Friday, December 9, 2016 by The Creemore Echo

The Creemore

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Friday, December 9, 2016 Vol. 16 No. 50

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Inside the Echo

Puppy Playground

Sounds of the Season

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Dog park approved for EcoPark

News and views in and around Creemore

Christmas concert at St. John's

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Collecting food and toys

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Natalie Taylor waits for Santa Claus to arrive at Creemore Log Cabin after the parade Saturday. For more photos of the weekend's festivities, see page 6-7.

Fond farewell to Fred Mills by Trina Berlo It is with a heavy heart that we at The Creemore Echo say so long to Fred Mills. Mills has been an integral part of The Echo team for seven years, delivering the newspaper to post offices and vendors every Friday, taking photos at local events, selling ads, greeting customers at the office, answering phones and helping with the daily operation of the office. As “assistant” Mills has been an invaluable helper to everyone at The Echo and to the community at large. “I feel it’s time for a change,” said Mills, who also works part time at Devil’s Glen and recently took on a part time job at Creemore Springs Brewery. (See “Mills” on page 3)

The Creemore Echo is collecting gifts and food for the Salvation Army Hope Acres and the Clearview Stayner Food Bank. The Echo is collecting gifts for Hope Acres’ Christmas assistance program, which distributes to about 80 families in Creemore, Everett, Glencairn, Lisle, New Lowell, Mansfield, Rosemont, Angus, Borden, Alliston and all the rural areas in between. Toys are needed for the younger children and gift cards (for stores such as Walmart and theatre passes) are needed for older children. The Clearview Stayner Food Bank, operated by the Clearview Ministerial Association, provides for about 65 families. They are always in need of canned soup, peanut butter and cereal. TD Canada Trust Bank in Creemore is also collecting toys and food and Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is also holding a food drive. The Echo is also accepting monetary donations for both Hope Acres and the Clearview Stayner Food Bank. Anyone in need of assistance from the Salvation Army is asked to call 705466-3435 ext. 228 and leave a message with a call back number. Drop all donations off at The Creemore Echo office, located at 3 Caroline St. W.

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Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Fred Mills at his desk at the Creemore Echo.

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Chez Michel is selling Christmas cards on behalf of Strive Learning Centre for Children. All of the proceeds from the sale of the cards go directly toward programming for children with cerebral palsy, to maximize their strength, function and independence. The cards feature artwork created by the children at the learning centre. The cards cost $5 for five or $8 for a package of 10. For more information, visit striveforchildren.org.

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, December 9, 2016

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This Weekend Now to Monday, December 19

• Creemore Echo’s Food and Toy Drive. A donation of non-perishable food, money, gifts & gift cards are being received at The Creemore Echo office or at Creemore TD Canada Trust to help people in our community. All donations go to the Clearview Stayner Food Bank or Hope Acres Salvation Army. A small gift can make a big difference.

Friday, December 9

• Creemore Legion Ladies Auxiliary Friday Night Supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tourtiere pie, gravy, French fries, coleslaw, vegetable, soup, dessert, buns/ butter, coffee/tea. $13 for seniors, $15 for adults. Call 705-466-2432 or 705-466-2202 to reserve your spot.

Tuesday, December 13

• The regular meeting of the Creemore BIA Board at Station on the Green at 7 p.m. Open to everyone. Those wishing to speak may do so as part of the public participation period or by requesting a delegation by emailing president@ experiencecreemore.com. Agendas and minutes are available at www.clearview.ca.

Wednesday, December 14

• Manic Improv students perform at the Sovereign tonight at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Donations to Water First greatly appreciated. Free admission - no tickets or reservations required. Donations to Water First greatly appreciated.

Saturday, December 10

• Handmade in the Valley Craft Show at Dunedin Hall, 8994 County Rd 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from 20+ vendors. Contact jansen.jennifer.m@ gmail.com to register as a vendor or for more details. • #NOTMYMP signs for sale at Avening Hall from 9:30 to 11 a.m. $10 each. • Storytime with children’s author Vikki VanSickle from 1 to 3 p.m. at Curiosity House Book Store.

Saturday, December 10 & Saturday, Dec. 17

• The Stayner Heritage Society is hosting a “Victorian Christmas” at our Museum on Huron Street, Stayner from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please come and enjoy hot apple cider and Christmas treats and

Sunday, December 18

• We Need A Little Christmas Concert at St. John’s United Church, Mill Street at 3:30 p.m. The Dufferin Concert Singers and The New Tecumseth Singers present a Christmas Concert. Tickets available at Curiosity House Books. Adults $20, children under 16 free. Contact 705-4663017 or thedufferinconcertsingers.com for more information. • Feed my Sheep – Carols & Stories at 7 p.m. at Singhampton Community Centre. Annual fundraiser for Clearview Stayner & Grey Highlands Foodbanks. Refreshments to follow. Admission is a non-perishable food donation or a cash donation. For more information, call 705-445-4199.

Wednesday, December 21

• The Longest Night Service at Centennial United Church, Stayner at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this special service for those seeking comfort this holiday season. For more information contact 705-428-3711. 234 William Street, Stayner.

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Sunday, December 11

• Church Services on page 5. • Christmas Church Services are listed in the

Christmas Greetings section of this edition on page 14. • Creemore Baptist Church: Service at 11 a.m. followed by a Christmas Luncheon. All welcome. • St. John’s United Church, Creemore: Carols & Lessons Service at 11 a.m. All are welcome to come hear the story of the birth of Jesus. • Meet & Greet with mystery author Amy Stuart from 1 to 3 p.m. at Curiosity House Book Store.

Sunday, December 25

• Creemore’s Annual Community Christmas Dinner at Creemore Legion starting at 4:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Call to reserve your seat or delivery of dinner to Donna at 705-466-2523 or email CreemoreChristmasElf gmail.com.

Saturday, December 31

• New Year’s Eve Party at Stayner Legion starting at 8 p.m. with music by Southern Comfort country and western band. Light, lunch, door prizes and fun for everyone. Limited tickets available. $25 at the Stayner Legion at 705-428-3809 or call 705428-5525. • New Year’s Eve Dance at Creemore Arena Hall, 220 Collingwood Street, Creemore starting at 9 p.m. Hosted by Creemore Minor Hockey Association. Music by DJ Grippr. Hot/cold buffet, party favours. $25 per ticket – a limited number of 150 so buy yours now! Available at Creemore Echo or from Donna Harper at dharper@creemoreminorhockey.com.

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The Creemore Echo • Friday, December 9, 2016 •

Dog park approved for Stayner EcoPark

Nottawa diaper problem in the pail

by Trina Berlo A dog park and other features are being added to the EcoPark in Stayner. Clearview council approved a concept plan for the EcoPark at its Nov. 28 meeting. In addition to an off-leash dog park up to one acre in size, named Eco Bark, there will be a community garden, a parkette and trail development, with a potential link to the Emerald Creek subdivision, including a bird viewing platform. C l e a r v i e w To w n s h i p G I S / I T Technician Janet Chester presented the plans, developed with 2016 student planner Curtis Jacques. The EcoPark, located off Mowat Street, is a multi-year project that is being developed in the vicinity of the Stayner sewage treatment plant. The project has received funding and support from a number of partners, including Stayner Collegiate Institute. The space will provide hands-on learning experiences in science, green industries, art, and the environment. Interpretive signs, accessible trails, a bird blind, bird boxes and a pollinator garden will provide an opportunity to view over 200 different species of birds in the area. The entrance to the EcoPark is at 300 Mowat St. N. The trails and fencing have been planned in such a way as not to interfere with the operation and maintenance of the treatment plant.

Huronia West OPP were advised by Clearview Township staff that over the last several months they had found used diapers in the stands at the baseball diamond in the village of Nottawa and that they continued to find them even after the baseball season was over. After an extensive investigation, with the assistance of the OPP Emergency Response Team the Huronia West Crime Unit, the male responsible was located in the Town of Collingwood on Dec. 3. Charged with mischief is William C. Moreland, 24, of Collingwood. He is scheduled to appear in Collingwood court on Jan. 17.

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A drawing of the EcoPark in Stayner shows the dog park at the north end and community garden at the south end.

Mills endured many Friday snowstorms (Continued from page 1) Mills was hired at The Echo by former publishers Craig Simpson and Phil Stevenson shortly after moving to the village in 2009. “I want to thank Craig and Phil for hiring me and also to Sara (current publisher), Brad (former editor) and Georgi (office manager) and Mary and Tom Vandewater (the owners of the newspaper),” said Mills. Countless Fridays, said Mills, he toured the township in rain, sun and fog, delivering the newspaper. Mills has endured many snowstorms while on delivery but he always got the paper out. He recalls one snowstorm that was particularly bad and it was confirmed when he spotted a car perched atop a 10-foot snowbank in Duntroon. He enthusiastically covered the Creemore Santa Claus Parade for many years before taking the reigns himself,

joining the organizing committee. One year he was so focused on taking photos, he actually got hit by a float. This year, Mills walked in the parade, dressed as an elf, taking photos of spectators and floats from the road, after ushering them out of the works yard. “I have enjoyed my different roles and I got to relate to the community, I got to know the community,” he said. “Even though I am leaving the paper I am not leaving the community. “It’s been unforgettable to work with such a close knit second family over the years.” Mills will still be out in the community, often with his camera. He is already working on next year’s Santa Claus Parade and he can also be found at the Creemore Curling Club, where he sits on the board of directors. We are sure our readers would agree, Mills’ contributions to The Echo will

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Former Stayner artist Keli-Ann Pye-Beshara has donated more than 800 greeting cards to Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Georgian Triangle (BBBSGT) for a Christmas fundraiser. As a social artist and former big sister, Pye-Beshara has donated the beautiful cards of her paintings of the Georgian Triangle. Funds raised will go directly to mentoring programs for deserving kids in the area. Donations and card purchases are an investment allowing BBBSGT to create more matches between children with barriers and caring adult mentors. They also help reduce long waiting lists of children in need of a mentor. Donations and card revenue stay right here to help kids in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Clearview Township, Blue Mountains and Meaford. The cards are packaged in sets of 10, which sell for $25 at the BBBSGT office at 74 Hume Street in Collingwood. The assorted 5x7-inch greeting cards are blank inside with envelopes.

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, December 9, 2016

Opinion Editorial

Join the conversation on proportional representation Although there has been a lot of talk about Canadian values of late, there is another, less scandalous discussion taking place that has the federal Liberals asking about our values as they pertain to democracy, specifically the election ballot. It is the basis for a new survey about electoral reform. It is part of a dialogue on changing the way Members of Parliament are chosen, to be more representative of the overall vote. The survey questions are not about specific types of alternative voting methods. They are about collaboration in decision making and accountability. It sounds a bit airy fairy and perhaps it is but the underlying theme of the questions is, should there be more parties in parliament and should parliament better reflect the diversity of the nation? This is an attractive proposal for people who do not feel represented by Canada’s three established political parties – Liberal, Conservative or NDP. The Liberals were elected on a platform that included electoral reform. They committed to changing the voting method, replacing first past the post by the next election in 2019. As a result they struck a committee to study alternatives. That committee recommended holding a referendum on proportional representation. This was a hot topic before the 2007 referendum on whether or not Ontario should change over to the mixed member proportional vote. The result: 63 per cent voted against the change. It was a very interesting time because more people than usual were engaged in the ideology of our democratic system. Students were learning about the first past the post system but also about proportional representation as more than just theory, but something that could actually happen by the time they cast a ballot for the first time. Of course that didn’t happen but those students who were learning about alternative voting methods in their Grade 5 classes would now be old enough to vote. To them, proportional representation is not a completely foreign concept and perhaps an attractive alternative. It’s worth doing the survey, to let the feds know that we, as voters, are willing to engage in this very difficult discussion. It is complex and the Liberals may not be able to get this done by 2019 but if they get another kick at the can, it could have a long lasting and meaningful impact on the future of this country. Visit MyDemocracy.ca to complete the survey. Speaking of MPs, Simcoe-Grey rep and Conservative leadership candidate Kellie Leitch did not appear at the Creemore Santa Claus Parade on Saturday but she did appear in the Stayner parade. Her people said Leitch was attending an event at the home of MPP Jim Wilson that day and also attended something in Collingwood. Given everything that has happened, and that Leitch has a home outside of Creemore, it would have been big of her to join the parade and for the sake of her supporters and critics.

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The following is the report of this crash as printed in the Creemore Star, June 28, 1918: An airplane came down in Peter Coates’ clover field at Avening on Tuesday. Messrs. Coates and Agar went over to see it. Owing to the clover being so high, the aviator, in trying to rise again, came toward Mr. Coates, who in making way for him, tripped on the clover and fell, the wing of the machine striking Mr. Coates on the hip. Just how badly his hip is hurt is yet unknown. The machine struck the fence and was slightly damaged.” The identity of the pilot, the cause of the crash and where the plane was flying from is unknown. Mr. Coates’ granddaughter is Creemore resident Helen (Coates) Crawford. Mr. Agar’s granddaughter is Stayner resident Joan (Agar) Wilson. – from Ellen Whitley

Hoping democracy is a Canadian value Editor: The campaign for the Conservative leadership has created considerable interest in Canadian values. Probably a good thing because they are important and many tend to take them for granted. If there was a list of Canadian values I am not sure what would be on it. I would however hope that democracy would be on the list. Put simply, this is a system whereby people running for public office freely state their own views. On Election Day those who choose to vote do so for the candidate who they feel most closely represents their views. Traditionally those who feel strongly and have the energy and time may campaign on behalf of their favourite candidate. A new approach seems to be developing. That is one of campaigning against those who freely express controversial policies with which they might not agree. As mentioned, I don’t know what would be on a list of Canadian values, if such a list existed. Nevertheless, whenever I think about it I keep thinking of the Montreal couple who, unhappy with the views of their three teenage daughters, put

them in a car and pushed it into the Rideau Canal in Kingston. Jim Clarke, Mansfield.

A Roaring Boring Alice by Tim Armour I call my MP Alice As her head’s in Wonderland. She just doesn’t understand. She insists we call her doctor Yet her words do naught to heal I admit, at times, I’ve mocked her. And her xenophobic zeal. Saying she speaks for we, the common, She gives voice to hate and fear. Yet, if Hindu, she’d be Brahman. I’m not often moved to jeer. We need leaders with a vision Of a way we’ll all advance, Not a cultural collision, Their own power to enhance. She fancies she’s our northern light. I find her cold and callous. She is no beacon high and bright, Our Roaring Boring Alice!

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The Creemore Echo • Friday, December 9, 2016 •

Marking 10 years of sharing family favourites by Elaine Collier I had just started thinking about dreaming up my annual Christmas recipe, when I had to stop myself. As I was rummaging through past recipes and stories, something popped out of the computer screen and hit me right between the eyes. I have now been writing my beloved Creemore Dish for 10 years! My first column appeared in November, 2006 entitled “The Soup’s On,” giving readers one of my cold weather favourites Curried Corn Chowder as well as promoting St. Luke’s Toonie Lunch. The response was good so I kept on going. This was followed closely by my first Christmas article, “For Every Cookie There’s a Story.” Reading back through the Christmas cookie antics of my Auntie Willetta brought back many fond memories. As my uncle used to say, my aunt was never one for cooking. She was good at reheating and her favourite dish was making reservations. So many good memories can be found in my columns over the years, all of

which involved good food and even better company and community spirit. And before I sign off, I have to give a special thank you to Craig Simpson and Brad Holden for giving me the chance way back when to share my recipes (la bonne cuisine) and my stories (mes bons mots) with everyone in Creemore. I’m looking forward to 2017 and hope that many more culinary adventures await all of us. This year’s Christmas treat is one I found buried in my recipe journal with the word “Yummy!’ beside it. In amongst the Christmas cookies, bars and candies laid out when you entertain, there is always room for a good sweet loaf or bread. For me it is Eggnog Loaf, topped with a delicious sweet and sour glaze and just a kick of brandy to celebrate the festive season. It is also an easy loaf to make when you end up with a bunch of leftover eggnog staring back at you from the fridge shelf, and you aren’t quite sure what to do with it besides drink it. Get baking! In this special Christmas edition of The Echo, Stephen and myself,

Elaine’s Eggnog Loaf ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 2 large eggs, slightly beaten 2 ¼ cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 cup good eggnog 1 tablespoon brandy Glaze: ¼ cup powdered sugar 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 4 teaspoons brandy ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg Preheat oven to 350ᵒF. In a large mixing bowl beat softened butter and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs, vanilla, eggnog and Claire and Zerrin, our B&B golden ambassadors, would like to wish all of you faithful readers a very happy and

brandy; mix with a wooden spoon until well blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients in two batches, and mix until moistened. Pour into a well buttered loaf pan and bake in the oven for approximately 50 minutes or until done. While loaf is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, lemon juice, brandy and nutmeg in a small bowl. When the loaf is done and removed from the oven, let it sit for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack (remember to turn right side up again). Drizzle the glaze over the eggnog loaf, using a pastry brush to glaze the sides. Slice and eat immediately – it won’t last long! healthy holiday season. Don’t forget to eat well, live well… Merry Christmas and I’ll see you in the New Year!

Clearview really needs to stop the spending insanity Editor: After reading that Clearview council congratulated themselves on only a two per cent tax increase, in reality it’s 4.18 per cent! Three times the rate of inflation yet again! With the Wynnesanity at the provincial level making up to 600,000 households make a hard decision between paying their hydro bill or buying food, now the municipal level is piling on the same taxpayers. Councillor Elwood at one point asked

at a council meeting... how many Clearview households were behind or in default on their taxes? No reply... hmmm. So spending $50,000 on new signage is just a colossal waste of money. Doing quick math on sign costs we’ll end up getting only 10 large ones or up to 20 small ones? Considering they should be placed at all major entries to every town/village in Clearview, it’ll be more than that. For example, Springwater Township

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Clockwise from top: Carolers entertain the crowd at the annual tree lighting, hosted by CARA and the Tree Society of Creemore on Dec. 2 at Station on the Green; Local youth showed up donning their creative hats for the silly hat contest, organized by Cardboard Castles Children’s Emporium; Chase Dempsey won the contest, earning him the honour of lighting the Christmas tree.

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Clockwise from left: Max Milligan, 2, visits with the guest of honour at Breakfast with Santa at NCPS Dec. 3. Two-year-old John Playne concentrates on a Christmas tree craft, with mom Margie Riddell; Seth Boileau keeps up with the demand for pancakes while Jessica Tamlin stays on top of the dirty dishes; Sandra Gee makes a pancake mix delivery; school principal Alison Golding with her husband Ken; School staffers and volunteers man the buffet.

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Siskins nipping at Hornets' heels by Alex Hargrave “The Stayner Siskins took a big bite out of the Hornets sting today defeating them 3-2 in overtime!” Stayner Siskins outgoing public relations director Lori Clarke says that she has “been waiting a year” to use that opening line. The game was played Sunday. Clarke is making reference to the Alliston Hornets being the class of the region’s Junior C league for about a decade now. The game was important because a team can measure their skill level against Alliston, which is the league’s measuring stick since the Hornets have been the best for so long. Siskins general manager Richard Gauthier, who has been leading the green and gold either as a player, coach or general manager for eons, agrees: “To be the best you have to beat the best.” Stayner never beat Alliston in five games last season. The Hornets had won their three previous games played this year up until Sunday afternoon at the Clearview Township rink. Despite the losses, a greatly improved 2016-17 Siskins team has been nipping at the Hornets heels this year. Their first game was close, 4-2; the second game, Stayner’s home-opener, Oct. 6, Alliston was clearly better winning 5-1; and more recently, on

Nov. 4, Alliston won in an 8-7 shootout that went to overtime. Now before you start jumping up and down chanting ‘We Are The Champions’ this was just one game and neither team was 100 per cent healthy. JD Falconer and Austin Fischer (suspension), core offensive players for Stayner didn’t suit up. The two have combined for 71 scoring points. Defencemen Tristan Park and Kyle Paulitzki didn’t play either. Alliston also were missing key players from their attack, Ryan Young, 32 points in 12 games, Stephen Nosad, the team’s second leading scorer, and Johnny Gage. All the same, Gauthier says, “our guys were excited to beat them. They know how important it is to beat them… It’s a big deal. It’ll give them some confidence. This game was well matched and both teams have to work hard to gain any momentum. Period one saw no scoring, although Alliston did out-shoot Stayner 12-7. Stayner came out strong in the second, but Alliston hit the scoreboard first on a short-handed goal by Drake Board at 15:08. Michael Holmes answered back with a goal at 19:25 assisted by Lucas Jeffery and Nolan King. The Siskins out-shot the Hornets 10-8.

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Alliston took the lead in the third period on Board’s second goal, a power play marker at 12:11. Stayner never backed down and were relentless in their attempt to tie the game. At 15:24 Zack Trott evened the score with help form Ben Hughes and Jordan Taylor. This sent the game into a sevenminute three-on-three sudden death overtime period. The Siskins controlled the overtime from the start; Jeffery’s shot at 3:34 was nothing but red light, scoring the winner, Stayner’s first win over Alliston after eight straight losses over two years. Holmes and Hughes assisted. Siskins goaltender Hayden Ford was stellar between the pipes stopping 27 of the 29 shots. Stayner out-shot the Hornets 32-29. In other games recently, Stayner defeated Orillia 11-4 Dec. 1; and beat Caledon in back-to-back games, 7-1 and 4-1, Nov. 25 and 24. Stayner, 22-3-0 now sits one point behind Alliston in the standings with 44 points. Alliston’s record is 22-2-1. The Hornets other loss was against Schomberg, 4-3, on Remembrance Day and the tie was against Penetang, 4-4, Nov. 6. Next game is this Saturday in Orillia against the Terriers beginning at 7:30 p.m. Stayner returns home Thursday, Dec. 15 to play Caledon, 8:10 p.m. puck drop.

'TIS THE SEASON TO VISIT YOUR

Creemore Curling Club standings Win-Loss-Tie

Ladies

Gayle Millsap 4-1-0 Marilyn Steed 2-2-1 Judith Crawford 2-2-1 Donna Baylis 1-4-0 From The Hack: You can feel the excitement over the anticipation as we approach the final weeks towards the McArthur Family Trophy. Teams Crawford and Steed battled it out tied after seven ends with Steed stealing one for the win. Team Millsap edged by Team Baylis with a three point win. Everyone wins at the Ladies Curling as it is a great way to spend a Monday night. Set your PVR for your TV shows and come out and join us for the January session.

Daytime

Loranger 7-2-1 McDougall 5-4-0 Martens 5-3-1 Steed 3-7-0 McArthur 3-7-0 From The Hack: On Monday, Bill and Linda, of Team Martens fame, made some nice draw weight shots to beat Team Steed. Liz and Kate, on Team Loranger, managed double take-out shots to ensure a win over Team McArthur. Wednesday had Team Loranger narrowly beat out Team McDougall to climb to the top of the (See “Curling” on page 10)

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Seniors donate $200 to Santa Claus Parade

thank you

Seniors

335; and donated his It was nice to see Norma Johnston, Effie Taylor and winnings back to the club, Eileen Nash back with us John Van Voorst, 271; on Dec. 1. Bob McNicol, 258; Sheila Fenton, 255; with Ted After a discussion as Underhill low at 66. No to whether we donate to the Creemore Santa Claus one was in the lucky chair. Parade, it was moved by An elderly woman lay Evelyn Warden dying in a hospice bed June Hartley that we donate when a worker walked in. This young $200 to this cause and seconded by gentleman then began to sing How Mary Bouchard. Carried. There were 36 members out for cards Great Thou Art, a familiar and beautiful and 50/50 draws were won by Leona hymn. What he did not know was that the lady's daughter arrived just as Hartling, Lillian Hiltz, Marion Kelly, he started to sing and he did have a Ted Underhill, Bob McNicol, and wonderful voice. The daughter videoed Marcia Cameron. Five Moon Shots were played by the whole thing and when her mother passed she was very grateful to him. Isabelle Gubbels, Lillian Hiltz, Irma Remember: Life is not about being Flack, Norma Johnston with the popular, highly educated or perfect. It travel prize to Brenda Long. Winners at cards were Jim Rigney, is about being humble, and kind.

Curling (Continued from page 8) standings. On ice 1, Milton made a few lovely draw shots, including the last rock in the eighth, to secure the win for Team McArthur against Team Steed. Good curling everyone!

Men

Team Verstegen 5-1-0 Team Millsap 5-1-0 Team Crevier 4-1-1 Team Rowbotham 4-2-0 Team Fuller 3-3-0 Team Bell 1-4-1 Team Flack 1-5-0 Team Lambert 0-6-0 From The Hack: It was great curling on Tuesday with three out of four games

In performance

Wednesday

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the winning teams ended by only point. With only two games left in the first draw the battle is on to take the title!

Mixed

Crevier 5-0-0 Fuller 3-2-0 Kelly 3-2-0 Bell 3-2-0 Morby 3-2-0 McArthur 2-3-0 Rowbotham 1-4-0 Baylis 0-5-0 From the Hack: Team Crevier remains top dog and appears to be pulling away from the pack! Looks likely that they’ll represent the mixed league in the Interleague Challenge on Dec. 21. The race is on for second place.

Thank You to Everyone for Your Ongoing Support. We would like to express our sincere and heartfelt thank you to all of those who participated in the Sixth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament. We had another successful year, with eight teams participating. Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time preparing and organizing the tournament, score/time keeping, refereeing, bartending, and setting/ cleaning up the tournament. Your hard work, dedication, and support are greatly appreciated. A special thank you to those who generously donated silent auction items, monetary donations, and those who showed their support by coming out to watch some hockey games and socialize. The Michael Tupling Memorial Fund was established to encourage youth involvement and leadership in the community. All the proceeds from this tournament go towards recreation activities, community projects, and help provide financial support for youth in the North Dufferin community who may not otherwise have the financial resources to participate. Thank you again for your continuous support and generosity and hope to see everyone out again at next year’s tournament! Sincerely, The Michael Tupling Memorial Fund Committee

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A Day at Victoria’s Victorian Christmas Thyme Open House in our 1878 Victorian farmhouse. Choose from our collection of fine antique linen and lace, wool and chenille blankets, quilts and clothing from Victorian to rustic woolens. Handmade gifts include crochet and knitwear, bath salts and soap, gorgeous Christmas décor and our famous honey butters. Our specialty rooms include antique doll room, Scottish room and our Victorian attic reading room. Add elegance or rustic to your Christmas this year. Saturday, December 10 to Saturday, December 31. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Closed Christmas Day. Cash & cheques accepted. Directions: 2 kms east of Stayner on Hwy 26. Centre Line Road south 3 km to Conc. 9 Sunnidale, east 1 km to A Day at Victoria’s #5681.

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in memoriam Awender – In memory of Doreen Patricia Awender. May 29, 1935 to December 8, 2008. We miss you in so many ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. Lovingly remembered by Frank, Doug, Laurie, Carter, Cooper and Katja, Kenneth, Ann Marie and Madison.

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Come see the changes at Hillview Cellar Winery! We have Christmas giftware, Decoration and are now carrying Country Affair Candles.

in memoriam Ransier, George – In memory of our Dad, Grampa and Great Grampa who passed away December 13, 2010. Memory is a lovely lane Where hearts are ever true A lane we often travel down Because it leads to you Loving and missing you always Betty (Grant) and Bob and families.

death notice Mary Matilda Mountford (Patton)

November 6, 1921 – December 2, 2016

Passed away peacefully after a brief illness at 95 years of age. Predeceased by husbands Arthur Mountford, and Maurice Patton. Dear mother of Betty Stephenson (Bob), Sharron Bellamy (Bill), Linda Dunstan (Orley), Roger Patton (Patricia), Kathy Connor (John), Judy Patton (Bob), and Helen Caulfield. Dear grandmother of Brian, (Blair, Brent both deceased), Christina, Hayley, Jared, Michael, Diane, Philip, D’Arcy, and Brendan. Great grandchildren Kennedy, Kieran, and Elijah. Survived by brother Jim Ferguson (Marjorie). Predeceased by sister’s Irene, Hilda; brothers Archie, Alburn, and Joseph. Born on a farm near Glen Huron, Mary continued that lifestyle with her husband Maurice, raising a family near Glencairn. She had many outside active interests including quilting, curling, golfing, U.C.W. activities, gardening, and travelling. Mary enjoyed many winters in sunny Florida with family and friends leading a very active social life while there. Thank you to her doctors, nurses, and staff at Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Orillia during her short stay. Family and friends were received at Fawcett Funeral Home – Creemore Chapel on Tuesday, December 6, 2016. Funeral service was held at St. John’s United Church on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. Interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. In memory of Mary, donations can be made to St John’s United Church, Creemore Union cemetery or charity of your choice. Friends may visit Mary’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes. com.

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Anderson, James Paul

A believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and a faithful ambassador for Him, Paul Anderson met his Saviour face to face on December 2, 2016 after leaving his earthly body at his home in Duntroon at the age of 73, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Lynda (nee Osburn). Loving father of Mark and his wife Rebecca and Timothy and his wife Christiane. Cherished grandfather of Hayden, Owen, Keegan and Brooklyn. Paul was a man filled with love and faith for his family, his community and his church. He served faithfully for many years as a deacon at Northside Bible Chapel in Barrie, where he gave counsel to many and was loved by all. Only eternity will truly tell of the lives he touched through his very generous financial participation in the many Christian missions he supported all over the world. Friends were received at the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home – Stayner Chapel, 7313 Highway 26, Stayner on Thursday, December 8, 2016 and again from 11 a.m. on Friday, December 9, 2016 at the Stayner Brethren In Christ Church, 1152 Concession 6 North, Stayner ( N of Cty Rd 91) for the Funeral Service at noon. Reception to follow. Interment Creemore Union Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Gideons or the Guelph Bible Conference Centre would be appreciated by Paul’s family. For further details and to sign the Book of Memories, log on to www.carruthersdavidson.com.

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Twin choirs perform Christmas concert

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The New Tecumseth Singers and the Dufferin Concert Singers are teaming up once again to spread joy and songs of Christmas with the greater Creemore community. Many of the members have sung in Creemore during three past concerts, both Christmas and spring event to augment the Sound Investment Choir. John Wervers, the director of The New Tecumseth Singers and the Dufferin Concert Singers and former director of the Sound Investment Choir, received an invitation to bring some cheer to Creemore. Wervers is passionate about performing for and in small communities and has many fond memories of directing the last three concerts to a very enthusiastic and warm audience in Creemore. The New Tecumseth Singers and the Dufferin Concert Singers are known for their diverse programming from season to season as they present major works, short works, some accompanied by orchestra and others featuring local vocalists and instrumentalists. Last December, the twin choirs performed to two sold out venues featuring Handel’s Messiah with the Waterloo Chamber Players Orchestra

in both Orangeville and Alliston. In November, a number of the singers were off to New York for five days to perform Handel’s Messiah at Carnegie Hall. On Sunday, Dec. 18 they will perform We Need a Little Christmas at St. John’s United Church in Creemore, at 3:30 p.m. The choirs are presenting a program of short works including seasonal favourites and some opportunities to hear and sing ageless carols. Young guest artists will once again share their talents; Katie Thurman, a soprano from the Alliston area who is presently studying music at York University, will perform as well as Sean Derraugh on clarinet. Accompanists include Louise Gallagher and Tanya Fenton. Wervers and the choirs know the importance of encouraging young talent to share the joy of performance. Tickets for the Creemore show cost $20. Children under 16 are admitted free. Tickets are available at Curiosity House Books and by phoning Marilyn Steed at 705-466-3017 or Marilyn Chenier at 705-466-6864. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Door Youth Centre in Alliston and Orangeville.

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