The Voice of Pelham

After four years at the helm of the Corporation of the Town of Pelham, Martin Yamich is hanging up his suit jacket.

The Town announced last Wednesday that Yamich had given notice of his retirement and council had accepted his request at a recent meeting.

Yamich, who has more than 20 years of municipal experience, was appointed Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in June of 2007. Prior to coming to work in Pelham, Yamich served as the Director

of Corporate Services for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

“When Marty was hired he always said he would be here five years,” said Mayor Dave Augustyn in explaining the CAO’s retirement. “I think he just decided to hang up his skates.”

Under Yamich’s leadership the town has progressed “immensely” said Augustyn, explaining Yamich introduced a better way of doing things, better budget process, staffing efficiencies, and helped Pelham land government grants and stimulus money that was, previously, almost impossible for this community to receive.

“He moved us to a higher level

and he can feel confident about that and I think he does,” said Augustyn. “He accomplished a tremendous amount and that may be part of his decision” to retire.

Yamich is the third senior staff member to leave his job in a relatively short period of time. Community and Infrastructure Services Director Kelly Walsh resigned, the town ended it’s working agreement with Fire Chief Scott McLeod, and most recently Yamich has retired.

Augustyn says staff and the community may be concerned at the number of staff leaving, but they shouldn’t be. Each case, he said, needs to be looked at individually, saying the cases

are not connected.Yamich, who is on vacation,

could not be reached for comment before press time.

In a press release distributed last Wednesday, Yamich said “I have appreciated the opportunity to provide service to the residents of the Town of Pelham for the last four-and-a-half years.”

“As the leader of the Town’s senior management team, I believe I made important contributions to Pelham and to those who enjoy the Town’s services by ensuring staff conducted their work in a safe, effective and efficient manner.”

Augustyn said he is sorry to see Yamich go, adding the Town

will continue to move forward and be the great town that it is.

“Council and I thank Marty for his service as CAO and for his many contributions to Pelham,” said Augustyn in the press release.

Planning and Development Director Craig Larmour will assume the role of acting CAO during a recruitment process for a new Chief Administrative Officer.

Augustyn told the Voice that a new Community and Infrastructure Services Director will be hired “imminently”, the process is well under way to hire a new Fire Chief, and the town will now be recruiting for the CAO’s position as well.

VOICEThe

Pelham’s independent news source from the Heart of Niagara

Vol.15 No.38 Wednesday, November 23, 2011

PelhamFocus on 2011BY SARAH MURRELL

VOICE Staff

Ask The Experts:Jim Pedlar & Tina Moessner

Town’s CAO, Martin Yamich, retires

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It is time, once again, to think about the children in our lives and the wonderful array of toys and games on their Christmas lists.

For the 22nd Christmas, the Fonthill Firefighters Association is asking you to also think about the wish lists of other children this holiday season.

“It’s amazing,” says organizer Rod Richards that this will be the 22nd Annual Community Christmas Collection.

From Saturday, Dec. 3 through Dec. 11 the firefighters at Station #1 in Fonthill will be collecting donations of new toys or warm

blankets to make Christmas brighter for those in need.

The firefighters, many pet owners themselves, also collect dog and cat food for the Humane Society to ensure pets are also taken care of this season.

Many of us think of small children and the wonderful toys they might like to find under their tree, but the firefighters are also asking people to think of older kids when donating, and include items teens would like as well.

All of the toys and gifts donated through the fire association are distributed through Pelham Cares to local needy families, says Richards, noting they have always guaranteed that the needs of Pelham

Cares will be met. Any toys that are not

needed by Pelham Cares are donated to Welland Community Care, which also services Pelham families.

Donations can be made at Pelham Station #1 on Regional Road 20 in Fonthill on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m to 8 p.m. and weekends from noon to 4 p.m. during the drive.

Donations can also be dropped off at the Fonthill Branch of the library, Town Hall, TD Bank, Meridian Credit Union, CIBC Bank, Royal Bank branches in both Fonthill and Fenwick.

Also this year, anyone who drops off a donation will receive a card for a $10 haircut at the

Niagara Square location of MagicCuts, where Tina Cullen, wife of Bob

Cullen, works. There is also a drop box for donations at the salon.

Fore more information, contact Richards at 905-714-4519.

BY SARAH MURRELLVOICE Staff

FIREFIGHTERS with Station #1, Bob Cullen (left) and Rod Richards, are, once again, asking the community to help them help make Christmas brighter for kids this holiday season.

Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo

Time for giving, sharing and toy drive

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Page � THE VOICE of Pelham Wednesday, November �3, �011

The Gearing home in North Pelham is overflowing with Christmas, but not the glittering, tinsel and lights of a modern holiday. The Gearing home is the epitome of the natural, giving spirit of Christmas - complete with sheep and goats grazing in the yard.

At the Gearing home December brings hayrides and hot chocolate for families visiting the farm and, more recently, a garage full of various types of evergreen boughs, dogwood, and holly all grown on the property, to make natural holiday wreaths.

Luciana Gearing says the wreath making started with simple holly bundles, then boughs. On a hockey trip to Ottawa three years ago, she met with a man who showed her how to make wreaths.

“This fellow was so inviting,” she says, noting he gave her a tour of his place and taught her how to make the wreaths.

Luciana began by making wreaths for her family and friends, who suggested she

sell them. Soon, people at the house to buy Christmas trees began asking what she was working on in the garage, buying wreaths as she was still working on them.

“We had the holly and evergreens,” she said about branching out into wreaths, gesturing to holly bushes growing around the house and in neat rows in the field, noting the wreaths and holly bundles she makes are now the focus.

“I love holly,” she says, noting the green plants with red berries are “so vibrant” and have colour throughout the winter.

Because everything in the wreaths is grown on her property, except for the ribbon for the bows, and can be composted they are very environmentally friendly, says Luciana, sharing that her parents leave their wreath up until the spring so the birds who have built nests and laid eggs in it have the time they need to raise their young.

Family members bring the wreaths back to the farm as well, she said, so they can be composted and so Fiona, the sheep, and the goats can eat the evergreens, which they

consider candy.This year, Luciana is

bringing her wreaths to the Fenwick Fire Hall to take part in the Maple Acre Country Christmas Craft Show on Nov. 25 and 26.

“It’s win win,” says Luciana on why she agreed to be part of the show, “it helps the library and gets my wreaths out there.”

“Sandee is so nice,” she says of Sandee Matthews, a member of the Maple Acre Friends group and organizer of the show, who asked Luciana to be part of the show this year.

Sandee says she’s very excited Luciana is bringing her wreaths to the show, noting she buys the natural wreaths every year.

Luciana’s wreaths are not the only new thing at the annual Maple Acre fundraiser, says Sandee, noting this year there is more variety, some vendors who are not selling crafts, a decoration contest and baked goods and chili.

This year the group asked home party vendors, such as Avon, Partylite and others to take part, said Sandee, noting people like to see more than one kind of venue.

There will also be plenty of crafters on hand as in past years, she added.

To find new ways to decorate the fire hall for the event - this year being held at the new fire hall in Fenwick - Sandee said she asked the local schools to make snowmen decorations for the hall, which will be judged by show organizers and crafters. So far E.W. Farr students are working on snowmen for the show, but Sandee says she’s still hoping to get others involved as well. The creator of the snowman that wins the contest will receive a book for their school library, a book in their name for the Maple Acre branch of the library, and a book for

themselves. This year’s show is held

at the new firehall in Fenwick on Friday, Nov.

25 from 4 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, Nov. 26 from 10 am to 4 pm.


Annual Country Christmas Show this weekend

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LUCIANA Gearing works on a wreath for the upcoming Country Christmas Craft Show in Fenwick.


What do you give the kid who has everything? Not a thing.

That’s the motivation behind Olivia Drava’s birthday wish last January, when she asked for donations to the Pelham Public Library instead of gifts.

“I have a ton of toys at my house,” explains the 10-year-old. “Instead of toys I asked to get books to donate to the library.”

Olivia admits she doesn’t like to read much, but enjoys going to the library to take part in programs or to borrow CDs and movies.

She noticed, she explained, that some of the books get used quite a bit and have the wear and tear to show for it.

“I decided they might need some new books for other children to read,” she said on choosing the library to receive donations from her birthday.

Guests of Olivia’s birthday party brought their favourite books, including Harry Potter, Judy Moody, and Geronimo Stilton.

Others, she said, brought gift cards which Olivia used to purchase books for the library.

While Olivia’s birthday was in January, it took several months to choose the books, get them properly book-jacketed and into the library circulation.

Olivia says she really enjoyed having donations instead of birthday gifts, and she’s inspired others to do the same.

One friends, she said, had a birthday party and her friends brought items for dogs and cats to benefit the Humane Society.

She’ll definitely do it again, says Olivia, noting she wants to have a party to benefit the World Wildlife Fund, helping either white foxes or tigers.

The gift of reading, for others

OLIVIA Drava with the books she donated to the library instead of receiving birthday gifts. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photos

THE VOICE of Pelham Wednesday, November 23, 2011 Page 3

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The Christmas season is a time for family and friends to gather together, celebrating the joys of the season.

But for many, the holidays are an acute reminder of loved ones they’ve lost.

To help those who have lost a loved one the Pelham Clergy Fellowship, along with local funeral homes, plan a Service of Hope for the Bereaved.

“It is a special ministry to those who are having their first Christmas since losing a loved one,” says Rev. Gary Van Bruchem of Fonthill United Church.

The special service is open to anyone who is feeling the loss of a loved one this year and is an

in te rdenomina t iona l service, open to everyone.

The funeral homes send invitations to the families they have serviced over the past year, but the Service of Hope is open to anyone who finds this time of year difficult due to the loss of a loved one.

“Christmas is never the same once you’ve lost a loved one,” says Rev. Diane Walker, explaining why everyone is welcome to attend regardless of how long ago their loss occurred.

The candlelight service, in honour of the lives of those lost and in remembrance of them, consists of readings, music and reflection. Following the service, attendees are invited to take part in fellowship for refreshments.

This year’s service will be held at Bethany Christian

Reformed Church in Fenwick on Tuesday Dec. 6 beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Those planning to attend are asked to call either

Lampman’s Funeral Home at 905-892-4701 or Pedlar Funeral Home at 905-892-5762.


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DR. REV. Garry vanBruchen (left) of Fonthill United Church, Rev. E.B. deWaard of Bethany Christian Reformed, Rev. George Schmidt of Pelham Community Church, Father Paul MacNeil of St. Ann’s Catholic, Paul Furtner from Pedlar Funeral Home, Debbie Mikolasek of Lampman Funeral Home, and Rev. Dr. Diane Walker of Pelham Community Church, are all taking part in the non-demoninational Bereavement Service for those who are missing loved ones this holiday season. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo

There are many Christmas traditions in Pelham, one of which is quickly becoming the HeArt Gala by Maple Crest Early School Students. This year students have been busy creating one-of-a-kind art and holiday gifts, including reclaimed and restored furniture, reproduction art works, treats in interesting containers, glassware and dog treats. Showing off a small sample of the more than 600 works are Lola Hughes (left), Ahston Leferve, and Josh Lee, with Cash. All proceeds are split between the school and Pelham Cares. The Gala will be held Friday, Nov. 25 at Peninsula Lakes from 7 to 10 pm. For ticket information, call the school at 905-892-4865.


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Page � THE VOICE of Pelham Wednesday, November 23, 2011

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VIEWpointsThe Pace Car program

has been introduced in Pelham as another initiative designed to make drivers aware of the posted speed limit in school zones. Why can’t we come to realize that the 40 kilometer an hour limit in these areas is there for a reason…Pedestrian safety…Children’s safety!

What is always mind boggling is not the fact children are sometimes unaware of traffic but the drivers who pay no heed to school zones or the safety of pedestrians. In school zones, the pedestrians are mainly children or the parents of those children who are

doing their best to ensure their children arrive safely at school and let us not forget the crossing guard whose job it is to guide children safely across the road. Children are not always cognizant of traffic and as drivers we need to be mindful of this. Remember when you were a kid and excited to catch up with a friend or darting after a ball? Exactly, your mind was not on the danger of a speeding car! Heck, you were too young to drive so weren’t aware of the dangers of traffic and if your parents had tried to drum it in to your head…”Look both ways before crossing the

street”, it was not always the first thought you had as you hurried along. Well, children are still children but now that we’re old enough to be behind the wheel of a car, keep the little ones in mind and drive accordingly.

When one thinks about it, we still hurry along because we are running behind schedule or our minds are on other matters but the fact remains, speed limits are set for a reason and in school zones it is so that, as drivers, we slow down and pay attention to the possible risks of children who aren’t paying attention to the traffic.

The Pelham Active T r a n s p o r t a t i o n Committee (“PATC”) received a $50 grant from Safe Kids Canada to promote safe walking and driving in two of the school zones identified as being on busy streets where speeding is recognized to be a problem. The Pace Car program has been introduced on Pelham Street in the vicinity of Glynn A. Green School and Canboro Road in the area of St Ann School. In conjunction with the Pelham Community Policing Committee, who has set up Speed Watch in these areas to monitor the results of

the initiative, the Pelham Active Transportation Committee’s interest is to continue to promote safe walking in the community.

Kudos to the committee for undertaking this worthwhile project! With their children as witness, already 50 parents have signed up to set the Pace in school zones by driving the limit.

There are groups of volunteers dedicated to safety in this little town of ours. Please appreciate all they do to reduce the risks and the next time you approach a school zone, keep in mind that were you not driving, it

may have been you or a member of your family walking along the 40 km school zone.

Keep the Pace and be watchful of school children

YOUR VOICELEttERs tO thE EdItOR

Well, another hockey season has started and as in the past nineteen or so years I arrived at the Pelham Arena to help out with one of the teams.

I see a countless number of familiar faces; coaches, trainers and members of the Pelham Minor Hockey Association Executive. All volunteers to bring another great season to fruition.

And then there are the players and parents, although most of the “children” on our team are now driving themselves to the arena.

This year there is something different, there is no canteen, no place to get fries to eat while watching the game, no slurpy for the little ones and no drink for the players after the game.

The canteen has been shut down and the kitchen on the second floor has been shut down. For lack of a long winded explanation; it is as old as the rest of the building and does not meet present day standards. Even the pop machine in the foyer is out of order.

The arena was built in 1967, thanks to grants from governments, fundraising and canvassing by volunteers of the day. It has been the “community centre” for thousands of Pelham residents to meet and gather throughout the winter months to enjoy the achievements of

their children on the ice. It is still the best place in Pelham to enjoy Tykes racing up the ice, huddled in clusters searching for the ever elusive puck. It is still the best place in Pelham to meet your neighbours and enjoy the warmth of friendship.

Over the years the arena has had patch work fixes here and there and it shows. The facility struggles to meet today’s needs. I hesitate to point out that other hockey centers loathe playing in our antiquated facility. Most have new centers, Fort Erie, Grimsby, Niagara on the Lake, Dunnville, Cayuga, St. Catharines, Port Colborne (theirs will be ready for December, with a pool), and Welland is building one.

Do we, as in Pelham, have a plan? Where are the funds that should have been set aside for replacing one of the few “community centres” we have? The Town purchases the property at Rice Road and Hwy 20 with the guise of putting in a new “community centre”, however, that plan changed when no one was looking.

Is this the standard the Town of Pelham would have our youth look to?

Mike KershawPelham

Is this standard for youth?I’m glad to see that I am

not the only one that is frustrated by the garbage flyers that litter our streets.

I’ve seen them throw the bundles out in the middle of a snow storm, landing in ten inches of snow, never to be seen again until

spring. Unless you’re lucky enough to find it jammed into your snow blower. Real nice!

I would suggest that we (I have done this) collect this litter and return it to the steps of the rightful owner. If enough of us return this

garbage onto their steps maybe they will get the hint. Maybe the town hall and NRPS need copies too! There must not be a law against doing something like this.

Will VandenhaakRidgeville

More littering concerns

Catherine King

CommunityPolicing

In support of Jacqueline Bunting of Ridgeville’s letter published in your newspaper last week, I would like to add my experiences, actions and results.

I had the same problem of red plastic covered fliers thrown from a moving car on my driveway. I did not ask for their delivery, I do not want them, so I let them pile up on the end of my drive way ,which is part of city property. When the snow came last winter and the unsolicited litter was hidden by snow a bigger problem emerged, my snow blower stalled on three occasions. This could have resulted in damage to the machine and outlay of my pension money to fix it.

I did some investigating and found out that the Pelham News, the Welland Tribune and all the fliers were delivered by the Welland Tribune or a division of it. I told the person in the delivery car I did not want any more deliveries. I phoned the Tribune and got the run around.

I phoned and emailed the Pelham council

Byelaw Enforcement Officer Heather Sharpe who looked into my complaint and was polite enough to phone me. Heather said that this method of paper delivery was acceptable to the Town of Pelham, I explained that the papers were thrown on the end of my drive way and this was city property and also public littering. I mentioned in my email that if any damage to my snow blower occurred legal action would be taken.

Other neighbors of mine also complain about this issue.

The delivery person does not throw the papers on my driveway any more, what happens when the paperboy gets a better job?

THIS IS LITTERING never mind about an acceptable method of delivering papers.

Finally I would like to point out that The Voice of Pelham has always delivered to my door.

Brian WilkieFonthill

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Over the last couple of weeks, I really enjoyed the times that staff and I visited some of Pelham’s grade schools and EL Crossley to talk about the importance of Local Government.

You see, the “new” curriculum for grades 5 and 10 includes a focus on “civics.” And, the provincial government encourages Towns and Cities to get more involved in schools during “Local Government Week”.

In the past, the Town Clerk and I visited several grade 5 classes and the grade 10 classes at Crossley. Because of the municipal election last fall, we took a year hiatus.

Well, we reinvigorated the visits this year with a presentation developed by the Clerk’s department. Trying to make it as dynamic as possible, the lesson includes a slideshow complemented by props like an old water meter (complete with the “curb stop”), a copy of the 3-inch-thick Ontario

Municipal Act, and a game. For the game, we distribute a picture to each student about a government service – like public swimming, or recycling collection, or the Canadian mint, or health care. Then, we ask the student to identify whether the local, Provincial, or Federal government provides the service.

Most students appear surprised about the number of services provided by local government.

We try to clarify why we have three different types of police – Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ontario Provincial Police, and Niagara Regional Police. We also try to explain why we have four types of roads – Trans-Canada Highway, 400-Series Highways, Regional Roads (like Regional Road #20), and local roads.

Most classes contain a mix of students from urban and rural homes. While many receive Town water, others know that their water comes from a well or is “trucked-in.”

In addition, Mayor April

Jeffs and I encouraged Crossley’s grade 10 students to think about local government and encouraged the four candidates to become “Mayor for the Day” in Wainfleet and in Pelham. With the help of several students, the Clerk’s Offices ran an election – which included speeches, a voters list, a secret ballot, and ballot boxes. Then, it was my pleasure to host Jacob Mantler as Pelham’s Mayor for the Day on Monday. Jacob toured Town Hall, spoke to staff about their responsibilities, visited Pelham Cares with me, and helped judge the 2011 Pelham Christmas Card contest; he also started our regular Council meeting.

Thanks to the teachers and students for your warm welcome and for helping to spread the word about all the great services provided by local governments!You may contact Mayor Dave at [email protected] or read past columns at www.p e l h a m m a y o r d a v e .blogspot.com.

Lessons in governmentBY DAVE

AUGUSTYNMayor of Pelham

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“ZUMBA GOLD” Thursday, Nov 22, 2011 9:30 – 10:30 am

Tuesday, Nov 29, 2011 9:30-10:30 am Drop in and try any session for $6.00 or purchase

your 10 + 2 bonus pass for $60.00 Need more info – contact (905) 892-2607, ext. 329

Women’s Learn to Play Hockey / Shinny Learn to Play Thursday’s 9:30 am – 10:30 am,

Shinny 10:30 am – 11:30 am Full equipment is required. LTP/Shinny

- drop in rate $10.00/$5.50 For more information contact (905) 892-2607, ext. 329

Men’s Shinny Hockey $5.50 per drop in

Tuesdays 8 – 9 am Fridays 9 – 10 am

Public Skating Friday, Nov. 25 8 – 9:30 pm Sunday Nov. 27 1 – 2:20 pm

Tuesday Nov. 29 7:30 – 8:30 pm Parent/Preschool Skating Friday, Nov. 25 10 – 11 am Tuesday, Nov. 29 1 – 2 pm

Adult Skating Thursday Nov. 24 1 – 2 pm

Walking ClubInterested in Walking in Pelham? Interested

in joining a Walking Club? Join us!Walking Schedule

•Thursday November 24thTime: 1pm-2pm (approximately 1 hour walk)

Meeting Location: Fonthill Bandshell Walking Speed: Moderate-Fast

•Monday November 28th Time: 7pm-8pm (approximately 30 minute walk)

Meeting Location: Pelham Arena Parking Lot Walking Speed: Moderate •Tuesday November 29

Time: 9am-10am & 7pm-8pm (approximately 30 min walk) Meeting Location: Arena Parking Lot

Walking Speed: Moderate •Thursday December 1

Time: 1pm-2pm (approximately 1 hour walk) Meeting Location: Fonthill Bandshell

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pelham.ca or call (905) 892-2607 ext. 308. PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY

•Getting Started with your Kobo E-reader Learn step by step how to download and use the Pelham Public Library’s Overdrive e-books on a Kobo. You must have basic

computer skills. Please bring your Kobo, your email address and a Pelham Public Library card in good standing. Please register

ahead in person. Nov. 23. 6:30 - 8 $5.00. Pelham Public Library•Maple Acre Friends Country Christmas Collection Craft Sale

Find a unique gift for Christmas giving. Crafters, baking, delicious home-cooked chili from the Friends’ Kitchen. Eat

in or take out! Fri., Nov. 25, 2011 (4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) and Sat., Nov. 26, 2011 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) New Fenwick

Fire Hall, 766 Welland Rd., Fenwick. Proceeds to Maple Acre Branch. Interested vendors please call Sue (892-2847).

•Hearing ClinicOur ears are important and often overlooked! Connect Hearing

will be at the Fonthill Branch giving free hearing screenings and will answer any questions about various hearing issues. Free but

please schedule your appointment ahead if possible at: 905-892-6068. Nov. 28 from 10:00 - 1:0 0. Pelham Public Library.

•Preventing Holiday DebtCome to this informative session and learn how to

spend wisely and keep most of your money in your wallet this season. Plus learn some other valuable

hints and tips that you can use throughout the rest of the year. Nov. 29 at 6:30. Door Prizes. Free but please register ahead.

•Santa’s VisitDec. 2 from 10 - 11 am

Santa will arrive with music, a story and lots of... HO! HO! HO!Free with a food donation to Pelham Cares. Please register.

•Seniors Holiday SocialJoin us for an afternoon of entertainment, delicious

desserts and door prize giveaways. Dec. 5 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Free but please register ahead.

Town of Pelham – SNOW ANGEL PROGRAM The Town of Pelham in partnership with Pelham Cares

Inc. offers a volunteer snow/ice removal service for persons within the Town of Pelham urban areas* living with physical

disabilities who are incapable of carrying out sidewalk snow/ice removal at their place of residence. Application

forms for residents and volunteers are available on the Town’s website at www.pelham.ca or at Town Hall. Please call 905-892-2607 extension 332 for additional information.

GENERAL INFORMATION •IMPORTANT TO DOG OWNERS

Please be reminded that Town of Pelham Dog Control By-law 97-2010 requires that any person who owns

controls or harbors a dog shall remove, forthwith, any feces (excrement) left by such dog on private or public property.

Remember to be responsible! Stoop and Scoop! •ONTARIO ONE CALL 1-800-400-2255

All requests for waterline and sewer locates must be directed to Ontario One Call

•KEEP PELHAM STREETS “LIT” Residents of the Town of Pelham are asked to report any problems with streetlights

to the Community & Infrastructure Services Department at 905-892-2607, ext.332

The hydro utility requires that a pole number be provided when reporting the problem

Town of Pelham e-mail address: [email protected] Visit our Web site at www.pelham.ca

SHARING THE ROAD

CYCLISTS are happy with the Sharrows, pavement markings that encourage motorists and cyclists to share the road, that have been painted on Haist Street because they do remind both riders and drivers to be aware of all road users. Showing of the new markings near A.K. Wigg school are Councillor Catherine King (left), a member of Community Policing, David Hunt, Shah Khan, Pat Paolone, Bea Clark with the Pelham Active Transportation Committee, Tom Bailey, Mayor Dave Augustyn, and, in front, Rachel Wayda and Jeremy Pollard, both Grade 5 students at A.K. Wigg.



CITIZENS OF PELHAM FOOD DRIVE

Saturday, December 3

Help us share the Joy of the Season with those who are less fortunate

Volunteers will be calling door-to-door 9:00am - 1:00pmin the built-up areas of Fonthill, Fenwick, Ridgeville & North Pelham

If you live in a rural area, drop-off points include:Clare’s Cycle • North Pelham Avondale • Star Tile Centre • Century 21

Today Realty • Pelham & Quaker Road • Meridian Credit Union Both Lions Club Halls

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If you want something different and unique, not to mention delicious, come to Designer Delights.Designer Delights’

cupcake bouquets are not offered at any other cupcakery and owners Chelsey Cook and Jenna Young love to work with clients to customize their cupcakes. Cook and Young,

who have been making cupcakes with their Designer Delights business for more than two years, opened their Fonthill location just a few weeks ago. Growing up in

Niagara, they say Pelham always had the small-town, “villagey” feel and with all of the improvements and developments to downtown Fonthill, they felt it was the perfect fit for their business.Since opening

the store on Nov. 5 they’ve received support from both businesses and

residents and felt a warm, open-armed welcome when they opened their doors.When they’re not

creating gorgeous cupcakes, Young and Cook donate to a number of non-profit agencies including the Canadian Cancer Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Cook sits on the board of the Pelham Business Association.Designer Delights

offers “irresistible creations for any occasion.”Young and Cook

say their exclusive cupcake bouquet designs are the perfect addition to any occasion, can be sent to someone special or used as a centrepiece. Cupcakes are also available simply boxed - an easy way to serve cake at a special occasion - no cutting, no plates, no forks necessary.The cupcakes are

all baked fresh from scratch and come in classic vanilla or chocolate flavour. They are topped

with homemade buttercream frosting in a variety of flavours.Along with bouquets

and boxed cupcakes by order, Designer Delights also offers a selection of regular and mini cupcakes for individual sale in the store. Pop in for a taste test or to simply treat yourself. Cook and Young

are planning a grand opening in conjunction with a holiday open house on Saturday, Dec. 3 and invite everyone to join them for the ribbon cutting, free samples, giveaways and more.For a complete list

of flavours, to see the bouquets, or see what Designer Delights can do for weddings, visit www.designerdelights.ca.The store is open

Tuesday through Friday 11 am to 6 pm, Saturdays 11 am to 5 pm and Sundays from noon to 4 pmCall 905-897-8978

to place an order.

Different and deliciousWith its spirit of giving,

beautiful decorations, and wonderful treats, Christmas is one of the most delightful seasons of the year.Just as delightful this

year, is the selection of beautiful jewellery at Sapphires.Visit Sapphires this

holiday season and discover the latest in jewellery fashion. Sapphires searches internationally for jewellery you won’t see in other stores in the Niagara Region. The newest addition is

Brazilian 18K gemstone jewellery. The colourful gemstones are unique and cut in Brazil. The Brazilian fashions will thrill those searching for something different. “Chocolate” gold, Morganite “pink Emeralds”, plus black and white diamonds remain very popular at Sapphires. Sapphires offers a wide

selection of jewellery sure to please the most discriminating buyer. Select from gold, gemstones, Ammolite, diamonds, watches and designer sterling silver. Some designer Silver brands include ELLE,

Zinzi and DiDonna. Sapphires also boasts several silver pieces set with amber, pearls and marcasite gemstones. You’ll also find

dazzling Canadian diamonds. Each Canadian diamond is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and is laser engraved with a serial number on the edge. Sapphires new line of bridal and anniversary rings by Gabriel boasts 100 of the most current ring designs perfect for holiday engagements.Swiss made Accutron

watches by Bulova are the newest arrival. Sir Richard Branson, president and founder of Virgin Group, is the ambassador for the Accutron brand. In his continual striving toward new and previously unimaginable feats, commitment to innovation, willingness to challenge the conventional wisdom, and refusal to accept anything but the best, Sir Richard epitomizes the factors that have kept Bulova at the forefront of the watch industry for over 135 years.With more than 20

years serving the Pelham area and Niagara, this local jeweler has a goldsmith workshop that allows for repairs and exceptional custom designs by two professional goldsmiths. There is personalized service as well as attention to detail and quality. Limited time is still available to create the one of a kind gift.During Christmas in

Pelham, Dec 2 & 3, enjoy a holiday treat while having your favourite jewellery added to the computerized “Wish List” registry. There are many additional jewellery specials on exclusively during Christmas in Pelham, including a free Diamond Dazzle Stick with any purchase over $50 (1 per customer). On Saturday, Dec. 3 enjoy the delightful sounds of a harpist at the store while Sapphires’s professional staff clean your rings to a sparkle for the holidays. Store hours are Monday 10-5, Tuesday to Thursday 9:30-5:30, Friday 9:30-7 and Saturday 9:30-5. Holiday extended hours begin Dec 17.

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THE VOICE of Pelham Wednesday, November 23, 2011 Page �

NOW OPEN A Beautiful New Store to Explore

Hundreds and Hundreds of Unique Gifts

Sprucewood Handmade Cookies

Kitchen and Bar Tools

1471 Pelham Street, Below Chez Fromage, (289) 897-8525

Great Selection of Hand Puppets

Eco Soy Candles

Handcrafted natural soaps

Windmill Hill body lotions Pepper mills

Drink glasses

andDozensmore

PerfectStockingStuffers!

Whether you need a stocking stuffer, a unique gift card to give, some treats for company or simply a place to rest and enjoy a treat for yourself, Fonthill’s Gelato Village has what you need.The local Gelato

shop opened in July and offers a wide variety of flavours of the popular creamy Italian treat as well as cream-filled pastries and features hand crafted beverages.Owner Rocco

Spanno invites shoppers to stop in and discover the flavours of the season including pumpkin spice latte, a real favourite of customers.Gelato Village

also offers organic Flavoured drinks, including authentic organic Chai tea.Along with a warm

mug of pumpkin spice latte or cup of flavourful Chai tea,

enjoy home made biscotti or a famous home made cannoli in the cafe.Biscotti, cannoli

and gelato-filled panettones are available to take home for holiday get togethers. Order now to ensure you have gelato-filled panettones in time for your holiday feast.Inside the store

you’ll also find many stocking stuffer ideas. Gelato is available

in pint or quart-sized containers for take home, to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Gelato, like ice cream, is made with Milk, cream, various sugars, flavoring including fresh fruit and nut purees. Unlike ice cream, however, it is lighter with a lower fat content, a perfect accompaniment to holiday desserts.Gelato Village will

also make cakes, for every occasion, and even specialty flavours.Spano says

anything you can imagine, he can make, adding he is happy to try new flavours and ideas because it is what makes his shop better.For the holiday

season, Gelato Village is offering a $55 gift card for $50 or a $120 gift card for $100.In the spirit of

Christmas giving, Spano is also donating a portion of all sales for the remainder of the year to youth programs in Pelham. Gelato Village

is located in downtown Fonthill at 1417-1419 Pelham Street. The shop is now

open early, 7:30 am weekdays, 9 am on Saturdays and 11 am on Sundays.

Flavours of the season“Pretty paper,

pretty ribbons of blue, wrap your presents to your darling from you.”If your gift-

wrapping isn’t worthy of it’s own Christmas song, Candy Ashbee has the solution - her Presentations. Ashbee will be

opening Pelham’s newest shop on Dec. 1, Presentations, which offers gift services, gifts, gift wrapping, and themed packages.“I believe gift-

giving should be as fun as gift receiving,” says Ashbee.“I love helping

people put great gifts together.”Ashebee says she

loves the festive spirit of the holidays, and it is a spirit she

offers customers as she puts gifts together for their loved ones.“I offer a relaxed

atmosphere and great customer service,” she says. Ashbee says she

chose to open her shop in Fonthill because she loves the community’s “quaintness” and because the people are very friendly.“I enjoy meeting

new people and working with other businesses,” says Ashbee.Even as a new

business, Ashbee is involved in the community. She has donated and volunteered with St. Augustine Church’s Poinsettia Tea, is involved in the parents’ council with her daughter’s

school, and helps raise funds for breakfast programs.Ashbee encourages

everyone to visit the shop and see the variety of products and spectacular wrap available. It is a beautiful new

store to explore, with hundreds of items, including great gifts and stocking stuffers.The store, located

off the back parking lot at 1471 Pelham Street (under Chez Fromage), is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10 am to 6 pm, Thursday 11 am to 8 pm and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. Visit the

website at www.giftpresentations.ca.

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1428 Pelham Street (behind J&J Floral Expressions Inc.

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Floral Arrangements, Seasonal Decorating

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Meghan VanHellTel. 905-892-9861

Cell. 289-821-3490

HOLIDAY POTTERY SALE

Shop early for the best selection of original, handmade pottery including serving plates, brie bakers, mugs, bowls, jewellery, mirrors, dip dishes and adult pottery classes.

Call the Studio to arrange a convenient time to shop for everyone on your holiday list.

905-892-9990Studio Visit by Appointment13 Port Robinson Road, Fonthillwww.mmwpottery.com

m monique mulder-wallace pottery

Holiday Greetings from Advanced Health Massage Therapy!Advanced Health is a registered massage

therapy clinic located at 1428 Pelham Street, behind J&J Floral Expressions Inc. Joanna Nicoletta and Anne-Marie Brumm-

Valerio established the clinic in 2003. Over the course of eight years the clinic has grown to more than eight therapists including: Wilma Eller, Betty Subic, Cindy Nilsen, Milka V. Santoro, Amanda Florio and Carolyn Triebe. This clinic is particularly unique not only

for it’s size but for the diverse, specialized massage treatments that the therapists have trained and excel in. This clinic offers; Active Release Techniques,

Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Cupping Techniques, Craniosacral Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Lymphatic Massage, Myofascial Release, Oncology Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Thai Massage, Therapeutic Touch and Full Body Hydrotherapy Wraps along with traditional massage therapy. Any treatments performed by a registered

massage therapist are covered by extended health care insurance. The Advanced Health Massage team has

also been active in the community by offering free service to the annual ‘Relay for Life’ at Brock University, the ‘Ride for Refugees’ held in Niagara and Local Rowing Regattas. They have also participated in numerous public information talks at the Fonthill Library, Fonthill Fitness, local high schools and various Health and Home Shows in the Niagara region.For more information about this clinic, the

therapists and detailed descriptions about the above specialized treatments, please visit their website at advancedhealthmassagetherapy.comHappy Holidays!

Advanced healthLooking for an

original, handmade, one-of-a-kind gift? The best place to find such unique gifts is an artist’s studio, such as Monique Mulder-Wallace’s pottery studio in Fonthill.M u l d e r - W a l l a c e

offers original, handmade pottery as well as pottery classes for adults interested in the medium.Her work includes

functional pieces such as bowls, brie bakers, goblets, plates, serving platters, berry bowls and more in earthy colours of nutmeg, sand, moss and water.Mulder-Wallace’s

wearable art includes brooches, rings, bracelets, buttons, earrings and pendants. Earrings and pendants are made with sterling silver.The local artist

also does decorative pottery work, including mirrors and photo frames. She also creates one-of-a-kind pieces that are created with textural glazes of

vanilla crackle and her signature, crackle red.Mulder-Wallace has

been creating pottery in her home-based studio for four years.Her passion for clay

began early, when she was taking classes at the Oakville Art Society. Since then, Mulder-Wallace has pursued her interest in art through her education, teaching in both elementary and secondary schools, and now, as an artist in her own studio. Mulder-Wallace’s

studio is open by appointment only, and she encourages everyone to call the studio to arrange a convenient time to shop for everyone on your Christmas list. Shop early for the

best selection of Mu lde r -Wa l l ace ’ s handmade pottery pieces.Call the studio at

905-892-9990 or, for more information, visit www.mmwpottery.com.

Original potteryHave you ever

wished the floral shop would come to your home, see your decor and make something fresh, on the spot, just for you? With Simply Green it can happen.Meghan VanHell

created the business four years ago, and offers flower a r r a n g e m e n t s , seasonal decoratng, as well as cut and potted materials.“I use all organic and

natural materials,” says VanHell of her arrangements. Working out of her

truck - the travelling flower shop, VanHell makes everything on site at your home or business. Christmas is her

busiest season, as many people look for a beautiful arrangement to brighten up their home for the holidays, says VanHell, noting she creates her holiday a r r a n g e m e n t s

to not only last past through the Christmas season but look appropriate after Boxing Day as well.VanHell also offers

landscape design and gardening.The gardener for

the Log Cabin and the Fonthill Heights Plaza, VanHell says she enjoys meeting and talking with the people she meets on the sidewalk coming and going from the businesses. “Thanks for all the

encouragement,” she tells them. VanHell’s work

can be seen at the Log Cabin as well as In The Village and the Whisk and Ladle.VanHell says she

is able to adjust her rates to fit any budget and she tries to be as environmentally friendly as possible.VanHell is available

by appointment only, by calling 905-892-9861.

Travelling floral

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The snow will soon be falling and now is the perfect time to have your winter equipment tuned up, your summer equipment prepared for storage, or shop for the power tool enthusiast on your list.

Pic’s Motor Clinic offers the best in lawn care and garden equipment, whether you’re looking for a snowblower, lawn mower, garden tractor, chainsaw or power generator.

Forget border crossing lineups, Pic’s can be competitive and offers top quality products such as Stihl, Toro, Poulan Pro, BCS, Genevac stand-by-generators, Bearcat Chippers, Lawnboy and Stihl pressure washers.

In the business since 1979, owner Andy Groen and his staff are experts in what they sell and factory-trained technicians. While

Groen stands behind his products, he also has staff on hand to service everything they sell, and more.

The shop is always well-stocked with replacement parts and all the accessories you want or need, from chainsaw chains to air filters and oil.

All equipment is fully

assembled and serviced by Pic’s pre-delivery inspection experts. Pic’s makes sure every piece of equipment is started and fully operational before it leaves the store. Delivery is also available for larger equipment.

Pic’s new location at 2514 Regional Road 20, East offers four times the

floor space of the old location.

“Our expanded location has allowed us to add new lines and products,” says Groen.

A very popular new line for Pic’s is the line of Genevac generators. Portable units start at $399 with 800 watt output. These generators are powerful enough to run the microwave, freezer and television.

“They are a good start to keeping the family comfortable during a blackout,” says Groen.

Genevac generator models include sizes for everything from recreational use up to full home and farm emergency

power.Also from Genevac are

gas-powered pressure washers, in 2,500 and 3,000psi. With units in stock, Pic’s offers professional service, perfect for farm use.

Pic’s may be considered a specialty store by local residents, but Groen points out his quality is top notch and he offers very affordable prices so there’s no reason to go to a big box store for lawn and garden equipment.

Groen says there is no reason for Pelham residents not to shop locally.

Pic’s is Niagara’s choice for professional sales, service and parts for lawn and garden care needs,

selling and servicing a vast assortment of equipment.

Pic’s is your place for quality equipment and friendly service.

Pic’s offers no interest, no payments for six months on approved credit, so the equipment you need is always affordable.

Visit Pic’s at the new location, 2514 Regional Road 20, East, between Cataract Road and Merrittville Highway. The store is open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays 8 am to noon.

Or, check out the website at www.picsmotorclinic.ca.

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When you buy a beautiful, unique gift for someone you love wouldn’t it be wonderful to know your Christmas gift is helping others?

Shopping at Jolica Artisan Outlet can do just that. By buying fair trade items from Jolica, you ensure the artists and artisans who created your gift receive a fair price for their work.

Each of the items at Jolica are handcrafted in artisan workshops in Thailand, Indonesia, India, Nepal, Chile, Peru and Ecuador, which means they are unique and a work of art.

Beyond the fact that the jewelry, handbags and scarves offered by Jolica are works of art, because they are fair trade the artists are paid fairly, receive product development support and a receive a variety of social benefits including access to education and health care.

Jolica is a home party based company which means you can shop in your own home with friends. Owners Ted and Darlene Loewen live in Fonthill and also operate an outlet store at their head office, located 178 Regional Road

20, so you can shop at your convenience.

There will also be an open house this year, on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 6 to 9 pm with door prizes, refreshments and special promotions. In addition, in November there are discounts of 10% or 15%, which is doubled with a donation to Pelham Cares.

The outlet is also a drop off point for Pelham Cares’ donations and the Loewens say they are thrilled to be able to help the organization and their community.

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Being green is easy, and much more affordable than you might think. RaSolar has made

a commitment to provide a worry-free, simple way to help change the way Ontarians generate electricity.RaSolar offers a

“rent-your-roof” solar program, installing solar panels on h o m e o w n e r s ’ roofs at no cost to the homeowner. RaSolar takes care of the installation, maintenance, and care of the panels for 20 years, making quarterly payments to the homeowner for the electricity generated.“It is a great way to

enjoy the benefits of solar power at no cost or risk,” says Sales Director Jonathan Richards. RaSolar systems

include solar panels and racking to attach them to the roof, an inverter to convert the direct current from the panels into

alternating current power for the hydro grid and a dedicated hydro meter to track the energy you produce. While your

electricity bill will not decrease after a RaSolar system is installed, RaSolar payments could total up to $24,000 over the course of the lease. “Think of it as

renting your roof,” says Richards. At the end of the

20-year contract, the homeowner owns the panels, which have five years of warranty left. The panels will continue to generate electricity and the homeowner can use the electricity generated at that point to power their own home. Incorporated under

the laws of Ontario and the Ontario Power Authority, RaSolar’s mission is to allow homeowners throughout Ontario to own a solar installation and

benefit from all the advantages of solar energy. RaSolar’s mission is to also help create a better and greener tomorrow by reducing coal energy emission.

Ontario’s MicroFIT program is a green energy program developed by the Ontario Government with the Ontario Power Authority. The MicroFIT program is designed for projects 10 kW and under. The program is based on a 20-year contract with the OPA, which enables solar electricity that is produced to be fed into the grid.The process of

having solar energy installed on your roof is simple, call RaSolar for an assessment, read and sign the agreement, then schedule your installation.Call Jonathan

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Joe Fournier’s Martial Arts Centres are dedicated to the preservation of traditional martial arts and encouraging students to be the best that they can be both in, and outside

the dojo. Based on the Shorinji

Ryu system developed and taught by Sensei Richard Kim, Joe Fournier’s Martial Arts Centres in Fonthill, Fredericton, and

Melbourne are positive learning environments with skilled instructors that teach respect and discipline, while instilling confidence in students.Whether you are an

experienced martial artist returning to your training, or a novice ready to experience the many benefits, the martial arts have a great deal to offer. People of all ages and fitness levels train and grow in the positive and supportive environment of the dojo. Students are encouraged to take part in the variety of classes offered, including level-specific classes, weapons classes, self-defense, tai chi, and more.Sensei Joe Fournier has

earned Black Belt rankings in Karate, Kobudo and Jiu Jitsu with Sensei Richard Kim, Hanshi, 10th Dan, along with Black Belt rankings from the Kokusai Butokukai, National Karate Association (N.K.A.) and Budo San Kai. Sensei Fournier has a belt ranking in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a Masters in Martial Sciences which he earned in 1996.

All women want something beautiful and unique under the tree from Santa, and there’s no better place to find beautiful and unique women’s fashions and accessories than at Butterflies Boutique.

Butterflies is a specialty shop that carries unique lines of women’s apparel not found in many other stores.

They feature the largest selection of Nic and Zoe in Niagara. Owner Nancy

Birmingham says they are dedicated to featuring the most unique clothing and accessories, and as much Canadian designs and products as possible.

The shop is known for its personalized service, and Birmingham says that she has personal relationships with most of her customers. She says she appreciates the support of the people of Pelham.

For the Christmas season, Butterflies is offering 15% off new holiday arrivals until November 29, so get in to find that stunning party outfit.

For those who can’t decide what they would like to put under the tree this year, Butterflies offers gift certificates.

Nancy and Deanna enjoy the challenge of searching out new and unique accessories and clothing for the shop.

Butterflies Boutique is located at 1408 Pelham Street in Downtown Fonthill. The store hours are Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 5:30.

Visit Butterflies new location because they say they treat their customers the way they would like to be treated.

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The Smart Weigh is a unique program that is based on your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR). It will guide you on a journey to successful weight loss and a lifestyle change that will help you achieve the desired slim and healthy new you.At it’s most basic, losing weight is

about burning more calories than you eat, explain Diane Watters and Jayne Watson.“That seems simple enough, but

if it were that simple, none of us would have a weight problem.” We all know very well that we

need to reduce our calorie intake in order to lose weight. But by how much should we reduce it? As a matter of fact, our body has a daily calorie requirement, which is nothing but the minimum amount of calories it needs to perform its day to day functions, such as digesting foods, maintaining the normal heart rate and blood pressure, controlling and maintaining your breathing, etc. If you consume more than this

minimum calorie requirement, you gain weight, but if you provide your body fewer calories than what it needs, your body would refuse to burn fat. In order to know how many calories are enough for your body, you need to know your Basal Metabolic Rate, or BMR as it is called. Every individual has a basic

metabolic rate that can be influenced by—and have an influence on—a person’s calorie consumption, weight gain or loss, and percentage of fat and muscle in the body. You use energy no

matter what you’re doing, even when sleeping. If you’ve noticed that every year,

it becomes harder to eat whatever you want and stay slim, you’ve also learned that your BMR decreases as you age. Likewise, depriving yourself of food in hopes of losing weight also decreases your BMR. The Smart Weigh program is

tailored made to a your BMR, say Diane and Jayne. “We will determine how many

calories you need on a daily basis, and how to make healthy choices from all of the food groups.” Diane and Jayne have a combined

25 years of weight loss experience and have a combined weight loss of 190 lbs.”We have walked the walk …

so now we feel its time to talk the talk,” they say.Call Diane and Jayne at 905-897-

8903 or check out the website at www.djweightmanagement.ca.

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When Susan and Doug took over the Pelham Curves franchise in 2008, it was an opportunity for them to re-establish the Curves success story which is shared by millions of women. Now, they are looking forward to a new location, on Dec. 5, as they enter their fourth year as Curves franchisees.Curves provides

an opportunity for women to enjoy the successes of the number one fitness program in the world. The Curves success story is based, in large part, on its simplicity. Curves members

enjoy an easy, 30-

minute workout in a fun, relaxing, w o m e n - o n l y atmosphere.Curves offers

a personalized, professional health and fitness program using circuit coaches that is available to members almost anywhere they travel, now with more than 10,000 locations.The Curves program

gives members a wide range of physical benefits, including firming, toning, s t r e n g t h e n i n g , wellness, weight management and fitness and nutrition.This time of year is

the best time to think about giving yourself those same physical

benefits. If your new year’s resolution includes health and fitness, Curves is the answer. Curves is also a great

way to give the gift of health and fitness this Christmas. With new owners,

a new look and new successes, it’s a new Curves.

Curves is located at 145 Regional Rd. 20 (next to the Legion). Call 905-892-7968 or visit fonthillcurves.ca for information.Curves opens at 7

a.m. weekdays - a great opportunity to get in your fitness routine before work - and at 9 a.m. on Saturdays.

A new year, a new youAs one of the oldest

businesses in Fonthill, Klager’s Meats is part of many family holiday traditions in Pelham.The Christmas store,

which first opened in 1934, is the place to find the highlight of your holiday meal, no matter what your family’s tradition might be.Klager’s is offering

fresh, store made Toutiers and meat pies, as well as mincemeat pies, Christmas cakes, gum drop cakes, and tarts from the in-store bakery.If Christmas shopping

and getting ready for the holidays has you rushed, Klager’s has the perfect solution for dinner in a hurry: cooked roast beef with

gravy, ready to eat.Klager’s sell only

Ontario corn fed beef and Ontario pork, veal, lamb, organic chicken and turkey. All of the store’s homemade burgers and sausage is made with no additives or fillers.Fred, Eleanor and

Jamie Arbour, who took over the family business from Eleanor’s parents, try to cater to their customers’ every need, whenever possible. They will cut meat the way the customer wants and they offer personal, small town service.The Arbours say

the small-town atmosphere in Pelham is part of why they enjoy doing business

here.Not only do they

enjoy the community and getting to know their customers on a personal basis, they thoroughly enjoyed being part of the Farmers’ Market. Fred and Eleanor are members of the Fonthill Lions and Lioness, have been involved on many town committees and try to support as many local groups as possible.The store is located

at 1507 Pelham Street and is open Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

A holiday feast or quick meal

PelhamFocus on 2011


Shoppers Drug Mart Fonthill

Thursday, December 1st, 2011 • 4:00 - 8:00pm

Come enjoy the Fun & Savings during this time• Receive 20% off ALL cosmetic, skincare & fragrance purchases*

• Spin the Wheel to WIN great prizes** • Lise Watier make-up artist will create a Holiday look for you

(pre-booked appointments recommended)

• Shishedio representative will provide skin analysis(pre-booked appointments recommended)

• Complimentary Mini-manicures

Please Support “Look Good, Feel Better”

by donating $5 and receive a Cosmetics gift as a Thank-you

FREE Refreshments and much more!

*excludes sale items **minimum purchase applies, while quantities last

Fonthill Shopping Plaza • Hwy 20 • 905.892.5791 Ext. 42

Giant Tiger FonthillBring in this coupon on your

next visit and receive

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(excluding tobacco and lottery tickets)Valid only at Fonthill Shopping Plaza

20 Hwy 20, FonthillExpires December 31st, 2011

santa saves herePrices in effect until November 30th

C O U P O N

Are you looking for something a little different this year for your:- Family Christmas Party - Neighbourhood Christmas Mixer- Christmas Eve Surprise for the Children - Christmas Present Delivery- Christmas Birthday Party - Deliver your Christmas Baskets- Come to your retail/commercial business and greet/mingle with clients & staff

Or anything else you desire to promote the Christmas Spirit

It Must Be Santa!Call Dennis 905-892-3518 Sleigh Phone 905-931-HOHO

2011 Graduate of the C.W. Howard Santa Claus School, the Harvard of Santa Schools Please call for information, availability and rates Our Mission: To make everyone believe, if only for that little time!

Christmas! The time of the year for Peace on EarthGood Will To All Mankind - and a visit from “The Jolly Man”

Niagara has a new Santa in the area. And he is fresh from Santa School at that!

Dennis Cheel, Fonthillite for nearly 50 years, Past Kinsman for both Welland and Fonthill, past Big Brother and driving force behind Save Our Pool is now a graduated Santa.

“I worked several seasons as Santa” stated Dennis.

“The most fun I had was the year I was one of two Santas at The Pen Centre, St. Catharines.”

Dennis added he had as much fun with the adults as with the children.

“On slower nights, I would call over groups of older ladies and even teens who had been

shopping.Many an older lady

would want to talk about past Christmases and why they didn’t get things they asked for.

“Well, you were a good girl, but just not good enough. That brought out the laughter and the blushing.”

After working in Hamilton for more than 20 years for WSIB, Dennis retired and now has the time to do Santa properly. He decided to go to the C. W. Howard Santa School because it was regarded by all as the best.

Held in Midland, Michigan, it is the longest running Santa School

in the world. Started in 1937 by C.W. Howard, a legend in Santa circles, it is regarded as the “Harvard Of Santa Schools”.

For Dennis, it was “the place” to properly learn all the little and important things that makes a great Santa.

“It taught me a lot and I hope it will shine when Santa comes to a client’s job.”

Dennis states he does almost anything a client would like done to promote Christmas spirit.

Give Dennis a call at 905-892- 3518. Or his Sleigh phone 905-931-HOHO. CALL NOW!

A new Santa in Pelham


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&SportsL E I S U R E

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This year, embrace the joy and excitement the holidays bring.

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GREG WOODSbroker of record

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P.O. Box 1271 Fonthill, ON, LOS 1E0

Tel 905-892-2727Fax 905-892-4943

Stephen M. BronnInvestment Advisor

25 Church St., St. Catharines, ON L2R 3B4Bus: (905) 704-0300 Direct Line (289) 479-5516Cell: (905) 327-1263 Fax: (905) 704-0018stephen.bronn@manulifesecurities.cawww.manulifesecurities.ca

Gabryelski & SonsApples & Cider

Squash Pumpkins GourdsCornstalks Straw Indian CornRed Dogwood & Christmas Trees

874 Tice Road, Fenwick 905-935-4839

Ryan GlynnVice President - Business Development

C: [email protected]

You are Invited to the Fonthill & District Kinsmen’s

OLD Town HallTuesday December 13, 2011

6:30 p.m.Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Celtic Fiddle & Country Band& Special Guests “Mes Amies”

(a local women’s vocal group)

Reservations Required Please call 905-892-8577Extra Parking is available at Pelham Community Church

Spend 20* and get afamily-sized pizza for only $5

Offer valid until Dec. 4, 2011. *After all applicable discounts. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Purchases of Gift Cards and taxes excluded. Valid at the Fonthill location only.

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The Shoppers Drug Mart Peewee AE teams won one and lost one in weekend games.

The first game was against Wainfleet in the two teams’ first meeting of the season. Forward lines of Noah Overbeeke, Fraser Darling and Liam Gaudet were strong off

the opening faceoff but could not get a shot past the strong Wainfleet goalie. The second and third period saw the evenly matched teams each scoring with Pelham’s goal by Ryan Reece, assisted by Dawson Chamberlain. Goalie Daniel VanAlstine shut down the attacking

Wild for the last half of the game. The team will have another opportunity to face Wainfleet later in the season.

Sunday’s game was a rematch against Lincoln who the Panthers had faced in the first game of the season. Both teams were hungry for a win from

the beginning with the first period very evenly matched and ending with no score. Goalie Jasion DiPaola was solid and played the puck well when challenged by Lincoln. Second period saw the Pelham team get on the scoreboard with Henry Blackburn scoring a nice goal assisted by Zach Smith. In the third period Pelham’s strong legs outlasted the Blades

with goals by Liam Gaudet, Ryan Reece, Brock Deba and another by Henry Blackburn. Passing was a key to the Panthers success in this game, assists by Thomas Citringo, Blake Zurbrigg, Liam Gaudet, Jacob DiRaddo and Fraser Darling were all a result of heads up unselfish play. Defense started the attack on a number of the goals with Harry Steven, Quinn

Tucker, Neil Kennedy and Dawson Chamberlain being rock solid once again. The Panthers were happy for the win with the final score being 5-2.

As the journey of this season progresses the coaches have been impressed with the dedication and time the players have put in both on and off the ice.

Elbow Room has 29-Point Second Quarter to down DJBs 67-49

Harry Woods scored a game-high 28 points (including SIX 3-pointers) to lead the Elbow Room to a 67-49 victory over Durward, Jones, Barkwell & Company. Woods scored 13 of those points in the second quarter when the Elbow Room outscored the DJBs 29-6. Big Steve Brewster kept the key congested and scored 12 points. Guard Laurie Traynor kept the offence moving scoring 10 points and John Lefurgey played tenacious defence and scored 8 points. Marc Hardy hit for 6 points while Dan

(Buddha) Orlowski, playing in his first game since March 1, 2005 scored 3.

Newcomer Jo-Jo Duran led the DJBs with 17 points, 23 rebounds and 7 steals. Forwards Gino Palermo and Carm Infantino each scored 8 points. Sophomore Allan Choi hit for 6 points. Owner/sponsor/coach Rob Neill finished with 4 points as did Joe Seliske, playing in the first game of his 24th season in the NBA. Andrew Walker, also a partner at DJB completed the scoring with 2 points.The Elbow Room are now 1-0 on the season while the DJBs fall to 0-1.

Elbow Room downs DJB


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Looking for information on G.A.G. time capsuleIn 1967, in honour

of Canada’s 100th birthday, a time capsule was constructed by the students and teachers of the then Thorold Fonthill High School. Artifacts

of the day were sealed into the capsule and it was intended for the capsule to remain sealed until the year 2067. The project was an attempt to show fellow students

and teachers on Canada’s 200th birthday what life was like in 1967.

The staff and students of Glynn A Green Public School, the current inhabitants of the

building, have embarked on their own time capsule related project as they have decided to create a plaque, which details the history of the building and the details of all its phases and transformations. The plaque is tentatively to be constructed in the shape of a maple leaf (the original shape of the time capsule) and the history of the various phases of the building are to be etched onto the sides of the maple leaf like structure, as depicted on the plaque. It is yet to be determined if the plaque will be placed on the time capsule itself or in the

hallway of the building.A search has begun to

find out exactly what the original contents placed into the time capsule were. Further, it has been determined by examining the existing structure and comparing it to original photos that it has since been reconstructed. It seems that the original yellow brick façade crumbled. It is also believed that the capsule itself might have been opened and possibly more items added to it.

As a former student of Thorold Fonthill High School the administration at Glynn A Green has

asked if Joseph Albanese would assist in collecting any information regarding what was placed into the original capsule, details of the reconstruction and what if anything was placed into the capsule during the reconstruction. If anybody has any information to offer please contact Albanese at [email protected].

The time capsule can be seen to this day in front of the now Glynn A Green Public School as you travel past it on Pelham Street.

www.thelogcabin.ca155 Hwy #20 W, Fonthill • 905.892.3997Open Mon - Sat 10am-5:30pm • Sun 12-4pm

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See our new expansion and stroll through our festive Christmas boutique decorated from top to bottom with all the trimmings. Whether you prefer traditional, modern or anything in between, you’re sure to find many ideas for holiday decorating. We also have a fantastic selection of favourites such as jewellery, clothing and accessories, candles, lanterns, books, home decor, kitchen accessories and gourmet food, just to name a few!

Please join us Saturday November 26th

Volunteers are still needed to help with the annual citizens fo Pelham Food Drive.

The organizers need people, vans and trucks to work in small groups

going door to door to collect non-perishable food items for Pelham Cares as well as other local food banks.

The food drive will take place on Saturday, Dec.

3.To volunteer, contact

Gerry Berkhout at 905-892-6988 or [email protected].

Volunteers needed


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We offer in-stock specials:

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ONGOING•November 23 to December

10 - Silent Auction at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fonthill - snacks & refreshments from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Lots of nice gift ideas.

• Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Sing Niagara Women’s A Cappella Chorus at Paroisse Immaculee Conception Church, 99 Garner St, St. Catharines. Call 905-354-4745 or visit www.singniagara.com.

•Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. SPAN (Single Professional Association of Niagara) meets at Bailey’s 111 Highway 20 East Fonthill - for info: Janine 905-688-4358

•Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Kids Club: AWANA, Ridgeville Bible Chapel 905-734-3640

• Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. St. Ann’s Parish Bingo, 834 Canboro Rd., Fenwick. Chance to win $100. Wheelchair accessible. Info: 905-892-6123

•Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. A Cappella Niagara Men’s Chorus invites singers for fun, fellowship, and fabulous 4-part harmony. Meets at St. John Ambulance, 5734 Glenholme Ave., Niagara Falls. Info: Bob 892-2336

• Wednesdays - 1st & 3rd of the each month, at 2:00 p.m. Pelham Community Church Worship Service, 461 Canboro Rd, Fenwick.

•Thursdays (first Thursday of every month) 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. SOS (Survivors of Stroke), a welcoming and caring environment to meet other survivors of stroke and caregivers and exchange and receive information in a friendly and social environment. Everyone is welcome. Info call Ann 905-892-1621

• Fridays at 7:30 p.m. - Euchre at North Pelham Youth Hall, 1718 Maple St. $3 admission. Call Rose for info: 905-892-3408.

Wednesday, November 23• 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Getting

Started with Your Kobo E-reader at the Pelham Library $5 and please register ahead.

Friday, November 25• 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Friday Lunches at the Legion: BABY BEEF LIVER & ONIONS or Lean, Tender ROAST BEEF, with whipped potatoes and gravy, dessert, coffee, tea - $9 includes tax - take out available.

• 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Maple Acres Friends Country Christmas Collection Craft Sale. Find crafts, baked goods, home-cooked chili. New Fenwick firehall, 766 Welland Rd., Fenwick. Proceeds to Maple Acre Branch. Vendors: Sue 892-2847

Saturday, November 26• 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Maple

Acres Friends Country Christmas Collection Craft Sale. Find crafts, baked goods, home-cooked chili. At the Fenwick firehall, 766 Welland Rd., Fenwick. Proceeds to Maple Acre Branch. Vendors: Sue 892-2847

• 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and follwing tne 5:00 p.m. Mass - St. Ann School Giant Book Sale in

support of Warehouse of Hope, Project Africa. Books, Cds, DVDs, and a Bake Table. Held in the St. Ann Church basement at 834 Canboro Rd., Fenwick. All welcome.

• 2:00 p.m. A Cappella Niagara presents “Home for Christmas” at the St. Catharines Collegiate in St. Catharines. Adults: $20 Child <12 $10 Info: Derek 938-2777, Bob 892-2336

• 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Spaghetti Supper at Concordia Lutheran Church, 105 Welland Rd., Fonthill. Adults: $10, Youth 5-12: $6 and children<5 free. Put on by Concordia Youth in support of Missions.

Sunday, November 27• Following the 9:30 a.m.

and 11:00 a.m. Masses - St. Ann School Giant Book Sale in support of Warehouse of Hope, Project Africa. Books, Cds, DVDs, and a Bake Table. Held in the St. Ann Church basement at 834 Canboro Rd., Fenwick. All welcome.

• 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pet Pics with Santa at the Welland & District Humane Society Please call the shelter for your appointment 905-735-1552.

• 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Marshville Heritage Festival’s “Christmas in the Village.” Free will donation. Information: Barb Henderson 905-386-6543 or email to: [email protected]

•1 to 3 p.m. Christmas Bazaar, Penny Sale, Craft and Bake Tables, Tea Room. Woodlands of Sunset, 920 Pelham St. Admission is free. Everyone welcome.

Monday, November 28• 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Hearing Clinic - our ears are important and often overlooked! Connect Hearing will be at the Fonthill Branch of the Pelham Library giving free hearing screenings and will answer any questions about various hearing issues. Free, but please schedule your appointment ahead if possible at: 905-892-6068.

• 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Pelham Horticultural Society at fonthill library. Speaker: Jackie Lynch, Friends of Nature. The How To’s of Eco-Gardening - will show how easy it is to garden in harmony with nature.

Tuesday, November 29• 6:30 p.m. Preventing Holiday

Debt - come to this informative session and learn how to spend wisely and keep most of your money in your wallet this season and learn some other valuable tips that you can use throughout the rest of the year. Pelham Library - Fonthill branch. Door prizes. Free, but please register ahead.

Friday, December 2• 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

- Santa’s Visit at the Pelham Library with music, a story and lots of HO! HO! HO! Free with a food donation to Pelham Cares. Please register ahead.

• 7:30 p.m. Wassail Party presented by Fenwick United Church, 1050 Church Street in

the church hall featuring ‘Sweet Harmony’, readings and carols. Come join us for a beautiful evening of song and food to start the Advent Season.

Saturday, December 3• 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Christmas Tea & Bazaar at Glad Tidings Church of God, 1 Pancake Lane, Fonthill.

• 7:30 p.m. Choralis Camerata presents Handel’s Messiah at First Grantham United Church, 415 Linwell Rd., St. Catharines. Tickets: 905-646-9255 or 905-354-4348

• 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - St. Alexander Catholic Women’s League Bake Sale and Christmas basket raffle. St. Alexander Church, 50 Pelham Town Square. Come enjoy a coffee and a muffin!

Sunday, December 4• 8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - St.

Alexander Catholic Women’s League Bake Sale and Christmas basket raffle. St. Alexander Church, 50 Pelham Town Square. Come enjoy a coffee and a muffin!

• 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pet Pics with Santa at the Welland & District Humane Society Please call the shelter for your appointment 905-735-1552.

• 2:30 p.m. Robert Wood Singers present, “Cooking up Christmas”. Centennial Secondary School, Thorold Rd., Welland. Adults: $12, Child<12 $8. Tickets available at Log Cabin, Fonthill.

• 3:00 p.m. The Treblaires present “Tis the Season to be Freezin’” at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1557 Pelham St., Fonthill. Reception to follow. Adults: $10, Children< 12: $5. Tickets at the door or call church office: 905-892-6011

• 7:30 p.m. Choralis Camerata presents Handel’s Messiah at St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church, 50 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill. Tickets: 905-646-9255 or 905-354-4348

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