history
Was Christmas ever ‘Old-Fashioned’?
Nov 20, 2010 | | Historic HillsChristmas was once a simple season of carolling and school concerts, of neighbourly greetings and family visits, of tinkling bells and sleigh rides in gently falling snow, all blessedly free of commercial pressure. Well, maybe.
My Secret Life as a Poacher
Oct 29, 2010 | | Blogs | Community | Leisure | Red Squirrel MusingsChristine Thomas reveals her secret life as a poacher, “stealing” moments of joy from the country around her.
Stars of Dufferin
Sep 13, 2010 | | ArtsMary Lazier’s new, illustrated book tells the history of Dufferin County like you’ve never heard – or seen – it before.
Ontario Gothic
Sep 13, 2010 | | Back IssuesA modest log cabin and a grand Victorian farmhouse merge history in Caledon, thanks to Helen and John Mason.
When Local Government Ruled
Sep 13, 2010 | | Historic HillsBefore there were boards and commissions and tribunals and official plans, and before there were consultants and mission statements and surveys and regulations and codes, the local municipal council handled almost everything. And fast.
The Joy of Community
Aug 5, 2010 | | Blogs | Community | Leisure | Red Squirrel MusingsChristine Thomas reflects on the journey from city to country and the wonderful people met along the way.
Peeling Away the Layers of History
Jul 9, 2010 | | Blogs | Community | Leisure | Red Squirrel MusingsChristine Thomas knew a few people in Toronto. Then she moved to the country and acquired 100 neighbours and a home redolent with history.