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Poppy Facts • John McCrae wrote the poem “In Flanders Fields” after serving in battle in 1915 • In 1918, American poet Moira Michael wrote “We shall keep the faith” in which she promised to wear a poppy in memory of the dead. This popularized the poppy. • Although it doesn’t really matter, men are supposed to wear poppies on the left, and women on the right. This is because when soldiers receive medals, they are worn on the left side. What Type of Name is November Ever wonder how the months of the year got their names? November has a funny story behind it. It’s not named after a God like some of the other months, but way back in ancient Greece, the calendar year used to start in March, and November was the 9th month. The Latin word for 9 is Novem, hence the name November.

Christmas Tours The long awaited Christmas Home Tour is coming up fast! Come out and look at some beautifully decorated homes just in time for the Christmas season! Purchase your ticket before November 1st for a chance to win a chauffeured Williamson Chrysler car for the tour.

Santa Claus Parade Get your gloves and hot chocolate because it’s that time of year again! Yup you guessed it, the Santa Claus Parade is just around the corner. Make your way down to Brock St on November 24th at 11am to see all your favourite floats and of course, Santa!

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“The trails of Uxbridge? They’ve changed my life. No doubt about it.” They were one of the main reasons Darrin Davis and his wife, Amy, chose to lay down roots in Uxbridge, moving from Toronto just over a year ago. One of the Trail Capital of Canada tourism signs peaked their interest, and a walk along the Countryside Preserve that sealed it for them. So enchanted with the green paths that weave through Uxbridge was Davis that he spent the past year photographing the trails in all their splendour: textures of bark, curved tree trunks, mud paths in the fall, sunlight through leaves. What started as Facebook and Twitter photo posts bragging to his “city friends” about his green living has resulted in a 12 month fine art calendar featuring quotes from local outdoor enthusiasts like sculptor Fly Freeman. “I am out there two or three times a week, all through the year, watching the landscape go through its cycles, watching for signs of the local fauna, delighting in the fresh air, happy that no one sees me doing jumping jacks in the meadows.” Davis is donating a portion of the proceeds to the Trails of Uxbridge. Calendars are just $20, available at Blue Heron Books (62 Brock St. W.), Elemi Organics (58 Brock St. W.) and online at his etsy shop. “Everything is so hectic all the time, and I started committing a few times a week to spending time away from computers, life etc.,”

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Davis says. The cover photo from the calendar photo is his “sanctuary” where he meditates with his dog, Dublin. “It’s the combination of cardio, exercise, meditation, being quiet, being out in nature.” Illustrator, family friend and fellow trails lover, Tracy Walker, agrees. “I find myself returning again and again, uncovering endless inspiration for my creative life,” she writes in the calendar. “Each season and time of day generously offers up its own version of beauty, and with any luck, I’m there to observe it.” Davis is celebrating the calendar at a launch party on Friday, November 2, 2012, at Blue Heron Studio, behind the book store. You can purchase copies of the calendar, fine art prints of trail images, art cards and more. For more information, email Darrin Davis at peacefullyproductive@yahoo.com, visit www.etsy.com/shop/crazyuncleart, and donate at www.kapipal.com/uxbridge.calendar.

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Uxbridge is home to over 40 venerable buildings. Scattered throughout the downtown area, ranging from Reach to Younge Street, chances are that there’s a heritage building near your neighbourhood. I recently had the opportunity to take a walking tour of Uxbridge and get a close look at the buildings. Each of the buildings vary in size, detail and age, but there is one thing in common about them: they all tell a story. They tell the story of how Uxbridge came to be. These historic buildings are staples in our community. Although they are seasoned and by some, forgotten, they contribute to making Uxbridge a picturesque town. One of my favourites was the library, with its looming clock tower watching over the downtown. Originally built in 1887 and restored in 1985, this beautiful building is a noteworthy addition to our town. No detail was overlooked in the building of the library. With multiple stories, the large building slightly emulates some of the churches in town, which coincidently were built around the same time as the library. This dignified building oozes with history, and I suggest to anyone that hasn’t taken the time to really appreciate the building, to do so. Another building I’ve always liked was the Music Hall. Although the structure is nothing out of the ordinary, I’ve always felt that this building commands attention. The second story windows add a welcoming feeling as you walk in. Although it has been

redecorated since it originally opened in 1901, it still exudes an old fashioned interior. Filled with star-studded line ups over the years, the Music Hall has hosted a plethora of shows ranging from Shakespearian plays to Christmas pageants. This building is of great importance to many people, and it doesn’t surprise me. Another building that immediately caught my eye was 203 Brock St W. Built in 1866, this building has quite a history. The Davidson family lived there until 1918. What initially caught my eye was the peculiar window on the garage and the unusual colour combination. It has a cozy atmosphere and an anomalous layout. The garage is an interesting addition to the house, and the fact that it used to be the Davidson’s fanning mill adds to the history of the building. These buildings are just a small percentage of all the heritage buildings in town, and I suggest you go to the Town Hall and pick up your own copy of the Cultural Heritage Walking Tour and rediscover Uxbridge.

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BY MATTHEW BURLEY

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Matthew Burley is a Co-op student from Uxbridge Secondary School. He enjoys skateboarding, snowboarding and spending time with his friends. He is currently working part time at Vince’s Market and aspires to be a journalist when he is older.

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Saturday, October 20

Lucy Maud Montgomery Day This exciting all day event starts out in the Leaskdale Historic Church with educational speakers and goes all morning. In the afternoon, visit the St. Pauls and take part in some fun activities! TIME: 9:00 a.m. WHERE: 11850 Regional Rd. 1, Leaskdale Historic Church CONTACT: 905 904 0977

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Tuesday, October 23

Retirement Planning Is retirement just around the corner? Wooden Sticks is hosting an event based on planning for it. Guest speakers include Wilmot George and Craig Fehr, investment strategists that want to help you plan for the future! TIME: 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Wooden Sticks Golf Club, 40 Elgin Park Dr. CONTACT: 905 852 2831

Halloween Cooking Classes With Halloween just around the corner, what better a time than to make a haunter gingerbread house? All ghosts, witches and other spooky accessories come included. TIME: 6 p.m. (23) and 1 p.m. ( 27 and 28) WHERE: 323 Toronto St. S. CONTACT: 905 852 5009

Thursday, October 25

Victorian Medicine Show Come learn about Victorian Era medical equipment! Take a hilarious dip into the past as you learn about the fascinating beliefs and treatments of the Victorian Era. This is an adult only event. TIME: 7 p.m. WHERE: 7239 Conc. 6 Uxbridge Historical Centre School House CONTACT: 905 852 5854

Friday, October 26

Roast Beef Dinner Make your way over to the Trinity United Church for a delicious Roast Beef meal! Children 5 and under eat for free! TIME: 4:30 p.m. WHERE: 20 First Ave., Trinity Church CONTACT: 905 852 6213

Saturday, October 27

Victorian Era Paper Crafts Workshop Learn about and create fascinating paper crafts and projects from the beautiful Victorian era, including paper silhouettes, greeting cards, a decoupage box, and more. Bring a picnic lunch. Please RSVP TIME: 11:00 a.m. WHERE: 7239 Conc. 6 Uxbridge Historical Centre School House

Sunday, October 28

Discovering Elvis Make your way over to the Uxbridge Music Hall to watch the opening performance of Discovering Elvis. The opening matinee show is only $10 a ticket! A fun show filled with hilarious characters. TIME: 2-4 p.m. (Oct. 28th)3-5 p.m. (Nov. 10th) 7:30-10:30 p.m. (Nov. 1st-3rd, 8th-10th) WHERE: Uxbridge Music Hall 16 Main St. S. CONTACT: 905 852 1836

Wednesday, October 31

Theatre at the Museum A fun twist on going to the museum, instead of looking at exhibits, you act instead! The audience become the actors in this unique event. Expect something scary! TIME: Last Wednesday of every month, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: 7239 Conc. 6 Uxbridge Historical Centre School House CONTACT: 905 640 3966 | e-mail Bnortheast@powergate.ca

TIME: 7:30 a.m. WHERE: Unit 10, 307 Toronto St S., RBC Uxbridge CONTACT: 905 862 3291 | e-mail lorna.justice@rbc. com

Saturday, November 3 Geocaching Come try out geocaching and experience the forest in a new way! After a short introduction and receiving your GPS, you’ll be sent off on a fun and educational scavenger hunt. TIME: 10 a.m. WHERE: 1820 Concession Road 6 Glen Major Forest CONTACT: Mary Williams 416-661-6600 ext.5660 or e-mail mwilliams@trca.on.ca

Pearls and Lace Craft Show There’s something for everyone at this impressive seasonal craft show. Find everything and anything from alpaca knitting to wreaths, jewellery and woodworking! TIME: 10 a.m. WHERE: Goodwood Community Centre Hwy 47 and Dur.21 (Goodwood rd.) CONTACT: 905 640 3966 or e-mail Bnortheast@powergate.ca

Wednesday, November 7

Mistletoe Magic An evening of demonstrations of festive decorations by local designers, Chinese auction, wine, cheese and more! All proceeds to be donated to the Uxbridge Youth Centre. TIME: 7 p.m. WHERE: Senior Centre, 75 Marietta St. CONTACT: 905 862 3456

Fashion for Charity presented by Woods & Woods, a charity show featuring ladies’ and mens’ fashions with benefits to Windreach Farm. Tickets $25 TIME: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Wooden Sticks Golf Course, 40 Elgin Park Dr. CONTACT: 905 852 1810

Thursday, November 8

Make your Own Electric Cigar Box Guitar Ever felt the urge to get creative with a cigar box? Ever wanted to create your own guitar? Well here’s your chance! Head over to the Uxbridge Youth Centre at let Dave the

Guitar Guy work his magic. Only 12 spots available. TIME: 4 p.m. ( Both on the 8th and 15th) WHERE: 34 Brock St. W. The Youth Centre CONTACT: 905-862-3456

Saturday, November 10

Maud’s Favourite Things Christmas Craft and Gift Show Just in time for the Christmas season, find the perfect gift for the person that has everything. Freshly baked goods, unique crafts and gifts available. TIME: 10 a.m. WHERE: 11850 Regional Rd. 1,Leaskdale Historic Church CONTACT: 905 904 0977

Saturday, November 24

Santa Claus Parade Do you hear sleigh bells? Because the Santa Claus Parade is on its way! Come out for an afternoon of fun and magic as you watch your favourite characters and floats parade down Brock St. TIME: 11 a.m. WHERE: Brock St. CONTACT: Angela Horne at 905 852 2601

Ol’ fashioned Christmas Concert Join us for a night of wonderful talent and beautiful voices! Entry by donation. TIME: 7 p.m. WHERE: 11850 Regional Rd. 1, Leaskdale Historic Church CONTACT: 905 904 0977

Monday, November 12

Catfish Willie and the Bucklebusters Performance Prepare for a fun night of energetic performances by Catfish Willie and the Bucklebusters! They play a variety of blues, swing and folk ranging from the 20’s to current original pieces!

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Small Business Advice Seminar Thinking about starting or already own a small business and have some questions you need answered? Head over to the RBC Uxbridge Branch to discuss people in the same boat as yourself! Please RSVP.

TIME: 8:00 p.m. WHERE: 19965 Hwy. 12, Green Bank Hall CONTACT: Contact: 905 985 8351

Tuesday, November 13

Drop In Bowling Love bowling and making new friends? This is your chance to do both! Parish Lanes Bowling Alley is putting on a free event where youth can come and bowl for free. Free food also included. TIME: 5 p.m. WHERE: Parish Lanes Bowling Alley, 69 Brock St. W. CONTACT: 905 862 2695

Wednesday, November 21

Sanford United Church Beef Supper Make sure to head over to the Sanford United Church for a wonderful beef dinner! Children under 6 eat free! TIME: 5 p.m. WHERE: 433 Sanford Rd. Sanford United Church

Saturday, November 17

Annual Christmas Bazaar Want to get some Christmas shopping done early? Then make your way over to the Christmas bazaar where gifts, crafts, collectables and more are available. TIME: 1:30 WHERE: Butternut Manor, 3 Norm Goodspeed Dr CONTACT: 905 852 6777 or 1 888 852 6778

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Thursday, November 1

BY MATTHEW BURLEY

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A wise man and a personal role model of mine, Mahatma Ghandi once said, “You must be the change you wish to see in the world” and I have taken this quote to heart. I want to be that change. Everyone has a passion. Whether it’s a sport, an art, a job; everyone is passionate about something. My passion is skateboarding. My life has revolved around it ever since I stepped on my first board when I was 12. It helps relieve stress, it keeps me open minded, in shape and in general, it’s rewarding. Unfortunately, I understand that not everyone shares my opinion on skateboarding. Some see it as an art form or a sport, while others see it as a waste of time or a tool for defacing property. Regardless of Uxbridge’s current opinion on skateboarding, I want to influence our community. I want to show them the side of skateboarding that I see. I want them to see the commitment, hard work, and time that the skateboarders of Uxbridge put into skating. I want to have Uxbridge supporting skateboarding one way or another. Recently, things have been looking better for the Uxbridge skate scene, with the construction of the new skate park that everyone is extremely excited about. Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor expressed her excitement for the new park stating that it will be positive for the youth. The Uxbridge Youth Centre has also played a major role in rejuvenating skateboarding in Uxbridge by putting on annual events. Vanessa Slater, head of the Youth Centre feels that, “Our community has been amazingly supportive of this project - we have had an interest and support from eight year olds to seniors. People are really starting to embrace the recreational and social benefits of skateboarding, scooters and bikes. The Rotary Club, Optimists and Gorgons of Uxbridge have been extremely supportive as well, which has made a huge difference”. Unfortunately, Uxbridge hasn’t always been this supportive. The lack of support became noticeable once the old skate park was torn down. This was a sad time for me because I would spend almost my entire summer there. Whether I was skating or watching, I was having a good time, learning and making memories. From that point on, my friends and I have been forced to skate the streets, but it’s been as hassle due to the anti-skateboarding by-laws that have been put in place. It’s understandable how business owners are a little weary of opening up to skateboarding. Skateboards are loud, destructive, and drive away customers. Although, in most cases, skaters end up skating in back parking lots or areas where we aren’t as

easily noticed, in hopes that we don’t get kicked out. Yet we always do. Skateboarders can come off as disrespectful at times, but it is only because of the constant disputes that we have to put up with. On occasion, we skate in spots that we know are inappropriate for skating, but it is only because we have no designated spots to be skating at. A good friend of mine, Jacob Apps agrees saying that, “We get told to go skate somewhere else. But there’s nowhere to skateboard. If we had a park we’d be there”. All I ask is that if you don’t like us skateboarding on your property, just ask us to leave .We don’t expect any special treatment, just to be treated like regular people. It’s a waste of energy to yell at us; our generation of skateboarders have common courtesy and we understand that we are not welcome everywhere. And I know I can’t speak for everyone, but I personally will keep this promise. Now I bet some of you are asking yourselves, “Why is this kid making such a big deal about this?” and I’ll tell you why. I’ve never hit a hole in one, scored a winning goal or hit a home run, but I bet I know the feeling. Learning a new trick while skating is easily the most rewarding feeling I’ve ever felt. It’s a feeling of triumph, shock and satisfaction. I want to share this feeling with everyone. You don’t even need to be good at skating to enjoy it. Cruising down the street can be one of the most relaxing things you can do and clears your mind instantly. I hope I’ve inspired a few of you to look at skateboarding from my perspective, and given you some insight into the struggles we go through just to skate.

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Name: Tim Bastmeyer What You Do: Music producer, engineer, singer, song writer, performer, and music teacher How: I produce and record bands and solo artists using state-of-the-art recording equipment. The process usually involves setting up studio time, rehearsals (pre-production), hiring musicians in some cases, setting up the band in the studio, and when it’s time to record, striving to get the best out of each artist. My own recordings work in a similar way. Where: Recordings and teaching are mainly done at my studio in Uxbridge. I do use some other studios sometimes. Performances are done all over the world but in the last few years I have played in Canada and the United States. I am not touring at the moment, but you can catch me

performing solo instrumental jazz/blues guitar every Saturday at Frankie’s Ristorante in Uxbridge ( 1 Main St. S.) By the Numbers: I have 7 guitars, 55 students a week, 2 albums I am producing at the moment, and over 50 albums I have worked on either producing, engineering, or performing. Neato: All of my albums have been added to the permanent collection of The Library of Congress in Ottawa. I am officially a part of Canadian history. Biggest Challenge: Balancing a work schedule and finding time for my own projects. Biggest Reward: My wife and I are coming up to 10 years teaching in Uxbridge and have had the privilege of getting to know so many great students and families in the community. Some students have gone on to graduate from university and college music programs and others have bands of their own now. Teaching has been a continuously rewarding experience.

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| the gray haired workforce | ADAPTED FROM INTELLIGENCE FOR YOUR LIFE AT WWW.TESH.COM

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If you’re old enough to retire, then you’re old enough to get hired: a growing number of companies are putting a higher value on older workers. In just the past decade, North American companies have hired more than 10 million workers age 55 and up. They’re known as the “gray workforce.” More than 70% of companies think hiring older workers makes good business sense. That’s because older workers are proven to be reliable, since they don’t jump around from jobto-job the way younger workers often do. Plus, senior workers have skills and knowledge that are highly valued by today’s bosses. And seniors get something from this trend too. Studies have found that the complex activities involved in work - such as multi-tasking - help preserve cognitive function and delay Alzheimer’s. Plus, seniors who continue to work past retirement tend to be more active, eat better and have better physical strength. That explains why more companies are encouraging the

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“gray workforce” trend, by installing brighter lights, adding keyboards with larger keys, and modifying cubicle designs to make the workplace easier for mature workers to navigate. Which industries are hiring today’s seniors? Bus and taxi drivers. More than 100,000 seniors are working as bus and taxi drivers today. Retail clerks, janitors, farmers and ranchers. This group is made up of another 100,000 members of the “gray workforce.” Musicians. There are 25,000 working musicians who are old enough to be retired, stats show. Banking and manufacturing. There are thousands more jobs available for seniors in banking and manufacturing companies, such as John Deere. Experts say the “gray workforce” trend is only going to get bigger because in the next 15 years, senior citizens will comprise 20% of the total population.

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It’s great to have big shade trees in your yard. But, come fall, you can start to resent them. Those big trees drop leaves, and that means extra work, hassle, and lost time.

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Chop those Leaves with your Mower Take the grass catcher off your mower and mow over the leaves on your lawn. You want to reduce your leaf clutter to dimesize pieces. You’ll know you’re done when about half an inch of grass can be seen through the mulched leaf layer. Once the leaf bits settle in, microbes and worms get to work recycling them. Any kind of rotary-action mower will do the job, and any kind of leaves can be chopped up. With several passes of your mower, you can mulch up to 18 inches of leaf clutter. Feed your Lawn to Speed Up the Process Microbes do a better job recycling carbon from leaves when they have nitrogen. Your grass will grow better, and your microbes will work harder, when you feed your lawn after mulching those leaves. See Great Results in the Spring When spring arrives, you’ll notice something. The leaf litter you mulched up in the fall will have disappeared. Your rake will look dusty and neglected. And your grass will look greener than ever. Mulching: a Better Use of Resources When you rake your leaves, it costs you. Your local taxes pay for trucks to sweep up your leaves or pick up your leaf bags, which often end up in landfills. If you burn leaves, you’re just sending up clouds of carbon into the atmosphere. Mulching leaves simply recycles a natural resource, giving you richer soil for free.

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| is it worth it to lose it? | ADAPTED FROM INTELLIGENCE FOR YOUR LIFE AT WWW.TESH.COM

Ready to lose it and let loose on someone? Ask yourself these questions to determine if your anger is appropriate to the situation. This comes from Duke University psychiatrist and anger researcher Dr. Redford B. Williams: Is this situation important? Are you upset because someone is driving slowly in front of you? Yeah, not important. Is my reaction appropriate? Your anger is appropriate is

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your kid’s little league coach is screaming at him. Your anger is inappropriate if you’re upset because your kid is batting 7th. Can the situation be changed? You can sometimes change a situation, or modify your own behavior. But it’s very hard to change someone else’s mind. That’s a situation you should simply walk away from. Is it worth it to take action? Consider if the emotional energy you expend is worth the possible payoff. Dr. Williams says if even one answer to these questions is NO, your anger is misplaced. The good news is, in the time it takes to ask yourself these questions, may be enough for you to gain perspective and your composure.

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There’s good news. A recent study done at Michigan State University shows that you can forget about raking, blowing, and bagging leaves. Instead, just mulch them with your lawn mower and feed your lawn with a nitrogen rich lawn fertilizer. It’ll save you work, improve your soil, and add nutrients. Here’s how to do it.

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| Quinoa Granola Bars |

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Quinoa (pronounced ‘KEEN-wah’) is a delicious whole grain that was prized by the Incas for its nutritive value. It’s the only grain that contains all of the essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. It’s delicious savoury with chicken or chickpeas and feta cheese, or in a variety of sweet uses such as these gluten- and nut-free granola bars! Notes: Recipe can be tripled using a jelly roll pan (11X17). Bars freeze well. Granulated maple sugar is 100% maple syrup that has been cooked at a higher temperature. I have subbed with brown sugar in a pinch. Ingredients 2 cups quinoa (flakes) 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla or almond extract 1/2 cup maple sugar 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut or chopped dates or chopped apricot 3 teaspoons cinnamon

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. 2. In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients, except cinnamon, in the order listed and mix well. 3. Place mixture in a 8 or 9 inch greased baking pan and press flat using the back of a fork or slightly moistened finger tips. 4. Sprinkle the top with cinnamon. 5. Bake 45 minutes. 6. Remove pan from oven and cut into bars. 7. Return pan to oven for 10 minutes until bars become crisp. 8. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.

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