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www.KARA-inc.ca October 2010 Why We Have a Festival highways at 70 m.p.h., when amusements, like furniture, were made in the village and not in 2010 MUNICIPAL By Pierre Berton ELECTION (reprinted from the 1968 Guide) some far off television factory, and when most Not long ago, a developer interested in exploiting the men worked in the fields and not in the smoky ALL CANDIDATES Kleinburg area, made the public statement that there was cities. This rural past shaped us as a nation and it MEETING nothing of historical interest in our village and nothing affects us to this day. Perhaps that is why we still worth preserving from the past. The town, he indicated, seek the countryside with nostalgia, affection and With candidates for could – and probably should – be bulldozed flat. longing. Mayor, Local Councillor, How many of the thousands who come to the Binder Why is it important to preserve this past? and Regional Councillor Twine Festival each year, would agree with him? Not many, Surely it is because we must understand who we Hosted by KARA we would wager. Kleinburg’s greatest asset is that it still are and where we sprang from. If the Canadian identity is blurred, it may be because we have manages to capture some of the feeling of the rural past TUESDAY been so busy celebrating other nations’ history and that its citizens care enough about their heritage to OCTOBER 19th commemorate it every fall by reliving the days when that we have neglected our own. The Binder 7-10 p.m. farmers bought twine from Charlie Shaw’s hardware store Twine Festival, in its small way, attempts to to bind their sheaves together. Just as Charlie Shaw redress some of that neglect. Kleinburg Public School entertained those who visited Kleinburg each fall, with The physical reminders of our heritage grow Gym fewer with each passing season. Landmarks from a previous age crumble before our obsession with HAVE YOUR VOICE the new and the glossy. If something is old – a HEARD! house, a store, a barn, even a graveyard – the bulldozers take care of it. Winding lanes are (P 2) COME OUT AND MEET In this issue: 2 THE CANDIDATES!  MCMICHAEL AND RESIDENTS SIGN The Kleinburg and Area Ratepayers' Association AGREEMENT is hosting a “Meet the Candidate Night” on Tues- 2010 Binder Twine Queen Contestants– Photo Frank Mazzuca day October 19th, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in  ‘FRAGRANT the auditorium of the Kleinburg Public School on FLORA’ music, dancing and entertainment, so we, preserving that Islington Avenue. CROWNED long tradition, offer a similar festival to a newer This is your opportunity to meet and speak QUEEN generation. with the Candidates for the position of Mayor,  RESIDENTS ON 3 Our purpose is not to make money. Any profit goes to Local and Regional Councillors and Local Council- REVITALIZATION purchase recreational facilities for the village or to lor (Ward 1). There are currently a total of 27 preserve and mark historical sites. Our purpose is to candidates running for these three offices.  CAPPUCCINO & remind people of their past by reliving it, in some measure, A series of questions has been preselected and DEMOCRACY for the space of a few hours. sent to all candidates for a written response,  SHOP TALK: There are many kinds of history. We are conditioned by which will be posted at the meeting. GOURMET MEATS schoolbooks to think of history in terms of kings, Whether you are concerned about traffic, local OF KLEINBURG statesmen and great events. Although Kleinburg has development, community services, our local hos- 4 nourished one Canadian prime minister Lester B. Pearson – pital plans or the efficient use of your municipal  COMMUNITY it is not this kind of history that we mark with our and regional taxes, please join us for a stimulating EVENTS AND September festival. The purpose of Binder Twine day is to evening! CLUBS remind us of a time when life did not race past on asphalt The SPIRIT www.KARA-Inc.ca McMichael and Residents Sign Agreement On September 2, after once-weekly negotia- efforts to find solutions together". KARA President tions over a two month period, Kleinburg residents Ken Schwenger echoed these comments adding and McMichael Gallery reached and signed a “these improvements will retain the natural memorandum of understanding concerning issues beauty as much as possible and dignify the pillars surrounding the McMichael Infrastructure project of our Canadian Art Community. Many thanks to to enhance the Gallery grounds. all!” The agreement provides for only a small change Local residents were also pleased with the out- to the entrance road for the cemetery beautifica- come. Enzo Cappuccitti, a neighbour of tion, which will minimize the loss of mature trees McMichael and Committee member, expressed (reduced from impacting 30 to 2) and a modified “It was a pleasure to be part of a passionate group route of the sculpture and entrance pathways with of Kleinburg residents who worked together to Ad-hoc McMichael Residents Committee the addition of substantial numbers of plantings to stand for values important to the future of our Members (R-L) Acting McMichael CEO- screen abutting properties and mitigate privacy community. I thank the McMichael Gallery , the Peter Ross, Ray Plouffe-Resident, Enzo Cappuccitti-Resident, Councillor Peter concerns. A proposed turn-around in the hydro Kleinburg community and our Councillor Peter Meffe, McMichael Project Manager Alex corridor has also been removed. Meffe for their dedicated commitment to main- Meadu, Kay Plouffe-Resident, Anna Bortolus Councillor Meffe who helped facilitate the tain the natural beauty of McMichael for future -KARA, Suzanne Hajdu Landscape De- group’s progress shared, “I am so pleased that we generations and all to enjoy.” signer, and McMichael Operations Manager have been able to come to a successful agreement Acting McMichael CEO Peter Ross summed up Sheri Guevara-Mann on these issues. I want to particularly thank the saying “"On behalf of the McMichael Canadian Art (Members Absent from Photo : KARA Direc- residents, McMichael and KARA for all their joint Collection, I would like to acknowledge and (to P3) tors: Diana Chari, Ken Schwenger, and Betty Silver-who is also a Cardish resident) Why We have a Festival– from page 1 of what history really is. To suggest that the bulldozing of a community with as many roots as straightened out and covered over; trees fall ours has, is "progress" is to corrupt the meaning beneath the developer’s axe, the memories of of that once noble word. another time become blurred. Even John Kline’s Real progress involves more than bulldozers, original mill, which marked the birth of this development and sewage. Real progress involves community; vanished a few years ago when a the kind of community understanding and zeal highway was straightened. that produced the annual Binder Twine Festival. We cannot of course preserve everything. Nor But if Kleinburg were to be bulldozed away and should we try. But to say flatly that a village which recreated as just another metropolitan suburb, has existed for 125 years has nothing in it of what point would there be to the Festival? If we historical significance is to reveal a fatal ignorance destroyed all evidence of our heritage, how could we continue to celebrate it?

―Fragrant Flora‖ is Crowned Queen 2010!

Fischer, Alana Mammoliti, Mary Fischer, Jenna Catherine Dyck (a.k.a. Fragrant Flora) was Bertuzzo and Michelle Beevor. crowned as the new Binder Twine Queen for 2010 at the festival and took home a cheque for $1500. What did they have to do to win these prizes? She managed to extract over 1000ml (that’s a li- The competition involved nail driving, log saw- tre!) of milk from the cow and sawed the log in 44 ing, pancake flipping, hog calling, braiding a seconds. Catherine was second last year so prac- mop head and, of course, milking a cow! tice pays off! Hopefully next year all the entrants will try Placing second, winning $750, was Rachel James again, except for Queen Catherine who is now (Betzy Lou). Third was Cassie Arnott (Tawny ineligible to participate. Remember you have to Twine) winning $400 and fourth was Kristen Nieu- be a Kleinburg/Nashville resident and between whof (Erny) winning $200. the ages of 16 and eternity. Ladies, you have a Catherine Dyck (a.k.a. Fragrant Flora) whole year to practise your womanly skills and is crowned 2010 Binder Twine Queen – This year there were 10 amazing contestants! The prepare your pioneer costumes. See you all at Photo: Geoff Simpson other entrants were Angelika Quinn, Tiffany the stage at 4:30pm next September, 2011. ALL WELCOME!! Email your Association — [email protected] Volume 13, No. 9 KLEINBURG MAINSTREET (cont’d) thank the Kleinburg Residents Ad-Hoc Commit- Residents on Revitalization! REVITALIZATION tee for their hard work in working with us to ensure the PROJECT Residents are having their say when it comes to Grounds Enhancement project at the McMichael incor- porated many of the suggestions from our neighbours. what they want to see and do in our village. WORKSHOP We are pleased that so many residents of Kleinburg ex- Since September, KARA Directors have been FOR RESIDENTS AND pressed their support and interest in this project and we helping to coordinate five group meetings with a look forward to welcoming everyone to our opening of STAKEHOLDERS wide spectrum of our community for the City’s the new grounds and sculpture garden next year." consultants “Urban Marketing Collective”, to NOVEMBER 3rd help them collect data for their Economic revi- Musings on 7-9 p.m. talization study of Kleinburg’s commercial dis- Cappuccino and Democracy…. trict. Already three meetings have taken place COPPER CREEK Last week, I found myself seated happily at a bustling where residents have been asked about their GOLF CLUB street-side cafe, on a sun-dappled leafy promenade shopping patterns, their hopes about what they KLEINBURG ROOM in warm and breezy Barcelona. Armed with a generous would like to see in Kleinburg and what would and frosty glass of excellent Spanish sangria, I Register at make them shop or frequent businesses more in watched with curiosity, as those around me, from all [email protected] or call corners of the world and in a delightful mix of lan- Kleinburg. Says KARA Vision Committee Chair 416-921-4181 (John Archer, Urban Mar- guages, discussed love, war, recent news, religion, poli- Diana Chari, “The meetings have been quite keting Collective) tics, family gossip, the weather and fashion; displaying a enlightening with great ideas and suggestions.” range of emotions from heated animation to deadly seriousness. Europeans have raised the enjoyable com- bination of intellectual debate and blatant people- SHOP TALK— watching over a drink, to an art form; there were few a special feature on businesses empty seats at any cafe or bar you passed. in Kleinburg and Nashville Democracy is certainly not perfect, but one of its LET’S CHAT ABOUT: virtues is respect for free and open debate and ex- GOURMET MEATS of Kleinburg change of diverse opinions and views on many topics, including politics, government and the performance of Gourmet Meats of Kleinburg is a quaint meat those who choose that line of work. Each of us has our shop offering a selection of beef, veal, pork, own unique expectations of our politicians. We each lamb, poultry and seafood products. They use evaluate their decisions and actions according to our only Certified Angus Beef and will soon be offer- owns standards, opinions, experience, background, ing organic meat products. Specialty meats such values, and moral and ethical codes. Elections are a as duck and quail are also available, along with a good time for us to focus on the composition, responsi- selection of both fresh and frozen seafood. bilities and performance of our governments, some- Gourmet pastas are also available frozen - ready times overlooked in all our busy lives. to heat and serve. On October 25, we have the opportunity which only Custom orders are available and upon request Tony welcomes you to comes along every few years, to vote in 's mu- and can be fully marinated and prepared – ready Gourmet Meats of Kleinburg nicipal election. Why not consider making a little time, for the grill! at 10480 Islington! like the Europeans do, to meet a friend or two in ad- Having a backyard party for groups of ten or vance of that date, not only to share a cappuccino or more? Order your meat/seafood from Gourmet latte, but to exercise our right, too often taken for Meats and they will provide barbeque service for granted in democracies like ours, to voice our opinions free – an exceptional service that is sure to make of our politicians, discuss the issues which are impor- your get-together less stressful so that everyone tant to us, consider how they have been addressed by can enjoy the party! our elected representatives, and listen to the views, To complete your event, Gourmet Meats of opinions and ideas of our fellow citizens. Even the an- Kleinburg can also provide party platters of cient Greeks saw the practical wisdom of locating their cheese, fruit, veggies, sandwiches/wraps, lasa- schools, speeches & intellectual debates, not far from gna, etc. Be sure to note the selection of season- the marketplace in central Athens - so treat yourself to ings, sauces, coffee, teas and spelt pasta that is a tasty coffee with a friend or neighbour, hear what also available. they have to say, share your opinions with them and Enjoy a cold granita (coffee/lemon) while give some serious thought to how you can best exercise browsing – owners Tony and Franca warmly in- your democratic rights on October 25. vite you to drop by and “meat” them. A selec- tion of gourmet meats awaits you! Page 3 The SPIRIT www.KARA-Inc.ca M KLEINBURG AND AREA R ATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION INC.

Kleinburg and Area McMichael Canadian Art Collection Community Events and Clubs Ratepayers’ Association Inc. PO Box 202 Gallery Open 10-4 p.m. Daily. Call 905-893-1121 x TAKE 5 Kleinburg, ON, L0J 1C0 2228 to register for all programs We welcome new moms and meet for coffee Exhibitions: weekly at the Kline House located at the NW corner KARA® is a Registered *Traditional Stories Unikkaaqutuat/Modern Stories Aug of Islington & Nashville Rd., Wednesday mornings Trademark 28-May 8 from 9:30am-11:30am. Contact Info: Pina Gentile – *Bruno Bobak: Love, Life and Death-Sept 18-Dec 5 416-580-6540 & Tracy Prce -416-602-5178

*Defiant Spirits: The Modernist Revolution of the Group CFUW Vaughan Email KARA at: of Seven-Oct 2-Jan 30 The Vaughan club of the Canadian Federation of [email protected] *Forging the Path: The Foreunners (1870-1920) - Five University Women (CFUW) meets at 7:30pm on the Get this newsletter via email decades of fine art creation in , Oct3-Jan 30 third Tuesday of each month, September – May. on request: Sunday Concert Series: We’d love to have new members. Our club is one of [email protected] *Oct 17—Paul Pacanowski, Woodwinds and Piano, 1:30 over 120 clubs across Canada with over 10,000 p.m. members. You’ll meet other women in the commu- *Nov 7—Abbey’s Meltdown, Gypsy-swing jazz, 1:30 p.m. nity and enjoy interesting programs throughout the *Nov 21—Tim Shia, Jazz Ensemble, 1:30 p.m. year. All our public meetings are open to non- The KARA Board generally Binder Twine Festival: Sept 11– McMichael at members. We’d love to see you – come on out and meets on the third Thursday the Kleinburg Binder Twine Festival see what we’re about at our next meeting, Tues. of each month in Kline Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m., Pierre Berton Resource Library. Lectures: House, 8 Nashville Road, at Marian Jones from Literacy Council York South will *Series of Lectures on Emily Carr– Art and History Classes 7:00 p.m. If you would like to discuss Adult Literacy. attend, or make a Sept 11, 18, 25, 11a.m.—1 p.m., $85, $70 members *Body and Soul: Curator Lecture, Oct 17, 11:30 a.m.— Euchre Club: Meets at the Kleinburg Library, presentation, this can be lower level, side entrance, at 1.00 p.m. on Fridays, arranged with the courtesy 12:30 p.m., $30, $15 members (except on Friday Oct. 22nd.) All former and new of a request in advance. *Private Collections and Public Institutions: Curator Lec- players welcome. ture, Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. , $30, $15 mem- Local organizations are bers Binder Twine Festival Raffle Quilt invited to submit material for Studio Courses and Workshops: Congratulations to Jane Kean of Kleinburg- publication in the * Life Drawing: Intermediate Level—Oct 4-Nov8, Mon- Winner of the 2010 Binder Twine Festival's Quilt Community Events and days 7 –9:30 p.m., $190, $165 members, Raffle, the Treemendous Christmas Sampler. Thank Community Clubs sections. *Abstract Painting: Beginner Level– Oct 24, 10 a.m.—4 you to everyone who purchased tickets. Money Please include the name and raised goes toward community projects. phone number of a contact p.m., $75, $65 members for follow up. Material will be *Watercolour Painting: Beginner to Intermediate level edited to suit the newsletter Sat Nov 5/Sun Nov 7, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m., $150, $130 mem- Kleinburg resident and cannot be returned. bers needs your support! *Painting Her Story– Thursdays 1p.m.—3 p.m. OCAD Rocco T'tangelo has been an active community Do you have community Course, $300, member for the past 16 years. In 2007 he was news? Let us know and, if ArtChat/Canadian Stories: space permits, we will *October 31, 11:30 a.m. Bruno Bobak: Examining Expres- diagnosed with A.L.S (Lou Gherig's Disease). In include it. sionism the past 3 years he has declined to the point *October 17th, 11:30 a.m. –The Group of Seven– A Cele- where he needs care 24/7. Next Issue: November 2010 Submission deadline: bration Please visit the website www.teamrocco.org October 15, 2010 Art4Tots– Ages 3-4, Oct 7-Dec 9, 10-noon. $200/$180 to find out more information on upcoming Email to: Saturdays at McMichael: fundraisers: [email protected] *Sept 25-Nov 20 (8 weeks, no class on Oct. 9) Children’s  Halloween Kid’s Fun Day at Silver Spur Published by: KARA® - Klein- Classes/Teen Open Studio, 10 a.m.– noon. Horse Ranch October 30th 11:30 a.m. burg and Area Ratepayers’ Family Sundays– 11a.m.—4 p.m.:  Dinner and Poker Night, November 19th Association Inc. *Oct 31, Nov 14th– Go to website for more info. 6:30 p.m. Supported by Take5 Organization

Thank you to the 2010 Sponsors of The Spirit: KARA®, Kleinburg and Area Binder Twine Festival Committee, Avenue Market Café, Kleinburg Nursery (formerly Barrett’s Garden Centre), Chartreuse Restaurant, Copper Creek Golf Club, Dr. Marsha Lomis- Psychologist, Hawthorne House, Jeff Wright Insurance Agency, Kalthoff Decorators, Kleinburg Pharmacy, McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Royal Bank Financial Group, The Doctor’s House