Tag: youth
Grey County council votes down Agnes Macphail Day motion
Grey County council has voted down a motion to declare March 24 Agnes Macphail Day, with some of those who voted against the idea citing the “slippery slope” it could create. West Grey Mayor Kevin Eccles introduced the motion at a meeting on March 13 in honour of Macphail, who was born near Hopeville in […]
Alberto Rey: Art all about Earth
Alberto Rey’s artistic passions are wide-ranging. But water and wildlife may most succinctly describe them. The retired State University of New York — Fredonia professor of art has waded into drawing, painting, ceramics and filmmaking all while diving headfirst into the deepest affection for the natural world.
The 64-year-old Cuban-born artist moonlights as an Orvis-endorsed fly fishing guide on Western New York’s Lake Erie tributaries.
Roxy Young Company bringing Alice in Wonderland to the stage
The upcoming Roxy Young Company production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR. is guaranteed to be packed full of youthful enthusiasm. With a cast of close to 30 youngsters ages 7 to 18, fun and colourful props, bright lighting and special effects, and a quirky and fast-paced storyline, the audience is sure to be kept […]
Organization in process of bringing youth wellness hubs to Grey-Bruce
Plans are in the works to establish hubs in Grey-Bruce that will provide a wide range of social and community services along with peer support to local youth. The Well Community Collective is working with community partners and providers to bring integrated youth wellness hubs to Kincardine and Owen Sound, with the potential for a […]
Big boost for Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey Bruce & West Simcoe is getting more than $1 million in federal funding to expand its programs. “We are thrilled to receive this funding, which will help us expand our mentorship programs and create more opportunities for youth to engage meaningfully in their communities,” executive director Beth Aubrey said […]