The Creemore
ECHO
Friday, November 29, 2019 Vol.19 No.48 www.creemore.com News and views in and around Creemore
INSIDE THE ECHO
Magic Money
Made in House
Witches Walk supports youth programs
House of Grove opens
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Fatal collision closes County Road 9
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
Robert McArthur and his team of Belgians take wagonloads of people though the village Sunday during the Creemore BIA's Old Fashioned Shopping Day.
On Nov. 22, Huronia West OPP and emergency crews were called to assist at a serious collision on Simcoe County Road 9, at Concession 6 and Riverside Drive, just west of Creemore, shortly before 1 p.m. A single vehicle collided with a hydro pole. The unnamed 75-year-old male driver was transported to an area hospital with no vital signs. He was pronounced deceased at the hospital. Simcoe County Road 9 remained closed for several hours while OPP members trained in collision reconstruction measured and documented the scene. The circumstances surrounding the cause of the collision remains under investigation.
Public school strike action escalating by Trina Berlo Unions representing elementary and secondary public school teachers say escalating job action is intended to put pressure on the provincial government to settle contract negotiations, without impacting students. The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) began the first phase of a work-to-rule strike action on Nov. 26 with the goal of putting the “government’s feet to the fire.” ETFO members are not participating in Ministry of Education and school board activities but are continuing with regular student instruction. “ETFO wants the Ford government to work with us on important issues but, so far, it has not shown much interest in doing that. Our members are getting impatient, and they are taking
strike action because it seems to be the only way to get this government’s attention,” said ETFO president Sam Hammond. “Education Minister Stephen Lecce claims only a few bargaining issues are outstanding. That is not the case. We are very far apart on many substantive items that affect both ETFO members and student learning environments.” They are fighting up to $150 million in cuts to elementary education. “That’s unacceptable. No one wants cuts except this government, which has to find a way to pay for the mistakes caused by its irresponsible and shortsighted decisions,” said Hammond. “ETFO has raised issues that are being ignored, like rising school-based violence and reasonable class sizes for our youngest learners. A regulation in
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, November 29, 2019
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THIS WEEKEND Friday, Nov. 29
• Double Toonie Lunch at St. Luke's Anglican Church, Caroline Street W., from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade soup. Bring a friend and enjoy. Last one until Jan. 31, 2020. • Creemore Tree Lighting Ceremony. The Tree Society of Creemore lights up the season with a special ceremony, carols and snacks. 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Station on the Green. • Blood Donation Clinic at Clearview Community Church 1070 County Rd. 42, Stayner from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Book on www.blood.ca or 1-888-2DONATE. Walk-ins welcome!
Saturday, Nov. 30
• Winter Clothes for Children at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. will be open Saturday afternoon from noon to 3 p.m. to receive donations of children's winter clothing or to help you choose items for your children. All items will be FREE. Can't make it on a Saturday? Call 705-466-2315 to arrange a different time for a clothing drop or a look at items available.
• Christmas Bake and Craft Sale, Nottawa United Church, Queen St., Nottawa. Fresh baked goods, Hand made quilts, unique crafts, coffee and Muffins. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Handmade in the Valley at the Dunedin Village Hall. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop handmade goods from local artisans. • "Were you There" Christmas Cantata presented by the joint choirs of St. John's Creemore and New Lowell United Churches. Performance at 2 p.m. at St. John's United Church and 7 p.m. at New Lowell United Church. Come and hear the Christmas story in word and song. Great for the whole family! A freewill offering for Camp Simpresca or a donation to the food bank would be appreciated.
Saturday, Nov. 30 & Sunday, Dec. 1
• The Handmade Holiday Market brings together an eclectic mix of artisans from Simcoe-Grey. Meet the makers behind your new favourite brands, and find unique handcrafted gifts for everyone on your
Nice List. Get inspired to give Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Avening Hall. Free admission. This is a cash only event. Follow @thehandmadeholiday on Instagram and check out our Facebook Page!
Sunday, Dec. 1
• Free curling clinic at the Creemore Curling Club from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Come on out and perfect your skills or give it a try for the first time. All levels of experience are welcome. Conventional delivery or stick. The Curling Club is beside the arena on Collingwood Street. For further information, contact Adam Verstegen at 705 607-2326. • Free public skating at Creemore Arena sponsored by the Stayner Lions Club from noon to 1:50 p.m. • Church Services on page 5.
UPCOMING EVENTS Mondays,Dec. 2 to Dec. 9
• Music Sound Lab for Kids and Youth. Learn new songs and techniques. Bring your own instruments or use ours! All skill levels welcome. 6 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. for kids ages 7 to 11. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. for youth ages 12 to 17 at St. Luke’s Church hall. DROP IN. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. Email Brad at brholden@gmail.com for more info.
Tuesday, Dec. 3
• Adult Skating at Creemore Arena every Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Creemore arena. Pay at the door. For more information contact Helen at 705-466-5195.
Tuesday,Dec. 3 to Dec. 10
• Creative Writing for Teens with Emily Worts. Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 26 to Dec.10. Create stories and learn creative writing techniques. Suggested donation of $5 per class. No registration required. Mill Street Studios. Email emilyworts@ hotmail.com for more info.
Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7
• The Ninth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament at the North Dufferin Community
Centre (Honeywood). All the proceeds from this tournament will go towards recreation activities and community projects and help provide financial support for youth. Register your hockey team and come out to join the fun that includes some great hockey, a silent auction, music, and food! Contact Erin Bailey at 519-377-0196, leitherin@hotmail. com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672, chester. tupling@premierequipment.ca.
Friday, Dec. 6
• The Treblemakers In Concert. Home for Christmas featuring Christmas favourites and country rock hits by Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw, Elvis, Amy Grant, and more! Doors open at 7 p.m. show starts at 7:30 p.m. at St. John's United Church, 192 Mill St. Creemore. Freewill donations gratefully accepted. Ticket required for entry. For tickets and information call 705-352-4595 or info@thetreblemakers.ca. • Sound Investment Community Choir presents: A celebration of music and song from Christmas movies old and new! Tickets: $20, Children 12 and under, free with adult accompaniment. Available online at www.soundinvestmentchoir. ca, at Theatre Collingwood, 115 Hurontario St. #104, 705-445-2200 or from choir members and at the door. Front entrance wheelchair accessible. Parking on street or in parking lot, entrance off Birch Street. Please join us after the concert for a free reception with refreshments.
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• Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is once again proud to host Breakfast with Santa! Come out and take pleasure in the Christmas festivities and enjoy a wonderful pancake and sausage breakfast. Also, take part in the other fun events such as: Kids shopping room, treasure tray raffles, kids craft room, silent auction and a visit with Santa! New this year, we are also offering gluten-free pancakes! 8:30 a.m. until noon. Children, $5; adults, $7; family of 4, $20; family of 5, $25. Please drop off lightly used donations for the Kids shopping room by Dec. 4 at NCPS. • Christmas Market at Station on the Green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of vendors, breakfast available for purchase, a variety of bakers, food vendors and crafters to add to the shopping experience. • The Creemore Santa Claus Parade takes place at 1:30 p.m. Step back in time with an oldfashioned community parade in Creemore. Enjoy floats created by friends and neighbours and see Santa. Be sure to visit with local, independent retailers to find the perfect gift before or after the main event. To be an event sponsor or to sign up to be a volunteer contact: natalie@creemore.com, 705-466-9906. Visit experiencecreemore.com.
• Christmas at the library is just around the corner and Herald the Library Dragon will be hosting our traditional after-party at the Creemore Branch from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Please join us after visiting Santa Claus at the Creemore Log Cabin. Our Library Dragon will show you his holiday styling by offering lots of free family holiday crafts, good company and hot soup to "you and yours" at this time. • Creemore Community Jingle Ball at Creemore Legion from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Come for a festive evening to get the holiday season started. 19+ event. Contact Natalie for more information, natalieagraves@gmail.com. • Kinsmen Corporate Christmas Dinner and Dance at Stayner Community Centre starting at 6:30 p.m. $50 a ticket includes live band, comedian, dinner & dancing, Door prizes. Contact Bill Roskar for information and tickets at broskar@ rogers.com or 705-796-3272.
Sunday, Dec. 8
• Christmas Market at Creemore Legion from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Lots of vendors, breakfast available for purchase, a variety of bakers, food vendors and crafters to add to the shopping experience. • "Celebrate the Season" A Christmas Cantata with special guests: Alliston Golden Bells from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King St. S., Alliston
Monday, Dec. 9
• The Dunedin Women's Friendship Club will meet at 6 p.m. for our annual Christmas potluck dinner. Please bring items for our baskets and donation.
Thursday, Dec. 12
• Pasta Night in Singhampton fundraiser for local food banks from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Adults $15. Students, $10. Under 12, free. Gluten-free and vegetarian available. Please bring items to donate to the food bank. If you cannot attend, donations may be left at Singhampton Esso Store. All proceeds go to the food banks. If you wish to help that evening, please call Peggy at 519-9222033.
Wednesday, Dec. 25
• Creemore Community Christmas Dinner. Creemore Legion at 4:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to dine and/or volunteer. Pay what you can. Donation of non-perishable food item appreciated. Contact Donna at 705-466-2523 or creemorechristmaself@gmail.com to reserve your seat or to make special arrangements. For more information see www.creemorechristmas.ca and have a Merry Christmas!
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House of Grove Studio combines love of building, teaching by Trina Berlo There is more than meets the eye at House of Grove Studio. It is, as it appears, an on-trend home décor store, but it is also a creative space where people can get inspired and learn how to make things for themselves. Maker Nikki Sarris has opened the new space, part retail and part studio, with the intention of sharing knowledge and creativity. The Kawartha Lakes resident has a long-time family connection to Creemore. Her late grandmother Helen Sarris, was a local resident. Her granddaughter now owns the family cottage on the Noisy River, which she rents out. Sarris said she was spending a lot of time in the area taking care of the rental property. When she saw a space for rent on Creemore’s main street, she decided to open her first shop. Sarris has a lot of experience running various workshops through Build Like a Girl Canada, her other brand. She came to construction in a roundabout way. She said as a young woman she started out in banking in Toronto but hated it so she left that field to work in health care. She started painting furniture eight years ago. Initially, a break-up motivated her to want to personalize
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Nikki Sarris is creating a space of inspiration and learning at House of Grove, a retail store that offers workshops and materials for the DIYer. her furniture into something she loved. “I didn’t like it,” said Sarris. “I wanted to give it all a new life.” She said she bought paint from the dollar store and painted everything from armoires to lampshades and picture frames. It was therapeutic for her. She had struggled with anxiety and had been experiencing panic attacks and by keeping her mind busy, the activity of
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painting gave her something to focus on and she would emerge feeling very relaxed. At one point her anxiety became so bad that she became agoraphobic so she and her husband moved out of the city and relocated near a horse farm. Her long walks in the field led her to discover piles of barnboard. She sought permission to use them and she started making signs, blanket ladders
and a still-cherished chalkboard spice rack. She then started making her own chalk paint, creating faux finishes. She was selling the paint and taking custom furniture orders. She was developing quite a following. “People were buying it. It just kind of blew up,” said Sarris. She said she was at the National Home Show and was featured on television and in magazines. “People liked what I was doing but then they tried to fit me into a box,” she said. Part of the plan with House of Grove Studio, is to showcase her own work while only taking very select custom orders. She’s rather be free to create, and not just with wood and paint. She has incorporated the work of her friend and macramé artist Jenn Olivera of The Knotted Cord, and long time student Jessica MorrisFrebourg does the geometric wall art. Sarris also makes artisanal soaps with all natural ingredients, bath bombs, candles, and clay facial masks. She also sells Van Gogh paints (which is rebranding to Mango). Free chalk paint demos are scheduled for Jan. 3, Feb. 7, and March 20. Other paid weekend workshops including soap making, furniture painting, candle making, building, macramé and more. Visit houseofgrove.com. There will be a grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 7, beginning at 10 a.m.
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Nation‐wide adoption event finds loving homes for animals during the season of giving
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"Diversified interests of the Hamilton Bros form may be discerned here where a trailer load of Christmas trees was ready for shipment to Saskatchewan and with a return trip load of sunflower seed to be brought back to the Glen. The above is one of the very few pictures showing Frank Hamilton and his two nephews, Fred (second from left) and Jim (right). The truck driver is Bob Bell." From a Hamilton Brothers history courtesy of Helen Blackburn.
Dying without a will causes delays My husband and I both think it's important to have a will but we have not gotten around to it yet. We have been married for 10 years and have three kids. If we just wrote down our wishes and signed it, would that be good enough? Cindy B.
bank accounts, investments, personal belongings, everything you own. The government will then freeze all access until they have completed a full audit, which may take three to nine months. Next, if there is no surviving spouse or adoptive parent, all minor children will Christine become a ward of the province. Family IBBOTSON members will need to petition to the Dear Too Busy Cindy! Dying without a will, means you have absolutely no government for custody and fill out the required say about any of your assets or care for your children applications through social services. once you die. Once your estate assets have been audited, all fees There are many basic will kits available and and taxation will be deducted before any disbursement although they are very generic and simple, they can to family. A surviving spouse is entitled to the first be suitable for those Canadians on a tight budget. $200,000, with the remainder to be split to all those Even a handwritten letter of direction can be family members that the government believes have effective if it is signed and has two witnesses. a claim. This is always a long and arduous process However, if you have more specific instructions for that I have seen drawn out over many months as more alternate arrangements, guardianship for minors, debt and more family members put in a claim. For minor forgiveness or specific instructions after your death, children, any monetary portion of the estate will be you may wish to have a lawyer prepare your will. It placed in a trust maintained by an appointed trustee is always a good practice to seek legal advice. until the child is 18 years of age. Let's just look at some of the immediate issues that Cindy, getting a will is the most important and will arise should you die without a will. most responsible thing you should do to ensure your First, the Canadian government will immediately hard-earned assets and wishes are taken care of when (See “It is” on page 4) become the executor of all your assets: homes,
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THE MONEY LADY
With the holidays just around the corner, the Georgian Triangle Humane Society is asking you to add one more special someone to your holiday list – and your family. Give an animal the gift of a loving home during iAdopt for the Holidays, a national adoption campaign to find homes for as many animals as possible during a time of year when families are together and can help their new pet settle in. iAdopt for the Holidays is a program of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society that runs until Dec. 31 at participating SPCAs, humane societies and rescue groups across Canada. Last year, over 3,600 animals from across Canada found their forever homes during the iAdopt for the Holidays campaign. “The holidays are actually a great time to welcome a new furry companion into your life. Together as a family, you can spend time with your new pet and help them settle into their new home,” says Ayrlea Manchester, adoptions supervisor. “Our focus is finding the right home for every adoptable animal to help ensure the matches we make are lifetime matches.” The goal of this campaign is to get as many animals as possible placed into loving homes during the holiday season. In an effort to do so, GTHS cats and kittens will have reduced adoption fees during the campaign. Kitty adoption fees will be 50 per cent off until Dec. 31. Already have an adopted pet? Visit iadopt.ca to find out how you can win a $500 PetSmart gift card for your pet and a $500 PetSmart gift card for the participating animal charity of your choice. Be sure to visit the Georgian Triangle Humane Society, located at 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood, to change an animal’s life this holiday season. All current adoptable GTHS animals are posted at www.gths.ca/ animals‐for‐adoption. And to learn more about iAdopt for the Holidays, visit iadopt.ca.
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It is your duty to protect estate (Continued from page 4) you die. Don't leave it up to a stranger at a government office to make decisions for your family. It is your duty as a good parent to protect your estate for your children as well as have some say for their future care. You should also consider getting a Power of Attorney for Property and Medical Direction should you get into an accident and not be able to make decisions about your own care or your family. This is your opportunity to leave
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Christine Ibbotson is the author of “How to Retire Debt Free and Wealthy.” Follow her on Facebook and Instagram. If you have a money question, please send her a message through her website, at www.askthemoneylady.ca.
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This holiday season the Creemore Echo is acting as a collection agent for the Stayner Clearview Foodbank and the Simcoe Paramedics Toy Drive. We invite you to drop by with your donation of non-perishable food, money and toys.
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Minister wants all parties to put the needs of children first (Continued from page 1) for months now, and through that entire time the government side of the table has willfully avoided any meaningful discussion of issues that are crucial to the quality of education in Ontario. They have simply refused to acknowledge the devastating effect that increased class sizes, mandatory e-learning, and the loss of thousands of teacher and support staff positions will have on the province’s students.”
“Surely the Minister should know by now that any discussion that excludes those critical issues is not going to lead to a deal,” said Bischof. “By refusing to address those serious concerns, the Ford government is telling our members that it simply doesn’t care about the quality of education in Ontario, and it doesn’t care about the front-line workers who deliver that education. That’s why our members, frustrated by the abject lack of progress at the bargaining table, have delivered an overwhelming strike mandate.” “The commencement of these job actions does not preclude the achievement of a negotiated agreement. OSSTF remains committed to negotiating solutions that focus on quality learning environments, student success, and the continued viability of publiclyfunded education in Ontario.” In response to the work-to-rule action, education minister Lecce said in a statement, “I’ve been clear - I want to get deals that keep the children of this province in school. It is regrettable [that] ETFO and OSSTF have chosen to escalate to work-to-rule action, only hurting our children. This escalation to a partial withdrawal of services, including targeting math supports and report cards, hurts our children the most. The government has remained a consistent and
reasonable force at the negotiating table, trying to reach a deal that provides certainty and predictability to parents, students, and educators. As evidenced by the voluntarily negotiated agreement with CUPE, I know we can get there through working together in good faith, so that students remain in class.” “My negotiating team stands ready for meaningful, good-faith bargaining 24/7, to reach the deals Ontario students and families deserve. There is a path to a deal, and it requires all parties to be reasonable and fair and put the needs of our children first,” he continued. ETFO represents 83,000 elementary public school teachers, occasional teachers and education professionals across the province. OSSTF has 60,000 members across Ontario including public high school teachers, occasional teachers, educational assistants, continuing education teachers and instructors, early childhood educators, psychologists, secretaries, speech-language pathologists, social workers, plant support personnel, university support staff, and many others in education. The Ontario Catholic Teachers Association has taken a step toward job action, voting 97 per cent in favour of a strike, as negotiations continue and they get closer to a legal strike position.
December at the Creemore Legion Glencairn 705-424-6697 For Reliable Service
Tank Truck Delivery of Furnace & Stove Oil
KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS DEC 13TH 10 AM AUCTION 6830 3/4 SDRD NOTTAWASAGA, CLEARVIEW TWNSP ATTENTION!! BID!! BID!!BID!! BID!! 98.5 ACRES, MODERN HOME, MULTI OUT-BUILDINGS AND QUALITY EQUIPMENT. WATCH FOR EQUIPMENT LISTING IN SUBSEQUENT ADS. ● 88 ACRES OF CASH CROP LAND ● 2200 SQ FT, 3 BDRM, 2.5 WRM, WITH SUNROOM, PROPANE & WOOD HEAT, SS APL, HARDWOOD & SLATE FLOORS W / RADIANT HEAT, CENTRAL VAC, NEW SEPTIC SYS, 2 X WELLS. ● 3000 SQ FT BARN W / 2 X OPEN BARNS W 200 AMP HYDRO ● 3200 SQ FT STEEL CLAD DRIVE SHED W / 200 AMP HYDRO ● 2000 SQ FT QUONSET W / 200 AMP HYDRO ● 700 TON BIN / DRYER / SILO SYSTEM BID LIVE ON AUCTION DAY OR ONLINE VIA iCOLLECTOR.COM PHOTOS ARE AVAILABLE AT WWW. KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM AND THE PROPERTY CAN BE VIEWED SATURDAY NOV. 30TH OR BY APPOINTMENT. CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL ANYTIME. DENNIS KIDD KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS. COM 519-938-7499
by Doug Mills December is a busy month so plan to participate in a variety of seasonal activities close to home. The month’s activities at the Legion start Dec. 3 with the Monthly Members’ Meeting at 7 p.m. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. features Ladies Darts; Thursdays at 1 p.m. there is Bid Euchre and Fridays host Mixed Darts at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to participate! Saturday Dec. 7 - After the Santa Claus Parade, get ready to boogie at the Creemore Community Jingle Ball beginning at 7.30 p.m. (Ages 19+). Tickets cost $5 in advance and $10 at the door. For info, contact natalieagraves@gmail.com. On Sunday, Dec. 8, you can stroll through the Christmas Farmers’ Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with its many vendors, Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers. Saturday, Dec. 14 sees the second Farmers’ Market of the month, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Don’t miss Sunday, Dec. 15 when The Legion’s Creemore Country Christmas Breakfast takes place
Legion Doings from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join your family and neighbours and come hungry! (Cost: Adults, $7; Kids under 12, $4.) The final December Creemore Farmers’ Market is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, and at noon the Legion’s 50/50 will be drawn. Tickets are available at The Creemore Echo, Bank Café, Pharmacy, Quince, Affairs Café, The Old Mill House Pub, Creemore Springs Brewery and the Legion. You can’t win without a ticket! Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 4:30 p.m. welcomes the Annual Creemore Community Christmas Dinner. Freewill contributions gratefully accepted. Donations also appreciated. Please register at creemorechristmaself@gmail.com or call Donna Baylis at 705-466-2523. The members of the Creemore Legion thank you for your support and send their very best wishes to you and your family for a magical and safe Christmas season!
Michael Tupling Memorial Hockey Tournament
Friday, Dec. 6 Silent Auction Opens
The Ninth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament will be held on December 6th and December 7th 2019 at the North Dufferin Community Centre (Honeywood). The Michael Tupling Memorial Foundation was established to help encourage youth involvement and leadership in the community. All the proceeds from this tournament will go towards recreation activities and community projects and help provide financial support for youth in the North Dufferin community who may not otherwise have the financial resources to participate. Register your hockey team and come out to join the fun that includes some great hockey, a silent auction, music, and food! Through your participation and involvement, we hope the tournament will have another successful year. We look forward to seeing you at this event and appreciate all of your support!!! IF you wish to participate in the tournament through donations, silent auction items, or entering a team, Please contact Erin Bailey at 519-377-0196, leitherin@hotmail.com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672, chester. tupling@premierequipment.ca
Saturday, Dec. 7
Silent Auction • Dance 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. and buffet lunch
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Creemore Curling Club standings Ladies Team win-loss Baylis 3-1 Crawford 1-3 Millsap 3-1 Walker 2-2 From the Hack: Exciting game on Sheet 1 (Millsap over Walker). Debbie played well and learned there is more to vice than throwing and sweeping. Sheet 2 curlers (Crawford over Baylis) had trouble finding weight but front enders put lots of rocks in play for challenging skip stones. Judith was up to the challenge with some perfect shots to get the win. Quote of the week: “I’ve worked up an appetite with so much sweeping!” (Chantelle) Men Team Crevier Rowbotham Flack Verstegen Lambert Cass Hewitt Millsap
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Daytime Team win-loss Lambert 5-2 Bell 5-2 Coulter 4-3 McDougall 3-4 Loranger 2-5 Martens 2-5 From the Hack: The second round robin of the session is now underway. On Monday, a surprise! All three underdog teams won their respective games against the top echelon. Bill and Anne had perfect weight to allow Team Martens to dismiss Team Coulter and Team McDougall relied on Bill and Bruce to score and beat Team Bell. In the afternoon, Jim, Marion, Isobel and Michael, of Team Loranger, managed their shots well in each end, to ensure a win over Team Lambert. Wednesday had Teams Bell and Lambert adding a tick in the win column. The front end of Team McDougall threw well, and then Bill delivered exceptional draw shots to overcome the challenge from Team Loranger. Thanks to Ron, Michael, Marty and Ann for treats this week. Good curling everyone!
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Hunting in the Dufferin County Forest All users of the Dufferin County Forest are hereby advised that Dec. 2-6 is the continuation of the shotgun/muzzleloading gun season for deer in 2019. During this time there will be a number of hunters using the Dufferin County Forest properties. Please use caution in the forest and wear bright-coloured clothing. There is no hunting allowed at any time in the following tracts: north portion of Amaranth, Hockley, Leening, Levitt, Little, Mono, Thomson, and River Road. Suspected violations of the Fish & Wildlife Conservation Act should be reported to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry at 877-847-7667 (877-TIPS-MNR). Other inquiries should be directed to the County Forest Manager at 877-941-7787.
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, November 29, 2019 The 2019 Stayner Witches Walk raised $2100, with all proceeds going to Clearview youth programs ($100 to each Clearview school for healthy initiatives, $500 to Clearview Community Theatre, $500 to Creemore Kids Club, $500 to Clearview Youth Centre in Stayner. Pictured: youth centre coordinator Courtney Rogers (centre) accepts the cheque from event chairs Tamara Culham, of Exit Realty/Welcome Home (left) and Lisa Squire, of Stayner Home Hardware. The event is sponsored by The newly re-named Clearview Chamber of Commerce.
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Friday Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. After 28 years Ted Shier Auto & Truck Service is closing its doors for retirement. Sale offers 11 Hoists, tire machines, balancers, welders, scan tools, lots of new tires, some tools. Sale held at 300 Vespra St. Barrie. For info contact Tony at toolapprasiel.com. www.theauctionadvertiser.com/RSevern
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Prime Rib Thurs to Sun night Brunch until 4 p.m. daily Private rooms available We are pleased to welcome Jenny Beattie to our team of Professional Sales Representatives & Brokers.
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Call for reservations (705) 445-1247
Jenny Beattie was born and raised in the Rolling Hills of Creemore on her family’s working farm. Jenny’s intimate knowledge of the region, and her experience gives her the enthusiasm and desire to make her home, your home!
Welcome to Creemore River Rest! Jenny Beattie* Creemore
Special kudos go to Affairs Bakery for donating gingerbread cookies, Foodland for their generous donations to our day, to Robert McArthur and his team for the horse drawn wagon rides, and to Santa's Elves who came to spread cheer. Santa would be so proud! To all the businessed who engaged and did extra special activities - thank You! It made for a very fun and special day!
With a 20+ year background in education and sales, Jenny brings quality service to build and maintain relationships with clients by communicating effectively. When Jenny isn’t assisting real estate clients, she enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband and two daughters, skiing, mountain biking, and playing/ coaching hockey.
Cute and cozy down by the Mad River. Property abuts the Park for added privacy and enjoyment! 3 bedrooms, forced air gas heat, town water, town sewer. A little piece of country in the heart of the Village. Offered for 399,000.00
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HARDWOOD - MAPLE. 2 years seasoned, 15” lengths. $370/bush cord. Free delivery. Volume discounts and 12” length available. Complete Woodlot Management, 519-986-2474. 100% NATURAL ORGANIC LATEX MATTRESSES give you the highest quality sleep. Natural protection against bed bugs and dust mites, custom layered and built for comfort. No gassing off from toxic materials. Recommended by doctors and physiotherapists. 30year warranty. Save big, buy direct from our Glencairn showroom. Contact Greg at 416-271-1005 or greg@royallatexmattress.com. www. royallatexmattress.com. "IN THE NORTHLAND" LIMITED EDITION by Tom Thomson from the Group of Seven. Black framed 32"-x-28" picture. Contact 705-428-3480 for more information.
CHRISTMAS
Seeking floats, volunteers and contributions for the CREEMORE SANTA CLAUS PARADE. For more information visit www. experiencecreemore.com or contact Natalie at natalie@creemore.com 705-466-9906. DONATIONS REQUESTED for event on Dec. 7 for Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School. Graciously accepting ‘new and gently used’ items for the Breakfast with Santa Children’s Shopping Room and items for the silent auction at the annual Breakfast with Santa event If you would like to donate any items, please drop off your donation at the school by Dec. 4. On behalf of school council, we thank you for your generous donation.
The Creemore Echo is planning its annual CHRISTMAS GREETINGS, which includes photos of parade day and favourite recipes from the community. We are asking our readers to send in a recipe which will appear in the Dec. 13 edition. Individuals, and businesses are encouraged to submit a recipe they would like to share. Please send all submissions to editor@creemore. com or bring them into the office at 3 Caroline St. W. Deadline is Dec. 6.
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. SNOW REMOVAL/BLOWING - Residential and Commercial snow removal services available, pay per use or seasonal contract. We have over 20 years of experience in the snow biz, please call for a free, no obligation quote and book your spot for this season. A division of Rustic Design & Build Inc. Contact: crimsonking. pm.gc@gmail.com, 707-220-0913. www.mydrivewaysnow.com. K. BRULOTTE & SONS. Excavating, grading, site clearing & landscaping. Over 20 years experience. Call for free estimate, 705-443-7815. 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 roughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, 519-986-1781. ROD THE WINDOW CLEANER. Winter Special! Just in time before Christmas! You deserve a clear view! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-3510768. References on request. PAINTING & PARGING. Book now for interior painting for fall and winter. Don, 705-424-0708 or 705-816-0708. JANE'S PAINTING SERVICES, call for a free estimate. 20 years experience and many happy customers. Please call 705-466-5657.
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DEATH NOTICE
BOWMAN, Veral passed away Oct. 23 2019, with his family by his side, two days after his 80th birthday as a result of unforeseen complications during surgery near his home in Florida. Son of Wylie Bowman and Mayme (Lamont). Survived by his wife Patsy and two sons; Ted (Sara), Mike (Paula) and two grandchildren Clarke and Melissa. Siblings Wylene Crossley (late Ken), Elvin (Judy), predeceased by Mary Sampson (Don), Eldred (Lynne), Arnold (Connie), Daryl (Peggie). Sadly missed by his many nephews and nieces. Veral’s sense of humour and true kindness toward others can never be replaced, but will always live in the memories of all who knew him. There will be a celebration of life in Stayner, On., in the spring of 2020.
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12 MIN. FROM MANSFIELD Ski Club, near Avening. 4 bdrm: Large master with en-suite and sitting area plus 1 single, 1 twin and 1 double bdrm. Total of 2 bathrooms plus powder room on main floor. Laundry, well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, and small lounge area. Woodburning fireplace in living room/ dining room. BBQ on deck. Rental $12,000 plus utilities for season: December 15 - April 1, 2020. Phone 647-501-8754 for inquiries. MANSFIELD SEASONAL RENTAL. Victorian Farm House. 3 bedrooms, 1 four-piece bath. 15 mins. to Mansfield Ski Club or 30 mins. to Collingwood Blue Mountain. Professional couples only. First and last with references plus damage deposit. Available Dec. 6, $450 weekly, plus utilities. No pets, no smoking. 905-877-1740, Virginia.
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DEATH NOTICE
PRENTICE, Barbara Joan “Barb” - Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Etobicoke General Hospital on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the age of 62. Loving wife of Terry. Proud and devoted mom of Michelle (Skee), Heather (Diptesh) and Carley (Taylor). Beloved grandma of Hana and Silas. Treasured daughter of Lois Allen and daughter-in-law of Leona Prentice. Predeceased by her father Russell Allen and father-in-law Norman Prentice. Cherished sister of Cheri (John) and Julie (Alan) and sister-in-law of Dana (Wendy), Lynnette (Dan), Paul (Jana) and Leanne (Jamie). Lifelong friend of Linda Moore. Barb will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues. The family will receive friends at the Jack & Thompson Funeral Home, Shelburne, on Thursday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral service in the funeral home chapel on Friday, November 29, 2019 at 11 a.m. If desired, donations to Honeywood Take A Break Club or Sick Kids Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be placed at www. jackandthompsonfuneralhome. com.
CHIPCHASE, Heather passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, November 24, 2019 at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital at the age of 65. Heather, loving wife of David Chipchase; proud mother of Ray (Kelly) and grandmother of Elita will be deeply missed. She will be remembered by her brothers Ken (Olivia) and Keith (Kathy) Crowe, her sister Karen (Don) Whitfield, and sisters in law Patricia and Norma Crowe; predeceased by her brothers Wayne and Dennis Crowe and sister Cheryl Chalmers. As per her wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Victoria Regional Cancer Centre or a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Heather’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.
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