In & Around Town
Chamber’s Women in Business Conference empowers female entrepreneurs
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
Georgina's entrepreneurial spirit shone brightly at the Wonder Women: Women in Business Conference, held on International Women's Day, March 9, at...
Skills Training Centre offers free seminars for entrepreneurs this month
By Mike Anderson
With Canadian business insolvencies hitting a 19-year high, it's probably a good time for new and aspiring entrepreneurs to think about how...
Georgina’s Multi-Use Recreation Complex opens to rave reviews
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
Georgina's Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC), one of the largest projects in the Town's history, opened its doors on March 2.
Hundreds of residents...
Small Town, Big Sounds: Cedar Hedge Music Series Hits a High Note!
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
Where to catch world-class Canadian musicians? Look no further than Virginia!
Matt Large, a bluegrass musician and music presenter, launched the Cedar Hedge...
Good Food Collective seeks sponsors for its community lunches
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
With each delicious meal served, The Good Food Collective continues to grow.
Last year, it served more than 7,000 affordable community lunches at...
Expect thought-provoking exhibits, great workshops and kid-friendly art camps from GCAC in 2024
By Mike Anderson
The Georgina Centre for Arts & Culture (GCAC) launched its first major exhibition of the year on January 20, with an eclectic...
SnoFest returns to the ROC
By Michelle Poirier
SnoFest returns to the ROC on Saturday, February 3 with a lineup of activities for the whole family.
“In Georgina we don’t run...
Zachary Lucky brings humour, music and storytelling to Virginia United Church
By Mike Anderson
Despite a frigid winter night, people filled almost every pew in the Virginia United Church on Saturday night, eager to hear the...
Karen Wolfe: community journalist becomes community leader
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
With a penchant for storytelling and a focus on the often-overlooked heroes of our community, Karen Wolfe has, through her articles, recounted...
Cold plungers welcome 2024 with frigid dip at Willow Beach
By Terry Taln
Jumping in the lake when the temperature is 1.6 degrees is not for everyone. Yet 50 brave souls held hands as they...
