Serving Lake Erie’s North Shore Friday December 12, 2014
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INSIDE Get Behind The Wheelhouse! The George Barnes Memorial Wheelhouse was the navigational control room on the laker ‘Fernglen’. STORY PAGE 3
Holiday treats and gift ideas. Shop locally whenever you can. PAGE 4
Port Stanley Report This year’s Dickens Day Parade was held on Friday November 28th. The parade was enhanced with a full marching band from the University of Western Ontario as well as several new float entries. STORY PAGE 5
“We’ll be home by Christmas” A First World War Story by the Elgin Military Museum’s Jeffrey Booth
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We all know that the boys did not return for Christmas with their families. On the Western Front, there had been one million casualties and the fast battles of the summer had turned to slow mudfilled trenches of stagnation. Slowly everyone became aware that this was going to be a long war with many more millions yet to die. Starting on Christmas Eve, many troops sang Christmas carols across the lines, and at spots brass bands joined in their joyous singing. At first light of dawn on Christmas Day, some German soldiers emerged from their trenches and approached the Allied lines across no-man’s-land, calling out “Merry Christmas.” The Allied soldiers feared it was a trick, but seeing the Germans unarmed, they climbed out of their trenches and shook hands with the enemy soldiers. The men exchanged presents of cigarettes and plum puddings and sang
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carols. Some soldiers used this shortlived ceasefire for a more somber task: the retrieval of the bodies of comrades who had fallen between the lines. The so-called Christmas Truce of 1914 came only months after the outbreak of war and was the last example of the out-dated notion of chivalry between enemies in warfare. It has never been repeated on such a large scale.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of that first Christmas of WWI, the Elgin Military Museum will open its doors to the public for an arts and crafts show on Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Join us at 30 Talbot Street in St. Thomas for a cup of warm apple cider and to meet local artisans and crafters offering unique gift ideas for the holiday season. A 91st Battalion from Elgin County were among the first Canadians to sign up for WWI. Cheered on by their fellow citizens, here they march along Talbot Street in St. Thomas on their way to the train station and an unknown destiny in the trenches.
The work on the West Breakwater Port Stanley: Many in the region are visiting Port Stanley’s harbour walkway and beach, wanting to know what exactly is going on at the West Breakwater. For too many years it was neglected and left to deteriorate, risking the future of the harbour itself. Nothing was going to be done until Transport Canada divested the harbour in September 2010. This was part of their strategy to reach a deal on divestiture – a threat to fence off the harbour property and leave it to go natural over time. Fortunately, the deal reached with the Municipality of Central Elgin did come with $13.5 Million to repair infrastructure and conduct any necessary dredging over time. This was not enough to do everything that needed to be done. However, with careful investment, and careful spending the harbour will be preserved for the Commercial Fishery and recreational uses.
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Have a Safe & Happy Holiday!
This Christmas, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of one of the last and greatest acts of humankind’s ability to act with common sense, compassion and hope. The Christmas Truce bears repeating, if only for a day the troubles of the world “can” disappear. Humankind then may be at peace and if only in our hearts, we can all be back home for Christmas.
In 1914, our boys marched off to war. Their battle cry was “We’ll be back by Christmas.”
Dan McNeil
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Photograph from the Elgin Military Museum collection.
The original west breakwater was completed in 1832. The current structure is over 100 years old. The concrete breakwater is actually built on top of wooden cribs filled with stone. Maintaining the integrity of these cribs is extremely important, and was the reason
Left: Port Stanley Councillor Dan McNeil at the safety gate on the West Breakwater in the early fall, prior to work starting. Below: Equipment working on the West Breakwater through the fall. why the work was started this year. The cribs have deteriorated and have missing timbers. Some areas are worse than others. The most important work involves attaching permanent 10mm thick steel panels, by divers, to the wooden cribs with long lag bolts (underwater). These steel panels are cut to size to suit each specific area to be repaired and extend upward to the concrete. The steel panels continue to just above the water and are anchored to the concrete with bolts. The space between crib and the concrete will be filled with a bagged concrete seal. There will be space above this seal between the steel and the breakwater. It will be highly irregular and will be filled with horizontal and vertical steel rebar welded to the steel plate. Finally, the space will be filled with concrete. This work will include the crib holding up our heritage lighthouse. The reconstruction of the upper surface of the breakwater was done as Continued On Page 6
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LETTERS Impressed with work on the West Pier As daily walkers in Port Stanley along the harbourwalk and boardwalk going to the main beach, my friends and I have been totally impressed with the Company and workers doing the reconstruction of the pier/breakwater. The workers are out there at seven in the morning often to seven at night including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, weather permitting. To watch the cement trucks drive out on the newly widened pier, pour concrete and back off is amazing. Another truck waiting to go. They work in cold, windy weather, stopping only if the wave action is too rough. Gentlemen, you are to be commended for your diligent work. The outcome of your hard labour will be a welcoming addition to Port Stanley and will bring many visitors to our wonderful village. Thank you to the Council of Central Elgin for their vision. Harriett DeJonge Port Stanley
Thank You from Port Stanley Lion and Lioness Clubs On behalf of the Port Stanley Lion and Lioness Clubs, we would like to extend sincere thanks to all the folks that participated in the Port Stanley Dicken’s Day Parade November 28th. Many thanks to those that came out and supported us on a perfect parade night. There are too many participants and organizations to mention by name; however a special thanks must go to the members of Central Elgin Council for your support and joining in, the Port Stanley Firefighters, the Sailor’s Junior C Hockey team, and the associates of the Port Stanley Post Office for collecting letters to Santa. Thanks to all for your invaluable help. Thanks to Carol Gates of GT’s, for donating additional prizes. Thanks to the Port Stanley Summer Theatre, for supplying hot chocolate to those gathered in the centre of town. Once again we would be remiss if we didn’t mention the major contribution that Mackie’s made to the parade. Instead of a Continued On Page 6
REPORT
Andrew Hibbert December 14 1814: Battle of Lake Borgne - Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines in open boats take heavy losses in capturing a flotilla of U.S. gunboats on Lake Borgne, Louisiana not far from New Orleans. December 15 1814 - January 5 1815: The Hartford Convention. Meeting secretly in Hartford, Connecticut, 26 New England delegates address grievances of the federal government's management of the war, namely control of the militia, conscription, and the financial burden of defence.
American diplomats sign the Treaty of Ghent, Belgium, ending the War of 1812. They agree to return to the status quo from before the war. News of the Treaty will not reach the United States until February 1815. December 25: The Kingston naval dockyard launches HMS Psyche, a 56gun frigate sent 'in frame' from England and assembled on site. December 27: The British Prince Regent (later George IV) ratifies both treaties signed at Ghent. One relates to boundaries in North America and the other to the slave trade. December 28: United States Congress rejects a conscription proposal.
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Washington, DC. December 28: British Major Gen Sir Edward Pakenham launches a major probe of Gen Andrew Jackson's defences but is repulsed with heavy casualties.
The Treaty of Ghent After months of negotiations, terms for a cessation of Anglo-American hostilities were finally settled. The treaty stipulated a return to the status quo ante bellum (pre-war state of affairs) benefiting the Americans who would now recover previously occupied territory at Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin Territory, part of the District of Maine, and Forts Astoria, Mackinac, and Niagara while the question of determining boundary claims would be addressed by later commissions. Surprisingly, the 11 approved treaty articles failed to address the initial causes of war, namely sailors' rights and free trade. Despite criticism in both Britain and the United States, the treaty was considered a victory by the Americans who successfully asserted their sovereignty against the British Empire.
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December 23: British Major General John Keane with 1,800 men reach the east bank of the Mississippi and encamp on the Villeré Plantation. Jackson sends sorties from the city that night to bring back information about the British. The British repel the heavy American counterattack that lasts well into the night. December 23: Battle of Villeré's Plantation - General Andrew Jackson, with a much larger force, launches a threepronged surprise attack on Keane's camp. In a sharp fight, American forces inflicted 277 (46 killed) casualties while sustaining 213 (24 killed). Falling back after the battle, Jackson established a line along the Rodriguez Canal . The American attack put the British off balance, causing them to delay their advance on the city. Using this time, Jackson's men began fortifying the canal, dubbing it "Line Jackson". December 24: Unknown to the forces fighting in North America, British and
Central Elgin’s new council was sworn in on December 1st. Seated: Mayor David Marr, & Deputy Mayor Sally Martyn, Back Row LtoR: Ward Three Stephen Carr, Ward One Dan McNeil, Ward Two Dennis Crevits, Ward Four Harold Winkworth, Ward Five Fiona Roberts
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7:00 p.m. Carol Sing Featuring Lauren York 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist Readings & Carols 9:30 a.m. Sunday, December 28th
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Get Behind The Wheelhouse! The Port Burwell Historical Society A Project of The Port Burwell Historical Society to Honour The 175th Anniversary of Port Burwell’s Lighthouse, 1840-2015
What is the Wheelhouse? The George Barnes Memorial Wheelhouse was the navigational control room on the laker ‘Fernglen’. Constructed in 1917, the ship changed hands seven times in its seven decades on the lakes. Its twostorey steel exterior is 27’ x 24’ and its interior is tongue-and-groove fir, with a built-in map cabinet. It will be an unparalleled addition to the first-rate collection of Great Lakes shipping artefacts in Port Burwell’s Marine Museum, and a highly visible attraction on Port Burwell’s main street between the museum and our historic Lighthouse.
How did this opportunity come about? More than 20 years ago, Ron Bradfield, Chuck Buchanan, Tony Lama and David Mason had a dream – to bring a Wheelhouse from a Great Lakes laker to the grounds of Port Burwell’s Marine Museum. They almost pulled it off when they were offered one from the decommissioned laker ‘Henry Steinbrenner’ for $5000. But fate worked against them when it caught fire from a stray spark during the ship’s demolition, and burned completely. The group was offered the more sophisticated ‘Fernglen’ Wheelhouse as an alternative, but at the prohibitive price of $30,000. That Wheelhouse went to
George Barnes & Sons, excavating contractors at Lowbanks near Port Maitland, where its lower floor was refurbished for the company’s office. Jump ahead to the fall of 2014, when this family firm was making plans to replace the Wheelhouse with a new office building. Remembering the interest of four men from Port Burwell all those years ago, they contacted Ron Bradfield – and have generously offered to donate the Wheelhouse to the Port Burwell Historical Society in memory of George, who passed away in 1998.
As I sit here writing this, I realize it’s only 1 more month until Christmas. Christmas should be a time of quiet reflection, peace and joy. Unfortunately for many of us, it’s a season of stress, anxiety, over spending and indulgence. While some reports indicate that people can gain up to 5 to 10 lbs, research in the New England Journal shows that it’s really more like 1-2 lbs. But don’t take a deep sigh yet- the same study found that those extra few pounds were still there by the following September! (It’s the gift no one seems to return) Obesity is becoming a major concern in Canada. About 25% of Canadians are obese, and another 37% are overweight. That means that almost two-thirds of Canadians are either obese or overweight. In the past 20 years, obesity rates have doubled for adults and tripled for children. Obesity increases the risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and some types of cancer, as well as affecting psychological well-being. So what makes us gain weight? In the simplest terms, our bodies need calories from food to function. When the calories from food exceed the calories we burn off from activities, the excess is stored as fat.
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So how do we fix this? Daily, regular exercise is a great start. Instead of driving everywhere, choose to walk distances which are manageable. Have the kids “buy” their screen time by exercising. Studies have shown that 45 to 60 minutes of walking four days a week creates a total 1,000- calorie deficit. But, it takes a 500 calorie deficit each day or 3500 calories per week to lose 1 lb of fat! To expend 3,500 calories one would have to walk at a moderate pace for about six to ten hours. Exercise, while a vital part of a healthy lifestyle is not enough to help us lose the fat. This means that we need to look at our diet. Large portions of calorie rich foods create an excess of calories. Canada’s food guide recommends that for weight reduction, men should consume about 1,200 to 1,600 calories per day, and women should consume about 1,000 to 1,200 calories per day. This should be from a variety of sources. Whatever changes you make, you should speak to a health care professional who can help you design a program which is sustainable and right for you.
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The regular meeting of the Port Bruce Ratepayers Association board was held on December 2nd at the North Erie Marina clubhouse with 11 board members present. Discussion included continuing work on the ramp for the welcome sign, as well as preparation of a plaque identifying the history of the bell. The bell was recently erected next to the welcome sign. Other discussion included ordering hats with the new PBRA logo and finalizing preparations for Santa’s visit. Since meetings are now the first Tuesday of each month, the next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2015. If you wish to attend the meeting, please contact a board member in early January to determine the location.
Please make cheques out to: Port Burwell Historical Society. Note ‘Wheelhouse Project’.
Ron Bradfield, Chuck Buchanan, Bev Hickey, Barry Wade, Albert White.
The Wheelhouse will sit on the grounds of Port Burwell’s Marine Museum, across from our historic Lighthouse and facing our historic
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harbour. Reminiscent of the Ashtabula’s Wheelhouse, it will be a tribute to the era of big ships in the harbour in the 20th century, as the wooden Lighthouse is to the days of sail and steam of the 19th. Our hope is to officially ‘launch’ the Wheelhouse at its new home on July 1st, 2015 in celebration of the 175th Anniversary of the completion of the Lighthouse in 1840.
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A capacity crowd was on hand to see Santa and Mrs. Claus on Dec 6th as he made his annual visit to Port Bruce. After illuminating the beautiful new lights on the tree at Wonnacott Park, Continued On Page 5
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PORT BURWELL REPORT Allan Spicer
What price heritage? The Municipality of Bayham appears to be determined to sell off 200 years of heritage, the old fire hall property, an integral corner of Col. Burwell's legacy, bequeathed to Port Burwell. Market Square, in perpetuity! The other three corners are the Cenotaph, the basketball court and the Bodsworth Library. Community Centre repairs, water woes and basic infrastructure seems to be too demanding on our local resources, driving the need to sacrifice our heritage. Discussion of Memorial Park, as an asset on the block, is unfathomable. It is patently obvious, that the Municipality of Bayham is not sustainable as a stand-alone entity. Another issue is harbour divestiture, a key to our future as a viable community.
A hopeful sign Ottawa has indicated funding for Small Craft Harbours in a recent financial statement by Finance Minister Joe Oliver. If any community with a Small Craft Harbour is in need of support from Ottawa it is the Municipality of Bayham.
the Elgin Military Museum, must make the most of it. We can become a tourist destination again! The Polestars have a vision of how Bayham might look in the future, and the quality of life we might strive for. Let’s all get on board!
PORT STANLEY REPORT
We can just look down the road along the lake. Look at the community spirit in Port Bruce. Port Stanley has decided to stake their future on a tourism-based economy. It seems to be working. There are many attractions, including a very popular local live theatre. We need to support our own fledgling Periscope Playhouse. Their two plays this summer were very well received. We need to fill all of the seats next season and allow this talented group of high-energy volunteers to reach their creative potential.
Andrew Hibbert
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Santa's driver delivered him to the clubhouse at North Erie Marina. There, about 40 children had a chance to sit on Santa's lap and tell him their Christmas wishes. He even got a couple of kisses! Santa read a story, sang a few Christmas favourites and enjoyed treats before heading on his way. It was a great evening! If we're good, I'm sure he'll be back next year!
Dickens Day Parade Winners This year’s Dickens Day Parade was held on Friday November 28th. The parade was enhanced with a full marching band from the University of Western Ontario as well as several new float entries. The winners of this years judging were “Most Victorian/Original Float: The Port Stanley Optimist Club, “Santa visits Port Stanley in a boat”. The Port Stanley Youth Group, because they made their own "Ugly Christmas Sweaters" which were really quite good. The “Best Youth Group” was the 1st Shedden Scout Group. The “Best Illuminated Float” the Talbot Trail ATV Club. It was particularly difficult this year as there were several floats that were not totally functional until the parade was actually under way. Honourable Mentions; The St. Thomas Optimist Club for their Snoopy Aeroplane, Laemers float, the Port Stanley Sailors and the U.W.O. Marching Band. We all had fun and the parade was exceptional again this year. The Lions and Lioness just keep outdoing themselves every year. Congratulations!
The Ojibwa has received a second prestigious tourism award. Apparently the EMM has brought us a recognized tourist attraction. This presents a tremendous opportunity. The community, our municipal government and
Judges this year were: Donelda Pocock, Killer Desserts, Brian Welsh, Festival Theatre and Linda Hibbert, The Lake Erie Beacon. Thanks to Linda Hibbert for this report
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While many people enjoyed Santa’s recent visit to Port Bruce, some might not realize the effort that goes into ensuring that events like this happen. Thanks to the Port Bruce Ratepayers for purchasing 25 new strings of lights for the tree in Wonnacott Park. The tree looks so much brighter and more colourful than in recent years. Thanks go to the several volunteers who assisted in getting those lights from the store and onto the tree. And, without the assistance of Eastlink, there would only be lights at the bottom of the tree! The installation of the lights alone took many people over 4 hours! Thanks to the several volunteers who helped set-up and decorate the clubhouse and install snow fence and lighting outside to keep everyone safe. And, don’t forget the volunteers who went back the next day to clean-up, take down the chairs, decorations, snow fence and lights. Several people donated a few hours doing these tasks too. But, a special “thank you” goes to one person in particular – John Blankenship. Did you ever wonder who puts up the banners at the pavilion to advertise events, or where some of the supplies are stored? Did you know that John was the one who coordinated getting the new lights up and without his efforts there might not have been a Santa party? It is people like John and a handful of others in the village who volunteer significant time to make these events enjoyable for all. Next time you see John, be sure to say “Thanks”.
Annual Christmas Party Open Invitation The Port Stanley historical society, Heritage Port, is holding their Annual Christmas Party on December 18th at 1:30 pm in the Harbour View room above the library, in the Festival Theatre building. Everybody is invited to come out, meet the members of Heritage Port and enjoy cake, coffee, juice and tea. Bring a friend to this free event and enjoy a friendly and social afternoon.
David Harding demonstrates his antique Railbike at the PSTR Station. David Harding also wanted to share with us this unique bicycle that is a replica of one that would have been used in the early 1900’s along the railway line. The bicycle is a genuine antique, built in the 1930’s by the Enfield Company who also produced the Lee Enfield rifle for use by the military forces of the British Commonwealth during the first half of the 20th century. The bike itself is called a Royal Ensign bicycle. The outrigger, found recently in an antique shop, is from the late 1800’s. It rides on the second rail of a railway line and is made from white ash with a wooden wheel covered with deerskin. The wheel is enclosed by a button rubber tire for traction and stability on the rail. The bicycle and outrigger would have been used by a Stationmaster to inspect the line, retrieve order sheets and set signals along the line. The photo was taken beside the Port Stanley Terminal Rail station where the Santa Clause train had just left the station. The Santa special runs Saturdays and Sundays through December at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm. There are modern versions of the “Railbike” that are used on abandoned rail lines.
Port Stanley Holiday Light Display
In the spirit of the holiday season, from November 29th to December 31st, Dennis Taylor and Raymie Jewell are once again inviting visitors to their home at 291 Selbourne Drive in Port Heritage Port Chair David Harding also noted that there will be a sur- Stanley for a display including lights synchronized to music as well as a tour prise visitor who is going to talk of the backyard, which has lights surabout his new book. No, it’s not rounding ponds and up in the trees Santa! over 65,000 lights in total! Sunday to Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 6 to 10 p.m. Donations to
A Bicycle Built For Two “Rails”
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North Shore Community Events F E S T I V A L S
PORT STANLEY 2014/15
Port Stanley Community Policing Requires volunteers. To help protect your village, call 519-782-3934 or Carroll at 519-782-7616, email pscp@rogers.com Port Stanley Library 782-4241 304 Bridge St. Mon, Tues, Thurs, 10 - 8:30 Fri 1 - 5, Sat 9 - 1. Men’s Book of the Month. December, In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex by Nathaniel Philbrick. Ask about the Mens Book Club to discuss this title Children’s Programs Kidz Korner Mondays from 6-6:45 pm, Ages 6-12 — please pre-register! Pajama Rama Monday evenings from 7-7:30pm, Stories and songs for all ages & their caregiver. No registration required, please drop in! Preschool Story Time Tuesday 10:15-11am, please preregister! Songs, stories & crafts for ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Lego Boys in grades 3-8: Sign up now for our fall session! Thursday Evenings 4:30-5:30pm Adult Book Club Little Princes by Conor Grennan , Tuesday, Dec. 16, 7-8pm Annual Christmas Potluck Dinner December 15, 6pm. Everyone is Welcome! please let us know if you’re attending Cookies and Cocoa Join us for our Cookie Exchange on December 18, 6:30pm. Sign up with your favorite cookie, & bring 3 dozen plus the recipe to share & exchange! Scrapbooking Bring your photos for a creative scrapbooking session! ($5.00 per person, please pre-register) - Monday, Dec. 22, 10am-12pm VON Foot Care Clinic December 18th, January 29, 2015 at The Villa Apts, 289 Frances Street 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Call 519-782-4089 for appointment. Sponsored by Port Stanley Lioness Club. Port Stanley Village Association meets the third Thursday of the month 7- 8:30 pm. All welcome. Port Stanley Optimist Club Fruit-cake fundraiser, Three different types, all $18 each, In Christmas boxes or tins. To order please call: Connie Arnold 519-782- 5082 or Emily Finch 519-769-2514. We can deliver locally Optimist Club of Port Stanley will have Christmas Trees for sale at Foodland. Optimist Club of Port Stanley Angel Christmas Tree. The celebration will be Saturday Dec 13 at 10am. Make cheque out to Optimist Club of Port Stanley for Angels you want, $10 each. Call Angela Howie for info 519-7823272. Angels are for deceased family members or friends. Christ Anglican Church Sunday Morning Service, 9:30 am with Eucharist. We invite all to join in worship with us. Coffee follows downstairs. Al-Anon Meeting, Christ Anglican Church 7:30 pm every Friday. If there is an alcohol/drug problem of a family member or friend that is affecting you, the Alanon Family Groups may be able to help you. St. John's Presbyterian Church Tom Jeffrey Pastor. Sunday Worship 10 am followed by Fellowship Hour. The Door is always open, why not join us? Sunday School starts at 10:20 am. St. John's Presbyterian Church the Sunday School Christmas performance. A Portrait of Emmanuel on December 14th 10 am followed by a pot luck lunch. Everyone is welcome. Port Stanley Youth Group at St. John's Presbyterian Church December 12, Possible snow sculpture and/or craft Port Stanley United Church Service of Worship at 11 am followed by a time of fellowship. Come join us. We are now wheelchair friendly and barrier free. Port Stanley & Community 55+ Club Meets every Monday 1:30 -4 pm to play Euchre at the Port Stanley Arena. For info call 519-782-4801 (John Brenders) or 519-685-2101 (Marie Geerts). Heritage Port The meeting for December 18th, 1:30 pm (Christmas Gathering) will be at the Port Stanley Festival Theatre. Post Card books Vol. 1 & Vol 2 now available, $90 each, only 1 set remaining. Port Stanley the First 100 Years, $25. Get yours at the Lake Erie Beacon, 204-A Carlow Road, side door, 1-5 pm. Proceeds to Heritage Port. Port Stanley Legion Branch #410 Summer Hours: Mon. & Thurs., 12-7, Tues. & Fri., 12-10, Wed. 11-10. Sat. & Sun., 12-7, Port Stanley Legion Branch #410 Don’t forget the Legion offers the following: Seniors Bridge, Tues. night, Euchre: Wed. night Legion Darts Tuesday night 8 pm Men’s Darts Saturday Afternoon Meat Draws 3-5 pm Port Stanley Legion Bottle Returns Mon & Thurs- Closed, Tues, Wed., Fri, Sat 12-4 pm. Port Stanley Legion Ladies MahJongg, Fridays 1:30pm. We are looking for beginners as well. If you like to play MahJongg come on out! Port Stanley Legion Port Stanley Karaoke, Every 3rd Friday of the month, 7pm - 11pm. Come for the fun. Port Stanley Legion Br. 410 New Year's Eve Dance Wednesday December 31, Band: Point Taken. Cost: $20. per person, after Dec 15th $25. per person. Time: 9 pm - 1am. Hot and Cold Buffet Served at 12:15 am
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Port Burwell Historical Society meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7 pm at the Marine Museum. Call 519 874-4135. Museum Bayham meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month 7pm, Municipal Office in Strafforville. Call 519 874-4135. Oriental Masonic Lodge meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Vienna Masonic Hall, 7:30 pm. New Members Welcome! Call 519 874-4135.
AYLMER 2014/15
Aylmer 50 + Seniors Welcome you to join them for Euchre or Bridge Every Monday 1 - 3:30 pm upstairs at Aylmer Legion Admission $2.
DEXTER 2014/15
Dexter United Church Dexter Line. Service of Worship at 9:15 am followed by a time of fellowship.
DUTTON 2014/15
Dutton & District LIONS Sunday, Dec. 14, LIONS famous full breakfast; 9 am-1 pm, in the LIONS DEN (behind Dutton Dunwich Community Centre): Adults $6 Dutton & District LIONS Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015 (Not the 1st): Charity BINGO; Dutton Dunwich Community Centre, 7 pm, featuring $500 Jackpot and several other special games. Dutton & District LIONS Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015 famous full breakfast, served just for you; 9 am till 1 pm, in the LIONS DEN (behind Dutton Dunwich Community Centre): Adults $7 Special games.
FINGAL 2014/15
Knox Presbyterian Church Worship 10 am. Coffee, cookies, fellowship follows: Sunday school/nursery 10 am. For info (519) 769-2157. Come and worship with a warm and friendly group of people, we are barrier free. Knox Presbyterian Church Fingal, Christmas Eve service, 7 p.m. Minister, John Van Eyk. Phone: 519-769-2803.
SHEDDEN 2014/15
Shedden Library Hours: Tues. 2:30-8:30, Thurs. 2-5, Fri. 10 - 5, Sat. 2 - 5 764-2081. Children’s Programs Preschool Story Time Friday mornings 11-11:45am Songs, stories and crafts for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver December 12 is the last program for 2014: Join us for a Christmas potluck luncheon!! Cookies and Cocoa! Join us for our Cookie Exchange on December 16 at 6:30pm. Sign up with your favorite cookie, & bring 3 dozen plus the recipe to share & exchange! Lego! We have LEGO for use anytime while you’re in the library! Adult Programs Adult Book Club Little Princes by Conor Grennan, New members are always welcome! Ask how you can reserve a copy!
SPARTA 2014/15
Sparta Stitchers Every Tuesday 1- 4 pm, Sparta Community Hall. We quilt, tat, knit, embroider, smock, crotchet, etc. Everyone welcome. Cost is $5. session. Come learn a new skill. Sally Martyn (519-775-2292). AA Group Meetings: Tuesdays at 8 pm in the lower hall at the Community Centre.
ST. THOMAS 2014/15
Abundant Life Fellowship Join us at the Timken Community Centre - Doug Tarry room (2 Third Ave.) at 6 pm on Saturdays for a free meal followed by our celebration service. For more info call 519-633-9207 or go to www.abundantlifestthomas.ca The Elgin County Railway Museum Family Fun Day January 2nd, 12-4 pm. Families are invited to tour the Museum exhibits, including the 100th Anniversary of the MCRR Shops Exhibit , and the History in Motion Model Railway, climb aboard and explore a real steam engine and a caboose. Admission $5/adult, kids $2 each, under 3 years are FREE! Winter hours: Saturdays 12-4pm or by appointment. Visit www.ecrm5700.org for info.
TYRCONNELL 2014/15
Backus-Page House Museum, 29424 Lakeview Line, 519-762-3072.
UNION 2014/15
Union United Church, 6008 Stonechurch Rd., Rev. David Mitchell leads worship with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. We are welcoming friendly Family of Faith and are barrier free. For info 519-631-0304 and our website: www.unionunitedchurch.ca
VIENNA 2014/15
Bayham Historical Society meets the 2nd Thursday of the month, 7:30 pm at the Vienna Community Centre. All are welcome. Call Bruce at 519 874-1822.
The Port Stanley Community Food Bank at Christ Anglican Church PLEASE!!! We are servicing more clients this year than ever before! We need you to drop off non-perishable items at Foodland or call 519 782-3122 for pick-up.
PORT BURWELL/VIENNA 2014/15
St. Paul’s Port Burwell /Vienna Sunday Services St. Paul's P.B./Vienna United 11:00 am Port Burwell Trinity Anglican 11:30 am Port Burwell Lighthouse Gospel Church 10:45 am Nativity Display Port Burwell Trinity Anglican Parish Hall 25 Pitt St. Over 200 Nativities on display. Dec. 12 and 13 - 1pm to 8 pm. Dec. 14 m- 1 to 6 pm Admission is free. Donations accepted. Port Burwell - Bayham Horticultural Society, Meets Every 3rd Monday, 7 pm at the Port Burwell School, Strachan Street. For more Info 519 874-4260. Otter Valley Naturalists Monthly Meeting is the second Monday of the month, 7 pm to 9 pm. Please call 519-874-4028 for information. Order of the Eastern Star Areme Chapter #15, OES meets the first Tuesday of every month, at 7:30 pm at the Vienna Community Centre, Vienna. Photographers of the Otter Valley (POV) meet the last Monday of the month, 6:30 pm, Bayham Public Library in Straffordville. All are welcome. Call Bruce at 519 874-1822.
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The food bank is open the third week of the month: Tues. 3:30-6 pm Thurs. 10 - Noon For cheque donations please send to: Port Stanley Foodbank, c/o Christ Church, 283 Colborne St. Port Stanley, On. , N5L 1A9 Ad sponsored by the Lake Erie Beacon
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The work on the West Breakwater Continued From Page 1 a precursor to the work on the cribs. This extra work was contracted to build a “supply road” along the breakwater to facilitate the underwater work and to make all future work required easier, and therefore more affordable. It prevented the contractor from having to put a portable concrete batch plant on a barge. Fortunately, it will also make the breakwater “walkable” some time in 2015. Central Elgin’s new Council will soon be making decisions on how to mitigate any liability risks with opening the breakwater to the lighthouse. This will include handrails. The work contracted to date is about $2.2 Million including contingency. Previous estimates of a complete fix of the breakwater have varied from $6.5 M to $9.4 M. The work contracted today does not complete the job. Further work will eventually be contracted including the ‘slope’ on the west, lake, side of the structure. Armour stone may also be required to be placed on the lake side. All of this further work will be much cheaper with the construction of the “supply road” on top of the breakwater.
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parade fizzling out at the end of the route, every year, Mackie’s have opened their doors, (despite normally being closed this time of year on Friday’s), and provided free hot beverages, cookies, and photos with Santa. This affords the opportunity for both participants and spectators, to enjoy the camaraderie the parade brings, and sometimes to reacquaint old friendships. We’ve never seen so many people in Mackie’s at the end of the parade as this year. So a big, big thank you, goes to all the folks at Mackie’s, for a job well done and appreciated by all. This year, the Sailor’s Junior C Hockey team collected a record 623 pounds of nonperishable goods and sundry items during the parade, of which has already been distributed to our local food bank. What a wonderful way to get the community into the holiday spirit. We may be a small village, but each year we prove we are big in heart. Season’s Greetings to you all from the Port Stanley Lion and Lioness Clubs, along with club members Bev and Ray Filewood, Parade Organisers.
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Cheeses Ladies Night The Port Stanley Lioness Club would like to thank the following businesses and community members for their most gracious donations to our very successful Wine and Cheeses Ladies Night in October: Re/Max Centre City Realty Inc./Helen & Richard Haddow , Pepper Tree Spice , Canadale Nursery, Mickey’s Boathouse, Port Fitness, Posh in Port, Village Square Coffee House, Killer Desserts, Southport Wellness, Windjammer Inn, Highland Pharmacy, P. S. Foodland, Rubyeyes Kraftwerks, Mackies, Studio Style, Southbound Boutique, Magpies, P.S. Home Hardware, Connections, Ports Pets, Sport in Port, Portside Gallery, Chick Shack, G.T.’s , Sherry Johnstone, Annette Giles, Mary Ann McCoy, Moonstone Holistic Spa, Jill Matthews, Grace Harris, Beverley Filewood, Sherry Wismer, Kettle Creek Inn, Inn on the Harbour, Joshua & Company, The Bluff’s Golf Course, Kettle Creek Golf Course, Moore Water Gardens, Port Stanley News.com, Hugh’s Plumbing & Heating, The Storehouse(Barb Booth) , St. Thomas Family Eyecare, London Flooring & Design Centre, (Lion Jim Colautti). Your support was greatly appreciated. Port Stanley Lioness Club
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Pizza place closed permanently?
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The Godfathers Pizza located on Bridge Street in Port Stanley has been closed permanently. Reasons given for
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the closing by their head office were, staff issues and finding and keeping staff, the building will be listed “For Sale”. We were told, that if the building does not sell they may consider opening again in May 2015.
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55+ Club Annual Christmas Dinner and Food Drive December 8, the Port Stanley and Community 55+ Club held their annual Christmas Dinner and Food Drive for Port Stanley Christmas Care. We had over 160 members in attendance and collected 8 - 10 boxes of non-perishable food items and $130. in cash donations. We had a wonderful dinner catered by Belmont Caterers. This is one more way that we give back to the community. Thanks to Marie Geerts, President, Port Stanley & Community 55+Club for this report
North Shore Community Classified Serving over 7000 Homes, Apartments, Farms & Businesses SNOWBIRD PATROL Port Stanley Community Policing Snowbird Patrol: The Port Stanley Community Policing Office has a snowbird program for the residents of the village. We take your information of when you are going away and when you will return, a contact person and your address. We do a weekly drive by your home and if there is anything unusual, we will report it to your contact person and if necessary the Police. You do still need someone to check the inside of your home. The list of homes will be forwarded to the OPP so, they also are aware the home is empty. Please call: The Community Office at 519-782-3934 or drop in.
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Young Lions Support Caring Cupboard and Port Stanley Foodbank Lion Rick Nemett It’s not something we like to think about at this time of year, when it seems everyone is focusing on the joyful aspects of the holiday season, but hunger and need surround us all the time. The Caring Cupboard Food Bank in St. Thomas assists approximately 350 families per month. But like most food Enter the Port Stanley and District banks, increasing financial constraints Leo Club. Recognizing the magnitude coupled with increased usage can leave of the hunger problem in Elgin County, the shelves sparsely stocked. the Leos have made support of food
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