The Paris Independent Saturday, October 22, 2022

by Michelle Malvaso

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TIME FOR ‘ME’ RETREAT! October 23 & 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/public/events/homep age

WILLETT HOSPITAL REUNION Saturday, October 29th, 2022 starting at 4:30 pm, social from 5 6 pm with supper, catered by Strodes, to follow If you’d like to attend this event, celebrating the Willett’s 100th anniversary, reach out to Diane Hammer (519) 304 0292

AUTHOR TALK! Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 starting at 7 pm at the Paris Pub, supported by the County of Brant Library. Meet Roselle Lim critically acclaimed author of Natalie Tan's Book of Luck and Fortune, Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris tea Shop, and Sophie Go's Lonely Hearts Club! Free event, everyone welcome to attend

PARIS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING November 2nd , 2022, social starts at 7 pm and the meeting starts at 7:30 pm Our guest speakers are Molly and Alex Shannon, owners of Canadian Succulents, a small floral design company. Their presentation will be by ZOOM “Canadian Succulents Inside and Out” Come on out and join the Paris Horticultural Society for another informative evening

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA St Paul’s United Church, 48 Broadway St W, Paris SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2022 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Crafts, Baking, Preserves, Frozen Meat Pies, Frozen Turkey Pies & Soup, White Elephant Room and Lunch/Tea Room

WOMEN INSPIRING WOMEN MEETING -

NOVEMBER 10th, 2022; 7 9PM at Paris Fairgrounds Community Room. Retired RCMP Officer & Author Paulette Breau. Roll Call: When was the last time you saw an RCMP officer…and why? Community Giving: Donation jar for National Service Docs for Autism and PTSD

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! ART WORKSHOP Enjoy an evening of sketching at the Dog Eared Café every Tuesday of the month, 4 6 pm, $40 per person. Each session will have a different theme or focus. Hosted by Rachelle Laurin from Under the Oak Tree Do you have a young one interested? Kids classes (10+) held Wednesday & Thursdays 6 8 pm at the Gem, downtown Paris.

JINGLE BELL WEEKEND Visit beautiful downtown Paris as local businesses celebrate the start of the Christmas season! The Paris BIA tradition takes place Friday November 18th through to November 20th . Enjoy tax free shopping (at participating retailers), live music, tree lighting ceremony and don’t forget to bring a non perishable donation to help fill a Ram Truck!

SPOOKTACULAR

Agricultural Society bids farewell to General Manager

Cheryl Muir set to retire from Paris organization at the end of November

By Casandra Turnbull

It’s not often one gets to end their career working their dream job, but for Cheryl Muir, she did just that as she bids farewell to the Paris Agricultural Society (PAS) next month.

Muir, Manager of the PAS for the last five years, resigned from her position to step into what she calls ‘semi retirement,’ effective November 30.

“I am lucky to have been able to choose the right time for me (to step away) without loosing my passion for this place,” Muir explained. Asked when she knew it was the right moment, she

responded, “As the 2022 Fair drew closer, I realized that I have accomplished many of the goals that were set out for me when I was hired and that it was time to step away I’m tired!” The timing was also right. It was always in her life plan to semi retire soon after the age of 55 and the pandemic may have actually played a role in helping her to take that leap “It (the pandemic) certainly proved that you never know what the future holds so grab each opportunity for happiness and adventure if you can.”

Muir’s adventure down the

agricultural society path started in April 2017 when she was hired on to her ‘dream job.’ With many career accomplishments under her belt in the insurance field and a long resume full of volunteerism, accepting a job as Manager of PAS gave her the opportunity to combine her management and volunteer skills while flexing her knowledge for the Paris community Both her and her husband John were raised in Paris, and the Paris Fair was a big part of their childhoods, so accepting this new position was a full circle moment in life.

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Cheryl Muir poses for a photo with Paris Fair volunteers and her close friends, Linda Head (past PAS President) and Deb Harkness (past Homecraft President). With Muir’s retirement on the horizon, she plans to spend more time with her girlfriends.

As Manager of the Paris Agricultural Society, Muir’s role extended far beyond bringing the Paris Fair to life each year. She’s also responsible for carrying out the day to day operations of the society, as directed by the Board of Directors. That includes every single rental contract you see filling the fairgrounds each weekend, staff and volunteer supervision, overseeing property maintenance and repairs, marketing and communications, budget reviews and perhaps the most important role of all securing grants to ensure the financial success of the volunteerbased organization that aims to educate and promote agricultural awareness in the community.

In fact, it’s the relationships she’s developed while carrying out some of these duties that she will miss the most.

“I will miss working with the people such as yourself newspaper and radio staff, County representatives, industry professionals, community organizations and businesses who support the Society. I have worked diligently to build solid, trusting relationships with so many and I will miss chatting and sharing ideas,” shared Muir. “I will miss Will Bouma who has made me cry twice with the great news of success in obtaining significant grant funds!”

While she made many friendships with volunteers along the way, she says she won’t miss those friendships because she plans on keeping in touch regularly as she

switches from a paid role in the organization to that of a volunteer It will be an easy transition because she’s found herself at home for the last five years.

Reflecting on some standout memories, Muir recalls her very first Paris Fair in 2017. “It was Monday night of my first Fair as manager. I looked around a room full of absolutely exhausted volunteers and was brought to tears by their enthusiasm over the success of the fair. It was so fulfilling to see their smiles and hear their cheers for each other,” she said.

Above, Cheryl Muir (centre) with Ross Miller, past PAS President, Jim Lawrence, past PAS President, and 2019 Fair Ambassador

Carmen Gillyatt accepting a Salute Brant award. To the left, Muir accepts the 2022 Festivals & Events Ontario Achievement Award.

Other aspects of the job she thoroughly enjoyed was learning and brainstorming with directors; presenting seminars to peers at conventions; and celebrating members’ achievements. “These have made such an impact on my time here.”

While the PAS operates as a year round facility, playing host to a variety of community events on a regular basis, Muir’s favourite time of year, without a doubt, is always the Paris Fair, because of the nostalgia it brings.

“It fills my heart with pride to see what we bring to the community and to agriculture in the County,” she said, adding, “It isn’t always sunshine and rainbows but it sure is uplifting to see the smiles on children as they ride the merry go round or watch a cow being milked or hear the crowd gasp in awe as the six-horse hitch goes rumbling past the grandstand.”

And she isn’t alone because behind her are 500 volunteers who feel the same sense of pride and accomplishment. “At the one day of this year’s Fair, a volunteer was thanked for providing such a fun day that was ‘much better than the CNE’! How can that not bring a smile to this small-town girl’s face?”

The PAS was awarded the 2022 Festivals & Events Ontario Achievement Award and is recognized as one of the top 100 events by Festivals & Events Ontario

Part of what makes the Paris Fair successful, aside from an insane amount of dedication from volunteers and staff, is the relationships the agricultural society builds with the vendors and businesses at the fair. Muir says the ag society’s professional and respectful relationships with the Williams family from Thrill Show Productions and the Campbell family from Campbell Amusements, have been a highlight for her.

“These two organizations have been a vital part of the Paris Fair since I was a child, and it has been an honour to work with them.”

So what’s next for Muir? “Oh, my goodness, I am sure that I will be busy,” she replied. Remember, Muir plans to ‘semi retire.’ She will

carry on duties as a bookkeeper for her husband’s land survey business, something she’s maintained for the last 15 years, at least now she can do it at her leisure rather than working it around her fulltime career. “I will have my weekends free to spend time with family, travel more frequently and of course my adventures with my girlfriends,” she concluded.

Paris Agricultural Society President, Jay Wood, says the process is just getting underway to hire a new general manager. “We will take our time to hire as the general manager position is a very important position and we want to make sure we have the right person to lead the organization,” Wood responded to an email from the Paris Independent. The board of directors met recently to finalize the job description and they expect to have the job posted within the next couple of weeks “Cheryl was a huge asset to this organization. She will be missed and we wish her all the best in her future endeavours,” Wood said

‘Apple a day keeps the doctor away!’

Paris Brownies embark on field trip to Brantview Farm

The 5th Paris Brownies were on a field trip last Saturday to Brantview Farm to learn the ins and outs of apple farming! Brantview is a family operated farm that takes pride in providing fresh apples for the community. Their farming operation has evolved from dairy, cash crops and apples to focussing solely on its orchard. The farm also includes a Scratch Bakery, Cidery, U Pick opportunities and beautiful storefront. In 2021 the Howell family celebrated its 200th harvest! This generational farm has a huge community outreach, participating in a wide variety of community activities from the Paris Fair to the St George Applefest Pictured with the Brownies is Linda Howell talking about the 14,000 trees they have and how each are pruned by hand every spring. Farmer Dan explains the proper way to pick an apple ‘Eye to the Sky,’ he says, so the whole stem is removed, making way for a new apple next year.

Residents enjoy a slice of CAKE

Local author TJ Hunt autographs one of her books, during a recent book launch on Sunday October 16th at The Crew / Real Estate office on Hartley Ave. Hunt donated a portion of the proceeds to the D Wing Cancer Clinic and parking passes for cancer care patients through the BCHS Foundation. The memoir, titled CAKE follows Hunt on a journey of self discovery, growth and lessons that only come from living life. Tributed to her mother who passed away from cancer, the book is also inspired by the volunteers of The Closet Door, a clothing store which also donates funds to the Brantford General Hospital D Wing Cancer Care Clinic. See Hunt’s full story in last week’s edition

Photos provided by 5th Paris Brownies

COUNTY OF BRANT ELECTIONS 2022

One final look at Brant County candidates

The municipal election is on Monday. Do you know who you are voting for?

This three page feature is designed to share some key issues important to each candidate and provide you with their contact information.

Each candidate interested in participating was asked to submit their responses by email. Below are your 2022 Brant Municipal Election candidates. For candidates who did not submit

responses, we have included their contact information as it is provided on the County of Brant website.

The website (if applicable) and email addresses for each candidate are hyperlinked, so if you click on the blue text it will lead you to a candidate’s website or open the email address, should you have any last minute, direct questions. We’ve concluded this feature with information on how and where to vote.

As of Wednesday, Alysha Dyjach, Director of Council Services, reports that 6.96% of the eligible voters have casted a vote through the online website, which is 2,147 voters.

During the advanced poll on October 17, 451 people, or 1.5% of eligible voters, casted their vote

The 2018 election only attracted 35.90% voter turnout.

WARD 4 Councillors Robert Chambers and David Miller are acclaimed.

Jennifer Kyle

Prioritize thoughtful and strategic development with improved infrastructure and road safety, and increased access to services

Improve communication and engagement between council and residents, and improve intergovernmental relations Advocate for the sustainability of

and food sector

John MacAlpine www.macalpine4brant.ca

Email: Macalpine4brant@ outlook.com

Facebook: macalpine4brant

Managing growth is going to be one of the most important aspects of the next term to ensure it benefits the community as a whole and that it is appropriate.

Growing up rather than out so we can protect our environment, farmland and way of life

It is going to be important to create the infrastructure as we grow to make sure it is in place before building is started, including libraries, parks, community centers so we do not overwhelm the existing infrastructure

John Wheat

Email: john.wheat@sympatico.ca

Phone: 519-448-1648

-Keep our growth consistent

Staying the course for the next four years

Listen to constituents and address their concerns

Jeannine Forbes

Email: simpfor@rogers.com

Phone: 519-754-4622

Faizan Baig

Email: faizanb60 @hotmail.com cell: 905 719 5196

Look at solutions to avoid unnecessary collection vehicles, possible solution being carpooling or public transportation -Today’s infrastructure improvement will drive tomorrow’s economy Repair and reuse. Give unwanted items new life by selling them on or donating them to charities

Website: www.votehowes .ca

Email: votehowe s@gmail.com cell: 519 442 4955

To manage residential growth in a sustainable approach.

-Creation of modest Housing solutions Protection and Celebration of our unique Heritage Features.

Lukas Oakley Website: www.lukasoakley.ca Email: votelukasoakl ey@gmail.com cell: 226 216 3037

Invest in infrastructure, including new bypasses and public transit

Implement Green Development Standards to prevent suburban sprawl, protect our environment, and to create affordable and attainable housing Make County government more transparent and accountable, and improve our democratic process

Steve Howes on builders to develop more thoughtful communities and slow down the speed of the growth

Christina Speers

Email: beautifuldayfora walk@gmail.com cell: 519 532 8276

Traffic work to create a bypass road(s) and create further calming measures on existing roadways, through the use of taxes, permit profits, and working with the province to match funds to construct roadways that redirect the flow of vehicles away from downtown Paris.

Address Development I will work to create more stringent building permit applications and land use planning regulations and push back

Jay Arora Website: www.jayarora.ca

Email: jayaroraoffice @gmail.com

cell: 226 388 1100

Urgent Traffic infrastructure solutions

Increased OPP presence with technology solutions for enforcement

Responsible Development with smaller & affordable homes for rent or purchase.

- Keep it beautifulwork with builders to create nature corridors along shared parcels of land so that people and animal species can continue to enjoy the Carolinian forest. Council members must work with the local farming community as they have the most knowledge on what the land needs.

John Bell Website: www.johnbellward3. ca Email: votejohnbell2 4oct@gamil.com cell: 519 209 2277

Development Active management of development including timely provision of necessary infrastructure

Affordable Housing Increasing the availability of affordable housing which is in high demand but short supply Road Safety improving road safety through faster, more extensive implementation of actions identified through Brant Safe Streets Strategy

Ella Haley Website: www.ella4ward

Email:ehaley1@ gmail.com

226 802

inclusive rural communities with safe roads Geared to income housing Protected farmland and Biodiversity and reduced waste

Danny Teves Facebook: https://www.faceb ook.com/electdann yteves

Email: hopewithwhe els@gmail.com cell: 416 554 6901

Work to help our rapidly growing community navigate the complexities of infrastructure, congestion, and environmental impacts

Mental health and drugs are topics of tremendous weight and complexity and these need to be addressed strategically and authentically.

Advocate for practical affordable housing to support stability and prevent homelessness

Gatopoulos

Website: www.votemike g.ca Email: mike@votemik eg.ca

519 717

before development

road safety

of a full-time agricultural advisor on county staff

John Peirce Website: www.johnpeirce.ca

Email: johnpeirceward3@g mail.com cell: 519 442 7134

Further address the existing and projected traffic concerns such as speeding, parking, loud vehicles

Ensure Provincially mandated growth and development plan is sustainable.

Ensure transparency with accessible and consistent information flow to the public regarding costs and decisions made by Council

Garneau

Website: www.christinegarn eau.com

Email: GarneauForWard5 @gmail.com

519 717 0874

Preservation of rural and agricultural communities

Strategic and sustainable development Family and age friendly community services

John Starkey

Website: RuralBrantMatters.neo cities.org

Email: RuralBrantMatters@g mail.com cell: 519 718 9773

Adopt Hamilton's system & save rural Brant 20% on property taxes -Restore community advisory councils to help decide local issues like traffic safety & zoning variances

Reverse the Official Plan 80% population target for Paris/St George & balance farm friendly growth Countywide instead

MAYOR

Brian Coleman

Email: brianatbridgevie w@gmail.com cell: 519 755 9233

Be a strong voice for both urban and rural concerns

Address traffic concerns

honest answers

David Swanson

Email: realdavidmswanson@gmail.com cell: 226 802 3343

Paths to lot severance relaxed to protect our rural identity.

Reduce building permits (Granny Suite, driveway, decks etc )

Back to basics approach No more rainbow sidewalks or Barnes Dance intersection.

Shawn Pratt

Email: grandrivercab@bellnet.ca cell: 519 761 2988

-Council Reform: Equal representation based on population. Four councillors in Paris represent more citizens than the other six councillors, yet they do not hold the balance of power for the county.

Balance infrastructure with protection of greenspace: Elect a Paris mayor who lives and works in Paris and is fully aware of the safety and road issues throughout the County of Brant with a special emphasis in correcting the mayhem in downtown Paris and protecting green space and sustainable waterways and farmland.

A Proactive government: More respect and transparency with our citizens by holding public council meetings with rotating public venues with an emphasis on more involvement from our citizens on how the council works and operates.

MAYOR CONTINUED

David Bailey

Facebook: https://www.faceb ook.com/bailey.forb rant.3

Email: dabbjet@on. aibn.com cell: 519 448 3370

Manage growth

Affordable and attainable housing -Transportation strategies

SCHOOL BOARD

Grand Erie District School Board Trustee

Rita Collver, rita@collver@xplornet.com, 519 582 4969

Thomas Waldschmidt, twaldschmidt@sympatico.ca, 519 442 2140

Luanne Ashe, Luanne.m.ashe@gmail.com, 519 755 8802

Maria Braun Shelswell, mariabraunrmt@gmail.com, 705-826-4642

WHERE DO I VOTE?

Conseil Scolaire

Catholique MonAvenir

Eric Sanderson, eric_sanderson2022@outlook. com 519 998 1069

Dorothee Petit Pas, petispas dorothee@yahoo.ca

Roy Gillies, gillies_j_roy@hotmail.com

Election Day poll locations, by ward

WARD 1

Poll 101 Gaukel Memorial Community Centre, 7 Gaukel Dr, St. George; Poll 102 Glen Morris United Church, 453 East River Road, Glen Morris

Poll 103 Paris Agricultural Hall, 139 Silver St, Paris

WARD 2

Poll 201 Paris Agricultural Hall, 139 Silver St, Paris; Poll

202- Syl Apps Community Centre, 51 William St, Paris

WARD 3

Poll 301 Brant Sports Complex, 944 Powerline Rd

WARD 4

401 -Burford Agricultural Hall, 6 Park Ave, Burford; 402 Scotland

Community Centre, 85 Simcoe St, Scotland

Online

WARD 5

Poll 501 Airport Community Centre, 3 Airport Rd, Brantford; Poll 502 Mount Pleasant Community Centre, 711 Mount Pleasant Rd, Mount Pleasant; Poll

505 Cainsville Community Centre, 14 Garnet Rd, Brantford; Poll 506 Onondaga Community Hall

LOCAL HISTORY

Paris Past

By Chris Whelan

Burning Leaves, Homemade Goodies & Ghosts

Growing up in Paris this time of year meant burning leaves on the side of the road, hot apple pie and cider from Schuyler Hill Orchards and Millward’s grocery store pumpkin pies! Hallowe’en night promised homemade fudge, popcorn balls and candy apples from your neighbours’ houses. Paris itself provided a spooky back drop with places like the Old Town Hall and the Asa Wolverton House. Captain Cox mansion now the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home even looked like a haunted house right off the pages of Stephen King! But have you ever taken a real self guided tour of Paris’Most Haunted?

You can start your self guided tour on the South bank of the Nith River along the old Distillery Lane (between Wendy’s Variety and Lions Park), where in 1870 a woman was murdered by her husband and discovered in a woodshed by students on their way up distillery hill to the old High School They say “When the trees on Distillery Hill are shimmering in the moonlight, the ghost of Catherine Pierce can be seen flitted like a will o the wisp among the shadows!” Walk a couple of blocks further downtown to the Arlington Hotel, where several ghosts remain. Many employees and guests have related

stories of paranormal activity; the most notable is a mysterious apparition of a woman in a white dress seen roaming the halls of the third floor.

Further up Grand River St. North lies our own haunted castle: the Penmarvian Retirement Home (now Grand River Estates) Some employees have tales of hearing strange noises and even seeing ghostly apparitions on the upper floor It has been reported that one such employee, being so unnerved, quit after only four shifts.

Of course a cemetery is a likely place to find lost souls, but the mostly forgotten Church Street Cemetery has at least 129 of them. In use between 1839 and 1874, the

existing tombstones were moved to a fenced area of the property for safe keeping. Many people are not aware that by treading on this green space you may be disturbing the remains of our town’s earliest residents.

Our final stop takes us to the banks of the Grand River past the shoe tree on the way to Glen Morris. Where the Old German Mill lies in ruins Two deaths occurred at this site: one was accidental when a young girl drowned and was swept under the mill, while the other, was a man named Dan Hoover that was murdered. To this day, Dan’s murderer has not been found but his ghostly apparition has! Hope you enjoyed this tour? Have a safe and happy Hallowe’en in Paris.

Let the South Ward Scare map take you through a Hallowe’en adventure in Paris

Stranger things are happening in Paris these days! Take a trip to the south end of town to see some of the best decorated houses in town.

By Tiffany Martin

Double, Double Toil & Trouble, fire burn and cauldron bubble! Halloween is upon us and I can’t be happier to hijack my own beer column this month to write about my greatest love, Hallowe’en!

I am the human that has the Halloween Countdown sign in their yard 365 days a year on Washington St. in Paris. I wear Halloween shirts year round, watch spooky movies in the summer and start creating my annual haunt mid summer because I can’t wait and well, paint dries quicker in the heat Today I want to share with you a little about our Hallowe’en Yard and The South Ward Scare Map

available on your phone to explore all the spooky and decked out houses in our area of town this season.

Chapter 1: The passion

Every since I was a young child Hallowe'en has been my favourite Holiday and I have the fondest memories of carving tons of pumpkins each year with my dad, mom decorating the house just perfect and dressing up for the trick or treaters, counting pillowcases full of candy at the end of the night, even after I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and the costumes, oh my do I love costumes! It’s safe to say Halloween is my Christmas and if you trick or treat at my door as a

teenager or adult I will still give you candy, you deserve it!

"If human beings had genuine courage, they'd wear their costumes every day of the year, not just on Halloween.”

~Douglas Coupland

I also love the Halloween community and meeting others so fond of the season. Since we moved to Paris in 2018 we’ve transformed our yard into The South Ward Cemetery, which invites the neighbours to linger about, have a chat and spread the spirit amongst town which has lead to the creation of The South Ward Scare Map for our neck of the woods!

Continued on page 17 if you dare!

HAWLLOWEEN

No decoration is too small and even a single ghost swinging from a tree brings a creepy smile to my face.

Chapter 2: The Idea

I live in an older area of Paris on Washington Street and from what I researched back in the day it was known as the South Ward. From there I went on to name my annual Halloween yard setup The South Ward Cemetery. I set it up mid September so that the whole town has a lot of time to enjoy the display This year Stranger Things has taken over the yard as a theme but will revert back to South Ward Cemetery next year I put endless hours each year into it, make a lot of the props and love the excitement it brings to the kids and adults each year as they countdown with me to the day. There are also lots of details I invite you to come discover like the destination signs on the fence. Each town kms represent the distance to where that movie was filmed. I also recreated the giant The prettiest town in Canada sign that used to be on display near the dam before getting covered in graffiti and removed. Mine reads ‘The Creepiest town in Canada, Paris, ON’ and replicated each photo and paragraph with a scary twist Of course, the yard will be in full effect the night of the 31st but lots to see leading up to and we are usually hanging around the yard on the 30th if you want to say "Boo” or share a snickers. So won’t you take a drive down Washington Street, if you dare, and admire our haunted home?

Chapter 3: The Community

Let me introduce The South Ward Scare! Just as Waterford does Pumpkinfest and Elora does Monster Month I am hoping to create something smaller scale but similar in my neighbourhood with decorating contests, trick or treat map and Spooky celebrations I am aiming to put our end of town on the map and I literally did by creating a Google Map you can search on your phone and see all the houses in our

area that wanted to be visible on the map so that you can drive or walk our neighbourhood and see all the decorated yards, houses and hallways!

No decor is too small or big in my opinion and does a lot for the community both young and old and if you live in our area and want to be included on the map this year you can send me an email or come by our house to chat, I won't bite...

There really is a great Haunted History to our town that I continue to learn about and never get tired of the tales told Thanks again neighbours for putting up with me, my yard and my Hallowe’en spirit It means so much and I love getting to know you all a little bit more each fall I look forward to the biggest crowd yet on the 31st.

Happy haunting Paris and be safe!

Click on the map above and it will guide you past some of the spookiest houses in Paris’ south end. If you want your house listed on the map, email Tiffany today!

OCT. 15th PDHS PANTHERS vs BCI MUSTANGS

AABHN Junior Football - Paris Panthers vs BCI MUSTANGS

Paris – Last Saturday morning started at Panther Stadium with the Jr. Panthers battling it out with the BCI Mustangs on the field starting at 11AM The Paris Optimist Club was on site serving up some great BBQ for a hungry lunch crowd It was an intense game with QB Ryan Smith holding his own. The two teams show they are a good match and end in a tie, the final score: JR. PANTHERS 26 JR. MUSTANGS 26 All photos by Michelle Malvaso

AABHN Senior Football - Paris Panthers vs BCI MUSTANGS – Paris - After lunch it’s time for the Sr. Panthers to show the Mustangs why they are having a record season! It will be the Panthers that dominated the field as QB Jack Kelly scores over and over again This gave the Panthers a solid lead and ended the game with a record breaking 4th win for Paris! Final Score: SR. PANTHERS 32 – SR. MUSTANGS 6 All photos by Michelle Malvaso

Panther Football This Week:

Senior Panthers finish the regular season in 2nd place and earn a bye to the semi-finals. They will play the higher seeded team of the winners of the quarter finals. That game is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 time TBD.

Junior Panthers played the SJC Green Eagles at 7:30 pm last night at the Gretzky Centre field in their season finale.Awin will mean a second place finish and a semi final play off against BCI. We will have the score in next week’s issue. Here are the rosters for both teams as of October 18, 2022.

Photos by Michelle Malvaso

Mounties narrowly miss first win of the season

Paris picks up first point in overtime loss to Tavistock

Kaidan Gignac controls the puck in the end zone while fending off a Tavistock player. Top right, the Paris Mounties celebrate after a short handed goal from Ryan O’Keefe, assisted by Gignac at the 10 minute mark in the game. Paris lost 3 2 in overtime, but picked up their first point of the season.

Last week’s itinerary for the Mounties was not going to be an easy one, as they were facing the top two teams in the South Doherty Division, the New Hamburg Firebirds and Tavistock Braves

It was a rough go on Friday night when they faced the Firebirds in New Hamburg The Mounties took home an 8 1 loss. Kyle Barr was the lone goal scorer for Paris and Paris goaltender Nick Barker made a whopping 67 saves.

Facing the Tavistock Braves in front of a hometown crowd, Paris competed against one of the top teams in a 3 2 nailbiter that they lost in overtime. Both of Paris’

goals were scored short handed during penalty kills. What makes it unusual, is both goals came in the same period.

At the 10-minute mark, Ryan O’Keefe, with an assist by Kaidan Gignac, put the Mounties in a 1 0 lead. Approximately two minutes later short handed again, Brady McLaren, unassisted, found the back of the net. At the end of the first period, the Mounties lead 20. Tavistock closed the gap in the second period to tighten Paris’ lead, 2-1.

The third period was a crowd pleaser for the 200 spectators in attendance, as both teams worked hard; Paris to extend their lead

and Tavistock to even the score.

With less than 2 minutes in the period, Tavistock evened the count to send the game into overtime. The Braves scored shortly after in the first overtime period for the win

Despite the loss, the team is pleased to pick up their first point in the PJHL standings

The Mounties returned to Tavistock last night, details of the game were not available by press deadline. Tonight they welcome the Norwich Merchants, the puck drop is at 7:30 pm.

Admission $10 Children 12 and under Free

Photos by Michelle Malvsaso

Left, Brady McLaren battles for the puck during a face off. Right Matt Burtt skates towards a play

Paris goalie Nick Barker prepares for some action against a tough offensive Tavistock team.

Paris Mounties player Xavier Moura (pictured left and right and top left) brings the puck past the Tavistock bench and takes a shot on net. All photos by Michelle Malvaso

HURRY HARD! Curlers compete at zone qualifiers

Last weekend, The Paris Curling Club sent its 2022 Men's Club Championship team down to the 'Zone Qualifiers’, which took place at the St Thomas Curling Club. This qualifier is a double knockout event, and winners will get to move on to compete in Provincial, and eventually National events, representing their club.

The Paris competitors (left to right) Michael Johnston, Dan Tully, Jeff Crowley, and Ryan Gain had a tough start to their event, losing their first game of the weekend. They stayed alive however, by winning their next two games, and moving themselves into the quarter finals. Unfortunately, their weekend ended there, as they would wind up losing to the eventual champions in a tight game. A big 'Well Done' to the team, and thanks for representing the PCC with honour, pride, and sportsmanship!

Paris Curling Club photo

October is Library Awareness Month

How well do you know your local branch?

By Carolina Saenz

October is Canadian Library month A celebration of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives, it is also an opportunity to raise awareness of the programs and services to utilize right in your own neighbourhood. The County of Brant is fortunate to have several thriving branches, so let’s investigate the services and programs readily available to you and your family.

The Fall 2022 programs and event guide for adults, seniors, and teens, includes both in person and online programs such as the Local Author Series, Fab Fall Feasts, Tech Coach Appointments, various clubs, Art Explorations, and workshops.

LOCAL AUTHOR SERIES

The Local Author Series includes two events, both hosted at the Paris Pub, and provides an opportunity to meet local authors and chat about books and special topics The first event took place on September 27th and featured Dr. Dana Church, author of “The Beekeepers,” who discussed the mysteries of bumblebees. The second event will take place on October 25th and feature Roselle Lim, critically acclaimed author of “Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune,” “Vanessa Yu’s Magical Paris Tea Shop,” and “Sophie Go’s Lonely Hearts Club.”

It’s library awareness month and the County of Brant Public Library is celebrating with a fun giveaway! Have you had a great experience that you would like to share? Tell them about it at brantlibrary.ca/shareyourstory and you’ll be entered into a fabulous literary themed prize draw! Share your story online or at any local #BrantLibrary branch. A winner will be selected and contacted by phone during the first week of November. County of Brant Library Photo

Other in person programs this Fall include an Intro to Birdwatching, The Moccasin Identifier Project, creating an Autumn centrepiece with old books, and creating a book quilt.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

If you’re already hunkering down for a Canadian winter and

want to participate in programs, from the comfort of your own home, virtual programs are available via zoom and range from a Wills and Powers of Attorney session with local lawyer Ayesha Noorani, to Fab Fall Feasts cooking demonstrations featuring stews

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(November 1st), healthy salads (November 8th), and harvest pies (November 15th) Registration for Fab Fall Feasts is required to gain access to live demonstrations and ingredient lists, so be sure to sign up and perhaps you can solve the age old questions, “what should I cook for supper tonight?”

SPECIALEVENTS / CLUBS

In addition to special events, clubs continue to be available in both in person and virtual formats in all branches and cater to a variety of interests from arts and crafts to strategy games to reading and writing Drop in Knitting Clubs are available in the St George Branch (Tuesdays 2 4pm), Scotland Oakland Branch (Tuesdays 6:30 8pm), and Paris Branch (Wednesdays 6:30 8pm). The Mahjong Club is also drop in and meets on Thursdays from 1:30 4pm in the Paris Branch. Book clubs do require registration and run both inperson and virtually via zoom from September to November. The Writing Club meets on Thursdays from 2 4pm at the Burford Branch, and while drop ins are welcome, registration is recommended.

SENIORS’PROGRAMMING

Fall programming for seniors includes the popular Virtual Coffee Hour via Zoom on Wednesdays at 10am. In addition, the Seniors’ Dinner and Movie program invites participants to bring their own picnic and enjoy a classic film in cafe style seating, on the third Tuesday of the month at the Paris Branch.

In partnership with VON Canada, the Safety at Home for Seniors program promotes independence and mobility among older adults to allow them to stay healthy, safe, and strong at home This program is funded through Home and Community Care Support Services and will be offered at the Burford Branch on November 1st at 10 am. The library takes all members of the community into account, catering to a variety of interests, abilities, and availabilities.

“We’re constantly adapting to serve the public to the best of our ability. For example, our program offerings can be found in a few different formats and we try to offer something for everyone whether it’s an in person story time for kids, a virtual workshop on Wills and Powers of Attorney, or an author event at a local pub”, explains Gary Jermy, Outreach and Community Impact Coordinator at the County of Brant Public Library

KIDS, TWEENS, TEENS

As for kids, tweens, and teens programs, the choices are endless! In person programs include story time, STEAM, and Music and Movement programs catered for children aged 0 6 years old. The Early ON drop-in program invites children 0-6 years old with a parent or caregiver to play, learn, and explore on Tuesdays from 1 3pm at the Paris Branch. And the Parachute Program for moms and babies 0 12months, facilitated by experienced R E C E Jane Flinders, provides a place for moms

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and babies to share the joys and challenges of the first year All in need of support or could use someone to talk to are encouraged to join.

Fridays are Dungeons & Dragons Adventure days at the Paris Branch, for tweens and teens to investigate supernatural occurrences going on throughout the city. The Many Faces of Link features a Dungeons & Dragons/ Legend of Zelda Adventure for Tweens 10+, at the St. George Branch on Wednesdays And for those looking for volunteer hours, the Teen Reviewer Program is the way to go for those who enjoy reading, watching, or listening to items from the library collections

ALIBRARY IS MORE THAN SHELVES FULLOF BOOKS

Other fun seasonal programs include a Halloween Costume Exchange program, a Hallow Read Challenge, and a Frightfully Fun

Drop In event. So, if you’re kids are still looking for that perfect Halloween costume, visit the library to utilize the exchange program and bring home a festive book at the same time!

“I would encourage anyone who hasn’t used the Library in a while to visit. It’s no secret we love books but the public library of the 21st century has so much more to offer as well On a regular basis I encounter people who have no idea that we loan things like power drills, sewing machines, and metal detectors,” shares Jermy

The library certainly provides more than just a place to find books It is a place of community engagement, educational programs, freedom of expression, cultural awareness, and so much more. If you don’t have a library card yet, what are you waiting for?

To register and learn more about the programs and events, please visit brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Health and wellness kits

1.Children's gardening tools (forks, trowels, weeder for little hands)

2.Disc golf kit (two sets of discs, allowing you and a partner to play this popular sport)

3.Ergonomic gardening hand tools (ergonomic cultivator, trowel, and transplanter)

4.FitBit One activity and sleep trackers (monitor how many steps you take)

5.FitBit wristband trackers (online tracking of your steps, heart rate, and more)

6.Park passes: borrow a day pass (no overnight stays) for Grand River Conservation Authority or for Ontario Provincial Parks!

7.Physical literacy activity backpacks (includes balls, frisbees, a skipping rope, and more)

8.Pickleball Backpack (includes everything a duo needs to play pickleball)

9.SADD lamps (borrow a portable LED light therapy kit) Technology kits

1.BBC micro:bit basic starter kit (learn computer coding basics with this fun and easy LED kit; no internet required)

2.Fisher Price Code a Pillar toy (teaches curiosity, coding, and problem solving through play)

3.GoPro Hero 7 camera and adventure kit

4.GoPro Hero 7 camera kit with sports accessories

5.iPad 6 kits (iPads are preloaded with games and apps)

6.Launchpads (handheld smart tablets full of games and brain teasers; no internet required)

7.Makey Makey kits (learn computer coding and turn any object into a computer keyboard; no internet required)

8.Osmo starter kit (teaches logic and coding skills)

9.Osmo starter kit with iPad 2 (expand your coding knowledge with fun games)

10.Ozobot (learn computer coding by programming tiny golf ball sized robots)

To see more Gears & Gadgets click here!

Did you know you can borrow these items at the library?

Fire department wraps up Fire Prevention Week with open house at Paris Station 1

John Westerterp Jr. was one of many happy visitors who stopped by the Paris Fire Station 1 last Saturday during an open house to wrap up Fire Prevention Week. John Jr., who is supported by Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada, located in Paris, aspires to become a volunteer at the fire station someday. Until then,

he satisfies his desires by watching his favourite TV show, Chicago Fire. The Paris Station had activities set up to encourage families to have an escape plan. This year’s theme was ‘Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.’

Photo credit Stacey Poljanski

Outdoor Sketchers recreate historic Paris Clubhouse

The Paris Outdoor Sketchers group were on location again last weekend taking advantage of some nice fall weather as they interpreted the historic Paris Lawn Bowling Club, located on the banks of the Grand River. The group of local artists meet monthly and follow the manifesto of the global Urban Sketchers Group to draw on location and capture what they see from direct observation. You can find them sketching at historical locations throughout town. The group is open to anyone who wishes to join, the next meeting will move indoors to the Wincey Mills building in November Please find more details about the group online

Photo courtesy of Steve Howes

Kiwanis Club of Paris-Brant welcomes new members

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2022.

Willett Hospital Reunion

The Kiwanis Club of Paris Brant was very pleased to welcome three new members at the club’s October meeting. Samantha Smith was sponsored by Alli Skinner, Tim Risebrough was sponsored by Stan Hutchinson and Allison Bossert was sponsored by Sheila Moore. Pictured (top left) from left to right is new member Samantha Smith with President Chris Powles and Lieutenant Governor Nelson McClinchey. The club is delighted to welcome new members. If you would be interested in helping Kiwanis improve the lives of children in Brant County, please write to kiwanisparisbrant@gmail.com. You can learn more about what we do by visiting our website www.parisbrantkiwanis.org On October 11th , Lieutenant Governor Nelson McClinchey performed the annual Installation of Club Officers for the Kiwanis Club of ParisBrant. Photos submitted by the Kiwanis Club of Paris-Brant

ParisAgricultural Society, Home of the Paris Fair

Doors open at 4:30 pm, Social 5 6 pm Supper @ 6 pm by Strodes Music by Flashpoint DJ Cash Bar Tickets $40.00 Contact Diane Hammer (519)

Optimist Club recognizes long-standing member

Past Governor Gail Dolson presents Optimist George McDougall of the Paris Optimist Club with a certificate of appreciation for his 65 years of dedication to Optimist International. The heart of an Optimist is not measured in size but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. We are very proud to have George as a member of the Paris Optimist Club

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Hallmark movie shoots scene at Camp 31

Camp 31 was closed to patrons Monday night but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t plenty of action behind closed doors as a film crew transformed the interior of the local restaurant into a roadhouse to shoot scenes for a Hallmark movie titled “Maybe Next Time.”

The production spent 16 hours on site, filming for 12 of those hours with the remainder of the time spent setting up and tearing down the set, confirmed restaurant General Manager Rob Yurkiw. It was the first time a movie was shot at Camp 31, a restaurant best known for its award winning, mouth watering ribs.

The movie, Maybe Next Time, is a story of a timid, closeted teen who inherits her estranged father’s journal uncovering his secret life. To fulfill her father’s dying wish she must blackmail an alcoholic hearse driver to race her across the country to attempt a long shot rendezvous with her father’s long-time friend Liza Minelli. During her cross country journey, she stops at a roadhouse, which oddly resembles Camp 31!

You’ll have to watch the movie to see how it all plays out

Camp 31, located on Paris Road, is a real southern barbecue smokehouse originally from Brewton, Alabama. They serve award winning ribs both in restaurant and on the road at Rib Shows across the country. Submitted photo

ASTROLOGY

Aries: March 21 - April 19 (Fire)You are ready for more in your love life If you're in a relationship you want a commitment, if you are single you are ready to meet the one. Career is asking for you to step up and do more. Make sure if you agree, that they will pay you accordingly

Taurus: April 20 - May 20 (Earth)Do not be bossy You want what you want, the way you want it Wanting to get control of your love life and career is a great idea. But you are coming off stubborn and annoying. Try to remember this week that it is not what you say, it is how you say it

Gemini: May 21 - June 20 (Air)Trust is big to you You have to be able to trust all the people in your life. Lately you have been questioning whether you trust anyone at all Take a look at each person individually and try to find the root of the problem Is it someone who has done you wrong, or are you just being paranoid?

Cancer: June 21 July 22 (Water)

Keep the peace. You are stuck in the middle in love and work. Your love life is very one sided lately. Then you go to work and you are problem solving there also Time to take time away from any drama this week This will help to make things become clear to you quickly.

Leo: July 23 August 22 (Fire) You are trying really hard to balance your life. Unfortunately the energy around you does not support your efforts You will feel like you're running on the spot You should do some soul searching this week instead and make plans to do balancing things next week.

Virgo: August 23 - September 22 (Earth)- You spent the last week trying to control everything and now you are exhausted. You will have to begin to let go little by little this week. You will feel so much lighter by the weekend. Build a support system around you that allows for you to ask for help when you need it

Libra: September 23 October 22 (Air) You have been getting some bad love advice lately. Try stepping back and seek guidance from other people this week. Your career is not all you want it to be How can you change this? Communicating clearly will go a long way for you

Scorpio: October 23 November 21 (Water) Repetitive thoughts seem to be a thing this week. You may feel like you're going a bit crazy. What is really happening is that you are not facing those issues properly Some of these problems need action, not just thoughts When you take action the crazy feeling will go away.

Sagittarius: November 22 December 21 (Fire) You will feel a bit confused. People are definitely sending you mixed messages You will have to do some detective work to figure out who? Ask a lot of questions even if they are awkward. Ignoring and avoiding will lead to even more confusion.

Capricorn: December 22 January 19 (Earth)- Time to start saving You have been spending more than you are making lately. This is the week to sit down and figure out all your financial obligations. Then make out a proper budget. You will not feel better until you start to see more savings in your account.

Aquarius: January 20 –February 18 (Air) Love is coming at you from many angles You will feel pulled between two people You are searching for someone who checks all your boxes. Better make a list out and start comparing. Career is a bit off track because you are distracted by your love life

Pisces: February 19 - March 20 (Water) You have built up passion that needs to be used up. How are you going to use this energy? If you use it in love, then you are in for an intensely romantic week. If you use it on yourself, you are in for a physical makeover If you use it in your career, you will get rewarded for your efforts.

Horoscopes with Tina Graziano

Energy Reader

Tina Graziano was born an energy reader. She uses her gifts to heal and guide others as a life coach. If you need support and insight in life, contact Tina for an energy reading directly online at https://www.facebook.com /Tina.Graziano.Energy.Read

Showtimes for Galaxy Cinemas Brantford For Saturday October 22, 2022

Showtimes for Black Adam Black Adam 12:00p.m. 12:30p.m. 3:10p.m. 3:40p.m. 6:20p.m. 6:50p.m. 9:20p.m. 9:50p.m.

Showtimes for Halloween Ends Halloween Ends 1:30p.m. 4:00p.m. 4:30p.m. 6:50p.m. 7:20p.m. 9:30p.m. 10:10p.m.

Showtimes for Ticket to Paradise Ticket to Paradise 1:20p.m. 4:10p.m. 7:00p.m. 10:00p.m.

Showtimes for Smile Smile 12:50p.m. 3:50p.m.6:45p.m. 9:40p.m.

Showtimes for Lyle, Lyle Crocodile Lyle, Lyle Crocodile 12:40p.m. 3:30p.m. 6:15p.m. 9:00p.m.

Showtimes for Don't Worry Darling Don't Worry Darling 12:10p.m. 3:20p.m. 6:30p.m.

Showtimes for The Woman King The Woman King 9:35p.m.

Showtimes for Bros Bros 1:00p.m.

Showtimes for Shrek the Third Shrek the Third 11:00a.m.