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The Paul Woolner Kimberley Listening Party Experience
Have you ever been to a listening party? My parents would tell me of them – nostalgic, recalling a yester-age when, on a long-awaited album’s release, friends would gather around a…
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The People of Grey Bruce Simcoe
Richard Mommerstag What makes someone volunteer repeatedly? What are the benefits of volunteering? Sometimes thankless, and sometimes rewarding yet always satisfying! Moving to Bruce County 5…
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Opening the Roxy Curtain
The Historic Roxy Theatre has always held a place in my heart. I can clearly remember the hustle and bustle backstage and onstage when I performed in a production of ‘Oliver’ decades ago. What…
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Banditfest is all heart
I can remember being a 16-year-old musician in the Owen Sound area. Between festival auditions, youth songwriter competitions and talent showcases; I got really used to hearing the word ‘no.’…
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The Sound Techs of Grey Bruce Simcoe: Andrea Matchett
Here’s a statistic for you: women and non-binary folks hold just 18% of sound tech positions, with the remaining 82% being held by males. It’s a statistic that makes this article feel even…
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The People of Grey Bruce Simcoe
Mya Dickson-Stanhope My name is Mya Dickson-Stanhope, I’m an 18-year-old from Owen Sound. I have grown up loving the Owen Sound music scene. I have been going to Summerfolk since I was little…
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The People of Grey Bruce Simcoe
Jane McKerroll Jane takes our 100 word challenge and tells her story in 100 words without mentioning her job. I grew up in Owen Sound not noticing the glorious landscape and expansive water…
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The People of Grey Bruce Simcoe
Gwynda McKee My arrival in Owen Sound was preceded by moving from Toronto to Markdale and Newfoundland with my family. Since my brother lived here, I had the advantage of knowing someone…
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Adventures in Dadhood: say what?
I’ve studied English, taught English, and written everything from essays to articles to novels. I’m no expert, but it’s fair to say I have a decent grasp of language. I’ve…
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The People of Grey Bruce Simcoe
Gavan Menzies takes the 100 challenge and tells us his story in 100 words without mentioning his job or career. Gavan, or Gav, though never with a “e.i.e.i oh,” is passionate and deeply driven…
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