My Thorold Newsletter | April 2019

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Thorold resident Bruno D’Intino (front & centre) showed up with a cheque in hand on behalf of The Outdoor Men to give staff at the Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre their donation on March 26. The group of sportsmen donated proceeds from their annual Wild Game Dinner held in February. The group’s $5,700 donation will purchase a Stryker Go Bed, which is easy to use, remarkably mobile and offers the safest options for patients.

What do you want to win?

Cash Jewellery Vacation?

HENDERSON’S 80TH ANNIVERSAY

TIPS ON OVERTIME PUB Get a taste of the Friday Fish & Chips Dinner at Overtime Pub offered in the April restaurant review by Brock University student Jon-Paul Carfagnini. Turn to page 2.

What prize would give you joy as a winner in the 80th anniversary promotion in May at Henderson’s Pharmacy? See what a few people have suggested. Turn to page 3 ....

ARST & CRAFTS SHOW Sweet by Nature will be among vendors at show on April 27 See full list of vendors on page 3.

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OVERTIME PUB • RESTAURANT REVIEW BY J.P.

By Jon-Paul Carfagnini

surrounds the room for patrons to watch all the games. Interesting sports memorabilia also enhances the décor with a hometown spirit.

Brock University, Media Communications

It is not easy getting a seat at the Overtime Pub on Fridays between 5:30-8pm. However if you’re willing to wait a few minutes for a memorable experience, I’d say it’s definitely worth it.

Seating for groups or couples at booths, tables or bar sides accommodated the full house. It was extremely noisy at this peak time, which created challenges for table conversations.

The great Yogi Berra once said, “nobody goes there anymore. It’s too crowded.” However the crowd at We browsed through the menu that covers all the bases the Overtime Pub on Friday created a very authentic, for a pub. For “pre-game warm-ups” the selection of Jon-Paul checks line-up on menu typical pub-style starters is par for the course. The family oriented Thorold scene for us. at Overtime Pub in warm-up menu offers a line-up of salads, burgers, poutine, We joined the crowd on March 29th when we dropped for Friday night feast nachos, subs or wraps. However we were there for the in to the busy Overtime Pub for their famous Friday Fish & Chips, Pizza and Wings.

Fish & Chips. The great service enhanced the experience which definitely surpassed my expectations. We were welcomed by Sherry, an Servers Sherry and Aribella managed expectations by updating us experienced server who knows her stuff. She mentioned all the draft when our food would be ready. The long wait pushed our patience. beers available on tap.

But as we know, a good thing is worth waiting for, and that truism was proven when we tasted the ‘Franks and Butter’ Wings which came Sherry showed us that “Overtime servers pour the drinks how they like with our Penalty Shot Combo. The wings were served with generous to drink them.” So our glasses were filled nicely to the brim. For round portions of blue cheese, freshly cut carrots and celery pieces. OTP one, we ordered the special, Old Style Friday Pilsner, only $5 for a 20 offers baked, and fried wings. I ordered my wings fried and surely was ounce glass. Old Style was a refreshing, crisp discovery that pleased not disappointed. the palate.

I enjoyed a very personable experience as I saw how OTP servers treat customers like their family. In a sense, patrons represent the hometown crowd when they are treated to OTP’s line-up of food and great service.

The servers work well as a team ensuring that thirsts are quenched, and the food comes out hot.

Visuals enhance the atmosphere. Programming on 16 TV screens

The combo came with 20 wings and a 16-slice pizza for $39.99. The pizza was baked to perfection, thick and fluffy crust, smothered in cheese and topped with pepperoni.

Located at 206 Richmond S., the Overtime Pub is famous for Fish and Chips. We enjoyed the Friday 2 Piece Dinner Special for $12.99 and given the quality and quantity it proved to be an exquisite value. The haddock was lightly battered, very tasty and large portions were served.

EASTER EGG HUNT An Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 20th, 9:00am at the Port Robinson Community Centre. The event will offer a continental breakfast, along with face painting, a photo booth, crafts and a visit by the Port Robinson Fire Fighters and the Easter Bunny.

Register to prcommunitycentre@gmail.com by April 15th at 6:00pm.

Easter Egg Hunt age groups will be: •

0-3 Years old

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4-7 Years Old

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8-12 Years Old

*When sending your email registration please verify the amount of children and their ages!

Participants are required to bring their own Easter egg basket or bucket for the Easter Egg Hunt. It is a rain or shine event.

It is a free event hosted by Port Robinson Proud. Donations will be collected to support the Community Centre’s Beautification Fund.

HENDERSON’S 80TH ANNIVERSARY PROMO What prize would give you joy as a winner in the 80th anniversary promotion at Henderson’s Pharmacy? Diamonds? Vacation? Cash?

The pharmacy’s owner / operator, John Henderson is polling the community in preparation for the company’s promotion in May. Here are a few prize suggestions submitted on social media.

• Bonnie Punch “I would be happy with what ever the prize is.”

• Dorothy Krafve “Jewelry” • Brenda Palin: “Cash is good. Everyone is different so with cash they can get whatever they want the most.”

Stay tuned for news on Henderson’s, where the family operated pharmacy is celebrating 80 years in business.

“We’re proud of our pharmacy’s heritage and remain committed to personally serving our patients in Thorold. We are here for you,” stated Mr. Henderson.

“Do you swear on your mom’s life that she tested her smoke detector this week?”

If not, call today for home fire safety service in Thorold. She needs you to call us before it is too late.

905-328-3141

Smoke Alarms • Carbon Monoxide Detectors • Fire Extinguisher Installation • Inspection

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ART & CRAFTS SHOW Event organizer Cathy Henderson says the Thorold Arts and Crafts Show on April 27 will feature an array of artisans from across Ontario. Here is the list to date. Find more event details on page 4.

Applecreek Country Market Arts in Paradise beadKRap Bench Artisans Benita Collini Fine Art & Custom Design Bitty Bows by Kristen Smith Blind Date With a Book Brindille Jewellery Card Creations by Karen Cathy’s Crystal Catzy Boutique Century Lane Casting CherryCro Crafty Chick Cute n’ Cozy Crochet by Catharine De-Liz-Cious Treats Earthworks Treasures Etching Muskoka Laser Engraving Everything Nice Forget Me Nots Garden Bling & Things Glass Animal Creations

Cathy says De-Liz-cious Treats will be in show.

Halle Headbands Hinny Pinny Aprons IJ Krafts & More i3DS International Corp Infusion Tea J B Pet Portraits Josephine’s Knits Julie Art Ink Just Becuz Design Ken Hunter Photography Kül Werks Lady Anne’s Closet Lakeside Press Laura Dunphy Magnetics Lisa Puppet Maker Looner Creations Mint Jewellery

Mr. Wood Burn Mystic Woods Turned Art Nature & Things Natural Soapery Old Made New by Sharon Olde Time Kettle Kitchen One of a Kind - Tables Paastime Crafts Petals Peter Hyde Wood Turning Play It Again Purses by Patricia Quilts and Creations Rise & Sign Smock - It Soothing Petals Stationery Treats Sumbler Stained Glass Summer of Love Creations Sweet…by Nature!

The Little Pottery Place The Strudel Lady Tuscany Concrete by Design Urban Vintage Vida Iluminada Wee Bee Houses Wellness By Lily White Magick Woodeye Woodwork Writer on the Run and others to be added.

THOROLD BOYS REUNION CELEBRATES FRIENDSHIPS

The boys are back in town!. The Thorold Boys will host a Friendship Night on April 14 at John-Michaels Banquet Centre.

Rock music fans in Thorold might remember Muelli from his performances in Fat Rabbit, a popular band in the 70’s. Muelli joined Paul Lauzon, LT Lawson and Frank Musso to form Fat Rabbit.

Event organizers hope the reunion of Thoroldites from the 60’s and 70’s will celebrate their friendships from the days when bands like Fat Rabbit, Hush, JR Flood, Bullrush, The British Modbeats, and Mahogany Rush among other groups rocked the region.

Thorold native Paul Muelli and other musicians as well as a DJ will provide entertainment.

The function will offer guests a 7-course dinner and cash bar. The doors open at 3 p.m. and dinner will be served at 5:30 sharp.

April 14 event features music & dinner

Tickets cost $30 per person and must be purchased in advance. For tickets or more information, contact: John Persia 905-246-3039.

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What’s Happening

HOLY ROSARY PASTA SUPPER

APRIL 4, 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM Skip the dishes and the cooking when you come to the Holy Rosary Pasta Supper. Eat-in or Take-out, Adults $13.00. Children (10 years and younger) $9.00. Holy Rosary Church Hall, Queen St. S. (first Thursday of every month except June and August),

YFC NIAGARA’S VENDOR SHOW SAT. APRIL 20, 9 AM – 2 PM

The YFC Niagara Vendor Show will be hosted

by Upper Deck Youth Centre and YFC Youth Unlimited Lincoln on April 20 at 226 Merritt St, St Catharines. The Youth Unlimited brand coffee will be on sale, baked goods, lunch, as well as a variety of vendors and crafters.

Support the YFC/Youth Unlimited programs in Niagara. Vendor space is available. Phone 905-988-1331 or go to go to yfcniagara.com. for details.

THOROLD FERTILIZER SALE APRIL 5,6,7

The 10th annual Thorold Fertilizer Sale will be supporting Thorold’s Community Care & Holy Rosary’s St. Vincent de Paul Society. (100% of the profits will be donated to above charities) Event organizers John and Teresa Tepylo will run the sale Friday, April 5th, 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, April 6th, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 pm, Sunday, April 7th, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Pine Plaza, in the Rexall parking lot, 9 Pine St. N., Thorold.

Stock up with these prices on 25kg bags: •

10-10-10 GENERAL PURPOSE $22.00

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15-15-15 GENERAL PURPOSE $26.00

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21-7-7 50% SLOW RELEASE $27.00

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28-4-8 60% SLOW RELEASE $28.00

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10-20-20 FALL LAWN $28.00

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Deals available on bulk buys.

All taxes included in price. For more information call 905.227.9338

EASTER EGG HUNT An Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Sat., April 20, 9:00 am at the Port Robinson Community Centre. Read more details on page 2.

SIN, SEX AND THE CIA APRIL 5, 6,7, 12, 13 Sin, Sex and the CIA is the new comedy to be presented by the Thorold Community Theatre for the spring season. All performances will be held in the Community Hall of Trinity United Church, 15 Pine St., Thorold.

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Fridays: April 5, 12 at 8pm

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Saturdays: April 6, 13 at 8pm

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Sunday: April 7 at 2pm

Doors open approximately 30 minutes before curtain. Patrons are being asked to bring food items to donate to Community Care.

Tickets are sold by performance dates. All tickets cost $15.00. All seating is by General Admission.

THOROLD SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW APRIL 27, 2019, 10 AM TO 4PM Come to the 41st annual community event in the Thorold Arena, 70 Front St., Thorold.

Meet talented artisans selected from across Ontario. Adults $3. Kids under 14 free.

Supporting Thorold Community Activities Group, Thorold’s multipurpose Rec Centre.

Contact Cathy Henderson 905-227-7248 or 905-227-0545. See list of vendors on page 3.

Go to www.mythorold.com for more community events. Submit your event online. www.mythorold.com/events-listing-form/