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Penny Wright, MS Ambassador, with her dog, Riley.

The 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of the MS Society of Canada – Simcoe-Norfolk Unit will take place on Sunday, September 14th at the Pine Valley Golf Club. You can register in person at Cardinal Muffler Car Care Centre (335 Queensway West, Simcoe), call (519) 428-0491, or email cardinalmuffler@amtelecom.net. veins in her neck. This came from the theory, proposed by Dr. P. Zamboni from Italy, that blocked veins may contribute to the signs of Multiple Sclerosis and that if these veins could be opened up, the symptoms would improve dramatically. After the ultrasound concluded that she had four blocked veins, she agreed to the treatment called the “liberation” treatment and the results for her were fantastic. She had no pain, much more energy and strength in her legs and even did some touring around the city in Belgium the next day. Her good fortune lasted about a year at which time she began to again experience the same pain, balance issues, tiredness and other symptoms.

In her opinion, it was money well spent to be free of the discomfort for that period of time. Penny

has tried to offer her services to sit on our local board, and volunteers when her health allows. Penny does receive assistance with housekeeping through the MS Society and could have more assistance with other things such as railings on her staircases and bathroom aids. She knows that all she has to do is ask.

Penny also knows that the funds raised from this tournament stay locally and that a portion of it will always be sent for research.

Without research, there would not be the medications and the testing done today to more quickly and accurately diagnose those patients living with MS. Penny is a great model for her family and the MS Society and we are proud to have her as our first “ambassador “ for MS.

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By Dr. Dave Horton Our small golf committee decided at a recent MS Society meeting that our golf tournament and the Simcoe-Norfolk Unit needed to have an “ambassador”. There was only one logical choice for us and Penny Wright was asked to be our ambassador. She accepted.

Penny lives in Brantford with her husband Steve of 21 years and two children Colin and Mackenzie. Can’t forget their dog Riley as well. I was first introduced to Penny when she called me one day 6 years ago to see if our unit was interested in basically being the benefactors of a golf tournament which she and her friend Jarrod Padgett were proposing to organize. The answer was yes, the tournament has grown, and the MS Society is much more involved.

Penny has been living with the signs of MS since 2005 and was officially diagnosed in 2007 after

several normal tests had been performed without any kind of answers. She was actually relieved to get a diagnosis and an answer to her symptoms as there was a worry that there might have been some mental disease issues involved.

Initially, it was her balance and the issue of incontinence which plagued her. There were and continues to be painful episodes with her arms and legs which can be controlled somewhat with medications. The side effects of these drugs and the disease itself make her very tired.

It frustrates her in not being able to do all the normal daily things that women do. She can’t work anymore and relies on her family to help in and around the house. It seems that she is a bit too proud to hand off even food prep jobs to the kids because she wants to let them know that she can still do it.

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By Jean Mottashed Over two thousand years ago, Aristotle, the great Greek philosopher said, "The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance."

Today his words come to life, as the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) of Haldimand-Norfolk gets ready for a very unique art show highlighting the talent and work of local artists who are part of their Relaxation and Creative Expression (R.A.C.E.) program.

Called "R.A.C.E. to Wellness", the exhibit will showcase an impressive collection of pieces including clay and wood sculpture, masks and shadow boxes, and 80 framed acrylic paintings bursting with colour and originality. The show begins with a gala opening night September 4th and runs until September 17th at the Eva Brook Donly Museum.

CMHA case worker and therapist, Pauline Thivierge designed the R.A.C.E. program a few years ago and also teaches relaxation and meditation skills to participants. She partners with artist John Jaques and another facilitator, both clients of CMHA, in what has proven to be a very effective therapy in mental health today.

Anxiety and depression, Pauline says, can keep people in their homes, and this program gives them an opportunity to meet others in a relaxed, social, non-judgmental environment where they can forge friendships, establish routines and deliver a product, while focusing on creativity, self expression and relaxation.

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CMHA promotion and education facilitator Joanne Cleland, left, and therapist Pauline Thivierge display some of the art available for sale at the upcoming “R.A.C.E. to Wellness” art exhibit at the Eva Brook Donly Museum.

"We laugh a lot, and laughter is the best medicine," Pauline says with a smile. Everyone shows their work and receives feedback from the group about what emotions the work portrays and what others see in the art.

Without a doubt, this exhibit promises to be nothing short of amazing. The explosion of colours, the development of shapes and lines and the depth of self expression in the pieces is moving and inspirational, especially when one considers how little exposure to creative processes many participants may have had.

These are artists whose talents have been hidden, but who, thanks to the healing effects of artistic expression and relaxation, have achieved much more than the product of their labour. In fact, Pauline says program feedback

from clients routinely shows that negative experiences decrease and positive feelings increase. Participants are reporting a higher ability to focus, better sleep patterns and healthier habits.

In short, this art show is a joyous celebration of the human spirit and the heights that can be achieved when we overcome the stigma surrounding mental illness. And that's a reason for all of us to celebrate.

The “R.A.C.E. to Wellness” Art Show Opening Night featuring live music, raffle draw & refreshments will take place Thursday, September 4th, 6:30 to 9pm at the Eva Brook Donly Museum, 109 Norfolk Street South, Simcoe. Admission is free and everyone is welcome! Artwork is for sale.

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Linda Vancso, left and Don Fort, right present Erika Aelterman with a certificate of achievement as well as $2,500 for being the 2014 winner of The Vittoria & District Foundation Inc. Scholarship.

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Erika Aelterman, a resident of the Vittoria District and a graduate of Holy Trinity Catholic High School is this year’s recipient of the Vittoria & District Foundation’s annual scholarship for $2,500.

This scholarship was initiated in 1997 by the Heritage Committee of the Vittoria & District Foundation Inc. to recognize scholastic and extra-curricular achievement and to provide financial assistance to students of Vittoria and district in their pursuit of post-secondary education. The selection committee, consisting of Raymond Danley, Don Fort and Linda Vancso, evaluated the applications submitted.

Chairman of the scholarship committee, Don Fort noted of the several submissions received for the award this year, based on the students’ written application, essay, transcripts, references and interview, all applicants in the competition were individually outstanding. These students are to be commended for having accomplished remarkable goals and are a credit to their families, schools and community.

Erika is enrolled in the Honours Environment & Resource Studies program at the University of Waterloo this September.

Erika’s Principal, Kathleen Evans of Holy Trinity Catholic High School notes that Erika is an excellent student, achieving Academic awards throughout her four years and an Ontario Scholar Award at graduation. Ms. Evans stated, “ Erika has been involved in numerous volunteer activities both in our school and in the community. Her involvement in the community includes over 100 hours of volunteering for Relay for Life, RE/MAX Yard Sale for the Cure and various Service Clubs in the area. She has been a tremendous assistance on various school committees and an active member of the Girls Rugby Team”.

In her essay entitled “A Voyage That Never Ends”, Erika notes that: “I have always been extremely passionate about the environment and it is my goal to make a positive difference in the world with my degree. I would have to say that my strong

environmental inclination ultimately stems from my love of travel. With each country I visit, I learn about culture, pick up on the language, and always try to live as the locals do.

Observing the world around me has helped me choose my future goals, put my degree into perspective, and made an influence on many of my decisions”. She goes on to say “ On a recent trip to Europe I spent a few days in Rotterdam and was pleasantly surprised with the prevailing ‘green’ lifestyle in the city. Electric trams and bicycles are the most common forms of transport with cyclists accounting for about 75% of the voyageurs. All streets are lined with bike paths and many of them are also lined with charging stations for electric cars, thus promoting the eco-friendly switch from gasoline-powered vehicles to electric. As I observed the city, I began to wonder if Ontario could even fathom the level of eco-transit that currently exists in the Netherlands.” Erika remarks, “ before my trip to the Netherlands, I had been planning on saving up for a used car, but I have since decided that cycling is really the way to go. My enlightened outlook on eco-friendly travel has not only helped me save a few bucks while simultaneously cutting down my carbon footprint, it has also helped me think of ways to use my future university degree in the real world.”

Erika credits her extensive travel experiences with making her more social, confident, adventurous, adaptable, less materialistic and ultimately happier. She notes that she travels to learn and discover that this has ignited a passion in her that she never saw coming. Erika quotes Mark Twain, “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

The Vittoria and District Foundation Inc. is proud to be able to recognize Erika’s achievements and contributions to her school and community thus far. We wish her every success in her future endeavours.

Congratulations Erika!

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Since the first Terry Fox Run in Norfolk in 2003, participants have raised over $180,000 for cancer research.

Since 1980, The Terry Fox Foundation has raised more than $650 million for research into a broad spectrum of cancer types, while maintaining the vision and principles of Terry’s initial Marathon of Hope. The Foundation boasts an 84% operating ratio - one of the lowest administration costs of any charity in Canada.

On April 12th , 1980, Terry collected a jug of water from the Atlantic, as he set out westward on a cross-Canada marathon to raise money for cancer research. The jug, and a journal entry from that first day are featured on the 2014 T-shirt design. Although he was forced to stop his run due to the recurrence of cancer, “The Pacific gets closer everyday,” thanks to Terry Foxers of all ages, like 2014 Terry’s Team Member, Krista Kitchen.

“In September 2010, my family took part in our first Norfolk County Terry Fox Run. Little did I know, just 2 years later, I would participate as a Survivor,” says Kitchen, who at 39 was diagnosed with Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (Breast Cancer). “Today, because of ongoing research and the progress of new developments in drugs funded by money raised through organizations such as the Terry Fox Foundation and the annual Terry Fox Run, I am a Survivor!”

On Sunday, September 14th , Terry Fox supporters, like Krista, will join hundreds of thousands from coast to coast and in over 45 countries in working together to outrun cancer.

The Norfolk County Terry Fox Run takes place at Simcoe Composite School. Registration is at 10am, with opening ceremonies at 11am. Participants can walk, run, wheel or ride 1 km or 5 km and enjoy a free barbecue following the event. No entry fee and no minimum pledge required. More information, online registration, and downloadable pledge forms can be found at www.terryfox.org.

Pledge forms can also be picked up at various locations throughout Norfolk County or by calling 1-888-836-9786.

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dventures in Eldercare

By Dr. Bruce Veltri D.C., C.P.C.A. I have been writing Adventures in Eldercare for a few years now and have covered many important and interesting issues related to aging, home care and healthy living. I look forward to many more years answering your questions, interpreting important information and helping seniors age successfully. In these three short years the home care landscape has already changed dramatically. Seniors are gaining a bigger and bigger voice on political issues and as a group; aging seniors are changing the very culture around us. Just as an example,

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the home care company that I started in 2009, Victoria Eldercare, has doubled in size each and every year. We now have dozens of caring and compassionate caregivers helping seniors to stay in their homes all over Haldimand and Norfolk counties. In 2009 people did not even recognize the need for this type of service. In just 5 short years, not only is there a steady demand for a home care service, the demand is increasing rapidly. This increasing demand is expected to continue until at least 2030! The reason for this is the very large group of people referred to as the Baby Boomers, people born after the World War II up until about 1962. At the present time long term beds, retirement homes and senior home care is being directed at the parents of the Baby Boomers, these parents are now in their late eighties or early nineties.

Now the Boomers have been starting to turn 65 and as they age they will need these services.

The problem of course is that the Boomers form such a big group that when they require retirement homes or long-term care beds there will not be enough space for them. This is where home care becomes vitally important. If there are no facilities available then the aging boomer has to be able to adapt his home, get assistance where needed and plan on staying in their home as long as they possible can. Victoria Eldercare is here to help that process.

If you are a younger boomer start to look at these issues now. Become informed. Look at the design of your home and how an aging you might manoeuvre around. Is the laundry on the main floor? Are there multiple steps to the washroom or bath? Could a walker or a wheelchair move around the house? How big is the yard and how much work is required? There are a thousand

leakage, water condensation in your hose or dry mouth. Here are some ways to help alleviate these issues.

Mask Leakage - It is normal that as a mask ages (especially when it is over a year old) the seal will leak as it wears. This is often an indicator that it is time to be replaced. However, if your mask is not very old but you still suffer from mask leaks there are some ways to help reduce this.

• Trim your facial hair. Thick beards and moustaches can cause your mask to have larger than acceptable leakage.

• Clean your mask. By cleaning the seal of your mask daily and the entire mask weekly, you will help keep the body oils & skin cells off your mask. A buildup of these can cause your mask seal to leak.

• Ensure you are wearing it properly. If your mask is not sitting where it is designed to fit on your face, your mask leak will increase. If you are not sure if you are wearing it properly, check with your provider on the proper fit.

Water Condensation - It is not uncommon to find water condensation in your CPAP hose; however this can be quite uncomfortable and noisy while you are trying to sleep. Try these options: • Try using a heated hose. If your CPAP machine is able to have a heated hose integrated into it, this will alleviate condensation issues almost immediately. Not all machines, especially

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other questions to ask of course. This is where a professional can help and our case managers are always available to answer your questions and concerns.

Aging is inevitable, being informed about healthy and safe aging is a choice. Make that choice and get informed! Knowledge is power!

Have a great rest of the summer. My wonderful wife, Susan and I are celebrating our 30 th wedding anniversary with a holiday to Europe.

The romantic cities of Northern Italy are on our agenda with some touring of castles and hiking to monasteries. I will be back in September with new articles on healthy aging and look forward as always to your questions and comments.

One strategy for healthy aging is keeping your core strong to prevent slips and falls. The Home Support Exercise Program (HSEP) is an exercise program designed to help you accomplish this goal. Next available times to start the program are in September. Call (519) 429-2644 and we will be happy to set up an initial visit with our HSEP trainer. It’s free and you do the exercises in your own home or apartment! There is no cost for the HSEP program, it is an initiative of the Ontario Government administered by the March of Dimes and Victoria Eldercare.

Dr. Bruce Veltri operates Victoria Eldercare, a non-medical home care agency matching exceptional care-givers with elderly seniors, to help them maintain independence and remain safely in their own home. Victoria Eldercare is conveniently located in the new Roulston’s Wellness Centre on Donly Drive in Simcoe. Call (519) 429-2644 or visit our web-site, victoriaeldercare.com for more information about our services.

some older machines, have the ability to have a heated hose, so check with your provider if this is an option.

• If you are unable to integrate a heated hose into your CPAP machine, the next best solution is using an insulated tube wrap. These items are available from your provider and can help provide an insulated barrier around your hose.

Dry Mouth - Dryness can be a serious issue for people using CPAP and can often be the reason they struggle with CPAP. • Increase your humidity. The most common fix to dry mouth is adjusting the humidity level on your CPAP machine, you may require a higher setting than what you are using.

• Change your mask. You may be using a nasal mask and your mouth may be falling open, resulting in a dry mouth. Visit your provider to trial a full mask to see if this helps alleviate you.

• Review your medications with your pharmacist or physician. Often medications can cause dryness and combined with your CPAP cause troubles. If this is the case it is best to have a review of your medications.

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ilver Spokes Shine!

By Dave Scott Friday night at the Canadian Tire Store in Simcoe, the Silver Spokes Cycling Club proudly helped five children from Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Brant Haldimand Norfolk by presenting the kids with brand new bikes and helmets. The Littles were very excited, testing out the bikes, trying on helmets, finding that perfect one! Members from the Silver Spokes Club were helping out along with Canadian Tire staff to ensure everything was the proper fit.

I caught up with Silver Spokes President, Megan Vankerrebroeck, and she explained that when the recent Grand Tour Desjardins came through our area there were two 40 foot transport trucks of gear for the cyclists that needed to be unloaded and loaded. The Silver Spokes assisted in that process and earned a toonie from each person that needed their help. Well, the toonies piled up and $1,800 was raised.

Gord Pennington of the club then suggest that perhaps they purchase bikes for some children with the money. Of course our friends at Canadian Tire chipped in as well and like I said five children each received a new bike and helmet.

Great job by the Silver Spokes Cycling Club for helping out in the community and getting kids riding! Here is a little insight to the club, it was founded as the Norfolk Cycling Club in 1939 by Albert Coulier (Schelstraete) and now operates as the Silver Spokes Cycling Club. The Silver Spokes provide a safe, friendly, supportive and encouraging environment to enjoy and promote cycling in all its forms.

If you would like more info on the club email silverspokes@ googlegroups.com.

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By Wilma F. Montgomery

There’s no doubt that technology is making some serious inroads into daily life; so much so that now we have ‘distracted driver’’ laws coming into force. That’s rather scary, don’t you think?

If you look around any group, in any environment you care to name, you will find a significant proportion of the individuals within eyesight are busy tapping away on a small communications device of one sort or another.

It’s not that uncommon to see everyone at a table tapping on their devices and no one actually talking to each other. How many of us have been having a meal with a friend only to have them completely engrossed in their hand-held device; it’s actually more satisfying dining alone than being pretty much ignored for most of the meal.

The vocabulary has changed too, u replaces you, r replaces are and so forth. We are in danger of forgetting the difference between they’re, their and there. These substitutions save us time and allow us to communicate quickly and efficiently with more people in any given time period. But for all that, I’m sure I’m not alone

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— PIANO RECITAL - Come to St. James United Church (150 Colborne St. S., Simcoe) on Wednesday, August 20 at 7pm to hear a classical piano recital by Simcoe’s own Bryn Blackwood (B. Mus., A.R.C.T.) Freewill offering with refreshments served after the concert. Come out and support this wonderful young artist!

Phone: (519) 428-2001.

— Free Senior’s Coffee Club - Wednesday, August 20 10:30 at Delhi Senior Friendship Centre, 418 Queen St. Delhi. Speaker from Senior Support Services discuss in-home services available for seniors and adults with disabilities including transportation, meals on wheels, adult day programs and more. Free Draw for those who attend!

— R.A.C.E. to Wellness - Featuring the work of local artists from the Relaxation and Creative Expression (RACE) program of CMHA-HN at the Eva Brook Donly Museum, Simcoe. Art Exhibit Opening: Thursday, September, 4. Doors Open:

Faith, a Little Sister, and Gord of Silver Spokes Cycling.

in wondering how this affects things like long written exams and essays in the various levels of academia as well.

Communication has never been faster, more convenient and more available, but to what depth? Are we communicating or simply exchanging information?

I have found, quite to my surprise, that I am not alone in reverting back to, The Letter. You know, that thing where you get pieces of paper and a pen and you write on the pages for oh, perhaps two to four pages, sometimes writing on both sides of the paper. Where you spell out all the words and use the correct word and take the time to phrase something just right, so that it communicates just the shade of meaning that you want.

The nicest thing about it is that it isn’t dependent upon sitting in one place, the computer. You can write your letter while sitting in the middle of a campsite, while sitting on the beach, while you relax before sleeping. You can put it down in mid-sentence, take a week to complete it, and you don’t need a power source of any kind except your own imagination.

For a long time, it seemed like the only thing that arrived in our mailboxes was bills or advertising. Now, we seldom get a paper bill as that has gone online. I am pleased to say though,

that for a small number of us, we have added the personal letter to our mailboxes.

Letter writing is personal, it says you’ve taken the quiet time to put your thoughts together and articulate them and you’ve used the physical energy to push that pen across the paper to the letter’s completion. It’s not just a couple lines in code, it’s time and energy invested, the importance of that individual and of your need to show appreciation for them being in your life.

For a while, letter writing might have been in danger of disappearing and that would be a shame. There is still nothing like sitting on a lawn chair in the sun or shade and reading a nice long letter from a friend in a distant part of the country or world.

Everyone loves to receive a letter. We used to send cards in lieu of letters, then we stopped sending cards and sent emails or two-three word posts in Facebook. Let’s think about letter writing again. Thinking of that friend who is a day’s drive away or across the other side of the country? Write to them. It takes a bit of organizing to get paper, pen, envelopes and stamps but it’s an easy task. Rediscover the joy of letter writing. Rediscover the joy of receiving letters.

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Address: 109 Norfolk Street S, Simcoe. Live music, raffle draw and refreshments. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Artwork is for sale. Art display open to the public during regular museum hours September 5-17. For more information on the event call (519) 4282380.

— 5 - PIN MIXED LEAGUE - Thursdays at 6:30pm. Starting September 4. Call (519) 4284012. We are a fun league and everyone is welcome to join. Come out and have some fun and social time.

— Decoration Sunday at St. Mary’s Cemetery is to take place on September 7. All are welcome to come and pay tribute to all our veterans.

Please bring a chair if possible. There will be a light lunch served at the Army, Navy, Air Force Club afterwards.

— Stand Up Falls Prevention & Balance Program: Free – Next Session September 9 to November 27 at the Delhi Senior Friendship Centre. 418 Queen St. Delhi. A 12 week program to improve balance, make your legs stronger and keep your bones healthy. Call Judy for more

information: (226) 440-2467.

— Spirit Journey Lecture Series. Four Thursday evenings in the fall starting September 18 at 7pm, Grace United Church 18 Chapman St. West, Port Dover. Tickets $35 for the series or $10 each available at the TanMar Shoppe or by calling Nancy at (519) 5833937. Student tickets $20/$7.50. September 18: “The Christian Reformed Church” October 2: “What makes a Mennonite?” October 16: “The Ukrainian Orthodox Church” October 30: “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints”.

— Grace & Woodhouse United Church welcome all who attended church/Sunday school to gather for a REUNION on September 21, at Grace United Church, Port Dover. A special combined service at 10am will be followed by lunch and a chance to share memories with friends. Guest Speaker will be Sheena Marini. Please bring memorabilia you would be willing to add to our display clearly identified with you name & phone number. Spread the word, save the date & join us for this special occasion. RVSP at (519) 5830342 or by e-mail: graceuepd@bellnet.ca The Reunion Committee.

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By MARG WERDEN Reducing the mountain of garbage

Every time that I eat at a fast-food restaurant I feel guilty about the small pile of garbage that is generated by my meal. When I multiply this by the number of other patrons in the restaurant and then multiply that by all the fast-food places in the world, I get a picture in my mind of the world buried in a mountain of paper and plastic.

I keep thinking that there has to be a way to at least reduce this mountain to perhaps just a big hill.

On my way home from a family reunion in Germany last month, I had a meal in the food court at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport. Unlike other food courts in which every item of food is served in plastic, paper or Styrofoam and eaten with plastic utensils, almost all of the food and drinks in this food court is served on china and in glass and is eaten with metal utensils. After I finished eating, instead of tipping my entire tray full of garbage into a bin, I sorted out my dishes and utensils onto shelves in a cart which was regularly taken away to the dishwashing area. Yes, this uses hot water and energy to heat the hot water and is possibly a little more labour intensive, but the number of bags full of garbage has to be reduced by a significant amount.

I know this probably isn’t a practical solution for all fast food places, but perhaps it’s time we re-think the use of our resources and how we can reduce how much is being thrown into the landfill sites. I don’t know how much a typical fast-food restaurant spends on food wrapping in a day, a week or a year, but it has to be a major expense. That money could perhaps be better spent on hiring an employee to run a dishwasher

and therefore create another job while saving resources at the same time.

I also realize that the number of fast-food places in Europe is a fraction of those found here in North America, which says something about the differing lifestyles of the two cultures.

Europeans go for lunch and dinner at one of the numerous independent restaurants found in most places. There isn’t a fast food alley as you approach each town. As a result, the use of china, glass and metal works for them. It obviously wouldn’t work for take-out orders and the drivethrough, but it could work for eat-in diners and if definitely could work in the food courts found in most of our shopping malls where people stay and sit down to eat. I did learn on the weekend that some malls including the Eaton Centre in Toronto and the Rideau Centre in Ottawa have already made this change. Good for them!

I know I can’t change the world, but to my way of thinking, food wrapped in paper, plastic and Styrofoam just isn’t as good tasting as it is when served on china!

Spirit Walk II – Treading Water

The second annual Spirit Walk hosted by Nature’s Calling Environmental Education and Shadowland Theatre will take place on September 26, 27 and 28 at St. Williams Nursery and Ecology Centre. However, there is still considerable work to be done to get ready for this year’s production and workshops are being held on August 23 and 24 and September 6 and 7 from 10am to 5pm at The School in St. Williams to prepare costumes and props and to learn roles.

If you have ever wanted to learn how to walk on stilts, how to make outdoor lanterns using willow switches or how to make paper maché, these workshops need your help! Talented artists will be on hand to teach you and you can be a part of a popular outdoor theatre event.

Last year’s Spirit Walk was enjoyed by a huge audience and this year’s event is expected to draw an even larger crowd.

Anyone aged 12 and older is welcome to participate. For more information call Julie at (519) 586-2870 or Cynthia at (519) 410-7376.

Learning to walk on stilts and how to make paper maché animals are just two of the many new skills that can be learned at the Spirit Walk workshops that are being held in August and September.

Nocturnal Safari

Join Nature’s Calling Environmental Education Executive Director Bernie Solymár on Saturday, August 30 at 7:30pm for an evening safari to enjoy the sights and sounds of animals that become active at night. Bernie will call for owls and coyotes, identify the songs of crickets and katydids, and attract late summer moths using light traps and baits. There will also be night games that everyone can take part in.

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