Norfolk Community Days 2023

• Villages of Long Point Bay (Port Rowan) - Villages Annual Garage Sale 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lunchtime Fundraiser BBQ by Gentlemen of Distinction 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Delhi Friendship Centre - Bazaar - Plants, books, art & more! 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Waterford Tricenturena Arena – Free Skate 10 - 11:30 a.m. Free Parent and Tot Skate 1 - 1:50 p.m. Registration will be available and encouraged. 
• Waterford Tricenturena Arena – Waterford Lions Touch A Truck & Charity BBQ and NCPL Outdoor Kids Zone - Meet the NCPL Mascot “Branches” and “Chase” from Paw Patrol. 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• Norfolk County Public Library – All Branches (except Simcoe due to renovation closure) - Free Drop-in craft workshops 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Langton Fire Station - Fire Hall Tour 2 - 4 p.m.

• Langton Community Center - Langton Lions Free Community BBQ - Meet & Greet Councilor Linda Vandendriessche, Free glow in the dark face painting and treats by the Langton Figure Skating Club and YAC Kids Zone  2-4 p.m. LANGTON ROCKS! Sponsored by Amplify Norfolk with Live Music & Langton Lions Refreshments. Live music featuring “Back to the 50’s” 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. and "Lady Evil" 6:30 - 9:15 p.m. 5 Minute Fireworks Display Finale by Langton Fire Fighters Association 9:30 p.m.

• Spectrum Gymnastics - Free Family Drop-In Gymnastics Program - Come check out the facility and try the equipment! Coaches on site for supervision and safety. 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.

• Simcoe Seniors’ Centre (multi-purpose floor) - Come and line dance with the Simcoe Seniors’ Centre Klassy Kats! Everyone Welcome! Refreshments will be provided. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Delhi Friendship Centre – Free Outdoor Movie Night - "Lyle, Lyle Crocodile!". Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments available. 8 - 11 p.m.

• Whistling Gardens - Community Day Special - 20% off admission rates to Botanical Gardens. Witness North America’s largest public peony collection in bloom, representing over 1,300 varieties! *offer does not apply to ticketed special events and cannot be combined with other promotions.
• Dover Cheese Shop - Community Day Special - 15% off the purchase of 3 or more cheeses for the week of June 4 - 10, 2023.

• Long Point Bird Observatory and Birds Canada - Free Drop-in bird banding demonstrations, children’s crafts, and open house! 10 a.m. - 12pm.

• Sonny’s Llama Farm (1284 Hwy 3, Delhi) - Free Llama and Friends Walk 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Beach Day In Dover! Water Safety Awareness Tent,  Sandcastle Building Contest - bring your own tools, buckets and pails. Decorate with materials from nature. Prizes to be awarded! Special visit from "Dotsy the Clown" 11 a.m - 2 p.m. Meet & Greet with Councillor Adam Veri 12 - 1 p.m.
• Beach Day In Turkey Point! Water Safety Awareness Tent, Inflatable Cornhole and Limbo, Giant Horseshoe Game, , Sandcastle Building Contest - bring your own tools, buckets and pails. Decorate with materials from nature. Prizes to be awarded! Ice cream treats donated by Breyers!11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Meet & Greet with Councillor Chris Van Paassen 12 - 1 p.m.
• Wishbone Brewing Co. - Live Music 1-3 p.m., Free Brewery Tours every 15 min from 12 - 4 p.m., see, touch, smell, and taste the raw ingredients while learning some beer basics, Wishbone Triva 6:30 p.m .
• Quance Park, Delhi - Sunday Afternoon in the Park - Magic Workshop! - Join 4 time Guinness World Record holding Illusionist as he takes you behind the scenes in the world of magic! You will learn the trade secrets of magic and learn how to make simple magic props at home! Each child will leave with a magic trick they create during the workshop. Under the Quance Pavilion. Pre-Registration Required. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Live Music by Adam & Alex from The Shrubberies 1 – 2:30 p.m. Wholesome Pickins Pop-Up Market - small pop-up market with baked goods, desserts and produce available for sale! 1 - 4 p.m. Meet & Greet with Norfolk County Firefighters! The Norfolk County Fire Department will have a fire truck and firefighters on site, come say hi, ask questions, see a fire truck and even spray water from the hose! 2 - 4 p.m.
• Simcoe Recreation Centre – Norfolk County Roller Derby! Grab your family and friends and come on out to watch your Norfolk Knockouts take on Hammer City in this fun FREE family event! 2 – 4 p.m. (Doors open at 1 p.m.)
• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Houghton – Free Plant a Flower! Join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program to plant a flower to take home! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.                                        

• H-N REACH/Today’s Family EarlyON Child and Family Centre Port Dover – Free Plant a Flower! Join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program to plant a flower to take home! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.  

• Simcoe Legion - Monday Night Bingo - Abel Enterprises Fundraiser - Doors at 6pm and games at 7pm. 3 strip book for $18, and single strip books for $6. Cash only.                                        

• Strand Theatre Simcoe – Spider- Man: Across the Spider-Verse movie! FREE admission & small pop and popcorn included. Pre-registration is required. This FREE event is hosted by Week of the Child and Youth committee, and is for Youth ages 13-19 years only! The movie begins at 6:30 p.m. Doors open 6 p.m.
• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.
• Simcoe Rec Centre  - Free “Try It” Pickleball for Tweens and Adults 7 - 9 p.m.

• Delhi Friendship Centre  - Free “Try It” Fitness Class 9 - 10 a.m.

• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Waterford – Free Playdough Making!  Come join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program for some fun sensory exploration while making playdough! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Cupcakes with Councillor Kim Huffman 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Simcoe – Free Playdough Making! 
  Come join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program for some fun sensory exploration while making playdough! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.  
• Norfolk County Public Library – Delhi Branch – Storytime 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
• Vittoria Outdoor Tennis Court - Free “Try It” Pickleball for all ages 1 - 2 p.m.

• Vittoria Community Centre – Quilters Guild – Year End Celebration Meeting  - New Members Welcome! 1 - 4 p.m.

• Norfolk County Archives – Memory Keeper Folio Workshop - This By Donation, Folio project is perfect for memory keeping, coupon saving, list taking, organizing just about anything and makes a great gift. Scrapbookers, card makers and paper hoarders will love this!  All supplies are provided, just bring your creativity! Adult Workshop, Beginner Level and Papercraft. 1 – 3 p.m. Check out examples and Reserve your spot now!
• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Free Water Safety Activities 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free Public Swim - Disney Theme with fun games and activities sponsored by Sinclair Homes 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

• Simcoe Recreation Centre (multi-purpose floor) – Nerf Battle! Fun for the whole family. Bring your own NERF Shooter, non-slip shoes, Eye protection and Water Bottle. Battle your family and friends to music while dodging around a variety of bunkers. Bunkers will be soft. Must Have - Safety Precautions: Eyewear and Non-slip running shoes required. Water refill station, chairs to rest, and Nerf Darts will be provided. Family Battle (Adults & Children 4 - 13 years) 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. Teen Battle (13 - 16 years) 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Registration via ENCORE. $5.00 / person.

• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Delhi Friendship Centre - Free “Try It” Gentle Fitness Class 9 - 10 a.m.
• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Langton – Free Plant a Flower!   Join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program to plant a flower to take home! 9:30 -11:30 a.m.                                                        
• “Busking Week at Suzie's Bombshell Boutique”, Port Dover – 20% Discount Sale 11 a.m – 5 p.m, Live Music featuring Hannah Dolson & Free Refreshments 2 - 4 p.m.
• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Norfolk County Fairgrounds – Simcoe Farmers Market 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Delhi – Free Plant a Flower! Join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program to plant a flower to take home! 9:30 -11:30 a.m.
• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Port Rowan – Free Plant a Flower! Join us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program to plant a flower to take home! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.                                                           
• “Busking Week at Suzie's Bombshell Boutique”, Port Dover – 20% Discount Sale 11 a.m – 5 p.m., Live Music featuring Rachel Heart & Free Refreshments - 2 - 4 p.m.

• Walsingham - Backus Woods North Parking - Norfolk Walking Group - Reduce stress, enhance mood, meet new people, and enjoy the landscapes in our very own backyard. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Free Water Safety Activities 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free Public Swim - Olympic Theme with fun games and activities sponsored by Sinclair Homes 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

• St. Williams Ball Diamond - Family Fun! NCPL will be providing games, family activities, and story walk! St. Williams Lions and St. Williams United Church will be providing refreshments, goodie bags and fun giveaways! Meet & Greet with Norfolk County Firefighters! The Norfolk County Fire Department will have a fire truck and firefighters on site, come say hi, ask questions, see a fire truck! 6 - 8 p.m.
• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Springview Farm Golf Course - Fundraising Golf Tournament for Norfolk County Sports Hall of Recognition. $100 per golfer includes 18 holes, cart and lunch! To register contact Sandy Smith, Secretary at 519-718-1271 or [email protected]
• H-N REACH EarlyON Child and Family Centre Simcoe – Free Pizza Baking! Have fun with us during our Play & Learn Drop-in Program and make your very own individual pizza! 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
• Norfolk County Public Library – Waterford, Port Dover & Simcoe Branches – Storytime 10:30 - 11:15 a.m .

• “Busking Week at Suzie's Bombshell Boutique”, Port Dover – 20% Discount Sale 11 a.m – 5 p.m, Live Music featuring Carrie Clark & Free Refreshments 2 - 4 p.m.

• Simcoe Recreation Centre - Free “Try It” Nordic Pole Walking 12 - 1 p.m.

• Simcoe Recreation Centre - Meet & Greet with our Haldimand–Norfolk Health & Social Services Team! Come meet our great team, ask questions, enjoy activities for all ages, receive valuable program information and there are great prizes to be won! 1 – 4 p.m.

• Norfolk Fairgrounds - Fairgrounds Festival with Night Market / Party On The Track & Amplify Norfolk Sponsored Concert Event 3 – 11 p.m. 
• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Norfolk Hammerheads - Free "Try It" session. Jump in and swim a few meters! Meet our professional coaching staff and find out more about NHAC. Ages 8 - 18. 6 - 7 p.m. 
• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Norfolk Hammerheads - Free "Try It" session. Jump in and swim a few meters! Meet our professional coaching staff and find out more about NHAC. Ages 8 - 18. 8 - 9 a.m. 
• Waterford Heritage And Agricultural Museum - Car Boot Sale - Calling all treasurer hunters! Start your Saturday morning thrifting at WHAM with this old-fashioned English styled flea market. Vendors selling antiques, collectables and gently used wares. Admission is free. Cancelled if raining. Interested in becoming a vendor? Contact the museum for full details. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Long Point Bird Observatory and Birds Canada - Free Drop-in bird banding demonstrations, children’s crafts, and open house! 10 a.m. - 12pm.

• Norfolk County Archives - Book Sale! 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• Norfolk County Public Library – All Branches (except Simcoe due to renovation closure) - Free Drop-in Scavenger Hunt! 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre - Multicultural and Heritage Association of Norfolk hosting free large Multicultural Exhibit! Featuring Live music, multicultural and heritage displays, traditional costumes, live pottery and sculpture demonstration and sales, interactive scavenger activity, door prizes, ice cream truck and Andy's food truck! 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Traditional Hungarian Dancers 11 a.m.

• Norfolk County Public Library – Port Rowan Branch – Free Storytime, Meet & Greet with Councillor Tom Masschaele, treats and refreshments available. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Norfolk County Public Library – Waterford Branch – Free Story Walk 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Riversyde 83, Simcoe - Church Out Serving presents “Outsyde at Riversyde”, Free BBQ, Face painting and more! 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

• Port Dover Harbour Museum (Riverfront Park) - The Capital Marine Modellers Guild – Free Incredible Boat Models Display! - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• “Busking Week at Suzie's Bombshell Boutique”, Port Dover – 20% Discount Sale 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Live Music featuring Amber Banks & Free Refreshments 2 - 4 p.m.
• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Inner Tube Relay Races - Come support an amazing subsidy and have a blast doing it! Simply register a team of 4 (ages 11 & up and able to swim 25m) to participate in our Inner Tube relay races. Just a minimum donation of $20.00 per team! All funds raised will go to Kidsport.  Bring your kids to play games and activities outside as the races are going on! Register your team now!. 10:45 a.m. - 12: 00 p.m.
• Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre – Free Public Swim with fun games and activities sponsored by Sinclair Homes. Ice Cream Party sponsored by Unilever. 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. 
• Norfolk County Fire Station 1, Simcoe - Fire Hall Tour - 12 - 3 p.m. Cupcakes with Councillor Alan Duthie 12 - 1:30 p.m. and Councillor Doug Brunton 1 - 2 p.m. 
• Port Dover Harbour Museum - Afternoons with Rick! Come out for a chat with Rick Misner, Captain of the LEONARD S, about the commercial fishing industry. Admission by donation. 1 - 3 p.m.
• Norfolk Fairgrounds - Fairgrounds Festival with Night Market / Party On The Track & Amplify Norfolk Sponsored Concert Event 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. 

• The Wagner Memorial, Teeterville Legion Branch 526 - Join us for A Chicken BBQ! 1/2 Chicken, Bun, Coleslaw and Fries. $20.00. Serving from 5 p.m. Stay and Enjoy Karaoke by SUNSET DJ & KARAOKE. For more information call 519-443-5588 or visit our website.

• Carillon Tower - Norfolk’s War Memorial - Special Community Day Bell Concerts to be held each evening Saturday June 3 to Saturday June 10. Bring your lawn chair and have a seat behind the tower for the best experience. Each evening from 7 – 8 p.m.

• Throughout June - Cantelon: The Life and Work of William Edgar Cantelon on display at Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre, Norfolk County Archives, Port Dover Harbour Museum and Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum. Visit all sites for a different display and complete the Cantelon Passport to win a prize!

• June 16 – Simcoe BIA Downtown Friday Nights— live music, children's entertainment, food trucks, and a small farmer's market. 4 - 10:30 p.m.
• June 17 – Delhi BIA Strawberry Fest & Ford Mustang Car Show - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Colouring Contest

Colour the Community Day logo for a chance to win a prize!

Submit your colouring page by Saturday, June 10th to any Norfolk County Library or the Simcoe Recreation Centre. You can also colour it with any digital app and submit it as well.