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Residents of, and visitors to, the Village of Bayfield have a "once in a lifetime" opportunity to
acquire about 1,000 feet of riverbank natural area within the old village boundaries and a
community group is now seeking donations to help acquire these 4.74 acres.
A group of committed volunteers including: Helen Varekamp, Jack Pal, David MacLaren, Roma
Harris, Kirsten Harrett, Gayle Waters, Ray Letheren, Larry Dalton, Doug Vanderhaar, Mike
Dixon, Wayne McKaig, Sandy Scotchmer and Dave Gillians, who are sponsored by the
Bayfield River Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) have, on behalf of the community, negotiated
an 'Offer to Purchase' (conditional on financing) to buy the 'River Flats' property, to the
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Nolan Geddis, who was a big fan of the old statue, welcomed
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Immediate southeast of the Bayfield Bridge. Captain Harry to Main Street on Saturday morning. (Photo by
Doug Brown)
The total cost, including all legal and fund raising costs will be $70,000. The financing condition The Main Street Sailor's name was unveiled
must be met by Nov. 30. Following the closing on Jan. 31, 2017, the property will be Saturday morning just before the start of the Bayfield
transferred immediately to the Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy (HTLTC), to ensure that it Agricultural Society's annual parade, Aug. 20. And he
will remain part of the community's legacy in perpetuity. shall forthwith be known as Captain Harry.
A long-term management agreement between the BRVTA and the HTLTC will ensure that the Those in attendance listened as Doug Brown,
property will be maintained, improved and transformed. president of the Bayfield Historical Society (BAS),
shared some of the history of the original sailor. As
This privately owned property has been underutilized, except by some ardent fishing well, he thanked Ralph Laviolette, the volunteer
enthusiasts, for over 100 years. It was once home to the Thomson grist and sawmill. Once the archivist for the BAS, who over the last two years has
property becomes controlled by and for the village, the design possibilities and community managed the fund raising, construction, installation,
driven potential uses for this riverbank property are extensive. preserving and painting of the statue.
Imagine a forested setting beside the river, within the village of Bayfield, that encourages
Donations from residents of our village and support
natural play and learning opportunities. Where children can explore and discover, where dog
from Melissa Silva made the creation of the sailor
lovers can socialize with their pets, where benches and picnic tables are strategically placed
possible using local crafts persons: Colin Brown, of
for those who want to just sit beside the river in quiet reflection, a great spot for fishing, a place
London; David Loerchner, of DL Creations, Cody
where canoe and kayaking enthusiasts can launch and in winter, can be used for an exciting
Moon, of Over the Moon Painting, and Heather
toboggan run. Could this be a location for a butterfly garden, an eagle's nest or a memorial
Church, of Gestalt, all of Bayfield.
arboretum with native trees?
A committee of the BHS chose the name from
This is a now or never opportunity! If the community doesn't acquire it now, the Ministry of
suggestions submitted with donations. He stands
Transportation may make decisions during the new bridge construction that will change
ready once again for photos.
Bayfield's access to the naturalized area along the river forever or this privately owned property
could be closed to public access.
COUNCILOR'S CORNER
Tax-deductible donations in amounts over $50 can be made payable to the Bayfield River
Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) at Main Street Optometric in Bayfield. "Bayfield River Flats" T -
Shirts or tote bags will be offered to the first 200 contributors for donations of $250 or more. A
A couple pertinent topics of interest at the next
"crowd funding" program is being set up through the website www.BayfieldRiverFlats.ca so that
Councilor's Corner may be of interest to community
donors from all over the world who cherish Bayfield can help. Follow, Like and Share us on
members: the discontinuation of the Advanced Care
Facebook at www. bayfield rive rflats. ca and follow us on Twitter using
Paramedic Services will be revisited and the Bayfield
Hashtag#BayfieldRiverFlats.
Bridge Replacement will be reviewed.
By Nov. 30th, Bayfield supporters will know if the village's future includes public access to a
Councilor's Corner will be held on a different date
beautiful riverside setting.
than usual due to the Bayfield Community Fair being
held this week. The meeting has been rescheduled
for Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Bayfield Community
RUN41UDS TO RAISE FUNDS TO MAKE
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MEMPHIS WISH COME TRUE
This months focus topics:
Advanced Care Paramedic Services: continued
discussions regarding the counties decision to cancel
this service and an update will be given. Further
questions and discussions will be welcomed.
Bayfield Bridge Replacement: The Bridge is an
important part of the future of the village as it links
the two halves of the community together, provides
the only walking access for boaters and acts as the
gate to the village from the north. Year round walk -
ability, safety and aesthetics were the common
themes given to the MTO and consultants. The MTO
as well as the consultant will be showing the
conceptual drawings based on the feedback they
received from residents and what is in the budget.
BHS SPEAKERS SERIES
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Scotiabank in Goderich hosted a hot dog barbecue on Aug. 19 to help raise funds for the VHS Run4Kids event
for Make -A -Wish coming up on Sept. 4. Serving up hotdogs to hungry customers were Julia Baker (right), of
Scotiabank, and Jackie Loebach, of VHS. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
The 4th Annual Run4Kids event will be held on Labour Day weekend, Sunday Sept. 4. The
run/walk will be raising funds to grant a very special wish for a Huron County Make -A -Wish
child - nine year-old Memphis. And his wish is to meet his favorite YouTube star!
Memphis has Cystic Fibrosis but this doesn't deter him — he plays hockey and does triathlons
He loves video games and building Lego. He has a cat named Trader and a dog known as
Lightning.
So before heading back to school and a regular work schedule consider supporting Memphis
by running or walking around Bayfield in all of its "end of summer" glory.
Once again the Virtual High School (VHS) and the Bayfield Optimist Club are teaming up to
raise enough funds for Memphis' wish to be granted.
"Each runner will receive a race kit containing some fun surprises," said Emily Santos, with
VHS. "We will have live entertainment by Mike Graham, face -painting, raffle prizes, awards,
snacks and hydration and more!"
"Even though this is a competitive race we are adding a fun element to it by opening it up to
teams and families. Participants are encouraged to come out in their best outfits and help us
grant a wish," said Cathy Fisher, a member of the Bayfield Optimist Club.
The first Virtual High School Run4Kids was held in 2012.
"We were originally inspired (to organize the first run) by one of our very own students, Will
Frassinelli. He has been battling brain cancer for over ten years," said Santos.
Then last year the focus was on supporting the Make -A -Wish SWO, she said.
"With last years' proceeds of $6,000, we were able to grant the wish of a Huron County child —
Reiko, a five year-old boy who is living with an inherited skeletal disorder. His wish was to take
a trip to his favorite theme park in Orlando, Florida. With the help of our community, Reiko's
wish came true."
On the day of the event, site registration will open at 7:30 a.m. The race will begin promptly at
9 a.m. with awards to follow at 10:15 a.m. to the top two male and female finishers in each age
category. Twenty-five dollars will be given to first place in each category and $50 to first place
overall in each gender group.
From now until Sept. 2 the entrance fee will be $35 and from Sept. 3 to the start of the race the
fee will be $40. Children under the age of 12 years can register for $10 and there is also a
Bonnie Sitter
Bonnie Sitter, of Exeter, is the next guest speaker
scheduled as part of the Bayfield Historical Society
(BHS) Speakers Series. The meeting will be held one
week later than usual on Aug. 29.
Sitter is the daughter of a 161 st Battalion Soldier L.V.
Hogarth.
She will talk about the events being organized
around Bayfield and the county to mark the 100th
anniversary of the 161st Battalion leaving Huron
County for WWI on Thanksgiving weekend 1916.
Her father enlisted just days after he turned 18 with
plans to follow his brother John who served with the
5th Canadian Mounted Rifles (Quebec Regiment).
Stories that her dad brought home and stories about
him and his service will be told at the meeting to be
held at the Bayfield Lions' Community Building
starting at 7:30 p.m.
Sitter is one of the people behind the book, "The
Beauty and Bounty of Huron County". She will also
talk briefly about a new book that should be
published this fall — "Lest We Forget 161 st Battalion
of Huron".
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family rate of $50 for two adults up to a maximum of three children. # shopping_basket
Anyone who would like to just donate to Make -A -Wish to grant a wish to a local child with a life
threatening illness can visit www.vhsrun4kids.com or call Fisher at 519 482-5557. She will
collect the donation and send personal info in for a tax receipt for any donation over $20.
To learn more visit the VHS Run4Kids website listed above or go to www.makeawishswo.ca.
FORK LIGHTNING AND FIREWORKS
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A personal grocery shopping and errand service has
been launched in Bayfield. Shop4You Bayfield aims
to provide service for anyone needing assistance
with grocery shopping or errands.
Home4Good Bayfield identified the need for a
personal shopping service earlier this year.
Home4Good is a community-based group seeking to
ensure that services are available so that older
people and those with mobility challenges can
continue to live in their own homes in Bayfield.
It quickly became clear that many people, not only
seniors, could benefit from the services of a personal
grocery shopping and errand service: busy
professionals, new parents, patients recovering at
home and the growing number of individuals who
choose to use their vehicles less or live without a
vehicle.
MPP Lisa Thompson proved she had what it took to win the dignitary competition with a time of 2 minutes and
Shop4You Bayfield founder Mary Brown is excited
four seconds just one second ahead of MP Ben Lobb.
about the opportunity to provide this service to
Editor's Note: The 160th Bayfield Community Fair is now one for the history books. There are
Bayfield area residents. Brown is former owner of
several people who organize and volunteer at this time honored event who should not feel
The Village Bookshop, and currently manages the
guilty about putting their feet up for a couple days before they start planning the 161st. Such is
Bayfield Farmers' Market. Her first customer found
the dedication of all of the folks that work tirelessly to come up with new ideas to keep an old
her before she had even formally launched the
fair fresh. One such person, Director Doug Yeo took a few minutes earlier this week to reflect
business.
on the weekend... what follow are his thoughts:
"A woman from the Niagara area had me deliver
Reflections and highlights after the 160th fair seen through the eyes of a Director.
groceries to a friend who had just moved in to a new
home near Goderich. A staff member at Bayfield
Foodland gave her my name," said Brown.
How does the service work? Customers provide a
grocery and errand list, set up a delivery time and
Shop4You Bayfield does the rest. Delivery days are
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday after 6 p.m. and
Saturday between noon and 6 p.m. Orders are
generally delivered on the delivery day after the list is
received. Same day service is sometimes possible.
Payment is due when the order is delivered.
Shop4You Bayfield accepts cash, cheque, e -transfer
and credit cards.
To learn more about Shop4You Bayfield, please call
Brown at 519 275-0781 or visit the website
www.shop4youbayfield.com.
CALENDAR LAUNCH
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Three "ribbers" kept taste buds dancing at the Bayfield Community Fair Ribfest on the evening of Aug. 19.
Smackwater Jacks, of Grand Bend, Devin Tabor, of Bon Vivant Chef and Catering, and Brian Garnet, from Let
the Flames Begin. (Photo by John Pounder)
Barbecues aflame always offer up a smell that make taste buds want whatever is cooking. The
ribs and corn were popular and added a wonderful spirit of excitement right at the beginning of
the fair.
The dignitary competition brought out the competitive spirit among MP Ben Lobb, and MPP
Lisa Thompson. In the end even with many comments being thrown to add pressure while
completing tasks of tying a bag, sewing a button and peeling an apple, Thompson came out
victorious by one second over Lobb. Elaine Rennie, the president of the Ontario Association of
Agricultural Societies (OAAS) came third.
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Kathryn Chant, of Grenville County, is the 2015-16
Ontario Queen of the Furrow. She took part in the
opening ceremonies of the Bayfield Community Fair
on Aug. 19 and then was challenged to tie up a bag
of potatoes in the dignitary competition.
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MP Ben Lobb brought forth greetings at the opening
ceremonies and then was tasked with sewing a
button on a piece of fabric.
It is amazing how after a full summer of drought, the fair could be rained on every day. Wild
thunderstorms rolled in just before our scheduled fireworks, gentle rain fell during the David
Wilcox performance and when people were leaving the skies opened their floodgates, and on
Sunday a light rain also ended the fair somewhat early.
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The calendar cover photo is called "Gem of a Neighbour".
(Photo by Jane Seifried)
The new 2017 Bayfield Calendar, a joint project of
the Bayfield Lions' Club and the Photography Club of
Bayfield (PCoB), was launched at the Bayfield
Farmers' Market on Aug. 19.
The 13 photos, includes the cover, were selected
from amongst over 290 submissions and offer a look
at Bayfield "from a different perspective".
The calendars are now on sale for $10 and can be
purchased at The Village Bookshop, Bayfield
Foodland and the Bayfield Archives and Heritage
Centre during regular business hours and from
Justyne Chojnacki as well as a number of local clubs
and organizations including the PCoB.
Matted prints of the calendar images were unveiled at the
Bayfield Farmer's Market on Aug. 19. Helping with the launch
were Justyne Chojnacka, Lion Jack Pal and Lion Dave
Nearingburg. (Submitted photo)
Each of the selected photos has been enlarged and
professionally double -matted to a 16x20 size ready
for framing and are being offered to the public
through a silent auction. Although bids may be
entered any time in the Heritage Centre, where the
photos and bid sheets will be on display during open
hours, the actual formal silent auction will take place
on Sept. 3 at the "Sunset on Summer" BBQ event
taking place at the Bayfield Town Hall from 4:30-7
p.m. at which point the winners will be declared.
Organizers note that the calendars make wonderful
gifts and mementos of Bayfield. All proceeds from
calendar sales and the silent auction go towards
supporting Lions activities throughout the community.
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The fireworks were absolutely spectacular and made more special with lightning flashing in the
distance behind the fireworks. This occurred just after clearing the tent area because of the
lightning all around.
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the span of two days. There are miniature, light,
Friesian, and heavy horses. As well the King
Lyn Precision Team demonstrated
horsemanship with the routines they did with
music.
Zach Wells amazed many people as he used
his unicycle to travel all around the fair grounds
to share some magic tricks.
The exhibits always amaze. With the dry
weather there were still reasonably sized
vegetables and flowers on display. Surprisingly
some of the sections had increased numbers of
exhibits.
SUNSET ON SUMMER
There are just 11 days until the Bayfield Town Hall
Heritage Society (BTHHS) third annual "Sunset on
Summer" Chicken BBQ on Sept. 3 on the grounds of
the Bayfield Town Hall (and in case of rain at the
Bayfield Arena).
The event runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. will feature BBQ
chicken cooked during the picnic, along with baked
beans, coleslaw, a roll and dessert. Those who would
like to attend are invited to bring their weekend
guests or enjoy take-out.
Entertainment will be provided by Bayfield
singer/songwriter Josh Geddis and the group "Safe
as Milk". Activities include a "Kiddy Korner" (with help
from the Purple Peony) for the children and a cash
bar for adults.
The inflatables were a hit for many ages. The
The adult ticket price is $20 and children 12 years
bouncy castle made many of the little ones
and younger are $10. The proceeds from this event
emerge with red faces as they expended a lot
will go towards building up the Town Hall reserve
of energy bouncing and running. A secret
fund, which was sadly depleted by the beautiful,
The theme of the fair was "No kidding, we're 160!" meeting of several Directors took place when
recently installed, new roof.
So, of course, goats had to be available for petting. the inflatables were being taken away. The
Ticketscene.ca or Eventbrite.ca can be used to
climbing tower was left up and Bayfield
purchase tickets or call the Town Hall at 519 565 -
Agricultural Society President Jentje Steenbeek took the lead in going up to the very top.
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Directors of varying ages followed him and one Director's father was coerced in taking the
shortly.
climb. Everyone was successful; the return to the base was not particularly graceful for many.
The Odd Soul Collective is a group of various musicians from around the Exeter area who perform Soul music.
The band was formed in the summer of 2015 and performed at Bayfield Ribfest on Friday night. The band
consists of Adam Hayter (lead vocals), Joe Pavkeje (guitar), Jessica Pfaff (keys), Dan Pavkeje (drums), Dan
Nogueira (Bass), Brad Robinson (Bari Sax), Sara McEwan (Tenor Sax), and Andrew Gill (Trumpet).
What a crowd developed for the Wilcox concert. The music certainly appealed to a large
number of people and they appreciated being able to hear them in Bayfield.
The reading by Blyth Festival's Gil Garrett was riveting. His presentation of a few excerpts from
Blyth's play "The Last Donnelly Standing" captured everyone's imagination of life back in early
Lucan's history. Being able to take the roles of several characters is a challenge and happened
effortlessly.
The children's games took the form of some old fashioned activities. On Sunday one very
young girl stole the show when she decided that trying to catch ducks in a pool wasn't
interesting enough so she climbed into the tiny pool and proceeded to splash away
contentedly.
The discovery tent was very popular and many found that discovering new things can be lots of
fun.
The Town Hall Box Office will be open Tuesday
afternoons from 2-4 p.m. and Thursday mornings
from 10 a.m. to noon to buy or pick up tickets.
Tiickets are also available at the Farmers' Market on
Fridays, and at One Care Fitness Classes.
The committee overseeing this BBQ is looking for
volunteers to help with the event. Anyone interested
is asked to please call Sandy at 519 565-2830 or
email her at sscotchmer@rogers.com.
TAI CHI
People from all walks of life and across the world tell
how the practice of Taoist Tai Chi® arts has relieved
stress, provided deep relaxation, given their bodies
balance and strength, helped with pain, lifted spirits
and even changed their outlook on life.
Beginner classes are being offered in Bayfield
starting in September. All are welcome to attend
these classes taught by an accredited, volunteer
instructor.
An Open House and free class will be held on
Thursday, Sept. 8 from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Bayfield
Town Hall. Beginner classes will continue on
Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. at the Town Hall.
For more information call Doug at 519 565-5187.
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Others will no doubt have other memorable
moments not touched on here by Yeo.
Hopefully some of these can be found in the 40
images captured over the weekend and
published in this week's Bayfield Breeze.
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Instead of a traditional midway at this year's fair the
Inflatables were back. Youngsters of all ages were
able to test themselves on a 24 -foot rock tower with
three different challenge levels.
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Odd Soul Collective lead vocalist, Adam Hayter
emoted while Bass Guitarist, Dan Nogueira played.
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Caitlin Stone visited the fair from London, England
and was very intrigued by the opportunity to try
knife throwing.
One Care will be offering seated exercises classes
starting Wednesday, Sept. 7.
These classes will run every Monday and
Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. (same time as Total Body
Fit 2). All exercises, except balance, can be
performed while on a chair. Balance exercises can
be done standing beside a chair.
If you are new to exercise or looking for a different
exercise format, these Sit/Fit Classes may just fit the
bill.
A "demonstration" class will be held on Monday, Aug.
15 in the community room at the arena at 10:30 a.m.
All are welcome to either participate or observe and
discover if this new class might suit their needs.
LIBRARY FRIENDS AGM
There is a motion on the table at the upcoming
Annual General Meeting of the Friends of the
Bayfield Library (FOBL) to be held on Sept. 15.
The following motion will be presented at that time for
consideration:
"That two new Board members from the FOBL
membership be appointed to the Board of Directors
subject to the resignation of two current Board
members."
FOBL members are requested to attend the meeting
that will be held in the Bayfield Library Community
Room at 7 p.m. so that they might cast their vote.
TRIP A MONTH
TRIP -a -
MONTH
Support the Bluewater Area Family Health Team
(BAFHT) and earn a chance to win a great vacation
at the same time.
The BAFHT Trip a Month Draw will start in January
2017. Only 300 tickets will be sold and at $135 per
ticket, there are 12 chances for your ticket to win —
that's just $11.25 per month! And perhaps most
importantly even if you win, your name is returned to
the draw for another chance.
The draw will be made the first business Friday of the
month at the BAFHT clinic (the following business
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The Huron County Chuckers hosted a display where youngsters could try their hand at knife and axe throwing.
(Photo by John Pounder)
Mayor of Bluewater, Tyler Hessel, brought his own cheering section to the stage in claughter, Rory. Hesse[ was
one of the opening night dignitaries who were challenged to an old fashioned timed skills competition. One of
the skills was peeling an apple.
YOUTH AND JUNIORS ON THE RISE
Another very successful Rise2Fame competition was held Aug. 19 at the Bayfield Community
Fair. The level of talent rises each year and we were pleased to host contestants from as far
away as St. Marys, ON and Thedford, ON as well as local talent.
Bayfield Preliminary Junior Rise2 Fame Winners: first, Claire Partridge and Myra Caldwell,
dance duet "Mario Brothers'; second, Hillary Harkes, vocal solo; third, Maddox Carruthers,
Hailey Turnbull, Main Wilcox, Braylen Classen and Madison Harries, dance ensemble from
Thedford, "Born to Be Wild'; Genesta Dunbar also qualified for the Western Fair Quarter Finals
with her solo "Blue Cinderella."
Bayfield Preliminary Youth Rise2Fame Winners: first, Kathryn Peach, of Blyth, vocal solo, "I
Dreamed a Dream"; second, Rory McLachlan, variety solo and guitar performing an original
piece, "Foolish Boy'; third, Paige Woodburn, dance, "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds".
day in the case of an overlap with an official holiday).
Tickets are available from BAFHT Board Directors
and at the front desk at the clinic. Payment can be
made by cheque, cash, VISA and Master Card.
Contact Paula Kroll at the BAFHT
paulabafht@hay.net for more details.
ORCHARD ELECTED
Brenda Orchard
Brenda Orchard
On Aug. 18, at the Annual Conference of the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) in
Toronto, ON, Chief Administrative Officer, for the
County of Huron, Brenda Orchard was elected to the
AMO Board of Directors, County Caucus. As a
member of the Board Orchard will help set policy for
the Association and serve as a key municipal leader
in the province.
"AMO benefits from membership from across the
province, and a Board that reflects the diversity of
Ontario's municipal governments to that end, I am
pleased to have Brenda on the 2016-18 Board team,"
said AMO President, Lynn Dollin.
AMO's key advocacy priorities are focused on
achieving fiscal sustainability for municipal
governments, advancing federal, provincial
partnerships for infrastructure and strengthening
municipal legislative authority to advance local
economic prosperity and environmental sustainability.
AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost
all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO
supports strong and effective municipal government
in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal
government as a vital and essential component of
Ontario and Canada's political system.
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Dr. Rich Samuell at Main Street Optometric wants to
let Bayfield residents know that full eye health
examinations are available at his Bayfield
office. Examinations are fully covered by OHIP for
children and teens, seniors, and those with diabetes.
Main Street Optometric uses current technology
including a "no -puff' eye pressure check, as well as
digital retinal photography to monitor for eye
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Other performers qualifying for the Western Fair included, Keira Sheppard for her vocal solo,
"Always a Bridesmaid"; Jager Hansen, for his guitar and vocals, "Sylvia's Mother', and St.
Marys band "Flywheel' consisting of Cormick Wheeler, Anthony Pollock and Jared and Jacob
Bieber.
"The competition becomes fiercer each year with more and more talented acts taking the stage
and making the judge's jobs more difficult," said Emcee Willi Laurie, who also helps organize
the event.
She expressed thanks to the Bayfield Optimist Club and Bayfield Agricultural Society as well as
to Charlie Kalbfleisch for organizing. The efforts of the judges Heather Dawe, Sarah Broadfoot
and Ivan Raczyski, of 94.5 Classic Rock, were very much appreciated.
"The judges not only deliberated on the winners but also provided evaluations and next steps
for the competitors. We encourage all of our competitors to keep working on their skills and try
out again," said Laurie.
The evening couldn't have happened without the efforts of timer Mary Anne Robinson and
sound tech Gerard Creces.
"A special feature of the evening was during the break when Junior Western Fair Rise2Fame
winner Emily Plumsteel, who qualified in the 2015 Clinton competition performed two numbers
for the audience," said Laurie. "Emily was very inspirational and a true testament to the hard
work excelling in the arts requires."
Emily performed "Let Me Entertain You" and "Human' for the crowd. She is currently training in
Burlington for the Team Canada Dance Team and will be attending the world championship in
Germany on Oct. 21-31 this fall. She recently won the "Sights and Sounds Festival" in Hanover
and scored an RESP for her future education.
"Emily will be competing Monday, Aug. 21 in the Rising Stars competition at the CNE in
Toronto and we wish her all the very best of luck," said Laurie. She helped the contestants
believe that with the same hard work and dedication, they can be successful, too! Good luck to
our winners and qualifiers as they enter the next phase of the competition."
HAYTER'S SPONSOR EXAM ROOM
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Hayter's Turkey Farm, in Dashwood, is a staunch community supporter and donated $15,000 to sponsor an
examination room at the new Bluewater Area Family Health Team (BAFHT) facility in Zurich. Joanne (Hayter)
Maguire stopped by the clinic recently with Bill Archibald, chairman of the BAFHT Fundraising Committee, to
see how construction work at the site was progressing. With the long, dry summer, construction is running
well ahead of schedule with completion of the project targeted for the spring of 2017. (Submitted photo)
conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration and
diabetic retinopathy. Please call 519 565-2300 to
schedule an appointment.
The community will be saddened to learn that a
dedicated member of the Bayfield Lions' Club died
last week at the age of 84.
Lloyd Huffman died peacefully in the presence of
family at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital
(AMGH) in Goderich on Aug. 19. He was the beloved
husband of Lois Mason. His first wife Jeannette
Huffman predeceased him in 1986. He was a loving
father to Veronica and Crystal and special stepfather
to Randy, Larry, Doug and Mark. He was the adoring
grandfather to 17 grandchildren and 10 great-
grandchildren.
Huffman was a lifetime member of the Lions Club
and served his country in the Canadian Forces. He
was an avid outdoorsman and a duck carver.
A funeral service was held on Aug. 22 at Falconer
Funeral Homes — Bluewater Chapel in Goderich with
interment in Bayfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers
donations to the Palliative Care Unit at AMGH or
Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides would be
greatly appreciated. Condolences may be left at
www.falconerfuneralhomes.com.
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BUSINESS CENTRE ON THE MOVE
The Huron Small Business Enterprise Centre is moving to 54 West Street in Goderich in early
September. The centre has been housed in the Huron Business Centre in Seaforth for 15
years along with the Huron Business Development Corporation. The centre will now operate
within the office of the County of Huron Economic Development Department.
"We are looking forward to working out of the new office in Goderich," said Business Advisor at
thecentre, Kim Postma. "We will have more space to help support businesses and
entrepreneurs in the area."
The centre supports small business owners and entrepreneurs through a variety of services
including free business consultations, assistance in business registration, business plan
reviews, workshops and networking opportunities. Workshops and seminars will continue to be
delivered in municipalities across the county this fall.
"We work with a variety of people to meet the needs of local businesses," said Postma. "Local
municipalities have offered us workshop and seminar space and we will continue to provide our
services throughout Huron County."
Details of the fall workshop schedule will be released soon. In the meantime, interested
individuals can contact the centre at 519 527-0305.
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Members of the Mocha Shriners Mini Cars from Stratford have as much fun being in the parade as the crowd
does watching (maybe more). (Photo by John Pounder)
PHOTOS AND STORY BY MELODY
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Saturday dawned hot and humid so shade trees
were a very desirable location from under which to
view the Bayfield Fall Fair Parade on Aug. 20. The
parade made its way along Main and John Streets
at the stroke of 11 o'clock and at its end folks were
encouraged to follow along to Agriculture Park for
the 160th Bayfield Community Fair.
The Parade Marshall this year was former Mayor
of Bluewater, Bill Dowson. The Bayfield Lions'
Club, Paul Bunyan Campground, Municipality of
Bluewater, Den Way Auto Body and the Bluewater
Golf Course were the parade sponsors. For the
first time the Bayfield Arena Community Partners
Association organized the parade on behalf of the
Bayfield Agricultural Society.
Four bands performed for the crowds as they
walked along the route nicely spaced between
vintage vehicles and tractors and youngsters on
decorated bicycles. The Strafford Police Band,
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In addition to the many enthusiastic Dance Techniques members dancing down the parade route the studio
from Clinton included a young lady doing some acrobatics in the back of a truck.
Even the family dog enjoyed greeting people along the parade route as members of the Mocha Shriners
Jeepsters drove their shiny red vehicles along John Street.
Clinton Legion 140 Pipes and Drums Band,
Seaforth All Girls Marching Band and The
Commissioner's Own Pipes and Drums (OPP)
kept many a foot a tapping as they marched by.
The Shriner's presence always adds flair to the
festivities and they did not disappoint with
representation from the Mocha Motor Corps,
Bluewater Shrine Club Fire Brigade, Mocha
Temple Road Runners, and the Mocha Jeepsters
Unit.
And of course it wouldn't' be a Bayfield Fair
Parade with out riders on horseback. This year a
crew of two went high tech with a truck with
buckets and a shovel in the flatbed ready to clean
up after the horses — adding a bit of small town
humor to the parade for visitors.
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Bluewater, Bill Dowson. (Photo by John Pounder)
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Tom and Deb Grasby represented the late 60s while they
walked their foster Guide Dog Essex in the parade. This
pup is sure growing up fast!
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Bayfield Librarian extraordinaire Jamie Thomas, caused a stir along with several other familiar faces from Main
Street businesses as they strolled and cycled along the route wearing vintage fashions from JMR Collections.
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The Village Bookshop Silkies took a jaunt in their buggy demonstrating that even poultry love a parade.
Erin Samuell wore vintage from JMR Collections while pedalling Bayfield's beautiful tap water.
The public were treated to four bands in the parade
including the Legion Branch 140 Clinton Pipes and Drums.
Skating Coach Jody Whetstone helped carry a banner in
the parade while representing the Bayfield Skating Club.
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Legion Branch 140 Clinton Pipes and Drums was just one of four bands that played along the route. The
Seaforth All Girls Marching Band, the Stratford Police Band and The Commissioners Own Pipes and Drums
(Ontario Provincial Police) also participated.
This entry paid homage to the Rio Olympics with swimmers sporting bronze, silver and gold!
Mikayla Andrew, and Mom Nikki, delighted those who
watched the parade with their charming miniature entry.
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An Arabian themed equestrian entry closed out the parade.
Tyler Brady, of Bayfield, drove a military vehicle in the
parade.
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There wasn't a Corvette in sight but Mary Ellen and Brian Coombs still rode in style.
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Ian Siertsema, of Bayfield, drove an antique tractor in the parade.
The Stratford Police Band performed for the crowds lining the parade route.
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Hay Mutual Insurance entered a gleaming vintage
automobile into the parade. (Photo by John Pounder)
The presence of The Commissioners Own Pipes and Drums
(OPP) band is always a special treat. (Photo by John
Pounder)
These shriner cars may be tiny but their drivers feel the
need for speed! (Photo by John Pounder)
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Joan Verner, of Bayfield, took top prize for her entry in the Machine Quilted Quilt Competition. Her quilt was
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PHOTOS AND STORY BY MELODY
FALCONER -POUNDER
The Bayfield Community Fair opened with a bang
on Friday night with both man made fireworks and
nature designed thunder and lightning competing
for the crowd's attention at Ribfest. As the
weekend progressed it was time for the
agricultural elements of the fair to shine like the
sun!
On Saturday, the Western (Light) Horse Show,
Friesian Horse Show, 4-H Sheep Club
Competition and the 4-H Dairy Achievement were
all held. On Sunday afternoon the Heavy Horses
and Mules attracted attention in the show ring as
did the King Lyn Precision Horse Riding Team
from Monkton, ON.
Such activities as wiggle cars, a petting zoo, mini
tractor pull, face painting, balloon animals,
Magician Zachary Wells, dog agility, Discovery
Tent, and an OI' Time Jamboree also kept folks
amused throughout the weekend.
A variety of unique amusements by Grand River
Inflatables & Games of Cambridge encouraged
kids of all ages to get active from a bouncy castle
to a rock -climbing wall.
On Saturday night the food trucks rolled in and so
did some outstanding musical talent — the concert
opened with the band Bright Righteous from
Manitoba, then The Salads took to the stage and
finally the headliner David Wilcox performed his
greatest hits for a very appreciative sold -out
audience who kept on grooving refreshed by the
rain that came down
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Before the Huron County 4H Sheep Club Competition could begin on Saturday afternoon competitors had to
ensure that their sheep were looking spiffy.
The fair is the perfect place - little ones and livestock to come face to face.
Louise Lever, of RR1 Bayfield, took first prize in the Hand
Quilted Quilt Competition.
Mellow Yellow by Steve Lillico, of Bayfield, took top prize
in the floral entries at the fair.
The King Lyn Precision Horse Riding Team is based out of
Monkton, ON with the majority of riders hailing from there
or Listowel, ON.
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The Discovery Tent attracted youngsters to try out some old style tools including making a rope.
The King Lyn Precision Horse Riding Team performed two shows in the Main Ring at the Fair on Sunday
afternoon.
The Lady Driver category was well represented during
Sunday afternoon's Heavy Horse Competition. This entry
was owned by Jim Matheson of Embro, ON.
The Rice Family Percherons of Staffa, ON showed
beautifully in the Main Ring during the Heavy Horse
Competition on Sunday.
The Petting Zoo was the perfect spot to see a couple of
llamas.
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Playing in the water provided from an old water pump was
a popular attraction for little ones who visited the
Discovery Tent.
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All of a sudden you can feel it on the air — a hint of autumn. It makes me start thinking about one of my favorite times of the
year — the beginning of a new Guiding season.
Sparks, Brownies and Guides in Bayfield will resume on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 5:15 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Trinity Anglican
Church. The older girls, Pathfinders and Rangers will meet up again starting on Sept. 22.
Girls aged five to 17 are welcome to join and they can register online now at www.girlguides.ca, clicking on Registration and
entering the "NOM 1 GO" area code.
Melody Falconer -Pounder Bayfield Guiding has had a presence in this community for 60 plus years. It is very rewarding to see women who were once
Sparks, Brownies and Guides in these units now enrolling their own daughters in the program. And, no, that doesn't make me
feel old at all because Guiding is what keeps me young!
Want to learn more about Bayfield Guiding? My contact info can be found below. — Melody
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