The 2017 Great Gilmour Street Garage Sale takes place on Saturday, May 27th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Photo: Linda McIlwain)
It’s called the “Great” Gilmour Street Garage Sale for a reason.
The annual street sale sees residents along a half kilometre of Gilmour Street — from Park Street to Monaghan Road — participating in the sale, often with additional sellers west of Monaghan and some on Homewood Avenue and Burrows Street.
This is the 27th year of the sale, held on the morning of the Saturday following the Victoria Day weekend. The year’s sale takes place on Saturday, May 27th and it officially begins at 9 a.m. (although some bargain hunters have been known to show up early) and runs until 1 p.m.
With Gilmour Street residents from Park Street to Monaghan Road participating in the sale, chances are you’ll find some unique items like this huge cribbage board. (Photo: Linda McIlwain)
Thousands of people come out to the Great Gilmour Street Garage Sale every year, either to find both regular and unique items at bargain prices, or to support the many non-profit organizations that also set up shop during the sale to raise funds.
In the past, organizations involved in the sale have included the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra, The Parkinson Society, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Taoist Tai Chi Society, and many more.
This year, charities include “Taylor’s Journey To Walk” at 513 Gilmour Street, with proceeds going to help Taylor Welch of Pontypool, a 5-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, get life-changing surgery only available in St. Louis to help her walk again.
Curated — a downtown Peterborough store specializing in appraisals, artwork, vintage, and antique pieces — will be setting up a pop-up location at 493 Gilmour Street.
Clothing for sale at the Great Gilmour Street Garage Sale. (Photo: Linda McIlwain)
The types of items you can find are what you would expect an any garage or yard sale: furniture, clothing, books, CDs, sporting equipment, paintings, bikes, appliances, electronics, baked goods, and more. But because so many residents participate in the sale, there’s a huge selection and the chance you could find unique or even rare items.
While the Great Gilmour Street Garage Sale does have a Facebook group and Facebook event page, there are no details available of all the vendors and charities participating in the sale. So you just need to head to Gilmour Street early on Saturday morning and explore what’s on offer for yourself.
While the weather for the sale has traditionally been excellent, there’s always a chance it will be rained out. The rain date is Sunday, May 28th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Baked goods will also be available, and you can also support non-profit organizations that set up during the Great Gilmour Street Garage Sale to raise funds for charity. (Photo: Linda McIlwain)
Meg Hicks and Josh Garrison star as Chris and Ken Gorman, two guests at a party who attempt to cover up a potential scandal involving their hosts, in Lakefield College School's production of Rumors, Neil Simon's farce about high society. The show runs for three performances only May 25 to 27. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
For three performance only beginning on Thursday, May 25th, students of Lakefield College School will present their production of Neil Simon’s comedy Rumors at the school’s Bryan Jones Theatre.
Directed by Tina St. John and Dayna Taylor, Rumors is a theatrical farce filled with secrets, lies, and laughs. And best of all, like all Lakefield College School productions, admission to the show is free to the public.
Lakefield College School presents
Rumors
When: Thursday, May 25 and Friday, May 26, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 27, 2018 at 4 p.m. Where: Bryan Jones Theatre, Lakefield College School (4391 County Rd. 29, Lakefield) How much: Free
Written by Neil Simon. Directed by Tina St. John and Dayna Taylor. Starring Josh Garrison, Meg Hicks, Braeson Agar, Robyn-Lee Hotte, Ethan Jiang, Rose Bouchard, Glen Dunk, Mikayla Stoodley, Ali Attyani, LJ Simmons, and Richard Xia. Set design by Harold Davies. Note: The show contains some explicit language.
Neil Simon broke out of his usual mode of storytelling to write Rumors, written during a dark time in his life. With his marriage on the rocks and grieving the death of his son-in-law in a car accident, Simon wanted to push through the tragedy by throwing himself into a new show, and for the first time he decided to write a classic farce.
Rumors made its premiere at San Francisco’s Old Globe Theatre in September 1988 and moved to Broadway the following month. The show won a Tony Award as well as Drama Desk Award for costuming. Although not one of Simon’s most famous productions, the play was considered a hit in New York at the time of its release and is now one of the most popular productions for student theatre.
Rumors is a show about the unraveling of high society in an attempt to keep secrets during times of trouble. It is the 10th wedding anniversary of New York Deputy Mayor Charlie Brock and his wife Myra, and his friends and distinguished guests have been invited to his home to celebrate.
However, when Charlie’s lawyer Ken (Josh Garrison) and his wife Chris (Meg Hicks) show up as the first guests to arrive, they find Charlie with a non-fatal gunshot wound to the head, the servants and staff gone, and Myra nowhere to be found.
Braeson Agar and Robyn-Lee Hotte as Len and Claire Ganz. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
As Ken and Chris rush around to cover up what has happened before anyone finds out and keep Charlie’s good name out of the high society rumour mill, their spiral of lies creates a whirlpool of confusion as guests continue to arrive.
Ken and Chris find accomplices in Charlie’s accountant Len (Braeson Agar) and his wife Claire (Robyn-Lee Hotte), while attempting to keep Charlie’s condition a secret from therapist Ernie (Ethan Jiang) and his wife Cookie (Rose Bouchard) and Senate nominee Ben (Glen Dunk) and his wife Cassie (Mikayla Stoodley).
However, with no servants, half-prepared food, and hosts who don’t show up, it soon becomes clear to everyone that more is going on than what it seems. With the characters having something to lose by being present at the scene of whatever actually happened, they agree it’s in everyone’s best interests for nobody to find out what happened to Charlie.
Of course, in a farce nothing ever works out according to plan and, as the evening rolls on, the cover-up gets larger and wilder.
Robyn-Lee Hotte as Claire, Josh Garrison as Ken, and Braeson Agar as Len. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
It is always a treat to visit Lakefield College School for their drama productions, with excellent production values and an always-talented energetic cast. Rumors is no exception when it comes to offering a capable show filled with fantastic young actors.
The strong connection between the ensemble cast is the show’s main strength. With rapid-fire lines and reactions, the actors on stage masterfully take the audience through a very wordy production filled with complicated and rambling monologues and a variety of physical comedy. This young and exceptionally skilled cast takes on Rumors without breaking a sweat.
Josh Garrison and Meg Hicks get the show rolling as Ken and Chris Gorman. Ken is loud and frantic, while Chris is dignified and never loses her lady-like qualities. Together they build the foundation of the show by bringing the audience into the chaos from the moment the lights go up, not letting the backstory bog down the production so the show can get going immediately.
Although much of Josh’s performance sees him running around frantically screaming, Meg manages to maintain a sense of class in the face of madness, making her very much an anchor for the audience as the show gets more inane.
Mikayla Stoodley and Ben Dunk as Cassie and Glen Cooper, with Ethan Jiang as Ernie Cusak. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
Braeson Agar and Robyn-Lee Hotte give twp of the strongest performances in the show as Len and Claire Ganz. A little more streetwise than the Gormans, Len talks tough while Claire has a sort of crass cynicism to her. They offer a different dynamic then the Gormans as an alternative to handling the situation.
I often felt I would react to the drama more like the Ganzs then the Gormans, which had me often migrating more towards them than the primary couple. However, the madness eventually pulls them in and they become strong supports to the Gormans.
Ethan Jiang and Rose Bouchard take on the show’s character roles as Ernie and Cookie Cusak. The comic relief of the show, Ethan creates humour by underplaying the mild-mannered Ernie, while Rose masterfully takes on a character who is completely daft. Together they make an endearing comedy duo that gets most of the genuine laughs in the show.
Although non-intentional, there’s something about the way that Ben Dunk and Mikayla Stoodley play Glen and Cassie Cooper that immediately brings to mind Donald and Melania Trump. From the way the duo wears their hair to their costumes, I couldn’t help but snicker when they arrived on the stage.
If it wasn’t deliberate, as the directors claimed when I asked, goodness knows the characters are just as miserable in their marriage. Although the party already seems full without their inclusion, Ben and Mikayla bring some real fireworks to the scene, setting the tension to a full-on boil.
Josh Garrison and Meg Hicks as Ken Gorman and Chris (middle) are interrogated by Ali Attyani (left) as Officer Rodney and Richard Xia (right) as Officer Welch. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
Also appearing in Rumors are Ali Attyani, LJ Simmons, and Richard Xia as the police officers who arrive at the house. Although performing a small role, Richard Xia really brings it on strong as the angriest police officer in drama. His performance can only be called pure comedic aggression.
Lakefield College School often astonishes me with their incredible sets, but the set for Rumors is far and above one of the best sets I have ever seen. Designed by Harold Davies, the two-storey mansion is so well created I felt that I could have moved in and lived on the set quite comfortably.
I also want to make note of the costumes in Rumors. With the women in elegant dresses and the men in classic suits, the costumes bring an air of decadence to the stage, which clashes against the zany escapades. I really liked the style and elegance of the production, which captured the feeling of the New York elite.
The cast of Rumors on the amazing two-storey set designed by Harold Davies. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)
Rumors is more than just a farcical comedy. It’s a window into the madness of high society, and how it takes a lot of effort to maintain ambition, vanity, ego, and status — perhaps more energy than it’s worth. But it also is a comedy where one lie plays upon another, creating a situation that gets bigger and bigger as the show goes on. What really happen to Charlie? Where is Myra? Will the truth ever come out? Does it really matter?
It is always a joy to go to Lakefield College School. I love the beautiful Bryan Jones Theatre, the new faces on stage, the professionalism of the cast and crew, and the inviting atmosphere of the school. But the most astonishing thing about their productions is that they are free to the public. It’s a great night out and a way to support some fresh talent.
Rumors will be performed at the Bryan Jones Theatre at Lakefield College School on Thursday, May 25th and Friday, May 26th at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee performance at 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 27th. Admission to all performances is free.
The Victoria Day long weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer, when many people go camping and open their cottages for the season.
Victoria Day celebrates Queen Victoria’s birthday (May 24, 1819) and was first declared a holiday in Canada in 1845. It was originally observed on May 24 every year unless that date was a Sunday, in which case it was celebrated on May 25. In 1952, the federal government changed the date to celebrate Victoria Day on the Monday preceding May 25.
The Victoria Day weekend is colliqually known as the “May Two-Four” weekend, referring both to the Queen’s birthdate and to Canadian slang for a case of 24 beer (a popular beverage during the weekend). It’s informally considered to mark the beginning of summer, and many people go camping, open their cottages, garden, or travel during the weekend. Victoria Day itself is traditionally celebrated with fireworks displays on Monday night.
Queen Victoria in her official Diamond Jubilee photograph in 1897. She reigned for almost 64 years until her death in 1901 at the age of 81. (Photo: W. & D. Downey)
Since Victoria Day is both a federal and a provincial statutory holiday, government offices, post offices, libraries, and schools are closed, as are liquor stores and beer stores. Many grocery stores and pharmacies are open, as are some shopping malls, banks, and large retail stores. Most tourist attractions, medical clinics, smaller stores, restaurants, museums, and theatres are usually open. Some stores that are closed on Monday have extended hours on Sunday (check with the store).
For your convenience, we provide this list of 248 selected businesses, services, and organizations from across the Kawarthas. While we strive to make the information on this list as accurate as we can, you should call first to confirm hours if you’re travelling any distance (we’ve included phone numbers). If your business or organization is listed and the hours are incorrect, please let us know by using our content feedback form.
Bewdley Transfer Station 7650 County Rd. 9, Hamilton 905-342-2514
CLOSED
Brighton Landfill 1112 County Rd. 26, Brighton 613-475-1946
CLOSED
Canada Post Mail Delivery / Offices (Note: post offices operated by the private sector will be open according to the hours of service of the host business
No collection / delivery
City of Kawartha Lakes City Hall, Municipal Service Centres, and Administration Offices 26 Francis St., Lindsay 705-324-9411
CLOSED
City of Kawartha Lakes Parks, Recreation and Culture facilities, arenas, and pools Various locations, City of Kawartha Lakes 705-324-9411
CLOSED (NO SWIMMING OR FITNESS CLASSES MAY 20 OR 22)
City of Kawartha Lakes Public Libraries Various locations, City of Kawartha Lakes 705-324-9411 x1291
CLOSED
City of Kawartha Lakes Waste and Recycling Collection 26 Francis St., Lindsay 1-888-822-2225
May 22 collection moves to May 23, 23 to 24, 24 to 25, 25 to 26
City of Peterborough Day Cares Peterborough 705-748-8830
CLOSED
City of Peterborough Garbage Pickup Peterborough 705-745-1386
No change
City of Peterborough Green Waste Pickup Peterborough 705-876-1600
No change
City of Peterborough Recycling Pickup Peterborough 705-876-1600
No change
City of Peterborough Social Services Peterborough 705-748-8830
CLOSED
County of Haliburton Administration Offices 11 Newcastle St., Minden 705-286-4085
CLOSED
County of Northumberland Waste and Recycling Collection 555 Courthouse Rd., Cobourg 1-866-293-8379
May 22 collection moves to May 23, 23 to 24, 24 to 25, 25 to 26
County of Peterborough 470 Water St., Peterborough 705-743-0380
CLOSED
County of Peterborough Garbage Pickup Peterborough 705-745-1386
Check your township at ptbocounty.ca or install My Waste App
County of Peterborough Recycling Pickup Peterborough 705-775-2737
After 35 years as Peterborough correspondent for CBC Radio's Ontario Morning, Jack Roe filed his final report on May 19 after CBC decided to cut the positions. (Photo via Trent University Alumni Association)
Jack Roe was told years ago by a mentor that being a radio broadcaster is not unlike being “a hand in a bucket of water. Once the hand is removed, there’s nothing left but the water, but while you’re there, you’re making an impact.”
On Friday morning (May 19), Roe’s hand was removed from the metaphorical bucket of water, with CBC Radio bringing to an abrupt end his 35-year run as the Peterborough correspondent for Ontario Morning.
With the sudden departure of its Kingston correspondent JC Kenny as well, the radio program now has no regional news correspondents in the fold.
“It’s kind of hard hanging up the spurs,” admitted Roe shortly after doing his last Ontario Morning report.
“I had to try and put it out of my mind. I’ve had a few people contact me since the report — family members and a couple of friends — just to say they were sad to see it go and to congratulate me on keeping Peterborough in profile across the province for the past three-and-a-half decades. It’s kind of hard to think it’s been that long, but there it is.”
Wei Chen, host of CBC Radio’s Ontario Morning, would speak with Jack Roe every Friday morning to find out what was happening in Peterborough. (Photo: CBC Radio)
According to Roe, this marks the second time during his lengthy run that CBC Radio severed its relationship with regional correspondents, noting when he started filing Peterborough reports, there were six in the fold.
“They made the decision to cut back all of the correspondents. We all got a phone call one day and they said ‘That’s it.’ I thought ‘Oh man, they’re going to regret that.’ About 18 months later, they started to bring the correspondents back slowly. It ended up with just the two of us (himself and the Kingston correspondent).
“Yes, I worry that the flavour of the show is going to change and people who are avid CBC Radio listeners aren’t going to feel as well represented. CBC may be able to figure out a method of doing that. I hope they do.
“I know, as a journalist, as someone who continues to work in that field, you need to have local contacts; those local voices telling the listening audience what’s going on. To have somebody based in the community who knows and understands people, and understands the vagaries of a particular community and also the heartbeat of the community, is invaluable.”
Jack Roe no longer lives on CBC Radio’s Ontario Morning. Both he and Kingston correspondent JC Kenny have filed their last reports after CBC decided to remove the two positions. (Photo: Jack Roe)
While he remains a weekend anchor with 680 News in Toronto, Roe readily admits he will miss bringing Peterborough news and information to CBC listeners across southern Ontario.
“You don’t just pack it away. This isn’t just a job to me. It turned out to be much, much more than that. It has been a wonderful opportunity to be the voice of the city. I’m proud to have been able to do that. I’m blessed to have had the opportunity.”
Reflecting back, when asked the unfair question of what one story he reported on stands out still, Roe quickly mentions the July 2004 Peterborough flood and its aftermath — “That story went on for quite awhile” — but then recalls others, noting “The Parkway has been both the bane of my existence and fodder for stories time and time again.
“There were a lot of fun stories to tell too, The fact that I was able to go out on the Peterborough Musicians’ Benevolent Association story today was lovely. Those are the stories I like to tell the most; the ones that have people involved in them. They’re the stories that come to life. The stories that involved people and the process of telling the personality of Peterborough were the most fun.
“The one story that keeps coming back is the daylight robbery of the IGA store in East City. It was literally a Keystone Kops story … a great story to spin out. Fortunately no one was hurt in the whole thing and they got all the money back. They did get all three guys, one of whom had swam across the river and was attacked by a nest of muskrats.”
The 64-year-old Roe hopes to pursue writing and possibly more community theatre work. (Photo: Jack Roe)
Having spend a lifetime in radio — a Trent University grad, he worked at Trent Radio before co-hosting a CKPT Radio open line show with Al Porteous for 13 years — Roe notes he has long been on the front lines of the changing face of radio news. As such, he’s well positioned to express concern about the future of the medium as a local news source.
“To take away that local voice, to take away the opportunity for people to be heard and reflected, is a travesty and it’s happening all over the place. I think CBC may have to rethink the fact that they seem to have gone more global, more national, more provincial, rather than saying we need to talk more about Kingston or Peterborough or wherever.”
Jack Roe may now have more time to hone his acting chops in local community theatre. (Photo: Jack Roe)
Still, when one door closes, another inevitably opens. At age 64, Roe says he still has much to offer beyond his continuing 680 News gig, noting writing is an area he’d like to pursue and, perhaps, more community theatre work. The last production he was involved in was The Mouse House staged by the Peterborough Theatre Guild.
“I love acting. Part of the reason I got involved in it was to finally be able to see an audience. I spend my whole time behind a microphone and it’s kind of a weird thing. You don’t know who’s there or how many there are. Not so with acting.”
Terming the end of his time with Ontario Morning “bittersweet … I don’t have socks that old”, Roe is grateful to have had the opportunity to broadcast Peterborough news to an Ontario-wide audience for as long as he did.
“It was a great run. I’m happy to have been able to do it as long as I was able to. Now I’m going to keep my ear to the ground and we’ll see what comes up next.”
The thunderstorms on Thursday (May 18) have knocked out power to more than 32,000 customers in cottage country, just before cottage season unofficially opens on the Victoria Day long weekend.
As of Friday (May 19), Hydro One reports 331 outages in a broad swath north of Toronto, from Parry Sound east to Ottawa.
Significant damage was caused to power lines by the strong winds that accompanied Thursday’s thunderstorms.
In the Kawarthas, the thunderstorms veered to the north, resulting in outages in areas around Minden, Apsley, and Bancroft.
Hydro One’s outage map on Friday, May 19th shows locations without power across cottage country. (Map: Hydro One)
Although hydro crews are working to restore power to affected customers, it is unknown when hydro will be fully restored.
Three businesses to help you make the most of cottage season: powersports and marine from Dunfords of Havelock, an easy and safe way to split kindling using The Kindling Maker, and (pictured) fishing and family fun at Southview Cottages on Rice Lake. (Photo: Southview Cottages)
The Victoria Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of cottage season. Whether you want to get out on the ATV and explore, easily and safely make some kindling for your campfire, or enjoy a cottage without the commitment, these three businesses will help you enjoy the best of the outdoors in the Kawarthas this summer.
Get some mud in your tires with Dunfords of Havelock
Forget the parking lot: Dunfords of Havelock lets you try out your ATV, UTV or 4x4 in real conditions before you buy it. (Photo: Dunfords of Havelock)
Deb Taylor shows off one of Dunfords of Havelock's many side by sides with shop dog and door greeter Barney. (Photo: Eva Fisher / kawarthaNOW)
Owner Murray Croteau kept the Dunfords name because of the business's great reputation throughout central Ontario. (Photo: Eva Fisher / kawarthaNOW)
Glenn Girard started working for Dunfords of Havelock in 1998. His service expertise is one reason people keep coming back. (Photo: Eva Fisher / kawarthaNOW)
Finding the perfect ATV or side by side isn’t just about the specs. It’s about getting out in the field, trying it out in real-world conditions, and knowing you’re dealing with people who know their products and will back them with great service.
Dunfords of Havelock (9323 County Rd. 30, Havelock, 705-778-3767) was established in 1970. The Dunford brothers started in the street bike business, but when ATVs came out their off road business boomed and they refocused. Dunfords was recently bought by Murray Croteau, who kept the Dunford name because of its great reputation.
They sell boats, jetskis, side by sides, snowmobiles, ATVs, trailers, FLOE docks, power equipment, parts, and accessories. They also have a repair shop with staff who will keep your motors running when you need them, and a storage facility to keep them safe and out of your way when you don’t. They carry products by Honda, Yamaha, G3, Suncatcher, Mirrocraft, Montego Bay, and Triton.
Deb Taylor has been working for Dunfords of Havelock since 2008. She says that having a staff that’s not too pushy is one of the keys to their success.
“I think what’s helped to build the Dunfords reputation is that our sales staff are not driven by making commission. It’s a team effort here to make a customer happy.”
Deb says that when you offer great service, people come back, and they tell their friends.
“We have been in the top 25 dealers for Honda in all of Canada, year after year after year. I think a big part of that reason is because we work as a team and because everybody gets a chance to demo what they think they want to buy.”
And that’s not just in the parking lot either. At Dunfords, you’re encouraged to try out your potential purchase in the conditions you’ll actually be using them in.
“You’ve got 90 acres to go out in — woods and field and pond and sand.”
Sales Manager Phil Higgins agrees.
“Part of what they talk about, generation after generation, is the Dunfords experience. Driving around the building once means nothing.”
That’s why Dunfords of Havelock offers the opportunity to try out your vehicle in real conditions.
“The farmer can ride around the edge of the field, and the trail rider can go out through the trails in the woods. We’ve got a track that simulates a racing or sports experience. And we don’t expect a test drive to last 30 seconds or a minute. We make sure they’ve got enough gas in the tank to spend 10, 15, 20 minutes if they need to.”
Dunfords of Havelock offers competitive financing options, with the highest five year rate topping out at 5.9%. There are also special deals for members of Ducks Unlimited and the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.
Dunfords of Havelock are open six days a week, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. You can find them online at www.dunfordsofhavelock.com and on Facebook and Twitter.
Throw away your axe and keep all your fingers with The Kindling Maker
Whether you heat or cook with wood, or just enjoy sitting around a campfire, The Kindling Maker makes it easy and safe for anyone to split kindling.
The idea
Charles Tyson has been a steel fabricator for 40 years. The idea to create The Kindling Maker began years ago when he made his first foot-powered splitter.
“It was 25 pounds, and a little difficult to use, but it worked. Improving the design has always been in the back of my mind.”
Fast forward to 2013 — after numerous prototypes, Charles designed a kindling maker that would split kindling easily.
“I wanted something that anybody could use.”
His wife tested his many prototypes, and he remembers the moment of truth.
“My wife placed the firewood on The Kindling Maker, and within minutes, had a pile of kindling.”
As well as the Wall Mount Kindling Maker, Charles Tyson offers the Portable Kindling Maker. It is designed to sit on a picnic table, but can be set on any flat surface or on the ground right beside your fire. It folds down in just a few seconds to store in your RV or vehicle. (Photo: Charles Tyson)
Splitting wood using leverage
Splitting wood into kindling doesn’t require a lot of force, and the blade doesn’t need to be very sharp. “It’s a matter of physics,” explains Charles. The Kindling Maker utilizes leverage.
Safety was Charles’ primary concern when designing The Kindling Maker. He remembers a trip to his uncle’s cottage on Kushog Lake when he was 7 years old.
“I was always itching to swing that axe. My uncle showed me a scar on his knee from when he was cutting kindling and missed, bringing the force of the sharp axe blade down on his knee. That always stayed with me.”
Charles is no stranger to wood-splitting accidents. When his own kids came along and the family started camping, he hit his own fingers a few times with the hatchet.
“I thought to myself, there must be a better way.”
Charles Tyson has been a steel fabricator for 40 years. His Little Kindling Maker is easy to use, fast, and very safe. You can screw it down to a work bench, sit it on a picnic table, or set it on any flat surface or on the ground right beside your fire. (Photo: Charles Tyson)
Fun and easy to use
Instead of being at risk of injury from the traditional methods such as an axe, The Kindling Maker is easy very safe and, as Charles’ customers can attest, an innovative solution to making kindling. Many of his customers come back to purchase units for their own family and friends.
“It’s really gratifying to get that repeat business, to know that The Kindling Maker is making splitting kindling safe and easy for everyone.”
In addition to the classic “Wall Mount Kindling Maker”, there’s also a “Portable Kindling Maker”, which is great for camping, and a “Little Kindling Maker”, that works on any sturdy surface or workbench.
Relax into cottage fun with Southview Cottages
Southview Cottages offers 52 cottages, 12 RV or campsites, 50 acres of land, and over 1,400 feet of shoreline. (Photo: Southview Cottages)
Fishing is a star attraction at Southview Cottages. Owner Sandy says that Rice Lake has the best fishing in Ontario. (Photo: Southview Cottages)
Cool off on Southview's sand beach, or enjoy your air conditioned cottage. There are plenty of ways to relax in comfort. (Photo: Southview Cottages)
Southview Cottage's new play area offers plenty of fun to keep the little ones happy and occupied while you relax. (Photo: Southview Cottages)
Looking for a cottage without the commitment? Southview Cottages (875 Southview Drive, Bailieboro, 705-939-6761) offers boating, fishing, swimming, and more on the beautiful shores of Rice Lake.
Part owner Sandy Brough says that you can’t help but relax at Southview Cottages.
“Our way of life here is enjoying each moment by the water’s edge — either by a campfire or out in a boat fishing.”
Sandy’s family bought the resort in 1974, and she is part of the third generation involved in the family business. The resort has 52 cottages, 12 RV or camp sites, 50 acres of land, and over 1,400 feet of shoreline.
World-renowned fishing
Southview Cottages was founded in 1945 as a fishing camp, and Sandy says that they still get guests from all over the world who come to fish.
“The old fishermen’s tale here is that ‘there’s more fish in Rice Lake per acre than any other lake in Ontario.’ Southview is great for the anglers looking to fish for large and small mouth bass, walleye, pan fish, catfish, and carp.”
Lots to do and see by the water
In addition to top rated fishing, Southview Cottages offers a heated pool and a sandy beach for swimming, as well as a sports court and a new playground for the kids.
Guests have free use of kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards and paddle boats. There’s also a boardwalk and 30 acres of nature trails to explore. Cottages are air conditioned, with large decks and barbecues for guests to use.
Sandy says that you will spend your trip surrounded with natural beauty.
“You can expect to wake up every morning watching the sunrise as you listen to the calming sounds of water and nature. We have an extraordinary view here, that brings our customers back year after year.”
Family time, not screen time
More than anything, Sandy says that Southview Cottages is a great place to spend quality time with your family.
“In this age of technology, it’s difficult to find time to unplug and make classic memories with your family. Southview’s focus is to create an atmosphere of country cottage living, with relaxation as the key to making the most out of your vacation.”
This summer Southview Cottages is offering specials throughout the season.
Their “Catch the Southview Experience” special offers a mid-week rate for the long weekends of Victoria, Memorial, and Labour Day. For their “Catch the Family Fun” special, they are offering 25% off a week stay for the week of June 24th and August 26th.
Peterborough's Faith Dickinson received the Diana Award, presented by Prince William and Prince Harry, for her "Cuddles for Cancer" charity. (Photo: Kensington Palace)
Today (May 18), 14-year-old Faith Dickinson of Peterborough was honoured with the inaugural Diana Award, presented to her by Prince William and Prince Harry.
The awards ceremony took place at St. James’s Palace in Westminster, where Faith was among 19 other young people from Britain and around the world who received the award.
The Diana Award is a charity legacy to the belief of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, that young people have the power to change the world. The award is supported by Prince William and Prince Harry and their team at the Royal Charities Forum of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry.
Princess Diana died in a car crash 20 years ago this August.
The Diana Award entry for Faith Dickinson. (Graphic: The Diana Award)
Faith, a grade nine student at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School, was honoured for her “Cuddles for Cancer” charity.
She started the charity, which provides fleece blankets for people living with cancer, when she was nine years old. The charity will mark its fifth anniversary on July 1st — the day that would have been Princess Diana’s 56th birthday.
Here’s a photo of all of the 20 recipients of The Diana Award, along with Prince William and Prince Harry:
The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry are presenting a new award on behalf of The @DianaAward at St. James's Palace today. pic.twitter.com/PYvuqgzS1z
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) May 18, 2017
Faith had the opportunity to speak with Prince William:
Marley's Bar & Grill in Buckhorn opens for the season this weekend with performances by Washboard Hank on Friday and Saturday night. Marley's will have live music on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the summer.
Every Thursday, we publish live music and performance events at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas based on information that venues provide to us directly or post on their website or social media channels. Here are the listings for the week of Thursday, May 18 to Wednesday, May 24.
If you’re a pub or club owner and want to be included in our weekly listings, please email our Nightlife Editor at nightlife@kawarthanow.com.
Thursday, May 25 3-6pm: RC4G Rock Block Social Jam; 8pm - Peterborough Poetry Slam
Friday, May 26 9pn - Low Dérive, The Costanzas, Coach Bombay, The Corporate Life, Seyton ($6)
Saturday, May 28 National Drone Day (experimental/ambient music)
Sticks Sports Pub
500 George St. S., Peterborough
(705) 775-7845
Saturday, May 20
2-5pm - Cameron von Criegern
Sweet Bottoms Cafe
19 Colborne St., Fenelon Falls
(705) 887-7506
Saturday, May 20
7-10pm - Open Mic
Turtle John's Pub & Restaurant
64 John St., Port Hope
(905) 885-7200
Coming Soon
Saturday, July 1 2-5pm - Canada Day ft Garage Dog
The Venue
286 George Street North, Peterborough
(705) 876-0008
Coming Soon
Friday, May 26 A Phantom Returns ft Peter Karre fundraiser for StageCoach Peterborough ($25 or $100 VIP Ticket, available at www.peterkarrieusa.com/peterborough)
White House Hotel
173 Charlotte St., Peterborough
(705) 741-2444
Friday, May 19
5-9pm - Northern Soul
Saturday, May 20
5-9pm - Northern Soul
Wild Blue Yonder Pub at Elmhirst's Resort
1045 Settlers Line, Keene
(705) 295-4591
Coming Soon
Tuesday, June 6 7:30pm - Tuned Up Tuesdays ft Mayhemingways (no cover)
George, a muskrat who was deliberately injured and abandoned, has succumbed to his injuries. Police are now investigating the incident and seeking the public's help. (Photo: Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue)
Update (Friday, May 19)
OPP investigators have identified the three youths involved in this incident and have ruled out any criminal behaviour.
The police investigation has revealed that the local area youths had discovered the injured muskrat at the shoreline earlier in the day and taken it home where they (and a parent) attempted to contact the local animal shelter.
After having no success, and on the advice of that parent, they returned the animal back to the shoreline in a box lined with a towel, in the hopes its mother would find it and nurse it back to health.
Police are not ruling out that the injuries sustained by the muskrat are a result of a confrontation with another animal. The police have deemed the investigation complete, pending new information that would cause further police involvement.
Original story
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the public’s help in identifying three people suspected of deliberately injuring a muskrat, which has since died from its injuries.
On Monday (May 15) at around 7 p.m., a woman fishing on Plank Road in Gores Landing at Rice Lake noticed three teenagers exiting a car at the boat launch area, one of them carrying a “Huggies” diaper box. One of the teens placed the box near the water’s edge at Rice Lake and the teens then left the area, laughing.
When the woman investigated and opened the container, she found a muskrat, not moving and obviously injured. The woman called the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, who directed her to Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue wildlife rehabilitation centre.
Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue took the muskrat, who they named “George”, into their care. Staff determined the muskrat was suffering from serious injuries: the sides of his mouth had been cut, his teeth were broken, and he had significant damage to his left eye. They set up a crowdfunding campaign to offset the cost of veterinarian bills; to date, the campaign has raised over $3,300.
Unfortunately, on Wednesday (May 17), George succumbed to his injuries.
An x-ray of George the muskrat, who had extensive injuries. George died on May 17. (Photo: Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue)
On May 17th, the OPP Northumberland Detachment entered into an investigation of the incident. Police have provided more details about the alleged perpetrators. The three teenagers are two females and one male, all between 16 and 18 years old. They were driving a mid-sized four-door blue sedan.
Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the three teenagers in the vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to call the Cobourg OPP Detachment at 905-372-5421 or toll free 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call the Peterborough/Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-847 7 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000 and not have to appear in court.
Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue will be using the funds collected through their GoFundMe campaign to pay for George’s veterinary bills as well as a detailed autopsy. His remains will be sent off to the Ontario Veterinary College located in Guelph. In honour of George and animal welfare, Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue will be building a specific rehabilitation enclosure for semi-aquatic mammals that come into their care for rehabilitation.
Update (May 18 at 8 p.m.) – Environment Canada has ended the severe thunderstorm watch for the Kawarthas region.
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch today (May 18) for the entire Kawarthas region, including:
Apsley – Woodview – Northern Peterborough County
Fenelon Falls – Balsam Lake Park – Northern Kawartha Lakes
Lindsay – Southern Kawartha Lakes
Peterborough City – Lakefield – Southern Peterborough County
Belleville – Quinte West – Eastern Northumberland County
Cobourg – Colborne – Western Northumberland County
Bancroft – Hastings Highlands – Denbigh
Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain.
The thunderstorms are expected to develop ahead of or along a cold front this afternoon or evening.
Very strong wind gusts can damage buildings, down trees, and blow large vehicles off the road. Severe thunderstorms can also produce tornadoes, as well as lightning (which kills and injures Canadians every year).
Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce one or more of the following: large hail, damaging winds, torrential rainfall.
The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
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