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Ultimate Suzuki Hosts Kizashi Ultimate Driving Event at Grand Bend Motorplex under the instruction of Urlin Motorsports, get on the track behind the wheel of Kizashis. Courses included Lead and Follow, and Slalom.

ULTIMATE SUZUKI HOSTS KIZASHI: ULTIMATE DRIVING EVENT

It's an exciting time to be a Londoner, and the Collins Family of Companies is proving that with an unique opportunity to a large group of London Car enthusiasts dubbing it the, "ULTIMATE DRIVING EVENT"

 

On Tuesday May 15th and Wednesday May 16th, Ultimate Suzuki of London will be hosting 150 special guests in the Kizashi: Ultimate Driving Event on the tracks at the new Grand Bend Motorplex. Participants, under the instruction of Jonathan Urlin and his team at Urlin Motorsports, will be put on the track and get behind the wheel of Kizashis and similar models of competitors. Courses included Lead and Follow, and Slalom. There will also be Hot Laps in which Urlin and his team will get behind the wheel and participants will be the passengers .

 

Clare Dear, President of AJAC (Automotive Journalist Association of Canada), will be hosting the Media and Press Day from 12:30 to 4:30pm on the 15th.  TSN's Motoring TV and Driver Magazine will be there as well as local media representatives from London and surrounding areas in Southwestern Ontario. Motorhead TV will be there as well (on the 16th). Current Kizashi Owners, enthusiasts and other people of influence who are involved in the community will be in attendance.

 

Randy Collins, President of Hully Gully and Ultimate Suzuki of London has put this event together to provide a Top Tier Event  at grass roots level and a local initiative to really bring the award winning Suzuki Kizashi into top of mind awareness in Southwestern Ontario.

 

Media reps who haven't registered for this exhilarating event should contact Don Clarke at Ultimate Suzuki of London at 519-686-3754 (or cell 226-268-32000)  or don@ultimateautomobiles.ca . This is an unique event for media participation.



Restoration in Historic Downtown Seaforth recognized by the OBIAA at National Conference in Thunder Bay.

Seaforth BIA wins prestigious award at National Conference

 

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It was Margaret Mead who penned the famous quote about the inevitable ability of thoughtful, committed citizens to implement change. Never was this more evident than on Seaforth’s Main Street. 

 

A collaboration between Peter Klaver, the late Debby Somerville, the Municipality of Huron East and its Municipal Heritage Committee has resulted in a dramatic facelift to the town’s business district and now notable recognition by the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) at its recent National Conference in Thunder Bay.

 

“Dressing for Success”—a major renovation project in Seaforth—involved the restoration of six properties within the town’s Business Improvement Area during 2011.  Klaver, a BIA Member and Past Board Chair, and BIA Member Somerville, spearheaded the major renovations undertaken at the following heritage properties:

  • Timber’s Outfitters
  • Decadence in the Country
  • Etue Insurance and Financial
  • Tulips Dental Centre
  • Sally’s Closet Too!
  • The Commercial Hotel

Nominees for an OBIAA award under the “Bricks and Mortar” category had to meet stringent criteria. 

  • Innovation:  a unique approach to a BIA management/development challenge
  • Replication:  a solution or idea that could be modified and utilized by other BIA’s
  • Representation:  inclusive, partnerships, community involvement
  • Outcome:  significant and measurable impact; objectives reached 

Given the improved aesthetics and property values on Seaforth’s Main Street, the ensuing economic development, and low commercial vacancy rate, it is evident that “Dressing for Success” achieved its goals—and OBIAA rewarded this accomplishment.

 

As John Kiru, President of OBIAA and executive Director of the Toronto Area BIA, noted “recognition goes a long way in encouraging BIA’s across the province to continue with their stellar work in improving the economic and social wellbeing of their communities.”

 

The Ontario BIA Association recognizes the best in revitalization and management, and through its awards celebrates the most successful, innovative efforts in Ontario BIA development.

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“Seaforth has seen challenging times over the past few years,” says Jan Hawley, Huron East’s Economic Development Officer, “yet despite the downturn in the economy, its business district has remained vibrant, positioning itself well within the region.  And the efforts of Pete and Debby played a big part in that.”

Indeed, the vision and work of Peter Klaver and Debby Somerville, supported by the Municipality and Heritage Committee, has resulted in a win-win-win: for the town, for its BIA, and for its Main Street businesses.

 

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Contact for further information:

Jan Hawley, Economic Development Officer

Municipality of Huron East

519.527.-0160

edo@huroneast.com

 

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@onwestcoast Weekly Events - lots going on the hood in the next few weeks

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11th Annual Wedding and Event Show

Hessenland Country Inn, 72981 Bluewater Hwy., St. Joseph

Sat. April 28- 10 am to 2 pm and Sun.April 29 - 12 pm to 4 pm

An opportunity to visualise your wedding or event.

Everyone is welcome to attend

Click here for more information

11th Annual Wedding and Event Fair

www.hessenland.com

 

 

 

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Pre-screening of the TVO "Giver" program.

St. Mary's Catholic School, 70 Bennett Street East, Goderich

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Town of Goderich along with Goderich Communities in Bloom and St. Mary's Catholic School are delighted to honour Earth Day and Pitch-In Week by having a pre-screening of the TVO "Giver" program.

Featured episodes are: Goderich ~ Butterfly and Niagara Falls ~ Water

Event is Free!! Everyone Welcomed!

Wanda Keith, Festivals & Special Events Coordinator

519-524-6600, Toll Free (within North America) - 1-800-280-7637, Fax - 519-524-1466

 

Red Sails in the Sunset -The Livery 35 South Street, Goderich  

Thu, April 26, 2012 - Sun, May 6, 2012
Experience Goderich in the 1950's through the kaleidacope of love, loss and challenge told through story, song and dance. Written and directed by Warren Robinson, and sequel to smash hit, How High the Moon! April 26, 27, 28 and May 2, 3, 4, 5 at 8 pm. April 29 and May 6 at 2 pm

Telephone: 519-524-6262     Website: www.thelivery.ca 

Cost: Adults $20, Seniors $18, Youth $15, Children $10

 

 

Two new exhibits celebrate Huron County Artists

Opening April 23 at the Huron County Museum

110 North Street, Goderich, 519-524-2686

Picturing Huron County: A Retrospective Exhibit of the Huron County Art Bank

Featuring work by: Paul Sholdice, Tristan Eekhoff, Ron Walker, Catherine Weber, Elizabeth Van Den Broek, Gwen Smithers-Kiar, Madeleine Roske, William Creighton, Paul Carroll, Barbara McKnight, Paul Couseils, Anne Laviolette, Barbara Grace, Elizabeth Carr

 

The Twelfth Huron County Art Show & Sale

A judged competition to choose three new pieces of art for the Huron County Art Bank. Works not awarded first, second, or third place may be offered for sale by the artist.

 

Huron Business Centre, Seaforth, April 26

Huron Business Development Corporation is hosting the Conestoga Career Centre and one of its Summer Jobs Service information sessions for employers. Don't miss out on an opportunity to hire summer help to backfill vacation time for your regular staff; or to add people to deal with peak demand; or even, to aid in training a future employee! All done with financial help from the Government!! Drop in between 6:30pm and 8:00pm! For more details, call us here at 519.527.0305 and ask for Jackie. or contact Brett from Conestoga Career Centre directly at 1-800-463-0796.

 

 

HWIN dinner on Thurs. April 26th - White Carnation, Holmesville

Price - $30. Aim for 6 p.m. and you'll have plenty of time to complete one of my ice-breaker contests.

 

Then at 6:30 we'll start right into the dinner activities. For those of you who may be new, that involves our many door prizes. During dinner, I'll hold up one of the door prizes and the person who donated it has one minute to tell us about their business. The woman who wins it also has one minute to promote her business. So, you can see that you're guaranteed time if you donate a door prize! And, I do enforce the one-minute time frame, so come prepared with your "elevator speech".

 

Please make sure you pre-register for the HWIN dinner by calling Anne at the Huron Business Centre (527-0305). Cost of the dinner is $30 and, if you are registered and unable to attend, please let us know well in advance. We book the meals on the Monday and then pay for the number we book, regardless of how many attend. So, if you register and miss, we have to bill you for the meal.  

 

Fri, April 27, Wingfield Lost and Found, Blyth Memorial Community Hall

Let the laughter begin! Perennial Canadian favourite Rod Beattie returns as Walt Wingfield in the Toronto stockbroker-turned-farmer's latest comic (mis)adventure. Dinner 6 pm, show 8 pm. Phone 519-523-9300 or 1-877-862-5984 info@blythfestival.com

 

 

East Street Station, 1 Maitland Rd. North, Sat, April 28, 2012

Coffeehouse featuring Tom Savage and David Celia

Savage brings his country folk style to the Station where he will be joined by Celia who is best known for his roots-pop style. Doors open at 7:30 pm, starts at 8 pm. Tickets $15 in advance or $18 at the door. 519-524-5612, info@eaststreetstation.ca

 

Stocked Pond Trout Derby, Sat, April 28, 2012 - Sun, May 6, 2012

Falls Reserve Conservation Area, Benmiller (80900 Falls Reserve Line - junction of County Roads 31 and 1)
Fish daylight hours only at the Falls Reserve stocked pond. Bring you rod and tackle to try your luck at our stocked fish pond! Prizes awarded to tagged trout caught, sponsored by the Fish & Game Conservation Association of Clinton, Ontario. Pond fish permit and park admission required and can be purchased at the park gate entrance. Camping available! Reservations online at www.mvca.on.ca/frca - Derby ends May 6 at 4 pm

Jason Moir, 519-524-6429 or 1-877-325-5722 Email: info@frca.on.caWebsite: www.mvca.on.ca/frca

 

 

Drayton Festival Theatre - Symphony in the Country

Saturday, April 28 at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM

Join us for an incredible musical experience as the nationally acclaimed Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony takes centre stage at the Drayton Festival Theatre. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear a full 50-piece orchestra in the intimacy of our historic 1902 opera house. Reserve your seats for this unforgettable fundraiser featuring classical and musical theatre selections.

Call our friendly box office at 519-747-7788!   Adults: $38, Youth under 20: $20   *All ticket prices subject to HST

 

 

May 3, 7 pm to 9:30 pm - REACH Huron, 169 Beech St. Clinton

Investing in YOU - Your Most Valuable Asset:

Jeremy Tracey asks, 'Are you trading your health for wealth?' Learn how to create proper function within your body to keep stress low and performance high! A healthy entrepreneur is a wealthy entrepreneur! Pre-register call 527-0305

 

 

Hugo's Spring Blossom Trail Ride 19th Annual Trail Ride

Sat. May 5, Home on the Range, 41073 Londesboro Rd. 15 east.

Londesborough. Ont.

Ride Starts at 11:00am

  • Ride your horse from Home on the Range
  • Whole day of fun with a poker ride.

* Poker Ride , winner fifty fifty.

* 6.00 pm. potluck Dinner. Bring lunch.

Bring your own horse or... horses are available to rent for the day.

Rain or Shine we ride. Tell your friends, and come out.

Donations welcome.

Contact: Hugo & Friedy Bontrup (519) 523-9478 www.frontiertown.ca

               hbontrup@tcc.on.ca

 

 

Spring Hike, Plant & Compost Sale"

Sunday, May 6th, 10 am to 3 pm, Maitland Woods (Columbus Centre parking lot, Goderich)

We hope to encourage lots of people to enjoy a hike through the beautiful Maitland Woods, before or after they collect new plants and compost for their gardens. Guided hikes will take place at 1 and 1:30 pm and will last about one hour.

 

Jayne Thompson and Erin Dolmage will be representing the Maitland Conservation Foundation. Many of you will know them through their Conservation Education Programs at the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority and the Wawanosh Nature Centre. Wendy Hoernig is our member with the Maitland Trail Association.

 

If you would like more information about the event or the John Hindmarsh EnvironmentalTrust Fund, please call me at 524-2804.

 

We are looking forward to some healthy exercise, learning more about the Maitland Woods, taking home some new plants and wonderful compost, as well as raising awareness about, and a little money for, the JHETF and MTA.

 

Tuesday, May 8 - Seaforth Legion Hall beginning at 10 am

HBDC's Customer Service Excellence Program is based upon the Ontario Tourism Education Corporation's (OTEC) award-winning 'Service Excellence' Program. In fact, it's exactly the same. HBDC is delivering this program in Huron County under licence by OTEC. (See http://tinyurl.com/otecprogram for an overview on what you can expect by participating.) . Your facilitator will be Lisa Harper (a regular on our Better Business Workshop Series circuit) and the program will wind up around 4:00 pm that day with the presentation of certificates to attendees.

 

The price to participate is $129 per person - a significant saving over the $299 suggested by OTEC. If a business sends 4 or more people, the price is reduced to $99 per person! By the way, lunch (not a fancy one!) is included. Please note that this pricing is introductory and while we're never going to charge OTEC's suggested rate of $299 per person, the $129 (and $99) will be increased within several months. In other words, the time to act is today!!

 

For more details, or to register, please contact Anne Elliott or Jim Niesen at 519.527.0305.

 

Are You Speaking as a Leader?  Or Are You Just Talking?

Fri. May 25 Blyth Festival, Lower Hall

1 pm to 4 pm[$55/per person]

Do you tell everyone how great your product, service or business is ... but still have trouble closing every deal? You can learn to develop an effective message for every conversation ... and close the deal by inspiring your customers.

Join Communications Coach, Persuasive Presentation Specialist and Playwright Ken Cameron as he uses Improv, Creative Play and Game storming to uncover your hidden ability to connect with every listener, every time.

 

To Reserve Your Spot In This Workshop, Please Rsvp, Asap To;

Lisa Justine Hood, Outreach Coordinator

(519) 523 - 9300 outreach@bythfestival.com

 

 

3rd Annual South Huron Chamber of Commerce golf Tournament, Ironwood Golf Club, 70969 Morrison Line, Exeter

Tuesday May 15, 2012

 

Registration 11.30 am. Shot Gun start 12 noon. Dinner 5.30pm

$85 per person or $320 for a foursome. Price includes, golf, cart and dinner.

For information & a registration form: contact office@shcc.on.ca or 519.235.0471 ext 22

 

 

The Falls Reserve Conservation Area, Benmiller

is helping tourism in the area by offering online campsite bookings via Camis - Everest system and available at https://maitlandvalley.goingtocamp.com or though our website www.mvca.on.ca as of April 1, 2012. This online booking system will allow for better exposure and allow those viewing the site access to reserve a campsite, make changes and manage their own booking online. Visitors to the Falls Reserve explore the many tourist attractions in the Goderich and area as part of their stay or vacation with us.

 

 

Pianovations, 402 Queen Street, Blyth

Win Your Purchase Event!!

Until April 28th you can enter our draw to win the price of your purchase (up to $1000.000!!) That's 1000 great reasons to come to Blyth right there!

 

This is our biggest special offer yet and is sure to make someone very happy!! Your chances to win are much better than promos like this in bigger stores! It pays to shop local! And you have the added peace of mind of local service as well!

 

PLUS : Huge Spring Clear Out SALE!

Prices Drastically reduced on Guitars, Pianos, Digital Pianos and more.

Check out our great selection of Takamine Guitars, Roland Keyboards and more!

Huge Selection of Music Books and Teachers Piano Instruction books!

 

Also for the next month check out our GRAND EVENT!

6 Wonderful Grand Pianos Currently Available!

 

Shop early for your best choices. With your purchase of a grand piano we are offering you a bonus opportunity to own a ROLAND Digital Piano at half price!

 

NOW IS THE BEST TIME TO BUY!

Visit us at 402 Queen Street Downtown Blyth, Ontario

Open Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10-6 and Saturdays 10-4

519-523-4535 www.pianovations.com and Like us on Facebook!

 

 

Brentwood on the Beach, 33937 Moore Court, (St. Joseph) Zurich

Mid week Special of 25% off stays of our off-season rates for any duration over Sun-Thurs in our Brentwood on the Beach B&B rooms until the end of April. Reduced rates for guest rooms until the end of April range from $100- $168/ night per room based on double occupancy.

 

Our Cottage offer for April is $500. for 2 nights at Bayview and $700. for 2 nights at Upper Beach House.

Phone: 519-236-7137

Email: info@brentwoodonthebeach.com   Web: www.brentwoodonthebeach.com

 

 

Benmiller Inn and Spa, Benmiller

NEW Spring Dinner Menu Starts at the end of March!!a la carte dining available for lunch as well.

Enjoy our popular $29 Prix Fixe three course dinner menu - available every evening.

 

Spa Membership:

Become a Spa Member and receive great benefits just for being a repeat client.

Relax and let us pamper you. No fees for membership.

 

Call for details & reservations - 519-524-2191, 1-800-265-1711, www.benmillerinnandspa.com

Marianne Novotna, Sales & Catering Manager

519-524-2191 ext 297 mnovotna@benmillerinnandspa.com

 

 

St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, April 11 - 29

"Harvey"

Harvey is a six-foot-tall rabbit invisible to everyone except Elwood, much to the exasperation of his sister, Veta. In order to save the family's social reputation, Veta takes Elwood to the local sanatorium. But when the doctors mistakenly commit his anxiety-ridden sister, Elwood and Harvey slip out of the hospital, setting off a hilarious whirlwind of confusion and chaos as everyone in town tries to catch a man and his rabbit.

Call our friendly box office at 519-747-7788!



Jenna Ujiye
Huron Tourism Association

Brussels will be rockin' April 27th Morgan Davis Concert at Cinnamon Jim’s Café Brussels

Hi all hope you have had a great week just a few more sleeps tell Morgan Davis comes to Brussels.

If you haven’t heard Morgan before this a real opportunity to hear one of our true blues players and if you have heard Morgan we look forward to seeing you again.

Call the café for you invitation and more info.

Poor boys blues no charge pay what you can. It’s going to be a great night.

 

April 28 The grand River Blues Society is doing a Tribute to Motown a lot of these musicians were part of the Tribute to the Bands Last Walz last year at the KW Blues fest. Great show see attached.

 

April 28 Support the Blues in Goderich with the Chris Murphy Band at Paddy O’Neil’s keep the Blues alive support live music.

 

Hope to see you soon when in the café make sure you say high.

 

Jim Lee

Cinnamon Jim’s Café Brussels

Café 519-887-8011

Office  (519)887-8013

Fax: (519)887-8014

 


Click here to download:
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Chris Murphy.pdf (434 KB)
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The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is calling for Volunteers near Goderich Apr 21

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is holding a Conservation Volunteers event on
Saturday, April 21, 2012
in your neighbourhood!  The event will be at NCC’s Blacker property which is located on Highway 8 just southeast of Goderich.  The focus of the event (called “Garlic Stinks!”) will be to remove the non-native species Garlic Mustard from an area of native forest.  No prior experience is required – you just need to bring yourself, and a smile!
 
If you’re looking for an opportunity to get outdoors this Earth Day
Weekend and help restore a beautiful forest under the spring sunshine, NCC would love to see you there!  The event will run from roughly 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and a full information package will be sent out to registered volunteers detailing what you can expect from the day.
 
If you’d like to sign up for “Garlic Stinks!”, please contact me (Kristyn Ferguson, kristyn.ferguson@natureconservancy.ca, 1-877-343-3532 x.222).  To sign up via reply email simply provide your name and phone number and an indication if you’ll be bringing any guests to the event.
 
I hope to see you out there this spring!  Thanks again for all your support of NCC!!
Best wishes,
Kristyn
 
P.S. We’ll be holding another “Garlic Stinks!” event at NCC’s Goud property which is located a few minutes southeast of the Blacker property on Saturday, May 5, 2012.  If April 21st doesn’t work, or you’d like to volunteer both days, please let me know!
 
Kristyn Ferguson
Stewardship Coordinator - Ontario Region
5420 Hwy 6 N RR#5
Guelph, ON
N1H 6J2 CANADA
 
 
 

Morgan Davis and our Poor Boy Blues playing at Cinnamon Jim's in Brussels April 27

Click here to download:
Shows.pdf (1.06 MB)
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A reminder about our show with Morgan Davis and our Poor Boy Blues pay what you can. Dinner available in Café before show reservations recommended.

The Grand River Blues Society is brining Motown alive on April 28th one day after our show with Morgan. Check out there info on attachment. Pass this info on to any one you think might be interested. Keep the music alive.

Thank you,

Jim Lee

Cinnamon Jim’s Café Brussels

Café 519-887-8011

Tel: (519)887-8013

Fax: (519)887-8014

 

Nutriton & Exercise Symposium at Western University London Ontario (March 24)

The latest news on the health/performance benefits of diet & exercise (March 24).  Save $10 by registering in advance.  For details visit www.exercisenutritionsymposium.com.

 

Peter WR Lemon, PhD, FACSM

Professor & Weider Research Chair

Director, Exercise Nutrition Research Laboratory

2212 3M Centre; 519-661-2111, ext 88139; plemon@uwo.ca

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Join us March 24, 2012

www.exercisenutritionsymposium.com   (all proceeds to Mustang Softball)

 

 

Report states that Minnesota can meet 100% of its electricity needs with in-state wind and solar po

A new report released today by the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research shows that Minnesota can meet 100% of its electricity needs with in-state wind and solar power, and (with ample energy efficiency investments) at a comparable cost to its existing electricity supply.

The notion that solar and wind energy cannot be the mainstay of an electricity generation system because they are intermittent is incorrect...it is technically and economically feasible to meet the entire 2007 electricity demand of Xcel Energy [in Minnesota] using only renewable energy generation combined with storage technology and energy efficiency improvements...a 100 percent renewable energy-based electricity system for Minnesota increases rates by a mere 1-2 cents per kilowatt hour when sufficient reasonable and economical investments are made in energy efficiency

The renewable energy mix would include approximately 13,000 megawatts of wind power and 4,600 megawatts of distributed solar PV.  The expenditures for the new renewable energy, storage (via underground compressed air) and energy efficiency would pump more than $90 billion into the state's economy and create 50,000 jobs.

Workable energy storage is the game changer for sure

Goderich for Hockeyville. It's time to vote ! Time is up at midnight

There are only 8 hours left to vote on the Top 15! Help your favourites move into the Top 5 finals.

Hello Maitland Recreation Centre member!

Congratulations to the Top 15 Kraft Hockeyville communities! Vote to help your favourites move into the Top 5. You can vote as often as you like throughout the voting period, one vote per click or call.

How to Vote
Online: www.krafthockeyville.ca
Toll free by phone: 1-866-533-8066

When to Vote on Top 15
Voting opens Saturday March 3 @ 10:30pm ET
Voting closes Tuesday March 6 @ 11:59:59pm ET

We’re so grateful for all the fans of Kraft Hockeyville, and as a thank you for your support and participation in this year’s competition, we’re offering 10% off of purchases from Shop.Canada.NHL.com from now until April 15, 2012. To participate, simply add qualifying products to your shopping cart and enter the discount code (KHV2012) at checkout. Your discount will automatically be applied for each item placed in your cart.

Happy shopping!

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