Fundraiser in the works for Ukrainians living locally Legion hosts Canada Day activities, fireworks

by Trina Berlo

The Creemore Legion is coordinating a full day of Canada Day celebrations in the village on July 1.

Activities start with a three-onthree ball hockey tournament hosted by Creemore firefighters at Station 4 in front of the Legion. Participants are invited to register as a team or as individuals in the competitive or family division. Cost is $10 per player. Games will be played on Veterans Way, between the Creemore Arena and the Legion, where most Canada Day activities are taking place throughout the day. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and games start at 10:30 a.m. The tournament is open to all ages. Sign up in advance by emailing creemoreffa@ gmail.com or calling 705-888-8903.

The annual Harold Crawford Memorial Bike Parade begins at 1 p.m. Everyone is invited to decorate their bicycles with a Canadian theme and meet at Mad River Park, at the south end of Mill Street, in time for the start. The bike parade will be followed by a parade for kids of all ages.

After the parade there will be 'Olde Thyme' games and activities at the Legion including three-legged races, sack races, egg-and-spoon races, a scavenger hunt, water balloon toss, lawn bowling, ring toss, bean bag toss, and face painting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., with an official cake cutting is at 2 p.m.

The Legion Ladies Auxiliary is holding a barbecue lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and serving other food at the

Legion throughout the day.

An official ceremony begins at 8 p.m., with the singing of the National Anthem and awards presentations.

Organizer Norm Nordstrom said additional entertainment has been added to this year’s evening programming, and there may be one or two last minute additions to the day’s activities.

The DanceRoom and Maizis Martial Arts Academy will be performing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. followed by The Steve Baker Magic Show. There will be live music by the Hogback Band from 9 p.m. while people wait for the fireworks at dusk. Organizers ask that people leave their pets at home.

Organizers will be passing the boot to raise money to pay for the fireworks

Luke’s Anglican Church, whose food bank also helps to support the newcomers.

“The people [who have helped] are many and they have big hearts. It is no longer me, but us, and I would like to mark this date with a big thank so be sure to donate. Donations can also be made at collection jars around town, or send a cheque to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 397, 27 Wellington St. W., Creemore, ON L0M 1G0.

For more info about what’s happening throughout Clearview Township visit creemore.com/events.

The Central Ontario ATV Club (COATV) is hosting the Clearview Canada Day Parade in Stayner on July 1. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. and end at the Station Park. Register by June 25 at Clearview.ca.

Clearview Township is offering free swimming at Stayner Centennial Pool, and there will be live music from 4 p.m. at the Stayner Legion. Food will be available.

June

• Surround yourself in light and wellness at the Sanctuary. Six yoga classes a week. Gentle, Flow, Strength and Restorative. Call 705-8887729 or visit the website for details www. thecreemoresanctuary.com. Email inquiries to thecreemoresanctuary@gmail.com.

Friday, June 16

• Creemore celebrates the Summer Solstice from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Line dancing, drumming, activities in the downtown. Live music with a performance by Juno nominated band Madison Violet. Cash bar on the street. Hosted by the Creemore BIA along with the Creemore Village Green, many volunteers and Clearview Township.

Saturday, June 17

• Creemore Farmers' Market every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E.

• Come and Go Buck and Doe for Sherri Gallaugher and Blair Brown from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Masonic Shrine Club, 2265 Fairgrounds Road, Collingwood. Ticket to get in $10. Prizes, cash bar, snacks and more. Come join the fun.

Sunday, June 18

• St. Luke's Anglican Church will be acknowledging National Indigenous Day (June 21) with a special liturgy at 11:15 a.m. All are welcome.

Wednesday, June 21

• The 5th annual Seniors Information and Active Living Expo featuring over 70 exhibitors. Free admission, door prizes, live music. Enjoy a BBQ lunch (cash only) courtesy of The Youth Centre's Grill Team. Please bring a water bottle to refill at the water stations. June is Senior's Month! Seniors ride free on local transit from June 18 to 24 so come on out and get to know the community. Questions? Email agefriendly@wasagabeach.com.

• Creemore Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show and meeting with speaker Gail Cocker on “Pruning for the Faint of Heart” at Station on the Green. Doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Entries to the flower show must be delivered to Station on the Green between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. the day of. Please come and join us.

Thursday, June 22

• Stayner Music, Market and Park It every Thursday night from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Station Park, 7259 Highway 26. Live music, local vendors, classic car show, children's activities and licensed bar hosted by the Stayner Kinsmen Club. See the summer music line-up at www. discoverclearview.ca. Contact events@clearview. ca for more information.

• Creemore Legion Chicken and Rib Dinner Chicken leg and ribs, corn, baked potato, bun/ butter, rice pudding. $20 per person. Order by June 16 and schedule pick-up times between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Please have exact change. Call 705466-2330. Many thanks for your support!

Friday, June 23

• The Elliston and Smith Team from Sotheby’s International Realty Canada present the second of three Clearview Speaker events. Join speakers from The Keep Refillery, Tierra Hermosa Local Market and The Apothecary Inc. at Station on the Green from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a discussion on Women as Change Makers: Behind the Scenes of Some Local Creemore Businesses. Creemore Hills Wine, beverages and delicious snacks will be served from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Silent auction to benefit My Friend's House.

Saturday, June 24

• Summer festival at Purple Hill Lavender Farm from noon to 7 p.m. Live music, food trucks, children's activities and artisan market with over 30 local vendors. Tickets on Eventbrite, search "Purple Hill Lavender Farm."

Sunday, June 25

• Blue Mountain Manor spring open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Live music by the Gulleys, tours of the home, strawberry tea in the dining room, and door prizes. 236 Weir St., Stayner. Contact 705428-3240 or visit www.oxfordbluemountain.com for more details.

Saturday, July 1

• Canada Day celebrations at the Legion starting at 9:30 a.m. Street hockey tournament, BBQ, bike parade, activities all day about town, farmers' market and much more to see and do. The Steve Baker Magic Show at 8 p.m. and the biggest and brightest fireworks display in the area at 9:45 p.m. at the arena. Please donate to the Boot Drive, the collection jars about town or contact Norm at 705466-6748 to donate. Funding will make this an event that we can enjoy every year. Dogs do not enjoy fireworks, please leave pets at home.

• The Creemore Legion Ladies Auxiliary pie contest. Everyone welcome to enter. Please bring two pies. These pies will be cut after the contest, and sold by the piece. Proceeds will go to the Canada Day fireworks. Linda Cockton is the esteemed pie judge. Contact Dee Hansen at 705441-3709 to register before June 17.

• Strawberry Festival at the North Dufferin Community Centre. Free kids games and activities from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., dinner from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets at the door, adults $25, children 6-12 $10, kids under 5 free.

Thursday, July 6

• Strawberry drive-thru supper, hosted by Jubilee Presbyterian and Centennial United Church, to be picked up at Centennial United Church in Stayner between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. $25 per person, gluten free available. Pre-order by Monday, July 3 by emailing fundraisers@ucstayner.ca or phone Wilma at 705-428-2874.

Saturday, July 8

• Collingwood Music Festival opening night with performance by the National Academy Orchestra featuring special guest Jeremy Dutcher, 7 p.m. at Millenium Park in Collingwood. Festival runs July 8-15 and features nightly performances by award-winning artists. Additional shows will take place at First Presbyterian Church. For tickets and more information, visit collingwoodfestival.com.