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By Dave Scott Norfolk Street, Simcoe, was the site last week, where Dave Zeldon pulled up the Eising Greenhouses & Garden Centre van and trailer loaded up with all the necessities to help beautify the small gardens around downtown Simcoe.

Dave, who is with the local Horticulture Society, was busy

organizing the Norfolk Association for Community Living (NACL) participants and their gardening mentors in what was a joint effort of the two groups. They were working together to help create a more colourful downtown… of course with the Business Improvement Area’s (BIA) blessing it all came together quite nicely.

By Dave Scott As I entered Easy Living Interiors at 416 Main Street in Port Dover, the first person I encountered was owner, Shirley Ammerman, busy at work behind her desk.

Shirley asked if she could help me… I explained who I was and that I was hoping to ask a few questions about their 20 year celebration that was coming up.

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The NACL participants and their mentors will spend the summer weeding their gardens and replacing any needed plants.

The idea was conceived by John Race, who brought the two groups together to establish the Diamond Diggers… mentors from the Horticultural Society and NACL participants working together to learn about gardening and each other.

Shirley told me that those 20 years happened so fast!

Shirley, as an interior designer, has enjoyed travelling around the area, meeting and working with folks, helping them with their homes… she is always busy.

Delores Koslowski, who works at Easy Living Interiors, joined us in the office area. Both ladies made me feel right at home as we discussed how

When you are around town, stop and enjoy the fantastic gardens that have been planted for all of us to enjoy.

Thanks to John for such a wonderful idea, to Dave and the Horticultural Society, to NACL for making the gardens happen and to Eising Greenhouses & Garden Centre for their ongoing community support!

business has been and what the future holds. It was easy to see that they enjoy what they do and have that unique eye for helping folks create that special living space in their homes they have always wanted.

If you have a chance, stop into Easy Living Interiors, enjoy their company and browse the store, or give them a call at (519) 583-3268.

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By Dave Scott Being a dad is the most rewarding job a man can ever have. From the moment you lay eyes upon your first child, you understand what life is all about.

From that point on you do everything in your power so that your children will succeed in life.

We teach them life’s lessons so that they may get opportunities we never dreamed of. We protect

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them from harm and teach them to be humble, compassionate, and caring. We listen to, and encourage them as they grow.

We watch with wonder at what their life brings… but since they still live at home, I thought it best to share just a little more advice… you know to help them along!

So on behalf of fathers everywhere… perhaps this Father’s Day… you could leave us the last clean shower towel (so that we are not trying to dry ourselves with a facecloth)… before you grab that last cookie in the jar, maybe offer it to the old guy

orfolk R otarians Say End Polio Now

Norfolk’s Rotary Clubs Put a “Local Twist” on the International “This Close” End Polio Now Campaign!

(we like them too!). Let us crank up the music… I know, I know, you don’t exactly care who Neil Young is but… please… listen and learn…

Give us the day off from being a taxi service… maybe ride your bike… walk… it worked for us as kids!

Of course with all the super fun issues we get to debate, perhaps cutting the lawn doesn’t need to be one of them… this just might be the day to let it go. Let us sit in a lawn chair, enjoy the sun, the peace and quiet, with a beverage at our side…

If we put on the ball game and fall

asleep… just leave the game on… it puts us to sleep. Do you really want to change the channel and a wake the sleeping bear? As for friends, tell them it is not a good day to come over… just say your dad keeps passing really bad wind… ah yes… there will be no apologies for that this day.

But to all of you sons and daughters, there is one thing you can do on this special day… it is really very simple, and dads all over want to hear it… just tell them you love them!

That is all any dad wants to hear!

Courtesy of Norfolk Rotarians The clubs aim to produce fifteen Norfolk’s Rotarians from the posters by November (Foundation Rotary Clubs of Norfolk Sunrise, month) and have, in just three Simcoe and Delhi have launched weeks developed four posters to a “Norfolk Says End Polio Now” use at Rotary events and post poster campaign featuring photos throughout the community. of local residents demonstrating Assistant Governor Bill Clevette their support of Rotary’s efforts to says “Hunting for folks willing finally eliminate polio worldwide. to “assume the pose” is proving Since 1985, Rotary has dedicated to be a lot of fun. People are very itself to the eradication of Polio receptive and happy to have their – and we are “This Close”. Polio pictures taken. In the short time is found in only four countries in it takes to take a shot, we can chat the world: Afghanistan, Pakistan, about Rotary and Polio Plus. Often Nigeria and Somalia. But Rotarians touching personal stories of polio will not rest until it is totally experiences come out.” eliminated. The final push is on. To view all posters visit the All around the world thousands Norfolk Says End Polio Now website of people are demonstrating (https://sites.google.com/site/ their commitment to End Polio norfolksaysendpolionow/home) Now by contributing their “This or Rotary Club of Norfolk Sunrise Close” photo to the World’s Biggest website (click on the “Norfolk Says Commercial being developed on- We Are This Close” site page). line by Rotary International.

In Norfolk County Ontario, the three local Rotary Clubs (Norfolk Sunrise, Simcoe and Delhi) are working together to increase awareness of the final push to rid the world of polio by creating a series of “Norfolk Says – “End Polio Now” posters. The posters feature photos of local residents in the “This Close” pose demonstrating their support for the Thursday, Friday & Saturday, world wide Rotary efforts June 6th, 7th & 8th together with its partners to finally rid the planet of Amazing Markdown Deals! this dreaded disease. Each Poster includes photos of 44 individuals in the “This Close” pose.

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By Dave Scott Year in and year out, the Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics, never loses its excitement in Simcoe. The athletes, coaches, volunteers, and our own OPP come out in full force to share in the experience.

The smiling faces and the chatter of the group could be heard as they headed out from Sprucedale with the torch leading the way.

The group made its way through Simcoe, running and walking the 5 km and stopping partway at the Employment Centre for a few more folks to join in. The run then went up the hill to the Simcoe McDonald’s, where cake and drinks were served for all in attendance.

The torch itself will now be passed on to Hamilton and then will arrive in North York, July 13 for the Summer Provincial Games.

The Special Olympians took the time to thank Sergeant Angela Ferguson, who for the last few years has coordinated the local Torch Run and has been responsible for making the event into a 5 km run.

Angela is leaving Norfolk County for an opportunity with the Brant force. Jason Gordy, on behalf of the local Special Olympians, proudly presented the Sergeant with a bouquet of flowers and thanked her for all that she has done.

Next up Patti Sullivan, manager of McDonald’s presented a cheque for $2480, money that had been

raised at McHappy Day earlier in the month, to our local Special Olympics.

The following is a brief history of the Run as it is stated on the Law Enforcement Torch Run site.

With the endorsement of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police, the first Law Enforcement Torch Run in Canada was held in 1987 and generated $100,000 in funds with the participation of Law Enforcement personnel from Southern Ontario.

Nationally, the run has become an annual event in ten provinces and the Northwest Territories. In Ontario alone, in excess of $26 million has been raised, establishing it as one of the most profitable torch run relationships in the world.

The success and support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run over the years has been phenomenal. Since the torch began its partnership with Special Olympics Ontario (SOO), the number of registered athletes has grown from under 4,000 to greater than 18,000 athletes today.

As a result, SOO can essentially look into the future with security and recognize that it is possible to continue to expand its services to the increasing number of athletes.

Mission: To hold successful Law Enforcement Torch Run Events in every community in Ontario.

Vision: For the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run Events to become the fundraising arm of Special Olympics Ontario, thus allowing staff and volunteers to focus primarily on the athletes.

Purpose: • To raise funds for Special

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It was another great Torch Run… many thanks to all those who keep the torch burning brightly!

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Last month we looked at some of the CPP changes. One in particular rewarded people with higher pensions for delaying their CPP retirement benefits start dates.

We’ll look at this in more detail.

In 2013 the maximum monthly CPP benefit is $1,012.50. If you decide to receive CPP before age 65 years, the benefit is discounted by 0.54% for every month before reaching age 65. By age 60 the total discount amounts to 32.4% in 2013 and rises to 36% from 2016 onward. So if you are 60 years old and decide to take CPP in 2013, the maximum you could receive monthly is $684. However, if you have decided to delay collecting CPP there is a 0.70% premium for every month past age 65. At age 70 the total premium is 42% in 2013 and onward. If you turn 70 and elect to start CPP in 2013, you would receive a maximum of $1,437 per month.

So how do you decide when to receive CPP benefits? One way is considering your estimate of how long you may live. The crossover age, where total CPP benefits are the same for receiving discounted pension at age 60 and full pension at age 65, is 77.9 years of age. Including the time value of money where $1 received today is worth more than a dollar received five years from now, the crossover age would be over 80. Deciding when to receive CPP and only taking age into consideration, if you think you may die before 80 years of age you may decide to receive CPP at 60. If you think you may die between 80 and 90 years of age, 65 may be the optimum time to start CPP. Anticipating on living longer than 90 years; you may decide to receive CPP on age 70.

Predicting how long we live is impossible for many of us. Perhaps a better approach to determining when to start CPP is asking: “What reasons would persuade me not to receive CPP benefits at age 60?” Some of those reasons include: 1) If you are employed and the CPP benefits puts you into a higher tax bracket.

2) If you are employed in a setting with a higher probability of being injured and disabled. The CPP disability benefit is higher than the retirement benefit but no switching is allowed if you are receiving CPP retirement benefits at the time of an accident.

Every person’s circumstances are unique. This discussion is only ‘food for thought’ in helping to guide your decision on when to start receiving CPP retirement benefits.

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How many of us have unintentionally left our outdoor furniture cushions outside – and

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We get many questions to answer on a daily basis here at the garden centre.

Below is a collection of some of the more common questions that we, in the garden centre business, often hear.

Q: What can I plant that is no maintenance and will survive if I am gone for days at a time?

A: Plants do require maintenance, usually in the form of water and fertilizer, and occasionally deadheading or trimming. That said, some plants can handle periods of drought and minimal maintenance. Maybe consider a succulent garden or a perennial rock garden or how about a window box of hardy ivy geraniums or trailing portulaca?

In flower beds, perennials are a good option, as they generally requires only one inch of water a week and that often comes in the form of rain water. If you are using containers, plants in BIG pots will be less stressed during periods of dryness. If away for a few days, hanging baskets can be set down and, if not up high in the air, drying out, they will stay moist twice as long.

Q: How often should I fertilize?

A: Container plantings, such as hanging baskets, window boxes or patio pots, should be fertilized at least once every two weeks. It is best to use a water soluble fertilizer or a liquid fertilizer. Both are usually found in a concentrated form and are mixed with water. It is best to fertilize when a plant is not dry to avoid burning the roots. If your plant is very dry, water it first with clear water to de-stress the plant, and then use the fertilized water. Plants in flower beds can be fertilized the same way, but planting in an excellent soil that is rich in organic material (compost, triple mix, manure) is a better way of providing nutrient. By adding to the soil in your flower beds each year, you increase the volume of soil and replace the nutrients that are so important for overall plant health and vigour.

Q: Why would I want to plant annuals each year when perennials come up year after year?

A: One of the main differences between annuals and perennials is bloom power! Most perennials bloom over a period of two to four weeks, some for a much shorter time (ground phlox, peonies etc). Once the first bloom is spent, a second, much smaller bloom can occur if you deadhead the old blooms and stems. After that, the perennial plant is mainly a foliage plant in your garden.

Annuals bloom, usually, from the day you buy them until the first fall frost. The constant bloom of the annuals keeps the colour in your garden while your perennials wave in and out of bloom.

Annuals with amazing bloom power that look awesome amongst perennials include: “Victoria Blue” Salvia, Zinnias, “Senorita Rosalita” Cleome, Supertunias, Dragon Wing Begonias, Sunpatiens, Nicotiana, Lavatera, and Portulaca.

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By MARG WERDEN Bambi in the backyard

Seeing a White-tailed Deer in our backyard is a fairly common occurrence, so I wasn’t surprised when I looked out the kitchen window to see the doe standing in a small grove of trees not far from the house. What was surprising, however, was the small fawn at her side. I’m not sure if I’ve ever seen a fawn in the wild before, but definitely not one this young.

“Bambi” was still a bit wobbly on its legs the first morning I saw it, but by the second day, it was cavorting in the meadow and around the trees much more easily.

White-tailed Deer, the smallest members of the North American deer family, breed in the fall and the fawns are usually born in the late spring and early summer after a gestation period of seven months.

Does give birth to one, two or sometimes three fawns. Although triplets are not as common, twins are seen quite often.

When born, the four- to eightpound fawns have a spotted reddish coat that helps them blend in with the surrounding natural environment. When resting in

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White-tailed Deer fawns are rarely orphaned and should be left alone if found in the woods. the forest understory in dappled sunlight, the spots make the fawn almost invisible. The fawns are almost odourless when they are born, helping to protect it from predators. The doe will stay away from the fawn as much as possible to avoid leaving her scent on it. On its own, the fawn lies motionless in low vegetation and its natural instinct is to freeze when approached by another animal.

For the first three weeks after giving birth, the doe returns to the fawn only periodically to nurse it and will frequently relocate it to a new secluded hiding spot. Twin fawns may be separated by up to 200 feet in different spots. After three weeks, the fawn has matured enough to keep up with its mother and run away from danger. If a fawn makes it through the first week of life, it has a good chance of surviving to adulthood. By the end of October, the fawn will have lost its spots and its reddish colour will begin to take on the grayish hue of its winter coat and the fawn will weigh close to 80 pounds.

People who find a fawn alone in the

woods often believe that it has been orphaned. This is almost never true and the fawn should be left alone. If it attempts to follow you, gently push on its shoulders until it lies down and then slowly walk away, which is what the doe would do when she wants the fawn to stay put. Not only is it a bad idea to “rescue” the fawn, (the unnatural conditions of life in captivity can lead to malnutrition, injury and stress), it is also against the law to keep wild animals in captivity without special permission from the Ministry of Natural Resources.

Scholarship available for high school graduates

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is looking for applicants for three $1,000 scholarships. The awards are given to high school students who have demonstrated academic achievement and have participated in activities that promote environmental awareness or helped with conservation projects in communities throughout the Long Point Region watershed. The Leighton and Betty

Brown Conservation Scholarships are given out by the Long Point Region Conservation Authority and the Lee Brown Marsh Management Committee to help nurture the next generation of conservationists. The Scholarship was established in 2006 in recognition of Leighton and Betty Brown’s long years of service to hunters and their contributions to wetlands and waterfowl management. It is funded through a trust fund established through donations from individuals who hunt annually at Lee Brown Marsh.

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— Simcoe & District Horticultural Society announces a tour of Jordash Gardens on Wednesday, June 12 starting at 6:30 pm. To carpool, you may meet at the Junior Farmers Building by 6 pm. The nursery is located at 220 Delhi-Burford Townline Rd., Scotland.

For directions, please call Pam at (519) 4280660 before the night of the event. Everyone is welcome.

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— Friends of the Library Port Dover will hold their annual book sale on Saturday June 29 from 9 am to 1 pm. The book sale will take place in front of the Port Dover Public Library.

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— Canadian Mental Health Association now offering a Support and Education Program for adult family members and friends who support a relative with a mental illness.

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