Events for February 2012.
Donation in Shelburne
Firefighters in Shelburne held their first toy and food drive for DCAFS and what a success it was! Tables were filled to overflowing with toys for kids of all ages, and boxes of fo...more
Erskine's Food Drive
Staff at Erskine's Service Centre accepted donations of non perishable food items in support of the Orangeville Food Bank leading up to Christmas. The local foodbank always welcome...more
Santa Visits Boston Pizza
Santa paid a special pre-Christmas visit to the folks at Boston Pizza and the kids must have known he was coming. With moms & dads in tow, little boys & girls made their way in for...more
Noon Years Eve
Lord Dufferin Centre Residents, family members, friends, volunteers and staff welcomed 2012 with their annual "Noon" Years Eve celebration. After an incredible buffet served up by ...more
First Night Celebration in Orangeville
Happy New Year rang out loud and clear as Orangeville marked the arrival of 2012 at the First Night celebrations. Organized by the First Night Committee and supported by the Town o...more
Polar Bear Dip in Grand Valley
"Dippers" (of stronger spirit and nerve than I) braved the cold waters in Grand Valley to participate in the 21st annual New Years Day dip organized by the Grand Valley Lions. More...more
Fundraiser for DCAFS
Orangeville Home Hardware and Building Centre spread the Christmas spirit during a unique fundraiser held just before Christmas at their Fourth Avenue location. OHHBC provided ever...more
DCMA Donation
Members of the Dufferin County Manufacturers Association showed their support for Headwaters Health Care with a donation of more than $3,200. The money will be used to purchase muc...more
Orientation Day at Georgian College
Heading back to school can be stressful for any age, but with the help of staff & peers at Georgian College we know these new students are headed for success! Students from 3 prog...more
Tons of Books!
Booklovers take note! If you are looking to expand your own library of books - whatever the topic - make your way down to CTR books during the month of February. Owner Dee is holdi...more
David Tilson New Years Open House
Local residents made the trip to downtown Orangeville to join Dufferin Caledon MP David Tilson at his annual New Year's Open House. The January event is a great time to meet with M...more
Supporting Our Vets
The offices of Liberty Tax Service (located in Orangeville, Shelburne & Bolton) have a special offer as the tax season approaches. Owner Wayne Blackmere & staff are offering free t...more
Peace Poster Winners
The Lions International Peace Poster Contest for 11 to 13 year olds takes place in 200 countries, and this year Emma Bradley of The Maples won for the 2nd year in a row for her sch...more
Babar!
A favorite children's story will be in Orangeville for just one day in February - Babar! And to make the event extra fun, guests are invited to wear their flannels and participate ...more
Turning Wine Bottles into Food
Staff from Wine Rack (located in Sobeys) has organized a special bottle drive in support of the Orangeville Food Bank. Through out January and up to February 15th staff welcome emp...more
Stained Glass Workshop
We stopped in at Glasscraft in Grand Valley to watch students putting together their gorgeous creations. Instructor Mae does a marvellous job of helping students bring their vision...more
Celebrating Four Years in Orangeville
Registered Massage Therapist Barbara Imrie opened her doors and welcomed friends and clients to help celebrate her 4th anniversary in Orangeville. Besides light refreshments (and a...more
Welcome to Rev David Howes
A special service welcoming Rev Howes to Trinity and Primrose United Churches was hosted recently in Shelburne. Rev Howes has spent time ministering in Churches, serving as Chapla...more
Pizza With Heart
Staff at Boston Pizza are gearing up for another very busy Valentines Day. The Orangeville dining spot is a favorite for families on the 14th, not just because of the great food (a...more
Happy Birthday Jack
Family & friends joined John (Jack) Catcher at the Orangeville Legion to celebrate a very important milestone - Jack's 90th birthday! With best wishes from local dignitaries (inclu...more
