SouthFields Village Voice Vol 1, Issue 2

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Volume I, Issue II

Autumn 2010

Election TimeYour guide to local

politics

Day Tripping Autumn in the

hills of Caledon

Growing DirectionWhat the Canadian

Countryside Alliance is

doing for local farmers Hidden GemsFrom hot dogs & pub

nights to ! ne dining

eating local comes

with a great view

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Who and what is inside

Thank you to our contributors:Kenneth BokorRita LeslieMichele SkawskiNelson SantosKeirstyn EricChristine CooperAshley VolpeDr. Nibal KellowJen KibitlewskiRon Birk

Contents

Village news and updates page 4

Letters from Council page 5

July 17th: A day well spent page 6

Reviewing SouthFields o! cial day

Election roundup page 8

Municipal election primer

Curb appeal on a construction site page 10

Adding sanity through fantasy

Beware of the door-to-door hard sell page 11Knowing your rights

A wise investment page 12

Four tips for managing debt wisely page 12

True country charm in the village next door page 14For the love of Inglewood

The golden hills of Caledon page 15Best places to see fall colours

Caledon’s best places to eat page 16

Understanding local farmers page 18Karen Hutchinson weighs in

Great music good for more than your soul page 20

Must see and do places around town page 21

A crash course on Montessori education page 22

You are what you eat and so is your dog page 23

Be aware of acid wear page 23

The Ironman way page 24

We do that! page 24SouthFields local service directory

Lateral thinking page 25Puzzles and brain teasers

Festivals and events page 26

Fleeting moments and afterthoughts page 27

Community contact info page 28

Montessori Maven

Ashley Volpe

Send in your stu" ! Contributions are welcome and encouraged.

Send your stuff in to [email protected]

Advertising space is available. Local Service

Directory listing is free to all SouthFields Villagers.

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Welcome to the second issue of the SouthFields Village Voice and thank you for all the positive feedback received for the inaugural edition. " is publication truly is ‘our’ voice. It is a way for us to communicate, share knowledge and incite others to partake in our passions.

I encourage you to contribute your content, be it a poem, a photo, a drawing, an article, an advertisement, or a listing in the service directory. Incidentally, the ‘We Do " at Service Directory’ is free of charge to anybody who lives within the Village.

Over the past few years we have been hearing a lot about the importance of reducing carbon footprints and living locally. " is may translate to something slightly di# erent for every person, and every household. But, if you are anything like the majority the SouthFields Villagers that I have spoken with, it means that you are looking for a blend of the modern lifestyle and old school values.

I have to admit that the past couple of months have been hectic. " e Strawberry Fields Social was a huge success but it took a lot of work. What made it all worthwhile was having had the opportunity to connect with so many of my neighbours and seeing the excitement in everybody’s eyes for a chance to be part of the kind of community they had hoped that they bought in to.

We have a real chance here to create something unique. So, let me begin by saying that the word ‘subdivision’ is not part of the Village Voice vocabulary. We may be a bunch of houses located in close proximity to each other but we are the sort of community that will exude old-school charm and stand apart from the norm. (Well, the norm outside of Caledon).

Each issue of the Village Voice is centered on a theme. In June, it was all about the basics, attempting to answer the question “What is Caledon?” " is issue is focused on food. I hope you enjoy the read and please don’t be shy about sending in your comments.

All the best,

Yevgenia Casale

From the Editor’s Desk

South! elds Village Voice | Autumn 2010

Dear Village of SouthFields resident,I hope you are having a fantastic summer and enjoying your new home! " e past couple of months have really been exciting around here. We had a tremendous success with the 1st Annual Village of SouthFields

Day and a big thanks goes out to Yevgenia Casale for organizing and helping with an event that more then 150 existing and future residents attended.

I’ve been busy meeting as many people as I can to say hi and let you all know about our Residents Association. Our % rst meeting will be held on ! ursday, September 9th, 2010 (7 p.m.- 9 p.m.) at the Margaret Dunn Valleywood Branch of the Public Library, 20 Snelcrest Dr., Caledon. If you need more information on this location, just send me an email.

In the meantime let me share a few quick updates:

• " e Town’s Planning hold was li& ed at the end of March thereby increasing the number of permits for our area to approximately 425. Phase 2 construction is now underway.

• Regular waste pickup has commenced via the Region, including recyclables and yard waste. Check their website for details.

• " e MTO has plans to build a northbound o# -ramp and southbound on-ramp between Hwy. 410 and

Kennedy Rd. ETA is when roughly 75% of all the permits have been issued for the village.

• A Community Living seniors assisted living facility is planned for the site of the current Coscorp and Monarch construction trailers, with a height restriction of no more than 5 storeys.

• " e Elementary School o# Learmont Ave. is slated for opening for the 2011-2012 school year.

• Our park and community center will be located next to the school’s % elds (on the NW corner of Learmont and Larson Peak). Currently it is zoned as a multi-use park and we will be looking for resident feedback on what you want to see in there.

• Lastly, as you know eventually a small “downtown core” will be developed for small businesses. " ru the Residents Association, we have an opportunity to help de% ne the kind of businesses we want there.

We will discuss these and other items of interest at our Residents Association Meeting, on September 9th. At least one of our Town Councillors will be in attendance at the meeting. Please try to attend.

Note: " e room we have is not that big and these types of events are boring for kids, so I would advise that you not bring your children if at all possible. I look forward to a great turnout for our Meeting and I hope the rest of your summer is safe and happy.

Regards,Kenneth Bokor

SouthFields Villager Kenneth Bokor, an experienced community group leader has volunteered to lead the VSRA and encourages

residents to get involved for a strong, safe, and vibrant community.

A word from Kenneth Bokor

Congratulations to

our photo contest winner

SouthFields Villager

Nadia Marchuk

Winning entry:

“Housewarming Gi! ’.

Photo of a gi! from mother in-law,

Jane Mullins who designed and

cross-stitched the piece.

Presented by:

Tait Insurance & Financial

Services Ltd.

Nadia won a $100 Gi! Certi" cate to

Antica Osteria Italian Ristorante


For the past 13 years I have held the position of public school board trustee for the Town of Caledon. My role as trustee has enabled me to work with our community, the Region of Peel and the Province of Ontario.

My experience has allowed me to become knowledgeable of the needs of the residents of Caledon. Caledon is changing; we need to embrace our diversity and plan for our future and move on from the past. Issues that is paramount to ensuring a safe and healthy community, a green and environmental friendly community, fair property and business taxes and value for money.

I am an active volunteer in our community with the Caledon Du# erin Victim Services, Peel Children’s Aid Foundation. And I am a big sister to a Caledon child through the Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Peel, also I am member of the Caledon Chamber of Commerce, where I can have a an active voice to support our local business community.

Valerie M. Arnold-Judge, Peel District School Board Trustee

It has been my pleasure to serve the Ward 2 residents of the Town of Caledon for the past seven years as their elected representative—% rst for a three-year term as the Area Councillor and for this term as their Regional Councillor. We have

accomplished many things here in our Ward and it has happened because we have all worked hard together to make it happen.

Caledon is a community of communities and within Ward 2 we have many active and thriving communities—Cheltenham, Terra Cotta and Valleywood. As the Village of South% eld emerges, I am pleased that the new residents to our community are already actively forming a residents association and undertaking community events, to fully participate in the spirit of our community. Welcome!

I am very passionate about my job as your Regional Councillor and bring to the job the same committed work ethic I have applied throughout my entire working career.

At the local level change happens through the council and the local residents. " e Town of Caledon has been involved in a multi-year, ongoing strategic plan to provide clear and purposeful direction to steer Caledon’s future through the input and vision of its residents. " is is our community and we need to remain engaged in mapping out its future.

As your Regional Councillor, I remain committed to seeing that plan through to fruition.

Respectfully submitted,

Allan Thompson, Regional Councillor, Ward 2

Welcome to the Town of Caledon! As our newest neighbours in our “community of communities”, I am thrilled to have this opportunity to tell you what I am most proud of as your Mayor … speci% cally, the key

accomplishments we have made in making Caledon the % nest place in Canada in which to live, work and raise our families. Together, we have created a long-term % nancial plan that will deliver a strong, certain % nancial future for our community; a future that re! ects your vision for a well-planned Town where moderate growth is balanced against an enviable quality of life.

We have placed public safety, the environment, and Caledon’s preeminence, as one of Canada’s most desirable communities, at the forefront of all our planning and we have forged strong relationships with federal, provincial, and municipal leaders for the betterment of our community. We must continue to build upon the solid foundation we have created and I remain committed to creating a successful future for our Town. I respectfully ask for your continued support in helping me achieve our goals.

Marolyn Morrison, Mayor of the Town of Caledon

Letters from Council


July 17th, 2010: A day well spentby Yevgenia Casale

Saturday, July 17, 2010 was a day of historic signi% cance. It was the day that a subdivision became a community. Sure, there are many years of bonding and building still ahead of us.

But, on this Saturday, Caledon’s

Village of SouthFields, nestled at the feet of rolling countryside and farmland, earned the right to be proud.

You see, most of us were drawn to this place for remarkably common reasons. We wanted a place that

we could call home. We bought into the idea that it is possible to live, work and play locally. We fell in love with the notion of a safe and vibrant

community to raise our children and grow old in. " en, when the opportunity came to gather and celebrate our emerging Village, we jumped at it.

It was our % rst o+ cial event and we came out in droves, jumping at the chance to meet and mingle and get acquainted.

We danced to the Latin rhythms of Ivonne’s Zumba lesson and jived to the Mastery of Under the Sea by steel pan. We played mini-putt (care of Banty’s Roost, a local golf course), ate ice cream that ran down our wrists under the scorching sun, and we had fun!

But, we did more than that. We gave back in a big way, raising over $500 for Caledon’s Meals on Wheels and getting event sponsor Bullfrog to fuel one full MWh of renewable energy back into our local electricity grid.

" e best part is that we didn’t do it alone. Local businesses, Caledon town council and our builders responded with what can only be described as a big warm hug of welcome. " ey supported, sponsored and came out to celebrate with us. Without them, we couldn’t

have done it and a big thank you is due to all of them.

In particular, Broadway Farm’s Market, for not hesitating to let us use their land; Allan " ompson, for towing over his wagon for use as a stage and always being available; Caledon Parent Child Center, OPP and Fire% ghters for keeping the little ones happily busy.

Even Liberal leader Michael Ignatie# and his entourage came by for a Whistle Stop. With the Liberal Express parked close by, he shared with us how his mother used to drive for Meals on Wheels.

" en, the skies opened up, the rain came down, and just like that the event was over. But even though the tents nearly ripped out of the ground some things cannot be washed away. Like the Mayor’s plaque commemorating our First Annual Event. See you all next year!

Smiles all around at 1st

Annual SouthFields Day

Zumba on the farm

Banty’s mini-putt challenge

Villagers got a chance to meet both local and federal leaders

We got to press the buttons!

Special thanks to our event sponsors and all the volunteers

we couldn’t do it without you!


Each year Caledon Meals On Wheels provide programs to support the quality of life and to maintain independent living for seniors, physically or mentally challenged people, convalescents and the chronically ill.

At Caledon Meals on Wheels our motto is ‘feeding the community spirit’ and we do this by serving the residents of our community of any age with the delivery of hot and frozen meals, in-home visiting, telephone contacts, security checks, home support exercise programs, social lunches, card parties and administrative support.

One of our Clients that participates in several of our programs is Fredda.

Fredda has just turned 99 and still lives in the house that she moved into in 1932, she receives hot meals, daily and also takes part in our Home Exercise

program. Fredda really wants to retain her mobility so she can stay in her own home and is able to accomplish those little activities of daily living independently. She says she is really fortunate to have good people around

her and she really enjoys the daily visits from the volunteers, who are only too happy to help out and spend a little time with her.

It was an honor to be involved with the Strawberry Fields social event and not only meet the new residents but share information

about services that are available in the community.

We very much look forward to working together in the future to “feed the community spirit.”

Jennifer WalkerSupervisor of Programs and Volunteer Services, Caledon Meals on Wheels905-857-7651

Bringing dignity and comfort to seniors living independently

www.bullfrogpower.com

Thank you for choosing to bullfrogpower your event! Bullfrog Power

is pleased to present this Green Power Certificate, representing 1

MWh of clean, renewable electricity. Bullfrog Power will ensure that 1

MWh of EcoLogoM-certified green power is injected onto the Ontario

grid and the associated Green Power Certificates retired on behalf of

the Strawberry Fields Social, July 17th 2010.

Green Power Certificate


Caledon is standing at a crossroads and this October’s election is an

important one. " e next four years are going to be critical to Town growth and development.

" e hottest topics have to do with population growth and rock quarry mining. In a way, both have a lot to do with something known as the “White Belt”. " is is basically the land that is le& over from the 80% of Caledon that has not been declared part of the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine, or the Niagara Escarpment.

Many believe " e Rockfort Quarry, if permitted to proceed, will have signi% cant implications for both local residents and for the environment. According to the Coalition of Concerned

Citizens (www.coalitioncaledon.com), it risks the integrity of the Credit River. “If they dig as deep as we believe that they will, it will ultimately impact the signi% cant wetlands that feed the Credit River, the last cold water % shery river in Southern Ontario,” said Mayor Morrison.

“We were planning on retiring and not running again but became so concerned with where the opposition is going that we just wanted to make sure people had a choice,” the Mayor said, as she stopped by during a recent walk through the Village.

Ward 5 Regional Councillor Annette Groves has repeatedly spoken out against Caledon’s planning direction. " e Ward 5 Councillor feels that the Town’s

current approach to development is not holistic enough.

Having been voted down numerous times at Caledon Council, the Councillor put an unsuccessful motion forward at the Regional level, to make local planning decisions related to growth.

“I did not support ROPA 24 because it did not undertake a comprehensive review of growth, ” said Councillor Groves.

" e May% eld West plan is what permitted us to have homes within the Village of SouthFields. However, going forward it will be increasing important to ensure that the elected Council develops and implements appropriate infrastructure solutions to support the growth. Otherwise you might as well move back to Brampton.

Election roundup

The next Municipal Election will be held on Monday, October 25, 2010.

The Municipal Elections Act, 1996, as amended, requires all wishing to run in the 2010 municipal election to ! le nomination papers by 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 10, 2010.

Make sure your information is correct on the Caledon Municipal Elections Voter’s List by calling the Clerk’s Department at905.584.2272 ext. 4168.

What to bring with you

Bring proof of address and valid photo identi! cation.

Advanced polls for Ward 2 will be held at Town Hall (6311 Old Church Road, 905.584.2272) & Margaret Dunn Branch of the Public Library(20 Snelcrest Dr, 905-843-0457) as follows:

Friday, October 8, 20107:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Town Hall

Saturday, October 9, 20108:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., library

Wednesday, October 13, 20107:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Town Hall

Saturday, October 16, 20108:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., library

This election is a critical to the future of Caledon West.

Don’t miss your chance to have a say!

Why bother

Town Council governs day-to-day services on which you depend (i.e. ! re and police services, parks, public libraries). They decide how property tax dollars are spent and the level and range of municipal services made available to you.

School Board Trustees develop and implement educational programs, budgets, manage facility and property issues, and set policies and procedures that govern Board opoperation.

Caledon Votes

2010


Allan P. ! ompson, IncumbentSeeking his second term

as Regional Councillor. Served term as Area Councillor for Ward 2, and subsequently elected to Regional Council in 2006.

Tom E. DolsonAccording to the Caledon Citizen, this

is the Cheltenham area dairy farmer’s % rst venture into politics.

Candidates for Mayor

Ward 2 Regional Councillor Candidates

Ward 2 Area Councillor Candidate

Gordon McClure, IncumbentSeeking his second term as Area Councillor. Campaign based on Rockfort Quarry and Valleywood’s roads & signage.

Du" erin-Peel Catholic District School Board

Trustee Candidates

Peel District School Board Trustee Candidates

Marolyn A. Morrison, IncumbentSeeking third term as

Mayor. 21 years of public service as a Peel’s Ward 2 Regional Councillor & Public School Board Trustee.

Annette GrovesServed as Municipal Councillor

since 2000 and as Ward 5 Regional Councillor since 2003.

Putting faces to namesThe information provided here was based on the ! led nominations for the 2010 Municipal Elections, as of August 10, 2010.

Check for the o# cial list after September 10th, 2010http://caledon.ca/contentc/townhall/departments/administration/2010Nominations.pdf

For speci! c questions about candidates’ platforms contact them using the information provided on that list.

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Frank Di Cosola, IncumbentBrought Catholic high

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Klaus HertelEntrepreneur, educated in economics. Worked in

Europe and the United States. Church: St. John Evangelist Catholic Community, Dundalk.

Valerie M. Arnold-JudgeServed 13 years as Peel District

Public School Board Trustee.

Stan CameronFull-time Psychology professor,

Centennial College. Wellspring Chinguacousy cancer support centre volunteer. Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentor.

Fraser Williamson 35-year old auctioneer’s third try at

School Board Trustee seat. Mandate: Fight all-day kindergarten. Volunteers with Scouts and church.

Karen J. McDonaldPalgrave stay-at-home mother

of 4, with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Calgary. Experience includes volunteering and being co-chairing parent involvement committee.

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Once upon a time, in the land of construction, between the rhythmic sounds of hammers, soothing sounds of drills and intoxicating smell of earth, as somebody’s

perfect dwelling is being unveiled, you realize that you are a citizen of “Strawberry Fields forever”. For those seeking sanity, you can start right at your own front door.

Your vision for your new castle is like a fairy tale waiting to come true. Opening the door to

the fountain of youth will help drown out the sounds of building chaos. It is always best to use your imagination when trying to % nd peace ... make sure you add a little to your kingdom. " e fountain could be the lawn sprinkler that keeps your grass alive.

Add a throne to your kingdom that will allow you to relax and enjoy the view of the pond le& behind by the rain. Choose rustic wooden chairs, a modern black rod

iron bench, or revamp an old piece with new cushions. All will stand up well to the elements of exterior

construction.

Colour is key. Help so& en the concrete surroundings

with plants. Purples, blues and greens bring a sense of calming. Cool nights with yellows, oranges and reds add warmth to your

atmosphere when choosing ! owers. Remember to recapture your visitors’ sense of smell by adding potted plants of roses, lavender, carnations or anise hyssop.

Express your individuality when choosing your door mat. It’s the % rst thing your guests will see when entering your new home. Whether the message reads “go away” ... “the grumpy

man lives here” ... “here resides the king and queen”...

etc., the message you imprint on your guests will set the mood for all that cross your threshold.

Accessories and warm lighting is always inviting. Unless you’d like to enjoy your new space without any guests, in that case I advise you not to turn on the lights.

Hooray the grass is in to settle the dirt. " e driveway is paved and your vehicle no longer sports a brown % lm. Hmm, sounds like reality is knocking at your front door.

SouthFields Villager Rita Leslieowns and operates Jacobi Designs,

specializing in Interior & Exterior Decorating

Curb appeal on a construction site: Going from ‘Oy’ to ‘Ace’by Rita Leslie

Gardens begin

with imagination

Ignore the obvious, reality

will catch up soon enough

PoPoPoPoPoPotted plants can really dress

things up

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Beware of the door-to-door hard sell


Congratulations on your decision to Live in Caledon. Not only have you made an incomparable lifestyle choice, you have also made a wise investment. Although moving is probably the last thing on your mind, (unless it is to think: “thank goodness it’s over”) you do want to know that when it is time to sell, that your money has been working for you.

Homes on the west side of Caledon tend to be older than the neighbouring city subdivisions, and people wanting to move here o& en have to sacri% ce modern styling and % nishes for the natural beauty, wide open spaces, and sense of community that we o# er.

" e Village of SouthFields is a great investment because it answers the need for newer, and more varied housing in Caledon, plus, the “Live, Work, Play” concept of " e Village centre will recreate the atmosphere and camaraderie of Caledon’s more established communities.

As " e Village of SouthFields matures, it is sure to be a draw for people who want to feel the quaintness, safety and friendship of village life while having access to city amenities.

Michele Skawski is a resident of nearby Cheltenhamand specializes in the Caledon West real estate market.

A wise investment….by Michele Skawski

Four tips for managing debt wiselyby Nelson Santos

Your Caledon Real Estate Connection

Michele Skawski Sales Representative

Caledon Home Office: 905-838-5012

Office: 416-220-4728

[email protected]

Welcome to Caledon & Congratulations on the formation of

The Village of SouthFields Residents Association.

It is the first step towards creating a vibrant,

involved community.

As Caledon’s newest residents, you may find my website helpful. LiveinCaledon.ca

has Community Events, Homeowner Resource Information, and, of course,

Real Estate Listings & Information.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any

questions that you would like to see

answered in this newsletter

or privately, by phone or email.

Moving to a new country can be an expensive venture. Making large simultaneous investments towards a car, a house or your post-secondary education can be challenging. Yet, these items are o& en necessary.

Managing debt can be a challenge. RBC o# ers the following tips to manage debt wisely:

• Pay o# high interest debt % rst: Make a list of your debt, along with the interest rates of each. " is will help identify which

debts to pay o# % rst. " e key is to minimize interest costs, so paying o# debt with the highest interest rates is a good starting point.

• Assessing your debt: In some cases it’s considered a good investment to borrow money to purchase something that will be worth more in the future, such as a mortgage, which will leave you with a % nancial asset when it’s paid o# .

• Be aware of “Buy Now Pay Later” o# ers: make sure you have the

funds to pay the bill before it is due. If not, you may owe the interest from the time of the initial purchase and o& en a very high interest rate.

• Track your spending – Use RBC’s online banking tools, such as my Finance Tracker, to help keep tabs on your monthly spending so you know exactly where your money is going.

Nelson Santos manages the RBC branchat May! eld and Hwy. 10


! e Town is poised for growth. ! e

Village Voice asked how ready we

really are. ! is is what we were told:

In working through the provincial Places to Growth legislation, the Region of Peel and the Town of Caledon have achieved a model for controlled growth regarding population and employment numbers across the region. An important component of the Town’s planning process is the increased emphasis on long-term planning and % scal impact analysis for proposed new development. " e Town’s % rst-ever Community-Based Strategic Plan, along with the Town’s Long-term Strategic Financial Plan, and other important departmental master plans also complement the Town’s in-depth planning process.

" e Purchasing division has implemented a transparent, accountable and competitive purchasing process to obtain and secure the lowest bids for Town work. Signi% cant cost savings have also been realized through

purchasing consortiums and bulk purchases.

Capital Projects and Property Management manages capital facilities, major renovations and new construction to avoid costly project management consultant costs. Asset Management focuses on long-term planning on major infrastructure projects.

" rough the Town’s Long-term Strategic Financial Planning process, contingencies have been made for economic downturns, unexpected expenditures and liabilities. For example, through a corporate re-organization, the Town has created two new divisions to concentrate on asset management and procurement activities.

A winter maintenance reserve fund is a component of the Town’s Long-term Strategic Financial Planning. " e Town has also upgraded its ! eet to ensure good, reliable and e+ cient

equipment is ready to deal with winter events. As well, the Town is able to procure stand-by services from private contractors to assist in the event of unusual storm demands.

While the Town always takes a proactive approach to current economic signals, long-term, sustainable planning remains our benchmark. Ongoing commitment to attracting commercial and industrial investment to the Town has not only positioned Caledon as a prime location to live, work and play in the GTA, it has also shown that this is a municipality that works with business to maintain Caledon’s high quality of life.

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True country charm in the village next doorby Keirstyn Eric

For the past seven years, I have been lucky enough to call Inglewood my village. As a life long city dweller yearning to escape for as long as I can remember, Inglewood is everything I had always imagined country living would be. " e rolling vistas, the

meandering credit river and the spirit of those that live in this town still leaves me with a sense of awe and wonder. " is is a place where you have the privilege of being at one with nature and with your community at the same time - a rare % nd these days.

You can imagine my excitement when I heard, back in 2008 that Inglewood was going to be the host of a Farmer’s Market as part of the Eat Local Caledon Movement. I could shop local and eat local by talking a 5 minute walk down the trail? Fantastic! And fantastic it has been. Every Wednesday evening, my daughter and I head down to the market where she can do cra& s and enjoy rock candy and I can shop around for fresh local produce, homemade treats, organic meats, locally grown perennials and

any number of other items. If I can’t % nd it at the Farmer’s Market itself, I can always head into the Inglewood General Store, for any number of amazing local foods, gi& s, jewelry

and clothing or indulge in a cool treat! Moosetracks ice cream at the General Store is arguably the best ice cream ever.

" e Farmer’s Market is more than just convenient and local, it’s also a place where community comes together. Where people come to dine on whatever’s fresh o# the grill, to listen to the live music and to celebrate a local movement towards a healthier

body and a healthier planet. " e very best part is that everyone’s welcome! With country charm and hospitality, the vendors, organizers

and locals at the market are some of the friendliest folk around. Don’t

take my word for it. Come and check it out for yourself.

" e Inglewood Farmer’s Market takes place outside

the Inglewood General Store on McLaughlin Rd. every Wednesday evening from 3:30PM to 7:00PM until October 6th. For more information visit www.eatlocalcaledon.org.

Keri Eric is a regular at the Inglewwod Farmer’s Market and an active member of the Village of Inglewood Association, an organization renown for their many successes in building community spirit.

Inglewood Day, an annual event, inspired us to establish our own annual Village of

SouthFields Day, on July 17th.

Watermelon Contest on Inglewood Day

A moment in Inglewood

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Photograph by Patti Foley, “Riverside Path at the Forks of the Credit”

The golden hills of Caledonby Christine Cooper

As the seasons change one of the highlights in Caledon is the stunning beauty of the fall colours. Caledon is home to some of the most majestic and breathtaking fall scenery in the province and it is all here right in our own backyard. Following the winding road of the Forks of the Credit, you will be in absolute awe of the copper kissed foliage along the Credit river. " ere are a few spots for family picnics and for those who to aspire to nature photography, it just doesn’t get any better than this.

Along the way be sure to check out some of Caledon’s small hamlets, such as Belfountain or Cataract where you can stop for refreshments or enjoy a lovely lunch. Be prepared though, due to the popularity of the colours of Caledon, the

tra+ c through this area is much heavier than usual. " e town has designated parking areas along di# erent sections of the Forks of the Credit.

For more information and a map/guide to the Forks of the Credit and a viewing guide for the town visit their website at http://www.town.caledon.on.ca/contentc/discover/2005-v2.pdf

Christine Cooper is a local blogger, residing in Bolton. “You`ve got to go to the Bolton Fall Fair, held September 24-26, 2010. It’s a lot of

fun!” says Christine.


I like to tell people a little story about our % rst night in town. A& er % nally removing everything from our last house, signing all the paperwork, and depositing the lawyer’s cheque we wanted to go out and celebrate. We got in the car in search of a nice place to eat, in Caledon!

We were excited and everybody was hungry. We drove around in search

of % ne fare and discovered…

the % rst di# erence between city and country life: If you don’t know where you are going you are going to end up buying a ready made pizza because the rotisserie chicken is all done for the night.

We were shattered. Okay, not shattered but the night didn’t turn out the way we had hoped. Where were all the quaint shops and % ne fair?

We found the bicycle shop, perfectly manicured lawns and lots of cows. Just not the kind that don’t go “moo” if you

poke them. Sure, we could have gone to an old haunt but we just moved to Caledon and that’s where we wanted to eat.

" e next morning, you would think I was busy unpacking my new house. Not me! I had a new mission in life: To % nd the

% ne fair.

What I learned is that out in the country things tend to be where you least expect to % nd them. For example, if you are in the mood for some bacon and eggs, or a grilled chicken wrap, consider the Brampton Flight Centre’s Wing’s Bar &

Grill. " e % rst time I went, I asked somebody who was just leaving if it was any good. He didn’t hesitate to say: “Very good! " at’s why I ! y in from Sudbury just for lunch.” You get to hear that a lot when you go.

" e Brampton Flight Center isn’t all that far from " e Village and de% nitely worth trying. In addition to the food you can relax with a good book from their library or admire the planes. Model hang from the ceiling and real ones are just outside the window. " ere is even a volunteer run War Planes museum across the parking lot. On a good day you might even catch them taking one of the museum’s exhibits up for a run.

Caledon’s best places to eat come with a great view

“I like doing banquets,” says Wings Flight

Grill’s Chef, Chris Markoff.


" e menu o# ers everything from lean wraps to juicy burgers. " e place is clean and friendly. It is run by the Flight Centre and operated by some of the most genuine people you could meet.

A relatively new addition to the Caledon food o# ering is the Sprit Tree Estate Cidery, o# Boston Mills Road. If you are in the mood for really yummy bread and apple cider, it is the place to be. " e view is nice, too.

Fantastic hot dogs and juicy burgers are closer than you think. Banty’s Roost Golf & Country Club, located a few minutes from " e Village, o# ers a pro golf shop, a# ordable golf, elegant banquet facilities and when all you want is a quick bite, some of the tastiest fast food around. " ey even have a licensed patio with a spectacular view.

If you would rather sink your teeth into the best pizza outside of Italy, give Pizza Bay a call. " ey o# er free delivery to " e Village and are a short drive for pickup orders.

For take-out of a more home cooked variety, consider dropping in on Broadway’s Farm market. " ere is a wide assortment of unbelievably delicious, ready made food at the hot table, behind the deli counter and in the freezers.

For sit-down Italian home cooking, you absolutely have to make a point of going to Antica Osteria. If it passed the test with my husband and brother-in-law, born and raised on Italian home cooking, you know

the food is good. With its authentic old-school charm it’s and ideal spot for anything from an intimate dinner out to a major milestone celebration. " ey are located at Hurontario and May% eld, making them virtually walking distance from " e Village.

On the topic of places to go for a drink, I hear that the Terracotta Inn has a hidden gem of a tavern beneath the high-end dining on the main level. If you are up toward Caledon East, I’m told that the Caledon Inn is a really nice spot, as well.

Another great destination point for a few drinks or a relaxing dinner is " e Belfountain Inn. " e drive there is almost as beautiful as the food. Chef Rossy has committed to the CCA 50K challenge and o# ers locally grown menu options. " e dishes are very tasty and o& en come with a bit of a kick.

Having bought and moved in to a new home meant that we used all our vacation time and budget on moving related things. Instead, we have been spending the summer exploring the Caledon countryside. Normally, the time away would have been sorely missed. Not this year! Caledon has so much to o# er that between the new house and the stu# I can’t % nd yet, it still feels like I’m on an extended holiday.

Just remember, country establishments work on a slightly di# erent schedule. A lot of places are closed on Mondays (and possibly Tuesdays) so it is always best to call ahead.

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Living in Caledon means living in close proximity

to locally grown food. We sat down with Karen

Hutchinson, a prominent member of the Eat Local

movement, to get her views.

Q: What are the hot button issues for local growers?

A: " ese typically revolve around farm viability and local food distribution networks and infrastructure. Ontario food is subject to stricter controls for: growing and inspections at all stages throughout the food chain, higher costs due to regulations such as minimum wage, (town) planning and other regulations on farm % elds. Further, Ontario food producers are competing with a distribution model that provides and guarantees food from all over the world on a 24 hour/7 day a week basis.

" e past 50 years have seen a globalization of food. We lost the capacity to provide our own food. " e system that grows, processes and distributes food needs to be updated. " at is happening slowly from the bottom up with a renaissance in local food and farming from consumers and grassroots organizations concerned about health, local economies and the environment. We need regulations for small local abattoirs that process for the local market.

Q: People like to go to

grocery stores. ! ey feel that

the store is more accountable

than some guy at a farmer’s

market or at the side of the

road.

A: Ontario food is subject to some of the strictest food regulations in the world and they produce what would we could say is the safest food in the world. Most of the recent crisis involving food have come from other countries and from large processing plants.

Q: Where do you see

farming going in years

to come, with so many using their farms as their

retirement plans and selling them o" when their kids

don’t choose to go into the family business

A: In March the Eat Local Caledon Team was at a local food and farming conference in Kitchener and I was amazed at the number of young new farmers and farmer “wantabees” who were there. " ere is de% nitely a whole new group of young people who want to be

farmers, but they may not be from farm backgrounds.

It is also incredible what is going on with Urban Youth and the projects then are taking on. I

think there is a very bright future for farming, it will be di# erent than it is today, but we will still need to make sure it is viable from an economic standpoint.

To me the key issue is why do we have farmers with net negative incomes and hungry families in Canada – can we really a# ord to play around with our overall food security. We need to be food self-su+ cient and do it in a way that is culturally diverse, economically viable, socially sustainable and environmentally friendly. " at is why we need to support the development of the local food and farming system.

Understanding local farmers: Karen Hutchinson weighs in

“there is a very bright future for farming,

it will be di" erent than it is today, but we

will still need to make sure it is viable”


Local duo Karen Hutchinson and Jennifer Clark are the forces of nature behind the Caledon-based not-for-pro% t corporation called Caledon Countryside Alliance (CCA). In 2009, they made the annual “In the Hills Magazine” Local Heroes list.

" e CCA runs various programs supporting sustainable living through eating locally grown food. " e Alliance is currently funded by a variety of sources, including fundraising, donations, foundations, and government support. In April of 2009, the CCA was awarded a three-year grant for Eat Local Caledon and a small grant from the Community Go Green Fund for a new program called, “Take a Bite Out of Climate Change”.

" e CCA has received numerous awards including Awards of Rural Excellence, Ontario Trillium Foundation’s Great

Grants Award, and Friends of the Credit’s Credit Valley Conservation Award.

" is past July the CCA descended on Town Hall to stress the importance of promoting local growers. As a result, September was declared “Eat Local Month.”

According to the July 29th Caledon Enterprise article “Caledon chefs commit to local foods ,” they brought

local chefs along to launch the 50K Commitment and to promote Caledon Crunch.

Sound of a thousand

crunches

" is year, Caledon Crunch takes place on September 29th, when thousands of elementary students across town all bitting into Caledon-grown apples, at the

same time.

Cooking local

Local chefs from " e Belfountain Inn, Flapjacks Restaurant, Market Hill Café, Millcro& Inn, Ray’s 3rd

Generation Bistro Bakery, Soup du Jour, " e Tea Boutique and Village Bistro have committed to o# er ongoing local food options at their restaurants from June 1st to December 1st, 2010. " ese chefs are sourcing ingredients for their local dishes from within 50 kilometres of their restaurants. " ey are visiting local farms, shopping at farmers’ markets, accepting farm-truck deliveries, growing their own food, and even preserving in-season harvest for the winter months.

Championing the local cause

Local Heros Karen Hutchinson and Jennifer Clark are a welcome staple

at local farmer’s markets and are usually putting on cooking demos,

showcasing fresh ideas for seasonal market offerings.

Broadway Farm’s Market is a proud supporter of local agriculture. The Livingston Family has been farming in Caledon since 1952. Today we operate a year round butcher shop and food market.We strive to be recognized for providing the best possible quality available.

At our market you will enjoy a large selection of frfresesh h lolocacalllly y grgrowown n memeatat, frfresesh h prprepepararededentrees and baked goods.

Eating close to home not only strengthensththe e lolocacal l ececononomomy y bubut t itit a alslso o gigiveves s ththee

consumer the confidence ofwhere and how their food isgrown and processed.

We hope to get to know you and yourfamily and look forward to helping to provideyou with the rich wholesome farm foods wehave grown up with.

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" e next time you sit down to dinner, you may want to think twice before ! ipping on the TV. Your favourite CD or radio station will make your meal go down much better.

Scientists at the University of Maryland Medical Center have found that listening to your favourite music while eating has a positive e# ect on motility, the speed and strength of muscle contraction within the digestive tract. In other words, music that makes you happy also makes it easier for your body to process the food you eat.

" e study % ndings, presented in New Orleans on November 11th, 2008 at the Scienti% c Sessions of

the American Heart Association, reported that the “emotions aroused by joyful music caused the inner lining of blood vessels to expand, thereby increasing blood ! ow.”

" e results matched similar % ndings, by the same group, from a 2005 study which measured the e# ects of laughter on cardiovascular function.

“We had previously demonstrated that positive emotions, such as laughter, were good for vascular health. So, a logical question was whether other emotions, such as those evoked by music, have a similar e# ect,” said principal investigator and Directory of Preventative Cardiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Michael Miller, M.D.

On the topic of music, the local scene is bursting with talent. If you can get Radio Caledon (105.5FM (CJFB) and 102.7FM), it’s a good start. " ey love to promote all things local and are always open to showcasing new music. To satisfy your craving for local classical talent, there’s the Caledon Chamber Concerts. Finally, let’s not forget all the local events around town. You will usually % nd a great act on stage and great food nearby.

Great music good for more than your soul

Rusty’s garlic loves a good tune

You may have heard that talking to and playing classical music near your plants helps them grow better. Rusty Ephemeris, owner of Musical Garlic Farm, certainly seems to think so. He’s a regular at the Inglewood Farmer’s Market and very passionate about his work. Aromatic proof

A typical day at the market. Be it the live music of local talent in Inglewood or Caledon Radio broadcasting live from the parking lot of the Albion Bolton Community Center, great food and great music are

never too far apart in Caledon.Photograph submitted by Jennifer Clark, of CCA.

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" ere are certain things we remember forever: Weddings, graduations, funerals, births, Sunday drives out in the country, and family outings to local farms. " ese are life shaping moments that help de% ne who we become as adults and how we raise our own children.

Long before we started spending too much time in our cars, many of us might still remember the days when mom took us strawberry picking. For me, I know these are some of my fondest memories.

Looking back, I am not so sure that she was any less busy than I am today. She had to start fresh in a new country, learn a new language, go back to school, earn enough to help cover the basic essentials, and still raise me. " e only di# erence is that we didn’t live so close to Downey’s.

Run by their family since 1920, the 215 acre farm features a renovated dairy barn that houses a farmer’s

market with an in-house bakery. When you go, be sure to try a pumpkin donut. Personally, I had no idea you could make a pumpkin taste that good and don’t get me started on their candy apples, Grandma Ruth’s fudge, or chocolate birthday cake that still makes my mouth water!

" ere is always something going on at Downey’s, be it Lunch With Santa, Mother’s Day Tea, Easter Egg Scramble, Pumpkin Festival, U-pick berries, the seven acre Corn

geMaze, fresh fruit and vegetables, a

petting corral, exploring a pirate ship, watching Ontario’s largest goat walk, riding tricycles on the trike track, golf in the mini-putt, wagon rides, playing in the giant sandbox, or shopping at the country store. If you have not been there yet, you are de% nitely missing out.

In addition to being a popular choice for schools and birthday parties, Downey’s o# ers something for discerning adult tastes, as well. Downey’s Estate Winery counts itself amongst the top ten fruit wineries in Canada. " eir Framboise Ice Wine is ranked as Canada’s top fruit wine.

My personal favourites are the Black Currant and the Baco Noir. We always keep a bottle or two on hand, in case of unexpected visitors or dinner invitations.

Downey’s Farm Market & Wineryis just north of # e Village at

13682 Heart Lake Road. Caledon, L7C 2J5905-838-2990

[email protected]

Must see and do places around town

Downey’s is run by John, Ruth and their daughter,

Darlene. Son Greg, grows crops for the farm. Sons and

daughter Ian, Dave, and Donna, continue to help out

during busy seasons and festivals.


A crash course on Montessori educationby Ashley Volpe

" e Montessori Education program was developed over 100 years ago by Maria Montessori. Maria was the % rst woman in Italy to receive a medical degree, and work in the % elds of psychiatry, education and anthropology.

Montessori discovered that young children responded best when taught through sensory exploration and guided construction of knowledge. She created a specialized program, gear for children aged six and under, to gain essential life skills such as learning to pour, buckle and zip.

Practical skills are taught in speci% c steps to allow for memory enhancement and concentration building. Every activity is designed for a purpose. For example, when a child is learning to pour; he is gaining self-control, patience and independence. She is also building the wrist and % ne motor

skills in the hand. As the program progresses, these skills improve a child’s readiness for writing.

Practical Life activities are created to build the child’s foundation for learning. " e Montessori approach emphasizes the need to

build trust between a student and teacher, to encourage a sense of appreciation and responsibility for

their environment. " is forges a loving, peaceful, and calm spoken community. " e techniques used support satisfaction and pride in personal accomplishments. When children begin to love what they do, they naturally want to continue to succeed.

By the end of the program children begin to write, gain math skills (such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), and have an understanding that their decisions impact more than just themselves. Montessori teachers believe that every child is born with a

unique potential that needs to be “revealed”, rather than being a “blank slate” to be in! uenced and moulded.

Ashley Volpe owns and operatesHome Sweet Home Montessori Academy

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" e diet of an average house dog should be comprised of around 40% meat or protein, 50% veggies and fruit, and about 10% carbohydrates (the nutritional needs of dogs change in certain instances, such as during pregnancy and illness). In nature, dogs are omnivores; they will eat fruit, veggies and greens, as well as live prey. If a dog catches and consumes a mouse, for example, the mouse also will likely have grains or greens in their system, which the dog is then also ingesting.

A dog would rarely have the natural opportunity to kill and consume a cow, yet we feed them beef. I’ve never seen a dog walk past a wheat % eld and stop for a snack. I have, however, witnessed many dogs take a chomp out of a patch of clover or other wild greens. A wild dog will also rarely have a consistent supply of the exact same protein

source for every day of its 10 year life. Many of us feed our dogs the exact same kibble and other highly processed, low quality protein foods, comprised of carbohydrate sources that they would never consume in nature. Mother nature is % nally % ghting back in the form of allergies and food sensitivities. It’s time we, as pet

owners, took notice.

Much of the commercially available pet food uses ingredients that most people would

not want to know about

(what exactly is a “meat by-product”?). Even the best “organic” pet kibble is processed on the same machines and belts used for low-grade generic dog food.

" e next time you’re at the farmer’s market, pick up a few extra green

beans and a chicken breast for your dog. Use olive oil, and herbs such as parsley and rosemary, ingredients that have natural bene% ts for the skin and organ systems. Serve a bit of rice with it, and you’ve got a complete meal that your dog will de% nitely thank you for. Stay away from heavy seasonings such as pepper and onions. Search online for a list of foods NOT to feed your dog (things such as chocolate and avocados are no-no’s). Talk to your vet. Do research. Let your dog tell you what he needs. I promise he already has been… we just don’t always take the time to listen.

Jen Kibitlewski a regular atInglewood’s Farmer’s Market,

owns Kibbie’s Caledon Critters,specializing in gourmet dog treats

You are what you eat and so is your dogby Jen Kibitlewski

Dog treats made with human-grade

food make happy pets

Acid wear is the process where the protective layer of tooth enamel so& ens and is gradually lost through repeated exposure to acidic foods, drinks, or stomach acids. Over time, this wear can leave the tooth weakened and sensitive.

How does it happen?" e acid in many foods and drinks – including fruit, fruit juices, some so& drinks (even diet drinks) and wine – can damage your teeth by so& ening the enamel surface and making it more susceptible to wear.

Good tipsTry to reduce the consumption of acid and avoid brushing your teeth for at least ½ hour a& er having any acids.

Dr. Kellow Passat,SouthFields Villager

owns and operates May! eld Dental

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Acidity levels of some

food and drinks:

Cola drinks Medium

White wine Medium

Red wine Medium

Grapefruit juice High

Apple Juice High

Energy drink High

Salad dressing High

Be Aware of Acid Wearby Dr. Nibal Kellow Pasat


In future articles we will get into more speci% cs. Here are the basics.

Water

Water is essential. Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily. When you drink less than what your body requires, your body’s defence mechanism kicks in. " e result is a bloated look, as your body holds the water.

Everything is good in moderation. Energy drinks are a good example. Avoid too much salt, as well as drinks containing re% ned sugar, such as fruit juices and pop. You want to hold water in your muscles.

Not between your skin and your muscles.

Eat more often

Constantly feeding your body means that it does not need to store the food. Eat six meals a day (breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner, snack).

Consume carbs early

Your body needs at least one gram of protein for one pound of body weight to gain muscle. Good sources of protein are chicken, eggs, % sh, cottage cheese, protein drink, skim

milk, etc. For women, soy is a good alternative but contains too much estrogen for men.

After workout meal

To maximize the positive impact of a good workout, follow it with a meal containing carbs and protein. A balanced meal containing 60% carbs, 30% protein, and 20% fat is the right choice.

Ron Birk is a personal trainer& SouthFields Villager

The Ironman Wayby Ron Birk

Welcome Wagon comes to

Village of SouthFields

2010 marks 80 years of Welcome Wagon service. Across Canada, Welcome Wagon has been helping families with moving and relocation, as well as welcoming new brides and babies.

A representative will be bringing a basket of goodies to each home that has not received one yet from " e Village Voice. If you have a wedding or a new baby to celebrate be sure to let them know. For a visit call 1-866-283-7584 or go to

www.welcomewagon.ca.

We do that! Village of SouthFields

Service DirectoryJL Tutoring Home Services Joe Lise 905.996.0277 [email protected] Bookkeeping Services Stanley Watroba 905.495.7035 [email protected] Market Travel Teresa Watroba 905.846.3684 [email protected] Designs Rita Leslie 416.206.6829 [email protected]

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Autumn is the time for studio tours and open doors. It is a great chance to meet local artists and even % nd a few things to hang on your walls. When Caledon is at its peak, between apple picking, pumpkin festivals, Brampton and Bolton Fall Fairs, trails, and enjoying fall colours, there is no shortage of something to do.

Caledon Day (October 2nd, 2010 at Caledon Town Hall)is a not-to-be-missed event. " ere is something for everybody. " e Waxmen will be on stage just

before the huge % reworks display, at the end of the night. " is time, even the rain won’t stop them from playing. Included is a heritage bus tour, a family village with children’s

activities, a classic car show, artisans, beer garden, vendors, Caledon café, live music and lots more.

If you`ve got kids make a point of going to the Inglewood General Store as a trick or treat stop a& er you have checked out the corn maze and stu# ed your own scarecrow at Downey’s Farm.

While we are on the topic of kids, make sure to book a ride on the Santa Train (www.santatrain.ca/). We hear tickets go fast so you have to book early.to book early.

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When living on a construction site, each day brings new developments. One day you are wondering if you’ll ever drive a car that

isn’t covered in dust and the next you come home and have a front lawn covered in grass. One day you sit in your kitchen and watch cows grazing as you eat your morning toast and the next you discover that the people moving in to the house behind yours have the potential of turning into life-long family friends.

Change is all around you and you feel like for a few short months of your life you reside in a surreal parallel universe that can only be fully appreciated by your neighbours. " is is how communities emerge, through mutual admiration for a life in a state of suspension.

You still go to work and you still eat dinner and you still take your kids to soccer practice. But, your home is on unassumed land. " at means something. It means

that you live in the land of dreams and possibilities. It is as liberating as unpainted walls that you have every intention of painting but just have not picked out the right colour yet.

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