June 2012 Volume 4: Issue 8 Summer Is Here! Inside This Issue

Kinmount Gazette

KINMOUNT GAZETTE COM MITTEE THE KINMOUNT COMMITTEE FOR PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

June 2012 Volume 4: Issue 8 Summer is Here! Inside this issue:

FRIENDS & NEIGHBOURS 2

MYTHBUSTERS 4

HERITAGE FAIR 6

KID’S CORNER 9

THE HOT STOVE 11

HIGH FIVE 15

WAR OF 1812 16

DIAMOND JUBILEE 17

EDITORIAL 19

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CANADA DAY PARTY 5 pm Sunday, July 1 Activities, Entertainment, BBQ Kinmount Fairgrounds FIREWORKS AT DUSK

HERITAGE IN THE VILLAGE July 12 Music in the Park & BBQ with Downeyville Fiddlers & Friends 6:30 pm July 13 Ghost Tour 8:30 pm Railway Station July 13/14 Christmas in July Clockwise from top left: a volunteer greets Craft Sale visitors to the Model Railway; Megan tidies the July 14 Moonlight Mania gardens in the Cenotaph; a local yard sale; Family Fun comfy seats in the Tourist Information; the Arti- Main Street sans Marketplace welcomes shoppers; the 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Highlands Cinemas is open for another season. FREE VENDOR SPACE! BRING A YARD SALE! The Legend of Silver Slipper Call 705-488-2961 to book continues next month... Kinmount Gazette

essary functions in pioneer Canada. Friends and Neighbours: Ennismore They also brought diseases with The settlement of Ennismore Upper Canada, lots purchased lies were large and names them including cholera and small- Township was part of the for re-sale by the Canada Com- seemed to be in short supply. In pox which established settlers Peter Robinson migration in pany and lots granted to Abra- the 1861 census, there were 70 wished to avoid. the 1820s (see previous May ham Nelles, a surveyor , in lieu Sullivans listed with the follow- The earliest settlers loved their 2012 Gazette). Ennismore of cash payment for surveying ing first names: ―strong liquors‖, and the township Township was originally the county. (Nelles actually John – 8 soon supported 7 taverns. In the called the ―Gore of Emily‖. In received 12,000 acres for his Cornelius – 8 1890s, a dry priest was appointed to old English a ―gore‖ was a survey duties: a substantial Mary – 7 Ennismore parish. He identified piece of land attached to a sum for his services!). This set Patrick -6 alcohol as a leading social blight on larger piece but separate; like up meant vacant farm land was Bridget – 4 the township, so he quickly set a peninsula. Ennismore was a available in Ennismore for Eugene – 3 about banishing the taverns. Under large peninsula surrounded by several decades. Johnanna – 3 his influence, the township council Pigeon Lake to the west, The earliest settlers decided Margaret – 3 voted to raise the tavern licence fee Buckhorn Lake to the north & the title Gore of Emily was a Hannah – 3 to $600, effectively pushing the east and Chemong Lake to the clumsy title for the Township, Catherine – 3 taverns out of business. Now some south. The only land access so a new name was necessary. Bartholemew – 3 disgruntled bar owners were tempt- was in the southwest from Since they were almost exclu- Timothy – 2 ed to ignore the licence and operate Emily Township. When Vic- sively Irish, several Irish Michael – 2 under the table. So the priest placed toria & Peterborough Coun- names were suggested includ- The census also contained 35 a curse on those who sold alcohol: ties were separated in the ing ―Dinglehole‖ and Shanahans, 24 Collins‘ plus lots their establishments would burn to 1850s, Emily went to Victoria ―Gallivanville‖; but in the end of Curtains, Hickson, Scollard, the ground if they tried to ignore while Ennismore was placed the more appropriate name Galvin, Flood, Hickey, Galvin, the law. After the first two trans- in Peterborough County. Ennismore was selected. In Conway, O‘Connor, Young and gressors did in fact have their busi- Ennismore is the second Gaelic, Ennismore means many others. Needless to say, nesses destroyed by fire, the curse smallest township in Peterbor- ―large meadow-island‖. Sever- there were lots of nicknames was taken seriously! A century lat- ough County and was truly al of the Irish settlers had been used . Second generations of er, another lodge attempted to oper- limited in size due to geogra- tenant farmers of Viscount these families became settlers in ate a bar room; it also burned phy. Ennismore residents Ennismore back in southern the Kinmount area. down! Was the curse still in effect? gravitated to Peterborough Ireland. Over the next few dec- In 1846, the Great Potato Fam- In true Irish tradition, there was City via Bridgenorth. Origi- ades, a smattering of new set- ine hit Ireland leading to mil- never a proper village or town in nally this required a danger- tlers arrived to purchase farms lions of poor, desperate Irish Ennismore. The centre of the town- ous lake crossing, first by lots and fill-in the settlement settlers flooding North America. ship was, and continues to be, a boat and later by floating gaps. Most of these newcomers Oddly enough, the earlier Peter settlement first know as ―The bridge, but that is another were friends & relatives of the Robinson group did not accept Cross‖ and now called simply story! earlier Peter Robinson mi- these newcomers. The originals Ennismore. It started off in true The Peter Robinson settlers grants. It certainly helped were 2 decades removed from Irish style as a Church, to which consisted of 68 families. Each when these first settlers an- Ireland and had become quite were added a school ,Post Office, was given a 100 acre lot. The nounced their township as ―the acclimatized to Canada. Many of blacksmith shop, several stores and rest of the township was di- Holy Land‖ to friends back in the second wave were labourers a tavern; all grouped around a cross vided among 3 groups: lots Ireland! or ―garden Irish‖ who didn‘t roads in the centre of the settle- for sale by the government of Among the early settlers, fami- know how to wield an axe, hitch ment. The church was for several a horse or plow ground: all nec- decades administered first from Peterborough as a mission, then from Downeyville as a branch. The old log church was soon outgrown, and a new church St Martins of Tours built for the large congrega-

tion. By 1890, Ennismore received a long overdue designation as an independent parish. Today the ―Cross‖ is known as Ennismore Post Office, and still contains a Church, Community Centre/Arena, Post Office school St. Martin’s Parish Buildings, 1910; St. Martin’s Church, and a store. But the name 1874; St. Martin’s Rectory, 1880; Parish Hall and Ennismore is still applied to the Ennismore Continuation School, 1905 whole Township, and not just the Page 2 Kinmount Gazette Chemong Lake Floating Bridge & Causeway The Kawartha Lakes, for all their 1,000‘ and the rest being the true beauty, can be a dreadful nui- floating bridge. Capacity was only sance to transportation and travel. five tons. Anything heavier would There are only so many cause the floating sections to sink ―narrows‖ that can be easily or submerge in the water. School bridged for north-south move- buses would unload the students to ment by road. The Township of walk across while stock trucks of- Ennismore has such a problem. It ten had to walk their loads across as is virtually surrounded by water well. The bridge was impassable and separated from its main cen- during much of the winter and tre at Bridgenorth by the expanse windy days created havoc! Some- of Chemong Lake. The easiest (ie times a section would break away shortest route) from Ennismore to and had to be retrieved. Ice & water Bridgenorth and hence Peterbor- spray made the deck slippery and ough City was strait across the many was the car that slid through lake. It was a long detour to go the weak wooden railings and end- around Chemong Lake. ed up at the bottom of Chemong The earliest settlers rowed across Lake. the lake by canoe, scow or barge. Legend has it the Catholic Priest Bad weather and winter were who blessed the bridge proclaimed huge deterrents to travel by wa- nobody would ever drown from ter. Drownings were frequent and falling off the bridge. In fact, no- the whole agonizing trip made body ever did drown off the bridge: life difficult. The next solution a miracle indeed! But lots of vehi- was a floating bridge. The first cles did play submarine. They were floating bridge was opened in supposed to be retrieved from their 1870 at the cost of a mere $1,000. underwater graves. One story goes Ice from the spring breakup was a diver was brought in to help re- a problem, and in 1880 a second trieve a sunken car and led to the floating bridge was installed. spot of the demise. He went down, This one was made of lighter resurfaced and asked the owner for wood and was built in sections to the make, model, colour and prefer- allow flexibility. It was anchored ably serial number. Evidently it was to the bottom of Mud Lake (as a busy spot ! Chemong was originally called) The residents of Ennismore were by chains and large rocks. A re- still dissatisfied with the floating movable section was installed to bridge and as early 1932 petitioned allow for the passage of boats for a causeway. But the cost was from lower Chemong Lake into exorbitant and the idea languished the Trent Canal. The second until 1948 when a more determined bridge lasted 20 years until it too petition was made to the new Prem- was beyond repair. ier, Leslie Frost from Lindsay. The The third (and last) floating local Premier made things happen, bridge was built in 1901. The and in 1949 the dream of a cause- total length was 3,638‘ with 2 way was realized. No more hazard- causeways at each end absorbing ous journeys across the surface of Che- mong Lake. Since then, the causeway has Public Transit Kinmount to Lindsay been widened Departs @ 8 am Monday June 11 & June 25 and improved. Gateway General Store & Café Cost $2

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Myth Busters:

Recently a stretch of sidewalk was For the duration of the project. refreshed along the Monck Road in Their job is to ensure appropriate the village of Kinmount. Employ- adherence to signage,‖ clarified ees of the company who was award- Joseph Trottoir the project manager ed the contract by the City of Ka- who was on site. wartha Lakes worked diligently to Guy Scot, our editor who went to have the sidewalk created and com- chronicle the new walkway for this pleted so as to create the least dis- edition of the Gazette found out how ruption to residents along the side- seriously this Senior Sidewalk walk. Security team takes their responsi- The company has been acknowl- bilities. When the reporter asked for edged by the province for its inno- permission to walk along the newly vation in protecting the integrity of formed sidewalk he was redirected their work from vandals who histor- to the other side of the road by the ically have chosen to deface con- Senior Sentinel on duty. He com- crete work with handprints and ini- plied, but no before snapping this tials, by hiring a team of Senior Citi- picture of for the Gazette, ‗We are zens to police the work area. very please with the quality of ser- ―Local citizenry are engaged in se- vice provided by your local senior curing the sidewalk work zone population,‖ declared Marcia Piede

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Bill Bluett Retires After 26 Years Kinmount Artisans Marketplace patrol. One year Local Fine Art, Handcrafts, Gifts & Antiques a lady in a pan- Local History Books & Souvenirs ic reported she Lower Level had lost a wad Kinmount Community Centre of twenty dollar County Rd. 45 W. at 121 bills down the SHOP TAX FREE! hole in the La- www.kinmountartisans.ca dies Washroom (in the pre-flush era). She re- Fri.-Sun. 10am - 4pm - AS OF JUNE 15 OPEN DAILY ported seeing them last floating on the ―surface‖. Bill The Quilters Inn Barb Leffering got out his Longarm Machine Quilting Quilting Retreats trusty broom- Classes Notions Twenty-six years at one job seems rake, duct taped another handle to Fabric - over 1200 bolts, wide backing, children‘s fabric, panels, blenders & more an eternity. Very few people today extend it (it was a long way Open Saturday, Sunday and most afternoons spend that length of time at one job. down!) and went ―fishing‖ for the Please call to confirm weekly hours But that‘s how long Bill Bluett has cash. Nothing was ever found. But spent as grounds-keeper at the Kin- it does show his dedication to the 6 Hunter Street, Studio 705-887-8499 PO Box 256 Residence705-488-1312 mount Fairgrounds. Every spring job! Another year a ―lady‖ with Kinmount, On, K0M 2A0 E-mail: and summer, Bill lovingly mani- issues towards the Fair‘s toilets www.quiltersinn.net [email protected] cured the Fairgrounds in prepara- tried to re-decorate the wash- tion for the Kinmount Fair. He rooms. She tore off every toilet treated the Fairgrounds as his own seat and some of the stall doors in Kinmount Farmers Market backyard: making sure the famous the Women‘s Washroom before grounds looked its best, often under the rampage was stopped. It was Explore our market! some trying weather conditions. Bill‘s job to put the facilities back Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm The Board of Directors have al- in working order for the next day. May 19th - October 6th ways been proud of the Grounds, It took every toilet seat in Kin- Organic veggies, baked goods, honey, beef, arguably rated the most beautiful mount, but the duty was accom- lamb, maple syrup, unique crafts & much more! fairgrounds in Ontario. plished! At Austin Sawmill Heritage Park Bill ―retired‖ to Kinmount 27 years Bill Bluett was also a lead actor in ago and promptly started a second Kinmount‘s most famous movie: Call 705-799-1237 or visit kinmountfarmersmarket.ca career as a grounds keeper. In fact, the documentary ‖ A Country You won’t leave empty-handed! Bill took his role so seriously, he Doctor‖. His performance was eventually moved close to the Fair- pure, unscripted and truly genu- grounds where he could ― over ine. Hollywood never called, but look‖ his baby. Bill also served that‘s their loss! Best wishes in many roles at the Fair. One of his this your ―second retirement‖ Bill. duties was washrooms or ―toilet Although, I don‘t think you really patrol‖. Two memorable incidents stop; you just change jobs! stood out in his era of the potty- You’re Invited...

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Beginning July 5 6:30 pm Austin Sawmill Heritage Park

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Ridgewood Public School Heritage Fair: Kinmount Students Strut Their Stuff Congratulations to the Kin- mount Students who partici- pated in this year‘s Heritage Fair at Ridgewood PS. As a judge, I was proud to see that five students chose to do projects on Kinmount. It shows that our children have an ap- preciation for the town they live in.

Clockwise from top: Ma- kaylah Coleman; Madison Lyons; Chloe Crawford; C.J. (Clark) March; Julien Austin.

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Victoria Pony Club Champions

Show Jumping winners from Barrie Horse Show: #10 - Lexie Vahey Grand Champi- on in Starter Division (2'6") #11 Rachel Scott Grand Champion 705-488-2266 in Beginner Division (2"9") Amelia Austin Grand Champion in Pre-Entry A1 Division (1'9") Natasha Austin Grand Champion in Entry Division (2'3") The Kinmount Agricultural Society All 4 local riders won their divi- Proudly presents sions! The 5th Annual The Victoria Pony Club, a branch of the Canadian Po- Kinmount Country Jamboree ny Club, began in 1985 in the Kawartha Lakes region. June 21 - 24, 2012 Members of the group come from Kinmount, Halibur- Kinmount Fair Grounds ton, Burnt River and Galway. This group of horse For information call 705-488-2372 lovers participates in education, games, jumping, dres- Or visit wwww.kinmountfair.net sage and is always looking for new members. To en- quire contact Guy Scott, District Commissioner at 705-488-3182 or Camping Available [email protected] or visit online at canadianponyclub.org.

From the left: Kinmount LCBO staff Leanne Hobson, Tina Gilligan & 8:30 pm Joanne Lemieux shared cake with customers May 4 in celebration of at Train Station Kinmount LCBO’s 50th anniversary. The current LCBO was built in Friday July 13th ... 1986. Prior to that the LCBO was located in the first building on the right heading south over the bridge. Photo submitted by Tina Gilligan. Page 8 Kinmount Gazette Kids’ Corner Kids Bloom at CANADA DAY Sunday, July 1 Kinmount Farmers Market Kids Activities 5 pm at Kinmount Fairgrounds YOUTH BOOTH! FIREWORKS AT DUSK

Are you between 10 - 18? Want to earn some money? Got something to FAMILY FUN BINGO sell but nowhere to sell it? You are in luck!!! Kinmount Farmers Market has a Monday Nights 6:30 pm ―Youth Booth‖ for kids to sell their home-grown veggies & homemade crafts, perform a talent or maybe show off that special school project. The Farmers Starting July 2 at the Legion Market has a canopy and table to use. So get thinking, get growing, get making…. Here‘s your chance to earn and learn! There are lots of kid craft websites you Kids Activities at could explore for ideas. The Farmers Market runs every Saturday, May 21 - Thanks- giving, from 9 am- 2 pm at Austin Sawmill Heritage Park. You must book the Youth Moonlight Mania Booth ahead of time for the day you wish to use it. Saturday July 14 Call 705-799-1237 or email [email protected] Face Painting Outdoor Bingo Imagine taking part in some cool programs, games & activities this Bouncy Castle summer! Join the SUMMER READING PROGRAM at Kin- Kids Crafts Wagon Rides The Great Toy Boat BEST FATHER’S DAY GIFT! You won't need any pens or paper for this one... first Race thing Father's Day morning, give Dad a BIG FATHER’S Sail your home made toy boat down the DAY HUG before breakfast and tell him how great he Burnt River. Race time 6:30 p.m. is! He might not show it, because sometimes Dads Boats may be made from materials of your choice but must be no longer than don't make a big deal about how they feel, but he will 3 feet. Win 2 Free Movie Passes with be smiling inside!

Clockwise from centre top: Kinmount Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders try Yoga, and Tai Chi; Sue Dier sings a song for the girls; Spa Cake by Brittany Day; Painted Faces all at Spa Night. Page 9 Kinmount Gazette Famous People: Leslie Frost Premier of Ontario 1949-1961 Of all the politicians to represent our riding muted by steam boat to of Victoria-Haliburton, Leslie Frost was the Lindsay. The Frosts most famous. For 12 years he was Premier were solid outdoors of Ontario. He literally ushered Ontario into types and loved the the modern era. Despite his nickname ―Old outdoor life of Halibur- Man Ontario‖, Les Frost presided over a ton County. They mar- period of huge change in Canada‘s banner ried the Carew sisters: province. His government founded our Gertrude and Roberta, modern systems of education, health care whose family operated and highways. Education spending rose a famous lumber busi- from $13 million to $250 million under his ness in Lindsay. And watch. The number of universities increased they became politically from four to twelve. The 400 series of high- active! ways were started, including the famous In 1937 Leslie Frost 401. OHIP was started and the entire health was elected the Conservative MPP for a victory lap around Lindsay was mandatory care system overhauled. And Metropolitan Victoria-Haliburton. It was said brother in the town fire truck, sirens a-blaring! Try Toronto was created from a bewildering Cecil was actually the better politician, that today! Frost regularly captured 80% of maze of boroughs and cities. And all this but Leslie went to Queen‘s Park while the vote. And on election night, Gertrude expansion was Cecil pondered running for party leader, Frost held the post election bash at their accomplished before settling into the Presidency of the modest house at 17 Sussex St North. A hum- with a balanced Ontario Conservative Party. Cecil died ble man, Les Frost lived in a humble home budget! suddenly in 1945. and was just one of the neighbours in down- Leslie Frost When George Drew was elected Premier town Lindsay. He was never a ―big-shot‖ was born and in 1943, Leslie Frost was appointed who lived in an exclusive house in a ritzy raised in Oril- Treasurer and excelled in this difficult neighbourhood. Fame and success never lia. He served position. In fact, he so excelled, when changed Old Man Ontario. in World War I Drew resigned in 1949, The Conserva- But man, could he run a province! Balanced with the fa- tive Party chose Les Frost as its leader budgets, careful spending and solid planning mous Simcoe and de facto Premier. In 3 elections were wed to modernization, expansion and Forrester‘s Bat- (1951, 1955, 1959) Les Frost slaughtered growth. Ontarians had no reason to change talion. In his opponents at the ballot box. In 1955, governments as long as Uncle Les was at the France, he was Frosts‘ Conservatives won 79 of 89 seats helm. When his time as Premier was up, he transferred to in the Legislature! was desperately courted to run for federal the 20th Battal- Why was Les Frost so successful? He office, but Les Frost was through with poli- ion and served maintained he was just a small-town boy tics. From his home in Lindsay, he indulged with some of the boys from the 108th battal- with small-town principals. His favourite in his passion for history and writing; pub- ion. After the war, Les Frost and his brother polling was done in the infamous bar- lished several books and served on numerous Cecil both attended law school. In 1923 they ber‘s chair in Lindsay where he liked to boards. In today‘s world where politicians purchased an existing law practice in Lind- gather his data. Ontario was fast becom- are regularly denigrated and hated, Les Frost say after the lawyer drowned. Frost and ing an urban province, but the small- held the respect of all Ontarians, even his Frost quickly became a well-respected law town boy from Lindsay managed to foes. He lived in an age where respect was firm in the area. The brothers literally ran the touch a cord from the past with his rural extended to everyone and Les Frost earned firm from a cottage at Sturgeon Point, com- values. On the night of each election win, respect. Old Man Ontario passed away in 1972 and was mourned by all Ontario.

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The Hot Stove Leak by Lynne Kilby KINMOUNT LCBO CELEBRATES 50 YEARS Kinmount LCBO celebrated 50 Last month‘s Incredible Cucum- Happy Summer! Keep smil- CONGRATULATIONS years May 4. Store staff held ber article brought forth many ing & please call me at 705- KINMOUNT! a cake cutting ceremony for comments so I thought you 488-2919 or email The 18th annual Dinner Auc- customers. Fifty years ago might enjoy the following tips [email protected] to tion in support of community (1962)LCBO customers filled sent to me by Heather Osborne. leak news in the Hot Stove or improvement was a huge suc- out a form to purchase a bottle I have a hunch many of you will give a High Five. What‘s a cess raising over $19,0000! of alcohol beverage. Canadian try the first one… High Five? Read on… Thanks to all supporters! Club was the biggest seller at a Put a dryer sheet in your pocket HIGH FIVE THANKS FROM cost of $4.50 per bottle! to repel mosquitoes! Beginning with this issue KINMOUNT LOW INCOME SENIORS Flip a toaster on its side to melt watch for High Five, a new, GUIDING UNIT & DISABLED PERSONS cheese on bread. free monthly feature. This Girls of the 1st Kinmount Unit COKL TAX REDUCTION Put a wooden spoon on a pot of fun idea was the brainchild of experienced fantastic communi- PROGRAM boiling water to stop a boil over. Mallory Crego. We liked the ty support at their recent Spa An annualized tax rebate is Marshmallows can soothe a sore idea so much we decided to Night. Events kicked off with a granted by Council to eligible throat. run with it. If you feel the fascinating performance by the senior/disabled property own- To slow the ripening process same way then show it! Kinmount Tai Chi Group who ers of $175. Application forms take bananas apart. If you leave Here‘s how: Give a High also taught the girls some Tai are available at all Municipal bananas connected at the stem Five to family & friends in Chi moves. Later, Yoga In- Service Centres or through the they ripen faster. the Kinmount Gazette. Cele- structor Gail Holness provided city website at Peppers with 3 bumps on the brate birthdays, anniversaries a wonderful self affirmation www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca. bottom are sweeter and better for or milestones. Deadline for yoga session. Following all the The deadline to apply for this eating. Peppers with 4 bumps the July Gazette is June 15. pampering that goes with Spa program is June 30, 2012. are firmer and stronger fla- Thanks for sharing Mallory! Night, was face painting by the KINMOUNT ARTISANS voured. The Gazette values public Gazette‘s Jane Austin and final- MARKETPLACE UPDATE Weeds will not get through wet input. Suggestions, stories ly Julie Austin took fabulous, Currently the Marketplace is newspaper. Cover newspaper and photos are always wel- professional quality 5 x 7 open Friday - Sunday but as of with mulch for appearance. come. Glamour Shots for the girls to June 15 hours are 7 days a Pin a safety pin on your clothing CONGRATULATIONS take home. The girls also ex- week 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for to eliminate static cling. BERNICE OWENS… tend thanks to Pitch In Day tax free shopping. The annual Get rid of fruit flies by filling a A DOUBLE WINNER! participants and all who pur- Barber Pole Event returns Can- small glass 1/2 way with vinegar Kinmount sure knows how to chased cookies. ada Day long weekend. and a couple of drops of dish pick ‗em! One of our Kin- 5TH ANNUAL KINMOUNT NEWS FROM soap. mount Citizens of the Year COUNTRY JAMBOREE HIGHLANDS CINEMAS Say good -bye to fleas by plac- for 2012, Bernice Owens, has Don‘t miss this entertaining T-shirts & sweaters with the ing a shallow bowl /pie plate of received an additional honour. event taking place June 21- 24. Highlands Cinemas logo will water mixed with a few drops of The County of Peterborough. Day passes, weekend passes & be available for purchase this dish soap on the floor at night chose Bernice as the new re- camping available. season. Watch for new food under a light. cipient of a Recognition 2 BOOK SALES FOR YOU items & interactive displays Put small piles of cornmeal Award for Community Vol- Due to the popularity of the that require a nominal charge where you see ants. They can‘t unteer of the Year 2012! Ob- monthly Book Sales, Friends of to activate. Many will wel- digest it so it kills them. It may viously we think they made the Library offer 2 sales this come the return of the popular take a week or so but you don‘t an excellent choice! We are month. Find your treasures show sheets available for pick have to worry about pets or chil- proud of you Bernice! Kin- June 16 & 30 from 9:00 am - up at various locations. See dren being harmed. mount is lucky to have you! 1:00 pm at Kinmount Library. you at the movies!

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Page 11 Kinmount Gazette WANTED VIBE DAY CAMP 2012 The Hot Stove Leak continued from p. 11 CLASSIC CAR OWNERS A week long camp is offered for chil- As part of Moonlight Mania dren by Kinmount United Church ATTENTION CHRISTMAS IN JULY festivities, classic car owners July 16 - 20 at Austin Sawmill Park. THRIFT SHOPPERS Ho, ho, ho! Is it ever too early are invited to show their pride Hours 9 am till noon. Two leaders A new thrift shop called ―The to get a head start on Christmas & joy. Set up for Cruise Fest from the Lindsay Presbytery of the Clothing Cupboard‖ is now shopping? Special Olympics in the Canada Post parking lot. United Church will provide the pro- open at St. Paul‘s Anglican and the United Church Women Lots of great food & activities gramming. Call Joyce Brown at 705- Church, 19 Invergordon join together to bring a little close by to explore! For more 488-2687 by July 9 to register. Par- Street, Minden. Enjoy heav- merriness and cheer to Herit- information contact Larry ent volunteers welcome. enly prices! Hours are Tues- age in the Village with a Kent at 705-488-1706. BUSKERS/MUSICIANS & day, Thursday & Saturday Christmas in July Craft Sale. GOT YOUR FAMERS MARKET from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. On July 13 the sale takes place VENDORS WANTED! CAMERA READY? The free clothing give-away 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Main Kinmount Farmers Market is in Snap that special shot & at St. James Anglican Church, Street and on July 14 from search of buskers and/or musicians to share! Be part of the 2nd Kinmount is discontinued. 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. at Kin- play during Market hours. You don't annual Kinmount Calendar CANADA DAY mount Farmers Market at Aus- have to be a professional. Just bring featuring Kinmount Events. IN KINMOUNT tin Sawmill Heritage Park. your enthusiasm! The Market runs This promotional tool & col- Bring the family to Kinmount FRIDAY THE 13TH every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 lector item highlights the Fairgrounds for Canada Day GHOST TOUR p.m. Entertain the crowd by the wonders of Kinmount and all Celebrations. The fun begins What better day to have a charming riverside setting between the exciting things happening at 5:00 p.m. Enjoy live enter- Ghost Tour than Friday the historic Kinmount Railway Station around town! The Kinmount tainment with music by Gord 13th? This popular tradition is and the Austin Sawmill. The tranquil Calendar is not “just another Kidd. Hop on a wagon ride, part of the Heritage in the Vil- atmosphere provides a perfect enter- calendar,” & it is not “ just bring a picnic or grab some- lage Celebrations. Meet at tainment setting located in the heart another fundraiser.” The thing from the BBQ. Kids Kinmount Railway Station at of town and in close proximity to purpose is to promote Kin- will enjoy Checkers the 8:30 p.m. The tour is free. attractions such as Austin Sawmill mount through a uniting Clown, races & games. The Don‘t miss it! Heritage Park, the Victoria/ project that like fine wine Royal Canadian Legion MOONLIGHT MANIA Haliburton Railway Trail, Kinmount improves with age! To pro- Branch 441 marches in with a A multitude of activities blast Model Railway, Kinmount Tourist mote Kinmount submit pho- Colour Party. Fireworks at off on Main Street from 4:00 Information Centre, Artists at the tos to: Yvette Brauer at dusk. Canada Day is spon- p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sign up at Station, Kinmount Heritage Centre [email protected] or sored by the Kinmount Com- Slice of the North for a Pizza and Kinmount Artisans Marketplace call 705-488-2282. Advertis- mittee for Planning & Eco- Eating Contest, spin the wheel just a short stroll up the Railway ing space sold out! Thanks to nomic Development. to win a prize, enjoy Outdoor Trail in the lower level of Kinmount all contributors & advertisers HERITAGE Bingo, a Classic Car Show & Community Centre. A new venture for their support! IN THE VILLAGE Shine, wagon rides, street ven- this season is a Youth Booth for kids. JULY 12 - 14 dors, face painting, bouncy New & occasional vendors always MUSIC IN THE PARK castle, the Great Toy Boat HAVING A YARD SALE? welcome! Download an application Celebrations kick off Thurs- Race, kids crafts, raffles, ADVERTISE FREE! form at kinmountfarmersmarket.ca. day July 12 with Music in the games, prizes, great food & Spread the word about your or call 705-799-1237. Park Heritage Edition featur- more. Free vendor space avail- upcoming Yard Sale in the LUNCH AT THE LEGION ing Old Tyme Music by the able. For more information Gazette! Send details by the Enjoy Liver & Onions or an alterna- Downeyville Fiddlers & call 705-488-2635. Watch for 3rd Friday EACH month for tive meal the last Tuesday of each Friends. Enjoy down-home, further details in the next Ga- the coming month‘s issue. month at Kinmount Legion. Cost $6. toe tapping, foot stomping zette. Heritage in the Village music and a delicious BBQ in is another event sponsored by scenic Austin Sawmill Herit- the Kinmount Committee for PAUL SILVER age Park. Bring lawn chairs, Planning & Economic Devel- P.O. Box 286 sit back & relax by the river. opment. Kinmount, On Celebrating 25 Years K0M 2A0 TURTLE Serving Kinmount & Area WATCH FOR ALL YOUR IN BUILDING & RENOVATION NEEDS EFFECT (705) 488 - 2919

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The Hot Stove Leak, continued from p. 12 Kinmount Bursary Update

UPCOMING EVENTS ONGOING ACTIVITIES Applications for the June 2 - Victorian Tea 11:00 a.m. Kinmount Sunday Morning Kids Club: 9:00 a.m. - new Kinmount & Community Centre. 10:00 a.m. St. James Church District Educational June 11 & 25 - Public Transit to Lindsay Tai Chi: Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Bursary are now departs 8:00 a.m. from Gateway Store. - 11:00 a.m. Galway Hall. available at Kin- June 14 - Casino Rama Trip Bus leaves legion Kinmount Playschool: Monday & mount Pharmacy. 9:00 a.m. Return 4:00 p.m. Cost $5.00 includes Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - noon Kinmount Post-secondary stu- lunch. Call 705-488-2669 to reserve. Community Centre. Ontario Early Years dents enrolled in full-time studies at an st rd June 16 & 30 - Friends of the Library Book Mobile Outreach visits 1 & 3 Monday accredited institution in the areas of a Sales 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Kinmount Library. each month. trade, community college or university June 17 - Father’s Day Brunch at Seniors Cards: Potluck Lunch, 12:30 p.m. may apply for financial support for their Harmony Farm. Mondays followed by bid euchre at 1:00 studies. Applicants must be in receipt June 20 - Big Buck Bid Euchre 11:00 a.m. at p.m. at the Legion. of financial assistance from OSAP and Kinmount Legion. Cost $10 includes lunch. Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays, 11:15 live within a 15km radius of Kinmount. June 21 - 24 - Kinmount Country Jamboree a.m. at Kinmount Library. The deadline to apply for the 2012/2013 at Kinmount Fairgrounds. Camping available. Lunch at the Legion last Tuesday monthly. school year is June 15, 2012. Free vendor space. Call 705-488-2372. Kinmount Public Library Hours: June 23 - Yard Sale, Bake Sale & BBQ at Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 Kinmount Legion. p.m. & Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Do you have an June 26 - Lunch at the Legion Drop in Darts Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Kin- artistic or crafting talent? June 27 - Diner's Dinner 12:00 p.m. Burnt mount Legion. River Centre. Yoga: Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at EARN EXTRA INCOME! June 30 - Strawberry Supper at Kinmount Kinmount Community Centre. Call 705- Legion. 457-9294. July 1 - Canada Day Party begins at 5:00 p.m. Card Night: 7:00 p.m. Irondale Community KINMOUNT & AREA at Kinmount Fairgrounds. Fireworks at dusk. Centre. Cost $2. Bring snacks. ARTISAN’S GUILD July 2 - Family Fun Bingo begins season 6:30 Friday Night Bingo: 6:45 p.m. Royal Ca- A local artist & crafter group p.m. at Kinmount Legion. nadian Legion., $300.00 Must Go Jackpot. invites you to July 5 - Music in the Park begins 6:30 p.m. Kinmount Farmers Market: Saturdays, July 16 - 20 Vibe Day Camp at Austin 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Austin Sawmill Park. market your creations at Sawmill Heritage Park, 9 a.m. - noon. Call Kinmount Model Railroad & Museum: KINMOUNT 705-488-2687. for details, Volunteers Wel- Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Kinmount ARTISANS MARKETPLACE Railway Station. Lower Level SUMMER BOOK SALE Highlands Cinemas & Movie Museum Kinmount Community Centre At Kinmount Artisan’s Marketplace 7 days a week. Admission Rates: Children Books by Elva Bates - Buy 1 Get 1 Free! 12 & under & Seniors 65 + $7, Adults 13 - “A Journey through Glamorgan’s Past” 64 $9, Matinees $6, Monday Nights $7. CALL: 705-488-2938 & “Goodroom eh!” Movie Hotline: 705-488-2107. for Membership Enquiries

Our local heroes at work at a recent fire on Galway Road.. Some Pitch-In Day participants pose for the camera after complet- Photos submitted by Leeshia Barwick.. ing a job well done!

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across the border. Fort York and Fort Mackinaw just to War of 1812 So the Americans manufactured a few inci- name a few. Canadians honour Laura Secord for her courageous walk to warn June 1st marks the 200th anniversary of the dents with the British. One involved trade the British troops. And Brock‘s Monu- outbreak of the War of 1812. The war was with France, another British seizure of de- ment at Queenston Heights records his fought between the British North American serters from American ships and yet another famous last battle. But by 1814 the Amer- colonies (who later amalgamated to form grievance was the question of Indian issues icans worst nightmare occurred as Napo- the Dominion of Canada in 1867) and the along the border. But the real reason was leon Bonaparte was defeated and Mother United States of America. Canada, parts of Manifest Destiny. Seeing their chance and Britain cast her attention to the North which were originally a French Colony, egged on by the pro-war party called the American Front. The British arrived in had been conquered and absorbed into the War Hawks, the American President James force to turn the tide and their burning of British Empire during the Seven Years War Madison declared war on Britain (and by the American White House in Washing- (1756-1763). For a brief 12 years, all of extension Canada) on June 1, 1812. ton DC extracted revenge for the Ameri- North America was part of the British Em- Yes, the British were busy in Europe, but the can burning of our legislature at York pire. After the American Revolution (1776 Americans overestimated their abilities to (Toronto) and pushed the Americans into – 1783), the 13 Colonies had left the Em- wage war and the Canadians abilities to de- realizing they had better sue for peace pire on bad terms to become The United fend themselves. For maybe the first time, all before we conquered them. By the end of States of America. The northern colonies sections of Canadian society rallied to a 1814 a peace treaty was signed, restoring (Quebec, Nova Scotia & Newfoundland) common cause: repel the American invaders. the pre-war boundaries. And since that refused to join the USA and remained un- British Loyalists, French Canadian Habitants treaty, the USA and Canada share the der the British Crown. and Native Canadians joined with the few longest, undefended border in the world! But the Americans were not happy. They thousand British Redcoat Regulars and stood Who won the War of 1812? The Ameri- felt that they were destined by fate to confirm against a series of American attacks. cans half-heartedly declare they won the trol all of North America. This policy, Very few Canadians deserted to the Ameri- war. Canadians declare they won the war called Manifest Destiny, made their north- can side. The British forces were well led by simply because we survived. Many be- ern (Canadian) and southern (Mexican) the famous combo of General Issac Brock & lieve the war was a draw with no winner. neighbours uneasy. In 1812 the Americans Chief Tecumseh. A few initial victories gave But one thing is certain: Canada emerged saw their chance to attack Canada. Britain heart to the defenders of Canada and for from the war stronger and more deter- was heavily involved in the Napoleonic three long years they held on, repulsing at- mined. The British connection was Wars in Europe, and the defences in Cana- tack after attack along the American border. strengthened and Canadians of all stripes da were weak. The Americans reasoned the It was an amazing story of a little underdog found a common thread: we were not British would be too busy with European that fought the American juggernaut to a Americans! The desire to chart our own wars to bother defending a few thousand standstill. path in the world led to the Union of the colonists in far off North America. Canada The battles & campaigns of the War of 1812 British North American colonies in 1867 could be captured by merely marching are too numerous and detailed to list here. Monuments and into the Dominion of Canada. Canadian forts litter our history changed dramatically on that fate- WE NEED A THIRD DOCTOR border with the ful day June 1, 1812. Canada found its Kinmount Health Centre Team USA to pay trib- soul. The country has changed a lot since ute to the War. 1812. The USA has gone from our enemy www.lakecountrydoctors.org Some of the more to our friend. The forts along the border famous are Fort entertain tourists instead of battles. But Henry (Kingston), the War of 1812 still remains part of our collective folklore. And this year Canadi- CALL 705 488-1583 Fort George (Niagara-On-The- ans of all stripes can proudly celebrate a Lake), Fort Erie, piece of our heritage.

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The Library Link by Mary Ann Dobsi It‘s June already and before we back this summer keeping with the know it, the children will be out ‗Fantasy‘ theme. There will be an of school. The Summer Reading adult and a juvenile book for this pro- Club is back with a ‗Fantasy‘ gram with many copies being availa- theme. The library will be trans- ble for your convenience. Stay tuned formed into an Enchanted Forest for the titles of these books. Main Street, Kinmount 705-488-1148 where the children will seek and This month‘s pick on display are non- find there way to the Castle full fiction books about the War of 1812. Hours: Tues., Fri. & Sat. 9AM - 3PM of activities to have fun with. Two hundred years ago, this war re- Wed. and Thurs. 9AM - 5PM There will be a story time, craft, vealed many heroes and heroines such and games program every week as; Sir Isaac Brock and Laura Secord. for the younger children. The Come in and see a selection of books older children will also be able about this topic. to participate in games, hunts, This month‘s book sales will be held and writing challenges. A spe- on Saturday, June 16th and Saturday, cial drawing challenge with the June 30th from 9:00 to 1:00pm. Thank help from the community is in you to the ‗Friends of the Library‘ for the works inspired by the chil- their efforts to bringing you extra dren‘s book-Not a Stick by An- Book Sale Saturdays this summer. toinette Portis. Everyone can The money earned will be used for the win prizes for the books they ‗Reading Garden‘ for all to enjoy this 10 KM North of Kinmount on County Rd. 121 read and for the games they play. summer. Beautiful planters have been Our feature presentation this purchased and are ready for the chil- summer will be Mrs. Twist. dren to start planting. Stop in and Don‘t miss this amazing pro- enjoy time in the reading garden. BOB’S APPLIANCE SERVICE gram filled with balloon fun. Please contact the library at 705 488- R epairs to all Major Brand Names Children will be challenged to 3199 for more information about the use their imagination and have summer programs. Read, Laugh, and Refrigerators — R a n g e s — Dishwashers fun doing it. I look forward to have fun! M i c r o w a v e s — W a s h e r s — D r y e r s — F r e e z e r s seeing everyone this summer! City of Kawartha Lakes Public Air Conditioners One Book, One Community is Library, Kinmount Library

New and Used Sales & Part Sales In the Lions Den by Barbara Hill

7 Days a Week On behalf of the Kinmount and At the time of publication, we have no Bobcaygeon Lions Clubs, we immediate projects, but look for things RR#1, Kinmount, ON 705-488-2274 would like to extend a BIG to come, such as Moonlight Mania, & thank you to all those who sup- Monster Bingo on Thursday, August ported us and who donated 30 (more information to come). If any- items for our Country Auction. one is interested in attending a meet- The Convention was well at- ing, we meet the first and third Tues- tended and informative. day of the month. All you need to do is Anyone who ordered spring contact any member and come out to bulbs should expect to receive see what Lions is about. Have a safe them soon. Look for our fall and happy summer everyone! bulb selections coming soon. Do You Live Out-of-Town? Subscribe to KINMOUNT GAZETTE MAIL SERVICE! 705-488-1349 Please contact Yvette Brauer at 705-488-2282 or email [email protected] Craft Sale July 13, 4 - 7pm KINMOUNT GAZETTE COLLECTOR SETS Main Street Volume 1, Issues 1 - 16 $20.00 Volume 2, Issues 1 - 11 $15.00 July 14, 9am - 2pm Volume 3, Issues 1 - 12 $15.00 Kinmount Available at Kinmount Artisans Marketplace & Farmers Market Gateway General Store & Cafe Page 18 Kinmount Gazette

A NEW Letters from Readers Dorothy’s Delights by Dorothy Heath FREE Dear Dorothy, MONTHLY Just love your delights! I cooked your Something to help boost energy after play- FEATURE... chocolate cake for one, but did miss icing. ing hard or gardening. Celebrate Birthdays, Our family has this recipe for a cake with Anniversaries & Milestones! icing. Thought you would be interested. Gorilla Munchies Give a “HIGH FIVE” to Million Dollar Chocolate Cake Makes either a 9x13 pan or 40 balls. Family & Friends! 1 c. white flour 1/2 cup sunflower seeds chopped Call 705-488-2919 or email 1 c. cake flour 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup unsweetened coconut lynne.kilby@ sympatico.ca 4 tbsp. cocoa 2 1/2 cups granola cereal 1 c. cold water 1/2 cup honey JUNE HIGH FIVE CLUB 1 c. full fat mayo 1 cup peanut butter High Five to Mallory Crego 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup chocolate chips for sharing her idea - this fun feature! Mix dry ingredients, add liquid & mix Mix first 4 ingredients in a bowl. Heat hon- well with for 1 minute. Bake for 40 min. ey, add peanut butter & stir until well Happy Birthday... at 350. Prick with toothpick & when blended. Add chips and stir until melted. Brook Greenlaw clear it is done. Pour over dry ingredients in the bowl and Annabelle Cloutier Austin Icing mix well. Roll into balls or pack into pan Nathasha Austin, Julianna Austin 1 c. white sugar (cut into squares before it sets). Julie Austin, Ward Crego 1/4 c. cocoa Dale Brauer, Megan Dier 1/4 c. milk Spinach Salad Tom Lang, Carrie-Mae Crego, 1/4 cup butter 1 large bunch spinach well washed and Alexa Hill Mix well. Boil for 1 full min. without stems removed stirring. Take off heat & add 1 tsp. vanil- 1 thin sliced sweet or red onion in rings Congratulations Bernice Owens la. Beat with wooden spoon until thick. 1 can mandarin oranges (well drained) Peterborough County Pour over cooled cake. Put in fridge. 1 pint sliced strawberries Community Volunteer 2012 about an hour until set. Enjoy! Dried peaches, papaya or mango cut in Patti Jones, small pieces (optional) Give Your High Five by Norland Candied pecans. June 15 for the July Gazette A nice citrus vinaigrette or dressing (lemon poppy seed is nice). Toss together in a pret- Dear Editor, ty bowl and serve. Why would anyone go to a store and buy a mountable picture of some generic mill Cooking Q & A or rustic ruins when we have amazing Do you have a recipe for lemon poppy seed opportunities right in our own backyard? dressing? Take some pictures, buy some frames, 2/3 cup light olive oil mount your choice and show what you 1/2 cup sugar see when you travel close to home. 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice Bruce Boswell 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds thepinerypeople.ca 2 teaspoons finely chopped onions What’s Up Kinmount 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt Thank you to our Volume 4 Patrons Directions: Process ingredients in a blender until Bonnie Smith The Hubbard Family smooth. Store in airtight container in fridge In memory of Margaret Holman Mrs. Isabella Hillier up to 1 week; serve at room temperature. An Anonymous Gazette Lover In Memory of Keith Mark Pat Bradley, Southwind Motel Brain and Nancy Lemire In memory of Jim and Eva Peacock The Langlois Family In memory of Joe Bowman Would You Like to be a Patron? Support the Kinmount Gazette Volume 4, by sending your donation to: Kinmount Gazette, c/o Yvette Brauer, P.O. Box 17, Kinmount, On K0M 2A0 Email [email protected] Telephone 705-488-2282 STRAWBERRY SUPPER Make cheques payable to K.C.P.E.D. June 30 at Kinmount Legion Page 15 Kinmount Gazette

Kinmount A Royal Quiz Diamond Jubilee Medal

Take me back to Kinmount 1. When was Queen Elizabeth II A new commemorative medal Along the Galway Road born? was created to mark the 2012 th Take me back to my boyhood A) March 21 1925 celebrations of the 60 anniver- Those days of long ago B) April 21 1926 sary of Her Majesty Queen Eliza- C) April 14 1925 beth II‘s accession to the Throne Show me the field and meadows D) March 14 1926 as Queen of Canada. The Queen Where I once did work and play. Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Through the woods I often wan- 2. Who is the Queen‘s husband? Medal is a tangible way for Cana- dered, A) Prince Philip Duke of da to honour Her Majesty for her Sometimes staying all the day. Wellington service to this country. At the B) Prince Philip Duke of same time, it serves to honour Show me the house where I was Edinburgh significant contributions and born, C) Prince Philip Duke of York achievements by Canadians Brothers, sisters, one and all, D) Prince Philip Duke of Wales During the year of celebrations, Mother calling me from the door- 60 000 deserving Canadians will way,\Little ―Bud‖ you‘re grow- 3. Who was the Queen‘s father? be recognized. Members of the ing tall. A) King George V1 general public are welcome to B) King Edward V1 contact the offices of members of I see them all in memory C) King George V Parliament, senators, lieutenant Those many years ago, D) King George V11 governors, territorial commission- When I was just a growing lad, ers, or provincial and territorial Running down the Galway Road. 4. How old was Princess Elizabeth premiers to suggest names of when she became Queen Elizabeth II? candidates. I‘ll always return to Kinmount A) 22 B) 21 C) 24 D) 25 No matter where I roam. To be eligible for this honour, a person must: To the old frame house on Gal- 5. How many children does Queen 1. Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of way road, Elizabeth II have? Canada, but need not necessarily reside in Canada; The place of my childhood home. A) 5 B) 2 C) 4 D) 3 2. Have made a significant contribution to a particular province, territory, region or community within Canada, Audrey Currie Newton or an achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada; Submitted by Ruth Theobald 3. Be alive on February 6th, 2012, the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty‘s accession to the Throne. The medal Submit your interesting poems or can be awarded posthumously, as long as the recipient

stories to was alive on that date.

[email protected] C) 5. Questions concerning the Diamond Jubilee Medal pro- D) 4. A) 3. B) 2. B) 1. Answers: gram can be sent to [email protected] or by calling 613-998-6790 or 1-800-465-6890 (toll-free).

Local Kinmount Coronation Memory

On June 2, 1953, while riding his bicycle along the sidewalk in front of St. James Members of the public wishing to Anglican Church, ten year old John Aus- send a congratulatory message to tin, became distracted and fell down. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Wally Scott was in his front yard and on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee called out, ―Hey John, what are you do- may do so by visiting: ing, going to the Coronation?‖ www.pch.gc.ca/msgbrd/index-eng.cfm

Victorian Tea Official Diamond Jubilee portrait of Queen 11 am Saturday June 2 Elizabeth II adorned with jewellery from The Kinmount Community Centre Royal Collection in honour of her 60th anniversary as Britain’s Monarch Page 17 Kinmount Gazette

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 441 by Cathy King

Royal Canadian Le- Annual nominations and election of May 29. I hope this did not of officers took place May 6. Con- cause problems for anyone. gion gratulations to the past executive Big Buck Bid Euchre is Wednes-

John McGrath for their hard work and dedication day June 20 at 11am. Cost of $10 Branch 441 and to the incoming executive for includes a delicious lunch. Kinmount, Ontario making the commitment to serve On Saturday June 23, we are plan- 705-488-3462 our Legion and community during ning a Bake Sale, BBQ and Yard the upcoming year. Sale. For only $10, vendors may Our annual Honours and Awards rent a table/space. To book, please was May 5. Thank you to Tracy contact Marylou at 488-3174 or and committee for their hard work Tracy at 488-2810. The event in organizing the special evening takes place, ―rain or shine‖, (but that gave the opportunity to honour hopefully shine). and thank volunteers. Special Weekly Wednesday Drop in Sum- thanks to the Ladies Auxiliary for mer Darts starts June 6 at 7:30 pm. the delicious dinner. Why not join us for a fun evening Tuesday ―Liver & Onions‖ Lunch of darts. Plans are underway for is the last Tuesday of each month. horseshoes on Sundays & a Karao- In addition to Liver & Onions a ke night in June. delicious alternate meal is also The Ladies Auxiliary hosts a served. The next lunch is June 26. Strawberry Supper Saturday, June Cost is $6. a person. Why not 30 & Family Fun Bingo Monday come out and bring a friend? nights at 6:30 pm begins July 2. My apologies for posting last Please contact the legion at 705- month‘s lunch for May 22 instead 488-3462 for further information.

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77 French Line, Box 243, Kinmount, ON K0M 2A0 Phone 705-488-3302 email: [email protected] CONGRATULATIONS TO Kinmount Resident BERNICE OWENS Recipient of the County of Peterborough Recognition Award for Crowns for all at Kinmount Legion’ recent Jubilee Bingo! Clockwise COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER from top left: The jubilant crowd, Sheldon Rae thanks Bingo Chairper- OF THE YEAR 2012! son Marcy Morgan; Bingo Caller Mike St. Thomas, King of the Evening. Page 16 Kinmount Gazette

Kinmount...Explore Our Heritage, Experience Our Charm!

KINMOUNT GAZETTE COM MITTEE Guy Scott, Editor Spot the Shot R.R. #1 Kinmount, Ontario Each edition we feature a photo from the K0M 2A0 Kinmount Area. We challenge you to identify the spot. Phone: 705-488-3182

E-mail: [email protected] Submissions of photos welcome. Please submit to the editor via email with a We’re on the Web detailed description of the spot you have captured. www.kinmount.ca Last month’s Spot the Shot: The White Lake Dam and Waterfalls Gazette Committee: into Salerno Lake Lynne Kilby, Staff Writer Jane Austin, Publisher Yvette Brauer, Advertising/Finance Submission Deadline For July Edition: From the Editor’s Desk Friday, June 15, 2012

Victoria Day weekend is store is a combination beer- & raised on the family farm spring, and their behaviour is nor- over, and its officially sum- liquor outlet, unlike many on the Reid Road 85 years mal. They run away like they are mer! The Farmer‘s Market towns where 2 stops are re- ago. His obituary correctly supposed to! I loved the photo of is open for the season. The quired! claimed his best times were the turkey chasing the car. I am sure Garden Centres are up and Congratulations to the Victoria days spent on the farm. it is a female, and the males are way running. And the flies are Pony Club members and po- And finally, thanks to Mary scarier! I wish I had taken pictures.‖ out! nies for a great month. At a Webster for an update on the And that‘s a good point: if you have The 5th annual Kinmount Barrie Show Jumping meet, ―wild‖ turkeys along the a story to tell and/or a special pho- Country Jamboree will be the ponies captured 4 grand Monck Road west of the vil- tograph, please feel free to share held on June 21-24 in the championships out of 4 en- lage. Mary writes: ― We have them with the Gazette. We appreci- Kinmount Fairgrounds. To tries! And at the Prince Phillip a flock of 15 turkeys this ate your feedback. GS find out all about it, go to Games in May, the C Team www.kinmountfair.net or finished first, the Masters www.ambrec.com . All Team second and the B Team Join the fun! th funds raised go towards 5 . Good work gals! All that paying off the mortgage on practicing in the Fairgrounds June 21 – 24, 2012 the Kinmount Arena. really paid off! The Kinmount LCBO outlet It is good to hear positive celebrated its 50th anniver- news on the Highlands Cine- Kinmount sary in Kinmount. It was a ma. It sure is a big attraction Fairgrounds big step back in 1972 to for our community and some- have a LCBO outlet come thing we can be proud of. to Kinmount village. The And speaking of community old ―Liquor Store‖ was lo- pride, two thumbs up to our cated at the south-west cor- Kinmount elementary school ner of the bridge until it students at Ridgewood School. moved to its new location in At the Historica Fair, they the 1980s. The old store was produced 4 projects on the ―service-only‖ and you had History and Sights of Kin- to fill out an order form & mount. It shows you are proud wait for staff to get it in the of your community and we are back room. The new store proud you feel that way! was a bit step forward with Kinmount has lost another life Victoria Pony Club C Team First Place Champions - From the left: self-service and its expand- -long resident with the passing Alyssa Bogardis on Sierra, Amelia Austin on Peanut, Jessie Barry ed inventory. Kinmount‘s of John Clark. John was born on Leggs, Annabelle Cloutier-Austin on Resse, Maddie Rensink on Hardy. Page 19 JUNE 2012 SPECIAL

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