Buttertart Festival celebrates Canada’s gooey treat while raising funds for special needs programs
By Ewa Chwojo-Srawley Butter tarts, butter tarts, melt in your mouth and melt hearts… Especially because proceeds from the event support the Peaceful Hearts Georgina Foundation, which provides day programing for special needs children, youth and young adults. “We are growing,” said Karin Cacciola, the founder. “We are accepting new clients, and we are developing new programs.” Cacciola started the foundation...
Queensville Players kick off their 2022/23 season with Disney’s High School Musical
By Mike Anderson The Queensville Players, Georgina's only community theatre group, opens its 2022/23 season with Disney's High School Musical at the Stephen Leacock Theatre on November 18. Based on the hit 2006 movie starring Zac Efron (Troy) and Vanessa Anne Hudgens (Gabriella), the twenty-person QP cast will perform the movie's memorable show tunes and dazzling choreography ten times over two...
Georgina’s Homegrown ’22 concert rocks the stage
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley The music industry was hit hard by COVID. Many musicians tried to have a presence via Zoom, but there is nothing that can replace performing live on-stage. Our local musicians recently got that chance thanks to a Town of Georgina initiative, lead by Jodi Pridham, manager of Cultural Services, and Kate Ottaway, theatre coordinator. “Musicians still feel the...
Women In Business Conference inspires future entrepreneurs
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley After a two-year hiatus, Wonder Women: Women in Business Conference, hosted by the Georgina Chamber of Commerce on September 23, presented local businesswomen and future entrepreneurs with a forum to exchange ideas and network. The full-day conference featured several "Wonder Women," including Pooja Handa, co-host of CHFI's weekday morning show, as the keynote speaker, and local businesswomen as...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation flag raising ceremony held at Civic Centre
By Mike Anderson A beautiful Fall day greeted a crowd of more than a hundred people who gathered to watch the flag of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation (CGIFN) raised at the Georgina Civic Centre, marking the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. The federal statutory holiday, established in 2021, honours Indigenous survivors and...
Georgina Studio Tour draws art lovers from far and wide
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley The Georgina Studio Tour is fast becoming a major tourist attraction, drawing not only hundreds of local people but also visitors from Toronto, Thornhill, Aurora, and Uxbridge. According to organizers, a revamped social media campaign contributed to this year’s success. “We increased our social media presence. We offer high quality works, and we have huge support from our community....
History comes to life during Harvestfest at Georgina’s Pioneer Village
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Harvestfest 2022, sponsored by the Georgina Historical Society, attracted more than 500 people to the Pioneer Village on September 17, eager to celebrate autumn's arrival and have good old-fashioned fun. Two dozen volunteers in period costumes charmed visitors with stories from Georgina's past and played pioneer games with the younger guests. "It's great to be back and to welcome...
Georgina Marathon draws hundreds of runners from across Ontario
By Mike Anderson The second annual Georgina Marathon, held on September 11, was a resounding success, drawing hundreds of runners and their families to De La Salle Park and the scenic Lake Drive course. The marathon, which sold out this year, has become popular with runners for the relatively flat terrain, which contributes to lower times, and the beautiful views...
Briars Golf Club celebrates 100 years
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley The Briars Golf Club, founded in 1922 by local enthusiasts, is still a community-driven organization full of fun with a laid-back feel. "For decades, many families have played a significant role in our success," said Bil Trainor, the club's President. "Our membership is at an all-time high, with residents, cottagers and guests enjoying the challenge and beauty of our...
Georgina Terry Fox Run is this Sunday
By Iryna Paltseva Something amazing happened 42 years ago. An incredible young man Terry Fox who faced a terrible disease and had his leg amputated due to cancer not only didn’t give up but became an example for millions of people. He decided to cross Canada on one leg to raise funds for the fight against cancer. In 143 days,...
