42nd Annual Ruthven Apple Festival Goes Virtual
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Due to continued uncertainty and ongoing local and provincial health concerns related to COVID-19, the 2021 Ruthven Apple Festival will be presented again in a virtual format scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday, September 25th- 26th. All of the proceeds raised through this format will continue to go towards purchasing or maintaining accessible vehicles to help people with intellectual disabilities more fully participate in their communities. We are very excited to be able to celebrate our annual event and continue to provide fans of the festival with many of its popular elements.
The 2021 Virtual Ruthven Apple Festival will again appeal to all age groups. Events will include pre-recorded and live-streamed events, such as the annual Apple Peeling Contest to be held on Friday night at 7pm, entertainment, a virtual classic car show, and a cooking class. As well, apple pies and Ruthven Apple Festival apparel will be available to purchase online.
We have recreated the popular festival experience with virtual vendors and entertainment.
The annual Ruthven Apple Festival attracts thousands to Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens every fall and in its 41 year history has raised well over one million dollars in support of Community Living Essex County.
Look for more details and announcements on social media regarding the 2021 Virtual Ruthven Apple Festival on September 25th - 26th.
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Virtual Ruthven Apple Festival
Shop the Festival!
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Nothing says fall like a fresh-baked apple pie! Once you have a bite, you’ll taste why they’re always a top-seller at the Ruthven Apple Festival. This year, our pies are being baked by Momma Bear’s Bakery in Kingsville. Order one (or a few!) for your Thanksgiving dinner, or to enjoy with your family. Thank you to Simpson’s Orchard for providing the apples for our pies!
Upon checkout, choose if you’d like to have your pie delivered on Friday, October 1st or if you’d like to pick up your pie from Momma Bear’s Bakery at 313 Main St E in Kingsville on Saturday, October 2nd.
Get your order in today! Pies are nearly sold out!
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Calendars have assisted the world for centuries. They mark so many moments that we all share: changing seasons, changing time, changing weather and special occasions marked by moments of extremes: happiness and sadness.
The school year has begun. Fall is continuing to advance and the month of October promises to bring dates most of us look back on with great joy: THANKSGIVING and HALLOWE’EN.
Wishing you and your family a fall season filled with hopeful and happy memories of days past and present.
Why not get a head start on a fun date?
Below you may find inspiration for creating Adaptive Halloween Costumes.
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Contact us by email or phone.
Marilyn, Lois and Rubina
Family Volunteers
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Ontario to Require Proof of Vaccination
in Select Settings
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Ontario's vaccine certificate program is now in effect. As of yesterday, Ontarians are required to show proof of their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to access some non-essential businesses. We've included information below for how to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccine using your mobile device. Users are instructed to print or save their receipts as a PDF to a mobile device which can then be used as proof-of-vaccination. Starting October 22nd, the province will begin implementing a QR code and verification app.
Some places you will be required to show proof of vaccine include: indoors at restaurants, bars and nightclubs, meeting and event spaces, sporting events, recreation and fitness facilities (including gyms), casinos, bingo halls and other gambling establishments. See the article linked below for the full listing.
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New Names for COVID-19 Vaccines |
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The vaccines now have new names! It may take some getting used to, but the Pfizer-BioNTech shot is now officially called Comirnaty, the Moderna vaccine is now called SpikeVax, and AstraZeneca's version will be named Vaxzevria, according to Health Canada. To be clear, the new brand names come from the companies themselves, not Health Canada, and were part of the companies' application for approval. |
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
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The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, on September 30th has been created to give everyone an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools, which more than 150,000 First Nations, Metis and Inuit children were forced to attend between the 1870s and 1997.
Both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day take place on September 30th. Orange Shirt Day opens the door to conversation on all aspects of Residential Schools. People across Canada and beyond are encouraged to wear orange, and have meaningful discussions about the effects of Residential Schools and the legacy they have left behind. It is a day for survivors to be reaffirmed that they matter.
The date was chosen because it is the time of year in which children were taken from their homes to residential schools, and because it is an opportunity to set the stage for anti-racism and anti-bullying policies for the coming school year. It is an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come.
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For some reading material to learn more about Residential Schools and the impact they have left for generations visit www.goodminds.com. Some recommendations are:
Childrens Books:
- Shi Shi Etko (Nicola Campbell)
- Shin Chi’s Canoe (Nicola Campbell)
- I Am Not a Number (Jenny Kay Dupuis and Kathy Kacer)
- When I Was 8 (Christy Jordan Fenton)
- Not My Girl (Christy Jordan Fenton)
Adults Books:
- 7 Fallen Feathers (Tanya Talaga)
- 5 Little Indians (Michelle Good)
- The Reason You Walk (Wab Kinew)
There are many more on GoodMinds, check them out!
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Local Oktoberfest Celebration |
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Oktoberfest is back at Heimat Windsor Banquet Centre! Join Windsor's only traditional Biergarten for four days of fun. There will be live music, food and of course real Oktoberfest beer from Munich, Germany.
There are two different seating options each day over two weekends. To help accommodate ongoing restrictions they have bundled tickets together so you can enjoy this event with your family and friends. Call for more information 519 915-9821.
This is an outdoor event and will not be held indoors. In the event of rain, tickets will be refunded.
The event is taking place September 24th to 25th and October 1st to 2nd from 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm at 1367 Drouillard Road, Windsor.
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Amherstburg Uncommon Festival |
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Visit dressed in your favourite wizardry or steampunk costume and enjoy Amherstburg Open Air. September 24th, 25th and 26th will be filled with uncommon and fun entertainment to help you celebrate the last weekend of Open Air for the 2021 season.
Activities to look forward to include costume contests, live aerialist performances, laughter yoga, mini golf, a Nifler scavenger hunt, special character appearances, uncommon musical acts, and a full weekend of “Laughtertainment.”
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The Peanut Butter Falcon
A man with down syndrome runs away from a residential nursing home to pursue his dream of becoming a wrestler. Later, he meets with an outlaw who becomes his friend and coach. Now streaming on Netflix.
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Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp
This easy apple crisp is made the old fashioned way like Grandma used to make, and is perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce! Pop this apple crisp in the oven and wait for the delicious smell to waft through your house!
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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You can only save one fruit from disappearing forever. Which will you choose?
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Have you purchased your Ruthven Apple Festival apple pie yet?
Yes ~ 21.7%
No ~ 56.5%
Thanks for the reminder ~ 21.7%
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