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LOCAL NEWS 613-447-1631R0012105070_0606R0011955785_0307R0012144754_0606THE EMC - SF7 - Thursday, June 6, 2013Connected to your communitySmiths Falls opens its doors to public for weekend eventThis is the fi nal in a series of profi leson Doors Open Smiths Falls 2013 sitesthat have been published in the EMCleading up to the June 9 event.The Station TheatreThe Station Theatre opened its doorsApril 2010 after 10 years of dedicationfrom volunteers from the communitywho contributed countless hours ofmeetings, contracting and fundraisingactivities. Also, a good deal of the constructionwork was completed by thesevolunteers who used a wide variety ofprevious work and life experience tocontribute to the theatre’s development.Housed in the former CPR stationbuilt in 1887, the location was already animportant part of the history of the Townof Smiths Falls. At one time, SmithsFalls was a major railway hub betweenMontreal and Toronto. Many citizens ofSmiths Falls can claim to have relativeswho were employed by the CPR.The story of the amazing transformationof the railway station at 53 VictoriaAve. into the Station Theatre beganin 1999 when the CPR indicated to thetown that the deteriorating buildingwould be demolished and replaced witha smaller structure for VIA passengers.The local theatre group stepped forwardwith an inventive plan to renovate thebuilding and create a 140-seat theatre.Through the generous donations of localresidents, as well as major financialcontributions from the Town of SmithsFalls, the province of Ontario and corporatesponsors, the building was transformedinto a beautiful performancespace, which incorporates the history ofthe railway and the excitement of a theatricalvenue.As soon as you enter the lobby youwill be awestruck not only by its transformationfrom a railway station, but theuniqueness of the architectural design,which itself is akin to a performancespace that is the envy of small communitiesacross the province. Many whovisit comment saying, “you could puton a play right here in the lobby”. Totruly appreciate what the Station Theatrehas to offer, both architecturally andin terms of performance space, one mustsee it. Since opening, the theatre hashoused a wide variety of performances,as well as non-theatre uses such as corporateevents as it is now fully equippedwith WIFI, a projector and large screen.It has even hosted weddings.Along with viewing the amazingstructural changes that have taken placeNo self-risingflour inthe house?Make yourown by adding1-1/2 teaspoonsof bakingpowder and 1/2teaspoon ofsalt toevery cup ofregular flour.When using thissubstitute, omitthe saltand bakingpowder calledfor in the recipe.in this 125-year-old building, those whopass through the doors of the StationTheatre on June 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.will be able to take in some amazing entertainment,in addition to seeing howthe “inside” of a theatre works. Not onlywill you get a tour of the theatre and its“secrets”; you will have an opportunityto talk to various actors and productionpeople about “stage craft”!The schedule of entertainment forthat afternoon will be as follows:• 1 p.m. – Special presentation byresidents of the Mills Community SupportCorporation;• 2 p.m. – Music by students at SmithsFalls District Collegiate Institute;• 3 p.m. – Preview of Smiths FallsCommunity Theatre’s summer musical,Pollyanna.“The Station Theatre is proud toparticipate in the Doors Open eventas it is a living example of this year’stheme of Cultural Expressions, whichis to recognize the relationship betweenheritage and the arts,” Lynda Daniluk,Doors Open Coordinator for the StationTheatre, notes. “A visit to this buildingwill showcase what can happen whena group of civic and culturally mindedcitizens come together with a vision topreserve history while contributing tothe present.”Rideau Winery and Art JourneyLocated at 22 Russell St. East, TheRideau Winery is housed in one of theoldest buildings in downtown SmithsFalls.Built in 1887, the brick structure locatednext door to the original SmithsFalls Post Office was first owned by J.L.Smith who operated a successful floristshop. Current owners John and MariaMaloney are uncorking their own historywith their quaint vint-on-premiseswine establishment.John and Maria are excited to be partof Doors Open Smiths Falls for anotheryear.“It is a good venue as there are a lotof people from outside the area who willsee the beauty of our town,” they state.As an added feature to this year’sDoors Open event, on June 8 and 9,16 artists/artisans of Smiths Falls whoare part of the Art Journey Studio Tourgroup have teamed up with the OntarioHeritage Trust, Doors Open and the organizersof the Russell Street Village topresent a weekend gallery of fine art andcraft at 18 Russell St. East. The RussellSt. Village will also be promoting artistson the street from the Rideau Winery toPhoto submitted by MICHELE BAITLEYAs was the case in 2012, those who pass through the doors of the StationTheatre on June 9 will be able to take in some amazing entertainment.Davidson Courtyard. They will be paintingin the streets and shops. There willeven be a few buskers and entertainersto help visitors enjoy the experience.Whether you are partaking in theDoors Open event and travelling fromone incredible site to the next or justwant to pamper your eyes and enjoy thewonderful display of carvings, artisticfurniture, paintings, mixed media artworkand wood turnings, please stop byon Russell Street.This weekend event is a preludeto the full Art Journey Studio Tour onJune 14 and 15 when 16 artists/artisanswill display their work at nine studiosthroughout Smiths Falls.“As Chairman of the Smiths Falls2013 Art Journey Studio Tour Team, Iwould like to express how excited andeager myself and the team are to beparticipating in this year’s Doors OpenPhoto by ROGER SANDSThe inside of Station Theatre is asight to see.Smiths Falls,” says Don Crowder. “Especiallywhen this year’s theme is CulturalExpressions and what expressesthe culture of the area more than thetalent and skillful presentation of someof Smiths Falls finest artists/artisans andfine craftsmen.”For more information on DoorsOpen Smiths Falls 2013, visit the DoorsOpen Ontario website at http://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/Events/Smiths-Falls.aspx, or call Clifford-Ward at613-283-4124, ext. 1150.Article submitted by Doors OpenSmiths Falls 2013 Organizing Committee.Public Vehicle/Equipment AuctionSATURDAY, JUNE 15, 20139:00 amCivic #2250, County Road 31, Winchester, ON613-774-7000 or 1-800-567-1797Primary list at: www.rideauauctions.comCars: 10 Impala, 68 kms; 10 Cr Vic, 69 kms; 08 Corolla, 63 kms; 08 Caliber, 102 kms;08 Taurus, 152kms; 07 Optima, 79 kms; 07 Charger, 237 kms; (2)06 Impala, 112-308 kms; 06 Sebring, 142 kms; 05Cobalt, 104 kms; 05 Ion, 200 kms; 05 Pursuit, 246 kms; 05 Civic, 158 kms; 05 500, 80 kms; 04 Civic,147 kms; 04 300M, 80kms; 04 3, 103 kms; 04 Intrepid, 171 kms; 04 Neon, 175 kms; 04 Sebring, 72kms; 04 Lancer, 188 kms; 04 Monte Carlo, 281 kms; (2)04 Accent, 152-174 kms; 04 Amanti, 188 kms;03 Focus, 87 kms; (3)03 Accent, 112-234 kms; (2)03 Taurus, 186-232 kms; 03 3 series, 228 kms; 03PT Cruiser, 107 kms; 03 Gr Am, 254 kms; 02 G20, 172 kms; 02 Intrigue, 93 kms; 02 Rio, 106 kms; 02300M, 242 kms; 02 X5, 275 kms; 02 Passat, 217 kms; 01 Echo, 336 kms; 01 PT Cruiser, 124 kms; 01Maxima, 130 kms; 01 Regal, 147 kms; 01 Rio, 173 kms; 00 Beetle, 161 kms; 00 Intrepid, 171 kms;00 Alero, 209 kms; 99 Corolla, 178 kms; 99 Alero, 162 kms; 96 3 Series, 227 kms; 94 Camaro, 124kms SUVs: 07 Expedition, 262 kms; 06 Torrent, 144 kms; 06 Escape, 221 kms; 05 Trailblazer, 171kms; 04 Escape, 232 kms; 03 Excursion, 173 kms; 02 Avalanche, 251 kms; 96 Cherokee, 165 kms;05 Expedition, 245 kms Vans: (2)06 Caravan, 105-178 kms; 05 Express, 442 kms; 05 Montana, 231kms; (2)05 Caravan, 129-190 kms; 04 Caravan, 319 kms; 04 Freestar, 185 kms; 03 Caravan, 201kms; (2)02 Caravan, 230-233 kms; 02 MPV, 219 kms; (2)01 Caravan, 254 kms-272; 01 Windstar,144 kms; 01 T&C, 238 kms; (2)01 MPV, 126-162 kms; 00 Caravan, 82 kms; 97 Voyager, 209 kmsLight Trucks: (2)10 F150, 173-178 kms; 09 F350, 161 kms; 06 Silverado, 255 kms; 06 F150, 199kms; 04 F250, 227 kms; 03 S10, 216 kms; 03 Silverado, 168 kms; 03 F150, 152 kms; 02 Sonoma,143 kms; 00 Ram, 211 kms; 00 Dakota, 212 kms; 99 F150, 219 kms; 93 K1500, 182 kms HeavyEquipment/Trucks: 07 F750 dump, 88 kms; 00 F550 Boom, 315 kms; Paver 550P; Terex TX760BTrailers: 13 utility Emergency Vehicles: 06 E450 ambulance, 175 kms; 07 E450 ambulance, 176kms Recreation: Golf Carts; 06 Keystone Everest trailer; 07 Crossroads Zinger trailer; 06 JaycoEagle trailer; 07 Adventure Riverside trailer Misc: small tools; finish mowers; Graco Mac Painter;Portable paint machine; Thompson steamers; 6’ blades; box blades; bale spears; Wacker roller; Torolawnmower; Mott hammer knife mower; CubCadet Lawmowers; rotary mowers; pressure washers;root rakesNO CHILDREN ALLOWEDList is subject to change. 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