The Creemore
Echo
Friday, June 19, 2015
Vol. 15 No. 25
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News and views in and around Creemore
Inside the Echo
In the spotlight
Open for business
BA Johnston nominated for Polaris prize
Clearview opens tourism booth
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Creemore Blooms
The Creemore Horticultural Society is sending a crew around town this month to check out the talents of local gardeners during the third annual Creemore Blooms. From June 22-26, a panel of three independent assessors will pick the best front gardens based on curb appeal, maintenance, use of colour, shape and texture, balance, selection and use of a focal point. The top five gardens will be announced and the gardeners will be presented stakes to display.
Treasure hunt
Peter Miller photo
Music for a King It was a full house for the inaugural performance of the Creemore Choral Festival at St. John's United Church June 13. A choir, made up mostly of members of Toronto's St. Paul's Anglican Church Choir, performed Handel's Coronation Anthems with guest soloists and the Festival Orchestra, under the artistic direction of Thomas Bell.
Board admin making the grades by Trina Berlo When report cards come out on the last day of school June 25, elementary students will receive grades but no comments. With elementary school teachers currently in work-to-rule job action, the formal end-of-year reporting process has been disrupted. Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) administrators will be inputting marks in order to send final grades home at the end of the year. “The SCDSB feels that strong communication between parents/ guardians and the school is key to achieving our mission and vision. This would typically include a clear and fully documented final report card,” said Annie Chandler, trustee for Clearview Township and Collingwood.
“Due to current labour actions to handle the task of issuing as part this strike action, the report cards.” Chandler said discussions SCDSB will be sending home about how to get the marks a condensed version of report inputted happened at the cards for elementary students. They will include only grades board staff level when job with no associated comments action was announced in May. or learning skills.” “Right from the get-go, A lack of reporting has Annie Chandler SCDSB has been committed caused a stir in other school boards, prompting students to to assisting the elementary schools in sending reports home. protest in some urban areas. Our non-unionized staff, such as “There is no clear explanation as to superintendents have been going why school boards like Toronto, Peel and York Region can’t issue report into the schools to help input marks. cards as other boards are doing,” said Students will receive report card marks, without comments on the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of last day of school,” said Chandler. Ontario president Sam Hammond. “SCDSB has led the charge on this “These boards may be larger but they have proportionately as many issue, as we now see some of the bigger boards following suit.” administrators within their system
Eight private gardens will be open to ticket holders during the Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society’s garden tour on Saturday, June 27. The Hort Park at Station on the Green will act as a starting point for those purchasing tickets on the day of the self-guided tour. The tour takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Tickets cost $20. They will be sold at the Creemore Farmers’ Market each Saturday until the day of the event. Tickets are also available at Curiosity House Books. For more information, e-mail info@ phahs.ca or visit www.phahs.ca.
Golf for New Lowell United New Lowell United Church is hosting a fundraising golf tournament on Saturday, June 27. The church is raising money for a 1,000 square foot addition that will make the church more accessible and user-friendly for community groups. Volunteers have already raised $335,000 toward the total cost of $350,000. The tournament will be held at Twin Creeks Golf and Country Club in Wasaga Beach. Admission costs $100 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner and a prize. Businesses are welcome to sponsor a hole for $100 each or donate prizes in the $20-$30 range. Donations are eligible for a tax receipt. For more information, call Tom Macham at 705-424-0579, or visit www.newlowellunitedchurch.weebly. com.
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COMMUNITY Calendar
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This Weekend judged for conformation and movement. New this year: Children’s Dog Show. Open to all children. Prizes and light refreshments to follow. All welcome. Hunt Kennels, 878445 5th Line, Mulmur
Saturday, June 20
• Creemore’s Log Cabin is open from 10 a.m. to
1 p.m. History Hosts will be on hand to welcome visitors and tell them about the cabin and its first families. (The Cabin, Creemore’s only surviving log residence, was built in the 1870s and is now located on Library Street, between the Old Jail and the Creemore library.) It will continue to be open each Saturday morning until Thanksgiving. • Toronto and North York Hunt Annual Puppy Show from 2 to 4 p.m. Huntsman John Harrison presents the Young Entry. Yearling hounds will be
Sunday, June 21
• Church Services on page 5. • Creemore Legion Breakfast – Choice of 2 Eggs
or waffle, home fries, toast, sausage or bacon, juice, coffee or tea included. Child’s Breakfast (1 egg or ½ waffle) Adult $6, children 12 and under $4. Hungry Soldier Special $10. Taxes included. • Mini Concert with David Randall at Stayner First Baptist Church, 205 Oak Street, Stayner during morning worship service at 11 a.m. Come and join us. All welcome. 705-428-5125
• Celebrate National Aboriginal Day with Drew
Hayden Taylor. Award-winning playright, author, and humourist discusses his newest book “Me Artsy”. Station on the Green. 1 p.m. Free. • Creemore Cemetery Decoration Service 2:30 p.m. • Singhampton Union Cemetery Service at 3 p.m. • Treat Dad to dinner & a night of music. Roast Beef Dinner & Music at Badjeros United Church. Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Music by Fred Hale starting at 7 p.m. Adults $18, children 7-12 $6, children 6 & under free. Call 705-441-2466 or 705-446-7203 for tickets.
Upcoming Events
Monday, June 22
• Stayner Garden Club Monthly Meeting at Centennial United Church at 7:30 pm. Everyone welcome to join. Have fun, learn new ideas & keep Stayner beautiful. Call 705-444-2873 for information.
Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26
• 3rdAnnual Creemore Blooms presented by Creemore
Horticultural Society. Three independent assessors will review front gardens in the Village to determine which gardens best exemplify this year’s theme “The Garden In June” using the following criteria: gardens should complement the style of the house; be well maintained; use colour, shape & texture; have harmony & balance; and have a good selection of plant material.
Tuesday, June 23 to Saturday, June 27
• Theatre Collingwood presents Memories of Rock
and Roll. A rock & roll trip back to the 1950s. Take a rock and roll trip back to the 1950’s guided by the personification of Alan Freed. A Historic Gayety Theatre. Single tickets $45, Group Tickets (10 or more) $40, Youth $20. www.theatrecollingwood.ca or phone 705-445-2200 or 1-866-382-2200 for tickets.
Wednesday, June 24
• Support Group Meeting for family and friends
caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. At VON Adult Day Program, Sunset Manor, 49 Raglan Street, Collingwood from 1:30 to 3 pm. For more information call Fiona at 705-444-2457. Sponsored by Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County and the Victorian Order of Nurses. • BIA general meeting. Creemore Springs board room. 6:30 p.m. All BIA members encouraged to attend.
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Wednesday, June 24 & Tuesday, July 7
Creemore Minor Hockey Registration 2015-2016 Season. Wednesday, June 24 at Creemore Arena from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 at Creemore Arena from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Information on our website or contact dedwards@ creemoreminorhockey.com.
Thursday, June 25
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park,
Stayner with Jim Kinnear Trio, jazz. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.
Friday, June 26
• Strawberry Supper at Jubilee Presbyterian
Church, Main Street, Stayner, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $12.50, children $6. For tickets, call 705428-2653 or 705-428-2479. Take-outs & delivery available. • Strawberry Supper at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Singhampton, from 5 to 7 p.m. All welcome.
Saturday, June 27
• Huron Tractor's Drive Green Challenge Day.
Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale at 9:30 a.m. Come do some test driving, enter to win a John Deere Tractor Package and register to get $500 off your next purchase. Take a Gator on the course (helmet & waiver required) Check out the John Deere lineup. Play Backhoe Softball and Stihl Power
Blower Soccer! Lots of sales! 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1618 Cty Rd 42, just south of Stayner. 705-4286232. www.hurontractor.com. • Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society's Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy visiting eight fabulous gardens in and around the village of Creemore. Tickets $20 on sale at Curiosity House & at Creemore Farmers' Market or on-line at www. phahs.ca. • New Lowell United Church Fundraiser Golf Tournament at Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club. $100 per person gets you 18 holes of golf, a power cart, a meal & a prize. Call Tom Macham at 705-424-0579 or www.newlowellunitedchurch. weebly.com. ***Sponsor a hole for $100 & get a tax receipt or donate a prize ($20-$30) to help fundraise. • Dunedin Presbyterian Church's Annual Strawberry Supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, youth $7, under 5 free.
Wednesday, July 1 Canada Day
• 48th Duntroon to Stayner 8 km Road Race.
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Walkers, cyclists & runners meet at Duntroon Elementary School at 8 a.m. Ends at Stayner Collegiate. Trophies & crests awarded. Canada Day in Creemore. Bike Parade from Mill Street Park at 12:45 p.m. Activities & food at Legion all day. Fireworks at dusk. See ad on page 11. Canada Day 3-on-3 Ball Hockey Tournament on Canada Day at Veterans Way, between Creemore Arena & Legion. Family & Competitive Divisions. Registration at 12:30 p.m. Games start at 1 p.m. $10 per player. Enter as a team or as an individual. Preregister by emailing cvpmac@hotmail.com or text/call 519-369-7237. Canada Day in Stayner. Parade at 11:30 a.m. Beinn Gorm Highland Band at 12:30 p.m. Opening ceremonies at 1 p.m. Entertainment & activities all afternoon. Heritage Tour with Dr. Bill Ives at 3:15 p.m. Reggae band at 4:30 p.m. BBQ at 6 p.m. Gulleys at 6:30 p.m. All at Station Park, Stayner. Honeywood Community Strawberry Supper at Honeywood Arena on the arena floor from 5 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, children 6-12 $5, under 6 free.
Saturday, July 11
• Save the date: Avening Beef BBQ
Thursday, July 16
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner
with Bayview Country, rock. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 18
• 9th Annual Mystery Tour of the Hills Tractor Tour. For the ride of your life. The tour will start and end in the Dunedin Park. The route includes farmland, back roads and much more. Coffee and muffins at the start ($2), a mystery lunch catered (price to be determined) and the tour ends at The Dunedin Hall mid afternoon. For more information call Neil 705-466-5190 or Stan 519-925-6782. • Dunedin Hall is hosting a Roast Beef Supper from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. $15 for adults. $6 for 12 and under, children 6 and under free. This is a fundraiser for the hall renovations. For advance tickets call 705-4662181 or 466-3071. Tickets also available at the door.
Friday, July 31
• Save the Date – for the 7th Annual Jim Cuddy
Jamboree at Lyric Pond. More information to come in a couple of weeks. A fundraiser for CORE.
Wednesday, August 5 to Sunday, August 9
• Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship
- Shelburne. Championship fiddlers competing for thousands of dollars in prizes, fiddle parade, Beckett Family fiddle and stepdance show, camping, and much more. Tickets available at Holmes Appliances, Shelburne; www. ShelburneFiddleContest.com or 519-925-8620 Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex, Shelburne.
Thursday, July 2
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner
with The Griddle Pickers, bluegrass. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 4
New one!
• Blu, Blanc, Rouge: Rockin' Blues featuring Jack DeKeyzer Band from Toronto & Jim Zeller from Montreal at Avening Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show is at 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Mountain Ash Farm. Tickets $30 advance, $35 at door. To purchase tickets, call 705-466-2520 or mountainashfarm.com/blues.
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Thursday, July 9
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park,
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BA Johnston makes Polaris long list Spoons
Mat Dunlap photo
BA Johnston
3-on-3 BALL HOCKEY
TOURNAMENT
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
On Veterans Way, between Creemore Arena and Legion
FAMILY AND COMPETITIVE DIVISIONS Registration @ 12:30 – Games @ 1:00 $10/player. Enter as team or individual Each team guaranteed three 20 min games
Refreshments will be available @ Creemore Legion Branch - “NO TAILGATING”
Proceeds to Unit 41 restoration and Creemore Santa Claus Parade
*PRIZES * DRAWS * CHALLENGES * BRAGGING RIGHTS* To register or for more information please contact Brian MacIntyre cvpmac@hotmail.com or text/call 519-369-7237
by Trina Berlo Creemore resident B.A. Johnston’s 2015 album has been long-listed for the Polaris Music Prize. Johnston’s music is comedy, performance art, poetry and social commentary. The album cover is an illustration of Johnston in the place of Princess Leia, posed in chains in front of Jabba the Hutt. The Polaris Music Prize is a not-forprofit organization with a mission to honour, celebrate and reward creativity and diversity in Canadian recorded music by recognizing and marketing albums “of the highest artistic integrity, without regard to musical genre, professional affiliation, or sales history, as judged by a panel of selected music critics.” The 40-album long list was announced in Halifax on June 16. The list will be “scrutinized” at panels across Canada, including Toronto on June 19. Ten albums will be selected as finalists, announced July 16, before the winner is announced at a gala on Sept. 21. Song titles from the 2015 album include I Remember Skinny Jeans the Last Time Around, I Don’t Want to Go to the No Frills, Gonna End Up Working in Fort McMurray and Ikea Hotdog. The album also includes two answering machine messages, baby crying and more baby crying – which are straight recordings of a crying baby. Other song titles include Deep Fryer in My Bedroom, Raised by the Wooden Spoon, Sesame Street Fight, Hobo 4 Life,You Will Miss Me When the Zombies Come, How Many T-Bone Steaks Can I fit in My Pants, Death Rides a Fat Horse, I Almost Stole Your Pants, Luck be a Playstation, I Dream in Poutine, Your Roommate’s a Couchetard and You Had Me at Montreal Steak Spice. Visit www.bajohnston.ca.
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ready to dish out the hits
Clearview Township has announced The Spoons will play a free concert, headlining the Clearview Arts Festival in Stayner on July 18. Formerly known as Art in the Park, the festival will showcase 30 local and regional artists and performers along with local food, beginning at 9 a.m. Performers will be on the main stage at Station Park, from noon until 9 p.m., including local dance clubs and musicians. At 7:30 p.m. the entertainment will be kicking it up a notch with a performance by The Spoons, opened by the Jason Redman Band, said organizers. The outdoor show is free and has a licensed area. “The Spoons were the band of the 80s and loved by all. Now is your chance to see them live for free close to home. The small band from Burlington, Ontario took the world by storm and is ready to take the Clearview Art Festival to a whole new level. You will remember The Spoons from their hits Nova Heart, Romantic Traffic, Old Emotions and Tell No Lies,” states a news release.
Avening Hall gets the blues
Blues musicians Jack DeKeyzer and his Toronto based band and Jim Zeller from Montreal are playing at Avening Hall on Saturday, July 4. DeKeyzer is a two-time Juno Award winning blues guitarist and Zeller is a harmonica whiz. The concert is hosted by Mountain Ash Farm B&B as a fundraiser for the hall. Tickets cost $30 in advance and $35 at the door. For tickets, call 705466-2520 or visit mountainashfarm. com.
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Opinion Editorial
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The way we were
Fringe sports won't attract big audience The torch has come and gone but the Games have yet to begin. The County of Simcoe is preparing to play host to some of the athletes competing in the Toronto 2015 Pan Am and Parapan Am Games. The Games begin July 10 and continue until the 26th with the Parapan Am Games running from August 7-15. It is the third largest international multi-sport Games. Mountain bikers will compete at Hardwood Ski and Bike in Oro-Medonte and athletes in the shooting disciplines of pistol, rifle and shotgun will compete at the Toronto International Trap and Skeet Club in Innisfil. There is a lot of hype around the games and many resources are directed to the torch relay alone. The torch relay was a highly choreographed show when it stopped in Stayner on June 11. If it weren’t for the high school students, there may have been few spectators as there wasn't a huge showing from the community. Last year, the government of Ontario announced another $74 million in funding to expand the torch run to more communities, among other expenses. It is estimated the games are expected to cost more than $2.5-billion. Host cities are picking up costs and the province will have to step in and pay for any shortfall. Along the way, projects have been added, to make everything nice for when the world’s cameras are focused on Toronto. None of this is likely on the minds of the athletes as they prepare for the high-level world competition. Amidst the stories of overspending and athletic prowess, there are stories about athletes who struggle to make ends meet and pay for their training. It is hard to understand what drives these young athletes who put their education and other parts of their lives on hold in order to train. Perhaps it is a drive that one is born with or there is an early realization that they should go for athletic glory while they have the chance. With many man-hours and dollars allocated to pulling off a torch relay, let alone an entire sporting event, it’s hard to imagine the Games will have a huge audience. The line-up of events veers toward the fringe with ping-pong, roller skating, beach volleyball, archery, bowling, modern pentathlon (simulates the experiences and skills of a 19th century cavalry officer) and handball – what is that? Seems like a more complicated and longer version of dodgeball. Some Olympic sports are also antiquated and a obscure but they are not the ones that get a lot of airtime on the CBC. It will be hard to get pick-up from Canadian audiences because of the lack of star athletes, like in the Olympics. But hey, why should we watch? It’s on TV.
Photo submitted by Donald Perry
Avening SS 14 1945 – Front row, from left: Dallas Black, Jim Hammond, Herman Lennox, Vaughan Madill, Bill Timmons. Centre row: Shirley Lennox, Alice Patton, Ruby Hammond, Violet Meeks, Jean Helmkay, Rose Hammond, Dorothy Timmins, Verna Weatherall. Back row: John Coker, Carl Lenny, Harvey Meeks, Kathleen Hammond, J. McNicol, Gerald Green, Gordon Weatherall and Donald Perry.
91 is too dangerous for heavy trucks Editor: Thank you for printing Dan Watkin’s letter about the danger in Duntroon from large trucks coming down the steep hill of the Niagara Escarpment. Having one of these trucks lose their brakes and go through a red light at Highway 124 has happened before. Clearview Community Coalition opposed the decision made by the last Clearview council to sign an agreement with Walker Aggregates that allows them to use this road as a haul route for their new quarry. This agreement, which has been approved by the Ontario Municipal Board and the courts, also downloads County Road 91 from a county to a local road and closes it west of Concession 10, effectively making it a private road to Clearview’s western border. This means that residents of Grey County are cut off from their direct route to Duntroon and Stayner, so Clearview is going to upgrade Sideroad 26/27 as an east/west connection. Sideroad 26/27 is currently a steep, narrow gravel road, partly in an area designated Escarpment Natural in the Niagara Escarpment Plan. Improving it will mean loss of tree cover and natural habitat and installing culverts for the three cold water streams that are part of the headwaters of the Pretty River and currently known to be important fish habitat. There was no environmental assessment or any public consultation by Clearview of these road changes. Their engineer testified at the hearing into
the Walker quarry application that his preliminary assessment was that upgrading Sideroad 26/27 would have minimal adverse environmental impacts. He acknowledged that a municipal class environment assessment would be done if the Walker application was approved. In addition, Clearview Township has no transportation master plan. Severn Township (also in Simcoe County) for example has several aggregate operations and has identified truck route corridors and differentiates between rural road truck routes and rural roads not intended for use by trucks. We urge anyone concerned about the danger this road settlement agreement poses to Duntroon and who agrees with Clearview Community Coalition that County Road 91 is too dangerous for heavy trucks to contact council and urge them to review these decisions. Clearview has applied to the Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC) for permits to allow the upgrading of Sideroad 26/27. This will be considered at a commission meeting in the near future. Those who share our concern should contact the NEC and attend the meeting and public hearing where this issue will be discussed. It is never too late for good minds to change bad decisions. Ruth Grier, Glen Huron.
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A green commute is a healthy commute by Dr. Charles Gardner We know that greenhouse gases cause climate change, and that climate change has enormous implications for public health. Some effects are already beginning to manifest themselves. Extreme weather events are more frequent, increasing the risk of injuries and death. Air pollution, particularly ground-level ozone, aggravates asthma and other chronic conditions. Environment Canada estimates that about five per cent of deaths from heart and lung diseases are caused by ozone exposure. Water-borne and vectorborne diseases have been shifting into new regions. The vehicles we drive generate roughly 23 per cent of Canada’s greenhouse emissions. The 2006 census showed how much we rely on
vehicles: 92 per cent of commuters in Simcoe Muskoka drove a car, truck or van to work. Only six per cent walked or biked, and two per cent used public transit. Less polluting means of travel can improve air quality and reduce the estimated $8 billion-plus in resultant health care costs. “Active transportation” alternatives, such as walking and cycling, are good for air quality plus they have an immediate impact on an individual’s health and quality of life. I know these impacts from personal experience. I lost my walk to work in Brockville after moving to Barrie in 2005. Our new home was too far from work to walk. After driving to work for 18 months, I gained 10 pounds. I searched
Ruby brings good memories to mind
Editor: After our dad passed away, Mom finally decided to sell the farm and we had an auction. It was an amazing day, as the family all came together to see who got what. Of great interest and emotional attachment was Dad’s tractor. We all held our breath and hoped for the best as her turn came up. As luck would have it, she went to a neighbouring
farm. We were so happy to see her being driven down the long lane and off to her new home to be useful again. Reading the story of “Ruby the Tractor” (The Creemore Echo, May 1, 2015) touched our hearts and brought these memories back to mind. Now we wonder how things worked out for Ruby. The Madill family, Glencairn.
Local Church Directory
Sunday, June 21
ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 22 Caroline St. W. • 705-466-2206 Sunday Worship Service at 11 a.m.
Knox Presbyterian Church,
Dunedin
Sunday Service at 10 a.m. June 21: Communion with Rev. Winston Newman
Sat June 27: Strawberry Supper
Sunday, June 21 Mini Concert with David Randall at Stayner First Baptist Church, 205 Oak Street, Stayner during morning worship service at 11 a.m. Come and join us. All welcome. 705-428-5125
Creemore United Pastoral Charge
New Lowell's Service is at Brentwood Hall at 9:45 a.m. St. John's Creemore at 11 a.m.
for some months to settle on a safe cycling route, and I have been cycling for eight months of the year ever since. I found a way to drive part way and walk two kilometres during the winter months. I lost the 10 pounds. There is, however, more to this than personal commitment. We need to build the idea of active transportation into our culture, at work, at home, at play and in government policy. It has been rewarding in recent years to work with municipalities to change language in their official plans that encourages more health-conscious planning and development. At the provincial level, recently amended legislation will increase safety for motorists and cyclists. Still more can be accomplished. Employers can make a start by installing
storage for bicycles and shower stations in their workplaces. This was a simple measure we took at the health unit’s Barrie office; now, on most fair weather days, the rack has a number of bicycles belonging to staff members. Where distance rules out walking or cycling, people need to take a closer look at public transit. If routes are not practical, the systems will not be used and people will drive by default. Governments must be committed to continue developing public transit and active transportation options for all. We all need to talk to our local government representatives about healthy policies that include public transit, sidewalks, cycling lanes, and other healthy, green community features. Dr. Charles Gardner is Simcoe Muskoka’s medical officer of health.
You are what you eat by Tim Armour I met a vegetarian. He said he ate no meat. I said, “Dear sir, pray tell me then, What is it that you eat?” He said his only sustenance,
Was things that grow from seed. To eat the flesh of animals, Was counter to his creed. I met another fellow, Whom I queried, then I ran! When I asked him what he was, He said, “humanitarian”.
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Annual Cemetery Services Sunday, June 21
Creemore Cemetery Decoration Service. 2:30pm Singhampton Union Cemetery Service. 3pm
Sunday, June 28
Dunedin Cemetery Service. 2pm
In case of inclement weather the service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin.
Lavender Cemetery Service. 4pm
In case of inclement weather the service will be held at Dunedin Hall.
All welcome • 705-466-2200
from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, youth $7, under 5 free
The Salvation Army Hope Acres Community Church Invites you to attend Sunday Church Services at 10:45 a.m.
998614 Mulmur Tosorontio Townline, Glencairn
For more info call (705) 466-3435
Saturday, June 27 New Lowell United Church Fundraiser Golf Tournament at
Wasaga Sands Golf & Country Club. $100 per person gets you 18 holes of golf, a power cart, a meal & a prize. Call Tom Macham at 705-424-0579 or www. newlowellunitedchurch.weebly.com.
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Welcome to Clearview Clearview Township officials and other dignitaries cut the ribbon marking the opening of the yet-to-be named tourism booth
in Stayner June 11. The tourist centre, located near Station Park, will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday.
Clearview borrows to pay for Creemore Medical Centre reno by Trina Berlo Clearview Township is borrowing $428,078 to pay for the expansion of the Creemore Medical Centre, $100,000 more than originally approved by council. The municipality will be applying for a loan for an amount not to exceed $445,000 with an annual servicing cost not to exceed $22,000. In 2013, council approved the expansion and funding of the project through a 30-year debenture of up to $330,000 to be funded by increases in the rental revenue of the facility.
The total cost of the renovation came in at $987,829. Community donations received to date, needed to support the estimated project costs, exceeded the fundraising goal of $350,000 by $186,615. The current balance in the donations account is $526,614 with a $10,000 pledged amount outstanding and expected to be received in 2015. The increased cost can be attributed in part to "29 approved contract change orders amounting to $158,676 in additions to the final construction costs". (Additional costs were incurred
by basement renovations not in the original design ($32,066), dental suite renovations not in the original design ($78,537) and unforeseen work in progress additions ($48,073). Recruitment of new health care providers is ongoing to establish a practice in the 875 square feet of new space now available to lease, providing close-to-home primary care services to the 75 per cent of those in the Creemore Medical Centre catchment area that are currently served elsewhere. In addition, the project provides 800 square feet of
additional unfinished new space for future health care service growth. The project as completed will remain financially self-supporting, requiring no tax supported funding. The medical centre board is in the process of identifying the area as underserviced to assist with attracting newly graduated doctors. The board is also pursuing the possibility of a nurse practitioner for the centre. With the addition of alternate medical/wellness services, lease revenues will offset our operating costs and replenish reserves.
Extra tax revenue will be set aside for future use by Trina Berlo Once all the upper tier tax rates were figured into the Township of Clearview’s budget, the municipality ended up with extra money. With county and education taxes coming in lower than expected, Clearview will collect $363,727 more than it budgeted after council decided to stick with the 1.95 per cent overall increase, as originally planned. The money will be set aside for allocation to reserves to be determined when the asset management plan is completed in September 2015.
“The province is uploading things from the upper tier and not from us so this is our opportunity to get that funding back with the other hand the province is taking away our general operating grant, they have reduced it by about a third in the last three years,” said treasurer Edward Henley. “Even though our operational funding from the province as a rural municipality is going down we are still allocating money towards replacing assets because we don’t want to rely on hoping for a grant from the province, we want to make sure we have those funds available. We want
to put everything onto loans because there’s only a certain amount that you can borrow.” At a May 11 meeting, councillors voted to put the money into reserves and debate its exact use at a later date. “Before we jump for joy looking at out little budget, we have to look at ourselves,” said Councillor Kevin Elwood. He and Councillor Thom Paterson did not support putting the money away, saying it should be passed on to the taxpayer. Both councillors have been advocating for a reduction in spending
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in order to reduce taxes. “We did not find savings,” said Paterson. “We are actually collecting more tax than we need to, if you want to put it that way.” Deputy Mayor Barry Burton suggested a certain amount of the money, $100,000 perhaps, be allocated for youth programs. “I think it’s time we start investing in our youth,” said Burton… “It would be nice to go back and say taxes are only going up three per cent but for practicality, it is good to set the money aside.”
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Co-op shop a home for area artisans and collectors by Trina Berlo The Creemore Shop and Co-op is a mix of art gallery and carefully curated flea market. Its treasures are too many to name but each of the vendors bring their creativity to their assigned nook. There are currently 10 partners peddling their wares out of the shop that is structured as a cooperative. The business was established in the fall by Alicia Lawson and Ashley Doucette. Instead of setting up as a consignment shop, they decided to bring in vendors who would share in the monthly rent. Lawson, a photographer, was selling her work out of the back room at My Pullover when it closed. She wanted to stay in the same location, at 145 Mill Street, but needed financial partners. She partnered with Doucette, who sells hand-painted furniture and crocheted items, and went about recruiting other vendors. Lawson said there was a high turnover at first but this spring, things stabilized with 10 core vendors selling vintage home décor and clothing, paintings, jewellery, wood carvings, sewing and furnishings made from reclaimed wood. The vendors make their own products within a fairly local area. When Lawson moved back home to Creemore after graduating from college a few years ago she joined a co-op in Collingwood. She said the members bounced ideas off of each other and others acted as mentors.
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Ashley Doucette and Alicia Lawson, founding members of The Creemore Shop and Co-op. “It was a great support system and this is a throw back to that,” said Lawson. “It allows people to have a storefront without consignment fees… When you are selling on your own it can be a bit discouraging.” New vendors are now being added and on weekends
in the summer months, the co-op will open up an outdoor market space beside the shop. For more information about vendor space inside the shop or in the new outdoor market, e-mail mill.street. mashup@gmail.com or call 705-532-4716.
Smoothie bar energy booster adapt to the season added. Durnford said they plan to offer nine different smoothies optimized to be rich in nutrients. All of the bases, including the almond milk, are made from scratch. Whether it's seabuckthorn juice, edamame, rhubarb, heirloom carrots, all of the ingredients are raw, vegan, gluten-free and not genetically modified. In addition to smoothies, they make and sell power breakfast cookies and stacked salads and fresh juices are coming soon to the menu. Durnford said it’s a good fit because they are incorporating foods they already carry in the store. They tested recipes at the Creemore Famers’ Market last season and Durnford said the positive feedback was enough encouragement to open the smoothie bar. It is open Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Creemore 100 Mile Store is located at 176 Mill St.
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by Trina Berlo Tucked in beside the Creemore 100 Mile Store there’s a window to health and energy. The store’s owners, Jackie Durnford and Sandra Lackie, have opened the Creemore Power Company, specializing in smoothies. Durnford said they wanted to offer nutritionally balanced, healthy grab-and-go meals and snacks for people with an active lifestyle. “In keeping with the philosophy of the store, everything that can be sourced locally is,” said Durnford. The Creemore Power Company is managed by Durnford’s daughter Holly, who is developing different smoothie flavour combos. The smoothie bar opened in May with four flavours on the menu, including the Farmer Earl, made with Clearview Tea Company’s market blend. As produce comes into season, more will be
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lasting legacy A donation of $1,000 was recently made by Stayner Collegiate’s S.A.I.D. group (Students Against Impaired Driving) to the Barrie/Simcoe Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Canada. The cheque was given in memory of Tammy Emerton, a former SCI student and Creemore resident. Tammy died 25 years ago when the vehicle in which she was riding was struck by an impaired driver. The S.A.I.D. group was formed shortly after her death and has worked hard in the school and the community to make people think before getting behind the wheel in a compromised state. The cheque was presented by S.A.I.D. student president Marlee Morrill, staff advisor Kevin Arnott and principal Janice Ellerby to Bev Hostyn, Director of Education for the local branch of M.A.D.D.
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Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson’s legislation, Christmas Tree Day Act, 2014 passed into law June 2. “This is a great day for an important rural industry,” said Wilson. “There are 674 Christmas tree farms in Ontario that bring tremendous economic and environmental benefit to our province, and I could not be more pleased that they have been recognized here today.” Wilson’s legislation designates the first Saturday in December of each year as Christmas Tree Day in Ontario. It recognizes an industry that employs thousands of workers in farming, transportation and retail sectors and produces more than one million fresh, farm-grown Christmas trees for purchase each year with the same number of seedlings planted in annual harvests. The industry also brings vast environmental benefits to our province including the removal of 13 tons of airborne pollutants per acre per year, as well as, creates a protective haven for a variety of bird and
mammal species. “I want to thank MPPs from all sides of the House for supporting the legislation, along with Fred Somerville, owner of Somerville Nurseries in Everett and President of the Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario for the inspiration behind the bill,” said Wilson. Wilson also noted that the United States has similarly recognized the huge value of the Christmas tree industry by designating the entire first week of December as National Christmas Tree Week. “Our industry works very hard all year long to help create memories for families. However we affect so much more like the agriculture, tourism, environmental, employment sectors. We are pleased to have Ontario as the first province in Canada to declare Christmas Tree Day. Thank you to Mr. Wilson and everyone who was involved in this bill,” said Shirley Brennan, Executive Director of Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario.
Honeywood Beef BBQ turns 50
The Honeywood Beef Barbecue is celebrating 50 years. Organizers say the slow-cooked beef and homemade desserts are not to be missed during this year’s event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, at the Honeywood Arena. It's a great
chance to meet neighbours and other Mulmur residents, as well as those who come from farther away each year to enjoy the meal. Anyone interested in volunteering at the event is asked to e-mail info@ mulmurtownship.ca.
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Including: Colin Stewart, Mike Ray, Don Reid, Dean Harrison and Aaron MacDonald Take a Rock & Roll trip back to the 1950s guided by the personification of Alan Freed, the ground-breaking disc jockey who named the music that defined a generation. Freed’s rise to fame, and the stories of the era’s best known performers, provide the back drop to two hours of live music performed by an incredible group of musicians, including the ever-popular Aaron Soloman and Derek Marshall!
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Show of support The Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach presents the Cybergnomes with a cheque for $1,000. Rotary President Sylvia Bray and club members made the presentation to Diane and Gary Page June 1 along with student Ian Jones. The Cybergnomes design, engineer and build moving robotic devices for international competitions.
Robotics teamster gets scholarship
Nominations open for Simcoe Pride awards
by Trina Berlo Being a member of the Cybergnomes has paid off in more ways than one for Amanda Dixon. The 17-year-old New Lowell resident has won a full scholarship to Nippissing University through FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics. Dixon, who is graduating from Stayner Collegiate Institute this month, is taking a bachelor of education at Nippissing, located in North Bay, in the fall. The scholarship covers the cost of her first year’s tuition with the opportunity to carry forward in the years to come. “This essentially pays for half of my schooling,” said Dixon. “This will really help.” Eligible recipients must have an admission average of at least 80 per cent and must have participated in a FIRST Robotics Competition team during high school. The scholarship may not be held in addition to any other entrance scholarship or award and is renewable for the value of tuition for up to three additional years if an 85-per-cent-average is maintained on a minimum 30 credits. Dixon was part of the behind-the-scenes crew for Clearview’s robotics team during this year’s competitive season as it advanced to the worlds. Dixon worked on public relations, awards submissions, team apparel and made other artistic contributions to the team. In the fall, Dixon was among youth recognized by the Collingwood Optimist Club for leadership in
Simcoe Pride is accepting nominations for the inaugural Simcoe County LGBT Community Awards Gala. The awards will be presented in Barrie on August 8, at the tail end of the 4th Annual Simcoe Pride Week 2015 recognizing the accomplishments of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans (LGBT) individuals, allies, community organizations and LGBT-inclusive businesses. Simcoe Pride recognizes the work of individuals, organizations and businesses that strive to celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive community. The awards will honour an LGBT resident, an artist, an LGBT youth, a community organization and a local business for their contributions, making the county a better place to live, work and grow. Categories for the 2015 Simcoe County LGBT Community Awards include: youth of the year, person of the year, positive community organization, positive business and artist of the year. Nominations for the Simcoe County LGBT Community Awards will close Tuesday, June 30 and are to be submitted using online forms hosted on the Simcoe Pride website. Nominees will be announced Wednesday, July 15 and recipients in the five categories will be announced at the gala. Each submission will be reviewed by the awards committee. Award recipients are chosen by secret ballot by a jury panel under the supervision of the co-chairs of the committee. The panel consists of members of the board of directors and five members of the public. Sponsorship opportunities are available for local businesses, individuals and groups to show their Pride by supporting the Awards Gala. To submit a nomination, apply to be a member of the jury or sponsor an award, visit simcoepride.com.
Thank You
The founding committee of the Creemore Choral Festival is ever so appreciative of the performers, audience and volunteers who helped launch our effort to make this village a centre for choral excellence. Special recognition must be given to Tom Bell, our artistic director, and the musicians who worked so diligently with him to provide the evening's programme; to the ladies of St. Luke's who provided the hospitality this community is known for; to St. John's for providing the perfect venue; to Station on the Green for their help with the staging; and to Four Wheel Farms and Creemore Springs for the libations. This event was made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and partners All the best from the girls at...
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Amanda Dixon, seen here with a youth ambassador award from the Southern Georgian Bay Youth Engagement Network, has been awarded a full scholarship to Nippissing University through FIRST Robotics. the school and the broader community and in April, she received the youth ambassador award from the Southern Georgian Bay Youth Engagement Network in recognition of commitment to volunteerism, positivity and an active, healthy lifestyle.
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Creemore Ladies Auxiliary Canada Day Brunch at the Legion Harold Crawford Memorial Kids Bike Parade starts Mad River Park and heads to the Legion Registration for 3-0n-3 Ball Hockey Olde Thyme Games by the Legion three-legged, egg & spoon and sack races, scavenger hunt, water balloon toss, lawn bowling, ring toss and bean bag toss 1st Creemore Scouting selling popcorn 3-on-3 Ball Hockey - Games begin BBQ at Legion Firefighters BBQ on the west side of the arena Lady & Man of the year presentations, cake cutting boot drive to help fund the fireworks The Baker Magic Show emilie-que leads the singing of O Canada
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Singhampton hosts Strawberry Supper June 26 On June 11, we were pleased to sing Happy Birthday to Marj Thomson, who turned 90 years of age June 10. Looking good Marj and hope the celebration in Duntroon on June 13 was a Evelyn great day for you. WARDEN S t . P a u l ’s A n g l i c a n Church in Singhampton is having a Strawberry Supper on June 26. A lovely meal for $15 and having attended these suppers in previous years it is a bargain. We had 37 members out for cards and lucky draws were won by Lois Walker, Barb Cudmore x2, Dave Smith, Leona Hartling, Evelyn Warden, Flo Kerr, Kevin Keogh, Marion Kelly and Marcia Cameron. There were nine moon shots played by Janice Stephens, Ray Leighton, Carol Tymchuk, Flo Kerr, Dave Smith, Marg Falls, Evelyn Warden x2, with the travel prize to Roy Veinot. Winners for cards were Pat Winger, 354; Lillian Hiltz, 339; Flo Kerr, 312; Marj Thomson, 270 and low went to Marcia Cameron, 59. A shy young gentleman applied for a sales position at a mall called Everything Under One Roof. The manager was sceptical but liked the boy so hired him. At the end of the first day after the store was closed the manager asked the fellow how his day had been, “How many sales did you manage to make.” The young man replied, “One”. The manager was disappointed and asked rather sarcastically how much that one sale amounted to. The boy proudly replied, “$101,293.67”. Not believing what he had heard the manager then proceeded to enquire as to what that sale included. “Well sir, I first sold him some fish hooks, and told the buyer he would then need a boat sold I sold him a boat and motor. The customer then decided that his little car would not haul the boat so I sold him a truck.” The manager being very impressed said, “Wow all this because the customer came in for fish hooks”. “No,” replied the kid, “he came in for supplies for his wife and I told him his weekend would be ruined so he might as well go fishing.” Never underestimate!! Remember: A moment of patience in a moment of anger saves you a hundred moments of regret.
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Creemore resident Martika Whylly tells her personal story of love lost and found in Having Fun with God: A Book Report for Miss Winfrey.
Memoirist chronicles young life of loss by Trina Berlo Watching Oprah one day, Martika Whylly heard the talk show hostess talking about a book report she completed as a child. It brought to mind a book report that Whylly never handed in when she was in Grade 5. She thought about how her mother, who always encouraged her and helped her with her schoolwork, never knew that she didn’t complete that book report many years ago. With that memory, she felt compelled to write the report in the form of a memoir. Whylly was 15 years old when her mother died but she felt that her mother was encouraging her to write. “Death is just an illusion. You can’t kill energy. Our loved ones are always around us,” she said. It turned out to be a cathartic process. Whylly doesn’t consider herself a writer but once she sat down at the computer, she said her story just poured out of her. It is a story of loss and reconnecting with family. “It became a healing process,” she said. Whylly confronts death head-on in the introduction of the book Having Fun with God: A Book Report
for Miss Winfrey. In the opening of the book, she writes about the day she discovered her cousin who had hung herself in the closet. Whylly continued to suffer loss and abuse. She chronicles the death of those closest to her, most potently, her mother’s suicide. Left with an abusive stepfather, Whylly decides to follow her mother into death but experiences a protective force that stops her and brings her a feeling of peace. Despite the title of the book, Whylly says she is not religious but has a sense of God as being what is beyond what we can see. In the end, while searching for her father, she discovers that she has four older sisters. The news of her father’s death from AIDS just two days before she makes contact with one sister, leaves Whylly with mixed emotions. “‘God doesn’t take away without giving back’ was whispered in my ear as I hung up the phone,” she writes. Having Fun with God: A Book Report for Miss Winfrey is available at amazon.ca and other online booksellers.
Children's Festival looking for sponsors by Michele McKenzie What do snakes, giant bubbles and a performance of Alexander and The Terrible No Good Very Bad Day have in common? They all will be appearing at the annual Creemore Children’s Festival (CCF) on Saturday, August 1 and you are invited to come play with them. The CCF began in 2011 as a small multi-disciplinary arts festival to entertain young families living in and visiting our community. This event is designed to empower children by inspiring their imaginations through exciting and interactive play with the such visiting attractions such as snakes, giant bubbles and creative productions. In order to keep this festival unique and available to attendees for free, fundraising is necessary and we are looking for sponsors to assist in covering the cost of performers, activities and services. There are three formal event sponsor levels as well as a Festival Friendship Donation option. Even a small financial donation or donation in-kind is truly appreciated. For more contribution option information, please stop by and ask for Laurie Copeland at Cardboard Castles. We will be welcoming back our face painting artist, the handlers from Reptilia as well as many familiar and popular performers. New this year will be a theatrical performance that will entertain the whole family. Watch for the complete lineup of activity here in The Creemore Echo at the end of July.
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Reptilia will be in Creemore during the Creemore Children's Festival August 1.
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Spike & Rusty Word Scramble
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Last week, Jory Pritchard-Kerr, Executive Director of Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation accepted a $10,000 donation from the Stayner and District Kinsmen Club. Kinsmen members made the donation in memory of a very special young man, Kevin Pardy, the son of Carl and Exie Pardy, both well-known community supporters. Carl is a member of the Stayner Kinsmen and Kevin often joined the club activities. The generous donation in Kevin’s memory will help fund Cardiac Monitors for the Collingwood G&M Hospital. Thank you to the Stayner Kinsmen for their continued, generous support. This special tribute donation in Kevin’s honour will help patients at the Collingwood Hospital for years to come. The Stayner and District Kinsmen Club have been loyal supporters of the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation since 1989, having donated more than $100,000. Â
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Volunteers needed for Creemore Vertical Challenge on Saturday, August 8. 25, 50, 75 km run. Starts & ends at Mad River, Creemore. Contact Lee Ann Cohen at 705-4663253 or leecohen2011@gmail.com.
Volunteers needed to help with the Old Tyme Games, setting up and taking down of Barriers and cleanup of the field behind the Arena after the fireworks. We would like individuals, merchants or organizations to pick an Old Tyme Game to run for the afternoon. 7 games to choose from: three legged sack race, egg and spoon race, water balloon toss, lawn bowling, ring toss and bean bag toss. Please participate, pick a game or activity! Call Norm at 705-466-6748 to offer your help to make our Canada Day an event to remember. We are also collecting monetary donations to help pay for the fireworks! Please call Norm at 705466-6748 with your donation.
Volunteers needed for The 50 th Anniversary of the Honeywood Beef Barbecue on Saturday, July 25. This is a great chance to meet your neighbours and other Mulmur residents, as well as those who come from farther away each year to enjoy the meal. Help us to celebrate this longstanding tradition in our community! Slow cooked beef & homemade desserts! We are inviting individuals to assist in a volunteer capacity.  Please email info@mulmurtownship.ca if you are interested in volunteering. Â
yard sale 1999 Silver Saturn SL for sale. Runs well. Won't need much to certify. Asking $1000 or best offer. Call 705441-4662 or 705-466-5240.Â
Canada Day 3-on-3 Ball Hockey Tournament on Canada Day at Veterans Way, between Creemore Arena & Legion. Family & Competitive Divisions. Registration at 12:30 p.m. Games start at 1 p.m. $10 per player. Enter as a team or as an individual. Preregister by emailing cvpmac@ hotmail.com or text/call 519-369-7237.
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solar generation for energy savings and income professionally designed and installed
Jeff Williams • 466-5741
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Valley Auto & Tech Repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks!
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Neil I McAvoy 705.466.3804
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Large & Small Loads, Weekend & Evening Delivery Available
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Dave North • 705-718-7370 Party Planner
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Susan’s Grooming Salon
Professional Grooming for all breeds 31 Caroline St. E East entrance OPEN Monday to Friday
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758397 2nd Line East • Mulmur
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T. NASH
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PLUMBING Servicing Creemore and surrounding area
(705) 466-5807 Licensed and insured
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FREE QUOTES NEIGHBOURLY SERVICE HANDYMAN BARN ROOFING WORK BARNS • FENCES • HOUSES • EQUIPMENT SANDBLASTING & PRESSURE WASHING TYLER KUEPER
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Towing at its best! For all your towing and recovery needs!
Kells Service Centre 80 High Street, Collingwood (705) 445-3421 • Fax (705) 445-7404
Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie
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705-466-2149
Free Estimates Ron Briere Tilesetter/Installer 705-466-6462 • rlbriere@gmail.com
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Entranceways Fireplaces, Backsplashes Indoor/Outdoor work
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Echo Classifieds for sale
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Hay for sale – Small squares and 4x5’ rounds of horse hay. We deliver yearround. Call Norm of Stonehedge Farms at 705-466-2607.
Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Booking for 2015 for interior painting/ wall papering. Call for free estimate 705466-2356.
Items for sale – Large quantity of antique & modern picture frames, artwork, posters, also antique iron garden decor, antique furniture, 1850s loom, ladders, tools, rails, storage tubs, lumber, cedar rails, etc. Moving. Call John Simpson at 705-446-4950. 150 antique split cedar rails for sale. $3 each. Take all or half. Call John Simpson at 705-446-4950.
yard sale Saturday, June 20: 1152 6th Conc N, Stayer Brethren in Christ Church: Multi family yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon. Rain or shine. Baked goods, plants, antiques, furniture, collectibles & more. Saturday, June 27 (& possibly Sunday too): 1187 Fairgrounds Rd. South at the Bailey Grant Schoolhouse: Garage/Moving Sale. Something for everybody.
for rent Upper 1 bedroom Apartment with balcony at 149 Mill Street, Creemore. Clean & decorated. Call 705-466-3635. 2 bedroom bungalow in Creemore. $895 plus utilities. Available August 1. No smoking, no pets. Call & leave a message at 705-466-3559.
Experienced Computer Technician new to the community and ready to help with your home computer. Specializing in upgrades, anti-virus and general trouble shooting. Contact Brad at 705-434-8236 or email brad.garbs@gmail.com.
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Florida Rental. Lovely quiet setting located near Disney and outlet shopping malls. Sleeps 6, two full baths. A/C. Winterized sunroom. Free wifi, telephone and television as well as washer and dryer. Renters have access to recreation faculties such as Olympic size pool, tennis and shuffle courts. Lake access. And lots of golf courses! Call 705-466-2150.
Wanted: Old motorcycle for restoration. 1980s or earlier. Any condition considered. Call John Simpson at 705-446-4950.
Adult family seeking summer home for rent this August in the Creemore Hills. Familiar with the area, we hope for a clean, airy house with good views and a pond or pool. Wi-Fi and cable are desired and cats are a problem. Three or four bedrooms preferred. References available. Please contact david.harrison@phdmedia.com
help wanted Mylar & Loreta's Restaurant in Singhampton is looking for help in all areas of the restaurant. Apply with resume. Students accepted. 705445-1247. Handyman wanted. 5 minutes outside of Creemore. Call 416-3054171.
horses This year, the Cosack family is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Peace Valley Ranch in Mulmur. Check us out for Horse Boarding & Training, Trail & Ranch Riding. www.RawhideAdventures.on.ca. 519-925-0152.
dog boarding Your dog will enjoy their stay at Club Amarillo. Our Boarding Retreat boasts indoor and outdoor runs including large pack walks, grooming, flat screen TV, hand walking and more all set in the beautiful Mulmur hills. Contact Dana Mailhot 705466-6556 dana.rose10@hotmail.com.
hockey registration Creemore Minor Hockey Registration 2015-2016 Season. Wednesday, June 24 at Creemore Arena from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 at Creemore Arena from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Information on our website or contact dedwards@creemoreminorhockey.com.
Call to Artists for The Art Festival on Saturday, July 18 at Station Park in Stayner. 10 x 10 spaces for $35. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contact Frieda at Linke’s Local Arts in Stayner at 705-4285870 or frieda@linkeslocalarts.com
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Building Blocks Home DAYCARE, full or part-time care. Call for availability or to book a play date. Now booking for September. Call 705-466-6355.
Cutting Edge Lawn Care. Call 705-466-3716.
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Small brown leather change purse found on Mill Street, Creemore with a key, a business card & cash. Drop in to Creemore Echo and describe the contents to claim it.
Cottage Country Housekeeping in Creemore and area. My services can be tailored to suit your individual needs. References available. For your free estimate call Lesley 705-627-8095.
Green thumbs. Gardening etc. call 705-795-6967.
call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@creemore.com,$15 + hst for 25 words or less
Blue faux-suede lady's jacket left at Creemore House Inn on Saturday night. Drop by Creemore Echo to pick it up!
Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations,peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781.
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College Pro Painters. Call now to set up your free estimate. Call Nathan Fuller at 705-441-6939.
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VAN RYN, Andrew – The family of the late Andrew Van Ryn would like to thank all of you for your love and support through our time of grief and sadness. The wonderful overflowing attendance at Andy’s funeral service at St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore gave us great comfort and joy. The many cards of sympathy, the beautiful flowers, the acts of kindness and the donations to St. Andrew’s Church made in Andy’s memory are most deeply appreciated. A special thank you to Dr. Remo Zadra, Dr. J.J. Laforest, Irene Cilla, Wendy Conley and Sue Reid for the wonderful care that Andy received over the past six years. The respect and dignity we were shown by Jim Henderson at Fawcett Funeral Homes, Creemore, The Royal Canadian Legion Creemore Branch, and John Dunn at Alliston Union Cemetery will not soon be forgotten. To the Reverends Jeff and Elizabeth Inglis, who by God’s grace carried us through, we thank you. God Bless You All. Sincerely Menks, Agnes, Sharon, Bill, Michelle and families “In my Father’s house are many mansions.” 7 9John8 14:2a
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Patterson, Anne Elizabeth (nee. Downer) after a courageous battle with Pulmonary Hypertension for over 10 years, succumbed to her illness following a double lung transplant on Friday, June 12, 2015 in her 52nd year. Daughter of loving mother Hilda and her husband Wayne Noble and her late father Harry Downer. Wife of Doug Patterson and mother of cherished children Sarah and Erin. Anne will be sadly missed by her brother David (Janet) Downer and their children Kate & Victoria, her sister Sandra (Michael) Christie and their children Kelly & Rachel, Anne Noble and her children Maggie & Abbey, uncle Ken Skinner and his son Michael, uncle Wally Downer and sons Rob & Mike, cousins John Downer, Brian, Colin, John, Holly, Barry, Brad Skinner and families. She will be remembered by many friends throughout the community. A celebration of life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at the Royal Canadian Legion – Collingwood with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations to the TGH Foundation – Pulmonary Hypertension Program Fund, Campbell House – Hospice Georgian Triangle or the Georgian Triangle Humane Society would be appreciated. Friends may visit Anne’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com
Happy Birthday to Linda Cockton on Thursday, June 25 Hope you have a great day!
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• The Creemore Echo •
Friday, June 19, 2015
St. John's and Legion team up to make butter tarts by Trina Berlo The Creemore Legion Ladies Auxiliary and the St. John’s United Church choir “Holy Rollers” teamed up to make more than 200 dozen butter tarts for last weekend’s Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival in Midland. About 25 volunteers spent all day June 11 and 12 baking up a storm. They were broken out into stations; mixing, rolling, cutting, panning, filling, baking, packing and washing. Proceeds from the sale of the tarts will go toward church and Legion community initiatives. The effort was organized by Jim Henderson. Last year, the church made 100 dozen butter tarts using a recipe from Mother Parker’s, a Henderson family restaurant that used to be in Stayner. A partnership seemed prudent to add manpower and in order to make use of the spacious kitchen facilities at the Legion. One hundred dozen didn’t last long. They sold out in one hour and 15 minutes. So, Henderson recruited helpers from the Legion, thinking they could double the yield. They went to this year’s event with 200 dozen tarts loaded into vans in the wee hours Saturday before being trucked to Midland. Henderson said it was a great day but not all the tarts sold because there was more product on the street than last year, during the inaugural event, when 50,000 tarts were sold. This year, organizers
Staff photos: Trina Berlo
Marilyn Steed (top, from left), Lynn Bell, Gayle Millsap and Gail Martens can't stop rolling after two days of making butter tarts to be sold at Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival in Midland June 13. Left: Jim Henderson checks on tarts being taken out of the oven by Mark Madill.
were promising more than 70,000. The Legion-St. John’s team came home with several dozen tarts, which
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will be for sale at Creemore’s Canada Day celebrations. With the Henderson family having
donated the ingredients, about $1,800 will be raised to split between the two organizations once they are all sold.