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SEPTEMBER 2008 ISSUE
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Come Sample our Spectacular Scenery, Stable Tour and Inspired Artistic Talent this Fall!
Spectacular scenery and inspired artistic talent make the Hills of Headwaters a favourite fall destination. Every rural back road, from Creemore to Terra Cotta, is a potential great fall drive and a chance to sample the magnificent landscapes so often transformed on the artist's canvas. Century homes, schoolhouses and historic buildings rejuvenated into studio space offer a glimpse of the region’s proud heritage.
Head to the Hills of Headwaters for the inaugural Headwaters Stable Tour on September 13th & 14th. Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Ontario’s finest equine stables. Just hop in your car, and follow the map to this weekend of FREE fun family entertainment!
Fall in the Hills of Headwaters offers so many delightful ways to experience art first-hand. Beginning with the opening night of professional live theatre at Theatre Orangeville on September 26th and the launch of the Headwaters Arts Festival that same evening, fall in the Hills of Headwaters offers visitors and residents alike a personal journey of creativity. Orangeville Music Theatre and Century Church Theatre band together to present: ‘Nunsense’, September 12 – 28 and the Laura Berry Gallery in picturesque Hockley Village hosts ‘meet the artist’ September 20, 21, 27 & 28.
Sample the wealth of talented artisans at the Hills of Erin Studio Tour and Caledon Hills Studio Adventure, both September 27 & 28. Sign-up the kids for ‘Kidsfest’ and plan for stop over at Downey’s Farm for Pumpkinfest while you’re here. Or step back in time at the Dufferin County Museum and the Traces Exhibit and Festival.
With over 50 arts events scheduled for the region’s signature arts event, the Headwaters Arts Festival, September 26 – October 13, a visit to the Hills of Headwaters this fall may even inspire you to be a little more creative yourself!
For great fall drives and getaways visit greatfalldrives.ca >
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Murder on the Headwaters Express!
A Murder Mystery Dinner Tour aboard the Credit Valley Explorer Tour Train
On October 25th, treat yourself to a truly suspenseful evening aboard Orangeville’s own Credit Valley Explorer Tour Train! Enjoy a four-hour dinner tour through the Hills of Headwaters but be careful, you never know who might be lurking in the seat behind you!
Where will the murder take place? Will the train be stopped while crossing the harrowing trestle at the Forks of the Credit in order to remove a body from the track? And who dunnit? Guests will be participants in the unraveling of the Murder on the Headwaters Express from the moment they board the train until the intriguing conclusion.
Hosted by the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association, the event includes a four-hour scenic tour aboard the Credit Valley Explorer, a three-course dinner, cash bar, and a lethal dose of suspense and intrigue.
Murder on the Headwaters Express
Saturday, October 25
Time: 5:00 pm
Tickets: $99/person
Dress Code (optional): Roaring twenties
Reservations can be made online or by contacting the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association at 1-800-332-9744.
Book your tickets now at creditvalleyexplorer.com/headwaters >
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The Historic Alton Mill Grand Opening
Saturday September 27th ~10 am to 5 pm
Open House and Open Studios
Opening ceremonies starting at 5pm
This is a special event marking the occasion of the completion of renovations. See the awe inspiring circa 1881 mill in its restored glory.
Historic Alton Mill,
1402 Queen St.,
Alton, Ontario
For leasing information contact Headwaters Arts at 1-877-262-0545 /519-943-1149 or visit www.altonmill.ca
Also, don't miss two special arts events in conjunction with the Alton Mill Grand Opening.
"Mini Masterpieces" Art Show and Sale
For $75 (taxes included) you can own an original work of art from our local artists and celebrities. All proceeds to support improvements to the Headwaters Arts' Alton Mill Gallery. Buy a "mini masterpiece" for yourself or a friend and help support a volunteer-run gallery for our local artists. Opens Sept. 27th and runs through Oct. 5th.
Admission: Free.
A Night of Music at the Alton Mill
Presenting some of Headwaters' finest singers/songwriters in concert: Laura Bird, David Joseph and Justin McDonald.
8pm - 11pm
Admission: $15
Tickets available at Broadway Music in Orangeville or at the Door
Visit us on the web at altonmill.ca >
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Back to school – and away from home!
FROM THE KITCHEN TO THE TABLE,
the region’s premier kitchen and tableware store!
As the calendar page turns to September, it means the start of school and the end of casual summer routines. This month we feature some Kitchen Toys that might be helpful for those students living away from home for the first time, and our Product of the Month, the Keurig One-Cup Brewer, is the perfect item for the college dorm room.
Subscribe to Secrets from our Kitchen for your free monthly issue full of easy recipes and healthy eating tips to suit busy student schedules, as well as culinary tips and trends, and upcoming events and demonstrations, delivered right to your inbox.
We’re also pleased to announce that in preparation for the upcoming holiday season, we will be offering a limited number of our most popular items on sale online through our website, to help make your holiday shopping easier.
Celebrating 10 years on Broadway — From the Kitchen to the Table - 125 Broadway in the heart of historic Downtown Orangeville.
Call 519-942-5908 or visit kitchentotable.com >
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CALEDON COUNTRY CLUB – more than just great golf!
17th & 18th redesigns a smashing success!
To celebrate, we invite you to purchase a Replay Round on the same day you play your original round and you’ll get your Replay for only $60.
Banquets, meetings, tournaments & more…
Consider Caledon CC for your next off-site business meeting, banquet, holiday party or wedding. We’ll customize your event to make it perfect! Book your date now!
Pro Shop Savings
- Bring in your old glove & receive $3 off a new one!
- Spend $80 or more on Pro Shop merchandise and receive a FREE fleece sweatshirt ($50 value), while supplies last.
- Final Sale table - - savings of up to 70%.
- All ladies apparel -- 40% off.
- All in-stock shoes -- 40% off.
- Purchase a men’s top or bottom and receive a FREE sleeve of balls or a FREE glove.
September golf tip – achieving perfect pitch !
Golf etiquette – pitch marks
Golf dictionary – cuppy
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter for golf tips from the Pro, upcoming events, promotions, clinics & Pro Shop features.
Call (905) 838-0200 or visit golfcaledon.com >
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DISCOVER BROADWAY this Autumn!
Fall is in the air on Broadway and there’s an excitement in the streets as everyone settles into fall routines.
Shopkeepers have cleared out their summer merchandise and have stocked their shelves with the latest in fall fashion, décor, gifts and collectibles; restaurants have updated their menus to showcase the bounty of the season; sounds of live music and theatre can be heard from Orangeville’s historic Opera House; and preparations are well underway for the annual Headwaters Arts Festival, a celebration of the very best creative talent this province has to offer.
Be sure to mark your calendars for Downtown Orangeville’s annual Halloween Harvest Celebration that takes place on Saturday, October 25th from 12 to 4pm. Visitors will be invited to celebrate the bounty of the season with activities for young and old alike. Join us for pony rides, down home music and dancing, pumpkin carvings, children’s activities and so much more.
To keep up-to-date on all the happenings in Downtown Orangeville, sign up for our monthly electronic newsletter.
Visit discoverbroadway.ca >
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‘Mum’s the Word’ at the Dufferin Garden Centre!
These warm days and cooler nights make conditions just right for fall planting! Our shipment of Fall Bulbs have arrived with beautiful colours of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths as well as allium and fritillaria. Fall is a great time to topdress and seed your lawn…we’ve got what you need. Our Urn Workshops can help you start decorating for Fall!
Dufferin Garden Centre is celebrating this wonderful season with a Family Fun Fall Festival on September 27, 2008. Come one, come all for the opening of the first ever AMAZING CORN MAZE! Join us for a ‘walk in the stalks’, BBQ, fun fall crafts and lots of in-store specials!
Subscribe to ‘Garden Matters’. Our E-Newsletters provide seasonal information and ideas to help you get the most out of your garden this fall.
Come and visit the Colours of Fall at 250 C Line, Orangeville.
Call 519-941-5081 or visit dufferingarden.ca >
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Headwaters Arts Festival
Sept 26 to Oct 13, 2008
The Headwaters Arts Festival is the annual, 17-day artistic extravaganza that celebrates the very best creative talent this province has to offer. Come out for an hour, a day or a weekend. You’ll find open studios, gallery shows, theatre performances, tours, concerts, community events and art workshops for the kids. You won’t be disappointed. We promise.
Festival Favourites
- Festival Launch Party & Art Show Preview
Fri Sept 26, 5:30pm
Tickets: $50
Featuring: Stand-up gourmet dinner with beer and wine; A special tribute honouring Ken Danby; 2008 Student Art Show winners; Award presentations including the first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award to Paul Burdette presented by long-time friend, Robert Bateman
- Festival Art Show & Sale
Sat/Sun Sept 27-28, Oct 4-5, 11am-5pm FREE admission
- 4th Annual Armchairs, Authors & Art
Fri Oct 3, 6:30-10pm Tickets: $25
Featuring: Joseph Boyden, Drew Hayden Taylor and Terry Fallis. Refreshments Served.
Call 519-943-1149 or visit headwatersartsfestival.com >
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Caledon Hills Studio Adventure
In the Hills of Caledon, Ontario, September 27-28, 2008, 10:00am-5:00pm
Ten local artists and their guest artists in six studios open their doors on this self – guided tour. The Artists will be on site in their studios to discuss their work, which will be available for sale. In addition, each Artist will direct you to their “Artist’s Pick” – a favourite local attraction, which will enhance your visit to the area!
See a very diversified selection of works of art including: acrylic and oil paintings, photography, textiles, glass, turned wood vessels, jewellery, carved walking sticks, pottery and indoor and garden stone sculpture.
Use the tour map provided on the web site to help chart your day; explore the Artists’ Studios, stop for a relaxing lunch at a country restaurant; see the sites scattered throughout the Hills.
Plan your Adventure at caledonhillsstudioadventure.com >
or call Merle Harstone at 519 927 5894 or Marty Rothstein at 647 241 2591. |
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Headwaters Stable Tour, September 13/14, 10am-4pm, Free Admission
Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Ontario’s finest equine stables.
Learn more at horsesinthehills.ca >
Great Fall Drives
Steps outside Toronto’s back door any route will deliver an impressive show.
Learn more at greatdrives.ca >
Golf in the Hills
The Niagara Escarpment’s undulating terrain creates challenges for all golfers.
Learn more at golfinthehills.ca >
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