Sale of a special commemorative 18-month calendar, free cake for everyone and a historical photo display were organized to celebrate Gooderham’s 150th Anniversary during the town’s July 1 Canada Day event.
Municipality of Highlands East Mayor Dave Burton cut the cake at the Robert McCausland Community Centre.
“We’re really excited about the commemorative calendar because it features photos of the Gooderham area submitted by local people,” said Valerie Dugale, Chair of the Gooderham Community Action Group that organized the calendar and events for July 1. “The town’s slogan is ‘Catch the Gooderham Spirit’ and the calendar really reflects that feeling!”
The calendars are being sold for $20 or two or more for $15 each (cash only) to help raise funds for the work of the Action Group, which includes a yearly student bursary, Christmas cheer packages for families in need, events such as the upcoming Gooderham Music Festival on July 29 and support for local firefighters, food banks and heat banks.
