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September Uxbridge Town TalkTRANSCRIPT
local products | reader photos | orange treat ies | shel ter adopt ion
vol 4 | issue 8 | sept 2012
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Welcome to the new look of Uxbridge Town Talk! On the eve of our third anniversary, we decided to shake things up a bit with a modern, unique size, cleaner look and themed issues each month. We hope you love it as much as we do. Between our staff, we have 5 cats, 2 dogs, 2 rats and a talking parrot, and we daily exchange stories this menagerie bring into our lives. So it seemed fi tting to kick off our new design with an ode to animals. This pet issue includes shelter adoption, a reader photo contest, animal lover products and tackles the heartbreak of saying goodbye. Watch the roads as our kids head back to school and enjoy the cooler nights of early fall. Coming up next month: the artists of Uxbridge. Enjoy!
4Town Talk Tidbits
5 Unsung HeroKathy Dudley
6 Local ProductsShow your animal love
7Guest ColumnShelter Adoption
8Community Calendar
11OpinionOn Saying Goodbye
12Reader PhotosPet Instagram Contest
14UTT KitchenOrange Treaties
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We are delighted to offer the Uxbridge community a safe, welcoming space to grow through the practice of yoga, meditation and mindfulness. We also provide offerings such as:
Yoga Foundations - to begin or expand your practice Prenatal Yoga & Teen Yoga Partner Yoga & Pilates
Yoga for sports (cyclists, runners, equestrians, hockey / soccer players, etc) Yoga Warriors for First Responders and those in high stress jobs
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Draw to win a 20 class pass (value $250) 10% discount on fall series registration and class passes Meet the teachers Ask questions about classes Door prizes Refreshments Demonstrations
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Popular Pet NamesAccording to petfinder.com, here are the most popular names for pups and kittens:
Dogs: Males Females• Buddy • Daisy• Max • Bella• Jack • Lucy
Cats: Males Females• Midnight • Lucy• Smokey • Bella• Tiger • Molly Free Run Doggies
Want to show your support for an off-leash dog park in Uxbridge? A group in town is collecting signatures to bring to council and show community need and desire for a place for pups to play. Sign away at Pet Valu (4 Banff Rd.) and the Uxbridge Fall Fair. For more information, visit www.uxbridgedogpark.ca or find the group on Facebook.
Fish + Kids = oFish are great first pets for kids, helping to teach responsibility without much expense, mess and space. They also help foster an interest in biology and science. Platys, guppies and swordtails are great first fish for kids, known as hardy species that won’t grow too large and are entertainingly colourful.
Bird LOLA man goes to a pet shop to buy a parrot. He sees one with a red string tied to its left leg and a green string tied to its right leg. He asks shop keeper what they’re for.
“Well, this is a highly trained parrot. If you pull the red string he speaks French. If you pull the green string he speaks German,” the owner replies.
“And what happens if I pull both the strings?” the shopper enquires.
“I fall off my perch you fool!” screeches the parrot.
Top 10 Reasons Pets are Great for Seniors1) Pets lower blood pressure and pulse rate2) 21% fewer visits to the doctor3) Less depression4) Easier to make friends5) Seniors become more active6) Pets offer affection and unconditional love7) Pets ease loss of a loved one8) Pets fight loneliness9) Seniors take better care of themselves10) Sense of security SOURCE: The Pets for the Elderly Foundation www.petsfortheelderly.org
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With five rescue dogs to her name and more than $66,000 raised for the Uxbridge-Scugog Ani-mal Control Centre, there was no one else better suited to be our Unsung Hero this month.
“She's an amazing lady,” says Debbie Leroux, the Township of Uxbridge's clerk. “It's fantastic the work she has done for us.”
Since 2005, Dudley has produced the Your Su-per Pet calendar, with all funds going toward the Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Control Centre's spay and neuter program. Money goes directly into a reserve fund for animals that end up in the shelter, covering fixing and emergency vet bills – anything that needs to be done to get animals ready for adoption.
“Before, if an animal came in injured or sick and the shelter didn't have any money, there was no choice [but to put the animal down],” Dudley says. “Now, they can get the necessary care” to find forever homes.
For $12, your pet photo is printed in the 12-month calendar, which costs $10. Judges select 13 winners to appear on the cover and each month. Entries have come from as far away as Florida and the United Kingdom. The first year, Dudley cleared $5,000 profit after printing and
other expenses. Last year raised $8,200.“I was always trying to help [the shelter] be-
fore,” she says, by collecting money and buy-ing a skid of kitty litter or something. “Never anything big.”
The calendar is now a very big deal, Leroux says.“It saves taxpayers dollars, and brings
down the prices of adoption so it's much more affordable,” she says.
A self-proclaimed animal lover, Dudley lives in Port Perry with her husband and three rescue dogs; she has adopted five over the years. On top of organizing the calendar, she is also volunteering with efforts to raise $1 million for a new shelter for Uxbridge and Scugog Townships.
“It's a huge job and we are just so thankful that she does it for us,” Leroux adds.
The deadline for submissions into the calen-dar has been extended to August 31.
For more details and to enter online, visit www.yoursuperpetcalendar.com or call 905 985 8771.
We are delighted to offer the Uxbridge community a safe, welcoming space to grow through the practice of yoga, meditation and mindfulness. We also provide offerings such as:
Yoga Foundations - to begin or expand your practice Prenatal Yoga & Teen Yoga Partner Yoga & Pilates
Yoga for sports (cyclists, runners, equestrians, hockey / soccer players, etc) Yoga Warriors for First Responders and those in high stress jobs
Workshops, Thai Yoga Massage & Reiki Private & semi-private classes
... !
12 Douglas Road, Unit 1Uxbridge, ON www.radiantjoyyoga.com
Draw to win a 20 class pass (value $250) 10% discount on fall series registration and class passes Meet the teachers Ask questions about classes Door prizes Refreshments Demonstrations
Sunday, September 9th, 2 - 5 pm
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| super lady for super pets | by Carly Foster
Top 10 Reasons Pets are Great for Seniors1) Pets lower blood pressure and pulse rate2) 21% fewer visits to the doctor3) Less depression4) Easier to make friends5) Seniors become more active6) Pets offer affection and unconditional love7) Pets ease loss of a loved one8) Pets fight loneliness9) Seniors take better care of themselves10) Sense of security SOURCE: The Pets for the Elderly Foundation www.petsfortheelderly.org
Kathy Dudley with her three rescue pups: Gizmo (Shih Tzu), Joey (Mal-tese), and Lucky (Shih Tzu-Poodle)
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| shelter adoption | by Dave watt
Dave Watt lives in Sandford with his wife Cheryl Pfister. They and their two adult children are active committee members of the New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge–Scogog.
The Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Centre has served the region well for many years, handling thousands of adoptions. But with limited space and deterio-rating facilities, a new shelter is essential to satisfy the demand. The New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge-Scugog is scheduled to open on Lakeridge Road in early 2016. Volunteers and donations are welcome to help raise the $1,000,000 needed. Visit www.animal-shelter.ca to see how you can help.
So you want a new pet! Before you take the big step, make sure it’s right for you and your family and that you can live up to all the respon-sibility it entails. Then you have to decide what kind of pet is best for you and where you’re going to get it: a shelter, a breeder or a store.
Adopting from a shelter is the only choice for an increasing number of people – and here’s why.
Shelters have a variety of animals at any given time — the number and types available con-stantly changes. Most shelters have websites with pictures and descriptions of the animals up for adoption (www.petfinder.com is a great place to start), which helps you search for the pet that’s right for you. When you visit in person, in-teract with your prospective pet and watch how it acts with other animals and people, especially children, if you have any.
Have an in-depth conversation with the shelter staff. They have the knowledge and experience to provide valuable information about the ani-mal’s socialization, eating habits and whether it’s house broken or litter trained etc. And perhaps most important, the shelter screens potential owners to determine if the animal is compatible with their lifestyle and family dynamics.
A major benefit of shelters is that they are cost-efficient. Breeders charge exorbitant fees and stores’ primary concern is profit, not the animal’s well-being. The cost of a veterinarian’s checkup, first shots and spaying/neutering is usually includ-ed in the shelter’s adoption fee. So you’ll have a healthy pet and the overall cost of adoption is significantly lower than the alternatives.
There are other benefits to adopting from a shelter, but to many people, the most important reason is that it gives the satisfaction of not only increasing a lost or abandoned animal’s quality of life (and their own), but in some cases, literally saving that life. And, it helps to thwart illegal and inhumane puppy mill operations.
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wednesday, september 5Win a Million Win $1,000,000 and more than 70 other prizes in the 9th annual, tiered, regulation golf hole challenge. Sept 5-9.TiMe: various WheRe: Little Sticks Driving Range, 40 Elgin Park Dr.CONTaCT: 905 852 5600 | www.uxbridgerotary.com
Friday, september 7Fall Fair Tractor and horse pulls, demolition derby, agricultural competitions, homecraft and horticultural exhibits, midway, classic cars, band shell entertain-ment and much more. In 2012 we are celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Uxbridge Library with the theme Read All About It. Visit our website for contest, craft entries and more. Until Sept 9.TiMe: 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. WheRe: Elgin Park, Main StCONTaCT: 905 852 7745 | www.uxbridgefair.ca
sunday, september 9Radiant Joy Yoga Grand Opening Join us for a celebration to officially launch Radiant Joy Yoga. Mayor O’Connor will be cutting the ribbon. Meet the teachers and ask questions about classes. Door prizes, refreshments and demonstrationsTiMe: 2 - 5 p.m. WheRe: Radiant Joy Yoga, 12 Douglas Rd., Unit 1CONTaCT: 905 852 6600 | [email protected] | www.radiantjoyyoga.com
Durham Folklore Storytellers FREE family shows. A unique and must see show on the performance platform south of the show buildings.TiMe: noon – 2 p.m. WheRe: Elgin Park, Main StCONTaCT: [email protected] | www.uxlib.com
Monday, september 10Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts Community festival with opening ceremo-nies, juried art show, gala evening, music, studio tour and more. Until Sept 23. Visit website for details.Time: various Where: variousContact: www.celebrationofthearts.ca
wednesday, september 12Choice Dwarf Trees Join us to learn about using Choice Dwarf Trees in land-scape design with speaker Darren Heimbecker. Flower show featuring cosmos, dahlias, and zinniasTiMe: 7:30 p.m. WheRe: Senior’s Centre, 75 Marietta St., Uxbridge.CONTaCT: www.uxbridgehorticultralsociety.com
saturday, september 15The Printing Press Learn in the museum’s operating print shop how printing was done in Uxbridge in the past, and how newspapers were produced. Kids will also get to make their own newspaper column and picture stamp. Bring a picnic lunch. Pre-register. Ages 8-12. $10TiMe: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Historical Centre, 7239 Concession Rd. 6CONTaCT: 905 852 5854 | www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com
sunday, september 16Terry Fox Run Run, walk, or bike 2, 5 or 10 kilometers. Strollers welcome. All donations go directly to cancer research.TiMe: 8:30 – 11 a.m. WheRe: Elgin Park Band Shell, Main St. S.CONTaCT: www.terryfox.org | [email protected]
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Monday, september 17Free Sing Pineridge Chorus/Sweet Adelines invites women who like to sing to a guest evening and four free singing lessons TiMe: 7:15 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main St. S.CONTaCT: www.pineridgechorusuxbridge.ca
wednesday, september 19RCMP Musical Ride Tickets available at Blue Heron, Presents, Presents, Presents and All About Equine or on-line at www.ticketpro.caTiMe: 12:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. WheRe: Elgin Park, Uxbridge
thursday, september 20Ballroom Dance Lessons Marta Croly has 25 years of teaching experience and would enjoy showing you just how easylearning the basics of ballroom and Latin dancing can be! Sign up and learn the basics of: Waltz, Rhumba, Fox Trot, Swing and Me-ringue. Classes will be held every Thursday Sept 20 to Nov 22. $290/coupleTiMe: 7 - 9 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Arena, 291 Brock St. W.CONTaCT: 905 903 6437 | [email protected]
Uxbridge Genealogy Group Using old Pho-tos for family history research. Donation of $2. TiMe: 7 – 8:45 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Public Library, 9 Toronto St. S.CONTaCT: 905 852 6973 | [email protected]
Beef Dinner Complete beef dinner including beverage and dessert for $15. TiMe: 4:30 – 7 p.m. WheRe: Goodwood Community Centre, Hwys. 47& 21
saturday, september 22Street pARTy Art Happening! Musical, cre-ative, visual, literary, theatre, culinary, fashion arts celebrated downtown Brock Street showcasing Uxbridge’s artistic flair. Hands-on activities for the whole family.TiMe: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WheRe: Brock StCONTaCT: www.celebrationofthearts.ca
saturday, september 29Free Culture Days Event Help us identify “mystery” photographs from the museum’s archival collection in this interactive Culture Days event.TiMe: 1:30 – 4 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Historical Centre, 7239 Concession Road 6CONTaCT: 905 852 5854 www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com
saturday, october 134th annual Health Show Over 30 vendors and practioners, tons of samples. Main speaker is BRAD KING Nutritional researcher, subject: achieve energy, sleep, improve mood, reduce stress. 20 baskets. Adults tickets $10. Mention this ad and get $2 off your ticketTiMe: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. WheRe: Uxbridge Arena, 291 Brock Street WestCONTaCT: 905 862 3270 [email protected]/healthandwellness/healthstore.html
regular eventsMeditation Experience a variety of guided Meditations. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Wednesday evenings of each month. Drop in or register for all 6 classes for dis-count. Try a class by donation. Sept 26 to Dec 12TiMe: 7-8 p.m. WheRe: Pathways to Peace Yoga & Healing, 58 Brock St. W., suite 204CONTaCT: 416 571 0447 www.pathwaystopeaceyoga.com
Japa/Nyana Yoga Play with Mantras and still the mind with sound and music. Explore Yogic philosophy, teachings and wisdom as they apply to your own individual life. Drop in or register for all 7 classes for discount. Sept 19 to Oct 31TiMe: 9:30-10:30 a.m. WheRe: Pathways to Peace Yoga and Healing, 58 Brock St. W., suite 204 CONTaCT: 416 571 0447www.pathwaystopeaceyoga.com
Lunchtime Meditation Explore the stillness of the mind through a variety of guided medi-tations. No experience necessary. 7 week session. Sept 17 to Nov 5TiMe: 12-12:45 p.m. WheRe: Pathways to Peace Yoga and Healing, 58 Brock St. W., suite 204CONTaCT: 416 571 0447www.pathwaystopeaceyoga.com
Zumba Classes Burn calories, get fit and have fun? Sound impossible? For class schedule and locations, please contact WendyTiMe: please contact WheRe: UxbridgeCONTaCT: 647 234 7478 | [email protected].
Real Circuit A fun, challenging and ever-changing variety of exercises for that total body workout that will keep you motivated for more. Classes start the second week in September
CLaSS TiMeS: Tuesday 1:30 p.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. or Saturday 8:30 a.m. Please call to register.WheRe: 282 Main St. N. Suite 100 CONTaCT: 905 862 3881 | www.realbodiesfitness.com
Real Spin A high energy, low impact indoor cycling class on the best bikes set to fabulous tunes. Starting in SeptemberCLaSS TiMeS: Pre-registration for Wednesday 8:30 p.m., Thursday 6:30 p.m. Drop in Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m. and Monday & Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Call to register.WheRe: 282 Main St. N. Suite 100 CONTaCT: 905 862 3881 | www.realbodiesfitness.com
Real Yoga Fun and suitable for everyone even if you don’t feel very flexible. Body and mind will respond with increased strength and calmness. Every participant will find a level of challenge just right for themCLaSS TiMeS: Monday & Thursday 7:45 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.WheRe: 282 Main St. N. Suite 100 CONTaCT: 905 862 3881 | www.realbodiesfitness.com
Hatha Yoga Begin the week by joining us to stretch, strengthen and become more flexible. Yoga will leave you feeling better, calmer and happier. Classes include breath-ing exercises and relaxation techniques. All are welcome. Runs Sept 24 to Dec 17TiMe: 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. WheRe: Creekside Wellness, Tin Mill, 53 Toronto St.N., UxbridgeCONTaCT: 905-649-8596 | [email protected]
Concerts in the Park Join local musicians each Sunday in the Rotary Club Bandshell in Elgin Park. Free, but donations appreciated for the food bank.TiMe: 7 p.m. WheRe: Elgin Park (entrance on Main Street S) CONTaCT: 905 852 5600 | www.uxbridgerotary.com
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| on saying goodbye | by Carly Foster
My parents found this beautiful, strapping Jack Russell Terrier at a shelter, and it was love at fi rst sight. He was skinny - found wandering the streets eating garbage - but sturdy, with muscular legs and a brown mask that dipped down his snout.
Spencer Dog came home with us on December 27, 2001, andoffi cially nestled his way into our life. He left it, heartbreakingly, on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at 6:19 p.m. He died peacefully in our arms, lying on a soft fl eece pillowcase bearing his name, at the Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital. We cupped his furry head and kissed the soft spot between his eyes as he took his last breath. He was relaxed and calm and surrounded by love. To some, he was just a dog. To some, us pet people are crazies. But Spencer was our Practice Baby, a member of our family for 10.5 years. He has a story as much as we all do, and he shaped my family’s life in unimaginable ways. He was feisty. The day I brought him home, he literally took three steps and peed on our chair, declaring his space. He was cocky like that. He loved to destroy stuffi es. For a few days he’d lovingly carry them around; eventually he’d rip them apart with glee until he got his prize - the squeaker. He loved to chew bones, wandering until he found a hiding place. He played rope and ball and absolutely loved going for walks. He tried to hump dogs of all sizes, female and male. We tried taking Spencer to dog parks, but like many terriers, Spencer thought he was 20 times bigger than he actually was. After a few attempts that ended with him trying to take down bigger dogs by the neck, we were so embarrassed we never went back. Spencer’s terrier blood made him chase anything furry, and he was stupidly fearless, resulting in two showdowns with skunks - one of which nailed him right between the eyes and stunk up our house for an entire year. Snuggling was a way of life. Although he slept in a kennel, I would often bring him into our bed in the morning, where he would headbutt his way under the covers and press himself along my torso with his head under my chin.
He didn’t like his toes or nails touched. He refused to let you brush his teeth and gave you death stares while being bathed. His favourite rubbing spots were under the chin and chest, his ears and the soft ridge between his eyes down to the end of his nose. Every single day of his life I kissed and nuzzled him here. We called him Spenceronie, Snarfer, Ronies, Jackass if he was in trouble. I actually always thought Spencer would die from eating some-thing stupid, given how many stupid things he ate in his life. Chewed up gum stuck to the pavement was a favourite, and he once ate an ENTIRE chicken carcass. One time he ate a pound of raw rancid bacon after escaping the yard on compost day - two stomach pumps and several doses of drugs later, he became leg-end at the vet offi ce. This past year has been hard on us, with Spencer’s eyesight and hearing rapidly declining. He was no longer the friendly guard dog at the front door, but would cower in the corner or between our legs, scared and unsure. He was increasingly disoriented in the backyard, fi nding it hard to make his way back to the door. He was excited for his walks, but they would turn into painfully slow mean-ders. Every single day he was making a mess in the house. We’d been carrying him up and down the stairs for ages, and he couldn’t climb up on the couch or bed anymore. He still loved to eat and snuggle. But when we really started to look at his quality of life, it was devastatingly apparent that the time had come. We didn’t want to wait until a serious illness struck; after all he had given us over the years, he deserved some dignity. Spencer’s last meal was cooked ground turkey and vanilla ice cream. I let him sit on the front seat on the way to the vets, basking in the sun and breeze as we drove with the windows down. A small piece of comfort through sorrow. Making the decision to end my Spencer Dog’s life was absolutely the hardest thing I have ever done. But I knew in my heart, deep inside, that it was time to give him this gift. It was time to look past our heartbreak and want to keep him with us, and do what was right for him. And so we cried and murmured ‘I love you’ in his ear and were with him every single second. And he wasn’t scared, and he died happy.
My spencer Dog. our boy. we love you, always and forever.Read the full story and see more photos at www.uxbridgetowntalk.com
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Rosco, a St. Bernard owned by Lindsay and Anthony Golden of Uxbridge, won our reader pet contest after much debate – look at all the entries! But this big boy’s endearing eyes and play-ful snow-covered nose won our hearts. The family won a $75 gift basket generously donated by Zehrs Uxbridge, as well this little look into a gentle giant’s life by his mom Lindsay.
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ingredients
1 pound of cooked ground meat (beef, chicken, fish, lamb)1 large sweet potato, cooked and mashed1 large egg½ cup water or other liquid such as water from tuna or meat drippings
Directions
Preheat oven to 350.Combine egg, sweet potato and water in large bowl. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.Add meat and mix well.Drop by teaspoon fulls onto a lightly oiled or parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Gently flatten with the back of a fork or spoon.Bake for 30 minutes, flip over, then bake for another 20 minutes. Cooking times vary depending on treat thickness, so keep an eye on them.Serve when cool, and store in the fridge. They freeze great, too!
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Hours: Monday to Wednesday 9am-5pm
Thursday to Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9am-5pm
come for the flowers.. . leave with a gift. . .
www.keithsf lowershop.com(905) 852-3029
Fair Opens ................................................5:00 pm
Tractor Pull...............................................7:00 pm
Youth Entertainment at Bandshell ............7:00 pm
Buildings Close .........................................10:00 pm
Buildings and Midway Open .......................10:00 am
Barnyard Rodeo ........................................10:00 am
Sheep Show, Goat Show& 4H Rabbit Show .....................................11:00 am
Open Dairy Show.......................................Noon
Durham West 4H and OpenLawn Tractor Pulling Club .........................1:00 pm
Demolition Derby......................................7:00 pm(smoke free bleachers)
Buildings Close .........................................10:00 pm
Heavy Horse Show ....................................9:00 am
Buildings and Midway Open .......................10:00 am(Midway Special – Kids $1, Others $2)
Canine Equine Challenge ...........................10:00 am
Cruise-in Car Show, Baby Show, Poultry Show, Turn ‘n Burn........................11:00 am
Beef Show.................................................Noon
Horse Pull .................................................2:30 pm
Fair Closes ................................................5:00 pm
General admission provides free admission to all events. Parking and seating not guaranteed.
Evening Schedule for Midway1. Kiddies Rides will close at 10:00pm2. Ticket booths will close at 10:30pm3. All rides or attractions will shutdown promptly by 11:00pmConditions of Entry to The Fair1. No skateboards2. No Bicycles3. Wristbands must be worn4. No Alcohol 5. Backpacks and bags will be subject to search
www.uxbridgefair.ca
The Uxbridge Fall Fair gratefullyacknowledges the financial support of:
The Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of theGovernment of Ontario.
General Admission $10.00 Children Grade 8 & Under FREE
Weekend Pass $25.00Parking FREE
Offsite (shuttle) FREE
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 7, 8, 9Elgin Park, Uxbridge
Entertainment
Horticulture
Homecrafts
Contests
presents
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