Janice Quirt
Janice Quirt is a freelance writer who lives in Orangeville.
Meet the Maker: Eric Landman
Sep 16, 2019The ancient craft of dry stone walling is alive and well in Headwaters thanks to this busy local artisan.
Our Local Picks
Sep 16, 2019Cozy quilts, cheeky badges and a chic towel ladder from local design whizzes.
Field Notes for Summer 2019
Jun 20, 2019Artistic pursuits, outdoor yoga, farming fun and a kiddie hike!
Food + Drink Summer 2019
Jun 20, 2019Nella’s Jerk has debuted to rave reviews, juicy strawberries and a new stop on the local wine tour.
This Vegan Life
Mar 19, 2019If you want to try a plant-based diet, tap into the local vegan community for recipes, favourite restaurant meals and insider shopping tips.
Field Notes for Spring 2019
Mar 19, 2019Get gardening, outsmart the competition, clean up and spark more joy!
Laugh Machine: Michael McCreary
Nov 20, 2018Mono’s Michael McCreary uses his stand-up to shed light on what it’s like growing up and dealing with social situations as someone with Asperger’s.
Community Catalyst: Andrew McCreary
Nov 20, 2018Mono’s Andrew McCreary studies at George Brown College in the child and youth care program with an eye to working in queer and trans healthcare.
Art Whisperer: Ricky Schaede
Nov 20, 2018In 2014, Ricky Schaede cofounded Club Art, an open studio for kids now at Orangeville’s Mill Street library.
Game Whiz: Coulter Baker
Nov 20, 2018Melancthon’s Coulter Baker is a professional game designer – and Sheridan educator.
Change Artist: Jayde Lavoie
Nov 20, 2018Alton’s Jayde Lavoie studies at the University of Ottawa, majoring in conflict studies and human rights with a minor in Indigenous studies.
Rights Fighter: Jessica Mason
Nov 20, 2018Mono’s Jessica Mason is a Queen’s University gender studies student who also works with at-risk youth in Kingston.
Organic Grower: Jordan Tilley
Nov 20, 2018Jordan Tilley is a dedicated organic farmer at Everdale farm in Hillsburgh.
Autism Advocate: Jordyn Pallett
Nov 20, 2018Mono’s Jordyn Pallett writes an insightful blog about his life by pointing to letters on a transparent alphabet sheet.
Fashion Eye: Rowenna James
Nov 20, 2018Orangeville’s Rowenna James channels her passion for art, painting and fashion into her one-of-a-kind upcycled denim pieces.