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The smile that crossed Marjorie Schneider’s face said it all… sure I could interview a ton of people… tell you their thoughts about the park dedication to Harold Schneider… but for me there was only one person that mattered… and that was Marjorie… back in May I sat with Marjorie and did an interview (To see Marjorie’s story go to the May 24, 2011 issue on the newsstand at www.norfolkhub.ca). This wonderful woman, full of charm and wit… with amazing stories of Harold and their life… she talked of their first meeting… their courtship… the tough road… the hard work to success… their children… their friends… she put it all out there for me… it was a true history lesson of the Schneider family… her sense of pride… of what she and Harold had accomplished… endless hours at the Erie Beach… their hopes and fears… how they made a pretty good team.

When we finished the interview and I wrote the article, I hoped that I could do the family justice… many generations of ‘Doverites’ have worked for the family!

That could be seen by the large turnout that attended the Harold J. Schneider Memorial Park Dedication Ceremony last Friday afternoon. The sun shone and members of the Schneider family gathered at the base of Brant Hill where the benches had been installed along with a plaque, which talked of the accomplishments of Harold and the family’s place in Port Dover history.

My camera just kept returning to Marjorie…

I remember back in May, how she stated that she really hoped the Park Dedication would happen soon… she kinda’ said with a smile that she wasn’t getting any younger… I laughed at the time… but I knew this was very important to

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I thought back to the interview and remembered that she told me how Harold had said to her, “You know we make a pretty good team.” Thank goodness that team choose Dover… because of Harold and Marjorie… Dover is a better place!

➤ Mass Choir Event - Join us for an evening of beautiful music. The choirs of many local churches will be singing their favourites. To be held at St. James United Church, Colborne St.S Simcoe Sat. Nov. 5th at 7 pm. EVERYONE WELCOME [freewill offering]. ➤ Creating Outdoor Decorative Urns - The Simcoe & District Horticultural Society presents Brenda Austin of Ryerse’s Garden Gallery who will be demonstrating how to decorate an outdoor urn for the upcoming Christmas Season and also how create a nifty wreath. The next meeting is on Wednesday November 9th at 7:30 pm at the Junior Farmer’s Building on South Drive. There will is a $2 admission charge which includes a door prize ticket and a luncheon. Call Dave at 519--443-4807 for further information. ➤ Found Friends Adoption Day and Free BBQ at: Rick McCall Volkswagen 144 Queensway East, Simcoe Saturday November 12, from 10 am to 2:30 pm. All cats/kittens are ready for a home.

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For more info come see and bring your carrier just in case. ➤ Silent Auction & Dinner - St. Paul’s Anglican Parish hall, St. George St. Port Dover, Saturday,

Nov 12th. Viewing/bidding 5:30 - 6pm, Turkey Dinner 7pm. Cost is $15/person. For tickets, call Ron 519-426-8210, Val 519-583-1068, Kathy 519-583-0578 or Sandra 519-583-1340. ➤ The Norfolk General Hospital Gift Shop and Craft Group are having a Christmas sale on Fri. Nov. 18 and Thurs. Nov. 24, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., in the lobby at the Robinson St. entrance. Knitted hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters, nearly new fur coats and stocking stuffers will be sold. All proceeds are used to purchase hospital medical equipment. ➤ New books and toy sale, Fri. Nov. 25, 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., main floor Conference room at Norfolk General Hospital. All proceeds are used to purchase hospital medical equipment.

Sponsored by Simcoe Branch - Volunteer Association to Norfolk General Hospital and the Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home. ➤ Holly Lunch And Bazaar - St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 85 Lot St., Simcoe, Sat., Nov. 26, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Soup & Sandwich Lunch Crafts, Penny Table, Silent Auction, Hand Crafted Jewellery, Fresh Baking, Frozen Cabbage Rolls and Pies.

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By Dave Scott If folks are afraid to speak about something… how do we tell them that it is ok to talk? Can we as a community really help? Does it take an event of extreme sadness, to open our minds and eyes to situations going on around us?

Which brings to today’s topic, the Wonderful Works Auction is to benefit Haldimand & Norfolk Women’s Services. It will be held at the Greens at Renton on Friday, November 4th.

Kathleen Williamson, who has been involved with Women’s Services for the last eight years, sat down with me last week and talked a little about the organization and some of the upcoming events.

Kathleen became involved after attending the auction a number of years ago; from there she participated in the Vagina Monologues and then joined the board.

For Kathleen, she thinks back to years earlier, living in an apartment and hearing the noises of a neighbour being abused… being young, she did not know what to do to help that person… she felt bad… she talked to another neighbour

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to confirm that they had called the police… the memory stuck with her… today she finds herself advocating for stronger awareness, education, and helping to raise funds to support many of the programs Women’s Services offers, like: the Child and Youth Program, Addiction Counselling, Community Education, Housing Shelter and Second Stage Housing… just to name a few.

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by Women’s Services is, Outside Looking In (running from October 27th to Nov 18th), which is currently on display at the Lynnwood Arts Centre in Simcoe. The works of twentyfive different local artists are prominently displayed… all of the art, deals with subject matter related to abuse. Kathleen encourages adults to get out and view these works.

Now on to the subject of the auction… there is amazing artwork from local artists… and something cool has been added this year… twelve culinary artists are donating delicious products that you can bid on and enjoy… yum, yum great idea! Admission is $15 and includes live and silent auctions, free draws and desserts.

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Attention Treasure Hunters, let the hunting begin and the bargains to be found. The 34th Annual Treasure Mart is ashore at the Aud at the Norfolk County Fairgrounds this weekend.

Hosted by the Volunteer Association to the Norfolk General Hospital and The Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home this annual tradition continues to grow with plenty of items to purchase, all to benefit the hospital. As the largest fundraiser for the Volunteer Association it takes nearly 200 volunteers to put on an event of this size. However with their hard work and the publics continued support, 5 to 10 thousand dollars is generated each year to purchase medical equipment for the hospital.

This year there will a bounty of items including crafts, a silent auction, penny table, the favourite Trinkets and Treasures, clothing, a gift shop and country kitchen to enjoy a light lunch and beverage. The Aud opens its doors this Saturday November 5 at 8:00am; the event runs till 1pm. It’s $2.00 at the door. Get there early!

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Tri-County Insurance was selected as one of only forty brokerages to participate in this program.

OMHA received applications from hockey organizations across the province wishing to participate in this program and Waterford Minor Hockey was selected. Each goalie kit consists of a bag, chest protector, pads, blocker, catcher’s glove, stick and goaltender resources for the OMHA association to share.

The OMHA and IBAO Goaltender Assist Program is an effort to support children who have dreams of becoming a hockey

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By MARG WERDEN Mother Nature’s Light Show Anyone sitting on their couch watching the World Series, Monday Night Football, or some other program on television last Monday evening missed the best show of all.

Mother Nature put on a dazzling display of light as the northern lights danced up and down. Almost as a precursor of the coming Christmas season, waves of red, green and white rolled across the sky, sometimes bright enough to obscure the stars. As my daughter, who saw the show near Belleville, said, “It was as bright as a night

The spectacular display of northern lights last Monday was seen as far south as the southern United States. with a full moon, but there was no moon.”

The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are caused by collisions between electrically charged particles released from the sun during a solar storm and gaseous particles in the earth’s atmosphere.

As the solar wind hits the Earth’s magnetic fields at the north and south poles, it becomes compressed, which excites the electrons in the gaseous particles. When the excited electrons calm down, they emit light in a variety of colours, but most commonly red and green, although shades of yellow, blue and violet have also been reported.

The most common auroral color, a pale yellowish-green, is produced by oxygen molecules located about 60 miles above the earth. Rare, allred auroras are produced by high-

altitude oxygen, at heights of up to 200 miles. Nitrogen produces blue or purplish-red aurora. The lights can take many forms from patches of light to streamers, arcs, rippling curtains or shooting rays.

Although most usually seen in the Arctic and Antarctic, northern lights are not uncommon in southern Canada. However, last Monday’s display was seen as far south as some of the southern United States, a somewhat rarer occurrence.

Here in Norfolk, I have seen similar displays a few times over the past decade. However, I’m not sure seeing any northern lights will supersede my first sighting.

I was travelling across Canada with my kids, headed home from a trip to the Yukon, camping along the way. It was late August and

we had stopped for the night in Morse, Saskatchewan, at a very nice campground. Well, at least we thought it was nice until the train thundered by less than 100 metres from our tent. Little did we know that this was one of the main eastwest lines going across the prairies and that trains would be passing

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By Dave Scott The lake has turned cold… the waves are cresting and you can feel that bitter October wind chilling your bones… it doesn’t seem that long ago… ten kinda’ crazy folks swam from Pottahawk to Turkey Point to raise funds for Camp Trillium…

Labour Day weekend.

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Scot Brockbank from Runner’s Den in Port Dover, proudly presented Marci Shea-Perry, Executive Director of Camp Trillium, over $16,000 raised from the 10km swim and 10km run.

Marci was thrilled to receive the donation for camp Trillium and stated, “It was great to see community minded people giving to Trillium.”

The funds raised will help over twenty kids be able to attend camp.

Deb from Scotiabank said that, “Being involved in the community is very important to Scotiabank… especially when it comes to helping children.”

According to Fran, “Watching the swimmers was pretty amazing!”

Scot Brockbank added that he to wanted to thank the community and the volunteers, swimmers, runners and Scotiabank Simcoe for all of their support… and said training has already begun at the local pool for next year’s event.

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In the boudoir, an upholstered antique chair or settee (rescued from oblivion) not only provides functional seating but an invitation to relax and to finally get around to reading that book.

A new piece of artwork… when shopping for art, remember, it’s not the colour of the frame or whether or not it’s the right size, but rather, does it stir up an appreciation in you? Contrary to popular belief, art does not have to match your décor… it

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Al Foster (left) with his well-deserved years of service plaque presented by OPP Inspector Horvat (right).

Courtesy of Norfolk County OPP On October 26, 2011, Albert Foster celebrated 33 years (and 9 months) of service in policing with friends, family and coworkers at the Norfolk County court house. Albert started with the Haldimand Norfolk Regional Police on January 30, 1978, as a prisoner transfer guard and in 1998 when forces amalgamated, he continued as a transfer guard and court security officer for the OPP. Al was well known to be the

“glue” to the entire Court Office.

A Justice of the Peace once said “isn’t it funny that the wheels fall off when Al isn’t here?”

Albert, originally from Dunnville resides in Simcoe with his wife and family. Al says he is “looking forward to enjoying his new found time and doing day trips with his wife.” Al turns 65 on October 29, 2011, and explained, “I have always planned to never work a day over 65.” Congratulations Al, you fulfilled your life long dream!

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As the month of October arrives, you will be pressured to receive your Flu shot. The Flu and You campaign to produce billions of dollars for pharmaceuticals has rolled in once again. This year the campaign is targeting not only individuals over 65 years of age who are susceptible to the flu, but everyone in general. Health promotion should be based on sound research and information.

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first question: I s the flu shot safe and effective against preventing the flu?

• Those who receive 5 consecutive influenza vaccines increase their chances of developing Alzheimers by 10 times in comparison with individuals who have 1, 2, or no influenza vaccinations due to the vaccine’s aluminum and thimerosal (mercury) content 3. The Canadian vaccine does contain thimerosal.

• Some studies and vaccine package inserts indicate that the vaccine increases HIV viral replication, indicating that the vaccine has a significant suppressive effect on the immune system. The vaccine has also caused a number of significant side effects and adverse reactions in at least 30% of recipients ranging from mild (fever, malaise, tenderness at the injection site) to severe (Guillain Barre Syndrome, Transverse Myelitis, facial paralysis, encephalitis, encephalopathy, demyelinating diseases, fatalities).1, .2 • Thimerosal has a cumulative effect so there is no reassurance in the fact that each vaccine contains only a small amount of the preservative. Thimerosal is included in the vaccine to prevent contamination. It is considerably more toxic to white blood cells and particularly to phagocytes, which are the immune system’s first line of defence, than to micro-organisms which might contaminate a vaccine vial. Recently the FDA banned the use of Thimerosal in over-thecounter drugs since its safety and efficacy have not been established1.

This is only a part of the answer to understanding the safety and efficacy of the flu shot. I encourage you to become proactive in this issue. Other questions you may have are: Do I really need them? What can I do to retain my freedom of choice? Can I know that the vaccine batch and formula that I am receiving contains what is required to prevent the flu before I get vaccinated?

Our most important ally in disease prevention and recovery is a strong immune system.

The decision on how you wish to address influenza is yours and yours alone. Lessons from past events have taught us that fear and panic is never the best motivation for action. Make your decision an informed one and do all you can to keep your immune system optimal.

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BRAIN INJURIES AFFECT ALL AGES! Part II - Adults

In part II to this article, I continue discussing the materials presented at the 2nd annual brain injury workshop sponsored by the Erie Shores Brain Injury Association (ESBIA) and Bachmann Personal Injury Law, held on September 10 in Simcoe. Our second speaker, Mary Ann McEachern, a Behavior Therapist with Brain Injury Services in Hamilton, addressed difficulties encountered by adults suffering from acquired brain injuries, as well as challenges faced by their families and caregivers.

McEachern noted that brain injury can be traumatic (caused by motor vehicle crashes, sports-related trauma, etc) or non-traumatic in nature. Non-traumatic brain injury can result from diseases such as meningitis, brain tumors, aneurysm, anorexia or an event such as a diabetic coma. Brain injury is the most common disability and cause of death in adults, more common than breast cancer, AIDS, multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injuries combined, says McEachern.

When an individual’s brain is injured, he or she will likely encounter physical, cognitive, behavioral and emotional impairments. While physical impairments can be seen and cognitive impairments are generally expected, behavioral and emotional impairments can be both subtle and difficult to deal with. Behavioral changes can include anger and aggression, impulsivity and impaired judgment, inappropriate sexual behavior, lack of social awareness and addictions. The impact of such dramatic changes on an individual’s daily living can be devastating, says McEachern. Their social relationships are severed; and their level of independence is severely curtailed if their mobility is affected or their drivers’ licence has been suspended.

Under these circumstances, McEachern notes that it is critical for family and caregivers to understand that the affected individual has changed. He or she is pretty much a “new” person and expecting the old person back is neither realistic, nor helpful. As such, the role of the family members and caregivers must change too.

Where the changes are dramatic, family and caregivers should consider the use of therapeutic groups, says McEachern. She and her co-workers run different types of groups that address issues such as self-esteem; social skills; anger management; chronic pain; substance abuse; sexuality; family education etc. Once established, the groups meet regularly to discuss the chosen topic and address concerns and questions of the attendees. McEachern stresses that attendance is voluntary and anonymous.

If you or someone you know has been affected by brain injury, contact the Erie Shores Brain Injury Association at 519-426-9765.

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n our annual rush (this year it’s between the rain-drops) to clean up our gardens, many times we forget to leave certain plants as they can provide interest and garden focal points not to mention a food source for wildlife, all winter long and even right into April!

Immediately, the ornamental grasses come to the forefront. No winter landscape should be without a tall perennial grass. With their tall, thin shafts and fluffy coiffures, they exhibit a delicate structure that lends a touch of charm to the harsh winter landscape. Plume grass (Erianthus ravennae), Silver Feather Miscanthus and Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuoides) are just a few excellent choices.

Now while evergreen shrubs and coniferous trees undeniably add visual interest to winter landscapes, so do many other plants, such as the red-stemmed osier dogwoods (Cornus sericea) and the aromatic, grey fruit laden Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica).

Features to look for in a winning plant for winter landscapes will have one or more of the following characteristics: 1. Colourful berries that attract birds for bird watching.

2. Branches that display delicate structure and are able to catch snow.

3. Bark that is colourful or that has an unusual texture.

4. Bears evergreen foliage.

5. An interesting branching pattern.

6. Herbaceous plants with decorative seed heads

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Money plant (Lunaria annua) Yarrow (Achillea spp) Globe thistle (Echinops ritro) Blue false indigo (Baptisia australis) Hydrangea Paniculata (Hydrangea paniculata) Compact cranberrybush viburnum (Viburnum trilobum ‘Compactum’)

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ort Dover L ions Club Holds Health and Fitness Expo

By Dave Scott Folks were busy lacing up the running shoes Saturday morning to take part in the First Annual Health and Fitness Expo, which was held at the Port Dover Community Centre, Sports Complex and Port Dover Composite School track.

At the Community Centre there were health and fitness vendors along with guest speakers. Over at the track, three different runs were getting under way with a 2km for the kids, a 5km walk or run, and then an 8km run as well.

In total over one hundred folks ran… that’s awesome! Chip times were posted… and congrats go out to Kevin Farr and Valerie Rainey for finishing the top male and female in the 8km; in the 5km it was Brent Tschirhart (male) and Ashley Snyder (female); in the 2k Lirum Scott (male) and Fiona Jones (female).

Congrats to everyone who ran… great job!

Meanwhile in the afternoon there was a tennis tournament,

skateboard competition and a street hockey tournament, which also all met with success.

Participants in the 8km run

It was a great day… not even a little rain could dampen the spirits of all the participants.

To the Lions, ‘Excellent work on this new event… I can only see it growing!’

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I'm Emily Daniel, a grade 11 student at Holy Trinity. This year is my first year on Student Council, and my job is to share some of the great things that are happening at our school with you.

Starting this week, I will be writing a bi-weekly column in the Norfolk Hub. I'm 16 years old and was born and raised in Waterford. I volunteer a lot of my time with the Waterford Historical and Agriculture Museum and St. Bernard's church. Every Monday night, I volunteer with Girl Guides. I’m very excited to be writing in the Hub this year! Like every school in Ontario, our Grade Nine Titans will be participating in 'Take Your Kid to Work Day' on November 2nd. Every grade nine has the opportunity to shadow their parents on the job and learn about their work environment.

On the same day, we will be welcoming Grade 8's from our Catholic elementary feeder schools to show them a day in action at Holy Trinity.

The Titans are excited to have their first dance of the year this Thursday, November 3rd. It’s a

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Some time around midnight, one of the trains woke me from a deep sleep and I couldn’t get back to sleep, so I decided to go for a walk. Once outside the tent, I saw the green and red lights to the north and realized that I was seeing my first northern lights. After waking the kids, we walked across the prairie to get away from the lights of the campground, found a comfortable place to lie down, and watched the lights for the next half hour. To do this day, all any of has to say is “Morse, Saskatchewan� and the rest of us respond with “trains and northern lights!� It was one of many highlights of that six-week trip across Canada. For daily forecasts of the extent to which the northern lights can be seen, go to http://www.gi.alaska. edu/AuroraForecast.

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We are very happy to welcome Pynx Productions back to Holy Trinity to be the dj's of our dance.

Doors open at 6:30 and close at 8:00. Tickets go on sale next week during lunch - 5$ each.

Thank you to all Titans who participated in our annual food drive these past couple weeks.

Together, we gathered a ton of food for St. Vincent de Paul. All the food will go to several food banks in our local area. Once again thank you titans!

Holy Trinity is very happy to once again be hosting Coffee Haus, a night filled with various talents showcased by our own students! This awesome event will be held November 24th, and it is open to the public to attend. It has been approved as one of our 10 â&#x20AC;&#x153;unhealthy daysâ&#x20AC;?, therefore caffeinated coffee, chocolate and sweets will be available thanks to our own culinary classes.

Doors open at 5:30 pm and the show starts at 6.

Tickets are $3 in advance and $5 at the door. If you are interested in performing, sign up on the

Student Council bulletin board starting Monday.

Auditions will follow the next week during lunch.

Our Grade 12s have been very busy this month making plans for their future.

Students attended both the College Fair at Fanshawe in London and the University Fair at Simcoe Composite.

We wish them the best By Emily Daniel of luck as they start the Holy Trinity, application process this Student Council week.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget we have two P.A. Days this month.

Students get to sleep in and stay home on Friday, November the 4th and Friday, November the 25th. Enjoy the time off to catch up on work.

This is an opportunity to let your creative side shine as you use the natural world to inspire your works of art. This program will help each participant find their inner nature spirit and express themselves in their own unique way!

Time will be spent outdoors searching for the perfect items to create your own one of a kind masterpiece.

The event will take place at Hay Creek Conservation Area starting at 1 p.m. Dress

appropriately for the weather as this is an outdoor event. Bring along a mug for some tasty hot chocolate to warm you up! Although there is no fee for the activity, donations are greatly appreciated. This is an event for all ages from the young to the young at â&#x20AC;&#x153;artâ&#x20AC;?

For more information or to register, please contact Colleen Dale, When Nature Calls Environmental Education Coordinator, at whennaturecalls@lpwbrf.ca or 519-512-0240.

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