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2nd Annual Peaceful Hearts’ Tarts 4 Hearts Buttertart Festival It’s that time of year again! That’s right, it’s the 2nd Annual Peaceful Hearts’ Tarts 4 Hearts Buttertart Festival… you won’t want to miss out on this! Last year’s event was such a huge hit; They sold out of 8,000 buttertarts in 3 hours - so they’re making plenty to go around this year! I mean, who doesn’t love BUTTERTARTS?! So, don’t make plans for Saturday, October 19 th and be sure to stop into the event

This summer has been a hot one so far! I have compiled a few great spots in Georgina to beat the heat and keep cool on those sweltering days! Grab An Ice Cream Cone At Moolicious! Located in the heart of Sutton just before the bridge you can find the popular Moolicious! Grab one of many Kawartha Dairy ice cream flavours offered and relax on their colourful Muskoka Chairs overlooking the Black River. With generous servings and extremely friendly staff you will be making Mool

Did you know – there is a local contest for Georgina residents AND non-residents, that runs all the way until September 9, 2019? It’s a community event that is free of charge, and open to all ages. If you are outdoorsy, and like to take pictures, this contest is for you! There are 3 categories of photos that will be judged: 1. Parks and green spaces We are lucky enough to have an abundance of Greenspaces all around Georgina. We have public parks and beaches (De La Salle and

Recreational Trails In Georgina Many Georgina residents take full advantage of our amazing recreational trails all around the area. Others, have little idea just how many exist! There are so many leisurely activities to do around Georgina, and we could all use more physical activity incorporated into our daily routines. So, I’m writing this to show-case some ideas to get you outside and moving on a regular basis. Let’s talk about how many recreational walking trails there act

Summer in Ontario… what could be better than that? Summer by the lake of course! We are blessed to have an amazing lake in our backyard and during the summer months there are a multitude of festivals that take place in communities by the shores of Lake Simcoe. Whether you live on or by the lake, here are some events that you should definitely get out to this summer! The City of Barrie on Kempenfelt Bay, hosts the most festivals of all these communities by far, with somethi

With the warmer weather finally breaking through the cold winter freeze, now is a great time to start thinking of all the amazing outdoor activities to enjoy this year. If you’re looking for a challenge to push yourself out of your comfort zone, Georgina will be hosting an incredible event this September that you won’t want to miss! The Georgina Waterfront Harvest Run will be taking place on Saturday September 7th, starting and ending at historic Clearwater Farm in Willow Bea

You might have heard of Georgina in passing but let me tell you, it is quickly becoming the place to live and love in South Central Ontario. As home prices continue to rise within the GTA, the entire area known as Georgina has become quite attractive for affordability and proximity to the city of Toronto for families that are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. So why move your family to Georgina you might ask? Well, I moved from midtown Toronto, ju

We as Canadians know that living in the North, we get to experience a great deal of long, cold winter days. But as these days start to grow longer, we begin to see the light. Spring is around the corner and it will be here before we know it! But instead of getting down about the winter blues, why not enjoy it while it lasts? We all know that at this time of year, the days can drag on. Are you looking to get the kids out of the house? Or break up your weekend of chores before

Every day, in every season when I walk or drive along the shores of Lake Simcoe in my small town I feel really blessed to live here and to enjoy the beauty of my lake. It saddens me that the water in our lake is threatened by huge amounts of plastic debris. 10,000 tonnes of plastic end up in the Great Lakes each year, and Lake Simcoe is a part of the Great Lakes chain, carrying that plastic into the ocean through the St. Lawrence River. Plastic water bottles and caps, food wr

There is so much happening in our town during the holiday season! Here are a couple festive activities that are taking place in our beautiful town for the entire family to enjoy: FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS & OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS Do you ever long for a simpler time? With all the pressure of a fast-paced, commercialized Christmas season, it may be nice to see how Christmas was celebrated back in the day. In a time before cellphones, apps and advertisements. Modern conveniences can b

Is it too soon to start getting excited about all of the fun and wonderful events that are coming up for the Holidays? As the parent of a wee one, I think not! (and even as a perpetual kid myself, I love the colourful lights and music of this season). To help you plan some activities, I’ve compiled a list of some of my favourite events around Lake Simcoe to jump-start the Festive Season: Saturday November 17th kicks off the season for me with the Keswick Santa Claus Parade

One of the best kept secrets in the Town of Georgina is our fantastic library system. What’s the big deal about libraries? Whether you’re new to Georgina or have been here for years, let me clue you in! Libraries are more than just warehouses for books, in fact there’s an exciting world waiting beyond the books, with something for everyone at every stage of life. For new residents, the library is the perfect place to find information about the community and resources availabl

There is still time to get to the park with your family before winter comes and you head for the hills (literally … the ROC has a giant skiing/snowboarding/tubing hill). Georgina is abundant with parks, beaches, and sometimes a combination of both. And right now is the perfect time to visit our top 3 hidden gems! Vista Park 72 West Park Heights, Keswick The name of the park says it all. Overlooking Cook’s Bay, Vista Park offers breaktaking views of the changing fall colours.