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October 23rd 2025
Bradley Mottashed
October 23, 2025
☀️ Hello Norfolk! ☀️
The leaves are crunching, the air’s crisp, and the county is absolutely buzzing this week — from live music and spooky haunts to fall dinners and big local moments.
The Norfolk Puzzle has officially finished production (👏), local businesses are making headlines, and there’s something happening every single day (except Tuesday for some reason) across the county — whether you’re dancing at the Lodge, carving pumpkins in Delhi, or sipping craft beer in Scotland.
Here’s what’s making waves (and smiles) across Norfolk this week 👇
-Brad
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THIS WEEK’S STORIES
 Heart of the Homestead: Two Norfolk Moms Bringing Back the Beauty of Simple Living Sarah and Heidi share real Norfolk homesteading life—gardening, preserving, cooking, and raising families—with an honest, inviting spirit. Read more → |
 The Champion’s Den Opens in Simcoe: Helping Young Athletes Find Their Strength A new youth-focused studio offers strength, speed, and agility training—plus a limited-time grand opening deal. Read more → |
 The Feds Rock the Lodge Norfolk’s oldest band, formed in 1967, filled the Erie Masonic Lodge with classic rock, laughter, and local pride. Read more → |
 Lola Letty’s Kitchen — A Taste of Family, Love, and Legacy A warm, personal look at Port Dover’s Filipino-inspired Lola Letty’s Kitchen, built on heritage, love, and family. Read more → |
 Small Town, Big Energy A heartfelt reflection on Pumpkin Fest, fireworks, and the togetherness that makes Norfolk feel like home. Read more → |
 Off The Beaten Path: Little Lake Discover Little Lake’s glacial story—a kettle lake with surprising depth—and a nostalgic nod to Norfolk’s “peaks.” Read more → |
SHOUTOUTS
Big news, Norfolk! 🌟 The Insider is growing — and we’re partnering with amazing local businesses who share our vision for a more connected community. The best part? The Insider will always stay free for you, thanks to their support. Check them out below and stay tuned for more great things ahead!
🎉 Welcome, Lakeside Accounting
Big welcome to Lakeside Accounting — one of our newest Norfolk Insider partners! Based in Port Rowan, they make taxes, bookkeeping, and business finances simple and stress-free for individuals and local businesses.
👉 lakesideaccounting.ca
🎉 Welcome, Service With Soul
We’re excited to welcome Service With Soul to the Insider family! Ariana helps local businesses grow online through authentic marketing, storytelling, and smart strategy.
👉 servicewithsoul.ca
🎉 Welcome, Polished Smiles Dental Hygiene Care
We’re excited to welcome Polished Smiles as a new partner of Norfolk Insider! Based in Simcoe, they offer both in-clinic and mobile dental hygiene services—bringing gentle, professional care right to you at home or in the clinic.
👉 polishedsmiles.ca
PUZZLE
🧩 The Norfolk Puzzle Is Complete!
Exciting news — the first run of The Norfolk Puzzle is officially complete! Manufacturing is wrapped up, and the puzzles are now on their way to Norfolk.
To everyone who pre-ordered: thank you for supporting this local project. We’ll send out an update as soon as they arrive and are ready for pickup.
If you missed the first pre-order but still want to get your hands on one, you can grab yours here:
👉 Order The Norfolk Puzzle
This is the last round of pre-orders before the puzzles arrive. Get yours before we run out!
Proudly designed by Katie Sinkowski Design right here in Norfolk.
HAPPENINGS
Thursday, October 23
🎯 Sit and Fit | Waterford Legion | 12:00–12:45 pm | Gentle seated fitness class | More
🌾 Paw Paw Forest Dinner | Long Point Eco Adventures | 5:00–9:00 pm | Forest-to-fork paw paw tasting + guided walk | More
🏃♀️ Run Club | Joro Outdoor Spa | 6:00–7:00 pm | Free community 3–5 k run | More
🚶♀️ Discover Norfolk Walking Group | Various trails | 6:00–7:00 pm | Guided weekly walk | More
🍽️ Farm to Table Dinner (Haldimand & Norfolk Women’s Services) | Cranberry Creek | 6:00–9:00 pm | Benefit dinner | More
🎨 Paint Your Pumpkin Night | Ferrera (Simcoe) | 6:00–9:00 pm | Sip, charcuterie & pumpkin paint night | More
🌽 Thursday Night Cornhole | Delhi German Home | 7:00 pm | Social cornhole league | More
🎸 Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty Tribute | Lighthouse Festival Theatre (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm | Tribute show | More
🎶 Mark Crissinger – Solo Performance | 211 Main (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm | Blues/roots solo set | More
🔮 Strengthen Your Intuition | Sayza Hot Yoga (Simcoe) | 7:30–8:30 pm | Intuition workshop | More
🍝 Annual Spaghetti Dinner (NGH/NHNH Fundraiser) | Simcoe Legion | 8:00–11:00 pm | Fundraiser dinner | More
Friday, October 24
🎤 Open Mic – Kingfisher Cafe | Simcoe | 2:00–6:00 pm | Open mic afternoon | More
🃏 Catch The Ace | Simcoe Legion | 4:30–7:30 pm | Weekly raffle draw | More
🍗 Wings & Things Pub Night | Teeterville Legion | 5:00–7:00 pm | Pub night | More
🥩 Steak Dinner | Delhi United Church | 5:00–7:00 pm | Fundraiser dinner | More
🐟 Fish & Chips Dinner | Trinity Anglican Church (Simcoe) | 5:00–7:00 pm | Pub-style dinner | More
🧒 Kids Night Out | Simcoe Rec Centre | 5:00–8:00 pm | Drop-off kids event | More
🦆 Ladies Ducks Unlimited Dinner Banquet | Port Rowan | 5:30–10:30 pm | Dinner & auction | More
🧠 Halloween Trivia Night | Delhi | 6:30 pm | Trivia fundraiser | More
🎤 Aeroforce – Tribute to Aerosmith | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 8:00 pm | Tribute concert | More
Saturday, October 25
🛍️ Silver Lake Market | Port Dover | 8:00 am–1:00 pm | Saturday market | More
🦙 Family Fun Day | Sonny’s Llama Farm (Delhi) | 10:00 am–4:00 pm | Llama meet & greet | More
🤼 Clash on the Coast | Port Dover | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | Wrestling show | More
🎃 Treats in the Street | Downtown | 11:00 am–2:00 pm | Trick-or-treat fun | More
🚒 Fire Station Halloween Open House | Delhi | 1:00–4:00 pm | Community open house | More
🐾 Halloween Pet Parade | Port Dover | 1:00–3:00 pm | Costume parade | More
⛺ Adult Day Camp | Homegrown Hideaway | 1:00–4:00 pm | Outdoor camp | More
🎵 Ron Robertson: Live at the Lodge | Port Dover | 2:00–6:00 pm | Live music matinee | More
👨👩👧 Parents Night Out | Simcoe Rec Centre | 3:00–8:00 pm | Childcare + fun night | More
🌙 Haunted Gardens Spooktacular | Whistling Gardens | 5:00–6:00 pm | Spooky garden walk | More
🚗 Trunk Or Treat | Salvation Army (Simcoe) | 6:00–8:00 pm | Car to car trick or treating | More
🎤 Tipsy Pirate Open Mic | Turkey Point | 6:00–9:00 pm | Open mic night | More
👻 The Haunted Sawmill | Delhi Tobacco Museum | 7:30–9:00 pm | Haunted tour | More
🧟 Rocky Horror Picture Show & Dance | Port Dover | 7:30–11:30 pm | Screening + dance | More
🎙️ The Best of Bublé | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 8:00 pm | Tribute concert | More
💃 Monster Mash Dance Party | Delhi German Home | 9:00 pm | Halloween dance | More
🎃 Scare Night in the Corn Maze | Wholesome Pickins | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Thrills, chills, tricks, and treats | More
Sunday, October 26
🎟️ BOO-TASTIC Halloween Raffle | Online | All day | Halloween raffle | More
🎯 Youth Darts | Waterford Legion | 10:00–11:00 am | Youth darts | More
🦙 Family Fun Day | Sonny’s Llama Farm | 10:00 am–4:00 pm | Family day | More
🧘 Beer Yoga – Flux and Flow | Flux Brewery (Scotland) | 10:30–11:30 am | Yoga + beer | More
🎵 Music Bingo | Turkey Point Hotel | 2:00 pm | Music bingo | More
🤡 Monsters of Schlock | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 7:00 pm | Comedy stunt show | More
Monday, October 27
🧘 Taoist Tai Chi Open House | Simcoe | 12:00–1:00 pm | Intro to Tai Chi | More
🎯 Sit and Fit | Waterford Legion | 12:00–12:45 pm | Gentle class | More
🧘♀️ Slow Flow Yoga | Vittoria Community Centre | 7:00 pm | Drop-in yoga | More
Tuesday, October 28
Ummm...this is awkward. Nothing to do today. Go touch grass.
Wednesday, October 29
🎃 The Art of Pumpkin Carving | Delhi Tobacco Museum | 6:00–8:00 pm | Pumpkin carving workshop | More
🏹 Delhi Belgian Club Archery | Delhi District Hungarian Hall | 7:00–9:30 pm | Weekly archery | More
LIVE MUSIC
Friday, October 24
- 🎵 Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty Tribute | Lighthouse Festival Theatre (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm
- 🎵 Mark Crissinger | 211 Main (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm
- 🎵 Tony Duclos | 211 Main (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm
- 🎵 Aeroforce – The Tribute to Aerosmith | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 8:00 pm
Saturday, October 25
- 🎵 Ron Robertson: Live at the Lodge | Erie Masonic Lodge (Port Dover) | 2:00 pm
- 🎵 Mary Simon | 211 Main (Port Dover) | 7:30 pm
- 🎵 The Best of Bublé | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 8:00 pm
Sunday, October 26
- 🎵 Pure Vintage | Port Dover Legion | 2:00 pm
Tuesday, October 28
- 🎵 Felicia McMinn | Capitol 33 (Delhi) | 7:00 pm
Wednesday, October 29
- 🎵 Felicia McMinn | 211 Main (Port Dover) | 8:00 pm
WEATHER
Thursday High 11°C 🌡️ Low 3°C 🌦️
Friday High 9°C 🌡️ Low 3°C 🌥️
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