The Creemore
Echo
Friday, April 27, 2018 Vol. 18 No. 17
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News and views in and around Creemore
inside the echo
In the Cards
Growth Industry
Sunnidale Hall plays toward accessibility
Flower farm celebrates 25 years
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Hockey dance returns to elimination draw
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
Creemore and New Lowell students have personalized their rubber ducks in preparation for the Stayner Kinsmen's Duck Race on May 5 and they are now on display at Creemore Home Hardware. See story on page 3.
Echo publisher gets award for community work by Trina Berlo Sara Hershoff is the 2017 recipient of the Insurance Bureau of Canada Community Award in memory of Mary Knowles. The owner and publisher of The Creemore Echo was recognized for her many contributions to the community, both professional and volunteer, at the Ontario Community Newspaper Association’s gala dinner and awards ceremony in Richmond Hill on April 20. The award, coordinated by the Ontario Community Newspapers Foundation with the support of the Insurance Bureau of Canada, recognizes dedicated newspaper employees who are constantly making a difference within their communities, in memory of Knowles, a dedicated newspaper employee and active community member who died of breast cancer in 1996. Past recipient Lois Tuffin, editorin-chief of Peterborough This Week,
The hockey dance is going back to its roots, reintroducing live music and the elimination style cash draw. It is the main fundraiser for Creemore Minor Hockey, which has been hosting the annual event for more than 25 years. The volunteer organization uses the funds to help pay for ice time. During the elimination draw every single entry is drawn throughout the night, which takes several hours, and the last three tickets are winners. The person who bought the last ticket drawn wins $5,000. The prize for second to last is $1,000 and $500 for third to last. The elimination draw method was used until about five years ago but association president Donna Harper said this year, they are hauling out the old pill bottles that hold the tickets in the wheel and the original plywood ticket board where all the tickets are displayed. The live music for the dance will be performed by Little Foot, a Clearview based cover band. The Elimination Cash Draw and Dance is Saturday, May 12 at the Creemore arena. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $40, which gets two people into the dance and the draw. Otherwise people can pay $10 for admission to the dance only. Tickets are available from any member of the association, at The Creemore Echo , 3 Caroline St. W., or by calling 705-466-5082.
Spring auction for Horning's Mills hall
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Lois Tuffin (from left), editor in chief of Peterborough This Week, Kawartha Lakes This Week and Brock Citizen, presents the Insurance Bureau of Canada Community Award in memory of Mary Knowles to Sara Hershoff, with members of her family, son Ben Riche and brother David Traplin.
Kawartha Lakes This Week and Brock Citizen, paid tribute to Hershoff highlighting almost two decades of dedication to the newspaper and many
community boards and committees, before being presented the award by members of Knowles’ family. (See “OCNA” on page 3)
Horning’s Mills Community Hall is hosting a fun Spring Auction & Supper May 5 featuring celebrity auctioneer Bob Severn, with a simple a la carte supper of traditional auction fare available for purchase, prepared by hall volunteers. Organizers Judy and Dave Lavers will be accepting items with a minimum value of $5 (no large furniture please) at Horning’s Mills Community Hall, 14 (See “Auction” on page 10)
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, April 27, 2018
COMMUNITY Calendar
Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908
This Weekend Friday, April 27
• Double Toonie Lunch at St. Lukeʼs Anglican Church, Caroline Street West, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade soup. Bring a friend and enjoy.
Saturday, April 28
• Annual Dunedin Fisherman’s Breakfast and Bake Sale at Dunedin Village Hall from 7 to 10:30
a.m. This event has marked the opening of fishing season for over 30 years, and attracts hundreds of people for its great home-cooked breakfast and spectacular baked goods. • Come & Go Tea to celebrate Marjorie Beattie’s 90th Birthday at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, 7320 Highway 26, Stayner, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Sunday, April 29
• Church Services on page 5. • RAY’S PLACE Annual General Meeting at 2:30 p.m. at Creemore Legion.
Upcoming Events Wednesday, May 2
• Mad & Noisy Quiltersʼ 17th Annual Quilt Dessert & Tea at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington St. W. (off Collingwood St.). Doors open 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. “Comforts of Home”: Bed Turning, Quilts, Group Projects. Guest speaker is Laurie Moynes of Northcott Fabrics. $8 admission. • Free Veggie Gardening 101 Class at St. Luke’s Anglican Church hall from 7 to 8 p.m. Presented by Creemore Horticultural Society. Learn all about planting a garden: location, soil, successful plants, where to get them and how to do it. Open to the public - all welcome. Registration required due to space. email CreemoreHort@gmail.com or call Judi at 1-519-925-5368. • NDACT AGM and Public Meeting at 7 p.m. at Horning’s Mills Community Centre. Speakers are: Victor Doyle, formerly of Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and chief architect of Ontario’s Greenbelt, “Is the choice really Greenbelt or development?”, and Melancthon Mayor Darren White, former Dufferin County Reeve, “My insights as to why municipalities tend to be pro-development.” All are welcome.
Thursday, May 3
• Zumba by Pedro at Byng Public School, 239 William Street, Stayner, at 7 p.m. Thursdays to June 14. $8 per lesson – first lesson half price. Contact Dance Studio Hias at 705-241-1395 or info@hias.ca for more info. • ROSE (Rural Ontario Sharing Education) community program on Lyme Disease at 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s United Church hall. Come out to learn more about this tick-borne disease, its prevention and treatment. Speaker is Dr. Jodi Bowle-Evans. Sponsored by Avening Women’s Institute. Do you like to camp, walk in the woods or play in your yard? This is an evening you won’t want to miss.
Friday, May 4
• Stayner Heritage Society presents “The Becketts” (an evening of old time fiddling, step dancing & country music at 7:30 p.m. at Clearview Community Church, 1070 Country Road 42, Stayner. Adults $20 in advance; $25 at the door; children (under 12) $10. For tickets call 705-4282540 or visit Barb’s Clothes Closet.
Saturday, May 5
• Annual Scrap Metal Day and Bottle Drive. Hosted by The Creemore Skating Club. Please place your scrap metal, appliances, BBQs, pots and pans, or other metal items, as well as liquor and beer bottles by the curb 8 a.m. (on Saturday, May 6th) in the town of Creemore. Electronics not accepted. Special pickups will be made in New Lowell, Glencairn, Dunedin, Lisle, Mulmur, Clearview and areas outside of Creemore if you call Julie Bigham 705-466-2977 or jbigham30@ hotmail.com to arrange a special pickup. • Stayner Lions Pancake Breakfast with Sausage from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, Stayner. Adults $7, Children 6 and over $5, 5 and under free. Silent Auction in support of Diabetes Canada. (Silent Auction will move to the duck race at Kinsmen Park and close at 1:30 p.m.) • 7th Annual Stayner Kinsmen Duck Race Day at Kinsmen Park, Brock Street, Stayner. Duck Day activities downtown Stayner from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Duck Day at the park starts at 11 a.m. Silent Auction in support of Diabetes Canada from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
BBQ from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Duck races begin at 1 p.m. Live music & more in the park. Purchase duck tickets at The Creemore Echo, Midwest Metals & Dairy Queen in Stayner and several other businesses in Stayner. • Come & Go Tea for Gerry Blackburn’s 90th Birthday. Drop in from 2 to 4 p.m. to Station on the Green, 10 Caroline Street East, Creemore. Best wishes only. • Spring Auction & Supper featuring celebrity auctioneer Bob Severn, with traditional auction fare available for purchase, courtesy of the volunteer Hall Board. Drop off household donation items (items of minimum $5 value, no large furniture please) to Horning’s Mills Community Hall, 14 Mill Street, Melancthon all day Friday to 3 p.m. Saturday. Auction Preview at 4 p.m. Supper served between 4 and 7 p.m. Bidding begins at 7 p.m. 50/50 draw. Cash or cheque for bids won. All proceeds will go to the volunteer run and operated Horning’s Mills Community Hall.
Friday, May 11
• Flowers by MS Design Kids Mother’s Day Workshop, After School. Call 705-466-1131 for info. • Community Mother’s Day Pasta Supper at St. John's United Church from 5 to 7 p.m. Family of 5 (2 adults & 2 or more children) $10, adults $4, children (6 – 13) $2, children under 5 free. There will be a craft station for children to make a craft for their mom, grandma, aunt, etc. at no extra cost. • Trivia Night at the GNE Fairgrounds. Call 705444-1334 for info.
Saturday, May 12
• Plant & Bake Sale at Primrose United Church from 8 to 11 a.m. Baking, bee friendly hanging baskets, planters, 4” plants and perennials available. Preorders to be in by May 6. Order forms and info on facebook or call 519-925-2397 or email gailbrown.pharm@yahoo.ca. • Spring Sale and Mother’s Day Tea at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds to support The Door Youth Programs. For more information please call 705428-3733 or 705-428-2323. • Danceroom Recital at The Orillia Opera House. 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. performances. Tickets on sale now at The DanceRoom. • 33rd Ramp Romp at Singhampton Community Centre from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dine on luscious leeks, pork and veggies & pie. Adults $15, students $13, under 12 $7, under 6 free. Silent auction. Proceeds to the community centre. • POSTPONED - Entre Amis - Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society regrets that its Annual Spring Fundraising Dinner at Station on the Green is postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. PHAHS will be rescheduling this event. All ticket holders will be refunded in full and informed when a new date is set. For more information contact sara@creemore.com or 705-466-9906. • Creemore Minor Hockey Association Elimination Cash Draw & Dance at Creemore Arena. Live music by the classic rock band, Little Foot. 3 cash prizes to be won, ranging from $500 to $5,000. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets available at Creemore Echo or contact any Creemore Hockey member or call 705-466-5082.
Tuesday, May 15
• Annual Fish Dinner at Centennial United Church, corner of William & Oak Street, Stayner, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Rainbow trout from Georgian Bay with all the trimmings & homemade pies! Adults $16, children 6-12 $8, 5 & under free. Takeouts & gluten-free available. Entertainment while you wait. A fundraiser for the church’s work.
Wednesday, May 16 to Sat. May 19
• Collected Stories for a Better World is Quarter Century Theatre’s first multi-arts collaborative creation. Exploring the human impact on our world and what the future may hold. Supported by Stone Tree Naturopathic Clinic. At the Collingwood Amphitheatre, Maple Street North, Collingwood. May 16 to 18 at 7 p.m. May 19 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Advance tickets $20 online at www.qctheatre.ca. $40 at the door.
Saturday, May 19
• Creemore Tennis Club Spring Social at Station on the Green from 4 to 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to come meet other members and to meet the Tennis Coach for 2018. Call 705-790-2518 or email gwayton@rogers.com for more info.
Friday, May 25 to Sunday, May 27
• Theatre Orangeville Youth Singers (T.O.Y.S.) Ages 8-16 playing at the Theatre Orangeville Opera House, 87 Broadway Ave., Orangeville. Call the Box Office at 519-942-3423 for tickets. (May 25 & May 26 at 7 p.m. May 26 at 2 p.m.)
Saturday, May 26
• Creemore Vintage Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Creemore. For people with a passion for vintage, antique and nostalgic goods. Vintage vendor market, roving vintage fashion show, upcycled furniture, entertainment, food and shopping. 705-520-0142 for more info. • Creemore Horticultural Society Plant Sale at Station on the Green from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Find the BEST values on quality plants suitable to growing in local conditions. Volunteers available to help you select your plants and provide information about growing them. Free admission. • Creemore Springs Turas Mór. Join us in Creemore for a truly unique bike tour inspired by the vintage rides of Europe. Turas Mór meaning Great Journey in Gaelic - is a cycling journey on gravel and nongravel roads through the rolling hills of Creemore. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. creemorespringsturasmor.com or email thefolks@creemoresprings.com for info. • Roast Beef Dinner at Old School House, 4 St Clair Street, Duntroon from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Holy Trinity Clearview is hosting a Roast Beef Dinner in Duntroon. Advance tickets required, $16. Call Jo-Anne 705-445-3949; Millie 705445-2225 or Georgina 705-445-4496. www. holytrinityclearview.com.
Saturday, June 23
• Teddy Bears Picnic 2nd Annual Golf Tournament. $400 for a foursome. Contact teddybearspicnic@ rogers.com.
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Duck, duck, go! Stayner Kinsmen ready for Duck Day
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OCNA recognizes volunteer contributions (Continued from page 1) Hershoff began working at The Creemore Echo in 2001 and worked her way up the ranks to become publisher in 2011. She recently took ownership of the newspaper, committing to preserving its hyper local focus in order to best serve its readers. She is also the longest serving volunteer board member of the Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society, having joined in 2000. She has worked with the Tea and History event committee and helped initiate the Festival of the Arts. Hershoff is also volunteer treasurer of the BIA, and a member of the boards for Station on the Green and Avening Hall, which she has developed
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Opinion Editorial
The last straw
Plastic once seemed like the answer to everything – dream packaging to manufacturers and housewives alike. Durable, portable, fashionable and inexpensive. Tupperware parties were all the rage. Years ago it became common knowledge that certain plastics were being absorbed into our bodies. Certain additives were banned in baby bottles. Now, more than ever there is concern over plastic contamination, both of the body and of the planet. There are millions of pieces of plastic accumulating in the oceans, the largest of which is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, there is plastic buried in our landfills that may never break down and there are plastics clogging up our recycling systems, making them less effective. Campaigns to raise awareness about the health risks to people and the planet are doing a lot to dissuade people from buying bottled water, to steer clear of excess packaging and now straws. The straw has become a symbol of unnecessary and excess plastic production and it seems unlikely that this particular portion of the industry was prepared for the backlash that has been unleashed. The plastic cutlery companies and makers of the red Solo cup were likely primed for some kind of fallout when all sighed relief as the drinking straw took the brunt of the vengeance. Do people seriously feel righteous walking into a fast food restaurant, ordering a tray of food wrapped in plastic coated paper with a side of plastic cutlery and some plastic ketchup packets, but refusing the straw that is stuck into a plastic lid? This is when these social media fueled campaigns lose credibility. It only works if people use the straw as a stepping stone to examining the full scope of their use of plastic. This is a global problem and one that is bad in the countries that use and manufacture plastics and even worse in developing countries where waste management is less sophisticated. According to the organization Plastic Oceans, more than 8 million tons of plastic is dumped into our oceans every year. Many are trying to find a way to stop the spread of plastics and some people are working on ways to clean up the oceans (a soon to be deployed device invented by a Dutch student will collect half of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, about 36,000 tonnes of plastic, in about five years). Microplastics in the oceans harm the health of sea creatures and record levels of microplastics are being detected in Arctic sea ice. A product thought to make shipping cheaper and food storage easier is, decades later, poisoning the planet and its inhabitants. As is always the case, the industry at large has known about the problem but is slow to change. It’s not a popular statement, but it is up to government to put limits on manufacturing. As always, as consumers we do have influence in what makes it to the shelf. Yes, we can say no to straws next time placing an order at a bar or restaurant but further action and intention is needed.
The way we were
Elizabeth Norris submitted this 1988 aerial view of Cashtown Corners, when the restaurant was owned and operated by her and her husband David.
Meandering the back roads an adventure in domestic relations Once the fine weather gets here I seem should do the left/right tour on the way to get itchy feet to travel somewhere. home. Now if you don’t know what that is Due to the amount of animals that then let me explain. You are driving down require my daily care, I don’t seem to get the back roads and you come to a stop, any great distance travelled but more of a this first stop you turn right, even if this is day trip here and there. not the direction you want to go, then the I love to expand my horizons and visit next stop you turn left. You continue to do Cat places, sometimes it is a repeat visit, the left/right dance till three days later you FLACK sometimes it’s somewhere new, although finally arrive at your destination. not always exciting. Now for anyone who has travelled for many hours The CEO and I differ considerably on our views in a vehicle you know that the call of your bladder of exciting places. I find stopping at garage sales can be deafening. exciting, he finds driving slowly through equipment When you are with the CEO he will pull over the dealers exciting (major yawn-fest for me). minute a man says, hey, anytime you want to pull over Not only is the destination an adventure but also that would be great. However, if you are a female the getting there. I am one who puts the pedal to the passenger and you mention that a potty break would metal and find the most direct route, even if it means be great, you will fly past at least 15 gas stations going on the 400 series; the CEO however would hearing the words… looks like they are closed or… rather drive 40 miles out of the way to avoid the 400 I will stop at the next one, really. series, this is when the terse conversation starts. Trips that require looking at a map can often result Many a moon ago a bunch of us pals got a van and in the words, “can’t get there from here”, which headed down to Lulu’s in Kitchener to see George loosely translated means; I don’t want to get there Jones. On the way there lots of chitter chatter and from here. excitement, on the way back less chatter and less So wherever your road trips lead you, have fun, excitement. empty your bladder before leaving and do what I do, The CEO, egged on by his buddy, decided that we the driving.
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Sunnidale Corners Hall spring euchre tournament raises $500 Sunnidale Corners Hall held its second annual Spring Euchre Kick-Off Tournament this past Saturday night. Proceeds from the event will go towards the hall’s Wheelchair Accessibility Fund. Hall Board chairman Bill Keith was pleased with the tournament’s success. “Despite the flu bug causing some last minute cancellations we had a great night with 48 players having a fun time and helping us raise $500 for a very important project at our Hall,” said Keith. “We have a long way to go but with the continued support of this great community we will reach our goal of making this historic hall accessible for everyone”.
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Sunnidale Corners Hall Board Chairman Bill Keith (from right) presents prizes to euchre tournament winner Charles McCormick, second place finisher Terry Rose, third place finisher Cookie Stevenson and door prize winner Al Sacerty.
Creemore Hort Society offers Veggie Gardening 101 class by Judi Parker Although it may still look like winter outside your door, spring — and summer — are coming. If one of your goals for this summer is to grow and harvest tasty, healthy vegetables from your own home garden, now is the time to make plans to accomplish that. A successful garden doesn’t just happen, it takes good information and planning in addition to planting, weeding, watering, and harvesting. The idea of starting a garden can be quite daunting for anyone who has never done it. What is the ideal location for your garden? How do you turn lawn
into productive garden space? What kinds of plants are likely to succeed in our area? Should you plant seeds or nursery-grown plants and when do you plant them? To help you get started, the Creemore Horticultural Society (CHS) is offering a free “Veggie Gardening 101” class to the public on Wednesday, May 2, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall, 22 Caroline Street West in Creemore. This class will help answer those questions and more. Whether you are a novice gardener who has never stuck a trowel in the ground or a more experienced gardener who is looking
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to improve your vegetable gardening production, this class is for you. You do not need to be a member of CHS to participate. All ages are welcome to attend although those age 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (Only one child per adult,
please.) Although the class is entirely free, advance registration is required. You can register by e-mail to CreemoreHort@ gmail.com or call Judi at 1-519-9255368 to provide the number and names of participants.
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY
MARJORIE BEATTIE Please join us in the celebration by attending a
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New Lowell Church at 9:45 a.m. and St. John’s Creemore at 11 a.m. Sunday School now available during St. John’s service.
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Keynote speaker, Jessica Holmes Former cast member of Royal Canadian Air Farce and writer of her own sketch comedy series, The Homes Show, Jessica shares hilarious personal anecdotes in a funny and inspiring presentation. She discusses the latest discoveries in the field of positive psychology after her personal experience of a near crippling depression threatened her happiness AND her career.
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Cut & Dried Flower Farm marks 25 years of growth
Katie Dawson and Chris Martin have done a lot of growing over the years. They have grown a family and two businesses, working together to make sure it all thrives. The nursery, Cut and Dried Flower Farm in Glencairn, is celebrating 25 years while the landscape business, Complete Outdoor Services, is turning 30. (See “We” on page 7)
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“We are so happy to help people become more self sustainable with their food.” (Continued from page 1) Dawson and Martin met 28 years ago while backpacking in Australia. They both had a background and education in horticulture, and Dawson says it was a natural decision to leave her native Scotland and start a new life with Chris in Glencairn. In 1993, she was a new horticulture graduate, and started growing hanging baskets, which she sold out of the back of their truck at the 400 Market on Mother’s Day. They now operate 10,000 square feet of greenhouses and a thriving familyrun business that employs four people (Kieron Rupke, Kelly French, Cathy Cook and Val White) and has at one time or another involved their three children, Rosalyn, Daniel and Ben.
Cut and Dried Flower Farms grows a full range of annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, planters and shrubs. “Customers are definitely growing more veggies than ever before. This interest is in line with the national trend and is so exciting for us. Each year, we expand our range of veggies and fruit plants and they keep selling! We are so happy to help people become more self sustainable with their food,” said Dawson. With the advent of the internet, she says people have access to a wealth of information about plants, which has been one of the biggest changes they’ve seen. “The world has opened up for plant information. In the old days, I used to photocopy articles from gardening
books and have them at the checkout for reference if customers needed growing information,” said Dawson. She says they have always strived to be environmentally conscious on their farm and have been at the forefront of earth-friendly trends such as using biodegradable pots and biological and cultural methods to help control pests and diseases. The farm offers a custom container planting service where customers bring in their containers to be professionally planted and grown at the farm. One of Katie’s passions is specialty annuals and she spends a lot of time researching and travelling to growers trials to check out new varieties to grow for the following year. “We grow everything we sell, except
for shrubs, which we bring in from a local grower.” said Dawson. “That way we have complete control over varieties, numbers and colours. Our staff enjoy this as they are able to nurture the plants right from start to finish and can therefore give our customers excellent growing advice. We take so much more care with our plants than the box stores who get them shipped in on racks once a week.” Cut and Dried Flower Farm invites the community to its 25th birthday celebration, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at 8530 Concession 3, Glencairn. Meet the family, staff and animals, partake in some birthday cake and refreshments, and vote in the staff hanging basket design challenge for a chance to win one of the creations and other door prizes.
Log Cabin adopts North America's smallest jail Creemore’s little lock-up, touted as North America’s smallest jail, is now officially the responsibility of the Creemore Log Cabin service board. Clearview council approved a terms of reference April 23, for the newly created Creemore Log Cabin and Jail Municipal Service Board, of which Chris Raible is chair. The board will manage the day-today operations of the jail, including public access, finances and general maintenance. Raible outlined to councillors three upcoming events planned for the log cabin: A Victoria Day tea will be held
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on May 19 and the Queen herself is on the guest list; To coincide with the Creemore Vintage Festival on May 26, an exhibit of the tools belonging to the Scarrow family (the original residents of the cabin) will be on display; and on Father’s Day, June 17, Creemore historian Helen Blackburn is preparing a show of historical photos of the village’s founding fathers. The jail will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. beginning in May and history hosts are on hand to welcome visitors to the log cabin Saturdays between May 19 and Thanksgiving, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Gas Head Willy, a fast-paced (and fictional) detective novel about Grey County’s prohibition-era boozers, bootleggers and brawlers is brought to life at Meaford Hall as a live radio-style broadcast, complete with onstage foley artists creating non-stop sound effects. Presented by the Roxy Theatre and Meaford Hall
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Cybergnomes make provincials, worlds
CCI jazz band performs with Coldjack
by Trina Berlo Clearview’s robotics team, the Cybergnomes, are off to the FIRST Robotics world championships in Detroit this week. Using a complicated point system, the
Local Barrie R&B/Pop/ Jazz Band COLDJACK will perform at The Historic Gayety Theatre featuring 20 student musicians of the Collingwood Collegiate Institute Jazz Band under the direction of Nick Clayton. The performance is at 7 p.m. at the Historic Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario Street, Collingwood on Saturday, May 12. Tickets cost $40. Order online through www.coldjack.com.
HOMESELLERS Find out what homes down the street sold for! Free computerized list w/pics of area home sales and current listings. www.HomeSalesOnTheStreet.ca
Free recorded message 1-(800)-611-8516 ID# 3041 Max Hahne, Broker Of Record, Engel & Völkers Collingwood Brokerage
Cybergnomes advanced to the district championships, counting themselves among the top 60 teams. From there the top 30 teams advanced to the world championships. Cybergnomes were ranked 22nd. Emulating a video game, the robots compete in a game called Power Up. They attempt to move blocks around the arena, earning points and trying to stop their opponents from advancing. In the first 15 seconds, the robot is pre-programmed to get into onto the playing field. “Our programmer this year (Galen Meesters) is in Grade 9 and he did one of the best jobs we’ve ever had before. It was fantastic to see,” said team captain Tim Speyer, who is the lead driver.
“The goal is to keep everything tipping in your favour,” said Speyer. The Cybergnomes have won two quality awards – in recognition of the technical work and their decorum. With a new points and ranking system introduced this year, the team made it to provincials for the first time where they did very well (for those who follow competitive robotics, they captained the seventh alliance and lost out only to the winning team, placing second on their field.)
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Notice of Nominations 2018 MUNICIPAL ELECTION NOTICE OF NOMINATION ELECTION DAY – MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2018 Anyone proposing to be a candidate in the municipal and school board election to be held on Monday, October 22, 2018 for the Township of Clearview may file a nomination form for the offices of: Mayor Deputy Mayor Councillor – Ward 1 Councillor – Ward 2 Councillor – Ward 3 Councillor – Ward 4 Councillor – Ward 5 Councillor – Ward 6 Councillor – Ward 7 Trustee, English Language Public (To be filed with the Township of Essa) Trustee, English Language Separate (To be filed with the Township of Springwater) Trustee, French Language Separate (To be filed with the City of Barrie) Trustee, French Language Public (To be filed with the City of Barrie) Forms may be filed at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street Stayner, Ontario during regular office hours, Monday to Friday commencing Tuesday, May 1, 2018 until the closing of nominations at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 27th, 2018 (Nomination Day) for all council positions. School Board Trustee filing locations are identified above. The term of office will be from December 1, 2018 to November 14, 2022. Nomination papers are available at the Township of Clearview Clerk’s Office or from our website www. clearview.ca. Candidates must provide a completed nomination form, 25 endorsement signatures (council positions only), proof of qualifying address within the Township of Clearview and pay the appropriate nomination filing fee (cash, debit (interac), certified cheque or money order made payable to the “Township of Clearview.”) Nomination fees are as follows: Head of Council - $200 All other offices - $100 No person who proposes to be a candidate may solicit or accept contributions for election purposes or incur campaign expenses until he or she has filed a nomination paper and opened a campaign bank account. For additional information regarding the municipal election, please call 705 428 6230 ext. 224 or visit www.clearview.ca Pamela Fettes Director, Legislative Services/Clerk
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What do you call a fish that won’t shut up? A big-mouthed bass! Happy fishing and enjoy the fisherman’s breakfast in Dunedin on Saturday. April 27, 2018
Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on page 11
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Auction proceeds to fund hall renos (Continued from page 1) Mill Street, Melancthon, on Friday, May 4 and on Saturday, May 5 until 3 p.m. On auction day, the preview begins at 4 p.m. and bidding begins at 7 p.m. Supper is served between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (cash or cheque for bids won). There will be a 50/50 draw afterward. All proceeds will go to the operation of the community-run hall, specifically to help pay for a much needed update of the main floor kitchen. Previous fundraisers have been hugely successful, and have allowed volunteers to complete other renovation projects.
Big Heart Seniors
North Dufferin Agricultural Community Taskforce, Inc.
NDACT
auctions Kidd Family Auctions is getting ready for 2018!
Annual General and Public Meeting Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018, 7 p.m. at Horning’s Mills Community Centre Speakers are: VICTOR DOYLE, formerly of
www.kiddfamilyauctions.com Auction Schedule:
• April 28th - Outdoor Equipment Sale - KFA Auction Yard, Cty Rd 21, Melancthon. 10 a.m. • May 12th - Sportsman Auction for Firearms Creemore Legion. 9 a.m. • May 26th - Toys and Fun Stuff - Creemore Arena. 10 a.m. Consign now!! • June 2nd - Sale - KFA Auction Yard, Cty Rd 21, Melancthon. 10 a.m.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and chief architect of Ontario’s Greenbelt “Is the choice really Greenbelt or development?”; MAYOR DARREN WHITE, Melancthon Mayor, former Dufferin County Reeve “My insights as to why municipalities tend to be pro-development”. All are welcome.
April 19 We had 17 for a delicious potluck lunch. There is a bus going to Rama on May 1. Anyone interested, please call Irma at 705-4665205. Sorry to hear Phyllis Seed is retiring from candy duty due to health reasons. Pleased to say Barb Pilon is taking over the candy. Edith is also helping. 50/50: Marcia Cameron x2, Alinda Bishop, Brenda Long, Art Bishop, Carol Tymchuk. Moon shots: Pat Broad, Leona Hardling, Karl Seifert, Brenda Long, Marion Kelly, Ray Broad. Ray got the travel prize. We would like to welcome back Ray and Pat home from the south. Winners: Marg Ferguson, 341; Irma Flack, 299; Ruth Lougheed, 274; Alinda Bishop, 269. Low: James Ferguson, 103. Lucky chair: Carol Tymchuk. We had eight tables, plus one.
CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL TO CONSIGN AND BE PART OF THE EXCITEMENT!! dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315
Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091
Sat. May 5 10 a.m. Auction Sale: 1997 GMC 1500; 53’ Myco flat deck trailer; horse cutters; 61 bales of hay. Stihl items, farm related & antiques. For Stan & Kimberly Shead. #5854 Conc 2 Tosoronio Twp. SW of Everett. www.theauctionadvertiser.com/RSevern severnauctions.wixsite.com/severn
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Local Building Supply Firm in the heart of the Blue Mountains requires a person for: Inside and Contractor Sales Experience helpful, serving customers and getting along with other a must and be fit. Assistant Yard Person Helping customers load, keep yard tidy, sales and some delivery. Must be fit. Farm Help and Truck Drivers Part and full time.
Please call fax, email or drop in a resume to Fred Hamilton Ham Bros. 2047 Glen Huron Road, Glen Huron Phone 705-466-2244, fax 705-466-2122 hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com • www.hamiltonbros.ca Serious Applicants only please.
Glencairn 705-424-6697 For Reliable Service
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Free Report Reveals How to Set Your Asking Price When Selling Your Home. www.SellitHigher.ca Free recorded message 1-(800)-611-8516 ID# 3016 Max Hahne, Broker Of Record, Engel & Völkers Collingwood Brokerage
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Come & Go Tea to celebrate Marjorie Beattie’s 90th Birthday on Saturday, April 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, 7320 Highway 26, Stayner.
Fish 'n Chips Fridays at Affairs Bakery. Dine in or Take-out from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beer-battered Halibut, freshly cut fries and homemade coleslaw. $16.95. 705-466-5621.
Come & Go Tea for Gerry Blackburn’s 90th Birthday on Saturday, May 5. Drop in from 2 to 4 p.m. to Station on the Green, 10 Caroline Street East, Creemore. Best wishes only.
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Quality LeClerc folding 45” Floor Loom, including bench, warping frame, yarn and more. Creemore home, offers call Cinders at 416-550-2884.
rentals 3 bedroom Chalet for rent on 15 acres just outside Creemore from May 24 to Thanksgiving, $7K. Contact Mark at 416-428-0002. One bedroom apartment for rent on Main Street Creemore. No smoking. No pets. Call & leave a message at 705-441-2343.
help wanted Restaurant in Creemore seeking server, dishwasher and cook. Call 705-466-9999 or 705717-4080 and ask for Chris.
Horses Peace Valley Ranch is looking for 5 more horses and their owners to call the ranch home! Join our small group of horse owners on this crazy journey of horse ownership. 200+ acres of riding trails, an indoor arena, working cattleranch environment, with horsemanship trainers on site. Horses are kept as a large group unless specified, you haven’t seen horses happier and calmer than at Peace Valley! Located just outside of Honeywood. 519-9256628, www.rawhide-adventures.on.ca, and/or check us out on Facebook@ RawhideAdventures.
Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at 705-466-2356. Swept Away Chimney Services for all your chimney needs. Book your spring sweep now! Protect our feathered friends by installing an anti-nesting device on your chimney. Call or email for prices, details & appointments. Roger at 705-435-8503 or sweptawaychimneyservices@gmail.com. Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781. Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Spring is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-351-0768. References on request. Creeline Enterprises offers skid steer repairs and services, oil and filter changes. Call or text Clare 519-501-7604.
good food box The Creemore Branch of Clearview Library is now an order and pick up location for the Good Food Box. The Georgian Good Food Box is a nonprofit buying club that purchases fresh fruits and vegetables for distribution in Southern Georgian Bay monthly. The Boxes which sell for $15 are 4 of1 $25 value7in the stores. 5 roughly Contents 8 vary from month 6 to month. Orders by Wednesday, 1 May9 2 at one 8 of Clearview’s libraries, or online for 7 small fee. 3 Pick up at an5additional Creemore library afternoon on9 May 3 2 1 16. Call 705-428-5537 or visit www. 9 info. 3 7 ggfb.ca for more
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Quanbury, Jessie Eliza Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 in Brampton at the age of 41. Jessie of Brampton, formerly of Stayner, beloved wife of Asif Khan. Wonderful mother of AJ and Lachlan. Loving daughter of Liz and Doug Quanbury. Dear sister of Mike (Caroline), Bryan (Sandra), Kevin (Joanne) and Mindy. Special aunt of many nieces and nephews. Jessie will also be missed by her inlaws Shakida and Ashamel Khan, Asif’s daughter Tooba, brother-in-law Kelvin, her colleagues and residents of Peel Manor where she was a long time personal support worker. A private family service will be held with interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. If desired, a donation to the William Osler Health System Foundation would be appreciated by her family. Arrangements under the care of the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home. To sign Jessie’s Book of Memories, please visit www. carruthersdavidson.com.
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March 18, 1967 to April 22, 2005 When the warm breezes of April caress us, we know that part of it is you.
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death notices Lougheed, Charles Robert Henry - On Saturday, April 7, 2018 we said goodbye to a good man and proud retired Ironworker Local 721. Charlie passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love, laughter and his country music. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Wanda, whom he adored and loved beyond words. Poppa was very loved and will be greatly missed by all of his children, grandchildren and family, including siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews. Charlie was born on October 5, 1937 in Singhampton, Ontario to Islay and Herman Lougheed. At his request, he will be buried with them on May 5, 2018 at 2 p.m. in Singhampton. There will a Celebration of Life to follow at the Singhampton Community Centre. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the House of Friendship in Kitchener, Ontario or a charity of your choice.
Breithaupt, Paul Alexander
(9/9/40 – 4/24/18) Son of the late Paul T. Breithaupt and M. Jean Alexander Breithaupt, Paul inherited wit, whimsy, love of music and creativity. He was dearly loved by his wife Frances Jean, sister Rev. Emmy Beauchamp (Eric d. ’13), brother Rev. E. A. Kirby Breithaupt (Leslie) and two generations of nieces and nephews. He had a passion for music and a love for all outdoors at the Georgian Bay. Paul created many awardwinning advertising campaigns during his career as creative director, and loved the company of those who could provide a good discussion. A private family funeral will be held, interment in the Breithaupt family section of Mount Hope Cemetery in Kitchener, Ontario. Donations to the Alzheimer's Society of Ontario would be greatly appreciated by the family.
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volunteers wanted Creemore Farmers’ Market is looking for volunteers and students looking to get their community hours. Our market runs every Saturday morning and the required hours would be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please email Helen at creemoremarket@gmail.com.
local talent wanted The events committee is looking for local talent that would be interested in performing at the upcoming 2nd Annual Mulmur Day Event on June 30. If you are interested please contact info@ mulmur.ca. Youth fishing derby, vendors, children’s activities, food, music, cash bar. More details to come.
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217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 • Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
www.clearview.ca
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY RECORDS MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR Clearview Township (Stayner Administration office location) is currently seeking a full-time permanent Records Management Coordinator. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Director, Legislative Services / Clerk, the Records Management Coordinator provides assistance, support and coordination of the records management program, following guidelines and retention schedules established through the Office of the Clerk, records retention by-law and standards utilizing TOMRMS, electronic records management system and assists the Clerk with information requests under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This position also provides administrative support to the Clerk’s Department. Skills and Experience • Post secondary Diploma of 2 or more years in an accredited records management program or equivalent education in AMCTO preferred. • Minimum 2 years experience in a related position preferably in a Clerks Office or records management environment. • Knowledge of legislation and processes related to records management processes, protocols & retention. • Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion, dignity and respect in handling matters of a confidential or highly sensitive nature, and to maintain confidentiality. • Excellent administrative, organizational, multi-tasking, interpersonal, report writing, problem solving and minute taking skills. • Excellent time management and project management skills, coupled with the ability to juggle numerous diverse activities at the same time. • Able to work independently and in a team environment. • Ability to routinely lift and move full file boxes weighing up to 50 lbs. • High competency level skill with all facets of Microsoft Office, along with Windows, Outlook, Explorer and automated records management system. • Province of Ontario Class “G” Drivers License in good standing, and use of a reliable vehicle. Salary: Salary range offered for this position is $43,188.60 to $53,016.60 Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2018-017 to Human Resources by April 27, 2018 to: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please visit: www.clearview.ca
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY -, COMMUNITY PLANNER - APPROVALS AND POLICY Clearview Township (Stayner Administration office location) is currently seeking a full-time permanent Community Planner – Policy and Approvals. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Community Planner – Policy and Approvals is responsible for providing planning advice related to development applications, land use and zoning, which includes: preparation of planning reports for development applications; research and prepare official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, site plan, and various planning applications; issuance of opinions and compliance letters; professionally represent the Township in planning presentation and testimony before the Local Appeal Tribunal and General Division Court. Emphasis in relation to the above is in approvals and policy rather than implementation The preferred candidate will possess thorough knowledge of all applicable Provincial, professional and related standards including The Planning Act (Ontario), Condominium Act, The Ontario Heritage Act, and the Ontario Municipal Act. Skills and Experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or Planning Discipline • 3 to 5 years’ experience in a related position • Familiarity with the Local Appeal Tribunal processes. • Excellent analytical and communication skills including the ability to write and edit clear, concise reports to Council and external bodies; to present issues to Council, other officials, staff and the public; to handle difficult and conflict situations. • Ability to prioritize work so deadlines are met, to make most decisions independently, to solve problems, communicate politely and professionally, and to defuse periodic conflict situations involving the public and/or members of staff. • Excellent time management and project management skills, coupled with the ability to juggle numerous diverse activities at the same time. • Able to work independently and in a team environment. • High competency level skill with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, along with Windows, Outlook and Explorer. • Province of Ontario Class “G” Drivers License in good standing, and use of a reliable vehicle. • Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office Work, Excel and Power Point Salary: Salary range offered for this position is $61,789 to $75,857.60 Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2018-016 to Human Resources by April 27, 2018 to: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please visit: www.clearview.ca
NOTICE- 2018 SPRING HYDRANT FLUSHING
The Township of Clearview Water Department will be flushing hydrants between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm on the following dates and locations: • Stayner: April 23 - May 9 • Creemore: May 7 - 9 • New Lowell: May 9 – 11 • Colling-woodlands: May 14 – 16 • Buckinghamwoods: May 16 – 18 • McKean Subdivision: May 23 – 25 Please be advised discolored water could stain laundry during these times. If your water remains discolored or dirty, run water until clear. It is recommended water softeners are left in by-pass mode during these times. For more information, please contact: Todd Patton, Manager, Water & Sewer, 705-428-6230 ext. 302, 705-428-5024 tpatton@clearview.ca