May 2010 - The Bulletin Magazine

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Finally, on the net! 

At the end of last year, about 28 million people were online in Canada; 

84.3% of the population, according to ITU. 

More and more people are looking for services and products on-line than ever 

before. Peoples' habits are changing. People move to a new area and very 

often rely solely on the Internet to learn about the new area, research and find 

out who to go to for what. Many people research and find homes, jobs and 

services over the Internet. Most people are coming to expect that any professionally run business 

will have a web site. 

It has been on our list of to-do’s for some time and it is finally coming to life. We will be up and 

running in about a month, we’ll be sure to let you know in an upcoming issue. Yes, the print 

version will continue to be in your mailbox month to month, but there will be a few changes. 

On the site, you will have access to community events (and there will be room for plenty more), 

the “Ongoing” or regular monthly events will have a place of its own too. Advertisers in our print 

version will have a chance to advertise online, and can be linked to their own website, and so 

much more. The Bulletin online will be a great source of information for everyone in East 

Gwillimbury and beyond. 

Why now? We’ve been wanting to get this up and running for a long time, but our only excuse is 

that when you are a business or magazine with limited time and budget, it doesn’t always happen 

as fast as you’d like. No more excuses, it’s been long overdue. 

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It is with great regret to announce the 

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thank you for your dedicated support and 

patronage these past few years. 

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MAY 2010 

VOL.12 NO. 4 

FEATURES 

12 Hort Happenings 

by Anne Hill 

17 A Sense of Belonging 

by Peg Bill 

28 A View of HST 

by Ian Hawkins 

Around the House: 

Inside & Out 

30 DIY: Q&A 

32 Decorating on a Budget 

by Anne Wicks 

34 A Natural Dilemma 

by Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners 

CONTENTS 

REGULARS 

37 Porches: 

Finishing Touches 

38 Get that deck ready 

for stain 

by Janet Wheeler 

3 Editor’s Note 

by Christine Benns 

6 Community Events 

Listing of Current Monthly Activities 

19 Sports Report 

by Owen M. Smith 

22 Ongoing Events 

List of Events by the Day of the Week 

25 RECIPES from The Good Egg 

Moira Sanders 

ON THE COVER: 

Two E.G. girls, Danielle Martin of Sharon (pictured on the left) finished 2nd and Jordan Scott of 

Mount Albert (right) placed 3rd in the Gymnastics Ontario Competition in Oshawa last month 

for all Ontario Championships in Provincial. C level trampoline. Jen Lee (centre) is their coach 

from Airborne Trampoline North. Danielle has landed a spot for Team Ontario and is competing 

in the Eastern Canadian championships, May 7-9 in Mississauga. Well Done!!! 



community events 

This space is provided as a public service for non-profit organizations. 

Saturday, May 8 

80th Birthday Celebration 

The children, grandchildren and great grandchildren 

of Shirley Rose invite everyone to celebrate at the 

Mount Albert R.C. Legion. 2 pm - 4 pm. 

••••• 


Annual Plant and Yard Sale 

9 am to 1 pm 

Christ Church, Peter St., Holland Landing. 

••••• 

Sunday, May 9 

50th Wedding Anniversary 

Please drop in and share some memories with 

Bill and Ann Potts in celebration. 1pm to 4pm. 

Mount Albert Lion's Community Centre 

5057 Mount Albert Road, Mount Albert 

Best wishes only please. 

••••• 

Thursday, May 13 

EG Historical Society 

7:30 p.m. Queensville Community Centre 

Speaker: Daryll Withrow, author of the book From 

Hands Now Striving to Be Free which has an 

inventory of almost 100 rebellion boxes with 

historical information about the men who created 

the boxes as well as many other interesting facts. 

••••• 


Opening of the Literacy Garden 

At the Holland Landing Public Library 

11 am – 1 pm. Music will be provided by the 

Holland Landing Fiddlers and light refreshments 

will be served. 

••••• 


2nd Annual Plant Sale 

Master Gardeners of Lake Simcoe South 

9 am until sold out, rain or shine 

Church of Christ, 230 Davis Drive East, Newmarket. 

Perennials, annuals, herbs, member-grown divisions, 

select nursery-grown plants, drought and shade 

tolerant plants, natives, grasses. Info and Master 

Gardeners advice: lssmastergardeners@gmail.com 

••••• 


Annual Yard Sale 

Anglican Church Women of St. James the Apostle 

are hosting the annual event. 18794 Leslie Street, 

Sharon from 9 am - 12 noon. 

Baking and perennials will also be on sale. 

••••• 

Monday, May 17 

Free Community Information Night 

7 pm to 9 pm. Week of May 16-22 is the Fourth 

National Infertility Awareness Week. To promote this 

awareness and the fact that 1 out of 5 Canadian 

couples experiences infertility please join us at the 

Glenway Golf and Country Club, 470 Crosslands 

Blvd., Newmarket. Sponsored by Northern 

Reproductive Therapies, 72 Prospect Street. 

Please call for further information 905-967-0852 x2. 

••••• 

Tuesday, May 18 

Mt. Albert Horticultural Society Meeting 

7:30 pm. Mt. Albert Community Centre. 53 Main St. 

Speaker: Judith Rogers Topic” The Accessorized 

Garden. We will have our first flower show of the 

year. Junior Gardeners will be working on their 

section of the Millennium Garden that evening 

at 7 pm. 

••••• 

Tuesday, May 18 

Newmarket Horticultural Society Meeting 

8 pm. New Location: Ray Twinney Complex, 

100 Eagle St. W., Lounge 2. Guest Speaker: Anna 

Leggatt “Container Gardening on a Budget”. 

Annual Membership fees: $15/Single $20/Couple 

$25/Family - $2 Guests 

Call 905-898-6381 or visit www.nhs.usethis.com 

••••• 

Thursday, May 20 - Saturday, May 22 

Mount Albert United Church's Annual Yard Sale 

Home Hardware Building Centre Parking Lot 

Hwy 48 & Princess St., Mount Albert 

Opens 9 am each day. For more information please 

call the Church 905-473-2562. 

•••••

community events 

This space is provided as a public service for non-profit organizations. 


Plant Sale @ Holland Landing United Church 

16 School Street. 9 am – 12 noon 

Perennials – Herbs – Hostas & more. 

••••• 

Friday, May 28 

Dice-4-Doane Casino Night 

6:30 pm Dinner, silent auction, casino games, 

prizes Tickets $75. Phone 905-967-0259, or 

www.doanehospice.org 

••••• 


Mount Albert Horticultural Society Plant Sale 

Mount Albert Community Centre from 10 am - 12 

noon. Plants for sun and shade from our members’ 

gardens along with nursery-grown perennials and 

annuals at excellent prices - and delicious baked 

goods! Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer 

your questions. Plants sell out fast so come early. 

••••• 


ANNUAL PLANT SALE 

Newmarket Horticultural Society 

1 pm SHARP - RAY TWINNEY COMPLEX 

This is our annual fundraiser where we offer a wide 

variety of healthy perennials, annuals, herbs, 

shrubs, and indoor plants. All plants are grown by 

Society members and available at bargain prices. 

Don't be disappointed, please come early for the 

best selection! Call 905-898-6381 or visit 

www.nhs.usethis.com 

••••• 


CAR WASH @ Mount Albert Public School 

5488 Mount Albert Road. 9 am – 2 pm 

The Grade 8 graduates are raising money to help 

with the cost of Graduation night. Have your car 

washed by a team of enthusiasts! Please come out 

and show your local support!!! 

Cost: Donations accepted 

••••• 


REVITALIZE & RENEW, HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENT 

Environmental Park, Woodspring Ave., Newmarket 

10 am to 2 pm. Take part in various free outdoor 

interactive classes including: Yoga, Meditation, Pole 

Walking, Tai Chi, Kids Yoga, Pilates and more. Learn 

how to relax and reenergize your body. 

Presentations and information booths will focus on 

health and physical well-being. Weather permitting 

(no rain date). Free. 

••••• 

Every Tuesday Morning 

10:00am to 11:00am in the basement at 

Queensville United Church. We are not a religious 

group - we just meet at a church and everyone is 

welcome. There is no admission fee, and no 

registration is required. We don't have a specific 

program. For our kids, it's an opportunity to learn to 

interact socially with other children and adults. For 

Moms, it's a time to chat, laugh and share 

experiences. Snacks are provided each week by 

volunteers from our group. 

•••• 

Sunday, June 13 

Memorial Service 

Christ Church, Holland Landing 

In remembrance of loved ones buried in our 

cemetery. Time 10 am. Everyone welcome. 

Wayne N. Dargus 

Financial Advisor 

19101 Leslie Street 

Vince’s Country Market Plaza 

Sharon, ON L0G 1V0 

Office: 905-478-8963 

Fax: 905-478-1842 

wayne.dargus@edwardjones.com 

www.edwardjones.com 

Life Insurance Agent for Edward Jones Insurance Agency 


85th Mount Albert Sports Day Weekend 

Hosts 8th Annual 5km Run/Walk 

Located at the fairgrounds within 

this quaint, rural community, the 

Mount Albert Sports Day Weekend 

is a well-loved annual tradition with 

a variety of activities for all ages. 

The 5km Run/Walk, held this year 

on Saturday, June 5th, is a key event 

promoting community fitness 

which typically draws about 200 

participants, from children to 

seniors. Participants in prior years 

largely came from Mount Albert 

and GTA with representation from 

as far away as Edmonton, 

2003 Sports Day 5km Run/Walk 

The first year the event began. 


Uxbridge, Tottenham and Barrie. 

Whether you’re from the area, 

looking for a day out, or driving 

north to cottage country on Hwy 

48, the Mount Albert Sports Day 

5km Run/Walk is a perfect detour 

for some fun and fitness! 

An added attraction for participants 

this year, is a draw for a Norco 

Scrambler Mountain Bike partially 

donated by one of our sponsors, 

Spoke O’Motion. Each race 

participant will automatically be 

entered into the draw while 

spectators will have an opportunity 

to purchase tickets. The bike, ridden 

by one of the sponsor’s race team in 

full race regalia, will lead the racers 

before being given to the 

lucky winner. 

Top 10 reasons to participate 

in the Mount Albert 

5km Run/Walk: 

1. The Mount Albert Run/Walk 

offers a premier 5km O.T.F.A. 

certified course with a safe and 

slightly rolling scenic route. 

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE IN EXQUISITE CENTURY HOME 

(approx. 1,600 square feet on the first floor for immediate occupancy) 

Sharon House Commercial Centre 

19027 Leslie Street, Sharon 

(Mt. Albert Rd. and Leslie St. across from E.G. Town Offices) 

Original and superb craftsmanship throughout, including: elegant trim, 

crown moldings and archways, oversized baseboards, 9 ½ foot ceilings, 

original doors and pine floors. 

Updates include: high efficiency gas furnace, central air conditioning, gas 

fireplace, large windows that replicate the originals, eave lighting, outdoor 

lanterns, plumbing, electrical, and improved insulation. 

Ample parking and signage. 

Phone David or Cindy Bates (905) 478-8440. No agents please. 

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2. This ever-growing event is ideal 

for all participants from casual 

walkers and runners looking to 

have fun while getting fit to highly 

conditioned athletes striving for a 

personal best. 

3. Great prizes to be won by the top 

individual and team finishers 

including Race for the Record 

($100); First, Second, Third 

Walker; Team Prize; First Overall 

Male, First Overall Female; First 

Male Mount Albert Resident; First 

Female Mount Albert Resident. 

4. Medals will be distributed 3 

deep in each age category from 

under 14 years to 60 plus years. 

5. Body Design, a local personal 

training, nutrition & lifestyle 

coaching firm will lead a warm-up 

stretch routine prior to the race, 

and York County Physiotherapy 

and Sports Injuries Clinic will be 

there to treat you after the race. 

6. The first 200 racers will receive 

a free t-shirt uniquely designed by 

local artist Ian McTavish. 

7. Post race food tent for 

participants. 

8. Proceeds go directly to the 

Mount Albert Community Centre 

to support programs for children 

and seniors 

9. Mount Albert is conveniently 

located at Hwy 48 and Mount 

Albert Sideroad and is easily 

accessible from all directions. 

10. All race participants have free 

admission to the Mount Albert 

Sports Day Events on race day. 

Registration 

There is no better way to keep you 

fit and motivate you to get out 

there than by registering NOW for 

the Mt. Albert 5km Run/Walk. 

Register online through the 

Running Room at 

www.events.runningroom.com 

Save on your entry fee by 

registering prior to May 5. Last 

minute registrations can be made at 

the fairgrounds on race day. 

For more information see the 

Sports Day website at 

www.mountalbertsportsday.com, 

or email info.mnt.albert.5km 

@gmail.com, or telephone the 

Race Director at 905.473.3766. 

85 th Mount Albert 

Sports Day & Spring Fair 

mountalbertsportsday.com 

June 4, 5, 6, 2010 

Community Appreciation Night! 

Thursday, June 3 @ 6:00 pm - All RIDES A LOONIE! 

*** 

All funds raised stay in our community! 

Funds are used to upgrade and add to our Community 

Parks & Facilities. 

*** 

Discounted Advanced Ride Coupons 

Check the website for local merchant locations. 

Get them before they are gone! 

*** 

Bracelet Day - Saturday, June 5 

Unlimited rides from 11 am to 6 pm for ONLY $15 

*** 

Entertainment Tent Featuring 

2X JUNO Award Winner JACK DE KEYZER & Rotunda 

*** 

RETURN OF THE SHOW & SHINE CAR SHOW... 

with music by The Lincolnaires 

*** 

Registration now open for the 5km Run/Walk & 

the Slow-Pitch Tournament 

Visit our website to sign up! 

SOAPBOX DERBY, JUNIOR AMBASSADOR, 

VENDORS & ARTISANS, BABY CONTEST, ZOO2U & REPTILIA, 

FLOWER SHOW, BAKING CONTEST AND MUCH MORE!!! 

ALL details on the web. www.mountalbertsportsday.com 

For information contact Cathy @ 905-557-0304 

Have some extra time? Always looking for volunteers & students. 


ECO/ARTS @ Queensville PS 

Queensville Public School hosted an Eco/Arts night on 

Wednesday, April 21 and had the pleasure to have Chris 

McKhool perform for our staff, students and community. 

Our school council planned the evening and we had a 

fantastic turn out for this celebration. 

Chris McKhool engaged the students and captured the 

audience with his music. The ECO team at Queensville 

Public School wishes to thank the school council and the 

many parents and children who helped to celebrate this 

environmental occasion. 

Chris’ songs had a very important message about loving and Pictured: Trevor Tourangeau, Tanner Douglas and Chris McKhool 

caring for our Earth. At Queensville Public School, our ECO 

team is made up of staff and students working together to promote environmental action, initiatives, and 

programs within the school and the community. The ECO Club has several important roles to fill in supporting 

education and awareness about many environmental issues. Thank you to the student members for their 

continued efforts. We are dedicated to promoting the 4 R's: REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE, AND RETHINK. 

It is never to late or too little to take on a role in promoting a greener world! 



hort happenings... 

Mount Albert Garden and Horticultural Society is in a 

celebratory mood this month. Seven of our members 

have just received Volunteer Service Awards from the 

Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration. 

One of the members honoured this year has 25 years 

of service and another 20 years! Congratulations, and 

thank you for your contributions to the community. 

The philosopher Cicero once said “If you have a 

garden and a library you have everything,” and we 

invite you to join us as we celebrate the opening of the 

Literacy Garden at the Holland Landing branch of the 

East Gwillimbury Public Library on Saturday, May 

15th from 11am – 1pm. Music will be provided by the 

Holland Landing Fiddlers and light refreshments will 

be served. 

It’s been a joy to work outside in the recent warm 

weather. May is a good time to divide perennials and 

our horticultural society members are busy potting up 

divisions from their plants for the Spring Plant and 

Bake Sale to be held on Saturday May 29th at Mount 

Albert Community Centre from 10am till noon. We’ll 

have plants for sun and shade from our members’ 

gardens along with nursery-grown perennials and 

annuals at excellent prices - and delicious baked 

goods! Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer 


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your questions. Plants sell out fast so come early. 

There are still some seats available for our bus trip on 

Saturday July 10th. We will visit Plant Paradise 

Country Garden in Albion, where we will enjoy a 

catered lunch and guided tour, and Lost Horizons 

Garden and Nursery in Acton. There will be 

opportunities to buy plants at both gardens. 

At our meeting on Tuesday May 18th at 7:30pm Judith 

Rogers will be speaking on The Accessorized Garden 

and we will have our first flower show of the year. 

Junior Gardeners will be working on their section of 

the Millennium Garden that evening at 7pm. 

We’re a friendly group of gardeners from all over East 

Gwillimbury who welcome visitors and new members 

at our meetings on the third Tuesday of the month 

from February to November at 7:30 pm at Mount 

Albert Community Centre, 53 Main Street, Mount 

Albert. Visitors pay just $2 per meeting. Come early, 

enjoy refreshments and socialize with other 

gardeners. The Hort is a great place to cultivate 

lasting friendships. 

For more information on the youth or adult programs, 

or our bus trip, please call 905-478-8450 or visit 

http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/mountalbert. 

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How Handy Are You? 

Did you know that non-stick vegetable 

spray can be used to lubricate fishing 

reels, squeaky hinges, sticky locks, 

bicycle chains, etc. 

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Camera Accessories. 

Please call: 905-898-2213 or 416-564-0251 


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A Sense of Belonging 

submitted by Peg Bill, Mount Albert 

When I arrived in Mount Albert in 1969 from London, I referred to my new place as ‘this’ 

village. Now I believe I can call it my village too. 

No two villages are the same. We have originality, tradition, uniqueness, home-grown summer fruit, vegetables, 

and original recipes captured from early experienced settlers. 

A genuine hand-me-down-inherited village, mixed with the new arts, shops, and gifts. 

A church attended by the faithful that surely helped to comfort and unify early settlers. Enormous hardships 

endured that only the love of the land and faith could withstand. The birth of a community through word of 

mouth has allowed us to inherit the depth of their courage, kindness and ways of doing things. These have not 

changed, only the machinery in rural farmlands. 

A walk in the old Cemetery speaks of more than departure. The heroes of the by gone days so long ago. They 

could plough a straight line and seed with their eyes closed. With great storage rooms in barns, all surviving 

on what the farmers could grow in Summer, along with animals in Winter. Struggling with the weather and 

being surrounded by swamp and poorly drained areas and praying for good crops. They knew hardships, heart 

breaks, bone chilling winters and not enough food. These were the family’s worst nightmares. Today I feel we 

have inherited the real heroes of our food chain. Some will remember the horses being whipped up steep hills 

on slippery winter slopes to deliver provisions to out lying areas and our shops. No heater for the driver, just a 

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lanket in temperatures that left white whiskers on the 

horse and the farmer’s beard. Wood had to be cut and 

seasoned a full year before it could be burned in the 

cookstove or in the fireplace. 

In hardships and in loss, settlers found within the 

community they had earned a welcomed sense of 

belonging. For many who choose our village to settle 

in today, choose their new homes with a feeling it was 

always there, without knowledge of the pain in the 

roots of the land they walk on. For the early settlers, it 

came at great cost. 

But now there are watchful eyes towards the new mix. 

They come to grow a family in rural peace far from 

the big city problems, they are happy to commute. 

Those who disturb the reason they come here in the 

first place are reminded, here and there, they are not 

welcomed. Fields of pain, loss and tragedy now house 

with their new roots, new generations. 

They enjoy our village shops, our restaurants; 

gourmet European style with French cuisine and an 

Asian fusion of food from places you may never have 

been. The pub, a wonderful meeting place for 

millionaires, doctors and people from all walks of life. 

Today you will see, brave new farmers with tractors 

on their shopping list, a mortgage in their pocket and 

cattle they can‘t get much for on the market, still 

struggling and also at great cost. It’s hardly a reward 

for the effort. 

Things have not changed in this respect. 

The pharmacy stays, because we do here, at the 

medical clinic. We are very dependent on one another 

being so far from the nearest big town and gas prices 

going up and down. Comforting like the bank, it’s 

always there, the look of solid trust like the doctor’s 

office. They all know your name and remember your 

account number when doubt drifts across your face. A 

priceless smile from Jane, the bank manager, “Hello 

Peg, nice to see you” - so helpful and listens to 

problems. The bank contributes to the wealth and 

security of small towns undergoing transition. 


The shop window reflects the professional approach 

inside and very much describes the manner of 

business, even if there’s not much going on outside. 

Our school is our pride and joy. It gets great results. 

Always high on the list of top grade schools. 

I can’t imagine a village without a doctor. The doctor 

helps to remove anxiety when hope of wellness is a 

personal problem. Patients who have something to 

tell, your doctor cares and carries your secret to safety. 

Like a friend you trust, they like you the way you are, 

a lot of folk haven’t the confidence to believe they are 

likeable. So the solution is a shared discovery of trust. 

A good diagnostician is pure gold. Dr. Gail Firestone 

recently of the Emergency Department of North York 

General, is all of that and more. 

Our village doesn’t think it’s perfect. It is like nature - 

no straight lines - bends and curves to adjust to the 

changes. You choose to live here, so you help to 

contribute. Take the dog and kids in your family for a 

walk and see the village with new eyes especially to 

rediscover the reason why you chose to settle here in 

the first place. We do have one or two police around 

somewhere, sharing with towns a distance away. 

North, East, South and West of everywhere, we’d be 

sad to see our peaceful village change. 

We now have people like Dean and Brian at the 

garage, two hardworking mechanics; organic food, 

fresh vegetables and meat; Lucy’s Banana Bread café; 

two convenience stores; Chinese food, pizza; car 

washes and laundry; the men and women of the 

valuable Lion’s Club providing community service; 

computer help for business; a friendly Post Office; our 

firemen and EMS help us to appreciate that 

everything is under control keeping us safe 

from harm. 

Unless my family sends me a one way, first class air 

fare, I’m staying in my village where I feel a 

belonging to a community like Mount Albert.

EG SPORTS REPORT 

“THANKS” To the People Who Make It 

Work – So We Can Play & Skate 

EAST GWILLIMBURY MINOR HOCKEY LEAGUE 

Alan Miller President 

Wayne Patterson 1st Vice President 

Lyle Van Every Treasurer 

Joanne Stolte Deputy Treasurer 

Eric Kopsala Secretary 

Roy Short Vice President Rep 

James Suderman Deputy Vice President Rep 

Al Whittaker Vice President House League 

Karen Strumos Deputy VP House League 

Wendy Anderson / Cathy Kopsala Registrar 

Darren McIlwraith Vice President Ice Operations 

Jeff Butterworth VP Player & Coaches Development 

Cheryl Berardi Officer at Large (Sponsorship) 

Donna Miller Co-Officer At Large 

Ruthanne Campbell Equipment Manager 

Kevin Wainright Referee-In-Chief Rep 

Paul LePage Webmaster 

Mary Barcellos VP Parents Aux 

East 

Gwillimbury 

Skating Club 

President: Catherine Rhinelander 

Past President: Patti Thompson 

Secretary: Maureen Patterson 

Treasurer: Sarah Chetwyn 

Registration: Ailsa Oxley 

CanSkate Coordinator: Leigh Anne Pitre 

Starskate Coordinator: Susan Smith 

Test Chair: Marina Hollingworth 

Synchro Coordinator: Jackie Fisher 

Music Coordinator: Trish Reid 

Communications: Danyel De Bruge 

Special Events Coordinator: Robin Kelly 




Presented to 

Joshua Sears 

receives Gala 

Spirit Award from 

Mayor Jamie 

Young 

Volunteers 

Recognized - Mark 

Stolte, Donna Bogers 

Miller, James 

Suderman, Cheryl 

Beraldi and President 

Alan Miller 

House League Coach of 

the Year - Brent McIntosh 

L-R: Alan Miller, Mary 

Barcellos, Al Whitaker, 

Cathy DeRoeper, 

Brent McIntosh 

Rep Coach of the Year 

and recipient of the 

Sean Gentry Award - 

Coach Randy Courts 


Barcellos, Coach Randy 

Courts and James 

Suderman 

lan Case Award awarded to 

Jacob Langford 


Barcellos, Jacob Langford 

Sam Lorimer - winner of the Allan Allbright Award. 

Kenny Clarke Memorial Trophy Winner - Kalvin Dalmer. 

AWARDS 2010 

E.G. HOCKEY


SHIVER synchro skating team visited with 

Mayor Young and Council at the EG Town 

Hall in recognition of the team's bronze 

medal at the Canadian Championships. 

Above: Doing what we do best, have fun! 

Below: Skaters receive medals at the Fun 

Skate On-Ice Event. 

PS… PLEASE SEND SPORTS STORIES… it makes our job so much easier! If you have a story or picture for the EG Sports 

Report – please forward to: Christine: bulletin@xplornet.com or Owen: osmith@dundeesecurities.com 

PLEASE NOTE: The Sports Report is not limited to younger athletes... we would love to celebrate all active athletes, of all 

AGES! If you have a story you would like to share, send us an email. 



ongoing events 

EVERY SUNDAY & THURSDAY 

Mount Albert Run Club 

Sundays @ 8:00 am & Thursdays @ 7:00 pm 

Ross Family Complex/Mount Albert Library 

For information contact Steve at 905-717-9431 

•••••••• 

SUNDAYS (No Holiday Weekends) 

Spinning Spurs Dance Classes 

7:00 pm. Couples $5.00 

Queensville Masonic Hall 

Call Darlene or Al Crofton at 905-895-3835 

Dances include: Country, East Coast Swing, ChaCha & Waltz 

•••••••• 

MONDAY EVENINGS 

Square Dance Classes 

7:00 pm 

Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Drive 

Call Doug or Heather at 905-478-2200 or 

drholmes@xplornet.com 

Couples of all ages welcome. Learn the basics of modern square 

dancing. Low impact exercise. 

•••••••• 

MONDAY EVENINGS 

York Region Community Choir 

7:30 pm to 9:30 pm 

York Region Admin. Building, Room B, Yonge Street, Nmkt. 

Call Pauline at 905-715-7487 or pmccarthy.is@rogers.com 

If you love to sing, give us a try. 

•••••••• 

MONDAY AFTERNOONS & EVENINGS 

Holland Landing Golden Anchor Seniors Bid Euchre 

1:00 pm & 7:30 pm, Everyone is welcome to join in. 

Holland Landing Community Centre 

Tuesday Evenings: Plain Euchre - 7:30 pm 

Wednesday Afternoons: Bid Euchre - 1:00 pm 

Friday Afternoons: Carpet Bowling - 1:00 pm 

•••••••• 

2nd MONDAY OF THE MONTH 

One Parent Families Newmarket & Area Chapter 

We can offer you subsidized programs for you and your family 

or grandchildren. Social outings, meetings with speakers, 

dances, Christmas Party and much more. 

Call today at 905-557-0143. Membership $50 annually. 

•••••••• 

4th MONDAY OF THE MONTH 

The Gwillimbury Quilt Guild 

1:00 pm 

Queensville United Church, 20453 Leslie Street 

Guest fee is $5.00 Contact: Liz Born 905-853-0173 

•••••••• 

TUESDAY EVENINGS 

Newmarket Citizens Band 

8:00 pm. Sir William Mulock High School, Newmarket 

Looking for teens and adults that can play a brass, woodwind 

or percussion instrument. 

•••••••• 

EVERY TUESDAY EVENING 

York Highlands Chorus Rehearsals 

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 

Old Firehall, 140 Main Street S., Newmarket. 

Call Cheryl at 905-895-5595 or yorkhighlandschorus.com 

Also available to perform at a variety of venues. 

•••••••• 

EVERY TUESDAY EVENING 

Seniors Play Euchre 

7:00 pm 

40 Royal Oak Road. Mt. Albert 

Call Barbara @ 905-557-0143 

•••••••• 

1st TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Holland Landing Chapter IODE 

7:00 pm 

Call Anne at 905-895-4699 

We are a Canadian women’s charitable organization, committed 

to improving the quality of life for children, youth and those in 

need through educational, social service and citizenship 

programs. 

•••••••• 

1st & 3rd TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 

The Newmarket-East Gwillimbury Kinsmen Club 

Community Centre Hall, River Drive Park 

Call Bob at 905-478-5333. 

•••••••• 

2nd TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

York-Simcoe Naturalists Meeting 

7:30 pm 

River Drive Park Community Centre, 20 Oak Avenue 

Call 905-898-2329. All welcome. Bring your own mug. 

•••••••• 

2nd TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Business Women’s Networking Association (BWNA) 

12:00 pm 

Shoeless Joe’s, on Woodbine Avenue, Sharon 

Check out www.bwna.biz. 

•••••••• 

2nd & 4th TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Sharon & District Lions Club 

6:45 pm 

Temperance Hall in Sharon 

Ellerby Farr at 905-478-4337. New Members always welcome. 

•••••••• 

2nd & 4th TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Mount Albert & District Lions Club 

6:45 pm Lions Hall. New Members always welcome. 

••••••••

2nd & 4th TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 

Holland Landing Snowmobile Club meetings 

7:30pm 

61 Cedar Street, Holland Landing 

Check out www.hlsc.on.ca 

•••••••• 

3rd TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Members of the East Gwillimbury Chamber of Commerce 

7:00 am, breakfast at 7:30 am, personal intros at 8:30 am 

Location varies 

Contact the office at (905) 478-8447 or www.egcoc.org 

•••••••• 


Mount Albert United Church Community Luncheon 

11:30 am to 1:00 pm, continuous serve 

Cost: $7.00. 

41 Alice Stree, Mt. Albert 

•••••••• 


Mount Albert Garden and Horticultural Society 

7:30pm – February to November 

7:00 pm – 7:30 pm - Youth Group (not July or August) 

Mount Albert Community Centre, 53 Main Street 

Guests pay $2 per meeting. 

Call 905-478-8450 or gardenontario.org/site.php/mountalbert 

A friendly group of gardeners from beginners to experienced 

who welcome guests and new members. We have interesting 

guest speakers and refreshments. 

•••••••• 

3rd TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 

The Newmarket Horticultural Society 

8:00 pm – January to November 

New Location: Ray Twinney Complex, 100 Eagle St., L2. 

Guests $2 

Call 905-898-6381 or www.nhs.usethis.com 

Interesting and knowledgeable guest speakers, raffle draws and 

refreshments. New members and guests are always welcome! 

•••••••• 

LAST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 

Mt. Albert Sports Day Committee Meetings 

7:30 pm 

Mt. Albert Community Centre, 53 Main Street 

Call Lee Sitarz 905-473-9388 

Looking for input & new members to keep the tradition going! 

•••••••• 

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY 

Jackrabbits Trail Run Club 

Wednesdays @ 7 pm - Holborn Forest (1km east of Hwy. 48) 

Saturdays @ 8 am - Ravenshoe Trail (McCowan, south of 

Ravenshoe Rd.) Request info at cshawac340@rogers.com 

•••••••• 

EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING 

Seniors play Bingo 

7:00 pm 

40 Royal Oak Road, Mount Albert 

Call Barbara @ 905-557-0143 

•••••••• 

1st WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH MONTH 

Mount Albert Friendship Club - For Seniors 

Ross Family Complex, Centre St., Mt. Albert 

Call Joyce Brown at 905-473-2770 

New members are welcome. We have Bingo, Euchre, Bid 

Euchre, Bus trips, Shuffleboard, Dinners, BBQ's and more. 

•••••••• 

2nd WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 

Newmarket and Area Newcomer’s Club 

A social group for women. Gatherings, plus special interest 

groups meet throughout each month. 

Call Judy 905-841-6741 or Nancy 905-841-4094 

•••••••• 

2nd & 4th WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 

North Union Hall Euchre 

7:30 pm 

Boag Road, east of Woodbine 

Admission $2.00, includes lunch. All welcome. 

•••••••• 

1st THURSDAY OF THE MONTH 

Union Street Women’s Institute Branch 

1:30 pm. All ladies welcome. 

North Union Community Centre, 2624 Boag Road 

Call 905-989-1679 or 905-473-6411 

•••••••• 

2nd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH 

East Gwillimbury Historical Society 

7:30 pm 

Queensville Community Centre 

Call Nancy Eves at 905-478-2149 or eghs@neptune.com 

•••••••• 

2nd & 4th THURSDAY OF THE MONTH 

Holland Landing & District Lions Club 

7:00 pm 

Holland Landing Community Centre on Yonge Street 

•••••••• 

3rd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH 

Holland Landing Country & Western Jamboree 

7:00 pm to 11:00 pm 

Holland Landing Community Centre 

Call Jacquie or Walt at 905-473-7072 

•••••••• 

Widows and Widowers Social Group 

We offer fun, social events, and support for all ages. 

Meet new people and make new friends. 

Call 905-967-3274 or 905-836-4417 

•••••••• 

DROP-IN FOR ARTISANS & CRAFTERS 

Mondays: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Holland Landing C. Centre 

Wednesdays: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Ross Family Complex 

An opportunity to finish a project you are working on and 

meet others who have the same interests. 

•••••••• 

FREE DROP-IN CENTRE @ The Family Place 

Mon - Fri 9:30 am to 2:30 pm 

Lower level of the Mount Albert Community Centre 

Call 905-473-5929. 


MOUNT 

ALBERT 

VETERINARY 

HOSPITAL 

Dr. “Bob” Prendergast 

Full Service Animal Hospital 

Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri 8am-6pm 

Tues 8am-7pm 

Grooming by Denise 

905-473-2400 

19144 Highway 48, Mount Albert 

(Across from Home Hardware 

Building Centre) 


Happy 

Mother’s 

Day 

Sunday, 

May 9 

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RECIPES from The Good Egg 

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peaking of asparagus, spring just isn’t official without the arrival of this beloved 

vegetable. These simple hors d’oeuvre are so good, don’t be surprised if they disappear 

before your very eyes. This recipe is easily doubled if you are serving a group. 

Savoury Asparagus Appetizer 

1 pound asparagus, tough ends 

trimmed 

½ cup mayonnaise 

½ cup Dijon mustard 

2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 

1 ½ cups bread crumbs (I like using 

Panko) 

¾ cup Parmesan cheese 

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. 

Combine the mayo, mustard and 

lemon juice in a medium bowl. 

Combine the bread crumbs and 

Parmesan cheese. Dip an 

asparagus spear in the mayo 

Asparagus is one such 

perennial and oldest 

known herb to the 

human civilization. 

mixture, covering the entire spear. Roll the asparagus in 

the bread crumb mixture so that the spear is completely 

covered. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined 

with parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining 

asparagus. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes and turn the 

asparagus over. Bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until 

golden brown and smelling delicious. 

Let cool for a few minutes and serve immediately. 

Serves about 4 as an appetizer. 

Since 1991, Moira Sanders has worked in many different aspects of 

the food industry, across Canada and abroad. These days, she 

writes a charming recipe blog (www.thegoodegg.ca), teaches 

cooking classes, and is currently collaborating on a cookbook with 

her sister, inspired by country fairs. Contact her at 

moira@thegoodegg.ca 

Free Gardening Advice 

The Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners provide 

free gardening advice to home gardeners on 

plants, soils, pests and fertilizing for ornamental 

and vegetable gardens. Look for us each Saturday 

at the Newmarket Farmers Market, or email your 

garden questions to our hotline at 

lssmastergardeners@gmail.com. 

AL DORMAN INSURANCE 

Brokers Ltd. 

Serving the Community Since 1974 

905-473-2942 

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New Homes 

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We would be happy to provide you with a 

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Please call or drop by 

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FAX: 905-473-6379 

TOLL FREE: 1-800-387-9021 

email: karmstrong@aldorman.com 

Moira Sanders 


Fire Safety in Cool Summer 

Temperatures 

As cool and damp weather continue to dominate this summer’s forecast, East 

Gwillimbury Emergency Services Department is urging residents to use caution with 

heating appliances to prevent fires and related injuries at home or at 

the cottage. 

With plans for a holiday getaway to the cottage or trailer, residents need to pay close 

attention to the potential fire hazards related to the use of fuel burning appliances 

especially space heaters and fireplaces. For early warning of an emergency, particular 

attention must be paid to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are in good working order. 

“With low temperatures this summer, Ontarians often need to turn on the heat to stay warm at night. Make sure all heating 

appliances and chimney have been inspected. Blocked chimneys can result in build-up of deadly carbon monoxide gases 

and must be clear to be in proper working order.” 


Important fire safety tips for the cool summer include: 

• Burn dry, well-seasoned wood in fireplaces and 

woodstoves to reduce the risk of excessive creosote build-up 

in chimneys. 

• Allow ashes from your woodstove or fireplace to cool 

before emptying them into a metal container with a tightfitting 

lid. Keep the container outside. 

• Watch for smoke coming into the room. This could 

indicate a blockage in the chimney or a faulty damper 

control mechanism. Chimneys and stovepipes should be 

cleaned as often as necessary to keep them free from 

accumulations of combustible deposits. A qualified 

contractor should inspect them annually. 

• Ensure smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are 

installed and working in cottages, cabins and seasonal 

dwellings. 

East Gwillimbury Emergency Services reminds everyone 

that the Ontario Fire Code requires smoke alarms be 

installed on every storey of your home and outside all 

sleeping areas, this includes cottages, cabins and 

recreational vehicles. Failure to comply with this law can 

result in a ticket for $235 or a fine of up to $50,000. 

For more information contact Brad Morissey, Fire 

Prevention Officer at 905-853-8842, Ext. 1102

FOR SALE 

Tri-Axel Float Trailer $2500 

Older Case Model S Tractor 

(running condition) $1000 

Call (416) 677-4993 


tax 

A View of the HST 

Your Ontario government considers that the plan contains a fair and balanced package of tax cuts for people 

and businesses. 

For people, the tax rate on the first income tax bracket was reduced from 6.05% to 5.05% on January 1, 2010. 

As a result, they say, 93 per cent of income tax payers will pay less personal income tax. Note the wording. This 

move does nothing for the thousands of Ontarians (low income and many seniors) who do not pay tax. In addition, 

two new tax credits – the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) and Ontario Property Tax Credit (OPTC) will be 

introduced in 2010 and will provide $1 billion in additional sales and property tax relief compared to the old 

credits they replace. Ontarians will also receive temporary Sales Tax Transition Benefit payments in June 2010, 

December 2010 and June 2011 totalling up to $1,000 for families (including single parents) and up to $300 for 

single people to help them adjust to the HST. 

Will I end up paying more taxes? 

While the first income tax bracket was reduced from 6.05% to 5.05%, making it the lowest provincial tax rate in 

Canada on the first $37,106 of taxable income and while the province will provide $11.8 billion over three years 

in temporary and permanent tax relief for the people of Ontario, and $4.6 billion over three years in tax relief for 

businesses the simple answer is yes! Many services that did not charge PST will now be forced to charge you 

HST. Costs for these services will increase by 8% of the pre-tax total. 

However Ontario families and individuals with up to $80,000 of income will get an average personal income tax 

cut of 10%. 

Will the government provide Ontario taxpayers with assistance to transition to the HST? 

To help people, the Ontario government is providing $11.8 billion in personal tax relief over three years. This 

includes tax-free payments to help individuals and families (including seniors) transition to the HST: 

• Eligible families - including single parents and senior couples - with adjusted family net incomes $160,000 or 

less will receive three payments totalling $1,000. 

• Eligible individuals with adjusted family net incomes $80,000 or less will receive three payments totalling $300. 

• For families and individuals with higher incomes, each of the three maximum benefit payments will be reduced 

by 5 per cent of income over the thresholds specified above. 

These transition payments will be delivered to eligible Ontario tax filers aged 18 and over or who have a spouse 

or common-law partner or live with their child in June 2010, December 2010 and June 2011. Note "Tax Filers"! 

If you have not filed your 2009 Income Taxes you will not receive these cheques. 

These transition payments will be delivered to eligible Ontario tax filers aged 18 and over in June 2010, 

December 2010 and June 2011. 


by Ian Hawkins

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OFF 

Mount Albert United Church 

41 Alice Street, Mount Albert 

THE FOOD PANTRY 

Lost your job? 

Low on food this week? 

Your budget is stretched? 

We can help! 905-473-2562. 

Open the last Wednesday of every month 

from 2-6 pm, rear entrance of the Church. 

north burger 

20473 Hwy. 48, Mount Albert 

We Specialize in 

Homemade Burgers & Fries 

Onion Rings Gyros 

Fish & Chips Greek Fries 

Chicken Fingers Souvlaki 

Take out orders available 

Medium 

Coffee 

or Free 

905-473-7664 Expiry June 30/10 

The Pet Nanny 

Need pet sitting services? 

Contact Lynda Annall 

t: 905-473-6708 

c: 905-830-2487 

e-mail: lannall@xplornet.com 

To qualify for the two payments scheduled in 2010, a 2009 tax return will have to be filed. A 2010 tax return 

will have to be filed to qualify for the June 2011 payment. 

Low-income support 

• Almost 3 million low-income Ontario families will receive a new, permanent sales tax credit of up to $260 

for each adult and child per year - one of the most generous in Canada. 

• 90,000 Ontario taxpayers with low incomes will pay no Ontario personal income tax thanks to changes 

included in the comprehensive tax package. 

• A new Ontario property tax credit will provide an additional $270 million in property tax relief every year 

to low- to middle- income Ontario homeowners and tenants. 

Just one more reason to file your tax returns on time! As tax filing has become increasingly complex with so 

many new credits and schedules, we strongly recommend that you seek professional help when filing income tax. 

Ian Hawkins owns and operates Mount Albert Tax Company – "the LOW-COST provider of professional tax 

services.." next door to the Post Office in Mount Albert. 


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Do-It-Yourself 

Questions & Answers 

Source: www.readersdigest.ca 

Cleaning Siding 

When I try cleaning the siding on my house, I always end up with ghostlike 

dirty streaks running vertically up the outside wall. What am I doing wrong? 

You are cleaning from the top down! While that appears to be the logical thing 

to do, the soapy dirt that flows down over the still-dirty wall below tends to 

create streaks. Always clean exterior walls from the bottom up. Work on the 

shaded side of the house and move fast enough to keep the whole area you are 

working on completely wet until you have reached the eaves at the top. Dirty 

water flowing over the clean surface below won't have streaks, and keeping 

the wall wet until it is all clean and rinsed keeps any dirt 

from drying on the surface before reaching the ground. 

Concrete Floors 

I plan to install a bathroom and wood flooring in my 

unfinished basement. The concrete floor that is there 

now is very uneven. What should I do to even the 

concrete floor before installing the hardwood floor? 

Shimming up a wooden subfloor can take out some 

valuable headroom. There are two things to consider 

here: the degree of unevenness of the concrete floor and 

the height of the basement itself. If the degree of 

unevenness is 2.5 cm (1 in.) or less, the best solution is 

to use self-leveling concrete. It is much thinner than 

regular concrete and its slippery texture can be easily 

trowelled out to a featheredge, where regular concrete 

has to be spread thick across the entire floor. Selfleveling 

concrete can be applied thickly where 

necessary, but more importantly, a very thin layer will 

hold. This way the entire floor can be coated with new 

concrete without losing too much headroom. Once the 

self-leveling concrete is cured, plywood can be glued 

and/or screwed into the concrete with or without foam 

insulation. Over that you can install hardwood floors, 

vinyl, or carpeting.

Inside & Out CHECK OUT PAGES 30 - 39 

Removing Tiles 

A number of tiles have come loose from the drywall in 

my bathroom. I want to know how to remove the other 

ones that are loose without doing too much damage. 

What is the best method? 

The strength of drywall rests with the paper covering 

either side of the plaster. If the paper is removed from 

the drywall, you cannot 

glue the tiles to the 

surface. Unfortunately, 

when tiles glued to 

drywall are removed, 

often the paper comes 

off with it. Try removing 

the tiles gently and you 

might avoid tearing the 

drywall paper. If you are 

unsuccessful, try the 

following. Once the tiles have been removed, a thin 

layer of plaster can be added to the wall, and the tiles 

can be placed on the plaster. Remember that the 

exposed drywall should be sprayed with water before 

the plaster is applied. If not, the moisture from the wet 

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decorating on a budgetby Anne Wicks 

How often have you looked through a decorating magazine wishing that you could achieve “that” look in your 

home, but it’s not in the budget to buy new furniture or accessories this year? Fear not, achieving a new look 

in your home, be it the living room, dining room, kids room, office or kitchen … you name it, it can be done 

on a budget. 

Creating a new look in the home by using what you already have and re-purposing it in other rooms is the way 

to decorate on a budget. It all comes down to re-thinking the use of rooms and the furniture within them. It’s 

the “3 R’s” of decorating; Re-Use, Re-Purpose & Re-Think (along with reduce and recycle!). 

Instead of replacing pieces of furniture consider repurposing them in another room in the house. An old chest 

of drawers could be used in a home office for storage, in the dining room for linen storage or in the baby’s room 

as a change table. The list of possibilities goes on. Don’t throw that 2-drawer filing cabinet out; it still has good 

use as a bedside table (freshened up with a coat of paint!). 

Kids toys are all over the place? How about changing up the bedrooms? Bunk two children in a larger room 

and use the smaller room as a toy/play room. If the rooms are virtually the same size; then consider giving the 

master bedroom as a room for the children to share, after all – does the master bedroom need to be so big to 

sleep in? 

If you don’t use the formal dining room or breakfast nook; then consider changing it to serve as the home office 

or study. After all, how many times do the kids come home from school and start their homework at the table 

when you’re preparing dinner? 

Once you’ve decided what items of furniture will be re-purposed and which rooms will be changed around, 

then all that’s needed is a new coat of paint and maybe a few new accessories. All on a very manageable budget, 

with nothing more then some sweat equity and time. 

Anne Wicks is a Professional Green Design Consultant and an Interior Re-design Professional. For more 

information on ECO DecoR visit www.annewicks.ca. Anne can be reached at info@annewicks.ca 


WATER-SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR LAWN 

In the summer months, municipal 

water use doubles. This is the 

season when Canadians are 

outdoors watering lawns and 

gardens, filling swimming pools 

and washing cars. 

Summer peak demand places 

stress on municipal water systems 

and increases costs for tax payers 

and water users. As water supplies 

diminish during periods of low 

rainfall, some municipalities must 

declare restrictions on lawn and 

garden watering. By applying 

some handy tips, your lawn and 

garden can cope with drought 

conditions and you can minimize 

water wastage. 

Much of the summer peak 

demand is attributed to lawn and 

garden watering. Often water is 

applied inefficiently, resulting in 

significant wastage due to over 

watering, evaporation or run-off. 

Here are some general watering 

tips to help avoid wastage: 

• Before watering, always take 

into account the amount of water 

Mother Nature has supplied to 

your lawn or garden in the 

receding week. Leave a measuring 

container in the yard to help you 

monitor the amount of rainfall 

(empty it once per week) and 

follow the tips below to help 

determine how much water to add. 

Also bear in mind any watering 

restrictions that may apply in your 

municipality. 

• Water in the early morning, 

before 9 a.m., to reduce 

evaporation and scorching of 

leaves from the sun. Water on 

calm days to prevent wind drift 

and evaporation. 

• Set up your sprinkler or hose to 

avoid watering hard surfaces such 

as driveways 

and patios. If 

you’re 

not careful, 

it’s water and 

money 

down the 

drain. 

• Water 

slowly to 

avoid run-off 

and to ensure 

the soil 

absorbs the 

water. 

• Regularly 

check your hose or 

irrigation equipment for leaks or 

blockages. 

• Collect 

rainwater from 

your 

roof in a rain 

barrel or other 

large container 

and keep it 

covered with an 

insect screen. 

Direct the down 

spout of your 

eavestroughs into 

the rain barrel. 

• Choose an 

efficient 

irrigation 

system. A soaker 

hose placed at 

the base of plants on the ground 

applies water to the soil where it 

is needed—rather than to the 

leaves—and reduces evaporation. 

Drip or trickle 

irrigation systems are highly 

efficient because they deliver 

water slowly 

and directly 

to the roots 

under the soil 

surface. This 

promotes 

deeper roots, 

which 

improve a 

plant’s 

drought 

resiliency. If 

you use a 

sprinkler, 

choose one 

with a timer 

and that sprays close to 

the ground. 

Soaker hose 


garden talk 

A NATURAL DILEMMA 

How many birds have you seen in your garden this spring? It is estimated that in the last 50 years we have lost 

50% of the population of many bird species in North America. Why is this? 

Well, we all know that when Europeans arrived on the eastern seaboard of North America the demise of the 

great eastern forests began. Over the centuries, the whole continent has been affected by clearing the land of 

its native plants to make way for farms, roads, and cities. In Douglas Tallamy’s book “Bringing Nature Home” 

he states that an incredible 95% of the land in the Continental 48 States has been modified for human use. This 

percentage would be the same for the southern part of our eastern provinces. 

Then, we who live in the urban areas, which is now about 80% of the population, have replanted our little plots 

- but often using ornamental plants and trees from non-native sources. There is a problem with this. 

Douglas Tallamy, Professor and Chair of the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University 

of Delaware, has been especially interested in how insects interact with plants, and noticed how non-native 

plants would be untouched by insects, but native plants in the same area would have bits of leaves eaten. It is 

apparent that for the most part, native insects cannot eat non-native plants - they simply do not recognize these 

plants as food. If we have a decrease in insect population we will doubtless have a decrease in bird population. 

This is because 96% of birds of North America rely on insects to feed their young. 

There are, of course, many other reasons why the bird population is decreasing. It is a complex, many faceted 

problem. Two familiar reasons are the loss of habitat, and pesticide and herbicide usage in their winter homes 

down south; also many songbirds fly at night during their migration and many collide with tall buildings, 

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Douglas Tallamy states that with so many problems threatening the birds, we can no longer rely on there being 

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continue into the future. 

So it is up to us in suburbia, to take up the challenge. 

We can do this by each gradually redesigning our outdoor living space to provide both food and shelter for 

wildlife. This does not have to happen overnight. 

The first step is to make the decision to actively seek out native plants when we are looking for a replacement, 

or a new plant. Or if you have a plant such as the butterfly bush – which is not native – add the native butterfly 

weed (Asclepias). You will now be supplying food for the larvae as well as the adult monarch butterfly. Don’t 

let the name ‘weed’ fool you. The butterfly weed is a lovely plant with orange or pink flowers depending on 

the species. 

Adding just one native shrub and perennial a year is a great first step to help the birds around our homes. And 

to help the birds survive better in their winter homes – buy shade grown coffee. 

Books you might be interested in reading (along with 

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Organizing Any Room 

in Five Easy Steps 

Has the clutter really piled up in your living space? Do you have a room that you are ready to reorganize? Use the following 

five-step approach to ensure that you cover all the bases when organizing any room. 

Determine the goal for the room. 

Before you begin sorting through your clutter, take a few moments to articulate the specific goal for the space. This step helps 

you define the desired function of the room and stay on track. For example, “I want a living room with enough seating for 

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Identify the limitations of the room. 

Make sure your goal for the room is 

realistic and takes into 

consideration any features of the 

room that you can’t change, such as 

its size, layout, dual function, and so 

on. For example, you may have your 

sights set on creating a tropical 

island guest suite, but you still have 

to account for the fact that the room 

is also a home office. 

Sort the room into four 

categories: 

STAY: This item is in good shape, is 

used frequently, and will definitely 

stay in the room. 

MOVE: This item doesn’t support 

the goal of the room and needs to be 

moved to the proper room in your 

house. 

SHARE: This item is in good shape 

but hasn’t been used in at least a 

year, is a duplicate, or is cluttering 

up your room. Share it with a friend 

or donate it to charity 

GO: This item is trash, plain and 

simple. 

Build and install your projects. 

Which organization projects will 

help you maximize the function of 

your space? Build one or more, as 

determined by your space. 

Reassemble your room. 

Return all the items to your room 

and add the finishing touches.

PORCHES: finishing touches 

A pleasant ambience. Coordinating your porch furniture and plants will create a more inviting environment. 

Rattan or wicker pieces look best with exotic tropicals like palms, hibiscus, and oleanders; ferns are also a nice 

complement. Sleek contemporary furniture, on the other hand, looks more at home with terra-cotta planters 

filled with brightly colored summer annuals and flowering shrubs. 

Open or enclosed? For an open porch, metal, resin, or tropical-hardwood furniture 

will stand up to the elements better than rattan or wicker. Grow annuals and 

perennials in pots or plant a climber to cover the railings. An enclosed porch is safe 

for painted wood or antique furniture. 

Allow for air. Both you and your plants will be more comfortable if the porch is 

well-ventilated. Make sure a breeze can move through; if not, install an overhead 

paddle fan to keep the air circulating. 

Watering porch plants. If you have many, install a spigot close to the porch to make 

watering easier. Make sure any rugs and mats on the porch are water resistant. 

A vacation for houseplants. Putting houseplants on the porch in summer gives them a break and affords more 

protection than they would have in the yard. Place small plants on shelves and large ones on the floor. Locate 

all where they will get bright and indirect light, but no direct sunlight, from midmorning to late afternoon. 

Overwintering. An enclosed porch is a good place to store tender plants during cold winters. But you'll need 

to use a space heater or move the plants to a warmer location if the temperature dips close to freezing. 


SPRING TIME!! 

Get that deck ready for stain 

Proper preparation of your deck for staining or restaining is key to lower maintenance and will create a beautiful 

look. Since decks are exposed to the extreme weather elements such as direct sun, snow and rain preparation 

is important. 

New or previously stained decks must be cleaned and dry with a moisture level of less than 15%, before applying 

the exterior stain. 

Clean and wash down your deck well, with a pressure washer or a garden hose, remembering not to drive the 

pressure of the water into the wood too close with the spray nozzle, it will take longer for the wood to dry out. 

Dry time may take 2-3 days of dry weather. 

Sanding your deck is another way of preparing the deck for staining. The advantage of sanding is that it is ready 

for staining almost right away and there is no dry time which is often takes a few days. 

Depending on the condition of the deck there are products available to remove, brighten and restore a previously 

stained deck. Also there are cleaners for mould and mildew. All are available at Benjamin Moore. 


Choosing a stain 

Exterior stains are available in 3 finishes, semitransparent, 

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edwood and walnut. Test the colour you have choosen on a spare piece of the actual wood or on an area that 

is inconspicuous on the deck to be sure of the colour. 

Applying Stain 

Step 1– Properly prepare your deck and test your colour. 

Step 2– Stain vertical sections (rails and spindles, etc.) first as not to have spills or drips on finished work. 

Step 3– Next stain the deck surface working 2 to 3 boards at a time, this will prevent lap marks as will trying 

not to stop in the middle of a board to prevent lap marks also. Always wipe excess stain. 

Staining Tips 

• Avoid staining in direct sunlight the stain does not have a chance to penetrate properly 

• If stain puddles, brush stain into wood or wipe the excess off. 

• If you decide to roll or spray your stain, remember to back brush 

• Stain needs to be stirred often during the application time 

• Use thick 4" brush for staining it gives a more even application of stain and cuts down on time 

Annual Maintenance 

In general recoating for transparent and semi-transparent stains should be applied every 1 to 2 years and solid 

finish every 2 to 3 years. 

Keeping an eye on the weather elements and normal use of your deck will help you determine when to recoat. 

Now the work is done sit back and enjoy your deck this summer. 

provided by Janet Wheeler / The Corner Decor and More, Benjamin Moore, Mount Albert

May 2010 - The Bulletin Magazine

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