TLR winter mag Lakereport.ca / Niagaranow.com comes out Dec. 3 Hyper-local news for Niagara-on-the-Lake LakeThe Page 20 Report Vol. 2, Issue 47 Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most respected newspaper November 28, 2019 Bridge connecting Niagara Falls and NOTL reopens after 10 years Project cost about $5 million to complete and is expected to last ‘for generations’

Brittany Carter After several years of ne- The Lake Report gotiations, CN Rail agreed to pay up to $1.5 million to After 10 long years, the share the cost of construct- newly rebuilt Mewburn ing the new bridge. The Road Bridge will finally Town of NOTL com- offer drivers another con- mitted to $250,000 and nection between Niagara- Niagara Region covered on-the-Lake and Niagara the remaining cost. During Falls. initial talks with CN Rail, On Tuesday afternoon the company was willing Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati, regional chair Jim Bradley and NOTL Lord Mayor Betty Disero unveil the plaque to be the bridge passing over the to pay just under $600,000 placed on new Mewburn Road Bridge Tuesday. BRITTANY CARTER CN Rail line along Mew- for the bridge’s replace- burn Road near the Moun- ment – but the region and “The road was here be- The winning bid of about erty purchases, material centre of the “vibrant” tain Road roundabout was city of Niagara Falls want- fore the train tracks – basi- $3.7 million for construc- and quality control testing community of St. Davids. officially reopened. ed to build a wider bridge cally what that means is we tion of the bridge was brought the entire project “We have many people In 2009 the original and include bike lanes and got more money out of CN. awarded to Dufferin Con- total to the $5 million on York Road, and this bridge was closed due to paved shoulders. So, really important on the struction Company; final mark, she said. will allow a safer York “deformations and severe Historical research timing,” Diodati said. construction costs were Lord Mayor Betty Di- Road and a safer down- section loss of the main showed that Mewburn The $5 million invest- closer to $3.5 million, sero said she believes the town and a safer village,” structural steel members,” Road existed as a farmer ment is a project that Millar confirmed. The bridge will offer another, she said. Sherri-Marie Millar, proj- road in the 1840s, and Niagara Region chair total for the entire project, safer route for the many Although the bridge is ect manager and engineer CN Rail wasn’t built until Jim Bradley said he is which included pre-design transport trucks and ve- now officially open, Disero for Niagara Falls, said in the 1850s, Niagara Falls confident will “stand for investigations, engineer- hicles travelling into town an email response. Mayor Jim Diodati said. generations.” ing, a legal survey, prop- – keeping them out of the Continued on Page 2 Tree lighting ceremony draws crowds to town Local woman helps in sharing downtown holiday joy with migrant workers, most of whom had never been to Old Town before

Brittany Carter but on Sunday, a group of of workers to Queen Street, The Lake Report Mexican workers joined in said she was inspired by the on the town’s holiday spirit efforts of Niagara Work- People gathered around during the festivities for ers Welcome founder Jane the Old Court House steps the first time. Andres and touched by the for Sunday evening’s It was also the first time tragic death of Mexican Christmas tree lighting a tree lighting ceremony farm worker Zenaida this while the St. Michael took place downtown, past summer. Catholic Elementary said town spokesper- She said she wanted to School choir serenaded son Lauren Kruitbosch. A reach out to help any way the crowd – but this year’s tree hasn’t been displayed she could. celebration connected the in front of the cenotaph Of the 35 workers who town more than ever. since 2014, and it was done boarded the bus from St. Many farm workers with the blessing of the the Davids Hydroponics, where who live in Niagara-on- Legion this year. many of them are employed, More than 40 migrant workers joined the tree lighting ceremony in Niagara-on-the-Lake the-Lake seasonally have Julia Buxton-Cox, who on Sunday. Local Julia Buxton-Cox helped arrange for them to come share the evening. never made it to Old Town arranged to bring the group Continued on Page 8 Page 2 November 28, 2019 1882 Niagara Stone Rd, Virgil 233 King St, Niagara-on-the-Lake NEWS www.simpsonspharmacy.ca Falls gateway bridge opens after 10 years of being closed for work

Continued from Front Page at Concession 6 and York and Warner Road. Roads … You’ve got kids “We’re going to be able said the town will still out on ATVs and motorcy- to take care of them much have work to do to improve cles and farming equipment better. It’s an important the remainder of the road out there,” he said, adding connector for both our leading into town. that the influx of trucks and communities,” he said. She added that, in next traffic travelling from the Diodati recalled the last year’s budget, council bridge may open the town time he drove down the will need to allot money up to more collisions. bridge with his family, to repair Mewburn Road, “From what I remember before its decade closure. which turns into Conces- there were two fatalities at “We would maybe ac- sion 6 Road. that intersection,” Miele said. celerate a little bit because “I’m looking forward He said the stretch the kids liked to catch air,” to having our guys come along Concession 6 Road he said. “Little did I know forward in our 2021 budget is narrow, and one large (part of the bridge) had to complete the road on truck travelling down the come unattached and it the other side of the bridge hill will take up the entire was really dangerous.” down to York Road so road, which he said will That last time he drove people will have safe trav- cause problems and pos- over he said, “we really els,” she said. sible safety issues as well. caught air” and the dete- Local resident and previ- Above and beyond riorating bridge was shut ous council member Paolo convenience, Diodati said down the next week. Miele said he’s concerned in those moments “when But after years of ne- about the safety of the seconds really matter,” the gotiations and plans, he road on the NOTL side of new connection between said he’s proud to say the the bridge. the two communities will bridge is complete. “My biggest concern is allow emergency ser- “Finally, we’ve got this the safety of human life vices from Niagara Falls to beautiful bridge,” Diodati Photos of the old bridge and various stages of the new bridge’s completion. right at that intersection reach areas like York Road said. BRITTANY CARTER Niagara College campus renamed after Dan Patterson Dariya Baiguzhiyeva Niagara College plays in the digenous welcome by elder do with it, but it was a won- The Lake Report community. Gary Parker and a perfor- derful gesture,” Patterson “It was a night I will mance by Chorus Niagara. said. “It was lots of fun.” Niagara College campus never forget,” he said in an The evening also focused Friday, Nov. 22, was also on Taylor Road has been interview. “I’m not some- on Patterson’s legacy and proclaimed Dan Patterson renamed to Daniel J. Pat- one who likes the centre of the relationships he has Day by the mayors of Niag- terson Campus, after the attention but it truly was a built within and beyond the ara-on-the-Lake, Niagara outgoing college president special night.” Niagara community. Falls and Welland. who has made a lasting im- Patterson started his Videos showing congratu- While he will contin- pact not only on the college, career at the college in latory messages came from ue to live in Niagara, Pat- but on the entire Niagara 1995. During his tenure, Ontario Premier Doug terson said he will also community during his 25- enrolment has grown from Ford, former premiers embark on a new journey year tenure. 4,500 students to more than Kathleen Wynne and Mike as a chair of the Ontario Patterson said the surprise 11,000 full-time students in Harris, Lt.-Gov. Elizabeth Centres of Excellence. announcement, made by more than 130 programs, Dowdeswell, and former On top of being a board the Niagara College board according to a college me- U.S. ambassador to Canada member of the Colleges of governors at a special More than 600 people came out to celebrate Dan dia release. One of the eve- Bruce Heyman and his and Institutes Canada, Pat- celebration held last Friday, Patterson at Partridge Hall at the FirstOntario Performing ning highlights that struck partner Vicki. terson said he intends to came as a shock. Arts Centre. SUPPLIED PHOTO a chord for Patterson was Patterson’s wife Saundra mentor students and help “I had no idea that was in when college alumni from also made a surprise speech raise money for bursaries, the works,” Patterson told now having my name on it the FirstOntario Performing every year of his career, about their life together. scholarships and projects The Lake Report. As Ni- is truly humbling. Without a Arts Centre. from 1995 to 2020, came Regional chair Jim Brad- designed to provide Ni- agara College is geographi- doubt, a particular highlight It was an emotional night out on stage to thank him. ley also presented Patterson agara College students an cally a “gateway” to NOTL for me and my career.” filled with tears, laugh- “I know all of them and with a special certificate opportunity to live abroad. and borders other Niagara The event bidding ter and heartfelt wishes, it was a real joy to see they of recognition, while St. Patterson said he will step municipalities, having the farewell to Patterson, who Patterson said, and he came back to celebrate my Catharines Mayor Walter down knowing the college, NOTL campus named after will be stepping down as was “moved” to see so 25 years,” Patterson said. Sendzik gave Patterson which had “humble begin- him was a “moving gesture.” college president next June, many people from various The event, hosted the key to the City of St. nings,” has transformed into “Securing the campus attracted more than 600 sectors come together to by board chair John Catharines. a “world-class institution of was a dream come true. To people at Partridge Hall at also acknowledge the role Scott, started with an In- “I’m not sure what I can higher learning.” Holiday Open House Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 11 AM – 5 PM 1829 Concession 4 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake Sample wines, shop holiday gift packs, and browse floral ferox.ca 905-468-2271 arrangements and decor created by local designer MyMotif. Page 3 November 28, 2019 NEWS

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Kevin MacLean monitor device and supplies. Managing Editor Many others are not so fortunate. Eight-year-old Maya Gates presented the Webster took her fight for Legislature with a petition Maya Webster visited Niagara Falls MPP Wayne Gates government-funded glucose that Maya compiled over Wednesday at Queen’s Park to support the Juvenile monitors to Queen’s Park the summer and urged the Diabetes Research Foundation’s attempt to have the Wednesday. health ministry to step up Ontario government fully fund continuous glucose The Niagara-on-the-Lake and pay for the potentially monitoring devices. KEVIN MACLEAN youngster, who was diag- lifesaving monitors. nosed with Type 1 diabe- “We’re working very hard multiple daily finger pricks Gates said he was “im- tes at age two, met with and being very loud” to try and other systems, like flash pressed and inspired by the Niagara Falls MPP Wayne to make that happen, said glucose devices, that don’t dedication Maya has shown Gates, other politicians and Christi Webster. “And we warn when a patient’s blood to people in our commu- joined the Juvenile Diabe- appreciate all the work that sugar reaches an unsafe nity.” tes Research Foundation’s Mr. Gates is doing.” level. “People, especially young lobbying effort to have Maya, a precocious, well- “This system can save people like Maya who continuous glucose moni- spoken youngster, said, “I lives,” said Webster. stand up for their fellow toring devices covered by just want this to be available Unfortunately, continuous community members, are the province. for everyone.” glucose monitoring is ex- what make Niagara Falls, Maya’s mother Christi The technology for the pensive and its components Niagara-on-the-Lake, and said their family is lucky continuous glucose monitor- have to be replaced every Fort Erie such a great place – her work benefits pay the ing devices is still evolving, three months at a cost of to live,” he said in a media $4,000 annual cost of the but is a major step up from $1,000 each time, she said. statement. Page 4 November 28, 2019

The Lake Report EDITORIAL & OPINION Editorial Nominations pour in! Mag on the way!

Richard Harley Editor-In-Chief: Richard Harley Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor: Kevin MacLean Publisher: Niagara Now Wow! Since last week’s paper The Design & Layout: Richard Harley Lake Report has received more than Advertising: Rob Lamond, Luke Archibald, 500 nominations for the NOTL’s Cameron Taylor Choice Awards. Staff: Brittany Carter, Dariya Baiguzhiyeva, Thanks NOTL! Jill Troyer, Tim Taylor, Eunice Tang The next step after nominations Contributors: Denise Ascenzo, Linda Fritz, close in January is compiling the Ross Robinson, Brian Marshall, Tim Carroll, nominees for a town-wide vote, and Susan Des Islets, NOTL Writers’ Circle, after that hosting an awards ceremony. magazine comes out on Tuesday, Dec. tography and spectacular advertise- Jim Smith, Jaclyn Wilms, Collin Gooddine, The Lake Report is looking for dedi- 3. Similar to our extremely well- ments promoting the best of NOTL. Plunger Patrol, and many more members cated people to help plan the event, received premiere magazine released Those who wish to pick one up can do of the local community and for eight corporate sponsors who in the summer, the second issue of so at our office while quantities last. would like to help us make it happen. “NOTL: A Guide for Distinguised Now, back to the nominations. We’ve put together a pamphlet that Explorers” will focus on Niagara- To nominate a business, organiza- explains what we’re asking for, what on-the-Lake sights, attractions, food, tion or professional individual, please we need it for, and why it will benefit wine and everything in between – visit www.LakeReport.ca and go to the entire community. Those who wish but this time with a winter theme for the nominations page. From there you to check out the pamphlet may stop by 2019/2020. Read about it on Page 20. will be linked to our online survey, our office at 496 Mississagua St. and Because the magazine is focused on which can be taken as many times as pick one up. visitors, we will not be mailing a free needed to get all of your favourites in Contributed by Norm Arsenault: We’re also looking for venues to copy to each household. Copies will be the running. If everyone in Canada reduces their weekly donate space for the night. distributed to hotels, B&Bs, numerous Don’t wait to submit — nominations garbage by 1 pound per week, that is the On another note, we’re extremely businesses around town. However, it is close Jan. 30, 2020. excited to announce our special winter chock full of great stories, stellar pho- [email protected] equivalent of removing 18,000 tons of garbage from landfills! In Niagara-on-the-Lake that equates to 9 tons per week removed from landfills. In Niagara, 50 per cent of our garbage Correction: In our Nov. 22 story is compostable. Think about it. about Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Gracia Janes receiving the 2019 Living Landmark Award from the Niagara Foundation, we misspelled her surname. The Lake Report regrets the error.

Contributed by Patty Garriock Queenston Quarry story Thanks Lake Report for “Just because you are offended by something comprehensive coverage doesn’t mean you are right.” evoked fond memories of Remembrance Day - Comedian Ricky Gervais.

Dear editor: Dear editor: First of all, my compliments on your newspaper. We want to thank your paper for the HOW TO GET IN TOUCH I have enjoyed the local history articles by Linda Fritz. Recently, the excellent coverage you have had this one about Queenston Quarry (“The quarrymen of Queenston,” Nov. month on various Remembrance Day Email: 14) was of particular interest. services. Letters: [email protected] My father worked at the quarry, and when he and my mother mar- It is very much appreciated by all Story Ideas: [email protected] ried in January of 1948, they lived in a house at the quarry. residents and particularly the veterans Advertising: [email protected] I was born in December of 1948 and lived there as well for awhile. in the area. Phone Unfortunately, I didn’t ask many details of that time, but I do re- Thanks also to the leaders of the Newsroom: 905-359-2270 member my mother saying she never ventured outside without a hoe First Niagara-on-the-Lake Sparks Advertising Department: 905-246-4671 in her hand, because of the numerous snakes. for teaching the five-and six-year-old Office Address Ironically, when we got married in 1969, we moved into our newly girls about Remembrance Day. 496 Mississauga St., NOTL, Ontario, Canada. built house, of all places, in Bevan Heights, next door to the Queen- It was most thoughtful of them to Mailing Address ston Quarry. have the girls colour the postcards PO Box 724, Niagara-on-the-Lake, L0S1J0 My father’s one-time boss, Carl Bird, lived down the street. There and send them to the local veterans. It were times when we weren’t exactly thrilled with the noise from meant a lot to them to be remembered Have a lead on a story? blasting at the quarry and the resulting rock “fallout.” by these young children. My thanks to Linda Fritz for her story about the quarry, which Keep up the great service you are Call 905.359.2270 or send an email to [email protected] stirred memories for me. providing. Phyllis Babyk Jack and Dorothy Bates Interest in advertising? Queenston Queenston Call 905.246.4671 or send an email to [email protected] $49 HARVEST MENU SMALL PLATES A LA CARTE SUNDAY-THURSDAY ONE BITE AT A TIME OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK | 289-272-1242 Page 5 November 28, 2019 NEWS

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Dariya Baiguzhiyeva related calls, according municipalities that received The Lake Report to the department’s fire free alarms this year include incidents map. Niagara Falls, Fort Erie and Niagara-on-the-Lake’s fire “In the past, we’ve had Pelham. department, with the help carbon monoxide incidents “It’s great the town can of Enbridge Gas Inc., is on where residents had suf- distribute (alarms) as they a mission to eradicate the fered from an explosion of see fit to people who pos- silent killer in residential carbon monoxide. It doesn’t sibly aren’t protected or homes ­– carbon monoxide. happen exceptionally often, people who can’t afford The town’s fire depart- but periodically … we do it. Just to make the town Please join us for an Open House! ment has received 126 experience those incidents,” safer,” Henry Timmers, Join us for some delicious refreshments, fun combination smoke and Ruller said. operations supervisor of and special giveaways! carbon monoxide alarms as Carbon monoxide is a co- customer safety at Enbridge, part of Enbridge’s Project Fire prevention officer lourless, odorless and taste- told The Lake Report. Brad Disher with one of • Get to know your local hearing professional! Ask your Zero public education cam- less gas that is toxic and can Lord Mayor Betty Disero the smoke alarms the questions about hearing health and find out about the paign which aims to reduce fire department received cause poisoning or death. thanked Enbridge Gas for latest hearing aid technology. carbon monoxide-related from Enbridge. DARIYA Symptoms of carbon taking the initiative and • Hearing aid wearer? Come in for a injuries and deaths to zero. BAIGUZHIYEVA monoxide poisoning include including the town as part complimentary cleaning and batteries! The announcement was a headache and nausea, Rul- of the project. • RSVP to be entered to win prizes from made at Fire Station 1 on residents in 40 municipali- ler said. “It shows a great co-oper- local vendors valued at $100 each! Anderson Lane in Old Town ties across Ontario. He advised residents to ation between Enbridge and on Monday afternoon. Alarms are expected to be have smoke alarms tested the town to assist residents • Special Client Appreciation offer on Hearing Aid Purchases – Buy one get one 50%* Each year, Enbridge Gas, distributed through the fire on a regular basis and en- in getting safer,” she said in in conjunction with the department’s public events sure the alarms are installed an interview. provincial Fire Marshal’s and education campaigns correctly. Families should “Most people in Niagara- All are welcome but space is limited so please RSVP. Office, reviews applications by mid-January, said fire also have a proper home es- on-the-Lake and businesses When: Thursday, December 5, 2019 from municipal fire services chief Nick Ruller. cape plan in case the alarm are equipped, they know and chooses recipients and On average, the fire de- gets activated. the rules because it is really Where: HearingLife 1561 Niagara Stone Road, Unit #3 how many alarms each mu- partment does about 60 to The last time NOTL fire important. But there are Vanessa Vani, nicipality will receive. 70 carbon monoxide inves- department received free some that are a little more BA., AuD., Reg CASLPO RSVP: Call Elena at 1-833-831-7016 Doctor of Audiology This year, the company tigation calls per year. alarms from Enbridge was vulnerable and don’t have *This limited-time offer applies to private and ADP sales of select hearing said it invested $275,000 In October, town fire in 2015 when the town the means to get both car- aids and is subject to change without notice. For ADP sales, the 50% in Project Zero to provide services received five gas obtained 102 units. bon and smoke detectors, so discount is after the grant is applied. more than 9,100 alarms to and carbon monoxide- Besides NOTL, other area this is great,” Disero said. Promo Code NSP-OPNH-LAKR Page 6 November 28, 2019 OPINION

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Some farmers quit using Use of ‘native’ in Indigenous story was bad form cannons for neighbours Dear editor: I am writing in response to your article “Indigenous soldiers honoured in Queenston,” (Nov. 21). Dear editor: While I am sincerely happy as a resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake to see a commitment to sharing local In response to John Morley’s letter of Nov. 21, (“Bird bangers were used Indigenous stories and ensuring that the many stories surrounding the contributions of Indigenous Canadi- in the early 1950s”), noting that when he picked fruit for George Shep- ans to the settler state are thrust into the spotlight, I found some of the language used in the article incred- pard in the early 1950s, he periodically listened to bird bangers on the ibly troublesome. Sheppard farm, I note that after George subdivided some of his land and Most notably, the repeated use of the word “native’’ was problematic. new neighbours moved in in the early 1970s, he no longer used cannons. For some people, that word only refers to First Nations Peoples, while for others it is an implicitly catch-all That’s a considerate neighbour. That’s a gentleman. term, more informal than Aboriginal (which should only be used in a legal context, due to its use in the Con- The Normal Farm Practices Protection Board guidelines say that use of stitution Act of 1982, wherein terms such as Indian, Inuit, or Métis were not officially defined) or Indigenous. cannons may be considered normal in a location where few, if any, neigh- While the term Indigenous is also very broad, it is the term currently accepted by a majority of Indig- bours live nearby, but not normal if there are many residences nearby. enous Peoples in Canada for referring to First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples together. And that one must take into account echoing from the Escarpment. It is important to emphasize, however, that specificity is best wherever possible/if known to avoid homog- That’s the issue. enizing the rich and diverse cultures of many Indigenous groups. Win Laar By many academics, native is cited as an internal term due to the historically pejorative connotations that Queenston it may have. For instance, native has been associated with offensive colloquialisms such as “going native’’ which perpetuates the idea of hegemonic, hierarchical power relations between the settler state and Indig- enous Peoples through its original historical context. While I recognize the term native was used once in the article by someone who self-identifies as “native,” NDP and Greens need to work the repeated usage outside of quotation by the author was inappropriate. Additionally, at the very beginning of the article the word warrior was used. Perhaps the word soldier or with Liberals towards future peoples may have been more appropriate here – the portrayal of Indigenous Peoples as “savages’’ or “war- riors” is a common, untrue and harmful stereotype established by the settler state in Canada to exercise sovereignty. Dear editor: As well, it intrinsically upholds a highly colonial notion of the superiority of Western thought over Indig- Many Canadians sighed with relief when the Liberal party led by Justin enous ways of knowing, and thus the settler state in and of itself. Would British soldiers in the War of 1812 Trudeau won a minority government. be likely referred to as warriors? Though many Liberal supporters have their reservations about Trudeau, I am a strong believer that words are powerful and have the ability to perpetuate our privileges and the they couldn’t see a victory in voting for the NDP’s Jagmeet Singh instead. structures that uphold them. Language, even implicitly, shapes power structures and relations. Having said that, we have hopes for a progressive future in the hands While likely an innocent oversight on the part of the author, I feel that honest conversations and education of a minority Liberal government, with support from both the NDP and are an integral part of Indigenous-settler reconciliation/restitution. Green party. Some excellent educational reads that I have quite enjoyed include “Indigenous Writes: A guide to First Na- We see now a unifying moment for these three parties in the face of tions, Métis, & Inuit issues in Canada” by Chelsea Vowell, an article by Tuck & Yang entitled “Decolonization defeating the dangerous prospects of the Conservative party by a hair. is not a metaphor,” and with regards to Indigenous women and Canadian settler sovereignty, “The State is a Canada is a strong presence on the world stage and we have witnessed Man: Theresa Spence, Loretta Saunders, and the Gender of Settler Sovereignty” by Audra Simpson. the destructive agendas being put forward by Conservative parties across All of these readings are, in my opinion, essential for all Canadians, and have truly helped myself personally to our allied nations. become better educated and self-reflect as to how I can attempt to be an ally to Indigenous Peoples in Canada. With America playing a loose game of impeachment tied to a president As a member of the settler state who benefits from the ongoing, violent, genocidal dispossession of who is vastly compromised by foreign influences while simultaneously Indigenous lands in Canada, ensuring the language I use and that I see being used aligns with values of romancing the idea of dictatorship, and the U.K. walking a tightrope with respect and mutuality, continuously educating myself, and aiding others in becoming more knowledgeable the destructive results of a possible exit of the EU, Canada has decided to about the history of the peoples whose land they live on is something that I feel is of serious imperative and stay the course with what progressive leaders we can manage to hold onto underlies the basis of reconciliation/restitution. as of now. Asking who’s land one lives on, what do/did they call themselves, what was done to them, how do we Trudeau is not perfect, but he is the best of a bad situation. With Con- benefit from that, and what are they doing now is a really great start. If you can’t answer these questions servative leader Andrew Scheer not being honest with the public about his (which is incredibly common!), ask yourself why, and then search for the answers. platform with talks of health care privatization and the ideas of breath- Once again, I am grateful to see Indigenous topics in Niagara being covered by a local news outlet, and ing life into a dying oil industry, he stoked the fear of Canada turning its hope this continues into the future. back on the progress of addressing a climate change crisis and adapting a Indigenous issues in Canada are highly complex and it is no singular individual’s fault for the oversight; it is problematic health care system that has a history of bankrupting a middle by the very structure of Canada as an exploitative nation built upon genocide that oversights like this occur. class. It is my hope that continued coverage of Indigenous stories serve to dismantle stereotypes, promote the Canadians were left to feel nervous about turning to the NDP, which, agency present in Indigenous communities, and begin to undo structures that uphold the violent nature of unfortunately has not historically had many victories at the federal level. the settler state. Understanding that placing your hopes in the hands of a progressive Sincerely, party that didn’t have a strong chance of winning left Canadians sticking Annelise Perron to what they know. NOTL Trudeau, wrapped up in scandals that were overplayed by Conservative attack ads, had Canadians reluctant to keep him in power. The Prime Minister now has the opportunity to write his wrongs on We welcome your letters the progressive agendas he failed to accomplish in his first term. With the scare of such a regressive Conservative party almost taking power, the The Lake Report welcomes your letters to the editor. Please, write early and often. NDP and the Greens need to step up and become strong influencers and Letters ideally should be under 400 words long. Occasionally, longer letters may be published. All supporters of the Liberal party as it is. letters may be edited for conciseness, accuracy, libel and defamation. Canadians walk into a sombre victory knowing you can’t always get Please include your full name, street address and a daytime telephone number so that authorship can what you want. But if you compromise without sacrificing all sense of be authenticated. progress, you can get what you need. Only names and general addresses (eg. Virgil, St. Davids, NOTL) will be published. Cameron Taylor Send your letters to [email protected] or drop them by our office at 724 Mississauga St., NOTL. St. Catharines The Lake Report

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Obituaries Allan David ‘Butch’ Grimwood GRIMWOOD, Allan David (Butch) 1947-2019- Passed away surrounded by family on November 20th after a short battle with cancer. Loving husband of Claudia (nee Erwin) for 47 years, loving father of Rob and Chris and caring grandfather of Devin, Carly and Lauren. Predeceased by his parents Ted and Betty. Loving brother of Ted (Carol Anne) Grimwood and Marilyn Hackett, brother-in-law of Carolyn Philbrick and predeceased by sister- in-law Rosalyn MacTavish. He will be lovingly remembered by an aunt, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Glendale Niagara District Plan phase two. SUPPLIED PHOTO Butch was a life-long resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake and a long-time volunteer firefighter and ambulance attendant, while working at C&C Yachts and then later being self-employed. Glendale Notes: Final draft of Thank you to the staff of NHS St. Catharines site 3A and Doctor Maddison for their excep- tional care. Niagara District Plan revealed In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life is being held on Saturday Dec. 7 from Steve Hardaker transit hub at the corner of Glendale 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at the St. Davids Fire Station, 745 Warner Rd., St. Davids. Community Correspondent Avenue and Taylor Road. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morganfuneral.com. McCauley said the next steps will be to Glendale-area residents got another gather more input from the community peek last week at what their community through a crowdsource commenting might look like as it develops over the platform on the region’s website, niaga- Alma Dyck coming years. raregion.ca/projects/glendale-niagara- The Region of Niagara conducted the district-plan. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Auntie Alma last of three public information meetings Based on ideas and suggestions they (Dyck) on the morning of Monday, Nov. 23 2019, in her bed at her Tabor Manor home at the age to inform and gather input for Phase 2 receive, staff will prepare the final dis- of ninety four. of the Glendale Niagara District Plan on trict plan for town and regional council Alma was born on May 28, 1925 to Margaret and Abraham Dyck. She was raised in Niagara- Nov. 20. approvals in the first quarter of 2020. A on-the-Lake with four siblings, Eric, Henry and Helen who preceded her in death and Jake who Phase 2 commenced in October 2018 regional official plan amendment and resides in Chartwell in Niagara. At the young age of four as a result of an accident, Alma lost with an objective to transform the Phase Glendale Secondary Plan update will the majority of her eyesight, which of course impacted her entire life. She never married nor 1 vision into definitive land use plans follow. had children of her own and consequently her family and all her friends became very important and strategies for economic development In response to one resident’s ques- to her. She was the first cornea transplant patient at Toronto General when she was thirty which within the district. tion concerning timeframes for develop- unfortunately was unsuccessful. At the age of sixty-five a second cornea transplant took place About 60 people attended the latest ment, McCauley said, “the Glendale that gave her 80% of her vision. It was a miracle after almost sixty years without sight. presentation. district plan is a long-term strategy for Alma lived a frugal and very simple christen life. She resided at Pleasant Manor for many Attendees reviewed display panels growth and development. The update to years where she had a wonderful circle of friends. She was quite social in a smaller gather- showing proposed land use planning the Glendale secondary plan will be the ing, however never wanted any attention to come her way. Alma could speak her mind, but concepts and streetscape renditions of the vehicle to implement the land use desig- she always made you feel loved. She was the ultimate “baby whisperer” and babysitter and all district before a formal presentation by nations and policy framework to achieve children loved her. Her faith was strong and brought her much comfort throughout her life and Niagara Region senior planner Kirsten the vision of the district plan. death. Following a fall and broken hip at the age of ninety she was released from hospital into McCauley. “The secondary plan will also be Long Term Care at Tabor Manor until her passing. There she was reacquainted with her long- The Glendale district has been divided informed by technical studies that review time friend Anna Wall. Their friendship spanned more than eighty years. The Tabor Manor into residential components including transportation, infrastructure, the natural staff have been absolutely wonderful in their attention, love and care for Auntie Alma and we low-, medium- and higher-density builds, environment and commercial land needs, will always be grateful for that. Although we often encouraged her to become the “First Centu- plus mixed uses, a hospitality district among others. Following the comple- rion” in the family (and she quite liked the idea of that) … that was not to be. north of the QEW, and a protected em- tion of the secondary plan, the timing of In accordance to how Aunt Alma lived her life … an intimate, Christian graveside service ployment component north of the QEW development is largely dependent on the has taken place at Lakeshore Cemetery. Anyone wishing to make a donation may do so to the on either side of York Road. landowners and when they are ready to “Radiant Care Home.” Niagara College has been designated a submit applications,” she said, special study area as the college works to While many factors could affect tim- complete its own master plan. ing, “it would be fair to think it’s prob- The highlight of the district will be ably five years before you see any major Betty Helen (Suderman) Dick a proposed main street running from residential construction starting. The Glendale Avenue to the Outlet Col- district plan vision for ultimate build-out Betty Helen (Suderman) Dick lection mall. Builds along the main of the entire Glendale area may go well Nov. 23, 1932 – Nov. 23, 2019 street will be mixed-use with ground- beyond the usual planning timeframe of On her 87th Birthday, Betty Helen Dick passed from this life into floor businesses and amenities, and 2041,” McCauley said. eternity, securely into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus residential above. Steve Hardaker has lived in Glendale Christ. Our mother and grandmother served faithfully her family The other highlight was a proposed for nine years and is active in many and the community with a gentle spirit and humble heart. combined community and multi-modal community organizations. Betty is pre-deceased by her husband Wilbert N. Dick (2014) and her son Gerry (1981). She is survived by her children, Jim Dick (Eleanor), Barbara Pulst (Siegmar), and Fred Dick (Connie): by her Tidbits 10 grandchildren; and by her 9 great-grandchildren. The second youngest child of Emma and Abram Suderman, Betty is survived by Frieda Andres. She is pre-deceased by Lydia Boldt, Anne Andres, John Suderman and Emily Virgil Christmas tree lighting is Dec. 5 Neufeld. The family would like to give their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Radiant Care Pleasant Manor. A tree lighting of the pine tree in front of the town administrative building on Four Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, Nov. 28 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mile Creek Road will be held on Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. the Town Campus of Cornerstone Community Church. The Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on All are invited to join for cookies, hot apple cider, a musical performance by the Friday, Nov. 29 at the Town Campus, 1570 Niagara Stone Rd., Virgil. Donations to Multiply NOTL Ukesters and a special appearance by “a jolly man in a red suit.” (Formerly MB Missions) or Cornerstone Community Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca Page 8 November 28, 2019 NEWS Farm workers visit Old Town for tree lighting ceremony

Continued from Front Page want to know more – and Spanish and could help with they want to get more translations. only two had been down to involved. We have about She also reached out to Old Town before. 2,000 farm workers who Lord Mayor Betty Disero, Armed with what little come here annually. Instead who said she was “so happy Spanish she knows, Buxton- of just passing them in the they’re coming.” Cox said she’s connected grocery store and saying And while bringing the with a group of women farm “Ola” or “Hi,” some of these workers to the ceremony workers over the last couple people need actual help,” and offering her time is a months. She’s been driving she said. start, she said she would them to run errands and She said she regrets she like to do more. spending time with them can’t do more for all the Partnering with Andres, socially. farm workers in town. Right she’s working on getting the “I do it with the underly- now, limited resources limit word out about farm worker ing message – which is ‘We what she can do, but she said welcome kits, which Andres appreciate you and the work she hopes that will change as has been putting together. you’re doing.’ It’s all about the message spreads. Buxton-Cox said she is send- creating a relationship.” “We’re just trying to do ing out an information page Buxton-Cox said she ap- something that’s manage- about cost of the kits and how proached Barry Wilding, who able right now. This is the they can help farm workers. drives a school bus, and he first time we’ve ever done “It’s a way to offer them arranged for the use of the it,” she added. something over the holiday The community gathered around the Old Court House steps for the tree lighting bus and donated his time to “I would love to take all season,” she said. ceremony on Sunday evening. RICHARD HARLEY/JESSICA MAXWELL bring them to Queen Street. the farm workers that stay Email money trans- She wanted to arrange for Christmas. The hope is fers can be sent to niagara- a thank you for them for to grow and to create com- workerswelcome@gmail. Sending $25 will fund three vests. paper roll, Tylenol travel Christmas, she said, and munity and relationships, com to purchase kits which one kit; $50 for two; $35 for Kits will be filled with pack, instant chicken soup the tree lighting presented a so they know how much we will be distributed in Febru- one kit and a reflective vest; heavy duty work gloves, package, granola bar and perfect opportunity. appreciate them.” ary 2020. Use the word $70 for two kits and two thermal work socks, a new Band-Aids. And a personal “I think that there’s a real She enlisted the help of “welcome” for the e-transfer reflective vests; and $100 washcloth, hand towel, welcome note is always a shift in town that people a local pastor who speaks question. will fund three kits and toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet special touch. Polish army chief visits NOTL to pay homage to fallen soldiers Dariya Baiguzhiyeva soil, commemorates Polish they’re putting in keeping ance.” The Lake Report soldiers who trained at in good shape this piece of Also present at the cer- Camp Niagara from 1917 to history of Poland,” said An- emony were Coun. Norm Poland’s army chief vis- 1919. drzejczak. Arsenault, members of the ited Niagara-on-the-Lake More than 22,000 vol- “I got to (come) here to Polish Canadian Congress Monday to pay tribute to his unteers of Polish descent see and talk to Poles and it’s Niagara District, representa- Public Affairs Officer of the Polish Armed Forces Joanna homeland and to the Polish crossed the border from very nice. Also, I very much tives from Poland’s consul- Klejszmit listens to Lt.-Gen. Rajmund Andrzejczak’s speech soldiers buried in Haller Youngstown, N.Y., to join appreciate Canadian efforts ate in Toronto, members of at the ceremony Monday. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA Cemetery at St. Vincent de 221 Polish-Canadians for and support of (lord) mayor various Polish organizations Paul Catholic Church. military training at Camp of the city to help keep as well as community resi- After their training, more dered how those recruits, Lt.-Gen. Rajmund An- Niagara in those years. (cemetery) in a good shape. dents of Polish descent. than 20,000 volunteers were who were born in America drzejczak, the chief of the That part of the camp Love the respect,” he said. Before wreaths were laid, sent overseas to fight in or Canada, agreed to fight general staff of the Polish became known as Camp It was his first visit to Niagara district president France, then in the Polish- for Poland’s independence Armed Forces, participated Kościuszko. During train- Canada and Andrzejczak Zofia Soja addressed the Ukrainian War in 1919 and despite never being there. in a wreath-laying cer- ing, 41 Polish soldiers died attended the Halifax Inter- crowd in Polish, speak- later in the Polish-Soviet “How can you motivate emony. from the Spanish flu, 20 of national Security Forum ing about Haller’s “Blue War. somebody to give up ev- “I’m absolutely obliged to whom were buried at the last week, gave a talk at Army” and the history of Following the First World erything, your family, your go wherever there’s a piece NOTL cemetery. Four other Canadian Forces College in the cemetery. War, Canada ceded the home, and lay down your of Poland and a piece of Poles and a priest who died Toronto and visited NOTL The Polish volunteers NOTL burial plot to Poland. life for a better community? Polish history and see the from other causes are also before heading back home were trained by Canadian Marek Lesniak of the Pol- Which is amazing,” Lesn- Polish flag,” Andrzejczak buried at the plot. The oth- to Poland. officers and were outfitted ish Special Forces said he iak said. told The Lake Report. ers were repatriated home. He noted his troops in and financed by France. appreciated the Canadian “As Polish people, we The burial plot in NOTL, “I was really inspired Latvia are commanded by a They wore French uniforms government’s gesture in pro- have that attachment to which is officially con- by activities of the Polish Canadian battalion, which and were called the “Blue viding a training camp to Canada because of what sidered sovereign Polish society here and attention is a “great example of alli- Army.” Polish volunteers and won- happened here,” he said. Page 9 November 28, 2019 NEWS Christmas parade ready to roll Dec. 14

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva “We didn’t feel the need The Lake Report for judging. Everybody gets recognized,” Turcotte said. Members of the Royal Ca- “We thought this would be nadian Legion Branch 124 better participatory rather will be the parade marshals than a competition.” at the annual Christmas Pa- Many participating area rade on Saturday, Dec. 14. businesses and organiza- The parade will start tions, such as Simpson’s at Memorial Park on King Pharmacy and the NOTL Street at 11 a.m. Legion The parade is supported each year by the sale of buttons, Historical Society, have in- members will lead the pro- which can be found at local shops. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA teresting floats, said Turcotte. cession in a horse-drawn Other participants, like carriage provided by Sentin- so it was great,” said Kevin buttons, which can be the Burlington Teen Tour eal Carriages. Turcotte, the town’s manag- found at Valu-mart stores, Band, have a reputation Each year, the Christmas er of parks and recreation. the NOTL Community of putting on great shows, Parade committee chooses With about 100 entries Centre and other locations Turcotte said. an organization or indi- and six or more bands, throughout town. Brock University and vidual to lead the parade the parade will proceed to Participation at the parade area elementary schools based on their achievements Castlereagh Street, turn is free but the Town of also have great floats that or major milestones. left to Wellington Street NOTL pays for policing, showcase community spirit, In previous years, the and on to Byron-Prideaux maintaining Santa’s float he said. NOTL Rotary Club, the Street, turn left to Simcoe as well as for supplies and And, of course, no parade town’s Communities in Street, Queen Street, and bringing in some of the is complete without the man Bloom committee and vol- will end at the corner of bands, Turcotte said. of the hour: Santa Claus unteer firefighters – to name King and Johnson streets. Proceeds from but- who will make an appear- a few – were among the For spectators waiting on ton sales and all donations ance at the end. honorary parade marshals. Queen Street, the parade from local businesses will “It’s the best Santa “The Legion has always should arrive there by about go toward supporting the Claus Christmas parade in been a great supporter of the 11:30 a.m. parade for future years. Ontario,” added the town’s parade so we thought it was NOTL residents can This year, the Town of community engagement stdavidsvetclinic.com something that was appro- support the parade by NOTL decided there will be co-ordinator, Lauren Kruit- priate and they accepted it, purchasing Christmas no judging of floats. bosch. Heading south? Make sure your pet is Who let the dogs out? ready to travel!

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Holiday Open House - 11 Free Youth Walk in Mental Nobel Prize Series Nobel STEAM Story Time - 11 a.m. to Seniors Drop in: Casual Duplicate Bridge (ACBL Rotary Holiday House Tours - a.m. to 4 p.m. - Caroline Cellars Health Clinic - 11:30 a.m. to Prize in Physics - 2 p.m. - NOTL 11:45 a.m. - NOTL Public Library Bridge - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - NOTL Sanctioned) - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Winery 7:30 p.m. - Red Roof Retreat Public Library German Conversation Group Community Centre NOTL Community Centre Open Studio Art Show and Sale Open Mic with Buzz Hummer Carribbean Christmas CARP Holiday Social - 12 p.m. - - 9:45 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. - NOTL Parents and Tots Play Group Open Studio Art Show and Sale - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Gate Street - 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Legion Branch Fundraising for Education Royal Niagara Golf Club Community Centre - 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Gate Street Studio 358 Gate St, 124 Foundation of Niagara - 2 Duplicate Bridge (ACBL Movie: Bee Nation - 2 p.m. - NOTL GateWay Community Church Studio 358 Gate St, Annual Christmas Bake and Expressive Interiors p.m. - Royal Henley Retirement Sanctioned) - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Public Library The Gift Makery: Eco Friendly Candlelight Stroll - 6:30 p.m. to Decor Sale - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Community Intermediate - 9:30 a.m. - NOTL Community Centre NOTL Toastmasters: The Power Wrapping - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 9:30 p.m. - Queen Street Queenston Library Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre Committee of the Whole - 6 NOTL Rotary Club - Noon - of Kindness - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - p.m. - NOTL Public Library Rotary Holiday House Tour - St. Davids Veterinary Clinic Ravine Christmas Market - 11 p.m. - Council Chambers NOTL Community Centre NIagara College NOTL Campus 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Photos with Santa - 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. - Ravine Vineyard Estate Fun Duplicate Bridge - 9 a.m. Niagara Golden Age Club: Christmas Social and Turkey p.m. - St. Davids Veterinary Clinic Winery to noon - NOTL Community Seniors Euchre - 1 p.m. - NOTL Raffle - 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Niagara Plein Air Painters Art Winter Urn Workshop - 12 Centre Community Centre - Virgil Fire Hall 1391 Concession Show Reception - 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. p.m. to 2 p.m. - Niagara College 6 Rd. - - NOTL Public Library Greenhouse Nursery Revolutionary War Winter Garrison - 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Fort George 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Revolutionary War Winter Council-6 p.m.-Council Municipal Heritage-6:30 p.m.- STEAM Story Time - 11 a.m. to Seniors Drop in: Casual Duplicate Bridge (ACBL Christmas Parade-11 a.m. to Garrison-12 p.m. to 4 p.m.-Fort Chambers Council Chambers 11:45 a.m. - NOTL Public Library Bridge-1 p.m. to 4 p.m.-NOTL Sanctioned)-1 p.m. to 4 p.m.- 2 p.m.-King Street, Castlereagh George Fun Duplicate Bridge-9 a.m. to Duplicate Bridge (ACBL German Conversation Group Community Centre NOTL Community Centre Street, Wellington Street, Byron Open Studio Art Show and noon-NOTL Community Centre Sanctioned)-1 p.m. to 4 p.m.- - 9:45 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. - NOTL Willowbank Holiday Open Stuffy Sleepover-4 p.m. to 4:45 Street, Prideaux Street, Simcoe Street, Queen Street Sale-11 a.m. to 4 p.m.-Gate Free Youth Walk in Mental NOTL Community Centre Community Centre House-7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.- p.m.-NOTL Public Library Street Studio 358 Gate St, Health Clinic-11:30 a.m. to 7:30 NOTL Rotary Club-Noon-NOTL Communities in Bloom-2 p.m.- Willowbank Garrison Christmas--Fort George NOTL Ukesters Annual p.m.-Red Roof Retreat Community Centre Council Chambers Community Christmas Christmas Party-1 p.m. to 5 Italian Conversation Niagara Golden Age Club: Lord Mayors Youth Advisory Dinner-5 p.m. to 7 p.m.-Niagara p.m.-NOTL Community Centre Group-12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.- Seniors Euchre-1 p.m.-NOTL Council-7:30 p.m.-Committee Regional Native Centre Swingin Christmas with the NOTL Community Centre Community Centre Room 1 Toronto All Star Big Band- French Conversation Group-2 Chess Club-5 p.m.-NOTL Public 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.-St. Mark’s p.m. to 3:30 p.m.-NOTL Library Anglican Church Community Centre Wine and Words: Jennifer Swing and Sparkle: Social Robson-7 p.m.-Konzelmann Estate Swing Dance Event-7:30 p.m. Winery to 10 p.m.-Club 55 Christmas High Tea Fundraising for Education Foundation of Niagara-2 p.m.-Royal Henley Retirement Community

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Brittany Carter ... I think it’s really good for The Lake Report the town.” Aside from Elltoft’s The Rotary Holiday home, there are five other House Tour is one of houses on the regular tour. Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most The special VIP evening anticipated seasonal events tour of the McArthur bringing close to 4,000 Estate has been sold people through expertly out since October, Pen- decorated homes and land- man said. There are also marks in town – planning several “auxiliary” stops begins as early as January on the tour: the McFar- to get the two-day spectacle land House, the Niagara off the ground. Pumphouse Arts Centre, It may seem as simple as the Niagara-on-the-Lake asking residents to open Museum, and RiverBrink their homes for the week- Fine Art Museum will also end and allowing designers be decked out for the tour. to deck their halls for the In celebration of St. holidays. But if it weren’t Mark’s Anglican Church’s for the dedicated committee Decorations over the fireplace at “King’s Landing” in NOTL during the Holiday House Tour in 2019.RICHARD HARLEY 225th anniversary, St. putting in months of plan- Andrew’s Manse on Simcoe ning, the town-wide holiday almost $100,000, Penman is managed by about six the home of Niagara-on- “We’re a leave your shoes Street has also been added. open house would never said. The money raised goes to eight of the more senior the-Lake Realty co-owner on kind of home,” he said, It’s the quality of the have become the success it directly into the Rotary, members of the group. Tom Elltoft. adding he was happy to be decorations and variety of is today. which funds charities and “Every year we try to He said he’s been involved able to contribute. houses that Penman said “After the tour ends, we organizations both locally make the (McFarland) with the house tours for sev- “It’s such a great cause. keeps people coming back. have a post tour meeting, and internationally. house a whole new de- eral years - connecting the These garden tours and And she said social media and then we start again in While the tour is orga- sign. Our extra home is for Rotary Club with homeown- house tours we have all and proper marketing has January looking for houses nized by the Rotary Club probably the more senior ers and suggesting potential provide great funding for played a large role in help- and getting our committee of Niagara-on-the-Lake, designers. We start planning appropriate houses. things – whether it’s Rotary ing to get the word out. set up. It really never ends 250 volunteers help pull in June,” she said. “In the industry I have ac- in this situation or the Shaw “We couldn’t have a tour - it’s a 12-month commit- it off. Not to mention the At that time, the club be- cess to that, I suggest homes Guild. It’s a great way to without the homes and we ment,” said this year’s chair skillful design talents of gins gardening and coming that may be appropriate, or show off our town and the certainly couldn’t do this of the house tour committee the four local organiza- up with a concept for the they will approach me and pride people have in sort of without the decorators.” and Rotary Club member tions, and this year two design. This year, she said tell me they’re looking for a maintaining and preserving This year the decorators Lorna Penman. homeowners, who tire- the theme for the McFarland certain style of home and I the town,” he said. are Mori Gardens Design The Holiday House Tour lessly design and decorate House is “Christmas Carols may be able to find that for “It’s why people love it and Garden Centre, Regal will be on Friday, Dec. each home. of the 1800s.” them,” he said. here.” Florists and Garden Centre, 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7. Barbara Bedell of the The key to the garden After the completion of a As for anyone thinking The Garden Club of Ni- Penman said it’s one of the Garden Club of Niagara club’s designs is the use of three-year home renovation of offering up their homes agara, and a new decorator, Rotary’s biggest fundrais- said members have been fresh materials, Bedell said. project, he said it was his for future house tours, Spade and Sparrow. Two of ers of the year. Drawing decorating for the house “We’ll go out and pick turn to open his doors. Elltoft said it’s been a the homes will be deco- in 3,800 people – she said tours for at least nine years. them fresh – so we’ll And though he jested the good experience. rated by the homeowners the annual event has grown Each year most of the 67 probably start the Monday thought of having thou- “For people coming after themselves. from its humble beginnings members set to decking out before,” she said. “Every- sands of people walking us – there’s no reason to Tickets are selling fast, to one of the most attended the McFarland House “to thing’s fresh, we don’t use through his house might be afraid of it. It’s been a and can be purchased holiday house tours in the the nines.” The garden club any artificial materials.” be a bit “terrifying,” he positive experience. They’re at https://niagaraonthelak- Niagara region. also takes on an extra house The garden club will also said his has always been a well prepared and very erotary.ca/page/events- Last year, the tour raised for the tour, she said, which decorate 31 Prideaux St., “welcoming home.” considerate with your time tickets. Evolution of an art show

Brittany Carter “So, she reached out to the room. The Lake Report like-minded artists who “So, I handed the re- also wanted to paint in served space over to my A group of local cre- a group outside,” said a group – with the blessing atives dubbing themselves member of the group and of Carole Butlin who is in the Plein Air Artists will organizer of the gallery charge of the bookings. showcase the work of 13 showing, Janice Opie. She said it was quite al- members at the Niagara- Opie said what began as right for me to forfeit my on-the-Lake Public a solo show had evolved solo show and open it up Library for the month of into a group showing for to the group,” she said. December. the month. An opening reception The group was initiated She had booked a gal- will be held on Dec. 7 by Cindy Sheridan who lery showing in the Rotary from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., wanted to paint plein air, Room of the library for where guests can meet the which means to paint out- herself, but she was un- artists, view the paintings doors; but she didn’t want able to produce enough and enjoy refreshments, to paint alone. artwork on her own to fill Opie said. Cindy Sheridan and Janice Opie paint plein air. SUPPLIED PHOTO

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Brittany Carter him to get the book off the for several years, always was inauthentic.” The Lake Report ground. “I would have found making notes and forming Moving forward, he says it comforting, I think. It was ideas when he had time, he wrote about throwing Mike Keenan always tried scary what I went through.” though he says it wasn’t himself into jogging and looking on the bright side, He was hit with a midlife until he retired that he took reaching six miles a day. even after living through crisis around his 40s when up writing more seriously. He composed poetry while several crises at different he says his life was going “It’s something that I have running and talks about the stages of his life. “swimmingly.” At the time, been working on through- symbolism of running to He wrote about how he’s he had been married for 18 out my entire life. The and from his issues. Mike Keenan with a shirt from Hotel Dieu Shaver Hospital coped by using humour, years, had two kids, two book was written in several “Because I got up to six that reads ‘don’t ever quit’ which inspired the name of his jogging and positivity in cars, a career and a house. stages. When I was in the miles a day I was floating book. BRITTANY CARTER his self-published book Suddenly he says he start- work world, I was pretty on endorphins and a run- “Don’t Ever Quit: A Journal ed questioning everything. busy as it was, I didn’t have ner’s high. It had a big impact on my him again to find ways to of Coping with Crisis and “I got into a very reflec- a lot of time for writing.” I thought that was a great recovery. There were a cope with life’s constant Nourishing Spirit,” which tive mood and that forced The first portion of the solution, but it was a diver- couple nurses in particular roadblocks, he says. is available now on Kindle me to start dealing with my book touches on his rela- sion. I use running as a that are in the book that Armed with a sense of and Kobo. dysfunctional family grow- tionship with his father, or metaphor – running toward were like my guardian humour, which he says He says he hopes the book ing up in Toronto in poverty. lack thereof, and his experi- or running away from con- angels,” he says. is extremely important will offer some comfort It was something that I ence in athletics as a way to frontation with myself.” And as well as encourag- in making it through any and solace to those going always pushed aside and seek his dad’s attention and After an exceptionally ter- ing his rehabilitation, his crisis, and his own experi- through difficult times in never dealt with directly.” approval, he says. rifying moment waking up stay at the hospital inspired ences, Keenan compiled their own lives. He dealt with it indirectly, After an all-star foot- with no feeling in his lower the name of his book. the book as a way to work “I think it might be he says, by diving into ball career at Western body while vacationing in “I saw a shirt that read through everything he has beneficial for other people athletics as a kid and taking University, he was trying Athens with his wife, he ‘don’t ever quit’ – I knew undergone so far while also who have to encounter these up running later in life. out for the Calgary Stam- says he spent months recov- that would be the name of offering some solace and types of things – particu- But it wasn’t until he began peders, when it dawned on ering and learning to walk my book.” comfort to those dealing larly anybody who has to go writing different parts of him that he wasn’t doing it again at Hotel Dieu Shaver After coming to terms with their own personal through a major event like the book that he was able to for himself. Hospital in St. Catharines. with his “awful upbringing,” crises. hospitalization,” Keenan work through how his past “I thought to myself, He credits his recovery overcoming a midlife crisis Keenan’s e-book is says. had been taking a toll on his ‘What the hell am I doing to the nursing staff, for and learning to walk again, now available for Kindle “I would have liked to present. this for?’ I had the realiza- their positivity and excel- Keenan was hit with yet at https://tinyurl.com/ read something like this Keenan, who is The tion that I had been doing it lent care, he says. another crisis. yeybavvj and for Kobo when I was in the hospital.” Lake Report’s theatre to get my father’s attention. “The people who worked He was diagnosed with at https://www.kobo.com/ That “was a big push” for critic, worked on the book My entire athletic career there really impressed me. prostate cancer, compelling ca/en/ebook/don-t-ever-quit.

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Niagara Area Jeep Club and friends gather at Phil’s Valu- Brittany Carter school because it means so Institute. She is currently mart in Virgil for the Newark Neighbours Food Drive on The Lake Report much to me personally and studying screenwriting at Saturday. Steve Gulley, Holly Potter, Tayler Rodrigue, Rob to my creative journey as the New York University. Harold, Janina Montagna, Anthony Montagna, Lorraine Some say don’t ever well. (The school) gave me “I feel very privileged to Rodrigue, Austin Montagna and Marissa Montagna. meet your heroes, but Tate all the tools to be a working come from where I come BRITTANY CARTER Kenney, a local aspiring actor,” she says. from but I’m also so excited Stefon Benson and Tate actress and graduate of the Kenney says Thomas’s ca- that it has fuelled all of the Kenney introduce Marlo Lee Strasberg Theatre and reer is something she could different passions that I Jeep enthusiasts collect Thomas. SUPPLIED PHOTO/ Film Institute in New York, model her own path after. have, and now I’m here (in HUNTER CANNING says meeting hers was not “She’s someone who has New York) I can make them 1,400 pounds of food only inspiring, it was life had such a diverse career all possible.” camera work” speaks to her changing. but then always in tandem Access to the Shaw Fes- as well, she adds. for Newark Neighbours On Nov. 4, Kenney with her activism. Your tival Theatre is one of Ken- “I love that you can have introduced acclaimed art should be your protest, ney’s highlights growing up a little more time to grow Brittany Carter Janina Montagna. actress Marlo Thomas your art should be your in Niagara, she says, and it into something.” The Lake Report More than 1,400 pounds during the institute’s 50th politics – that’s certainly helped fuel her passion for Kenney is taking the time of items were collected, anniversary celebration in how I feel. She’s always dramatic arts. to grow into her career, and Jeep aficionados stood she said. “We look for- New York City. done that with grace and “We’re really lucky to says New York is where up for those who have it ward to next year when “She’s all the things I humour and tact.” have the Shaw because it she feels she belongs right rough on Saturday morn- we can hopefully collect want to be,” says Ken- The positive influence of was really the only place now. Managing the logistics ing as the Niagara Area more.” ney. “They say don’t meet a strong female role model I knew that actors could of working in the United Jeep Club collected four The food drive has been your heroes but in my whose career is sort of work. And it was such a States, she says she believes vehicles full of donated held at Phil’s Valu-mart experience that has not winding down while she special occasion when I got her path is through higher food during the annual on Niagara Stone Road for been the case; she was very herself is embarking on to go growing up,” she says. education, which is why food drive for Newark the last three years. delightful.” her own journey is proof Her love of the craft isn’t she is currently enrolled in Neighbours. Montagna said the group Kenney, 27, was asked Kenney doesn’t need to set limited to stage acting a screenwriting program at “We had two pickup is thankful to Valu-mart to come in as a beneficiary limits on her goals, she says. though. She says she’ll the New York University. truck beds and two four- owners Phil and Shan- of the institute, and though “I can do all the things I “work anywhere for a sand- And though she sees New door jeeps full, from non Leboudec for use of she says that may sound want to do. I’m not going to wich.” York as her home for now, the back of the front their parking lot as Jeep cliché – the opportunity to be limited in terms of my “I love the work. I’d ide- she says she makes it back seats to the tailgates,” club members collected represent the institute which ambition,” she adds. ally love to do a play and to NOTL to visit her parents said club administrator donations from customers. transformed her life and “Stuck between two plac- maybe three movies a year, often. career, while also introduc- es,” she bounces between because there’s just such “My parents have made ing a giant like Thomas was Niagara-on-the-Lake, where different benefits from be- enormous sacrifices. Per- “emboldening.” she spent many years work- ing on stage and being on sonally, financially, and I’m “It was really incredible. ing at local wineries to fund camera,” she says. “There’s sure emotionally on their They’ve had a couple little her New York jaunts and nothing like that real-life part. But they have really galas like this before and where her parents live now, experience. When you can supported me from the be- they’ve asked me to speak to New York, where she hear someone sobbing ginning. Not only supported – and I’m obviously very received a scholarship for in the back row, there’s a but encouraged. I try to see humbled to do so. I love and graduated from the Lee power in that.” them as much as possible,” being a representative of the Strasberg Theatre and Film But the “infamy of on- she says. Sandra Iafrate will shine a light on her Gate Street Studio during Candlelight Stroll weekend. SUPPLIED PHOTO Shining a light on art What is phylloxera?

Brittany Carter During the weekend Open The Lake Report Studio Art Show and Sale, Each week, the staff of Ravine Winery share their expertise and offer a brief explana- Iafrate will exhibit her tion about an aspect of wine. So, whether you’re an expert oenophile or a newbie just NOTL artist Sandra original and print artwork – finding your way around wine country, we trust you’ll enjoy. Cheers! Iafrate hopes to shine some as well as offer artwork for light on her Gate Street Stu- sale. A microscopic aphid-like insect, phylloxera resides in the rootstock of a grapevine dio in downtown Niagara- She paints primarily in cutting off nutrients and water, eventually killing the vine. It evolved in North America, on-the-Lake during the oils, featuring bold and due to various conditions, including harsh weather, developing somewhat of a resistance Candlelight Stroll weekend . complex nature, floral and to this pest. Unfortunately, European rootstock (vitas vinifera) did not develop such On Friday, Dec. 6 the stu- foliage pieces. resistance. In the mid 1800s, the French tried to cultivate North American vines from dio at 358 Gate St. will be Recently named a finalist Virginia and didn’t realize that they were about to have about 80 per cent of their vines open all day, from 11 a.m. for International Artists wiped out in a matter of four years due to the infestation. This story led to the origin to 8 p.m., with live music in Magazine’s garden and Phylloxera. WIKIMEDIA of A.O.C. – Appellation d’origine controlee – France’s version of VQA. We’ll visit this the evening by Andrea flower competition, she said COMMONS subject another time. Polito, who will be sing- she continues to evolve as However, a solution was developed, one that is still used today: the European vitas ing some carols and opera, an artist. vinifera is grafted onto the North American rootstock. The North American rootstock is able to get water and nutrients from Iafrate said. The studio will Visit her website at www. the ground to the rest of the vine unaffected by still existing phylloxera. Most wine-making regions around the world use this remain open on Saturday sandraiafrate.com, or reach practice to grow healthy vines, including France, Germany, Italy, the U.S. and Canada. Phylloxera the Devastator was aptly and Sunday from 11 a.m. to her by phone at 289-696- named and changed the course of grape growing around the world. 4 p.m. 2789. Page 16 November 28, 2019 FEATURED

Festive Tales: Hanukkah’s story of courage and determination

Hermine Steinberg dice, so remaining resilient, proactive, and hopeful is not Writers’ Circle only a cause for celebration but a cultural imperative. However, the part of the story that always intrigued It was a cold and dark winter’s evening in December me the most is that in my mind the miracle wasn’t but my home was filled with the delicious aroma of po- really that the oil lasted an additional seven days, but tato pancakes and the lively chatter of friends coming rather that our ancestors lit the first wick at all. together to celebrate the season. They knew they didn’t have enough oil but forged Icewine peaches. Yum A few years ago, my husband and I, together with our ahead anyway. The miracle was that they took the good friends, the Claviers, decided to organize a latke chance, a leap of faith. It teaches us that courage and Collin Goodine party. We wanted to share our holiday tradition with determination, overcoming our fears in the darkest of Special to The Lake Report friends in the community. What started off as a simple times, is what manifests miracles and magic. idea evolved into a cherished annual event. It is no coincidence that this Celebration of Light falls Icewine is a beautiful, sweet, fruity and viscous wine Although Hanukkah originally was considered a around the winter solstice, when many cultures around that is a much-sought-after acquired taste. In Niagara, we minor holiday, it frankly has grown in popularity as the world celebrate the “turning of the sun’’ or the end of are very fortunate to be surrounded by so many amazing a cultural counterweight to Christmas. It celebrates a the long dark days with feasts, festivals, and holidays. It wineries that produce a wide variety of complex icewines, miracle that occurred about 2,200 years ago when a is a symbolic reminder to search for light in dark times. so much so that some even have an ice room dedicated to Damascus tyrant tried to force the Jewish people to That night at my home we all gathered together to their bounty. worship Greek gods. light the Hanukkah candles, inviting individuals to This simple recipe combines a prized Niagara-grown Jewish rebels fought for their freedom for three years, share their wishes for the season, fruit with the nectar of icewine. The crispy brule that won, and reclaimed the holy temple in Jerusalem. They Afterward, I walked around observing friends sharing is formed on the peach after braising, with the intense wanted to rededicate the temple and needed oil to light stories, toasting each other, and sampling each other’s sweetness followed by the bitter chocolate, is classic. the menorah, but had only enough to keep the flames latke. It was a brilliant convergence of histories and Enjoy. burning for one night. The oil lasted for eight days, traditions, all of us celebrating the possibility of the enough time to produce more of the precious oil needed rebirth of light into our lives. Ingredients: to keep the eternal flame lit. In that moment, I secretly hoped that perhaps we 6 Niagara peaches Hanukkah is about the powerless being victorious over could create a new tradition that brings together people 2 cups water the powerful and, against all odds, maintaining religious of all faiths, backgrounds, creeds, races and genders to 1 cup white sugar freedom. Unfortunately, an ongoing theme in Jewish his- bring greater enlightenment into our world and keep the 1 tsp vanilla tory has been resistance against oppression and preju- eternal flame burning. 1/2 bottle (about 100 ml) of Vidal icewine Dark chocolate for shaving

Directions: Wash and cut all the peaches in half, removing pit. Set peaches aside on a plate. (Try to buy free stone peaches in season.) In a small, thick-bottomed pot, bring the water and sugar (simple syrup) to a boil. Add the vanilla and turn the mixture down to a simmer for about five minutes. In a casserole dish, or any oven-safe dish with one- to two-inch sides, place a piece of parchment paper. Lay the peaches cut-side down onto the paper. Try to use a dish that allows little space around the peaches. A small, eight- inch square dish works well. Pour the hot liquid over the peaches. Place the peaches into a hot oven at 400F, for about 20 minutes or until the peaches are a little soft and the skin starts to pull away from the fruit. Take the peaches out and the skin should pull right of. Jaclyn Willms and Danielle Lepp demonstrate a quick workout. STAY FIT NOTL Allow the peaches to cool. If the skin did not pull right off, once they are cool enough to handle, peel the skin off with the help of a paring knife. Remove from the pan and cool until ready to serve. The six-minute work out challenge To serve: In cast iron pan on medium to low heat, add the icewine Jaclyn Willms and bustle of Christmas is to your list of priorities six just one exercise or combine and allow to simmer. Special to The Lake Report too busy, you have extra minutes of movement in the them each day. Place the peaches in face down and continue to sim- commitments and that morning or at night every Bottom line- movements mer until the icewine starts to reduce a little and look Lets do this together. you’ll get back on the single day. creates more movement and more like a thick syrup. I’m challenging you to healthy train in January. Set a timer for six minutes if you are taking this step While the icewine is reducing, use a spoon to baste the do six minutes of exercise Breaking this mindset and start to do a minute each to move for six minutes peaches with the icewine, trying to cover the back sides of everyday until Christmas. can be difficult and over- of two exercises switching every day you are likely to the peaches. Once the icewine is almost reduced, remove This is the time of year whelming so we avoid it all back and forth or one-minute do more and watch a little the peaches and place onto a plate. exercise and healthy habits together. on and one-minute rest if closer what you eat. Spoon the icewine reduction over the peaches and grate tends to go on the back Instead of focusing on all you are a beginner. Check out @niagarafit your favourite dark chocolate over top. burner. The voice in the the extra stress and things Make it simple so you on Instagram for videos on If preferred, you also can add whipping cream, sweet back of your head keeps you have to do this holiday have no excuse not to do it. exercise ideas and the six- mascarpone or even ricotta.. telling you that the hustle season I want you to add Maybe each day focus on minute work out challenge! Page 17 November 28, 2019 FEATURED

John Travolta movie filmed in NOTL

The John Travolta movie was called “The Experts” and it was filmed here in Niagara-on-the-Lake in 1989. Many good movies were made in town but this film was a flop. As part of the set, a store that at the time was home to Rolly’s Jewellers was renamed Jones Insurance.

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vernacular cottages but there is strong evidence to suggest the roofs were later renovations. Randwood, impressive It’s a rarity though it might be, is also an 1870s large-scale face- Advertising inquiries? in NOTL lift to Second Empire from Email [email protected] its original Regency style. or call Rob at 905.246.4671 The Prince of Wales? It, too, Brian Marshall was retrofitted to Second Featured A Second Empire in Niagara. SUPPLIED PHOTO Empire in the 1870s when it was still the Long Hotel. There is something glori- and built as full expressions against a decorative pattern Interestingly, this last ous about fully-expressed of the style. of multi-coloured slate roof reno may provide a clue in Second Empire buildings. Popular in North Ameri- tile. Many of the surviving explaining the scarcity of Worship Directory Perhaps it has to do with ca between 1860 and 1890, Niagara houses possess a design-built Second Empire the vertical lines, which Second Empire homes tower (or faux tower) on the homes in town. draw one’s eyes upward. often incorporated Itali- facade which rises to break To underwrite the hotel Then again, it may be the anate and Gothic elements, the main mansard roof renovation one of the own- continental flavour imparted but the mansard roof line and can (as shown in ers, Frederick Date, took by the mansard roof and truly defined the style. The this photo) have a differ- a mortgage on his home; Italianate-styled windows. mansard was a two-sloped ent roof silhouette. These a home he eventually lost But whatever the source hipped roof that created homes seem to soar sky- when an economic reces- of this feeling might be, a full upper storey which ward, unabashedly proud of sion that began in 1873, there is an undeniable pres- was typically finished but their embellishments. compounded by a run on ence about this architecture still defined as an “attic” So, is Second Empire styl- Wall Street in 1884, hit both that makes most folks stop (at a time when attics were ing absent from NOTL? tourism dollars and general and stare. exempt from tax). No, there are buildings business revenues. Regionally, Niagara is Almost without excep- after the Second Empire Second Empires were blessed by a good number tion, dormer windows with style, however likely none expensive to build when of stellar Second Empire decorated surrounds were are “as-built.” There are a money, for most, would have homes that were designed set in the lower slope, often couple of mansard-roofed been very tight.

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The house in the crate

Denise Ascenzo Exclusive/The Lake Report

It was just a small one- and-a-half storey home, built by David Secord in 1803, then destroyed dur- ing the War of 1812 when American forces burned St. Davids to the ground on July 19, 1814. The only remnants of the small home left standing were the fire- place and massive chimney. The Secords, like all survivors of the war, rebuilt their home. A new one-and- a-half storey house was built around that fireplace and chimney in the latter part of 1814. By 1815, the Secords added a summer kitchen to the back of the house. Richard Woodruff, who ran a successful general store in St. Davids, pur- chased the Secord home for his family in 1824. In 1827, William Woodruff (brother to Richard) added The welcome centre for Ravine Winery has a long and interesting history, having left St. Davids in a box, only to return years later. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA an addition onto the front of the first structure in the owner being Maj. Wilfred struction never happened. tacted the Rumgays, offer- Architects during the res- and purchased by the Wilderness Georgian/Loy- Woodruff. In 1992, Douglas Doerr ing to purchase the still- toration. Harbers in 2007. As a side alist Georgian design. Then In 1967, things took a died. Mrs. Doerr did not crated home. In her notes about the note, there is no documen- another and final addition, funny turn for the house. want to take on the project The Rumgays agreed and house, MacRae referred to tation to prove that Mack- the parlour, was added to Maj. Woodruff sold it to so her son sold the entirely the home was once more it as a “valiant beauty of a enzie ever stayed in the the home sometime before Judge Cudney, who then crated house to David and on the move, this time back dying house.” By 2007, full home. the 1860s. sold it to Mr. & Mrs. Doug- Bruce Chamber of Bond to its roots in the village construction of the entire So, 40 years after the Richard Woodruff died in las Doerr of Caledon Ont. Head, Ont. The crated of St. Davids. It would be complex started. In No- home was moved from 1860. The Woodruff family It was the Doerrs who house was moved there. rebuilt this time and would vember 2008 the temporary St. Davids, the “House of continued to live in the decided to move the house. For some reason though, become the welcome centre tasting room was opened Nations” was back where house until 1882 when Mrs. From 1969 to 1970 the the house remained crated for Ravine Winery. in the newly reconstructed it all started and opened Margaret Woodruff died. house was dismantled. and was sold again, this In 2004, Jane Burgess, of summer kitchen. its doors to welcome all After her death, the house Each beam, post, door, time to Peter and Jane Stevens Burgess Architects, The Harbers had been to enjoy a small piece of was divided into apart- floor board, every single Rumgay of Port Hope. started the restoration of told that there was a paint- history. ments that were rented out item in the house was Their plan was to rebuild the home’s many compo- ing of the house done And, yes, that original to families who were new numbered, documented the home on a lake lot in nents. Marion MacRae, a by Frederick S. Haines. fireplace and massive to the area. Sometimes and then crated. This Port Hope. renowned Canadian archi- He was a colleague and chimney that stood strong three or four families lived meticulous, time-consum- Once again, the house did tectural historian, docu- friend of the Group of during the burning of St. in the house at any given ing job was done by the not get rebuilt and sat for mented in her book “The Seven. He had painted a Davids in 1814 proudly still time. The home became architect firm of Fin Fris. another few years in crates. Ancient Roof” the entire picture of the home in 1937, stands today in the home. affectionately known by the The entire house, now all In 2003, Norma Jane and structure of the building. calling it the “House in St. More Niagara’s History locals as the “House of Na- in crates, was moved to Blair Harber, the owners The detailed drawings and Davids Where Wm. Lyon Unveiled articles about the tions.” Although rented out, Caledon, where it was to be of Ravine Winery, tracked research that MacRae had Mackenzie Lodged.” past of Niagara-on-the- the house remained in the reconstructed. down the location of the done on the home was a More research was done; Lake are available at: Woodruff family, the last Unfortunately, the recon- house. The Harbers con- great asset to the Burgess the painting was located www.niagaranow.com Page 19 November 28, 2019 COMMUNITY

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Caroling fun

With Betty and Jane

Pillitteri Estates

Royal Oak students headed over to the Romance Gallery to place handmade decorations on Monday. SUBMITTED BY LORD MAYOR BETTY DISERO The Village gets lit Sandra Sanchez accepts the Golden Plunger for Pillitteri Estates. THE GOLDEN PLUNGER

Sunday, Nov. 24 marked the 8th annual Village Holiday Pillitteri Estates Winery is on Niagara Stone Road lighting ceremony. At 5:30 p.m. Dale Des Islets welcomed and provides an “Olympic” experience, proudly the local residents who gathered for the traditional lighting presenting “Team Canada’s” wine collection and with the assistance of some of his team, signalled the and a donation is made to the team for every lights to be turned on. Dale and his team of 30 volunteers bottle sold. You will find this winery steeped once again brought magic to the Village! in local viticulture and agriculture history with After the initial lighting in Dietsch Park, everyone carried over 50 years of growth. Leave ample time to on to the park at Jordan and Norton streets for hot apple soak in a tour of their wine production facilities. Despite the apparent abundance and wealth in Niagara-on- cider and cookies provided by the Village Social Com- Now on to the “toilettas.” The first thing we the-Lake, there are those in need. For the third year, NOTL mittee along with the help of 20 volunteers. The Evergreen noticed were unique, large wood and cork doors Sparks decorated grocery bags for the Christmas clients of Singers entertained the residents with Christmas carols leading into the accessible restrooms. Inside, Newark Neighbours. Guiders explained to the girls that not which added to the celebration. the room was divided into two distinct areas. everyone is able to afford a delicious turkey dinner with all The trees full of colour throughout the Village is always the trimmings. It made the girls happy to know the bags The first space encouraged “final touches” for a beautiful start to the holiday season and contributes to the were often used for the “good stuff” — cookies, candy and your overall appearance and the inner sanctuary dessert. SUBMITTED BY LESLIE MOULSON town’s holiday festivities. allowed visitors to do their “business” in private single stalls. Overall, a very comfortable and well “corked” experience. Tarot of 3.5/5 Golden Plungers the week Lisa Tache/Special

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