The Bayfield BreezeIssue 835 Week 28 Vol 17
July 9, 2025
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VANDERHAAR PRESENTED WITH MELVIN JONES FELLOWSHIP AWARD
The Melvin Jones Fellowship Award was presented to Bayfield Lions Club member Doug Vanderhaar (left). Ian Matthews, who has finished a two year term as the club’s president, made the presentation at the club’s year end Potluck Party held recently. (Photo by Rolly Scott)
Members of the Bayfield Lions Club celebrated the successes of their fellows at their year end pot-luck party held recently.
The evening was graciously hosted by Lions members Bonnie Neeley and Richard Dusk assisted by village newcomers Bryan and Linda Reynolds.
Lions Don Vance and Andy Devries were presented with their 10 year service pins while Tony Van Bakel was given his 15 year membership pin
The Melvin Jones Fellowship award was presented to Lion Doug Vanderhaar.
“Some of you may remember that this is the highest form of recognition a Lion can receive, an award designed in honor of the Lions founder, Melvin Jones,” said Lion Karen Scott.
The Melvin Jones Fellowship is an award that is consistent with the goals of Lionism and represents humanitarian qualities of compassion and generosity. Its recipients are role models because of their exemplary service to club and community.
“Doug is our unsung hero this year,” explained Scott. “He has been a member for over 15 years, during which time he has never failed to be on hand to help with some of our most physically demanding work, or complicated jobs such as delivering our stage where needed and setting it up and taking it down. He ensures the nativity scene is ready each year at Clan Gregor Square, and there is not a Lions’ activity during all these years that he is not there offering his help in his quiet unaffected way. This award only reflects a small part of how grateful we have been to have Doug help us. He deserves this award more than words can say.”
The new Lions Executive was also recently announced. Ian Matthew has vacated the seat of President, after two years, but he will continue to be an integral, and helpful member to all Lions as he continues in the vital role of Past President.
“Past President is a necessary and helpful role to a new incumbent. I say with great pride and humility, that I am now honored to be the new President,” said Scott. “Traditionally we had a Lions Club and a Lioness Club but just over 20 years ago it was decided to amalgamate and have Lions only. Both groups felt there was not enough for dual roles and we could serve more effectively by working together.”
Scott went on to say that she is proud to be the first female president of the Bayfield Lions Club.
“It is my hope that I can follow the example of my predecessors to help continue the great work our Club does,” she said.
E. J. Bauer, who joined the Bayfield Lions in 2018, will now serve as Vice-President. Dave Nearingburg will continue in the essential role of treasurer. Kathy Gray, an eight year member, is reprising her role as secretary.
“I look forward to working closely with this group and continuing our service to Bayfield,” said Scott.
Upcoming events for the Bayfield Lions Club include their annual golf tournament on Friday, Sept. 5, on-line registration will open on July 10. The Trout Derby has been scheduled for Oct. 17-19.
“And, of course, we will wind up our year with Turkey Bingo (date to be announced) and the Santa Visits and people will likely see us in the Santa Claus Parade.”
Further information, as each date draws closer, will be available on the Bayfield Lions Club’s website.
TWO BOOKS FEATURED AT CONVERSATIONS IN THE GARDEN
Volume #1 of Shelton’s debut series “Reburn” has been combined into a 120-page trade paperback of issues #1-4 along with bonus materials including a cover gallery and a sneak peek of Volume #2. This graphic novel will be available for purchase at “Conversations in the Garden” on July 16. (Submitted photo)
Bayfield resident and Editor Jessica Petelle and visiting Author Alyson Shelton are excited to share the first volume of “Reburn” in Bayfield! And they are doing so on Wednesday, July 16 during “Conversations in the Garden” with host Judy Whittaker of the Bayfield Writers Series.
The event will be held in The Village Bookshop garden from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with an “Author Talk” moderated by Whittaker at noon. Those who attend are invited to a time of mingling while enjoying cookies and coffee from Shopbike Coffee Roasters.
Two books published through Reburn Media Inc. will be showcased at this event with a limited quantity of both books available for signature. Reburn Media Inc., founded by Petelle and Shelton, is a small press dedicated to creators telling hard truths with big ideas in all forms of publishing.
Volume #1 of Shelton’s debut series “Reburn” has been combined into a 120-page trade paperback of issues #1-4 along with bonus materials including a cover gallery and a sneak peek of Volume #2.
“We are running a Kickstarter during this time, but this is the only place you can purchase a physical copy of the book before its official release in September. Follow us @reburncomic for more info!” shared Petelle.
Kaare Andrews, author and illustrator behind “Spider-man Reign” and “Spiderman and Wolverine” has declared “Reburn” to be: “An impressive debut! A violent, visceral and emotion fueled spectacle. A story you need to read, right now!”
The recently published anthology, “The Loss of a Lifetime: Grieving Siblings Share Stories of Love, Loss and Hope”, edited by Alyson Shelton and Lynn Shattuck will also be discussed and available for purchase on July 16 at The Village Bookshop. (Submitted photo)
The plot of this graphic novel can be summarized as: “In the future, catastrophic floods hit our planet which mysteriously leave behind a woman they name, May. Super-powered and ready to fight, she joins forces with Hope, a woman who longs to create a communal utopia, The Unity. Our story picks up years later, Hope’s glorious ideal eroded by power and greed and May’s whereabouts completely unknown.”
“Reburn” showcases art from Elise McCall (Spy Island), Hilary Jenkins (Grass Kings), Molly Mendoza (Skip). Abigail Larson (The Horror Tarot) and Joamette Gil (Archival Quality).
Reburn isn’t the only book that will be conversed about in the garden. The recently published anthology, “The Loss of a Lifetime: Grieving Siblings Share Stories of Love, Loss and Hope”, edited by Shelton and Lynn Shattuck will also be discussed and available for purchase. The anthology is a collection of writing from 26 authors examining sibling loss from a number of unique perspectives. These stories affirm that the death of a brother or sister is profound and life-altering loss – and that both love and grief can last a lifetime. This book is also available on Amazon in paperback and on Kindle.
The Village Bookshop is located at 24 Main Street North in the village.
PLENTY OF FOOD OPTIONS AT BAYFIELD COMMUNITY FAIR
Elizabeth Dimos will be bringing her “All Fired Up” food truck to this year’s Bayfield Community Fair where food will be served with a generous helping of smiles. (Photo by Janet Vogelsang)
The Bayfield Community Fair is now just over a month away – Aug. 15-17. Fair organizers encourage everyone in the community to come out and experience all the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Fair!
There is something for everyone throughout the Fair weekend: Friday night BBQ Chicken Dinner and fireworks, Saturday morning parade, homecraft exhibits, activities and entertainment for kids, 4-H dairy and sheep competitions, horse shows, Saturday evening Rock Revival tribute concert in partnership with the Bayfield Town Hall, as well as unique events for all ages, competitions, demonstrations, vendors, educational displays, and so much more.
Wondering what food will be available? The Bayfield Fair will have a number of food options to satisfy every craving.
The Bayfield Agricultural Society (BAS) will be hosting a BBQ Chicken Dinner at the Agricultural Park on Friday, Aug. 15 with continuous serving from 5-7 p.m. Full details and ticket information can be found by visiting Chicken Dinner details.
Food trucks will be available on both Saturday, Aug.16, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Goderich Scouts will also have a booth selling hot dogs and cold drinks as a fundraiser.
The pie and beverage booth operated as a BAS fundraiser in the arena at last year’s fair was a huge success. Slices of pie and cold drinks will again be available at this year’s fair giving visitors a chance to sit down and “take a load off” while enjoying a delicious snack. The pie and beverage booth will be located in the arena on Saturday, Aug. 16 from noon to 4 p.m.
Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) will be at the Fair again this year providing free filtered water at a booth close to the back door of the arena. Fairgoers are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles and OCWA will be happy to fill them with refreshing water. There is also a water refill station in the arena foyer area.
For the 2025 Fair Schedule and details, please visit www.BayfieldFair.ca Lots of fun events and activities are still being added to the schedule, so check back often for new information.
Create Fair memories – enjoy the delicious food choices!
JUST TWO MORE SLEEPS UNTIL THE RUMMAGE SALE
This is an important reminder! Excitement is peaking as the Pioneer Park 76th Annual Rummage Sale and Silent Auction is just two days away! It will take place at the Bayfield Community Centre and Arena this Friday, July 11.
Volunteers are already setting the stage and the display tables, preparing for the 5:30 p.m. opening of the outdoor exhibits, and the 6:30 p.m. opening of the Zamboni doors to the arena’s indoor exhibits and silent auction. Previously indoor opening times had been reported to be 6 p.m. but people have a full hour to explore and shop the outdoor donations before the rush indoors. Apologies are offered for any confusion with regards to the starting times.
Team Rummage has crafted a Rummage Sale Survival Guide for shoppers to ensure maximum enjoyment at the event:
- Bring lots of loonies and toonies and small bills
- Bring sturdy shopping bags
- Wear a sun hat for beating the heat while in the line-up
- Bring a refillable water bottle
Included with this week’s article are a trio of photos of just some of the great sales inventory available to purchase.
The Bayfield Community Centre and Arena is located at 4 Jane Street in the village.
BFF AT CAPACITY UNTIL MORE FOSTERS FOUND
This Torti Mama and her two Tabby kittens (one not in picture) are in desperate need of a foster family so that they can be brought in to safety. (Submitted photo)
Volunteers at Bayfield’s Forgotten Felines (BFF) once again are putting out the call for foster families to help with the ongoing kitten crisis they are facing.
The Adopt a BFF family of the week consist of a Mama and two kittens that are currently “living on the streets” as the Rescue is at capacity and no fosters are available.
According to Deb Penhale, representing BFF, “This beautiful young Torti showed up at someone’s house with two kittens and they started feeding them but again cannot take them in due to the fact they have many animals of their own.”
Penhale went on to explain that one of the kittens disappeared for several days and the people were quite concerned because they knew that there were more kittens to begin with but unfortunately predators got all but the remaining two. After a few days of worrying, they were relieved to see that the Mama once again came around with the second kitten.
“We desperately want to take this beautiful young Mama and her babies in, but until we have someone who can foster them, we just don’t have a place for them,” said Penhale. “The people, whose deck they arrived on and have started sticking close to, are still feeding them, but they’re very worried that something might happen to this little family before they get a foster.”
And that is the ongoing dilemma that BFF is faced with.
“We find ourselves in constant phone calls with people asking for help but we just have nowhere to put these young Mamas and their babies, pregnant cats, injured cats or abandoned and stray cats. We just can’t take any more in without more fosters available to take them for the short term.”
Please reach out to bayfieldsforgottenfelines@gmail.com to learn more about adoption or fostering. The adoption fee is $250. Adopted cats are vetted, shots are up-to-date and they are also spayed or neutered. Can’t adopt or foster at this time? Consider donating for medical care and food to the email address listed above via E-transfer or mail financial donations to P.O. Box 33, Bayfield, ON, N0M 1G0.
In addition to accepting monetary donations, BFF has an Amazon wish list. This list contains items they need for the day-to-day care of their cats and kittens as well as some truly “wish” items. Items are marked as to their priority, number needed, and many explain what their use will be. There is a wide variety of prices and BFF appreciates whatever you can supply. Items need not be purchased through Amazon, the list is merely a guideline.
To view the items on the list please visit: BFF Wish List.
Want to see and learn more about the felines at the shelter? This can be done easily by visiting their website! Included on this website is lots of helpful information on how people can help feral kittens. The site, www.bayfieldsforgottenfelines.ca, features a searchable index of all the cats and kittens available for adoption. This includes pictures and descriptions of their personalities. Plus there is a new option for making donations by credit card. The website also includes online forms that automate the adoption and volunteer application processes as well as testimonials from previous adopters who found their purrfect matches at BFF.
BBQ, BAKING AND BOOK SALE A REMARKABLE SUCCESS
PHOTOS BY MELODY FALCONER-POUNDER
Knox Presbyterian Church, Bayfield held its annual BBQ, Baking and Book Sale on Saturday, July 5 and it proved to be a remarkable success!
Knox Presbyterian Church, Bayfield held its annual BBQ, Baking and Book Sale on Saturday, July 5 and it proved to be a remarkable success!
“To all the folks in our community, and those visiting from near and far, from our great big hearts to yours we extend a heartfelt thank you for being part of our special fundraising day and making it such a huge success!” said Teresa Steel, representing Knox, Bayfield. “Your generosity means everything to us and to the community we serve. The positive energy we felt on Saturday, meeting and serving so many wonderful people, certainly made all the difference and contributed greatly to the success of the event. Thank you again for your support.”
Knox, Bayfield is hosting a “Speaker Series”, sponsored by Toyota Goderich, on topics that may be of interest to the community. The next instalment of the Speaker Series will be held on Tuesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. At that time, Knox will welcome Constable Craig Soldan, Community Engagement and Media Relations officer, from the local Huron County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), located in Clinton and serving the Municipality of Bluewater and other surrounding municipalities.
“Soldan will speak about safety measures we can take in our lives such as, how to be wary of unsolicited contact, protecting our personal information, verifying requests through legitimate channels, and reporting suspicious activity,” said Steel.
Following the presentation coffee, tea and dessert will be served. Although there is no cost to attend, a free-will offering would be appreciated. All monies will be donated to “Kids and Cops Fishing Derby” taking place this summer. All are welcome!
People of all ages, stages, and faith experiences are welcome to join in weekly services at Knox, Bayfield. Their next service will be held on Sunday, July 13 at 11 a.m.
Knox Presbyterian Church Bayfield is located at 2 Bayfield Main Street North. To learn more visit knoxbayfield.ca or follow them on YouTube – Knox, Bayfield.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
On July 13, the Trinity St. James Chapel will play host to “Christmas in July” with no worry about traveling in snowstorms!
Those who wish to take part in some carol singing prior to the service are invited to arrive at 2 p.m. to get everyone in the proper festive mood. The full Communion service will begin at 2:30 p.m. under the direction of Rev. Paul MacLean.
Following the service all are invited to the TSJ Hall, for a time of fellowship and to decorate, not to mention eat, gingerbread cookies!
Three more special services will follow throughout 2025 and it is the hope of those maintaining this beautiful chapel that members of all denominations will come and join in the spirit of celebration. The dates for these Sunday afternoon services are as follows: Aug. 24, Oct. 5 and Dec. 7. The services will begin at 2:30 p.m.
In the spring of 2024, Trinity St. James transitioned from a full church to a Chapel of Ease, continuing to offer a consecrated space for special services, weddings, funerals, and other significant events. In addition, attached to the Chapel, and formerly known as the Parish Hall, the TSJ Hall, located at 10 Keith Crescent in the village, is now operated for community use by an Association and is available to rent for such uses as club and business meetings, family gatherings. To learn more visit: TSJ Hall and Chapel.
SOUND BATH
Bayfield Lavender Farm will be the lovely location for people to experience a “Deep Relaxation Sound Bath” on Thursday, July 17.
Starting at 4:30 p.m., for one-hour, people can enjoy a relaxing, creative visualization experience through the vibrational and resonating power of the harp, guided by Bayfield’s own Martha Lawrance.
The cost for this session will be $35 per person. Registration and payment may be made at www.bayfieldlavenderfarm.ca. For more information please call 519 525-5724.
Bayfield Lavender Farm is located at 77881 Porters Hill Line, Bayfield.
ART SHOW
Three friends. Three artists. Three visions. That is the theme of an Art Show being held in the village on July 26-27.
The participating artists are Julia Armstrong, Margaret Crosby and Lisa Verbakel.
The public is more than welcome to come and view their work that will be on display from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days in the Community Room at 1851 Bayfield Landing located at 21 Bayfield Main Street North.
JULY HIKES
Two hikes will be offered in July by members of the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association (BRVTA).
On Saturday, July 12th, local historian David Yates will lead the annual Admiral Bayfield Walk along the Heritage Trail while sharing tales about the colorful history of Bayfield.
Yates has written six books which reference Bayfield history, including, “Admiral Henry Wolsey Bayfield, Master Chart Maker of the Great Lakes and St Lawrence River” and “Gothic Huron”. Participants are asked to meet at the Clan Gregor Square gazebo at 10 a.m. . The walk is entirely on village streets, is 2 km long and will last approximately 90 minutes.
On Saturday, July 26, all are welcome to just go for a hike hosted by the BRVTA on the Woodland trail. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and to explore the beautiful and diverse Woodland Trail with a guide.
The trail is approximately 5 km long going through a beautiful woodland setting. Participants are asked to meet at the David Street entrance to the trail at 10 a.m. From the Mill Road/Hwy 21 intersection, take Sarnia Street to Mactavish Crescent, then right onto David Street. Please follow the signs to the trail parking.
These hikes are free and open to the public. Furry friends are welcome to join as long as they are on a leash.
Beware of ticks! A reminder that ticks are present on the trails and a bite by the deer tick may result in Lyme Disease. Be sure to take precautions. Learn more by visiting Huron Perth Public Health at Lyme disease.
For more information contact Ralph Blasting at 519 525-3205 or rjblastingjr@gmail.com.
COME & GO CELEBRATION
Longtime volunteers with the Bayfield Agricultural Society (BAS), Ted and Jean Dunn, are pictured here at the fairgrounds following the 2024 parade. They rode in style in James Armstrong’s 1923 Model “T” Ford. In 2025, the couple are being honored for a combined 130 years of service with the BAS. (Photo by Janet Vogelsang)
The Bayfield Agricultural Society (BAS) will be holding a special “Come & Go” gathering to celebrate and thank Ted and Jean Dunn for their combined 130 years plus of volunteering with the BAS.
The celebration will be held in the pavilion in Bayfield Agricultural Park on Friday, July 25 from 2-4 p.m. Those attending can drive into the fairgrounds through the front gate on Fry Street and park near the pavilion on the far side of the park. Those who attend are asked to please bring a lawn chair. All are encouraged to relax and share memories with BAS volunteers as well as Ted and Jean’s family. Refreshments will be served, and of course, for those who know Ted well, there will be pie!
Ted and Jean have been a big part of the BAS and the fair over the years. Come and be part of this special celebration to honor them. BAS members past and present, volunteers, and community members – all are welcome!
BLUEWATER MARINA
The Municipality of Bluewater invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified and experienced marina operators interested in managing and operating the Bluewater Marina, located at the mouth of the Bayfield River on Lake Huron. This scenic, Blue Flag-certified marina includes seasonal and transient docks, fuel services, and key marine infrastructure.
This request for EOI is a preliminary step to gauge interest and qualifications. It is not a procurement process and will not result in a contract. However, if sufficient interest is received from qualified operators, the Municipality may issue a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) in Fall 2025. The successful proponent would enter into a sublease agreement starting Jan. 1st, 2027, for a term of five or 10 years, with potential renewal options.
This request for EOI was issued on June 17 and will close on Thursday, July 31st at 12 p.m.
A request for Expressions of Interest package can be obtained by contacting Maggie Off, manager of Facilities, Parks & Recreation at facilities@municipalityofbluewater.ca with the subject line: RFEOI Submission – Bluewater Marina.
LEGO CLUB
Bayfield Lego Club is awarding this fantastic set to the youngster with the most online votes in their recent Lego Building Competition. (Submitted photo)
The Bayfield Lego Club had a great time hosting a Lego building competition at the Bayfield Optimist Club’s “Kids Schools Out for Summer” event at the Bayfield Community Centre and Arena on June 28th.
Seventeen entries were submitted to the competition and on-line voting to determine a winner will run from now until the next meeting of the Bayfield Lego Club on Saturday, July 12, when the winner will be announced and their fantastic prize awarded! To check out all the entries and to vote visit: Lego Creative Competition. Please note only one vote per person is permissible.
Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Bayfield, the Bayfield Lego Club meets at the TSJ Hall, 10 Keith Crescent in the village on the second Saturday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and all are welcome to attend when accompanied by an adult
CHICKEN DINNER
The Bayfield Agricultural Society (BAS) will be hosting a BBQ Chicken Dinner fundraiser on Friday, Aug. 15th to celebrate the opening of the 169th Bayfield Fair.
The dinner will be held on the grounds of the Bayfield Agricultural Park. Chicken dinners will be served continuously from 5-7 p.m.
Each BBQ Chicken Dinner will include a quarter chicken expertly prepared and grilled by Pineridge BBQ with their own special BBQ sauce, baked potato with sour cream and butter, creamy coleslaw, dinner roll with butter, dessert, and a bottle of water. There will be plenty of seating and live entertainment!
People can choose to dine at the Bayfield Agricultural Park or get dinners to take out.
Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased online at: BBQ Chicken Dinner.
The last date for online ticket sales will be Aug. 7. Tickets at the gate will be very limited. Anyone interested is encouraged to get their tickets early. For additional information, please contact info@bayfieldfair.ca.
Bayfield Agricultural Park is located at 1 Fry Street in the village.
FRIENDS OF BAYFIELD LIBRARY
Friends of Bayfield Library (FOBL) has two Saturday book sales planned for the summer: Aug. 2 and Aug. 16.
Both will be held outside the Bayfield Branch Library from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Come browse and select from mysteries, thrillers, romances, memoirs, biographies, history, science fiction, horror, young adult and children’s books. Additionally, the Red Cart and Red Table are crammed with interesting reads and are available at the library every day. The stock of books is frequently replenished, so peruse the titles often. All donations go to support the Bayfield library and its programs.
The Bayfield Branch Library is located at 18 Bayfield Main Street North in the village.
BAYFIELD LIBRARY
The Bayfield Branch Library has a couple of events planned to entertain crafty youngsters this summer including hosting volunteers with the Bayfield Agricultural Society to ensure kids can enter into the fair for a chance to win prizes!
Offered independently of library staff by some passionate community members will be “Make and Take Bayfield Fair Edition” on Tuesday, Aug. 5. Bayfield Agricultural Society volunteers will be on hand to assist those who wish to get crafty and then enter their creations into the Bayfield Community Fair. This session will be offered for one hour starting at 5:45 p.m.
Registration for “Make and Take Bayfield Fair Edition” is required by calling the Goderich Library at 519 524-9261 or emailing: goderichlibrary@huroncounty.ca
On Fridays in July and August kids can drop by the Bayfield Library between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a new LEGO building challenge each week! Participants can complete a challenge to earn a stamp on their LEGO Challenge Card. Once they’ve collected four stamps, they can submit their card for a chance to win the LEGO Grand Prize! This program is also generously sponsored by FOBL.
The Bayfield Branch Library is located at 18 Main Street North in the village.
EARLYON BAYFIELD
A sure sign Summer is here is the migration of the Bayfield Playgroup, hosted by EarlyON, to the great outdoors! The group is now meeting for their time together in Clan Gregor Square until September.
The sessions are free to all families/caregivers with infants to children aged six years and runs from 10-11:30 a.m. Participants are invited to join in a variety of activities to enhance all areas of their child’s development, connect with EarlyON staff, other families, as well as community resources. They always end the group with songs and a story.
When the weather proves unfavorable the playgroup will move back indoors to the TSJ Hall located at 10 Keith Crescent in Bayfield.
Anyone who may have questions or require additional information, is asked to please contact Kelly Kyle via email at kkyle@goderich.ca or earlyon@goderich.ca or by calling 519 524-9999.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
A peer-led Cancer Support Group will hold their next meeting at the Bayfield Branch Library on July 19.
This group is for anyone navigating the journey of cancer, undergoing treatment, managing a long-term condition or is a survivor. It will provide a safe and welcoming space to connect with others who understand the experience and can offer mutual support and encouragement.
This community-led programming will be offered for one-hour starting at 12:30 p.m.
Meeting dates set for the remainder of 2025 are: Sept. 27, Oct. 18 and Nov. 22.
The Bayfield Branch Library is located at 18 Main Street North in the village.
WEDNESDAY BRIDGE
The Bayfield Bridge Club members have moved the games to a new location – St. Andrew’s United Church.
Players do not need to attend with a partner to participate in these “drop-in” sessions. New people are invited to join in this great opportunity to make new friends as partners are switched after every four hands. There are weekly reviews on bidding responses at the beginning of each session for example, responses to a No Trump open etc. Snacks are served mid-session.
The cost to take part is $4 per player. The cards are shuffled at 1 p.m. All levels of players are welcome to take part in these games that are played year-round.
St Andrew’s United Church is located at 6 The Square in the village.
NAVIGATING THE WORLD OF INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES ONE MONTH AT A TIME
Editor’s Note: July has arrived and the fruits of gardeners’ labors are producing results! Two local residents, Helen Varekamp and Renee Sandelowsky, who are both volunteers with the Canadian Coalition for Invasive Plant Regulation (CCIPR), are hoping to inspire our readers to help the planet through gardening with this monthly column.
For support in navigating some of the terminology used in this article please visit: Bayfield Breeze Vol. 16 Issue 809 Week 2 published Jan. 8, 2025.
BY HELEN VAREKAMP AND RENEE SANDELOWSKY
Why plant an invasive plant when you can plant a native? A native plant is an integral part of the ecosystem. An invasive plant is an aggressive intruder that takes up all the resources of the ecosystem and gives back nothing.
Invasive plants have been introduced to our area from other parts of the world, either on purpose or by accident. They often are of little or no value to insects and other wildlife, while invading natural areas and crowding out native plants.
You might think the beautiful Burning Bush in your yard isn’t dangerous, after all, it’s just in your backyard. However, birds carry the seeds into forests and other natural areas and the bush grows out of control, taking up nutrients and outcompeting the native plants that wildlife need for food and shelter. Instead of a Burning Bush, consider Chokecherry, Winterberry or Blueberry, to name a few. You will still get the stunning fall color, but additionally you will have provided wildlife with berries for food – a definite win-win situation!
Alarmingly, many invasive plants are sold at local nurseries. Examples include: Periwinkle, Burning Bush, Japanese Barberry and Creeping Jenny. Once these species spread beyond gardens, they join many other established invasives such as Phragmites, Purple Loosestrife, Garlic Mustard, and Common Buckthorn, further degrading our natural landscapes.
CORONATION MEDALS PRESENTED BY HURON-BRUCE MPP
MPP for Huron Bruce Lisa Thompson (third from right) poses with six recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The honorees received their medals at a ceremony held in Goderich on July 3rd. They are from left to right: Deputy Fire Chief for the City of Burlington, Jeremy Inglis, formerly of Belmore; Duncan Hawthorne, Kindcardine; Todd Thompson, Ripley; Mary Ellen Zielman., Zurich; Ken Irwin, Lucknow; and Jeff Cardiff, Brussels. (Submitted photo)
MPP for Huron-Bruce, Lisa Thompson proudly presented King Charles III Coronation Medals to six exceptional individuals from across the riding during a special ceremony held on July 3rd in Goderich.
The recipients recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities were: Jeff Cardiff, Duncan Hawthorne, Ken Irwin, Julie Sawchuk, Todd Thompson and Mary Ellen Zielman.
On behalf of Ontario’s Solicitor General, Thompson also presented a coronation medal to the Deputy Fire Chief for the City of Burlington, Jeremy Inglis, formerly of Belmore.
The King Charles III Coronation Medal is a commemorative honor that recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to service, community leadership, and the betterment of society – values that reflect the spirit of His Majesty’s reign.
“The evening ceremony brought together friends and family to celebrate the achievements and contributions of each recipient. The medals serve as a symbol of appreciation from the Crown for their continued commitment to improving the lives of those around them,” concluded Thompson.
HPHA PRESENT AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) held its Annual and Special Members Meeting on Wednesday, June 25. The event brought together board members, staff and volunteers from across HPHAs hospital sites to reflect on the past year, celebrate shared achievements, and look ahead to the future of local healthcare.
Organizers were also thrilled to welcome MPP Matthew Rae and MPP Lisa Thompson, whose presence highlighted the importance of strong partnerships in supporting and advancing healthcare in the region.
This year’s meeting included a special celebration with the return of HPHAs Awards of Excellence, honoring staff and teams who have gone above and beyond in advancing care, fostering collaboration, and exemplifying HPHAs values in their everyday work.
A total of nine awards were presented.
An “Engaging with Passion” Award was presented to one individual from each hospital in the HPHA. The recipients were: Kirsten Allen, Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Clinton Public Hospital; Becky Flynn, Registered Nurse, Inpatient Unit at Seaforth Community Hospital; Stacey Schade, Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant at St. Marys Memorial Hospital; and Kendra Hodgins, Pharmacy Technician at Stratford General Hospital.
The “Collaborating with Exceptional Care” was presented to Clinical Nursing Education. The Clinical Nurse Educators recognized were: Katie Fearns, Selina Fleming and Tasha Vandervliet. The Clinical Scholars honored were: Amanda Van Nynatten, Anita Natywary, Anne Marie Rock, Brittany Paton, Candance Riehl, Jessica Cook, Jodilynn Taylor, Karen Wilson, Kate Steele, Linsey Vankooten and Sarah Barber.
The “Optimism Award” was presented to Everette Melanson, Interface Specialist, Information Technology.
The “Innovation Award” was given to the Kiosk Project Team. The team members were: Brenda Murray, Carrie Mills, Curtis Agar, Everette Melanson, Jennifer Penner, Kate Gibson, Kate Welsh, Lynne Gotts and Nicole Bernier.
The Leadership Award for Staff went to Karen Jutzi, Team Leader/Registered Nurse, PACU Team; while the Leadership Award for a Physician went to Dr. Gregg Hancock, OBGYN.
In addition, HPHA had the pleasure of honoring one of their dedicated Patient and Caregiver Partners, Barbara Fewster. She has volunteered her time, voice, and lived experience to help improve the healthcare journey for others, a contribution that truly reflects the spirit of partnership and people-centred care at HPHA. As part of this celebration, Fewster also received her 15-year service recognition, a milestone that speaks to her long-standing commitment and impact. Organizers were proud to recognize the important role the Patient and Caregiver Partners play in shaping meaningful, compassionate care, and they look forward to continuing recognition for those who volunteer in the future.
“These awards remind us of the remarkable talent and commitment within our organization,” said HPHA President and CEO, Andrew Williams. “They represent our collective drive to provide the highest standard of care and create a positive, impactful experience for every patient we serve.”
The HPHA thanks all members, staff, volunteers, and partners for their ongoing contributions and support, and looks forward to another year of innovation, growth, and community-centered care.
HURON COUNTY STARTUP LAUNCHES DISEASE TRENDING APP
EpiSense co-founders (l-r): Chapin Korosec, Alexandra Kasper, and Michael Daley pose in front of the iconic lighthouse in Goderich to celebrate the launch of their tech company which will monitor and report real time viral disease trends, including those in Goderich and Huron County. (Photo by Kristy Daley)
A screenshot of the app from EpiSense.ca with the update for Goderich As of July 1st. (Image courtesy EpiSense.ca)
On July 2nd, EpiSense.ca, a Canadian healthtech startup, based in Huron County, launched its public-facing dashboard at www.EpiSense.ca, allowing users to monitor real-time illness activity in their communities through technology similar to a weather app.
The EpiSense dashboard combines anonymized user-reported symptoms with publicly available health data to provide meaningful insights into illness trends, including measles, COVID-19, RSV, the flu, and the common cold.
“You might look at your phone to see oh there’s going to be a storm today maybe I won’t go for that hike or I’m going to go to Ottawa or Toronto or Barrie I want to know what the weather is to plan accordingly,” said Chapin Korosec, co‑founder and lead of tech and data science.
“We want to make it easy to look at what all the different disease trends are in your community and in any community that you might be travelling to,” Korosec added.
Alexandra Kasper, co-founder and operations lead, said the tool was designed with families in mind.
“All three of our founding team are parents so we really know how much getting sick throws your entire life off. It’s anxiety‑inducing and it’s really exhausting and disruptive especially when you have really little ones,” Kasper said.
She shared how EpiSense helped solve a real need during travels.
“I was talking to my friend recently who has a baby and they were planning travel to go to this big family reunion and they were really uncertain because their baby was too young to get their measles vaccine,” Kasper said. “We said how do we get this at scale? How do we give every parent and every Canadian access to that ready‑to‑go information to take something that’s really overwhelming and turn it into something you feel confident making the right choice for you.”
EpiSense users, including families, schools, workplaces and healthcare providers, can now: see weekly trend snapshots, report symptoms anonymously, view local illness heatmaps, and access a 30‑day free trial of advanced features
EpiSense was part of Treefrog Accelerator and plans to expand beyond Ontario, offering enhanced situational awareness and community health planning tools.
Canadians are invited to explore the dashboard or sign up for the free trial at www.EpiSense.ca.
By combining crowdsourced reporting with verified public data, EpiSense empowers individuals and institutions to make informed decisions through real‑time, local tracking of contagious diseases.
TREMENDOUS TURNOUT FOR FIREFIGHTERS’ BREAKFAST
PHOTOS BY MELODY FALCONER-POUNDER
The Bayfield Firefighters’ Breakfast was held on the morning of July 5, attracting 1,200 people to indulge in the most important meal of the day.
Perhaps the only thing hotter than the weather on Saturday, July 5 was the breakfast served up by volunteers at the Bayfield Firefighters’ Breakfast. The meal certainly proved to be a popular one with over 1,200 folks served!
And those folks proved to be very generous ones as well, filling the donation “boot” with $1,600 to be given to the Bayfield Area Food Bank.
Firefighters with the Bayfield Department, a part of Bluewater Fire Services, as well as their faithful volunteers, were up with the sun to get ready for the 7 a.m. start of service with the line-up starting early and continuing right through the morning.
Back by popular demand was a “touch the truck” opportunity that was wholeheartedly enjoyed by a countless number of youngsters while a family member waited in the breakfast line.
The meal consisted of pancakes with real Bayfield Maple syrup, Metzger’s bacon, Bayfield Foodland’s own sausages, eggs provided by the Egg Producers, potatoes, toast, juice, and coffee provided by Shopbike Coffee Roasters.
Organizers deemed the event a great success and wanted to thank all the community volunteers that came out to help. They are also grateful to those businesses that donated their products to the cause: Bayfield Maple, the Egg Producers and Shaun Henry and Leanne Kavanagh from ShopBike.
AMGH FOUNDATION
Maitland Masonic Lodge #33 A.F. and A.M. recently presented representatives from the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital (AMGH) Foundation with a cheque for $10,000. Taking part in the presentation were from l-r: Lodge representatives Wes Morley and Dean Wilson; Laura Herman, AMGH Foundation chair; and Lodge representatives Jason Phillip and Larry Park. (Submitted photo)
The Alexandra Marine and General Hospital (AMGH) Foundation is proud to announce a generous $10,000 donation from Maitland Masonic Lodge #33 A.F. and A.M. in continued support of local health care. This meaningful gift reflects the Lodge’s deep commitment to strengthening the well-being of the community and ensuring access to high-quality care close to home.
“Maitland Lodge #33 has long been a valued supporter of the Foundation, and we are so grateful for their continued generosity,” said AMGH Foundation Executive Director, Kimberley Payne. “Their donations make a tangible impact on patient care and help us invest in critical equipment and services at AMGH.”
The Lodge’s ongoing contributions also include enthusiastic support of community events, including the upcoming Fourth Annual Alexandra Rose Long Table Dinner, taking place on Aug. 24. As proud event supporters, members of Maitland Lodge #33 continue to demonstrate their dedication to both community spirit and compassionate care.
Together, with community partners like Maitland Masonic Lodge #33, the AMGH Foundation is building a healthier future for all who call Huron County home.
The AMGH Foundation is committed to enhancing health care in the region by funding essential equipment, programs, and facility upgrades at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital. Every donation brings them one step closer to a stronger, healthier community.
GOOD NEIGHBOURS OF BLUEWATER
Over the summer, Good Neighbors of Bluewater (GNOB) will continue some of their regular activities at their location in Zurich.
On Monday mornings the coffee will be on at 7 a.m. for those who enjoy some early morning conversation. Monday afternoons starting at 1 p.m. folks are invited to attend to play the card game “Solo”. “Muffin Time” held on Thursday mornings will be on hold over the summer months and GNOB will now open on Thursdays 12:30 p.m. Then starting at 1 p.m. they will offer Euchre, Scrabble and other games. For the month of July, West Huron Care Centre will host a senior exercise program “Let’s Get Moving” every Friday at 10 a.m.
During the summer GNOB will be closed on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
GNOB is located at 28 Goshen Street North in Zurich. To learn more please call 519 236-7081.
BETTER TOGETHER GALA
The Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre (HCFBDC) is hosting their 12th Annual Better Together Gala on Thursday, Aug. 7 at the Libro Community Hall in Clinton.
The doors open at 5 p.m. and the program will commence at 5:45 p.m. Dinner catered by the Pineridge BBQ Catering Company will be served at 6 p.m. and entertainment will be provided by Great Canadian Dueling Pianos. There will also be both silent and live auctions as well as some raffle tables.
Tickets for this year’s Gala are $85 each. For tickets visit: Better Together Gala 2025.
Libro Community Hall is located at 239 Bill Fleming Drive in Clinton.
POPPY’S HAVEN
Poppy’s Haven is planning some fun activities during the summer that will allow for some fun interactions with their Newfoundland Ponies.
Do you remember “Art in the Barn” in Bayfield? Well, instructor Robin Ellis is back to offer it again, this time at Poppy’s Haven on July 20.
Ellis will also be offering a “Family Paint Night” where participants get to paint the “portraits” of the exquisitely beautiful Newfoundland Ponies. This program will run from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, July 20. The cost is $25 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. Register and pay via e-transfer by July 16.
Please use poppy@poppyshaven.com to register and e-transfer for all of these offerings. Poppy’s Haven is located at 39148 Mill Road near Varna.
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY
The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth’s online “Let’s Talk About…” sessions are back for another year! Their focus this year is on Types of Dementia.
People are invited to join Public Education Coordinators Jeanette Sears and Christy Bannerman as they highlight the unique brain changes and review the resources available at the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth.
The Let’s Talk About: Types of Dementia sessions will take place on Wednesday afternoons for one hour starting at 1:30 p.m., from now to July 30th. Participants can find out more and register for these workshops at Education Hour.
The themes are: July 9, Vascular Dementia; July 16, Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease; July 23, Frontal Temporal Dementia; and July 30, Young Onset Dementia.
For more information, contact the office at 1-800-561-5012 or email jeanettes@alzhp.ca.
TURTLE RELEASE
The Turtle Hatchling Release has been set for Aug. 28. (Submitted photo)
Huron Stewardship Council (HSC) and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) will join together with other community partners to hold the 10th Annual Turtle Hatchling Release event on Thursday, Aug. 28.
The event will take place east of Exeter at Morrison Dam Conservation Area from 1-4 p.m. To reserve a spot, visit Eventbrite for Turtle Release Tickets.
Admission is free and people are welcome to drop in at any time during the event. Organizers encourage visitors to donate. Net proceeds support turtle conservation in Ontario. The event includes live reptiles on display; family-friendly activities; educational displays and more. There will be merchandise for sale as well.
The turtle release event has taken place since 2016. It was held as a virtual event in 2020 and 2021. Many hundreds of people have attended the event over the past ten years.
“It’s amazing how many people have learned about turtles at this event,” said Sheldon Paul, HSC Fieldwork coordinator. He said the event is a great way to educate the young and the young at heart about Ontario’s eight freshwater turtle species which are all at risk.
In advance of the event, trained personnel, with required permits, collect the turtle eggs at the site of the release and then incubate them. The eggs are not likely to hatch successfully if left on their own.
Staff releasing the hatchlings back into the wild in the area they were found are trained and authorized with required permits to release them.
People attending the turtle release will not be able to hold the turtles. This is to protect the animals and reduce their stress. Those attending can see the turtles as they are released and learn about them. Organizers remind the public to never release species, especially non-native species, into the wild.
Ontario’s native freshwater turtles face many threats including habitat loss and road mortality – death by cars and other vehicles. Hundreds of turtles in Ontario are hit by cars each year. These could be gravid (pregnant) females looking for a place to lay eggs, or turtles looking for new habitat and mates. People can help turtles by creating and enhancing habitat on their properties, helping turtles cross the road in the direction they are heading, when it is safe to do so; and working with their local municipalities and communities to erect turtle crossing signs and build safe passages. People can also arrange for transport of injured turtles to the turtle hospital.
Turtles are important links in food webs and provide essential ecological services, said Hope Brock, Healthy Watersheds specialist at ABCA. Snapping turtles, for example, help to control aquatic vegetation and clean creeks and wetlands by eating algae and dead and decaying fish and other organisms. They also cycle nutrients and spread seeds which benefit other organisms.
People can protect turtles, she said, by watching for turtles on roads when driving, helping them safely cross roads in the way they are headed, protecting nests from predators, and reporting turtle sightings to community monitoring projects. Enhancing turtle habitat is also vital.
“Preserving and creating habitat for turtles and other species is one of the most important things we can do to sustain our turtle species,” Brock said. “There has been a huge increase in the interest in turtles and protecting turtles in our watershed, so I also want to thank people for these efforts.
Thank you for your continued curiosity, for attending this event, and for your desire to help these at-risk animals.”
To learn more visit the Huron Stewardship Council and the ABCA Turtles webpage, or email HSC at huronstewardship@gmail.com.
Morrison Dam Conservation Area is located at 71108 Morrison Line, Exeter.
SUMMER BUS
Huron Shores Area Transit (HSAT) is excited to announce the return of its popular Summer Express Bus, beginning Saturday, June 28. This seasonal service is designed to accommodate increased summer ridership on Route 2: Grand Bend to London via South Huron, offering more convenient and reliable access to the stunning beaches of Lambton Shores and South Huron.
To meet rising demand, the Summer Express Bus will operate four return trips every Saturday and Sunday in July and August, as well as a special service on Tuesday, July 1st for Canada Day.
The first departure of the day leaves London (London Transit stop #705) at 9:30 a.m. and the last return trip leaves Grand Bend Sobeys Plaza stop at 8:30 p.m. New for 2025, a stop has been added in Exeter at the Walper Street McDonald’s bus stop #2240.
HSAT has also launched a user-friendly online booking system that allows riders to book their round-trip in advance. Using the booking system, riders can select their desired departure and return times, with secure payment by debit or credit card. With a limited capacity of just 24 seats, advanced booking is strongly recommended for anyone planning a day at the beach. Online booking began June 23. A round-trip fare costs just $20.
In keeping with the new proactive booking model, HSAT will no longer arrange taxi rides for stranded passengers on Saturdays and Sundays in July and August. Riders are encouraged to secure their seats early to avoid disappointment.
For more information and to book a trip, visit Summer Bus.
HSAT is partially funded by the Government of Ontario and its transit partners including Bluewater, Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, Lambton Shores, South Huron and Wyoming, provides public transit between these communities and the regional centres of Sarnia, London and Goderich.
SOUTH HURON CLINIC
The South Huron Medical Centre Walk-in Clinic is open on Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays (except for Christmas Day) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration opens at 10:45 a.m. and closes at 1:45 p.m. or earlier if capacity is reached.
No appointment is needed. Please bring your health card.
The South Huron Medical Centre is located at 23 Huron Street West in Exeter, ON.
BAYFIELD ACTIVITIES
Looking for what is happening now in the village? Look no further than the Bayfield Activities Calendar . People are invited to refer to this website to learn what activities, from Pickleball to Mahjong, are happening and when.
Remember This
The Huron County Museum is home to thousands of artifacts that illustrate the history of both the rural and urban populations of the area. Space dictates what wonderful curiosities the public regularly gets to see when they visit the museum located at 110 North Street in Goderich. But where there is wifi, there is an opportunity to time-travel with over 6,700 pieces of the museum’s collection now available to view online at huroncountymuseum.pastperfectonline.com.
“Remember This” highlights items from the collection of the Huron County Museum and Historic Gaol. Items that have shaped the fabric of the county and the people who have lived here since before the county became the county in 1835 up until more recent times.
The second Tuesday in July has been designated “Cow Appreciation Day” and there is no better way to truly appreciate a cow than by highlighting some ice cream memorabilia found among the Museums’ artifacts!
ADVERTISING SIGN
This is an advertising sign promoting a product offered by the Goderich based Bissett’s Creamery. The sign is made of metal and is yellow with a red frame and legs. Written on both sides of the sign in green lettering is “Bisset’s / ICE CREAM / Goderich, ONT.” in green on both sides.
It is understood that Bisset’s ice cream used milk from Holstein cows, which at the time (1950s-60s) was less popular to drink than milk from Jersey cows due to its lower fat content.
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BAYFIELD VETTEFEST
SEVENTEENTH CORVETTE SHOW BIGGEST IN CANADA
PHOTOS BY MELODY FALCONER-POUNDER
Vettefest, which has grown to be the biggest Corvette show in Canada, was held over two days – July 4th-5th in the Village of Bayfield.
Four hundred and ten Corvettes were registered for the show on Saturday, July 5 plus another 53 cars parked outside of Clan Gregor Square that didn’t register. Cruise Night on Friday, July 4, saw 174 Corvettes participate in a drive along the roads in Central Huron and Bluewater before finishing up in front of the Little Inn of Bayfield. Adding to the fun, there were many spectators lining the route to welcome and celebrate the cars and their drivers and passengers during the cruise. Both events shattered previous attendance records.
Elaine Coombs, one of the show organizers, passed along her thanks to everyone who attended Bayfield Vettefest 2025.
“We had many first time attendees and they loved our village! We had Corvette owners from Winnipeg and Vancouver make the drive,” Coombs said. “I know that some businesses had record sales too so thanks to all who donated door prizes for our Vette owner raffles!”
She went on to thank the Bayfield and Area Chamber of Commerce for their support as well as the volunteers who fed a lot of hungry attendees at the Bayfield Firefighter’s Breakfast.
“Thanks also to the Municipality of Bluewater for having Clan Gregor Square in tip top shape! The dust control on the outer parking area was most appreciated,” Coombs said.
The show organizers are also indebted to the Bayfield Town Hall that provided washrooms as well as the barbecued lunch. They also greatly appreciate the efforts of Jamie McDougall, John Rishworth and the staff at The Little Inn for hosting the cruisers for a late Friday night buffet!
She concluded by thanking all the volunteers who help at Vettefest every year to ensure the show is a huge success. Organizers are also most appreciative of the community as a whole for allowing this weekend to take place every year.
“It was a hot one but we got it done!” Coombs said. “We are looking forward to donating the profits back into the community over the next year!”
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Arriving in Akureyi, Iceland
On June 18, we made our second pilgrimage to Akureyi, Iceland after first visiting in 2017 when we did a “D-I-Y” land tour. Arriving in Akueryi by cruise ship proved to be somewhat different than approaching by car but both proved to be breathtakingly beautiful experiences.
As we were confident in navigating the area we rented a car at the cruise port and embarked on a day long exploration returning to favorite haunts and discovering new ones. The city is located in a region surrounded by picturesque farmland, offering scenic drives and opportunities to watch the rural communities at work. Icelandic horses and sheep grazed the fields while farmers were actively haying and planting crops framing idyllic images for my camera lens.
Akureyi is also about 30 minutes away from two national treasures – Godafoss and Lake Myvatn or “Midge Lake”. Now we had been to the “Waterfall of the Gods” (Godafoss) before and it was definitely worth revisiting. However, our visit to the lake was a first and it was quite an extraordinary experience. It is home to 50 species of Midges and four varieties of Black Flies. Now the Midges don’t bite, they are just annoying, but the same can’t be said for the Black Flies. Suffice it to say, anyone who had chosen to hike in the area was wearing face netting. We satisfied our curiosity with a short visit to this remarkable lake that is directly linked to a volcanic eruption some 2,300 years ago. The lava flow itself blocked the natural drainage causing the water to pool and create the shallow lake which is now home to an amazingly rich eco-system that I’m pleased to share aren’t all bugs!
During our travels we often talk about what it would be like to reside in some of the places we visit. I personally think that good old Huron County is pretty tough to beat but if I had to pick a second home anywhere in the world, I think it would be on a farm or at a cottage just outside of Akureyi, Iceland. Perhaps future travels will change my opinion but for now at least Akureyi it is. – Melody
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