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Volume 25, Issue 10
th Anniversary Year
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Contents
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Around Town
News and Local Events
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Around the Briars
Briar Hill and Green Briar Community Centre
Calendars and News
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Editor's Desk
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Keeping in Touch
14Lifestyle
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Condo Corner
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20Marketplace
Classified & Bargain Market ads
14Sudoku
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My email Inbox is proof
that 2015 will be a
great year!
… if only it were that simple. Anyway, I
choose to be an optimist and I do believe 2015
is going to be a good year.
My husband, Ron, and I took a two-week
vacation together in St. Martin in January.
It was a quiet and relaxing vacation; just
what we planned and needed. We take our
vacations in January, because it is usually
quiet at this of year. On my first day back at
work, however, I discovered I had received
far more email and voicemail messages in
January than I ever have before. Not a bad
thing … it actually made me feel rather
optimistic.
In my observation, it is obvious that the
volunteers at the community centres are
working hard to plan events, etc., for the
months ahead. And, it appears that people
are planning earlier this year, both on a
personal level and for business. I expect
all that planning will help to make 2015 a
good year and with this magazine's 25th
Anniversary coming up in May, it is going to
fun publishing for you. 
Marie Fischer
705-434-4569
[email protected]
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Around Town
Councillor's Report
Fran Sainsbury
My last report in the Briar Crier was in the July
edition. Due to the election rules, I had to cease
writing to you and work hard to win my seat on
Council as your representative in Ward 4. I have
a strong mandate from you to continue to take
care of your interests on Town Council.
I want to take this opportunity to thank my
family, friends, neighbours and all of my terrific
volunteer workers who worked along with me
to make my campaign so successful. I had the
highest vote count of all the 8 Wards in New
Tecumseth. Thank you Ward 4 voters. It is great
to see our neighbours at “Treetops” getting
involved in many community events.
Many meetings will have been held with my
new colleagues when you are reading this
article. The new Town committees for 2014-2018
will be established and the budget will be almost
finalized for this year. It is our goal to try and
have lower tax increases and to try and curb
long-term debt. The commitments on the books
must be honoured and will be debentured.
Some very large capital projects are planned
such as the Adjala-Tosorontio Townline road
improvements, Alliston Waste Water Treatment
Plant, Dufferin Street culvert, 54+ addition at
the Recreation Complex, Mill Street Pumping
Station/Well (Tottenham), fleet and equipment
replacement,
Fire Station #3 expansion (Tottenham), Fire
Station #4 (Alliston), Finance Software Operating
System, as was well as our 2015 operating costs.
We pay the OPP, NVCA and collect money for
the two school boards as well as the County of
Simcoe.
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The trail has many issues to be resolved.
Park development is coming to Treetops and
eventually (sometime in the next 18 months),
the realignment of the 10th Sideroad and
Highway 89 with the 6th of Essa and then stop
lights when warrants are met and the Ministry
of Transportation requests they be installed in
co-operation with the Town and the Developer.
Many other improvements throughout the Town
will also be evident but are not mentioned in this
article.
After we pass the budget, you will find more
news on the Town website (newtecumseth.ca).
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I am sure we cannot wait until winter is over, the
snowbirds return and the golf season begins.
In the meantime, “Happy Valentine’s Day” to
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The three New Tecumseth PROBUS
Clubs will be joining with the other 235
Canadian clubs to mark PROBUS Month,
in March of this year. PROBUS Canada
has over 32,000 members and continues
to grow since its establishment in 1987
in Galt, Ontario. Originally initiated
by Rotary International to keep retired
Rotarians active, it has become a very
dynamic and sociable organization.
Our purpose is to provide retired and
semi-retired local residents with a venue
for social interaction and personal
development. Club membership is
usually capped to ensure an intimate and
friendly atmosphere. Although each of
the three local clubs has the same overall
purpose they have their own unique
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March 2015 is PROBUS month
The PROBUS Club of Alliston recently
celebrated it’s 25th anniversary. It has 110
members - local men and women who enjoy the
relaxed, sociable atmosphere and presentations
by charismatic and thought-provoking
guest speakers. Topics of local, national and
international importance are featured, sparking
stimulating discussions. The club also organizes
special events such as an annual B-B-Q,
Christmas party, theatre and travel outings
throughout Ontario, as well as low-impact
fitness activities. The club meets on the second
Tuesday of each month at the Nottawasaga Inn.
Please contact Joan Jackson at 705 435 9133 for
more information.
The PROBUS Club of South Simcoe was
established in January of 2009. It began with 36
Charter members and has grown to 62 active
men and women members from our area.
Interesting speakers at meetings and monthly
social events are the main focuses of the Club.
There are several special interest groups:
luncheon , dinner, bowling, golf and a games
night group. Trips to theatres in Orangeville,
Stratford and Toronto, usually with lunches or
dinners, are popular, as are day trips, cruises
and our Annual Picnic. The Club meets on the
first Friday of every month at the Gibson Centre
in Alliston. Contact Maureen Biegel
at 705-435-7430.
The Women’s PROBUS Club of Alliston meets
on the last Monday of each month at 10:00 a.m.
at the Nottawasaga Inn. We have a speaker, a
social time and reports from the various groups
associated with the club. Our members also
give interesting talks on their backgrounds. Our
special events group plans outings and visits
to theatres in Stratford, Niagara-on-the-Lake,
Toronto and Orangeville. We also have an
annual Golf tournament which is well attended
and an annual Christmas lunch. Some of the
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NEW TECUMSETH, ON – The Town of New
Tecumseth has filled a vacancy within its
administration and is pleased to welcome
its new Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
(Deputy CAO).
The Town welcomed Blaine Parkin to the
position, effective January 26, 2015. The
position has remained vacant since the former
Deputy CAO, Brendan Holly, took over the
role of CAO in August, 2014.
Parkin joins New Tecumseth after 10 years
at the City of Barrie, most recently in the
position of Director of Corporate Asset
Management. In that position, he created a
Corporate Asset Management Department,
spearheading and developing the City’s
successful and innovative approach to their
Corporate Asset Management strategy
and implementation. He also held the
positions of Director of Strategic Services and
Economic Development, Manager of Policy
and Development and Policy and Program
Engineer at the City of Barrie.
“We are looking forward to having Mr.
Parkin join our team and helping to move the
Town’s administration forward,” said New
Tecumseth CAO Brendan Holly.
Alliston Yarns has proudly supported
the community since the beginning
Last year people generously donated yarns,
needles and patterns to the store. Volunteers
then made over 750 handmade crochet and
hand knit items that were donated back to the
community through the Lions Club Christmas
food baskets, the Salvation Army, My Sisters
place, Elizabeth Fry Society, Out of the Cold in
Barrie and the Children's Aid Society of Simcoe
County, in conjunction with the VR News'
Toy Mountain Drive, the Women & Children's
Shelter of Barrie, and two Alliston retirement
homes. Everyone loved the idea and many will
keep warmer this winter. Contact the store to
become a 2015 Christmas elf ―705-434-0880.
Grandmothers Embrace
Valentines Day Tea
We invite you to our Annual Valentine's Day
Tea on February 14 from 12-2pm at
St. John's United Church (56 Victoria St. E.)
in Alliston. A silent auction will be held and
baked goods will be available. Tickets are $15
each. Tickets can be purchased from any of
the group's members or you may contact Liz
Panighel at 705-435-9186. Through the Stephen
Lewis Foundation, proceeds will support
African Grandmothers who are raising their aids
orphaned grandchildren.
Coming Events
St. John's United Church Card Party
Luncheon April 25
12 noon in Shilton Hall. Tickets will be sold for
tables of 4 players (play any card game) ‒
Call Lois at 705-250-0651.
Nottawasaga Handweavers and
Spinners Guild
Monthly meeting on the 3rd Saturday each
month (Feb. 21) from 1 - 3pm: This program is
usually held at the Gibson Centre. It includes
speakers, hands-on activities, demonstrations,
Show & Tell, social events and field trips.
Monday evenings, 6 - 9pm: Come out to try
something new or discover a playful way to use
up your old yarn remnants.
Thursday mornings from 10am - noon:
Try spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, and
then join us for lunch at the Gibson Cafe.
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The Alliston Historical Society
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Museum on the Boyne, 250 Fletcher Cres.,
(Riverdale Park), Alliston. Please join us for our
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STORY
The Avalon Journals
An Inspector Calls
by Derek Bradley
T
he Avalon District Board of Education
invited parents, students and interested
taxpayers to a meeting to discuss the
issue ‘How to attract good teachers to the
public schools of the District’. The topic begs
the question ‘What is a good teacher’? It
reminded me how teachers were evaluated
in 'the old days’. The most significant
assessment was the visit by the inspectors
of the Ministry of Education. These august
personages were assigned by the Ministry
to descend on a school every three or four
years for one or two weeks to examine
everything from teaching to caretaking, from
classrooms to washrooms, from parking to
playgrounds. Naturally, all new teachers
were prime candidates for these ‘inspections’
and they were a matter of high anxiety for an
unfavourable evaluation could jeopardize a
neophyte’s future.
And so it was that in my first year of teaching we
were informed ‘that we were to be inspected’.
At the appointed time, I was notified that
Inspector H… would be in my classroom the
following day. I prepared for the event by
making sure my topic was curriculum based, by
reviewing my lesson plan (noting particularly
that I would take up the homework and give
an assignment for the next day’s class) and by
checking that my materials were all in order.
Using my wife as the student body, I rehearsed
my presentation and considered possible
weaknesses. She told me to be myself and I
would be all right.
The scene was set. The next morning I was
standing at my classroom door as the students
entered and the Inspector, without introducing
himself, took a seat at the rear and opened an
ominous black notebook. I started to explain to
the class who the stranger was but he raised his
hand dismissively, indicating that that was not
to be done.
We took up the homework. I presented the
lesson as planned. The students responded
well. The theme was a review of the final scenes
of Romeo and Juliet. I gave them opportunity
to work in their usual groups and devise an
alternative ending to the play which they
would then share with the class. They set to
work enthusiastically and I circulated the room
answering any questions. About five minutes
into the group work, there was a tremendous
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“THWACK”! Some of the girls screamed and
everyone was in shock. The Inspector had taken
my yardstick and smacked it down with all his
force on one of the desks.
“There’s too much noise in this room,” boomed
the Inspector.
Everyone, including me, was taken aback.
The students took a moment to regroup then
settled down and with considerable trepidation
returned to the task in silent whispers. We
had time for two or three groups to give
their suggested endings. I gave the reading
assignment for the next day. The bell rang. The
class exited. And so did the Inspector.
I was told I was to meet with the Inspector
privately in the vice-principal’s office at three
o’clock. After a five minute wait, he came
in carrying his black book like a holy tome.
Without any preliminaries, he sat down opposite
me and opened his notes.
“Bradley”, he glowered, “that was a very
disappointing performance”.
I said nothing and tried to hide in my chair.
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“I have here a list of my observations which
will be included in my report,” speaking as if he
was pronouncing a jail sentence, “firstly, your
window blinds were uneven; secondly, you
did not use any coloured chalk in your board
work, thirdly, there were too many pictures
on your bulletin boards and not enough print
material, fourthly, one of your students was
chewing gum, fifthly, you cannot maintain
discipline if you wander about the room dealing
with individual students … your place is at the
front … at the front, Bradley and sixthly, it is
inappropriate for a male teacher to remove his
jacket in the classroom.”
Everything he said was true … each measured
statement of my failings was like the tolling of
a churchyard bell as the final nails were driven
into my career coffin.
“But most of all, Bradley, that was the noisiest
classroom I have ever had the misfortune to sit
through. Your classroom control was atrocious.”
Here at least I thought I could offer a defense.
“But, Sir, I have been encouraging my students
to learn from each other in groups … I have read
where other teachers have had great success.”
“Bradley, stick to the tried and true methods.
Lead from the front … your so-called groups are
a waste teaching time. You’re frittering away
their time in rowdy, undirected chatter. In my
estimation, I found you too loose and not in
command of your classroom. You teach from
the front, Bradley, from the front. I will share
my findings with your Principal and give him
a copy of my report. That will be all. You may
return to your duties.”
I was crushed….totally deflated.
The next day the Inspectors departed and the
school returned to some semblance of normalcy.
The vice principal sent for me and I was
expecting another session of gloom and doom.
“Sit down, Derek,” he said in a calm voice, “I
understand ‘Old H…' gave you a rough time.”
“You might say so,” I mumbled waiting for the
worst, “He was not impressed”.
“What I am going to tell you is in strictest
confidence,” he continued, ‘and you must never
share this with anyone, especially
Bob.’ (Bob was our Principal).”
I did not know what to expect, but I agreed.
“Yesterday, Bob asked me to sit in with him
when the Inspectors gave their reports. He
thought it would be a good learning experience
for me. You probably don’t know that H…
was a military man. He expects everything by
the book. Any deviations are detrimental to
student progress. When H…finally came to
his evaluation of your work, Bob was furious.
In response to H…’s criticisms, Bob made it
clear that in his opinion your work has been
outstanding … that he totally supports your
teaching methods … that he couldn’t give a
damn about the blinds, the chalk, the pictures
or any of that crap. He said that your students
are developing individual thinking skills and
an appreciation for learning. The staff respects
you for your professionalism and he is going to
recommend you for more challenging teaching
assignments. He told H… that observing a
teacher for one hour without any background
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is totally inadequate for making statements
that could destroy a potentially good teacher.
Further, he told him that he was submitting
his own report on your teaching and your
contribution to the school. Now you go back to
your classroom and keep up the good work. Try
not to worry about H…’s report. You’re going
to be a good teacher and we all think you will go
far in the profession. And remember, not a word
of this to anyone.”
At the time I did not understand the need for
‘secrecy’ but on reflection I realized that if my
principal’s action became general knowledge,
it could have been misunderstood by certain
persons. It was best to let ‘sleeping dogs lie’.
Bob was transferred the following year and
eventually became a superintendent. By the
time he retired, I was a principal myself and
at his retirement reception I took a moment to
thank him for his encouragement and support.
We never mentioned the ‘Inspector incident’, but
as we parted he said "You’re becoming a good
principal and remember if you’ve got good staff
never hesitate to go to the wall for them.”*
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That was enough. We both understood the
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that I refer to when I have a tough decision to
make. It reads ‘When it really counts, go to the
wall’.
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Marketplace
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FOR SALE/RENT IN THE BRIARS
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Hair services available in the Briars:
Call 705-434-7929.
Cleaning, Appointments, Shopping: Let me
drive and do the dirty work - your house will
be spotless! Reliable and friendly personal
service/s weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or
occasionally. Briars references available.
Jenny, 705-220-0519.
• Auto upholstery
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Briar Handy Man: Repairs, Installations,
Maintain, Organize, Clean, Dispose, Paint,
Renovate, Millwork, Storage Solutions!
Bob @ 705 435 4240 or [email protected]
435-5717
76 Dufferin Street South, Alliston
HOME IMPROVEMENT
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KRH Renovations: Basement & Bathroom
renovations, General household repairs,
Crown Moulding, Tiling, Drywalling,
Painting, Under deck metal roofing. “Quality
Workmanship” Kirk 705-305-0719
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Professional Electrician: Any small electrical jobs,
I am a Green Briar resident with experience and
a licence. Call FRANK at 705-250-1265 Mon-Fri
between 5 − 8pm.
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spraying. 15+ years experience. Free estimate. Call
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natural gas equipment. TSSA registered, licensed
and insured with 15 years experience. Call Jamie at
705-440-3142.
Weldon Renovations - Professional home
remodelling, maintenance and upgrades: Readily
available for projects big and small. Expertly
trained and experienced. Call Weldon Renovations
for painting, crown moulding, flooring,
backsplashes, bathrooms, basements, decks and
more. 705-440-0716
[email protected]
PERSONAL SERVICES
CLEANING, PERSONAL CARE, HOUSE SITTING
G M Ideal Sitting - Home & Pets:
We also provide dog walking. Briars' Resident,
705-435-4305.
House Cleaning: Dependable and very thorough.
15 years Briar Experience. References. Attractive
Rates. Your Home is my Home. Kathleen (resident)
705-434-1758
Andrea Freeman-Day, Recreation Therapist for
the Older Adult: Senior Companion, Educated, 14
years experience, Insured, References, Exercise at
home, Shopping, Errands, Medical Appointments
and Assistance with meals. VAC Approved. Lives
in the Briars. Husband Fred also available for
Handyman Projects. 705-828-0720
The Foot Pixie: In-home foot care service for
Diabetics, Mature Clients and feet of all ages. Call
Leanne Kyselka at 705-435-4511. Certified Master
Pedicurist. Certified Esthetician.
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and Planning Services at competitive prices.
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Carpets, Boats, RV’s, Mattresses, Leather Cleaning
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Steam Cleaning of
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Repairs to all makes and models of vacuums
Authorized BEAM Built-in Vacuum Systems Dealer
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70 Banting Drive, Alliston
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Direct insurance Billing • All Doctor Prescriptions accepted
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and move management assistance.
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MISCELLANEOUS
Digital Solutions: Computer problems, upgrades,
networking. Photo restoration, matting. Home
entertainment hook-up. Various handyman jobs
including hardwood flooring and backsplashes.
Call Ron 705-435-3280.
Looking to Buy: antiques, mid-century and retro
furniture, lamps (including teak, walnut, rosewood,
etc.), costume jewellery, gold and broken gold
jewellery. Cash paid. Mardi 905-729-2379 (Beeton).
705.435.4318
Hwy 89 West
& Concession 7
Wanted: Antique & used furniture, scrap gold &
silver, costume jewellery, watches, wooden boxes,
crates, chests, antique tools, advertising signs.
John, 705-737-1466.
(enter off Concession 7)
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Tuesday & Thursday
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Friday, Saturday & Sunday
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•
• I'm going to retire and live off of my
savings. Not sure what I'll do the second
week.
Z
As we Age!
• Wouldn't it be great if we could put
ourselves in the dryer for ten minutes;
come out wrinkle-free and three sizes
smaller!
• Last year I joined a support group for
procrastinators. We haven't met yet!
• I don't need anger management. I need
people to stop pissing me off!
• Old age is coming at a really bad time!
• When I was a child I thought Nap Time
was a punishment ... now, as a grown up,
it just feels like a small vacation!
• When did it change from "We the people"
to "Screw the people"?
• Why do I have to press ‘1’ for English
when you're just gonna transfer me to
someone I can't understand anyway?
• Of course I talk to myself, sometimes I
need expert advice.
• Oops! Did I roll my eyes out loud?
• At my age "Getting lucky" means walking
into a room and remembering what I came
in there for.
• Chocolate comes from cocoa which is a
tree ... that makes it a plant which means
...chocolate is Salad !!!
Submitted by resident John Beynen
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• The biggest lie I tell myself is ... "I don't
need to write that down, I'll remember it."
• I don't have gray hair. I have "wisdom
highlights".
• My people skills are just fine. It's my
tolerance to idiots that needs work.
• Teach your daughter how to shoot,
because a restraining order is just a piece
of paper.
• If God wanted me to touch my toes, he
would've put them on my knees.
• The kids text me "plz" which is shorter
than please. I text back "no" which is
shorter than "yes".
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For a Complimentary evaluation*
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Senior Living
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705-435-3806
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Alliston
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Around the Briars - ALL RESIDENTS
BARGAIN MARKET
FREE TO BRIARS' RESIDENTS
30 word maximum
(for sale of personal items only - some limitations apply)
FOR SALE
▶ 2 gift cards for Blue Mountain Scandinave Spa.
Value $100; asking $75. Call 705-434-4869.
▶ Set of 4 Firestone Winterforce snow tires
mounted on steel rims ready to be installed . Over
85% tread left; sz 215/70/r16. $375. Phone
705-435-6581 (BH).
▶ Hand-quilted Irish Chain Quilt (dbl - gr&wh)
Never used $200 OBO; Compact Targus Laptop
Computer Bag $15 OBO; Obus Back Support w
head rest. $15 OBO; Card table w 4 chairs $30
OBO. Call 705-434-4559 / email [email protected]
▶ 3 Counter Height Chair Stools purchased at
Palma Brava in Oakville. Cream Leather with
chrome accents. Never Used. Regular price $450
ea. Asking $300 ea OBO. Pictures on request. Call
705-250-0892.
KEEPING IN TOUCH
RESIDENT MESSAGES
Sympathy
▶ Deepest sympathy is extended to Richard
Willis of Riverview Road on the death of his
wife Hannah on January 11th.
Thanks
What a great community! On behalf of my
family, I would like to thank our wonderful
friends and neighbours for their many cards,
meals and caring during Beverley's long but
losing illness. Sincerely,
Skip Coutts
24 February 2015  BRIARCRIER.CA
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Around the Briars - ALL RESIDENTS
The Briar Crier is delivered to residents via Canada Post. Copies are also available in the Mail Room in Green
Briar and at the Community Centre in Briar Hill.
See Page 3 for contact information, as well as information on our deadlines and services.
I
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The beautiful
Andrea Freeman Day
as Marilyn!
They got it from both communities (Briar Hill
and Green Briar) at the Variety Night held in
November.
The evening started with Roger Setka leading
his band. Several different tunes and melodies
were played and sang by different members
of the group. The two communities banded
together to make a fun evening and there were
a lot of laughs. We were entertained by celebs
like Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Patsy Cline, Willie
Nelson, The Everly Brothers and others. It
was a real "variety" of talent, and you couldn't
beat the price at $2 per person. The evening
wrapped up with a dance.
Everyone involved hopes that next year, we
can entertain the community again and invite
others to participate in the fun.
A special thanks to Miles and all the
volunteers that made this event a success!
Fred Day
Mark Your Calendar for
Celebrate Spring
6pm Saturday, April 25 at the
Green Briar community Centre
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Saturday
February 28
7:30 - 11:30pm
in the
Great Room
Snacks, Water, Soft Drinks, Coffee & Tea available
The Briars Got Talent!
Details to follow
at the Briar Hill Community Centre
D.J.
PIZZA @ 9:30pm
BYOB & Glasses
TICKETS $12.50/person
available at the BHCC Office
during office hours
Costumes Optional  No Reserved Seating
Green Briar Residents Welcome!
Green Briar Male Chorus
The chorus has enjoyed another successful
year of song and service to the community of
New Tecumseth. We are currently relaxing in
our annual winter hiatus while getting ready
for the 2015 season and our 20th Anniversary.
I extend an open invitation to all men within
"The Briars" to come out and enjoy good fun,
good fellowship and the joy of well performed
music.
We meet on Saturday mornings in the Green
Briar Community Centre from 9 until 11:30am.
Of course, previous choral experience is a
plus, but the main requirement is that you
enjoy singing and are able to carry a tune.
We will be starting our practices again in
March. If you are interested, give me a call at
705-435-0908.
Bud Renshaw
TALK ABOUT
BEING UPSTAGED.
The 2014 Briar Hill Concert Series was fantastic
with 2015 promising to be even more entertaining.
New first class acts! New elevated stage for ‘easier
viewing’(thanks to Alliston Home Hardware
Building Centre for the materials and Georgian
College Carpentry for construction).
Ticket sales, to date, have exceeded expectations
suggesting you reserve your seats now
at the pre-act booking price of $80.00*
per person for 4 concerts.
Look for concert details at
bhccontheweb.com/concerts
Get ready to be entertained.
Get your tickets now!
Visit or phone the Briar Hill Community
Centre Office: Tuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday – 9 a.m.– 3 p.m.
Office Phone: 705.435.8066
BRIAR HILL
CONCERT
SERIES
2015
College Carpentry & Cabinet Making
*When acts have been booked, price will be $85.00 per person for four concerts.
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7-10 pm Pool LL
1 pm Bridge ER
7 pm Ladies Euchre ER
7-10 p.m. Pool LL
18
9:30 Dance Fit GR
10:45am Stretch GR
7-10 p.m. Pool LL
11
9:30 Dance Fit GR
10:45am Stretch GR
1 pm Bridge ER
7pm Mixed Euchre ER
7-10 pm Pool LL
4
9:30am Dance Fit GR
10:45 am Stretch GR
1 pm Bridge ER
7 pm Ladies Euchre ER
Thursday
26
9:30-10:30
GR
Falls & Prev.
10-3 pmThreaders ER
1:30-3pmL/Dance GR
5 pm Vista III AGM GR
7 pm Dup Bridge ER
7 pm Movie Night
Lounge
19
9:30 -10:30 GR
Falls & Prev.
10-3 pm Threaders ER
1:30-3pm L/Dance GR
7 pm Dup Bridge ER
7 pm Movie Night
Lounge
12
9:30-10:30 GR
Falls & Prev.
10-3 Threaders ER
1:30-3pm L/Dance GR
7 pm Dup Bridge ER
7 pm Movie Night
Lounge
9:30-10:30
GR
Falls & Prev.
10-3 Threaders ER
1:30-3pmL/DanceGR
7 pm Dup Bridge ER
7 pm Movie Night
Lounge
5
This calendar is subject to change. Check the website at www.webbhcc.com for updates.
7pm Travelogue GR
23
10:00 am Yoga
10-12 Board Mtg. ER
7 pm Wizard Cards ER
7 pm Poker LL
22
3-5 pm Jam Session
GR
7 pm Wizard Cards ER
7 pm Poker LL
3-5 pm Jam Session
GR
Poker LL
16
10:00 am Yoga
7 pm
9
10 am. Yoga GR
7 pm Wizard Cards ER
7 pm Wizard Cards ER
7 pm Poker LL
11-1pm Line Dance GR
1:30-2:30 pm Beg.
Line/Dance GR
11:45 am Falls & Prev.
LL
1 pm Bid Euchre ER
6:30 pm ShuffleboardLL
10 am Yoga GR
Tuesday
3 9am Peer Grp. ER
Monday
2
15
3-5 pm Jam Session
GR
8
3-5 pm Jam Session
GR
12-8 pm Lounge
NFL Sunday
1
Calendar supplied by the Briar Hill Community Centre
February 2015
Friday
7 pm Bid Euchre ER
27
10 am Yoga GR
7 pm Bid Euchre ER
20
10 am Yoga GR
7 pm Bid Euchre ER
13
10 am Yoga GR
7 pm Bid Euchre ER
10 am Yoga GR
6
Saturday
ER – East Room
GR –Great Room
LG – Lounge
LL – Lower Level
7:30 pm
GR
Disco Forever
28
21
14
7
THESE COMMUNITY CENTRE EVENTS ARE FOR BRIARS RESIDENTS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY
BRIAR HILL Community Centre Calendar
The Briar Hill Community Centre is open daily from 8am - 11pm
Administrative Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am - 3pm
Telephone 705-435-8066 Email [email protected] Website www.webbhcc.com
THESE COMMUNITY CENTRE EVENTS ARE FOR BRIARS RESIDENTS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY
GBCC Administrative Office Hours are Tuesday & Thursday from 9am to 12noon
Telephone Peta Christen 705-435-2345 / Email [email protected]
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
4
9
11
5
Ticket Sales
10:00-12:00
Chili Cook off
12
6
8
3
Ticket Sales
10:00-12:00
Chili Cook off
10
13
7
Ticket Sales
12:00-2:00
Chili Cook off
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
SUNDAY
11:00
Dance
23
MONDAY
8:30-10:15
Table Tennis
10:30:11:30
Carefirst Exercise
10:30-1:00 office
Scrabble Club
1:00-4:00
Duplicate Bridge
24
25
26
WEEKLY EVENTS
TUESDAY
9:00-9:45
Tai Chi
9:45-10:45 Tai
Chi Exercise
10:45-11:45
Carefirst
Exercise
1:30-4:00
Improver Line
Dancing
(Experienced
Beginners)
WEDNESDAY
8:30-10:15
Table Tennis
7:00 Bridge
7:00 Bingo
10:30-11:30
Carefirst Exercise
12:00-4:00 pm
Quilting Bees
THURSDAY
8:30-10:00
Coffee Club
10:00-11:00
Tai Chi
11:15-12:15
Carefirst
Exercise
1:00-4:00
Crafts
27
FRIDAY
8:30-10:15
Table Tennis
HAPPY
VALENTINE'S
DAY!
6:30 Chili Cook
off and Dance
28
February 2015
Calendar supplied by the Green Briar Community Centre
GREEN BRIAR Community Centre Calendar
SATURDAY
10:30-12:30
Computer Club
A
M
1:00-4:00
Line Dancing
P
M
SPECIAL NOTES:
Carefirst exercise classes on Tuesdays will continue at the
earlier time through February.
7:00 Euchre
UPCOMING EVENTS:
March 7-Men’s Choir begins practices again
This Calendar and all Briars Events are on the Briar Crier's website at BriarCrier.ca
(Click on the tabs at the top of the page to navigate through our website).
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Briar Hill Community Centre News
Briar Hill Community Centre
Funding
As our Briar Hill community continues to grow,
your Briar Hill Community Centre (BHCC)
Board feels it is essential to clarify, for all
community residents, how your community
centre is funded and the importance of revenue
generated by activities and events.
Overview
In summary, the Community Centre building
is owned by Briar Hill Resident Services
Organization (BHRSO) and is leased to Briar Hill
Community Centre Corporation (BHCCC) on a
99 year lease for $2.00 per year.
The operation and maintenance of the Centre is
funded from three sources:
#1 Your contribution through the monthly
condominium fees, which range from $10 to $23
per month depending on the age of the home.
These funds pay for the basic costs of the Centre
(capital expense, lights, heat, security, cleaning,
maintenance and repairs and the salaries of the
Program Administrator and Custodian) and are
managed and entirely maintained by BHRSO.
The BHCC has no access to these funds.
#2 Also included in your common fees but
separate from the basic operating costs, you
contribute $1.00 per month to the Improvement
Fund which is tightly controlled and used solely
for major initiatives approved by all Phase
Presidents representing your Condominium
Corporation at a Community Council meeting
each fall for the next year. These funds are held
by BHRSO and accessed by BHCCC when
needed.
#3 Activities and events funded by participants
combined with private functions, and the
generous donations provided by our residents
provide the third essential source of funding.
This fund is managed by your BHCCC board.
Without these contributions there would be no
funds for replacements and additions to our
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furniture and fixtures, decorations, replacement
of kitchen supplies, games room materials,
miscellaneous repairs and many more items
that maintain and improve the operation of the
Centre for the enjoyment of all the residents
A full accounting of this fund was provided at
the Associates Annual Meeting on
October 29, 2014.
Summary
BHCC Events, Activities, and Other Income
have contributed $14,3687.80 over the last twelve
months. These funds have made a significant
contribution to the financial health and
continued vitality of your community centre.
New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance
After a slow start on ticket sales, there was a real
possibility this event would be cancelled. I am
happy to report that 119 tickets were finally sold,
and the evening was a success.
The evening began with a glass of wine and hors
d'oeuvres, followed by 3 great door prizes, and a
perfect meal.
The DJ played to the crowd with classics from
many eras of music. We kicked up our heels on
the dance floor and were awarded with prizes
throughout the evening. We raised $780 on
'Share the Wealth' tickets with 50% of the sales
going to 3 winners. With a glass of bubbly in
hand and armed with party favours, we brought
in 2015 and then, kept on dancing.
Many thanks to the numerous volunteers who
helped us set-up and tear down. I was happy to
see several new residents attend the dance and
help out.
A big thank you to the businesses that donated
to the event.
Let's make the next dance a big success as well,
but please, make it easier for us by buying your
tickets early.
Thank you.
Elaine Balaka
Social Committee
Green Briar
Community Centre
Art at the Community Centre
It is now 5 years since we began changing the
art exhibited at the Centre every month and
we have displayed about 50 paintings in this
time. From the comments I hear, it appears
to be a success. As we go forward into 2015, I
thank the following artists for allowing their
work to be exhibited for all to enjoy: Elaine
Hill, Osa Christensen, Jack Hendy,
Mack Ward, Christine Snipe,
Morrey Lawrence, Mary Lou Leitch,
Murray Velletta, and Pat McNeill.
We have had a great variety of subjects in
the paintings this past year and look forward
to seeing more. I enjoy and look forward to
meeting with the artists and arranging to
display their work.
Perhaps there are more Green Briar artists
who would like to loan a painting for a
month. If so, please contact me at 435-9133.
On behalf of all the residents and visitors who
have appreciated the generosity and talent of
the artists, THANK YOU.
I wish you a happy, healthy year in 2015.
Joan Jackson
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