This month, the Stouffville Horticultural Society celebrates its 85th anniversary.
The organization was established on April 11, 1924 and has been active ever since, with the exception of a couple of years during World War II.
Archive for April 2009
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A growing concern
Vintage Whine
Bowled over
by Kate Gilderdale
Last month Mr. Wallethead and I celebrated our umpteenth wedding anniversary.
This one was a biggie, and although the date generally passes by unremarked by either of us, this year our children were determined we should celebrate, so they invited us to join them and their partners for a special dinner at […]
The University Chronicles
Already homesick
by Alice Donoghue
Coming in one evening from horseback riding, my mother and I were arguing about something I don’t even remember. Defending my point, whatever it may have been, was taking all of my concentration when my mother interjected to say, “Oh, I forgot to tell you. Glendon called. You’ve been accepted.”
Taking Care of Business
There’s no place like home. by Bruce Stapley
That was the sentiment expressed by Ainsley Tucker upon returning to her hometown of Stouffville, and the family business, after a decade of global roaming.
A grand idea
The children of Whitchurch-Stouffville are challenged to take part in the purchase of a grand piano for 19 on the Park.
On The Run
by Robin Steckley
For many runners and walkers in our area, Markham Stouffville Hospital’s Legacy 5K Run/Walk on April 26 is a sign that spring is here.
Reconnecting children to nature
by Jill McWhinnie
Visitors to the Bienenstock Natural Playground at Canada Blooms may have wondered who was the man being buried up to his neck in sand by a group of enthusiastic children. It was Adam Bienenstock, whose company’s exhibit was a highlight of Canada’s largest flower and garden festival.
Rallying around a good cause
The Cross Country Ramble Scramble Car Rally for Dimes is an innovative fundraiser with the emphasis on fun.
Books, Bargains and Benefits
by Carolyn Nordheimer James
In the 2001 movie Serendipity Kate Beckinsale writes her name and phone number in a book, then sells it to a used book store hoping that her love interest, John Cusack, will buy it and prove their love was meant to be.
The gift of cancer
To the Editor:
Life with cancer teaches many lessons. While I’m speaking for myself, I do believe that for most people, the trials and tribulations we go through on our journey are lessons we benefit from.
ESL program welcomes new Canadians
To the Editor:
Stouffville, sometimes called a hidden treasure in the past, seems to be no longer hiding from the world in view of so many newcomers coming to reside here, many from places outside of Canada.
Letter from Abu Dhabi
Car wars
by Pam Mandich
I do not drive in Abu Dhabi. I prefer to sit in the back of a cab totally oblivious to the chaos; actually total anarchy is probably a better description. And if I am going to have an accident I would rather not see it coming.
April at Latcham Gallery
by Maura Broadhurst
What better way to celebrate spring than to visit the Latcham Gallery for What does a work of art sound like? an afternoon of art and music on April 4, starting at 2 p.m.
Stouffville Native wins CBC Literary Award
In March, former Stouffville resident Jim Johnstone was awarded second prize in the 2008 CBC Literary Awards for poetry.
Cirque pour Enfants to benefit JACC
The Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s Charity (JACC) is holding its 18th annual auction and dinner on Friday May 1 at the Hilton Suites in Markham. Guests will enjoy a circus-themed event while raising much-needed funds for children with serious illnesses across the province.
Over the years, JACC has raised more than two million dollars, thanks to the […]
Previous Stories
- A growing concern
- Vintage Whine
- The University Chronicles
- Taking Care of Business
- A grand idea
- On The Run
- Reconnecting children to nature
- Rallying around a good cause
- Books, Bargains and Benefits
- The gift of cancer
- ESL program welcomes new Canadians
- Letter from Abu Dhabi
- April at Latcham Gallery
- Stouffville Native wins CBC Literary Award
- Celebrating Doctor Don
- Deejay for a Day
- Give the gift of sight for Easter
- Stage struck in Stouffville
- Miracles for Life
- April is Poetry Month
- Of squawking, squirrels and Sparky
