Janice Quirt
Janice Quirt is a freelance writer who lives in Orangeville.
An Affinity for Analog
Mar 16, 2024Steeped in digital culture, generation Z and millennials are hungry for vinyl records, processed film, paper journals and real books as the ultimate antidote to a screen-based world.
Meet the Maker: Andrea Trace
Mar 16, 2024Artist Andrea Trace picked up stamp making to add dimension to her mixed media artworks – but the stamps became art unto themselves.
Local Buys: Spring 2024
Mar 16, 2024Bohemian blue scarves, beaded bracelets and fabulous fibre art are some of the local finds this spring.
Teaching by Design
Mar 16, 2024Secondary school teacher Andrea Phillips brings design to life in an Orangeville classroom with 3D printers, design software and a passion for the built environment.
Meet the Maker: Stephanie Casino Esguerra
Nov 27, 2023Meticulously applied lines of jet-black ink are a defining feature of the fanciful works of this Orangeville artist.
Local Buys: Winter 2023
Nov 27, 2023Cozy crochet blankets, handmade ornaments and lusty lumberjacks are just some of the unique items made by our local artisans this gift giving season.
A Sanctuary of Good Design
Nov 27, 2023An elegantly renovated former church in Mono fulfills its mission as a serene family nest for a mom and her two daughters.
Local Buys: Autumn 2023
Sep 8, 2023Check out the gorgeous mosaic trays, bud vases and wearable art made in the hills this autumn.
Food + Drink Summer 2023
Jun 16, 2023Get ready for a summer of gourmet grub with a hot new smoke shack, fresh produce at farmers’ markets, Field to Fork events, and Caledon Ribfest
Local Buys: Summer 2023
Jun 16, 2023Start the summer off right with smart soaps, sweet totes and table linens, all made by local artisans in Headwaters.
Our Cup of Tea
Mar 20, 2023How local tea lovers are growing and reimagining an ancient drink for modern times
Food + Drink Spring 2023
Mar 20, 2023From pop-art macarons to melt-in-your-mouth maamouls, these adorable bites will sweeten your day.
Meet the Maker: Courtney Chard
Mar 20, 2023How professional welder Courtney Chard uses the tricks of her trade to craft intricate, often delicate sculptures.
Local Buys: Spring 2023
Mar 20, 2023Rustic wood bowls, an ode to mushrooms and eye-catching tea towels are just some of the handmade crafts to look for this season.
The Alpaca Whisperer
Mar 20, 2023Julie Broadbent spends her days tending to her herd of 10 fuzzy, rambunctious characters.
Meet the Maker: Johana Cordero
Nov 20, 2022For this weaver, the warp and weft of life is much more than a metaphor.
Local Buys: Winter 2022
Nov 20, 2022Locally grown lavender, handmade pottery, leather beer holders and bold brass earrings will make great gifts to give this season.
Food + Drink Winter 2022
Nov 20, 2022Big flavours brighten the season! From classic bonbons and tourtière to new beers and café treats, a winter of good taste lies ahead.