Book Launch - A Slice of Happy

Book Launch Party on Thursday October 2nd, 2014 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm at ASHANTI CAFE Collingwood to celebrate the release of Author Heather Korol's new book A Slice of Happy.  Signed copies will be available for purchase. This will be a red carpet event, so bring your glitter and your gold (card).
Author Heather Korol, a wife and working mom-of three believes that our happiness is masked by the struggle to balance the competing forces in our lives. The more she examined who had the whole pie, the more she recognized that no one had all of the slices at once. Her journey from "motivational know-it-all" to "holy crap, I can't do-it-all" is told in an honest humorous style that will make you feel like you're hanging out in your kitchen with your best friend while you lament unloading the dishwasher for the millionth time.

Come and celebrate with us at Ashanti Cafe Collingwood  I'm offering free coffee, pie and a glass of champagne for all my guests! Signed copies will be available for purchase. This will be a red carpet event, so bring your glitter and your gold (card).
Heather's story will help women in their quest to find perspective, pick a slice, and enjoy a bit more happiness along the way.  RSVP to heather@heatherkorol.com
 
"This is not a book with a secret answer or plan that will transform your life from misery to magical existence. A Slice of Happy reminds women that they are not alone, they won't be tired forever and that there is hope. The book will inspire you to grab a coffee or a glass of wine and find, your own "Slice of Happy" -Tina Comi, Author of: Till Dance Do Us Part.

Centurion is this weekend!

Centurion Cycling is in its fifth year and continues to evolve with the addition of The Subaru Endurance Games. To evolve the world endurance sports and being active in Canada, national competition of endurance sport, from grassroots to high-performance levels, [Subaru Centurion Cycling Canada] is hosting it’s first ever Endurance Games an event made for TV as a part of Centurion Blue Mountain September 12th-14th 2014 “Sport can be a powerful and positive influence in our communities,” says Graham Fraser, President and CEO of Centurion Cycling and Endurance Games Canada. The voice of endurance sports in North America. The Subaru eGames is a great opportunity for families and kids of all ages to celebrate their favourite sport or try their hand at something new – it’s all part of finding fun, easy ways to live a healthier, more active lifestyle.” 

“The Subaru eGames & Centurion Cycling, September 12th-14th 2014, demonstrates that sport has the power to build community, fortify national spirit and promote healthy, active living. This event is made for the spectators in mind! A fun weekend for the whole family, something for everyone” Louise Jackson, Of Centurion Cycling and CEO of Move Canada. 

The official kick off is Friday September 12th with the King of the Mountain Hill Climb up Scenic caves. Visit the Subaru tent in the events plaza to meet Simon Whitfield and get your noise maker. Then head up the hill to cheer these amazing athletes on. 

Saturday September 13th is an action packed day starting off with C25 mile road race, kids bike ride and then the action packed excitement of the Subaru eGames in the heart of Blue Mountain Village. Including top prospects in triathlon and cycling competing to be crowned the overall eGames champion. A silent auction and guest speakers will take place from 2:45pm -3:15pm at the village awards stage. David Peterson Chair of the Pan Am games will be speaking as well as four time Olympian Simon Whitfield. Kids run with Simon will take place at 3:30pm The proceeds raised during the silent auction and kids events will go to the Move Canada Foundation and help fund up and coming Canadian athletes. 

Sunday September 14th - The big road race day for Centurion Cycling. The C50 and C100 mile road race take place. Who will be crowned the over Centurion winner for the 2014 season. These participants take on this challenging course throughout Grey County and smile when they cross the finish. These rides are a true test of what you can accomplish. You can cheers these riders along on the Apple Pie trail as they ride by. A beautiful ride through the rolling hills and a fun day surround by an amazing group of people.

We’re fortunate to have some of Canada’s finest and most scenic cycling routes surrounding Blue Mountain, for every level of rider. Centurion Canada is an excellent opportunity for families of all ages to experience a cycling event at any level with several distance options. This is our 5th year partnering with the Town of The Blue Mountains to host the event and each year it gets more and more exciting! - Blue Mountain Village 

New Foals at Mountain View Stables

 
Congratulations to Mountain View Stables on the arrival of two new foals at the stables. Mountain View stables is located at the corners of Osler Bluff Road (Grey Road 21) and Monterra. 

Apple Pie Trail Blog Trail Stop #11

Currie's Farm Market, Collingwood

At the corner of 6th Street and the 10th Line in Collingwood right across from the Georgian Meadows subdivision, you’ll find Currie’s Farm Market, a charming and authentic family run farm market that has been in operation since 1957. Candice and Chris Currie are the third generation of Curries to operate the market and much of the produce offered comes right from the adjacent Currie Farm, the last working farm in Collingwood.

They’ve created the most delicious Apple Caramel Muffin just for the Apple Pie Trail and I can tell you first hand that it’s a fantastic way to start your morning because the muffins are baked fresh daily and perfect with an aromatic cup of Kicking Horse Coffee fresh brewed.

With a focus on offering as many non GMO culinary options as possible and firm beliefs in sustainability, the Curries are very keen on supporting other local farmers and suppliers through their farm market. You’ll find products from Meredith’s Ginger Syrup, The New Farm in Creemore, milk from Miller’s Dairy in Creemore, meat products and frozen entrees from Blue Ridge Meets in Collingwood, delicious pies from The Blackbird Pie Company in Heathcote and cheeses from Dags and Willow in Collingwood - and that’s just a start.

The market is open seven days a week from Victoria Day right through to Christmas and is an excellent place to source that all important very tasty Thanksgiving bird or the family Christmas tree. Getting a Christmas tree from the Curries is an experience in itself…you’ll likely find Chris Currie outside in the tree lot beside the market bundled up beside the fire waiting to shake your hand, give warm greetings and even offer you a cup of warm, locally produced Blue Mountains Cider – a bonus as you take home the most fragrant trees ever to grace your home for the holidays.

 

New things in the area

With no shortage of events and activities available this summer in the area it's a great opportunity to check out new stuff so we've highlighted some of the new businesses and things to do (yes shopping is an activity) that have opened in the area recently.

Check out the Apex Bag Jump at Blue Mountain and test your limits as you free fall from heights of up to 21 feet. Start small, and work your way up to the highest platform where you'll leap onto the air bag waiting below. With four platforms of increasing height, every jumper will have the chance to challenge themselves.

The Paint Bar located at 167 Hurontario Street in Downtown Collingwood is a great place to spend some creative time with the kids.

Coriander, a beautiful clothing, home and gift boutique has opened at 83 Hurontario Street and they've got some great stuff in the store.

Echo Trends has opened a gorgeous new store at 38 Pine Street in Downtown Collingwood earlier this summer.

The Collingwood Bread Company is now open in Cranberry Mews!  Fresh handmade organic bread baked fresh daily.  Pop in and see Glenn and wish him well with his new business and while you're at it pick up a loaf of bread or two.

Jasper Life opened a couple of months ago in the Balsam Street Plaza - check them out for indoor/outdoor furniture and home decor items.

Northwinds Brew Pub is scheduled to open soon and you can keep track of their progress through Facebook or check out their website.  

The Collingwood Brewery also opened recently and is open for tours, plus they've got some great pint glasses for sale. Stop by, take a brewery tour, taste test and take home some Downhill Pale Ale.

Giffen's Country Market once again has a satellite store just south of Poplar Side Road on County Road 124 (which is what Hurontario Street turns into). Their main operation is in Glen Huron so it's a great treat that Giffen's famous butter tarts are available just around the corner.

New in Thornbury for ladies fashions and home decor you might what to check out Nantucket & Co.  located at 51 Bruce Street S. Tel:  519.599.5050. Also on the home decor side is Ashbury Cabin located at 21 Bruce Street S. Tel:  519.373.9628. 

Speaking of new - have you checked out the Collingwood Buy Sell Facebook page?  Great way to save money, be sustainable, recycle, get rid of stuff you don't want and so on - check it out. It's a closed group to you have to ask to be added. You can pick up some incredible deals and new stuff is posted daily.

As always check out our Events Calendar and Activities Calendar for options on how to spend your time or keep the little people in your life a little unplugged and away from the TV.

Shortest Blog Ever from Julie

My back is out...it's killing me.  I love my chiropractor who is helping me.  If you're back doesn't hurt be happy!

Julie - out!

Summer of Love - Theatre Collingwood

Theatre Collingwood is delighted to present the production of "Summer of Love" - July 15-19, 2014 at The Historic Gayety Theatre. This production is sponsored by Royal LePage Trinity Realty. This show is presented by Theatre Collingwood and comes to us from the very talented folks at C2 Entertainment. 

"Memories of the Summer of Love" takes us back to a time of PEACE, LOVE, and good vibrations. The show begins with the music of the early 60's and showcases groups like The Beach Boys, Gerry & The Pacemakers, and The Monkees. Stories are told about the time period and the innocence of the time. We then move to the mid 60's and civil rights, and the struggle of teens to be recognized in a mostly conservative time. With music from Peter, Paul and Mary, and Joni Mitchell the focus is on the folk movement and the part it played. The first act closes with songs from Buffalo Springfield and Bob Dylan, which reflect the Vietnam experience and the call for the end to the war in Southeast Asia.

Act two opens with the number one song of 1967 by The Doors, although they never performed at the Monterrey Pop Festival, their anthem "Light My Fire" haled the birth of the summer of love. The show continues with a recreation of some of the most memorable performances from the Monterrey Pop Festival including Janis Joplin, The Association, and Laura Nero. As the act continues we hear more about the time and reflect more on the day to day life of a teen in 1967. Next we look at the influence that Simon and Garfunkel made and the songs that spoke to a generation. Finally we end with the music of The Mamas and the Papas and Scott McKenzie. Their songs where the corner stone's of the hippy movement and the song "San Francisco" was truly the anthem for the summer of love. 

The intention is for our audience to relive the music and emotion of the 60's and hopefully rekindles the spirit of the Summer of Love, and the need for social change, even in our time.

There are two things that really excite me about this show, said Executive Director Erica Angus, the first is that this music is universally loved and appreciated by all ages. I know I will enjoy the show and so will my kids. Secondly, this cast is incredibly talented and we are so lucky to have such fine professionals coming to Collingwood!

"The summer of love was actually 1967 with the Monterrey Pop Festival. This show tells that story. We are happy to once again offer $5 tickets to this production for high school students who want to come learn about this pivotal time in music history!" said Harold Bickerstaff, Theatre Collingwood Chair. 

Tickets can be purchased in person at the Theatre Collingwood year-round Box Office located at 65 Simcoe Street or by calling 705-445-2200 or 1-866-382-2200, or for more information visit Theatre Collingwood website.

Summer of Love - ticket prices:
Orchestra Seating $40
Group Seating $35 (groups of more than 10 people)
All ticket prices include HST
For tickets call our box office: 705-445-2200
Contact
Deb Piggott at 705-445-2200.