Events for July 2010.
Kevin Lehman Receives OPP Volunteer of the Year Award
Kevin Lehman, of Ramara Township, received this year's OPP Volunteer of the Year Award. The award recipient is selected by other volunteers and was presented by the Orillia Police ...more
Downtown Orillia Spring Sidewalk Sale
WOW! What a gorgeous couple of days for the Downtown Sidewalk Sale! The streets in downtown Orillia filled with thousands of people strolling up and down Mississaga St. Shop owners...more
Rotary Lobsterfest
The Rotary Club of Orillia held their sold out "Lobsterfest" at ODAS Park. 400 guests enjoyed the huge lobsters flown in from down East. There was a delicious hip of beef for the n...more
The Motorcycle Ride for Dad
Celebrating their 6th year in Orillia, the Huronia "Ride for Dad" was another huge success. Between 800 and 900 people registered in this motorcycle, full-day ride to raise money f...more
Drive One 4UR School
Now this was a unique event! Thor Motors held a whole day of test drives of brand new Ford vehicles at ODCVI. For every test drive taken, Ford was donating $20.00, to a maximum of ...more
Returns for Leukemia - Bottle Drive at The Beer Store
For two days, our local area Beer Stores were asking their customers to donate their empties in support of Leukemia. The Beer Store, green since 1927, is dedicated to the environme...more
Orillia Lions' Club Golf Tournament
The Orillia Lions' Club held their 10th Annual Golf Tournament at Couchiching Golf & Country Club. It was a gorgeous afternoon for this sold-out event. Everyone enjoyed a putting c...more
Purina Walk for Dog Guides
Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Provincial & Federal Government Officials, all joined Lions Club Members and concerned supporters in the Purina Walk for Dog Guides this year at Tudhope Park....more
13th Annual Hospital Golf Classic
Two hundred golfers were able to enjoy their lunch and then about half the course, before the weatherman struck them and forced everyone indoors. There were many different hole pri...more
33rd annual Veteran's Golf Day
Canada’s war veterans are nearing the age of 85 and will always have memories of what it was like to fight during World War II or Korea.
On Thursday, June 3, 144 of those Vet...more
The Chamber's Annual Golf Classic
Once again, the Orillia Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic was a sold-out event. 144 Chamber members enjoyed lunch, a terrific afternoon of golf and a delicious dinner at Hawk Ridge ...more
Ontario Celebrates Tourism Week
The Ontario Tourism Board kicked off the summer vacation season during this years' Tourism Week (June 7-13th). A national awareness week that highlighted the value of tourism. Resi...more
MPP Garfield Dunlop's Golf Tournament
It was another gorgeous day on the course at Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club for MPP Garfield Dunlop's annual tournament. 144 golfers enjoyed a day on the links in this sold-out eve...more
CFUW Annual Orillia Homes Tour & Tea
Five beautiful homes were opened up to the public for this year's Homes Tour & Tea. After their tour, guests could visit the Best Western Couchiching Inn for an "Afternoon Tea". Ap...more
Fundraiser for North Simcoe Victim Crisis Services
Janie & Marty Bulmer, of Washago, are about to embark on a trek of a lifetime. They have entered the Yukon River Quest, which is a strenuous 740 km wilderness journey from
Whiteh...more
Macaroni & Cheese Luncheon for The Sharing Place
It was such a simple idea that paid off! Over 320 tickets were sold to this fundraising event for The Sharing Place Food Bank. It wasn't your regular KD that was served, however, K...more
The Physicians' Long Service Awards
The Orillia & Area Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee hosted a reception in honour of our local physicians, dentists and midwives. Over 100 doctors, local dignitaries and ...more
11th Annual Sunshine Meet
The 11th Annual Sunshine Meet was hosted by Mariposa Gymnastics Club, located on Harvie Settlement Rd., in Orillia. The competition was for ODP Ages 5 to 9 and OCP Level 2-9, Ages ...more
Out and About for the Blues Festival
Most restaurants and bars around town offered live music in conjunction with the Spring Blues Festival. The event also hosted an outdoor main stage in Couchiching Beach Park all we...more
Leisureworld's Open House & Family Day
Leisureworld invited the public for a free BBQ and an opportunity to see what they have to offer at their home. The Family Council was raising money for their 160 residents annual ...more
