Spin 4 Kids this Saturday at Nantyr Shores
by Nantyr Shores Student Maggie Kastle
      On April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Nantyr Shores Secondary School is hosting the 4th annual Spin-4-Kids. Over the past three years this event has raised over $17,000 for the RVH Cancer Care Center, and approximately $68,000 for Nantyr's sports teams and clubs.
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SST's 'A - My Name is Still Alice' fun for all
by Susan Stein
      My Name is Alice, but this name could also be the common denominator for women in general, who are or can relate to the situations/conditions, in the play by that name. This wonderful humorous, sometimes bawdy Musical Revue is presented on the stage of South Simcoe Theatre with a cast of five high...
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Historica Fair at County Museum
      Simcoe County Museum is hosting the fifth annual Simcoe County Historica Fair today (Wednesday). Students from all areas of the County have been invited to submit heritage projects that discuss historical issues of interest to them.
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Volunteers needed
      Donate two hours of your time to help the Alzheimer Society of Greater Simcoe County with Tag Days (simular to the Scouts Apple Day) in Alcona and Stroud on June 1st or 2nd. Select a shift that is convenient for your schedule in your community. Orientation for new volunteers will take place on Thur...
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Lions selling spring fertilizer
      The Thornton Lions Club is once again selling spring fertilizer. Previous customers will be contacted. Anyone interested in purchasing 25 kg. bags of Spring Fertilizer for $ 22.00 (tax included) or Weed and Feed ($23.00 tax included) should call Glenn (458-8431) or Scott (458-0085) or Mike (458-863...
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      Barrie, ON, April 19, 2007 - United Way of Greater Simcoe County (UWGSC) honoured their volunteers last night with a special celebration at the Robert Simpson Brewing Company in Barrie. This week is National Volunteer Week and organizations across Canada are using this occasion to celebrate with th...
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
A directory of what is happening in your community
      The community event calender is provided as a free public service to non-profit organizations to announce upcoming events. Deadlines are no later than Monday for that week's issue to COMMUNITY EVENTS, P.O.
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Hey Frank, where's Gordon?
      A Scope reader forwarded photos of beavers that were spotted at the side of the road on the 7th Line, between St. John's and Webster Blvd. The next night, not one but two beavers were spotted. Remember folks, they are cute, but do not scare, upset or disturb them.
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Trees honouring horses to be planted at Caledon Equestrian Park
      Equestrian Management Group (EMG) and the Caledon Equestrian Park in Palgrave have introduced a new program whereby trees can be planted in memory of a special horse. Beginning this May, memorial trees will be planted throughout the Caledon Equestrian Park and marked with a special granite plaque ...
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