As a show of respect and honour, a group of area residents placed 650 Canadian Flags beside the graves of veterans resting in the Paris Cemetery and the Mount Hope Cemetery in Brantford. Known as the ‘No Stone Left Alone’ movement, Kim & Steve Long have been placing flags on graves of Soldiers since 2010. The flags are supplied by MP Larry Brock’s office. Approximately 120 flags were placed in the Paris Cemetery on Thursday evening. In addition to Kim & Steve, they received help from their daughters Emilie and Rachel Long, and family and friends, Taylor Simmons, Shelly, Krista, Merissa and Breanna Punter, Trevor & Terri Comeau, Tad & Peggy Dreyer and Bob Hollingsworth The Brantford Brant Sea Cadets also joined the effort. See our Paris Remembrance Day photos on pages 6 7
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BURFORD CHRISTMAS
BAZAAR TODAY
Saturday, November 12th , from 9 4pm at the Burford Legion 4 Park Avenue FREE ADMISSION food donations appreciated supporting FEEDBRANT
PARIS COMMUNITY SAFETY GROUP
MEETING - Monday, November 14th , at the Brant County OPP detachment (67 Bethel Road) at 7 pm. This is a reporting and discussion meeting, all are welcome to attend.
PARIS QUILTING BEES - November 16th , Welcome Robin Bogaert, of "Quilting in the Loft" as guest speaker at the meeting on Wednesday, November 16th. Robin will speak about her "Quilting Journey", from her hand quilting roots to her machine quilting enthusiasm, traditional to modern styles. The Paris Quilting Bees meet on the third Wednesday of each month, from September to June at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at the Paris Fairgrounds (with the exception of Jan. & Feb., held via Zoom), For more information, contact parisquiltingbees@gmail.com
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TIME FOR ‘ME’ RETREAT! -
November 20th, at Five Oaks. Mark it in your calendar: Time for Me! Join Anna Carter for a day retreat that restores joy to your body, mind, and spirit. The beautiful energy of nature at Five Oaks will embrace you as you engage in activities that invite you to focus on yourself and what brings joy. https://fiveoaks.venue360.me/pub lic/events/homepage...
COUNTY OF BRANT LIBRARY PRESENTS WWI HISTORY - Wednesday, November 23rd , at 7 PM at the Canadian Military Heritage Museum (347 Greenwich Street, Brantford), and learn about those from the area who served in the First World War and the battlefields they fought on in Belgium and France. This program is free and takes place in person. Register at ow.ly/inRX50LsvEl or connect with your local branch to sign up with staff.
KIWANIS CLUB
CHRISTMAS PARTY -
December 13th , at 6:30 PM. The members of the Kiwanis Club of Paris Brant will hold their annual Christmas party and auction at the Paris Legion #29. The event will be catered by the Legion and Cheesecake on the Go. Friends and guests are invited to join in the fun!
If you wish to attend, write to kiwanisparisbrant@gmail.com to order your meal.
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Tim Hortons gives BCHS Foundation
$19,323 reasons to smile!
Profits from Smile Cookie Campaign will benefit the Willett
By Casandra Turnbull
This year’s smile cookie campaign not only brought a smile to those who purchased the baked treat, but also to the BCHS Foundation who was the lucky recipient of this year’s profits.
On Thursday afternoon, representatives from the Tim Hortons restaurants on Dundas Street East, Rest Acres Road and Grand River Street North, were at the Willett to present a cheque for $19,323 to the BCHS Foundation, proceeds from the fall 2022 cookie campaign that
ran from September 19 25 The popular cookie campaign was launched by Tim Hortons in 1996, originally raising funds for Hamilton Children’s Hospital. Since then, the annual charitable campaign supports local charities of choice With the $1 chocolate chip cookie purchase, 100% of proceeds go to a charitable foundation in your community Locally, this fundraiser has garnered more than $155,000 in support of the Willett over the last 18 years, confirmed Crystal Godwaldt, Associate Director, Development of the BCHS
Foundation
“The BCHS Foundation is so appreciative of our local Tim Hortons restaurant owners for the many times they have invested in, and advocated for, our healthcare system,” said Godwaldt She added their leadership has allowed the Foundation to purchase essential equipment, including a portable ultrasound, slit lamp, ECG machine and vital sign monitors to benefit the Willett.
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Pictured: Krista Steenburgh Dunsmore, Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation Board Member, Ken McNaughton, Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation Board Member, Rick Bowler, owner of Tim Hortons at 1084 Rest Acres Road, Wesley Mik, owner of Tim Hortons restaurants located at 151 Dundas Street East and 304 Grand River Street North and Marilyn Sewell, Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation Board Member. Submitted photo
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The Willett supports community health services in Paris. It houses the Urgent Care Centre, diagnostic imaging services and a transitional care unit. The Urgent Care Centre is an acute care facility staffed by doctors and nurses providing care for non emergent conditions It serves approximately 20,000 patients each year. Thanks to this year’s campaign success, $19,000 will be earmarked for a special BCHS Foundation goal to raise $350,000 to cover the cost of new radiology/x-ray equipment. An upgrade to this area of the Willett is vitally important to keep up with ever changing technology. Much of the current equipment was purchased in 2004 when the multi purpose radiology/x ray room was installed at the Willett Nearly 20 years later, that equipment is limiting the services that can be offered in Paris. Upgraded technology will enable residents to access services right in their community, rather than commute to Brantford; it will improve image quality and ergonomics for patients and technologists; and it will speed up turn around time for results. If you missed out on your chance to help the BCHS Foundation and the Willett through the Cookie Campaign, you still have time to support local healthcare through the holiday campaign: Hope for Healthcare. Each November and December the Foundation canvases the Brant County and Brantford communities to raise awareness of, and donations for, local healthcare. This year’s focus will be bringing in funds for the Emergency Department redevelopment project, as well as patient equipment for the BCHS. “Redeveloping the existing Emergency Dept at the Brantford General Hospital and investing in new patient equipment is critical to ensuring our local healthcare system remains strong and able to serve our rapidly growing community,” said Godwaldt. “The Ontario Ministry of Health does not cover the entire cost of the redevelopment and the BCHS Foundation needs to raise and
contribute in excess of $8 million to cover a portion of renovation expenses, and to purchase medical equipment needed for the new space.” Watch for the Brantford General and the Willett to sparkle with blue each evening this December to signify hope, wellness and resilience The blue illumination will be a show of recognition and appreciation for all BCHS staff who worked tirelessly through the pandemic, Godwaldt confirmed.
“These lights also shine in thanks to the sponsors and community donors who have made a gift to transform emergency care at the BCHS.” The emergency room at the Brantford General serves more than 58,000 patients annually. The Emergency Dept redevelopment will include important enhancements such as new entrances, a new waiting area, an extended stay zone and an indigenous healing suite And once again this year, thanks to the generosity of Massilly North America, your contribution will be matched up to $100,000, doubling your gift and support. To learn more or to make a donation, visit https://www.bchsysfoundation.org/hopeforhealthc are/
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Immediate right: The Paris Fire Fighters flank the Cenotaph to pay their respects
Far right: Ms. Hietaakka, one of the Brantford Sea Cadets from 135 Admiral Nelles, standing vigil
PARIS REMEMBERS
Above: The Paris Port Dover Pipe Band leads the parade to the Cenotaph to begin the ceremony
Left: Paris Legion President Don MacLeod lays a ceremonial wreath
Right: Jennifer Budd leads the crowd in the singing of our National Anthem
Photos by: Cynthia Whelan
Far left: Paris Guides, Scouts and the local Sea Cadets were part of the ceremony.
Immediate left: The rain didn’t stop a large crowd from gathering at the Cenotaph for the first in person public ceremony since the start of the pandemic
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PARIS REMEMBERS
Left: Veterans take part in the laying of wreaths; Right: Katherine Wight of the Paris Guiding Group, presents a wreath in honour of her relative Thomas Turnbull of Paris
Left: Paris Legion President Don MacLeod escorting more wreath presenters
Right: James Schram appropriately pins a poppy to a wreath just as his father has taught him to do.
Left: Mayor David Bailey presents the wreath on behalf of the County of Brant
Right: Bugle player & Paris Legion Treasurer Geoff Adeney performs the Last Post, which is associated almost exclusively with military funerals and Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Below: The parade marches out to end the ceremony
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Police looking for suspect in Northville Pharmacy robbery
(BRANT COUNTY, ON) Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit are investigating a robbery that occurred at a pharmacy in the north end of Paris Wednesday afternoon.
On November 9, 2022, at approximately 2:30 p.m. members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a robbery at Northville Pharmacy in the commercial plaza Grand River Street North near Trillium Way.
An unidentified suspect attended the pharmacy and demanded narcotics while brandishing what appeared to be a firearm. The suspect fled the business shortly afterwards with an unknown quantity of narcotics There were no reported injuries
The suspect was observed entering a grey SUV that was last seen driving westbound on Trillium Way.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the County of Brant OPPDetachment at 1 888 310 1122.
Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at wwwcrimestoppersbb com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Three Rest Acres Road businesses victims of break and enter
Three Paris businesses were broken into, and their cash drawers were stolen early Sunday morning.
On November 6 at around 7:18 a.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported break and enter at a business on Rest Acres Road in Paris. The entry was discovered when employees reported to work in the morning. Shortly after the initial call, police received similar calls from two additional businesses in the same commercial area.
Police have determined an unknown suspect entered the businesses between 3:30 a m and 4 a m by
smashing the glass of the front doors Once inside, the suspect removed cash drawers from each business. The suspect left the area in a dark coloured SUV driven by a second unknown person.
Police are asking residents in the Arlington Parkway and Newstead Road area to check any security systems for suspicious activity in the area early Sunday morning. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the County of Brant OPP Detachment at 1 888 310 1122.
Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime
Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.crimestoppersbb.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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County of Brant OPP are looking for this suspect wanted in the Northville Pharmacy robbery on Wednesday afternoon.
County’s Chief Administrative Officer resigns
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Michael Bradley will be resigning his position later this year after 10 years with the County of Brant. Bradley will be exploring other employment opportunities
“It has been an honour to serve the community in my various capacities here at the County,” said Bradley. “Working with such a dedicated Council and a talented municipal staff has been an amazing experience and I am very grateful to have been a part of such a great team ” The CAO is the most senior staff member at the County and reports directly to County Council Prior to becoming CAO in early 2018, Bradley was Deputy CAO and previously General Manager of Corporate Services. Bradley took over the CAO position from Paul Emerson who retired after serving as CAO for eight years.
Mayor David Bailey thanked Bradley for his leadership and assistance over the past four years, noting that Bradley has helped Council achieve many objectives since the 2018 election which included creating and implementing a new County Strategic Plan. “While we are sad to see Michael leave, we take solace in the fact that we have a great senior team here at the County who will help Council through the transition period as we recruit for a new CAO,” said Mayor Bailey. “I am looking forward to opening this new chapter in my career, and I will certainly support County Council in any way I can to make this transition period as smooth as possible,” said Bradley.
County Council will meet shortly to discuss a process to select a new CAO.
Do you want to craft a holiday card for a Canadian service member?
The County of Brant Library is offering residents a chance to craft a holiday message to a member of the Canadian Armed Forces as a way to spread joy and comfort this holiday season
You can visit the Burford Branch at 24 Park Ave, Burford, and utilize their crafting and card making supplies to create a card (or two!) and send your well wishes and thanks to Canada's service members. A box is available for you to place finished cards inside.
If you can't make it to the Burford branch, but want
to send a greeting, drop your own card off at your local branch and staff will send it to Burford for you. Cards must be received by Monday, December 5 to be mailed. Library staff want to thank you for helping create a special gift for those unable to return home this season.
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Playful Fox Productions celebrates 5th anniversary with tribute to legendary composer Stephen Sondheim
Don’t miss your chance to catch ‘Into the Woods’ at the #forParis Centre
Submitted Release: In less than two weeks’ time, Playful Fox Productions, fresh off their lauded performance of ‘The Hobbit’, will be returning to the #ForParis Centre to finish their 5th anniversary year with a production of Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Into the Woods’!
As tribute to the Tony Award Winning maestro, the date of the second show will fall on the one year anniversary of the passing of the musical giant (and yes, there are giants in the show too)
“When Sondheim passed, it marked a great loss for the theatre community,’” says Director Malakai Fox. “For days, even weeks after, there was an outpouring of tributes and stories that went out from all over the world on social media as a testament to the indelible imprint that he had Personally, myself and Marissa [Wilson Fox] were greatly affected by this loss, and we wanted to honor him the best way we knew how. We had wanted to do ‘Into the Woods’ since even before we began Playful Fox Productions but kept pushing it off. When he passed, we knew we had to stop making excuses and step into this undertaking with gusto.”
Hanging with Cinderella's Step Family: Florinda (Melissa Huson), Stepmother (Daphne Clarke), Lucinda (Brittany Snow) as Playful Fox Productions presents ‘Into the Woods’ later this month at the Paris Presbyterian Church. Photo courtesy of Bethany Joan Photography
Fox, who is also returning to the role of Cinderella’s Prince, is joined by an alumni of Playful Fox Production performers ranging from local talent to former professionals all over the province of Ontario. Once again, this production is sponsored by Jackie McDonald Real Estate. This show will be both a celebration of the 5th year anniversary of Playful Fox, who began their time in Brantford/Brant County with Jesus Christ Superstar and have since gone on to great acclaim within the community for their many high quality shows and
performers, as well as a personal tribute to the legendary composer. “The response for this show has been immense and we are beyond grateful Our original release of tickets has already sold out for our weekend shows and we had to release a small secondary amount just to accommodate. As we grow as a company, hundreds of people are choosing not only to come once, but to return to our shows consistently, and that is something we cannot express enough gratitude for,” said Fox
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Above, The Witch (Karyn Monk) pleads with Rapunzel (Melissa Kuipers) and below Marissa Wilson Fox as Cinderella.
Photos by Marissa Wilson-Fox (above) and Bethany Joan Photography (below)
Into The Woods, a very popular and often performed show in the community scene, weaves several Brothers Grimm fairy tales into one sweeping narrative, telling the stories of such iconic characters as Little Red Riding Hood (Caelan Mildford), Jack of the Beanstalk (Rob Curwain), and Cinderella (Marissa Wilson Fox), a fitting premise for a company who have brought to the area several beloved Disney musical productions such as ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast’.
Shannon Wijnker, whom past audience members will remember for her starring role in Pirates of Penzance last May, writes: ‘I absolutely love how Sondheim has woven these fairytales together to bring us a story that resonates still today’. When casting for the show, Playful Fox opted to cast through special invite to their alumni only. ‘This show is the culmination not just of the amazing talent in the area but the family of talented performers/volunteers we have been fortunate enough to build in the last few years. I can honestly say that we would not have made it here and hopefully beyond without every person who has ever stepped through our doors. So, from the bottom of my heart, if you ever stepped on stage with us, worked backstage, sold a ticket, bought a ticket, put up a poster, shared a post or helped in any way, Thank you! This show is for all of you as well It’s because of you we have been able to grow,” says Fox. And grow they have, the company has already announced their entire 2023 lineup of shows including: A Few Good Men by Aaron Sorkin, Disney’s Mary Poppins, Peter Pan, Frank Wildhorn’s Jekyll and Hyde, and PUFFS, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic by Matt Cox. Patrons can expect a full cast list announcement for the first three shows soon with over 40 members of the theatre community scene involved onstage throughout the first half of the season While speaking of the alumni and the talent in their current show, stage manager Lenore Brooks (no slouch to the theatre scene throughout the area and beyond) stated, “I am continuously surprised at the sheer talent that is in this area. [Into the Woods is] A really ambitious play that is coming together to make you laugh and gasp. It is not to be missed!’. Make sure you do not miss your chance to journey into the woods from November 25 27 at the #ForParis Centre. Limited tickets are still available, but they are going fast! Visit wwwpfpwoods eventbrite ca
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JINGLE BELL NIGHT
Annual Jingle Bell weekend kick-starts the holiday season
By Carolina Saenz
The holiday season is here! And with it comes the most wonderful time of the year in Paris: The Jingle Bell Weekend! Organized by the Downtown Paris BIA, the weekend of November 18th to November 20th is dedicated to all things festive and is guaranteed to put you into the holiday spirit, if you aren’t already counting down the days! Make sure you head downtown next weekend for late night and tax free shopping, live music, and festive deals and contests at participating downtown retailers. Starting with the traditional Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Cobblestone Commons at 7pm on the Friday, this weekend is your chance to cross some items off your Christmas list and soak up some small town community spirit while supporting local To incorporate a local touch to what’s quickly becoming a popular community tradition, one lucky person will get to light up the community Christmas tree This year, you can enter a colouring contest and the winner will flip the switch on the tree of lights. You can pick up a colouring sheet at from The Attic Interiors, Baby B Home, and The Paris Bohemian Gallery and enter your finished masterpiece by November 15 for a chance to win. The winner will be announced at 6 pm that day. In terms of specific deals and offers from participating retailers, every shop is unique and worth visiting “Every downtown business will be doing their individual in store festive feature. It will be a great weekend to shop local and discover all the amazements our downtown has to offer,” shares Katherine Pickering from The Paris Bohemian Gallery on William Street. Pickering will have a giveaway game, treats, and free gift wrapping at her gallery, which features a wonderful collection of local artists and a unique variety of gift options to please everyone on your list. Also located on William Street is the beautiful SLV&CO boutique This gem of a store offers a great selection of holiday wear, slippers, gloves, blouses, jeans, and vegan purses. It also has a variety of items on sale, and plus sizes available. The boutique will be offering an amazing 20% off in store and online all weekend.
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The tree lighting ceremony (above) is always popular, as are the Royal Princesses, pictured with Mayor David Bailey Photos by Michelle Malvaso
JINGLE BELL NIGHT
The Paris Firefighter’s Club will be at Jingle Bell Night, as pictured to the left, to collect new toy donations to contribute to the Paris Community Christmas Hamper program.
“I take the stress off the shopper and provide my experience and passion in suggesting styles and sizes that are designed to make you feel like a million bucks,” shares SLV&CO’s Shelby McCutcheon. For those looking to give the gift of pampering, look no further than Fizz Soakery Shop for all your favourite bath products tax free, including festive bath bombs, candles, home decor, and even gift baskets
“Last year was a huge success and we are really looking forward to seeing everyone out again! We hope everyone will make their way down to Fizz Soakery for some shopping and we might even have some delicious hot apple cider to warm you up,” writes Courtney McColl.
Over at The Gem Marketplace, the renovated former silent movie theatre features a variety of independent vendors including Crystal Whisperer, Under the Oak Tree, Grandriver shirts, Luna's Doghouse, and an upcoming new shop called Neon Nyan. They will be offering tax-free shopping as well as their own festivities. Anne Wilson from Crystal Whisperer will be offering a gift with purchases over $30 in addition
to tax-free shopping of all crystals, incense, handcrafted jewelry, leather journals, singing bowls, and other spiritual items.
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A display at Wincey Mills during the 2021 Jingle Bell Night.
All photos by Michelle Malvaso
JINGLE BELL NIGHT
So take a stroll and enjoy this Parisian tradition to ring in the holidays. Don’t forget to visit as many participating retailers as possible and fill out a ballot with each purchase for your chance to win a $500 downtown shopping spree. Additional retailers that can’t be missed include
From The Attic Interiors, Baby B Home, Impakt Studio (offering 25% off Aveda products), and the Wincey Mills.
“On behalf of our Downtown Paris BIA, this is going to be an exciting and inclusive weekend to shop and experience all that our beautiful downtown Paris has to offer for the holidays! Get out and experience our Paris,” Pickering
encourages
If you’re looking for a way to support the Paris Community Christmas Hamper program, which is in full swing, bring some new toy donations down to help the Paris Fire Fighters who will be on site collecting. Mike Yarek Dodge Dealership will have a Ram truck on the main street and you’re urged to help them ‘Cram the Ram’ with food donations. Don’t be surprised if you run into Doug the Great although he’s quite hard to miss and don’t forget to take a selfie with a royal princess as they wander through the crowds. It’s an excellent family event that will leave you with all the Christmas feels.
Fizz Soakery (left) caught the festive bug at last year’s event and is looking forward to it again next weekend.
Download this Christmas Tree .jpeg to your computer and print a copy. Colour and hand it in to one of the participating stores in the ad before November 15th and you might be the guest of honour who turns on the lights at the Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
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Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead Holiday Season line up
The 2022 holiday season is quickly approaching, and we have prepared a number of events and exhibits to keep you and your family occupied We are thrilled to showcase the sparkle and festive spirit that Adelaide and her family would have celebrated in the Victorian period, at a time when many of today’s Christmas traditions were created.
AHunter Christmas
Come get cozy with the Hunter family and marvel at the Christmas decorations at the Homestead. From November 17th December 23rd, the museum will be decorated to celebrate A Hunter Christmas. We use and showcase traditional methods that the Hunter family would be proud to share with you as we travel throughout the home. Each visit to the museum will include a fully guided tour through both floors of the home As an added bonus, any children who come to visit will receive a special present to take home! Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets may also be reserved by calling or emailing the museum.
AHunter Christmas Tickets
Whisking Memories
Holiday Baking at the Homestead On Sunday, December 4th and Sunday, December 18th , come bake holiday goodies together at the Homestead! This is a great opportunity for those both young in age and young at heart to create everlasting memories making Victorian treats together Led by Homestead staff, whisk together all the ingredients with love and prepare them for baking. While the treats cook away in the oven, follow staff for a magical fully guided tour of the Homestead decorated for the holiday season. We will learn about the development of Victorian Christmas traditions and explore our newest exhibit about Christmas cards. After the tour, your goodies will be warm and ready to enjoy at home! This event requires pre-registration on Eventbrite. The cost is $10 for general admission, $5 for children ages 3-14 and free for any children under 2 years of age.
Whisking Memories Tickets
Ho Ho Holidays
On Saturday, December 10th, come visit the Homestead for a celebration of holiday music and treats! From 10am-4pm, come for a fully guided 30 minute tour of the Homestead filled with the lights, music, and smells of the season. After your visit, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies in the programming centre. Tours start every 30 minutes and the last tour leaves at 3pm. Admission for this event is discounted to $4 per person or $10 per family Advance tickets required.
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Turtle Doves, French Hens & Golden Rings
Holiday Greetings Exhibit have you ever wondered about the origins of Christmas cards? Who invented them? When did they first become popular? Why are they on the decline today? Opening November 17th, 2022, come explore our new holiday exhibit Turtle Doves, French Hens and Golden Rings: Holiday Greetings. This exhibit highlights Christmas postcards and greetings from the museum collection The postcards you’ll find on display range from 1906 to present day. This exhibit is included with admission to the museum and closes on December 23rd, 2022.
About the Homestead
The Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead is a museum dedicated to sharing Adelaide’s message of women’s education and family nutrition Based in her childhood home, this 1831 Homestead features not only the 2 floors of the historic house, but over 3 acres of land to explore We present changing exhibits and exciting events year round. We are conveniently located just off Highway 24 in St. George, 15 minutes from Cambridge and Brantford, 40 minutes from Hamilton and 60-90 minutes from the GTA. We are owned by the Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada
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COUNTY COUNCIL
New council meets next week for inaugural meeting
By Casandra Turnbull
The inaugural County of Brant council meeting takes place next week, with three newly elected officials joining the council table. This meeting will feature each councillor taking an oath of office for the 2022-2026 term, according to Alysha Dyjach, Director of Council Services.
In order to accommodate larger attendance, as councillors traditionally invite family and friends to witness the swearing in ceremony, this special meeting will take place on November 15th at 7 pm at the Gaukel Memorial Community Centre in St George.
Mayor David Bailey will deliver an inaugural address to start the meeting. The agenda for the remainder of the meeting is posted on the county’s website.
Last month, residents elected three new councillors: Lukas Oakley in Ward 2 (Paris), Jennifer Kyle in Ward 1 and Christine Garneau in Ward 5 To help these councillors get up to speed with topics in discussion, bylaws, county processes and council rules, the county has created a training
program, which will give new councillors the knowledge they need to make informed decisions, according to Dyjach. This first meeting of the new council is open to the public if anyone wishes to attend. A video of the meeting will be posted online, however, it will not be livestreamed like other council meetings that take place in council chambers where it’s equipped with the proper technology.
The next council meeting takes place in Council Chambers on November 22nd , at 7 pm
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Paris Past
By Chris Whelan
Paris High School Football
According to a 1928 newspaper, the Paris high school football club was first organized 25 years earlier on September 17th , 1903 with these officers: Honorary President J. H. Fisher, President R. Hcdley, Secretary C. Silcox, Captain H. Qua, Managing Committee R Atkips, R Watson, A. Foley, C. Brown, E. Brown, and C. Elhi.
Expositor Sept. 17, 1953: The Paris District High School football team had its opening workout on the school campus. The practice session directed by Gerald Barnhill the new physical Instructor at the school was confined to calisthenics and ball handling The team will not engage in WOSSA competition this season, rather it will limit its activities to exhibition games
In 1960 Robert Lainson head coach in charge of the Paris District High School football team said Thursday that he thinks this season's squad could be the best Paris has had in the last four years. Mr Lainson pointed out that Brantford’s St. John’s College will probably be the team to beat this season. They arc the league's defending champions Paris opens its schedule Sept 29 in Delhi with the first home game Oct. 4 against Brantford. Paris Football Ended ca. 1965
Photo of Paris High School, ca 1910. located at 70 King Edward St. it was built in 1858 and replaced by Queens Ward School in 1923 and the new High School was built on the northern outskirts
of town on Grand River St North (current location) A large expansion took place at the new High School in the 1960s Photo credit: Paris Museum and Historical Society
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Coach Robert Roos points out the finer points of the shoulder block, as demonstrated by Roy Newstead on the dummy held by Bob Hawke, to first year men Allan
MacKinnon, left, Bill Macdonald, centre, and Richard Jarvis, right All boys are trying for positions on the Paris High School football squad in 1959
LOCAL HISTORY
St. John’s College Gridders Roll to 31-0 Triumph Over Paris
Oct. 17, 1963: St John’s College Green Eagles over powered Paris District High School 31 0 in a Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association Senior B Football League game at Lions Park Wednesday afternoon Eagles had too much of everything for a game but outclassed Paris crew. The defending champions from St. John's College scored two of their five touchdowns on alert defensive plays They opened scoring in the first quarter when end Larry Kelly blocked a punt on the Paris 18 yard line, picked up the loose ball and rambled unmolested for the major. The other defensive gem was an interception of a desperation pass late in the game Tim O'Rourke picked off the pass at midfield and sped 55 yards for the final TD of the afternoon. Between the two majors by the defensive
squad the offensive unit moved the ball almost at will. Eagles rolled for 322 yards and 13 first downs rushing and completed four of 11 passes attempted for 85 yards. Paris gained 153 yards 123 of them on the ground. They picked up seven first downs three of them on penalties against the Eagles. Kelly’s TD accounted for all the scoring in the first quarter.
Eagles scored two majors in the second Quarterback Joe Chmiel got the first on a dive from the Paris one yard stripe. The play climaxed a drive in which St John's marched 70 yards in nine plays Rick Wright set up the second touchdown when he recovered a fumble on the Paris 31 Fullback Ned Rourke plowed through the centre to the 17. A pass went incomplete then Peter Quinlan twisted his way through the entire Paris team for the major Kelly
converted to give Eagles a comfortable 19 0 margin at the half. Brian St Armand scored the only TD in the third quarter when he took a pass from Chmiel and out-raced a couple of deep defenders to the goal line. The play covered 52 yards. Paris returned the kickoff to its own 50 then marched to the St. John’s nine before losing the ball on downs. Then Eagles drove 85 yards in nine plays before they had to give up the ball on the Paris 16 Rick McGraw was St. John's top ground gainer, he picked up 100 yards on 13 carries and Rourke got 92 on 13 attempts St Armand paced the pass receivers with two catches for 59 yards. Kicker Wayne Stephenson of Paris got away some good punts, one of them covered 47 yards. Garry Hunter and Brian Schulyer were the pick of the Paris linemen while backs Alan McKinnon and Len
Koskela played well. Dennis Marcella threw some key blocks for Eagles and Don Maich stood out on defense
Paris Malaga, Hogan, Stewart, Cochrane, McKinnon, Hunter, Cameron, Briggs, Gregory, Stephenson, Thede, Aitkenhead, Kerr, MacDonald, Koskela, Baker, Ambler, Rutherford, Schuyler, Vodden, Generoux, Knill
St. John’s Chmiel, Kelly, Hayes, Kings, Peter Quinlan, Rourke, Wright, Ernst, Ion, Jonkers, Marcella, McGraw, Flood, O’Rourke, Stastook, Tamas, Laracy, Dzuiba, McPherson, Comisky, DeBloeme, Maich, Drenters, Papal, McIntyre, Carriere, Fullerton, St. Armand, Wilson, Paul Quinlan, Referee George Campbell; Umpire Jim Dickson
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Despite CWOSSA loss, Senior Panthers have a historic record-breaking season!
Panthers extended football season has come to an end with an upsetting 28-7 loss to Kitchener in the CWOSSA quarter final Thursday night.
By Casandra Turnbull
It was a disappointing end to the season for the Senior Panther’s Football team as they lost 28 7 against Kitchener’s Resurrection Catholic Secondary School Thursday night. The two teams faced off in the Central Western Ontario Secondary School Association quarter final game at St. David Catholic Secondary School in Waterloo.
There was no score at half time as both teams fought hard to keep their opponents off the scoreboard It was a 7 7 tie after the third quarter, but things fell apart by the fourth. Reportedly, there were some heated moments in the final quarter and Paris’quarterback Jack Kelly was ejected from the
game with six minutes left to play.
It might not have been the way the team wanted to end the season, but it still doesn’t take away from the fact that this year was one for the books. The senior team made history last Friday night with a win over St. John’s College to clinch the Athletic Association of Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk (AABHN) championship title for the first time in the school’s history.
Online Voting open until Sunday, Oct. 23 at 6 pm
Focus, determination, and execution paid off big time as the Panthers beat the undefeated St. John’s Green Eagles 15 14 at Bisons Alumni North Park Sports Complex.
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The Paris Panthers Senior Football team and fans celebrate their 15 14 AABHN win over the Green Eagles at Bisons Alumni North Park Sports Complex Nov 4th The team’s win was one for the record books, marking the first time in Panther history a championship football trophy has come home to Paris High School
The win capped off a near-perfect season and as news travelled throughout Paris, it seemed the community was bleeding black and red. Congratulations messages were not in short supply as everyone, not just the players, was ecstatic with the milestone victory. “It feels wonderful to be a part of history. It makes it that much more special that it’s with this group of young men,” said Ed Kelly, head coach of the team. Along side him on the bench were assistant coaches Norm Kelly, Troy Kelly, Chris Devos and Alex Miller Kelly spoke with The Paris Independent earlier in the week. “This championship has shown the dedication and hard work it takes to be considered one of the better teams in the league and that doesn’t happen without the buy in from the school community and the people of Paris supporting us and coming to our home games,” said Kelly. “We are a small town so all the teams that play in Paris are supported by the community Now we can add football to Paris’ list of championships.”
What makes Paris’ success story even sweeter is that five years ago coaches struggled to even field a team. Football was reintroduced to PDHS in 2009 thanks to Paris resident Steve Fergus. He resurrected the junior program and then the senior program Fergus invited Kelly to join him on the sidelines and in 2013 Kelly officially took over coaching duties for the senior squad. “When we started the senior team, we had 17 players to start our
program and we have worked our way to 34 last year and 33 this year, which is the number of kids you need to sustain a good program,” Kelly shared. As the football culture in Pairs started to grow, cultivating interest extended beyond the bench, but to the entire school community Everyone started to buy into the notion that fan support and team spirit go a long way to motivate players to dig in deep and focus on long term goals.
From the start of this season, Kelly said he knew he had a championship team. “They gelled really fast. They did everything together and they really bought into what we were teaching. I realized (early on) we had the skill and talent and work ethic to compete.”
Paris only lost one game in the AABHN season and it was their first game against St. John’s College. Kelly recalls that even though the team played well, they gave up too many big plays that led to the 28-21 loss. Redemption was even sweeter on November 4th when the team was much more focussed and executed their game plan as practiced, said Kelly
With the season officially in the books, Kelly said he looks forward to next year when he returns to the field to hopefully pick up where they left off following the AAHBN championship game The outcome of 2023 looks bright as 25 of the team’s 33 players are eligible to return
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All hands on the trophy as Paris celebrates its AABHN championship win. Submitted photo
*U18 Team 3 sponsored by Branch 29 Paris Legion ties 3 3 against Simcoe Warriors
*U18 Team 2 sponsored by Hoogs Installations ties 3 3 against the Tillsonburg Tornadoes
*U11 Rep sponsored by Pelton Transport wins 9 0 over Ayr Flames (2)
*U11 -1 sponsored by Brant Sports of Paris wins 9 3 over Port Dover Pirates (2)
*U15 2 Team 2 sponsored by Burford Foodland wins 5 2 over Delhi Rockets (2).
*U15 Rep Sponsored by Comfort Plus Climate Care, wins 3 1 over Delhi Rockets.
*U11-1 Sponsored by Brant Sports wins 2 1 over Simcoe Warriors (1)
*U15 Rep Sponsored by Comfort Plus Climate Care wins 4 2 over New Hamburg Huskies
*U13 2 Sponsored by Fifth Ground Entertainment loses 2 1 over Port Dover Pirates
*U15 Team 1 sponsored by Adkins Financial wins 6 1 over Delhi Rockets (1)
*U15 2 Sponsored by Burford Foodland wins 5 2 over the Port Dover Pirates
*U15 Team 3 sponsored by Canadian Tire wins 2 0 over Tillsonburg Tornado
*U13 – Team 2 sponsored by Fifth Ground Entertainment wins 3 0 over Buford Coyotes
*U18 Team 2 sponsored by Hoogs Installations loses 5 1 against Delhi Rockets.
*U18 Team 1 sponsored by Cobblestone Medical loses 4 1 against Simcoe Warriors (3)
*U11 Rep sponsored by Pelton Transportation loses 5 4 against Ayr Flames (2)
*U11 Team 1 sponsored by Brant Sports wins 10 0 over Port Dover Pirates (1)
*U13 Team 1 sponsored by Arora Dental loses 3 1 against Port Dover Pirates
*U15 Team 1 sponsored by Adkins Financial wins 5 0 over Six Nations Blackhawks
*U15 Rep Sponsored by Comfort Plus Climate Care wins 7 2 over Twin City Stars
*U18 team 3 sponsored by Branch 29 Paris Legion wins 6 0 over Tillsonburg Tornadoes
*U18 Team 1 sponsored by Cobblestone Medical loses 5 0 to the Delhi Rockets.
Wolfpack U13 Reps collect hardware with first tournament win in Niagara-on-the-Lake
The U13 Paris Wolfpack Rep team travelled to the Niagara on The Lake Harvest Classic Tournament last weekend and returned to town with the trophy in hand.
The team started off strong in their first game against the Aurora Tigers. After the first period, the Pack was leading by 4 0, with goals scored by Finn Kargus, Noah Belanger, Eric Barbeau and Jared Rossi The Tigers scored one in the second period on a power
play, but Tallen Pelton scored a minute later, giving the Wolfpack a 5 1. They finished off as strongly as they started, with another three goals in the third period by Kargus, Pelton, and Hayden Sparks. The final score was 8 1 Paris.
The second game, later in the afternoon, put Paris against the Fort Erie Meteors The Pack finished the first period with a 1 0 lead, scored by Kargus. The
second period was intense, with both teams scoring two goals. Paris’goals came from Kargus and Andrew Graham. Despite a 3-2 lead into the final period, Fort Erie was able to score twice, resulting in a disappointing 4 3 loss.
The Wolfpack was ready to play bright and early Saturday morning against the home team hosts, the NOTL Wolves
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Both packs fought hard, but Paris scored three in the first thanks to Pelton, Graham and Owen Watson The second period was a close knit battle, with neither team finding the back of the net. The NOTL wolves snuck one in in the third period, but Pelton and Graham each scored another one resulting in a 5 1 win that sent Paris to the semi finals
The team enjoyed an afternoon lakeside with food and fun thanks to incredible organization by Jeff De Prosperis The boys were excited to be moving to the semi finals, and energy was high all around.
Sunday afternoon, currently placed in second, Paris played against the third placed team, the Midland Centennials. The first period was quiet, but Kargus scored with just over a minute left, giving the Wolfpack a lead going in the second period. The Centennials tied it up early in the second, but Kargus and Pelton each scored giving Paris a 3-1 heading into the final period.
Congratulations to all the U13 Paris Wolfpack Rep players on their tournament win in Niagara on the Lake last weekend. Team members (in no particular order) include: Forwards Finn Kargus, Tallen Pelton, Andrew Graham, Jameson Andrews, Owen Watson, Eric Barbeau, Hayden Sparks, Jared Rossi; Defence Ty Shannon, Noah Belanger, Will Davidson, and Evan Mattingley; and goalies Dante De Prosperis and Christian Watts. The team greatly missed centreman Rowan Murray. Also special shoutout to the coaching staff Tyler Pelton, Jeff Mattingley, Scott Green, Mike Kipp.
A goal by Jameson Andrews early in the third cemented the team’s lead and the final score was 4 1. Paris would now move into the championship game against Fort Erie. Christian Watts played a solid game between the pipes to hold Midland to just one goal.
After game delays and a long afternoon of waiting, The Paris Wolfpack was ready to claim victory. Barbeau scored one halfway into the first, but the Meteors quickly tied it up Thanks to Graham, Paris led by 2 1 at the end of the first Period two gave the Wolfpack two more goals, thanks to Andrews and Graham Graham got a hattrick in the third period, cementing the victory over the Fort Erie Meteors 4 1 and giving Paris the championship trophy. While Paris’ offense was on fire, the defense did a good job fending off Fort Erie attackers and they defensive line was backed by a stellar performance from Dante De Prosperis in net.
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U9 Wolfpack team on a hot streak!
The Paris Wolfpack U9 MD team is on fire lately picking up another two wins in early November.
The action started on November 3 when Paris faced off against an equally matched Langton Leafs in Langton It was a game of offense as both teams battled back and forth with goals throughout the game. Paris came out on top at the end of three with a score of 9 8. Hunter Grover lead the team in points with five goals, followed by Lincoln Cobb with two and Rari Martin andArthur Dixon with single markers
Each week a player is honoured for showing Respect, Attitude, Commitment, and Effort. The R.A.C.E player of the game was awarded to Hunter Grover.
Two days later, Paris was back on the ice to face Six Nations in what would end up being a blow out win for the Wolfpack. Every player had an exceptional game and the big win went a long ways in boosting everyone’s confidence The R A C E player of the game was presented to Corbin Watts.
Young Wolfpack squad opens for the Paris Mounties
One of the great pleasures in life is to watch, perform and play on stage, on a field or during an intermission at a Paris Mounties game! Last Saturday, the Wolfpack U8 team joined the Mounties for the game’s opening ceremony. The young team provided great entertainment for their family members and to the Mounties’ fans. The Wolfpack players provided plenty of end to end entertainment, showing off their hockey skills learned through their practice times. At the end of the game, the U8s were treated to pizza and the rest of the game. November 19the the Wolfpack bring the U7 Team #6 (Red) to the ice to star in the opening ceremony.
As for the Mounties, the weekend wasn’t as successful with a hat trick of losses to Wellesley, Norwich and Hespeler The Mounties had last night off and welcome the Wellesley Applejacks to the Brant Sports Complex for PJHL action this evening
The puck drop is at 7:30 pm
Admission Adults $10 Children under 12
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Player of the game on November 5 –
Corbin Watts
Player of the game on November 3 Hunter Grover
Curlers accomplish an extraordinary feat
Doubles team has spooktacular game on Halloween Day!
A pair of Paris Curling Club members accomplished a rare feat during a doubles game on Halloween day. Donna Gilbert and Marion MacGregor scored a 6 ender and really gave their competition ‘something to pumpkin about!’ In regular, four member team curling, the most points you can score in one end is 8. This infrequent task is called an 8 ender or a ‘snowman.’ When you play doubles with only two team members, you only play with six rocks so the most points you can score is six. It’s an extraordinary achievement and it was said to really put a scare into their opponents!
Men’s teams travel to Ohio for annual Bonspiel
Last weekend, The Paris Curling Club sent two teams down to the Mayfield Curling Club in Cleveland, Ohio for their annual Men's Invitational Bonspiel. This spiel has been taking place each year since 1987, the PCC has been sending a group down for more than 18 years Although neither team came away with the title, the men were able to test their skills and reconnect with friends after a two year Covid related hiatus.
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Paris Curling Club photo
Paris Curling Club Photo
FINANCIAL MATTERS
How to rebalance a portfolio and why you should do it!
How to rebalance a portfolio to make volatility work for you
Your Money Team with Glenn Gaudet
Automatic portfolio rebalancing allows investors to avoid emotional investing and benefit from buying low and selling highToday’s investors have the benefit of advanced science, coupled with leading edge investment management practices, to create portfolios that automatically take advantage of the ups and downs of the market. That’s why investors who work with a professional advisor and invest according to a detailed plan don’t have to worry about trying to buy low and sell high Portfolio rebalancing helps avoid emotional investing
Common investor reactions to a falling market are to become upset, nervous and maybe even angry. It’s really important to be wary of these emotional responses to market volatility Emotions can cause people to sell low and buy high. It’s the job of advisors to help their clients see the advantages of volatility at every life stage, instead of simply reacting to the constant ups and downs.
Markets are unpredictable. They go up and down all the time because the values of individual companies, sectors and regions are constantly changing Knowing that there will be volatility is the only thing we can predict with certainty: this creates a huge opportunity to put it to work for you.
One way of making volatility work in your favor is to use automatic portfolio rebalancing Investors who work with a good financial advisor don’t need to know how to rebalance a portfolio: their advisor will do this for them.
How portfolio rebalancing works
A typical investment portfolio is made up of three parts, or asset classes:
- Equities (individual company stocks or equity mutual funds and ETFs): these investments usually fluctuate the most.
Fixed income investments (for example, GICs and bonds): these investments typically fluctuate less than equities
Cash and cash equivalents (for example, money market funds): these have virtually no fluctuation, except between different currencies.
The balance of each asset class is based on the investor profile that you created with your Gaudet Group Consultant (based on your investment goals and risk tolerance). The portfolio below is a typical balanced portfolio:
The left portfolio is target asset allocation, whereas the portfolio on the right is “out of whack.”
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If the equity portion of this portfolio was to grow significantly faster than the fixed income and cash portions, the balance would be out of whack.
When looking at how to rebalance this portfolio, the financial advisor would sell some equities and move the profit into the other two portions. In simple terms, they would be selling high. The opposite is also true.
If the equity portion of a portfolio falls in value, it means those investments are worth less than they were when the portfolio was last rebalanced To restore balance, money gets moved from the fixed income and cash portions to buy equites when they are cheaper. In simple terms, they would be buying low
This process of automatic rebalancing overcomes the emotional biases that can affect an investor’s longterm potential to generate optimal returns. When investors understand how rebalancing works, they’re less inclined to feel anxious when markets dip. They can see volatility as an opportunity to buy low and sell high
How to rebalance a portfolio throughout your life stages
Rebalancing plays a part in helping you reach your goals throughout your lifetime During the accumulation phase of life, you’re trying to grow your assets. In the distribution phase, you are turning your assets into an income generating machine that will pay for your retirement lifestyle
Discuss rebalancing with a Gaudet Group Consultant
Glenn and his team can go through how to rebalance your portfolio with you and show you how it can work for you at any stage of your financial journey.
Whether you’re accumulating money for retirement or looking for ways to create an effective income stream, IG Wealth Management has a wide offering of managed investment solutions that can put volatility to work for you.
Written and published by IG Wealth Management as a general source of information only, believed to be accurate as of the date of publishing. Not intended as a solicitation to buy or sell specific investments, or to provide tax, legal or investment advice. WITH Written and published by IG Wealth Management as a general source of information only. Not intended as a solicitation to buy or sell specific investments, or to provide tax, legal or investment advice. Seek advice on your specific circumstances from an IG Wealth Management Consultant. Glenn Gaudet is the lead advisor of a wealth advisory team helping families and business owners since 1993. Glenn holds many designations including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ® designation, Elder Planning Counselor, Certified Professional Consultant on Aging and the Registered Retirement Counselor. With more than 60 years of combined experience, Gaudet Group Private Wealth Management is committed to making clients’ interests their top priority. Do you have questions you’d like Glenn to Answer? Email him at glenn.gaudet@igpwm.ca. Investors Group Financial Services Inc.
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Voice your opinion on new water and wastewater servicing changes in Burford
The County of Brant is inviting residents to join them for a virtual meeting to discuss Burford Water and Wastewater Servicing and Drainage Improvements.
Pre-Covid, the County of Brant hosted an open house to begin the discussion about water and wastewater services and improving drainage within Burford According to a social media post this week, the County is ready to start the discussion again
Click on the video (to the right) as the county discusses why they want to speak with you, information about the process, and to let you know the options that could be considered and next steps “We want to work with the community to understand your needs and concerns and develop a plan together that makes sense,” the post read.
The virtual meeting takes place on November 21 at 6 pm.
What changes are proposed for the town of Burford’s water and wastewater services? Click on the video to find out and attend a virtual meeting to learn more.
Visit https://engagebrant ca/Burford Servicing for a link to the meeting, as well as to view the presentation about servicing and drainage options (this presentation will be available online, as well as available for pick up at the County of Brant Burford Office, located at 26 Park Ave, Burford, on November 17).
If you cannot attend the virtual meeting, small group discussions will also be available on November 24, 2022 from 2 pm to 6 pm, phone 519 442 7268 to register or to book a one on one conversation.
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ASTROLOGY
Aries: March 21 - April 19 (Fire)-
You have been trying to organize your finances for a while. This week you finally start a budget that works for you. You have put out the energy that you would like to bring in more money, this will now bring opportunities up in your career to make more.
Taurus: April 20 May 20 (Earth)
Things will get a bit shaky in your love life. Time to face the little red flags that have been popping up. I recommend a heart to heart talk focusing on the things that are weighing on your relationship You also start to keep yourself busy with little projects that you have been putting off all summer.
Gemini: May 21 June 20 (Air) You have been dealing with some issues in the romantic department. This is distracting you from the things you should really be worried about. Such as your health needs Make this your new priority You would do maintenance to your car if the check engine light comes on, so schedule your full body tune up soon.
Cancer: June 21 July 22 (Water)
Your heart is feeling unsettled. You do not get to control your feelings all the time, sometimes they just sneak in and throw things off You will turn to work to distract you, from anything emotionally that you do not want to face But take a moment at some point and ask yourself what it is you really need to be truly happy?
Leo: July 23 - August 22 (Fire)- You have been trying to control everything and it’s too much You can not fit a round peg in a square in hole just because you want it to fit bad enough If things are falling apart for you then you have to re evaluate the things that are not working in your life at this time Hint: maybe look at your love life
Virgo: August 23 - September 22 (Earth)- You have done some hard work on your mental well being and it is finally starting to pay off. If you are single, be prepared to meet some great love prospects People have recognized your efforts at work Keep up the self love. It is really starting to work for you.
Libra: September 23 October 22 (Air)- You feel a bit resentful lately. You feel unappreciated at work. You are also feeling a lack of passion in your love life But honestly what have you done to fix this? The answer hits you early this week. Nothing. That will make you face your part in your disappointments Own it and change it Pity never makes anything better
Scorpio: October 23 - November 21 (Water) You need to look around and see what is really going on. You are clueless to all the signs flashing around you. Example, alarm bells are ringing loud and clear in your love life You are ignoring the suggestion at work too. This will come crashing down hard on you if you do not wake up and pay attention
Sagittarius: November 22December 21 (Fire)- The past seems to keep popping up. Look at this carefully, what is it you need to learn from this or is it just something you really need closure from? Secrets and past love issues are all problems for you this week. This is not to hurt you, it is to heal you.
Capricorn: December 22 January 19 (Earth)- Be prepared for surprises in your love life For example, past secrets, affairs, lies, and pregnancy So in other words just tread lightly in your relationship this week. This follows you into work also, but can actually be beneficial in making you look good to your superiors This energy is a double edge sword for you
Aquarius: January 20 – February 18 (Air) Prepare yourself to deal with drama. Some are just entertaining and some impact you directly. It will fall around you like rain and you will watch it fall and then have to take time to deal with the clean up of it all You are not a fan of this, but it leaves you better off by the time you dry off
Pisces: February 19 March 20 (Water) Well it's time that you find someone that you trust You need to vent and confide all your present issues Yes, it's exhausting to face stress but you have been avoiding it so long that you made it not optional Time to find guidance from someone you can trust, cause you can not do this alone
Horoscopes
with Tina Graziano Energy Reader
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Showtimes for Galaxy Cinemas Brantford For Saturday November 12, 2022
Showtimes for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Standard 11:20a.m. 2:50p.m. 6:30p.m. 10:10p.m. 3D 12:40p.m. 1:30p.m. 4:20p.m. 5:10p.m. 8:00p.m. 8:50p.m.
Showtimes for Black Adam Black Adam Standard 12:50p.m. 4:10p.m. 7:20p.m. 10:15p.m.
Showtimes for Ticket to Paradise Ticket to Paradise Standard 1:20p.m. 4:00p.m. 6:50p.m. 9:30p.m.
Showtimes for Smile Smile Standard 3:50p.m. 6:45p.m. 9:50p.m.
Showtimes for One Piece Film: Red One Piece Film: Red Standard 6:30p.m. 9:20p.m.
Showtimes for Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Standard 1:25p.m.3:40p.m.
Showtimes for Prey for the Devil Prey for the Devil Standard 1:00p.m. 4:50p.m. 7:10p.m. 9:40p.m.
Showtimes for Shrek Forever After Shrek Forever After Standard 11:00a.m.
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