Events for July 2008.
Port of Orillia Opening Ceremonies
The sun was shining as The Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the Port of Orillia for another season on May 8th. Spirits were high in anticipation of another great year ...more
Orillia Perch Festival Closing Ceremonies
Closing ceremonies of the annual Orillia Perch Festival were held on May 10th at The Best Western Mariposa. It was a great evening for all. Thanks to all the sponsors for their ge...more
Quota Club of Orillia's New Executive
The Quota Club of Orillia met at the Ossiwippi Express to swear in their new executive on May 20th. Everyone enjoyed a wonderful evening. Please visit their website www.quotacana...more
"Big Bike Ride" for Heart & Stroke
Through rain & shine, they rode to raise money for Heart & Stroke research. 274 riders participated, over two days in May, on 13 rides. Congratulations to the riders who raised a t...more
Orillia Blooms Downtown Outdoor Market
Mississaga Street was closed down for the annual spring sidewalk sale in May. The street was filled with local store owners displaying their wares. Live music entertained the shop...more
"Ride for Dad"
Over 700 motorcycles and riders joined in on May 24th, for the 4th annual ride to raise money for the education & research of Prostate Cancer. It was a full day ride ending with a ...more
Friends for Life Walkathon
The dogs took to the trails with their friends for a beautiful Sunday morning walk in Couchiching Park to help raise money for the Orillia SPCA. Many of the dogs displayed their ta...more
Hospice Orillia Garden of Remembrance
It was a beautiful Sunday in May for those that gathered by the city greenhouses at Couchiching Park. It was a touching ceremony that included a Smudging ritual and planting of fl...more
O.P.P. Appreciation Night
In an outdoor ceremony, Bethyl Baptist Church & Mayor Ron Stevens hosted an appreciation night for the Ontario Provincial Police. The evening included bagpipers, live entertainmen...more
Chamber of Commerce Visits the Hospital
The Chamber of Commerce met at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial to help kick off the "100 Years of Caring" celebrations. Members were greeted by new President & CEO Elisabeth Riley & in...more
21st Annual Georgian College Classic
The Georgian College Classic was held at HawkRidge Golf & Country Club in May. 190 golfers participated in this fundraising golf tournament, benefiting students through awards & s...more
Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
The hospital held it's 100th year anniversary at the end of May. The official ceremony was held mid-afternoon, then from 4 to 8 p.m. they offered a playland & exhibits for children...more
McCabe's Gives to Big Brothers Big Sisters
McCabe's Eatery & Lounge held their customer appreciation week at the end of May to celebrate their recent renovations & new menu. During the week they collected donations from the...more
Boston Pizza Helps Miss Teen Simcoe County
Boston Pizza held a fundraiser to help support Miss Teen Simcoe County get to the Miss Teen Canada competition later this year. Boston Pizza generously donated a percentage of thei...more
Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
The Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament was held at HawkRidge Golf & Country Club at the end of May. It was a sold out event with 144 golfers again this year. The weatherman...more
Orillia Opera House Works of Art
The City of Orillia commissioned two artists, Wayne Hill & Jim McKee, to sculpt beautiful works of art into the trees in front of the Orillia Opera House. The finished product is t...more
Montana's Kicks Off Patio Season
After a long cold winter, the management & staff at Montana's has been looking forward to the nice weather & the opening of "Patio Season". They kicked it off in style with a party...more
Rotary Club of Orillia Lobsterfest
The Rotary Club of Orillia held their sold out "Lobsterfest" at Oda's Park. Over 400 people enjoyed the live lobster flown in from down east, while listening to the musical sounds ...more
Orillia Lawn Bowling
The Orillia Lawn Bowling Club held their annual Open House to introduce potential new members to the sport. With a few new recruits today, the club was reaching almost 70 members. ...more
The Cooking Ladies at Home Hardware
Orillia's Home Hardware came up with an interesting way to spend a Sunday afternoon by inviting Phyllis Hinz & Lamont Mackay, also known as "The Cooking Ladies", to show off their ...more
