by Gary McWilliams | Nov 10, 2024 | Dirt Road Diaries
The Secret of the Alton Mill! We were standing outside, surrounded by four walls. Only the walls could be seen. The sound of an unseen wind howled above us. The world seemed to stop, only the sound of the forceful wind could be heard, but not felt. We decided to go...
by Gary McWilliams | Nov 8, 2024 | Dirt Road Diaries
It Was a Dark and Stormy Night in Tyrone! All the lights of the Village of Tryone were out. The storm, nearly the strength of a hurricane, had blown down trees, and had caused massive blackouts throughout the area. It would be days before the hydro workers could...
by Gary McWilliams | Nov 5, 2024 | Dirt Road Diaries
Destination Christmas in York Durham Headwaters ~ A Wonderland of Wonder, Waffles, and Winter Woes ~ Ah, Christmas in York Durham Headwaters! It’s that time of year when even the most level-headed Canadian morphs into a flannel-wearing, hot-cocoa-sipping...
by Gary McWilliams | Nov 3, 2024 | Ontario Explored
Ontario’s Santa Claus Parades ~ The Magic, Charm, and Organized Chaos of Ontario’s Santa Claus Parades ~ The Santa Claus Parade is one of Ontario’s most cherished winter traditions, where you get to wave at a jolly, red-suited gentleman (who may or may not...
by Gary McWilliams | Nov 3, 2024 | Events and Festivals
Visit Santa Mrs. Claus Elf Donoko at Tyrone Mills Holiday 2024 Visit Santa Mrs. Claus and Elf Donoko at Tyrone Mills Holiday 2024 Saturday November 16 and Saturday December 14, 2024 Explore Ontario’s Historic Mills this Holiday Season! From unique local art and...
