Cottage Country Connection November / December 2017

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WORLD'S LARGEST

MARK'S STORE Coming to Peterborough!

Photo Credit Tania Moher

HANGING HOLIDAY LIGHTS LIKE A PRO

YOUR SHOP LOCAL GIFT GUIDE!

WINTER PLANTERS & POTS WITH VIKKI

2016 Business Awards of Excellence

Entrepreneur Innovation Recipient

Letter from the Publishers The Importance of Shopping Local this Holiday Season With Christmas just around the corner, this issue is dedicated to shopping local this holiday season.

The importance of shopping local is something every single one of us should be very concerned about.

Many businesses rely on local dollars and cannot survive without the support of our local and surrounding communities.

MARKETING & PROMOTION Distribution from Peterborough to Haliburton & from Fenelon Falls to Campbellford.

Volume 24 • Number 9 Publisher: Cottage Country Connection, A Division of 240362 Ontario Inc. PO Box 8, Buckhorn, Ontario K0L 1J0 705-731-0808 • 705-652-8777 www.cottagecountryconnection.com #CottageCountry

Every year, visitors come by the thousands to enjoy the outdoors in our beautiful Cottage Country.

We need our community businesses to thrive, to stay alive and in business, providing the region and the visiting population, with much-needed products and services.

Donna Matthews Editor, Sales & Publishing 705-652-8777 cottagecountryconnection@gmail.com

Before you spend your holiday dollars this year, we encourage you to consider the cost to your community when you do not place your business here in the region. As the saying goes - Use it or Lose It! Keep Cottage Country prosperous and shop local this holiday season.

Kelly Welsh Art Director & Publishing 705-657-7413 connectionartwork@gmail.com

See our shop local gift guide in this issue for some great ideas.

The upcoming Jan-Feb 2018 Issue is our Annual Business Issue and will also include and 8-page weddings feature - you won't want to miss this exciting issue!

From all of us at Cottage Country Connection and from our wonderful supporting advertisers, we wish you health, wealth and much happiness this holiday season and in the coming the year ahead.

Murray H Miskin Supporting Editor & Publishing connectionedit@gmail.com

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CONTENTS NOV/DEC

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YOUR GUIDE HOME & COTTAGE PAGES 2 - 35 SHOP LOCAL GIFT GUIDE PAGES 8 - 17 RECIPES PAGES 28 - 31 CONTRACTORS CORNER PAGE 32 FOR YOUR HEALTH PAGES 36 - 37 AUTO PAGE 40 PETS & VETS PAGES 38 - 39 BUSINESS PAGES 42 - 45 KIDS CORNER PAGES 46 - 47 MARKETPLACE PAGES 48 - 49 COTTAGE COUNTRY EVENTS PAGES 50

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WORLD'S LARGEST MARK'S LOCATION Photo Credit Tania Moher COMING TO PETERBOROUGH 19 Celebrating Local Makers - Watson & Lou 25 Something Special Has Arrived in the Heart of Bobcaygeon - London Trading Post 29 How a Homemade Holiday Cookbook Can Bring Your Family Together 32 Hanging Holiday Lights Like a Pro - Contractors Corner 33 Winter Planters & Pots with Vikki 35 Your Destination Experts - Marlin Travel 45 End of Year Budgeting - Andrew Pyle SHOP LOCAL GIFT GUIDE

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Big Win For Clare Hayes & Impressive

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EVENTS Since 1994

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Largest Mark's Location in the World Coming to Peterborough

Your favourite store for clothes that work has some big news.

The Largest Mark's Location in the world will soon open a brand-new store, right here in Peterborough!

With high ceilings and a squarer shape, shoppers can easily view the entire store.

The store will also have two entrances and check out areas, with the one on Clonsilla having a Marks Commercial and Customer Service specialty focus, making it more convenient for customers to pick up industrial and special orders.

The completely new store will feature a central fitting room area, with dedicated staff to help customers and an expanded men's and ladies casual footwear and industrial footwear section, as well as jean shops, to better show the new expanded selection.

The in-house production area for embroidery and customization of garments for businesses, sport teams, or promotional events has been expanded as well.

To make sure it's easy and convenient to visit the store, there will be two street entrances, the current on Lansdowne, and a new entrance and parking lot being built on Clonsilla. This allows visitors to always turn right when exiting, no matter which area of town they are from.

The all new Marks will be a locally owned building, with Grant Murray and Lucie Laplante, wanting to provide Peterborough with the most modern Marks possible. The new location will provide excellent support for the Lindsay Mark's store and the best possible experience for customers of both stores.

At approximately 30,000 Sq. Ft., with an extra 4,000 Sq. Ft on the sales floor, this beautiful new location has a ton of conveniences and will be easier for shoppers to navigate.

Just 2 doors up the hill and across the street from the current location, above the Canadian Tire Mall.

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This holiday season shoppers will enjoy the current location with lots of specials on for Christmas and you won’t want to miss their Free Selfie with Santa event on December 8th. Stop in and take a selfie with the kids and Santa!

The New Mark's location will be completed over the next couple of months, while the current location celebrates its last Christmas season. The current location will close after end of day on Sunday January 7, 2018. The largest brand-new Mark’s location in Peterborough will open on January 12th.

General Managers Dominique Murray and Chad Pinto and their team are excited to move into the new location and have been working hard to prepare for the big move. Stay tuned for news of the Grand Opening celebration to kick off in Spring of 2018!

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THE PAW SPA Don’t miss out, book now for your furry friends Christmas Grooming! www.pawspapeterborough.ca

MARK’S Men’s and Ladies’ T-MAX HEAT Socks. www.marks.com

LOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY At Lockside Buffalo plaid is everywhere! Clothing and Home Décor from throws, pillows to socks and jackets. www.lockside.com

WATSON & LOU One of a kind items

by Peterborough Artisans. www.watsonandlou.com

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LONDON TRADING POST Harris tweed men and ladies hats. Handmade in the UK, Superior Quality, sizes small to double XL. www.londontradingpost.ca

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Come check out our selection of Tempur-Pedic mattress sets and power bases! www.leonspeterborough.ca

BERTS APPLIANCES GE Café 22.2 cu. ft. French-Door Refrigerator w/Keurig® K-Cup® Brewing System www.bertsappliances.ca

LIFESTYLE HOME PRODUCTS THE BEST KIND OF WINDOW SHOPPING Give that someone you love a high-efficiency window package from Lifestyle. www.lifestylesunrooms.com/our-products/windows

LOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY Lockside’s Traditional Christmas décor for every nature lover, make your home feel like you’re celebrating in the woods. www.lockside.com

ROVA’S OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Homecrest Outdoor Living. 3 piece conversational set, includes loveseat and cuddle chair(x2) www.rovapatio.com

PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES A wide variety of animal stuffies from Douglas Cuddle Toys; pins & stocking stuffers by Indaba. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

GRIFFIN’S GREENHOUSES Amaryllis – a wide selection of bulbs or pre-sprouted potted Amaryllis; super as hostess gifts. www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

DAYS INN & SUITES Great stocking stuffer idea! Gift cards available at the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay! www.daysinnlindsay.com

OVERSTOCK LIQUIDATION Heaters for every room of the house, always great prices at Overstock Liquidation. Three new truckloads weekly! www.facebook.com/ShopOverstock.ca

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MARK’S Men’s and Ladies’ Blundstone 510 & 585 Boots. www.marks.com

MARK’S Men’s and Ladies’ WindRiver Heritage Accessories. www.marks.com

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ACADEMY THEATRE Tickets for multi-Juno singer/songwriter Bruce Cockburn May 4, 2018. $60 & $50. www.academytheatre.ca

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Danby dual cool fridge.

Cans on one side, bottles on the other! www.leonspeterborough.ca

WRD COTTAGE RENTAL AGENCY Weekly or two and three day winter packages available. www.ontariocottagerental.com

LONDON TRADING POST All pillows are hand made and Tea Dyed.

3 sizes available, Mini, Medium and Large. www.londontradingpost.ca

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BERTS APPLIANCES GE Cafe 36” Built-In Deep-Recessed Edge-to-Edge Gas Cooktop. www.bertsappliances.ca

CAHILL’S Outdoor lifestyle clothing for men & women Jackets, vests, coats, hats, backpacks & footwear. www.cahills.ca

MARK’S Carhartt Long-Sleeve Logo T-Shirt and Arctic-Lined Overalls. www.marks.com

WATSON & LOU Over half our products are made in Peterborough & The Kawartha’s www.watsonandlou.com

LYNN ANNE HILL - ENERGY PRACTITIONER Transformative Treatment (30 minutes of Emotion Code and 60 minutes of Reiki) Value $115.00 for only $60.00. www.lynnannehill.com

DAYS INN & SUITES Take a holiday retreat at the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay!

Indoor pool & free breakfast! www.daysinnlindsay.com

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LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Canadian made chair by Dutailier. Featuring locking & reclining functions plus 100’s of colors to choose from. www.leonspeterborough.ca

LIFESTYLE HOME PRODUCTS FREE HOME INSPECTION - A great stocking stuffer gift certificate.

Lifestyle will inspect your windows, doors and/or roofing. www.lifestylesunrooms.com

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PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM & ARCHIVES Knee socks by Britt’s Knits; Ladies winter gloves & scarves by Harvest International Trading Ltd. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

GRIFFIN’S GREENHOUSES Winter Outdoor Arrangements – choices are numerous and designs are uniquely designed on site. www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

FRAMELAND - FRAME IT FOR U Thoughtful Framed Canvas Prints from $149.99 & Framed Original Art from $199 www.framelandframeitforu.com

PETERBOROUGH FARMERS’ MARKET Find one of a kind hand-crafted items for your loved ones at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market. www.peterboroughfarmersmarket.com

BRITISH EMPIRE FUELS For the person who has everything, we offer gift certificates for Home Fuel Deliveries or propane cylinder fills. www.britishempirefuels.com

LONDON TRADING POST 100% Superior British Wool, washable suede shoulder & elbow pads. Sizes: Small to triple XL. Superb Quality. www.londontradingpost.ca

OVERSTOCK LIQUIDATION Always a variety of toys, with ever-rotating stock for best selection. 3 new truckloads weekly at Overstock Liquidation! www.facebook.com/ShopOverstock.ca

AVANT-GARDEN SHOP Avant-Garden Shop, You can’t match our socks! www.avantgardenshop.com

PETERBOROUGH KIA 2018 Forte LX MT. Lease from $44 weekly at 0.99% for 60 months. $0 down & includes $1,000 Holiday Bonus. www.peterboroughkia.ca

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WATSON & LOU Give the gift of handmade www.watsonandlou.com

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LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Wash and dry 2 different loads simultaneously with the new Samsung Flex System Washing machine. www.leonspeterborough.ca

LOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY Pajama Sets for the whole family. Baby, adults, even your pet, the perfect set to keep everyone comfy & cozy. www.lockside.com

LONDON TRADING POST Ladies scarves: Best Quality Cashmere and Lamb’s Wool, Made in the UK. www.londontradingpost.ca

PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM & ARCHIVES Various wooden “vintage” game sets - perfect for road trips made by Kikkerland & CLS Imports Inc. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

ROVA’S OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Strahl Elegant Strength - Virtually unbreakable!

Stylish entertaining anywhere! www.rovapatio.com

KAWARTHA CANDLE COMPANY Not just candles, a great range of garden and home decor, also custom made gift baskets for all occasions! www.facebook.com/kawarthacandleco

FRAMELAND - FRAME IT FOR U Frameland has a gift for the collector in your life Avro Book $14.95. www.framelandframeitforu.com

GRIFFIN’S GREENHOUSES Custom Planters – Bring us your own pots/inserts and our design team with create fabulous outdoor arrangements. www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

13th Annual Christmas Customer Appreciation Day Grand Opening of Our Travel ‘n Style Boutique Wednesday, November 29th, 2017 from 12pm-3pm

Learn about our new groups for 2018/2019 and celebrate the holidays with us!

❖ Gems of the Danube with Prague River Cruise ❖ Ireland’s Cliffs and Castles ❖ Vietnam and Cambodia River Cruise ❖ Galapagos and Machu Picchu ❖ South Africa ❖ Douro River Cruise with Lisbon and Madrid

Check Out Our New Travel Boutique!

MARK’S Men’s Denver Hayes Sweaters. www.marks.com

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Travel Presentation: Collette Vacations - Oberammergau Passion Play from 12pm- 1pm

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SEATING IS LIMITED RSVP Tara at tara.stringer@marlintravel.ca or call our office at 705.748.6200

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DELECTABLE FINE FOODS Your Holiday Cheese Store and More! www.delectablefinefoods.ca

ROBYN’S NEST & LAKEFIELD FLOWERS 10% off all products and services at Robyn’s Nest for the Shop Local Gift Guide. www.robynsnestproductions.com

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Come check out the amazing prices on Samsung UHD TV’s.

We Guarantee lowest price! www.leonspeterborough.ca

LIFESTYLE HOME PRODUCTS NEW YEAR. NEW ENTRY DOOR! A lifetime, custom-made door from Lifestyle makes a very unique and lasting gift. www.lifestylesunrooms.com/our-products/doors

MARK’S Ladies’ FarWest Winter Cabin Sweaters. www.marks.com

LONDON TRADING POST NEW LINE - Ladies shawls: Authentic Irish Shawls and Sweaters, made from the Highest Quality Merino Wool, Made in Ireland. www.londontradingpost.ca

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes

ANGELS OF FLIGHT CANADA INC. Buy a unique gift for a loved one that will guide and support them during a medical event.

Lasts an entire year! www.angelsofflightcanada.com.com

ACADEMY THEATRE Special one-of-a-kind gift idea: buy a new seat at the Academy! $500 donation. www.academytheatre.ca

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WRD COTTAGE RENTAL AGENCY Weekly or two and three day winter packages available. www.ontariocottagerental.com

A-DIRECT LIMOUSINE SERVICES Airport transportation to Toronto Pearson from Peterborough $190 for two people.

Each additional person $20. 705-741-3444 www.adirectlimousine.com

BERTS APPLIANCES GE Café 30” Built-In French-Door Single Convection Wall Oven www.bertsappliances.ca

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OVERSTOCK LIQUIDATION Last minute luggage for that Christmas trip, find it at Overstock Liquidation. Three new truckloads weekly! www.facebook.com/ShopOverstock.ca

MARK’S Dakota Work Outerwear, Dakota Quilt-Lined Doeskin Work Shirt, and Viking Hi-Vis Work Vest. www.marks.com

LOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY Lockside’s Rustic Christmas décor will have you not wanting to leave your home this season with these favourites. www.lockside.com

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Canadian Made, Solid wood bunk-bed by Crate Furniture.

Choice of 4 colors with unlimited configurations. www.leonspeterborough.ca

GRIFFIN’S GREENHOUSES Christmas Accent Buffet – choices are numerous and colourful!

Choose by the piece; create arrangements for indoors or out. www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

LIFESTYLE HOME PRODUCTS A GIFT SANTA WILL LOVE - Quality metal roofing shingles installed by Lifestyle will give you a lifetime roof. www.lifestylesunrooms.com/our-products/metal-roofing

PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES OFFBITS are quirky characters made from upcycled bits & pieces, a great gift for the mechanically inclined! www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

LONDON TRADING POST Ladies Capes: Superior Quality-Made in Merino Wool and Quality British Wool. www.londontradingpost.ca

BERTS APPLIANCES GE Café 30” Built-In Double Convection Wall Oven. www.bertsappliances.ca

MARLIN TRAVEL - DAY TRIPS Pre register for upcoming day trips to Annie, Phantom of the Opera, Motown and the King and I coming in 2018. Contact tara.stringer@marlintravel.ca www.marlintravel.ca/travel-agencies/peterborough/peterborough-lansdowne-st-42574

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YOUR SHOP LOCAL GIFT GUIDE

PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES Laser cut pendant necklaces by Futa; beautifully handmade cuff bracelets + pendant necklaces by Giftologie. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Perfect for the in-laws!! This Comfy sectional with sofabed in a choice of 4 colors and reverse configuration. www.leonspeterborough.ca

ROVA’S OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Cabana Coast - Milcroft and Venice Complete 7 piece set special! www.rovapatio.com

PETERBOROUGH FARMERS’ MARKET Find one of a kind hand-crafted items for your loved ones at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market. www.peterboroughfarmersmarket.com

WRD COTTAGE RENTAL AGENCY Weekly or two and three day winter packages available. www.ontariocottagerental.com

BERTS APPLIANCES GE Café—LifeStyle GE Black Slate Kitchen. www.bertsappliances.ca

OK TIRE Give the gift of Safety from OK TIRE Your Winter Tire Specialists. www.oktire.com

DAYS INN & SUITES Friends & family visiting for the Holidays?

Send them to the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay! www.daysinnlindsay.com

LOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY Furniture, Home Décor, Lighting & more! Let Lockside help you get your home looking the way you dream it to be. www.lockside.com

FRAMELAND - FRAME IT FOR U Frameland carries beautiful Tea Cups for $19.99 & Coffee Cups for $12.99. www.framelandframeitforu.com

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OASIS BOUTIQUE Walton Wood Farm products, clothing & jewelry made in Canada. Handbags and wallets. Manicure & pedicures available by appointment www.oasisboutique.ca

MARK’S Men’s WindRiver Flannel Shirts. www.marks.com

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A-DIRECT LIMOUSINE SERVICES Airport transportation for Madoc, Belleville, Campbellford, Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes & Bancroft.

From $205 for 2 people. 705-741-3444 www.adirectlimousine.com

GRIFFIN’S GREENHOUSES The Grinch Workshop – make a “Grinch Tree” indoor arrangement. Various dates or book a private session with friends. www.griffinsgreenhouses.com/workshops-seminars

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Trendy accent cabinets and Industrial meets rustic table.

Features a solid wood top and functional locking wheels. www.leonspeterborough.ca

KAWARTHA COFFEE CO. Great Stocking stuffers! Stop by KCC and pick up a gift certificate! Great for teachers, parents and more! www.kawarthacoffee.com

MARK’S Ladies’ Denver Hayes Pajamas. www.marks.com

LIFESTYLE HOME PRODUCTS WINTER WONDERLAND - Soak up the sun in a 3 or 4 season sunroom. Early spring installation from Lifestyle. www.lifestylesunrooms.com/our-products/sunrooms

ACADEMY THEATRE Always popular are our Diners’ Cards for restaurant discounts. $25 www.academytheatre.ca

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LONDON TRADING POST British Goodies. All made in the U.K! Cadbury’s chocolate, Walker’s crisps, Bisto Gravy, and tons of English toffees. www.londontradingpost.ca

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PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES Ladies winter gloves by Britt’s Knits; various beaded coin purses by Great In International; flocked mice figures from Indaba. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

DOMINION LENDING CENTRES Moving? Renewing? Refinancing? Reach out today to see if I can save you money to meet your #2018GOALS! www.cassandracomeau.ca

LEON’S PETERBOROUGH Canadian Made, solid wood, choice of color & size!! Check out our solid wood collections from Vokes, Ruffsawn & Munro’s! www.leonspeterborough.ca

BRITISH EMPIRE FUELS For the person who has everything, we offer gift certificates for Home Fuel Deliveries or propane cylinder fills. www.britishempirefuels.com

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Santa in this Issue of Cottage Country Last year we introduced you to Santa Paul Hillier who answered the call to portray Santa Claus here in the Kawarthas. We are thrilled to share his beautiful face and his twinkling blue eyes (and yes they really do twinkle!) on the cover and inside of this special holiday issue.

Santa Paul always remains in character when wearing "his happy red suit" as he portrays the jolly old St Nick.

For those looking for Santa for a holiday party or event, the Elves tell me he has a very precious few booking dates left available.

You won't want to miss the Free Selfie with Santa Day event, being held at Mark's on Lansdowne Street on December the 8th.

Santa Paul will be there sharing the joy with kids of all ages.

To learn more about Santa Paul go to www.santapaulhillier.com HO HO HO! Merry Christmas Cottage Country!

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Celebrating Local Makers It’s that time of year where everyone starts making lists and scheming the perfect surprises for their loved ones. We know some of the most thoughtful gifts are one of a kind.

Think of your grandmother’s eyes lighting up as she opens something unique and useful by a local artisan, or something beautiful you made with your own two hands.

Watson & Lou is a new gift boutique in Downtown Peterborough that features contemporary, light-hearted home decor, and a wide range of gift items including ceramics, knitwear, prints, baby

accessories, textiles, housewares, and fine art. With everything from stained glass Canadiana to do-it-yourself crafting kits, you’ll surely find something meaningful even for the person who has everything.

Owners Erin Watson and Anna Eidt met as top five competitors in last year’s Win This Space competition and combined their business plans to provide a multi-use creative hub. Watson&Lou is more than a gift shop: it provides a platform for local makers to share their work with a wider audience while refining and growing their practice. At the back of the shop, a shared studio space with various amenities and flexible rates allows freelancers, makers, and artists to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, while monthly maker meetings provide a platform for skills sharing.

Feeling creative? On evenings and weekends, the studio space transforms into a workshop and event venue offering new skills, fun times, and beautiful things for your home. Upcoming events include Holiday Card Collage Making, All Natural Winter Wreaths, a “Tier it Yourself” Dessert Stand Workshop, Gingerbread Decorating Competition, and a Vintage + Made in Canada Pop Up. Buy workshop tickets or book your private event at watsonandlou.com.

Watson&Lou watsonandlou.com 383 Water St., Peterborough 705-775-7568 Advertisement

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Overstock Liquidation

Supporting People with Disabilities Overstock Liquidation in Lakefield is proud to support individuals with disabilities. After prompting by her employees, Sheryl agreed to speak about the story behind Overstock’s conception. The idea for opening

the store came about when considering what their son would do after he finished school at 21, Quinten has an intellectual disability. “It’s important for people to realize how valuable people with disabilities really are. They are part of the community". It benefits everyone when they are working and being productive in the community, says Over.

Quinten say's “Working at Overstock helps me to build skills. I like to work with my coworkers. It’s fun to work in a happy environment.”

With four employees with special needs, Sheryl has created an inclusive workplace where everyone is able to work at a pace that suites their needs and creates a sense of accomplishment. Brandon who has been working at Overstock for quite some time says “I like working here because it is like a second family to me, not only is it a second family but it has helped me over time with my strengths. Overstock is a friendly environment and a happy place to work.” Heather, another employee says “Overstock gives me work experience and the staff treat you as family. By having a job, I am gaining independence.”

Working at Overstock helps me with my self-esteem. The staff are easy to work with and I am gaining work experience” Says Haley another employee.

Sheryl stresses that more business need to consider making such a difference in someone’s life, as everyone deserves the chance to feel productive and useful. Sheryl also concedes that training employees with special needs takes longer, but the payoff for the business and owner is that you have a long-term; sometimes life-long employee.

Overstock liquidation takes pride in making great strides to support people with disabilities within our community.

Overstock Liquidation www.overstock.com (705) 652-0660

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Reflecting on the Year Past & Preparing for the One to Come

It is fitting that the holiday season comes at the end of the year. Year's end is the time when people look back on the year just past and get ready for the year to come. It is no accident that New Year's resolutions are so popular - the holiday season is the perfect time to take stock of your life, assess where you have been and think about where you are going.

This year, why not take a break from the egg nog and Christmas carols and do a bit of self-reflection? You do not have to do a deep psychological analysis - just reflecting on the year you have just lived through is enough to get you started. Think about your biggest accomplishments during the year, but spend a few minutes thinking about your biggest regrets as well. Knowing where you are coming from will make it easier to make those New Year's resolutions and move on to bigger and better things in the year to come.

You can also spend the post-holiday season reflecting on yourself and your family. You no doubt loved the presents you received and enjoyed the shopping you did, but did you spend enough time with your family members? Often the best gift we can give is the gift of ourselves. Those presents cannot be bought in any store, but they are truly priceless.

The holiday season is the perfect time for self-reflection and self-analysis. This year, why not take some time to think about where you have been in the year just past, where you hope to go in the year just starting and how you plan to make the journey?

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A Gift

for the Whole Family Often the financial burden of owning a cottage causes more stress and worry than the amount of time spent relaxing at the cottage is worth. When you consider taxes, running costs, maintenance and upkeep, as well as mortgage and loan payments, a cottage can end up being a huge drain on finances. Thankfully there is a much less costly alternative – cottage resort living.

Canadian cottage life – a cute little cottage nestled away in a forested area with a few neighbors and breathtaking views of a lake. All cottages come with shingled rooftops, low-maintenance vinyl siding and windows, and are fully furnished throughout including appliances, window treatments, air-conditioning and choice of tasteful décor.

Don't wait until next year to buy the cottage you've always dreamed of at one of eight Great Blue Resort locations in Niagara, Muskoka, the Kawarthas, Prince Edward County, and Perth. For a limited time, save up to $3,000* off select models of brand new cottages!

Or take advantage of one of Great Blue Resorts pre-owned options (limited availability) from as low as $69,900 plus tax with outright ownership. Each Great Blue Resort property features its own unique all-inclusive carefree lifestyle that the whole family can enjoy. So beat the spring rush, and save 50% off resort management fees for The beauty of outright recreational cottage ownership with Great next year.

Blue Resorts is a much more desirable option for many when compared with having timeshare or fractional ownership. You When you see all that’s included, ask yourself, where can you don’t have to share your cottage, and can still manage affordable spend less money while having the time of your life creating family monthly payments. Access to recreational facilities and assistance memories that will last forever? Recreational cottage ownership is with maintenance means your family gets to spend more time an option that can make your family getaway dreams come true! enjoying themselves and less time working on the upkeep of the Great Blue Resorts property. www.greatblueresorts.com Advertisement These cottages are very close to how one might imagine traditional So what exactly is a recreational cottage? It is maintenance-free cottage ownership that includes all of the amenities of being at a resort. You’ll still have your own private little cottage where you can enjoy all of the traditional cottage pastimes but you will also enjoy the all-inclusive extras like full family entertainment, a heated salt water pool, multi-sports court, playground, recreational pavilion, daily kids club activities, special event nights, splash pads, paddle boards, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, boating, swimming and more.

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Those Were The Days

“It Was A Very Good Year”

Lush green leaves surrendered to Autumn altering their colours to orange then brown, only to lose their grip and tumble hapharzardly to the ground abandonning baren tree trunks and branches silhouetted against the dusk of an early evening sky.

It is a happy/sad time of year, scenery blending all of nature into one massive canvas but also a time to let us know summer has run it’s yearly lifespan. It is a time when September gives way to October, when turkey and stuffing decorated our dinner tables as we give thanks for the blessings received and for some, thankful for simply surviving another year.

Goblins and ghosts, spacemen and angels end the month, children in costume scurried from house to house in search of their Halloween treats, or tricks as the case may be.

In November thousands of veterans and grateful citizens gathered at various cenotaphs across Canada remembering those who gave their all in defense of our freedoms. We honoured with deep respect those who marched slowly or sat feebly with teary eyes that mirrored the horrors they once endured.

And then December, the month we celebrate Christmas, to me the most important and significant day in all of our calendar. It is a time when people all around the world open their hearts and pocket books to help those less fortunate than themselves. It is a time when strangers greet total strangers with handshakes and tidings of good cheer. It is a time when Christians celebrate the birth of a Babe in a manger, a time when a jolly old man in a red suit brings laughter to so many children, a time when giving is much more appreciated than receiving. It is a time of jingle bells, ribbons and bows, presents wrapped in red and green, Christmas carols and trees lit with a rainbow of lights and shiny silver tinsel. It is a time when “peace on Earth good will toward men” actually means something. It is a time when all faiths of the world embrace those words in solemn prayer.

Since snow is just over the horizon I can not help but think of the days of my youth. Fluffy flakes fell in slow motion to the already white covered ground. The one bulb street light shone a triagular glow over Salvation Army members playing brass instruments while a small chorus of carollers could be heard serenading our neighbourhood, many of us standing on our front porch bundled in scarf and touque enjoying every hymn. I will always remember Dad hoisting me on his shoulders so I could gently place the angel on the upper most branch of our fully decorated tree. The world has changed over the past many decades, not always for the good but the spirit of Christmas will live on forever.

From my house to yours, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New year.

By Russ Sanders - epigram@nexicom.net

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Something Special Has Arrived in the Heart of Bobcaygeon!

Since 1988 London Trading has been a retailer and manufacturer of a line of British and British inspired products aimed at the Country Lady and Gentleman. Using traditional Tweed (made in Great Britain only... please do not confuse it with inferior "offshore" wools and wool mixes!) to make a superior garment suitable for the rigours of the Canadian climate and always offering value for money; in short, genuinely authentic.

washable and breathable product making them ideal for travelling and walking. A brand new shipment of Pirate coats (including the new plated coats) has just arrived from the North of England, also the fabulous new handmade exclusive Egality jacket in top quality velvet. There's even Tattersall and Houndstooth shirts in cotton or polycotton and a truly amazing range of winter boots that are ultra light and rated to -70c.

After extensive renovations, owners Rick and Sharon have relocated to a new store at 3 King St E, Bobcaygeon, which is now open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm (closed Mondays). This store specializes in the Classic Country lifestyle and appeals to dog people, horse people, cottagers, and anyone spending time out of doors summer or winter. Items stocked are mens/ladies Harris Tweed classics, waxed and oiled jackets in exclusive designs, the very best wool sweaters from England and Ireland and, now, the Churchill Pea Coat (handmade in England and bearing the great man's name!)

London Trading has quite a selection of ladies and men's hats too, some made of Harris Tweed and some made of Fine Wool. Much of the head wear is hi-tech waterproof and many hats are made in pure cottons. The handmade hats are created on the premises

by Sharon and include elegant fancy hats for weddings. For the gentlemen, there are traditional Harris Flat Caps as well as South African-made and Australian-made Barmah hats.

Also available are waterproof jackets constructed in hi-tech fabrics like Tactel and unique polyurethane-finished cottons to produce a

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And don't forget the wide range of British foods such as toffees, Cadbury's, Flakes, and more!

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The Best Performance in Windows A Look at Vinyl, Hardware and Glass

Lifestyle Home Products manufactures superior CSA-certified, Energy Star-validated and Harmonized-tested replacement windows. Based in Peterborough, the company manufactures windows in myriad of shapes and styles. Here are the key components that have Lifestyle taking the lead: 1. Vinyl Frame The thicker and heavier each vinyl frame, the longer it will last. Lifestyle boasts a .075” thick wall constructed with Pure Virgin Powder and uPVC sun resistant agents.

2. North American Made Roto™ Hardware Lifestyle is committed to its guarantee as a company that does not use offshore parts. Roto hardware ensures a better window system that will last longer and ensure ease of operation. It adds to the aesthetic styling, quality performance, and optimal functionality of Lifestyle windows.

3. Exceptional Glass Package Lifestyle offers three superior glass packages to suit individual needs. Each offers Hi Performance Low-E glass, either Argon or Krypton Gas to stop heat transfer, combined with a “super spacer” seal to prevent condensation, mold and heat transfer. Lifestyle windows block up to 90% of harmful UV rays. They also guarantee R values of up to 10 – as good as some walls in your home.

A Lifetime Warranty and Peace of Mind Lifestyle is so confident in its windows and installation experts that they guarantee that your window installation will last a lifetime. The economical price is the added benefit. Lifestyle eliminates the middleman price by manufacturing and selling its own premium vinyl replacement windows to you at factory prices. You can have your present windows inspected, with new windows measured, manufactured and installed without leaving the comfort of your home.

Contact Lifestyle Home Products for a free quote at 1-800-465-0593 or LifestyleHomeProducts.ca. Lifestyle makes Canadian sunrooms, windows and doors at 944 Crawford Drive in Peterborough. Lifestyle also supplies quality metal roofing shingles and outdoor awnings. Stop by their factory showroom today.

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Perfect Holiday Latte Recipes Christmas-themed lattes can be found in many coffee shops during the holiday season, but rather than spending money on a shop-bought latte, you can easily make one at home to enjoy alone or share with friends.

Gingerbread Latte

For a gingerbread latte, many will suggest adding gingerbreadflavoured syrup to the espresso. However, you can create your own gingerbread latte without the syrup! Simply combine two tablespoons of boiling water with two teaspoons of sugar, one teaspoon of ground ginger and a couple of drops of vanilla extract, and mix well until the sugar begins to dissolve. Add two shots of espresso and stir again, then follow with the steamed milk. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with ground nutmeg before serving.

Spiced Latte

To make a latte spiced with the flavours of Christmas, simply mix half a teaspoon of cinnamon, half a teaspoon of nutmeg and half a teaspoon of ginger with a teaspoon of sugar, place into a mug and add two shots of espresso. Stir well before adding the steamed milk and topping with whipped cream.

Sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and nutmeg over the top of the cream and serve.

Eggnog Latte

It is advisable to buy premixed eggnog to create an eggnog latte. Place two shots of espresso in your mug or cup and add a shot of rum or bourbon. Mix half a cup of eggnog with your regular amount of milk and steam as you normally would, before adding the eggnog-milk mixture. Top the latte with whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg and cinnamon.

Peppermint Latte With a peppermint latte you can choose to use peppermint syrup, but for a more Christmassy feel, crème de menthe or peppermint schnapps can work just as well. Simply add a shot of whichever peppermint flavouring you have chosen to the milk before steaming. Add the mint-milk mixture to two shots of espresso and top with whipped cream. Grate some dark chocolate on top and serve.

All of these recipes can help put you in the festive mood and add a bit of warmth to your life. Coffee is always best when shared with friends, so why not ask your neighbours round and tempt them with your new latte recipes? They would go perfectly with some Christmas cookies and festive cheer.

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Can Bring Your Family Together This year, why not try something new? A homemade gift is always a welcome change from the same old mass-produced merchandise, and a personalized gift with a long family history is even better.

Chances are you have some great cooks in your family, so why not create a oneof-a-kind gift everyone will cherish for years to come? A family cookbook is a great holiday gift, one that is personal, practical and eminently affordable.

The widespread availability of home printing technology has made creating your own family heirloom cookbook easier than ever before. All you need is a quality printer, some basic binding supplies and some spare time.

If you prefer, you can go one step further, having your family heirloom cookbook professionally bound. Whether you choose a local supplier or have the work done online, you will end up with a gift you can be proud of.

A cookbook filled with family heirloom recipes is a great gift for the holiday season, but you need to act fast. You will need plenty of time to solicit those favorite recipes, and more time to add photographs,

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matter of adding photographs and artwork, printing the recipes and binding There are plenty of ways to start your them into a spectacular bookstore-quality family heirloom cookbook, but setting cookbook. up an email chain or social media site is a great place to begin. Just ask everyone in By the time the holiday season rolls the family to submit one or two favorite around, you will have a gift that is worthy recipes, then compile those submissions of the name. Instead of buying the same old stuff for those who may not need or as you go. want the items, you will have created a Once you have a contribution from treasured family heirloom, a book filled everyone in the family, you can sort the with recipes that have been handed down recipes into appetizers, main dishes, from one generation to the next. You will desserts and any other applicable be giving a cookbook, but you will also be categories. From there, it is simply a giving a precious gift to the future. quotes and detailed instructions.

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Holiday Cocktails

Christmas and New Years are stressful. There are wreaths to hang, gifts to buy, trees to decorate, and events to attend. The last thing you want to worry about is what beverage to serve at your holiday bash. Fortunately, there are easy-to-make, festive Christmas cocktails, based on standard ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, that you can prepare in minutes. Grab your measuring cups and your favorite punch bowl, and let’s get mixing!

Pa-Rum-Pum-Pum Punch

This recipe scales easily for a small get-together or a large crowd, and you can make it family-friendly by omitting the rum. Adding sherbet to your cocktails might seem crazy, but soon you'll be hooked on the frothy texture.

• 1 package cranberry cocktail concentrate (frozen) • 1 package orange juice concentrate (frozen) • 8 cups (2 liters) lemon-lime soda (Sprite, 7Up or store brand) • 1 cup white rum • 1-pint raspberry sherbet • 2 oranges, sliced • Pinch of ground nutmeg Combine all ingredients from cranberry cocktail to raspberry sherbet and stir thoroughly. To serve, pour into a glass and garnish with a slice of orange sprinkled with nutmeg. Serves 10.

Eggnog Latte Martini

If this holiday favorite already fuels your mornings, incorporating the rich flavor of an eggnog latte into your evening will make your day doubly-delicious. Health-conscious drinkers can use a light or plantbased eggnog to reduce the calories and fat in this recipe.

• 1 cup eggnog (non-alcoholic) • ½ cup cold brew coffee • ½ cup vanilla vodka • Ice cubes • Pinch of ground cinnamon Combine all liquids with ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake and strain into two martini glasses, then garnish with a pinch of cinnamon.

Serves two.

Santa's Sangria

This easy sangria recipe is a great way to use up that sweet red wine that's been sitting on your wine rack for months. It's full of winter's best fruits, so that means it's practically healthy!

• 1 bottle sweet red wine • 1 bottle sparkling apple cider • ¼ cup brandy • 2 mandarin oranges, thinly sliced • 2 sweet apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced (Fuji or Gala apples work well) • 1 pear, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced • Seeds of 1 pomegranate • 1 cup frozen cranberries Combine all ingredients from red wine to pomegranate seeds in a pitcher and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Add frozen cranberries immediately before serving. Serves 10.

Many people look forward to holiday celebrations and the beverages that go along with them. These three drinks are sure to be a hit at every party, and they're so delicious that you might be tempted to overindulge. Remember to drink responsibly, so that you can have a happy and healthy holiday season!

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Hanging Your Christmas Lights Like a Pro The festive season is just around the corner, if time allows – hang your lights now. Warmer weather makes what can be a detailed and tedious task much easier, and you don’t have to fight the snow and frigid temperatures.

WHERE: Determine your layout and design. Measure the total length required and compare this to the stock of lights that you have on hand, top up if needed.

TIP: Untangle each string of lights you plan to use. Lay them out and test them all prior to hanging. Most replacement bulbs are available at your local hardware store.

POWER: Determine your power source. Most homes have exterior GFCI outlets which should be your first choice. Start with a timer or at minimum a surge protected power bar, for safety.

TOOLS: The most important item is a safe ladder, and one that is appropriate for the areas you plan to decorate. Gloves and safety glasses are always a good idea.

MOUNTING CLIPS: There are many types of mounting clips available. All-in-one clips typically work for most applications such as the eaves trough or shingles. Always have extra clips. They are usually plastic and break easily, especially when cold.

Start by installing 10-20 feet of clips, then follow behind with the light strings. Install one length at a time, and connect later, it’s simply easier.

Continue until all areas are complete and do a test run. Adjust the spacing and look for a balanced design.

SPECIAL EFFECTS: Flood lights and special effect lights are also very popular and can really complete the look.

Animated and inflatable decorations are also a big hit, and should run from a separate power source if possible.

SAFETY TIP: If you are using regular bulbs, make sure that they are not in contact with anything flammable.

Once everything is complete, stand back, smile, and remember the enjoyment that your family and friends receive from your artistic efforts.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday season!

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Winter Planters & Pots with Vikki

Who knows what weather the start to the Winter season will have? To ensure you are not outdoors creating your winter planters amid snow storms and freezing temperatures, we suggest your outdoor winter decor be completed as soon as the calendar has respectfully passed Remembrance Day. To prepare the pots, cut all remaining plant material off at soil level. Leave the roots and moist soil right in your pots (make sure they are pots that are “winter proof”). This will form the base to push in the evergreen boughs. Use a generous amount of evergreen boughs (pine, cedar, balsam and/or spruce) at various lengths to form a pleasing base and then add height to the arrangement with red dogwood or birch branches. Accents fill in the body and can be natural accents like dried hydrangea blooms, pinecones, sumac, sedum heads (use spray paint to bump up the colour, if you wish) or decor accents that you purchase (shiny balls, wicker shapes, bows and the like). Be creative and have fun with your choices!

Do remember that these arrangements can last throughout the entire winter so wire distinctly holiday accents to a stick that you can cut out once the festivities are over. While stars, pinecones and birch branches look winter-y, shiny red balls, gauzy bows and Santa faces look dated and out of place in February. Make your arrangements full and lush so when you cut out the seasonal accents you are not left with large holes.

The Canadian outdoors is Mother Nature’s Cooler, so you do not need to water your outdoor arrangements unless we hit a really warm spell mid November and your evergreens look dry. Usually though, the moist air is more than sufficient to keep everything fresh and lovely from November to March.

By Vikki Whitney Owner of Griffins Greenhouses www.griffinsgreenhouses.com, 705-652-8638 or 1-877-647-4334

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Christmas Gift Ideas for Elderly Loved Ones As the holiday season approaches, you might be wondering what gifts to buy elderly loved ones. In many cases, these individuals already have everything they need, so finding something that is sure to bring a smile to their faces might be difficult. Here are several wonderful Christmas gift ideas:

The Gift of Time

Truly the best gift of all is the gift of time spent with you. Many of today's elderly are lonely and homebound. Coming to visit for several hours for an afternoon of conversation is perhaps the best gift you can ever give. If you don't have the time to visit yourself, perhaps someone in your immediate family can take your place. If you do have the time, consider visiting living relatives once each week during the holiday season to help ward off thoughts of loved ones who are no longer living.

The Gift of Senior Care Services

Many of today's seniors find themselves with inadequate financial resources as well as limited mobility. Arranging for an hour of help from experienced caregivers each week is a thoughtful gift that would probably mean more than anything you could buy in a store.

Lots of different services are offered, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship. Even if you cannot afford to provide this special gift for an entire year, why not consider doing so for as long as you can?

The Gift of Senior-Friendly Items

As people age, dexterity and mobility are often diminished. Each of the following items is designed for ease of use: • Remote controllers with oversized buttons • Weighted forks, knives, and spoons • Lights that turn on and off with tapping • Large-print magazines, crossword puzzles, and books

The Gift of Comfort Items

While many seniors have what they need to perform daily tasks, comfort items are often appreciated. You might want to gift one or more of the following items during the holiday season: • Hand and foot creams and lotions • Sugar-free candies and cookies • Scented soaps • Lap blankets for the car or armchair

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Your Destination Experts

Mary LaRocque loves sharing her passion for travelling with others. She has been the owner of Marlin Travel for the past 13 years, and has been in the travel business for the past 33 years. Marlin Travel is a full service travel agency which focuses on customized group and individual tours, destination weddings/honeymoons and river cruises.

Travel has even chartered a private yacht to do the Galapagos on Celebrity Cruises with a fabulous add on to Machu Picchu and Peru. Can’t get away for long? Marlin day trips to Mirvish Theatre and Wine Tours to Prince Edward County are fabulous for those that want to just get away for the day. Gift Certificates are always a hit.

Especially for travel.

Marlin Travel’s group tours include trips to South Africa, Kenya, Ireland, Italy, Vietnam and Cambodia, Iceland and the Galapagos and Machu Picchu. The more exotic trips to the Mekong and destinations farther afield are gaining in popularity.

“The appeal of going on a group tour is that travellers can take advantage of fabulous pricing and pay one price which includes everything – meals, accommodation and sightseeing as well as being escorted right from Peterborough.” says Mary, recently voted Reader’s Choice for Best Travel Agent in 2017.

2018 tours will see groups travelling to Iceland, Gems of the Danube with Prague on Scenic River Cruises and a Taste of Bordeaux France with AMA waterways.

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Marlin Travel has an incredible team of travel professionals with first-hand knowledge of many destinations. Carrie Lofkrantz, Jayne Mandic and Tara Stringer are our resident experts on river cruises and customized tours. Tracy Gaudreau is our destination wedding and honeymoon expert.

Mary and her team of travel advisors are here to help you plan your ultimate dream vacation. Come in an experience the Marlin Travel difference today!

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“River cruises are one of the fastest growing segments of the travel industry. You can experience your destination on a small intimate ship, with high quality food, wines and shore excursions,” Says LaRocque.

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Take Control of Your Health Data For TV watchers, even though you’re skeptical about what you see on the tube, you might be able to relate to this. How often have you watched a scene where someone is taken to a hospital in serious condition? A friend or relative is asked “what can you tell me about him/her”? While the answers will vary, they seldom can offer anything helpful. A frequent response from the doctor is “I’m sorry but there’s nothing I can do”.

We live in a time where the unexpected can happen without warning. No one is immune to becoming a victim. It will be paramount for you to not only be readily identified but your medical needs promptly met because your health history is immediately available to caregivers.

You need and deserve the ability to control your health information for the very time you need it. Enabling timely access to your health history data is vitally important to you and the clinicians who will Imagine what would happen while you’re vacationing half way make decisions about your care. The more information they have, around the world and you have a medical crisis. Being involved in the better your chances are for a positive outcome. It’s just that an accident, some other event, or becoming ill could easily happen. simple.

Now your situation has become far more complicated than you ever Before an event unexpectedly lands on your door step, making imagined. arrangements to help identify you, save crucial time, provide your Time is probably the most crucial factor when a medical event health history and other vital data is truly in your best interest. occurs. Take a moment to think about how important your health Angels of Flight Canada, now in its 30th year, together with its history would be to a healthcare provider who is a complete stranger Global 911 International service understands the benefits of to you and worse yet, how they might manage if you’re unable to accessing medical data right away, anywhere, anytime. speak for yourself. Not having the benefit of your medical history can pose serious challenges and could even delay your treatment. By Gail Courneyea To know you’re in good health is useful. But far more urgently, if Angels of Flight Canada Inc. Advertisement you are receiving treatment that includes prescription medications www.angelsofflightcanada.com or have a health history, your caregiver needs to know the details.

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Community Care Health & Care Network That’s always been the philosophy of the Community Care Health & Care Network’s Hospice Services and the organization’s grief support programs. It’s a simple belief at the core of the wide range of services available to local residents. Since grief is natural and necessary, and must be dealt with when loss of a loved one is experienced, Community Care in the City of Kawartha Lakes offers a range of programs to help “ease the journey” after death of a loved one. Grief support is offered through individual and group programs and is available for all ages.

Each year, Hospice grief support programs assist many local residents through their loss. The organization offers a range of resources and information for anyone to access, and assistance with connecting to the services needed when loss is experienced.

The event of entertainment and fundraising will feature more than 75 designer handbags and unique gift packages to be bid upon in live and silent auctions. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, sweet treats and scrumptious desserts will be accompanied by high energy music and entertainment featuring Layne, “The Auctionista.”

Handbags for Hospice will be at the Admiral Inn, Lindsay. Tickets go on sale in November at Cathy Allan Ladieswear in Lindsay, Bigley Shoes & Clothing in Bobcaygeon, and The Kawartha Store in Fenelon Falls. Tickets are $50/person and include a complimentary cocktail, hors d’oeuvres by Konstantine’s restaurant and entry into a draw for a designer handbag.

During the evening, patrons will hear about Hospice goals for the coming year – to recruit and train 20 new individuals as grief guides or palliative care volunteers.

Grief guides help clients who Community Care does have experienced a loss, and not receive any sustaining palliative care volunteers work government funding for with individuals at the end grief support, however. In order to continue offering such services at no cost to the public, stage of life, as well as family members. A special “Fund-A-Need” the organization relies upon the generosity of individual donors, solicitation during the event will give supporters the opportunity corporate sponsors and significant fundraising efforts throughout to donate to the specific recruitment efforts. the year. The organization’s signature fundraising event for such services returns Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 – the third annual Handbags Community Care Hospice Services 2 Kent St. W., Lindsay 1-800-461-0327 www.ccckl.ca for Hospice Charity Auction will generate funds for grief support.

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Home Made

Dog Biscuits

• 1 Beef or Chicken Bouillion Cube • 1/2 Cup Boiling Water • 2 1/2 Cups Flour • 1 Teaspoon of Salt • 1 Egg Mix the Bouillion Cube in boiling water in a mixing bowl until dissolved.

Add 1 beaten egg and then add the remaining ingredients.

Mix until blended - Do not over-mix.

Add the dough to a floured cutting board and roll out dough. Cut with dog bone shaped cookie cutter.

Place a rack on a cookie sheet and place biscuits on the rack.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Dr. Terry’s Zoo December and winter have arrived and before we know it Santa will be at the door. Our nine best friends have set forth a plethora of requests. Toadie, our handsome red feline, and his sister Mole had requested that Mitzy and Turtle (arch enemies) be banned from their home and take up residence in our garage. Santa said “Mostly No!” Onion Sauce our portly puss has requested a year’s supply of turkey Temptations. Spinnaker and Chili Pepper, our two bed hog dogs, have petitioned for new down pillows. Amigo Habernero, our Cuban import, is again doing his Rudolph impersonation by scaling the garage roof to gain access to his favorite lookout to see who has been naughty or nice.

On a more serious note, Christmas can be a source of problems for our four-legged friends. Every holiday a number of pets visit the emergency room. Chocolate is one of the top Christmas goodies that can lead to gastrointestinal problems and severe neurological effects. Dark chocolate and Baker’s Chocolate are the most toxic. Pointsettia sap can cause skin and mouth irritation and vomiting. The berries of mistletoe and holly plants are poisonous. Tinsel is very attractive to cats and if ingested could lead to an intestinal obstruction. Candles should be placed in a hard to reach spot to save your pet from a serious burn.

Christi and I are off to Cuba again this month with a sack full of veterinary goodies for all of the good dogs and cats in Varadero. May Santa be good to four-legged friends everywhere. A very Merry Christmas from the Doctors and staff at Parkhill Animal Hospital and our nine best friends.

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Carl Hester Wows the Crowd Olympic Dressage Gold Medallist

Over 1,200 spectators filled beautiful Caledon Equestrian Park Arena in October for a two-day masterclass hosted by British Olympic gold medallist Carl Hester.

Spectators travelled from as far away as Nova Scotia and British Columbia for the opportunity to learn from one of the world’s best rider and trainer.

Carl Hester is a popular five-time British Olympian who has spent nearly three decades on the international dressage scene. At the Rio Olympics in 2016, he won Team silver aboard the 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding Nip Tuck (stable name Barney) and also trained the entire British Olympic team of Charlotte Dujardin, Spencer Wilton, Fiona Bigwood. He is the owner and trainer of Charlotte's legendary mount Valegro, who won individual Olympic gold in both Rio and London in 2016.

The final rider of day at Caledon Equestrian Park was Peterborough’s own Jaimey Irwin of Stoney Lake Equestrian, aboard his upperlevel dressage horse Donegal V. The pair wowed the crowd with their ease in the Grand Prix movements as they worked on high level transitions from piaffe to passage and flying changes. Jaimey’s wife Tina rode on day 2 with her very talented 5 year old mare Simsalabim. Carl was very impressed, saying several times that “he'd like to take her home”.

The masterclass days were busy, with In his own Olympic debut in 1992, Carl was demonstrations by Rebecca Edwards of the youngest-ever British rider to compete England as well as 9 horse/rider sessions each in an Olympic Games. He is a multi-medallist day. These included two Canadian Olympians at European and World Championships, was and a pair of Pan Am Games medallists, as part of London 2012's historic team gold well as a selection of talented horses from the effort riding Uthopia, and has over 50 Grand FEI Four-Year-Old level to Grand Prix.

Prix wins and eight national championships under his belt. In April of 2017 Carl and Nip Cottage Country Connection Magazine is Tuck placed third in the prestigious FEI World proud to be part of the accredited media at this Cup Dressage Finals in Omaha, Nebraska. He prestigious event. was awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2013 by Her Majesty Kelly Welsh the Queen for his service to equestrian sport. Photo Credit Karie Alderman

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Let the Fun Begin with the New Kia Rio! One of the most anticipated Kia vehicles for the 2018 model year, the cylinder engine for the first time, improving the driving dynamics as all-new Kia Rio definitely stands out. It’s not surprising that the all-new well as fuel efficiency and CO2.

Rio is already gaining widespread attention in the subcompact market.

Able to deliver exceptional power and torque, the turbocharged Rio is ever-more capable of maneuvering, making a long commute or weekend road trip all the more pleasant. And with seats that fold down, the hatchback offers more cargo space.

The upgraded Rio comes with a level of comfort and convenience unexpected in a subcompact model. Larger dimensions and wheelbase, combined with a low profile center console on the inside, give it the roomiest cabin in its class.

Rio’s solid structure makes use of advanced high-strength steel to increase durability and torsional stiffness for improved handling and ride quality as well as collision protection.

Making its debut earlier this year, and slightly larger in size over the previous generation, the Rio’s new look is emphasized by the stretched thin and wide tiger nose grille. The vertical side vents and the sporty headlights at the front accentuate its stance, giving it a bolder look.

And for the first time the Rio offers optional Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), a system that detects obstacles and automatically applies the brakes to avoid accidents. Standard safety features include six airbags, side-impact door beams, a four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC).

Ideally suited to urban driving, the new Rio has become decidedly The all-new 2018 Rio is a most reliable driving companion, especially if more sophisticated and athletic for driver enjoyment. The little Rio you are looking for a versatile subcompact with a well-tuned combination has always been compact enough for urban parking on crowded of style, safety and affordability. Let the fun begin with Kia Rio! streets, and so is the redesigned Rio. Submitted by Lynn Hill, Vice President, Peterborough Kia This latest Rio is equipped with a 130 horsepower 1.6-liter four- www.PeterboroughKia.ca Advertisement

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Local Clare Hayes & his Road Horse Impressive WIN BIG at the 2017 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair takes place every November in the City of Toronto.

It celebrates the best in agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions from across the country. Whether a visitor or an exhibitor, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is jam-packed with home-grown fun and the best in local food and animal entertainment.

The Royal is the largest combined indoor agricultural fair and international equestrian competition in the world. It is where Canadian and international breeders, growers and exhibitors are declared champions and where hundreds of thousands of attendees come to learn, compete, shop and have a great time with friends and family.

Local competitor Clare Hayes and his Standardbred former race horse “Impressive” took the top awards in two Road Horse classes during the 2017 Royal Winter Agricultural Fair. $5000 OHHA Green Roadster Classic to Bike & the $1000 Single Road Horse to Bike, 15.2 & Under Presented by The Ontario Harness Horse Association. Fans packed the Coliseum clapping and whooping it up as they watched them in the exciting road horse class.

Clare & Mary Hayes own BRY-DEN Farm in Lindsay. Clare is a second generation pony breeder & trainer. His father Ray Hayes was a wellrespected breeder & exhibitor for many years. BRY-DEN Farm has produced award winning stock for over 30 years.

Cottage Country Connection Magazine is proud to be part of the accredited media at this prestigious event.

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Bill 148 Ontario Bill 148: Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act has received its second reading at Queen’s Park and appears set to be enacted on January 1, 2018. Bill 148 will amend portions of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and the Labour Relations Act (LRA).

With all the attention on the increase to minimum wage, there are several other changes that have not hit the radar of many small businesses, but will substantially change the landscape of employment and labour law in Ontario: 1. Scheduling: employees have the right to request schedule and location changes after 3 months of employment without repercussions; and if they are scheduled to work at least 3 hours, they must be paid for 3 hours minimum. There are other changes that effected companies should be familiar with.

2. Vacation Pay: after 5 years of service, employees will earn vacation pay at 6% (roughly equal to 3 weeks of vacation).

3. Paid Emergency Leave: all employers must now provide 2 days of paid personal emergency leave per year and 8 unpaid days.

4. Family Medical Leave: employees may take up to 27 weeks of unpaid leave in a year to stay home with a terminally ill family member.

5. Public Holiday Pay (“stat pay”): the calculation for stat pay will now be based off of the pay period immediately preceding the holiday instead of 20 days.

Tackling Today’s Difficult Issues Today’s problems seem more challenging and less straightforward than ever before. In our communities we are grappling with complex issues like how to keep our young people here, create more local jobs and revenue, and develop accessible, affordable rural transportation. Even complex problems have a roadmap, handbook or owner’s manual. But what do we do when the instructions aren’t included?

From what I learned at Harvard this summer, our new “adaptive” problems have no roadmap, or the "map" we have is from 100 years ago. In such cases, today’s leaders need to authorize action, assemble the right team, then motivate and inspire action. Easy, right? Successful “adaptive” leaders also know how to embrace uncertainty and messy processes, use data over intuition, and not confuse meetings with action. They spend less time fretting about establishing a routine or controlling the future and focus more on finding and exploiting opportunities in even the most daunting tasks.

The key seems to be having the ability to: identify “adaptive problems” from the start; not spending time, energy and money looking for the guidebook that doesn’t exist; and then managing the expertise and passion needed to build the plane as it flies. True leaders run towards big issues and knowing how to approach today’s really, really hard problems will empower the best results for all – including here locally – in these challenging times.

Submitted by Mike Perry, President of The Lindsay Chamber of Commerce

6. Pregnancy and Parental Leave: there are increases to the weeks of parental leave allowed and for employees who suffer a miscarriage or still-birth.

7. Equal Pay for Equal Work: part-time and temporary employees must be paid the same wages as full-time employees performing equivalent work with some exceptions.

8. Union Certification: several changes to this process that effected companies should be familiar with.

9. Independent Contractors: there are new rules and regulations to prevent employers from treating employees as self-employed in order to avoid the ESA. Employers will be subject to penalties unless they can prove that the individual is truly an independent contractor.

It is extremely important that business owners make time to get familiar with all these changes and reflect them in their employment practices in the new year.

Gwyneth James , Cody & James CPAs (705) 876-6011 or codyandjames.ca Gwyneth James MBA CPA, CGA is a partner with Cody & James CPAs which has been providing accounting services for over 25 years to individuals and small businesses throughout Peterborough City and County.

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Welcomes Katie Morrice Katie arrived in Peterborough in 1999 when her father was transferred from his job in Bruce County to the Darlington Nuclear Power Plant. Katie immediately fell in love with the area and is grateful for all the opportunities life here has given her.

Since coming to the city she has attended Fleming College for Business, purchased her first home with her fiancĂŠ Jesse, and formed life-long friendships.

Katie was Food and Beverage Manager at The Ranch Resort Banquet Hall for nearly 10 years, a job she adored as she loves meeting new people. People describe Katie as adventurous, spontaneous, kind and compassionate. Katie left the Ranch Resort in search of a less seasonal job and moved on to become Parts Manager at Peterborough RV Centre where she thrived on being able to help people solve their problems. She learned lots from working in an industry she previously knew nothing about but after 4 years was ready to get back to her chosen niche; marketing.

Katie, her mother Linda, father Peter, and big brother Tim are all very close and spend a lot of time together. Prior to working at Bruce Power, Katie's father was in the army so she learned the value of hard work and appreciation from him.

Her mother stayed home to raise the children and Katie recognizes the value this brought to their lives. She feels it strengthened their relationship and she feels lucky to have a caring, selfless mother who provided them with such a blessed childhood. Her mom is a huge inspiration to Katie!

Katie's fiancĂŠ Jesse Slack is a country music singer and she loves helping him with his social media pages, booking his gigs, as well as accompanying him on the road.

Katie's family is completed by her fur-baby, a one-year-old Bernedoodle named Stevie, who is a special love in her life. When she's not with her family or working, you can find Katie either cooking or crafting, sometimes skiing or hiking, and spending lots of time on her parents' farm.

Connect with Katie at 705-313-1197 or 705-652-8777 cottagecountrykatie@gmail.com

Celebrating Business in Cottage Country The next issue of Cottage Country Connection celebrates local businesses in our region.

Join us for this exciting annual issue sharing insights and techniques used by savvy entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners. We will be talking milestones, achievements, tools, new businesses and much more as we dive into what makes a cottage country business successful.

Business relationships often start with a smile and a handshake, forged with an agreement to support one another in the venture that is Cottage Country partnerships - people working together for the greater good of all.

Be a part of this important annual business issue by calling us at 705-652-8777 or email us at cottagecountryconnection@gmail.com

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Awards of Excellence

The Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism presented their annual Awards of Excellence on November 3rd. With over 80 nominations there was a lot to celebrate.

The Chamber’s Citizen of the Year (sponsor RBC), Jennie MacKenzie; has owned and operated the Lakefield Pantry for 28 years. Long before becoming a familiar mantra, “Buying local” was an important aspect of her business. Today, products from 25 local suppliers are carried in the store. For over 10 years she has been the lead organizer of the PolarFest ice carving competition in Lakefield and the Polar Paddle.

Her involvement has included a multitude of other community initiatives including Imagine the Marsh, Lakefield Farmers’ Market Board, Family Paddle Day, Ladies Night Out, and more.

This year, the panel of judges elected to honour Mike & Aileen Dean with a special award for Lifetime Achievement (sponsor RBC). For decades they have been successful real estate agents, most recently with RE/MAX Eastern Realty. Their commitment to community betterment has been outstanding. Aileen actively participates in the Selwyn Women’s Institute, Mike introduced the Village of Lakefield to the concept of recycling, they have both prepared and served breakfast at Ridpath school for 12 years and have volunteered with the Lakefield Horticultural Society helping to maintain Village gardens as well as organizing their Antique Sale & Flower Show for over 30 years.

Back Row: Rob Howard, Kawartha Local Marketplace; Sam & Erin McLean, McLean Berry Farm; Victoria Whitney, Griffin’s Greenhouses; Angela Jones, Lakeshore Designs; Jacob Rodenburg, Camp Kawartha

Front Row: Sue Jeffries & Nikki McCue, Cross Wind Farm; Emily Ferguson, Habitat for

Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha; Jennie MacKenzie, The Lakefield Pantry; Aileen & Mike Dean; Karen Copson, Camp Kawartha

Evolving from a stay-at-home mom’s contribution to the family income, Griffin’s Greenhouses now employs over 15 people and is a regional destination for all things gardening. They were awarded Outstanding Business Achievement (sponsor County of Peterborough).

Award Recipients in remaining categories: Young Professional sponsored by Community Futures Peterborough: Erin McLean of McLean Berry Farm Customer Service Excellence sponsored by CIBC: Camp Kawartha Commercial Development or Renovation sponsored by Ball Real Estate: Lakeshore Designs Entrepreneur Innovation sponsored by Gastles Registered Patent Agents: Kawartha Local Marketplace Not-For-Profit Excellence sponsored by Darling Insurance: Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region Retailer of the Year sponsored by Nexicom: Cross Wind Farm Tourism or Hospitality Excellence sponsored by Peterborough Economic Development: McLean Berry Farm Visit kawarthachamber.ca for more details on the recipients and finalists.

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Budgeting Andrew Pyle, Senior Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager Pretty soon the chilly winds off the lake will give rise to shorelines covered in a dusting of snow and for those who make their cottage their home; this can be a beautiful time of the year. It is also a time when we start to think about those other expenses at year-end, namely the holiday season and the spending that goes along with it.

For many Canadians there is an anxiety that accompanies this season, not only because of the planning that needs to be done but the financial impact that is felt when the credit card bills start rolling in like an icy blast in January. It is particularly worrying given that it is in January and February that working Canadians look for the funds necessary to top up their RRSPs. One proven way to counter this anxiety is to start planning for year-end right now.

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Holiday season entertaining, travel and gift giving should be viewed no differently than any other special project done around the home. Figure out what you are willing to spend on these items and begin putting money aside. Having a plan will also steer you away from last-minute binge spending and it will also give you the added time to look for better deals. Once you have a budget, try sticking to it and for those like me who inevitably hunt for a parking space in the mall parking lot the day before Christmas Eve, aim to complete your shopping weeks before the big day.

At the same time, you can also start to give some thought to your saving plan. For those that leave their RRSP contributions until the last minute, try putting your money away

earlier before the January bills show up. This is what we call ‘paying yourself first’ and it can be done either in a lump sum approach before year-end, or by putting in set amounts each month during the year. This not only relieves the stress associated with finding cash before the RRSP deadline, but it is smart investing.

The reason is that your investments inside the RRSP are earning income and growing tax free, while money invested outside is not.

And putting money away sooner means less money available in the bank that might go towards binge spending at year-end.

Andrew Pyle Senior Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager ScotiaMcleod(s) is a division of Scotia Captial Inc. This article is intended as a general source of information and should not be considered as personal investment advice.

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End of Year

Kids!!

Don’t Forget to Write to Santa before December 11th & Get a Letter Back!

There's room for everyone on the Nice List at Santa’s Office this Christmas!

Santa has Postal Elf’s that are ready to help Santa answer letters each year.

There are 3 important rules to remember when sending a letter to Santa: Make sure to include your full return address. Santa may know where you live, but his postal elves need this information to deliver your letter!

 Santa really loves to read about children’s favourite sports, jokes, school activities or family fun (even if Mom and Dad help with the writing). And, of course, he loves to get pictures and drawings from even his youngest pen pals!  Send your letter soon. December 11 is the last day to mail letters to Santa (it’s a long way to the North Pole and back!). Letters mailed after December 11 may not receive a reply before Christmas, so remind the kids to get on it!

Santa's address:

SANTA CLAUS NORTH POLE H0H 0H0 CANADA Courtesy of the Elf’s at Canada Post

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Hanging Christmas Tree Every year we make sure to add something new to our collection of Christmas decorations. Sometimes we make things, and sometimes it’s something like a new strand of lights, or another garland. This year we made something new, the kids loved decorating a second ‘tree’.

We used sticks we had pruned from one of the trees in our yard, but it would add to the adventure to go out on a walk to find the perfect sticks to make your hanging tree. You will need enough sticks that you can trim them to make the multi-level shape of your tree. I then used fine wire to attach them. I started at the bottom with the largest stick and worked my way to the top of the tree. You could also use string or twine for more movement in your creation. Be sure to make a loop at the top of the tree so it can be hung up.

Once I had all the branches attached the kids were able to decorate it. We used decorations we found at the dollar store, or decorations that didn’t make it onto our family Christmas tree. Tie each decoration on with a little bit of thread or fishing line. Another option if your tree will be close enough to an outlet is to add lights.

Help your kids get creative, there are so many ideas on Pinterest or in craft books for fantastic Christmas decorations you could make yourself and use for the tree. Maybe decorate the tree with other finds from a walk in the woods; pinecones, moss, leaves. The possibilities are endless.

Emily Ireland

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Expanding Horizons of Health Care Energy practitioners are trained to work with an invisible energy force that flows through our bodies, and when this energy flow is blocked or unbalanced you can become sick or have pain. The goal of these therapies is to unblock or re-balance your energy force, thus allowing your body to heal itself. Energy therapies include Qi gong, Therapeutic touch, Reiki, Acupuncture, Magnet therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Body Work or Body Talk, Shamanic Healing, Polarity Therapy and Emotion Code Therapy.

Energy work is a holistic approach, working to heal on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels (there are a growing number of scientific studies documenting this).

However, it often does have a clear impact on physical and emotional health and mental functioning.

One highly positive aspect of energy work is that there are no risks or side effects. It "does no harm."

Probably the most common, immediate, readily identifiable benefit is that it puts most people into a state of deep relaxation. This alone has powerful benefits for health--it allows the body, mind, and emotions to heal and restore themselves. Often this state of relaxation lasts for many days following the treatment.

While no reputable healer would promise you specific physical benefits, people often do find that they heal more quickly from illness and injury after having a treatment.

Pain can also be reduced or relieved, making it an effective form of natural pain relief.

Contact me for a no obligation consultation to discuss how Energy Medicine can help you!

Lynn Anne Hill, Energy Practitioner www.lynnannehill.com 705 872-8357

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November 8 FREE Women’s Only Self-Defense Seminar 6PM November 6 - 23 Surviving “Picky Eating” - A Roadmap for Parents Various Times November 9 - 12 20th Annual Kawartha Lakes Festival of Trees

November 9 HustleMe - Rap Battle of Entrepreneurship 7 - 11PM November 9 Kawartha Lakes Wellness Fair 10 - 3PM November 10 Montreal Canadiens Alumni vs Peterborough Quacks Charity Game

November 10 For Love of Country ROCKS

7PM November 10 - 12 Autumn Treasures Fine Artisan Show and Sale

November 10 - 12 Annual Peterborough Fall Psychic Fair & Expo

November 10 - 18 Willy Wonka Various Times November 10 - 18 Mary Poppins Various Times November 11 Remembrance Day Services 10:50AM November 12 Little Vendor Show that Could 1 - 4PM November 13 PIGS: Canada’s Pink Floyd 8PM November 15 The Kruger Brothers In Concert 8PM November 16 4th Annual Handbags for Hospice

November 16-17 The Rightful Heir: An Escape Maze Activity 1 - 9PM

November 17 Owl Prowl 6 - 9PM November 18 Bazaar & Bake Sale

9 - 1PM

November 18 FREE Anti Bully Seminar 1:30 - 3:30PM November 18 Hits and Misses Cabaret 7:30PM November 18-19 Christmas at the Marshland Centre

November 19 Opening Reception - “Stretch Marks” 1 - 4PM November 19 SLEDARAMA – Snowmobile Show & Swap Meet

8:30 - 4PM November 19 Christmas Craft Sale

10 - 4PM November 19 Lakefield Santa Claus Parade

1PM November 23 An Evening With The Wilkinsons 7:30PM November 23 - 26 2017 Peterborough Winterfest

November 24 PA Day Camp – WCMA’s Got Talent

November 24 Downtown Peterborough Presents Black Friday

November 24 - 25 PSB Wilson Fundraising Squash Tournament

November 25 Family Drop-in – Make a Cozy Handwarmer 10:30 - 1PM November 25 Hutchison House Christmas Market

10 - 12:30PM November 25 Apsley Santa Claus Parade 6PM November 25 Santa Day Downtown Activities 11 - 4PM November 25 Campbellford Santa Claus Parade 3PM November 25 Light Up the Night Santa Claus Parade & Fireworks 5PM November 25 - 26 Upper Canada Christmas – Westben Various Times November 26 The Buckhorn Holiday Home Tour 2017

November 26 All Natural Winter Wreaths 1-3PM November 29 Oh What a Night, Christmas 7PM November 30 Another Bublé Christmas 8PM December 1 - 3 Annual Christmas Sale

December 1 The Once (Christmas Concert) 8PM December 2 The AC/DC Show 8PM December 2 4th Annual Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade!

4:45PM December 2 30 Craft Market 10:30AM December 2 “Christmas with the King” - Elvis Tribute Concert 8PM December 2 Gamiing Smudging, Welcoming the Winter Ritual 4:30 - 6PM December 3 Opening Reception - “The Winter Show” 1 - 4PM December 2 - 3 Christmas by Candlelight

December 7 - 8 The Jungle Book 7PM December 7 - 10 Christmas in the Village

December 8 - 9 18th Annual In From The Cold Christmas Concert

December 9 Bobcaygeon Santa Claus Parade 5PM December 9 Keene Santa Claus Parade 10AM December 9 A Sherlock Christmas 8PM December 15 Cirque Musica Holiday Presents: Believe 7:30PM December 15 Serena Ryder 8PM December 17 Cozy Christmas - 14th Annual Christmas Show & Silent Auction 2PM December 17 Caroling with the Donkeys 1 -4PM December 21 The Next Generation Leahy 7PM December 31 New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance 6PM December 31 New Year’s Eve Winemaker’s Dinner 6:30PM January 1, 2018 Hogmanay 1PM

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Limited spots. Call to register. World Championship Martial Arts, 871 Chemong Rd. 705-749-9056 Go to www.eventbrite.ca and search Surviving “Picky Eating” for more info and to register Kawartha Settlers’ Village - 85 Dunn St. Bobcaygeon The Junction, 257 George St. N., Peterborough Victoria Park Armoury, 210 Kent St. W., Lindsay Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St., W., Peterborough In support of Produce for Veterans. The Venue, 286 George St. N., Peterborough Parkway Banquet Hall 1135 Lansdowne Street West, Suite 200 www.autumntreasures.ca The Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough www.PsychicFairsAndExpos.com.

Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough Cenotaph Park, 2 Queen St., Lakefield Wedding and Event Planning Vendor Show - Lion’s Club - 347 Burnham St., Peterborough Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough The Venue, 286 George St. N., Peterborough. www.hospicepeterborough.org John Howard Society of Peterborough, 305 Stewart Street, Peterborough. Funds raised support the United Way Peterborough & District. Reservation Required.

Ganaraska Forest Centre, 10585 Cold Springs Camp Rd., Campbellcroft Cambridge Street Baptist Church, 28 Cambridge Street North, Lindsay. All proceeds benefit the shelter and the animals in their care. www.hskl.ca Call to register. World Championship Martial Arts, 871 Chemong Rd. 705-749-9056 Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough Marshland Centre - 64 Hague Blvd., Lakefield Kawartha Artists’ Gallery and Studio, 420 O’Connell Road, Peterborough Morrow Building, 151 Lansdowne Street West, Peterborough Curve Lake Community Centre, 20 Whetung St. E., Curve Lake. www.curvelakefirstnation.ca Lakefield Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca Peterborough Square, 360 George St. N., Peterborough. Family event.

Call to register. World Championship Martial Arts, 871 Chemong Rd. 705-749-9056 Shop downtown at more than 100 participating downtown businesses.

All-ages and all-abilities. Peterborough Squash Club - 1625 Chemong Rd. Peterborough The Canadian Canoe Museum - 910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock St. Peterborough. For more info call 743-9710 Annual Santa Claus Parade and Christmas Party Fenelon Falls. For more info www.santaday.ca Come and help welcome Santa Claus and his friends to Campbellford Fenelon Falls. Four professional bands, dozens of illuminated floats, wonderful characters.

Westben The Barn - Westben Arts Festival Theatre, 6698 County Road 30, Campbellford Reserve tickets please call: 705-657-8833 Watson & Lou, 383 Water St., Peterborough Tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Showplace - 290 George St. N. Peterborough Singing sensation Michael Bell. Showplace - 290 George St. N. Peterborough Kawartha Potters Guild - 993 Talwood Drive, Peterborough Market Hall Performing Arts Centre - 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., Lindsay. www.academytheatre.ca Downtown Peterborough Handcrafted lamps, toys, hats and more. 90 Hunter Street East, Peterborough Showplace - 290 George St. N. Peterborough Gamiing Nature Centre, 1884 Pigeon Lake Rd., Lindsay Kawartha Artists’ Gallery and Studio, 420 O’Connell Road, Peterborough Lang Pioneer Village, 140 Lang Rd. Keene. www.langpioneervillage.ca.

Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough Old Tyme Christmas in Downtown Millbrook. Christmas Stories, Crafts, Music and more!

Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough Come welcome Santa to Bobcaygeon.

Downtown Keene Lindsay Little Theatre, 55 George St. E., Lindsay. www.lindsaylittletheatre.com.

Peterborough Memorial Centre 151 Lansdowne St.,W., Peterborough. www.CirqueMusica.com Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary, 1296 Bowmanton Rd., Roseneath Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St. N., Peterborough 19+ event - The Venue, 286 George St. N., Peterborough Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene. www.elmhirst.ca Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock St Peterborough

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