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Haldimand County Public Library congratulates Summer Reading Fun winners

Many Haldimand County children and teens spent a part of their summer vacation participating in the Haldimand County Public Library Summer Reading Program and Colouring Contest. Haldimand County is proud to express congratulations to the following winners:

Caledonia Branch
Rayner B.
Adelyn B.
Abigail F.
Bram S.
Derek B.
Alexa S.
Julia G.
William N.
Jaimee V.
Finley H.

Cayuga Branch
Bruce P.
Tyler R.
Hayley R.
Sara S.
Aric D.
Ellie Z.
Leah H.
Alice R.
Ivan M.

Dunnville Branch
Noah A.
Rory
Megan
Amelia
Jamie B.
Hannah
Darrell K
Audrey K.
Lucas K.

Hagersville Branch
Anna V.
Tessa V.
Tyse V.
Jayce D.

Jarvis Branch
Levi D.
Aaron V.
Bryce B.
Sawyer B.
Jonah W.
Piper M.
Dominic D.
Cadence B.

Selkirk Branch
Dax K.
Sullivan H.
Liam K.
Kaia P.
Wyatt K.
Makaya W.
Gideon R.

Four children and one teenager posing to celebrate winning library contest
Caledonia Winners: Back, L-R: Rayner B, William N, Adelyn B, Derek B. Front: Bram S.

Children show off the prizes they earned
Cayuga Winners: Back, L-R: Barb Booker (Children’s Programmer), Bruce P, Tyler R, Hayley R, Sara S.
Front, L-R: Aric D, Ellie Z, Leah H.

Two children holding their prize envelopes
Dunnville Winners: Audrey K. and Darrell K.

Haldimand County Public Library would like to thank the following businesses and organizations who sponsored this year’s Children’s Summer Reading Program: Hartwick Insurance, the Friends of the Dunnville Library,  the Friends of the Jarvis Library, The Caledonia Lions Club, The Hagersville Lions Club, The Selkirk Lions Club and Capital Power Corporation. The library would also like to thank the Dunnville Rotary Club for once again sponsoring the Teen Reading Program prizes and the TD Bank Group for funding program materials and theme promotions.

For more information on library programs, visit HaldimandLibrary.ca, e-mail kkrupicz@haldimandcounty.on.ca or call your local branch at 289-674-0400.

Earn volunteer hours as a Teen Reviewer for the Haldimand County Public Library

The Haldimand County Public Library is looking for high school students who are interested in earning volunteer hours by becoming a Teen Reviewer.

Teen Reviewers submit reviews of books, movies, eBooks, digital audiobooks, graphic novels, music, and/or video games that are owned by the Haldimand County Public Library. These reviews are then used to promote the library’s collection to other teens.

This is a volunteer opportunity that students can complete at home at a time that best suits their schedule between the months of October and June. To participate, students must fill out an application, which can be picked up at any Haldimand Library branch. Applications and reviews will not be accepted after June 1, 2024.

All volunteers must be between the ages of 14 and 18, have an interest in reading, watching or listening to items from the library, have the ability to communicate well with others through writing, and have a Haldimand County Library Card. Library cards are free for Haldimand residents.

For more information, visit the Teen Reviewer page on the Library website.

Fire Chief Jason Gallagher Challenges Haldimand to be “Saved by the Beep”

Fire Chief Jason Gallagher is calling on all residents of Haldimand County to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire.

Haldimand County is joining communities across Ontario on September 28 by asking everyone to take a minute and to ensure that there are working smoke alarms installed in their home.

Last year, Ontario lost 133 people to deadly fires – the highest number in over 20 years. Many of these fires were found to have no working smoke alarm and stand as a reminder that only working smoke alarms will alert you to a fire and give you and your loved ones enough time to safely escape.

“In Ontario, we’ve seen a significant rise in fatal fires and the number of people we have lost in these fires is very concerning,” said Ontario Fire Marshal Jon Pegg. “Entire families have been lost to fire and the most troubling part is that the majority of these fires did not have a working smoke alarm in the home. Had there been working smoke alarms, and a well thought out and practiced home fire escape plan, these deaths may have been prevented.”

The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), with the support of fire services and fire safety partners across Ontario, is asking Ontarians to regularly test their smoke alarms with a challenge to test all smoke alarms in their residence on September 28.

For more information visit www.savedbythebeep.ca

Quick Facts:

  • Smoke alarms have been legally required to be installed on every storey of a residence in Ontario since 2006.
  • Residences also include vacation homes, cabins, trailers, RVs, and cottages.
  • Landlords must test alarms annually, after the battery is replaced, and after every change in tenancy. Renters must notify their landlord as soon as they become aware that a smoke alarm is not operating.

Haldimand County introduces garbage and recycling curbside collection changes with contest

Haldimand County is holding a scratch and win contest to win a tour of a garbage and recycling facility, among other prizes. The contest goes alongside the announcement of new curbside garbage and recycling collectors for Haldimand County residents in October 2023 and January 2024, respectively.

Select winners will learn more about where their recycling goes once it leaves their home, how certain items are recycled for other uses, and all of the heavy equipment that helps make it happen. Other prizes include fun items that encourage waste reduction.

Scratch and win cards will be handed out at Household Hazardous Waste Events on Sept. 16 in Dunnville and Oct. 14 in Hagersville, the Trucks to Touch event in Jarvis on Sept. 17, at the Haldimand County Administration Building in Cayuga, and at the Canborough Waste Management Facility.

Cards will be handed out on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last.

The new garbage contractor for Haldimand County, Norfolk Disposal Services Ltd., will begin collection on October 16, 2023.

Responsibility for residential curbside recycling will transition to Circular Materials Ontario, per the Provincial Government, on January 1, 2024.

Residents should note that while their curbside collection day will not change, the time of day for their collection may be different. All garbage and recycling should be curbside before 7 a.m.

When asked why Haldimand County wanted to hold a contest, Brandon Hedges, Haldimand County’s Manager of Environmental Operations, responded “The upcoming changes to curbside collection will affect all residents. Garbage and recycling isn’t always top of mind, so we wanted to do something fun to get people talking about it. We don’t want anyone to miss a collection, which is why we’re urging everyone to make sure their garbage and recycling is out before 7 a.m. on their collection day.”

Prize winners should contact Haldimand County at 905-318-5932 or visit the Haldimand County Administration Building at 53 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga for information on how to collect their prize. For full contest rules and regulations, visit www.haldimandcounty.ca/bluebox.

Upcoming fall programs at Haldimand County Public Library

The Haldimand County Public Library has a lot to offer residents of all ages this fall season.

Free Ukulele Lessons

The Dunnville Branch will be holding free ukulele lessons for both youth (aged 7 and up) and adults this fall. Interested participants can register directly at the Dunnville Branch. There is no cost to register.

Youth beginner classes will be held Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. starting October 4 through early June.

Adult beginner classes will be held Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. starting October 4 and running for approximately six weeks. Once adult participants gain the basic knowledge and skills of playing the ukulele they will be invited to join the more advanced group which meets Wednesdays at 2 p.m.

Senior Support Services information session

Residents are invited to the Cayuga Branch on Thursday, Oct. 5 at 11 a.m. to learn about Haldimand Norfolk Senior Support Services. A representative will be sharing information about the various family services the agency offers, which enable individuals to continue living independently and in their own homes as long and as safely as possible. Information on how to access services or volunteer with the organization will be provided.

Registration is not required but is preferred. Register in person at the Cayuga branch or by phone at 289-674-0400 ext. 2.

Canada Pension Plan (CPP)/Old Age Security (OAS) Benefits/My Service Canada Account workshop

The Cayuga Branch will be hosting a CPP/OAS Benefits information session on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. This workshop will offer information about the programs, including eligibility requirements, payment calculations, application procedures, survivors benefits, child benefits and much more.

At the end of this workshop, a Service Canada representative will also guide participants in setting up an online My Service Canada account and answer questions about this online service. Anyone wishing to obtain a personal access code to start using an online My Service Canada Account that day will need to know their social insurance number and present photo identification.

Registration is not required but is preferred and can be done in person at the Cayuga Library or by phone at 289-674-0400 ext. 2.

Crafternoons

Crafternoons are adult-only craft sessions held at various branches of the Haldimand County Public Library with a different craft each month. All sessions cost $2 per person, supplies included, and take place at 1 p.m.

September

Participants will bring a bit of autumn indoors with a Home Sweet Home pumpkin sign.

  • Jarvis Branch – Monday, Sept. 18
  • Hagersville Branch – Wednesday, Sept. 20
  • Dunnville Branch – Thursday, Sept. 21
  • Cayuga Branch – Friday, Sept. 22

October

Participants can get into the Halloween spirit by making a trio of lace spiderweb hangings.

  • Jarvis Branch – Monday, Oct. 23
  • Hagersville Branch – Wednesday, Oct. 25
  • Dunnville Branch – Thursday, Oct. 26
  • Cayuga Branch – Friday, Oct. 27

Haldimand County welcomes local businesses to apply to be featured in 2023 Holiday Wish Book

Haldimand County is inviting local businesses to apply to be included in the 2023 Haldimand Holiday Wish Book campaign. The Wish Book features local, handmade, artisan, & craftsman-made products, service-oriented gift certificates, as well as holiday events and experiences.

The Wish Book promotions include a paid social media campaign, a website listing, and a printed version of the guide which will be mailed to every household in Haldimand County. There is no cost for businesses to participate. All qualified businesses will be included in the social media campaign and website listing.

As the printed guide is limited in space, only selected businesses will be highlighted based on mix of products, quality of photos, and description provided. The deadline for printed guide submissions is Monday, October 2. Applications after this date will only be considered for the social media campaign and website listing.

“This is an excellent opportunity for local businesses to get their holiday offerings on shopping lists, and events and experiences in calendars for the upcoming holiday season,” exclaimed Lidy Romanuk, Manager, Economic Development & Tourism.

Businesses must have an online presence, as listings will link directly to their website, Facebook page, or another site like Etsy. If your business doesn’t have an online presence and you would like assistance in setting one up, contact Haldimand County’s Economic Development and Tourism team whose Digital Service Squad can assist you.

Learn more and complete the form at BusinessHaldimand.ca or email Tourism@HaldimandCounty.on.ca.

“Bridging Communities”, newest phase of Public Art Tour Haldimand, to be showcased at Haldimand County Administration Building September 7

Phase Three of Haldimand County’s popular Public Art Tour Haldimand (PATH)—”Bridging Communities”— will launch with the unveiling of eight new, original paddle designs and an artist meet-and-greet on Thursday September 7, from 5 – 9 p.m. at the Haldimand County Administration Building in Cayuga.

Once again led by local artist and PATH Project Coordinator Gina Wilson-McIntee, “Bridging Communities” began with a public call for artists to submit their designs showcasing the importance of the Grand River and Lake Erie to Haldimand County, including illustrations highlighting the area’s natural landscapes, wildlife and history.

The eight artists selected to recreate their designs on paddles—supported and mentored by Wilson-McIntee—include Laura Ashthorpe (Fisherville), Angela Bonitatibus (Cayuga), Cheyanne Bertrand (Fisherville), Sarah Butcher (Jarvis), Eirlys Evans (Cayuga), Andrea Johnston (Dunnville), Emily Mathewson (Hamilton) and Jessica Vander Vegte (Cayuga).

The new paddles will be installed along trails throughout the County in late October; a map showing the new locations will be available on the County’s website.

The September 7 event will also provide an opportunity to meet the artists from the original PATH project and features a special marketplace of the artists’ unique works for purchase.

To learn more about “Bridging Communities” or the opportunity to meet and support Haldimand County’s local artists, visit HaldimandCounty.ca/festivals-events/public-art-tour/. The Haldimand County Administration Building is located at 53 Thorburn Street South in Cayuga.

Registration for Children’s Fall Programming at Haldimand County Public Library

Starting Tuesday September 5, registration for Children’s Fall Programing at the Haldimand County Public Library opens.

The following programs are available:

Storytime (all branches): For children aged 3 and up. Children will be introduced to different themes each week through books, rhymes, songs, puppets, crafts and flannel board stories. They will also gain early social skills including sharing, taking turns, paying attention, and interpersonal communications.

Tales for Twos (select branches): For children 2 years of age. Children and their parent or guardian participate in a fun and interactive 30-minute session, exploring weekly themes through stories, interactive songs and activities.

Baby Storytime (select branches): For babies and their parent or guardian. Each week has a specific theme with short stories and fun interactive songs, rhymes, finger play and body movements to engage both baby and parent.  Afterwards, everyone is invited to stay and socialize while the children play with toys and interact with each other.

LEGO Club: A FREE drop-in program for children aged 3 and up (unless stated otherwise in the branch) where children use their imagination to build their own creations out of LEGO.

All programs are 10 weeks long and require pre-registration unless otherwise stated. Children can be registered for all 10 weeks or for select weeks. The cost is $1 per week per child.

In-person registration is required; the exact start dates for each program vary and can be found at your local branch and on the Haldimand County Public Library website.

Schedules for the individual branches are as follows:

Caledonia Branch
Storytimes:
Wednesdays 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Thursdays 2 – 2:45 p.m.
Baby Storytime: Fridays 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Fridays 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Lego Club: Thursdays 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. (Drop-In)

Cayuga Branch
Storytime: Fridays 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Fridays 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Lego Club: Saturdays 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Drop-In)

Dunnville Branch
Storytimes: Fridays 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Baby Storytime: Mondays 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Wednesdays 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Lego Club: Fridays 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. (Drop-In, only runs when there is school)

Hagersville Branch
Storytime: Wednesdays 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Thursdays 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Lego Club: Wednesdays 4 – 5 p.m. starting October 4  (Drop-In)

Jarvis Branch
Storytime: Fridays 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Baby Storytime: Fridays 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Fridays 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Lego Club: Thursdays 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. (Drop-In, only runs when there is school)

Selkirk Branch
Storytime: Tuesdays 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Tales For Twos: Tuesdays 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Lego Club: Saturdays 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Drop-In)

Inspector Kays appointed Detachment Commander for Haldimand County OPP

Haldimand County OPP has announced their new Detachment Commander, Inspector Jodi Kays. Since February 21, 2023, Insp. Kays has been serving as the interim Detachment Commander for Haldimand County.

“On behalf of Haldimand County Council, staff and the community, I am pleased to welcome Inspector Jodi Kays as the new Detachment Commander for the Haldimand OPP,” expressed Mayor Bentley.

Throughout a 30-year career with the OPP, Insp. Kays has acquired first-hand knowledge in a number of positions, including frontline officer, media relations officer, school resource officer, domestic violence investigator, and firearms instructor, as well as experience working in the OPP’s Child Sexual Exploitation Unit, the Provincial Intelligence Unit, Risk Management, and Criminal Operations.

“Jodi’s extensive experience combined with her familiarity of Haldimand County made her an excellent choice to lead our local detachment,” stated Lorne Boyko, Chair of Haldimand County Police Services Board.

Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum hosting Time & Talent Live and Silent Auction

If you’re looking for a little retail therapy or want to get a head start on your holiday shopping, look no further than Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum’s annual Time & Talent Live and Silent Auction on Saturday, September 9 at the Selkirk Centennial Community Centre (34 Main Street West, Selkirk).

The popular annual event has something for everyone including a Sidney Crosby Team Canada signed print, White Flame candles, antique wooden Sunlight Soap box and Calpack Fruit Box, Parkside 20” x 20” cement faux wood top-side table, set of two patio resin arm-chairs,  gift baskets, gift certificates, baby quilts, an adult quilt, wreaths, flowers, household items, craft items, artwork, tools and so much more….

A special addition to the auction this year will be a variety of ‘upcycled’ antique wooden chairs with original designs created and hand-painted by students from Dunnville and Cayuga Secondary Schools to showcase their unique creativity and abilities.

The silent auction will take place from 5:30 – 6:45 p.m., followed by the live auction at 7:15 p.m., hosted by auctioneer Ken Mercer.  All transactions are by cash or cheque made payable to Haldimand Museums.

Shelly’s Family Dining of Kohler will be serving up their famous sausage or hotdog on a bun.

Proceeds from the auctions will support educational programming at Haldimand Museums.

For additional information about this event – or to donate items towards the auction, please contact Dana Stavinga at 905-776-3319 or museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.