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 Concert Series at Virginia United Church in November, with six concerts planned. As we hit the halfway mark, the series is in full swing. Last Saturday, the Allison Lupton Trio captivated the audience with a blend...
Taste of Georgina culinary event gears up for its biggest year yet
By Michelle Poirier Taste of Georgina returns for its fourth year, offering diners a variety of prix fixe menus at 16 local restaurants. The culinary event, organized by the Town of Georgina, runs between February 23 and March 7. Cristina Liu, the Town's Marketing and Promotions Coordinator, says it helps promote Georgina's restaurants, especially during the slow winter months. "By bringing the...
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 the Link. That's more than 130 per week—a far cry from the 35 meals it first served when the program began in 2021. Each Wednesday, people "pay what you can" for a delicious, nutritious meal made...
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 drawing and sculpture show that appeals to both art and movie lovers. The Drawing & Sculpture Show, from January 20 to March 3, features the work of Olexander Wlasenko, who creates large-scale charcoal drawings of scenes...
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 from winter – we celebrate it! SnoFest is an excellent way to spend an afternoon with family and friends doing all kinds of fun, free activities,” Mayor Margaret Quirk said. “With ice carving demo’s, face painting,...
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 critically acclaimed Canadian country singer-songwriter Zachary Lucky. Lucky, who hails from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, but now lives in Orillia, treated the audience to two sets, including some new material, which he previewed for the first time before...
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 the lives of numerous individuals in our community. Volunteers in particular have a special place in her narratives. Now it is time to cast the spotlight on Karen herself. Without her efforts, the stories that make...
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 embraced the frigid waters at Willow Beach on New Year's Day. The cold plungers were joined by 20 supporters who stayed on shore with towels and blankets at the ready. Everyone was asked to bring food...
Keswick teen becomes first female football player to win championship
By Michelle Poirier Chloe Winterton, a grade 12 student at Newmarket's Huron Heights Secondary School, made school board history last month, becoming the first female YRDSB student to win an OFSAA football championship. Winterton, 17, a wide receiver, plays for the Huron Heights Warriors, who won the Golden Horseshoe Bowl in Windsor on November 28 with a decisive 37-2 win over...
Pefferlaw Lions challenge other service clubs to donate to Food Pantry
By Mike Anderson Dave Harding, past president of the Pefferlaw Lions, has a message for other local service clubs. He's challenging them to raise funds and food for the Georgina Community Food Pantry (GCFP) this holiday season. Harding made the appeal after dropping off a $3,000 cheque from the Pefferlaw Lions on December 1. "Our bingos and cornhole nights and different projects...
