HUNTSVILLE — The Town of Huntsville welcomes everyone to two great events taking place in the afternoon Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Canada Summit Centre, 20 Park Drive, Huntsville. Starting at 3 p.m., join Mayor Aitchison and Sports Memorabilia Chair Councillor Jonathan Wiebe as they formally unveil the “Roy MacGregor” sports memorabilia display, located […]
Lois Cooper | GHS public relations GRAVENHURST — The Gravenhurst Horticultural Society annual plant and bake sale is fast approaching. The popular annual fundraiser takes place again this Saturday, May 19, at the Opera House Square, from 8:30 a.m. to noon — rain or shine. Get out early for plants, perennials of all kinds. Members offer […]
HONEY HARBOUR — Here’s a Mother’s Day gift she can use the day after. As Canada’s largest provider of natural and cultural tourism, Parks Canada’s destinations form important cornerstones for Canada’s local, regional, and national tourism industry. Starting May 14th, visitors without their own boat can experience Georgian Bay Islands National Park by reserving DayTripper […]
BRACEBRIDGE — Students considering the post-secondary costs of arts studies should act fast on this opportunity for an arts bursary. The Elene J. Freer Art Scholarship is sponsored by Muskoka Arts & Crafts and is a $1,200 cash award for a graduating high school student from Muskoka who is continuing his or her post-secondary education […]
PARRY SOUND – We the north get a chance to hear what the next premier will be do for us Friday. Seventy-two hours after the official start of the Ontario election, Kathleeen Wynne, Doug Ford and Andrea Horwath will be at the Stockey Centre here for a debate at 11:30 a.m. It’s the final event […]
BRACEBRIDGE — It may seem like a Christmas concert — or at least a hopeful wish. But the Muskoka Men of Song are an optimistic bunch and their spring/summer concert next month is a testament to that. Let Their Be Peace on Earth, Saturday June 16, 7 p.m., at is pretty much preaching to the […]
Celebration of Life: Rhoda A. Wiser Sunday, May 13, 2018 12 Noon – 2 p.m. Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre (Greavette Room) 275 Steamship Bay Rd. Gravenhurst, ON Come have lunch. And share some memories with Rhoda’s family.
Lois Cooper | Gravenhurst Horticultural Society GRAVENHURST — Would you be interested in learning how to garden from a hammock? Or, at least, discover how to reduce the chores in your garden, select easy-care plants, and enjoy their gardens even more. He will be the guest speaker at the May 15 meeting of the Gravenhurst […]
GRAVENHURST — Three iconic Canadian character actors take the stage May 25 at the Gravenhurst Opera House to kick off its 84th season of summer theatre in Muskoka. The Yes Men, featuring Patrick McKenna, Neil Crone and Kevin Hunt will help another introduce the stellar lineup of talent. The Annual Summer Season Gala is a […]
Rhoda Adelphia (nee Robins) Wiser died peacefully in her 96th year on Friday, April 27, 2018 at Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg, with family by her side. She was the last member of the pioneer Robins family who farmed in Draper Township, Bracebridge, Muskoka, Ontario. Rhoda was born on Feb. 10, 1923, lived in Germania, […]
GRAVENHURST – We have three words for you – funny, versatile, entertaining. That’s Heather Bambrick, Diane Leah and Julie Michels of Broadsway. From Gershwin to Gaga the trio of musicians combine their musical experience, extreme talent and eclectic personalities in a show that really is worth hearing and seeing this Friday April 6 at the […]
HUNTSVILLE — Another great concert to watch for this spring is the one by the Muskoka Concert Band. Swing and Dance Your Way Into Spring at the Trinity United Church on May 12 at 2 p.m. It’s a free-will collection concert. Conductor Neil Barlow always has an enjoyable and challenging show for the musicians and […]
GRAVENHURST — The Gravenhurst Elderberries Choir presents their spring concert weekend June 2 and 3 at the legion hall. Saturday night’s show is at 7 p.m. and Sunday afternoon it’s at 2 p.m. This year’s show is entitled ‘Elemental Elderberries: Forces of Nature.’ The well-respected community choral group has several new songs in it’s library […]
MINETT — Theatre lovers can mark June 2 on their calendars. Dot T. Productions, in association with Muskoka Chautauqa, presents Norm Foster’s “On A First Name Baisis” at The Marriott in Minett. William Colgate and Teal Cochrane star in this delightful play that tells the story of a very successful, but cantankerous, novelist who suddenly discovers […]
SIMCOE-MUSKOKA — Sunny, way cool and way over target. That was April 7 when more than 1,650 people were motivated to Move to Give in support of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka. With the help of YMCA child care centres and school age programs across Simcoe/Muskoka, the event raised $137,000, exceeding its goal of $100,000. “Our […]
MUSKOKA — If you’re hoping this snow melts in time to get out your rake to dispose of winter dead woods, forget it. The district says due to weather conditions, leaf and yard waste pickup has been postponed a few more weeks to help you get it together. The annual curbside collection will be provided […]
Lois Cooper | Special to TODAY.com GRAVENHURST — The Gravenhurst Horticultural Society is looking forward to meeting April 17 with a timely speaker, Ann Bossart, from the Parry Sound master gardeners on Pruning and Maintenance of Trees & Shrubs. Bossart will spur us on to do our spring pruning (correctly) on the next warm day. […]
GRAVENHURST— Celebrate spring at the Gravenhurst Opera House Sat. April 14 as the Muskoka Concert Association presents the Metropolitan Silver Band and its Spirit of Brass Concert. The show starts at 7 p.m. and features a great brass band music with something for everyone’s taste. You’ll be able to hear Terra Nova, based in Ode to Newfoundland […]
GRAVENHURST — A sunny day, more than 40 people — plus two dogs — and lots of green led to a pot of gold Sunday. The 10th annual noon-hour Trek for Tourette at the Gravenhurst Centennial Centre raised $4,500 for Tourette Canada’s education and awareness campaign. It was one of 14 walks across Canada. The […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — A week of parties can wear a guy out. Especially when you’re 100 and you’ve been burning a lot of candles at both ends for a century. But if you’re John Ayling you’ve been there before and got a lot of t-shirts in your day(s). The centanarian wasn’t much […]