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February 12th 2026
Bradley Mottashed
February 12, 2026
☀️ Hello Norfolk! ☀️
This week in Norfolk, we’ve got a little bit of everything. From the legendary Wampus Kat roaming our rural backroads to a delectable Valentine’s recipe worth making, plus new local job postings and the launch of our VIP Real Estate & Mortgage Group, there’s plenty to dig into. Whether you’re here for mystery, opportunity, or something sweet, you’re in the right place.
Lets get to it.
-Brad
Ps. Dinner Club is coming back. Will you be there? Stay tuned….
WAMPUS KAT
Tucked between farm fields, swampy backroads, and small-town legend, Norfolk has long been home to stories that blur the line between folklore and fun. While the world whispers about monsters in distant lakes and snowy mountains, locals know there’s something a little closer to home — a creature said to roam the rural edges of the county and spark one of its most unique traditions. Read the full STORY HERE.
REAL ESTATE
🏡 The VIP Real Estate & Mortgage Group
A private email group for Insider readers who want a smarter edge with real estate and mortgages.
What it is:
- A separate, invite-only email list (not part of the regular Norfolk Insider)
- Focused only on real estate, mortgages, and local market moves
- No spam. No sales blasts. Just useful, timely info
What you’ll get:
- 🧠 Early insights on rates, renewals, and financing
- 📉 Plain-English breakdowns of what’s actually happening locally
- 🏠 Heads-up on opportunities before they hit the wider public
- 🔎 Behind-the-scenes context you won’t see in headlines
- 📅 Smart timing advice: when to wait, when to move, when to lock in
Why join:
- Real estate decisions are too expensive to guess at
- Timing and structure often matter more than price
- It’s better to be in the know than reacting after the fact
- This is written for real people, not industry insiders
Who it’s for:
- Homeowners coming up for renewal
- Buyers thinking “maybe this year?”
- Investors watching for the right moment
- Anyone who wants clarity, not noise
👉 Joining is free. Leaving is easy.
If real estate or your mortgage matters to you, this list is worth being on.
Sign up with a SINGLE CLICK of YES below.
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HAPPENINGS
Thursday February 12th, 2026
🚜 Simcoe Farmers Market | 8:00am | Grandstands @ the Fairgrounds | Come for the produce, stay because you ran into five people you know | More
🪑 Sit and Fit | 12:00pm | Waterford Legion | Exercise but make it comfy | More
🎤 Karaoke | 7:30pm | 211 Main | Come brave, leave iconic | More
Friday February 13th, 2026
♠️ Catch the Ace Delhi Special | Port Dover Legion | Feelin' lucky? | More
♠️ Catch The Ace Rotary Club of Simcoe | 4:30pm | Simcoe Legion | Feelin' lucky, Norfolk? | More
🎥 Kid's Night Out | 5:00pm | Spectrum Gymnastics | Drop-off joy, pick-up smiles | More
🍗 Wings at Teeterville Legion | 5:00pm | The Wagner Memorial, Teeterville Legion Branch 526 | Saucy decisions will be made | More
🎉 Friday the 13th Dover Party | 6:00pm | Port Dover Legion | Good luck never looked this fun | More
🂧 Progressive Euchre | 7:00pm | The Wagner Memorial, Teeterville Legion Branch 526 | Where friendships are tested | More
🍫 Chocolate BINGO | 7:00pm | Riversyde 83 | Bingo never tasted so good | More
🎶 Connor Gains | 7:30pm | 211 Main | Live music | More
🎶 Bad Neighbours | 7:30pm | Capitol 33 | Live music | More
🎙️ Eric Clapton | 7:30pm | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | Slowhand, fast goosebumps | More
🥳 Lara's 40th Pub Night for Hospice | 8:00pm | Waterford Old Town Hall | Cheers to 40 years and a great cause | More
Saturday February 14th, 2026
⛸️ FREE Community Skates | 3:00pm | Port Dover Arena | Lace up and glide in | More
🛍️ Silver Lake Market | 8:00am | Silver Lake Park | Get all your market needs! | More
🐶 Puppy Adoption and Donation Day | 10:00am | RONA Simcoe | Warning: you may leave with a best friend | More
🧀 Cheese Making Workshop | 10:00am | Generations Marketplace | Grate things are about to happen | More
🥍 Try Lacrosse FREE | 1:00pm | Simcoe Recreation Centre | Give it a shot, literally | More
🥶 Freeze Drying Class | 1:00pm | Generations Marketplace | Science, but make it snackable | More
🎶 Take Two Band | 2:00pm | Live at the Lodge | Live music | More
💘 Sweetheart Valentine's Dance | 2:00pm | Rosewood Senior Living Simcoe | Free | Everyone welcome | More
🎶 Route 6 The Band | 4:00pm | Waterford Legion | Live music | More
🍿 Friends & Flicks Valentines Movie Night | 5:00pm | 103 Inverness St Caledonia, ON | $60 | Everyone welcome | More
❤️ Fabulous February Fundraiser | 5:30pm | Royal Canadian Legion #58 | $60.00 ($20.00 for dance only) | Everyone is welcome | More
🎶 The 3 Avocados | 7:30pm | 211 Main | Live music | More
🕺🏻 The Elvis Concert | 7:30pm | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | Long live the King | More
🤣 Eric Johnston Comedy Night | 9:00pm | Capitol 33 | Therapy, but cheaper and louder | More
Sunday February 15th, 2026
♠️ Catch The Ace | 5:30pm | Delhi Legion | 5 per ticket | Will you be the winner? | More
🎯 Youth Darts | 10:00am | Waterford Legion | Bring your bullseye energy | More
💍 Permanent Jewellery Day | 12:00pm | Burning Kiln Winery | The accessory you’ll never forget to wear | More
🎙️ Open Mic Jam and Karaoke | 1:00pm | Capitol 33 | Confidence sold separately | More
🎶 Hell Bent Rockers | 2:00pm | Port Dover Legion | Live music | More
🎤 Old Friends - The Songs of Simon & Garfunkel | 2:00pm | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | For the soundtrack of your soul | More
Monday February 16th, 2026
🪑 Sit and Fit | 12:00pm | Waterford Legion | Exercise but make it comfy | More
🧇 Free Family Day Breakfast | 9:00am | Waterford Lions Club | Because breakfast tastes better together | More
⛸️ Family Day Skate | 1:00pm | Waterford Ice Arena | Cold cheeks, warm hearts | More
⛸️ Free Public Skate | 2:30pm | Delhi Arena | Hot chocolate earned | More
Tuesday February 17th, 2026
🎶 Felicia McMinn | 7:00pm | Capitol/Lounge 33 | Live Music | More
Wednesday February 18th, 2026
🦐 Crawfish Boil | Turkey Point Hotel - Bar & Grill | $38/person plus HST | Bring your appetite | More
🎶 Felicia McMinn | 8:00pm | 211 Main | Live Music | More
🎯 Delhi Belgian Club Archery | 7:00pm | Delhi District Hungarian Hall | Unleash your inner Robin Hood | More
🍞 Sourdough Bread Making | 11:00am | Riversyde 83 | Patience pays… in carbs | More
🎱 Delhi Bingo | 5:00pm | Delhi Legion | BINGO! | More
COMMUNITY CORNER
This section highlights local announcements, info, and anything you think Norfolk should hear about. To have something added, email me HERE
LOCAL BUSINESS
BEST OF THE BEST
The Long Point Chamber of Commerce is in the process of nominations for the "Best of the Best" in Port Rowan. The deadline for nominations is Saturday, February 14th. CLICK HERE TO MAKE YOUR NOMINATIONS.
JOBS
Lynnwood Arts is looking for Curatorial & Events Manager, and a Director. They’ve created job postings. If you’re interested, or know someone who could be a good fit, check out the POSTINGS HERE
Valentines Recipe
Our friends at MacroNutrition Coaching are all about being healthy, but also enjoying some indulgences. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, they offered up this delectable recipe for chocolate covered strawberries. Check it out HERE
DINNER CLUB
After the success of the Norfolk Insider Dinner Club #1, we’re planning our second event! It’s hush-hush right now, but the details will be released soon. Will you be there? Stay tuned to the Norfolk Insider for details!
WEATHER
Thursday High -1°C 🌡️ Low -8°C 🌤️
Friday High 9°C 🌡️ Low -1°C 🌤️
🌡️ View current weather HERE
🚗 Check out local gas prices HERE
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