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"36s King St St. E. #2) Courtice 36-9090 www.woinsurancebrokers.com Majortech Computer Systems evening of shopping Computer and dining, and along REPAIRS the way take part in 5 IT and Network many of the draws SUPPORT and special giveaways Johnny Max PC and Server throughout the evening. UPGRADES This year’s event will take place on Fri- BIA kick-starts spring for Scugog’s Divas with a night out on the town Every spring for the past 10 years the businesses of down- town Port Perry have opened their doors to the Divas of Scugog Township and area. As in the past, the local BIA invites you to bring your friends and family toa fabulous and unique 333 Major St., Port Perry 905-985-0568 gmemullen@majortech.ca day, April 24 and organizers will be giving a special gift to the first 350 ladies to visit the BIA booth, located in front of the post office. There will also be stylish “Diva T-Shirts” for sale at the booth. PITCH-IN WEEK: APRIL 19-25, 2015 Calendar of Events APRIL 24 He, minute (>) 20 MINUTE MAKEOVER ete 20 Minute Makeover” returns. Is bee 20 minutes and clean up local areas. “Think globally, Act locally” for just 20 minutes. MAY 9 COMPOST GIVEAWAY DAY The Township of Scugog and the Region of Durham will be eco rcinating ing this year's Compost Event, to be held on Satiiiay, May 9, 2015 at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre. in this year, residents will have the opportunity to Pick up free compost as well as purchase recycling bins, curb oa con post ae, backyard composters com- post bins. Quantity wail be be tinted Bring ‘a shovel and container. A non-perishable food item for Operation Scugog would be appreci APRIL 19-25 NATIONAL PITCH-IN WEEK beset year over 1,000 i tered participants including schools, Gir Guides and Scouts, church- your group to register. We need your hele Please register online at www. ‘scugog.ca, ca, environment neal us know what you are doing so thank you. For locations, gloves, » bess anda sctios on how your group can help, anual Cornish at 905-985-7346 x 112 CELEBRATE LIFE! PLACE A BENCH OR PLANT ATREE FOR THE FUTURE. Com Planting Partnership provides a creative and lasting way for individual aici fon businesses, school: unity groups to honour friends, fae of to celebrate special . Your tree/ bench will serve as a living tribute for ns to come. Information: 905-985-7346 «112, SAWANT AR Sel Ue Cole Bt or: Mim a} 34 FOCUS - APRIL 2015 While the specials and samples are being checked out inside, outside Johnny Max and the Heart Attacks will be providing enter- tainment while you stroll along the street. This band is a two-time Juno nominee and winner of the “Blues Song of the Year” at the 2010 Inter- national Songwriting Competition. Watch for more information about the 2015 Diva Night as the event draws closer. You can contact the BIA by calling 905-985-4971, by email: info@discoverportperry.ca, or visit the BIA website at: www. discoverportperry.ca. Local Scots will parade and party on Tartan Day to celebrate heritage Tartan Day, a day to celebrate Scottish heritage will take place in Port Perry on Monday, April 6. According to local organizer Stewart Bennett, Port Perry is still the only town in Canada celebrat- ing with a Tartan Day parade. “We are inviting you to get your tartans out and join us for a parade down Queen Street,” he said. The parade, led by the Uxbridge Legion Pipe Band and the 78th Fraser Highlanders, will start at Re- flection Park at 2 p.m. and proceed along Queen St. to Palmer Park. The participants will then make their way to the Port Perry Legion, on Bay St., for the official festivi- ties which includes music by Scotch Mist, highland dancing, clogging and Scottish country dancing. There will also be the traditional address to the haggis. Tickets for Legion entertainment and dinner are $20 each and are available at The Wee Tartan Shop, Port Perry. For more information. contact: tartanshop@powergate.ca.