January 16, 2009

Creemore

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Friday, January 16, 2009

Vol 9 No. 03

350 SKATERS ON THE WAY TO CREEMORE 2009 Budget Talks Begin

by Brad Holden Lynn Gowan and Julie Bigham are getting ready to welcome more than 350 figure skaters to Creemore during next weekend’s two-day Central Ontario Huronia Funskate competition, and they’re hoping the hours and hours of planning they’ve put in will make the gathering an event to remember.

“There’s no question, it’s going to be a bit chaotic,” laughed Gowan as she talked about the highly orchestrated schedule, which will see a constant stream of skaters from 17 different clubs across Simcoe County arriving, registering in a heated tent specially constructed for the event outside the arena’s front door, taking their turn before the judges and picking up their medals in the arena hall.

The action will begin at 8 am on Saturday, January 24, continue until 8:30 pm that night, start up again at 8 am on Sunday, January 25 and conclude at 6:30 pm that night. In total, Gowan and Bigham (who are co-chairing the event) will require 147 three-to-four hour volunteer shifts to make sure things run smoothly, and while the response from the community has so far been excellent, there are still a few shifts that need filling.

(See “Volunteer” on page 5)

by Brad Holden Members of Clearview Council set aside four afternoons in late January and early February to whittle the Township’s 2009 budget down to an acceptable size.

Council decided Monday night they will meet on the afternoons of Monday, January 26; Thursday, January 29; Monday, February 2; and Thursday, February 5. All sessions will begin at 1 pm and will be open to the public.

NVCA Budget Rejected

Members of the Creemore Skating Club are feverishly preparing for next weekend’s Huronia Funskate Competition, which will see more than 350 skaters competing at the Creemore Arena. Pictured above are just some of the skaters, coaches and organizers making last-minute preparations.

Back row, left to right: Lynn Gowan (Club president and event co-chair), Kassie Lloyd, Morgan Wilson, Madison Halliday, Rosalyn Martin, Kelsey Lammle, Julie Bigham (event co-chair). Middle row, left to right: Tanya Walker (club coach), Anna Carruthers, Hailey Sacerty, Hannah Buijs, Carlee Gowan (program assistant). Front row, left to right: Janneke Watt, Natalie Hepburn, Abby Underhill, Makenna Halliday.

With the economy in rough shape, Council gave a sneak preview of what those discussions might be like by taking a hard line with the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Monday night, refusing to accept that organization’s proposed levy hike of 6.1 per cent over 2008.

The NVCA levy is collected from municipalities within the Nottawasaga River watershed, and that money is raised as part of each municipality’s municipal tax levy.

(See “Clearview” on page 2)

New Principal at Nottawasaga Creemore

A Talented Community Mary Vandewater, at far right, not only enjoyed last week’s Creemore-Centric opening at the Mad & Noisy Gallery, she also participated, submitting one of 60 works of art depicting what the village means to its residents. The show continues until Monday, February 2, and is a must-see.

by Brad Holden Nottawasaga & Creemore Public School welcomed a new principal last week, with Lorna Howlett-Lowe moving on to Worsley Elementary School in Wasaga Beach and Doug Paul arriving from Forest Hill Elementary School in Midhurst.

A Collingwood native and CCI graduate, Paul taught for 10 years in Wasaga Beach after earning his teaching degree from Western and York Universities.

He then switched to administration, spending a year as vice-principal in Baxter before becoming a principal at Byng Public School in Stayner, then Worsley in (See “New” on page 5)

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Editorial Towards a Plastic-Free Creemore The Clearview Eco Action Network (CLEAN) and Creemore Foodland have worked together on three Bring Your Own Bag (BYOB) days, and the results are now in.

Survey responses provided to the Echo by CLEAN show an overwhelming positive response from shoppers who turned up on days when plastic wasn’t available. That positive response cut across those who were aware of the event when they arrived at the store, and those who were not, which happened to be the majority of shoppers.

When asked if Foodland should have more BYOB days, 96 per cent said yes. When asked how often, 61 per cent said daily and 27 per cent said weekly.

It’s obvious then that people are aware of the need to reduce plastic and are supportive when businesses

make an effort to do so. Kudos to CLEAN for pushing the issue, and especially to Steve Martin and Foodland, for taking part in this experiment.

Unfortunately, the way forward is a little unclear.

While Steve has been and continues to be supportive of CLEAN’s efforts, he’s still understandably leery that becoming completely plastic-free might turn some customers away, especially those who are not aware of the program and don’t bring their own bags with them.

So the best way to get where most of us want to go is to keep plugging away and building momentum.

Bring bags with you every time you go to Foodland, and when you’re there, be sure to mention to staff how appreciative you are of their plastic-free efforts.

Bring bags to the IDA as well, and to Home Hardware.

Change doesn’t happen overnight. But it does happen.

CLEAN is doing its part to make it happen. If you’re supportive of the cause, keep doing your part too.

Clearview Council News (Continued from page 1) Instead of voting to accept the 6.1 per cent increase Monday night, Deputy Mayor Alicia Savage moved that a letter be sent back to the NVCA, stating that Clearview Township is not prepared to support any levy increase more than 3 per cent. Her motion passed unanimously, and Councillors Orville Brown and Robert Walker, who represent Clearview Council on the NVCA board, promised to take the letter back to the organization and stick to the hard line when the budget is discussed at the next NVCA meeting.

New Water/Sewer Rates Clearview Council was given two possible options regarding new water and wastewater rates Monday night, and will go to the public to help decide which to implement.

The current rates, introduced in 2006, are not generating enough money for the Township’s reserve funds for a variety of reasons, including the recurring problems at the Creemore wastewater plant that to some extent have arisen due to illegal sump pump practices during flooding events. If the Township were to continue with the current rates, there would not be enough to make capital replacements and Creemore Echo 3 Caroline St. W., Box 1219 Creemore, ON L0M 1G0 (705) 466-9906 Fax: (705) 466-9908 2007 WINNER Website:www.creemore.com Email: info@creemore.com Publication Agreement # 40024973 Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to the above address

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improvements when necessary in the future.

Of the two new rate schedules proposed by consultants Sharratt Water Management Ltd., one would spread sewer rates evenly across Stayner and Creemore residents, the other would require Creemore residents to take a bit more of the load for the first five years, in reflection of the problems at the Creemore sewage plant.

Both water and sewer rates would more accurately reflect usage than before.

A public meeting concerning the new rates is now scheduled for Monday, February 9 at 7 pm, preceding that night’s regular Council meeting.

Committee Appointments Council voted Monday night to appoint the following people to the Economic Development Committee for a two-year term: Paul Bridgman, Paul VanStavern, Bill Wall, Doug Mills, Andrew Angus and Regan Gorman; and to appoint the following people to the Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term: Margaret Arnold, Carol Marsden, Doug Hammill and Susette Sampson. Two people – Tracey Atkinson and Jim Steed – had indicated their interest in being members of the Agricultural Advisory Committee; however, it was decided that having only two people on a committee would be unproductive and Council voted to defer appointing anyone to that committee until more members can be found.

Intensification Public Meeting We’ve heard a lot about the Places to Grow Act’s requirements for intensification over the past few years; finally, there is an application before Council that is testing the water on the subject.

The applicant plans to turn an existing home on Elizabeth Street East into a duplex – a move for which the property’s present zoning allows.

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The severance came before the Committee of Adjustment in December, at which point several neighbours voiced their concerns with the project.

The severance was then deferred to give the applicant and the neighbours a chance to come to a consensus, as well as to find out what Council thought of the rezoning that will be necessary to create new setbacks in order to make room for a dwelling on the smaller lot. That process will require a public meeting, which was authorized by Council on Monday night.

Nod for New Stayner Library Council received an extensive report from the Library Development Committee Monday night and followed its recommendation, voting to establish a Building Committee and to consider including $45,000 in the 2009 Clearview Library Budget so that the new committee can get to work on one of three options: to construct a new Stayner branch on a new site; to partner with other municipal departments or other organizations in a new building on a new site; or to purchase an existing building that could be renovated as required.

Upon receiving the report, Deputy Mayor and Library Board member Alicia Savage commended Pat Raible, the chair of the Development Committe, on a “stellar job over the last year.”

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Community Calendar This Weekend Saturday, January 17 • Community Information Meeting. Graham Flint will be the guest speaker. He is representing FORCE, a community group involved in a proposed quarry in Flamborough/Hamilton area.

Meet at the Honeywood Arena Norduff Room at 10 am. Organized by local farmers & area residents.

• The Tubbs Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer is a 3 km snowshoe walk or a 5 km run that benefits the Canadian Breast Cancer

walk begins at 12:30 pm & run at 1:15 pm. www. tubbsromptostomp.ca Sunday, January 18 • United Church of Canada – Back to regular Sunday services: Avening at 9 am; New Lowell at 10:15 am; St. John’s, Creemore at 11:30 am.

• St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, 1 Caroline Street West. Worship & Sunday School at 10 am. “Where Jesus is Lord, all are welcome.” Rev. Elizabeth Inglis.

Monday, January 19 • Adult Skating every Monday through the winter from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at Stayner Arena. $2 per person.

• Clearview Township’s Council Meeting at 7 pm at the Council Chambers. Everyone welcome.

• NIA – a spirited workout at Station on the Green on Mondays at 7 pm & Fridays at 10 am. Call Ayrlie at (705) 444-0550 www.nianow. com. Please call before your first class. There is no prerequisite of fitness or training.

Tuesday, January 20 • Creemore Adult Skating Club every Tuesday through the winter from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at the Creemore Arena. For more information call Helen Blackburn 445-3635. All are welcome.

• Creemore BIA Annual General Meeting including elections at Station on the Green starting at 6:30 pm.

• Taoist Tai Chi continuing level classes (for anyone who has finished a beginner class) are ongoing every Tuesday from 7 to 9 pm at the Station on the Green. New beginner level afternoon classes will start on Monday, March 2nd. Beginner level evening classes will start on Tuesday March 3rd. For more information please call Laura Walton at 466-5011.

• Simcoe County District School Board Public Meeting regarding the Pupil Accommodation Review for Stayner Collegiate Institute, Collingwood Collegiate Institute & others at 7 pm at Collingwood Collegiate Institute.

• Mad & Noisy Open Stage Night at 7:30 pm.

Everyone welcome... enjoy the wide range of local talent in a casual creative setting. For more information call 705-466-3411.

Wednesday, January 21

• Creemore Horticultural Society’s Meeting at St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall at 7:30 pm.

Sherri Wilson & Charlotte Vorstermans will be the presenters on “My Favourite Tool”.

Please bring a favourite tool. Also, David Johnson will be there to sharpen tools.

Saturday, January 24 • Robbie Burns Dinner including haggis & entertainment to celebrate the anniversary of his 250th birthday at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King Street South, Alliston at 6 pm. Adults $18, children 5 to 12 $6. Call (705) 435-5081 for tickets. Tickets will not be sold at door.

• Collingwood Agricultural Society’s 153rd Annual General Meeting at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner. Doors open at 6 pm. Potluck supper begins at 6:30 pm. Business meeting to start at 7:45 pm. For additional information, call (705) 444-0308.

Thursday, February 5 to Sunday, February 8 • Sunnidale Winterama. Skating, pancake breakfast, dance, activities at the park.

Go to www.sunnidalewinterama.com for information.

Monday, February 9 • Public Meeting regarding new Water/Sewer Rates. 7 pm at Clearview Council Chambers, Stayner.

Thursdays, February 12 to April 9 • Stepping in – a 9 week exploration of our life’s purpose. Join us as we step in & take a closer look at philosophy of life, interests, passions & dreams. Let us discover who we are, who we are becoming & how we most want to make a difference. From 6:30 to 9:30 pm in Creemore area. Call Shelley at (519) 925-5469 or mayrlie@hotmail.com for cost & to register.

Friday, February 13 & Saturday, February 14

• The Salvation Army Hope Acres Community Church, situated in Mulmur Township, invite you to their Sunday Church Services at 10:45 am.

For more information call (705) 466-3435.

• Join us at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. for a joyful service of worship and Children’s Program at 11 am.

• Jazz Vespers at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 4 pm featuring Bruce Ley & his trio followed by wine & cheese reception. Donations gratefully received.

Upcoming Events • Creemore’s Big Heart Festival. Watch for details.

Saturday, February 14 • Creemore Legion’s Murder Mystery Dinner.

Solve the mystery & win a prize. Murder mystery done by Murder Tastefully Executed from Niagara on the Lake. Must be seated by 7 pm. $25 per person. Tickets only on sale until Sunday, February 1. Call 466-2432 & leave a message.

Friday, March 20 • The countdown is on for the next Avening Hall Concert featuring Juno-winner Fred Eaglesmith. With 17 albums and countless awards under his belt, Eaglesmith has earned his place as a Canadian music icon. Be sure to make it to this show. Tickets are available at the online store of www.fredeaglesmith.com. For more information contact sara@creemore.com, 466-9906, www.myspace.com/avening

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Creemore Big Heart Seniors SENIORS

There were 34 people out is enjoying (?) a mid-winter on this snowy day to face a sojourn in the G&M Hospital, brand new year of fun and and also Good Wishes to Jean card games. After a couple Smart who just recently got of jokes by Edith Veale, home from hospital. Also the 50/50 draws went to lots of Best Wishes for a Eleanor Elder, Wyndmill Speedy Recovery goes out Sylvia (His last name is Hoskin, to Winona Heslip who had GALE but like Cher, he goes by a fall that injured her hip. a single name.), Thelma This was followed by, at her Lightheart, Barb Cudmore and Ray age, risky surgery that she seems to Leighton. have come through with flying colours.

There were only four moon shots Her family is very pleased that she is today. Phyllis Seed got one; followed showing small steps of improvement. by two played by Edith Veale, and We are sorry to have to mention that then Phyllis got another one. So no Gerry Hare, a great guy that grew up “Sidewinder” wins, and Phyllis won the southwest of Creemore passed away this travelling prize. week. Gerry was a veteran of WWII, High scorers were June Hartley 279, and since his retirement from work has George Blakney 273, Pat Winger 267 been a volunteer driver for the Cancer and Eileen Nash 259. Low was Audrey Society. He will be fondly remembered Tidd with 132. The hidden score of 115

by Norma Royal and Joanne Morby was not won, so it will be worth $13 as he, I believe, taught them to drive next week. a school bus. Our sincere sympathy There was a Happy Birthday card to Gerry’s wife Doris and sons Ron and a song for Irma Flack, and Bob and Doug and families on the loss of Veale thanked Janice Stephens for the a wonderful husband and father. This handdone tray of goodies that she had family has recently faced another loss brought to share with us. when Gerry’s sister, Eleanor Larimer, Because of a shortage of patrons, we was lost in a house fire in Washago just had to cancel our January Rama bus. We one month ago. charge $5 for this trip, and the money We are also very sorry to mention that from this goes into our Senior’s coffers, long-time Seniors member Christina and is a great help funding our catered Linton passed away this week. Christina lunches, and we sincerely thank all the was a McLaughlin (Her uncle Hugh passengers, and particularly our regular used to lead all the school parades, etc, riders who make this possible. We have playing the bagpipes), and her sister an upcoming free bus to Rama to see a Berna was married to Cecil (Smokey) show in February. That coach is full, and Hesselgrave (Tom’s parents).Chris I have a waiting list. was married to Charlie Linton, who There was a really good Chinese predeceased her. She taught school, first supper at the Legion last Friday, and I at Martin School - Upper Honeywood think Mark Madill was, very subtly, SS#20, and then in Dunedin. She raised trying to tell me something when he a family of 3 girls and 2 boys, with brought out from the kitchen not one, another wee boy dying quite young. So but two big wooden serving spoons for to Ida (Pete) Gibson, Hugh (Carmen) me to eat with. Just so I could enjoy my Linton, Frank Linton, Beth (Rick) meal. Now how was that for sweet and Atwood, Gladys (Jim) Stoneham and thoughtful, or what? Personally, I think their families, we send our heartfelt God is going to get you for that, Mark! condolences on the loss of a mother, We would like to send Get Well grand and great grandmother who cared Soon wishes to Mary Lou Rawn who for her family very deeply.

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On a lighter note, Bob and Edith Veale were totally surprised when their grandson Steven, with Candace, Tiarra and the Veales’ first great grandson, David Frederick, arrived unexpectedly from Penhold, Alberta over the holiday season. We also – Warren and I, Grandma Carol Kidd, Grampa Cleve Kidd and Esther and Great Grandmother Marie Kidd – were totally surprised when grandson Cleve Kidd arrived from Alberta with his 17-month-old daughter Cassie, along with Curtis Kidd, whom we knew was flying in. In both cases their wives (both Heathers!) were unfortunately unable to accompany them, but that wee gal happily went just wherever her dad took her. Their visit was much too short, but it certainly made our holidays a lot brighter.

It seems that Ray Leighton, our erstwhile Vice President, was out teaching his Ford Escape how to hunt for dimes in the ditches when suddenly, it must have seen one, and dived for the ditch. Oh, all right, Ray, so you really

just hit an icy spot and spun off the road and into the ditch, which took a tow truck to remedy the problem. I liked my story about the dimes better, though.

But this reminds me of a story that Winston Ferguson mentioned about his dad, Roy – whose driving sometimes could stand a bit of improvement. It seems that, quite a few years ago Roy was driving the car with a bunch of the kids in it, and as he was coming down the hill into Glen Huron he hit a patch of ice, and the car spun out and ended up in the ditch. Roy yelled “Anybody hurt?” The answer came back “No.” “You’re sure nobody’s hurt?” Same reply “No.” So Roy, never slow to pick up on something, said “Well! That just shows what a good driver I am! We could all have been killed!” So there is your answer to anybody who gives you a hard time about driving in the ditch, Ray. You’re a good driver because you’re still alive in the gospel according to Roy! This week is the 100-year anniversary of Five Pin Bowling – a born in Canada sport that became an instant success!

Creemore in Colour and Line Dunedin resident Steve McDonald has lived in the area for 10 years, but he’s never shown his work in Creemore. A frequent contributor to the Drawnonward group of artists in Collingwood and a member of the Level Gallery in that town, McDonald has also sold his work successfully all over Toronto and in Montreal and Vancouver as well.

“I’m just a bit of a hermit,” is his explanation for why he’s kept his work and homelife separate until now.

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computer technology as well, allowing him to make line sketches, scan them into a computer, add colour without using paint, remove the line, print out the work and then reintroduce the line by hand.

The results, he found, lent themselves to the quirkiness of Creemore, and as a result McDonald is staging his first local show, at Curiosity House until the end of January.

On display are a dozen or so whimsical visions of our village – a show that shouldn’t be missed. For more on Steve’s work, visit www.steviemcd.com.

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Volunteers still needed for figure skating weekend (Continued from page 1) “If anyone’s hanging out with nothing to do next weekend, we could use you,” said Gowan, again laughing.

The biggest event on the regional figure skating calendar, Huronia Funskate has never before been held in Creemore due to inadequate dressing room space. But with the recently completed addition to the arena, the Creemore Skating Club was able to bid successfully for the event 18 months ago. Since then, Gowan and Bigham and their dedicated committee have been hard at work.

Members of the community are encouraged to attend next weekend, both to cheer on our local participants and to soak up the excitement of what, for many young skaters, is a first taste of a major Skate Canada-sanctioned competition.

Also of interest will be a visit from Barbara Underhill, who together with partner Paul Martini was a five-time Canadian Champion and one-time World Champion pairs skater. Underhill will be at the event primarily to watch her niece Abby, a member of the Creemore Skating Club, but she will also be signing autographs for the public between 12 and 4 pm on Sunday.

A full schedule of events will appear in next week’s Creemore Echo. Attendance at the competition will cost $6 per day for adults, $3 per day for seniors and children from 4 to 12, and free for children 3 and under.

In the meantime, those wishing to offer their lastminute help can do a number of things. On Tuesday, January 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, the Skating Club will hold a “goodie bag” stuffing party – with 350 bags to stuff, the more hands on deck the merrier. As well, Gowan and Bigham said they are looking for a donation of at least one box of 8 1/2 x 11 paper – with over 30 judged events per day, the competition will generate a lot of paperwork. To help, call 466-2995.

Incoming NCPS principal Doug Paul spent most of last week getting to know his new students, including House Captains (left to right) Matt Duitz, Nichole Jessop, Mary Bruer, Zach Whitley and Jackson Clarke.

New principal eager to meet community

(Continued from page 1) Wasaga Beach and then Forest Hill in Midhurst.

He lives in Collingwood with his wife Lesley, who owns and operates Stuart Ellis IDA, and their children Jonathan and Andrew, both of whom attend Admiral Collingwood Public School.

Paul spent his first week getting to know his staff and students, as well as the school council, which he praised for the commitment its members show toward the school’s children.

“I like to think of myself as very student-focused,” he said. “If there’s something out there that will benefit our students, I will advocate for it.”

Paul also said he was excited to be stationed in

a vibrant place like Creemore, and expressed hope that strong bonds can be built between the school and the community.

“I want the community to feel like they’re welcome here,” he said. “My door is always open.”

To that end, Paul also said he planned to host a volunteer orientation night sometime in February, in hopes of finding residents who would like to lend their time and expertise to the NCPS learning environment.

“I’m certainly happy to be here,” he said. “I’m looking forward to meeting as many people as I can.”

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The Creemore Pastoral This is my first column Charge of the United for 2009, and I wish to Church welcomes Rev.Tony extend my best wishes for a Rennett back following year filled with memories, his holidays with the love, faith and lots of regular worship schedule happiness. on January 18: Avening 2009 has already brought Sandra at 9 am, New Lowell at many wishes for happy BEDNAREK 10:15 am, and St. John’s at birthdays to Aislyn and 11:30 am. Members of the Wendy Curran, Donna Worship Committee are reminded of a Lamers, Blanche Goodacre, Ella meeting on January 19 at New Lowell Hayward, Andrea and Allison United Church starting at 1 pm.

Lancaster, Krystle Belknap and the The New Lowell Public School Kell boys. We wish these people a will begin their soup lunch program wonderful year. starting November 14. Children and Winter is upon us, so get your mittens staff can buy a hot bowl of homemade on ready for Winterama from February soup for $1 each Wednesday for 5 – 8. Skating, a pancake breakfast, lunch. They must bring their own activities at the park and a Saturday bowl and spoon. Volunteers are needed Dance at the Legion are some of the for making and serving the soup. For fun things planned for that weekend. more information please call Terry Please go to www.sunnidalewinterama.

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My thought for today is... for 2009 Children are reminded that Story try to love people and use things, not Hour will resume at the Sunnidale love things and use people.

Branch on January 29 at 10:30 a.m.

If you have any information for this Please sign up at the Library to reserve column please call Sandra at 424-6497 a place. I look forward to a wonderful or sandra.bednarek@sympatico.ca. winter of reading fun.

Hazel Davies

Reiki – Tuning Into Life’s Energy Hazel Davies has always felt like a healer, and when she found Reiki she felt like she’d found her home.

Recently returned to the area after a several years of extended travel, Davies has opened a Reiki practice in Creemore and hopes to introduce people to the ancient craft.

Traceable to ancient Tibet, Reiki was rediscovered in the mid 1800s in Japan and brought to the west in the 1920s.

Today there are hundreds of Reiki Masters across the world.

The principle behind Reiki is that there is a “universal life energy.” To tune in, you must decide that, just for

today, you will let go of worry, let go of anger, do your work honestly, give thanks for your blessings and be kind to your neighbours and all living things.

Because Davies has tuned in and trained to be a master, she can manipulate the energy within us by using special hand placements on or just above the body.

Reiki is great to keep one focused, centred and grounded. It’s also great after injuries or surgery. According to Davies, there is no end to its capabilities.

To book an appointment, call 4663171.

• Service Directory • General Practise of Law Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Drywall • Painting Carpentry • Tile Work Masonry • Roofing

Make one call - we do it all

JOHN L. FERRIS Barrister & Solicitor

General Contracting Renovations & Repairs

190 Mill Street T 705-466-3888

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PLUMBING Servicing Creemore and surrounding area

(705) 466-5807 Licensed and insured

Over 30 years experience

Neil I McAvoy 705.466.3804

Ramona A. Greer CGA Certified General Accountant 28 Elizabeth Street East Creemore, Ontario

(Division of 1599674 ONTARIO INC.)

(705) 466-2602 (705) 428-6072 NEW HOMES, ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS

Valley Auto & Tech Repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks!

Member of the Certified General Accountants of Ontario

Interlocking Stone Carpentry and Renovations Painting and Drywall Asphalt Shingles Evan Dodd Contractor - Creemore Phone (705) 730-3915

(705) 422-0114 1-866-629-5396 georgianbay@mollymaid.ca

Relieve your stress Feel calm & refreshed

Call Rose (really)

For all your towing and recovery needs!

Kells Service Centre 80 High Street, Collingwood (705) 445-3421 • Fax (705) 445-7404

5992 Con 2, New Lowell

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For Holistic Help in Your Garden...YourWay

Garry Stamp, Owner/Operator

TOWING

Prints • Supplies • Lessons FRAMING OF ALL ART

Gardening Angels

(705) 445-8713

Towing at its best!

Heather’s Paper Tole & Custom Framing

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Bus. (705) 428-3393 ~ Res. (705) 466-2343

PLUMBER Jason Gardner

Paul Briggs Master Painter

(705) 466-5572

Over 25 Years Experience

Susan’s Grooming Salon

Call for your free estimate

PROFESSIONAL GROOMING FOR ALL BREEDS 31 Caroline St. E East entrance OPEN Mon-Fri Call for appointments

Tel: (705) 466-3519

(705) 466-3746

Qualified service for all your plumbing needs

Painting & Repair Contracting For all your automotive needs 8427 Conc Rd 3 Lisle (705) 424-9993

Lose 6 to 20” in 1 Hour Guaranteed

Expert Painting Professional Masonry Repair Handyman Services Over 20 Years Experience

New Lowell • 424-0708

CREEMORE Cleaning Service

REIKI TREATMENTS

CHIROPRACTIC DR. NEIL PATRICK

from $30 by appointment or by chance detoxifying Bodywrap Therapy by Megan

Hazel Davies Reiki Master

416-278-6529 • 705-434-4005

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SWIFTLY SLENDER, THE CELEBRITY SECRET

1 Elizabeth St. W. Creemore

Enviro-safe cleaning supplies

Over 30 years experience

Residential & Commercial

705-466-2149

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Ed Thomas (705) 429-8415 trianglewoodfloors.com

218 Main Street,

We don’t cut corners, we clean them!

call for your FREE estimate

Repairs & restores old wood floors Installs new or antique random plank Sands & finishes onsite to your specs

We weed, prune, edge, plant, water, cultivate, topdress, etc.

Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie

• Insured & Bonded Staff • 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Triangle Wood Floors

Safety’s & Fuel Injection

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D-ODD JOB

phone 466-3334 • fax 466-5166

Verstegen Homes

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CREEMORE MEDICAL CENTRE

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CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 16, 2009 •

DEATH NOTICES

FOR SALE

SERVICES

Seasoned FIREWOOD for sale. Delivery available. Call Bruce Kidd. 466-6728.

BUSI-B BOOKKEEPING. Affordable bookkeeping service, accurate recording, honest and confidential specializing in small business and farm finances. Call Lynn at 466-2477.

WOOD STOVE. Vermont Casting Intrepid Model Catalytic System. Heats 500-1000 sq ft. Nearly new. Will sacrifice for $1200. Also old wooden skis with leather harness & bamboo poles. Great décor for $100. Call (705) 429-3285.

FOR RENT CREEMORE STUDIO/OFFICE SPACE for rent. Large space suitable for two or more artists or small-business owners. Reasonable monthly rate. Please call (705) 446-4841 for details.

ROLLING RIDGE ROOFING & SNOW REMOVAL. We clear your roof & decks of snow & icicles. Call Kevin (519) 986-2545.

HEALTH CARE PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER – Are you needing help with daily activities, housework, restorative therapy, life enrichment, palliative or dementia care? Call Linda 424-1239.

WORK WANTED

HOUSE for rent. 3 bedroom in Creemore.

Large lot. $800 / month + utilities. No smoking or pets. References including work. Available February 1. First & last required. Call (705) 424-0879.

Wanted – ODD JOBS for winter season – cutting wood, piling wood, shovelling snow, many other odd jobs.

Available Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Phone 466-5240.

HELP WANTED

TIRES FOR SALE

The Mad & Noisy Gallery seeks a parttime ADMINISTRATOR on a contract basis to be responsible for day-to-day administration, financial management, sales and customer service. Contact Elizabeth Eakins at info@madandnoisy. com before January 30, 2009 for a position description and to submit a resume.

Good used SNOW TIRES. Bridgstone Blizzacks 4 215/55R17-940, 4 P235/75R15-1050. Best cash offer. Call John at 466-2763.

Part-time employment opportunity.

Experienced YOUTH WORKERS (15 hrs. per week) needed to work with a community group organizing activities for youth in Creemore & surrounding area starting in March.

Previous professional experience working with youth is mandatory.

Communication skills (both written and oral) along with the ability to relate to teens are extremely important. Research skills an asset. Submit your resume and expected hourly wage to Youth Worker Position, c/o Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline Street West, Box 1219, Creemore ON L0M 1G0 or fax to (705) 466-9908 or email info@creemore.com not later that January 30, 2009.

YOGA CLASSES YOGA with Catherine Randall starts Monday, January 19 at Station on the Green. See ad on page 4 for details.

HALL RENTAL Rent CREEMORE LEGION HALL for birthdays, anniversaries or special events. Call Creemore Legion at 4662202 or call Robin Boyce at 466-6050 for details.

IN MEMORIAM In memory of Mildred Lightheart, M o t h e r, G r a n d m o t h e r, G r e a t Grandmother and Great Great Grandmother.

It is a year since you left us & now we face another year without you Mom, ever missing and ever loving you.

Ron, Marg and families In memory of Dorothy Ann Smith, a dear and precious Aunt.

Six years have come and gone.

Your goodness to us ever in our hearts.

Your nieces and nephews Ron, Marg, Lois, Marilyn & Stephen

HOBBS, William Victor – It is with great sadness that we announce that our loving husband, father and grandfather Bill died on Monday, January 12, 2009, at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. An “aggie” from Macdonald College, his great love of country led he and his wife Anna to move full-time to Dunedin after weekending in the area for nearly 30 years. In addition to his wife, he leaves his daughters Susan (Joel Rosenbloom) and Margaret (Chuck Wust) and the two best grandsons, Ben and Samuel. Friends are invited to gather Saturday, January 17 at 2 pm at Knox Presbyterian Church in Dunedin (7 km west of Creemore on Cty Rd 9) for a celebration of Bill’s life, with a reception to follow at the Dunedin Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Knox Presbyterian Church Garden Fund, Hospice Georgian Triangle or Rotary Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. Details available at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

Book your Classified Ad for only 60¢ per word. $15 minimum (GST included.)

Call by 5 pm on Tuesday for that Friday’s publication.

Tel 705-466-9906 fax 705-466-9908 or email sara@creemore.com Echo classifieds are now online at www.creemore.com.

We can help you commemorate your loved one.

open 7 days a week (705) 466 -3400 Mill St. Creemore

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www.seaandski.on.ca Come as you are and explore your faith at a pace that is right for you.

Stayner Brethren in Christ Church Worship Service 10:35 a.m.

6th Conc., 1 Km N. of Cty. Rd. 91

For more information 705-428-6537 www.staynerbic.com

COUNTRY ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

AUCTION

We currently have a wide range of in-stock monuments discounted and ready for spring installation.

Steve McDonald’s

In-store special sales come and see!

Love the Millsaps

Saturday, January 31 @ 10am

Views From The Valley continues in the Gallery

Happy Birthday Shauna

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HAY & STRAW WANTED. Small square bales of good quality hay. Will pick up. Call Gary Hogan at (519) 941-7812.

Make this year a clean one… HOUSE CLEANING service available weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. In the business locally for 8 years, references available.

Call Lorraine at (705) 423-9076.

LINTON, Christina passed away at Collingwood General & Marine Hospital on Monday, January 12, 2009 in her 87th year. Christina, beloved wife of the late Charles Linton. Loving mother of Ida and her husband Pete Gibson, Beth Atwood, Gladys and her husband Jim Stoneham, Hugh and his wife Carmen Linton and Frank Linton. Predeceased by her son Harold Linton, sisters Berna, Patricia, Jean and one grandchild. Survived by her brother Eric McLaughlin.

Christina will be forever cherished by her nine grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A funeral service was held at Fawcett Funeral Homes – Creemore Chapel on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. Spring Interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to a Charity of Choice would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Christina’s on-line Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com

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The Classifieds

B8200 KUBOTA TRACTOR with Loader & Backhoe 54” snow blower and 48” Tiller. Excellent condition.

Asking $15,500 or best offer. Call (705) 718-5295.

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Dave Ferguson

Memorials 1062 County Road 42, Stayner, ON

428.2818 888.424-8201 davefergusonmemorials.ca

Royal Canadian Legion Hall, Creemore to feature An excellent selection of Canadian & European antique pine & oak furniture – flat to wall cupboards, wardrobes, jam cupboards, harvest & lamp tables, open hutches, bookcases, country benches, kitchen & writing tables, blanket boxes, dressers, vanity, rockers, sets of chairs, pail stands, hat & coat racks, corner cupboards, general store counters, redware pottery, crocks, woodenware, butter bowls, buckets, pressing irons & scales, paintings & prints, majolica pottery, religious icons & carvings, folkart & wildlife carvings, old decoys, antique tools & cabinetmaker workbench, early hand-drawn fire pumper, snowshoes, wooden skiis, country primitives, lightning rod balls, hand-loomed rugs, qty of Persian carpets & runners, etc.

Terms: Cash, cheque, Visa, MC, debit. 10% buyers premium.

John Simpson Auctioneer 1-800-438-8138

“ A family oriented business.”

www.simpsonauctions.com

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• CREEMORE ECHO •

Friday, January 16, 2009

Sports

Mixed Curling Winners

Atoms Win Another “B� Championship For the third time in as many tries, the Creemore Valley Atom Rep team won a tournament consolation championship. The team won two out of three games in Marmora, with player of the game honours going to Brendan Macham, Darren Trafford and Brody Carruthers. Here are the happy winners. Front row (l-r): Jacob Underhill, Brendan Macham and James Watt; Second row: Ryan Young and Zackary Johnston; Third row: Trainer John Underhill, Brady Carruthers, Darren Trafford, Luke Whitley, Carter Hamilton and Troy Scott; Fourth row: Coach Bernie Young and Manager Joe Hamilton. Absent from the picture is Kenny Baldwin-Hammill.

Marilyn Steed (right) presents the Jaymar Farm Trophy to the round one winners of the Mixed League (l-r): Barbara Simpson (lead), Rick Kelly (second), Diane Kelly (vice) and Steve Lindsay (skip).

The winners of the Echo’s Salvation Army Food & Toy Drive draw have now been in to pick up their Company’s Coming cookbooks.

To see their smiling faces, please check out the slideshow at

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Call your local public school for registration dates and information (visit www.scdsb.on.ca for school phone numbers and addresses).

Gather the necessary documentation. We require proof of your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birth date and address, and request his/her record of immunization. Additional records are required. Your local public school will provide further information or visit www.scdsb.on.ca.

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Simcoe County parents who cannot register during regular school hours may call 705-734-6363, ext. 11750 to arrange a Saturday appointment. These appointments will be scheduled on February 21, 28 and March 7, between 10 am and 2 pm, in the Barrie Learning Centre at the Bayfield Mall. Parents will be asked to bring all required documents.

Welcome to a wonderful journey of learning!