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Retirement is not slowing down Uxbridge’s Conrad Boyce DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: For most, retirement offers the chance to relax, but for Uxbridge’s Conrad Boyce it has brought a flurry of activity over the past year that is showing no signs of slowing down in the months ahead.

A mainstay of the local arts community for almost two decades, Conrad has been involved in many projects as an actor, director, producer, teacher, playwright, conductor, singer, set designer/builder, lighting/sound technician, editor, publisher and writer.

With four theatre projects either on the go or upcoming, Conrad has further broadened his portfolio by recently declaring as a candidate for

Ward 4 Councillor in this fall’s municipal election.

Originally from Edmonton, Conrad moved to the area from the Yukon in 1995, and it didn’t take long for him to establish connections in the Uxbridge community.

“I had just moved from the Yukon with a friend.

We were living over near Sutton and our landlord mentioned that if we wanted a true taste of small-town, rural Ontario, we should check out the Uxbridge Fall Fair,” Conrad recalled sitting on the sun-drenched deck behind his home in Uxbridge. “In the fair book, there were audition notices for the Uxbridge Chamber Choir and a play with the Uxbridge Players, so I auditioned for both and got in the following week. Then, Donna van Veghel men-

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tioned that she was looking to take a year off from conducting the youth choir, so I took that on as well. So, within two weeks of arriving, I was in a play, in a choir and conducting a choir.”

In the summer of 1997, Conrad married his wife Lisa. That year, Conrad also founded the Uxbridge Musical Theatre Company, which would later merge with the Uxbridge Players to form OnStage Uxbridge, the premier community theatre company in the township. Since arriving in Uxbridge, Conrad has been involved in some capacity with more than 60 different stage productions.

In 1998, Conrad expanded his theatrical endeavours, and took on the job of putting together a summer theatre program at the Academy Theatre

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“I basically lost my shirt on that one, so I spent the next two-and-a-half years working in the communication department for the Ontario College of Nurses in Toronto until my debts were paid off from the summer theatre. And by that point, I’d had enough of the big city, so for the next four years I worked as a supply teacher and freelance journalist.”

Then, in 2005, Conrad was at the forefront of the group that brought the Uxbridge Cosmos to the community, drawing inspiration from The Standard in launching the community newspaper.

“The Standard was definitely an inspiration for the Cosmos, and it started with a lot of help. Myself and others felt that the Times-Journal had become estranged from the community and was no longer a community newspaper. We knew right from the start that we would only distribute in Uxbridge and our stories would only focus on Uxbridge and its residents,” Conrad explained.

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The team is pleased to announce that Milk Bone Canada has partnered with the group this year to make the event bigger and better than ever!

A fun-filled day for dogs and their whole family, the Museum is expecting more than 2,000 dogs, their owners and interested spectators to join in the weekend-long fun that aims to promote the proper training and care of dogs and to celebrate the joy of sharing our lives with our canine friends.

“Dog Days is the most fun you can have with your best friend - I like the raucous fun of dock diving, the sport of disc dog, the fashion show is hysterical and the kids really get a kick out of it. You are guaranteed to have a fabulous day,” said

Paula Bund, owner of two large Golden Doodles.

Highlights of this year’s Dog Days of Scugog include: Ontario Dock Dogs, WoofJocks Canine AllStars demonstrations, Scugog Disc Dogs, Sporting Detection Dogs, Rally-Obedience, Fashion Shows, Radar Racing and the Canine Good Neighbour Test.

There will also be a vendors’ market, non-profit exhibits, parade of breeds, children’s crafts, archival exhibit, BBQ and more.

Dog Days runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors and $2 for children 5-12 years. Children four and under are free. Family weekend passes are also available for $20 (includes two adults and unlimited children 12 and under).

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Toll Free 1-800-461-1468 Air Marshal Landing - Matt Simmonds, Cory Adrian and Graham Drummond - rehearse in the loft of Matt’s Uxbridge garage. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard UXBRIDGE: Air Marshal Landing are a group of best friends with common interests and a shared passion for music, and their own uncomprimising creative license - “We play what we play, because we want to play it.”

Cory Adrian, Matt Simmonds and Graham Drummond are not necessarily a band, but rather, friends who happen to make music together.

This trio never ceases to amaze with their heartfelt and relatable lyrics, upbeat and uplifting melodies, and uncanny ability to sound like a stage full of musicians on different instruments.

Air Marshal Landing is absolutely infectious.

Halfway through any song, you’ll find yourself humming along to the music, and finding your own meaning and lessons from their stories.

When Cory, Graham and Matt were asked to explain

just ‘who are Air Marshal Landing?’ they responded with - “There’s three of us - we’re either a very debilitated octopus with three hands, or we could make up half of an ant.”

This off-the-wall answer set the mood for the rest of the interview, and gave insight to how this band operates.

Air Marshal Landing don’t strive to make hitsingle pop albums or fit into a genre for radio play, they create and shape music for the sake of it - trying to reflect their own thoughts, memories and feelings. It’s always fun and there’s never a dull moment.

The product which comes out at the end is pure, unadulterated nostalgia with a feel-good centre - halcyon days and lonely nights packed full of metaphors, which every single listener can relate to.

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The band admits that, when asked about their formation, they like to tell interesting and sometimes scary stories to explain their trio - including the tale of Mountain Man Graham snatching his bandmates from a hiking trail, and enslaving them as travelling musicians.

In reality - they met, made some music together, and thought it sounded great.

“Cory and myself [Matt] grew up in Uxbridge, we both played instruments together a few times in church and high school,” said Matt. “After I went off to University of Western Ontario, I met Graham.

Then, Cory and I needed a drummer, so we drafted this mountain man from Waterdown, Ontario and thought he was awesome.

It was just synergy.”

Matt described the coming together of Air Marshal Landing as a sort of merging of two worlds - his days growing up carefree in Uxbridge with his close friend Cory, and the brave new world he saw and felt while away at school.

Graham explained that all three musicians grew up playing in a smattering of very different bands and are all well-versed in music. At their outset, each musicians would often play in basements, in churches, at high school dances, and really anywhere that would give them a musical outlet.

Graham’s first band was a hardcore group known as ‘Cheery Rainbow Sunshine Fish’ - he supplied the screaming and death growls.

In Air Marshal Landing, he likes to play drums, melodica and synths and is billed as ‘Lead Hummer’.

At the core of it all, becoming musicians was never a concious decision for these three - it was simply an obvious outlet for their creativity, a destiny that couldn’t be avoided.

Whether jamming in a garage or crammed in a van on tour, Air Marshal Landing enjoys playing a simple game.

The rules of ‘The Word Game’ dictate one point for a well-spoken or properly utilized large word, and lose a point for the incorrect use of a word, or when one is just made up.

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NORTH DURHAM SEAGRAVE by Robin Drew and Jean Short We hope that everyone is enjoying the beautiful summer weather... a little rain that is needed for crops and gardens and beautiful sunshine for the ones that are on vacation.

Congratulations to new grandparents, Bruce and Gwen Luke on the birth of their granddaughter, Cassandra. Proud parents are Geoff and Jenny Luke. Jenny’s mom is visiting from the Phillipines.

Happy Birthday to Tara Taylor.

The Cooke’s residence in Robinglade sure was a busy place Saturday - as grandaughter Ava hosted her annual Ringette pool party! All the girls had a blast! The weather was perfect!

On Aug. 1 and 2, Miller Memorial Church is having a yard sale from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the 1st, and 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the 2nd, along with a pie table. If you know of anyone who has any items to donate, please call Janet at 705-7862179. Vendor tables are available for $10. This is a fundraiser to raise money to put a new roof on the church.

Betty Lou Beacock is looking for teenage volunteers to help with our Vacation Bible School at the Seagrave Church from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., running from Aug. 11 to 15 (games, crafts, songs, etc.). Please contact her at 905-985-3595 if interested. This is a good way to get volunteer hours for school!

Please keep Rev. Paul and Hazel

Coates in your prayers.

Church is closed for the month of July, and will re-open on Aug. 3. In the meantime, all are welcome to attend services Greenbank Church.

Aug. 3 9:15 a.m. Church Guest Speakers - Eleanor Sturman and Carol Coleman.

Aug. 10 9:15 a.m. Church Guest Speaker - Betty Lou Beacock.

Aug. 10 Golf Tournament - $35 for the day which includes a Steak BBQ. If you only wish to golf - $20. If you only want to attend the BBQ - $15. Please bring a pot luck salad or dessert and your lawn chairs. For more information, call Rick at 905-985-8383.

Aug. 11 to 15 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Seagrave VIBE Program is running.

Please contact Betty Lou at 905-9852595 to pre-register or for more information. Please save small cardboard boxes, coloured cord or ribbon, pillowcases, coloured duct tape, wide ribbon with wire along the edges or any donation to purchase supplies and snacks.

Aug. 17 - 9:15 a.m. Church - Guest Speaker - Brooke Acton.

Aug. 24 - 9:15 a.m. Church - Guest Speaker - Barb Martyn.

Aug. 31 - 9:15 a.m. Church - Guest Speaker - Don Real.

Please contact either mrsdruske@hotmail.com or grammiejean2010@hotmail. com to put news in upcoming editions of this column.

ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling Hot days, rainy days make the garden, including weeds and grass, just pop! Lots of baby birds around (far too many) grackles and redwings, baby hairy woodpeckers, flickers, purple finches and orioles. There seems to be a dearth of butterflies and dragonflies however.

Best wishes to Sara Wilson who celebrated her 20th birthday. Dad Philip recently retired from many years as teacher and principal.

Congrats also to Leah Daniels, who won the voter’s choice Canadian Country Music Award and will be performing in Edmonton in September.

Grace Walker attended the Uxbridge Secondary School graduation. Grandson Brent Smalley was one of about 300, but Grace was amazed at not only how many Ontario Scholars there were, but at the choices they were making for continuing education. Congrats to all of them!

The “Ride for the Oak Ridge Moraine” which took place July 6, raised $2,520.

Organizer Mary Dube reported this money goes to purchase property, legal costs, ongoing management, tree planting and other stewardship programmes.

The play “Ballad of a Bohemian” based on “The Bohemian” by Robert W. Service and adapted by Conrad Boyce, opened at the Fifth Line Church this past Friday night. The audience was

small but very appreciative. Conrad portrayed the Bohemian and he was accompanied by Jane Loewen playing the piano, the accordion or singing; a wonderful dynamic, evocative and emotional presentation not to be missed.

Check the papers or Museum website/ Facebook page for dates.

Don’t miss the “Uxbridge at War” display either. In July a special feature will be the exhibit entitled “Dear Sadie”.

Good to see Dennis and Jean Trowse back from their month-long trip to the Maritimes. They visited their grandson in New Brunswick, and met their just-born second great-grandchild. In Twillingate, Nfld., they attended their granddaughters wedding and report that it was quite cold as ice-bergs filled the harbour, so much that an ice-breaker had to be used to clear a path for shipping.

Joan Sine led the Sunday service and popular speaker Jay Hooper gave the message, “If You Want to walk on Water You Have to get Out of the Boat”. Joan had foot surgery a month ago, and is currently off work, but able to spend time with her and Rodney’s first grandchild.

Next Sunday, Mary Foster is the guest speaker at church.

Sorry to report that Margaret McNelly is not feeling up to snuff lately and wish her returning health, along with several others.

Friday, July 18 The Port Perry Legion Branch 419 Ladies Auxiliary is holding their 4th annual golf tournament at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and entry fee includes golf, cart, steak dinner and prizes. For more information, please contact Wenday at 905-985-6124 or wendynorton@powergate.ca.

Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20 Ribfest at Elgin Park, free admission to the park. Enjoy four different ribbers, along with entertainment throughout the weekend.

Saturday, July 19 Yard and Bake Sale, presented by the Scugog Island UCW from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Portview Rd. Get some baking and check out the many treasures.

Sunday, July 20 North Durham Nature presents a Butterfly Walk with James Kamstra from 10 a.m. to noon at Countryside Preserve behind Rona and Walmart in Uxbridge. All are welcome to this chance to get a closer look at the smaller creatures of nature. No dogs please. For more information, visit www. northdurha,nature.com.

Wednesday, July 23 Port Perry Fiddle Club July Dance and Jam at the Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St. Doors open at 6 p.m., fiddlers, pickers, singers and dancers entertain all night long. Admission is $5, call 905-985-7557 for more information.

Thursday, July 24 Camille’s Corner Gift Shop invites you to celebrate Christmas in July from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Education Room at Lakeridge Health Port Perry. Unwrap incredible specials including clearance items at 50% off and selected fashion accessories and nightwear buy one get one free.

Sunday, July 27 Decoration Day Service at Sunderland Cemetery at 2 p.m. In case of inclement weather, service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church.

Friday, August 1 Greenbank United Church is holding its 38th annual Beef Barbecue from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Advance tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for children, and

free for kids under six. Tickets available from last year’s sellers or by calling Rodd at 905985-8298.

August 11-15 Greenbank and Seagrave United Church VIBE Summer Camp for ages 4 to 12. Greenbank mornings (call Debbie at 905-985-2090. Seagrave afternoons (call Betty at 905-9853595). * Uxbridge Community Sports Camp to be held at Quaker Village PS and hosted

by Living Water Community Church from 8:30 am. to 4 p.m., for ages six to 13. Cost is $105 per camper. Registration forms are available at www.livingwateruxbridge.ca.

For further details, call 905852-2059.

1st and 3rd Tuesdays Port Perry Rug Hookers Group, Upstairs at Vos, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 905-985-1198.

1st and 3rd Thursdays Meditation sessions, at Siloam Hall, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., bring comfortable cushions, cost is donation, info: 905-852-9974 or www.invitationtomeditation.ca.

Every Monday * Latcham Centre, Senior’s Shuffleboard Club, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., drop in all seniors welcome. * Uxbridge Legion Pipes and Drums welcomes new members and offers free lessons for both, Uxbridge Legion, 109 Franklin St., Uxbridge 8 p.m. info: Alex 905-649-1620. * Pineridge Chorus of Sweet Adelines rehearsal, 7:15 p.m., Uxbridge Music Hall, 905-8526327 Every Tuesday * Cruisin Classic Car Show at Emmanuel Community Church, 1680 Reach St., weather permitting from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hosted by the Cruisin’ Classics Car Club, open to vehicles 1989 and older. * Knitting , crocheting , or bring your other crafts to Caesarea church hall at 3625 Hwy 57. Our main focus is making baby items for charity.

Yarn donations appreciated.

Call Joyce 905 986 0777. * Victory Christian Centre (Revolution) youth group, ages 12 and up,7:30 p.m., info: 905-985-1346. * Teen Zumba, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Uxpool, ages - 13 - 18,

905-852-7831, camps@town. uxbridge.on.ca * Mish Mash Dance Class, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., ages 9 - 12, 905-852-7831 camps@town. uxbridge.on.ca * Bridge and, regular and bid, 1 p.m., Latcham Centre, Port Perry Seniors. * Sunderland Legion, Bingo, 7 p.m. * Euchre, 7:30 p.m., St. John’s Anglican Church, Blackstock, year round, sponsored by the Cartwright Seniors. * Men’s Promise Keepers, 7 a.m., Emmanuel Community Church, Reach St., Port Perry (across from arena). * The Port Perry Artists’ Association meets upstairs at Vos’ 7 p.m. * Port Perry Senior’s Gentle Exercise, 10:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, 905-985-4086.

Every Wednesday * Port Perry Senior’s Chorus, 12:30 p.m., Latcham Centre, Gord Emmerson 905-982-8745. * Handicapable Ministry’, Trinity United Church, 20 First Ave., Uxbridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. All special needs women and men are welcome, info 905-852-6213. * North Durham Concert Band meets 7 p.m., R.H.Cornish School, new members welcome. * West Shore Village progressive and refreshments, 905985-8660. * Port Perry Senior’s Watercolours, 11:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, (must purchase own supplies), 905-473-5405. * Port Perry Senior’s Crafts and Wood-carving, 9 a.m., Latcham Centre, Gord Emmerson 905982-8745. * Join IODE Women Who Make A Difference IODE, Susie Sorabji Chapter will meet in the evening during the fall, women of all ages are invited to attend and learn about volunteer work with IODE. * Brock Township Public Library, Cannington Branch, Fall Storytime 11 a.m., three to six-year-olds. * Brock Township Public Library, Sunderland Branch, Fall Storytime 2:15 p.m., three to sixyear-olds. * Scugog Shuffleboard Club, Blackstock arena, 9:45 a.m. to noon and 12:45 p.m. to 3 p.m., info: 905-986-5530.

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GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till

SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C. Le Saux-Ball Call to worship this past weekend was called by the Rev. Michelle Hofman, a warm and friendly welcome went out to all in attendance at Scugog Island United Church. The message this week was “the Sower.” Thanks and appreciation goes out to Ron and Cathy For providing the Refreshments at time for fellowship.

Yard and Bake sale this Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. at the residence of the Wilson’s at 40 Portview Rd. If you would like to bring items for the yard sale and attend them please feel free. If any of the congregation ladies would like to make and donate items for the bake sale that would be greatly appreciated.

This weekend, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, is Hosting the 18th Annual Pow Wow, July 19 and 20, each day begins with a Sunrise Ceremony, everyone is welcome to come, women are request to wear long skirts please. Breakfast follows the ceremony for the participants.

The Pow Wow, has Grand Entry at noon, and continues until about 5 p.m., at which time there is a brief supper time shut down after Drumming will continue, into the early evening on Saturday.

All are welcome to attend this event, bring your own chairs. Please No Dogs/Pets. Also, Pow Wow is a Alcohol and Drug Free event. There is also Rough Camping available The Pow Wow grounds are located 1 km north of the Casino watch for signs, for more information please call: 905-985-3337.

For this week, there is a Happy Anniversary going out to Jim and Jan Gerrow on the 19th.

Happy Birthday Wishes goes out to: Kassie Demone 18, Wayne Byberg Genevieve Derouin both on the 19, and Happy Birthday to anyone who I may have missed this week.

I can be reached at 905-985-7662 by phone, or jc.lesaux@me.com by e-mail for all submissions to the Scugog Island news.

BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly Wishes for improved health are extended to Hazel Coates who is a patient in the Oshawa Stroke Centre from her many friends.

Everyone is invited to the official re-opening of the Recreation Centre after its extensive renovation on Thursday, July 24, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dignitaries from various levels will be in attendance.

Come and see its new look.

Two busloads of residents of Canterbury Common under the direction of Joan and Harvey Gra-

ham enjoyed an agricultural tour of our area last Wednesday, after visiting White Feather Farm and Linton Farms the group enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by the UCW at the United Church.

After lunch, they toured Swain Beef, Hollylee Limousines and made a brief stop at Breezy Acres to enjoy the scenic views.

These frequent showers are so very difficult for the farmers as they are trying to make hay for the winter for their livestock.

There continues to be no church services at either Blackstock or Nestleton United Churches during Rev. Linda Saffrey’s vacation.

Winners at the Tuesday evening card party were Lorna Edgerton, Ellen Gibson, Audrey Mahaffy, Doris Manns and Vivian Canning low. Laura Zyck had the most lone hands. The specials were won by Marion Coppins, Jocelyn Bradbury, Aila Morgan and Ken Middleton.

Auditions for ‘Emily’ set for next week UXBRIDGE: OnStage Uxbridge has announced open auditions for their new musical ‘Emily’, based on the Emily of New Moon books

by Lucy Maud Montgomery.

The musical by Richard Ouzounian and Marek Norman will open OnStage Uxbridge’s 2014-14 season in October, under direction from Conrad Boyce.

The auditions will be held Monday, July 21 or Thursday, July 24 at 7 p.m. (your choice!) at St. Andrew’s-Chalmers Presbyterian Church (Church Street Entrance) 40 Toronto St. S. in Uxbridge.

All auditioners should come at 7 p.m. sharp, as this will be a collective audition. No preparation is necessary.

All will learn the same song from the show, then perform it individually. There will be a collective dance audition, followed by a collective

reading from the script.

Callbacks, if required, will be held at the same locale, Monday, July 28 at 7 p.m.

Rehearsals will begin in August (no weekends!). Show dates are Oct. 9 to 18 at the Uxbridge Music Hall.

There are roles available for men and women, boys and girls, of all ages from 7 to 77, with the largest leads being for four young people aged 16-26, two male and two female. The heroine is Emily Starr, an orphan and gifted writer, and the play is full of powerful music. Romance, mystery and tragedy all play a part in this uplifting show.

For more information, please call Mr. Boyce at 905-852-4969, or send an e-mail to conradboyce@ powergate.ca.

Greenbank United Church will hold its’ 38th Annual Beef Barbecue on Friday, August 1, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This yearly church/ community event supports the church’s expenses and outreach programs. Initiated in 1976 by the Board of Stewards, people have continued to attend, volunteers help with set up Wednesday night and Friday, serve on Friday, scrub and wrap potatoes on Thursday to bake in eleven ovens on BBQ day. Homemade pies, other delicious desserts, The Chicken Coop Bakery’s dinner rolls are all donated. Community picnic tables are gathered Friday morning and returned on Saturday by the clean-up crew. Ongoing musical entertainment plays to the crowd of approximately 1,000 folks gathered on the church lawn. This year we welcome a Port Perry group “Plan B”, so bring your lawn chair, stay and enjoy! Takeouts are available too. Advance tickets – adults $20, children $5 and under 6 free, tickets are available from last year’s seller or Rodd at 905-985-8298. To volunteer your help (student volunteer hours available), please call Dianne at 905-985-3745 or e-mail diannepelletier@hotmail.com.

Just a reminder of the Pearl Garden tour at Brian Jones and family’s home, 18 Pearl Dr., Greenbank, west subdivision, on Sunday, July 20. Daylilies, heucheras, hostas, Echinacea’s, clematis and much more for your tour.

On Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., come see cows milked by a robot at the Open House at the Smith’s new robotic barn, located at 1735 Conc.4, Sunderland. Everyone is welcome, refreshments will be served.

August 11 to 15 will see two day camps happening.

9 a.m. to noon at the church, VIBE for 4 to 12-year-olds with stories, games, crafts, snacks, music with two trained leader and local volunteers. The cost is $10, for the week. Donations of small boxes – e.g. Cereal, jello ,tea, Styrofoam large takeout boxes, coloured cord or ribbon 30”, 2 sided tape, snacks, juice etc. are appreciated.

To register or volunteer help, call Debbie at 905-985-2090 – or e-mail led@ruralwave.ca. $2 – At the Park’s Tennis/Basketball Courts, there will be a tennis and basketball camp from 9 a.m. to noon for youth 8 years and up. For more info please call, Nancy Rensink at 905-985-4223.

This past Sunday, Karl Higeli greeted Greenbank and Seagrave folk as Darlene Hallett’s messages for both children and adults were based on the Parable of the Sower. Organist pianist Valerie Hunter accompanied Erika Phillips and her daughter Kara as they sang in lovely harmony, “I Can Only Imagine”. Next Sunday, we welcome back Darlene Hallett at the 11 a.m. service. All are welcome!

EPSOM & UTICA by Sharri Kerry Congratulations to Eldon and Sheila Evans and family on the arrival of their baby girl Emily, who was born on July 12.

Please be reminded that church services are being held at Goodwood Untied Church, beginning at 9:30 a.m. for the month of July.

Thank you to Scott and Jeff Wilson for cutting and trimming the rear yard at Utica United Church.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Hayden Kerry who turned 16 on July 15th.

Please keep your eyes wide open around Epsom and Utica in the coming weeks.

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Councillors finally pull the trigger on firearms by-law DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: After more than a year of debate on the subject, the new firearms by-law was passed by Uxbridge councillors this week with a vote of 6-1.

The matter, which had consumed a great deal of council’s attention over the past year, sought to alter the hours of operation at Uxbridge Shooting Sports, located on Conc. 4, as well as limit the amount of noise coming from the property.

The matter was to be dealt with at council’s meeting on June 23, but Regional Councillor Jack Ballinger was successful in his bid for additional time to investigate the matter before it was brought back before council at their meeting on the morning of Monday, July 14.

“I must admit that it is noisy,” commented Councillor Ballinger. “It’s a lot noisier than I every thought. I was hung up on the decibel levels and licensing.”

Throughout the debate on the matter, Councillor Ballinger frequently commented about wanting to keep Uxbridge Shooting Sports viable and functional as it has been since being established on Conc. 4 in 1965. ““If the club will survive another 50 years, they’ll have to do their due diligence,” added Councillor Ballinger. “I would not want to live there with that noise. I hope that by next year that are safeguards in place to reduce the noise.”

Ward 2 Councillor Pat Molloy also

thought that the club will be able to meet the goal of 60 decibels emanating from the site by the deadline of Aug. 31 of next year. Another sound study will be done at the site next year to ensure compliance with the by-law, paid for by Uxbridge Shooting Sports. Township staff will review the situation next year to ensure its meeting all of the requirements of the by-law as well as reviewing any work done on sound buffering.

“There’s no doubt in my mind that the gun club can achieve those goals,” said Councillor Molloy. “I hope they can stay and prosper at that location for another 50 years.”

In a recorded vote, all councillors except for Ward 4’s Jacob Mantle voted in favour of the by-law. Councillor Mantle would later take to Twitter to voice his frustrations with what he saw as a farreaching by-law.

“Voted against insane Shooting Range By-Law. Only one to vote no, interesting that I am the only councillor not running again... #election,” Councillor Mantle said on the social networking web site.

Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor noted that the by-law process had been long and left many feeling frustrated at times, but thanked everyone involved once the by-law was finally passed.

“This was a long and arduous process, and I would personally like to offer my thanks to all that took part,” commented Mayor O’Connor.

Ribfest returns to Elgin Park DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: Stock up on napkins, because Ribfest is returning to Elgin Park this weekend for three days of mouth-watering barbeque.

The event runs through the weekend, with gates opening at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 19. On Saturday, the festivities continue from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m., with the event wrapping up on Sunday, from 11

a.m. until 7 p.m.

This year, attendees can chose from four great ribbers offering an array of barbeque styles: Horndogs, Crabbys, Texas Rangers and Sticky Fingers.

In addition to the great food, there will also be entertainment throughout the weekend at the Rotary Bandshell, along with a beer garden. As well, Astro Amusements will be on hand to provide activities for children throughout

the weekend.

New this year is an out of this world attraction as Ben Davidson brings his mobile observatory to Elgin Park. This interactive display offers interactive education on the solar system and the science behind how the sun affects our weather – from hurricanes to power outages!

Admission to Ribfest is free, and attendees can visit www.uxbridgeribfest.com for more information.

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SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, July 20 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman

ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, July 20 Service at 10 a.m.

Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry Father Marco Testa MASS SATURDAY - 5 p.m.

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

For Mass through the week call the Parish at 905-985-7071

14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday July 20, 10 a.m.

Nursery and Sunday School (Anglican Network in Canada) All are Welcome.

(905) 982-2064 or newsongadmin@powergate.ca

PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH

2210 Hwy. 7A (at Island Rd.) 905-985-8681 www.portperrybaptist.ca Rev. Jim Clemens, Sr. Pastor Join us for worship this week: SUNDAY SERVICES 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Worship Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all

HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Hope Church

Pastor Bernhard VanderVlis SUNDAYS at 10 a.m.

Mid-week programs for youth and adults!

14480 Old Simcoe Rd. (Between 7A and Prince Albert) 905-985-9307 hopechurch@powergate.ca www.hopeforportperry.ca

VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE 593 Alma St., Port Perry,

Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net Tuesday Youth Meeting and “HEARTBEAT” after school program Friday - 7:00 p.m. Revival Service Come expecting to have a God encounter Join us Sunday Mornings at 10 a.m. Prayer 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES

UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com Sunday, July 20 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m.

COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS

SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

70 Toronto St. North Uxbridge Father John Duffy Mass Saturday 5 p.m.

Sunday 9 and 11 a.m.

Confessions Saturday 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

For Mass through the week call office 905-852-6944

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION

(Anglican Church of Canada)

Minister Rev. John Anderson

266 North St., Port Perry Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com Sunday, July 20

6th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 am Eucharist & Annointing Sunday School and Nursery available

PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES

Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801 SUNDAY, July 20 Port Perry United Church 294 Queen St., Port Perry 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship Prince Albert United Church Worshipping with Port Perry in July & August, reopening September 7th Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com

A PLACE OF HOPE!

Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766

revpaul@andrewswireless.net www.greenbankchurch.com

Join us on Sunday morning at 10 a.m.

A contemporary worship experience in a relaxed environment.

Staff: Dr. Fred Penney, Lead Pastor Brenna Cruickshank, Children’s Ministry Director 1680 Reach Street. - 905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca Emmanuel Community Church: ‘Reaching up to God; Reaching out to our Community,’

Greenbank Church 38th Annual BBQ August 1st 4:30pm - 7pm. Tickets $20 Adults, $5 Children. Available from Church Members

SUNDAY, July 20

Guest Speaker - Darlene Hallett Greenbank (Hwy 12, minutes. N. of Pt. Perry)

11 a.m. Service

Seagrave (In the beautiful Hamlet of Seagrave) Will be closed for the month of July Please join us at Greenbank United Church Website: www.seagrave-church.com Everyone is Welcome Children’s Time with Services

To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985

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EDITORIAL The arts are alive and well It’s no secret that North Durham is home to numerous and exceptionally talented artists, musicians, actors and creative geniuses of all types. It could be something in the water, it could be the extensive nature and waterfront which surrounds much of North Durham, or maybe it’s just the fostering spirit we create for those who want to try something new. Whatever ‘it’ is, Scugog, Uxbridge, Brock and all of the hamlets in between certianly have lots!

With summer in full swing and concert series, studio tours and events of all shapes and sizes taking the stage - this is the perfect time to get out with friends and loved ones, experience culture and see some things you may not have experienced before.

One recommendation for the first-time spectator is to catch a performance of one of the numerous plays, musicals and readings put on by our thriving local theatre companies. For those who are ready for a real committment, both OnStage Uxbridge and the Town Hall 1873 in Port Perry have just released their season pass tickets, and line-up for the coming season.

While music and art can be hard to get involved with, remember that North Durham’s artists are some of the most talented, and most accepting.

Haven’t been on a stage since the Grade 4 talent show? Enjoy playing an instrument around a campfire? Or maybe you like drawing and crafting - but never saw it as professional? Give it a shot!

Many carry the notion that big culture and entertainment can only be found in more metropolitan cities - but the love of the arts is alive in well in our own backyard. For those about to rock, we salute you.

Your opinion matters Send us an e-mail to standarddarryl@powergate.ca or a letter to: The Standard, 94A Water St., Port Perry ON L9L 1J2

Chivalry in action Accidents waiting to happen To the Editor,

To the Editor, I would like to thank all those young men who came to my rescue when my car stalled at the very busy intersection of Water and Queen St. It was one of those embarrassing moments when you are especially holding up traffic on a very busy morning.

A very special thank you to the young man who drove me home. I wish you luck in your future endeavors.

Despite what some may say, chivalry is definitely not dead.

To the Editor,

I wonder if any of our council members has walked along the Water St. sidewalk from Queen St. towards Hwy. 7A? What would their reaction be to the deplorable condition of the sidewalk at the intersection of Mary and Water St.?

In addition to supposedly being a passable sidewalk, this is an entryway to Palmer Park, to the Children’s Playground, Splash Pad, as well as Parking Lot 3.

My friends and I walk along this route several times a day, Thank heaven most motorists wait patiently for us to manoeuvre over and around the broken concrete and piles of sand.

This is not anything new; it’s been like this for several months! This is a pedestrian accident waiting to happen!

In an election year!

Bev Neil Port Perry

Island Church says thanks On behalf of Scugog Island United Church thank The Standard for your photo coverage of our Grand Open House and Family Day of Fun, on Saturday, July 5.

We would also like to thank: Bill McKee, Town Crier for kicking off our opening ceremonies; the sponsors who made it possible: Shepstone Haulage, Dowson’s Water, Spirit dot Calm, local band Five, Meta 4 Gallery, Homestead Furniture, Mr. Sub, Harpers Chip Truck, veteran stock car driver, John Baker Jr., DRPS, Township of Scugog Fire Department, Checkers the Clown, and our Mayor and councillors.

A special thank you to the community who attended and made this day a memorable day of fun!

A. Morgan Port Perry

Rev. Michelle Hofman, Minister Scugog Island United Church

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Artists at work in fresh Island air SCUGOG: Summer has finally arrived in North Durham and the Gallery on the Lake in Port Perry is celebrating our beautiful landscapes and colours with the first annual Scugog Island Plein Air Festival. The Gallery has arranged more than ten locations around Scugog Island and Port Perry for over fourty artists and countless visitors to experience the painting of Scugog scenes from July 24 to July 26.

To celebrate the festival, on July 26, there will be a day of celebration at the Scugog Shores Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with an exhibit of participating artists, food and beverages, as well as music and entertainment.

The term “en Plein aire” is derived from the French language meaning literally to paint “in the fresh air”. Plein aire now refers to paintings done on location by an artist.

Many collectors appreciate Plein Aire paintings because of the direct connection that takes place between the artist and their subject.

The Gallery on the Lake which represents many of Canada’s best artists , is presenting this event to not only celebrate its new location in Port Perry, but to also celebrate the beauty of Scugog’s landscapes, and to help the public appreciate the energy and dedication that goes into creating original art. This festival also provides an opportunity for art lovers to purchase remarkable pieces, and more importantly, to become a part of the creative process through demonstrations and conversations with the artists themselves, and in the form of an adventure.

This festival provides a new experience for collectors and an essential platform for artists to grow, as painting in the open air in front of viewers helps the artist connect to their audience and inform viewers on their craft.

The Festival will showcase some of Canada’s most prominent artists en plein aire including Tim Packer, Peter Rotter, Norman Brown, Sheila Davis, Lucy Manley, and Eddie le Page to name a few. Today, many artists feel the impact of over-reproduced retail art, particularly because consumers do not understand the real value behind original art, and the Scugog Island Plein Air Festival is providing a fun and informative way for the entire family to experience artistic creation.

For more information please visit scugogpleinair.com or galleryonthelake.com, or drop by the Gallery on the Lake, located at 268 Queen St., in dowtown Port Perry.

NEWS & OPINION

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Introducing Durham’s new MPP - Granville Anderson The Standard recently spoke to Durham’s newly elected MPP, Mr. Granville Anderson - in an effort to allow him an introduction to our readers, we have decided to let him introduce himself to the community in a Q&A format.

--------------------------------Q: How did it feel when you learned the final election results, and learned you just became Durham’s MPP? A: I was ecstatic! It was a great and exuberant feeling. To be honest, you could sense a positive change in the air, and I knew that 95 per cent of my registered supporters went to the voting booth.

As MPP, I plan to get some major work done and to fight for what Durham Region wants and needs - in just the past days I’ve been in talks regarding GO Transit service, the Great Blue Heron Casino, and employment opportunities for youth.

Q: So your official start date was July 2, how have you found the first few days?

A: It’s been pandemonium so far - the election was the fun days and now the real work begins. There are only 107 people chosen to represent 30 Million - I feel proud that the people have chosen to support me, and will work to support them.

Q: Tell us, why are you a Liberal?

What does the party mean to you?

A: I chose the Ontario Liberal Party because I believe in building people up - the Liberal party doesn’t give handouts, we offer opportunities and tools to succeed.

At the same time, the Liberal Party won’t just throw the taxpayer’s money around, and the budget has to be balanced.

I have met Ms. Wynne for lunch, and she personally assured me that

we have a thought out and structured plan, so I stand behind it.

Q: Tell us your life story.

A: I grew up in a middle-class family and immigrated to Canada from Jamaica when I was 13-years-old.

Both of my parents were teachers, one in the Catholic school board and one in the public - so I was able to see both sides of things.

We moved throughout places like Oshawa, Bowmanville and Cobourg, and I later worked as a mediator for the Province of Ontario.

Recently, I started my own mediation firm in Courtice, so that I could help people involved in vehicle accidents and who suffer personal injuries get their lives back in order.

I spend a lot of time doing work with my local Rotary Club and coaching my children’s sports teams.

I have a son and a daughter who I raised on my own, and they are excelling in every way.

Q: What are some of the big projects and changes you would like to see for Durham? Any plans specifically for North Durham?

A: We need the GO Train in Bowmanville, that is a promise I will keep.

Improved transportation through the Region, especially to Scugog and Uxbridge, will help to bring jobs and business to these areas.

Another focus of mine is improved infrastructure, roads, bridges, servicing and culverts in Scugog and Uxbridge - I’ve heard that Uxbridge has some problems with it, and I would like to help.

Finally, there has been talk of moving the Great Blue Heron Casino out of Scugog - I plan on sitting down with the Mayor of Scugog and his council to ensure it stays in place and receives the renovations and up-

Girl talk The suspense finally came to an end for my wife Kate and I last week, as we learned the gender of our baby, who we’re told will enter the world on or around November 23.

As those of you who follow me on Twitter probably already know, we will be having a baby girl. I chose to break the news with a simple picture of a tiny pair of skates with bright pink laces and a hockey stick with matching pink tape on the blade.

The reaction from those who already knew has been nothing short of outstanding, and I want to thank everyone who has passed along their good wishes to Kate and I. I have long sought to have a girl as our first child, so when the ultrasound technician at the Medical Associates of Port Perry pointed out two little legs and well - nothing in between - I threw my hands in the air and tears filled my eyes when I learned that I was once again getting my way. Although, there were only two ways the ultrasound could have gone and either would have been fantastic news.

I know lots of first-time fathers are hoping for a boy for their first child, but that never seemed all that practical to me, for several reasons.

dates it needs.

Q: Any words for PC candidate Mike Patrick or NDP candidate Derek Spence?

A: I would like to commend both men for stepping forward and running - we had a very clean campaign and some excellent discussion. We all have good intentions, and different ways of getting there.

When I spoke to Mr. Patrick and Mr. Spence after the election, I told them that I would be interested in listening to them and sharing ideas I’m always looking for input because that’s my job!

Q: Many constituents in North Durham worry that they might be left out in the cold when it comes to politics, due to the larger population in the southern reaches - how do you plan to counter this?

A: I have heard people talk about this issue, and I cannot say whether it is true or not - but I believe it comes down to people not having a representative who is physically present in their community or easily reachable.

I promise to represent every town from Bowmanville to Zephyr, and address the concerns and issues of every resident.

Q: If our readers want to get in touch with you or have any questions, how can they do so?

A: We are currently in the process of turning my campaign office (located at 72 King St. West in Bowmanville) into a constituency office.

In the meantime, I have no problem broadcasting my personal cell number - (905) 995-3134 and my office number - (905) 436-1234.

Questions and comments can also be forwarded to my team through my web site www.voteanderson.ca.

Up All Knight First, it’s been my thinking that a little girl might be more helpful when/if baby number two comes along.

Also, once they are older, I predict that I’ll feel much more comfortable going out and leaving a 14-year-old girl in charge of the house and her 11-year-old brother than if the genders were reversed.

I may be biased, but I am basing that thought on a roughly 10 year stretch I spent as a 14-year-old boy.

Lastly, when she is in high school, I will not have to worry about the possibility of my baby girl dating one of my son’s knucklehead friends.

As the old saying goes, “be careful what you wish for, you just might get it.” And, shortly after we got the good news, a moment of panic swept over me as I realized that I know very little about little girls.

“What do I know about brushing long hair? I struggle with brushing my own hair!” I exclaimed to my better half.

As she often does, Kate was able to pacify these concerns, and assured me that I would figure it out along with all of the other nuances that come with a precious little girl, along with trying to fit on a tiny little chair for a tea party and the proper technique for chasing butterflies around the backyard.

DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard @darrylknight

I know a girl might be a different experience than raising a boy, but a lot of it seems the same. She is still going to play hockey, the only real difference is that it will be North Durham Blades stories dominating these pages in the years to come instead of Uxbridge Stars/Port Perry Predators/Central Ontario Wolves. The game stays the same, and I can hardly wait to tote my baby girl all over the province to hockey games, swim meets, soccer matches, dance recitals and whatever else she wants to do, because for her, at this point the sky is the limit to what she can achieve.

I am already so proud of my baby girl, I can’t imagine the emotions that lie in the future and I couldn’t be more excited for us as a family to share them.

Of course, I’m already working on my intimidation tactics for all of her would-be boyfriends. Because now and forever, she will always be Daddy’s Little Girl to me.

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Uxbridge band Air Marshal Landing are anything but ordinary F RO M PAG E 4

“Words are very interesting and important to us,” said Matt. “In our songs and at our shows - it’s not uncommon to hear us spout awesome sounding words in songs, just because they sound right.”

Cory and Matt are usually tied for the lead, and Graham

mostly has a negative score.

Graham is not a big fan of The Word Game, but tries his best.

“I think our overarching event as a band was recording our new album ‘You Used to Be Me’ at The Farm recording studio in the wilderness of British Columbia,” said Cory. “We spent a month in the woods, sur-

rounded by nothing but ourselves and our music we worked hard and grew closer to the music.”

Until recently, Matt spent his entire life in Uxbridge. He remarked that while most young people want to leave the town as soon as they come of age - he was always comfortable in his hometown.

“We have an amazing sense of community and great musicians - everyone is very supportive of artistic endeavors,” said Matt.

“I moved to Toronto when I got married because the music scene is much larger there - it’s the place to make it as a full-time musician and keep busy.”

Air Marshal Landing unanimously agreed that their favourite local band to play with is Juice, one of the many who took the stage at the Uxbridge Music and Arts Festival this past weekend.

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“It’s more fun to work with musicians who are just humble, regular and nice guys - Juice is on the level.”

For a group of friends, all three members of Air Marshal Landing like to keep very different company. When asked who they would bring to a desert island, the answers were anything but similiar.

Graham chose his fiancee Kristin, Cory would like to be regailed with tales by J. R. R. Tolkein, the author of Lord of The Rings, and Matt would be carefree - as long as he had the company of a professional nacho chip and cheese maker.

The conversation quickly degraded to arguing whether or not they could drink the saltwater, and if dopplegangers were allowed.

The band says that their greatest roadblock to the artistic pursuit seems to be a lack of free time to write lyrics, record melodies, and explore their own creativity.

The musical muse isn’t something that can be switched on or switched off at will - it strikes suddenly and without warning, often when a guitar and notepad are nowhere in sight.

“We write our songs with personal metaphors - othertimes they aren’t based on anything but what comes out of our mouths,” explained Matt. “We’ll start with something like ‘a Spaghetti Western in Space’ and then it just gets away from us - the music takes on a life of its own,” added Cory.

As a whole, Air Marshal Landing’s favourite pastime is admittedly watching Downton Abbey - they have no tattoos, don’t sleep in, and are the exact opposite of stereotypical rockstars - they create honest music for honest people.

“We don’t classify the people at our shows as just fans,” said Matt. “They aren’t faceless crowds. Every single person who claps and sings along are our friends - and we appreciate the support given over the years. There are too many to list, but you know who you are.”

Air Marshal Landing will be performing in the upcoming Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts, this September.

To hear Air Marshal Landing’s new album, EPs or singles, to get in touch with the band, or to check out their entertaining music videos, please visit them online at www.AirMarshalLanding.com, or www.youtube.com/ user/AirMarshalLanding.

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Based on “Ballads of a Bohemian” by Robert Service, the play was written by Conrad in 1980 while living in the Yukon in collaboration with Bonnie Lawrence, who contributed the music. The play tells the story of a fictional American poet named Stephen Poore, struggling to make a living in Paris in the years 1913 and 1914, who joins up as an ambulance driver when the First World War breaks out, and will run alongside the ‘Uxbridge at War’ display at the museum on select weekends throughout the summer.

Performances of ‘The Bohemian’ are scheduled for July 18, 19, 22, 26 and 29, continuing the next month with shows on Aug. 5, 12, 16, 22, 23, 26 and 29. Tickets for the show are $25 for adults and $20 for students and seniors, and can be purchased at Blue Heron Books, which is located at 62 Brock St. West in downtown Uxbridge.

“The show kind of went to the bottom of my desk drawer for more than three decades,” Conrad admitted, “since Bonnie left the Yukon shortly after we wrote it. But now a couple of factors - the centennial of the Great War, and the availability of a collaborator as excellent as she was - seem to make it an ideal time for its revival.”

While Conrad admits that many of the plays he has written were for him to perform, one notable exception is ‘Maud of Leaskdale’ which he penned in 2011 specifically for the centennial conference in Leaskdale to commemorate Lucy Maud Montgomery’s arrival in the community, and stars Jennifer Carroll as the beloved Canadian author.

The show, which runs on Thursday evenings at the Historic Leaskdale Church throughout July and August is now in its third season, and has been performed in Toronto and Charlottetown.

“Nobody tells Maud’s stories like Maud herself, so I decided to make it a one-woman show,” Conrad explained. “It’s wonderful to be able to bring it back for a third season and have it performed outside of the community. Local heritage is the thing that drives me. In fact, most of the shows I’ve written have been history-based” Rounding out Conrad’s impressive list of current theatre projects, he is slated to direct the play ‘Miracle Worker’ at the Oshawa Little Theatre in February of 2015.

A passionate supporter of all things Uxbridge, Conrad recently decided to take on another challenge when he declared as a candidate for the job of Ward 4 Councillor. Conrad does have past experience on municipal council, as he served on City Council in Whitehorse from 1982 to 1983. As well, he feels that his experience covering council as a member of the press will give him a head start should be elected in October.

Bringing additional tourism to the municipality is one of the key issues he would like to address if he is successful in defeating current challengers Fred Bryan and Dave Granic in the election on Oct. 27.

“I want to correct the impression that Uxbridge is just the Trail Capital of Canada, because it’s so much more. We’ve got so much to offer in Uxbridge Township to the travelling public, but no one seems to know about it. I’m really passionate about this community and want to give back.”

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Some of the brightest stars in the Ontario Hockey League will be shining in Port Perry this fall, when the Belleville Bulls and Erie Otters tangle in an exhibition contest at Scugog Arena on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7:30 p.m.

The game, is a joint fundraiser for Port Perry Minor Hockey and the Port Perry MoJacks, and MoJacks GM Murray Parliament was excited about the opportunity when speaking with The Standard.

“This is a great way to kick off the hockey season in Port Perry, and we hope to attract a full house for the game,” said Parliament. “Fans will hopefully come out to see a great game with players with great enthusiasm trying to crack the lineup if they are a young player, or stay in the lineup as veteran players.”

The MoJacks and Port Perry Minor Hockey plan to announce ticket prices in the coming weeks, with an eye towards providing great value for local fans.

“We plan to make ticket prices reasonable, so that the entire family will be able to come out and enjoy the game,” added Parliament.

According to Port Perry Minor Hockey’s Vice President of Operations Stephen Laird, the game will be part of a growing partnership between the two local hockey organizations this season.

“It’s a great partnership for us to be able to work with the MoJacks on this event and be able to promote our town and kick off the new season with a great start for our boys and girls,” Laird, a former MoJack told The Standard.

The game will mark a homecoming for Port Perry native Jake Bricknell, who is entering his second season with the Bulls, as well as Bulls Head Coach and GM George Burnett, himself a former MoJack who later coached the team to its best-ever finish, an appearance in the All-Ontario Finals in 1988 against the Mooretown Flags.

“I’m excited to be able to come back and play at home in front of my friends and family with the Bulls and share it with them,” Bricknell said. “I’ve got a

PAST AND PRESENT: (From left) Noah Smith, Nathan Stapleton, Belleville Bull Jake Bricknell, Nolan Laird, Haley Doyle and Noah Cornish were all on hand for the announcement on Monday, July 14, that Bricknell and the Belleville Bulls will be hitting the ice at Scugog Arena on Friday, Sept. 5, for an OHL exhibition game between the Bulls and Erie Otters as part of a joint promotion between the Port Perry MoJacks and Port Perry Minor Hockey to usher in a new season of hockey in the community.

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Bricknell added that he has been busy training this summer in the hopes of taking on a larger role with the team in his second season with Belleville.

“I’ve been working out since the season ended to try and take on a bigger role this season and contribute more,” added Bricknell. “The size and speed of the OHL game was the biggest adjustment for me last season, along with getting used to the bigger ice surface in Belleville. But, I had a lot of help along the way from my teammates getting used to life as an OHL player and I’m excited to be able to offer that support to our new players this season.”

Burnett, who was raised in Port Perry, and taught at Port Perry High School

before he was able to focus on a career in hockey full-time added that games in his hometown are always special affairs, such as when the Bulls squared off against the Oshawa Generals at Scugog Arena in 2010.

“It’s always very special when you can have a game here in Port Perry,” Burnett told The Standard. “This isn’t something we’re able to do every year, but Erie was looking for an extra exhibition game after playing in Barrie on Sept. 4, and we were also looking to add to our schedule, so Port Perry became an excellent option. With a strong contingent of Durham Region talent on our roster, it’s always fun to be able to take an exhibition game on the road and allow these players to play in front of their hometown fans.”

The Otters come into the game with a lot of star power of their own, including the presumed number-one overall pick in next year’s NHL Entry Draft, phenom Connor McDavid and Dylan Strome, who had a strong rookie campaign with the Otters after being taken with the second overall pick in the 2013 OHL Priority Selection.

While the lineup is always subject to change in exhibition games, with players shuffled in and out of the lineup as teams seek to give every player the opportunity to shine, McDavid is expected to be part of the event in some way, even if not on the ice for the game.

The Standard will have more information on this great event in the coming weeks as more details, including ticket prices and contests are announced.

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Emily Allen skates her way to Marion Cassie scholarship LINDA STORY Special to The Standard

The 2014 recipient of the Marion Cassie Memorial Scholarship is Uxbridge Secondary School graduate, Emily Allen.

The award was presented to Emily during the U.S.S. Commencement Ceremonies on June 26 at the Uxbridge Arena, by Doug Cassie, widower of the late Marion Cassie, after whom this scholarship is named. Mrs. Cassie dedicated many years to the development and success of local skaters and was the heart and soul of the Uxbridge Skating Club for

several years. Her dream was to provide a scholarship to a promising skater, who willingly volunteered his or her time in the community. After her passing, the Uxbridge Skating Alumni was formed, under the enthusiastic guidance of Valerie Kolenbrander. It is this Alumni which has given thousands of dollars in scholarship funds to deserving skaters and volunteers over the past several years. This year’s recipient, Emily Allen, has demonstrated both skating skills and volunteerism with a high degree of excellence.

Emily Allen began skating with the Uxbridge Skating Club at the age of five, progressively skating her way through all the levels of Canskate and into Intermediate level, obtaining her Senior Bronze Skills, Junior Bronze Dance, Junior Bronze Freeskate and Bronze Interpretive. Emily successfully competed at several Pine Ridge and March Mania Competitions. Emily was also a member of the U.S.S. Skating Club during grades 9 and 10.

While skating before and after school, Emily found time to volunteer as a Canskate assistant coach from 2008 to 2012, and helped at all skating

events hosted by U.S.C. But Emily’s volunteering did not stop at the Arena, as she also volunteered at Uxpool as an assistant water safety instructor of two years. Extra-curricular interests included Emily’s co-editing of the U.S.S. Yearbook in 2013-2014.

Because of Emily’s love and talent for teaching children, she became a professional Canskate coach, after attending and participating in several seminars through her grade 11 year. Emily also became a professional water safety instructor after having completed her Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross levels in swimming. She began teaching swimming in her backyard pool last summer and plans to continue doing this summer, while working part-time at Zehrs.

When asked what her first thoughts and feelings were when her name was announced as the recipient of the Marion Cassie Memorial Scholarship, she enthusiastically replied, “I was so surprised and excited!

And having Commencement at the Arena and in June for the first time, there were so many people there! I had spent hundreds of hours at the

Emily Allen was recently honoured by the Uxbridge Skating Alumni as the 2014 recipient of the Marion Cassie Memorial Scholarship. SUBMITTED PHOTO Arena, skating and teaching and helping out, it was amazing to receive the award at my ‘second home’. It was a really warm, familiar, comfortable place to be!”

Emily is no longer skating, but is sure to be busy in the fall as she attends Trent University, taking Media Studies, with hopes of becoming a graphic designer in advertising.

Emily wishes to thank her parents, Lauren and Chris Allen, for “their love and support and for taking me to all of those early and late cold practices throughout many years!” Emily sends a huge thank you to her one and only skating coach, Caroline Berkhof, for “her hard work and dedication for my whole skating life, in freeskate, dance and skills.”

She also wishes to thank the Uxbridge Skating Alumni for the generous donation of her scholarship. She stated, “It means so much to be even considered for the award, but to win it is really amazing!

Thank you, Alumni!”

Congratulations goes out to Emily Allen, a very deserving recipient of the Marion Cassie Memorial Scholarship Award.

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Hathaway would settle for a third-place finish behind Andrew Ranger and LP Dumoulin at the quarter-mile bullring after taking home the checkered flag at the similar-sized Autodrome Chaudière in the Budweiser 300 on June 15.

Ranger tied the series’ all-time record with his 19th career win, and won back-to-back races for the first time since August 2009 following his victory on the road course at Circuit ICAR in Quebec last week. It was also his first oval win since 2009, and fourth overall.

“At the beginning of the day we didn’t have a really good car, so we improved lap after lap,” Ranger said “During the race my car was really fantastic.”

The race was stretched to 316

laps following a late caution that involved early race leader Alex Tagliani, and required Ranger, who took the lead on Lap 269, to hold off Dumoulin and Hathaway on the final restart.

Dumoulin and Hathaway waged a battle throughout the last two laps of the race for second and Dumoulin came out ahead, followed by Hathaway, J.R. Fitzpatrick and D.J. Kennington.

“Anytime you can get on the podium in this series is quite an accomplishment,” Hathaway said following the race. “We’ll take it, we’ll take third. Anytime you can come out of here with not too much damage and a little bit of maintenance, we’ll take that into Saskatoon.”

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AT REST MARILYN JACKSON Peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at the Strathaven Life Care Centre in Bowmanville, at age 76. Loving daughter of the late Robert and Grace Jackson. Dear sister of Gerald Jackson (deceased) and his wife Emelda of Port Perry, Harley Jackson and his wife Shirley of Caesarea, Alan Jackson of Port Perry and Clifford Jackson and his wife Judy of Ottawa. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family of Marilyn Jackson received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Saturday, July 12th from 10 – 11 a.m. A Service to celebrate her life was held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Reverend Don Willmer officiating.

Interment Nestleton United Church Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to a charity of your choice. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com

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Informal and intimate is the theme of Theatre 3x60’s Summer Salon staged readings on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, 19 at 7:30 pm, at the Scugog Memorial Public Library, located at 231 Water St., in Port Perry.

Live music with vocalist Sarah Baird and refreshments by Queen Beans Coffee House complete the evening, along with an exhibition of original all white paintings by notable local artists.

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ARIES (March 20-April 19): Relationships work out well and love partnerships thrive under Jupiter’s optimistic energies. You will have many opportunities for personal growth, along with freedom of self-expression.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): Benefits will come from friends or by participating with group activities. Friends who support your efforts and goals should prove to be extremely valuable as time goes by.

GEMINI (May 20-June 21): Travel is satisfying, even short trips close to home. You are ready for new learning experiences and the fields of writing and communication show tremendous promise. Risk sharing your ideas.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Slow down and fasten your seat belt. After July 16, you will have a whole year to travel. Write, publish, market your skills or join a human potential group. Hitch your dreams to a star and try to reach it.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): On July 16, you will begin a new one year cycle of new opportunities and positive growth. The work you have done over the past few years should pay off big. Confidence is the key to success.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): Business partnerships and close personal relationships will blossom over the next year. You will learn a lot about yourself through your relationships. Good time to seek counselling of any kind.

TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Over the next year, buy or sell real estate or make improvements in your personal life, family relationships or home. Take whatever steps are necessary to gain security, inner peace and serenity

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22): Beginning July 16th, enjoy your best career year in the past twelve. Career opportunities will be all around you.

More confident in your own abilities, you should enjoy the recognition you get for your efforts.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Rather than overspend, look for new ways to increase your financial assets. More money-making throughts will come in, but do not take your financial luck for granted. Save money over an abundant money year

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): You could benefit from from joint finances, insurance, taxes, pensions or an inheritance. Apply for a loan or receive extra credit. You will gain if you join forces wih others in the positive financial cycle.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): You will begin a more introspective period in life. As , you spend more time alone, you will enhance your creative inspiration. Connect with a master teacher or mentor or write your first book.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): New work opportunities will be available and doing the job to the best of your ability will result in your personal growth. Job situations improve under under Jupiter’s energies.

Too much stress can lead to health problems.

Photographer Jane Walker and sculptor Anja Kooistra celebrated the opening of the ‘Spirits in Nature’ exhibit at the Scugog Council for the Arts building on Saturday, July 5. These two artists compliment each other perfectly with their unique take on nature and the outdoors. The display will remain at 181 Perry St., until August 2. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

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22 Work hard 23 “Penguin Island” novelist 28 How chipped beef is often served 30 Wet weather 31 Invalidates, as a ticket 32 Enthusiasm 36 And so on and so forth 37 “Poly” add-on 39 China’s Chairman 40 Firmly determined 43 Wedding keepsake 45 Kitty’s satisfied sound 46 Prohibited 48 Oscar winner for “Jerry Maguire” 52 “And others,” briefly 53 Late night TV host Jay 54 Agile deer 57 English corp. letters 58 Ex-wife of Charles Bronson 62 Chicken bucket choice 63 Slightly inclined 64 Moisten the turkey 65 Mined matter 66 Parsonage 67 American buffalo

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11 Sing like Harry Connick Jr. 12 Sound-related 13 She did a Bond song 18 Chocolate-factory sights 22 Aimee or Herbie 24 “Yes” gesture 25 ___ in apple 26 Event with rides and livestock 27 Get ___ of (eliminate) 28 Higher than 29 Musical symbol 32 Ended a hunger strike 33 Cause shame to 34 Mideast king deposed in 1964 35 Unspecified amount 37 Overseas money 38 Enter casually 41 October birthstone 42 Carry with difficulty 43 Bolivia’s neighbor (abbr.)

44 JFK follower 46 Having limits 47 ___ about (approximately) 48 Violin relative 49 Absolute, as nonsense 50 Emblem carried on a beat 51 Some computers 55 “___ bigger and better things!”

56 Early garden spot 58 Jelly kin 59 Give-go filler 60 Recede, as the tide 61 Chou En-___

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NORTH DURHAM: Glass is a thing of beauty and a source of excitement for Francis Muscat, a Sunderland-based artist whose home is filled with unique and eye catching sculptures and glassware.

Earlier this month, from July 4 to July 6, Francis had the oppurtunity to display his creative cut and shaped glass sculptures among the high rises of Nathan Philips Square in Toronto.

“I was entered into the Toronto

Outdoor Art Exhibition by a jury of my peers,” said Francis. “It’s a tough show and requires a lot of setting up and setting down, but I was glad to be a part of it again.”

Referring to his prize for Best Glass in 2010, Francis proudly represents the Township of Brock on an international stage - he has recieved work commissions and awards from across the Greater Toronto Area and as far away as Texas.

“I moved to North Durham from downtown Toronto in the late 1980s,

I had always wanted to live in the country,” said Francis. “It was a complete surprise for me to discover the artistic culture in the area. I got to know so many creative people here - I guess like myself, makers need space, time and less distractions. Being surrounded by nature does not hurt.”

Francis Muscat will be entering his work in the Climate Change art show - alongside 11 other local artists on Tuesday, July 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Law Office Art Gallery, 2055 Conc. 4, in Sunderland.

A fresh take on some old favourites Every film you have not seen is a new film. That has and always has been my motto. I watch anything, happily, because whatever it might be runs the chance of being the finest ever made, and I walk into every film with that sort of excitement. That is why I will never stop writing, and that is why I will never

Foote Prints

by John Foote retire as a film critic, I love

it as much today, perhaps more, than I did when I started. As there are no major no releases this week, as the Apes triumph at the box office, I thought this week I would look at four films that perhaps you had not seen, perhaps not even heard of. Remember the motto, whatever you have not seen is a new movie, de-

spite the year it was made, the genre, whether or not it is in black and white... take the chance.

GLORY (1989)... is an American masterpiece directed by Edward Zwick, which explores the little known story of the black regiment from the North who fought alongside the whites in the Civil War.

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Excellent films you may have missed F RO M PAG E 2 2

Powerfully acted by Matthew Broderick as Col. Shaw, a young idealist who saw the African Americans as equals, and was happy to lead them and train them, but he needed them to know what they were going face. After seeing first hand the horrors of battle, he trains them hard, his methods are aggressive, but train them he does into a first rate fighting unit. Morgan Freeman is superb as the older of the group, who realizes Shaw is little more than a boy himself, while Denzel Washington won an Oscar as the illiterate runaway slave who has his own reasons for fighting.

The film has a quiet ferocity throughout, building to what is a suicide mission for the black regiment, but one they take with honour and pride. It was highly acclaimed, and did reasonably well at the box office, but was not hailed at the Oscars at it should have been. A superb work and the best film Zwick has directed to this day.

THE GREY (2012)... was released early in the year, and by the end of the

year had been forgotten despite some placements on ten best lists. Brilliantly directed and acted, it is a simple story but deceptive in its simplicity. A plane crashes in the northern wastelands, leaving a group of factory workers stranded and having to fight for their lives against a hungry pack of wolves who are tracking them. When they least expect it, the wolves attack, until gradually, the men realize they must listen to a security guard, hired to keep the wolves away from the factory, and who was aboard the plane.

Exceptionally well edited, the film is beautifully put together to grind maximum tension out of the audience, and it more than does the job. Liam Neeson gives a fine performance as the grizzled leader of the group, doing his very best to keep them all alive, but knowing they are very likely doomed. The final sequence is extraordinary, and must be seen to be believed. A masterpiece that deserves to be remembered and celebrated.

NEAR DARK (1987)...

Kathryn Bigelow directed

this kick-ass vampire film in the late eighties which was over shadowed by the more popular The Lost Boys (‘87), and disappeared onto video becoming a cult classic. When Bigelow became the first women to win the Academy Award as Best Director, a look at her work brought about the attention of critics and audiences again, and the film has found a new audience.

Wildly different than any vampire film ever made, the film is both thriller and adventure merged with horror. I watched it last week and loved it as much as I did the first time I saw it.

A group of marauding vampires travel the American mid-west in a beat up old van, taking their victims at night wherever they can. They are led by Jesse, a Civil War veteran, Diamond Back, Severn, a crazy killer cowboy vampire, Mae, a beautiful young woman, and Homer, an old man trapped in the body of a child. They are killers and love what they do, and do it very well. Very different than most vampire films it is a true original.

INTERNATIONAL “NEIL DIAMOND” SHOW COMES TO TOWN HALL 1873 THEATRE

Neil Diamond fans are in for a treat when the international touring artist Mark Thomas brings his amazing live show “Neil Diamond: The Greatest Hits Tribute” to the 1873 Town Hall Theatre in Port Perry on Saturday July 26 @ 8:00pm.

Thomas has performed in theatres across North America and Europe and is highly regarded for his portrayal of Neil, which captures both the look and striking Baritone voice of Diamond himself.

Thomas performs an audience interactive show, and backed by a live band, he performs all of Neil Diamonds classic hits including “Song Sung Blue”, “Cracklin Rosie”, “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers”, “Hello Again”, “America”, “I’m A Believer”, “Girl, You’ll Be A Woman Soon” “I Am...I Said” “Shilo” “Holly Holy” and of course “Sweet Caroline” amongst the many audience favourites.

Tickets to see the “Neil Diamond: The Greatest Hits Tribute” at the Town Hall 1873 Theatre in Port Perry on Saturday July 26 at 8:00pm are on sale now, value-priced at only $32 (all inclusive). Tickets are available at the theatre box office, 302 Queen Street Port Perry, via phone # 905-985-8181 or online at www.TownHall1873. ca Seating is limited to 240 seats, so it is recommended that theatre patrons purchase their tickets early!

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