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(May 12, 2014) – The City of Orillia is commemorating the
100th anniversary of Ontario’s participation in World War One with the 2014
edition of Doors Open Orillia on Saturday, May 24.
Doors Open Orillia takes people beyond the bricks and mortar
of the area’s historical, architectural and cultural sites to learn of stories
from the war that helped shape our nation.
“Doors Open Orillia would not be the success that it is
year-after-year without strong partnerships,” said Mayor Angelo Orsi.
“Together, our community is able to showcase just how fortunate we are to have
such a rich and vibrant history at every corner of our great City.”
This year, Doors Open Orillia coincides with the Downtown
Orillia Management Board’s Bring on Spring Sidewalk Sale, which will attract
visitors and residents to explore our historic downtown during Doors Open.
Stop
by Marvel Beauty School on Saturday for a quick early 20th century updo as they
share the story of the shift in women’s hairstyles and fashions following their
entrance into the workforce during World War One. Known as “temporary men”,
women joined the workforce to help sustain the local economy while the men went
off to war.
“It was a time in history that defines the rights and
freedoms we have today - voting, equality, and hard work,” said Marianne
Golovchenko, Campus Director of Marvel Beauty School in Orillia. “We are and
can be beautiful and still get our hands dirty.”
Other Doors Open Orillia events include:
• Orillia Central Public School. Beginning at 9 a.m., join
the City of Orillia and partners, including the Orillia Silver Band, for a
ceremonial bell ringing for the newly restored Orillia Central School Bell
Tower.
• Orillia Farmers’ Market. Stop by one of Ontario’s oldest
farmers’ markets for some local produce and more.
• Stephen Leacock Museum. Visit the newly restored Stephen
Leacock Museum as they open their doors for a sneak peak of their $1.2-million
renovation project.
• Orillia Public Library, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial
Hospital, Royal Canadian Legion, and the Orillia Museum of Art and History. Enjoy
featured exhibits and stories related to the war effort.
• Coldwater Mill and Coldwater Canadiana Museum. Take a
short drive to Coldwater and open the door to its historical roots. Stop by the
museum for maple beans and Devon Tea!
“We are also excited to have the OPP Museum taking part in
this year’s event,” said Jacqueline Soczka, Manager of Culture for the City of
Orillia. “It is rare to have the museum open on weekends, which will be great
for young families who have never seen their exhibits before.”
Share your experiences on the Orillia Parks, Recreation and
Culture Department Facebook page. Like them on Facebook to find details on how
your photo entries could be entered into Doors Open Ontario’s Digital Photo
Contest. NEWS RELEASE
For a complete list of Doors Open Orillia locations and
events visit doorsopenontario.on.ca/orillia
Maps and brochures will be available at each participating
site in the weeks leading up to the event.
The City of Orillia is a city of 30,586 people in the heart
of Central Ontario on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Visit our
website at orillia.ca
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