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NOVEMBER 2020
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BranTford-Brant Offers Many
Licensed Childcare Programs
“High quality Early Childhood
licensed child care is right here...”
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BranTford-Brant Offers Many Licensed Childcare Programs
“High quality Early Childhood licensed child care is right here...”
BRANT CHILDCARE SUPERVISORS NETWORK • Parent Co-operative Preschool Programs “We are grateful to our Early Childhood Educators, child
• Play to Learn Child Care Programs care workers, and all staff working with children in Brant.
High quality Early Childhood licensed child care is right • Reggio-inspired Child Care Programs We are proud of the important work they do every day and
here in your very own community. In Brantford/Brant we the essential role they play in teaching and nurturing the
have many licensed child care centres, multiple school-age lives of our youngest learners. On October 22, we joined
programs and one agency offering home child care services the communities across Canada to recognize not only their
for children from birth to 12 years of age. dedication and commitment but the valuable contribution
Child Cares are licensed by the Ministry of Education who they make to children, their families and our community.
inspects them to ensure they meet specific provincial health “Kathy Dickens, Director of Program Support and Children’s
and safety and developmental standards. Services, Health and Human Services, City of Brantford.
Each program is unique but they have commonalities. RECE’s are members of the College of Early Childhood
Each program is guided by How Does Learning Happen, Educators. As professional they are committed to and are
Ontario Pedagogy for Early Years. Delivering programs guided by their Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
where trusting relationships are built through meaningful For those who are reading this article and are considering
interactions with families is the key. It is also the foundation Many parents are now asking important questions about the a career in the early childhood field for early learning
to creating environments that allow children to have fun by safety and welfare of their children as they consider putting professionals in Brant at www.professionallearninghub.ca.
providing interesting and engaging activities while learning them into early learning programs. This is understandable.
For parents who are looking for licensed child care options
in safe and nurturing spaces. Children are accepted for who This is what the child care community is doing to support
www.onelistbrantfordbrant.ca is an online registration
they are, make friends and programs have responsive staff the health and well-being the children who are attending
system that allows parents to search for licensed child care
who see them as capable, competent and rich in potential. these programs.
programs for their children birth to 12 years. Also available
Research shows that high quality learning environments • Following Health and Safety protocols Brant County at this site is information about financial assistance for
support young children’s well-being and appropriate child Health Unit https://www.bchu.org and the Ministry families and information on licensed centre-based care and
development. Programs offered in our community are of Education http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/new/ licensed home child care programs.
diverse which allows for options for families to investigate new.html
and choose from. Included are licensed programs in: Loris Malaguzzi, known for his role in development of
• Carefully observing the environment and children’s Reggio Emilia schools said this of Early Learning Educators:
• Before and After School Programs involvement to make sure that materials are being
“Our task is to help children communicate with the world
• Francophone Child Care Programs used to support children’s interests and learning
using all their potential strengths and languages and to
• Home Child Care Programs overcome any obstacle presented by our culture.” Each year,
• Adjusting the program to include more outside
• Indigenous Child Care Programs program planning you can celebrate with them on October 22, 2020, National
• Montessori Child Care Programs Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. ”
• Ensuring that children experience positive social
relationships within their cohort group and teachers
October 22, 2020 was Child Care Worker and Early
Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. We celebrate the
work of Early Childhood Educators, knowing the importance
of the early years in children’s lives. We recognize how
important early learning professionals are in the lives of
children and families, to continue their work and providing
enriching programs. During times of Covid, these
professionals have had to change the way that they do their
programming to ensure children’s safety and well-being.
While childcare may look slightly different, early learning
professionals are ensuring that the goal is still the same…
children have opportunities to learn and flourish in enriching
environments that challenge and excite them towards
lifelong learning.
right: Sharon Brooks, Kids Can Fly putting sign at a Child Care
Centre to show appreciation for Early Learning Professionals
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Let’s protect each other Brant!
Thank-you for doing your part by:
• Physical distancing
• ✓Wearing a face covering when visiting enclosed public places or
when physical distancing may be difficult
• ✓Washing your hands often
We are in this together.
For information on County of Brant programs & services connect with us today!
Visit brant.ca/COVID19 • Follow us EDQ @BrantCommunity
Email info@brant.ca • Phone 519-44BRANT (2-7268)
to step outside your home, place of business or place the Brant County Health Unit, on October 27, 2020.
of learning and “Look Up and Remember” as vintage
I’d like to start by updating the ongoing outbreaks in
airplanes including the Lancaster, orbit our city in
Brant. Last week, outbreaks were declared at Penmarvian
remembrance. The City of Brantford extends our gratitude
Retirement Home and Riverview Terrace Retirement
to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum for including
Home.
our community in their efforts to touch thousands of
people in the Golden Horseshoe area during the COVID-19 The outbreak at Penmarvian Retirement Home was
Pandemic. declared over yesterday, as the test associated with the
affected staff member was found to be a false positive.
Virtual Remembrances
An outbreak at Riverview Terrace Retirement Home was
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1. Throughout the day, the City of Brantford will upload
COMMUNITY NEWS & MEDIA RELEASES
declared after a staff and resident tested positive. As per
a series of videos to the City of Brantford Facebook
outbreak protocols, all staff and residents at this facility
page at https://www.facebook.com/CityofBrantford/
will be tested. As of today, we have not discovered any
showcasing past Remembrance Day clips, as well as
additional positives.
present-day dignitaries, organizations and emergency
A PUBLIC SERVICE FROM BSCENE return the building to a community use. Unfortunately,
service personnel as they lay wreaths in remembrance at The outbreak at Hardy Terrace Long-Term Care Home is
due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this work has been put
the Cenotaph. still ongoing. No additional positives in staff or residents
For updates regarding the County of on hold. However, we look forward to moving forward on
have been found.
these plans in the coming months.” 2. Brant Museum & Archives – Virtual Series – “Archival
Brant’s COVID-19 programs & services:
The Government of Canada, through the Historic Sites Discoveries” is an online show that features an episode on For the week ending on October 25, we saw 20 cases
and Monuments Board of Canada, recognizes significant the creation of the Brant County War Memorial. To view, locally. This was the second-most cases in a week Brant
link www.brant.ca/COVID-19 persons, places, and events that have shaped our country residents are encouraged to visit http://brantmuseum. has seen since the pandemic began. Again, we continue
as one way of helping Canadians connect with their past. ca/adult-programming/archival-discoveries/. The to see a concerning trend of positive cases having many
Remembrance Day Series topics for the month of contacts. There were also seven cases last week where
For updates regarding the City of To view all designated national historic sites in Canada, November will include. our investigation could not identify the source of the
Brantford’s programs and services visit: visit https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs. infection and were therefore suspected to be community
· November 5th – Brant County War Memorial Association
For more information about The Bawcutt Centre, visit spread.
· November 12th – Letters of Ray Reeves during WWII
link brantford.ca/Covid-19 www.brant.ca/TheBawcuttCentre. As I stated previously, residents need to keep close
· November 19th – Letters of the Betts Brothers during contact with only those in their own households, as much
City of Brantford Announces Modified Plans for WWI as possible. This does not mean that you cannot see those
“Former Paris Town Hall Designated as a National Remembrance Day 2020 outside of your own household, you just must simply keep
“While we are not able to gather in person the way
Historic Site Submitted Media Release two metres of distance between yourselves. You should
we normally do on Remembrance Day this year, it is
Submitted Media Release also consider wearing a face covering if your visit will
Remembrance Day has always been a special day when my sincere hope that residents will still find time this
be indoors. If any symptoms consistent with COVID-19
The County of Brant is pleased to announce the former the community could gather together to pay tribute to the November 11th to remember and reflect on the sacrifice
develop, residents should isolate immediately and get
Paris Old Town Hall - Bawcutt Centre will be designated courage and sacrifice of those who served and continued of the brave men and women who have so honourably
tested as soon as possible.
as a national historic site through Parks Canada and the to serve our country during times of war, military conflict, represented our community and nation,” said Brantford
Government of Canada. The building, now known as The and peace. Due to the COVID-19 gathering restrictions that Mayor Kevin Davis. “I know that like me, many in our I also want to highlight to residents the importance of
Bawcutt Centre, is located at 13 Burwell Street in Paris. need to remain in place at this time, 2020 Remembrance community take great pride in the legacy of courage, getting a flu shot this year. By getting a flu shot, residents
Day services have been adapted to ensure the safety of tenacity, and accomplishment of all those who have are taking all the precautions they can to prevent severe
“We are so pleased to learn the former Paris Town Hall
our residents while providing opportunities on November served.” outcomes that influenza sometimes brings. Preventing
will be designated as a national historic site,” said Mayor
11th to remember, with respect and gratitude, those these severe outcomes enables our system to have as
David Bailey. “This designation helps to ensure the The City of Brantford is grateful for the efforts of
who served our nation. While Remembrance Day will be much capacity as it can to manage COVID-19 related
preservation and improvement of an incredible part of those who have assisted in organizing the 2020 Civic
acknowledged differently this year, the City encourages issues. The flu vaccine helps reduce strain in our hospitals
the County of Brant’s history. This building and location Remembrance Day Service, including various veterans’
residents to honour our veterans safely. and intensive care units and helps prevent transmission
represent important stories from our community’s past groups, community organizations, the 56th Field Artillery
and outbreaks from happening. That’s something
and its people.” Outlined below are modified ways in which the City and Regiment, Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, Brant
especially important as we are using a great deal of
community will pay our respects to acknowledge the Museum & Archives, Brantford City Council, City of
Built in 1854, the former town hall is a rare Canadian resources in our fight against COVID-19.
sacrifice of our nation’s veterans: Brantford and County of Brant staff, our local MP, MPP and
example of a civic building in the Gothic Revival-style. It
Legions. The Brant County Health Unit has launched an online
is distinguished by the presence of medieval architectural 1. November 10th 6:00 p.m. – November 11th 7:00 a.m.: booking system for appointment-based community flu
details, including the magnificent wooden structure of the Overnight Lighting Display at the Brant County War In addition to wearing a poppy on November 11th, in
shot clinics. These clinics had been in our plans for quite
large hall on its second floor. It served as a combined town Memorial (Corner of Dalhousie St. & Brant Ave.) – The accordance with the City of Brantford mandatory face
some time as we had anticipated a greater demand for
hall and market, similar to other buildings of this type public is invited to drive by within these hours to view the covering by-law, residents may wish to show their support
the flu shot this year. The clinics are being held November
built in Canada during the second half of the 19th century, light display. by purchasing a Poppy Mask from the Canadian Legion at
6 and 7 at the Brant Sports Complex on Powerline
which were inspired by British examples from the late https://www.poppystore.ca/.
2. November 11th beginning at 10:45 a.m.: 2020 National Road in Paris and on November 13 and 20 at Woodman
18th and early 19th centuries.
Remembrance Day Ceremony – Conducted live at Community Centre in Brantford. For more information
“I offer my gratitude and thanks to all those involved who the National War Memorial in Ottawa, residents are Local Update from Dr. Elizabeth Urbantke - about the community clinics and to book an appointment,
have helped preserve this historic building over the years. encouraged to watch the ceremony via Facebook Live at October 27, 2020 I’d ask residents to visit our website.
The recognition supports the ongoing efforts made by https://www.facebook.com/CanadianLegion/ Submitted Media Release
Again, getting a flu shot is yet another way that we can
many people to protect and appreciate our fascinating
3. November 11th within the time frame of 11:20 a.m. Below is a transcribed version of the statement made by continue to do our part and look out for our community.
history in the County,” said Mayor Bailey. “We look forward
-11:35 a.m.: Weather permitting, residents are encouraged Dr. Elizabeth Urbantke, Acting Medical Officer of Health of
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Date Event name Location Start Time Category
Nov. 1 - 6 Decorated Christmas Boughs for Sale (Paris Optimist Club) 519.442.4510 or blankend@rogers.com to order Community
Nov. 1 - 29 Paul Kneal - Recycling Exhibit Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant The Arts
Sun. Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Karaoke with The Sandman Marvelous Lounge 07:00 PM Entertainment
Tues. Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 Brant Fly Tyers and Fly Fishers Group Meeting Brant Rod & Gun Club 06:00 PM Education
Tues. Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 Karaoke with The Sandman Marvelous Lounge 07:00 PM Entertainment
Thurs. Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 Fish & Chips Knights Hall 04:00 PM Community
Thurs. Nov. 5 - Dec. 10 Little String Orchestra - Registration Hellenic Community Centre 06:00 PM Education
Thurs. Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 Karaoke with The Sandman Marvelous Lounge 07:00 PM Entertainment
Thurs. Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 Thursday Trivia Nights (County of Brant Public Library) https://crowd.live/EH3CA 07:30 PM Entertainment
Monday, November 2 Office in a Flash (basics of Word, Excel & PowerPoint) - reg. by Nov. 2, Mon. Nov. 9 - Dec. 2 reg. by calling 519.304.8224 or email info@brantskillscentre.org Education
Tuesday, November 3 Brant Fly Tyers and Fly Fishers Group Meeting Brant Rod & Gun Club 06:00 PM Education
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8867&backTo=Calendar&start-
Tuesday, November 3 Brant Writes: Memoir Writing (County of Brant Public Library) 07:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8926&backTo=Calendar&start-
Wednesday, November 4 Together We Read: Book Discussion (County of Brant Public Library) 07:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
Wednesday, November 4 Paris Horticultural Society’s Meeting w Marilyn Cornwell Paris Fairgrounds 07:30 PM Education
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8873&backTo=Calendar&start-
Wednesday, November 4 Crafting with Kelly: Mason Jar Candle Holder (County of Brant Public Library) 8:00 AM Education
Date=2020/11/01
Thursday, November 5 Planning for Special Occasions Workshop (Brant Skills Centre) reg. by calling 519.340.8224 or email info@brantskillscentre.org 12:30 PM Education
Friday, November 6 First Friday with Author Ed Bernacki Grace Gallery 05:30 PM Education
Saturday, November 7 Monument and Memorial Walk Jubilee Terrace Park (in front of Brantford Armouries) 10:30 AM Education
Tuesday, November 10 Kiwanis Paris-Brant Meeting w Craig & Jennifer Snow Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 (Paris) 05:30 PM Education
Tuesday, November 10 Brant Fly Tyers and Fly Fishers Group Meeting Brant Rod & Gun Club 06:00 PM Education
Tuesday, November 10 Financial Literacy Month Workshops & Courses - Personal Finance Course (Tues. Nov. 10-Dec.15) reg. by calling 519.304.8224 or email info@brantskillscentre.org 06:00 PM Education
Tuesday, November 10 Overnight Lighting Display for Remembrance Day Brant County War Memorial (corner of Dalhousie St. & Brant Ave.) 06:00 PM Community
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8868&backTo=Calendar&start-
Tuesday, November 10 Brant Writes: Creative Non-Fiction (County of Brant Public Library) 07:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
Wednesday, November 11 2020 National Remembrance Day Ceremony https://www.facebook.com/CanadianLegion/ 10:45 AM Community
Wednesday, November 11 Look Up and Remember (vintage airplanes orbit our city in remembrance) 11:20 AM Community
Saturday, November 14 Christmas with Mattman & Track Release Virtual Party https://fb.me/e/2OYa7mph4 04:30 PM Entertainment
Sunday, November 15 Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul with John Philip Newell register @ http://fiveoaks.on.ca/program-schedule/6306/sacred-earth-sacred-soul/ 02:30 PM Education
Tuesday, November 17 Financial Literacy Month Workshops & Courses - Shopping Your Pantry Workshop register by calling 519.304.8224 or email info@brantskillscentre.org 01:00 PM Education
Tuesday, November 17 Brant Fly Tyers and Fly Fishers Group Meeting Brant Rod & Gun Club 06:00 PM Education
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8869&backTo=Calendar&start-
Tuesday, November 17 Brant Writes: Layout and Structure (County of Brant Public Library) 07:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8874&backTo=Calendar&start-
Wednesday, November 18 Crafting with Kelly: Envelope Advent Calendar (County of Brant Public Library) 8:00 AM Education
Date=2020/11/01
reg. @ http://fiveoaks.on.ca/program-schedule/6355/volunteer-work-day/ - Five Oaks Education &
Wednesday, November 18 Volunteer Day at Five Oaks 9:00 AM Community
Retreat Centre
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8925&backTo=Calendar&start-
Wednesday, November 18 Bone Health (County of Brant Public Library) 02:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
Sunday, November 22 Printmaking - Card-Making Workshop (adults) Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant 01:00 PM Education
register @ http://fiveoaks.on.ca/program-schedule/6353/skylight-online-event-safe-hands-zoom-
Sunday, November 22 “Skylight OnLine” Event - ‘Safe Hands’ Zoom Workshop w Theatre of the Beat 07:00 PM Education
workshop-with-theatre-of-the-beat/
Tuesday, November 24 Virtual Book Club (County of Brant Public Library) 02:00 PM Education
Tuesday, November 24 Brant Fly Tyers and Fly Fishers Group Meeting Brant Rod & Gun Club 06:00 PM Education
reg. @ http://brantlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8870&backTo=Calendar&start-
Tuesday, November 24 Brant Writes: Creative Fiction (County of Brant Public Library) 07:00 PM Education
Date=2020/11/01
Wednesday, November 25 Occupational Health and Safety Training (Wed. & Fri. 1:00-3:30pm Nov. 25 - Dec. 11) reg. by calling 519.758.1664 or email elisha@brantskillscentre.org 01:00 PM Education
Wednesday, November 25 Treasured Times History of Local Events (County of Brant Public Library) 03:00 PM Education
Wednesday, November 25 Artists in Conversation Series present Amy Sky - LOVE PAIN AND THE WHOLE DAME THING Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts 08:00 PM Entertainment
Friday, November 27 An Exploration Into Brantford’s Opioid Epidemic Brantford Public Library (Main Branch) 02:00 PM The Arts
Friday, November 27 Wisdom and Self-Compassion with Helen Butlin register at http://fiveoaks.on.ca/program-schedule/6319/wisdom-and-self-compassion/ evening Education
Friday, November 27 Cory Mercer 2 Rivers 06:00 PM Entertainment
Friday, November 27 Altitude Coffee presents Online Trivia For a Cure in support of CRFC register at https://curechm.ca/trivia-night-registration/ 08:30 PM Community
Saturday, November 28 Holiday Bake Sale (P/U, pre-order by Nov. 21) Bell Homestead National Historic Site 9:00 AM Community
Saturday, November 28 Driven to Abstraction (adults, & Sun. Nov. 29) Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant (Coach House) 10:00 AM Education
Saturday, November 28 An Exploration Into Brantford’s Opioid Epidemic Brantford Public Library (Main Branch) 02:00 PM The Arts
Sunday, November 29 An Exploration Into Brantford’s Opioid Epidemic Brantford Public Library (Main Branch) 02:00 PM The Arts
Monday, November 30 The Northlander Gathering Place by the Grand 07:00 PM Entertainment
Saturday, December 5 Adventures in Memoir Writing (adults, & Sun. Dec. 6) Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant (Coach House) 01:30 PM Education
Saturday, December 5 Christmas Candlelight Tours Bell Homestead National Historic Site 05:00 PM Community
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BSCENE FOOD SCENE
Have a Tasty Day; Welcome to the Brantford Farmers’ Market
RENEE VANDERHARST
In downtown Brantford there is an unassuming
green building. Two days a week it is bursting
with flavour, friendly faces, and a community of
people with a genuine desire to not only feed
Photos: Jason Freeze except where noted.
people, but to nourish them.
The Branford Farmers’ Market has been in
existence since 1848. It was up on the Market
Square until 1965 when it was moved to the
current location at 79 Icomm Drive. Bruce
Jacobson, the Market Manager, who sounds and acts like a proud Papa, will gladly brag
about the variety of quality merchants they host and the many offerings that can be found
within. The market has 30 vendors; seven butchers, two cheesemongers, two bakers, pandemic, keeping their dollars in the hands of the growers and makers that need the
pastry chefs, several produce vendors, a honey and maple syrup vendor, gourmet kettle support most at this time. It’s a wonderful thing to see and be a part of.
corn, fine herbs, Avon, hand made crafts and more. There are chocolates, roasted nuts and
nut butters, farm fresh dairy and eggs, and flavours from the Mediterranean, Asia, and Latin Throughout the past few months, the Brantford Farmers’ Market and their vendors have
America. All of these foods are made with care, authentically. You can pick up fresh dishes had to adapt and find new ways to serve their community. Many of the merchants started
or grab frozen entrees to enjoy later in the week if you find yourself unable to pick just one doing home deliveries and continue still. There is currently a maximum of 50 shoppers
option (which is often the case). allowed in at a time, and those working the door are happy to greet you with a smile (from
behind their mask). It's also very impressive to note that, despite Covid-19 and the negative
Some of the booths in the market are staples – businesses and families that have been impact it’s had on many small businesses, the market is at full capacity; 30 vendors – all
there for decades. Longest serving is Huzul Meat and Deli, famous for their kielbasa. They dedicated to serving our community.
are celebrating 100 years in business this year and they've been part of the market for
around 80 years. Jensen’s Cheese, Dan the Mushroom Man, and Carl’s Choice Meats have If you are a regular or semi regular patron, thank you for your support. If you were a
all celebrated big milestones as well. Some of the newest additions the market can boast regular, and you are unable to shop the market for the time being, they look forward to
are Townsend Butchers, they carry everything from beef and chicken, to bison and elk. The welcoming you back. If you have never explored the market before, now is a great time to
Asian Place does sushi and beautiful prepared Asian dishes. Oddfellow Coffee Roasters has experience it for the first time.
gained a good following from those that appreciate a great cup of coffee, Catering by Chris
is making a great impression, and cheers to the Villa Nova Estate Winery for joining the The Brantford Farmers’ Market is open:
market family (their rose is quite nice).
Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Every time I shop the Brantford Farmers’ Market I am impressed by the variety and the Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
quality of the merchants and their goods. While I have my personal list of “go-to” treats, I
You can also visit them on Facebook at @brantfordfarmersmarket to see what the vendors
always find something new and tantalizing. I am also equally delighted by the shoppers.
You can sense that, for many of the regulars, the shopping trip to the market is more than are up to and see what’s new.
an errand – it’s part of their weekly routine and ritual. There are seniors, parent’s pushing
strollers, post secondary students that call downtown Brantford home – a true collection
of the fabric that is our community. Jacobson shares that, while they are missing a fair , 79 Icomm Dr., Brantford
number of their regular shoppers because of Covid-19, they are also experiencing an influx
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of new shoppers – those that are discovering the local market for the first time during this
2020 Photo: Bruce Jacobson
2019
Photo: Jason Freeze
2018 2019 2020
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RAK Day 2020: Combating Covid with Kindness small gesture can mean so much to someone who is struggling during this challenging
time.”
Rob Nagy, Chair of the Foundation’s Random Act of Kindness Day Committee, said
“bullying is another serious concern the committee is addressing in its plans for
link brantcommunityfoundation.ca November 6th. The ugly side of social media is having serious negative impacts on the
facebook brantcommunityfoundation mental health of vulnerable children in our local schools. Getting kids to understand the
power of kindness is the place to start, to end bullying of any kind.”
Combating COVID with Kindness is a goal
of Random Act of Kindness Day 2020. On The Random Act of Kindness Committee is encouraging citizens of all ages to be a part
Friday, November 6th, The Brant Community of Random Act of Kindness Day by doing a simple act of kindness for someone else.
Foundation will once again sponsor the Their message is, that COVID and bullying can be easier to cope with, when you are
annual event in Brantford, County of part of a community that promotes kindness and caring.
Brant, Six Nations of the Grand River and
• Call a friend or family member who is feeling lonely or isolated
Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
• Hold the door open for someone else
Random Act of Kindness Day promotes • Send a hand-written card to a someone you have not connected with
the performance of good deeds that build recently
better communities. Joanne Lewis, • Give a sincere, honest compliment
Executive Director of the Brant Community • Tell a child you know that you are proud of them
Foundation sees plans for this year’s event, • Pay for the coffee for the person behind you in the Tim Horton’s drive
as more important than plans any other through
in the 11-year history of Random Act of
• Make a donation to a local charity
Kindness Day in the Brantford area. “There
• Ask the person serving you, how their day is going
is no one in our local communities that has
• Let someone go ahead of you in the grocery queue
not been negatively effected in some way
• Send “thinking of you” flowers or chocolates to a friend
by COVID-19. Everyone reacts differently
to stressful situations,” said Lewis. “The • Donate clothing to a thrift shop and leave a “happy note” in a pocket
emotional and financial impact that some • Rake your neighbours leaves
people are experiencing as a result of the • Thank your staff for doing a good job
pandemic has increased the need for even • Smile
more sincere expressions of kindness. A
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BSCENE MUSIC SCENE
Looking
‘Behind the
Music Scene’
Photos: Heidi Hopf
through synchronization opportunities. “It’s very exciting to daydream about watching a movie and
hearing my song playing in the background,” said Strei. He also commented on his new “EP” project
Annabelle that is currently in the works. “I usually write with a mix of reflection and narration, with
the intent of being relatable, but this EP is intensely personal with the purpose of telling a story.”
Submitted Photo
Although there isn’t a release date set, Strei is full steam ahead producing and polishing material.
Dave Dodds Jr.
Dodds has become a musical fairy godfather of sorts through this pandemic. In
the beginning, he jumped in to assist at McGonagalls Pub and brought us
nightly live streams from local musicians, and was sure the musician's
received pay for their efforts. He has organized Feedstival at The Knights
of Columbus featuring Greenwaters, Cody James Wood, Joey Vinegar,
Monique Hunsley, Checkerboard Floors, and Fifth Temple. Feedstival
not only gave us a much needed night of live music but also raised
HEIDI HOPF $888.00 for the Brantford Food Bank. That all being done, this man
is not finished yet! He has started a merchandising business that
facebook HeidiHopfJournalism
caters to musicians to get their merch produced and available to
the public. Fifty percent of all profits go directly to the musicians.
Unfortunately we had a misprint of Sept's article for last month's Music Scene. While we Dodds commented, “This site is meant to be a platform that
try and scour the paper before we print, inevitably mistakes can happen. So our apologies allows creative people to continue to be creative while
to the musicians, author and our readers. We hope you'll enjoy the real version of the we work together.” It’s great to see a member of our
article this month! community finding so many ways to support our
beloved music scene. You can find merch from many
These last few months have seemed to somehow drag and fly by all at the same time. Although it
local bands and businesses at fatdave.ca.
may seem as though the music scene has gone into hibernation great things have been happening
behind the scenes. Here are just a few. It sure was a slower summer than most of us are used to but
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rest assured progress was still being made. I have no doubt within
Innersha
the next few months we will see a surge of new music flying our way
With the cool weather upon us, Innersha has ensured that we have a little feeling of summer into from all of our favourite artists. By next spring I’m sure many new events
the fall months with their new single “Beautiful Day.” The single was released on all streaming will have been planned that we wouldn’t have had otherwise. So as we go into fall and
platforms at the end of August and is quickly gaining momentum. Innersha recorded the single things start to get a bit tighter socially and we start to really miss live music or miss going out on
at Jukasa Media Group, and give special thanks to the many people that contributed to the track. the town as often, try and take solace in all the things that are being created during this time that will
Kristen Bezemer commented on what the track means to her. “Beautiful Day was inspired by a be waiting for you come Spring! In the meantime, let's be sure to get on Bandcamp or musician's
perfect summer day in websites and purchase music and merchandise from our local artists. As well as streaming their
paradise. The skies are blue, albums on our preferred platform. Everyone from musicians to venue owners are taking a major hit
the sun is shining and life is this year and are watching their industry dwindle. So let's make sure we do what we can to keep the
full of endless possibilities.” music alive within our community.
With grey days ahead having
a fresh track like this could
come in handy!
Chris Strei
Strei has definitely made
the most of the musical
hibernation by being signed
with Winding Way Records.
Even though Strei has had
success with his album The
Moonshine previously self-
released through ChevyCat
Music, being signed with
Winding Way Records has
opened a new world of
possibilities for his music.
Photo: Jason Freeze
Most exciting of which is the
Submitted Photo
chance to expose his music
to the world of television
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Help us grow our seed library!
LAURA EADIE
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The County of Brant Public Library is launching a Seed Library!
Before we start “sowing” seeds next spring, we need the
community’s help to “grow” our inventory. A Seed Library is a
space where library patrons can collect free fruit, vegetable,
flower, and herb seeds to grow in their gardens. Use your County
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of Brant Public Library card to borrow seed packets, plant the
seeds in your garden, watch them grow, then save your seeds
and donate them back to the Library at the end of the growing
season! You’ll find our new Seed Library growing at our Scotland-
Oakland Branch.
Donate your seeds from leftover flowers, vegetables, fruits, or Need some tips on seed saving or gardening? Our librarians are
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of the County of Brant Public Library.You can also read
