Over the years we have been able to meet and talk with some very interesting people. They have shared with us their knowledge and have provided us with a great deal of insight as to how and why festivals and events work and why they are so important to our communities and to the Province of Ontario. With this in mind, we decided that we wanted you to meet and hear from some of the wonderful people who work so hard to provide us all with such wonderful Ontario Festivals and Events! We are pleased and proud to present "THE INSIDE SCOOP"!
We are concluding our Interview here with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society in this fabulous, fun, interesting, educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining Interview with “THE INSIDE SCOOP”.
Judi "Scoop" McWilliams ~ Ontario Visited Great Interview with Jodie Easson ~ Caledonia Agricultural Society ~ More than just a FAIR!
There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
PART 7 ~ “Respecting
the Past while Embracing the Future!” ~ “Without our Past … we have nothing!” ~
History is the Original Recycler”!
You
are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society website for all
their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
“Home for the Harvest” ~ “Traditions are our link to the Past!” ~ Scoop from President Jeff Dornan ~ Norwood Fall Fair ~ Rick Mercer YouTube Video
Norwood Fall Fair ~ Thanksgiving Weekend
“It is my privilege to invite you to
come and enjoy a day or two or maybe even three at the 2015 Norwood Thanksgiving Weekend Fair.
The Fair has a long history in the
township of Asphodel-Norwood and one that we as a community can be justifiably
a bit proud of. Our fairground sign proudly displays the statement “A Tradition Since 1868”. The word
tradition might conjure up memories of times past or of “old ways” of doing
things, and many traditions will usually create a welcome sense of comfort and
familiarity.
The first meeting of what would
eventually become the Norwood
Agricultural Society was held in the year 1868, however there are many
stories and records that place the fairs
beginnings considerably earlier to a least the 1840’s. Organized by our
community minded ancestors, these early exhibitions were large community events
where area farmers could display their harvests and their livestock, the
farmer’s wife and children could also display their handiwork, preserves and baking.
Essentially the Norwood Fair began as a community gathering, a place where family,
friends and neighbours got together for some good-natured competition, to catch
up on town gossip, share a few stories and I would imagine to share even more
laughs. This homecoming family-like atmosphere is what we as directors of the
fair work diligently to preserve and cultivate, and it is those humble
beginnings that form the basis for many of the traditions that we strive to
pass on to future generations of fair goers.
Traditions are
our link to our past
- it is where we came from and one of our earliest mandates was to stay
faithful to our agricultural heritage; we strive to accomplish this by
insisting that our shows and competitions stay agricultural in nature. This
directive allows us to stay connected to our past and honour the efforts and
aspirations of our forefathers, while still providing us the freedom to evolve
and grow.
While the fair has its own customs that
it adheres to, it is also responsible for creating many family traditions. For
most people that grew up in Norwood or the surrounding area the Fair tends to
become a Thanksgiving ritual for them and their family, the holiday weekend
will include a pilgrimage to the fair as well as gathering to enjoy a holiday
feast together. As time passes and families move and expand this annual ritual
usually still continues; bringing extended family members back home for a trip
to the Fair and the annual friendly fight over the stuffing.
Keeping and maintaining treasured and
familiar customs is where traditions are born, they create a sense of belonging
and a sense of comfort in knowing that certain things will stay the same for as
long as possible.
For our theme this year we have
incorporated both family and Fair traditions together and I hope you will make
or continue to make, the Norwood Fair a part of your own Thanksgiving weekend
traditions as I invite you to come “Home for the Harvest”.
Have an enjoyable and fun filled time
with your family and friends at the Norwood
Fair”.
We welcome you to join along
with our Interview with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society to this
fabulous, fun, interesting, educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining
Interview with “THE
INSIDE SCOOP”.
Judi "Scoop" McWilliams ~ Ontario Festivals Visited Great Interview with Jodie Easson ~ Caledonia Agricultural Society
There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
PART 6 ~ “SIGNAGE!”
~ “Embrace New Technology” ~ “TAG & BRAG”
Stay tuned for Part 7 ~ “Respecting the Past while Embracing the
Future!” ~ “Without our Past … we have nothing!” ~ History is the Original
Recycler”!
In
the meantime, you are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society
website for all their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
We welcome you to join along
with our Interview with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society to this
fabulous, fun, interesting, educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining
Interview with “THE
INSIDE SCOOP”.
Jodie Easson ~ Caledonia Agricultural Society
Judi "Scoop" McWilliams interview with Jodie Easson Enjoying a Beautiful Day! There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
PART #5 ~ “Classic Country Fair with a bit of an Edge”! ~ “Change is Scary” ~
“Keep it Fresh!” ~ “Banks of the Grand River”
Stay tuned for Part 6 ~ “SIGNAGE!” ~ “Embrace New Technology” ~
“TAG & BRAG”
In
the meantime, you are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society
website for all their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
We welcome you to join along
with our Interview with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society to this
fabulous, fun, interesting, educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining
Interview with “THE
INSIDE SCOOP”.
There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
PART 4 ~ “Agri-cation” ~
“Community Growth” ~ “Engaging Youth” ~ “Best Way to Ensure the Future!”
Ontario Festivals Visited YouTube Video ~ Interview
Stay tuned for Part 5 ~ “Classic Country Fair with a bit of an
Edge”! ~ “Change is Scary” ~ “Keep it Fresh!” ~ “Banks of the Grand River”
In
the meantime, you are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society
website for all their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
We welcome you to join along
with our Interview with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society to this fabulous, fun, interesting,
educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining Interview with “THE INSIDE
SCOOP”.
Judi "Scoop" McWilliams ~ Ontario Visited interview with Jodie Easson, Caledonia Agricultural Society
There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
Ontario Festivals Visited You Tube Interview
PART 3 ~ “Caledonia Fair
Memories” ~ “1987 Fair Queen” ~ “Breaking the Barriers” ~ “Growth & Change”
Stay tuned for Part 4 ~ “Agri-cation” ~ “Community Growth” ~
“Engaging Youth” ~ “Best Way to Ensure the Future!”
In
the meantime, you are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society
website for all their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
We welcome you to join along
with our Interview with Jodie Easson, representing the Caledonia Agricultural Society to this fabulous, fun, interesting,
educational (“Agri-cational”), entertaining Interview with “THE INSIDE
SCOOP”.
Judi "Scoop" McWilliams ~ Ontario Visited "Jodie Easson" ~ Caledonia Agricultural Society Interview ~ Blue Mountain Village, Collingwood
There is a lot of “SCOOP”,
and Gary and I are excited to present this “INSIDE SCOOP” Blog via VIDEO. We
had a sunny fabulous day to shot the Video at Collingwood ~ Blue Mountain Village. Jodie and her daughter had
come the area for a dance competition (her daughter that is), and Jodie was
able to carve in some time to share her insights, knowledge, and great sense of
humour with us all.
We hope you enjoy this 7 Part
Series of “THE
INSIDE SCOOP” with Caledonia
Agricultural Society ~ Great information for any Festival, Event,
Organization, and Associations! Lots to learn!
PART #2 ~ “Appreciating Volunteers” ~ “Keeping Promises”
Stay tuned for Part 3 ~ “Caledonia Fair Memories” ~ “1987 Fair
Queen” ~ “Breaking the Barriers” ~ “Growth & Change”.
In
the meantime, you are welcome to check out the Caledonia Agricultural Society
website for all their events and activities at the Fairgrounds. Check out at http://caledoniafair.ca/PHP/cashome.php.
Finally, have fun with our
weekly “Oh
Canada Eh! Game” ~ online interactive video with questions about
Canada leading up to our 150th
Sesquicentennial in 2017! Enjoy! Please see at http://ontariofestivalsvisited.ca/oh-canada-eh-the-game.html.
