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Mount Albert Sports Day: A Time-Honored Tradition

We are so excited for the Mount Albert Sports Day happening this weekend from June 2 – 4th! This community event has been going strong...

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Legends of Leslie Street, Continued: The Wright House (1855)

There are many heritage houses to be found along Leslie Street, especially going up north towards Georgina. One very interesting house is...

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The Maple Hill School: A Vibrant Gathering Place for the Community

Since we are still so excited about fall and everyone going back to school again, that we are going to showcase another historic school....

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May is Museum Month: David Willson and the Sharon Temple (1832)

This month, we are also celebrating the important role that museums play in making communities both vibrant and creative. Prior to the...

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The Church Manse: Woodlawn on Leslie Street (1843)

You may have passed this stately house on Leslie Street between the Anglican Church and the United Church in Sharon. This home was known...

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The Little Library That Could: The Queensville Public Library

Most people are not aware of this, but there used to be a library branch right in Queensville. Where is the place in East Gwillimbury...