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- November 6th 2025
November 6th 2025
Bradley Mottashed
November 06, 2025
Hello Norfolk! 👋
I’m excited to share another great lineup of stories, events, and local happenings with you. Every week, we discover something new and special about Norfolk together — and this issue is full of them. Thanks for being here, and for being part of this growing community. Let’s get into it!
-Brad
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PARTNER
🌟 Community Surprise Partners Wanted!
We’re planning a series of secret “Surprise & Delight” moments across Norfolk — think free coffee for an hour, 20 families getting into a local attraction on us, or other unexpected treats that make someone’s day.
We’re looking for local businesses who want to partner on a surprise that spreads joy, builds goodwill, and gets the community talking.
Want to be part of a feel-good Norfolk moment?
Email us HERE and let’s plan a surprise!
THIS WEEK’S STORIES
 A Roaring Night of Giving: NGH Foundation’s Speakeasy Fundraiser a Smashing Success Norfolk stepped back into the 1920s as the NGH Foundation’s Speakeasy raised funds for a new specimen fridge—an unforgettable night of dancing, performances, and community spirit. Read more → |
 The Summer I Spent at the Market Melody Maier reflects on a season of Friday trips to the Port Rowan Farmers’ Market—fresh food, friendly faces, and a weekly ritual with her mom that grounded life in Norfolk. Read more → |
 The Shrubberies Bring the House Down at Wishbone Brewery A standing-room-only crowd in Waterford sang along to a high-energy afternoon set, proving once again that when The Shrubberies hit the stage, Norfolk shows up. Read more → |
 Hidden gems: Norfolk’s French connection David Gilbert traces Port Dover’s earliest French explorers and the monument that marks their winter on the Lynn—linking a 17th-century story to today’s Norfolk. Read more → |
 The Power of Friendship and Ideas Brian Humphrey on how friendship fuels ideas—and how shared encouragement can turn personal dreams into community good. Read more → |
 Film seeks to ‘spark conversation’ on homelessness in rural towns A 45-minute documentary, “Bridging Divides,” comes to Haldimand-Norfolk and area—inviting residents to discuss encampments, housing, and how communities respond. Read more → |
TICKETS
🎟️ Win Tickets: JP Riemens – Reads
JP Riemens, a celebrated Canadian singer-songwriter and storyteller, is coming to Birds Canada in Port Rowan for an intimate night of readings, music, and heartfelt storytelling. Expect an evening filled with warmth, wit, and the kind of artistry you don’t often get to experience up close.
Event Details:
📍 Birds Canada, Port Rowan
📅 November 16 • ⏰ 2–4 PM
🚗 Free parking
Want to go for free? Visit our Spin-to-Win page and spin the wheel for your chance to win a pair of tickets!
HAPPENINGS
Kick off the holiday season with us at Ryerse’s! 🎄
Join us for our annual Christmas Open House filled with festive inspiration, fresh evergreens, holiday décor, and handmade gifts.
Enjoy hot cider, shop new arrivals, and soak in the Christmas magic — it’s our favourite weekend (and this year, week) of the year!
📅 Date: November 7-13, 2025
🕰️ Time: Open Monday to Saturday 9-5:30pm, Sunday 11-5pm
📍 Location: Ryerse’s Garden Gallery
Thursday November 6th
🪑Sit and Fit | Waterford Legion | 12pm | Gentle workout | More
📖Long Point Company Book Event and Presentation | Norfolk Library - Port Dover Branch | 1:30pm | Meet the author, hear a talk | More
🏃Run Club | Joro Outdoor Spa | 6pm | Run for your life | More
🎲Board Game Nite | Norfolk Library - Simcoe | 6pm - 9pm | Don’t be bored. Game! | More
🌽Cornhole | Waterford Legion | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Free to play - all levels welcome | More
🌽Social Cornhole League | Delhi German Home | 7pm | Bring a friend or make a new one | Newbies welcome | More
🤱Mom Strong Fitness Class | Birds Canada | 7pm | Moms are strong already - but this can’t hurt | More
🦅Hotel California (Eagles Tribute) | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 7:30pm | You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave…. | More
Friday November 7th
🛍️ Shop The Shore | 3 day shopping extravaganza with 25 participating locations in Long Point | More
🐟️Fish and Chips Music Bingo | Waterford Legion | 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Yell bingo with a mouth full of haddock | More
♠️Catch the Ace | Simcoe Legion | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Over $10,000 up for grabs if you can catch it | More
☮️Whole Self Renewal | Port Dover Lions | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Breathwork, Reiki, Visualization | It’s amaZEN | More
🎯Darts | Teeterville Legion | 7pm | Hit the target…it’s easy, right? | More
👧Girls Night Out | Fisherville Lions Community Centre | 7pm - 11pm | It’s not in Norfolk, but that’s what cars are for | More
🎸The Wild High | Capitol 33 | 7:30pm | Country Rock ‘n Roll with special guests “Small Town Strip Club”… it’s great music.. not the Maliboo | More
🛥️Yacht Rock Show | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 7:30pm | Authentic 70’s and 80’s smooth rock | A musical voyage | More
Saturday November 8th
🦁Port Dover Lions Market | Silver Lake Park | 8am - 1pm | Local market with lovely folks | More
☃️Frosty Fair | St. James United Church | 8:30am - 12:30pm | Penny table, blind auction, baked goods, craft table, corn cob pipe and button nose | More
🥚Community Breakfast | St. Paul’s Anglican Church | 9:00am | Complimentary breakfast | More
👨🍼Parent to Parent Bazaar | The Aud - Norfolk Fairgrounds | 9am - 1pm | Babies are expensive - use someone else’s stuff | More
🦴Sip and Share Bone Broth Class | Generations Marketplace | 10am | Make some broth - drink some broth - meet Sarah and Heidi | More
🍵Sip and Shop | Candela Interiors | 10am - 4pm | Treats, drinks, and tax free shopping - because who likes to pay taxes? | More
🥞Crepe House Pop-up and Art Sale | Red Fox Farms | 11am - 3pm | Enjoy the crepe out of yourself | More
🎅Santa Paws Photo Mini Session | Hounds of Erie Winery | 12pm - 3pm | Photos and wine with Santa…he’s real…. | More
🎨Three Birds Paint and Pint Class | Ramblin’ Road Brewery | 1pm | Drink and paint birds….3 of them….it’s in the title | More
🧑🎤Gentlemen of Harmony Showcase | Simcoe Composite School | 1:30pm - 7:00pm | Norfolk’s Premiere A Capella Chorus | More
⛸️Free Community Skate | Port Dover Arena | 3pm - 4pm | Grab your mitts and your best moves | More
🧀Charcuterie Workshop | The Second Mouse Cheesetique | 3:30 pm | Build a board you’ll brie proud of | More
🕵️♀️ The Young & The Relentless Murder Mystery | The Boathouse Restaurant | 6pm | Come hungry for food and clues! | More
Sunday, November 9th
🎶Peace & Remembrance | Grace United Church | 3pm | Choral music to honour those who gave the ultimate sacrifice | More
🥯Sunday Brunch | Waterford Legion | 9am - 12pm | Brunch so good you’ll forgive Monday for existing | More
🎯Youth Darts | Waterford Legion | 10am | Hitting the mark isn’t just for the pros | More
🛍️Sip & Shop | Candela Interiors | 10am - 4pm | Now that’s some good cardio | More
🎤Courtland Country Open Mic Jam | Courtland Community Centre | 1pm | May cause serious toe-tapping and air-guitar solos | More
🎳Public Bowling | Delhi German Home | 1pm - 5pm | Gutter balls build character, right? | More
🪖 Remembrance Service and Parade | Wagner Memorial Teeterville Legion | 1:30pm - 6:00pm | All are welcome | More
👨🎤80s Confidential One-Hit Wonders | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 2pm | Dig out the neon, Norfolk! | More
🎥Geocaching International Film Festival | Strand Theatre | 4pm - 6pm | Norfolk is full of hidden treasures…literally | More
♠️Catch the Ace | Delhi Legion | 5:30pm | Part raffle, part thrill ride | More
Monday, November 10th
🏋️♀️Women’s 20-20-20 Fitness Class | Birds Canada | 11am | Side effects may include confidence and laughter | More
🪑Sit & Fit | Waterford Legion | 12pm | Low impact, high vibes | More
🧘Pilates | Birds Canada | 1 - 2pm & 2:30 - 3:30 pm | For those who love a good burn and an even better playlist | More
🤸♀️Slow Flow Yoga | Vittoria Community Centre | 7pm | Find your flow…your to-do list can wait | More
🌎️World War Presentation | Delhi Horticultural Society | 7:30pm - 9:00pm | All are welcome | More
Tuesday, November 11th
🧘♀️Slow Flow Yoga Class | Birds Canada | 9:30am | Less hustle, more harmony | More
🎨Holiday Dot Painting Workshop | The Shire | 6pm - 8pm | Dot your way to zen | More
☮️ Port Dover Community Sing-Along - Songs of War and Peace | Grace United Community Hall | 7pm - 8pm | Everyone welcome | More
Wednesday, November 12th
🎄Christmas Craft Show | Eising Garden Centre | 9am - 5pm | Santa called and he’s shopping local | More
🖌️Paint Party | Creme Brûlée & Bouquets | 6pm | Wait for the hot chocolate to kick in and you’ll be Picasso | More
🎯Delhi Belgian Archery Club | Hungarian Hall | 7pm - 9:30pm | Unleash your inner archer | More
LIVE MUSIC
Thursday, November 6th
🎶 Hotel California (Eagles Tribute) | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 7:30pm
Friday, November 7th
🎶 Shane Pinchen | 211 Main | 7:30pm
🎶 The Wild High (with Small Town Strip Club) | Capitol 33 | 7:30pm
🎶 Yacht Rock Show | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 7:30pm
Saturday, November 8th
🎶 Hammer Tones | Live at the Lodge | 2pm - 6pm
🎶 Hannah Dolson & Mac Buchwald | The Tipsy Pirate | 6pm - 9pm
🎶 Paul Atkinson | 211 Main | 7:30pm
🎶 Gentlemen of Harmony Showcase | Simcoe Composite School | 1:30pm – 7:00pm
Sunday, November 9th
🎶 Whiskey Chasers | Port Dover Legion | 2pm - 6pm
🎶 Peace & Remembrance | Grace United Church | 3:00pm
🎶 Courtland Country Open Mic Jam | Courtland Community Centre | 1:00pm
🎶 80s Confidential – One-Hit Wonders | Lighthouse Festival Theatre | 2:00pm
Tuesday, November 11th
🎶 Felicia McMinn | Capitol 33 | 7pm - 9pm
Wednesday, November 12th
🎶 Felicia McMinn | 211 Main | 8pm - 10pm
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