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Green Pastures by Brigitte Granton This painting depicts one of my favourite views in King Township and it has inspired me to paint it in all the seasons. Driving west along the Lloydtown Aurora Sideroad it is visible from the hill west of Dufferin and it represents everthing I love about King – its wide open spaces, farmland, rolling hills and views that go on for miles.

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COMMUNITYevents

• TheRainMakerTeam sponsors 3 tee ball teams in King.

Aug. 30, Sept. 13, Sept. 27, Oct. 11, 2014Schomberg Farmers’ MarketThe 2014 season Schomberg Agriculture Farmers’ Market is open. The market takes place on the Fairgrounds in downtown Schomberg and oper-ates every other Saturday from 8:00 to 12:00. The Schomberg Agriculture Farmers’ Market allows consumers to have access to locally grown, farm fresh produce. Come out and visit!

September 2nd

September 14, 2014 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)Schomberg Street Gallery Stroll down Main Street in Schomberg and enjoy the ambience, the shops and, of course, the art. The Schomberg Street Gallery is a one-day juried exhibition and sale of quality fine art and craft, held in the historic village of Schomberg, Ontario. Admission is free to the public.

October 13, 2014Thanksgiving DayWishing this Thanksgiving finds you with plenty of reasons to give thanks. Happy Thanksgiving from Everyone at King Living!

October 16, 2014 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)Sip & Savour in Support of King Township Food BankAn Exclusive New York Style Cocktail Party At Nobleton Lakes Golf Club featuring delectable hors d’ouevres, an assortment of fine wines, musi-cal performance by Ron Littlejohn, tempting auc-tion items, dazzling companionship & conversa-tion. Tickets are $40 on sale now. To purchase tickets or sponsor the event please visit www.kingtownshipfoodbank.ca

Stephen Ferritto Sales Representative

Stephen is the only member of TheRain-MakerTeam that was born in King City and has lived in King City all of his life. Stephen’s passion for helping clients at-

tain their real estate goals is the mark that he leaves on every transaction. His excellent communication skills and the ability to attend to every client’s needs is why he is an integral part of TheR-ainMakerTeam. Stephen has the enthusiasm and professionalism that every buyer and seller looks for. As a bright and young entre-preneur, he uses creative and innovative strategies that leave all of his clients stress-free and satisfied. On a personal note, Stephen enjoys playing various sports, cooking and spending time with his family, as well as donating his time as the youngest active member of the King City Lions Club.

TheRainMakerTeam.com

We are a team of Realtors® who live and work in your neighbourhood. We are here to help people in the community with all of their Real Estate needs.

It’s all about you–not us!Rain•mak•er: One who is known for achieving excellent results.†

we make “sold” happen

905.832.3880 † www.thefreedictinary.com

Joseph Cartaginese Broker

Joe has been a resident of King City since 1986, where he and his wife of 36 years raised 3 daughters. He is a proud grandfather of two and hopefully more

to come. Joe’s professional career started in a financing company in 1976, which led to being a mortgage lender and Broker. 1994 was the transition to real estate. During this time he has received several awards including his most recent the National Chairman’s Club. An award given annually to the Top 1% of all Royal LePage Realtors in Canada. He provides endless services to make your transactions go as smoothly as possible. On a personal note Joe enjoys gardening, golfing, carpentry and spending time with his family.

Paula Perri Broker

Paula has been in Real Estate since 1995. Prior to joining the Real Estate world Pau-la was a lender. She is a licensed Mortgage Broker and can assist any RainMaker

client with both their Real Estate and Mortgage needs. She always puts her client’s needs as a number one priority. As a team member of TheRainMakerTeam, Paula ensures that every transaction goes smoothly and makes your new purchase or sale of a home that much easier for you. On a personal note, Paula loves to spend time with family especially her four beautiful grandchildren.

Jamie Goldenberg Sales Representative

Jamie brings to our team over 25 years of customer service expertise. During that time, Jamie developed the commu-nication, organization and interpersonal

skills needed to be a successful Realtor. He listens to his clients, fully understands their objectives and then implements a plan to achieve their goals. His easy going nature makes his clients feel at ease, and his superior negotiating skills give his clients the com-fort of knowing he is always working in their best interest. On a personal note, Jamie enjoys spending his free time with his lovely wife and three daughters.

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Amanda - Administrative Assistant, Ada - Marketing Director

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Anna Raeli, Agent2201 King Road, Suite 2King City, ON L7B 1G2Bus: 905-833-2662 Bus: 905-833-ANNAwww.annaraeli.com

KCBCA King City Business and Community Association (KCBCA) founded in December 2011, is a Group of business owners and residents in King City. The KCB-CA hosts and participates in a variety of community initiatives and events e.g. the Annual Christmas in King City Event and the King City Street Festival. Through such events and future plans, the KCBCA hopes to foster a sense of community pride and encourage local business patronage. The KCBCA also strives to improve the curb appeal, making King City a more beautiful place for everyone to live, work, shop and play.

OBJECTIVES • Inform businesses and citizens about free three-hour

off-peak time on-street parking on King Road and Keele Street.

• Create more visible parking signs. • Replace current signs on posts with larger signs co-

loured green with permitted times. These can be posted on hydro meters or lanterns or bicycle racks. Install two large green signs to be posted on the King Road & Keele Street at the “four corners” and near the King Township Municipal Office.

• On-street parking stall markings or white painted curbs.

• Encourage York Regional Police to control speed limits on King Road.

• Encourage the Township to repair sidewalks with the objectives of achieving improved accessibility, safety and improved snow removal.

• Replace garbage drums with attractive bins.• Install benches throughout the village core.• Display flower pots throughout the core update the

façade of business fronts.

WHY • On-street parking will only occur if patrons and

residents are made aware of it and feel comfortable to park. If we want to create a main street village core atmosphere we need to make parking and exploring the Town pedestrian friendly and safe. Currently, it is a thoroughfare of fast commuters and large trucks driving through to the 400 Highway.

• Sidewalk maintenance will reduce the risk of falling. • We need to take ownership of our village not unlike

what other municipalities are doing to create a sense of pride in their community. The businesses need it

and so do our current and future customers. Already we have observed how parking on King Road has slowed down traffic. We have also received consid-erable positive feedback. Commuters need to adhere to the 50 km zone limit and not travel at the average speed of 80 km zone.

• More visible signage will clearly inform commuters that parking is permitted. When we have a parking symbol marked in red with a cross through it, it doesn’t stand out as parking being permitted.

HOW The KCBCA has initiated a campaign to gather sup-port from businesses and residents with the goal of encouraging off-peak hours on-street parking and increased Police enforcement of vehicles speeding on King Rd. The KCBCA will work collaboratively with the King Township and York Region on this campaign to achieve our objectives of a vibrant, prosperous, livable and walkable place!

Yours truly,Anna Raeli, PresidentKCBCA www.kingcitybusiness.caw

Did you know that parking is permitted on King Road?

King City parking & village coreimprovement campaign

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2014

Exhibition and Sale

ofFine Art & Unique Crafts

10am - 5pm

th6 Annual

Sunday September 14 th

SchombergStreetGallery.ca

Schomberg Street Gallery Stops TrafficArtists bring splash of colour to historic Main Street

th6 annual Schomberg Street GallerythSunday September 14 from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Main Street closed to traffic for this much-anticipated event.

Come for the Schomberg Street Gallery – be prepared to stay all day.Street-side cafés, Lions Club BBQ and Rickshaw rides.

A free event for art lovers of all ages.Something is bound to catch your eye that will look great in your home.

“ Inspiration is everywhere. The countryside of Canada never disappoints!”

C o v e r F e a t u r e

Brigitte GrantonArtist

Be sure to also check out the work of the following artists:

Alexandra Conrad

Kim Ratigan

Darlene J. Winfield

Jennifer Peers

Keith Thirgood

Brigitte Granton’s passion for painting landscapes in acrylic and oil paint comes

from her love of nature and education in the biological sciences. As a King City resi-dent for much of her life, she is drawn to the rolling hills, farms and green spaces of King Township as well as the rugged landscapes of Parry Sound.

While working in medical research and forensics, art was always a part of her life, and after raising a family, she was able to focus on painting full time. Over the years, Brigitte has taken numerous courses and workshops in oil and acrylic painting from various prominent artists and as a child she would paint alongside her artist/chef father.

In addition to painting in oils and acryl-ics, Brigitte has many years of experience in creating pen and ink botanicals. She is an il-lustrator for the North American Native Plant Society (NANPS), drawing native plants for their quarterly publication The Blazing Star and native plant fact sheets.

Brigitte has participated and won awards in juried art shows and her works are cur-rently displayed in the Patrick House Art Studio and Gallery and hang in private col-lections and in corporations in Canada.

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he village of Schomberg was settled in 1830 and was initially known as Brownsville af-

ter the first landowners. By 1860 the village had prospered, becoming the centre of local commerce

boasting banks and a mill, taverns and churches. At the turn of the century, the Aurora/Schomberg railway

came to town, and a private residence was converted into a railway station. With the advent of better roads and cars, the railway closed in 1927 and the house reverted to being a private home.

In the centre of Schomberg is the Dufferin Marsh, a wet-land that provides for a variety of plant communities, which support resident and migratory birds and animals. Within the Marsh are places to sit and enjoy the wonderful environ-ment. There are also several greenspaces with playground facilities and equipment for smaller children and caregivers.

There are many walking paths within the community. At the southwest corner of Schomberg the trail can be taken through local countryside, from which you can see the rolling hills of King and Caledon, and which connects to the Oak Ridges Trail.

A new venture within the Village is the Schomberg Com-munity Farm. It is designed to provide a hands-on opportu-nity to experience and appreciate the link between what we grow and what we eat, while learning about gardening skills, ecology, land-to-table issues, and sustainability.

Schomberg is a community with activities that engage families, seniors and youth. The spirit of participation is seen in our sports groups, our business community, the variety of recreational activities, and especially in the volunteer opportunities. Schomberg warmly welcomes all residents to have fun and be involved. KL

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New  Patients  Welcome  

Call  us  today  to  make  your  

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Dedicated   to   providing   the   highest   quality   dental  services   to   you   and   your   family.   We   provide   an  optimal   dentistry   experience   using   the   latest  technologies   in  our   industry.  We   are   confident   to  make  your  every  appointment  easy  and  relaxed  in  a  friendly  environment.        

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Port Soirée is nestled in the small village of Schomberg on Main Street. As we walked down Main Street on a

sunny afternoon, we came across Port Soirée and decided to stop in for lunch. We were greeted by the owner Alvaro who was friendly and immediately helped us to our seats. Port Soirée has a very cozy ambiance and is decorated with the works created by local artists. These paintings and photographs are a pleasure to admire while enjoying

your meal and, additionally, are available for purchase. Both my colleague and I ordered salads to start and fish for our mains. The quantity and quality of our food was exceptionally good. The wine selection is diverse. From the moment we entered to the moment we left, our experience was great. If you are in the Schomberg area, be sure to stop in for a great meal at Port Soirée.

–The Happy Eater

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Schomberg LionsFounded in 1947

Schomberg Lions Have Fundraised and Volunteered to Make Our Community a Better Place

• Model Train Show• Community Yard Sale• Pancake Breakfast at

The Schomberg Fair• School bbqs• Euchre nights

Interested in finding out

more?

Call 905 939 4024

• Fish and chip suppers• Schomberg Street Gallery• Fall bonfire night• Remembrance Day ceremony• Main Street Christmas• Skating with Santa

Annual community events we support:

• Sponsoring youth and sport groups

• Sponsoring high school bursaries

• Fundraising to help with the building of community facilities

• Donating funds to create two children’s play areas in Schomberg

• A driving force in building Kitchen Breedon Manor – Schomberg’s seniors’ residence

Garage sale signs available upon request.

Contact TheRainMakerTeam at 905.832.3880

Bricks 4 Kidz helps to boost self-esteem in children with an award-winning curriculum that boasts both learning through creative play and playing to learn with LEGO Bricks. “Engaging with their peers in afterschool classes, students collaborate outside of their structured class, allowing for a broader scope of retention and participation,” says Dan O’Donnell, COO of Creative Learning Corporation, the franchise developer of Bricks 4 Kidz.

Integrating these condensed classes into busy back-to-school schedules should be a priority for parents looking for project-based programs designed to improve social in-teraction, in-classroom engagement and academic performance.

When signing up for an afterschool program, look for one that:

• Emphasizes cognitive development, while building self-esteem in a fun environment.

• Implements relatable tools for children to learn with, such as LEGO Bricks.

• Allows children the opportunity to work with peers as well as individually.

• Promotes creativity through engaging lesson plans.

To find a Bricks 4 Kidz program in your area, visit www.bricks4kidz.com. You can learn more about the programs and new after-school programs by searching for a location by province or postal code. KL

Promoting peer engagement through afterschool programsWhether a child excels at athletics, academics, is a musician, or an artist, finding the right enrichment program does not have to be a daunting task.

King City Dental is proud to be a part of this growing community and with over 25 years’ experience, the staff at King City Dental strive to al-ways give you and your family the very best and most up-to-date care possible. Our practice is working to-gether to realize a shared vision of un-compromising excellence in dentistry.

The dental professionals at King City Dental are pleased to welcome you to our practice. Thank you for choosing King City Dental for your dental needs. We are confident that you will be very satisfied with the services that we offer. As your needs change, we will be happy to help you evaluate those needs and offer you the services that will help you achieve your new goals.

We want all our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand any health issues you face. That’s why we’ve developed a website loaded with valuable information about dentistry and dental problems and treatments. We encourage you to visit this site whenever you have concern about your teeth.

We are committed to: • Listening to those we are privileged to serve,• Earn the trust and respect of patients, profession and community,• Ensure a creative, challenging and compassionate professional environment,• Strive for continuous improvement at all levels.

Your first visit… Establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information, like your medical history, and give you time to get to know your doctor. Being well-prepared for your appointment will ensure that the doctor has all of the needed information to provide the best possible care for you. It will also help relieve any unnecessary anxiety you may be feeling. Educate yourself on your symptoms by reviewing the content on our website.

We accept direct billing for insurance. Ask us about our free Electric toothbrush and whitening promotions for new patients.

www.kingcitydental.ca 905-833-1133 2115 King Rd. Unit #2 King City

The team at King City Dental give patients that rare thing: a pleasant time in the dentist’s chair.

The practice is an outstanding example of modern dentistry at its very best, mirrored with the friendliest and most knowledgeable staff. You will be simply delighted with the experience.

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BI LIANABOUTIQUE

After a long day of sitting at their desks at

school, your kids may not be interested in sitting

at the table for snack time. If your kids are on

the go, this quick savoury recipe will give them a

nutritious snack they can enjoy anywhere so you

don’t have to turn to chips or candy.

Roasted chickpeasIngredients:• 2 cans (16 oz. each) chickpeas, drained, rinsed and dried• 2 Tbsp olive oil• 1 packet Simply Organic Crazy Awesome Veggies

seasoning blend

Directions:

1/ Preheat oven to 400 F.2/ Place chickpeas in bowl.3/ Toss with olive oil and seasoning blend until evenly coated.4/ Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.5/ Bake 30 - 40 minutes or until crisp.6/ Place toothpicks or skewers on nearby serving platter.

Creating delicious, wholesome snacks for your kids is easier than you think. All you need is the right recipe. For more easy recipe ideas to make back to school as healthy and nutritious as possible, visit www.simplyorganic.com. KL Courtesy of BPC

Snack on the run

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New King City AppTownship of King’s Mobile App, King-miCity is available for download from the iTunes and

Google Play app stores.

This app makes it easier to access information and services like waste and recycling as well

as the ability to submit service requests: anywhere, anytime.

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Do you love to take pictures? Do you have some amazing photographs of King Township that you would love to share with others? If you do, please submit them to us for the possible opportunity of having them displayed in our next magazine edition. Email your picture to us at info@kingliving.ca

Do you love to write? Have you always wanted to see your article in print? If so, please submit an article about living in King Township to have the possible opportunity to have it printed in our next edition. Email your story to us at info@kingliving.ca

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