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CONTENTS WINTER 2020

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From Inside to Outside - Enjoying the Gifts of Winter Haliburton Forest Lockside's Complimentary Design Service Small Upgrades for Big Impact - Monaghan Lumber OSOR - Racing for the Entire Family Creating Winter Curb Appeal - Joanne Clark Indoor Air Quality for a Healthier Home - British Empire Fuels What's with the February Groundhog? Peterborough Museum & Archives Easy Ways to Refresh Your Kitchen - DIY with Dave 2019 Farm Family of the Year - McLean & Buckhorn Berry Farms Presbyopia: What Is It? Tim Mak - EyeTech VisionCare Thin and Healthy Your Weight Loss Solution - Keto Version - Dr. Brenna Steels Winter Renovations to Warm Up Your Home - Lifestyle Home Products WEDDING FEATURE - Planning Your Wedding A Clear and Creative Picture with Wallflower Events The Dayn Inn & Suites Lindsay is the Perfect Fit! A Perfect Getaway For All Occasions - Westwind Inn Have You Considered the Wine? - The Wine Shoppe on Park There's nothing "Small" about Love - Burleigh Falls Inn Flowers to make the Best Moments in Life Even Better - Sweet Bee Floral Choose Distinctive Style & Personality for your Wedding - Kawartha Settlers Village Catering Options for the Perfect Day - Jack's Family Restaurant Weekend at the Cottage - Recipes Kids Corner with Amber Marshall Puppies! So little time, so much for them to learn!

Talking to Kids About Climate Change Cottage Country Marketplace Those Were The Days "Sirens of Yesteryear" - Russ Sanders Cottage Country Events

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Weddings at Westwind Inn Photo Credit Adam Woodhouse

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Local Artist Spotlight

Melissa Payne “You have to be in it for the love of it”

That’s the advice Ennismore singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Melissa Payne has for up-andcomers in the music industry, as she gets set to release her third album, “Darker Than Your Dark."

She also says that one must be true to their craft, even if it doesn’t fit the cookie-cutter music industry. “People will try to put success into a brand. You have to conform to be mainstream, but if you’re not true to yourself you have sacrificed a large piece of your creativity.”

Payne’s early influences range from Elvis and Ray Charles to George Jones and Dolly Parton. She admits it is difficult to pin down a genre to define her own music, saying it ranges from alt-country to pop to whatever the next inspiration may create.

“As an artist I am constantly evolving, and while the songs for my first two albums – self-titled (2012), and “High and Dry” (2015) - were my own compositions, I am now open to collaborating. I worked in Nashville for awhile, and co-wrote with Greg Keelor (of Blue Rodeo fame, and who also produced the new album). I’m excited for the possibilities that open up by sharing the creative process with someone else,” Payne explains. That also includes working with respected Toronto/Montreal based songwriter, producer and performing artist Maia Davies.

Payne also describes the early excitement of writing her first song, and says she wants to recapture that by expanding her musical horizons. “I wouldn’t say I’m jaded – I have respect for anyone involved in the music business – but I never want to lose the magic. I’ve learned and grown over the years, and yes, I’ve had dry spells. But I try to set aside time each day to write – it’s a job and I have to keep at my craft in order to continue to grow.”

Following a month-long tour – 23 dates across Canada – with the Matt Mays Band, and while getting ready for a series of shows across Ontario to promote the new CD, Payne reflects on her chosen path. “First starting out, success is defined as singing in front of huge crowds, on the biggest stages. But the highlight of my career is simple: I make a living doing what I love to do. The mortgage and bills get paid each month. What can be better than that?”

Payne also makes time to teach guitar, fiddle and vocals. “I especially love working with kids, watching them experience music,” she explains.

The world-wide release of “Darker Than Your Dark” is set for March 7 and the album release takes place at Market Hall in Peterborough. The release party is open to the public, and tickets can be ordered through markethall.org.

Subscribe to Melissa Payne’s YouTube channel to catch the first single, “September Skies," check out her website – www.melissa-payne.ca – and follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

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Welcome to the Winter Issue of Cottage Country!

PUBLISHER & DESIGN Kelly Welsh, Owner COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER Emily Ireland

It’s a brand new year, Cottage Country!

As we usher in 2020 and let go of 2019 let’s plan to make this coming year the very best yet.

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With a new year comes new beginnings, so what better time to focus on the beginning of a lifetime together and shine a spotlight on an ever-growing trend – cottage weddings.

Here in cottage country we see couples really taking a shine to planning their nuptials on the lake. Many are bringing their precious ones together at the family cottage for an intimate gathering to celebrate their love, surrounded by the familiar beauty and wonder they grew up knowing. Perhaps a lavish Air BnB is more your style - a place where you can plan a stunning one-of-a-kind day surrounded by friends and family to celebrate your vows. Either way, cottages make a great backdrop for a special day! As with any industry, we at Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine want to showcase all the wonderful, creative services within our region. Why hire from away and chance delays, hiccups and extra costs, when you can hire local to your venue and draw from such a vast talented market.

In this issue you will also find interesting information ranging from Winter pastimes, to recipes, to artists and actresses. There is a little something for everyone here in the Winter 2020 Issue and we can’t wait to share it with you.

So... grab a warm beverage, cozy up and read on; it’s going to be a great year!

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From Inside to Outside

Enjoying the Gifts of Winter It is a cold winter’s day. A delicate layer of frost edges the corner of each window and mounds of snow smooth over bushes and trees.

Birds are huddled under eaves, fluffing their feathers, reminding you that winter is well and truly here. Meanwhile, the kids are hunched behind computer screens, or tapping their feet to the tunes emanating from their hand-held device. And you are thinking, “I’ve just got to figure out some way to get the kids outside!”

of at least three hours! This will give the snow crystals time to coalesce (bind). Ideally, leave the mound overnight.

From TV, computer games, Wii consoles and Xboxes, our society has created many enticing reasons for kids not to go outside. Children are easier to monitor when they stay indoors. They are ‘safer’ inside.

And, in the age of multi-tasking we can ‘look after them’ while we are busy doing something else and we have the satisfaction of knowing that they are being entertained.

Next, begin hollowing out the mound. Make sure you have snow pants and an insulated jacket with a hood; this can be cold and wet work! Use your shovel and start scooping out snow. Have your children haul the snow away from the entrance. Keep digging until you come across the butt end of one of the sticks. The sticks serve as a guide so that you know the walls are of an even and consistent thickness.

If we give our children some winter experiences in nearby fields, forests and green spaces, we’ll help them to recognize, as John Muir once said, that if we, “tug at a single thing in nature, we’ll find it connected to the rest of the world.”

So grab your hat, mitts, warm boots and winter jacket and don’t forget the kids! Experience the exhilaration of winter while the air is crisp, sharp and clear. Here’s an outdoor project to enjoy: Build a Snow Fort or Quinzee.

When the snow is more than 20 centimetres deep, dig out the recycling containers and find several shovels. Fill up the recycling bins with snow and haul them over to a central location. Mound snow up as high as you can (a big pile about 2 metres high and 4 metres across would be ideal). Make sure your pile slopes gently.

Use a shovel to smooth the sides into a symmetrical dome shape.

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After the pile has settled, find a series of sticks 30 centimetres long and push them into the mound so that one end is at the surface and the other end is pressed deep into the mound. There should be a stick every metre or so, covering the entire surface of the Quinzee.

When the Quinzee is sufficiently hollowed out, use a larger stick or your fist (12 cm in diameter) to poke three or four holes through to the outside (one overhead, the rest along the sides). These holes will serve as ventilation, helping to bring fresh air inside.

If I know my children are going to be playing in the Quinzee without supervision, I make an extra exit. If you are up for an adventure, insulate the bottom of the Quinzee with a tarp and sleeping pads.

If you are well dressed and if there is enough insulation above and below you, you and your children can spend a cozy and unforgettable night in a snow fort of your own creation!

Submitted By Jacob Rodenburg Executive Director of Camp Kawartha, an award winning outdoor education centre and summer camp. He has worked in the field of outdoor education and camping for over 30 years. www.CampKawartha.ca

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DOGSLEDDING Daily tours provide a uniquely adventurous way to enjoy the great outdoors this winter season.

Haliburton Forest

Haliburton Forest is an unusual company. It is an outdoor lover’s paradise and a wood lover’s dream. It is a research facility and an education centre. Haliburton Forest is 100,000 acres, 100 lakes, and millions of trees, and it is home to countless creatures. Above all, and always, it is a sustainably managed forest.

Today, Haliburton Forest is an integrated and diversified company which can be summarized with two simple statements. First, it is a sustainable multi-use private land stewardship company. Second, it is one company with two divisions and seven businesses. We provide year-round employment to 60 people and work closely on a regular basis with 30 independent contractors. Our business strategy is to be environmentally sustainable, socially responsible, and economically viable in everything we do, in order that Haliburton Forest may grow and improve over the very long term.

The first division of Haliburton Forest is the Tourism & Recreation division. This is the part of the business that most people know best and it tends to be the “face” of Haliburton Forest. The Tourism & Recreation division includes two businesses.

The Ecotourism business includes dogsledding, snowmobiling, Canopy Tours, the Wolf Centre, Group Experiences, camping, accommodations, and many day uses. Our Ecotourism business is consistently recognized as one of the premiere destinations in Canada for wilderness

adventures, and has been kindly described as “remarkable, “quirky and charming,” and “breath taking.”

The Leases & Land Use business services more than 1,000 lessees, who make use of 30 hunt clubs and an enormous variety of campsites.

Many of these lessees have been regularly visiting Haliburton Forest for decades – one of the hunt clubs actually pre-dates Canadian Confederation. We work closely with these long-term stakeholders throughout the year. Our mission with the Tourism & Recreation division is to share our property with other people and earn our “social license” every day – in this manner, we try to set an example for large private landowners around the world.

The second division of Haliburton Forest is the Forest Products division.

This is the part of the business that is responsible for our reputation as a sustainable company. The Forest Products division includes five businesses: The Forest Management business includes silvicultural strategy,

SNOWMOBILING With 400km of private, professionally-groomed trails, Haliburton Forest has been recognized as one of the top 10 snowmobiling destinations in North America.

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logging operations, infrastructure development, and scientific research. It is thanks to the efforts of the Forest Management crew that Haliburton Forest is one of the most researched natural forests in the world.

The Commercial Forest Products business operates a mid-sized hardwood sawmill that produces lumber and residues, and our signature Eco-Log Homes. This business was created to fulfill our ethical and economic obligation to add value to the wood that we harvest from our forest.

The Retail Forest Products business, which produces handmade canoeing paddles and offers custom woodworking, is the heart of our value-added manufacturing operations. Our focus with this business is creating beautiful wood products at competitive prices.

Haliburton Forest Biochar and Wood Heat & Power, which are emerging businesses in the start-up phase, both focus on using wood to create high quality products that competitively displace fossil fuel products in the manufacturing and energy sectors.

ECO-LOG EcoLog Homes provides custom hemlock log home kits with timber harvested from Haliburton Forest - Canada's first FSC certified, sustainable forest.

Our mission in the Forest Products business is to improve our forest over the long term by protecting the ecological integrity of our property while producing valuable wood products in a sustainable manner at competitive prices.

Haliburton Forest is a unique company responsible for the sustainable management of a remarkable piece of land.

Over the next 100 years, our owners and management team will continue to embrace each challenge as an opportunity to improve, with an ongoing focus on enhancing and improving each aspect of the operation.

We will work with our clients, stakeholders and partners to continue earning an excellent reputation within both the Tourism & Recreation and Forest Products divisions.

Book your winter experience today @ www.haliburtonforest.com or by calling 1-800-631-2198.

ICE FISHING 100 lakes make Haliburton Forest a fantastic destination for the hard-water angler.

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WOLF CENTRE The Wolf Centre at Haliburton Forest is dedicated to educating the public about wolf behaviour and wolf ecology.

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Lockside’s Complimentary

Design Service Lockside Trading Company is more than just shopping… it’s your one stop shop year round.

A way of life since 1987, it’s the place where friends and family have been meeting for years, making it one of the most popular destinations in Peterborough, the Kawarthas and Haliburton Highlands.

Two locations are open to serve you; one in Young’s Point in the heart of the Kawarthas, offering over 7,000 square feet of shopping, and the newest, bigger-and-better location in Haliburton Highlands, located in downtown Haliburton with just over 5,000 square feet. With so much on the works for Lockside, it’s just a taste of what’s to come for 2020, so stay tuned!

Both locations offer a mix of home décor, helping you create a warm, inviting atmosphere in which to sit back, relax, and entertain throughout the year. The stores’ selections are in constant change throughout the seasons, offering a multitude of choices from indoor and outdoor furniture, lighting, great giftware, casual clothing, mattresses, and bedding. They also offer Hunter Douglas window treatments, and floor coverings.

lighting, working with the customer and offering direction as well as the confidence to create a living space they dream of.

Lockside also offers Gift Registry, making shopping for weddings, housewarmings, babies and more, simple and seamless. They offer expert advice and personalized shopping, getting you set up with a registry where guests can get what you desire is easy. Lockside is the place to help you celebrate all life’s milestones - come in and experience it for yourself!

For more information, upcoming events, and promotions, please visit www.lockside.com - also find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, & Pinterest.

Lockside is dedicated to supporting Canadians by offering Canadian-made products at great pricing and superior quality.

Specializing in custom Canadian-made furniture, the team at Lockside knows the importance of keeping it local, supporting our community and fellow Canadians.

A multi-national award-winning retailer, Lockside sets itself apart with top-notch service from the beginning of your shopping experience to the end, right from buying the right light, to helping you with turnkey projects. Their successful Interior Design Service covers everything for your home, cottage, and commercial space, and includes in-store and on-site consultations, room layouts, colour and fabric selections and much more. With dedicated staff and quality products, Lockside caters to customers on any budget, in any location, with any look and style. As a complimentary service we offer design help when purchasing furniture and

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Small Upgrades for BIG IMPACT Thinking about upgrading the look of your home?

Most of us wish we could make changes but don’t really know what to do, so we settle for what’s easy – leaving it the way it is.

Well guess what? You can create a new look and feel to your space without huge renovations. Monaghan Lumber is your specialty store and they can show you how an easy DIY project can pack a big punch and add value to your home!

Start small - interior doors, knobs, levers and hinges can be easily upgraded from builder standards to more unique and personal profiles and colours. These changes only take a few hours, and they set your space apart from the standard white 6-panel doors.

Affordable and easy to do, the best part is that it doesn’t create the mess of bigger renovation projects.

stocks all the materials to create your one-of-a-kind feature wall, and their knowledgeable staff is ready to answer your DIY questions.

Vinyl flooring is one the most popular choices for renovations because of its versatility; many are waterproof and warrantied in a three-season cottage or home. Vinyl flooring can also float atop many existing floors, making it a quick and easy install; choose from the many colour options, registered embossed patterns and realistic wood-like effect. Monaghan Lumber offers flooring for your whole home; tiles for bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens are available, as well as hardwood and stair nosing to finish your entire home seamlessly.

Feature walls are very popular, adding texture, colour and visual interest to your space. Perhaps rustic barn board is to your liking; or maybe the clean lines of shiplap appeal to you. Monaghan Lumber

Another simple upgrade is to re-do old baseboards and window and door casings. Easy to do, this can be tackled room by room,

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minimizing mess and impact on your living space, while adding a lot of value for little cost.

Thinking bigger? Windows and exterior door replacement, while more involved, have the added potential to make your home more energy efficient – think savings!

And remember – if you are thinking about selling, potential buyers will appreciate the end result. Monaghan Lumber wants to help you invest in quality products that will last a lifetime, so bring in your ideas and talk to them today.

Monaghan Lumber 2129 Davis Rd, Cavan-Monaghan 705-742-9353 www.monaghanlumber.com

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Winter Blues?

Tips to stay motivated This time of year is, “pumpkin spice and everything nice,” right?

But with daylight slowly deteriorating, it can be hard to not feel a little sluggish and down. Stay on top of things this winter with these tips and tricks.

Set an earlier alarm: Motivation levels decrease when the sun goes down at 5 p.m. Try waking up an hour early to make the days seem a little longer and to increase productivity.

Make time for a wardrobe revamp: It’s always a good feeling to invest in some timeless pieces – not only to winterize your wardrobe, but to give it the boost it needs. Adding rich, warm colours and cozy new textures will wipe away the blues in no time. Put your best foot forward with Mark’s great selection of men’s and women’s Chelsea boots that are made with quality and innovation for life in Canada, to keep you comfortable, warm and dry.

Enjoy the outdoors: There are plenty of outdoor activities you can embrace to help you appreciate winter. The next time you’re thinking of spending another day curled up on the couch bingewatching your go-to show, consider going for a walk, crosscountry skiing or skating. Don’t forget to shop Mark’s WindRiver Heritage collection of sweaters, flannel shirts and fleece socks and blankets! Inspired by their love for Canada, this collection is designed to make every day feel like a winter wonderland. www.newscanada.com

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Ontario Snowmobile Oval Racers

Racing for the Entire Family The screaming roar and sweet smell of snowmobiles battling on an oval ice track may be coming to a community near you this winter. The Ontario Snowmobile Oval Racers have six stops on their schedule for 2020 and one may be close to you. These are most of the same vintage snowmobiles that raced 40 years ago, but do not be fooled, these sleds rock!

The Canadian Vintage Championships are held on February 14 to 16 in Eganville to celebrate the coveted Bonnechere Cup! Racers come from all over the United States and Canada to compete with sleds capable of over 160 KPH. Two weeks later OSOR is at the Pinestone Resort in Haliburton.

This is a wonderful resort where you can enjoy the races from the comfort of your room.

Then grab your thermals because the final race of the season is held in Northern Ontario - the weekend of March 14th sees the action returns to Cochrane for the Polar Bear Cup. There are racers as young as four and as old as sixty- four, and race sleds that go back to the sixties and seventies. If you want to do something different, OSOR has something for your entire family.

Children under 5 are free and everyone else is $10. So, wherever you are in Ontario, the action will not be far away! Visit www.osorlife.ca or our Facebook page, Ontario Snowmobile Oval Racers, for updates.

Photo Credit Bill Murphy. Pictured below Dave Nesbitt (aka Nezy)

Their first stop is at Viamede Resort on Stoney Lake right in the middle of the Kawarthas, on the weekend of January 25th. Watch the race from inside this beautiful resort established in 1885 or venture out to be up close and personal with the action.

The following weekend the race teams meet up at the Bayview Wildwoods Resort for the Sparrow Lake Cup Championships. Come and enjoy the delicious food, the sights and the hospitality that is waiting for you.

The very next weekend the excitement continues in Picton at the Isaiah Tubbs Resort and Conference Centre.

Enjoy all that Prince Edward County has to offer.

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Creating Winter Curb Appeal – Frightful Weather, Delightful Views!

It’s post-Christmas and we are well into the new year. We’ve also entered the thick of winter. We take refuge in our chunky knits, our long underwear, our trendy toques and layers of scarves, mitts and socks. The tree is tucked away, the Christmas lights are down and perhaps we feel hopeful for an early spring - even if it does feel like the distant future! During this span of time, where the lustre of Christmas décor has long worn off, how can we spruce up our home exteriors for some added curb appeal to get us through the drab winter months? When everything is blanketed with snow and skies are grey, having a warm and welcoming exterior can keep spirits bright.

Making an Entrance You may still have greenery in your urns and window boxes that you can edit of Christmas influence, and instead add fresh sprigs of

pine and spruce to keep things looking full and green. These often take a beating during the high winds of winter and driving snow. Now is the time to create fullness and newness by giving them some added attention. Or consider adding faux topiaries and boxwood balls to take you across that winter finish line. Faux greenery is an ideal way to add colour with a low maintenance approach. There are many online websites that sell such ornamentation, and home décor shops often carry similar items. These are also available made with bark and wood for a more natural effect. A bright coloured door is also an appealing contrast during the winter months. Another way to add colour and interest is with bird houses and ornamental feeders; these distract from the grey landscape of winter and provide a functional refuge for nature’s winged visitors.

A Picture-Perfect Porch This seasonal stretch provides an opportunity to consider turning over your porch décor. This could include outdoor cushions, throw blankets, lanterns with flameless candles and other garden accessories that help to create a neutral look. Consider switching up your doormat for something new that will reflect the personality of your home and family. Many online websites sell statement welcome mats which can set the tone before guests even make an entrance. Having a theme in mind will help, and can be tied into your interior look and colour schemes.

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Light It Up Clear the path to your doorway and ensure your front door has ample lighting for a warm and welcoming entrance. Add warm, white lighting to key zones to give off warmth during the winter hours and boost night-time curb appeal.

A driveway and walkway lighting plan can add interest and creativity to your home by illuminating the shape of your landscaping.

Remember - impressive curb appeal begins at the street and delivers a continued experience all the way to your front door. Lighting also makes your home appear larger from the outside, making it attractive and increasing its value at the same time. Also, keep exterior lights clean, as they tend to collect dirt during the winter months.

Have a Snow Removal Strategy When removing snow consider specific areas to shovel to avoid unsightly mounds which, once frozen, create hard-to-navigate walkways. Be consistent with snow removal and have salt on hand to ensure safety and cleared areas. Properly cleared pathways and removal of icicles from your eavestroughs can create appealing lines and angles which will complement the shape of your home and overall design. Also try to keep shovels out of sight - they only add to potential front entrance clutter.

Yard Once-over Remove sticks and branches that have fallen during storms.

Also, this is where your snow removal strategy comes in handy to keep traffic off a winter lawn. Grass underneath can be easily damaged during winter months and keeping lawn traffic minimal will ensure successful spring growth. Directing traffic to designated pathways will assist with successful maintenance. The good news is, your winter yard to-do list will be shorter! In the spring or fall when pruning, consider trimming to frame and accent your home so that you optimize the design and lines of its architecture.

Don’t let winter chill your curb appeal. Put the same amount of time and care into your curb aesthetic regardless of the season and you’ll be the envy of your neighbours! And don’t forget to find beauty in the season itself, after all the Kawarthas are one of most beautiful regions in Ontario all year round.

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Indoor Air Quality for a Healthier Home Currently the attention of many is turned to the quality of our earth’s air and what we can do to help it. Air quality is important to remember inside, too! We often forget about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) within our homes, and there are many causes that can affect your family’s health.

Airborne dust, dander and pollen can trigger asthmatic and allergic reactions. High humidity in the home can cause mold spores and bacteria growth, as well as excessive moisture which collects around windows offering a perfect place for mold and bacteria to grow. Toxic fumes from cleaning products, carbon monoxide, volatile chemicals from furniture, paint etc. can all contribute to health issues, too. The following are a few ways to help improve IAQ in your home.

Exchanging indoor air with fresh outdoor air will help make toxic fumes, volatile chemicals and carbon monoxide less concentrated, and yearly maintenance is the answer. Maintenance will ensure heating and air conditioning equipment is running efficiently and cleanly, helping reduce any combustion gas produced. Changing air filters on your heating/cooling equipment every three months will help capture airborne particles and keep air circulation strong.

We should all install carbon monoxide detectors to alert you to any elevated carbon monoxide levels.

Installing a ventilation system instantly provides several benefits; it is an energy efficient means to exhaust indoor pollutants, maintain a continuous supply of fresh, filtered, tempered air into your home, control excess indoor humidity, recover heat from exhaust air in winter, and also cools incoming air in summer if your home is air conditioned.

For more information about Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) or Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) for your home, call the offices of British Empire Fuels in Lindsay or Bobcaygeon.

British Empire Fuels www.britishempirefuels.com Lindsay: 705 324 7500 Bobcaygeon: 705 738 2121

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What's with the February

Groundhog?

Every 2nd of February, various North American media outlets cover “Groundhog Day” in their communities. Ceremonies usually consist of costumed dignitaries holding aloft befuddled large rodents and declaring that winter will end either soon or not so soon, depending on whether their groundhogs have seen their shadows. The decision among the groundhogs is seldom unanimous.

What are the origins of this rather odd annual ritual? The second day of February is the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. It was celebrated by the pagan Celts with the festival of Imbolc to mark the start of spring, but as Christianity spread throughout Europe Imbolc evolved into the feast of Candlemas.

In some regions, it was believed that a sunny Candlemas indicated 40 more days of winter. Germans accepted the day as sunny only if certain animals – badgers, marmots, bears, foxes – left their dens and saw their shadows. German immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s and 1800s brought this tradition with them, adopting the groundhog (the European marmot’s North American cousin) as their winter prognosticator. The first official “Groundhog Day” was held in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, in 1887; “Punxsutawney Phil” is now a major tourism draw for the town. Several American communities now have their own groundhog personalities – either real rodents, puppets, or people dressed as groundhogs.

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albino based in Wiarton, Ontario, while “Shubenacadie Sam” is a brown groundhog from Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. Groundhogs, however, were not the animal of first choice for Canadians: the bear was, until the early 1900s when it was replaced with the “American” groundhog. Perhaps it had something to do with a hibernating groundhog being easier – and safer – to drag out of its winter home than a bear!

Whether you believe that the length of winter depends on a meteorologist’s prediction or that of a sleepy rodent is your choice.

My family’s tradition is that if the groundhog sees his shadow there will be six more weeks of winter, but if he does not there will be only a month and a half. Happy Groundhog Day. By: Don Willcock Peterborough Museum & Archives 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough, 705-743-5180 www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

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EASY WAYS TO

Refresh Your Kitchen In this issue I will suggest a few easy ways to give your kitchen a facelift without it costing a bundle, and offer up some ideas so that you can do it yourself.

Let’s face it; the kitchen is the main congregating area in most homes, so it deserves to look good and be functional for you.

There are several ways to update your kitchen without the need for a full replacement and the cost that goes with it.

and with such a variety of materials, colors and profiles, you will find exactly what you want, and it will make a huge difference to your kitchen. Even new lighting changes a room, and it is easy to do.

New door and drawer pulls can make a drastic change, and it’s relatively easy for the homeowner to complete. Different handles can have different hole patterns so either match to the existing pattern or simply drill new holes - carefully and precisely, of course. Painting the doors, drawers and/or the bodies of cabinets will always change the whole feel of the room. If you are going to paint, make sure to use a high-quality primer and paint. Your paint supplier can suggest the best products and applicators for the job.

A favourite of mine is to add a tile backsplash. Tile selection is so extensive, and whether you use a brick pattern, stacked or even herringbone, with a few basic tools in hand you will be able to do it yourself. Tile saws and grinders are available for rent if you don’t have, or want to buy them.

If painting is not an option for you, there are many suppliers that can set you up with all-new doors and drawer fronts to fit what you have. They can be ordered unfinished or finished to match your style. Adding a pantry cabinet is always a great idea if you have the space, too.

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Last one, also a favourite, a new faucet! This is one of the easiest ways to spruce up your kitchen and with such a variety of style to choose from, I’m sure that you will find one to suit your needs and your price range.

I hope that some of these ideas inspire you during your kitchen facelift, and please contact me with any questions or concerns.

Our Resident DIY Guru; Dave Linkert, Port 32 Marshall Homes, Bobcaygeon cottagecountryDIYdave@gmail.com

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Building Business - Building Community

Peterborough Chamber

A Year of Growth for Fenelon Falls

130 years ago, on March 21, 1889, 33 businessmen signed the paper to form the Board of Trade of the Town of Peterborough, under the federal Boards of Trade Act. While some of the language is archaic,

Fenelon Falls is open for business year round and excited to offer a variety of opportunities for business owners, residents and visitors alike. Tempt your palate at one of our many restaurants, including three new locations that opened this fall; On The Locks for all day breakfast, lunch overlooking the falls at The Locker, and end the day with a local craft beer at Fenelon Falls Brewing Co. For the sweet tooth, two local bakeries; Kawartha Shortbread and Dolce expanded and moved to new locations with space for cafe dining.

"It is no disparagement to say that in grasp of idea and debating power the Board of that day was the finest we have. One real good resulted and it is possible that herewith lies a real and one of the best functions of such a body, that such propositions as came to the town for the establishments of industries would be sifted and analyzed and the bona fides pretty well determined before action was taken. In many cases the attitude of the Board was, wisely, to stand between the irresponsible promoter and a too impulsive Council anxious to push the town ahead, to gather in industries and willing to trust to the future and see that things worked out right."

130 years later it seems we are still in the business of strengthening the community by making sure that things work out right.

The Peterborough economy has certainly evolved, from sawmills and settlement, to smokestacks and manufacturing, to today, where the main pillars of the local economy include agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, the public sector, and a burgeoning entrepreneurial sector – young people who are creating things, making things, disrupting, and generally doing what business people have done forever, trying to compete.

The future looks bright, as Peterborough maps out a strategy designed to capitalize on our existing and emerging strengths.

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Local brick & mortar retailers like The Kawartha Store, Butterfly Boutique and Country Cupboard are growing their business with the launch of their online shopping sites. The option to shop any time of the day, from anywhere is wonderful for locals or seasonal visitors looking to purchase products they love from our local retailers.

If you’re looking for a social connection or the opportunity to learn new skills many local shops offer evening events for quilters, knitters, crafters and more. Evening classes and pop up shops also provide space for home-based businesses to expand their reach and draw customers to local retailers. Business owners also collaborate with event organizers to create unique, experiential events that draw visitors from the local region, across the GTA and beyond making Fenelon Falls a destination community throughout the year!

Opportunity also abounds for skilled tradespeople looking to work in the manufacturing, agriculture or construction industries here in Fenelon Falls and the Kawartha Lakes. Come see what Fenelon Falls has to offer or contact the Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce 705-887-3409 or CKL Economic Development; www.kawarthalakes.ca for more information on business development opportunities, loans and grant funding.

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2019 Farm Family of the Year In January 1991, Sam and Jane McLean purchased the farm and moved in with their two small children, Ben and Erin. In 2010, with Ben and Erin’s increasing involvement, the McLeans purchased a

annual Maplefest. At Buckhorn Berry Farm the family offers two on-farm stores, pick your own strawberries and raspberries, and other fruits and vegetables. Here, the family hosts the annual Pumpkinfest, attracting 13,000 visitors in 2019. Each farm also sells to local grocery stores and attends various farmers’ markets throughout the region.

The family uses a number of growing techniques including trickle irrigation, day neutral strawberries, fall raspberries and high tunnels in order to extend and improve their growing season and provide fresh fruits and vegetables each season.

second berry farm, Buckhorn Berry Farm, one concession north of the McLeans’ home farm. They now work both farms, harvesting strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, snap peas, beans, asparagus, tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, pumpkins, peppers, currants, rhubarb, squash and zucchini; they also produce maple syrup, jam, pickles, and preserves.

At McLean Berry Farm the main store offers produce from the farm as well as other local farms. Each spring, the McLeans welcome families from all over to their sugarbush and sugar shack for their

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The McLean family is actively involved in volunteering in the farming community, including service on the Haliburton Kawartha Maple Syrup Producers Association, Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development, Farmers’ Market Ontario, and the Lakefield Farmers’ Market. In 2017, McLean Berry Farm was awarded the Tourism/Hospitality Award and Erin McLean received the Young Professional of the Year Award from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism.

Congratulations to the McLean Family on being selected as Peterborough County’s 2019 Farm Family of the Year!

Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture and Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce McLean Berry Farm, 2191 16th Line, Lakefield, 705-657-2134 www.mcleanberryfarm.com

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PRESBYOPIA: What Is It? Have you started noticing that your arms are getting shorter? Having more difficulty reading the back of the pill bottle? Finding that you are increasing the font size on your phone? It all has to do with presbyopia.

What is presbyopia? It is the process of losing the elasticity in the lens of your eyes; this usually starts to take effect in middle or old age. There are eye exercises available, but they will only delay the process of presbyopia. The simplest way to improve your vision is to wear glasses.

You may be asking yourself, “what is the best solution for glasses for me?” To correct presbyopia, you can get either simple reading glasses, a bi-focal (2 distinct areas on a lens to allow 2 different focal points, distance and near) or a tri-focal (3 distinct areas on a lens to allow 3 different focal points, distance, mid-range (usually about arm’s length) and near). Both bi-focal and tri-focal lenses have visible lines on them allowing everyone to know that you are wearing such lenses. If you want to hide the fact you are wearing these lenses, consider the invisible bi-focal, where you do not see the line on the lens.

The PAL (progressive additional lens) is a great replacement for a lined tri-focal. PAL is a lens which graduates down from your distance correction to the full reading prescription that your local optometrist would provide for you. There are many PAL design lenses out there, made by many different companies. If you have any questions on which one might be best for you, please visit your local optician, or come on in and find out.

Tim Mak, Licenced Optician.

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Thin & Healthy -Your Weight Loss Solution

Keto Version

Our weight loss program has been doing amazing in helping people reach their health and weight loss goals! We would like to thank everyone who has voted for us in the Reader’s Choice Awards, it has been a great year. However, there is a lot of talk about the keto diet and I have noticed many people doing it in an unhealthy way. So, we are happy to announce that our Thin and Healthy weight loss program is now offering a Keto version. Thin and Healthy Keto Version combines the keto diet with scheduled eating, elimination of food intolerances/allergies and our homeopathic weight loss spray, to gain optimal healthy weight loss and overall health. We offer a low caloric keto diet for faster weight loss, and a moderate caloric intake for a more gradual weight loss. We are still offering our original Thin and Healthy weight loss program as not everyone is a candidate for the Keto version. During your initial visit we will work together to figure out which diet is best for you. The program is 9 weeks and is covered by most extended health care benefits. Call today and start losing!!

weight gain, decreased motivation, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, snoring, lack of sleep, acne, eczema, hives, brain fog, fatigue, headaches, congestion, muscle and joint aches.

What is a Keto Diet?

A Keto diet is a diet that helps to optimize your body’s ability to burn its own fat stores.

Not consuming enough vegetables . Vegetables are full of potassium and minerals that the body needs to function optimally and this also helps to prevent the Keto Flu.

Healthy Benefits of a keto Diet ✔ Decreased belly fat, cravings, hunger ✔ Increased energy ✔ Improvement in cognitive function, memory, concentration, focus, mood, more stable blood sugars, decreasing blood pressure and achieving the body and health you really want.

What is the importance of Eliminating Food Intolerances?

When your food intolerances/allergens are identified and removed from your diet this benefits your weight loss and your overall health. Food intolerances have been linked to the following health concerns:

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Common mistakes made when doing Keto Diet Not measuring and recording your food It can make success very challenging. Our version makes this measuring system simple for everyone to achieve. If you’re not keeping track of what you are eating, it can be hard to make sure you’re consuming the right portions of fat, protein and carbs that will allow your body to burn its own fat stores.

Not replenishing enough water or electrolytes. The keto diet is diuretic in nature and therefore you will use the washroom a lot more, decreasing your water and electrolytes.

Consuming too much protein. Too much protein will be converted in the liver to glycogen and this sugar will kick you out of ketosis.

Consuming too many unhealthy fats.

This will set you up for other health problems down the road.

Snacking. Snacking stimulates insulin which triggers fat storage and halts your body’s fat burning for a period of time.

If you are interested in more information about the Thin and Healthy weight loss program or our Keto version you can come out to our next lecture on Wednesday January 15th at 5 pm.

Call to reserve your spot today 705-742-0213 If you have any topic ideas for the next editorial please email us at steelsnaturopathic@gmail.com.

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This home is less drafty and more secure with a Lifestyle Door System

Winter Renovations to Warm Up Your Home Lifestyle Home Products

Many Ontarians have cold feet when it comes to winter renovations.

However, that trend is changing. Aside from price savings, less lead time is required January to March to order most renovation products.

“Home and cottage renovations can provide better overall value in the winter months,” says Keith Carroll, co-owner of Lifestyle Home Products. “High quality products and efficient installation processes can make winter installation work really well.”

Replacing a Front Door Cold weather installation of a new door's fit can be done as easily in cold weather conditions as in warmer months. Wooden doors can have big heat loss and fit issues in the winter. Once a new metal or fiberglass door is in place, insulation improves, saving on winter heating bills.

Replacing a Window Leaky windows and exterior doors can lose 20-30% of a home’s heat. That’s why it’s good to note that windows can still be replaced when temperatures hover below freezing says Keith.

When all openings are carefully pre-measured, the corresponding energy-efficient vinyl windows can be secured in place with quick precision.

Heat loss is not an issue with Lifestyle’s four-season, energy-efficient glass package.

Replacing a Bath Tub “Lifestyle Home Products developed its One-Day Bath renovation system to work with winters in mind,” says Keith. “In these cold months, homeowners really appreciate a complete bath renovation in one day.” Using this process, the old tub can be removed, as well as its old walls with any old tiles or surface coverings. Installation of a new tub or alternate walk-in shower then starts fresh and dry from the floor and stud walls.

Lifestyle manufactures lifetime sunrooms, windows and doors at 944 Crawford Drive in Peterborough.

Lifestyle installs everything it makes. Lifestyle is also the Ontario supplier of lifetime One-Day Baths and lifetime roofing shingles. Visit LifestyleHomeProducts.ca for more information.

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Lifestyle’s one-day bath renovations work well in the winter months

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Planning Your Wedding Getting married may be one of the most exciting and important days of your life.

The wedding day itself will be remembered for years to come – and we have some ideas to help you plan the perfect day!

Venue When picking the right venue for the event you first need a good idea of how many people will be attending. Once you have decided on a larger crowd or a smaller, more intimate affair, then the search for the perfect locale can begin. You will need to know if the venue is simply offering the space and if you are expected to organize your own caterers, chairs, linens, etc. Once you know these details you can start to think about things like a colour scheme; pick something that suits the surroundings of the venue you have chosen – it will make your decorating much easier. Visit the venue and explore, look at locations suitable for wedding photos, bearing in mind the time of day the photos will be taken. If some of your guests are from out of town, do the research to find out if there is suitable accommodation for them at the venue, or nearby.

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Dressing the Bridal Party Naturally you will want to choose a wedding dress that makes you feel like the bride you have dreamed of being, and don’t forget about comfort along with style. Keep in mind the venue, and colours of the venue when dressing the bridal party.

Proper fit is important so be sure to trust someone well qualified with your alterations. IF you are looking to shed pounds before the wedding, there are any great programs available. Set yourself up for success by starting early and sticking to a plan.

Food and Catering Once you know what your venue offers as far as facilities, you can begin planning the food you will serve your guests. Some questions to consider are: What style of service do you want (buffet, family style or served)? Do

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you need us to provide dessert? Late night snack food? Are you planning a meal – or perhaps just pass hors d'oeuvres. Caterers have access to fresh ingredients and often come prepared with all the equipment and staff they need, taking the headache of rentals out of your day.

Another option is choosing a personal Chef to handle your catering needs for you. This allows you to have a skilled Chef create a menu based on your desires and give advice on your catering needs.

Flowers Choosing flowers does depend on personal taste, but consider what is in season at the time of your wedding. Many florals can be sourced locally if in season, and are easier on the pocketbook if they are not special order. It is helpful to have an experienced florist help you make this decision. Don’t forget the throwaway bouquet if you are planning on a bouquet toss, and a garter for the garter toss as well!

Professional Planning It might be less stressful to hire a professional planner to organize your day for you. If you choose someone with years of experience they will think of every potential hiccup that could take place and help avoid those pitfalls. A wedding planner can help with every aspect of the event, from invitations, to advising on colour schemes, co-ordinating rehearsals, advice on which cake to choose and which style and decor you are going to go with. It is also invaluable to have someone to deal with ‘the day-of’ last-minute details so you as the bride can relax, knowing that everything is looked after.

How to Hire the Perfect Wedding Celebrant Celebrants come with set ceremonies or ideas to create one that is unique. It is lovely when you can add segments that reflect your values and joy. Some parts of the service are required to make it legal and you must use a legally registered celebrant with the Province of Ontario. You want professionalism and you want friendliness. Check what is covered in the price of the celebrant. Do they meet up with you beforehand? Are they available for questions? Are they happy to conduct an outside ceremony? How much time is available on the wedding day? By: Hermione Rivision, www.hermionerivison.ca 705 742 0367 or 705 750 8429 Limos & Cars Do you need transportation? Hiring a service to look after getting everyone from point A to point B is important. Read reviews - you want to be there on time. You should have a handle on numbers in advance – do you need to transport just the wedding party, or are you looking for a guest shuttle service, too? You can rent various sizes of vehicle, anything from a 6-seater sedan, formal limo or classic car, all the way up to a coach limo bus or school bus, depending on what your guests and your needs are.

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Disc Jockey Services Choosing the right DJ is important – it really sets the tone for the event. Pick someone who will play music that suits you as a couple.

Ask if the DJ is willing to work with you – allowing you to add your own songs, and assisting with lighting and audio. Remember to ask if they are willing to cover your ceremony as well as your reception if you need them for both; this is also a great way to make use of AV equipment if you are having an outdoor ceremony with no access to equipment of your own.

Photography This is such an important part of the day! These are the moments you will be reflecting on for the rest of your life; you definitely want the photos to capture and reflect the feelings you had on your special day and you need someone who will take the time to listen to your wishes. Pick someone by researching their portfolios, with so many different styles you want someone who is willing to take the photos you want. Always take the time to meet the photographer beforehand and plan photos by showing samples of shots you have seen and like.

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A Clear and Creative Picture with Wallflower Events From the smallest gathering to the most lavish event—Wallflower Events & Designs.

Founded by planner and designer Neena McConnell, Wallflower Events and Designs is a wedding and event-planning company with expanded services in professional floral design and event décor.

“I offer a fresh approach and a keen sense of seeing the whole picture, while finding those little details which make your event special and uniquely yours.”

The definition of a wallflower is, “you see things, you keep quiet about them and you understand.”

McConnell applies this concept to her planning process by stepping back to see the whole picture clearly and creatively. Your vision is realized as though the event planned itself.

Services include full and partial wedding planning, destination wedding planning, day of co-ordination, as well as month of coordination. Also available are planning services for bridal and baby showers, bachelorettes, birthday parties, corporate events and holiday parties. Floral design and event décor are also available.

Wallflower uses fresh and/or artificial blooms to bring a unique look to your special event.

Certified in floral design, event décor and wedding and event planning, Wallflower provides complete service for your special occasion. www.wallflowereventsanddesigns.com wallflowereventsanddesigns@gmail.com 705-772-4715

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The Days Inn & Suites Lindsay is the Perfect Fit! When looking for a simple, bright and spacious venue for your coming wedding, The Days Inn & Suites Lindsay is the perfect fit!

They offer space to host engagement parties, bridal showers, receptions, and intimate weddings. The hotel is located in the heart of Lindsay, making it a central location for friends and family living in the Kawartha Lakes, and a comfortable stay for anyone travelling from afar!

The event room at the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay accommodates 30-80 guests in a variety of set ups. The hotel offers the flexibility for you to bring in your own food and decorations, or have the on-site event coordinator take care of the details.

Linens are available as well as access to a Smart TV and sound system should you wish to play music, hire a DJ or have a photo display running throughout the event. The licensed event space offers a bar serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The hotel’s wine selection pairs nicely with their house-made charcuterie boards and festive punches, too!

The event room is located on the

main floor, making it convenient for unloading decorations and food, and easily accommodating any guests with accessibility needs.

Aside from a space to celebrate, don’t forget about blocking off guest rooms for

your big day! Be sure to set your group block up today as the hotel is often booked up months in advance.

Call us or visit us today for more information!

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Lash Extensions for Your Big Day Lash extensions can make everyday life a little less hectic and enhance any bridal look. Extensions have the ability to make your eyes look bigger and brighter, so it’s easy to understand why they are a popular pre-wedding beauty application. Clients have the option of lash lengths, fullness, curl and style. Extensions should be applied 2-3 days before an event.

Choosing the right lash artist is key - so ensure they are professionally trained! Anything having to do with your eyes requires knowledge, and the highest quality of care.

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natural lashes as well as creating other eye complications.

Lashes must be kept dry for 24 hours after application, avoiding heat and steam, as the adhesive needs this time to cure effectively.

This allows the extensions to stay in place as they should. Oil based products should be avoided around the lash area for the duration you are wearing them, as this too can weaken the bond.

It is critical to follow the aftercare advice to ensure you are getting the most out of your investment. Your lash professional should ensure you understand all aspects of the aftercare process before the application begins. Not only will proper aftercare allow your extensions to last longer but it will keep your natural lashes strong and healthy – skipping aftercare can lead to damage to your natural lashes and eye complications, too.

Contact Make Up By Brianna today and ensure your lashes are Wedding - ready! www.facebook.com/makeupbybriannachristopher 705-977-1172 blc_b@live.ca Instagram: @b.beautified

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A Perfect Getaway For All Occasions Imagine a cozy cedar lodge nestled under majestic pines rising from pink granite, all at the water’s edge. This is Westwind Inn, a third generation family-owned and operated business, open year-round.

With over one-quarter mile of scenic natural waterfront, an 80-foot lakefront deck, 200 feet of boardwalk, and 400 feet of docks and boat launch, Westwind Inn is ideal for small weddings, conferences, group retreats, or a reunion. A total of 36 rooms are available for exclusive use.

This past year the inn saw many new upgrades including hardwood floors and walk-in showers throughout the 31 room main lodge.

An infinity lap pool is located on the 2nd floor of the chalet with windows overlooking Lower Buckhorn Lake.

The cozy lodge rooms also come with a sofa, fireplace, a walk-out to the balcony, and a large bathroom, many with a heart-shaped

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jet tub. The Chalet, the location of all upgraded honeymoon suites, features a four-poster bed, pine floors and cedar ceilings, a jet tub, and a balcony. These are private and secluded, a world away from the main lodge.

The lobby is stunning, with soaring cathedral ceilings, a baby grand piano, and comfortable sofa and chairs. It is the perfect place to read a book or enjoy a cup of coffee. Self-serve coffee and tea are always available in the Kitchenette.

You can wake up to the call of the loon, watch the sunrise and sunset over the lake, follow nature trails, cozy up in hammocks for two among the pines, and feel the sand between your toes on

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the beach. And in winter, you can go cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in a spectacular wilderness setting. Go skating or ice fishing, and warm yourself by a fireplace.

Many have even heard wolves howl in the distance. Book your stay today for a chance to see the wildlife that visits the Westwind Inn’s shore. Better yet, see the gorgeous sights from the water on one of the inn’s new boat cruises.

Westwind Inn also offers complimentary activities—canoes, kayaks, rowboats, pedal boats, bikes, an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, putting green, driving net and sand trap, badminton, volleyball, horseshoes and more.

Relax and do as little or as much as you wish. When you are ready to eat, visit our superb lakefront dining with a panoramic view of the lake.

If you enjoy daytrips, Buckhorn and the surrounding area offer wonderful attractions. Explore quaint villages, galleries and shops. Enjoy lunch by the water’s edge in one the many restaurants or pubs.

The quiet beauty of this lakeside setting offers the perfect atmosphere for guests.

Westwind Inn 1-800-387-8100 info@westwindinn.net www.westwindinn.net Photo Credit Adam Woodhouse

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Have You Considered the Wine?

We all think of wine on tables when we think about sitting down at a wedding dinner. But have you thought about crafting your own? This detail can go a long way in making your wine selection a one-of-a-kind, personal touch on your tables and at your bar on the big day.

Since 1997, The Wine Shoppe on Park has been proudly serving Peterborough and area with expert winemaking services, highest-quality grape juices and top-of-the-line equipment. As Peterborough's favourite (and busiest) winemaking place, they are proud to say that they have helped their patrons produce almost 3 million bottles of wine!

Another great option for weddings is offering your guests the most adorable half bottles as favours. Personalise each bottle with custom labels and choose from a rainbow of coloured shrink caps; this individual touch will send home all the best memories of your special day with guests to enjoy later.

The craft winemaking process is so simple! With the help of the amazing staff at the Wine Shoppe you begin by selecting your wine from a list of 200+ selections; sprinkle the yeast to start the fermentation, and then leave it with their expertly-trained staff,

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who take it through its fermentation processes. When you return in 4-8 weeks to bottle your wine, they have great user-friendly bottling stations and offer guidance from their knowledgeable and friendly staff. Don’t forget; your wine will then need to age.

Different sections (red or white) will need varying times, so order early as some wines need 2-3 months to mature.

The Wine Shoppe also offers a great equation to help you figure out how much wine you will need to order based on your crowd, and they offer affordable packages when ordering for an event.

The staff at the Wine Shoppe know how much time and planning goes into preparing for a wedding.

They want to help alleviate some of the stress by assisting you in choosing and making wines to please everyone on your special day. Stop in and see them – or call and make your consultation appointment to start the crafting process this winter for your summer wedding!

The Wine Shoppe on Park 392 Brock Street, Peterborough, 705 749 9463 info@wineshoppeonpark.ca, www.wineshoppeonpark.ca

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There’s nothing “Small” about Love Over the years, the staff at Burleigh Falls Inn has had the privilege of assisting with one of the most romantic days in a couple’s life; their wedding. These events are often filled with much pomp & circumstance, everything on a larger than life scale, and it can all get a little overwhelming.

More intimate celebrations are becoming a popular choice, smaller gatherings with a true focus on what is most important; the love shared between two individuals.

In today’s world there seems to be a real need to slow things down, scale things back, and really focus on the importance of the celebration. Many couples gather the most important people in their lives, those who are committed in supporting their love, and whose support they can really count on during their new journey as husband and wife.

Smaller celebrations allow for more flexibility and tend be a truer reflection of the couple themselves. Imagine being able to include all of your guests in every aspect of your celebration. Think: a personal photo session with each guest, hand-picked menus reflecting personal taste, and perhaps spending not just one day but an entire weekend surrounded with those you love most.

Burleigh Falls Inn has been honoured to host celebrations that included weekends full of personal touches, like group outings, family style dinners, campfire gatherings, pajama parties, card games, and family photos; and - somewhere in there - a touching ceremony.

There is no “rule” book when planning your wedding, and often couples seem to forget this. It’s your day, your union, and it’s your love. Surround yourself with those who support this in every way, those who have guided you and will continue to do so - whether that be 4 or 400. Most importantly, always remember there is nothing “small” about love.

For more information on planning your intimate celebration please visit www.burleighfallsinn.com

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Choose a Photographer You ‘Click’ With One of the most important team members you will hire for your wedding day is your photographer.

This person will not only be spending quite a few hours acting as your shadow; but you have to trust that they are capturing all of the moments and memories of your special day; and that means that you need to find a photographer that fits with you and your fiancé.

It can be very confusing when you first begin looking at photographers. It is easy to get lost in all the labels that are applied to the different styles of photography; traditional, modern, documentary, posed; light and airy, dark and moody or somewhere in between? My best advice is to do some research. Google local photographers and then spend time going through their websites. Which photos are the way you envision your photos to look? Always keep in mind that your photos will be slightly different; after all it is your day done your way; but overall the feel and style will be the same.

The other major component is personality. Do you and your potential photographer click? Do you feel comfortable with them? Are they easy to talk to? Are they aligned with your personality and vision for the day? This person will be with you step by step through your entire day and you need to feel like you can not only trust them, but be friends with them.

The last part of the equation is budget. The photographer of your dreams may be outside of your budget, but there is nothing wrong with being open and honest with them and asking them if they can work with you; or perhaps they can recommend someone who they feel would fit your requirements.

Spending the time to research and choose a photographer that clicks will ensure that all your moments are captured and that you are able to relax and enjoy your special day.

By Heather Doughty of Heather Doughty Photography www.heatherdoughtyphotography.com heatherdoughtyphotography@gmail.com

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That’s a Wrap! Catering When feeding a large group of people, it is important to have someone on the job who knows what they are doing, because of course – every little detail matters. Often, after attending a wedding, we reminisce with others about the details of the event – make one of those details the food!

Tracey Ormond, owner of That’s a Wrap! Catering, is full of wonderful, fresh ideas and can’t wait to help you plan a meal for many. She takes great pride in considering all of the details, like environmental responsibility - meaning every effort to use fresh, local produce and ensuring as little waste as possible is integral.

With a dedicated team of culinary professionals who are skilled in providing outstanding customer service they eliminate any worry from your already busy schedule, and allow you to enjoy being a guest at your own gathering. ​ Proud to be the onsite caterer for Ashburnham Funeral and Reception Centre located at 840 Armour Road, call them for your event today! www.thatsawrapcatering.ca 705-768-7168

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You can Always Trust Flowers to make the Best Moments in Life Even Better That’s according to Angela Chandler, owner of Sweet Bee Floral, and designer extraordinaire.

She knows a thing or two about flowers, bringing her years of experience to your special occasion; from centerpieces to full-service floral design, her unique designs create the perfect atmosphere your special day deserves.

The current trend in wedding florals is ecoconsciousness, making use of seasonal flowers and locally foraged products from local and Ontario growers. Brides and grooms are requesting colour palettes, rather than specific blooms, which means the wedding florals can be created and sourced entirely from in-season blooms from local growers.

“I am very blessed to live in the Kawarthas and have access to the most amazing local flower growers such as Louise, owner of Wild Imagination Co, and Unicorn Blooms,” Angela says.

Another trend sees many couples choosing to give away their blooms after so that they can be “up cycled” and enjoyed in places like seniors homes.

If you are looking to mix things up a bit, Angela suggests using dried blooms and foliage either mixed with fresh flowers or on their own - to create interesting texture and unusual combinations. Think pampas grass, sun palm, bleached and dyed ruscus, lunaria and straw

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flowers, to name a few. These easy-to-carefor options eliminate the worry about wilting, water or weather.

In terms of floral and greens installations, a new favourite is large floral pieces which create an impact – greenery and floral walls; flowers and greens hanging, or trailing from the ceilings; arbours or arches dripping in blooms. These are often created in a wild, undone-garden style of design, such as one would find in nature.

Sweet Bee Floral’s full service includes: • Wedding & event floral design • Photo styling & staging (Partnering with photographers, providing flowers for photo shoots) • Corporate styling • Pop-up events with their gorgeous vintage trucks • Rentals (vessels, harvest tables) • Full event set-up Sweet Bee provides wedding and event delivery to Peterborough and the Kawarthas, the GTA, Haliburton and Muskoka areas and beyond! For daily flower deliveries, they deliver to Peterborough and the Kawartha Lakes region. Contact them at hello@sweetbeefloral. ca for rates and quotes.

You can find them on Facebook and Instagram, and watch for their new website – www.sweetbeefloral.ca – coming soon.

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Catering Options for the Perfect Day Did you know Jack’s Family Restaurant and the Lakefield Restaurant offer full-service mobile catering for weddings, social events, and corporate functions?

Choose Distinctive Style & Personality for your Wedding Every bride and groom have a vision in their head of how they want their big day to look. Intimate rustic weddings have taken off in popularity; keeping things simple with an antique vintage look is in all the wedding magazines and on Pinterest pages. Something that is important for many couples when planning a wedding is finding a venue which represents their personalities and distinctive style but is in keeping with their theme. A bonus is when you find the perfect location close to home that is completely unique.

If you picture hardwood floors, oil lamps, gorgeous wooden pews and a high pulpit, then the century old Fairbairn Church at Kawartha Settlers’ Village may be just the spot for you. The church has a capacity of 120 and offers an old-time feel, sure to offer guests a cozy way to celebrate your marriage.

Utilizing two completely different concepts the restaurants create custom menus for all clients, and their foods are made with only the freshest and highest-quality ingredients available. Specializing in traditional and European cuisine - and always more than happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions, allergies or food preferences - their catering team exceeds your highest expectations to make your event exceptional and unique.

From a three-course meal to a ten-course feast, they have you covered. The team at Jack’s and the Lakefield Restaurant are proud of the quality of service they provide and will always go that extra mile to make their clients happy.

With a location in Peterborough and another in Lakefield, they are able to service Central Ontario and surrounding area. Give them a call and take that first step toward making your event one that will be talked about for years to come!

Jack’s Family Restaurant Peterborough 705-740-9776 Lakefield 705-652-1119

If you are more of an outdoorsy couple, Kawartha Settlers’ Village has a gazebo, surrounded by beautiful gardens and with nature as your backdrop. The area around the gazebo will accommodate up to 150 of your closest family and friends.

The Murphy Barn is a great place to host your reception. With barn weddings being so popular, this location is a sought-after venue. The Murphy Barn offers you complete freedom of decoration and is the perfect spot for the country vintage, rustic wedding of your dreams.

If a rustic country wedding is what you are looking for, contact Kawartha Settlers’ Village today for more information.

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Weekend at the Cottage

Recipes

Easy Roast Chicken The recipe that works for all occasions - a busy day or relaxing Sunday dinner Ingredients

Instructions

• 1 roaster chicken, about 4 pounds • 1 head of garlic, roughly chopped • 1 lemon, roughly chopped • ½ Vidalia onion, chopped • 3 sprigs of thyme, chopped • 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling • black pepper

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Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss chopped garlic, lemon, onion, and thyme sprigs in a small bowl. Set aside.

Rinse chicken under cold water and pat dry using paper towels.

Place chicken in a medium-sized roasting pan. Stand the bird legs-up and sprinkle 2 teaspoons of kosher salt into the cavity. Stuff the cavity with the citrus and vegetable mixture, filling it to capacity.

Tuck the wings under the back of the chicken and tie the drumstick ends together using string or twine.

Generously sprinkle the outside of the chicken with kosher salt and fresh black pepper.

Transfer chicken to preheated oven and roast for 1 hour.

Remove chicken from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before carving. Serve immediately.

For the complete story and link to the video go to https://weekendatthecottage.com/roast-chicken

APPLE PIE GRILLED CHEESE Comfort food at its best Instructions

Ingredients For two sandwiches: • 4 slices of bread For the butter: • 2 tablespoons of butter, room temperature • 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar • ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon

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For the filling: • 1 apple, peeled, cored and grated • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar • ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon • a pinch of kosher salt • a pinch of nutmeg • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice • 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese

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Prepare filling: Place apple into a small bowl. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Add the lemon juice and toss. Let sit for 15 minutes.

Add the cheese and stir to combine.

Preheat griddle, sandwich maker or skillet to medium- high heat, about 350°F. Butter one side of each of the slices of bread. Invert two of the slices and divide the filling between the two slices, spreading it out evenly. Place the other two slices onto the filling, buttered side up.

Place the sandwiches onto griddle, sandwich maker or skillet and cook until golden brown. Carefully flip the sandwiches over to grill the other side.

Remove from heat and cut into halves or quarters.

Serve as is or dust with icing sugar and serve with vanilla ice cream.

For garnish: • Icing sugar • Vanilla ice cream

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"AMY" FROM HEARTLAND

Amber Marshall CHATS WITH KAYLA at The Royal Winter Fair

"Meeting with Amber was an amazing experience - especially finding out she wasn't just a "Horse Trainer Actress" - she actually is a Country Girl with many animals of her own."

Kayla

The most important piece of advice you’ve ever received was…

Learn from your mistakes. Everyone makes them; the important part is learning how to be better from those experiences. Stay positive, and if you want something, work hard to achieve it.

Where did you grow up…

I grew up with my mom, dad and little brother in a home in London, Ontario. I wasn’t able to live in the country until after I had moved out, but that didn’t stop me from spending all my free time at

a stable outside of town. I first began taking riding lessons there when I was 10 years old, and a few years later was able to obtain my own horse which I boarded there.

When did you start acting…

When I was 8 years old, I joined a local theatre group for children called “The Original Kids Theatre Company.” I had so much fun

MEET AMBER'S ANIMALS

CRUZ

HAWK

CINCH

NITRO

TALON

SCREECH

REMI

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Who taught you how to ride?

When I was 4 years old my parents took me out to a local farm where they would lead me around on a little pony named Tony.

My mom rode horses growing up, so she was able to teach me all the basics. At the age of 10 I started formal English lessons at Shadowlane Stables just outside of London, ON. Do you have horses of your own?

My husband and I have a ranch just outside of Calgary, Alberta where we live with our many animals. They can be seen on my website “www.AmberMarshall.com” Currently we have 6 horses. My newest friend is a Palomino Quarter Horse named Cruz. He came to live with us during the summer. I also have a Black Quarter Horse named Hawk who my mom formed a bond with many years ago and he has become mostly her horse. My husband has a talented red roan Quarter Horse named Nitro. We also have a Bay Quarter Horse named Cinch whom our good friend/neighbour has taken a liking to.

Cinch mostly lives with him and they compete together in Team Roping. Two Miniature horses named Screech and Talon also live with us. They are a funny pair and I always enjoy watching them boss around the bigger horses in the fields.

I got my first Horse a year ago when I was 8 years old, he is a Welsh Pony named Andy. How old were you when you got your first horse, what was the breed and its name?

My first horse was a chestnut Quarter Horse named Monty. I bought him at an auction sale when I was 12 years old. I mostly rode English then and we both learned how to jump together (not always the best plan!!)

Which is your favourite horse on the show?

Stormy plays the role of Spartan on Heartland. He has been with the show as long as I have (all 13 years) so him and I have a special connection. He is now 19 years old and starting to develop arthritis. We have written the story to reflect his restrictions and at the end of Season 13 Amy recognises that even though Spartan will still be around for a long time, she cannot compete on him any longer or put as much pressure on him.

I love your Cowgirl hats - where do you get them?

How many do you have?

I get my hats all over the place. I have 5 now!!

Do you do all your stunts?

As much as I would love to do many of the stunts, the insurance companies that supply the show do not allow it. I do as much of the riding as they will permit, but jumping at a certain height, taking a fall, or riding really fast through a grassy field usually has to be done by a professional stunt performer.

Can fans come visit Heartland?

Unfortunately no, the ranch is owned by a private family and not open to the public. You can however go visit the town of High River which is used as “Hudson” on the show. You will see lots of familiar shops and diners including “Maggies!”

Who would you like to meet…

I have seen a few dogs in youtube videos and they seem like they have the coolest personalities. I would enjoy meeting them!!

Have you sang on stage and do you have a CD? I do enjoy singing, but not when it becomes a job. My favourite type of singing is just jamming with friends. I have recorded a few songs that we sang on Heartland, but I don’t have any plans to put out a CD at this time. I have sung on stage when I was young (through my theatre company) but not in a band.

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Puppies!

So little time, so much for them to learn!

Who can resist a fuzzy wobbly cuddly puppy? I know I can't!

Here are some important thoughts to consider when you bring your new family member home: A puppy's fear imprint stage is from 8 to 16 weeks roughly.

That means, this time frame is when a puppy determines what is safe or unsafe in our human world. It's really important to have your puppy experience our human world as much as possible. But a puppy parent needs to be smart about HOW they socialize their new furry family member.

Taking them to the local dog park where some dogs may not enjoy the company of a puppy and therefore overwhelm the youngster, not such a good idea. Also, some dogs attending the park may

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not be fully vaccinated which will put your young puppy at risk for contraction of some serious viruses, namely Parvo virus.

Puppies are not fully vaccinated until after 16 weeks of age which means that keeping it confined at home while waiting to be vaccinated will leave your puppy undersocialized for when they mature.

Keep in mind that obedience skills can be taught to a dog of any age. When your puppy is still in its fear imprint stage, that's the best window of opportunity you have to build the young puppy's confidence and help them grow into a confident and well balanced adult dog.

Here's what we recommend you focus on in the early days of bringing your puppy home.

1) Socialization - be smart about it. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behaviourists encourage all puppy owners to social their puppies during its fear imprint.

Please visit their website to see their position statement on the importance of early socialization and the risks associated with not socializing them during that all-important stage of development. www.avsab.org Puppy classes that focus on early socialization while maintaining a safe environment are ideal for your puppy's education.

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2) House training - get your puppy on to a strict regimen right out the gate. If you are really diligent about keeping your puppy on a half hour rotation, most puppies will be house broken within 2 weeks. It's worth the effort in the beginning!

3) Bite inhibition - this is the education or process of teaching your puppy to lessen their pressure when putting their mouths on us. While the puppies are still young, they have these nasty prickly milk teeth that really hurt. They are there for a reason. When your puppy is interacting with you or other dogs, if he bites too hard, the other dog (as should you) will stop playing with the puppy to let them know that they have been too rough. As the puppy ages though, after the 16 week mark, no longer allow the puppy to put their mouths on you. Shun them quickly. Meaning, if they mouth you, quickly get up and leave the room. Don't negiotiate with them. Let them know they hurt you. This way they will learn what hurts you and what doesn't and then progress to learning not to mouth you at all.

4) It's Yer Choice Games - these are impulse control games that begin with easy steps for your puppy to understand about "Leave It" and minding their manners when around food.

5) Toy motivation - teach your puppy to learn to LOVE to play with YOU with toys. Its a great way to bond with your puppy while instilling an alternate reward system apart from food. Playing tug gently with your puppy is also a great way to teach bite inhibition.

If the puppy "accidentally" bites you when playing, then throw the toy to the floor and leave the room quickly and abruptly. The puppy will quickly learn that not touching you with its teeth will keep the game going longer. Also, playing gentle games of tug teaches the puppy to give up toys happily and easily to you. Now you have a puppy that isn't worried about obsessing and keeping the toy to themselves. This helps to reduce resource guarding and teaches your puppy to give up all things happily, like the dish towel or the remote control...again.

6) Prevention of Resource Guarding - as your puppy is eating from its food bowl, add some yummy tasty morsels to its meal.

You want your puppy to learn to relax when people approach its food bowl.

For more information and other resources, please visit our website at: www.paus-n-train.com/LearningLibrary

Local Humane Societies Lakefield Animal Welfare Society 2887 Lakefield Rd. • 705-652-0588 www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org

Humane Society Of Kawartha Lakes 111 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay • 705-878-4618 www.hskl.ca

Animal Rescue Krew (ARK) 3307 Lakefield Rd., Lakefield • 705-651-0069

Home Again Bancroft 613-474-3450 • www.homeagainbancroft.ca

Peterborough Humane Society 385 Lansdowne St. E., Peterborough • 705-745-7676 www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca

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Snow Paint Sparkles; that one word causes enormous joy in most kids. Add the word paint, and the fact that this is a super-fast craft to prepare, and it’s a win.

To make this beautiful fluffy snow paint you will need 3 ingredients: white glue, shaving cream (the white fluffy stuff; I like unscented), and glitter or sparkles. I was able to get all of these things at our local dollar store. I chose white sparkles to go along with the snow theme, but any colour of sparkle would be fun.

Mix equal parts shaving cream and white glue in a mixing bowl, once completely blended add the sparkles and mix some more.

Sometimes the glue works best if you chill it in the fridge first.

You want the mixture to stay like a fluffy cloud rather than runny.

If in doubt add more shaving cream.

Use a large paintbrush to create your snowy pictures on a dark coloured paper. Through our trials I did find that using normal construction paper got a little soggy, so perhaps think about doubling up your papers, or use a heavier cardstock. Leave to dry for at least a day, sometimes more, due to the consistency

of the fluffy paint it can take a while to set and dry completely.

Once dry, the paint has a soft squishy consistency and sits up off the page.

Emily Ireland

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BLIZZARD SNOWBALL BUILD MITTENS EARMUFFS

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Talking to Kids About Climate Change Most kids have heard a whole lot about climate change from the news, or at school, or just from overhearing adult conversations. But do they know what climate change is?

Parents can sometimes forget that kids are absorbing things from the world around them, and sometimes they might need a little extra help to understand and not feel afraid.

Explain what it is in a child-appropriate way Sites like this one (www.climatekids.nasa.gov/climate-change-meaning/) have many wonderful resources to explain what climate change is in a way that kids will understand, and include games and videos. Kids picture books, see (www.mother.ly/parenting/10childrens-books-climate-change) can be another great resource for talking about climate in an understandable way.

Avoid the freakout Being a small kid in a big world can feel scary. When you talk about climate, communicate a message of action and hope. If kids know that they can do something to help, it inspires them to be responsible citizens and makes them feel less scared.

Discuss changes the family can make with your child Could your family make small changes like eating less meat, turning off electronics, walking instead of driving short distances, and switching from paper towels to cloth napkins? It may feel like a small or insignificant thing to make a small change in your household, but it’s not. Not only do these actions help the earth, but they also teach children to be conscientious about the choices they make in their day-to-day lives.

Make a plan to raise money for an environmental cause Donating some money, through a garage sale, lemonade stand or a saved-up allowance, to a climate change organization or another environmental group ( www.canadahelps. org/en/explore/charities/category/environment ) can help kids feel generous and like they are contributing to the cause.

However you decide to tackle these conversations with your child, it’s important to have them. Knowledge will empower your children, make them feel less afraid and give them a sense of the power they have to change the world.

Article by Scholars Education Centre staff.

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Those Were The Days

“Sirens of Yesteryear” When I was a boy growing up in Windsor, Ontario it was safe to go downtown alone to either be among the hustle bustle of a thriving city center, or even to buy something if we had a few cents to spend. All the buses had a shiny steel pole in the front as soon as we boarded, the pole had a line etched into it and if you were shorter than the line you rode free otherwise we would have to pay a nickel for the ride. The trips downtown were always an adventure, S.S.Kresge store the largest of all the retail outlets, Woolworths, Metropolitan stores and Adelmans where Mom would take us for our back to school clothes, and service second to none. The Capital, Palace, Vanity and Empire theatres were all downtown as well as some of the best restaurants, oh how I remember the hot beef sandwiches for only .85 cents.

The minute Kresges opened their doors in the morning the fifty seat lunch counter was filled to capacity and stayed filled through breakfast until the dinner hours. The store itself was the busiest of all the stores downtown and at any hour of the day there would be at least three or four dozen shoppers milling around. But that all ended on December 24, 1945 when a fire gutted the entire store. It seemed the city was alive with sirens blaring from every direction, at first no one knew what was happening or where the fire engines were headed because the war had ended only a few months prior, but the news quickly spread about one of the city’s greatest loss.

It was again in December we heard the sirens, December 14, 1948 when Adelmans was completely destroyed by fire. Adelmans

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was around the corner from Kresges no more than a block away, a shopper’s paradise among Windsor’s downtown attractions.

Much like the Kresge fire, it took firemen days to finally put out the last stubborn embers.

It seemed downtown Windsor was not the place to be when danger reared its ugly head because the worst devastation of Windsor’s downtown was the explosion at the Metropolitan Store, just a few blocks away from Kresge’s and Adelmen’s. On October 25, 1960 the store was destroyed by a massive explosion which killed ten shoppers and injured more than one hundred, ambulance sirens rang out for hours on end. A defective gas line that extended along the main floor ignited blowing out the rear wall, causing the two upper floors to collapse trapping many customers and employees. The blast shattered the front glass scattering debris and broken shards up and down Ouellette Avenue injuring all those who were nearby.

WW II air raid sirens had long since been dismantled and we no longer had to endure the haunting shrill alerts, but I can still vividly remember the firetruck and ambulance sirens in the middle 1900s echoing across the city, and as we enter a new year I am saddened recalling those devastating disasters that helped end the era of the popular 5 and 10 cent stores.

Russ Sanders epigram@nexicom.net

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JANUARY, 2020

JANUARY 23 - 26, 2020

JAN 31 - FEB 2, 2020

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

SNOFEST WINTER CARNIVAL Events take place during the entire month of January at various locations. www.peterborough.ca/en/explore-and-play/ snofest.aspx

REFRAME FILM FESTIVAL When: Various Times Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St., N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

POLARFEST When: 9AM - 9PM Where: Bridgenorth, Ennismore and Lakefield www.polarfest.ca

JUST FOR LAUGHS RELATIONSHIP SHOW When: 8PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W. www.memorialcentre.ca

JANUARY 11, 2020

JANUARY 24 - 26, 2020

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

MUDMEN When: 8PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough. www.markethall.org

SNOWKITE WEEKEND Where: Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene. www.elmhirst.ca

PINK IN THE RINK When: 7PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W. www.pinkintherink.ca

JANUARY 24, 2020

FENELON FALLS WINTER FESTIVAL Hosted by Snowshoe Kawartha When: 9AM - 1PM Where: Garnet Graham Beach Park

JANUARY 17 - 19, 2020 18TH ANNUAL DOG SLED DERBY Where: Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre, 4252 County Road #21, Haliburton.

APSLEY LIONS CLUB WINTER CARNIVAL When: 9AM Where: Apsley

FEBRUARY 6, 2020 CRIME STOPPERS VARIETY SHOW When: 7 - 8:30PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough. www.showplace.org

FEBRUARY 7, 2020 THE STRUMBELLAS When: 8PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W. www.memorialcentre.ca

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Public Skating

31ST ANNUAL SNOWMOBILE POKER RUN When: 8AM - 5PM Where: Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve, 1095 Redkin Rd. 1-800-631-2198 (Ext. Main Office) reservations@haliburtonforest.com

FEBRUARY 15, 2020 HALIBURTON FROST FESTIVAL Where: Head Lake Park, 13 York St., Haliburton.

Enjoy a full day of outdoor fun and recreation.

OFAH FAMILY ICE FISHING DAY When: 10AM - 2PM Where: BEL Rotary Park, 1495 Yankee Line, Peterborough. www.ofah.org

FEBRUARY 17, 2020 FAMILY DAY WINTER CHILI AND PIE When: 11AM - 3PM Where: South Pond Farms, 1020 Gray Rd., Pontypool.

Reservation only! www.southpondfarms.ca

FEBRUARY 25, 2020 OLD DOMINION When: 7:30PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W. www.memorialcentre.ca

MARCH 14, 2020 DEAN BRODY: ANNUAL MARQUEE EVENT FUNDRAISER When: 7:30PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St. S. www.academytheatre.ca.

January 12, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

January 19, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

January 26, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

January 31, 2020 • 12:15-2:15PM Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Road, Peterborough P.A. Day $4 per person.

February 2, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

February 9, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

February 16, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

February 17, 2020 • 12-3PM & 12:15-3:15PM Holiday Skate sponsored by Brain Therapy Clinic Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Road, Peterborough February 23, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

March 1, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

March 8, 2020 • 3-5PM Northcrest Arena, 100 Marina Boulevard $4 per person.

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