Staging in the Toronto and Vaughan area we stage in a modern or modern traditional way to attract our ideal buyers.When we stage in the King City and Alliston area it changes as it is more country with city/rural influences.When we arrived at this home the elderly owners had moved out the children showed us the furniture that was left at the house. We found this old desk out in the shed. It was in pieces so the daughter offered to put it back together again as it had been her desk.Investment, minimal.Impact, priceless.We work with every budget and whatever treasures we find at property.Call the Go To Girl around town when you want your property marketed to attract your ideal buyers.Michelle Finnamore Interiors Ltd.416.928.2999michelle@finnamoreinteriors.com  08/11/2016

Home staging in the Alliston area we are known to be find economical solutions with our staging suggestions to market a home for sale.In this home the seller thought to attract buyers they might have to replace the dated kitchen cabinets which were a light oak colour.  We suggested that they replace the very worn and dated main floor  with commercial laminate, install a neutral light gray subway tile for a back splash in the kitchen and paint the walls a light gray called Balboa Mist by Benjamin Moore. The final touch was to install simple, modern light fixtures to create a bright look in these darker days of the fall season.By doing this we saved time and money on smaller fixes to update the look of the kitchen cabinetry.It was all done in 10 days from the time of selecting the finishe... 11/01/2015

When we are Home Staging in Alliston we love finding a home with a professionally finished back yard. Alliston is typically a commuter town and is considered a bedroom community by many so this home is a show stopper compared to the average home in town. To get away from it all you can visit Earl Rowe Conservation area which is actually on the west side of Alliston or you can live here at 21 Nunn with your own personal get away 3 steps outside your kitchen door. From an eating/grlling  area to a cozy conversation area to your own personal bamboo swing to read a book in, this back yard says welcome home! When you have a property ready to list call the Go To Girl around town. Michelle Finnamore Interiors Ltd. 416.928.2999   09/03/2013

Alliston, New Tecumseth. South Simcoe Ontario   Alliston, New Tecumseth. South Simcoe Ontario   Why do people live here?   The North end of Alliston, New Tecumseth is a beautiful neighborhood of single family homes that is located north of Victoria Street and east of King street. Most of the residents here have put down roots here in order to bring their children up in an environment with a small town feel and yet still have all the conveniences of living in a larger town. Many people commute to “the big smoke” while lots of other families have members that work at the local Honda Plant or other industry, retail or professional careers.   Looking for a home in the north end of Alliston?   Give me a call or drop me an email and I would love to show you around.   What’s the neighborhood l... 03/21/2013

Randy Greenman, owner/operator of Wray's Guardian Pharmacy (33 Victoria Street West) shared this video (converted from 8mm) of a drive down Victoria Street in Alliston circa 1989.  This predates my first visit to the town, in the early to mid-nineties to play in a Dart Tournament held at the Legion during Alliston's Annual Potato Festival.  I love these little blasts from the past, hope you do, too.     Many of the businesses have changed over the years, but there is a striking resemblance to present day Alliston.  I will try and re-create and share my version of Randy's stroll, circa 2013, in the next little while. 01/03/2013

Circle Theatre, in Alliston, has re-opened and the reviews have been great!The new digital projector has allowed Circle Theatre to first run movies and, combined with modest admittance fees, has resulted in line-ups on Fridays and Saturdays!On December 23rd, the Circle Theatre is playing The Grinch, admission is a donation to the Good Shephard Food Bank.On December 30th, the Circle Theatre is playing Descpicable Me, and again, admission will be a donation to the Good Shephard Food Bank.Why not book these dates to see these great family movies and generously support our local food bank? 12/18/2012

Knox Presbyterian Church, located at 160 King Street in Alliston is doing it again!They are offering a free Christmas Dinner on Tuesday December 25th, between noon and 2:00 p.m.Church members will be serving Turkey, Stuffing, Potatoes, Gravy, Turnips and Vegetables.  Refreshments will also be available.  If you are alone, and would appreciate the opportunity for fellowship, consider the invitation.If you are available and would like to Volunteer and/or entertain, please contact Know Presbyterian Church, 160 King St., Alliston.Call 705.434.1341 to reserve your plate. View Larger Map 12/17/2012

Its that time of year again. As winter approaches, we are entering another flu season. We can help reduce the spread of influenza through a proactive regimen including frequent good handwashing, covering our coughs and sneezes (or coughing into our elbows), staying home when sick, but the best way to prevent the spread of influenza is to get vaccinated every year. The influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone over the age of six months who is not allergic to the vaccine. A recent study showed that the influenza vaccine results in a reduction of 30,000 visits to hospital emergency departments, 1,000 hospitalizations and 300 deaths in Ontario alone. Upcoming Alliston Flu shot clinics will be held at: St John's United Church - Shilton Hall 56 Victoria Street East 705-721-7520 Alliston ... 10/26/2012

More "opportunity time" this morning, and as you might know, if I happen to be near Alliston on a Saturday morning, I will stop by the local farmer's market. So this morning, in spite of the, at times, torrential rains, guess where I was? Helen had put in her order, and I picked up six bagels, still warm from the oven, a couple of strudels, and a spicy beef patty.  Our order from the Harvest Share program has us stocked for fruit and vegetables for the week, so I passed on their fine produce. If you happen to be near Alliston from 8 am until 2 pm, drop by the Alliston Farmer's Market located on Mill St. north of Victoria St.  Other offerings include Cat treats and Candles. When you visit, if you find yourself interested in this community or this area, call me, Chris Smith @ 1.866.936.35... 07/07/2012

  Celebrate Canada's 145th Birthday in Alliston with festivities starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Rotary Pool and Bandshell and at the Museum on the Boyne. Museum on the Boyne View Larger Map 9:30 am - Aqua Zumba (Rotary Pool) 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Vendor and Craft Market 10:00 a.m. - Wake Up Yoga (Bandshell) 10:30 a.m. - Zumba (Bandshell) 11:00 a.m. - Kids Boot Camp (Bandshell) 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Free Swimming (Rotary Pool) 11:30 a.m. - Highland Dancers (Bandshell) 12:00 p.m. - Opening Ceremonies ( Bandshell) 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Classic Car Show, Reptilia Zoo, Childrenès entertainment and games (Beside Bandshell) 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - BBQ and Canada Day Cake (12:30 - 1:00) (Museum on the Boyne) ... and more! Alliston Bandshell and Rotary Pool View Larger Map 06/29/2012

Where: Knox Presbyterian Church           160 King St. South Alliston View Larger Map When:  Saturday June 16th           4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Enjoy fresh strawberries with your supper, enjoy the company of your neighbours and support a local church.  This event is wheelchair accessible.  Take-out orders are available. Tickets can be purchased at the door and are: Adults: $12.00 Children (5-12): $5.00 Children 4 and under are FREE. 06/15/2012

The RCMP Musical Ride is coming to Alliston June 16th and June 17th.  The first known musical performance dates as far back as 1887.  The horse, the tunic and the lance is one of the last links to the early history of the RCMP and this troop has performed around the world.  If you would like event information or tickets to either day, visit Alliston Rotary. View Larger Map They will be performing two shows at the National Focus Soccer Field on the South East corner of Beech and Church Streets.  Shows start at 1:30 pm both days, rain or shine. If you are considering Buying and/or Selling Real Estate in Alliston, call me, Chris Smith @ 1.866.936.3500 for information and assisstance in achieving your Real Estate Goals! 06/12/2012

What browser do you use?  Since the inception of Google Chrome, it has quickly risen in popularity and has now reached #1 worldwide! During the seven day period May 14th to 20th, Google Chrome reached Number 1! With IE in #2, and Firefox in #3. In North America, IE was still #1 with Chrome in #2, and Firefox in #3. I personally use Firefox Mozilla for Active Rain, Facebook and news, preferring IE for general web searches, accessing my Real Estate Board, and Banking (an almost 50-50 split).  I have tried Google Chrome on occasion, but probably prefer Safari to Goggle Chrome at the present time.  It seems that, statistically, I am in the minority. Which is your favourite browser?   05/22/2012

Circle Theatre in Alliston, a local landmark, operating since before World War II, on the South Side of Victoria Street has a new Owner, Kate Vander Zaag. Although I have never seen a movie at this local institution, my mother-in-law has seen many movies here with her friends over the years and has always enjoyed the experience. There is a place for theatres like this in the day of Giant IMAX multi-theatre complexes.  I think it was during a 2003 vacation during which we stayed for a while in Bozeman, MT, that Helen and I saw Seabiscuit at the Ellen Theatre on Main St.  The movie experience was enhanced because we saw it, soaking up the atmosphere that comes from being in a historical building. We will definitely support the Circle Theatre in Alliston when it re-opens. Closed since Octo... 05/13/2012

It's a sunny warm beautiful spring day in Alliston, and I am on Duty... As I drove in to work at 8:30 a.m., I saw that Mill St. was closed for Alliston's Outdoor Farmer's Market, and that the stalls were already open. About noon, I thought I would stroll down the street and check out the fare.  Ro, from R&P Farms was there serving up Hot Dogs, 100% Pork Sausages and his famous Double Bacon Burger, a Peameal Bacon (Canadian Bacon) Burger topped with two slices of traditional Side Bacon. Guess what I chose? A fellow agent had bought an apple strudel and shared it with us.  It was great, full of apple with a hint of cinnamon.  I decided to buy one for Helen and Vi, they like good strudels. Also available were some vegetables and potted plants, as well as a number of other stalls.  Expect t... 05/12/2012

When:    Saturday May 12th, 2012 @ 6:00 p.m. Where:  Alliston Memorial Arena, 49 Nelson Street, Alliston ...will be the site where the Demolition Derby Dames traveling team, the Misfit Militia battles against the Capital City Derby Dolls, Dolly Rogers Live Entertainment will be provided by FourTwoNothing Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door (children 9 and under are FREE) Advanced tickets can be purchased at Shoeless Joe's in Alliston, or online @ Brown Paper Tickets. If you are looking to buy and/or sell a home in Alliston, call me, Chris Smith @ 1.866.936.3500 for information and assistance in helping you achieve your Real Estate Goals. 05/07/2012

Today, May 2nd is McHappy Day!! I stopped by on my way to work... Buy any McCafe product all day, or a Big Mac or any McHappy meal and McDonalds will donate $1.00 to the "local" Ronald McDonald House. The local Alliston McDonalds had people selling items to help raise more money, I bought a pen and a pin. To Learn more about McHappy Day and/or Ronald McDonald house and how the people of Simcoe County have benefited, click here 05/01/2012

McHappy Day Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 Why not stop in at a local McDonald's, in Alliston @ 137 Young Street West, or in Angus   @ 231 Mill Street $1 from every Big Mac, Happy Meal and McCafe purchased on Wednesday May 2nd will go to the Toronto Ronald McDonald House. Staff from both these local McDonald's visited the new Ronald McDonald House in Toronto on April 17th and served dinners to families staying there.  The Toronto Ronald McDonald House provides accommodations for families of seriously ill children who are receiving treatment at a nearby hospital and, with 69 rooms, is the largest of its kind in the world. Families from the greater Simcoe area have spent more than 1,000 room nights in the Toronto Ronald McDonald House. McDonald's Canada covers 100% of all the administrative and ... 04/29/2012

My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) has applied to the CRTC for a new local FM service for Alliston and area on 92.1 FM. If you feel that a source of local news, weather, sports and business promoting a unique mix of music including artist such as: Nellie Furtado, Maroon 5, Taylor Swift, Rod Steward, Fergie, Blue Rodeo, Shania Twain, Billy Joel, Tom Cochrane, Adele etc. would be good for our community, click here (for a link to CRTC website) and submit your comment *** Note Application Number 2011-1225-0 My Broadcasting Corporation Link to My Broadcasting Corporation (where you can listen to any of twelve local stations online) 03/30/2012

Did you know that two-thirds of the world's lentils are grown in Canada?  Until this morning, I had know idea! Lentils are any of a variety of dried legumes that can be prepared many different ways.  They are found in many varieties, among them: red, yellow, green, brown and black. We all know that they are good for us, don't we?  But do you know just How Good? Regular consumption of lentils can contribute to lower cholesterol and triglycerides, reduce the risk of heart disease and have positive effects on blood pressure and blood sugar levels and in moderating insulin levels. These legumes are packed with protein, fibre, as well as beta-carotene, iron, zinc, selenium, and folate.  Because they are low in fat, with no saturated fat, and have no cholesterol, they are an excellent additi... 03/01/2012