Fleming College Has Special Ceremony On 100th Aniversary Of Sir Sandford Fleming's Death

On the 100th anniversary of his death, Sir Sandford Fleming’s life and legacy were celebrated with a ceremony and the unveiling of a portrait of historic significance Wednesday (July 22nd) at the Sutherland Campus.

Fleming College President Dr. Tony Tilly gratefully accepted a portrait of Fleming, on long-term loan by the Royal Canadian Institute For the Advancement of Science (RCI)—the oldest scientific society in Canada and one that Fleming and a small group of civil engineers, architects and surveyors founded in 1849.

Fleming’s great-great-grandson, Jock Fleming, Councillor of the RCI, and Helle Tosine, President of the RCI, presented the portrait to Dr. Tilly.

The portrait was painted in the early 1890s by J.W.L. Forster, the leading Canadian portrait artist of the late 1800s and early 1900s.

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Creative Ingenuity: Look At What This Old John Deere Square Baler Was Converted Into

Keene Summer BBQ—a fundraiser for The Keene Pumpkin Festival—was held Saturday (July 18th). It featured amateur ribbers going head to head to see who could make the best ribs and beans.

What drew a lot of attention—and pictures from the crowd—was Team Dummer's 2 smoker converted from an old John Deere square baler.

Here are pictures captured by our Kim Wilson...

photo by Kim Wilson

photo by Kim Wilson

photo by Kim Wilson

The lesson here: don't toss your old John Deere baler. Cook on it.

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Hey, James Franco Was In Orono

Hollywood actor James Franco was in Orono Wednesday—a small town near Peterborough—filming scenes for the new Stephen King time-travel TV drama series 11/22/63 produced by J.J. Abrams.

Photo of Franco with fans via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

Franco stars in the mini-series as a high school English teacher who travels back in time to try and stop the assassination of John F. Kennedy.

Great pictures were posted to the Facebook page of Silly Sisters Antique Emporium, a local store in Orono. "The crew was great and James Franco took the time to allow us to have a group shot and selfies with him and signing autographs," the Facebook page post reported.

Photo via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

"It was nice to see him appreciate his fans! Main Street was converted back to 1963 in Texas with vintage cars parked up and down both sides and the west side of the street's stores changed to suit the time period," according to the Facebook post.

There was excitement on Facebook with locals having James Franco fever, and also on Twitter as well about Franco coming to their small Ontario town.

So James Franco was actually in Orono...props to our little town making it into a big movie 👏🔥😂

— CrystalLewis (@lalacrystal123) July 16, 2015

@CTVToronto My #Orono haven't u changed! #JamesFranco is in the Village! Only in #Orono eh! pic.twitter.com/KZgPjYShI3

— Wendy Partner (@PartnerWard4) July 15, 2015

Just saw James Franco in orono!!!

— Ricky Bobby (@tsinc_19) July 15, 2015

Why did James Franco come to my hometown when I was gone? Why Orono

— S✯ (@SarahBellamarie) July 17, 2015

"It was a great experience with the film crew and meeting the actors," Rebecca Goddard, co-owner of Silly Sisters Antique Emporium, tells PTBOCanada.

Here are some more pictures captured by Silly Sisters Antique Emporium...

Photo via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

Photo via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

Photo via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

Photo via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page

No word if Franco hit up the well known Orono tourist attraction Jungle Cat World while he was there.

[photos via Silly Sisters Antique Emporium Facebook page]

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8 Local Women You Really Need To Meet

You know how you hear about this person or that person being super cool, and someone you ought to meet? Well here are a few amazing women in Peterborough and the Kawarthas we've compiled. If you ever get the chance to have coffee with them, don't pass it up. In no particular order, here we go...

1. Peggy Shaughnessy

For starters, Peggy is the owner of the legendary Whistle Stop at the corner of George & Charlotte—which has some of the best poutine (and conversation) you'll find anywhere on the planet. But much more than that, Peggy is an angel to the less fortunate in society—or those just struggling in their day to day lives. She is a tireless crusader who helps people who come in off the street looking for help or through her mental health Redpath programs she runs across Canada. She is also one of the funniest people you'll ever meet, a great storyteller—and an even greater listener.

2. Maryam Monsef

Maryam is the current Federal Liberal candidate for Peterborough [UPDATE: and now MP] and was a close runner-up in the Peterborough mayoral race last fall. Politics aside, she has an infectious energy and attitude toward life. She believes anyone—regardless of age, race, gender or experience—can change the world through courage, passion, conviction and knowledge. She's living proof of that. She also totally loves Peterborough—it saved her life—and knows that everyone has a story to share, and that anyone can make a difference.

3. Sofie Andreou

Sofie is known for her passion of leveraging the power of online marketing—speaking and training people in Peterborough and far beyond. But she is also a community ambassador, with her countless roles with supporting local charities and business initiatives and economic development. This entrepreneur has instrumental roles with Women's Business Network (WBN) and the Bears' Lair Entrepreneurial Competition. She's also witty, supportive and helpful to all—a great sounding board. A true community builder.

4. Leslie Bradford-Scott

On a cash crop farm in Bailieboro, Leslie has the makings of a global empire with her funky gift products for men and women put out by her company Walton Wood Farm. Leslie has written award-winning screenplays but one could also write a screenplay about her own life—see her quirky "Owner's Story" here. She sees the great comedy in life's situations, which is reflected in her hilarious display copy and fresh approach on her Walton Wood products. Her story is one of perseverance, fortitude—and humour—and it's no wonder her business is taking off. If you meet her, you'll see why she has all the right ingredients to succeed. And she'll likely share some great nuggets of wisdom with you.

 

5. Kate Wells

Kate is a passionate autism advocate—often live tweeting the daily ups and downs of living with a child of autism. Kate is remarkably transparent about the huge extremes of dealing with her teenage autistic son Aidan, giving us a raw look into the impact it has on her family and mental health. But Kate's attitude is amazing through the highs and lows, and if you meet her in real life you'll see why. She's smart, funny, self-deprecating and insightful all at once. And she could care less about being judged. She owns her own life. Oh, and she is also a great writer who one day we'd like to see write a book about living with autism—an extended version of her Twitter handle.

6. Cindy Crowley

Cindy pictured with her husband Dave

Cindy co-owns Ricky’s All Day Grill with her husband Dave. She makes comfort food there, but also is comfort food. When you meet Cindy, you feel like you've known her forever—like re-connecting with a long-lost friend or family member. Cindy is a life-long resident of Peterborough and is supportive of all things that build community. Say hi to her next time you're at Ricky's and see you'll see what we mean.

7. Kemi Akapo

Kemi has the best smile in Peterborough—but that's just the beginning. A passionate community advocate and social activist, Kemi is Settlement Services Coordinator at New Canadians Centre—and earlier this year was an NGO delegate at United Nations Commission on the Status of Women in New York, attending as a representative of the YWCA. She also has a great radio voice—and is a terrific interviewer—hosting a People of Peterborough show on Trent Radio. Meet her if you can.

8. Anne Arnold

The former Director of Business Development at The Venue, Anne is also a wife, mom, nana, volunteer and passionate community ambassador. She's been involved with many organizations and charities over the years, including International Dragon Boat Festival, Habitat for Humanity Women Build Committee, Easter Seals Telethon Committee, Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life and more. She can offer great wisdom and advice based on her years of experience in business and volunteering. Oh, and she once took Bobby Orr waterskiing in Parry Sound. But we'll let her tell you about that.

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