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Garden dream bearing fruit cucumbers and an assortment of herbs and other vegetables are growing in a collection of raised beds at the rear of the Dufferin Avenue building.

Executive director Sherri Saunders said the initiative has been on the agency’s wish list for some time.

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nity garden space within our centre,” Saunders said, noting the project was made possible thanks to $14,000 raised by the 2023 Chatham-Kent Charity Classic golf tournament.

“This is an agricultural community so this showcases the skills we possess as growers,” she said, adding the shared harvest will help those facing food insecurity.

The community garden serves several purposes. Not only does it provide fresh produce for the food insecure, its wheelchair accessible beds also offer learning experiences for young-

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“We made sure it was accessible and we wanted to really showcase from seed all the way up to the produce it provides so there’s an opportunity for planting and gardening,” said health promoter Beth Kominek.

The beds were designed and built by Derwyn Armstrong and Larry Babcock.

“They worked with the team and took the ideas that percolated and then designed the actual layout of the garden,” Saunders explained. “They were made with love by those two gentlemen.”

A number of volunteers also stepped up to help with mulch and planting. A reservoir for water was donated by Lambton Kent Farm Implements.

Serrka Farms and Glasshouse Nursery and Garden Centre donated plants, while All Seasons Nursery ran a garden information workshop.

According to Mallory Nowakowski, manager of clinical and client services, the CKCHC worked with the Chatham-Kent Public Library as well, accepting seeds from its seed library.

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Fun times 5,000 km away

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For a slo-pitch tournament outing that the team organizer didn’t think would happen due to a lack of interest, things went pretty darned well.

First off, the tournament took place more than 5,000 kilometres from Chatham-Kent.

Second, not one, but two teams from C-K attended.

Third, both squads placed second in their respective division in the mid-July tournament.

Jordan Sinclair floated the idea of taking part in Dustball 2024, a slo-pitch tournament in Whitehorse, Yukon with her Chatham-Kent Maple City teammates after being asked last year by a friend up there if she might be interested in bringing a team.

“I didn’t think we’d get enough people, but quite the opposite happened,” Sinclair said. “We

really were going up for our so much fun playing with each As Chatham-Kent experiencAnd day never really turned women’s team but then so many other. It was a pretty cool expe- into night. During the summer, es the hot humid days of July, partners and parents and broth- rience.” the sun doesn’t truly set that far with temperatures hitting 30C, ers went up that Along the way, north. Sinclair said at best day Sinclair said in Whitehorse, the we decided to put “We did have a couple the players from became dusk…sometime in the highs were maybe 16C. in a co-ed team as of mother-daughter the deep south of early hours of the morning of “It was a big difference. We had well.” southwestern On- the next day. to remember to pack layers,” she combinations. And also tario – the only Both finished “The sun didn’t set. It was real- said. second. The wom- in the co-ed, we had team from the ly crazy,” she said. “You had to Most of the Chatham-Kent conen lost in the final some father-daughter province in the remind yourself to go to bed.” tingent stayed up for a week, deto a team from Ju- combinations there. tourney – had to With the looong days, there are spite the fact the tournament ran neau in the open We had so much fun deal with unex- no lights on the ball fields. Some over four days. Sinclair said they division, falling pected realities of games started at 8:45 p.m. with- played tourist, did some kayakplaying with each othin an 11-inning the far north. out issue. ing and hiking as well. classic. The co-ed er. It was a pretty cool “I had squad took part in experience.” been there, ~ THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING LOCAL ~ the C-division. and one - Jordan Sinclair With a diverse other girl group attending from Cha- on the team had been tham-Kent, Sinclair said that led up before. About 30 of to some special moments on the us went,” Sinclair said. diamonds.

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Support for Ethan pours in of need.

“We had 35 people offer samples at the first clinic,” said Hunter. “But there are a Community support for lot more who have swabbed Chatham’s Ethan Hunter and sent in a kit. We just wanted to put the word out continues to grow.

After putting out the call to and we’re still trying to do find a bone marrow match that. So many people are ralfor the youth who is fighting lying for us and it’s absolutely amazing.” cancer, 35 poThe catch tential donors “We had 35 people ofis finding a stepped formatch. A stem ward to offer fer samples at the first cell (bone marDNA samples clinic. But there are row) donor in a clinic held a lot more who have at the St. Clair swabbed and sent in a must be between the ages College Health- kit. We just wanted to of 17 and 35 plex July 27. years old. NeiA second put the word out and ther of Ethan’s swab clinic has we’re still trying to do two siblings been scheduled that. So many people are a match at Chatham’s are rallying for us and and his parReal Canadian it’s absolutely amazents, who are Superstore for both only a 50 Aug. 17. An ing.” per cent match event at Sons of - Mom Shara Hunter and too old, Kent that will see people shave their heads don’t qualify.

The Chatham-Kent Secin support of Ethan is also in ondary School student is the works.

A GoFundMe account has battling a rare recurrence of lymphoma also been set up to assist the lymphoblastic family and a trivia night at T-cell leukemia. Diagnosed Turns and Tales will be going two years ago, the young man’s life-threatening illness ahead as well.

Mom Shara Hunter, who was successfully treated and stays beside the youth’s bed- brought into remission, howside in a London hospital, ever, it reappeared this sumsaid she’s pleased about the mer.

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tients in Ethan’s situation see the cancer come back.

According to Shara, it takes six weeks for swabs to be analyzed and the more samples collected the better. She said the youth, who is a man of few words, is holding up well.

“He understands why we’re doing this but he doesn’t like the attention,” she added. “I just keep reminding him we have to tell the story.”

As for getting their locks shorn for Ethan, at least one municipal councillor will be sporting a bald look at the upcoming Sons of Kent event. Coun. Amy Finn said she won’t mind having a close-cropped haircut.

“I’ll do anything to help that kid,” she said. “Chatham is a very caring community and we rally together to help others.”

The Hunters are continuing to work closely with Canadian Blood Services stem cell community development manager Chris van Doorn, who is guiding them through the process and helping with all aspects of conducting the swabbing clinics van Doorn contacted the Hunters after seeing the article in The Chatham Voice about Ethan which ran in the Aug. 1 edition.

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Opinion Nice moves

As we roll out of the Civic Holiday Weekend/Simcoe Day or whatever you want to call enjoying a three-day weekend for many, we’re in a jovial mood.

It’s time to hand out some praise and friendly jabs.

First off, kudos to Ontario Minister of Children, Community and Social Services Michael Parsa for singing in the rain (see story on page 8).

Well, he may not have burst out in song, but he had the guts to lead the way into a downpour to allow local media to get a photo to celebrate the start of construction for the new Chatham-Kent Children’s Treatment Centre.

Parsa was in town for the celebration July 29. The weather opted to not co-operate, but after one of the minister’s handlers suggested waiting for 30 minutes in hopes the weather improved, Parsa took charge and made it happen, heading out into the rain, shovel in hand.

The move was respectful of the busy lives of everyone else present, including members of the local media, and we appreciate it.

We also appreciate the province providing $59 million of the estimated $66-million cost of the new facility. And we certainly appreciate the amazing local community-based support of the much-needed project.

The Children’s Treatment Centre will replace one that has served its purpose, but ran out of space for hosting many of its support programs.

There is one final fundraising push underway and we encourage anyone who is able to help send the effort over the top in the fall. Stay tuned to this newspaper in the coming weeks for details.

-During a time of 24-hour shifts for firefighters, and a stereotype that said firefighters are paid to cook and sleep, we think police officers are going to have a field day with this.

Chatham-Kent Fire & Rescue personnel, along with C-K Community Health Centres staff, have hosted free cooking classes at local fire halls this summer.

On Aug. 1, the final one took place, at Erieau Fire Hall. The class was for youths aged nine-12.

Yes, it’s great that kids were taught how to cook a healthy dinner and about cooking safety, but…the optics.

We are sure the food was quite tasty, just as the friendly barbs from local police officers will be to their firefighter friends.

That being said, if the education to our youth ultimately prevents a kitchen fire, we’d call that a resounding success.

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Help support local groups Editor: The Chatham Concert Band has fantastic entertainment every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Tecumseh Park.

The last day is Aug. 28.

Also, the Veterans Tribute Gardens’ volunteers have a concession stand

with hot dogs, desserts and drinks on sale those nights to help raise money for the garden on Thames Street.

Bring a lawn chair.

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Red Barn to host Brews and Beats

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

Music for the Mind’s fundraising season wraps up with a sonic boom on Aug. 17 with Brews and Beats at the Barn.

The charity group is holding a day of music, beverages, food and fun at Red Barn Brewing on Lagoon Road, south of Charing Cross.

Music for the Mind’s Elisha Banks said Sons of Kent hosted the event last year in Chatham, and she wanted to spread around the good times.

“Last year was amazing.

We loved it and had a great time. I just thought we’d switch it up,” Banks said. “We like to support different businesses in our community who support us.”

The event runs from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Aug. 17.

It features performers DJ Shawn L, Bren, Courtney Wells Band, Dirt Country, and 40 Hours Over.

Food trucks Smash Burger and Sizzlers Snack Shack will be on hand as well.

Entertainment will also include corn hole, as Banks said she is bringing several boards with her to the event.

“Music, food and drinks.

It’s going to be a great day,” Banks said. “How can you beat an outdoor summer concert?”

Red Barn’s Denny Vervaet said the brewery is happy to host the event.

“I think with Music for the Mind, it’s something I’ve witnessed from a distance for a while. When Elisha said she wanted us to host it at the Barn, I was pretty thrilled.”

He added he thinks the day is a great event, but stressed the fundraising is in support of mental health, “a cause that affects so many people locally. Elisha does a great job and puts so much time into it.”

Funds raised from Music for the Mind events this year will go to Family Service Kent, the KIDS Team program and Chatham-Kent Victim Services. The money will help pay for minimal-fee counselling for people aged six

Tea time for Legion band

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Fundraising is underway to send 12-14 members of Branch 642 Royal Canadian Legion Pipes & Drums to Saint John, NB later this month.

The group will be attending the 49th Dominion Legion Convention on Aug. 24-28. They take part in the parade on Aug. 25.

Delegates and proxies representing close to 260,000 members nation-wide will discuss the future of the Legion.

Leading up to the trip, a spaghetti dinner at the Le-

gion, a steak dinner at the Imperial Club and a golf tournament were held to raise funds for the Pipes & Drums. Now, there is an opportunity to enjoy tea, scones and treats, with proceeds going towards the travel costs.

Mrs. Bell’s Tea Room will host a Tartan Tea Aug. 10, with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The cost is $35 per person.

Reservations can be made online at www.mrsbellstearoom.com/reservations or by telephone at 226-627-0248. There is a limited seating capacity.

and up, aid in covering the cost of psychological assessments for children up to age 18, and to provide supports beyond counselling for victims.

Banks said this is the final fundraiser for Music for the Mind for 2024.

“I’m hoping for a great turnout so we can reach our goal,” she said.

The goal for the season of fundraising is $60,000.

For tickets, you can go online to redbarnbrewing. com in advance, or show up day of and purchase a

ticket at the gate. Tickets are $35 and that includes a beverage. For day-of tickets, Banks said it is cash only.

Doors open at 1 p.m.

Banks said sponsors such as Red Barn are vital in helping Music for the

Mind host such events.

“We want to recognize all our sponsors. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to pull this off,” she said.

“Thanks to their belief in our mission and what we are doing, they make this event possible.”

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Construction begins for new centre

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After a decade of tireless work, ground was officially broken on the new $66-million Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent on July 29.

The rain-drenched occasion was marked by a visit from Ontario Minister of Children, Community and Social Services Michael Parsa, who good-naturedly braved a downpour to turn the first shovel of dirt at the McNaughton Avenue site.

“Let’s do this!” Parsa exclaimed as he headed to a plywood platform before a large crowd of supporters. He was assisted

by CTCC-K Foundation executive director Mike Genge, who held an umbrella over the minister in a failed attempt to keep him dry.

The province has com-

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Neither rain nor heat nor thunder could stop the official ground-breaking ceremony of the new $66-million Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent recently. The special event was marked by a visit from Ontario Minister of Children, Community and Social Services Michael Parsa, who, despite the downpour, was first in line to toss a shovelful of dirt. Parsa, centre, was given a helping hand by CTCC-K Foundation executive director Mike Genge who provided umbrella service.

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Litwin-Makey said the new build, expected to be “This is a great day.” completed CTCC-K in spring chief execu- “Our populations are 2026, will tive officer growing across the help alleDonna Litprovince and there’s viate wait win-Makey times for said the a need for this service new facility and we recognize that, c h i l d r e n and youth is double which is why we are seeking the size of investing in programs services. the current and services that fam- Currently, building, the centre i n c r e a s e s ilies need and rely on. is assisting accessibili- This is a great day.”

3,700 chilty, provides - Minister Michael Parsa dren and more space for a wide range of ser- youth with special needs vices and brings more of and there are between 700 what it has to offer under to 800 kids on the wait list. one roof.

Services provided by Plus, she said, the centre is a safe place for children CTCC-K include speech/ language pathology, ocand their families.

“Our families are in- cupational therapy, physcredible,” Litwin-Makey iotherapy, services for added. “This is a place to fetal alcohol spectrum come in the community disorder, audiology, rewhere they can be them- spite services, autism serselves. I hear parents say vices, as well as co-ordithey can walk in and kind nation of care for young of put their shoulders clients with complex down and someone will needs.

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Nominations are open for the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce 2024 Annual Rural Urban Awards.

A total of four awards, to recognize local leaders and businesses that exemplify agricultural excellence, will be handed out at the chamber’s Rural Urban Awards cer-

emony to be held at the John D. Bradley Convention Centre in Chatham Nov. 27.

The categories include Future Leader of the Year, in which a local youth, who is 21 years old or under as of Dec. 31, 2024, can be nominated. They should possess a proven entrepreneurial mindset through their employment, volunteering or

self-initiated agriculture efforts.

A nominee for Agriculturist of the Year must be either from the primary producer or agri-business sector. The person chosen must be an outstanding community- and public-minded resident of Chatham-Kent who has worked for the good of C-K, as well as beyond the municipality’s bor-

ders. Recent and lifetime contributions will be considered.

The public is also welcome to submit names for the Agriculture Innovator of the Year Award.

The person or persons must be based in Chatham-Kent and linked to a farming operation or agri-business. The chosen recipient must be innovative – embracing

and applying new technologies and markets in the agricultural field.

A Friend of Agriculture Award will also be handed out to recognize individuals, organizations, community groups and businesses of Chatham-Kent that have made significant contributions to awareness, innovation and/or sustainability of the agriculture

and agri-business sector going above and beyond the call of duty with no concern for financial gain.

To submit nominations online, visit www.chatham-kentchamber.ca.

For additional information, contact Sarah Smith at 519-352-7540 or email info@chatham-kentchamber.ca.

sown for a new CTCC-K facility in 2015 when local businessman Michael Grail and Mayor Darrin Canniff, then a C-K councillor, approached Genge with the idea of a capital

fundraising plan. At the time there were 1,000 children waiting for services at the children’s treatment centre.

“Right away the community understood that

having a child without services that they needed wasn’t acceptable,” Genge said. “Our job is to make sure that doesn’t happen.”

Chatham-Kent–Leamington MPP Trevor Jones

was lauded by both Parsa and Litwin-Makey for supporting the project and moving it forward.

“He really understands the service and what it means for families and

has given us the momentum we needed,” she said.

In the fall, the CTCC-K will be conducting a twoweek fundraising campaign called Build for the Kids.

MPP Jones lauded for centre support

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Speech therapy and occupational therapy are the two services that are highest in demand, Litwin-Makey said.

Genge said the seed was

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Community leaders who are doing what they can to improve Chatham-Kent for people with disabilities have been recognized with awards by the Accessibility Advisory Committee.

The 2024 awards, recognizing to four individuals, were handed out at a recent council meeting.

Committee chair Sara Ebare said the awards are made to recognize and celebrate “people and businesses that are going above and beyond” to make the community more accessible.

“The more accessible we can make Chatham-Kent, the more welcoming and inclusive we are for ev-

eryone,” Ebare said in a media release.

“It’s good for business and it’s good for our society,” she said, while thanking everyone who submitted nominations as well as offering congratulations to the winners.

The Sheila Lindsey Powers Accessibility Advocate Award, presented to an individual who stands out as an advocate for the inclusion of people of all abilities went to Abigail McFadden.

McFadden is a student ambassador at Ursuline College Chatham who helped facilitate the first-ever Disability Awareness Day at UCC and joined the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance as a patient experi-

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Members of Chatham-Kent council and the Accessibility Advisory Committee celebrate with the 2024 Accessibility Award winners.

ence advisor to help make the hospital more accessible and patient-centred.

The Sid Ebare Perseverance Award, presented to an individual who stands

out as a person who perseveres beyond their limitations to participate in

community life, went to Shelby Emery.

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It’s time for WAMBO!

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

The boats cruise in on Friday, heralding the beginning of another rendition of WAMBO. The Wallaceburg Antique Motor and Boat Outing returns for the 36th time Aug. 9 and 10 to Wallaceburg, on the water and on the streets of the downtown and beyond.

Bill Wolsing, chair of WAMBO, said nearly everything is ready, and expects to see more boats and vehicles than last year.

“We’ve got quite a few more boats coming in this year. It seems to get better every year,” he said, adding that in the past, there were issues with delays by customs personnel for ar-

riving Americans, and bridges not being operated.

“But it all seems to be water under the bridge,” Wolsing said.

As for the vintage vehicles that will be on display, he said organizers expect to have 200 or more vehicles, some of them quite unique. They include the tour bus of the rock band Journey, a bus from NASA that has transported astronauts and even presidents, and antique fire trucks.

“Brent DeNure is our new fire truck manager. He’s got them coming from as far away as Pennsylvania and New York,” Wolsing said.

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The boats will begin cruising up the Sydenham River on Friday to take part in WAMBO 2024. Antique road vehicles will be showcased in Wallaceburg’s downtown as well, and food and fun looms.

Friday night. The popular youth band Leave Those Kids Alone takes to the stage Saturday afternoon, and Bayou County, a CCR tribute band, performs SaturTrusted by healthcare day evening. professionals in On top of that, there Chatham! will be vendors, art on display, food galore, and more.

Wolsing said the people keep coming back to enjoy all that WAMBO has to offer.

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He said others mark WAMBO on their calendars and come to Wallaceburg to stay in touch with friends and family.

“WAMBO is basically a reunion for people who have been gone from the area. They come down, see some old friends, and catch up,” Wolsing said.

One thing not finalized for WAMBO is the plan on how to get people from the south side of the community into the downtown.

The Stonehouse Walking Bridge is under repairs and likely will not be available for pedestrians to cross the Syden-

ham River by the weekend, Wolsing said.

Organizers have people mover plans in place, where two tractors can each transport wagons of 25 people at a time to and from the event.

All they need is a full complement of tractor drivers.

“We have reconditioned our people movers,” Wolsing said.

“But we’re having a hard time finding tractor drivers to run them.”

He understands it is not the most exciting of jobs, but organizers are willing to pay for the driver’s time and for the gas for the tractor.

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Emery, a community advocate for persons with disabilities through her work at New Beginnings Acquired Brain Injury Association, teaches arts and crafts, volunteers with Come Together CK and shares her story to help others by way of motivational talks in the community.

Mark and Sara Popieul of No Frills grocery store in Wallaceburg received the Dr.

Veronica Vaughn Accessible Business Award. The award is presented to a business that stands out by providing an accessible facility and/or accessible customer service.

According to the committee the Popieuls go above and beyond to ensure everyone with disabilities can shop safely. No Frills staff help customers find items and provide detailed information about products, ensuring an inclusive and supportive

shopping experience.

The opening of nominations for the 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee Awards will be announced in early 2025.

Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings are held monthly September to June and are open to the public.

For more information, contact AAC council representative Alysson Storey at Alysson.Storey@chatham-kent.ca or 519-350-5689.

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WAMBO (Wallaceburg Antique Motor and Boat Outing) is one of Canada’s largest transportation shows.

The show features Antique Boats, Antique, Classic & Specialty Cars, Fire Trucks & Motorcycles. Other popular displays include Models & Toys, Art in the Park and Product / Direct Sales.

Enjoy your choice of entertainment at various locations around town of Live Music, Karaoke, a Soap Box Derby & Fire Truck Parade as well as a Dream Cruise of Classic Cars.

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Friday, August 9

All Day Arrival of boats on the Sydenham River 5pm Opening Ceremonies & bell ringing at Wallaceburg Civic Park (near fountain) 4:30pm Knights of Columbus Chicken Dinner BBQ at the K of C Hall with live music.

5pm-9pm Terry Glover Memorial Cruise 5pm gathering between Tim Hortons and Walmart (McNaughton Ave.) Cruise to start at 7pm.

7:00pm Wallaceburg’s own “Spirit of the 60’s” on the Main Stage in downtown Wallaceburg. Be sure to bring lawn chairs!

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Dressed-up doggies will Big Fix Grassroots Cat Restake to Chatham’s off-leash cue is running a barbecue dog park Aug. 17 in a day of just outside the park area. fun and fundraising.

CK Animal Rescue will be The fourth annual Paws on there with a photo booth for My Heart event raises funds owners who want a picture to help with with their bemaintenance of “It’s always been so loved dogs. the park.

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“It’s always been so much The canine celebration is fun to see all the dogs in their free to attend, but Corlett costumes,” Corlett said. asks that people leave a doThe money raised by the nation. event will help in maintain“The money goes to the ing the grass and ensuring maintenance and repair of the fence line is secure. Corthe park,” she said of the fa- lett said the space for small cility, located on Water Street dogs requires constant fence in Chatham. maintenance.

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a dog park in our community. I have two dogs, both rescues,” she said, and they are regular users of the park.

“They need a place to run around off leash. I see how much the park is needed in the community. It’s an amazing venue.”

The park will be closed to users on event day from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. to allow the vendors the opportunity to set up. After that, Paws on my Heart runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Chatham-Kent OffLeash Dog Park has been in operation for 15 years.

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“Even if they’re students with their grandpa’s tractor, we’re also more than happy to give them volunteer hours for their high school curriculum,” he said.

Wolsing hopes the walking bridge will be open by the weekend, but is not optimistic.

“I know they’re trying diligently to have it prepared. But a lot needs to be done beforehand for the safety of the public,” he said. “We’re not really planning for it to be open, but if it is, we’re going to be pleasantly surprised.”

The chair of WAMBO added the weekend is but one of the many “fantastic events” going on across Chatham-Kent throughout the summer.

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Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed!

Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• Chatham Library Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00pm-4:45pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun!

• Pride Dance at Jazzbah, 270 King St. W., Chatham. 9pm. Start off CK Pride Week. $5 cash at the door and a special pride themed drink. 19+ event. ckpride.com/pride.

• Enjoy a friendly game of Euchre at 1pm. St. Clair Estates, 15 Dunkirk Chatham. $3.00 per person. Everyone Welcome

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Everyone welcome.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm-5:30pm. Entertainment

by Unity Station Band from 4:30-9:30.

Come check out our menu. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, August 9, 2024: • The 2024 Trivia Night will take place at the Sombra Museum Cultural Centre (3476 St. Clair Pkwy) from 7-9PM. Recommended team sizes are 1-6 people. Admission is $10. The event will have snacks and refreshments and will offer teams the chance to win back their admission.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00-6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are ham & scallops or fish & chips, $13.00. Take out available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. On the patio be entertained by Ray Whaling & Mike Rossi from 7:00-10:00pm.

Everyone is welcome.

• Enjoy a friendly game of Pepper, at 1pm. St. Clair Estates, 15 Dunkirk Chatham. $3.00 per person. Everyone Welcome.

• Friday night supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St is a Meat loaf dinner with potatoes, vegetable, coleslaw and a bun. Dine in $13 and pickup $14. All meals are served at 6pm. Please call 519-3528291 daily to reserve. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, August 10, 2024: • CK Pride is hosting Chatham-Kent Pride Week with lots of fun events for all ages! ckpride.com/pride.

• The 87th Annual Chatham-Kent Plowing Match will be held at TriHawk Farms, 11844 Smoke Line, Thamesville (just outside of Kent Bridge) 9:30 am-2:00pm. Hope to see you there!

Sunday, August 11, 2024: • Diversity Service at St. Andrew’s United Church. 85 William St. S., Chatham. 10:30am. ckpride.com/pride.

• Calling all Veterans. The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham will be hosting a Buddy Check for all Veterans from 10:00am– 12:00pm. Come enjoy a coffee and talk to other Veterans. This venue is for Veteren’s only.

• The Ashley Lynn Experience comes to the Two Creeks stage at 6pm. High energy, rockin’ good time. Food and drink from the Scouts. No admission, but we do pass the hat. Lots of parking. 1 km north of Wheatley. twocreeks.ca.

• Breakfast at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St. from 9 AM to Noon. All breakfasts are cooked to order. Everyone welcome.

Monday, August 12, 2024: • Pride Flag Raising at Municipal Civic Centre, 315 King St. W., Chatham.

12pm. ckpride.com/pride.

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Tuesday, August 13, 2024: • Rainbow Storytime and Sundae Funday at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre St., Chatham. 630pm. All ages storytime

by CKPL and free ice cream sundaes! ckpride.com/pride.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm.Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Today’s special: spaghetti w/ meat sauce. Euchre at 1:00. Evening Shuffleboard or Euchre at 7:00pm. Everyone welcome.

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• Come spend some time in a 16. Bog arum genus 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space at 48 Centre 19. Perceptible by St., Chatham. No RSVP needed! Come touch & go as you please. All ages & allies 21. Type of test welcome. ckpride.com 23. Monetary units 24. Collection of • CKPL Virtual pride trivia night. 6pm various things -12am. Facebook.com/CKPLibrary 25. Sum of five and one • Pride Pub Night at Sons of Kent, 27 26. Type of sword

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Adelaide St. S., Chatham. 7pm. Come join us for a drink! ckpride.com/pride.

• Chatham Concert Band concerts every Wednesday 7pm-8:30pm in Tecumseh Park. More info is available on our Facebook page or website.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf dinner. Come check out our other daily specials.

Everyone is welcome.

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Drones and digging for Wheatley The Chatham Voice

Work continues in downtown Wheatley, and don’t be surprised when a drone flies overhead.

Municipal officials said ELM 360 Environmental Consulting Ltd., the firm chosen to handle the next stages of downtown improvement in the wake of

the 2021 explosion, will be using a drone starting Aug. 7 to look for gas emissions.

The drone is capable of detecting methane emissions over the village and surrounding rural areas.

As well, municipal staff began a door-to-door campaign near the downtown excavation zone to

inform residents what to expect in the coming months.

That will include work

by ELM 360, slated to begin in early September, to dig down into the evacuation zone is check for the existence of any more water or gas wells on the site and to remove the remaining foundations of

the buildings.

The municipality, along with the contractors, have developed an extensive emergency response plan, officials said, to cover any scenarios that could be encountered during the work. This plan includes having all staff and equipment on standby prepared to work 24

hours a day to remediate a gas well if found.

The door-to-door visits will include sharing information about the response plan.

A community open house will also be Aug. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wheatley Village Resource Centre where municipal representatives and consultants will be on hand to explain tech-

nical details and answer questions.

Information will be posted on the Let’s Talk Chatham-Kent Wheatley Emergency Webpage for those who cannot attend.

The drone flying will be done after the excavations are complete as well. This is to see if any of the work caused a change in known methane emissions.

Chatham Voice file photo

Excavation, exploration, gas emission testing and more will continue in the coming weeks in Wheatley.

Cryptic Landscapes on display at ARTspace The Chatham Voice

Chatham-Kent artist Myles Lynch’s new exhibition, Cryptic Landscapes, is on display now at ARTspace.

Lynch is an emerging Lŭnaapèew artist from Eelŭnaapéewi Lahkéewiit, also know as the Delaware Nation. Lynch received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Western University. He grew up with an equal appreciation for nature and academia, finding inspiration in stillness.

Though the materials Lynch creates his art with are ever-changing, his body of work remains focused on Existentialism – the idea that we are each responsible for creating meaning in our own lives.

Lynch describes Cryptic Landscapes as an exploration of texture using paper pulp and water to rec-

reate landscapes from his dreams.

This exhibition is curated by Chatham-Kent and ARTspace artist Danielle Coleman.

Cryptic Landscapes is on display

at ARTspace at 165 1/2 King St. W. in Chatham until Sept. 14. Visit A Warm, Accessible Space to Say Good-Bye tagartspace.com for more info.

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Delaware benefits from grant The Chatham Voice

The Ontario government is investing $50,000 in the Delaware Nation council and the Township of Pelee to help them prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Funding is being delivered through the Community Emergency

Preparedness Grant, a $5-million investment to help communities and organizations purchase critical supplies, equipment and deliver training and services.

“I am proud to support the allocation of a $50,000 funding grant to enhance communications and emergency services

for our community. This investment is crucial in ensuring that our residents have the resources they need to stay safe and connected during emergencies,” Trevor Jones, MPP for Chatham-Kent– Leamington and Associate Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, said in a media

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release. “By improving our infrastructure and response capabilities, we are taking proactive steps to protect our citizens and build a more resilient future for all.”

Steve Pinsonneault, MPP for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex, said the importance of emergency preparedness cannot be

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Alvin Robert Moffatt 65, Friday, July 26, 2024 Nicholls Funeral Home

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“Ensuring our communities are prepared for emergencies is a top priority, and the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant is a vital part of that effort,” he said. “This funding will enhance our ability to respond effectively to crises, protecting the safety and well-being of our residents. I am

proud to support this initiative and grateful to the Ontario government for its commitment to building stronger, more resilient communities.”

Delaware Nation council will use this funding to facilitate communications, emergency services and resident support in the event of an emergency.

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BaCK to School program is critical as we work together to ensure kids in Chatham-Kent have the start they need to achieve future success.”“ The BaCK to School program supports students in two ways. Gift cards in the amount of $50 to buy grade-appropriate school supplies will be distributed, and Teachers Totes containing $300 of much-needed supplies can purchased and delivered to schools throughout C-K. The agency is hoping to build on last year’s success. As a result of the 2023 initiative, the United Way supported 967 individual students and 52 Teachers Totes went out to classrooms in the municipality.

The United Way is partnering with community agencies to ensure the supplies get to the children who need them most.

In order to donate, visit weareunited.com.

UWay puts out call for school supplies

Tough economic times make it hard for some families to purchase school supplies for youngsters returning to the classroom.

But thanks to the United Way’s BaCK to School campaign, you can help.

The United Way Centraide Windsor-Essex Chatham-Kent is putting out an urgent call to support local families as they help prepare for the new school year.

According to a media release from the non-profit, new supplies help children feel confident and improve morale – key to helping them reach their full potential.

CEO Lorraine Goddard said BaCK to School is but one example of building a strong community in Chatham-Kent.

“An important part of our vision is to ensure that no one is left behind,” Goddard said. “Community support for the 2024

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Life of a loving legend: When Bradley Alexander Everitt’s mother Edna first discovered that she was pregnant with him at 46 years of age, it is said that she cried for days, though after he was born on April 28th,1957 she credited his love of life and laughter as keeping her young for decades. The same is true for everyone who heard that laugh, and who had the immense pleasure of his company. So it is with great sadness that we announce his passing, at the age of 67, after a courageous battle with cancer. He lived to the last, as he always had, surrounded by family and friends. Brad spent his early years on the family farm in Ridgetown, but those corn rows couldn’t long contain his irrepressible spirit. The tragic death of his beloved young son Justin in 1981 reinforced his belief that one must live life as fully as one can while one can, and if he was always late - his Kitchen Saver truck with the license plate IAM LAYT was a fixture on Chatham streets for decades - it was because he was determined to pack so much in. And he did so, alongside his adored wife Annette (Netty, nee Howe), who gave new meaning to the term soulmate; as a proud father to his equally irrepressible daughters Jessica and Katie, and to his son Shawn Kelly; as father-in-law to sons-in-law Derek Montgomrery and Edray Baptiste; as a playful Papa to grandkids Layla, Peighton, and Beckam (and “granddogs” Bruno and Scout); brother of Lyn Rion (Bill ), Virgina Stevenson, Sandra Swayze & Larry Keenan, and brother-in-law to Brenda Everitt, Garfield (Suzette) & Mitch (Carol) Howe, and son-in law to Marion Hopman. He loved anything with a motor, the louder the better, especially boating on EVERETTIE in the summer and cruising on his Harley; spending his summer weekends at his cottage in Lighthouse Cove, and his winters with Netty and among friends in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Yet, somehow, despite constantly being here, there, and everywhere, as friends and family can attest, he was always around when you needed him. At the end of many of the parties he threw throughout his too short but very full life, he’d often tell stragglers “You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here.” Though he is no longer here to party alongside us, we have little doubt that he is up there raising a scotch, or eating Hot and Sour Soup or Taco Bell and an Apple Fritter, with those beloved family and friends who had passed before him, like his son Justin, his older brother Andrew (Andy), and son-in-law Edray. If you’re so inclined, please raise your own scotch in his general direction to salute a life well-and-fully lived. Family and friends joined together on Friday, August 2, 2024 for Memorial visitation at McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street Chatham, Ontario. Memorial donations to honour Brad’s life can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Chatham-Kent Hospice and would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.

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Family of the late Wayne Baker wish to express their sincere thanks to all family, friends, and neighbours who sent cards or flowers, brought food to our homes, telephoned, made donations to charities, and for your many on-line condolences. Wayne was blessed to have received excellent medical treatment from Dr. Howard Van, the many doctors and nurses at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, and compassionate and loving treatment at the Chatham-Kent Hospice. Anne and Dan Houle of Alexander & Houle Funeral Home provided professional and personal advice which was invaluable at this very difficult time. Wayne lived his entire life in Raleigh Township and the outpouring of love and kindness from our friends and neighbours will not be forgotten. In his final days, Wayne summed it up beautifully "I've had a great life, wonderful family and terrific neighbours and friends - who could ask for anything more".

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