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Serving Tavistock and area since 1895 VOLUME 120 • NUMBER 39

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THIS ‘N’ THAT

Canada Day was cool with cloudy skies but the remainder of the weekend was beautiful the lawns are brown and dry - what a difference from last year . . . this is our last edition before summer holidays - the Gazette will be closed Friday, July 8th - Sunday, July 24th inclusive - no paper July 13th or 20th . . . Hickson Lions Daze is set for July 15 and 16th (see ad page 6) . . . the U21 Men's Fastpitch Canadian Championship is approaching quickly this huge event held here in Tavistock is August 2- 7 - Volunteers still needed! . . . don't forget to pick up your tickets for the RCMP Musical Ride set for August 15th.

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES

Lots of birthdays and anniversaries to take us through the holidays - Ava Mohr is 10 years old today July 6th; Lauren Holdsworth, 19; anniversaries for Jeff and Chris Schultz, 25th; Paul and Marilynn Van den Borre, 20th; Justin and Jennifer Jantzi, 3rd … on July 7, Beatrice Yungblut is 100, Rachel Pearson is 19 … Samantha Hovius is 3 July 8th; Carmen Yausie, 9; Madux Snyder, 11; David Pullen, 17; anniversaries for Trevor and Katie Bender, 10th; Mark and Carolynn Rutherford, 21st; Robert and Marie Brodrecht, their 50th … on July 9th anniversaries for Tyler and Jessica Yantzi, 11th; Chris and Alex McKay, 5th … Bella Paese is 6 July 10th; anniversaries for Doug and Karen Shirray, 51st; Brent and Shauna Lange, 6th … on July 11th Bo Schurink is 11; Aleigha Bontaine, 11; Zachary Dredge, 14; Reid and Emily Bell mark their 7th wedding anniversary … Dylan Smith is 16 July 12th; Hailey Mohr is 16; anniversaries for Bryn and Terry Gladding; Jack and Jane Danen, 19th; Robert and Pam Seyler, (continued on page 6)

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FIDDLE & STEPDANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Canada Day weekend in the park

The 33rd Annual Southwestern Ontario Fiddle & Stepdance Championship was another year of three's. Greg Henry of Corunna won the Open Fiddle category for the third year in a row; Diana and Andrew Dawydchak of Etobicoke won the Duet Fiddle class for their third year; and All Reel Drive, a trio from the Sebringville area won their third Open Group Stepdance trophy. "Our competitor numbers were approximately the same as last year, but we had a lot of new competitors this year that had never competed in contests before and that is encouraging," said Marianne Huitema, competition secretary. Top fiddler Greg Henry took home the Graham Townsend Trophy and $1,000 as well as the new Don Carswell Memorial Waltz Award and $200 as the Open Fiddler with the highest points awarded for his waltz. Greg, who works at a refinery in Sarnia, has been taking home awards from the Tavistock event for the past 10 years. He was second in 2012, third in 2007, 2008 and 2009, and fifth in 2013 and 2006. Greg has also been successful in

the Duet Fiddle category taking home first place with Tom Fitzgerald in 2012 and 2013; and with Chuck Joyce in 2005 and 2006. In the group of seasoned fiddlers making it to the Open final this year were Celine Murray of Dorchester in second place earning $800 and the Ed Gyurki Trophy, Paul Lemelin of Val Therese in third with the Bickle Farms Trophy and $600, Emily Yarascavitch of Oshawa in fourth winning $400, and Andrew Dawydchak of Etobicoke in fifth taking home $200. Andrew Dawydchak and his sister, Diana, also won the Duet Fiddle class for the third year in a row. They won the Bob and Betty Tanner Trophy and $300. Emma and Will March of Pembroke were second winning the Cook Family Trophy and $200, Samuel and Jackson Corry of Red Deer, Alberta were third winning $150, and fourth place went to Fiona McCairley and Cassandra Swan of Kitchener receiving $100. On the stepdancing side of the competition, Becky Reid of Arnprior won top marks over the full slate of competitors in the Open category. It was quite a feat

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Greg Henry won the Open Fiddle category for the third straight year while Becky Reid won her first Open Stepdance championship here in Tavistock this past weekend. Both earned $1,000. for the 33-year-old mother who is currently 5-months pregnant and due in November. Her 8-year-old daughter, Addison, was extremely excited about her mother's win, the $1,000 prize money and the Cliff Adams Memorial Trophy. “We’re rich!” Addison exclaimed as her mother came off the stage with the prize. Second place, the CJCS Trophy and $800, went to Charlotte Clare of Orangeville; third place to Emma March of Pembroke; and fourth place to Courtney Rosso of London; and fifth place to Chelsea Mott of Stratford. All Reel Drive, the trio of Miranda DeWetering, Katie Paradis and Katie Luckhardt also won their third straight Open Group Stepdance championship.

The girls, from the Sebringville and Mitchell area were given top marks in the class, $500 to share and the Nieberlein Family Trophy. Second place, the Korner Shoppe Trophy and $400 went to The Reel Deal - Maria Peppler, Grace Laceby and Charlotte Clare, all of Orangeville; third place of $300 went to All About That Step from Chelmsford; and fourth place of $150 to Tavistock's own Danen Quad. Miranda DeWetering also took home the 19 to 29 years of age Stepdance trophy for the second year in a row, placing second in 2014. This earned her the Larry Stacey Trophy. Every category was full this year with prizes up to 8th place in the 12 and under and 9 and under

categories. The youngest fiddler in the competition this year was 6-year-old Adlai Martin of Waterloo. The youngest stepdancer was Jannie Lemelin, 4, of Val Therese. Judges for the weekend competition included Ian Hamilton, Tyler Beckett and Scott Woods for the fiddle classes and Tiffany Fewster Salt, Sarajayne Dekker, and Chad Wolfe for the stepdancers. It was quite a sight to watch a pregnant Tiffany Fewster Salt as she danced with the other stepdance judges as they opened the Saturday evening show. Her baby is due in two weeks; plus she is scheduled to judge the upcoming Dorchester contest in four weeks. Next year’s contest is June 30th and July 1st.

Laurie James leaving Tavistock Public School after 5 years as Principal

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Open Group Stepdance Champions - All Reel Drive - from the left, Miranda DeWetering, Katie Paradis, and Katie Luckhardt.

Tavistock Public School (TPS) will see some big changes next year. After five years as Principal, Mrs. Laurie James will be moving on to Central Public School,Woodstock. At the year-end assembly on Wednesday morning, June 29, 2016, Mrs. James said, “What a special place TPS is. You don’t realize,

it’s absolutely phenomenal … not only the staff, but the parents, students and volunteers. They want you to achieve and they give you the opportunity to do the best you can.” Mrs. James taught for her first 10 years at Tavistock School before moving on to serve other communities. She has 6 years remaining before

retirement. “If I say my prayers and find a four-leaf clover, maybe I can come back,” she said. For the remainder of the day she asked for tissues and “lots of hugs.” Nicola Bankes, who has served at Plattsville Public School will be the new Principal. (more on page 6)

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Triplets/twins among 2016 school graduates Students of the 2016 Tavistock Public School graduating class include, from the left, seated: Amelia Dickson, Karissa Wagler, Hanna Edmonstone, Leeah Schoonderwoerd, Morgan Stock, Marie Behnke, Abbey McLaughlin, Kamryn Lamond; second row: Payge Schlosser, Sarah Bailey, Stephanie Cahill, Jordan Smith, Shelby Wettlaufer, Megan Bailey, Erinn Spicer, Katie McGrath, Fiona Olliffe, Alexis Shantz; back rows: William Behnke, Nicholas Remenda, Carter Roth, Zhao-Yu Tan, Brady Roth, Anikin Kirkbride, Alex Dingwell, Luke Hyde, Kyle Roth, Ryan Ziegler, Clayton Gerber, Ryan terMaat, Mason McKay, Chad Brown, Shawn Farrell, Blair Sparling, Brayden Hutcheson, Peter Behnke. PHOTO BY BILL GLADDING / TAVISTOCK GAZETTE

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hirty-six Grade 8 students graduated from Tavistock Public School at a special ceremony held on Tuesday evening, June 28th, 2016. Principal Laurie James welcomed parents and graduates to the Tavistock Memorial Hall where diplomas and awards were presented by teachers Chris Ross and Craig White. "There are many leaders in this group," Mr. Ross said. "They care about each other, are excited for each other's accomplishments, and show love and support for each other. You will shine in Grade nine," he concluded. It was a special year. The class had both a set of triplets and twins. The Behnke triplets, William, Marie and Peter shared the Academic Award and Marie was also the class valedictorian. She was presented with the Tavistock School Merit Award by sponsor Duane Kropf, President of the Tavistock Men's Club. Peter Behnke earned the Math Award. Twins Megan and Sarah Bailey shared the Physical Education Award for the girls while Luke Hyde was honoured for the boys. The Music Awards went to Zhao-Yu Tan and Fiona Olliffe and

the Performing Arts and History Award to Katie McGrath. Clayton Bender was presented with the Geography Award; Morgan Stock for Visual Arts; and Shelby Wettlaufer for French. Karissa Wagler earned the Science Award as well as the Anna P. Lewis Women’s Institute English Award presented by Mary Alice Roth. Alex Dingwell received the Principal’s Award; Stephanie Cahill the Citizenship Award as presented by the Tavistock Masonic Lodge #609 by Jon Ross; and the third annual Ravnit Hundal Memorial Award was presented to Blair Sparling. Several Grade 7 and 8 students participated in the Gauss Math Contest with Michael Ropp earning the high score for Grade 7 and Peter Behnke for Grade 8. Peter finished in the top 15 per cent in the province. Craig White presented the Honours Awards to the following students: Kamryn Lamond, Marie Behnke, William Behnke, Peter Behnke, Katie McGrath, Jordan Smith, Morgan Stock, Shelby Wettlaufer, Alex Dingwell, Ryan Ziegler, Clayton Gerber, Luke Hyde, Mason McKay, Zhao-Yu Tan and Karissa Wagler.

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Reverie Erin Analise Bender “Rev” was born July 17, 2012 to Justin and Inge Bender of Elmira. Grandparents are Eric and Erin Krauschaar of Elmira (Opa and Oma) and Kevin and Wendy Bender of Tavistock (Papa and Nana.)

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Bernardus Hendrikus “Benny” Schurink, 79, of R.R. #1, Shakespeare passed away in Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. He was born in Holland on January 30, 1937 a son of the late John and Eloise Schurink. Benny founded the business of “Benny’s Auto Parts” at R.R. #1, Shakespeare on July 1, 1973. He was a member of the Optimist Club of Shakespeare. He married the former Thelma Elgina "Gina" Burgess at Woodstock on July 10, 1959. She predeceased him on September 27, 2011. He is survived by four children, Lynda Lee and husband Russ Huber, Danny and wife Deb Schurink, Ted and wife Lisa Schurink, all of Tavistock; Peggy Schurink of Gananoque; nine grandchildren, Cory and wife Jodi Huber, Leanne and husband Josh Reeve, Danielle and husband Rob McAuley, Desiree and husband Dan O'Hearn, Delaney Schurink, Jesse Schurink and friend Kyla Swartz, Mitchell Schurink, Jay Schurink and Bo Schurink; six greatgrandchildren, Izzy and Max Huber, Lauren Reeve, Blake McAuley, Sid and Christian Haskett; two brothers, Tom and wife Chris Schurink, Joe and wife Lisa Schurink; seven sisters, Mientji Averdonk, Grace Frielink, Johanna

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and husband Norm Wieland, Agnes O'Sullivan, Rosa Boomhouer, Marian Gieber and Bernadette Blais; sister-in-law, Jean McGuire; brother-inlaw and sister-in-law, Ewart "Hugh" and Lynn Burgess and will also be remembered by many nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his brother, Bill Schurink; his sister, Lies Verberne and several brothers-inlaw and sisters-in-law. Relatives and friends were received in the Francis Funeral Home , 77 Woodstock Street North, Tavistock on Thursday and Friday, June 30th and July 1st. The funeral service was held in Shakespeare Optimist Hall, Shakespeare on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 11 a.m. Pastor Scott Zehr officiated. Interment in Woodstock Presbyterian Cemetery will follow cremation. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Optimist Club of Shakespeare would be appreciated and may be made through the Francis Funeral Home by calling 519-655-2431. Honorary bearers were granddaughters: Jodi Huber, Danielle McAuley, Desiree O’Hearn, Leanne Reeve, Delaney Schurink and Kyla Swartz. Casket bearers were grandsons: Cory Huber, Rob McAuley, Dan O’Hearn, Josh Reeve, Bo Schurink, Jay Schurink, Jesse Schurink and Mitchell Schurink.

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THANK YOU The Southwestern Ontario Fiddle and Stepdance Association Committee would like to thank all the dedicated volunteers for their hard work in helping to make our 33rd Annual Fiddle and Stepdance contest such a great success on July 1 & 2, 2016. Also, thanks to the following businesses, organizations and individuals who supported this event through donations and prizes. THANK YOU TO DONORS Akins Brewer Lumber Anna P. Lewis Women’s Institute Ashley Giles Barry Boyd Brenwood Farms Carmen Butchardt Chuck Joyce Chute Mechanical Cooper Standard Automotive D & D Electric D & J Dixon Automotive Inc. Danensview Farms Inc. Dave Paradis DeWetering Hill Farm Donald B. Capell Donnybrook Contest Doug and Carol McLeod Doug McNaughton Doug Shirray Seed Dr. John J. Pook Elizabeth Murray Emile Booker Eric & Dorothy Bickle Family of the late Merv Woods Family of the late Oliver Gaffney Farm Credit Corporation Fiddlefest Gerry & Elaine Mohr Gerry Smith and Family Hamilton Family Heartland Farm Mutual Insurance Hensall District Co-op Inc. Hickson Lion’s Club IDA Drug Store Irene & Lorne Lantz Yantzi’s Home Building Centre Jen and Larry’s Brittle and Shakes Judy’s School of Dance Ken Wettlaufer Kiwi Craze Klomps Garden Centre Krug’s Meat Market Mark DeWetering Memorial Fund McFarlan Rowlands Insurance Brokers Mike’s Valu-Mart Monteith Ritsma Phillips Professional Corp. Optimist Club of Downie Optimist Club of Shakespeare Optimist Club of Tavistock Orchard Park Farms Orr Insurance & Investment Pam and Dave Paradis/BECorp People Care Tavistock Pete & Dawn Schmidt & Family Pletsch Electric of Tavistock Premier Ag. Equipment Ltd. Quehl’s Restaurant & Catering Raymer Financial Riedstra’s Violin Shop Inc. RBC Ann Elizabeth with Royal Mutual Funds Rose Marie’s Restaurant Royal Bank of New Hamburg Ruby Bailey Samsonite Canada Inc. Stratford Sandra Eby Saputo Dairy Products Canada Schultz Plumbing & Heating Shane Cook Shelley Luckhardt Sommer’s Motors Stacey & Rosso families South Easthope Mutual Insurance Co. Stitch It Up Stratford Cleaning Centre SWO Committee Members Tavistock & Stratford Scotiabanks Tammy Tengelis Tavistock Chamber of Commerce Tavistock Dentistry Corporation Tavistock Gas & Variety Tavistock Gazette Tavistock Golf Course Tavistock Opti-Mrs. Tavistock Public Library Tavistock Rotary Club Tavistock Subway The Bush Family The family of the late Sherman Bailey Tradition Mutual Insurance Co. The Royal Bank: New Hamburg Branch W-S Feed & Supplies Ltd. Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program Yantzi’s Feed & Seed Ltd. Your Neighbourhood Credit Union Zehr’s Home Hardware Zehr Insurance/Kurtis Waymouth

TAVISTOCK TO HOST U21 MEN’S FASTPITCH CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIP - AUGUST 2-7, 2016

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The Tavistock Juniors are, from the left, kneeling: Justin Wagler, Travis Hyde, Bryn Wagler, Jake Wiffen, Deven Kropf, Travis Ramseyer, Angus Rowland, Carson Lamond; standing: Coach Paul Hyde, Dylan Taylor, Derek Wagler, Liam Laforest, Tristan Hohl, Jesse Deweerd, Alex Vandervoort, Tyson Zehr, Derek Hyde, Coach Chad Harmer, and Coach Kevin Zehr. The Tavistock Juniors are poised to host the 2016 U21 Men’s Canadian Fastpitch Championship in Tavistock from August 2-7, 2016. Although they are a Junior team, they will be playing against men’s teams from all over the country. Leading up to the tournament the team has made it to the finals in all four of their tournaments to date. They won the Peter Hallman Memorial Junior shoot out two weeks ago and finished fourth at the Provincials this past

weekend. As a result of the Provincial Eliminations, New Hamburg will be Ontario 1; Stratford will be Ontario 2; and Oshawa will be Ontario 3, joining the host Tavistock Juniors at the National Championship. With two teams from communities so close to Tavistock “this will certainly increase attendance throughout the day making the need for volunteers even more crucial,” said coach Zehr. Next week the Juniors

play the Czech Republic Jr. National team in Tavistock. They then play in the Cephas Roth Tournament in Tavistock starting Thursday, July 14 against the New York Gremlins.

Friday they play the Scarborough Force. These are two of the top five men’s teams in the world. Monday, Tavistock will play the Australian National Jr. team in Milverton at 7 p.m. Only 3-1/2 weeks remain and things are gearing up for the Nationals in Tavistock August 2-7. “We are expecting a very high fan turn out. We are very excited,” said co-coach Chad Harmer. The team is sponsored by Aberfoyle Snowmobile Ltd., Guelph. Good luck boys!

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Staff and a resident of peopleCare, Tavistock pose with some children who stopped by the refreshment stand Wednesday afternoon. From the left are in front, Ember King, Ruth Tattersall (in wheelchair), Ella King, Molly Bender, Ethan Bender, and Sophie Bender; and staff behind are Stacey Leis, Lindsay Marsh, Jenn Kairies, and Tammy Smith.

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS

PEOPLECARE CELEBRATES Staff at the peopleCare, Tavistock were challenged to hold six events as Random Acts of Kindness last week to celebrate Kindness Month. On Wednesday afternoon, June 29, 2016, residents handed out free lemonade

and ice tea at a drink stand outside the nursing home on William Street North. A group of staff and residents also walked around the neighbourhood with a travelling drink wagon to hand out to the community. In the morning they

handed out buttons at the Valu-mart and gave the children balloons. Staff was also participating in a food and toy drive and are working on a way to thank first responders for their dedication.

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BRINGING WILD ONTARIO TO THE TAVISTOCK FAIR

The Tavistock & Area Horticultural Society will be bringing Wild Ontario to the Tavistock Fall Fair on Saturday, September 10th from 1:30-4:30 p.m. in the Queen’s Park Pavilion. Wild Ontario is a liveanimal, environmental education program based at the University of Guelph. Wild Ontario delivers quality, fun, educational programs throughout Ontario. All of their programs include a visit from their live, non-releasable birds and their enthusiastic, knowledgeable volunteers and staff. Their birds arrive at the program as a result of a negative interaction with humans, and with them they serve the important purpose of educating and exciting people about nature and conservation. The afternoon promises to include many “mouth to beak” encounters. Whether it’s the beautiful, yellow eyes of an owl or the bald, wrinkly head of a vulture that captures your imagination, you’re sure to have a memorable experience.

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TAVISTOCK PUBLIC SCHOOL YEAR-END ASSEMBLY Tavistock Public School (TPS) will see some big changes next year. After five years as Principal, Mrs. Laurie James will be moving on to Central Public School,Woodstock. At the year-end assembly on Wednesday morning, June 29, 2016, Mrs. James said her goodbyes. Nicola Bankes, who has served at Plattsville Public School will be the new Principal. The school also said goodbye to two LTO teachers - Marci Rabe, Samantha Hayes, and

Educational Assistant Miss Fitch; as well as interim secretary Corinna Grevers. Melissa Crandall will return to the school’s front desk next year after a maternity leave. During the assembly, several awards were presented. The parent Volunteer Award was presented to Dr. Mary Rae Brennan on behalf of the Thames Valley District School Board. It is presented annually to the parent who has made a difference for students and

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Ryan Husk, BBA

Investment Advisor

HollisWealth, a Division of Scotia Capital Inc.

ryan.husk@holliswealth.com

10 Centennial Drive Tavistock, ON N0B 2R0 www.raymerfinancial.com

519-655-2700

HollisWealth is a trade name and division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. ® Registered Trademark of the Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license. Raymer Financial is a personal trade name of Andrew Raymer.

for achievement on School Council. Dr. Brennan was instrumental in organizing the Fun Fair Open House and brought pitas for the students every Friday. Also recognized were Mrs. Sara Ropp for the school Nutrition Program and School Council fundraising leaders Kim Hill and Kim Hutcheson. “They’re the handful of parents who do everything,” Mrs. James said. The Nancy Muir Award, presented on behalf of the school’s retired custodian, was presented to Evan Britton as “someone who helps around the school.” Also in attendance at the assembly was Tavistock Optimist Bike Rodeo chair Kris Zehr who presented two bicycles to the draw winners from the annual

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30th; Bill and Linda Ferguson, 41st . . . on July 13th Neely Lange is 4; Robert and Danielle McAuley mark their 3rd wedding anniversary . . . Brittany Himes is 17 July 14th; anniversaries for Ian and Jenny Christie, 9th; Christopher and Teresa Riehl, 15th . . . on

BILL GLADDING / TAVISTOCK GAZETTE

Principal Laurie James (centre) is leaving after 5 years at TPS. From the left are parent volunteers honoured at the assembly - Sara Ropp, Mary Rae Brennan, Kim Hill and Kim Hutcheson. Bike Rodeo. The winners were Beau Witzel, Grade

July 15th Brittney Gruber is 2; Robert and Jennifer Himes a 16th anniversary … Robert Bartlett is 14 July 16; Samuel Leis, 14; Luke and Deanne Gladding celebrate their 11th wedding anniversary; an 11th anniversary also for David and Brienne Faulhafer … on July 17th Sarah Roth is 2; Reverie Bender, 4; Laura Wettlaufer, 20; a 23rd wedding anniversary for Wayne and Krista Gummerson … Tristen Kurzatz is 19 July 18th; 7th wedding anniversaries for Ben and Amy Eby; John and Leanne Clark; Shane and Amanda Francois … on July 19th Ravyn Wencel is 5; Blake Douglas, 4; an anniversary for Ron and Joyce Hill; a first anniversary for Jared and Allyson Richards … Nyah Puklicz is 2 July 20th; Elizabeth Fenton, 15; Grace and Mark Kalbfleisch celebrate their 4th birthdays; Jon Wood, 15; a birthday for Brad Wettlaufer … on July 21st Madison Zehr is 5; anniversaries for Brett and Lisa Bartlett, 15th; Mark and Amanda Brenneman, 16th … Jacob Bergsma is 12 July 22nd; Brent and Heather Gingerich celebrate their anniversary … on July 23rd Jayde Kalbfleisch is 5; Landon Miller, 6; Ethan Spenler, 16; Seth Leis, 17; birthdays also for Cheryl Murray; and Eric Salese; anniversaries for Dave and Gwen King, 33rd; Jeffrey and Dustie Taylor, 5th . . . Kirsten Schultz is 18 July 24th; a birthday for Shirley Ramseyer … on July 25th Reid Kalbfleisch is one year old; a first wedding anniversary for Jeff and Andrea Van Nes … Camryn Berg is 15 July 26th; Shayne Steinacker, 16; Thomas Stolk, 14; Abigail McIntsoh, 9; anniversaries for Rodney and Erin Ramseyer, 2nd; Elliot and Amy Fung, 13th. Congratulations to all!

4, and Ruth-Anne Hall, of Grade 1. Gloria Wettlaufer spoke on behalf of the Tavistock Agricultural Society and the Fall Fair Ambassador urging the students to enter their produce, baking, and arts and crafts items in the fall exhibition. This year’s theme is “Nifty Fifties.” For this year’s Track and Field winners, medallions were handed out for three boys and three girls in each age category. The winners were: Bantam boys Keaton Bartlett, Carter Otto, Carter Roth; girls - Ashlynn Witt, Samantha Roth,

Beau Witzel; Junior boys Nathan Bast, Bo Schurink, Charlie Harnack; girls Reegan Ziegler, Jadalyn Yule, Callie Brenneman; Inermediate boys - Nick Raymer, Justin Roth, Marc Dionne; girls - Nicole Danen, Melia Britton, Brooklyn Lange; Senior boys - Brady Griffi, Dylan Haight, Kyle Burchatzki; girls - tie - Danielle Bast and Amy Danen, Patricia Suteu, Brianna Giroux; and Open boys - Carter Roth, Luke Hyde, Alex Dingwell; girls - Megan Bailey, Sarah Bailey, Kamryn Lamond.

Hickson Lions Daze

July 15 & 16, 2016 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FRIDAY, JULY 15

• 6-12:00 am Adult Lounge - Hickson Pavilion (pizza available) • 7-11:00 pm Co-Ed Baseball (Contact Chad 519-532-3616) Burgers and dogs available at the food booth. Home Run Derby preliminaries • 6-8:30 pm Auction Sale (donated items and baked goods greatly appreciated) Viewing 6-6:30 pm Auction starts 6:30 p.m. Contact Lawrence Clark 519-535-8222 for info • 7:30-7:45pm John Tipping Humanitarian Award Community member honoured for dedicated service. • Following Minute to Win-It - Come and cheer for your favourite the Auction community group to play our version of the TV game 8:30 pm for a donation to their favourite charity. Teams: Tavistock Assistance Program vs Hickson 4-H Club (defending champions)

SATURDAY, JULY 16 • All Day • 9-11am • 11am-1 pm • 11am-1am • 1-2 pm • 5-7 pm • 7pm-9pm

Co-Ed Baseball (Contact Chad 519-532-3616) Breakfast available at the pavilion. Holstein Buddy Bikes on the practice diamond. McMuffin Breakfast - Egg, ham & cheese on a bun, coffee/juice-$5.00: Profits to Service Dogs of Canada Family Fun - Firefighters demonstrations on the practice diamond. Adult Lounge - Hickson Pavilion Homerun Derby Finals: Come cheer for your slugger Dinner: Beef BBQ - Adults $17.00 / Kids 5-12: $8.00 Pre-School Free. Tickets contact Heather Lovie 519-462-1312 or any Lions member. Family Dance (Free Admission) Immediately following dinner.

BRING YOUR OLD USED PRESCRIPTION GLASSES TO BE RECYCLED.

Don’t forget the Hickson Firefighters and Lions Fish Fry Saturday, August 27, 2016

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A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE MOMENTS IN GAZETTE HISTORY (38 YEARS AGO)

FILE PHOTO / TAVISTOCK GAZETTE

Ladies' Bowling League Award Winners Article and photo from Wednesday, May 17, 1978

Saturday night the Tavistock Men’s and Ladies Bowling Banquet and Dance was held in the Memorial Hail bringing to an end the bowling season for 1977-78. Trophies and awards were presented to the individuals and teams, and among the winners of the Ladies League are shown above. Lana Hilderley, left, won the high triple trophy with her 777 score. Shirley Steinman, centre won the high single; with a 338 score. Pearl Wilker won the high average award with 208 and also had scored 338 on a single game. Winners of the winning team were the Polar Bears: Ardis Herman, Norma Cardiff, Elaine Vogt, Marie Paton, Jean Stere and subs, Connie Yausie, Mary Jane Wettlaufer, and Linda Wilker. Most Improved Bowler award went to Elaine Campbell. She improved her average by 31 points. Incoming executive for the next season will be Dianne Roth, president; Carol Mogk, vice president; Donna Stere, secretary and Nancy Kropf, treasurer.

Speakers at Village Manor share visit to South Africa By Mary Nicklas On Monday, June 6th twenty-four residents enjoyed coffee cake and fruit. Twenty nine residents attended the final luncheon of the season, June 15th. Buns, meat and cheese were served along with dessert provide by third floor residents. The last pot luck before the summer break was held Monday, June 27th. Verna Bender led in Grace and 37 residents and guests enjoyed the meal. President, Verna Bender, welcomed everyone to the Friendship Club meeting at 7:00 p.m. Joyce Zehr read the minutes of the May meeting and the treasurer’s report was given by Pearl Riley. Nelda Yantzie Kropf shared that four birthdays were celebrated in June

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STUDENT HELP DuPont Pioneer requires temporary labourers to assist in outdoor field activities; including corn pollination at the Corn Research Centre, located south of Tavistock, starting in July.

- James Cormack, Barb Roth, Eleanor Jenkins and Florence Schlegel. Reta Schumm led in the singing of Happy Birthday. Carl and Mary Nicklas and Gordon and Erma Bauman celebrated anniversaries this month. The guests for the evening were Paul and Glenna Roth, Heather and Adrian Konstant along with their seven-month-old daughter, Hayden. They presented an illustrated picture show entitled “Off to Cape Town, South Africa”, which showed an Elephant Park where they rode elephants and also showed many African penguins at Cape Town. Londolozi Game Rescue Resort consists of 500 acres of wild animals and they were able to drive through the resort in an open Jeep. They visited an orphanage in Matatiele where Paul and Glenna’s granddaughter, Zizipho, daughter of Adam and Esther Roth spent the first year of her life. They also enjoyed spending time with Adrian’s family at Pretoria. There were many questions asked about the climate and land terrain. Adrian, who was born in South Africa, serenaded the group with an African song.

OPTIMIST BIKE RODEO DRAW WINNERS

Competencies Required: • Minimum 15 years of age • Applicants must be able to work 6 days per week • Must be able to work additional hours when required • Reliable transportation to the site • Ability to perform physical, outdoor work

Grade 4 student Beau Witzel (left) and Grade 1 student Ruth-Anne Hall were lucky winners of the bicycle draw for the Optimist Club of Tavistock Annual Bike Rodeo. With them is school secretary Corinna Grevers.

To apply please fax resumé to 519-462-2733 or email resumé to annette.houthuyzen@pioneer.com by July 8th, 2016.

BILL GLADDING / TAVISTOCK GAZETTE

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The Tavistock Agricultural Society is honoured to be hosting the RCMP Musical Ride on Monday, August 15, 2016. The event will take place just east of the village. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m. with opening ceremonies at 6:00 p.m. Tickets for the show are $10 in advance or $12 at the gate. Children 6-14 years are $5.00 and children 5 and under get free admission. The show is rain or shine, with no refunds. Tickets are available at Tavistock Flooring, Yantzi Home Building Centre, or from any Agricultural Society member.

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PLEASE CHECK YOUR LABEL

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Please schedule your advertising and printing needs accordingly. The Gazette office will be closed for holidays from Friday, July 8 to Sunday, July 24, 2015, inclusive. There will be

SEWING & ALTERATIONS

NO EDITIONS on July 13th or 20th. Deadline for July 27 is July 25 at 12 noon.

Custom Apparel / Home Decor Wedding / Bridesmaids Call Julie at 519-655-2591

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DRIVE-CLEAN EMISSIONS CENTRE 27 Woodstock St. N., Tavistock

LAWN CARE

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Weed Control, Fertilizer, Rolling, Aerating, Overseeding, Top Dressing Call for Estimates Pete Bell: Phone 519-625-8080

• Prevent & Treat Muscular Disorder • Restore & Enhance Physical Well-Being • Massage Therapy • Reflexology Ph: 519-655-2512 for appt. or inquiries

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