurance. Friday, September 6th is “Canadian Tire Day” with leader board prizes courtesy of Uxbridge Canadian Tire. “Youth Day Challenge” takes place on Saturday, September 7th from 9am - 1pm with prizes compliments of Wooden Sticks. The top 10 lady and youth winners from their respective days qualify to shoot for a

$50,000 hole-in-one prize at Sunday’s finals. The Rutledge Jewellers “Putt-to-Win Challenge” is back with the winning male and female qualifiers each receiving a $500 gift certificate courtesy of Rutledge Jewellers. The top 10 leader board qualifiers each day will receive a great gift and can attempt to qualify each of the 5 days. 50 semi finalists will shoot 3 balls each 160 yards on Sunday afternoon in an attempt to qualify for the 6 person final. Any semi-finalist who scores a hole-in-one on their first ball will be awarded a 2014 Subaru Forester Limited courtesy of C&C Motors. A hole-in-one on the second shot get’s the participant an inground pool installation courtesy of Jones Pool. Lastly, a hole-in-one on the final semi final attempt will see that lucky swinger heading off to Scotland on a golf vacation for 2 compliments of Ian Morrison, Sales Representative with Remax All-Stars Realty. Any person scoring a hole-in-one in the final will win $1,000,000 to be paid in $50,000 installments over 20 years. All 6 finalists receive prizes in order of finish with the closest to the hole winning a fantastic Muskoka golf weekend for 2 sponsored by Doctors Michael & Vi Tu Banh of Uxbridge. Hours for the event a Wednesday through Saturday 10am to dusk and Sunday 9am - 2pm. Pre-sale tickets of $20 each are available from any Uxbridge Rotarian or by dropping into Ron Noble Insurance Ltd. at 2 Elgin park Drive. Please consider coming out and help Uxbridge Rotary in making this 10th Anniversary celebration the biggest and best to date!

Come join the Terry Fox Foundation with sisters Susan Evans, Julia McDonald, Maggie Ferraro and their families who have been organizing this fun family event for the last 10 years, on Sunday September 15th at 9am. Run, walk or bike the 2km, 5km or 10km trail with your dogs, strollers, wheelchairs and the whole family to help them raise money for cancer research. This event was organized by 3 sisters to help promote family fun while still supporting an

important cause. 84 cents of every dollar raised goes directly towards cancer research, there is no registration fee – it’s free. This is a fun filled family event for all to enjoy and get a little exercise too. Registration is located at Elgin Park Bandshell at 8:15am the morning of the event. Please come ready to show your support and have a great time all while helping an amazing cause.

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Creativity abounds in Uxbridge this fall! Join us to experience one of the many events planned as part of Uxbridge’s Annual Celebration of the Arts festival. Over the past 28 years, this creative non-profit organizations group of volunteers have spent countless hours coordinating this annual festival and each year it is truly remarkable to see our local talent displayed. The Celebration of The Arts strives to showcase virtually every ART form- music, books, sculpture, film, photography, dance, theatre, cuisine and the visual arts. This year it runs from September 14th to October 10, 2013 & since Uxbridge is home to so many talented artists and performers everyone should make time to attend an event or two! You are sure to find events for all interests. Whether you decide to head out for the Uxbridge Studio tour during which you can visit the artists studio and discover where their creativity soars or stop by the Township of Uxbridge office during the week long Juried Art Show (JAS) where you will visualize an abundance of local talent. The JAS is free and open to

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The PC Cooking School has a full-time cooking school program for kids and adults, we offer great birthday parties and you may rent the room for your next meeting. Visit our website at pccookingschool.ca to register online or in the store at Customer Service or contact Coordinator Maria Marotta at 905 852 5009 or pccookingschool.uxbridge@loblaw.ca Ingredients 1 jar PC Black Label Ontario Montmorency Sour Cherry Fruit Spread ½ cup dried cherries 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted

2 tbsp ground almonds 1 tbsp cinnamon 1 tbsp. brown sugar 6 sheets PC Pastry, thawed 1/3 cup PC Black label Normandy style unsalted cultured butter, melted ¼ cup icing sugar

Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine fruit spread, dried cherries and flour. In another bowl, combine sliced almonds, breadcrumbs, ground almonds, cinnamon and brown sugar. Lay one sheet of phyllo on the baking sheet, keeping remaining phyllo sheets covered with a clean damp kitchen towel until ready to use. Brush phyllo with butter; sprinkle with one-sixth of the ground almond mixture. Repeat phyllo, butter and nut mixture layers, reserving a little butter, until the phyllo and nut mixture is used up. Using a small offset spatula or the back of the spoon, spread cherry mixture evenly over top of phyllo layers, leaving a 1 inch bonder bare on all sides. Roll phyllo up lengthwise, jelly-roll style. Tuck ends underneath and brush seams with remaining butter. Place seam side down in the middle of the baking sheet. Using a shape knife, cut 3 equal silts across top of roll. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and budding. Let stand for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with icing sugar and serve.

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BY DENNIS MILENOV

Sitting, stressed in traffic on the 404? Spending hours per day at work sitting in front of a computer? In large part due to occupational stresses, back and neck pain related to poor posture are on the rise. Two of the main culprits are prolonged sitting and slouched posture which can increase stress on your spine and supporting muscles. Over time, poor posture may be caused by improper habits with everyday activities such as sitting, driving or computer work. These posture problems often lead to aggravating episodes of back or neck pain and over a prolonged period can damage spinal joints and muscles. The following guidelines can help you improve your posture and keep your back healthy and strong: Get up and move. As muscles tire, slouching, slumping, and other poor postures become more likely; this in turn puts extra pressure and stress on the neck and back. In order to maintain a relaxed yet supported posture, change positions frequently. One way is to take a break from sitting in an office chair every half hour for two minutes in order to stretch, stand, and walk before resuming a seated position. Hours of Facebook and checking your email are a bad combination for your spine! Keep the body in good alignment while sitting. Practice perfect alignment while sitting: sit up straight and have the ears, shoulders, and hips in one vertical line. For those with desk jobs, make sure your workstation is set up properly and have an ergonomic assessment if necessary. Remember any single position, even a good one, will be difficult to maintain for long so avoid static positions and move frequently. Avoid unbalanced postures such as crossing legs while sitting, leaning to one side, hunching the shoulders forward or tilting the head. Commuters, next time you are driving out of town test yourself by sitting

with perfect posture in your driveway and “set” your rear-view mirror. Recheck your mirror again 20 minutes later. If you are slouching, you’ll struggle to see anything! Use exercise to help prevent injury and promote good posture. A regular exercise routine that includes aerobic activity such as walking or swimming combined with specific core strengthening exercises will help maintain general conditioning and help postural muscles of the spine stay strong. A strong core will withstand fatigue, help promote good alignment of the spine, and is a key to injury prevention. Stretching is often overlooked and is something that should be done daily. Simple movements like reverse shoulder rolls, tilting the neck to the side, and knee to chest stretches can help decrease muscular tension.

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Be aware of the warning signs. Pain related to poor posture will often start as mild stiffness or loss of range of motion in the neck and back. This can eventually lead to more intense pain or pain that lingers for long periods that is not relieved by a change of position or stretching. Like most injuries, it’s better to seek help at an early stage to correct minor problems before they become a major issue. Having a spinal assessment by a chiropractor or qualified health professional will help determine whether your spine is in good alignment, your joints are moving properly and what treatment might be necessary to correct your problem. Don’t ignore your posture! It’s an important key to your overall health. Dr. Dennis Milenov is the owner and chiropractor at Axis Chiropractic & Wellness (formerly Begg Chiropractic). He has lived and practiced in Uxbridge since 2001. He practiced perfect posture while writing this article. He can be reached at dennis@axischiropractic.ca

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BY DAVE WATT

Pancake is a blackand-white cat discovered by a Ministry of Natural Resources officer near Highway 47 and Lake Ridge Road last fall. Terrified and literally fighting for his life, his front paw was caught in a leg-hold trap and he was partially submerged in swamp water. Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Control staff rescued Pancake, sedated him, and with great effort, removed the trap from his crushed paw (which earned him the name Pancake). Fortunately, X-rays showed no broken bones so he was treated for his injuries and recuperated at the current shelter on Reach Street. During his stay, Pancake’s silly personality and antics made him a favourite with the shelter staff. He was adopted and now lives in a safe environment with a loving family in Port Perry Help more animals like Pancake by supporting the New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge-Scugog, a designated charitable organization created by a volunteer group of concerned citizens to build a new facility to replace the outdated and inadequate existing shelter. For more information and to donate online, visit www. animal-shelter.ca, Facebook (facebook.com/NewAnimalShelterforUxbridgeScugog) and Twitter (@AnimalShelterCa). Want to get involved and help right away? Then grab your family, friends and pets and take part in the New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge-Scugog Walk-a-Thon on September 28. Participants can

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As most of you know Sweet World Media, is under new management. As the publisher of Uxbridge Town Talk we thought we would share our new look with our readers first. We hope you like it. We invite you to meet our staff, new and old, which offer a strong and fresh approach to Marketing and Design. Sandi our new Sales Manager now compliments our team. Her Sales background, combined with a Degree in Graphic Design, gives her a practical edge when quoting your work. Myself, having 25 years in Sales and Customer Service combined with a background in the Arts and Design enables me to bring accomplished experience and professionalism. Holly our designer, who remained with us through the transition, brings to us an advanced degree in Graphic Design, and a keen eye for helping your business look its best. Our web designers take your ideas, our designs and develop an unbeatable presence with your website. Our team is an amazing combination of young, fresh and experienced.

Sweet World Media proudly publishes and produces local magazine Uxbridge Town Talk. Featured above are our first 5 issues as new owners. All can be read at www.uxbridgetowntalk. com. Also, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/uxbridgetowntalk. We always gratefully accept feedback and story ideas and look forward to hearing from our loyal readers.

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THE SWEET WORLD MEDIA TEAM IS PROUD TO LAUNCH OUR NEW LOOK. Like our attitude, it is fresh, modern and fun, while maintaining our professional and sleek attitude towards design and colour. Come in and see what we can do for you and your business.

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24 Franklin Street, Uxbridge MLS: N2703523 $1,600/month

8 Bolster Lane, Uxbridge MLS: N2707617 $459,900

2349 Con. 6 Road, Uxbridge MLS:N2676885 $819,000

Wow! Very nicely finished detached 3 bedroom Barton Farms Beauty! Open concept main floor, kitchen w/walkout to dynamite fully fenced backyard & deck,kit features breakfast bar, eat-in breakfast area & open to large living/dining room. Garage drywalled & insulated by builder w/hydro. Professonal landscaping makes this is one pretty package.

Beautifully done French Country home complete w/antique doors, custom windows, imported french hardware, exposed timbered ceilings, pine plank floors. This home must be seen to be believed. New granite and stainless appliances in the open concept pine kitchen, patio backing to Oak Ridges Moraine.

FOR LEASE Pretty century semi on quiet street in Uxbridge. Large updated kitchen with sunroom and walkout to backyard, deck and hot tub, original features such as trim and windows, high ceilings, large open concept living room, dining room, large bedrooms.

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Have you Discovered Uxbridge?

Cindy Wood loves Uxbridge! As a life-long Uxbridge resident Cindy launched this website to help showcase this unique town. Since, 2000 Cindy has been helping people buy and sell their homes as a real estate agent and broker with RE/MAX All-Stars Realty Inc., Brokerage in downtown Uxbridge. Cindy is celebrating the one year anniversay of her Blog and Resource guide for residents and residents-to-be Discover Uxbridge! Go and visit the site and see why Uxbridge is a great & unique town!

www.discoveruxbridge.com

Cindy is a full-time real estate professional who goes above and beyond for each client, buyer and seller alike. In her everyday business, Cindy values integrity and honesty. Her goal is to make each transaction as smooth as possible for her clients.

Cindy Wood Broker Re/max All-Stars Realty Inc., Brokerage 47 Brock St. W. Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1N5 Office: 905 852 6143 Fax: 905 852 5696

www.cindywood.ca

An established local business with strong ties to the Uxbridge community. Whether you are looking to upgrade existing landscaping or extend your living space outdoors with a new interlocking patio area, Heyes is available to help. Residential and Commercial references available.