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Next issue in 2015
The December 18th, 2014 issue was the final paper for the year. There will not be a paper published the week of December 22nd or 29th as the office will be closed for holidays.  The next issue of the Town Crier will be on Thursday, January 8th, 2015.  Merry Christmas!

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A peek from the Town Crier files – December 15, 2004 -Operation Candy Cane Going Fine – Frank Hoffele (left) owner of Friends Caring and Sharing in Harriston is seen taking away another supply of candy canes for Operation Candy Cane. Helping Frank is Jim Mack. The number of candy canes which had been picked up by Frank was 3,500! Local residents dropped off their donations of candy canes at the Crier office which were then shipped around the world.

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CWL Christmas crafters inspire Grade 2/3 class
The Grade 2/3 class at Sacred Heart School in Mildmay has been busy studying the Town Crier. They LOVED the front page photo of the flowerpot snowmen created by the Catholic Women’s League in the November 13th issue.  Anna Hinsperger found her Grandma Joyce’s snowman, and shared the decoration with the class.  With the help of Julia Gutscher and Kailee Liesemer, the Grade 2/3’s were busy elves creating their own flowerpot snowman decorations.  Their teacher, Mrs. Kathy Liesemer reports that the students love reading the Town Crier each week!  Front row:  Olivia, Emily, Emery, Addison, Ella, Marcella, Cohen, Matthew. Middle row:  Kailee, Peyton, Noah, Rollin, Diego, Alex, Logan, Kathy. Top row:  Kylie, Dylan, Austin, Myia, Anna, Mitchell.

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A peek from the Town Crier files – December 21, 1976 – The final float to make an appearance at the Mildmay 1976 Santa Claus Parade was this old fashioned sleigh pulled by a team of horses owned by Ed Reinhart of Carrick Township.  What a great ride for Santa!  Also taking part in the parade were the Walkerton Starlets and Hanover Majorettes, the Mildmay-Carrick School Band and the Durham Girls Band.

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A peek from the Town Crier files – December 13, 1983 – The Mildmay Hill & Dale Riders Snowmobile Club entered a float in the Mildmay Lions Santa Claus Parade in 1983. There were also entries by the Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming ‘84 committee, Mildmay & District Lioness Club, plus many more! 

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The Mildmay & District Chamber of Commerce’s “Sharing of the Green” 50-50 Draw was held this past Sunday, November 30th. The tickets were sold during the Hanging of the Green weekend, and for several weeks prior. The lucky winner was Laura Hare from Saugeen Shores. She was presented with a cheque for $1,846.00 by Bob Scott, on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce. Also pictured is Laura’s son Kesler and husband Steve. (Local residents may recognize Laura as the daughter of Bill and Kathy Jarvis.)      – Town Crier photo

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On Wednesday evening, November 19th a total of 185 filled shoeboxes (which were collected at the Town Crier) were delivered to St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover, a collection centre for Operation Christmas Child.  Pictured (left to right): are Karen Huber, Office Manager at the Town Crier; Lisa Walter, a volunteer at the church; Anne Hahn, the Logistics Co-ordinator for Hanover Operation Christmas Child.    – Town Crier photo

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A peek from the Town Crier files – Dec. 16, 1986 – Town Crier Orval Neil (right) rings out good cheer to the season as he poses with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Hanging of the Green in Mildmay on Friday, December 6th. The trio officially turned on the lights on the Community Christmas Tree located at the Mildmay Post Office as a large crowd watched the proceedings.  (It’s interesting to note that this was the first year that the night Santa Claus Parade was held as part of the festivities.)

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Hanging of the Green next Friday!
The Magic of Christmas is coming to Mildmay next Friday evening, November 28th, with the arrival of the Hanging of the Green!   The 2014 theme is “The Magic of Christmas” and you, along with your family and friends are sure to experience the magic when you attend this popular event.
     This year marks the 32nd anniversary of the Hanging of the Green. The event is sponsored by the Mildmay & District Chamber of Commerce and is supported by local service clubs, organizations and the Mildmay Business Association.  Everyone joins together to bring this special night to the community.
     The evening gets underway at 5 p.m. in downtown Mildmay.  Santa Claus will be arriving early to meet the children prior to the parade.  He will be at JSW Heating, Cooling and Refrigeration located on Absalom Street from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This is an excellent opportunity for all the kids to get a chance to say “hi” to Santa.
     After stopping by to see Santa, the children are welcome to drop off their letters at the special mailbox by the Post Office, and while there, why not stop to enjoy the Mildmay-Carrick Public School Choir who will be performing from 7:00 – 7:30 pm.
        One of the popular attractions each year at the Hanging of the Green is the delicious hot apple cider. Be sure to get a cup to sip as you walk along the street. It’s a great way to warm up!  You can also warm up by one of the fire pits located beside Mac’s Convenience Store.
     If you are feeling hungry, the Mildmay Rotary Club will be selling their famous sausage on a bun. Sacred Heart High School students will be selling hot chocolate and gingerbread cookies with proceeds going towards their Battlefields Tour To France.  If you are craving something sweet, you can purchase a World’s Finest Chocolate Bar from the Grade 7 & 8 students from Mildmay-Carrick Public School. The proceeds from these sales will go towards their trip to Ottawa.
     The “Sharing of the Green” 50-50 tickets will be on sale at the Hanging of the Green. Be sure to get some tickets — last year’s winner won $2,008.00!  The draw is being held on Sunday, November 30th at the Optimist Club’s Breakfast With Santa.  The breakfast will take place at the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Complex from 8:30 – 11:30 am.  Everyone is invited to come to the breakfast – all ages are welcome!
     The highlight of Friday night’s events is always the Lighted Santa Claus Parade.  It begins at 7:45 pmwith entries gathering at Connect Equipment located across from the Mildmay Rotary Park. The parade will travel up the main street and end at the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Complex.  (Please take note that Highway #9 will be closed from 7:30 – 8:30 pm for the parade.)  There is still tons of time left to get your parade entry ready!  Keep in mind the theme and have your float/entry at Connect Equipment by7:15 pm.
     Back by popular demand is the “Memories of Christmas” performance at St. Paul’s United Church.  Everyone is invited to come and enjoy some memories and singing by a group of local musicians – Doug Breig, Brian Durrer, Greg Schuett and Carolyn Borth.  This performance is guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit and is a wonderful way to wrap up the evening.  The church is located one block off the main street on the corner of First and Peter Streets.
     Chair of the Hanging of the Green, Sherry Durrer and her committee of volunteers have been very busy preparing for this incredible night of festivities. They extend a warm invitation to come to Mildmay and experience the Magic of Christmas!

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This postcard was also brought in by Marg Albert of Mildmay. It shows a scene from the train wreck that happened south of Mildmay in June of 1909 on the George Mackie farm (located on Sideroad 35 West).

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