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Day 353: JRC Paralegal Of Wasaga Beach

“NEVER PAY A TRAFFIC TICKET BEFORE TALKING TO ROGER COULTER”

Roger lives in the next street to me. I’ve said hello to him and his wife and passed the time of day when we’ve bumped in to each other.  But I had no idea what he did for a living.

Fast forward to the recent Wasaga Beach Business Show and there was Roger sitting at one of the booths and this is what he does:

“JRC PARALEGAL is owned and operated by Roger Coulter, B.A.  Roger is licensed by the Law Society of Upper Canada.  He is located in Wasaga Beach and serves Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Barrie and surrounding areas.  His specialty is defense of Highway Traffic Act offences.  He was a Police Officer for over 30 years, and has an extensive knowledge of provincial statutes.  He is a former Prosecutor and also lectured on the Highway Traffic Act at a community college.

You can be assured of the very best representation.  Your satisfaction is his ultimate goal.

For a free consultation and quote, call JRC Paralegal at 705-429-3189.”

Summer’s coming and as we are all out and about a lot more enjoying what Wasaga Beach has to offer, then a consultation with Roger may be necessary.

In no way would I condone poor or dangerous driving but there can be times when you need some expert legal advice about traffic offenses. Now you know where to go in Wasaga Beach to find this and continue to enjoy “things to do.”

Day 352: Wasaga Beach Art In The Library

4 Local Artists Exhibit At Wasaga Beach For 3 Days In April

Enrique Photo Art Wasaga Beach

The number of talented artists that live in the Wasaga Beach area is quite amazing. On April 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th the Wasaga Beach Library will hold an Art In The Library exhibit.

I’ve always been a bit indifferent to the “art world” but have recently made the effort to take an interest, especially with such a local connection here in Wasaga Beach. It has been well worth it and I can highly recommend paying the library a visit to view these artists in a very relaxed atmosphere.

Thursday April 14:  5 to 7 PM
Friday April 15 : 11:30 AM to 7 PM
Saturday April 16: 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday April 17: 12 to 4 PM

Artists featured are
Marilyn Douglas
Susan Radema
Felice Bizzarro
Enrique Miranda

At least one of the Artist’s will be present through out the exhibition.

Day 351: 20th Anniversary Georgian Sound Festival

From April 29th To May 1st Enjoy “Big Bands! Big Jazz! Great Food! Big Fun!” At The Georgian Sound Festival

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I find it hard to believe that it is almost a year ago that I wrote about the 19th festival. Time flies and Thornbury-Clarksburg again plays host to the Georgian Sound Festival at the end of the month.

Click here for ticket details and here for information on the performers.

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Day 350: The 46th Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival

From 15 People In 1966 To The Second Largest Festival Of Its Kind In Ontario With Over 30,000 Visitors

On April 16th Elmvale transforms into a shoppers’ mall. Vendors line the streets with offerings of maple syrup, food galore, book sales, collectible sales among other country treasures:

The Sugar Shack

The Sugar Shack is the first place to stop for answers to any questions you may have about the day at the festival. Find it at the intersection of Queen and Yonge Streets. Be sure to pick up your copy of the Festival Guide Booklet.

Sugar Bush Tours

Be sure to take a trip to our local sugar bush to see first hand how maple syrup is made. This year’s bus transportation to “Greenlaw Maples” and “Lalonde’s Sugar Bush” has been arranged. Tickets are available at the Sugar Shack.

Pancake House

Visit the Pancake House in the Elmvale Community Hall on Main Street where you can get a taste of delicious, freshly cooked pancakes and sausages smothered sumptuous locally produced, real maple syrup.

Main Stage Line Up (Location: Corner of Queen and Yonge):
M.C. Dan Clement

10:00 am –LOUIS LEFAIVE, EDHS “ALLSTARS”

11:00 am –”CYNDY’S JUST DANCIN”

11:45 am –HCES MARCHING BAND

12:00 pm–OFFICIAL OPENING
————-INTRODUCTION OF DIGNATARIES
————-LOG SAWING CONTEST
————-ELMVALE FIRE DEPT PANCAKE EATING CONTEST

1:00 pm—-”CROSS ROADS”

2:00 pm—-TEENAGE COUNTRY DUO SAMANTHA DUVAL & KRISTY FREUND

2:20 pm—-JAKE HILL

2:40 pm—-TEENAGE COUNTRY DUO SAMANTHA DUVAL & KRISTY FREUND

3:00 pm—-”CROSS ROADS”

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Day 349: Collingwood Historical Society 35th Anniversary Celebration

Monday April 4th At 7pm,the Leisure Time Club, Minnesota St., Collingwood

35 years of the Historical Society in the Collingwood area with a keynote speaker, panel presentation and display of memorabilia and publications.  Christine Cowley, local author, will speak on her latest project – the history of the Collingwood Grain Elevators.

Admission – $2

Contact [email protected]

Day 348: Echostone of Wasaga Beach (Video)

Another Inspiring Wasaga Beach Business

This week I had the pleasure of meeting up with Faye & Ron Ego, the owners of “Echostone” here in Wasaga Beach. I had heard about the business before; their appearance on “The Dragons Den” and Ron speaking at a “Breakfast At the Beach” event spring to mind.

However it was last weeks Business Show that piqued my interest as Faye was interviewed on 97.7 The Beach Radio and she was also booked for Rogers TV. Time to find out more about them.

Faye and Ron love Wasaga Beach. Their unique business in a very sensitive area adds another dimension to the artistic community we have here in Wasaga Beach. “Echostone works with local artisans” says Faye and when you hear her talk talk it is obviously more than just a commercial venture.

Whilst at their home I took the opportunity of taking some photos of the beach from which Faye especially draws inspiration; it’s so easy to take it for granted.

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Day 347: The Wasaga Beach Lions Club 18th Home & Garden Show

After The Successful Wasaga Beach Business Show It Is Time For The Wasaga Beach Lions Club 18th Annual Home & Garden Show

Day 346: Pauly & The Goodfellas At Country Life Resort

Joe & Bill From BeachBOOSTER Say This Is A Must See. That’s Good Enough For Me.

Click here to check out Pauly & The Goodfellas

Wasaga Beach Welcomes Some Gangsters

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Day 345: Blue Mountain Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster (Video)

Ontario’s First Mountain Coaster Will Be Open Weekends Till The End Of The Ski Season & From May 20th

The driver takes control of their own speed travelling down the track with access to a manual brake, providing speeds of up to 42 km/h. Take a scenic ride down the mountain to enjoy views of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment.

• Guests ride to the top of the Glades area and descend to the bottom of Grand Central Lodge.
• Elevated cart track 1-6 metres off the ground.
• Riders can sit one or two people per cart and control their own speed.
• Carts slide over bumps, twist through corkscrews and zigzag through the trees of the glades.

Check out this video review of the winter at Blue Mountains and see the Ridge Runner in action. There’s also some stunning film of other activities this year. A reminder of how beautiful this area is.

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Day 344: “You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown” With The Clearview Community Theatre

The Stayner Community Centre Hosts A Day In The Life Of The Peanuts Characters

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From Thursday, April 7th to Saturday, April 9th 2011 Clearview Community Theatre presents a musical adaptation of “You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown”, a day in the life of the Peanuts characters at the Stayner Community Centre.

All tickets are general admission, priced at $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Tickets are on sale at Nifty’s on Main Street in Stayner or by calling 428-2790.

“Based on the Charles Schultz’ popular comic strip, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown chronicles the events in a day in the life of Charlie Brown and his imaginative beagle Snoopy. Originally, composer/lyricist/librettist Clark Gesner had no intentions of turning his “Peanuts” songs into a stage musical, that is until producer Arthur Whitelaw convinced him to work up a theatrical version which they presented at a tiny East Village theatre where it remained for four years.

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown opened at the Theatre 80 St. Marks on March 7, 1967 with a cast that featured Bill Hinnant (Snoopy), Gary Burghoff (Charlie Brown), Reva Rose (Lucy), Karen Johnson (Patty), Bob Balaban (Linus), and Skip Hinnant (Schroeder). The production lasted 1597 performances and spawned six touring companies between 1967 and 1971. A major Broadway revival in 1999 added two new songs (“My Philosophy” and “Beethoven Day”) and featured 23 new vignettes written by “Peanuts” creator Charles Schultz. Although this production didn’t last long, it did win Tony Awards for two of its stars: Roger Bart (Snoopy) and Kristin Chenoweth (Sally–who didn’t even exist until director Michael Mayer got his hands on the Clark Gesner musical!)”

http://www.imagi-nation.com/moonstruck/albm73.html