Random Bits roundup for 2008-11-11

November 11, 2008

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Written by adam · Filed Under Administrivia

Festival of Northern Lights

November 10, 2008

Come out and see Owen Sound’s Festival of Northern Lights during this holiday season. This wonderful spectacle over 350 lighted displays can be seen along the Sydenham River in downtown Owen Sound and Harrison Park from 5pm to 11pm daily. Don’t miss the Opening ceremonies of the Festival of Northern Lights, on Friday November 14th at 6pm!

6:00 p.m. – Owen Sound City Band
6:20 p.m. – Klash the Klown entertains
6:45 p.m. – Fireworks
6:55 p.m. – Thank yous and count down
7:00 p.m. – Lights are switched on
7:15 p.m. – Horse-drawn sleigh rides around the lights

Other special events that will be taking place over the next seven weeks include:

Festival Coffee House featuring local musical talent each Saturday night, 7:00 pm at the Market Building, free admission

“A Holiday Celebration” Dinner Gala with Rick Kish and Natalie Howard-Grant, Nov. 29^th, Bayshore Community Centre. (Reservations are now being taken at 519-376-8474).
Colouring Contest for children

For more information about the details of the Festival of Northern Lights or to view pictures from last year’s event, visit the Owen Sound Festival of Northern Lights website.

Written by Jenna · Filed Under The Area, The City, theOwen

Buy Local Day

November 3, 2008

Buy Local Day was first introduced by the American Independent Business Alliance in 2006. Buy Local Day can take place on any day of the year, as organized by your community, and encourages people to buy locally. Though this event isn’t very well known, it is a great concept that should be introduced into communities. By organizing and taking part in Buy Local Day, you can support your community and help local businesses thrive. Buying locally is also beneficial to the environment, as it reduces the amount of pollution normally produced from transporting goods over long distances.

Buy Local Day Logo

Now, more than ever, Big Box and Chain stores are becoming more appealing to consumers, who want to finish all their shopping needs in one trip. But with these stores rising in popularity, many small local stores have been put out of business. By planning a Buy Local Day in your community, you can prevent local stores from being forced to close down. If we don’t act soon, we may lose the local businesses that make up our community. Show your support for your community and participate in a Buy Local Day. Any support you can give will help preserve the local businesses in your area.

For people in the area, The Annual Fine Craft Sale at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery presents a great opportunity to purchase local goods. This event features a variety of local art including jewelry, paintings, pottery, hand-blown glass, accessories for the home and garden and much more. Show your support for these local artists and come to the Annual Fine Craft Sale, which takes place Friday, November 21, 5 to 9 pm, Saturday, November 22, 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, November 23, 12 to 5 pm. Admission is two dollars.

Written by Jenna · Filed Under Community, Sustainability, The Area, theOwen