The Creemore
Echo
Friday, October 21, 2011 Vol. 11 No. 42
News and views in and around Creemore
TOWNSHIP TO GIVE SCI ACCESS TO LAND FOR NEW PROGRAM by Brad Holden Clearview Council intends to donate the use of the now depleted Nottawasaga gravel pit to Stayner Collegiate Institute for use in a new, intensive environmental program at the school that is set to begin in September 2012. The program, a Specialist High School Major (SHSM) in the Environment, will give students a special designation on their diploma, should they complete a “bundle” of credits focusing on Science, Geography, Outdoor Activities, English, Math, and Co-Op Education. They will also be required to gain certifications in areas pertaining to the environment (for example, GPS, GIS, watershed management, animal and plant management). The final piece in the puzzle is the Township property, which contains two distinct habitats – wetlands and forest – that would be used for experiential
learning. As well, it contains the old gravel pit, which has yet to be rehabilitated – a process the students would now undertake through reforestration. “This land would enrich this new program so much,” said SCI vice principal Janice Ellerby in a presentation to Council Monday night. “It would also go a long way towards ensuring that SCI is Clearview Township’s high school for another 50 years.” Planning director Michael Wynia, who took credit for the original idea, told Council the next step in the process would be to check with the MNR that rehabilitation could be done by the students, and to acquire insurance. To that end, Council voted unanimously to move the process forward, and several members expressed their enthusiasm for the project. “We want to jump on your bandwagon,” Deputy Mayor Alicia Savage told Ellerby.
FOODSTOCK MAKES A STATEMENT Last weekend’s Foodstock was
a great success, with nearly 30,000 people arriving at a Melancthon farm, battling mud and bad weather, and managing to have a great time sampling the food of more than 100 chefs, listening to some great Canadian music and standing up as objectors to the Highland Companies’ proposed 2,300acre quarry, which would surround the Foodstock site on three sides. Here, chief organizer and superstar chef Michael Stadtlander revels in the day. For more photos of the event, see page 3, and for photos from a different angle, see page 16.
Hallowfest needs volunteers The spirit that Creemore has shown on Halloween night over the past couple of decades will be showcased on Sunday, October 30 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Station on the Green. Hallowfest, a major fundraising event for the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital that will bring in families from
all over the south Georgian Bay area, is being run by Laurie Copeland and a committee of volunteers. But more volunteers are needed to pull off the event with style. If you are interested, please call 705-466-9998. It’s also hoped that many houses in town will be decorated for the day.
Inside the ECHO HOUSING HELP FACE TO FACE Gail Michelanko and Lynsi Sensenberger
(standing, left to right) of the Georgian Triangle Housing Resource Centre dropped by the Creemore branch of the Clearview Public Library to demonstrate a new initiative to help residents of Clearview to get advice when they’re facing eviction or eminent hydro cut-offs. Using Skype, a video chat program, people can talk directly with a housing supervisor from the library. The goal, said Michelanko, is to reduce any transportation barriers for lowincome people. Sitting at the computer is Clearview Library CEO Jennifer LaChapelle. On screen is housing support worker Marcia Adams. The service is now available at all libraries in Clearview Township.
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Friday, October 21, 2011
Community Calendar Friday, October 21
• Dunedin and Area (that means you too Creemore) 4th Annual Scarecrow Contest. Create your scarecrow and you could win great prizes. Judging takes place October 29. Show your community spirit! Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. To register your scarecrow or information please contact Marcy at 705466-3690. ***Last week to register*** • Lily Frost with Jose Contreras appearing live at The Flying Chestnut Kitchen at Eugenia at 10 pm. $10.
Saturday, October 22
• Mulmur Townhall Meeting at Mulmur Township Hall, 758070 2nd Line East, Terra Nova presented by Mono Mulmur Citizens’ Coalition (MC2). Coffee at 9:30 am, meeting from 10 am to noon. An opportunity to catch up on several Mulmur issues. Presentations by CORE, NDACT & Mulmur and questions & answers. Everybody welcome. See ad on page 3 for details.
This Weekend • Curiosity House Book Signing: Dorris Heffron with her fifth novel, City Wolves from 10 am to noon. One of the books nominated for Georgian Bay Reads. The story of Canada’s first woman veterinarian, Meg Wilkinson in the 1890s in the Yukon. This lively, insightful, historical fiction, subtly revealing the wolf-like nature of humans and the human nature of wolves. Please join us. • Violet Allan’s 95th Birthday Come and Go Tea at the New Lowell Legion from 1:30 to 4 pm. Best wishes only. • Church Family & Friends Potluck at First Baptist Church, Stayner at 6 pm. Part of the 157th Anniversary Celebrations. • Dan Hill will be performing at the Collingwood Collegiate on Hurontario Street at 8:30 pm. A fundraiser for Blue Mountain Watershed Trust to protect the Silver Creek Wetland. Tickets $50
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Sunday, October 23
• Church Services are on page 5. • Creemore Legion Breakfast from 8:30 to 11 am. A Belgian waffle with fruit, syrup & whipped cream or two eggs any way you want them as well as bacon or sausage, home fries, toast, juice, coffee or tea all for $5. • 157th Anniversary Service at First Baptist Church, Stayner at 11 am. Guest Preacher is Rev. Edwin Smart & at 7 pm Southern Gospel Concert with ‘Heading Home Trio’. Freewill offering. Refreshments will follow. All welcome. • Annual Honeywood-Horning’s Mills United Church Fowl Supper from 5 to 7 pm with homemade pies and cakes. Held in the Norduff Room in the Honeywood Arena. Adults $14, children $6, preschoolers free.
Upcoming Events Monday, October 24
• Clearview Soccer Club Annual General Meeting at 7 pm at Creemore Arena Hall. Attendees will have their name entered into a draw for a free soccer registration for the 2012 year!
Monday, October 24
• Dunedin Woman’s Friendship Club at 7:30 pm in the Dunedin Community Hall. All welcome to fun, fellowship and refreshments.
Tuesday, October 25
• Sara Hershoff & Brad Holden are on 97.7 The Beach this morning between 9 and 10 am to talk “All Things Creemore”. Don’t miss it!
Thursday, October 27
• Free Seminar on Alzheimer, Dementia & Medication hosted by Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation. Reserve your seat by phoning 705-444-8675 or email benedicta@cgmh.on.ca. See ad on page 16.
Friday, October 28
•Toonie Lunch at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 22 Caroline Street West from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Come out and enjoy some homemade soup. with your friends.
Saturday, October 29
•St. James’ Church, Clougher-Lisle ACW are holding their Annual Craft and Bake Sale and Luncheon in the Lisle Legion opening at 10 am. No admission charge. Adult Lunch $8. Children’s Lunch $2. Lucky Draw. Bring the children along to meet Mrs. Claus. • Log Cabin Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 am. Come
celebrate Opening the Door into the Creemore Log Cabin and enter an earlier era in Creemore’s history. Everyone is cordially invited to join the party at the Cabin in its new location, between the Old Jail and the Creemore Library. Please see pages 10 and 11 for further information. • A porcelain flotilla of manned longships sets sail in the Mad & Noisy Gallery. Working from 12th Century illustrations, sculptor Juliet Jancso has created a series of detailed cogs, carracks, caravels and longships in white porcelain highlighted by gold leaf. The show, entitled Embarkation, opens with a reception today from 2 to 5 pm and continues until November 21. 154 Mill Street. 705-466-5555 or www.madandnoisy.com. • Turkey Dinner celebrating Fall at Centennial United Church, Stayner. Corner of William and Oak Streets from 4:30 to 7 pm. Adults $12.50, children 6-12 $6, under 6 free. Entertainment while you wait! Come and bring family and friends. A fundraiser to aid the Church’s work.
Sunday, October 30
•148th Anniversary Service for Mansfield Presbyterian Church at 9:30 am. Special guest speaker is Wayne Townsend, curator of Dufferin Museum & Archives. Refreshments to follow. • Hallowfest in Creemore from 10 am to 4 pm at Station on the Green. A new regional event. Fun for all ages. Tricks, treats & surprises. Visit the Witch’s Kitchen and Haunted Parlour. Activities, games, pumpkin carving, face painting, costume contests, music, marketplace, live pumpkin auction & more. Costumes encouraged! Admission by donation to the GM Hospital Foundation. Sponsored by Happenings Party Rentals, GM Hospital Foundation, 97.7 Beach, Caithkin Treatment Foster Homes and Creemore. Also Jack ‘o’ Lanterns & Decorated Witch Brooms Auction for the G&M - The Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation invite everyone to create a carved or decorated pumpkin or broom to benefit the Hospital. Bring it to Station October 29. • Christmas Stop & Shop at Silver Brooke Golf Club, 45 Cindy Lane, Lisle from 10 am to 4 pm. Start your shopping early. Many exhibitors. Please bring a nonperishable item for the Angus Food Bank. • “Joyful We Adore You” Worship Music from Ancient to Modern at 7 pm at St. John’s United
Church, Creemore. As part of our 125th Anniversary celebrations, please join us for an evening of music to stir the heart and uplift the soul. Featuring the Canturum Choir and the Shipmates Men’s Quartet. Accompanied by 2 violins. Produced by Ann Sneyd and Peter Coates. Free will offering. Reception to follow.
Saturday, November 5
• Christmas Extravaganza Stop n Shop Event at New Lowell Legion from 9 am to 3 pm. Grab bags for the first 50 people! Over 30 local entrepreneurs! Please bring a non-perishable item for the Angus Food Bank & be entered to win a door prize. • A Remembrance Day Event featuring Sgt. Ret’d Phyllis Howald, a personal story of her time in the Military, at 9:30 am at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Stayner. Proudly presented by Stayner Heritage Society. Cost $5 (includes continental breakfast, speaker and entertainment including Graham Trude and the “Georgian Girls”) For tickets call Catherine Walker at 705-428-2719, Myrna Johnson at 705-428-2540 or purchase at Barb’s Clothes Closet. Advance sale only. Please call by November 1.
Wednesday, November 9
• Flu Clinic at Station on the Green from noon to 8 pm. Book your appointment time online at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org. Appointments are recommended. Walk-in must be prepared to wait and there may not be space available to accommodate.
Saturday, November 12
• Flu Clinic at Station on the Green from 9 am to 5 pm. Book your appointment time on-line at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org. Appointments are recommended. Walk-in must be prepared to wait and there may not be space available to accommodate. • Dinner Dance at Station on the Green from 7:30 pm to midnight. A fundraiser for the Santa Claus Parade. $25 per person. Tickets available at Creemore Echo or by contacting John Blohm at 705-466-3130 or Michael Bennett at 705-241-3344.
Friday, November 18
• The Tree Society of Creemore’s 1st Annual Meet & Greet at the Station on the Green from 7 to 9 pm. Help pay tribute to Diane & Brian McKay in honour of their 20 years of leadership. Tickets $10 available at Creemore Echo, Cardboard Castles & Curiosity House.
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FOODSTOCK DRAWS THOUSANDS
photo Brad Holden
photo Brad Holden
Photo Bryan Davies
In the end, Foodstock did feel a little bit like Woodstock. It could have been the mud. And the intermittent rain. Most of all, though, it was the beatific smiles. Smiles that came not from recreational drug use, as at that other “stock,” but from the joy of breaking bread among an impromptu community of people, united not just because they loved food, but also because they respected the land from which it is harvested. The organizers are claiming there were 28,000 people there, but the actual amount hardly matters. They’ve also decided not to reveal how much money was raised, primarily because it’s going into a war chest that will be used to fight the Highland quarry. And really, that doesn’t matter either. What matters is that a movement began last Sunday, one that’s going to fight tooth and nail against those who wish to mine the limestone below those fields. It’s going to be a long, hard fight. At least the food will be good.
Photo Bryan Davies
Photo Chuck Magwood
Photo Bryan Davies
photo Brad Holden
Photo Chuck Magwood
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Opinion THE WAY WE WERE
Feedback and old photos welcome info@creemore.com call (705) 466-9906 fax (705) 466-9908
At the Creemore Echo, our unofficial motto is “What Sylvia wants, Sylvia gets,” so here, as requested in the Big Heart Seniors column on the next page, is a blown up version of last week’s The Way We Were photo. For those with short memories, this is a photo of the choir at St. John’s United Church during Christmas celebrations in 1949. For a revised list of who is in the picture, please see Sylvia’s column.
LETTER
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We will stop the quarry We will stop the quarry The quarry won’t happen. We won’t let our water Take any of their crap in.
Dear Editor: Thank you for your wishes in last week’s Creemore Echo. We had a wonderful service on Sunday with a church full of worshippers. The New Lowell and Avening congregations joined us, along with special guests from Stayner and former members from Guelph. I, as clerk of session, was pleased to welcome a new member by transfer of membership and Rev. Tony Rennett dedicated the new paint work that had been done this summer. The church looked particularly beautiful as the sun shone through the coloured glass onto the Thanksgiving decorations so nicely displayed by Gayle Millsap. Of particular note is the Honour Board made by our resident craftsman, Orley Dunstan. This board holds plaques that have been presented to honour parsons or in memory of parsons for their contributions over
Together we’ll stand in our Food fields and know, Mega quarries suck And our wind farms they blow. A small scale approach With respect is in demand. No place for greed, Save our water and land. We will stop the quarry. We won’t let it happen. Patrick Keating, Singhampton
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the years. It also displays the original trowel used to lay the first corner stone of the church. The men’s chorus joined the regular choir members for the introit and two hymns, after which the regular choir sang “I Will Sing Your Glory and Praise” and “Old Friends.” Gerry Blackburn introduced our guest speaker, Rev. David Sherwin, who told us that although there have been and will be many changes, God’s love and work has been, is, and will be evident and strong in our community. After a formal thank you, everyone was invited to the fellowship hall for refreshments and fellowship. Our anniversary celebration continues on Sunday, October 30 with a concert called “Joyful We Adore You.” Sincerely, Marilyn Steed, Creemore
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Creemore Big Heart Seniors Seniors
guys with longer memories There were 59 out for or better memories than cards today (I’m told), so I mine to keep me on the thanks to Barb Cudmore straight and narrow in the and Irma Flack for the Seniors News. I also rely info on Seniors this pretty heavily on Maurice week. McArthur, who is nice The 50/50 draws went enough to take the time Sylvia to Marg Hope, Pat GALE to give me a call so I can Winger, Roy Veinot, keep the info in this column Lois Walker, Ray Broad, correct. For instance, the picture in Barb Pilon, Alinda Bishop and last week’s “The Way We Were” had a Marj Thomson. few misses in the names. For instance, Moon shots were played by Marcie we figured out that the front row Cameron (2), Lily Hutchinson, was Mary Thomson, Marg Mackey, Roy Veinot (2), Warren Gale, Lucy Marion Tilden, Mavis Machesney, Young, Peter Gubbels, Karl Seifert, Barb Hoogendyke, Orla Howie, Janice Stephens, Russ Miller and Alice Montgomery, Ben Broderick Irene Dolson. Irene won the travelling and Murray Skinkle. Middle Row prize (Well done, Kiddo!) and Roy – Marguerite Hoogendyke, Mrs. won the Sidewinders money. Boettger, Mildred Walker, Mrs. High scorers were Beulah Dunn Hayward, Sylvia Thompson, Norma 320, Gerri Miller 282, Roy Veinot Carscadden, Kay Mackey, Marion 280 and Irene Dolson 275. Low was Priddle, Eva Walker, Yvonne Flynn Wayne Riddall with 106. and Gertie Montgomery. Back row My thanks to Gertie Gowan who – Bill ? Hall, Cecil Hayward, Peter mentioned to Sharon (my daughter) Coates and Maurice Mumford. that Ben Broderick, whom I had Several folks have mentioned that mentioned in last week’s Echo as they would like to see an enlargement having been an only child, was not of that photo. an only child, but that he did have a We have been fortunate enough to brother Blair who died quite young. have had daughter Sharon and her I guess Blair had passed away before husband Guy visiting us this week I knew Ben, so I had never seen him. from Turner Valley, Alberta. While Thanks, Gertie. I really rely on you
they were here, they visited the folks that own Edenstone Bed and Breakfast, Leona and Boris Kashuba who are the parents of Chris and his wife Diane (Panton) Kashuba. Diane is related to Sharon on the Grant side of her family tree. Anyway, our thanks to Leona and Boris, who sent some really great tasting cookies back with Sharon. They are cranberry-oatmeal-walnutplus other things and are delicious! Thanks, folks. We have a bus trip to Rama on Tuesday, November 1, and would appreciate calls from anyone interested. I am at 705-466-5732. We have one more trip in December, and then none till April 2012. I have a man in my house who looks a lot like a racoon, with two black eyes. Pretty fair shiners, at that! And no, the story I’m telling about him talking when he should have been listening to me is not really true. He actually had a fall, and led with his head, and the cement in Collingwood’s sidewalks is definitely a harder substance than his head! Three of our members have recently had their 90 th birthdays – Thelma Lightheart, May Johnston and Eileen Nash. In honour of these fine ladies, at right is a poem given to me by Irma Flack.
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148th Anniversary Service for Mansfield Presbyterian Church at 9:30 am. Special guest speaker is Wayne Townsend, curator of Dufferin Museum & Archives. Refreshments to follow.
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Ninety To d a y L o r d I ’ m 9 0 , a new decade has just begun. I hope Lord You’ll let me live until I’m 91. With unfinished jobs, there’s so much I still want to do. Would You let me stay a while longer until I’m 92? Blessed with sight in a beautiful world there is so much to see. Do You think You could extend it until I’m 93? With the economy ever changing, each day more and more, I’d like to leave a legacy of helpfulness until I’m 94. If then I’m healthy and still alive, I’d like to stay around until I’m 95. Still feeling mischievous and playing childish tricks, Could I please enjoy the fun in life until I’m 96? I know dear Lord, living on earth I’ve had a taste of heaven, Therefore I’m willing to stay until I’m 97. By now I move slowly and am often late, If it is Your will Lord let me live to 98. A d e c a d e ’s p a s s e d a n d I’ve had a wonderful time, I’ll be happy to join You, maybe at 99. A century of living, and unexpected, too. Excitedly I’m coming, singing praises to You.
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Friday, October 21, 2011
Seen & Heard around Creemore A Walk for Cancer
Rainy and windy conditions dominated during the 10th annual Dunedin Fall Colours Cancer Walk last Saturday, but that didn’t stop this hardy group from walking from Dunedin to Lavender and raising $2,736 for the Canadian Cancer Society.
Donations to a Good Cause
The Clearview Food Bank received two significant donations last week. The first, on the left, was a cheque for $1,325 from the Mad & Noisy Golf Club. Presenting the cheque to Food Bank co-ordinator Wendy Jeffries are club members Doug Quanbury and Bob Little. The money was raised during Senior Men’s Guest Day and the Men’s Closing Event (during which a raffle for two nights at the Fairmont Royal York raised money for the Food Bank). At right, TD Canada Trust presented a cheque for $1,000 to Jeffries on behalf of Creemore Springs Brewery. The Brewery recently lent the bank its boardroom when a meeting was held in Creemore and hadn’t taken any money for it, so the bank made this donation instead. From left to right are Jeffries, Stayner bank manager Sharon Emmett, Lily White of Creemore Springs, Creemore bank manager Laurie Wilson and Howard Thompson, TD Canada Trust’s Senior Vice President for Western Ontario.
Spooks Galore
Besides donating cookies for the “Witch’s Kitchen” at Hallowfest next Sunday, October 30, Norma Panzine has also set up a rather scary vignette at Affairs Bakery. From now until Halloween, anyone who wishes to take have their picture taken in front of the vignette is asked to make a donation to the General and Marine Hospital Foundation.
Fire Chiefs for a Day
Grade 2 students Alexandra Dawson (left) from New Lowell Public School and Kaeleigh Stewart (right) from Clearview Meadows Elementary School were made Fire Chiefs for a day last Friday, after entering a fire safety contest and being randomly selected from 200 entries across Clearview Township. The girls were sworn in by Fire Chief Bob McKean and Mayor Ken Ferguson and were given a ride in a fire truck from their schools and back. As well, each girl’s class received a pizza.
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The Methodists ring their bell Local History
It was January 1, 1901. The bell in the tower of the Methodist Church rang out joyously for the first time, proclaiming the advent of the 20th Century. That bell, newly installed, symbolized Helen the building of a fine new BLACKBURN church, the burgeoning of a healthy congregation and hopes for the future. This month, 110 years later, that same church is celebrating its 125th Anniversary not as a Methodist Church but as a United Church. The current church on Mill Street opened on October 3, 1886. A newspaper report tells us that “the new church was dedicated by Rev. E.B. Harper, DD. The Doctor preached three appropriate, interesting, instructive and impressive sermons. There was lovely weather, overwhelming congregations, good collection and Divine presence on the Sabbath.” The Methodists had a long presence in Creemore, beginning in the area’s earliest days. Many of you have received the latest issue of In the Hills, and have read the article, “Bringing ‘The Word’ to the Wilderness.” The Methodists in the early pioneer days were frowned upon in many circles. A quote from the article explains. “The Methodists were a thorn in the side of the Anglican and Presbyterian hierarchies. These
two religions were established and ritualistic, while the Methodist preachers leaned towards revivalism and emotion. To early settlers weighed down by the drudgery of survival and loneliness, whooping it up at a camp meeting probably had more appeal than sitting demurely through a ritualized church service.” The same article exposes the other side of the story. “An unnamed Catholic farmer in Peel who, when asked what he’d do if there were no Roman Church, replied he’d be an Anglican. If that were not possible, the oldtimer allowed he might become a Presbyterian. ‘And if that were not possible, would you be a Methodist?’ he questioner continued. ‘I’d die first!’ was the reply. In Creemore’s earliest days there were three branches of Methodism: the Wesleyan Methodists, the Methodist Episcopalians, and the New Connexion Methodists. The Wesleyans had a small church on Caroline Street where Discover the Path is now established. The New Connexions had a small church on the north hill part of Collingwood Street. In 1874, they were united with the Wesleyans. The Methodist Episcopalians had a church on the same site of today’s St. John’s United. The union of all the Methodist churches took place in 1883 and from this union came the plans to build today’s edifice, which opened in 1886. There is much history, very interesting history surrounding the early churches, which may be read in my books, The Bridges of Creemore Mills and
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Night Train to Creemore. It must be stated, most emphatically, that we owe great thanks to the members of the Methodist congregation who planted the maple trees surrounding the church on May 12, 1893. Church Union was a movement that was afoot for many years but finally reached its conclusion in 1925. It involved the Methodists, Presbyterians and Congregationalists. Southern Ontario, in particular, saw a great deal of controversy from the Presbyterians. So great were the quarrels that whole communities, and often families, were torn apart, never to heal for many, many years. Creemore’s Presbyterian congregation seemed firm in their conviction to remain Presbyterian but tales come from the Maple Valley church of their conflict. In the end the Creemore Star reported that only three Presbyterians identified themselves as Unionists. The inaugural service of the new United Church in Creemore took place on June 14, 1925 with morning and evening services. The Creemore Star reported, “There were large congregations at both services, which were impressive in their simplicity. The splendid choir under the direction of Miss Lawrence did credit to the church, themselves and their leader. Miss Corbett presided at the organ. The speaker, Rev. McLeod, delivered an eloquent sermon at both services.” Long may the church bell ring out for St. John’s United Church, as it did in 1901.
“Well done, good and faithful servant” coffee with ken
Thomas W. Montgomery, a familiar face in Creemore, has certainly accomplished a great deal during his life span. Now retired, he has every right to rest on his laurels. Ken Born on April 19, 1927 THORNTON on Wellington Street in Creemore, Tom attended public school and then went to work at several area farms – Cliff Melville’s, William Miller’s and Elmer Grainger’s to name a few. After a stint at James Jackson’s saw mill, he joined George Shepherd’s feed and seed mill, which represented Cockshut Farm Implements. Obviously a man for all seasons, this energetic entrepreneur then tried his hand at making sash doors for Peter Thompson and sons, before becoming involved with the Hill Top Dairy (which was situated up the Collingwood Street hill on the other side of the Mad River) where Tom delivered milk by horse and wagon. What a remarkable career, you say, but wait! He’s not through yet, not by a longshot! By this time the Great Lakes were calling to Tom, so he left the comforts of home to work on the S.S. Collingwood, followed by the S.S. James B. Eads. Then it was on to the S.S. Donnacona, on which he weathered Hurricane Hazel out at sea. Is there no end to this man’s adventurous spirit?
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On June 9, 1951, Tom somehow found time to get married to June Kitchen. Their union has provided four daughters, eight granddaughters and one great-grandson. Tom coached a junior girls baseball team for 17 years. He’s been a member of St. John’s United Church since 1953 and its custodian for 47 years. He was a Tom Montgomery volunteer for the Creemore Fire Department for 24 years, and an Emergency Management Ontario auxiliary constable for eight years. He assisted in collecting and delivering food to the Angus Food bank for 20 years, and has also avidly supported My Friend’s House in Collingwood. A member of the Nitetis Lodge since 1966, Tom was installed as Worshipful Master in 1974 and appointed secretary in 1978, a position he still holds today. In 1985 he was appointed Grand Steward. In 1968 he joined the Eastern Star, where he served as Patron for nine years and in 1988 was made a life member. In 1970 the Ramesis Shrine in North Bay caught Tom’s interest, and he is a charter member of the Manito Club in Collingwood.
Somewhere, among all these activities, Tom was also employed for 29 years as a custodian for the Simcoe County Board of Education. In the early days, Tom also worked two summers for the CNR section gang, and also one summer at Base Borden as a cook’s helper. I have omitted several additional accomplishments, however, I have run out of ink and will continue this on another occasion. On completion of his many achievements, the phrase “Well done, good and faithful servant” readily comes to mind. You are to be applauded, Tom, and sincere congratulations on an interesting life. It is obvious you have made full use of your time, and I’m sure I speak for everyone by wishing you all the best, and happy days in your well-deserved retirement. Ed. Note: Happy 93rd birthday, Ken!
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Celebrate Opening the Door of Creemore’s Historic Log Cabin! Everyone is cordially invited to join the Party Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 10:30 a.m.
Thanks to all who have made possible the preservation and restoration of the Log Cabin
Listed below are the names of all the people whose generous donations and volunteer energies, from the earliest efforts to the recent chinking, have helped preserve a precious part of Creemore’s heritage. Anonymous Affairs Catering, Bakery & Café Robin and David Archibald Tony and Anne Arrell Hilda Artaker Bob and Judy Astley Avening Women's Institute Michael and Joan Ball Clifford H. Barnard Andy Barrie Jim Bates Joan and Peter Beattie Wayne Bell John and Sara Bellamy Inese Bite Joan and David Black Helen Blackburn Peter Blaiklock and Tracey Lawko Constance Boldt and Michael Laine Rosemary Bolitho Lloyd and Helen Bowen JoAnne Bowle-Evans and Stan Buda Marie Boyce and John Durston Robin Boyce Mary Boyd Paul and Frances Breithaupt Paul and Marg Bridgman Jeannie Brownfield Lana Bryant Isobel Burbidge Burton Avenue Driver & Vehicle Licence Office Jean-Paul Cadieux C. Douglas Caldwell Neil and Jane Cameron Brian and Charlotte Carter Tom and Gail Caswell Kristina and Ronald Charles Robert and Agnes Charlton Chez Michel Allen Clarke and Jackie Tilford Clearview Public Library Board and Staff Clearview Township Council and Staff Michael and Karin Clifford Linda Cockton Cottonwood Historic Trim & Moulding Linda Coulter E. Helen Crawford Creemore Echo Creemore Farmers' Market Creemore Firefighters' Association Creemore Horticultural Society Creemore Legion Creemore Springs Brewery Creemore Village Pharmacy Barbara Crispo Bill and Joan Crysdale Peter and Heather Cumming Patti and Gordon Cunningham Curiosity House Books Iris Drache William and Melody Duron Valerie Dyer Philip and Lorraine Dyment Al Eagle Stan and Jean Edwards Elinore Elder Harold Elston Garfield Emerson Margaret Falls W. Robert Farquharson Ken Ferguson
John and Shirley Ferris Murray N. Firth Robin Fitzgerald Kate Fleming Jaclyn Fowler Annick J. Freed Stan and Sue Freedman Norma Friest Tony Fry Catherine and Gordon Fuller Gallo Family/Edenbrook Farm Linda Gallop Marion Gallupe Michael and Dale Gee Giffen's Country Market Cathy and Michael Gildiner Glen Gilpin Alison Girling and Paul Schabas Carol Ann Goddard Bruce and Anne Godwin Bruce and Anne Godwin in memory of Jim Vandewater Douglas Goodall and Susan Tremblay Darlene Gould Carman Gowan Gertie Gowan Malcolm and Sheila Graham Dorothy and Larry Gray Ruth and Terry Grier David and Louise Hahn Peter and Barbara Halsall Yvonne Hamlin Nancy and Richard Hamm Karen Hare Marianne and Steve Hare Fraser Harvey Hal Heatherington Grace and Dianna Hector in memory of Ryan Edward Henley Andrea Herrnsdorf J. M. Heslip Bill Hewitt Alan R. Hibben Ralph Hicks Frances Hough Howie Welding & Repairs Diane Hutchings Catherine and Robert Hyland Christine Jenkins and Dennis Campbell David Bruce Johnson Joseph Cassidy Real Estate Inc. Brokerage Steven and Louise Karrys Ken Zeggil Construction Inc. Chris and Virginia Key John and Evelyn Knappett Robert and Marilyn Knutson Robert and Marilyn Knutson in memory of Jim Vandewater Amal Koheil Ruth Koheil Chris Lammle Marjorie Lang Stuart and Victoria Lazier Jake, Devin and Meaghan Leishman G. M. Lickrish Robert and Susan Little Karen and Nino Lococo Shirley Logan and Jim Wickwire Lorne Bunn Electric Wally and Eleanor Lotto Dalton and Viola Lowe Donna Lowe
Walter and Shanna Lucas Larry Macala J. Ruth MacDonald Norm MacEachern Virginia H. MacEachern Don and Frances MacFarlane Cheryl MacLaurin Barbara and Bill Mann Marian Marshall Bill and Gail Martens Eileen Martin Jai Sook and Gerald Martin Wil and Judy Matthews Robert B. Matthews Linda and Ron Mattice Milt and Marion McArthur Linda McBurney Elijah McCaffrey Jim and Helen McCartney Catherine and John McCutcheon Paul McCutcheon Thomas & Duane McIlwraith Brian and Diane McKay Michele McKenzie Susan A. McKenzie James and Dawn McPherson Kathy Meeser Kathy Meeser in memory of James Reycraft Frances F. Millman Doug and Norah Mills Paul Millsap Davey Montgomery Tom and June Montgomery Marylou and Ted Morgan Charles Moses Kay Newell Maggie Newell Howard Noble John Noble Wayne Noble Valerie and Norman Nordstrom Peter Norton Mary Alma Nutley in memory of the Scarrow family Dennis and Heather O'Connor Kate O'Keefe Al and Pauline Orr Page Graphics Norma M. Panzine Cheryl Parcell Claude and Orneva Pardy Ben Parsons Thom and Jacquie Paterson Paul Crevier Carpentry Ltd Jane Pepino Walter Peters Bill and June Phelps Jeanette and Russell Poste Tim and Frances Price Deirdre Pringle and John Shore Marg and Ernie Purkis Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society Doug and Liz Quanbury R.J. Burnside & Associates Chris and Pat Raible Chris and Pat Raible in memory of Jim Vandewater Kevin Ralph Robin A. Randall Bob Ransier Graham and June Reed Paul and Basia Regan Jim and Cyndy Reycraft Karline A. Rhodes Phil Richmond
Cheryl and Ken Robertson Marjorie Rolfe Susan Martin Rumble Paul and Jean Ruppel Steve Sage Saint Luke's Anglican Church Fran Sainsbury Rick and Alicia Savage Rolf Schellenberg Bob and Kimberley Seldon Harry and Lillian Seymour Jack Shapiro Monica and Brian Shea Reet and Jeffrey Shearer Dorothy Shropshire Margaret Shropshire Judy and Monty Simmonds Craig and Barbara Simpson James and Susan Simpson John and Maria Simpson Sandy Simpson André Sirois Murray Skinkle Deborah and Don Smith Donald and Carolyn Smith Elizabeth Smith M. Joyce Smith Vic Snow Chuck and Sandy Spencer Bob and Joan Stark Stayner Lions Club Don and Mary Stewart Lorraine and Bill Strain Cynthia Straughan Catharine Sumner TD Canada Trust, Creemore Doug Teddiman Jo and Bruce Thornhill Ken Thornton Charles and Audrey Tidd Jane Timmons Ea and Jack Timms Doug and Gail Todgham Irene Trafananko Barbara and Hilton Tudhope Brian and Alexa Usher-Jones Doug and Judy Vair James and Mary Vandewater Vandewater Charitable Foundation Victorian Values Village Builders Inc. Richard and Miriam Vince Silvester and Christiane von Herrmann Paul and Charlotte Vorstermans Laura Walton Esther Wargon John West Nanci White SueAnn Wickwire and Stephen Headford Christina and Wendell Wigle David and Sherry Wilson Frank Winchester Betty A. Woodley Nancy Woods and Huntly Christie Paul R. Woolner C. Stewart and Marilyn Wright Linda Wright Lynda Zeggil in memory of Don & Jean Carmichael AND the many, many people who bought cedar shingles for the roof!
Contributions to help complete and landscape this project are most welcome. Donations may be addressed to Creemore Log Cabin, Box 2073, Creemore, ON L0M 1G0. Charitable tax receipts will be issued by Clearview Township. For further information contact Chris Raible, 705-466-2261. Creemore Log Cabin Service Board Chris Raible, Chair Pat Raible, Treasurer
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The Creemore Log Cabin: Discovered, Restored and Relocated With the Creemore Log Cabin’s Grand Opening scheduled for Saturday, October 29, this is a good opportunity to look back at how it was resurrected. The cabin was built in the early to mid 1870s on five acres of land running south from George Street along Mary Street to the Mad River, on the very eastern edge of Creemore. This lot was purchased by Henry Mathers for $250 and Mathers owned the
property until 1909. In 1880 James Scarrow, his wife Abigail, his widowed mother and nine children moved from Lavender to Creemore and rented the cabin for the next twenty-seven years. In 1910 the cabin was rented by Joseph Veitch, a widower with two daughters. One daughter, Hazel, married Robert Shaw and the Shaw family continued to live in the cabin. Eventually their son Marlyn became the sole occupant until he went to
The cabin in its original location on George St. The insulbrick had been removed revealing the logs underneath.
While a new location was chosen and funds were raised, the logs were stored at the Clearview works yard. A few of the original logs had to be replaced because they were rotten. Here builder Neil Cameron is putting a dovetail on a replacement log using an axe.
The first log being put in place at its new location.
The logs being brought from the Clearview works yard.
The last log being lowered into position.
‘Personalized’ cedar shakes waiting to be put up on the roof.
Shingling the roof.
Frasier Harvey cutting the foam backing that supports the chinking.
The logs are brought from the Clearview works yard. Cathy Sumner and Peter Norton helping with the chinking. The original chinking, the material that is used to fill in the space between the logs, was cement which shrinks and tends to pull away from the logs. The restored cabin uses a modern product that stays flexible and bonds permanently to the logs.
the Creedan Valley Nursing Home in 2004. After 1909 the ownership of the cabin changed hands several times until it was bought by the Shaws in 1921. Most of the 5 acres were also severed, leaving only the lot where the cabin stood. After Marlyn moved, out the cabin was purchased by Kevin Ralph and in 2006 donated to Clearview Township. The logs were carefully stored and funds were raised for the reconstruction.
The finished cabin, awaiting the installation of the doors and windows.
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Clearview Township Notices Notice
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Notice of Public Meeting – Comprehensive Zoning By-law Amendment Date and Time of Public Meeting
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Location of Public Meeting Council Chambers, Township of Clearview Administration Centre, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON, L0M 1S0 Application Location A comprehensive zoning amendment changes the Zoning By-Law that applies to all lands in Clearview Township. Purpose and Effect of the Proposed Amendment The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to add to the list of permitted uses under a Service Commercial (C3) Zone a “Motor vehicle repair garage”. Description of the Subject Land A key map showing the location of the subject lands is not attached as this amendment affects all lands in Clearview Township. Notice Circulated in Accordance With Planning Act This notice is being circulated in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended, and the regulations there-under. The purpose of this notice is to inform you of the time and location of a public meeting regarding the proposed comprehensive zoning by-law amendment. Rights of Appeal Notification
Clearview Township Notices Tender Township of Clearview will be receiving quotations for Sidewalk Clearing Quote #2011-13 SEALED TENDERS (clearly marked), on forms supplied by the Township of Clearview will be received at the Township of Clearview Administration Centre, 217 Gideon St, Stayner, ON until but not later than: 1:00 PM local time, Thursday, November 3rd, 2011 The lowest or any quote will not necessarily be accepted.
If a person or public body does not make oral submission at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Clearview before the proposed zoning by-law amendment is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Clearview to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submission at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of Clearview before the proposed zoning by-law amendment is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Additional Information The proposed amendment and additional information relating to this application are available for inspection at the Township Planning Department located at 217 Gideon Street in Stayner, or by telephoning (705)428-6230, during regular business hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday). Notification If you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to the Clerk of the Township of Clearview. Associated Files There are no associated files. Requests for information related to this file should be submitted to:
Requests for further notifications should be submitted to:
Planning and Development Department Township of Clearview Box 200, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, Ontario, L0M 1S0 705-428-6230
Clerk Township of Clearview Box 200, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, Ontario, L0M 1S0 705-428-6230
Date of Notice: October 19, 2011
Quote forms are available at the:
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Township of Clearview will be receiving tenders for TOWNSHIP OF CLEARVIEW TENDER NO. 2011-15
For further information contact: Stephen Sage, CRS-S Deputy-Director of Public Works Township of Clearview Telephone (705) 428-6230 ext 228 Fax (705) 428-0288 ssage@clearview.ca
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SNOWPLOWING/SALTING EMERGENCY HUB SEALED TENDERS (clearly marked), on forms supplied by the Township of Clearview will be received at the Township of Clearview Administration Centre, 217 Gideon St, Stayner, ON until but not later than: 1:00 PM local time, Thursday November 3rd, 2011 The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tender forms are available at the: Township of Clearview Administration Centre 217 Gideon St Stayner ON L0M 1S0 A Mandatory Site Meeting will be held for all bidders at 9:00 a.m. on October 26, 2011. Meeting location is 6993 Highway 26, Clearview Township Emergency Hub. For further information contact: Stephen Sage, CRS-S Deputy-Director of Public Works Township of Clearview Telephone (705) 428-6230 ext 228 Fax (705) 428-0288 ssage@clearview.ca Clearview Township, Box 200, 217 Gideon St. Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 705-428-6230 • www.clearview.ca
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Friday, October 21, 2011
CARA Corner: An Alliance Update Many of you will have noticed that Alliance has opened an office on Mill Street and is in the process of generating interest in “Hometown” and selling its first phase of development. It is hard to believe it has been Greg almost four years since the YOUNG Alliance OMB hearings, which were finally resolved by Minutes of Settlement covering numerous aspects of the development agreed to by Alliance, the Township and CARA. As a recap, the full development allows for 498 residential units on 39 hectares on lands bounded by County Road 9, Mary Street, Elizabeth Street and agricultural land on the west. The units will include a mix of single family detached, 4 and 6-plex buildings, townhomes and seniors’ housing bungalows and apartment units. Phase 1 of the Hometown development along Mary Street will consist of 25 units along Mary Street including 15 single family detached dwellings, one 4-plex and one 6-plex building. One of the key points emerging from the Minutes of Settlement was provision for a Liaison Committee allowing CARA to maintain lines of communication with Alliance as the development is built out. For the past few years Valerie Dyer, who leads CARA’s involvement on the Liaison Committee, has been maintaining email contact with Alex Troop of Alliance but, until recently, there were no meetings given the lack of significant activity by Alliance. We have now started our quarterly meetings with Alliance. A second key point in the Minutes of Settlement was the creation of a three-person Architectural Control Committee. The idea behind the formation
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of the Committee was that CARA would have some input into architectural and design considerations in an effort to ensure that the development would be consistent with the character of Creemore and with Val the terms of the settlement. The DYER Committee also is authorized to review the proposed models and elevations of the dwellings to ensure conformity with the Architectural Control Guidelines. In May, CARA received draft Architectural Control Guidelines prepared by John G. Williams, Architect and with the help of our architect volunteer, Jamie Wright, we provided some constructive input into the draft Guidelines. Amended Guidelines were then approved by Council. The Architectural Control Guidelines are presented in a highly visual 35-page document which outlines the vision and objectives for the community’s design including the need to be consistent with Creemore’s existing built form character. We believe the Architectural Control Guidelines represent a thoughtful and solid piece of work which makes for an interesting read for those with an interest in architecture and design. In addition to the design philosophy, the Guidelines also address the details of items such as roof forms, dormers, entrances, porches, windows, detailing, wall cladding, colours, garages and driveways. The Guidelines address considerations such as community safety, building and street relationships, the need for façade variety within the streetscapes and priority areas within the development which require special treatment. Apart from being complementary to Creemore’s historical character, it is our hope that the Hometown development will
provide a broad mix of housing types, improved amenities and add to the quality of all Creemore’s residents. In late September, CARA was asked to review Alliance’s proposed models and elevations for the proposed dwellings in Phase 1 to ensure they were in conformity with the Architectural Control Guidelines. These designs were prepared by Bill Tiffin and John Beresford of Flanagan, Beresford and Patteson Architects. Again with the help of Jamie Wright’s expert eye, CARA approved the drawings (32 pages of designs) which have been proposed for the initial phase of the development. Copies can be seen in the Hometown sales office. The first meeting of the Liaison Committee and Alliance was held this past weekend in order to review recent developments and to discuss the proposed drawings and elevations proposed for Phase 1. We learned that Alliance is still involved in a number of engineering issues with various authorities. However, there is a good chance construction may begin this fall. The first step will be the “urbanization” of Mary Street, which includes tearing up the road to install new services, reconstruction of the road, and the addition of curbs, rain gutters and a sidewalk on the east side of Mary Street after underground services are added. A landscape plan has also been prepared for Phase 1 by the MNT Consulting Group, which requires the addition of a number of hardwood trees throughout Phase 1. The caliper of trees will be comparable to those planted on Mill Street in the recent past. CARA will be providing its comments on that draft plan in the coming weeks. On balance, we have had a good start and CARA looks forward to continuing a positive dialogue with Alex Troop and his team as the Hometown development proceeds.
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The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 21, 2011 •
Echo Classifieds celebration
dining
in memoriam
Violet Allan’s 95th Birthday Come and Go Tea at the New Lowell Legion on Saturday, October 22 from 1:30 to 4 pm. Best wishes only.
Goodbye to a friend! After 26 years, 8 months and 16 days, our Ann is moving away. At first an employee, then a friend and sister, who has no idea how much we will miss her. But we are so very happy for Ann. She is moving home to be with her clan. Ann will be with friends and family, she just won’t be with you and me. Best wishes my friend on your new journey. We will always be here for you. Thank you for the many years of friendship and service. Love Sandy, Bill, Spencer, Amorena and Fred. And all Mylars’ co-workers and customers. Mylar and Loretas Restaurant, Singhampton 705-445-1247. Mylars will be closed from October 24 to November 23. Thank you for another great year.
TROTT, Brian – Our dear brother & uncle. Love lives on forever, It will never fade away. For in our hearts, You are with us every day. Missing you. Ed, Darlene, Lacie & Madeline
garage sale Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23 from 9 am to 4 pm. Multi -family garage sale in Terra Nova.
help wanted Seeking experienced carpenter with transportation. Full-time. To apply, email edleimgardtinc@live.com or fax resume to 705-517-0123.
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Vendors & Volunteers Wanted: Calling all community groups, businesses, students, residents. Do you love Halloween? Sign up now to be part of Creemore’s Hallowfest, Sunday October 30, 2011. Volunteer your talents and time to create the best regional Halloween party around. First come, first up for Haunted House duty! Call 705-4669998 for more information.
A special thank you to all you folks for supporting, in any way, the Dunedin Fall Cancer Walk. We raised $2736. Way to go!! Also thank you to Louise Heath for starting this event 10 years ago. It has been a great success. Thanks again to all of you. The Dunedin Fall Cancer Walk Committee
pick up Hockey Anyone interested in playing lowlevel “Just for the fun of it” hockey, please contact David at Creemore Home Hardware at 705- 466-2547.
for rent New Rooms for rent. Furnished. $150 per week includes shared living room, heat, hydro, wireless internet, satellite TV, parking. Linens supplied. No smoking. Call 705-444-4852. Bright one bedroom apartment. $600/month includes heat, hydro is extra. 4111 be available in October. To inquire Will call 705-466-2356 after 6 pm.
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Notice of Creditors and Others
All claims against the estate of Blair Roy Veinot, late of the village of Creemore, Province of Ontario, who died on or about the 13th day of June, 2011, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 10th of November, 2011; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated this 3rd day of October, 2011. Darlene Trott 22 Nelson Street Creemore, ON L0M 1G0
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Robertson – In loving memory of Ronald David Robertson October 20, 2010 We look at your picture That seems so clear, The fact that you are gone Doesn’t seem real. The love that we feel in our hearts Still remains strong Even though we’re apart. Your picture displayed At every family event Helps to remind us Of past good times spent. Missing you forever, Love Donna, Carolyn and Jamie, Christine and Jim, Calvin, Holly, Jessie, Justin, Alex McLeod – In memory of Charlie McLeod. From October 24, 2007 to now hardly seems any time at all but there have been so many changes in the country and in the family. With the way the grandkids are growing we know that 4 years have passed. The thing that hasn’t changed is how much you are missed. Your remembered words are often quoted and are still relevant. We were “flagged” again before Thanksgiving. We can only thank our mysterious friend who saves “the boys” from that chore on an almost yearly basis. You probably know now who it is. Love forever Maureen and the family
communitY Clearview Community Theatre presents “Into the Woods – Junior” a fractured fairy tale with your favourite Brothers Grimm fairy tale characters. Funny & engaging musical. At Duntroon Hall. Friday, October 28, Friday, November 4 & Saturday, November 5 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, October 29 & Sunday, October 30 at 3 pm. Tickets available at Nifty’s in Stayner. $10 to $18 per person. Gently used outdoor wear (hats, boots, coats, mitts, scarves, etc.) needed to by donated to the “Out of the Cold” Program which supports the David Busby Centre in Barrie. Drop off donations to St. Luke’s Anglican Church or Creemore Echo. Call Lorna May at 705-466-2759 for more details
FOR SALE
Monday October 24, 2011 7:00 p.m. at Creemore Arena Hall Attendees will have their name entered into a draw for a free soccer registration for the 2012 year!
$15 plus hst for 25 words or less Submit by 5 pm Tuesday Email info@creemore.com
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death notices
Suzanne Housego August 8, 1961 - October 14, 2011
The loss we feel is as large as the life Suzanne lived. In her role as a life partner, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, Suzanne leaves a huge emptiness in our lives and hearts. She touched so many with her love, laughter, creativity and determination. Suzanne realized her dream of a country life in her Lavender Hills paradise, surrounded by the beauty of nature and her two constant companions, Kevin, and her dog, Gregory. Suzanne taught us much in her approach to living with cancer. Suzanne will be dearly missed by her partner Kevin Ralph, her sister Lorraine and brother-in-law Philip Dyment, her sister Janette and brother-in-law Keith Henderson, and her brother Jamie Housego. Wonderful aunt to Gabrielle and Jack Dyment, Sarah and Jeremy Henderson and Alexander Housego. Suzanne is predeceased by her parents Rosemary and Richard Housego. Grateful thanks to Dr. Kathleen Pritchard, nurse Sharon Lemon-Wong, and staff at the Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Hospital. Also thanks to Palliative Care Nurse Elaine from CCAC. Funeral will be held at Fawcett Funeral Homes, 182 Mill Street, Creemore on Friday, October 21, 2011 at 1 pm with visitation one hour prior. At Suzanne’s request in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Hospital. Friends may visit the online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com
In loving memory of
Alma Derby
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who passed away quietly in her 88th year on Monday, October 17, 2011 at Creedan Valley Nursing Home. Predeceased by her husband Abram. Remembered, never to be forgotten by George, Steve and families. Arrangements entrusted to Fawcett Funeral Home.
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• The Creemore Echo •
Friday, October 21, 2011
“Give the Quarry the Boot,” images of Foodstock footwear by MK Lynde
FREE SEMINAR Why can’t I remember? What is normal memory aging? Alzheimer, Dementia or Medication, let’s discuss it. Where: When:
The Leisure Time Club 100 Minnesota St Collingwood Thursday October 27 at 7pm
Reserve a Free Seat: Call the Foundation office at 705 444-8675 Online at www.cgmh.on.ca /events/education Email benedicta@cgmh.on.ca
Join our panel of experts: Local Family Physician, Dr. Brenda Prebble – Early Identification and Referral to Resources Barbara Dufton M.Ed. Mental Health Therapist Assessing Patients and Memory Enhancing Tips Laura-Lynn Bourassa Education Coordinator Alzheimer Society of Greater Simcoe County Support & Education Programs for persons diagnosed and their families
G&M Hospital Foundation 459 Hume St., Collingwood L9Y 1W9 Call 705 444-8675 for more information Bought to you by the G&M Hospital Foundation Education Advisory Committee
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Stop by to try on Second Yoga jeans and cords, Alternative Apparel throw overs and shrugs, Preloved sweaters or one of the many other one-of-a-kind items from Canadian designer collections. P.S. We are getting a new front door tted. Please use the side entrance for now. Thank you!
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