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Acting CAO appointed by Mapleton council By Patrick Raftis
Festive house tour - The Drayton United Church Christmas House Tour on Nov. 25 featured seven local homes showcasing homeowners’ unique style of Christmas dÊcor. ABOVE: At this stop on the self-guided tour family members, from left, Max McClain, Kim Meulenbelt, Shiela Morden and Laura McClain have the table ready for Christmas dinner. BELOW LEFT: A snowman and Santa Claus relax in one of the rooms. BELOW RIGHT: The theme at the Drayton United Church was stars and trees. Proceeds from the event will be used for stained glass window repairs at the church. More photos on page 6 Photos by Caroline Sealey
MAPLETON – The township has a new acting chief administrative officer (CAO). Murray Clarke, who commenced his duties with the township on Nov. 7, was officially appointed CAO through a bylaw passed by Mapleton council on Nov. 14. Clarke, who previously held CAO positions in several communities, retired from his position as CAO of Kincardine in June, after more than five years with that municipality. The Nov. 14 meeting was also the last for outgoing CAO Brad McRoberts. The township announced on Oct. 13 that McRoberts was resigning to take a position as CAO of the Town of South Bruce Peninsula, where he formerly worked as manager of public works. McRoberts was originally hired by Mapleton as public works director in July of 2014. He became CAO in November of 2015. Clarke was engaged as acting CAO with the assistance of consultants Ward and Uptigrove, who have been
hired to assist with the process of replacing McRoberts. “Thank you Murray for stepping in and assisting council through this process,â€? said McRoberts. “I think you’ll enjoy your time here. I certainly did.â€? Citing colder temperatures to be expected in his new municipality, Mayor Neil Driscoll presented McRoberts with a Mapleton toque as a parting gift. “Thank you again for all that you have done for Mapleton. We had this tendency to kind of put you in a position and you handled them all very well,â€? said Driscoll. Councillor Michael Martin said, “Council gets to sit here and meet and then walk away and you have to do the hard part of implementation. “I really appreciated the time and the effort you put in here.â€? McRoberts stated he is “really proudâ€? of the staff he worked with in Mapleton. “I can sit back and say, ‘You know what, you guys are in great hands.’ SEE INTERIM CAO Âť 7
Building activity remains strong through October in township By Patrick Raftis
Facility review report suggests discontinuing early ice program By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Recommendations in a follow-up report by township staff on a recreation facility service review have been referred to the municipality’s parks and recreation committee. Mapleton council made the referral at the suggestion of councillor and committee chair Michael Martin on Nov. 14. Among the recommendations in the report are: - discontinue use of heaters in the spectator area of the PMD arena; - undertake a cost/benefit analysis of energy savings
opportunities for any future capital improvements related to the facilities; - increase the notice required for ice rental cancellation from seven to 14 days and implement a stricter policy under which the ice renter would not be eligible for a refund unless the road adjacent to the facility is closed by the OPP; - increase prime-time nonminor sports rate to $114 per hour for the 2018-19 season and to $125 in 2019-20 and index the rates to inflation after that; - increase the minor sports ice-time rate to $100 per hour in 2018-19, $107 in 2019-20 and index rates to
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inflation after that. The report recommends discontinuing early installation of ice at the PMD arena, noting that a four-year review of energy consumption at the facility indicates, “One very noticeable trend is the spike in August energy consumption beginning with the summer ice and camp program in 2015.� The report points out that while August revenue for ice usage ranged from $2,100 to $2,300 between 2015 and 2017, the cost of energy usage at the facility ranged from $6,834 in 2015 to $9,175 in 2017. “As can be noted, energy costs alone well exceed the revenues. Council should
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consider discontinuation of the early ice program,â€? the report states. The report also suggests changes to the township’s hall rental rate structure and liquor pricing policies. “We have a good parks and rec committee here and ‌ I think this would be a great report to provide our advisory committee,â€? said Martin. “We’ve got some really good people on this committee and I think they could sink their teeth into this.â€? Martin suggested council’s review of the report be deferred and the report referred to the committee for comment.
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MAPLETON – Building activity in the township continued strong through October, reports Mapleton chief building official Patty Wright. A report to Mapleton council on Nov. 14 indicates the township issued 31 building permits in October for construction valued at $9,024,500, generating permit fees of $63,933. The township issued fewer permits, 19, during October of 2016, when construction value was lower at $1,806,500 and permit fees collected were lower at $22,834. So far in 2017, the township has issued 327 permits for over $54 million worth of construction, generating almost $490,000 in fees. To the end of October last year, 275 permits had been issued for construction valued just under $30 million, raising $266,524 in fees.
Industrial construction drove the figures in October, with one permit issued for a $4.2-million project. There were 14 permits for agricultural construction valued at a total of $3.15 million in October. Year to date, agricultural construction remains the highest generator of building activity, with 144 permits issued for slightly more than $33 million worth of construction. “The five-year average of fees collected by the building department for the month of October is $25,389.26, therefore the current month is above the five-year average,� Wright noted in her report. “Year-to-date numbers range from $219,951.41 to $358,410.14 over the past five years and the average of fees collected to date from 2012 to 2016 is $284,893.33 The current year-to-date is over the five-year range and above the five-year average.�
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GRCA receives federal funding for projects in watershed Tanis Cowan knew a great MYC’s interactive system music opportunity when she motivates and engages parents project funding of The Stream and children, nurturing family sawCAMBRIDGE it five years ago, after grant is valuable a threeGrand River Conservation bonds andThe delivering being introduced to a unique $189,000. year project that supports Authority (GRCA) has program called Music for co-learning experiences while landowners with the received nearly $230,000 private developing a firm, fundamental Young Children (MYC). goal of improving water in Having federaltaught funding from private piano understanding of music. qualhabitat Environment and Ms. Climate unique aspect conditions of MYC is lessons for 15 years, Tanis, ity Aand severallearns aquatic species at Change Canada (ECCC). the parent along with the as her students call her, was for risk southern they Ontario. Cambridge Bryan childin because are so looking to expandMP her teaching The project will Ms. take place May made themusic announceIn fact, Tanis horizons and her studio, involved. in the the Grand River waterment on Nov. 15 on behalf credits success of the proand found it through MYC. is identified as of Environment and Climate gram towhich the parents of her stuMs. Tanis recognized the shed, regional priority watershed Change Catherine program’sMinister potential since it had adents. the teacher once a never been offered in Drayton, for “ItheamHabitat Stewardship McKenna. week; theySpecies are the atat-home it was for students, parents Program Risk Thefun GRCA has received ‘coach’ several days a week,” and teacher, and it offered a Stream. Habitat Stewardship said. piano-keyboard program for sheGRCA is also receivProgram - Species at Risk An initial goal for each of children as young as 3½ in a Ms. Tanis’ students is to develgroup setting. “I loved the idea of group op the happy habit of practiclessons, since it’s always more ing. She encourages her stufun to explore and learn in a dents to practice by giving a group, regardless of the topic,” special “super duper” sticker each week. explained Ms. Tanis. “Practicing does not need to She also liked that it was a program that was tested, tried be long; 10 to 15 minutes a day and true, being taught by more to start,” she said. Ms. Tanis’ creativity shines than 800 teachers to over MOE WE students DO: on three differthrough by offering several 24,000 Certified ent continents and touting extra practice incentives Water Well Drilling, Canadian being found- throughout the year to ensure Cleaning,origins, Extensions, edRepair in 1980. & Inspection by Camera. students attain their musical MYC’s mission statement goals. Once students have col& Rotary Pumps, lected enough stickers on their isCable to “provide theEquipment, best quality Len (Alma) 519-846-9162 Pressure Tanks, to Decommissions. practice thermomemusic education young chil- “happy Jeff (Arthur) 519-846-1993 dren by Treatment blending the pleasure ters,” they have a party. This Water 519-638-8928 year,Mike to (Drayton) celebrate the 2010 and joy musicUVmaking (Ironthe filters, waterofsofteners, lamps, reverse osmosis, lters & water tests) Olympics, www.martinwelldrilling.com students earned with soundinline fiinstruction.”
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skills and confidence at an listening, reading, fine and gross motor, social skills and early age” said Ms. Tanis. ing Lake Erie Lakewide She offers four of MYC’s has been proven to enhance Action and Management music programs: Sunrise, children’s social development Plan (LAMP) funding in Sunshine, Sunbeam and and learning skills, improve the amount of $40,000. The Moonbeam. Children who memory and problem solving, LAMP implementation grant complete the most advanced and bolster confidence and allows the GRCA to implelevel of MYC are well pre- self-esteem. ment and coordinate activiMs. Tanis also offers a pared for early intermediate ties of the Grand River waterpiano studies, or the study of Music Pups program, which is shed Water Management especially unique since it is a another instrument. Plan, including ensuring the Sunrise is a pre-keyboard music program for babies. This plans for the Grand River music and movement program is a playful and creative music Watershed, the Lake Erie that teaches music concepts and movement class for parents through singing, rhythm and with children ages newborn to LAMP and the Great Lakes Federal funding - Nearly $230,000 in federal funding for stewardship and water management programs games. This program is for age 4. Children are introduced are all in alignment. This was announced for the Grand River children Conservation Authority (GRCA) on Nov. at thevariety authority of headquarmusical ages 2 to 4 and devel- to a15wide project also fulfills ECCC’s ters in Cambridge. From left: GRCA CAO Joe Farwell, GRCA chair Helen Jowett, Cambridge MP Bryan May, patFestive fun - under Students Music for Young Children enjoy a ops listening awareness, fine scales, tonal and rhythm commitment the at Lake GRCA supervisor submitted of conservation Louisesocial Heyming and senior terns waterand quality supervisor instruments thatSandra help Christmas concert every Grand year. photo outreach motor skills, interaction, Erie LAMP to support Cooke. Submitted photo growth. confidence and attention span. to stimulate musical River rehabilitation efforts. Each child participates at his or Children can easily attend with spring. Of course, special holipaper mittens for five happy The LAMP project will parameters in the river. May said, “I am always and sustainable natural enviher own level. To find out more a grandparent or caregiver, plus are made incorporated into Ms. practices. The mittens were daysMay include in-field stream bank pleased to see funding going the announce- ronment in the Grand River Pups our and local to view class can This attendfunding the classwill as about classes, as siblings placed on the to studio wall indigithe Tanis’ evaluations validate to support environwatershed. ments MYC to staff and such GRCA videos visit well. themusicclass.com . Canada Music Week, shape of the 5 Olympic rings. tal elevation models and ment. provide financial assistance supporters at the authority’s Sunshine keyboard The ultimate success of any Valentine’s Day and forThe When Light the rings were complanned Detection and Christmas, “The GRCA does a great two GRCA programs headquarters in Cambridge. is geared towards MYC program lies behind the Theme days are program plete students enjoyed an Easter. Ranging (LiDAR) remote aimed at improving water job at protecting our envi“We’re very pleased to be children ages 3½ and 4; the teacher and Ms. Tanis is no planned as well. Olympics music class. This sensing imagery in the ronmental infrastructure and receiving these grants from quality and habitat condiThroughout the year her Sunbeam keyboard program exception to that rule. It’s obvipast year Ms. Tanis encouraged Fairchilds Creek sub-water- Environment and Climate being a champion for species tions for species at risk in toward ages 5 and 6; and the ous she is an enthusiastic the students not only to prac- students participate in a shed, an economic evaluation Change Canada,” stated the watershed, as well as furdiversity. They have a strong tice but also to think of others, Christmas concert, and a spring Moonbeam keyboard program teacher who cares a great deal of an enhanced walleye fish- GRCA chair Helen Jowett. thering the implementation track record in projects like by practicing for pennies. Once recital and have the option to is for ages 7 through 9. All for her students. ery in the lower Grand River, and supporting heathy of the Grand programs River Water “Each day, staff three keyboard inte- this“Their struggles aare my in theGRCA Palmerston the pennies were all collected participate and evaluating water quality local environment.” Management Plan. work to support a healthy they were donated to Camp Canada Music Week Festival grate creative movement, struggles,” she states. “And and the Drayton Music rhythm, singing, music theory their triumphs are equally triBucko, for burn victims. and composition for parent and umphant for me.” For the upcoming year she Festival. 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SMART seniors - A VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) exercise class drew a good crowd at the Drayton Reformed Church on Nov. 20. Submitted photo
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WINTER PARKING
Pursuant to Township of Mapleton By-law 5000-05, Section 9.10, please take notice of the following prohibition: •
No person shall park a vehicle upon a highway or on a municipal parking lot between the hours of 2 and 6 am of any day during the months of November, December, January, February and March of any year.
ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTY PROVISIONS: Any person violating any provisions of this by-law is guilty of an offence and upon conviction shall be subject to a fine, pursuant to the provisions set out in Part II of the Provincial Offences Act.
Working out - Wellington County councillor Gregg Davidson, chair of Safe Communities Wellington County, recently joined a VON seniors exercise class to help promote seniors getting active and exercising. Photo by Caroline Sealey ing your legs and your core to maintain your balance.” The VON SMART program offers free classes at over 60 locations throughout
the county. To find a class, contact Gee by email at kelly. gee@von.ca, by phone at 519323-2330 ext. 4954 or go to vonsmartexercise.com.
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$8,440.00.
Kathy Nikop won a decorative sign (donated by Bunny and the Weasel) Brandon Lalonde won 2 nights camping/pizza coupons (donated by GRCA Conestogo Lake / Family Time Pizza)
Tracey Baker won an electric toothbrush (Donated by Drayton Dental) James Canning won Ray-Ban sunglasses Bob Bignell won a Canadian fire pit rim / NDSS fabricating class-grill (Donated by Blooming Dales/ Franklin Construction)
Beth Ann Mohr won fun zone, bowling and conservatory passes (Donated by Bingemans /Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory)
Bernie Dobben won a $250 gift card (Donated by Maxey Travel/Cherrey Bus Lines) Rosemary Nibourg won an oil change, car wash & car/suv detailing gift card (Donated by Alva Cherry’s Garage/Mapleton Spot Free Car Wash/ Ron Ellis) Kendra Horst won a spa package (Donated by Drayton Kinettes) Ginny Franklin won a push lawn mower (Donated by St. Jacobs Home Hardware) Greg Morphy won 2 Leaf’s tickets (Donated by Keith and Debbie McIntosh) Donna Metzger won a 1hr plane ride (Donated by Lucas Rogerson/C. Spaling Carpentry) Hilary Graham won Leaf tickets (Donated by Molson) Lisa MacDonald won a 50” Toshiba TV (Donated by Drayton Rotary Club)
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Fitness helps prevent falls for seniors - Gregg DRAYTON Davidson, Wellington County councillor for Ward 2 and chair of Safe Communities Wellington County (SCWC), recently participated in a VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) exercise class to help promote seniors getting active and exercising. With falls being a top priority for SCWC, Davidson was pleased to promote seniors getting active. After the session on Nov. 20 at the Drayton Reformed Church, he described the exercise class as “very good. “I broke a sweat and know that my legs are going to be a little sore tomorrow. Each person exercised at their comfort level, but all I was trying to do was keep up with this active group of seniors,” he stated. Falls in older adults are predictable and preventable, notes VON regional SMART coordinator Kelly Gee. She pointed out the VON SMART program aims to increase awareness of the issue through its exercise and fall prevention program by encouraging older adults to take action to prevent falls and injuries from falls. “Although there are many factors that encompass a fall and many things one can do to mitigate their risk of falling, the best solution to fall prevention is to exercise,” states Ge e. “Falls ... happen but, if you exercise you are less likely to incur a serious injury.” Davidson said there are cost savings from preventing injury and hospitalization Safe why is “That Wellington Communities County have been working with our partners to educate against falls in all age groups,” he said. “One such program that we promote is senior fitness as exercise is vital for our balance control in preventing an injury from a fall. Try standing on one foot and raise the other out in front of you. If you stumble, then you need to consider strengthen-
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED The Township of Mapleton is looking for individuals to serve on various Township committees. • Property Standard Appeal Committee – 3 required • Fence Viewers – 3 required If you are looking to for a chance to get involved please complete the Application for Committee Appointment and submit to Acting CAO Clerk Murray Clarke at the above address. Applications are available at the Mapleton Township office or online at www. mapleton.ca . Please submit your completed application by Thursday, December 8, 2017.
ING T S E T W O L F T HYDRAN R IN DECEMBE
Drayton Residents: Some of the hydrants will be flow tested throughout Drayton in December. Testing of hydrants may cause temporary discolouration of the water. If this occurs check your cold water supply before using. If discolouration does occur let the cold water run until it is clear. The hydrant testing is currently scheduled for the week of December 4th, weather permitting. Specific dates will be added to our website when they become available. Check our website for updates.
NOTICE TO RATEPAYERS
2018 BUDGET Public Open House
“Continued Responsible Planning.”
Tuesday, December 5, 2017, PMD Arena Hall, 68 Main Street W, Drayton 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend the open house. Staff and Council will be on hand to answer your questions. A copy of the draft budget will be made available, without charge at the Public Open House. A presentation by the Director of Finance will be made, starting at 7:00 p.m. and will run approximately 30 minutes.
IMPORTANT DATES Tuesday, December 5, 2017
7:00 p.m. Public Open House, 2018 Budget, PMD Arena
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting of Council
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Season of giving The Christmas spirit is always very much in evidence throughout Mapleton as December gets underway. Local residents will flock to Santa Claus parades in Drayton and Moorefield this weekend as they celebrate and share in the season. Mapleton will host Santa one more time in 2017 with the Alma village parade, typically the region’s last, on Dec. 17 at 2pm, this year featuring a Canada 150 theme. Those that take the lead in organizing local parades merit a vote of thanks from their respective communities for keeping this popular tradition alive. The advent of the holiday season also provides a reminder of the important role local organizations play in ensuring a merry Christmas for everyone. Donations to local food banks will be accepted at some parade locations and donations to the Drayton Community Food Bank may still be made via several methods. The Drayton Kinettes’ annual toy drive is also underway. Toys, which will be given to children in the local area, may be dropped off until Dec. 14 at several locations in Mapleton. Details on both drives, and other local charitable ventures, can be found on pages 5 and 6. These special pages are sponsored in part by local businesses and service clubs as a means of providing the community with information to bring everyone together through the holiday season. It’s one of many important community contributions local business make on a regular basis. While it’s always important to shop local, at the businesses that support your community and employ friends and family, it’s becoming increasingly integral to the prosperity of small communities like Mapleton. This year for the first time U.S. surveys are showing American shoppers are planning to spend slightly more of their Christmas shopping dollars online than in stores. While a comparable Canadian survey shows the only 38 per cent of Canadian gift budgets will be spent online, that number is rising annually. Small town merchants, who have for years struggled to compete with the lure of malls in nearby cities, increasingly have to compete with the virtually unlimited selection of goods provided online as well. While consumers are always wise to shop around, we should all keep in mind the trade-offs we accept when local dollars leave the community. Often small savings on retail prices are lost in travel costs and other expenses and online purchases always risk the disappointment of late arrival. Local merchants, on the other hand, provide personal and professional service and help make your community a great place to live. To paraphrase a popular saying, maybe you can’t buy happiness - but you can buy local.
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moving with my every movement. During crisis, he is everything I lack. When I don’t have the presence of mind or ability, he is my composure and strong tower. I, in fact, live in God’s constant, changeless presence. He is with me and in me, everywhere. He is “‘Immanuel,’ which is translated, “God with us,’” (Mat. 1:23) and occupies a sovereign, transcendent, fixed, eternal place in my life. God in me is: - An inventive presence giving me vision and leading. My life is an adventure as I am channeled and compelled into unique and fresh paths. As he is in me and my world, I am creative, inventive and innovative. When I don’t have the resources to do what I need to do, God in me and my world gets the job done, and with seemingly little effort or skill. - A transformative presence - bringing me life, wholeness and vitality, enabling me to be alive in the spirit. God in me brings wellness and completeness. - A revelational presence becoming the light to inform me of his ways and lead me in his paths. He causes me to understand truth in a supernatural way and presses in upon my understanding and emotions until I am at times
You have zeal appeal Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. (James 1:17) Heaven is a place where God lives and remains in close proximity to all its citizens at all times. There he is changeless as he moves with every movement and supplies what is necessary in each and every event. He is the composition of all that exists and occupies a sovereign, transcendent, fixed, eternal place there. He is zealous within the midst of Heaven and its people as he maintains an eager and ardent interest in the pursuit of their welfare. In heaven God is constant. Also on earth, in me and in my world, just like heaven, God is changeless and constant. With God in me and my world I am steadfast, constant and patient. When I am insecure, I have a confidence that any investment in his kingdom is guaranteed. When I am unsteady, I have a firm hand. When all others have left me alone, God remains closer than any other. In all stages and through all transitions, he’s by my side,
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do each task. He crafts and employs a divine and wonderful strategy for the fulfillment of my vision. - An influential presence - giving me strength and ability to do that which cannot be done without him. He brings a new effectiveness to my work, turning the empty busyness of my life into fruitful and fulfilling labor. He is my prime “mover.” - An essential presence - forming my character, bringing to me divine virtue, making me like Jesus. I have God’s Spirit living in me, the very presence and person of God himself. - An absolute presence completing everything in me that I have been designed for. God is doing a work and his work is not done until it is done. I have zeal appeal. You have zeal appeal. Go ahead, let Heaven reign on your Earth!
Drayton scores big in 7-1 win over Missionary squad FLORADALE 4 COMMUNITY 2 Floradale waited until the final minute of play in the first period to score their first goal. A pass by Nick Martin set up Greg Martin. Greg Martin scored again later in the second to build up a two goal lead, this time with Josh Brohman playing the role of the set-up man. Community responded with 18 seconds left in the period. Tony Martin fed the puck to Dustin Bults who picked the corner for the goal. Community tied the game to start off the third. Kevin Gingrich feathered a pass to Tony Martin who blasted the puck home. However two more unanswered goals by Floradale decided the game. Ryan Martin scored the go-ahead goal and Gary Martin added the insurance goal, assisted by Willis Martin and Braeden Gingerich.
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LISTOWEL 4 BETHEL 1 The first period remained scoreless as both teams fought for that opening goal. Bethel struck first early in the second period. Eric Schuurmans stepped into a loose puck and sent it into the net for an unassisted goal. But Listowel tied it up late in the period, then added three more in the third to put the game away. Phil Shantz exploded with two goals and an assist to lead the Listowel charge. Brad Gratz and Zach Gingrich each added a goal. Assists were earned by Max Brubacher, Josh Shantz, and Trevor Kuepfer. DRAYTON 7 MISSIONARY 1 Although the final score looks convincing it was a close match for most of the game. Drayton scored the only goal in the first period with an unassisted shot by Darrin Mohle. Eric Deckers added another goal for Drayton in the second, assisted by Jessie Hoekstra and Kevin Ottens. Drayton added their third goal to start off the third of a shot by Jessie Hoekstra, assisted by Darrin Mohle and Eric Deckers. Missionary responded with their only goal midway through the final period. Dylan Bults set up Pat Landman who rushed the net and sent the puck behind the goaltender. Drayton responded with four more unanswered goals to put the game away. Eric Deckers, Herman Mulder, Colton Hoekstra and Darrin Mohle scored the goals, assisted by Jessie Hoekstra, Mark Grasman, Rob DeWeerd, Jamie Hoekstra, and Aaron Keunan. Submitted by Willard Metzger
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Drayton Kinsmen Splash pad raffle - The Mapleton Splash Pad Committee held a raffle draw on Nov. 18 during the Mapleton’s Got Talent Show at the Drayton Festival Theatre. Assisting Mapleton Splash Pad committee members Lorrie Spaling, left, and Erica Klaassen, second from left, with the draw were members of the Rogerson family of Drayton. Organizers thanked everyone who bought a ticket and those who donated prizes for the raffle, which raised $8,440. Over $1,100 was raised through donations at the door for the talent show. The committee also reports the Small Town Christmas event they were planning for Dec. 9 has been cancelled. However, the Drayton Kinettes are hosting a Santa Breakfast on Dec. 2 from 8 to 11am. Breakfast admission is by donation with proceeds going towards the splash pad. The breakfast will be held at the Community Mennonite Fellowship Church across from the library. Photo by Caroline Sealey
Mapleton residents prepare to share in joy of season MAPLETON – The hectic festive season is here and numerous Christmasrelated events and activities are underway or coming up throughout the township. Santa Claus, of course, is preparing for his annual preChristmas visits to Mapleton, with stops at Christmas parades in Drayton, Moorefield and Alma. The Drayton Santa Claus Parade, hosted by Mapleton Fire/Rescue will be held on Dec. 1 at 7pm. Santa will visit Moorefield the following day, Dec. 2, for a parade beginning at 1pm and hosted by the Moorefield Optimist Club. The Alma Santa Claus Parade, hosted by the Alma Optimists, is Dec. 17 at 2pm and this year will feature a Canada 150 Christmas theme. A Community Christmas Celebration is planned for Dec. 3 at the PMD arena in Drayton. Sponsored by the Drayton-area church ministries, the event features live music, a dessert buffet and refreshments. At the event, which begins at 6pm, organizers will accept material donations for Ramoth House, which serves the needs of young, single mothers. Suggested donations include: bibs, baby hooded bath towels, baby bowls, newborn diapers, newborn girl clothes, teethers, pasta sauce, cookies, juice and paper towels. A Christmas dinner for the community’s widows and widowers will be held
at Drayton Reformed Church on Dec. 13 at 12:30pm. To attend or for information contact Ann Kabbes at 519848-3206 or Nancy Koobs at 519-343-5372 by Dec. 9. A Community Free Skate Night will be held on Dec. 9 from 7 to 9pm at the PMD arena. Jingle Bells is the theme of the event, which is sponsored by Community Christian School. The Drayton Kinsmen Club is selling Christmas Trees at Dobben’s True Value. Proceeds from the sale of $40 fraser firs will support Cystic Fibrosis research. After Christmas, trees can be dropped off at the Drayton Kin room at the old arena until Jan. 6 and there will be a roadside tree pickup on Jan. 6. Food bank donations
are appreciated. The Drayton Kinettes are conducting their annual toy drive for children in this area. New, unwrapped toys may be brought to the Drayton parade on Dec. 1 or Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 2 at Community Mennonite Fellowship Church from 8 to 11am. Several area stores are also accepting toy donations until Dec. 14. The Drayton Community Food Bank is now accepting donations for the annual Christmas Food Drive. Donations may be dropped off at the Drayton Food Market, Drayton Reformed Church, RBC bank branches in Drayton and Moorefield or call the food bank at 519504-2346. To receive a food hamper call 519-504-2346 by
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Interim CAO appointed for township » FROM PAGE 1
“So I’m proud of that.” In a Nov. 27 press release, Driscoll stated Clarke was selected as interim CAO because of his wealth of municipal experience. “As interim CAO, he will play a pivotal role in helping to ensure the continued commitment to our township’s community.” Clarke has over 30 years experience in senior municipal management positions. Prior to serving as CAO of Kincardine, he
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Music festival - Students, from left: Michael Pfanner, Emma Gangl, Emma Westendorp, and Alaia Rotella, with adjudicator Norine Broomhead at the Palmerston Canada Music Week Festival on Nov. 17. These students performed Swan River, by adjudicator and composer Beth Hamilton. Hamilton composed much of the music for the book Voyageur, which has 13 original piano pieces representing each province and territory across Canada. Submitted photo
Daffodils for Canada 150 - Volunteers from Alma Garden Club, Alma Sparks, Brownies and Guides and the Alma Optimists planted daffodil bulbs in Alma to mark Canada 150. The flowers will be enjoyed for years to come. From left: front, Jim de Bock, Iris Perriman, Sharon Grose, Ashley Gregory, Alice Smith and Piper Wagner; middle, Maggie Kienapple, Jeannie deBock, Shannon Smith, Lily Meszaros, Cathy Bruder, Angela Massey, Lillie Massey, Sierra Bambach and Eliana Grose; back, Laura Gromeder, Sabrina Wagner, Ben Wagner, Samantha Heymans and Marlene Skerritt. Submitted photo
Area students perform before adjudicators at Canada Music Week Festival held in Palmerston PALMERSTON - The 33rd annual Palmerston Canada Music Week Festival was held on Nov. 17. The festival is run by a volunteer committee of teachers consisting of Tanis Cowan, Laura Gray, Anne Grobbo, April Martin and Cheryl Weber. Several other teachers from the area participated by sending students to the festival and volunteering with tasks throughout the day. This year over 130 entries were received in piano solo, duet and composition classes. A non-competitive adult class has also been added to the festival. Adjudicators were Beth Hamilton from Priceville and Norine Broomhead from Mount Forest. Hamilton is a music educator, music therapist and singer-songwriter who has been teaching music
for over 20 years including Kindermusik, workshops for school children, and private piano lessons. She has a piano studio in Owen Sound, where she is vice-president of the ORMTA Owen Sound Branch. She writes and performs songs in a singing duo known as Beckon. Broomhead is a piano teacher, adjudicator and examiner with many years of experience. She has studied cello and harp, and worked as a church accompanist. She is active in her community arts council and musical events. Broomhead is a recipient of the Georgetown Trinity Teacher’s Award, and Cora B. Ahrens Award for excellence in piano pedagogy. Canada Music Week was established in 1960 by the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Association, and is celebrated the third
week of November, in honour of St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music. Students, teachers, and their families gather for events across Canada, to learn and celebrate all aspects of Canadian music. “Music festivals encourage young people to develop a love and understanding of the arts, and foster the values of self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence,” organizers state. Students are supported by the community with scholarships and organizers thanked the donors who made the scholarships possible: Dale Connell, the Semelhago family, Conestogo Agri Systems, The Piano Shop - Elmira, Neville Leake Tuning and Repair, Palmerston Eastern Hanover-Walkerton Star, Branch of Ontario Registered Music Teachers’ Association, Lorraine Ballard, and Beryl Martin.
Tourney supports youth centre Playing for youth - The main fundraiser for the Drayton Youth Centre is an annual hockey tournament held each November. Twelve teams from Elmira, Listowel, Elora and Drayton have come together for 26 years to play hockey and support the centre. Two family teams, the Martins and the Clemmers, have have participated in the tournament for a number of years. Tournament organizer Calvin Martin said, “The Youth Centre is well supported in the community and is a testament to a great community.” Anyone interested in volunteering or donating to the Drayton Youth Centre can call Martin at 519638-2323. Photos by Caroline Sealey
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