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By Dave Scott Every year around this time, you will notice Norfolk General Hospital (NGH) Volunteers handing out little tags. You see them in the local stores, drop in a donation, they smile, and hand you a small tag on a string. Did you ever kinda wonder what the donation went to? This year I was invited to the hospital to chat with Mary Kokus who headed up the tag drive for the past

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Photo from left: Barry Vermeersch, Mary Kokus, Ashley Stillmack, and Iris Smith. twelve years, and Iris Smith who is heading up the campaign this year.

Mary has been a volunteer at the hospital for over twenty-eight years and tells me her daughters have followed in her footsteps, volunteering at the hospital as well. Iris has spent thirteen years helping out and loves to keep busy.

Both ladies agree that helping out at the hospital ensures that it will be there down the road to aid others in our community. Events like Tag Day raise funds for new equipment. The funds this year will go towards paying for a new Chemistry

The weather was perfect on Saturday, April 27th as several members of the Jarvis Lions Club put a new roof on the cabin the

Club sponsors at Rainbow Lake Camp Trillium near Waterford. A huge thank you to the attendees at our recent Annual Show who

Analyzer for in the lab. The role of this piece of equipment is to analyze results for heart, liver, pancreas and kidney functions. This is a vital piece of equipment for the hospital, performing 65% of the entire lab tests in the hospital. The unit runs about 180,000 tests a year.

So far the volunteers have raised $50,000 of the $90,000 needed to pay for the Chemistry Analyzer.

Look for TAG DAY in Simcoe and Delhi on May 3rd, and in Port Dover and Waterford on June 21st.

purchased candy during the intermissions and also to US Steel who made a very generous donation to make this possible. The camp will

be opening soon and the kids in the Jarvis Lions cabin will be kept warm and dry for many years to come.

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By Dave Scott Sandy Lee who is the Volunteer and Fund Development Coordinator of the Lung Association for the McMaster Region which encompasses Hamilton, Brant, Haldimand-Norfolk, Niagara and

Sandy Lee (right) presented Vic Gibbons with a plaque on behalf of the Lung Association.

Waterloo–Wellington, was down our way last week and stopped by to present local renowned artist, Vic Gibbons, with a plaque.

Sandy explained that for the past thirty years, Vic has always donated one of his works to help

By Jen Van Netten This past Saturday, 19 volunteers came together with one purpose, to clean up our environment.

We collected approximately 15 lbs of recycled material and almost 100 lbs in garbage along 1.21 km of the Turkey Point Beach as well as the Turkey Point play park (thanks to the Matzig family from Walsh).

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Vic was all smiles receiving the plaque and vowed to Sandy that he would keep helping as long as he can.

Every year, Vic’s painting has been one of the top items to raise the most funds by way of live or silent auction. Vic has even attended the

The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a joint conservation partnership between the Vancouver Aquarium and WWF. I went to the www.ShorelineCleanup.ca web site and found some pretty cool facts.

12% of Canada's surface is covered by water in the form of lakes, rivers and streams. Water quality is affected by the toxins emitted from litter. Organisms often attach to litter as it flows through water systems, causing invasive species to damage the sensitive balance of the ecosystem. Wildlife entangled in litter such as plastic bags, six-pack rings, ribbon or food wrappers, can have their movements restricted,

annual golf tournament, Phyllis Gretzky Memorial Golf Classic a few times.

Congrats Vic on such a wonderful tradition you have carried on for the past thirty years!

Watch next week, for more on the Lung Association’s upcoming events.

be injured or even eventually drown, suffocate or starve. Animals like sea turtles often mistake plastic bags for jellyfish and swallow them. This clogs their digestive tracts, leading to starvation and death.

Shoreline litter is one of the biggest threats to our lakes, rivers, oceans and waterways. In 2011, approx 90% of the trash removed from our shorelines came from smoking and shoreline recreational related activities.

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By Dave Scott Dr. Dave Horton has taken his advertising campaign for this year’s MS Walk in a new direction. As many of you have seen, his vehicle is full of decals promoting this year’s event, which will take place May 5th. Registration will start at 8:30 am and the walk itself will get under way at 10 am. The usual cast and crew will be on hand, Gerry from MyFm will be hosting, Randy Halmo from Klassy FM will be spinning the music, and Cross Fit ADURO & Fitness Centre (AKA, IRONMASTERS) will be providing the warm-up. All in all, a great start to the day, and of course when you finish the walk, food will be provided

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A new partner in this year’s walk is the Mandarin, which is helping out on a provincial scale.

Our local MS Society Chapter that Dave heads up, is looking to top last year’s total of $36,000. They are already reporting that the number of participants is up over last year.

The walk has moved from April to May in hopes of better weather for all the folks who come out. This year marks the 13th walk for the MS Society.

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more than ever to help local MS patients and to further research in this field. Dave explains that the MS Society as a whole is talking more and more with MS patients, asking where they believe the monies should be targeted. They hope to develop a stronger

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Discovering Birds in Norfolk with George & Vic

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By George Pond The year was I believe 1978. We were not "Birders" at the time when our friends the Overbaughs, also non birders, suggested that we go to Point Pelee to witness the spring migration. We did and arrived at what is commonly called "A Fallout".

Fallout occurs when migrating birds are hit with a sudden storm that forces them to earth. If this happens when they are over water they must continue until they hit land or drown. This can result in thousands of birds grounded and tired out. Such was the case that year. We thought that it was the norm but I have never seen such a massive fallout since.

On that first day we were introduced to dozens of species of birds that I had never seen. One was the Blackburnian Warbler, argued by some as the most beautiful of all the Wood Warblers. They are not rare birds and a few do nest in Norfolk County but most nest further north.

I remember that day watching a

mixed flock of warblers in a tree and commenting out loud, "There’s another Blackburnian." There were dozens of birders looking at the same flock and immediately one chap went racing down the trail yelling, "Myrtle, Myrtle, come quick a Blackburnian." They were from the western States and had never seen one of the stunning birds.

Blackburnians migrate through Norfolk from early to late May. Try the banding station on Old Cut Blvd. at Long Point. In fact this is one of the best places in Ontario, especially for new Birders as you often get to see a great variety of migrating birds as they are being banded.

I photographed this Blackburnian, on a bare branch while walking one May day in the Long Point Provincial Park. Vic Gibbons has changed the Oak tree on which it sat to a White Birch and has eliminated many distracting background limbs. The subtle colours of the clouds helps to bring out that fiery orange throat.

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By Claire Senko After much indecision on Mother Nature’s part, and a few lastminute temper tantrums from Winter the Grouch, it appears spring has finally sprung! And I’m dancin’! I’ll admit it here and now: Spring is my Christmas. From its first subtle hope-whispers hinting up through frost-stunned soil and pulsing along barren branches, to its exuberant life-announcements and surprise green-bursts, along with every cheeky and dazzling miracle-gift in-between, springtime fills me with childlike wonder… In fact, increasingly so as I get older

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and realize more and more that the best and most beautiful things in life are indeed free.

In the spirit of unabashed beautybroadcasts (May I ever be relegated to the role of making such declarations!) I proclaim an upcoming delight from my little music & art world at the Waterford Old Town Hall. This Sunday, May 5th, Canada’s West Coast roots music sensation The Bills will bring their renowned brand of world-infused folk music to the Waterford Old Town Hall as part of our 2013 Concert Series. We’re excited to present this acclaimed quintet of multi-instrumentalists and talented vocalists in concert, and offer the community

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Roulston’s Pharmacy moves to newly constructed Wellness Centre, one block east of current Simcoe Mall location Roulston’s Pharmacy, an independently owned and operated pharmacy group in Norfolk County, and a part of the I.D.A. banner program, today announced it has begun the move to its new Wellness Centre. The company unveiled its plan to develop a healthcare centre for Norfolk County last spring, and the developer broke ground in the fall of 2012. Roulston’s location in the Simcoe Mall was committed to staying within the Mall until the existing lease expired, but is now preparing for the re-location to the new site being developed by local entrepreneurs, the Ferras

Family. None of the other three Roulston’s stores, including the flagship store in Simcoe’s core, will be affected by the move, as these stores will remain in their current locations, and operate under the same business hours. In addition, Mike Heirwegh, Blair Snow, Mark Stephens, and Krish Menon continue to be the independent owners of the entire Roulston’s I.D.A. Pharmacy group.

The decision by Roulston’s ownership to re-locate to a new development was based on their assessment of customer needs.

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/ $20 at the door, and are available at Cottage North in Port Dover, Serafina Good Food in Simcoe, The Old Town Hall in Waterford, and online at www.ticketscene.ca/ oth. For a breath of fresh air this weekend, come see what the OTH Concert Series buzz is all about, and take in the only full band act on our slate. I hope to see you there, and perhaps wish you a very Merry Springmas! Till then, enjoy every burst of new life around you, and celebrate the season!

Claire Senko is the Program Director of the Old Town Hall in Waterford. To learn more about happenings at the hall, visit www. oldtownhall.org or call (519) 443.0113.

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has of offering local ownership and personal customer service to residents of Norfolk County was begun in 1933. As the company approaches its 80th anniversary, it will bring those years of experience to the medical community with its new Wellness Centre.

“It is with great excitement that we announce we will soon open the doors of our new Roulston’s Wellness Centre to the residents of Simcoe and Norfolk County,” said Mark Stephens, Co-Owner, Roulston’s Pharmacy. “I have been overseeing all aspects of our new project from start to finish, and believe that upon its completion our customers will be well served by this accessible and modern facility. With the convenient

location of the Centre at the corner of the Queensway and Donly Drive, patients from across Norfolk County will have access to a centrally located, top notch medical and wellness centre.” With five of the eight available Physicians’ Suites, designed by Quartek Group Inc., an engineering firm specializing in medical design, already earmarked for local Doctors Weber, Tschirhart, Williamson, Martin-Godelie, and McConnell, Roulston’s is optimistic that the development will also attract new physicians to the area.

Working with the help of Carolyn Beam, Physician Liaison at Norfolk General Hospital, Stephens is confident that the remaining three Physicians’ Suites will be filled

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By Haldimand-Norfolk Junior Farmers Junior Farmers is a not-for-profit organization, which is run by youth for youth. Our mission is “to build future rural leaders through selfhelp and community betterment.”

Over the past few years HaldimandNorfolk has participated in the Norfolk County Fair and donated over $10,000 to charities in the Haldimand-Norfolk region.

This year, to give back to the community, the club will be running a scholarship for youth in both Haldimand and Norfolk counties. The scholarship will be awarded to two individuals showing outstanding community involvement and who are enrolling in postsecondary education for the fall 2013 season. This particular person does not need to have a connection with Junior Farmers or 4-H and the scholarship is not limited to agriculturally related programs. Any graduating student who shows exemplary involvement in the community, and is in good academic standing is encouraged to apply. There is one scholarship in Haldimand County and one in Norfolk County worth $1,500 each.

Application forms can be found at the local high schools. Those interested must apply by June 1st by sending an application form to

 as they are completed. “Medical students are interested in coming to an area such as this to practice upon graduation, and being able to provide resources such as a brand new facility and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced medical professionals is invaluable,” Stephens commented.

While work on the Wellness Centre is ongoing, with improvements to the development as spring progresses, Roulston’s Pharmacy will move into its new space May 2nd. The Pharmacy will remain open at the current Simcoe Mall location until 6 pm on May 1st to fulfill any medication requirements, and will open the following day, May 2nd, at 9 am at the new Donly Drive Wellness Centre. It is anticipated that physicians will begin to occupy their office space during the month of June, and additional services such as laboratory space and ElderCare Home Care are expected to follow.

Stephens noted that the owners of Roulston’s “believe that Norfolk

haldimandnorfolkjf@jfao.on.ca or mailing a copy to 69 Highland Blvd, Caledonia, ON N3W 1H4.

Our local club spends time together doing different social things such as small get-togethers, bowling, or bingo nights. We are always enthusiastic to accept new members from ages 15-30 and our schedule for events coming up include: a movie night in May, Strawberry social after our June meeting, and camping in July. Our next meeting is on May 23rd in Haldimand County after visiting the Hagersville Food-bank. Our Facebook group details various events.

Junior Farmers throughout the province also hosts different social events, agricultural workshops and other events to promote leadership.

Over the past few months we have been a part of different provincial events where many clubs/counties get together and have some fun. We were just recently champions at Winter Games, a weekend dedicated to sports, outdoors activities and fun! We played soccer, floor hockey, volleyball and basketball to name a few. We also participated in woodsman competitions like building a fire, throwing wood and even axes!!

As well, our Annual General Meeting and conference (March Conference) was held at Ramada Inn in London.

This is a weekend event where speakers come to speak on various topics; this year included financial County is an amazing community, and that is why we made the decision to invest in this project. We appreciate the loyalty our customers and patients have shown during this process, and we are confident that during the transition to full services at our Wellness Centre, our customers will continue to receive the wonderful customer care that Roulston’s is known for.”

About Roulston’s Pharmacy Roulston’s Pharmacy is a fully independent four store pharmacy chain located in Norfolk County.

Established in 1933, Roulston’s is owned and operated by four local pharmacists, all practicing within the company. Roulston’s Pharmacy employs over 110 individuals at its four locations, which specialize in providing professional pharmacy services to the public and long term care facilities. For more information, please visit www.roulstons.com.

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planning, inspirational speakers, and even the MPP of Lambton Kent Middlesex. We were entertained by a magician and a hypnotist throughout the weekend as well!

The Junior Farmers Association of Ontario also supports a provincial charity as a whole every year and we vote on this charity at every

March Conference. This year, Ontario Farmland Trust was named as our provincial charity who believes in preserving farmland and the associated features in the countryside and to research and educate to further the preservation of these lands for the benefit of current and future generations.

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By MARG WERDEN Spring nature activities

So much to do, so little time! But first, a sad update to my nestwatching project. I was away on vacation for a week and expected to come back to see a nest full of eggs on my return. As a result, I was surprised to see the nest was still empty and there was no activity around it. On closer inspection of the patio under the nest, I found some Robin’s feathers and have come to the conclusion that some predator killed the bird. Who killed Cock Robin? (Although, realistically speaking, it was probably a female and not a male Robin!)

Hiking presentation

Norfolk County and Bernie Solymár, Executive Director of Nature’s Calling Environmental Education, are joining forces to present a talk about hiking in Norfolk County. “Exploring the Long Point Watershed: A Family Guide to Nature Trails and Paddles” will take place on Wednesday, May 1 in the Norfolk Room at the Simcoe Recreation Centre from 7 to 8:30 pm. The presentation will include information about the many scenic nature trails and paddles in the area with a focus on family activities. Participants will learn about a new eco-activity guide that is being created to “encourage parents and children to enjoy our local natural areas in a fun and stimulating way”. The ecoactivity guide will include simple, fun, hands-on outdoor activities for the entire family. This is a free event, but advance registration is suggested by calling customer service (519) 426-8866 ext 2233.

Family Nature Hike

To experience one of the many hiking trails available in the area, join Nature’s Calling Nature Educator, Colleen Dale, for a spring walk in Backus Woods on Saturday, May 11 at 10 am. Look under logs for salamanders, identify frogs and birds by their song, and learn about the carpets of spring flowers on the

A two-day workshop to be held in August will give teachers and environmental educators an opportunity to learn about Monarch butterflies. forest floor. Meet at the entrance to Backus Woods off the Third Concession and don’t forget your rubber boots and insect repellent!

Teaching and Learning with Monarch Butterflies

A two-day workshop for teachers and anyone involved in environmental education is being co-sponsored by Nature’s Calling Environmental Education and the Long Point Region Conservation Authority, Toronto Region Conservation Authority and the Monarch Teachers Network at the Education Centre at Backus Heritage Conservation Area on August 13 and 14.

The workshop will provide teachers with the knowledge, skills and resources to raise Monarch butterflies in the classroom and teach students about the life cycle of this species that is in decline.

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— Spring Pottery Sale May 3rd, 9 am to 8 pm and May 4th, 9 am to 5 pm at the First Baptist Church, 129 Young St., Simcoe, beside the Talbot Street Arena. Enter a draw for a beautiful piece of Handcrafted Pottery. Enjoy coffee & goodies on us! Give a Gift of Local Talent!

— The Norfolk County Quilters’ Guild presents the “Traditions and Transitions Quilt Show” and the “Norfolk in Stitches Quilt Challenge”.

The Norfolk County Quilters’ Guild presents the “Traditions and Transitions Quilt Show” and the “Norfolk in Stitches Quilt Challenge”. The shows will take place from Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5. Hours are: Friday and Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. The “Traditions and Transitions Quilt Show” will be located in the Vittoria & District Community Centre at 35 Oakes Blvd., Vittoria while the “Norfolk in Stitches Quilt Challenge” will be located in the historic Vittoria Town Hall on Brock Street.

Admission is $6 for both shows.

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The $95 (plus taxes) registration includes instruction by experienced teachers, inquiry-based, handson learning activities, Monarch rearing equipment and curriculumoriented classroom lessons.

To register, call Nancy McGee at (289) 268-3911 or visit the website at http://www.monarchteacher.ca/ workshops/mtnworkshop11.dot.

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— Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 4 at Grace United Church, Chapman St., E, Port Dover from 8:30 to 11:30 am. Good Quality Clothing and White Elephant Table. Something For Everyone!

— RELAY FOR LIFE Survivor Appreciation BBQ - Come out for lunch at the Real Canadian Superstore on Saturday, May 4 from 10 am to 2 pm to support this year’s Relay for Life, as well as celebrate our cancer survivors. All proceeds raised will support Relay for Life in Norfolk County. Cancer survivors are encouraged to attend and learn more about the Survivors’ Victory Lap. Have a great BBQ lunch and support a great cause!

— Plant, Bake and Book Sale - Saturday, May 4th, 8 am to 12 noon, a sale of fiction and non fiction books, plants, and baking will be held at St. James United Church, Colborne and Stanley Streets in Simcoe. Lots of delicious baking, plants for the garden, and favourite books.

Enter off the parking lot doors. Rain or shine.

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— Chris Lee Memorial Dedication - Lynn Valley Trail users as well as former students and colleagues are invited to gather with the Lee family in Memorial Park, Simcoe, to recognize the contribution of Chris Lee to the creation of the Lynn Valley Trail. This dedication will be held in conjunction with the Lynn Valley Trail Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, May 5 at 1:30 pm. Please contact Scott Fletcher at (519) 426-6218 for further information.

— T.O.P.S. Spring Fling at Grace United Church, Chapman St. W. Port Dover on Monday, May 6, from 10 am to 1 pm. Bake Table, White Elephant, Books, 10 Cent Table - Pea Meal Bacon On A Bun, Muffins, Tea & Coffee. Plan To Have Your Lunch With Us! — Simcoe-Norfolk Mandarin MS Walk Sunday May 5th, Holy Trinity High School. Registration: 8:30 am and walk starts at 10 am, 2, 5, and 10 km routes. Lunch served courtesy M&M Meats.

Register on line at mswalks.ca.

— Join the meeting of the Simcoe & District Horticultural Society! The meeting is on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 pm, with guest speaker Cathy Boyko. Topic is "Behavioural Management for Your Garden". Cathy, a high school teacher with a landscape design degree, also teaches plant identification at Mohawk College. Everyone is welcome. We meet at 7:30 pm, the Junior Farmers Building, Norfolk Fairgrounds, corner of Queen St. & South Drive, Simcoe. Admission is $2.

— Young Theatre Players proudly presents Two One Act Plays: Laundry and Bourbon, and Bench at the Edge. The Show runs from May 9th to May 11th at 8 pm and May 12th at 2 pm. For more information and to purchase tickets call our Box Office at (519) 426-9070 or visit our website www.youngtheatreplayers.ca.

— PLANT SALE by the Waterford & District Horticultural Society - Friday May 10th at 8 am sharp to ? - at the Waterford Plaza parking lot. What a great way to add to your garden, “Don’t miss it!” Plant Donations Welcome, Please Contact waterfordhort@hotmail.com, (519) 4437987 or (519) 443-4222.

— Annual Carnation Campaign - MS Society of Canada, Mother’s Day Weekend, Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. Various locations in

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— M&M Meat Shops 25th Annual Crohn’s & Colitis Charity Barbecue Day on Saturday, May 11 from 10 am to 4 pm at 95 Queensway West, Simcoe. For a minimum donation of $3, you get an M&M hamburger or hot dog, a bag of chips, and a drink. Come join the fun!

— The St. Cecilia's Catholic Women's League SPRING BAZAAR is on Saturday, May 11th, St. Cecilia's Church Hall, 17 Lynn Park Ave., Port Dover, starting at 10 am. Admission is free.

Hand-made crafts, white elephant table, book table, baked goods, coffee/tea & treats, plants - indoor, perennial, succulent; and penny table - winning tickets drawn at 2 pm. Don't be late.

Please come and join us. Proceeds help various projects in the community.

— Join the Waterford Legion Ladies for a Wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch at the Waterford Legion on Nichol Street on Sunday May 12, from 9 am to 12:30 pm (or until the food runs out!). The Cost is $10 for all those over the age of 10 and $5 for kids (10 years and under).

All are welcome!

— Giant Port Ryerse FIRE BENEFIT YARD SALE - ALL proceeds for Trudy Sloot – Saturday, May 18th 8 am at the Port Ryerse Memorial Church Yard. Rain Date: Sunday May 19th noon till? Donation Drop-off is Friday May 17th from 1 – 7 pm at Church Yard. For information call Jack (519) 428-1611 or Ingrid (519) 428-1894.

— Youth 3-pitch Tournament - May 25th, Vittoria. “Kids Helping Kids Go To Camp” All proceeds to Tim Horton’s Children’s Foundation CAMP DAY. $20 per child, Ages 8-16, For more information or to register, contact Dallas or Carolyn at (519) 582-4051.

— The Salvation Army Women’s Ministries Soup & Sandwich Luncheon & Craft Sale Saturday, May 25 11:30 am to 2 pm at The Salvation Army Simcoe Community Church, 184 Colborne Street North, Simcoe - $6.

— RELAY FOR LIFE Bank Night - Scotiabank in Simcoe will host this year’s Relay for Life

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Bank Night on Wednesday, May 29 from 6 pm to 9 pm. Here’s a great chance for all team captains to hand in their teams’ pledges without the lineups at the Relay event itself. Keep those pledges coming right up until the event itself on May 31!

— RELAY FOR LIFE - This year’s Relay for Life will be held overnight from 7 pm, Friday, May 31 to 7 am, Saturday, June 1 at the Holy Trinity track in Simcoe. This is it – the big event!

Relay is one of the Canadian Cancer Society’s major fundraising events of the year, and is a powerful and moving event where we celebrate, remember and fight back. Even if you’re not on a team, come on out to see what it’s all about!

— The Alzheimer Society of Haldimand Norfolk offers monthly education sessions at Port Dover, Lions Silver Lake Farmer’s Market the first Wednesday of the month. May’s topic, “Managing Stress” In Delhi education is offered the second Friday of each month. Delhi May session is, “What is Dementia?” Sessions will be cancelled if there are no registrants. Please call (519) 428-7771 to register.

— 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. Meetings held on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7 - 8:30 pm at 395 Queensway West, Simcoe. For more information please contact Joanne Cleland, (519) 428-2380 or email jcleland@cmha-hn.ca.

— Aberdeen Health and Community Services Foundation is pleased to once again offer nursing scholarships and the Don Townsend Pharmacy Award for local students from Brant, Haldimand or Norfolk counties who will be pursuing post secondary nursing or pharmacy studies in the 2013-2014 academic year. The bursaries will be awarded based on academic excellence and community leadership.

Application forms can be downloaded from our website: www.aberdeenfoundation.ca.

The deadline for completed applications for the upcoming academic year is July 10, 2013. For further info please call the Foundation Office at (519) 756-5300.

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