THE CONNECTION
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect Inc. Newsletter
Issue 12 - September 2006
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BRUCE PENINSULA SENIORS CONNECT IS ENTIRELY FUNDED THROUGH DONATIONS. ANY DONATIONS WOULD BE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED.
90 Main St, P.O. Box 902, Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 2T0 Phone: 519-793-3781 Fax: 519-793-4761
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More Hosts Needed for
11th Anniversary
Alzheimer Coffee Break
The Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce continues to seek hosts who will take part in
11th annual Alzheimer Coffee Break to be held in conjunction with World Alzheimer Day,
September 21, 2006.
The Society is currently seeking Hosts who will organize Coffee Breaks in their
homes, in their businesses or workplaces, or in their Club or Service Organizations.
“We already have almost 300 hosts signed up, and we are looking to exceed the 350
hosts who participated in 2005,” said Bill Twaddle, community development coordinator
for the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce.
“We have written to everyone who has hosted a Coffee Break in the past and we are
also inviting individuals businesses and organizations who have never held a Coffee
Break to join us this year.”
“Hosting an Alzheimer Coffee Break is a wonderful awareness activity, and of course
an important fund raising activity. A Coffee Break at any time during September, or even
October, will make an important contribution to the work we do.”
Last year 350 hosts throughout Grey and Bruce opened their doors and invited
friends, neighbours and business colleagues in for a cup of coffee in support of the
Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce. By doing so $38,000 was raised. More than 95% of the
money raised in Grey-Bruce stays right here to provide education and support for persons
with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, and for their families and caregivers. The
balance goes to research into a cause and a cure.
This year the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce would like to see more than 400 hosts
take part, Twaddle said. Coffee Breaks take many different forms, from small gatherings
of friends to church, social organization or workplace events for larger numbers of people.
“No matter how large or small an individual Coffee Break is, it makes two valuable
contributions: it raises funds so that the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce can continue to
provide education and support services, and it raises awareness about Alzheimer’s
disease.”
Awareness is very important, Twaddle stressed.
“We know that there are 2,500 individuals over the age of 65 in Grey and Bruce who
have Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. However, research also tells us that as
many as 65 per cent of individuals living with a cognitive impairment do not get a
diagnosis. That means that there could be more than 7,500 individuals affected in
Grey-Bruce.
“Awareness is important because it encourages more people to seek help.”
If you want more information, or if you would like to host an Alzheimer Coffee Break
please contact the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce at 519-376-7230. We will provide you
with a Host Kit and ideas for making your Coffee Break a success. A small effort on your
part you can make a significant contribution to our work in Grey-Bruce.
Coffee Break is officially Thursday, September 21, 2006, but that day is not always
convenient. You can hold a Coffee Break any time during September, or even October,
on a day and at a time that works best for you.
“When you host an Alzheimer Coffee Break you are helping people you know and
care about,” Twaddle said.
“Please call today to register to be a Coffee Break Host this fall. Together, we can
make a real difference right here in our own community.”
of Grey-Bruce
753 2nd Ave E.
Owen Sound N4K 1C6
519-376-7230
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Wednesday
6 September 2006
Coffee Connection
Guest speaker
Barbara Fox
Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce
A PowerPoint Presentation concerning brain health
from approximately 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Please call 519-793-3781 to reserve a spot.
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Come for a coffee and give your support at the
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY
20 SEPTEMBER 2006
at
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect
90 Main St., Lion’s Head
hosted by
Val Martin & Pat Horner
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| Local History Lesson
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Submitted by Oley (Lee) Knight
granddaughter of Henry Ribbel*
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In the early 1940’s Colonel Edward Hamilton from New York purchased 200 acres of land on the
Stokes Bay Road, one mile north of Stokes Bayproper. He bought the acreage from Mrs. Henry
Ribbel* after her husband’s death in 1939. The price ?? – $200.00!
He dismantled all the old sheds, dug up the large vegetable and fruit gardens, built a beautiful new home and landscaped the front of the property. With the absence of the old log house which accidentally burned down (?), his property was indeed a showplace which he named Hidden Hills.
The Colonel later built a large 2-storey stable where he housed some horses and cattle. His idea of a horse farm did not or could not develop on the Bruce Peninsula in those days, so he disposed of the livestock and refurbished the barn into a large craft and souvenir store, naming it “Handicraft House”. Rustic furniture built by the local area men was sold on the first level, and the second level contained crafts, souvenirs and china. Many of the crafts were made by the local women.
 This idea of Ed’s was unsuccessful due to the fact he was ‘off the beaten path’. At that time, the main highway through the Peninsula from Wiarton ran west from P.J’s (the old Monument Corner) to Burley’s Corners (now Clarke’s Corners), not even a mile from where he was presently located. The highway then followed what is now Ira Lake Road to connect back to the present highway just south of Lindsay Road 20. So, Hidden Hills was sold and Ed bought a site at Burley’s Corners where he built a smacking new Handicraft House, similar to the Trading Posts in Northern Ontario on Highway 11. Hudson’s Bay blankets and jackets, Indian crafts and jewellery, and many other souvenirs were sold. The main attraction for the tourists were the bears that were caged in front of the store.
Ed and his wife were running a super business when, in an effort to construct a shorter and more direct highway north, the government cut off the west road going to Clarke’s Corners and built the road straight north from the old Monument Corner, once again leaving the Handicraft House ‘off the beaten path’. The Hamiltons wasted little time in relocating out of Lindsay Township to an old barn 6 miles north of Wiarton on the highway – the 3rd Handicraft House on the peninsula. The Hamiltons died many years ago, but we are sure they would be proud and happy if they could see the progress made by the new owners.
 The 2nd Handicraft House at Clarke’s Corners was sold by the Hamiltons in the mid-1960’s to Henry Franklin “Frank” Clarke of Strathroy who carried out major renovations. A liquor referendum in 1965 cleared the way for him to obtain a licence for a restaurant which he opened in May 1967. The new business, Colonel Clarke’s Tavern, was not named for the original owner of the site, Colonel Hamilton. Rather, it was named for the Clarke’s family’s dog, Colonel. As a footnote, Frank Clarke passed away suddenly at his home in Wardsville on Friday, 28 October 2005, at the age of 82.
The business was again sold in 1986 to Roy and Arlene Blais of Tobermory who operated the tavern until Roy passed away in 2003.
In October 2005, Colonel Clarke’s was purchased by Joe and Monika Lindlau of Wiarton. The property needed major updating and renovations and the name was changed to “Colonel Clarke’s Country Inn”. The establishment was re-opened 20 May 2006 as a family restaurant.#
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I AM NOT ALONE!
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect is in the process
of starting informal chat sessions for those
who find themselves alone or lonely.
– ALL WELCOME –
Starting 10:00 a.m. 7 September 2006
and every Thursday in September
To share thoughts, feelings and concerns with others
who have been in similar situations.
Please call 519-793-3781 to register.
(leave a message if necessary)
Or email us at:
seniorsconnect@amtelecom.net
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September is
Arthritis Month
Canvassing will be starting the first of September in Wiarton, Lion’s Head, Tobermory and area’s in between.
For Information, Call
Shirley Johnstone – Tobermory: 519-795-7424
Barb Grison – Lion’s Head: 519-793-4185
Kristyne McBean – Wiarton and BPSC Office: 519-793-3781
It is important to support our Associations,
but it is also important to notify our community
that this is going on!
1717 2nd Ave. E.
Suite 210B
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6V4
519-372-0060
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BRUCE PENINSULA SENIORS CONNECT
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Mondays
will continue to be
Rug Hooking with
Holly McLay.
Please call Holly at
519-793-6189
to join.
ALL WELCOME
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Wednesdays
Coffee Connection
Look below for notices of up coming activities in conjunction with the usual coffee group.
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Thursdays
I AM NOT
ALONE!
Chat Group
See notice elsewhere in the newsletter.
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Fridays
movie day
See notice elsewhere in the newsletter.
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6 September
Guest Speaker
Barbara Fox
Alzheimer Society
of Grey-Bruce
See notice elsewhere
in the newsletter.
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13 September
“Lunch with Pat”
Coffee Connection
will be going to lunch at
Pat Horner’s.
If you need a ride, please call the office at 519-793-3781
to arrange.
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20 September
Coffee Connection
will be hosting the
Alzheimer’s Coffee Break.
Any and all proceeds will be going to the Grey-Bruce Association.
Please come and enjoy coffee and conversation and support our local Alzheimer’s Society.
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22 September
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect will be conducting a
“Volunteer Workshop”
This workshop will be open to Seniors, Youth and interested persons
who would consider volunteering.
This workshop will consist of information about volunteering, training, orientation,
and is being offered through Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect.
Volunteers are in great demand on the Bruce Peninsula in many capacities.
This will be an open workshop – please call 519-793-3781 and register, as space is limited.
(Leave a message if necessary)
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FRIDAY’S
AT 10
movie day
The movies will some travel logs
supplied by the Library
and individual DVD's
of good taste and interest.
Please call 519-793-7381
to reserve a spot.
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– Note of Interest for Those Who Feel the Need –
SENIOR DRIVER REFRESHER COURSE
Information and Telephone Contact is available in the
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect Office. |
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— OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST —
— HAPPENING IN SEPTEMBER —
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9 September
Community Living will be hosting a
Trail Ride
at Ross Trasks of Sauble Beach.
This is a fund raiser for the
Community Living Clients of our
area.
For a fun day and more
information,
please contact the
Wiarton Office at 519-534-0553.
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12 & 19 September
Local Health Integration Network
Public forums will be held on Tuesday, 12 September at
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Owen Sound, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
and on Tuesday, 19 September at
The Meeting Place in Wiarton, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
To register for either of these Community Forums,
please call Debbie at this toll-free number
1-866-294-5446.
COME AND PARTICIPATE AND HAVE A VOICE
This forum will be regarding the new proposal to our Health Care!
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15 - 16 September
Annual Wiarton Fall Fair
Starts at 7:00 p.m. Friday and continues at 9:00 a.m. Saturday.
The Parade starts at 11:15 a.m. Saturday at the Ball Diamond,
proceeds onto Main St. at the Co-op, along Main St. to the Post Office
and back to the Park.
The Arena is the place to be for most of the activities.
Let’s support the Agriculture of the area.
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30 September
Cape Chin North Road – Fund raiser for Area Youth
From 5:00 p.m. – ?:00 at Cape Chin Connection Country Inn.
It will be a Barn Dance with music, fun and food.
Please contact one of the numbers below
Cape Chin Inn: 519-795-7525 – Pottery By Ben: 519-795-7510
Aromatica: 519-795-7259 – Fox Hollow Farm: 519-592-5814
Cape Chin North Road Association graciously hosted a fundraiser for
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect and raised funds to make it possible
for us to purchase equipment for our Office.
Again to Cape Chin North – a great thanks.
This fund raiser is being selected for youth:
AS AGE IS REVERENT – SO BE YOUTH!
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A “jiffy” is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second.
A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.
An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain.
There are more chickens than people in the world.
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