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Summer 2017

Volume 24 Number 2

Our Favourite Picks for Summer 2017

Must marvel at gardens, attend Canada’s 150 Celebrations, listen to Words in the Woods and savour loads of flavour at the Wine and Food Festival at Alton Mill.

Jun 21, 2017

Science Projects

If you’ve ever wondered why they have height, width and weight restrictions on science projects at your school, it’s because of cousin Eddie’s corn dryer.

Jun 21, 2017

Cooking with Paul J. Dickson of The Black Wolf Smokehouse

There’s virtually no food Paul won’t give the smoker treatment – mussels smoked in their shells and smoked beets are two recent successes.

Jun 21, 2017

Cured and Smoked Salmon

Paul’s salmon is a different beast, a chunk of fish that flakes as though it’s been cooked, but with a sweet, salty bite.

Jun 21, 2017

Canada, Eh!

From books to art and locally made flags, here are just a few ways to toast Canada in our neck of the woods.

Jun 21, 2017

July 1, 1867

How the birth of the Dominion was celebrated in the hills.

Jun 21, 2017

Women Shine in Learn-to Sport Programs

What makes the difference? Support and personal connections.

Jun 21, 2017

It’s All About the Hair

Not kidding. When I was young I got my haircuts when the horses’ manes and tails were getting clipped.

Jun 21, 2017

When a Mother Dies

Although she misses her mother terribly, Tammi Langdon is glad they took the time to talk about the things that mattered before she died.

Jun 21, 2017

Betty Burgoyne

Family, ponies and a wide social circle keep the sparkle in Betty Burgoyne’s smile.

Jun 21, 2017

Living Large Atop Henning Salon

To simplify life at work and home, this Orangeville couple created the ideal urban loft.

Jun 21, 2017

A Puzzling Conclusion: Summer 2017

Ice cubes and altitudes, one minute puzzle challenge and at the livestock market in Tarbox Corners.

Jun 21, 2017