Town of Georgina
26557 Civic Centre Road L4P 3G1 Keswick, ON, Canada

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? The Town is looking for a volunteer for the Agricultural Advisory Committee. The deadline to apply is Feb. 3. Forms and more information can be found at georgina.ca/CommitteesandBoards.

The Town of Georgina is preparing a Waterfront Parks Master Plan and we need your input. Take some time to complete an online survey https://bit.ly/2Xg5OJT and tell us what you think about the concepts, and what you think should be included or changed in our waterfront parks. To learn more and take the survey, visit georgina.ca/WaterfrontParksPlan.

We cannot wait to see youvirtually! Registration is now open for a new lineup of online virtual recreation programming. This includes cake decorating for youth and adults, photography classes and workshops for adults, Black Saturday school for youth, filmmaking and stop motion camps for kids, cartoon and games animation classes for kids and mobile app development for children. Visit georgina.ca/recreation to register. https://bit.ly/3oXs2Mz

Due to COVID-19, the Town of Georgina will continue to accept 2019 and 2020 resident parking passes as a valid parking pass for the month of January 2021. After Jan. 31, a 2021 parking pass must be displayed on your dashboard while parked in areas where required by signage. Residents can obtain up to a maximum of four parking passes per household through the online parking pass application form. Parking passes can be used at Young’s Harbour, the parking lot at Rayners boat launch, North Gwillimbury Park, Willow Beach and De La Salle Park. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/ParkingPass.

To make waste and recycling pick up easy and efficient, residents are reminded of the following: Place items at the end of the driveway/curb so they are visible Do not place bins or garbage on top of or behind snow banks And a reminder don’t throw used latex gloves or masks on the ground after use. They go in the garbage lined with a plastic bag, not in the recycling. Want to learn more? Download the free Recycle Coach app and visit georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling.

The Town of Georgina is updating the Keswick Secondary Plan. It’s used to manage growth and development in Keswick. Join us for an opportunity to review and provide your input on Draft 1 of the new plan. Two virtual workshops will be held on Dec. 3 and registration is required to join. https://bit.ly/3f9IPIx To learn more, visit georgina.ca/KSPR.

The Keswick branch of Georgina Public Library is out of stock on green and blue bins. If you want to purchase a blue or green bin, call the Pefferlaw branch (705-437-4533) or Peter Gzowski (Sutton) branch (905-722-5702) to check on bin levels.

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Bi-weekly yard waste collection continues this week. There’s no limit on the amount of yard waste that can be placed with collection. Use environmentally friendly Kraft paper bags or your regular garbage container. Check your waste calendar, download the free Recycle Coach app or visit georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling for more.

Did you know the Town is creating a Waterfront Parks Master Plan? Join us for virtual workshops on Nov. 21 and 22. We’ll review what was heard, present design concepts for consideration, and listen and document suggestions and feedback. This is your chance to help shape the future of Georgina’s waterfront. You will need to register to join one or more of the workshops https://bit.ly/2IHRarj. To learn more and register, visit georgina.ca/WaterfrontParksPlan.

The next virtual Council meeting is this Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 9 a.m. Public participation in Council meetings by phone is available. A pre-registration form is required to be submitted to the Clerk’s Division by noon the day before a meeting. The form can be found at georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings. Rogers TV Georgina will also broadcast the meetings.

Join us for Georgina’s drive-thru parade of lights, brought to you by the Georgina Kinsmen and the Town of Georgina. NEW! Pre-registration is now required in advance to participate in this event (no cost to register). Registration opens Nov. 30, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. at our online registration portal https://bit.ly/3fzHStg.

E-waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams on the planet. It is estimated that around 50 million tonnes of e-waste is created each year globally. Learn how to properly recycle e-waste by using the "What Goes Where?" search tool found on the Recycle Coach app and at georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling.

The Link Commercial Kitchen has reopened and is excited to welcome people back with holiday workshops. Enjoy programs like Bread Basics, Holiday Appetizers, Family Kitchen and more. Programs starting soon. Pre-registration is required. COVID-19 safety protocols in place. For more information, visit georgina.ca/TheLink.

Enjoy an evening of Halloween fun with psychic medium, Angel Morgan, right from the comfort of your own home. Angel will delve into the spirit world through a virtual online party where you will be able to participate through readings, spiritual guidance and Halloween fun. This night is not for the faint of heart as we have learned from the past One Dark Night Series, something’s always afoot in Georgina. Choose from two sessions Oct. 26 or 27 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Visit georgina.ca/programs for all the details.

The Town is preparing a Waterfront Parks Master Plan and is holding a series of virtual meetings today, Oct. 15. You can live stream the meetings by visiting https://bit.ly/2Izqj00. The meetings are about the first part of the plan which focuses on parks along the south shore of Lake Simcoe Willow Beach Park, Franklin Beach Conservation Area, De La Salle Beach Park, Jackson’s Point Harbour Marina, Malone Wharf and Bonnie Park, Holmes Point Park, and, Mossington Wharf and the Black River to Sutton. To learn about the plan, visit georgina.ca/WaterfrontParksPlan.

It may not look like it yet, but winter is coming. The snow and ice is a reminder of our shared role in keeping roads and walkways clear. Winter parking restrictions will be in effect as of today, Nov. 15 to April 15, meaning no parking between the hours of 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. Visit georgina.ca/snow to learn more.

Did you know the Town Page is online? Get a sneak peek before it hits the paper tomorrow. It has all you need to know about the shop local campaign, upcoming holiday events, the sign by-law review survey and the next workshop for the Keswick Secondary Plan Review. You can also find information on upcoming virtual Council meetings, winter parking restrictions and more. Find it online at georgina.ca/TownPage.

Be a Santa to a Senior! Get your gifts in before Dec. 10. We are working toward our goal of providing a Christmas gift for each of the long-term care residents at Cedarvale Lodge and River Glen Haven. Visit georgina.ca/events for more information. Thank you to everyone for supporting this initiative to help bring holiday cheer to a senior in Georgina. Remember to follow all COVID-19 protocols and procedures in place at participating local partners, and avoid participating if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or feeling unwell.

Don’t let your basketball skills get rusty, shoot some hoops or perfect your jump shot at the Georgina Gym. All programs are designed for skill development and non-contact play (games and scrimmages are prohibited). Pre-registered drop-in basketball programs are available for both youth and adults. COVID-19 Safety Protocol in place. For more information, visit georgina.ca/gym.

The Queensway is closed in both directions between Riverglen Drive and Biscayne Blvd. due to a vehicle accident. Please use an alternate route.

Curbside Giveaway Days are back! On Saturday, Oct. 24, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., put your unwanted items at the curb free of charge for other residents/neighbours to take. All items must be removed by 5 p.m. and can only be put to the curb on this date. https://bit.ly/2IqwAee

Sign, sign, everywhere a sign. The Town’s current sign by-law is 14 years old. Since then, there have been changes in sign technology that require the by-law be reviewed. The Town is looking for your input. Take a few moments and fill out our survey https://bit.ly/3f5hnvn. It runs until Dec. 1. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/by-laws.

The Georgina Leisure Pool is open. There are various swim programs to keep you physically active, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. Enjoy programs like parent and child swim, Aquafit and lane swim. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit georgina.ca/swim

Be the first to know. Check out the Town Page online today before it hits the paper tomorrow. It has all you need to know about Halloween activities and events, the 2021 budget and the coming season at the ROC. You can also find information on upcoming virtual Council meetings, small business week and more. Find it online at georgina.ca/TownPage

To celebrate the spooky season, join us for a special evening of pre-registered candlelit Halloween Yoga. With Halloween-themed poses, this class will definitely put you in good spirits. Space is limited and participants must bring their own yoga mat. COVID-19 protocols are in place. For all the details, visit georgina.ca/programs.

Planning a wedding this fall? The Town is now issuing marriage licences by appointment. You must complete a marriage licence application form and provide two pieces of identification from each person. Payment of the licence fee of $100 will be required over the phone. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, new protocols have been put in place for pickup at the Civic Centre. The Clerks Services Coordinator will provide all information once an appointment has been confirmed. To learn more and get an application, visit georgina.ca/MarriageLicence.

Georgina's Halloween Boo Bags are here! Complete with more than a week's worth of spooktacular Halloween-themed arts, crafts, activities and challenges. Each Boo Bag costs $10 and will accommodate one child aged 4 -12 years. Parent participation and a few basic household items may be required. Boo Bags will be available for curbside pickup at the Georgina Ice Palace - Rear Entrance on Oct. 20, 21, 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Visit georgina.ca/programs to sign up or call 905 476-4301. Limited quantities available.

Are YOU curious about starting a #firstchoicecareer in the skilled trades? Come out for a registration open house on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet instructors and program coordinators. Ask questions, talk about your goals, fill out your registration forms and find out why the trades are a great choice for your next step! Pick your time and reserve your spot for free: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../gtti-skilled-trades...

The ROC is getting ready to bring you another ROC’n winter season. Staff continue to closely monitor the recommendations and guidelines from public health authorities and government agencies, as they prepare for the 2020/2021 season.

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