the problem with barrie, contrary to, or in addition to, ian robb's belief, was the venue. i went once. i didn't want to go back. there were (and are) an awful lot of marvellous festivals in ontario with both excellent performers and wonderful venues.

i can't make it to orillia, but you'll have great weather at mariposa this weekend, and i hope a good turnout and a really good time....

~'nut