Hello Norfolk,

It’s a big week. 🎉 Our brand-new website is live, packed with fresh features built just for you — from events and live music to webcams, photo galleries, movie listings, obituaries, adopt-a-pet, and more.

Add in the return of the Norfolk County Fair, urgent ways to help our community, and all the happenings across the County, and you’ve got one busy (and exciting) edition of the Insider.

Let’s get to it,
-Brad

PS. We still need writers, and want to hear from YOU. If you would like to write an article, journal, thought, story, poem, or anything else, reach out. See what our INCREDIBLE contributors wrote this week. That could be you! No experience necessary. Email [email protected] to get started.

NORFOLK’S HOMEPAGE

Well, we’ve done it. The website is launched and underway. What’s amazing is how many features we were able to include in just one week. The goal is to just keep adding feature after feature to make it the most valuable website you visit in Norfolk. We will become “Norfolk’s Homepage”.

Here are some of the features we added this week (if you don’t see something - hit refresh in your browser) :

• Events and Live music - You don’t have to wait for Thursdays to know what’s going on!

• Contests page - find multiple local contests all in one place.

• Live webcams from around Norfolk

• A community photo gallery - submit your photos to [email protected]

• Movie Listings

• Flyers

• Obituaries -requested by a surprising number of people!

• Adopt-a-pet

• Hotline - please call and leave a message - I’m excited about this one.

We also had an INCREDIBLE response when we asked for Citizen Journalists. We’re excited to profile three articles, written by our readers, for our readers!

• Turning “Someday” into “Today”
  Alicia Wood reflects on finally taking up trail running after years of hesitation, showing how small steps can lead to big changes.

• Finding Balance: Enjoying Norfolk Treats without the Guilt
  Kale Robinson shares how you can enjoy Norfolk’s famous indulgences — from smash burgers to pickle fries — while still maintaining a healthy balance.

• From Mutts to Monroe
  Leslie Lee profiles Alexx Westcott, a new Port Dover resident who brings nearly 15 years of grooming experience to her pet care business.

This site is built for you — for community, for sharing, for place. We’re excited for you to browse, discover, and even participate.

If you ever want to submit a photo, an event, or write a story (even with zero experience!), just drop us a line at [email protected]. Let’s build this together.

FAIR IS BACK

The Norfolk County Fair is back this October, bringing with it all the sights, sounds, and memories we look forward to each fall. It’s more than just an event — it’s a tradition that connects our schools, families, farmers, and community spirit. From cheering in the grandstand to tasting your favourite Fair food, these are the moments that make the Fair truly, uniquely Norfolk.

🌟 Five Traditions That Make This Fair Unique

🎓 Young Canada Day — Tuesday, Oct 7
Norfolk’s schools take over the grandstand with cheer squads, tug-of-war, and road races. Loud, spirited, and 100% Norfolk.

🐄 Ag Awareness Program — Oct 8–10
Since 1990, every Grade 4 student in Norfolk has come to the Fair to meet farmers, animals, and food producers. Hands-on ag education at its best.

🍎 The Food Tradition — Daily, Oct 7–13
Legendary cinnamon buns, pogos, fresh-cut fries, smoked meats, and local specialties. For many families, Fair food is THE tradition.

🚜 Five Nights of Motorsports — Oct 7–13
The grandstand shakes every night with roaring engines, flying dirt, and high-octane action:

• Tue – FMX World Tour – Stars of Freestyle Motocross

• Wed – Edge Motorsports Destruction Demolition Derby

• Thu – Monster Madness Monster Trucks

• Sun – OTTPA ‘Grand Daddy’ Tractor Pull

• Mon – Edge Motorsports Destruction Demolition Derby

🎠 World’s Finest Shows Midway — Daily, Oct 7–13
Bright lights, thrill rides, and midway games. Save big with advance Ride-All-Day vouchers.
👉 Grab Ride-All-Day Vouchers Before Oct 6! CLICK HERE

🗓️ Plan Your Fair Week

• 🎟️ Concert tickets include full-day admission

• 🎢 Advance vouchers = cheaper rides

• 📅 Daily schedules at norfolkcountyfair.com

HELP

A message from a reader:

Urgent Need: Clothing for Migrant Farm Workers Huron Farmworkers Ministry is out of men’s clothing for our migrant workers. They leave home and family to help bring in our crops—let’s help them in return.

Needed: hoodies, long-sleeve shirts, jeans, shoes, boots, coats (sizes S–XL). Drop-off: Tues–Fri mornings, Anglican Church in Simcoe (Colborne St. doors, ring the bell).

Please help those who help us.

HAPPENINGS

Thursday September 25th

🎡 HOUGHTON AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FAIR | Houghton Fairground Hall, 699 Norfolk County Rd 28, Langton | 11:00 am–3:00 pm (kids’ parade 10:30) | Competitions, vendors, car/truck/tractor show, open-mic jamboree & food. | more

🏃 Run Club | Joro Outdoor Spa, 1730 Front Rd., Port Rowan | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm | Free 3–5k community run; all levels; optional sauna/cold plunge discount. | more

🚶 FREE Discover Norfolk Walking Group | Long Point Eco Adventures, Port Rowan | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm | Guided county walk; rain or shine; pre-register; no pets. | more

🏫 Parent Council Meeting | Simcoe Composite School, Simcoe | 6:00 pm–8:00 pm | Open SCS parent council planning for 2025/26; all caregivers welcome. | more

📚 For the Love of Learning: Literacy Fundraiser & Silent Auction | Simcoe Legion, Simcoe | 6:00 pm–10:00 pm | Dinner & auction fundraiser supporting adult literacy. | more

📝️The Life Audit & Reset: A Journey of Self Discovery and a Path Forward | 381 Cedar St, Simcoe, ON | 7:30 pm | With Sue Rivard of Reveal Coaching — a 1.5-hour guided “Life Audit” to help you reflect, clarify priorities, and begin setting boundaries and plans. | more

🏠️ Delhi Legion Open House | Delhi Legion, 249 Main St | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Open house with live music by Spilly & Marns from 7:00-9:00 pm, free refreshments, and info about the Legion’s community role and mission. | more

🏠️ Rosewood Fall Open House | Rosewood Senior Living | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Open house at Rosewood to showcase fall offerings & invite visitors. | more

Friday September 26th

🌊 BeBot Waste Cleanup | Long Point Provincial Park, Port Rowan | 10:00 am–1:00 pm | Volunteer beach cleanup — helpers needed. | more

🎤 Wing Night and Karaoke | Waterford Legion | 4:30 pm–6:30 pm | Friday wings + karaoke at the Legion. | more

🎱 Bingo Fundraiser for Port Rowan Public School Playground Equipment | Port Rowan Legion | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Bingo (10 games) upstairs with snack bar & drinks; fundraiser for playground equipment. | more

🤱 Mom’s Wellness Collective Meet Up | Riversyde 83 | 6:30 pm | Community gathering for moms’ wellness, connection & support | more

Saturday September 27th

🛍️ Rummage Sale – St. Paul’s Anglican Church | Port Dover | 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Clothing, linens, books, toys, small housewares & more. | more

🍎 Port Dover Lions Silver Lake Market | Silver Lake Park, Port Dover | 8:00 am–1:00 pm | Local vendors, produce & baked goods. | more

🥕 Grow & Gather from Farms to Families | Delhi Friendship Centre | 9:00 am–2:00 pm | Free fresh-produce giveaway; bring your own bag. | more

🥂 Grand Opening Party – The Still Room | 110 King St., Delhi | 9:00 am–4:00 pm | Celebrate the opening with giveaways, swag, refreshments. | more

🍻 Port Dover Beerstock 2025 | Silver Lake Park, Port Dover | 11:00 am–7:00 pm | Craft beer, local wine & spirits fest with live music. | more

📖 AUDITION: A Dramatic Reading of A Christmas Carol | St. James United Church, Simcoe | 12:30 pm–2:30 pm | Open auditions for dramatic reading. | more

🪶 Indigenous Culture, Heritage and Dance | Delhi Tobacco Museum | 1:00 pm–3:00 pm | Robyn Michaud on Indigenous culture & dance heritage. | more

🥘 Ham and Scalloped Potato Supper | St. Alban’s Anglican Church, Delhi | 5:00 pm–7:00 pm | Supper with sides & dessert; tickets required. | more

🎶 Albatross Band at the Simcoe Legion | Simcoe Legion | 7:00 pm–11:00 pm | Live band show; $5 at the door. | more

Sunday September 28th

🎯 Youth Darts at Waterford Legion | Waterford Legion | 10:00 am–11:00 am | Youth darts event; open to all. | more

🎸 The Outlets – Port Dover Legion | Port Dover Legion | 2:00 pm | Live music show. | more

🛟 Pre-Confederation Lighthouses on the Great Lakes | Birds Canada, Port Rowan | 2:00 pm–3:00 pm | Historian Walter Lewis shares Great Lakes lighthouse history. | more

Monday September 29th

🚗 Show and Shine Port Dover | Silver Lake Park, Port Dover | 4:00 pm–9:00 pm | Classic cars & bikes weekly show with music & food. | more

🧘 Slow Flow Yoga | Vittoria Community Centre, 35 Oakes Blvd., Vittoria | 7:00 pm | Gentle, meditative yoga class; 60 minutes; bring mat, water, blanket & layers; pay-what-you-can $10–$20. | more

Tuesday September 30th

✈️ Travel Presentation – Highlights of Italy | Grace United Community Hall, Port Dover | 1:30 pm–2:30 pm | Presentation of an Italy tour itinerary (Rome, Pisa, Florence, Venice & more). | more

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday September 25th

🎶 Delhi Legion | Spilly and Marns | 7pm

Friday September 26th

🎶Sandbar on the Beach | Rob Cromwell | 6pm
🎶Riversyde 83 | Hannah Dolson with Mac Buchwald | 6:30pm
🎶211 Main | Albatross (Acoustic) | 7:30pm

Saturday September 27th

🎶 Port Dover Masonic Lodge | Albatross | 2pm (I’ll be bartending! See you there!)
🎶 Simcoe Legion | Albatross | 7pm
🎶 211 Main | TBA | 7:30pm
🎶 Silver Lake Park | Port Dover Beerstock (live bands) |

• Killin Time 12:30-1:30

• Jesse Murphy 1:50-2:50

• In Debt 3:10-4:10

• Nick Campbell 4:40-5:40

• Marshall Dane 6:00-7:00

Sunday September 28th

🎶 Port Dover Legion | The Outlets | 2:00 pm

Tuesday September 30th

🎶 Lounge 33 | Felicia McMinn | 7pm

Wednesday October 1st

🎶 211 Main | Felicia McMinn | 8pm

WEATHER

Thursday High 22°C 🌡️ Low 14°C 🌦️ 
Friday High 22°C 🌡️ Low 14°C ⛅️ 
🌡️ View current weather HERE 
🚗 Check out local gas prices HERE

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