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WHY CARING FOR PLANTS IS GOOD FOR YOU
Incorporating a variety of plants into your daily life can significantly enhance your overall well-being. This can be done through various means, such as integrating indoor and outdoor plants, keeping potted plants, or engaging in gardening activities. Adding greenery to your surroundings improves air quality, leading to a healthier environment. The presence of plants has been linked to reduced stress levels, improved mood, and a sense of accomplishment, all contributing to a healthier and more vibrant living space.
Plants not only release oxygen but also absorb airborne pollutants, thus improving indoor air quality. Their presence has a calming and therapeutic effect, reducing stress and enhancing mood by connecting us with nature. Spending time in green spaces and gardens positively impacts mental well-being and helps with stress recovery, promoting a relaxed and peaceful state of mind.
Engaging with plants can also boost productivity and cognitive function. Research suggests that having greenery in your workspace enhances concentration and attention span, thereby increasing overall productivity and creativity. Whether it’s a small succulent on your desk or a lush garden outside your window, plants create a stimulating and refreshing atmosphere conducive to accomplishing tasks efficiently.
Caring for plants brings a sense of accomplishment and responsibility. Watching a plant thrive under your care is rewarding and fosters a greater connection to the natural world. Gardening provides physical exercise and a deeper appreciation for the lifecycle of plants and the intricacies of nature. Tending to plants and immersing yourself in nature brings fulfillment and contributes to a healthier, more vibrant living space, enriching your quality of life.
Every day, we count ourselves fortunate to immerse in the natural world as landscape designers and contractors. Our work involves using
plants as our primary tools, creatively integrating them into our designs to bring natural beauty to life.
By incorporating a greater variety of plants into our gardens, we can enhance biodiversity and cultivate a more authentic natural environment. Expanding the variety of plants, introducing some native plants, reducing lawn space, or adding trees can all contribute to this transformation. Contact us today for more ideas on making your garden more sustainable and bringing you closer to nature. Visit us at parklanelandscapes.ca or call 7053270064 for a free consultation.
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Hello hello again! We hope you have had a chance to enjoy this beautiful summer so far. Despite some heavy rain, I think we have had some incredible weather in our area that has allowed us to enjoy this stunning area we live in. I know I talk about how lucky we are to live here all the time - I can’t help it, it’s such a great place to live!
We here at The Villager are always hard at work figuring out how we can be bigger and better. We are never satisfied with the status quo. We’re always asking ourselves, how can we make this better?
Improvements take time to implement, so we wanted to say thank you for sticking with us and being patient. We promise, this is just the beginning and we know you will be very excited to see what we have in store in the coming months.
Our focus lately has been you! All of you! From advertisers that help support us, to
readers who pick up the magazine each month, how can we serve you in the best way possible? We have spent months and months brainstorming and crafting the future of The Villager in a way we feel is authentically us. Only recently have we discovered our path and the direction that not only improves our advertising program but that also continues to churn out engaging articles.
Unfortunately, we’re not prepared to make any announcements just yet. We will have to keep you in the dark for a short while longer as we implement the beginning stages of our plan. Just know there are some very exciting things heading your way whether you want to grow your business or simply enjoy some quality local content.
Until next time!
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Artist Spotlight
After more than 30 years as a hair stylist, Raunelea closed her business in Peterborough and retired to Orillia with her new husband. Seeking an outlet for her natural creativity, she pursued and excelled at a variety of artistic endeavours, but it wasn’t until she picked up a drawing pencil and then a paintbrush that she discovered her true passion and talent. Her paintings immediately displayed an astonishingly nuanced and mature ability in a very short time Raune-lea used her experience with colour, light and proportion to great effect.
And as it turned out, her new hometown of Orillia is an ideal place to grow as a painter. Always eager to share and learn from other artists, she quickly became noticed in Orillia’s very active arts district, and was soon being hired by artists to participate in some large mural projects. Her participation in the arts community has even extended to her taking on the role of president of the Orillia Fine Arts Association.
She has also teamed up with another artist, Deby Melillo and together are known as MarshMellow. They have planned several shows this year and have invited other artists to join them.
Her work in hyper-realism has allowed her to become a master of her tools. Her love and adeptness with colour allow her to truly capture the mood of the subject. Combining the two, produces art with the best of both – technical prowess with unconstrained artistic flair.
Raune-lea’s subject manor is mainly cottage themed, but she does take commissions for pet portraits and landscapes.
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Welcome to 14 Orser Drive! This one owner Home has been lovingly maintained over the years and is now Ready for Your Family to start Your Lifetime Memories. Well-designed Bungalow offers optimal space efficiency while ensuring comfortable living. Living and Dining rooms boast gleaming Hardwood Floors, classic crown molding, generous expanse of windows for natural lighting. The eat-in Kitchen has access to the large Sundeck. Adorable 3-season Sunroom also leads out to the Sundeck. Three Bedrooms and full bathroom complete the main floor. In the lower level, you will find the spacious Family Room 33’x11’ with gas Fireplace, laundry and extra storage rooms, plus Workshop with walk-up to the Attached Garage. Forced air gas furnace and central air conditioning. Fabulous Country lot with mature gardens. 2 outdoor sheds for extra storage. Super location on the outskirts of Orillia with Bass Lake close by.
The front yard Maple trees warmly greet you with their vibrant foliage, creating a Welcoming entrance to this Bungalow. MLS# 40619270 Now you have arrived… Welcome Home!
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Welcome to 3303 Crescent Bay Road on the sparkling shores of Lake Couchiching! A perfect blend of Family Home and Waterfront Vacation Destination awaits within this singular property. Sprawling Bungalow offers over 3,700 sq. ft of finished living area where every room offers its own unique feature. Lakeside offers 102’ with Granite Stone retaining wall, jet float modular Dock and rare to find Wet Boathouse. The Main Floor includes spacious Living room with Fieldstone Fireplace and bay window overlooking the beautifully Manicured Gardens, 3 generous sized Bedrooms with primary having an Ensuite Bath with glass walk-in shower, Main Floor Laundry in the 2nd Bathroom.
• Over 2,100 sq. ft. finished living area with surplus rooms to finish to your tastes
• Charming 3-season sunroom leads to large sundeck overlooking the back yard
• Oversized single car garage with front and back entry plus access to basement
• Lovely mature country lot 100’ x 150’ close to Orillia, Bass Lake, Horseshoe Valley
The Kitchen with built-in appliances has a Versatile set up for Dining and Entertaining with Sitting area and sliding glass Doors leading to the Porch. The Lower Level is fully finished and flows easily from the expansive Games room to Family room with Fireplace and relaxing Den, all with warm wood accents. There is a 4th bedroom, home gym, crafts room, and an incredible amount of storage. Fully screened Muskoka Style covered Porch has 5 Skylights, Cable TV, ceiling fans so you can peacefully enjoy the Panoramic Water Views that will capture you. Attached garage with inside entry, mezzanine storage and tandem doors to flow-through access. In-Water Boathouse 39’x21’ has an incredible array of features such as electric & manual Boat Lifts, Pully Systems, Electric door, Aeration Bubbler System, and even a shower with hot water heater! Quality upgraded features include shaker style Metal Roof, Geothermal Heating & Cooling, Generac generator. Perfectly situated between Orillia & Washago with easy access to north & south bound Highway 11. A most Tranquil Country Setting offering a multitude of Modern Amenities brings this Lakefront living experience to unmatched heights. MLS# 40616016
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Lamb & feta meatballs
By Chef Melanie
These lamb & feta meat balls always make an appearance on our menu and are coming back very soon. Easy to make as a meat ball or as a kofta kabob to grill on the BBQ. We love serving these meatballs with your favourite rice, diced cucumber, red onion, tangy plain Greek yogurt and a ton of fresh herbs, mint, dill, parsley to name a few. Have a slice of lemon ready to squeeze and enjoy!
Method:
Turn the oven on to 325 degrees.
• Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix until just combined, using your hands. Avoid using a mixer as it may over mix and make the meatballs dense.
• Wet your hands to avoid the meat sticking to your hands. Weigh 3 oz balls (1-2 inches) and form in the palm of your hand.
• Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and place the meatballs on the tray, leaving space between them. Drizzle with a little olive oil and cook for approximately 20-30 minutes.
• You can also form the ground meat around a BBQ skewer and grill. If using wood skewers be sure to soak in water and avoid the end in direct heat.
Ingredients:
• 500 g (1lb) ground/minced lamb
• 500 g (1lb) ground/minced pork
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
• 1/2 small red onion finely minced
• 2 garlic cloves crushed
• zest of 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
• ½ cup parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chili flake
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The Perseid Meteor Shower: A Spectacle of Shooting Stars
By Mikaila Bolzonello
Ah, the magic of summer nights. As we ease into early to midAugust, our skies are graced by one of nature’s most dazzling displays—the Perseid meteor shower. This annual event never fails to captivate skywatchers worldwide, painting the night with streaks of light that remind us just how wondrous our universe can be.
The Perseids are expected to peak on August 12, 2024. For the best experience, mark your calendars for the mornings of August 11, 12, and 13. The moon will be in its first quarter and about 50% illuminated, setting around midnight. This means you’ll have dark skies from midnight until dawn—prime meteor-watching hours.
Plan to start your watch between midnight and until dawn. The shower gradually intensifies before reaching its peak just before dawn. It’s during these wee hours that you’re likely to see the most meteors.
Under ideal conditions—dark skies with no moon—you might witness up to 90 meteors per hour. These meteors are not just numerous; they’re colourful and often leave persistent trails. It’s no wonder the Perseids are a favourite among Northern Hemisphere observers.
To locate the Perseid meteors, look for their radiant point in the constellation Perseus. This point rises around midnight and is highest at dawn. Even though the meteors appear to originate from Perseus, there’s no real connection; the stars in Perseus are light-years away, while these meteors burn up about 60 miles (100 km) above Earth’s surface.
The Perseid meteor shower is caused by debris from the comet Swift-
Tuttle, discovered by astronomers Lewis Swift and Horace Tuttle in 1862.
As Earth passes through Swift-Tuttle’s debris trail, tiny particles—often no bigger than grains of sand—hit our atmosphere at speeds of about 133,200 mph (214,365 kph). These meteoroids compress and heat the air in front of them, reaching temperatures over 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit (1,650 Celsius), burning up and creating those bright streaks we see.
To maximize your Perseid experience:
- Find a dark location away from city lights.
- Bring a comfortable chair or blanket to lie on.
- Allow about 30 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the darkness.
- No need for telescopes or binoculars; just look up!
For those in southern latitudes, look toward the northeast. You might also catch a few stray meteors from the Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower, which peaks in late July.
The Perseid meteor shower is a yearly spectacle that brings joy and wonder to all who take the time to look up. Whether you’re an avid astronomer or just someone who loves a good show, make sure you don’t miss this cosmic event. Grab a blanket, find a dark spot, and let the Perseids remind you of the beauty that lies beyond our world.
The Villager | August 2024
Selling Conservation
By Courtney Baker
As a millennial my 1990’s childhood was the target of the most sophisticated and prolific marketing aimed at children in history to that point. My generation has an inherent understanding of marketing and sales, we could point out product placement by the time we were 8 and we can automatically recall far more brand logos than we can plant or bird species.
Our vocabulary included understanding buzz words like ‘new’ and ‘extreme’; it was the age of purple ketchup and crystal Pepsi, any gimmick to sell, sell, sell to the emerging market of children.
You may think I should use my birthright marketing degree to promote my passion, conservation. I could make it flashy and hip, but it just doesn’t come naturally. Conservation is beyond buzzwords. If I encourage someone to sign up or donate to protect our planet, I hope they do it because there is inherent meaning and value in it to them, not because I have persuaded them. I’d rather awaken a moral belief that was waiting to be roused.
But why? Don’t the ends justify the means?
I am passionate about conservation; I would guess that I think about it once a minute through my day. It weaves its way into every decision I make, everything I cook, everything I buy, everything I consider buying and it is of course my job. So, why wouldn’t I stop at nothing to get the rest of humanity on board?
I wasn’t sure until today.
Today I thought I would try to find some marketing technique, or inspiration for this article.
Nothing much came up, so, in desperation I searched images of ‘conservation,’ and there it was. My answer, the reason I was never able to make conservation sound fresh, cool or radical, because it is so much more.
Conservation reaches us through a unique love that we all share, but it is completely different for each of us. We all have a sacred space, a favourite much beloved tree from childhood, or an animal we identify with for whatever reason. We are all moved to love nature differently. For some of us it is fishing in a healthy lake, for others it is watching birds flit around a feeder, still others prefer a grand vista, with a beautiful view. There are water babies, and others who like an up-close view of a flower in bud, there is so much diversity in nature, so much to discover, and so much diversity among people that the possibilities are endless. Of course there are the things we are all thrilled by, they are universally sacred, such as seeing a fawn with its mother, a bald eagle catching a fish, or the mac daddy: the night sky.
This is why it is so difficult to get our message across, this is why we can’t just say conservation is a trendy word. This is why you can never quite find a logo that says everything you need it to. Because there is nothing that can equal the power of the whole of our planet celebrating the rare and sacred life that exists on it. It can’t be summed into an article, it can’t be boiled down into a trademark I can’t catch it, distill it down and give it all to you once a month as I write, no matter how hard I wish I could, because I love this place that we call home, and it loves us. There is no buzz word that can do it quite as well as the buzz of a bee.
Courtney Baker is the Office and Acquisition Coordinator at The Couchiching Conservancy, protecting nature for future generations.
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What is Naturalization?
By Matt Thomson
It is a term that has multiple meanings but in this case, we’ll be referring to the outdoor spaces. You may have seen the term pop up in news articles in the context of a yard being naturalized, however there’s been concerns that the practice of naturalizing one’s yard does not conform with often outdated municipal policy. It’s been a contentious debate that’s been happening behind the scenes in many municipalities across Canada in recent years. It all began with a well-known case in Toronto during 1996 where the municipal policy was challenged in an Ontario courtroom after a resident was found to have “excessive growth of grass, and weeds”. The fifty dollar fine was challenged as the resident felt it violated their Charter right to freedom of expression. In short, the judge had ruled that the bylaw did indeed violate the Charter and that the municipality’s vagueness of terms or definitions were unenforceable and therefore invalid.
Today, the majority of municipalities choose to enforce a height restriction between 20-25 cm (about 8-10 inches) contained within a managed lawn space. While gardens are exempt, most definitions written in these bylaws are still somewhat vague as to what types of vegetation are allowed within that identifiable lawn space. There’s often a paragraph that aims to describe what a weed is which most of us have varying interpretations of what a weed actually is. Weeds are often described as any unwanted plant that begins to grow between the plants we intentionally placed, or may look undesirable and can spread too easily. It’s also a plant we may not know what it is so it’s automatically categorized as a “weed”. They are usually blamed as being the culprit contributing to allergic reactions. It’s the Ragweed, not the Goldenrod!
Most lawns across North America consist of non-native turfgrasses that form a dense mat of short “stubble” that has little ecological value. It is grown for appearance only. For us, we are obsessed with maintaining
these green carpets, often investing thousands of dollars into the space from growing it, maintaining it, spraying chemicals on them and then playing on it. These areas are for our benefit but don’t necessarily benefit the natural world around us. That’s fine. Although we should probably be conscientious of what we do and not be greedy.
Naturalization can be similar to planning a garden but with less maintenance. It can be easy if you want it to be. It also requires a coordinated effort to obtain your desired vision. The goal is to incorporate better ecological value to your property by utilizing a combination of natural materials such as native plants, fallen tree logs, rocks, unraked leaves and making use of rainwater. You want to manage any invasive species that may be destructive and interfere with your naturalization process. Unfortunately it’s not as simple as deciding to refrain from mowing the lawn because in the end, you’re still stuck with your overgrown turfgrasses.
You don’t have to “go wild” on your entire property either. And you don’t have to do it all in the same year. Plan it in stages. Pick smaller areas that you think will be most effective. Be sure to take notice of the changes. Are you seeing more birds, insect species and other wildlife? Maybe you’ll notice other perks like a place to pile that snow, or the gravel driveway doesn’t get washed out or full of ruts as easily.
Not everyone will want to make life easier by naturalizing a yard. That’s okay too. It doesn’t matter what side of the fence you’re on towards the concept of naturalization. It’s important that we don’t stigmatize naturalizing as a negative impact due to false beliefs and fear-based reactions. If you’re someone that happens to be observing your neighbour beginning a naturalization project, there is nothing to worry about. The benefits could help you and your property by inviting more birds to your winter feeder and seeing new butterflies coming to the garden. What’s wrong with that?
Matt Thomson is a local conservationist based in Severn and enjoys engaging the community through citizen science events & activities. You can find him on Instagram or Facebook, @ardtreanature.
Villager Ventures: Pirate Party
By Hillary Handy
Avast ye, Villagers! This old salt has some news for you. Mark this on your calendar because this is a bit of a lesser known Orillia happening that occurs over Labour Day Weekend. While this kicks off at the end of August, I’m giving you a full month to hit the thrift stores for the best historial-inspired outfit and the party store for an eye patch. This event is awesome for kids…and not going to lie, for grown ups too. It’s the Pirate Party!
We were able to check it out last year and it’s on our calendar for this year. Just walking along the Port of Orillia is fun and interesting. There are pirate ships in the harbour complete with skull and crossbone flags waving in the wind! There are vendors straight out of the Golden Age. Last year, there was a scavenger hunt that prompted pirates of all ages to check out the various stores downtown to receive a stamp on their passport in hopes of winning a prize.
Don’t be a scallywag. You haven’t lived until you have given no quarter and pushed a traitor off the plank. There are historical reenactments and people walking the plank. There are fencing, tactical and artillery, and blacksmith demonstrations. There are costumed participants galore as well as some awesome live music.
August 31-September 2, 2024 is the Pirate Party happening at the Port of Orillia- 50 Centennial Drive, Orillia, ON. It is FREE to attend and check out, but there are lots of shops and vendors to visit along the way. There are clean bathrooms at the Port, as the boardwalk and walking trails are wheelchair and stroller accessible. It’s a swashbuckling good time. For full schedule and details, please visit: https://www.orillia. com/pirate-party.
If you can’t wait until the end of the month for pirate fun, here are some things you can do this August to match the pirate theme:
Bury your own treasure for someone else to find ( aka plant a geocache and upload the coordinates to a geocaching app or website)
Find someone else’s treasure doing the same thing!
Go on a scavenger hunt with your family. There are many free printables online to match any theme- outdoors, nature, city, indoor… you name it, someone else has already thought of it and did the work for you!
Have a Pirates of the Caribbean movie marathon on a rainy day Walk the plank off the end of the dock or diving board
Do you know a pirate super fan? Make sure to let them know about the Pirate Party! And let us know if you and your family check it out!
DISCOVER TRAILS DAY
August
A HIGHLIGHT OF COMMUNITY EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS
August 3 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Venue
Ron Reid Nature Reserve
Kick off this year’s Passport program with Discover Trails Day! This is your opportunity to discover The Couchiching Conservancy’s nature reserves with trails. Connect with volunteer trail ambassadors at one of three locations. Pick up resources, do an activity and learn about what you could see along the trails. No registration required, just drop in!
DOWNTOWN ORILLIA SUMMER
SATURDAY NIGHTS
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Downtown Orillia, Orillia, Ontario L3V 3A5
The new Downtown Orillia summer patio program is back! Now called Saturday Summer Nights, this massive outdoor patio program will take place every Saturday night from 5pm to 11pm from June 29th to August 31st along Mississaga Street.
SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT SERIES
August 4 @ 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
August 4, 2024: Skyliners Big Band
August 11, 2024: Newmarket Citizens Band
August 18, 2024: Markham Concert Band
August 25, 2024: Simcoe County Band (Artisan Market)
September 1, 2024: Orillia Brassworks Music in the Park returns to the Rotary Aqua Theatre at Couchiching Beach Park. The park will once again reverberate with the enchanting sounds of local big bands. Concerts are completely free to the public however, donations will be accepted to help support the event and offset the cost of bands.
Concert Details
All concerts will be held in the Rotary Aqua Theatre between 6:30 p.m and 8:30 p.m. Should there be inclement weather in the forecast, the concerts will be CANCELLED. A decision will be made by no later than 4:00 PM. Follow the City of Orillia’s Facebook page for updates on concert days.
BOOTS AND HEARTS 2024
August 8 - August 11
Venue: Burl’s Creek Event Grounds SUMMER’S BIGGEST COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Boots and Hearts is an annual country and camping music festival event produced by Republic Live. Held at the custom designed camping and festival grounds at Burl’s Creek, the festival will take place August 8-11, 2024 at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in OroMedonte. With over a decade of #BootsLife under their belt, the four-day, multi-stage Boots and Hearts Music Festival is Canada’s largest camping music festival, known for featuring top artists from around the world and earning multiple awards for their premiere event experiences, including five Canadian Country Music Association Awards, as well as international recognition from the Academy of Country Music for Festival of the Year.
ORILLIA WATERFRONT FESTIVAL
August 9 - August 11
Venue: Port of Orillia
The Orillia Waterfront Festival Features entertainment, food, a vendor market, new and used boat sales, a Cardboard Boat Race, and a dog diving dog contest! The festival will feature a vendor market with a wide range of unique vendors showcasing everything from hot tubs to one-of-a kind clothing and decor items.
THOSE MOVIES
August 14 @ 2:00 pm
Venue: Orillia Opera House – Studio Theatre
When Harry asks his pal Patrick to accompany his coworker Millie and her visiting cousin Chelsea for a blind date, Patrick reluctantly agrees. But as the night unfolds, wires get crossed and false assumptions between Patrick and Chelsea spiral into a comical miscue. And the comedy rolls out from there. Those Movies affectionately spoofs and celebrates the tried-and-true romantic comedy formula that movie fans know so well, as the story zigs and zags its way through a maze of mixups, mayhem, and misunderstandings. Foster’s spot-on dialogue, richly drawn characters, and impeccable comic timing are on full display.
WHEELS & WETLANDS
August 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Venue: Couchiching Beach Park
Grab your bike and join a guided cycling tour of an important watershed within the City of Orillia. You will learn about a hidden gem in our community – a rare cold-water stream that needs to be protected and restored. This will be a leisurely 15 km bike ride, beginning at Couchiching Beach Park. We will explore the flow of Sundial Creek, making stops at Grant and Wilson Wetland. Conservancy Board Members Jane Bonsteel and Bob Sullivan will share information about these properties and the biology and history of this unique stream, a spawning ground for brook trout and a refuge from the urban landscape for many species.
RAMA POWWOW
August 24 -
August 25
Rama Powwow is one of the biggest and best powwows in Ontario. All are welcome!
Held on Chippewas of Rama First Nation territory, at the John Snake Memorial Community Multi-Purpose Grounds. Cost is $10/day $15/weekend pass; free for kids under 12, seniors, handicapped, or veterans. No pre-registration or advance tickets necessary – pay at gate.
First Grand Entry is Saturday August 24 at 12PM; evening session begins at 630PM. Sunday Grand Entry August 25 at 12PM. Gates open around 10AM
COMEDY NIGHT UNDER THE BIG TENT –THURSDAY AUGUST 29, 2024
August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Quayles Comedy Festival is back! Get set for another hilarious weekend at Quayles Brewery with the Quayles Comedy Festival, hosted by Boonies Comedy! Join us on August 29th an evening of side-splitting comedy under the stars. You’ll catch Canada’s best comedians, seen on Just for Laughs, CBC, Sirius XM, CTV, and more, guaranteeing plenty of laughs.
Tickets sell out fast, so grab yours early! Enjoy tasty food options and sip on Quayles Brewery’s finest brews all night long. Must be 19+, price $25 plus HST and a $2.10 service fee
Take-out Sandwiches
Freshly prepared • Ask for panini press Also PIZZA & SALADS!
