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13 YEAR OLD SWIMMER TAKES FIRST PLACE IN ALL AGES 1 MILE SWIM EVENT AT KEARNEY REGATTA KEARNEY: The 1-mile swim race held at the 100th Kearney Regatta on the long weekend in August proved to be a very exciting event.

16 swimmers of all ages joined in on the competition this year.

Among them, was a young teenage

competitor, who took the event by storm. 13 ear old Milania McChesney dove in the water against

all ages for the 2024 One-mile swim and finished in 1st.place!

‘This event was the first time that Milania swam long distance in an open water event, she has always competed in events in swimming pools!’ said Lisa Lahn, a long time Kearney Regatta organizer.

Milania has watched the Mile swim at the Kearney Regatta since she was 5 years old, now at 13, she finally decided to participate in it. Her and her family owns a cottage in Kearney.’ Milania swims at Etobicoke Swim Club (ESWIM) and this year, won 3rd in 100 Fly in the Ontario Swimming Championship and faired well at the Speedo Canadian Junior Swimming Championships as one of the youngest swimmers. She cannot wait to swim again next year at the regatta! Many thanks to proud parents Maria and Gord for giving us permission to share!

CONGRATULATIONS MILANIA! We are thrilled for you and wish you the very best in your many years of swimming, perhaps we will see you in the 2028 Olympics!

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SADDLING UP YOUNG! KNOWLTON RIDGE SCHOOLING SERIES In this picture: Paisley Emlaw and Ember Emlaw of Magnetawan.

The 3rd Gaming Show at Knowlton Ridge Schooling Series held August 10th in Powassan. Youngsters, Paisley and Ember Emlaw prove that its never to young to

saddle up and ride! Congratulations to these two, their horsemanship abilities continue to grow and amaze us!

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Happy Canada Day ! Wow July already, come in and check out the Garden Centre.

Lots of Perenials, Planters, Veggies and Herbs. We have a great selection of toys and fun gadgets. Doing a project, talk to one of our helpful staff to get it started.

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ALMAGUIN SPECIAL OLYMPICS BALL TEAM TAKES GOLD IN AZILDA The game was on in Azilda, August 10th when teams met for Championship playoffs in the Special Olympics baseball tournament.

Our Almaguin league was at their best and in top form, playing the tournament like the pros they have become. Exhibiting both skill and sportsmanship, they brought home the Gold , made all of us extremely proud throughout Almaguin and Parry Sound.

Parry Sounds own Special Olympian Rori Brownley, who plays 2ND base proudly displayed his award winning form and his medal of Gold.

Almaguin Special Olympics, we are very proud of you! We wish you the very best success in the Provincials!

Photo Credit to Kirsten Brownley

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Federally funded trains increasingly unreliable in Northern Ontario

Éric Boutilier

Ever been stood up one too many times by a friend or a date? Feel like they’re just not getting the message that your needs aren’t being met?

This regrettably summarizes the experience of travelling aboard VIA Rail in Northern Ontario.

Between closed stations, chronically late trains and nearly no integration with local or regional transit providers, rail service in this region has become broken and dysfunctional.

Recently on one of my return trips home from Thunder Bay, my partner and I drove three and a half hours ― some 300 km ― to the nearest station (Longlac) so that I could catch the train.

We do this because neither the Canadian nor the Sudbury-White River trains directly serve this rail-accessible city of 108,000 ― the largest in the northwest.

There are also no practical rail-bus connections.

Scheduled for 14:11, we ended up waiting five hours for its eventual arrival. At one point, I recommended that my girlfriend drive back home before it got dark.

The indoor waiting facilities at Longlac have been closed for more than a decade. The signage, long faded.

There are no washrooms or benches to speak of.

Instead, ticket holders wait outside; exposed to the elements and sounds of mosquitoes buzzing, while sitting on concrete slabs.

The Canadian's on-time performance didn't improve once I finally boarded. Engineers eventually ran out of hours they could legally work just before Hornepayne, so passengers waited another hour for the arrival of a replacement crew.

The delays ― usually freight train related ― aren’t necessarily VIA’s fault. The company, unlike its American counterpart Amtrak, doesn’t have priority on railway tracks it doesn’t own.

However, VIA no longer compensates remote service passengers with travel credits in the event of significant delays. They are offered exclusively to passengers within the Québec-Windsor corridor.

These days, the Canadian’s “schedule” should be considered as a suggestion rather than a reliable timetable. Real world travellers can’t depend on it to arrive on time.

These issues were supposed to be resolved when the train's schedule was lengthened in 2008, again in 2018, and when the frequency was reduced from three to two days a week.

Federal Transport Minister (Pablo) Rodriguez, we need to talk.

VIA Rail may very well be an independent Crown Corporation, but this is no way to operate a public transportation service.

A report co-produced by Metrolinx and Ontario Northland demonstrates a genuine need for alternatives to

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road-based travel in the region. The province acknowledges: Intercity bus, rail and air services are limited Highway 11 north of North Bay is susceptible to road closures, with few, if any, alternative routes available for detours Air service in the North has reduced greatly and may never return to pre-COVID service levels A passenger rail service would provide significant value Ontario intends to reinstate the Northlander train by 2026. An order for new rolling stock has been placed, and accessible, climate controlled shelters ― equipped with Wi-Fi ― will be constructed in small and midsized communities on route.

The Government of Canada says it's replacing VIA's long distance fleet beginning in 2030. However, none of the aforementioned issues raised in this column have been addressed.

Travel in Northern Ontario remains difficult and can be prohibitively expensive ― as evidenced by the athletes who withdrew from the Ontario Winter Games in Thunder Bay due to the high cost of air travel.

It seems disingenuous for VIA Rail to solicit questions, only to avoid answering ones specific to the North during their annual public meeting.

Much like when the Harper regime cancelled the Algoma Central service, federal policies are drafted with little consideration of the travelling public.

Canadian passenger rail has good qualities: affordability, comfort, space for legs and luggage, and friendly staff eager to make train travel a pleasant experience.

The act of connecting Northerners between smaller towns to larger cities ― like Thunder Bay ― shouldn't be so complicated.

The Trudeau government is missing the mark, and can do better. ― 30 ― Éric Boutilier is a columnist for Northern Tracks, a self-published blog related to intercity transportation in Northern Ontario.

Appendix 1: Questions submitted to VIA Rail Questions submitted (July 5) to VIA Rail The Government of Ontario identified Northern Ontario as a region underserved by public transportation with limited alternatives, and highways regularly closed due to collisions or weather related incidents.

As per the Northeastern Passenger Rail Service Updated Initial Business Case document, the province is restoring the Northlander, has purchased new train sets and is constructing station shelters to serve passengers in small and midsized towns along the route.

VIA Rail services in Northern Ontario remain difficult to access : • Waiting facilities in most communities (e.g.

Longlac) are locked up, exposing passengers to the elements.

• The Sudbury-White River train terminates in a village of 550 instead of Thunder Bay (population 108,000) further up the railway.

• No shuttle service provided by VIA connects passengers between Sudbury & Sudbury Junction stations, despite the existence of one between Québec City and Ste-Foy. Why doesn't VIA Rail Canada reopen closed station shelters (or build new ones), extend its White River train to Thunder Bay and provide a connecting link between the two Sudbury stations?

MARY STREET BOUTIQUE - THRIFTING AT ITS FINEST!

Mary Hunter What? you have never heard or been to Mary St Boutique at 24 Mary St Parry Sound. It's located downstairs in the basement of St James United Church... It's not new it has been in existence for more than 50 year.. It was started by the ladies from the local churches trying to help struggling families..

The goal remains the same today and continues to be run by volunteers from 5 local churches and the money raised goes back into the local community..

The boutique carry's gently used clothing for the whole family.... Baby item .25cents, Children 4 and up $1.00 and most adult clothing starts at $1.50. A winter coats will run you $3 ,, Haberdashery meaning shoes, purses, belts, gloves and hats are the best bargain in town,,, Until the end of August we will be opened on Tuesday only from 10am – 1pm.

Then we start back to Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting on Wednesday September 4th 11am 1pm We welcome donations that can be dropped off in our bins located in the parking lots side door at 24 Mary St. Between the hours of 9am and 8pm..

Please Haberdashery and clothing items only.

Do not leave household items as we have no place to keep them.

HORSE SENCE with WALLY SMITH When we are trying to teach our horse things but are unsure why they don't simply comply to our demands, we seem to mindlessly follow our thoughts, based on our preconceived ideas of what to do, to get a horse to do what we want and therein lies the problem. Because we may think we are asking correctly but have very little idea if the horse is absorbing the lesson in the way, it is intended and getting it correct instead of reassuring the horse along the way, we push thru our ideas of what to do under the circumstance. sometimes we win, sometimes we lose, but know the horse always suffers a consequence of having no right of participation. we become the center of their universe instead of us revolving around theirs in order for them to find their way they should not be pushed by us only supported in both the good and the bad we experience while working with them.

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AUGUST 15th- 2024 CONTRIBUTORS

TAMARA BAIN ERIC BOUTILLIER CATHARINA BOWERS DOUG BROWN KIRSTEN BROWNLEY DEBORAH BUSSEY AUSMA CLAPPISON CYNDI CULBERT MARY FRENCH MICHEL JACQUES GAGNE KELVIN HILL WANDA HILL DOROTHY REYNARD-HOPSON LINDA HOWSE DEBBIE IRELAND MARTA KSKI LISA LAHN VALERIE LAMB STEPHEN LEHMAN JENNIFER O’HANLON ALISON PAPAS TERRY PARRY BOB PURNELL JAMES SHEDDEN WALLY SMITH CHARLIZE THEODORU ROD URQUHART SUSAN WALKER LINDA WEST JANICE WHITELOCK JIM YOUNG ADAM ZIVO

OPPPS....It’s Jim’s fault. Of coarse its Jim’s fault. I forgot to add this birth day annoucement last issue. I appologize.

Life Styles

August is here — ushering in the end of summer and painting the world in the warm hues of sunflowers and sunset skies! It’s a month that feels slow and easy as we savor the heat and begin to settle back into our routines….. and, before we know it, the Civic Holiday Weekend is here and the kids are back to school. Just like that!

Have you seen a few leaves beginning to turn already?

Fall fairs around beginning, this weekend is the Dunchurch Fall Fair beginning on Friday, with lots of things to do.

Bring back that warm feeling of the small communities embracing family , farming and fun. Soon many others will follow.

You will notice this issue is back to two sections that are packed to the brim. GNA has decided that the first edition of the month will be three sections, and the mid month edition will be two sections. As the paper continues to grow, we will look forward to increased sections for both.

We welcome new writers and encourage you take on the challenge, please don’t think that you don’t have a writing ability, you will surprise yourself! Many of our readers are from outside of the area, and the GNA brings them a touch of home with each edition. You, could be a part of that! If you don’t write, please send us information on any upcoming events and help keep people in the know and make them a success! Every bit helps!

We have been enjoying hearing from our newest readers in Parry Sound and area who are just discovering the GNA, we really appreciate those of you who are reaching out and adding content and making us aware of more events happening. We have been contacted by many summer visitors to our areas that have been exploring events and in our beautiful region that they weren’t aware of. We tend to take the beauty and the people around us for granted, sometimes it takes others to make us realize how lucky we are and that we need to wake up and smell the roses…. Or sunflowers!

Congratulations to the huge success of the 100th Kearney Regatta, people have been talking about it near and far and this years three day event was really something! Also, we would like to congratulation the Sundridge Sunflower Festival for the many people who travelled to Sundridge and thoroughly the enjoyed the amazing vendors that lined the street. Thank you to all who volunteer, these events are huge undertakings and without all of you, they would not happen.

“ROPERFEST 2024’ in Magnetawan is just around the corner on August 24th, grab a Kaftan and bring on your inner “Helen Roper” in our first annual festival at Centennial Park. Live entertainment, games, trivia and meeting of new people! If you don’t have a kaftan, grab and ugly old sheet, cut a hole in the neck, sew up the sides and wear it proudly! Visit a local thrift shop, grab some chunky jewelry and big sunglasses and you will fit right in! Added bonus, you might just see Jim Shedden in a Kaftan and curly red wig too!

(We are a little concerned that this might be his forever look though!)

A big congratulations to our Almaguin Special Olympics Ball Team taking the Gold in the tournament in Azilda, this team of special athletes, are some of the very best out their, and they just happen to be ours! WE ARE VERY PROUD! Enjoy these lazy days of summer, and we will see you around!........

Cyndi

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If every person in China stood on a chair and jumped off at the same time...it would knock the earth off its axis!

A SOUTHERN VIEW MAKING HISTORY

WITH STEPHEN LEHMAN

So, it has taken me almost seventy years to achieve this new milestone in my life but as of earlier this spring I am now officially a member in good standing of the 'Canadian Citizen Without a Family Doctor' fraternity. Once upon a time I would have been quite impressed with myself because this fraternity used to be pretty exclusive, populated by a very select few. But according to many reliable sources, these days almost everybody and their brother (and sister) are now members and new recruits continue to be welcomed even as I write.

Of course, if you listen to the talking heads from Queens Park on TV, they absolutely agree that this mildly inconvenient turn of events is totally unacceptable and shouldn't be happening. They then go on to assure us that we need not worry our pretty little heads about it though because more Drs. than ever in Ontario history are being hired.

Well this may or may not be an outright lie, I like to consider statements like this more as half truths because, mathematically speaking, while more Drs. than ever in our history may indeed be truthfully getting hired, if more Drs. than ever in our history are retiring at a faster rate than are being hired, then no matter how the politicians spin it, this essentially translates into a net loss.

But just in case the skeptical public still has some reservations about the veracity of their questionable claim, they then go on to assure us that their Party is spending more on healthcare than has ever been spent before in this great province of Ontario.

Then, as a sweetener, they also boast that even while the dollars are flowing into our hospitals like blood through an Olympians veins, more than ever before is being spent on education at the same time. And all while simultaneously cutting taxes. What a lucky populace we are.

Now, a cynic like me might be tempted to point out to them that they SHOULD be spending historically more on healthcare and education and roads and social services and everything else because, historically speaking, I think there are more people living in Ontario right now than ever before. If they could claim that, per capita, they were spending more than ever then maybe even I might be impressed.

But putting all that political double-speak aside, yes, I am, as Seinfeld might say, without doctor.

Earlier this spring, two of them in the same office announced their upcoming retirement in a generic snail mail mass mailing form, effective in September I believe, and included a list of steps that their literally hundreds of orphaned patients should take in securing a new physician. I know I should be concerned, particularly, as some insensitive people have pointed out, because of my age but funny thing is, since surviving my heart attack, I have learned to just enjoy every day as it is because I know for certain that, at any moment, there might not be another. I know this sounds flippant and self righteous but I fail to see any point in worrying myself to death about what ultimately will be anyways, (and, as any good Conservative knows, if there is no profit then what is the point.

Passion?). Besides, I have always wanted to read War and Peace and now if I have go to an overwhelmed Emergency Department for absolutely anything, major or minor, I just may have the time.

And anyways, I live in Muskoka, arguably one of the richest areas in Canada so I know that many people way more important than me will be agitating for new Drs. to set up practices here. In fact, if memory serves me, shortly after the upcoming retirements became common knowledge, our local radio newscasts mentioned that the town of Huntsville was offering 60k to 80k dollar signing bonuses to any prospects who qualified.

Now, without belabouring the sports analogy, is this what our healthcare system is going to become, a competition between the rich communities and the poor ones? As un-Canadian as this sounds, apparently it isn't a new phenomenon because, owing to the way hospitals are funded - as I understand it the province builds the structures but the communities have to furnish them - richer towns could always

raise more money to buy better stuff. As a result, by living here in rich Muskoka, I have been able to enjoy the benefits of this situation.

As reassuring as that is though, like the lone survivor of an airplane crash I have always felt a certain amount of guilt about it. Living in a country that has prided itself on trying to be fair to all of its citizens through the application of provincial equalization payments, the closures of emergency rooms, even entire hospitals, in small communities throughout the province because of a debatably flawed funding formula has been somewhat less than inspiring. We may console ourselves by saying that; 'There but for the grace of God go I', but in a country that is as rich as ours, giving thanks to a higher entity for someone else's misfortune is a pretty shallow sentiment.

Now, in defense of this formula, I suspect that its original intent was probably to prevent some 'ethically challenged' politician from building a porkbarrel overcapacitated monumental hospital to his/her own self in their own small birthplace town. And if that was the original intent, then kudos to the politicians who crafted the policy. But unfortunately, as history has shown over and over again, the road to hell is paved with good intentions. One unintended consequence of this is that small communities bear the brunt of the discriminatory formula while rich towns get to install huge white letters above the entranceways of their edifices, letters that spell out the names of the donors of impressive, and admittedly much appreciated, endowments.

Personally, I have always had an issue with philanthropy that wants to be recognized in that manner because I suspect that, for many philanthropists, much of that money they are 'giving away' came from the hard labour of their unnamed and unrecognized employees. And, as a caution, is a day going to come when the hospital has to surreptitiously take those big white letters down in the dark of night because some alleged scandal about the donor surfaces? Is there a hospital wing somewhere with, I don't know, an automotive magnates name on it?

As an interesting corollary to how one aspect of the medical industry is financed - those darn federal Liberals recently raised the taxation rate on capital gains.

As I understand it, apparently this could directly affect doctors. Because of the way they are reimbursed from OHIP, it is advantageous for most of them to set up their practices as corporations so now when they retire and sell off their 'business' they will possibly have to declare a capital gain. This, to me, begs the question - why are essentially publicly funded, notfor-profit Drs.' offices showing resale value accretions in excess of $250,000 that have to be taxed? Doesn't that kind of smell like a private enterprise? This is not meant as a criticism of what the doctors are doing they are only trying to fulfill their calling within the parameters made available to them. What it is, is a questioning of why they have to take this route if they want to provide a government funded service. Why can't they just be paid a salary/wage like teachers or LCBO employees or MPPs? Of course, news reports about doctor dissatisfaction with this state of affairs may just be yet another example of half-truths being spun by right wing publications that want to pile on Mr. Trudeau while he is down. While I can appreciate that, like most of us, doctors don't want to be overtaxed, I suspect that most of them are socially conscious people that will continue to practice their profession despite the taxes.

Their passion for improving the health of people is probably the main reason why many of them entered the profession to begin with, not the promise of 'big' money.

Of course, there are exceptions to every generalization. I had an acquaintance who, after getting his, relatively speaking, cheap medical education and certification in Canada, took his also Canadian medically certified wife and fled to the U.S. where the big money is. So much for giving back to the heavily taxed society that helped support their selfish aspirations.

And the ironic thing is, if anything, the new higher capital gains rate may actually encourage some doctors to continue practicing in the hope that in a year or two, rates might start to come back down, much like interest rates are slowly doing now. Maybe those same Trudeau bashing publications should lay the blame for doctor dissatisfaction squarely where it belongs - at the provincial government policies that have arguably created a medical field exodus of, in the oft repeated words of Doug Ford and Sylvia Jones, historic proportions.

Where there's smoke . . . you'll find me cooking dinner

DECEMBER IN OUR TOWN – BURK’S FALLS

Recipes with Dog On A Root Stuffed BBQ Potatoes

- jim Young, LORING, ON

About the easiest thing you can cook on your barbecue (or in the kitchen for that matter) is the baked potato. All you have to do is throw it on the barbie and wait for it to cook.

It’s just that easy.

That’s just ONE simple step. If you don’t count lighting the barbecue.

Okay, so it’s TWO steps.

Of course you’ll probably want to wash your potato first. But there’s nothing to that even if it makes BBQ Potatoes a three step process.

Some people like to use a fork to poke holes in the skin of the potato just to let the steam out and prevent the potato from exploding, while others will also wrap the potato in aluminum foil.

So that’s, what? Four? No, five steps.

Well, hell! If you’re going to all the work to wrap the potato in aluminum foil anyway, you might as well add some flavour to it. What’s a few more easy steps?

Stuff You’ll Need: 2 large potatoes Onion, finely chopped Bacon, cooked and crumbled Salt Pepper Garlic powder Cheddar Cheese, shredded Butter or margarine, melted and divided Thyme, dried Sour cream Do This: Slice off one side of the potato removing about ⅓ of the top and leaving ⅔ on the bottom. This works best with long narrow potatoes.

Set the top aside.

Hollow out the potato to make a cavity as large as possible while leaving some flesh on the potato.

Save the flesh that is removed for another time.

Place some chopped onion in the cavity, followed by bacon, salt, pepper and garlic powder.

Stuff as much cheddar cheese on top as will fit.

Pour melted butter or margarine over top and let it soak in.

Place the lid back on top.

Holding the potato together securely, brush the outside of the potato with melted butter or margarine then sprinkle with thyme.

Wrap in aluminum foil with the shiny side out, making certain the 2 halves of the potato remain in place.

Cook on the barbecue for about an hour or until the potato is cooked through.

Serve with sour cream.

Tip #1: Use toothpicks to secure the 2 parts of the potato together if required. Then break off the parts of the toothpick that are sticking out so they don’t pierce that aluminum foil.

CAUTION! CHOKING HAZARD: If using toothpicks in this manner, make certain ALL the pieces are removed before serving the potatoes to children. Adults should be warned to watch for the toothpicks and treat them as they would fish bones.

Tip #2 These Stuffed BBQ Potatoes will go great with almost any meal. But if you’re looking for something special to go with these potatoes, check back next time in the September 15th edition of the Great North Arrow for my recipe for Crispy Buffalo & Teriyaki Chicken Breasts - 2 recipes in one! It’s a great complement to this recipe.

And speaking of complements, I like compliments too. Let me know what you think of my recipes by emailing dogonaroot.greatnortharrow@gmail.com Don’t forget to cut this recipe out of the Great North Arrow to save with your favourites for future use. Caution: Be sure to read what’s on the other side of this page before you cut it out.

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BURK'S FALLS - LYNN MUELLER - Starting to think of fall activities for your children? Looking to see if there is potential interest in starting this in the fall. Please feel free to share! Mark your calendars for the fall!! Looking for young (or young at heart) people to join together to put on an upbeat musical called December in Our Town (a multi-cultural musical celebrating Hannukah, Christmas, Las Possadas, Kwanzaa and even a Rock and Roll Santa)!! Ages 5 to ….(even adults could join in!) Prerequisites : Must be interested in singing or acting and able to come out once a week, Thursdays from Sept 12th to December 12th from 4:30 to 5:30 at Burk’s Falls United Church Concert date will tentatively be Thursday or Friday, December 12th and/or 13th. A very limited number of high school “age-ish” acting parts are also needed. No singing auditions are needed or judgments on your voice will be made! Everyone is welcome!! No cost to join! Parents or siblings not interested in singing are welcome to stay downstairs during rehearsals for coffee and a social time to meet other members in our communities. Themed colouring and craft activities will be available there to help make decorations for the concert. Parents are also welcome to sit in and join in the singing or helping in any way they are able or interested in. Music is posted online so extra practice could be done at home! Bring your kids or grandchildren, their friends and your neighbour’s kids! Maybe you could arrange carpooling. We will set up a Facebook page, or email once started for ongoing info or to post questions etc. For more information or to add your name to a list to see if there is enough interest to make this happen, call, text or email: Lynn Mueller at 705-783-5975 lmueller@bell.net A chip of silicon a quarter-inch square has the capacity of the original 1949 ENIAC computer, which occupied a city block.

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NEWS: WALL PROPOSED BETWEEN LORING AND PORT LORING The following are the transcripts of a recent Great North Arrow interview with jim Young about his plans to build a wall between Loring & Port Loring.

GNA: Let's start off with the obvious question, "Why build a wall between Loring and Port Loring?" jim: Well. first Of all I don't think I've ever been asked a question so... in such a horrible manner.

You don't even say, "Hello. How are you?" Are you with GNA because I think newspaper, I think it's a very rude introduction. I don't know exactly why you would do something like that. I think it's a very nasty question.

GNA: I would love you to answer the question.

jim (interrupting): I have answered the question.

GNA: Let me rephrase the question then. "Why build a wall between Loring and Port Loring?"

Jim: Well. as you know Hwy 522 that stretches from Highway 11 at Trout Creek to Hwy 69 at Grundy Lake Park is 300 km long. I know, I know your "fact-check-

ers" are going to tell you it's closer to 110 km but I think it's really 300 km. Maybe more. I don't know. And it runs north to south.

GNA: Actually it runs west to east.

Jim: That's fake news. It runs north to south. Mostly nodh to south. Anyway, it runs north to south from Loring all the way to Port Loring.

GNA: Okay. But why build a wall there? jim: Well North of Loring there's nothing but country. Beautiful country. Some of the most beautiful Country in the world. But South Of Loring there's Port Loring and Restoule and Amstein and Golden Valley and Bear Valley and Commanda and Trout Creek. Millions of tiny towns with millions of tiny people who all want to come to Coring and take over our jobs, our homes and our businesses.

GNA: How are they doing that? jim: Well, just look at Loring's Post Office. The Postmistress there isn't even from Loring. Janet's an illegal alien from Amstein that sneaks into Loring through Port Loring every day. Why doesn't she just work at the Post Office in Amstein and let someone from Loring work at the Loring Post Offce?

GNA: Any other examples? jim: Polly's.

GNA: You mean Rupert's Variety? How are they affecting jobs in Loring? jim: Well I didn't live here when it happened, but what I heard was when Polly opened her Big Box Store in Amstein, she told everyone to shop there and it put Loring's General Store out Of business. That's not fair.

GNA: I don't think.. (interrupting): And then there's the nurses station. They come from all Over to work there.

And even worse, people come from all over the Parry Sound District to USE the Nurses Station.

GNA: I think that's the idea.

Jim (interrupting): And the toxic waste that is being dumped in Loring is a disgrace.

GNA: Toxic Waste?

PORT LORING (continued) jim: Golden Valley has a waste sight. Why can't Port Loring use it? They don't have to poison our waste sight. Let them use their own.

GNA: Are you talking about household garbage? jim: Toxic Waste? Household Garbage? Potato - How do I know what's in all those green garbage bags?

GNA: Well I'm pretty sure Mike does a pretty good job Of keeping toxic waste out Of the landfill. jim (interrupting): But the wall would not just stop the people coming IN from Port Loring and beyond it would also prevent illegal exports that create a trade imbalance.

GNA: I'm almost afraid to ask. jim: Well I'm not afraid to tell you. Mike Clapperton... a nice man. Mike's a wonderful man. We go way back and Mike... he makes the best maple syrup in the world right here in Loring. But what's he do? He exports it to Port Loring and sells it out of his Marine there. That's not right.

And why does he have his Marine in port Loring anyway?

GNA: Probably to be close to Wilson Lake. jim: THAT'S my point. We have lakes in Loring. Beautiful Lakes. Some of the most beautiful lakes in the world are right here in Loring.

GNA: Well regardless, it doesn't seem like you're going to get your wall. DO you have any Other plans for the future? jim: I do... but this is strictly off the record for now, right?

GNA: sure. Why not? jim: Revolution.

GNA: Revolution?

Jim: I'm going to lead an army to help Northern Ontario separate from Southern Ontario.

Northern Ontario will become Canada's 10th province.

GNA: But Canada already has 10 provinces. jim: They will soon! What do we need Southern Ontario for anyway? MNOGA! GNA: MNOGA? jim: Make Northem Ontario Great Again! Want a hat?

GNA (on cell phone): Cyndi - I quit!

Please follow the outcome of the trial of this Loring Felon on Page A12.

Ooooooooh jim

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Somewhere in previous columns from your humble scribe in this prestigious publication, I did comment once or twice that my dear ol’ Dad and Mom actually outfitted their new cottage on Robert Lake years ago by attending all the area garage sales.

And I seem to remember letting all you faithful readers know that what they had gathered at all these sales around Parry Sound and district, and put up in this new shack on water, was actually quite good stuff.

This included a fridge and stove that both worked just great all the time we had this little get-away and also a 24 inch colour TV, that actually was a Sony and had a great picture. (The larger 26 and 28 inch TVs had just come out and they scooped up this 24

inch model for peanuts).

So, before Aase and I were married, I took her up to this cottage for a weekend with my parents and of course, bright and early on the Saturday morning, with newspaper clipping in hand, we headed out with my Dad and Mom for their garage sale forage.

Now, compared to my Dad, Aase and I were complete neophytes on this garage sale circuit. I mean this was some time ago when garage sales had first come onto the scene. And to this day, I still think they are a great idea of people wanting to just get rid of some good stuff and it actually finding a good home and not just being thrown into the garbage!

At the second or third stop, I was looking at some records (LPs) and my Dad comes up beside me and spies one of those original actual orange juice squeezers – you remember, they were all glass with special upright features, so you could crush down on the orange and get real orange juice. (And ever since I was a little kid, we always had freshly-squeezed juice in the morning and this was years and years ago of California businesspeople coming out with these expensive Juicers, and complete with special juicing recipe book!)

So this woman holding the garage sale, stops by to chat to my Dad. I’d say she is just newly 70 years young and it looked to me like she was downsizing to move elsewhere from this big house, and she was very friendly. So my Dad, who was always just a social an-

imal, and her start talking, he picks up this original orange juice maker and I notice a price sticker of a more than reasonable 25 cents on it.

Now my Dad, being quite Scottish as my Danish wife constantly points out, says to this nice woman, “will you take a nickel?”

She pauses a while, smiles at my Dad and says, “sure.” (He hands her a nickel and picks up the orange juicer in one motion).

I was absolutely stunned by this severe haggling.

And at that point, I noticed my Dad, who is usually the Best Dressed at any given time, actually wore old pants and a shirt actually with a small tear in it in one sleeve. Sneaky bastard, I thought.

Much later we are driving home back to the lake, the four of us in his car and I say, “Dad, you can’t buy a damn thing for a lowly nickel today!” He turns to me in the back seat and solemnly looks me squarely in the eyes and says, “I just did.”

Yet another life lesson from my dear ol’ Dad! Postscript: Of course on our way home from the cottage, my Danish wife leans over to me and says, “you know how copper wire was invited?” “No!,” I say.

“Well, it was two Scotsmen fighting over a penny!”

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FINDING JOY With Valerie Lamb Albert and I like to take drives, sometimes filling a Sunday afternoon, going along familiar highways. We have always enjoyed seeing our history and felt a sweet connection with our past. The farms were a source of great pride. We would envision the days so long past, the people who endured great hardship as they came into this wilderness and proceeded to chop out a home from the trees, rocks and challenges we will never truly comprehend nor understand. From nothing, the promise of free land resulted in shacks going up, land being cleared and the first attempt at gleaning shelter, food and thus farming began. Like so many of you, my great grandparents labored long and hard to begin the road that led to my memories and my claim to this heritage. Albert as well looks

back and he claims his place in the farming history of this beautiful land we still call home. Over much time, loss and labor we will never begin to see again, our future was carved from nothing, and sadly, it appears to be going back to the same situation. We have especially, over these past many years, seen farms that once provided well for families begin to display the signs of neglect. First, the cattle began to disappear and the fields once hayed were left, with crops still standing, year after year. Soon, we saw trees beginning to grow and encroach on the open fields to change the landscape back into wilderness once again. Albert's parents were the last generation to farm their property and thus their barn, empty for many years began to show signs of deterioration and we knew it would have to be taken down. His brother shared with us when this would happen and Albert and I were able to recover the barn boards from the grainery and some beams and artifacts from the years lost in the fast moving of time. We had built a sunroom on the end of our home and sheeted it in with the rough boards. It looked amazing, and we also had the ladder to the mow and the window with the glass long gone. Albert put a shelf on the window and placed mirror instead of glass and a place to display our treasures was born. We have a piece of the past tied in with our present and hopefully into the future. Over the years, many barns have come down, and it is so sad to see these beacons of the past becoming victims of the passing of time. The old barn on the Barton farm came down this past winter. It was a personal sadness for us to see more of Albert's family history become yet another causality of time. We have hope in the midst of despair, as some farms, still standing are being taken over and farmed once again. Cattle are appearing, and we have hope that our next generation will see what we treasure in our hearts and find such peace and fulfillment in as we see and feel the past reaching out to us in a very real way. Life is precious, and the blessing of this land is a treasure to be respected, loved and to be preserved for the generations yet to come. I will look forward to many more Sunday drives and hopefully, I will be blessed by more of our farmland coming alive with hope and purpose once more. Thank you to the men and women who embrace the long hours, the hard work, the sacrifices and yes who reap the joy of being one with the land once more. You are my heros and I stand in awe of you, your dreams and your work ethic that is making those dreams a reality! If you ate today, thank a farmer! We are truly blessed!

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RUFFLED FEATHERS Deborah Bussey

Who Are We?

This is something I have been pondering lately.

Who....yes who indeed are we? Oh, I know we’re human beings....well some of us are but I’m speaking more about who we are inside.

If life has taught me anything it's that the human spirit can endure a lot of crap and still survive. Yet it is not without scars. Some scars are very visible and then there are the ones that cut the deepest but leave no visible mark.

Our tongue is one of the deadliest weapons we possess although, lately I believe it is our fingers. I’m referring to the Keyboard Cowboys/girls/whatever you identify as. I’m not trying to be funny I’m actually trying to be inclusive which is a delicate balancing act these days. I sometimes feel this is all a little over the top and unnecessary yet if I was excluded, I might feel slighted as well. Although, we were brought up in a generation that didn’t whine about this sort of thing as we were busy protesting against war and promoting women’s rights. Imagine that. Imagine that indeed, women are still fighting for the right to be classified as equal, deserving and taken seriously. I personally think that men have done enough damage on our planet and it’s time to let women take a crack at running things! Just saying!

Anyway.....back on point here. What Ruffled my Feathers was a community page on social media. One community likes to rip someone a new one more so than others I’ve been on but none are without a few Keyboard you know whats!

This particular string was about someone trying to place puppies into loving homes. A good Samaritan was trying to help a friend in need to home some puppies. What she received was a lot of judgement and finger pointing. Now, if you know me you know I hate, ahem.....I mean dislike, finger pointers cuz they forget there are three more pointed back in their direction!!!!

Just saying!

Everybody wants their opinion noted and will go to great lengths to get their “point” across. In the end, how does this help the puppies or the women? It doesn’t!!!!!

The page shut down comments as they became very judgmental, and some exposed way too much personal information and their opinion on the matter.

It made me both sad and angry that I couldn’t reach out and let that person know that I felt for her situation.

Now, I admit that at times we all make mistakes when we are passionate about something we love and care about. I am not any different. I have made mistakes in the past and will probably make a few in future but this situation hit me kind of hard.

You see not all of us are blessed with a perfect life. We’ve had to struggle to make it to where we are today. Some more than others but the journey is what makes us who we are.

Pointing out that the person lives in a “trailer park”, let her dog out unattended, the condition she lives in etc etc, does what exactly? All it does is tear down the character of the individual and does nothing to solve the problem.

I have not lived in a “trailer park” but I have come damn close. And let me just state that there is nothing wrong with living in a trailer or a trailer park. We do what we have to do to survive plain and simple.

There was a time in my life when things were not so good. I was grateful I had a roof over my head, at least 2 meals a day and worked after school to afford new clothes. Now, you may have enjoyed roast beef and mashed potatoes on Sunday night while we dined on fried bologna and home fries or pork and beans with cut up wieners but hey, we had food on the table and we sure as hell didn’t complain. My mother had a saying, “Don’t bite the hand that feeds ya!” I don’t think I need to explain that one. LOL

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I was so hurt by what I read that I had to go to my community page and reach out to others to let them know that there just might be another way, a better way to approach this. Whether you think I’m right or wrong is totally fine. I just had to put it out there for myself.

My post asked if we could maybe just stop being so judgmental and maybe reach out to this woman with a helping hand. If she can’t afford to get her dog spay then why couldn’t we as a community come together and take up donations in order to help her out? A lot of people do not spay or neuter their animals because of the astronomical cost associated with it. For something that everyone screams so much about you would think they would make it more affordable for everyone to get this service.

I remember years ago they used to have a traveling vet who would come into the area and offer vaccination services. I don’t understand why they couldn’t also offer a spay/neuter service as well....at an affordable rate so that everyone would come and get their animal done.

Let me just say that just because someone does not have an altered animal does not mean that they don’t love their pet. It doesn’t mean that they don’t deserve to be pet owners either. Some people are more responsible pet owners than those that have their pet altered, take their fur baby to a groomer or out for a spa day! We don’t have to lavish our animals with crap that costs money..... no, we need to spend quality time with them for training as well as companionship, feed them and provide shelter which is usually our homes and for some of us a portion or most of our bed! Ya, we say they are not coming up but guess what happens!

I can tell you honestly as an animal lover who has been privileged to have various animals in my life that there is no greater gift than the love an animal returns to you for no other reason than you are there for them.

I brushed our horses every single day....did I need to? Probably not but I brush my own hair every day so why not my beloved horses. Did I brush my cow’s hair every day...why yes I did. I may have referred to it as tenderizing but hey he got loved every single day (before and after). I talked to my Bawkers as well as my ducks and let me tell ya I always had eggs! LOL! If not, I threatened them with going in the pot. Hey, a girls gotta do what she must in order to motivate.... just saying! Okay, that might be slightly warped but it got the job done! There was allergies to cats so we only had barn cats except for one little girl we called Carmelita. She gave the best leg massages LOL! Ya, sometimes you have to spoil them. It’s worth it.

But it is my dogs that I have the strongest bond with. Those little fur balls tug at my heart like no other can. It’s those soft brown eyes that look deep into your soul that get me. Or maybe it’s those goofy expressions they get when you talk to them like they’re a human being and they look at you, cock their head as if to say what the hell are you talking about! Or perhaps it’s that lethal tail that wags a thousand miles an hour the moment they see you coming through the door! What a welcome they give us! Or when they snuggle up to us when they sense we are sad so we are not alone! They just make my day better in so many ways.

I’ve been blessed with a few great dogs in my life, and I loved each one of them like a family member.

They taught me how to be a better person, a better guardian over them, protector for them and advocate not only for fur and feather babies but also for we human beings.

I realize that we don’t all think the same way, nor do we act the same in similar situations, but my hope is that we could maybe be a little kinder towards one another instead of lashing out. Let’s try to put ourselves in their situation for just a moment and then think before we speak/type. If we could just take a breath and think before we react maybe just maybe we would treat others as we ourselves would like to be treated.

Helping each other is really a testament to who we are. Why can’t we reach out with a helping hand rather than harsh words that only serve the person spewing and do nothing for the actual situation.

Well....that’s what’s Ruffled my Feathers.

In a world where we can be anything.....let’s try harder to be kind.

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Trash and Treasures! We are now open Wednesday through Saturday IOAM-2PM . I stopped in to this magical place last Saturday, it was packed with both people and cars outside. Everyone was clutching treasures in arms, it’s a fun place so leave yourself lots of time! Its like a giant yard sale that’s held every week, and the best part, its inside a building!

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Event is 2 pm to 8 pm SATURDAY AUGUST 24TH. Judging of competitors in Ribfest is at 6:30 pm.

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Restoule Community Centre - First Game 8 am $200 per team BBQ Lunch sold by the Restoule Fire Department Saturday For more information contact us 519-754-8901 Live Music with Strait South at The Restoule Legion Saturday Cover Charge $10.00 Doors open at 5 Pizza Night - Overnight lodging available!

DUMP HOURS – GOLDEN VALLEY, TUESDAY 11AM-3PM, THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY7:30AM-11::30AM NORTH ROAD- TUESDAY 5-9PM – THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY, 1-6PM – Line dancing ( Monday ) at the Argyle Community Centre ...6:30 All are welcome !!! Bring indoor shoes and water.

Arnstein Gospel Hall Youth Night Ball Hockey is Back!!*** Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm @ Arnstein Rink Bring your stick, energy and water bottles! See you there!

Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. Port Loring Royal Canadian Legion Branch 415 - Wednesdays at 11 am line dancing....Monday nights at 6:30 at the Argyle Community Centre. Don’t forget your indoor shoes and your water bottle Bingo NIGHTS - Tuesdays at 7:30, Euchre Wednesday at 7, Darts Friday at 7 and Cribbage Saturdays at 1pm.Please donate your empty bottle and can collections at the sea can in the Legion parking lot on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11-2.

Bingo is back at the Legion, 7:30 Tuesday nights, Euchre is Thursday night at 7, Darts Friday at 7 and Cribbage Saturdays at 1pm. Seniors Luncheon is the second Tuesday of every month. The Empties Return Depot is located in the C-Can in the parking lot of the Legion and is open Wednesday and Saturday 11-2.

Why not donate those empties back to the Legion?

St. Andrew’s United Church Tuesday morning ‘Coffee and Tunes’ hour at 10:00am.... accessible to everyone... and for anyone who wants to come out for a coffee, a chat, hear some tunes, or have a game of crib... Everyone is welcome and if you play an instrument and or sing... please feel welcome to do so.

If you are a baker and want to bring some cookies or squares...yes!!! please bring some, Just another way we are hoping to meet our new residents, and reconnect with others.... Admission is free with a good will jar to help pay for coffee, cream etc.

The Food Bank is open the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 11-1, located across from Buchanan’s Castle Building Centre in Port Loring.

ARNSTEIN- Come on out to Tots and Toddlers Wednesday 10-11:30am Arnstein Gospel Hall We would love to make a coffee/tea for you moms, dads and carers and let the kids play! Come have fun with us! All welcome.

AUGUST 19TH MONDAY TO FRIDAY AUGUST 23RD. 10AM-11:30AM CIRCUS VBS AT ARNSTEIN GOSPEL HALL! GREAT GAMES, QUIZZES, SNACKS, CRAFTS & - EXCITING BIBLE STORIES IN THE BIG TENT AT ARNSTEIN GOSPEL HALL - ALL BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME! IT’S FREE !!! ****SAVE THE DATE !!! ******* LOTS OF CIRCUS STYLE FUN TRICKS, PRIZES, GREAT BIBLE STORIES and LOTS MORE! Feel free to email to make enquries at jesseandjudie@yahoo.co.uk Can‘t Wait to have fun in the Big Top Tent at Arnstein Gospel Hall CATHOLIC MASS - Hi everyone. I think this would qualify as a kind of public service announcement. I am a retired Roman Catholic priest living in a water access cottage on Toadlake, about half a kilometre from Tornados Lodge. I celebrate Mass every Sunday in my summer chapel at 11:00 a.m. if you would like to attend, kindly drop me an email. Have a blessed summer everyone! - James. McLenaghen jnmc358@gmail.com. Anyone can email me for directions to the cottage for Sunday mass.

RestouIe Legion Needs Volunteers for Ribfest Aug 23 Set-up and August 24 event day! Students welcome (volunteer hours for high school will apply) Text or call 718-2846 (5191-754-890 COMMANDA – AUGUST 17TH- 2024 SUMMER FEST! In Commanda! FOOD- LIE MUSIC- GAMES-BEER-WINEQUILT SHOW- VENDORS-ANTIQUE TRACTORS-

BINGO TOO! - Come explore the only historically designated building in the area and check out our internet café! Gift shop with local artisan goods. Try our (almost world famous) milkshakes and new indigenous and genealogy exhibits! - HWY 522 -4077 & 4009. COMMANDA FREE ENTRY CRAFTERNOON SESSIONS at the Commanda Community Centre! Join us Sundays, 2-4pm! Come out and enjoy a coffee or tea and conversation. At our last event we had a fantastic turn-out and so much fun! Bring your craft and meet some new neighbours!

Refreshments are available for a small donation.

SEPTMEMBER 7TH -On the first Saturday of the month enjoy a years-long tradition at the Commanda Community Centre! Saturday August 3, 8 pm to 11 pm Doors open at 7:30 Note the later start time for this month! Bring your instruments and join us for our Monthly Dance & Jam night! Country, blues, oldies and more! Not a musician? Why not dust off your dancing shoes & get your dancing partner off the couch? Never been to our monthly social before?

Picture a good old fashioned kitchen party, but with a dance floor! Be prepared for dancing, smiling, laughing, singing along and otherwise having a ton of fun!

Bring your family & friends! There are soft drinks, water, coffee, & tea available for purchase! You are welcome to bring potluck snacks/desserts. This is an alcohol free event. Admission is free however donations are always appreciated! Your participation & donations keep our community centre operating. . *there is a piano and PA set up on site Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances !

FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. Commanda - Commanda Community - Fridays at 10:00 am Stay On Your Feet Classes - Commanda Community Centre Fridays at l0 am – ll am. All levels of ability welcome! Modifications can be made for everyone FREE: stay on Your Feet Classes - Fall prevention fitness No need to register - Just show up and nave fun!

East Parry Sound Community Support Services For inquires about the classes can CSS office - 705-7246028 Call for makers, artists & vendors!! Thank you!

Over the past several weeks we asked for your feedback through a survey about winter markets at the CCC and you responded! We still need more information to plan this initiative. We’re asking local makers to let us know if you’re interested in participating in indoor winter markets. In order to hold these events, we need volunteers for set up, kitchen duty & volunteer bakers. Our volunteer coordinator is asking; if you are a vendor, would you be willing to bring along someone to volunteer?

YOGA THURSDAYS @ 6:30PM – 7:30PM – ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME - $10 PER PERSON - Skill Levels Welcome Commanda Community Centre 4009 Hwy 522 Commanda AUGUST 10TH – 4PM-7PM- CAR SHOW AT THE Commanda Community Centre GOLDEN VALLEY – DUMP HOURS – GOLDEN VALLEY, TUESDAY 11AM-3PM, THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY7:30AM-11::30AM NORTH ROAD- TUESDAY 5-9PM – THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY, 1-6PM – LONG WEEKEND MONDAYS – NORTH ROAD ONLY 9AM-1PM. St. Andrew’s United Church Sunday Worship services at 10:30 am for the month of May. Everyone welcome. Experience a sense of community and belonging .

Monday Night Bid Euchre will be held at St. Paul’s United Church in Golden Valley.

RESTOULE BUCKS LODGE AND GRILL! - open 7 days a week!!!. ALL day breakfast. 8:30AM to 8PM BIG NEWS! BUCK’S NOW IS FULLY LICENSED! Planning is in the works for our first Vendors Market on Thurs Aug 15th from 9am to 2pm Just $35 for a spot, bring your own tables and tents. We will do the advertising on Facebook. If you would like to book a spot please pm us with your craft or farmers items. We will not have multiple vendors with the same items. First come first served. Please contact Buck’s Lodge for more information.

NEED YOUR LOCKS CUT? New Hairstylist in town! SAND STUDIO - Bethany Peters - Licensed Hairstylist 705 305 4267 - Call to book an appointment RestouIe Legion Needs Volunteers for Ribfest Aug 23 Set-up and August 24 event day! Students welcome (volunteer hours for high school will apply) Text or call 718-2846 (5191-754-890 JULY 27TH- BUCK’S GRILL AND LODGE – IS OPEN AND TONS OF FUN!!! Great food, great friends! For large party reservations please call 705-380-4085 AUGUST 24th- 2-8PM – RESTOULE RIBFEST AND ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR - LIVE MUSIC - LIONS CLUB KIDS ZONE. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Port Loring Home Hardware, PJC Property Inc, Cozy Commanda Lake Cottages, Moreau Septic Pumping Inc, Assante Spire Advisors, Jamie Geisler & Tony Sutey, Our Neck Of The Woods Commanda Lake, George & Dawn Stripe REMAX, Luksa Collective Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. Restoule Community Centre - Tuesdays at 10:00 am SEPTEMBER 28TH - BRIAN NICHOLLS MEMORIAL CO-ED BASEBALL TOURNAMENT - Baseball Tournament 14yrs + now accepting teams!

Restoule Community Centre - First Game 8 am $200 per team BBQ Lunch sold by the Restoule Fire Department Saturday For more information contact us 519-754-8901 Live Music with Strait South at The Restoule Legion Saturday Cover Charge $10.00 Doors open at 5 Pizza Night - Overnight lodging available!

ARBF Agricultural Society 143RD. FALL FAIR, MONDAY ,SEPTEMBER 2ND, is looking for VENDORS and CRAFTERS . FREE OUTDOOR SPACE, INDOOR SPACE $20 – VENDOR INSURANCE REQUIRED - For More Information -Please Contact: Angela Friesen arbfag.vendor@gmail.com "ARBF 2024 Fall Fair" in subject line find us on FaceBook - www.a fas.ca AUGUST 24, 2024 - IOAM - 2PM - HAZMAT DAYS -LOCATION: STRONG LANDFILL 483 FORREST LAKE ROAD, SUNDRIDGE, ON- PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITES, TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR BURK’S FALLS AND DISTRICT FOOD BANK DONATIONS NEEDED WE ARE ACCEPTING CLEAN, GENTLY USED BAGS AND SMALL CARDBOARD BOXES. DROP OFF TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS IOAM-12PM, MAIN DOOR THANK YOU KATRINE UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP is fully stocked with everything that you need for summer! Lots of clothing, small appliances and treasures!

Proceeds to the Katrine United Church! Thankyou everyone for your ongoing support!

Be sure to stop by the ‘Little Library’ Chetwynd Church. Take a book or leave a book. Free!

Katrine pizza is OPEN! Watch for our very tasty specials! !Open 7 days a week 11:30-8:30 (705) 382 6384 LOCATED IN THE KATRINE GENERAL STORE! Until SEPTEMBER 11TH ,Yoga in Katrine at Doe Lake Park Wednesday nights from 7-8 pm. A relaxing, yet invigorating stretch and meditation on the beautiful beach while the sun sets. Suitable for all ages, sizes and shapes. Bring a mat, and maybe a towel to lay it on, blanket if the evening is cool, and bug spray if you need it.

7PM-9PM. STRINGING PURLS – KNITTING WORKSHOP at the Katrine Community Centre. Come and start a group project or bring in a current project you are working on. Bring 5.5mm needles and a worsted weight yarn if doing the project. Beginners are welcome! ENTRY BY DONATION, INSTRUCTOR : CASIE GODFREY AUGUST 10TH - 2nd ANNUAL ALMAGUIN PRIDE PARTY - 7:00pm-11:00pm Katrine Community Centre - Entry FREE Pay What You Can Donation - For more information, to sponsor or schedule an interview, please contact Claire Burns: almaguinpride@ gmail.com Square dancing and line dancing every Tuesday.

Come drop in Tuesdays at 7pm at the Katrine Community Centre.

Leisure Club has Bid Euchre every Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 - 4ish followed by a light snack.

Tuesday evening at 7pm- square dancing.

MONDAYS! SEW MUCH FUN - DROP INS Entry by donation Come work on your own project or help work on quilts for charitable donations - Every Mondays until December 16 - from 5pm - 8pm (you can come and go as you please) All welcome. This is a time to bring that sewing machine that has been shoved in the closet for years or bring out that project you said you would finish! Mary is here to help guide you with any of your sewing needs! Instructor : Mary Joy - 3 rental machines - $5 each Monday AUGUST 10TH - 2nd ANNUAL ALMAGUIN PRIDE PARTY - 7:00pm-11:00pm Katrine Community Centre - Entry FREE Pay What You Can Donation. For more information, to sponsor or schedule an interview, please contact Claire Burns: almaguinpride@gmail. com SEPTEMBER 7TH- 27th Annual Pike & Pickerel Tournament - Bonus for Live Release. Registration from 6:15 AM - on Shotgun Start at 7:15 AM (on Little Doe Lake) Proceeds to assist in Community Projects For more information or additional Registration Forms Contact: (705) 783-6096 or (705) 571-1862 or emsdalelions@gmail.com. Prizes to be awarded at Almaguin Highlands Golf & Country Club - 4:00 PM Bid Euchre on Tuesday at 1:30 downstairs in the seniors room. join in at 1:30 start until about 4-ish.

Square dancing is held on Tuesday evenings at 7pm downstairs. Couples dancing will follow at 9pm.

OCTOBER 3RD – 7PM- FALL- FASHION FRENZY!!!

KATRINE COMMUNITY CENTRE - LIMITED TICKETS $30 –FASHION SHOW, COCKTAILS, THRIFTING! Donations of excellent used business/ business casual wear will start September 4TH, at the Katrine Community Centre Come out on October 3RD and enjoy a Fashion show • Cocktails • Shop till you drop rat race! FOR TICKETS VISIT: WWW.ARMOURTOWNSHIP.CA

SATURDAY NIGHT FUN AT ALMAGUIN PRIDE EVENT Sisters Wanda (Murray) Hill and Marie (Murray) Stitt tell us that they had a blast on Saturday night, August 10th when they took in the 2nd Annual Pride Event held in Katrine at the beautiful newly renovated Katrine Community Centre. Wanda said, ‘ Instead of sitting alone at home on a Saturday night watching a Hallmark movie…my sister and I went to the Almaguin Pride Event in Katrine, it was a great evening.’

The event was an evening of friendship and laughter that was filled with pride and enjoyed by people from near and far.

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home library. The deadline for entering the draw is September 6 at 5 pm.

Friends Forever Childcare Centre LAND CF LAKES BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM- OPEN 7AM-8:40AM AND 3:15P-6PM, AGES 3.8 – 12 YEARS. Fully Fully Licensed childcare, CWELLC and subsidized funding available 92 Ontario St. Burk’s Falls. ON POA ICO For more Info: • MROSS@FRIENOSFOREVERCHILDCARE.CA • WWW.FRIENOSFOREVERCHILD BURK’S FALLS AND DISTRICT FOOD BANK - DONATIONS NEEDED WE ARE ACCEPTING CLEAN, GENTLY USED BAGS AND SMALL CARDBOARD BOXES. DROP OFF TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS IOAM-12PM, MAIN DOOR THANK YOU The Almaguin Highlands Family Health Team (formerly the Burk’s Falls Family Health Team) is please to announce their new name, website and Facebook page with the Almaguin communities. Links to their social media are below: REACH THEM BY PHONE AT THEIR NEW NUMBER: 705-704-9999 - https:// www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560812704062 http://www.ahfht.ca/https://www.instagram.com/ almaguinhighlands_fht/ New Phone Number For Almaguin Healthcare PHONE NUMBER CHANGE 705-704-9999 To reach these services in Burk’s Falls: X-ray Clinic, Specimen Collection and Physiotherapy FROZEN MEAL DELIVERY! MEALS ARE $7.00 & CONSIST OF MAIN COURSE & DESSERT “DELIVERED EVERY MONDAY - ELIGIBLE PERSONS INCLUDE: - SENIORS 65+ -THOSE WHO ARE TERMINALLY/CHRONICALLY ILL - THOSE WITH A DEVELOPMENT DISABILITY - THOSE RECENTLY DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL (I.E. POST SURGERY) - EAST PARRY SOUND Support Services FOR MORE INFO & TO ORDER - CONTACT CSS @ 705-724-6028 Welcome to this wonderful new business in Burk’s Falls! WHIMSICAL ENCOUNTERS BALLOONERY, BALLOON BOQUETS, ARRANGEMENTS, PARTY AND EVENT DÉCOR! 89 ONTARIO STREET, BURK’S FALLS - CHECK THEM OUR FOR ALL OF YOUR PARTY CELBRATION NEEDS! (705 ) 388-1998 ARBF Agricultural Society 143RD. FALL FAIR, MONDAY ,SEPTEMBER 2ND, is looking for VENDORS and CRAFTERS . FREE OUTDOOR SPACE, INDOOR SPACE $20 – VENDOR INSURANCE REQUIRED - For More Information -Please Contact: Angela Friesen arbfag.vendor@gmail.com “ARBF 2024 Fall Fair” in subject line find us on FaceBook - www.a fas.ca CURIOUS COTTAGE is now open! Take the time to visit this whimsical and charming store located at 195 Ontario Street Burks falls. Across from the post office .

AUGUST 17TH- 10AM-3PM - Next Nail Trim Fundraiser!!!! All proceeds are helping us with Nova’s Vet Bills!!!! Please share! NAIL TRIM FUNDRAISER 32 Fox Lane Burks Falls located off of Chetwynd Rd at The Clamping C roomer All proceeds are going to Nova’s recovery and vet bills Minimum $10 donation per pet August Ice Rental Availability- Looking for some private ice time? Check out the August availability!

Available Ice Times - Email – arena@burksfalls.caPhone – 705- 382-3811 Online request -app.bookking.ca/burksfallspub THE BURK’S FALLS TOWN THEATRE LINEUP FOR AUGUST!, Aug 16th-23rd – Twisters, Aug 23rd-29th Deadpool Wolverine DID YOU KNOW? You can purchase pre-paid movie tickets at a $10 flat rate that are good for any movie over the summer season?? WHAT A GREAT GIFT AUGUST 17TH - - – 5:30-7:30 Agricultural Society Presents A PIG ROAST FUNDRAISER at Burk’s rails Legion. ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE A SELECT LOCATIONS AROUND BURK’S FALLS Adults $15 •advance* or $20 at the door. Youth (612yrs) $10 Seniors (65yrs+) $10 Family Pass $40 (2 Adults, 2 Youth or Senior) , Kids (5 & Under) FREEI AUGUST 22ND- Burk’s Falls Seniors Foot Care - Royal Canadian Legion Branch #405 9 Mary Street, Burk’s Falls ON - Held On The 4th Thursday Of Each Month AUGUST 22ND , September 26 , October 24 , November 28, December n/a - $25.00 per person Contact Sarah Harnock to book your appointment 705-471-1707 AUGUST 23RD-29TH- DEADPOOL WOLVERINE VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS - AUGUST MOVIE LINEUP! AUGUST 24, 2024 IOAM - 2PM - HAZMAT DAYS - LOCATION: STRONG LANDFILL 483 FORREST LAKE ROAD. SUNDRIDGE, ON. PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITES; VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS, TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR, TOWNSHIP OF RYERSON AUGUST 30TH – 5-7PM- ROAST BEEF DINNER - The Holy Spirit Cook Team - Burk’s Falls Legion, 9 Mary Street $20 for adults, $10 for children, free for 6 years and under . To reserve your dinner tickets call Mary Sterling at (705) 382-1761 Proceeds — St. Patrick’s Parish General Account SEPTEMBER 2ND- ARMOUR, RYERSON, & BURKS FALLS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 143RD ANNUAL FALL FAIR VENDORS & CRAFTORS WANTED - GATES OPEN AT 8 AM - Free 10’ x 10’ Outdoor Spaces - Indoor Spaces Available $20 (Vendor Insurance Is Required) RAIN OR SHINE -For more information contact Angela @ arbfag.vendor@gmail.com “ARBF 2024 FALL FAIR” in the subject line - Visit our Website www.arbfas.ca ARBF PUBLIC LIBRARY Special Events - Saturday, August 24, 11:00-1:00: TD Summer Reading Pizza Party! Are you signed up for TD Summer Reading at the library? It’s not too late!

Spin the prize wheel for every book you finish. Read 10 books or more, and you’ll be invited to our pizza party!

Blue Sky Libraries Adventure - With the goal of facilitating the discovery and exploration of our region, twelve member libraries are cross-promoting their programs and events. You don’t need a library card to attend ANY library program or event in the area at any time of the year, but, for the summer we are ramping things up with a library passport. The passport features a map of the region with all the library locations, as well as a coloring page specific to each library, and QR codes for member websites. Visitors and residents can pick up their passport at any participating library and receive a stamp for each library they visit. Collect five or more stamps to be entered into a draw for a great prize valued at $50 from your

OCTOBER 4TH AND 5TH-PUCK AND BALL TOURNAMENT AT Burks Falls Arena/Fairgrounds Cost: 600 per team. Guaranteed two hockey games and two baseball games.

Camping available on site. Mens and Women’s division TO REGISTER : LUCAS - 705-349-8483 OR DEVON - 705-618-1329 $300 DEPOSIT REQUIRED DEPOSIT SECURES YOUR SPOT - LIMITED TO 12 TEAMS SAVOUR THIS now be open: Thursday 11-5 Friday 11-6 Saturday 11-5 Sunday 12-5 Coffee will be on, goodies will be out, and we bake continuously through the day to try and keep the display cases full of fun and delicious treats! We also carry amazing sourdough bread made by Queen Street Sourdough right here in Burk’s Falls (not on Thursday thought) Almaguin Donation store is now taking donations Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm. WE prefer not to accept donations on Saturdays, as they are super busy and it is hard to help our lovey customers while sorting through a lot of things. We do understand some can only donate on a Saturday - so just call or message us and we can make arrangements for you to drop off your items THURSDAYS EVENINGS OF SUMMER - Motorcycle ride every Thursday evening. Kick stands up @ 5:30 from Legacy Life Centre. All are welcome!

Pulled Smokehouse & Welcome Centre Canteen is open for the season!

THE BURK’S FALLS CAFÉ - Hours 9-3pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. 9-3pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-2pm. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS ALWAYS UNIQUE FINDS! Check out Green’s Liquidators! Monday, Thursday, Friday. 11am - 5pm and Saturday 11am -3pm NEW HOURS! CIRCLING HAWKS IN BURK’S FALLS is open WED-SAT 10-4:30 - SUN 11-4 Mindful Movement for Older Adults - TAKE FREE CLASSES EVERY WEDNESDAY - 9:30 AM BURKS FALLS ARENA SEWING CLUBS @ YOUR LIBRARY! Wednesdays 5-7pm and 1st Saturday of the month. Please call the library to register!

Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. - Burk’s Falls Arena - Wednesdays at 9:30 am FALL PREVENTION CLASSES FOR SENIORS! FREE! Classes are offered every Wednesday at 9:30 am at the ARBF arena upstairs. No registration required , Just show up and have some laughter and fun friendship!

COUNTRY FUSION DANCE CLASS AT THE LEGION WITH Cindy Legett! Wednesdays at 6:30pm. 12 weeks, $120 or $12 walk ins HOURS FOR RYERSON TWP. - CLOSED MONDAYS - Tuesday - Friday 8:30am-4pm.

AUGUST 31st - BURK’S FALLS HORSE SHOW! EXTREME COWBOY coming Saturday August 31, 2024, OXC AND EXCA POINT SHOW. WESTERN GAMES - Sunday September 1ST. ENGLISH & WESTERN SHOW, September 1,ST. WESTERN PERFORMANCE September 2ND. FOOD ONSITE at the fairgrounds. CAMPING AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2ND, - 2024 ARMOUR RYERSON 143RD FALL FAIR INVITES VENDORS, CRAFTERS, WANTED! FREE 10X10 OUTDOOR SPACE! INDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE FOR $20 – (VENDOR INSURANCE REQUIRED) RAIN OR SHINE! For More Information -Please Contact: Angela Friesen arbf.vendor@gmail. com -”ARBF 2024 Fall Fair” in subject line SEPTEMBER 2nd- MEET US AT THE FALL FAIR! The Burk’s Falls Historical Society invites you to join us The original friend symbol from the 1980s! A popular piece of history! Remember SAFETY PIN FRIENDSHIP JEWELREY? It was a safety pin Loaded up with coloured beads! Visit our booth at the ARBF fall fair, and Let’s make friendship pins! Fun for all ages!

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ARBF PUBLIC LIBRARY WEEKLY PROGRAMS! TUESDAY- BOOKTIVITIES AGEST 0-5, 10:30-11:30AM – BUILDER’S WORKSHOP – 1PM-2PM- MINECRAFT – 3:30-5:30PM WEDNESDAY – GALAXY EXPLOERERS 10:30AM12NOON- CRAFTERNOON- 2:30-3:30PM – CHESS CLUB – 4PM THURSDAY – BOOKTIVITIES AGEST 6-12, 10:30AM11:30AM, KINDNESS CREW- 1:30-2:30PM, MINECRAFT, 3:30-5:30PM – FRIDAY- STEM ACTIVITIES- 10:30AM-12NOON, LIBRARY DETECTIVES, 2-4PM, SATURDAY- STAY TUNED FOR SPECIAL EVENTS! AND TED SUMMER READING CLUB 2024

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The Burk’s Falls Legion needs volunteers to help us continue to bring all the great events and more to our community. You don’t have to be a member to be part of a nonprofit like the Legion to support and give back to our past and current Veterans, seniors and community.

Our Dart League is so much fun! Come on out and meet a great group of people and have a fun afternoon. Every Sunday afternoon at 2pm Great atmosphere, great bar staff, best beer prices in town! Never played before? That’s ok! (we know how to duck ) $5/ week - 7 games End of the season Pot Luck, Cash Prizes for high scores, Door Prizes @everyone FRIDAY NIGHT FISH AND CHIPS! Don’t enjoy fish? We also have chicken fingers and chips!. Every Friday from 4-7pm. Large portions, great prices! $15, including tax! Please call ahead to pre-order at 705382-3137 after 2:00pm ,Eat in or take out . This has become such a wonderful event that we ask that you please make a reservation or call ahead so that we don’t run out!

AUGUST 22ND- Burk’s Falls Seniors Foot Care - Held On The 4th Thursday Of Each Month - August 22 , September 26 , October 24 , November 28, December n/a - $25.00 per person Contact Sarah Harnock to book your appointment 705-471-1707 AUGUST 27TH - BURK’S FALLS LIONS B – I – N – G – O at The Burk’s Falls Legion! are back every 2nd and 4th Tuesday in a month Doors open at 6:30pm, Bingo starts at 7pm Drinks and snacks available at the bar. Bring your spouse who can enjoy Free Snooker or Shuffleboard on our bar side if they don’t want to play Bingo. Bar will be open * Please NO outside food or drinks* We hope we will see you, come out and have lots of fun! Maybe even win a few cards!

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Church Roast Beef dinners are the LAST Saturday of every month starting tomorrow night and running until October or November at the BURKS FALLS Legion.

Start at 5pm, adults $20, kids $10 and under six are free.

SEPTEMBER 3RD , Seniors Luncheon will be held at the Legion Branch 405, first Tuesday of each month, Lunch begins at noon. Open to all residents of East Parry Sound District age 65+. Please call the legion directly to reserve. If you reserve, please try your best to make it! RESERVE YOUR LUNCH Please call the Legion directly to reserve (705) 382-3137 SEPTEMBER 20TH- 3rd. Friday COFFEE HOUSE! It’s ALWAYS a GREAT night out. at the Burk’s Falls Royal Canadian Legion Br 405 for this month’s famous 3rd Friday Coffee House, sponsored

by Hunters Bay Radio, CKAR, The Bay 88.7FM, & presented by Jamie Oppenheimer (Jamie Oppenheimer, Songwriter) Did you know that you DON’T have to be a member to enjoy all the Legion has to offer? Come on out and enjoy FREE Snooker and our 2 Shuffleboard tables while sipping on your favourite drink and watching the game on tv. Why wouldn’t you?

BURK’S FALLS LEGION IN A NUT SHELL! Fish N Chips AND Chicken Fingers ONLY $15! - Every Friday 4-7pm Call (705) 382-3137 after 2 pm to reserve Meat Draw 2 pm Every 2nd and 4th Saturday $2 regular draw (5 draws) $3 bonus draw (box of meat, must be entered in every regular draw) BINGO - Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday - Doors Open at 6:30 pm Games start at 7 pm FREE SNOOKER & SHUFFLEBOARD Every day

Happy Birthday Wishes to Bob Miller of Katrine, who celebrated his birthday August 9th.

Bob, you look pretty good for an old fella, It must be your frequent lunches at the Burk’s Falls Café and Grill that keep you smiling! We wish you a wonderful year ahead!

PLEASE JOIN US IN WISHING JUSTIN ROBINSON A HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY! JUSTIN CELEBRATED HIS BIRTHDAY AUGUST 2ND. JUSTIN, WE WISH YOU A FUN FILLED AMAZING YEAR AHEAD!

HARM-REDUCTION ACTIVISTS DEFEND SAFER SUPPLY WITH CONSPIRACY THEORIES

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Faced with mounting evidence that “safer supply” programs are harming Canadian youth, some prominent harm-reduction activists are now peddling conspiracy theories and blaming the media for rising opioid addictions. This is absurd.

These programs distribute free addictive drugs — predominantly hydromorphone, a heroin-strength opioid — under the assumption that this practice “saves lives” by mitigating use of riskier street substances.

In truth, most safer supply clients “divert” (sell or trade) almost all of their hydromorphone on the black market to acquire stronger illicit drugs, which then floods communities with the opioid and fuels new addictions among adults and youth.

Addiction experts have been sounding the alarm over safer supply diversion for more than a year — but harm-reduction activists have falsely insisted there is no evidence that this diversion is widespread or that youth are being harmed.

However, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health published survey data in May showing that, between 2021 and 2023, the number of Ontario students who reported using pharmaceutical opioids for “non-medical” purposes skyrocketed by 71%, while the number of students who said that it is easy to obtain such opioids rose by 42%.

As safer supply only became widely available in the province in 2020, these figures have raised eyebrows.

Addiction physicians have said that, based on their clinical experiences, safer supply is likely fuelling this trend. CAMH’s findings are also consistent with toxicology data released by the B.C. Coroners Service last summer, which showed that hydromorphone-related youth drug deaths spiked in B.C. after safer supply programs were expanded — whereas 0% of such deaths involved hydromorphone in 2019, by 2022 that number had spiked to 22%.

Similarly, data recently released by the police in London, Ontario shows that hydromorphone seizures skyrocketed by 3,000% after access to safer supply was expanded in that city. Some harm reduction activists have begun to acknowledge the risks that safer supply poses to youth.

“I’m not going to stand up here and say that some kids, some adolescents, are not accessing diverted safe supply and using diverted safe supply. Kids experiment with everything, and we need to be honest to ourselves that kids probably experiment with diverted safer supply as well,” said Dr Sereda.

But many harm reduction activists have, quite predictably, tried to undermine the impact of emerging data which confirms the impacts of safer supply diversion. With respect to the CAMH report, these activists seemingly accept the overall validity of its findings, but have decided to blame the media, not harm reduction programs, for the rise in prescription opioid abuse among Ontario’s teens.

In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Guy Felicella, one of Canada’s most influential harm reduction activists, argued that “right-wing politicians and other media” caused youth to experiment with prescription opioids by providing “non-stop coverage” of safer supply diversion since last year.

Apparently, large numbers of teenagers are reading the National Post and listening to Pierre Poilievre, and then experimenting with opioids after being informed of how accessible and ruinous they are.

Felicella’s narrative was quickly amplified by other influential figures in Canada’s harm reduction movement, including NDP MP Gord Johns, who sits in the House of Commons health committee and is currently tasked with co-investigating the national opioid epidemic.

Someone should give these people tinfoil hats, honestly.

While scientific literature in this area is scarce, existing studies suggest that media coverage of drug epidemics either slightly reduces drug use or has no significant impact on it.

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Happy 58th Wedding Anniversary Dale and Gayle Caldwell who recently celebrated many wonderful years. We wish you all the very best wishes for many years ahead filled with memories and health and happiness.

ARDBEG The HALIBUT at LOGGERS STATION HOUSE ARDBEG, has been a great success, thanks to everyone that comes out to support US! we just got another load of halibut so,,,,it’s always FISH FRIDAY at Loggers Station House,,1pc haddock $16.95 2pc $19.95;;;1pc halibut $18.95 2pc halibut $23.95,,served with House batter, house made coleslaw, house cut fried, lemon wedges, and house made tarted, dine in our fully licensed restaurant or take-our, please call ahead to reserve your fish,705 389 1966 PUT A Grand in Your Hand! Want to win $1,000? Try your luck with the Whitestone McKellar Lions Club’s Grand in Your Hand Lottery.

Choose a number(s) from 1 to 100 at $20.00 each. Send email with selected number(s) to LottoWMLC@gmail.com to confirm availability.

Once confirmed, send payment via e-transfer to LottoWMLC@gmail.com. Must reference “Grand in Your Hand” and chosen number(s). **Number(s) officially claimed once payment is received - number(s) cannot be put on hold. See Rules of Play at www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/whitestone_mckellar). Once all 100 numbers are sold, $1,000 will be awarded to the draw winner and $1,000 will go to the Whitestone McKellar Lions Club and back into your community! See picture for availability.

WCA Bingo- Bingo is back in Dunchurch with the Whitestone Conservation Association on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer. Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. Games Begin: 6:00 p.m. - Location: Dunchurch Community Centre - Payment: Cash only - Proceeds go towards purchasing equipment for the Whitestone Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic. Come for the fun, stay for the community spirit!

It’s Always fish Friday at loggers Station House Ardbeg, haddock OR halibut, dipped in house batter, served with House cut fries, house made coleslaw, house made tarter, lemon wedged, haddock 1pc$16.95 2pc$19.95, halibut 1pc$18.95 2pc$23.95,,,dine in our licensed restaurant, please call ahead to reserve your HALIBUT, 705 389 1966.

Loggers Station House, has various positions available for up coming busy summer 2024 season,(line cook experience preferred, front end small convince store and gas ) this could be a permanent year round opportunity for the right candidate, please call 705 389 1966 or705 773-8247 to set up a interview, please leave detailed message.

Please contact Blair Mcammond The Recreation Committee is currently fundraising to replace our beloved Christmas tree in the municipality. Work is being done to arrange a new tree and we are fundraising for a new set of lights. Donation boxes will be available at recreation events. Please reach out to a member of the recreation committee if you are interested in helping out.

Great North Arrow Newspaper is now available for purchase at Loggers Station as well as Duck Rock Resort and Trader Ted’s in Ahmic Harbour.

WHITESTONE: As a Fire Department, we are always looking for volunteers to join the ranks. To learn more and apply, contact Fire Chief Whitman at fire.department@whitestone. ca.

WHITESTONE LANDFILL REUSE CENTRE IS OPEN DURING DUMP HOURS!!! Items must be CLEAN and in GOOD CONDITION / WORKING ORDER Acceptable items include: small furniture, sporting goods, toys, books, housewares, etc. UNACEPTABLE ITEMS include: hazardous materials, food wastes, liquids, potentially unsanitary items (such as toilets, mattresses, etc.), textiles and bulky items. The Attendant has the discretion to not accept any item to Re-Use Centre. There is no charge to take items home. Items are selected and removed from the Reuse Centre at your own risk.

The Municipality does not warrant or guarantee the items in any way and they are taken AS IS. From the Municipality of Whitestone - Yard Waste Coupons - Whitestone has opted to eliminate this year’s May Newsletter. Residents will remember that typically as part of the May newsletter was a FREE YARD WASTE & BRUSH COUPON. The FREE YARD WASTE program is still available! We urge residents to transport their yard waste and brush to the Aulds Road Landfill, where a maximum diameter of eight (8) inches is permitted. Each property is entitled to one (1) free pick up truck size load of brush/leaves.

Simply provide your name and property address to the Landfill attendant upon arrival. Let’s keep

our community clean and green together!

ARCHERY CLASSES - FRIDAYS 4 PM-6PM and SATURDAYS 10 AM - NOON - AGES 5-99 DROP-IN, FREE TO ATTEND - Funded by the Government of Canada.

AUGUST 16TH- AUGUST 17TH- Dunchurch Fall Fair - Friday, August 16, 2024 , 5:00pm9:00pm AND Saturday, August 17, 2024, 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday, August 17, 2024, 8:00pm-11:00pm Dunchurch Community Centre $5.00 —Children under 12 Free Dunchurch Fall Fair. Friday night features live music, petting zoo, Farmer’s Olympics, food booth supper special, exhibits and children’s tractor pull.

Saturday walking parade at 11 on fairgrounds, Science North Hands on exhibit, Holly the Holstein, games and contests, food, displays, vendors, petting zoo, face painting and library activities.- Saturday night square dance.

AUGUST 18TH-Red Cross CPR and first aid course August 18th at 10am at the Whitestone fire hall. Come out and learn how to save a life and or get re certified for work/ school or for your own knowledge! Dm for more details AUGUST 17TH- 10AM-4PM DUNCHURCH AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY - VENDORS WANTED !!!We are seeking vendors and crafters to participate in our 136th Dunchurch Community Centre/DunDome Fee: $15 Dunchurch Fall Fair or information: Call Beth 705 774 1889 Email: dasfallfair@gmail.com SEPTEMBER 13TH, Trivia Night- We’ll be pausing the regularly scheduled Family Game Night at the library for one week on Friday, September 13 for a Trivia Night at 6:00 pm!Bring your team or find a new one at the event. We’ll be quizzing you on all things superstition and spooky. Registration: https://whitestone.olsn. ca/events/trivia-night/ SEPTEMBER 25TH- Craft Night - Join us for our next Craft Night on September 26 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the library. We’ll be carving our own custom stamps! This is a drop-in program, no registration required.

Would you like to support recreation events in your community? Join us for the Recreation Committee’s monthly meeting following the craft night at 7:00 pm. Everyone welcome!

Walk Fit with Rebecca - Monday & Friday 10:00am to 11:00am - Information call or text Rebecca at 705-773-2091. Dunchurch Community Centre. Join us for a gentle exercise class!

Try Walk Fit with West Parry Sound Community Support Services at the Dunchurch Community Centre. For more information: Rebecca Green: 705-773-2091 Linda Taylor: 705-746-5602 LANDFILL SITE HOURS, CLOSED for all statutory holidays in the Winter. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday – 9.am – 5pm. SUNDAY AND HOLIDAY MONDAY’S – 12pm. – 5pm.

BOTH SITES ARE CLOSED STATUTARY HOLIDAYS DURING WINTER HOURS. Fire Permit Registration- Planning to have a bonfire? Don’t forget to register for your fire permit online. Be sure to check the fire rating before lighting a fire or launching fireworks.

SENIOR CONNECT - Help is available to seniors 65+ in the West Parry Sound District. West Parry Sound District - Community Support Services Do you have anything preventing you from feeling safe in your home? Is your refrigerator empty? Have you had something traumatic happen to you? Are you feeling well enough to cook a healthy meal? Do you have suitable transportation to and from social, shopping and medical appointments?

Would it be wise to have someone call to check on your well-being? Would you like someone to talk with? - Connect with us by calling 705-746-5602 FREE SERVICES INCLUDE: One-on-one service navigation and connection A Senior Connect Van can transport you - Our volunteer will ensure that you can get into your home safely Home Help for fall prevention and accessibility - Nutritious meals can be delivered - We can arrange for a friendly visitor/peer support person to check on you - Our volunteers will monitor your safety Some restrictions may apply PLEASE CALL: 705-746-5602 Sports & Recreation Walk Fit: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays - Location: Dunchurch Community Centre - Contact: Rebecca Green, 705-773-2091; - Linda Taylor at 705-746-5602 Pickleball: *Most Tuesdays and Thursdays - Location: Dunchurch Community Centre Contact: Contact: Terry Finch 519-362-6169 or municipal office 705-389-2466 INFORMATION FROM THE MUNICIPALITY OF WHITESTONE - North East Virtual Care Clinic.

The North East Virtual Care Clinic is a Nurse Practitioner virtual care clinic that works with local health care providers to ensure patients can access more timely care. It serves patients within the Ontario Health North East region, which region includes Whitestone and area.

The Clinic accepts patients whether or not they have a family doctor. The Clinic was established to serve patients who are experiencing an urgent medical condition, which includes imminent concerns that are not life or limb threatening. If you require emergency care, they will work with the local hospital to refer you to an

In Canada, the most productive day of the working week is Tuesday.

ER. To register for a virtual appointment with a nurse practitioner: Visit the website anytime: www.nevirtualcare.ca/ Call 1-888-684-1999 between 1 pm and 9 pm 7 days a week AUGUST 16TH- SAVE THE DATE! The Annual Fall Fair is happening Friday, August 16th and Saturday, August 17th. This years theme is Fields to Forks.

Whitestone Conservation Association Bingo There are a few more weeks of Wednesday Night Bingo at the Dunchurch Community Centre!Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. - Games Begin: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Dunchurch Community Centre- Payment: Cash only Snacks and drinks for available by the Whitestone Recreation Committee. Come for the fun, stay for the community spirit!

Please note that there is no archery in the Dun Dome on Saturday, August 17th or on Saturday, August 24th. Join us on Saturday, August 31st from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon for the final archery program of the year and a BBQ party to celebrate the end of summer.

Note: Traffic and Parking By-law No. 33-2024 As of August 6, 2024, no person shall Park or leave a Trailer, Camping Unit or Boat separate from a Vehicle on a Highway or Designated Vehicle Parking Area (i.e. boat launches and landings). No person shall Park a Trailer, Camping Unit or Boat which is attached to a Vehicle for more than fourteen (14) days annually (consecutively or non-consecutively) on a Highway or Designated Vehicle Parking Area (i.e. boat launch and landings). For more information on this new By-law: Visit https://whitestone.ca/p/by-laws or contact the By-law Enforcement Officer 705-3892466 ext. 145 WHITESTONE LIBRARY WITH CORMAC O’NEILL Summer has arrived, and that means we have a whole season filled with activities at the Whitestone Library.

The TD Summer Reading Club runs through August, with activities four days a week for a variety of ages. On Tuesdays at 1:00 pm we have a rotating story time and drop-in activity hosted by our program coordinator. Thursdays at 11:30 am we have our picnic story time outside (weather permitting). Fridays at 2:00 pm is our Adventure Academy! Open to adventurers of all ages, participants will play games and do activities that promote skills like navigation and teamwork. Finally, Saturdays at 2:00 pm is our Teen Creatives Hangout. Perfect for young artists to collaborate with other young creatives in the community and learn new skills. All of our summer reading activities are open to readers of any age, so feel free to participate in any activity you like. Be sure to sign up for the Summer Reading Club to make secure a spot in all of our activities through the summer. You can sign up with us in person, by phone at 705-389-3311, or by shooting us an email at frontdesk@whitestonepubliclibrary.com Archery is back! Open to anyone aged 5 and up, our archery class teaches proper range safety and stances to ensure everyone is having fun. All skill levels are welcome, and participants must sign a waiver and complete our training. Children under 8 must have a supervising guardian with them.

DUNCHURCH MAGNETAWAN LEGION BRANCH #394 With Comrade Kelvin Hill As always – Please Promote – Please Attend .Come out and support your Branch……Take part in ceremonies…..

Volunteer to help out with functions…..Offer suggestions For information contact: Branch 389-3130 Karen 389-3839 Jan 389-1091 Joan 387-3393 SEPT 1ST – 9AM-1:30PM- Pancake Breakfast All you can eat!- One sitting 9 AM to 1:30 PM - Pancakes, local maple syrup, sausage.

Tickets available 01 July SEPT 18TH- Vet’s Dinner This event is for all Veterans in the McKellar, Ardbeg, Dunchurch, Magnetawan area.It is free to Veterans and their spouses or caregivers compliments of Branch 395. Contact Comrade Kel Hill at 705389-1091. You do not need to be a member of the Legion.

Our hours & events: Tuesday 7:00 - 11 PM euchre; Friday 1 PM cribbage & 7 - 11 PM darts; Saturday 1 - 6 PM euchre. cost of cards and darts is $5.00 & $2 for a 50/50 draw Weekly Events Open To The Public - Monday & Wednesday, Thursday: CLOSED - Tuesday: 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm ~ Euchre 7:30 pm Friday: 1:00 pm -10:30 pm .

Cribbage 1:00pm and Darts 7:30pm Other Activities Dart Boards & Shuffleboard available year round Other Special Events announced on a regular basis Open To The Public ~ Everyone Welcome!

Come out and join in the fun and comradeship Air-conditioned Hall Having a Party, Wedding, Anniversary, or Birthday? We can provide a Bar Licensed under LCBO - Call for details.

Meetings: Executive Meeting on first Wednesday at 7:00 pm - All meetings held at the Branch Hall Happy 58th Wedding Anniversary Dale and Gayle Caldwell.

Yesterday was also the 58th wedding anniversary of Gayle and Dale Caldwell. That is a wonderful milestone for a beautiful couple. We wish you all the best in the future..

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It is not possible to tickle yourself. The cerebellum, a part of the brain, warns the rest of the brain that you are about to tickle yourself. Since your brain knows this, it ignores the resulting sensation.

LIKE LEE HARVEY OSWALD, TRUMP’S WOULD-BE ASSASSIN ACTED ALONE

Author: Michel Jacques Gagné

Last month at a Saturday afternoon open-air rally in rural Pennsylvania, former U.S. President Trump was grazed by an assassin’s bullet, which left three others injured and two dead, including the shooter.

The FBI quickly identified the gunman as Thomas Matthew Crooks, an intelligent but friendless young man with an affinity for firearms. Investigators have so far been hesitant to ascribe a clear motive to his actions. This has encouraged many to fill the knowledge gap with assumptions, gossip, and dubious conspiracies.

In such a politically-charged context, it is routine for sensationalist conspiracy theories to proliferate quickly.

But as with Lee Harvey Oswald, the gunman who killed John F. Kennedy in 1963, it appears the July 13th would-be assassin acted alone. Whereas conspiracy theorists often place too much faith in government and others to organize behind the scenes, the truth in many cases like this is more banal.

In the July 13th case, multiple law enforcement agencies were responsible for security that day and some—tasked with covering the building shot from— were inside due to the heat. Others, like the Secret Service, busily texted each other about the suspicious individual, but differing responsibilities meant a gap in security opened up. The shooter exploited that.

Similarly, in 1963 in Dallas, Oswald, an ex-marine marksman, perched at the window of a nearby schoolbook depository overlooking Kennedy’s open motorcade. Gaps, opportunity, and a lone gunman coalesced to kill Kennedy, not a conspiracy.

While conspiracies do exist—such as the Nixon White House’s conspiracy to cover up the Watergate break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters—incompetence and luck exist, too.

But the other interesting angle in all this is the Trump shooter’s profile: he is reminiscent of umpteen lone offenders who have perpetrated assassination attempts, vehicular attacks, and mass shootings over the past decades. More often than not, these are troubled and lonely young males who feel powerless and ridiculed; who, with little warning, transmute their feelings of shame and despair into shocking attacks against accessible victims. Their targets are often symbolic, chosen for their proximity, vulnerability, and representative value, and for the level of media attention the act will elicit. Like countless others, the Trump shooter suffered from social isolation, enjoyed gunplay, studied the tactics of other shooters, and planned his attack in advance.

Such acts are often imitative of other lone offend-

ers and influenced by cult films, fringe political ideologies, or conspiracy thinking. Though they lose their lives in the process, they “win” by becoming a national headline or an historical icon. Case in point: Sixty years after the death of President Kennedy, is anyone not familiar with the name Lee Harvey Oswald?

Violence perpetrated by alienated loners is nearly impossible to prevent. It also leaves onlookers perplexed. Moreover, sociological explanations often leave us with no clear solutions or culprits to blame. These are not the sorts of answers people find meaningful and uplifting, nor will the major media wish to bore their target audience with complicated analyses by long-winded academics and finger-wagging social critics.

Stories about nefarious plots have always found fertile ground in public discourse, and not just on the political fringe.

But speculative conspiracy claims would not gain so much traction were it not for a widespread culture of victimhood that runs on both sides of the political fence. Though the substance of our nightmares may differ, the rhetoric of paranoia displays a similar set of symptoms across the political spectrum.

These include interpreting every anomaly or enigma as proof of deception, projecting one’s fixations onto the mind of one’s rivals, demanding more freedom than one is willing to give others, demonizing one’s opponents, refusing to empathize with “the enemy”, and rejecting compromise at all costs.

Conspiracy theories are useful crowd-sourced myths that emerge and evolve to meet the cognitive needs of people in an emotional crisis. They help us simplify a complex reality into an understandable narrative. They help explain unpleasant events and separate the world into unambiguous categories of “good” and “evil”. They give us a sense of purpose and help us justify our actions. Most importantly, they allow us to claim the moral high ground in our life story—the conspirators are powerful, evil men behind the scenes, while the rest of us are innocent lambs. In short, we crave a simplistic take.

But because conspiracy theories are by nature speculative, born of a mixture of rumours, assumptions, and known facts, it can be very hard for their proponents to distinguish truth from fiction. If the theory offers a more satisfying explanation of reality than a dispassionate expert can offer, they will continue to shape the worldview of those whose emotional needs depend on them being true. In short, conspiracy theories are empowering and self-affirming narratives, but they are also a dangerous buck-passing device that invite self-delusion and social conflict.

Harm Reduction continued ....

Meanwhile, decades of addiction research have shown that drug use increases when supply is more readily available — so, obviously safer supply is, by a wide margin, the far more plausible explanation behind rising opioid use among youth (and that’s before even factoring in physicians’ clinical observations of young patients accessing diverted safer supply).

The timelines in Ontario also don’t support the harm reduction activists’ media conspiracy theories.

While CAMH’s data suggests that teenage prescription opioid use rose between 2021 and 2023, coverage of safer supply diversion only ballooned after May 2023, when approximately 75 per cent of the institution’s student drug surveys for that year had already been submitted.

But these facts are inconvenient to many harm reduction activists, who will seemingly resort to any narrative, no matter how fanciful, to distract from the fact that their failed experiments are getting kids hooked on free government-supplied opioids.

Adam Zivo is a Senior Fellow with the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy.

ASPEN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY COY WHAT? IT’S COMPLICATED No doubt you have heard of “coywolves” and “coydogs”. Yet have you considered the biological validity of such animals?

Is half coyote, half wolf a thing? Are wild coyotes successfully mating with man’s best friend, or have we fallen for a wilderness legend. While there is no denying that hybrid canines reside in our midst, genetic testing reveals that the terms “coywolf” and “coydog” lack precision and lead to confusion. To dig deeper into this topic visit the “coy what” link in our bio. To dig deeper into this topic visit the link below. https://www.aspenvalley.ca/uploads/b/757233f08f7c-11ec-b2bc-1931ee12effd/2023%20Newsletter%20Fall:Winter.pdf

Michel Jacques Gagné is a senior fellow at the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy, author of Thinking Critically About the Kennedy Assassination (Routledge, 2022), and host of the Paranoid Planet podcast.

Most snakes have either only one lung, or in some cases, two, with one much reduced in size. This apparently serves to make room for other organs in the highly-elongated bodies of snakes.

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LANE FAMILY PHARMACY

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am-6 pm Saturday: 8:30am-5pm Sunday- Closed

4 Pine Drive Parry Sound ON P2A 3B8 Phone: (705) 746-2187

Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is an herb with nepetalactone in it. Many think that when cats inhale nepetalactone, it affects hormones that arouse sexual feelings, or at least alter their brain functioning to make them feel "high." Catnip was originally made, using nepetalactone as a natural bug repellant, but roaming cats would rip up the plants before they could be put to their intended task.

Fun Facts, Canada: Hi, Bob!

with Dog On A Root - jim Young, LORING, ON

You may have heard of a drinking game called “Hi, Bob!” First played by university students in the 1980s, the rules are pretty simple. While watching reruns of The Bob Newhart Show starring Bob Newhart as psychologist Bob Hartley, players are required to drink a shot of alcohol every-time one of the characters in the show says, “Hi, Bob!” Sounds like a fun game.

And what’s that got to do with Fun Facts, Canada? Nothing really. It’s just a fun fact about “Bob”. But here’s another Fun Fact about “Bob” that does involve Canada.

As everyone knows Canada is made up of 10 provinces and 3 territories.

The names of the 3 territories are “The Yukon, Nunavut and Bob”.

Wait. What? Bob? Actually the name of the 3rd territory in Canada is “The Northwest Territories.”

KEARNEY REGATTA CARDBOARD BOAT RACE WINNERS

(event sponsored by: Nostalgia) CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the Cardboard Boat Races. We apologize if we didn’t get the spelling of the names correct as it was very loud down on the dock WINNERS 1 PERSON CARDBOARD

But its name was almost changed to “Bob”.

In the late 1990s the Northwest Territories was being split into two to form the territory of “Nunavut” and the decision was made to change the name of the Northwest Territories at that time.

Former premier Stephen Kakfwi suggested the territory be named “Denendeh”, an Athabaskan word that means “our land”.

Other suggestions were “Freedom Territory”, “Snobound” and the less than politically correct “Eskimo Pie.” But the top contender for renaming the “Northwest Territories” was… you guessed it… “Bob”.

Powers that be wisely decided it might be best to “let sleeping Bobs lie” and leave the area's name unchanged.

But how cool would that have been, to have a territory in Canada named “Bob”?

In Parliament every politician could be required to take a shot of Canadian Whiskey every-time someone mentioned the Territory of Bob. Maybe it would take their minds off some of the really stupid things that politicians otherwise do.

WINNER OF 2024 FRED BIC CUP Simon Frances winner of the 2024 Fred Bice Cup. The cup is given to the Paddler that wins the most points throughout the afternoons canoe, kayak and paddle boards races. Presenting the cup is Fred Bices nephew Les McKay

BOVINE LOVE AT DUTCH HARMONY FARMS

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ley-Austin 19 yrs & Over: 1st - Adrian Todorovio WINNERS 2 PERSON CARDBOARD BOAT 11yrs & Under: 1st - Bronx Walls / Lincoln Paquin 2nd - Norah Vandenberg / Freddie Hurley 3rd - Ciara Leacey / Crosby Pearce 12yrs – 18yrs: 1st - Ava Schmalz / Josh Uhrig 2nd - Aiden Witt / George Witt 3rd - Maedhbh Leacey / Dexter Reid

MAGNETAWAN: In Magnetawan, the people are happy and the cows are too!

At least the ones at Dutch Harmony Farms! In this picture, Austin Jeffrey and his heifer Carolyn enjoying the weather.

A crocodile can't move its tongue and cannot chew. Its digestive juices are so strong that it can digest a steel nail.

This really sucks

Jim Shedden When Cyndi and I started the GNA back in 2010 I had approached a lady in North Bay by the name of Lynn Chetwyn. Lynn knew the night sky and to be honest gave me my first foothold into astrophotography. After Cyndi and I restarted the GNA I contacted Lynn to see if she would continue writing for us.

Sadly, she informed me that she was fighting cancer. I have since learned that she had succomed to that horrible curse. Below , is the note from her group.

Hello Everyone, It is with deep sorrow to share with you the news of the recent passing of Linda Pulliah (RASC Sudbury Outreach Coordinator) & (North Bay Astronomy Club - Director). Linda passed away on Saturday. She gained the respect of so many of us in the astronomical community who have had the privilege of knowing her.

Along with creating many friendships in her world of astronomy, she also was a RASC National Award winning recipient in the role of Astronomy Outreach which she prolifically demonstrated in sharing her passion to various community groups about astronomy over so many years. Her unique personal approach to educating the public about astronomy has resulted in introducing astronomy to virtually thousands of individuals of all walks of life and ages. As a result she had become a great ambassador and vital link to our communities in popularizing astronomy. A feat not commonly earned nor even heard of.

She will be sadly missed.

We were extremely saddened to learn last week of the passing away of Linda Pulliah in Ontario, Canada.

Linda was a driving force in both the North Bay Astronomy Club and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada-Sudbury Centre; timeanddate was privileged to work with her on a number of our recent eclipse live streams.

In the words of Bill Montague, president of the North Bay Astronomy Cub, “amateur astronomy in general has lost a great person."

GENEROUS DONATION TO THE SUNDRIDGE FOODBANK BOAT 11yrs and Under: 1st - Jacob Wruck 2nd - Madeline Stoeger 3rd - Natalie Kessler 12yrs - 18yrs: 1st - Ella Coulson 2nd - Karissa Jackson 3rd - Derrick Wood-

19yrs & Over: 1st - Hunter Priest / Kyle Linton 2nd - Colleen Carleton / Asha Robinson 3rd - Alex Todo / Ioana Todo Thank you to all who participated! We hope to see you all next year!

As recipients of the Annual Sundridge Lions Community Group award, The Johnstone family decided to donate $1000 from the Sundridge Lions to the Sundridge foodbank. Lions President Steve Johnson loves handing out the big cheques Thank you to the Johnstones for all the help you have provided to the Sundridge community over the years !

ANOTHER JAILBIRD! PORT LORING: looks like they got all the bad ones! Even David Sheepway, realtor and restaurant mogel was taken away by the local sheriff and locked behind bars. I wonder if he shared a cell with the notorious jim Young, or Tamara Bain?

Another great annual event for the Lion’s Jail and Bail at the Argyle Market!

Rolling Stones band member Bill Wyman married a 19 year-old model Mandy Smith in 1988. At the same time Wyman's son was engaged to Mandy Smith's mother. If his son had married Smith's mother, Wyman would have been the step grandfather to his own wife.

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Monday - Friday : 7am to 9pm Saturday - 8am to 10pm Sunday - 9am to 9pm EMSDALE FALL FAIR NO PETS ALLOWED!!! The Emsdale Agricultural Society regrets to inform you that there are to be NO PETS ALLOWED on the Fairgrounds! (Certified Animals Exempt) AUGUST 7TH, 21ST, 28TH - B-I-N-G-O !!! EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT! Emsdale Agricultural Society - 25 Joseph St, Emsdale Doors Open at 5:30pm - Games start 6:45pm - No Outside Food or Drink! Canteen Available! BINGO - A little Bingo with Big Prizes - Running for over 40 years!

Every Thursday, from 9:30 to 11:30 am there is great weekly social gathering in Emsdale open to everyone at The Parish of the Good Shepherd, Emsdale Ontario of the Good Shepherd. Serving Tea, Coffee, Desserts, and healthy snacks, and great company. There is a basket for an offering.

There is also a Soup Lunch that runs at noon running from Dec to April on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Great folks. Everyone Welcome. Emsdale, 2190 Hwy 592.

AUGUST 23RD, 24TH AND 25TH.THE MUSKOKA 500! DRAG AT THE MAG - SNOWMOBILE DRAG RACES IN THE SUMMER! OCTOBER 4TH AND 5TH. CAMPING , FOOD AND VENDORS. TEST AND TUNE AUGUST 23RD- ONLY $150. THE EMSDALE AIRPORT! 100 - HWY 518 AUGUST 29TH -MONTHLY SENIORS LUNCH is held at the Emsdale Community Centre on the last Thursday of each month. This month it will be held Thursday the 30th! Please call ahead at least one week to make reservations 705-724-6025 or 1-888-521-0000 The Council of the Township of Perry will be reviewing the DRAFT Discharge of Firearms By-law at their Wednesday August 21 Council Meeting. The By-law is in draft form only, for review and comments, and will not be considered for adoption during this meeting. All meetings are open to the public and commence at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 1695 Emsdale Road, Emsdale ON. To read the Full Release which clarifies and provides further information on the draft by-law, including settlement areas mapping, visit: https://townshipofperry.ca/release-draftdischarge-of-firearms-bylaw/ The public may also provide their comments on the Draft by-law by Friday August 16 to the attention of Mike Wilmon at mike.wilmon@townshipofperry.ca.

NOVEMBER 10TH- 10AM-3PM- LITTLE EXTRAS CRAFTS SHOW AND LUNCHEON Novar Community Center 25 Laurie St, Novar GET YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DONE WHILE SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTISANS! *A donation of a non-perishable food item would be appreciated for the Table Food Bank* Still accepting vendors for our 2nd Christmas Craft Sale at the Novar Community Center on Sunday November 10th.

Send a PM if you would like a registration form to be a vendor.

AUGUST 19TH – 7PM – DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM SPRUCEDALE & DISTRICTU HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - – NOVAR COMMUNITY CENTRE, 2 LAURIE Street. Program: SEEDING NATIVE GARDENS, SPEAKER LAURA THOMAS. Refreshments too! Save the Environment, Bring Your Own Mug! Membership Dues: $30 per year. Please think aout volunteering. MEET… LEARN… SHARE… GROW… SMILE..

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KEARNEY SENIORS CLUB - Who are we? "Kearney Seniors Club is located in Kearney at the Kearney Community Centre. We have a new Facebook page The Kearney Seniors Club that you can join for info.

Our mandate is to provide social activities and information to any one over the age of 50 in our area which includes Kearney, Emsdale, Novar and the surrounding areas such as Perry Township, Burks Falls and Armour Township. We meet on the last Thursday of the month at 1:30 pm in the Kearney Seniors Room. Guests are always welcome but if you wish to be a member there is a $10. fee. Our activities in the past have including participating in Kearney fairs and regattas but also bus trips to different events, card games and Christmas dinners. This year we plan on adding quilting, cornball and more.

Fetterley's OPEN MONDAY TO THURSDAY 7:30AM6PM FRIDAY 7:30AM-7PM. SATURDAY 8AM-7PM , SUNDAY 8AM-6PM EMPTIES CLOSE AT 4PM FOR YOUR DIESEL, REGULAR AND PREMIUM ETHANOL FREE FUEL and so much more. Don’t see it? Just ask!

IN A FUEL EMERGENCY CALL HEATHER 705-5710533 DJS’ SUMMER HOURS AND SPECIALS! Thursday 9am-8pm $1.00 Wing Friday 9am-8pm Fish & Chips Saturday 9am-8pm Roast Beef Dinner Sunday 9am2pm Breakfast Clubhouse Regular menu is available all the time as well! 705-636-1580 FORK ON MAIN IS OPEN at 9am 7 days a week! We need your support to be able to offer this.

Save time and money from going into Huntsville and keep small business in Kearney!

AUGUST 17TH—11AM-2PM - DON'T MISS OUR COMMUNITY SAFETY DAY KEARNEY FIRE DEPT..

PRIZES/FOOD/ACTIVITIES/DEMOS - KIDS OBSTACLE COURSE - FACE PAINTING - KIDS JUMPY CASTLE -COTTON CANDY !

SILENT AUCTION TABLE - EMS - KEARNEY FIRE AND -EMERGENCY SERVICES -MNRF - VICTIM SERVICES AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE DOG SAWYER -EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CANADA FIRE BLANKET -COME OUT FOR A FUN FILLED FAMILY DAY AND WATCH DEMOS ON: AND SO MUCH MORE!! KEARNEY FIRE STATION 111 MAIN STREET. KEARNEY ON - KEARNEY FIRE HALL WATER RESCUE 11:30 DEMO 12NOON - HOW TO MAKE A 72 HOUR SUPPLY KIT - Are you prepared for an emergency? Do you know what you may need in order to be prepared? In the event of an emergency, responders may be busy assisting those in immediate danger. The 72-hour kit holds supplies to support you and your family for three days in an emergency situation. Along with a 72 hour kit, you should also put together an emergency action plan. It will ensure that you and your family members know what to do and who to call. This Saturday August 17 from 11AM-2PM, Emergency operations will be at our community safety day teaching us how to prepare for an emergency and make a 72-hour

emergency kit. Come check out their demonstration at 12PM. Bring the kids for some face painting, cotton candy and obstacle course while you watch the demos. See you all on Saturday! 12:30 FIRE BLANKET DEMO MNFR -ROSE DEMO - WILD FIRE - PREPAREDNESS - AUTOMATED CPR MACHINE DEMO (LUCAS) AND THE KIDS MINI FIREFIGHTER CHALLENGE WILL BE TAKING PLACE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT! SEPTEMBER 28TH- 5PM-Kearney & Area Public Library - AUTUMN HARVEST CELEBRATION AND FUNDRAISER at the Kearney Community Centre Advanced Tickets $70/ticket or 2 for $120 available for purchase with debit or cash at Fetterley's Gas, or the Kearney Municipal Office -the Meat gratefully donated by Sprucedale Meats AUGUST 20TH - Kearney Seniors Lunch at D.J.'s Bar & Grill - Kearney Legion! Beef Pot Pie , Garden Salad , Dessert - Tea/Coffee only $10.00/ person! Contact the CSS Office at 705-724-6028 to reserve your spot Town of Kearney - Fitness classes! JOIN US FOR FITNESS CLASSES - All Levels Fitness Tuesdays & Thursdays - 8:45a.m - 9:30a.m - Active Stretching Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:45a.m - 10:30a.m - $10 drop in fee/class -$40/calendar month For membership information please - visit the Town of Kearney’s website: www.townofkearney.ca Kearney Community Centre - 8 Main St Let's Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. Kearney Community Centre - Wednesdays at 11:30 am 2024 MARKET Come out and see local vendors EVERY SATURDAY EXCEPT AUG 3 - 9AM - 2PM in the KEARNEY LEGION BRANCH 276 PARKING LOT Please contact 705-636-5889 lisalahn2006@ gmail.com

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SEPTEMBER 17TH- MONTHLY SENIORS LUNCH AT THE KEARNEY LEGION, is held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Tuesday, February 20th at D.J’s Bar & Grill - Kearney Legion. Roast Beef Dinner Dessert/Tea/Coffee - $10.00 per person. Contact CSS Office to sign up.

705-724-6028 or 1-888-521-0000 EUCHRE EVERY TUESDAY 10am-Noon - Everyone welcome to join in the fun!

Every Thursday - Join in on a fun morning of conversation and meeting new friends. Beginning 10am – noon TUESDAY'S REGULAR EUCHRE I0am - THURSDAY'S BID EUCHRE - New players always welcome!

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Did you sing this as a kid..it explains below, where this song came from.. This old man he played one He played nick nack on my drum With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played two He played nick nack on my shoe With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played three He played nick nack on my tree With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played four He played nick nack on my door With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played five He played nick nack on my hive With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played six He played nick nack on my stick With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played seven He played nick nack on my deven With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played eight He played nick nack on my gate With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played nine He played nick nack on my vine With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This old man he played ten He played nick nack on my hen With a nick nack paddy whack Give a dog a bone This old man came rolling home This rhyme is thought to relate to Irish beggars who arrived in England during the potato famine which lasted between 1845 to 1852 and resulted in one million deaths. Paddies' as they were known would sell 'knick knacks' door to door, also playing a rhythm of ‘nick nack’ using spoons, in the hope of receiving some pennies. According to the tale, they'd be given a 'whack' and sent on their way, while their dog would be given a bone

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An asteroid wiped out every single dinosaur in the world, but not a single species of toad or salamander was affected.

No one knows why, nor why the crocodiles and tortoises survived.

Down by the Riverside

Hmmmmmmm, A few years ago, well, perhaps more than just a few, Our town council, after much convincing and coercing decided that we should or could have a tour boat on the river. It still isn’t there, but that is another story! They commissioned ‘Us two Old Guys’ Jack Minors and myself to make an executive decision as to the status of the ‘bridge area’ and if we could figure out how the old Magnetawan River could handle such an expedition. Our task, although it would appear to some to be an easy endeavor was to investigate the ancient cranking mechanism of the Old Swing Bridge to see if it could once again furnish the likes of another ‘River boat.’ Many years had passed, it had been a long time since Mr. Millar or Mr. Gray would come down at any given hour to blow the whistle and crank up the old spring bridge and let the seaworthy ship through. The days are long gone, when these true night warriors would be on call and be there an hour before as duty called to let that old steam whistle blow.

As we were officially commissioned to check out all of the structures, to see if the gearing on the old

swing bridge could be refurbished, to see if it would still turn and swing, we put our best efforts forth.

Sadly since the two old pioneers of this trek were long gone and in better places, it was up to Jack and I. There we were, standing under the bridge looking at the gearing and, as I looked at Jack, we both gave ‘the nod,’ we both agreed, it all looked pretty good. Well at least as far as we were concerned, and that is all that would matter beings we were the official commissioner’s staff. It appeared that is was a little worse for ware, missing a major component, the crank, a few teeth on the gears, but most were still there. Nothing too much, and as we are standing there, supposing and thinking, looking at the gearing, one of these young know it all chaps happens upon us in a twelve foot aluminum boat. We exchange the usual, hey how are you doing, and beaming from ear to ear he tells us he has caught a fifteen pound pickerel! Yup, right there in the top of the Falls. Well, Jack and I, never to be outdone, told him why we were there, how we had been busy checking out the gearing to put a new steamship, bigger than the Armour ever was onto the water again, and I said, can you just imagine, we managed to pull up the original light from the bottom of the river and it was still lit! Well, the look on the young lad’s face, was either disbelief or shock or both, and he kinda brushed us aside and again relayed his story about his fifteen pound pickerel. I looked at Jack; he looked at me ….. so I said, ‘ tell you what, you take ten pounds off of the pickerel, and I will blow out the light’Just so happens, the old swing bridge is sitting in it’s entirety at the old Armour Ryerson Museum on Midlothian Road, where the old school proudly stood. Why not take a visit out there, check out the history, you never know, the light might still be shining!

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WHAT IS E.COLI?

Catharina Bowers

Have any of you heard of E-Coli?

Have you ever had E-Coli? How do you get E-Coli?

Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli, is a type of bacterium that resides in the lower intestines of warm-blooded organisms, including humans. Here’s what you need to know: Harmless Variants: Most strains of E. coli are harmless and play a normal role in our gut flora. They assist with digestion and other metabolic processes without causing any issues.

Pathogenic Strains: However, there are a few pathogenic strains of E. coli that can cause serious food poisoning. One of the most notorious is E. coli O157:H7. This strain produces a potent toxin that damages the lining of the small intestine, leading to symptoms like severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting.

Transmission: You can be exposed to E. coli through contaminated water or food. Common sources include: Undercooked Ground Beef: Eating undercooked ground beef (such as in hamburgers) contaminated with E. coli.

Unpasteurized Milk: Consuming raw milk that contains E. coli.

Fresh Produce: Certain vegetables (like spinach and lettuce) can be vulnerable to contamination if grown in fields where runoff from cattle farms reaches them.

Contaminated Water: Human and

animal stool can pollute ground and surface water, including streams, rivers, and lakes.

Symptoms: Signs of E. coli infection (especially E. coli O157:H7) include: - Diarrhea (ranging from mild and watery to severe and bloody) - Stomach cramping, pain, or tenderness - Nausea and vomiting Risk Groups: Healthy adults usu-

ally recover within a week, but young children and older adults are at greater risk of developing a life-threatening form of kidney failure due to E. coli infection.

Remember, proper food handling, cooking, and hygiene practices can help prevent E. coli-related illnesses. If you experience persistent, severe, or bloody diarrhea, it’s essential to seek medical attention promptly. Stay safe and keep those burgers well-cooked!

The first 3 questions I had not given much thought to. After blood tests this summer, the first results ended with a call from my cardiologist, who said he was concerned that my kidney function test indicated that there was a problem.

He said to call my primary care physician and make an appointment.

This I did and she ordered another set of blood tests. I also happened to see my cardiologist for my regularly

Healthcare Crisis Almaguin Region

Deborah Bussey It’s been a while since I wrote about the Healthcare Crisis in the Almaguin Region. To date, we have only heard from Rod Ward, MPP Graydon Smith and Jim Shedden.

What happened to the rest of the representatives from the Almaguin Region?

I’d like to hear from representatives from South River, Sundridge, Emsdale, Sprucedale, Ryerson, Kearney, Katrine and Burk’s Falls!!!

I had two articles previously prepared that the Mayor of Burk’s Falls had pulled at deadline! I’m not sure why he did that as he was shown in a good light but I think people in the Almaguin Region deserve to hear from ALL the representatives not just one or two!

I am not a politician and I admit that I am not aware of the “business

conduct/rules” but for the love of God people we need to hear from all of you. Don’t sit back and wait. Time is of the essence here. This process seems to be dragging along at a turtle’s pace and to be honest that’s not fair to the people. They need a walk-in emergency care clinic now!

Not 5 years from now.

Enough of the personal agendas and hiding behind paper shuffling.

Get the lead out and start making some progress. Pointing fingers only means there are 3 more pointing back in your direction.

I don’t think anyone cares about your personal posturing, but they do need a facility and they need it now.

Condesending comments about not stepping back 20 – 50 years just doesn’t cut in IMHO. Utilizing what we have makes more sense than spending copious amounts of money for a brand-new facility or one that is in a specific township. Why spend money needlessly? That “extra” money could go towards diagnostic equipment and salaries! Just saying!

Why are they trying to reinvent the wheel?

Please, let me hear from the rest of the community representatives on where you stand on this important issue. Contact me at: dbussey.greatnortharrow@hotmail. com

Your body sheds 10 billion flakes of skin every day. scheduled checkup. He ordered another set to be taken to Dynacare the following Tuesday.

I was starting to look like a pin cushion. The bruises, in the crook of my elbow, didn’t look too good so I wore longer sleeves to being mistaken for a drug addict.

I did indeed have E.coli, and a prescription was sent to the drug store for 6 tablets of Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim 800/160mg Take 1 tablet twice daily for 3 days. This I did.

Where did I get it? And when exactly did I get this E.coli? I tried thinking back to the various social events I went to. I tried to think back about what I had eaten. It is all a blur. I was feeling off, and not my normal perky self.

We seem to do things instinctively, and if it worked in the past it will work today. But what about that salad you had? Or the water you drank from so and so’s tap? It is enough to make you ill when you think about it all. But in the meantime, I still don’t know where it originated from.

All I know is that my doctors are taking it seriously as am I, because I have enough health issues already I don’t need more.

One of my friends suggested that the meds (the 6 pills) for the E.coli may have caused it because I do know that meds can cause things to happen within the body. But after reading various medical sources it is probably the E.coli that did it.

So, I will probably have more blood work to see if there is any improvement.

Drink lots of water. (Then my feet will swell up) I can’t seem to win. I am hoping that kidney disease is not permanently added to my list of ailments, for that is not too palatable.

Make sure that you are careful with what you eat and drink. The larger grocery stores often make announcements about foods and drinks that are being recalled. It is scary to pay so much for groceries and to either return them for a credit or throw them out.

Ah, the fascinating dance of food safety and recalls! Let’s step back in time and peek into the culinary annals, shall we?

50 years ago, in the groovy era of bell-bottoms and disco balls, the food safety landscape was quite different.

Here’s a little time-travel tour: The Mushroom Meltdown (1973): Picture this—more than 75 million cans of mushrooms were yanked off store shelves due to a nationwide outbreak of botulism. It was the first major food recall in the U.S., and it made quite the stir. Imagine mushroom lovers everywhere, staring forlornly at their empty spaghetti sauce cans, wondering if they’d ever taste that earthy umami again?

Alexander the Great and Salmonella?: Okay, not exactly 50 years ago, but let’s rewind even further. Scientists suspect that Salmonella might have been the culprit behind Alexander the Great’s demise in 323 B.C. Yep, even ancient conquerors had to worry about food safety. And 12th President Zachary Taylor of the USA? He might’ve met his end due to some pesky bacteria hitching a ride on his dinner plate or in his water.

Modern Times: Fast-forward to today. We’re in the age of barcode scanners, QR codes, and hyper-vigilant food inspectors. Recalls happen more frequently, and we’re better at detecting potential hazards. Whether it’s a batch of yogurt-covered pretzels harboring Salmonella, or a protein drink with an identity crisis (seriously, check those expiration dates!), we’re on high alert.

This is why we have people who have taken the food handlers course/certificate when we eat at Lunch and Learn, and other social events, including my Birthday bash last September.

Why So Many Recalls Now?: A few reasons: Improved Detection: Our food-sleuthing skills have evolved. We can trace outbreaks back to their microbial lairs faster than ever.

Global Supply Chains: Our food now travels more miles than I do. With global sourcing, contamination risks increase.

We can get the word out to everyone on the planet via the internet. That is also a big bonus in keeping us all safe.

This heat is also a killer, so stay cool, fans, and Air Conditioning when it gets too hot.

Stay hydrated, and do not work too hard outside in this heat.

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Coach's Corner

Debbie Ireland I hope everyone has been enjoying the hot days of summer. There's not much of it left, it's hard to believe fall is right around the corner.

Special Olympic bowling will be starting back up in just a few short weeks. The athletes are eager to get back to the lanes at Riverbowl.

The Almaguin Special Olympic Softball Team has been practicing hard all summer, getting ready for the qualifying tournament in Sudbury this past Saturday. They put their heart and souls into their games and placed first in C Division for a well deserved gold medal and a place in the Provincials in July 2025!! Congratulations to the team and everyone involved.

Our Jack-of-all-sports, Hudson Booth, has been very busy this summer. He took a silver and a bronze at the National's in Montreal in July. At the Canada Summer Games in July he received a gold medal for the 200m, a gold medal for the 400m and a bronze for the 100m race. Congratulations Hudson, you're a force to be reckoned with!

Athlete Larry Hollingshead decided for his birthday in July he was going to have a party. We had a great time and

he was the perfect host, along with his support worker, Davey Meloy!

Sending out huge birthday wishes to athlete Lois Aho! We hope it's extra special!!

Once again, Almaguin Special Olympics are looking for volunteers. It's a very rewarding experience, you would never regret. It's approximately 3 hours every second Tuesday, at Riverbowl in Burk's Falls, from September to the end of April. For more information on becoming a volunteer, please contact Cheryl Atkinson ( Community Coordinator ) at almaguin@specialolympicsontario.ca On July 28th our Special Olympic family lost one of our own, athlete Kelly Kemp. Kelly was involved with Almaguin Special Olympics for many years. She was involved in many sports throughout her life, including Judo, baseball and bowling. She loved her bowling and the whole bowling alley would know when she threw a strike, because she was beaming ear to ear.

Dear Kelly will be missed and our deepest condolences go out to her Mom Donna, brother Bill and all her family and friends. Rest in Peace Kelly...

When you can't be anything else, please be kind...

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Photo by Jennifer O’Hanlon Jennifer captured this fun picture of her Mom Dorothy at the Regatta, anyone who knows Dorothy appreciates her fun sense of humour and that she is always there to step up to the plate for volunteering. She endlessly volunteers her time at the Kearney Legion and makes the best Ceasar out there! Jennifer said, ‘ This is my mama, the reason we all give so much to this little town. Just look at her spirit’ Thank you for the great photo Jennifer!

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RECOGNIZING AND GIVING THANKS TO AN AMAZING VOLUNTEER THANK YOU LISA LAHN

KEARNEY: MEET LISA, this amazing woman, is the success behind so many events in Kearney that it is difficult to even begin to list them all. Most recently, the Kearney Legion Car Show and the Regatta.

She takes everything in stride and her organizing and planning skills never skip a beat.

Lisa appears tireless, but I am sure at the end of each event, she sighs a deep breath and says, ‘next’ Lisa is always thanking others, never does she ask for recognition and even though she is quite difficult to capture with a camera, you will see her at every event. (I had to steal this picture from facebook!)

If you see Lisa around town, take a minute and thank her, she does so much for ‘this biggest little town’ and we certainly do appreciate her!

GAMES, PRIZES, TRIVIA, DRAWS AND MORE! BRING YOUR CHAIRS AND SUN SHADES!

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LORING LAD, LANGUISES LONGTIME IN LOCAL LOCKUP LONGING FOR LIBERTY. ARGYLE LIONS CLUB JAIL & BAIL - jim Young, LORING, ON “All I heard was, ‘I swear it will be funny…’ and then we were in jail.” - anon Being sent to the big house, calaboose, hoosegow, joint, pen, clink or up the river, whatever you call it, is not fun. Or at least, so I’ve been told.

But if you’re bound and determined to be bound and incarcerated you might want to consider choosing the Argyle Lion’s Club Jail and Bail held last week at the Argyle Farmer’s Market, your slammer of choice.

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I was arrested for attempting to build Thursdays! free event. Each show car entry rea wall between the small towns of Lorceives one free door, prize ticket for a chance to ing and Port Loring. Instead of storming win a cool prize. Hosted by The Shock Rodz my humble home with a S.W.A.T. team, Car Club We have a few special awards we will I was given the opportunity to turn be handing out!  As well as our usual, (for our myself in and made an appointment to Showcar participants) Car of the week award, be arrested… just like Trump was. And loyalty prize, Great, Door prizes up for grabs,  hey, they didn’t even take my finger* And free hot wheels for kids!  * All Proceeds prints either. from our 50/50 draw will be used to help fill Jailor Bill, as enthusiastic a jailor as the shelves of the South River Food Bank * We you would never want to meet, met me will also be happy to accept donations of non-perishable, food items, as well as toiletries, etc. * So at the Argyle Arena on time and led me  Bring you’re hot rods,  classics, muscle cars,  rat rods, custom’s , shiny, or patinaed, one off before Magistrate Doug to bear witness Builds, and motorcycles!  if it’s cool, we want to see it!  * These free events are open to everyone to the charges levied against me. with a classic or cool ride & we welcome all other car club members as well *** Our Gate will now After parading in public around the be open at 5:30pm so please help spread the word of that time change. * And  as always, thank you arena to allow the community to bear for continuing to respect our venue and keeping it a no burn out zone and following the instructions witness to my shame, Jailor Bill threw of our volunteers/ members at all times.  * We can’t wait to see what everybody brings out for us to me into the slammer. see * Spectators are welcome to come and enjoy these free events as well. And here is what you need Fortunately the communities that to know  in order to participate! * Please follow the directions of our volunteers/ members at all make up the Argyle Area, the cottagers times. * Bring your kids and we have a cool Hot wheels for them * Absolutely  No  pets/ dogs are and all the visitors that come to visit permitted anywhere in or at our events! * Please don’t leave them in your car! We love our pets, but this beautiful area are a very forgivthey are far better left at home. * Certified / vested working animals are exempt, however, * They  ing lot and sufficient bail was quickly are not permitted near any of the show vehicles. * They  must remain leashed and in control at all raised to secure my release. times! * And you will be held responsible for any clean up or damage they cause! * Where Spectators Although reluctant to let me go, JailCAN Park! * We do have handicap parking directly in front of the brewery for those that need it. Just or Bill grudgingly unlocked my show your card or sticker to one of our members and they will show you where to park. * Thank you cell door and released me with a to The businesses, Across the street and have graciously allowed spectator parking in their parking stern warning not to cause troulots. * The South River Chip Stand. * Sheri’s Diner * The Red Canoe Family Restaurant *Further ble in the community again. down on Toronto street on the left there is a large parking lot that is free parking as well. *Spectator It was a humbling experience parking is NOT permitted anywhere within our event space including any of the parking lot areas and I was so thankful to be set front or back of *The Brewery *The Guardian Drug store * The ACED building. Easy peasy! So free once more, just to the ... connecting bring your mom and your dad, your grandparents, your uncle, your cool, friends, andPage your kids, Small towns &see proud communities 1 and sky… just to see the trees again. come on out and enjoy it spending some time, looking at some great cars and amazing people!

Upon my release I was advised to get along with the people of our neighbouring communities and accept them with open arms. We shouldn’t be building walls, we should be tearing them Stop being a Liberal, down. Afterall, that’s a much nicer way to live among so many Conservative or Socialist. nice neighbours.

Be honest, have morals, And if the lesson learned that day wasn’t reward enough, my show empathy, values & cell mates that were arrested integrity. along with me, with the help of the Argyle Lion’s Club raised almost $700 for the local Kenny Be a GOOD Youth Group. Thanks to all who contributed to this worthy cause.

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Life Styles

COACHES CORNER

Debbie Ireland

I hope everyone has been enjoying the hot days of summer. There's not much of it left, it's hard to believe fall is right around the corner.

Special Olympic bowling will be starting back up in just a few short weeks. The athletes are eager to get back to the lanes at Riverbowl. insert medal The Almaguin Special Olympic Softball Team has been practicing hard all summer, getting ready for the qualifying tournament in Sudbury this past Saturday. They put their heart and souls into their games and placed first in C Division for a well deserved gold medal and a place in the Provincials in July 2025!! Congratulations to the team and everyone involved.

(Photo by Kirsten Brownley) Our Jack-of-all-sports, Hudson Booth, has been very busy this summer. He took a silver and a bronze at the National's in Montreal in July. At the Canada Summer

Games in July he received a gold medal for the 200m, a gold medal for the 400m and a bronze for the 100m race. Congratulations Hudson, you're a force to be reckoned with!

(Photo by Debbie Ireland) Athlete Larry Hollingshead decided for his birthday in July he was going to have a party. We had a great time and he was the perfect host, along with his support worker, Davey Meloy!

Sending out huge birthday wishes to athlete Lois Aho! We hope it's extra special!!

Once again, Almaguin Special Olympics are looking for volunteers.

It's a very rewarding experience, you would never regret. It's approxi-

mately 3 hours every second Tuesday, at Riverbowl in Burk's Falls, from September to the end of April.

For more information on becoming a volunteer, please contact Cheryl Atkinson ( Community Coordinator ) at almaguin@specialolympicsontario.ca

On July 28th our Special Olympic family lost one of our own, athlete Kelly Kemp. Kelly was involved with Almaguin Special Olympics for many years. She was involved in many sports throughout her life, including Judo, baseball and bowling. She loved her bowling and the whole bowling alley would know when she threw a strike, because she was beaming ear to ear. Dear Kelly will be missed and our deepest condolences go out to her Mom Donna, brother Bill and all her family and friends. Rest in Peace Kelly...

When you can't be anything else, please be kind...

JAKE RHODES WINS USA OPEN CHAINSAW CHAMPIONSHIP AGAIN! ALMAGUIN: Jake Rhodes of Burk’s Falls once again took 1st place at the US Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship in Eau Claire, WI. This is the second year in a row that our local artist has taken first place in the Championship. Twelve carvers from around the world came to Eau Claire for the annual competition, and spent endless hours perfecting their sculpture. Jakes carved sculpture took first place in the competition.

There were four intense days of carving featuring the very best in the world. The competition was strong, with Kyle Thomas placing 2nd as well as the Carvers Choice award.

Ryan Villiers took 3rd place and Chris Wood a 4th place finish.

Early in June, Jake placed 2nd in the Chetwynd Chainsaw Carving Competition in BC with his amazing dinosaur duo.

2ND PLACE WIN IN JUNE, BC Leave it to our local Almaguin resident Jake Rhodes!. Jake, we are very proud of you! We encourage you to visit Jake at Northern Rhodes Artistry in Wood – at northernrhodes.ca or send him an email at northernrodes@ gmail.com 905-21-0584. If you are lucky, you may just see him in action at one of the local fall fairs!

Habitat for Humanity Magnetawan Chapter

Jim Shedden: Well, the day has finally arrived.

The family has moved into their house in Magnetawan. Sadly, I could not get the full story in time for this issue. However, it will be fully covered in the September 1st issue. Good job and congratulations all around. The GNA has been covering the project from the beginning. The forst picture below was the foundation going in. The bottom picture is the young couple moving in

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Linda West In Parry Sound, collaboration is more than just a buzzword; it's a way of life that’s transforming lives.

While Habitat for Humanity is globally recognized for its dedication to affordable housing, Community Living Parry Sound has equally played a vital role in enhancing the lives of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Beyond mere service provision, their work creates pathways to independence, employment, and social inclusion within our community.

In 2022, Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North (OGN) and Community Living Huntsville signed a fiveyear lease agreement for Habitat OGN’s four Generation Homes Huntsville affordable rental apartments on Irene Street. This partnership ensures that individuals supported by Community Living have access to secure, affordable housing that meets their specific needs.

Volunteers from Community Living bring their dedication and skills to Habitat projects, while Habitat designs homes with accessibility in mind, fostering inclusive spaces for all.

Habitat Parry Sound: A Model of Collaboration Recently, the Parry Sound Chapter of Habitat for Humanity gathered to reflect on their unwavering commitment to the community and the agreement that $25,000 be spent on upgrades for the Burritt Florida Room and the Addie Street outdoor space. The meeting reinforced the belief that "empowering community members to innovate and collaborate sparks meaningful, sustainable, positive change for everyone."

Burritt Street Project: Ready for Progress With most quotes received, the Burritt Street project is on the verge of advancing, thanks to the collective efforts of community members, local businesses, and volunteers. The decision to install lights with fans wasn't merely practical; it was a shared idea born out of a collective desire to create a space that benefits residents. Final decisions will be made in an upcoming Zoom meeting, showcasing the power of teamwork.

When the quotes for replacing the windows and doors are in.

Addie Street Project: A Backyard Transformation The Addie Street Project is another significant opportunity for the chapter to demonstrate its commitment to Community Living by upgrading a backyard.

By adding a concrete pad, the backyard will become a welcoming space for BBQs and outdoor meals, offering a safe and serene environment. A recent site visit provided valuable insights, though budget finalization remains a challenge, particularly with fluctuating concrete prices and uncertain window costs. In a move that highlights the chapter’s dedication to practical solutions, a large, movable umbrella was purchased for $1,000 to provide on-site shade during summer work.

Fundraising: A Community Effort Fundraising efforts by the chapter exemplify the power of community collaboration. the Labour Day Garage Sale, a beloved community tradition.

This year’s sale is particularly exciting due to a generous donation from Home Depot, featuring a range of new merchandise, from tools to outdoor gear.

But it’s more than just a sale—it’s a chance for the community to rally behind a shared goal and make a tangible difference. Funds raised will directly support the chapter’s projects, underscoring how collective participation can lead to positive change.

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OUTDOORS GUY MINI SURVIVAL

Newhouse Wildlife Rescue SURPRISING FACTS ABOUT FISHERS!

There is so much misinformation floating around about these guys, so we thought we would set the record straight!

Fishers belong to the weasel family. Technically, they are just called “Fishers” not “Fisher cats”.

They are amazing hunters equipped with large paws, sharp claws and an impressive set of teeth.

They don’t get very large.

Males tend to be between 8-16 pounds. Females are significantly smaller, weighing only 4-6 pounds.

The largest fisher ever recorded weighed 20 lbs.

Many people will tell you they have blood curdling screams but, more likely than not, what they are hearing are foxes. Though fishers do sometimes scream, they are generally very quiet. When they are vocal, it’s not quite as intense as the sounds foxes make.

We are often warned that they eat people’s cats. A study done in New Hampshire in 1979 tested the stomach contents of 1000 fishers. Only one tested positive for cat hair. Similar studies were done in New York and Massachusetts as well. Both of those studies did not find any trace of cats. That’s not to say they will not prey on cats. They certainly can, but it’s not as common as many would think.

Considering outdoor domestic cats have contributed to the extinction of over 60 songbird species, as well as some mammals and reptiles, the real concern when letting a cat outside should be the damage the cat will do to the wildlife - not the other way around. Cats are not indigenous to this area. What they do to our wildlife is not what nature intended.

Fishers are one of the only predators that hunt porcupines. They have developed techniques to avoid the quills. Though we LOVE porcupines here at the rescue, we respect Mother Nature and understand

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This is a mini article since it's about mini-survival. My favourite mini survival stuff which would basically fit into a backpack and a bedroll. 50 ft. of rope, 2- 6x8 tarps, a sturdy bush knife, water skin- full, multi-tool/ Swiss Army knife are Top 5 without question. In or attached to my Emergency (”B.O.B”...Bug Out Bag) bag full of stuff, ice rod, compact sleeping bag or bedroll, mini lure kit, trout net, fire can, tomato can with emergency provisions (trail mix bars, dried soup packets, biscuits for a day or 2, a coat hanger (VERY IMPORTANT...read about it in my outdoors book...), etc. *Note: you can create a “billy can” (like a mini paint can with handle) for hanging from a tripod over a fire to boil water (purifying it), or to make tea, a hot soup drink. The backpack features 2 knives, aluminum pie pans (which you can use as fry pans with handles by bending the egdes around a coat hanger bent round for a frame), 2 orange garbage bags, metal cup, more water, survival candle, small first aid kit, water filtration equipment, mylar emergency blanket, cordage, vitamin pills/ painkillers, compass, thermometer, magnifying glass, whistle. At least 3 ways to start a fire (a ferrocerrium spark rod, lighter, magnifying glass, matches, fine steel wool and 9V battery, take your pick). ALWAYS include dryer lint packed in 2 toilet paper rolls as ready tinder. Pack a signal mirror, rain suit, toilet paper, headlamp with emergency flasher, analog watch for navigation, Emergency (hexamine) stove, snare wire, soap, toothbrush/paste and wash cloth, funnel, coffee filters and water purification tablets, etc. With planning, you could build an shelter, boil water, have soup and a trail bar, signal, start fires, locate some

food, stay dry and warm, and navigate. The complete first aid kit comes alongside if I/anyone really wants to be prepared for anything. *This also assumes I’m dressed in the right first line gear appropriate to the season.

“Dressed for the season” includes sunhat, warm layers, sunblock, bug repellent, spare socks, and a rainsuit... TIP: Have a couple of bottles of FROZEN water in hot weather. Great for sipping, placing against your neck to chill down, AND as first aid for a sprain to reduce swelling or pain. Water and cold are VITAL in the case of heat exhaustion developing. You can't let it get to the heat stroke stage. Stop, shade, COOL DOWN, HYDRATE. If alone- signal for help!!!!! Have several emergency candles and hand/foot warmers in winter. *Learn and practice First Aid. Managing casualties or potential casualties is FIRST. When the scene is “under control”, then undertake to build a shelter and secure water for the immediate future. **You can use a “Y” branch to improvise a crutch and dead birch bark to improvise a cast. (Useful tips for improvisation.) ***Use a field hockey stick for a walking stick/ defence or find a sturdy long branch. You need a walking stick. A 3-iron will do just fine.

With that in mind, every person walking MUST have a fully charged cell phone with available contacts (and/or a GPS App). At least 2 responsible people should know where you were heading when you lefteven give them an ETA. In view of Priorities of Survival- shelter, water, fire, food, first aid, protection, navigation, signalling. You can go mini, and still be mighty. Even Mini Survival is possible with 2 elements- equipment and knowledge.

Make the 2 into 1....it's called Empowerment! *Think“8-2-1”. Learn everything you can about Survival and Bushcraft. Knowledge and Skills = power.

We Shall Survive.

Outdoors Guy.

The sea wasp is half an inch long at best and more poisonous than any other jellyfish known to man.

NICE WALLEYE CATCH, KYLE!

THEY ARE BITING IN WHITESTONE!

WHITESTONE: Joel Plouffe shared this picture of his nephew catching fish! Beckett Yates from Hamilton enjoyed a very successful fishing trip on recently while at the cottage. Nice catching, Beckett!

Whitestone Walleye – 28 inches and 6. Lbs!

‘Just got up to the cottage and decided to go out for an hour before dinner, landed my personal best Whitestone Walleye, 28 inches and 6.5 Lbs!’ said Kyle Chatfield from his cottage on Whitestone Lake.

‘Released to fight another day’, as he does to help the Walleye population. Thanks Kyle, nice catching and releasing! .

that every creature does what is necessary to survive out there.

Fishers can be very aggressive but attacks on humans are VERY RARE and generally only when provoked.

Fishers are hunted for their pelts (fur). In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fishers were virtually eliminated from the United States due to over trapping and deforestation. Restrictions helped their numbers to bounce back.

It’s uncommon to see one. They are elusive creatures.

Though sometimes they are out during the day, they are mostly active at dawn and dusk. Most of the pictures you will find online will show them looking very mean and aggressive. These photos obviously get lots of attention. Though, these guys can certainly be aggressive at times, there is a lot more to them. That’s why it was important to me to circulate this photo.

They are magnificent creatures and one of the more misunderstood ones.

PIKEMASTER OF WHITESTONE It appears that the ‘PIKEMASTER’ is still alive and well! Some things never change and local Dunchurch resident has proven over the years that he knows where and how to find the Pike in Whitestone Lake!

We were thrilled to see this picture that Chris’s Son-in Law Kevin shared, it shows us that the old guy still has it! Way to go Chris!

MAGNETAWAN: FISHING, BASEBALL, SUMMERTIME FUN with a family of active boys keeps Heather and Nate Lavigne pretty busy! This family proves it, summer time is the time to make memories!

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of Muskoka. Magnetawan Community Centre , Every Thursday beginning July 4th - Aug 22nd, 2024 - REGISTRATION FEES $20_OO/person To sign up as a participant or to learn more, please contact: Lynda Law - Minds in Motion Coordinator 705645-5621 In partnership with: The Municipality of Magnetawan AUGUST 24TH- 1-5PM - ROPERFEST 2024! CELEBRATE YOUR INNER HELEN ROPER, OR STANLEY! FIRST ANNUAL ROPERFEST IN CENTENNIAL PARK. LIVE MUSIC WITH KEN CROZIER, GAMES, TRIVIA, CONTESTS AND PRIZES! VENDORS, LIVE PAINTING DISPLAY, AND SELECT VENDORS. TICKETS ONLY $10, ALL PROCEEDS TO MAGNETAWAN YOUTH BASEBALL. GRAB YOUR KAFTAN, GIANT COSTUMER JEWELS AND RED WIG! 19 AND OVER EVENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: cyndiculbert@gmail.com JOIN US FOR MUSIC SATURDAYS AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL PARK GAZEBO - 7:00pm to 8:30pm SEPTEMBER 1ST ! IT’S ALL FIRSTS! DRUMMING WITH SANDRA MONDAY JULY 1ST - THURSDAY AUGUST 1ST & SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1ST 2PM - MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL PARK ALL AGES WELCOME BRING YOUR OWN DRUM OR SHARE OURS! AUGUST 3RD , AT 9AM-4PM Fundraiser Ride for Magnetawan Central Public School’s Breakfast Club. This year’s annual ride to Crooked Creek AUGUST 17TH - MUSIC SATURDAYS AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL PARK GAZEBO - 7:00pm to 8:30pm FILTHY RICH AND THE EMPTY POCKETS AUGUST 24TH - MUSIC SATURDAYS AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL PARK GAZEBO - 7:00pm to 8:30pm DAVEY MELOY AUGUST 30TH- 7 PM – MAGNETAWAN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY- FALL FAIR - PRESENTS VARIETY NIGHT -Do you have talent? Come on out and show off that talent!

Singing, dancing, instrumental, comedy, magic, skits, poetry reading.

OPEN TO ALL AGES!! Lions Pavilion Magnetawan . REGISTRATION: 6:30- 6:45 PM AUGUST 30TH- 6:30 PM – MAGNETAWAN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FALL FAIR - DOG SHOW AUGUST 31ST –1PM-5PM- FIRST ANNUAL ‘ROPERFEST!’ YES! MRS. HELEN ROPERS WILL BE IN CENTENNIAL PARK! LIVE MUSIC, LIVE STANLEY! GAMES, A FUN TIME IN KAFTANS, SUNGLASSES AND CHUNKY JEWELRY! RELIVE THE 3’S COMPANY TV SERIES WITH LOTS OF FUN! TICKETS ON SALE FOR $10. ALL PROCEEDS TO MAGNETAWAN YOUTH BASEBALL - FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT CYNDI CULBERT 705-203-0115 OR CYNDICULBERT@GMAIL.COM September 6th- 7-9pm - Northern Ontario Art Association 68th Annual Juried Art Exhibition - ART SHOW! And 75th Anniversary Celebration Friday September 6, 2024 ADMISSION! - Official Opening Awards Ceremony, Exhibition - and 75th Anniversary Celebration Saturday September 7th , 2024 - 9am-3pm- NOAA 68th Annual Juried Art Exhibition - Magnetawan Community Centre - 4604 Hwy 520, Magnetawan ON

A BEACH WHEELCHAIR MAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR USE AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL BEACH - A BEACH WHEELCHAIR WILL BE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE - FOR USE AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL BEACH A HOCKEY SLEDGE WILL BE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE - FOR USE AT THE LIONS’ PAVILION THESE NEW ITEMS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY THE FUNDS AWARDED THROUGH THE ENABLING ACCESSIBILITY FUND ‘EAF’ – CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!!. OF ALL AGES!! If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity in your community, please consider coming out and supporting the Magnetawan Agricultural-Society. We are really in need of ANYONE willing to donate their time for the Magnetawan Fall Fair. We have worked hard at bringing you all the wonderful things that happen at the fair and want to see everything go off as planned ; however based on the number of volunteers we have so far - we may not be able to do all the things we planned on doing . Please consider if you have anytime Wednesday August 28/24 - to help set up at the hall Thursday August 29/24 - to help bring in entries for judging day Friday August 30/24 - judging day and setting up outside for Fair Day, plus the Dog Show and Talent Show then Saturday August 31/14 FAIR DAY - WE NEED YOU ! Please feel free to PM us , send us an email at magnetawanfair@gmail.com, visit us Saturdays at the Agricultural Barn or speak with a director personally about how you can help . Thank you in advance ! - Pickleball happens Thursday evenings!!! 5:30pm-7:30pm! For more information please email admin@townofkearney.ca or visit https://townofkearney.ca/ community-events/ PICKLEBALL Drop In! Join Us Every Wednesday 2PM - 4PM, Every Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM WEDNESDAYS - Outdoor aquafit classes 3:15 pm (45 minutes) at the Magnetawan Centennial Park Beach!! The classes are FREE and will run for July & August. Let’s hope the weather warms up!

EUCHRE EVERY TUESDAY AT THE LEGION - 10amNoon - Everyone welcome to join in the fun!

A BASKETBALL NET IS NOW AVAILABLE AT MAGNETMindful Movement for Older Adults - TAKE FREE CLASSAWAN’S CROFT RECREATIONAL PARK! Located at 6527 Hwy ES EVERY WEDNESDAY 11:30 AM KEARNEY TOWN HALL 124 in Ahmic Harbour AUGUST 18TH -10:30AM - A very special musical event…

ART IN THE PARK AT THE VILLAGE GREEN BIDDY “Why We Sing” -‘AN HOUR OF JOYFUL MUSIC,SONG AND STREET AND THE HERITAGE MUSEUM CENTRE Saturdays PRAISE… 10am to Ipm WITH THE RECORDING SINGERS ‘THE HEAVEN SCENT MONDAY NIGHT ARCHERY Archery runs Mondays from TRIO’ FROM NIAGARA. Knox Presbyterian Church 28 Sparks 6pm to 8pm into August. Just a few friendly reminders! PLEASE St. Magnetawan NOTE THAT DUE TO THIS BEING A NASP RUN PROGRAM This remarkable group, with their musical backup will share THE USE OF PERSONAL BOWS IS NOT PERMITTED ONLY inspirational music and personal reflections that will move you EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY THE NASP PROGRAM WILL and encourage you. All are welcome to this special presentation BE PERMITTED. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARRIVE PROMPTUNTIL - AUG. 22ND . 1-3PM - Minds in Motion . A physical LY AT 6PM LATE ARRIVALS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO activity and brain stimulation program for people with demenPARTICIPATE! If you have not filled out consent forms we ask tia and their care partners. Give your mind and body a boost! that you arrive at 5:45pm to ensure time to complete them. Please Minds in Motion. is a program that combines physical activity note that participants must be 8 years of age and proof of age may and mental and sociai stimulation for individuals with early to be required. **Preregistration is preferred for registration/consent mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, and their care forms please visit our website at https://magnetawan.com/news/ partners. This program runs once a week for 8 weeks offers a great monday-night-archery-is-back-in-july-and-august environment to establish new friendships are liv- communities Great North Arrow Smallwith townsothers & proudwho ... connecting Page 1 DROP IN PICKLE BALL - TUESDAYS - 10:00 AM TO 12:30 ing with similar experiences. A program of the Alzheimer Society

PM & 6:00 PM TO 7:30 PM. NOW INSIDE AT THE MAGNETAWAN COMMUNITY CENTRE! EQUIPMENT CAN BE PROVIDED OR BRING YOUR OWN PADDLES. Come join us indoors. Paddles and wiffle balls provided. All you need are indoor shoes MAGNETAWAN FIRE DEPARTMENT NEEDS YOU! Volunteers Needed There’s A Job for Everyone! Firefighter, Medical Responder ,Driver/Operator, Accountability Person ,Safety Officer, Radio Operators, For an application or more information: -visit the Municipalities website www.magnetawan.com -call or text 705-349-8477 -email fire@magnetawan.com -visit Station One at 81 Albert St. GEOCACHING - The Worlds Largest Treasure Hunt NOW IN MAGNETAWAN! What is geocaching? Geocaching is a form of treasure hunting, but it’s less about the treasure and more about the sight seeing experience. The Geocaching app will be used to locate nearby geocaches, once you have selected Geocache the app will help you navigate towards the general area of the geocache, The app will then notify you that you are in the area closest to the geocache, and that’s when you start looking around to find the geocache. Once The geocache is found sign your name on the paper inside and if there’s any little treasures you must leave some thing to take some thing. once you are finished with the geocache make sure to put it back exactly where you found it, so other geocachers can enjoy the same experience you had. What is needed to geocache? The Geocaching App (SEARCH GEOCACHING IN THE APP STORE) and a PEN! Happy Hunting!

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH INVITES YOU TO HELP - Please help keep our community pantry full! We have many people using this and we are having a lot of difficulty keeping up with the needs. Please consider donating non-perishable foods and unopened toiletries to our pantry, located in the “mural” corner of the community center parking lot. There will also be donation boxes at the Market (near the coffee counter) and on the porch at Trinity United Church (kitty-corner from the Grill). As always, if you need something please take and use it, remembering that there are many in need. Have a wonderful time of giving thanks!

Magnetawan Friendship Club - Monthly members meeting - 2nd Tuesday 1 p.m. - Bingo every 2 weeks - Sunday - 2 pm $10 50/50 - Euchre, Crib, and so much more CROSWELLS LANDING IN AHMIC HARBOUR 62 George Street– PIZZA, BAGELS, BREADS AND SO MUCH MORE! Hours: CLOSED: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OPEN: Thursday 3:30pm - 8pm Friday 9am - 8pm Saturday 9am - 8pm Sunday 11am - 7pm Please keep in mind these are our winter hours. We will be implementing summer hours soon as well as our improved summer menu. Make sure you check back for updates! -Evan (705) 358-1192 FREE STAND UP CLASSES – FALLS PREVENTION for older adults - TWICE PER WEEK!, at the Magnetawan Friendship Club for 12 weeks. Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9:30 am beginning April 2nd. Register with Instructor Corinne Penstone 416-859-6953 (LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE) Are you, or is someone you know, a senior over 65?; someone recovering from surgery or illness?; someone with a chronic or terminal illness?; or someone with a developmental disability?

Magnetawan Meals On Wheels provides meal delivery to the Municipality of Magnetawan to those who are eligible Meals on Wheels We deliver ! Contact Volunteer Coordinators Bill & Mary Bishop @ 705-349-1264 for more details.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Quiet Bay Café, 5333 Hwy 124, Magnetawan is now open for breakfast and lunch! New hours going forward will be 6am to 2 pm Monday .-Friday, & 8am to 2pm Sat-Sun. MAGNETAWAN GRILL AND GROCERY NOW OPEN 7 DAYS AWEEK! MONDAY-SATURDAY 8AM-6PM, SUNDAY 9AM – 5PM. RESTAURANT OPEN MON-SUN, 8AM-8PM LANDFILL SUMMER HOURS ARE NOW IN EFFECT - 8AM – 4PM - CHAPMAN SUN MON & SAT - CROFT TUES FRI SAT AUGUST, WEDNESDAYS - 3:15 PM TO 4:00 PM EXCITING NEWS!!! NEW AQUAFIT CLASSES FREE OF CHARGE! THE MUNICIPALITY OF MAGNETAWAN WILL BE OFFERING FREE AQUAFIT FITNESS CLASSES WEDNESDAYS IN JULY AND AUGUST AQUAFIT CLASSES WITH CINDY LEGGETT AT THE MAGNETAWAN CENTENNIAL PARK BEACH For more information, please contact the Municipal Office at (705) 387-3947

Happy 40th Anniversary to Brenda and Steve Gray who celebrated August 4th. WE wish you many years of health and happiness ahead!

Greeting from Green Bay Scout Camp. Lake Cecebe.

Members from all sections, Beavers, Cubs, Scout Troop and Venturers have been in camp from July 20 to the 28th. The biggest group the camp has enjoyed in many years, with 14 members, plus 2 parent volunteers. Activities began with Scouts Own church, built a Catapult that launched water balloons as much as 50 feet up and 200 to 300 feet over the tree line.

Monday the camper made t-shirts. Tuesday the group did a 2km hike, hid some scavenger bottles. Wednesday was leather craft and our annual lunch and grocery run into Magnetawan.

Thursday , was Xmas in July, with gift exchange, tree decorating and carolling to our cottagers across the bay. Friday is Potter Day, with an adapted form of Quidditch. Every day ongoing program include everything from K. P., the Golden Arrow Challenge, Lotto Rick and evening Campfire Mug-Up. Thanks to our surrounding communities who support the program that affords a week long wilderness experience at Green Bay. Check out our Facebook Flashes posted daily last week. Until September when we resume, keep on camping.

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Bad spellers of the world untie!...Jim’s the presidont of this group AUG. 17TH AND AUG. 24TH – 10AM-1PM- BACK TO SCHOOL - FILL A BACKPACK! - MINERVA PARK , MCKELLAR - Help support The Parry Sound Salvation Army Community OF Family Services Back-to-School Program by donating - NEW school supplies and backpacks during the market AUG. 17th and 24TH. Donations will be accepted in the pavilion. Let’s make a difference in the lives of local children in need! We are collecting new back-to-school supplies for The Parry Sound Salvation Army Community & Family Services clients on Saturday, August 17th and 24th.

Your generosity will help them start the school year with confidence and a smile! The Parry Sound Salvation Army Community & Family Services Thank you!

AUG 31- 9AM-12PM HURDVILLE - YARD SALE AND BOTTLE DRIVE -YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT THE HALL

BY DROPPING OFF YOUR BOTTLES AND CANS TO US, SO YOU DONT HAVE TO. ALL PROCEEDS GOING TO OUR FUNDRAISING EFFORTS FOR OUR THERMOMETER GOALS SEPT 7TH - IOAM - McKellar Fall Fair Horse Show OCTOBER 19TH, HURDVILLE!- WE ARE TRYING SOMETHING NEW AT THE HALL......JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST PRIME RIB DINNER 1ST SEATING 5-6 PM AND 2ND 630-730PM- TWO SEATINGS WITH 40 TICKETS SOLD FOR EACH > $30/pp - CALL JULIE HARE FOR TICKETS AND SEATING REQUESTED. 705-774-8009 SUNDAYS – AT 1PM - Euchre at McKellar Community Centre, bid euchre games begin at 1 p.m. Cost is $5 coffee and snacks included. Everyone welcome. Beginners welcome!

Come out and learn how to play and join in the fun! 12:15pm.

Yoga with Helen is back at the McKeIIar Community Hall every Thursday from 7pm-8pm Burnett’s Road Corner Library Is located at Burnett’s and Hurdville Rd. Free books, magazines, dvds.

McKellar Public Library The McKellar Public Library Krafts for Kids”- 3 to 4PM- EVERY Tuesday. ‘ McKrafters crafting social’ Tuesdays, 6 -9 pm. This is a social crafting evening, please bring your crafts and projects and make new friends with crafters!

Why not join in the fun at the Library? Knitting Club 1st, and 3rd Tuesday, 1 p.m.

At the library: The Spice Club Every month we will showcase a different spice. Spice Club members will receive a sample of the spice, a recipe, information about the spice and on the last Thursday of every month, those who wish to participate, can bring in a sample dish of their favourite recipe using the spice-of-the-month for the other members to sample. No fee to join. Just register with the library.

Do you have what it takes to join this ever growing, always learning team of likeminded individuals? Jr firefighters: 15-17 Probationary firefighters: 18+ with a valid driver’s license, clean criminal records check and a willingness to learn Apply today to Firedept@ shawanagafirstnation.ca PARRY SOUND FOOD BANK IS IN NEED! Food Bank use is up 40% in the Parry Sound area and the shelves are becoming very empty. Cash donations are welcomed and need as well as non perishable food.

A drop off slot is located at the top of the ramp after hours, or drop inside of the Parry Sound Harvest Share. 93 James St. Parry Sound. Monday - Friday.

9 till 3 . Everything is so appreciated, please help if you can.

Did you know that Pioneer Gas station in Parry Sound that sells the GNA has many fabulous things in their store? Next time in, take a good look around!

They even do passport photos!

CANADORE COLLEGE WEST - Want to join the fun? Every Thursday, we host exciting activities as part of our seniors programming. From exploring your creative side, enjoying outdoor walks, exciting game days, and more. Come make some memories with us!

WEDNESDAY nights at the Trestle Brewing Company – Trivia at the Trestle 6:30 PM - 9PM If you have an event, or know of an event, please send it to us at Greatnortharrownewspaper@gmail. com. We love ‘GOOD NEWS!’ We also welcome celebrations!

BELVEDERE HEIGHTS - We are running another PSW program here in Parry Sound at Belvedere Heights! At this time, the registry is open to permanent Canadian citizens only, for registration go to https://www.nearnorthschools.ca/personal-support-worker/ to apply and book an interview. Spots are limited!

Time is ticking and the Vintage Eco Shoppe on James Street is closing their shop. The CLEAR-OUT SALE has begun. All reasonable OFFERS for items in the store will be accepted. SHOPPE HOURS: Monday & Wednesday 10-4pm Tuesday 4-9pm Saturday 103pm these hours will remain until the end of JUNE 2024 then we will go down to two days a week. We will be OFFICIALLY closed as of AUGUST 31,2024!

Have you been to Di Salvo’s All You Can Eat Buffets yet? Di Salvos Lunch buffet has it all! Tasty and it's hot and ready the minute you walk in the door, all homemade delicious food. Located at 105 James Street, Parry Sound. 705-746-4040 TUESDAYS - PARRY SOUND CRUZERS WEEKLY CLASSIC CAR SHOWS! TUESDAY NIGHT CLASSIC CAR SHOWS! 2024 SEASON * NEW LOCATION * DOWNTOWN PARRY SOUND ON JAMES STREET (BETWEEN SEGUIN AND MARY ST) Tuesdays 5:00pm-8:30 pm mid-May to late September (weather permitting) FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN : GREAT CLASSIC CARS (BRING YOURS) 50 / 50 DRAW (by Rotary Club) RAFFLE TICKETS FOR DOOR PRIZES FREE TICKETS for CHILDREN'S PRIZES , 50's, 60's and 70's Music ps.cruisers@gmail.com Facebook-Parry Sound CruZers AUGUST 20TH – TUESDAY – 9AM-3PM – GIANT INDOOR RUMMAGE SALE! at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church -55 SEGUIN STREET. ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT OUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH! AUGUST 17th, 9:00am - 3:00pm Parry Sound Anglers & Hunters Gun Show- Admission: $6, Children under 12: Free - The Parry Sound Anglers & Hunters Gun Show will be held on Aug 17th, 2024 in Parry Sound, ON. This Parry Sound gun show is

held at Bobby Orr Community Centre and hosted by Parry Sound Anglers & Hunters. All federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed.

AUGUST 17TH-18TH- SHAWANAGA FIRST NATION'S 27TH ANNUAL POW WOW -‘STRENGTHENING OUR SPIRIT’ Grand Entry 12pm - For More Info Email: cultural.hc@shawanaafirsnation.ca - Featuring: Host - Drum Eagle Heart Singers , MC's - Allan Manitowabi & Duey Longboat , Arena Director - Ian Akiwenzie , Elder - Hector Copegog & Patricia Pawis , Head Female Dancer — Deanne Hupfield - Food & Craft Vendors $125 flat rate for 2 days.

AUGUST 18TH- 11AM- SOUND WITH LISA: SOUND BATH- What to bring to the sound bath…Dress comfortably, and please arrive a few minutes early to get settled .You’ll be a restful state for the duration of the sound bath so it’s important to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Things to bring: Yoga mat, Pillow (s) and blanket, Water You might also want to bring: Crystals to support you.

The vibrations actually cleanse and charge crystals as well.

If you have a bolster or if there is anything else that would make you feel more comfortable, please bring it with you. The sound portion will be approximately 1 hour in addition to the opening and closing of the circle.

Note – Participants are also able to bring anti gravitational chairs or recliners if preferred, who are not able to lay on the floor. BUY TICKETS ONLINE SOUND WITH LISA: SOUND BATH & ACUPUNCTURE AUGUST 19, 2024 @ 6:30 PM :What to bring to the sound bath…Dress comfortably, and please arrive a few minutes early to get settled.You’ll be a restful state for the duration of the sound bath so it’s important to make yourself as comfortable as possible.

Things to bring: Yoga mat, Pillow (s) and blanket, Water You might also want to bring:Crystals to support you.

The vibrations actually cleanse and charge crystals as well.If you have a bolster or if there is anything else that would make you feel more comfortable, please bring it with you. The sound portion will be approximately 1 hour in addition to the opening and closing of the circle.

Note – Participants are also able to bring anti gravitational chairs or recliners if preferred, who are not able to lay on the floor. BUY TICKETS ONLINE AUGUST 20TH- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM- BANDS ON THE BAY: CABIN FEVER DOMINO’S PIZZA PARRY SOUND PRESENTS BANDS ON THE BAY: FREE SUMMER CONCERTS - A free concert overlooking the bay? This is The Thing To Do on a summer Tuesday evening! Performances are held outside on our bayside deck, or inside in case of rain from June to August. Domino’s Pizza Parry Sound will be on-site selling pizza, accompanied by The Stockey Centre’s licensed cash bar. Desperately yearning for their Northern roots, this southwestern Ontario alternative folk/roots trio often finds themselves pining over poplars and birch. Cabin Fever plants these feelings in a forest of incandescent guitar, heart-pounding upright bass, restless mandolin, and howling vocals. Known for captivatingly tight harmonies, Jess, Kyle, and Colin showcase compelling style and versatility from the festival stage to intimate house concerts and the spaces in between, drawing their audiences in with dynamic storytelling through song and quick-witted banter. Settle in with a cup of cocoa (or something a little stronger) and sit around the fire as Cabin Fever warms your soul and rekindles your wanderlust.

INFO@STOCKEYCENTRE.COM - (877) 746-4466 AUGUST 22, 2024 - 7:30 PM- THE MATERIAL GIRLS THE GIRLS HAD SO MUCH FUN LAST YEAR THEY HAD TO COME BACK AND THIS TIME ARE JOINED BY THEIR GOOD FRIEND TINA TURNER. FROM THE PRODUCERS OF ABBAMANIA, “THE MATERIAL GIRLS” IS A HIGH ENERGY MUSICAL PRODUCTION BACKED BY STUDIO MUSICIANS THAT RECREATE THE LADIES WHO TOPPED THE POP CHARTS WITH ALL NUMBER ONE HIT SONGS

BY ADELE, SHANIA, LADY GAGA, ANN WILSON, MADONNA, CHER AND NOW TINA TURNER. SONGS FROM ADELE’S “HELLO TO SKY FALL”, LADY GAGA’S “BORN THIS WAY TO BAD ROMANCE”, CHER’S “BELIEVE TO I GOT YOU BABE” PLUS MADONNA’S “LIKE A VIRGIN TO PAPA DON’T PREACH” AND MANY MORE. ALL SONGS ARE PERFORMED NOTE FOR NOTE, CHORD FOR CHORD, EXACTLY LIKE THE ORIGINAL RECORDINGS. THE SHOW FEATURES AMAZING VOCALS AND INCREDIBLE VISUAL REPRODUCTIONS. Tickets are $59.50 each. BUY TICKETS ONLINE or Tickets can also be purchased during our business hours by calling our Box Office at 705-746-4466 EXT. 405 or visiting us at 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound.

AUGUST 23RD- - 7pm- FREE!!! WORLD PREMIERE OF RETURN TO WICKENSBURG: THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES - A Richard Boddington film presented by The Big Sound International Film Festival and The Stockey Centre. Filmed in Parry Sound!

This is a free event! Please reserve your free seat as tickets are required for this event (tickets are general seating – choosing your seat will be on a first come first served basis upon arrival to the event). The film will be followed by a Q&A with director Richard Boddington.Starring Denise Richards, Jensen Gering, Catherine White, and Julian Richings.

RESERVE YOUR FREE TICKETS ONLINE- Tickets can also be reserved during our business hours by calling our Box Office at 705-746-4466 extension 405 or visiting us at 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound.

AUGUST 23RD – 1:30-6:30PM- Parry Sound Blood Donation Event - St. Peter's - Knights of Columbus Hall - Main Hall - 52 Church Street Parry Sound, ON Donors are needed to ensure hospitals remain stocked with life-essentials for patients throughout the summer. Please book your appointment now at blood.ca, on the GiveBlood app or by calling 1-888-236-6283.

AUGUST 24TH – 10AM-2PM- Sustainable Transportation Event - Stockey Centre, Parry Sound - FREE !!! Drop by to test drive different models of electric vehicles (EVs), speak with EV owners, and take an e-bike for a spin!

AUGUST 27TH - 7 pm – 9 pm- ‘ THE PATH’ DOMINO’S PIZZA PARRY SOUND PRESENTS BANDS ON THE BAY: FREE SUMMER CONCERTS A free concert overlooking the bay? This is The Thing To Do on a summer Tuesday evening! Performances are held outside on our bayside deck, or inside in case of rain from June to August. Domino’s Pizza Parry Sound will be on-site selling pizza, accompanied by The Stockey Centre’s licensed cash bar. Powerful lead vocals, smooth guitar riffs and memorable story telling lyrics,

you will not forget this unique duo. Complimenting their own released original music with stellar cover tunes tweaked their style. They have played at festivals, live concerts, tap rooms and private functions, pulling inspiration from across various genres. They cultivate fan connections at every venue they visit.

They live to play live, create at every opportunity, and ALWAYS play from the heart. *Please note, this band was previously named Section 53. (877) 746-4466 info@stockeycentre.com AUGUST 28TH – 6:30PM- SOUND WITH LISA: SOUND BATH- What to bring to the sound bath…

Dress comfortably, and please arrive a few minutes early to get settled.You’ll be a restful state for the duration of the sound bath so it’s important to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Things to bring: Yoga mat, Pillow (s) and blanket, Water. You might also want to bring: Crystals to support you. The vibrations actually cleanse and charge crystals as well.

If you have a bolster or if there is anything else that would make you feel more comfortable, please bring it with you. The sound portion will be approximately 1 hour in addition to the opening and closing of the circle. Note – Participants are also able to bring anti gravitational chairs or recliners if preferred, who are not able to lay on the floor. BUY TICKETS ONLINE info@thestockeycentre.com AUGUST 29TH 7:30 PM - CLASSIC LIGHTFOOT LIVE - Summertime Dream Productions presents CLASSIC LIGHTFOOT LIVE - The Original and Finest Possible Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot - Take a trip down memory lane….with CLASSIC LIGHTFOOT LIVE! “Amazing talent, unbelievably realistic. Gave me goosebumps listening to them.” – Social media post. Don’t miss this exceptional tribute show, CLASSIC LIGHTFOOT LIVE! Tickets are $59.50 each. BUY TICKETS ONLINE - more information: info@thestockeycentre.com SATURDAY AUGUST 31ST - 10AM-NOON - Foraging Edible Mushrooms - Georgian Nordic, McDougall - $40 - After a guided hike to identify species, Chef Roy will cook the wild fungi finds for tasty samples!

AUGUST 31ST - 9AM-12PM PANCAKE BREAKFAST At the Hurdville Community Club AUGUST 31ST – 9AM-1PM. - OUTDOOR YARD SALE AND BOTTLE DRIVE at the Hurdville Community Club SEPTEMBER 10th- 7:00 PM FREE !!!! SNOWBIRD LIFESTYLE PRESENTATIONS: JIMMY FLYNN, NEXT GENERATION LEAHY, AND JOHN MCDERMOTTFREE concert to celebrate the snowbird lifestyle!

Entertainment includes the funny fisherman Jimmy Flynn, Scottish-Canadian tenor John McDermott and talented multi-instrumentalist family Next Generation Leahy; this event also includes a special presentation

by Canadian Snowbird Association President Garry McDonald. Tickets can also be reserved during our business hours by calling our Box Office at 705-7464466 extension 405 or visiting us at 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound.

SEPTEMBER 13th- 8:00 PM - THE TRAVELING MILBURYS - The Worlds Greatest Tribute To The Traveling Wilburys! Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the supergroup of all supergroups; The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan.

The Traveling Milburys deliver the goods in an evening filled with thrilling lights, sound, video and audience participation. An authentic recreation of The Traveling Wilburys right down to the outfits and instruments. Enjoy all the hits of The Wilburys PLUS classics from each individual artist including George Harrison (The Beatles), Jeff Lynne (Electric Light Orchestra), and Tom Petty (The Heartbreakers)!

Performing to celebrations of sold-out audiences across North America, here’s your chance to experience The World’s Greatest Tribute To The Traveling Wilburys LIVE and in concert. - Tickets are $50.95 + HST each. - BUY TICKETS- info@thestockeycentre. com SEPTEMBER 13TH – PM-8PM- Stephan Benard AT Boston Pizza10 Bay Street Parry Sound, ON FREE EVENT!!!

SEPTEMBER 18TH- 7PM AT THE STOCKEY CENTRE - Book Reading: Rod Carley in Conversation With Waubgeshig Rice. TICKETS $12. Plus hst – GENERAL SEATING info@thestockeycentre.com SEPTEMBER 20TH- Classic Seger: Bob Seger's Greatest Hits Live TRIBUTE BAND, Hollywood Nights 2024 North American Tour. TICKETS AVAILABLE, info@thestockeycentre.com POWASSAN SEPT 28TH - Stockey Centre - Parry Sound We Walk The Line is a true Johnny Cash experience that celebrates the music and life of 'The Man In Black' and his fun loving wife, June Carter. This hit-after-hit concert covers the entire career of Johnny Cash from the 1950s at Sun Records to 2003 with the American Recordings label and includes Johnny's biggest hits Ring of Fire, Boy Named Sue, I Walk The Line, Folsom Prison Blues, Hurt, and the famous duet Jackson sung with June Carter amongst many other classic songs. The show is a fun, toe-tapping trip down memory lane that incorporates historical accounts and personal anecdotes about the Country Legend and American Poet, who left his mark upon many millions of fans, in this not-to-be-missed musical event.

OCTOBER 19TH – PRIME RIB DINNER –at the Hurdville Community Club - 2 SEATINGS - 1st seat - 5pm — 6pm - 2nd seat — 6:30pm - 7: 30pm (ONLY 4O TICKETS WILL BE SOLD FOR EACH SETTING)

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A great family restaurant to enjoy birthdays, partys and alot more! The Blue Roof has home style cooked meals and lots of homemade goods! Also with a new delicious lunch special each day! So what are you waiting for? Stop by the Blue Roof in Sundridge for a great meal!

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Collaboration continued Tournament, scheduled for Monday, September 9th, at the Rocky Crest Golf Club, is more than just an enjoyable event—it’s a crucial fundraiser that showcases the strength of unity. Golfers from various backgrounds will gather to support the chapter’s ongoing projects.

Interested participants can sign up at tournamentcaddie.com/HabitatParrySoundGolf to secure their spot.

Looking Ahead: A Future Built on Collaboration As the meeting concluded, the theme of empowerment through innovation and collaboration was clear. While challenges remain, the community’s continued support—through events like the golf tournament and garage sale—ensures that the chapter is well-prepared to tackle them.

Parry Sound is a community that

values collaboration, and with each project, the chapter strengthens its commitment to building a brighter, more sustainable future for all. The belief that "empowering community members to innovate and collaborate sparks meaningful, sustainable, positive change for everyone" is not just a guiding principle; it’s a lived experience that makes Parry Sound a model for what communities can achieve when they work together.

Whether you're on the golf course, hunting for bargains at the garage sale, or cheering from the sidelines, remember that you’re part of something bigger—a community that’s building not just homes, but hope, innovation, and a better tomorrow. With the combined efforts of Habitat for Humanity and Community Living Parry Sound, that future continues to brighten.

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Introduction Nestled along the serene shores of Georgian Bay, the Fitness Trail (aka Waterfront Trail) is more than just a pathway; it’s the emotional heart of Parry Sound. As you stroll along its flat, welcoming expanse, you’re not just walking – you’re connecting with the very essence of our community. It’s a

place where the spirit of “caring for people in place” truly comes alive, echoing the ethos inscribed on the Georgian Bay Biosphere sign. But now, this treasured trail is under threat, and the time has come for us to rally together to protect it.

The Georgian Bay Biosphere: A Sacred Connection The Georgian Bay Biosphere, one of Canada’s 19 UNESCO-designated biosphere reserves, is a testament to the deep, harmonious relationship between people and the land. This unique area spans 347,000 hectares of shoreline and is a living laboratory for biodiversity conservation, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development.

It's a region where Indigenous heritage and wisdom interlace with contemporary ecological practices, fostering a profound respect for nature and our place within it.

The Fitness Trail is an integral part of this biosphere. It’s where the rugged beauty of Georgian Bay meets accessibility, allowing people of all ages and abilities to experience its wonders. From toddlers taking their first unsteady steps to seniors enjoying a leisurely walk, this trail is a lifeline for many. It’s flat, safe, and inviting – a rare treasure in a world often marked by barriers and obstacles.

A Sanctuary in Times of Struggle During both the best and worst times of our lives, the Fitness Trail has been a sanctuary. It has witnessed moments

gentle rhythm of nature.

On this trail, we find not just physical exercise but emotional healing. We walk beside superstar runners and those with physical disabilities, all moving at their own pace but united by a shared appreciation for this beautiful space.

Young children run freely, their laughter mingling with the calls of birds, while frail seniors find a place to walk with dignity and ease.

The Threat to Our Trail Despite its importance, the Fitness Trail is under threat. Practical considerations and budget analyses suggest changes that could undermine its very essence. If we allow it to be repurposed or neglected, we risk losing a vital part of our community fabric. Hundreds of people rely on this trail every day for their physical and mental health and as a place to connect with others.

The Fitness Trail is not just a route from point A to point B. It’s a bridge – not just a physical one, but a metaphorical bridge connecting us to our past, our community, and our natural world.

Losing it would be a tragedy, and no argument could bring it back once it’s gone.

A Call to Action I’m heartened by the engagement of our community. People are signing petitions, filling out surveys, and voicing their concerns on social media. Yet, there’s a palpable confusion about the trail’s future. We need clarity, dialogue, and a unified effort to preserve this precious resource.

To address this, I propose that we organize a Town Hall meeting. This will provide a platform for open discussion, allowing all voices to be heard and fostering a collaborative approach to protecting our trail. Here’s how we can do it: Organizing a Town Hall Meeting Invite Stakeholders: Encourage community members, local businesses, and trail users to attend. Everyone who loves and uses the trail should have a say.

Prepare Presentations: Highlight the trail’s historical significance, usage statistics, and community support while having the Town present why they think these changes are needed.

Providing clear information is crucial.

(This could be done by both the Town and those supporting keeping the trail – as is.) Will an in-person Town Hall meeting be held and conducted to hear the concerns of Parry Sound taxpayers?

Showcase Testimonials: Share personal stories and testimonials from residents who benefit from the trail. These heartfelt accounts will underscore its importance and rally support.

Interactive Dialogue: Facilitate a Q&A session where community members can voice their concerns and ask questions.

This will help dispel any misinformation and allow for a more informed discus-

sion.

A Legacy for Future Generations Our predecessors gifted us this trail, and it’s our responsibility to pass it on to the next generation. Imagine a well-developed town dock where people can gather, enjoy the view, and then cross the road to enter the pristine beauty of the biosphere. This balance of development and preservation is what makes Parry Sound unique.

Not everyone can tackle rugged trails or venture out on the bay, but the Fitness Trail offers an inclusive space where everyone can find joy. It’s a place where families, friends, and dog lovers coexist harmoniously, creating a tapestry of community that’s rare and precious.

The Fitness Trail: A Unique Community Treasure Having traveled the world, I can say with confidence that our trail is special.

Where else do people greet each other with a smile, say “good morning,” and genuinely inquire about your well-being? This sense of community, fostered by the trail’s natural beauty and accessibility, is something we must cherish and protect.

The Waubuno Pedestrian Bridge: Let’s Look More Closely At the heart of this trail lies the Waubuno Pedestrian Bridge, a historic structure that connects the two sides of the trail, providing safe passage over Waubuno Road. This bridge is more than just a piece of infrastructure; it’s a symbol of the town’s commitment to maintaining accessible public spaces for all.

The bridge is essential for several reasons: Safety: Waubuno Road is steep and winding, with limited visibility. The bridge ensures that pedestrians can cross safely without interacting with vehicular traffic.

Accessibility: The bridge allows people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the trail without having to navigate the potentially hazardous road crossing.

Historical Significance: The bridge is a reminder of Parry Sound’s rich history, offering stunning views of Georgian Bay and the surrounding landscape.

It’s a place where memories are made, whether it’s watching the sunset or spotting the colorful sails of young sailors practicing in the bay.

So Many Questions…

However, the future of the Waubuno Pedestrian Bridge is now in question.

The June 18th report to Council recommended “removal of the structure over Waubuno Road on the Fitness Trail & to slope the trail section to a level crossing to facilitate safe use of the Fitness Trail while ensuring that a viable future infrastructure corridor is available for future servicing of the north end of town.”

This report appears to focus more on infrastructure development than on bridge safety. It includes details such as the inspection revealing deficiencies that need addressing, with a repair cost of $350,000 already allocated in the budget. But this raises more questions than it answers: If the funding has been accessed for bridge repairs, why is the Town proposing its destruction?

How long will it take for the Town’s proposal to be complete? I have heard over a year.

When was a “viable infrastructure corridor approved? Is this cleaned up language for tearing up the Trail to lay down sewer and water? It seems a long way to the north end – it this the best way to service it?

Does the proposed infrastructure development require the closure of a portion of the trail, and for how long? How often will it need to be dug up for repairs and adjustments?

Does infrastructure construction through park space comply with the Town’s master plan?

These are just a few of the many questions that must be answered before any decisions are made.

The Importance of Safety and Community Consultation Removing the bridge that separates walking traffic from vehicle traffic on Waubuno Road is not advisable due to several key safety concerns. Waubuno Road is characterized by its steep (18 meters) and winding nature, which significantly reduces visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. The road’s oblique angle at the intersection further complicates visibility, making it diffi-

cult for drivers to see pedestrians and vice versa. This hazardous environment increases the likelihood of accidents, especially at intersections where quick decisions and clear lines of sight are crucial.

Moreover, this change is not in the Master Plan for Trails. One of the Master Plan's key objectives is to avoid user conflicts and ensure safety, which this proposal contradicts. Mixing pedestrian and vehicle traffic on such a challenging road raises collision risks, particularly during peak hours or in low-light conditions. Winter ice and summer speeding further endanger shared spaces. The absence of community consultation undermines the proposal’s credibility, and removing the bridge without thorough assessment threatens public safety, as it is a beloved community asset providing safe pedestrian passage.

Call to Action 1. Attend the Town Council Meeting: Your voice is crucial in this discussion.

Join us at the Town Council meeting on August 13th and September 2nd to share your thoughts and concerns about the future of the Waubuno Pedestrian Bridge and the Fitness Trail.

2. Visit the Town’s Website: Leave your comments on the town’s website and participate in the public comment process: Waubuno Pedestrian Bridge Public Comment 3. Join the Facebook Group: Stay updated and engage with the community by joining our Facebook group, "Save Old Town Beach Bridge!": Facebook Group Link 4. Request a Town Hall: Push for an in-person Town Hall meeting so that we can have a comprehensive discussion about the future of our trail, the bridge, and the proposed infrastructure projects. Transparency and community involvement are essential in these decisions.

5. Write the Mayor and Council: Taking the time to write your ideas and concerns is the best way to let the Mayor and Council know what you are thinking.

Conclusion The Waterfront Trail in Parry Sound is a cherished gem, offering a rare flat path in the town's hilly landscape.

Our environment has been shaped by ancient ice age forces, and this trail weaves through lush greenery, inviting people of all ages and abilities to enjoy its natural beauty while fostering a deep connection with nature. It is more than just a walking path; it is a space where our community comes together, where memories are made, and where we find peace and inspiration in the midst of our busy lives. A place where Charlie can find a rainbow.

As we face the possibility of losing part of this beloved trail, we must remember that once it’s gone, it cannot be replaced. The trail represents our commitment to preserving the natural beauty and inclusivity that make Parry Sound special. It’s a testament to our shared values and a promise to future generations that they too will have a place to connect with nature and with each other.

Let us stand together to ensure that the Fitness Trail remains untouched, a sanctuary for all who seek it, and a symbol of our community’s resilience and unity. The decisions we make now will echo through the years, shaping the legacy we leave behind. Together, we can preserve this precious resource, honoring the past while embracing the future with open hearts and a shared commitment to the well-being of our town.

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It’s hot, and the pool is open! Join us for exercise! Aquafit at the pool open to anyone. $5/person 6:30-8pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Seniors’ Line Dancing 10:30am- Seniors’ Fitness 12noon- AlAnon 6pm- Yoga and Fascial Manoeuvres 250 Clark - Did you know we have a used clothing store at 250 Clark? It is a wonderful day to shop local and buy some recycled goods! Stop in today at Grace House Powassan from 9-1pm. Please use the west door to access the store.

7pm- Storytime in the Woods (on Facebook- “Events at 250 Clark” Join us on Thursdays at 2 pm for some fun! Groovin’ with Grandma is exclusive to the CCC! It’s a freestyle movement class based on dancing and letting loose! It’s gentle exercise and good for you whatever your fitness level! Come for the exercise and stay for a coffee! Admission fee is optional and the suggested donation is $2 - $5 Coffee, tea and soft drinks are available for purchase.

AUGUST 23RD – 2TH - TROUT CREEK FALL FAIR - FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO • HORSE SHOW • LIVE MUSIC - VENDORS • FAMILY FUN - BALE THROWING CONTEST • KIDS GAMES GEEK PARADE - -VENDOR MARKET - LIVE MUSIC & BEER GARDEN -KIDS AIR BOUNCE ADVENTURES -REPTILE ADVENTURE CAMP -HAY BALE THROWING CONTEST SUNDAY AUGUST 25TH -LIVE MUSIC -KIDS GAMES -HORSE SHOW -ADMISSION BY DONATION - TROUTCREEKFALLFAIR.COM FOR INFO ON ENTRY FORMS. VOLUNTEERS WELCOME! SEPTEMBER 14TH – 11am walk starts! PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR 12th ANNUAL ALL HEARTPET RESCUE BRING YOUR DOG(s) & TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO JOIN US ON! PLEDGE FORMS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING Marnie at wolfleach@msn.com or at any one of the locations listed below Walk starts at 11am!

LOCATION: TOMPSON PARK , PARKING LOT ON FISHER ST. (ACROSS FROM BURGER WORLD) North Bay - Pick up locations: Howe’s Fan & Lighting, Lisa’s Dog House, Pet Valu (Lakeshore Dr), Bins & Bins, Precious Paws & All Heart Pet Rescue Powassan Soccer July and August – Tuesdays-Soccer for 4-6 and 6-9 year olds will be happening at -Glendale Heights Field this summer. We’re looking for parent volunteers !

9am - Ipm POWASSAN FARMERS’ MARKET- Live Music, Baked Goods, Fresh Veggies, Local Crafters, Kids’ Activities, BBQ Food, Local Meats, Cut Flowers, Artisan Goods and More!

EVERY SATURDAY 760 Main Street, POWASSANFARMERSMARKET@GMAIL.COM EVERY TUESDAY 12 noon! YOGA IN THE PARK, Veterans’ Memorial Park - $5 suggested donation.

Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. Held at the Powassan Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 453 - Tuesdays at 9:30 am On Thursdays, Jeannine Welton is offering weekly Yoga with Fascial Maneuvers from 6-7pm. Cost is $10 per class, and you pay at the class. This type of yoga involves simple movements incorporating gentle twists and breathwork that anyone can do! It is designed to increase your mobility and reduce pain. ALL welcome!

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Seniors’ Fitness classes with Joyce! Join in on this dynamic class for decades, and always puts some “FUN” into her classes.

The classes are on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30am. Come out for the fun!

Let’s Get Active! Free Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. This is drop in- no registration

AUGUST 30TH- 7 PM – MAGNETAWAN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY- FALL FAIR - PRESENTS VARIETY NIGHT -Do you have talent? Come on out and show off that talent!

Singing, dancing, instrumental, comedy, magic, skits, poetry reading.

OPEN TO ALL AGES!! Lions Pavilion Magnetawan . REGISTRATION: 6:30- 6:45 PM AUGUST 30TH- 6:30 PM – MAGNETAWAN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FALL FAIR DOG SHOW Please join the GNA in wishing Dorothy Culbert a very Happy Birthday. Dorothy celebrated her birthday August 11th. We wish you much health, happiness and a year ahead filled with love.

WISHING A VERY Happy 23RD wedding anniversary to Jason and Jennifer Henry of Sundridge!

We wish you much love, health and happiness in the many years ahead.

OCTOBER 4TH AND 5TH-PUCK AND BALL TOURNAMENT AT Burks Falls Arena/Fairgrounds Cost: 600 per team. Guaranteed two hockey games and two baseball games.

Camping available on site. Mens and Women's division TO REGISTER : LUCAS - 705-349-8483 OR DEVON - 705-618-1329 $300 DEPOSIT REQUIRED DEPOSIT SECURES YOUR SPOT - LIMITED TO 12 TEAMS 47th ANNUAL HIGHLAND CRAFT SHOW – SUNDRIDGE- is on for Saturday November 24, 9am to 2pm. Message me, or email highlandcraftshow@gmail. com to book your table. As usual, donation to the Food Bank is the entrance fee. Tables inside are $40 each.

DOUBLE DECKER SUMMER HOURS!!! OPEN LATE! Summer is in full swing and you know what that means!!! Late night double decker! Summer hours Monday- 11-8 , Tuesday-Il-8 , WEDNESDAY CLOSED!!! , Thursday-11-9 , Friday-Il-IO , Saturday-11-12 , Sunday-12-7 OPEN FOR THE SUMMER! Strong Agricultural Society yard sale Saturdays 8-12 noon EVERY SATURDAY! 14 Albert Street North. See you there.

The Splash Pad is open for the season! Council and staff are looking forward to another fun-filled summer season in Sunny Sundridge! As always, please remember use of the Splash Pad is at your own risk.

THE RIDGE ( Ten Gables) Golf Course is all groomed and ready! Book your Tee Off times now!

The Restaurant and Patio Bar are now fully open, and on the weekend, you can enjoy a beautiful Sunday Buffet Breakfast!

“Pie Oh My in Sundridge” - SUMMER

required. Powassan Legion Branch 453, Tuesdays at 9:30 am Please shop at Rescued Treasures ALL PROCEEDS ARE TO SUPPORT. ALL HEART PET RESCUE? OUR THRIFT STORE IS RUN COMPLETLEY BY OUR INCREDIBLE VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS! THANK YOU! Please drop off donations at All Heart pet Rescue, 430 Oakwood Rd, Powassan. Our store front location is located at 510B Main Street, Powassan 705-724-2059 Powassan Meals On Wheels has been around for many, many years and continues to provide access to nutrition as well as a wellness check. We are looking for someone to volunteer for every other Wednesday at 11 am. Interested? Please contact our office at 705-724-6028 for more details.

Karate classes at 250 Clark are ongoing! They happen twice weekly- Wednesday and Sunday afternoons. Spaces available now.

Email recreation@powassan.net to register.

250 Clark - Tuesday is- 9am- Seniors’ Line Dancing 11am- Seniors’ Fitness 4:30pm- Nerf Wars 6:30pm- Adult Volleyball 8pmBody Fit- the final class!

Volleyball at 250 Clark, Adult Players only, Tuesdays 6:30-9pm. $5 drop-in fee.

POWASSAN FOOD BANK - Every Monday 10am to 12pm (donation drop off only) *no client services. Wednesday’s for client’s food pick up. Evening foodbank 5:30 to 8pm (for working clients only) Any questions please contact Diane (705) 492-3958 BATTERIES - Want to recycle your used batteries? Head to @ Powassan Home Hardware! There’s a recycle box on the second counter that is for used batteries. Home Hardware has a battery recycling program that is Canada-wide.

POWASSAN LIBRARY

Our “Newly Acquired Section” at the front of the library now reads “Newish”. Although this warrants a chuckle, the reason we made this change is no laughing matter. As you may be aware, our 2024 budget is extremely limited, necessitating deep cost cutting for us to keep operating.

Following some very tough decisions, for now we have settled on:- Some reductions in our regular hours- and a freeze on the purchase of any new books and DVDs until the new 2025 Budget. We hope to be able to continue providing you with the high standard of service to which you are accustomed. To make these budget cuts and restrictions as seamless and unnoticeable as possible and with little disruption to the way things have operated in the past -- we need your help! Every donation, big or small, or somewhere in between, helps! We need new books and DVDs!!!

If you’re a reader who enjoys purchasing the most current books for yourself, perhaps when you’re done reading them, you would consider donating them to the library so others can enjoy them too! The same applies to DVDs, if you’re a movie buff and have some of the newest releases, perhaps you would like to share them with others in the community? A Charitable Tax Receipt will be issued for every donation, or for the value of the donated new books and DVDs! Let’s make Powassan a SHARING COMMUNITY! As a library, one of our key mandates is to share. To share resources, access, knowledge, services and information. Now, more than ever, we need your help to do this. As a team, as a community, we need to come together by giving what we can, when we can, so that everyone can continue to access all the most up to date free resources and services at the library.

Library Summer Hours: Monday · Tuesday · Wednesday · Thursday · Friday ·10:00 am 6:00 pm· Closed Saturdays & Sundays ·Closed Monday, August 5thfor the Civic Holiday.

The official opening of the Valerie Houghtling Quiet Room was the culmination of a great deal of hard work, dedication, generosity and teamwork. We would like to thank everyone from Lisa Laflamme and Michael Cooke, to the Fundraising Committee, volunteers, and many generous donors and supporters of the library who made the unveiling of this little room possible today and to all who were able to join us. We welcome members of the community to stop by anytime to see the room, to sit quietly and read, to reflect, and to enjoy this peaceful space.

New in the LOT (Library of Things):Keyboards are now available as part of our library of things! Our LOT also includes park passes, guitars, budding birder backpacks and so much more.

Come into the library today and see what we have to offer!

This Month in Events The TD Summer Reading Club is truly

action packed! Owen has lined up tons of special guests and amazing events to supercharge your summer 2024. Notably, we have Free Baseball Day Thursdays this summer. This is thanks to the amazing support, training and equipment we received from the Toronto Blue Jays’ Foundation: Jays Care. We are fortunate and grateful to have had an amazing team of volunteers who helped make this summer so inspiring!

Speaking of special events, in August we have guests at the TD Summer Reading club almost every day! We’ll be joined by local author Adele Lamothe, by Heidi and her farm animals, and we’re taking a tour of the firehall! Pick up a printed copy of the August schedule at the library or visit our website home page!

A few of this month’s upcoming events:The Doug Mackey Art Gallery Presents: Mieke Markus - July to August 2024 Come and enjoy the wonderful artwork of Mieke Markus on display at the Doug Mackey Art Gallery during July and August.

Her artwork is both inspiring and detailed, Mieke has a great eye for colour and composition. This is a gallery showing you won’t want to miss.

Our Regular Events: For Adults - Book Club - Tuesday, August 27th at 5:30 pm - A Life Changing Nonfiction Book French Conversation Group - Tuesdays at 11:00 am Friends of The Library - Tuesday, September 3rd at 1pm Are you looking for a way to support your library and your community? Consider becoming a ‘Friend of the Library’. This friendly and engaging group is dedicated to supporting and promoting the Powassan & District Union Public Library in the community. The Friends of the Library fundraise to help subsidize programs at the library such as the StoryWalk® initiative and other special projects.

They are always happy to welcome new friends to the group!

Please save the date of Saturday September 28th to attend their main fundraising event - the annual Crafting Items Sale Event at the library starting at 10am.

Library Board Meeting - On Pause for the Summer Motivational Writing Group - on zoom for the summer .Powassan Purls Knitters - Fridays at 10:00 am Rug Hookers - On Pause for the Summer For Teens - Teen Hangout - Weekdays from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Teens are welcome to meet with friends to chat, hang out and chill!

Computers, wifi, board games and musical instruments are also available. Teens are also welcome to all the events happening at the TD Summer Reading Club!

For The Kids - Summer 2024 Story Walk – August - Join your friends for a walk around town and read our Summer Story Walk: The Darkest Dark written by Chris Hadfield! This wonderful read has been postered on Main Street of Powassan and provided by the TD Summer Reading Program. Follow the numbers in the top right corner of each panel to read the story in order. Answer the questions about the story inside this pamphlet and return it to the library to collect your tasty prize!

2024 TD Summer Reading Program! - Monday to Friday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm Blue Sky Passport Adventure! - Summer 2024 Summer Kids’ Computer Hour - Weekdays 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm LaLeche League Meet-Up - On Pause for the Summer Tales & Tunes with Paul The Straw Hat Man - August 14th & 21st at 10:30 am Raising Readers - Thursdays at 6:15 pm - on break for the summer Toddler Time - Daily from Monday to Friday at 10:30 am - Toddler Tales - Mondays at 10:30 am Room Rentals: We have room rentals available at very reasonable rates. If you need a meeting room or a Certified Kitchen or even a space for your kid’s birthday party, we’ve got you covered!

Click here for Rental Info.

Tech Help:In August tech appointments will be available on Mondays from 2:00 to 3:00 pm and Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Please call the library at 705-724-3618 or send us an email at powlib@gmail.com to book your appointment.

Life Labs Bloodwork: Mondays and Thursdays - 8:00 am to 10:45 am. Closed Monday ,August 5th for the Civic Holiday. Remember to bring your health card and requisition.

Hayes' Service Centre 148 Ontario St, Burk’s Falls, ON P0A 1C0 Automotive Repair Shop · Gas Station · Tourist Information Center (705) 382-3316 HOURS: 11am-8pm Tuesday-Saturday CLOSED: Sunday & Monday FROZEN MEAL DELIVERY! MEALS ARE $7.00 & CONSIST OF MAIN COURSE & DESSERT "DELIVERED EVERY TUESDAY - ELIGIBLE PERSONS INCLUDE: - SENIORS 65+ -THOSE WHO ARE TERMINALLY/CHRONICALLY ILL - THOSE WITH A DEVELOPMENT DISABILITY - THOSE RECENTLY DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL (I.E. POST SURGERY) - EAST PARRY SOUND Support Services FOR MORE INFO & TO ORDER - CONTACT CSS @ 705-724-6028 SUNDRIDGE STRONG AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY IS LOOKING FOR VENDORS FOR THE ANNUAL FALL FAIR – OUTDOOR SPACE - RAIN OR SHINE Have you considered being a vendor at the Strong Fall Fair? This family oriented event happens on Saturday September 14, 2024 in the Village of Sundridge (half way between North Bay and Huntsville) and we would love to fill our fair grounds with a variety of vendors and small businesses. If you are interested in learning more or want our registration form, email me at:sasvendorform@gmail.com SUNDRIDGE STRONG UNION LIBRARY - With Melinda Kent Happy Summer!

Our TD Summer Reading Club - August 22, 29. Thursdays at 6:30 pm. The program is geared towards school age children but anyone who enjoys listening to stories and making crafts is welcome to attend.

Step It Up Walking Club - Wednesdays at 9:00.

Meet in the Library Parking lot by the well.

Book Club - the third Wednesday each month at 3:00 pm Book Sale - Wednesday, July 31 from 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. - Thursday, August 1st from 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Friday, August 2nd from 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Sat., August 3rd from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

If you would like to donate books for the sale, please drop them off at Zion United Church in the shed behind the church or at the Sundridge-Strong Library.

So many wonderful fun things happening! Fun and games! New hours! EUCHRE - Wed 7:00-9:30 pm – CRIB - Thursday, 7:00 – 9:30 pm – DARTS - Friday -

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, SCRABBLE – Saturday, 2:00-4:00 pm, we also have other games like Trivial Pursuit, Dominos! FOR MORE INFORMATION, please call Hugh, 705- 384-7908 -please leave a message… 705492-2229, please leave a text!

Let’s Get Active! Free Classes! Join us for a onehour class focusing on balance and strength. This is drop in- no registration required. Bethel Pentecostal Church, Tuesdays at 11am.

We are in need of volunteers. If you know of any high school students that need their community service hours, they are welcome to come help us out with BINGO or dinners or many other things. We also would love anyone else to help out if they can. Please drop in during business hours and give us your name and number or call 705-386-2906 to leave them. Getting our community together one step at a time.

SUNDRIDGE LEGION BRANCH #467 So many wonderful fun things happening! Fun and games! New hours! EUCHRE - Wed 7:00-9:30 pm – CRIB - Thursday, 7:00 – 9:30 pm – DARTS - Friday 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, SCRABBLE – Saturday, 2:00-4:00 pm, we also have other games like Trivial Pursuit, Dominos! FOR MORE INFORMATION, please call Hugh, 705- 384-7908 -please leave a message… 705492-2229, please leave a text!

Let’s Get Active! Free Classes! Join us for a onehour class focusing on balance and strength. This is drop in- no registration required. Bethel Pentecostal Church, Tuesdays at 11am.

We are in need of volunteers. If you know of any high school students that need their community service hours, they are welcome to come help us out with BINGO or dinners or many other things. We also would love anyone else to help out if they can. Please drop in during business hours and give us your name and number or call 705-386-2906 to leave them. Getting our community together one step at a time.

AUGUST 23RD – 10:30-1:30PM -ZION UNITED CHURCH MEN’S PIE AND COFFEE EXTRAVAGANZA! Did someone say Homemade Pies?? Save the Date !

HOMEMADE PIE, TEA, COFFEE, JUICE – ONLY $6 PER PERSON! ZION UNITED CHURCH, 49 MAIN STREET, SUNDRIDGE – EVERYONE WELCOME!

AUGUST 24TH – 5PM- DINNER AND DANCE AT THE SUNDRIDGE LEGION by THE STRONG AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY ‘BUZZING’ THROUGH 140 YEARS! MUSIC BY DOUBLE D - Advance tickets only - Adults $25 - Kids $15 (12 and under free) Call or Email Jennifer 705-384-7110 - strongagsociety@hotmail.com

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THE FITNESS TRAINER ASKED ME “WHAT KIND OF SQUAT ARE YOU ACCUSTOMED TO DOING" , "DIDDLY" participant will receive a goodie bag at the end of the class. $60Copper- $90-Stirling Silver

FROZEN MEAL DELIVERY! MEALS ARE $7.00 & CONSIST OF MAIN COURSE & DESSERT “DELIVERED EVERY TUESDAY - ELIGIBLE PERSONS INCLUDE: - SENIORS 65+ -THOSE WHO ARE TERMINALLY/CHRONICALLY ILL - THOSE WITH A DEVELOPMENT DISABILITY - THOSE RECENTLY DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL (I.E. POST SURGERY) EAST PARRY SOUND Support Services - FOR MORE INFO & TO ORDER - CONTACT CSS @ 705-724-6028 EVERY! Thursday, night! free event.  Each show car entry receives one free door, prize ticket for a chance to win a cool prize.  Hosted by The Shock Rodz Car Club We have a few special awards we will be handing out!  As well as our usual, (for our Showcar participants) Car of the week award, loyalty prize, Great, Door prizes up for grabs,  * And free hot wheels for kids!  * All Proceeds from our 50/50 draw will be used to help fill the shelves of the South River Food Bank * We will also be happy to accept donations of non-perishable, food items, as well as toiletries, etc. * So  Bring you’re hot rods,  classics, muscle cars,  rat rods, custom’s , shiny, or patinaed, one off Builds, and motorcycles!  if it’s cool, we want to see it!  * These free events are open to everyone with a classic or cool ride & we welcome all other car club members as well *** Our Gate will now be open at 5:30pm so please help spread the word of that time change. * And  as always, thank you for continuing to respect our venue and keeping it a no burn out zone and following the instructions of our volunteers/ members at all times.  * We can’t wait to see what everybody brings out for us to see * Spectators are welcome to come and enjoy these free events as well. And here is what you need to know  in order to participate! * Please follow the directions of our volunteers/ members at all times. * Bring your kids and we have a cool Hot wheels for them * Absolutely  No  pets/ dogs are permitted anywhere in or at our events! * Please don’t leave them in your car! We love our pets, but they are far better left at home. * Certified / vested working animals are exempt, however, * They  are not permitted near any of the show vehicles. * They  must remain leashed and in control at all times! * And you will be held responsible for any clean up or damage they cause! * Where Spectators CAN Park! * We do have handicap parking directly in front of the brewery for those that need it. Just show your card or sticker to one of our members and they will show you where to park. * Thank you to The businesses, Across the street and have graciously allowed spectator parking in their parking lots. * The South River Chip Stand. * Sheri’s Diner * The Red Canoe Family Restaurant *Further down on Toronto street on the left there is a large parking lot that is free parking as well. *Spectator parking is NOT permitted anywhere within our event space including any of the parking lot areas front or back of *The Brewery *The Guardian Drug store * The ACED building.

Easy peasy! So bring your mom and your dad, your grandparents, your uncle, your cool, friends, and your kids, and come on out and enjoy it spending some time, looking at some great cars and talking to some amazing SEPTEMBER 1st- 1-4pm- CHRYSTAL CAVES - Learn how to create a wire-wrapped pumpkin pendant with copper or sterling silver wire in this beginner-friendly workshop! Featuring a variety of quality stones such as: labradorite, jasper, rose quartz and much more. An instructor will guide you through the process with a step-by-step booklet. Chain and polishing cloth included. Suitable for ages 12+. All materials provided, no experience required. Each

WE’RE OPEN! Early Child and Family Centre EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY FROM 9:30 AM-12PM. SOUTH RIVER -DSSAB - 16 Toronto Ave -705-386-2552 -ext.

5452 To register please go to the following link. All participants must register prior to attending; For more information regarding our programs you can visit our Facebook page EarlyON Child and Family Centres in the District of Parry Sound or visit our website @ wvvwloreverychild.ca South River Scoops ‘N’ More is OPEN 11 am to 9 pm 7 days a week . Come on out and enjoy your favourite desserts and treats featuring Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream. 281 Hwy 124, South River.

NEW SUMMER HOURS The ACS (Free Store) is currently accepting clothing at this time. Please drop off on Wednesday and Thursdays between 12-4pm. Drop off address is 131 Ottawa Ave South River ON P0A 1X0 Ladies disc golf league - Come on out on Wednesday nights at 6PM. to Tom Thomson Park, South River Don’t be intimidated to learn a new sport. Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in the past five years. It’s a lot of fun as well as cheap and easy to start playing. Unsure if you want to spend money on something you may not like? Fees not due until your second week. We can provide you discs to try as well. No weekly commitment. Play when you can. To sign up or for more information message Michelle Szabo-Okimi, Lorrie Slade ON FACEBOOK. Council Meeting’s Time and Date are now held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (except August and December PLEASE SUPPORT THE SOUTH RIVER FREE STORE! The (free) clothing closet in South River has reopened at the old Chalmers United Church beside the public school. Hours are Wednesdays & Thursdays 12pm-4pm incase anyone needs anything but most specifically if you have clothing to donate, the pickings are slim atm. They’re only excepting clothing right now, no household goods.

Why not meet at the Legion for some fun! Euchre and Darts!

Euchre. Thursday 2-4 pm - Darts. Tues 6:30-9 pm Let’s Get Active! Free Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. This is drop in- no registration required. Friendly Circle Srs. Centre Fridays at 11am.

Stand Up! A twice per week for FREE ! 12 weeks FALLS PREVENTION program for older adults Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10 am at Algonquin Fitness - South River - Register with Instructor Heidi Scott 705-386-7127 (LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE) Algonquin Fitness & Wellness Centre community

SOUTH RIVER FRIENDLY CIRCLE CLUB:

South River continues to grow! Mondays- yoga, bridge group and line dancing. Join in on Tuesdays for the seniors luncheon every 4th Tuesday of the month contact Lynda Callery at 705-3847765 to make a reservation.

SOUTH RIVER FRIENDLY CIRCLE. Chair yoga! Wednesdays from 10-11. Members $2.00 - Non members $4.00 Yearly membership $24.00!

Wednesdays the sewing group meets and creates from 9AM into the afternoon please contact Pearl Ivens 705-386-7434. 10AM Chair Yoga and Shuffleboard at 1PM. Wellness clinics (drop in) the first Wednesday of the month at 3PM. Thursdays, the Daisy chain ‘drop in Group for women’ Starts 10AM in the morning and it’s a great place to make new friendships and relax. 1PM is bridge.

South River Foot Care Clinic starts at 2PM the second Thursday of each month from 1PM-4PM, please contact Sarah for an appointment 705-471-1707. Fridays - ‘Stay on Your Feet’ program free to seniors.

Let’s Get Active! Catch up with friends and make new acquaintances ! FREE Drop-in... No need to register Classes! Join us for a one-hour class focusing on balance and strength. South River Friendly Circle Centre - Fridays at 11:00 am If you are interested in starting a group for other activities please contact Peggy- 705 386 0093 or Pearl- 705-386- 7434.

SOUTH RIVER LEGION BRANCH # 390

‘Why not meet at the Legion for some good times and fun!’

We’d like to ask for anyone who can spare a couple of hours a month, to help us out by volunteering. We need people to help with bingo, in the kitchen, to help with our meat draw and more.

Members, we count on you, but you don’t have to be a member to help out. Students are welcome as well. Please pm your name and phone # or drop in to the bar and let us know you can help.

Thank you so very much to the current volunteers. We couldn’t do it without you!

HOURS AND SCHEDULE - SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS CLOSED - TUESDAYS, OPEN – 4PM – 9PM (OR LATER) DARTS 6PM-9PM - WEDNESDAYS , OPEN - 2PM-8PM THURSDAYS, OPEN – 2PM – 8PM (OR LATER) WEDNESDAYS, EUCHRE - 2PM-4PM, WEDNESDAYS, BINGO 6:30PM - 10PM, 1ST AND 3RD. THURSDAY OF THE MONTH FRIDAYS, OPEN 2PM-9PM (OR LATER) MEAT DRAW – 3PM-6PM - BURGERS 5PM-7PM SATURDAYS, OPEN 2PM to WHENEVER DANCES OR EVENTS AS BOOKED . Alcoholics Anonymous group meetings in our basement every Monday at 7:30. Please spread the word.

The CIA had an opening for an undercover field agent.

After all the background checks, interviews and testing were done, there were three finalists: two men and a woman.

For the final test, the CIA agents took one of the men to a large metal door and handed him a gun.

"We must know you’ll follow instructions no matter what the circumstances. Inside the room you will find your wife sitting in a chair. Kill her.” said one of the agents.

"You can't be serious. I could never shoot my wife,” the man replied.

The agent said, "Then you’re not the right man for this job.

Take your wife and go home.”

The second man was given the same instruction. He took the gun and went into the room. All was quiet for about five minutes.

The man came out with tears in his eyes and said, “I tried, but I can't kill my wife."

The agent said, “You don't have what it takes, so take your wife and go home.”

Finally it was the woman's turn.

She was given the same instruction – to kill her husband.

She took the gun and went into the room. Shots were heard, one after another.

Then the recruiting agents heard screaming, crashing, and banging on the walls.

After a few minutes, all was quiet.

The door opened slowly and there stood the woman, wiping sweat from her brow.

"The gun was loaded with blanks,” she said, so I had to kill him with the chair!”

Every human spent about half an hour as a single cell.....hmmm

Whitestone Book Sale was a Great Success!

Catharina Bowers

Yesterday the Whitestone Public Library and its volunteers had a gigantic book sale. There were a lot of volunteers involved, from teenagers to seniors.

They transported the books from the library's storage area to the Dunchurch Community Centre on Friday and yesterday the sale went on with great enthusiasm! Instead of charging for each book, the avid readers were able to come into the Community Centre and, select as many books as they wanted, and leave a donation either in cash or by Square (debit, credit, MC and Visa.

It was a great way to run the book sale, the books were well displayed!

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Sunrise on Whitestone Lake by aritist Brenda La Rose.

Artist Brenda La Rose painted a commissioned

Happy Birthday Harvey! piece that would be auctioned off later in a silent auction. Brenda brought a collection of prints and paintings that could be sold. She also auctioned off a free print to those who had signed the special sheet.

I also was able to buy a beautiful print by Brenda., Sunrise on Whitestone Lake.

There were also baskets of books in various genres that could be sold. As well as book stands that were made by Dale Caldwell.

James and Connor had their faces painted by Abby.

Abby painted the faces of the children who attended. She also looked after the recreation committee's popcorn machine.

The day-long event started at 8:30 in the morning and finished at 4:30. It was a wonderful day filled with community spirit. A day that shows off the commitment of volunteers and how the community cares about the Whitestone Public Library. The proceeds had not been counted by the time I left.

The library was well underway in achieving its goal of $2000. Librarian Eva Fincham and her collection of volunteers appeared to be very happy and satisfied with the results of the day!

Thank you, to all the volunteers who worked so hard, and to all those who made generous donations to the library's book sale! We thank the community for a great turnout.

Small towns & proud ... connecting communities

Deb Bussey

Holy......can you hear the fire trucks? LOL Yes...it’s my big brother’s birthday on July 23rd and what a wonderful brother he is.

He taught me so much over the years; how to dance, play guitar, pick worms, catch fish, clean my own fish, drive stick, throw a punch and many things I can’t admit to as it will incriminate both of us! LOL! He has always been a great encourager as well as protector. He was lucky to find the most amazing Bajan ever...Pat, who I love as a sister and a friend.

He’s one lucky HB! LOL! Wishing you a day and year filled with as much love, happiness and laughter as you bring to others....oh and let’s not forget the shenanigans!

Happy Birthday Harv! Love ya.....Boodi Happy Birthday Nancy!

Happy Happy Birthday to my sister in-law Nancy on the 27th!

This lady sure needs to be celebrated. Not only is she an amazing cook, she has a heart of gold , loves to laugh and is full of mischief.

She deserves a medal...she’s been married to my brother Barry for a very very long time! LOL! Nancy, you’ve done so much for your family and friends that my wish is that you get treated extra special on your day. Maybe a nice meal, a few presents (hint hint), lots of hugs and a whole lot of love.

Happy Birthday Nan Love ya Deb

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He Said / She Said...but Jim is always Wrong

When I was a kid there were two ways to die, natural causes and talking back to your parents .

I SAID "ALEXA, WHAT DO WOMEN WANT?" THE THING HASN'T SHUT UP FOR SEVEN DAYS.

SEX AT 73 I just took a leaflet out of my mailbox, informing me that I can have sex at 73. I'm so happy, because I live at number 71. So it's not too far to walk home afterwards. And it's the same side of the street. I don't even have to cross the road!

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It is really funny and hilarious when wife thinks she is punishing her husband by not talking to him for days.

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Politically In-Correct ......If you don’t have a sence of humor...turn the page....its that easy.

No-One is safe.....by: Jim

The best way to keep a prisoner from escaping is to make sure he never knows he's in prison. — Fyodor Dostoevsky How to politely tell someone they are stupid : Wisdom has been chasing you, but you have always been faster.

I'm just You know what? gonna say it. Sharks just aren't eating enough people.

Apologize When you are Wrong and Stop looking for quotes that supports your stupidity .

So, there is a lot of talk about kids identifying as cats or dogs “furries”, they call them.

Imagine if you can, that one of my kids told me they thought they were a cat?

Sitting at the supper table son says: “Dad, I think I’m a cat!

Dad: “No son, you’re a boy! “ My son: “No dad some of my friends at school identify as cats, they call themselves furries, and so do I !!

It’s my right and you can’t do anything about it!”

Dad: “OK!! “ My son: “Hey, where’s my supper? “ Dad: “Your supper is in the catfood bowl in the corner. Now get off the table you mangy cat!”

My son: “What???”

Dad: hits him with a broom, “get off the table furball!!”

My son in the corner looking bewildered!

Me to my wife : “Is that cat neutered”??

My wife: “I will make an appointment!! “ My son: “What??? “ Dad: “Your mother and I have decided we don’t want a house cat, so get out to the barn and hunt mice!”

My son: “What???”

Dad: brandishes broom, “NOW, to the barn you stupid cat!!”

My son: “Dad, I think I’m a boy!”

Dad: “I thought so, now sit down and eat your supper!!”

Spay and neuter these animals.

Stop them from reproducing. Today’s society has enough fruit loops already.

End of story!

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SPRUCEDALE AND AREA NEWS With Lynda Howse

What is Happening in the Community Centre: SPRUCEDALE !!!! Stay On Your Feet Class – FREE Every Wednesday at 1:30 pm. No need to register – just show up and have fun. At the Sprucedale Community

Centre.

Seniors Luncheon program, every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Please call 705-724-6028/1888-521-0000 to reserve your spot. $10.00/ person Sprucedale Senior’s Friendship Club events.

It is worth the drive to Sprucedale!!!

Monday at 1 pm Ladies Euchre, men welcome; 7pm Dabber Bingo doors open at 6 pm.

Mixed Euchre Thursday at 7:00 pm these events take place at the Community Centre, 31 William Street. Come and join our players for a fun time of Bingo and Euchre.

McMurrich/Monteith Recreation Committee had an incredible day at the Sprucedale Summfest and 4th annual lawn tractor races. It SPRUCEDALE DRAGONFLY CAFÉ IS NOW OPEN! Thurs - Sat 9 am - 3 pm – 2415 Hwy 518. Downtown Sprucedale - Coffee & Baked Goods - Artisan Breads - "Nurturing community through coffee, conversation and meaningful collaboration" FREE WIFI! Breakfast & Lunch items Artisan Breads, TO pre-order artisan bread products, email your order by Monday at noon for pick up on Thursday. EMAIL: cheers-dragonfly@ gmail.com COMMUNITY EVENTS! DOMINOES — Every Thursday at 1:30 pm WORSHIIP SERVICE with a message of hope and a place to belong!

— Sprucedale United Church on Sundays, 9:30 am Everyone Is Welcome Here! Dragonfly United is working to create a community hub for everyone. If you have an idea on how to bring people together like a Book Club, Game Night, Music Class, Cooking Group, Local Artists, Musician and Farmers, just to name a FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK! TheDragonflyCollectiveSprucedaIe Looking for quality items made by local artisans to display & sell! For information about Dragonfly United email cheers.dragonfly@gmail.com WEDNESDAYS - Stay On Your Feet Class – FREE Every Wednesday at 1:30 pm. No need to register – just show up and have fun. At the Sprucedale Community Centre.

AUGUST 13TH - Seniors Luncheon program, every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Please call 705-7246028/1-888-521-0000 to reserve your spot. $10.00/ person Sprucedale Senior’s Friendship Club events

was perfect racing weather. Thank you to all the volunteers, staff and Council that made this day happen. And a big thank you to all the spectators for coming out and making it another successful event! See you next year!

Sprucedale Steam Rollers came in 4th at the Baseball Tournament. Well done Team and congratulations on a great season. The Steam Roller team were amazing on tournament weekend and throughout the season. Loved watching all of them improve. Great job coaches.

Sprucedale Faith Chapel, 63 Henry Street, Sprucedale.

Sunday services at 10:30 am. Ladies Bible Study, every 2 nd Tuesday’s for Summer at 9:45 am to 12 pm. General Bible Study weekly on Thursday’s at 7:00 pm. For more information email Pastor Dallas; sprucedalefaithchapel@gmail.com Sprucedale United Church, 2415 ON-518, Sprucedale , Service Sunday 9:30 am. Thursday Dominoes at 1:30 pm Thank you to everyone who keeps letting us know of the events happening in our community, we try our best to submitted the events on time.

Holding a community event or celebrating a special occasion in Sprucedale, please contact me by email or phone at 705-685-7938, cell: 705-571-4797 and leave the details of the event and a contact number. Photos are also accepted.

Lynda Howse is a columnist with the Great North Arrow News. She can be reached at lyndahowse@xplornet.com

Mondays at 1 pm Ladies Euchre, men welcome; 7pm Dabber Bingo doors open at 6 pm.

Mixed Euchre Thursday at 7:00 pm these events take place at the Community Centre, 31 William Street.

Firefighter Challenge, come and cheer on your favourite Team!!! Burk’s Falls Fairground, 220 Centre Street, Saturday, July 13. Games begin at high Noon.

Teams; Burk’s Falls; Kearney; Magnetawan; McMurrich/Monteith; Perry.

SEPTEMBER 28th- Do you love to crochet, or know someone who does? I am hosting a crochet retreat in Sprucedale at the United Church. Ontario Fall Crochet Retreat - Registration now open!! Date: Saturday September 28, 2024 Location: The beautiful Almaguin Highlands (north of Huntsville, just west of Algonquin Park). The classes will be held at Sprucedale, ON. Come to the area for the weekend and enjoy all the glorious fall colours in the region. I had so much fun hosting my first retreat in Milton in March.

Now I am bringing it north!! The theme will be COLOUR (it is fall, after all! Please contact Sally Reiser @ yoursinyarn@aol.com Sprucedale Faith Chapel, 63 Henry Street, Sprucedale. - Sunday services at 10:30 am. Ladies Bible Study, Tuesday’s at 9:45 am to 12 pm. General Bible Study weekly on Thursday’s at 7:00 pm. First and last Friday of each month is game night 7- 9pm.

Starting April 9th (Tuesday) Kids Club weekly from 1-5 pm. PastorDallas;sprucedalefaithchapel@gmail. com Sprucedale United Church, 2415 ON-518, Service Sunday 9:30 am. Thursday Dominoes at 1:30 pm

AUGUST 19TH – 7PM – DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM SPRUCEDALE & DISTRICTU HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - – NOVAR COMMUNITY CENTRE, 2 LAURIE Street. Program: SEEDING NATIVE GARDENS, SPEAKER LAURA THOMAS. Refreshments too! Save the Environment, Bring Your Own Mug! Membership Dues: $30 per year.

Please think aout volunteering. MEET… LEARN… SHARE… GROW…SMILE..

SPRUCEDALE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY AUGUST 19TH – 7PM – DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM SPRUCEDALE & DISTRICTU HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - – NOVAR COMMUNITY CENTRE, 2 LAURIE Street. Program: SEEDING NATIVE GARDENS, SPEAKER LAURA THOMAS. Refreshments too! Save the Environment, Bring Your Own Mug! Membership Dues: $30 per year. Please think aout volunteering.

MEET… LEARN… SHARE… GROW…SMILE..

LOOKING FOR PICTURES OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL GARDENS We are preparing a Virtual Garden Tour to be shown at the AGM in October, and are asking our members to please send pictures of their gardens to share. These pictures will be added to the presentation. Send pictures to sprucedalehort@gmail.com Indicate what the flower/vegetable is as well as your name to be added as the contributor. Cut Off to Send Pictures: September 30, 2024 Let’s make this a successful VIRTUAL GARDEN TOUR for all of us to enjoy. Thanks in advance for sending your pics. Any questions - Contact: sprucedalehort@gmail.com CANNABIS IN YOUR GARDEN Article written by: Marg French Our guest speaker Cheryl Wilson, is the founder of Kin Hana, an artisan Cannabis company. Originally licensed in 2018 for cultivation, throughout the years Kin Hana has expanded its licenses to packaging, processing, and medical sales.

The plant, (you can legally grow up to 4 plants in Canada) can be safely grown with you other vegetables and flowers.

The plants can be male or female. The female is identified as having little hairs and the male small grapes. If you want seeds leave the males in the garden, bees love them. If you want

flower, which are what people smoke or process into tinctures, balm and soaps, remove the males. Plants typically grow 3-4 feet, but Sativa can grow up to 12 feet.

GROWING TIPS - The plant likes well-draining soil and full sun. While they will tolerate planters, they grow better in raised beds or a regular garden. With Cannabis – more roots, more fruits.

To Clone take cuttings of about 12” from the mother and cut diagonally and put it in a dome for 10 days, then transplant to a bigger pot and then the final garden. To grow organically use horse or chicken manure. Chicken manure is high in Nitrogen. When you use Cannabis in your garden it will help to clean and not depleted your soil through phytoremediation, helping to remove toxins and heavy metals.

HEALTH BENEFITS Cheryl explained that there are three primary strains Indica (IN-DA-COUCH), Sativa and Ruderalis although depending on the type of plant will have various affects and strengths.

Although most are hybrids now.

Cannabis is known to have many health-related benefits. People are using it as an anti[1]inflammatory, for mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, epilepsy, pain and stiffness from fibromyalgia, and as a sleep aid. THC can help manage nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy treatment and is used as an appetite stimulator, pain management and muscle spasms. Some claim it useful in the treatment of Glaucoma, reducing seizures for patents with Epilepsy, Gastral intestinal problems, Some Studies suggest that cannabis might help the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease by reducing inflammation and oxidative Stress and alleviate symptom such as tremors and muscle stiffness with patients with Parkinson’s Disease.

Of course, with any medication, prescribed or over the counter, you should always consult with your doctor.

For more on how to grow Cannabis or the for information on it uses visit Cheryl’s website at kinhana.com.

WEED, THE SOBER TRUTH Charlize Theodoru When I was younger, all of my friends started experimenting with weed.

Being in the mind frame I was in at the time, it was a release I never knew I needed. & so it continued.

For 12 1/2 years I spent my days getting high & functioning. I did a lot over those 12 years. I overcame a lot. I achieved a lot. I am still achieving a lot. It wasn’t bad until the pandemic locked us all up & I found myself smoking more & more to pass the time. Wake up, smoke. Get ready, smoke. Go out, smoke. Smoke, eat, smoke.

Smoke, go to bed. & that repeated for years up until this week. I didn’t realize how bad it had gotten. I didn’t realize how reliant I was. I was spending hundreds of dollars a week that I couldn’t afford to maintain a habit. For years people told me to smoke less & I just didn’t want to hear it. This is the first vacation I’ve taken since I was a little kid so I didn’t realize how bad the withdrawals would be. I didn’t even realize I would withdrawal. People always said there’s no such thing as weed addiction but I’m telling you 100000% it’s a thing. If you are dependant on something in order to function, you have a problem & this is something i have had to come to terms with. So I decided for myself that the best option was to quit.

Today is day 8 without smoking weed. The withdrawals have subsided. I can eat & sleep on my own again.

However I still miss it. I have all this time in my day & I have no idea what to do with it. It’s a great opportunity & I am doing right by myself & I know this.

It’s just difficult. Having the support of my incredible girlfriend, my parents, & my friends has meant a lot to me. It’s the only thing getting me through. For the first time in 12 years I am feeling things without having something to take the edge off. It’s weird. I feel weird. But I know it’s an adjustment. I know that it’s my first day back to the real world & I need to adjust to having a new routine. I’m very private about what I struggle with these days but this is for anyone who needs to hear this. There’s more to life than getting high all the time. There’s things I’ve been wanting to do but never had the energy levels to do them. I know this next period is a time for me & a time for personal growth & I’m looking forward to it, despite how nervous I am for it. 8 days might not seem long but I haven’t gone 8 days since I was a teenager. I’ve been smoking longer than I haven’t. I’ve overcome a lot of hurdles in my life & this is just another one. Here’s to another chapter in my life. I’m proud of myself.

DOG FOR SALE

Shared by Tracey Hannah A guy is driving around the back woods of Montana and he sees a sign in front of a broken down shanty-style house: 'Talking Dog For Sale 'He rings the bell and the owner appears and tells him the dog is in the backyard. The guy goes into the backyard and sees a nice looking Labrador retriever sitting there. 'You talk?' he asks. 'Yep,' the Lab replies. After the guy recovers from the shock of hearing a dog talk, he says 'So, what's your story?'The Lab looks up and says, 'Well, I discovered that I could talk when I was pretty young. I wanted to help the government, so... I told the CIA. In no time at all they had me jetting from country to country, sitting in rooms with spies and world leaders, because no one figured a dog would be eavesdropping.'

'I was one of their most valuable spies for eight years running...

But the jetting around really tired me out, and I knew I wasn't getting any younger so I decided to settle down. I signed up for a job at the airport to do some undercover security, wandering near suspicious characters and listening in.

I uncovered some incredible dealings and was awarded a batch of medals.' 'I got married, had a mess of puppies, and now I'm just retired.' The guy is amazed. He goes back in and asks the owner what he wants for the dog. 'Ten dollars,' the guy says. 'Ten dollars? This dog is amazing! Why on earth are you selling him so cheap?'

'Because he is FULL OF CRAP! . He's never been out of the yard'

Today's cattle are descended from two species: wild aurochs -- fierce and agile herd animals that populated Asia, North Africa and Europe -- and eotragus -- anantelope-like, Asian forest creature.

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Opportunity for a waterfront, off-grid property on Clear/Hampel Lake!

This well-maintained, open-concept, 12x14 cabin with sleeping loft, a deck and gazebo, an outdoor shower, an outhouse, ultra quiet generator and a storage shed. Enjoy 133 feet of natural shoreline with a dock. This hidden gem is in move-in ready condition and is a pleasure to show. The property is accessed via a privately maintained road.

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A rare opportunity awaits with this 52 acre parcel offering 527.7 feet of southern facing natural waterfront on the Pickerel River System with 65 km of boating, fishing, swimming. The house and all buildings are set back from the water allowing for excellent privacy. The shoreline is natural and almost untouched. The three bedroom, three bathroom home has been undergone extensive renovations and upgrades. The kitchen includes stainless appliances, easy close cabinets & drawers along with Corian counter tops. There is a 14'x10' deck or 9'x5'6" raised porch both offering excellent areas for sitting out and enjoying the beauty and solitude of this property.

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This drive to 4 season 3 bedroom cottage provides sheltered docking and access to 65km of boating, fishing, water activities on the well known sought after Pickerel River System. Boat from your dock to the Elbow and then choose if you want to go north to Dollars Lake or east to Port Loring and into Duck Lake. The large under porch and deck storage area allow plenty of room to store the toys. Enjoy the enclosed porch during inclement weather or bug season and sit out on the 21 x 8 open deck during the nice days. When weather gets cold, sit in front of the wood burning stove. There is access to 1000's of acres of Crown Land within immediate area. Situated in WMU47 and close to OFSC snowmobile trails.

Ask about details of owning in an Unorganized Township. This is priced to sell with immediate possession available.

Huge Reduction......... $944,000 - $875,000

WOW !!!! This classy Century home with almost 1700 sq. ft and extensive upgrades has been the envy of many over the years. The different colours and finishes make this home a joy to show. Drive into the large oversized garage; step out and carry your groceries into the house. This home comes complete with all appliances and a kitchen that many chefs would love to work in. The 37' x 23' (inside measurement) garage has a second storey multi-purpose room which was used as a games room or sit out on the 11'x9' elevated porch. Sit out on one of several porch areas or grill your food on the direct connect propane barbecue under roof. Don't fret when the power goes out because the house has a self start Generac generator. Enjoy fresh apples or walk the trails on this treed 8 acre property.

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The Seller will consider all offers however some will be considered more than others.

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Working For You! $845,000 Seller willing to entertain offers

Custom built 4 bed, 4 bath home with westerly views & 165 ft of natural, sandy, shallow waterfront on McQuaby Lake.

Granite countertops, gas cooktop, dual oven, island with prep sink & built-in desk area. Vaulted ceilings & stone fireplace in the great room. Primary bedroom has walk-in closet, ensuite with double sinks & walk-in shower. Additional main floor bdrm with walk-through ensuite. Walk-out lower level is ready to be finished to your liking with 9ft. ceilings, 2 bdrms, a 3-pc bath & a 2-pc bath. ICF construction, in-floor heat, air exchanger, central vac & more. Thoughtfully designed with accessible living in mind.

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This seasonal, 39ft. trailer (Fleetwood, Terry park model), in move-in ready condition, could be your perfect summer getaway. Located in a seasonal park with access to lake Memesagamesing. A bunkie, fire pit and outdoor shower are on site. The trailer has a metal roof structure over top with nice trim work and a deck with gazebo. Seasonal fees have been paid for the 2023 season ($3,900). Hydro is $400 for this season. A boat slip may be available at additional cost nearby. Enjoy swimming, fishing and other water activities on Lake Memesagamesing or the many surrounding lakes.

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