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Photo Gallery: 2024 Uxbridge Scottish Festival
UXBRIDGE: It was another gorgeous summer weekend at Elgin Park for the 2024 edition of the Uxbridge Scottish Festival, which took place...
The Standard
Aug 7, 20241 min read
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CREATIVELY SPEAKING - Something Old Into Something New
By Robin Van Der Vleuten Monique van Wel, an award-winning goldsmith and custom jewelry designer, specializes in unique designs, turning...
Robin Van Der Vleuten
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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Lindsay residents encouraged to explore their musicality
GRAEME MORRISON Morrison Music KAWARTHA LAKES: Have you always wanted to try a musical instrument but aren't sure where to start? Come to...
The Standard
Aug 7, 20241 min read
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The Artist Within
by Lauren Walker I decided to ask my friend Hildy Smith about her experience working with oil paint. My thanks for her help with this...
Lauren Walker
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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Downtown Uxbridge celebrates the 150 years of Lucy Maud Montgomery this weekend
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard UXBRIDGE: Downtown Uxbridge is set to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s birth, with a...
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Jul 17, 20242 min read
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Brock's Breathtaking Moments photo contest now open
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The Township of Brock, renowned for its stunning Lake Simcoe, expansive countryside, and charming...
darryl knight
Jul 17, 20241 min read
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Upcoming events at the Sunderland Library
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: Summer is in full swing, and the Sunderland branch of the Brock Township Library is excited to announce...
darryl knight
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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Encore Presentation of "Brotherhood" to Commemorate 98th Anniversary of Balsam Lake Tragedy, 5th Anniversary of Film
KAWARTHA LAKES: The Kirkfield & District Historical Society & Museum has announced an encore presentation of the film Brotherhood on July...
The Standard
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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CREATIVELY SPEAKING - She Shoots, She Scores!
By Robin Van Der Vleuten When, local sports and landscape photographer, Sabrina Leeder Shoots, She Scores! Sabrina finessed her...
Robin Van Der Vleuten
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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All American Entertainment Presents The Great Benjamins Circus
KAWARTHA LAKES: All American Entertainment is proud to bring The Great Benjamins Circus to the Lindsay Agricultural Society, for the...
The Standard
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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The Artist Within
by Lauren Walker What a busy time it has been. Since my last article, I am happy to report many wonderful developments. Achievements My...
Lauren Walker
Jun 26, 20242 min read
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Uxbridge Music Hall repairs postponed to 2025 budget
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard UXBRIDGE: In a report, presented to the Uxbridge Township council, on Monday, June 3rd, Amanda Ferraro,...
darryl knight
Jun 13, 20242 min read
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Volunteer appreciation night for local theatre group
ROBIN VAN DER VLEUTEN The Standard SCUGOG: On Tuesday, June 4th, the Port Perry Town Hall Theatre held its first Annual Volunteer...
Robin Van Der Vleuten
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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Lindsay Social Dance Club
ROBIN VANDERVLEUTEN The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Each Friday night at Queen Victoria PS in Lindsay, the Lindsay Social Dance Club gathers...
Robin Van Der Vleuten
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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Wishing Tower Sculpture Dedication in Beaverton Harbour
Christine Dukelow, Beaverton Special Events BROCK: The scenic Beaverton Harbour is set to become even more captivating with the unveiling...
The Standard
Jun 13, 20242 min read
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Creatively Speaking - Carved in stone
By Robin Van Der Vleuten Carved in Stone is a masonry technique Jordan Clements has mastered since he first began his masonry journey in...
Robin Van Der Vleuten
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Local artists to enhance Beaverton Harbour with fish-themed art
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: Brock Arts and Culture recently received unanimous approval from council, to install a series of...
darryl knight
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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How to find the artist within
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard Lauren Walker is a local artist who has achieved a few awards and organized shows. One of her first shows...
Courtney McClure
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Outdoor summer movies are back in Brock
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The Township of Brock recently announced the return of Outdoor Movies for Summer 2024! “Gather your...
darryl knight
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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For the love of the theatre
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard SCUGOG: Theatre on the Ridge, a not-for-profit organization, has been a part of the Scugog and North Durham...
Courtney McClure
May 29, 20242 min read
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