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05 CAPTURED 06 TOWN OF LINCOLN NEW YEAR’S LEVEE 07 CAPTURING BETTER PHOTOS by Peeter Poldre 08 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 09 WINTER WINEFEST
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01: Moe at the Niagara Falls Sports Complex. 02: Orlando at Town of Lincoln's New Year’s Levee. 03: Andre, Guest Speaker & Environment Engineer at the Winona & District Men's Club Meeting. 04: Bill & Phil at the Winona & District Men's Club Meeting. 05: Chelsea at Town of Lincoln's New Year’s Levee. 06: Dave, Jeff, John & Chris at the Winona & District Men's Club Meeting.
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On Saturday, January 6th, at the Fleming Centre in Beamsville, Mayor Sandra Easton and Town of Lincoln Council, celebrated with the community at the New Year’s Levee and Family Skate. The community met their neighbours, chatted with the Mayor and Councillors and enjoyed a free skate. Local wine, beer and refreshments were served. It was a great time had by all.
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By Peeter Poldre, Photographer Always learning and striving to CAPTURE the next great photo!
FRAMING IN CAMERA
raming a subject in the camera is the deliberate effort by the photographer to include a “frame” for the subject. The photographer includes a frame by backing up or zooming out, but framing can also be done at the editing stage if the image has sufficient size and resolution to allow cropping. A frame brings attention to the subject and adds context. Frames can be naturally occurring (1) or man-made, such as arches or doorways (2). The frame itself can be in silhouette (3). Not all frames have to completely surround the subject (4). Tree branches are common frames for landscapes (5). Unusual frames can provide context for portraits (6).
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Niagara IceDogs vs. Saginaw Spirit at Meridian Centre meridiancentre.com
FEBRUARY 23 Grimsby Film Festival – Loving Vincent ∧ grimsby.ca
FEBRUARY 23 Harpdog Brown & The Travelin’ Blues Show stationonecoffeehouse.ca/events
FEBRUARY 24 YMCA Move For Kids ∧ moveforkids.ca
FEBRUARY 24 Coldest Night of the Year ∧ canada.cnoy.org
MARCH 2 Niagara IceDogs vs. Barrie Colts at Meridian Centre meridiancentre.com
MARCH 4 Niagara IceDogs vs. Peterborough Petes at Meridian Centre meridiancentre.com
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MARCH 11 Niagara IceDogs vs. Windsor Spitfires at Meridian Centre meridiancentre.com
MARCH 12-16 March Break ∧ grimsby.ca
MARCH 13 Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo at Grimsby Public Library grimsby.ca
MARCH 21 Grimsby: Beaches, Bakeries & Banks ∧ For more info, contact archives@grimsbyhistoricalsociety.com or call 905-309-0796
MARCH 31 Firehall Concert with Steve Strongman stationonecoffeehouse.ca/events
EVERY THURSDAY Board Game Club Drop-In at Grimsby Library ∧ grimsby.ca
APRIL 4 Winona & District Men’s Club Dinner Meeting For more info please contact Mark Wasilewski, President of Winona Men’s Club (905) 541-3882
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Winona & District Men’s Club Dinner Meeting For more info please contact Mark Wasilewski, President of Winona Men’s Club (905) 541-3882
APRIL 7 Johnny Reid Revival Live at Meridian Centre meridiancentre.com
APRIL 8-9, 22-23, 29-30 Get Fresh in the Valley 20valley.ca/site/get-fresh-in-the-valley
APRIL 23 Grimsby Library Author Series with Laurie Petrou & Jennifer Robson ∧ grimsby.ca
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WINEFEST Although it was a chilly weekend, many people attended the Winter Winefest that was held from January 12-14, in Jordan Village. The weekend schedule included a fashion show, live entertainment, a barrel challenge, icewine puck challenge, wine tasting and so much more. It was a fun filled weekend for all who attended.
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Mayor Sandra Easton & Ray Konkle
WITH RAY KONKLE WHO ARE YOU? NAME: Ray Konkle BIRTHPLACE: Beamsville
IF THE WHOLE COMMUNITY WERE LISTENING, WHAT WOULD YOU SAY?
WHERE DO YOU LIVE: Jordan
I would tell the community that “if it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.”
CAREER : Retired from farming & semi-retired from politics
WHAT DOES THE WORD COMMUNITY MEAN TO YOU?
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY AND PETS: My wife, Pat and I have a daughter, son and four amazing grand-children. We also have a black Labrador retriever, appropriately named Lincoln.
WHAT WOULD YOU DEEM YOUR GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT? Being supported by my family and the community in 30 years of politics is my greatest achievement.
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A community is more than one self, it is a collection of many races, creeds and beliefs of people living and working under common rules.
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST JOY OR SATISFACTION? Being part of a growing community, from around 13,000 to 21,000 in 20+ years, is a great joy of mine. As the former Mayor, I have brought satisfaction by trying to regulate change positively, as it impacts all of our lives in many different ways. I also really enjoy helping a person who may need a community’s support.
WHAT ARE SOME FUN FACTS ABOUT YOU?
WHO OR WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
- I really enjoy solving mechanical problems & building things just from an idea
The tenacity of the late Winston Churchill inspires me.
- I enjoy doing research or investigating proposals from developers, when they wished to bring change to the town - My first real job (besides working on fruit farms) was with J.B. Lamb and Co., (1958) in Hamilton, at $16.00 per week - I have been awarded “The commemorative Medal of the 125 Anniversary of Confederation,” “The Melvin Jones Fellow of Lions” & “The Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club” - I have worked for Dur-O-Wal (a concrete reinforcement Company), Columbus McKinnon (a chain manufacturer) & Nestle Food Corporation, in sales - I now sit on the board of a Non-Denominational Community Service Group, “The Village of Hope” for West Niagara.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE VACATION SPOT? My favourite vacation spot is Grey County because it is peaceful, less demanding and moves at a much slower pace.
WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN? The best advice I have been given is to become a good listener, before you open your mouth.
WHAT MAKES YOU LAUGH? I love comedy sitcoms that make us laugh at ourselves, such as All in The Family, Cheers, Fresh off The Boat & The Late-Night Show.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME? My all time favourite movie is The Sound of Music 1965.
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Many times, the official’s decision would be called into dispute by the players. Teams would constantly argue over disputed goals and sometimes accuse the home team of biased officiating. To solve the problem, Beamsville goaltender, Billy Fairbrother, dissatisfied about constant disputes about goals scored between the pipes, got some netting from a local fisherman friend and strung it between two posts. The players were immediately satisfied with the new system, as the net reduced the amount of arguments and kept games moving faster. Billy Fairbrother was soon credited for the idea by the Southern Ontario Hockey Association, which is now part of the Ontario Hockey Association. The Hockey Hall of Fame’s records indicate this happened in either 1897 or 1898. The idea rapidly spread, leading to the next development in the evolution of the hockey net in Montreal, where the first framed, portable hockey net was marketed in 1899. It is believed that Vosburgh took a hold of the idea and most likely worked with Fairbrother to fashion the first framed net in his Black Smith Shop in 1898. Hockey Hall of Fame’s records indicate the invention is from Montreal (by Art Ross & Co.), but many years after Billy Fairbrother’s death, sports writers for Toronto papers confirmed that, indeed, it was Billy who designed and used the first hockey goal net. Unfortunately, Billy didn’t patent his idea or profit financially from the sales of hockey nets that were sold around the world. We can be proud knowing this all originated through an idea from a young goaltender in Beamsville.
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Golfers enjoyed an informative workshop at the Niagara Falls Sports Complex on January 24th, with PGA Teaching Pro, Norm Moote and Strength Coach, Nathane Jackson. Norm and Nathane provided an in-depth look at how a golfer’s body affects their golf swing. Each golfer left with a free swing analysis and golf specific warm-up. Want to improve your golf game? This is the place to do it!
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Grimsby Historical Society held their monthly meeting on January 17th. It was an evening filled with show & tell. Folks brought in treasured items from days gone by, going back as far as 400 years. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 21st at 7:30 pm at the Carnegie Building in Grimsby. The topic will cover The Life and Times of Joseph Brant.
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LOOKING FOR OUR
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omma Pumpkin gave birth to 6 babies on Halloween, a few days after arriving in our care. Her babies are now weaned except for one which she decided to keep as her companion bunny and both are now ready to find forever homes of their own. Pumpkin is a sensitive soul who is shy, calm, friendly and loving. She doesn’t like to be picked up and is fearful of dogs. If there are dogs or cats in the home she just needs to be kept in a room where she can get away from them and have her own safe space. Mama Pumpkin must be adopted with her son Hobbs, to whom she is bonded. HOBBS is funny, playful, curious and friendly. Hobbs is black with orange flecks and has a unique mohawk on his face! He needed extra care from his foster momma as a baby and we are all so proud that he pulled through and is such a gem now! He’s well socialized, used to the normal busy-ness of a home and talkative small dogs.
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PUMPKIN was part of a group of several dozen domestic bunnies that were let loose in a west end neighbourhood in St. Catharines. Volunteers from several bunny rescue organizations have safely caught these bunnies and brought them to safety so they can be spayed/neutered and find excellent forever homes. Luckily, Pumpkin was caught just a few days before she gave birth so her babies knew a long life of love & safety rather than a short, frightened life on the streets. Pumpkin has come a long way herself and looks forward to this new chapter! Now where is that perfect home?! Adoption is $30 each. Email SmallAnimals@LCHS.ca to apply to adopt OR foster. Foster homes are provided with habitat, supplies and med care. To meet Momma Pumpkin & Hobbs, or any of the other adoptable pets, please visit our shelter. Mon to Fri - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
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LITERACY DAY Article by: Grimsby Public Library
On January 27th, the Grimsby Public Library was buzzing as families from all over the community visited for their 5th Annual Phelps Homes Family Literacy Day. This yearly event is aimed at encouraging parents to explore play-based literacy activities to share with kids at home. There was an Obstacle Course, Balloon Animals, Face Painting, Puppet Theatre and tons of other activities! Authors Lacey Bakker & Tamara Botting shared their own special activities to encourage reading and learning at home. The first big Library event of 2018 was one for the books!
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On January 25th, in partnership with Park Public School Council, the Grimsby Public Library welcomed beloved children’s book author, Eric Walters, to talk books with an eager crowd of all ages. The young patrons couldn’t have been more excited to hear all about his life and inspirations first hand. Eric brought a wonderful presentation, full of amazing pictures, cool facts about himself and the experiences that led him to write his most loved stories. The Library would like to thank Eric for visiting of the Town of Grimsby and for taking the time to sign copies of his books for fans. What a great experience! 01: Nancy, Eric Walters, Hollyce & Kathryn. 02: Eric Walters with Matthew, Luke & Julia. 03: The Crowd. 04: Eric Walters signing books.
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School Life GRIMSBY
SECONDARY SCHOOL As semester 2 begins there are many exciting things happening at Grimsby Secondary School. We begin another semester of learning that will be enhanced by the myriad of opportunities available to our students, inside and outside of the classroom. Our big news in January was the announcement that the DSBN has purchased land for our new school. The new school will be built on 20 acres of land on King Street near the Grimsby/Lincoln border. The plot of land on King Street is below the escarpment and is a central location to where the majority of students live. We can’t wait to see the plans and drawings! Some of our students are getting involved in “Book Love” projects. They have gone to the library or to a bookstore to find a book to read and are working on a variety of projects that they find very interesting. Author Penny Kittle was concerned about students who were not interested in reading and wrote a book that has inspired many students and teachers to think about reading in a different way. “I believe each of my students must craft an individual reading life of challenge, whim, curiosity, hunger, and I’ve discovered that it is not too late in high school to lead a non-reader to reading. It’s never too late.” -Penny Kittle, Book Love, 2013. Our four Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs are providing a wide variety of opportunities for our students to focus on an area of interest and earn a red seal on their diploma. We have SHSM’s in Construction, Manufacturing, Arts & Culture and Health & Wellness. Students take courses in grades 11 and 12 that focus on the area of interest, earn certifications, engage in a number of experiential learning opportunities and take a Co-op course in a related field of study. This is another cruise year for our music students and this year they will be travelling to the Mediterranean. They will perform on the cruise ship throughout the week as part of the on-board ship entertainment. They have been practicing very hard all year preparing for this amazing opportunity. The drama students have been involved in one-act plays, the grade 9 students are preparing an original play for the SEARS drama festival. Students in the visual art and photography classes are preparing pieces for display in the annual art gallery exhibits. Winter sports are well underway and we are looking forward to some great competition throughout the season. We will see many of our students competing at Zone and SOSSA and some will make it to OFSAA. Basketball, swimming and rowing are a few of the activities. We enjoyed hosting the Niagara Regional Police (NRP) basketball team in December. We celebrated our successful “Family Food and Gift Hamper” drive for the Grimsby Benevolent Fund with an afternoon punctuated by GSS vs. NRP basketball.
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As we begin the new semester, students are setting goals for themselves to strive for success in all they do. Co-op placements are being arranged, new schedules are being followed and as always, we are achieving success together!
S. Scott Principal
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HIGH SCHOOL Eden is happy to announce that we are applying for a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Business. Students enrolled in SHSM focus on a career path that matches their skills and interests while meeting the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students receive the SHSM seal on their diploma when they: - Complete a specific bundle of 8-10 courses in the student’s selected field - Earn valuable industry certifications including first aid and CPR qualifications - Gain important skills on the job through cooperative education placements SHSMs are a good choice for Grade 11 and 12 students who are heading for apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace and for students wanting to identify, explore and refine their career goals and make informed choices about their next steps after secondary school. Students currently enrolled in Eden’s SHSM Construction visited Niagara College and Mohawk College in January to tour their trades and technology facilities. Athletic teams are in full gear this winter season. Both girls’ ice hockey teams are enjoying league and tournament play action - having two full girls’ teams has provided the opportunity for many students to enjoy competition on the ice this winter. Junior boys’ ice hockey has also been enjoying tournament play with a committed group of grade 9 and 10 students. Junior and Senior girls’ volleyball teams are again challenging the field to remain on top of their division in league play, while enjoying weekly tournaments in schools across southern Ontario. Boys’ basketball teams are enjoying great results in their league play as well, with the junior boys leading their division. Students on both the swimming and wrestling teams are enjoying excellent results in their individual pursuits, with many competitors preparing for their OFSAA competition in March. Playoffs start next semester after the exam break and many teams have a lot to be proud of heading into the tail end of their season. In January, just before the exam period, students took it upon themselves to learn strategies to try to improve their exam outcomes. Attending the Exam Writing Strategies Workshop demonstrated a growth mind-set and built student resilience. Students learned how to make stress their friend rather than their enemy. Exams come twice a year and the more personally prepared students are at this stressful time, the better their
academic outcomes will be. Staff from Student Success and Special Ed presented the workshop as part of their ongoing services. Student Success provides support by offering studying, note-taking tips and assistance with organization and assignment completion. Special Ed work in conjunction with teaching staff to support students with Individual Education Plans. The workshop was a joint effort by the Student Success and Special Ed Department and the Wellness Initiative at Eden called Eden Talks. Grade 10 English students at Eden participated in making moccasins for The Moccasin Project, a national campaign to raise awareness about child apprehension impacting Indigenous children in Canada. After reading literature written by Indigenous authors, students were inspired to get involved by making 30 pairs of moccasins to donate to this project. All the moccasins will go to Indigenous children affected by the child welfare system of Canada.
Sharon Burns Principal
BEAMSVILLE DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL
February brings a fresh start for secondary school students across Ontario, and at BDSS our students look forward to seeing the results of their hard work during the first semester when report cards come out, and to their new semester two classes as well. The improving weather of semester two brings with it a wide array of spring sports including soccer, rugby and track and field, as well as our year end music department concerts and graduation celebrations.
WRESTLING In wrestling action, the Bucs have been busy racking up medals in preparation for the Zone, SOSSA and OFSAA championships in February and March. Results: Sam Adams won gold medals at Bishop Ryan Invitational, Eden, Thorold, Craig Kielburger and Blessed Trinity tournaments. Sam has worked her way up to be a top tier player at 51kg and she will be a favorite to contender for the gold at the OFSSA championships this year. Geet Chahill won two silver medals this year and is coming on strong just at the right time.
Gracie Groulx won a silver medal performance at Eden, where she nearly defeated the defending OFSAA champ. She will be the X-Factor at this year’s qualifying events, with the ability to upset anyone who stands in her way. Issa Hatu won a silver medal at Eden and Thorold. Issa displayed grit and toughness battling his way in one of this year’s toughest weight classes, he will be a factor at the Zone and SOSSA championships, looking for his first trip to OFSAA. Jess Tillmans won a gold medal at Thorold. Jess is the defending OFSAA bronze medalist and is looking to take the step up the gold medal match at this year’s OFSAA championships. Maddy Obrien won a silver medal at Blessed Trinity. Maddy is always in the mix to compete for the gold medal and a tough competitor at every tournament. - Zone championships take place on February 15 at Blessed Trinity - SOSSA championships take place on February 22 at Thorold SS - OFSAA championships take place on March 5, 6, 7 at UofWindsor
TURKEY DINNER Our BDSS Music Department held their 37th Annual Turkey Dinner Fundraiser on December 8. The Hogwarts themed night included a Turkey Dinner, a Silent Auction and Concert performed by the talented musicians of BDSS. The money fundraised at this event will go to help support the music program here at BDSS. Up next for the music department will be a trip to Florida, where they will be visiting the Disney & Universal Parks. This fortunate group of students will gain performance experience, attend workshops and attend various musical shows within the two parks. An incredible opportunity for our BDSS students that is supported by our BDSS community.
ROWING Returning from our break, the rowing team has been hard at work. They have started their indoor conditioning and have spent some time training at Brock University at the indoor rowing tank. Up first for the Bucs Rowers are two Ergometer Regattas. The Rudenkrieg Regatta, which will be hosted here at BDSS on February 24. Following that, the Bucs will compete at the Provincial Ergometer Championships, March 3 at Ridley College. The rowers are hoping to be on the water over March Break, preparing for their first outdoor Regatta, The Mother’s Day Regatta held at Henley Island, in St.Catharines.
Reet Chahill won gold and silver so far. Reet battled back from an early season injury this year and again is one of the top competitors at 54kg for boys in the province.
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School Life TRIVIA NIGHT
T H E 1 2 D AY S O F G I V I N G
On March 2nd, BDSS will host its 3rd annual Trivia Night Fundraiser. This is a licensed event hosted by BDSS, with all funds raised going back to student activity. The trivia is pop culture based and is always a lot of fun for all in attendance. The cost is $20 per ticket or $160 per table and there will be some silent auction items up for grabs as well. Pizza, snacks and light refreshments are included with entry. Please contact Kelly Bolibruck (Kelly.bolibruck@dsbn.org) to purchase tickets or visit the school website at beamsvilless.dsbn.org for more information. This year we will seek out community sponsorship for each round of trivia. If your business has any interest in supporting the students of BDSS please, contact Kelly.
Throughout the month of December, Blessed Trinity’s Student Council presented the Twelve Days of Giving that included all students and faculty. To participate in the different activities, each individual had to make a two-dollar donation or donate a non-perishable food item. This was the second year incorporating the twelve days of giving into Blessed Trinity’s exciting Christmas activities. It continues to be a great success!
Mat Miller Principal, BDSS
BLESSED TRINITY
SECONDARY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS MEMORIES Blessed Trinity hosted their annual Christmas concert on December 15th, 2017. This night was called “Christmas Memories,” where student’s childhood memories student family Christmas photos were highlighted during the concert. There were about 120 talented students involved ranging from grades nine to twelve supported by 3 staff members. A special highlight from the concert was the premiere of a brand new Christmas song, called “A Canadian Christmas.” Blessed Trinity’s Music Department and programs worked closely with a composer named Suresh Singaratnam, who made a special appearance at the concert. The choir decided to learn this song with only 3 rehearsals before the concert and it was a big success. This song has received great attention from outside the Grimsby community, and has over 600 views on YouTube! Singaratnam hopes for, “A Canadian Christmas” to become a standard Canadian Christmas song in the near future and for all Canadians to know, like they know any other traditional carol. There were many different groups, which performed at this wonderful concert. The first groups included the grade nine class band, four grade eleven and twelve small ensembles, then Jazz Choir and Jazz Band. Following this was the Band, Junior Band, Drum Line and many great solo performances. The drama class also put on a small play! All performers did a phenomenal job creating a nostalgic Christmas evening of music. Approximately 250 people attended the event. Donations of non-perishable food items for the Grimsby Benevolent Fund were collected at the door and the Music Program was very happy to be able to help give back to our community. You can hear the Blessed Trinity Music Program at the 20th Annual Spring Concert on June 1st, 2018. Everyone is welcome!
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Blessed Trinity was able to raise $1,000 in donations and a vast amount of nonperishable food items. With this money, Student Council purchased toys for the McMaster Sick Kids Hospital toy drive. Along with the non-perishable foods items donated during the 12 Days of Giving, Blessed Trinity had their annual Christmas Toy and Food Drive, which was a great success as well. All items raised were donated to the Grimsby Benevolent Fund. This was a fantastic contribution to our community. In support of the Grimsby Benevolent Fund, Student Council and other Blessed Trinity students and faculty members, partnered with the Grimsby community and volunteered their time to sort food for the Christmas Food Drive at Trinity United Church. Following this, Student Council and other Blessed Trinity students travelled to Lincoln Park Retirement Residence, where they assisted the residents in building gingerbread houses together. The Christmas activities for the Blessed Trinity student body were numerous and included Secret Santa, where students could sign up to participate in a school wide version of the classic Christmas tradition. In addition to Secret Santa, Candy Grams were sold. Candy Grams are messages from fellow students with a Candy Cane treat attached. Then for a scrumptious treat, cookie decorating was held in the cafeteria. A fan-favourite for students and teachers alike, Christmas hat and sock day and ugly Christmas sweater day, brought a festive vibe to the BT hallways. On the final day of the week, Christmas Crafts were created on lunches. These fun crafts were then used to decorate the cafeteria in order to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. During the last week before Christmas break, there were many more great activities. This included Christmas Karaoke and Trivia, followed by pictures with Santa and hot coca in the cafeteria. On the final day before the Christmas holidays, Blessed Trinity hosted their annual Christmas Talent Show. There were many talented individuals who gave amazing performances. The 12 Days of Giving was yet another great success and Blessed Trinity hopes to continue this tradition in the future. Blessed Trinity Articles Written by: Emma Holloway
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