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6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 _r MELDBREEZE IAN MATTHEW CA �f WOM W 4D PHMMA AVE INAPA 411 +� __ �n lllllnlllllf,lllllmlllllp - —� � _ ROYAL LEPAGE HVNI3A . 'Lle BAYFIELD BREEZE - ) - rhe vr'ldpye'€ ewn grrhngrlgw5 €purce p SHARE MIPs_ May 10, 2017 Vol. 8 Week 20 Issue 410 SEVEN CARTS FULL ON VACATION Editor's note: The Bayfield Breeze will be publishing hiatus issues from now until May 17. Thank you to all who met the earlier deadline so that these upcoming editions would be possible. The Bayfield Breeze will be back live on Wednesday, May 24. Deadline for submissions for that issue will be May 21 at 4 p.m. PLANT SALE The Bayfield Garden Club's next event is their Annual Plant Sale which will take place on Saturday, May 13th from 9-10:30 a.m. (or until sold out) on the south side of Clan Gregor Square across from the town hall. This is the club's fundraising event of the year, proceeds being used for planting flowers and garden maintenance in Bayfield. cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue410/tabid/830/Default.aspx 1/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 Bayfield Lion Andy DeVries posed with Terry Boa-Youmatoff, coordinator of the Bayfield Food Bank (Feed My Sheep), with one of the seven grocery carts that were filled with food during the 20th annual Bayfield Lions' Club's Home and Garden Show held on the weekend of Apr. 28-30. Youmatoff shared that the food bank organizers are very appreciative of the food items and cash donations that were collected at the event and are indebted to the Lions' Club for their support in helping to provide food for those who are in need in the area. (Photo by Jack Pal) RATEPAYERS CRITICAL OF CONTINUED TAX INCREASES BY KEN LARONE For the past two years the Bayfield Ratepayers Association (BRA) has been critical of Bluewater Council's practice of raising municipal taxes at a time when they should be reducing them. This year Bluewater's increase is 8.14 per cent higher than 2016 - an amount that's more than four times higher than inflation. Recently, the BRA sent a letter to council outlining the BRA's frustration with council's budget weakness of raising municipal taxes higher and higher. "Bluewater is becoming notorious for its tax increases," the letter concluded. "Council should stop raising taxes and focus on core services." Bluewater's salaries will total $3,446,410, a 17 per cent increase above 2016 and 60 per cent of this year's discretionary budget. The biggest increase within the salary section went to a group working in General Government. Their total increase was $198,000 or 33 per cent. It appears council drew down about $2,000,000 from reserve funds. This would be mean they expect to spend the money in addition to the 8.14 tax increase. "How are these reserves to be replaced?" the BRA letter asked. Assessment increases on Bluewater farmland has added significant revenues to the municipality this year and increases will continue for three more years. "Council should explain to all taxpayers how this money is being used," the BRA added. For years, ratepayers have heard rumors about Bluewater expecting hundreds of thousand of dollars a year from windmill operators. Grand Bend claims it is expecting $350,000 a year for 20 years. The BRA letter asked council what happened to the money Bluewater expected. shoreline managment open houses to educate on existing policies and new studies People interested in shoreline management in Ausable Bayfield watersheds are invited to attend public information open houses to be held on two Saturdays in June of 2017. Due to popular demand no sales will take place before 9 a.m. Club members are pleased to add a selection of native plants this year for those who attended the Rain Garden Workshops and are looking for suitable plants as well as those looking for woodland or naturalized landscape plants. Best growing conditions will be provided. The selection offered will include the beautiful Cardinal flower, Canadian anemone, wild Columbine, Turtlehead, Foam Flower and Bloodroot. The event's success depends on donations! This is the perfect time to divide plants and pot up divisions and spare plants to donate to the plant sale. Organizers are looking for annuals, perennials, veggie plants, bulbs, herbs, shrubs, trees, houseplants, garden tools and artifacts. Please pot and label all plants. People are asked to bring plant and garden donations to the Kales at 55 Victoria St. in Bayfield on Friday, May 12 between 6:30-8:30 p.m. Beer and Food Festival Those who hesitate don't get beer and food! That's right the general admission tickets to the Bayfield Beer & Food Festival are now sold out. There will be no tickets available at the door. So if you want to attend the festival you better head over to Shop Bike Coffee or The Spotted Cow on Bayfield's Main Street where there may still be some early bird tickets available. These early bird tickets can only be used if arrival at the event is before 3 p.m. and attendees must exit by 5 p.m. For those with general admission tickets the festival is open from 2-9 p.m. on May 13th at the Bayfield Arena. MWGRATION PARTNERSHIP The Huron County Local Immigration Partnership is currently recruiting for several positions on its Council. The Local Immigration Partnership is a community -led group that works towards a coordinated and collaborative approach to newcomer services and integration. "The County of Huron, through its Local Immigration Partnership, is committed to bringing our stakeholders together to build a welcoming community that attracts, employs and supports newcomers," said Kristin Crane, Huron County Immigration liaison. Council members are sought from a variety of backgrounds, including, but not limited to: newcomer - serving agencies; public service; language and employment training providers; regional employment cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 2/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 The Bayfield Town Hall Heritage Society will be Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) is hosting the two events. The first open networks; industry associations; business leaders; house takes place on June 3 in Zurich. The second open house takes place on June 17 in health units and networks; public safety; religious Thedford. The open houses will run from 9 a.m. to noon. organizations; or, cultural organizations/networks. 2017 open houses are to provide information on the existing plan and current policies as well Council members have the opportunity to shape the There are scheduled presentations on shoreline management topics, during the open houses. experience which new individuals and families have The presentations begin at 10:30 a.m. Topics include coastal processes, shoreline recession, as they arrive in our communities. shoreline protection, and climate change impacts on the Great Lakes. Planned presentations accomplished at the Town Hall after a busy 2016 as are by Dr. Robin Davidson -Arnott, Professor Emeritus, University of Guelph, and by Fiona "We are looking for people with an interest in Duckett, M.Sc., P. Eng. of W. F. Baird and Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. community revitalization and newcomer attraction municipal land use planning along the shoreline, according to the ABCA. Updates will provide who are passionate about diversity to join other The open house in Thedford is at the Legacy Recreation Centre Hall, 16 Allen Street. The committed and broad-minded volunteers," said open house in Zurich is at the Zurich Arena, 15 East Street. Crane. Members will be chosen through a selection "We invite shoreline residents and other interested people to attend the open houses in June," committee based upon experience, geographic said Geoffrey Cade, ABCA Water and Planning supervisor. "These events are a chance to find location, volunteer or business affiliation and an about the progress of technical studies related to shoreline management and to learn about understanding of newcomer needs. Applicants are existing policies as well." required to email a letter of interest to Kristin Crane provides updates about shoreline management in the watershed. To sign up to receive these (kcrane@huroncounty.ca) by May 14. Attendees can learn from experts in their fields, meet staff members and share with them any questions or comments they have on the technical work, and share their local knowledge about COMMUNITY LUNCH what they are finding along their shoreline, according to the ABCA. Looking to take part in a unique cultural opportunity? ABCA's Shoreline Management Plan (SMP), which was last updated in 2000, identifies The Bayfield Town Hall Heritage Society will be shoreline hazards for flooding, erosion, and dynamic beaches and their impact on shoreline hosting their Fifth Annual Community Lunch on May development. A copy of the SMP 2000 is online at abca.on.ca. ABCA started a process in 2015 29. to begin updating technical information to support updates to the 2000 SMP document. The 2017 open houses are to provide information on the existing plan and current policies as well This popular annual event that will begin at 11:30 as an update on the progress of technical work for future updates. (The review of local a.m. is a wonderful opportunity for the community to development policies contained in the SMP 2000 is not expected until 2018, according to come together and hear about what has been ABCA.) accomplished at the Town Hall after a busy 2016 as well as find out about all the events planned for 2017. Updates to the SMP will provide a consistent and up-to-date guide for development and municipal land use planning along the shoreline, according to the ABCA. Updates will provide Attendees will enjoy delicious lasagna and salad newer information on shoreline recession rates, ensure that local policies and application of the followed by coffee and dessert. Space is limited so Regulation conform to Province of Ontario policy, and keep policies current in light of emerging people shouldn't wait to get their tickets. land use trends. The cost is $10 and tickets are available by calling To learn more about shoreline management in the watershed visit the Shoreline Management Sandy Scotchmer at 519 565- 2830 or Shelagh Sully Plan Update page online at abca.on.ca at: abca.on.ca/page.php?page=shoreline- at 519 565-2572. management. Members of the public are invited to subscribe to a free electronic newsletter that provides updates about shoreline management in the watershed. To sign up to receive these BUS TRIP updates you may visit this link: http://eepurl.com/bxn8_5. More than 300 people have subscribed to this online newsletter. Looking to take part in a unique cultural opportunity? GATEWAY CENTRE HOSTS MAJOR Andrew's United Church in Bayfield is organizing a bus trip to Toronto to visit the Ismaili Centre &Aga a RURAL HEALTH CONFERENCE Khan Museum on May 17 This stunning, architecturally renowned Muslim spiritual centre is on a 6.8 hectare beautifully landscaped property that will be in full spring bloom. The centre represents a celebration of cultural diversity rooted in the rich tapestry of Islamic heritage and traditions. It's a unique opportunity to learn more about the faith and culture of our Islamic neighbors while appreciating a beautiful setting. A coach bus will be departing Bayfield at 7:45 a.m. with pre -arranged pickups possible in Clinton, Seaforth or Mitchell. The cost for this full-day trip is $90 and includes bus, lunch, admission fees and guided tours. For more information or to register please call or email Elise Feltrin at 519 565-2854 or efeltrin@tcc.on.ca. cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 3/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 On Apr. 28, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health hosted a rural health conference at their new offices at Libra in Goderich. MPP Lisa Thompson interacted with those gathered for the event. (Submitted photo) On Apr. 28, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health hosted an eclectic mix of academics, health professionals, business and banking community representatives, health unit and hospital administrators, elected officials, Seaforth and Goderich family health team representatives, creative cultural community representatives and Gateway CERH Research Chairs and Board members. The gathering was held at Gateway's new offices in the Libro building in Goderich. The purpose of this meeting was to explore and discuss opportunities for connecting these various sectors to advance health research in rural southwest Ontario. The challenges and opportunities involved in business development in the health care field and knowledge translation to rural residents were also topics of discussion. The theme of the day was 'Rural Health, Rural Economy, Partners in Growth'. The guest roster included the University of Guelph (School of Environmental Design & Rural Development), Western University (Master of Public Health and Health & Rehabilitation Sciences), University of Waterloo (School of Pharmacy), South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Libro Credit Union, Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity, Huron Chamber of Commerce and the Huron Public Health Unit. Also present were MP Ben Lobb and MPP Lisa Thompson. Several of Gateway's Research Chairs attended: Dr. Feng Chang (Chair of Rural Pharmacy), Dr. Agnes Kluz (Chair of Rural Senior Wellness) and Jay McFarlan (Chair of Rural Nutrition and Exercise). Gateway Founder, Gwen Devereaux, said, "This powerhouse of knowledge forms a Rural Health Team that will deliver better health for rural residents." Gateway President, Dr. Kluz declared, "Research is the driving force in transforming health policy, systems and practice to improve health equity of rural populations. Through its work, Gateway provides context for the needs of rural communities and an understanding of the strategies that will be most effective to address barriers to strong and healthy rural populations." During the meeting, two Memoranda of Understanding were signed between Gateway and the University of Waterloo, School of Pharmacy and Canadian Centre of Rural Creativity. As well, two new Research Chairs were appointed; Dr. Al Lauzon (University of Guelph) as Chair of Rural Change & Development and Dr. Ryan Gibson (University of Guelph) as Chair of Rural Economic Development. Gateway's Board Chair, Dr. Chang said, "Today is symbolic of what Gateway has accomplished over the years: forging fruitful partnerships, bringing diverse backgrounds and expertise to the table, contributing to student success, and strengthening the rural voice. We look forward to building on this milestone and charting our course ahead together." To learn more visit: www.agakhanmuseum.org/visit/visit or www.theismaiIi.org/ismaiIicentres/toronto PLANTER SPONSOR Bluewater residents are invite to show their pride in community and country during Canada's 150th year by sponsoring a local planter full of red and white flowers. The Communities in Bloom Planning Committee operates the fundraising program and they would like to thank last year's sponsors for their support. Individuals, families and merchants are invited to sponsor a planter. The sponsorship period is now open. Sponsors are acknowledged by having their name printed on the reverse side of promotional signs placed in one of 50 planters. One to three lines are allowed per sign (up to 15 characters per line). Sponsorship is $75 per planter for one summer season and payable to the Municipality of Bluewater, 14 Mill Ave, PO Box 250, Zurich, ON, NOM 2TO. The local Communities in Bloom Committee is proud of Bluewater's communities and shows this pride through floral displays on the main streets of Bayfield, Hensall and Zurich. The program has assumed a decades -long community tradition and enjoys selecting floral colors each year. This year of course committee members selected red and white for Canada's sesquicentennial. The municipality keeps them beautiful with regular watering and fertilizing — and it shows! In 2016, provincial judges gave Bluewater's floral displays a score of 88 per cent. "The adoption by the public of a container is an excellent way for the public and businesses to become part of the community and have ownership," commented judges Betty Lamont and Kathy Smyth. The Communities in Bloom Committee is also planning a special family event to commemorate Canada's sesquicentennial on behalf of the Municipality of Bluewater. The event will be held in August. The Municipality of Bluewater is a Five Blooms Community. For more information contact Nellie Evans at 519 236-4351 Ext. 236 or by email at nevans@municipalityofbluewater.ca. YATES-PARENT CONCERT Ken Yates appeared at the Bayfield Town Hall in July 2016 and performed his award-winning songs before a packed house. He is returning to introduce his latest album, Huntsville on Saturday, June 3. cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 4/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 RUBBER DUCK RACE A TRADITION OF VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND Jane and David Maclaren, provided their boat from which to launch the ducks during the 2016 event. For the first time the amazing duck launcher created by Optimist Glen Steinson was used allowing all 750 ducks to hit the water at approximately the same time! In 2017, 1,000 ducks will be available to purchase. (Photo by Gary Lloyd -Rees) The Bayfield Optimist Club is getting all their ducks in a row for their annual Rubber Duck Race to be held on May 21. The race can be best viewed at the South Pier of the Bayfield Harbor — the plastic waterfowl will be set free at 1 p.m. Tickets are now available from club members or Brandons Hardware and are selling for $5 each or five chances for $20. One thousand ducks will be "sold"! This year the first five ducks that cross the finish line will win prizes. First prize is a patio set, valued at $600 and donated by Lake Huron Realty. Second prize is a stainless steel barbecue valued at $400 and donated by the Bayfield Garage. Third prize is a pair of Gucci Sun Glasses valued at $250 from Main Street Optometric. Fourth prize is an overnight at The Albion Hotel. Donated by Kim Muszynski, of The Albion Hotel, this prize is valued at $200. And fifth prize is a $200 gift certificate to the Little Inn of Bayfield donated by Ian Matthew CA. Money raised from the race will go toward the Optimist Club's many "friends of youth" projects. Then just a few weeks later Optimists and friends will take to the links at the Bayview Golf Cub in St. Joseph for their annual Bayfield Optimist Club Golf Tournament on June 10. Tickets are available now for $90, anyone who wishes to just join the group for a chicken dinner following the tourney; tickets may be purchased for just $20. Organizers are now seeking prizes and silent auction items if anyone would like to make a donation or purchase tickets please call Jay Fisher at 519 524-3511. CAMP KLAHANIE REVITALIZATION UNVEILED TO CO TY It has been a celebration four years in the making! The Board of Directors for Goderich Lions Club's Camp Klahanie will be hosting a Grand Opening Celebration at the camp on Black Point's Road to unveil the revitalized property on June 17. Fellow Canadian singer/songwriter Jesse Parent will join him as the opening act starting at 7:30 p.m. On the music scene since 2011, Yates' reputation as one of Canada's brightest young singer/songwriters continues to grow. Enjoy emotionally charged storytelling and unforgettable melodies. Visit kenyates.com for a preview of his music. Parent is a self -described folk-rock Canadian artist who takes his cues from the likes of Neil Young, Paul Simon, and Blue Rodeo. He can be found spending a lot of time on the road in Southwestern Ontario, but spends time in other parts of Canada several times a year - traveling anywhere from 200 to 2,000 KMs a week, playing about 200 shows a year. For a preview, go to jesseparentmusic.com. Tickets are $20 ($25 at the door) and can be purchased by calling Mike van Baardwyk at 519 565- 5489 or Sandy Scotchmer at 519 565-2830, or through Ticketscene. TULIP GARDEN The 70th Anniversary Dutch -Canadian Friendship Tulip Garden will bloom for its second year this spring and that is cause for celebration. The Municipality of Central Huron Communities in Bloom Committee would like to invite members of the community to attend an event in honor of the tulip blooms at 11 a.m. on May 11 at Library Park on Albert Street in Clinton. IPM 100 DAYS AWAY June 10th marks 100 Days Away from the 100th International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM)", being hosted in Huron County Sept. 19-23. Nathan Dales and Dylan Playfair of the hit CraveTV comedy series "Letterkenny" will be coming to Huron County to help the community celebrate. Rivals on the show, Dales and Playfair, will host the night at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex in Wingham, Saturday, June 10th. Doors open at 8 p.m. and a DJ will bring on the music till 1 a.m. "We are hosting a big milestone in IPM history and that is something to celebrate," said Mallory Kernighan, IPM 2017 executive member. "We are excited to bring a big act that was created by our neighbors in Perth County to help us do that." Tickets are on sale now with ticket prices set at $20 +HST in advance and $25 +HST at the door but only 950 tickets are available, so do not delay purchasing your tickets. They can be purchased at various locations throughout Huron County including: Made in Huron, 8 King St, Clinton; Luv Scarlet, 392 Main Street, Exeter; Fincher's, 16 Courthouse Square, cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 5/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 "This day is being organized to thank all of the donors and volunteers that have helped to make our vision of Camp Klahanie come true. In 2013 we had a couple of buildings with roofs that were leaking and foundations that were shifted from cold weather because the camp had been closed for four years and no one local was allowed to maintain the buildings," said Genelle Reid, secretary for the Board of Directors and an event organizer. "Now the camp is alive again. With about $400,000 in improvements it is probably one of the best facilities for youth to camp at around." Reid explained that everyone in the community is invited to come and see the improvements to the camp property and join in the celebration. Guided tours will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a ribbon cutting at 1 p.m. of the new Comfort Station and three newly constructed bunkhouses with the main corporate and service club donors in attendance: Libro, AVIVA, Goderich Lioness and the Goderich Kinettes. Richard Knectel (aka Dickie Bird) Families are encouraged to come out and enjoy children's performer Richard Knectel (aka Dickie Bird) who will be acting as a strolling minstrel and performing pocket magic as the event progresses. He will also be putting on three stage shows at approximately 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Children will also be able to get a Glitter Tattoo and spend some time in the Jurassic Adventureland Inflatable. A hotdog barbecue will begin at noon and the first 150 visitors to the food booth will receive a celebratory cupcake! The day is free for everyone but goodwill donations are always appreciated or people are welcome to bid on some silent auction items that will be offered. Josh Geddis, Kim and Lauri Ladd and Celtae Baxter will be performing at "Campfire Experience at Klahanie" later that same evening on Saturday, June 17. Campfires are fun for grownups too and this fundraiser for the youth camp on Black's Point Road will be sure to prove this fact. The event hosted by the Camp Klahanie Board of Directors will run from 7 p.m. until midnight. The Bayfield Brewing Company is one of the craft beer companies on board to provide adult beverages and wine will also be served at this licensed event. Participants can nosh on a sampling of campfire themed food delights as well as bid on a selection of silent auction items "It should be a terrific evening to take in some great live music and partake in some food and drink while enjoying the magical atmosphere that only Camp Klahanie can provide," said Reid. Tickets for the campfire experience are available now for $30 each by calling Reid at 519 639- 5742 or Mike Alcock at 519 357-6332. Goderich; and Blooms N' Rooms, 17 Main St, Seaforth. For more information please email the team at 100days.IPM2017@gmail.com and check out our Facebook Page Huron IPM 2017. 150 YEARS OF HURON Judy Keightley, author and playwright, is celebrating Canada's 150th with the creation of a new play highlighting 150 years of Huron County. The production will be performed at the Bayfield Town Hall from May 25-27 and will feature a grand cast of characters including: Bayfield's own Dr. Woods and Maud Stirling as well as Jennie Smiley, Narcisse Canton, Samuel Platt, Peter McEwan, Fred and Cela Sloman and many more historical figures from Huron's past plus a very special appearance by Sir John A MacDonald! Tickets are available now from Sandy, 519565-2830 or Sue, 519-565-2551 or from ticketscene.ca. BEACH CLEAN UP Love Your Greats Beach Clean Up is being planned and organized by a group of students from St. Anne's Catholic Secondary School in Clinton for their end of the semester assignment in religion class. The youth have partnered with Jen Pate and Shaun Henry the individuals behind the "Love your Greats" campaign as well as Bayfield Foodland and Drift. "The cleanup is happening on Thursday, May 18, starting at 4 p.m. in Clan Gregor Square. There is going to be a water walk down to the beach from there," said Naomi Pal, one of the student organizers. "There will be scavenger hunts for kids to make the cleanup more fun for them! Then we all head back to the park, and there will be music, games, a speaker, and a BBQ for the volunteers!" Any donations and money raised will go to the "Love your Greats" campaign. They will also have a booth promoting what they do at the event as well as selling "Love your Greats" merchandise. "People are asked to bring a reusable water bottle, gloves, weather appropriate clothes, and if they would like to make a donation or buy merchandise, money as well," said Pal. Visit the event Facebook page for more information and updates at: Bayfield Bean Cleanup. SATURDAYS AT THE LIBRARY cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week2Olssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 6/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 Bayfield Hearing Clinic, Bayfield and Clinton Optimist Clubs, Doug Culbert Land Surveyor, Edward Fuels, Lake Huron Realty, Remax Reliable Realty — Brian Coombs, and Wade Berard Plumbing are all sponsors for this grand opening event and the campfire experience and organizers are thankful for their support. HURON COUNTY WALK FOR 10 WA 11 11103 111 t3V 0 me 161 WIT 011 "'A 0112-1-11 4rWALKIIIAM At�,l" iEl '3 vp MAKE MEMORIES MATTER - SATURDAY, MAY 1� Clinton I Exeter I Win0a www.w al kfo ralzhei mers.ea Three out of four Canadians know someone with dementia. It touches so many homes in every community. But four out four Canadians can take action. What can you do? Sign up for your local Walk for Alzheimer's in Huron County on Saturday, May 13. This is the Society's biggest fundraiser for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. All monies raised stay in your community where they're needed most. When you join a Walk, you will be supporting free and minimal cost programs and services that help people with dementia and their caregivers live better today. The Walk for Alzheimer's will feature outdoor routes in Clinton at the Betty Cardno Memorial Centre, Exeter at the South Huron District High School and Wingham at the Maitland River Community Church. Registration will start at 9 a.m., with the walk to begin at 10 a.m. This is an event for all ages, with routes of varying lengths, you can select your own personal goal; no walk is too short to show your support. Families who have been faced with the challenges of dementia will be honored at each location: the Sage family in Clinton, the Taylor family in Exeter and the Perrott family in Wingham. "It's all about community and bringing people together who are affected by this hard reality. No one's alone through this journey and the Walk for Alzheimer's is the perfect venue to voice that out loud," said Cathy Ritsema, Executive director. "We are appealing for the whole community to come together as we take our next steps forward to tackle dementia." To register for a Walk for Alzheimer's near you or if you simply want to donate online, get started at www.walkforalzheimers.ca. Click Ontario in the first drop down menu and then select Clinton, Exeter or Wingham on the following page. You can register yourself, start or join a team, pledge someone or make a donation towards one of the events. Participants that raise $100 or more will receive a keepsake t -shirt at the walk. The Society is looking for volunteers to assist with the Walk. If you'd like to get involved in this event or are interested in other volunteer opportunities that are available, please call 519 482-1482 or email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca. Last year, many enthusiastic walkers raised over $48 thousand across Huron County. This year, we want to beat that goal and hit $60 thousand. With 25,000 Canadians diagnosed with dementia each year and no cure yet, the need to support people with dementia and their caregivers, has never been greater. SCREECH OWLS ANSWERED THE CALL "From Baroque to Folk" will be the musical focus of the May installment of "Saturdays at the Library" as members of "And Then There Were Three" play a set of tunes by Handell (think — "The Water Music") followed by a collection of folk songs such as "Danny Boy" and "The Skye Boat Song". Leslie Bella, clarinet; Roma Harris, accordion and Barbara Sturgeon on violin will perform at the library on May 20 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. HURON CENTENNIAL SCHOOL REUNION Fifty years ago, 600 students entered the doors of Huron Centennial School at Brucefield for their first day. The new school was completed in late winter 1967 and made ready for the students to move in after the Easter holiday week. Ten shiny new buses picked up the students in Stanley and Tuckersmith townships and the villages of Brucefield and Egmondville and delivered them to the school. The first Grade 8 graduation was held in June 1967. Close to 3,000 students have graduated since the opening of the school. "It is remarkable that the first graduates are now over 60 years old and many of them have children and some have grandchildren graduating," said Arnold Mathers, of Exeter, who was principal from 1967- 1984. On May 27, a 50th year reunion of graduates will be held at the school. They will be welcomed by the past principals and staff. All past students and staff of Huron Centennial School are welcome to attend and help make it a day to remember. This July will mark the 10th anniversary of Pharmasave Michael' Pharmacy's Bayfield location. To give back to the community that has supported this business for the last decade, the owners and staff are hosting a concert to celebrate this milestone and help raise money for the Bayfield Town Hall. The Dreamboats are an old fashioned Rock n' Roll band that covers hit songs from the 50s/60s by such musicians as Elvis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Little Richard, The Beatles, and Ritchie Valens. The band consists of four guys in their late 20s from Mississauga who will be in Bayfield fresh off a European tour! For anyone who wants to see these boys in action check out the demo reel now playing on a television at the Bayfield pharmacy. Or check out this link of them performing, "The Hippy Hippy Shake" at www.youtube.com cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week2Olssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 7/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 It was a perfect evening on Friday, Apr. 21, for the Annual Bayfield River Valley Trail Association's Owl Prowl on the Sawmill Trail. Five hike leaders and 24 guests enjoyed the excellent presentation and interpretive hike lead by Denise Iszczuk from the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority. After several attempts to call in a Screech Owl, participants were finally rewarded when a pair of very curious owls flew close overhead and landed in nearby trees. (Photos by Chris Bowers) Tickets are on sale at both the Bayfield and Goderich Pharmasave stores, an early bird sale is on now for $30. Those who hesitate and wait until closer to the date will be charged $35. SUGAR BUSH TRAIL HULLETT RIKE Hike with the Photography Club of Bayfield May 21 th. All are welcome to join Photography Club of Bayfield (PCoB) members on the Sugar Bush trail hike, Sunday May 21 st at 1:00 pm. The Sugar Bush trail passes through a large tract of mature, closed -canopy maple -beech forest. Maple is the dominant tree in much of this forest area. Also, the "bush" contains the remains of a long -abandoned maple sugaring operation - hence the trail name. The forest topography is somewhat rugged in places, and the trail surface can be rough, with some rocks and roots. Sturdy footwear should be worn. Birdwatchers should know that the area is "birdy" and the woods contain good numbers of Eastern Screech Owls. It is recommended to bring a camera and photography questions. There will be experienced photographers on the hike! You can meet hike leaders at the large parking area at 80602 Wildlife Line, just 3 km. from the town of Clinton. Hike Leader- Jack Pal 519-565-5340 HAY MUTHAI BAIFIE6[} i 1777 ].E" BayfieldMews F A 11 9(5.bwuowe ti u, ,_14 Atf k= I Spray poem2018-19 }} © 55+ [ammunity s f i •, f OPTIMIST LO 1 8- 1 7 One floorTownhomes I. 4 — 519.555.4542 g n!®0 o o v 519-236-4381 SEASON wvww_Wieldmews.ra cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreezelWeek20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 8/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 REMEMBER ME? Volume 8 There are countless photographs of people in the Bayfield Historical Society's Archives collection, but sadly their names were never recorded. In this section we will showcase an image with the hopes that one of our subscribers might be able to identify the individual(s) in the photo. Please email your information to the Editor's attention at the address listed near the bottom of the page in "Submissions' or you can email the archivist directly at bayarchives@tcc.on.ca or click on the image and make a comment on Flickr. Editor's Note: We are now adding the archive's code to the information supplied with the photographs so that if anyone would like to learn more from the Bayfield Archives about certain pictures they can use the code to make the process easier. This week,we feature another image from the 1930's of Rita McLeod. Does anyone remember her? (Archives Code: PB10053 PC) Make your comments... click on any image and it will take you to Flickr. ISSUE 408 In Issue 408, a spring like image labelled "Aunt Violet, Jack and Elizabeth circa 1920". Does anyone remember them? (Archives Code; PB 10045 PC) ISSUE 409 cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreezelWeek20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 9/17 6/13/2019 BAYFIELD FlP 0 SHARE M 01E] . PHOTO STORY TI* SAVIRRI L IL WScwr Week 20 Issue 410 In Issue 409, does anyone remember these fashionably dressed women? Records note they are Araminta and Sue circa 1930. (Archives Code: PB 10044 PC) NULKS SUPPORT GROUP I:: I► 1► 1/ 11.1 .I ►II►I tool N111 PHOTOS AND STORY BY MELODY FALCONER -POUNDER On the first Monday of the month at the Bayfield Library the public meeting room is a buzz with infants, toddlers and their mothers, some brand new and some more experienced, all with a common interest in supporting each other through their choice to breastfeed their children. It is also important to note that all mothers are welcome regardless of method of feeding. The MILKS (Mothers Initiating Lactation cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 10/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 The mothers and babies at a recent MILKS meeting were I -r: Te -Anna Morgan and Lucy, Alisha Shilbe and Scarlett, Jenny Allan and Bridget. Anne Mary and Jack, Shannon Beattie and Arlo, and Paulien Keys and George along with Huron County Health Nurse Johanna Calamusa. Arlo was the youngest attendee at the April MILKS Meeting. Knowledge and Support) group meets from 10- 11:30 a.m. When the weather is pleasant during the summer months the meeting moves to Clan Gregor Square where members may pack picnic lunches and spend sometime in the Splash Pad. RN Joanne Schilbe with the Huron County Health Unit is on hand to help with any breastfeeding issues and the mothers offer ongoing peer support. At other times, members have access to the MILKS Facebook group where moms and a registered nurse are available for 24-7 support. The Facebook group currently has 650 members from Huron County and surrounding areas. This group is extremely active, with several posts a day from members asking questions and sharing information. Jenny Allan, of Bayfield, got the MILKS group started in Bayfield and has been volunteering as a peer support worker for over a year now. She credits the MILKS group in helping her when her first child, son, Weylin, was born early at 37 weeks and had trouble latching on. 1 was successful to reach my goal of over two years breastfeeding and I attribute that success to the amazing MILKS support group," wrote Allan on her Facebook profile on the group page. "It is important to me to have a place where mothers can share, connect and support each other. I am very passionate about helping to pave the way for normalizing breastfeeding and also helping everyone reach their breastfeeding goals and bringing mothers together as a community." MILKS started in Huron County in 2011. Karri Sonke, of Goderich, was one of the women that got the group going. "After I had my first baby, I struggled with breastfeeding and loved a group at the Health Unit called 'Breastfeeding Buddies." After my third child was born, this group was no longer in existence and some like-minded mothers got together and developed MILKS," recalled Sonke. "We utilize the resources that the Health Unit provides and they have been incredibly supportive of our venture, as has the Ontario Early Years program. Sonke added that research shows that mothers who have a network of support are the most likely to attempt and succeed at breastfeeding. Within the county there are now five monthly meeting locations — Bayfield, Goderich, Hensall, Wingham and their newest location is Clinton with a first meeting happening in June. Mothers with breastfeeding experience lead the groups. "The monthly meetings occur in a relaxed atmosphere. We typically have a Public Health Nurse onsite," said Sonke. "It is a time to chat, cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 11/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 Bridget Shanahan, with a little help from mom Jenny Allan, demonstrated that she is eager to begin exploring the world on her own two feet. Toddlers are also welcome at the MILKS meeting and they too love to visit with the babies just as much as the infants enjoy interacting with them. share experiences and ask questions. The meetings in Goderich, Clinton and Hensall happen in conjunction with Early Years programming and a MILKS member is there as a guest. In Bayfield and Wingham meetings happen independent of Early Years programming." According to Sonke, each meeting is a little different, as different MILKS peer support workers run it but all occur in an informal playgroup setting. "In Bayfield and Wingham we tend to have monthly topics and often have guest speakers. A MILKS mom is introduced to the group by the leader of the Early Years program in Goderich and Hensall and we often mingle and have discussions about any feeding issues," Sonke explained. All meetings are very informal. Participants can come and go as they please. All meetings are free of charge. Older children are welcome and organizers are sure to have activities for them to do while Moms are able to discuss issues around feeding their babies. All MILKS group support workers have attended peer support training through the Huron County Health Unit. All are informed of services that are available within the community and are sure to refer to a Public Health Nurse with the Health Unit if they feel the issue is beyond their capacity to provide the proper support. The World Health Organization states, "Mother support groups provide individual counseling, information, support and group discussions to enable women to practice breastfeeding and child care well. These groups have a special role, different from, but complementary to, the role of health services and health professionals. The key to the best breastfeeding practices is continued day-to-day support for the breastfeeding mother within her home and community. Mother support groups attempt to fill the void for a mother when breastfeeding isn't the cultural norm and when she lacks extended family and peer support. Mother support groups are thus a vital link between the breastfeeding woman and the health care system." MILKS groups in Huron County locations and meeting times are as follows: • Bayfield — First Monday of every month from 10- 11:30 a.m. at the Bayfield Library Public Meeting Room • Wingham — Second Monday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Child and Family Center at Sacred Heart School • Clinton — Third Monday of every month (starting in June) from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Child and Family Center at Clinton Public School • Hensall — Last Tuesday of every month from 10- cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 12/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 Jack enjoyed some tummy time surrounded by his peer group. Scarlett Schilbe took playtime in stride as Bridget Shanahan was on the move. 11:30 a.m. at the Hensall United Church • Goderich — Last Wednesday of every month from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Child and Family Center at Goderich Public School cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreezelWeek20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 13/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 Lucy enjoys playing with some toys during the MILKS meeting held in the public meeting room at the Bayfield Library. +�• �AS�FiI l.n B�zs-.1�.�.E� AK.311111111112""w ire "� 177i1l I'! tij. 1'4'l'I BAYFIl=1vF 4 i, f J ClptoiiIG#PEC PIXILATED - IMAGE OF THE WEEK cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreezelWeek20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 14/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 PGT Challenge - Wildlifey... By Jane Seifried Email your photo in Jpeg format to bayfield.breeze@villageofbayfield.com with the subject line Subscriber Photo of the Week. or ... Upload your photo to Flickr. I am looking for the Bayfield that is a delight to the eye – please share photos with a touch of whimsy, beauty, humor or a sense of fun. If you are to include people in your photos be sure to have their permission to publish their picture on-line and also send in their names and where they are from. And don't forget to tell me who took the photo for proper credit to be issued integrity Everything! LAKE HURON RLAL £°aii4orf.IJN1IPi1 Melody Falconer -Pounder COBBLE • DESIGN— _ hoicn. ant. OESI GNJBl11LO LANDSCAPING ?.LES & INSTALLATION G;ECIEN CENTER 74199A BRONSON LINE ZURICH, ONTARIO 519 236 7373 1 519 565 7173 SUBMISSIONS MACE THERAPY & A6 doaw s,d_ 519,565.4711 So a couple of weeks ago members of Bayfield Guiding went door to door in the village selling their classic chocolate and vanilla cream sandwich cookies. The selling of cookies by Girl Guides of Canada is a tradition now in its 90th year. And for the very first time in my 28 years as a Guider someone called the cops on us. One of my leaders reported later that evening she received a phone call from a constable investigating a suspicious vehicle/suspicious activity in Bayfield. According to a concerned citizen, she saw a group of individuals exit the vehicle and start knocking on doors. She said no members of the group came to her door but she was concerned for her neighborhood! Our leader told the constable that we were out selling cookies and noted that the majority of the girls were in uniform and all were carrying cartons of cookies. cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 15/17 6/13/2019 Week 20 Issue 410 So rest assured villagers your neighbors remain vigilant. They also remain friendly as another chaperone reported that one lady they approached let the girls all feed her goldfish that were in her pond and told them about the fish. I too had a special moment. I approached a door with the smallest of our Sparks (aged five) and a very tall senior gentleman opened the door and slowly looked down toward the ground where our little Spark was looking up at him. They had a conversation and he went into the house and came back with $5 in coin to give her as a donation as he didn't want any cookies. As we were leaving he said to me, "Thank you very much she just made my day!" So it is unfortunate that the girls missed knocking on the concerned citizen's door as I'm sure they would of alleviated her worries with their bright enthusiastic smiles and charming "saleswomenship". — Melody P.S. Anyone in want of cookies? We still have 10 cases of our original 150 to sell so please send me an email and I will contact you once I'm back in Canada! �i MA '11; #. Ideas and contributions to the Bayfield Breeze are always welcome. Deadlines for submissions are Sundays at 4 p.m. Please email me at bayfield.breeze@villageofbayfield.com or call 519-525-3830. SHEAR TALENi7 BAWIELD BREEZE 0 SHARE M V[®], SICK t1P r0R BAYFIELD BREEZE COY CLICK HERE Founding Members Goderich Honda Bayfield Garage Credits: Writer, editor, photographer: Melody Falconer -Pounder Web publisher/Graphic Designer: Dennis Pal Advertising Sales: Mike Dixon Logo Design: Kyle Vanderburgh, Goderich Print Shop cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreeze/Week20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 16/17 6/13/2019 Tuckersmith Communications Co-operative Ltd. Bayfield Foodland Outside Projects Brad's Automotive Copyright 2018, The Bayfield Breeze Login Week 20 Issue 410 Pharmasave Michael's Pharmacy Special thanks to the Bayfield and Area Chamber of Commerce The Dock's Restaurant Breeze Committee:Mike Dixon, John Pounder, Dennis Pal, Melody Ian Mathew CA Royal LePage Heartland Realty Brokerge Falconer -Pounder cc.villageofbayfield.com/Members/BayfieldBreezelWeek20lssue4l0/tabid/830/Default.aspx 17/17