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Rochelle Mervin
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This isn't exactly family life but this is Big News for local families
Big News Orillia!
The Ontario government has officially announced plans to build a new hospital in Orillia, with a $3 million investment to kick off the planning process for a modern facility that will replace the aging Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
Key Highlights:
Announced by: Premier Doug Ford & Health Minister Sylvia Jones
Funding: $3 million for …


Rochelle Mervin
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Join Us for the 4th Annual On The Rocks Farm Market!
All in support of Lost Boys Hope Dog Rescue
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 7
Time: 10am–3pm
Location: On The Rocks Farm
Admission: FREE (Donations welcome!)
Dog Friendly (except farm animal area)
What to Expect:
Support Lost Boys Hope Dog Rescue
Meet adoptable dogs
Visit their booth & fun Kissing Booth!
Shop local vendors & crafters
BBQ lunch – hotdogs, hamburgers & …


Lacy Atalick
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This weekend, take a walk into history at the Leacock Museum.
For their Family Fun Day - there will be free admission and activities for kids.

leacockmuseum.ca

Rochelle Mervin
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Family Life in Orillia
There’s something special about raising a family in a town like Orillia.
Evenings at Couchiching Beach Park, bike rides along the trails, grabbing ice cream downtown, or cheering on your kids at Rotary Place—this is the kind of place where memories are made.
Life isn’t always perfect, but here, it feels grounded. Slower days, friendly faces, and space to just be together.
Whether it’s Saturday soccer games, …

Rochelle Mervin
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Parents and caregivers.. Here are a few simple recipes to make with or for the kids.
Homemade pizza, doughnuts and dinner rolls start with the perfect dough!
Recipes👇
1. Homemade Pizza Dough
1 tsp sugar
1 cup warm water
2 1/4 tsp yeast
2 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp Italian seasoning (optional)
4 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
Proofing The Yeast
In a bowl add the sugar, ½ cup of warm water and one packet of active dry …


Rochelle Mervin
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Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible Moms —birth moms, stepmoms, grandmothers, pet moms, bonus moms, and mother figures of every kind.
Today, we celebrate your love, strength, patience, and all the little things you do that make a big difference.
Have a great day!!


Rochelle Mervin
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Summer camp spots are filling up all around the area. If you are considering sending your kids to camp here is your reminder to do it quickly.
Here are 5 key benefits of summer camp for kids:
1. Builds Confidence – Kids try new activities, overcome challenges, and gain independence.
2. Encourages Social Skills – They make new friends, learn teamwork, and practice communication.
3. Promotes Physical Activity – Outdoor games, …

Rochelle Mervin
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The Orillia City Wide Garage Sale will be on June 7th, 2025 rain or shine. Here is the link if you're participating send a message on their page with your address to be added to the map.
Shoppers and sellers here is the page link please share it on your socials.
https://facebook.com/events/s/orillias-2nd-annual-city-wide-/1797135690858170/
Raise you hand in the comments if you are going to have a garage sale🙋♀️🙋♂️
If you have any …
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Rochelle Mervin
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Tomorrow is the Orillia Mom 2 Mom sale at ODAS Park!! 9 am til 1 pm.
The perfect time to shop for your kiddies for spring!!
Rochelle and Mike Real Estate will be handing out flower and vegetable seeds!
We will also be doing a GIVEAWAY if you want to enter
https://www.rochellemervin.com/spring-giveaway-2025
Prizes include:
$25 to Freshii
$25 to Coach House Kids
$25x 2 to J Nails & Spa
$50 certificate with Meghan at …

www.rochellemervin.com

Joe Cornelisse
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'System is broken': Amid growing frustration, county steps in to manage Walker Village
www.orilliamatters.com

Chelsea Rutledge
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Calling all nursing/chest feeding/breastfeeding families!
La Leche League Orillia is hosting our next meeting this coming Sunday April 13 at 1pm
You can check out our group details here:
www.lllc.ca/Orillia
Hope to see some smiling faces 🙂

Rochelle Mervin
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They are calling for an ice storm this weekend. If the kids are going stir crazy cause they can't play outside the Rec Centre has swimming and drop-in gym programs.
If it's safe to drive here is the link to check the daily rec schedule.

www.orillia.ca

Rochelle Mervin
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Easter Egg Hunt Orillia!!
Are you looking for something to do with the kids.. check out this event.
Downtown Orillia Great Easter Egg Hunt!
Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: The hunt starts at the Orillia Public Library Courtyard!
This egg-ceptional event promises a hopping good time for families in our community! Starting at the Orillia Public library courtyard, collect all 6 colours off eggs and …