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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-10-13, Page 9THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2016. PAGE 9. Custom daylily bred for Wawanosh anniversary Custom-made Mike Falconer at Falhaven Farms in Central Huron has custom -bred another daylily for the area. First it was one for the 2017 International Plowing Match in Walton, then it was for the Blyth 140th celebration next year, now it's the brilliant golden flower for the East Wawanosh anniversary celebration next year. The working name for the flower is East Wawanosh Gold and it is in high demand as it's expected extremely limited quantities of the flower won't even be available until next fall. It's more likely that the flower will be available to most in the spring Of 2018. (Photo submitted) Similar to the Blyth 140th anniversary and its Belle of Blyth, the East Wawanosh 2017 Committee has commissioned the creation of a custom daylily to help mark the occasion. What an honour Charlie Shaw, right, was honoured at a recent meeting of the Blyth Lions Club for his 55 years of service with the club. Shaw received a Chevron Award for reaching the milestone. District A9 Governor Gary Wood was on hand to present Shaw with his award. (Photo submitted) While a name has yet to be finalized, the committee is working with East Wawanosh Gold to describe the golden yellow flower, which has been custom -bred by Mike Falconer of Falhaven Farms in Central Huron. Organizer Vicky Bremner came up with the idea, piggybacking on the concept from the International Plowing Match 2017 Committee, who brought Falconer on board for their daylily. Bremner was helped along by Neil and Joan Vincent, who are also working with her for the township anniversary. "It's a beautiful, unique flower with the fringing along the edge," said Joan. "It's a simple, but elegant bright and unique flower." Because Falconer has custom -bred the flower, Bremner says the earliest daylilies will be available next Read Rhea Hamilton Seeger's Gardening column on the Huron Home and Garden Guide section of our website www.northhuron.on.ca By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen spring, although they are already spoken for due to the demand. She hopes there will be limited quantities available in the fall. When Falconer was interviewed for the International Plowing Match flower, he said that it takes two or three years to custom breed a flower and the East Wawanosh flower needs more time, meaning that for many the flower won't be available until 2018. Bremner says the flower won't be "established" enough in 2017. Over 50 daylilies have already been requested. As demand grows, Bremner says a raffle may have to be held. If you're interested in getting your hands on one of these in -demand daylilies, contact Bremner at 519- 523-4870. Orders can also be requested through the East Wawanosh Anniversary page on Facebook. Drug forum in Goderich Oct. 19 If you have no clue what a "Bong" is or a hit of "E" looks like or if you think "Ice" is only for skating on then you may want to set aside the evening of Oct. 19 on your calendar. The ministry of the Attorney General's Huron County Youth Justice Committee Program is holding an upcoming Drug Education Forum in Goderich on Oct. 19 between 7 and 9 p.m. at the Salvation Army located at 303 Suncoast Drive East. A special presentation by a member of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Drug Action Team (CDAT) will give parents, youth workers, teachers and any other interested community members the information they need to know when it comes to drugs. This visual presentation will touch on relevant topics such as: drug identification, the effects of drugs on the body, drug paraphernalia, prescription misuse and abuse, street lingo, emerging drugs and safety concerns. Huron OPP will also have on hand interactive alcohol and marijuana "Fatal Vision" goggles. These goggles are designed to stimulate some of the cognitive and physical effects of the impairment by alcohol and marijuana. Additionally, the Huron County Health Unit will have resources available for parenting youth and how parents can prevent or delay underage drinking. "One of our goals with the Drug Education Forum is to engage parents and arm them with as much information as possible on a topic that isn't common knowledge for most. With some increased awareness and knowledge, parents will be in a better position to identify the warning signs of illicit drug use. It is very difficult to have a conversation with your son or daughter if you don't know the language or have any idea what they are talking about. This is an excellent opportunity to get informed on a topic that touches so many of our youth today," said Huron County Youth Justice Committee Chair and Huron County Crown Attorney, Teresa Donnelly. "We know drug traffickers and distributors can reach into our communities, large and small. We also understand the serious and devastating impacts of the illegal use and abuse of drugs can have on a community's safety and well-being. With that being said, we are very pleased to have the opportunity to partner with the Youth Justice Committee to bring this informative Drug Education Forum to the residents of Huron County. Collaboratively with our community partners, citizens and neighbours we can build safer and healthier communities," said Huron OPP Detachment Commander, Inspector Jason Younan. Seating is limited, so please kindly RSVP prior to Oct. 17 to david.duncan@start.ca Please join the Huron community Family Health Team and the Huron East/Brussels Community Development Trust as we welcome Dr. Bradley Ross to the Brussels community. Social Meet and Greet Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Brussels Medical -Dental Centre Ribbon Cutting and Introductions at 6:00 pm Light refreshments will be provided. The Huron community Family Health Team and the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance are pleased to announce that Family Physician DR. BRADLEY ROSS joined our Team October 1, 2016 Practicing out of the Brussels Medical -Dental Centre and accepting patients from Brussels and Surrounding area. If you wish to be a patient please visit our website at www.hcfht.ca and click on the New Patient tab or call 519-600-2273 x268 ALL NEW PATIENTS WELCOME!